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Steag’s FREE Project energizes 22 villages Volume III, No. 125

Editor : Cheng Ordoñez

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By Cheng Ordonez, Business Editor

AGAYAN de Oro City - Steag State Power Inc. held a switch-on ceremony, at Mallburry Hotel, here, for the energization of 22 villages in the provinces of Miamis Oriental, Misamis Occidental and in the two cities in Northern Mindanao.

ceremonial switch-on - Rep. Juliette Uy (3rd from left) of the 2nd District of Misamis Oriental, and Dr. Carsten Evers (4th from left), Steag plant manager, lead stakeholders of the Fostering Rural Electrification and Energization (FREE) Project, during the ceremonial switch-on for the 22 recently energized villages, yesterday, Oct. 22, 2014, at Mallberry Suites Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City.

(Cheng Ordonez)

NFA, Farmers’ dialogue held

Representative Juliette T. Uy of the 2nd District of Misamis Oriental, government officials and leaders from the private sector in the ceremonial switch-on Wednesday, at the Mallberry Suites Hotel, here.

Steag has made the electrification of the targeted areas possible through the Fostering Rural Electrification and Energization (FREE) Project, a collaborative effort with the Department of Energy (DOE), concerned local government units and various electric cooperatives and distribution utilities in the region.

The project total cost reaches Php23.32 million, funded by Steag’s contribution to the Philippines Expanded Rural Electrification Program and pursuant to DOE’s ER 1-94 program, where power generators set aside one-centavo for every kilowatt hour of electricity sale for various social and environmental protection program and projects.

The recipient communities include seven in Misamis Oriental; eight in Misamis Occidental; six in CDO; and one in Oroquieta city, bringing to a total of 38 energized

communities since the start of the electrification project in 2011 under FREE Project.

Rep. Uy lauded the effort of Steag in bringing light to the remote areas in the province, even as she said that there almost two million households that do not have electricity or more than five million people in the island who still lives in darkness.

“I am most happy that now, sitios are covered and electricity have reached the remote areas in the province,” said Uy. She thanked Steag for being generous in giving back what is for the communities by sharing part of the proceeds of the power generated by the company.

Carsten Evers, Steag plant manager, said that they are looking forward to energizing the whole of Misamis Oriental in the coming years.

Carsten said the company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) program include environmental protection, education, livelihood programs, where its host municipality is currently benefiting.

With the recent energization of project under FREE,

CAGAYAN de Oro City The Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas (KMP) – Northern Mindanao Region, led by their Secretary General Richard Colao had a dialogue with National Food Authority on October 17, in time for the observance of the World Food Day. NFA Misamis Oriental Provincial Manager Dr.

Rafael V. Marasigan, assured the farmers that their office continues to buy farmers’/ farmers organizations’ produce at a government support price plus incentives to ensure ready market and fair return in production investments.

They are continuously conducting “Ugnayan” activities to rice farmers

and farmers’ organizations in Misamis Oriental and the five municipalities of Northern Bukidnon under its operational jurisdiction namely: Talakag, ManoloFortich, Libona, Baungon and Malitbog.

As to rice quality of rice, NFA Misor has released its newest variety, affording the public better quality staple

at an affordable price of P 32.00/kg.

Marasigan reiterates that there is no increase in price of NFA rice, only better quality variety by lowering the percentage of broken rice mixture from 25 percent to only 15 percent effective this month.

He made the farmers

MISAMIS Oriental - The inmates of the Provincial Jail in Misamis Oriental start displaying their crafts for this Yuletide.

This after governor Yevgeny Vincente B. Emano has ordered provincial jail warden Dominador Tagarda, Jr. to start the displaying of the lanterns of the inmates.

Governor Bambi said,

“Gihimo kini para sa mga bilanggo aron bisan ania sila sulod sa bilanggoan, makapadayon gihapon sila sa pagtabang sa tagsa-tagsa nila ka pamilya.” (This project is pushed for the inmates so they could continue to support their families) Kay dili man nato ikalimod nga kasagaran sa binilanggo, mao man gayod

ang nagbuhi sa ilang mga anak.” (Most of the inmates are the main provider of their children) Meanwhile, warden Tagarda said, “Dire sa provincial jail, ang mga bilanggo gihatagan ug pagtagad pinaagi sa paghatag sa atong gobernador Bambi Emano sa usa ka livelihood program. mao kini ang isa sa iyang

suporta sa mga bilanggo.”

