91% Backing for CENECO Joint Venture Agreement

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CENECO Joint Venture Agreement Gains Overwhelming 91% Support in Plebiscite

In a significant development that underscores the collective commitment to progress, the recent plebiscite held on August 19 and 20 has revealed an astounding 91% approval rate among CENECO (Central Negros Electric Cooperative) members for the proposed Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with Primelectric/Negros Power. This unprecedented support signifies a pivotal step forward for the region’s energy landscape.

Embracing Positive Change: Strong Consumer Backing

The plebiscite witnessed an impressive turnout of CENECO members actively participating in decision-making. Most of these consumer-members voted in favor of the Joint Venture Agreement, signaling their endorsement of the collaborative effort between CENECO and Primelectric/Negros Power. This resounding mandate showcases this proposal’s significance in the community’s eyes.

 

Effective Information Campaigns: Enlightening the Public

One of the driving factors behind this overwhelming support is the success of the information campaigns in the preceding months. These campaigns effectively communicated the tangible benefits the Joint Venture Agreement aims to bring the community. Consumer-members were aware of the potential improvements in electricity service quality and the projected reduction in electricity costs, leading to a more promising future for all.

Diverse Voting Methods: Demonstrating Consumer Engagement

The engagement of the consumer-membership was multi-faceted, with some individuals personally visiting polling stations to cast their votes, while others entrusted their voting rights to proxies. This diversified approach to participation highlights the extent to which community members were determined to make their voices heard, whether by casting votes in person or by delegating the responsibility to others.

Bacolod Diocese’s Call for Consumer Involvement: Strengthening the Plebiscite

The support for the plebiscite extended beyond CENECO itself, as the influential Bacolod Diocese also advocated for consumers/members to actively participate in the voting process. This external validation served to emphasize the broader significance of the proposed Joint Venture Agreement and the positive implications it carries for the community at large.

Meticulously Organized Plebiscite: Ensuring Inclusivity and Transparency

To ensure the validity and integrity of the plebiscite, CENECO and NEA (National Electrification Administration) organized the voting process over several days: August 19, 20, 26, 27, and September 2 and 3, 2023. This approach allowed sufficient time for qualified voters to participate and demonstrated a commitment to making the process accessible to all eligible members.

Necessity of Majority Support: Pivotal Decision-making Threshold

For the Joint Venture Agreement to move forward, most qualified voters needed to express their support through their votes. The transparency of this requirement underscores the importance of a consensus-based approach, highlighting that decisions of such magnitude are made with the interests and preferences of the majority at heart.

Strong Results Validate Community Aspirations:

The partial results of the plebiscite, as the CENECO JVA Over-All Plebiscite Committee released, offer an insightful snapshot of the overall sentiment within the consumer membership. With 91% in favor and 9% opposing, the collective voice of CENECO members speaks volumes about their shared aspiration for progress, sustainable growth, and improved energy services.

For the JVA to proceed, most qualified voters must vote in favor. The partial results from the CENECO JVA Over-All Plebiscite Committee show the following:

Eligible Voters: 177,737

  • June 24: Yes 13,587 (78%) No 3,748 (22%)
  • June 25: Yes 8,087 (78%) No 2,319 (22%)
  • Aug 19: Yes 24,641 (99%) No 284 (1%)
  • Aug 20: Yes 21,247 (99%) No 250 (1%)
  • Total: Yes 67,562 (91%) No 6,601 (9%)
  • Total votes turn-out: 74,163 (42%)

This remarkable turnout demonstrates an overwhelming 91% in favor of the JVA, with only 9% expressing opposition. The resounding support from the community highlights a shared aspiration for progress and positive change.

In Conclusion: A Defining Moment for CENECO and the Community

The plebiscite results provide an unequivocal mandate from the CENECO membership, expressing strong support for the Joint Venture Agreement with Primelectric/Negros Power. This milestone underscores not only the robust backing for the agreement itself but also the unity and determination of the community to drive positive change in the realm of electricity services. The high turnout and resounding approval rate solidify the importance of collaborative efforts to shape a more promising energy future for the region.

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