LUPOng Mamamahayag - 3Q 2022

The Official Newsletter of DILG La Union Provincial Office

LUPOng Mamamahayag

July - September 2022

100% LPOCs of LU rated Functional for 2019, 2021

Pursuant to DILG Memorandum Circular No. For 2019, 12 local government units (LGUs) were
2022-013 dated February 16, 2022, the given a perfect score: City of San Fernando, Agoo,
Department of the Interior and Local Government Aringay, Bacnotan, Bauang, Caba, Naguilian,
(DILG) through the organized Provincial/ Rosario, San Juan, San Gabriel, Santo Tomas and
Regional Audit Team conducted the audit for Sudipen.
the twenty-one (21) Local Peace and Order
Councils (LPOCs) of La Union in May 2022. Said The Municipality of Tubao joined the
councils were audited based on the following abovementioned LGUs in achieving a perfect
pillars: Organization, Policies, Plans and Budget, score for 2021.
Meetings, Reports, General Supervision, and
Innovation. The Functional Ratings of all the LPOCs of the
province were clear manifestations of their
On August 3, 2022, the DILG Central Office finally exemplary performance and their steadfast
released an Advisory confirming that the twenty- support to the POC programs of the government
one (21) LPOCs of La Union successfully garnered and in the effective implementation of programs,
Functional Ratings in the said POC Performance projects and activities promoting peace and
Audits for the years 2019 and 2021. The results order in their localities.
can also be accessed in the “Results” tab of the
POC Audit Portal thru the POPSP-PCMS. By: LGOO V Joralyn F. Villasan

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Editorial Board PCL La Union Chapter
elects new officers
Advisers
The Philippine Councilors
REGGIE R. COLISAO, CESO V League (PCL) La Union Chapter elected its
Provincial Director new set of officers for the term 2022-2025 on
August 26, 2022 at the Hotel Ariana, Bauang
ROCELYN CHARINA B. FLORA La Union. The Department of the Interior and
LGOO VII/Cluster Leader Local Government La Union Provincial Office
------- (DILG LUPO), headed by Provincial Director
Editor-in-Chief Reggie R. Colisao, CESO V, facilitated the election
proper, along with PCL Interim President
NICOLETTE MAY O. AMON Tanya Roberta A. De Guzman and Sanggunian
LGOO VI/ Program Manager Panlalawigan Secretary Donato Rimando.

------- Hon. Pablo C. Ortega of the City of San Fernando
Lay-out Artist won as the Provincial Federation President with
Hon. Judylyn O. Garcia of Tubao as Vice-President.
JULIE ANN B. QUILATES Hon. Tanya Roberta A. De Guzman of Bauang
LGOO II and Hon. Lucia Esperanza O. Valero of the City of
San Fernando were elected as Secretary General
Contributors and Tresurer, respectively.

OLIVIA MAE N. DE GUZMAN (continued on page 3)
MLGOO, DILG Balaoan
About the Paper:
JORALYN F. VILLASAN
LGOO V The name of the paper, LUPOng
Mamamahayag is a wordplay to refer to
CARLO P. APOSTOL the La Union Provincial Office (LUPO)
LGOO II and the Filipino
term Lupon, which
JACQUILYN O. DUCUSIN means a group
LGOO II formed for a
certain purpose.
OLIVIA KAYE B. FINN Hence, our team
LGOO II was formed to
recognize and
INGRID IRA M. IGNACIO communicate to
LGOO II the public the
significant contributions of various
JULIE ANN B. QUILATES stakeholders, and the impacts of these
LGOO II efforts in pursuit of excellent public
service.
Photos
DILG LU Staff
DILG Field Officers

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Further, voted as Auditor is Councilor Jane A. Gonzales from Bacnotan, Betty Jean L. Arsitio from
Burgos, as their Public Relations Officer and Anthony M. Villanueva from Santo Tomas, as the
Business Manager. Eight Federation Directors were also voted namely: Isagani L. Dumaoang
(San Gabriel), Raul C. Flores (Rosario), Herminia H. Ordinario (Balaoan), Georgina Estepa-Flores
(Naguilian), Pepito A. Alba Jr. (Agoo), Editha R. Millares (Santol), Genoveva L. Obra (Aringay), and
Louie V. Fontanilla (San Juan).

