Damag iti Umingan

LGU UMINGAN RECEIVES MEDICAL APPARATUS

2011-12-25T23:05:00.001-08:00

Mr. & Mrs. Danny S. Reyes, balikbayans from Canada donated medical apparatus for the Local Government. They gave 3 units of Blood Pressure Apparatus and a box of medical equipment for Dialysis. These medical apparatus will be turned over to the Rural Health Units for proper handling. Kudos to the generous hearted couple who didn’t think twice in helping their hometown in augmenting the medical needs of their kababayans. Mr. Gil O. Tadeo, Municipal Administrator and Mr. Ramon A. Fernandez, General Services Officer V, received the donation.

Banila Bridge on its 2nd Phase of Construction (Completion)

2011-09-04T20:27:00.000-07:00

The Regional Director of DPWH-Region I, Director Veniedo O. Reyes, CESO IV, paid Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon a visit last July 29, 2011. He brought with him good news for the people of Umingan. Phase II of the construction of the Banila Bridge is about to start. The bridge connects Umingan to nearby towns of San Quintin, Natividad, Tayug and San Nicolas. It also serves as an alternate route going to the City of Urdaneta, Sta. Maria and Asingan. The construction of a new Banila Bridge, replacing the old one built during the Agbayani Administration, started in the year 2009, was made possible thru the joint efforts of former Congressman Conrad M. Estrella III, Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, Vice Mayor Alain P. Rabang and the Sangguniang Bayan

100% Voluntary Blood Donation for LGU Umingan

2011-09-04T19:22:00.000-07:00

The Local Government Unit of Umingan headed by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Philippine Red Cross, Pangasinan Chapter for his invaluable contribution for the advancement of “100% Voluntary Blood Donation”. The recognition was given during the Blood Donors’ Recognition Ceremony which was held at the CSI Stadia, Dagupan City last July 29, 2011. Gov. Amado T. Espino, Jr. was the Guest of Honor and Speaker.

Umingan LGU Joins the P-noy’s National Greening Program

2011-09-04T19:17:00.000-07:00

In line with the National Greening Program of the National Government, the Local Government of Umingan headed by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon hosted the launching of the National Greening Program for the 6th District of Pangasinan last June 22, 2011. The launching activity was attended by the DENR and CENRO officials, 6th District Rep. Marlyn P. Agabas, San Nicolas Mayor Leoncio Zaldivar, Natividad Mayor Cocoy Rafael and other Government and Non-Government Organizations coming from the different municipalities of the 6th district of Pangasinan.
Since NGP’s launching, different Non-Government and Civic Organizations of Umingan and other towns of the district expressed their intention to join and take part in the National Greening Program and be an instrument in healing Mother Earth. A series of Tree Planting activities were conducted at the identified sites at Barangay Annam, Umingan, Pangasinan. From High School students coming from the different schools of Umingan to the Bikers Club, Tricycle drivers, Barangay officials and even the Philippine Army. And just recently, the Local Government Unit employees together with the Municipal Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon joined hands in planting trees.
The National Greening Program is a joint endeavor of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Department of Agrarian Reform and Department of Agriculture with DENR as its anchor. NGP aims not only just to raise trees, it aims to change the way we think about trees and forest. In supporting the NGP, Uminganians are planting hopes for the environment and the result of this effort will be reaped by the succeeding generations.

Umingan National High School wins in Luzon Milo Little Olympics

2011-08-31T01:21:00.000-07:00

Umingan National High School bags the championship title in the recently concluded Luzon Milo Little Olympics held at the Narciso Ramos Sports and Civic Complex in Lingayen, Pangasinan. The event was participated by Regions I, II, III and CAR. Umingan National High School team won out of 77 competing schools coming from different parts of Luzon. UNHS defeated the 5-time defending champion Holy Angel University, Pampanga. UNHS is now the contender in the forthcoming 2011 National Milo Little Olympics on November 17 – 21, 2011 at Lingayen, Pangasinan. They will be competing with the winners of NCR, Visayas and Mindanao.
SK Federated President Raisa M. Tumbocon and ABC President Michael Carleone M. Cruz donated balls for the team.

3rd Blood-Letting Activity and Medical Mission

2011-07-20T01:02:00.000-07:00

The 3rd Bloodletting activity which was dubbed as “Share Life, Give Blood” was held last July 15,2011 at the Umingan Municipal Gymnasium. The event was made possible through the effort of the Local Government of Umingan headed by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon in collaboration with the Philippine Red Cross-Pangasinan Chapter headed by Ms. Florame S. Magalong. A medical mission was conducted simultaneously at the same venue. A total of thirty six (36) successful donors were able to donate 450cc of blood each. The Blood-letting activity has been an annual event of the Local Government since it’s launching on July 16, 2009. The event coincides with the birthday of the Hon. Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon.

Barangay Officials Attended Training on Disaster Management

2011-07-05T17:27:00.000-07:00

Some barangay officials from identified low lying areas of Umingan attended a 3-day training on Basic Disaster Management last June 13, 14 & 15, 2011. The activity was held at the Multi-Purpose Hall of Brgy. Don Montano . The training aims to equip the Barangay officials on what to do before, during and after a certain disaster. The participants were asked to make a spot map which will help them distinguish the hazards and strength of their respective barangays. The trainer also discussed the basics of first aid. Basic Disaster Management Training was made possible through the collaboration of the Philippine Red Cross , Pangasinan Chapter and the Local Government of Umingan headed by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon and the Sangguniang Bayan.

TRC Conducted Beaded Accessories Training for Umingan Local Council of Women

2011-05-04T23:16:00.000-07:00

A livelihood training course on Beaded Accessories was held on March 22, 2011 at the NGO Building of Umingan,Pangasinan. It was sponsored by the Local Government Unit of Umingan headed by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon through the initiative of Ms Camila M. Tumbocon, the Honorary Chairwoman of ULCW, and in coordination with the Municipal Social Welfare Development Office headed by Ms Elma C. Bequio and ULCW President Ms Lovenia Jasmin.
Trainers were from the Technology Resource Center, San Juan City, Metro Manila. A total of 32 women from different barangays actively participated in the training.
The activity is in line with the vision of the Umingan Local Council of Women (ULCW) which is “Empowering Women Through Entrepreneurship”. It also coincide with the celebration of International Women’s Month.
Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon showed his support for the empowerment of women by gracing the affair with a message of encouragement for the trainees. DILG officer Carmen Rosario C. Rafanan also gave a message.
Participants of the said training were able to come up with beautiful and intricate designs of earrings, charm bracelets, cellphone holder, key chains and many more. They learned the basics of Beaded Accessory making. Given the proper guidance, it showed a great potential for the ULCW members to earn extra cash for the family should they decide to make it a full time business since this kind of venture only needs small capital and can be utilized even in the confines of their homes. Ms Camila M. Tumbocon together with the ULCW secretariat are working on the follow-up activities of the group.

