Local elections were held in Las Piñas on May 9, 2016, within the Philippine general election. The voters elected for the elective local posts in the city: the mayor, vice mayor, the one Congressman, and the councilors, six in each of the city's two legislative districts.
2016 Las Piñas mayoral election|
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Nominee
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Imelda Aguilar
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Benjamin Gonzales
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Party
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Nacionalista
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UNA
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Running mate
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Louie Bustamante
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Luis "Louie" Casimiro
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Popular vote
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184,437
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6,481
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Percentage
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91.3
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Background
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Mayor Vergel "Nene" Aguilar was term-limited. His wife, former Mayor Imelda Aguilar ran for his place instead. Aguilar was challenged by former Councilor Benjamin Gonzales, Antonio Abellar Jr., Gabina Punsalan, Vergilio Lontoc, and Rolly Gundan.
Vice Mayor Luis "Louie" Bustamante sought re-election. He ran for third and final term, and challenged by Luis "Louie" Casimiro.
Rep. Mark Villar sought re-election for third consecutive term. He faced incumbent First District Councilor Zardi Abellera and Filipino Alvarado.
For Mayor
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Former Mayor Imelda Aguilar succeeded his husband, won with 184,437 votes over his closest rivals former Councilor Benjamin Gonzales and Antonio Abellar Jr. with 6,481 and 5,952 votes respectively.
For Vice Mayor
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Vice Mayor Luis "Louie" Bustamante won with 156,437 votes. over Luis "Louie" Casimiro with 37,211 votes.
For Representative
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Rep. Mark Villar won with 174,533 votes over his closest rival, incumbent First District Councilor Zardi Abellera with 23,780 votes.
For Councilor
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First District
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Second District
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Representative Mark Villar was considered to run for the Senatorial post, but he decided to sought a reelection this election after a series of consultations with his family and the constituents.
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