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DILG Central Luzon finally receives its much awaited
PRIME-HRM Level II

DILG Region III finally received its much awaited
Prime-HRM Level II Resolution for Process- Defined HRM
after having been recommended to have met all the
requirements on December 10, 2018.

On May 17, 2021, the Region celebrated another (center) DILG R-3 OIC Regional Director Jay Timbreza poses with
milestone in HRM excellence which was witnessed by (from left) HRMO III Crystal Joy Pineda, FAD Chief Anita Adriano,
OIC-Regional Regional Director Jay E. Timbreza, Division Director Emily R. Reyes and Ms. Amalia N. Trinidad from the Civil
Chiefs, and some of the DILG personnel at the DILG Service Commission during the awarding ceremony.
Regional Office III. This recognition was formally awarded
by Director Emily R. Reyes and Ms. Amalia N. Trinidad
from the Civil Service Commission – Field Office
Pampanga.

This award is a manifestation of the collective
efforts and contributions of the hard working men and
women of DILG Region III.

Outgoing RD Daquioag officially turns over
DILG R-3’s leadership to OIC RD Timbreza

DILG Region 3 held the transition and
turnover ceremony via Zoom Cloud Meetings on
June 07, 2021. This is in view of the Department
Order No. 2021-303 dated May 28, 2021
regarding the reassignment of Dir. Julie Daquioag
to DILG Region I and designation of Jay Timbreza
as the OIC-Regional Director of DILG RBeagtiaoannIII
(Central Luzon).

At this event, Dir. Daquioag formally

handed over her duties and responsibilities to OIC

-RD Timbreza, with the latter accepting the

accountabilities of the position. A short audio-

visual presentation, with messages coming the

directors, division chiefs, and personnel from the

Regional, Provincial, and City Offices, was also

shown to bid farewell to Dir. Daquioag as she

leaves her post and express support to Dir.

OIC-RD Jay Timbreza and outgoing RD Julie Daquioag during the turnover ceremony. Timbreza for his designation as the OIC-RD of DILG
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Region III.

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Table of Contents Central Luzon achieves 100% compliance 8
on the conduct of barangay assembly day
8
R-3 Ranks 2nd in LGU Compliance to the 2 DILG R-3 conducts Coaching on the Regional 8
Streamlining Requirements on BPLS Monthly Calendar of Activities Updating 9
Nationwide in the Cloud 9
10
DILG R3 led the Coaching on the Rollout of Lupon Tagapamayapa Incentives Awards 11
(LTIA) Regional Winners
BPLS/BPCO Online Monitoring System 2 12
R-3 Personnel reoriented on Public Service 12
“Let us sustain our excellent record and 3 Ethics and Accountability 13
performance” – OIC RD Jay Timbreza 14
Client Care and Public Assistance Training 14
Orientation on the Supervised Fieldwork 3 for Admin Aides conducted 15
(SFW) of the 53rd Batch Apprenticeship 16
Program held DILG Aurora launches BHERT-FRIENDS
Project Webinar Series
SBDP Team conducts Site Visit in Brgy. San
DILG Bataan, SK Mariveles launch pilot
Mateo 4 modular Asynchronous SKMT

Online Roll-Out on the Repeal of Policies for San Ildefonso, Bulacan conducts
Groundbreaking Ceremony for its
LGUs conducted 4 Multi-Purpose Building/ Evacuation Facility

DILG R-3 Capacitates Contact Tracers 5 More Youth Development-Oriented Projects
to be expected in Pampanga
51 LGUs in CL oriented on Streamlining BPCO 5
DILG Nueva Ecija rolls-out BHERT- FRIENDS
2nd Quarter LFP Calibration held 6 online webinar series

Central Luzon PLGUs undergo Training on Tarlac Rebel Returnees get aid from the
Government through E-CLIP
Green Procurement 6
2 Former Rebels in Zambales receive
R-3 leads Orientation on the Omnibus 6 Financial Grant from the Government
Guidelines in Monitoring M&E of Projects
under F.Y. 2021 LGSF Programs DILG Angeles City commends Balibago
for launching its Isolation Facility
DILG and LGU personnel in R-3 oriented on
DILG-Olongapo City Awards Safety Seal
the Safety Seal Certification Program 7

Region 3 holds 2021 Fisheries Compliance

Audit 7

R-3 COVID-19 Situation and LGU Response

featured in Talakayan Central Luzon 7

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Editorial Board

JULIE J. DAQUIOAG, Ph.D., CESO III JAY E. TIMBREZA, CESO V

Regional Director OIC-Regional Director

ANITA W. ADRIANO, CPA LERRIE S. HERNANDEZ, EnP. ENER P. CAMBRONERO, CESE

Chief, Finance and Administrative Division Chief, Monitoring and Evaluation Division Chief, Capability Development Division

PROVINCIAL AND CITY DIRECTORS

REGIONAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE DESIGNATED PROVINCIAL/ HUC INFORMATION
OFFICERS

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R-3 Ranks 2nd in LGU Compliance to the

Streamlining Requirements on BPLS Nationwide

BLGD Director Anna Liza F. Bonagua presents the
progress of all LGUs on the Ease of Doing Business.

Region 3 has been recognized as second in the Nationwide DILG R3 led the Coaching on
ranking of LGU Compliance to the Streamlining Requirements on the Rollout of BPLS/BPCO
Business Permit and Licensing System (BPLS) during the conduct of Online Monitoring System
Ease of Doing Business Conference 2021 with the theme,
“Enhancing Business Climate of Local Governments under the New
Normal” held on April 21, 2021 via Zoom Application.

