Dagupan

Chapter 1: Introduction
Chartered City of Dagupan
Location and Boundaries
Dagupan city officially covers a total land area of 4,008 hectares or about
40,079,278.93 square meters.1 It falls under the latitude 160 01’ to 160 07’ north and
longitude 1200 18’ to 1200 23’ east. It is bounded by the Lingayen Gulf in the north,
Municipality of San Fabian in the northeast, Municipality of Mangaldan in the East,
Municipality of Calasiao in the South and Municipality of Binmaley in the West. However,
the digitized cadastral maps, show that the digitized cadastral maps reveal a different
perspective; that the boundary of Dagupan City is equivalent to 4,447.10 hectares.2
From Dagupan city to Manila, the country’s capital, is 212 kilometers which could
be traveled for about 4 to 5 hours by any land transportation. From Dagupan to the summer
Capital of the Philippines, Baguio, the distance is 70 kilometers. It could be reached in
about 2 hours by any land transportation.
Physical Divisions and Map
Today, Dagupan city is politically subdivided into 31 Barangays. The largest
Barangay is Brgy, Bonuan Boquig while the smallest is the Barangay I. However, having
the biggest land area does not necessarily mean that they would have the biggest
1
Dagupan City. (2016, November 26) Geography.Retrieved from Dagupan Official Website:
https://www.dagupan.gov.ph/about-dagupan/geography/
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population. The most populous barangay is Brgy. Bonuan Gueset while the least is
Barangay I.
35.98% of its land use is basically for farming, while 22.88% are reserved for the
fishing industry. While the rest is used for businesses, infrastructures, institutional,
governmental, recreational, and streets. The city has 4 open markets. Some business
foundations include 1.) general stock markets, exchanging and nourishment house, 2.) land
administrations or lessor, 3.) sari-sari stores, and 4.) protection or loaning speculators and
banking. 3
Dagupan city is considered to be the region’s center point. It is the business,
commercial and banking center of the North. It is the retail and wholesale capital of Region
I. Dagupan alone has over 50 banks. It also has the most number of schools; many other
localities stay in Dagupan to acquire quality education. Currently, it houses 2 of the major
schools namely the University of Pangasinan-PHINMA and the University of Luzon.
Every generation, the graduates being produced by these schools play a major role on
protecting Dagupan city’s status quo and sustaining its development.
The city also has the major hospitals like the Region I, Nazareth General Hospital
and others. Many other localities go over to Dagupan city and seek treatment in the
hospitals of Dagupan because they have high quality service. This is another proof that
Dagupan city is considered to be the center of Region I, even in the delivery of services.
3
Approving the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning Ordinance of the City of Dagupan, 2015-2025. 3
May 2017, aseanlip.com/philippines/general/notices/approving-the-comprehensive-land-use-plan-and-
zoning-ordinance-of-the-city-of-dagupan-20152025/AL18300. Accessed 23 Apr. 2018.
Recently, after 40 years, the Comprehensive Land Use Plan has also been drafted
and updated in accordance to the current stance of Dagupan city. This is an action to
determine the different land divisions or purposes of the land area of Dagupan. This is to
determine which part is for recreational purposes like parks, which land is for
transportations or roads, which part is attributed to agricultural or farming, which part is
the most ideal Residential areas, and which parts are strategic places or locations for
businesses and commercial areas. Additionally, it is also another way to attract the
different investors. Aside from attracting potential investors, it also aims to strategically
protect its citizens away from hazardous locations while maximizing the land area of the
city. 4
Dagupan city is also blessed with 2 beaches namely Tondaligan Beach and Pugaro
Beach. The former has been polluted years before the current executive assumed the
position. However, upon being elected, being an advocate of a cleaner and safer
environment, the beach has been rehabilitated and restored to its natural and beautiful state.
As of today, it has many recreational activities like Banana boats and Jet skis. Most
importantly, this is an act of the government to protect and preserve the environment,
especially the Bonuan, Tondaligan Beach. Because this is the main source of the “Bangus”
or Milkfish, which is considered to be a precious gem in Dagupan city. Hence, it would be
such a huge lost if it would not be sustained and protected today.
4
Approving the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning Ordinance of the City of Dagupan, 2015-2025. 3
May 2017, aseanlip.com/philippines/general/notices/approving-the-comprehensive-land-use-plan-and-
zoning-ordinance-of-the-city-of-dagupan-20152025/AL18300. Accessed 23 Apr. 2018.
The milk fish (scientific name: Chano Chanos) has a proportioned streamlined
appearance, and has a fork sized caudal fin which feeds on algae and invertebrates due to
its absence of teeth; in the market, usually, the readily available size is of 14 inches. 5
However, Bangus is not only the only sea creature being offered by Dagupan city.
It also exports Small, tasty oysters, Malaga, Tilapia, Sugpo,
5
Shiro, H. (1982). A comparative study of various extenders for milkfish, Chanos chanos (Forsskål), sperm
preservation. Elsevier,339-346. Retrieved April 23, 2018, from
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/004484868290076X.
Figure 1: The Map shows the demarcations and vicinity of Dagupan City
TOTAL TOTAL LAND BARANGAY
POPULATION AREA (sqm) CAPTAIN
BACAYAO NORTE 3,678 764,900 Hon. Eugenio C.
Balolong
BACAYAO SUR 2, 949 370,900 Hon. Gregorio O.
Taminaya
BARANGAY I 110,700 Hon. Herminigildo J.
754 Rosal
BARANGAY II & 188100 Hon. Robert L.
III 3,164 Melecio
BARANGAY IV 146,900 Hon. Raul S. Sayson
942
BOLOSAN 4, 327 1,404,000 Hon.Cesario J.
Edades
BONUAN BINLOC 9, 239 2,921,000 Hon. Pedro Q.
Gonzales
BONUAN BOQUIG 15, 334 5,496,000 Hon. Joseph O.
Maramba
BONUAN GUESET 24, 696 4,857,000 Hon. Ricardo C.
Mejia
CALMAY 7, 513 2,129,000 Hon. Evangelista V.
Dela Cruz
CARAEL 5, 302 3,407,000 Hon. Luzviminda D.
Velasquez
CAANGLAAN 7, 237 731,500 Hon. Teresita T.
Coquia
HERERRO PEREZ 2, 720 477,400
Hon. Levy Tirao Sr.
LASIP CHICO 1,535 285,200 Hon. Richard L.
Ramos
LASIP GRANDE 2, 938 439,600 Hon. Rodolfo S.
Siapno
LOMBOY 1,532 759,600 Hon. Arsenio D.
Santillan, Sr.
LUCAO 10, 922 1,953,000 Hon. Marcelino D.
Fernandez
MALUED 10 539 1,489,000 Hon. Filipina S.
Delos Santos
MAMALINGLING 1,631 2,162,000 Hon. Sonny G. Tuates
MANGUIN 4, 146 1,268,000 Hon. Benedict G.
Cayabyab
MAYOMBO 8, 893 817,600 Hon. Dante C.
Paragas
PANTAL 19, 242 3,247,000 Hon. Julita F. Perez
POBLACION 714,800 Hon. Lolita P.
OESTE 5, 068 Vallejos
POGO CHICO 5, 157 396,200 Hon. Dean Bryan L.
Kua
POGO GRANDE 2, 366 396,200 Hon. George M.
Galvan
PUGARO SUIT 5, 330 1,607,000 Hon. Ador D. Bancod
SALAPINGAO 3, 238 954,700 Hon. Delfin F. De
Guzman
SALISAY 2, 391 1,258,000 Hon. Conrado C.
Muyalde
TAMBAC 2, 608 1,493,000 Hon.Wilfredo M.
Salayog
TAPUAC 4, 920 1,187,000 Hon. Jake I. Reyes
TEBENG 3, 074 1,032,000 Hon. Helen F. Fermil

