Joroan, Tiwi Albay


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nice shots RR..:banana:

may nailing palan akong bagong kaunan na arog kan balay cena una. pangaran nya CASA DE BUELA. harong man ito na pigconvert into restaurant. located sa may vinzons st., arani sa ALECO.

sa may Garcia's Lechon ini pading RR? su kataning kan Geen Palm?Kamusta man? is the food any good?

madagdag man tabi ako... ta nalilingawan nindo tabi... bat duman ako pirmi nagkakaon.

Legazpi food court - Duman baga an sa ma may pinag labanan. su may gakulon bagang ilaw.
Tso' Logs - Su may pansit na puro tubig.

taking note of that pading oasnun. kamusta? nakaunabi ka bagang mauli ka? mag dara kang kodak iyo padi? tibaad makauli man ako ngunyang semana. mapuropicture man ako ki mga developments and cultural sites.

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Oni pa tabi Pading Romy:

Masaflora - dai na nindo siguro aram na ini ta suanoy na talaga

Chackoy - igwa pa akong nabakal kaini pag uli ko kan holy week; looks like biniribid made of flour and fried like doughnut.

Kiss Me - siguro igwa pa kaini sa Daraga. It looks like two mayon volcanoes kissing each other's bottom. Taste's like mamon at Kenny Rogers. :lol:

Pancho - taste is similar to Kiss me

Pie Tikoy it's not your usual tikoy during Chinese New year but shaped like a mamon and also tastes like Kiss Me


Iyo man nanggad adi?! thank you for the suggestions pading gary, I'm taking note of everybody's referrals for reference of others reading the thread.Mga padi keep it coming tanganing mas comprehensive an features ta kan Albay Culture.[/QUOTE]

Hesus pading gary,biyo ako nangapotan sa mga partidarios ko. suanoy man nangad padi. an kiss me rumdom ko,su may diitun na mantikilya sa tahaw.

Magayon palan ang simbahan kang Oas. I like the ceiling details. :okay:

taking note of that pading oasnun. kamusta? nakaunabi ka bagang mauli ka? mag dara kang kodak iyo padi? tibaad makauli man ako ngunyang semana. mapuropicture man ako ki mga developments and cultural sites.

Iyo tabi pading romy.. magayunon baga ang mga post mo.. baku man ako kodak, canon ako.. hehehe

sa may Garcia's Lechon ini pading RR? su kataning kan Geen Palm?Kamusta man? is the food any good?

hampang padi. dai ko man nalaog pa ta nagagi man sana ako ta nasugo ako magbayad sa ALECO ni may buda ni pay.

wow..look at that..ang lapit lang ng rice paddies sa dagat...bihira lang baga ang arog kaan..

sa Bacacay baga pading brandon, iyo man ang mga kabasan arani man sa dagat.

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hampang padi. dai ko man nalaog pa ta nagagi man sana ako ta nasugo ako magbayad sa ALECO ni may buda ni pay.

Gari nahiling ko na ini. We passed by the area last Good Friday when we joined the procession. :okay:

wow..look at that..ang lapit lang ng rice paddies sa dagat...bihira lang baga ang arog kaan..

Correct ka dyan pading brandon,that's what i notice also in other places in albay especiallly in sorsogon. I asked someone in the Dept. of Agriculture about it,it seems that the rice variety we use in albay can tolerate the salinity of the soil by the beaches. wonderful.kaya progresibo kitang marhay.

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;37211334']Magayon palan ang simbahan kang Oas. I like the ceiling details. :okay:

hehe.. thanks Dx..

Joroan, Tiwi Albay


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Magayunun padi... kung igwa kita ki white sand, black sand, asin brown sand, sa tiwi, igwa pa ki beach na puro bato.

due to insistent public demand...Uni na naman kita..


Albayano Ka Kung:
( Edited with Forum Contributions)
Segun sa pangyari kay Pading Romy

"Pag may nasabat na magayon na babaye,titatsaran mo tulos maski muya mo man.

an pirmi mo narereparo an dungo kung marayrahay o bisngagun.

an snack mo pirmi baduya sa may Digitel, pan de agua kan Albay Bakery kun bako pansit Palamigan.

midbid mo gabos na bua asin bakla sa Penaranda buda Rizal park
nangiturog ka na sa sobrang kabuyungan sa maski sain na park as mentioned above

nagdate ka na at any one time sa Cagsawa, Legazpi Airport asin Imelda Park
aram mo kun sain an Lover's lane,Tago-tago,Lady anne,Azzy's asin pati Blue note
aram mo man na ang lady anne dating melon patch
nakakaon ka na ki tapsilog sa penaranda eatery buda kay Tia Bita
Midbid mo si Piday.lalo na kun may discount ka.

Nagpaupaw ka at any one time kay Jun Homilliano o D'saint buda may pantalon o polo ka pang Marantz.nakapatahi ka naman ki ambell ki Ronald’s buda pang P.E. kay Jimbee buda Custombuilt
ang apod mo sa LCC..department store man giraray,maski mall na iyan.

NakapaKodak ka na ki Frank’s sa may bombero kan albay buda Ely’s sa legazpi.
Nakasine ka na sa Joya Preciosa na pirmi may bomba. Elta,Plaza, El Vic,Lola buda Rex.
Aram mo pati na may siripan sa Rex sa CR kan babae.
Nabiktima ka na ni Aranas sa maski anong sinehan na ini.

Nakaarkela ka na ki Betamax sa J&B,King’s buda Royal.
Midbid mo si Afidel, na buhay pa buda si Tato na erak kan dyos, gadan na.

Nakabulang ka na sa Gallera buda sa Maroroy,midbid mo si Chiki na para itso.
An makukusog na pustadores si Gov…tik buda si Don Facundo na pag minapusta..
Siento dyes…bako mil…siento dyes.. pesos

Nakapa limpya ka na ki kuko ki gay na itsurang kalag man giraray
Nakapaupaw ka na sa Daraga kay Payoyoy.
Nakaarkila ka na ki barong buda pang cotilyon kay Willi de Legazpi.

Sa eswelahan, dai ka matabil ki bikol ta tios ka na ngani…may multa pa.

Nakasakay ka na sa st.jude,cagsawa asin jb line.
Tambay ka pirmi sa La Mia almost maghapon,an order mo kape man sana.
Nagkailusyon ka,nagkacrush,nakaagum ka ki Agnesian o hanggang ngunyan, iyo an dreamgirl mo.

nakasimba ka na sa St.Jude ipinangadyi su Agnesian.nakaatendir ki reception ki bunyag sa Four Season's buda lubong sa Bicol Memorial Park.

aram mo ang ibig sabihon kan redentor,kararaw, lagikray,talaud buda kalabidong.
aram mo an pagkakaiba kan urabang sa kuyog.
ang apod mo sa sneakers..tennis.sa sandals..step-in. buda sa tsinelas..kun bako spartan, sipit-sipit.
dai mo man giraray ma-translate sa tagalog an samod buda sigid.
pag buminakal kang suwa sa manila,suha an titaram mo,kaya an titao..lukban.

an apod ma sa singwenta sentimos, salapi.sa bente singko,bengkong.
pag minatagalog ka pirmi may sala, arug kan: " Nang tumuga yung mayon,grabe ruab namin." "yugon mo yun"?

Nakanamit ka na ki nilupak,palusag na lubi-lubi buda pinakro na kamoteng kahoy.Tinutungan na native na manok sa tapayas,binutong,pinuso,kinunot na page buda gulay na langka na may haniit na maarang arang ta may lada na sambalas.

tapos maski anong guibon mo nagalaway ka pag kaunon na albayano ang iristoryahan!

Albayano ka Padi! Albayano kang Tunay.

Ilaag mo padi duman si Wangyu, so parabukod ki nakaputing estudyante arog kan nursing tapos rirapas ang bitis ki sigid

Magayunun padi... kung igwa kita ki white sand, black sand, asin brown sand, sa tiwi, igwa pa ki beach na puro bato.

kumpletos rekados baga ang Albay, kaya masain ka pa?

sa may Garcia's Lechon ini pading RR? su kataning kan Geen Palm?Kamusta man? is the food any good?

Kun siring, bako palan ini su nailing ko duman sa Vinzons. Su pigsabi ko an location su harong na nasa kanto kan Vinzons buda kan tinampo pasiring sa Aleco. Nalingawan ko na su street name. :bash:

kumpletos rekados baga ang Albay, kaya masain ka pa?

ugwa baga dyan sa A.Firaza Concrete products.igawa sinda dyan ki semento, graba asin balustre...hehehe. rumdom mo ining patalastas padi? :lol: noted on wangyu:nuts:

Sorry Oasnun, last holy week my family and I had a vicita iglesias, we started from Ligao ang ended in Joroan. when I saw the picture of Oas Church I was ashamed of myself bcoz i skip Oas for the reason that it is too far already from where we live. base on the picture i can say that it is one of the beautiful churches of Albay. pigmamawot ko ang saimong pagpasensya sa nagibo ko. sa masunod na taon talagang dudumanon mi na ang Oas.

ugwa baga dyan sa A.Firaza Concrete products.igawa sinda dyan ki semento, graba asin balustre...hehehe. rumdom mo ining patalastas padi? :lol: noted on wangyu:nuts:

iyo baga halos pirmi mi an nakasalang sa patalastas sa radyo


igwa pa baga padi so Ideal Enterprises, iyo iyan ang kasabay sabay pirmi kan Firaza concrete product

ugwa baga dyan sa A.Firaza Concrete products.igawa sinda dyan ki semento, graba asin balustre...hehehe. rumdom mo ining patalastas padi? :lol: noted on wangyu:nuts:

Haha, pirmi ko ini nadadangog sa DZGB pero nunca ko pa nailing kung sain ang A. Firaza Concrete Products na an. :lol: Dai ko na tanda si wangyu, pero si Sabrit iyo. :lol:

Sorry Oasnun, last holy week my family and I had a vicita iglesias, we started from Ligao ang ended in Joroan. when I saw the picture of Oas Church I was ashamed of myself bcoz i skip Oas for the reason that it is too far already from where we live. base on the picture i can say that it is one of the beautiful churches of Albay. pigmamawot ko ang saimong pagpasensya sa nagibo ko. sa masunod na taon talagang dudumanon mi na ang Oas.

It's beautiful, isn't it? Although the facade of the main church building has already been renovated (bagong paletada), the walls inside the church still retain the old clay bricks. :okay: I also like the very simple but elegant altar.

ugwa baga dyan sa A.Firaza Concrete products.igawa sinda dyan ki semento, graba asin balustre...hehehe. rumdom mo ining patalastas padi? :lol: noted on wangyu:nuts:

:lol::lol::lol: Makarawunon ka pading romy!

Magapuon ang beach sa tiwi? ok man ang magapu pero dapat su makinis bagang mga bato sana...pwedeng panghilod...:)

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It's beautiful, isn't it? Although the facade of the main church building has already been renovated (bagong paletada), the walls inside the church still retain the old clay bricks. :okay: I also like the very simple but elegant altar.

Kaito panu mga padi, an estorya kan ampang kang simbahan na an, pirming nagagaba kan delubyo. kaya pigtarabangan kan mga taga oas na mapakarhay an ampang kan simbahan, pig renovate ninda. kaso dai na talaga maibabalik su dating porma kan lumang simbahan kaya guinibuhan na sana ki bagong design.

;37212106']Haha, pirmi ko ini nadadangog sa DZGB pero nunca ko pa nailing kung sain ang A. Firaza Concrete Products na an. :lol: Dai ko na tanda si wangyu, pero si Sabrit iyo. :lol:



It's beautiful, isn't it? Although the facade of the main church building has already been renovated (bagong paletada), the walls inside the church still retain the old clay bricks. :okay: I also like the very simple but elegant altar.

pading dex, si wangyu baga so garo intsik na maniwang na pirmi nakaubang pang itaas. ang tambayan kayan sa may JB line terminal kaito kahampang kan Lola theatre wunyan LCC na.


your right pading dex. the church is so elegant. the interior is beatiful.

:lol::lol::lol: Makarawunon ka pading romy!

Magapuon ang beach sa tiwi? ok man ang magapu pero dapat su makinis bagang mga bato sana...pwedeng panghilod...:)

ang gapo jan pading brandon so pigaapod na LAGIT. makinis, maputi. piggagamit ang gapo dyan sa landscaping.

;37212106']Haha, pirmi ko ini nadadangog sa DZGB pero nunca ko pa nailing kung sain ang A. Firaza Concrete Products na an. :lol: Dai ko na tanda si wangyu, pero si Sabrit iyo. :lol:

Takot ako kaiyan kay sabrit padi.binukod ako kaiyan kaito.

It's beautiful, isn't it? Although the facade of the main church building has already been renovated (bagong paletada), the walls inside the church still retain the old clay bricks. :okay: I also like the very simple but elegant altar.

Ang napapansin ko, In the Philippines as in Albay, we give due emphasis to churches and other "grand structures". I never heard of any Chapel or any Worship house conservation effort. never is there any feature on such enigmatic places of worship. Do you guys have any pics of old chapels in the Philippines or Albay?

[QUOTE=Brandon32;37212118]:lol::lol::lol: Makarawunon ka pading romy!

much obliged padi.marhay na daa baga an pirmi nag-uulok maski an tulak nagbuburok-budok.:lol:

ang gapo jan pading brandon so pigaapod na LAGIT. makinis, maputi. piggagamit ang gapo dyan sa landscaping.

Pading RR,

iba man daw an aram kong lagit...makinis man.:pepper::wink2:

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Saen Tabi ining lugar RR? Did you took this pics yourself?

Ang napapansin ko, In the Philippines as in Albay, we give due emphasis to churches and other "grand structures". I never heard of any Chapel or any Worship house conservation effort. never is there any feature on such enigmatic places of worship. Do you guys have any pics of old chapels in the Philippines or Albay? lol:

bayi sana tabi pading Romy ta picturan ko su Chapel mi sa Baranggay mi. magayunon ito tabi pading romy. pareho kan simbahan kan Fatima sa may tahao Rd. si uncle kung June ang arkitekto kaito.

Saen Tabi ining lugar RR? Did you took this pics yourself?

Sa Joroan, Tiwi Albay. I Took that last Saturday when i went to Joroan to pay homage to the Patroness of Albay, Nuestra Señora de Salvacion.

Pading RR,

iba man daw an aram kong lagit...makinis man.:pepper::wink2:

Romy Diaz ka talaga Padi!:nono:

makinis talaga and mga bato dyan sa Tiwi. kaso makatakot mag duri dive ta tibabaad baga tumama ang lamayu mo sa gapo, dyu na ikang nagkatirigbak. pero magayun mag durudate duman.

bayi sana tabi pading Romy ta picturan ko su Chapel mi sa Baranggay mi. magayunon ito tabi pading romy. pareho kan simbahan kan Fatima sa may tahao Rd. si uncle kung June ang arkitekto kaito.

sige daw pading oasnun. I hope someone makes a coffee table photobook of these chapels so that we may be able to better appreciate the rich cultural history of faith in Albay. magayunun baga pailingun an mga pastoral settings sa mga photo compositions.

