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Residents slam coastal road project in Surigao Volume VIII, No. 225

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IANGA, Surigao del Sur--Townsfolk of this sleepy seaside town have been opposing the 2.79-kilometer bypass and diversion coastal road project which they fear will destroy at least 30 hectares of mangrove forest but it seems their plea were turned into deaf ears by concerned government agencies.

Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu has yet to act on a petition letter signed by hundreds of residents mostly Catholic parishioners on December 20 last year asking for his intervention to stop the implementation of the project to save the endangered mangrove ecosystem.

“Why pursue a coastal highway project which would entail a relatively huge amount of money and worst, would ultimately destroy our rehabilitated mangrove ecosystem which we regard as a precious tourism showcase of Lianga?”

Studes give parents ‘hugs and flowers’ during IKNB thanksgiving

the petitioners asked.

Earthworks The Department of P u b l i c Wor k s an d Highways(DPWH) coastal road project costing P173 million awarded to CM Tan Construction based in Butuan City started dumping limestone gravel on the starting line of the road project in December last year after it was included in the 2018 General Appropriations Act fund.

But the Environmental Compliance Certificate isMANGROVE FOREST NO MORE. Lianga town Councilor Samuel Dollano points the extent of damage that will sued to the road project See PROJECT, page 2

affect the 30 hectares of mangrove forest. Photo by Chris V. Panganiban

Body to deliberate P30b Davao monorail proposal

By MARK FRANCISCO Correspondent

IT was indeed an inspiring sight as--on cue from Misamis Oriental Governor Yevgeny Vincente Emano-more than 2,700 provincial government college scholars gave flowers and hugged during Valentine’s Day See FLOWERS, page 2

ISKOLAR KO NI BAMBI.

Misamis Oriental Governor Yevgeny Vincente “Bambi” Emano presents the amount spent and the number of beneficiaries during the 12th general assembly of his 3,400 “Iskolar Ko Ni Bambi” scholarship program, at the Tagoloan town dome on Thursday (February 14). Photo by Gerry Lee Gorit

DAVAO City--The Investment Coordination Committee (ICC) of the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) is set to deliberate within the month the unsolicited proposal of the company owned by Davao-based business tycoon Dennis Uy for the construction of a P30-billion monorail project in Davao City.

NEDA 11 director Maria Lourdes Lim said in an interview that during the deliberation, the NEDA-ICC will look into the viability

of the proposed intra-city urban rail transport system called “Davao City Mover Project,” which is seen as one of the solutions to ease the traffic congestion here.

“It’s usually during NEDA-ICC deliberations that the committee looks at the viability of the project and of course since this is an unsolicited proposal, meaning, there’s going to be an exposure of the private partner with the government,” she said, adding that a risk assessment See BODY, page 2

Bacolod-Kalawi to hold peace and order meeting

BACOLOD-KALAWI Mayor Abdulmohaimen Dipatuan of Lanao del Sur is scheduled to hold its first quarter peace and order council meeting next week to further strengthen town’s peace and order.

During the meeting, Dipatuan is expected to reiterate to the local and barangay officials and partners his call to sustain peace and order Mayor Abdulmohaimen L. programs of the local government.

Dipatuan Municipality of “It’s generally peaceful here nowadays and kalawi Province of Lanao that is why we would want to maintain it aldel Sur.

though there are still some cases of unsettled ‘ridos’ or clan feuds,” the mayor pointed out.

The mayor said they are still strengthening its campaign against illegal drugs by maintaining the Barangay Anti-Drug Abuse Council (BADAC).

To prove its commitment of support to end all forms of criminalities, the municipal government also strengthens its campaign against proliferation of loose firearms with the implementation of “Balik Armas” program.

Mayor Dipatuan emphasized that even before the national government’s campaign took place, they have already started with their own campaign.

“We have been advocating ever since a loose firearm free community,” he said.

Mayor Dipatuan said previously they presented to the local PNP at least 30 lose firearms and later they also surrendered at least 18 loose firearms to the Philippine Army.

See MEETING, page 2

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research area under the Philippine Aquasilviculture from page 1 Program of which the idenprovided that “no cut- tified project area was the ting of mangrove trees shall first affected by the earth be undertaken unless ex- works activities. tremely necessary and only According to BFAR , upon the approval of proper authorities and shall be aquasilviculture is a manin accordance of existing agement strategy that comForestry Laws, Rules and bines and harmonizes fish production and mangrove Regulations.”

A check at the project development, a strategy site which started at the Re- that has become favorable search Center of Surigao del livelihood opportunity to Sur State University-Lianga sustainably augment fishers Campus that offers fisheries income and, at the same courses has already crossed time, reforest the mangrove. and dumped limestone on Dollano said SSDUa fish pond full of Bangus fingerlings and earthworks Lianga Campus serves as has already reached about the secretariat of Coast50 meters burying mature al Community Alliance mangrove trees underneath. United for Sustainable Ecosystem(CCAUSE) that Students worry Rofel Sarabia, a fourth covers the towns of Tago, year fisheries student, said Bayabas, Cagwait, Marithey were surprised when hatag, San Agustin, Lianga, the dump trucks and other Barobo, Hinatuan, Lingig earth moving equipment and Bislig City.

“They attack the core of came and immediately started filling limestone the Coastal Resource Manin the middle of the fish- agement Program in Lianga pond located in between Bay and at the same time the fishponds and the still they attack the very core of unoccupied two-storey re- life support system which is mangrove,”Dollano said. search center.

Told to earth ball “There would be a big Community Environimpact in case of the big one or a storm surge will hit ment and Natural Resources this town. The mangroves Officer Cliff Abrahan said can prevent the surge as a the contractor is obliged to do earth balling on the natural barrier,” he said.

He said the students did affected mangrove trees not really like that a diver- and transfer them to vacant sion road will cut across areas of the mangrove forest their research area and if as stipulated in the Special they have their way they Land Use Permit.

He said based on the will oppose the project.

Sarabia and four other agreement between the Destudents who are scholars partment of Environment of Bureau of Fisheries and and Natural Resources and Aquatic Resources(BFAR) DPWH the contractor is were doing research work required to plant at least when INQUIRER accompa- 100 propagules for every nied by Sanggunian Bayan mangrove that will die durmember Samuel Dollano ing the earth work activities.

Snowballing protest visited them on the last The multi-million peweek of January.

BFAR has a P1.153 mil- sos project which was an lion mangrove rehabilitation initiative of Rep. Prospero project within the school’s Pichay of Surigao del Sur’s

DepEd supervise BEEA to Grade 12 students

By AUDILYN L. DAUMAR Teacher III Bugo Central School

tion, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and Philosophy.

The results will be in terms of proficiency levels with a corresponding percentage score. The result will be reflected on individual Certificate of Recognition to be released through the Schools Division Offices which will be released in April.

BEEA is supervised in accordance to DepEd Order No. 5, series of 2019 or the Administration of the Basic Education Exit Assessment for School Year 2018-2019; DepEd Order No. 25, s. 2018 or the School Calendar for School Year 2018-2019; and DepEd Order No. 55 s. 2016 or the Policy Guidelines on the National Assessment of Student Learning for the K to 12 Basic Education Program.

The Department of Education (DepEd) through the Bureau of Education Assessment (BEA) administers the Basic Education Exit Assessment (BEEA) to all Grade 12 learners in both public and private schools nationwide on February 13 and 14.

The assessment is conducted to determine if the students are meeting the “learning standards, improve instructional practices, evaluate effectiveness and efficiency of education service delivery and provide empirical information as bases for curriculum, learning delivery assessment and policy reviews, and policy formulation.” BEEA aims to cover the learning skills and the seven learning areas of Senior High School (SHS) such as Languages, Sources: DepEd.gov.ph Humanities, Communica- (https://bit.ly/2StXgPn)

1st Congressional District has been opposed by local officials through several resolutions they passed last year.

The local officials supported the clamor of residents who initiated a signed manifesto in the first week of December last year opposing the implementation of the road project.

