Small budget won't spoil Lapu-Lapu street party

CEBU, Philippines - A small budget will not affect the preparations for this year's hosting of the first "Kadaugan Street Party" on April 30, said Lapu-Lapu City Councilor Harry Don Radaza, one of the prime movers of this affair.

Also at yesterday's meeting were the members of the Federation of Auto Clubs in Cebu who have signified their intention to join the party.

Radaza said the support of the auto club enthusiasts will add color to the celebration.

Radaza said the P400,000 budget for the party was taken from the Lapu-Lapu City Tourism and Historical Affairs Commission budget.

"Bisan tuod ug gamay ra kaayo kining atong budget, apan naningkamot gayud kita nga mahimong magmalampuson kining maong kalihukan," said Radaza.

Radaza said the street party will feature street dancing, live bands, free concerts, a Volkswagen Car Show, Car Audio Bass contest, tricycle contest, gourmet walk with the participation of resorts and hotels.

Radaza said radio Y101 FM will help promote the celebration.

The city councilor said the public will be given a chance to witness the exhibit of the different kind of vehicles.

Highlights in this year's Kadaugan Street Party includes the Rampada, street dancing samba parade, free concerts featuring Power Spoonz, PG18, Live Divides, New Z10M zound merge. – (FREEMAN)