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Oro councilor changes stand on P30b coal plant project in Misor By RUEL PELONE Managing Editor and DODO CANOY Contributor

CAGAYAN de Oro City— The 30-billion-peso coalfired power plant project of the Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC) in Misamis Oriental has found a new ally. This after Cagayan de Oro City Councilor Bong Lao publicly announced his support for the construction of another coal plant

in Villanueva town. Lao, who is earlier opposed to the power project, said he will support the project as long as the FDC will assure him that it will comply with all the environmental laws. With Lao’s recent statement of support, Rep. Juliette Uy of Misamis Oriental’s second district, and her husband, Villanueva town Mayor Julio Uy have high hopes that the project will push through despite oppositions from some sectors.

The FDC through its subsidiary THE FDC Utilities, Inc. (FDCUI), the firm behind the FDC Misamis Power Corporation (FDCMisamis), is planning to construct three units of fluidized coal-fired power plant with the capacity of 135 megawatts each inside the Phividec Industrial Estate. FDC-Misamis will operate the coal-fired power plant and initially plans to operate two units at

Oro dads OK extension of biz permit renewal See CHANGES, page 6

Councilor BONG Lao

MAYOR JULIO UY

SP congratulates new NBI director for appointment

At the regular session yesterday presided over by Councilor Ramon G. Tabor, the 17th City Council headed by Vice Mayor Caesar Ian E. Acenas enacted Ordinance No. 12712-2014, extending the deadline for the filing of business license renewal application from January 20 to January 31. In behalf of the members of the Cagayan de Oro Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Promote CDO, the Misamis Oriental Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Cagayan de Oro Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Philippine Chinese

MEMBERS of the 17th City Council headed by Vice Mayor Caesar Ian E. Acenas yesterday adopted a resolution congratulating Atty. Virgilio Mendez for his appointment as the director of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). Councilor Ramon G. Tabor, who presided over yesterday’s session, is the main proponent of the resolution. According to Tabor, although Atty. Mendez is from Bohol, he stayed in Cagayan de Oro for decades and served as the NBI regional director for many years. “We are proud and very happy that the appointed official is the first that has rose from the ranks,” he said, even as he noted that he is the first Mindanaoan to occupy such prestigious position. Tabor thanked Justice Secretary Leila de Lima for recommending him to the post and President Benigno Simeon Aquino III for appointing him. “We support their decision and we are proud that they chose a man from the ranks to the highest posi-

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See SP, page 7

BUSINESSMEN will have until January 31 to file for the renewal of the business permits.

MISAMIS ORIENTAL – Vice Governor Joey G. Pelaez, together with Governor Bambi B. Emano and Superintendent Cherry Mae L. Limbaco of the Department of Education – Misamis Oriental Division, inspects Mambayaan Bridge in Balingasag, Misamis Oriental after visiting several schools in the province, including Misamis Oriental Provincial High School which is near the bridge. Vice Governor Pelaez chairs the Committee on Education in the Sangguniang Panlalawigan.

REP. JULIETTE UY

DSWD turns 63, honors partners, employees DAVAO City –“As we celebrate our founding anniversary this Friday, we also give tribute to our partners in development and to our co- workers who have essentially contributed in the pursuit of our programs and projects. We have invited as well the rest of our partners who have been supporting us throughout the years as we continue serving the poor, vulnerable and disadvantaged sectors.”

This was emphasized by Director Priscilla N. Razon of DSWD at the Regional Management Committee Meeting on Monday. She also instructed her staff to invite all media partners. “Our media practitioners have significantly helped us in providing the right information at the right time to the public especially in times of disasters.” As Secretary Corazon Juliano Soliman empahsized

in her message during the awarding rites at the Central Office on January 16, “The past year really tested the mettle of the men and women of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) who were out there in the field assisting the survivors of various disasters which struck our country in succession. We hurdled the herculean task through the solid and generous support

of all of you – our dear partners and colleagues, so you rightly deserve this recognition.” Director Razon said DSWD Assistant Secretary Camilo G. Gudmalin will be the keynote speaker during Friday’s Anniversary Program. DSWD Awardees for 2013 are Golden Shrine SEA-K, Marphil Children’s Village Foundation, LGU See DSWD, page 7

Ground Breaking of By-pass Road Project Congressman Rufus B. Rodriguez briefs the media on the Lapasan to Gusa by-pass coastal road project during the site inspection last November 29, 2013. The P1.2 billion project is funded by the national government through the efforts of Cong. Rodriguez and is being implemented to minimize traffic in the national highway of the city.

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MOU on computerization of Brgy. accounting transaction project to respective barangays. Under the project’s component, necessary hardware/ facilities needed and training expenses will be shouldered by the city, while the software shall be provided freely by the Xavier University students. Mayor Moreno strongly pushed the project as he sees the need to enhance the proficiency of barangay officials and personnel in performing their mandated

tasks and responsibilities and equip them with the necessary tools and practices in running the day to day affairs of the barangay. The City Government is also cognizant on the urgent need to update barangay records and computerization of accounting transaction in order to be more accessible in government websites and to preserve the integrity of the transaction. City accountant Atty.

Beda Joy Elot, city budget officer Atty. Percy Salazar, Hapsay Dalan chairman Atty. Jose Edgardo Uy, city personnel officer Ma. Dulce Potenciano of the human resource management office, city social welfare and development officer Teddy Sabuga-a and city information officer Ma. Cecilia C. Rivera witnessed the MOU signing at the City Mayor’s Office on January 22, 2014. (CIO)

The City Government of Cagayan de Oro through City Mayor Oscar S. Moreno entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) among partners Xavier University represented by President Fr. Roberto C. Yap; Mr. Ermin Pimentel, director of Kristohanong Katilingban sa Pagpakabana and Mr. Nestor Banuag, program officer of Collaborative Service Learning Program; Department of Interior and

Local Government city director Engr. Jane J. Docallos; Association of Barangay Captains represented by barangay #15 chairman Lucilo Legaspi and barangay chairman Pedro D. Balite of pilot barangay Kauswagan for the implementation of the “Updating and Computerization of Barangay Accounting Transaction Project”. With the technical expertise services from XU’s

KKP-SIO and its College of Computer Studies and School of Business and Management, the project basically aims to update the barangay financial records, enhance the competence of barangay personnel (barangay treasurers and records keepers) in the implementation of barangay accounting system as mandated by Commission on Audit. It also intends to establish websites for accounting transaction

