City gov’t commends world-class athletes

BAGUIO CITY – This Summer Capital is truly a haven for world-class athletes and other achievers.

Mayor Mauricio Domogan and Vice-Mayor Edison Bilog and councilor Benny Bomogao led other city officials in commending Asian and World Taekwondo Poomsae champion Jeordan Dominguez and multi-awarded ultra-marathoner Marcelo Bautista in last Monday’s flag-raising ceremonies at city hall.

Dominguez, a resident of Holy Ghost Proper barangay, triumphed in the World Wushu Championships in Lima, Peru held last Sept. 29 to Oct. 2, while former Baguio General Hospital janitor Bautista bested other runners in the recent 24-hour Endurance Run in Intramuros, Manila.

Domogan pointed out that their achievements have not only brought honor to themselves and families but to the city and country as well.

“This proves once more that our beloved Baguio is home to many young people whose talents have been recognized in the national and international arena,” he said.

The local chief executive also emphasized the importance for people to avoid engaging in the “vices of man” so that we can reach our full potential and achieve the goals we have in life.

Earlier, the city government held victory motorcades for home-grown achievers including Miss International 2016 Kylie Verzosa, ONE Championship Lightweight Champion Eduard Folayang and Asian and World Wushu gold medalist Divine Wally.

Members of the city council also passed several resolutions congratulating them on their outstanding achievements.-gaby keith