DILG Nueva Ecija joins KADIWA ng Pangulo for the month of December
Earlier today - In line with the government's efforts in ensuring stable food supply in the country, DILG Nueva Ecija, through the leadership of Atty. Ofelio A. Tactac, Jr., CESO V, joined the conduct of Katuwang sa Diwa at Gawa para sa Masaganang Ani at Mataas na Kita or KADIWA ng Pangulo for the month of December 2024, which was organized by Provincial Government of Nueva Ecija, held at Nueva Ecija Convention Center, Palayan City, Nueva Ecija.
Various local cooperatives and small enterprises exhibited their produce, highlighting the wide range of local products the Province of Nueva Ecija has to offer.
DILG Nueva Ecija, as a key partner agency in the implementation of KADIWA, supports the long term sustainability of the program through promotion of local products and immanent implementation in cities and municipalities, therefore creating job and livelihood opportunities for the Novo Ecijanos.
Boosting Economic Growth through Calabasa's Newly-Constructed Access Road
Gabaldon, an agro-industrial municipality at the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains, proudly inaugurates the newly-concreted access road at Barangay Calabasa. The project came into fruition through the FY 2023 Seal of Good Local Governance Incentive Fund (SGLGIF), an incentive given by the DILG to support the priority projects of LGUs who were conferred with the Seal. The project has a total allocation of Php 1,800,000.00 and spans 180 meters.
The inauguration and ribbon-cutting ceremony was led by Honorable Mayor Atty. Jobby P. Emata and was also participated in by DILG Nueva Ecija through LGOO VI Louie C. Manarpiis, OIC-Cluster II Team Leader on behalf of Provincial Director Atty. Ofelio A. Tactac, Jr. CESO V, along with LGOO VI Gretchen A. Urgente, Municipal Local Government Operations Officer of Gabaldon, and DILG Nueva Ecija Provincial Engineers.
With the paved road, the LGU aims to develop a community that is more accessible to travelers en route to a boost in economic growth as well as local tourism. In fact, the access road opens a path towards the Gabaldon Wildlife Rehabilitation Center and Mount Marupok, providing a safer and easier access for the sightseers who want to witness the tourist destinations in Barangay Calabasa.
DILG NE HOSTS REGIONAL QUARTERLY SHOWCASE BARANGAY CLEAN-UP DRIVE AND JOINS TREE PLANTING ACTIVITY
Earlier today - In line with the commitment to support the effective implementation of the KALINISAN (Kalinga at Inisyatiba para sa Malinis na Bayan) sa Bagong Pilipinas Program, the DILG Nueva Ecija, under the leadership of Provincial Director Atty. Ofelio A. Tactac Jr., CESO V, hosted the Regional Quarterly Showcase Barangay Clean-Up drive in cooperation with LGOO VI Girard M. Sawit, DILG Field Officer, and the Municipal Government of San Leonardo, Nueva Ecija.
The activity was among the scheduled clean-up showcases which shall be held on a quarterly basis for this CY 2024, aimed at encouraging barangays to maintain cleanliness and environmental sustainability.
The event commenced at around 6:00 AM in Barangay Tambo Adorable, San Leonardo, Nueva Ecija, and was attended by approximately 70 participants. Attendees included barangay residents, officials, and employees, representatives from the Liga ng mga Barangay (LnB) San Leonardo Chapter, the local Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the local Philippine National Police (PNP), the DILG Nueva Ecija Provincial Office, and other dedicated volunteers.
Punong Barangay Silvestre G. Juatchon, Jr. warmly welcomed the participants, expressing his gratitude for their active involvement. He highlighted the significance of collective community efforts in fostering a cleaner and more environmentally-friendly barangay. Key support was also provided by officials from the BFP, PNP, and LnB San Leonardo Chapter, ensuring the program's success.
In the same vein, on behalf of DILG Provincial Director Tactac, LGOO III Joseph C. Talavera delivered a key message, emphasizing the significant role of barangays and communities in building cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environments. He reaffirmed the DILG's commitment to providing capacity development interventions that specifically tailored to the needs of partner LGUs.
The event also featured a Tree Planting Activity led by the municipal and barangay officials, with active participation from the DILG Nueva Ecija team, community members, and volunteers. Over 100 narra seedlings were planted in Barangay Tambo Adorable's designated community garden, marking a significant step towards environmental preservation and sustainability.
DILG Nueva Ecija remains steadfast in its mission to promote people’s participation in maintaining and sustaining cleanliness and orderliness, promoting healthy and safe environment for future generations.
Together, let us continue to build a cleaner and healthier barangay!
