29/10/2026
Kakadua, last Tuesday, October 20, 2026, we presided over the 68th Regular Session of the 13th City Council of Laoag at the SP Session Hall, reaffirming our dedication to thoughtful deliberations, responsive legislation, and initiatives that contribute to the welfare of every Laoagueño
𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆
𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟒𝟒
A Resolution signifying the commendation of the 13th Sangguniang Panlungsod of Laoag to Mr. Rudy F. Coloma, Mrs. Marites G. Coloma, and the family of Barangay 50 Buttong, for winning Second Place at the Provincial Search for Model Families 2026 Award - Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) Category
Authored and sponsored by: Hon. John Michael V. Fariñas and the Committee on Family Welfare, Women, and Children
Co-sponsored by: Hon. Roque Benjamin "Rbee" C. Ablan and the Committee on Barangay Affairs, and the Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟒𝟓
A Resolution signifying the commendation of the 13th Sangguniang Panlungsod of Laoag to Dr. Rodolfo J. Ragadi, Mrs. Rosalyn Ragadi, and the family of Barangay 4 San Guillermo, a Finalist in the Provincial Search for Model Families 2026 Award - Professional Category
Authored and Sponsored by: Hon. John Michael V. Fariñas and the Committee on Family Welfare, Women, and Children
Co-sponsored by: Hon. Roque Benjamin "Rbee" C. Ablan and the Committee on Barangay Affairs, and the Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟒𝟔
A Resolution signifying the commendation of the 13th Sangguniang Panlungsod of Laoag to Mr. Honorio Feliciano M. Manibog, Mrs. Marilyn P. Manibog, and Family of Barangay 52-B Lataag, a Finalist in the Provincial Search for Model Families 2026 Award - Non-Professional Category - Authored and Sponsored by: Hon. John Michael V. Fariñas and the Committee on Family Welfare, Women, and Children
Co-sponsored by: Hon. Roque Benjamin "Rbee" C. Ablan and the Committee on Barangay Affairs, and the Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟒𝟕
A Resolution expressing the commendation of the City Government of Laoag to Ody Lord C. Badiang for being named Top 2 Best Speaker in the ASEAN Debate Cup held in Vigan City on October 6, 2026, and for bringing honor and distinction to the City of Laoag
Sponsored by: Hon. Rionell Jan P. Respicio
Co-sponsored by: The Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟒𝟖
A Resolution expressing the commendation of the City Government of Laoag to Shiloh Amari G. Mata for winning the Diamond Award in the International Science Olympiad competition of Southeast Asia (ISOCSEA) National Round held on September 26, 2026, and for bringing honor and distinction to Shamrock Elementary School and the City of Laoag
Sponsored by: Hon. Rionell Jan P. Respicio
Co-sponsored by: The Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟒𝟗
A Resolution expressing the commendation of the City Government of Laoag to the twelve learners of Shamrock Elementary School for winning Gold Medals in the International Science Olympiad competition of Southeast Asia (ISOCSEA) National Round held on September 26, 2026, and for bringing honor and distinction to the City of Laoag
Sponsored by: Hon. Rionell Jan P. Respicio
Co-sponsored by: The Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟓𝟎
A Resolution expressing the commendation of the City Government of Laoag to twelve learners of Shamrock Elementary School for receiving Silver Awards in the National Round of the International Science Olympiad Competition of Southeast Asia (ISOCSEA) and the International Mathematical Olympiad Competition of Southeast Asia (IMOCSEA), held on September 26, 2026, and for bringing honor and distinction to the City of Laoag
Sponsored by: Hon. Rionell Jan P. Respicio
Co-sponsored by: The Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟓𝟏
A Resolution expressing the commendation of the City Government of Laoag to thirteen learners of Shamrock Elementary School for receiving Bronze Awards in the National Round of the International Science Olympiad Competition of Southeast Asia (ISOCSEA) and the International Mathematical Olympiad Competition of Southeast Asia (IMOCSEA), held on September 26, 2026, and for bringing honor and distinction to the City of Laoag
Sponsored by: Hon. Rionell Jan P. Respicio
Co-sponsored by: The Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟓𝟐
A Resolution expressing the commendation of the City Government of Laoag to Jusaiah Dave A. Pascual for his appointment as director of the Committee on Creative and Multimedia of the 4-H Club of Ilocos Region, effective October 12, 2026, and for his commitment to Youth Leadership and Agricultural Development
