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City of Valenzuela
Location
Map of Metro Manila showing the location of Valenzuela.
Government
Region Metro Manila (National Capital Region)
Province
District 1st and 2nd Districts of Valenzuela City
Barangays 32
Income class: 1st class; highly urbanized city
Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian (NPC)
Founded 1623
Cityhood December 30, 1998
Physical characteristics
Area 47.0 km²
Population

     Total (2000)      Density Image File history File links Ph_seal_ncr_valenzuela. ... Image File history File links Map of Metro Manila highlighting the location of Valenzuela City, Philippines. ... For the capital city of the Philippines, see Manila. ... Judiciary Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato Puno Court of Appeals · Sandiganbayan Court of Tax Appeals · Ombudsman Elections Commission on Elections Chairman: Resurreccion Z. Borra 2007 | 2004 | 2001 | 1998 1995 | 1992 | 1987 | 1986 | All Foreign relations Government Website Human rights Other countries Atlas  Politics Portal      Map of the Philippines showing the... For the capital city of the Philippines, see Manila. ... Judiciary Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato Puno Court of Appeals · Sandiganbayan Court of Tax Appeals · Ombudsman Elections Commission on Elections Chairman: Resurreccion Z. Borra 2013 | 2010 | 2007 | 2004 | 2001 | 1998 1995 | 1992 | 1987 | 1986 | All Foreign relations Government Website Human rights Other countries Atlas  Politics Portal      The province (Filipino: lalawigan... Type Lower house Houses House of Representatives House Speaker Jose De Venecia, Jr. ... The Legislative Districts of Valenzuela City, namely the first and second districts, are the representations of the City of Valenzuela in the Philippine House of Representatives. ... A barangay (Tagalog: baranggay , pronounced as ba-rang-gai, gai as in guy), also known by its former name, the barrio, is the smallest local government unit in the Philippines and is the native Filipino term for a village, district or ward. ... Judiciary Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato Puno Court of Appeals · Sandiganbayan Court of Tax Appeals · Ombudsman Elections Commission on Elections 2007 | 2004 | 2001 | 1998 1995 | 1992 | 1986 | All Foreign relations Human rights Other countries Politics Portal      A city (lungsod, sometimes siyudad, in Filipino and Tagalog) is a tier of local... A mayor (from the Latin māior, meaning larger, greater) is the modern title of the highest ranking municipal officer. ... Judiciary Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato Puno Court of Appeals · Sandiganbayan Court of Tax Appeals · Ombudsman Elections Commission on Elections 2007 | 2004 | 2001 | 1998 1995 | 1992 | 1987 | 1986 | All Foreign relations Human rights Political clans Other countriesAtlas  Politics Portal      The Nationalist Peoples Coalition or NPC is a political party... Year 1623 (MDCXXIII) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display the full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar (or a common year starting on Wednesday of the 10-day slower Julian calendar). ... is the 364th day of the year (365th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ... This article is about the physical quantity. ... Square kilometre (U.S. spelling: square kilometer), symbol km², is a decimal multiple of SI unit of surface area square metre, one of the SI derived units. ... Year 2000 (MM) was a leap year starting on Saturday (link will display full 2000 Gregorian calendar). ... Population density per square kilometre by country, 2006 Population density map of the world in 1994. ...


485,433
10,889/km²
Coordinates 14°41'N 120°58'E

The City of Valenzuela (Filipino: Lungsod ng Valenzuela) is one of the cities and municipalities in the Philippines that make up Metro Manila. The city has approximately 500,000 residents and is primarily an industrial and residential suburb of Manila. The North Luzon Expressway passes through the city and out of Metro Manila into the province of Bulacan. Square kilometre (U.S. spelling: square kilometer), symbol km², is a decimal multiple of SI unit of surface area square metre, one of the SI derived units. ... Map of Earth showing lines of latitude (horizontally) and longitude (vertically), Eckert VI projection; large version (pdf, 1. ... For the capital city of the Philippines, see Manila. ... For other meanings of the word, see Manila (disambiguation). ... SM City Pampanga in San Fernando City, Pampanga along Exit 65-San Fernando Exit (click for larger resolution). ... REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES Province of Bulacan Region: Central Luzon (Region III) Capital: Malolos City Founded: 1572 Population: 2000 census—2,234,088 (4th largest) Density—851 per km² (5th highest) Area: 2,625. ...