The new set of PCL Chapter Officers took their Oath before Governor Raphaelle Veronica “Rafy”
Ortega-David. Hon. Elmer O. Datuin of Baguio City also graced the activity as the PCL national
representative.

By: LGOO II Jacquilyn O. Ducusin

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DILG LU Personnel get Second Booster of Vaccine

The Department of the Interior and Local Government La Union Provincial Office (DILG LUPO)
headed by Provincial Director Reggie R. Colisao were given COVID booster shots on July 21, 2022
at the DILG Regional Office.
The Provincial Health Office (PHO) of La Union provided the vaccine for personnel belonging to A1,
A2 and A3 categories. This is one of the many efforts of the Provincial Government to keep the
population protected and to prevent the spread of infection.
As of date, the number of active cases in the province has significantly decreased as the LGUs and
national government continue to implement health and safety protocols.

By: LGOO II Olivia Kaye B. Finn

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VMLP La Union Chapter elects its Officers

The Vice Mayors’ League of the Philippines (VMLP) La Union Chapter conducted its
election meeting for the term 2022-2025 on July 19, 2022 at the Diego Silang Hall, Provincial
Capitol, La Union. This is pursuant to VMLP Constitution and By-laws and Election Policy Guidelines
and DILG MC No. 2022-067 dated May 25, 2022 re: Vice Mayors’ League of the Philippines (VMLP)
Provincial Chapter Elections and Regional Assembly Elections for the Term 2022-2025

The Committee on Elections was chaired by the DILG La Union
Provincial Director Reggie R. Colisao, together with Hon. Manuel Victor "Mannix" R. Ortega Jr.
of San Juan and Hon. Reynaldo J. Flores of Naguilian who served as members. The committee
was assisted by the election secretariat composed of Cluster Leader Rocelyn Charina B. Flora ,
LGOO II Ingrid Ira M. Ignacio and AA III Ely A. Difuntorum.

VMLP Election Results

Position Name LGU
President City of San Fernando
Vice President Vice Mayor Alfredo Pablo R. Ortega
Secretary General Agoo
Treasurer Vice Mayor Antonio A. Eslao
Auditor Sudipen
Public Relation Officer Vice Mayor Melvin G. Macusi
Board of Directors Santo Tomas
Vice Mayor Winnie N. Doctolero
Caba
Vice Mayor Ronnie P. Mangaser
Bangar
Vice Mayor Virgelio M. Dabalos
Pugo
Vice Mayor Bryan T. Balloguing Balaoan
Vice Mayor Carlo Castor U. Concepcion Aringay
Vice Mayor Maria Isabel D. Diaz Bacnotan
Vice Mayor Francisco Angelito L. Fontanilla Burgos
Vice Mayor Annie A. Patinglag

By: LGOO II Ingrid Ira M. Ignacio

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DILG R1 orients LU LGUs on RLIP

Over 130 participants from the 20 Local government units (LGUs) of La Union participated in the
Orientation-Workshop on the Results-based Monitoring and Evaluation of LGU Infrastructure
Projects (RLIP) on July 13 and 15, 2022. The activity was conducted by the Department of the Interior
and Local Government (DILG) Regional Office 1 through a blended modality.
DILGRegionalDirectorJulieJ.DaquioagwelcomedtheLocalChiefExecutives(LCEs), localfunctionaries
and representatives from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) as well as DILG Field Officers. She
stressed the importance of measuring accomplishments and documenting the implementation of
locally-funded projects in order to gauge the impact and recognize the contribution of stakeholders.
DILG La Union, headed by Provincial Director Reggie R. Colisao, together with the Program
Manager Nicolette May O. Amon, Engr. Joey Andrew L. Lubrica and Project Evaluation Officer
Veronica L. Biascan, participated in the workshop.
Through the activity, participants were oriented on RLIP guidelines based on DILG Memorandum
Circular 2022-050 to facilitate the preparation of documents, and enrollment of LGU infrastructure
projects in the SubayBayan-RLIP system.

