Aklan Is A Billionaire

STATE OF THE PROVINCE ADDRESS

Gov. Marquez is shown above delivering his SOPA.

Aklan Vice Gov. Gabrielle V. Calizo-Quimpo is listening.

The members of the Aklan Sangguniang Panlalawigan.

"Aklan Is A Billionaire, we are now first class" is the description of Gov. Carlito S. Marquez of the Province of Aklan in his State of the Province Address (SOPA).

The SOPA was held during the 4th Regular Session of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Aklan on Thursday morning, January 28.

According to Marquez, Aklan is first on the following:

1. Province to sign a Memorandum of Understanding for Phihealth coverage;

2.Successfully complete a project, the Caticlan Jetty Port Passenger Terminal through bond floatation,

3. Establish a very successful EED program;

4. To computerize real property tax administration;

5. To operate a PPA port;

6. To engage in joint venture with the ASU in the establishment of a nursing college;

7. To implement universal program for Philhealth; 8. To implement bridge financing with LBP for its Hybrid rice program.

During his delivery, he was highly applauded. The SOPA was covered live by both cable TV and radio stations in Aklan.

Other highlights of the SOPA will be published in the succeeding issues. /MP