Attending the Regular Session today, Ret. Major General Benito Antonio De Leon, who introduced himself as the City Council welcomes him being the new Chairperson of the Public Safety and Security Command.

He laid down the plans and programs of his office which include:
-the pursue of what is stipulated in the executive order issued by the City Government of Davao in the safety and security;
-taking a look at the security gaps in order to improve the safety of Davao;
-looking into the organizational aspect to provide coordinated mechanisms for the office;
-look into and address the lack of cctv cameras and personnels.

With the increase of visitors, tourists, politicians and influx of people in the city, there is also an increase of challenge for the team to provide maximum safety and security for the locals and visitors.

He also stated in his short speech that the security forces are "tripling" their efforts for the safety of the city and the people.

Korean Doctor Giving back to the Dabawenyos

18th City Council striking a pose with Dr. Dong Sul Lee (Photo credit: Team Acosta)

Korean Oriental Doctor Dong Sul Lee paid a visit to the 18th City Council during their 2nd Regular Session last July 12, 2016.

18th City Council striking a pose with Dr. Dong Sul Lee (Photo credit: Team Acosta)

Dr. Dong is a native Korean from Ulsan, South Korea. He has been serving the locals of Davao City for 2 years now. His passion for helping people started after the Korean war, when he learned that our country sent troops to South Korea to fight for their side. For him, this is his form of giving back to the Filipinos. 

He started doing free medical services in Luzon but when he came to Davao City, he fell in love with the city and the people. This made him stay and serve the communities until today. He has been going around the city, to the three districts, going from District 1 to District 3. Dr. Dong offers free oriental services as well as accupunture to the various communities in Davao City. His clinic in Ulsan, together with his partners, are his sources of funds in his advocacy.

Having his family left in South Korea, Dr. Dong goes in and out of the country to spend time for vacation and family bonding. His commitment to the service of the people made him loved by the locals. In this he was given a commendation by the City Council of Davao.

St. John Paul II College student leaders visit City Council Session

Ms. Cynthia Gallenero, Dean of the Office of Student Affairs with the student leaders of St. John Paul II College (Photo credit: Team Acosta)

As the 19th Regular Session commence, visitors from different institutions and organizations flocked the plenary hall of the Sangguniang Panlungsod of Davao City to witness the legislative proceedings and development of certain items.

Ms. Cynthia Gallenero, Dean of the Office of Student Affairs with the student leaders of St. John Paul II College (Photo credit: Team Acosta)

One of the many group of people who joined the session last May 24, 2016 was the group of student leaders from the St. John Paul II College of Davao. They were 2nd year-4th year student leaders of various clubs and organizations of the school. Their annual student workshop includes a tour and observation of the legislative session which allows the students to experience first hand how the City Council promulgates and discuss certain laws.
This activity was organized by the Office of the Student Affairs led by the Dean of OSA, Ms. Cynthia Gallenero.

The 17th City Council welcomes these young and bright student leaders. You are the future of our beloved Davao.