Powering Progress: Valenzuela City Rolls Out Largest EV Fleet for Police and Government Use
Building on the momentum of the initiative’s launch on December 10, 2024, Valenzuela is now the first city in the Philippines to deploy the largest number of electric vehicles for police operations. A total of thirty-five (35) EVs were allocated to the Valenzuela City Police Station (VCPS), while six (6) new EVs were designated for use by various government offices — a major milestone in the city’s ongoing transition to clean energy.
This pioneering move is made possible through a partnership with ACMobility and BYD Philippines, driving the adoption of sustainable transport solutions that benefit both the environment and public service delivery. By replacing traditional gasoline-powered police vehicles with energy-efficient EVs, the city government is set to save hundreds of millions of pesos in fuel and maintenance costs over the long term. Beyond the economic benefits, this shift significantly reduces the city’s carbon footprint — proving that fiscal responsibility and climate action can go hand in hand.
By aiming to be the first LGU in the Philippines with the largest fleet of EV police cars and the most extensive network of government and public charging stations — strategically located along NLEX, MacArthur Highway, and Mindanao Avenue — Valenzuela City positions itself as a torchbearer for sustainability and innovation in the country.
Allotting a budget of PHP 75,768,000.00 through the assistance of Senator Win Gatchalian’s Office, the first fleet of EVs were turned over to VCPS and other government offices in order to equip them with reliable and cost-efficient mobility units and ensure police operations and efficient delivery of public service. Each electric vehicle features a maximum power of 150kW (95 horsepower), a battery capacity of 44.9 kWh, and a range of 405 km. Proving its energy efficiency, electric vehicles can charge from 10 to 80% in around 30 minutes. This vehicle also has anti-theft equipment, regenerative braking, and an electronic stability program; certifying its efficiency for police use.
Alongside, the Valenzuela LGU also unveiled the Valenzuela EV Charging Station located at the ALERT Center. This marks the first among the 13 city-owned EV charging stations that will soon be established at the Valenzuela City Hall and nearby several 3S Centers across the city. 5 new ACMobility EV Charging Stations are also slated to open in Valenzuela City.
Mayor WES Gatchalian was joined by guests of honor Senator WIN Gatchalian, Secretary Juanito Victor Remulla of the Department of the Interior & Local Government and former Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto to witness the ceremonial turnover of the electric vehicles.
In his message, Mayor WES expounds on the benefits of adopting electric-powered vehicles in the economy and public health. “Electric vehicles offer a cleaner alternative. This will also complement our City Ordinance No. 525, Series of 2018, aptly titled the “Environment Code of Valenzuela City,” which serves as a guiding framework for our environmental efforts. By adopting EVs, we set an example for industries, proving that “progress and sustainability are not mutually exclusive” but, in fact, intertwined, while still providing the same quality service to our constituents.”
Also present during the ceremony were BYD Cars Philippines Managing Director Mr. Bob Palanca, Northern Police District Director PBGEN. Josefino Ligan, VCPS Chief of Police PCOL. Nixon Cayaban, and other city officials.
The newly unveiled EV Charging Station at the ALERT Center is the first of 17 city-owned charging hubs that will soon be installed across Valenzuela, including key locations such as City Hall and several 3S Centers. In addition, a new wave of ACMobility Charging Stations is set to open in the city — expanding EV infrastructure and making sustainable mobility more accessible for both government operations and the general public.
The “Go Green Valenzuela” program embodies the city’s dual mission: to strengthen public safety through modernized police mobility and to foster a cleaner, healthier environment for future generations of Pamilyang Valenzuelano. It’s not just a shift in transportation — it’s a forward-thinking investment in sustainability, savings, and service excellence.
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Valenzuela City Strengthens Public Safety with New Police Vehicles, Launches ValPLEX for Faster License Plate Release
The city government allocated approximately PhP 49 million to acquire 40 new motorcycles and 25 brand-new police vehicles. These additions will bolster the Valenzuela City Police's mobility, enabling faster response times and reinforcing law enforcement presence throughout the city's streets and neighborhoods. This initiative is a critical step in strengthening the city's public safety framework and ensuring swift action against crime, thus making Valenzuela a more liveable city.
