In response to the recent massive flooding affecting several barangays in Oton, Mayor Sofronio L. Fusin Jr. convened an urgent meeting with Iloilo City Mayor Raisa Treñas, former Mayor Jerry Treñas, and key officials from DPWH Region VI, including OIC-Regional Director Joel F. Limpengco and Assistant Regional Director Jose Al V. Fruto. Held at Iloilo continue reading : MAYOR FUSIN REQUESTS INTERAGENCY ACTION ON MASSIVE FLODDING IN OTON

The Local Government Unit of Oton, led by Mayor Sofronio L. Fusin Jr., continues its distribution of DSWD Family Food Packs to households affected by Typhoons Crising, Dante, and Emong. The relief efforts reached the barangays of Lambuyao, Mambog, Caboloan Sur, Caboloan Norte, Sta. Monica, Buray, San Antonio, and San Nicolas, providing much-needed support to continue reading : LGU Oton Continues Relief Distribution for Typhoon-Affected Families

A significant milestone for Oton and the Province of Iloilo as the newly completed Oton Abattoir was officially turned over and inaugurated today.The ceremony began with a solemn blessing by Fr. Elmo Montaño, followed by a ribbon cutting and formal turnover rites.Oton Mayor Hon. Sofronio L. Fuson Jr. warmly welcomed the guests and expressed his continue reading : TURNOVER AND INAUGURATION CEREMONY HELD FOR OTON ABATTOIR

Promoting the Blue Heart Campaign and Strengthening Local Efforts Against Human Trafficking In observance of National Anti-Trafficking in Persons Awareness Month, the Local Government Unit of Oton organized a community forum with the theme:“Isang Nasyon, Isang Aksyon, Tapusin ang Trafficking Ngayon.” The event also supported the Blue Heart Campaign—a global initiative by the United Nations continue reading : OTON OBSERVES NATIONAL ANTI-TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS AWARENESS MONTH

In celebration of the 47th National Disability Rights Week, Mr. Vicente Silla, Administrative Assistant V, represented Mayor Sofronio L. Fusin Jr. and delivered a message reaffirming the Municipal Government’s strong support for persons with disabilities (PWDs). The address underscored the importance of upholding the rights of PWDs in line with Republic Act No. 7277 (Magna continue reading : OTON JOINS THE 47TH NATIONAL DISABILITY RIGHTS WEEK CELEBRATION

A river clean-up activity was successfully conducted along the Batiano River, specifically at the boundary of Oton and Iloilo City, as part of a joint effort to promote environmental preservation. The initiative was made possible through the collaboration of the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (City ENRO), Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) continue reading : RIVER CLEAN-UP ACTIVITY AT BATIANO RIVER

In a proactive effort to promote youth health, safety, and inclusivity, the Local Youth Development Office (LYDO), headed by Mr. Aladin C. Fancubila, in partnership with the Ugyon Youth Organization, successfully conducted an HIV/AIDS and Teenage Pregnancy Awareness Activity. The initiative focused on educating and empowering the youth and LGBTQ+ community of Oton, emphasizing the continue reading : EMPOWERING OTON’S YOUTH THROUGH HIV/AIDS AND TEENAGE PREGNANCY AWARENESS, PROMOTING HEALTH, SAFETY AND INCLUSIVITY FOR ALL

The Local Government Unit of Oton successfully held a Gender Sensitivity Training (GST+++) on July 3–4, 2025, at Sheridan Boutique Resort, Barangay Buray, Oton, Iloilo. The two-day workshop was attended by newly hired regular, contractual, and job order employees, as well as Sangguniang Bayan members and SK Chairpersons from 37 barangays. Spearheaded by HRMO Head continue reading : LGU OTON CONDUCTS GENDER SENSITIVITY TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEES, SB MEMBERS, AND SK LEADERS

On July 5, 2025, at around 6:00 AM, Hon. Mayor Sofronio L. Fusin Jr., alongside Private Secretary III Vicente E. Silla, convened an urgent conference to address preparations for the approaching low-pressure area. During the meeting, local officials were reminded of their assigned duties and the importance of a coordinated response to ensure public safety continue reading : EMERGENCY CONFERENCE ON IMPENDING WEATHER DISTURBANCE

This July 4, 2025, the 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 (𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗢) of Oton facilitated a seminar entitled “𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗘𝗢𝗦, 𝗣𝗗𝗢𝗦/𝗣𝗠𝗢𝗦, 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆, 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶-𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗢𝗙𝗪𝘀, 𝗢𝗙𝗪 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗙𝗪 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀” with vital knowledge and tools for safe migration, financial stability, and mental well-being at continue reading : PESO OTON HOLDS SEMINAR ON SAFE MIGRATION, FINANCIAL LITERACY, AND WELLNESS FOR OFWS AND FAMILIES