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LGU-DAGUPAN TURNS OVER SEC. ANGARA’S 3-STOREY MULTI-PURPOSE BUILDING TO BRGY. BONUAN BOQUIG

The newly constructed multi-purpose building which was sponsored by DepEd Sec. Sonny Angara was officially unveiled and turned over by the City Government of Dagupan led by Mayor Belen T. Fernandez to the residents of Barangay Bonuan Boquig.

The newly constructed building is set to cater the residents of ONE BONUAN which is composed of Barangays Bonuan Gueset, Boquig and Binloc, designed to conduct events and activities, and can be used as evacuation center.

Part of the local chief executive’s agenda is to develop the city’s infrastructures which will directly benefit the Dagupeños, especially the poor.

“First of all, we’d like to thank Atty. Ope Reyna, chairman of the Dagupan City People’s Council for facilitating the required process for this project”, Mayor Belen said, adding, “more importantly, we give our special thanks to our beloved DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara for sponsoring this very timely project. He’s been a good friend, a brother for all Dagupeños. We are very grateful, I’m sure he’s happy that his project now benefits the citizens of Dagupan, especially here in One Bonuan”.

“Asahan niyo po na habang tayo ay nakaupo ay patuloy po natin isusulong ang mga magagandang proyekto para sa ating siyudad. Priority po natin palagi ang pag-aasikaso, pagtatrabaho ng mga proyekto na magbe-benefit po sa ating mamamayan,” she said.

For his part, Barangay Captain Joseph Maramba expressed his gratitude to the city government, adding that the multipurpose building is one of many projects received by their barangay.

Mayor Fernandez also shared that some of the road projects under Supplemental Budget No. 2 amounting to 557,276,830.53 pesos approved by the SP New Majority Councilors will commence soon in the said barangay.

Present during the ceremony were Boquig Council led by Barangay Capt. Joseph Maramba, SK Council led by SK Chairman Ava Jel De Guzman, Bonuan Gueset Barangay Capt.  Noel Bumanglag, City Engr. Josephine Corpuz and Ms. Danee Canto,  and DPWH representatives.

 

 

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EVEN BEHIND BARS, YOU CAN MAKE YOURSELF BETTER

In partnership with the University of Luzon and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), we are launching today, December 10, the “College Behind Bars’ Scholarship Program thru signing of Memorandum of Agreement.

Joining us in our commitment to a brighter future where NO ONE SHOULD BE LEFT BEHIND, are JSSupt. Florante Nisperos, Regional Director – BJMP PRO-1, Jail Chief Inspector Lito S. Lam-osen, Dagupan BJMP, Jail Inspector Lilia E. Ventura, FemaleJail Warden, Prof. Saycy Samson, Director for Students Office – University of Luzon, Sangguniang Panlungsod New Majority Councilor Michael Fernandez, together with Atty. Joey Tamayo, Former SK Federation President Councilor Joshua Bugayong, Dra. Jaja Cayabyab and the Dagupan City Scholarship Committee.

This is part of our literacy intiatives for persons deprived of liberty (PDL) to gain a chance at education starting of with 30 PDL scholars as pilot beneficiaries of the program.

University of Luzon likewise assured the learning delivery modality for the PDLs thru online training sessions which will also serve as a rehabilitation for them to return to being citizens and not to be outcast in the society by the time they get out of jail.

Today is God’s given gift for us to help those in need. Indeed, we are blessed to be a channel for blessings to others.

 

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INAUGURATION & TURN-OVER OF NEW BOLOSAN COVERED COURT GYM AT JJDVSTVSS & BES

The City Government of Dagupan headed by Mayor Belen T. Fernandez led the inauguration and turn-over of the newly constructed covered court gymnasium for Judge Jose De Venecia Sr. Technical Vocational Secondary School (JJDVSTVSS) and Bolosan Elementary School (BES) in barangay Bolosan today, December 10.

“Unli projects dito sa Brgy. Bolosan. Ramdam po namin ang inyong pagmamahal…Salamat po sa pakikipag laban para sa amin.” Barangay Capt. Nancy P. Morris expressed, grateful for the newly constructed covered court to conduct their school activities, special occasions, and can be used as an emergency evacuation center.

