NCIP, DILG, PNP, and LGU Officials promote IPs’ rights through selection of Mandatory Representation to Local Sanggunian of Botolan, Zambales

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Written by DILG Zambales

Category: NEWS AND EVENTS

Published: 10 November 2022

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The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP), Local Government of Unit Officials, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Field Office, and Philippine National Police (PNP), together with the Indigenous Peoples communities of the Municipality of Botolan, Zambales confederated on November 8, 2022 at the Peoples Plaza, Barangay Tampo, Botolan, Zambales to uphold indigenous peoples’ (IPs) rights through the selection of mandatory representation in the local legislative council. The selection process was based on the local guidelines finalized during series of coordination meetings.

NCIP Provincial Officer Engr. Albert Alisdan led the undertaking and allowed the aspirants to deliver their speech prior to the selection proceeding. He likewise provided the overview of the activity, as agreed upon and indicated in the local guidelines.

The turnout revealed that Ms. Ladie M. De Leon from Barangay Nacolcol garnered the highest number of votes at 277, as witnessed by the DILG, PNP, IP communities and the other aspirants. She will be serving for another three years and shall enjoy the privileges of a regular Sangguniang Bayan member, upon assumption to office.

IP representation is mandated under Republic Act 8371, or the IP Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997.

PGZ, DILG convene Local Special Bodies; Eye harmonized efforts thru Joint Organizational Meeting

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Written by DILG Zambales

Category: NEWS AND EVENTS

Published: 28 October 2022

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The Provincial Government of Zambales (PGZ), in collaboration with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), conducted a Joint Organizational Meeting of its Local Special Bodies (LSBs) on October 25, 2022 at Balin Sambali, Iba, Zambales.

The activity was attended by the members of the Provincial Development Council (PDC), Provincial Health Board (PHB), Provincial School Board (PScB), Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) and Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC)—all chaired by Governor Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr.

In his message, Governor Ebdane highlighted the importance of this undertaking in order to harmonize the various efforts of the councils and committees to ensure closer and strategic coordination in the implementation of the local programs and projects.

Cluster Team Leader Melissa D. Nipal discussed the roles and functions of the Local Special Bodies (LSBs) to which the CSOs are also participating, that is to promote for a more inclusive partnerships in local governance and development. Likewise, an update on the program accomplishments of each local special bodies were presented by their respective head secretariat.

On socio-economic development efforts, Engr. Edwin E. Ebdane, OIC-Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator, presented the LDC initiatives and ways forward to ensure that the needs of the constituents in crafting local government policies, plans and programs are effectively addressed.

On education-related concerns, Ms. Michelle A. Mejica of the Department of Education (DepEd) discussed the activities conducted on the operation and maintenance of public schools and education promotion corresponding to its share of the proceeds of the special levy on Real Property constituting the Special Education Fund (SEF) for the 1^st and 2^nd Quarter of year 2022.

On safety and health, Dr. Noel C. Bueno, Provincial Health Officer (PHO) presented the overall situation of the province when it comes to the operation and maintenance of health facilities and services. With regard to the COVID-19 situationer, Dr. Bueno mentioned that Zambales remained to be one of those provinces with the least active cases in Central Luzon.

On peace and order, DILG Provincial Director Martin Porres B. Moral presented the updates on the crafting of the Provincial Peace and Order and Public Safety Plan (POPS-PLAN), and updates on the implementation of various DILG PPAs; Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (ECLIP), Retooled Community Support Program (RCSP) and projects funded under the FY 2022 Support to Barangay Development Program (SBDP).

On anti-illegal drug abuse campaign, PltCol Nelson G Buhong of the Zambales Provincial Police Office (ZPPO) shared the sustained efforts on anti-illegal drug advocacies of the PNP and partner agencies in favor of demand reduction, rehabilitation of drug users and their reintegration into society, other community-based interventions and information drives.

The meeting was capped off with the discussion to decide on the schedule of the regular meetings and venue for each council required by the law.

The LSBs, as mandated by the Local Government Code of 1991 and other laws, rules and regulations, provide avenues for meaningful participation through organized representation in various decision-making processes at the local government level.

DILG ZAMBALES JOINS SERBISYO CARAVAN OF BRGY STO. ROSARIO, MASINLOC

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Written by DILG Zambales

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Published: 20 October 2022

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October 19, 2022 ǀ The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Zambales joined the Serbisyo Caravan initiated by the Municipal Retooled Community Support Program (RCSP) Core Team of Masinloc at Barangay Sto. Rosario, Masinloc, Zambales on October 19, 2022.

The Serbisyo Caravan, was conducted in line with the implementation of the second phase of the FY 2022 RCSP, which featured the following free services:

1. Libreng gupit conducted by the Philippine Army
2. The Philippines National Police (PNP) provided the printing of Police Clearance
3. Municipal Health Office (MHO) provided free check-up, gave free vitamins and medicines, and dental check-up and assistance for the citizens of Sto. Rosario.
4. Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO) together with POPCOM provided assistance to indigent senior citizens regarding the Social Pension Program
5. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Community Environment and Natural resources Office (DENR-CENRO) gave free seedlings, and together with the Assessor's Office, gave free advices regarding land issues
6. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) was also present for the registration of PhilSys ID
7. Local Civil Registry (LCR) provided certificates for marriage, births, and deaths.

Provincial Director Martin Porres B. Moral, in his message, emphasized the significance of the program which serves as a bridge to bring the government closer to the people in far-flung communities. “Gusto naming iparamdam sa inyo na mahal na mahal kayo ng Pamahalaan. Hindi lang ang National government ang nandyan, kasama din natin ang Local government upang ihatid ang mga libreng serbisyong ito”, he added.

Present during the caravan were PCOL Fitz A Macariola, Philippine National Police (PNP) Provincial Director, LT COL Jeszer M Bautista, Batallion Commander of the 3rd mechanized Infantry Batallion of the Philippine Army, Situational Awareness and Knowledge Management (SAKM) Cluster Region III representative, Mr. Ferdinand Toledo.

The RCSP adheres to governance principles with the end in view of ensuring social justice and mainstreaming peace and development thrust in the LGU priorities.