^^ dapat siguro ipadagos kan mga albayano ang mga arkitekturang iyan kan mga simbahan dati...made of blocks of rock/s...kasi typhoon proof sya eh...hilinga nindo sa batanes baga,although dai pa ako nakakaduman pero sa mga nahihiling kong mga pictures, typhoon proof ang mga harong ninda...digdi baga satuya hiling ng agihan ki bagyo kadaklan nipa pa man giraray ang mga harong...pwede man siguro magibuhan ning design na maski puro gapu ang harong pero mapresko pa man giraray, diba....

Dex have you heard something about Playa de Conde de Leon Resort in 3rd district?

Iyo man nanggad adi?! thank you for the suggestions pading gary, I'm taking note of everybody's referrals for reference of others reading the thread.Mga padi keep it coming tanganing mas comprehensive an features ta kan Albay Culture.


Pading Romy, I don't know if you already got to visit it, but somewhere in the past threads I wrote two nostalgia articles where I described what Legazpi looked like in the fifties and sixties. If I'm not mistaken its on pages 403 and 428. Visit the Legazpi compiled threads if you haven't.

:lol:"nang tumuga ang mayon,grabe ruab namin" "yugon mo yun!" -hahaha:lol::lol:

sige ko ang kakaulok kaini pading romy!!:lol::lol:

Pading Romy, I don't know if you already got to visit it, but somewhere in the past threads I wrote two nostalgia articles where I described what Legazpi looked like in the fifties and sixties. If I'm not mistaken its on pages 403 and 428. Visit the Legazpi compiled threads if you haven't.

:) Here they are:

This is for Legazpi Gen X’ers and Gen Y’ers, from a baby boomer’s recollection of what Legazpi City looked like during the 50s, 60s and early 70s. It’s nice to reminisce the good old days, when problems were simple no matter how complicated. I have had a lot of free time today to compose this long article. Read it if you also have some free time.

OLD ALBAY: A VERY PEACEFUL COMMUNITY AND SEAT OF GOVERNMENT

I will start with Old Albay District where I grew up. Old Albay was a very peaceful community, very laid back where commercial activity was almost nil. The district was regarded as the seat of government because this is where the Albay Provincial Capitol and the Legazpi City Hall were located. Otherwise, it was mostly residential. During the fifties, Washington Drive was still predominantly ricefield up to until the late sixties. The airport terminal was located at the other side of the runway at the side of Lignon Hill. Philippine Airlines had daily flights from Manila using WWII vintage DC-3 planes. The old City Hall was the building in front of Locsin Park, which is now occupied by the Police department. The mayor during the fifties was Ramon Arnaldo, which if I remember right in the previous threads, is Dex’s great grandfather! I couldn’t remember Mayor Arnaldo’s projects because I was too young then. But it was during his time when Balintawak St., where I lived, was asphalted. It was previously macadam. When Mayor Luis Los Banos (I think he is related to Hawaiiano) took over from Mayor Arnaldo, he had very many projects. He was instrumental in building the new City Hall that we have now. This was in the early-sixties. This new City Hall building was previously the site of the former Bicol Regional School of Arts and Trades (or BRSAT). BRSAT was transferred to a new site near the Reagan Barracks and was later to become the College of Engineering of the proposed Bicol University. The old BRSAT building was renovated and converted as the new City Hall. Also at this time, Mayor Los Banos was also building the Legazpi City Supermarket in the Port District. This supermarket got burned in the late seventies I believe. It was also during the time of Mayor Los Banos in the mid-sixties when the present Rizal Park in front of St. Raphael’ s Church was first renovated. The designs of both building projects were done by Architect Ever Napay who I think was the City Architect at that time. I do not remember if he is still alive, but I know his eldest son Titoy. We were neighbors at Balintawak St. Architect Napay was also a musician where he had his own marching band that plays during parades on Independence Day. I cannot remember any impact projects done by Mayor Goyito Imperial. He was elected Mayor in 1967.

PENARANDA PARK

Penaranda Park was devoid of those humongous concrete structures that we now see. A great expanse of the park was planted to carabao grass and it was surrounded with big trees, so pleasing to the eye. The only concrete big structures were the Liberty Bell, and the Penaranda Monument. There were benches around the park that were under trellises with yellow bells and garlic vines clinging on it. The trees could have been preserved. They could have just provided the park with those bright lights, so the greeneries are more defined and more pleasing and refreshing. Penaranda Park was also the favorite hang-out of the district’s famous village characters - Tinoy and Sabrit.

LOCSIN PARK: ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

Locsin Park was a center of activities. During elections, candidates hold their miting de avance here. Often, the big companies selling consumer products like, Coke, Tide, Purico, Eveready, Tanduay, Chelsea, etc., would have free movies (most of them western) in the evenings. During summer, the Legazpi Jaycees would hold their eagerly awaited annual basketball tournament in the park. This is where Bogs Adornado started as a “commercial” player, suiting up with the Oro Knights from Oro Site, Legazpi Port. The other big teams were the Legazpi Hornets, Royal Albayano Youth or RAY and the Royal Night Hawks (RNH) of Sagpon.

LICEO DE ALBAY

In the early sixties, Divine Word College, then known as Liceo de Albay, was purchased by the SVD from the Diocese of Legazpi. The SVD fathers under Fr. Joseph Bates, initially constructed a modern three-storey building after they took over. A second large wing was constructed during the school year 1964-65 and was finished by the end of the school year. The high school students of Liceo, helped in the construction by making hollow blocks during their Vocational subjects. Fr. Bates, would then treat them to free coke and siopao after class. Because of this, the students always looked forward to their vocational classes. Fr. Bates was very generous to his students. There were only about 400 high school students then in Liceo, and every Chirstmas, he had a gift for everyone. He gave each one a package of goodies which includes an apple, peanuts, lots of candies and balloons during the last day of school before the Christmas break. Mababaw lang ang kaligayan ng mga bata noon. Starting the school year 1965-66, the name of Liceo de Albay was changed to Divine Word College when the school started to offer college courses. College level became co-educational while the high school remained exclusive for boys. College occupied the third floor of the building. The following school year, another wing was constructed and the grade school was opened. If DWC eventually becomes a university, I would love to see it go back to its old name – “Liceo de Albay” University. Just like, when DWC-Tagbilaran was elevated to university status, they adapted its old name – “Holy Name” University.

RESTAURANTS

During the fifties, restaurants in Old Albay was practically non-esistent unlike today where the better eating places in the city are now in Albay. Government employees would go home to their houses for lunch. It will only take you 10 minutes to go home to your house in Legazpi Port or Daraga. In the sixties though, there was a couple of new restaurants that opened. There was Cherryl’s Restaurant at the building beside DWC where Graceland – Old Albay used to be located. Then there was Celebrity Restaurant at the back of DWC which was opened sometime in the late sixties by Architect Panks Calleja, the brother of Board Member Oste’. It was pretty classy. Also on or about 1969 or 1970, the first branch of Kentucky Fried Chicken was opened near the front Quezon Academy later renamed Francisco Munoz Academy. The Quezon Academy site is now occupied by STI-Legazpi. The Kentucky store was owned by the Alvarez family.
The building where Biggs is now, used to be a large duplex apartment. One door was occupied by the family of Atty. Rafael Triunfante the Dean of the College of Law of Legazpi College and for a time also of Bicol College. He is the father of Mayor Ching of Daraga. I believe, this is where Mayor Ching spent his childhood. The building beside it was the Albay Bible School which is also now a restaurant row. This building used to be the Milwaukee Hospital before the war. At the back of the Albay Capitol was the big residential house owned by American Protestant missionaries who run the Albay Bible School. The lot where Jollibee-Albay is located, was part of the Albay Evangelical Church. For a time, this was used by the high school boys of Liceo de Albay for their gardening subject.

SAGPON, ALBAY

You don’t hear people say Sagpon, Legazpi City. It has always been Sagpon, Albay. The Ago Hospital is already part of Sagpon. Before reaching Albay High School, the main landmark was Buban’s where you can taste the best halo-halo in the city. The huge government complex in Sagpon where Bicol University is, housed the Albay High School, the Governor’s Mansion, the Albay Normal School and the Quirino Stadium. I guess part of Albay Normal is already part of Daraga. Quirino Stadium was built in 1950-51 when Legazpi hosted the National Interscholastic Meet. I hope our government officials will do something to renovate the stadium and transform it into a word class sports facility with tartan tracks oval. There was also an Olympic size swimming pool at the back of the Quirino Grandstand.

AH TONG’S BAKERY AND GROCERY

Undoubtedly, the most popular commercial establishment in Albay during that time (50’s and 60’s) was Ah-Tong’s Bakery and Grocery right at the back of Locsin Park. Albayanos troop to Ah-Tong’s every morning to buy pandesal, pan de agua, pan ramon, pan de coco and tolindoy. In the afternoon the most popular would be the giniris and galletas. The owner was popularly known as “Ah-Ching” a pure Chinese from Amoy who’s married to a Filipina whom we call Tiyang Pinya. This is the complete store where you can buy everything, from bread to groceries, clothes, school supplies, beauty products, laundry soap, hardware (nails, wires, rope, fluorescent lamps) etc. Name it and Ah-tong has it. This is the equivalent of your modern day supermarket masquerading as a sari-sari store. This building is now occupied by a 24/7 convenience store and South Star Drug if I’m not mistaken.

RADIO STATIONS

Three radio stations were located in Albay District. DZAL, the second radio station to open after DZGB, was broadcasting from a small building owned by the Napals at the corner of Rizal St and Maria Clara. DZAL later transferred to its own building in Pacita Subdivision at the back of Albay Central School after it was bought by Kanlaon Broadcasting System from Mayon Broadcasting System. DZRC, owned by the Cea’s of Camarines Sur was broadcasting from its own building in Washington Drive. DWZR owned by Hernie Baldo, was located at Teocson Bldg in Sagpon. In the late sixties, DZBL of ABS-CBN started operations in its own building in Cabangan in front of the gate of Vel-Amor Subdivision. DZGB, of George Bayona, originally broadcasted from the building near the pier in the fifties known then as Bicol Wire Broadcasting System (BWBS). To tune in to their broadcast, you have to subscribe to them so you get connected via cable just like your cable TV now. It transferred later to its own building in Imperial Court in the sixties. DZGB also operated DZGM as a pure music station, much like the FM stations now. DZGB’s popular announcers (DJ was a name not used then) were Johhny Victoria (who later became a Councilor), Nellie Laguilles and Lolo Ibon. DZAL had Tony Bataller and Nes Gapayao while DZRC had Dick Arnedo and Grace Azupardo. Dick Arnedo transferred later to ABS-CBN with Jimmy Po Alanis. The Diocese of Legazpi also operated a radio station at the compound of St. Raphael Church. All these radio stations were on AM band. There was no FM then.

O, pa'no ta mapaaram na ngona ako ta alabaon na baga iniong pigparasurat ko. Aloy-aloy man ako ki karoromdom kan gabos na ini-o. Nom, ta natapos ko man baga! Sa masunod, mapasiring naman kita sa Legazpi Port kung gusto pa nindo. Dakulon pa akong naroromdoman diyan kaito sa Legazpi. Magturuparan guiraray kita makalihis ki mga sarong bulanon man sana.

Dios mabalos tabi.

Just in time for the new thread, how about some nostalgia for a change. As promised, here are some recollections of how Legazpi Port looked like during the fifties and sixties up to the early seventies. These were the years of the hippie Baby Boomers, especially the sixties. Life was simple then but started to become complicated in the very late sixties and seventies. Now you can compare the Legazpi City before and what we now have.

SHOPPING

The city was already vibrant and progressive and was full of life during the fifties and sixties. At least as far as were concerned then. We had our own share of fun and "happenings" (or “gimik” to you in today’s lingo).

During the time when malls were yet unheard of, shopping means going to Legazpi Port in the area surrounding the crossing of Penaranda and Rizal Streets. The Los Banos Bldgs (or PVLB), and the Stilianopolous Buildings were the places to go. Along Rizal St., the Stilianopolous Bldg had Bombay Silk Store and Shoes Department. Further to the corner of Quezon Avenue was Dito Grocery, which later became Ellen’s Grocery, where we buy our imported , chocolates, delicatessen and cold cuts. There were other stores in this building (a hardware store for one) whose names I can no longer remember. Maybe some of them are still there. There was another Stilianopolous Bldg on Rizal St. cor Penaranda, where the Mayon Hotel was located. Mayon Hotel in the 50s and 60s was considered first class where visiting VIPs and celebrities like movie stars and national politicians are billeted. Also along Rizal St. near the corner of Penaranda was Ever Bazar Department Store. Then we had the Eden Hotel farther eastward, the forerunner of Hotel La Trinidad after it was purchased by the Candanos from Dr. Ago in the early seventies. Eden Hotel had duckpin bowling lanes at the ground floor. La Trinidad was considered first class then since it also included a classy movie theatre, a music lounge, a shopping arcade, a ballroom, and a bank (Far East Bank) at the ground floor.

ENTERTAINMENT AND SOCIAL SCENE

The major form of entertainment during the period were the movies. In front of Bombay Silk Store was Cine Najar where new Tagalog movies are shown. Movies showing changes every week on a double program basis with the newly released movie as the main feature while the double feature is a third run movie, meaning it has been shown years back. Najar was not air-conditioned and it had wooden seats in both its orchestra and balcony sections. This theatre was later sold by the Najars to the Madrids of Daraga in the late sixties and was given a new name, Belen Theatre. This former theater is now part of LCC. Beside Cine Najar was the Golden Dragon Restaurant, one of the more expensive Chinese restaurants then. At the end of Rizal street going to Pigcale, were the imposing PNB Bldg., the Legazpi Chinese School (which we call Chinese Chamber), and the Philamlife Bldg. At the top of Philamlife was the Philam Auditorium where important occasions are held like conventions and balls. This is where the civic associations and social clubs hold their annual social events like those of the Jaycees, Lions and Rotary. Youth organizations like the Albay Clique, Yearlings and the Fil-Chi Association also hold their annual social events at Philam Auditorium. The Fil-Chi is an association of Filipino and Chinese youth, while the Yearlings is an association of college students, most of them studying in Manila. They meet and socialize during school breaks. The Albay Clique on the other hand is an association of young professionals many of them former members of the Yearlings.

