THE 8th City Council of Taguig opened its inaugural session, focusing on crafting responsive ordinances and resolutions aligned with Mayor Laarni Cayetano’s “transformative, lively, and caring agenda.”
Presided over by Vice Mayor Arvin Ian Alit, the first session unfolded on Monday, July 7, was attended and joined by the mayor.
Cayetano called for solidarity and purpose-driven leadership, citing the expanded membership of the council following the inclusion of representatives from the EMBO (Enlisted Men’s Barrio). Joel E. Zurbano
“Our City Council stands as the largest and most diverse in our city’s history. This reflects our commitment to give voice and space to our fellow citizens from the EMBO communities. As you begin this new term, I invite you to renew our shared pursuit of building a city where quality services reach even the farthest communities—and are delivered in the most excellent way possible,” she said.
Editor’s Note: This is an updated article. Originally posted with the headline “City Council of Taguig welcomes EMBO councilors”