The manifesto circulated to residents in the affected three neighboring coastal villages said the road project runs counter to the mangrove protection and sanctuary program of the DENR, destroys the breeding place and habitat of sea grass and different kinds of shellfish, destruction of P58 million baywalk project of the Department of Tourism , expensive funding for road right of way for the demolition of fisherfolk homes and the problem of relocation for the displaced residents.

The Municipal Agriculture and Fishery Council (MAFC) also aired their strong objection to the project with resolution they passed as early as February 22 last year citing the negative effects to the marine ecology and to the fisherfolk once the project is implemented.

The council also stood pat that the project contradicts to the original diversion road plan located at the upper portion of the town which was approved by the Municipal Development Council.

Enrique Layno IV, president of the Parish Pastoral Council, agreed with MAFC’s stand saying even during the term of his father who was mayor in the 1990s the plan was to develop the Lianga Upland Diversion Road project since most of the areas that will be affected by the road opening are alienable and disposable lands which will not have direct environmental impact.

“I just wonder why this coastal road project as in-

sisted by Congressman Pichay suddenly came up like a mushroom,”” Layno said.

Alternative Dollano said the proposed Upland Diversion Road project is better since there was high social acceptance, and environmentally benign. “The ECC issued to the coastal road project is lopsided since it has high environmental impact.”

He said based on expert studies the upland diversion road would pave the way for the expansion of the town center from the higher elevation considering that the old Poblacion is already below sea level due to the impact of climate change.

Mayor Homer Pedrozo agreed saying the implementation of the project can no longer be prevented since the affected residents gave their nod during a consultation through public hearing was conducted in the village of Payasan in October last year.

“We can no longer stop it but our concern now is that it is up for the national government agencies to check if there are violations,”Pedrozo said.

But he admitted the affected residents’ approval was not based on their written signature but on a video clip produced by National Economic Development Authority which shows they verbally said that the coastal road project is okay.

Prolonging the agony Macario Angela, an outspoken parish pastoral council member, said the coastal road project may hve emboldened Pichay to push for it since a similar road has traversed from the Poblacion to a private beach resort owned by Mayor Jose Cuyos of Rosario town in Agusan del Sur destroying hundreds of mangroves.

“Why allow another mistake from the previous mistake and held hostage our coastal ecosystem? “he asked.

Dollano also explained

Age-appropriate teaching

By FELCRES B. BUCOD Teacher III Bugo Central School

THE standards for K-12 students are to both understand and be able to engage in scientific inquiry. For early elementary students, full inquiry involves asking a simple question, completing an investigation, answering the question, employing simple equipment and tools to gather data and extend the senses and presenting the results to others. For fifth and sixth graders, inquiry calls for students to become more attuned to the role that evidence plays in forming their explanations.

To encourage ageappropriate classroom inquiry doesn’t necessarily mean applying the scientific method. That’s because inquiry can take many forms such as de-

scribing objects, events and organisms, classifying them and doing a fair test that changes one variable at a time.

Science teachers have recommended inquiry as the preferred instructional method for elementary science classes because it directly engages students’ thinking about a problem usually in the form of a scientific investigation.

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Cuyos who operated the Big Times Resort were told by the local government to rehabilitate the affected mangrove areas with massive tree planting activities of which they obliged.

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last Thursday at the spacious Tagoloan Dome in the said municipality.

The occasion - the yearly assembly of Iskolar Ko Ni Bambi (IKNB), now on its 12th year.

IKNB (named after the governor’s monicker) first started in 2007 when Emano was still the congressman of the second district of the province yet its roots dated way before that.

Then the mayor of Tagoloan town, Emano institutionalized the Tagoloan Community College (TCC) with only 68 initial enrollees.

Today, TCC is a selfsustaining college with hundreds of students.

When Emano elevated to the congressional post in 2007, he wanted to expand his educational outreach district-wide and so IKNB was born.

In 2013, Emano became governor of the province.

It was an oppurtinity for high school graduates from Balingasag to Magsaysay to be included in the program.

From its humble inception to the present, IKNB has already produced 19,500

college graduates, most of them successful entrepreneurs and employees either here or abroad.

Every Valentine’s Day, the existing crop of scholars gather together at Tagoloan Dome to remind themselves of their humble beginnings, reflecting on a bright future that awaits them.

In a press conference prior to the event last February 14, Emano said cum laude graduates are automatically offered a job at the Capitol.

Today, the provincial government employs 12 such achievers.

During the thanksgiving celebration marked with dancing by clusters, the scholars pulled off a surprise of their own.

They rewarded Emano with a painting of his portrait together with a collage of the various academic achievements of Class 2019.

They were one in praying that Emano and his administration will continue to lead the Capitol in the next three years, inspiring the youth in Misamis Oriental to be the next community achievers one step at a time.

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“We are serious on our campaign,” he emphasized.

Mayor Dipatuan stressed it would greatly help stop “rido” or clan feuds. (Analisa Española)

A school science fair

By MARICRIS M. RACHO Teacher III Bugo Central School

A science fair is generally a competition where contestants present their science project, results in the form of a report, display board and/or models that they have created. Here in the Philippines, science fairs were institutionalized by DepEd’s Bureau of Curriculum Development through the conduct of yearly National Science and Technology Fairs.

The NSTF this year will be held from February 18 to 22 at Tagaytay International Convention Center. The contestants were previous champs in their respective regions which were in turn culled from the division and school levels. The regionals were previously held in 14 lo-

cales nationwide last November.

The aim actually of the science fair is to promote science and technology consciousness and a culture of innovation among the youth and identify the most creative and innovative student researchers from junior and senior high schools who shall represent the country in international science research fairs.

So how do we in the Philippines fare? For instance, our Filipino students just bagged championships in the recently concluded Intel ISEF 2018 in the United States. In short, our students are very talented indeed. They just need the best teachers, technology and guidance for them to ace wherever in the world.

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Thank you 1-CARE Party-List for the ‘Murang Kuryente’ Act THE Ist Consumer Alliance for Rural Energy (1CARE) Party-List Principal Nominee Engr. Ashar y Maongco has lauded the effort of Congressman Carlos Roman Uybarreta, lead author of the newly approved ‘Murang Kuryente’ Act. Maongco says the House of Representatives voted 171-6-0 in favor of House Bill (HB) No. 8869, while the Senate approved Senate Bill (SB) No. 1950 with a vote of 17-0.

Lawmakers have dubbed these measures as the “Murang Kuryente Act”(Cheap Electricity Act). There would be an estimated decrease of P0.57 per kilowatt hour (kWh) in electricity billings.

Uybarreta is the representative of the 1-CARE Party List and concurrent vice chair of the Energy Committee and member of the Joint Congressional Power Commission.

The reduction of electric bill is equivalent to more or less P115 to P120 in savings for a household with a monthly consumption at 200 kWh), Maongco said, electric consumers could save more, amounting to P0.8474 per kWh. This translates to a savings of P169.48 per month and P2,033.76 per year, which would be enough for a household to buy an extra sack of rice.

The S enate unanimously approved on final reading a bill seeking to

reduce electricity rates by using the Malampaya fund to pay stranded debts and contract costs of the National Power Corp. (NPC).

The bill will use the Malampaya fund collection for the payment of the missionary electrification charge, environmental charge of the NPC, and the feed-in-tariff allowance.

The national government’s net share from the Malampaya Natural Gas Project, amounting to PHP204 billion, can be tapped to settle NPC’s stranded costs and debts assumed by the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management (PSALM) Corp.

Under the measure, the net national government share from the Malampaya

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fund shall be remitted to a special trust fund to be administered by PSALM. The Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) defines stranded contract costs of NPC as the “excess of the contracted cost of electricity under eligible contracts over the actual selling price of the contracted energy output of such contracts in the market.

The stranded cost is passed on to consumers as part of the universal charges in electricity billings (ruff y44_ph2000@ yahoo.com)

The CYNOSURE

‘WOW Pilipinas,’ what’s the buzz?