“Lahat ng mga improvements, especially sa ating mga public schools ng ating siyudad, ay naging posible na ngayon dahil sa ating approved budget.” Mayor Belen stated expressing joy for the consecutive projects implemented to the city for the constituents, especially the indigent.

“Just yesterday, we had a groundbreaking for the Super Family Health Center in Brgy. Malued and a turnover of a 3- Storey Multi-purpose Building with roof deck in Brgy. Bonuan Boquig…We are moving forward,” she added.

KUNG WALANG SAGABAL, ANG PROGRESO’Y HINDI MABAGAL.

Joining the ceremony were Vice Mayor Bryan Kua, Councilor Michael Fernandez, Councilor Dennis Canto, Councilor Jigs Seen, Mr. Marvin Mabia, Ms. Danee Canto, DepEd Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Rowena Banzon, Public Schools District Superintendent Dr. Alicia Quimboy, Medarlo V. De Leon, Principal IV, Jonathan J. Salazar, School Head of BES, Maribel E. Sabado, SPTA President, department heads, teachers, Bolosan Council

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“Star ng Pasko, Kita ko! Nagbalik Kulay ang Buhay Ko”

Cataract patients now enjoy brighter eye sight ensued to the Free Eye Check-Up, Cataract and Pterygium Screening and Operation Program through the help of the LGU-Dagupan’s partner doctors and specialists from Tzu Chi Medical Foundation.

The program “Star ng Pasko, Kita ko! Nagbalik Kulay ang Buhay Ko” gathered cataract patients in unity and expressed their heartfelt gratitude towards Mayor Belen Fernandez today, December 6 at the City Hall.

The local chief executive shared how blessed she is to have partners who tirelessly support her unliserbisyo programs that greatly contribute to the city’s overall progress.

“Maswerte nga po ako na mayor kasi maraming tumutulong sa akin. Kahit anong hirap ang aking pinagdaanan bilang mayor ng Dagupan, nandyan po, nasa tabi lang po yung mga tumutulong sa ating mga programa,” she said.

The mayor also ensured that the city government will sustain its efforts to improve the lives of the Dagupeños.

“Ang hangarin ko po bilang mayor ng Dagupan, hindi po kailangan lapitan ninyo kami, kami po ay lalapit sa inyo,” she added.

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DAGUPEÑO ATHLETES JOIN BATANG PINOY 2024, BAGS MEDALS IN BP AND UAAP SWIMMING TOURNAMENT

Young Dagupeño athletes participate in the national sports competition Batang Pinoy 2024, held from November 23-28, 2024, at Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.

Taekwondo athlete Jandy Viari captured the city’s first silver medal in the Taekwondo – Kyurogi Cadet Division Under 148CM while Gymnast and Dagupeña developmental athelete Bettina Zoe Ilaw bagged the city’s first bronze medal in the Gymnastics – WAG HP3 category.

City athletes James Elliazar Quinto and Seneka Quimson placed first in the Boxing and Table Tennis elimination rounds, respectively.

The rest of the city’s sports team, headed by Sports Development Officer IV Finnela T. Sim, will compete in the upcoming swimming competitions.

Taking place at the same time as the Batang Pinoy 2024, Dagupeño swimmer Gab Jizmundo clinched the gold medal in the 4×50 Freestyle Relay and the silver medal in the 4×50 Medley Relay in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 87 Swimming Tournament.

Dagupan City Mayor Belen T. Fernandez led the send-off ceremony and the distribution of the qualified young athletes’ allowance from the city government and sports gear from TYR Philippines, Sports Resources Inc., and CSI Group of Companies last November 16, 2024, at the City Mayor’s Office.

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DAGUPEÑO CENTENARIAN RECEIVES 100,000 PESOS

Dagupeño centenarian Petrolina F. Suarez, was awarded with a centenarian gift amounting to P100,000 and a Plaque of Recognition from the national government led by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos through the Department of Social Welfare and Development on November 20, 2024.

Bai Loleng turned 100 years old last October 25 of this year, and aside from the cash gift, the city government of Dagupan led by Mayor Belen T. Fernandez handed a P20,000 cash grant through Acting City Mayor Bryan Kua, Office of the Senior Citizens Affairs and City Social Welfare and Development for reaching 100th year.

Mayor Belen thanked President PBBM in a post for the recognition given to the centenarian residing from barangay Caranglaan.

