Cong. Edgar Chatto (2nd from left) led the groundbreaking of a road concreting project in Brgy. Libertad, Baclayon on July 26, 2024. He was joined by Engr. Liezl Dolorican of the Construction Division and Engr. John Ballares of the Planning Division of the Department of Public Works and Highways as well as municipal councilors Derwin Cuajao, Francis Florfin Abay-abay, Romulo Caballo along with barangay officials led by Brgy. Capt. Gregorio Pag-ong, former brgy. kapitan Dexter Buagas and representatives of Impreza Construction Services. Contributed photo

Beneficiaries of the “Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program” (AKAP) from the first district received their assistance during a payout on July 26, 2024 at the Camp Bernido Multi-Purpose Building. Cong. Edgar Chatto (front row, center) led the turnover of the financial assistance along with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), the implementing arm of the program. It can be recalled that AKAP was launched in Bohol during the first state visit of President Bongbong Marcos last June 28. The payout completes the batch of beneficiaries of the program for the poor, near poor and low income workers who are affected by present financial challenges. Chatto expressed hope that the assistance will be of significant help to the beneficiaries. Col. Edwin Paredes (front row, left) of the 702nd Community Defense Center and Atty. Abel Damalerio (front row, right) were also present during the activity. Contributed photo