Klinika iti Away: Serbisyo iti Salun-at para iti Umili

2011-04-27T17:56:00.000-07:00

As the name implies, Klinika iti Away (Serbisyo iti Salun-at para iti Umili) is a Mobile Clinic that visits barangays every Tuesday and Friday. It is aimed to provide free medical assistance and medicines to the townspeople of Umingan. We first visited Barangay Calitlitan last April 12, 2011. Mayor ELDRED P. TUMBOCON and the First Lady Mdm. CAMILA M. TUMBOCON graced the launching of this project. As of this writing, Klinika iti Away has already visited Barangays Calitlitan, Evangelista, Labuan, Cabalitian, San Pablo, San Juan, Baracbac and Diaz. It will cover fifty five barangays. Klinika iti Away is just one of the many special projects under the administration of Mayor ELDRED P. TUMBOCON and Sangguniang Bayan presided by Vice Mayor ALAIN P. RABANG. This special project is under the Executive-Legislative Agenda.

Another Victory for Umingan Delegates at the National Collegiate Games 2011

2011-04-26T19:32:00.000-07:00

Umingan delegates once again went home with happy faces as they brought with them honor in the recently concluded National Collegiate Games 2011 at Zamboanga City held last April 18 – 14, 2011. Rose Vi P. Membrado bagged the 3rd Place in the 5,000 meter walk and 4th Place in the 10,000 meter walk. Elmer John Casildo got the 1st Place in the 4x400 meter relay and 3rd Place in the 800 meter run. Vanesa P. Membrado finished as the 2nd Placer in the 5,000 meter walk while Hadji Bravo took home the 5th Place in the High Jump Competition.

A Back to Back Victory for UNHS & UCES at IRAA!!!

2011-03-23T00:44:00.000-07:00

Congratulations!

The Umingan National High School (UNHS) and Umingan Central Elementary School (UCES) went home victorious after bagging a total of thirteen (13) medals and three (3) trophies for UNHS and thirteen (13) medals for UCES at the recently concluded Ilocos Region Athletic Association (IRAA) last March 14 – 19, 2011 held at Narciso Ramos Sports and Civic Center, Lingayen Pangasinan.

UNHS:
Mark Anthony Brioso
Gold – 5,000 meter run
Silver – 1,500 meter run
Silver – 800 meter run
Bronze - 4x400 meter relay
Bronze – 4x100x200x300x400 meter relay

Ryan Advincula
Silver – Triple Jump
Silver – High Jump
Bronze – Long Jump
Bronze – 4x100 meter relay
Bronze – 4x400 meter realy

Gregorio Dolor, Paulo Reyes, Jeremiah Rodrido, Jandel Membrere, Jan Rey Limpag, Bryan Philipe Murao, Carlo Jay Casildo, Christian Ray Reyes, Norbil Lagula & Roy Vincent Vergara
Bronze – volleyball

Ronel Bagay
Bronze – 4x400 meter relay
4th place – Low Hurdles

Jenny Rose Antonio
4th place – Javelin Throw

Villy Jane Membrado
6th place – 3,000 meter run

UCES:

Bronze - Softball
Sairine Joy Solomon Maricon M. Badua April S. Carganilla
Marianne Abegail S. Casimina Carmina B. Casuga Maryjane C. Collado
Michelle S. Beato Maryjoy D. Urbano Sharmae P. Valdez

Silver – Volleyball
Greg N. Aquinde
Adrian Viray

Bronze – Table Tennis
Raymon Cesar T. Alcampor
Billy Joe Almuete

ATHLETICS:

Rudolph B. Doliente
Gold – 4x400 meter relay
Bronze – Low Hurdles

Ludivido J. dela Cruz, Jr.
Gold – 100 meter, 200 meter,110 meter hurdles, 4x100, 4x400 & Swedish relay

Arel Arellano
Bronze – 1,500 meter run

May Abella
Bronze – Javelin Throw

Benedicto Camat
Gold – High Jump
Gold – 4x100 meter relay
Bronze – Triple Jump

Jan Homer Flores
Gold – Long Jump, 400 meter, 4x400 meter, 4x100 meter relay
Silver – Triple Jump

*Delegates from Umingan bagged the over-all championship in the Athletics Division

Prior to IRAA, delegates from UNHS also bagged a total of twenty nine (29) medals during the Division Meet held last December 13-18, 2010 at Tayug, Pangasinan.

The victorious athletes who will represent Ilocos Region in the upcoming 2011 Palarong Pambansa on May 14-19, 2011 at Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte will be given again financial assistance and support by the Local Government of Umingan. The delegates from UNHS were coached by Ms. Janette Banaga, Ms. Hilaria Valencia, Ms.Carmelita Aquinde, Mr. Eusebio Solis and Mr. Virgilio P. Padila, the Over-all Coach & Trainor. The delegates from UCES were coached by Mr. Howell Hope M. Vergara, Mr. Abraham Agsalog, Mr. Julius Arata and Mr. Robert Mira. Their officiating officials were Ms. Ma. Cristina Albindo, Ms. Mary Jane Milagrosa, Mr. Benjamin Lomboy, Mr. Artemio Fortunato, Mr. Diosdado Marquez, Mr. Allen Collado and Mr. Richard Bagorio

Prado National High School Volleyball Girls Spiking a Gold Victory at IRAA!!

2011-03-21T17:32:00.001-07:00

The recently concluded Ilocos Region Athletic Association (IRAA) last March 14 – 19, 2011 held at Narciso Ramos Sports and Civic Center, Lingayen Pangasinan, paved way for a Gold Medal for the Volleyball Girls of Prado National High School, who represented Pangasinan II Division. The team is composed of Aiko Sweet B. Urdas (the Most Valuable Player), Crystal Jane Olinares, Julie Ann Gavina, Jacqueline V. Dado, Marilyn Digap, Hazel Ann Digap, Noemi Arellano, Ailyn Novisio, Marites Verganio, Marilou Espiritu, Emma Jane Positero and Mary Grace Gonzales. The team was accompanied by Ms. Julieta Abara (Principal), Mr. Reynaldo G. Carvajal (Teacher and Team Coach) and Ms. Zenaida Carvajal. They will represent Ilocos Region in the 2011 Palarong Pambansa which will be held on May 14 – 19, 2011 at Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte.

UMINGAN BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT 2011 OPENING

2011-03-07T23:28:00.000-08:00

Let the games begin!

The Local Government Unit of Umingan formally opened the Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon’s Cup-Umingan Basketball Tournament 2011 last March 7, 2011. This basketball tournament is in preparation of the Umingan Town Fiesta activities happening on April 8, 9 and 10, 2011.

