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Regional Peace and Order Council (POC) Performance Audit for CY 2023
The Department of the Interior and Local Government Region 1 is currently conducting the Regional Peace and Order Council (POC) Performance Audit for CY 2023 today, 09 June 2023, at the DILG RO1 Training Hall.
In his message, OIC-ARD Paulino G. Lalata, Jr., CESO V thanked the members of the POC Audit Regional Assessment Team (RAT) for attending their attendance and contributions during the activity.
The RAT is composed of representatives from the Philippine National Police, Bureau of Fire Protection, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), and National Chaplains of the Philippines.
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1st Quarter FY 2023 Regional Management Committee (RMC) Meeting cum QMS Planning and Management Review cum Regional Selections Board (RSB) Meeting
The Department of the Interior and Local Government R1 conducted its 1st Quarter FY 2023 Regional Management Committee (RMC) Meeting cum QMS Planning and Management Review cum Regional Selections Board (RSB) Meeting on January 15, 2024 at the DILG R1 Training Hall.
The said meeting was attended by the regional division chiefs, assistant division chiefs, provincial directors together with their respective cluster leaders, program managers and selected staff of DILG R1.
First Joint Regional Task Force 1 to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (JRTF1-ELCAC) Coordination Meeting with Cabinet Officers for Regional Development and Security (CORDS) DAR Sec. Conrado Estrella, III
January 11, 2023 |: The First Joint Regional Task Force 1 to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (JRTF1-ELCAC) Coordination Meeting with Cabinet Officers for Regional Development and Security (CORDS) DAR Sec. Conrado Estrella, III was held at Cozy Place Resort, Rosales Pangasinan.
The activity was attended by the members of the JRTF1-ELCAC Technical Working Group and Cluster Heads. DILG R1 Regional Director Jonathan Paul M. Leusen, Jr., OIC-ARD Paulino G. Lalata, Jr., LGMED Chief Rhodora G. Soriano, and LGOO IV Bernard Victor Ringor also participated the meeting.
The CORDS shall lead the JRTF-ELCAC to oversee the peace and development efforts in every region of the country.
The designated CORDS shall facilitate the management of the Whole-of-Nation Approach and Whole-of-Government participation and shall champion good governance in order to attain inclusive and sustainable peace.
Seven (7) LGUs and one (1) school were conferred with the beyond compliant Gawad KALASAG seal
DILG Region 1 Director Jonathan Paul M. Leusen, Jr., CESO III together with LGMED Chief Rhodora G. Soriano and LGOO VI Karen C. Castillo attended the 23rd Gawad Kalasag Awarding Ceremony on December 27, 2023 at EM Royale Hotel and Beach Resorts, San Juan, La Union.
Seven (7) LGUs and one (1) school were conferred with the beyond compliant Gawad KALASAG seal, while 72 LGUs were conferred for being fully-compliant.
The DILG serves as the Vice Chair on one of the four thematic areas of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management, namely, Disaster Preparedness.
Gawad KALASAG (KAlamidad at Sakuna LAbanan, SAriling Galing ang Kaligtasan) is an annual recognition for various stakeholders who promote and implement DRRM, climate change adaptation, and humanitarian assistance programs.
National Youth Summit 2023 and Awarding Ceremony
The DILG R1 through the Local Governments Capability Development Division (LGCDD) hosted today at the Thunderbird Resort the National Youth Summit 2023 and Awarding Ceremony with this year's theme is " Bida ka Kabataan para sa Bagong Pilipinas".
Usec. Felicito Valmocina of Barangay Affairs graced the event as he inspired the SKs and Youth leaders in his keynote message.
Local Government Capability Development Division (LGCDD) 2023 Year-End Evaluation
Local Government Capability Development Division (LGCDD) hosted its 2023 Year-End Evaluation at EM Royalle, San Juan, La Union.
The purpose of the event is to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the LGCDD's performance in terms of program and project implementation. The evaluation aims to identify areas of improvement, celebrate achievements, and lay the groundwork for enhancing performance in the coming year. The event is structured into three parts:
Part II: Scaling up the Performance of LGCDD for CY 2024
Part III: Team Building through Teamwork and Boosting Team Performance among LGCDD Personnel
In addition to these evaluation and planning activities, the event will feature a special send-off for LGOO VI Michael Casignia as he embarks on a new role as a Field Officer in the Province of Pangasinan. This will be a moment to acknowledge his contributions and wish him success in his new endeavor.