Alongside the vehicle turnover, Mayor WES Gatchalian introduced ValPLEX, a pioneering initiative designed to expedite the release of vehicle license plates. Implemented in coordination with the Office of Councilor Sel Sabino-Sy and in collaboration with the LTO, ValPLEX aims to eliminate long delays in the issuance of license plates for motorists. Initially, the initiative focused on government-owned vehicles and is now extending its services to the Tricycle Operators and Drivers' Association (TODA) in Valenzuela City. During the launch, 2,761 license plates were successfully distributed to TODA members, marking a milestone in the program’s rollout.
Mayor WES shared the city government's aspiration in turning the city safer and more secure through its Valenzuelife campaign. He hopes that every Valenzuela family will have peace of mind in living in the city and be given a life free from any danger. “Binibigyan po natin ng prayoridad ang peace and order [sa lungsod ng Valenzuela]. Sana po ay dumating panahon na kapag tinawag na Valenzuelife, ay panatag po ang loob ng ating mga anak na galing sa eskwela at mga asawa na galing sa trabaho na sila’y ligtas–na kapag sila’y naglalakad man sa looban ay hindi sila nangangamba dahil visible ang ating kapulisan,” He stated. [We prioritize peace and order in Valenzuela City. We hope that there will come a time, when we say Valenzuelife, our children coming from school and our spouses coming from work are ensured with security—that when they walk in the neighborhood, they will not be worried because the police forces visibility]
Further demonstrating the city’s commitment to social welfare, the local government also handed over seven (7) Chikiting Food Patrol vehicles to the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO). These vehicles, funded by incentives from the city's Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG) award in 2023, will be deployed to various barangays to support the city’s K to 6 feeding programs and combat child malnutrition. By bringing nutritious food directly to young beneficiaries, Valenzuela continues to uphold its mission of promoting health and well-being for all its residents.
The event was graced by key government officials, including Senator Francis Tolentino, LTO Chief Atty. Vigor Mendoza II, LTO-Valenzuela’s Jhonny Dog-e, DILG Valenzuela Director Sudi Valencia, Vice Mayor Lorie Natividad-Borja, City Councilors, Valenzuela City Chief of Police PCOL Nixon Cayaban, CSWDO Chief on Social Welfare Operations Dorothy Evangelista, and Valenzuela City Transportation Office Head Jay Valenzuela.
With these initiatives, Valenzuela City continues to set the bar for innovative and proactive governance, ensuring a safer, more efficient, well-serviced, and liveable community for all its residents.
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Valenzuela LGU, DTI Educate Market Violators
Emphasizing the significance that all market transactions are fair and transparent, benefiting both the consumers and vendors, Committee Chairman on Market and Slaughterhouse, Councilor Ghogo Deato Lee spearheaded the discussion on the New Market Code Ordinance of Valenzuela City. He stressed that violating the ordinance has consequences for non-compliance. The ordinance imposes fines ranging from ₱5,000 to ₱15,000 on vendors or establishments found using tampered or non-compliant weighing devices.
Meanwhile, DTI Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau Mr. Joel Buag highlighted the policies and laws related to consumer protection and fair trade practices, specifically the Timbangan ng Bayan or the Republic Act 11706 authored by Mayor WES during his term as Congressman.
In his message, Mayor WES Gatchalian reminded the market vendors to observe and follow the said national law, “Ipinaglaban ko po iyan (Timbangan ng Bayan) hindi lang para sa Valenzuela kundi para sa buong Pilipinas…. Sana po, bilang dito po ako nanunungkulan at nakatira (sa Valenzuela) sana dito natin maging example na maganda sa Valenzuela.“
Some 74 non-compliant weighing scales were confiscated last March 17-18 from various markets in the City during Operation Timbangan conducted by the City Treasurer’s Office, LEDIPO, Consumer Welfare Unit. The owners may retrieve these weighing scales upon payment of the administrative penalty, recalibration of the weighing scales, and secure the seal.
Furthermore, Mayor WES also conducted a surprise inspection at the Marulas Public Market and checked if the rice retailers were adhering to the Department of Agriculture's Administrative Circular No. 05, Series of 2025, which sets the Maximum Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for imported rice (5% broken) at ₱49.00 per kilo.
In support of the national directives, the City Government of Valenzuela will start selling NFA rice at a maximum of 10 kilograms per consumer starting next week. According to Mayor WES, about 1000 kilograms to 3000 kilograms will be sold at the selected 3S Centers in Valenzuela City.
