BACOLOD CITY – The Department of Energy (DOE) has recognized Bacolod City with a 5-star rating under the Government Energy Management Program (GEMP), achieving 98 percent compliance during a random spot-check inspection at the Bacolod City Government Center on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Following a courtesy visit, the inspection team—led by Chammer Jake Plaza, Supervising continue reading : DOE Rates Bacolod 5 Stars in Energy Conservation Measures
Mayor Greg Gasataya has ordered the deployment of “libre sakay” services across various areas in Bacolod City tomorrow, April 15, in response to the scheduled transport strike by members of the transport sector. Identified routes for the free transportation services include: Route 1: Bata PICK-UP POINT: MORMON’S CHURCH -LACSON ST. -B.S. AQUINO DRIVE -BURGOS ST. continue reading : City Government to Deploy “Libre-Sakay” Amid Transport Strike
BACOLOD CITY – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) – Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) Officer-in-Charge Regional Director Vicente Losbañes has commended the Bacolod City Sanitary Landfill in Barangay Felisa, recognizing it as a model facility not only in the Negros Island Region but across the entire country. “The city’s sanitary landfill is considered continue reading : EMB-NIR Recognizes Bacolod Sanitary Landfill as a Model Facility Nationwide
BACOLOD CITY — Mayor Greg Gasataya led the City Government of Bacolod in commemorating the 84th Araw ng Kagitingan on April 9, 2026, at the Bacolod City Government Center Grounds, honoring the courage and heroism of Filipino veterans while recognizing their enduring legacy for future generations. Mayor Gasataya underscored how the spirit of heroism continues continue reading : Bacolod Marks 84th Araw ng Kagitingan with Theme: “Giting ng Bayani, Pamana sa Salinlahi”
BACOLOD CITY — Reaffirming his commitment to youth empowerment and public safety, Mayor Greg Gasataya, in coordination with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)–Bacolod, led a special recognition and turnover ceremony during the Monday flag-raising rites at the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC) grounds,Monday, April 6, 2026. Young artists, including Sosito Tubal Jr. of Sum-ag continue reading : BFP Recognizes Student Artists, Bacolod LGU Support
A total of 1,193 Public Utility Jeepney (PUJ) drivers in Bacolod City received much-needed relief from the city government in the form of rice assistance distributed today, April 5. For many drivers, the rice subsidy comes at a time when their income has been stretched thin due to fuel price increases linked to tensions in continue reading : PUJ Drivers Express Gratitude for City Government’s Rice Subsidy Amid Rising Fuel Costs
BACOLOD CITY — Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya led a consultation and validation meeting for accredited farmers’ organizations and fisherfolk associations under the Presidential Assistance for Farmers and Fisherfolk Program (PAFFP) on April 1, 2026. He emphasized the need for careful planning to maximize government support amid limited resources. The activity included screening participants to continue reading : Mayor Greg Helps Farmers, Fisherfolks Access Government Subsidies; Urges Groups to Seek Accreditation, City to Explore Aid for Non-Qualified Beneficiaries
The City Government of Bacolod, in partnership with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and key stakeholders, successfully held the Fire Response Summit and Adopt-a-Red Zone Area Program on March 31, 2026, at the Bacolod City Government Center. The initiative reinforces the city’s commitment to proactive fire prevention and efficient emergency response. Aligned with Fire continue reading : 300 “Red Zones” Identified in Bacolod; City Gov’t Strengthens Fire Response and Community Safety Through Summit, MOU Signings
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya, along with city officials, welcomes Shopee Philippines “Tatak Pinoy Roadshow” in the city as he expressed gratitude on behalf of 100 micro, small, and medium enterprises that will benefit under the Digital Upskilling Training. “We thank Shopee and its team for this initiative, which will give Bacolod MSMEs more opportunities continue reading : 100 Bacolod MSMEs to Benefit from Shopee’s Digital Upskilling Training in Partnership with Bacolod LGU
BACOLOD CITY — In a continued effort to support partner agencies and enhance public service delivery, Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya, together with OIC- Bacolod Environmental and Natural Resources Office (BENRO), Atty. Allyn Luv Dignadice, and the Local Government Unit (LGU), officially turned over essential Information and Communications Technology (ICT) equipment to the Department of continue reading : Mayor Greg Leads Turnover of Tech Equipment Donation to Boost EMB DENR-NIR Operations
Bacolod City gathered environmental advocates, youth leaders, and key stakeholders for its Earth Hour 2026 Program today, March 28, at the Bacolod City Government Center, reinforcing the city’s commitment to sustainability and climate action. The event served as a platform to showcase ongoing environmental initiatives and strengthen collaboration among government agencies, academic institutions, and civil continue reading : Bacolod Highlights Youth and Multi-Sector Efforts During Earth Hour 2026, Showcases UN Award-Winning Environmental Organization
The Bacolod City Government distributed a total of P4,167,000 in incentives to athletes, coaches, and trainers on March 26 at the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC) Lobby. The move underscores the city’s commitment to sports development and youth excellence, recognizing participants who represented Bacolod in the recently concluded NIRAAM 2026. Funding for the incentives was continue reading : Bacolod City Honors NIRAAM 2026 Medalists, Reaffirms Support for Palarong Pambansa Campaign
During the turnover ceremony, Thursday, March 26, 2026, Gasataya stressed that the renovation will have a greater impact by improving health services, as he shared the local government’s commitment to expanding healthcare access for Bacolodnons. “This goes beyond a simple partnership; it is more personal because you are assisting the people of Bacolod City in continue reading : Mayor Greg Gasataya expressed his gratitude to SM Foundation Incorporated for its partnership in upgrading the Mabini and ETCS Health Stations, which will cater to 15 barangays in the city.
