THE City Government of Tagbilaran recognized exemplary barangays and outstanding barangay officials during the Awarding Ceremonies for the 2025 Good Barangay Governance Awards and the Search for Tagbilaran’s Outstanding Barangay Officials of the Year (TOBOY) held on January 21, 2026 at the Sangguniang Panlungsod Session Hall.
Following the results of the governance audit conducted by the City Assessment Team, Barangays Bool, Dampas, Dao, Manga, Mansasa, San Isidro, Taloto, and Ubujan were declared passers of the 2025 Good Barangay Governance Awards.
These barangays were cited for their compliance with governance standards, sound financial management, effective program implementation, and commitment to transparent and accountable public service.
The ceremony also recognized outstanding barangay officials under the 2025 Search for The Outstanding Barangay Officials of the Year (TOBOY), honoring individuals who demonstrated exemplary leadership and service in their respective roles.
The TOBOY winners are:
1) Punong Barangay Category: Francis Eugene Zamora – Barangay Taloto
2) Sangguniang Barangay Member Category: Nida P. Tolang – Barangay Ubujan, Ronald R. Robante – Barangay Taloto, Haidee C. Ingking – Barangay Cogon, Reynante P. Cericos – Barangay Booy, Jessa Mae Budlong – Barangay San Isidro, Angelique B. Elardo – Barangay Cabawan
3) Barangay Secretary Category: Joel L. Gubot – Barangay Taloto
4) Barangay Treasurer Category: Cristina T. Gonzales – Barangay Taloto
5) Sangguniang Kabataan Chairperson Category: Shaira Gell D. Balabag – Barangay Dampas
The awarding of certificates and plaques was led by First District Congressman John Geesnell “Baba” Yap II, together with Vice Mayor Adam Jala, City Administrator Alvin Luis Acuzar, and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) City Local Government Operations Officer Juliet C. Olalo.
Mayor Jane Yap lauded the awardee barangays and officials for setting a high standard in grassroots governance. She said:
“These recognitions reflect your dedication to honest leadership, efficient service delivery, and genuine concern for your constituents. Strong barangays build a strong city, and your commitment to good governance moves Tagbilaran forward.”
She further emphasized the city government’s continued support for initiatives that strengthen barangay institutions and promote excellence in local leadership.
City officials underscored that the annual awards aim to promote accountability, professionalism, and innovation among barangay leaders, while reinforcing the importance of good governance in achieving sustainable local development.
