Keeping the Pedal to the Metal: Thadeo "Jonkie" Ouano's Continuation of Mandaue City's Development Projects
Ouano affirms commitment to completing Cortes' initiatives
Get ready for Mandaue City's continued growth and development as Mayor-elect Thadeo "Jonkie" Ouano sets his sights on some significant projects. Here's the lowdown on these projects, their funding strategies, timelines, and the collaboration that it'll take to make them a reality:
Projects and Goals
- Mandaue City College Campus: With visions of a superior educational environment in mind, the construction of a brand-new campus for Mandaue City College, first proposed in Barangay Paknaan, awaits approval.[1][3] However, former Mayor Jonas Cortes prefers that the campus be built in Barangay Looc.[3]
- Mandaue City Hospital: With an aim to boost healthcare services for the city, plans for a new, roomier hospital are in the works, set to rise in Barangay Centro.[1][5]
- Sports Oval and Government Center: The ongoing developments of a sports oval and a government center will roll on, promising improvements for city facilities.[1]
- Housing Projects: A component of the ongoing initiatives intends to enhance living conditions for Mandaue City residents by boosting these projects.[1]
Finances
- Local Budget: The city's current P4.5 billion budget is allocated for these initiatives. If more funding is required, Ouano plans to solicit help from the National Government.[1][2]
- National Aid: Joining forces with national authorities and agencies is expected to be key to ensuring these projects' completion.[5]
Timeframe
- These projects are slated to move forward as Ouano assumes office in July 2025. As of now, specific deadlines for project completion haven't been outlined yet. Ouano plans to review the city's budget and seek national support if necessary to hit those targets.[1][5]
Collaborative Efforts
- Mayor-elect Ouano and Vice Mayor-elect Bercede: Despite political differences, Vice Mayor-elect Glenn Bercede stands ready to team up with Ouano for the greater good of Mandaue City.[1]
- Interagency Synergy: In light of his intention to seek national government support, Ouano's plan hints at an effort to engage various government agencies for the success of these projects.[5]
Additional Steps
- Financial Review: In a bid for transparency, Ouano intends to carry out a financial audit of Mandaue City's finances to optimize project funding.[2]
All in all, these projects seek to enhance education, healthcare, and infrastructure within Mandaue City, with a focus on cooperation and optimal financial management. Stay tuned for more updates on the City's development journey!
- The upcoming Mayor of Mandaue City, Thadeo "Jonkie" Ouano, plans to continue the development of Mandaue City, focusing not only on infrastructure but also on education and healthcare, such as the construction of a new Mandaue City College campus and a larger hospital.
- In order to achieve these goals, Ouano will collaborate with the national government for additional funding, as well as work alongside Vice Mayor-elect Glenn Bercede for the betterment of Mandaue City.
- The timeline for these projects' completion is yet to be solidified, but Ouano aims to review the city's budget and seek national support to hit those targets, while also performing a financial audit of Mandaue City's finances for optimal project funding. These initiatives aim to improve education, healthcare, and infrastructure within the city, emphasizing cooperation and effective financial management.