Also present during the dialogue were the Department of Trade and Industry Consumer Protection and Advocacy Bureau, Ms. Carlina Josue, LEDIPO Officer-in-Charge Ms. Janina Bautista, City Treasurer Ms. Adelia Soriano, and Marulas Punong Barangay Cocoy Espino.
Raising awareness of fair trade practices reinforces the City's commitment to protecting both the consumers and market owners – encouraging them to comply with the law to avoid penalties in the future.
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Valenzuela LGU, Valenzuela Host Lions Club Team Up for Sight for Kids Philippines and Eskwelasugan Medical and Dental Caravan
Elementary students from the Antonio Serapio Elementary School at Barangay Ugong received free prescription eyeglasses and free medical and dental check-ups in the tie-up project called “Sight for Kids Philippine and Eskwelasugan Medical and Dental Caravan” by City Government and Valenzuela Host Lions Club.
Sight for Kids Philippines is an annual eye-health program of the Valenzuela Host Lions Club, the Valenzuela branch of Lions Clubs International — a network of volunteers that work together to serve the needs and challenges of the community as part of its humanitarian service. In the Sight for Kids program funded by Johnson & Johnson, elementary students receive free vision screening and refraction services, as well as prescription glasses, to promote better eyesight for the learners.
Among 2,542 vision-screened individuals, 118 students of Antonio Serapio Elementary School with identified vision problems were granted pairs of prescription eyeglasses. Special cases concerning eye health were also catered to by the Valenzuela Host Lions Club. In totality, the Sight for Kids program provided 436 pairs of prescription glasses for students across Valenzuela elementary schools.
Simultaneously, the City Government of Valenzuela also deployed its Eskwelasugan Medical and Dental Vans which offer free health services to the students as part of ensuring their overall well-being. The Eskwelasugan Medical Van provides free check-ups, medicines, and supplementary feeding for the beneficiaries. Meanwhile, the Dental Van conducts oral health check-ups, tooth extraction, and fluoride application services.
In his message, Mayor WES Gatchalian recognizes the importance of clear and healthy eyesight in the students’ learning and extends his gratitude to the city government’s project partner, Valenzuela Host Lions Club, for its valuable aid to the community and for bringing forth quality education for the Valenzuelanos.
Also gracing the ceremonial turnover of prescription glasses were Vice Mayor Lorie Natividad-Borja, Mrs. Tiffany Gatchalian, Valenzuela Host Lions Club President Ms. Gina Santiago, Former Lions Clubs President Ms. Cora Del Rosario, SFK Grant Administrator Ms. Sammay Yuquico, Council Chairman Mr. Gil Mostoles, District Governor Mr. Marco Soriano, and DepEd SDS Mr. Noel Bagano.
The City Government of Valenzuela recognizes its crucial role in equipping students with their needs and ensuring their overal health through extensive partnerships made with organizations — as a means of promoting quality and inclusive education for the Valenzuelano youth.
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Valenzuela City Launches “Valenzuelife” Initiative
The City Government of Valenzuela launched “This is the life, Valenzuelife,” a liveability initiative that demarcates future projects the current administration has in store for Valenzuela City. The Valenzuelife launch took off with a grand celebration accompanied by live performances by special guests such as Maki, Alyssa Muhlach, and Meiji Cruz at the Valenzuela City People’s Park Amphitheater.
“This is the life, Valenzuelife!” underscores the beauty of living in Valenzuela — from its quality and inclusive education, the ease of doing business, housing projects, social welfare initiatives, peace and order advantage, to recreational parks and open spaces, to name a few. These projects are focused on infrastructure and programs that enrich the quality of life of Valenzuelano.
During the launching, Mayor WES Gatchalian officially introduced “This is the life, Valenzuelife!” through a video encapsulating all the projects that Valenzuelanos can look forward to in his administration. These include the new Finance and Legislative Center, the three new Valenzuela Academic Center for Excellence, the Children’s Park, the Jardin de Memoria, and the soon to open Valenzuela Health Medical Center, among others.
Aside from laying the groundwork for these projects underway, the launch of Valenzuelife also sets the tone and inspiration for the type of governance that will be evident over the course — which is to boost local tourism, improve the living conditions of the city, accelerate programs, and provide more reasons to stay in Valenzuela City.
