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๐ Sangguniang Bayan Session Hall, Tulunan
๐ May 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM
The 20th Sangguniang Bayan of Tulunan convened for its 40th Regular Session on May 28, 2026, at the Sangguniang Bayan Session Hall, presided over by Hon. Rogie P. Lantoria as Temporary Presiding Officer.
During the Privilege Hour, Hon. Joan T. Villamor delivered a privilege speech entitled, โFor Transparency Without Fear, and Accountability Without Favor,โ highlighting the importance of integrity, openness, and responsible governance in public service.
During the session, the following proposed ordinances were approved on Third and Final Reading:
Proposed Ordinance No. 12-2026 โ An Ordinance requiring All Business Establishments within the Municipality of Tulunan to honor the Senior Citizen discount upon presentation of any valid Government-Issued Identification Card showing that the bearer is sixty (60) years old or above, in accordance with Republic Act No. 9994, otherwise known as the โExpanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010,โ providing penalties for violations, establishing grievance mechanisms, and for Other Purposes. The ordinance was authored by Hon. Adolfo A. Sarillo, Jr.
Proposed Ordinance No. 16-2026 โ An Ordinance institutionalizing the Drug-Free Workplace Program, mandating the conduct of Authorized Drug Testing for all Elective and Appointive Public Officials and Employees in all offices of the Local Government Unit of Tulunan, Province of Cotabato, including the offices of its twenty-nine (29) Barangays, providing funds for its implementation and penalties for violation therefor and for other purposes. The measure was authored by Hon. Jorlito L. Patrona and Hon. Claire L. Palma.
Proposed Ordinance No. 18-2026 โ An Ordinance prohibiting the act of being topless or half-naked in public areas of the Municipality of Tulunan, Province of Cotabato, providing penalties for violation therefor and for other purposes. The ordinance was authored by Hon. Joan T. Villamor.
Proposed Ordinance No. 17-2026 โ An Ordinance banning the drinking of liquor and intoxicating beverages in public areas of the Municipality of Tulunan, Province of Cotabato, providing penalties for violation therefor and for other purposes. The ordinance was authored by Hon. Joan T. Villamor.
Proposed Ordinance No. 20-2026 โ An Ordinance Establishing the โTimbangan ng Bayanโ Project in the Municipality of Tulunan, Province of Cotabato and Appropriating Funds for the Purpose. The measure was authored by Hon. Coleen O. Dela Cruz-Gigare.
The session concluded with the continued commitment of the Sangguniang Bayan in advancing policies and ordinances aimed at promoting public welfare, accountability, and community development in the Municipality of Tulunan.