Magallanes, Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo towns of Cavite seal pact with Meralco to energize partnerships

The municipal governments of Magallanes and Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo towns of Cavite each signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Meralco for the Energizing Partnerships Program (EPP), with the goal of spurring progress through joint initiatives with the country’s largest power utility.

In his speech during the signing ceremony, Meralco Vice President and Head of Home MicroBiz (HMB)-South Business Area, Ferdinand O. Geluz, said that the EPP is in line with Meralco Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan’s goal to make the Philippines globally competitive and once again become known as the Perlas ng Silangan (Pearl of the Orient).

For her part, Magallanes Mayor Jasmin Angelli M. Bautista underscored the importance of private-public partnerships to grow the local economy – as it will help LGUs rise from mediocrity to enable excellent progress and improved living conditions of their constituents. She said that the LGU and Meralco share the same mission, that is, to serve the people.

Gen. E. Aguinaldo Mayor Danilo M. Bencito, meantime, said the MOU is important in strengthening the LGU’s partnership with Meralco. He thanked the latter for being a partner for growth, and promised to help and support its programs and initiatives.

In photo after the EPP-MoU signing ceremony are: Magallanes Vice Mayor Renato M. Dimapili; Meralco Manager, Dasmariñas-Tagaytay Business Center Edgardo B. Caldo; Meralco VP & Head of HMB-South Business Area Ferdinand O. Geluz; Gen. E. Aguinaldo Mayor Danilo M. Bencito; Magallanes Mayor Jasmin Angelli M. Bautista; Meralco Vice President and Head, South Distribution Services Bernard H. Castro; Meralco Assistant Vice President and Head, Dasmariñas Sector Gary F. Festin; and Gen. E. Aguinald. Vice Mayor Louel G. Golfo.