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Marawi compensation bill: lapsed into law?
MindaNews, April 17, 2022
The bill providing tax-free monetary compensation for loss of properties and loss of lives due to the Marawi Siege five years ago has likely lapsed into law as there has been no announcement from Malacañang that President Rodrigo Duterte has signed or vetoed it.
MindaNews, April 17, 2022
The bill providing tax-free monetary compensation for loss of properties and loss of lives due to the Marawi Siege five years ago has likely lapsed into law as there has been no announcement from Malacañang that President Rodrigo Duterte has signed or vetoed it.
Prevent power line obstructions – DILG
The Manila Times, April 17, 2022
ALL local government units (LGUs) were urged to enact ordinances that prevent obstructions and hazardous activities within the power line corridors (PLCs) in their respective localities, said the Department of the Interior and Local Government.
The Manila Times, April 17, 2022
ALL local government units (LGUs) were urged to enact ordinances that prevent obstructions and hazardous activities within the power line corridors (PLCs) in their respective localities, said the Department of the Interior and Local Government.
Ilocos Norte secures P1b funding for critical infrastructure projects
Manila Standard, April 17, 2022
The provincial government of Ilocos Norte has secured close to P1 billion in funding for critical projects from various national government offices.
Manila Standard, April 17, 2022
The provincial government of Ilocos Norte has secured close to P1 billion in funding for critical projects from various national government offices.
Dagupan brings back Bangus Festival after 2-year pandemic break
Rappler, April 14, 2022
Dagupan City’s famous Bangus Festival will be back from April 18 until the end of the month after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rappler, April 14, 2022
Dagupan City’s famous Bangus Festival will be back from April 18 until the end of the month after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
High volume of hazardous wastes collected in 2021
Philippine Star / The Freeman, April 13, 2022
Cebu City had the highest collection of hazardous wastes in 2021 having collected a total of 41,316 kilograms of medical wastes and costs the city government almost P2 million for collection and disposal.
Philippine Star / The Freeman, April 13, 2022
Cebu City had the highest collection of hazardous wastes in 2021 having collected a total of 41,316 kilograms of medical wastes and costs the city government almost P2 million for collection and disposal.
CH continues clearing,monitoring of waterways
Philippine Star / The Freeman, April 13, 2022
The Cebu City government has continued the monitoring and clearing of rivers, creeks, and other waterways, especially in flood-prone areas, as bad weather condition is expected to last until tomorrow.
Philippine Star / The Freeman, April 13, 2022
The Cebu City government has continued the monitoring and clearing of rivers, creeks, and other waterways, especially in flood-prone areas, as bad weather condition is expected to last until tomorrow.
Negros Oriental readies for Mandanas ruling
SunStar, April 13, 2022
OF THE 25 towns and cities in Negros Oriental, 24 are all set for their devolution transition plans for this year’s implementation of the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Mandanas-Garcia petition.
SunStar, April 13, 2022
OF THE 25 towns and cities in Negros Oriental, 24 are all set for their devolution transition plans for this year’s implementation of the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Mandanas-Garcia petition.
DOE lauds Amlan for 1st municipal Renewable Energy Code
SunStar, April 13, 2022
THE Department of Energy (DOE) has lauded the town of Amlan for enacting the first municipal renewable energy (RE) ordinance in the country.
SunStar, April 13, 2022
THE Department of Energy (DOE) has lauded the town of Amlan for enacting the first municipal renewable energy (RE) ordinance in the country.
Davao City plans to build 1,000 more rainwater catchment basins
Business Mirror, April 13, 2022
The country’s lone local government unit with an ordinance on rainwater catchments for establishments and households has its agriculture office targeting to build 1,000 catchments to prepare for the dry season.
Business Mirror, April 13, 2022
The country’s lone local government unit with an ordinance on rainwater catchments for establishments and households has its agriculture office targeting to build 1,000 catchments to prepare for the dry season.
Improved road safety for Davao City bikers pushed
Philippine News Agency, April 13, 2022
The City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) eyes more infrastructure to improve road safety and comfort among the city's bikers.
Philippine News Agency, April 13, 2022
The City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) eyes more infrastructure to improve road safety and comfort among the city's bikers.
Plant boxes placed as barriers along Commonwealth Avenue’s bike lanes
Manila Bulletin, April 11, 2022
The Quezon City (QC) government announced on Monday, April 11, that it placed 10 concrete plant boxes along the bike lane on the eastbound lane of Commonwealth Avenue to act as barriers for the safety of cyclists that are passing through.
Manila Bulletin, April 11, 2022
The Quezon City (QC) government announced on Monday, April 11, that it placed 10 concrete plant boxes along the bike lane on the eastbound lane of Commonwealth Avenue to act as barriers for the safety of cyclists that are passing through.
P15-M plant to turn trash into organic fertilizers
The Manila Times, April 11, 2022
CABIAO, Nueva Ecija: The local government here is ready to operate a P15-million materials recovery facility (MRF) that is expected to produce 12,000 bags of organic fertilizers for distribution to farmers in the next planting season.
The Manila Times, April 11, 2022
CABIAO, Nueva Ecija: The local government here is ready to operate a P15-million materials recovery facility (MRF) that is expected to produce 12,000 bags of organic fertilizers for distribution to farmers in the next planting season.
Bacolod City grants business tax relief to pandemic-hit firms
Philippine News Agency, April 11, 2022
The city government here will grant a comprehensive relief package to businesses affected by the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic as a major component of its health crisis exit plan.
Philippine News Agency, April 11, 2022
The city government here will grant a comprehensive relief package to businesses affected by the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic as a major component of its health crisis exit plan.
First public hospital in Pandi opens
The Manila Times, April 9, 2022
THE first government-funded hospital in the municipality of Pandi in the province of Bulacan was formally opened to the public on Friday, April 8.
The Manila Times, April 9, 2022
THE first government-funded hospital in the municipality of Pandi in the province of Bulacan was formally opened to the public on Friday, April 8.
Balay Silangan to open this April
SunStar, April 8, 2022
THE City Government of Bacolod will open the Balay Silangan Reformation Facility along Lacson Extension in Barangay Singcang-Airport before the end of April.
SunStar, April 8, 2022
THE City Government of Bacolod will open the Balay Silangan Reformation Facility along Lacson Extension in Barangay Singcang-Airport before the end of April.
17 smoke-free LGUs in Northern Mindanao
SunStar, April 8, 2022
AROUND 17 local government units (LGUs) in Northern Mindanao have been declared smoke-free, according to the Department of Health (DOH).
SunStar, April 8, 2022
AROUND 17 local government units (LGUs) in Northern Mindanao have been declared smoke-free, according to the Department of Health (DOH).
Cebu to turn Inayawan landfill site into ‘self-contained city’
SunStar, April 8, 2022
THE Cebu City Government plans not only to rehabilitate the Inayawan Sanitary Landfill in Barangay Inayawan but also to transform the garbage dumping site into a “self-contained city.”
SunStar, April 8, 2022
THE Cebu City Government plans not only to rehabilitate the Inayawan Sanitary Landfill in Barangay Inayawan but also to transform the garbage dumping site into a “self-contained city.”
