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25/08/2026

📍 Finding the Lines, Strengthening the Boundaries!

Today, August 25, 2026, the Barangay Boundary Monument Relocation Survey and Validation was conducted at Sitio Asok, Barangay Tabugon, bringing together various stakeholders to help establish and validate the barangay boundary on the ground.

The activity was participated in by representatives from CENRO, Barangay Officials, and IP Representatives, together with the City Planning and Development Office (CPDO), City Engineer’s Office (CEO), and City Assessor’s Office.

Through collaborative field validation and technical assessment, the activity supports clearer boundaries, accurate spatial information, and better-informed local planning and governance.

18/08/2026

🌿✨ KABANKALAN’S GREEN LIGHT IS ON!
Ecoluminaries 2026: Where Environmental Action Meets Excellence! 🌏💚

The City Government of Kabankalan hosted the External Validation of its entries for the 2026 Ecoluminaries Awards on August 17, 2026, at the SP Conference Room. The activity provided an opportunity to showcase the City’s environmental initiatives and accomplishments before a team of external evaluators from the Provincial Environment Management Office (PEMO) and partner agencies. City Mayor Hon. Benjie M. Miranda graced the activity, underscoring the City’s continued commitment to environmental protection, conservation, and sustainable development.

Kabankalan’s Ecoluminaries 2026 Entries:
🌱 Wetlands Conservation and Management Award
Presenter: EnP Susana M. Casalem, CPDC-CPDO
🌿 Gawad Kalikasan Award
Presenter: EnP Susana M. Casalem, CPDC-CPDO
🏫 Green School Excellence Award (DC Gurrucharri Memorial School)
Presenter: Denrose L. Entierro, Principal I
🌳 Abanse Lalaki Para sa Dunang Manggad Award
Presenter: Lemar Kim T. Bati-on, LPT/MAEd

External Evaluators:
• Dr. Maria Elena San Jose – Head, TSSD Division, PEMO
• Mr. Pierre Francis San Jose – Senior PMS, PEMO
• Ms. Gemma Dela Paz – CDA-PEMO LGU Coordinator
• Mr. Raymond Carlos – Forest Ranger, PEMO
• Mr. Cristian Cario – OIC, FRMS/FRLS, BFAR-NIR
• Mr. Julie Rey V. Molavin – DMO 3, PENRO Negros Occidental
• Mr. Gregorio Prero – NREMS Director, CPSU

From wetlands and forests to schools and sustainable resource management, these entries reflect Kabankalan’s continuing efforts to turn environmental commitment into meaningful action.

Four entries. One shared commitment. One greener Kabankalan. 🌏💚

14/08/2026

🌿 URBAN BIODIVERSITY: MAPPING NATURE IN THE CITY! 🐦🌱

🌳🔎 On August 11–12, 2026, the City Government of Kabankalan conducted Urban Biodiversity Area Mapping at the Public Plaza, So. Cabangahan in Brgy. Hilamonan and So. Pinamulakan, Brgy. Tabugon.

From plants to wildlife and everything in between, the activity helped document the living treasures that thrive even within our urban spaces. 🌿

🦋🐦 Every observation, every location mapped, and every species recorded adds another piece to the bigger picture of our city’s biodiversity.

📍 Map it. Spot it. Protect it!

13/08/2026

⚡ ENERGY CHECK: AUDIT MODE ON! 🌱💡

Today, August 13, 2026, the City Government of Kabankalan underwent the DOE-GEMP Energy Audit—taking a closer look at how we use energy, where we can save, and how we can make our operations more efficient. 🔍⚡

It’s more than checking meters and equipment—it’s about turning energy awareness into smarter practices, lower consumption, and a greener workplace. 🌿

Because every kilowatt saved counts! 💚
Audit today. Save energy tomorrow. Build a more sustainable city. 🌏✨

11/08/2026

💧🌿 LET THE CONSERVATION CONVERSATION FLOW! 🌿💧

The TICATO Freshwater Local Conservation Area Management Board gathered today, August 11, 2026, at the SP Session Hall for another round of meaningful discussions, coordination, and collaboration for the protection of our freshwater resources.

With representatives from the TICATO barangays and various partner stakeholders coming together, the meeting provided an avenue to share ideas, address concerns, strengthen partnerships, and align efforts toward the sustainable management of the Local Conservation Area.

