Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron: A Governance that Delivers

Programs and Initiatives of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron

Under the leadership of Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa continues to implement responsive and people-centered programs designed to reach every barangay, especially those in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas.

Bringing Government Closer to the People

Championing accessible governance, Mayor Bayron led the establishment of four Mini City Halls and enhanced satellite clinics in key strategic areas in the city. Through Ugnayan sa Barangay, he brings government services and direct dialogue with constituents to the grassroots level.

UGNAYAN SA BARANGAY PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa strengthens grassroots governance through the Ugnayan sa Barangay Program, a meaningful initiative that brings government services directly to remote and underserved barangays.

Through this program, families receive 8 kilos of rice, while residents also gain access to a wide range of services from various city government offices, including the City Assessor’s Office, City Engineer’s Office, City Agriculture Office, City Building Official’s Office, City Veterinarian’s Office, City Social Welfare and Development Office, City Civil Registrar’s Office, and City Health Office. The program is further supported by partner agencies such as the City PNP, Philippine Navy, Philippine Marines, and other national government agencies.

Ugnayan sa Barangay also serves as a venue for the distribution of ₱3,000 quarterly assistance for beneficiaries of the Senior Citizen Assistance Program, Persons with Disability (PWD) Assistance Program, Solo Parent Assistance Program, and Barangay Tanod Assistance Program.

Through this initiative, the City aims to deliver essential services, expand social assistance, and strengthen government presence in communities across Puerto Princesa.

MINI CITY HALL PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa is improving public service accessibility through the Mini City Hall Program.

Strategically established in the northeast, northwest, southeast, and southwest areas of Puerto Princesa, Mini City Halls bring essential government services closer to residents in far-flung barangays, reducing the need for long-distance travel to the city proper.

Through this initiative, the City aims to deliver government services more efficiently, improve accessibility, and ensure that communities in remote areas receive responsive and convenient public service.

Social Services

Mayor Bayron institutionalized the Caring Program (Mapagkalingang Programa), providing cash assistance to students, senior citizens, persons with disability (PWDs), barangay tanods, educators & non-teaching staff, uniformed personnel, and other key sectors.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa continues to prioritize education and support young Puerto Princesans in their academic journey through the Student Assistance Program.

The program provides financial assistance to students from urban and rural public elementary schools, as well as public high schools, helping ease educational expenses and support families in securing better opportunities for their children.

The Student Assistance Program provides financial aid to elementary students at ₱100 monthly (₱300/quarter) and high school students at ₱200 monthly (₱600/quarter), easing educational expenses and improving access to schooling. 

For the June to December 2025 cycle alone, the program benefitted 46,292 student-beneficiaries, reflecting the City’s sustained investment in accessible and inclusive education.

Through this initiative, the City aims to empower learners, support hardworking families, and strengthen the future of Puerto Princesa by investing in the dreams and success of its youth.

SENIOR CITIZEN ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa continues to honor and support its elderly population through the Senior Citizen Assistance Program, a flagship caring initiative launched in 2013.

Through this program, qualified senior citizens receive quarterly financial assistance to help provide added support, comfort, and dignity in their daily lives.

This initiative reflects the City’s enduring commitment to recognizing the valuable contributions of senior citizens by strengthening their welfare and promoting a more secure and comfortable quality of life for Puerto Princesa’s beloved elderly community.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITY (PWD) ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa continues to promote inclusive social support through the Persons with Disability (PWD) Assistance Program, one of the City’s caring programs.

Through this initiative, qualified persons with disability receive ₱3,000 in quarterly financial assistance to help support their essential needs and improve daily living.

By providing this assistance, the City aims to strengthen social protection, promote inclusivity, and enhance the welfare of persons with disability across Puerto Princesa.

BARANGAY TANOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa continues to recognize the vital role of community safety frontliners through the Barangay Tanod Assistance Program, one of the City’s caring programs.

Through this initiative, qualified Barangay Tanods receive ₱3,000 in quarterly financial assistance in recognition of their dedication and service in maintaining peace, order, and security within their communities.

By providing this support, the City aims to strengthen grassroots public safety, promote community welfare, and honor the valuable contributions of Barangay Tanods across Puerto Princesa.

SOLO PARENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa continues to prioritize inclusive social support through the Solo Parent Assistance Program.

Recognizing the unique challenges faced by solo parents, this initiative forms part of the City’s broader commitment to support vulnerable sectors, alongside senior citizens, students, and persons with disabilities (PWDs).

Qualified solo parents receive ₱3,000 in financial assistance per quarter to help address essential needs and ease daily living expenses.

Through this program, the City aims to provide meaningful support, promote family welfare, and strengthen the well-being of solo parents and their children.

TEACHER ALLOWANCE

The program provides public school teachers with a ₱6,000 quarterly allowance to support their personal needs. This local support initiative has been strengthened under the current administration as part of the city’s broader investment in education and human resource development, complementing national programs of the Department of Education. It helps ease financial pressures, improve well-being, and strengthen teachers’ capacity to focus on delivering quality education.

LAW ENFORCERS ALLOWANCE

The program increases allowances for police officers, fire personnel, and other law enforcement units, with the enhanced ₱6,000 quarterly support implemented under recent city budgets in the mid-2020s. Strengthened under the current administration, the initiative boosts morale and motivation, strengthens performance in the field, and reinforces the city’s commitment to maintaining peace and public safety.