“Maraming salamat po sa ating nasyonal na gobyerno, sa ating mahal na Presidente PBBM sa pagkakaloob ng pagkilala at pagmamahal sa ating centenarian mula Barangay Caranglaan,” the local chief executive stated.

This was through the Republic Act No. 11982 or the “Centenarian Act of 2016”.

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CITY TURNS OVER AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY TO LOCAL FARMERS

The City Government of Dagupan handed over Agricultural Machinery to local farmers in a turnover activity today, November 15, at the Dagupan City Plaza.

Mayor Belen Fernandez assured the farmers that the city is working hard to ensure that allocated funds, especially in the agricultural sector, would benefit them the most.

“Kaya kung ano yung pondo na meron, sisiguraduhin po natin na makakatulong po sainyo.” the mayor said.

One hundred fifty (150) local farmers of the city from barangay Mangin, Salisay, Tebeng, Malued and Bolosan received a total of fifteen (15) units of Kuliglig (Hand Tractor), ten (10) units of Water Pump, and Engine Set complete with accessories and fittings.

City Agriculture Office Head Mary Ann Salomon reported that this was the result of efficient communication between the local government unit and the city’s farmers with the goal of responding to their needs.

In a call for Dengue Prevention, the City Health Office – Sanitation Division and Epidemiology Unit led by Armie Claveria also turned over ten (10) units of Misting Machines to be received by ten (10) identified barangays.

The activity is a testament to the city’s efforts in achieving Sustainable Development Goals 1 (No Poverty) and 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).

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ALS’ PROGRAM’S 3-STOREY BUILDING, SOON TO RISE AT JUAN P. GUADIZ ELEM. SCHOOL

The construction of a Three (3) Storey Skills Training Building at Juan P. Guadiz Elementary School is set to rise soon, as confirmed by Mayor Belen T. Fernandez today, November 14, at Brgy. Bonuan Gueset.

The project is a close collaboration between the Local Government Unit (LGU), Department of Education (DepEd) Dagupan City Division headed by Dr. Rowena Banzon and Alternative Learning System (ALS) focal person Edwin Ferrer.

City Engineer Josephine Corpuz shared that the building will contain several rooms specific for skill-based operations, particularly for training, laboratory, cookery for meat and fish processing, welding area, conference room and other training facilities.

The local chief executive then ensured that the city would not stop supporting the city’s education sector, especially students under the ALS program.

“Hindi po tayo hihinto na we will continue to support education and mas lalo sa mga out-of-school (OYS) youth.” the mayor emphasized.

On behalf of JPGES Principal Reynaldo Cabusi, Teachers Club President Virginia Sales shared words of gratitude, guaranteeing that this building will significantly help and positively impact their student’s schooling.

The project was made possible through the approval of the city’s Supplemental Budget No.2, amounting to a total of 557,276,830.53 pesos.

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3-STOREY 9-CLASSOOM SCHOOL BUILDING AT NORTH CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, SOON TO RISE

A 3-storey 9-classroom school building will soon to rise at North Central Elementary School at Brgy. Bonuan Gueset, one of the many projects under the Supplement Budget No.2.

Barangay Captain Noel Bumanglag and Dr. Agape Nabua, Principal IV of NCES personally thanked Mayor Belen T. Fernandez for the project during her onsite inspection today, November 14, after the SP New Majority approved the budget.

Doctor Nabua shared that the number of enrollees are increasing, which the brand new school building is expected to accommodate the rising number of students.

“Kailangang kailangan ng aming paaralan ang bagong classroom kasi po tumataas ang enrollment, tsaka yung mga existing buildings po dito na 1-storey lang po ay kailangan na ng replacement po talaga,” Doctor Nabua said.

According to Barangay Captain Bumanglad, it will also serve as an evacuation center during times of calamity since the said barangay is part of the coastal area of the city.

Alongside with this almost 3 year-delayed project, during the first term of the local chief executive, she funded for the construction of NCES gymnasium, which was formally inaugurated last March 24, 2015, and a 3-storey building.

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SATELLITE CITY HEALTH OFFICE BUILDING FOR REHABILITATION

Mayor Belen T. Fernandez authorized the rehabilitation of the Satellite City Health Office Building during her rounds in the area of One Bonuan, along with Barangay Captain Noel Bumanglad and City Engineer Josephine Corpuz today, November 14.

