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Most Outstanding Mayor Award 2019

At present, a higher leap in economic growth is observed with
the sprouting of major commercial and business establishments
such As CitiMall, Mang Inasal, Fiesta Mall, Alfa Mart, Puregold,
Jollibee, Seven-Eleven, Caltex, Petron, China Bank Savings
and other commercial banks and business establishments.
One of Mayor Alejandrino administration’s main thrusts is to
slash down the poverty rate through the implementation of
effective and inclusive socio-economic reforms. As a servant
of the people, he sets a best example by religiously complying
with the Provincial and National Government policies. He has
On the other hand, with the magnificent beauty of Mt. Arayat, his own strict, but peaceful style in the all-out war against
enhancing its previously underestimated potential and sustaining prohibited drugs. Hundreds of drug surrenderees and rebel
the ongoing improvements, it is expected to be catching global returnees have already pledged their allegiance to help support
attention in the very near future. Mt. Arayat National Park’s (MANP) the National Government.
natural and preserved characteristics has started to be visibly
gaining attention for both local and foreign tourists. For around 71 The Municipality of Arayat with a mountain with the highest
long years, Mt. Arayat was abused and under Mayor Alejandrino’s peak in Central Luzon is now on its breakthrough in terms of
administration, rehabilitation and Eco-Tourism development has progress and development with its modern farm and waste
been a serious commitment contained in a roadmap which is the management facilities; number of reforestation volunteers is
Mt. Arayat Comprehensive Development Plan. consistently increasing annually; more roads have been repaired
and constructed; the Anti-Red Tape Act 2016’s 94.75% rating
Aside from the existing MANP amenities, the Plan includes makes Arayat LGU the best in the Province of Pampanga; Purple
the protection of existing flora and fauna, putting up a zoological Ribbon Award for Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive
garden, construction of view decks along the tracks in going up to Health - Central Luzon given by the Department of Health;
the mountain peaks, year-round tree planting, building of hotel and Certificate of Recognition awarded by COMELEC Arayat for his
restaurant, sports gymnasium, zip lines, research and camp sites. support in the Gender and Development Advancement Program;
Mt. Arayat is also a good source of free potable water. The cisterns and the Certificate of Recognition on Development Support
located and maintained in Brgy. San Juan Baño are providing and Security Operations of the 703rd Infantry (Agila) Brigade
drinking water to its 8,930 residents. Spring water is also a source of Philippines Army. Indeed, the servant of the people in the
of drinking water for at least 11 barangays within the vicinity of the person of Mayor Emmanuel M. Alejandrino, a leader of principle
mountain. Part of the Plan also includes the putting up of additional and a master of strength is making a lot of difference for the
spring water reservoir to serve more people. sake of his beloved Arayateños!

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