On Penaranda Street, coming from the DBP building, the first main establishment was Lola Theatre, the first airconditioned theatre in Legazpi and in Bicol owned by the Los Banoses. It opened sometime in 1964 and the first movie to be shown was The Sound of Music. Beside it was a first class cocktail lounge called El Casino whose site is also now part of LCC Supermarket. At the ground floor of El Casino was a bowling lanes. In front of it on the other side of the road, also on PVLB Bldg, was the New Eastern Restaurant at the ground floor, another favorite Chinese resto. Beside it was Ileto’s, the modista of the rich people of the city. The third floor was occupied by radio station DZAA. While the second floor was occupied by medical clinics and law offices of known practictioners, like Dr. Roces, Dr. Martinez, Dr. Sallan (dentist), Dr. Baylon, Atty. Madrid, Atty. Regino, to name a few . At the other side of Penaranda going to St. Raphael church was another building owned by the Los Banoses. There was the Rex Theatre on it. Before Lola Theatre was built, Rex Theatre was the “first run” theatre of the city during the fifties together with Plaza Theatre in Daraga owned by the Baylons. Beside Rex Theatre on its right is Xandra Hotel owned by the Miguel family. I understand of our forumers here is a member of that family. At the ground floor of Xandra Hotel was Mike’s Oakroom, a resto-bar if I am not mistaken.

DINING AND MORE SHOPPING

Beside the Alatco terminal on Penaranda was a record bar called Manly Electronics & Record Bar where we buy our long playing albums and 45s. (I hope you guys know what a 45 means, it’s not a gun ). In front of Xandra Hotel was Saty’s Department Store which was our equivalent of Rustans’ then. Saty’s is owned by Hashu Menghamal whose late eldest son was a classmate and a very good friend of mine. Beside Saty’s was the very famous Legazpi Restaurant (LR) whose pansit and siopao were unbeatable. Until the seventies, LR is the place where politicians, businessmen, senior citizens, among others held court. Starting early morning, they would debate on local and national issues over a cup of coffee until about 10AM. An order of pansit at that time will cost you one peso and one big siopao costs thirty centavos. Also in this area was Mayon Emporium owned by Glenn “Oro” Lee where I used to buy my shoes. Glenn’s family also owned Oro Bazar beside Ever Bazar on Penaranda. For your shoes you either go to Mayon Emporium, Oro Bazar or Ever Bazaar. At the right side of Saty’s was a Soda Fountain – a diner type restaurant (I forgot the name now). This place is now occupied by Graceland. Beside the entrance to the Aquinas old campus was Baccay’s Bookstore where we buy our school and office supplies. Another bookstore and office supplies outlet was Prieto’s Bookstore along Quezon Avenue. The Prietos also owned Josam’s Mart along Rizal St. near the entrance of Imperial Court Subdivision. In front of St. Raphael was where the the Aquinas University school buses parked. They shuttle the students to their new Rawis campus with a fare of 5 centavos one way. All the way to the front of Aquinas campus was a restaurant called Family Kitchenette were they serve the best spare ribs and fried chicken in town. They were also the first to serve hamburger in the city at 60 centavos each. The original Waway’s Kitchenette was located in front of St. Raphael’s Church.
The most popular bakery was Luzon Bakery which is still going strong up to now on Magallanes St. The other popular bakeries were Chong Woo and Superior . I am not sure if the last two are still existing.

At the corner of Quezon Avenue and Rizal St. was the Legazpi City Supermarket. It was built during the incumbency of Mayor Luis Los Banos and was designed by Arch. Ever Napay as previously mentioned in my Nostalgia Part 1. Numerous stores occupied the building but I can only remember 3 of them which were the most popular then. They are the Bicol Souvenirs, Costa’s and Loleng’s Bake Shop famous for its halo-halo. I would love to see the place formerly occupied by the burned supermarket to be converted into a more productive facility, hopefully not another mall. But I understand the Central Terminal is now being constructed here. It should be a friendly terminal both people and environmentally friendly.
Most of these establishments at Legazpi Port were built after the second world war.

TRANSPORTATION

Many of the city roads during the fifties were still macadam particularly in Albay District which were asphalted in the late fifties and early sixties. Although the colorful jeepneys were already present, the most popular mode of transportation on the Daraga-Legazpi route then were the “pick-ups”. If you want to know how these pick-ups look like, they were slightly bigger than the Starex, and with an open back with two seats facing each other like a jeepney. There were, however, two front seats that can seat up to five per seat. In the mid-sixties the Nievas of Camalig brought in the Legazpi Transit with 20 or 25 large buses that plied the Daraga-Legazpi route. Legazpi Transit’s buses were as big as your present large buses that plies the Bicol-Manila trips. This move revolutionized the transportation mode in Legazpi and Daraga. Legazpi Transit also introduced the “Conductoras” instead of the usual male conductors. Then a number of smaller mini-buses followed, the biggest of which was the JCM Transit with about 25 units. They also had their own Conductoras. However, Legazpi Transit’s operations lasted only for about 10 years maybe because the Legazpi – Daraga route cannot sustain yet that kind of transportation mode. JCM and other similar operators of mini buses also did not last that long. The jeepneys came back as king of the road.

In front of Lola Theatre was the Alatco Terminal. Alatco or A.L.Amen Transportation Co. was the biggest bus company in the Bicol Region back then. It was originally owned by an American serviceman but was later sold to the Tuazons. Its main office was in Iriga City. It had two other bus companies in its fold – the Bicol Transportation Company (BITRANCO) and the Consolidated Auto Lines (CAL) with its yellow buses. Later Alatco was sold by the Tuazons to Pantranco (now Philtranco) during the martial law years. The JB Line also used this terminal in the later. The Alatco buses plied mainly the out of town routes to Naga, Sorsogon, Tabaco. It also had one regular bus going to the town of Manito and one bus each assigned to the barrios of Banquerohan, Bagacay and Maslog in Legazpi and to Cawayan a barrio of Manito.

AND MORE HOTELS

Beside the Legazpi PNR station, which was known then as Manila Railroad Company or MRR, was the Shirman Hotel owned by Pepito de la Riva. At the top floor of Shirman Hotel was the swinging Penthouse Club. This is where the vibrant youth of Legazpi and Daraga go discoing in the late 60’s and early 70’s. It was the “in” place then. The combo (or the band as you gene x’ers and gen y’ers call it now) playing then were called The Brown Men. They really play good music then. At the other side of the PNR station was the Ritz Hotel owned by the Pardos. The Ritz Hotel was the venue of the countless Bingo Socials sponsored by some organizations. They call it Bingo “Socials” ta digdi sinda nag sosorosyalan. Further north going to Tabaco was the Al-Bay Hotel owned by Dr. Alberto Baylon. It was really classy when it opened sometime in the late sixties with a movie house. The hotel was constructed by Engr. Gene Andamon and her Architect wife Vicky Domingo. Engr. Andamon also handled the construction of the DWCL buildings in Albay. In Bitano, a large hotel called Bicolandia Hotel was also opened in the sixties. This was near the St. Jude Catholic School. This hotel though did not really caught the fancy of Legazpenos because it was out of the way. Bitano then was basically swamp area. I myself did not get to see this hotel personally. I just saw a glimpse of it from afar with the ubiquitous dome shaped roof of one its buildings.

BANKS

The banks were located mostly in the Port District. We had PNB and DBP who both constructed their respective branches with huge buildings that you still see up to now. Along Rizal St., were BPI, Pacific Bank, Solid Bank, Philippine National Cooperative Bank, Manufacturers’ Bank and the Bicol Development Bank. Along Penaranda was Banco Filipino and Philippine Bank of Commerce which was later absorbed by PCIBank (and now BDO).

SCHOOLS

In the fifties, Aquinas University was then known as Legazpi College owned by Buenaventura de Erquiaga. Aside from its college courses, it also had a high school and grade school offerings. It was later purchased by the Dominicans in the mid sixties and converted it to what it is now. St. Raphael’s Parochial School was operated by the St. Raphaels Parish. It is known now as St. Raphael’s Academy and operated by the RVM sisters. As previously mentioned, the St. Jude Catholic School for Chinese children was located in Bitano.


That’s all folks. Dai na tabi akong maisip. Dex, I know you are waiting for this but it took me time to finish it. Alabaon man pa'no. Sorry, I don't have those old photographs. They were kept in my mom's baul.

Misibis Bay Raintree: Your luxury island playground (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=470634&publicationSubCategoryId=87)
RENDEZVOUS By Christine S. Dayrit Updated May 24, 2009 12:00 AM


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Do I remember more than I have seen or have I seen more than I remember?”

This is the query of the heart of a traveler whose wanderlust once seemed insatiable. Fortunately, a recent trip to Misibis Bay Raintree Resort in Cagraray Island, Albay, Bicol proves there is no need to look any farther than in our own shores.

Once in a while, our senses are arrested by a force, an experience far greater than ourselves. Like a paradigm shift, we stop for a precious moment to look back, evaluate and redirect our lives as we embrace a treasured find — something we have been searching for all these years is now found, in home ground.


My passion for globetrotting has taken me to among the most gratifying havens — elite destinations that belong to the roster of the prestigious “Small Luxury Hotels of the World, ” of which Misibis Bay Raintree is a now distinguished member. My other SLH sojourns include an exhilarating safari to Ngala Private Games Reserve in Kruger National Park in South Africa, idyllic sojourns in Oberoi in Bali and Lombok Island, the grandeur of Chateau Eza in the south of France and Wedmore Place at the Williamsburg Winery in Virginia, among others. These magical journeys may have been privileged vacations but what is far more important is the sublime synergy that these bespoke properties have created with their respective environments.

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Beyond enjoying five-star hospitality, the ultimate in choice offers unique experiences in new corners of the Earth. SLH advocates that whether you are seeking adventure, relaxation, culture or pure unadulterated indulgence, every one of these hotels offers an unforgettable, joyful experience.

My youngest sister Yvonne, her family and our friends are still on cloud nine from our unforgettable weekend where we celebrated her birthday in style in Misibis Bay Raintree. We experienced a picture-perfect scenario of world-class luxury, all- villa accommodations, dynamic interactions with the colossal 30-foot whalesharks, helicopter rides in the rain to take photos of the majestic Mayon Volcano, driving the all-terrain-vehicles around the Legazpi and Cagraray island and very soon a cable car system that will allow one a most scenic view of the Mayon across the Sula channel. As if that wasn’t enough, we savored delectable fiery Bicol cuisine and sumptuous international fare concocted by corporate chef David Pardo de Ayala and executive chef Danilo Gonzales and their team. We were pampered by impeccable service displaying Filipino hospitality at its finest. The synergy and spellbinding energy is simply infectious as each step here is one made in awe and reverence.

The impact on me goes far beyond the superlatives which Misibis Bay Raintree has perfected to the tee — the gorgeous trappings of posh properties, the thread count of their sheets, the density of their mattresses, champagne upon arrival, the finest amenities and mind-boggling spas. There is a far more priceless connection that the soul seeks and finds here. Our very own Misibis Bay Raintree Resort offers a kind of lifestyle that focuses on what is real, exceptional, experiential, individual and authentic. This luxury management icon assures the satisfaction of the most discriminating traveler. This same company under the indefatigable leadership of Annabella Santos-Wisniewski, congenially known as Ms W, and her innovative team also manage the Discovery Suites in Ortigas, Discovery Country Suites in Tagaytay and Discovery Shores in Boracay.

“Perhaps life was not always as easy and privileged,” enthuses gracious resort manager Ian Varona. Nature’s boon is nature’s bane. “If in the past, the Bicol region was often associated with typhoons, volcanic eruptions, cataclysmic earth movements, the fortuitous time has come to appreciate the province for what it has become,” he adds. Even the people of Cagraray who once envied city life and yearned to surrender to urban decadence now realize the beauty and grace of their naturally blessed abode. Inevitably, things look drastically different these days.

Our group, privy to such veracity, arrived in the Legazpi airport where we were warmly welcomed by Marivic Fajardo, Misibis Bay’s marketing communications head at the nearby boutique property Hotel Venezia where one feels as though one is in a lovely boutique hotel in Europe.

From a restful night here, we traveled by van just 40 minutes away on well-paved roads, passing through the most lush and idyllic scenery to Misibis Bay Raintree, where time passes as beautiful as it can be.

Immerse yourself in the immaculately stunning all-villa accommodation with WiFi connection, 24-hour butler service, two delightful restaurants “deLaPlaya”, “Spice Market,” and “Sula” bar. You must try their fabulous version of local cuisine like Angus beef sinigang, boneless crispy pata, laing and Bicol express pizza, chicken inasal and kare-kare. For dessert, try their insanely delicious chocolate cake made from local cocoa. “This is the best chocolate cake in the planet,” we declared in unison. Their turon, made with the sweetest banana and jackfruit, is thickly slathered with leche flan and wrapped in lumpia sheets before being deep fried, then topped with vanilla ice cream. This epicurean feast is created with a twist of nouvelle while retaining the flavors and recipes of yesteryears.

There are also meandering swimming pools allowing relaxing views from the villas, interactive splash zone for children, infinity pool, water sports activities and whatever else you have in mind. You can leave your appointments behind because the only appointment you will need to make is with yourself. Here you will find quality time to commune with your loved ones, with yourself and the God who created it all.

Though Misibis Bay Raintree resort has been situated in the midst of this scenery for a month, it is as if it has always belonged there. The modern design utilizing wood and glass is one that embraces you as your senses come up close and personal with its luxury. The detailed touches — fresh flowers, local rice cakes like palitao, pichi-pichi and inipit with sweet little notes placed by your bedside — create the warmth of home. The resort offers traditional massages that can be given in the privacy of your suite villa. You can soak calmly in flower petal baths or have a soothing foot massage.

A delightful nightcap over refreshing frozen buko lychee martini and margaritas with charming group manager for brand and style Ferdi Salvador gave an inspiring understanding of the hotel’s service. “People here don’t simply serve you, they shower you with so much loving kindness that emanates from their hearts,” Ferdi quipped.

It’s actually quite healing. What with our bodies and spirits bruised from the stress, pressure and chaos of our rigid lives. For the staff of Misibis, what they do is not just a job, it’s a way of life, a gracious lifestyle we all wish to imbibe.

This expansive development of privileged luxury is a commission—to create a world class resort in a world famous environment with the guiding principle of inspiring a whole generation, a whole continent. People now want their travel experience to be blissful and made special by what is really meaningful to them—time for themselves and loved ones, replete with unobtrusive yet attentive service, tranquility, nature and above all, a true sense of place. We often appreciate a place that is in touch with its location. This integration is what makes it one-of-a-kind, a class of its own.

Every morning the gods let rain that resemble gold dust fall on Cagraray. When shortly before dawn, the night lights flare up, emitting a fragile glow on the landscaped lushness making the entire resort resemble a glittering carpet of luxurious indulgence. While I sit on the veranda from our two-bedroom villa, which overlooks the sea like a lodge, I watch the world go by. You can choose to bathe in the sunshine or bask in the glow of the moonbeams. As for me. I lay on the pristine beach, the sky my roof, the constellations, seemingly my blanket.