Different voices. Different roles. One shared commitment to keep TICATO flowing for generations to come. 💦🤝🌱

07/08/2026

📊 Monitoring Matters: Stronger Barangays, Better Projects! 💪🏗️

Effective development starts with effective monitoring! ✔️

Barangay officials from across Kabankalan City gathered today, August 7, 2026, at the SP Session Hall for the City Project Monitoring Committee (CPMC) Capacity Building on Project Monitoring and Evaluation, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to help ensure that government projects are implemented efficiently, transparently, and for the benefit of every community.

The activity, facilitated by the City Planning and Development Office (CPDO) in coordination with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), was graced by City Mayor Benjie Miranda, with inspiring messages from Liga ng mga Barangay President Hon. Rico M. Regalia, Eduardo G. Lutao, LGOO VII - DILG Cluster Head, and EnP Susana M. Casalem, City Planning and Development Coordinator.

Participants also gained valuable insights from resource speakers Filiane Rose B. Loquin, LGOO II/OIC–PDMU Chief, and Engr. Joshua M. Gustilo, Engineer II, while CLGOO Mark Angelo Linas led the Action Planning and Commitment Setting, encouraging every barangay to translate learning into action.

Because every well-monitored project means better services, greater accountability, and stronger communities. Together, we build a Kabankalan where every project counts! 📍✅

04/08/2026

📍 SGLG Technical Working Group (TWG) Coordination, Assessment, and Action Planning Meeting

Earlier this morning, August 4, 2026, the City Planning and Development Office (CPDO) facilitated the SGLG Technical Working Group (TWG) Coordination, Assessment, and Action Planning Meeting at the SP Session Hall, Kabankalan City Hall.

The meeting brought together department heads, assistant department heads, and representatives from concerned offices to strengthen the City's preparedness for the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) assessment.

The activity focused on reviewing SGLG indicators, validating documentary requirements, assessing the current status of compliance, identifying gaps, and formulating action plans to ensure that all concerned offices are aligned with the standards of good local governance.

Through collaboration and shared commitment, the City Government of Kabankalan continues to uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, efficiency, and responsive public service in its pursuit of the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG).

31/07/2026

✨🌊 Protecting our rivers start with collective action 🌿💙

On July 28-29, 2026, the City Government of Kabankalan, through the City Planning & Development Office and its dedicated Bantay Suba volunteers, conducted a river monitoring and conservation activity to help safeguard the city's waterways.

The two-day activity focused on strengthening environmental stewardship through regular monitoring, promoting river conservation, and encouraging communities to become active partners in protecting freshwater ecosystems.

Every clean river reflects a community that cares. Together, let us continue preserving our rivers today for a cleaner, healthier, and a more resilient Kabankalan tomorrow.

28/07/2026

🚧 Building Better Communities, One Project at a Time! 🏗️🌱

Progress is best measured by the impact it creates in the lives of our people. Today, July 28, 2026, the City Project Monitoring Committee (CPMC) conducted field monitoring activities to ensure that priority infrastructure projects are being implemented efficiently, transparently, and in accordance with quality standards.

The monitoring covered the following ongoing projects:
📍 Construction of the Multi-Purpose Facility for Teachers and Learners in Brgy. Tan-awan
📍 Construction of the Concrete Road along Tan-awan–Colambo Road in Brgy. Oringao
📍 Construction of the Concrete Road along So. Lumboy to Purok Cadlum, traversing Brgys. Oringao and Camingawan

Through regular site inspections and collaborative monitoring, the CPMC reinforces the City Government's commitment to accountability, quality infrastructure, and responsive public service—ensuring that every project delivers lasting benefits to communities.

27/07/2026

🎉✨ AND THE CELEBRATION BEGINS! ✨🎉

The City Planning and Development Office (CPDO) joins the Opening of Kabankalan City’s 29th Charter Week Celebration! 🥳🎊

With excitement in the air and the city coming together, we officially kick off a week filled with meaningful activities, shared moments, and celebrations of Kabankalan’s journey, identity, and continued progress. 🙌✨

Let the festivities begin! 🎉💙💛

Happy 29th Charter Week, Kabankalan City! 🥳🎊

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Kabankalan
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