The establishment is expected to be the health center of residents from One Bonuan which is composed of barangays Gueset, Boquig and Binloc but its operation stopped since the time of the past administration according to Mayor Belen.

“Gagawin natin ang lahat ng ating makakaya upang ang ating mga mamamayan dito sa One Bonuan ay hindi na kailangan pumunta sa bayan. Lalagyan natin ng doctor, gamot at lahat po. Ibabalik po natin lahat,” the local chief executive said.

Barangay Captain Bumanglag thanked the mayor for putting up a budget, initially P500,000, for its rehabilitation, serving all the residents of One Bonuan.

 

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CITY OPENS AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES

The City Government of Dagupan, led by Mayor Belen T. Fernandez, opened the city’s Affordable Housing Project for low-income families through an orientation earlier today, November 14, at the Dagupan City Plaza.

Aside from low-income families, the project will also prioritize the Local Government Unit (LGU) employees and Pag-IBIG Members.

During the coordination meeting, Pag-IBIG Membership Drive, and Fund Briefing with the city government employees, the local chief executive explained the importance of investing and owning your home.

“Pag mag-invest kayo ng bahay niyo, invest niyo ngayon, yung tatlong libong (3000) piso niyo after five (5) years to ten (10) years wala ng halaga yun, para na lang siyang five hundred (500) pesos. By that time, ang sweldo niyo pataas na nang pataas. Hindi niyo na mararamdaman ang inyong hulugan, kumita pa kayo dahil tumaas na yung presyo ng bahay. ” the mayor explained.

Fernandez continued her discussion, sharing her vision regarding this project.

“Kasi ang plano namin labing-isang (11) building ang itatayo. One thousand one hundred (1100) na bahay ang dapat nating maitayo” she added.

Mayor Belen thanked the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and the PAG-IBIG Fund for their help in making this program possible for Dagupeños.

The housing program is aligned with President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino (4PH) program with the aim of improving the lives of every Filipino through the acquisition of a livable home for them and their families.

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IKA-128 KAARAWAN NG AMA NG DAGUPAN NA SI SPEAKER PEREZ, IPINAGDIWANG

“Maligayang Kaarawan, House Speaker Eugenio Perez Sr., Founding Father of the Dagupan City Charter!”

Ito ang pagbati ng mga Dagupeño sa ika-128 Birth Anniversary ni dating House Speaker Eugenio Perez Sr., may akda ng Republic Act No. 170, o Charter of the City of Dagupan.

Kasama ang buong lalawigan ng Pangasinan, pinangunahan ni Mayor Belen Fernandez ang pagdiriwang sa lungsod ng Dagupan sa pamamagitan ng isang makabuluhang programa at pag-aalay ng bulaklak sa bantayog ng dating House Speaker ngayong ika-13 ng Nobyembre, sa Brgy. Herrero-Perez.

Sa mensahe ng alkalde, binigyang diin nito ang pagkilala sa hindi matatawarang papel na ginampanan ng dating House Speaker Perez lalo na para sa siyudas ng Dagupan.

“Sa nakalipas na 77 years, lagi tayong nagbabalik tanaw upang kilalanin, parangalan at panatilihing buhay siya sa ating alala dahil kanyang binigyang anyo at hugis ang ating mga pangarap at pagkilala bilang isang maunlad na bayan,” mensahe ng alkalde.

Nais ni Mayor Belen na sikaping turuan ang mga kabataan na huwag limutin si House Speaker Perez dahil sa pagbukas nito ng pinto sa tuloy-tuloy na pagunlad dala ng pagiging opisyal na pagkakatatag ng Dagupan bilang lungsod.

Kasamang sa pagdiriwang sina Vice Mayor Bryan Kua, Councilor Michael Fernandez, Councilor Jigs Seen, PNP Dagupan Chief Brendon Palisoc, BFP Dagupan Chief John Michael Escaño, Barangay Council led by Kap. Generoso “Richie” Gomez, Herrero-Perez SK Council led by SK Chairman Jean Paul Casaclang, City Tourism led by Ma’am Sharon Maramba and Rex Catubig, barangay tanods, BHWs and other barangay officials.

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