Capitol in Search for “Bidlisiw” Awardees

The Cebu Provincial Capitol is now looking for individuals and private institutions to be awarded the “Bidlisiw sa Sugbo Awards.”

“Bidlisiw” is in line with the month-long celebration of the province’s 445th founding anniversary this month.

“The development of Cebu would not happen without the efforts of the private sector who have given much of their time, efforts and resources to the development of Cebu,” Provincial administrator Mark Tolentino said.

Tolentino added that the award aims to recognize the noteworthy individuals and institutions.

He said the public can nominate “exemplary individuals and institutions” for this award. They can download nomination forms from the Capitol’s official website: www.cebu.gov.ph or at the Office of the Search & Awards Committee at Tolentino’s office.

Based on the qualifications posted by the Provincial Information Office (PIO), institutions can be nominated if they have been operating for at least three years in Cebu and “with track record of dedicated service in uplifting the lives of Cebuanos.”

They must be private corporations or non-government organizations (civic, people’s, church-based or religious).

For individuals to qualify, they must be natural-born or naturalized Filipino or Cebuano with good moral character, and must have “at least three continuing years of commitment to his profession, vocation or service “that have contributed to the development of Cebu.”

The criteria for the chosen awardees include service excellence and professionalism, impact of work to the society, and innovation and creativity.

“Help us ignite the passion of those who care for Cebu by recognizing their work,” said Tolentino.

“Let everyone know of the excellent service rendered by these significant men, women and organizations for the betterment of our province,” he added.

Nominations are accepted until Sept. 15, 2014. The awarding ceremony is set on Dec. 12, 2014.