Legazpi Mayoralty Candidate Hisham Ismail Praises Albay’s New Aid to Barangays Program

Legazpi City, Philippines – Legazpi City mayoralty candidate and Albay Liga ng mga Barangay President Hisham Ismail expressed gratitude to Governor Glenda Ong Bongao for the implementation of the Php100,000 Aid to Barangay Program. The initiative promises financial subsidies to all 721 barangays in Albay through a streamlined and direct download process.

A Victory for Albay’s Barangays

In a recent post, Ismail celebrated the success of his advocacy, stating that the new program will significantly ease the burden on barangays, ensuring the funds reach their intended recipients. He also highlighted the challenges barangays faced in the previous year, where only 136 out of 721 barangays were able to access the aid due to what he described as “unreasonable and burdensome requirements” imposed by the previous administration.

Key Features of the Program

• Php100,000 Financial Subsidy: To be provided directly to each barangay in Albay.

• Streamlined Process: Designed to eliminate unnecessary requirements, making the funds more accessible.

• Province-Wide Reach: All 721 barangays will now benefit from the program, ensuring equitable distribution of aid.

Gratitude to Governor Bongao

Ismail credited Governor Bongao for listening to the needs of Albay’s barangays and instituting a program that addresses their concerns. He described the move as a significant improvement from the previous administration, ensuring that resources reach the grassroots level where they are needed the most.

Implications for Albay

The Php100,000 Aid to Barangay Program is expected to boost local development initiatives and empower barangay leaders to address their communities’ needs more effectively. This development also reinforces Ismail’s campaign message as he vies for the mayoralty of Legazpi City, positioning himself as a champion of grassroots governance.

The initiative marks a step forward in making provincial governance more responsive and inclusive. It remains to be seen how barangays will maximize this financial support to improve their respective communities.