Dir. Anna Liza F. Bonagua, Director of the Bureau of Local DILG R-3 conducted the Regional Coaching on The Roll
Government and Development, presented the progress of all LGUs Out of Business Permit and Licensing System / Building
on the Ease of Doing Business. As of April 2021, Region 3 lands on Permit and Certificate of Occupancy (BPLS/BPCO) Online
the 2nd spot, while NCR and Region 12 rank as 1st and 3rd Monitoring System on June 18, 2021 via Zoom Application.
respectively.
The online monitoring system was developed to
As of April 2021, Region 3 is 100% compliant to all New and systematically validate the compliance of local government
Renewal Business Permit Application revised standards, 98% units (LGUs) to the streamlining initiatives of the
compliant on BOSS for frontline services, with 173,662 number of government.
Business Establishment Registered and a total collection of
Php 4,944,557,858.16 from Business Taxes, Fees and other charges. Local Government Capability Development Division
Chief Ener P. Cambronero welcomed the participants and
The requirements for streamlining BPLS include the provided a short update on the Department’s PPAs.
establishment of Business One Stop Shop (BOSS), Adoption of
Backroom Operations, Automation or Computerization of BPLS, and ITO I Melerie Pineda, Unit Head of the Regional Infor-
Compliance to the standards on the processes of New and Renewal of mation and Communication and Technology (RICTU), led the
Business Applications. discussion on the Implementation of Business Permit and
Licensing System (BPLS) and Building Permit and Certificate of
DILG Region 3 has been monitoring vigorously the Occupancy (BPCO) BPCO/BPLS Online Monitoring System.
compliance of LGUs in reporting their compliance in various EODB
program especially in Streamlining the Requirements on BPLS; and pro- The activity was participated in by the DILG Provincial/
vides updates on the DILG Central Office’s online monitoring weekly. HUC EODB Focal and Alternate Person; and IT Officers.

The BLGD-DILG conducted the conference to support and
recognize all the LGUs in their efforts towards economic growth and
their role in establishing the environment for businesses by
implementing the initiatives on EODB.

The activity was participated in by various local officials and CDD Chief Ener Cambronero as he welcomes the participants.
functionaries from the 146 Cities in the Philippines, focal persons from Also in photo is LGOO V Darryl Salvador during the orientation.
DILG Regional Offices; and attended by Resource Persons from other
partner agencies and various Local Government Units. 2

By: LGOO II Sharlynn May M. Dimaliwat

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“Let us sustain our excellent record and performance”
– OIC RD Jay Timbreza

OIC-RD Jay Timbreza welcomes all members of the
RMC and encourages them to sustain excellent public
service.

DILG Central Luzon OIC-Regional

Director Jay E. Timbreza has reminded all

members of the Regional Management Team The accomplishments of the region in the implementation of various

to sustain the region’s excellent record and Programs, Projects and Activities (PPAs) as well as the realigned Operations Plan

performance in the implementation of the and Budget were presented for the information of all members of the Regional

Department’s programs and projects, during Management.
the conduct of the 2nd quarter Regional
Likewise, updates on the status of compliance as well as reminders on the
Management Conference on June 29, 2021. submission of various reports were also some of the topics discussed during the

In his welcome remarks, OIC-RD RMC.

Timbreza also emphasized the need to discuss Towards the end of the conference, Provincial Director Myrvi Fabia
all concerns and suggestions of all heads of thanked the Management team headed by OIC-Timbreza for the support being
offices and other concerned personnel to given to all Provincial Directors and for providing clear guidance and directions in
further enrich healthy working relationships carrying out the region’s deliverables.
and ensure outstanding performance.

Orientation on the Supervised Fieldwork (SFW) of
the 53rd Batch Apprenticeship Program held

With the key role of assisting the President in the exercise of Supervised Field Work (SFW) where the apprentices are assigned in
general supervision over LGUs, the DILG strongly believes in the an LGU considered to be high performing and responsive to the
continuous enhancement of its human resources, through various capacity programs of the Department and the National Government.
development interventions, to be more responsive to the robust demands
of good local governance. In preparation to SFW, DILG R3 conducted Orientation on
May 26, 2021 via Zoom Cloud Application. This is to present the
One of the capacity development interventions for Local salient features of the guidelines specifically the duties and
Government Operations Officers (LGOOs) is the Apprenticeship Program responsibilities of all concerned officers during the two (2) month
for LGOOs II and III (formerly Induction Training for LGOOs II and III). It is a SFW.
competency-based training program conducted by the Local Government
Academy (LGA), in partnership with DILG Regional and Sub-Regional In attendance were the members of the Training
Offices. Management Team, LGRRC Manager, SFW Coordinator, concerned
Provincial Directors & Municipal Local Government Operation
Also, One of the six (6) components of the said program is the Officers (SFW Supervisors).

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SBDP Team conducts Site The Support to Barangay Development Program
Visit in Brgy. San Mateo (SBDP) team under the Local Government Capability
Development Division – Project Development and
The SBDP team during the site visit Management Section of DILG Region 3, together with
Barangay Captain Florencio Abiol and his officials,
Online Roll-Out on the Repeal conducted a site visit in Barangay San Mateo,
of Policies for LGUs conducted Norzagaray, Bulacan on June 15, 2021.

DILG R3, in partnership with the Bureau of Local The visit was intended to inspect the areas on
Government Development and the Anti-Red Tape Authority, which the SBDP projects would be built and to inter-
spearheaded the conduct of the Online Roll-Out on the Repeal of view various beneficiaries on their experiences and
Policies for Local Government Units (LGUs) on May 12, 2021 via Zoom aspirations. Barangay Captain Abiol expressed his
Cloud Meetings. utmost gratitude and excitement for the upcoming
progress in the barangay. “Ako po ay napakaligaya
The main objective of the activity was to orient the Local noong malaman ko na isa kami sa mga barangay na
Government Units on the DILG-ARTA JMC No. 2019-01 entitled kasama sa programa ng NTF-ELCAC at DILG sapagkat
“Guidelines on the Regulatory Reform for LGUs Pursuant to the Ease mabibiyayaan po ang mga residente sa mga liblib na
of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery (EODB- sitio ng aming barangay.”
EGSD) Act of 2018” and how to operationalize the Regulatory Reform
Information System. The FY 2021 SBDP projects in Barangay San
Mateo involve concreting of farm-to-market road,
In her opening message, Regional Director Julie J. Daquioag construction of health stations, electrification, and
encouraged the concept of replication of best practices in order to distribution of livestock for breeding and fertilizer and
help enhance and improve the delivery of services of local seedlings.
government units.
The SBDP team is committed to regularly
On the other hand, ARD Jay E. Timbreza enjoined the LGUs monitor the projects in order to ensure their proper
thru his closing message to continually review, repeal and implement implementation and the maximization of benefits to
ordinances relative to the Ease of Doing Business in order to attract the residents.
more investors and businesses to operate within the Region.

Highlights of the said activity were the discussion on Concepts The participants in the Roll-Out on the Repeal of Policies
and Methodology of Regulatory Reform for LGUs, orientation on the
Committee on Anti-Red Tape, the overview of the Philippine Business 4
Regulations Information System (PBRIS) & Anti-Red Tape
Management System (ARTEMIS) and the walkthrough on the
Regulatory Reform for LGUs Information System (RR4LGUs IS).