By: LGOO II Julie Ann B. Quilates

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LMP La Union Chapter elects its Officers

The League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) La Union Chapter conducted their election of
officers on September 12, 2022, at the PDRRMC- Emergency and Operations Center, Brgy. Sevilla,
City of San Fernando, La Union.

The Election Results are as follows:

Position Name LGU
President Atty. Aleli U. Concepcion Balaoan
Vice President
Secretary Hon. Nieri T. Flores Naguilian
Treasurer
Auditor Hon. Divina C. Fontanilla Bacnotan
Public Relation Officer
Business Manager Hon. Donna R. Crispino Caba
Directors
Hon. Lany B. Carbonell San Gabriel

Atty. Jonalyn G. Fontanilla-Piayas Tubao

Hon. Kurt Walter M. Martin Pugo

Hon. Eulogio Clarence Martin P. De Guzman III Bauang
Hon. Arturo P. Valdriz San Juan
Hon. Delfin C. Comedis,Jr. Burgos
Hon. Atty. Bellarmin A. Flores II Rosario,
Hon. Severino C. Carbonell Santo Tomas
Hon. Benjamin O. Sibuma Aringay
Hon. Virgilio C. Flor Bagulin

By: LGOO II Julie Ann B. Quilates

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PGLU selects CSOs for LSBs

The Provincial Government of La Union selected its representatives from Civil Society Organizations
(CSOs) for the Local Special Bodies (LSBs) as per DILG MC No 2022-083 on September 15, 2022
at the Hotel Ariana, Bauang, La Union. This was followed by the election of officers of the La Union
Coalition of Civil Society Orgqanization (LUCCSO), Inc.
A total of 106 accredited CSOs of La Union representing various sectors participated in the activity
which was also graced by Sangguniang Panlalawigan Members Hon. Ruperto A. Rillera, Jr. and and
Hon. Maria Rosario Eufrosina Nisce.
The Department of the Interior and Local Government La Union (DILG LU) headed by Provincial
Director Reggie R. Colisao rendered technical assistance in facilitating the selection. I her message
PD Colisao commended La Union for having a high turn-out of participants and enjoined the elected
officials and all the CSOs to be active. She also encouraged everyone to work hand in hand in helping
the Province realize its vision to be the Heart of Agri-Tourism in Northern Luzon by 2025.
Governor Raphaelle Veronica "Rafy" A. Ortega-David expressed her gratitude towards the CSOs for
their outstanding accomplishments for the past years and for extending relentless voluntary service
to the Province.

By: LGOO Ingrid Ira M. Ignacio

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NMYL La Union Chapter elects its Officers

Young Legislators from Region 1 aged 40 years old and below convened for the simultaneous
Regional and Provincial Reorganization and Election 2022 on September 27, 2022 at the
Monarch Hotel, Calasiao, Pangasinan.

The newly-elected officers for La Union Chapter are as follows:

Position Name LGU
1st District LU
Provincial Chairperson SPM Gerard G. Ostrea
Rosario, LU
Provincial Vice Chairperson SBM Jan Michael G. Viray
1st District LU
Provincial Secretary SPM Jennifer Mosuela-Fernandez
San Juan, LU
Provincial Asst. Secretary SBM Athena D. Lopez-Nang
Bauang, LU
Provincial Treasurer SBM Bonifacio A. Malinao, Jr.
Santol, LU
Provincial Asst. Treasurer SBM Roxanne M. Dangle-Arquero
2nd District LU
Provincial Auditor SPM Cynthia Angelica M. Bacurnay
Bangar, LU
Provincial P.R.O SBM Astaire Vance Iedritz P. Pinzon
Pugo, LU
Provincial Board of Directors SBM Michelle Boadilla-Lales Naguilian, LU
SBM Rupert Paolo M. Rillera III City of San Fernando, LU
SPM Kyle Marie Eufrosito Y. Nisce Luna, LU
SBM Imee V. Villa San Juan, LU
SBM Eusebio P. Lim II Luna, LU
SBM Decson C. Galvez Bagulin, LU
SBM Joel E. Nang-is City of San Fernando, LU
SPM Mark Anthony A. Ducusin

