The Office of the Ombudsman ordered Bacolod City Mayor Monico Puentevella suspended for one month after he was found guilty of simple misconduct for delaying the implementation of its decision against two city officials in 2014.

The matter stemmed from an administrative decision by the Ombudsman in July 2014 ordering the suspension of former Building Official Isidro Sun Jr. and Building Inspector Jose Maria Makilan, who were found them guilty of conduct prejudicial to the best interests of the service.

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