PIO - Itogon

02/06/2026

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗝𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗗𝗼𝗴'𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿

To support the implementation of Itogon’s ordinance on stray animals and the prohibition of animals roaming along public roads, the Veterinary Services Section of the Municipal Agriculture Office is collecting old denim jeans that will be upcycled into dog collars.

The initiative aims to produce 700 dog collars for distribution to pet owners throughout the municipality, promoting responsible pet ownership and helping keep Itogon’s roads safer for both residents and animals.

Residents are encouraged to donate clean, used jeans and drop them off at the Municipal Agriculture Office, Municipal Hall, Poblacion, Itogon, until Friday, June 5, 2026.

01/06/2026

𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲! 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲

June 1, 2026 — The Municipal Government of Itogon, led by Mayor Bernard S. Waclin, through the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) headed by Gerard S. Cornel, will celebrate Environment Month 2026 this June with a series of activities promoting environmental awareness, conservation, and community participation.

With the theme “United for Nature: A Month of Environmental Festivity in Itogon,” MENRO has lined up various activities aimed at strengthening environmental stewardship and encouraging residents to take an active role in protecting Itogon’s natural resources.

Among the highlights are the Itogon Green Link Public Service Caravan, Agroforestry Trade Week, and Green Growth Expo from June 9 to 11, featuring environmental services, agroforestry products, and innovative waste diversion displays that showcase how recyclable materials can be transformed into useful products.

Several Communication, Education, and Public Awareness activities are also scheduled throughout the month, covering topics such as solid waste management, environmental conservation, forest land use planning, and responsible environmental practices for various sectors of the community.

A Tree Planting Activity will be held on June 25 in Anuvang, Tinongdan, while the celebration will culminate with a Closing and Awarding Ceremony on June 30 at the Municipal Gymnasium.

Through the observance, MENRO hopes to inspire greater environmental responsibility and foster a stronger culture of environmental protection among Itogon residents.

31/05/2026

Until July 5, 2026

🚨 TAX REMINDER! 🚨

The Tax Amnesty under the RPVARA Law is only until July 5, 2026!

Settle your delinquent Real Property Tax (RPT) now and avail of the tax amnesty benefits.

📍 Visit the Itogon Municipal Treasury Office, Poblacion, Itogon, Benguet
📩 For inquiries, message our FB Page: LGU-ITOGON Municipal Treasury Office
Email: [email protected]

Don’t miss this opportunity — settle your taxes before the deadline!

31/05/2026

REGULAR FIVE-DAY WORKWEEK RESUMES

The Municipal Government of Itogon will resume its regular Monday-to-Friday work schedule effective June 1, 2026, pursuant to Executive Order No. 27, Series of 2026, issued by Mayor Bernard S. Waclin.

Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Workdays: Monday to Friday

The previous compressed four-day workweek arrangement is hereby suspended. Other energy conservation and fleet-efficiency measures shall remain in effect.

29/05/2026

May 29, 2026 — Scenes during the Si-jup Festival held today at the Municipal Gym, Poblacion.

“Si-jup,” an Ibaloy term associated with sipping hot coffee, reflects not only a daily tradition among upland communities but also the growing identity of Itogon as one of Benguet’s emerging coffee-producing municipalities.

Following the parade of farmers and fisherfolks from the different barangays, participants gathered at the Municipal Gymnasium where they raised their enamel cups filled with hot coffee. Led by Councilor Norberto I. Pacio, everyone took a synchronized sip — a symbolic gesture honoring the hardworking coffee growers and celebrating the municipality’s agricultural heritage.

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29/05/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: May 29, 2026 — Residents lined up earlier today at the Municipal Gymnasium in Poblacion, Itogon for the Mobile Civil Registration and National ID Services.

Residents were able to avail of the on-the-spot issuance of PSA copies of birth, marriage, and death certificates, as well as National ID registration and updating services.

29/05/2026

𝗦𝗶-𝗷𝘂𝗽 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗜𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗸𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵

May 29, 2026 — Locally brewed coffee filled the air with aroma and pride as the Municipality of Itogon celebrated the culmination of its month-long Farmers and Fisherfolks Month Celebration through the Si-jup Festival.

“Si-jup,” an Ibaloy term associated with sipping hot coffee, reflects not only a daily tradition among upland communities but also the growing identity of Itogon as one of Benguet’s emerging coffee-producing municipalities.

Following the parade of farmers and fisherfolks from the different barangays, participants gathered at the Municipal Gymnasium where they raised their enamel cups filled with hot coffee. Led by Councilor Norberto I. Pacio, everyone took a synchronized sip — a symbolic gesture honoring the hardworking coffee growers and celebrating the municipality’s agricultural heritage.

The Coffee Pavilion organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) was where visitors witnessed various coffee brewing demonstrations showcasing the rich aroma and unique flavors of locally grown Benguet coffee. The pavilion highlighted the increasing appreciation for coffee and the potential of coffee farming as a sustainable livelihood for upland communities.

Guest Speaker Vice Governor Marie Rose Fongwan-Kepes emphasized the importance of preserving the identity of Benguet coffee and supporting local producers. She noted that Itogon produces high-quality coffee beans that continue to gain recognition and demand from buyers and businesses across the country.

As one of the authors of the Benguet Coffee Ordinance, the Vice Governor encouraged coffee farmers and producers to continue protecting and promoting their products. She stressed that Benguet coffee must be proudly labeled and recognized as a product of Itogon, reflecting the municipality’s culture, hard work, and agricultural excellence.

Among the recognized coffee-growing communities in Itogon is the Saddle Hartwell Lumbag Coffee Growers Association (SHALCOGA) in Barangay Ampucao. The group has become known for producing quality coffee and for helping transform communities affected by the decline of mining into sustainable coffee-growing areas.

Over the years, Benguet coffee has gained national and international recognition for its quality and distinct flavor profile. Itogon coffee has also been featured in specialty coffee markets and has contributed to the growing reputation of Cordillera coffee in the Philippines.

The Si-jup Festival served not only as a celebration of coffee culture but also as a tribute to the resilience, dedication, and contribution of farmers and fisherfolks to the local economy and food security.

The month-long celebration was spearheaded by the Municipal Government of Itogon led by Mayor Bernard S. Waclin through the Municipal Agriculture Office headed by Berto O. Bayeng.

28/05/2026

All are invited to join the parade in celebration of Itogon’s Farmers and Fisherfolks on Friday, May 29, 2026.

Assembly time is at 7:30 AM at Itogon Central School, with the parade proceeding to the Municipal Gymnasium, Poblacion.

28/05/2026

Get your PSA Copy On the Spot!

The Itogon Local Civil Registry Office (LCRO), in partnership with the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), will conduct a Mobile Civil Registration & National ID Services activity on Friday, May 29, 2026, at the Municipal Gymnasium, Poblacion, Itogon.

Residents may avail of on-the-spot issuance of PSA copies of birth, marriage, and death certificates, as well as CENOMAR and CENODEATH. National ID registration and information updating services will also be available.

The Itogon LCRO will also assist residents with concerns regarding late registration, correction of entries, legitimation, acknowledgment, adoption, and other civil registry-related concerns.