MAYOR Constantino “Tinnex” Jaraula is urging Cagayanons who are now based in the Unites States of America to invest in Cagayan de Oro City even as he is continuously rebuilding ties with Cagayanon families and friends in the US as he did during the just-concluded “Tapok 2009” held in New York and New Jersey areas.

While reuniting and rekindling with the US-based Cagayan de Oro City natives, Mayor Jaraula updated them of his developmental thrusts and flagship programs and projects during a business presentation on investment opportunities in the city last October 3 at the Sheraton Newark Airport Hotel in New Jersey.

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Topping Mayor Jaraula’s investment presentation is the implementation of what he called as ‘interior decoration’ projects such as the “Golden Mile” riverbank development project, construction of a modern legislative and administrative building at City Hall and a 30-storey City Center, City Amphitheater redevelopment project, construction of a massive drainage system, and construction of the New Agora Complex, among others.

“Tapok 2009” is an annual gathering of Cagayanons and Misamisnons who reside in the US and elsewhere in the world centering on the theme: “Global Convergence, Individuals Make A Difference...Friends Coming To The Aid of Neighbors.” It was graciously hosted by the Kagay-anon International-East Coast Chapter (KI-ECC) headed by its president Chita Roa-Marquez from October 1 to October 4 this year.

The four-day Tapok 2009 kicked off on October 1 with “The First Encounter” at Sheraton Newark Airport Hotel in New Jersey where the registration and distribution of souvenir kits to participants was held.

“Tapok Fellowship” opened on October 2 with a Parade of Banners showcasing the various chapters of Kagay-anon International all over the US and around the world, including presentation of various entertainment numbers by the various chapters and groups and the bidding to host Tapok 2011 presided by Tapok Selection Committee chairperson Roy Gaane.

A business presentation and Gala Night, golf tournament, and a tour to New York City were held on October 3 while morning mass and breakfast capped the festivities on October 4. (CIO)