The Sangguniang Bayan of the Municipality of Pavia was named Provincial Champion in the 2025 Local Legislative Awards for 1st to 3rd Class Municipalities by the DILG–Iloilo, with the Plaque of Recognition and prize incentive awarded on December 22, 2025, Iloilo City.
The recognition cites the strong leadership of the Sangguniang Bayan of Pavia, led by Vice Mayor Edsel G. Gerochi, in partnership with the local executive, for excellence in legislation, transparency, and good governance. Pavia also received a ₱70,000 cash incentive from the Philippine Councilors League (PCL) – Iloilo Chapter for outstanding legislative performance.
