Recognizing the perseverance and dedication of Barangay Tanods and Lupons in keeping the peace and order in our communities, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region VI conducted the Awarding Ceremony of the 2022 Search for Outstanding Barangay Tanod and Lupong Tagapamayapa Incentives Awards (LTIA) on October 25th, at the District 21 Hotel, Iloilo City.

As one of the highlights of the celebration of the 31st Local Government Code Anniversary themed “Lakas ng Lokal: Trailblazing Innovations and Collaboration in Local Governance,” the LTIA intends to institutionalize a system of granting economic benefits and other incentives to Lupons which demonstrate exemplary performance as well as generate greater awareness among the various sectors of Philippine society on the Katarungang Pambarangay as a potent vehicle toward social ordering and human development.

The Lupong Tagapayamapa who received the coveted honor and prizes are:

  • 4th – 6th Class Municipalities Category
    • Regional Winner: Brgy. Abiera, Sebaste, Antique
    • 1st runner up: Brgy. Lanag Sur, Tubungan, Iloilo
    • 2nd runner up: Brgy. Dongon West, Numancia, Aklan
  • 1st – 3rd Class Municipalities Category
    • Regional Winner: Brgy. Sikatuna, Isabela, Negros Occidental
    • 1st runner up: Brgy. Poblacion, Kalibo, Aklan
    • 2nd runner up: Brgy. Tanag, Buenavista, Guimaras
  • Component Cities Category
    • Regional Winner: Brgy. Lawa-an, Roxas City, Capiz
    • 1st runner up: Brgy. Fabrica, Sagay City, Negros Occidental
    • 2nd runner up: Brgy. Quinagaringan Pequeño, Passi City, Iloilo
  • Highly Urbanized Cities Category
    • Regional Winner: Brgy. Zamora-Melliza, City Proper, Iloilo City
    • 1st runner up: Brgy. Felisa, Bacolod City

Meanwhile, the Search for Outstanding Barangay Tanods was institutionalized by the Regional Management Coordinating Committee (RMCC) to further strengthen the Department’s efforts in professionalizing Barangay Tanods on top of intensifying the disaster preparedness of barangays, strengthening the volunteer system and auxiliary network between and among public and private sectors, and providing a vehicle for the improvement of skills, knowledge and techniques in pursuit of the preservation of public safety among others.

Declared as winners for the different categories are the following:

Outstanding Group Tanod for Municipality Category

  • Champion: Brgy. Constancia, San Lorenzo, Guimaras
  • 1st Runner Up: Brgy. Mabini, Valladolid, Negros Occidental
  • 2nd Runner Up: Brgy. Sibalew, Banga, Aklan

Outstanding Group Tanod for City Category

  • Champion: Brgy. Banica, Roxas City, Capiz
  • 1st Runner Up: Brgy. V, San Carlos City, Negros Occidental
  • 2nd Runner Up: Brgy. Talongonan, Passi City, Iloilo

 Outstanding Individual Tanod

  • Champion: Edwin H. Velasquez, Brgy. Banica, Roxas City, Capiz
  • 1st Runner Up: Alex R. Alang, Brgy. V, San Carlos City, Negros Occidental
  • 2nd Runner Up: Joemarie D. Baldomar, Brgy. Taculing, Bacolod City

PNP6 Regional Director PBGen Leo M Francisco, Guest of Honor, acknowledged the risks and dangers Barangay Tanods face as frontliners and recognized the efforts and dedication they exert on a daily basis. Moreover, he highlighted the decrease in crime volume due to the settlement in the Lupong Tagapamayapa level as they amicably handle various cases, which in turn allow the PNP to focus on high value targets. #