UAP PASIG ARCHITECTS MET WITH MAYOR VICO FOR COURTESY VISIT

On February 27, 2025, UAP Area A, in conjunction with UAP Pasig and the UAP Pasig Kapitolyo Chapter, conducted a courtesy visit to the Honorable Victor Ma. Regis “Vico” Sotto, Mayor of Pasig City, at the Temporary Pasig City Hall in Bridgetowne, Pasig City.

Mayor Vico welcomed officers and members of the UAP Pasig and Pasig Kapitolyo Chapters, led by Area A Vice President Ar. Jonathan Manalad, FUAP; Area A Secretary Ar. Mary Rolyn Ara Torrecampo-Angeles, UAP; Deputy District Director Ar. Ma. Vida Aileen T. Dela Vega, UAP; Chapter Presidents Ar. Mark John Nino Villaruz, UAP (Pasig Chapter) and Ar. Kenneth Trinidad, UAP (Kapitolyo Chapter).

The Supreme Court’s decision reinforcing architects’ exclusive right to prepare and sign architectural documents, as outlined in Republic Act No. 9266 and detailed in NBCDO Memorandum Circular No. 01, Series of 2025, was presented by VPA Ar. Manalad. Mayor Vico praised the UAP for their commitment to adhering to this important legal ruling and maintaining professional standards.

This engagement highlights the Pasig City Local Government’s dedication to partnering with the architectural community to ensure professional standards and promote the growth of the profession.