Tagbilaran kicks off Operation Tuli 2025
The City Government of Tagbilaran has officially begun its annual Operation Tuli 2025, delivering free circumcision services to young boys in the city’s barangays through the Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF) under the leadership of City Health Officer Dr. Jeia Pondoc.
Since its launch on May 6, the program has already served hundreds of young residents from Barangays Cogon, TipTip, Taloto, and Poblacion I.
These medical outreach activities are aimed at promoting proper hygiene and providing safe, accessible healthcare procedures for children, especially those from underprivileged families.
According to the TCPCF, this initiative not only addresses public health needs but also reinforces the city’s continuing commitment to preventive healthcare.
“Every year, we see an overwhelming response from parents and guardians. We thank the barangay health workers and volunteers who are working tirelessly with our team to make Operation Tuli a success,” says Dr. Pondoc.
The remaining barangay schedules for Operation Tuli 2025 are as follows: Barangay Manga on May 16, Booy on May 20, Ubujan on May 21, Dampas on May 23, Bool on May 27, Dao on May 29, and Cabawan on May 30.
The program continues into June with visits scheduled in Poblacion 3 on June 3, Mansasa on June 4, San Isidro on June 6, and Poblacion 2 on June 9.
The City Government urges parents to coordinate with their respective barangay health centers for registration and additional information.
With continued support from the community, Operation Tuli remains a vital public health initiative in ensuring the well-being of Tagbilaran’s youth.
Dr. Jeia Pondoc (center), head of Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility, leads a medical team in performing a circumcision on a young beneficiary during the Operation Tuli 2025 kickoff at Cogon Covered Court on May 6. The event is part of the city’s ongoing efforts to provide free, accessible healthcare services to local youth. Contributed photo
Tagbilaran welcomes new businesses
Tagbilaran City continues to thrive as a center for commerce and innovation with the opening of new businesses this week, affirming its status as one of the most dynamic and business-friendly cities in the country.
On May 5, 2025, the City Government of Tagbilaran extended its full support to the blessing and ribbon-cutting of the new branch of Sleeves Shirt Depot, a thriving local enterprise known for its wide range of printing and customization services.
The store offers full sublimation, DTF printing, embroidery, as well as printing services for tarpaulins, stickers, IDs, and lanyards-making it a one-stop shop for both personal and corporate branding needs.
Just a few days later, on May 8, 2025, the city witnessed the grand launching of the MACBIZZ App, a multi-purpose transportation and delivery platform designed to make daily services more convenient for Tagbilaranons.
The app allows users to book tricycles, food, and express deliveries, offering a one-stop digital solution for essential needs.
The City Government continues to stand behind initiatives that promote innovation and support local businesses, providing an enabling environment for entrepreneurs to grow and serve the community.
These developments underscore the city’s well-earned recognitions, including being awarded as the 2023 Most Business-Friendly City (Component City Category) by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI).
Tagbilaran was also named a Hall of Fame Awardee, an honor conferred after winning the prestigious title three times in the past five years.
The City also received the Outstanding and Business-Friendly City in the Philippines award from World Class Philippines 2023.
With its continued progress and strong governance, Tagbilaran City remains a beacon for investment, entrepreneurship, and inclusive economic growth in Central Visayas.
Mayor Jane Yap (5th from left) joins Hans Xavier Lim, CEO of Sleeves Shirt Depot (4th from right), and the store’s staff for a commemorative photo during the opening of their new branch on May 5, 2025. The event showcases the City Government’s ongoing support for local businesses and entrepreneurship in Tagbilaran. Contributed photo