Municipal Anti-drug Abuse Council - MADAC Tago

09/09/2026

LOOK: The Municipal Anti-Drug Abuse Council (MADAC) headed by the MADAC Chairman Municipal Mayor Val C. Laurente, in close coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Provincial representative ma'am Adel Gujilde and our MLGOO sir Arman M. Decena, conducted BADAC ENHANCEMENT AND QUARTERLY MEETING a comprehensive orientation and advocacy program focused on building drug-free communities dated September 07, 2026 at Municipal Annex building.

The event gathers Barangay Captains, Barangay Secretaries, and agency representatives to discuss critical updates on anti-illegal drug strategies, the roll-out of community-based rehabilitation programs, and the strengthening of Barangay Anti-Drug Councils (BADAC). Through unity and proactive governance, we continue to pave the way toward a safer, healthier, and drug-free municipality.

28/07/2026

A STRONGER COMMITMENT TO REFORMATION AND HOPE

The Local Government Unit of Tago, in active partnership with the Local Government Unit of Mainit, Surigao del Sur, officially sealed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) last July 24, 2026 for the full operationalization of the Balay Silangan Reformation Center.

Led by HON. JELIO VAL C. LAURENTE, ECE Municipal Mayor of LGU - Tago and HON. RAMON B. MONDANO Municipal Mayor of LGU- Mainit, the formal signing ceremony underscores a shared, whole-of-community commitment to combating illegal drug activities through compassionate rehabilitation.

The Balay Silangan program serves as a temporary refuge specifically designed to transform surrendered drug personalities and reformists into law-abiding, self-sufficient, and highly productive citizens. Through this localized framework, reformists will undergo a comprehensive, mandatory in-house program focusing on: Values Formation and Spiritual Upliftment, Livelihood and Skills Enhancement, Psychological Counseling and Moral Recovery, Community Reintegration and Aftercare Programs.

Also present to witness this milestone were ANGELO V. BALMIS, RCrim, Sanitation Inspector/ MADAC Focal, JUAN PAULO R. ESPINOZA, RN, PHN II/CBDRP Focal and PLT MICHAEL G QUISAOT, Officer In-charge Tago Mps .

Together, we look forward to building a safer, healthier, and drug-resilient community, giving our fellow Filipinos a genuine pathway towards a new beginning.

27/07/2026

OFFICIAL UPDATE: MADAC Strengthens Anti-Drug Campaign Through Strategic MOA Signing

In a unified effort to enhance local rehabilitation and aftercare interventions, the Anti- Drug Abuse Council (MADAC), chaired by Municipal Mayor Val C. Laurente , successfully forged a partnership with Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Center- Caraga through an official Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing ceremony held at DTRC-Caraga , Brgy. Anomar ,Surigao City on July 23,2026.

The agreement formalizes collaborative mechanisms for institutionalized treatment, holistic rehabilitation, and reintegration programs for local beneficiaries. By bridging the gap between enforcement and restoration, MADAC and DTRC- Caraga ensure that individuals undergoing recovery receives the highest standard of care and professional support.

Present during the signing were HON. JELIO VAL C. LAURENTE,ECE , Municipal Mayor , EDHEL S. MIRO, MD, DPCAM, MM-PA ,Chief of Hospital III- DTRC Caraga, RUTH T. PAJUTAN ,MD ,OIC-CHPO ,ANGELO V. BALMIS,RCRIM ,RSI/MADAC Focal and JUAN PAULO R. ESPINOZA,RN ,PHN/ CBDRP Focal.

24/07/2026

24/07/2026

Mainit, Tago LGU's Seal MOA for Balay Silangan Partnership

The Local Government Unit of Mainit and the Municipality of Tago, Surigao del Sur formally strengthened their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the utilization of the MAPASO Balay Silangan Reformation Center (BSRC) on July 24, 2026 reaffirming their shared commitment to advancing community-based drug rehabilitation and the successful reintegration of recovering persons into society.

The ceremonial signing signified the collective commitment of both local government units to implement holistic and sustainable interventions under the Balay Silangan Reformation Program, providing a structured environment that supports the recovery, reformation, and productive reintegration of former drug offenders and surrenderers.

Municipal Vice Mayor Hon. Crisanta O. Mondano welcomed the visiting delegation from the Municipality of Tago and highlighted the value of inter-local government collaboration in strengthening anti-illegal drug initiatives and expanding access to community-based rehabilitation services.

Representing the Municipality of Tago, Hon. Jelio Val C. Laurente, ECE, Municipal Mayor, delivered the Partners' Message, expressing his appreciation to the Municipality of Mainit for opening opportunities for collaboration. He emphasized that the partnership will significantly enhance Tago's rehabilitation efforts by providing accessible, quality intervention services for its constituents while reinforcing the shared advocacy for drug-free and resilient communities.

In his Inspirational Message, Municipal Mayor Hon. Ramon B. Mondano underscored that the Memorandum of Agreement represents more than a formal partnership. It embodies a shared responsibility among local government units to restore lives, strengthen families, and foster safer communities through compassion, accountability, and sustainable rehabilitation programs.

Following the signing ceremony, officials from the Municipality of Tago toured the MAPASO Balay Silangan Reformation Center to observe its facilities, rehabilitation amenities, and program implementation, gaining valuable insights into Mainit's best practices in delivering community-based recovery services.

The MOA signing marks another significant milestone in the Municipality of Mainit's continuing efforts to strengthen inter-LGU partnerships and promote responsive, people-centered governance. Through collaborative initiatives such as this, Mainit remains steadfast in advancing rehabilitation programs that contribute to safer, healthier, and drug-free communities across the region.

21/07/2026

𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙏𝙖𝙜𝙤!

The Municipality of Tago, under the leadership of Municipal Mayor Jelio Val C. Laurente, formally entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Adela Serra Ty Memorial Medical Center, reaffirming the LGU's commitment to providing accessible, quality, and efficient healthcare services for every Tagon-on.

The partnership covers the following agreements:
✅ Provision of Laboratory and Other Diagnostic Services between the Local Government Unit of Tago and Adela Serra Ty Memorial Medical Center.
✅ Provision of Licensed Ambulance Services to further strengthen emergency medical response and patient care.

The MOA was signed by Dr. Janice V. Pagaran-Alcordo, RN, MAHAD, FPCEM, FPAPSHPI, DipHM, DPCHA, Medical Center Chief II of Adela Serra Ty Memorial Medical Center, together with our Municipal Health Officer, Dr. Angelica T. Llapitan.

This collaboration marks another milestone in ensuring that the people of Tago receive timely, reliable, and quality healthcare services through strong institutional partnerships.

Together, we build a healthier, stronger, and more resilient Tago!