The 50 couples tied the knot and were happy when their marriage became legal after Mayor Al David T. Uy solemnized the "Kasalan ng Bayan" wedding ceremony on March 6, 2023, at the Mega Tent in front of New City Hall Penaplata.

After the blessing and exchange of rings, Mayor Uy emphasized that the arras matrimoniales, or wedding coins, symbolize prosperity to the newlyweds, which the husband presents to the bride as a symbol of his commitment to care for her and their home.

"Let your wife manage the fruits of your labor, husband. Allow them to be the custodians. Manage your home, wife. Show love and patience to each other so that there will be peace in the family, along with placing our God at the center of it." Mayor Uy advised as the solemnizing officer.

Senator Imee Romualdez Marcos served as one of the couples' main godmothers, making the wedding even more special for them.

"Kauban kamo sa kalamboan sa kumunidad. The family is the basic unit of society." Haligi ang pamilya kumunidad,lipunan. Tulong-tulong dapat sa lahat nang ginagawa. We will see what help we can provide here in Samal." Senator Imee Marcos said.

Senator Imee R. Marcos awarded Php 5,000 to families with five (5) children, Php 4,000 to couples with four children, and Php 2,000 to couples with two children.

Those who had been living together for five years or more were exempt from the expenses. Also, Mayor Al David T. Uy provided each couple with cake, wine, and cash as gifts. The event is part of the 25th founding anniversary.

The program was facilitated by the City Civil Registrar headed by Mr. Joel Padillo and was also graced by Mr. Pepito Amoyen, the Davao del Norte PSA Provincial Director. (IGACOS-CIO/Y/ Photos by RConcepcion)