Vision
Mission
The Local Government Unit (LGU) of Payao, together with stakeholders, is committed to:
• Upgrading agriculture and fishery capabilities to enhance food security and economic stability.
• Ensuring dynamic implementation of environmental laws, maintaining balanced ecology through participatory and culture-friendly governance.
• Promoting public awareness and participation in governance through transparency and accountability.
• Delivering essential social and economic services to improve the well-being of all citizens.
• Initiating and pursuing sustainable tourism development to boost local economic opportunities.
• Strengthening partnerships between the LGU, civil society, and private sector for improved governance.
• Enhancing peace and security measures for a safe and orderly municipality.
• Implementing Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM) and Climate Adaptation Strategies to ensure long-term resilience.
The Municipality Of Payao Official Seal
The municipality was established on November 11, 1977, by virtue of Presidential Decree No. 1238 signed by President Ferdinand Marcos,
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