24/03/2026
๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ข๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐, ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐, ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ซ
The Municipal Government of Gandara, Samar, through the Local Government Unit and in coordination with key partner agencies, successfully conducted an onsite validation and assessment of the Barangay Road Clearing Operations (BaRCO), KALINISAN sa Bagong Pilipinas Program, and HAPAG (Halinaโt Magtanim ng Prutas at Gulay) in the barangays of Bangahon, Natimonan, Sto. Nino, Hiparayan, Piรฑaplata, and Diaz.
The activity was undertaken by a composite validation team composed of representatives from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO), and Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO). This multi-sectoral approach highlights the governmentโs commitment to a whole-of-community strategy in ensuring effective program implementation at the grassroots level.
The onsite validation aimed to assess the level of compliance of the barangays with the standards set under the KALINISAN Program, which integrates BaRCO, HAPAG, and other environmental and community-based initiatives. These programs collectively promote clean, safe, and sustainable communities through proper waste management, road clearing, and the establishment of edible gardens for food security.
During the assessment, the team inspected barangay roads for obstructions and illegal structures in line with BaRCO guidelines, ensuring that public roads remain accessible and safe for all. Simultaneously, the status of community cleanliness, solid waste management practices, and regular conduct of clean-up drives under KALINISAN were evaluated. The presence and sustainability of communal and household gardens under the HAPAG program were also carefully reviewed, emphasizing the importance of local food production and nutrition.
The participation of partner agencies played a vital role in the comprehensive evaluation process. The PNP ensured peace and order considerations, while the BFP assessed fire safety compliance, particularly in relation to road accessibility. Meanwhile, MENRO focused on environmental management practices, and MAO provided technical guidance on agricultural initiatives under HAPAG.
The validation also served as an opportunity to provide technical assistance and recommendations to barangay officials, enabling them to further enhance their implementation strategies. It reinforced the importance of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement in delivering basic services to the community.
In conclusion, the successful conduct of the onsite validation and assessment in Barangays Bangahon, Natimonan, Sto. Niรฑo, Hiparayan, Piรฑaplata, and Diaz demonstrates the strong commitment of the local government and its partner agencies in advancing good governance and improving the quality of life of its constituents through effective program implementation.
