“Paying taxes is not a punishment. It is a responsibility.” – Chris Matthews
Yes, it is the time of the year when the list of top taxpayers in the Province of Iloilo come out. Rightfully so, these individuals and corporations were honored in an Awarding Ceremony at the Ballroom of Zuri Hotel Iloilo.
Dr. Marigold Trinidad Gonzalez and yours truly
Jasmine Castelo, yours truly and Orson Orleans
One of the awardees was hardworking businesswoman Dr. PACITA TRINIDAD-GONZALEZ, who ranked number four in this year’s Individual Category List, for her businesses in various municipalities. Her daughter, Dr. MARIGOLD TRINIDAD GONZALEZ jetted in from Cosmo-Manille to receive the award on her mother’s behalf!
Dr. Marigold Trinidad Gonzalez with couple Pinoy and Em Gonzales
Sangguniang Panlalawigan Members Jason Gonzales and Domingo Oso and Provincial Administrator Dr. Raul Banias were among the officials who represented Gov. Arthur “Toto” Defensor.
Amidst the formalities, the guests enjoyed on a six-course lunch! Indeed, the management and chefs outdid themselves!
The six-course lunch
Spouses Dennis and Dolores Devicente. ranked number one in the Individual Category in the Top 20 Real Property Taxpayers for CY 2023.
Provincial Administrator Dr. Raul Banias and Jake Cocjin who represented his mother Ruth Tirol Jarantilla who ranked 10th in Individual Category.