DILG Palompon, Leyte

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐆 𝐒𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

DILG Palompon conducted its continuous compliance monitoring implementation of Halina’t Magtanim ng Prutas at Gulay (HAPAG) under DILG MC No. 2023-001, today’s featured barangays:

Barangay Duljugan
Barangay Guiwan 2
Barangay Lomonon
Barangay Mabini

HAPAG is one of the three components of the Kalinga at Inisyatiba para sa Malinis na Bayan (KALINISAN) Program a strategy to diversify food sources and contribute to securing food security through Barangay Community Garden. The onsite compliance monitoring aimed to validate the implementation and commend the efforts of the barangay towards sustainable agriculture. Encouraging them to advocate promoting backyard vegetable gardens in every household to strengthen more the project.

Appreciation to Punong Barangay Nona Lynn P. Cabello, Francisco B. Osmena, Emma R. Villotes and Mario Ronnie O. Toron and their respective Sangguniang Barangay Members Committee Chair on Agriculture for implementing HAPAG sa Barangay Project, setting an example as model for each household to replicate and establish as well.






𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.

𝐃𝐈𝐋𝐆 𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐍 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋n𝐁 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐑 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇𝐋𝐘 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐎𝐅 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

To strengthen more the barangay local governance collaboration, DILG Palompon actively joins the Liga ng mga Barangay (LnB) Regular Monthly Meeting held on June 3, 2026, at 2nd Floor, Liga Building, Palompon Town Hall, Palompon, Leyte.

Among the matters discussed were the distribution of Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Barangay Drug Clearing Resolutions, updates on the submission of Executive Orders creating the Barangay Inventory Team (BIT) in preparation for the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) 2026, and the upcoming Training-Workshop on the Barangay Development Plan (BDP) 2027–2030. Other relevant barangay concerns and administrative matters were also tackled during the meeting.

MLGOO Ivy Bonita Segundina A. Tangpuz and LGOO II Argie D. Alcober provided technical assistance and guidance to the barangay officials, ensuring that all directives, requirements, and upcoming activities were properly communicated and understood.

The activity further strengthened coordination and collaboration between the DILG and the barangays in the effective implementation of local governance programs and initiatives.






𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒

𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 𝟐𝟏 (𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟒-𝟑𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔) 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐋𝐘 𝐊𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐍 efforts of the different Barangays in the Mun. of Palompon, Leyte.

We commend the unwavering commitment and dedication of Punong Barangays, Barangay and SK Officials and Members, Barangay Secretaries, Appointees, and community leaders/members/volunteers in working toward a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable Palompon.

This week featured photos for the conduct of the weekly KALINISAN community clean-up drive is from the following barangays:

1. Brgy. Buenavista
2. Brgy. Cantandoy
3. Brgy. Duljugan
4. Brgy. Guiwan 2
5. Brgy. Himarco
6. Brgy. Hinagbuan
7. Brgy. Lomonon
8. Brgy. Pinaghi-usa Pob. (Ypil II)
9. Brgy. Rizal
10. Brgy. San Guillermo
11. Brgy. San Miguel
12. Brgy. Santiago
13. Brgy. Tabunok
14. Brgy. Tinubdan

Total No. Clean-Up sites: 21
Total Volume of Waste Collected (in Kgs): 331
Total No. of Participants: 221
Total No. of Brgy. Officials: 94
Total No. of SK Officials: 24
Total No. of CSOs/Volunteer: 55







𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.

𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐌𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐈 𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 𝐄𝐍𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐃 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐏 𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐂𝐒𝐏

As part of the implementation of the Retooled Community Support Program (RCSP) of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), a Training Workshop on the Formulation of the Enhanced Barangay Development Plan (E-BDP) was successfully conducted on May 29, 2026, at the Barangay Hall of Barangay Mabini, Palompon, Leyte.

The activity, which serves as a major output under the immersion phase of the RCSP, aimed to strengthen the capacity of local stakeholders in participatory development planning and in identifying priority programs, projects, and activities responsive to the needs of the community.

The Barangay Development Council (BDC) of Barangay Mabini, headed by Punong Barangay Mario Ronnie O. Toron, actively participated in the workshop and engaged in the planning workshops and discussions. Their participation reflected the barangay’s commitment to inclusive governance and sustainable community development.

The training workshop was facilitated by DILG Palompon personnel, MLGOO Ivy Bonita Segundina A. Tangpuz, and LGOO II Argie D. Alcober who provided technical guidance throughout the activity and Admin. Aide Marife L. Escoton for secretariat support.

Through this initiative, Barangay Mabini continues to strengthen its development planning process and advance its vision for a more responsive, resilient, and progressive community.







𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.

𝐒𝐊 𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆

The Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Palompon Chapter Meeting through DILG Palompon, Leyte was successfully conducted on May 30, 2026, at the 2nd Floor, Liga Building, Palompon Town Hall, Palompon, Leyte, with the participation of SK officials from the municipality.

The meeting served as a venue to discuss important updates and compliance requirements concerning youth governance and administration. Among the key agenda discussed were (1) DILG Memorandum Circular No. 2026-021 or the Inventory and Turnover of Barangay and SK Properties, Financial Records and Documents (BSK PFRDs), and Money Accountabilities; (2) National Youth Commission (NYC) SK Advisory No. 2026-P004 on the Issuance of Certificate of Good Standing for SK Officials; and (3) the compliance and submission of reports for the Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangays (SGLGB) SK indicators, among other matters.