Valenzuela City has come so far — from once a quaint provincial town during colonial times, the City is now regarded as one of the country’s highly urbanized and globally competitive cities; a growth that is very apparent because of the leadership of the local chief executive who took a progressive direction for the City.
THE NEW AND SOON-TO-OPEN PROJECTS
Government Facilities
The New Finance Center
The New Legislative Center
The New People’s Center
3S Center Veinte Reales
Education
3 New Valenzuela Academic Center for Excellence in Barangays Mapulang Lupa, Marulas, and Gen. T. De Leon
New Uniforms for Elementary and High School
Newly Rehabilitated Child Development Centers
Newly Rehabilitated Alternative Learning System (ALS) Center
Valenzuela City Technological College (ValTech)
The New Central Kitchen
Health, Cleanliness, and Orderliness
The New Valenzuela City Emergency Hospital with Annex Building and Multi-Level Parking
Valenzuela Health Medical Center
Balai Banyuhay
63 New Dump Trucks
Valenzuela Boardwalk
Social Welfare
DotBot
Tapcart and Negocart
Parks and Events Spaces
Museo ni Dr. Pio Valenzuela
Paw Park
Skate Park
Casa de Polo
Dalandanan WES Events Space
Lawang Bato Events Space
WES Events Space Canumay West
Valenzuela Children’s Park
Peace and Order
Swat Vans
New Electric Police Vehicles for PNP Valenzuela/Go Green Valenzuela
New Motorcycles for Police
New Streetlights and CCTV
The Valenzuela Quick Response Center
Disaster Preparedness
V-ALERT
2 New Mobile Shower
33 New Fiber Boats
33 New Fire Trucks
2 New Mobile Water Filtration
Housing
Disiplina Village Arkong Bato
Progreso Village Marulas
Sports Facilities
WES Arena
WES Aquatic Center
Jardin De Memoria (Memorial Park)
Valenzuela Dengue Cases Sustained Downward Trend
The sustained downward trend is attributed to the collective efforts of the city and other stakeholders with a strong emphasis on the practice of the 4S strategies. Particularly, the Search and Destroy activities of potential breeding sites of the mosquito vector in all barangays, and intensified in the 10 barangays where most cases were noted.
With this, the City Government of Valenzuela through its City Health Office (CHO), hopes to further the decrease of cases as the CHO continuously monitors and evaluates the strategies implemented which aim to be designed to the community’s needs and dynamics for it to become effective and efficient.
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Valenzuela City Opens Doors for the Newly Renovated Arkong Bato Child Development Center
Allotting a total budget of 2.3 million for the rehabilitation works, the City of Valenzuela officially opens the newly renovated Arkong Bato Child Development Center. Mayor WES Gatchalian spearheaded the blessing and ribbon-cutting ceremonies along with CSWDO Chief on Social Welfare Operations, Ms. Dorothy Evangelista, and barangay officials of Arkong Bato.
With a lot area of 144 sq.m and a floor area of 70 sq.m., the revamped Child Development Center (CDC) at Barangay Arkong Bato was transformed to become more learning-conducive for Valenzuelano learners at the tender age of 3 to 5 years old. Along with the reconstruction of the building facility, it is also equipped with well-lit and airconditioned rooms, play areas, kid-friendly restrooms and fixtures, and other dedicated spaces in the classroom for arts and crafts, story-telling, reading, and music & poetry.
The center is also decorated with colorful artwork and other educational charts that inspire creativity and boost learning among young learners. The overall rehabilitation of the facilities is designed in accordance with the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) standards.
The Arkong Bato Child Development was among the 28 fully-renovated Child Development Centers in Valenzuela City, which followed the recent opening of the new CDCs in Barangay Gen. T. de Leon and Barangay Malinta (Balubaran I & II).
The City Government of Valenzuela recognizes the cruciality of daycare centers in children’s early development. With the vision of fostering young, developing minds, Valenzuela City is committed to its endeavors to further improve learning facilities and provide for every need of each and every Valenzuelano learner.
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Valenzuela, Synergeia Empower Parents Through Nanay-Tatay Teacher + Parenting Camp
The Nanay-Tatay Teacher + Parenting Camp is one of the components of the multi-awarded Education 360 Degrees Investment Program. Held annually, the parenting camp aims to empower and equip parents on how to teach and discipline their child. Furthermore, the program highlights their significant role as a parent to boost their children's academic performances.
