San Pedro City Congresswoman Ann Matibag has officially filed her certificate of candidacy (COC) for a second term as the representative of Laguna’s first legislative district. The filing took place on Wednesday at the Commission on Elections (Comelec) Office in Sta. Cruz, Laguna.
Running under the banner of “Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas,” Matibag aims to continue her current initiatives and introduce more opportunities for her constituents, building on her achievements from the past three years.
One of her flagship programs is the ABAKADA Program, which stands for “Ayuda” (support), “Bakuna” (health and vaccines), “Kabuhayan” (livelihood opportunities), and “Direksyon” (developmental directions). This program addresses a wide range of needs for her constituents, including financial assistance, medical missions, hospital aid, and infrastructure projects such as roads, drainage systems, multi-purpose buildings, and public school facilities.
“Infrastructure development is crucial for economic growth. It attracts investments into our district. I’m determined to work closely with the private sector and the Department of Public Works and Highways to bring in more projects that will benefit our community,” Matibag said.
One of the key infrastructure projects under her administration is the construction of the San Pedro Exit Northbound. Matibag also plans to inaugurate more school buildings, emphasizing the importance of providing well-equipped educational facilities for students.
“Education is one of my top advocacies. I believe that investing in our children’s education is investing in the future of our district. We will continue to prioritize the construction of school buildings and ensure access to quality education for our youth,” she added.
Matibag also announced the upcoming launch of four solar-powered water systems in San Pedro City, in partnership with the Department of Energy. These systems will provide sustainable and affordable clean water to communities, particularly those in remote barangays.
Moreover, Matibag reiterated her commitment to social welfare services, revealing that her office has secured a substantial budget for social welfare programs, thanks to the support of House Speaker Martin Romualdez.
In her speech, Matibag expressed her gratitude for the progress she has made:
“Aking ikikinagagalak na makita ang bunga ng aking pagsusumikap para sa Bayan ng San Pedro. Sa aking patuloy na pagsiguro na ang pondo ay buong-buo na nadadarama ng aking mga kababayan, tunay na nakikita ang magandang bukas sa aking minamahal na bayan,” she said.
“Kaya naman, lalo pa po akong magsusumikap upang maipagpatuloy ang ABAKADA Program sa mahal kong San Pedro. ‘Yan po ang Alagang LaguNanay na aking patuloy na ibibigay para sa ating Magandang Bukas!”
Roy Tomandao
Si Roy Tumandao ay kasalukuyang pangulo ng Camp Vicente Lim Press Corps. Nagsimula siya sa larangan ng media noong 1992 at aktibo bilang photo journalist at news correspondent para sa iba’t ibang tabloid. Broadcaster siya ng DZJV 1458 Radyo Calabarzon.
