Florida Robes

Florida "Rida" Perez-Robes (born Florida Lacsamana Perez; June 27, 1971) is a Filipino politician. She is currently serving as 25th Mayor of San Jose del Monte since 2025. She represented the San Jose del Monte's at-large district from 2016 to 2025.

Early life and education Robes was born on June 27, 1971, in Baguio. She studied St. Paul College – Manila with the degree of Hotel and Restaurant Management. She took up short courses in Harvard University. She finished her master's degree at the American University. As representative, she chaired the committees on Housing and Urban Development and Good Government and Public Accountability.

Mayor of San Jose del Monte (2025–present) In 2025 elections, Robes was elected mayor of San Jose del Monte, swapping places with her husband. She is also concurrent National Treasurer of the League of Cities of the Philippines.

On August 23, 2026, Robes faced public backlash for berating audiences protesting water shortages and confronting 2nd District Councilor Ronalyn Pordan during a basketball game at the San Jose Del Monte Sports Complex. Pordan's party Akbayan condemned the encounter as political harassment, while Pordan denied orchestrating the protest. The city government defended Robes, stating that while they respect residents' right to express grievances, it must be done in a proper manner.

Personal life Robes is married to Arthur Robes and has two children.

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