(Inmates here are provided with support through governor Emano with a livelihood program) Underscoring lanterns as a symbol of Christmas and New Year, governor Emano invites all to visit LANTERN FOR SALE - An inmate at the Misamis Orienthe provincial jail and help tal Provincial Jail on this file photo, checks a Christmas the inmates to earn a living. lantern which will be sold to the public.

(PIO MisOr) (File Photo By Gerry Lee Gorit - MIndanao Daily News)

See STEAG, page B4

See dialogue, page B4

Inmates Christmas décor sales start

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Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF MISAMIS ORIENTAL Municipality of Laguindingan -0O0OFFICE OF THE SANGGUNIANG BAYAN

TERMINAL FEES - refers to the user’s rates and charges for the use of the berth.

TRAFFIC ROUTE - indicates the directions or system of passage of any vehicle in the LIBTC using the existing or proposed road system.

VAN - any gasoline or diesel-fed vehicle with a body configuration a maximum seating capacity of 14-passengers.

EXERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG BAYAN, OF LAGUINDINGAN, MISAMIS ORIENTAL HELD AT THE SB SESSION HALL ON JULY 7, 2014.

PRESENT:

Hon. Diosdado T. Obsioma,

“ Artemio G. Dalondonan,

“ Willie B. Rabuya,

“ Camilo R. Naldo,

“ Teodoro B. Oguis,

“ Donald Rey S. Ellarina,

“ Silvestre B. Catiil,

“ Lito C. Bahian

“ Francisco H.Saburao, Jr

“ Nestor Y. Padero, ABC Pres

Vice Mayor, Presiding SB Member “ “ “ “ “ “ “

ABSENT:

None

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING GUIDELINES, STANDARDS, RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE LAGUINDINGAN TRANSPORT TERMINAL COMPLEX, PRESCRIBING FEES, CHARGES AND RENTAL/S AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF. ARTICLE I TITLE

SECTION 1.TITLE. This Ordinance shall be known as “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING GUIDELINES, STANDARDS, RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE LAGUINDINGAN TRANSPORT TERMINAL COMPLEX, PRESCRIBING FEES, CHARGES AND RENTAL/S AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF” THEREBY AMENDING SOME SECTIONS OF MUNICIPAL ORDINANCE NO. 2011 - 168 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE MEEDO CODE OF LAGUINDINGAN, MISAMIS ORIENTAL ARTICLE II NATURE, SCOPE, GOAL AND OBJECTIVES

SECTION 2. NATURE AND SCOPE. This ORDINANCE provides policy directions relative to the operation, control and management of the Laguindingan Transport Terminal Complex (LTTC), herein referred to as LTTC, and for other purposes in relation thereto.

SECTION 3.GOAL. The goal of this ORDINANCE is to transform the municipality physically, economically and socially thru the improvement of its transport delivery capability and to generate income for the efficient delivery of basic public services.

SECTION 4.OBJECTIVES. To further define the aforesaid goal, the objectives are as follows: a. It can serve as a backbone of the municipal transshipment activity. b. It will greatly improve the movement of the people and goods in and out of the municipality. c. It can tremendously increase passenger traffic that can boost business opportunity, and d. It will result to the expansion of the service and business opportunities in the western part of Misamis Oriental.

ARTICLE III MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION

SECTION 7. NAME AND LOCATION. There shall be a created Laguindingan Transport Terminal Complex, herein referred to as LTTC. Its main office and facilities shall be located at Poblacion, Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental.

SECTION 8. GENERAL DESCRIPTION. The ordinance seeks to operationalise the LTTC as an economic enterprise to improve the delivery of services of the municipal government in terms of terminal transport system.

SECTION 9.GENERAL FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES.The LTTC shall have the following general functions and responsibilities: a. It shall have the primary responsibility in the operation and maintenance of the transport facility herein referred to; b. It shall have the custody of the building, facilities and equipment owned and maintained by the LTTC;

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SECTION 5.RULES OF INTERPRETATION. a. General Rules. All words and phrases shall be construed and understood according to the common and approved usage of the language; but technical words and phrases and such others that may have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning in this ORDINANCE shall be construed and understood according to that peculiar and appropriate meaning; b. Person. The word “person” shall extend and be applied to natural and juridical persons such as firms, corporations or voluntary associations, susceptible of rights and obligations or of being the subject of legal relations; c. Shall and May. “Shall” is mandatory and “May” is permissive. d. Gender and Number. Every word in the ORDINANCE using masculine gender shall extend to both male and female. Every word using the singular number shall extend and apply to several persons or things, and every word using the plural number shall extend and apply to one person or a thing as well.

