"Honoring the Backbone of Navotas: The Top 10 Most Outstanding Fisherfolk

Honoring the Backbone of Navotas: The Top 10 Most Outstanding Fisherfolk Navotas City, renowned as the "Fishing Capital of the Philippines," takes immense pride in its fishing community, which has been instrumental in the city's progress for generations. To reaffirm this pride, the Navotas City government honored the Top 10 Most Outstanding Fisherfolk on the occasion of the 119th Navotas City Day. Paying Tribute to Unsung Heroes Mayor John Rey Tiangco and other key officials, including his brother Rep. Tobias Tiangco, recognized the fishermen for their dedication and resilience. The mayor praised the vital contributions of the city's fishing community, stating, "You are the reason why our city is known as the 'Fishing Capital of the Philippines.' Today, we celebrate and honor you all for your sacrifices to your family and your community." Setting a High Standard Renato C. Abad from Barangay Tangos North led this year's Top 10 Most Outstanding Fisherfolk. With a fishing career spanning over two decades, Abad turned his humble beginnings into a story of triumph, supporting his family of six, helping three of his children graduate from college, and founding the Small Commercial Fishing Consumers Cooperative of Navotas. Eligibility Criteria To qualify for the Top 10 Fisherfolk, nominees must be registered Navotenyo fishermen endorsed by their respective barangay and barangay fisheries and aquatic resources management council chairperson. They must also meet specific criteria, including being upstanding citizens with no pending or ongoing cases or prior convictions, and having achieved milestones worthy of emulation and inspiration for their fellow fisher folk. Recognizing Excellence The awardees received cash prizes ranging from ₱4,000 to ₱10,000, plaques of recognition, and additional incentives such as groceries and rice. All Top 10 awardees are eligible to nominate a family member for the 'NavotaAs Ulirang Pamilyang Mangingisda' Scholarship, which includes a yearly allowance of ₱16,500 for transportation and food, as well as a ₱1,500 book stipend per academic year. Showcasing Strength The 'Araw ng Mangingisda' showcased the fisher folk's strength and skill through competitions. Boat race winners received prizes up to ₱20,000 while participants in the net mending contest won up to ₱5,000. All competitors also took home 10 kilos of rice. Looking Ahead The city chief executive emphasized that it is a celebration not just of the past "but of the brighter future that lies ahead for Navotenyos." Rep. Tiangco added that it is a testament to the power of innovation and hard work in the fishing industry. In conclusion, the recognition of the Top 10 Most Outstanding Fisherfolk serves as a powerful reminder of the city's rich heritage and the enduring role of its fishing community in shaping Navotas' identity. As we look ahead to the future, we can only imagine the boundless opportunities that lie ahead for these unsung heroes. Keywords: Navotas City, Fishing Capital of the Philippines, Top 10 Most Outstanding Fisherfolk, Araw ng Mangingisda, NavotaAs Ulirang Pamilyang Mangingisda Scholarship

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