God must have personally placed this island in the ocean after he had finished with the rest of the world. Ever since, the Bicol region has lain like a priceless pearl, too beautiful for any advertisement. Here one savors the drama of a timeless culture, a travelers deluxe dream vacation. If not for a whole lifetime, then for a holiday at the very least.

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Hmm... unan? bilib na kamu sa Oas? Sisay malaban? unan ninyo masabi? a lot of progress in Oas that we don't know yet. soon this resort will be known. I wish someday:banana:

^Looks promising. Thanks for sharing. :)

Dex have you heard something about Playa de
Conde de Leon Resort in 3rd district?

Nope, sorry never heard.

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Hmm... unan? bilib na kamu sa Oas? Sisay malaban? unan ninyo masabi? a lot of progress in Oas that we don't know yet. soon this resort will be known. I wish someday:banana:

Keep them coming oasnun...expose them here para mabidbidan kan kinaban kung gano kagayon ang oas...:banana:

Welcome to the thread icarusrising. thanks..

Bago na pala yung name ng IMPERIAL HOMES CORP. It is now called Premier Fiesta Land Inc

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madagdag man tabi ako... ta nalilingawan nindo tabi... bat duman ako pirmi nagkakaon.

Legazpi food court - Duman baga an sa ma may pinag labanan. su may gakulon bagang ilaw.
Tso' Logs - Su may pansit na puro tubig.

DIOS MARHAY NA PATARA-TARA SAINDO GABOS MGA ALBAYANOS Y LEGAZPENOS!!!!! ONI NA TABI NAG-ABOT NA ANG SAINDONG PANDAPOG.....HE.HE......... I'M NEWBIE HERE....MAYBE ON & OFF IN SSC BUT I WILL SURELY ENJOY VISITING HERE!!!!

Para po kay Pading Romy and also Oasnun......As i recall, you may add the commonly enjoyed and eaten before is the COCONUT PIE ---- parang hinulma yata idto sa palanganitas na yero...he.he... Gustong gusto idto kan mga farmers lalo na at mainit-init pa.....Nata po farmers....kan mga saday po kami idto an pigtitinda mi sa mga kaparoyan...Pigbabakal ni Maderes diyan sa Luzon bakery.... yaon pa man daw po ang bakery na yan?

Aboitiz invests US$ 150-M more to upgrade, rehab Tiwi, Makban plants (http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?idn=0&nid=1&rid=206925)
By Marie S. Neri

MANILA, May 25 (PNA) — Aboitiz Power Corp. will invest US$ 150 million to rehabilitate and upgrade the two geothermal power plants it acquired from the government. Aboitiz senior vice president Luis Miguel Aboitiz said the amount would upgrade the 289-megawatt (MW) Tiwi geothermal power plant in Tiwi, Albay and the 458.53-MW Makban (Makiling-Banahaw) geothermal plant in Laguna and Batangas province.

Aboitiz Power Renewables, Inc., Aboitiz's subsidiary, acquired the two plants during an auction conducted by the state-owned Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) last July for an offered price of US$ 446.89 million. "The plants are more than 20 years old so we plan to increase [its capacity] from 462MW to 517MW in the next four years,” Aboitiz told reporters shortly after the turnover ceremony of the Tiwi-Makban plant Monday.

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo witnessed the turn over of the keys to Tiwi-Makban and the payment of the 40 percent down payment by Aboitiz amounting to P8.2 billion. AP Renewables also paid PSALM another P492 million for land lease. PSALM, through the National Power Corp. (Napocor), has attached a 400-MW supply contract to the geothermal facilities to attract investors.

Aboitiz said the firm was also looking at more possible acquisitions this year, particularly the contracts for the independent power producers administrators (IPPAs). He said the company was interested in Casecnan and the San Roque hydroelectric power plants in Luzon.

The company is also interested to bid for the 600-MW Calaca and Limay coal plants. Energy Secretary Angelo T. Reyes said the successful bidding and turnover of Tiwi-Makban "boosts government's campaign on renewable energy sources." PSALM president and chief executive officer Jose C. Ibazeta said the privatization of Napocor assets had contributed US$ 1.3 billion to government coffers so far. (PNA)
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DIOS MARHAY NA PATARA-TARA SAINDO GABOS MGA ALBAYANOS Y LEGAZPENOS!!!!! ONI NA TABI NAG-ABOT NA ANG SAINDONG PANDAPOG.....HE.HE......... I'M NEWBIE HERE....MAYBE ON & OFF IN SSC BUT I WILL SURELY ENJOY VISITING HERE!!!!

Para po kay Pading Romy and also Oasnun......As i recall, you may add the commonly enjoyed and eaten before is the COCONUT PIE ---- parang hinulma yata idto sa palanganitas na yero...he.he... Gustong gusto idto kan mga farmers lalo na at mainit-init pa.....Nata po farmers....kan mga saday po kami idto an pigtitinda mi sa mga kaparoyan...Pigbabakal ni Maderes diyan sa Luzon bakery.... yaon pa man daw po ang bakery na yan?

Welcome to the thread Ugbasnon!

DIOS MARHAY NA PATARA-TARA SAINDO GABOS MGA ALBAYANOS Y LEGAZPENOS!!!!! ONI NA TABI NAG-ABOT NA ANG SAINDONG PANDAPOG.....HE.HE......... I'M NEWBIE HERE....MAYBE ON & OFF IN SSC BUT I WILL SURELY ENJOY VISITING HERE!!!!

Para po kay Pading Romy and also Oasnun......As i recall, you may add the commonly enjoyed and eaten before is the COCONUT PIE ---- parang hinulma yata idto sa palanganitas na yero...he.he... Gustong gusto idto kan mga farmers lalo na at mainit-init pa.....Nata po farmers....kan mga saday po kami idto an pigtitinda mi sa mga kaparoyan...Pigbabakal ni Maderes diyan sa Luzon bakery.... yaon pa man daw po ang bakery na yan?

Welcome to the thread ugbasnon! Enjoy!:)

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;37217120']Aboitiz invests US$ 150-M more to upgrade, rehab Tiwi, Makban plants (http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?idn=0&nid=1&rid=206925)
By Marie S. Neri

MANILA, May 25 (PNA) — Aboitiz Power Corp. will invest US$ 150 million to rehabilitate and upgrade the two geothermal power plants it acquired from the government. Aboitiz senior vice president Luis Miguel Aboitiz said the amount would upgrade the 289-megawatt (MW) Tiwi geothermal power plant in Tiwi, Albay and the 458.53-MW Makban (Makiling-Banahaw) geothermal plant in Laguna and Batangas province.

Aboitiz Power Renewables, Inc., Aboitiz's subsidiary, acquired the two plants during an auction conducted by the state-owned Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) last July for an offered price of US$ 446.89 million. "The plants are more than 20 years old so we plan to increase [its capacity] from 462MW to 517MW in the next four years,” Aboitiz told reporters shortly after the turnover ceremony of the Tiwi-Makban plant Monday.

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo witnessed the turn over of the keys to Tiwi-Makban and the payment of the 40 percent down payment by Aboitiz amounting to P8.2 billion. AP Renewables also paid PSALM another P492 million for land lease. PSALM, through the National Power Corp. (Napocor), has attached a 400-MW supply contract to the geothermal facilities to attract investors.

Aboitiz said the firm was also looking at more possible acquisitions this year, particularly the contracts for the independent power producers administrators (IPPAs). He said the company was interested in Casecnan and the San Roque hydroelectric power plants in Luzon.

The company is also interested to bid for the 600-MW Calaca and Limay coal plants. Energy Secretary Angelo T. Reyes said the successful bidding and turnover of Tiwi-Makban "boosts government's campaign on renewable energy sources." PSALM president and chief executive officer Jose C. Ibazeta said the privatization of Napocor assets had contributed US$ 1.3 billion to government coffers so far. (PNA)
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Pading Dx, thanks for having this info. While this rehab in TIWI geothermal serves its purpose.....how about TIWI hot springs ....it is still operational? ......can you kindly post some updtaed photos of it. Appreciate it much......DIOS MABALOS PO!

Yes, I saw this. I think this is the one occupying the fiftyish house formerly owned by Fred Benito, the son of Saturnino Benito, the founder of Lealda Electric Company forerunner of Aleco. Unfortunately, I didn"t get to try it.


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oh cool, could you possibly take some photos and maybe share it here :P
thanks, i'm a bit curious :D

and you seemed to carry a bit of knowledge about the Benitos, were you some sort of a friend?

oh cool, could you possibly take some photos and maybe share it here :P
thanks, i'm a bit curious :D

and you seemed to carry a bit of knowledge about the Benitos, were you some sort of a friend?

Hey there, glad to see you here. :) Are you related to them? Here's an interesting blog post with an interesting discussion about the Benitos --> Past Governors of Bicol (http://biklish.wordpress.com/2008/06/17/20080616-01/#comment-1137), by J.A. Carizo

;37221576']Hey there, glad to see you here. :) Are you related to them? Here's an interesting blog post with an interesting discussion about the Benitos --> Past Governors of Bicol (http://biklish.wordpress.com/2008/06/17/20080616-01/#comment-1137), by J.A. Carizo

uhu...yea, it was my fault why my relatives came flocking to that blog haha
but wow, we met a new relative through that blog i think

uhu...yea, it was my fault why my relatives came flocking to that blog haha
but wow, we met a new relative through that blog i think


Haha, alam mo na pala yung tungkol sa blog. Yeah, nabasa ko nga hehe. Very interesting actually. :)

The Benito Brothers once produced films, right? I wonder if copies of those films are still extant.

;37221776']Haha, alam mo na pala yung tungkol sa blog. Very interesting actually. :) The Benito Brothers once produced films, right? I wonder if copies of those films are still extant.

uu nga eh, mum is busy looking for copies...
siguro they're just scattered somewhere inaamag haha

i thought ako lang yung curious sa grand dad ko...
biglang through that blog, isa isang naglitawan yung mga tita ko at pinsan ko
lol

uu nga eh, mum is busy looking for copies...
siguro they're just scattered somewhere inaamag haha

i thought ako lang yung curious sa grand dad ko...
biglang through that blog, isa isang naglitawan yung mga tita ko at pinsan ko
lol

Haha, nakakatuwa nga, nadiscover ninyo mga relatives through that blog post. Ikaw si sumguy dun, ano? Yup, copies of those films would be priceless.

I just wish we can document the province's history before it becomes irretrievably forgotten. There's virtually no written history to speak of right now. Which is a shame because there's so much we can learn from the past.

;37222200']Haha, nakakatuwa nga, nadiscover ninyo mga relatives through that blog post. Ikaw si sumguy dun, ano? Yup, copies of those films would be priceless.

I just wish we can document the province's history before it becomes irretrievably forgotten. There's virtually no written history to speak of right now. Which is a shame because there's so much we can learn from the past.


aha right, ako yun
kaya weirdo yung posts

i think my couz is working on it so, i would just have to wait
maybe it would give us a little more sneak peek on what bicol might have looked like during their so-back times

Magayunun padi... kung igwa kita ki white sand, black sand, asin brown sand, sa tiwi, igwa pa ki beach na puro bato.

yup oasnun joroan beaches are beautiful, totoo yung sabi mong mabato pero its the smooth ones buti na lng hindi sya matutulis. and the water, its refreshing.


last saturday pumunta kami sa likod na kapuntukan (sleeping lion) and i have seen the developments there, kailan ba matatapos ung construction nang bridge and if ever kung may mga commercial establishments na maglalagak nang investments..the reclaimed area behind the hill is very ideal for the legazpi city urban concept. perfect.

^^have you seen the current pix posted by dx about that reclamation behind that sleeping lion? mayroon pa syang maliit na lagoon,tanong ko lang kung natakpan na sya totally ng lupa?

^^have you seen the current pix posted by dx about that reclamation behind that sleeping lion? mayroon pa syang maliit na lagoon,tanong ko lang kung natakpan na sya totally ng lupa?

yung lagoon? hindi pa, nandoon pa sya, i dont know kung ano ang balak dun, if its intended for the wakeboarding thing, napakaliit yata. anyways the coastal road na kinukonstruct is reaching far. sana nga magconnect sya sa manito.

300-year old historic house in Daraga is Albay's latest tourist attraction (http://positivenewsmedia.net/am2/publish/Tourism_24/300-year_old_historic_house_in_Daraga_is_Albay_s_latest_tourist_attraction.shtml)

By Jun Francisco
LEGAZPI CITY, May 26 (PNA) -- An almost 300-year old house which survived the ravages of time is the latest addition to Albay province's numerous tourist attractions.

Built on March 2, 1702 by the great, great grandmother of the late Antonio Loveria, a descendant of the well-known Borromeo clan, the house, located along F. Lotivio, Bagumbayan, Daraga, Albay has withstood carpet bombings by the American liberation forces, and the deadly typhoons that often visits the Bicol region.

"It is one of five houses that survived the war, after every house and well known structures were leveled to the ground in Daraga," said previous owner, Emma M. Loveria.

The house is made of lime which was a common construction material during the 1700s. Its ground floor is made of polished stone.

During World War II, the old house in Ilawod, as some townsfolk fondly calls it, served as the headquarters of the Japanese Imperial Army.

Some bullet holes were found on the windows, indicating a fierce fire fight between Japanese soldiers and the liberating forces.

Today, the house has been renovated to look like the original one.

Its present owners, couple Sheldon and Med Villanueva nee Vallejo, has transformed the place into a world-class restaurant any tourist visiting the place would certainly enjoy.

Med and Sheldon has named the place Balay Cena Una, and is managed by Ma. Lourdes Villanueva, the couple's daughter.

Any tourist coming to the region will enjoy visiting this old house as it serves international cuisine provided for by executive chef Bert Clemena who has trained as a chef in France. (PNA)

Albay has P1.4B in infra devt money (http://businessmirror.com.ph/home/regions/10783-albay-has-p14b-in-infra-devt-money-.html)
Monday, 25 May 2009 20:41

LEGAZPI CITY—Up to P1.4 billion in fresh funds for the Bicol international airport in Albay province and its road network have been earmarked for the year, according to the provincial government.

The provincial government of Albay also said it expects more funds to boost tourism efforts. From the P1.4 billion, the international airport in Daraga town would get P600 million for land acquisition and engineering-related works and P814 million would pay for the construction of new roads to the airport and nearby Donsol town in Sorsogon.

Albay Gov. Joey Sarte Salceda said he expects the P814 million to be released this November to complete the 27-kilometer triple road access linking the Albay towns of Pioduran, Jovellar, Guinobatan, Camalig and Daraga to Donsol. The road network skirting the P3.5-billion airport project would entail the construction of five new bridges with a total span of 75 meters.

Last May 6, the Regional Development Council unanimously endorsed the new road network to be funded by an P814-million grant from the Millennium Challenge, a US grant facility. Salceda has disclosed that President Arroyo vowed to support the 200-hectare airport project in barangay Alobo, Daraga. The site overlooks the towns of Camalig, Daraga and this city—site of the domestic airport.