THE Department of Transportation and Communication (DOTC) seeks to rationalize the issuance of Route Measured Capacity (RMC) in order to determine the appropriate volume of public utility vehicles required to service the riding public, said DOTC Director Florencia Creus, in communications received by the City Council

committee on public utilities chaired by Councilor Roger Abaday. This is in response to the indorsement of Director Mandangan Darimbang of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) region 10, forwarding City Council Resolution No. 11490-2013. The resolution requests the LTFRB-10 to open a

route from San Agustin Valley Homes to Cogon Market and vice versa and to allow ten units of PUJs or multicab jeepneys to operate the said new route, with specific inflow and outflow prepared by the Roads and Traffic Administration (RTA). According to Mr. Creus, DOTC is constrained to uphold the existing moratorium on the issuance of Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC), subject to applicable exemptions, such as but not limited to those House of Representatives Committee on Ways and Means embodied in its department Congressman Rufus B. Rodriguez propounds questions to officials of the Bureau of orders. Internal Revenue and the Bureau of Customs during a recent Briefing by the two agen-

DOTC stand on opening of SAVH route up for discussion

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cies to lawmakers in the House of Representatives. Rep. Rodriguez was asking for an explanation on why there is still smuggling activities being reported and an explanation on the various new programs and rulings of the BIR in order to improve tax collections.

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3 DepEd-Bukidnon Making School Based Management Work By Helen N. Ybañez, Secondary School Principal Quezon National High School - Quezon, Bukidnon

More and more schools in the Division of Bukidnon are turning to SchoolBased Management (SBM) as means of reform. In this approach, we found that the schools that used School Based Management most effectively were able to organize themselves to accomplish a vision - they were actively restructuring the curriculum and instruction. Indeed, to help improve school performance it is necessary that people at the school site must have genuine authority over budget, personnel, and curriculum. That authority must be used to introduce

MISAMIS ORIENTAL – Vice Governor Joey G. Pelaez inducted the new set of officers of Poblacion Claveria Senior Citizens Association last January 17, 2014 in Claveria Covered Court. In his message, he emphasized that privileges to the senior citizens especially the discounts on medicines should be strictly implemented so that their burdens may be lessened. Vice Governor Pelaez is chair of the Committee on Senior Citizens in the Sangguniang Panlalawigan.

Drug Problem is Everybody’s Concern By Noel P . Vestudio, Teacher 1 Kipolot Elementary School Quezon II District,Quezon,Bukidnon

One of the major problems of our country is on drug addiction.Many of our countrymen, young and old, poor and rich are victims of prohibited drugs. We cannot just ignore the adverse effects of drug use to our youth and people. The continued use and addiction to drugs,results to violence and lawlessness which we cannot allow because the

viability and future of our communities especially especially of the young victims are at stake. Thus, the urgent call for action demands a collective effort. Our government, family, community peers, friends,support group, religious sectors and other must unite and join hands in this noble cause. Our government is already doing preventive

measures and arresting drug lords, manufacturers, planters and users., however everybody must do his/her share. Like in school teachers and school heads can request authorities to conduct a campaign on preventive drug education and information to the school children and parents to strengthen community involvement. Prevention of drug ad-

diction among our youth starts with the family. The father and mother should know the problem. They must be aware of their children where they go and who their friends are. We cannot allow and tolerate that the children we brought into this world and cared for would just drift into drug abuse, into crimes and eventually put into prison, if not killed.

Dilapa Elementary School Got the Highest NAT MPS in the District for 3 Consecutive Years By MARCIAL C. COMEROS, School Principal I Delapa Elementary School -Quezon II District Quezon, Bukidnon

D i l ap a E l e m e nt ar y School is one of the19 schools in Quezon-11 District, got the highest NAT MPS for 3 consecutive school year ,with the collaborative effort and unselfish support of teachers, school administrator and stakeholders. Here are the following programs and projects that the school

implemented in achieving higher NAT results: 1.The school organized NAT review team. The team prepared “ Activity Booklets “ from least mastered competencies. The booklets prepared by the team serve as reviewers and selfinstructional materials for the pupils. 2. “ Reviewer Mo Sagot

Namin Program “. The Barangay Council thru the leadership of Barangay Captain, allotted funds for the reproduction of the reviewer. 3. Involvement of parents in the conduct of the review, a school project “MaderKo,Titser Ko”. Parents were oriented on their responsibilities and trained

nished the committee with its resolution requesting all barangay councils through the Association of Barangay Council, represented by ABC President Councilor Yan Lam Lim and the Department of Education (DepEd), through City Schools Division Superintendent Ms. Elena Borcillo, to identify and conduct an inventory of internet cafes and other amusement places regu-

lated by the RCB within their respective barangays and school vicinities. According to Atty. Beda Joy Elot, chair of RCB, after completion and submission of the corresponding inventory, the board, through its committees will conduct an actual ocular inspection of establishments identified to be violating the existing provisions of the 1994 Codified Ordinance on internet cafes. If

DepEd Thrusts and Programs Evaluated By Teresita G. Pamisa, School Principal Camp One Elementary School Camp 1, Maramag, Bukidnon

The Division of Bukidnon Conducted an evaluation for the Eco-Friendly and Healthy School Program to the identified schools within the division. It started last October 2013 until until January 2014. Each district will have an entry for Central and Non Central Category. For Maramag 1 District it was represented by Maramag Central and Camp One Elementary for the Central and Non Central category respectively. There were seven areas of the program that were evaluated namely the Education Health Care

Program (EHCP) National Greening Program (NGP), “ No to Drugs Education Program” (NDEP) School Canteen, Clinic and health Facilities, Disaster Risk Reduction Management and The Sustainable Eco-Friendly and Healthy School. The focus of the evaluation is to select the best implementer of these programs to monitor the sustainability of its implementation to all schools in the division. Winners will be awarded and shall receive certificate of recognition during the awarding in the division level.

Students Awareness In Current Events

By Yulie B. Lumbrino, Malaomao Elementary School Quezon, Bukidnon

on how to assist and conduct review in their respective homes. 4. Alumni association of DES organized a group and initiated a project “ SchoolKo, TulunganKo” The group helped and assisted the teacher in the conduct of the review;they also gave some supplies to the pupils.