Valenzuela has a land area of approximately 45 square kilometers. It is bordered by Quezon City and northern Caloocan City to the east, by Malabon City and southern Caloocan City to the south, by Obando in Bulacan to the west, and Meycauayan, also in Bulacan, to the north. Nickname: Map of Metro Manila showing the location of Quezon City Coordinates: 14°38 N, 121°2 E Country Philippines Region National Capital Region Districts 1st to 4th districts of Quezon City Barangays 142 Incorporated (town) October 12, 1939 (as Balintawak) Incorporated (city) October 12, 1939 Government  - Mayor Feliciano Sonny... The City of Caloocan, (Filipino: Lungsod ng Kalookan; alternative spelling: Kalookan City), is one of the cities and municipalities that make up Metro Manila in the Philippines. ... The City of Malabon is one of the cities and municipalities in the Philippines that make up Metro Manila. ... Obando is a third class municipality in the province of Bulacan, Philippines. ... REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES Province of Bulacan Region: Central Luzon (Region III) Capital: Malolos City Founded: 1572 Population: 2000 census—2,234,088 (4th largest) Density—851 per km² (5th highest) Area: 2,625. ... Meycauayan is a 1st class urban municipality in the province of Bulacan, Philippines. ...


Since becoming a city in 1998, Valenzuela’s economy has flourished and its population has swelled significantly. Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ...

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City Name

Valenzuela means “little Valencia” in Spanish, and is also the surname Dr. Pio Valenzuela, a Filipino physician and patriot who was among the leaders of the Katipunan that started the Philippine Revolution against Spain after which the city was named. Look up Valencia in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. ... Pio Valenzuela (July 11, 1869-April 6, 1956) was a Filipino physician and patriot who was among the leaders of the Katipunan that started the Philippine Revolution against Spain. ...


Valenzuela as a Gateway

An eight-lane section of the expressway, this was taken in Valenzuela City going northbound.
An eight-lane section of the expressway, this was taken in Valenzuela City going northbound.

Two major highways traverse Valenzuela City - the MacArthur Highway and the North Luzon Expressway. The proximity of the North Luzon Expressway to the city center makes Valenzuela a northern gateway to Metro Manila and a choice location for business. Image File history File linksMetadata Download high resolution version (881x588, 215 KB) Licensing I, the creator of this work, hereby release it into the public domain. ... Image File history File linksMetadata Download high resolution version (881x588, 215 KB) Licensing I, the creator of this work, hereby release it into the public domain. ... SM City Pampanga in San Fernando City, Pampanga along Exit 65-San Fernando Exit (click for larger resolution). ...


Public transportation within the city, like in most of the urban areas in the Philippines, is facilitated mostly using inexpensive jeepneys and buses. Tricycles are used for short distances, while Taxi cabs are used by the upper middle class to navigate any course. Jeepneys are a popular means of public transportation in the Philippines. ...


City Government

Like other cities in the Philippines, Valenzuela City is governed by a Mayor and Vice Mayor who are elected to three-year terms. The Mayor is the executive head and leads the city's departments in executing the city ordinances and improving public services. The Vice Mayor heads a legislative council consisting of 15 members: 6 Councilors from the First District, 6 Councilors from the Second District, the President of the Sangguniang Kabataan (Youth Council) Federation, representing the youth sector, and the President of the Association of Barangay Chairmen (ABC) as barangay sectoral representative. The council is in charge of creating the city's policies in the form of Ordinances and Resolutions. A city (lungsod, sometimes siyudad, in Filipino) is a tier of local government in the Philippines. ...


Mayors of Valenzuela City

  • Sherwin `Win' T. Gatchalian, (June 30, 2004)-
  • Jose Emmanuel `Bobbit' L. Carlos,(June 30, 1995)-(June 30, 2004)
  • Santiago `Santy' De Guzman,(June 30, 1992)-(June 30, 1995)

Vice Mayors of Valenzuela City

  • Eric Martinez ,(June 30, 2007)-
  • Antonio Espiritu ,(June 30, 2001)-(June 30, 2007)
  • Ernesto De Guzman,(June 30, 1998)-(June 30, 2001)
  • Evelyn De Guzman,(June 30, 1995)-(June 30, 1998)
  • Jose Emmanuel Carlos,(June 30, 1992)-(June 30, 1995)

Districts and barangays

Valenzuela is composed of 32 barangays which are grouped into two congressional districts, and two legislative districts. Legislative District 1 contains 23 barangays in the northern half of the city, while legislative District 2 occupies the 9 barangays in the southern portion of the city. A barangay (Tagalog: baranggay , pronounced as ba-rang-gai, gai as in guy), also known by its former name, the barrio, is the smallest local government unit in the Philippines and is the native Filipino term for a village, district or ward. ... A congressional district is an electoral constituency that elects a single member of a congress. ...