Regional Training on the Formulation and Updating of Risk-informed Comprehensive Development Plans (CDPs) using the CDP+ approach
The Regional Training on the Formulation and Updating of Risk-informed Comprehensive Development Plans (CDPs) using the CDP+ approach, coupled with the Integration of the Local Government Unit-Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Planning (LGU-DTP) into the CDP and CDP-DTP Program Review, is currently taking place from November 27 to December 2, 2023, at the Royce Hotel in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga.
The training, which is being facilitated by the DILG R1 Local Government Capability Development Division (LGCDD) is specifically designed to capacitate program managers and CDP focal persons with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and update CDPs using risk-informed approaches and methodologies. By integrating the LGU-DTP into the CDP and CDP-DTP Program Review, participants will gain insights and tools to effectively assess and address risks, vulnerabilities, and opportunities for sustainable development within their localities.
This initiative focuses on strengthening the participants' capacity to proactively plan and prepare for potential risks and challenges, aligning with the broader goal of building resilient and sustainable communities.
CY 2023 SUBAYBAYANI AWARDS FOR DILG and LGUs in REGION 1
DILG Region 1, through its Project Development and Management Unit (PDMU), proudly held the 3rd Regional SubayBayani Awarding on November 9, 2023, at the esteemed Ynad’s Place Hotel and Resort Inc. in the City of San Fernando, La Union.
This significant event was dedicated to acknowledging the outstanding monitoring and evaluation (M&E) practices as well as the exceptional performance of monitors within the DILG Field Offices and Local Government Units (LGUs) in effectively implementing the Local Government Support Fund (LGSF), Rural Local Infrastructure Program (RLIP) projects, and Responsive Support for the Strengthening of Local Government Units Achievements (RSSA). The awards also served as a tribute to the invaluable contributions and relentless efforts of the LGUs, City/Municipal Local Government Operations Officers, and Provincial Engineers, whose dedication greatly contributed to the overall performance of the Region.
The ceremony was broadcasted live through the DILG Region 1 Official Facebook Page, allowing a wider audience to witness the prestigious event. Attending the awarding were the Local Chief Executives (LCEs) and representatives of the nominated LGUs, accompanied by their respective City/Municipal Local Government Operations Officers (C/MLGOOs).
Furthermore, the event was graced by the presence of the DILG Region 1 Regional Director Jonathan Paul M. Leusen, Jr., Assistant Regional Director Paulino G. Lalata, Jr., Project Development Services-Project Monitoring and Evaluation Division (OPDS-PMED) Chief Engr. Cheryl C. Agustin-Flores, Provincial Directors, heads, and other distinguished officials, emphasizing the significance and wide-reaching impact of the Regional SubayBayani Awarding.
CONGRATULATIONS to all the awardees!
SubayBayaning PLGUs CY 2023 Category
1st Place- Provincial Government of La Union led by HON. RAPHAELLE VERONICA "RAFY" A. Ortega-David
2nd place- Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte led by HON. MATTHEW J MARCOS MANOTOC
3rd place- Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur led by HON. JEREMIAS "JERRY" C. SINGSON
4th place- Provincial Government of Pangasinan led by HON. RAMON V. GUICO III, DPM
SubayBayaning CLGUs 2023 Category and SubayBayaning CLGOOs 2023 Category
1st place- City of Laoag, Ilocos Norte headed by HON. MICHAEL MARCOS KEON
1st place - CLGOO Janette Duarte
2nd place- City of San Fernando, La Union headed by HON. HERMENEGILDO A. GUALBERTO
2nd place-CLGOO Lily Ann O. Colisao
3rd place- City of Batac, Ilocos Norte headed by HON. ALBERT D. CHUA
3rd place- CLGOO Rodel Hilario
Province of Ilocos Norte
SubayBayaning MLGUs 2023 Category and SubayBayaning MLGOOs 2023 Category
1st place- Bayan ng Sarrat sa pangunguna ng Kgg. REMIGIO B. MEDRANO
1st place- MLGOO Maybelle L. Luis
2nd place- Bayan ng Solsona sa pangunguna ng Kgg. JOSEPH E. DE LARA 2nd place- MLGOO Mildred Lea D. Estavillo
3rd place- Bayan ng Dumalneg sa pangunguna ng Kgg. FRANCISCO R. ESPIRITU, JR.
3rd place- MLGOO Kerwin C. Hernando
4th place- Bayan ng Bacarra sa pangunguna ng Kgg. NICOMEDES C. DELA CRUZ, JR.
