PALO, Leyte– The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 1st District Engineering Office (L1st DEO) announced substantial progress in the construction of a two-storey Records Building for the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue Region No. 14 (RR-14), located at the Government Center, this town.

As of March 2025, the project has reached 84% completion, reflecting the agency’s commitment to delivering quality infrastructure within schedule. Construction began on September 26, 2024, and the facility is slated for completion in the second quarter of 2025.
Funded under the 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA) with a total allocation of P45.06 million, the new building is designed to enhance the BIR’s operational capacity and record-keeping efficiency in the region.

District Engineer Mark Anthony Alejo emphasized the importance of the project in strengthening government service delivery:

“The 2-storey Records Building will be instrumental in improving the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s operational efficiency, providing a dedicated space for proper record-keeping and streamlined processes,” he said.

Once completed, the facility is expected to significantly contribute to organized, accessible, and secure documentation processes, ultimately improving the quality of public service for taxpayers across Eastern Visayas.

This project is part of DPWH’s broader mandate to support national agencies through modern, resilient infrastructure that promotes transparency, efficiency, and accountability in government operations.

(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)

CATARMAN, Northern Samar– The Department of Public Works and Highways Northern Samar First District Engineering Office recently completed another one-storey, three-classroom school building at Acereda Integrated School in Brgy. Acereda Bobon Northern Samar.

The newly constructed 290.17-square-meter facility is equipped with electrical utilities, lighting, toilets, a PWD-accessible ramp with handrails and a handwashing area.

The scope of work includes CHB gutter, removal of structures & obstruction, embankment, removal of trees, clearing & grubbing, detached handwashing at school entrance, window grill on the front and rear, a parapet wall and water pumping system with concrete platform.

District Engineer Alvin A. Ignacio explained that the new facility was constructed with an elevated foundation, considering the area’s vulnerability as a low-lying location.

Teacher Rhea Alo, the president of the Teachers’ Club at Acereda Integrated school, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the construction of the new classrooms.

“I am very thankful to the Department of Public of Works and Highways and to the DepEd for building 3 Classrooms. It has great impact to our school community and of course to our learners. I can still recall how difficult the teaching life of my colleagues, I could I still remember na nasa-makeshift lang kami, din ang iba, dalawang klase sa isang classroom and now we are so blessed that our request has been granted.”

Teacher Rhea further stated that hearing feedback from the parents has been heartwarming.

“Hearing different feedbacks from the parents; 1st sabe nila that “Ay salamat mas maupay na kuno an classroom san amon mga kabataan, mayaon na sira mas dako-dako nga classroom, may CR.”

Teacher Rhea also appreciated the elevated features of the classrooms.

“Ngan pinakana-appreciate ko siton nga classroom it is actually elevated because Acereda Integrated School is located in a low-lying area, so we are very prone to flooding, even just a short period of rain. If its heavy we are going to experience about knee-deep floods. So, iton nga building dako an bulig kay hataas siya deri makukurian an amon kabataan specially that it is actually intended for our kindergarten and grade 1 learners-our primary students.”

The project, with a total cost of P9.91 million, was funded under the Department of Education’s (DepEd) Basic Educational Facilities Fund (BEFF) FY 2024.

(ANALIZA A. PABIA,PIO DESIGNATE/PR)

ORMOC CITY– Maintenance field workers of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 4th District Engineering Office (DEO) rendered overtime work to conduct square and patch activities along the Ormoc-Albuera Diversion Road, including the approach of Anilao Bridge along the Palo-Carigara-Ormoc Road.

The team addressed surface deterioration, including potholes and delamination, which pose hazards to motorists. The maintenance works were strategically scheduled after regular hours to minimize daytime traffic disruptions and help decongest the flow of vehicles along the busy route.

These road sections are vital corridors within the district’s road network and through timely preventive maintenance, the DPWH Leyte 4th DEO aims to ensure the continued safety, functionality, and longevity of these infrastructures. (PR)

NSSDEO, Brgy. Burabud, Laoang, Northern Samar – On March 7, 2025, at the Mezzanine Floor of the Bureau of Maintenance in Manila, Mr. Gene Ryan A. Altea, Director IV of the DPWH – Bureau of Maintenance, led an engaging in-person session to prepare the CY 2025 Annual Maintenance Work Program/Preparation Budget (AMWP/PB) Preparation. This gathering aimed to meticulously plan for the repair and maintenance of our national roads, bridges, and road safety facilities.

The meeting was a productive platform designed to tackle and resolve the various concerns raised by district engineering offices regarding the Annual Maintenance Work Program/Performance Budget preparations. The objective was clear: to ensure that each district’s proposal adhere to the specific guidelines concerning the source and classification of maintenance activities, as outlined in Secretary Manual M. Bonoan’s memorandum dated January 28, 2025.

Additionally, this event included discussions on preparing the AMWP/PB for the General Appropriations Act (GAA) release and the first round of additional funding. Representatives from regional and district engineering offices participated, including Engr. Christian Dave C. Pangandoyon and Engr. Danny M. Pillado, Jr., of the Maintenance Section of this office, adding their expertise to the session.

(dpwh8/nssdeo/krf/jmp)