MANILA, (PIA) — Mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan celebrated his 45th birthday on Monday by providing livelihood packages to 45 beneficiaries in the community. The recipients were given their choice of a sari-sari store, bigasan, or siomai and shake business packages.
Continuing a tradition from the previous year, the beneficiaries were selected through a social media activity that encouraged participation from residents of Caloocan City.
Mayor Along expressed his enthusiasm for being able to support the community and thanked constituents for their ongoing trust and support.
“Nakasanayan ko na po, simula pa noong araw, na magkaroon ng simpleng pa-contest upang mabigyan ng kabuhayan ang ating mga kababayan,” Mayor Along said, reflecting on his commitment to uplifting community members.
He added, “Sa mga Batang Kankaloo, kayo po at ang inyong tiwala at pagmamahal ang pinakamalaking regalo na lagi kong natatangap tuwing birthday ko. Maraming-maraming salamat po at asahan niyo na lahat ng aking ginagawa, para sa inyong lahat.”
The mayor reiterated the importance of livelihood programs as a means for the city government to empower constituents to improve their lives.
“Ang gusto ko, hindi lang natin basta tinutulungan ang ating mga kababayan kundi natututo rin sila na maghanap-buhay at gumawa ng mas maraming oportunidad para sa kanilang sarili at sa kanilang pamilya,” he declared.
Through these initiatives, Mayor Along aims to provide not just assistance but also the skills and opportunities for residents to create sustainable livelihoods for themselves and their families. (JCO/PIA-NCR)
(Photos courtesy: Caloocan PIO)
