SP approves MOA with LDCU for service learning programs

THE 20th City Council, during its regular session, presided over by Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez, approved an ordinance authorizing City Mayor Rolando A. Uy to sign a revised Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Liceo de Cagayan University (LDCU) to strengthen its collaboration in delivering social action and service-learning programs focused on environmental protection, socio-economic development, education, legal services, gender development, and community health services through the City Social Welfare and Development Department (CSWD).

In a letter to the City Council, Mayor Uy highlighted the importance of the partnership in improving the quality and accessibility of education and community services for CSWD clients. He also underscored the cost-efficiency of leveraging LDCU’s expertise and resources, allowing the city to expand its specialized services without incurring substantial expenses.

Under the agreement, the CSWD will act as the primary coordinator, managing technical and administrative requirements, facilitating communication with beneficiaries and community leaders, and ensuring the smooth implementation of project activities.

 The city will also provide logistical support, including venues, equipment, and other necessary resources, and will ensure the active participation of stakeholders in seminars and activities.

LDCU, for its part, will assign a focal person to oversee coordination and provide the city with regular accomplishments and project reports. The university will develop training modules and programs, supply resource speakers, and lead the implementation of the project.

The legislation, certified as urgent by Mayor Uy, received full approval from the City Council.