Purok Fencing Contest

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The Purok Fencing Contest has a big part and significance in relation to the town’s festivity, to orderly manage the environmental assets of the community, through giving procedures and implementing environmental policies. The said contest was applicable exclusively for the two barangays in the urban area. The actual evaluation segment was manifested last August 20, 2009, barangay Alambique was the first to undergo evaluation procedures containing of 6 puroks, the area was observed its cleanliness and orderliness during the day.

The evaluators were four (4) municipal officials from different departments, namely Marcelino Verano, Marilyn Perral, Rosalina Sering and Ersalito Babia sanitary aide. The basis for judging is simply cleanliness and orderliness of the area, depending on how ideal and creative they are which adds fine ambiance. A good environment is a replica of the town. The clean and green program has an important role through implementation of environmental policies. Every barangay chapters particularly the puroks must be observant and conscious and most importantly environment friendly.

After barangay Alambique was observed, came barangay Ipil, containing 6 puroks, majority of them lived near the creeks surrounded by nipa trees which are prone to floods. Eventually, the human wastes were found not in proper place due to lack of knowledge and funds for the preservation of environment. Establishment of barangay purok is undertaken by some responsible officials who managed to improve the surroundings. The simplest form of conservation is self-discipline in order to attain immediate recovery from environmental problems establishing programs that will encourage the folks to properly manage their lifestyle.

Town Fiesta 2009 Awarding Night

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Gigaquit
August 28, 2009

The most essential part in celebrating different kinds of affair is the awarding ceremony which everybody waits as a result of achieving fulfillment. The awarding night was scheduled on the day of the festivity last August 28, 2009 at the Municipal Multipurpose Bldg., conducted by the Mayors Office Department under the leadership. Alvin Egay, Administrative Officer together with the SK President Vanessa Jane Go. This was participated by the selected municipal officials and the chief executive of the town Hon. Carlos M. Egay, who gave message to individuals and participating teams.

Below are the winners who would receive special prizes and certificates of recognition/appreciations in behalf of giving and sharing efforts. The said recognition was given especially to the barangay captains for truly giving time and effort and to the public for responding properly in due time of the festivity. Cash prizes are dependable to the budgetary allotment form different categories of the activities through sponsoring assistance coordinated by the LGU-Gigaquit for actual implementation.

PRESENTATION OF WINNERS

1. Purok Fencing Contest

Barangay Alambique - Consolations - Purok 2 & 1
3rd Prize - Purok 4
2nd Prize - Purok 6
1st Prize - Purok 3

Barangay Ipil - 3rd Prize - Purok 3
2nd Prize - Purok 2
1st Prize - Purok 1


2. 3rd ROMARATE BASKETBALL CUP

Barangay Poniente - 5th Place
Barangay Camboayon - 4th Place
Barangay San Isidro - 3rd Place
Barangay Alambique - 2nd Place
Barangay Ipil - 1st Place


3. Drum and Lyre Competition

Taganito National High School - 3rd Place
Gigaquit National School of Home Industries - 2nd Place
Claver National High School - 1st Place

“A walk for a cause”

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Gigaquit
August 19, 2009

Another year has come in celebrating the towns annual festivity through its 159th fiesta celebration honoring Patron Saint Augustine every 28th day of August. This festivity is not only a time for celebration but most importantly a time for expressing our heartfelt gratitude to the Almighty God for giving us an opportunity to celebrate for the graces He bestowed upon all Gigaquitnons.

It has been a tradition and Filipino culture to celebrate in spite of the present global economic crisis that our country is facing nowadays, still we show much fun and happiness because of the Filipinos optimistic behavior.

The Local Government Unit of Gigaquit conceptualized varied fiesta activities to make this celebration more meaningful and enjoyable . . . that will be cherished by everyone like . . . Walk for cause activity, Inter- barangay basketball tournament, Boxing, Variety Show, Mutya ng Parokya, Field demonstration and Search for Miss Gigaquit Coronation night aside from important novena masses and other religious activities of the Catholic Parish. This year’s activity is under the leadership of appointed season director Dra. Elvira Egay PH.D.

“A walk for a cause” was a great event wherein many townspeople came together in one journey. It received positive responses from the masses, joining the true essence of friendship and camaraderie towards others. The sponsoring groups played an important role catering and organizing to make the activity more enjoyable and fun.

It was scheduled last August 19, 2009 Wednesday at 6am after novena mass as part of the religious activity. The participating individuals assembled at the church quadrangle. The destination area was at the point of Barangay San Isidro along the provincial road. There was an admission fee worth 50 pesos but not mandatory, only for those willing and wanted to have breakfast and snacks as well.

The activity itself showed the unity and solidarity of Gigaquitnons. It raised funds wherein the proceeds will be for the various projects of the Parish.

“2nd Mayor Carlos M. Egay Amateur Boxing Tournament”

Gigaquit
August 23, 2009

Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao is idolized by most people in the world. Considered to be the pride of every Filipino, his ability and strong determination is a good motivation to those who want to follow his journey to success.



