Wednesday, July 24, 2024

LGU-BAYAMBANG AWARDS 2023 & 2024

 LGU-BAYAMBANG AWARDS 2023 & 2024


2023

LGU-Bayambang, One of the 20 Outstanding MADACs in Pangasinan

LGU-Bayambang was one of the 20 municipalities with the Most Outstanding City or Municipal Anti-Drug Abuse Councils in Pangasinan. Bayambang MADAC achieved a score of 100 or High Functionality Score in the Year 2022 Performance Audit, showcasing the efforts of all MADAC members under the leadership of Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao, including the PNP, MLGOO, SB, RHU, MSWDO, and CSOs including the Kasama Kita sa Barangay Foundation and the religious sector.


Bayambang, Good Financial Housekeeping Passer Once Again

Bayambang town once again made it to the list of those who passed the Good Financial Housekeeping (GFH) audit by the DILG for the year 2022.

The Criteria for being a GFH passer include a favorable opinion from the Commission on Audit and the LGU's compliance with the Full Disclosure Policy of the government.


Bayambang Once Again Reaps Recognition at the Provincial Health Summit 2023

February 10, 2023: In the 12th Provincial Health Summit and LGU Scorecard Awarding and Recognition held on February 10, at the Sison Auditorium, Lingayen, Pangasinan, LGU-Bayambang garnered major awards through its Rural Health Units and Municipal Nutrition Committee:

- Improved LGU on Surpassing National Average on All Health Scorecard Indicators (the sole recipient in the entire Pangasinan)

- Bayambang Municipal Nutrition Committee: Green Banner Award (the sole recipient in the entire province) and Best LGU Implementer in Nutrition Program through MELLPI Pro Bayambang MNAO

- Venus M. Bueno: 2021 Municipal Nutrition Action Officer of the Year, Brgy. Sancagulis Barangay Nutrition Scholar, Analiza M. Natividad: 2021 Barangay Nutrition Scholar of the Year.



Bayambang, CMCI Awardee Once Again in 2023

February 15, 2023: LGU-Bayambang has once again emerged victorious for the fourth consecutive time at the Regional Awarding for the Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index by the Department of Trade and Industry held on February 15.

In the ceremony held at J&V Function Hall, Sevilla, San Fernando City, La Union, Bayambang was recognized as Top 11 nationwide (up from Top 16 last year) in the Resiliency Pillar and Top 16 nationwide (up from Top 39 last year) in the Government Efficiency Pillar in the category of 1st-2nd class municipalities.


Milpitas City CA Council Honors Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao

May 2023: The Milpitas City Council, City of Milpitas, California, USA, honored Niña Jose-Quiambao for being Bayambang's first lady mayor, and the town's Fiesta 2023 Committee for preserving local traditions, in May 2023.



LGU-Bayambang Receives "Unmodified Opinion" from COA for the First Time

June 30, 2023: For the first time in the history of Bayambang, the LGU has obtained an "Unmodified Opinion" from the Annual Audit Report of the Commission on Audit, the highest rating that COA can give to a local government unit.

This also signifies that all financial transactions of the Municipality are in order, and COA did not find any discrepancies in the management of funds and assets of the town.


LGU-Bayambang, Sole Awardee as "Outstanding LGU in Police Community Relations"

July 27, 2023: On July 27, 2023, LGU Bayambang was recognized by the PNP as the only awardee in the "Outstanding LGU in Police Community Relations" category in the entire province, in a ceremony held at the PNP Provincial Office, Lingayen, Pangasinan as part of the PNP's celebration of 28th Community Relations Month 2023.


Philippine Red Cross Pangasinan Chapter Pinabli Award for 2023 Blood Services

August 2, 2023: Philippine Red Cross Pangasinan Chapter also conferred the Pinabli Award for its 2023 Blood Services (at least 250 units for CY 2022) on August 2 in Calasiao, Pangasinan.


Bani Delicious Ice Cream Livelihood Project ng LGU at DSWD, National Finalist in Galing Pook Awards 2023

The Bani Delicious Ice Cream Livelihood Project of the LGU and DSWD became a national finalist in Galing Pook Awards 2023. The CONE Approach" of the said livelihood program became top 33 entry out of 166 entries nationwide, and this is the first time that the LGU made it to the shortlist.


Bayambang, Top 10 in Resiliency Category of CMCI!

