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TACEA Finalizes "Candy Wonderland" Christmas Party; Mayor Pledges Full Support

Tacurong City – The Tacurong City Employees Association (TACEA) Executive and Council of Representatives (CORe) finalized plans for the highly anticipated 2025 Local Government Unit (LGU) Christmas Party and approved key measures for employee welfare, including an SSS voluntary deduction scheme and streamlined retirement benefits, during a committee meeting with City Mayor Lina O. Montilla, PhD.

The meeting, led by TACEA President Ms. Yvonne Bautista, locked in the details for the 2025 LGU CHRISTMAS PARTY. The celebration is scheduled for Friday, December 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM at the City Hall Grounds. The theme for this year's event is “Candy Wonderland: A Sweet Christmas Adventure.” Mayor Montilla expressed her full commitment to the event, ensuring a successful celebration for all city personnel.

In a move to enhance employee convenience, the body was informed that a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between TACEA and the Social Security System (SSS) is forthcoming, which will allow Regular and Casual Employees to opt for voluntary SSS contribution deductions directly from their salaries.

Furthermore, TACEA presented and secured approval for a proposal to streamline the collection of Advance Retirement Benefits by deducting the remaining amount from each employee's bonuses on an installment basis.

TACEA President Yvonne Bautista stated, “We are thankful that the City Mayor is fully supporting our association's activities, especially the Christmas Party, which is a highly anticipated event for our employees. Furthermore, the approved SSS MOA and the retirement benefits plan are testaments to TACEA's commitment to enhancing the welfare and convenience of all city government personnel.”

The MOA signing with the SSS is targeted to take place during a Monday Flag Raising Ceremony to ensure maximum visibility for the new employee benefit. Other matters discussed included the approval of a resolution naming Vice President Kadil as the Alternate Signatory for the association and an update on the Public Sector Employees Alliance of SOCCSKSARGEN (PSEAS).

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TACEA Launches Successful LGU Inter-Office Palaro and Socio-Cultural 2025

TACURONG CITY – The Tacurong City Employees Association (TACEA) successfully spearheaded the LGU Inter-Office Palaro and Socio-Cultural (LIPS) 2025 on October 23-24, 2025, at the Tacurong City Cultural and Sports Center.

The event, which celebrated unity under the theme "Together We Play, Together We Grow," featured enthusiastic competition among six teams: the Blue Marlins, Black Mambas, Orange Tigers, Yellow Dragons, Green Archers, and Red Griffins.

City Mayor Hon. Lina O. Montilla, PhD, showed her full support for the event, attending the opening program alongside Vice Mayor Atty. Ralen Tabusares-Bernardo. Mayor Montilla emphasized that the games are vital for building camaraderie and wellness among City Government employees.

The two-day activity was hailed as a great success in fostering teamwork and sportsmanship across the local government offices.

Photo credit: City Government of Tacurong

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TACURONG’S FINEST VOICES SHINE AT KANTAHAN NG KABATAAN FINALS

TACURONG CITY – Young singers from various public and private schools in Tacurong City showcased their exceptional talents at the highly anticipated “Kantahan ng Kabataan” inter-school finals held yesterday, September 12, 2025, at the Tacurong City Cultural and Sports Center.

The final round saw representatives from participating schools compete for top honors after a series of intense elimination rounds. The competition, spearheaded by the Tacurong City Employees Association (TACEA) with Ms. Yvone Bautista as Chairperson and Mr. Daryl Bermudez as Co-chairperson, began with the blind auditions last September 1, 2025.

In the finals, contestants from both the Children's and Youth categories first went through the Battle Rounds. Winners from this round were then cut to the top five for the Solo Performance. The judges then selected the top three from each category, who had to perform a medley of their chosen singer/artist.

Mary Jan Antoneet B. Fresco of St. John Early Learning Center Inc. was crowned champion in the Children's Category, bringing home a P10,000 cash prize. She was followed by Jacovah Franchezka G. Dela Victoria of Tacurong National High School (1st runner-up, P7,000) and Rhian R. Silla of VMC Asian College Foundation Inc. (2nd runner-up, P5,000).

