Jessa Flores-Mier

14/04/2026

Good news to all income tax payers. 🙌

Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 030-2026
Subject: Extension of the deadline for the Filing of 2025 Annual Income Tax Returns and Payment of the Corresponding Taxes Due Thereon Including Submission of Required Attachments

08/04/2026

Good afternoon my fellow Argaowanons.

Greetings of Peace to all.

Just this morning, the Public Page of our local government unit of Argao (LGU-Argao) posted by way of cascading the DILG directive cm advisory on the following subject matters, to wit:

1) Prohibiting Public Drinking;
2) Prohibition on being half-naked in public places;
3) Prohibiting Videoke activities beyond 10pm;
4) Prohibition on Loitering of Minors;

This posting of LGU-Argao has generated queries channeled to my own public page. In this regard, allow me to express the following:

a) It is my sound belief that LGU-Argao merely re-echoed the directive cm advisory of DILG;
b) As far as regulating the operation and/or activities of Videokes in Argao, let it be known that there is already an existing local law or ordinance regulating the same with respect to time as well as volume pitch of the sound emanating therefrom;
c) Further, we have also a local law or ordinance on child protection and/or child rescue that addresses on loitering of minors during crucial period of time in the late evening up to the wee hours of the morning. This was authored by our ever dynamic and very active SB Member, Hon. Atty. Annabelle "Bootsie" Almirante-Birondo. In fact, this ordinance has been put into effect and being implemented already thru our local MSWDO and local PNP;
4) Albeit on prohibition on public drinking or drinking in public places, there is NO known law or ordinance that prohibits on drinking of intoxicating beverages (ilimnon nga makahubog) in public places. Our local ordinance existing is on the effect of drunkenness and certain violations as consequence thereof and NOT specifically on the prohibition of drinking (on intoxicating beverages) in public places. Usually, drinking in public places is prohibited day before and day after Election Day and during observance of All Souls Day. Laws on regulation and prohibition on certain conduct of the citizens is innate to what we call Police Power of the State, the other two inherent powers being the power of taxation and power of eminent domain. However, if there is NO law or local ordinance regulating/prohibiting certain conduct or actions or even omission of an act, then there is NO violation to speak of in the first place and No corresponding penalty is warranted.
d) The same manifestation is true and applicable with respect to being half-naked in public places.

Having stated the above, and by way of emphasis, there is NO known national law or local ordinance that categorically prohibits public drinking or drinking of intoxicating beverages in public places. However, you are just reminded that when you drink intoxicating beverages do it in moderation and make sure you do not commit offenses or felonies defined and penalized under the Revised Penal Code, as amended, and/or the other Special Penal Laws. It is just a reminder by DILG that most often than not, when you drink to much beyond moderation and capacity, you lower your guard and all inhibitions that would lead to committing offenses and/or felonies punishable by law.

I sincerely hope that this humble discussion has help in one way or the other in understanding the impact of the recent DILG directive cm advisory that was re-echoed by our LGU.

Thank you and good day to all of us.

08/04/2026

Yesterday's 1st Regular Session for the month of April while celebrating my natal day. 🥳 Thank you vice Orvi Gelbolingo Ortega for the birthday cake. 🤗 Thank you also to everyone who took the time to greet me. I may not be able to reply to all of you but know that I appreciate you all. 😊 Wishing and praying that all the difficulties we are facing now will end soon. 🙏

06/04/2026

⚠️PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT⚠️

Aron malikayan ang pagkaputol sa kuryente ug masiguro ang kaluwasan sa tanan, ang publiko labina ang mga kabataan, hugot nga ginadasig nga likayan ang pagpalupad og tabanog duol sa mga linya sa kuryente sa NGCP, mga poste sa kuryente, transmission towers, ug pylons.

Ang mga tabanog ug ilang pisi, labi na kung hinimo sa metal o mabasa, mahimong hinungdan sa brownout, kadaot sa ekipo sa kurente, o seryosong aksidente sama sa pagkuryente kung kini masangit o ma-igo sa mga wirings niini.

Alang sa mas luwas nga komunidad, pwede magtabanog adto sa lapad ug hawan nga lugar nga layo sa bisan unsang istruktura sa kuryente.

Magtinabangay kita aron mapadayon ang kaluwasan sa atong palibot.

Daghang salamat sa inyong kooperasyon.