DOST, Albay ink MOA on countryside development (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=471009&publicationSubCategoryId=66)
Updated May 25, 2009 12:00 AM

LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Albay provincial government signed recently a memorandum of agreement (MOA) under which they pooled their expertise and resources to promote countryside development and at the same time address issues on global warming, climate change adaptation and disaster survival.

The MOA on science and technology partnership program was signed by DOST Secretary Dr. Estrella F. Alabastro and Albay Gov. Joey S. Salceda during the recent Bicol Regional Development Council (RDC) conference in this regional center.

Under the accord, DOST will undertake, among others, research and development programs, establish food and technology centers, set up science-based farms and upgrade the capabilities of Phivolcs (Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology) and the Philippine Astronomical Geophysical Administration (Pagasa) in Bicol.

Salceda said the partnership aims to identify and develop viable local development initiatives and undertakings that require science and technology interventions. He said the tie-up will also promote advocacy initiatives to address climate change, disaster management and further develop more viable adaptation and mitigation measures.

The partnership, Alabastro said, is the first of its kind in the country and Albay is the first pilot area to undertake programs focused on climate change. Albay was the first local government unit to embark on a broad climate change adaptation program when it held the First National Climate Change Adaptation Conference about two years ago.

DOST has put up some P594.3 million to finance the setting up of its Regional Weather Bureau facilities in Albay, purchase of a Doppler radar – an Upper Air equipment that monitors weather disturbances – and other equipments that would upgrade the services of Pagasa.

The facility, to be known as Southern Luzon Weather Region (SLWR), will provide weather forecasting and warning services to the six provinces of Bicol – Albay, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Sorsogon and the island provinces of Catanduanes and Masbate.

Alabastro said the establishment of the SLWR is in line with Pagasa’s regionalization and capability building program aimed at providing fast services to the public, especially in times of natural calamities.

Asia Retrospective - Part 1 (http://lightsoutrightnow.blogspot.com/2009/05/asia-retrospective-part-1.html)

It's been a while. It took me three guesses to get the password to this blog right, but I finally found myself with internet and not much else to do so I figured I should try to catch up on at least a few of my last ten days in Asia. I can't get my camera to link to this computer correctly (mine crashed the day before I left the US), but at some point I'll upload pictures to go along with this post.

At least as a segue, I'll tell a few travel stories. I had the worst sandwich I've had in years at JFK. When flying from Terminal 1, you're better off starving. My flight from JFK to Tokyo (Japan Airlines) had cameras attached to the nose and bottom of the plane that you could view on the touchscreen in each seat. It was, at the time, "the newest thing I knew exists". (This is a concept mentioned by comedian CK Louis in this great interview. I really like the idea, and since (spoiler) I've spent the last few days in Tokyo, mine has changed a couple of times since.) Flying into Tokyo, we were subjected to 28 Days Later-style influenza screening procedures. It took me about 75 minutes to get off of my flight, even though I was transferring to a new international flight and not even entering Japan. Think blue hazmat suits, heat-imaging cameras, and lots of forms that insure you in their lovely Orwellian way that this is all for the sake of the health of you and your family. I was anxious during the entirety of our ascent for the Japan Airlines sound bite sampled by The Books in "Tokyo" -- It has been a great pleasure to have you aboard Japan Airlines. We hope you have enjoyed the flight and that we have another opportunity to serve you in the very near future. Thank you very much and for now, sayonara. -- and they said segments of the script, but not at one time. I listened to the song during quarantine to make up for it. At one point, the girl sitting next to me asked me if the Japanese were Communists.

I spent a few days in the Philippines visiting a very good friend from school and trying to relax as much as possible during my lone two weeks between finals and my internship. It worked incredibly well. Her family was amazingly hospitable and we had great programs lined up for my one week and great friends to do them with -- what follows below will invariably be a woefully inadequate summary.

Day 1 -- Taal Lake/Volcano/Volcano Lake

Lake Taal's island within a lake within an island (that is a volcano) within a lake within a HUGE crater was, as you might expect, gorgeous, but even given this, the whole day was much more of a "journey over destination" type deal: we rode a traditional Filipino boat across the lake, the first of many instance when I was On a Boat (everybody look at me) . Next, we rode horses up to the top of the volcano-within-the-lake. Local (I'm assuming) Filipino kids led our horses up the mountain. It was my first time on a horse this decade (I still think of the 2000's as a young decade. Silly, no?), leading my guide to say "balance, cowboy" every 50 yards or so. He discovered that old and fleeting nickname of mine quite quickly. My horse, Cindy, was slow but adorable. I'm sure it didn't help that I'm not quite a featherweight. My friends' horses, on the other hand, booked it up the mountain.

Days 2-5 -- Legazpi/Misibis

We flew from Manila to Legazpi (50 minutes -- up there with the other shortest flights I've ever taken: Orlando-Fort Lauderdale, College Station-Philadelphia, and Vienna-Budapest, all in the 200 mile range) and landed at the foot of a volcano that was described to me as, and is, a shockingly near-perfect cone. Given that Legazpi is a beach town, it was also surprisingly tall: 2000+ meters. There's no mountain range nearby, just a volcano. We were picked up by Mei, a hospitality person from our resort, taken to a nice sister-hotel for a half-Filipino, half-Western breakfast, and then to our surprise on an hour-long ride through a legitimate jungle that at required us more than once to drive off of the paved road and once onto a ferry. It was incredibly gorgeous and surprisingly mountainous: lots of lookouts and hairpin turns. (If this is your first time reading my blog, I usually at least attempt to replace these trite adjectives with pictures. I hate description and try to let the pictures tell their thousand words for me.) We were happy by the end however to get to our resort where we were greeted by a dance by the staff, fresh watermelon juice, and two beachfront villas. Over the next three days, we took ample advantage of Misibis' resources and kindness: we rode jet skis, horses and ATVs, the latter through a sequence of small villages up a mountain road, went banana boating, sunbathed, swam in the ocean, played with inflatables that were impossible to climb, went zip-lining (though it was less zip-lining than sliding down once a single zip-line), had long conversations over great dinners, and watched 1.5 Jurassic Park movies. My favorite though was a buggy (think souped up half go-kart, half ATV) ride up a riverbed to the foot of the lava flow of the volcano. The lava flow ended in a five-story wall, which we then got to climb. From the top, we could see the flow all the way to the top of the volcano, and we could see down to the sea. The flow was still steaming from a 2006 eruption. A picture will be coming, I promise. Also, we had a huge transportation win on day 4. Because the owner of Misibis was concerned that we hadn't seen a whale shark at Donsol on day 3 (see below), he told us to go again and to use the resort's helicopter to get there. Needless to say, it was sweet. We all firmly decided to at one point (mid-life crisis?) splurge on a helicopter. On the way back, we took a speedboat from Legazpi to Misibis. Choppy seas and light rain made it quite a ride. I'm on a boat and it's going fast and...

Days 3-4 -- Donsol

Even though these days overlap with Misibis, I think Donsol deserves its own entry if only because it was (ostensibly) the principal reason we were in the Bicol region. Lonely Planet calls it sleepy, but I'd call Donsol a bustling (if cute) fishing village. In either case, it is principally a fishing village, but for a few months of the year, international tourists swarm the town to watch and swim with whale sharks. (Aside: we had a good conversation about how a "whale shark" is considerably less terrifying than a "shark whale".) It seemed to us that we were a bit late to the 2009 season since on our first day out on the water, we saw no whales in our three hours. On our second day, in one of the most outrageous things to happen to us in a week of outrageous things, the helicopter helped us look for a whale. Still, no go, and we gave up in a little more than two hours. We did get decent tans though.

Our one last activity together was watching Twilight. I saw it in good (and obsessed) company so I had fun but I do now feel that I have the right to criticize the movie mercilessly. With that, on Wednesday, excitedly but remorsefully, I was off to Tokyo. My friends were going next to Boracay, the Philippine Ibiza, a legitimate isle of sin.

Climbing Mt. Mayon
by M.Rand1989 (http://picasaweb.google.com/M.Rand1989/LegaspiDonsolOgMtMayon#)

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oh cool, could you possibly take some photos and maybe share it here :P
thanks, i'm a bit curious :D

and you seemed to carry a bit of knowledge about the Benitos, were you some sort of a friend?

No I don't have any relations with the Benitos. But if you are a blue blooded Albayano (meaning originally from Old Albay District), who does not know the Benito clan of Lealda. I once lived in Balintawak St where at its end is the Lealda power plant. I used to watch the rehearsals of Boy Benito's Renegades combo when I was a kid at the garage of Fred Benito's house. :)

So you are related to the Benitos. Glad to know.

[Pading RR,

iba man daw an aram kong lagit...makinis man.:pepper::wink2:




iyan na aram mong lagit gusto ko man daw an. hehehehe

DIOS MARHAY NA PATARA-TARA SAINDO GABOS MGA ALBAYANOS Y LEGAZPENOS!!!!! ONI NA TABI NAG-ABOT NA ANG SAINDONG PANDAPOG.....HE.HE......... I'M NEWBIE HERE....MAYBE ON & OFF IN SSC BUT I WILL SURELY ENJOY VISITING HERE!!!!

Para po kay Pading Romy and also Oasnun......As i recall, you may add the commonly enjoyed and eaten before is the COCONUT PIE ---- parang hinulma yata idto sa palanganitas na yero...he.he... Gustong gusto idto kan mga farmers lalo na at mainit-init pa.....Nata po farmers....kan mga saday po kami idto an pigtitinda mi sa mga kaparoyan...Pigbabakal ni Maderes diyan sa Luzon bakery.... yaon pa man daw po ang bakery na yan?

welcome saimo ugbasnon

;37221576']Hey there, glad to see you here. :) Are you related to them? Here's an interesting blog post with an interesting discussion about the Benitos --> Past Governors of Bicol (http://biklish.wordpress.com/2008/06/17/20080616-01/#comment-1137), by J.A. Carizo

Yung Albay bakery di ba Benito rin yung may-ari?

yup oasnun joroan beaches are beautiful, totoo yung sabi mong mabato pero its the smooth ones buti na lng hindi sya matutulis. and the water, its refreshing.


last saturday pumunta kami sa likod na kapuntukan (sleeping lion) and i have seen the developments there, kailan ba matatapos ung construction nang bridge and if ever kung may mga commercial establishments na maglalagak nang investments..the reclaimed area behind the hill is very ideal for the legazpi city urban concept. perfect.

yup! korek.. ang ganda talaga ng mga shapes ng rock dun. the first time i saw the rocks, i was so amazed, kc kahit magtatakbo ka, hindi masakit sa paa. I heaven't heard about the bridge construction pero ang magandang sugestion ko s Tiwi, i renovate nila yung mga recreation area sa Joroan pati yung roads kasi dinadayo yung lugar kaso wala nang ibang pwede pang gawin dun aside from visiting and praying in the church.:lol:

DIOS MARHAY NA PATARA-TARA SAINDO GABOS MGA ALBAYANOS Y LEGAZPENOS!!!!! ONI NA TABI NAG-ABOT NA ANG SAINDONG PANDAPOG.....HE.HE......... I'M NEWBIE HERE....MAYBE ON & OFF IN SSC BUT I WILL SURELY ENJOY VISITING HERE!!!!

Para po kay Pading Romy and also Oasnun......As i recall, you may add the commonly enjoyed and eaten before is the COCONUT PIE ---- parang hinulma yata idto sa palanganitas na yero...he.he... Gustong gusto idto kan mga farmers lalo na at mainit-init pa.....Nata po farmers....kan mga saday po kami idto an pigtitinda mi sa mga kaparoyan...Pigbabakal ni Maderes diyan sa Luzon bakery.... yaon pa man daw po ang bakery na yan?

Marhay na pag-abot sa thread kan Legazpi pading Ugbasnun.:banana:

Yung Albay bakery di ba Benito rin yung may-ari?

Maogmang Albay saimo padi.Benito man nanggad an albay bakery. weird an pangaran kan mga aki dyan.si Tennis,si Carrot..One Ball.hehe.marhay na aldaw pading oasnun and rr,welcome saimo pading ugbasnon.

Pading Romy, I don't know if you already got to visit it, but somewhere in the past threads I wrote two nostalgia articles where I described what Legazpi looked like in the fifties and sixties. If I'm not mistaken its on pages 403 and 428. Visit the Legazpi compiled threads if you haven't.

Salamat pading gary! very informative and interesting !

:lol:"nang tumuga ang mayon,grabe ruab namin" "yugon mo yun!" -hahaha:lol::lol:

sige ko ang kakaulok kaini pading romy!!:lol::lol:

Padi ugwa pa ngani kaiyan na interview sa dzgb na: "salamat saindo gabos sa pang gana ko ki airport." airpot man sana an premyo.

;37213746']:) Here they are: Salamat Pading DX!

Located in the heart of Legazpi City, Albay, Philippines, Hotel Villa Angelina is a perfect haven for business and leisure travel alike. This elegantly furnished hotel feature a spectacular view of the majestic Mayon Volcano.

The hotel's first-class facilities and high standard of service creates a unique sense of swanky tranquility that will delight every traveler's taste in this cosmopolitan city.

We pride ourselves on offering a warm and family friendly accomodation to all urban sophisticates seeking a comfortable base for their visit to Legazpi City. Powered with an exceptional family of employees who is ready to serve you in a truly memorable way. Hotel Villa Angelina welcomes you with gracious Bicolano hospitality.

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WEBSITE (http://www.villaangelinahotel.com/hotel.html)

Nice and Decent.was in here during our assistance efforts after reming.

marhay na Albay man saimo pading romy.

ang aram ko sana sa Albay bakery, masiram ang mga cakes ninda.

;37251736']Climbing Mt. Mayon
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Garu maray magsakat sa Mayon ah. Why not an SSC-Legazpi Mayon climb in the future?

Welcome palan, ugbasnon! What does ugbas mean? Lingaw ko na.

marhay na Albay man saimo pading romy.

ang aram ko sana sa Albay bakery, masiram ang mga cakes ninda.

Yup, chocolate cakes :D

Garu maray magsakat sa Mayon ah. Why not an SSC-Legazpi Mayon climb in the future?

Haha, why not. That's the real extreme adventure.

;37251736']Climbing Mt. Mayon
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narumduman ko lamang so pagsakat mi sa Mayon when i was in 3rd year HS. may nangyari pa samo kaito so kaiba mi naulog sa camp 2 bakong pig rescue kami kan mga taga Buyuan. si sofie Ayala kaito kan nabubuhay pa sya taga Buyuan. kina lunesan sa radio program nya kaito pigpara batikos kami sabi ni nana Sofie "uyuguyugon mo an may nagsarakat na mga adik kan sobrang kakatsungki nagkaurulog sa Mayon." hahahaha adik dai kami. tabangan lamang ang kalag nya. UHA!!!

