17/05/2026
𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗬 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵
𝗞𝗔𝗣 𝗥𝗨𝗗𝗬𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗠𝗢
From the successful launching of the official barangay page to environmental initiatives, community health programs, inspiring feature stories, and ongoing infrastructure developments, the week of May 10 to 16, 2026 became a meaningful and productive week for the People of Bagong Santa Clara under the leadership of our Punong Barangay Hon. Rudyard C. Pesimo and the Sangguniang Barangay.
MAY 10, 2026
◉ 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲
A major milestone was achieved with the historic launching of the Official page of Santa Clara-Buhi, Camarines Sur, Philippines. The platform was established to serve as the barangay’s official digital center for announcements, public information, transparency, community engagement, and government updates. In our official welcome message, we emphasized the importance of communication, participatory governance, and unity pursuant to the principles of RA 7160 or the Local Government Code of 1991. We presented a weekly content schedule to provide residents with regular and organized updates regarding barangay programs, ordinances, youth activities, and community stories.
◉ 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲
We also released and pinned the official Buhi Emergency Hotlines to promote public safety awareness and disaster preparedness. Residents were encouraged to save and share the hotline numbers for police, ambulance, fire department, MDRRMO, and PSO services to ensure faster response during emergencies.
◉ 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
We joined the nationwide celebration of Mother’s Day by honoring all mothers for their sacrifices, unconditional love, and dedication to their families. A heartfelt tribute was released expressing gratitude and appreciation to all mothers in Bagong Santa Clara, Buhi, Bicol, and beyond.
MAY 11, 2026
◉ 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲
We invited our socmed friends to like and follow the newly launched Official page of Santa Clara-Buhi to remain informed, connected, and updated regarding all of our barangay activities, programs, and public announcements. Our slogan: “IPADAGOS TA ANA SERBISYO, IPADAGOS TA ANA PAGBABÂGO!” shall serve as the guiding message of our administration this year.
MAY 12, 2026
◉ 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗶 𝗞𝗮𝗽 𝗥𝘂𝗱𝘆𝗮𝗿𝗱
Our official message introduced the page as the barangay’s new center for information dissemination, communication, and community engagement. Residents were encouraged to participate actively by liking, following, and sharing the page to strengthen community connection and awareness.
◉ 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲
We also published a comprehensive profile of Bagong Santa Clara highlighting its geography, history, demographics, economy, literacy rate, language, and topography. The profile emphasized that Barangay Santa Clara:
• has a population of 2,465 residents based on the 2024 PSA Census;
• is strategically located near the historic Lake Buhi;
• is home to productive agricultural and aquaculture activities;
• consists of six zones, including JLY, Kalye Uswag, Bagtakan, and Tabao;
• and possesses a predominantly young and economically active population.
MAY 13, 2026
◉ “𝗥𝗮𝗯𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻” 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻-𝗨𝗽 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲
The Sangguniang Barangay, together with appointive barangay personnel and the LGU-Buhi MENRO, conducted a clean-up drive at the Anipan open space from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM under our leadership. The activity aimed to maintain cleanliness within the community, prevent illegal dumping of garbage, strengthen environmental awareness among residents, and promote proper waste disposal practices. Prior to the clean-up drive, an information campaign was conducted encouraging residents to cooperate in maintaining environmental sanitation and discipline. Large volumes of plastics, diapers, candy wrappers, and other waste materials were collected and immediately hauled by the MENRO.
◉ 𝗜𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻
Our BHWs conducted an immunization activity for children of Bagong Santa Clara was likewise conducted as part of the barangay’s continuing commitment to public health, child welfare, and preventive healthcare services.
MAY 14, 2026
◉ 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮
We officially launched its “Feature Stories from Bagong Santa Clara” segment highlighting inspiring stories, sacrifices, dreams, and achievements of local residents. The first featured personality was Atty. Krishiena Gapas Merilles, whose journey from Santa Clara to becoming a lawyer inspired many young people in the community. The story reflected her perseverance, faith, humility, and dedication to public service. Her academic journey from Buhi Central School and St. Bridget School to the University of Santo Tomas and Arellano University School of Law was celebrated as a symbol of hope and inspiration for the youth of Bagong Santa Clara. The feature emphasized that success rooted in humility, service, and faith continues to inspire future generations within the barangay.
MAY 15, 2026
◉ 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮
We formally introduced the members of the Sangguniang Barangay together with their respective committees, functions, and office responsibilities pursuant to Sections 390 and 391 of Republic Act No. 7160. Our presentation highlighted the collective efforts of the barangay officials in promoting good governance, peace and order, environmental protection, infrastructure development, public health, youth and sports development, women and senior citizen welfare, and community-based public service. The official schedules of regular barangay sessions and officer-of-the-day assignments were announced to ensure accessible and organized public service delivery.
MAY 16, 2026
◉ 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗼 𝗱𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮
We reported significant progress on the ongoing construction of the Arco de Santa Clara or the Bagong Santa Clara Welcome Arch. The following developments were finalized: symbolic design elements, painting works, and installation preparations for LED signages, including the Official Seal of Santa Clara, Buhi, Camarines Sur, the image of Santa Clara de Assisi, and the text “SANTA CLARA” signage. The project continues to symbolize the barangay’s vision for legacy, heritage, identity-building, tourism promotion, and community pride.
Conclusion
Throughout the week, the Barangay Government of Bagong Santa Clara continued to strengthen public information dissemination, environmental responsibility, public health initiatives, infrastructure development, youth inspiration, and transparent governance.
Under the leadership of Punong Barangay Hon. Rudyard C. Pesimo, the barangay remains committed to advancing meaningful programs and responsive public service for every resident of Bagong Santa Clara.
𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗚𝗢𝗦 𝗧𝗔 𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗕𝗜𝗦𝗬𝗢,
𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗚𝗢𝗦 𝗧𝗔 𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗣𝗔𝗚𝗕𝗔𝗕Â𝗚𝗢!
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