The Goodwill October-December 2013 by LGU-Tacurong City

LGU-Tacurong City Awards in 2013 October - December 2013

22nd among Top 50 Most Competitive Cities, National Competitiveness Council Sandugo Kabalikat, National Voluntary Services Program, DOH XII Most Outstanding LGU in Riparian Zone Management Program Implementation for Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation, Allah Valley Landscape Development Alliance Best Prepared City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, Regional DRRM Council & Office of Civil Defense XII TRACER, Best Prepared Volunteer Group, Regional DRRM Council & Office of Civil Defense XII Scroll of Honor, Philippine Red Cross

Vol. II Issue No. 4

GOODWILL 1

See stories on pp. 8-9

October - December 2013

The Official Publication of the City Government of Tacurong

LGU-Tacurong 22nd among 2012 Top 50 Most Competitive Cities of the National Competitive Council In the photo, City Mayor Lina O. Montilla receives the plaque of recognition from City DILG Officer Alberto Sero and City Planning and Development Coordinator Jaime Cedullo in a turnover ceremony on December 9, 2013. Tacurong City was also ranked 8th among LGUs with the least number of steps—with its 3 steps— required for processing business renewals.

TACURONG STRENGTHENS ANTI-SMOKING ORDINANCE by Jezereel Louise C. Billano

Ordinance No. 13, Series 2012 or the Ordinance Regulating the Smoking in Public Places and Prohibiting Smoking for Minors in the City of Tacurong was amended into Ordinance No. 05, Series of 2013 or the Comprehensive Tobacco/Smoking Control Ordinance of the City of Tacurong. The amendments were enacted through Resolution No. 113, Series of 2013 which was unanimously approved by the 6th Sangguniang Panlungsod on December 11, 2013. It is yet to be approved by the provincial legislative council. The new ordinance strictly prohibits the use of tobacco products or electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), popularly known as e-cigarettes in public and government areas, offices, and vehicles whether moving or

stationery. Business establishments are allowed to designate smoking areas as per required by Section 7 of the ordinance. All government premises shall have no designated smoking areas. Also, sale and distribution of tobacco products and e-cigarettes to minors is prohibited under the city’s Comprehensive Smoking Control Ordinance. Violators must pay a P500-fine. The ordinance also bans tobacco advertisements, promotion and sponsorships in the city. Violators of this provision are subject to P1,000-fine (first offense); P3,000 (second offense); and P5,000 (third offense). Violators who are unable or unwilling to pay the fines are required to render community service to the LGU. Cont’d on p. 2

LGU’s free surgery benefits 52 clients in 2013 by Allan S. Freno

Fifty-two indigent city residents in need of surgery availed of the annual Free Surgical Outreach Program of the city government in 2013. The surgical mission catered to cases ranging from ovarian mass, myoma and adnexal mass to hernia, goiter, gall bladder stones, and harelip among others. The surgical program, already in its eighth year of implementation, was supported by the Cotabato Regional Medical Center (CRMC) Surgical Team, Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (Philhealth), and Sandig Clinic and Hospital. Vice Mayor Joseph Lechonsito had been a pillar in the implementation of the surgical mission.

Cont’d on p. 6

GOODWILL

October - December 2013

Why go Tobacco Free? Choosing to be tobacco free could be one of the most important decisions you ever make. Quitting smoking will help you live a longer, healthier life as well as help protect the health of your family and friends. Giving up smoking can be difficult, but a tobacco-free lifestyle offers many benefits – benefits that will last a lifetime. Smoking contributes to a number of serious and often disabling diseases including lung cancer and other types of cancer, heart disease, stroke and chronic lung disease. Even if you’re a long-time smoker, quitting now could help prevent serious illness and add years to your life. And if you’ve tried to quit before and weren’t successful, don’t be discouraged. Try again. Many people have tried to quit more than once before they succeed. Because secondhand smoke can cause cancer, heart disease and other illnesses in people who don’t smoke, your spouse, your children, other family members or friends who breathe your smoke are at risk. Children who are exposed to tobacco smoke are more likely to experience sudden infant death syndrome, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, asthma and other respiratory problems. While the most important benefit of quitting smoking is preventing disease and early death, there are many other advantages as well: 1. You’ll have fresher breath, whiter teeth and better smelling hair and clothes. 2. Your sense of smell with return to normal, and food will taste better. 3. The discoloration of your fingers and fingernails will disappear. 4. You’ll be able to do normal activities such as climb stairs, do house and yard work and keep up with your kids and grandkids without losing your breath. 5. You’ll feel free to go to restaurants, theatres, sports arenas and other public facilities where smoking isn’t permitted. 6. You won’t have to worry about exposing your family members and friends to your secondhand smoke. 7. You will no longer spend time and energy worrying about when you’ll be able to get your next nicotine “fix.” http://health.mo.gov/

SMOKE-FREE TACURONG Cont’d from p. 1

“It is necessary for us to impose stricter laws and to enforce them so that the people will also take this matter seriously,” said Councilor Psyche M. Sucaldito, author of the ordinance. With the help of all the sectors, LGU-Tacurong hopes to reduce the risks of first, second, and third hand smoke in the city. “Everyone has the right for a clean air. I hope that everyone will also assume responsibility to making our city smoke-free in the years to come,” she added. Anti-smoking advocates in the City of Tacurong are now looking forward to the 28th of February 2014. On Feb 28, LGU-Tacurong City will officially launch its massive anti-smoking campaign supported by its strengthened Comprehensive Tobacco/Smoking Ordinance. . To highlight the ‘big day’, LGU-Tacurong will sponsor the Smoke-Free Post-Valentine Concert along with other advocacy activities. The city’s Anti-Smoking Task Force headed by Mayor Lina O. Montilla scheduled this event during the Smoke Enforcers Training on December 14, 2013 in General Santos City. The training allowed the task force to plan implementation strategies and activities based on the city’s existing anti-smoking legislations. “The city government is eager to take serious measures that will stop tobacco consumption - the single most preventable cause of death today,” said Mayor Lina O. Montilla. The Local Government Code of 1991 (R.A. 7160) mandates every local government unit to promote general welfare within its coverage area, which includes health and safety of its constituents. To know more about the provisions of the city’s Comprehensive Tobacco/Smoking Control Ordinance, join the Smoke-Free Post-Valentine Concert on Feb. 28, 2014 or contact LGU-Tacurong through www.facebook.com/ cityoftacurong.

EDITORIAL BOARD

SANDUGO KABALIKAT In the photo, the Philippine Councilors League-Tacurong City Chapter receives the certificate of recognition as Sandugo Kabalikat from the National Blood Services Program of the Department of Health XII. DOH XII recognized the local government unit of Tacurong City, Mayor Lina O. Montilla, and the Philippine Councilors League-Tacurong City Chapter as Sandugo Kabalikat for their support to the agency’s program which ‘resulted to immeasurable success in maing safe blood available’. The certificates of recognition were awarded on December 3, 2013 in Kidapawan City. Tacurong Blood Donors Day and Dugong Konsehal blood-letting activities are annually conducted in Tacurong. In July, the Philippine Red Cross also awarded the LGU with the Scroll of Honor, a national award, for its support to the National Blood Services Act of 1994. Jezereel Billano

Consulting Editor Allan S. Freno Managing Editor Jezereel Louise C. Billano Writer Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano. Contributor Romulo D. Paclibar Ph.D. Layout Jezereel Louise C. Billano Photography Jorjohn Cajandig. Joselito Cajandig Jr. Paul Allan Aque Proofreaders Laila S. Gulmayo-Pelaez. Toni Ann M. Ayco-Suboc Editorial Advisers Lina O Montilla. Eduardo K. Nicolo www.tacurong.gov.ph Tri-Media Room, 2nd Floor, City Hall Building, Tacurong City 9800

October - December 2013

GOODWILL 3

Allan S. Freno

In the wake of the typhoon devastation in the Visayas that cost thousands of lives and to sympathize with the victims’ families, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Tacurong decided to cancel some spectacles in the Inugyunay Festival, including the much-anticipated fireworks display. On November 26, Mayor Lina Montilla and other city officials went to typhoon-hit Iloilo and Capiz. They personally handed the cash assistance worth P800 thousand to the mayors of the typhoonhit towns and cities. Of said amount, P100 thousand each was given to Passi City in Iloilo Province and Roxas City in Capiz. Twelve towns of Iloilo also received P50 thousand each. The city officials also brought the P20,000.00 donated by the FilipinoChinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. Mayor Montilla was joined by Vice Mayor Joseph Lechonsito, Councilor Psyche Sucaldito, Councilor Rodrigo Jamorabon, Councilor Welson Ferrer and former ABC President Silvestre Llanto.

