Final_The Summit 1ST Quarter 2022

BRIDGE OF LIFE: Residents of Balut-Wawa
community along San Vicente River benefit from
the newly-rehabilitated suspension bridge that
is a project under the FY 2021 LGSF-DRRAP.

Issue No. X - 1st Quarter • Fiscal Year : 2022

3 Bataan LGUs hook 2021 FishCA tilt,
take home P1.6M cash incentives

by Russel Jasper O. Rabacio

THE DEPARTMENT of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) conferred FishCA table validation in Orion
the cash incentives to the three local government units (LGUs) of Bataan who
emerged as national winners in the 2020 Fisheries Compliance Audit (FishCA).

DILG R3 Regional Director Karl Bataan to grace the said awarding.
Caesar Rimando led the ceremonial DILG recognized the City of Balanga
awarding of checks in the City of Balanga
and in the municipalities of Orion and as the top-performing local government
Samal on January 10, 2022. unit (first Place) in the FishCA National
Validation garnering the highest score
Assistant Regional Director Jay in the assessment. The municipalities of
Timbreza, Monitoring and Evaluation Orion and Samal placed 2nd and 4th
Division (MED) Chief Lerrie Hernandez, place, respectively.
Capability Development Division (CDD)
Chief Ener Cambronero and Finance and Balanga received a grant amounting to
Administration Division (FAD) Chief P1.2 million for topping the national P4
Anita Adriano of DILG R3 also visited
Tripartite agreement for LED4LGUs inked

what’s inside? by Mark Angelo T. Pumares

EASE OF DOING BUSINESS A MEMORANDUM of agreement that will pave the way for the implementation

3 INITIATIVES of the Local Economic Development for Local Government Units (LED4LGUs)
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7 NEW YEAR’S CALL Program in the province was officially signed by DILG Region III, DILG Bataan,

Page and Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) on March 7, 2022.

Under the four-page MOA, the parties aims to enhance the capacities of LGU
are expected to orchestrate a series of officials and functionaries in creating
trainings involving three fundamental a favorable environment for economic
LED modules for the third- and fourth- growth and employment generation.
Page class municipalities of Bataan. Its successful facilitation will enable

LED4LGUs Program is the brainchild the target participants to generate strategic
of the Local Government Academy that options and develop unconventional P5

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Drug-cleared, rebel-free status needed
to win peace says Gov. Garcia

by Mark Angelo T. Pumares

COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT of recent accomplishments and presentation of

CY 2022 targets transpired during the virtual joint meeting of the Provincial Peace

and Order Council (PPOC), Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC) and

Provincial Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (PTF-ELCAC) on

January 26, 2022.

Presided by Councils Chairperson Director Myra Moral-Soriano presented
and Bataan Governor Albert Garcia, the results of the FY 2019 and FY 2020
ADAC Performance Audits at which
this quarter’s meeting focused on the Bataan had the highest percentage of LGU
discussion of the concerned agencies’ awardees among the provinces in Central
plans to sustain the insurgency- Luzon.
free and drug-cleared status of the
province. In addition to the approval of various
PPOC and PTF-ELCAC resolutions, other
Moreover, in one of his important matters were tackled by the
statements, Gov. Garcia emphasized heads and representatives of AFP, PNP,
that peace and order is an essential BFP, BJMP Male and Female Dormitory,
ingredient in maintaining economic MBDA, DPWH District I & II, PDEA and
development. Bataan DTRC.
Meanwhile, DILG Bataan Provincial

LGRC Bataan keen on forging Congratulations
partnership with MSAC
by Laverne G. Gonzales, Jr. To our newly-promoted

IN A move for a more collaborative and inclusive approach in the delivery Local
of public service, DILG Bataan and its Local Government Resource Government
Center (LGRC) intensified its partnership with the members of the Multi- Operations
Stakeholders Advisory Committee (MSAC) through a coordination Officer!
meeting via Zoom platform on March 14, 2022.
Laverne C. Gonzales, Jr.
The activity, participated by heads and the roles and guiding principles of LGOO V
and representatives of the different the MSAC members.
line agencies, local resource institutes,
inter-faith and business organizations, In her message, Provincial
presented the purpose of the LGRC Director Myra Moral-Soriano said that
the Department has no monopoly
of knowledge and expertise, thus
a concerted effort among other
agencies and organizations is needed
in the effective implementation of
various programs and projects of the
government.

