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The City of Balanga officially inaugurated the two-story Multi-Purpose Hall located in Barangays Bagumbayan and Central. The Multipurpose Hall in Barangay Central covers an area of 189 square meters. The ground floor accommodates the Day Care Center, Barangay Outpost, and a space for Senior Citizens, while the second floor features a conference room, an Alternative Learning System continue reading : Balanga City Inaugurates New Buildings to Enhance Community Services

The City of Balanga joined forces for the 2024 International Coastal Clean-Up and Barangay Clean-Up Drive, themed “Clean Seas for Blue Economy.” The event saw enthusiastic participation from city employees, barangay officials from all 25 barangays, Iskolar ng Balanga students, members of the City Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management Council (CFARMC), various national government agencies continue reading : City of Balanga Participates in 2024 International Coastal Clean-Up & Barangay Clean-Up Drive

The City Government of Balanga, in partnership with the Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Philippine Zhangzhou General Chamber of Commerce, recently conducted a relief operation in Brgy. Tenejero and Brgy. Upper Tuyo provided much-needed aid to the affected communities following the impact of Typhoon Carina. Mayor Francis Anthony S. Garcia commended the collaborative continue reading : Balanga Relief Operation Showcases Strong Partnerships and Generosity

The “Balanga Community-Based Ecotourism Zone” program underwent site validation as part of the prestigious Galing Pook Awards on August 12, 2024, at the City’s Audio Visual Room. Spearheaded by the Local Government of Balanga through the City Agriculture Office, this program underscores the critical role of preserving and protecting the city’s vital wetland areas. These continue reading : Balanga’s Community-Based Ecotourism Zone Program Undergoes Site Validation for Galing Pook Awards 2024

The City of Balanga has been recognized as one of the Digital Cities 2024, signifying a major achievement in its digital transformation journey. This award celebrates the city’s outstanding efforts in creating job opportunities, driving sustainable economic growth, improving digital infrastructure, and encouraging innovation and collaboration with all stakeholders. Furthermore, it highlights Balanga’s excellence in continue reading : Balanga City Recognized as One of the Digital Cities 2024

Fifty wheelchairs, ten crutches, ten canes, and ten assistive devices were recently distributed to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) from various barangays in Balanga in celebration of National Disability Rights Week formerly National Disability and Rehabilitation Week (NDRP) Week with the theme, “Bawat PWD Balangueño sa Philippine Registry for Persons with Disabilities (PRPWD), Rehistrado.” This initial continue reading : A Step Towards Inclusivity: COB Provides Wheelchairs and Assistive Devices to PWDs

The City Government of Balanga took an active role in the launch of two transformative initiatives by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT): the eGovPH mobile application and the Electronic Local Government Unit (eLGU). The event took place at the Bataan People’s Center on July 9, 2024. Distinguished attendees included Engr. Antonio Edward continue reading : eGovPH App Launching and eLGU Kick-Off in Bataan: Collaborative Efforts for A Digital Future

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Region III held a press briefing on July 2, 2024, at The Bunker, to discuss their eGov Launching and eLGU Kickoff program in Bataan. Scheduled for July 9, 2024, the program underscores the DICT’s commitment to advancing digital transformation across the Philippine archipelago through innovation and technology. continue reading : Digital Transformation Ahead: DICT Press Briefing on eGov Launch and eLGU Kick-off