WOW Pilipinas, looks like the popular tourism catchword that everyone in the country seems familiar with.

Reportedly, one of the major sponsors, the WOW Pilipinas also drew a lot of attention when the catchword was prominently displayed in the recent Pacquiao-Borne fight in the United States.

The popularity echoed in the four corners of the country before everybody knows that WOW Pilipinas is now a certified party list.

Yes, folks… The Commissions on Elections (COMELEC) certified that WOW Pilipinas is one of the approved party lists in the

midterm elections in May 13, 2019. WOW Pilipinas Party List is listed as # 169.

The party list Wow Pilipinas described itself as a “tourism sector party list and advocacy for sustainable, quality and modern tourism development.”

It aims to pursue policy programs that will modernize tourism and increase the human capital and capacity of stakeholders and implementers in the tourism industry.

The WOW Pilipinas Party List introduces itself as the “leading tourism sector party list and advocacy in the Philippines, which

champions opportunities and job creation through sustainable, quality and modern tourism development and local community empowerment.”

Why just now? Given that the development of tourism potentials is one of the most viable sources of sustainable income, the coming of the “WOW Pilipinas” as a party list is long overdue.

Tourism is acknowledged as a major catalyst of development in areas with tourist attraction. Where there are tourists, the economy perks up in terms of services and employment opportunities.

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Although long overdue, the accreditation of the WOW Pilipinas as a party list is indispensable at a time when important legislations are needed to develop the country’s tourism industry.

There is a need to legislate tourism-related laws, particularly to protect not only the tourism industry, but also the visitors and stakeholders.

For instance, stakeholders should be given access to financial institution to in able them to develop See BUZZ, page 11

A Deeper View

Unprecedented

IN our country’s seven decades of democratic experiment, it is only now that we are seeing an unprecedented phenomenon where the sitting president endorses a set of senatorial candidates short by one of the required number to be elected while a member of the First Family endorses a set in excess of one of the 12 seats up for grabs.

Regardless of one’s partisan preferences, this phenomenon only succeeds in painting an administration that is lacking in political coherence inflicting unequalled ruin to its ability to lead and govern.

But why did it happen that President Duterte is endorsing 11 as official senatorial candidates of his party, the Partido Demokratikong Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan, where 12 needs to

be elected while his daughter’s newly-minted regional party, Hugpong Pagbabago, is endorsing 13 where only 12 will be elected?

It may be argued that Duterte is not required to endorse 12 candidates if he believes only11 deserves the people’s vote. But this does not fly. His daughter’s endorsement of 13 candidates makes this argument fallacious.

What could be the viable argument paving this phenomenon from happening?

It is in the motive behind the selection of the candidates. Duterte’s criteria in choosing who to endorse is solely based on what the candidate has done for him in the last election and during his incumbency.

From his own mouth he claims reelectionist Cynthia Villar and her hus-

band played crucial roles on convincing him to run for the presidency in 2016 hence her inclusion in his slate. Imee Marcos, on the other hand, belongs to the family who greatly helped him secure victory in that race. This is aside from the fact that Duterte’s father was a loyal ally of the senatorial candidate’s dictator father.

Ronald dela Rosa, Francis Tolentino and Christopher Go are in the anointed ticket of Duterte for the devotion they had showed him while in the service of his administration.

Duterte himself said Jinggoy Estrada and Ramon Revilla Jr. were too late in asking for his endorsement hence their non-inclusion in his favored candidates, meaning, if they were on time in seeking his endorsement he would have readily

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given it to them. Rumors circulating in the grapevine, however, say that the duo were dropped like hot potatoes when Duterte’s sincerity in his so called war on corruption was questioned with the inclusion of the two.

Estrada is currently facing plunder charges before the Sandiganbayan in connection with the P10 billion pork barrel fund scam engineered by Janet Lim Napoles. Estrada is just out on bail. Revilla, on the other hand, had been acquitted by the Sandiganbayan of the same charges but being asked by the See UNPRECEDENT, page 11

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MAXXIS Tires and NAsFOR Seal Partnership for MAXXIS 4×4 Cup Philippines Off Road Challenge 2019 Photos by KIT PILLA MAXXIS Tires puts its high-performance products to the ultimate test yet again with the MAXXIS 4×4 Cup Philippines: Off-road Challenge 2019. The year-long annual event which will happen in various provinces in the country promises the Filipino off-road community more actionpacked challenges.

Presented by the National Association of Filipino Off-Roaders (NAsFOR), the annual MAXXIS 4×4 Cup Philippines Off-road Challenge 2019 features a variety of route twists and extremely muddy terrain with uneven ground and waist-level puddles that put racers and their 4×4 trucks to the extreme test.

With MAXXIS Tires such as the Mud Trepador M9060 and Razr MT772, racers are more confident in conquering the track.

These MAXXIS tires have tread and sidewall reinforcements and are made with rubber compounds specific for off-road adventures. The Mud Trepador M9060 and Razr MT772 are designed to withstand punctures and cuts, endure low air pressure

operation, improve off-road stability and handling, and provide strong traction in all types of terrain for superior driving performance.

“We’re extremely excited to announce another cycle of the MAXXIS 4×4 Cup Philippines: Off-road Challenge happening this year in several provinces across the nation. The off-road community has grown so much in the 8 See MAXXIS, page 10

Honda Introduces the New CRF250L Hino Inaugurates Dealership HONDA Philippines, Inc. (HPI) recently unveiled the latest version of the CRF250L, now equipped with sportier style upgrades.

“We, at Honda, are pleased to announce that the New CRF250L is set to excite offroad enthusiasts and gearheads to take it for a spin once again. The new model is not only perfect for the tough terrains See HONDA, page 10

in General Santos

COMMITTED to extending Total Support to more Filipinos, Hino Motors Philippines (HMP), the exclusive distributor of Hino trucks and buses in the Philippines, strengthens its foothold in Southern Mindanao with the opening of its first dealership for the year.

The new dealership, Hino General Santos, is strategically located in Barangay Apopong along the General Santos City national highway. As a 3S dealership, it will offer service operations, sales and spare parts to help address the city’s needs in logistics, transportation and other industries.

Hino General Santos

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Republic of the Philippines Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao Province of Lanao Del Sur Capitol Complex, Buadi Sacayo, Marawi City OFFICE OF THE PROVINCIAL VICE-GOVERNOR

MESSAGE Assalamu alaikum wahmatullahi wabarakatuho!

My heartfelt congratulations to the citizens of Municipality of Kapatagan, as you celebrate your 37th Founding Anniversary.

I think it’s fair to say we are operating in an unusual political environment.

And in times like these, it’s worth remembering the Municipality of Kapatagan’ remarkable history over the past years. We have seen challenges before, and we have overcome them, thanks to the efforts of our forefathers and the past and present local officials like you and also because of an unwavering commitment to our core principles. That will never change.

Thirty-seven years is more than half a lifetime for most people. But for a government institution such as the Municipality of Kapatagan, it is relatively a brief period. It is simply a succession of young people going out into the world and, preferably, in order to build a nation. And for that, an institution would need, I would surmise, all the years it can have.

Today, let us reunite with our families, friends and fellow Kapatagan and simply have fun and enjoy each other’s company. Wherever we have been, whatever station we have reached in life, we come back to these friendships.

Congratulations.

Wassalam!

M AMINTAL

“BOMBIT” A. ADIONG, JR.

Vice-Governor Province of Lanao Del Sur

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Mayor FREDDIE G. MANGUDADATU Municipality of Mangundadatu, Maguindanao

Assalamu Alaykum Warahmatullahi Ta’Allah Wabarakatuhu...

The Inaul Festival 2019 is simply showcasing the iconic Moro fabric.

For one thing, Maguindanaons have been producing inaul fabrics for centuries now.

In this regard, the provincial government has been trying to maximize the involvement of Maguindanao populace in the inaul industry.

