The Pampanga Provincial Government has distributed 33 patrol tricycle units to barangays in Candaba to strengthen grassroots security and improve emergency response in local communities. Governor Lilia "Nanay" Pineda led the turnover ceremony on July 14, 2026, at the provincial motorpool in Barangay San Roque, Mexico, marking another milestone in the province-wide program to equip all barangays with mobile patrol assets.
33 More Barangays Now Equipped for Faster Response
Barangay captains from Candaba received the new patrol units, which are powered by 155cc motorcycles with back-to-back sidecars . The sidecars were fabricated by local associations under the Department of Social Welfare and Development's Sustainable Livelihood Program, which provided seed capital to create livelihood opportunities while strengthening public safety . The program aims to cover all 505 barangays across Pampanga, with 426 already served and the remaining areas in San Fernando City and Mabalacat City scheduled for the next rollout . Governor Pineda reminded barangay captains to properly maintain the units so they can continue serving their constituents effectively.
Empowering Communities Through Safety and Livelihood
Barangay captains expressed gratitude for the assistance, noting the impact on their ability to patrol remote areas. Noel Crisostomo, barangay captain of Pulong Palazan, shared that the unit will enable officials to monitor the village's seven sitios more effectively . The initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance community safety, with 81 units previously distributed in the 2nd District and 71 units in the 3rd batch covering Mexico, Sta. Ana, and San Simon . Beyond the patrol tricycles, the provincial government has allocated funds for handheld radios to ensure real-time monitoring and reporting of incidents .
