ORMOC CITY, LEYTE — Highlighting the municipal government's ongoing investment in higher education and public infrastructure, key representatives from the City College of Ormoc (CCO), the Local Government Unit of Ormoc (LGU-Ormoc), and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) conducted a joint on-site inspection of the CCO building development in Barangay San Pablo on August 18, 2026. The collaborative review evaluated structural progress to ensure the facility meets upcoming academic timelines and institutional standards.
Expanding Academic Infrastructure for Ormoc’s Student Body
The multi-agency site visit focused on the development of modern academic spaces designed to accommodate the institution's growing student population. Once completed, the expanded building complex will house updated classrooms and specialized instructional facilities tailored to CCO’s expanding course offerings. Local officials emphasized that upgrading institutional capacity directly supports academic excellence while providing accessible, high-quality tertiary education to students across the municipality.
Fostering Inter-Agency Collaboration for Quality Public Works
The joint inspection highlights the coordinated efforts between educational administrators, local executive departments, and national public works agencies to ensure structural integrity and timely project completion. The delegation included OIC-CCO President Atty. Nolito Quilang, City Administrator Vincent Emnas, City Engineer Loucelle Araneta, City Government Assistant Department Head Lyra Dela Cerna, and OIC-Team and Executive-Legislative Liaison Officer Dr. Gregorio Yrastorza III, underscoring strong leadership oversight at every phase of construction.
Building Momentum for Long-Term Community and Youth Development
The ongoing expansion of the City College of Ormoc aligns with the city’s broader strategic vision for youth empowerment, workforce readiness, and community growth. By continuously modernizing public educational spaces in key barangays like San Pablo, LGU-Ormoc and its partner agencies are strengthening the city’s academic foundation, ensuring that future generations of "CCOnians" are equipped with the resources needed to succeed in an evolving regional economy.