Tacurong City Employees Association (TACEA) president Amelia Bochorno also joined the group to hand over the association’s assistance amounting to P160 thousand. This is donated through the Philippine Independent Public Sector Employees Association (PIPSEA) as aid to fellow government employees. Relief packs such as food, clothing, hygiene kits and wireless cellphone chargers donated by employees and private individuals and organizations have also been delivered to affected areas through the LGU’s City Social Welfare and Development Office. Meanwhile, the decision of the Inugyunay Festival Committee to cancel some of the big events in the Christmas festival in December is seen as a fitting way of commiserating with the families of typhoon victims who are still grieving the death of their loved ones and loss of their properties. However, aside from the spectacular

Staff of LGU-Roxas facilitates documents during the turnover of aid from the city government of Tacurong in Roxas City Hall Building on November 27, 2013.

fireworks display, other events in the festival including the nightly presentations, will still push through. Mayor Montilla said that observing the annual Inugyunay Festival without the lavish celebration is one of our simple ways of sympathizing with our fellow Filipinos ravaged by the super typhoon in the Visayas. As of December 16 report of the National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC) Super Typhoon Yolanda’s fatalities have already reached 6,069 with 890,895 displaced families.

E-Bamboo Processing Center launched in Tacurong Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

The Talakudong Bamboo Craft Makers Association was one of the recipients of the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) project dubbed as “Shared Service Facility (SSF)” – through the E-Bamboo processing center – for MSMEs which was launched last October 14, 2013 at Villarde Compound, San Pablo, Tacurong City. Attended by members of the Talakudong bamboo producers and processors, regional and provincial representatives from DTI, and representatives from the local government unit of Tacurong, the launch put emphasis on the proponent-cooperator-beneficiary partnership as well as the advantages and opportunities derived from having the facilities provided for MSME’s such as the pole cutter, twin ripsaw, and treatment vat. Ma. Teresa T. Chua, Senior Trade and Industry Development Specialist of DTI Region XII, said in her inspirational message that if the association manages to progress with the primary equipment given, they could extend help for product development through trainings in order for them to be competent in the market. After the presentation of equipment and signing of the Memorandum of Agreement, President of Talakudong Producers and Processors Gerry Palmes expressed his appreciation and thanks as this assistance would mark a good change in the industry they are in. Furthermore, Josephine M. Ubaldo, Community Training and Employment Coordinator, said that financial assistance may be given when development is observed. The total cost for the equipment is Php 400,000.00.

Project PAGLAUM family-beneficiaries undergo orientation-familiarization Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

Representatives of 40 family-beneficiaries attended the orientation-familiarization of Project PAGLAUM – Panata at Adhikain Gutom ay wakasan Lingap, edukasyon, kalusugan, Asal na mabuti ay isulong at Ugaling makamtan ay Malinis, matiwasay at maunlad na pamayanan -- on 23 November, GSP Training Hall, Tacurong City. Project PAGLAUM is Tacurong City’s program for the Millennium Development Goals Family-based Actions for Children and their Environs in the Slums or MDG-FACES of the United Nations. Tacurong City, as a dynamic partner of the National Government through the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) selected 40 families from the slums – identified in Purok 11 of Barangay Poblacion – to improve their quality of life specially the children. The objective of this project is to achieve all eight MDG goals and to improve the lives of the beneficiaries. During the program, Mr. Alberto Sero, City Local Government Operations Officer, said that the only requirement of the program for its beneficiaries is their commitment and their trust. He also mentioned that the program is somehow alike to City Hall sa Barangay, but more focused on a smaller community, the purok.

The whole-day event included several team building activities that allowed interaction among the members of the project, full-length information of the MDG FACES, the election of officers, and enrolment of children beneficiaries. In the concluding portions of the activity, the beneficiaries, project heads and members, partners, together with City Mayor Lina O. Montilla, Hon. Psyche M. Sucaldito (SP Member and MDG FACESPMT Leader), Mr. Albert Sero (CLGOO), Mr. Jaime Cedullo (City Planning and Dev’t Coordinator), and Miss Nancy Bawe (CSWD representative), signed the Pledge of Commitment Wall to manifest their dedication on the project. Mayor Montilla hopes for the success of the program for it to serve as an inspiration to other places in terms of implementation of this UN project. The Memorandum of Agreement was signed on September 12, 2013 at the Bayview Park Hotel, Manila. Present at the MOA signing were Hon. Lina O. Montilla, Local Government Government Academy (LGA) of the DILG, represented by LGA Executive Director Marivel C. Sacendoncillo and DILG XII, represented by OIC Regional Director Reynaldo M. Bungubung.

A mother of a Project PAGLAUM family-beneficiary participates in the series of workshop activities on November 23, 2013.

LGU FULL BUDG AS OF DECEM

GOODWILL Fund: 200 (Special Education Fund)

Fund: 100 (General Fund)

Cash Flow From Operating Activites Cash Inflows

Cash Flow From Operating Activites Cash Inflows Collection from Taxpayers Share from Internal Revenue Collection

Ͳ Ͳ

Receipts from Sale of Goods and Services Interest Income

Ͳ 25,161.65

Dividend Income Other Receipts

Ͳ 13,721,756.21 13,746,917.86

Collection from Taxpayers

29,467,951.08

Share from Internal Revenue Collection

273,037,274.00

Receipts from Sale of Goods and Services

3,665.00

Interest Income

2,396,309.60

Dividend Income

Other Receipts

72,419,179.07

Total Cash Inflow Cash Outflows

Total Cash Inflow

377,324,378.75

Payments Ͳ

Cash Outflows Payments Ͳ To Creditors/Suppliers

124,077,180.38

To Employees

87,172,253.78

Interest Expenses

(425.19)

Other Expenses

130,244,143.98

Total Cash Outflow

Cash Inflows From Collection of Principal on Loans to Other Entities

Total Cash Inflow

To Purchase of Debt Securities of Other Entities

To Grant/Make Loan to Other Entities

Total Cash Outflow

83,251,806.53

From Acquisition of Loan

40,000,000.00

Total Cash Inflow

40,000,000.00

05Ͳ2628Ͳ13/CONC DOÑA AURORA STREET

Interest Expenses

06Ͳ3192Ͳ13/CONC NEW LAGAO

3,751,490.07 10,111,438.42

07Ͳ3820Ͳ13/CONC DEL PILAR ST.ͲPOBLACION

Payment of Loan Amortization of Loan

6,786,985.41

Total Cash Outflow

6,786,985.41

Subtotal

DEV'T FUND Ͳ LOANS EQUITY

Interest ExpenseͲHeavy Equipment 02Ͳ1144Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

2,340,145.01

To Purchase of Debt Securities of Other Entities

SEF FUND UTILIZATION For the Quarter ending December 31, 2013 Acct Code 1,135,593.51 3,992,144.60 7,652.70 3,999,797.30

3.0 EXPENDITURES 5.0.a Personal Services Salaries and Wages Ͳ Regular Pay Salaries and Wages Ͳ Casual

701 705

599,146.00 708,792.95

Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (PERA) Longevity Pay Cash Gift Year End Bonus Life and Retirement Insurance ContributionsͲG.S. PAGͲIBIG Contributions

711 722 724 725 731 732

147,909.11 20,000.00 46,500.00 50,767.50 112,842.41 15,000.00

PHILHEALTH Contributions ECC Contributions Terminal Leave Benefits

733 734 742

11,150.00 7,614.45 Ͳ 1,719,722.42

5.0.b Maintenance & Other Operating Expenses Traveling Expense Ͳ Local ͲTranings & Sem. Ͳ Sports Dev't ͲTRAININGS & SEMͲDISTRICT OFFICE ͲTRAINING INSET

751 753Ͳ1 753Ͳ3 753Ͳ4

131,595.00 483,856.00 354,542.57 78,490.00

Office Supplies Expense Textbooks and Instructional Materials Expense Other Supplies Expenses

755 763 765

26,925.00

Water Expenses Electricity Expenses Telephone Expenses Ͳ Landline Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲTacurong Pilot Elem. Sch Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲSan Emmanuel Elem. Sch Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲPedregosaͲAcosta Elem.

766 767 772 812Ͳ02 812Ͳ04 812Ͳ05

24,250.00 70,897.68 20,409.75 147,336.59

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲSan Emmanuel High Sch Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲNew Isabela Central Sc

79,545.00

23,957.98

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲRajah Muda Elem. Schoo

812Ͳ07 25,000.00 812Ͳ10 39,876.35 812Ͳ12 25,000.00

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲUpper Katungal Elem. S Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲMa. Bayya Elem. School Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲKalandagan Elem. Schoo

812Ͳ14 6,300.00 812Ͳ15 40,000.00 812Ͳ16

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲHector Lacson Elem. Schoo Repair & MaintͲSchool School Buildings BuildingsͲLourdes Lourdes Pama Elem. Elem Sch Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲLancheta Elem. School

812Ͳ17 39,912.74 812Ͳ18 24 24,944.50 944 50 812Ͳ19 22,971.60

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲDr. M. Grino Mem. Cent Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲBuenaflor Elem. School Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲA.H. Eliseo Elem. School Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲMa. A.Montilla Elem. School Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲTina Elem. School Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲSan Rafael Elem. Schoo Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲCasilda P. Venus elem. Other Maintenance and Operating Expenses ͲALIVE

812Ͳ23 812Ͳ25 812Ͳ26 812Ͳ27 812Ͳ28 812Ͳ30 812Ͳ35

969Ͳ12 40,000.00

ͲCULTURAL ENHANCEMENT ͲALS ͲJOB ORDER SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

969Ͳ18 969Ͳ19 969Ͳ20

04Ͳ1627Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 04Ͳ1991Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 07Ͳ3239Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 07Ͳ3237Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

07Ͳ3980Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

2,340,145.01 Acct Code 1,135,593.51

09Ͳ4844Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

25,000.00 24,650.78 24,878.43 25,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00

159,612.25 62,939.65 57,453.54 2,256,306.12

10Ͳ5138Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

(2,340,145.01)

10Ͳ5139Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 12Ͳ7385Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

Interest ExpenseͲNEW Acquisition Heavy Equipmen

591 664

01Ͳ0546Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

3,992,144.60 7,652.70 3,999,797.30

From Issuance of Debt Securities

From Acquisition of Loan

5.0.a Personal Services Total Cash Inflow Salaries and Wages Ͳ Regular Pay 701 Cash Outflows Salaries and Wages Ͳ Casual 705 Retirement/Redemption of Debt Securities 711 Personnel Economic Relief Allowance (PERA)

599,146.00 708,792.95 147,909.11 Ͳ

Longevity Pay Payment of Loan Amortization of Loan Cash Gift Total Cash Outflow Year End Bonus Net Cash from Financing Activities Life and Retirement Insurance ContributionsͲG.S.

