The Boracay Community expresses its appreciation to His Excellency President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, by his exercise of political will through the decision to close and rehabilitate the island. Boracay’s rehabilitation is a strong testament of the government’s dedication to prioritize environmental preservation over economic gains.
The Boracay community recognizes the Boracay Inter Agency Task Force’s (BIATF) achievements as an effective practice of collaboration among different agencies - which proves it is indeed possible to succeed through cooperation.
Through the government’s efforts, water quality around the island has significantly improved. Particularly noteworthy is the ongoing major construction works, on the long delayed drainage system which the community had been clamoring for over several decades. Successful project implementation has removed illegal boarding houses and replaced old electrical posts among others.
The project has considerably helped awaken the concern of the community and advance the interest of sustaining the island for the future. It has improved sanitary conditions for the local community, and brings environmental standards in line with expectations for the country’s premier tourism destination.
The closure albeit a painful learning experience, has positively resulted in closer and collaborative community relations. Nineteen (19) days before the island’s reopening to the world, the island’s several stakeholder organizations remain steadfast in its commitment to support actions necessary for the betterment of our home, Boracay.
We accept that the Boracay rehabilitation is a work in progress, and we are committed to help every step of the way.
Boracay Island thanks you for what has been done so far, and supports the on-going efforts as Boracay re-opens her beauty to the world.##
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