SECTION 6. DEFINITION OF TERMS. The following words, phrases, and acronym as used in this ORDINANCE shall be construed as follows ADJUDICATION -refers to decision BERTH - a space or bay where a vehicle can be parked, while loading and unloading passengers.

BUS - any gas of diesel-fed vehicle with a safety capacity of 50 or more passengers.

BUSINESS - it means trade or commercial activity regularly engaged in as means of livelihood or with a view of profit.

CHARGES - refers to pecuniary liability such as rents or fess against person or properties.

COMMERCIAL STALLS - refer to the buildings for lease for commercial purposes.

DISPATCH - a practice in transport terminals wherein a designated person facilitates the passengers.

FRUIT STALL - refers to any establishments where fruits are sold.

c. It shall also have the responsibility of providing the necessary transport facilities to transport operators and commuters; d. It shall maintain the building, facilities and equipment owned by the LTTC. e. It shall monitor and supervise personnel capable of operating the herein transport facility.

SECTION 10. AMENITIES. The 1.5-hectare LTTC is designed basically to cater to the basic needs of the general public. Specifically, it has the following amenities for comfort, convenience and safety of the public:

1. Landscape Areas

2. Waiting Shed

3. Male/female/Persons with Disability, Comfort Rooms/Breastfeeding Cubicle/Area

4. Food Establishment

5. Fruit Stands

6. Ticket Booth

7. Fire Hydrants

8. Standby Generator

9. Public Address/Sound System

10. Baggage Storage Area

11. Telephone Booth

12. Passenger Benches

13. Pasalubong Center

14. Parking/Berthing/Bay Areas

15. Administration Office

16. Public Assistance Center/Information Counter

17. Accessibility for Persons with Disability

18. Civil Security Unit Office

19. Garbage Receptacles

20. Pedestrian Lane

21. Arrival Areas

22. Pre- Departure Lounge

23. Elevated Water Tank

24. Television Set/CCTV

SECTION 11. OPERATION HOURS. The LTTC shall operate 24 hours daily subject to the policy and regulation imposed by the Board.

ARTICLE IV MANAGEMENT, OPERATION AND MANPOWER

SECTION 12. LAGUINDINGAN TRANSPORT TERMINAL COMPLEX. The LTTC is hereby established as a section under the Municipal Economic Enterprises and Development Office (MEEDO) of the Municipal Government of Laguindingan.

SECTION 13. MANAGEMENT. Subject to and accordance with the provisions of this ordinance to be enacted by the Sangguniang Bayan, the Municipal Mayor shall have the overall management in the operation of the Laguindingan Transport Terminal Complex (LTTC).

SECTION 14. OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT. The daily operation and management of the LTTC shall be directly carried out by the Terminal Supervisor who shall be closely supervised by the MEEDO Officer.

SECTION 15. RULES AND REGULATIONS ON TERMINAL OPERATION. This applies to all PUVs using the LTTC as terminal only. a. Only one berth will be allocated for each vehicle group and per destination. In cases where more than one (1) is operating using the LTTC, loading of passengers will be on alternate basis. b. Competition on loading of passengers is strictly prohibited.

SECTION 16. COMPONENT ACTIVITIES. There shall be four (4) major component activities to fulfill the operation and management of the LTTC, namely: a. Administration and Maintenance Section. The Administration and Maintenance Section shall provide the necessary support services relative to personnel management, property and records management. It shall likewise be responsible in the cleanliness of the LTTC premises. b. Operation and Control Section. The Operation and Control Section shall be responsible for the enforcement of terminal rules and regulations, proper dispatching of vehicles ensuring smooth and orderly flow of traffic and satisfactory customer relations. c. Finance Section. The Finance Section shall provide the necessary services related to billing and collection, disbursement, recording and monitoring of expenses, budgeting and financial reporting.

GATE PASS - a sticker in the transport vehicle issued by the LIBTC Manager for vehicles regularly entering the facility.

d. Safety and Security Section. The Security and maintenance Section shall be responsible in the overall safety and security of the premises.

FIRE BRIGADE - a team composed of stakeholders of Laguindingan Transport Terminal organized to carry-out vital tasks during emergency situations that may occur within the terminal like fire, earthquake, bombing accidents etc.

SECTION 17. MANPOWER REQUIREMENT. To sustain its operation and overall goal, there shall be created under the LTTC the following positions:

JEEPNEY - any gas or diesel-fed vehicle with safety capacity of not more than 22 passengers.