In fact, inaul is now seen as an alternative means of livelihood for local weavers.

Further, this weeklong festival highlights our rich culture where it is capped with cultural shows and traditional competitions.

Inaul festival is part of our effort to connect inaul weavers to the national and international scene.

Happy Inaul Festival 2019!

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Bong Go sustains survey surge; lands in middle of Magic 12 FORMER Special Assistant to the President and 2019 senatorial candidate has sustained his strong showing in the senatorial race at the onset of the formal campaign period, landing middle of the “Magic 12”, with a ranking of 6 to 12 in the Jan. 26-31, 2019 Pulse Asia survey.

In the Dec. 14-21, 2018 Pulse Asia survey, Go managed to land in the 14th to 16th place with a voting preference of 29.7 percent.

This rating jumped to 44.7 percent in the latest survey, making it the biggest increase among candidates.

The recent Pulse Asia survey virtually mirrors the Jan. 23-26, 2019 Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey where Go barged his way into the middle of the winning circle with a ranking of 5th to 6th place, compared to his 15th to 16th place showing in the December survey.

“Muli po, maraming salamat sa aking mga supporters na naniniwala sa aking kakayahan at katapatan sa aking hangarin na mag-serbisyo sa Pilipino.

Nakakataba po ng puso ang inyong pagtitiwala (Again, thank you very much to my supporters who believe in my capability and my sincer-

ity in my wish to serve the Filipino people. Your trust in me is heart-warming,” Go said.

Go also thanked President Rodrigo R. Duterte, who vouched for his integrity during the ruling party PDP-Laban’s proclamation and kick-off rally in Bulacan on Thursday.

“Honest ito. Serbisyo lang talaga ang gusto, kasi gusto magtrabaho (He is honest. All he wants is to serve and work),” Duterte said, referring to the former SAP and his dedication to serve the people.

“Malaking bagay po ang pagtitiwala sa atin ni Pangulong Duterte (President Duterte’s trust in me is a huge thing),” Go said, noting that majority of the Filipino people continue to trust the President.

“Dahil sa kanilang paniniwala na tama at maganda ang pamamalakad ng gobyernong ito, kusa nilang sinisikap suportahan ang Pangulo at ang mga sinusuportahan ng Pangulo para ipagpatuloy ang tunay na pagbabago na nangyayari ngayon (Because they believe that the present governance is good, they support the President and everyone whom the President supports and trusts to continue

the real change that is happening now),” he added.

Go said the survey results inspire him to work even harder to present his advocacy to serve the Filipino people.

“Dagdag na inspirasyon po ito para lalo akong magsumikap na maipaabot sa ating mga kababayan ang ating plano na ituloy ang serbisyong tatak-Duterte para sa tuloy-tuloy na pagbabago (It further inspires me to work harder to bring the Duterte brand of service to the people so change would continue),” he added.

At the same time, Go reiterated his earlier call for his supporters to follow the election rules and promote fair and honest elections.

“I’m begging you, sumunod po tayo sa mga patakaran ng Comelec (Commission on Elections). I’m begging you po, huwag na po kayo maglagay ng tarpaulin para See SUSTAINS, page 10

Ayala Land sets P130-B capex for 2019

By LESLIE GATPOLINTAN

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND COMMISION

MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY PANGASIWAAN NG KALAKALANG PANDAGAT

Regional Office XI 2nd Floor, Davao Ching Printers, Inc. Bldg., Lakandula St. corner Dacudao Ave., Agdao, Davao City

IN THE MATTER OF APPLICATION FOR THE RENEWAL OF CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE (CPC) FOR THE CARRIAGE OF PASSANGERS ONLY PERSUANT TO R.A. 9295 AND THE 2014 AMENDMENTS TO THE REVISED RULES AND REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING R.A 9295.

CASE NO. MROXI-19-010-R

NARCISO V. RAMOS, JR., Applicant.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Before us is an application for the renewal of Certificate of Public Convenience of the above-named applicant to operate the vessels MBCA”FLYING SQUID” in an islan tour operation for the carriage of passenger only, on a daily deregulated sailing schedule, from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM, in the following routes and rates:

Notice is hereby given that the said application will be heard by this Authority on 22 February 2019 at 2:00 PM at the MARINA RO XI Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Davao Ching Printers, Inc. Bldg., Lakandula St. corner Dacudao Ave., Agdao, Davao City.

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The Applicant shall publish this Order once in a newspaper of general circulation or shall post this Order in the MARINA website at least five (5) days prior to the scheduled date or hearing.

Parties opposed to the grant of the Application must file their written opposition supported by documentary evidence on or before the above date, furnishing a copy of the same to the Applicant, and may, if they so desire, appear on said date and time.

Applicant shall submit a written Formal Offer of Evidence (FOE) during the hearing of five (5) days thereafter.

Done this 15th day of February 2019 at Davao City, Philippines.

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MANILA -- Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) has earmarked a PHP130-billion capital spending for 2019, to fund the development of more real estate projects following a banner performance last year, as a rosier economic outlook is expected to support continued growth of the property market.

“In 2019, we are hopeful, we feel way positive that the economy will continue to be supportive with property industry therefore, allow us to continue to make progress in our 2020-PHP40 billion plan,” ALI President and Chief Executive Officer Bernard Vincent Dy said in a press briefing Friday.

Dy was referring to the company’s 2020 growth plan to reach PHP40 billion in net income.

“From 2018 to 2020, we need to grow 17 percent per year to get to the PHP40 billion, this is now within striking distance,” he said.

ALI chief finance officer Augusto Bengzon said 40 percent of this year’s planned PHP130-billion capital expenditures (capex) will be spent on residential projects, about 20 to 25 percent for the leasing segment, and the balance spread across land acquisition, estate development See SETS, page 10

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Soldiers, rebels killed in Valentine’s Day attack

By GERRY LEE GORIT Correspondent

CAGAYAN de Oro City-At least half a dozen government and Communist combatants were killed in a 15-minute firefight in Sitio Green Valley, Barangay Dalwangan, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon in the evening of Valentine’s Day (February 14).

According to the Phil.

Army’s 4th Infantry Division, two of its soldiers were killed and another wounded when a group of New People’s Army (NPA) rebels attacked a military

patrol based manned by the 1st Special Forces Battalion.

The 4ID said the soldiers were deployed in the area to conduct the community support program.

In a local radio interview on Friday, Feb. 15, Capt.

Ryan Layog, information officer of the Army’s 403rd Infantry Brigade, said a soldier was killed while another was wounded when members of the New People’s Army (NPA) attacked the detachment manned by the 1st Special Forces Battalion.

The Army has yet to release the identity of the casualty to the media as of

DepEd Early Registration Still on Going

By AUDILYN L. DAUMAR Teacher III Bugo Central School

Early registration for Grades 1, 7, and 11 for School Year 2019-2020, in both public and private schools, is still on going until February 22.

This is in pursuant to Department of Education (DepEd) Order No. 3 series of 2018 or the Basic Education Enrollment Policy which states that the learners have the right to “enroll in public schools upon presentation of minimum documentary requirements, and to be provided with accessible, relevant, quality, and liberating education.”

The order also guarantees the learners’ right to enroll in private schools and State Universities and Colleges that offers basic education upon submission of

minimum documentary requirements , and satisfaction of other conditions that the educational institution may require.

This policy repels Deped Order No. 6 series of 2017 or the Multi-Year Implementing Guidelines on Early Registration. Furthermore, no fees shall be collected from enrollees during enrollment.

Eligibility standards and documentary requirements for early registration includes Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) issued Birth Certificate, Certificate of Completion, and Form 138 for Grades 6 and 10 Completers. For PEPT and A&E Test Passers, enrollees are ought to bring their results.

Early registration for the said year levels started last January 22.

Teaching science to elementary students

By MARICRIS M. RACHO Teacher III Bugo Central School

STUDENTS who are eight to 12 years of age are becoming more relational and enjoy group activities.