722 724 725 731

20,000.00 Ͳ 46,500.00 Ͳ 50,767.50 112,842.41

Add: Cash Balance, Beginning PHILHEALTH Contributions Cash Balance, End ECC Contributions Terminal Leave Benefits

732 733 734 742

15,000.00 11,150.00 7,614.45 Ͳ 1,719,722.42

02Ͳ0858Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 03Ͳ1427Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 04Ͳ1992Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 05Ͳ2472Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 06Ͳ3052Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 07Ͳ3979Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

09Ͳ4845Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 10Ͳ5042Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 10Ͳ5140Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 11Ͳ6235Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE 12Ͳ7005Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE Subtotal

Ͳ 1,295,334.43 11,125,612.03 12,420,946.46

TOTAL DEV'T FUND Ͳ LOANS EQUITY HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Capital Outlay Electrification 05Ͳ2590Ͳ13/ELECTRIFICATION 07Ͳ3794Ͳ13/Electrification alunanͲlambayong Subtotal

Certified correct:

CITY ACCOUNTANT

591 664

Financial Expenses 02Ͳ1018Ͳ13/INTEREST EXPENSE

To Purchase of Property, Plant & Equipment

751 753Ͳ1

131,595.00 483,856.00

753Ͳ3 753Ͳ4 755 763 765 766

354,542.57 78,490.00 26,925.00 79,545.00 24,250.00

Electricity Expenses Telephone Expenses Ͳ Landline

767 772

70,897.68 20,409.75

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲTacurong Pilot Elem. Sch Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲSan Emmanuel Elem. Sch Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲPedregosaͲAcosta Elem. Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲSan Emmanuel High Sch Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲNew Isabela Central Sc

812Ͳ02 812Ͳ04 812Ͳ05 812Ͳ07 812Ͳ10

147,336.59

ͲTRAINING INSET 151,196,838.88 Office Supplies Expense Textbooks and Instructional Materials Expense Other Supplies Expenses Water Expenses

2.0 INCOME Special education Tax Interest Income

11Ͳ6665Ͳ13/CONST/OPENING BRGY ROADSͲKA

12Ͳ6960Ͳ13/CONCRETING BRGY ROADSͲNEW IS

Total Cash Inflow

ͲTRAININGS & SEMͲDISTRICT OFFICE 165,404,405.02

Fund: 200 (Special Education Fund) Account 1.0 BEGINNING BALANCE

11Ͳ5944Ͳ13/CONCRETING BRGY ROADSͲPRK DA

Add: Cash Balance, Beginning

ELMA D. BIDES, CPA

10Ͳ5397Ͳ13/CONST. ROADSͲBOUNDARY SAN PA

From Collection of Principal on Loans to Other Entities

Net Increase in Cash

Certified correct:

09Ͳ4959Ͳ13/Conc Upper Silangan,UK

3,635,479.44

From Sale of Property, Plant & Equipment

33,213,014.59

Cash Balance, End

06Ͳ3191Ͳ13/CONC TINA

TOTAL OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE

5.0.b Maintenance & Other Operating Expenses ELMA D. BIDES, CPA Traveling Expense Ͳ Local CITY ACCOUNTANT (14,207,566.14) ͲTranings & Sem. Ͳ Sports Dev't

Net Cash from Financing Activities

05Ͳ2667Ͳ13/CONC BURGOS STREET 06Ͳ3166Ͳ13/CONC NEW CARMEN

Cash Inflows

Net Increase in Cash PAGͲIBIG Contributions

Cash Outflows Retirement/Redemption of Debt Securities

OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE

3,526,475.72 2,833,472.63

Cash Flow From Financing Activites Special education Tax Interest Income Cash Inflows

Cash Inflows Ͳ

Total Waste Mgt.Dev't Program

To Creditors/Suppliers To Employees

Fund: 200 (Special Education Fund) Account Net Cash from Investing Activities 1.0 BEGINNING BALANCE 2.0 INCOME

Cash Flow From Financing Activites From Issuance of Debt Securities

11Ͳ5968Ͳ13/CONST SANITARY LANDFILLͲUPPER Subtotal

Construction in Progress Ͳ Roads, Highways and Bri

SEF FUND UTILIZATION For the Quarter ending December 31, 2013 To Grant/Make Loan to Other Entities

3.0 EXPENDITURES (83,251,806.53)

Net Cash from Investing Activities

Other Property, Plant and Equipment

Cash Outflows

Cash Outflows 83,251,806.53

Motor Vehicles SANITARY LANDFILL

Capital Outlay

Total Cash Outflow

To Purchase of Property, Plant & Equipment

Capital Outlay

Cash Flow From Investing Activites

Waste Mgt.Dev't Program

12Ͳ6815Ͳ13/CONCRETING ROADSͲBRGY. GRIÑO

35,831,225.80

From Sale of Property, Plant & Equipment

Object of Expenditure

Other Expenses Total Cash Outflow Net Cash from Operating Activities

341,493,152.95

Net Cash from Operating Activities

5.0.d Capital Outlay

October - December 2013

TOTAL HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT Capital Outlay

Construction in ProgressͲIrrigation,Canals and L Construction in ProgressͲFlood Controls 09Ͳ4618Ͳ13/Flood Control 09Ͳ4752Ͳ13/Flood Control

10Ͳ5049Ͳ13/Flood Control PK AYAT NHW, NEW

12Ͳ6961Ͳ13/Flood Control BRGY BUENAFLOR 12Ͳ6962Ͳ13/Flood Control POBLACION

12Ͳ7396Ͳ13/Flood Control PK. ROSEͲSAN ANTO 12Ͳ7400Ͳ13/Flood Control BRGY. TINA

12Ͳ7401Ͳ13/Flood Control PK. 6 POBLACION Subtotal

23,957.98 25,000.00 39,876.35

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲRajah Muda Elem. Schoo

812Ͳ12 25,000.00

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲUpper Katungal Elem. S Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲMa. Bayya Elem. School

812Ͳ14 6,300.00 812Ͳ15 40,000.00

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲKalandagan Elem. Schoo Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲHector Lacson Elem. Schoo Repair & MaintͲSchool School Buildings BuildingsͲLourdes Lourdes Pama Elem. Elem Sch Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲLancheta Elem. School

812Ͳ16 812Ͳ17 39,912.74 812Ͳ18 24 24,944.50 944 50 812Ͳ19 22,971.60

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲDr. M. Grino Mem. Cent Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲBuenaflor Elem. School

812Ͳ23 25,000.00 812Ͳ25 24,650.78

Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲA.H. Eliseo Elem. School Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲMa. A.Montilla Elem. School Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲTina Elem. School Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲSan Rafael Elem. Schoo Repair & MaintͲSchool BuildingsͲCasilda P. Venus elem. Other Maintenance and Operating Expenses

812Ͳ26 812Ͳ27 812Ͳ28 812Ͳ30 812Ͳ35

ͲALIVE ͲCULTURAL ENHANCEMENT ͲALS

969Ͳ12 40,000.00 969Ͳ18 159,612.25 969Ͳ19 62,939.65

ͲJOB ORDER SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

969Ͳ20

TOTAL ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT GRAND TOTAL

Prepared by: JOSIE M. GUNAY Administrative Officer IV NOTE: SP RESOLUTION#190 Series of 2012

SP RESOLUTION#075Ͳ2013ͲRe appropriation(Bu

SP RESOLUTION#075Ͳ2013ͲRe appropriation(O

TOTAL APPROPRIATION 20% DEVELOPMENT F

24,878.43 25,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00 25,000.00

Fund: 300 (Trust Fund Consolidation) Cash Flow From Operating Activites Cash Inflows Collection from Taxpayers Share from Internal Revenue Collection