The tournament started with a parade led by the participating teams comprised of Barangay Clusters I-VIII, Sangguniang Bayan/LGU, Association of Barangay Council (ABC), Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Young Organization of Umingan (YOU). Selection of Muse of the Tournament followed wherein Lailani Abarientos of the PNP emerged as the winner while the Best in Uniform was awarded to Cluster 5. An exhibition from the Quezon Memorial Academy (QMA) Drum and Lyre Corps followed before the games officially began.

The opening ceremony was attended by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, the Honorary Chairman of Umingan Basketball Tournament 2011, SB Member Neil B. Andaya, Sports Committee Chairman-Umingan Town Fiesta 2011, SB Member Welly B. Navalta, Mr. Isidro II A. Fernandez- Chairman, Executive Committee-Umingan Town Fiesta 2011 , Mr. Daneking Noble-Executive Secretary and Mr. Rene Domingo, Commissioner of the Umingan Basketball Tournament 2011.

GLOBAL MEDICAL MISSION “Building Communities, Bridging Continents”

2011-02-24T00:37:00.000-08:00

The Local Government Unit of Umingan in cooperation with the Rotary Club of San Diego Paradise Valley, USA headed by RC President and a native of Umingan, Ms. Femie Villaflores-Cupit and Global Medical Mission Chair Mr. Gabriel Perpetua and its local counterparts from Rotary Clubs of Baguio South headed by President Ms. Angie dela Cruz, Urdaneta President Ms. Marife Estrada and Sta. Barbara President Mr. Froilan Fernandez, conducted a free medical/optical, dental and surgical mission last February 6, 2011 at the Municipal Gymnasium. Dubbed as Global Medical Mission, the whole day event is intended to provide free medical services to the indigent townspeople of Umingan. This medical mission was spearheaded by Hon. Eldred P. Tumbocon, Mrs. Camila M. Tumbocon and Ms. Aizza June S. Ramos, the Project Coordinator for this event.

The 31 medical team from the US and the different parts of the Philippines assisted by the Rural Health Unit of Umingan Staff and Volunteers provided the 1,551 patients free consultation and medicines as well as cyst extraction for 67 patients and 47 circumcision procedures to young boys while a total of 185 patients were provided free tooth extraction resulting to a total of 1, 850 patients served.

Due to the overwhelming response of the indigent population, a continuation of the Dental Mission was held last February 8, 2011 at the Municipal Gymnasium. Dubbed as “Fulfilling an Unfinished Commitment” the Dental Team from Rotary Clubs of Urdaneta, Baguio South and Sta. Barbara served a total of 203 patients.

Overall, there were a total of 2, 053 patients who were provided free medical, dental and surgical services.

Once again, this successful event proved that no distance can hinder us from working towards a common goal.

Kudos to the Rotary Club International for bridging the gap and making things possible!

MEDICAL MISSION ACCOMPLISHED

2011-02-24T00:14:00.000-08:00

The Philippine Medical Society of Florida (PMSF), through Pangasinan Governor Amado T. Espino Jr. and the Provincial Health Officer Dr. Ana Ma. Theresa De Guzman in cooperation with the Municipal Mayors of the Eastern Pangasinan, held a five-day free Medical, Dental and Surgical Mission last January 31-February 4, 2011. With Tayug, Pangasinan as the central venue, the PMSF aimed to bring doctors, nurses and paramedics to share their talent, skill and time to help the underprivileged residents of Eastern Pangasinan.

The PMSF, through Mr. Rodney Purificacion, Tayug Medical Mission Local Coordinator, worked hand-in-hand with the Rural Health Unit of Umingan Staff Nurses Ms. Jesan Romero and Mr. Mark Vergara to provide the necessary assistance for the 97 patients who were given free medical, dental and surgical services during the onset of the medical mission.

The PMSF Medical Mission was made possible and successful through the efforts of the Local Government Unit of Umingan headed by Municipal Mayor Hon. Eldred P. Tumbocon.

MASS WEDDING 2011

2011-02-24T00:06:00.000-08:00

The Local Government Unit of Umingan once again held a Mass Wedding Celebration for its constituents last January 30, 2011.
The holding of the annual Mass Wedding was derived from Municipal Ordinance No.1, S-1998 authored by then Municipal Councilor and now the Municipal Mayor of Umingan Hon. Eldred P. Tumbocon , declaring the last Sunday of January every year as Mass Wedding Day and granting prospective couples exemption from government fees and charges.
This joyous affair started with a lecture on the value of wedding ceremony by Ms. Mairavic A. Oficial from the Universal Peace Federation, Pangasinan Chapter. Municipal Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon officiated the exchange of marriage vows of the 49 couples who participated in the event. Also present were Vice Mayor Alain P. Rabang, SB Members Fred A. Fernandez and Welly B. Navalta who is also the Chairman on Committee on Women and Family and the different Barangay Councils.

UMINGAN MEDICAL VISION MISSION

2011-02-21T07:27:00.000-08:00

A free optical mission was held last January 20-24, 2010 at the Municipality of Umingan. The five-day optical mission is intended to deliver free vision services to the underprivileged people of Umingan wherein the indigent population will receive free eye examination, graded eyeglasses, eye medications and cataract and pterygium surgeries. Barangay Don Montano, La Paz, San Juan, Ricos and Amaronan were the host barangays for the said optical mission.

A mobile clinic was brought to the five host barangays where eye examination was being conducted by the 30 member medical team from EyeCare WeCare Foundation headed by Dr. James Weyrich, OD, President of EyeCare WeCare Foundation, Washington, USA. Volunteers from the Rural Health Unit and the Young Organization of Umingan as well as the different Barangay Councils were also present to provide assistance during the mission. A surgical operation was simultaneously conducted at the Umingan Community Hospital by the Resources for the Blind, Inc. under the supervision of Ms. Maria Victoria Victorino, Project Coordinator for Cataract Surgery and Dr. Ralph Asuncion of the Lion’s Club, City of San Fernando, La Union.

There were about 1, 407 people who were seen and provided eyeglasses for during the five-day mission and a total of 23 cataract surgery and 11 pterygium surgeries performed.

This free Medical Vision Mission was made possible through the efforts of Mr. Danny Aguilar, an Engineer at Bausch and Lomb, USA and a true blooded Uminganian in cooperation with the Local Government of Umingan headed by Hon. Eldred P. Tumbocon and Mr. Arjo Brian M. Victoria, Project Coordinator, Aberdeen Washington, USA Lions Club, Resources for the Blind Inc., Bausch and Lomb Foundation, EyeCare WeCare Foundation, Family Federation of World Peace, Negros Navigation and Lions Club, City of San Fernando, La Union.