LGOO II Laverne Gonzales, Jr.
shared LGRC Bataan’s service areas
and its main role as an effective
network of knowledge and information,
as it also provides a mechanism to
converge and share resources, P5

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Bataan LGUs LGU participants listen to the presentation
brace for LCPC on whole-of-government reengineering as
part of EODB.
assessment

by Joanna Marie M. Cruz

TO PREPARE the LGUs for the LGU Limay strengthens ease of
upcoming 2022 Local Council for doing business initiatives
the Protection Children (LCPC)
functionality assessment, DILG by Laverne G. Gonzales, Jr.
Bataan held a provincial orientation
viaZoomplatformonFebruary2,2022. LIMAYANS CAN look forward to faster, easier and more efficient services

Presented in the virtual meeting is and transactions to the municipal government as DILG Bataan and LGU
the thorough discussion of the DILG
MC No. 2021-039 titled “Comprehensive Limay co-organized an activity on streamlining LGU systems androcedures
Guidelines for the Establishment,
Strengthening and Monitoring of the on business and non-business related services on February 17, 2022.
LCPC in all Levels.”
Facilitated by MLGOO Evelyn Matias participated in the discussion and various
PD Myra Moral-Soriano, CTL and discussed by personnel from the measures that need to undertake to ensure
Melissa Nipal, provincial IMTF Capability Development Section of DILG streamlined processes were discussed during
members, C/MLGOOs, Program Bataan, the activity aimed to provide the activity.
Manager, Local Social Welfare and more streamlined services of the LGU and
Development Officers and the LCPC a positive experience to the transacting In compliance with the EODB Law
LGU focal persons participated in the public. and other relevant issuances, LGUs are
orientation. LGOO II Joanna Marie required to revisit their current systems and
Cruz discussed the new guidelines in the The heads of departments of the LGU procedures which include a review of P5
unified LCPC policy in preparation for
the 2022 assessment.

LCPCs are organized at the
provincial, city/municipal and barangay
level and spearhead in the promotion and
protection of the rights of children and
ensures child-friendly local governance.

PD Soriano attends inauguration of public facilities

by Joanna Marie M. Cruz

CAPPING OFF a series of of the 3-storey barangay hall of Brgy.
progressive constructions, Lamao was led by Congressman Joet
Garcia, Limay Mayor Nelson David and
various barangays and local DILG Bataan PD Myra Moral-Soriano.
government units in The activity was also attended by Vice
Limay and Orion Governor Cris Garcia, Vice Mayor Richie
completed their Jason David and Limay local officials.
respective public
facilities and were Likewise, three public facilities were
inaugurated on also inaugurated in Orion on March 15:
March 14 and 15, a newly-built material recovery facility
2022, respectively. (MRF) in Brgy. General Lim, Wawa
The inauguration Barangay Hall, and the KAMALIG- P6

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MANILA BAY WARRIORS. Volunteers from Barangay Biaan DILG Bataan goes
to Brgy. Mabiga
and the DILG Bataan Team strike a pose after collecting bags of for river cleanup
general wastes and rubbish washed up on the shore.
by Russel Jasper O. Rabacio
Biaan community joins DILG Bataan HERMOSA, Bataan -- DILG
in battle to keep shorelines clean Bataan headed by Provincial
Director Myra Moral-Soriano
by Russel Jasper O. Rabacio conducted clean-up drive along
a river in Brgy. Mabiga earlier
MARIVELES, Bataan – Barangay officials, fisherfolks and volunteers in the today.

