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Angeles City Hall Staff Defend Mayor Over School Suspension Timing
Employees of Angeles City government have rallied behind Mayor Carmelo Lazatin II following public criticism of his delayed class suspension order during inclement weather. The mayor issued the suspension at 6:30 a.m., drawing complaints from parents whose children had already left home.
LSN Philippines ·
MABALACAT CITY, Pampanga — The employees' union representing Angeles City government workers has stepped forward to defend Mayor Carmelo Lazatin II amid online backlash over the timing of his class suspension announcement on Tuesday.
The mayor issued the order to suspend classes at approximately 6:30 a.m. as severe weather conditions affected the area. However, the timing drew criticism from parents and guardians who said their children had already departed for school before the announcement was made public.
The city workers' union characterized the criticism as unwarranted, arguing that the mayor acted appropriately given the circumstances. Union representatives emphasized that the administration had monitored weather conditions and made the decision to suspend classes as soon as conditions warranted such action.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions between local government and residents over the timing and communication of weather-related school closures in the region. School suspension announcements typically require coordination across multiple education offices and media outlets to reach families effectively.