57,453.54 2,256,306.12

Receipts from Sale of Goods and Services Interest Income

5.0.d Capital Outlay School Buildings IT Equipment and Software

212 223

Construction in Progress Ͳ Agency Assets

264

Dividend Income 322,393.96 322,393.96

4.0 BALANCE before Depreciation

836,968.31

Other Receipts Total Cash Inflow Cash Outflows

DepreciationͲOffice Buildings DepreciationͲSchool Buildings Depreciation Ͳ Office Equipment DepreciationͲFuriture and Fixtures DepreciatonͲ IT Equipment Depreciation Ͳ Library Books

911 912 921 922 923 924

695.21 533,976.00 21,583.20 69,430.57 473,846.81 2,700.00

DepreciationͲCommunication Equipment Depreciation Ͳ Sports Equipment DepreciationͲMotor Vehicles

929 935 941

7,010.82 972.00 65,963.57

Other Expenses

Depreciation Ͳ Other Property, Plant & Equipment 5.0 BALANCE after Depreciation (NonͲcash transaction)

950

182,992.13 1,493,105.84 (656,137.53)

Net Cash from Operating Activities

Prepared by: ELMA D. BIDES, CPA City Accountant

Approved by: LINA O. MONTILLA City Mayor

Payments Ͳ To Creditors/Suppliers To Employees Interest Expenses

Total Cash Outflow

Cash Flow From Investing Activites Cash Inflows From Sale of Property, Plant & Equipment From Collection of Principal on Loans to Other Entities Total Cash Inflow Cash Outflows To Purchase of Property, Plant & Equipment To Purchase of Debt Securities of Other Entities To Grant/Make Loan to Other Entities Total Cash Outflow Net Cash from Investing Activities Cash Flow From Financing Activites Cash Inflows From Issuance of Debt Securities From Acquisition of Loan

GET DISCLOSURE October - December 2013 MBER 31, 2013 STATUS OF 20% DEVELOPMENT FUNDͲCURRENT

Appropriation

Allotment

Obligation

Appropriation

Unobligated Balance

DISBURSEMENT

241

300,000.00 300,000.00 Ͳ 1,200,000.00 1,200,000.00

264Ͳ57

5,000,000.00 5,000,000.00 Ͳ

300,000.00 1,200,000.00

310,063.20

4,689,936.80

6,500,000.00 6,500,000.00 Ͳ

1,810,063.20 Ͳ

6,500,000.00 6,500,000.00 Ͳ

1,810,063.20 Ͳ

1902Ͳ16 266

34,000,000.00 34,000,000.00 Ͳ

ABLO & SAN E

15,900,000.00 1,000,000.00

977,068.42

1,000,000.00

979,838.87

850,000.00

700,512.24

1,350,000.00

1,129,419.72

1,350,000.00

1,131,686.77

4,800,000.00

4,737,887.35

1,350,000.00

838,026.78

1,350,000.00

AISY BARAS

1,350,000.00

SABELA

Laterals

1,350,000.00

1,000,000.00

34,000,000.00 34,000,000.00 Ͳ

18,100,000.00 15,900,000.00 10,494,440.15

34,000,000.00 34,000,000.00 Ͳ

18,100,000.00 15,900,000.00 10,494,440.15

1,412,000.00 1,412,000.00 Ͳ

253.97

249,999.97

Subtotal

2,749,999.97

Total Waste Mgt.Dev't Program

2,749,999.97

1,274,952.53

OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE

1902Ͳ16

DECELA

264Ͳ60

1,274,952.53

Construction in Progress Ͳ Roads, Highways and Bridges

266

3,874,260.85 2,500,000.00

03Ͳ1598Ͳ13/ROADS, HIGHWAYS & BRIDGES

109,194.85

Construction in ProgressͲIrrigation,Canals and Laterals

270

2,500,000.00

1,265,066.00

02Ͳ0811Ͳ13/ROADS, HIGHWAYS & BRIDGES 350,000.00

2,462,956.97 109,194.85 Ͳ

03Ͳ1608Ͳ13/IRRIGATION CANAL

250,000.00

07Ͳ3245Ͳ13/drainahe canalͲlancheta

100,000.00

178,573.49 96,695.00

Subtotal

5,499,213.38

2,959,194.85

2,540,018.53

2,847,420.31

TOTAL OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE

5,499,213.38

2,959,194.85

2,540,018.53

2,847,420.31

60,000.00

WATER & SEWERAGE SYSTEM

1902Ͳ19

137,777.78

128,571.43

132,857.14

127,936.51

DEV'T FUND Ͳ LOANS EQUITY

127,936.51

123,015.87

Financial Expenses

123,809.52

119,047.62 588,000.00 588,000.00 Ͳ

TOTAL WATER & SEWERAGE SYSTEM

60,000.00

36,000.00

DBPͲHeavy Equipments

327,956.67

1,428,571.43

32,295.53

10Ͳ5042Ͳ13/LOANS PAYABLE

327,956.67

30,804.97

30,722.16

10Ͳ5138Ͳ13/LOANS PAYABLE

1,428,571.43

29,811.26

11Ͳ6235Ͳ13/LOANS PAYABLE

28,072.27

24,842.72

2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Ͳ

1,779,501.06 220,498.94 1,668,040.06

Fund: 300 (Trust Fund Consolidation)

1902Ͳ30

Cash Flow From Operating Activites 1,004,495.79

Cash Inflows

1,348,849.59

1,192,821.66

997,521.62

681,690.50

Collection from Taxpayers

3,350,867.00 3,350,867.00 Ͳ

2,346,371.21 1,004,495.79 1,874,512.16

3,350,867.00 3,350,867.00 Ͳ

2,346,371.21 1,004,495.79 1,874,512.16

Share from Internal Revenue Collection

5,597,540.97

2,402,459.03

5,597,540.97

TOTAL DEV'T FUND Ͳ LOANS EQUITY

8,000,000.00

5,597,540.97

2,402,459.03

5,597,540.97

HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Electrification

264Ͳ08

250,000.00

Construction in ProgressͲArtesian Wells, Etc

269

50,000.00

300,000.00

Subtotal

TOTAL HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Ͳ Gymnasium

Capital Outlay

4,051,858.78

8,350,000.00 Ͳ 519,931.00

1,350,000.00

500,000.00 Total Cash Inflow 1,350,000.00

1,350,000.00

1,350,000.00 To Creditors/Suppliers

Payments Ͳ 4,000,000.00

25,051,858.78 25,051,858.78 Ͳ

12,650,000.00 12,401,858.78 519,931.00

25,051,858.78 25,051,858.78 Ͳ

12,650,000.00 12,401,858.78 519,931.00

70,902,725.78 70,902,725.78 Ͳ

34,875,872.27 31,336,916.71 14,556,923.37

To Employees Interest Expenses Other Expenses

Total Cash Outflow Net Cash from Operating Activities Cash Flow From Investing Activites Cash Inflows

1,899,810.81 70,902,725.78

1902Ͳ31

264Ͳ01

4,500,030.14 3,687.45

08Ͳ4223Ͳ13/IMP CITY CULTURAL SPORTS CENTER

4,496,342.69

Subtotal

43,149,681.62 43,149,681.62

TOTAL EDUCATION & MANPOWER DEVELOPMENT PURCHASE OF LAND Capital Outlay

Land Ͳ Subtotal

201

Ͳ 1,909,872.26

TOTAL PURCHASE OF LAND GRAND TOTAL

22,165,386.90 20,984,294.72

Ͳ Ͳ

Total Cash Inflow

4,500,030.14

3,339,030.06

4,500,030.14

3,339,030.06

2,080,000.00

23,189,243.49

13,116,765.96

10,072,477.53

11,819,991.34

Certified correct: ELMA D. BIDES, CPA City Accountant

Cash Outflows

To Purchase of Debt Securities of Other Entities

Ͳ Ͳ Ͳ

To Grant/Make Loan to Other Entities

Total Cash Outflow

211,602.97

Account Beginning Balance

(211,602.97)

Cash Flow From Financing Activites

43,149,681.62

Receipt From Trust Fund Total

14,890,176.73 P Ͳ 14,890,176.73

Personal Services

Cash Inflows

43,149,681.62

20,255,514.64

From Issuance of Debt Securities

From Acquisition of Loan

Total Cash Inflow

Maintenance & Other Operating Expenses

Capital Outlay

Cash Outflows

Ͳ Ͳ 1,909,872.26 22,165,386.90 20,984,294.72

Payment of Loan Amortization of Loan

Total Cash Outflow

Net Cash from Financing Activities

211,602.97 Ͳ Ͳ 211,602.97 (211,602.97)

Ͳ 20,772,691.75

Add: Cash Balance, Beginning

10,479,900.46

Cash Balance, End

31,252,592.21

CITY ACCOUNTANT

Medical Assistance

396,774.00

Scholarship Program

7,695,951.00

SubͲTotal

Net Increase in Cash

ELMA D. BIDES, CPA

Financial Expenses

Retirement/Redemption of Debt Securities

Certified correct:

For the Quarter ending December 31, 2013 City of Tacurong

Less: Disbursements ( broken down by expense class and by object of Expensditure)