Bayambang placed Top 10 among 1st to 2nd class municipalities in the Resiliency category in the Department of Trade and Industry's 2022 Cities & Municipalities Competitive Index.



RHU I, Top Performing Newborn Screening Facility

Bayambang's Rural Health Unit 1 was recognized by the Newborn Screening Center of Northern Luzon as one of the top-performing Newborn Screening Facilities in the region in the Primary Care - Government Category, with an Unsatisfactory Rate of 0.00 for the 2nd quarter of 2023, out of 57 newborns screened.



Bayambang MPOC, One of the Functional Peace and Order Councils in Region I

Bayambang was recognized as one of the towns in Region I to have a Functional Peace and Order Council, according to the Department of the Interior and Local Government.



Benebe, Commended by OCD R1

September 19, 2023: Bayambang's LDRRM Officer Genevieve Benebe was awarded a Certificate of Commendation by the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council 1 through the Office of Civil Defense Regional Office 1 for her excellence and dedication to service. The recognition was conferred on September 19 in Bauang, La Union.



Vice Mayor IC, Recognized in the Saludo Excellence Awards

October 8, 2023: Vice-Mayor Ian Camille Sabangan was recognized at the Saludo Excellence Awards as a National Outstanding Humanitarian and Leadership Service Awardee, in a ceremony held on October 8 at the Manila Hotel.


E-Agro Entry of Bayambang, Champion in Region I Agri Symposium

October 20, 2023: An entry from LGU-Bayambang was selected as the champion in the agricultural symposium in Ilocos Sur from October 19 to 20, 2023 at the 8th Regional Agriculture and Fisheries Extension Network (RAFEN) 1 Symposium. The winning thesis paper/oral presentation was titled "E-Agro: A Platform that Provides Assistance to All Farming Needs at One's Fingertips." MAO successfully defended the thesis along with other staff from MAO, BPRAT, E-Agro, and MAFC. The thesis was chosen by the judges out of 7 LGUs and won a cash prize of P20,000.


MCDO, Recognized at the Provincial and Regional Co-op Summit

On November 9, 2023, Municipal Cooperative Development Officer Albert Lapurga and the Municipal Cooperative Development Office of Bayambang were recognized for their efforts in advancing the development of cooperatives in Bayambang during the Cooperative Summit held at the Provincial Capitol and in Region One as part of the celebration of National Cooperative Month.



RHU I Nurse, 3rd Placer in NSC Poster & Slogan Contest

RHU I nurse Mark Darius Gragasin won 3rd Place in the Poster & Slogan-Making Contest for Newborn Screening Facilities in Region 1 and 2, held by the Newborn Screening Center - Northern Luzon on November 21, 2023.



RHUs, Top 3 in Region I for Most Number of Children Vaccinated

Bayambang's Rural Health Units was recognized as one of the Top 3 Cities and Municipalities in Region 1 with the Most Number of Children Vaccinated for FIC (Fully Immunized Child).



ESWMO, Compliant in 10 Indicators (RA 9003); 1 in only 6 in the Pangasinan

November 23, 2023: During the meeting of the Provincial Solid Waste Management Board on November 23, 2023 in Lingayen, it was reported that ESWMO-Bayambang was compliant with all ten indicators based on RA 9003, and Bayambang was among only six compliant LGUs in the province.



LGU-Bayambang, Top 3 in Innovation in Region I and Top 10 in Resiliency Nationwide

November 23, 2023: LGU-Bayambang once again emerged victorious in the regional awarding for the Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index by the Department of Trade and Industry for being in the Top 3 in Innovation in Region I and Top 10 in Resiliency nationwide among 1st to 2nd class municipalities. The honor was received on November 23, at the La Union Convention Center, Brgy. Sevilla, City of San Fernando, La Union.



Bayambang, 100% Scorer Again in ADAC Awards

November 24, 2023: The DILG once again awarded the town of Bayambang with another Regional Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) Performance Award after the town received a 100% assessment score in the 2023 ADAC Audit and Peace and Order Council (POC) Audit by the agency, on November 24, 2023, in San Fernando, La Union.


LGU-Bayambang Passes the Child-Friendly Local Governance Audit for 2022

LGU-Bayambang passed the Child-Friendly Local Governance Audit in the year 2022, one of the most difficult DILG audits. This was made possible because of the child-friendly policy of Team Quiambao-Sabangan and the efforts of the Local Council for the Protection of Children, led by the MSWDO.


