Photo credit: Dr. Dahlia Ambayec Loyola, City Mayor of Carmona, Cavite

The Local Government of Carmona in the province of Cavite announced the declaration by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) that Carmona has officially attained the status of a Component City. This comes after a highly successful plebiscite, where an overwhelming majority of Carmona's residents voted in favor of cityhood.

A total of 30,363 residents, accounting for an impressive 96.76% of the voting population, cast their votes in favor of Carmona's cityhood.

With this declaration, Carmona becomes the eighth city in the province of Cavite, joining the ranks of other cities in the region.

The elevation of Carmona to cityhood status signifies the remarkable progress and advancements the municipality has achieved over the years.

The transformation from a municipality to a city brings new opportunities and responsibilities for Carmona.

As a Component City, Carmona can expect increased funding allocations and resources to further enhance public services, infrastructure development, and economic growth.

The new status will also attract more investments, boost tourism, and create additional employment opportunities for the local workforce.

The declaration of cityhood reflects their unwavering commitment to building a vibrant and inclusive community.