Sponsored by: Hon. Rionell Jan P. Respicio
Co-sponsored by: The Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢.𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟓𝟓𝟑
A Resolution concurring with the issuance of a Special Permit to Engineer Jofrey B. Felipe to conduct cockfighting derbies and hack fights on specific dates for November 2026
Sponsored by: Hon. Donald G. Nicolas and the Committee on Games and Amusements
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢.𝟏𝟑𝑺𝑷-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔-𝟓𝟓𝟒
A Resolution expressing deep condolences and sympathy to the bereaved family of the late Hon. Ireneo D. Nicolas, a former Barangay 45, Tangid, Laoag City
Sponsored by: Hon. Justine Clarence G. Chua & the Committee of the Whole
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢. 𝟏𝟑𝑺𝑷-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔-𝟓𝟓𝟓
A resolution extending the city government of Laoag’s deepest appreciation and commendation to former Sangguniang Barangay Member Atty. Ivyne Jenica Guerrero, for her eleven (11) years of dedicated public service to Barangay 7A Nuestra Señora De Natividad, Laoag City
Authored and Sponsored by: Hon. John Michael V. Fariñas, Co-sponsored by: Hon. Vice Mayor Rey Carlos M. Fariñas, and the Committee of the Whole
𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟏𝟖𝟑
An Ordinance prescribing proximity limits, sanitation measures, and operational guidelines for amusement establishments in the City of Laoag, providing penalties for violations thereof, and for other purposes
Sponsored by: Hon. Enrico F. Ang and the Committee on Trade, Commerce and Industry
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟎𝟏𝟗
An Ordinance authorizing the Annual Budget of the City Government of Laoag for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 in the amount of One Billion Six Hundred Sixty Eight Million Nine Hundred Ninety Seven Thousand One Hundred Fourteen & 78/100 Pesos P1,668,997,114.78) covering the various expenditures for the operations for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 of the City Government of Laoag - General Fund and the Local Economic Enterprises, and appropriating the necessary funds for the purpose
Sponsored by: Hon. Donald G. Nicolas and the Committee on Appropriations and Finance
𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆
𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟏𝟕𝟓
An Ordinance establishing the Laoag City Green Building Code, prescribing coverage and performance standards, integrating compliance into building and occupancy permitting, providing for implementation, funding, transition, and penalties
Introduced by: Hon. Jeff Ericson P. Fariñas
Sponsored by: Committee on Housing and Urban Development
Co-sponsored by: Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟎𝟏𝟖
An Ordinance reverting the amount of One Million Nine Hundred Ninety Nine Thousand Two Hundred Fifty & 00/100 Pesos (PHP1,999,250.00) from the savings of implemented projects under the FY 2025 20% Development Fund and reappropriating the same amount to provide additional appropriations for the purchase of lots at Barangay 55-C Vira, Laoag City, intended for the construction of multi-purpose buildings and facilities
Sponsored by: Hon. Donald G. Nicolas and the Committee on Appropriations and Finance Co-sponsored by: Hon. Rey Carlos Fariñas and All Members of the 13" Sangguniang Panlungsod
𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗡𝗢. 𝟭𝟯𝗦𝗣-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲--𝟏𝟔𝟕
An Ordinance strengthening the implementation, assessment, monitoring, and collection of the existing local business tax on construction contractors and subcontractors undertaking public or private construction projects within the territorial jurisdiction of Laoag City, requiring project registration and tax compliance, providing administrative and enforcement mechanisms, supplementing City Ordinance No. 2023-017, otherwise known as the Revised Revenue Code of 2026 of Laoag City, and for other purposes
Authored and Sponsored by: Hon. Rey Carlos M. Fariñas, City Vice Mayor and Presiding Officer
Co-sponsored by: Hon. Jaybee G. Baquiran, Hon. Jeff Ericson P. Fariñas, Hon. John Michael V. Fariñas, Hon. Juan Conrado A. Respicio II, Hon. Donald G. Nicolas, Hon. Jason Bader LI. Perera, Hon. Justine Clarence G. Chua, Hon. Bjorn T. Lao, Hon. Edison U. Chua, Hon. Roque Benjamin C. Ablan, Hon. Rionell Jan P. Respicio