To enhance the resilience of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises amid the current energy crisis, the municipality of La Trinidad initiated a one-day loan financing program. In collaboration with the Small Business Corporation (SBCorp) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through the La Trinidad Negosyo Center, several MSMEs participated in an in-person loan application process with DTI's the financing partner. Mayor Roderick Awingan, Councilor Nestor Fongwan, Jr.,

La Trinidad joined Barangay Betag in celebrating its first Betag Tourism Week from May 18-22, 2026, reaffirming its commitment to work hand in hand for the continued improvement of the BSU Strawberry Farm. As a symbol of this support, the Municipal Government, through Mayor Roderick Awingan, also turned over four solar-powered lights to help enhance the security of strawberry farm stall owners. The Mayor also expressed hope that proposed projects with Benguet State University

Over the weekend, Mayor Roderick Chiok Awingan successfully coordinated the sale of 30 tons of unsold cabbage from the Benguet Agri-Pinoy Trading Center (BAPTC) and backfill trading area. This initiative was organized to directly assist local farmers by finding immediate markets for their surplus produce. ​The total volume was split equally between two major municipal partners. Through the coordination of PMGen Ronald Lee (Ret.) and Mayor Bong Lee, 15 tons were allocated to B

The Local Government Unit of La Trinidad received one (1) unit Modular Rainwater Collection System from the Department of Science and Technology – Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) on May 11, 2026. Mayor Roderick Chiok Awingan, together with MPDO staff and SSCP Coordinator, Ms. Sally Nabus and MENRO staff, Mr. Arthur A. Pedro & Ms. Angelica Tinoyan, attended the turnover ceremony at KM STICA, DOST-ITDI, Taguig City. The team was joined by partners from D

LA TRINIDAD, BENGUET — On April 30, 2026, the Municipal Health Service Office (MHSO) took a significant step toward more inclusive healthcare during a comprehensive capacity enhancement program held at Calajo Foodhouse, Betag. The event, themed "Balancing Tradition and Innovation in Nurturing Modern Families," focused on equipping health staff with the tools to serve a diverse and evolving community. The training began by bridging the gap between specialized clinical care and

In anticipation of the coming rains, around three hundred (300) volunteers from Betag, Pico, Poblacion, and Puguis heeded the call for Binnadang during the conduct of a simultaneous de-clogging of creeks/canals in and around the Valley. Partner agencies and private contractors also participated in the continuous dredging of Bolo Creek. During the onsite visits, Mayor Roderick Chiok Awingan, along with MENRO staff, personally expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all the partic

La Trinidad, Benguet and Rosales, Pangasinan have officially sealed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), marking the beginning of a partnership grounded in shared agricultural strength and community cooperation. This collaboration opens doors for a government to government trade program, linking Benguet’s highland farmers with Pangasinan’s lowland producers. Under this initiative, fresh mountain-grown crops from La Trinidad can be brought to Rosales’ Farmers’ Market, while local

This morning, La Trinidad Mayor Hon. Roderick C. Awingan and LTMPS Police Chief PLTCOL Zacarias Caloy P. Dausen paid a courtesy visit to PNP PROCOR Regional Director PBGEN Ericson Dilag and PCOL Stephen Budong to reinforce the strategic partnership between the Local Government Unit and the Philippine National Police. The meeting centered on strengthening coordination in community-centered programs and enhancing joint efforts to uphold the safety and welfare of La Trinidad res

La Trinidad joins the observance of Ease of Doing Business Month with the theme “Achieving Results through Transparency and Accountability: Towards a More Productive Bagong Pilipinas.” We reaffirm our commitment to streamlining processes, reducing red tape, and ensuring transparent, accountable, and efficient delivery of public services for our constituents. Together, let us foster a more responsive, productive, and citizen-centered community. #LimitlessLaTrinidad #ARTA ng #B

La Trinidad Mayor Roderick C. Awingan recently met with Benguet Governor Melchor Diclas and provincial officials to seek additional support for a major infrastructure project focused on long-term flood mitigation in the municipality. The proposed initiative involves the construction of an expansive drainage system beginning at the Palmaville–Puguis junction, extending along Palmaville Road, and channeling toward Betag Creek. Designed as a strategic flood control measure, the

