Statement of Support for Baguio City Mayor Benjie B. Magalong


By LCP Secretariat
February 3, 2021 - Quezon City


The League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP) expresses its strong support to Baguio City Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong, LCP’s Focal Mayor for Anti-Criminality and Illegal Drugs. We laud his solid leadership as the COVID-19 Contact Tracing Czar in formulating a comprehensive and systematic contract tracing approach while engaging and empowering various local governments with Baguio City’s innovative ICT solutions. Under his clear direction as the city mayor, Baguio City managed to reduce their COVID-19 transmissions consistently. The city was allowed to gradually re-open its local economy while still following health protocols. As a true leader, Mayor Magalong has exerted earnest efforts to facilitate the quick recovery of Baguio City, which has been lauded nationwide as a best practice. These demonstrate his dedication to service and excellence. 

 

LCP is aware of Mayor Magalong’s recent involvement in a social gathering wherein lapses in protocols were observed. His participation was intended to show his gratitude to several business groups that continuously helped the city recover and boost its local tourism. We want to draw attention to Mayor Magalong’s actions after the event, which are a clearer reflection of his humility and integrity. He admitted his lapses, sanctioned and fined those involved, including his wife, and humbly opened himself to an investigation. 

 

In his resignation letter as the Contact Tracing Czar, he expressed that he understood that he is expected to be held at a higher standard as a public servant and a member of the National Task Force against COVID-19. We commend his strong commitment to accountability and justice that serves as a beacon of hope to his fellow city mayors and other public servants. 

 

LCP expresses its utmost support and unwavering faith in the leadership of Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong. We are truly proud of his honesty, dedication, and true service to the country.

 

 

Mayor Evelio R. Leonardia

Bacolod City

LCP National President

 

 

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