National Bicycle Day Celebrated in La Union
By: Diana E. Jutba, GPC-ENRO | Photos By: Jahp D. Pulido, PIO | Date: November 27, 2022
In celebration of the National Bicycle Day, the Provincial Government of La Union (PGLU) through its Environment and Natural Resources Office initiated a Fun Bicycle Riding activity participated in by PGLU employees and members of the Fun Cycling Club (FCC) on November 27, 2022 at the Poro Point Baywalk, City of San Fernando, La Union.
La Union Sangguniang Panlalawigan Committee Chair for Environment, Human Ecology and Security Hon. Pablo C. Ortega, who is known to be a passionate cyclist, graced the said event. He mentioned during his inspirational message the importance of riding a bicycle for health and wellness as well as its significant role in reducing emissions.
Before the conduct of the fun bicycle ride, a Zumba cum stretching was conducted to warm up the participants. Eight PGLU employees and around 20 FCC members participated in the said event. Board Member Pablo Ortega also joined the ride.
After the rides, awards were given to the stand-out participants who finished the race. For the PGLU employees category, Mr. Champ Leo Cargamento of the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) and Ms. Gizelle Butala, of the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist landed in first place for men and women’s category, respectively.
For participants from the FCC, Mr. Allan Fabro and Ms. Magnolia Velonza were awarded as champions for the men and women’s category, respectively.
The fastest racer award was given to Mr. Champ Leo Cargamento of the PSWDO. The oldest participant award was given to Mr. Rudolfo Pimentel of FCC while the youngest participant award was given to Ms. Weine Velonza, also a member of FCC.
Pursuant to Proclamation No. 1052 s. 2020 signed by former President Rodrigo R. Duterte, every fourth Sunday of November of every year shall be known as the National Bicycle Day to highlight the importance of non-motorized transportation as a means of fostering sustainable development and promoting environmental health that is conducive to physical health and well-being of all Filipinos.
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