Zambales Provincial Government champions a unified executive and legislative branch

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Written by DILG Zambales

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Published: 05 December 2016

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In line with the participative approach in governance, Governor Amor D. Deloso in partnership with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) headed by Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad led the two-day workshop on the formulation of the new administration’s Executive-Legislative Agenda (ELA) and Capacity Development Agenda (CapDev) on November 17-18, 2016 at the Subic Bay Venezia Hotel, SBFZ.

This was attended by the Provincial Board Members led by Vice Governor Angel Magsaysay-Cheng, Department Heads, representatives from the National Government Agencies and representatives from the civil society organizations.

In her message, the Vice Governor stressed the importance of a harmonious relationship between the executive and legislative branch. She also asked for everyone’s support saying “Gawin natin ito para sa Zambales for it to be a better place to live in”.

The participants have strengthened their collaboration through the workshops facilitated by the DILG in the effort to establish a comprehensive ELA which is in-synch with the ten (10) point agenda of Gov. Deloso and the thrust of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan.

Board Member Saturnino Bactad in his closing message acknowledged the role of everyone as development leaders of the province. “Magkapit-kamay tayo and let us go forward together. Let us love the province of Zambales and the Zambalenos” said BM Bactad.

DILG Zambales conducts POPS Planning Workshop

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Published: 08 November 2016

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The Department of the Interior and Local Government of the Province of Zambales under the supervision of Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V conducted the planning-workshop on the Peace and Order and Public Safety (POPS) Plan for the year 2017-2019 on November 8, 2016 at the Zambales Training and Conference Center, Iba, Zambales.

It was attended by the Provincial Peace and Order Council (POC) Technical Working Group headed by POC Chairperson Gov. Amor D. Deloso, POC Vice Chairperson Vice Governor Angelica E. Magsaysay-Cheng, Provincial Head of Offices and representatives of NGAs and CSOs.

Governor Deloso said that the province is fortunate to have few problems when it comes to peace and order. He also stated that the love is the supreme law and all things boils down to the lack of concern for others.

“Help me in developing the sense of patriotism among Zambalenos“ Governor Deloso said. He also stated that he would like to maintain a politics of performance while ensuring peace and order in the province.

According to Vice Governor Angelica E. Magsaysay, the holistic approach through the POPS planning in addressing peace and order issues is important.

“It is nice to have this plan in paper but I hope we can do this in action” Vice Governor Magsaysay said.

The activity is pursuant to the DILG MC 2015-128 mandating all POC levels to craft their three (3) year POPS Plan to be implemented for the period of 2017-2019.

DILG ZAMBALES LAUNCHES MASA MASID

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Published: 04 November 2016

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The provincial launch of the MASA-MASID Program was conducted through the collaborative efforts of DILG Zambales headed by Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad and the Zambales Provincial Government under the leadership of Governor Amor D. Deloso on November 4, 2016 at the Zambales Training and Conference Center, Iba, Zambales.

Invited guests includes DILG Regional Director Florida M. Dijan, DPA, CESO III, Office of the Governor Representative Atty. Izelle Iamly Deloso, Office of the Vice Governor Representative Mr. Laurence Edano, PSSupt. Christopher J. Mateo, PDEA Representative Christian De Honor, Municipal Mayors, LNB Regional President Romelino R. Gojo, members of the Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC) and Provincial Peace and Order Council, Liga ng mga Barangay Presidents, MLGOOs, Chiefs of Police, representatives of the Municipal Anti-Drug Abuse Council (MADAC), representatives of the Faith Based Organizations/Interfaith Groups, Media and other CSOs in the Province.

RD Dijan in her keynote speech, congratulated the Province of Zambales for the successful conduct of the Mamamayang Ayaw sa Anomalya, Mamamayang Ayaw sa Iligal na Droga (MASA-MASID) Program launch.  She emphasized the cooperation of all sectors aside from the local officials in the promotion, implementation and monitoring of the MASA-MASID Program. 

“Ang mabuting pamamahala ay hindi dapat monopolya lang ng iilan, ito ay dapat produkto ng sama-samang pagkilos” said RD Dijan.

She also encouraged everyone to be the kind of people who make things happen to ensure the success of the program. “Tayo ay dapat makiisa, makialam at makilahok ng walang hinihintay na kapalit o bayad” said RD Dijan.

MASA MASID Is a barangay based anti-criminality, anti-corruption and anti-illegal drugs program which encourages multi-sectoral partnership through volunteerism. This is through the creation of the MASA MASID teams that will advocate programs pursuing community based rehabilitation in each affected barangays.

On behalf of Honorable Governor Amor D. Deloso, Atty. Izelle Iamly P. Deloso delivered a message of support. She stated that everyone has a role to play in our war on drugs and had quoted “I am only one; but I am still one. I cannot do everything; but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something I can do”. She also asked for everyone to take this matter seriously and said that the provincial government will not only provide financial support but also continuously advocate the program in coordination with the DILG.

The event ended with the signing of the Pledge of Commitment by the participants.