BIONet Veruela - Barangay Information Officers Network News & Updates

04/09/2025

ATTENTION ALL 20 BARANGAY SECRETARIES

✅ The Legislative Document Management and Tracking System (LDMTS) is now AVAILABLE and OPERATIONAL at the Sangguniang Bayan Veruela

👉 Through this system, you can now submit Barangay Ordinances ONLINE for review and action of the SB.

🫴Benefits of the System:

✅Fast and convenient submission

✅Real-time tracking with status updates

✅Reduced paperwork & costs

✅Secure & centralized records

✅Strengthens coordination with SB

🫴All Barangay Secretaries are encouraged to use and maximize this system for faster, transparent, and efficient processing of barangay ordinances.

01/09/2025

01/09/2025

📰 VERUELA MARKS 125th CIVIL SERVICE ANNIVERSARY WITH HISTORIC LAUNCH OF GAWAD STM AWARDS

VERUELA, AGUSAN DEL SUR – The Municipality of Veruela proudly joined the nation in celebrating the 125th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary with the theme “Bawat Kawani, Lingkod Bayani: Puso, Dangal, at Galing sa Bayan.” The highlight of the month-long celebration was the grand launching of the Gawad Serbisyong Tinud-anay alang sa Malahutayong Kalambuan (STM) Awards, held at the Maasin Covered Court, Barangay Poblacion, Maasin, Veruela.

Municipal Administrator Myrna S. Mondejar, MPA opened the event with a warm welcome, setting the tone for unity and service excellence. This was followed by Ms. Rena L. Naguita, MPACS, MLGOO Veruela, who presented the Rationale and Overview of the Gawad STM Awards. She emphasized that the awards are rooted in Mayor Salimar “Loloy” Torralba Mondejar’s commitment to genuine public service and sustainable development, anchored on the 1987 Constitution, Local Government Code of 1991, and DILG programs such as SGLG, Kalinisan sa Bagong Pilipinas, and Integrity and Good Governance.

The program reached its peak with the Ceremonial Launching and Unveiling of the Official Logo, Plaque, and Trophy, led by Mayor Mondejar together with PD-DILG Agusan del Sur Arleen Ann R. Sanchez, Vice Mayor Edgar P. Brigole, department heads, Punong Barangays, and SK Chairpersons—symbolizing a united front in promoting transparency, accountability, and performance excellence.

In his keynote message, Mayor Salimar Loloy Torralba Mondejar stressed that the Civil Service celebration is more than a commemoration—it is a renewed commitment to align governance with integrity, accountability, and citizen participation. He reaffirmed his flagship vision of making Veruela the cleanest and safest municipality in the region, recognizing the crucial role of barangay officials in achieving this transformative goal.

DILG Provincial Director Arleen Ann R. Sanchez lauded the Gawad STM Awards, calling it not just a recognition program but a movement of integrity, empowerment, and transformation. She urged barangay and SK officials to embrace the awards as a mirror of performance and compass for the future, declaring: “Let us make good governance a tradition, not a trend; empower youth leadership; and transform peace and cleanliness into realities.”

The event also featured the Pledge of Commitment and Solidarity Signing, spearheaded by SB Member Sahlee Myr S. Mondejar, principal author of Municipal Ordinance No. 51, and led by Mayor Mondejar and Director Sanchez. They were joined by municipal officials, department heads, Punong Barangays, and SK Chairpersons, who altogether affirmed their dedication to the ordinance’s objectives.

The celebration concluded with Vice Mayor Edgar P. Brigole’s heartfelt closing remarks, underscoring the spirit of solidarity, unity, and shared vision for good governance and sustainable development.

✨ The launching of the Gawad STM Awards marks a milestone in Veruela’s journey toward Serbisyong Tinud-anay alang sa Malahutayong Kalambuan—strengthening the culture of service, accountability, and excellence among public servants, and setting the municipality as a model of peace, cleanliness, and progress for the region.

01/09/2025

Today Sept. 1, 2025

Strengthening Governance through Partnership and Shared Commitment

Today, Ms. Rena L. Naguita, MPACS, MLGOO of Veruela, together with the 20 Barangay Secretaries, convened for a meaningful discussion on the Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangay (SGLG-B). The session highlighted the vital role of every barangay in achieving excellence in governance, transparency, and accountability.

Equally emphasized was the Flagship Program on Safety, Peace, and Order—a cornerstone of Mayor Salimar “Loloy” Torralba Mondejar’s vision for Veruela. This initiative not only ensures a peaceful and orderly community, but also strengthens the collective resolve of barangays to protect lives, uphold harmony, and foster unity among residents.

Through the active participation of our Barangay Secretaries, the gathering became a venue of collaboration, commitment, and shared responsibility—a step closer to making Veruela one of the safest and most progressive municipalities in the region.

Truly, when barangays unite under one mission, governance becomes not just a duty—but a legacy of service for the people.

14/08/2025

BION HOLDS 1ST SEMESTER MEETING IN BRGY. ANITAP

VERUELA, AGUSAN DEL SUR — The Barangay Information Officers Network (BION) of Veruela convened its first semester meeting at the Barangay Anitap Session Hall, marking a significant step in strengthening grassroots communication and local governance.

The session featured updates on activities from each of the 20 barangays, followed by an in-depth discussion on the 7 Key Areas of Governance, upcoming projects, and other community concerns. The BION is composed of barangay secretaries, with participation from several barangay kagawads, SK chairpersons, and treasurers.

Punong Barangay Amicable formally welcomed all participants, setting a tone of cooperation and unity. The activity was facilitated by the Community Affairs Officer under the direct supervision of Mayor Salimar “Loloy” Torralba Mondejar, underscoring the municipal government’s commitment to transparent and participatory governance.

25/07/2025

25/07/2025

25/07/2025

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
Date: July 24, 2025
Subject: Accreditation Call for CSOs for Representation in Local Special Bodies

The Sangguniang Bayan of Veruela, Agusan del Sur invites all duly operating Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) within the municipality to apply for accreditation pursuant to DILG Memorandum Circular 2025-06.

Important Requirement:
CSOs must attend the CSO Conference on July 29, 2025 (Tuesday), 8:00 AM at the SB Session Hall, Municipal Hall, Veruela before their accreditation applications will be accepted.

This process ensures CSO representation in Local Special Bodies such as the Local Development Council, Local Health Board, Local School Board, and Local Peace and Order Council.

For inquiries and application guidelines, contact:
Mr. Robert B. Peliño
MCDO Designate – Municipal Agriculture Office
Mobile: 0930-846-3959 | Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

19/07/2025

Let this Sunday be a gentle reminder that rest is not laziness, peace is not weakness, and taking time to breathe is a strength. Recharge your soul, realign your purpose, and walk into the new week with grace and courage.

14/07/2025

LOOK: As of 2:00 PM today, 14 July 2025, a new Low Pressure Area (LPA 07e) is being monitored outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and has a "Medium" potential to develop into a tropical depression within the next 24 hours.

All are advised to monitor updates from Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA). (PDRRMO Agusan del Sur)