District 1

  • Arkong Bato
  • Balangkas
  • Bignay
  • Bisig
  • Canumay
  • Coloong
  • Dalandanan
  • Isla
  • Lawang Bato
  • Lingunan
  • Mabolo
  • Malanday
  • Malinta
  • Palasan
  • Pariancillo Villa
  • Pasolo
  • Poblacion
  • Pulo
  • Punturin
  • Rincon
  • Tagalag
  • Veinte Reales
  • Wawang Pulo

District 2

  • Gen. T. De Leon
  • Karuhatan
  • Bagbaguin
  • Mapulang Lupa
  • Marulas
  • Maysan
  • Parada
  • Paso de Blas
  • Ugong

Education

The city government prides itself in giving free education to its quality free education to its constituents through its primary, secondary and tertiary schools .


Valenzuela City has many colleges and universities, like the city-owned Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela and Valenzuela City Polythecnic College. There are also privately-owned academic institutions include the Our Lady Of Fatima University.


Health

Valenzuela City provides medical missions and free medical operations in the city. There are numerous hospitals in Valenzuela City , one of the public hospital in Valenzuela is Valenzuela City Emergency Hospital & Valenzuela City General Hospital . There are also privately owned Fatima Medical Center. Other private hospitals such as Calalang General Hospital and Santissimo Rosario General Hospital


VC Cares Program

A health and social welfare service delivery system which promotes self-reliance within a caring society.The VC Cares Program is designed for individuals who are unable to provide for themselves health care and basic necessities or meet special emergency situations of need. While health care service and financial assistance are generally the forms of assistance given, these may be supplemented by other forms of assistance, as well as problem-solving and referral services. Appropriate referrals may be made to other agencies or institutions where complementary services may be obtained.


Shopping Centers

On November 2005, SM Supercenter Valenzuela was inaugurated. Other shopping sites such as Puregold Valenzuela, and the newly renovated South Supermarket, compete with the largest chain of malls in the Philippines. SM Supercenter Valenzuela is a part of a chain of malls owned and operated by SM Prime Holdings, Inc. ...


SM Valenzuela also build in this place located at Karuhatan


Banking

Almost all of the major commercial banks in the Philippines operate a branch in the city. Major banks was operated in the city of more than one branch. At this time, there are 50 banking institutions offer banking services to businesses and residents. Most of these are concentrated in Barangay Karuhatan, Marulas and Malinta For other uses, see Bank (disambiguation). ...


Utilities and Communications

Valenzuela's source of electricity is part of the Manila Electric Company or Meralco. Water supply for the city is supplied by the Maynilad Water. Valenzuela's communication system is powered by the Philippine Long Distance Telephone company, Globe Telecom, Bayan Telecommunications Corporation (BayanTel) and others. Cellular network in the Philippines particularly the metropolitan areas is increasing rapidly together with the low cost of calls and text messaging. Such big companies that control the cellular networks in the Philippines and Valenzuela itself are Globe Telecom, Smart Communications (PLDT) and Sun Cellular from Digitel. Cable television access is provided by SkyCable, Home Cable and Global Destiny. Internet Digital Subscriber Line or DSL coverage is provided by PLDT, cable internet is serviced by Sky Cable's ZPDee and Global Destiny. Wireless broadband is provided by Globeliness Broadband and Smart Communications. The Manila Electric Company (PSE: MER and MERB), also known as MERALCO, is the Philippines largest distributor of electrical power. ... For the capital city of the Philippines, see Manila. ... For the Manitoba-based MMDS service also called SkyCable, please see SkyCable (Manitoba). ... DSL redirects here. ...


Landmarks and attractions

Residence of Dr. Pio Valenzuela - Dr. Pio Valenzuela was part of the triumvirate, along with Andres Bonifacio and Emilio Jacinto, that composed the Katipunan, and was one of the founders of Ang Kalayaan — the official organ of the movement. He was born on July 11, 1869 in this house along Velilla Street in Barangay Pariancillo Villa.


Bell Tower of San Diego De Alcala Church - The Church of San Diego de Alcala was built in 1632 by the people of Polo. Residents were taken to forced labor to complete the church after the town gained its independence through Father Juan Taranco and Don Juan Monsod. The belfry and entrance arch, which are over four centuries old, are the only parts of the edifice that remain to this day. The main structure was destroyed by bombs during the Japanese occupation. Residents of Barangays Polo and Poblacion celebrate the Feast Day of San Diego de Alcala on the 12th of November every year.