coastal barangay of Biaan joined forces with the DILG Bataan Team along The team collected plastic
wastes in the water area which
the shorelines to collect plastic wastes and other debris in a clean-up drive on is in line with the government’s
thrust to pool efforts to
March 29, 2022. rehabilitate Manila Bay.
This initiative is part of the Manila cups and food packets which were
Bay Clean-Up, Rehabilitation and washed ashore after the heavy rains The activity is part of
Preservation Program (MBUCRPP) of and strong tidal waves in the area few the Manila Bay Clean-Up,
the DILG that promotes in preserving months ago. Rehabilitation and Preservation
waterways and in line with the Punong Barangay Rodelio Program (MBUCRPP) of DILG
government’s thrust to pool efforts to Gutierrez with his fellow barangay that promotes in preserving and
rehabilitate Manila Bay. officials committed to continue the rehabilitating waterways.
The activity collected several bags major environmental programs of the
of trashP5like plastic bottles, styrofoam DILG and the government. This river in Mabiga is
connected to the Almacen River,
3 Bataan LGUs hook... one of the waterway systems in
the province leading to Manila
P1 assessment. Orion and Samal were Manila Bay provincial focal person Russel Bay.
both awarded P200,000 to be utilized for Jasper Rabacio provided support and
environmental programs and projects. coordination for the successful conduct Moreover, the initiative is also
of the awarding in the LGUs. an information drive to enjoin
Orion Mayor Antonio Raymundo, more participants during weekly
Jr. and Samal Mayor Aida Macalinao FishCA under the Manila Bay clean-ups in their respective
personally received their checks while City Program assesses the compliance of barangays and cultivate
Agriculturist Nerissa Mateo represented LGUs to Republic Act No. 8550, also awareness to the community on
Balanga City Mayor Francis Garcia. known as the Philippine Fisheries Code, the importance of riverways and
and promotes greater accountability of to comply with environmental
PD Myra Moral-Soriano, Cluster local government units to the priority laws.
Team Leader Melissa Nipal, CLGOO measures of the Manila Bay Sustainable
Jomar Cruz, MLGOO Annie Hipolito, Development Master Plan. 1ST PLACE
MLGOO Ma. Jasmin Bartolo and
2021 Manila BAY
FishCa Awards

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Preparations for 2022 SGLG LGU Limay strengthens...
now in full swing
P3 existing policies and issuances,
by Laverne C. Gonzales, Jr. adoption of zero contact policy and
the Whole-of-Government approach.
GETTING ALL things set for the 2022 Seal of Good Local Governance Local governments shall then
undertake a re-engineering process
(SGLG), DILG Bataan held an online orientation for its provincial, city to evaluate their existing processes
to provide more improved service
and municipal LGUs on February 10-11, 2022. delivery to their constituents.

The activity served as a guide both indicators to get the Seal. On the subsequent implementation
for the Bataan LGUs on the criteria Prior to the online orientation, of re-engineered systems and
and indicators of the 10 governance DILG Bataan has started preparing procedures of this first-class
areas, as well as the timeline of this the LGUs for the 2022 SGLG. Cluster municipality, Limayans are ensured
year’s assessment. The topics were Head Melissa Nipal and LGOO VI of having a seamless and hassle-free
presented by SGLG focal person Blanco provided technical assistance transaction with the LGU.
Cristy Blanco and Program Manager and document review to these LGUs.
Allan Don Malonzo. SGLG is a national recognition
Meanwhile, LGOO III Danilyn and the DILG’s flagship program
Peña discussed the Peace and Order given to excellent and performing
Council (POC) Audit and the Anti- LGUs in the delivery of public service
Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) through compliance to pertinent
Performance Audit which are also national laws and guidelines.

LGRC Bataan reinforces...

