CITY CLEARS OBSTRUCTIONS IN BRGY.16, RESTORES ACCESS TO SK FEDERATION

The City Legal Office Enforcement Unit, led by City Legal Officer Karol Joseph Chiu and Executive Assistant Ret. Col. Levy Pangue, cleared around 10 structures obstructing access to the Sangguniang Kabataan Federation Office of Barangay 16 at around 8:00 AM today. The structures, including a makeshift auto repair shop, had been blocking the entrance to continue reading : CITY CLEARS OBSTRUCTIONS IN BRGY.16, RESTORES ACCESS TO SK FEDERATION

BACOLOD REVITALIZES MASSKARA FESTIVAL 2025: DRAINAGE UPGRADES, STREAMLINED SCHEDULE, AND COMMUNITY FOCUS

Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya announced accelerated preparations for the festival, focusing on infrastructure improvements and community engagement. During a press conference held Monday, July 7, Mayor Gasataya disclosed that he has formally requested the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to fast-track the ongoing drainage improvement project at the plaza after past events continue reading : BACOLOD REVITALIZES MASSKARA FESTIVAL 2025: DRAINAGE UPGRADES, STREAMLINED SCHEDULE, AND COMMUNITY FOCUS

COLLIERS PHILIPPINES MEETS WITH MAYOR GREG GASATAYA TO TALK INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR BACOLOD

Mr. Joey Roi Bondoc, Head of Research and Associate Director of Colliers Philippines, paid a courtesy call to the Mayor ahead of his keynote at the Investment Meetup today (July 4). With them is Dr. Mae Llamas, head of the city’s Department of Local Economic and Investment Promotions. Bacolod is open for business and ready continue reading : COLLIERS PHILIPPINES MEETS WITH MAYOR GREG GASATAYA TO TALK INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR BACOLOD

BACOLOD PUBLIC PLAZA SET FOR UPGRADES AHEAD OF MASSKARA FESTIVAL

Strong leadership in action. Mayor Greg Gasataya is taking action for the immediate improvements to Bacolod’s iconic Public Plaza to prepare for upcoming city events, including the much-anticipated return of the MassKara Festival street dancing competition. During an inspection on July 3, Gasataya ordered immediate fixes such as: Trimming overgrown trees Taking down old, damaged continue reading : BACOLOD PUBLIC PLAZA SET FOR UPGRADES AHEAD OF MASSKARA FESTIVAL

4PS BACOLOD CITY OPERATIONS OFFICE CONDUCTS 2025 CITYWIDE SEARCH FOR EXEMPLARY CHILDREN

June 23, 2025- The Bacolod City Operations Office of 4Ps successfully conducted the 2025 Citywide Search for Exemplary Children at Robinsons Place Bacolod on June 20, 2025. Gwen M. Tamba from Brgy. Sum-ag was declared the grand winner, and had also received major awards including Best in Interview and Best in Talent. Jamaika B. Castro continue reading : 4PS BACOLOD CITY OPERATIONS OFFICE CONDUCTS 2025 CITYWIDE SEARCH FOR EXEMPLARY CHILDREN

BACOLOD CITY HONORS OUTSTANDING CITIZENS AND INSTITUTIONS ON 87TH CHARTER DAY

June 18, 2025- As part of the 87th Charter Day Anniversary celebration of Bacolod City, the local government recognized exemplary individuals, employees, and institutions whose contributions continue to uplift the community. The awarding ceremony was graced by the presence of Negros Occidental Governor Bong Lacson, Mayor-elect Greg Gasataya, Vice Mayor-elect Kalaw Puentevella, and City Councilors continue reading : BACOLOD CITY HONORS OUTSTANDING CITIZENS AND INSTITUTIONS ON 87TH CHARTER DAY

MOBILE PARADE KICKS OFF BACOLOD CITY’S 87TH CHARTER DAY CELEBRATION

In celebration of Bacolod City’s 87th Charter Day, a Mobile Parade was held early morning of June 18, 2025, with participating groups traveling en route to the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC). The parade kicked off starting with the SUM-AG group, followed by BATA, ALANGILAN and MANSILINGAN. The early morning motorcade showcased the unity and continue reading : MOBILE PARADE KICKS OFF BACOLOD CITY’S 87TH CHARTER DAY CELEBRATION

BACOLOD CITY COMMEMORATES 127th PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY

June 12, 2025- With the theme “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan” (Freedom, Future, History), the City of Bacolod marked the 127th Philippine Independence Day with a solemn and meaningful celebration held at the Bacolod City Public Plaza today. The event was led by Mayor-elect Greg Gasataya, accompanied by several city officials, including City Councilors Jude Thaddeus Sayson, continue reading : BACOLOD CITY COMMEMORATES 127th PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY

JOINT CITY PEACE AND ORDER COUNCIL (CPOC) AND CITY ANTI-DRUG ABUSE COUNCIL (CADAC) HOLD SECOND QUARTER MEETING

June 2025 – The City Peace and Order Council (CPOC) and City Anti-Drug Abuse Council (CADAC) held their joint second quarter regular meeting, presided by Councilor Pao Sy. Representatives from SK Council Federation, Bacolod City Police Office,BFP, BJMP, NAPOLCOM, BOI, City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, City Health Office, City Prosecutor’s Office, CADAC, NBI, continue reading : JOINT CITY PEACE AND ORDER COUNCIL (CPOC) AND CITY ANTI-DRUG ABUSE COUNCIL (CADAC) HOLD SECOND QUARTER MEETING

BACOLOD CITY AND ROCKWELL LAND BREAK GROUND FOR CLUSTERED EMERGENCY RESPONSE FACILITY

June 9, 2025- In a significant move toward strengthening Bacolod City’s emergency response infrastructure, the City Government and Rockwell Land Corporation held a groundbreaking, site blessing, and Deed of Donation signing ceremony for the future site of Police Station 3 and other vital emergency facilities in the Rockwell development. The 2,130-square-meter property, donated by Rockwell continue reading : BACOLOD CITY AND ROCKWELL LAND BREAK GROUND FOR CLUSTERED EMERGENCY RESPONSE FACILITY

BACOLOD DSSD DISTRIBUTES FOOD FOR 14th CYCLE OF SUPPLEMENT ARY FEEDING PROGRAM

March 27, 2025- The Department of Social Services and Development (DSSD) of Bacolod City has received its latest allocation of food commodities under the 14th cycle of the Supplementary Feeding Program (SFP). The goods were delivered at Barangay Taculing and are intended for distribution to children in day care centers across the city’s barangays. The continue reading : BACOLOD DSSD DISTRIBUTES FOOD FOR 14th CYCLE OF SUPPLEMENT ARY FEEDING PROGRAM

BACOLOD CITY JOINS NATIONWIDE CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL FLAG DAY

May 28, 2025 – Bacolod City commemorated National Flag Day today with simultaneous flag-raising ceremonies held at the Old Singcang Airport, Bacolod City Government Center, Rizal Elementary School, Bonifacio Elementary School and the Bacolod City Public Plaza. The events were attended by City Officials, Barangay leaders, Government Employees , students, and members of the community. continue reading : BACOLOD CITY JOINS NATIONWIDE CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL FLAG DAY