The allowance increase was proposed by Marikina City 1st District Representative Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro to Mayor Marcelino "Marcy" Teodoro who immediately approved the move, earning praise and gratitude from the city’s athletes and coaches.
“Alam ko tayong lahat gustong manalo. Iyon naman ang dahilan kung bakit tayo sumali. Pero minsan hindi lang sa pagkapanalo ang sukatan ng kagalingan. Iyong natamo ninyong karanasan, isang malaking panalo na rin iyan ," she added. The mayor expressed his gratitude and respect to all the athletes of the city as he saluted them for their unwavering dedication and great discipline.
“Iyong pag-aaral, pangunahin. Iyong sports napakahalaga sapagkat it complements our well-being. As we radiate it, nakakatulong din tayo. Iyong good vibes sa sports ," the mayor stressed.