Written by: Rovelyn C Antonio
La Trinidad, Benguet — Demonstrating its continued commitment to community service and environmental stewardship, Cordillera Career Development College (CCDC) participated in the municipal planning session for the upcoming Community Clean-Up Drive, held on September 1, 2025, at the Mayor’s Conference Room, Municipal Hall, Km. 5, Pico, La Trinidad, Benguet. CCDC was officially represented by Ms. Rovelyn C. Antonio, National Service Training Program (NSTP) Coordinator.
Addressing Local Flooding Concerns
The emergency planning meeting focused on mitigating severe local flooding caused by clogged drainage systems during heavy rainfalls. Local officials, educational institutions, and community leaders joined forces to identify key priority sites requiring immediate intervention:
1. Pines Park, Balili
2. Poblacion Barangay Hall and adjacent creek areas
3. Bodikaokao (Shontogan lot), Pico
Multi-Sectoral Community Collaboration
Reflecting a strong unified effort across La Trinidad, the planning session brought together key stakeholders from various sectors, including:
- Municipal Officials led by the Municipal Mayor and Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO)
- Educational institutions (CCDC, Benguet State University, King’s College of the Philippines)
- Local Farmers’ Associations
- Women’s Associations
- Barangay Captains and Barangay Tanod personnel
- Philippine National Police and Bureau of Fire Prevention
Through its active participation in municipal initiatives like the Community Clean-Up Drive, CCDC continues to empower its NSTP student volunteers to lead in civic action, environmental preservation, and community resilience.
