{"id":301266,"date":"2019-06-11T06:06:22","date_gmt":"2019-06-10T20:06:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/?p=301266"},"modified":"2019-06-11T06:06:22","modified_gmt":"2019-06-10T20:06:22","slug":"elizabeth-balajadia-is-presented-with-justice-award","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/index.php\/elizabeth-balajadia-is-presented-with-justice-award\/","title":{"rendered":"Elizabeth Balajadia is presented with Justice Award"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Presiding Judge Roberto C. Naraja reads the recognition while Justice Award recipient Elizabeth Balajadia, P.E., Chief Justice Alexandro C. Castro and Associate Justice John A. Manglona look on.
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The CNMI Judiciary presented Elizabeth Salas Balajadia, P.E. with the 2019 Justice Award last May 31 for her \u201ccontinuous and distinguished\u201d record of service for the completion of the Judiciary\u2019s projects.<\/p>\n

Balajadia, also known as \u201cLiz,\u201d is a professional engineer currently serving as the CNMI\u2019s Capital Improvement Project administrator with the Executive Branch. <\/p>\n

Balajadia\u2019s contributions to the Guma\u2019 Hustisia restoration efforts started in 2017 with the mold remediation project followed by the air-conditioning system shut down and repair work for damage sustained during Super Typhoon Yutu in 2018.<\/p>\n

\u201cBalajadia\u2019s guidance, professionalism, and tireless assistance through the most turbulent time for the Judiciary reflect her character and commitment to public service,\u201d the Judiciary said in a statement. \u201cHer involvement has provided great momentum to the Guma\u2019 Hustisia\u2019s re-opening.\u201d<\/p>\n

Balajadia herself described the project as \u201cchallenging\u201d because the mechanical engineers need to be mindful of the project timeline and the budget.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is not an easy project because the damage to the structures as a result of Super Typhoon Yutu will affect the original design parameters of the HVAC system,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Balajadia thanked Gov. Ralph DLG Torres, former lieutenant governor and now Senate President Victor B. Hocog (R-Rota), and Lt. Gov. Arnold I. Palacios for allowing her to assist the Judiciary. <\/p>\n

Justice John A. Manglona, representing the bench, thanked Balajadia for her work and service. \u201cLiz has been a part of the Judiciary\u2019s projects for more than two years now. We highly value her technical skills and recommendations and appreciate her participation in the weekly project meetings.\u201d <\/p>\n

Chief Justice Alexandro C. Castro presented the award after Presiding Judge Roberto C. Naraja proclaimed the recognition. Also present were Justice Perry B. Inos, Judge Teresa K. Kim- Tenorio, and Judiciary managers. <\/p>\n

Balajadia holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She is a licensed professional engineer in civil engineering in the CNMI and Guam and is certified in Occupational Safety and Health Administration-construction safety and storm water. She served as a former chairperson for the CNMI Board of Professional Licensing, a member of the board of directors, and a member of the Zoning Board. <\/p>\n

In addition to the ownership and management of a specialized consulting firm, Balajadia has served in various capacities and managed numerous infrastructure projects in both the public and private sectors. <\/p>\n

She and her husband Victor have two children, Fr. James Balajadia and Maria. Their children also attended the award presentation. <\/p>\n

Balajadia\u2019s father, Judge Felipe A. Salas, served for many years in the Commonwealth Trial Court and the Trust Territory courts. <\/p>\n

The recipient of the Justice Award is determined by a panel of members of the bench. This year\u2019s announcement culminated with various Judiciary programs held in May in celebration of the Judiciary\u2019s 30th anniversary. The events included Law Day poster and essay contests, Drug Court Month activities, the Attorney General\u2019s Cup Speech Competition, mock trial and various Justices\/Judges in the Classroom visits. (PR)<\/p>\n

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From left, Presiding Judge Roberto C. Naraja, Maria S. Balajadia, Justice Award recipient Elizabeth S. Balajadia, P.E., Fr. James S. Balajadia, Chief Justice Alexandro C. Castro, Associate Justice Perry B. Inos, Associate Judge Teresa K. Kim-Tenorio, and Associate Justice John A. Manglona.
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