The town of Salcedo witnessed the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and the declaration of Stable Internal Peace and Security Condition in the town last Tuesday, August 13, 2024. This took place at the Civic Center, attended by high-ranking officials from the military, provincial, and local government.
This declaration is based on numerous assessments from the DILG, PNP, Philippine Army, and other agencies to determine that a place no longer has insurgent presence and that threats or acts of criminality in the area are controlled and prevented. Salcedo, Mercedes, and Guiuan are among the towns in the southern part of Eastern Samar that have been recognized for this achievement.
The town of Salcedo was also awarded a Plaque of Commendation through Mayor Rochelle Guarino Mergal for leading initiatives towards the peace of the town and its barangays. This significant event was attended by Vice Governor Maricar Sison-Goteesan, representing Governor Ben P. Evardone; Ms. Marian June Libanan-Ganzon, representing House Minority Leader Congressman Marcelino “Nonoy” Libanan; PLtCol Alex T. Robin, Deputy Provincial Director for Operations-ESPPO; LtCol Joseph D. Bugaoan INF (GSC) PA, Acting Commanding Officer, 78IB; Sir Jerry A. Enriquez, Cluster Head, PDILG; Sir Eduardo Gonzaga, MLGOO; Hon. Ma. Rochelle G. Mergal, Municipal Mayor; Hon. Maricris D. Fabillar, Municipal Vice Mayor; Hon. Honorato A. Padullo, ABC President; Hon. Anthony J. Lagramada, SK Federation President; Hon. Rosario Palconite, SBM; Hon. Leo Gagante, SBM; Hon. Jaime Miralles, SBM; Hon. Atty. Christian May Lacasa Machica, SBM; Hon. Cesario Cagascas, SBM; Hon. Bruno Padullo, SBM; PEMS Felipe C. Odejerte, MESPO, Salcedo MPS; SFO3 Pablito C. Nadera, BFP Salcedo; Department Heads of LGU Salcedo, and Punong Barangays.
At the end of the program, all participants made a pledge of support, and the guests released doves as a symbol of the peace now being experienced in each of our communities.
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