DILG Kawayan

22/04/2026

Ongoing | Barangay Council for the Protection of Children (BCPC) Audit of the 20 Barangays of Kawayan.

10/04/2026

10/04/2026

READ | ‘NO EXCUSES ON TURNOVER’: DILG URGES EARLY INVENTORY PREPARATIONS FOR BARANGAYS, SKs

Months ahead of the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE), the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has directed all barangay and SK officials nationwide to begin early inventory and turnover preparations to ensure seamless governance at the grassroots.

Issued through Memorandum Circular No. 2026-021, the directive reinforces President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s push for accountability across all levels of government and aims to prevent disruptions in basic services during the transition of leadership in November.

“All barangay and SK officials must fully account for properties, financial records, documents, and money accountabilities before the assumption of newly elected officials,” the Department said.

To institutionalize the process, Punong Barangays are instructed to organize Barangay Inventory Teams (BITs), composed of barangay officials and community representatives, to oversee the documentation and turnover of all assets and records. SK Chairpersons are likewise directed to form SK Inventory Teams (SKITs), ensuring youth sector accountability is upheld.

These teams will conduct both initial and final inventories and will work closely with City and Municipal Assessment and Transition Teams to guarantee compliance and provide operational support throughout the transition period.

The directive is anchored on existing laws, including Presidential Decree No. 1445, the Local Government Code of 1991, and the SK Reform Act of 2015, all of which mandate proper management, documentation, and safeguarding of government resources.

The DILG warned that failure to properly turn over government properties and accountabilities may result in administrative and legal liability under existing laws, rules, and regulations.

The Department emphasized that a complete and transparent turnover is critical to ensuring continuity in public service and maintaining trust in local governance.

“Transitions should not interrupt service. This is about making sure every incoming official can continue delivering for their community from day one,” the Department added.

The BSKE is scheduled on the first Monday of November 2026.

07/04/2026

LOOK | Peace and order starts with everyday choices.

Sa ilalim ng Article 155, paragraph 2 ng Revised Penal Code, may pananagutan ang sinumang nagdudulot ng gulo sa pampublikong lugar kabilang ang kaguluhan habang lasing.

Hindi ito simpleng “bisyo lang.” Kapag may istorbo, may batas na umiiral.

Kasama rito ang:
• public disturbance at alarms and scandals
• unjust vexation o pang-iistorbo sa kapwa
• resistance o pagsuway sa awtoridad
• tumults at mas seryosong kaguluhan sa publiko
• acts against decency sa pampublikong lugar

At sa mga LGUs, may dagdag pang ordinansa sa public drinking, videoke, curfew, at iba pang nakakaapekto sa kaayusan.

Simple lang:
Uminom kung gusto. Huwag manggulo. Lalo na huwag gawin sa publikong lugar.

Respeto sa sarili. Respeto sa kapwa. Respeto sa komunidad.

May batas. Ipatupad natin nang tama.

02/04/2026

Paalala: Gumamit ng tamang Termino.

27/03/2026

Isang paalala mula sa Municipal Local Government Operations Office ng Kawayan, Biliran

27/03/2026

READ | DILG: MLGOOs STRENGTHEN RULE OF LAW, SUPPORT FAIR BARANGAY JUSTICE

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) reaffirmed the vital role of Municipal Local Government Operations Officers (MLGOOs) in upholding the rule of law and ensuring that the Katarungang Pambarangay system functions effectively and fairly.

Within the Katarungang Pambarangay system, MLGOOs guide barangay officials in observing proper procedures for mediation and conciliation, including the issuance of summons, the conduct of hearings, and adherence to due process under Republic Act No. 7160.

The Department clarified that while the Lupon or Pangkat does not possess coercive power to physically compel attendance, the law provides clear consequences for unjustified non-appearance. Under Section 515 of the Local Government Code, refusal or willful failure to appear despite a valid summons may give rise to indirect contempt proceedings upon proper application before the court and may also affect the ability of parties to pursue claims or counterclaims.

The DILG underscored that the absence of direct coercive authority is distinct from the existence of legal repercussions for disobedience, which are enforced through the courts.

“Ang papel ng MLGOO ay tiyakin na ang proseso ay tama, malinaw, at naaayon sa batas. Sa ganitong paraan, napapanatili ang tiwala ng mamamayan sa ating mga institusyon,” the Department said.

The DILG also expressed concern over the treatment of MLGOO Dexter Castro Narrido during a recent television interview, where he was subjected to undue humiliation while correctly discussing the application of the law. While scrutiny and debate are part of public service, these must be exercised with fairness, respect, and a shared commitment to clarity and understanding.

19/03/2026

Celebrating 119 years of resilience, service, and progress!!!

22/02/2026

Kawayan and Maripipi Barangays Attended Katarungang Pambarangay Training

The Local Government Unit of Kawayan under the leadership of Mayor Rudy Espina and Vice Mayor Jake Espina, in coordination with the Liga ng mga Barangay and DILG Kawayan successfully concluded the Katarungang Pambarangay Skills Enhancement Training and L!sto si Kap Orientation on February 18, 2026.

The event drew strong participation from Punong Barangays, Barangay Secretaries, Lupon Members, and Sangguniang Barangay Members, bolstered by expert resource persons from DILG, PAO, and Philippine Mediation Unit.

DILG Biliran Provincial Director, Cluster Head and MLGOOs attended the activity to refresh their knowledge on KP and enhance their effeciency in providing technical assistance to their respective LGUS.

Hon. Vice Mayor Jake Espina also attended the activity to show solid support to the 20 barangays of Kawayan.

The activity was supported by the Liga ng mga Barangay of Kawayan thru Liga President Hon. Bongbong Tillada.

13/02/2026

Kawayan, Biliran – Nineteen Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) barangays from Kawayan successfully wrapped up a two-day Annual Budget and Annual Barangay Youth Investment Program (ABYIP) Formulation Workshop.

The event drew active participation from all SK councils except Brgy. Tubig Guinoo, which failed to attend either day.

The activity was spearheaded by the Municipal Local Government Operations Office, the Muncipal Budget Office and Local Youth and Development Office and the Office of the Municipal Accountant under the leadership of Mayor Rudy Espina and Vice Mayor Jake Espina.




Photo courtesy of SJ Leones