City to strictly implement internet cafe law in CdeO

ACTION is being taken in response to complaints received by the City Council committee on education chaired by Councilor Adrian Barba, regarding pisonet, internet cafes and other amusement places operating within the city without permit and those that are within the 200 linear meter location prohibition near schools. The Regulatory Complaint Board (RCB) fur-

changes that directly affect teaching and learning. When SBM is adopted in School, it usually creates advantages to school. It provides opportunity to competent school leaders in the schools to make decisions; allows participation of the entire school community in making decisions and focuses resources to the goals and needs of the school. The different program of the DepEd is only to uplift the system in our present education. All we have to do is to support the program to uplift the deteriorating quality of education.

warranted, the board will recommend the revocation of the corresponding business permit/s as a matter of due course. The resolution cites that the need to identify these business establishments, the owners and their respective exact locations for the purpose of conducting an inventory and to enable the board to directly and immediately act on any violation. (JBD)

Today,in an age where a world of information is accessible with the link of a mouse through sources such as Google News, it appears that many students are not aware of the events that are occurring around them. From the abused OFW and deaths in the Middle East to pork barrel scam events in the country, today’s teenagers are often out of the loop, or are at least missing the details. Although we are in the unified communications era, the students does not necessarily choose to stay up-to-date, even with the issues that surround them .Perhaps this is due to unexciting news anchors, lengthy articles in the newspaper, ao latest music vedio players overtaking live radio. So what are teen-minds fueling of off, if it is not critically important knowledge they should be. A high school student says that she is more aware of the latest teenage movie of “ Kim Chu” and video game releases than important world events. She explains that in general, students would rather spend hours on social-networking sites like facebook and chatting on instant messengers like MSN than searching on Google for important world issues.A high school religion teacher, agrees. He feels that

infusing current events into school curriculum is “ a very practical and effective way of making learning more interesting and real”.Although many teachers do an excellent job of making current events relevant in the classroom, some questions whether or not it is consistently used within all subject areas. “I feel there is room for discussion on the possibility of somehow ensuring that this occurs”.says a religion teacher, but also reminds people that teacher are not solely responsible for educating today’s youth.Parents need to create a healthy learning environment at home and monitor how their children are using their time,” the high school teacher concludes. However, this issue appears to be a communication problem, in world of communication technology.

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Desecrated Special Gospel of the day: Luke19:4548(January 25, 2014-Saturday)Luke 19:45-48-And he went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold therein, and them that bought; Saying unto them, It is written, My house is the house of prayer: but ye have made it a den of thieves. And he taught daily in the temple. But the chief priests and the scribes and the chief of the people sought to destroy him, And could not find what they might do: for all the people were very attentive to hear him: This gospel emphasizes about the physical temple and its structure which was “desecrated” by the Jewish people. Jesus opposed to them since it was an act of blasphemy and irreverence to the holy place. On the other hand, Jesus taught them about the real temple which is He. Look, what they had done to the earthly sanctuary, it was a real reflection to what they did to Him, the genuine temple. This was the ground of Jesus why He condemned the blasphemers and casted out from the temple. How about us, how many times we desecrated the temple during attending a Holy Mass. This was evidence that Jesus was in the temple daily which we can conclude that he was a daily worshiper of God Almighty. In Proverbs 8:34-Blessed [is] the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors. What we must do? In 1 Peter 2:21-For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps. Therefore, come to the Church daily as what Christ did here on earth: Printing paid by: Neneth - Bobong Balino- Dr. Edith, PhD- Tony Jordan - CDO. St. Peter Calungsod, pray for us! Listen: Radio Ultra AM-1188-3:30 PM - Sunday: #09284149490-09266607505: Question – Prayer request: Please follow me “WORD ON FIRE” on CCTN channel 12-CDO @ 10 PM- Mondays and Tuesday @ 3:30 PM. God loves you!!!

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Start a New Relationship with Someone You Already Know Think a minute… A recent study of fathers and their children was done in America with shocking results. The study showed that the average father spends only 37 seconds each day actually talking and listening to his child. Inside our family, we can live separate lives in our own world. Even though we live together, we don’t really know each other and what each of us is feeling and going through. A teenager’s gravestone read: “Couldn’t you see that I was dying?” Dad and Mom, sometimes we can read the weather signs better than we can read our own kids.

Think A Minute Jhan Tiafau Hurst Often we don’t know what they’re facing and feeling. We don’t know their fears, hurts, or frustrations. Are we really listening and understanding each other? Or do we just go through the motions every day, but actually close our ears and hearts to them?

Is it because we’re not really interested? Or do we simply not want to know the truth because we’re not sure how to handle it. We don’t want to be confused with the facts! Sometimes we parents choose to put our time and energy into our job and career because it’s easier

than really dealing with our kids or our spouse. But the more we escape from each other and our relationship challenges, the more distant and lonely we become. Why not start a new relationship with your mate and children? Today, you can start changing. You can start tearing down the walls between you and your loved ones, and start building a new, closer relationship with them. First, we have to let go of old hurts and anger toward each other. We must choose to forgive them and begin again. We also must stop having such unfair, high expectations of See hurst, page 7

“YAYA” WHO MURDERED BOY

One day, in the early 1970’s, a young couple in the Sta. Ana District of Davao City searched for their 2-year old only son who was missing with a “yaya” whom they hired a few days earlier. The police found and arrested the “yaya” later but the child was nowhere. She was asking for money for the return of the child whom she claimed was left somewhere. A few days later, the missing son was found dead in a box in the attic of the couple’s house. The “yaya” stuffed him there and left him for dead while she was weaving a bizarre story that took the police even as far Davao Oriental in a futile, wild chase to recover the boy. The couple got me as their lawyer to be the private prosecutor of the murder case against Belinda Lora, (I can’t forget her name). To make the story short, the “yaya” was eventually convicted and was sentenced to death (death penalty was not outlawed at that time.)

Advocacy Mindanao Jess Dureza During one of my usual visits to the Maa City Jail where I had other detained clients, Belinda who was detained there and waiting to be shipped to Muntinlupa, Manila as a convicted prisoner requested the jail guards if she could talk to me. I agreed. I went to her cell. Although she recognized me as the lawyer who worked for her conviction, she pleaded for my help. She said she was remorseful and would not do it again, if only she could be given another chance. I merely listened and did not promise her anything but patted her hand re-assuringly. Finally, after I stood up to go for the exit, and my back was

already turned, she made a last ditch appeal and in an pleading voice called out: “Pag matulungan mo ako, Attorney, at makalabas ako dito, habang buhay kitang pagsilbihan na “yaya” ng mga anak mo!” (If you help me, Attorney, and I will be out of here, I will forever serve you as “yaya” of your children!”) My god, I told myself. I stood there and froze for a few moments! I could not believe what I was hearing. Wow, yes unbelievable but true! I tell you, law practice is exciting and unforgettable. This is actually a sequel to my previous article. When I wrote last week the article ‘ I WILL KILL YOU” and

wondered why people are fascinated and supportive of “quick justice” and opined that perhaps, our justice system is flawed and to blame, I got several feedbacks asking if I could also write about this some more. Being a lawyer and in law practice for many years before joining public service, I am a bit hesitant to write about the present state of affairs of our justice system as there are many others who are still there, spending their whole lives in the practice of law and who are more updated on this. Nonetheless, I’ll mention two factors why many of us do not usually go to court to seek justice. First, going to court is expensive. Hence, those who have rights to protect or grievances to redress must first think twice simply because of the money cost. “Equal justice for all” is not See dureza, page 7