REPORT OF TRUST FUND (PDAF) UTILIZATION

211,602.97

Net Cash from Investing Activities

3,335,342.61

4,500,030.14

Prepared by: JOSIE M. GUNAY Administrative Officer IV

From Collection of Principal on Loans to Other Entities

3,687.45

1902Ͳ35

20,255,514.64

From Sale of Property, Plant & Equipment

To Purchase of Property, Plant & Equipment

Ͳ 06Ͳ3195Ͳ13/REHAB CITY CULTURAL SPORTS CENTER

Ͳ Ͳ

Cash Outflows 2,000,000.00

1902Ͳ30

Capital Outlay

Interest Income

Other Receipts

327,956.67

8,000,000.00

EDUCATION & MANPOWER DEVELOPMENT

750,000.00

327,956.67

Subtotal

Receipts from Sale of Goods and Services

Dividend Income

54,850,867.00

1,428,571.43

07Ͳ3980Ͳ13/LOANS PAYABLE

24,842.72

14,152,047.97

1,428,571.43

05Ͳ2472Ͳ13/LOANS PAYABLE

28,237.89

City Accountant

327,956.67

04Ͳ1627Ͳ13/LOANS PAYABLE

33,372.05

28,237.89

ELMA D. BIDES, CPA

2,402,459.03 327,956.67

30,142.50

27 27,326.99 326 99

Certified correct:

8,000,000.00

35,939.13

27 27,326.99 326 99

444Ͳ3

02Ͳ0858Ͳ13/LOANS PAYABLE

33,372.05

30,804.97

4,051,858.78

1902Ͳ23

30,142.50

1,779,501.06 220,498.94 1,668,040.06

21,000,000.00 21,000,000.00 Ͳ

36,000.00

35,939.13

2,000,000.00 2,000,000.00 Ͳ

271

35,939.13

28,237.89

4,051,858.78

60,000.00

35,939.13

29,811.26

270

36,000.00

60,000.00

119,047.62

30,804.97

1902Ͳ37

60,000.00

Subtotal

220,244.97

3,350,867.00 3,350,867.00 Ͳ

269

07Ͳ3246Ͳ13/Water SystemͲLancheta

133,333.33

ONIO

FUND

2,500,000.00

269

133,333.33

Ob R Savings)

DISBURSEMENT

264Ͳ37

128,888.89

W CARMEN

udget Savings)

BALANCE

LGU FACILITIESͲNew Passi

128,888.89

123,809.52

264Ͳ08

OBLIGATION

Construction in ProgressͲArtesian Wells, Etc

975Ͳ2

ALLOTMENT

1902Ͳ01

Capital Outlay

1902Ͳ23 975Ͳ1

Class

Waste Mgt.Dev't Program

ALANDAGAN

OͲD. LEDESMA

Object of Expenditure

(Appro less Obligation)

1902Ͳ01

R KATUNGAL

idges

For the Month Ended December 31, 2013

Balance of

250

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STATUS OF 20% DEVELOPMENT FUND-CONTINUING

For the Month Ended December 31, 2013 Class

BALANCE END

8,092,725.00 P 6,797,451.73

Prepared by:

Approved by:

ELMA D. BIDES, CPA

LINA O. MONTILLA

City Accountant

City Mayor

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October - December 2013

Treasury Office achieves 129% tax collection efficiency in 2013 Jezereel Louise C. Billano

The Tacurong City Treasury Office (CTO) has collected at least PhP 77.1M from tax and non-tax revenues for FY 2013. This amount is 129% greater than the FY 2013 target which is PhP 69.2M, reports CTO Administrative Officer Romulo Paclibar. Among the collection strategies that the office employs, Paclibar cited the conduct of house-to-house tax bills distribution and house-to-house collection as the most effective means to achieve collection efficiency. “Sometimes it is not enough to just post notices. We have to reach out (to taxpayers), and we do it in a very professional manner,” Paclibar said. The office also continues to enhance its tax education campaign in coordination with schools and barangays in the city. “We conduct our campaign throughout the year, asking time slots during barangays’ general assembly and parents-teachers meetings,” Paclibar added. By achieving local revenue collection target, the city government is able to sustain its operational expenditures on its programs and projects. According to City Treasurer Jessie P. Batchar, this achievement is a primary effect of the effective implementation of the Local Revenue Code. The city revenue code was amended in 2012 and was fully implemented this year. Tax revenues include real property tax and business and other taxes while non-tax revenues include regulatory fees, service or user charges, and receipts from economic enterprises and other fees.

City Treasury Office IS LGU’s 2013 Best Organizational Unit Jezereel Louise C. Billano

Among 26 LGU offices/sections, the Office of the City Treasury was named Best Organizational Unit 2013 after a year-end Anti-Red Tape Act (ARTA) evaluation conducted on December 5. The City Treasury garnered an average score of 13.23 out of 15, which is equivalent to an excellent rating in the ARTA team’s evaluation checklist. The 9-man LGU ARTA team assessed each office according to: 1) office information, ergonomics, and technology; and 2) human relations and customer service. Office information includes systematic flow of office-client transactions with corresponding fees to make sure that clients are well-informed. This is also a strategy to avoid ‘fixers’. In May 2012, Mayor Lina O. Montilla signed the Administrative Order 01-2012 directing the team to monitor the implementation and sustainability of Tacurong’s Citizen Charter. Tacurong Citizens’ Charter and the Citizens’ Charter or ARTA Team were created in 2009 to establish effective practices to achieve transparency in the city’s operations and services. In 2010, the CSC awarded Tacurong with a Seal of Excellence for being one of the six performing local government units in the Philippines. CSC commended Tacurong for its compliance with ARTA requirements.

SURGICAL MISSION 2013 from page 1

He started it when he was still a member of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and chairperson of the Health Committee. His strong linkage with the CRMC also made it easy for the city government to invite the Regional Center’s competent Surgical Team. Mayor Lina Montilla and the members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod vowed to continue the annual surgical outreach program so that more lives will be saved. Patients who availed of the free surgery were all praises to said health program of the city government that gives primary consideration to their lack of money for operation. If referred to a private hospital and surgeon, a patient would have spent at least P30 Thousand for a surgery. Under the surgical mission program, almost all beneficiaries did not spend a dime for their operation. If not for the surgical outreach program, all 52 patients would have spent more than P1.5 Million for the surgery. For the city government, this is an effective way of saving money and helping your people.

Councilor Sucaldito receives AFP Bayanihan Award 2013 The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) recognized Councilor Psyche M. Sucaldito with the AFP Bayanihan Awards 2013 on December 19. The awarding rites was part of the celebration of the 78th AFP Anniversary. Sucaldito was commended for her partnership with the 33rd Infantry Battalion 6ID PA; 46th Infantry Battalion 8ID PA; 601st Infantry Division; and 1st Mechanized Infantry Battalion Light Armor Division PA in promoting the welfare of the youth and in advocating for environmental protection in and out of the city. Through these partnerships, at least 1000 pupils in Tacuong City, Maguinadanao, and Sultan Kudarat were given books and reading materials. At least 1000 pupils also became recipients of feeding activities. Councilor Sucaldito also spearheaded activities for the environment.: regular Limpto Kalog (Linis Kanal); Tree Planting; and Earth Hour. Other activities supported and sponsored by Coucilor Sucaldito in partnership with the Philippine Army and the city government are: Dugong Konsehal, Blood Donors Day, Brigada Eskwela, and antihuman trafficking campaigns. Jezereel Billano

The annual surgical mission is the brainchild of Vice Mayor Joseph George Lechonsito.

PIA Director General: Maximize social media for nation-building Jezereel Louise C. Billano

Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Director General Jose Mari Oquiñena challenged 76 information officers of local government units and national line agencies in Region XII to take full advantage of social media for nation-building. DG Oquiñena was the keynote speaker during the opening program of PIA XII’s 3-day Seminar-Workshop on e-newsletter Production in General Santos City, 6 November 2013. DG Oquiñena said that it is important to reach out to the online community and mobilize people for social good. According to him, the increasing trend of Internet and social media users in the country is a good reason for government offices to strengthen their online presence. This will allow government offices, through its information officers, to share timely information that will be helpful in empowering people and communities. He also emphasized the importance of stepping up the quality of content uploaded to government websites and social media accounts. Moreover, DG Oquiñena encouraged information officers to share good stories

that would build the hopes of the ‘successor generation’. “We write to inspire people..and to let the young generation see that there is hope for our country,” said DG Oquiñena. PIA XII organized the seminar-workshop to refresh/orient information officers on the necessary skills, knowledge, and tools that will be beneficial in strengthening each agency’s online presence through e-newsletters, social media networks, etc. Among the topics were eNewsletter design and layout; eNewsletter using online templates; maximizing use of new media for government information and development communication; disseminating e-newsletter via hosting sites and maximizing Twitter, FB, blogs, etc. Information officers were also reminded of their emerging roles as social mobilizers, social marketers, and advocates of development. Resource speakers were PIA Central Visayas Regional Director Minerva Neuman and PIA Cebu Information Center Manager Rachelle Nessia.

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B.I.T.E.S. among Top 8 Inter-local Health Zone nationwide Jezereel Louise C. Billano

Gabi ng Pasasalamat ends inugyunay fest 2013.

