On February 17, 2025, the 20th City Council officially approved Resolution No. 2025-974 during its 112th Regular Session, confirming the appointment of Dr. Jestoni P. Babia as University College (UC) President III, Item 21, with Salary Grade 29 of the City College of Cagayan de Oro (CCCDO).
In the previous 111th Regular Session, the council agreed to conduct further deliberations by inviting concerned agencies, including personnel from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). The session, chaired by Majority Floor Leader Hon. Edgar S. Cabanlas, helped clarify key matters prior to the final decision.
The CCCDO community wholeheartedly extends its gratitude to **Hon. Suzette G. Magtajas-Daba**, **City Councilor and Chair of the Committee on Education**, for her tireless advocacy in advancing equitable education. Her unwavering support reflects Mayor Rolando “Klarex” A. Uy’s vision of making quality education transformative and inclusive for all Kagay-anons.
The institution also expresses its sincere appreciation to the following councilors who voted in favor of the resolution: **Hon. Edgar S. Cabanlas** **Hon. James K. Judith II** **Hon. Roger G. Abaday** **Hon. Jay R. Pascual** **Hon. Romeo V. Calizo** **Hon. George S. Goking** **Hon. Malvern A. Esparcia** **Hon. Maria Lourdes S. Gaane** **Hon. Joyleen Mercedes L. Balaba** **Hon. Ian Mark Q. Nacaya** **Hon. Yan Lam S. Lim** **Hon. Kenneth John D. Sacala** **Hon. Datu Roberto P. Cabarling**
Their support plays a vital role in shaping a future where education remains accessible, inclusive, and transformative.
Meanwhile, the council acknowledged that **Hon. Yevonna Yacine B. Emano**, **Hon. Christian Rustico M. Achas**, **Hon. Agapito Eriberto G. Suan**, and **Hon. Imee Rose P. Moreno** abstained from the vote.
The approval of the resolution marks a key step toward securing **Institutional Recognition (IR)**, paving the way for CCCDO to extend its reach to more Kagay-anon youth with limited access to learning opportunities.