Angeles City—Mayor Carmelo Lazatin, Jr. is calling on residents to help safeguard the watershed in Barangay Sapangbato here.
The Sapangbato Watershed is the city’s resource to prevent flooding and ensure the availability of clean water.
“I am appealing to all Angeleños to be vigilant and help us protect the Sapangbato Watershed,” Lazatin said. “If you see any illegal activities within the watershed—whether construction or any action that could harm the environment—report it immediately to the city government. The future of our water supply and the safety of our community depends on it.”
In a recent statement, Lazatin underscored the importance of the watershed’s protection, and its vital role in sustaining the city’s environmental balance. The area, which has been designated as non-buildable in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) and Zoning Ordinance, faces the threat of illegal construction activities that could endanger its stability and the safety of Angeleños.
Lazatin also ordered a composite inspection of the Watershed to shut down any ongoing illegal constructions. After the inspection of the team composed of City Engineer’s Office, Office of the City Building Official, City Planning and Development Office, and City Environment and Natural Resources Offices, six business establishments were shut down; while two residential houses were given cease and desist order for their ongoing construction.