In the photo, City Mayor Lina O. Montilla encourages sectoral groups to continue working together for the city and to continue to extend help to other areas that have been devastated by natural calamities. The executive arm of the city government led by Montilla recognized the significant contributions of individuals and organizations to the city’s programs and projects in 2013 through the Gabi ng Pasasalamat on December 23. This event was part of the Inugyunay sa Paskwa 2013. Among those recognized were Grace Rafael Ledesma, Tacurong Runners Club, Tacurong Bikers Club, Rotary Club of Tacurong, and Visual Concepts Studio for facilitating interventions for Typhoon Yolanda victims in the Visayas. Barangay councils were also recognized along with the legislative arm of the city government. Heads of offices of the city government were also awarded with plaques of recognition for the services rendered by each office that contributed to the attainment of LGU goals. The city government aims to continue to tap individuals and sectoral groups to expand its services for the people of Tacurong. “It is fitting that we end the Inugyunay Festival with this event of thanksgiving. We may not have a grand fireworks display, but we are assured that the people are united towards sustaining and improving our humble city,” said Montilla. Jezereel Billano

150 job order personnel undergo orientation Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

About 150 personnel under job order contract in the local government participated in the orientation/reorientation spearheaded by the City Human Resource Management Office of Tacurong on September 24-26 and October 1-2, 2013. This event was a five-batch activity scheduled for the different offices in the LGU and was held at the conference room of the Association of Barangay Council Hall. The said orientation envisions to provide newly-hired employees of the essential information regarding Tacurong City, inform them about the policies and regulations being implemented by the city government for conformity, and lastly mold them into better citizens of the City of Goodwill. As for old job order employees, the reorientation was a refresher of the information and subject matters discussed. Five major topics were discussed during the orientation: the history of Tacurong City; the official seal of the Tacurong – its symbol and its meaning; the local government unit policies; the Anti-Red Tape Act (ARTA) and Citizen’s Charter; and public service excellence. This is an annual activity conducted by the CHRM Office headed by Mrs. Nenita G. Albito, MPA.

Inter-Local Health Zone composed of Bagumbayan, Isulan, Tacurong, Esperanza, and Sen. Ninoy Aquino (B.I.T.E.S.) was adjudged as one of the Top 8 health clusters in the country for year 2012. An evaluation team composed of Dr. Anthony Kho, Ma. Olga Bulasa, and Janice Feliciano from the Department of Health (DOH) Central Office conducted a site evaluation on 21 October 2013. Present during the exit conference on 22 October 2013 at Palm Bistro, Tacurong City were Bagumbayan Mayor Bernardita Bitoonon, Isulan Mayor Diosdado Pallasigue, Tacurong City Mayor Lina O. Montilla, and Esperanza Mayor Helen Latog. During the conference, DOH evaluators stressed the importance of program documentation and the role of policy-makers in sustaining the efforts of B.I.T.E.S. B.I.T.E.S. was also lauded for its program in ensuring availability of blood supply for the improvement of maternal health in the province of Sultan Kudarat. This program is in support of the United Nation’s Millennium Development Goal #5—improvement of maternal health by reducing maternal mortality. B.I.T.E.S. works with the Philippine Red Cross to provide immediate and free blood supply to indigent mothers in their area of coverage. Through B.I.T.E.S., a number of private hospitals entered into a memorandum of agreement with local government units granting indigent patients for OB and surgical services with No Balance Billing or NBB. B.I.T.E.S. pays P3,000.00 to private hospitals for each patient. Mayors and health officers of B.I.T.E.S. hold quarterly meetings to discuss health concerns in their areas and decide on solutions. They also hold emergency and special meetings to discuss urgent concerns on health system and delivery. The national winner for 2012 Best Inter-Local Health Zone will be announced on November 2013 while awarding ceremonies will be held on December 11, 2013.

Tacurong’s Most Outstanding Coops recognized Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

Cooperatives all over Tacurong City gathered last October 31, 2013 at the city gymnasium as they culminate the Coop Month celebration. About 17 cooperatives joined the occasion as well as the other activities held the entire month. In the culmination, several cooperatives stood out and named Most Outstanding Cooperative 2013 in their respective categories. These are the following: Sultan Kudarat State University MPC (Medium Category); North Tacurong Teachers & Employees MPC (Small Category); and Sultan Kudarat Multi Cab Operators MPC (Micro Category). Certificates of recognition were also given to the volunteer doctors and nurses during the cooperative medical services – one of the activities for the coop month. According to Hon. Joselito L. Cajandig, Sr. , Chairperson of the Committee on Cooperative, this event is a good indicator that cooperatives are active in the city. Meanwhile, Assistant Regional Director (CDA-KEO) Engr. Doreen Ancheta emphasized the value of cooperatives in creating good change in the society thus reducing the poverty rate in the country – the focus of this year’s theme: Cooperative paves the way for inclusive growth. Mr. Nestor C. Leguro, City Cooperative Officer, expressed his congratulations to all winners and thanked everyone who has been part of the success of the Coop Month 2013. Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

Jezereel Louise C. Billano

The city government of Tacurong was recognized as the Most Outstanding Local Government Unit (LGU) for its remarkable support in the Riparian Zone Management Program for Disaster Risk Reduction Management and Climate Change Adaptation. Barangay Baras in Tacurong City was also recognized as one of the most outstanding Barangay Riparian Zone Management Councils in Sultan Kudarat and South Cotabato. The LGU received a plaque of recognition while Barangay Baras received a certificate and Php15,000.00 cash prize from the Allah Valley Landscape Development Alliance or AVLDA. These were awarded during the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Summit on 21 November 2013, Provincial Capitol, Isulan, Sultan Kudarat. LGU-Tacurong, composed of its Office for the Development of Cooperatives, City Planning & Development Office, and City Environment and Natural Resources Office, continuously take active roles in the rehabilitation and

protection of The Kapingkong River and other tributaries. Annual planting of trees, bamboo and vetiver grass in riparian zones started in June 2009. These activities are sustained through the help of AVLDA, non-government organizations, national line agencies, land owners, and other stakeholders. On June 2009, a total of 3,300 bamboos and trees were planted along river banks and creeks of 10 barangays in Tacurong. On July 2010, an Agroforest Nursery Development Project in Barangay Baras was developed. Through this project, four thousand cutting of various bamboo species were prepared for planting. The cuttings were planted on October 2010. Another tree, bamboo, and vetiver planting activity was conducted on October 2012. Recently, another bamboo and vetiver bagging activity was conducted at the nursery site of Barangay Baras. Three thousand bamboo and vetiver cuttings were prepared; these will be used in the next planting activities. Riparian zone management program implementation is one of the key elements of Tacurong City’s DRRM Plan.

GOODWILL

October - DECEMBER December 2013

DOT XII Regional Director N unity, more than the grand Tacurong City and Inugyuna opening’s guest speaker, l people for staying united w different programs in the c the brightest fireworks,” s cancelled its annual grand fi to typhoon-hit areas in the Vi pesos to typhoon victims in I association also donated 16 to relief packs, hygiene kits, Lina O. Montilla led the ligh miniature Christmas village a

DECEMBER 15 The pre-opening of the Inugyunay Festival set off through the “Christmas Mardi Gras for a Cause” initiated by the Makasining Lahi – an organization composed of the gay community in Tacurong City – in cooperation with the city government of Tacurong. Members of the Makasining Lahi strut their costumes in the torch parade followed by a programme which provided entertainment and laughter to everyone watching the show. Highlight of the event was the gift giving to children from the Federation of Persons with Disabilities in Tacurong City.

DECEMBER 22

A fire dancer from Digos City wows the crowd during the Whimsical Variety, Acrobatics, and Comedy Show on December 22. Organized by the Visual Concepts Studio, Good Shepherd Review Center, and LGU Tacurong in cooperation with Globe Telecom and Touch Mobile, this event is a benefit show for the victims of Typhoon Yolanda. Performers of the show were: Staytuned band, talents from Visual Concepts Studio & Productions, Quickhits Crew, City Guys Attraction, Xtreme Dancers, NDMU Dancesports Varsity, Davao City’s Best Stand up Comediennes, Digos City Fire dancers, rapper Bastardo, belly dancer Nash Villa, Larvae, and Tacurong’s very own Keirulf Raboy.

DECEMBER 21 Rotaract Club and Rotary Club of Tacurong staged the Rotarock: Battle of the Bands for a Cause for the benefit of San Emmanuel National High School-Annex. Vixen from Venus of NDTC-HS triumphed among 2 other bands in the HS category. The Liver Pool Band was declared champion among 7 other bands that battled in the open category.

DECEMBER 20 Forty families were given gifts and ‘noche buena’ packs during the Business Sector’s Night at the city gymnasium. Beneficiaries were residents of Purok 11, Brgy. Poblacion, Tacurong City. The said families are also beneficiaries of the LGU’s Project PAGLAUM under the MDG-FACES program.

