Angeles City Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr. held a key meeting on January 6, 2025, with several department heads to evaluate and enhance the process of applying for and renewing business permits in the city. The meeting aimed to identify areas that needed improvement to ensure that the business permit issuance process runs smoothly and efficiently.
Accompanied by Chief Adviser IC Calaguas, Mayor Lazatin discussed the importance of streamlining the procedures to avoid delays for business owners. The meeting focused on ensuring that all systems are in place to expedite the renewal and issuance of permits, which are vital for the continuous operation of local businesses.
The Business Permit and Licensing Division, located at the Angeles City Hall Building, is the main office handling these permits. Mayor Lazatin emphasized the need for a seamless process to help maintain the city’s business environment, which directly impacts economic growth and development.
Business Permit and Licensing Division Chief Enrico Romero, Quality Management System Representative Chrysalene Cunanan, and representatives from the Bureau of Fire Protection — Angeles City, led by Fire Marshal FCINSP Nestor Buta, were all present to discuss the ways to improve the current system. They explored potential solutions for streamlining operations and making the process more convenient for businesses in the city.
Romero highlighted the Mayor’s goal of making the renewal and issuance of business permits as fast and convenient as possible, ensuring that there are no disruptions to the local economy. “Mayor Lazatin wants to make the process quicker and more efficient so the flow of business in the city will not be delayed,” Romero explained.
The Mayor’s administration has been focused on enhancing services for both businesses and residents, ensuring that the city’s economic activities continue to thrive without unnecessary delays. Improving the business permit process is part of Mayor Lazatin’s broader efforts to build a business-friendly environment that fosters growth.
As Angeles City continues to develop, Mayor Lazatin’s commitment to efficient public service remains strong, with the smooth issuance and renewal of business permits being a critical factor in maintaining a thriving local economy. This initiative will contribute significantly to the ease of doing business in the city, benefiting entrepreneurs and the community alike.
Source: Angeles City Information Office
