ANGELES CITY — The Angeles District Jail commended Mayor Carmelo “Jon” Lazatin II for his continued support of Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) through inclusive livelihood programs. The recognition came during the recent Peace and Order Council (POC) meeting held at the Angeles City Command Center.
Mayor Lazatin, who chaired the session, was joined by representatives from key agencies including DILG-Angeles, the Angeles City Police Office (ACPO), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), PDEA, CPDO, ACTDO, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), and members of the Angeles City Anti-Drug Abuse Council (ACADAC). City Councilors Jeselle Dayrit and Ron Pineda were also present to discuss policy concerns and updates.
During the meeting, Assistant Jail Warden JCINSP Ferdinand D. Malabo of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) expressed appreciation for Mayor Lazatin’s initiative to include PDLs in the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD) program, a national emergency employment initiative under the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
Originally launched when Lazatin was still Pampanga’s First District Representative, the PDL inclusion under TUPAD continues under his term as city mayor. This pioneering effort offers inmates temporary employment and basic livelihood support, equipping them with skills and a sense of purpose as they prepare for reintegration into society.
Mayor Lazatin reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive programs that prioritize rehabilitation and second chances. He noted that livelihood opportunities for PDLs not only reduce recidivism but also build a safer, more compassionate community.
The POC meeting also covered pressing matters on public safety, drug prevention, fire response, and community development. Each agency provided insights into current challenges and proposed collaborative solutions to strengthen peace and order in Angeles City.
Mayor Jon Lazatin ended the session by emphasizing the importance of unity across local agencies, especially when it comes to programs that protect and uplift vulnerable sectors. The continued recognition from institutions like the BJMP, he said, affirms the city’s progress toward a more inclusive and rehabilitative justice system.
Source: Angeles City Information Office
