Brgy. Burabud, Laoang N. Samar – The Department of Public Works and Highways Northern Samar Second District Engineering Office (DPWH NSSDEO), in line with its mandate to provide communities with facilities to address their needs and promote public welfare, has successfully completed the Rehabilitation of Rawis Multi-Purpose Building (Covered Court), Phase II Project in Brgy. Rawis, Laoang, Northern Samar.
This project has a contract amount of P22,749,114.78 funded under the General Appropriations Act of FY 2025 under Basic Infrastructure Program. The scope of work includes earthworks; reinforced concrete works; masonry works; plastering; roof framing and roofing; concrete painting; steel and metal painting; fabrication and installation of structural materials; plumbing works including storm drainage, downspouts, and catch basins; and complete electrical works. This project mainly aims to transform the old and damaged covered court to a modern and functional venue for community gatherings and disaster response.
“Dako lat ine saam nga mahibubulig kay yana an mga tawo in mayaon kalamidad, dihan ko na igbubutang, di na adto sa mga bablay an iba, an iba adto sa iskwelahan, yana dihan ko na mabubutang, dikan ma-eentertain ko na, mapapanginanu ko na an mga tawo dihan kay tigda, diri parehas sadto nga bisan la diin nga balay nasarit kami, pag may mga dagko nga balay, nagsasarit kami nga kon pwede maki-istar an ak mga tawo”. The Punong Barangay of Brgy. Rawis, Hon. Miguel Borbon Flores shared his past experiences as a Barangay Captain in the absence of a convenient multipurpose building, stating how helpful this project could be to their community.
The Rawis Multi-Purpose Building (Covered Court) Phase II Project, successfully completed on May 4, 2026, marks a significant milestone for Brgy. Rawis, providing residents with a safe, modern, and functional facility for community activities, social gatherings and sports events, while also serving as a reliable evacuation center when disasters strike. This reflects the agency’s commitment to building resilient infrastructure that truly serves local needs.
According to Brgy. Captain Flores, the facility finally solves years of struggle in finding space for evacuees and gatherings. More than concrete and steel, this covered court stands as a symbol of progress, safety, and unity for the people of Brgy. Rawis. The DPWH-NSSDEO continues to deliver quality infrastructure projects that foster sustainable development and long-term benefits to Second District Northern Samar communities.
Jamaica I. Acebuche – PIO Staff Writer/PR)