DECEMBER 19 About ten schools celebrated the Education Sector’s Night as part of the Inugyunay Festival 2013. Performances from SKSU Las Cuerdas and Teatro Kalakat, TPES, NDTC (Grade School to College Department), ND Siena College of Tacurong, Inc., STI College Tacurong, TNHS, and St. John Learning Center, Inc. filled the entire night with excitement and talent.

October - December 2013

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Nelly Nita Dillera stressed that d pyrotechnics display, defines ay Festival. Dillera, the festival lauded LGU-Tacurong and its which leads to the success of city. “Unity can outshine even said RD Dillera. LGU-Tacurong fireworks display to facilitate aid isayas. It donated 800 thousand Iloilo and Capiz; the employees 60 thousand pesos in addition , etc. After the program, Mayor hting of the City Hall lights and at the city grounds.

DECEMBER 16 In celebration of their 16th year, Radyo Natin 94.5 FM Tacurong and Radyo Natin 101.3 FM Isulan brought glee to the Inugyunay Festival with Radyo Natin @ Sweet 16. The night was filled with intensity as different dance crews from Tacurong City and neighbour towns join the Dance Stars Ultimate Hiphop Competition. Familiar faces also graced the event such as Daniel Padilla and Coco Martin in the Ka-look-alike competition. City Guys Attraction (for the hiphop competition) and Junior Colasito a.k.a. Coco Martin (Ka-look-alike competition) were announced as winners for their respective events.

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Seventeen couples said their ‘I Dos’ in LGU-Tacurong City’s Kasalang Bayan 2013. Mayor Lina Montilla and LGU heads of offices stood as witnesses in the free church wedding. The city government shouldered wedding expenses including church and seminar fees, sponsor fees, CENOMAR fees, meals and snacks during baptism and wedding day, and decorations.

DECEMBER 17 Four bands jammed during Inugyunay Festival Musikahan 2013 at the city gymnasium. Local talents and bands from General Santos City lit up the night with music and entertainment.

DECEMBER 19 Three participating schools – Sultan Kudarat State University, Notre Dame of Tacurong College, and STI College of Tacurong – have bested each other out in the 1st Inugyunay Inter-school Skills Competition. The said schools competed in six events: table napkin folding, table skirting, table setting, flower arrangement, waiter’s relay, and synchronized flaring. Facilitators for the event were Engr. Reynaldo L. Bernal, Provincial Director of TESDA, in his speech, said that competitions as the skills competition is a great avenue to produce excellent job workers especially for blue-collared jobs.

DECEMBER 18 Hidden talents have been discovered as the men in uniform showed their singing abilities in the Search for Singing Peacekeepers. Participants came from various assignments as the CVO, PNP, Task Force Talakudong, BJMP Talakudong, Philippine Army (PA), and many others. Eleven peacekeepers wore their official uniforms while performing, but only one brought home the title – Corporal Munjil Jul from the 33rd Infantry Battalion, PA. Right after this event is the Inter-agency Christmas Carol Competition. Sultan Kudarat Water District was declared champion, while Philippine National Police-Tacurong and 601st Brigade of the Philippine Army were 1st and 2nd runner-up, respectively.

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October - December 2013

DILG facilitates turnover ceremonies in 9 barangays Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

Move Forward, Serve the People. 25 November 2013—Tacurong City Mayor Lina O. Montilla, during the Oath-taking Ceremony of Newly-Elected Barangay Officials, urged public servants to put aside political differences and to unite for the good of Tacurongnons. Montilla facilitated the oath of office of one hundred sixty newly-elected officials of the city’s 20 barangays. “Instead of a mass oathtaking..na sabay-sabay ang lahat ng opisyales ng 20 barangays, we decided that each set of barangay officials will take their turn..for them to feel the solemnity of their oath,” said City Local Government Operations Officer Alberto P. Sero Jr. Newly-elected barangay officials officially assumed office on November 30, 2013 at 12:00 o’clock in the afternoon. Jezereel Billano

In fulfilment of DILG Memorandum Circular 2013115 Inventory and Turnover of Barangay Financial Records and Properties, City Local Government Operations Officer Alberto P. Sero Jr. facilitated turnover ceremonies in nine barangays in Tacurong on December 2-4, 2013. Turnover ceremonies were conducted in barangays with newly-elected barangay chairpersons namely: New Passi, Baras, Calean, New Carmen, San Emmanuel, San Pablo, San Rafael, D’Ledesma, and Poblacion. Prior to the ceremonies - 1 October until 15 November - the outgoing barangay chairperson, barangay council members, barangay secretary, and barangay treasurer with the LGU-Tacurong bookkeeper/representative updated the inventory of all properties, finances, and documents of the barangay. They also ensured that all financial records and transactions were intact. All necessary documents were assembled such as legislative records, administrative records, and supplies and transcripts of lupon meetings and cases, registry of barangay inhabitants and list of barangay assembly members. The ceremonies included briefing on the State of Barangay Governance, presentation of each barangay’s financial performance and key challenges to the incoming set of officials. DILG also made sure that all outgoing barangay officials secured clearance from the barangay treasurer. The handing over of the financial records, legislative records, barangay properties, barangay administrative records, and lupon settlement records were assisted by the respective secretary and treasurer of each barangay. City Accountant Elma Bides, City General Services Officer Tomas R. Robles represented by Supply Officer Vicente Subaldo, Alberto P. Sero, Jr. (City Local Government Operations Officer), city staff, barangay officials, and employees stood as witnesses. CLGOO Sero emphasized that the ceremonies allow smooth transition of government in barangays. He also commended each barangay’s achievements in the past years and gave suggestions for further improvements. The said activity also became a venue for barangay and city officials to discuss current community concerns and possible solutions.

Senior Citizens culminate Elderly Week Celebration New set of ‘Liga’ officers sworn in. Barangay Upper Katungal Chairperson Hernane Fermo

takes his oath as President of the Liga ng mga Barangay succeeding Silvestre Llanto, who has already served his last term as chairperson of Barangay D’Ledesma. Newly-elected officials of the Tacurong Liga ng mga Barangay were sworn into office on December 10, 2013 at the City Mayor’s Office. Mayor Lina O. Montilla with City DILG Officer Alberto Sero Jr. facilitated the officials’ oath-taking ceremony. The Liga ng mga Barangay represents the barangay units in the city legislative council. Jezereel Billano

Samahan ng mga Byuda celebrates 9th anniversary. Members of the Samahan ng mga

Byuda (SMB) danced to the ethnic beat during their 9th General Assembly on November 30, 2013. At least 300 ‘byudas’ gathered in the assembly in time for the birthday of fomer Congressman Roncal Montilla - SMB’s founder. The SMB’s active participation in LGU activities is attributed to the leadership of Councilor Charito Collado who has been guiding the members since the group’s inception. Jezereel Billano

Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

A total of 687 participants from all 20 barangays in Tacurong City took part in the conclusion of the Elderly Week on October 8, 2013 at the Tacurong City Gymnasium. The event was conducted through the partnership of the Federation of Senior Citizens Association and the local government. Elderly Week Celebration 2013 carried the theme: “Nakatatanda Pagtulungang Isulong Benepisyo’t Karapatan Tungo sa Masaya at Masaganang Pamayanan.” The whole-day activity started with a holy mass followed by an opening program attended by key officials and guests. Present in the said program were: Violeta S. Muyuela, Office of Senior Citizens Head; Eufemia L. Robles, City Social Welfare and Development Head; Lilia Pama, Federation of Senior Citizens Association Head; Hon. Remus P. Segura, City Councilor; Hon. Charito L. Collado, SP Chairman on Social Services; and Hon. Lina O. Montilla, Tacurong City Mayor. Mayor Montilla, in her inspirational message, emphasized the value of providing appropriate facilities and services to senior citizens. She further said that projects that cater to the welfare of the elderly shall be continued – putting emphasis on the free blood chemistry tests that will be implemented next year. The development of the senior citizen center was also mentioned, together with the improvement of identification cards for availing special services. According to Mayor Montilla, this is how the government shall give back to the contribution of this sector to the city of goodwill. The event continued as senior citizens from the different barangays showcased their talents in the song solo, song duet, skitdrama, folk dance, and chorus presentations.

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Int’l Day Against Human Trafficking ends 18-day anti VAW campaign Jezereel Louise C. Billano

The observance of the International Day Against Human Trafficking in the city of Tacurong on December 12, 2013 ended the 18-day anti-violence against women (VAW) campaign that started on November 25. At least 150 participated in the anti-human trafficking motorcade and symposium. Participants signified their commitment to the city governments mission to save trafficked persons. They also vowed to help in protecting individuals, especially women and children, from forced labor, prosititution, pornography, and sexual exploitation. Participants were members and officials of the city’s 20 barangays, representatives from the Philippine National Police-Tacurong, and Philippine Army. “It is important that we engage this group because they are in the communities. They should know what to do and what not to do to protect the people,” said City Social Welfare and Development Officer Eufemia Robles. Republict Act 9208 as expanded by Republic Act 10364 or the Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2012 were discussed. Under this law, not only the main suspects or ‘traffickers’ are penalized. It also ‘identifies accomplice liability and accessories to the crime of trafficking’. “Kahit na sabihin mong ikaw lang ang naghatid sa isang biktima sa lugar kung saan sya ibubugaw, pwede kang isama sa kaso. Kung punong barangay ka, at pumirma ka sa dokumento na ginamit, pwede ka ring idawit,“ said Atty. Gemayel Gampong, emphasizing the power of the RA 10364. An anti-trafficking caravan was conducted in the city’s barangays in 2012 to orient community members on the schemes of syndicates. They were also informed about the provisions of the existing laws on trafficking including the city’s Ordinance 01-2011 known as the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Ordinance of

Atty. Gemayel Gampong, Assistant City Prosecutor, explained the salient points of Republict Act 9208 as expanded by Republic Act 10364 or the Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2012. Tacurong City, authored by Councilor Psyche M. Sucaldito. “Humans are not commodities. This is our battlecry in our mission to save and protect trafficked persons and the vulnerable population,” said Trafficking in Persons focal person Nancy Bawe of CSWD Office.

