Esperanza Legislators

20/05/2026

Happy Birthday to the Presiding Officer of the 22nd Sangguniang Bayan Hon. VM Michelle P. Manpatilan

Happy Birthday, Vice Mayor Michelle! 💙

Salamat sa imong padayon nga pag serbisyo uban sa kasingkasing ug dedikasyon para sa katawhan. Your kindness and leadership truly inspire us every day. May you be blessed with good health, happiness, and more success in life and public service. Enjoy your special day!
— From your Vice Mayor’s Office Staff

25/03/2026

𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐧: 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧, 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐬!

Ang Sangguniang Bayan ay buong pagmamalaking sumasama sa pagdiriwang ng 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡! Sa temang "𝐓𝐚𝐲𝐨 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐤𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐧" binibigyang pugay natin ang lakas at kontribusyon ng bawat babae sa ating komunidad.
Ngayon, itinatampok natin ang 3 sa ating mga kahanga-hangang miyembro mula sa 22nd Sangguniang Bayan na nagsisilbing inspirasyon sa ating lahat:
𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐏. 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 – 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫
𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐉𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐏. 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐨ñ𝐨 – 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫
𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐝 𝐃. 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 – 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫
Sila ay patunay na ang boses ng kababaihan ay mahalaga at may kakayahang humubog ng mas magandang bukas.

25/02/2026

19/02/2026

📌 February 18, 2026 – The 26th Regular Session of the 22nd Sangguniang Bayan of the Municipality of Esperanza, Agusan del Sur, presided over by Temporary Presiding Officer Hon. Erwin G. Dumaguing, was conducted to address vital matters concerning the welfare, progress, and development of Esperanza.

The session featured the Public Question Hour, with resource persons from Barangay Mahagkot and Barangay Cubo invited to respond to concerns raised during the outdoor session held at Barangay Tag-Anahaw on February 11, 2026. Discussions focused on issues regarding the school site in Mahagkot and the condemned school building in Cubo, which was damaged by the October 2025 earthquake.

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) was likewise invited to address the Sangguniang Bayan’s concern regarding the delayed submission of annual executive budgets by several barangays. Some barangays explained that the delay was due to the pending approval of their respective Gender and Development (GAD) Plans. However, DILG representatives clarified that the delay was attributable to the concerned barangays’ failure to follow up on their incomplete GAD Plan requirements, which resulted in the delayed issuance of certifications.

In addition, the session included the reading of committee reports, further strengthening the legislative process and ensuring that recommendations and findings were formally recorded for deliberation and possible adoption.

12/02/2026

February 11, 2026
𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭! 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝟏, 𝐁𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐠-𝐚𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐰!

This significant event brought together local leaders, stakeholders, and constituents from the barangays of District 1, namely: Poblacion, Bentahon, San Isidro, Mahagkot, Cubo, and Tag-anahaw.

The outdoor session served as a platform for open dialogue, fostering a deeper connection between the Sangguniang Bayan Members and the people of Esperanza. It was a day filled with meaningful discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and a renewed commitment to public service.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the people of District 1 for their warm hospitality and active participation. Together, let's continue to work towards a brighter future for our community

28/01/2026

📌 January 28, 2026
23rd Regular Session – 22nd Sangguniang Bayan of Esperanza, Agusan del Sur

The 23rd Regular Session of the 22nd Sangguniang Bayan of Esperanza was successfully conducted under the leadership of Municipal Vice Mayor Hon. Michelle P. Manpatilan.

In faithful observance of Sangguniang Bayan Resolution No. 111-2025, A Resolution Adopting the Internal Rules and Procedures of the 22nd Sangguniang Bayan of Esperanza, Agusan del Sur, specifically Rule II, Section 4 (Session Attire), the Members of the Sangguniang Bayan proudly wore their tribal attire during the session held on the 4th Wednesday of the month.

This meaningful practice reflects the local government’s deep respect for the cultural heritage, traditions, and identity of Esperanza. It honors the legacy of past leaders and recognizes that nearly half of the municipality’s population belongs to indigenous and tribal communities—serving as a powerful reminder of unity, inclusivity, and the enduring value of ancestral roots in governance.

16/01/2026

Reviewing policies for a stronger community. ⚖️

📑 The SB Committee on Laws, Rules, and Privileges conducted a committee hearing on several Barangay Ordinances yesterday, January 15, 2026.

The hearing was led by Committee Chair Hon. Eric Rey G. Siohan, together with committee member Hon. Rene Callanta. Also in attendance to ensure our local laws remain fair and effective were Hon. Manuel Perez, Hon. Jose Albertson Contadan, Hon. Rose Jean Logroño, and Hon. Rolando Jaum. 🏛️

The Sangguniang Bayan continues its commitment to grassroots development by reviewing and refining proposed Barangay Ordinances. By ensuring these local laws align with our municipal standards, we create a more organized and law-abiding community.