Bayambang MDRRMC Receives Third KALASAG Award

LGU-Bayambang, through the MDRRM Council, once again secured the Gawad Kalasag from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council for the third time. Bayambang is one of the only 723 "Fully Compliant LGUs," and this year, only three were honored with the award in the entire province of Pangasinan.



RHUs Win 5 Awards from DOH Gawad Kalusugan

December 15, 2023: Bayambang’s Rural Health Units received 5 awards from Gawad Kalusugan of Department of Health-Ilocos Center for Health Development on December 15, 2023 in San Fernando City, La Union:

- Palbayani Award - Newborn Screening Exemplary Award (RHU I)
- Palbayani Award - Purple Ribbon Award for Family Planning
- Palbayani Award - Top Implementers on Pharmaceutical Management
- Bannuar iti Salun-at Award - 3rd Place, Best Immunization Program Implementer (No. of Vaccinated Children)
- Bannuar iti Salun-at Award - 3rd Place, Best Oral Health Implementer


LGU Social Services Awarded "Level II" Service Delivery Capacity

December 14, 2023: The MSWDO received the Service Delivery Capacity Assessment CY 2023 "Level II" during the State of the DSWD Region 1 Address (SODRA) cum Knowledge Fair 2023 held in Paringao, Bauang, La Union on December 14, 2023.


LCRO, Recognized at PSA Forum

December 21, 2023: The Local Civil Registry Office (LCRO) was recognized at the "Forum on CBMS, Census of Agriculture and Fisheries, and Census of Philippine Business and Industries" by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on December 21, 2023 in Calasiao in recognition of the successful implementation of LCR in PSA's PhilSys Birth Registration Assistance Project.

 

2024 

January

PESO-Bayambang Receives Special Citation

On January 7, the Public Employment Services Office (PESO)-Bayambang received a Special Citation from the Department of Labor and Employment Regional Office I for “timely and complete submission of PESO Statistical and Performance Reporting System Reports for CY 2021.” The award was presented in Clark City, Pampanga.

 

ESWMO Wins Award at Solid Waste Summit 2024

ESWMO Bayambang received three awards at the Solid Waste Summit 2024 held on January 24, 2024, at the DENR-EMB Regional Office I in San Fernando, La Union.

– Plaque of Recognition for Outstanding Practices in Composting and other RA 9003 Programs

– Solid Waste Enforcement Excellence Award

– Green Governance Excellence Award

Three barangays also received recognition, the Green Governance Excellence Award (Barangay Level). These are Brgy. Sancagulis, Brgy. Inirangan, and Brgy. Tococ East.

 

Performance Award, Received by MADAC

On January 25, the DILG conferred the National Anti-Drug Abuse Council Performance Award after the town received 100 functionality points in the 2019 and 2020 ADAC Performance Audit. This recognition serves as concrete evidence of the Quiambao-Sabangan administration's continued fight against illegal drugs in order to maintain order in the country.

 

ESWMO, Recognized at 6th Ecological Solid Waste Management Summit

The Ecological Solid Waste Management Office and LGU Bayambang were recognized at the 6th Ecological Solid Waste Management Summit held by DENR-Environmental Management Bureau Region I on January 26 at Kabaleyan Cove Resort, San Carlos City, Pangasinan. The first recognition was due to the approval of its 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan. The second recognition is for being one of the models for the implementation of waste diversion activities.

 

Bayambang, Good Financial Housekeeping Passer

The town of Bayambang was once again among those that passed the Good Financial Housekeeping audit of the DILG for the year 2023. The criteria for being a GFH passer include a favorable opinion from the Commission on Audit and compliance of the LGU with the government's Full Disclosure Policy.

 

Mayor Niña, 4th Top Performing Mayors of Pangasinan

According to the report of an independent survey by Hypothesis Philippines, Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao is the fourth among the Top Performing Mayors of Pangasinan in December 2023. This is based on the answers of 10,000 respondents who were chosen to be asked  randomly to find out the job performance of the mayors of Pangasinan.

 

February 

Bayambang MNAO, Formally Honored by NNC

Bayambang Municipal Nutrition Action Officer Venus Bueno was formally honored as one of the top 10 MNAOs nationwide for the year 2023, at the awarding ceremony held by the National Nutrition Council on February 12 at the Manila Hotel.