San Carlos City to create Philippine Heritage Trees Site
SunStar, April 8, 2022
THE City government of San Carlos, through its People's Park Management Office (PPMO), is already preparing 36 young trees to be planted within the People's Park for the creation of the Philippine Heritage Trees Site.
SunStar, April 8, 2022
THE City government of San Carlos, through its People's Park Management Office (PPMO), is already preparing 36 young trees to be planted within the People's Park for the creation of the Philippine Heritage Trees Site.
Health program for IPS continues
The Manila Times, April 8, 2022
A health program for Indigenous Peoples (IPs) continues in Bataan as more Aeta natives from the upland villages have availed of the project initiated by the Provincial Health Office (PHO), Gov. Albert Garcia announced on Thursday.
The Manila Times, April 8, 2022
A health program for Indigenous Peoples (IPs) continues in Bataan as more Aeta natives from the upland villages have availed of the project initiated by the Provincial Health Office (PHO), Gov. Albert Garcia announced on Thursday.
Power firm, Toledo LGU team up for P11.8-M community projects
Philippine News Agency, April 8, 2022
A subsidiary of AboitizPower Corp. has collaborated with the local government of Toledo City in western Cebu province and the police to launch at least 13 corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects worth PHP11.8 million this year.
Philippine News Agency, April 8, 2022
A subsidiary of AboitizPower Corp. has collaborated with the local government of Toledo City in western Cebu province and the police to launch at least 13 corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects worth PHP11.8 million this year.
Mayor wants public roads cleared anew
The Manila Times, April 7, 2022
Mayor Maria Isabelle "Beng" Climaco-Salazar has ordered authorities anew to clear public roads and spaces of all obstruction following a meeting of the local peace and order council which she chairs.
The Manila Times, April 7, 2022
Mayor Maria Isabelle "Beng" Climaco-Salazar has ordered authorities anew to clear public roads and spaces of all obstruction following a meeting of the local peace and order council which she chairs.
Zambo City to open P14-M molecular lab
Philippine News Agency, April 7, 2022
The City Health Office (CHO) is set to open the local government's own PHP14 million molecular testing center in Barangay San Roque here.
Philippine News Agency, April 7, 2022
The City Health Office (CHO) is set to open the local government's own PHP14 million molecular testing center in Barangay San Roque here.
MSMEs showcase products as Pangasinan Tourism and Trade Expo opens
Manila Bulletin, April 7, 2022
The Provincial Government of Pangasinan has reopened the annual Tourism and Trade Expo on Tuesday after a two-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Manila Bulletin, April 7, 2022
The Provincial Government of Pangasinan has reopened the annual Tourism and Trade Expo on Tuesday after a two-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Negros Occidental officials sign accord for water-secure future
SunStar, April 7, 2022
AN ACCORD pushing for proper water supply management and a water-secure future was signed by top officials of Negros Occidental at the Nature"s Village Resort in Talisay City Thursday, April 7, 2022.
SunStar, April 7, 2022
AN ACCORD pushing for proper water supply management and a water-secure future was signed by top officials of Negros Occidental at the Nature"s Village Resort in Talisay City Thursday, April 7, 2022.
Rama signs P900M contract for CCMC’s remaining floors
SunStar, April 6, 2022
CONSTRUCTION of the rest of the Cebu City Medical Center (CCMC) will now continue after the Cebu City Government signed the contract and issued the notice to proceed on Wednesday, April 6, 2022.
SunStar, April 6, 2022
CONSTRUCTION of the rest of the Cebu City Medical Center (CCMC) will now continue after the Cebu City Government signed the contract and issued the notice to proceed on Wednesday, April 6, 2022.
Senior citizens in QC to receive free maintenance medicines every month
Manila Bulletin, April 4, 2022
All senior citizens in Quezon City will get monthly maintenance medicines for free through the city’s Senior Citizen Maintenance Medicine Program.
Manila Bulletin, April 4, 2022
All senior citizens in Quezon City will get monthly maintenance medicines for free through the city’s Senior Citizen Maintenance Medicine Program.
Baguio cuts cost with shift to LED streetlight bulbs
Philippine News Agency, April 4, 2022
The city government has completed an PHP18.7-million project that replaced the traditional high-pressure sodium (HPS) bulbs in its streetlights with light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures to reduce electric consumption and provide better illumination.
Philippine News Agency, April 4, 2022
The city government has completed an PHP18.7-million project that replaced the traditional high-pressure sodium (HPS) bulbs in its streetlights with light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures to reduce electric consumption and provide better illumination.
Ilocos Norte allots P3-M for Tanap-Avis Falls dev’t
Philippine News Agency, April 4, 2022
Local authorities here have decided to allocate PHP3 million to improve the access road leading to Tanap-Avis Falls in Burgos town to foster tourism growth and economic recovery amid the global pandemic.
Philippine News Agency, April 4, 2022
Local authorities here have decided to allocate PHP3 million to improve the access road leading to Tanap-Avis Falls in Burgos town to foster tourism growth and economic recovery amid the global pandemic.
Negros Occidental opens first human milk bank
Inquirer.net, April 2, 2022
To help save lives, especially among premature babies, the Negros Occidental provincial government on March 29 inaugurated its first Human Milk Bank (HMB) at the Teresita Lopez Jalandoni Provincial Hospital (TLJPH) in Silay City.
Inquirer.net, April 2, 2022
To help save lives, especially among premature babies, the Negros Occidental provincial government on March 29 inaugurated its first Human Milk Bank (HMB) at the Teresita Lopez Jalandoni Provincial Hospital (TLJPH) in Silay City.
4-day workweek starts in Iloilo city, province
Inquirer.net, April 1, 2022
The city and provincial governments of Iloilo started implementing a four-day workweek on Monday as part of measures to cope with the steep increase in fuel prices.
Inquirer.net, April 1, 2022
The city and provincial governments of Iloilo started implementing a four-day workweek on Monday as part of measures to cope with the steep increase in fuel prices.
BARMM approves ₧277M new investment in banana farming
Business Mirror, April 1, 2022
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) got another sizeable investment in banana farming as the region continues to work to achieve the realization of its target of generating P4.5 billion in fresh investments this year.
Business Mirror, April 1, 2022
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) got another sizeable investment in banana farming as the region continues to work to achieve the realization of its target of generating P4.5 billion in fresh investments this year.
Las Pinas gov’t conducts family planning caravan
Manila Bulletin, March 29, 2022
Around 200 women on the reproductive stage joined the family planning caravan launched by the Las Pinas City government on Tuesday, March 29.
Manila Bulletin, March 29, 2022
Around 200 women on the reproductive stage joined the family planning caravan launched by the Las Pinas City government on Tuesday, March 29.
Pasig LGU bares improvements in city health services
Manila Bulletin, March 29, 2022
The Pasig City local government held on Monday, March 28, its first quarter local health board meeting as the city continues to develop projects to further improve city health response to residents.
Manila Bulletin, March 29, 2022
The Pasig City local government held on Monday, March 28, its first quarter local health board meeting as the city continues to develop projects to further improve city health response to residents.
