ISSUE NO. 11, PIA-AKLAN BALITA, JUNE 1-15, 2019 .pdf

Volume VII

Issue 11

KALIBO, Aklan, (PIA) -- Twentyeight public high schools from various Aklan towns are lucky recipients of computer sets from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) under its Personal Computers for Public School (PCPS) 5 project.

Under the program, each of the recipient schools will receive 10 units of computers, one unit of 3-in-1 Inkjet printer, and 10 units Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).

This good news was shared by DTIAklan OIC Provincial Director Ma. Carmen Iturralde during the monthly press conference with the local media here dubbed “DTI Meets the Media.”

The DTI’s PCPS project is in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd).

The project has 380 beneficiaries from Mindanao and Visayas combined.

In the Visayas, beneficiaries are 126 public high schools, of which 65 schools are in Region 6.

Iturralde said the project is an initiative of the DTI in response to the growing needs of the Knowledge Economy.

She added the project is implemented by the DTI-Resource Generation Management Service, funded by the Government of Japan’s Non-Project Grant Aid Counter Value fund (NPGACVF) with a total grant fund of P2.27 billion from Phases 1 through Phase 4.

KALIBO, AKLAN, (PIA) -- The Commission on Elections (Comelec) here is reminding candidates of the recently concluded May 13 elections, regardless of whether they won or lost, to file their Statement of Contributions and Expenditures (SOCE) on time.

Comelec-Aklan Information Officer Crispin Raymund Gerardo said that under the Comelec Resolution No. 10505 or the Omnibus Rules and Regulations Governing Campaign Finance and Disclosure, all candidates and electoral parties must submit their SOCE within 30 days after elections.

The deadline for filing was set on June 12, 2019 since the midterm elec-

tions were held on May 13. However, the said date falls on a holiday moving the deadline for filing on June 13.

Under the Law, every candidate and treasurer of the political party should submit a full, true and itemized statement of all contributions and expenditures in connection with the election.

Candidates must file at the Comelec office where they filed their certificate of candidacy. The Commission is requiring three hard copies and an electronic copy of SOCE in Excel format and in portable document format file (PDF). The form is downloadable at the Comelec’s official

KALIBO, Aklan, June 3 (PIA) -- The Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPA) here, through its Fisheries Extension and Regulatory Division, together with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Central Office and the Philippine Navy trained scuba divers in Aklan are conducting a two-day underwater clean-up drive in Boracay Island, Malay, Aklan in observance of the Month of the Ocean.

The clean-up drive, which was in coordination with BFAR 6 and the local

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June 1 - 15, 2019 Iturralde also said the computers will be a big help to students in the recipient schools who need not go anymore to computer shops in their respective towns to encode their homework, assignments and school projects.

Recipient schools include four schools from Malinao, three schools each from Banga, Batan, Ibajay, two schools each from Buruanga, Kalibo, Malay, Nabas, New Washington and Tangalan, and one school each from Lezo, Libacao and Numancia. (JBG/ VGV/PIA6 Aklan)

government of Malay, Aklan, happened on May 30 to 31, according to Salome David, assistant provincial agriculturist.

David said the Month of the Ocean is celebrated annually in the Philippines in May by virtue of Presidential Proclamation No. 57 issued in 1999.

According to David, the theme of this year’s observance is “Stand Up, Save our Reefs” which emphasizes the cause and effect relationship of the Filipinos’ action towards the environment and the ecosystem services and goods that the oceans provide to create a flourishing environment.

“In light of the current issues in our coral reefs, we are also highlighting the need to make a stand and save our frontline barriers against coastal calamities,” David added.

Prior to the Boracay underwater clean-up, a short program was conducted on the first day of the activity at the Bantay Dagat Post in Tabon Port, Caticlan, Malay, followed by a series of activities.

An information education campaign (IEC) activity was also conducted in coordination with BFAR to promote clean ocean; marine resource sustainability; and to increase the appreciation and understanding of the public about the various programs and projects especially on coastal and marine environment with primary focus on endangered shells.

(JBG/VGV/PIA6 Aklan)

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ILOILO CITY-- To develop and enhance the market competitiveness of locally produced food products in Region VI through the provision of product packaging services, the DOST VI in partnership with the Iloilo Provincial Government through the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Division of the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO), turned over the packaging and labelingmaterials toforty-nine (49) micro enterprises in the province of Iloilo last May 30, 2019 at Casa Real, General Luna St., Iloilo City.

The materials given during the turnover program include label design prototypes in compliance with the labeling requirements of the Philippines, initial volume of printed label prototypes; and initial volume of packaging materials.

This project in partnership with the Iloilo Provincial Government is already on its 5th year, assisting the 5th batch of beneficiaries from Iloilo.

In th is ev en t, En g r . Row en R. Gelonga, CESO II, DOST VI Regional Director, emphasized the importance of

CAM P PERAL TA, Ja mi n da n , Capiz – A total of 256 candidate soldiers took their oath to serve and secure the people and the country in an opening ceremony here, June 09, 2019.

