Treñas willing to serve as political adviser to Iloilo City’s next mayor

Outgoing Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas has expressed openness to serve as a political adviser to her daughter, Mayor-elect Raisa Treñas-Chu.

“As I’ve said before, I will not be taking on any official position at City Hall. At most, I may accept a designation, not an appointment, which means I won’t be receiving any salary,” he said in a statement on Wednesday, June 4.

“If designated as a political adviser, I will gladly offer assistance in handling political concerns,” Treñas added.

But the mayor emphasized that Chu is a “very independent woman” and “is ready to take on the responsibility of leading our city.”

“Of course, like anyone in public service, she may need guidance in certain aspects of governance, but she is more than capable,” Treñas said.

“In fact, she already holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration, which has prepared her well for the job,” the mayor added.

Treñas is set to step down from office on June 30.IMT