Pepito gets fresh term as PCL-Cebu president

CEBU, Philippines — Running unopposed in yesterday’s election, Pepito secures another term as president of the Philippine Councilors League-Cebu Provincial Federation for three years (2025-2028).

Eyeing a possible regional win later this year, Pepito is also building momentum for a bid to become the next national president of the Philippine Councilors League.

Pepito, the number one councilor of Toledo City, was officially proclaimed to the post along with the other newly elected officers for 2025-2028 of the PCL-Cebu, as follows:

Councilor Eric Elmer Gica of Dumanjug town, elected vice president, Councilor Marvin Miralles of Pinamungajan (secretary-general), Councilor Kyle Chezka Hortelano of Tabogon (treasurer), Councilor Venice Cyrus Rebadomia of Madridejos (auditor), Councilor Oscar dela Calzada Jr. of Minglanilla (PRO), and

Councilor Amuerfino Perales of Toledo City (business manager).

Elected and proclaimed eight members of the Board of Directors are:

Councilor Dason Patric Lagon of Cordova town, Councilor Councilor Katherine Jumapao of Liloan town,

Councilor  Ashley Otadoy of Poro town, Councilor Eduardo Gullas III of Talisay City, Councilor Erwin Rosal of Bogo City, Councilor Elenito Palang of Consolacion town, Councilor Merlou Derama of Boljoon town, and Councilor Louise Marvi Loot Pinos of Daanbantayan town.

All of the elected and proclaimed officers took their oath of office before Cebu Third District Representative Karen Hope Garcia.

Re-elected PCL-Cebu president Pepito expressed gratitude for the support he received from fellow public officials as he seeks to continue his political journey within the league at the provincial level, and maybe at the national level.

Pepito, who has been at the helm of the Cebu PCL federation for years, is widely regarded by his peers as a strong contender for regional leadership, positioning him as one of the voices to watch in the league’s upcoming regional elections this November.

He also revealed to the media that, with the support of PCL chapters in Regions 6, 7, 8, and 9---deemed as the Visayas bloc---he is poised to be nominated for the national leadership of the organization in the March 2026 elections.

In his speech before fellow councilors, government officials, and guests, the re-elected president underscored unity, integrity, and people-centered leadership. “This election is not only a democratic exercise but also a testament to our shared commitment to effective and transparent governance,” he said.

Pepito also reminded fellow public servants of the challenges they face daily — from addressing the needs of their constituents to ensuring inclusive and sustainable development in their communities.

“We continue in public service not because it is easy, not because it is required, but because our people need and deserve more,” he declared. — /RAE (FREEMAN)