Provincial Awards | Municipality of Saint Bernard

Certificate of Appreciation

(For the invaluable support during the conduct of the Refresher Course/Retooling for C/MAFC Chairpersons and Coordinators)

The Certificate of Appreciation awarded to LGU-Saint Bernard recognizes the local government’s invaluable support during the conduct of the Refresher Course/Retooling for C/MAFC Chairpersons and Coordinators held on December 17-18, 2025. This distinction, presented at Kissbone Cove Clubhouse and Beach Resort in Brgy. Magbagacay, Saint Bernard, honors the municipality’s remarkable participation and the skills demonstrated in advocating for the development of the agricultural and fisheries industry in the province. The certificate was officially given on December 18, 2025, and signed by Irwin G. Sy, OIC-Provincial Agriculturist, and Damian G. Mercado, Provincial Governor. This award serves as a testament to LGU-Saint Bernard’s active commitment to provincial agricultural progress and its successful hosting of essential industry retooling programs.

Plaque of Recognition

(For its outstanding performance and for obtaining an overall HIGH FUNCTIONALITY ADJECTIVAL RATING in the 2025 ANTI-DRUG ABUSE COUNCIL (ADAC) PERFORMANCE AUDIT AND AWARDS)

The Plaque of Recognition awarded to the Municipality of Saint Bernard honors the town’s exceptional commitment to public safety and proactive governance by achieving an overall High Functionality Adjectival Rating in the 2025 Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) Performance Audit and Awards. This distinction, presented on December 10, 2025, during the 4th Provincial Peace and Development Awards in Maasin City, Southern Leyte, recognizes the municipality’s outstanding efforts in combating illegal drugs within the community. The award was issued by the Province of Southern Leyte in coordination with the Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Southern Leyte Provincial Office. Signed by Provincial Governor Damian G. Mercado and DILG Provincial Director Danilo A. Laguitan, this plaque serves as a formal testament to the effective leadership and dedicated service of the local government in maintaining peace, order, and a drug-free municipality.

Plaque of Recognition

(For obtaining an overall High Functionality Adjectival Rating
in the Peace and Order Council (POC) Performance Audit for 2025)

The Plaque of Recognition awarded to the Municipality of Saint Bernard honors the town’s exceptional commitment to public safety and governance by achieving an overall High Functionality Adjectival Rating in the Peace and Order Council (POC) Performance Audit for 2025. This distinction, presented on December 10, 2025, during the 4th Provincial Peace and Development Awards in Maasin City, recognizes the municipality’s outstanding performance during the 2024 reference period. The award was issued in coordination with the Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), serving as a testament to the effective leadership of the local government in maintaining peace and order within the community.

Certificate of Recognition

(For its exemplary performance and outstanding achievement as Silver Awardee in the 2025 DRRM Champions: Local DRRM Councils and Offices)

The Certificate of Recognition awarded to the Municipality of Saint Bernard honors the town’s remarkable leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM). By securing the Silver Award in the 2025 DRRM Champions for Local DRRM Councils and Offices, the municipality has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in safeguarding its community against natural and human-induced hazards. Presented on December 10, 2025, during the 4th Provincial Peace and Development event in Maasin City, Southern Leyte, this distinction was conferred by the Provincial Government in coordination with the Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG). It serves as a formal testament to the local government’s proactive and effective strategies in building a more resilient and prepared municipality.

Plaque of Recognition

(For its exemplary performance and outstanding achievement in being declared FULLY COMPLIANT in the 24th GAWAD KALASAG SEAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT (DRRM) AND HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE CY 2024 FOR LDRRMCOs)

The Plaque of Recognition awarded to the Municipality of Saint Bernard honors the town’s exceptional commitment to excellence in disaster risk reduction and management. This distinction recognizes the municipality’s exemplary performance in being declared Fully Compliant during the 24th Gawad Kalasag Seal for Excellence in DRRM and Humanitarian Assistance for the 2024 calendar year. Presented on December 16, 2024, during the 3rd Provincial Peace and Development Awards in Maasin City, Southern Leyte, the award was issued by the Provincial Government through the Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG). Signed by Provincial Governor Damian G. Mercado and DILG Provincial Director Danilo A. Laguitan, this plaque serves as a formal testament to the local government’s outstanding leadership in building a resilient and prepared community.

Plaque of Recognition

The Plaque of Recognition awarded to the Municipality of Saint Bernard honors the town’s exceptional commitment to public safety and drug-free community initiatives by achieving an overall High Functionality Adjectival Rating in the 2024 Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) Performance Audit and Awards. This distinction, presented on December 16, 2024, during the 3rd Provincial Peace and Development Awards in Maasin City, Southern Leyte, recognizes the municipality’s outstanding performance in implementing anti-drug strategies. The award was issued in coordination with the Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), signed by Provincial Governor Damian G. Mercado and DILG Provincial Director Danilo A. Laguitan, serving as a testament to the local government’s effective governance and dedication to a safer province.