TACLOBAN CITY-The construction of the DPWH Tacloban City District Engineering Office (TCDEO) Annex Building, located at Brgy. 91 Abucay, Tacloban City, is nearing completion.
This project is intended to accommodate the expanding workforce and improve operational efficiency by providing sufficient and conducive facilities for all TCDEO employees.
With a total contract amount of P34,200,470.58 from the General Appropriation Act of 2023, the annex building will provide additional facilities and advanced amenities.
These enhancements are designed to streamline office transactions and create a conducive environment for productivity and service excellence.
“The completion of this project is a notable achievement for TCDEO,” stated Rebecca G. Yuse, District Engineer. “We expect it to not only enhance our day-to-day operations but also support future endeavors in delivering quality service to the community.”
As the project nears completion, TCDEO eagerly anticipates the inauguration of the new Annex Building. This underscores TCDEO’s commitment to improving public service through upgraded facilities and enhanced operational efficiency. (PUBLIC INFORMATION UNIT/PR)
Northern Samar Governor Edwin Ongchuan handed over to Winston Timothy Lluz a cash incentive worth P10,000 for winning gold medal in lawn tennis (men’s double, elementary category).Lluz is one of the two Northern Samar athletes who won medal in the recently held Palarong Pambansa 2024 in Cebu City. (NORTHERN SAMAR PROVINCIAL INFORMATION OFFICE)
Northern Samar Governor Edwin Ongchuan handed over to Winston Timothy Lluz a cash incentive worth P10,000 for winning gold medal in lawn tennis (men’s double, elementary category).Lluz is one of the two Northern Samar athletes who won medal in the recently held Palarong Pambansa 2024 in Cebu City. (NORTHERN SAMAR PROVINCIAL INFORMATION OFFICE)
TACLOBAN CITY – Eastern Visayan athletes who received medals in the recently concluded Palarong Pambansa 2024 held in Cebu City are expected to receive monetary incentives.
Among those who first received cash incentives are elementary and secondary athletes from the Department of Education City Division of Baybay.
Schools Division Superintendent (SDS) Manuel Albaño and Assistant SDS Josemilo Ruiz awarded the cash incentives to John Patrick Loreto in men’s artistic gymnastics and Xian Wynn Calagos in doubles tennis. Both athletes, who clinched gold medals, received a generous cash prize of P10,000.
Additionally, Calagos, who secured a bronze medal in the mixed match tennis category, received an additional P5,000.
“This initiative not only recognizes the hard work and dedication of these talented individuals but also serves as a motivation for future athletes to strive for excellence and bring glory to Baybay City,” a statement from the Baybay City Division said.
Calagos’ coach, Jilson Vertudazo, also received P5,000 in cash incentives for sharing his expertise and guidance with the student athletes.
Also expected to receive financial incentives are Palaro medalists from Ormoc City and Northern Samar through their respective local government units.
In Ormoc City, gold medalists in individual categories are to receive P50,000, P30,000 for silver medalists, and P20,000 for bronze medalists.
Medalists in team categories will be receiving P 100,000 for those who won gold, P50,000 for silver, and P40,000 for bronze.
In Northern Samar province, medalists will receive P 10,000 for gold, P7,000 for silver, and P4,000 for bronze in individual categories. Pair event athletes will receive P20,000 for gold, P14,000 for silver, and P8,000 for bronze.
Coaches will also receive cash incentives from the provincial government. For individual categories, coaches will receive P5,000 if their athletes receive gold, P3,500 for silver, and P2,000 for bronze.
For pair categories, coaches will receive P10, 000, P7,000, and P4,000 for gold, silver, and bronze, respectively. (ROEL T. AMAZONA)
TACLOBAN CITY – At least 30 former New People’s Army (NPA) members from Matuguinao, Samar will soon own a housing unit through the “Saad nga Balay” program.
Mayor Aran Boller said that a groundbreaking ceremony was held on June 19, coinciding with the celebration of the 59th founding anniversary of the town.
The housing project, located within the town proper, is funded by the provincial government of Samar. Each housing unit costs P250,000, has a land area of 7 x 7 meters, and features a semi-concrete design.
Mayor Boller mentioned that land preparation is currently ongoing to ensure the area is not prone to flooding, considering its low-lying location.
The municipality has about 50 former rebel surrenderees who are qualified for the housing project, but currently, funding is available for only 30 units. “The priority to receive these houses are former combatant rebels,” Mayor Boller said.
He added that providing decent houses symbolizes the commitment to inclusive growth and reconciliation. It also aims to help former rebels build a better future, fostering hope and stability as they reintegrate into a normal community.
The Saad nga Balay housing project was conceptualized by 801st Brigade Commander BGen Lenart Lelina and first implemented in San Jose de Buan, also in Samar.
This project is a collaboration between the local government and national agencies, aiming to provide affordable housing and support for former rebels in their reintegration into society.
The construction of the housing units is led by the military and assisted by partners from various national government agencies, including former rebels.
Aside from housing assistance, former rebels undergo skills training, education, and community development programs while waiting for the completion and turnover of their homes.
