TAGBILARAN City Mayor Jane Yap received an award from the Philippine National Police Region Office 7 (PRO7) during the culmination program of the Police Community Relations month celebration held on July 31, 2023 at the PRO7 Headquarters, Camp Sergio Osmeña Sr., Cebu City.
The prestigious award was given to Mayor Yap for her exceptional contributions to the success of the Tagbilaran City Police Station and the Bohol Police Provincial Office, which have greatly enhanced law enforcement and public safety efforts.
The recognition was presented by Brigadier General Anthony Aberin, Director of the Police Regional Office in Central Visayas and Undersecretary Terence Calatrava from the Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas.
In response to the honor, Mayor Yap expressed her gratitude and commitment to promoting a safe and secure environment in Tagbilaran City. She stated, “This award is a powerful reminder of the strong collaboration between the local government and our dedicated police force. This recognition further inspires us to continue working hand-in-hand for the betterment of Tagbilaran City and the province of Bohol.”
In addition to Mayor Yap, Provincial Director Lorenzo Batuan of the Bohol Police Provincial Office was also honored as the Outstanding Police Provincial Office, while former Tagbilaran City Chief of Police P/Lt. Col. Regie Real received the Outstanding Junior Police Commissioned Officer award.
The police community relations month is celebrated every July per Presidential Proclamation No. 764 signed on January 24, 2005, which aims to develop closer interaction between the police and the community in the handling of peace and order concerns.
