ANGELES CITY — Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. officially inaugurated Angeles City’s first locally funded wastewater treatment facility today, June 17, at the Pampang Public Market — a landmark step toward environmental protection and sustainable urban development.
This marks the second wastewater treatment plant established in the city — the first located at the city slaughterhouse, built through a Joint Venture Agreement. Unlike its predecessor, the Pampang facility was financed entirely by the city government under the leadership of Mayor Lazatin.
“This facility reflects our firm commitment to environmental sustainability while ensuring cost-effective solutions for the city,” Mayor Lazatin said during the opening ceremony.
Engineered to convert wastewater into clean, reusable water, the facility is expected to significantly reduce water pollution from the public market. Treated water may be repurposed for non-potable uses such as agricultural irrigation, industrial applications, and general cleaning — a sustainable solution that also lowers government spending on water consumption.
“This is more than just a facility — it’s an investment in public health and responsible water management,” Mayor Lazatin added.
Alongside this development, the city continues to strengthen the enforcement of proper solid waste disposal both at the market and in all 33 barangays, aiming to prevent waste from reaching waterways.
The launch of the new facility reinforces Mayor Lazatin’s environmental agenda and commitment to building a greener, healthier Angeles City since assuming office in 2019.