English: A former mayor himself, Gatchalian reminded local government executives that they should be held accountable under the law if they choose to turn a blind eye to suspected POGO operations in their respective localities.
Filipino: Bilang isang dating alkalde, pinaalalahanan ni Gatchalian ang mga local executives na mananagot sila sa batas kung pipiliin nilang balewalain ang mga hinihinalang operasyon ng POGO sa kani-kanilang lokalidad.