“Moderately” is the word that defined Barangay Valencia’s governance in 2015. Now we stand before Valencia Barangay Hall. It is more than just a government office. It is a center of community life in Barangay Valencia.
This barangay hall stands at 164 Col. Bonny Serrano Ave. also known as Santolan Road. The Valencia Barangay Hall serves the people of Barangay Valencia. The barangay is located in Quezon City.
Valencia shares borders with several other barangays. Aurora Boulevard marks its northern boundary. Hemady Street defines its eastern edge. Ermitanyo Creek forms its western boundary. Santolan Road lies to the south.
Valencia Barangay Hall is more than just a building. It is a vital part of this community. It is interesting to know that Barangay Valencia has a rich history.
In May 2000, the barangay had a population of 5040. There were 1097 households. The number of registered voters was 3524 in May 2004. This decreased to 2788 in May 2007.
The barangay is divided into six areas. Its creation came about through Executive Order no. 35 P.D.’s 86 & 210. The land area spans 44.599 hectares according to CPDO. Another measurement states 44.40 hectares also according to CPDO in January 2010.
Valencia celebrates its Barangay Fiesta on the second Sunday of May. The Patron Saint is the Holy Family. The Cubao Health Center provides health services. The Cubao Police Station oversees law enforcement. The fire station is located on Santolan Road.
Economically, Barangay Valencia is considered Class B or middle class. Several areas within the barangay are considered depressed. These include Santolan Road. Valencia baba corner Castilla Street and Valencia baba Area V.
Several subdivisions are located within Barangay Valencia. These include Villa Ortigas I and II. Also Gilmore Townhouse and Given Haven Park Homes. Regency Park Homes is another one.
Valencia offers several educational institutions. Valencia Elementary School is on 9 Granada Street. Community of Learners Foundation is on Castillo Street. Mothers School of Child Development and Valencia Learning Center are on Valencia Street. Mount Carmel School is at N. Domingo corner Valencia.
For religious services, there are several churches nearby. Mount Carmelite Church is on Gilmore Avenue. Santolan Chapel is in Santolan Road Area I. Valencia Chapel is in Valencia Street Area IV.
The back of Sampaguita Compound in Area VI is prone to flooding. The Barangay Hall serves as an evacuation center. Save Values market is along Broadway Street corner Aurora Blvd Q.C.
Several gasoline stations serve the area. Shell is at Aurora Blvd corner Doña J. Rodriguez Street. Caltex is at Aurora Blvd corner Gilmore Street.
There is a basketball court on Valencia Street in Area 6. Another one is on Santolan Road Area I.
In 2015, Barangay Valencia showed moderate performance in governance. Strengths included citizen participation and transparency. Health security and natural resources services were also strong. Weaknesses included organizational and economic development. Waste management needed improvement.
The Valencia Barangay Hall stands as a testament to community. It is a place where residents come together. They address their needs and celebrate their unity here. As we conclude our visit, remember the spirit of Valencia. Remember its commitment to progress.