RURAL HEALTH UNIT-1 OF UMINGAN RECEIVES NEW MICROSCOPE

2011-01-26T16:34:00.000-08:00

The Rural Health Unit - I of Umingan received a new CX21 Olympus Microscope from the Department of Health-San Fernando, La Union. The microscope was turned over by Mr. Valerio V. Lopez, the OIC Regional Director of DOH Center for Health Development to Mr. Ryan Revita of RHU-Umingan last August 12, 2010. The donation was also in line with the National Tuberculosis Program of the Department of Health and would be a great help to further provide fast and accurate medical and laboratory services to the people of Umingan.

NEWLY-ELECTED OFFICERS OF FEDERATED BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC. (Rural Health Unit-I)

2010-08-15T23:01:00.000-07:00

The Federated Barangay Health Workers’ Association, Inc. (RHU-I) conducted their election of officers last August 2, 2010 at the Umingan Municipal Gymnasium. There were 146 participants out of 159 members who casted their votes and made this event a success. Mrs. Lima N. Etrata was proclaimed as the new President of the association and will serve a three year term. The newly-elected officers of FBWHAI were sworn into office by Hon. Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon last August 5, 2010 at the Mayor’s Office.

NEWLY-ELECTED OFFICERS OF
FEDERATED BARANGAY HEALTH WORKERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC.(Rural Health Unit-I)

President : LIMA N. ETRATA
Vice-President : MODESTA O. VENTURA
Secretary : LETICIA S. LLABAN
Sub-Secretary : ROSITA C. VILLANUEVA
Treasurer : GLORIA M. LORENZANA
Sub-Treasurer : JULIET A. BACOY
Auditors : CARIDAD S. LOMBOY, LOLITA S. NOTO,
LEONORA B. PATUNGAN,CECILIA F. RONQUILLO
PROs : GLORIA F. JOSE, JUANITA DIGAP
LOLITA B. RAMOS,LETICIA B. BISARES
Business Managers: FLORIDA T. REYNO, LETICIA E. ABAD
AURORA C. ANTALAN, MARIVIC R. PERIDO
Sgt. @ Arms : MELICIA A. BUMATAY, DIVINA C. DACUMOS
DOMINGA C. MEJIANO, NAYDA R. LILAGAN

CONGRATULATIONS to the Federated Barangay Health Workers’ Association,Inc.’s new set of officers!

Book Donation from our Cailians

2010-08-10T20:05:00.000-07:00

Last August 2, 2010, the Municipal Library of Umingan once again received a books donated by our generous cailians, sisters Augusta “Agnes” Cabading Quezon and Millie Cabading Suitos of Brgy. La Paz, Umingan, Pangasinan now based at Eagle Lake, Martinez, California, USA. They gave 2 boxes of books consisting of one (1) set (24 volumes) of Collier’s Encyclopedia, children’s dictionary and other reference materials as well as 98 assorted magazines for use in the Library. This good deed from our cailians all throughout the world shows their unending support and love to the Local Government of Umingan’s effort to promote and instill the love of reading to children and encourage more youth of Umingan to learn and make use of the Municipal Library as their best place of reading, of adventure, of exploration, of just enjoying a good story from the available reading materials therein. The reading materials were personally handed to the first lady of Umingan, Madam Camila M. Tumbocon, and were duly turned over to the Municipal Librarian Mary Gene P. Fernandez.

2nd Blood-Letting & Tree-Planting Activity, a Back-to-Back Success!

2010-08-05T01:14:00.000-07:00

Once again, the Local Government Unit of Umingan in collaboration with the Philippine Red Cross-Pangasinan Chapter held the 2nd Blood-letting Activity dubbed as "Dugo, ibahagi mo. Buhay, masasagip mo" on July 16, 2010 at the Municipal Gymnasium, Umingan Pangasinan and was participated in by the Municipal employees, Barangay Officials, BHWs, member of the PNP Umingan and the Philippine Army, DepEd, Sta. Catalina College of Arts and Science students and from different sectors. The activity was commenced by a short program with Ms. Florame Magalong, Chief Administrator of the Philippine Red Cross-Pangasinan Chapter gracing the event, Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, SB Member Troy P. Rabang, Chairman in Committee on Health, members of the Sangguniang Bayan. In this year's event, there were about 35 blood donors who willingly donated blood to help out in the success of this humanitarian activity of the LGU spearheaded by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon.

Prior to the blood-letting activity, at about 7:00 am, tree-planting activity was conducted at Brgys. Don Justo and Alo-o, where in 50 seedlings of mango tree and 100 seedlings of melina tree were planted on the idle land. It aims to promote environmental awareness and protection especially so that Umingan was one the towns badly affected by flood during the last year's devastation of Typhoon Pepeng. More so, it aims to achieve an ecologically-balanced Umingan and its environs. The tree-planting activity was organized by the 4H Club (Head, Hands, Heart, Help)an organization composed of youth, ages 15-30 years old and single, as to date, the 4H Club has already 46 active members. The activity was spearheaded by the Municipal Agriculturist Office headed by Mr. Francisco O. Collado, sponsored by LGU-Umingan in coordination with SB Member Fred A. Fernandez.

Oath-Taking of the Newly Elected Municipal Officials for 2010-2013

2010-08-01T23:54:00.000-07:00

June 30, 2010 marks another milestone in the political history of Umingan. On this day, the Honorable Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, CE-GE, together with Vice Mayor-elect Alain P. Rabang and the other winning officials took an oath and pledged for another three years of unwavering commitment and dedicated service to the townspeople of Umingan.
The ceremony started with an early morning mass officiated by Rev. Fr. Jessie S. Prado at the Municipal Hall Grounds and followed by the blessing of two (2) new units of ambulance. One of which was acquired during the 2007-2010 administration of Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon and Vice Mayor Alain P. Rabang and the other unit was donated by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). These ambulances truly will be of great help to the LGU in providing immediate medical service to the people of Umingan.
The oath-taking ceremony was conducted by Municipal Judge Plotinus T. Sanchez to the following elected officials: Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, Vice Mayor Alain P. Rabang, SB Members Fred A. Fernandez, Neil B. Andaya, Lisandro C. Gonzales, Emil Tristan T. Trinidad, Troy P. Rabang, John D. Advincula, Welly B. Navalta and Mario L. Sonaco. The event was attended by Board Member Alfonso C. Bince Jr., families and friends of the elected officials, the Department of Education, municipal employees and other guests. The guests were entertained by the Umingan National High School’s Tribu Ramabak dancers, who won as daily winner in ABS-CBN’s Showtime and performed last June 12, 2010 for the weekly finals. The ceremony was culminated by a luncheon celebration at the SB mezzanine hall.
Again, to the newly-elected Municipal Officials, congratulations and continue serving the people of Umingan!