TOTAL: 31 171,271 44,464,300
Barangays
Source: City of Budget office
History
Dagupan City’s early settlers are believed to have originated from Flores Islands in
Indonesia because of the strong resemblance of Pangasinan dialect. Fishing and salt making
are two of the most well-known occupations of the aforementioned settlers. Even today,
this livelihood is considered to be one of the major sources of income among the coastal
residents of Dagupan City.6
Before the Spaniards came, it is believed that Kings, Queens and Princesses ruled
the people of Pangasinan. The last known King was King Ari Kasikis. His kingdom was
believed to have been located in an are now popularly known as the City of San Carlos. In
addition, it is also believed that the had a religion of their own. Women are to perform the
religious worships in a god they called “Ana-Gaoley”.7
6
Dagupan City. (2016, November 25). History. Retrieved from Dagupan City Official Website:
https://www.dagupan.gov.ph/about-dagupan/history/
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Dagupan City. (2005, November 28). Retrieved from
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Moreover, Dagupan City was originally named by the Augustinian missionaries as
Bacnotan, this was a few years after 1583, when the Spanish encomienda in Pangasinan
was first founded. During this time, Dagupan has long been known as the market place not
only to Pangasinan but to the whole Region I. Andres Malong, a local chieftain, led a revolt
against the Spaniards for imposing forced labor in 1660. In commemoration for the forces
under Malong’s leadership, the place was rebuilt after the revolution and renamed
“Nandaragupan” which means, where people meet.8
In 1780, Nandaragupan was simplified to Dagupan, which was followed by the
end of Spanish rule on June 23 1898 when the Spanish troops surrendered the Katipunan
which was then being led by General Francisco Makabulos. 9The arrival of 45th Infantry
Battalion, headed by Gen. Douglas MacArthur at the shores of Bonuan completely
liberated Dagupan from the Spanish rule. The first election was held through a viva voce
which was later on followed by the establishment of the first civil government on February
16, 1901. In addition, the fall of Bataan also posed a serious effect on the site in that the
Japanese Army invaded Dagupan which lasted until 1945.
Two years after the liberation, Dagupan became a city on June 20, 1947 by virtue
of Republic Act 170, a law known as the City Charter of Dagupan. This Charter governs
the operations of the city as an independent component city.10
8
Dagupan City. (2016, November 25). History. Retrieved from Dagupan City Official Website:
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Even today, Dagupan city still embodies its history being the center of market and
being the “Dagupan na aray to tuo” which translates to meeting place of the people. Being
region I’s most competitive city, it resembles its identity being the marketplace of not only
in Pangasinan but also in the whole Region I, but in a more urbanized and more developed
one.
Bangus Festival
Dagupan city has various festivals but its main festival is the Bangus festival. It has
been recognized by the Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines and the
Department of Tourism as one of the three best festivals celebrated in the Philippines.
The Dagupan Bangus Festival is a yearly celebration in Dagupan city which has
been started on 2002 under the administration of the Former Hon. Benjie Saplan Lim11. It
is a successful effort to promote the growing Bangus and industry, increase the sales and
production of the local milkfish and at the same time, promote the City of Dagupan. In
addition, this is also a successful effort to lay emphasis on the uniquene taste of the
Dagupan Bangus.
Since then, it has been an annual month-long event. It has also claimed the longest
running festival in the country. This festivity highlights the local industry of Bangus or
milkfish. This annual event has also been the best advertisement for the world’s tastiest
milkfish. It promotes Dagupan city as the well-known “Bangus Capital of the World”.
11
Philippine Travel Destinations. (2003, May 3). Dagupan Bangus Festival. Retrieved from Philippine
Travel Destinations: http://www.philippinetraveldestinations.com/dagupan-bangus-festival/
The Bangus Festival has various diverse programs all month long. Example of
which is the most awaited part, the "Gilon Gilon ed dalan” Street Dancing competition.
Gilon Gilon ed dalan roughly translates catching of fish. It is an inter-barangay street
dancing competition involves creatively demonstrates ways of catching bangus or milkfish
through its choreography, movements, costumes, and props.
All of the 31 barangays of Dagupan compete with one another during this street
dancing. Legend says that they do this as an offering and way of thanks for the successful
harvest until it became a tradition. These dancers depict the fishermen catching the bangus.
They could be as creative as they can. The props are not only limited with bangus and
fishermen. Sometimes, they could use mermaids or merman as props or it could be as grand
as them making a beautiful giant pearl and connect it with the theme. Usually, each group
is accompanied by a band with diverse instruments. They walk around the streets and then
give the people a 5-minute exhibition. Then they march towards the city plaza, where their
full performance can be seen.
The winner in this competition will compete in the “festivals of the north, which
will be hosted by the Dagupan city usually during the 27th of April. It will be contested by
various diverse festivals in not only Pangasinan but the whole region I, including Ilocos
sur, Ilocos norte and Baguio. Sometimes, there are visitors who travel there just to exhibit
their own festivals through street dancing.
Another major program is the historic “Kalutan ed dalan” which occurs every 30th
of April which signifies the last day of the Dagupan Bangus Festival. This was started on
May 3, 2003 by the former mayor Benjie Saplan Lim in an effort to endorse not only the
bangus but also the city of Dagupan. In addition, it has also been a successful attempt to
claim the guiness book of world record title of having the “longest bangus barbecue” which
measured slightly over 1 kilometer which broke the November 1999, long-standing world
record of Peru.12 However, the victory was shortlived but later reclaimed the same world
title for having 2.006 kilometers of bangus barbecue, grilling more that 8000 kilograms of
Bangus.
The Environment
The city’s climate falls under climate Type I which could be characterized with two
seasons; the wet and the dry. The coldest month is the month of January. Rainfall usually
starts at June; however, heavy rainfall usually starts to be experienced on July and ends on
the month of August. Dry season starts in November and usually ends during the month of
May or First week of June.13
12
Philippine Cities. (2007, August 1). Dagupan City, Pangasinan. Retrieved from Philippine Cities:
https://philippinescities.com/region-1-ilocos-region/dagupan-city-pangasinan/
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Dagupan City. (2005, January). Climate. Retrieved from Dagupan City Official Website:
https://www.dagupan.gov.ph/about-dagupan/climate/
Near death incident of the river
Alarming as it was, the river of Dagupan city nearly died. This is really crucial
because Dagupan city is well-known for being the top producer of The Bangus or Milkfish
in the whole world because of its unique and delicious taste. When the current Mayor Belen
T. Fernandez visited the river together with the Dagupan city Bureau of Fisheries and
Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Director Wesley Rosario visited the river, they saw that the
river was colored black, the oysters were gone and the water stinks.14
A major factor of this is because of the 900 plus fish pens that was present; it was
also discovered that majority of which are not owned by the locals, it was owned by the
wealthy businessmen outside Dagupan city. Although it would be a political suicide,
considering the fact that is a main source of livelihood, the chief executive insisted the
removal of all fish pens in an attempt to revive the river.15
The Government today is also working hand in hand and coordinating with various
organizations to preserve its environment especially its water for it is one of the sources of
livelihood and it is the main investment of the “Bangus” or Milkfish and oysters which are
being exported. So, they are looking for ways on how to protect and sustain the industry
without sacrificing the environment.
During this time, because of this action, the water has been cleaner. The oysters are
also back, which is a sign of a safer river. In addition, the localities are also allowed to put
14
Fernandez, B. (2018, March 26). City if Dagupan. (K. Migallon, Interviewer)
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fish pen; with a maximum of 7x10m. With the condition that the permits shall be given to
them personally to avoid re selling of permits to other wealthy businessmen.
Anti-Drug Campaign
A safe environment would not only mean preservation of natural resources but also
preservation of the people. Even before the current president launched its anti-drug
campaign, the chief executive has already been pushing for a drug-free city. The Chief
executive has already been coordinating with the Philippine National Police (PNP) to push
for the Sagip User project. This aims to rehabilitate the surrenders with the help of other
religious organizations. In her first three years, they were able to jail about 700+ people.16
After the rehabilitation process, the city has the duty to help them get back and start
their lives, so they help them find jobs and livelihood for them. As a result, those who
recovered have been embracing their drug-free lives and are continually encouraging others
to stop or not enter into illegal drugs. In addition, as of today, all 31 barangays are declared
drug-free. 17
The Executive has also been active in various diverse recreational activities in
support for the ant-drug campaign like Swimming, Taekwondo, Karate, Music, Journalism,
Archery, Basketball, Volleyball, Gymnastics and many more. In line with this, the
government has also been financially supporting the trainings that the children of the
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contestants would have to undergo, months before the official Region I Athletic
Association.18
Additionally, these activities have also been coordinated with various agencies or
partners of the city. One example is in swimming, they have tapped the Bert Lozada
swimming school to train the young athletes. Another one, in order to encourage children,
the University of Santo Tomas, College of Music taught the kids on various instruments
such as guitars, cello, keyboard, violin, ukulele, and other instruments.
Scholarships are also given in support for the anti-drug campaign. The budgets of
which are being increased. In order to help the students and pull them away from illegal
drugs. Because if he or she does not have a thing to do, it might be because of curiosity
that the child will succumb to illegal drugs. And in the future, if he or she has not finished
his or her studies, he or she will not be able to or find it hard to acquire decent jobs. Which
would result to them being dependent on illegal drugs.19
Education is the key. Supporting education hits 2 birds in one stone. It ensures the
future of the child to be successful and at the same time, it pulls the child away from doing
or being involved with the illegal drugs.
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Chapter 2
Political Profile
Political History
Dagupan city has started of with appointed Captains of Dagupan. Before,
Captains were equivalent with mayors today. The First Captain was Don Francisco
Arzadon.20 Dagupan city like any others have used to be a municipality. It was only on
1947 that Republic Act 170, also known as the city charter of Dagupan, which was signed
by President Roxas, mandated Dagupan city to be an independent component city. That is
why from Hon. Jovellanos up to Hon. Fernandez Sr., they were called not as a city mayor
but as a municipal president and also, vice mayors were then called as municipal vice
mayors.
List of Chief Executives
The Chief Executive is the City or Municipal Mayor. He or she is considered to be
the chairman of the Executive. The Executive Issuance originate from his or her office. He
or She is the representative of the City from other Local Government Unit.
Name Years in service
Hon. Toribio Jovellanos 1900-1901
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Hon. Fabian Villamil 1901-1902
Hon. Juan Villamil 1902-1905
Hon. Gregorio Beltran 1905-1906
Hon. Modesto Hortaleza Coquia 1906-1909
Hon. Mariano Laurel 1909-1911
Hon. Antonio Llamas Fernandez 1911- 1915
Hon. Ciriaco Palaganas 1915-1916
Hon. Guillermo De Venecia 1916-1918; 1925-1926
Hon. Jose V. Jovellanos 1919-1922
Hon. Felix Calimlim 1926-1928
Hon. Jose Paras Calimlim 1928-1931
Hon. Jose Fernandez Llamas 1931-1934
Hon. Amado Llamas Ayson 1943-1945
Hon. Rupuerto Zabala Tandoc 1945
Hon. Alipio Fernandez Sr. 1946-1947
Hon. Angel B. Fernandez 1948-1953

