ANGELES CITY – On February 24, 2025, Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr. welcomed the officers of the Central Luzon Media Association (CLMA) Pampanga Chapter during their visit to the Mayor’s Office Conference Room. The meeting provided an opportunity for local media representatives to engage with the city’s leadership and discuss matters related to media collaboration and community development.
The mayor was accompanied by key city officials, including Chief Adviser IC Calaguas, Executive Assistant IV Reina Manuel, and City Councilor Atty. Arvin Suller. Together, they welcomed the visiting media personnel, fostering an atmosphere of cooperation between the local government and the media sector.
Representing the CLMA were President Mark Allen Sison, Secretary Chiqui Cacal, former President Boy Santiago, and former Auditor Jaypee Manalang. The association’s leaders were keen to strengthen the relationship between the media and the city government, recognizing the important role the press plays in informing the public and ensuring transparency in governance.
Mayor Lazatin expressed his appreciation for the media’s ongoing support in sharing the city’s progress and initiatives with the broader public. “The media is a vital partner in promoting our city’s developments, and we value the role it plays in bringing important information to our citizens,” said Lazatin.
The mayor also took the opportunity to update the media on various city projects and programs, including ongoing infrastructure developments, health initiatives, and social welfare programs. He emphasized the city’s commitment to working closely with the media to ensure that accurate and timely information is disseminated to the public.
The visit was also an opportunity for the media officers to share insights and concerns with the city government. The productive dialogue helped reinforce the city’s commitment to fostering a transparent and open communication channel with the media, further enhancing public trust and engagement.
In closing, both Mayor Lazatin and the CLMA officials expressed their desire for continued collaboration to ensure that the people of Angeles City remain well-informed about the city’s projects and initiatives. This visit marked a positive step toward strengthening the partnership between the local government and the media community, which is essential for the ongoing development of the city.
Source: Angeles City Information Office