By: LGOO II Julie Ann B. Quilates

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La Union LGUs conduct CSO Conferences

The Provincial Government of La Union and and to encourage the CSOs to apply for
its component LGUs conducted Civil Society accreditation with their local sanggunian.
Organization (CSO) Conferences during the first
week of August 2022. The Department of the After the accreditation process, all accredited
Interior and Local Government La Union (DILG CSOs will meet to select representative -
LU) provided technical assistance through its organizations to the Local Special Bodies
provincial and field offices. (LSBs) and be the voice of the people in policy-
making, identifying issues, and recommending
The CSO Conference is held to orient participants appropriate interventions.
on the accreditation guidelines and raise their
awareness on the importance of civil society By: LGOO II Olivia Kaye B. Finn
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11 LGUs in La Union vie for CY 2022 SGLG

Eleven (11) local government units (LGUs) in La Union underwent the CY 2022 Seal of Good Local
Governance (SGLG) national validation on September 13-15, 2022.
The following are LGUs in La Union vying for the CY 2022 SGLG Award:

• City of San Fernando, La Union
• Municipality of Agoo, La Union
• Municipality of Aringay, La Union
• Municipality of Bacnotan, La Union
• Municipality of Bangar, La Union
• Municipality of Caba, La Union
• Municipality of Naguilian, La Union
• Municipality of San Juan, La Union
• Municipality of Santo Tomas, La Union
• Municipality of Santol, La Union
• Municipality of Tubao, La Union
The validation has two (2) phases, the Onsite Validation of selected LGU facilities, and document
review which also includes interviews with concerned personnel.
The national validators, namely: LGMED Chief Ray Gregory F. Jaranilla, LGOO VII Rizza D. Sion,
LGOO VII Elva Theresa D. Velmonte, LGOO V Naomi O. Oliva, and LGOO V April Fritz P. Viscaya are
from DILG Region 13 (CARAGA).
The Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) which was institutionalized through the enactment of
Republic Act No. 11292 or the SGLG Act of 2019, is an award, incentive, honor and recognition-based
program that aims to motivate LGUs drive to continuously improve their performance across various
governance areas.

By: LGOO II Julie Ann B. Quilates

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DILG advocates youth empowerment through
"HAPPY" Wemboree

The Department of the Interior and Local of Fire Protection (BFP), Department of Health
Government (DILG) Region 1 conducted the (DOH), and the Provincial Government of
Wemboree: Harnessing the Active Participation Pangasinan gave lectures and demonstrations
and Partnership of the Youth (HAPPY) towards throughout the 3-day activity.
a Disaster-resilient and Drug-free Philippines
Youth Camp on September 28-30, 2022 at the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Provincial Federation
Narciso Ramos Sports Complex, Lingayen, Presidents and Local Youth Development
Pangasina Offices (LYDOs) across the region participated
in the immersive experience to increase their
DILG La Union headed by Provincial Director understanding of their role in addressing social
Reggie R. Colisao, together with LGOO II Carlo issues on disaster resilience and illegal drug use.
P. Apostol, as well as focal point persons from
other DILG provincial offices rendered technical The activity is a way of enlightening the youth to
assistance as facilitators. inspire them to do more in contributing to the
achievement of local and national goals.
Representatives from the Office of Civil Defense
(OCD), Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau By: LGOO II Carlo P. Apostol

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DILG LU supports PNP's KASIMBAYANAN

To better address the diverse challenges in an
ever-changing society, the Philippine National
Police (PNP) revitalized the Kapulisan, Simbahan
at Pamayanan (KASIMBAYANAN) Program on
August 26, 2022 at the PNP La Union Police
Provincial Office, City of San Fernando, La Union.
The Department of the Interior and Local
Government La Union Provincial Office (DILG
LUPO) headed by Provincial Director Reggie R.
Colisao joined representatives from the Armed
Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Philippine Drug
Enforcement Agency (PDEA), and the Provincial
Government of La Union in discussing the
strategies to successfully implement the program.
The KASIMBAYANAN Program is a multi-sectoral program that provides convergence for the police,
the religious sector and the community to ensure public order and promote peace. It aims to address
the issues on peace and order at the grassroots and household level where police presence is minimal.