Hon. Teofilo P. Guadiz Sr. 1954-1959
Hon. Gaudencio S. Siapno 1953-1957
Hon. Liberato LL. Reyna Sr. 1960-1967
Hon. Rosalynda A. De Venecia 1987-1988
Hon. Alipio Fernandez Jr. 1992-2001; 2007-2010
Hon. Benjie Saplan Lim 2001-2004; 2010-2013
Hon. Belen T. Fernandez 2013-present
Source: City Administrators office
List of Presiding Officers
The Presiding officers are usually the vice mayors. During his or her absence,
someone from the Sanggunian will take over. If the Vice mayor is on leave, or not within
the jurisdiction of the Republic of the Philippines, automatically, the first councilor will
take over. However, if he or she is just absent and still within the bounds of the territory
of the Republic of the Philippines, the sanggunian will vote on who will be the presiding
officer of the day. His or her job is to make sure that everything is in order, that the laws
are being followed and that in case of a tie, he or she is supposed to break it.
In the case of Dagupan city, they have a Pro tempore officer and an assistant pro
tempore so that their errands will not be distracted and they would not waste time. The
Pro tempore is being elected every first meeting along with their different positions in the
council21. They elect in in order for them to not have a problem anymore when it comes
to the presiding officer not being present. However, if all of them, the presiding officer,
pro tempore and the assistant pro tempore is absent, then that is the time that the council
really needs to vote on who presides for the day.
Hon. Guillermo De Venecia 1911
Hon. Felix Calimlim 1911-1915; 1925-1926
Hon. Marcelino Balolong 1946
Hon. Teofil Guadiz 1954-9155
Hon. Felipe Cuison 1960-1967
Hon. Conrado Beltran 1968-1971
Hon. Armando Fernandez 1972-1975
Hon. Cipriano M. Manaois 1976-1983
Hon. Felipe Siapno 1984-1985
Hon. Conrado Guadiz 1986
Hon. Alejandro Decano 1986-1987
Hon. Magno Vent Cornel 1987-1988
Hon. Alipio Fernandez Jr. 1988-1991
Hon. Teodoro Manaois 1992-2001
Hon. Alipio Vittorio Ramon Fernandez 2001-2007
Hon. Alvin Fernandez
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Fernandez, M. (2018, April 12). City of Dagupan. (K. Migallon, Interviewer)
Hon. Belen T. Fernandez
Hon. Marc Brian Lim
Current City Councilors of Dagupan city
Hon. Maybelyn Rose DC. Fernandez Majority Floor Leader
Hon. Luis M. Samson Assistant Minority Floor Leader
Hon. Redford Christian P. Erfe-Mejia Minority Floor Leader
Hon. Dennis C. Canto City Councilor
Hon. Alvin T. Coquia Assistant Majority Floor Leader
Hon. Nicanor D. Aquino City Councilor
Hon. Jose Netu M. Tamayo Deputy Presiding Officer
Hon. Jeslito C. Seen Presiding Officer Pro Tempore
Hon. Marvin V. Fabia City Councilor
Hon. Guillermo P. Vallejos City Councilor
Hon. Marcelino DC. Fernandez Liga ng Barangay President
As stated above, any of these councilors can be the temporary Presiding officer if all the
vice mayor, Pro tempore and deputy pro tempore are absent.
Notable Executive Issuances
The city of Dagupan has initiated various programs which aimed at enhancing the
City. Most of these are created to become a competitive city. Additionally, some of which
are created to keep up with the rapid modernization that the world continually experiences.
Some notable executive issuances are as follows.
Removal of fish pen
Dagupan city’s main industry is fishing. It has 2 main beaches, Pugaro Beach and
Tondaligan Beach. It has 4 main rivers including Agno, Toboy, Dawel and Tanap. The
problem is that majority of over 900 plus fish cages of fish pens are not owned by the
Daguenos. They are owned by the wealthy businessmen from other localities. This is the
number one pollutant of the river. In addition, if the river dies, it might be hard for Dagupan
city to get back up and earn its title as the “Bangus Capital of the World”. 22
Although it is a political suicide, the chief executive insisted for the removal of all
of the fish pens and removal of its debris until the river recovers. Today, because they did
not want these small fishermen to be deprived of their own livelihood, they are permitted
to build a 7x10 M fish pen. But the permits are given to them personally so as to avoid the
selling of permits.
There is also the “bantay ilog” which makes sure that the waters are clean. Within
the Pollution Officer’s jurisdiction is the bantay ilog which is supposed to keep and sustain
the river from being free of trash, free form illegal fishponds. Additionally, by feeding the
fish so much, it kind of saturated the water. This is the reason why the government has
mandated to limit the number of fishponds in the river.23
22
Decano, F. (2018, March 26). City of Dagupan. (K. Migallon, Interviewer)
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Waste to worth
Dagupan city has come up with its own Pollution officer which is in charge of
taping the barangay officials when he sees some problematic areas in the barangay’s
jurisdiction. He will be working with them hand in hand and sit down with the barangay
council and address the pollution; on determining what should be done. Aside from which,
there is also an appointed task force which takes cares of the garbage. They are also called
the “basura patrol” wherein they let the barangay take care of their own trash.
This program aims to know where the trash will go or what happens to the trash
after.24 Aside from the congestion of plastic into its smallest sizes, Dagupan city has
entered into a partnership with the Sure Global Corporation; this will help the city recycle
the trash. The city entered a joint venture with the aforementioned company in order to
recycle the trash more efficiently and more useful.
What will happen is that, every day, the city needs to collect at least 30 tons of
trash. As soon as the facility arrives in Dagupan city, the facility will recycle these items.
By feeding the facility with trash. In return, the converted trash or waste by the facility will
come out as a diesel. It does not only help solve the “Basura problem”, it will also help the
city be more profitable using their trash collections. This aims to end the 50-year old
problem dumpsite problem which the government has continually been finding solutions
on.
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The city mayor, as soon as she sat down and assumed the position, has prioritized
to find ways to solve the 50-year dumpsite problem25. On 2013, she has started to work
and establish the waste facility which aims to recycle the long overdue problem of the
dumpsite. Since her invitation to Chile, United Nations and Asia- Pacific Economic
Cooperation, she has persevered to find long-term solution to the city’s waste problem.
Part of the plan was to address the city’s waste problem in relocating 30 families living in
the dumpsite along with the construction if a Day care center and a health center in the
area.
Notable Legislative Ordinances
The Comprehensive Land Use Plan
After 40 years, the comprehensive land use plan has finally been updated. It has
strategically subdivided the land area into uses which perfectly fit the location. This is in
order to identify the safe and hazardous areas. Nowadays, diverse investors come in
Dagupan like the Filinvest. We need to identify what use would best fit the land area in
Dagupan. We should identify the most strategic location for housing or residential areas
and what areas are not advisable in building homes. The residents must be as far away from
the beach as possible to avoid the impact of tsunamis or storm surges. Yes, having a
beachfront is beautiful but we need to take into account the safety of the residents first.
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Dagupan City. (2017, January 19). DAGUPAN EYES WASTE- TO- WORTH PROJECT TO FINALLY
END 50-YEAR OLD DUMPSITE. Retrieved from Dagupan City Official Website:
https://www.dagupan.gov.ph/dagupan-eyes-waste-to-worth-project-to-finally-end-50-year-old-
dumpsite/
And in the beach areas, in order to lessen the impact, various trees must be planted like
coconut trees.
In the case of Dagupan, the one of the most utilized land area is the commercial