Philippines versus China A military confrontation between the Philippines and China may erupt anytime as tension is getting higher every minute of day in the disputed islands of the Spratleys. According to news reports, China is set to seize Pag-asa Island which have been claimed by the two countries. The island is within the 200 nautical miles as prescribed by the United Nations. It is reported to be farther from China thus the Philippines has a better claim over it. China it was learned was badly irritated when the Philippines deployed its Air Force and naval contingent to protect the area. It described the deployment as plain illegal and arrogant considering that the area is within its alleged territorial limit. The issue involved, it was said was who is the better claimant between the two

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Ben Emata Jr. countries. And China is serious about taking the island from the Philippines no matter what. China, it was said, has drawn a detailed combat plan to seize the island which was reportedly stolen by the Philippines. It also said the battle will be restricted in the South China Sea. It was made clear that there will be no invasion by Chinese troops in the Philippines. According to the China Daily Mail, the arrogance of the Philippines is intolerable and unacceptable and was made possible since the United

States of America is behind it. Political observers denounced China’s attitude of resorting to arms even on small issues. This is ridiculous, they’d say since all things can be discussed on a conference table instead of going to war right away. The threat of China seems real and may happen anytime. This means our country should be ready to meet the powerful Chinese troops. I have no worry about our men and women in the military because they know how to fight. What I am worried about is for how long we can sustain this

battle against the powerful Chinese. America will only help us if an invasion is made right in our country by any one. In the instant case, it is a fight by our troops alone and this is going to be a naval battle. I wonder if we have enough battleships, navy men and modern warfare facilities. I urge everyone to invoke the help of the Almighty that he may not allow this upcoming battle to take place. We fight for our right but not against powerful countries where we have difficulties considering our strength and firepower. We don’t have submarines. We don’t have so many fighter jets. We don’t have so many cannons as well as the mighty aircraft carrier. This is going to be the battle between David and Goliath. (benemata@yahoo.com) ben-emata.com

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Vital Role of Education in the Society By Marcial C. Comeros,School Principal 1 Butong Elementary School, Quezon 1 District, Quezon, Bukidnon

Education is quite important for development of one’s persons life and also to build up a good and healthy society. It seems like food and shelter. These are two basic needs of one’s life, food is there for good health and shelter is for our body, just like education is necessary for our mind. It is quite necessary to learn new things. One can enhance his / her knowledge by education and we know one important thing that knowledge is power. Power depends on an individual that how he uses it. A person can use his knowledge and power for the benefit of himself and society even in the destruction of society also. Education makes a man to think in the right direction. It says no one how to think on and take decisions. That’s why education is important. As education helps a one in individual development, it eventually converts it into social development also.

So thus it is a key of creating and spreading knowledge for individuals and nations. And thus, it plays a key role in development of dynamic and globally competitive economies. One of the excellent parts of education is that it will make you prepared to handle the situations like family problems and how to answer your assignments and to handle some of your worries. Our lives are not not cartoon show or an anime movie. To get the best education which we want, we must face all the challenges. It has been proved that education is to make available training and useful education especially to the young children. Thus education plays a vital role in the development of our lives as well as our society. We just have to pay attention toward it, if we want to create a well cultured society. So don’t think to avoid it and make your children also educated.

GENUINE PUBLIC SERVICE. Despite heavy rains, Gov. Bambi Emano personally went to Barangay Mambayaan, Balingasag town, to supervise efforts at connecting the villages of Mandangoa and Mambayaan by dumping sand and gravel to temporarily allow residents to cross both ways.

‘Lugdang,’ ‘Panamilit,’ ‘Binibining Cancer’ dominate Cinemagis nominations

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The jury of the 6th Cinemagis Digital Short Film Festival released yesterday the list of nominations with “Lugdang” by Gray-em Erezo and “Panamilit” by Tat Soriano leading in the professional category with 9 nominations each while “Binibining Cancer” by John Solomon Legara also garnered 9 nods for the student category. The nominations were announced during the opening ceremony held at Xavier University Little Theater (XULT), spearheaded by Hobart Savior, the director of Xavier Center for Culture and the Arts (XCCA). This year’s Cinemagis has 13 entries— 5 from the professional category and 8 student films. Nominees under the professional category

B est Art Direction: “Panamilit” by Tat Soriano, “Lugdang” by Gray Em Erezo ,“Hello” by Kevin Nico Surposa and “Ika-3 Putahi” by Joeromer Bacus Best Cinematography: Kim Zaldivar for “Panamilit,” Gray Em Erezo for “Lugdang” (Submerge) and Joeromer Bacus for “Ika-3 Putahi” Best Story: “Estrella” by Mark Gio Amoguis, “Panamilit” by Tat Soriano, “Hello” by Kevin Nico Surposa, “Lugdang” by Gray-em Erezo and “Ika-3 Putahi” by Orpheus Nery and Joeromer Bacus Best Editing: “Panamilit,” “Lugdang” and “Ika-3 Putahi” Best Sound Scoring: Niño Jandayan for “Panamilit,” Gray Em Erezo for “Lugdang” and Joeromer Bacus for “Ika-3 Putahi” Best Actor: Carl Manere of “Panamilit,”Rico Ocan-

gas of “Lugdang” and Rusty Quintana of “Ika-3 Putahi” Best Actress: Rhea Arroyo of “Panamilit,” Maryjoy Estrella of “Estrella,” Kris Gebe of “Lugdang” and Yvette Marie Sabellona of “Hello” All 5 entries were nominated for Best Short Film and Best Director. Nominees under the student category Best Art Direction: “Perla” by Angel Frances Borres, “Wa Ko Kakita” (I Haven’t Seen It) by Eastine Charles Taneo, “Kaon Ta” (Let’s Eat) by Richard Mars Caberte and “Binibining Cancer” by John Solomon Legara Best Cinematography: Vinah Jeanne Maghinay, Abbygail Taladua and Eastine Charles Taneo for “Wa Ko Kakita,” Richard Mars Caberte for “Kaon Ta,” Eileen Florence Velasco for “The Perfect Girl” and Kathleen