Umingan Held Youth Leadership Summit

2009-11-22T20:34:00.002-08:00

A Youth Leadership Summit dubbed Umingan Youth Forum ’09 was held last October 23-25, 2009 at the Umingan Central Elementary School. With the theme "Youth of Today, Leaders of Tomorrow", the YLS is a three-day live-in training program organized and conducted by the 71^st Infantry (Kaibigan) Battalion of the Philippine Army under Col Melquiades Feliciano INF (GSC). It was attended by a total of 88 youth coming from high school and college levels including out of school youths. The YLS (Youth Leadership Summit) is specially designed towards enhancing leadership and interrelations skills, and advocacy for patriotism and moral uprightness of youth leaders. Specifically, it hopes to develop God-fearing, morally upright, disciplined and socially responsible youth leaders who promote peace and development with a great sense of patriotism; and to protect the youth against exploitation of unlawful organizations that destroy democracy and the duly constituted government. The training modules include activities that help the participants develop teamwork and camaraderie; keep the youth aware of deceptive and manipulative recruitment of illegal and subversive organizations; introduce to the youth their roles and responsibilities in nation-building; and prepare them in to be able to help mold the future of their own communities. The YLS was made possible through the coordination of 71^st Infantry (Kaibigan) Battalion of the Philippine Army, 7^th Civil Military Operations Battalion, Philippine National Police, Department of Education and the Local Government of Umingan.

Telecoms Sans Frontieres, Using Technology for Disaster Relief

2009-11-22T20:34:00.001-08:00

When a calamity, war, or pandemic strikes, the Telecoms San Frontieres team springs into action. Through satellite uplinks, they provide free three-minute calls for people desperate to reach family to let them know about their conditions. Telecoms San Frontieres, (meaning Telecommunications Without Borders), is a relief organization based in southern France with more than a decade of experience in setting up emergency communications facilities in war or disaster zones. A telecommunication booth was set up at the Municipal Building Grounds last October 19, 2009 offering the said three-minute call (both domestic and international calls) to anyone and everyone. Oisin Walton, team leader of the Telecoms San Frontieres unit sent here said volunteers like him go to disaster zones to carry out their organizations mission and to provide some sort of relief to the community using technology. In the onset of the devastation of Super Typhoon Pepeng, land line telecommunication was brought down to a halt for more than a week (October 9-19, 2009) and the efforts of Telecoms Sans Frontieres were very timely to provide telecommunication to our constituents.

President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo Sagip Tulong (Medical Mission) Complete Success!

2009-11-22T20:33:00.001-08:00

A medical mission for our municipality dubbed PGMA Sagip Tulong was conducted last October 17, 2009 through the efforts of our President Gloria M. Arroyo with close coordination with the Philippine Army, Medical Volunteers from Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation, Rural Health Units of Umingan and the Local Government Unit of Umingan. The medical mission, which was a continuation of relief operations following the onslaught of Super Typhoon Pepeng, provided free health checkups, consultations and medicines. The whole event, lasting almost half a day, was a total success wherein a total of one thousand seven hundred two (1,702) people were accommodated.

Relief Poured in for Distressed Uminganians

2009-11-22T20:32:00.001-08:00

Super Typhoon Pepeng dampened the whole of the town but it didn’t dampen the many hearts of those who are willing to help our distressed Uminganians. Relief poured in to the town during and after the two-day ordeal brought by “Pepeng”. There was also a continuous rescue and evacuation efforts done by our Local Government in cooperation to the Provincial and National Disaster Coordinating Council. As initial aid to our devastated town mates, the Local Government purchased an assortment of rice grains, canned goods packed noodles which were repacked by volunteer employees and distributed by barangays. Days following the onslaught of Pepeng, relief continued to pour in. Among those who are in the Government that extended help were the Abono Partylist (packed lunch), Vice Governor Marlyn Primicias-Agabas (packed relief goods), Gen. Hermogenes C. Esperon Jr. (packed relief goods), Department of Social Welfare and Development Central Office (packed relief goods), Presidential Management Staff of Malacañang (packed relief goods), Senator Manny B. Villar (packed relief goods), Mayor Jejomar C. Binay (packed relief goods), the Local Government of Lupao, Nueva Ecija (relief goods and evacuation area) and the 71st IB of the Philippine Army(packed relief goods). Hand in hand with the Government, different Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), namely ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya (clothing & sanitation kit), Philippine National Red Cross, 143 Pangasinan Chapter (packed relief goods) and Private Organizations namely SMART Telecommunications (packed relief goods), Manila North Tollways Corporation (packed relief goods) Philippine Long Distance Telecommunications (packed relief goods) Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (water filtration unit) have also extended help to our town. Kind spirited individuals also made contributions to augment the relief operations to our town and among them were Bert & Lydia Infante (P 2,000 cash), Eleno Corpuz (P10,000 cash), Sisters from St. Dominican Church, Capas, Tarlac (clothing and packed relief goods) and the volunteer municipal employees who help to repack and distribute relief goods and have also helped in rescue and evacuation efforts.

Umingan Devastated by Super Typhoon Pepeng

2009-11-22T17:54:00.000-08:00

Super Typoon Pepeng (international name Parma) has wrecked havoc to most part of Pangasinan and our municipality is unfortunately among the towns affected. Pepeng’s heavy rains stressed and later on destroyed portions of the dike along the Banila River which caused flooding in barangays near the dike. Continuous rains made almost all water channels, especially canals, to swell and overflow which further flooded barangays that are nowhere near the Banila River including the town proper. The floods destroyed roads and road shoulders, eroded bridge foundations and approaches, destroyed numerous houses and properties, isolated some barangays, damaged large amounts of soon to be harvested crops and ultimately caused four casualties. All in all, the ordeal affected an approximately eight thousand six hundred ninety nine (8,699) families in forty five barangays (listed below are the barangays affected with corresponding number of affected households). There were no electricity and telephone lines were likely disabled for more than a week still due to the rampage of Super Typhoon Pepeng.