area in downtown26. However, recently, they have identified that the Land at the Judge Jose
De Venecia Extension is a strategic commercial area. Now, they will transfer the city hall
away from the downtown. It is headed to the Judge Jose De Venecia Extension in order to
acquire more space for businesses. Soon, that place will be the commercial area of Dagupan
because it provides more space for the businesses.27 Hence, the economy of Dagupan will
have nowhere to go but up.
However, as soon as this news broke out, the citizens got mad and they bashed the
city mayor because it will be away from the civilization. And, additional information, there
are no Public Utility Jeepney that directly passes by or have the route towards that place.
However, the government stood by its decision and are set to transfer the city hall in order
to solve the congestion of the downtown.
Every land area counts. Another importance of this land use plan is to discover
hidden land areas which could potentially be new roads. Every land area should be
maximized. Who knows, that hidden road might open new routes that would be a solution
to the traffic problem or it could provide shortcuts towards other localities. But one thing
is for sure, no land area has no significant use.
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Moreover, because of this, it could open new schools or hospitals which would be
of great benefit of not only the Dagupenos but also with the whole Region I. This could
house new social services which Dagupan city would surely be proud of. Lastly, Dagupan
city is near many places. It’s strategic location and what it has to offer has attracted many
visitors.
Furthermore, Dagupan city becomes a stop over to the visitors travelling to, for
example, Baguio city. Many people are there but not for the purpose of touring the town
but for entering businesses or transactions. It has one major city plaza, which was not
rehabilitated for years. Accordingly, Dagupan city must first have its own project for
recreational purpose which would advertise the city. The city should have parks like the
burnhum park of Baguio city and not a nearly abandoned plaza. Although, the city has
been rapidly evolving or developing, these concerns must also be addressed. Because,
people come back to places where they left or shared memory with someone. So as to
attract the visitors, the city must plan and sustain more recreational places.
Traffic lights Code
Dagupan city has long operated its traffic system without traffic lights. This is
installed in order to catch up with the modernizing world ahead of the city. In addition, if
studied carefully, this would have a long-term effect on the city28. It will be a sustainable
development. It is not only there to serve as an accessory to the city. It actually decongests
the traffic problem. It provides a long-term solution and not a short term one.
28
In line with the installation of traffic lights, the citizens have again burst out their
sentiments to the mayor. Especially those of the Public Utility Vehicle drivers who are not
used to with the traffic lights. At first, it was really hard because these drivers did not know
the basic know hows of the implementation of the traffic rules. They also complain because
these traffic lights are the ones causing traffic jams. However, as time goes by, and because
of the continuous study and supervision of the government, the people or the citizens have
adapted with the new traffic light system.
Additionally, because of Dagupan city’s growing industry and businesses, it will
not be long until the streets would be as busy as in metro manila. So, this traffic code
already solved the problem that Dagupan city would be having. Without it, the roads would
be prone to accidents because there are no rules to be followed; they could do whatever
they want in the streets including them racing with one another and at the same time,
corruption among the POSO will be unavoidable because there are no concrete rules to be
followed.
Main Political Concerns
The Preservation of Water
Dagupan city is a first class, independent component city which has been the
business center of the Region I. Although there have been various ways to help preserve
the environment and sustain development, it is kind of alarming that the city has been
dumping land on the water for the purposes of modernizing and reserving spaces for future
investors.
However, the concern is that the bodies of water is slowly disappearing and
becoming a part of the land area. In the future, this might have an unforeseen damage,
which might result to drought.
Political Parties
Upon assuming the position, it is duly assumed that the political parties will not be
that much of an issue anymore. Upon being elected, it is assumed that they will turn their
backs and serve the people. It is assumed that their priorities would be the service for the
people. However, this is not the case for some politicians. Not just in Dagupan city but also
in other Local Government Units. The elected officials sometimes prioritize the political
parties’ general interests and compromise the cities’ needs29.
One case raised is that when one, take for example, one councilor steps down at the
end on his or her term. Assuming that he or she has a really good and sustainable project
or advocacy, the tendency is that the next councilor who would replace him or her, no
matter how novel his or her programs or advocacies are, will not continue the project just
because they have different political parties. The citizen’s or city’s welfare must come first
as their top priority among anyone or anything else.
Another case is that sometimes, when the incumbent councilor or vice president is
not in the same political party than that of the mayor, the tendency is that they will not
support the projects of one another. Or in worst cases, tend to make effort on how to bar
the project from continuing. This is really wrong because they are there, on that position to
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serve the people and not their political parties or their own personal goals. They have to
scratch their own political parties and make ends meet with the one another in order to
achieve the goals for the betterment of the city.
More Education for the Electorate
The electorate today has been so used with the system of corruption. Most of them
just simply do not care about the city’s welfare. Despite the figures shown to them; on how
little their values will be once the candidate assumes position. No matter how much experts
persuade them using facts, they just wont listen and still opt to vote for the candidate who
practices “Vote Buying” or in pangasinan “pakurong”.
They got so used to the system in that they will only comply once they have been
paid. Most of the politicians are pushed to do corruption because they have nowhere else
to get the money to give to the people.30
Another practice of the people is that no matter how the candidate tries to explain
his or her platform, no matter how much he or she tries to instill to the people that he or
she genuinely wants to serve, the people would not remember his or her name, unless he
or she gives a compensation for their votes. Because of this costly price of having the
chance to serve, there is a very seldom chance that you would see a person who wants to
serve without receiving or putting his or her general interests first.
30
Tamayo, J. (2018, March 26). City of Dagupan. (K. Migallon, Interviewer)
GOALS OF DAGUPAN CITY
1. To maintain and achieve the current stance of Dagupan city. To maintain Dagupan city
as being a business-friendly city.
2. To maintain and prove that Dagupan City is worthy of its Seal of Good Local
Governance Seal or SGLG
3. To make the city of Dagupan more competitive with other Local Government Units
(LGU) without compromising or destroying its environment, especially its beaches and
rivers.
MOTTOS OF OF DAGUPAN CITY
1. “ALIGUAS DAGUPAN”
- which means progress Dagupan
2. “BALON DAGUPAN”
- which means New Dagupan

