Press Release - In pursuit of local development and improved public service delivery: adopted son of Iba and Zambales Bong Go helps town with new Municipal Hall

In a significant boost to the infrastructure of Iba, Zambales, Senator Christopher "Bong" Go attended the blessing and inauguration of the town's new municipal hall on Friday, July 5.

As the Vice Chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, Senator Go played a pivotal role in advocating for funding for the project, underscoring its importance to the community.

During the ceremony, Go highlighted the anticipated benefits the new municipal hall will bring to the constituents of Iba. "This municipal hall is not just a building; it is a symbol of progress and service to the people of Iba. It is designed to address the needs of our citizens efficiently and effectively," Go stated.

As an adopted son of Iba town and the province of Zambales, Senator Go expressed his pride in the new municipal hall and commended the local government, led by Congressman Jay Khonghun, Congresswoman Doris "Bing Maniquiz, Governor Hermogenes "Jun" Ebdane, Vice Governor Jacqueline "Jaq" Khonghun, Mayor Irenea "Aireen" Maniquiz Binan, and Vice Mayor Joan Ballesteros, among others, for their relentless efforts to advance the town.

"I am proud to see how far Iba has come. The local government's unwavering efforts have been instrumental in making this project a reality. This hall will serve as a hub for governance and community services," he remarked.

The town of Iba in Zambales has officially declared Go as its adopted son last 2022 in recognition of his exemplary track record in effective and efficient public service, his efforts in empowering local government units, and his significant legislative contributions.

In Resolution No. 25, adopted on June 23, 2022, the Sangguniang Bayan of Iba highlighted Go's public service career, noting his dedication to the country, particularly to local government units, by allocating government resources to empower LGUs.

The resolution highlighted several projects that the senator has successfully implemented in the town. These include the construction of Phase I & Phase II of the GO IBA Municipal Building, providing educational assistance to the youth sector, and offering financial support to tricycle operators and drivers, market vendors, barbers, fisherfolk,