The program was
conceptualized by former
PNP Chief PGen. Rodolfo S.
Azurin, Jr. who wa also the
former Regional Director of
PNP Region 1.

By: LGOO II Carlo P.
Apostol

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DILG LU joins 3rd Quarter CY 2022 NSED

The Department of the Interior and Local Government La Union (DILG LU) participated in the 3rd
Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) for CY 2022 on September 8, 2022.

DILG LU personnel performed the "Duck, Cover and Hold on" as they joined other representatives from
other offices. The quarterly drill aims t This quarterly drill aims to promote disaster preparedness
among Filipino communities, particularly in the event of an earthquake. Said drill was spearheaded
by the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and participated in by various national government agencies and
local government units.

By: LGOO II Jacquilyn O. Ducusin

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La Union goes BambooHay!!!

In celebration of the 2022 Philippine Bamboo Month with the theme "Industriyang Kawayan
para sa Paglago ng Ekonomiya at Kalikasan," the La Union Bamboo Industry Development
(LUBID) Council, conducted a Bamboo planting activity cum Basic Bamboo propagationon
September 19, 2022 at the LGU Demo Farm in Aringay, La Union. The Department of the Interior
and Local Government La Union (DILG LU) participated in the activity as a member of the LUBID
Council along with partner agencies and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs).
Participants gained knowledge on the propagation of bamboo and harmonized the plans of the
council and NGAs for the La Union bamboo industry.
Bamboo is one of the most economically significant non-timber forest products globally. In the
Philippines, there are 62 species of Bamboo, 21 of which are endemic in the country. It has been used
for construction, furniture and handicrafts, fuel, and food. The government has been supportive in
developing the country’s bamboo industry and promoting the use of bamboo for socio-economic
development, environmental enhancement and power generation.

By: LGOO II Jacquilyn O. Ducusin

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Buhayin ang Pangangalaga sa Kalikasan:
Simultaneous Tree Planting Activity

Pursuant to DILG Memorandum Circular
2022-111 2022-111, the Simultaneous
Tree-Planting Activity with the theme,
"Buhayin ang Pangangalagaga sa Kalikasan,"
was conducted on September 13, 2022
in Barangay Gallano, Aringay, La Union.
Representatives from the Department of
the Interior and Local Government (DILG),
Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (DENR) Department of Agriculture
(DA), Department of Labor and Employment
(DOLE), Philippine Information Agency (PIA)
, Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of
Fire Protection (BFP), Provincial Government
of La Union, Municipal Government of
Aringay, Barangay Officials from Barangays
Gallano, basco and Manga, participated in the
activity.

Atty. Crizaldy M. Barcelo (ito ang correct
spelling), DENR Regional Executive Director,
in his inspirational message, encouraged the
participants to intensify efforts for a more
sustainable environment.

Forester Raymundo Cayat, Jr. briefed the
participants before distributing the 500
seedlings to be planted.

The tree planting activity is one of the
initiatives in advocating environmental
management towards greener and safer
communities.

By: LGOO II Ingrid Ira M. Ignacio

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Balaoan in Action through a BPOC Convention

