Council convenes to review cultural plan
Talisay City, Negros Occidental — In a major effort to safeguard local heritage and elevate the creative sector, the Talisay City Arts and Culture Council convened on Wednesday, October 21, to review the proposed Three-Year Cultural Development Plan for Talisay City (2027–2029).
Presided over by Assistant City Administrator Ismael Penado, the strategic meeting brought together key stakeholders from local government offices, the education sector, civil society organizations, and the artistic community to align programs, policies, and long-term initiatives geared toward preserving Talisay's cultural identity.
Multi-sectoral collaboration and council roster
The session provided a collaborative platform to ensure that local art development, historical preservation, and cultural education are seamlessly integrated across municipal departments and civil society:
- Legislative leadership — Sangguniang Panlungsod Members Wilfred Malan and Emmanuel Ebro.