ANGELES CITY — In a landmark leap toward the protection of the environment and sustainability of urban development, Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. officially inaugurated the city’s first locally funded wastewater treatment facility on June 17 at the Pampang Public Market here.
“This facility reflects our firm commitment to environmental sustainability while ensuring cost-effective solutions for the city,” Lazatin said during the inauguration rites.
Engineered to convert wastewater into clean, reusable water, the facility is expected to significantly reduce water pollution from the public market. Treated water may be repurposed for non-potable uses such as agricultural irrigation, industrial applications, and general cleaning — a sustainable solution that also lowers government spending on water consumption.
“This is more than just a facility — it’s an investment in public health and responsible water management,” the outgoing mayor and incoming Pampanga 1st District representative declared.
The new facility is the second of its kind established in the city. The first, located at the city slaughterhouse, was built through a joint venture agreement unlike this new one that was financed entirely by the city government under the leadership of Mayor Lazatin.
Alongside this development, the city continues to strengthen the enforcement of proper solid waste disposal both at the market and in all 33 barangays, aiming to prevent waste from reaching waterways.
The launch of the new facility reinforces Mayor Lazatin’s environmental agenda and commitment to building a greener, healthier Angeles City since assuming office in 2019. Angeles CIO