The activity was facilitated by MLGOO Ivy Bonita Segundina A. Tangpuz and LGOO II Argie D. Alcober, who provided guidance and clarifications on the discussed policies and requirements.

The meeting strengthened coordination among SK officials and reinforced their commitment to effective, transparent, and accountable youth governance in the Municipality of Palompon.








𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.

𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐍 𝐋𝐏𝐌𝐂 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐋𝐏𝐌𝐂 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘

The Local Project Monitoring Committee (LPMC) of the Local Government Unit of Palompon actively participated in the Second Session on Strengthening the Functionality of Local Project Monitoring Committees (LPMCs) in Region VIII conducted by the DILG Region VIII Project Development and Management Unit (PDMU) on May 28, 2026, via Zoom.

The online activity aimed to enhance the capacity of LPMCs in effectively carrying out their monitoring and evaluation functions. A key component of the session was the detailed orientation on the utilization of the LPMC Functionality Assessment Monitoring System, which serves as an important tool in assessing and improving the performance of local monitoring committees.

Through its active participation, the LGU Palompon reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening project monitoring mechanisms, promoting transparency and accountability, and ensuring the successful implementation of local government programs and projects.






𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.

𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐍 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐑 𝐎𝐍 𝐁𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐓 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓

In partnership with the Office of the Executive Secretary and the Liga ng mga Barangay (LnB) ng Pilipinas, the DILG, through the National Barangay Operations Office (NBOO), successfully conducted the Nationwide Online Webinar on the Presidential Assistance to Barangays under the Socio-Civic Project Funds (SCPF) – Bawat Barangay Makikinabang Project via Zoom and Facebook Live on May 26, 2026.

The activity was attended by Barangay and SK Officials led by their Punong Barangays, and DILG personnel from across the country. The webinar served as a platform to orient and update stakeholders on the rollout and implementation of the project.

During the session, comprehensive guidance was provided on the project's operational procedures, documentary requirements, monitoring and reporting mechanisms, as well as liquidation guidelines to ensure the proper and efficient utilization of funds. The discussions also emphasized the roles and responsibilities of concerned stakeholders in the successful implementation of the program.

The webinar reinforced the commitment of the DILG and Local Government Unit of Palompon for effective project implementation, ensuring that every barangay benefit from programs and initiatives aimed at improving community development and public service delivery.







𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.

𝐃𝐈𝐋𝐆 𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐍 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐃𝐈𝐋𝐆 𝐋𝐄𝐘𝐓𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The DILG Leyte Provincial Office successfully conducted its Provincial Team Conference for the Month of May 2026, bringing together personnel to discuss key updates, organizational concerns, and priority programs via zoom platform today, May 26, 2026.

The activity commenced with an inspiring message from Provincial Director Johannes Y. Dorado, who expressed his appreciation to the Provincial Team for the commendable performance and dedication. He commended the team for the prompt response and timely submission of reports, highlighting the importance of efficiency and accountability in public service.

The conference also featured a reorientation on the Process Flow of Foreign Travel Authority Application and discussions on various administrative concerns to further enhance operational effectiveness.

Program updates were likewise presented, including developments on the DILG Leyte Provincial Office Website, the results of the Peace and Order Council (POC) and Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) Assessments, the implementation of the KALINISAN Program, the reactivation of the El Niño Task Force and formulation of the El Niño Action Plan, and the results of the CFLGA Assessment.

Right after the Team Conference, a Cluster Meeting was conducted to discuss cluster-specific concerns, provide updates, and align strategies for the effective implementation of programs and activities at the field level.

The conference and subsequent cluster meeting provided valuable opportunities to share updates, assess performance, and discuss plans and strategies, strengthening the Provincial Office’s commitment to effective, coordinated, and responsive public service.







𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.

𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Barangay Community Fire Auxiliary Groups (CFAGs) of Palompon, Leyte actively participated the Episode 3: CFAG of 2026 Pagrig-on han mga Harigi (Year 3): Strengthening of Barangay-Base Institutions (BBIs) a webinar series initiated by DILG RO8 via zoom platform and facebook live on May 25, 2026.

The online session covered key topics including the Community Fire Protection Plan, highlighting the importance of strategic planning and community involvement in ensuring fire-safe barangays. Participants were also oriented on the Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangays (SGLGB) Functionality Indicators for Community Fire Auxiliary Groups, providing guidance on the standards and requirements for effective CFAG operations.

An Open Forum followed, allowing participants to raise concerns, seek clarifications, and exchange insights on community fire safety initiatives. The training concluded with Testimonies and Sharing of Best Practices, where participants shared successful experiences and practical approaches in strengthening their respective Community Fire Auxiliary Groups.

Appreciation the following barangays for the zoom watch party and facebook live pictures:
Brgy. Duljugan
Brgy. San Guillermo
Brgy. Santiago
Brgy. Lomonon,
Brgy. Hinablayan Pob. (Central 3)

The activity served as a valuable platform for learning, knowledge-sharing, and reinforcing the commitment of local communities to build safer, more resilient, and fire-ready barangays.

The activity is under the PAGRIG-ON 3.0 an initiative of the DILG RO8 designed to capacitate Barangay-Based Institutions (BBIs) effectively and contribute to good governance and community empowerment.







𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦 - 𝘋𝘐𝘓𝘎 𝘗𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯, 𝘓𝘦𝘺𝘵𝘦.