At about ten, they begin making decisions on their own and are thinking more abstractly. They more from thinking concretely and literally to being able to think more creatively or abstractly.

Utilize developing math skills and problem solving.

Math skills are increasing at this age and students can measure accurately and begin problem solving.

Provide opportunities for students to measure a variety of materials (both liquid and dry ingredients), using metric and standard mea-

surements. Allowing this age group opportunities to solve problems on their own or in a group setting encourages independent thinking. An example is letting students set up a recycling center on their own.

Engage students by asking questions. Critical thinking skills are part of brain maturation of this age group and need to be encouraged and stimulated. Forming a hypothesis by predicting what will happen in an experiment provides an ideal opportunity to foster critical thinking. Help them along by asking questions such as what will happen next?

Why did that happen? Do you know the name for that?

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this writing.

He said a team of state forces were assigned in the area to implement a nationwide government program.

“We have troops deployed there to conduct the community support program of Pres. Duterte,” said Capt. Ryan Layog, information officer of the Army’s 403rd Infantry Brigade, adding that the soldiers have been immersing in the community to know from them why people are fighting the government.

He said the Army is helping the government come up with a solution and put a stop to the insurgency problem in the country.

Layog said the NPA has resorted to using antipersonnel land mine purposely to thwart any reinforcements from responding. The device failed to detonate as the responding soldiers arrived.

He added using such explosive devices is a violation of the Geneva Conventions, of which the Philippines is a signatory.

In a statement released Friday afternoon, the 4th Infantry Division (4ID) has clarified that two of its soldiers were killed.

This was also confirmed

by Col. Edgardo de Leon, the 403rd brigade commander, who said in a news article that troopers died in the

BRIGADA JINGLE 2017 komposisyon ni Gng. LOLITA A. LOFRANCO Teacher lll Bugo Central School

I Ang Brigada Eskwela programa ng Departamento ng Edukasyon na nangangailangan ng suporta ng komunidad na kinabibilangan ng paaralan na makasali sana sa paghanda sa susunod na pasukan.

II Aksyon plan at rekorida, mga sulat na nag-aanyaya sa LGU at GPTCA , mga magulang at mga ahensya Ginagawa ang mga ito at nagtitipon tipon tayo upang ang mga kasapi makapagpasya sa anumang piano.

III Sa progama ng trabaho, punong guro at mga guro Lahat sa paaralan , nagtutulungan at nagsipaghandaan. Atendans ay di nakakalimutan at pagkuha ng mga larawan sa mga kalahok na tumutulong sa kalinisan.

IV Pulis, burhbero, sundalo at mga pribadong empleyado Dumadalo sa programa tuwing ginaganap ang Brigada Eskwela Walis ay dinadala at sako para sa basura At pala para sa kanal ,pang-alis ito sa mga bara.

V Lunes hanggang Biyernes mga boluntaryo nagsisipagdalo Ang iba’y nagkukumpuni ng mga sirang desk at pintuan Tumpak sa tema natin na Isang DepED, Isang Pamayanan Para sa Handa at Ligtas, Handa at Ligtas na Paaralan.

Robots – teachers of the future?

By FELCRES B. BUCOD Teacher III Bugo Central School

THE unique demands placed on elementary and secondary schoolteachers make this position different from many other jobs at risk of automation. Students all learn differently and a good teacher must attempt to deliver lessons in a way that resonates with every child in the classroom.

Some students may have behavioral or psychological problems that inhibit or complicate that process.

Others may have parents who are too involved or not involved enough in their education. Effective teachers must be able to navigate these many hurdles while satisfying often-changing curriculum requiremnets.

In short, the job de-

mands that teachers have nearly every superhuman levels of empathy, grit and organization. Creating robotic teachers that can meet all these demands may be challenging but in the end, can these AIenhanced entities solve our most pervasive and systematic issues in education?

Because of teacher shortage worldwide, it’s easy to see the appeal of using a robotic teacher to fill these gaps. But we still have some ways to go before such instructors enter our classrooms. Education systems are only as good as the teachers who provide the hands-on schooling.

Today’s robots simply can’t match human teachers in the quality of education they provide to students.

15-minute fighting.

“Indeed, our troops’ timely recovery of the terrorists’ anti-personnel mines saved the lives of the public.

The continuing use of antipersonnel landmines just proved their act of terrorism which rightfully supports the declaration of [European Union and United States] for the declaration of the CPP-NPA as among the list of terrorist groups,” de Leon said in the statement.

Brig. Gen. Nemesio Gacal, the newly installed 4ID commander, has extended his sympathies to the slain soldiers.

“They made their ultimate sacrifice due to their dedication to protect the villagers in pursuit of peace

and development,” Gacal said.

The Army said pursuing soldiers also recovered two M16 rifles, two unexploded anti-personnel mines, 200 meters wire, ammunition, and personal belongings from the rebels.

Meanwhile, Ka Malin Mabini, spokesperson for the NPA’s Northcentral Mindanao region, has claimed the rebels killed four soldiers while three of their fighters lost their lives in the clash.

Quoting a report from the NPA’s Mt. Kitanglad Sub-regional Command, Mabini said the attack was successful as the insurgents managed to seize highpowered firearms from See ATTACK, page A11

Modern technology – its advantages and disadvantages towards students

By ABEGAIL M. YOLDAN, ADA VI Department of Education, Devision of Ozamis City IBJT Compound, Carangan, Ozamis City

TECHNOLOGY is one of the most valuable tools that we have available at our fingertips every day. You can do virtually anything with your smartphone, tablet or computer.

And not only are they endless, they are constantly improving to make the things we have to everyday easier.

But many people believe that the abundance of technology in our schools is hindering students ability to think for themselves and learn old styles of research. People who support the use of technology in the classroom argue that they no longer have to.

It’s a touchy subject that cannot be solved by

just an analysis but learning all of the advantages and disadvantages of having technology in the classroom can certainly give you a well-rounded and informed opinion.

Any answer to any question can be found with a few clicks of the keys on the computer or smartphone. Powerful search engines allow an organized and simple way to find their answers that students may need for assignments or projects.

Before the Internet, children knew what their family taught them. Having access to technology will expose them to things outside of their parents’ interests and help them to form their own opinions.

Hiring procedure at DepEd

By DELMA R. DENAPO Administrative Officer II/HRMO I Tangub City Division

WHEN you want to be a public school teacher here in the Philippines like me, first you must have a passion for teaching as early as you enter your freshman year in college.

Then you need to pass the licensure for teachers after graduating. Then you need to browse upon a list of teacher openings at any particular Division.

Then you apply and take the exam for ranking. By that time, you’ll be on the waiting list to be called for employment (which is of course a permanent item if

there is a vacant position in that particular Division.)

While applying, you need to pass certain documents to DepEd. The following are needed: SSS, TIN, PRC license, postal ID, PhilHealth card, GSIS UMID, passport and voter’s ID. But before that, you need to fill out your personal data sheet at DepEd’s online portal. Then you’ll be scheduled for an interview and a demo (the same thing that you’ve done over and over since you had your practice back in college.)

Make sure to ace the exam though. You need to score 70 points to get qualified for a teaching position.

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the 8 years that MAXXIS has been co-presenting this year-round race event. We promise both the fans and participants a whole new level of thrill and action this 2019,” shares MAXXIS Tires, Chief Operating Officer Ronald Ang. The partnership between MAXXIS Tires and NAsFOR for off-road communities started in 2011, delivering tough tires for the latter’s members nationwide who brave the off-road sport.

“This year is going to be extra challenging for our racers as we’ve managed to cook up more twists and turns in the mechanics.

Also, to take the 4×4 cup series up a notch, we are happy to share that this year’s Driver of the Year will be sent to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to compete in the renowned Borneo Safari.

