Overview The town of Bautista was actually an ancient one, having founded circa 1686, but it had deteriorated and had been placed under the parish of Bayambang. History will tell that Bautista experienced a very dynamic evolution and it stood with enduring pide as one of the most progressive barangays of Bayambang. Most of the rich hacienderos, merchants and influential people were residents of Bautista. It became the center of communication, trade and commerce, as well as education. Considering these assets, Bautista truly distinguished itself and rightfully claimed its status as a municipality in the year 1900. This marked the "Rebirth of Bautista." It appears that with the separation of Church and State under the Americans, Bautista was accorded an independent existence by the American military authorities. Don Ramon Reynado, one of the founders of the town in the year 1900 became the first town executive. Among the other prominent citizens who were considered founders of the twon were: Guillermo Agcaoile, Francisco Gonzales, Felipe Ramos, Dionisio Galvan, Teodoro Carungay, Claudio and Antonio Galsim, Marciano Guzman, Nicolas Galsim, Marcelino Villanueva and Eleno Cayabyab. Our main specialization is to serve the people of Bautista. Our beloved town employs highly trained people who are constantly improving methods of their work and whose knowledge is verified by the corresponding certificates. We place our people and their needs as the main priority of our activity. This and only this allows us to hold the leading positions and people’s trust and respect. |