1. Public utility Regulation officer (Who shall be referred to as the Terminal Supervisor)

LEASABLE COMMERCIAL SPACE - refers to the perimeter area of the LIBTC. LITTERING - any prohibited act such as urinating, spitting, defecating, throwing, dropping or scattering any kind of solid and liquid wastes in streets, sidewalks, and other public areas except in places properly authorized.

LOCATOR MAPS - location plans clearly showing the location of different establishments within the LTC for guidance of the public.

MULTICAB - any gasoline or diesel-fed vehicle with a capacity of 10-15 passengers.

NOVELTIES - refers to a store that sells all kinds of delicacies especially those manufactured locally, confectioneries, native products, souvenir items and other products that could promote the Municipality’s Local Tourism Industry.

PARKING AREA - a space for occupied vehicles for loading and unloading of passengers and goods.

PARKING FEE - refers to the user’s rate or charges for the use of the space/berth/bay occupied by a vehicle doing business within the terminal premises.

SAFETY - refers to the Physical environment condition of work or employment that is free from danger or hazards, which may cause accidents or ailment.

SARI-SARI STORE - any store or business dealing with consumer goods except rice, agricultural inputs, fish (fresh and dried), meat, vegetables and construction materials.

SECURITY - refers to the protection of safeguards provided to an area of operation, building, facility, equipment, transport or private vehicles, people present within, personal or company properties against any crime, terrorism, or unlawful acts.

SIGNAGE - refers to the markers, labels, street signs and similar marks together with the wordings and support structure to identify the name, location, or direction or of any other information of any structure, road or facility.

STALL - a compartment in a barn or stable, used elsewhere than in a store for displaying goods on sale ( e.g. in a market at a charity bazaar).

TELEPHONE BOOTH - refers to public telephone facilities.

Administrative and Maintenance Section 1- Administrative officer

1- Administrative Aide

2- Administrative Aide (Utility Workers)

1- Electrician

1- Plumber

Operational and Control Section

1- Transportation Regulation Officer

1- Public Services Assistant

Finance Section

1- Local Revenue Collection Officer

2- Revenue Collection Clerk

1- Bookkeeper

Safety and Security Section

Security Guards

SECTION 18. FILLING OF POSITIONS. Hiring of personnel shall be largely dependent on the service requirement and financial capability of the LTTC.

SECTION 19. QUALIFICATIONS. Personnel of the LTTC must meet the minimum qualification standards (QS) set by the Civil Service Commission. As the position may require, the employees must possess the necessary eligibility pursuant to Republic Act No. 1080 (Professional Licensure), Career Service Professional/Sub-Professional and/or TESDA eligibilities.

SECTION 20. CAPABILITY BUILDING. Relevant training programs shall be sustained to enhance the values, skills and capability of every personnel in the LTTC. ARTICLE V PUBLIC INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE SERVICES See ordinance, page B3

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business permit/license, 2) terminate his contract of lease, and 3) present certification as to non- existence of arrears with the Office of the Municipal Treasurer.

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e. Vacated stall and commercial spaces shall be subject to raffle draw process as prescribed by this Ordinance.

SECTION 21. LOCATOR’S MAP. A Station’s directory and a locator’s map that show the floor plan of the terminal building and the surrounding areas shall be provided and placed at the main lobby of the building. It shall provide passengers and visitors with the information on the location of different establishments in the area. The LTTC Administration shall maintain and update the said locator’s map.

f. There shall be no selling of “Right to Operate” a stall/commercial space to any party nor the dummy system will be tolerated. g. The payment of the stall rental fee shall start ten (10) calendar days after receipt of notice of Award and monthly thereafter, that is, every 20th day of the Month. Notice of Award will be served every 10th day of the Month.

SECTION 22. DESTINATIONS. Each transport company/association shall display and maintain a bulletin board of prescribed standard, format and size the route of destination for the guidance of the passengers. The bulletin board/signage shall be placed at a conspicuous location at the respective berth.

h. A LTTC stallholder is not allowed to engage in business or to sell goods or merchandise other than what is specifically assigned to his stall.

SECTION 23. INFORMATION COUNTER. The Terminal Supervisor in coordination with the Municipal Tourism Office, shall maintain an information counter at the lobby of the building. The following shall be available at the Information Counter.

i. For fruit stalls, the following items may be allowed to be sold inside the Terminal or as specified in the stallholders’ business permit: 1.

Processed fruits 2.

ChEchErias 3.

Softdrinks (bottle/can) 4.