SCotabato govenor upholds mining ban
The Manila Times, March 26, 2022
THE Panaghugpong Mindanao environmentalist group commended South Cotabato Gov. Reynaldo Tamayo Jr. for favoring the approval and endorsement of a resolution for the retention of the 12-year-old ban on open-pit mining in the province.
The Manila Times, March 26, 2022
THE Panaghugpong Mindanao environmentalist group commended South Cotabato Gov. Reynaldo Tamayo Jr. for favoring the approval and endorsement of a resolution for the retention of the 12-year-old ban on open-pit mining in the province.
Murcia inaugurates three town center projects
Visayan Daily Star, March 25, 2022
The municipality of Murcia conducted the blessing and inauguration of its newly renovated wet market and public plaza, and the newly constructed two-storey multi-purpose building at the plaza last Tuesday, March 22.
Visayan Daily Star, March 25, 2022
The municipality of Murcia conducted the blessing and inauguration of its newly renovated wet market and public plaza, and the newly constructed two-storey multi-purpose building at the plaza last Tuesday, March 22.
Solar energy electrifies off-grid sitio in Palawan
Business Mirror, March 25, 2022
Sitio Bubusawin, an off-the-grid farming community in Palawan, now has access to a 24/7 renewable source of electricity through a partnership between the Palawan Electric Cooperative (Paleco) and the municipal government of Aborlan with the support of the Department of Energy (DOE) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Business Mirror, March 25, 2022
Sitio Bubusawin, an off-the-grid farming community in Palawan, now has access to a 24/7 renewable source of electricity through a partnership between the Palawan Electric Cooperative (Paleco) and the municipal government of Aborlan with the support of the Department of Energy (DOE) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Bohol mayors launch crusade for good governance
Manila Bulletin, March 24, 2022
At least 12 mayors in Bohol came together and launched a crusade which they hope would push good governance in the province on Thursday, a day before the start of the campaign period for local candidates.
Manila Bulletin, March 24, 2022
At least 12 mayors in Bohol came together and launched a crusade which they hope would push good governance in the province on Thursday, a day before the start of the campaign period for local candidates.
Pasig inks deal with private firm to open dialysis facility
ABS-CBN News, March 24, 2022
The local government of Pasig on Thursday has signed a deal with a private health care provider to open one of the Philippines' largest dialysis centers under a public-private partnership agreement.
ABS-CBN News, March 24, 2022
The local government of Pasig on Thursday has signed a deal with a private health care provider to open one of the Philippines' largest dialysis centers under a public-private partnership agreement.
Davao Oriental signs P296.5-M bulk water supply deal with Mactan Rock
Business World, March 24, 2022
THE DAVAO Oriental provincial government has signed a P296.5-million bulk water supply project with Mactan Rock Industries, Inc., which will address demand for the capital Mati City.
Business World, March 24, 2022
THE DAVAO Oriental provincial government has signed a P296.5-million bulk water supply project with Mactan Rock Industries, Inc., which will address demand for the capital Mati City.
Pasay City cited for role in Manila Bay rehab program
Manila Bulletin, March 23, 2022
The Pasay City government was cited by the national government for its role in the implementation of the Manila Bay Clean-up, Rehabilitation and Preservation Program.
Manila Bulletin, March 23, 2022
The Pasay City government was cited by the national government for its role in the implementation of the Manila Bay Clean-up, Rehabilitation and Preservation Program.
Pasig relaunches 'Malusog na Batang Pasigueño' program
Manila Bulletin, March 23, 2022
The Pasig City local government relaunched on Tuesday, March 22, its Malusog na Batang Pasigueño (MBP) initiative to ensure that all its public school students will receive adequate nutrition especially amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and in preparation for the slow return of face-to-face classes.
Manila Bulletin, March 23, 2022
The Pasig City local government relaunched on Tuesday, March 22, its Malusog na Batang Pasigueño (MBP) initiative to ensure that all its public school students will receive adequate nutrition especially amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and in preparation for the slow return of face-to-face classes.
South Cotabato development council affirms ban on open-pit mining method
Business Mirror, March 23, 2022
The Provincial Development Council (PDC) of South Cotabato has upheld the ban on open-pit mining method, a policy that hinders the operation of the Tampakan Copper-Gold Project.
Business Mirror, March 23, 2022
The Provincial Development Council (PDC) of South Cotabato has upheld the ban on open-pit mining method, a policy that hinders the operation of the Tampakan Copper-Gold Project.
Cordova, South Korean county sign agriculture deal
SunStar, March 22, 2022
THE Municipality of Cordova and Haenam County in South Korea have entered into an agriculture cooperation agreement that aims to improve the agricultural competitiveness of both areas, the municipality announced last week.
SunStar, March 22, 2022
THE Municipality of Cordova and Haenam County in South Korea have entered into an agriculture cooperation agreement that aims to improve the agricultural competitiveness of both areas, the municipality announced last week.
San Juan signs environmental MOAs, launches PH's first reverse vending machine
Manila Bulletin, March 22, 2022
In its effort to boost its environmental protection programs, the San Juan City local government partnered with several environmental protection organizations on Tuesday, March 22, as it moves towards a greener city.
Manila Bulletin, March 22, 2022
In its effort to boost its environmental protection programs, the San Juan City local government partnered with several environmental protection organizations on Tuesday, March 22, as it moves towards a greener city.
Makati City turns over mobile food carts to street vendors
Business Mirror, March 22, 2022
IN a bid to regulate the proliferation of illegal vendors in the country’s financial capital, the Makati City government has turned over mobile food carts to the city’s street vendors.
Business Mirror, March 22, 2022
IN a bid to regulate the proliferation of illegal vendors in the country’s financial capital, the Makati City government has turned over mobile food carts to the city’s street vendors.
Bacolod City Hall starts accepting online payments
Visayan Daily Star, March 22, 2022
In line with his vision to promote Bacolod as a “Smart City,” Bacolod Mayor Evelio Leonardia, through the City Treasurer’s Office, has adopted a new payment scheme for seamless Business Permit and Real Property Tax (RPT) transactions.
Visayan Daily Star, March 22, 2022
In line with his vision to promote Bacolod as a “Smart City,” Bacolod Mayor Evelio Leonardia, through the City Treasurer’s Office, has adopted a new payment scheme for seamless Business Permit and Real Property Tax (RPT) transactions.
BoI, QC gov’t team up to boost investment promotion
Business World, March 22, 2022
THE BOARD of Investments (BoI) has partnered with the Quezon City local government to improve the latter’s investment promotion and facilitation efforts.
Business World, March 22, 2022
THE BOARD of Investments (BoI) has partnered with the Quezon City local government to improve the latter’s investment promotion and facilitation efforts.
QC gov’t to launch program for startup entrepreneurs
Manila Bulletin, March 21, 2022
The Quezon City government is set to launch a program for startup entrepreneurs who will be given a financial grant to start their businesses.
Manila Bulletin, March 21, 2022
The Quezon City government is set to launch a program for startup entrepreneurs who will be given a financial grant to start their businesses.