List of Affected Barangays and Number of Households

· Alo-o (100)	· Diaz (120)	· La Paz (243)
· Lauren (100)	· San Juan (150)	· Decreto (100)
· Bantug (150)	· Maseil-seil (140)	· Poblacion East (463)
· Evangelista (185)	· Pangangaan (89)	· Nancalabasaan (446)
· Cabatuan (210)	· Lubong (140)	· Poblacion West (582)
· Calitlitan (192)	· Labuan (163)	· Don Montano (580)
· Abot Molina (231)	· Cabaruan (146)	· Sinabaan (200)
· Casilan (100)	· Sta. Maria (150)	· Buenavista (220)
· Mantacdang (100)	· Don Justo Abalos (80)	· San Leon (107)
· Tanggal-sawang (79)	· Amaronan (184)	· Flores (328)
· Del Rosario (70)	· San Pablo (190)	· Barat (110)
· Papallasen (353)	· Gonzales (350)	· Caurdanetaan (348)
· Annam (100)	· Carosalesan (157)	· Cabalitian (261)
· Cabangaran (115)	· Diket (120)	· Esperanza (80)
· Carayungan Sur (100)	· Pemienta (160)	· Cadiz (87)

Joint Medical and Dental Mission a Massive Success

2009-09-14T20:33:00.000-07:00

A joint Medical and Dental Mission by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) and the Local Government Unit of Umingan, Pangasinan and participated by various doctors, dentists and volunteers here in the municipality, from the Virgen Milagrosa Medical Center, 105^th CDC 1^st RCDG ARESCOM and BRAVO COY 1^st RRBn of the Philippine Army. The activity, held at the Municipal Gymnasium last September 6, 2009, was in celebration of the 75^th Anniversary of the PCSO in its continuous service to the Filipinos especially to the poor and marginalized sectors of the community. The medical and dental mission provided free medical, dental check-ups and tooth extractions as well as corresponding medicines which were provided by the PCSO. The event kick started at 8:30 AM with already more than a hundred participants and ended at 5:00 PM wherein a total of 1,180 participants (886 were given medical attention and 294 were given dental attention) were catered and accommodated. Simultaneous to the event here in Umingan, similar activities were conducted at different municipalities around the country in celebration to the anniversary of the PCSO. This PCSO-LMP activity was spearheaded by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon and the Sangguniang Bayan with Ms. Abigail P. Millora as the activity coordinator.

Inclusion in President’s Bridge Program Sought

2009-09-10T18:07:00.000-07:00

Mayor Eldred P. Tumbokon of Umingan, Pangasinan sought early inclusion in the President’s Bridge Program (PBP) of three bridges in his municipality which are vital for its balanced-development and productivity. The three bridges have long been programmed by the Municipal Development Council but inclusion in the national program for bridges has long been delayed. He said the proposed bridges are essential for mobility, agricultural production, and the uplift of the socio-economic condition of his constituents. The proposed bridges would connect Barangays Esperanzo and Buenavista, Don Montano and Don Justo Abalos, and Santa Maria (Boaya) and Prado. The Esperanza-Buenavista structure will benefit 7,000 inhabitants and provide access for development of some 1,000 hectares of productive agricultural land in eight barangays: Buenavista, Flores, Sinawaan, Cabalitian, Libuan, Tanggal Sawang, Mantacdang and Esperanza. It will serve as alternate route to nearby town of San Quintin. The Don Montano-Don Justo Abalos Bridge will lead to four barangays namely Don Julio Abalos, Diket, Anman and Don Montano and will benefit 5,000 inhabitants. The third bridge will ease transport of agricultural products in eight barangays: Prado, Panganguan, Luna Este, Luna Weste, Conception, San Juan, San Vicente and Sta. Maria. These barangays have apopulation of 7,000 and cover some 5,000 hectares of “squash country”. Squash, Mayor Tumbokon said, is produced in great quantities in these barangays and the bridge will make easier the transport of this and other products to the town proper and other commercial districts. “Inclusion of these bridges in the President’s Bridge Program and their immediate implementation will be a high mark to an administration that is most responsive to public good and public need”, Tumbokon said.

*The above article is an exact reprint of an article written in the Manila Bulletin dated August 25, 2009 page B-9

Umingan Receives its Post-Harvest Development Plan

2009-09-10T18:03:00.000-07:00

The Umingan Post Harvest Development Plan for the years 2009-2018 was turned over to the Local Government Unit of Umingan last August 25, 2009. The said development plan was a collaborative project of the Local Government Unit of Umingan through the Municipal Agriculturist Office and the Department of Agriculture Bureau of Postharvest Research and Extension. The project was spearheaded by Dr. Rodolfo P. Estigoy (Project Leader), a resident of Umingan, together with Maria Criselda A. Ganabo (Project Staff) and Erwin S. Embuscado (Technical writer) with close coordination with the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist headed by Francisco Collado (Municipal Agriculture Officer), Engr. Edwin Calderon (Municipal Agriculturist) and the Office of the Municipal Mayor. The concept was actually hatched by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, Dr. Rodolfo P. Estigoy and Mr. Diosdado M. Andaya during one of the visits of Dr. Estigoy to his hometown Umingan. The said Postharvest Development Plan will provide direction for the development of the agricultural sector within the municipality for the next ten years in order to accelerate the agricultural development for the municipality. It likewise contains formulation of measures to help ensure the delivery of basic services and provisions of adequate facilities relative to agricultural services. All in all it will provide a road map that will lead to a better Umingan.

Umingan Public Library Recipient of a Book Donation

2009-09-09T19:14:00.000-07:00

The Umingan Public Library last received a book donation from Bagong Kulturang Pinoy, Inc (http://www.aklatan.org/) which is non-profit organization whose mission is to develop a reading culture among Filipino children. The Massachusetts, USA based organization sent an assortment of 345 books, mostly children story books, last August 18, 2009 with hopes to help promote better reading habits for our young constituents using our Municipal Public Library. The books were awarded through Alicia Patricio Quilicot, Country Directress, and personally turned over by Mr. Andylowi F. Bumatay and duly received by our Municipal Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon and Municipal Public Librarian Mary Gene P. Fernandez.

Umingan Bureau of Fire Protection Officer-in-Charge Outstanding!

2009-09-09T19:11:00.001-07:00

Senior Fire Officer 2 (SFO2) Loreto M. Bernardino, the current officer-in-charge of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) here in Umingan, Pangasinan was awarded Medalya ng Kasanayan (Devotion to Duty) for his valiant effort and commitment to promote the programs of BFP in the recently concluded 18^th Anniversary of the Bureau of Fire Protection last August 11, 2009 held at the Quezon City Sports City Sports Club, E. Rodriquez Sr. Avenue, Quezon City. He is the sole recipient of the Medalya ng Kasanayan in the entire Region I (along with four others from Region 7, Region 4A and National Capital Region). No less than himself Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Ronaldo Puno awarded the medal. SFO2 Loreto M. Bernardino was also awarded a Certificate of Recognition and Certificate of Commendation for his continuous commitment, dedicated involvement and service in the performance of his duties and responsibilities here in our municipality. These were awarded to him last August 18, 2009 by SR SUPT (DSC) Ramon O. Giron, Regional Director of BFP Region I, at the Regional Celebration of the 18^th BFP Anniversary held at ORT Cooperative Development Center, Capitol Hill, Guerrero Road, City of San Fernando, La Union.