The Municipal Government of Balaoan, La Audit 2022. She challenged everyone to maintain
Union organized the Barangay Peace and the HIGH rating of Balaoan in the coming years.
Order Committee (BPOC) Convention 2022
held last July 25, 2022 at the Balaoan Farmers’ The last morning session speaker was
Civic Center. Hon. Mayor Aleli U. Concepcion, Assistant Regional Director Freddie G. Lazaro
Chairperson of the Municipal Peace and Order of the Philippine Information Agency (PIA). He
Council of Balaoan, required members from 36 discussed the importance of cyber security and
barangays to be re-educated anew on topics how to spot malware and phishing operations
relevant to security, peace and order. of hackers. He also reminded the body about
the proliferation of fake news, that it is better
Mayor Concepcion emphasized the importance to share constructive rather than destructive
of continuous learning in order to become information.
effective government officials. She challenged
the participants to maintain open minds so they In the afternoon, the Bureau of Fire Protection,
could absorb the learnings from the activity as through SFOI Fernando Buccat, presented fire
she too will undergo a Newly-Elected Officials safety tips and demonstrated the use of fire
(NEO) program from the Local Government extinguishers. Team Leader Frederick Clemente
Academy. of the Philippine Army encouraged everyone to
participate in the nationwide implementation of
Representatives from the DILG La Union EO 70 or the Task Force to End Local Communist
Provincial Office were also present. LGOO VII Armed Conflicts.
Rocelyn Charina B. Flora delivered a message
from Provincial Director Reggie R. Colisao, CESO PMaj. Lawrence L. Ganuelas discussed the
V. Dir. Colisao extended her congratulations to favorable state of peace and order in the
Balaoan as it is the only LGU in La Union able to municipality. He also encouraged the audience
conduct a BPOC convention, an activity worth to support PNP’s program to provide technical
emulating by other LGUs. support to applicants of License to Operate
firearms, scheduled on August 2, 2022. He ended
In her lecture, LGOO VII Flora stressed the by talking about stray animals that is unsafe to
importance of peace and order in national neighbors, pedestrians and motorists at the
economic development, particularly on same time. He underscored that there is a penalty
investments and tourism aspects. She also towards owners of stray animals.
discussed the salient features of Katarungang
Pambarangay particularly those cases covered The convention was capped with the awarding of
by KP. As barangay officials, and BPOC members, Certificates of Appreciation and Recognition for
they too should have a working knowledge on all barangays that have obtained HIGH levels of
Barangay Justice System. functionality.

LGOO V Joralyn F. Villlasan, the provincial The BPOC Convention was a collaborative effort
focal person on peace and order of DILG La of the Municipal Peace and Order Council, the
Union thoroughly discussed the importance Liga ng mga Barangay and DILG Balaoan.
of updating the Barangay Peace and Order and
Public Safety Plan (BPOPS Plan 2022-2025) to By: LGOO V Olivia Mae N. De Guzman
be integrated in the Barangay Development Plan.
Moreover, she discussed the indicators and sub-
indicators of the BPOC Functionality Audit. She
also announced that all 36 Barangays of Balaoan
received a rating of HIGH Functionality for BPOC

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Mayor Concepcion delivering her MLGOO de Guzman discussing BPOC organization and functions
inspirational message

LGOO VI Flora discussing the importance of peace and order and BFP members demonstrating the
development use of fire extinguishers

ARD Freddie Lazaro of PIA LGOO V Villasan discussing POPS Plan and BPOC Functionality
discussing Cyber Security and how Auditfake news in social media
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Rediscovering La Union...

Wandering in the Province of La Union would not be complete without visiting the prime
capital of the province, the City of San Fernando. Aside from its establishments operating
within the vicinity and its rich history, it is also known for its natural paradise, the La Union
Botanical and Zoological Garden.
The Department of the Interior and Local Government La Union Provincial Office (DILG LUPO)
in coordination with the DILG City of San Fernando and the City Government conducted a Tree-
Planting Activity on August 3, 2022. The Botanical and Zoological Garden is a 55-hectare site
located in the mountains of Barangay Cadaclan, City of San Fernando, La Union. It is a 30-minute
ride/ drive away from the city plaza. This is not the typical zoo as there are only a few caged
animals. These animals are closely monitored due to injury or sickness. Once they are healed, they
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Together, let us save Mother Nature!

animals in cages mean that wildlife protection efforts are successful.

The DILG personnel were able to plant 50 grafted Rambutan seedlings
in the area. This activity was part of the DILG La Union Innovation:
LUPOng Mapagkalinga – an innovation to exude Social Responsibility
of DILG La Union personnel.

For those who have visited when they were younger, you can still add
the La Union Botanical and Zoological Garden to the bucket list, and
rediscover the nostalgia that only nature can offer.

By: LGOO II Olivia Kaye B. Finn

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Government Center, Aguila Road, Sevilla [email protected] (072) 607-7169 DILG La Union
Norte, City of San Fernando, La Union [email protected]