In attendance were the members of the Regulatory Reform
Team & Committee on Anti-Red Tape, City/Municipal Local
Government Operations Officers and Provincial EODB focal persons.

By: LGOO II Angelyn B. de Guzman

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DILG R-3 Capacitates Contact Tracers

As COVID-19 continues to infect thousands Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP
of Filipinos daily, effective contact tracing remains CIDG) presented topics including an overview of emergency health
as one of the key public health tools to stop the responses, elements and associated risks of COVID 19, analyzing contact
chain of transmission. In the series of NTF Response tracing tools, and cognitive interviewing technique.
Cluster Meetings, the Contact Tracing Czar
manifested that the LGUs are somewhat confused In total, almost 2,000 DILG-hired and LGU contact tracers were
in terms of contact tracing the 2nd and 3rd further capacitated on their roles and responsibilities.
generation of close contacts and continue to stick
only with the 1st generation contacts.

With this, DILG Region 3, through the
Capability Development Division, spearheaded two
batches of Regional Roll-out on Enhancing COVID-19
Tracing Work: Advanced Guide for Local
Government and Contact Tracers on June 28 and
30, 2021 via Zoom Cloud Meetings Application.

Said activity provided new strategies and

approaches to enhance contact tracing work at the

community level to address the increasing trend of

COVID-19 cases and the scaling-up of the country’s

contact tracing efforts. Speakers from the

Department of Health (DOH) Region 3 and

51 LGUs in CL oriented

on Streamlining BPCO

DILG R-3 led the conduct of Online Training Roll-out on RD Julie Daquioag welcomes the participants while ADC Engr. Lee Allen
Streamlining Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy for LGUs Pineda presents the overview of the program.
cum Integration of Barangay Clearance on May 20, 2021 via Zoom
Application. Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC) & Fire Safety Inspection Certificate
(FSIC).
The activity was aimed to capacitate the remaining 51 target
LGUs in Central Luzon in the adoption and implementation of the Joint Later on, LGOO V Engr. Darryl L. Salvador discussed the LGU
Memorandum Circular (JMC) 2018-01: Guidelines in Streamlining the Implementation and Monitoring Mechanism.
Processes of the Issuance of Building Permits and Certificates of
Occupancy. A video recording of Dir. Anna Liza Bonagua, Director of the
Bureau of Local Government Development, discussing the DILG MC
With the objective of imparting knowledge and No. 2019-177 or the Guidelines in the Integration of the Issuance of
understanding on the salient features of the JMC, the DILG R3 Barangay Clearance in the permitting processes of cities and municipal-
collaborated with partner agencies, DICT and BFP, and LGU of City of ities was also presented to the participants.
San Fernando. The Training also strengthen the role of Building Officials
and other concerned LGU functionaries in implementing the standard For the last topic of the activity, Information System Analyst I
reforms stipulated in the JMC. Mayrielle Anne A. Bermas from DICT Luzon Cluster 2 discussed the
Introduction of Integrated Business Permit and Licensing System
RD Julie J. Daquioag welcomed the participants and (iBPLS).
commended everyone, especially the Barangays and LGUs, for
delivering the best services to the clientele in the midst of pandemic. ARD Jay E. Timbreza closed the activity and expressed his
gratitude to all the Resource Persons and Participants for joining the
Afterwards, ADC Engr. Lee Allen B. Pineda presented the one-day activity.
overview of the program as well as the Salient Features of JMC 2018-01
or the Guidelines in Streamlining the Processor for the Issuance of The activity was participated in by the LGU Functionaries and
Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy. MLGOOs from the 51 LGUs.

One of the Resource Person, Engr. Efren M. De Leon, the City By: LGOO II Sharlynn May M. Dimaliwat
Building Official of City of San Fernando, Pampanga, discussed the
Complementary Reforms of the JMC 2018-01: One Stop-Shop for
Construction Permitting (OSCP) and the Building Permit Process Flow
and Certificates of Occupancy Process Flow and General Task in the
OSCP. He also shared the best practices of CSFP in the integration of
Barangay Clearance in the Streamlining of BPCO.

Meanwhile, Fire Insp. Redentor M. Quiambao, Jr. from the
BFP Regional Office 3 shared the Process Flow for the Issuance of Fire

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2nd Quarter LFP Calibration held Central Luzon
PLGUs undergo
DILG Region 3 is determined to and DILG Provincial Engineers to Training on Green
ensure the continuous implementation present the status of LFPs and to discuss the Procurement
of the Department’s locally-funded issues encountered during the implementa-
projects. Regional and Provincial LFP tion proper. To continuously support the
Teams have been crafting strategies to Public Financial Management Reform
monitor said projects and to perform In his opening message, OIC Regional Area of the provinces and in response
their roles while observing the Director Jay E. Timbreza extended his to the observations during the
necessary health protocols. appreciation for the continuous efforts of all validation of the F.Y. 2020 Annual
LFP Focal Teams despite the current Reform Action Plans (ARAP) and F.Y.
In line with this, the LG – situation in the country. 2021 ARAP Targets of the Provincial
Capability Development Division Governance Reform Roadmap (PGRR)
(LG-CDD), thru the Project Develop- Indeed, despite the pandemic under the Conditional Matching Grant
ment and Management Section confronting our movements, all DILG Region to Provinces (CMGP) Program, the
(PDMS), spearheaded the conduct of III LFP Focal Teams remain committed to Project Development Management
the DILG LFPs Online Assessment and realize the vision and goals of the Section (PDMS) – CMGP Team
Calibration of Status Reports for the Department. facilitated the “Training on Green
Second Quarter of F.Y. 2021 on June Procurement for the Provincial
25, 2021 via Zoom Cloud Meetings Government Units of Central Luzon”
application. on June 08-09, 2021 via Zoom
Meetings Application.
The activity was participated in
by the DILG Regional and Provincial The meeting was participated
Focal Persons, Cluster Team Leaders, in by the members of the technical
and governance teams of the CMGP-
R-3 leads Orientation on the Omnibus PMO, PDMU Chief, CMGP Regional
Guidelines in Monitoring M&E of Projects Coordinator, DMO III, and CMGP
Provincial Engineers.
under F.Y. 2021 LGSF Programs
Engr. Gilbert Mondroy from
In light with Republic Act No. 11518, Programs on May 18, 2021 via Zoom the Department of Environment and
Cloud Meetings Application. Natural Resources (DENR) Central
otherwise known as the General Office served as the Resource Person
The activity was participated in by for the 2-day training who discussed
Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, the the officers and personnel from the DILG the Concept of Green Procurement
R3 PDMS, Provincial and Highly Urbanized and it’s Four (4) Principles including
DILG shall strengthen existing operational Cities (HUCs) Locally-Funded Project (LFP) the different approaches and benefits,
Teams. On the other hand, the team from and how to establish Green Public
mechanisms to facilitate the effective DILG-OPDS, Central Office served as the Procurement in an organization.

