September 30, 2026 — The Municipal Government of Itogon entered into a partnership with the Commission on Population and Development – Cordillera Administrative Region (CPD-CAR) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing held today, September 30, 2026, at the Balingway Hall.
The partnership agreement focuses on the Population and Development (POPDEV) Localization and Institutionalization, aiming to optimize demographic opportunities and address critical population issues to accelerate local socioeconomic development in Itogon.
The MOU was signed by Itogon Municipal Mayor Bernard S. Waclin and CPD-CAR Regional Director Reynaldo O. Wong.
The signing was witnessed by Sangguniang Bayan Member Hon. Albert C. Carantes Jr. and Municipal Health Officer Dr. Oliver Guadaña.
CPD-CAR will provide technical assistance, capacity-building, coaching, and mentoring to local leaders and staff.
Meanwhile, LGU Itogon will integrate POPDEV strategies into local development plans, mobilize local offices, and establish a reliable POPDEV database to ensure efficient delivery of family planning and basic welfare services.
The partnership will remain active for three (3) years, paving the way for a more synchronized, data-driven approach to community welfare and sustainable development in the municipality.
