UNLSERBISYO

THE city government formally opened the Teen Center in Barangay Carael on Thursday, January 8, following a blessing and ribbon-cutting ceremony, offering a new space where the talent and intellect of Dagupeño youth can thrive. The facility underscores the city’s continuing commitment to programs that advance the welfare and development of young people.

Echoing her long-held belief that “when we invest in our youth, we create a stronger, brighter future for Dagupan City,” Mayor Belen T. Fernandez reiterated her support for initiatives that nurture skills and creativity. She also commended the Carael Sangguniang Kabataan, led by Chair John Patrick De Vera, for choosing to serve and uplift their fellow youth.

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JOEs all smiles this Christmas

JOB Order Employees (JOEs) and Contract of Service (COS) personnel of the city government are all smiles this Christmas as the distribution of their ₱7,000 gratuity pay, or Christmas bonus, is now underway at the City Plaza.

City officials said the timely release of the bonus reflects the local government’s recognition of the hard work, dedication, and loyalty of its JOEs and COS workers who continue to deliver unselfish public service. With no delay in the release, the city ensured that employees could better provide for their families and celebrate the holiday season with cheer, underscoring the administration’s commitment to the welfare of its workforce.

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City’s new vehicles roll out in motorcade

THE Dagupan City government showcased its newly acquired vehicles, particularly Disaster Response and Rescue units, in a motorcade held on the morning of December 26 along De Venecia Highway toward the downtown area. The activity aimed to highlight the city’s strengthened emergency capability while reminding the public to prioritize safety, stressing that every life matters. City officials renewed their appeal for residents to avoid firecrackers and instead use horns or “torotot” during the New Year celebration to prevent accidents.

The motorcade also underscored the deadly firecracker factory explosion on the night of December 25 in Sitio Boquig, Barangay Bacayao Norte, which left six victims, including two fatalities. Mayor Belen said the event marked the second motorcade reinforcing the city’s call to shun firecrackers, noting that the new vehicles will significantly improve response time, coordination, and public safety across Dagupan City.