monitoring of projects and instill deeper The Resource Persons from the OPDS, DILG Central Green procurement is the
Office discussing the salient features of the Omnibus purchase of environment-friendly
sense of accountability among the Guidelines in Monitoring and Evaluation of Projects products and services, the selection of
contractors, and the setting of
beneficiary LGUs wherein significant under F.Y. 2021 LGSF Programs. environmental requirements in
contracts. Also known as green or
government resources are entrusted to environmental purchasing, green
procurement compares price,
them to implement priority projects technology, quality, and the
environmental impact of the product,
necessary in the delivery of basic services. service or contract. Its policies are
applicable to all organizations, regard-
Relative thereto, DILG less of size. It may be as simple as
purchasing renewable energy or
Memorandum Circular No. 2021-040 recycled office paper or more
involved such as setting
providing for an Omnibus Guidelines in environmental requirements for
suppliers and contractors.
Monitoring and Evaluation of Projects

under F.Y. 2021 Local Government Support

Fund (LGSF) Programs was issued on April

08, 2021 which details the mechanisms in

monitoring projects under the LGSF which

will be implemented by LGUs.

To have a common understanding

of the said policy, DILG R3, together with

the Office of the Project Monitoring

Services (OPDS) conducted the Orientation

on the Omnibus Guidelines in Monitoring

and Evaluation of Projects under F.Y. 2021

Local Government Support Fund (LGSF)

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DILG and LGU personnel in R-3 oriented on the
Safety Seal Certification Program

The DILG Regional Office III, in coordination with the Office of After that, the secretariat facilitated the open
the Undersecretary for Plans, Public Affairs and Communication forum wherein questions and concerns about the
(OUSPPAC) and Information Systems and Technology Management program were raised and addressed by the resource
Service (ISTMS), facilitated the Regional Orientation on the Safety Seal persons.
Certification Program via Zoom Cloud platform on June 15, 2021. The
activity was conducted to capacitate the DILG and LGU personnel and Lastly, LGOO V Maria Clarissa R. Dimatulac
to ensure uniformity of understanding in the implementation of the presented the SSCP monitoring template to be used in
said program. the submission of reports of the DILG and LGU
Inspection and Certification Team.
OIC-Regional Director Jay E. Timbreza highlighted the
importance of the Safety Seal Certification Program to increase the R-3 COVID-19
compliance of private and public entities with the minimum public Situation and LGU
health standards set by the national government. The overview of the Response featured
activity was delivered by MED Chief Lerrie S. Hernandez.
in Talakayan
Atty. Cezar Ryan Aquino, Executive Assistant IV from the Office Central Luzon
of the Undersecretary for Plans, Public Affairs and Communication
discussed the implementing guidelines on the Safety Seal Certification DILG Region III aired its second episode of Tala-
Program (SSCP). kayan Central Luzon via the DILG Central Luzon official
Facebook page and Zoom online platform with the
Furthermore, the Stay Safe.ph app was demonstrated by theme, “Gitnang Luzon COVID 19 Update, ating alamin,
Eduardo B. David Jr, ISTMS Data Analyst during the orientation to Pagtugon ng Lokal na Pamahalaan, ating talakayin”.
encourage LGUs and participants to adopt and use the digital contract
tracing application. During the first segment of the activity, De-
partment of Health Region III OIC-Regional Director
Region 3 holds 2021 Corazon Flores presented a comprehensive status of
Fisheries Compliance Audit the Central Luzon COVID 19 update specifically on the
total no. of cases, recoveries, deaths and fatality rate
The Manila Bay Fisheries Compliance Audit Regional Validation per province; age group and sex of affected patients;
Team (RVT) composed of Department of the Interior and Local and vaccination program status in the region. She also
Government, Department of Environment and Natural Resources, shared important health protocol tips that should be
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, and Parish Pastoral Council observed at home, workplace and public places to avoid
for Responsible Politics, conducted the 2020 Fisheries Compliance spread of the virus.
Audit Table Assessment and Online Interview of coastal LGUs within
the Manila Bay watershed area. DILG-III Assistant Regional Director Jay
Timbreza facilitated the discussion of the first and
In consideration of the existing health protocols, the Regional second segments of the activity while Project
Validation Team conducted the said table assessment through an Development Officer Jairo Singian served as the host.
online platform on June 2 – 10, 2021.
Pls. turn to page 9
To finalize the results of the audit and determine the level of
compliance of each coastal LGU, the RVT conducted a Final Table
Assessment on June 18, 2021. The Manila Bay PMT presented the
additional MOVs of each LGU based on the agreement on the
conducted table assessment.

The said activities aim to validate the submitted means of
verifications of concerned LGUs and assess the implementation of
LGUs relative to the Fisheries Laws and other related policies. Of the 20
Coastal LGUs in Region III Manila Bay Watershed area, 15 LGUs
garnered a score of 70% above and 5 LGUs failed in the 2021 audit.

Balanga City, Bataan has the highest compliance score and
affirmed as the 2021 FishCA Regional Top Performer, followed by the
Municipality of Sasmuan, Pampanga (2nd Placer) and Municipality of
Samal, Bataan (3rd Placer).