CHAPTER 3
ECONOMIC PROFILE
MAIN SOURCES OF REVENUE
Dagupan city, being the business, financial, banking and training center of the north
mostly gets revenues from various businesses. In Dagupan City alone, there are more than
50 banks. All media outlets, radio stations, TV Programs are housed in Dagupan city.
For the government, their main sources of revenue come from private businesses’
tax collection and market collection. Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) comes from the
national government. Another is retail and wholesale market because Dagupan city is the
Retail and wholesale capital of region I. That is why many people from different localities
travel and go to Dagupan to sustain their businesses in their own places. Additionally, the
government also profits from the Overseas Filipino Workers and the Employees based in
or are currently residing in Dagupan City.
Table 1 Source: City of Budget. (2017, August 23). Estimated Real Property Tax (ERT) Barangay Share and IRA
2018 INTERNAL 2018 ESTIMATED 2018 TOTAL
BARANGAYS REVENUE SHARE ON REAL ESTIMATED
ALLOTMENT PROPERTY TAX INCOME
31 BARANGAYS P 134, 596,787.00 P 21, 720,000.00 P156, 316,787.00

It could be inferred from the table above that although there was the absence of
the business tax, it is not solely dependent on IRA. IRA is not the main source of
revenue.
MAIN INDUSTRIES
Being the Bangus capital of the world, Dagupan city is well known for its unique
bangus or milkfish taste. It has been known to produce delicious bangus in volumes as well
as export in in other countries. Although, it is not only limited with bangus production.
Dagupan city also produced Baguong, Malaga, Prawn, Oysters, Tilapia and others. This
proves that the main industry of Dagupan city is in the fisheries.
MAIN ECONOMIC CHALLENGES
The main economic challenge would be keeping Dagupan as a competitive business
friendly city. Dagupan city has already established its name in the industry. And when it
comes to maintenance, when it comes to sustaining development and keeping Dagupan
city’s current stance, it would require money. Currently, from number 54 or 57, Dagupan
city is now number 11 in over all competitiveness in the whole Philippines. 31
Making sure that the business partners do not go would mean that Dagupan city be
maintained. And maintenance requires a lot of money. Especially because the government
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is maintaining a competitive and urbanized city. From time tto time, the infrastructures and
roads must be improved.
Moreover, Dagupan city is also awarded the Seal of Good Local Governance
(SGLS). This is when local government units pass some certain standards and be given
some incentives or additional funding from the national government. In line with this, the
government needs to maintain the city this way because it is already making its way to the
top and it would be such a shame if it would go back to how it was before. In this case, it
needs more funding to sustain and improve the delivery of services and infrastructure.
Additionally, the government to business transactions must be fast. It must avoid
any delays. Plus, the investment and development board, where various departments are
put together when an investor or businessmen applies to the city. This is when all the
departments will have a meeting in one sitting in order to avoid one department being
corrupt. This is an effort to avoid the red tape or corruption. So that when one department
wants to be corrupt or wants to do something suspicious, he or she will do it in front of all
the other departments. In return, he or she will be reprimanded by the administrator.

