HISTORY

The name M’lang was derived from a Maguindanaoan word “TAMLANG” which means BAMBOO. It lies strategically in the Southern portion of the Province of Cotabato in Central Mindanao. It is the second most populated municipality in the Province of Cotabato – third with the inclusion of the City of Kidapawan.

Although it is geographically distant from the commercial and urban centers, M’lang still plays an important role in supplying the Province and other parts of the region with rice, sugarcane, rubber and bamboo. The Municipality is also a melting pot of Ilonggo, Ilocano, Cebuano and Muslim tribes and culture; thus, various cultures and traditions had been preserved and promoted in the area. The commercial growth of the town, which is rapidly visible, can maximize its potential especially when the area capitalizes on the prevailing trade and commerce. The Municipality will play a vital role in the economy of the province due to the declaration of the Provincial Government of the “Provincial Agro-Industrial Park” and the establishment by the Air Transportation Office of a Rural Airport.

The Municipality of M’lang is predominantly an agricultural community, though not all areas are fully developed. It is situated on wide plains and valleys. It has ring pattern of development wherewith the different barangays surrounding the urban area ten to effect self-progress with a pattern of the grid, but generally dependent on the rural area with regards to its commerce and trade activities.

The racial pattern of development is proposed for the areas whereby all barangays so as to effect local development and evolve expansion in the peripheral nodes.

The present trend of development in the urban area falls under the semi-grid category. Blocks or columns along parallel road networks define the physical layouts of the sectors. Under the proposed radial development, the Municipal Government Center where the Municipal Hall is located will be maximized. All line agencies within the town will be identified within the Government Center to facilitate coordination and thereby save time and cost in terms of follow-up transactions. The market area will have its expansion to accommodate prospective investors in the commercial sector. Existing land uses that are not adverse or those that will not jeopardize the peaceful living of those in adjacent land uses will be maintained.

In line with this, agro-cultural entities such as rice mills, factories and other light industries that emit any type of pollution will be located at the southern portion of the municipality extending towards barangays Dugong, Sangat, Tawantawan and Langkong.

GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

M’lang is strategically located at the southwestern portion of the province of Cotabato. It is bounded in the East by the municipality of Makilala and the City of Kidapawan, in the South by the municipality of Tulunan, in the North by the municipality of Matalam, and in the West by the Province of Maguindanao. It has an area of Forty one thousand one hundred ninety one and 026/100(41,191.026) hectares of equivalent to 411.91026 square kilometers more or less, representing 6.35% of the provincial land area. It is specifically located in this area coordinates; (125°00’00” Longitude, 7°04’00” latitude)

QUICK FACTS ABOUT M’LANG

CLIMATE

The town falls under the fourth class/type of climate, which is characterized by more or less even distribution of rainfall throughout the year. In the monthly rainfall data, the heaviest rainfalls in the month of July, May, September June ,October and November.

From January to April, and during the month of August and December, Mlang experiences a dry season. However, the weather is calm and the climate is warm. Rainfall and sunshine make all kinds of vegetables grow anywhere, all year round. The prevailing wind direction is northwest.

SOIL

The soil classification within and surrounding the different barangays of the municipality is generally of quelada sandy clay loam. Such soil type is so fine that cloud of dust are inevitable during dry season.

This type of soil is best suited for intensive crops like rice, corn, sugar cane, coconut, rubber and vegetable. Fruit trees are also abundantly growing in the area.

TOPOGRAPHY

The whole municipality of Mlang is generally flat with a slope ranging from 0-3% throughout the entire area. Two big rivers such as the Mlang river and Malasila river criss-crossed the area from East to West where irrigation canals were constructed to convey water from the rivers to the service area or the paddy rice fields and excess water are being deposited in the Liguasan Marsh before it finally connects to the Rio Grande de Mindanao.

The two separate mountain ranges can be found in the Barangays of Pulanglupa and New Esperanza with an area of twenty (20) and twenty five (25) hectares more or less, respectively.

HOTELS, RESORTS AND RESTAURANTS

JAP'S SWIMMING RESORT AND CATERING
Sitio Quitos, Dugon, M'lang, North Cotabato
Tel. No. 09185579034

DIANE'S RESORT
Sorilla St. Poblacion A, M'lang, North Cotabato
Tel. No. 09109243922

CHEBON SWIMMING RESORT
National Highway Langkong, M'lang, North Cotabato
Tel. No. 09074853362

GRAND TIERRA SWIMMING RESORT
Purok 3 Sangat, M'lang, North Cotabato
Tel. No. 09092826910

JENNIE'S CLUBHOUSE / RHOANNA'S GRILL
Inas, M'lang, North Cotabato
Tel. No. (064) 268 4244

PETE'S RESORT
Datu Piang St., Poblacion B. M'lang, North Cotabato
Tel. No. (064) 268 4039

MR. TRIO RESTO BAR
M.H. Del Pilar St. Poblacion A., M'lang, North Cotabato
Tel. No. 09052565549

MACNIKKOS RESTO BAR
J.P. Rizal St., Poblacion A, M'lang, North Cotabato
Tel. No. 09204483614

FIVE (5) PRIORITY INVETMENT AREAS (INVESTOR’S HAVEN)

1. The presence of the 27-hectare “Provincial Industrial Park” entice investors to invest in this municipality with tax holidays provided by the Provincial Investment Board. (for more information, please contact the Provincial Government of Cotabato, or visit their website at http://www.cotabatoprov.gov.ph)

2. M’LANG RURAL AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT

   Though this is a long-range project of the Provincial Government and the Air transportation Office, the Municipal Government of M’lang works hand-in-hand for them to source out funds from any funding agencies for the development of the M’lang Rural Airport. Its 2,400-meter runway can accommodate commercial planes in the future.

3. AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT

   Aside from the rice production, there is still a wide opportunity for agricultural investment, specifically in the area of High Value Crop Production such as Oil Palm, Rubber, Coconut, Pomelo and Banana. With the vast land area and two irrigation systems, the municipality has a lot to offer in terms of agricultural development.

4. SANITARY LANDFILL DEVELOPMENT

   In response to the mandate of R.A. 9003, otherwise known as the Solid Waste Management Act, the Municipal Government of M’lang declared the development of the Sanitary Landfill as one of the priority areas which every LGU dreams to be a dream come true. A 10-hectare area was purchased by the Municipal Government of this, and is now being developed into a full-scale Sanitary landfill.

5. HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

   Slum dwellings are among the social problems that developing municipalities and cities are confronted with. These easily pop up along the riverbanks, road rights of way of municipal streets and along national highways. The Municipal Government of M’lang has considered this as one of the priority investment areas because it entails more funds, preparation and sacrifices in order that these sectors will be put in place. Initial steps has been made by the Municipal Government of M’lang by purchasing a five-hectare land for the settlement of these informal settlers after the social preparation and organization has been conducted.

MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS

CONTACT INFORMATION

Municipal Mayor’s Office
Contact Person: The Information Officer
Address: Municipality of M’lang, M’lang, Cotabato
TeleFax No. (064) 268-4004
Telephone (064) 268-4233

MPDC Office
M’lang, North Cotabato
Tel No. (064) 268-4257

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