Mineral water/ice water 5.

Candies

a. Information Brochures/Flyers. Brochures/Flyers shall be made available in the information Counter such as but not limited to 1) locator’s map of the Municipality’s scenic, historical, cultural and industrial spots, and 2) festivals and other tourism-relatedactivities. The Information Counter is likewise tasked to coordinate with hotels for the accommodation of tourist visiting the Municipality whenever there are requests. b. Television Set. A television set shall also be installed at the information counter showing the Municipality’s scenic spots, historical and cultural spots as well as festivities held in the Municipality. Other information relative to the Municipality shall likewise be shown for purposes of promoting the local tourism industry.

j. All stall holders must provide fire extinguisher(s) for their leased stall as specified in the Memorandum of Agreement entered into;

SECTION 24. PUBLIC ASSISTANCE SERVICE. The Terminal Supervisor, in coordination with the Civil Security Unit, shall post “Public Emergency Assistance Hotline Numbers” in telephone booths, offices, information counter, guard posts, and other strategic areas. The LTTC may directly provide assistance depending on their capability or may tap other concerned local agencies or authorities to assist passengers who encounter problems while on travel like being lost of baggage or cargo, victim of theft and robbery, victim of accident, etc.

k. The commercial stalls inside the LTTC may operate 24 hours daily, subject however to changes to be decide upon by the board; I. Stallholders shall be responsible in the cleanliness of their respective areas including the cleanliness of spaces adjacent to their leased stalls and must abide by Municipal Ordinance No. 2012 - 187 otherwise known as the Sanitation Code of Laguindingan.

ARTICLE VI REVENUES AND FISCAL MATTERS

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SECTION 25. RENTALS, FEES AND CHARGES. a. Rentals of commercial stalls shall be governed by Municipal Ordinance No. 79, as amended, otherwise known as the Revenue Code of Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental with the exception of the occupancy fee which shall be Thirty Thousand (PhP30,000.00)_per stall. Fifty (50%) per cent of that amount shall be paid upon occupation while the remaining Fifty (50%) per cent shall be paid within One (1) year and shall be reflected in a promissory note. b. Terminal Fees: fees shall be on a peruse basis:

1. Bus -25.00; 2. Jitney -10.00; 3. Motorcycle (single) - 5.00; 4. Tricycle - 8.00; 5. Taxi -15.00; 6. Van -15.00;

c. Parking Fees: Fees shall be collected upon entrance of the vehicle of the terminal premises.

1. Bus - 20.00; 2. Jitney -10.00; 3. Motorcycle - 5.00; 4. Tricycle - 5.00; 5. Taxi -10.00; 6. Van -10.00; 7. Cargo trucks - gross weight of 15 tons below - 30.00; 8. Cargo trucks - gross weight of 16 tons - 20 tons-40.00; 9. Cargo trucks-gross weight of 20 tons above -50.00

d. Terminal Facilities: 1. Rest room (urinate only) - 2.00; 2. Rest room (defecate) - 5.00; 3. Travelers Inn (private room) - 200.00/person/ day; 4. Travelers Inn (bunk bed) - 60.00/person/day; 5. Vendors Cash Ticket - 5.00 per day

SECTION 26. THE LTTC FUND. The LTTC shall maintain a separate account under the General Fund of the Municipality of Laguindingan to be known as the LTTC-MEEDO Fund.

m. Payment of electric and water bills shall be the responsibility of the stallholders.

SECTION 35. INCREASE OF FEES, RENTALS AND OTHER FEES. An increase of Ten percent (10%) of terminal/ parking fees, rentals and other fees shall be imposed subject to the approval of the sangguniangbayan upon recommendation of the Board.

SECTION 36. PENALTY FOR FAILURE TO PAY STALL RENTALS. Failure to pay thecorresponding stall rentals on their due dates shall subject the stallholder a penalty charges of twenty five percent (25%) per month, provided however, that in case of default for two (2) consecutive months in the payment of the above named stalls such default will cause the revocation of the contract.

SECTION 37. Any Government Agency who may request for an office may be given space in the Terminal premises/ building subject to the approval of the LTTC Board.

SECTION 38. All persons who may be authorized to do business or extend services at the terminal must be duly recognized by the Board and their names listed in a master list. Each shall be required to wear an ID issued by the Terminal Supervisor at all times during his tour of duty at the terminal.