Arkong Bato - Literally, Arkong Bato is an arch of stone along M.H Del Pilar Street, built by the Americans in 1910. The arch then marked the boundary between the provinces of Rizal and Bulacan.In the olden days, M.H Del Pilar was the primary road leading to Northern Luzon before MacArthur Highway was opened.


Museo ng Valenzuela -To date, it is in the 3rd phase of construction. The original museum of Valenzuela was the house where Dr. Pio Valenzuela, a hero in the struggle of freedom against Spain and in whose memory the old town of Polo was renamed, was born and saw the best years of his life. This same house was burned recently.


National Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima -The National Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima, the center of the Fatima apostolate in the country, was declared a tourist site in 1982 by the Deptartment of Tourism and a pilgrimage shrine this year by the Diocese of Malolos.


Valenzuela City Convention Center This is the center of performing arts of Valenzuela . This facility also caters to various events such as plays, concerts, shows, exhibits and seminars. Valenzuela City is one of the cities and municipalities that comprise Metro Manila in the Philippines. ...


Valenzuela City Hall The city hall surrounding many city government agencies and offices, and open areas, and it was located in the heart of the city. It was built in 1967


Valenzuela City Government Center A One stop shop. Faster, more convenient service. Bigger, more comfortable taxpayer’s lounge. Located on a 2,227.5sq. meters lot along McArthur Highway, the three-storey building will house all revenue-generating offices such as the City Treasury and the Business Permits and Licensing Office (BPLO) The new taxpayers lounge will not have drawers and tables inside the offices. There will be a Customer Complaints Desk to handle all queries such as assessment and billing. All complaints and questions received are logged by the Customer Complaints Action Officer, as well as the corresponding action taken on such complaints and or questions


Fiscal Management

1.) Income

  • The City Government posted higher income in 2005 with a total collection of P 1.245 Billion, against P 1.018 Billion in 2004. There is an increase of P 227 Million in income. This increase is a combined result of extensive tax collection efforts, vigorous information campaign, diligent tax mapping, and auction of real properties with long standing delinquencies.

2.) Savings

  • The City Government generated an aggregate savings of P 117 Million in 2005, against only P 21 Million in 2004. This is the result of adopting cost-saving measures such as buying the cheapest supplies and materials without sacrificing quality and buying only things that are really needed.

Flood Control Program & Clean and Green Projects

A.) Comprehensive and Effective Flood Control Program

  • Road and drainage improvement
  • De-clogging and de-silting of drainages, creeks and other waterways
  • Repair and maintenance of dikes, floodgates and pumping stations

B.) Cleaning and Greening Program

  • 100% garbage collection efficiency
  • Establishment of Task Force Disiplina
  • Anti-littering campaign
  • Fully operational City Pound and intensive animal-catching operations
  • Implementation of the Cleanest Barangay Award

Infrastructures

  • Construction of 4-storey building at Gen. T. De Leon National High School
  • Construction of the new Valenzuela City Government Center
  • Improvement of Museo Valenzuela
  • Construction of two (2) bridges – Lingunan to Lawang Bato and Parada to Mapulang Lupa
  • Repair of road and drainage improvement at M.H. del Pilar Rd.
  • Asphalting of road and drainage improvement at Gen T. De Leon Rd
  • Asphalting of road at Maysan Rd
  • Rehabilitation of Mc Arthur Highway

Peace and Order

  • Donation of fourteen (14) patrol vehicles and nineteen (19) motorcycles to increase police visibility
  • Donation of one hundred (100) units rechargeable flashlights (Maglite) for nightwatch patrol
  • Donation of forty two (42) handheld radios
  • Additional PhP 500.00 monthly allowance for police personnel
  • Establishment of Police Community Precinct (PCP) 8 at Que Grande, Barangay Ugong

History

Valenzuela City was originally known as Polo, and established as an independent town in 1623. Polo was an idyllic center of agriculture and fishery carved from the town of Meycauayan, Bulacan. The town acquired its independence through the efforts of Father Juan Taranco and Don Juan Monsod. Meycauayan is a 1st class urban municipality in the province of Bulacan, Philippines. ...


The chapel of San Diego de Alcala, and its now famous belfry, was completed in 1632 and became the town's center that stood witness to several battles during the Spanish, American and Japanese occupations.