In a meaningful display of community partnership and shared responsibility, the Benguet Vegetable Truck Drivers’ Association, Inc. formally donated one hundred (100) pieces of stick brooms to the Municipal Government of La Trinidad in support of ongoing environmental sanitation and public cleanliness efforts. Representing the association during the turnover were Mr. Hilarion Ganados, President, and Mr. Rodrigo Lawan, Secretary/Treasurer, whose contribution reflects the organi

The Bachelor of Public Administration interns of Benguet State University College of Public Administration and Governance formally presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the La Trinidad Local Government Unit in recognition of its invaluable partnership in the successful implementation of their internship program. Representing Mayor Roderick C. Awingan during the courtesy visit, Municipal Administrator Atty. Franco G. Bawang Jr. received the recognition on behalf of the Mu

Mayor Roderick C. Awingan recognized the efforts of students from Benguet State University – College of Information Sciences for developing a Personal Data Sheet (PDS) System for the Human Resource Management Office (HRMO). The system is designed to streamline the collection of employee information, support the transition to digital records, and generate reports for more efficient personnel record-keeping within the Municipality. The student developers are: Angelika P. Maslan

The Data and Implementation Sciences for Health (DISH) conducted a benchmarking activity in Benguet on Anti-Smoking Advocacy from April 22–23, 2026. Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the initiative aims to strengthen anti-smoking and anti-vaping efforts through site visits, learning exchanges, and collaboration among local stakeholders. The activity focused on sharing best practices and enhancing the implementation of tobacco control programs, particularly in the enforce

Mayor Roderick C. Awingan reaffirmed the LGU’s full support to the efforts of the DENR-led Busol Forest Reservation Inter-Agency Task Force in crafting a comprehensive management and protection plan for the 336-hectare reservation. During a meeting held in La Trinidad, the Mayor emphasized the need to give particular attention to the municipality’s side of the forest, highlighting that two-thirds of the reservation lie within La Trinidad. He underscored the importance of a fo

In the spirit of service and community partnership, the Fraternal Order of Eagles – Cordillera Eagles Region 3 (CER 3), together with the Robertsville Foundation led by Governor Robert “Pons” Pascual, conducted a free service caravan at the La Trinidad Municipal Hall. The initiative provided residents with accessible and much-needed services, including medical and optical consultations, free medicines, legal assistance, and other forms of support, directly benefiting many con

Strengthening preventive healthcare at an early age, the La Trinidad Oral Health Program, led by Dr. Augusto Abadilla, conducted a dental outreach activity in four Child Development Centers (CDCs) in Barangay Alapang: Dapiting, Ettong, Camp Dangwa, and Samoyao. The activity focused on promoting proper oral hygiene among young learners through fluoride application and guided toothbrushing sessions. As part of ensuring sustained impact, parents and guardians also participated i

Mayor Roderick C. Awingan officially administered the oath of office to the newly inducted Board of Directors and officers of the La Trinidad Multi-Purpose Cooperative, led by Chairperson Jose R. Balcanao. During the ceremony, the Mayor congratulated the incoming officers and highlighted their vital role in strengthening the local economy through dedicated leadership and teamwork. He further encouraged the board to embody the true spirit of cooperativism beyond their organiza

The Department of Agriculture – Cordillera Administrative Region (DA-CAR), through Regional Director Atty. Jennilyn M. Dawayan, in coordination with the Office of the Mayor led by Mayor Roderick C. Awingan, is facilitating the ongoing Foodlane Project Accreditation at the La Trinidad Vegetable Trading Post (LTVTP). This initiative aims to accredit trucks and cargo vehicles transporting agricultural products, allowing them to avail of toll fee exemptions while ensuring the eff

The listed Sangguniang Kabataan budgets for CY 2026 are those who have completed their Annual Barangay Youth Investment Plan (ABYIP) which is part of the 3-year Comprehensive Barangay Development Plan (CBYDP). Those not included are in the process of finishing their documents. SK councils including Ambiong, Cruz, Balili, Beckel, Bineng, who lack the necessary quorum cannot utilize their budgets. Moreover, SK budget accounts for 10% of the barangay allocation. That said, the b