 

RHU II, Top Performing Newborn Screening Facility

The Rural Health Unit II of Bayambang was recognized by the Newborn Screening Center of Northern Luzon on February 5, 2024, as one of the top performing newborn screening facilities of Region One in the Primary Care - Government Category. This is based on the recorded Unsatisfactory Rate of 0.00 in the 2nd quarter of the year 2023.

 

March

ESWMO, Recognized by GSO Lingayen

In the 1st Quarter Meeting of the Provincial Solid Waste Management Board, the General Services Office (GSO) of LGU-Lingayen recognized LGU-Bayambang especially the ESWMO for its effective implementation of programs and strategies for maintaining cleanliness in the town.

 

PESO-Bayambang Wins 3 Awards

PESO-Bayambang received three awards in the DOLE Region 1 PESO Year-End Performance Assessment (YEPA) held on March 11-13, 2024, in Alaminos City. The three Special Citations are:

 - Top Performing PESO in Career Development Support Program

- Timely Submission of Monthly Reports

-  Institutionalization of Barangay Employment Service Offices or BESO

 

 

May 

RHU I, Top Performing Newborn Screening Facility

RHU I was recognized by the DOH’s Newborn Screening Center - Northern Luzon as one of the top-performing newborn screening facilities out of 18 newborn screening facilities they screened throughout Region I, and the facility has a satisfactory rating.

 

LGU-Bayambang Receives Excellence Award from PhALGA

LGU-Bayambang, through the Municipal Accounting Office, received the Excellence Award from the PhALGA or Philippine Association of Local Government Accountants on May 15, 2024 at the John Hay Trade and Cultural Center, Baguio City, as part of the group's 19th Annual National Conference. This recognition is for LGUs with an Unmodified or Unqualified Audit Opinion based on the 2022 COA Annual Audit Report of the Commission on Audit.

 

June

LGU, Recognized for Supporting DICT Initiatives

A plaque of appreciation was awarded by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to the ICT Office for its strong support of the agency's eGOV PH app and eLGU System, which promotes ICT-related initiatives to foster the digitalization of public service. It was awarded as part of the DICT's eLGU Launching and Kick-off ceremony on June 6, 2024, in Lingayen, Pangasinan.

 

July

LGU, "Highly Functional" in LCAT-VAWC, according to DILG Audit

LGU-Bayambang was one of the successful passers of the Functionality Audit of the Local Committee on Anti-Trafficking and Violence against Women (LCAT-VAWC) for the year 2024. Bayambang achieved a "Highly Functional" rating with a score of 108, according to the DILG audit.

 

August

Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao Receives Blood Samaritan Bronze Award

On August 2, 2024, Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao was awarded the Blood Samaritan Bronze Award and a Certificate of Appreciation by the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Pangasinan Chapter. This was in recognition of her active participation in various blood donation programs as the President of the PRC-San Carlos City Branch Council.


Bayambang Receives the Pinabli Award

The LGU-Bayambang was awarded the Pinabli Award by the PRC on August 2 for collecting 438 blood units in 2023.


September

Bayambang Wins GeoRiskPH Best Practice Award

On September 16, 2024, Bayambang was honored with the Best Practice in Adopting the GeoRiskPH Platform by the DOST-Phivolcs, for its proactive adoption of the platform in disaster risk reduction and climate change planning.


Mayor Niña Re-elected as PRC-San Carlos City Branch Council President

Mayor Niña was re-elected as President of the PRC-San Carlos City Branch Council on September 2, 2024, for the term 2024-2026.


Bayambang Recognized by PSU

The LGU received a Certificate of Recognition from Pangasinan State University (PSU) on September 9 for its contributions to advancing the university's goals and initiatives.


Bayambang Named 2nd Runner-up in ‘Model LGU Implementing 4Ps’

Bayambang was awarded 2nd Runner-up for the ‘Model LGU Implementing 4Ps’ at the 3rd Quarter Municipal Advisory Council meeting by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).


RHU I Awarded for Excellence in Healthcare

On September 30, 2024, the Rural Health Unit I of Bayambang was recognized as the Highest Performing PhilHealth Konsulta Package Provider in Pangasinan for 2023.


