Silay City, Negros Occidental – Isang Memorandum of Agreement ang pormal na nilagdaan ni Silay City Mayor Joedith C. Gallego, Negros Power President at CEO Roel Z. Castro and Vice President and COO Engr. Bailey del Castillo upang magkaroon ng legal electricity access ang mahigit sa 5,000 informal settler households ng syudad noong April 4, 2025.
Ito ay magbibigay ng ligtas na electrical connections sa mga underserved communities at papalitan ang mga illegal na mga connections at papalitan ng reliable, metered power access.
“This MOA is a testament to our shared goal of building a more secure, dignified, and sustainable future for all Silaynons,” sabi ni Mayor Gallego.
“Legal electrification is a basic right and a vital foundation for further development in these communities.”
“Under Republic Act No. 12011, Negros Power holds the franchise to operate the electric distribution system in Silay City and other areas in central Negros, empowering it to ensure equitable access to electricity regardless of land ownership status,” paliwanag ni Gallego.
