Miagao is 2nd best on peace and order in the country
MIAGAO, Iloilo – The Municipal Peace and Order Council of the Municipality of Miagao was adjudged as the 2ndBest Municipal Peace and Order Council in the country for the 1stto 3rdClass Category for CY 2006.
The best Peace and Order Council (POC) awards is an annual undertaking of the National Peace and Order Council to give due recognition to the exemplary performance of the POCs. It aims to strengthen the POCs in all levels of the government in effectively coordinating public and private sector 's involvement towards the attainment of peace and order in the country.
"The exemplary performance and service delivery of your council, despite modest means, shall serve as role model and inspiration to other peace and order councils," said Interior and Local Government Secretary Ronaldo V. Puno in his September 3, 2008 letter to Miagao Mayor Julieta N. Flores.
"The announcement of this achievement was welcomed with pride by the members of the council and the entire Miagaowanon community. Prior to this recognition, Miagao remains as one of the major focal centers for business in the entire Province of Iloilo. In fact, despite the current grim economic outlook, Miagao continues to attract investors because of its ideal peace and order climate," said Mayor Flores.
Meanwhile, Puno said the Awarding Ceremonies shall be held anytime this month depending on the availability of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo as guest of honor and speaker. (Adora B. Mande)