;37255938']Welcome palan, ugbasnon! What does ugbas mean? Lingaw ko na.



Yup, chocolate cakes :D



Haha, why not. That's the real extreme adventure.

abg ugbas pading dx so NGANGA, so mga gurang baga kaito imbes na magsigarilyo igwa iyan na pigngunguya then they always spit their colored saliva. mga ingredients kan pag ugbas dahon (dai ko aram so apod kaito), white powder, bunga, alhambra(sweet cigarette). nagkakaigwa ki color ta so chemical reaction kan powder and the bunga.

saro iyan na chocolate cake na masiram sa Albay Bakery.

[QUOTE='[dx];37255938']Welcome palan, ugbasnon! What does ugbas mean? Lingaw ko na.

Dex, ugbas is nganga'. Su dahon kan buyo' kikagan ki puti, tapos bunga kan kahoy na bunga, tapos sisapa'. Tapos pag kuspa mo an kolor kan lutab mo orange. :lol:

;37255938']Welcome palan, ugbasnon! What does ugbas mean? Lingaw ko na.



Yup, chocolate cakes :D



Haha, why not. That's the real extreme adventure.


Pading Dx, ugbas is betel nut chewing or pag nganganga' su minapurula baga an mouth kan kasasapa.

magturukad kita!:carrot::carrot::carrot:pwede na? wara na restrictions?

narumduman ko lamang so pagsakat mi sa Mayon when i was in 3rd year HS. may nangyari pa samo kaito so kaiba mi naulog sa camp 2 bakong pig rescue kami kan mga taga Buyuan. si sofie Ayala kaito kan nabubuhay pa sya taga Buyuan. kina lunesan sa radio program nya kaito pigpara batikos kami sabi ni nana Sofie "uyuguyugon mo an may nagsarakat na mga adik kan sobrang kakatsungki nagkaurulog sa Mayon." hahahaha adik dai kami. tabangan lamang ang kalag nya. UHA!!!

Uhaaaah! sabay surop ki mainitun na kape.:lol: sisay daw an eredero kan kastilyong pink adi?

;37255938']

Haha, why not. That's the real extreme adventure.

Mayon is rich in rare flora and fauna. Magayon baga Dx makwaan ki pics heheh. Also the geologic features of the volcano.

Dex, ugbas is nganga'. Su dahon kan buyo' kikagan ki puti, tapos bunga kan kahoy na bunga, tapos sisapa'. Tapos pag kuspa mo an kolor kan lutab mo orange. :lol:

Pading Dx, ugbas is betel nut chewing or pag nganganga' su minapurula baga an mouth kan kasasapa.

magturukad kita!:carrot::carrot::carrot:pwede na? wara na restrictions?

Haha, sabi ko na. Iyo, aram ko ini. Lingawon ko ugaring. :lol: Igwa pang naguugbas ngunyan? Pwede na gayud magtukad.

Mayon is rich in rare flora and fauna. Magayon baga Dx makwaan ki pics heheh. Also the geologic features of the volcano.

Yup! We had plans to climb at least to Camp 1 last year but it did not push through. Sayang. :D

Uhaaaah! sabay surop ki mainitun na kape.:lol: sisay daw an eredero kan kastilyong pink adi?

^:lol::lol:

Pading Dx, ugbas is betel nut chewing or pag nganganga' su minapurula baga an mouth kan kasasapa.

magturukad kita!:carrot::carrot::carrot:pwede na? wara na restrictions?

Payt kita jan Pading Romy! Gusto ko talaga makatukad saMayon

Uhaaaah! sabay surop ki mainitun na kape.:lol: sisay daw an eredero kan kastilyong pink adi?

wara na baga itong kastilyong ito sa Arimbay. garo inulag na.

abg ugbas pading dx so NGANGA, so mga gurang baga kaito imbes na magsigarilyo igwa iyan na pigngunguya then they always spit their colored saliva. mga ingredients kan pag ugbas dahon (dai ko aram so apod kaito), white powder, bunga, alhambra(sweet cigarette). nagkakaigwa ki color ta so chemical reaction kan powder and the bunga.

saro iyan na chocolate cake na masiram sa Albay Bakery.

samuya ang apud kaan mamaun... igwa ngani kaan ki magayunon na babayi samu, nagsasapa-sapa daw kaan. pig-gagamit an sagkud ngunyan samu ki pam bulong sibang. matinda daw ako kaiyan digdi sa Manila. Pwede baga an Food Supplements...:lol: :lol: :lol

Dios marhay na Albay man tabi saimo Pading Romy Diaz.. hehe

SCHOOLS

In the fifties, Aquinas University was then known as Legazpi College owned by Buenaventura de Erquiaga. Aside from its college courses, it also had a high school and grade school offerings. It was later purchased by the Dominicans in the mid sixties and converted it to what it is now. St. Raphael’s Parochial School was operated by the St. Raphaels Parish. It is known now as St. Raphael’s Academy and operated by the RVM sisters. As previously mentioned, the St. Jude Catholic School for Chinese children was located in Bitano.


i would like to correct this one. SRA is operated by the Augustinian Recollect Sisters (ARS).

why is DWCL formerly known as Liceo de Albay not mentioned as one of the schools?

SCHOOLS

In the fifties, Aquinas University was then known as Legazpi College owned by Buenaventura de Erquiaga. Aside from its college courses, it also had a high school and grade school offerings. It was later purchased by the Dominicans in the mid sixties and converted it to what it is now. St. Raphael’s Parochial School was operated by the St. Raphaels Parish. It is known now as St. Raphael’s Academy and operated by the RVM sisters. As previously mentioned, the St. Jude Catholic School for Chinese children was located in Bitano.


i would like to correct this one. SRA is operated by the Augustinian Recollect Sisters (ARS).

Oh yes, I stand corrected. Thanks RR.

wara na baga itong kastilyong ito sa Arimbay. garo inulag na.

Ha? Historical na baga ito padi-Gari ito Neverland ni Michael Jackson.Pralanuhan ta daw an pag tukad.

Oh yes, I stand corrected. Thanks RR.

you are most welcome pading gary.

samuya ang apud kaan mamaun... igwa ngani kaan ki magayunon na babayi samu, nagsasapa-sapa daw kaan. pig-gagamit an sagkud ngunyan samu ki pam bulong sibang. matinda daw ako kaiyan digdi sa Manila. Pwede baga an Food Supplements...:lol: :lol: :lol

Dios marhay na Albay man tabi saimo Pading Romy Diaz.. hehe

fuertehun iyan padi ta an mga daraga dai na malipistik.uraging dakupon ka kaan pag nakipagumolgumulan ka. may ebidensya tulos.:)

Why don't we have masbatenos and catanduenenses in the thread? ngano man kay dili kaupod ina mga manghod ta dida? apiki man sana na.

Ha? Historical na baga ito padi-Gari ito Neverland ni Michael Jackson.Pralanuhan ta daw an pag tukad.

nailing ko na duman talyer na sna wara na so dating nakatugduk na kastilyo. sayang man kaito bata kumpleto d burobandera pa pati baga ito. ata nang kastilyo talaga garo disneyland.

A post in the website- Dating in Asia. uy,tabangi man daw nindo...


Gender: Male
Age: 31
Country: Philippines
State / Region: albay
City: ligao city
Ethnicity: Asian
Appearance: Very Attractive
Height: 174 cm (5'9")
Weight: 73 kg (161 lbs)physically and mentally fit

well im very attractive man, I am 31 years of age from albay bicol 5'9' in height i can say that i am sweet, jolly and have sense of humor. i am a fashionista anywhere anytime and always goes with the trend and flow. i enjoy playing and messing aruond with others. i laways wanted to explore new things. i am LIBERATED and just enjoying life. what am looking for? I LIKE HOT WOMANS LIKE YOU. hey am also looking for a woman who wanted to have unforgettable experience with me, who can give me satisfying cointus so if you are the one im looking for just email me lets have a hot and heart to heart conversatoin.


Aber ka dyan.:) Para palan ma-coin toss.mahilig ini mga padi sa paturon.

A post in the website- Dating in Asia. uy,tabangi man daw nindo...


Gender: Male
Age: 31
Country: Philippines
State / Region: albay
City: ligao city
Ethnicity: Asian
Appearance: Very Attractive
Height: 174 cm (5'9")
Weight: 73 kg (161 lbs)physically and mentally fit

well im very attractive man, I am 31 years of age from albay bicol 5'9' in height i can say that i am sweet, jolly and have sense of humor. i am a fashionista anywhere anytime and always goes with the trend and flow. i enjoy playing and messing aruond with others. i laways wanted to explore new things. i am LIBERATED and just enjoying life. what am looking for? I LIKE HOT WOMANS LIKE YOU. hey am also looking for a woman who wanted to have unforgettable experience with me, who can give me satisfying cointus so if you are the one im looking for just email me lets have a hot and heart to heart conversatoin.


Aber ka dyan.:) Para palan ma-coin toss.mahilig ini mga padi sa paturon.

aw ano an!? uratihon man an na lalaking an. uyan jan sa pier so mga para sabak pag daing pididiskarga sa barko sige ang patururan. mag dyan na sana sya.

aw ano an!? uratihon man an na lalaking an.

ata na padi.matitigbak ako sa kangangarakngak kan nailing ko su picture.dai ko na pinost ta masupog.labi-labihun.

^^Bwahahahah

^^ anunupug ay!

Hahahahaha.....

Nata' aram ini ni Pading Romy?

Musings on Camp One
By Pading Romy

It’s raining hard in the middle of September; The Mayon is caught in the fog’s damp and cold embrace. I shudder ever so slightly in my sleeping bag, as I smell the fragrant smoke of burning wood in the makeshift stove of three large stones arranged to support the whistling well bruised kettle that woke me with wanton disregard for last night’s hangover. “Maliputun adi?” my brother asked, pointing out the obvious fact as mist forms in smoke-like puffs as we breathe, reminding me hastily of my morning cigarette. Grunting approval, I search through my backpack for a fresh pack of Winston and lit a stick on the scattered coal from the stove . Wintons..sigarilyo ni jame bonds,hehe. I thought to myself relishing the pun as I took a drag, the smoke mixing with the earthly smell of burning wood, last night’s gin, fried rice, dried fish and Blend 45 coffee. It was starting to be a great day.

I sipped my coffee in intervals of gulping down spoonfuls of fried rice and dried fish with little bits of scales sticking to my teeth. Last night was quite a party, as we sat around the fire with conversations of the trek up this camp, the cold night air encouraging the turn of the shot glass and stories of nature, childhood pranks, and ghost stories and the usual jokes about priests and nuns. I leisurely walk out of the hut that serves as base camp and smile at the tents pitched outside. Sometime between the ghost stories and urban legends, some fools got it in their heads to sleep in the hut instead in fear of an aswang flying out of the trees and eating everybody’s guts out. Gin stories. Turned out well though, considering the cold damp condition of the tents we would’ve slept in the hut anyway. Better drunk than damp. The sun shyly peeks in the clouds lighting up the lush landscape before me. I see Legazpi City by the sea shimmering like a Camelot of Arthurian tales, rising from the verdant meadows seemingly kissing the edge of the sea.

I sat by the wooden bench overlooking this splendidly wondrous sight and felt proud that the Albayano blood runs thick and pure in my veins. It’s astonishing that this very volcano where we stand in awe, respect and love is the very one that, at an almost scheduled rate, bathes the province in ash and gravel, kills countless people with its fiery wrath and erase entire family names from its thundering path with flash mudflows and earth. This is also the very source of the province’s wealth. both in agriculture, owing to the fact that we have one of the most fertile land in the country and tourism, owing to the fact that no person going to the region will not want to see the majestic Mayon volcano.

I lit up another cigarette, watching the fog, like virgin white garments seductively sweeping the regal slope of the volcano. The sea looks strangely calm from here; a tiny swallow passes by in search of its morning meal. Atlantis, it occurred to me.Yes, Legazpi is like Atlantis. A culture well defined, advanced and separate from the rest of the world. Where people are more humane, resilient to the elements, patient and generous.. All these evidence of a more learned and civilized people. Unlike Manila whose own culture has been eaten up by its quest for gold. Gomorrah. Manila is Gomorrah and Legazpi is Atlantis. A balance of nature, a progressive culture and learned people open to developments. Our Atlantis.

I took a sip of the now cold cup of coffee in my hand, smiling slightly at my realization. Then a pang of sadness creeps through me knowing that I have to be on my way to Gomorrah the next day,leaving my Camelot, my Atlantis and this majestic mountain I call home. Then my brother calls out : All clear! On to camp two!!!.... so we pack our bags and trek on….

On a bus bound for Gomorrah, I stare at the Mayon as it slowly disappears from the horizon, said a little prayer to those I left behind. I close my eyes and thought: Your valiant knight is on a quest my lady, in search of gold and fame; yet in time I will return to Camelot again….In misty Mayon’s embrace once again.

Hahahahaha.....

Nata' aram ini ni Pading Romy?

Marhay na Albay saimo Lola Felice!Bisa tabi. uni an istorya kaiyan: naga search ako kan ligao ta pigaanap ko baya su details kan kawa-kawa na rekomendasyon ni pading dx. aw ano ka kaan pag enter ko kan ligao na search ko, iyo an tuminaraka sako.labi-labi.:bash:

Aw iyo baga... marhay na Albay man saimo! Hona ko baga nag-post ka man ki profile mo duman.... hahahaha.

Narumduman ko na naman su expression, "an pandok mo ngaya gari tinaraka sa bunton!" :eek2: :eek2: :eek2:

Musings on Camp One
By Pading Romy

It’s raining hard in the middle of September; The Mayon is caught in the fog’s damp and cold embrace. I shudder ever so slightly in my sleeping bag, as I smell the fragrant smoke of burning wood in the makeshift stove of three large stones arranged to support the whistling well bruised kettle that woke me with wanton disregard for last night’s hangover. “Maliputun adi?” my brother asked, pointing out the obvious fact as mist forms in smoke-like puffs as we breathe, reminding me hastily of my morning cigarette. Grunting approval, I search through my backpack for a fresh pack of Winston and lit a stick on the scattered coal from the stove . Wintons..sigarilyo ni jame bonds,hehe. I thought to myself relishing the pun as I took a drag, the smoke mixing with the earthly smell of burning wood, last night’s gin, fried rice, dried fish and Blend 45 coffee. It was starting to be a great day.

I sipped my coffee in intervals of gulping down spoonfuls of fried rice and dried fish with little bits of scales sticking to my teeth. Last night was quite a party, as we sat around the fire with conversations of the trek up this camp, the cold night air encouraging the turn of the shot glass and stories of nature, childhood pranks, and ghost stories and the usual jokes about priests and nuns. I leisurely walk out of the hut that serves as base camp and smile at the tents pitched outside. Sometime between the ghost stories and urban legends, some fools got it in their heads to sleep in the hut instead in fear of an aswang flying out of the trees and eating everybody’s guts out. Gin stories. Turned out well though, considering the cold damp condition of the tents we would’ve slept in the hut anyway. Better drunk than damp. The sun shyly peeks in the clouds lighting up the lush landscape before me. I see Legazpi City by the sea shimmering like a Camelot of Arthurian tales, rising from the verdant meadows seemingly kissing the edge of the sea.

