24 February 2023 – A local official is encouraging residents of the Summer Capital to “make biking a way of life” not only for health and wellness but also to help reduce the amount of carbon footprints generated by smoke from all types of vehicles.
In Monday’s flag-raising rites, councilor Leandro Yangot, Jr. said this was the clear message of the recent inauguration of the first ever “Biking Mobility Mural” in the city in line with the celebration of February as National Arts Month.
He added that the collaborative activity is also in support of the city government’s good governance agenda to protect the environment.
A semi-abstract artwork, Yangot said the mural was conceptualized by the city’s bike enthusiasts and painted by the Sin Agi Artists led by himself, an amateur painter, with the active participation of young artists from the different barangays.
“In this mural, we focused on the future of Baguio’s creative sector – our children,” the alderman said as he urged everyone to discover their ‘creative selves’.
He disclosed that by the end of February, the city will see the realization of another mural project targeted at saving its watersheds.
Having been declared as a Creative City by UNESCO several years ago, Yangot stressed that Baguio should be at the forefront of creative endeavors and that its youth should be given all the chances to shine in the field of creativity.
He is also encouraging residents to visit a gallery; create a piece of art; and support a local artist during the city’s celebration of Arts Month.**Gaby B. Keith