Mercado for “Binibining Cancer” Best Story: “Perla” by Angel Frances Borres, “Wa Ko Kakita” by Abbygail Taladua and Vinah Jeanne Maghinay, “Binibining Cancer” by John Solomon Legara, “Lugos” (Rape) by Christine Pulgo, “Ceasefire” by Jamela Bato, “Unawa” (Understanding) by Krystel Hypa Magallanes and “The Perfect Girl” by Janine Banday Best Editing: “Wa Ko Kakita,” “Kaon Ta,” “The Perfect Girl” and “Binibining Cancer” Best Sound Scoring: “Wa Ko Kakita,” “Unawa,” “The Perfect Girl” and “Binibining Cancer” Best Actor: Alger Macud of “Lugos,” Ray Anthony Vacalares of “Wa Ko Kakita,” Jomarthy Lerasan of “Unawa,” Val Anthony Araneta of “The

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ANASTACIO FULLO -Vendor Case No; 2014-10-122 PEDRO ANSIN -Vendee 2011-10-1626

MANUELA ANASCO Case No; 2014-10-126 Applicant/s

FLORO G. CAGA -Vendor Case No; 2014-10-129 NATIVIDAD R. VALMORIDA-Vendee 2009-10-415

LUIS CAMPOAMOR CASE NO.2014-10-123 Applicant/s 2009-10-150

FRANCISCO PAINGCO CaseNo;2014-10-127 Applicant/s

By Stephen J. Pedroza

ODELIA FLICK Applicant/s

Case No; 2014-10-111 2009-10-476

NOTICE OF HEARING APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority For approval of sale and transfer of ownership to operate TAXI Aircon service on the line ;Cagayan de Oro City to any point in Region X with the use of ONE (1)unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in the daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/their written opposition with supporting document, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional document evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 23rd day of January, 2014.

SOLAYMAN B. MACATOON, JR. Hearing Officer MS: Jan. 25, 2014

NOTICE OF HEARING APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority For extension of validity with consolidation of cases to operate TAXI service on the line;Cagayan de Oro City to any point in Region X and vice versa with the use of TWO (2) unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her/thier evidence. The Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in daily newspaper of general circulation in the Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval /granting of the application/petition must file hi/her/their written opposition with supporting documents, unless the Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24TH day of Janaury, 2014. SOLAYMAN B. MACATOON, JR. Hearing Officer MS: Jan. 25, 2014

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APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority for extension of Validity of certificate of public convenience to operate TAXI service on the line ;Cagayan de Oro City to any point in Region X with the use of One (1)unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in the daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/their written opposition with supporting document, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional document evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 22ND day of January, 2014.

APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority for sale and transfer of certificate of public convenience to operate TH FREIGHT UNIT on the line; Cagayan de Oro City to any point in Region X accessible to motor vehicle traffic and vice versa with the use of one (1) unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in the daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/their written opposition with supporting document, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional document evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 23rd day of January, 2014.

APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority for approval of substitution of certificate of public convenience with amendment of route to operate PUJ service on the line;Malaybalay City to Valencia City Kibawe via Lantapan (all in Bukidnon)and vice versa with the use of one(1) unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her/thier evidence. The Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in daily newspaper of general circulation in the Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval /granting of the application/petition must file hi/her/their written opposition with supporting documents, unless the Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24th day of January, 2014.

APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority For approval of sale and transfer with extension of certificate of public convenience to operate TAXI service on the line;Cagayan de Oro City and from said place to any point in Region X and vice versa with the use of one (1)unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in the daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/their written opposition with supporting document, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional document evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24th day of January, 2014.

APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority To extend the validity of certificate of public convenience to operate TH FREIGHT TRUCK service on the line ;Within Don Carlos, Bukidnon and from said place to any point in Region X accessible to motor vehicle traffic and vice versa with the use of two (2)unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in the daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/their written opposition with supporting document, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional document evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24rth day of January, 2014.

APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority For approval of Substitutioned with amendment of route of service to operate FILCAB on the line; Macanhan –Balongis –Cogon Market and vice versa with the use of one (1)unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her/thier evidence. The Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in daily newspaper of general circulation in the Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval /granting of the application/petition must file hi/her/their written opposition with supporting documents, unless the Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24th day of January, 2014.

SOLAYMAN B. MACATOON, JR. Hearing Officer

SOLAYMAN B. MACATOON, JR. Hearing Officer MS: Jan. 25, 2014

MS: Jan. 25, 2014

SOLAYMAN B. MACATOON, JR. Hearing Officer MS: Jan. 25, 2014

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sat-sun | january 25-26, 2014

Dilapa Elem.School Bags 3rd Place During The Search For Gulayan Sa Paaralan Implementer By MARCIAL C.COMEROS, School Principal Delapa Elementary School- Quezon 11- District

Division of Bukidnon through its Search Committee conducted / initiated Search for Gulayan sa Paaralan project implementer from January to Februar y 2013. The search is aims to: Improve nutritional status of undernourished children in public and private school; Promote and enhance vegetable production; promote economic productivity and increase knowledge, skills on the importance of school gardening.

D i l ap a E l e m e nt a r y school ,Dilapa,Quezon, Bukidnon nominated as an entry of Quezon-11 District. The school started to cultivate vacant land areas about 400 square meters was converted into vegetables garden. Land preparation such as land plowing, plotting, making boxes and planting done by the parents for free. PTA provided financial assistance, which was utilized for purchase of tools and seeds.The external stake-

holders were also tapped for assistance,they installed water tank for watering the plants .Teachers shared their part in preparing the documents, maintaining by watering the plants and assisted the conduct of feeding. Last January 30,2013 the committee composed of the following; Maam Lorna Loneza EPS in TLE as Chairman of the Committee, Maam Melca Gellor EPS in Math as member and Dr.Rosie Abadiano,

Division Dentist as member; evaluated Dilapa Elementary School, Gulayan sa Paaralan. Awarding ceremony was done last August 2013 and luckily, the School was awarded as 3rd placer. CONGRATULATIONS... The School officials would like to express their warmest thanks and gratitude to everyone who are instrumental to the success of the affair and for their untiring and unselfish support to the school.

