On November 8, 2024, the Municipality of Concepcion, led by Hon. Noel L. Villanueva, opened a new Day Care Center in Barangay San Nicolas Poblacion, funded by the FY 2023 Seal of Good Local Governance - Incentive Fund (SGLG-IF). With a project budget of PHP 1,799,633.11, this center creates a safe, supportive, and fun learning space for around 294 children aged 3 to 5. The facility is designed to help young children develop early learning skills and is a valuable support for families in the community.

This Day Care Center shows Concepcion’s dedication to giving children a strong start in life. The modern, child-friendly building offers an environment where kids can explore, learn, and grow. It also gives parents, especially working families, peace of mind knowing their children are in a safe, development-focused setting that meets all education standards.

This project is a significant step for Concepcion, showing its commitment to community development and accessible education. Supported by the SGLG-IF of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), the Day Care Center is an important investment in Concepcion’s youngest residents, giving them a great beginning and a brighter future.

The inauguration of the project was attended by DILG Regional Office III Assistant Regional Director Jay E. Timbreza, CESO IV, and DILG Tarlac Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V. They were joined by Cluster Team 1 Leader Dennis A. Daquiz, Cluster Team Leader 2 Jeffrey S. Manalastas, Municipal Local Government Operations Officer Rowena S. Angeles, the LFP Team, and the local officials and department heads of Concepcion.

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region III celebrated exemplary local government units (LGUs) in Central Luzon during the 2024 PAGMAYA: Pagkilala sa mga Natatanging Pamahalaang Lokal sa Larangan ng Kalinisan at Kapayapaan, held at the Events Center, of SM City Pampanga on October 30, 2024.

This prestigious event acknowledged LGUs that have demonstrated excellence in promoting community cleanliness and peace through their Lupon Tagapamayapa.

Brgy. Poblacion Norte, San Clemente, Tarlac was awarded 1st Runner-Up in the 4th-6th Class Municipal Category of the 2024 Lupon Tagapamayapa Incentives Awards (LTIA). Present to receive the award were DILG Tarlac Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V, Mayor Elma L. Macamadia, Punong Barangay Marie Carmela T. Estrada, LGOO VI Angelo Alexis C. Barroga, and other barangay officials.

DILG Tarlac commends Brgy. Poblacion Norte, San Clemente, for their dedication to community progress and collaborative leadership that continues to foster a positive transformation across communities!

On October 29, 2024, the Municipalityof San Manuel, Tarlac, celebrated the inauguration of its Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Equipment Project, marking a huge step toward enhancing digital literacy and expanding technology access for its communities.

Through an allocation of ₱1,800,000.00 from the FY 2023 Seal of Good Local Governance Incentive Fund (SGLG-IF), the project enabled the acquisition of significant ICT resources: 15 desktop computers, 5 Android TVs, and 2 smart boards. This investment is poised to transform San Manuel’s learning landscape, equipping students and educators with the tools they need for a more interactive and effective education experience.

During the ceremony, Municipal Mayor Hon. Doña Cresencia R. Tesoro shared her enthusiasm for the project, saying, “This investment is worth it for our youth. With today’s educational challenges, we must produce world-class and competitive young minds.” Her message emphasized San Manuel’s dedication to cultivating globally prepared future leaders.

The event was attended by DILG Tarlac Cluster 1 Team Leader LGOO VII Dennis A. Daquiz representing DILG Tarlac Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V, along with Municipal Local Government Operations Officer Omar James N. Gabriel, the DILG Tarlac LFP Team, DepEd representatives, and other local officials. This undertaking underscores the community’s collective commitment to a brighter, tech-driven future for San Manuel.