It’s going to be extremely LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE is hereby served that the estate of the deceased ANTONIO SALDUA consisting of his conjugal share of that titled land of 35, 670 square meters, more or less, situated at Colibao Sta Maria, Davao del Sur (now Davao Occidental) has been extrajudicially settled by his legal heirs pursuant to Section 1 Rule 74 of the Revised Rules of Court as evidenced by Doc. No. 129; Page No. 26; Book No. XIX; Series of 2019 of Notary Public Juanito G. Camasura, Jr., for and in the Province of Davao del Sur, Philippines.

fun as well as the whole event encourages families and friends to support the racers, making the 2-day activity a festive gathering.

We’re grateful to MAXXIS as they’ve been continually supportive of our projects, year in and out,” NAsFOR Events Director Ramon To-ong shares.

Honda... from page 5

and dirt roads but can also be used for daily commute and leisure,” said Mr. Hervic Villa, Department Manager for Motorcycle Planning.

Built to be durable for tough rides, the New CRF250L is equipped with inverted and long-travel front fork and a pro-link rear suspension that manages the aggressive bumps of dirt roads while maintaining enough comfort for the rider. The new bike also sports a digital meter panel and a powerful 250cc fuel-injected engine built to deliver enough output at the rider’s will.

For 2019, HPI brought a style upgrade that makes the bike sharper and more aggressive, with an on/off road sports design inspired by the CRF250R variant, giving it a tougher image while on the road. Notable changes come from its color scheme, as its headlight cover was changed from white to red, front fork color from gold to bronze, rim color from silver to black, and top and bottom bridge from silver to black.

“As a motorcycle company, it is our goal to continuously expand and improve our lineup of product offerings including the on and off-road sports category. The release of the New CRF250L is one of our ways of making more people familiarized with the off-road sports, as well as contribute to improving the lifestyle of our riders,” Mr. Villa added.

The new Honda CRF250L is available at dealerships nationwide at an SRP of PHP 232,000.00.

EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF DECEASED PERSON WITH QUITCLAIM AND ABSOLUTE SALE

NOTICE is hereby served that the estate of the deceased LOURDES PERALTA BARIBAR consisting of that titled land of 353 square meters, more or less, located at Poblacion, Malita, Davao del Sur (now Davao occidental) has been extrajudicially settled by her legal heirs pursuant to Section 1, Rule 74 of the Revised Rules of Court as evidenced by Doc. No. 13; Page No. 3; Book No. XXIV; Series of 2018 of Notary Public Juanito G. Camasura, Jr., for and in the Province of Davao del Sur, Philippines.

Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late FELICIANO T. BONGO, who died on March 11, 2003 in Tagkulong, Matangad, Gitagum, Misamis Oriental while AILYN S. BONGO-ABEJO and VERGIE S. BONGO-ABEJO are the only children and heirs of Feliciano T. Bongo and Ermitania S. Bongo; That the during his lifetime FELICIANO T. BONGO was the owner of a parcel of land that he inherited from his deceased parents, which parcel of land is located at Matangad, Gitagum, Misamis Oriental which is covered by Tax Declaration No. 0819000703815 and more particularly described and bounded as follows:

Lot No. 13871-P

Boundaries: North : Lot 26, 24 ; South: Lot 04 Sec. 027

East : Lot 17 Sec. 002 ; West: Lot 04 Sec. 027, Lot 24 Brgy. Kilangit, Lot 26

Area : Agri. Land 1518 square meters and Res. Land 500 square meters.; Are the subject of EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE OF DECEASED PERSON WITH QUITCLAIM AND ABSOLUTE SALE; made and entered into by and between; ERMITANIA SAMSON Vda. De BONGO, Filipino, of legal age, widow of FELICIANO T. BONGO and a resident of Tagkulong, Matangad, Gitagum, Misamis Oriental; AILYN S. BONGO-ABEJO, Filipino, of legal age, married and a resident of Tagkulong, Matangad, Gitagum, Misamis; VERGIE S. BONGO-ABEJO, Filipino, of legal age, married and a resident of Tagkulong, Matangad, Gitagum, Misamis; That AILYN S. BONGO-ABEJO and VERGIE S. BONGO-ABEJO, for and in consideration of the sum of TWENTY THOUSAND (P20,000.00) PESOS, Philippine Currency, receipt of said sum in full is hereby acknowledged to our satisfaction being paid to us in hand by IVY A. FUENTES, Filipino, of legal age, married to EDUARDO J. FUENTES and a resident of Poblacion, Gitagum, Misamis Oriental do hereby absolutely, Sell, Cede, Transfer and Convey unto the said IVY A. FUENTES, her heirs, executors and assigns the aforementioned parcel of land including the improvements existing therein, free from any lien or encumbrances whatsoever; Under Notary Public of ATTY. MANUEL A. NOLASCO; as per Doc No. 283; Page No. 57; Book No. 30; Series of 2019.

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Hino... from page 5

is the second dealership managed by Motormall Davao Corporation (MDC) after its dealership in Davao.

Hino’s growing presence in highly urbanized areas in the country is a testament to its dedication to enhance the capabilities of different businesses by offering quality Hino trucks and fleet maintenance support.

“We have been looking forward to this day since the ground-breaking ceremony.

We are confident that Hino General Santos will be another successful dealership under MDC’s supervision.

As we open more dealerships this year, we will continue to work hand in hand with our dealer partners to ensure that our operations stand by our Total Support mantra,” said HMP President Hiroshi Aoki.

As a regional center for commerce and industry, General Santos is poised to become one of the fastestgrowing cities in SOCCSKSARGEN. Known as the Tuna Capital of the Philippines, General Santos has seen an influx of investments in tourism and infrastructure because of its strategic location as a transhipment hub in the region. The city’s accessibility via air, land and water gives Hino the perfect opportunity NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY given that the intestate estate of the late JUANITO TAWOY ROLDAN and MATILDE T. ROLDAN consisting a parcel of land known as Lot No. 2581, Pls-43, situated at Brgy. Bahbah, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur with an area of THIRTY SIX THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED FIFTY THREE (36,553) square meters more or less coverd

by TCT No. T-34702 in the Registry of Deeds for the province of Cotabato, Philippines is the subject of Extra Judicial Settlement Among Heirs with Adjudication under the notarial registry of Atty. Ferdinand H. Ebarle per Doc. No. 234, Page No. 47,m Book No. 509, Series of 2018.

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to provide Filipinos with a reliable transport support system consisting of Hino vehicles. “ This is where Hino comes in the picture – we help boost the growth of the city’s economy by ensuring smooth logistical and transport systems. Like what we say in our tagline “Trucks and Buses that Do More,” Hino will always go the extra mile to offer innovative transport solutions to all Filipinos as we continually aim for a more connected and sustainable community,” said HMP Chairman Vicente T. Mills, Jr. Known for providing safe, durable and reliable trucks, HMP has been assembling and exclusively distributing quality Hino trucks and buses in the Philippines for more than 40 years to meet the transport needs of businesses ranging from small and medium enterprises to big corporations.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony for Hino General Santos was led by Mr. Aoki, Mr. Mills and MDC executives Mr. Felipe S. Barroga, EVP/COO, Mr. Valentino L. Dionisio, AVP/General Manager and Mr. Fred Velasquez, Branch Manager, Hino General Santos.

Sustains... from page 8

wala na pong masabing masama ang taumbayan sa akin.

Ako na po ang nakikiusap (I’m begging you, follow the Comelec rules by not putting up tarpaulins so nothing negative could be said of me) ,” Go said Thursday.

Go made the appeal amid accusations his supporters have violated Comelec regulations in their effort to promote his candidacy.

“Lalaban po tayo ng patas at naaayon sa batas (We will compete fairly and according to the rules),” he said, noting that clean and honest elections have always been the

trademark of Duterte since his stint as mayor of Davao City.

Go reiterated that he will continue to serve Duterte and the Filipino people regardless of the outcome of the elections.

