{"id":15669,"date":"2025-07-06T07:30:02","date_gmt":"2025-07-06T07:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/?p=15669"},"modified":"2025-07-13T12:33:37","modified_gmt":"2025-07-13T12:33:37","slug":"a-council-of-equals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/?p=15669","title":{"rendered":"<i>A council of equals<\/i>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fromwhereIstand4-1024x465.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13134\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fromwhereIstand4-1024x465.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fromwhereIstand4-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fromwhereIstand4-768x349.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fromwhereIstand4-1536x698.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fromwhereIstand4-1170x532.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/theboholtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/fromwhereIstand4.jpg 1650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>IN a political climate often marred by partisanship and polarization, City Vice Mayor Estanislao \u201cEslao\u201d Alviola\u2019s declaration of a new, \u201copen Council\u201d signals a bold reimagining of local governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reimagining local governance involves&nbsp;shifting from traditional approaches to more dynamic, adaptable, and inclusive models.&nbsp;This includes embracing technology for smarter governance, enhancing community engagement, improving operational efficiency, and fostering sustainable and resilient communities.&nbsp;It also means promoting transparency, accountability, and genuine citizen participation in decision-making processes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In his recent statements, Alviola emphasized fairness, communication, and cooperation over traditional divisions of majority and minority blocs \u2014 a vision that, if realized, could mark a significant cultural shift in city politics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A council without walls<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alviola\u2019s assertion that \u201cthere will be no majority nor minority members\u201d is more than just a rhetorical flourish \u2014 it\u2019s a governance philosophy. By positioning himself as a neutral and fair presiding officer, he is making an implicit appeal for unity, cooperation, and depoliticized service delivery. His willingness to welcome collaboration from Councilor Frank \u201cGG\u201d Esme\u00f1a Jr., despite political differences, underscores this nonpartisan approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This move could pave the way for a more inclusive legislative environment where policy decisions are based on merit and public interest, rather than party loyalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Streamlining government, humanizing employment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond legislative affairs, Alviola touched on a deeper, more structural concern &#8212; the optimization of the local government workforce. His remarks about ending contracts for Job Order employees \u2014 while inviting them to reapply based on qualifications \u2014 reflect a dual ambition &#8212; making government more efficient while ensuring a better match between roles and competencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a delicate balancing act. Contractual workers often serve as the backbone of local bureaucracies, yet their transient status can create inefficiencies and uncertainty. Alviola\u2019s promise to assist workers in aligning their skills with appropriate roles hints at a more strategic human resource management approach \u2014 one that recognizes the dignity of labor and the importance of job satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps most striking was his philosophical reflection on motivation: \u201cYou work because you love to work; or you work because you have to.\u201d In a time when public service is frequently viewed as a political reward or stepping stone, this statement stands out. It reinforces the idea that governance should inspire pride and purpose, not just a paycheck or patronage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Redefining loyalty in public service<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alviola&#8217;s concluding message \u2014 that loyalty should lie with the job and not with politicians \u2014 is both a critique of the status quo and a call for a new ethic in public service. In many local governments, shifting political winds often lead to abrupt staffing changes, where allegiance to elected officials outweighs competence or dedication. His vision seeks to invert that logic, encouraging a workforce rooted in professional integrity and institutional loyalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This cultural transformation, however, will demand a consistent example from leadership, fair hiring practices, support for career development, and the depoliticization of government service. 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