LED CHAMPIONS. Heads of DILG Bataan, DILG R3, P2 expertise and best practices
to the LGUs.
and BPSU ink the MOA for the nearing implementation of
LED4LGUs in the province. A drafted memorandum of
agreement was also presented to
Tripartite agreement for .. the MSAC to further strengthen and
seal linkages among its members
P1 approaches towards improving Hermogenes Paguia, and other personnel to spread collaborative efforts in
productivity of their locality. from the three institutions. delivering relevant services to the
The MOA signing was attended by LGUs of the province.
DILG R3 Director Karl Caesar Rimando, In the coming weeks, the teams are set
CDD Chief Ener Cambronero, CDD Asst. to conduct preparatory meetings to ensure Under the MOA, Bataan
Chief Lee Allen Pineda, DILG Bataan PD the smooth-running of the program. MSAC is envisioned to be the
Myra Moral-Soriano, BPSU President Afterwards, the local government units convergence mechanism to
Gregorio Rodis, BPSU Vice President will be attending a series of learning harmonize and streamline the
for Research, Extension and Training sessions on local economic development efforts of concerned parties in
for five consecutive Fridays. making positive change in the
communities of the province.
Once inked, this will push for a
more collaborative approach to
the delivery of public service.

Program Manager Allan
Don Malonzo, in his closing
message, hoped for a more
fruitful, sustainable and stronger
partnership with the MSAC
members in the future.

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FY 2022 FALGU, status of projects DILG Bataan LFP Team inspects the
tackled at 1st quarter LFP meeting ongoing 400-meter road project in
Poblacion, Morong.

by Mark Angelo T. Pumares

TO WRAP up the latest accomplishments relative to the implementation of locally
funded projects (LFPs) in Bataan, the provincial, city, and municipal LGU-implementers
gathered virtually during the 1st Quarter Provincial Assessment and Calibration of
LFP Status Reports on March 31, 2022.

PD Myra Moral-Soriano acknowledged proposals under the FY 2022 FALGU. As
the efforts of the participating local of this writing, at least 134 barangays
functionaries as the projects under FY 2021 and 10 P/C/MLGUs of the province have
Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction submitted their special budget requests to
Assistance Program (DRRAP), and Financial DBM with a total of 178 proposals.
Assistance to Local Government Units
(FALGU) have reached 76% and 35% To conclude the virtual meeting, CDS
completion rate, respectively. Chief Johnny Mandocdoc announced the
upcoming LFP-related capacity building
In addition to the presentation of activities for LGU personnel, followed by
physical and financial status of the projects, a message from Cluster Head Melissa
the Provincial LFP Team also commended Nipal emphasizing everyone’s effort in the
the proactive response of Bataan LGUs implementation of programs, which both
to the call for the submission of project delighted the whole team.

PD Soriano... LBC 142, tampok sa unang
serye ng ‘Umalohokan’
Orion (Kanlungan ng Mamamayan at
Lingapan ng Gabay ng Taga-Orion). ni Ayla Theresa V. Bugay

KAMALIG-Orion or the Orion IDINAOS NG DILG Bataan ang talakayan tungkol sa DBM Local Budget Circular
Sports Complex is a large multi-
purpose facility supported by the 2nd (LBC) No. 142 at iba’t-ibang programang pambarangay sa bago nitong programa na
congressional district of Bataan,
provincial government, LGU “Umalohokan” sa pamamagitan ng Zoom noong Marso 10, 2022.
Orion, DILG, and DPWH.
Ang oryentasyon ay dinaluhan ng mga nina Engr. Michael Angelo Masiclat at Engr.
The inaugurations were
graced by Gov. Albert punong barangay, mga kalihim at mga Mark Angelo Pumares ng DILG Bataan.
Garcia, Orion Mayor Antonio
Raymundo, Jr. and PD Myra Soriano. miyembro ng sangguniang barangay ng Napag-usapan din ang anti-drug
Said facilities will strengthen the
environmental management program lalawigan. campaign ng Bataan sa pamamagitan
of Orion and will provide a venue for
various activities of the municipality. Pangunahing tinalakay ay ang ni IO Glenn Guillermo ng PDEA R3. Sa

