The local government of Masantol has taken a significant step to improve cleanliness and public health by adding two brand-new garbage trucks to its fleet. This acquisition, confirmed on January 11, 2026, is a core part of the town's strategy to strengthen its solid waste management program and ensure more efficient services for its residents.
New Vehicles to Enhance Municipal Waste Collection
The two new trucks were formally turned over to the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO), the office tasked with implementing environmental and waste management initiatives. These vehicles are specifically intended to boost garbage collection services across all barangays of the town. Mayor Danilo Guintu emphasized that the primary goal is to maintain a clean community and facilitate swift waste collection to prevent the spread of dirt and diseases.
Strategic Deployment Along the Pampanga River
Mayor Guintu outlined the deployment plan for the new assets. The trucks will be assigned to service barangays situated along the left and right banks of the Pampanga River. This targeted deployment aims to guarantee an efficient and timely collection of household waste in these areas, which is crucial for environmental and sanitary reasons.
Complementing Existing Fleet for Maximum Coverage
The newly acquired trucks are not replacements but reinforcements. They will work in tandem with the municipality's two existing garbage trucks. The older units have been dedicated exclusively to servicing Metro Plaza, recognized as the busiest commercial area in Masantol. This zone demands frequent waste collection due to the high volume of commercial activity. The addition of the new trucks allows the LGU to maintain intense service in the commercial center while expanding and improving collection in residential and riverside communities.
This move by the Masantol LGU reflects a proactive approach to local governance and public service, directly addressing community needs for a cleaner and healthier living environment through improved solid waste management infrastructure.
