Brookspoint


Brookspoint is a barangay located in the Aurora Hill district of Baguio in the Philippines.

Name

Brookspoint was often referred to as the "Workingmen's Village", referring to the land owners during the time of Mayor Luis Lardizabal, until the name was changed to what it is known as today under Resolution 47-1974; Regular Meeting held on February 27, 1974 D-2A6. The name Brookspoint is believed to have originated from its location, bounded by brooks and creeks.

Political division

Originally, the barangay was only a small territory, since its area was composed of only 3 districts As time progressed and the number of people increased, houses were built within and around the area, increasing the need to establish its correct boundaries. At present, Brookspoint is composed of seven districts, and is surrounded by nearby barangays such as Pacdal, East Modernsite, South Central and East Bayan Park.

Demographics

As of the 2000 census of the NSCB, Brookspoint had a total population of 1,477. NSO 2007 Census, population is 2,081. NSO Census 2010, population is 2,299. In an August 2015 census report released by Philippine Statistics Authority, the agency recorded a decline with the population now at 2,048.

Geography

Land Area - The total land area of Brookspoint is approximately 13.64 square kilometers. This is inclusive of parts of the mountains. The landmarks circumscribing the community which roughly delineate its boundaries are:
The residents of Brookspoint are a mixture of different peoples of different cultural and ethnical backgrounds who speak varied languages. The most common spoken language is Ilocano, with a large number of residents from the Tagalog ethnic group.

Education

Incumbent

Elected Barangay officials on October 28, 2013 to serve the term 2013 - 2017
Barangay Officials Extended terms to June 2018 due to Two Barangay Elections Postponements

former Barangay Captains