These aspiring soldiers who will compose the CSC Class 606 and 607 2019 will undergo a rigid Candidate Soldier Course (CSC) cross trained with Jungle Warfare Mountain Operation Course (JWMOC).

The training that will be handled by the training staff of the 3rd Division Training School (3DTS) will instill discipline among candidate soldiers and make them adept in military doctrines, policies and Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs). They will also learn skills in basic weapons and Army Techniques, Tactics and Procedures (TTPs) in order to prepare them to perform duties in the Infantry Squad.

The training will also transform them into reliable, responsive and committed enlisted personnel of the Philippine Army.

Out of 839 registered applicants, only 256 selected aspirants successfully

having a proper packaging system that is not only limited to better visual presentation of the product but a structure that is able to protect, preserve and extend the shelf life of the product.

DirectorGelonga also cited the different firms successfully assisted by DOST VI who started with the packaging and labeling assistance that enabled them to

CAMP PERALTA, Jamindan, Capiz – MGen Dinoh A Dolina, the Commander of the Army’s 3rd Infantry (Spearhead) Division welcomed the homecoming of the 11th Infantry (LapuLapu) Battalion in Negros Island.

“The return of the 11IB will boost the government’s peace campaign in Negros Island and will definitely help in fast tracking our anti-insurgency and clearing efforts in the island,” MGen Dolina said.

11IB, a seasoned Infantry Battalion

Candidate Soldier CL 606 & 607 – 2019 during their reception rites at 3ID Parade Grounds, Camp Peralta, Jamindan Capiz on June 09, 2019

passed the strict and meticulous selection processing standard set by the Philippine Army. Theyunderwent a comprehensive and very competitive selection process that include passing the written, physical, and medical exams, trade test, board interviews, and completed the basic clearances from various government agencies.

Major General Dinoh Dolina, Commander 3ID who served as the keynote speaker led the opening of the training; witnessed by spearhead trooper officers and personnel, parents,

PAGE 02 expand their market and improve their production facilities as the level of service extended by DOST to these firms also increased.

Aside from the said turnover, the agency has also provided seminars and consultancies to the firm-beneficiaries which were conducted last November 2018. Moreover, DOST VIcontinuouslyprovides seminar-workshop on packaging and labeling and the mandatory labelingrequirements of the Philippines, seminar on food safety, and current good manufacturing practice (cGMP) and p ac k ag in g tec h n ic al c on su l tan c y .

(DOST6/JRAGabiota)

especially in fighting against insurgents was formerly stationed at Barangay McKinley, Guihulngan City, Negros Oriental. It was transferred to Zamboanga City in Mindanao two years ago.

MGen Dolina stressed, “With the addition of 11IB in the island of Negros, we shall have five Infantry Battalions; 94th Infantry Battalion in Negros Oriental and the 15th, 62nd and 79th IBs in Negros Occidental working hand in hand to eradicate CPP-NPA Terrorist. And with the return of the 11IB, we are now seeing the faster demise of the terrorist organization in this part of the region soon.”

“We will saturate Negros Island with more troops so we can fill up every inch of the island. Bigger number of troops conducting not only combat operations but also peace and development activities will surely create better results when it comes to our anti-insurgency efforts in Negros,” Dolina highlighted.

Further, the 3ID Commander reiterated its call to the remaining members of the CPP-NPA Terrorist to lay down their arms, abandon senseless armed struggle and go back to the mainstream society. “The government is now mobilizing all concerned agencies to address the root causes of insurgency. It’s about time for those who are already in doubt of their armed movement to return to the folds of law and avail Enhanced – Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) for them to start a new and peaceful life,” he added. (CPT Cenon C. Pancito III (SC) PA/Philippine Army) and friends of the candidate soldiers.

In his message, MGen Dolina reminded the candidates soldiers that entering the military is not just another walk in the park. “Soldiers and warriors are not born, they are made. Soldiery is Continued on page… 03

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not just about courage and muscle, you will also encounter academic, aptitude and emotiuonal challenges. You will be subjected to extreme heat and pressure in order to bring out the best in you.”

Further, Dolina congratulated the CL 606 & 607-2019 for making a lifechanging decision and thanked their parents and relatives for supporting their dreams. (CPT Cenon C. Pancito III (SC) PA/Philippine Army)

website.

Comelec warned that candidates who would fail to submit their SOCE may be charged of administrative offense and fines as provided by the resolution.

For commission of a second or subsequent offense, a higher fine shall be imposed and the offender shall be subject to perpetual disqualification to hold public office.

Except for winning candidates, the deadline of June 13 submission of SOCE is final and will not be extended.

For those who won the elections, they

PAGE 03 could file their SOCEs up to 6 months after the proclamation; however, this may be subject to late fees or penalties and they could not assume office unless they submit their SOCEs. Moreover, the Comelec stressed that if after the deadline and the candidate fail to assume office; a permanent vacancy occurs for which the office shall be filled up in accordance with the Constitution or law.

Gerardo said that submission through registered mail, courier, or messenger services and the likes will not be accepted by the Commission. (LTP/SQPPIA Aklan)