The Sangguniang Bayan of Balete has been recognized regionwide as 1st Runner Up in Excell Search - Local Legislation category since 2009. Some of the factors that contributed to this feather on its cap are those hallmark legislation it has enacted over the years. They are as follows:
- Code of General Ordinances
- Environment Code
- Gender and Development Code
- Children and Youth Welfare Code
- Investment Incentive Code
- Revenue Code
- Zoning Ordinance
- Omnibus Traffic Ordinance