LEADERSHIP: What Makes a Good Leader By Helen N. Ybañez, Secondary Principal 1 Quezon National High School, Quezon, Bukidnon

What makes a good leader? How can someone develop himself or herself into a good leader if they are not to begin? The answer is that there are many factors that contribute to good leadership. And, whether someone is naturally a good leader or not, anyone can become a good leader. One of those factors of good leadership is communication.. Communication is one of the most key elements of leadership. Good communication skills need to be learned to effectively become a good leader or

manager. When communication occurs, as a leader, you will be able to accurately convey your ideas and thoughts to those that work for you. In fact, simply being able to convey these things in the first place, much less accurately, puts you in the right direction for leadership. Motivation is another variable that plays into good leadership. Employees tend to stagnate when motivation decreases or without proper motivation. Many leaders try to motivate the old-fashioned

way through fear. ( Do what i say or something bad will happen). This is not advisable, since it tends to only deliver short-term results and cause even less competent work in the long run, due to resentment resulting from the fear tactics. Instead, try adding challenges for employees. A fresh challenge always adds excitement and spawns creativity. Challenge your employees with tasks that may be slightly out of their range and let them at it! This increases motivation. Teamwork is always

something to consider when striving to become good leader. This means that not only teaching your employees to work together but to become part of the team yourself. Two heads are better than one. As always, increasing your education and knowledge is definitely a good thing when trying to improve your leadership skills . The more you continually evaluate yourself and your practices the more you will be able to keep up with changing times and better leader you will be for it.

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The matter will soon be tackled by the committee. Meanwhile, the committee is also slated to discuss the request for the issuance of a Social Acceptability Certification for the application of building permit to install a proposed indoor cellular antenna of Globe Telecom Inc. at Ayala Centrio Mall and Smart Communications Inc. to be installed at Mallberry Suites located at Osmeña Street, Barangay No. 31. (JBD)

Perfect Girl” and Kenneth Sabijon of “Binibining Cancer” Best Actress: Juliet Villavecencio of “Lugos,” Shirlene Lagria of “Perla” and Jocell Sedigo of “Binibining Cancer” Best Director: Angel Frances Borres for “Perla,” Eastine Charles Taneo for “Wa Ko Kakita,” Richard Mars Caberte for “Kaon Ta,” Jamela Bato for “Ceasefire,” Krystel Hypa Magallanes for “Unawa,” Janine Banday for

“The Perfect Girl” and John Solomon Legara for “Binibining Cancer” All 8 entries were nominated for Best Short Film. Awards night Under the banner of NCCA, through its National Committee on Cinema, Cinemagis was organized in collaboration with Xavier Science Foundation (XSF), Research Institute for Mindanao Culture (RIMCU), XU NSTP and SM City Cagayan de Oro. Dr. Steven Patrick “Tibo” Fernandez, Rudolph Alama

and Felimon B. Blanco comprise this year’s festival jury. The winners will be proclaimed during the awards night on Jan 25 at SM City Event Center. Furthermore, Cinemagis winners will be featured in Cinema Rehiyon 6 on February 18-22, to be hosted also by XCCA.

Republic of the Philippines Department of Transportation and Communications LAND TRANSPORTATION FRANCHISING AND REGULATORY BOARD Region X, Cagayan de Oro City

JUN MARK C. CAMELLO -Appropriation Case No; 2014-10-128

G & S TRANSPORT CORPORATION (AVIS PHILS) Case No; 2014-10-124 Applicant/s

LEVI T. JUAN Case No; 2014-10-130 Applicant/s 2008-10-2109

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APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority for issuance of certificate of public convenience to operate TAXI airconditioned service on the line ;Within Cagayan de Oro City to any point in Region X with the use of two (2)unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in the daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/their written opposition with supporting document, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional document evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24rth day of January, 2014.

APPLICANT(s)/Petitioner(s) request authority for issuance of certificate of public convenience to operate Tourist Transport service on the line ;Laguindingan airport to any point in Region X With the use of THREE (3)unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her evidence. The Applicant(s)/Petitioner(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in the daily newspaper of general circulation in Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval/granting of the application/petition must file his/her/their written opposition with supporting document, unless this Board deems it necessary to require additional document evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24RTH day of January, 2014.

SOLAYMAN B. MACATOON, JR. Hearing Officer

MS: Jan. 25, 2014

AGOMANA, WILLIAM Applicant/s

Case No; 2014-10-131 2009-10-037

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APPLICANT(s)/Petition(s) request authority For approval of extension of validity for certificate of public convenience to operate PUJ service on the line;Cagayan de Oro City to Libona via Philips and vice versa with the use of ONE(1) unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her/thier evidence. The Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in daily newspaper of general circulation in the Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval /granting of the application/petition must file hi/her/their written opposition with supporting documents, unless the Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24th day of January, 2014.

APPLICANT(s)/Petition(s) request authority For extension of validity of certificate of public convenience to operate PUJ service on the line;Cogon Market to Tagpangi and vice versa with the use of ONE(1) unit/s. This application/petition shall be considered by this Board on January 30, 2014, 10;00 A.M. at this Board on which date Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall formally submit his/her/thier evidence. The Applicant(s)Petition(s) shall publish said notice at least FIVE(5) days prior to the date of hearing in daily newspaper of general circulation in the Mindanao Island. Party(ies) opposed to the approval /granting of the application/petition must file hi/her/their written opposition with supporting documents, unless the Board deems it necessary to require additional documentary evidence and/or his/her/ their oral testimony(ies). N.B. FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME OF HEARING SHALL MEAN THE DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION/PETITION. WITNESS THE HONORABLE MANDANGAN P. DARIMBANG, CESO V, Regional Director, this 24th day of January, 2014.

SOLAYMAN B. MACATOON, JR. Hearing Officer

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270-MW in 2016 and the other unit in 2018. With the additional load, Mayor Uy said brownouts will become “things of the past.” On one hand, Rep. Uy said the power project will not only provide the needed power, but will also help lure more investors for Mindanao. Lao earlier lambasted some officials saying they are just playing blind by allowing the destruction of environment in exchange for the so-called development. His (Lao’s) stand against the coal plant has wavered when he himself admitted that maintaining a hydro power plant, a renewable energy, is not only expensive but needs more time. He cited the ages 3 in Iligan City, where until now the government is still undecided on what to do with the hydro power plant. While he said he is still opposed to the construction of coal plant, Lao admitted that the only alternative to arrest the shortfall of power in Mindanao is to construct another coal-fired power plant. He even told those people opposed to the coal plant to focus on the preventive measures and the technology being used in running the plant. Renewable energy Mayor Uy said that he is for renewable energy. In fact, he said that Mindanao has been already highly reliant on renewable energy sources called hydropower. He said that hydropower comprises 50 percent of the total power generated on the island. In 2013, the Department of Energy (DOE), citing actual operations reports from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), said the hydro power plants in Agus and Pulangui are only at 65 percent available capacity. Renewable energy is sitespecific and must be implemented where feasible, said Mayor Uy adding, “this is true for wind, geothermal, and hydro power plants. On one hand, he said that solar power plants are faced with the limitations in terms of size and land area. He said that even if the entire Villanueva town will be used as home to solar power plant, it still cannot produce a huge supply of electricity as that of the coal plant. Mayor Uy cited the report published in BusinessWeek Mindanao carrying the headline: “Biggest in Asia outside China: Marawi Solar PV Park gets going.” The story talks about the signing of Public Private Partnership (PPP) agreement with the Islamic City of Marawi and a US-based integrator for the construction of 35 megawatts Solar Photovoltaic Power Park worth P4.7 billion. With its commercial operations by 2015, the people of Marawi City will be paying the lowest electricity rates in the entire country. Social and economic boon First district and neophyte Rep. Juliette Uy of Misamis Oriental considered the construction of the three-phase 405-megawatts (MW) coal power plant by the FDC Misamis Power Corporation (FDC-Misamis) in the town of Villanueva as Northern Mindanao’s “economic and social boon.” Rep. Uy pointed out the P30billion investment of the FDCMisamis, a subsidiary of FDC Utilities, Inc., the utilities and infrastructure arm of the Filinvest Development Corporation (FDC) of the Gotianun group, will not only help arrest the shortage of power that is hounding Mindanao for a period of time but would also help generate jobs––and local and national revenues. The neophyte lawmaker has earlier expressed her full and strong support to the construction of “clean coal” power plant by FDCMisamis in her hometown–––the municipality of Villanueva. The project, she said, is a