ARTICLE IX TRAFFIC ROUTING SCHEME

SECTION 39. TRAFFIC ROUTING FOR PUBLIC UTILITY VEHICLES. All vehicles entering Laguindingan Transport Terminal Complex shall use the following routes:

All PUBs coming from the national highway to the LTTC shall pass along M. Salcedo St.; turn right to Aromahon provincial road then turn right to the LTTC.

All PUBs coming from the LTTC to the shall turn left at Aromahon provincial road then turn left to D. Balacuitst. to the national highway.

2. PUJs:

All PUJs coming from the national highway to the LTTC shall use Madjosst (a one- way street), turn right to Aromahon Provincial road to LTTC.

SECTION 27. BUDGET. The MEED Officer shall prepare an Annual Budget proposal for the LTTC operation following the usual budgeting requirements and regulations prescribed for economic enterprises subject for review of the board and approval of the Sanggunian.

All PUJs coming from the LTTC shall turn left to D. Balacuitst to the national highway.

There will be no dropping and/or unloading of passengers and/or cargoes along the way.

ARTICLE VII LTTC BOARD

1. PUBs:

3. All other vehicles excluded herein shall use either of the two (2) routes.

SECTION 28. COMPOSITION. Composition of the Board as be as provided for in Section 6 of municipal ordinance no. 2011-168 otherwise known as the MEEDO Code with the assistance of the Project Development Committee pursuant to Section 6 (d) of that ordinance.

SECTION 40. Checkpoints or checking booths shall be established at all points of exit asidentified by the Board based on the traffic routing scheme. All PUVs passing thereto shall exhibit proof of payment of the Terminal Fee/parking fee. It is the duty of the checker to check the validity of cash tickets.

SECTION 29. HONORARIUM. The Chairman, Vice-Chairman, the members of the Board and the Head Secretariat may receive honorarium as determined by the Board subject to existing accounting and auditing rules and regulations.

SECTION 41. Any PUV driver who fails to present valid cash tickets shall report to the Office of the Terminal Supervisor for the issuance of cash tickets.

ARTICLE VIII

SECTION 42. For speedy action on non-payment of terminal fees, the MEEDO traffic Enforcers, who are organized and under the supervision of the MEED Manager, are tasked to man the flow of traffic thereat and facilitate the issuance of Citation Ticket to erring PUV drivers. These MEEDO Traffic Enforcers are deputized by the Land Transportation Office and are recognized by the PNP Traffic Enforcers.

ADJUDICATION, AWARD OF BERTH, STALLS AND RENTABLE COMMERCIAL SPACES AND THE CONTRACT OF LEASE

SECTION 30. BERTH/BAY ALLOCATION.Public Utility Vehicles will be sectioned as suchthat buses, jitneys, vans and multi-cabs will have a common berthing/bay area. Berth adjudication and sectioning shall be determined by the Terminal Supervisor. The LTTC administration may, after due notice and hearing, revoke and/or reallocate the berth to ensure maximum revenue and utilization and to protect the interest of the LTTC and the riding public or may award berthing schedules through a Concession.

A Memorandum of Agreement shall also be executed by and between the municipal government of Laguindingan and Transport Companies stating, among others, that the later shall religiously comply with Section 39 hereof and non-compliance thereof shall be meted a fine ranging from PhP 1,500.00 to PhP 2,500.00.

SECTION 31. ADJUDICATION OF STALLS AND COMMERCIAL SPACES. The acquisition of commercial spaces and stalls be through raffle draw or drawing of lots. The applicant whose name was drawn shall be awarded with such stall and commercial space.

The Board, acting as the Adjudication Committee, is responsible in the preparation of the necessary procedure sin the conduct of raffle draw, awarding and adjudication of stalls and leasable space within the LIBT.

SECTION 32. MANNER AND SYSTEM IN THE AWARDING OF COMMERCIAL SPACE AND STALLS AND THE CONTRACT OF LEASE IN THE LIBTC. The manner and system in the Awarding of Committee Stalls, and the Contract of Lease shall be based on Section 39 of the MEEDO Code of Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental.

SECTION 33. SECTIONING OF COMMERCIAL SPACES. To ensure order and cleanliness within the terminal premises, commercial spaces shall be sectioned according to the classification of business as prescribed by the Terminal Supervisor.

Only the following businesses may be allowed to operate within the terminal premises:

a. Food establishments

b. Sari-sari Store

c. Mobile Phone Supplies

d. Fruit stalls

e. Pasalubong Center

SECTION 34. OTHER PERTINENT POLICIES

SECTION 43. It shall be unlawful for any person to obstruct the berthing and parking areas such as fencing the parking space for personalized appropriation of terminal, installing signboards- permanent or temporary within the LTTC.

