‘MALASAKIT AT SERBISYO NGAYONG PASKO’ — BONG GO MEETS WITH PASIG CITY BARANGAY CAPTAINS, HIGHLIGHTS SUPPORT FOR LOCAL GOVERNANCE

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go spread the spirit of Christmas as he met with 24 barangay captains from Pasig City on Friday, December 20. In the holiday gathering, held at Max’s along E. Rodriguez Avenue, he reinforced his commitment to empowering grassroots leaders while acknowledging their tireless service as frontliners in governance.

As the season of giving unfolds, Senator Go expressed his gratitude for the vital contributions of barangay officials, especially during emergencies and calamities. He emphasized the importance of legislative measures to uplift their welfare and ensure they receive tangible support befitting their indispensable roles.

Among his priority legislative proposals is Senate Bill No. 197, or the Magna Carta for Barangay Officials. If enacted, the bill will provide barangay officials with significant benefits and privileges, recognizing their sacrifices and motivating them to serve their communities more effectively.

Senator Go also filed Senate Bill No. 427, the Barangay Health Workers Compensation Act, which seeks to guarantee fair compensation for barangay health workers who play a pivotal role in community health services if enacted.

“Ang mga barangay officials ang unang takbuhan ng ating mga kababayan kapag may problema. Hindi biro ang sakripisyo nila, kaya nararapat lang na bigyan sila ng tamang suporta at benepisyo. Hindi sapat ang pasasalamat lamang. Dapat may konkretong aksyon at suporta para sa kanila,” Senator Go said.

During the meeting, he also highlighted Republic Act Nos. 11462 and 11935, which he co-authored and co-sponsored. These laws postponed previous Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections, giving barangay officials additional time to implement and complete their programs.

Senator Go assured the barangay leaders that his office remains accessible for any support they may need, expressing his appreciation for their dedication. “Ang opisina ko ay laging bukas para sa inyo. Huwag kayong mahihiyang lumapit kung may kailangan kayo. Gagawin ko ang lahat ng makakaya ko upang matulungan kayo,” he stated.

Adding a festive touch to the gathering, Senator Go and his Malasakit Team distributed Christmas tokens to barangay captains. He also thanked Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto and Vice Mayor Dodot Jaworski for their collaborative efforts in ensuring effective local governance.

As the gathering came to a close, Senator Go urged barangay officials to stay steadfast in their service and reminded them of the spirit of compassion and giving during this holiday season.

“Ngayong Pasko, tandaan natin na ang tunay na diwa ng kapaskuhan ay pagmamahalan, malasakit, at pagtutulungan. Sana’y manatiling masaya at ligtas ang bawat pamilya ngayong Pasko. Bilang inyong Mr. Malasakit, I pray for a happy and healthy New Year for everyone!” he added.

“Ako ang inyong Senator Kuya Bong Go, patuloy na magseserbisyo sa inyong lahat dahil bisyo ko na ang magserbisyo. Lagi kong dala ang Malasakit para sa bawat Pilipino dahil naniniwala ako na ang serbisyo sa tao ay serbisyo sa Diyos,” Senator Go concluded with holiday warmth.