ESTER M. CATORCE

Ester M. Catorce is a Filipino local government official associated with the Province of South Cotabato, Philippines. She has served as a Member of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (Provincial Board Member) representing the 1st District of South Cotabato, which includes municipalities such as Polomolok, Tupi, Tampakan, and the City of General Santos' adjacent provincial areas historically tied to the district structure. As a provincial legislator, the role of a Sangguniang Panlalawigan member includes the passage of provincial ordinances, approval of the provincial budget, review of municipal legislation, and oversight of provincial government programs. Public records from provincial government listings and election results confirm her election as one of the provincial board members representing the district during the 2022 Philippine national and local elections.