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The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) conducted a 3-day Seminar-Workshop on the Formulation of Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) on May 22-24, 2017 at Vista Marina Hotel, Subic Bay Freeport Zone to scale up the capacity of the LGU officials and functionaries in local development planning.

The activity was attended by officials and functionaries from the municipalities of Candelaria, Castillejos, Iba, Masinloc, Palauig, San Marcelino and Sta. Cruz.

LGOO V Jayson Jumaquio, OIC-Assistant Division Chief of the Capability Development Division of DILG Region III shared his expertise in the formulation of the said plan.

PD Armi V. Bactad in her closing message reiterated the importance of the formulation of the plan for every LGU. She also recognized the effort and commitment of the participants to the activity, calling them as agents of change.

The CDP is one of the major plans mandated under the Local Government Code of 1991 that serves as the local government unit’s road map to progress and development. It contains the strategic plans for five development sectors namely social, environment, economic, institution and infrastructure.

Likewise, Climate and Disaster Risk Assessment (CDRA) was discussed giving emphasis to the importance of mainstreaming and integration of Disaster Risk Reduction-Climate Change Adaptation (DRR-CCA) in the preparation of the LGU’s development plan.

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Through the support of the Provincial Government headed by Governor Amor D. Deloso, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Zambales facilitated the provincial awarding of the 2017 Lupong Tagapamayapa Incentives Awards (LTIA) during the Joint Provincial Peace and Order (PPOC) and Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC) meeting held on May 23, 2017 at the Zambales Training and Conference Center, Iba, Zambales. 

Besting other barangays, San Juan of Botolan and Camiing of Cabangan were adjudged as the Best Lupong Tagapamayapa for the 1st to 3rd class and 4th to 6th class municipal category, respectively.

In recognition of their efforts, Governor Deloso, together with DILG Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad and PNP Provincial Director PSSUPT Christopher J. Mateo, awarded Barangays San Juan and Camiing a plaque of commendation and cash incentive. DILG Officers Lee Allen B. Pineda and Cindy C. Cagalitan were also recognized for their efforts in providing technical assistance to the Provincial LTIA Winners. Certificates of Recognition were likewise given to barangays San Isidro (Subic), San Miguel (San Antonio), San Nicolas (Castillejos), Collat (Masinloc), Lipay (Sta. Cruz), and Nagbunga (San Marcelino) who garnered very satisfactory rating during the provincial LTIA assessment.

The Lupong Tagapamayapa Incentives Awards (LTIA) is an annual search for Lupong Tagapamayapa with exemplary service delivery performance that significantly contributed to the attainment of the Katarungang Pambarangay objectives as an indigenous form of settling disputes in the barangay level through efficiency in operations and good governance. 

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Governor Amor D. Deloso as the Chair of the Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) and Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC) together with DILG Zambales led by Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad and PNP Provincial Director PSSUPT Christopher J. Mateo facilitated the conduct of the 2nd Quarter Joint PPOC and PADAC Meeting on May 23, 2017 at the Zambales Training and Conference Center, Iba, Zambales.

The activity was attended by Municipal Mayors Bing Maniquiz of Botolan and Joy Apostol of Cabangan, Municipal Chiefs of Police, Municipal Fire Marshals, DILG Field Officers, functionaries from the provincial government, civil society organization (CSO) representatives and other guests.

In his message, Governor Deloso emphasized the importance of peace and order in the growth and development of the Zambales. He cited the projects being implemented in the province by both the national government and private sectors, in addition to the investments being poured in by numerous businesses. Governor Deloso called for unity of all sectors in the province, for the continued progress of Zambales.

The Zambales Provincial Police Office (ZPPO), Philippine Army (PA) 3rd Mechanized Infantry Division, and the Provincial Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) presented their accomplishments during the period along with their plans and upcoming projects.

