SP CARES: Commitment in Action

Dagupan City officially launched its Christmas season with the spectacular “Liwawa Ya Pasko” (Light of Christmas) ceremony at Nepo Mall on November 14. The festive event was organized and hosted by JDN Realty, marking the traditional start of the holidays by celebrating the “enduring light of community and heritage.” The city’s legislative body, the Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP), was prominently in attendance and expressed its full support, with Vice Mayor Dean Bryan Kua and Majority Floor Leader Councilor Michael Fernandez leading the officials present. Vice Mayor Kua remarked that the ceremony symbolizes the city’s shared values of compassion, hope, and faith, encouraging the community to embrace these virtues throughout the season.

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A Symbol of Hope: Vice Mayor Kua highlights community strength at PHINMA Green Initiative.

Vice Mayor and Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP) Head Dean Bryan Kua actively participated in the PHINMA Reaches Out 2025: Coastal Clean Up & Tree Planting Activity in Bonuan Binloc. Organized by PHINMA Education, the event mobilized volunteers for a crucial joint effort along the coast.

The SP Head joined the volunteers in removing debris and planting new seedlings, symbolizing both immediate environmental care and long-term sustainability. Vice Mayor Kua emphasized that the dual activity is an act of shared accountability and a means to ensure a cleaner, more resilient Dagupan for future generations. His presence highlighted the city government’s support for collaborative initiatives that foster community spirit and ecological well-being.

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Pantal residents show high spirits as second wave of relief arrives

Relief efforts continue in Dagupan City as the second wave of relief goods from the DSWD and the national government reached residents of Barangay Pantal, a community still recovering from the impact of Typhoon Uwan. The Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP) is in full support, ensuring the proper and equitable distribution of aid and maintaining peace and order throughout the operation.

Vice Mayor and SP Head Dean Bryan Kua joined the operation, interacting with the resilient residents. Despite the ongoing challenges from the typhoon, the community displayed high spirits and optimism. The SP’s active involvement guarantees that the essential assistance reaches those who need it most, solidifying the commitment of the city government to the swift recovery of its typhoon-affected constituents.