LBC 142 o ang LGSF-FALGU na isang huling parte ng talakayan, ipinakita din

programa ng pamahalaang nasyonal na ni LGOO III Danilyn Peña ang “Calendar

direktang nagbibigay ng tulong pinansyal of Barangay Deliverables” para sa taong

sa mga LGU at barangay upang 2022 upang maging gabay ng mga

suportahan ang iba’t barangay sa iba’t ibang programa ng

ibang programa DILG.

at proyekto sa Dinaluhan din ang oryentasyon nina PD

paghahatid ng Myra Moral-Soriano, Cluster Head Melissa

mga pangunahing Nipal, 12 C/MLGOOs at mga kawani ng

serbisyo para sa mga tanggapang panlalawigan.

mamamayan. Ang ‘DILG Bataan Umalohokan’ ay

Ang mga alituntunin, mga layong palakasin at linangin pa ang

dokumentong isusumite at mga kaalaman ng ating mga lokal na opisyal sa

prosesong susundin ng mga mga iba’t-ibang programa ng Kagawaran

barangay ay tinalakay at ng ating pamahalaan.

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F E AT U R E Ready, Responsive, Resilient:

New Year’s Call

The DILG Bataan Team BY ALLAN DON L. MALONZO
headed by Provincial
Director Myra Moral- wellness session was likewise held
Soriano held its traditional New to refresh the members of the team,
Year’s Call at Casa Veranda, improve their well-being and boost
Brgy. Tala, Orani on January stress management.
3, 2022.
The activity presented The year 2021 proved to be a
the general targets and successful and productive year for
strategies of the team DILG Bataan as it collected numerous
and set directions for major recognitions and awards from
2022. The team also the DILG Regional Office for the
kickstarted its “work team’s exemplary performance and
mode” by discussing accomplishments in implementing
programs from various DILG PPAs.
the Monitoring
and Evaluation As the country and province
Section (MES) move towards healing and
and Capability recovery, the DILG Bataan Team
Development is embracing the tall task of
Section establishing more progressive
(CDS). communities responsive to
A the needs of the Bataeños
by effectively implementing
a wide array of national
programs towards good
governance.

DILG BATAAN

LocallyFunded Projects

DINALUPIHAN
Procurement of Hygiene Kit
P100,000.00
100% completed

MORONG
Concreting of Forestry
Road at Brgy. Mabayo
P2,000,000.00
100% completed

To aid in the recovery and reconstruction CITY OF BALANGA
of the economy and livelihood in the
local government units that were directly Construction of Drainage System
affected by Taal Volcano eruption, Typhoon at Maria Lourdes Subducsion
Quinta, Super Typhoon Rolly, and Typhoon P375,575.00
Ulysses in 2020, the Department of Budget 100% completed
and Management issued the Local Budget
Circular No. 134. BAGAC

The said circular gave birth to the F.Y. 2021 Construction of Barangay Nursery
Local Government Support Fund - Disaster P140,273.00
Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Assistance 100% completed
Program or LGSF-DRRAP which funded the
various projects currently being implemented MARIVELES
in pre-identified provinces.
Purchase of Agriculture Tools to be Distributi
In this infographic, the DILG Bataan Locally- Distributed to the Farmers Farmers
Funded Projects Team intends to introduce the P155,500.00 P145,500
17 infrastructure projects, rehabilitation work
and livelihood programs in the provincial, city 100% completed ongoing d
and municipal LGUs of Bataan, which are all
expected to be completed by the end of third
quarter this year.