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Central Luzon achieves DILG R-3 conducts Coaching
100% compliance on on the Regional Monthly
Calendar of Activities
the conduct of Updating in the Cloud
barangay assembly day
To establish a
For the 1st Semester CY 2021, Central Luzon achieved monitoring tool of the
100% compliance rating on the conduct of Barangay Assembly activities being conducted
Day. Face-to-face conduct of assemblies was only done in by the different divisions,
barangays without prevailing COVID-19 issues. Other sections and units at the
barangays resorted to the modified conduct of barangay
assembly such as the use of video teleconferencing, social RITO Melerie Pineda while presenting the features of the Google Calendar
media platforms, distribution of flyers, leaflets or similar
materials, and recorrida or mobile announcement due to the Regional Office, a Coaching on the Regional Monthly Calendar
current situation in their community. of Activities using the Google calendar application was
conducted on April 28, 2021 via Zoom online platform.
DILG Regional Office III was commended by the
National Barangay Operations Office (NBOO) for the untiring The activity was participated in by regional office
efforts, dedication, and hard work of all the men and women personnel from the three divisions including the Office of the
of the region. Regional Director. The main objective of the activity was to
equip the participants with the needed knowledge and skills on
Pursuant to Section 397 of Republic Act. No. 7160 how to use the Google calendar application.
otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991,
every barangay is mandated to conduct an assembly, at least Regional Information and Communication Technology
twice a year, to promote accountability, transparency, and Unit (RICTU) staff facilitated the activity by presenting the
interaction between and among the barangay officials and features and a walkthrough of the Google Calendar application
residents. highlighting on the setting of schedules and activity details in
respective Google mail account of the divisions.
Lupon Tagapamayapa
Incentives Awards (LTIA) The regional monthly calendar of activities is
maintained through the LGRRC Online Resource Portal
Regional Winners (tinyurl.com/LGRRC3online) and posted in the DILG Region III
website (region3.dilg.gov.ph).
DILG Region 3 commends the top performing Lupon
Tagapamayapa of Central Luzon in each category for their It is aimed to avoid coinciding activities (both on-line
and face-to-face) at the Regional Office. This will also serve as
exemplary performance in implementing Katarungang guide to all regional and field offices’ personnel on the various
Pambarangay despite the current COVID-19 pandemic. activities scheduled by the Regional Office operating units.

1st-3rd Class Municipality Category: Brgy. Pagas, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija
Brgy. Alangan, Limay, Bataan 1st Runner-Up
Regional Winner
Highly Urbanized City Category:
Brgy. Balucuc, Apalit, Pampanga Brgy. Balibago, Angeles City
1st Runner-Up Regional Winner

Brgy. Rizal, San Marcelino, Zambales Brgy. New Kalalake, Olongapo City
2nd Runner-Up 1st Runner-Up

4th-6th Class Municipality Category:
Brgy. San Cristobal, Licab, Nueva Ecija
Regional Winner

Component City Category:
Brgy. Malpitic, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Regional Winner

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Assistance Training
R-3 Personnel reoriented for Admin Aides
on Public Service Ethics and

Accountability

DILG R-3 thru the Personnel Section conducted the Public
Service Ethics and Accountability: Personality Development Webinar
to all the interested DILG Region 3 personnel on June 01, 2021. In
partnership with LifeRisks PH, Mr. John Ian Wilzon Dizon, President of
LifeRisks PH, facilitated the discussion regarding the said topic.

The webinar was aimed to provide awareness on the DILG Region III held a webinar entitled “Client Care and
different aspects of personality and how they can integrate these in Public Assistance Webinar” for all Administrative Aides,
effectively serving the clientele. Moreover, the topic was also related particularly utility workers and drivers on June 4, 2021.
to the current challenges due to the pandemic; in which the talk
focused on resiliency and work-life balance. Mr. Eugene Ponio, Manager of Speech Masters and
Driving Masters facilitated the activity that highlighted the
With this program, the participants were able to harness and importance of health and safety protocols which are necessary
enhance their public service values towards attaining a higher quality for the welfare of the employees and the clients. The speaker
of work and become productive and successful in doing their craft. also discussed the different ways to disinfect company vehicles
and office places. Moreover, the training also focused on the
changes on the rules and regulations established by the Land
Transportation Office (LTO).

With this program, the participants were able to be
further equipped with the information that are vital in
performing their tasks related to health and safety.

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R-3 COVID-19...

In the second segment of the activity, Mayor DOH R-3 Director Corazon Flores (above photo) provides updates on the COVID 19
Eleonor D. Dominguez of Zambales shared their best situation and status of vaccination program in the region; ((below photo) Mayor
practices and measures in handling the COVID 19 Eleonor Dominguez of Castillejos, Zambales shares effective strategies of
pandemic specifically in the mobilization of the Barangay the LGU in COVID 19. Also in photo ate OIC RD Jay Timbreza and PDO Jairo
Health Emergency Response Teams (BHERTs), provision of
financial assistance to COVID 19 victims and Singian
implementation of effective communication strategies on
the benefits of the vaccination program being conducted
by the municipal government.

At the end of each segment, Director Flores and
Mayor Dominguez answered and clarified questions of
online viewers on the Region III COVID 19 update and LGU
best practices in combatting the pandemic, respectively.

The Talakayan Central Luzon, which is being aired
live via DILG Central Luzon official FB page and zoom
platform, is a program which aims to inform and educate
the general public on the various programs of the
Department in maintaining and strengthening good local
governance including the government’s efforts against
COVID-19.

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Provincial/ HUC News

DILG Aurora launches
BHERT-FRIENDS Project

Webinar Series

The Province of Aurora, taking the challenge of PRRD DILG Aurora PD Ofelio Tactac, Jr delivers his opening remarks during the
for a collaborative effort between departments and agencies launching.
in this fight against COVID-19, conducted the Provincial Roll-
out of Online Webinar Episodes of the BHERT-FRIENDS Project, facilitated the open forum wherein questions and other
May 3, 2021. concerns were raised and properly address by the resource
speakers.
This activity, also known as BHERTs – First
Responders in Ending NCOV Diseases (BHERTs Friends) Overall, the activity successfully served as a venue to:
Project, aims to enhance and capacitate the Barangay Health (1) Remind the Punong Barangays and BHERTs of their
Emergency Response Teams (BHERTs) in the Province. respective roles in addressing COVID-19; (2) Strengthen the
capacities of BHERTs; (3) Facilitate collaboration of
The one-day webinar session was sliced into two stakeholders in the operation of BHERTs; and (4) Engage the
episodes: 1. “Engaging BHERTS for a Safer Community” and 2. community into work with the government to achieve the
"BHERTS in Action: Safeguarding the Community”. common goal in thwarting the COVID-19 pandemic.

The two episodes highlighted functions of BHERTS, The conduct of the BHERT FRIENDS PROJECT webinar
the National Vaccination Program, and the Contact Tracing series is in adherence to the Barangayyan Program developed
Program as discussed by representative from the Provincial by the Department in accordance with the COVID-19
Health Office. Management Program in the country.