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The Liga ng mga Barangay – Zambales Chapter with its President, Hon. Romelino R. Gojo in coordination with the Department of the Interior and Local Government Zambales under the leadership of PD Armi V. Bactad conducted a Seminar-Workshop on Gender Responsive Barangays and Barangay Peace and Order and Public Safety Plan (POPSP) Formulation on May 10-12 and 16-18, 2017 at Vista Marina Hotel, SBFZ.

It was attended by the Punong Barangays, Sangguniang Barangay Members, Barangay Secretaries, Barangay Treasurer and other barangay functionaries from the thirteen Municipalities of Zambales who actively participated in the series of workshops and planning process.

 The POPSP is a three year comprehensive action plan of the barangay that focuses on the measures to protect the community, establish order and prevent the increase of crimes. LGOO VI Fortunato Abraham III discussed the workshop guidelines and emphasized the need to align the efforts of the barangay to the national and local goals and prevailing peace and order issues. “Hindi sapat ang pwede na or bahala na pamamaraan, kailangan ito ay tugma at sakto sa ating pangangailangan”, said LGOO VI Abraham.

PD Bactad encouraged the participants to share the knowledge they acquired during the seminar and use it in accomplishing their plans. “Ang activity po na ito ay hindi lang para sa inyo; ito po ay parte ng inyong sinumpaang tungkulin na mapabuti ang inyong barangay, ang inyong bayan at ng buong Zambales”, said PD Bactad.

Likewise, the formulation of the Gender and Development (GAD) Plan was discussed highlighting the vital points in the planning process.

The activity is in line with the continuous efforts of the national government to attain a safe, secure, peaceful and gender responsive community.

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In line with the theme Sulong Kontra Droga, Krimen at Katiwalian, Makialam! Makilahok! Makiisa! Pederalismo, Dito sa Barangay Mismo, the barangays in Zambales, spearheaded by the Punong Barangays and their Councils conducted their respective Barangay Assemblies from March – April 2017. 

The event was attended and participated by the barangay residents, local officials and functionaries, Civil Society Organizations and National Government Agency representatives from DILG, PNP and BFP.

The barangays provided massive information campaign and discussed relevant programs and projects to curb the proliferation of illegal drugs. Likewise, the MASA MASID Program was also emphasized wherein volunteers are urged to join as partner implementers.  Other programs such as Disaster preparedness, full disclosure policy, solid waste management, health and sanitation, education, sports, youth development and Kasambahay Law were also discussed.

It also served as a venue in advocating “PHederalism” in order to solicit support and increase awareness in the barangay level. This is a play on the words “Philippines" and “federalism,” that refers to the Philippines’ own model of the federal system of government.

The conduct of Barangay Assembly is in compliance with DILG Memorandum Circular No. 2017-31 dated February 13, 2017, Section 397 (b) of Republic Act No. 7160 or the Local Government Code of 1991 which mandates all barangays to conduct their barangay assemblies at least twice a year to hear and discuss the semestral report of the barangay concerning its activities and finances as well as problems affecting the barangay.  

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) grants a total of P49.773M of development fund to the local government units of Botolan, Masinloc and Sta. Cruz under the Assistance to Disadvantaged Municipalities (ADM) Program.

The municipalities are included among the first batch of recipient of the ADM Fund wherein, the municipality of Botolan receives P17.513M, while Masinloc receives P16.788M and Sta. Cruz receives P15.472M.

The ADM is a new program consistent with the advocacy of the national government to empower local government units and increase citizen’s access to basic facilities. It also aims to address the fiscal gap in the LGUs and to promote transparency and good governance. Projects under this program include water system, evacuation facility, local access roads, small water impounding and sanitation and health facilities.

The grant of the ADM Fund is based on the local government unit’s compliance with the requirements of the DILG Seal of Good Financial Housekeeping (GFH) and Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Public Financial Management System.

The determination of the budget cap per recipient municipality is based on the following factors: a.) Equal share (58%); b.) Per capita share (20%); c.) years-based share computed from previous national government allocations to the municipality (19%); and d.) Share for good performance as determined by DILG (3%).

The remaining ten municipalities of the Province of Zambales will be receiving a total of P159.445M on the second batch of ADM Fund release.

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