Profiles

Trailblazing barangay politician invades council

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Jul 29, 2007

Edgar Ibuyan had served as barangay chairman of a Davao City village for nearly two decades, establishing a sterling public-service record that is not backed by money, power or political pedigree. Now that he is at the City Council, will this trailblazer continue serving the people?

First District Councilor Edgar Ibuyan during the oathtaking ceremonies at the City Council recently. (davaotoday.com photo by Cheryll D. Fiel)

Tarsilas Park

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Oct 25, 2006

Tarsila Villarente knows Rizal Park perhaps like no other people in Davao City. It has been her home for decades…