BARMM gives 185 poor families their own homes
The Manila Times, March 20, 2022
THE Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Ministry of Public Works-Maguindanao first district engineering office and the BARMM-Kapyanan (Kapayapaan sa Pamayanan) program officially turned over 185 housing units to recipient families on Thursday, March 17, in Biruar village in Parang town, Maguindanao.
The Manila Times, March 20, 2022
THE Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Ministry of Public Works-Maguindanao first district engineering office and the BARMM-Kapyanan (Kapayapaan sa Pamayanan) program officially turned over 185 housing units to recipient families on Thursday, March 17, in Biruar village in Parang town, Maguindanao.
Davao Oriental gets gold award anew for efforts vs. illegal drugs
Philippine News Agency, March 18, 2022
With its relentless and exemplary drive against the illegal drugs trade and for being one of the country’s top performers in complementing the national government’s intensified anti-illegal drug campaign, the provincial government here was a “Gold” awardee anew at the National Anti-Drug Abuse Council’s 2020-2021 Davao Region Anti-Drug Abuse Council Performance Awards.
Philippine News Agency, March 18, 2022
With its relentless and exemplary drive against the illegal drugs trade and for being one of the country’s top performers in complementing the national government’s intensified anti-illegal drug campaign, the provincial government here was a “Gold” awardee anew at the National Anti-Drug Abuse Council’s 2020-2021 Davao Region Anti-Drug Abuse Council Performance Awards.
New eco-farm tourism site launched in Bolinao
Manila Bulletin, March 19, 2022
Mayor Alfonso Celeste expressed 100 percent support for the development and beautification of the newly-developed eco-tourism site promoted by Filomena’s Farm as an additional attraction in Bolinao, Pangasinan.
Manila Bulletin, March 19, 2022
Mayor Alfonso Celeste expressed 100 percent support for the development and beautification of the newly-developed eco-tourism site promoted by Filomena’s Farm as an additional attraction in Bolinao, Pangasinan.
Pangasinan town passes “bawal bastos” ordinance
Manila Bulletin, March 18, 2022
LINGAYEN, Pangasinan – The municipal council here passed the “Bawal Bastos” ordinance imposing penalty to gender-based harassment in public spaces and online.
Manila Bulletin, March 18, 2022
LINGAYEN, Pangasinan – The municipal council here passed the “Bawal Bastos” ordinance imposing penalty to gender-based harassment in public spaces and online.
Zamboanga Sibugay, firm team up to boost island’s power using solar farms
Rappler, March 18, 2022
A French renewable energy development company has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the provincial government of Zamboanga Sibugay to build solar power farms that would benefit more than 100,000 villagers in three towns on Olutanga Island.
Rappler, March 18, 2022
A French renewable energy development company has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the provincial government of Zamboanga Sibugay to build solar power farms that would benefit more than 100,000 villagers in three towns on Olutanga Island.
Pangasinan gives P28-M machinery to farmers, fisherfolk
Philippine News Agency, March 18, 2022
The provincial government of Pangasinan distributed on Friday farm and fishing machinery worth PHP28 million.
Philippine News Agency, March 18, 2022
The provincial government of Pangasinan distributed on Friday farm and fishing machinery worth PHP28 million.
90% waste reduction eyed
SunStar, March 18, 2022
Officials of the Cebu City Government expressed optimism that the daily collection of 600 tons of garbage in the city would be reduced by 90 percent once the recently approved construction of a P4.8 billion waste-to-energy (WTE) facility begins to operate.
SunStar, March 18, 2022
Officials of the Cebu City Government expressed optimism that the daily collection of 600 tons of garbage in the city would be reduced by 90 percent once the recently approved construction of a P4.8 billion waste-to-energy (WTE) facility begins to operate.
IP leaders sign manifesto of support for extension of Bangsamoro transition period
Manila Bulletin, July 30, 2021
Indigenous Peoples groups in BARMM declared their support on the pending bills on extending the Bangsamoro transition period until 2025.
Manila Bulletin, July 30, 2021
Indigenous Peoples groups in BARMM declared their support on the pending bills on extending the Bangsamoro transition period until 2025.
‘Whole-of- nation’ programs change ex-Reds’ lives for better: OPAV
Philippine News Agency, July 28, 2021
The local government units (LGUs) in Central Visayas partnered with the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NFT-ELCAC) and the national government to formulate and undertake initiatives in eliminating local-based insurgencies affecting communities within the area.
Philippine News Agency, July 28, 2021
The local government units (LGUs) in Central Visayas partnered with the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NFT-ELCAC) and the national government to formulate and undertake initiatives in eliminating local-based insurgencies affecting communities within the area.
Dumaguete City gov't holds community-level public consultations on 'smart city' reclamation project
Business World, July 27, 2021
The local government unit (LGU) of Dumaguete City proposed a progressive, "Smart City" reclamation project, on July 27, 2021, whereby the project was assessed by 30 barangay chairpersons, Mayor Felipe Antonio B. Remollo, and the Sangguniang Kabataan.
The project aimed to exacerbate economic growth within the city, despite numerous oppositions from fisherfolks, environmental organizations and the constituents of Silliman University.
Business World, July 27, 2021
The local government unit (LGU) of Dumaguete City proposed a progressive, "Smart City" reclamation project, on July 27, 2021, whereby the project was assessed by 30 barangay chairpersons, Mayor Felipe Antonio B. Remollo, and the Sangguniang Kabataan.
The project aimed to exacerbate economic growth within the city, despite numerous oppositions from fisherfolks, environmental organizations and the constituents of Silliman University.
BJMP inaugurates new jail facility in Mandaluyong
Philippine Star, July 27, 2021
With the presence of Mandaluyong Mayor Menchie Abalos and other city government officials, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology held the inaugural blessing of its new detention facility in Mandaluyong City. The new city jail is a P515-million facility with nine storeys and 24 detention cells which is then seen to tremendously reduce congestion rate of prisons from 722% to -835%.
Philippine Star, July 27, 2021
With the presence of Mandaluyong Mayor Menchie Abalos and other city government officials, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology held the inaugural blessing of its new detention facility in Mandaluyong City. The new city jail is a P515-million facility with nine storeys and 24 detention cells which is then seen to tremendously reduce congestion rate of prisons from 722% to -835%.
1 ton of garbage collected in coastal cleanup in Tagum City
Manila Bulletin, July 27, 2021
To aid in saving the environment and preserve the beauty and marine resources within the area of Tagum city, the Coast Guard District of Southeastern Mindanao (CGDSEM) along with their partners collected a total of 1,000 kilograms of garbage in the coastal area in Tagum City. The coastal clean up is to further uphold a safer and cleaner marine environment. Additionally, aside from the clean up, 800 mangroves were planted by the CGDSEM. With that, the initiatives and measurements made by the Local government and organizations in preserving the marine resources of Tagum City, will surely help in saving the environment.