LGU joins 18-day regional campaign to end violence against women Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

The local government unit of Tacurong City facilitated a regional kick-off of the 18-day campaign to end violence against women took place at the city grounds last November 25, 6:00 o’clock in the evening. This year’s theme says “End Violence Against Women (VAW) Now! It’s our Duty.” Delegates from the different sectors of the community gathered for this advocacy to protect the rights of women. Employees of the city hall, delegations from the different barangays in Tacurong City, Sultan Kudarat Electric Cooperative (SUKELCO), Sultan Kudarat Water District (SKWD), Notre Dame of Tacurong College (NDTC), Philippine National Police (PNP), and guests from the neighbouring cities/ municipalities were present along with Tacurong City Mayor Lina Montilla, Vice Mayor Joseph George Lechonsito, City Councilors, and other key officials. Gender and Development Committee Chairperson Hon. Psyche Sucaldito

provided the rationale of the activity. Under the signed Republic Act 10398, November 25 of every year is declared as the “National Consciousness Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Children.” The law also mandates key agencies to conduct activities that would raise public awareness regarding VAW.C As a symbol of the kick-off, lighting of the fountains was fronted by Mayor Montilla, Vice Mayor Lechonsito, Councilor Sucaldito, and Councilor Charito Collado. Simultaneous lighting of candles by all of the participants followed the said ceremony. “Violence against women is everybody’s duty,” said Mayor Montilla in her message. She added that all citizens regardless of each one’s status have the capacity to help end violence against women.

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Ang Trafficking ay ang STILL NO CURE FOR HIV/AIDS LGU Sanitary Inspector Marlow Buenacosa emphasizes the importance of prevention as there is still no known cure for Human Immunodeficiency Virus/ Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) during the HIV-AIDS Awareness Seminar on December 20. Members of the Makasining Lahi attended the seminar that also explained the symptoms of various sexually-transmitted diseases. According to Buenacosa, there are only three ways to acquire HIV: penetrative sexual contact; blood and blood products; and mother to child transmission. An increasing number of HIV cases in the region have been noted in the past years. However, there has been no documented case in Tacurong. Gender and Development (GAD) focal person Nancy Bawe reminded the participants that “it is [our]primary duty to take care and protect [ourselves],” regardless of our gender preference. Awareness seminars were conducted this year among various sectors in the city as part of the LGU’s GAD advocacy. LGU-Tacurong, with the gay community, organized the Makasining Lahi ng Tacurong to empower the LGBT sector in the city. Jezereel Billano

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At least 30 teams battle in Inugyunay National Dart Tournament The competition was set high for the National Dart Tournament held last December 6-8, 2013 at the city gymnasium as delegates from different towns and cities convene to prove their skill in the said sport. About 33 teams responded on the call for the event coming from places as Manila, Iloilo, Iligan Ciy, Butuan City, Cagayan de Oro City, Cabuay City, Kidapawan City, General Santos City, Davao City, Digos City, Koronadal City, South Cotabato, Cotabato Province, Isulan, and the host city. These teams were composed of members representing public/private agencies and companies, schools/universities, and established dart clubs. Darters fought over seven categories respectively. The categories were the following: Classified Draw Doubles; Fixed Four Person Team; Ladies Singles; Classified Draw Triples; Youth (Men) Singles; Youth (Ladies) Singles; and Singles. Among the victors of the tournament were: Erwin Peresores and Dexie Ybañez (classified draw doubles); MCDS FDAMDI DAVAO 3 (fixed four person team); Angging Atillo (ladies singles); Boy Chucas, Ping Mangle, and Nono Bangcaya (classified draw triples); John Gennies Taer (youth men singles); Honey Grace Arciosa (youth ladies singles); and Long Long Longyapon (Singles). This national dart tournament is part of the Inugyunay sa Paskwa 2013. Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

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Holy Trinity College (HTC) Basketball Team from General Santos City emerged as champion in the 2013 Inugyunay Inter-Commercial Basketball Tournament held on 23 November – 12 December 2013 at the City Gymnasium of Tacurong City. Holy Trinity College survived the four-quarter championship game action against PhilHealth Koronadal on December 11. Meanwhile, St. Alexius College and Calean Garden Resto Bar battled for third place – where St. Alexius College turned out as winners. As part of the series of activities in the Inugyunay Festival, this basketball tournament invited teams from regions XI and XII to further expose athletes dedicated to the sport and share the festival with neighbouring towns and cities. Seven teams participated in the said league, namely: Holy Trinity College (General Santos City), PhilHealth (Koronadal City), St. Alexius College (Koronadal City), Calean Garden & Resto Bar (Tacurong City), Shooters Basketball Club (Isulan), STI (Tacurong City), and Tacurong Team. The tournament envisions to discover and develop a new breed of competitive athletes in the locality and promote health and fitness through basketball. HTC went home with a cash prize worth 50,000.00 and a trophy. First runner-up – PhilHealth Koronadal – won 40,000.00 and second runner-up – St. Alexius College won 30, 000.00. Consolation prizes were also given to the rest of the teams. Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano

ANNOUNCEMENT Tacurong City Crisis Intervention Center for Women and Children has been awarded with Certificate of Accreditation from DSWD Standard Bureau. The City Crisis Intervention Center for Women and Children satisfactorily complied with the First Level standards in the implementation of residential and community-based programs and services for women and children. This is in compliance with the provision of Section 23, Republic Act 4373 ‘An Act to Regulate the Practice of Social Work and the Operations of Social Work Agencies in the Philippines and for Other Purposes. The certificate is valid from June 21, 2013 to June 20, 2016.

Team Tacurong bags overall championship in taekwondo regional tourney Tacurong City continues to solidify its elite status in the region’s taekwondo circle. Eight taekwondo jins won gold medals in the contact sparring of the tournament dubbed 2nd Department of Education Region XII Inter-School Taekwondo Championship and Team Standard Poomsae held at SM City in General Santos on October 6, 2013. The gold medals amassed by the team were good enough to declare Tacurong as the overall champion in the tournament participated by more than 100 players coming from other parts of the region including South Cotabato, North Cotabato, Sarangani, and General Santos City. The team got the overall championship despite not having participated in the standard poomsae events. The gold medalists were: Charles Naecolt Saavedra (playing coach), Andrea Camille Origenes, Hannah Mikaela Bochorno, Jane Marie Oderette Dañozo, Eric James Bedia, Regine Marie Paba, Alfredo de Tomas, and Jetro Castro. Four other Tacurong players bagged silver medals, while four more settled for bronzes. The players who battled for the gold medal matches but failed short and settled for silver medals were Kiana Andrea Mirador, Kurt Sheldon Gacho, Florence Ann Mogan, and Zayton Mamasalido. Bronze medalists included Vassili Purazo, Jomer Sotto, Maxine Jayna Palpalatoc, Jan Dexter dela Fuente, and John Daniel Espino. In the said tournament, the Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA) Region 12-A collaborated for the second time with the Department of Education (DepEd) headed by Regioanl Director Allan Farnazo. City Councilor and Tacurong City Taekwondo Coordinator Rodrigo Jamorabon Jamorabon is also thankful to the continued support of Mayor Lina Montilla in sports and youth development. “The annual budget allocated by the city government for various sports disciplines including taekwondo is a proof of that support,” he said. Allan S. Freno

Talakudong Table Tennis Invitational on its 4th tournament Taking part on the celebration of the annual Inugyunay Festival, the Tacurong Table Tennis Club organized its 4th Talakudong Table Tennis Invitational Tournament on December 26 and 27, 2013 at the city gymnasium. There were three categories for the said tournament: 13 under (Boys and Girls); 17 under (Boys and Girls); and Team Event (Boys and Girls). One hundred fifty (150) players from Kimadsil, Kidapawan, Cotabato, Polomolok, General Santos City, Koronadal City, Davao City, Isulan, Banga, Tupi, and Far Eastern University-Manila participated in this national tournament. Winners for the different categories were: Jorge David Bugahod (13 under – boys); Liezl Joy Canada (13 under – girls); Christian Jay Villanueva (17 under – boys); Bea Gantuangco (17 under – girls); DPPA (Team Event – men); and Cor Jesu II (Team Event – women). Ariesha Faith M. Dimaano