Malaybalay City, Bukidnon – In a significant move to promote economic growth, social development, and preserve cultural and natural heritage, the City Tourism Development Plan for Calendar Years 2023-2027 was unanimously approved during the 47th Regular Session of the 9th Sangguniang Panlungsod of Malaybalay held on June 13, 2023

Councillor Royland Orquia, the SP Chair on Tourism and Vice Chair on Tourism Council presented the endorsement of City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran, along with a letter from Honolu Marie C. Cruzin, the Supervising Tourism Operations Officer.
The resolution was proposed to the 9th Sanggunian with Vice Mayor Estelito R. Marabe presiding over the session at the Old City Hall in Malaybalay City.
The meeting began with Cruzin’s presentation of the City Tourism Road Map.
Following this, Councillor Orquia and the members of the Tourism Committee, Councillors Brian Nelson Flores and Allan Ryan O. Legaspi, addressed queries and provided clarifications. The councilors then recommended the adoption and approval of the City Tourism Development Plan.
The motion to adopt and approve the Malaybalay City Tourism Development Plan for 2023-2027 was seconded by the members of the City Council, and the resolution passed without further discussion. The motion of Councillor Orquia was hereby approved by the majority votes of the members present on its third and final reading.
The approved resolution signifies the City Council’s recognition of the pivotal role tourism plays in stimulating economic growth and fostering social development. Furthermore, the plan aims to make the City an attractive destination for tourists.
With the adoption of the City Tourism Development Plan, Malaybalay City is poised to enhance its tourism sector, offering visitors a unique experience while contributing to the overall progress and sustainability of the city. (LGU Malaybalay)