Manila Bulletin, July 27, 2021
To aid in saving the environment and preserve the beauty and marine resources within the area of Tagum city, the Coast Guard District of Southeastern Mindanao (CGDSEM) along with their partners collected a total of 1,000 kilograms of garbage in the coastal area in Tagum City. The coastal clean up is to further uphold a safer and cleaner marine environment. Additionally, aside from the clean up, 800 mangroves were planted by the CGDSEM. With that, the initiatives and measurements made by the Local government and organizations in preserving the marine resources of Tagum City, will surely help in saving the environment.
Isko breaks ground for new Manila Science High School
Philippine Star, July 27, 2021
The construction of the new Manila Science High School along Taft Avenue officially started with the groundbreaking ceremony that was led by Manila Mayor Isko Moreno. According to Mayor Isko, building this new school is among the city's ways of increasing its economy.
Philippine Star, July 27, 2021
The construction of the new Manila Science High School along Taft Avenue officially started with the groundbreaking ceremony that was led by Manila Mayor Isko Moreno. According to Mayor Isko, building this new school is among the city's ways of increasing its economy.
Marikina River's dredging helped in preventing flood: official
ABS-CBN, July 25, 2021
The dredging of Marikina River which was started by the government early this February helped in preventing the backflow of water to the communities. According to the city's Disaster Risk Reduction and Management official, there had been no recorded flooded areas and this is due to the effect of dredging and engineering works in the city's drainage networks.
ABS-CBN, July 25, 2021
The dredging of Marikina River which was started by the government early this February helped in preventing the backflow of water to the communities. According to the city's Disaster Risk Reduction and Management official, there had been no recorded flooded areas and this is due to the effect of dredging and engineering works in the city's drainage networks.
170 permanent shelters awarded to IDPs in Marawi City
Manila Bulletin, July 24, 2021
170 families of internally displaced persons (IDPs) were awarded permanent shelters in two resettlement sites in Marawi City. The projects made by the Local Government and Task Force of Bangon Marawi was with the help of other foundations and organizations who also wanted to take part in extending help to the community. Consequently, they will be constructing more than 2,500 permanent housing units that are for the IDPs living along danger zones in the city that the second mosque is to be reconstructed inside Marawi’s “ground zero”.
Manila Bulletin, July 24, 2021
170 families of internally displaced persons (IDPs) were awarded permanent shelters in two resettlement sites in Marawi City. The projects made by the Local Government and Task Force of Bangon Marawi was with the help of other foundations and organizations who also wanted to take part in extending help to the community. Consequently, they will be constructing more than 2,500 permanent housing units that are for the IDPs living along danger zones in the city that the second mosque is to be reconstructed inside Marawi’s “ground zero”.
Tugade opens 54.7-km Davao bike lane
Philippine Star, July, 22, 2021
Funded under the Bayanihan to Recover as One Act or Republic Act 1149, a 54.744 kilometer bike lane network is now already open for the cyclists in Davao City.
Philippine Star, July, 22, 2021
Funded under the Bayanihan to Recover as One Act or Republic Act 1149, a 54.744 kilometer bike lane network is now already open for the cyclists in Davao City.
All QC business establishments required to use KyusiPass
Manila Bulletin, July, 20, 2021
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte approved an ordinance to fully implement ‘KyusiPass,’ a contact tracing application, within all business establishments. The ordinance was created in order to improve QC’s contact tracing efforts.
Establishments are given six months to fully transition and failure to do so will be met by penalties from the local government.
Manila Bulletin, July, 20, 2021
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte approved an ordinance to fully implement ‘KyusiPass,’ a contact tracing application, within all business establishments. The ordinance was created in order to improve QC’s contact tracing efforts.
Establishments are given six months to fully transition and failure to do so will be met by penalties from the local government.
DILG still keen on imposing granular lockdowns amid threat on Delta variant
Philippine Daily Inquirer, July 20, 2021
To address the tug-of-war between health and economy amid the threat of the highly contagious COVID-19 Delta variant, the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) is keen on imposing granular lockdowns instead of provincial or city-wide lockdowns.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, July 20, 2021
To address the tug-of-war between health and economy amid the threat of the highly contagious COVID-19 Delta variant, the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) is keen on imposing granular lockdowns instead of provincial or city-wide lockdowns.
Taguig gives P15k worth of scholarship to graduating Grade 12 students
Philippine Daily Inquirer, July 19, 2021
The City Government of Taguig will provide P15,000 worth of scholarship vouchers to its graduating Grade 12 students and cash incentives to top students of the city’s public schools. In a statement, the LGU said that the scholarship vouchers can be used for graduating students’ chosen colleges or universities.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, July 19, 2021
The City Government of Taguig will provide P15,000 worth of scholarship vouchers to its graduating Grade 12 students and cash incentives to top students of the city’s public schools. In a statement, the LGU said that the scholarship vouchers can be used for graduating students’ chosen colleges or universities.
Ilocos Norte health workers help to build field hospital
Philippine Daily Inquirer, July 15, 2021
Health workers from Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center have converted local basketball courts and driveways into field hospitals as it is starting to be overwhelmed by the rising number of Covid-19 patients.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, July 15, 2021
Health workers from Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center have converted local basketball courts and driveways into field hospitals as it is starting to be overwhelmed by the rising number of Covid-19 patients.
Despite opposition, Dumaguete councilors grant authority requests for reclamation
Rappler, July 14, 2021
The Dumaguete City Council granted Mayor Felipe Remollo the authority to sign an amended joint venture agreement with the developer of the P23-billion “Smart City” island reclamation project. Furthermore, the city councilors passed a resolution of “no objection” to the said project.
Rappler, July 14, 2021
The Dumaguete City Council granted Mayor Felipe Remollo the authority to sign an amended joint venture agreement with the developer of the P23-billion “Smart City” island reclamation project. Furthermore, the city councilors passed a resolution of “no objection” to the said project.
Pasig automates HR system via ‘Facebook-like’ website, app for gov’t workers
ABS-CBN, July 14, 2021
Pasig launched its Government Employee Management System (GEMS), an IT system which will allow city government workers to "access and file their daily time records, application for promotion and leaves", and even their pay slips. Performance evaluations of the employees will be available in this system as well along with job portal for external and internal hiring. This project was initiated so that the employees can focus on "giving personalized service" to Pasig, lessen clerical work, and to promote transparency.
ABS-CBN, July 14, 2021
Pasig launched its Government Employee Management System (GEMS), an IT system which will allow city government workers to "access and file their daily time records, application for promotion and leaves", and even their pay slips. Performance evaluations of the employees will be available in this system as well along with job portal for external and internal hiring. This project was initiated so that the employees can focus on "giving personalized service" to Pasig, lessen clerical work, and to promote transparency.
Navotas distributes cash allowance to PWD scholars
The Philippine Star, July 13, 2021
The local government of Navotas unit has officially started the distribution of cash allowance to the 375 beneficiaries of the PWD Students Educational Assistance/Scholarship. They were given P2,500 for the months of January to May which then equates to P500 monthly educational assistance.
The Philippine Star, July 13, 2021
The local government of Navotas unit has officially started the distribution of cash allowance to the 375 beneficiaries of the PWD Students Educational Assistance/Scholarship. They were given P2,500 for the months of January to May which then equates to P500 monthly educational assistance.