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HERMOSA PG Bataan

Repair/Rehabilitation of Drainage System Construction of Drainage
P1,355,088.00 System, Brgy. Nagbalayong,
100% completed Morong, Bataan
P3,000,000.00
ORANI 100% completed

Rehabilitation of Municipal Shed Construction of Slope
P173,734.00 Protection, Brgy. Sabang,
100% completed Morong, Bataan
P3,000,000.00
SAMAL 100% completed

Purchase of Geneator Set Rehab/Construction of Seawall,
P262,568.00 Brgy. Sabang, Morong, Bataan
Not Yet Started P6,095,980.00
100% completed
ABUCAY

Recovery Assistance to Farmers PILAR
Affected by Typhoon Ulysess
P117,454.00 Provision of
Not Yet Started Livelihood Assistance
P205,618.00
ORION 100% completed

Rehabilitation of Hanging Bridge
at Sitio Ormoc
P1,243,881.00

100% completed

ion of Trapal/Lona to LIMAY
Rehabilitation of Health Center Canopy at Front
0.00 Side Second Floor Damaged During Typhoon Ulyses
distribution P556,606.00
100% completed

Purchase of Grass Sickles
P155,369.00
ongoing distribution

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Barangay Assembly Poster Making Contest

1ST PLACE - MARK ANTHONY BAU 2nd Place - MARIONE KYLE W. GARCIA
(San Simon, Dinalupihan) (Pandatung, Hermosa)

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PROVINCIAL DIRECTOR/CONSULTANT MYRA B. MORAL-SORIANO, CESO V

CONTRIBUTORS LGOO VII Melissa D. Nipal ● LGOO VI Allan Don L. Malonzo ● LGOO V Johnny F. Mandocdoc
LAYOUT ARTISTS ● LGOO III Danilyn M. Peña ● LGOO II Joanna Marie M. Cruz ● LGOO II Michelle F. Samson ●
ADAS II Vangie C. Rodriguez ● ADA IV Ayla TheresaV. Bugay ● ADAS II Russel Jasper O. Rabacio
● ENGR II Mark Angelo T. Pumares ● PEO I Jean Margarette R. Dimaano

LGOO V Laverne C. Gonzales Jr. ● ENGR III Michael Angelo P. Masiclat

CIRCULATIONS ADA II Mario J. Dizon SCAN
MANAGER ME!

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P12 Bataan dominates 2021 Manila BAYani... DILG R3 honors...

P12 and dedication of retired DILG
employees. In his message, RD Karl
Caesar Rimando reminded everyone
to always put one’s best foot forward in
fulfilling their duties, all while enjoying
life outside work.
Along with the plaque of
appreciation awarded by RD Rimando
and PD Myra Moral-Soriano were
the heartfelt messages given by the
colleagues of “Kuya Ernie” (as the team
fondly calls him), reminiscing the good
• Barangay Environmental Jasper Rabacio and LGU functionaries of times they had with him.
Compliance Audit Top Performer (City the said LGUs. The activity was also attended by
Category) CDD Chief Ener Cambronero, FAD
The City of Balanga is also Chief Anita Adriano, HRMO Officer
•MunMicainpialalityBoAf YDainnialuApwihaarnds and acknowledged for being a consistent Crystal Pineda, Records Officer Mary
Incentives Regional 3rd Place – (Municipal top performer for six consecutive years Lady Queen Tayag, DILG R3 staff and
Category) through the collaborative efforts of the city DILG Bataan personnel.
government, CENRO, barangay officials, Subsequently, a provincial team
• Manila BAYani Provincial Top and the Balangueños. conference was also conducted to
Performing LGU provide important updates and
The Manila BAYani Awards and reminders on the deliverables of the
M• u20n2c1ipaFliisthyeorfieSsamCoaml pliance Audit Incentives (MBAI) aims to recognize Department. Major topics were the
(Regional Level) - 3rd place LGUs that have shown exemplary calendar of activities relative to the Seal
performance on the implementation of of Good Local Governance, reportorial
The ceremony was attended by PD their mandates and responsibilities under requirements from MES and CDS,
Myra Moral-Soriano, CLGOO Jomar environmental laws and policies that and some procedures under Quality
Cruz, MLGOO Cristy Blanco, MLGOO support the rehabilitation of Manila Bay. Management System.
Ma. Jasmin Bartolo, ADAS II Russel

Unity walk, covenant signing held for peaceful polls

by Joanna Marie M. Cruz
CITY OF BALANGA - The province of Bataan joined the entire nation in raising
awareness for orderly, honest and peaceful elections this year through a unity
walk, interfaith rally and covenant signing on Monday (March 14, 2022).

