ANGELES CITY — Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. continues his mission of giving back this holiday season, dedicating Dec. 16, 2024 to a packed schedule of community support, including cash incentives and special awards.
Mayor Lazatin has been actively providing financial assistance to individuals and groups making a difference.
“This season, and always, our goal is to uplift and support our community. Whether it’s through sports, education, or personal achievements, we will continue to give back and make sure every Angeleño feels the love and care they deserve,” said Mayor Lazatin.
To date, 18 barangays have received basketball boards and shot clocks, a part of Mayor Lazatin’s initiative to support local sports development.
In addition, financial support has been provided to residents pursuing excellence, including P10,000 for Stephanie Jane Lusung, P5,000 for Princess Sabrina Taño, and P10,000 for Chaz Feliciano to represent the Philippines at the 28th Annual World Championships of Performing Arts.
Mayor Lazatin also gave P15,000 in support to Armilda Manuela Suarez for their exhibit, “Atelier by Mancio Suarez.”
Other recognitions included P10,000 for Adrian Sampang, one of the Huwarang Mag-aaral ng Gitnang Luzon 2024, and P3,000 each to Jan Jorvy Mhil Tayag and JO1 Camille Ann Romero for their exceptional achievements.
Tayag, a resident of Barangay Pulung Cacutud, was recognized for his impressive performance as one of the Top 3 finishers in the October 2024 Veterinarians Licensure Examination. Meanwhile, Romero, a jail officer, received commendation for her courageous discovery of two heat-sealed transparent sachets suspected to contain shabu hidden in a visitor’s underwear, demonstrating her dedication to her duties.
A major highlight was the awarding of P40,000 to Cutud Elementary School for winning 1st place in the Street Dance Competition at the Sinukwan Festival, and P20,000 to Gueco Balibago Elementary School for their 3rd place win.
Through these ongoing efforts, Mayor Lazatin continues to demonstrate his dedication to uplifting the community, reinforcing the spirit of giving this season.