LOOK: Lapu-Lapu City unveils Plaza Rizal's new look
Rappler, July 11, 2021
“In a post from the city’s public information office, the city’s Tourism, Cultural and Historical Affairs Commission (TCHAC) chairperson Cindi King-Chan said that this new plaza is the epitome of a world-class facility, an educational and cultural portal for everyone” (Sitchon, 2021).
Rappler, July 11, 2021
“In a post from the city’s public information office, the city’s Tourism, Cultural and Historical Affairs Commission (TCHAC) chairperson Cindi King-Chan said that this new plaza is the epitome of a world-class facility, an educational and cultural portal for everyone” (Sitchon, 2021).
'A big injustice': Maranao leaders protest Marawi stadium, convention center projects
Rappler, July 9, 2021
“Maranao civil society leaders have raised howls of protest over the government's plan to build a stadium and a convention center in Marawi as part of rehabilitation efforts for the city destroyed by bombardment in 2017” (Gomez, 2021).
Rappler, July 9, 2021
“Maranao civil society leaders have raised howls of protest over the government's plan to build a stadium and a convention center in Marawi as part of rehabilitation efforts for the city destroyed by bombardment in 2017” (Gomez, 2021).
Fisherfolk groups in Surigao Sur town get P1.9-M gov't projects
Philippine News Agency, July 7, 2021
The LGU of Catillan, Surigao del Sur, in partnership with the Kasama Kita Association (KKA), the Ayoke Conservation Enterprise (ACE), the Sitio Cabiton-onan Fisherfolk Association (SCAFA) under the Civil Society Development Office (CSDO) of Cantilan and, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) provided Php 998,000 worth of fishing equipment to the KKA, Php 500,000 to ACE and SCAFA, respectively for the purpose of increased revenue traction through technological development in the fisheries sector.
Philippine News Agency, July 7, 2021
The LGU of Catillan, Surigao del Sur, in partnership with the Kasama Kita Association (KKA), the Ayoke Conservation Enterprise (ACE), the Sitio Cabiton-onan Fisherfolk Association (SCAFA) under the Civil Society Development Office (CSDO) of Cantilan and, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) provided Php 998,000 worth of fishing equipment to the KKA, Php 500,000 to ACE and SCAFA, respectively for the purpose of increased revenue traction through technological development in the fisheries sector.
DENR starts dredging Cagayan River for flood prevention, port’s rehabilitation
ABS-CBN News, July 3, 2021
To prevent flooding, rehabilitate ports, and improve river flow in the Cagayan River, DENR started its dredging project. This was also done to minimize the likelihood of flooding in the provinces of Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, Isabela, and Cagayan. Apart from disaster prevention, this project aims to boost the country’s economy.
ABS-CBN News, July 3, 2021
To prevent flooding, rehabilitate ports, and improve river flow in the Cagayan River, DENR started its dredging project. This was also done to minimize the likelihood of flooding in the provinces of Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, Isabela, and Cagayan. Apart from disaster prevention, this project aims to boost the country’s economy.
BARMM prepares to take full control of Turtle Islands
Rappler, July 1, 2021
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) will now take full responsibility in protecting and conserving the Turtle Island Wildlife Sanctuary as mandated in Republic Act No. 11054 or the Bangsamoro Organic Law.
Rappler, July 1, 2021
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) will now take full responsibility in protecting and conserving the Turtle Island Wildlife Sanctuary as mandated in Republic Act No. 11054 or the Bangsamoro Organic Law.
Maguindanao village gets access to clean water
Philippine Star, July 1, 2021
There is now an abundance of safe drinking water in the upland Barangay Looy in South Upi, Maguindanao, as a result of the water system project embarked by the International Labour Organization (ILO), The People of Japan (TPJ), a non-government entity, and the Ministry of Labor and Employment-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region.
Philippine Star, July 1, 2021
There is now an abundance of safe drinking water in the upland Barangay Looy in South Upi, Maguindanao, as a result of the water system project embarked by the International Labour Organization (ILO), The People of Japan (TPJ), a non-government entity, and the Ministry of Labor and Employment-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region.
Mati building fishport, dairy plant to diversify agricultural base
Business World Online, June 28, 2021
The capital of Davao Oriental, Mati, celebrated its fourteenth year of city livelihood projects and heralded the local government units for continuing to aid agriventures in the production of fisheries and dairy, and enhance capacity-building efforts within the LGU to preserve, protect and develop the Pujada Bay for long-term resource maximization.
Business World Online, June 28, 2021
The capital of Davao Oriental, Mati, celebrated its fourteenth year of city livelihood projects and heralded the local government units for continuing to aid agriventures in the production of fisheries and dairy, and enhance capacity-building efforts within the LGU to preserve, protect and develop the Pujada Bay for long-term resource maximization.
Debate on Cotabato City's turnover for BARMM supervision lingers
Manila Bulletin, January 15, 2020
The 2019 plebiscite for the BARMM officially included Cotabato City in the autonomous government's territory. However, whether it should be under the official supervision of the BARMM or not remains a question.
Manila Bulletin, January 15, 2020
The 2019 plebiscite for the BARMM officially included Cotabato City in the autonomous government's territory. However, whether it should be under the official supervision of the BARMM or not remains a question.
Seven mayors unite to help Taal volcano victims
Inquirer.Net, January 15, 2020
Seven mayors from different parts of the country came together to aid one of their colleagues in taking care of evacuees housed in Alfonso, Cavite headed by Mayor Randy Salamat. The seven mayors, including Salamat, became friends during their training in CLRG. Alumni of CLRG become part of the Community of Practice which the center espouses.
Inquirer.Net, January 15, 2020
Seven mayors from different parts of the country came together to aid one of their colleagues in taking care of evacuees housed in Alfonso, Cavite headed by Mayor Randy Salamat. The seven mayors, including Salamat, became friends during their training in CLRG. Alumni of CLRG become part of the Community of Practice which the center espouses.
Cooperatives officer in every LGU endorsed
Manila Bulletin, January 13, 2020
If the bill becomes a law, having a cooperative officer in the different tiers of local government, except the barangay, will be mandatory.
Manila Bulletin, January 13, 2020
If the bill becomes a law, having a cooperative officer in the different tiers of local government, except the barangay, will be mandatory.
Gatchalian thinks equipping LGUs is key to a successful disaster response program
Manila Bulletin, January 13, 2020
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, a former city mayor, is in favor of equipping LGUs to be better responders during calamities. He does not support a separate disaster department IF it slows down LGUs as frontliners.
Manila Bulletin, January 13, 2020
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, a former city mayor, is in favor of equipping LGUs to be better responders during calamities. He does not support a separate disaster department IF it slows down LGUs as frontliners.
League of Municipalities signs deal with DITO on dedicated fiber network
Manila Bulletin, January 13, 2020
The dedicated fiber network is expected to benefit all municipalities in the delivery of fast and upgraded services to constituents via a secure network.
Manila Bulletin, January 13, 2020
The dedicated fiber network is expected to benefit all municipalities in the delivery of fast and upgraded services to constituents via a secure network.
