Taking advantage of the fair weather, the Municipality of La Trinidad, in coordination with concerned government offices and private individuals, conducted another round of dredging/desilting activity at Bolo Creek. Mayor Roderick Chiok Awingan once again expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all partners for their continued support and cooperation in keeping our waterways clean. Thank you very much to the following:❤️ 1. PLGU Benguet 2. DPWH BED1 3. MerryHeart Construction 4.

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Under the leadership of Mayor Roderick Chiok Awingan, the Municipality of La Trinidad received 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗿 (𝟰) 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 during the 9th Cordillera Environment Summit with the theme: "𝘉𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘢𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘪 𝘜𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘪: 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘳𝘢 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘌𝘤𝘰-𝘎𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦" held on June 30-July 1, 2026 at New Town Plaza Hotel, Baguio City. These awards recognize Local Government Units that demonstrated 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 and 𝗼𝘂�

The Municipality of La Trinidad joined the nation in observing Philippine Arbor Day 2026 with the theme: "𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚, 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚, 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚." Today, 300 Benguet pine seedlings were planted at the Puguis Communal Forest. Municipal officials, employees, and partner stakeholders came together to build sustainable green spaces — not just for today, but for future generations. Mayor Roderick Chiok Awingan, who led the activity to

The Municipality of La Trinidad, through its Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) and the LT Tourism Office, is spearheading its Roadside Beautification activities in partnership with volunteers, LT Binnadang partners, and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). The initiative aims to showcase a cleaner, greener, and more beautiful La Trinidad, one spot at a time. Barangays, schools, non-government organizations (NGOs), civil society organiza

Mayor Roderick Awingan spearheaded a dialogue with residents of Sitio Jappa, Barangay Shilan, on Wednesday morning to address concerns regarding the continuous passage of heavy trucks and their impact on the area's road network. The meeting was attended by barangay officials, residents, municipal personnel, and representatives of a construction firm operating within the area. During the discussion, residents raised concerns over the deteriorating condition of the road, citing

The Local Committee on Anti-Trafficking and Violence Against Women and Their Children (LCAT-VAWC) and the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Council of La Trinidad held their 2nd Quarter Joint Meeting on May 28, 2026, at the Municipal Lednicky Hall to discuss key concerns affecting the welfare and protection of women, children, and families in the municipality. During the meeting, members reviewed data on reported cases of violence and discussed ways to strengthen pr

Mayor Roderick Awingan Joins the Launch of "Mankakait 2026" ​Art truly knows no boundaries, and the grand opening of Mankakait 2026 proved exactly that. La Trinidad Municipal Mayor Roderick Awingan joined hands with Baguio City Councilor Leandro Yangot Jr., former Baguio City Mayor Peter Rey Bautista, his wife JB Bautista and mother Divina, master artist Art Lozano, and a vibrant community of local and international visionaries to formally launch this groundbreaking cultural

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.,

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

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 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