In the Youth Category, Rachele E. Obas of South Central Mindanao College of Science and Technology was declared the champion, winning the P10,000 grand prize. Shiena Marie C. Nemis of Tacurong National High School placed 1st runner-up, while Chadie Blanco, also from South Central Mindanao College of Science and Technology, was the 2nd runner-up. All finalists received a P2,000 consolation prize.

Hon. Ma. Cora Sebastian Montilla represented City Mayor Hon. Lina O. Montilla, Ph.D., and delivered a message to the young performers and attendees. The event's welcome address was given by Hon. Raphy Lacson. The competition aims to discover and hone the musical talents of students in the city.

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📸:Public Information Section City of Tacurong

Congratulations to our very own City Mayor Lina O. Montilla, PhD, for being voted as the Deputy Secretary General for Mindanao at the League of Cities of the Philippines!

Mayor Montilla's new role is a testament to her dedication and leadership, and it will undoubtedly bring honor and representation to Tacurong City on a national level.

This new position strengthens our city's voice and influence, helping to push for programs and policies that will benefit not only Tacurong but the entire Mindanao region.

Congratulations, City Mayor Inday Lina Ortizo Montilla, PhD for being voted as the Deputy Secretary General for Mindanao during the League of Cities of the Philippines’ 75th General Assembly and Election of New Officers held in Pasay City on August 7-8, 2025.

This impressive feat is proof that you are trusted by your fellow city mayors, thanks largely to your record of honest public service and excellent governance during the several terms you were local chief executive of Tacurong.

TACEA Kicks Off New Term with ExeCoR Meeting, Gears Up for Talakudong Festival and LIPS

TACURONG CITY – The Tacurong City Employees Association (TACEA) has officially begun its new term, holding its first Executive Committee (ExeCoR) meeting with its new set of officers and Council of Representatives. Led by TACEA President Ms. Yvonne S. Bautista, the meeting served as a platform to outline upcoming activities and address key concerns.

Among the highlights of the discussion was TACEA's role in the upcoming 25th Talakudong Festival. In a promising start for the new leadership, the association will spearhead the "Kantahan ng Kabataan" event, a significant contribution to the city's annual celebration.

The meeting also focused on the preparation for the LGU Inter-office Palaro and Socio-Cultural (LIPS), on October 23-24, 2025. This highly anticipated event fosters camaraderie and sportsmanship among city government employees.

Additionally, the ExeCoR meeting addressed various issues and concerns that were raised during the recent TACEA General Assembly, ensuring that the new administration is responsive to the needs and welfare of its members.

This initial meeting signals a proactive start for the new TACEA leadership, setting a clear path for a term filled with engaging activities and a commitment to serving the interests of its members.

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TACEA Holds Oath-Taking Ceremony for Newly Elected Officers

TACURONG CITY - The Tacurong City Employees Association (TACEA) conducted its oath-taking ceremony for the newly elected officers last Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the Tacurong City Cultural and Sports Center.

The oath was administered by the Honorable Mayor Lina O. Montilla, PhD.
Mayor Montilla congratulated the new set of officers during her address and pledged to collaborate with the association for the benefit and welfare of the city's employees.

The newly elected officers of TACEA are as follows:
President: Yvonne S. Bautista
Vice President: Yael Barroquillo Kadil, DVM
Secretary: Mark Ryan Quinto, MBA
Treasurer: Ma. Theresa T. Hallegado, MPA
Asst. Treasurer: Krystal Gaye T. Perlado, MPA
Auditor: Jan Michael Angelo R. Villaraiz
PRO: Daryl P. Bermudez
Business Managers:
Charro B. Muyco, RSW, RPm
Ralph Jordan, MICB, RCA
Sergeant-at-Arms:
Jade Fatima D. Arzagon
Keveyn Gauden C. Travilla, MPA.

In her message, the newly elected TACEA President, Yvonne S. Bautista, expressed her gratitude for the trust and confidence placed upon them and vowed to serve the members with dedication and integrity in the coming term.

📸: Tri Media Section, LGU TACURONG CITY

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