UNHS Hailed Champions at the 33rd MILO National Marathon

2009-09-09T00:06:00.000-07:00

The Umingan National High School (UNHS) racked up ten medals and 2 trophies at the recently concluded 33^rd MILO National Marathon (Regional Elimination Dagupan Leg) at the host City Dagupan, Pangasinan held last August 16, 2009. They collectively garnered medals in the 3, 5 and 21 Kilometer Boys Marathon and Girls Marathon and took up a podium spot and a trophy for the 1^st Runner-up at the 3 Kilometers Boys Division. UNHS cruised and finished top and took home the Championship and a trophy in the Interschool Competition where it bested University of Luzon and Dagupan National High School who took 1^st Runner up 2^nd Runner up spots respectively. The marathoners of UNHS were trained by Trainer/Coach Mr. Virgilio P. Padila. Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon extended financial assistance to the athletes for the said event.

Congressman Conrad M. Estrella III visits various Road and Bridge Projects in Umingan

2009-09-03T20:20:00.000-07:00

Pangasinan 6th District Representative Conrad M. Estrella III, together with his Chief of Staff, Ms. Susan Casareno (Rosales Councilor) and accompanied by our very own Municipal Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon and all the Members of the Sangguniang Bayan, visited various Road and Bridge Projects last July 30, 2009. First on the list was the Umingan-Talugtog Road (Ricos-Baracbac-Diaz Road sections) with a project cost of 50 million pesos followed by the Concrete-Paving of La Paz Road amounting to 3.10 million pesos. Both projects are soon to be completed. The group proceeded to attend the Ground Breaking Ceremony of the continuation of the Concrete-Paving of the Esperanza Road. Said projects were funded through the Congressional and National Budgets. Congressman Estrella also inspected some of the just completed fourteen (14) Farm-to-Market Roads (concreting). Improvement of Farm-to-Market Roads includes Concreting of Diket, Don Justo Abalos, Carayungan Sur, Abot-Molina, Nampalcan, Mantacdang, Tanggal-Sawang, Luna Weste, Prado, Resurreccion, Casilan, Capas and Sta. Rosa. Said projects were constructed thru his and his brother Robert Raymund M. Estrella’s (ABONO Partylist Representative) initiative and were parts of the Pump-Priming Programs of the Department of Agriculture and Department of Public Works and Highways. Likewise, Congressman Estrella, Mayor Tumbocon and the group also visited the on-going construction of Banila Bridge between Barangays Lauren and Nancalabasaan. Project cost is 150 million pesos.

First Bloodletting Activity in Umingan was a Total Success!

2009-07-26T17:52:00.000-07:00

Local Goverment Unit of Umingan in collaboration with Philippine National Red Cross, Pangasinan Chapter spearheaded the First Bloodletting Activity in the municipality dubbed “Give Blood, Give Life!” last July 16, 2009. The activity conducted at the Municipal Gymnasium, Umingan, Pangasinan was mainly participated by Municipal Employees, members of the different Barangay Councils, Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), members of Umingan Police Station, members of the BJMP Umingan and walk-in participants. Prior to the actual bloodletting activity was a short program which was also attended by Vice Governor Marlyn P. Agabas together with Board members Tyrone D. Agabas and Alfonso C. Bince Jr., members of the Sangunniang Bayan and our beloved Municipal Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, CE-GE and members of Philippine National Red Cross, Pangasinan Chapter headed by Chief Administrator Florame S. Magalong. Alongside the bloodletting activity was a Hand Washing Campaign in line with the recent emerging threat of AH1N1 virus or the so-called swine flu. Said hand washing activities were conducted at the campuses of the various primary and secondary schools, (Umingan Central Elementary School, Quezon Memorial Academy, Umingan National High School and Immaculate Conception Catholic School). During the said Hand Washing event, hand washing soaps and hand sanitizers were distributed to help keep students as well as teachers safe and clean.

Mayor Tumbocon Awarded by OWWA!

2009-07-23T17:24:00.000-07:00

On the recently concluded “Araw ng Pasasalamat” event of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) Region I held at Pacoy Ortega Gym, San Fernando La Union, our Local Chief Executive Eldred P. Tumbocon, CE-CE was recognized and was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from OWWA Region I for his support and active participation in promoting the welfare of both Overseas Filipino Workers and their families within the municipality and was awarded by Ms. Marivic L. Mondina, OIC OWWA Regional Welfare Officer I during the said event. The Local Government Unit of Umingan has installed its own OWWA Desk and has appointed Ms. Crescel V. Dela Cruz as OWWA Migrant Desk officer last May 30, 2008 to accommodate and provide assistance to Overseas Filipino Workers and their families. Umingan is the only municipality (in the entire 6^th District of Pangasinan) with its own OFW Association consisting of ninety members as of this date.

LGU-Umingan Celebrates the 111th Independence Day

2009-06-18T18:55:00.000-07:00

In view of the 111^th celebration of the Philippine Independence, the Local Government Unit of Umingan, Pangasinan conducted a program last June 12, 2009. Employees of the LGU headed by our Municipal Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon together with the Umingan Central Elementary School teachers, Principals and their District Supervisor Elvira C. Mones, Ed D; PNP Umingan; members of the 1^st (PGN-E) Ready Reserve Batallion “B” Company of the AFP; New Guardians Inc.; Guardians Philippines Inc. participated in the flag raising ceremony which was followed by a wreath laying ceremony at the monuments of Andres Bonifacio, “Unknown Soldier” and Jose P. Rizal. The Program concluded with all the participants, including our Vice Governor Marlyn P. Agabas and Board Member Tyrone D. Agabas, participating in “Operation Linis” which was a clean up drive along the Umingan Public Market.

LGU –Umingan, GEP Region 1 MOA Signing

2009-05-06T21:04:00.000-07:00

The Local Government Unit of Umingan (LGU-Umingan) has enlisted the help and support of the Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines (GEP Region 1) for the survey works in relation to the joint LGU-PNR Housing Project Sites. Executive Order No. 48 (E.O. 48) declares non-core properties of the Philippine National Railways (PNR) as socialized housing sites and providing for the disposition of the same to bonafide occupants. The Municipal Officials initiated this project to assist the prospective beneficiaries by appropriating financial assistance to cover counterpart fund for the survey works. A MOA signing was held at the Municipal Session Hall led by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, a former GEP Official of Region 1 representing LGU-Umingan, Engr. Alberto Espiritu, Regional President of GEP-Region 1 last May 7, 2009 together with representatives from the three Home Owners Associations (HOA). Several local constituents from Barangays Papallasen, Cabalitian, Tanggal-Sawang, Mantacdang, (all under the PACATAMA HOA,) La Paz (under La Paz HOA) and San Leon (under San Leon HOA) are the beneficiaries of the said Executive Order.