October

Bayambang Honored at the 2024 4Ps Partnership Summit

At the 2024 4Ps Summit on October 16, Bayambang was recognized for its support of the 4Ps program in Region I.


Bayambang Municipal Nutrition Committee Wins CROWN Award

Bayambang’s Municipal Nutrition Committee was named CROWN Winner for consistent excellence in nutrition services.


Bayambang Wins 3rd Place in Business Competitiveness Infrastructure Category

At the 2024 Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index (CMCI), Bayambang ranked 3rd in the Business Competitiveness - Infrastructure Category for Region I.


Bayambang’s Anti-Drug Council Achieves "High Functional" Rating

The Municipal Anti-Drug Abuse Council of Bayambang received a "High Functional" rating in the 2024 ADAC audit by the DILG.

November

Bayambang Wins the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) for 2024

Bayambang was awarded the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) for 2024, reflecting the LGU's commitment to good governance under Mayor Niña’s leadership.


Bayambang Receives "Beyond Compliant" Rating in Gawad KALASAG

For the 24th Gawad KALASAG by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, Bayambang received a "Beyond Compliant" rating, recognizing its excellence in disaster risk management.


Municipal Treasury Receives 3 Awards

The Municipal Treasurer’s Office received three awards from the Bureau of Local Government Finance during the Regional Year-end Assessment Conference held from November 26-29 in Quezon City. in recognition of the excellence and contribution of LGU-Bayambang, in the implementation of financial programs and projects.

  1. Top 5 Among 1st Class Municipalities in Region I in Terms of Ratio of Locally Sourced Revenues to Total Current Operating Income for Fiscal Year 2023
  2. Top 3 Highest Locally Sourced Revenues in Nominal Terms for Fiscal Year 2023
  3. Top 4 Highest Locally Sourced Revenues in Nominal Terms for Fiscal Year 2022

December

LGU and PESO Recognized at Provincial Awards

The LGU-Bayambang, under Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao, and Bayambang Public Employment Services Officer Gernalyn Santos were honored at the Bolun Awards organized by the Pangasinan Migration and Development Council, held at the Sison Auditorium, Lingayen, on December 5. Santos was recognized as the 2nd runner-up Outstanding Migrant Desk Officer in Pangasinan for 2024. The Federation of Bayambang Overseas Workers Inc. was also named 2nd runner-up in their category and received a P15,000 fund in recognition of their volunteer work to improve the welfare of fellow OFWs.

RHU, Nutrition, Earn New Awards at the 14th Provincial Health Summit

Thanks to the active support of Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao and the Quiambao-Sabangan administration for the health sector, the Rural Health Units and Municipal Nutrition Action Office were once again recognized at the 14th Pangasinan Provincial Health Summit held on December 6 in Calasiao. The MNAO was awarded the Green Banner Seal of Compliance. Sancagulis Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS) Analiza Natividad also won the Most Outstanding BNS of Pangasinan award once again.


Bayambang, Compliant with the Solid Waste Management Plan

The town of Bayambang under the management of Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao has successfully implemented the ten important aspects of its Ten-Year Solid Waste Management Plan (SWMP) for the year 2023. This is based on the evaluation conducted by the validation personnel of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on November 11-12. According to the report, Bayambang has been compliant in ten aspects of solid waste management from 



MHO Receives 4 Gawad Kalusugan from DOH 

The Municipal Health Office received Gawad Kalusugan 2024 at Regional Awards by DOH Ilocos Center for Health Development Region I, Dec 9, 2024, Hotel Van Gogh, Candon, Ilocos Sur:

1. Palbayani Awards - Newborn Screening Exemplary Award

2. Palbayani Awards - Top Implementers on Pharmaceutical Management.

3. Bannuar Iti Salun-At Award - Best Oral Health Program Implementer (Municipal/City Level)

4. Bannuar Iti Salun-At Award. Best Nutrition Program Implementer (Municipal/City Level)


Seal of Good Local Governance, Formally Received by LGU-Bayambang

On December 10, the LGU formally received the Seal of Good Local Governance from the Department of the Interior and Local Government for the year 2024, in an awarding ceremony held at the Manila Hotel. SATOM was represented by Mayor Niña Jose-Quiambao, Dr. Cezar Quiambao, in said ceremony. The SGLG is the highest honor an LGU can achieve from the national government.


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