major investment that secured the endorsement of local officials and national government because it can help address the power shortfall that Mindanao currently experiencing. Rep. Uy is optimistic that more investors will come and invest in the province of Misamis Oriental once the FDC-Misamis will start its commercial operations of its coal-fired power plant in 2016. She did not hesitate to give her full support for the construction of coal plant as the FDC-Misamis assured her that it will use the latest clean coal technology called the “circulating fluidized bed (CFB).” “The circulating fluidized bed (CFD) is a clean process with the ability to achieve lower emission of pollutants. By using this technology, up to 95 percent of pollutants will be absorbed before being emitted to the atmosphere. At the same time, the advantages of this technology outweigh the limitations, which made it favorable...” according to the online free encyclopedia, wikipedia.org. Clean coal In constructing the plant, the FDCUI said it will use the latest and modern technology called the “circulating fluidized bed (CFB) boiler” and other environmentally-friendly systems such as the electrostatic precipitator (ESP). CFB is a process that ensures less emissions, re-usable waste or by-products––where bottom and fly ash are usable inputs to cement production or as coarse materials for road construction––and overall lower hazard to human health, safety and environment. Unlike the older or “typical” coal-fired power plants that generate black ashes, those plants that employed CFB generate whiter bottom and fly ashes. The CFB boiler is able to break down fuel (coal) better due to the circulating motion which is unique to the CFB itself, according to the document obtained by Mindanao Daily News. Older thermal plants use pulverized coal systems (pre-crushed coal boiled much like a kettle boiling water), the document reads. To complement the CFB boiler technology, FDCUI also adopts other mechanisms that contribute to having a comprehensive clean coal approach. ESP, or electrostatic air cleaner is a particulate collection device that removes particles from a flowing gas (such as air) using the force of an induced electrostatic charge, according to wikipedia. org, an online encyclopedia. Electrostatic precipitators are highly efficient filtration devices that minimally impede the flow of gases through the device, and can easily remove fine particulate matter such as dust and smoke from the air stream. FDCUI also adopts covered systems for coal handling to ensure minimal fugitive dust within the premises of the power plant. Likewise, part of the FDCUI clean coal approach is transparent, multi-sectoral and consultative approach to plant operations and community building by organizing the multipartite monitoring team (MMT). The MMT will be composed of representatives from the local government unit, community, civil society organization, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and other key stakeholders whose primary role is to conduct periodic monitoring of the power plants to ensure strict compliance to government guidelines and transparency. “We share the view of environmentalists that there is a need to protect people and the environment,” said the FDCUI in a statement, adding “this is why FDC-Misamis has proactively chosen the CFB technology for its 405-MW power plant project and has taken measures to ensure its investment is not only economically viable but environmentally sound.”

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sat-sun | january 25-26, 2014

Quezon-I District Christmas Party, “Highlights Award Night” By Marcial C. Comeros, School Principal Quezon -I, District, Butong Elementary School

On December 19, 2013, DepEd Quezon-I District successfully conducted “AWARDS NIGHT” at Quezon Municipal Gymnasium. It was a night of sights.... Elegant ladies in their best evening gown, some with a lot of skin to show and others with a lot of skin to hide. The gentlemen were also remarkable in their long sleeves and barongs. The affair was designed to give recognition to the commitment and dedication to the DepEd thrust and programs, particularly on “ Eco Friendly and Healthy School. The awarding ceremony was graced by the invited guests Vice Mayor Hon. Joseph T. Durotan, SB

member Hon. Benito Baguio, EDCOM Chairman. They gave inspirational message to the teachers and have informed the teachers that they can recieve their municipal incentive bonus before the end of the month. Thanks for your support, we greatly need it. With the success of the activity, Dr. Magdalena A. Rollo, School District Supervisor’ the chairman of the Technical Working group, Maam Methel Jean Balida, District nurse, together with the members, Ms Daisy Uayan, Ms Dina Escalada, Mr Marcial Comeros, Dr. Dennis Caballes, Dr. Aba Allaba; would like to express their warmest congratulations

to all awardees, sincerest thanks and gratitude to all sponsors, and to everyone who are instrumental to the success of the activity. Here are the Most Outstanding classroom teacher implementers on healthy School. For Category A: Preschool, Ms Lea Sugala, Grade I, Ms Babyjane Menirales, Grade II, Ms Cristina Ampayo, Grade III, Ms Lourgen Alfeche, Grade IV, Ms Louela Masilang, For Category B: Grade I, Ms Rosana Parone, Grade II, Ms Nelsie Elefante, Grade III, Ms Violeta Cadorna, Grade IV, Ms Lucila Requireme, Grade V, Ms Robelyn Viernes, Grade VI Ms Rechie Diaz. CONGRATULATIONS