As of now, the housing project, implemented through a “bayanihan” concept, has three project sites in Samar province and two in Eastern Samar. These are in the towns of San Jose de Buan, Calbiga, and Matuguinao in Samar, and the municipalities of Dolores and Can-avid in Eastern Samar.
The Matuguinao Saad nga Balay project is targeted for completion by next year. (ROEL T. AMAZONA)
MATAG-OB, Leyte-The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Leyte 4th District Engineering Office (DEO), led by OIC – District Engineer Rosita A. Tinawin and Assistant District Engineer Peter Scheler V. Soco, conducted an outreach program to three schools in Matag-ob, Leyte which are situated in remote/depressed areas on Monday, July 15, 2024. This initiative is part of the nationwide campaign of the District Engineers League of the Philippines (DELP) titled: “Gamit Pang-eskwela, Handog ay Saya”, now on its eighth year.
Timed perfectly with the upcoming school opening on July 29, 2024, the office through the outreach program distributed a variety of school supplies, including backpacks, notebooks, and writing materials as well as other essential items like umbrellas, raincoats, slippers, lunchboxes, and tumblers. The children were also provided with snacks and food packs during the activity.
The selected schools, each benefitting from the program, were Cambadbad Elementary School headed by Ms. Gloria Elaine P. Marquez with 60 students, San Dionesio Elementary School led by Mr. Jimmy D. Montealto with 59 students, and Naulayan Elementary School under the guidance of Ms. Jona Labartine educating 107 students. All three schools cater to students from kindergarten to Grade 6. (PR)
ORMOC CITY-Three persons were arrested by local police for illegal logging at around 1:52 pm on July 13, in the mountainous area of Barangay Santol, San Miguel, Leyte.
The suspects were identified as alias “Samuel”, 46, with a live-in partner, a laborer, and a resident of Brgy. Libtong; alias “Chris”, 33, married, a laborer, and a resident of Sitio Pikasa Brgy. Libtong; and alias “Josh”, 22, single, a laborer, and a resident of Brgy. Bahay.
According to police, they received a tip from a concerned citizen about illegal tree cutting in Brgy. Santol at approximately 12:15 pm on July 13.
Following the tip, personnel led by Police Major Ronald Espina proceeded to the reported location to investigate. Upon arrival at around 1:52 pm, the team caught the suspects in the act of cutting Kili-Kili lumber.
The suspects presented a certification from the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) of San Miguel dated June 18, 2024, along with other related documents.
However, upon inspection, it was found that the permits did not match the actual location where the Kili-Kili tree was being cut.
The permit indicated Brgy. Bahay, also in San Miguel and not Brgy. Santol.
The suspects also claimed that their chainsaw had a permit, but it was in the possession of their employer.
Consequently, the police arrested the suspects and were then brought to the San Miguel Municipal Police Station for documentation and proper disposition, along with one Stihl chainsaw for verification.
The five pieces of illegally cut Kili-Kili lumber were left at the site for an ocular inspection and proper scaling by the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office(CENRO- 8) personnel.
While at the police station, a certain alias “Avery”, 47, married, a farmer, and a resident of Brgy. Cayare, San Miguel presented a certificate of chainsaw registration purportedly issued by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources dated February 23, 2022. However, it was discovered that the registration was already expired effective Feb. 23,2024.
The confiscated Stihl chainsaw and the five pieces of illegally cut Kili-Kili lumber were turned over to the CENRO 8 office for proper disposition. (ROBERT DEJON)
CATARMAN, Northern Samar –The Department of Public Works and Highways-Northern Samar First District Engineering Office (DPWH-NSFDEO) has completed the construction of a P6.28 million one-storey, two-classroom school building at Washington Elementary School in Brgy. Washington, Catarman, Northern Samar.
The project involves the complete construction of a one-storey, two-classroom school building with a total floor area of 200.91 sq.m., including clearing and grubbing, embankment, and CHB gutter.
Each classroom is equipped with essential amenities, including a handwashing area, window grills at the front and rear windows, a parapet wall, and comfort rooms. The facility also features ramps with handrails to ensure accessibility for people with disabilities (PWD).
District Engineer Alvin A. Ignacio highlighted the importance of the new infrastructure for the school.
“The completion of this school building will provide a significant improvement to the learning conditions for our Grade 3 and Grade 6 students. Ensuring a secure and conducive environment for learning is essential for their academic and personal development.”
Meanwhile, Ral C. Pito, principal at Washington Elementary School, expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the newly constructed classrooms.
“On behalf of Washington Elementary School, we extend our deepest thanks to the DPWH for providing us with two additional classrooms. This project is a significant boon for our students, offering much-needed space and facilities. The new building will accommodate our Grade 6 students, as we now have two sections for Grade 6, and one section for Grade 3, in response to our steadily increasing enrollment. This timely addition is greatly appreciated.”
The completion of this project showcases DPWH-NSFDEO’s commitment to improving educational facilities and fostering students’ academic development through essential infrastructure.
The project commenced on November 20, 2023, and was completed on May 15, 2024, as part of the Department of Education’s Basic Education Facilities Fund (BEEF) for FY 2023. (ANALIZA A. PABIA, PIO ALTERNATE/PR)