05/04/2026

Kini ang adlaw nga gihimo sa Ginoo. Magsadya kita ug magmaya. 🎶🎶

Happy Easter Sunday everyone! 🙏

02/04/2026

| Archdiocesan Shrine of St. Michael the Archangel

The Archdiocesan Shrine of St. Michael the Archangel in Argao is one of the well-preserved heritage churches in southern Cebu, recognized for its historical and cultural significance. Built during the Spanish colonial period, the church features classic stone masonry and architectural details that reflect the craftsmanship of its time, making it a frequent stop in heritage and cultural tours in the province.

The church remains a central place of worship in Argao and continues to host regular religious services and parish activities.

25/03/2026

ARGAO LGU OPENS APPLICATION FOR ISLAC PROGRAM FOR GRADE 12 STUDENTS

The Local Government Unit (LGU) of Argao has officially opened applications for the Argaowanon International Student Loan Assistance Program (ISLAC), offering Grade 12 students an opportunity to pursue further education abroad, particularly in Taiwan.

Eligible applicants include all Grade 12 students currently enrolled in schools within the municipality. Interested students are advised to visit their respective school’s Principal’s Office to enlist and formally signify their intention to apply for the program.

An orientation for all listed applicants will be conducted, with the schedule set to be announced in April.

The ISLAC program aims to support aspiring Argawanon students in accessing international education opportunities, contributing to their academic growth and global competitiveness.

08/03/2026

Today we celebrate the annual International Women's day to honor women's role in society, and advocate for gender sensitivity and equality. Let this day be a reminder for us to continue our fight against discrimination and gender-stereotyping. Padayon lang, laban kababayen-an. 💪💁‍♀️

08/03/2026

Happiest Birthday Mayor Allan. Wishing you good health and more blessings to come. 🥳

Happy Birthday, Mayor Allan Sesaldo! Your resilience and proactive spirit have always inspired every Argawanon. May life reward you with continued success, joy, and countless blessings.

20/02/2026

Congratulations LGU-Argao headed by Mayor Allan Sesaldo and Vice Mayor Orvi Ortega for getting the High functional rating in the 2025 ADAC Performance Audit. Congratulations as well to our MADAC Focal Person, Ms. Khayrr Jakosalem, and the rest of the MADAC team for a job well done. ❣️

10/02/2026

Public hearing this Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. See details below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

P A H I B A L O ❗️

Ang Office of the Sangguniang Bayan adunay ipahigayon nga PUBLIC HEARING kabahin sa mga sumusunod nga ordinansa:

1️⃣ AN ORDINANCE INSTITUTIONALIZING THE “CLEAN AS YOU GO” (CLAYGO) POLICY IN ALL PUBLIC AND PRIVATE ESTABLISHMENTS, GOVERNMENT OFFICES, PARKS, SCHOOLS, AND EVENTS WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF ARGAO, CEBU, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF
2️⃣AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE UNIFIED QUICK RESPONSE ACCESS AND LOCATOR SYSTEM WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF ARGAO, CEBU, PRESCRIBING PENALTY FOR VIOLATION AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREOF
3️⃣AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE “SEAL OF EXCELLENCE FOR ARGAO PRODUCTS AND SERVICES,” CREATING AN INTER-AGENCY REGULATORY AND ACCREDITING BODY, PROVIDING GUIDELINES FOR ITS IMPLEMENTATION, PRESCRIBING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION AND PROVIDING FUNDS THEREOF
4️⃣AN ORDINANCE GOVERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OF COCKPIT, REGULATING COCKFIGHTING AND IMPOSING FEES THEREOF IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF ARGAO, CEBU THEREBY REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 16-1994, CHAPTER III OF ORDINANCE NO. 64 OR THE ARGAO REVISED REVENUE CODE 2003 ON THE OPERATION OF COCKPITS, ORDINANCE NO. 80-2013 AND ORDINANCE 144-2017

Mga Detalye sa Public Hearing:
📆: Huwebes, February 12, 2026
⏰: 1:00 P.M. onwards
🏬: Argao Sports Complex

Alang sa kopya sa tibook ordinansa, palihug tag click and download ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EoHZJ4Hhe7zv5afstZoA5U6nYXO2aQx1

Giawhag ang tanang indibidwal ug grupo kansang interes maapektohan niini nga mga ordinansa sa pag tambong ug pag-apil. Ang inyong pag tambong ug paghatag og feedback mahinungdanon kaayo sa proseso sa paghimog desisyon kalabot niining importanteng lokal nga mga balaod.