Alfredo Garbin


Alfredo "Pido" Abaroa Garbin, Jr. is a Filipino politician former Mayor of Legazpi, Albay. Prior to his mayoral position, he served as a representative for the Ako Bicol party list in the House of Representatives. Garbin assumed leadership of Legazpi after winning the mayoral race, following the disqualification of Geraldine Rosal.

Early life

Alfredo Abaroa Garbin, Jr. was born on October 3, 1976 to Alfredo Briguela Garbin Sr. and Rosario Arandia Abaroa.

Career

Partylist representative

Before becoming mayor, He represented the interests of the Bicol region in the Philippine Congress as a representative of the Ako Bicol party list. His legislative work focused on advancing regional development and addressing the needs of Bicolanos.

Mayoral election

In the 2022 local elections, Garbin contested the position of Mayor of Legazpi City. Despite initial setbacks, the Commission on Elections ultimately proclaimed him as the new mayor, succeeding Geraldine Rosal. His victory marked a significant political development in the city.

Personal life

Garbin married Nasreen Ismail and they have three children.