Atty. Ofelio A. Tactac Jr., Provincial Director, Gerald Philip DC. Esteves
acknowledged the vital role of the BHERTs as the first
responders in this time of pandemic and their distinguished
contribution in managing the spread of the COVID-19 disease.
He noted that as long as the BHERTs, community and National
Government work together, the efforts will be more efficient
and effective.

LGOO VII Dennis A. Daquiz then presented the BHERT
-FRIENDs Project efforts of the DILG and DOH such as conduct
of stakeholder’s forums and capacity development
interventions and distribution of pocket guides for BHERTs.

Afterwards, LGOO VI Mary Joyce T. Bautista discussed
the Facts about COVID-19 and reiterated the BHERTs roles and
responsibilities in the management of COVID-19 in the
community. Ms. Bautista also shared various safety tips for
BHERTs in the exercise of their functions during day-to day
activities.

Ms. Venus Pagaduan, Provincial Coordinator for
National Immunization Program of the Provincial Health Office
discussed the latest update on the National Government’s
Immunization Program. Ms. Pagaduan also discoursed about
Case Identification and Investigation, Case Finding:
Surveillance and Contact Tracing, Case Management and
Monitoring, Quarantine and Isolation. Ms. Pagaduan also
encouraged all BHERTs members and barangay officials to get
vaccinated, not only for their own protection, but for their
families and the entire country.

Lastly, LGOO V Florenz Zaira B. Buenconsejo

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DILG Bataan, SK Mariveles launch pilot modular
Asynchronous SKMT

SK secretaries and treasurers of Mariveles, Bataan log into an online assessment to evaluate their learning from the modular training under the
supervision of MLGOO Haidee Balicolon and Jael Petalan, SK Chairperson of Brgy. LGRC - San Carlos.

Pursuant to the SK Reform Act of 2015, Sangguniang participants to study the modules and learn important
Kabataan officials must undergo mandatory training to be aspects at their own pace.
able to fully perform their duties and responsibilities.
To ensure that the SK secretaries and treasurers
To address the challenge posed by the pandemic learned from the one-week online training, a one-hour
in the conduct of this activity, DILG Bataan, in partnership online assessment was conducted by the DILG training
with the SK Municipal Federation of Mariveles, concluded management team, and supervised by LGOO VI Haidee
its first Asynchronous Sangguniang Kabataan Mandatory Balicolon, MLGOO of Mariveles. San Carlos Punong
Training (ASKMT) at Mayor San Carlos L. Sarreal Public Barangay Jester Ivan Ricafrente and SK Chairperson Jael
Library and Learning Hub, San Carlos, Mariveles, Bataan Petalan also supported the activity.
on April 19, 2021.
A certificate of completion will be given to the
This pioneering activity was also in collaboration training participants, and be full-fledged SK officials, after
with Barangay San Carlos, through its barangay Local the evaluation of their assessment results and reflection
Governance Resource Center (LGRC). paper.

Said ASKMT was facilitated through the online/ After the successful implementation in Mariveles,
distance learning method via Modules 1 to 3 distributed ASKMTs are expected to be performed in other Bataan
on April 12, 2021. A seven-day period was given to the LGUs in the succeeding months.

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San Ildefonso, Bulacan
conducts Groundbreaking

Ceremony for its
Multi-Purpose Building/

Evacuation Facility

The Municipality of San Ildefonso, Bulacan DILG Bulacan PD Darwin David together with other local officials and guests
conducted a Ground Breaking Ceremony for the New during the ground breaking ceremony.
Municipal Complex and Construction of Multi-Purpose
Building/ Evacuation Facility located at Barangay III Jhea M. Gregorio and Engr. Tristan Jell Q. Hiteroza.
Anyatam on May 28, 2020.

In her message, Municipal Mayor
Carla Galvez-Tan expressed her gratitude for the
support, especially to Mr. Ramon S. Ang, President of
San Miguel Corporation, who donated the lot where the
Multi-Purpose Building/Evacuation Facility and the New
Municipal Complex will be constructed.

The Construction of the Multi-Purpose
Building/Evacuation Facility is under the F.Y. 2021 Local
Government Support Fund-Disaster Rehabilitation and
Reconstruction Assistance Program (LGSF-DRRAP) and
has a total project cost amounting to Php 23M. This is
intended to be used by families and individuals who
might be affected by disasters or any calamity that
requires evacuation.

LGSF-DRRAP aims to aid in the recovery and
reconstruction of the economy and livelihood in the
Local Government Units (LGUs).

The activity was attended by DILG Bulacan
Provincial Director Darwin D. David, together with LGOO

More Youth Development-Oriented Projects to
be expected in Pampanga

New and comprehensive programs, projects, services Hon. Gabriel Moshe Lacson, Pampanga SK Federation
and activities will be delivered to the youth sector of President, expressed his sincere appreciation to the constant
Pampanga through the implementation of responsive and support of DILG Pampanga in empowering the youth of the
participatory Local Youth Development Plans (LYDPs).
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With the initiative of DILG Pampanga, Federation
Presidents of the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) and Local Youth 12
Development Officers of the 21 cities and municipalities were
oriented on the Convening of LYD Council and Formulation of
LYDP last June 22, 2021 via online meeting platform.

Relevant policies and procedures were discussed during
the said capacity development training which was actively
participated by the said youth leaders. SK budgeting process
and step-by-step procedures in crafting an ideal plan were
given emphasis too. Ms Alyona Bondoc, LYDO of Mexico, as
one of the resource speakers also shared their actual
experiences on how they were able to successfully organize
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DILG Nueva Ecija rolls-out BHERT-FRIENDS
online webinar series

To fortify the capacities of Barangay Health Monitoring”. Program Manager and LGOO VI Alfa Krista C. Reyes, on the
Emergency Response Teams (BHERTs) in the province, DILG other hand, discussed “Quarantine and Isolation”. Concluding the
Nueva Ecija, through the leadership of Provincial Director roll-out was LGOO V Anna Marie P. Batad who discussed “Safety Tricks
Renato G. Bernardino, conducted “Building Healthy for BHERTs”.
Communities by Enhancing Capacities and Revitalizing BHERTs
Towards COVID-FREE Philippines-First Responders In Ending LGOO III Maricar Janice C. Perez and LGOO II
Ncov Diseases” (BHERT-FRIENDS) Project Online Webinar Marie Chia S. Roncesvalles hosted the activity while LGOO III Philip
Series Episodes 1 and 2 titled: “Engaging BHERTs for a Safer Nathan B. Moral and LGOO II William Philip A. Villena handled its
Community” and “BHERTs in Action: Safeguarding the technical aspects.
Community”, respectively, on May 3, 2021 via Facebook Live. from page 12
The activity was participated in by BHERT members in the
province. More Youth Development...

