Dapitan City Government

03/09/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Sir Danilo S. Areños Jr.! 🎂💙

Warmest birthday greetings to our City Administrator, Danilo S. Areños Jr.

May your special day be filled with happiness, good health, and the company of the people who matter most. Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and continued service to the City Government and the people of Dapitan.

May the year ahead bring you more meaningful accomplishments, wonderful memories, and countless reasons to celebrate.

Happy Birthday, Sir Dan! Wishing you all the best today and always! 🥳🎈

— From your City Government of Dapitan family 💙

03/09/2026

HAZY CONDITIONS OBSERVED IN DAPITAN CITY

Drone shots taken earlier today, September 3, 2026, show hazy conditions affecting visibility in parts of Dapitan City.

The public is advised to take necessary health precautions and stay updated through official and reliable health advisories.

Stay safe, Dapitanons.

03/09/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲: 𝐑𝐌𝐈𝐃𝐂𝐈 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥

In line with strengthening emergency preparedness and ensuring community safety, the Rizal Memorial Institute of Dapitan City Inc. (RMIDCI) successfully participated in the National Simultaneous School Safety Drill today, September 3, 2026.

The activity aimed to enhance the crisis response capabilities of school personnel, students, and emergency responders. By simulating a live scenario, the drill allowed participants to execute established safety protocols in real time, equipping the school community with critical skills to navigate active threat situations effectively.

Under the leadership of School Principal Angelita V. Elumba, participants navigated a realistic, controlled simulation to test the school’s Contingency Plan. The exercise demonstrated the practical ex*****on of emergency procedures while reinforcing core safety principles. Key takeaways from the drill emphasized maintaining calm under pressure, strictly adhering to safety protocols, ensuring clear communication channels, and coordinating seamlessly with first responders.

Furthermore, the simulation provided a valuable opportunity to identify operational gaps and reinforce multi-agency collaboration. By actively involving the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) and the Dapitan City Police Station, the drill strengthened inter-agency coordination and significantly elevated the school's overall emergency posture.

Disaster preparedness remains a shared responsibility. Through continuous training, regular safety drills, and the active support and leadership of the City Government of Dapitan, RMIDCI remains committed to partnering with local authorities to foster a safe, secure, and resilient learning environment for its students, faculty, and the entire community.

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐝, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝: 𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐃𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞

Giving concerned sectors a meaningful voice in matters that directly affect the community, the Sangguniang Panlungsod ng Dapitan City conducted a public hearing on a proposed 5-peso increase in tricycle fares on September 2, 2026, at the Bagting Covered Court, Barangay Bagting, Dapitan City.

The public hearing was jointly spearheaded by the Committee on Rules and Revision of Ordinances and the Committee on Public Utilities to discuss Committee Referral No. 257-2026. This referral seeks to amend City Ordinance No. 2022-483, entitled “An Ordinance Prescribing the Rules and Regulations in the Operation of Motorized Tricycles and Granting of Franchise for the Operation Thereof Within the Territorial Jurisdiction of the City of Dapitan,” particularly Article VIII on Fares and Freight.

The consultation was led by City Councilor Jeneth N. Baje, Chairperson of the Committee on Rules and Revision of Ordinances, and Councilor John D. Empeynado, Vice Chairperson of the Committee on Public Utilities. They were joined by fellow members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod, including Councilors Alexandra Judith P. Meily, Dennis Tan, Erasmo Bayron, Bienvenido T. Diniay and Ruel Nadela.

A wide range of stakeholders participated in the hearing, particularly tricycle drivers and operators, who presented their views regarding the proposed fare adjustment. Also represented were the City Administrator's Ofdice, Dapitan City Traffic Aide Unit (DCTAU), Persons with Disabilities (PWD) sector, Office for Senior Citizens Affairs (OSCA), Philippine National Police (PNP), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), City Livelihood Office, City Licensing Office, and City Legal Office.

Representatives from the education sector, including students from Dapitan City High School and Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU), also attended to witness and take part in discussions on the local policy.

The open discussion provided a transparent venue to balance the needs of both sides. Tricycle drivers and operators emphasized that the fare adjustment is necessary due to persistently high fuel prices, which directly impact their daily operating expenses. Concurrently, regular commuters and sectoral representatives highlighted the financial impact this added cost would have on daily passengers, particularly students, senior citizens, PWDs, and workers.

Alongside the fare discussions, local officials strongly urged and reminded tricycle drivers to strictly refrain from smoking while operating their units, especially when transporting passengers, to ensure public health and comfort.

The firsthand information and recommendations gathered during the hearing will be thoroughly reviewed in the succeeding deliberations of the Sangguniang Panlungsod before any final action is taken on the proposed rate.

This public consultation reflects the City Government of Dapitan’s commitment to inclusive governance and transparency. By encouraging open dialogue, the city ensures that the final transportation policy will effectively balance the welfare of both transport operators and the riding public.

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬: 𝐃𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

In line with efforts to promote safe, orderly, and accessible public spaces, the Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP) of Dapitan City conducted a public hearing on September 1, 2026, to discuss a proposed ordinance seeking to strengthen the regulation of public streets, roads, sidewalks, and other public spaces across the city.

Specifically, the hearing focused on Committee Referral No. 234-2026, which originated from a formal request submitted by City Mayor Evelyn T. Uy. The executive request calls for the enactment of a new measure entitled “The Public Space Obstruction Ordinance of 2026,” which aims to update the local government's regulatory framework and ensure that local regulations remain aligned with applicable national directives.

To ensure a thorough review, the proceedings were jointly facilitated by the Committee on Rules and Revision of Ordinances, the Committee on Peace and Order, and the Committee on Public Utilities. The panels were led by Committee Chairpersons Councilor Jeneth N. Baje and Councilor Bienvenido T. Diniay, alongside Committee on Public Utilities Vice Chairperson Councilor John D. Empeynado and other SP members. Held at the Government Center Amphitheater, the event actively welcomed suggestions, concerns, and recommendations from local business owners, residents, and other affected sectors.

Ultimately, through this public hearing, the SP continues to encourage open dialogue and community participation in shaping local policies. All inputs gathered will now form part of the committees' official review as the proposed ordinance moves forward in the legislative process.

This initiative reflects the city’s ongoing commitment to keeping public spaces safe, accessible, orderly, and beneficial to the entire Dapitan community.

01/09/2026

⚠️ HAZE ALERT

Gina-awhag ang publiko nga mag-amping tungod sa naobserbahang haze sa Dapitan City ug sa uban pa nga lugar.

Kung baga ang haze, mas maayo nga magpabilin sulod sa balay, magsul-ob og N95-type mask kung mogawas, mag-inom og igo nga tubig, ug mag-amping sa pag maneho ug sakyanan o motor kung ubos ang visibility.

Kung makasinati og lisod nga pagginhawa, pag-grabe o padayon nga ubo, iritasyon sa mata, ilong o tutunlan, o kasakit sa dughan, pagpangayo dayon og medikal nga tabang.

Mas kinahanglan usab ang dugang pag-amping sa mga tigulang, gagmayng bata, mabdos, immunocompromised nga mga tawo, ug adunay asthma, COPD, o sakit sa kasingkasing.

Padayon nga magsubay sa opisyal nga health bulletins ug advisories gikan sa lehitimo ug kasaligan nga mga tinubdan.

Amping kanunay, Dapitanons.