Angeles City Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. recently praised the early success of the city’s intensified waste segregation campaign, particularly in Barangay Mining and Barangay Tabun, following a report from the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO). This initiative has shown promising results, with both barangays taking significant steps in ensuring that waste segregation is properly implemented at the community level.
The Barangay Mining Council, led by Punong Barangay Lester Hernandez, and the Barangay Tabun Council, under Punong Barangay Angel Cordero, have played an essential role in the program’s smooth execution. Their collaboration has been crucial in educating their constituents and ensuring compliance with the new waste management policies set by the city.
Mayor Lazatin also commended CENRO, headed by Jenifer Castro, for overseeing the program’s effectiveness at the barangay level. The CENRO team worked diligently to distribute waste segregation guidelines and collection schedules through house-to-house visits, which helped raise awareness and set clear expectations for residents. Barangay Mining received its materials on January 30, and the monitoring of waste collection trucks began on February 13.
According to the CENRO report, the implementation has led to noticeable improvements in adherence to the waste segregation policy. Barangay collection teams are now properly separating biodegradable from non-biodegradable waste, reflecting the community’s growing understanding of the importance of proper waste management.
CENRO Head Jenifer Castro emphasized the importance of engaging all stakeholders in the program’s success. “By involving residents, businesses, and schools, we are building a culture of responsibility. This initiative is not just about compliance, but fostering long-term environmental stewardship in Angeles City,” Castro remarked, highlighting the broader impact of the campaign.
The waste segregation program is part of Angeles City’s larger solid waste management plan, which follows Republic Act 9003 and is guided by Chapter 3 of City Ordinance No. 431, the Amended Angeles City Environmental Code. The city’s commitment to environmental responsibility is evident as it rolls out the program across all 33 barangays, with Barangays Mining and Tabun setting a strong example for others to follow.
This initiative builds on previous successes, including the launch of the waste segregation program in Barangay Capaya and the recent opening of a transfer station, marking a major milestone in enhancing the city’s waste management infrastructure. As Angeles City continues to advance its environmental goals, the waste segregation program remains a key component of its strategy for cleaner, more efficient waste disposal practices.
Source: Angeles City Information Office