Jumpstarting the activity were DILG Secretary province. BM Lacson further emphasized the importance of crafting and
Eduardo M. Año and DOH Secretary Francisco T. Duque III implementing the LYD Plan and establishing a cohesive partnership with
who delivered their keynote messages. Secretary Año, in his the LYDO for the Kayanakang Kapampangan.
speech, stressed that the DILG hopes that the online webinar
series will not only enhance the knowledge and skills of In her message, PD Myrvi Apostol-Fabia said, “Considering the
BHERTs but will also train them on how to apply techniques health crisis we are facing now , I know that serving the public and
on their response to disasters and emergencies. Secretary providing services for the youth posed big challenges to our youth
Duque, on the other hand, extended the sincerest gratitude of leaders. It is at this point that we need to work together and be more
DOH to the BHERTs for the unwavering sacrifice of their time committed to support and sustain the efforts of the Government to rise
and energy to protect the citizenry from the pandemic. The from this pandemic.”
secretary said that the BHERTs are our modern-day heroes
and that the DOH, the DILG and the LGUs are working hand in
hand to further strengthen their capacities in the implementa-
tion of minimum public health standards and COVID-19 case
identification, detection and management.

Subsequently, DILG Undersecretary
Jonathan E. Malaya in his welcome message, implored the
BHERTs to find greater meaning in their key roles of
safeguarding the community and encouraging those who are
experiencing COVID-19 symptoms to consider BHERTs as their
friends during their illness.

Thereafter, NBOO Director Dennis D. Villaseñor
introduced the BHERT-FRIENDS Project. He emphasized that
the project’s aim is to enhance the knowledge and skills of
BHERT members in the performance of their mandated duties
and functions and to strengthen their capabilities especially in
this time of pandemic. Following NBOO Director Villaseñor
was NBOO Assistant Director Debbie T. Torres who introduced
the Barangayyan Agenda.

Afterward, LGOO III Vivorey S. Lapitan presented a
backgrounder of the BHERT-FRIENDS Project. LGOO III Lapitan
also discussed “Facts on COVID-19”, “Getting to Know BHERT”
and “Management of COVID-19 in the Community”.

LGOO III Lapitan was followed by LGOO V Kimberly
Ruiz who discussed “10 Things about the COVID-19
Vaccination Program Everyone Must Know”. Then, LnB
President Eden C. Pineda and DILG Undersecretary for
Barangay Affairs Martin B. Diño led the call for solidarity and
call for action, respectively.

Further, LGOO V Edgardo V. Adriano, Jr. discussed
“Case Identification and Investigation”, “Case Finding:
Surveillance and Contact Tracing” and “Case Management and

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Tarlac Rebel Returnees get aid from the
Government through E-CLIP

Tarlac City, Tarlac - Nineteen former Tarlac Governor Susan A. Yap and Vice Governor Carlito S. David, together with the E-Clip
members of the National People’s Army committee, lead the awarding and distribution of the assistance to the nineteen former rebels
(NPA) and five former members of the
Militia ng Bayan (MB) in the province of “Malayong mas magandang maging parte ng solusyon kesa maging dagdag sa
Tarlac, who recently surrendered to the problema. Kung mayroon mang pagkukulang ang gobyerno sa inyong ‘tingin, bukas
authorities, were given financial naman ang aking opisina upang makinig sa inyong mga hinaing.”
assistance amounting to P1,384,000
under the government's Enhanced DILG-Tarlac Provincial Director Belina T. Herman commended the FRs for
Comprehensive Local Integration deciding to return to the fold of the law and assured continuous assistance from the
Program (E-CLIP). national government especially with the strengthened implementation of President
Rodrigo Duterte's Executive Order No. 70.
Tarlac Governor Susan A. Yap and
Vice Governor Carlito S. David, together Meanwhile, PCol. Renante C. Cabico of Tarlac Police Provincial Office reiterated
with the E-Clip committee, led the the importance of convergence in achieving the success of President Rodrigo Duterte’s
awarding and distribution of the flagship peace program aiding former rebels and that the remunerations aim to effect
assistance to the nineteen former rebels, social healing and national unity towards reconciliation and peace.
in which 8 FRs were from San Jose, 5
from Sta Ignacia, 2 each from Camiling On behalf of her fellow FRs, alias Jenny expressed her appreciation to the
and Capas and 1 each from the government for giving them not only a second chance but also a renewed hope and
municipality of Mayantoc and Tarlac City. means of recovery from their deviation. She said that the financial aid from the
government will help them ensure a better life for their children.
Each former NPA member was
awarded livelihood assistance worth Also present were, Mr. Robert Magno of PSWDO-Tarlac, Sta Ignacia Mayor Nora
P50,000 and additional immediate T. Modomo, Camiling Mayor Erlon C. Agustin, San Jose Mayor Romeo G. Capitulo, and
assistance of P15,000 each, while former other representatives from partner agencies like the DILG, PNP, and PSWDO.
MB members received P15,000 as
immediate assistance and each former
rebel was awarded reintegration
assistance worth P21,000 in the E-CLIP
awarding ceremony held at the
Bulwagang Kanlahi (Diwa ng Tarlac)-
Tarlac City on May 12, 2021.

During the program,
Governor Susan A. Yap congratulated and
encouraged the FRs’ to approach her
office and ask for assistance on whatever
they might need on starting and
maintaining a better life, stating:

2 Former Rebels
in Zambales

receive Financial
Grant from the

Government

Two (2) Former Rebels (FRs) in the Zambales Governor Hermogenes E. Ebdane, Jr., together with DILG Zambales PD Armi Bactad
province of Zambales were given financial during the provision of assistance to former rebels
assistance amounting to Php80,0000.00
under the government's Enhanced
Comprehensive Local Integration Program
(E-CLIP) to start anew in the mainstream
society and help them improve their living
conditions.