Lanao Del Sur town to become 1st Mindanao LGU to avail of solar-powered water project
Manila Bulletin, January 13, 2020
If the project proceeds and succeeds, not only Taraka will be the first Mindanao LGU to avail of it, but will also benefit remote villages through potable water and irrigation systems.
Manila Bulletin, January 13, 2020
If the project proceeds and succeeds, not only Taraka will be the first Mindanao LGU to avail of it, but will also benefit remote villages through potable water and irrigation systems.
5,000 families in Pagadian to benefit from housing program
Philippine Daily Inquirer, January 11, 2020
Providing decent housing is one of the social services that is expected from local governments. In this case, the LGU partners with a government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC) to realize its mandate.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, January 11, 2020
Providing decent housing is one of the social services that is expected from local governments. In this case, the LGU partners with a government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC) to realize its mandate.
Makati to deliver more tech-driven projects
The Philippine Star, January 10, 2020
After topping the 2019 Digital Governance Awards, Makati City is set to introduce new projects that will utilize digital technology in the education, health and social services sectors.
The Philippine Star, January 10, 2020
After topping the 2019 Digital Governance Awards, Makati City is set to introduce new projects that will utilize digital technology in the education, health and social services sectors.
No ID, No Entry policy stays in Zambo
Philippine Daily Inquirer, January 10, 2020
Zamboanga City Peace and Order Council (POC) decided to retain the 'No ID, No Entry' policy in the city despite the lifting of martial law in Mindanao. As a local special body, the POC is headed by the mayor of the city.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, January 10, 2020
Zamboanga City Peace and Order Council (POC) decided to retain the 'No ID, No Entry' policy in the city despite the lifting of martial law in Mindanao. As a local special body, the POC is headed by the mayor of the city.
Baguio eyeing massive construction projects to decongest city
GMA News Online, January 7, 2020
The city's mayor reported that projects such as construction of integrated transport terminals, road widening, sidewalks, and green building parking buildings are underway to decongest and improve mobility within the city.
GMA News Online, January 7, 2020
The city's mayor reported that projects such as construction of integrated transport terminals, road widening, sidewalks, and green building parking buildings are underway to decongest and improve mobility within the city.
Bill proposing a Cordillera Autonomous Region filed anew
Manila Bulletin, December 11, 2019
Two past attempts toward a Cordillera Autonomous Region passed the Congress in 1990 and 1998, but plebiscites for both were unsuccessful.
Manila Bulletin, December 11, 2019
Two past attempts toward a Cordillera Autonomous Region passed the Congress in 1990 and 1998, but plebiscites for both were unsuccessful.
Compostela Valley is now Davao de Oro
Manila Bulletin, December 9, 2019
After the plebiscite held on December 8, 97% of the voters from Compostela Valley signified their agreement to change the name of the province to Davao de Oro.
Manila Bulletin, December 9, 2019
After the plebiscite held on December 8, 97% of the voters from Compostela Valley signified their agreement to change the name of the province to Davao de Oro.
Kidapawan City gov't stands firm on relocation of families
Philippine Daily Inquirer, November 29, 2019
The local government of Kidapawan has stood firm in its decision not to allow residents of several upland villages in the city to go back to their landslide-prone communities.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, November 29, 2019
The local government of Kidapawan has stood firm in its decision not to allow residents of several upland villages in the city to go back to their landslide-prone communities.
Six winning LGUs in Digital Governance Awards 2019 get China trip
Philippine News Agency, November 29, 2019
The six winning local government units in the Digital Governance Awards (DGA) 2019 were awarded an all-expenses-paid trip to Huawei’s headquarters in China for an international learning program on digital governance.
Philippine News Agency, November 29, 2019
The six winning local government units in the Digital Governance Awards (DGA) 2019 were awarded an all-expenses-paid trip to Huawei’s headquarters in China for an international learning program on digital governance.
Makati tops 2019 Digital Governance Awards
Manila Bulletin, November 28, 2019
The award recognized the city’s efforts to implement Information and Communications Technology (ICT) solutions in the education sector and public engagement through electronic facilities and channels towards providing improved, timely, and relevant delivery of public service.
Manila Bulletin, November 28, 2019
The award recognized the city’s efforts to implement Information and Communications Technology (ICT) solutions in the education sector and public engagement through electronic facilities and channels towards providing improved, timely, and relevant delivery of public service.
BARMM issues fatwa on reproductive health
Philippine Daily Inquirer, November 28, 2019
An advisory council of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has issued a fatwa, a Islamic ruling, on how to implement government’s reproductive health program.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, November 28, 2019
An advisory council of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has issued a fatwa, a Islamic ruling, on how to implement government’s reproductive health program.
ASEAN clean city award goes to PH's Iloilo City
Philippine Daily Inquirer, November 28, 2019
The Clean Tourist City Standard (CTCS) provides Asean member countries “benchmarks to aim for and ultimately lead to greater tourist satisfaction, greater number of visitors and better conditions for the local population”
Philippine Daily Inquirer, November 28, 2019
The Clean Tourist City Standard (CTCS) provides Asean member countries “benchmarks to aim for and ultimately lead to greater tourist satisfaction, greater number of visitors and better conditions for the local population”
House gives final OK to real property valuation bill
GMA News Online, November 25, 2019
If the bill becomes a law, LGUs will be able to maximize revenue collections from real property taxes and promote genuine local autonomy, according to a member of the House of Representatives.
GMA News Online, November 25, 2019
If the bill becomes a law, LGUs will be able to maximize revenue collections from real property taxes and promote genuine local autonomy, according to a member of the House of Representatives.
Lapid bill to require senior citizen reps in local legislative councils
GMA News Online, November 25, 2019
The bill seeks to mandate the representation of senior citizens in the Sanggunian from the barangay up to the provincial level.
GMA News Online, November 25, 2019
The bill seeks to mandate the representation of senior citizens in the Sanggunian from the barangay up to the provincial level.
Manila gov't earns P144M from tax amnesty program
Philippine Daily Inquirer, October 22, 2019
The city government of Manila sees the amnesty program as a win-win solution both for the government and its citizens. The amnesty program allows citizens who have not previously paid their tax obligations to be exempted from paying penalties, interests and surcharges.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, October 22, 2019
The city government of Manila sees the amnesty program as a win-win solution both for the government and its citizens. The amnesty program allows citizens who have not previously paid their tax obligations to be exempted from paying penalties, interests and surcharges.
Comelec: Bangsamoro Organic Law 'deemed ratified'
Rappler, January 25, 2019
The Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) will now be replaced by the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) after more than 1.5 million people voted in favor of the Bangsamoro Organic Law.
Rappler, January 25, 2019
The Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) will now be replaced by the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) after more than 1.5 million people voted in favor of the Bangsamoro Organic Law.
Local gov’t career worker is DILG’s new undersecretary
Rappler, January 16, 2019
The only woman Undersecretary at the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Marivel Sacendoncillo has decades of experience in the field of local governance.
Rappler, January 16, 2019
The only woman Undersecretary at the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Marivel Sacendoncillo has decades of experience in the field of local governance.
Virtual applause roars for Marikina City evacuation work, modular tents
Inquirer.Net, 13 August 2018
Marikina's modular tents which house evacuees due to massive flooding gained attention and praises from netizens.