Here in Gigaquit, we have potential fighters who actively patronize boxing. Hence, the “2nd Mayor Carlos M. Egay amateur boxing tournament” was organized for those who wanted to experience being inside the ring. It was held at the Municipal Multi-Purpose Bldg. last August 23, 2009. It was participated by 13 barangays each with a maximum of 2-3 contingents. The final 14 pairings was divided into two sets and were drawn by lot for them to know their opponenets. Two hired round girls added the entertainment of the night.


The general admission ticket was P50 per person, while the ring side seats were charged P100. All tickets were sold out during that evening. The boxing coordinator Mr. Bong Eupeña was surprised for the full support and participation of all male Gigaquitnons. Like in every game, there always be a winner and loser ...each of the latter received consolations worth P400 while the winners got P500 each.

The excited audience

The hired officiates for the event duly administered the selection and judging process. That was a risky activity but this kind of occasion brought nothing less than total excitement to all Gigaquitnons. It inculcated in the minds of the audience that every trial is like a fight, we may fall sometimes but in the end we could be among the best fighters. Life is so amazing!

  The boxing officials


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"Cong. Romarate Basketball Tournament 2009”

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Sportsfest is the highest form of enjoyment for adventurous sports lovers. Basketball is considered to be the most popular sport of all time globally. That is why the fiesta basketball tournament easily turned to reality through the sponsorship by 2nd District Congressman Guillermo Romarate, Jr., in cooperation with the Gigaquit Local Government Unit. The energetic LGU personnel made this a fully enjoyable occasion and gave opportunity to those individuals capable of showing their athletic prowess.

There were 10 participating teams from different barangays. During the opening of the said tournament, each team provided a muse to add color during the parade. The muses projected themselves during the presentation of the barangay teams as they ramp on stage at the basketball quadrangle. Miss Aireen Sebial representing barangay Villafranca was declared as winner, being the favorite of the audience.

The game proper started last August 15, 2009. It was scheduled every weekend of the following weeks. It was hosted by the Mayors Office through the leadership of Mr. Alvin Egay as the basketball coordinator. He received able assistance as a game will not be exciting without the help of some hired referees and officiates. Every team showed tenacity to win and get the prize but eventually only one team would be declared as Champion.

As the game went further for its final week last August 21, 2009, Barangay Ipil and Alambique fought for championship. The strong Barangay Ipil team won as what have been expected. They have been winning for the last consecutive years. Their continuous success is a great pride of their barangay and a good motivation among young boys in their locality. May we congratulate the Barangay Ipil team and officials for actively participate and winning the prize. Keep it up folks!

Town Fiesta 2009 Opening Program

Gigaquit
August 25, 2009

Like in every occasion, there will always opening in different ways at different events. Since we had been celebrating our festivity, we are grateful to conduct an opening program for the representation of the incoming events and activities befitting a fiesta celebration.

The first part was held last August 25, 2009 at the Municipal Plaza beginning with a parade participated by the municipal and barangay personnel, students from secondary and elementary level, all teaching staffs, contingents from Claver and Taganito National High School, Mutya ng Parokya candidates, GCES Little King and Queen and candidates for Miss Gigaquit 2009. To officially open the celebration, a ribbon cutting was done headed by our Mayor assisted by the Vice-Mayor, SB Members, Mutya ng Parokya and Ms. Gigaquit 2009. The candidates for the Mutya ng Parokya, and Ms. Gigaquit were presented. Followed by some sponsoring groups and BEC leaders and the GCES Little King and Queen Candidates.

The highlight of the occassion was the Drum and Lyre Competition participated by three secondary schools from Claver, Taganito and Gigaquit contingents. They gave their whole best as if that is the last performance in their entire lives. They conquered the huge crowed evoking mixed emotions, tensions and anticipations. The judging is based on their ability and organization as a team. The Claver National High School possessed the best winning appearance and declared as winner. Their choreography was almost perfect and the ability of the performers are also good compared to others. The second prize went out to our contingent the GNSHIans who produced resourcefulness and creativity. Meanwhile the third prize went to Taganito High, the funniest performance ever happened who brought joy to the audience and to the judges because of its uniqueness.

There’s a saying that goes ”it doesn’t matter if you win or lose, what matters most is how you play the game”. It is a good motivation to individuals who’s joining different affairs as this enables them to fully understand the true essence of a game. The event would not be realized and possibly wasted without their the participation of all the contingents.

On the same day, the second part of the program was a “variety show” that showcased the importance of nature. Specifically, the aquatic resources served as the motif and the main course of the celebration. The show has big significance and revelation on what’s already happening to our environment. In many cases, lots of environmental problems have existed caused by cruelty of men searching for mineral resources. Through this event we captured the message and meaning by the actions of the performers. It also showed causes and effects of environmental problems and the effective solutions.

The performers were selected GNSHIans and Augustinian dancers, choreographed by Romel Asilum. Selected teaching staff in various elementary schools headed by the District Supervisor Carmencita Naldoza also showed their talents in acting by portraying ways on how a man proposes marriage. The government employees under the leadership of our Mayor Carlos M. Egay also showed their talent in singing the new released Gigaquit Hymn instructed by Dr. Roland Mira, the Municipal Health Officer.

The activity was positively responded by the public specially students from different school level and municipal and barangay officials. Admission fee was only P20, not totally a burden to anyone for it was just a small amount. The collectible amount will proceed to the various projects in the municipality.