Vice President Sara Duterte (2nd from left), on June 5, presented a plaque of appreciation to Mayor Belen Fernandez (2nd from left) during the Pasidungog 2023 held at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in Pasay City in recognition of the City Government of Dagupan’s contribution to the vision of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) to reach, serve and create lasting impact on the lives of Filipinos.
Mayor Fernandez proudly received the award under the Special Projects category, on behalf of the local government unit of Dagupan and the local Department of Education led by Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Rowena Banzon and Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Marciano Soriano Jr. who joined her during the event.
The Pasidungog, which is Visayan for ‘to give honor’, recognizes various government agencies and private sector that help the OVP achieve its goal to reach out to Filipinos and ensure their welfare and it is also given to individuals who exhibit exemplary behavior in accordance with the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.
(Dagupan CIO Photo)