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from page 14 government’s peace and development efforts.
“Napapanahon na talaga para magising tayo. Yung
2 Former Rebels .. ginagawa ng ating pambansang pamahalaan sa
pangunguna ng ating Pangulong Digong Duterte ay
Former Militia ng Bayan member received Php15,000.00 as isang malaking bagay, kasi ito yung tinatawag natin na
Immediate assistance while a former New People’s Army (NPA), received pinagsama-samang pamamaraan para mapigilan na
Php65,000.00 –as immediate and livelihood assistance in an awarding itong problema natin.” Governor Ebdane said.
ceremony held at the Balin Sambali, Iba, Zambales, June 16, 2021.
Moreover, PD Bactad lauded the former rebels
The awarding of checks was administered by Governor for deciding to return to the fold of the law and assured
the continuous assistance from the national govern-
Hermogenes E. Ebdane, Jr., together with DILG Zambales Provincial ment especially with the strengthened implementation
of President Rodrigo Duterte’s Executive Order No. 70.
Director Armi V. Bactad, 1LT Norman Oliver H. Adlaon of the Armed Forces or the whole-of-nation approach that aims to address
the root causes of insurgency to end local armed con-
of the Philippines (AFP), PMAJ Bryant B. Odien of the Zambales Provincial flict in the countryside.

Police Office (ZPPO), and Ms. Carmela D. Pacis of Provincial Social Welfare To this date, DILG Zambales has so far distribut-
ed a total of Php1,390,000.00 worth of immediate and
& Development Office (PSWDO). livelihood assistance to 27 former rebels (including 1
In his message, Governor Ebdane gave his appreciation to the two rebel with firearm remuneration) who returned to the
fold of the government.
former rebels who had surrendered and returned to the government. He
asked for the cooperation of the former rebels to reintegrate back to the Aside from the financial assistance, the FRs also
community, be with their families, and start over with their new normal received gift packs from Governor Ebdane.
lives. He also thanked the national government agencies in helping to end
the local communist armed conflict in the province by supporting the Also present were PCMS Rico E. Mantes, TSg

Romulo V. Somera, TSg Elmor S. Gargoles, ADAS II King
Andrew Phil A. Apsay and ADAS II Denver S. Yumul from
Philippine National Police (PNP), Philippine Army (PA),
Philippine Air Force (PAF) and Department of the Interi-
or and Local Government (DILG), respectively.

E-CLIP program which is a complete package of
assistance to former rebels is one of the flagship pro-
grams of the current administration that seeks to ad-
dress social healing and national unity toward the high-
er objective of having just and lasting peace.

Denver S. Yumul & King Andrew Phil A. Apsay

DILG Angeles City commends Balibago for
launching its Isolation Facility

In line with the COVID-19 response of the City
Government of Angeles, Barangay Balibago, headed by PB
Rodelio H. Mamac spearheaded the launching and blessing
of Gueco Balibago Elementary School (GBES) Isolation
Facility on May 17, 2021.

DILG Angeles City Director Martin Porres B. Moral
commended Barangay Balibago for putting up another
project that will benefit all COVID-19 affected individuals.
He also ensured the Department’s continuous support to all
the endeavors of the local government.

The isolation facility will cater the close contact/s
of the COVID 19 positive patients in the city. This will help
control the home transmission of those Close Contact/s
that are waiting to undergo RT-PCR Test and RT-PCR Result.

Based on the assessment of the City Health Office,

ACDRRMO, BHERTs and DILG Contact Tracers majority of

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DILG Olongapo awards from page 15
Safety Seal to the City
DILG Angeles City ..
The DILG-Olongapo City Inspection and Certification Team with officials of the city pose
during the awarding of the Safety Seal the COVID-19 positive patients were infected
with the virus in their workplace and
transmitted in their homes.

In his message, PB Mamac shared the
barangay’s health situation in April 2021 where
an increase in positive cases was recorded.
According to him, the presence of the isolation
facility will eventually help decrease the COVID
cases in the LGU. He added that all close
contacts will be isolated while waiting for the RT
-PCR test results. Two days upon receipt of the
negative result and if the close contact is a
symptomatic, he or she will be allowed to go
home. On the other hand, those whose RT-PCR
results are positive will be transferred to
separate rooms while facilitating their transfer
to the city’s isolation facility.

Angeles City Mayor Carmelo Lazatin, Jr.
expressed the city government’s support to the
barangay’s initiative. He also reminded
everyone to be responsible citizens and follow
safety protocols all the time.

The activity was attended by Councilor
JC Aguas, Parish Priest of Barangay Balibago,
School Principal of Gueco Balibago Elementary
School and Resident Doctor of the Isolation
Facility.

The Inspection and Certification Team during the conduct of the audit Maria Leah A. Sajili and PMAJ Joseph Albert
G. Seño, PNP Representative, inspected the
The DILG - Olongapo City Inspection and Certification Team City Hall Complex, check the establish-
issued the Safety Seal to the City Government of Olongapo on June 29, ment’s compliance to Minimum Public
2021 for ensuring that the health protocols against COVID-19 are being Health Standards (MPHS) and use of
complied with in the city hall complex. StaySafe.ph application.

During that ceremonial awarding of the Seal, City Mayor The Safety Seal Certification
Rolen C. Paulino, Jr. received the Safety Seal Certification from DILG Program aims to increase the compliance of
City Director Amada T. Dumagat and the members of the Inspection private and public entities with the
and Certification Team. minimum public health standards set by the
government. Moreover, the program seeks
“Isa sa mga dahilan kung bakit ‘di pa rin tayo to encourage the adoption and use of the
(City Government) nag-iisyu ng Safety Seal, gusto ko sana na ‘yung City Stay Safe.ph digital contact tracing
Government mismo mag-comply muna sa Safety Seal,” said Mayor application, as well as, to increase the
Paulino. “Hopefully, pati yung mga barangay, lahat ng police stations, confidence of clients and consumer as the
lahat ng government offices ay mag-apply na, magkaroon ng Safety nation safely reopens the economy.
Seal din para tayo ang unang nag-comply bago natin pina-comply sa
mga mamamayan.” The Safety Seal is a physical
manifestation of the compliance of an
Prior to the awarding, the DILG Inspection and Certification establishment to the minimum health
Team composed of LGOO V Fernando M. Erese, Jr., City Fire Director standards required by government to
contain the spread of COVID-19.

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
REGION III

Diosdado Macapagal Government Center
Maimpis, City of San Fernando, Pampanga

tel. no. (045) 455-2405
email address: [email protected]

website: region3.dilg.gov.ph