On July 21, 1960, President Diosdado Macapagal signed Executive Order No. 401, which led to the creation of the Municipality of Valenzuela, in honor of Dr. Pio Valenzuela, a significant personality in Philippine history who was born here. is the 202nd day of the year (203rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1960 (MCMLX) was a leap year starting on Friday (link will display full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... For the airport, see Diosdado Macapagal International Airport For the boulevard in Metro Manila, see Diosdado Macapagal Boulevard Diosdado Pangan Macapagal (September 28, 1910 – April 21, 1997) was a Filipino politician who served as the 9th President of the Philippines. ... Pio Valenzuela (July 11, 1869-April 6, 1956) was a Filipino physician and patriot who was among the leaders of the Katipunan that started the Philippine Revolution against Spain. ...


Because of the rapid growth of the Greater Manila Area in terms of population, as well as social and economic requirements in the early seventies, and the municipality's proximity to the area, Presidential Decree Number 824 was issued on November 7, 1975, creating the Metropolitan Manila Commission and separating the Municipality of Valenzuela from the Province of Bulacan. is the 311th day of the year (312th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1975 (MCMLXXV) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link will display full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES Province of Bulacan Region: Central Luzon (Region III) Capital: Malolos City Founded: 1572 Population: 2000 census—2,234,088 (4th largest) Density—851 per km² (5th highest) Area: 2,625. ...


As part of the Greater Manila Area, The social and political upheavals of the seventies and early eighties did not dampen the pulsating economy of the municipality. It was, in fact, a golden age in the history and culture of Valenzuela when businesses and industries in the municipality grew rapidly.


In 1986, a new socio-political order swept the country. The four days of the EDSA People Power Revolution were marked by an outpouring of love, anger, hysteria and courage by a people fighting for change and renewal. The restoration of democracy in the country also brought about a paradigm shift in national and local government relations. Year 1986 (MCMLXXXVI) was a common year starting on Wednesday (link displays 1986 Gregorian calendar). ... The EDSA Revolution, also referred to as the People Power Revolution and the Philippine Revolution of 1986, was a mostly nonviolent mass demonstration in the Philippines. ...


The passage of the Local Government Code in 1991 unlocked and marshalled the repressed energies of local communities. The Local Government Code provides genuine and meaningful autonomy to enable local governments to attain their fullest development as self-reliant communities. It was during this time that Valenzuela began charting its own destiny and moved the local economy in the direction it chose. Year 1991 (MCMXCI) was a common year starting on Tuesday (link will display the 1991 Gregorian calendar). ...


From then on, Valenzuela had to cope with rapid urbanization as part of the Greater Manila Area. It is considered as a vital link between the National Capital Region and Northern Luzon. And 23 years after its separation from Bulacan and 375 years after its founding, On February 14, 1998, then President Fidel Ramos signed Republic Act No. 8526, converting the Municipality of Valenzuela under the administration of Mayor Bobbit L. Carlos into a highly urbanized city, making Valenzuela the 12th city in Metro Manila and the 83rd in the Philippines. is the 45th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ... PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES Fidel V. Ramos Fidel Valdez Ramos (born March 18, 1928), military hero of the 1986 People Power Revolution that toppled the dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos, became the 12th President of the Republic of the Philippines on June 30, 1992. ...


A New and Mixed Government

People of Valenzuela voted in the 2007 Elections last May 14. Winners were : Mayor - Sherwin Gatchalian Vice Mayor - Eric Martinez Congressman - Rex Gatchalian and Magi Gunigundo


Tension rose in the City hall when Gatchalian's Political Foe, Former Mayor Bobbit Carlos, said that he was cheated during the elections. Recount has been called and waiting to be counted. The name 'Bobbit' and 'Carlos' has been awarded to the former mayoralty candidate, Jose emmanuel 'Bobbit' Carlos due to 2 nuisance candidates who used his name during the last election. The mayoralty seat is still under protest.


Sister City

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External links


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Valenzuela City - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (714 words)
Valenzuela City is one of the cities and municipalities that comprise Metro Manila in the Philippines.
The city has approximately 500,000 residents and is primarily an industrial and residential suburb of Manila.
It is bordered by Quezon City and northern Caloocan City to the east, by Malabon City and southern Caloocan City to the south, by Obando in Bulacan to the west, and Meycauayan, also in Bulacan, to the north.
Caloocan City - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (375 words)
Caloocan City (Filipino: Lungsod ng Caloocan) is one of the cities and municipalities that comprise Metro Manila in the Philippines.
Southern Caloocan City lies directly north of Manila and is bounded by Malabon City and Valenzuela City to the north, Navotas to the west, and Quezon City to the east.
Northern Caloocan City is the northermost territory of Metro Manila and lies to the east of Valenzuela, north of Quezon City, and south of San Jose del Monte City in the province of Bulacan.
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