“Bisyo ko na po ang magserbisyo. Basta kahit saan ako dalhin ng tadhana, kami ni Pangulong Duterte, wala kaming ibang hangarin kung hindi ang makatulong at magserbisyo sa kapwa naming Pilipino. Lahat naman po ito ay para sa bayan at sa pagpapatuloy ng tunay na pagbabagong nasimulan ni Pangulong Duterte (Service is a habit of mine. No matter where fate leads me, the President and I have no other desire but to help and serve our fellow Filipino. This is for the country and to effect the real change that the President has started),” he said. (PR)

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The company spent a record PHP110.1 billion in capex last year.

“And then, we planned to launch about PHP130 billion (projects) also this year. But the launch will be dependent on the kind of demand of the market this year,” Dy added.

Meanwhile, ALI reported a 16-percent increase in net income to PHP29.2 billion in 2018 from PHP25.3 billion the previous year, driven by sustained demand for residential products and the healthy performance of its leasing businesses.

Its consolidated revenues climbed 17 percent to PHP166.2 billion from PHP142.3 billion.

Property development revenues rose 18 percent to PHP113.4 billion owing to strong sales across its residential, office for sale and commercial lot segments.

Meanwhile, leasing revenues grew 17 percent to PHP34.9 billion on the back of robust local consumption, increasing demand in business process outsourcing (BPO) offices and a thriving tourism sector.

“As we celebrated our 30th year in 2018, we remained focused on developing more sustainable communities that enrich the lives of Filipinos. We introduced two new estates to bring our total to 26, registered the highest level of residential sales in our history, and stayed on track to open more commercial developments. These led to strong financial results and positioned our company for continued growth in the coming years,” Dy further said.

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matrix will be determined if it’s “not onerous on the part of government.”

The NEDA-ICC consists of the finance sectary as chairman; the NEDA director-general as co-chairman; and the executive secretary, secretaries of agriculture, trade and industry, budget and management, and the governor of the Central Bank of the Philippines as members.

The ICC is tasked to evaluate the fiscal, monetary and balance of payments implications of major national projects, and recommends to the President the timetable of their implementation on a regular basis; advise the President on matters related to the domestic and foreign borrowings program; and submit a status of the fiscal, monetary and balance of payments implications of major national projects.

Lim said that once the NEDA-ICC endorses its approval to the NEDA Board, the proposal will be placed under a Swiss Challenge, to be handled by the Department of Transportation (DOTr), which granted Udenna Corporation of Uy, a friend and campaign funder of President Rodrigo R. Duterte, with original proponent status for the monorail project.

As the original proponent, Lim said the Udenna Corporation has “a certain advantage because you are the original proponent” but added that the Swiss Challenge is “resorted to so that other possible bidders may come in, and outdo probably the proposal of the original proponent.”

“We may see a reduction in cost or better technology, better innovations than the original proponent’s documents. That really is the beauty of going through the Swiss Challenge,” she said.

Aside from Uy, the Korean Engineering Company submitted its unsolicited proposal in 2015 while Philtram/Maglev Vision Corp., in partnership with state-run China Railway Engineering Consulting Group Inc., in January 2017.

The intra-city urban rail transport system has been identified as one of the highpriority projects in the 27-year Infrastructure Modernization for Davao City (IM4Davao) to address traffic congestion.

Under IM4Davao, the first phase of the 15-km mass transit main line phase 1 will run from Davao-Bukidnon Road to J.P. Laurel Avenue Cor. R. Castillo St. Other components of the railway, which are eyed to be completed by 2045, include a 6.6-km extension 1 (from Toril to Davao-Bukidnon Road); and construction and operationalization of 7.3-km extension 2 (from J.P. Laurel Avenue Cor. R. Castillo Street, to Mudiang, and to airport), 6.9-km spur line from J.P. Laurel Avenue to Tagum Digos Central Station, and 3.6-km spur line form Maharlika Highway and Junction of Davao-Bukidnon Road.

Uy’s firms Udenna and Chelsea Holdings created a consortium with China Telecom known as Mislatel that was of-

ficially declared as the country’s new major telco player after the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) En Banc issued its confirmation order on November 19. (Antonio L. Colina IV / MindaNews)

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Ombudsman to return the P124 million that he was accused of plundering but absolved by the court.

Estrada’s half-brother, reelectionist JV Ejercito, is lucky enough to be among the 11 that Duterte is endorsing.

The remaining five of the Duterte-anointed candidates like the others were chosen based on his gratitude for the help they were able to extend to him one way or the other during his presidential bid and during his incumbency hence the phenomenon where only 11 secured his endorsement where 12 is needed to be elected.

Now if this is what patriotism is all about on the part of Duterte, I don’t know what is. (jelbacon@yahoo. com; jebaconii@gmail.com)

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from page 4 tourism spots. There is need to define the role of the local government in the development of the tourism spots, especially if these areas are privately owned.

By passing legislative acts, the private stakeholders would be given protection and be allowed to develop tourist potential spots. Of course, there are critical concerns that must be taken into consideration, particularly the protection of tourists in privately owned tourist spots.

At present, most tourist spots in the country are being controlled and developed by the government – local or national. There is also this observation that the private stakeholders do get much needed support from the local government in the development of tourist potential areas.

With an appropriate tourism legislation, the private stakeholders would be given equal opportunity in the development of private tourist spots.

In order for the tourism industry to be fully represented in Congress, the WOW Philippines Party List should have a seat in the legislative body.

Having a WOW Philippines party list representative would definitely advance the development of the tourism industry in the country. A well-defined tourism sector would bring employment opportunities as the local economy grows for the benefit of the community and its people. -0- Email reaction/comments: crisguardian@ yahoo.com

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the soldiers, among them an M203 and M16 rifles.

He said the NPA did not violate the Geneva Conventions as the explosive device they used was for enemy combatants and not intended for vehicles.

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LTFRB okays Davao City’s request for intra-city bus special permits DAVAO City––The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has approved the request of the City Government of Davao to open the applications for special permits for 20 units of public utility buses that will service the underserved routes during peak hours in Davao City.

A four-page memorandum circular signed by LTFRB chairman Martin Delgra was released on Friday, following the survey conducted by the Davao City Transportation and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) identifying Catalunan Grande and Toril routes as underserved.

The regular fare rate starts at P10 for the first five kilometers and additional P2.20 for every succeeding kilometer.

It said a letter dated Februar y 13, 2019 was submitted by Assistant City Administrator Tristan Dwight P. Domingo recommending for the Peak Hours Augmentation Bus Services (PHABS) to address the growing need for public utility buses from 6:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to and from Catalunan Grande and Toril.

Retired Supt. Dionisio C. Abude, the CTTMO head, said in an interview that a meeting was held with local bus companies on the plan of the city to pursue PHABS, among them Mindanao Star, Bachelor Express, LCI Buses, and Davao Metro Shuttle, amid the increasing demand for public transport services during peak hours.

He said the Mindanao Star, which offered free bus rides to Dabawenyos during Kadayawan sa Dabaw celebration in August 2018, has already committed at least eight units of the “low floor, low entry, or city type” buses to provide augmentation ser vices.

The rest will be provided by other local bus firms, he said.

Based on the LTFRB’s memorandum, the travel from Toril going to Roxas Avenue will have six bus stops: Toril District Hall, Corner Iwha MacArthur Highway, Gulf View (Gas station), Shell Station-Ulas, University of Mindanao (Matina footbridge), and Roxas Avenue. From Roxas Avenue going back to Toril, bus stops are Roxas Avenue, Layby Cor. Rizal-Quezon Boulevard (Merco), Sandawa Pias Café, Coke Warehouse in Ulas, Corner Iwha MacArthur Highway, and Toril.