I sat by the wooden bench overlooking this splendidly wondrous sight and felt proud that the Albayano blood runs thick and pure in my veins. It’s astonishing that this very volcano where we stand in awe, respect and love is the very one that, at an almost scheduled rate, bathes the province in ash and gravel, kills countless people with its fiery wrath and erase entire family names from its thundering path with flash mudflows and earth. This is also the very source of the province’s wealth. both in agriculture, owing to the fact that we have one of the most fertile land in the country and tourism, owing to the fact that no person going to the region will not want to see the majestic Mayon volcano.

I lit up another cigarette, watching the fog, like virgin white garments seductively sweeping the regal slope of the volcano. The sea looks strangely calm from here; a tiny swallow passes by in search of its morning meal. Atlantis, it occurred to me.Yes, Legazpi is like Atlantis. A culture well defined, advanced and separate from the rest of the world. Where people are more humane, resilient to the elements, patient and generous.. All these evidence of a more learned and civilized people. Unlike Manila whose own culture has been eaten up by its quest for gold. Gomorrah. Manila is Gomorrah and Legazpi is Atlantis. A balance of nature, a progressive culture and learned people open to developments. Our Atlantis.

I took a sip of the now cold cup of coffee in my hand, smiling slightly at my realization. Then a pang of sadness creeps through me knowing that I have to be on my way to Gomorrah the next day,leaving my Camelot, my Atlantis and this majestic mountain I call home. Then my brother calls out : All clear! On to camp two!!!.... so we pack our bags and trek on….

On a bus bound for Gomorrah, I stare at the Mayon as it slowly disappears from the horizon, said a little prayer to those I left behind. I close my eyes and thought: Your valiant knight is on a quest my lady, in search of gold and fame; yet in time I will return to Camelot again….In misty Mayon’s embrace once again.


Dipungal Pading Romy, pig-ororonan pa sana kasubago na masakat sa Mayon, yaon ka na duman tolos. Tapos dai nag-aloy, pauli ka na naman. Grabe magdalangan an imagination mo.

Congratulations for this very nice essay. Great literary piece. It will definitely inspire all of us here to be even more conscious of our beloved Albay.

CHEERS! :cheers:

Musings on Camp One
By Pading Romy



I enjoyed reading your article! Matibayon ka palan magsurat, Pading Romy :okay:

talaga pading romy ah.hehe..ok na ok padi, enjoy ako magbasa kan essay mo..cheerz!!:cheers::cheers:

Pading Dx, ugbas is betel nut chewing or pag nganganga' su minapurula baga an mouth kan kasasapa.

magturukad kita!:carrot::carrot::carrot:pwede na? wara na restrictions?

pading romy kaya pa ba kang tuhod mo mag tukad sa mayon?hehe

baka coitus? gari gusto man kayan mag ala Hayden Kho..:bash:

:lol: This guy made my day!! How embarassing for the city of Ligao! Any "womans" out there want to volunteer for coin-tus service??

:lol: This guy made my day!! How embarassing for the city of Ligao! Any "womans" out there want to volunteer for coin-tus service??

Hey steve! Welcome back!! Long time no post. hehe

I've not been here for just a while BUT wow, i just couldn't relate with the new topics. hahah...

just a suggestion though: I think it would be better to put up a separate heritage thread for Legazpi. I think we have more than enough to post there now that a lot of us are already interested with Albay's past. This is just a suggestion though, hehe...

IPO wants better protection for RP products (http://business.inquirer.net/money/breakingnews/view/20090525-207046/IPO-wants-better-protection-for-RP-products)
By Alexander Villafania, INQUIRER.net
First Posted 16:56:00 05/25/2009

MANILA, Philippines – Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines has asked businesses and local governments to protect homegrown products from being misused or misrepresented. IPO Philippines director general Adrian Cristobal Jr. said these homegrown products could be considered “geographic indications” (GI), which give localities where they were created distinct identities.

Cristobal likened GIs to foreign imported products like champagne of France, Mexico’s tequila and the jasmine rice of Thailand. As part of the Philippine government’s effort to enforce stronger protection on GIs, some local governments have started to register unique GIs under the “Collective or Community” trademarks of the IPO Philippines.

Among those that have filed for trademarks are the Sarangani province for its golden mangoes; Bulacan for its homemade sweets and Tarlac for its organic products. “Properly managed Philippine GIs can promote local community and regional development. More importantly they can nurture local and national pride,” Cristobal said in a statement.

Cristobal has also urged government offices to go to the closest IPO Philippines field operation units under the agency’s satellite offices (IPSO) located in Cebu, Davao, Angeles and Legazpi City. He said that application for intellectual property ownership has increased since the IPSO was established. In 2008, a total of 139 applications were recorded. For the first quarter of this year, there were already 120 IP applications filed, he added.

Mga friends, I am here in Baguio for a week-long seminar. Maliputon pag banggi pero pag aldaw mainit. Not the same Baguio we had known for years. We went to wagwagan, konti lang namimili. Konti turista.

;37275498']IPO wants better protection for RP products (http://business.inquirer.net/money/breakingnews/view/20090525-207046/IPO-wants-better-protection-for-RP-products)
By Alexander Villafania, INQUIRER.net
First Posted 16:56:00 05/25/2009

MANILA, Philippines – Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines has asked businesses and local governments to protect homegrown products from being misused or misrepresented. IPO Philippines director general Adrian Cristobal Jr. said these homegrown products could be considered “geographic indications” (GI), which give localities where they were created distinct identities.

Cristobal likened GIs to foreign imported products like champagne of France, Mexico’s tequila and the jasmine rice of Thailand. As part of the Philippine government’s effort to enforce stronger protection on GIs, some local governments have started to register unique GIs under the “Collective or Community” trademarks of the IPO Philippines.

Among those that have filed for trademarks are the Sarangani province for its golden mangoes; Bulacan for its homemade sweets and Tarlac for its organic products. “Properly managed Philippine GIs can promote local community and regional development. More importantly they can nurture local and national pride,” Cristobal said in a statement.

Cristobal has also urged government offices to go to the closest IPO Philippines field operation units under the agency’s satellite offices (IPSO) located in Cebu, Davao, Angeles and Legazpi City. He said that application for intellectual property ownership has increased since the IPSO was established. In 2008, a total of 139 applications were recorded. For the first quarter of this year, there were already 120 IP applications filed, he added.

Emotero ka Dex, diyan sa avatar mo. Hahaha!

http://i451.photobucket.com/albums/qq237/joylatog/IMG_0248.jpg

Love this shot!

i don't know if it's true but i've heard this from a friend, yung job fair daw sa June 12, ay hindi na gagawin sa embacadero instead sa Albay astrodome na lang, don't tell me iuurong na naman ang opening nang emb.:ohno: wag naman sana.

St. Dominic de Guzman Church
Sto. Domingo, Albay
by Paolo Arroyo (http://www.flickr.com/photos/marbleplaty/)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3661/3559794178_482f3c3930_o.jpg

Emotero ka Dex, diyan sa avatar mo. Hahaha!

:lol:

Mga friends, I am here in Baguio for a week-long seminar. Maliputon pag banggi pero pag aldaw mainit. Not the same Baguio we had known for years. We went to wagwagan, konti lang namimili. Konti turista.

Yup, iba na ang init sa Baguio lalo na pag summer.

Dipungal Pading Romy, pig-ororonan pa sana kasubago na masakat sa Mayon, yaon ka na duman tolos. Tapos dai nag-aloy, pauli ka na naman. Grabe magdalangan an imagination mo.

Congratulations for this very nice essay. Great literary piece. It will definitely inspire all of us here to be even more conscious of our beloved Albay.

CHEERS! :cheers:

Marhay na Albay saimo pading gary.I just remembered how it felt like trekking up the Mayon, then I was there.:lol: grabe an pagkaildaw ko sa pagtukad. May nakaunabi sakuya,bako na daw magayon magtukad sa vera falls ta may road na leading to the spot?and what ever happened to that beautiful place called Amater? mga padi, any updates? magayon man giraray?

;37265340']I enjoyed reading your article! Matibayon ka palan magsurat, Pading Romy :okay:

Salamat pading dx asin magayagayang Albay saimo, although uncalled for,my apologies for the "Date in Asia" post. It was not supposed to render embarrassment to great city and people of Ligao.It seems some people took it out of context. Marhay na baga ang naga- self regulate.
:yes:

talaga pading romy ah.hehe..ok na ok padi, enjoy ako magbasa kan essay mo..cheerz!!:cheers::cheers:

Matuninong na Albay saimo pading brandon! salamat arog baga kaan an creativity kan mga aki kan bulkan:lol:

pading romy kaya pa ba kang tuhod mo mag tukad sa mayon?hehe

Kayang kaya! basta ugwang Arthricin, dai maragatuk an mga tuhod ko:lol:

Aw iyo baga... marhay na Albay man saimo! Hona ko baga nag-post ka man ki profile mo duman.... hahahaha.

Narumduman ko na naman su expression, "an pandok mo ngaya gari tinaraka sa bunton!" :eek2: :eek2: :eek2:

:lol: maligaun ka lola felice.:lol:

;37275498']IPO wants better protection for RP products (http://business.inquirer.net/money/breakingnews/view/20090525-207046/IPO-wants-better-protection-for-RP-products)
By Alexander Villafania, INQUIRER.net
First Posted 16:56:00 05/25/2009

MANILA, Philippines – Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines has asked businesses and local governments to protect homegrown products from being misused or misrepresented. IPO Philippines director general Adrian Cristobal Jr. said these homegrown products could be considered “geographic indications” (GI), which give localities where they were created distinct identities.

Cristobal likened GIs to foreign imported products like champagne of France, Mexico’s tequila and the jasmine rice of Thailand. As part of the Philippine government’s effort to enforce stronger protection on GIs, some local governments have started to register unique GIs under the “Collective or Community” trademarks of the IPO Philippines.

Among those that have filed for trademarks are the Sarangani province for its golden mangoes; Bulacan for its homemade sweets and Tarlac for its organic products. “Properly managed Philippine GIs can promote local community and regional development. More importantly they can nurture local and national pride,” Cristobal said in a statement.

Cristobal has also urged government offices to go to the closest IPO Philippines field operation units under the agency’s satellite offices (IPSO) located in Cebu, Davao, Angeles and Legazpi City. He said that application for intellectual property ownership has increased since the IPSO was established. In 2008, a total of 139 applications were recorded. For the first quarter of this year, there were already 120 IP applications filed, he added.

I strongly agree on this effort. We'd be better off to ensure that our homegrown products are legally protected from unscrupulous business practices the likes of China. Gabos na sanang produkto iarog kan china. I remembered an article i read about these beautiful wicker lamps by that cebuano designer kevin (cobopue?), It was featured in a trade show in hongkong and within the month,china was exporting the lamps in volume to the international markets. Kaya man magkaparandok iyan mga chekwa ta payt ang koropyan asin piracy sainda.pag nagpa china ka dai ka nanngad magpara-baragbarag, ta in a week,dakulun ka na dyan. . May kasabihan baga:" God made the world in seven days. after that..all was made in China".

Marhay na aga saimo pading Romy! Human cloning na palan yan hehehe.

Kenneth Cobonpue is the right name

Marhay na aga saimo pading Romy! Human cloning na palan yan hehehe.

Kenneth Cobonpue is the right name

Ata na pading leo, an format kan mga pandok kan mga intsik naka template. Sa Pag babaye, 3 options:

Lucy Liu, Vera Wang o Pokwang

pag lalake ugwang 4 options:

Jackie Chan, Jet Li , Samo Hung o Celoy Chan.





Salamat,Kenneth Cobonpue man nanggad padi.

^^:lol::lol::lol:

http://i686.photobucket.com/albums/vv225/leo98/aerial-legazpi.jpg

pic courtesy of Oliver Gianan

^^ The seat of power of Albay and legazpi City..and the future seat of power of the bicol region.hehe

http://i686.photobucket.com/albums/vv225/leo98/aerial-legazpi.jpg

pic courtesy of Oliver Gianan

^One of my fave photos of the city because there's no other photo with the same angle and vantage point hehe. Unless someone would be lucky enough to get on a low-flying plane (or helicopter) and take some new aerial shots. hehe

I've not been here for just a while BUT wow, i just couldn't relate with the new topics. hahah...

just a suggestion though: I think it would be better to put up a separate heritage thread for Legazpi. I think we have more than enough to post there now that a lot of us are already interested with Albay's past. This is just a suggestion though, hehe...


I agree ayawu. We have been on culture and heritage here for sometime and it was both very enlightening and nostalgic. I really enjoyed reading the posts this past few days. But I think it's really about time to have a separate thread for this so we can focus more our discussion here on the concept that is really meant for this thread.

^Yes, I agree too. There is so much to be discovered, rediscovered, discussed and cherished. Anyone can do the honors of starting a new thread about Albay's Architecture, Culture and Arts at the Photography, Heritage and Architecture Sub-forum (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/forumdisplay.php?f=733). :) Thanks!

Marhay na Albay saimo pading gary.I just remembered how it felt like trekking up the Mayon, then I was there.:lol: grabe an pagkaildaw ko sa pagtukad. May nakaunabi sakuya,bako na daw magayon magtukad sa vera falls ta may road na leading to the spot?and what ever happened to that beautiful place called Amater? mga padi, any updates? magayon man giraray?

Salamat pading dx asin magayagayang Albay saimo, although uncalled for,my apologies for the "Date in Asia" post. It was not supposed to render embarrassment to great city and people of Ligao.It seems some people took it out of context. Marhay na baga ang naga- self regulate.
:yes:



Marhay na Albay man saimo, Pading Romy. Hehe. Dai na ako nakakadyan sa Amater. That used to be a favorite excursion spot for the family. Hehe. Ano na daw kamugtakan kaini.

I strongly agree on this effort. We'd be better off to ensure that our homegrown products are legally protected from unscrupulous business practices the likes of China. Gabos na sanang produkto iarog kan china. I remembered an article i read about these beautiful wicker lamps by that cebuano designer kevin (cobopue?), It was featured in a trade show in hongkong and within the month,china was exporting the lamps in volume to the international markets. Kaya man magkaparandok iyan mga chekwa ta payt ang koropyan asin piracy sainda.pag nagpa china ka dai ka nanngad magpara-baragbarag, ta in a week,dakulun ka na dyan. . May kasabihan baga:" God made the world in seven days. after that..all was made in China".

^:lol: Haha, madakulon palan.

