Wednesday, January 26, 2005 (Philippines)

OPPOSITORS such as those from the group Sangga Kagayanon engage the Council in debates over the proposed sale of City Hall buildings and its site to finance the City Government transfer. (Sun.Star Cagayan de Oro/Joey Nacalaban) TO BORROW a phrase, not everything went "swimmingly well" for City Hall officials in Tuesday morning's consultation for the City Hall transfer and sale of properties held at the City Tourism Office grounds. This came about after sectoral groups such as the Sangga Kagayanon vented their sentiments and debated with the supporters on the proposals saying these properties including the Executive House are historical and cultural heritage landmarks. [full story]