For Catalunan Grande to Roxas Avenue, it will have nine bus stops: Elenita Heights, Santiago Villas, Sitio Awa, Barangay Hall of Catalunan Grande,

Retired Supt. Dionisio C. Abude, Davao City Transportation and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) head, speaks during a press briefing on public utility buses Thursday (15 Feb 2019). MindaNews photo by Antonio L. Colina IV

Phoenix Gas Station, GSIS in Matina, SM Ecoland, Barangay Hall-Almendras, and Roxas Avenue. The travel from Roxas Avenue back to Catalunan Grande will have another nine bus stops: from Roxas Avenue, Mercur y Drug in Bankerohan, Malayan College, Bangkal near Petron/Collado, San Isidro Labarador Church, Barangay Hall in Catalunan Grande, Sitio Awa, Santiago Villas, and Elenita Heights.

The City Government of Davao is also pushing for DEED OF EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE Notice is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late EUGENIO MACARAYAN CAGAS, died intestate on December 16, 2017 in Davao City, Philippines, that registered owner of certain parcel of land located at Barangay Panacan, Davao City, Philippines, the metes and bound is more particularly described as follows: TARNSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-125920; A parcel of land of the subdivision project Lot 6, Blk 55 Psd-11-019248, being a portion of Lot 3336, Cad 102, Davao Cadastre; situated in the Barrio of Panacan City of Davao, Island of Mindanao; Containing an area of Two Hundred two (202) Square meters more or less; are the subject of Deed of Extrajudicial Settlement of Estate executed and entered into by and between; RUFINA BALATERO CAGAS, of legal age, Filipino, widow and a resident of Prk. 1 Panacan Relocation, Davao City, Philippines; ANICITO BALATERO CAGAS, of legal age, Filipino, married to CLARITA DELA PEÑA CAGAS and a resident of Prk. 1 Panacan Relocation, Davao City, Philippines; RITA CAGAS TAO, of legal age, Filipino, married to ROGER FUENTES TAO and a resident of Prk. 3 Panacan relocation, Davao City, Philippines; JEANETHE CAGAS TOLOP, of legal age, Filipino, married to EMMANUEL ARIENDA TOLOP and a resident of Vista Verde Davao City, Philippines; CLARITA CAGAS PALABRICA, of legal age, Filipino, married to BILLY FUENTES PALABRICA and a resident of Blk. 1 Lot 41 Daffodil St., Greenmeadows, Mintal, Davao City, Philippines; and THERESA CAGAS MONTANTE, of legal age, Filipino, married to MICHAEL MADRONA MONTANTE and a resident of Kitcharao, Agusan del Norte, Philippines; NOW THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the premises and invoking the provisions of Rule 74, Section 1, of the Rules of Court, the parties hereto do hereby do by these presents agree to divide and partition the estate above-described, adjudicating as they do hereby adjudicate; Under Notarial of Atty. ANGEL E. FERNANDEZ; as per Doc No. 44; Page No. 10; Book No. 111; Series of 2018.

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High Priority Bus System, which would replace the jeepney units in the city, to address the need for

mass transit system and traffic congestion in the city. (Antonio L. Colina IV / MindaNews)

Brief History of BSC Rondalla

By LOLITA A. LOFRANCO Teacher lll Bugo Central School

Bugo Central School Rondalla started last July 2010 under the leadership of Mrs. Hermosa P. Robin, our new principal before who took place Mr. Angelo A. Go who had been asking me to create Rondalla action plan before his retirement but it wasn’t realized.

The right time had come when Mrs. Robin was approached

by Mr. Michael Auxilio who came to our school to conduct outreached performances like “Solo bandurria” in different positions. Our pupils were so amazed and they tried to motivate their parents to purchase bandurria instruments and join the training which was held in my classroom every other day for two weeks and thereafter once a week from 5:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m. He was our first pioneering trainer. The training lasted for two months and there were twenty two pupils with respective parents from Grades ll to Vl who had the willingness to participate.

As school coordinator of this particular field, I was a trainee at the same time. I’ve learned lot of things like installing, tuning up bandurria strings using electronic musical keyboard and plucking. I’ve also learned lot of techniques like memorizing first the sofa syllables of a simple piece in a form of singing especially for young learners who could not read musical notes yet.

The location of sofa syllables in each fret and proper positioning of fingers in bandurria were properly taught step by step in one on one manner right after the regular demonstration of each session and I really treasured all those learnings. As the participants learned how to pluck, Mr. Auxilio was then using his Yamaha electronic musical keyboard to accompany those tiny hands while plucking the strings. There was so much fun and excitement.

Last February 5 ,2011 from 8:00 A.M. to 5 p.m. , our pupils joined the “First Fiesta Rondalla” in the presence of GMA Kapuso Network at Limketkai Center , Cagayan de Oro City. The show was really successful but after that musical event, Mr. Michael Auxilio left us independently.

So, I tried to manage the group

by myself and did the tuning of 22 bandurrias before each session started.

It was not really easy to be in a solo flight while tuning or installing bandurria strings. It was actually adding burden to my work as a grade leader at that time but the real essence of joy and fulfillment was there.

Last school year 2012-2013, our group became inactive but upon the arrival of another school principal, Mrs. Cynthia V. Yaħez, BCS Rondalla was again in smooth operation with the help of Nat Y. Saluntao, the DMPI employee, who voluntarily approached our school principal to perform outreached program under the leadership of Engineer Ocaya, the DMPI Cooperative President.

With Mr. Saluntao , we created a new group in replacement of the former rondalla members who graduated in the elementary level. This time, we’re using ukulele, guitar and bandurria in our presentation to every significant event like Nutrition Month and Linggo ng Wika.

When Mrs. Yaħez was transferred out to a school near her residence, Mr. Angelito U. Felisilda officially took place of same school year but there was a continuous plucking activity of the group. We were able to present “Kiddie King and Queen” last December 2013 and “Kiddie King and Queen of Hearts” last February 2014.

On the same day of February 14,2014, our former Brgy.

Captain Jesus Morial who happened to be our invited guest in our school program requested us to present at Brgy. Bugo plaza fronting Sacred heart Parish for an evening affair.

When Mr. Saluntao left Bugo Central School last March 2014, the whole teaching force of BCS had been looking for someone like him who could assist the school coordinator and level down our young learners while teaching this kind of musical craft.

For this SY 2018-2019, we, the Bugo Teachers Club under the leadership of our young and super active principals “Mrs. Corazon Zacal Bartoces and Mrs.Annabelle Javier Lariba, welcome stakeholders to work with us to revive again and again BCS Rondalla which has been in silent mood for three years.

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DOST recognizes student champions in 11th YES Awards

By MA. CRISTINA ARAYATA

MANILA -- The Department of Science and Technology - Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) on Thursday recognized more than 700 students from the National Capital Region during the 11th Youth Excellence in Science (YES) Awards at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City.

These students won bronze, silver and gold medals from various international math and science competitions last year.

There were some 1,469 elementary and high school students who won in international contests in 2018. An awarding ceremony will be set by DOST regional offices for those who are in the

provinces.

Every year, YES awardees receive the “Secretary’s medal” during the awarding ceremony, to recognize their efforts and excellence in the field of math and science.

DOST Secretary Fortunato dela Peña graced the event and encouraged the awardees to continue pursuing excellence in this field, noting that the country needs them.

Dela Pena, along with DOST-attached agencies, have been encouraging students to pursue a career in science and technology.

SEI, for instance, sends speakers to schools across the country to talk about the DOST scholarships they could avail of.

In 2018, the DOST was able to provide scholarships to 36,772 students.

Dela Peña said he wants

students to take advantage of the DOST’s scholarship grants, and also hopes that more students would pursue masteral and doctorate in Science courses.

“We are more interested in the quality that we elicit among our students, as well as the values we taught them during training, during the competitions and after reaching the goal.”

SEI Director Josette Biyo, meanwhile, echoed the DOST chief ’s remarks.

“We hope you can be our scholars and be with the (Filipino) people as you reach your dreams,” she said.

The DOST chief has always expressed his goal of bringing science to the people, to the regions.

Among the DOST’s strategies include sending scientists to different regions to encourage and

guide the teachers in doing case studies and research proposals.

DOST has also been urging schools to come up with researches, which the

agency could help finance as long as they meet the criteria. (PNA)