Umingan Elementary Basketball Boys Bags IRAA Championships!!!

2009-03-17T19:30:00.000-07:00

IRAA 2009 held at Dagupan City, Pangasinan last February 22-27, 2009 hailed the elementary players from Umingan District, representing Pangasinan II, as the IRAA Champions for the Elementary Basketball Boys. The team bested Pangasinan I in the finals to take home the championships. The team was composed of Mark Chipson Dimaya, Francis Jasmin, Geron Gualon, Edross Vallecer, Michael Ryan Balmores, Lynus John Medios, Kevin Pescador, Jed Aione Barrientos, Chean Keneth Balmores, Wilmer Pasamic, Wesley Aguilar, and Christian R. Bumactao. The team was trained by Allen Francisco C. Collado and coached by Jonathan O. Pablo.

Prado National High School Volleyball Girls Spiking a Silver Victory at IRAA!!

2009-03-10T18:50:00.000-07:00

The recently concluded Ilocos Region Athletic Association (IRAA) last February 27, 2009 held at Dagupan City, Pangasinan, paved way for a Silver Medal for the Volleyball Girls of Prado National High School, who represented Pangasinan II Division. The team composed of Jelynne A. Olinares, Mary Ann D. Gavina, Aiko Sweet B. Urdas (to play in the Palarong Pambansa 2009 in Tacloban City), Rhea R. Rivera, Marissa D. Marcelo, Jessica L. Nardo, Angelica D. Novisio, Joana E. Rivera and Jacqueline V. Dado bagged the Championships in the Divisional Meet (held at Tayug, Pangasinan) and in the Congressional Meet (held at San Quintin, Pangasinan) prior to the IRAA Meet. The team was accompanied by Teacher and Team Coach Reynaldo G. Carvajal Ms. Vicky Perez.

Masagana Farmers' Association Recieves Financial Assistance from LGU Umingan

2009-02-12T19:21:00.000-08:00

Showing its continuous support to the community especially to our hard-working farmers, Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, CE-GE representing the Local Government of Umingan has extended a financial assistance to the MASAGANA FARMERS' ASSOCIATION of Brgy. Prado amounting to P29,380.00 to provide Nursery House Materials and Hybrid Seeds such as sitaw, ampalaya, green pepper, talong and kamatis for the association. MASAGANA FARMERS' ASSOCIATION is headed by Alejandro J. Signey II (Chairman), Romeo Fernandez (Vice-Chairman), Dr. Rogelio V. Signey (Board of Director), Joey Gatchalian (Board of Director), Fidela Fernandez (Board of Director), Teodoro Panit (Board of Director), Don Cudal (Secretary), Darius Ibañez (Business Manager), Laurencio Panit (Member), Ricardo Panit (Member), Promencio Pelovello (Member), Mario Obra (Member) Jaime Lamigo (Member) and Dominador Manangan (Member).

LGU-Umingan's Medical Mission

2009-02-06T03:21:00.000-08:00

The Rotary Club of Urdaneta North together with the Rotary Club of Tarlac and in cooperation of the Local Government of Umingan headed by Mayor Eldred P. Tumbocon, its Rural Health Units and Barangay Officials of Brgy. Alo-o, Brgy. Maseil-seil and Brgy. Carosalesan have successfully launched a Medical Mission which was held at the Barangay Plaza of Brgy. Alo-o. The constituents of these three Barangays were given free medical check-ups such as ECG, Blood Count Glocuse, consultations and free medicines. The Medical Mission was attended by more than two hundred people from the beneficiaries barangays.

Mass Wedding 2009

2009-02-06T03:14:00.000-08:00

Last January 25, 2009, the annual Mass Wedding at the Municipal Gymnsium was a success! This yearly event is in accordance to the Municipal Ordinance No. 1, S-1998 with the help and coordination of the Sangguniang Bayan and our Local Chief Executive, Hon. Eldred P. Tumbocon, CG-GE, forty-six (46) couples were joined by virtue of marriage. This annual event takes place during the last Sunday of January with the corresponding submission and processing of papers two weeks prior to it. The author of the said Municipal Ordinance was then Municipal Councilor Eldred P. Tumbocon, now our Municipal Mayor.

UNHS Payak Street Dancers to perform at Penagbenga Grand Street Parade

2009-02-06T03:01:00.000-08:00

And they did it again! The Umingan National High School (UNHS) Payak Street Dancers are on a roll after winning yet again in the recently concluded Street Dancing Competition during the Pozzorubio Town Fiesta held last January 13, 2009. They battled it out against nine (9) other groups hailing from different municipalities in Pangasinan. This is a good addition to their long line of participation and winnings in street dancing since the Parade of Festivals for the Pista'y Dayat 2007 (May 1, 2007), Galicayo Festival 2007 of Manaoag (December 9, 2007) - 3rd Place, Bangus Festival of Dagupan 2008 (April 26, 2008) - 3rd Place, and Galicayo Festival 2008 of Manaoag (December 14, 2008) - 1st Runner-Up. The UNHS Payak Street Dancers are also one of the eight (out of thirty six groups) chosen to perform and compete in the upcoming Panagbenga Grand Street Parade this 28th of February at Baguio City, so go and watch as the UNHS Payak Street Dancers represents our beloved municipality!

3rd Placer Best LGU Provincial Nutrition Program Award

2009-02-06T02:52:00.000-08:00

Umingan placed 3rd in the Annual Best LGU Provincial Nutrition Program Award along side Burgos which placed 2nd and Calasiao which took the 1st spot. The Municipality was given due honor, recognition and cash prize for its exemplary performance and support to the Nutrition Program following the success of Nutrition Programs launched which have considerably improved the nutrition level within the municipality through the effective implementation of home, school, and community food production, food assistance, food fortification, micronutrient supplementation, nutrition education, nutrition for maternal child health services and prevent the onset of malnutrition among pre-schoolers and school children.

Umingan, Now A First-Class Municipality

2009-02-06T02:07:00.000-08:00

In Memorandum Circular No. 01-M (58)-08, Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF) announced the re-classification of this second-class town into a first-class municipality. The Municipality of Umingan is now classified as a FIRST CLASS MUNICIPALITY. The re-classification was based on the trends and patterns reflected in the Financial Statements of the Municipality of Umingan for Calendar Years 2004-2007, as certified by the Commission on Audit, in light of the objectives and purposes of the LGU income classification, the Department of Finance issued Department Order No. 23-08, dated July 29, 2008, prescribing the new income bracket scheme for LGUs. To be classified as a first class municipality, an LGU should have an average annual income of 55 million or more.