SECTION 44. All persons going inside and outside of the Terminal shall use the pedestrian lanes only.

SECTION 45. No reservation for private parking space shall be allowed inside the Terminal.

SECTION 46. All PUVs shall park only at the Terminal upon payment of terminal fee/parking fee as prescribed herein and other fees as may be prescribed by the Sangguniang Bayan.

SECTION 47. Solicitation of passengers through the use of gadgets such as amplifiers and/or sound systems inside the Terminal is strictly prohibited.

SECTION 48. All other passenger motor vehicles not herein specified shall park at areas as may be designated by the Terminal Supervisor.

SECTION 49. No passenger vehicle terminal and/or stop over station shall be established or allowed to operate within the municipality of Laguindingan.

ARTICLE X PORTERAGE AND CARGO HANDLING

SECTION 50. PORTERAGE AND CARGO HANDLING. The porterage services and cargo handling shall be provided by an agency or any group after being screened and approved by the Board, provided that: a. Passengers who desire to carry their own cargo/baggage may not avail of the services of handlers. b. Passenger(s) shall be afforded utmost courtesy by the Porters and handlers. c. Cargoes damaged due to mishandling of the porter(s) shall be the responsibility of the cooperative/group and the cargo/baggage owner shall be given compensation by the said cooperative/group.

a. In the event where more than one applicant applied the same stall/slot, the same shall be subjected to raffle draw.

d. The authorized group shall maintained cleanliness and orderliness inside the facility, wearing their uniforms at all times. Slippers are not allowed.

b. All repair, improvement and/or rehabilitation of stall shall be in conformity with existing designs and under the direct supervision/control of the Municipal Engineer in coordination with the MEED Officer.

SECTION 51. Porters are required to pay an annual occupational fee as provided for in Municipal Ordinance No. 79, as amended. He should wear a uniform bearing his name and number and I.D. signed by the Municipal Mayor.

c. Any interested party may construct his own stall inside the terminal complex provided that it shall conform to existing standard and design and its construction shall be under the direct supervision of the Municipal Engineer. Provided further that should construction cost exceeds Thirty Thousand (30,000.00) the amount of Ph P 30,000.00 will serve as his occupancy fee and the remaining cost shall be prorated in a number of months for his month space rentals and/or fees and after the execution of contract that stall will belong to the government.

ARTICLE XI

d. A stallholder who wishes to vacate his stall shall be required to give the LTTC supervisor thirty (30) days prior notice before actually vacating his leased area. He shall likewise be required to: 1) surrender his stall and his

SECURITY SAND SAFETY

SECTION 52. COMPREHENSIVE SECURITY PROGRAM AND PROCEDURES. The Terminal Security and Safety Committee, in consultation with Philippine National Police, shall prepare a comprehensive security program and procedures for the Integrated Bus Terminal. The said comprehensive security program and procedures shall be submitted to the board for approval.

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Terminal Obstruction;

m. Non-wearing of proper uniform and identification card for LTTC personnel;

SECTION 53. THE LTTC SECURITY AND SAFETY COMMITTEE. There is hereby created a LTTC Security and Safety Committee to be composed of:

n. Sub-leasing;

Chairman :

Municipal Mayor

o. Non-display of Business Permit;

Co-Chairman :

MEED Manager

p. Non- observance of traffic rules and regulations;

Chief of Police PNP Fire Marshall Traffic Regulation officer 1 representative - Bus Operator 1 representative - Business Sector 1 representative - Jitney/Van Terminal Supervisor Chief Security

q. Barking;

Members :

r. Dispatching; s. Non-observance of proper loading and unloading of passenger cargoes; t.

u. Non-payment of rentals and other fees and charges;

SECTION 54. FUNCTIONS. The functions of the LTTC Security and Safety Committee are as follows: a. Study, evaluate and recommend new or revised safety and accident prevention programs and procedures.

v. Sleeping inside the stalls; w. Blowing of horns inside the LTTC;

b. Conduct safety survey and inspection in the Terminal ensuring that all stakeholders observe the safety programs and procedures: and c.

x. Any form of gambling and soliciting of alms/contributions;

Such other functions as may be authorized by law, ordinance, rules and regulations.

y. Cleaning and washing of vehicles within the terminal premises;

SECTION 55. USE OF CITATION TICKET. Any person/stallholder violating the provisions of this ordinance shall be issued a Citation Ticket. The Citation ticket will indicate the violation committed as well as the penalty relative thereto. a. Stallholders must settle first any violation before paying their regular monthly rental. b. Stallholders found to have committed three violations are obliged to undergo re-orientation seminar about the policies pertaining to LIBTC and must put into writing through a promissory note not to commit any offense in the future. c. Failure of stallholders to comply with his/her commitment or pay the corresponding amount for the violation committed as stipulated in the Citation Ticket shall be asufficient cause or ground for the revocation or cancellation of stallholders’ lease contract or the right to occupy any space within the Terminal, or immediate ejection from the stall being occupied.