Chapter 4
Meeting the Chief executive
How does the chief executive use the provisions of local government code to the
advantage of the Local Government Unit?
The Chief executive ensures to maximize the local autonomy vested upon the Local
government unit. With this, they create ordinances and issuances that is beneficial for the
localities of Dagupan City. They use their power of local autonomy as a tool that empowers
them to serve the people and deliver social services. The local Government code directs
and at the same time limits what they can and cannot do as a local government official.
They also use some specific provisions made in the local government especially regarding
the fiscal powers devolved to them. 32
What is the most advantageous provision the LGC to spur and sustain development
in the locality?
The most advantageous provision is the decentralization if powers vested by the
local government code to the local government units. Because of that provision, they are
able to act on matters concerning them. They are able to fix or find solutions on their own
without the need to go to the national government. The local government code clearly laid
out the specific functions of each officials in order to avoid overlapping of duties and
responsibilities.33
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ibid
Another most advantageous provision of the local government code is their taxing
powers. Nowadays, the government, no matter how good it performs, cannot act without a
designated budget. Projects, infrastructures and rehabilitations innovate the cities. With
that being said, the taxing powers of the government plays a crucial role. The IRA share of
each Dagupan city is not sufficient enough to fund all of the projects and infrastructures
which make Dagupan city what it is today. Because of this taxing powers, considering how
lucky it is that Dagupan city is the business center of the north, they were able to collect
more fund which is to be used on rehabilitation and sustaining development in Dagupan
city.34
What are the short comings of the code insofar as:
Peace and order
The mayor mentioned she was appointed by the former President Benigno
“Noynoy” S. Aquino III as the Regional director for peace and order. Although in a city,
Automatically, the mayor would be the chairman for Local peace and order. During this
time, Gov. Aimee Marcos is appointed by the current President Rodrigo Duterte; she was
also endorsed by the Region I local chairmen.
She mentioned that she does not seem to have any problem with regard to
provisions of the local government code in o far as peace and order is concerned. Whenever
confronted by a problem, she sees to it that she always finds a way or a solution without
trampling what has been stated on the local government code. Although sometimes, there
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is a problem with regard to coordination with the local government and the national
government because of the intricate process. There is a slow coordination with national
and local government units.
She mentioned as well that the big problem really lies beneath the implementation.
The problem is with the designated people who are mandated to implement such programs.
Because if one lays down ten good ordinances, but the implementation stage is not efficient
enough, then everything is useless. Moreover, the mayor stands firm that the success or
failure of a program lies within or will be determined during the most crucial
implementation stage of a program. 35
Moreover, one needs to sustain peace and order in order to attract the investors and
at the same time make them stay in your place.
Economic stability
So far, the economy of Dagupan city is stable because of the ample amount of funds
being collected in taxes and other revenues. Additionally, there is the IRA share of every
local government unit. Not only does those cater to the needs of the people. They also
bridge the way towards modernization and development in Dagupan city. Dagupan city
being an independent component city, means that it has the capacity to stand on its own
and at the same time, spur economic growth, with the help of it being the business and
commercial center of the north.
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Although, she mentioned that the slow issuance of permits also sometimes hinders
the economic stability. Because of the lack of coordination within the people behind the
issuance of permits, the investor might back out because of the long and intricate process.
The mayor cited a scenario wherein the city must be thankful of the investor but instead,
the people responsible for obtaining permits repays him or her with long waiting time and
lack of coordination. If one is an investor, who experiences these kinds of trouble, one
might re consider investing on other locations.
One instance of delay cited by the mayor is when she called for a meeting on all
the NGOs. She asked them if there are ways in which she could help. The all raised their
grievances on the slow coordination of the Fire Department, as a result, all of their errands
and businesses have been delayed. Because before the people could go and obtain permits
on the one stop shop, they must first obtain clearance from the fire department as a result,
the person was extracted due to delay of services.36
Sustaining economic development
To make this sustainable it sustainable, the administration help and at the same
time support them for the nets and bamboos. This is somehow connected with above
mentioned peace and order. One needs to sustain peace and order in order for investors to
come in. From fishermen, to vendors, to students, to health care, everything must be in
order.
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Although another problem is that in sustaining all of these, from peace and order
up to economic stability and development, one needs budget. The funds sometimes are not
adequate enough to pave way for all of these advancements and maintenance of
developments. Right now, Every Dagupeno enjoys the right and advantage to free medical
assistance including free CT Scans and free ECGs. When one is economically challenged,
the mayor stated that she will personally pay for it.
Additionally, the Chief executive said that with all of these efforts, she believes and
at the same time experiences that the investors are on the way. Because when one is an
investor, the top priority is the peace and order and sustainability of all the developments
present.37
Allowing local governments to decide matters affecting them
One time, she had a problem with an appointed officer because it seems that he
does not respect her and at the same time, seems that he had an agenda which is different
from hers. She did not have any power which would allow her to remove that official
because he has been appointed by the national government. So, she sought help from the
Regional Director of Peace and order, Gov, Aimee Marcos to help her find a solution for
this problem.
What happened there was that she had a hard time on working with the official,
which made it difficult for her, delivering proper services. In connection, one still needs
the help of national government. Although they only have been vested the supervisory
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powers, they could somehow influence the decision of other people or, in this case, the
local government unit38.
Delivery of Social Services
The mayor said that she did not see any problem because the Dagupan city alone is
empowered when it comes to delivery of Social Services. Other localities might have but
it is the least concern of Dagupan city. However, sometimes, the problem with
empowerment is that you need financing in order to empower.
Sometimes, the allotted budget is simply not enough to cater the needs of people or
the development. This empowerment needs to be backed up by ample amount of budget.
Recommendations for the local government code:
In her part, whenever she is not able to do something, she always sees to it that she
would find ways in order for some project or conflict to be resolved or pushed through.
The local government code is just there to supervise or to guide the Local government unit
on matters which concern the LGU. The very crucial part really is the implementation stage
because it will determine whether or not the project or program is a success. The Local
government code is actually a good law. The mayor contends that it is up to the chief
executive to make his or her platforms effective. It is up to him or her how he or she will
handle the situation in case there is an unforeseen circumstance. Because in her office, they
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always make the work done, no matter what; they think of possible solutions or
alternatives. 39
How do they cope up with the short comings of the law?
As what have been stated above, they do every means possible. They maximize
their tax collections and get the work done efficiently in Dagupan city. When an officer or
an official is not doing his or her job, then they need to remove him or her because they
cannot afford to delay the process because it would be a domino effect on the part of
businessmen or investors.
The mayor’s office, whenever confronted by an unforeseen circumstance seeks to
find ways on how to solve the problems, in accordance still with the local government
code. With regard to coordination with the national and local government units, they need
to follow up their request every time. However, in times of crisis, they seek to for help on
the higher authority like in the case of seeking the help of Gov. Aimee Marcos.40
39
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CHAPTER 5
