For the second year in a row, the City Government of Himamaylan received a Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for its exceptional management and quality public service, a press release from the city said Friday, Dec. 15.
Mayor Raymund Tongson together with city government officers received the SGLG award and the P2.3 million SGLG Incentive Fund Subsidy at the Manila Hotel Fiesta Pavillion on Thursday, Dec. 14.
“This recognition is a testament to our commitment to transparency and serving Himamaylan City with integrity. It’s not just my honor, it’s a celebration of every Himamaylanon’s dedication,” Tongson said.
The SGLG Incentive Fund Subsidy will be used to better improve Himamaylan City’s LGU initiatives, he said.
Tongson thanked the local government employees and partners who worked hard to comply with the requirements.
The city mayor added that he was honored to stand with exceptional leaders from Negros Occidental as they received the SGLG.*