Barangays Alangan,...

P12 committee.
Alangan and Sta. Lucia will

represent Bataan and move on to the
LTIA regional assessment slated next
month.

LTIA was established to grant
recognition and incentives to outstanding
lupons for their contributions in
promoting and attaining the objectives
of the Katarungang Pambarangay.

The event gathered candidates religious sectors and other stakeholders. Cathedral Parish of St. Joseph (Balanga
gunning for various posts in the coming DILG Bataan Provincial Director Cathedral) where the peace covenant
May elections from the provincial, city signing was held.
and municipal level of Bataan, Philippine Myra Moral-Soriano also participated in
National Police, Commission on Elections, the activity. They started with a unity walk In her message, PD Soriano lauded
from Plaza Mayor de Balanga towards the and thanked all the political aspirants,
concerned agencies and stakeholders for
their commitment to ensuring a peaceful
and orderly May 9 elections.

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Officials from the City of Balanga take
center stage as they receive the awards
as the top-performing LGU in the 2020
National FishCA.

Issue No. X - 1st Quarter • Fiscal Year : 2022

Reaping 9 major recognitions

Bataan dominates 2021 Manila BAYani Awards
by Allan Don L. Malonzo
PROVINCE OF Bataan, with its component city, two municipalities, and one DILG R3 pays
barangay obtained a total of nine (9) major awards in the 2021 Regional Manila retirement tribute
BAYani Awardees at Kingsborough Convention Center, City of San Fernando,
Pampanga on March 23, 2022. for ‘Kuya Ernie’
City of Balanga
•2021 Fisheries Compliance Audit • Recognition of Mandamus Agencies: by Laverne C. Gonzales, Jr.
Regional Top Performer High Compliant LGU
•Manila BAYani Regional Top
Performing LGU • Three Consecutive High Compliant
•Manila BAYani Provincial Top LGU
Performing LGU Brgy. Lote Puero Rivas (City of
Balanga) P11

Barangays Alangan, Sta. Lucia declared
provincial champions in 2022 LTIA
by Allan Don L. Malonzo

CITY OF Balanga - The LTIA Provincial Awards Committee (PAC) convened on Indeed, the world’s longest coffee break
at the DILG Bataan Provincial Office for the annual search of outstanding lupons begiAnsDaAt oVnIe’Es rrneteisrteomMenatt.ias took a walk
under the Lupong Tagapamayapa Incentives and Awards (LTIA) of the DILG. down memory lane as DILG Region
III held a celebration for his 35 years of
Brgy. Alangan, Limay was once again become a first-time provincial contender selfless service in the Department, in a
declared as the provincial champion at the regional level. heart-warming retirement tribute at City
for the 1st to 3rd class municipality of Balanga, Bataan.
category. Brgy. San Ramon, Dinalupihan The Provincial Awards Committee
placed runner-up. Notably, Alangan is chaired by Dir. Myra Moral-Soriano, Dubbed as G.L.A.R.E. or Gateway
the national winner on last year’s LTIA, with heads and representatives from to Laidback Life and Accolade to
aiming for a repeat this year in the said DOJ, Regional Trial Court, PNP, Liga Retired Employees, the activity
category. ng mga Barangay (LnB) provincial acknowledges the perseverance P11
chapter and Bataan’s Host Lions Club,
Meanwhile, Brgy. Sta. Lucia, Samal as the NGO representative, validated
emerged as the winner in the 4th to the documents and the results
6th class municipality category and will submitted by the municipal awards P11

Unity walk, covenant signing held for peaceful polls P11