MEETING THE PRESIDING OFFICER
How does the chief sanggunian use the provisions of the local government code to the
advantage of the LGU?
Every ordinances or laws crafted are in accordance with the local government code.
Aside from the fact the Vice mayor, together with the sanggunian are given the power to
craft their own laws, they also get to regulate things within their jurisdiction.
There are several ways in which an ordinance is crafted. The priority of the
executive is the immediate concerns of the people or the city. This is usually the general
agenda of the meeting when an ordinance is to be crafted. This is the standard agenda of
the sanggunian and the presiding officer. Another is that whenever an issue arises which
needs immediate action. This is not originally a part of the agenda but it could be once it is
a pressing issue and needs to be addressed immediately. Next is the needs of the executive.
All of these three makes the list of the agenda whenever there is a meeting for the crafting
of new laws. 41
41
What is the most advantageous provision the LGC to spur and sustain development
in the locality?
The freedom to legislate is the most advantageous provision of the LGC to spur,
sustain and allow for the development. According to the presiding officer, the Local
Government code is a good law. It provides local and territorial autonomy.
The local government because of the power vested upon them to collect taxes may
increase their collection which could be their own budget or funds. Some sources of which
are income, revenues and taxes. Also provides a system of checks and balances with the
executive and legislative.42
It also provides for a system of checks and balances within the executive and
legislative. This will further avoid corruption and at the same time, the two branches can
recommend ideas with each other for the betterment of the policy or program. In addition,
the approval of budget is up to both branches. The Legislative body will check every cent
of the budget passed by the executive for approval. However, the legislative body only has
the power to reduce or completely remove a portion but not add. They have no power to
add more budget on a certain project but they can remove or completely delete a provision
on the budget.43
42
43
What are the short comings of the code insofar as:
Peace and order
One problem seen by the presiding officer is that as much as they wanted to add more
penalties to the violators, they cannot. There is a certain amount or rather maximum amount of
fine for violators. The maximum penalty is P5000. So, if one violator can afford the P5000 fine,
then he or she would continue to violate rules. And as for imprisonment, the maximum is 6
months. So, how will they learn? People think that it will be okay to do such for the provisions are
too low. The penal provisions are too low for the councils to approve.44
Economic stability
The presiding officer contended that they would be able to do more if they had
more fund. They can be more efficient if they had more budget.
The presiding officer also argued that the IRA being collected comes only from the
BIR. What about from other agencies that remit their collection directly to the national?
Take for example the LTO, they impose fines on the violators and directly remit it to the
national government. The Local Government Code has set the IRA sharing too low. She
added that the shares of the national government are too big but their functions are merely
oversite functions for the local government units. 45
She also mentioned that she became the president of the Philippine Councilors
League and that they were lobbying for higher IRA shares. Because it was really set too
44
45
ibid
low. The maintenance or the rehabilitation of the area would make sure that the
businessmen or investors would not go anywhere and continue being a business partner.
With that being said, then the government needs more funding. So, it would really help if
they would give the LGU a share on the other revenues being collected. Take for example,
Boracay, the share they remit is bigger than that of the share that they receive from the
national government.
Sustaining economic development
It depends on those who sit. Because no matter how much one would implement
projects and encourage people to establish businesses in the city or encourage investors to
enter, if the people there just sit and put the money on their pockets, then there will be no
improvements.46
Allowing local governments to decide matters affecting them
The presiding officer reiterated on the fact that they have no subpoena powers.
They have no power over the person if he or she does not go to the hearing when they
call him or her to ask some questions. So, basically, the person has the liberty to decide
whether or not to go to the hearing because the council cannot do anything about it. He or
she could delay everything that the council has planned for the day.47
46
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Delivery of social services
It stresses the power of LGUs to create laws and ordinances for marginalized
sectors. It is clearly stated what is for the people and what is for the LGU. However, the
problem is that sometimes, the intricate processes delays the task that could be done within
a day.48 In addition, the people in charge there would tend to be slow. So everything is a
domino effect.
How do they cope up with shortcomings of the code?
They simply make the most out of what is given to them. Since the Local
Government code has delineated their specific tasks, it would be easier for them to
determine whether or not they are doing their jobs. In addition, they also make the most of
what has been given to them as an additional source of income and revenue. 49
What are their recommendations for improvement of the LGC?
The Presiding officer contends that it is about time to amend the LGC. Because it
is the changing time and the LGC is too outdated. They need to include those suggested
powers in order for them to be more efficient. In addition, to be more efficient, the DPWH
should devolve their powers to the LGC because the process is too long and it delays
everything. Lastly, they must amend the IRA share computation. The LGU must have
bigger shares and the other sources of revenue being directly transmitted to the national
government must include shares on LGU.50
48
49
ibid
50
ibid
CHAPTER 6
MEETING THE ADMINISTRATOR
How does the Local Government Code ensure professionalism of the bureaucracy?
They follow the standards that are stated in the LGC as to who should be appointed
in this particular position and what specific years of experience must this person have. They
also need to be civil service eligible. They also look at other laws like the anti-red tape law
and civil service laws to complement the LGC in order to ensure professionalism in the
city government. 51
Are these requirements somehow elitist? No. They are being paid by the people and
we cannot afford mediocrity. In fact, these requirements are not even sufficient enough.
Some requirements must be added because the people deserve the best. They deserve the
best because they pay for their salaries.
What are the strengths of the Local Government Code insofar as it ensures the
delivery of services to the people?
The central government gives incentives to good performers. To those cities who
have reached the benchmark of their standards. They are awarded with the SGLG or the
seal of good local governance which is coupled with incentives, financial incentives.
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How does the supervision of the central government help or burden their locality in
the delivery of social services?
According to her, so far as incentives are concerned, it does not burden the local
government. However, when the approval of specific projects is concerned, then yes, they
hinder and make the process too long. They delay the process. Instead of accomplishing
one thing, the government is stuck because the permits. The fact that you still require
permission for a very relatively small value then that shows that there is a problem with
regard to coordination. 52
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CHAPTER 7
FINDINGS AND ANALYSIS
Is the Local Government Code sufficient in catering to the needs of the specific LGU?
Yes. However, this answer depends on who is at the seat of power. Because in the
case of Dagupan, as mentioned above, they find every means just to for the sake of the
project to push through.
Biggest Advantage of the present LGC
The catch all phrase as stated by the City administrator is the section 16, general
welfare of the local government code is the biggest advantage for the City administrator’s
office because with that, they have the ability and chance to craft different laws and
ordinances especially in providing basic social services for the people
For the mayor, the local autonomy and fiscal decentralization is the biggest
advantage of the LGC to the LGU. Because, without these, the LGU and the would be
paralyzed. No matter how good the crafted ordinances or laws are, if there are no budget,
then the LGU cannot maintain its economic development and at the same time, it will be
chaotic. It will not be able to maintain peace and order.
The presiding officer has contended that the most advantageous provision is that
the LGU has the Local autonomy to decide on matters on their own as long as it is in
accordance with the local development code. However, among all of them, the presiding
officer stands firm that the Local government code is out dated and that it needs to be
amended for the betterment of the society with regard to delivering services and with what
powers must the LGU have in order to be more efficient.