Inquirer.Net, 13 August 2018
Marikina's modular tents which house evacuees due to massive flooding gained attention and praises from netizens.
Dumaguete named Best Place to Retire in the PHL for 2018
GMA News, 08 August 2018
The Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) has named Dumaguete City as the best place to retire in the Philippines for 2018.
GMA News, 08 August 2018
The Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) has named Dumaguete City as the best place to retire in the Philippines for 2018.
MILF faces tremendous challenge on governance, says UP Prof
ABS-CBN News, 06 August 2018
The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) faces a tremendous challenge in showing its capability to run a government, a professor on Islamic Studies said Monday.
ABS-CBN News, 06 August 2018
The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) faces a tremendous challenge in showing its capability to run a government, a professor on Islamic Studies said Monday.
Taytay creek is water rehab model for Southeast Asia
Rappler, 02 August 2018
After the rehabilitation of the Maningning Creek in Taytay, Rizal, it now serves as a model for the rehabilitation of waterways, a model to be replicated to save other creeks and rivers in other ASEAN countries.
Rappler, 02 August 2018
After the rehabilitation of the Maningning Creek in Taytay, Rizal, it now serves as a model for the rehabilitation of waterways, a model to be replicated to save other creeks and rivers in other ASEAN countries.
Naga to equip PUV drivers with first aid skills
Rappler, 01 August 2018
A new ordinance in this city in the Bicol region will train drivers of jeepneys, trimobiles, padyak, and e-trikes to become first aid responders during road crashes.
Rappler, 01 August 2018
A new ordinance in this city in the Bicol region will train drivers of jeepneys, trimobiles, padyak, and e-trikes to become first aid responders during road crashes.
Towns to vote on inclusion of their barangays in Bangsamoro
MindaNews, 30 July 2018
Barangays outside of the core territory of the Bangsamoro that are proposed for inclusion in the Bangsamoro in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) will become part of the new political entity if the municipalities to which they now belong will vote in favor of the law creating such region, an official explained on Monday.
MindaNews, 30 July 2018
Barangays outside of the core territory of the Bangsamoro that are proposed for inclusion in the Bangsamoro in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) will become part of the new political entity if the municipalities to which they now belong will vote in favor of the law creating such region, an official explained on Monday.
Moro people urged to register to ensure ratification of Bangsamoro law
MindaNews, 29 July 2018
Moro people of voting age should register with the Commission on Elections to boost the chances of ratification of the Organic Law for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao during the plebiscite, Engr. Aida Soliwan of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front’s social welfare committee said.
MindaNews, 29 July 2018
Moro people of voting age should register with the Commission on Elections to boost the chances of ratification of the Organic Law for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao during the plebiscite, Engr. Aida Soliwan of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front’s social welfare committee said.
Palace to spend up to P90M for federalism information campaign
GMA News Online, 26 July 2018
Malacañang has formed an inter-agency task force that would conduct a nationwide information dissemination campaign about President Rodrigo Duterte’s push for a federal form of government.
GMA News Online, 26 July 2018
Malacañang has formed an inter-agency task force that would conduct a nationwide information dissemination campaign about President Rodrigo Duterte’s push for a federal form of government.
Duterte signs Bangsamoro Organic Law
The Philippine Star, 26 July 2017
President Rodrigo Duterte has signed the Bangsamoro Organic Law, Malacañang confirmed Thursday. The president first announced the signing of BOL during the 69th anniversary of Ipil, a town in Zamboanga Sibugay, at about 5:13 p.m. Thursday.
The Philippine Star, 26 July 2017
President Rodrigo Duterte has signed the Bangsamoro Organic Law, Malacañang confirmed Thursday. The president first announced the signing of BOL during the 69th anniversary of Ipil, a town in Zamboanga Sibugay, at about 5:13 p.m. Thursday.
Año: LGUs support localized peace talks
Inquirer.Net, 19 July 2018
Various local government units have expressed their support for the holding of localized peace talks, according to Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Eduardo Año.
Inquirer.Net, 19 July 2018
Various local government units have expressed their support for the holding of localized peace talks, according to Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Eduardo Año.
De Lima proposes system for LGUs to aid PWDs
Manila Bulletin, 18 July 2018
Senator De Lima urged local officials to train enough emergency service providers who can assist family members of the PWD community in times of man-made or natural disasters.
Manila Bulletin, 18 July 2018
Senator De Lima urged local officials to train enough emergency service providers who can assist family members of the PWD community in times of man-made or natural disasters.
Bicam OKs final Bangsamoro bill for Duterte signature
Rappler, 18 July 2018
The bicameral conference committee finalized on Wednesday, July 18, the bill that would establish and grant greater autonomy to a new Bangsamoro region.
Rappler, 18 July 2018
The bicameral conference committee finalized on Wednesday, July 18, the bill that would establish and grant greater autonomy to a new Bangsamoro region.
Creation of federal gov't estimated to cost P55B -Manasan
Manila Bulletin, 17 July 2018
The creation of a federal government is estimated to cost P55 billion and would mean more taxes from Filipino citizens, Dr. Rosario Manasan of the Philippine Institute of Development Studies (PIDS) told the Senate constitutional amendments and revision of codes said Tuesday.
Manila Bulletin, 17 July 2018
The creation of a federal government is estimated to cost P55 billion and would mean more taxes from Filipino citizens, Dr. Rosario Manasan of the Philippine Institute of Development Studies (PIDS) told the Senate constitutional amendments and revision of codes said Tuesday.
Supreme Court: LGU shares shall be sourced from all national taxes
Rappler, 04 July 2018
The Supreme Court (SC) announced on Wednesday, July 4, its ruling that the “just share” of local government units shall be sourced from “all national taxes and not only national internal revenue taxes.”
Rappler, 04 July 2018
The Supreme Court (SC) announced on Wednesday, July 4, its ruling that the “just share” of local government units shall be sourced from “all national taxes and not only national internal revenue taxes.”
PH still far from becoming PWD-inclusive -- UP study
Rappler, 25 June 2018
Only 60 percent of local government units have a Persons with Disability Office (PDAO), according to a study by the UP Center for Local and Regional Governance (UP CLRG) on persons with disability (PWD) inclusion in the Philippines.
Rappler, 25 June 2018
Only 60 percent of local government units have a Persons with Disability Office (PDAO), according to a study by the UP Center for Local and Regional Governance (UP CLRG) on persons with disability (PWD) inclusion in the Philippines.
DILG: More than 300,000 SK officials finish mandatory training
MSN, 25 May 2018
In an effort to prepare and capacitate newly-elected youth leaders, around 335,600 Sangguniang Kabataan officials have completed their nationwide mandatory training nearly two weeks after the 2018 barangay and SK elections, the Department of the Interior and Local Government said Friday.
MSN, 25 May 2018
In an effort to prepare and capacitate newly-elected youth leaders, around 335,600 Sangguniang Kabataan officials have completed their nationwide mandatory training nearly two weeks after the 2018 barangay and SK elections, the Department of the Interior and Local Government said Friday.