HEMODIALYSIS PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa continues to prioritize healthcare support through the Hemodialysis Patient Assistance Program, one of the City’s Caring Programs.

Institutionalized in 2022 through Ordinance No. 1133, the program provides qualified patient-beneficiaries with ₱1,000 financial assistance per hemodialysis session, helping cover half of the ₱2,000 treatment cost. Eligible patients may receive up to ₱14,000 per month, significantly easing the financial burden of life-sustaining treatment.

Implemented through the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), this initiative aims to support patients requiring regular dialysis, extend access to essential healthcare, and improve the quality of life for Puerto Princesans facing chronic kidney disease.

Preventive Healthcare System

Under his leadership, the City Health Medical Complex was developed to strengthen preventive healthcare and expand access to essential medical services.

CITY HEALTH MEDICAL COMPLEX (PREVENTIVE CARE)

The program delivers centralized, modern, and preventive healthcare services through the City Health Medical Complex, which began operations in early 2026 and was formally commissioned on January 19, 2026. Designed to consolidate City Health Office services under one roof, it reflects the city’s shift toward preventive and accessible healthcare. With expanded diagnostic services, maternal care, and integrated health programs, it enables early disease detection, improves efficiency in service delivery, and promotes a healthier population anchored on the principle that health is wealth and prevention is better than cure.

The program delivers centralized, modern, and preventive healthcare services through the City Health Medical Complex, which began operations in early 2026 and was formally commissioned on January 19, 2026. Designed to consolidate City Health Office services under one roof, it reflects the city’s shift toward preventive and accessible healthcare. With expanded diagnostic services, maternal care, and integrated health programs, it enables early disease detection, improves efficiency in service delivery, and promotes a healthier population anchored on the principle that health is wealth and prevention is better than cure.

ENHANCED SATELLITE CLINICS

The program upgrades and strengthens satellite clinics across barangays to serve as primary care facilities, ensuring that residents in far-flung areas can access consultations, basic treatment, and emergency response services without traveling long distances. Strengthening of barangay-based health services has been a continuing priority in Puerto Princesa over the years, with intensified upgrades under the current administration alongside the city’s shift toward preventive healthcare in the mid-2020s. These clinics are strategically located to reach underserved communities, helping detect illnesses early, reduce transportation costs, and significantly ease the burden on hospitals by managing simple and urgent cases at the community level.

Tourism

Expanding beyond eco-tourism, Mayor Bayron advanced cruise, sports, and MICE tourism to boost the local economy. He also conceptualized the Balayong People’s Park as a shared green space and a distinct city attraction.

MICE TOURISM (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions)

The program supports the hosting of major national and international events, aligned with the Philippines’ push to strengthen the MICE industry in the 2010s and sustained through local government initiatives, with expanded efforts under the current administration in the 2020s. Puerto Princesa has been positioned as a competitive venue for conferences and institutional gatherings, supported by improving infrastructure and coordination with national agencies. This drives business activity, boosts hotel occupancy, and encourages investments that contribute to the city’s growing reputation as a center for professional and corporate events.

SPORTS TOURISM

The program develops and hosts major sporting events that attract athletes and visitors. Puerto Princesa has hosted various local and national competitions over the years, with sports tourism gaining stronger momentum under the current administration in the 2020s, including motocross events and international competitions such as the ICF Dragon Boat World Championships 2024, as well as preparations for the ICF Dragon Boat Club Crew World Championships 2027. These initiatives provide opportunities for youth engagement, stimulate tourism, and promote a culture of health, discipline, and active living in the community.

Youth Development

Recognizing the role of the youth, Mayor Bayron initiated programs such as free music workshops, summer sports clinics, enhanced daycare services, improved library access with transport support, and leadership development initiatives for the youth.

CITY LIBRARY EXTENSION + LIBRENG HATID

The program enhances access to educational resources by expanding the City Library’s operations from the regular Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule to daily service from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with free nighttime transportation for students. Introduced and strengthened under the current administration, the initiative allows learners, especially those from distant barangays, to study more conveniently and safely, promoting equal access to education and a stronger culture of learning.

Infrastructure

Mayor Bayron prioritized farm-to-market roads and climate-resilient infrastructure, improving connectivity while ensuring long-term sustainability and disaster readiness.

INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS (Roads, Streetlights, Street Names, Drainage)

The program continues to implement infrastructure improvements across the city, reflecting the City Government’s strong push to enhance public services and support long-term growth. In recent years, implementation has accelerated through the concreting and opening of roads, installation of streetlights, establishment of proper street identification, and improvement of drainage systems. These projects directly improve mobility, ensure safer and more accessible travel, reduce flooding in communities, and elevate the overall quality of life of residents while strengthening economic activity and supporting the city’s expanding tourism industry.

WHARF DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Under the leadership of Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, the City Government of Puerto Princesa is upgrading port infrastructure in rural communities through the Wharf Development Program.

This initiative involves the conversion of wooden wharves into durable concrete structures in the barangays of Makirawa, Buenavista, and Bagong Bayan, with expansion to other rural areas in the near future. The upgraded wharves will provide safer and more reliable docking facilities for fishing and transport vessels, improving the movement of goods and people.

By strengthening these vital access points, the program aims to enhance livelihoods, boost local economic activity, and improve connectivity across Puerto Princesa’s rural barangays.

Peace and Order

To strengthen community safety, Mayor Bayron supported the establishment of police stations near Mini City Halls, ensuring faster response and a stronger security presence.