Former Aliaga, Nueva Ecija mayor David Angelo Vargas was designated as the new Assistant General Manager for Operations of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA).
“I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Assistant Secretary Vargas on his appointment as AGM for Operations. His extensive leadership skills and exceptional attitude make him the perfect fit for the post,” said MMDA Acting Chairman Don Artes, who administered the oath of office of Vargas.
Vargas, on his part, promised that he will be swift in delivering public service.
“My notable experience in the local government has honed my capabilities as a public servant. Hence, I will serve Metro Manila residents with integrity and compassion for the betterment of the metropolis,” he said.
Prior to his stint in the MMDA, Vargas previously served as mayor of Aliaga, a municipality of Nueva Ecija Province in Central Luzon Region, from 2019 to 2022.
He also held the position of Municipal Councilor of Aliaga for two consecutive terms from 2013 to 2019 and was a representative of Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of the said municipality from 2010 to 2013.
Vargas graduated with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from Trinity University of Asia in 2010.
Meanwhile, lawyer Victor Pablo Trinidad will be designated as Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Assistant General Manager for Planning. He was previously designated as the OIC for Operations.