CHAPTER 8
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Conclusions:
Basically, Dagupan city has made its way to the top. It can stand alone and at the
same time prosper. The current administration is doing well. In fact, as a resident, the writer
has experienced the changes with regard to the environment as well as the development of
infrastructures. It can also be inferred that Dagupan city is a competitive city because from
57, it is now number 11 nationwide from being a competitive city. Dagupan city, being an
independent component city in Pangasinan is the banking, commercial and training center
of the north.
Major schools are located inside Dagupan. It also houses major health care services.
It also is the retail and wholesale capital of Region I. So, it does not mean that Dagupan
city has a high cost of living just because it is an urbanized city. That place is ideal for it is
an urbanized city and at the same time, it still embraces its culture of being a conservative.
Moreover, one can receive high quality services even when the standard of living is not
that costly.
Recommendation:
The writer recommends that the current administration continue to build
infrastructures as it is a pre-requisite of a city being a business friendly and competitive
city. However, the environment, even with all of these modernizations must not be
compromised. They must always take into account the future of Dagupan city. On how
they could sustain these developments up even when they step down from the position.
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Chapter 1: Introduction

Chartered City of Dagupan

Location and Boundaries

Municipality of San Fabian in the northeast, Municipality of Mangaldan in the East,

perspective; that the boundary of Dagupan City is equivalent to 4,447.10 hectares.2

Capital of the Philippines, Baguio, the distance is 70 kilometers. It could be reached in

about 2 hours by any land transportation.

Physical Divisions and Map

Today, Dagupan city is politically subdivided into 31 Barangays. The largest

Dagupan city is considered to be the region’s center point. It is the business,

schools namely the University of Pangasinan-PHINMA and the University of Luzon.

protecting Dagupan city’s status quo and sustaining its development.

transportations or roads, which part is attributed to agricultural or farming, which part is

or Milkfish, which is considered to be a precious gem in Dagupan city. Hence, it would be

such a huge lost if it would not be sustained and protected today.

It also exports Small, tasty oysters, Malaga, Tilapia, Sugpo,

POPULATION AREA (sqm) CAPTAIN

BACAYAO NORTE 3,678 764,900 Hon. Eugenio C.

BACAYAO SUR 2, 949 370,900 Hon. Gregorio O.

BARANGAY I 110,700 Hon. Herminigildo J.

BARANGAY II & 188100 Hon. Robert L.

III 3,164 Melecio

BARANGAY IV 146,900 Hon. Raul S. Sayson

BOLOSAN 4, 327 1,404,000 Hon.Cesario J.

BONUAN BINLOC 9, 239 2,921,000 Hon. Pedro Q.

BONUAN BOQUIG 15, 334 5,496,000 Hon. Joseph O.

BONUAN GUESET 24, 696 4,857,000 Hon. Ricardo C.

CARAEL 5, 302 3,407,000 Hon. Luzviminda D.

CAANGLAAN 7, 237 731,500 Hon. Teresita T.

HERERRO PEREZ 2, 720 477,400

Hon. Levy Tirao Sr.

LASIP CHICO 1,535 285,200 Hon. Richard L.

LASIP GRANDE 2, 938 439,600 Hon. Rodolfo S.

LOMBOY 1,532 759,600 Hon. Arsenio D.

LUCAO 10, 922 1,953,000 Hon. Marcelino D.

MALUED 10 539 1,489,000 Hon. Filipina S.

MAMALINGLING 1,631 2,162,000 Hon. Sonny G. Tuates

MANGUIN 4, 146 1,268,000 Hon. Benedict G.

PANTAL 19, 242 3,247,000 Hon. Julita F. Perez

POBLACION 714,800 Hon. Lolita P.

OESTE 5, 068 Vallejos

POGO CHICO 5, 157 396,200 Hon. Dean Bryan L.

POGO GRANDE 2, 366 396,200 Hon. George M.

PUGARO SUIT 5, 330 1,607,000 Hon. Ador D. Bancod

SALAPINGAO 3, 238 954,700 Hon. Delfin F. De

SALISAY 2, 391 1,258,000 Hon. Conrado C.

TAMBAC 2, 608 1,493,000 Hon.Wilfredo M.

TAPUAC 4, 920 1,187,000 Hon. Jake I. Reyes

TEBENG 3, 074 1,032,000 Hon. Helen F. Fermil

Source: City of Budget office

residents of Dagupan City.6

religious worships in a god they called “Ana-Gaoley”.7

“Nandaragupan” which means, where people meet.8

In 1780, Nandaragupan was simplified to Dagupan, which was followed by the

Battalion, headed by Gen. Douglas MacArthur at the shores of Bonuan completely

Japanese Army invaded Dagupan which lasted until 1945.

the operations of the city as an independent component city.10

Gilon Gilon ed dalan roughly translates catching of fish. It is an inter-barangay street

dancing competition involves creatively demonstrates ways of catching bangus or milkfish

through its choreography, movements, costumes, and props.

full performance can be seen.

their own festivals through street dancing.

May or First week of June.13