Pototan - MSWDO

PUBLIC ADVISORY

The Municipality of Pototan will resume its regular five-day workweek (Monday to Friday) effective June 1, 2026, pursuant to Executive Order No. 05, Series of 2026.

While the compressed workweek arrangement has been lifted, all offices shall continue to observe energy conservation measures.

Please be guided accordingly. Thank you.

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ATM: Open Government Week | Kabataang Bukas: Young Transparency Board and Children’s State of the Community — a meaningful gathering that empowers children and youth to become active partners in transparent, accountable, and participatory governance.

Through this activity, young leaders are given the opportunity to express their insights, concerns, aspirations, and recommendations regarding issues affecting their community. The Children’s State of the Community serves as a platform where the voices of the youth are heard, valued, and recognized in local decision-making, while the Young Transparency Board promotes awareness on honesty, responsibility, and citizen participation among the younger generation.

This initiative reflects the commitment of the local government and partner agencies in building an inclusive society where every child and young person is encouraged to participate in creating a responsive, people-centered, and better future for the community.

Present during the event were the 28 Children Representatives from the 50 barangays of Pototan, together with PNCHS SSLG President Crisnel Rose Ang, MLGOO Staff representing Sir Reno Tasiongco, LYDO Kent Roger Peñaflorida, MDRRMO Focal Person Angela Marie Cagampang, Budget Officer Reina Perez, Assessor Melinda Malaluan, HRMO Christy Mendoza, GSO Renalyn Parreño, and Children’s Focal Person Rusan Superio.

This activity highlights the importance of youth participation in governance and strengthens the partnership between the government and the younger generation in promoting transparency, accountability, and community development.

Sa Pototan, una ang Kabataan.

Pototan First: Barangay First — A Framework for Inclusive, Responsive, and Sustainable Transformation.

Another initiative of DSWD Field Office VI, in collaboration with the Municipality of Pototan, aimed at empowering communities at the grassroots level through a convergence strategy that brings together government services, programs, and stakeholders to address the real needs of the people. This initiative seeks to strengthen barangays by promoting inclusive governance, responsive public service, and sustainable community development.

Through the collaboration of various agencies, sectors, and local leaders, the program aspires to improve not only the physical and social conditions of the barangay, but also the quality of life, participation, and overall well-being of every resident. It underscores the importance of people-centered governance, where development begins within the community and no one is left behind.

Present during the meeting were Mayor Rafael Enrique P. Lazaro, MSWDO Pete Patriarca, Kate Bayogos , HIMAKAS Focal, together with the DSWD Field Office VI staff, namely: Luna S. Moscoso, Planning Division Head; Elizabeth D. Ferraris, Kalahi-CIDSS Regional Coordinator; Juliet Demo Besa, SLP Focal Person; Chloe Dawn Gallego Lagarto, SWO III for Case Management and 4Ps Focal; Paul Joseph Eclar, DSWD Training Specialist; Judith Tanate Barredo, Promotive Section Head; Kwensi Pinuela, PDO II; Jay Suganob, PSWDO Representative ; and Amabelle De Los Santos, SWO III TAORRS Focal.

Padayon lang, Pototan.