ARTICLE XII PENAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 56. PUNISHABLE ACTS. Within the premises of the LTTC, the following acts shall be punishable: a. Selling and drinking of alcohol or intoxicating drinks; b. Shouting and operation of Videoke, karaoke, or any minus-one features; c. Smoking in the Terminal premises other than the designated smoking area; d. Throwing of cigarette butts and other waste other than garbage receptacles; e. Spitting on the floors and walls; f.

Littering and/or indiscriminate disposal of garbage wastes and litters;

g. Vandalism;

Non-observance of cleanliness;

z. Obstruction of LTTC employees in discharging their duties; aa. Parents allowing their children to play, sell or loiter in or around the stalls in the LIBC premises; bb. All prohibited acts inside the public market are likewise applicable’to the LTTC.

SECTION 57. PENALTIES.Violators of any punishable acts contemplated in Section 56hereof shall be penalized as follows: a. First Offense - fine of not less than Php 1,000.00 or an imprisonment of one (1) month or both at the discretion of the court; b. Second and Consecutive Offenses - Fine of not less than Php 1,500.00 but not more than Php 2,500.00 or imprisonment of six (6) months or both at the discretion of the court and the revocation of business license.

SECTION 58. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE. If for any reason or reasons, any part or provisions of this Ordinance shall be held unconstitutional or invalid, the other parts or provisions hereof which are not affected thereby, shall continue to be in full force and effect.

SECTION 59. REPEALING CLAUSE. Existing ordinances, executive orders and administrative regulations or part thereof which are inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 60. EFFECTIVITY CLAUSE. This Ordinance shall take effect Fifteen (15) days upon approval .APPROVED: July 7, 2014.

CERTIFIED CORRECT:

(Sgd.)ELENO U. SAMBAAN

Secretary to the Sanggunian ATTESTED AND CERTIFIED TO HAVE BEEN DULY ADOPTED:

h. Urinating at any other location other than the comfort room;

(Sgd.) DIOSDADO T. OBSIOMA

Vice Mayor, Presiding

i.

APPROVED:

Taking a bath in the comfort room;

(Sgd.)OLIVER L. UBAUB Municipal Mayor

j. Bringing in excess muddy vehicles or loaded with putrid or odorous materials which endanger public health and safety;

MDN: Oct 23, 2014

STEAG... from B1

the whole municipality is already energized.

Since in 2006, Steag is also growing 120 trees a day, a commitment that will run for 25 years for the protection of the environ-

ment, which include planting of mangroves as part of its aqua-marine protection program in selected areas in the province.

T h e e l e c t r i f i c at i o n project is implemented in partnership with MORESCO 1 and MORESCO 2, CEPALCO and MOELCI 1.

Dialogue... from B1

understand of the agency’s role in ensuring the food security of the country and the stability of supply and price of the staple grain-rice in ways like procurement of paddy from individual bonafide farmers and their organizations, buffer stock-

ing, dispersal of paddy and milled rice to strategic locations and distribution of the staple grain to various accredited outlets at appropriate times of the year.

Furthermore, allocations of retailers were also decreased due to start of the fourth quarter palay harvest season in Misamis Oriental and all other provinces. This strategy of decreasing allocation of retailers is being undertaken by NFA during palay harvest season as one way to avoid palay prices to decrease to the detriment of palay farmer, as NFA is mandated to protect both farmer and consumers.

Meanwhile, NFA is focused on its outreach pro-

gram dubbed ‘Ugnayan’ which helps farmers appreciate the efforts in bringing the government closer to them.

“Ugnayan (outreach)” is one of the approaches in buying yields to ensure that more farmers will benefit from it. It is being done in coordination with the local government units through provincial and municipal agriculture offices, cooperative development councils, farmers’ organizations, individual farmers, National Irrigation Administration, Department of Agrarian Reform and other national government agencies.

(Marianne C. Tapongot,/ JCV/PIA)

MDN: June 16-Dec.15, 2014