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tisan yung kaso ko. Kasi sabi po ninyo Your Honor, “practicing” at “trial” lawyer lang po sya. Huwag lang sana sya. “ Oooops, after hearing him, I slumped back on the bench feeling rejected. He was really dead serious. He was not even impressed when Judge Cusi told him that I was a bar topnotcher. Finally, he agreed to accept me only after the judge painstakingly explained to him that being a “practising lawyer” did not mean that I was just practising on his case and that “ going to trial” had nothing to do with being in “trial and error”. To this day, when I am asked, “ law practice pa kayo, Attorney’” (Are you practising law, Attorney?”) I always remember that story and I always answer: “Tapos na ako practising. Tutuhanan na ako ngayon” (I’m done with practising. I’m into the real thing now!”). I always laugh quietly when I remember that. Back go my point. Another factor why many no longer resort to the courts to seek justice is that there is, in reality no “speedy justice” to talk of. A case in the lower court can take years to litigate. For example, if a court hearing is held today, the next resetting date is two or three months later due to clogged court dockets. After more resetting, if you’re lucky to present one witness, chances are you’re not done with him and resumption of his testimony is for the next available calendar. Not to mention postponements in between. If you are lucky, a simple case can be decided in 3 to 5 years. But that’s not the end of it. The losing party goes on appeal to the next higher court. The length of time for an appeal takes as much time, if not more. Then going to the final arbiter, the Supreme Court takes almost forever. You’re lucky if you’re done in ten (10 years) from the time the case is filed until final judgment. More often, it takes a lifetime. Sorry to say but the delay is embedded in the procedure and in the system. There are other factors but

I’m citing only two. These could be why many prefer to short circuit the justice system and go for swift and quick justice. This could be why many applaud short cuts. This could be why taking the law into one’s hands to get justice is acceptable to many. No wonder killing outright the bad guys is popular nowadays. But then, I remember the grieving and inconsolable Myrna, the mother of the 2-year old murdered boy who would at times secretly mix with the crowd in the courthouse waiting for Belinda to pass by on her way to the trial of her case. Myrna would suddenly emerge from nowhere, grab her, and hit her, claw at her until pacified. But Myrna and her husband agonized, suffered and patiently took the effort of bringing before the courts the “yaya”, Belinda Lora. They went through and withstood the ordeal of a long judicial procedure. Yes, they got justice in the end. Although Myrna’s words still ring loud in my ears and in my heart when she whispered to me after I told her of Belinda’s conviction: “ Will it bring back my only son to me.?” Nonetheless, she felt vindicated that justice was done. And yes, she did not call out the Davao Death Squad to do it for her. Myrna did not wish some policeman pulled the trigger on Belinda. Instead, she trusted on the justice system, however flawed it might be.

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always that true in reality. Justice of those who can afford is a world different from justice of the poor. The latter does not stand a good chance. One who can afford stays out of jail as he can post a bail bond for his temporary liberty? The poor, still presumed innocent, rots in jail in the meantime unable to put up bond while his case endlessly drags. Then, one needs a hired lawyer to handle his case. Yes, we have free legal aid law practitioners who selflessly give their time and talent (at times even their own personal money to poor clients). There’s also the government’s Citizens Legal Aid Office (CLAO) which gives free legal services to the poor. Courts can also appoint “de oficio counsel” to assist those who come to court without lawyers. But their service is just a drop in the bucket. And, poor litigants, even in their unenviable situation, expect -- and insist -- that their rights (which are perhaps their only prized possessions in the world) be amply protected. This reminds me of another unforgettable story. I remember one day about 30 years or so ago, when the late Judge ALFREDO CUSI of the then Court of First Instance (now regional trial court) appointed me in open court as “de oficio counsel” (court-appointed lawyer, usually without pay) to assist a poor, detained prisoner accused of a high crime. Judge Cusi’s voice boomed in open court informing the still-handcuffed accused: “ I will appoint Atty. Dureza, one of the best practicing lawyers to handle the trial for you. Do you agree?” (The court interpreter went into action.) We waited for the man’s reply but there was silence. The poor guy at first sheepishly looked around as I stood up in spanking coat and tie ready to volunteer and do legal combat for him. But he rejected me outright by saying (in Tagalog): “Your Honor, murder po ang kaso ko. Puede kaya hindi prac-

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tion,” Tabor said. He expresses optimism that Atty. Mendez will be able to do what is to be done in the NBI. For his part, Councilor Adrian L. Barba also expressed gladness over the promotion of Atty. Mendez. He said the new NBI director is a resident of Cagayan de Oro for all intents and purposes. Councilor Zaldy O. Ocon also hailed Atty. Mendez, saying his promotion is well-deserved.

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relationship with Him. So why not ask Jesus to forgive from page 4 you and take charge of your our kids, wife or husband, new life with Him? He’s the so they feel that we’ll only One Who can give you His love them if they do what we want. You see, it all begins with starting a new relationship with the One Who gave us each other. In fact, Jesus died just so you and I could be forgiven of all our wrongs and enjoy a daily, personal

kind of love and power you need every day to start building and enjoying the close, happy family you want. Just Think a Minute…

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Talaingod, LGU Padada, People Power Volunteers for Reform, LGU Sta. Maria, Nabunturan Federation of Senior Citizens Association, and Pag-asa Youth Association of LGU Gov. Generoso. Other Awardees are Mayor Allan L. Rellon, Armed Forces of the Philippines, LGU Davao City, Gov. Arturo T. Uy, Gov. Corazon N. Malanyaon, Mayor Lorenzo L. Balbin Jr., Mayor Lema P. Bolo, Mayor Eutropio S. Jayectin, Mayor Romeo C. Clarin, Mayor Reynaldo B. Navarro, Mayor Rebecco S. Rosit Sr., Mayor Camilo T. Nuñez, Mayor Arturo C. Monday, SUMIFRU Phils., Eduardo A. Borje, Jocelyn A. Romero, Philippine Ports Authority, Port of Davao-Bureau of Customs, Department of Public Works and Highways, Davao Integrated Port Stevedoring Services Corp., 10th Infantry Division-Philippine Army and Eastern Mindanao Command. Outstanding DSWD workers are Jenny C. Cadoyas, Laurencia P. Mondreza, Annie L. Rosalinda, Gemma D. Dela Cruz, Sheryl Anne R. Dumalogdog and Juliet I. Alladin. The 24 Loyalty Awardees and one Character Awardee among DSWD personnel will also be recognized. With the theme, DSWD @ 63: Kaagapay sa Pagbangon at Bagong Simula, other events for the day are Thanksgiving Mass, Regional Conference, Parlor Games, Talentadong Empleyado, and Livelihood Bazaar. (DSWD/Carmela Cadigal-Duron)

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Chamber of CommerceCagayan de Oro Chapter, Oro Chamber president Efren Uy requested for the extension of the deadline for the payment of the business taxes and permits this year. He said this will give the city’s businessmen a little more time to settle their payments, given the significant increase in the amount of taxes they have to pay this year compared to the previous years. The request of the business sector was endorsed by City Administrator Roy Hilario O. Raagas upon the recommendation of the City Treasurer’s Office. It was also favorably endorsed by the committees on trade, commerce and cooperatives chaired by Councilor Edna M. Dahino, on finance and ways and means chaired by Councilor President D. Elipe.

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