Oath-taking ceremony conducted by Soco.
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Glenn Soco, the freshly minted Cebu vice governor, officially swore in at Labogon Barangay, Mandaue City, during a low-key ceremony on June 11, 2025. The event, held at the office of Barangay Captain Helbert Nejana, was attended by close family and local officials from Labogon.
"This tradition represents a poignant reminder of my origins and the crucial role barangays play as the foundation of our government system," Soco declared.
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Krizia, his wife, stood by his side, while their five children - Glax, Gean, Gullian, Gianni, and Adelyn; father, Guillermo Soco, a former Mandaue City Councilor, and mother, Adelina, looked on as he took his oath.
The choice of Labogon for the ceremony was to express his gratitude for the barangay's continuous support since his initial term as board member in 2019.
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According to Soco's office, the outgoing board member's projects in the Sixth District included multi-purpose buildings, day care centers, barangay halls, solar street lighting, and waterworks systems. Moreover, he authored the Barangay Workers Act and secured funding for cash incentives for community workers like barangay health workers (BHWs), barangay nutrition scholars (BNS), day care workers, and tanods.
With these initiatives, Soco aimed to acknowledge the indispensable service performed by these workers in the community.
In the broader context, Soco has been actively involved in the political scene, advocating for his political alignment, collaborating with various stakeholders, and promoting a unified approach towards the development of Cebu. He has been a vocal supporter of the outgoing Governor Gwen Garcia, often standing firm during political turmoil. However, specific major projects or unique accomplishments during his tenure as Sixth District Provincial Board Member are sparsely documented in publicly available sources. This may be attributable to limited reporting or the more collaborative nature of legislative achievements.
In summary, while Glenn Soco made waves in the political landscape with a robust public presence, bringing people together, and championing community workers, there are scant detailed public records outlining significant major projects or unique achievements during his time as Sixth District Provincial Board Member. As he embarks on his new role as Vice Governor, Soco's political loyalty, commitment to the community, and focus on service remain central strengths.
- Soco's new role as Vice Governor of Cebu is rooted in his understanding of the grassroots importance of barangays, having authored the Barangay Workers Act during his tenure as a provincial board member.
- Despite limited documentation of major projects from his previous term, Soco's commitment to community workers in the Sixth District, such as barangay health workers (BHWs) and day care workers, is evident through initiatives like securing cash incentives for them.
- As the political landscape in Cebu continues to evolve, Soco's dedication to collaboration with stakeholders and advocacy for the development of Cebu remains constant, along with his focus on acknowledging the critical service provided by local workers.
