Prior to the oathtaking, the closing session of the 9th city council was also held, where a resolution was passed giving tribute to outgoing three-termer councilors Ramon Encarnacion and Ricar Enriquez, and to outgoing Vice Mayor and incoming second district Councilor Lorie Natividad-Borja for their exemplary and unwavering dedication to delivering public service to every Valenzuelano for 9 years. A congratulatory resolution was also passed congratulating Mayor WES Gatchalian for his second term, Vice Mayor Marlon Alejandrino, and Congressmen Kenneth Gatchalian and Gerald Galang for their new post as the representative of the first and second congressional districts of Valenzuela City respectively.
In his message, Mayor WES expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the people of Valenzuela for the trust they have once again given him and his team. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to continue the transformation of Valenzuela into a more responsive, inclusive, and liveable city. The mayor underscored that the next three years will serve as a fresh start, fresh mandate, and a boost of energy to build a foundation of efficient governance, to make the city a more liveable city. Guided by the principles of Valenzuelife, a vision of a livable and empowered Valenzuela for all, he promised to intensify efforts to bring quality services closer to every barangay and to ensure that no sector is left behind.
Joining Mayor WES in leading the city are newly elected Vice Mayor Marlon Alejandrino, First District Congressman Kenneth Gatchalian, and Second District Congressman Gerald Galang. They will serve alongside the twelve members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod, composed of Cris Feliciano-Tan, Ghogo Deato-Lee, Atty. Richard Enriquez, Atty. Bimbo Dela Cruz, Kisha Ancheta, and Goyong Serrano from the First District; and Lorie Natividad-Borja, Niña Lopez, Sel Sabino-Sy, Chiqui Carreon, Mickey Pineda, and Louie Nolasco from the Second District. Together, this group of leaders will continue to work toward legislative measures and projects that support the city’s agenda in education, health, infrastructure, public safety, and economic development.
The oathtaking ceremony served not only as a formal transition of leadership but also as a reaffirmation of the city’s collective commitment to good governance. With a renewed mandate and a unified team at the helm, the City Government of Valenzuela looks forward to continuing its momentum of progress, innovation, and service, always in line with Valenzuelife and in service to every Pamilyang Valenzuelano.
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