4th place- MLGOO Antonette Dina J. Arucan
5th place- Bayan ng Marcos sa pangunguna ng Kgg. ANTONIO V. MARIANO
5th place- MLGOO Joey A. Francisco
6th place- Bayan ng Pasuquin sa pangunguna ng Kgg. ROBERT D. AGUINALDO
6th place- MLGOO Flora May F. Agbayani
7th place- Bayan ng Nueva Era sa pangunguna ng Kgg. ATTY. ALDRIN R. GARVIDA
7th place- MLGOO Arnel L. Antonio
8th place- Bayan ng Piddig sa pangunguna ng Kgg. GEORGINA S. GUILLEN
8th place- MLGOO Ana Belle A. Ibañez
9th place- Bayan ng Currimao sa pangunguna ng Kgg. EDWARD T. QUILALA
9th place- MLGOO Eden Consuelo A. Lara
10th place-Bayan ng Bangui sa pangunguna ng Kgg. FIDEL A. CIMATU, JR.
10th place- MLGOO Jaime Gregory I. Espina III
Province of Ilocos Sur
SubayBayaning MLGUs 2023 Category and SubayBayaning MLGOOs 2023 Category
1st place- Bayan ng Galimuyod sa pangunguna ng Kgg. JESSIE B. BALINGSAT
1st place- MLGOO Raquel S. Lelina
2nd place- Bayan ng Santa sa pangunguna ng Kgg. JESUS B. BUENO, JR.
2nd place- MLGOO Bradford F. Burgonio
3rd place- Bayan ng Sigay sa pangunguna ng Kgg. CARLO CRISANTO P. PEREDO
3rd place- MLGOO Leilanie May M. Aguilar
4th place- Bayan ng Santa Catalina sa pangunguna ng Kgg. EDGAR R. RAPANUT, CPA
4th place- MLGOO Alvin L. Navarro
5th place- Bayan ng Bantay sa pangunguna ng Kgg. SAMUEL C. PARILLA
5th place- MLGOO Randel Jason D. Padua
6th place- Bayan ng Santa Lucia sa pangunguna ng Kgg. JOSEPH SIMON B. VALDEZ
6th place- MLGOO Imelda J. Ordoño
7th place- Bayan ng San Esteban sa pangunguna ng Kgg. RAY M. ELAYDO II
7th place- MLGOO Russel O. De Peralta
8th place- Bayan ng San Juan sa pangunguna ng Kgg. MA. ELAINE A. SARMIENTO
8th place- MLGOO Amado P. Tabin
9th place- Bayan ng Alilem sa pangunguna ng Kgg. VELMOR P. SUMABAT
9th place- MLGOO Fema B. Manabeng
10th place- Bayan ng Cervantes sa pangunguna ng Kgg. PABLITO BENJAMIN P. MAGGAY II
10th place- MLGOO Narciso B. Edal
Province of La Union
SubayBayaning MLGUs 2023 Category and SubayBayaning MLGOOs 2023 Category
1st place- Bayan ng Pugo sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Kurt Walter M. Martin
1st place- MLGOO Francisco C. Tuazon III
2nd place- Bayan ng Santol sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Magno A. Wailan
2nd place- MLGOO Luzviminda A. Lopez
3rd place- Bayan ng Bacnotan sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Divina A. Fontanilla
3rd place- MLGOO Alona Lyn V. Garcia
4th place- Bayan ng Bauang sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Eulogio Clarence Martin P. De Guzman III
4th place- MLGOO Helen L. Jubilado
5th place- Bayan ng Rosario sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Bellarmin A. Flores II
5th place- MLGOO Eufemia P. Apostol
6th place- Bayan ng Naguilian sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Nieri T. Flores
6th place- MLGOO Flory Ann O. Estioco
7th place- Bayan ng Aringay sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Benjamin O. Sibuma
7th place- MLGOO Krishan Faye G. Biason
8th place- Bayan ng Santo Tomas sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Severino C. Carbonell
8th place- MLGOO Iszel O. Guray
9th place- Bayan ng Luna sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Gary N. Pinzon
9th place- former MLGOO Jushua JJ C. Ganaden and the current MLGOO Olivia Mae N. De Guzman
10th place- Bayan ng Agoo sa pangunguna ng Kgg. Frank O. Sibuma
10th- MLGOO Francisco A. Vergara
Province of Pangasinan
SubayBayaning MLGUs 2023 Category and SubayBayaning MLGOOs 2023 Category
1st place- Bayan ng Pozorrubio sa pangunguna ng Kgg. KELVIN TONG CHAN
1st place- MLGOO Edda Joie D. Lubrin
2nd place- Bayan ng Asingan sa pangunguna ng Kgg. CARLOS FRANADA LOPEZ JR.
