Mayor Lucilo Bayron of Puerto Princesa City, Palawan

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Another tourist haven in the Philippines, Puerto Princesa is known for retaining its country charm despite rapid urbanization. Ongoing and upcoming projects by the local government headed by Mayor Lucilo Bayron have managed to hold on to that duality while responding to the needs of city residents.

Mendoza Park, more commonly known as the People’s Amphitheater, was given a facelift in the middle of the pandemic, while satellite branches of city hall were constructed to service the residents of Barangay Napsan, Barangay San Rafael, and Barangay Luzviminda, which are quite distant from the city center.

Sports facilities near Balayong Park are also under construction to hopefully serve as the future venue of the Palarong Pambansa.

The city government has been lauded as well for its drive to provide smart street lighting in the area. Its “intelligent streetlights” are set to use mostly solar energy, which will translate to 40 percent less energy consumption when compared to ordinary streetlights.

Several mayors across the country deserve recognition for their efforts to spearhead, manage, and complete the projects under the “Build, Build, Build” program