The parents were taught positive discipline methods, various parenting techniques, and were provided with essential learning materials and modules to further encourage learning at home.
Selected 400 parents from Districts 1 and 2 underwent the parenting camp administered by the Synergeia Foundation. They were then tasked to train co-parents at their respective schools. This year, about 12,000 daycare parents, 63,000 elementary parents, and 53,000 high school parents are targeted for the parenting camp.
As an incentive for the parents’ 100% participation rate, the City Government of Valenzuela will reward these parents and their schools through equipment needed for their school such as computers, laptops, television, and LCD projector, among others.
Meanwhile, Mayor WES and Mayoress Tiffany Gatchalian personally visited and participated during the camp, where the local chief executive shared his insights about his children using gadgets.
Introduced in 2014, the Nanay-Tatay Teacher + Parenting camp has gathered close to one million parents actively and enthusiastically participating in the program.
Early this year, Valenzuela City won its 6th Seal of Good Education Governance, a testament of the city's unwavering dedication to continuously uplifting its education.
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Valenzuela City Brings Environmental Compliance Closer to Valenzuelanos with EMB-NCR Permitting on Wheels
This three-day mobile permitting service aims to provide accessible and efficient processing of environmental permits for businesses and individuals. EMPOWER offers on-the-spot assistance for new applications and renewals of key permits, including the Environmental Compliance Certificate, Certificate of Non-Coverage, Waste Water Discharge Permit, Permit To Operate, Hazardous Waste Generator ID, and Pollution Control Officer Accreditation.
Through this initiative, Valenzuelanos can experience a seamless and hassle-free way of securing their environmental permits, eliminating the need for long travel and tedious processing times. This effort aligns with the city’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly and environmentally responsible community.
Key officials from DENR, EMB-NCR, and the City Government of Valenzuela attended the launch event, along with representatives from various business sectors and environmental stakeholders.
Valenzuela City remains steadfast in its mission to integrate environmental responsibility with ease of doing business. With EMPOWER, the city continues to set the standard for proactive and sustainable governance.
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Valenzuela City Celebrates Arts Month with the Annual Visual Arts Festival
National Arts Month is celebrated every February in the Philippines — following Presidential Proclamation No. 683, signed in 1991 — to promote and popularize the country’s artistic creations. In 2015, through the City CATDO, Valenzuela City started celebrating the Arts Festival, gathering Valenzuelanos and different art groups, providing a space to showcase and highlight their talents.
This year, in partnership with the Valenzuela Visual Arts Society (Valenzuela-based visual art group), the Annual Visual Arts Festival features an Inspiring Talk from Mr. Badz Magsumbol with the theme, “Navigating Your Art Path: Skill, Differentiation, and Relevance,” Art Exhibit, Live Demo, Freedom Wall, and Art Booths that comprises of stickers, keychains, bag charms, pins, and crochet items handcrafted by the local Valenzuelano artists. Moreover, Mr. Percy Denolo creatively performed mud art before the event ended.
The festival also includes contests in three (3) different categories: the VALIANT Digital Art Contest, the On-the-Spot Poster Making Contest, and the Tote Bag Painting Contest. The three (3) VALIANT Digital Art Contest winners received One by Wacom Pen Tablet and different cash prizes. Moreover, three (3) On-the-Spot Poster Making Contest winners received art materials from I Heart Art Manila and various cash prizes. At last, the Tote Bag Painting Contest winner received a Cafe Haraya Tote Bag and an Umbrella. Aking Pinta and SkyShare Labs also contributed a generous
Out of the 45 VALIANT Digital Art, 65 On-the-Spot Poster Making, and 33 Tote Bag Painting participants, these are Valenzuelano artists who excelled the most:
VALIANT Digital Art Contest
1st Placer - Jhunny Moralde
2nd Placer - Reiner Narcisso
3rd Placer - Lawrance Judavar
On-the-Spot Poster Making Contest
1st Placer - Benedict Benitez
2nd Placer - Deia Barba
3rd Placer - Damiane Manzo
Tote Bag Painting Contest
Winner - Jenny Cubillan
This initiative brings the community together and provides a creative space for the Pamilyang Valenzuelano to showcase, highlight, learn, and explore their love for art.
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