2nd place- MLGOO Catherine D. Velasquez
3rd place- Bayan ng Mangatarem sa pangunguna ng Kgg. RAMIL P. VENTENILLA
3rd place- MLGOO Maricel A. Sison
4th place- Bayan ng Burgos sa pangunguna ng Kgg. JESSTER ALLAN B. VALENZUELA
4th place- MLGOO Editha C. Soriano
5th place- Bayan ng Tayug sa pangunguna ng Kgg. TYRONE D. AGABAS
5th place- MLGOO Arianne B. Peralta
6th place- Bayan ng Agno sa pangunguna ng Kgg. GUALBERTO R. SISON
6th place- MLGOO Princess Eliza C. Caranay
7th place- Bayan ng Sison sa pangunguna ng Kgg. DANILO CHUA UY
7th place- MLGOO Irene V. Ingalla
8th place- Bayan ng Umingan sa pangunguna ng Kgg. MICHAEL CARLEONE M. CRUZ
8th place- MLGOO Jennifer C. Reyes
9th place- Bayan ng Balungao sa pangunguna ng Kgg. MARIA THERESA R. PERALTA
9th place- MLGOO Analyn C. Cuyop
10th place- Bayan ng Aguilar sa pangunguna ng Kgg. KRISTAL B. SORIANO
10th place- MLGOO Norberto L. Macaraeg, Jr.
SubayBayaning Best DILG Provincial Office 2023
1st Place -DILG La Union led by Provincial Director Reggie R. Colisao
2nd place- DILG Ilocos Norte led by OIC-Provincial Director Atty. Gerald D. Gallardo
3rd place- DILG Ilocos Sur led by Provincial Director Randy S. Dela Rosa
4th place- DILG Pangasinan led by Provincial Director Virgilio P. Sison
BACK-TO-BACK REGIONAL AWARDING
DILG Region 1 conducted a back-to-back Regional Awarding for the 2023 Lupong Tagapamayapa Incentive Awards (LTIA) and 2023 Local Legislative Award (LLA): PArangal Ng mga DAlubhasa at MahuhusaY na Sanggunian (PANDAY Sanggunian) on November 9, 2023, at Ynad’s Place Hotel and Resort, City of San Fernando, La Union.
The LTIA is a system of granting economic benefits and other incentives to Lupong Tagapamayapa that demonstrates exemplary performance in the implementation of the KP Law and its objectives.
On the other hand, the LLA is an award that recognizes the exemplary performance of city and municipal Sanggunians for legislating measures that help build the foundation of meaningful local administration and development.
Congratulations to all the Awardees!
***2023 LUPONG TAGAPAMAYAPA INCENTIVE AWARDS***
Independent/Component Cities Category
Regional Winner: Barangay Pantal, Dagupan City, Pangasinan
1st Runner-up: Barangay 1 San Lorenzo, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte
2nd Runner-up: Barangay San Agustin, City of San Fernando, La Union
3rd Runner-up: Barangay Darapidap, Candon City, Ilocos Sur
1st-3rd Class Municipalities Category
Regional Winner: Barangay Al-Alinao Norte, Naguilian, La Union
1st Runner-up: Barangay Nibaliw Narvarte, San Fabian, Pangasinan
2nd Runner-up: Barangay Dili, Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur
3rd Runner-up: Barangay Badio, Pinili, Ilocos Norte
4th-6th Class Municipalities Category
Regional Winner: Barangay Batchelor West, Natividad, Pangasinan
1st Runner-up: Barangay Butol, Santiago, Ilocos Sur
2nd Runner-up: Barangay Gana, Caba, La Union
3rd Runner-up: Barangay Saud, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte
***2023 LLA: PANDAY Sanggunian***
Component Cities Category
Regional Winner: City of San Fernando, La Union
1st Runner-up: Batac City, Ilocos Norte
2nd Runner-up: Alaminos City, Pangasinan
3rd Runner-up: Vigan City, Ilocos Sur
1st-3rd Class Municipalities Category
Regional Winner: Naguilian, La Union
1st Runner-up: Mangaldan, Pangasinan
2nd Runner-up: San Juan, Ilocos Sur
3rd Runner-up: Pinili, Ilocos Norte
4th-6th Class Municipalities Category
Regional Winner: Marcos, Ilocos Norte
1st Runner-up: Suyo, Ilocos Sur
2nd Runner-up: Santol, La Union
3rd Runner-up: Basista, Pangasinan