Hala, maglikay ka kang terms ta baad madagit sato ang mga tugang 'tang Filipino-Chinese. :)

;37313672']Marhay na Albay man saimo, Pading Romy. Hehe. Dai na ako nakakadyan sa Amater. That used to be a favorite excursion spot for the family. Hehe. Ano na daw kamugtakan kaini.



^:lol: Haha, madakulon palan.

Hala, maglikay ka kang terms ta baad madagit sato ang mga tugang 'tang Filipino-Chinese. :)

Maogmang Albay Pading dx. ang FIL-CHIs bako naman intsik, They're filipinos na.I've got lots of these sorts as friends and business acquaintances.they also despise the practices of the mainlanders. even the hongkong people hate them due to their uncivilized nature. Sa mga tugang ming singkit na mga albayano...salamat sa siopao buda chakoy.hehe:)

As for qualified topics for the thread, I agree with everybody that we should not lose sight of the original intent of the thread to keep it consistent.Though it wouldn't hurt if a little bit of the feature content makes the the thread interesting and fun.The informative aspects must not be taken for granted. :)

^^ The seat of power of Albay and legazpi City..and the future seat of power of the bicol region.hehe

YeahYeahYeah!:pepper::pepper::pepper:

Center of Bicol mga padi! nothing will stop this development, not man ..nor nature. Iyan an Albay..luway-luway,pero duun!:applause:

YeahYeahYeah!:pepper::pepper::pepper:

Center of Bicol mga padi! nothing will stop this development, not man ..nor nature. Iyan an Albay..luway-luway,pero duun!:applause:



magayon pagdangugon an


regarding amater, magayon na so amater wunyan pig improve naman so facilities nya. tapos linagan na ki tulay so palaog duman (bako itong so spillway) so ngarangaan nanggad kan gate ninda

Maogmang Albay Pading dx. ang FIL-CHIs bako naman intsik, They're filipinos na.I've got lots of these sorts as friends and business acquaintances.they also despise the practices of the mainlanders. even the hongkong people hate them due to their uncivilized nature. Sa mga tugang ming singkit na mga albayano...salamat sa siopao buda chakoy.hehe:)

As for qualified topics for the thread, I agree with everybody that we should not lose sight of the original intent of the thread to keep it consistent.Though it wouldn't hurt if a little bit of the feature content makes the the thread interesting and fun.The informative aspects must not be taken for granted. :)

^^ true..ang intsik sa atin ay parang black or hispanic americans sa US...they are filipinos of chinese origin nga lang,pero filipino pa rin..hehe

YeahYeahYeah!:pepper::pepper::pepper:

Center of Bicol mga padi! nothing will stop this development, not man ..nor nature. Iyan an Albay..luway-luway,pero duun!:applause:

^^:lol::lol::lol:


Ngayon ko lang narealized na every district palan kan Albay may city:

1st District: Tabaco City
2nd District: Legazpi City
3rd District: Ligao City

Ang galing ng Albay!!! Next aim dapat is to make these 3 cities achieve the 1st class status...:banana::cheers::banana:

Maogmang Albay Pading dx. ang FIL-CHIs bako naman intsik, They're filipinos na.I've got lots of these sorts as friends and business acquaintances.they also despise the practices of the mainlanders. even the hongkong people hate them due to their uncivilized nature. Sa mga tugang ming singkit na mga albayano...salamat sa siopao buda chakoy.hehe:)

As for qualified topics for the thread, I agree with everybody that we should not lose sight of the original intent of the thread to keep it consistent.Though it wouldn't hurt if a little bit of the feature content makes the the thread interesting and fun.The informative aspects must not be taken for granted. :)



Tama ka Pading Romy. Paminsan dapat may mga diit na features na magurulok kita. An lina'ga' bagang karne bakong masiram pag daing verdura. :lol:

joroan, Tiwi Albay


http://i451.photobucket.com/albums/qq237/joylatog/IMG_0244.jpg

I strongly agree on this effort. We'd be better off to ensure that our homegrown products are legally protected from unscrupulous business practices the likes of China. Gabos na sanang produkto iarog kan china. I remembered an article i read about these beautiful wicker lamps by that cebuano designer kevin (cobopue?), It was featured in a trade show in hongkong and within the month,china was exporting the lamps in volume to the international markets. Kaya man magkaparandok iyan mga chekwa ta payt ang koropyan asin piracy sainda.pag nagpa china ka dai ka nanngad magpara-baragbarag, ta in a week,dakulun ka na dyan. . May kasabihan baga:" God made the world in seven days. after that..all was made in China".

makangingisi ka pading romy!!! tama, ang mga intsik magkarawung. makauyam ngani ta naging singkit ako. weheheh...

http://i686.photobucket.com/albums/vv225/leo98/mayon-1.jpg

striderv (http://www.flickr.com/photos/striderv/2810717650)

http://i686.photobucket.com/albums/vv225/leo98/vintagecagsawa.jpg

Matalahib pa!


Mari Mari Mari (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14993756@N03/3050195892/)

http://i686.photobucket.com/albums/vv225/leo98/vintagecagsawa.jpg

Matalahib pa!


Mari Mari Mari (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14993756@N03/3050195892/)

Very nice. Thanks for sharing. The old belfry is almost engulfed by weeds and shrubs.

Tama ka Pading Romy. Paminsan dapat may mga diit na features na magurulok kita. An lina'ga' bagang karne bakong masiram pag daing verdura. :lol:

Maogmang Albay Pading Gary! Masiraamun an nilagang baka, may verdurang pechay buda linsa.nagutom lugod ako hehe:lol:

makangingisi ka pading romy!!! tama, ang mga intsik magkarawung. makauyam ngani ta naging singkit ako. weheheh...

Marhay na Albay saimo padi kong ayawu! Singkit man ako, maray ngani an ta dipisil masuklat. ugaring pag nagangisi kita ga turog na aroan ta piyungun na.:)

http://i686.photobucket.com/albums/vv225/leo98/mayon-1.jpg

striderv (http://www.flickr.com/photos/striderv/2810717650)

http://i686.photobucket.com/albums/vv225/leo98/vintagecagsawa.jpg

Matalahib pa!


Mari Mari Mari (http://www.flickr.com/photos/14993756@N03/3050195892/)

Beautiful. Absolutely Majestic! Pading Leo, where can I pull out vintage copies of Mayon pictures? I'd like to include it on the Mayon tour we've planned for september. anong circa daw ining mga pics na ini? Wonderful.:applause:

Maogmang Albay Pading Gary! Masiraamun an nilagang baka, may verdurang pechay buda linsa.nagutom lugod ako hehe:lol:


Haha, pakabasa ko naman kaining 'verdura' :lol:



Marhay na Albay saimo padi kong ayawu! Singkit man ako, maray ngani an ta dipisil masuklat. ugaring pag nagangisi kita ga turog na aroan ta piyungun na.:)


:lol: turog na aroan, hahaha. yugon mo yon??

;37361896']Very nice. Thanks for sharing. The old belfry is almost engulfed by weeds and shrubs.

You're welcome Dx. Sayo ako natuto maghalukay sa flickr hehehe.



Beautiful. Absolutely Majestic! Pading Leo, where can I pull out vintage copies of Mayon pictures? I'd like to include it on the Mayon tour we've planned for september. anong circa daw ining mga pics na ini? Wonderful.:applause:

Marhay na aga saimo pading Romy. Mas gwapo ka dyan sa bago mong avatar :lol:. I

Dae ko aram kung saen makakakua ki vintage pics of mayon. I found that pic in flickr. AFAIK warang vintage pics kang mababakal sa Cagsawa ruins site. Maybe you can ask some people at the Daraga tourism council

You're welcome Dx. Sayo ako natuto maghalukay sa flickr hehehe.



Marhay na aga saimo pading Romy. Mas gwapo ka dyan sa bago mong avatar :lol:. I

Dae ko aram kung saen makakakua ki vintage pics of mayon. I found that pic in flickr. AFAIK warang vintage pics kang mababakal sa Cagsawa ruins site. Maybe you can ask some people at the Daraga tourism council

Haha. Thanks.. Tamang-tama may sadit na collection ako ki mga lumang ritrato kang Mayon.



Beautiful. Absolutely Majestic! Pading Leo, where can I pull out vintage copies of Mayon pictures? I'd like to include it on the Mayon tour we've planned for september. anong circa daw ining mga pics na ini? Wonderful.:applause:

Here are some of the old photos of Mayon that I've collected through the years of scouring the net. :lol: I'm sure there are still more vintage photos out there, resting in some old baul, just waiting to be scanned, digitized and shared to the whole world. :colgate:

I hope these photos are already in the public domain, kasi wala na akong mahanap na source na iaattribute.

http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/6730/3046341949eac39c07b1b.jpg

http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/2842/cgs00007pg0.jpg

http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/1633/mayoneruption18141.jpg

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/6837/mayoneruption1928no2.jpg

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/6684/mayoneruption1928r.jpg

http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/4600/mayoneruption1928.jpg

http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/3949/phillipinespostcard2.jpg

http://img45.imageshack.us/img45/2692/natgeomayonlegazpitr7.jpg

More vintage photos of Albay :colgate:

;25161074']
Meanwhile, let's take a trip back to the past

Images from the Philippine leg of the 1905 Mission to Asia headed by then Sec. W. H. Taft (who later became the 27th President of the United States). Legazpi was one of the towns/cities Sec. Taft and his party visited (aside from Manila, Iloilo, Bacolod, Cebu, Tacloban, Zamboanga, Jolo, Sorsogon and others)

http://img391.imageshack.us/img391/8744/ph5501mayonextinctvolcaui4.jpg
Legazpi port and Mt. Mayon

http://img391.imageshack.us/img391/5122/ph5303pieratlegaspivg2.jpg
the caption says this was taken "at the Legazpi pier". but the tall structure in the center looks like the Albay Cathedral

http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/1001/ph5401nativeconstabularnb8.jpg
Native constabulary in Legazpi (I wonder where this picture was taken, my guess is the Rizal St/Albay Capitol area where DWCL now stands)

http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/7940/ph5104ontheroadbetweenlor9.jpg
on the road between the towns of Albay and Legazpi

More images here (http://www.ohiohistory.org/taftimages/emAlbum.cgi?cmd=show_thumbs&path=Phillippines&img=0&page=1&tn=1)

Images of the Kawa-Kawa Hill in Ligao

http://www.kawakawa.com.ph/images/stories/view_from_the_crater/1024/p1000189.jpg
http://www.kawakawa.com.ph/images/stories/foggy_day_at_the_crater/1024/kawaexclusive105.jpg
http://www.kawakawa.com.ph/images/stories/crater/1024/p1000150.jpg
http://www.kawakawa.com.ph/images/stories/crater/1024/p1000190.jpg
^Kawakawa crater in Barangay Tuburan. (http://www.kawakawa.com.ph/)

;37364290']

:lol: turog na aroan, hahaha. yugon mo yon??

Marhay na Albay Pading Dx,Magayun baga ipag-visualize an turog na aroan. may inapot ako kaan na amigo,kun ano an english kan aroan. arowanna daa.daing datang amigo. :ohno: any news from our beautiful home by the fiery mountain and the sea?



Marhay na aga saimo pading Romy. Mas gwapo ka dyan sa bago mong avatar :lol:.

Dae ko aram kung saen makakakua ki vintage pics of mayon. I found that pic in flickr. AFAIK warang vintage pics kang mababakal sa Cagsawa ruins site. Maybe you can ask some people at the Daraga tourism council

Sarong Uhaaaah! ni Nana Sopy saimo Pading Leo, nagpaupaw man muna ako sa D'Saint ta gari na kurakpaw an buhok ko.sinabay ko na man pa trim kan bigote, ta kinse pesos man sana an idagdag...mucho simpatiko na naman an itsura ko. Bwahahaha! paliguan ang mga babae!,Halughugin ang kagubatan,patayin si Flavio!!:horse::guns1::devil:

will try to contact them(the council) when i get to legazpi on sunday.Salamat padi.:)

Wow!Whoa!!! Salamat Pading Dx! this'll really help. saving vintage pics now.

Mga padi, share ko lang an newly released mtv ko.:lol:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq6PCPGnrFI

Marhay na Aldaw saindo gabos!!!

nariparo ko baya na bagong tusar si pading romy. marayrahay baya ta lumininig ka baga sa itsura mo.

;37364854']Haha. Thanks.. Tamang-tama may sadit na collection ako ki mga lumang ritrato kang Mayon.



Here are some of the old photos of Mayon that I've collected through the years of scouring the net. :lol: I'm sure there are still more vintage photos out there, resting in some old baul, just waiting to be scanned, digitized and shared to the whole world. :colgate:

I hope these photos are already in the public domain, kasi wala na akong mahanap na source na iaattribute.

http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/6730/3046341949eac39c07b1b.jpg

http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/2842/cgs00007pg0.jpg

http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/1633/mayoneruption18141.jpg

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/6837/mayoneruption1928no2.jpg

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/6684/mayoneruption1928r.jpg

http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/4600/mayoneruption1928.jpg

http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/3949/phillipinespostcard2.jpg

http://img45.imageshack.us/img45/2692/natgeomayonlegazpitr7.jpg

wow!!!! these are very nice vintage photos Mayon and Legazpi City....ganito pala ang hitsura ng Mayon dati...galing!!!:banana:

http://tourism.albay.gov.ph/images/endheka5.jpg

Sa buang, Tabaco city daw ito...kita sa internet..hehe

really is getting very difficult to read stuff here now so im gonna bounce. bye folks.

Maogmang Albay Pading Gary! Masiraamun an nilagang baka, may verdurang pechay buda linsa.nagutom lugod ako hehe:lol:



Marhay na Albay saimo padi kong ayawu! Singkit man ako,

:lol::lol::lol:...mala an pading romy singkit na baga ngonyan ang nagbibida-bida sa mga sex candal:lol::lol:

kung sabihon kong dae na ako namomoot

Kung sa sarong sampaling nin hangin ika maghapot:
“Namomotan mo ako?”
Mangirit ako sa langit asin ma-uring-uding:
“Natatakot ako.”
Gari ako panganurong nakasuknong nin kadagatan
Alagad an puso mo gari sapang na pinakipot nin lapnos
Baad pag buminulos ako maukab an saimong pangpang
Imbes na tumalobo, baad an puso mo logod malamos.
Kaya kung sa daguldol nin kabanggihan ika maghapot
“Namamomotan mo ako?”
Hahadukan ta ka asin sa mata ko tataramong:
“Pinupugol ko.”
Baad sa kahaluyan nakaukod akong saimo dae magtaram
Nin mga bagay manongod sa pagkamoot asin buhay
Hanggang dae pa ako handang dumugo nin tunay
Maski na ngani ang kasilensiyuhan, luway akong ginagadan.

:lol::lol::lol:...mala an pading romy singkit na baga ngonyan ang nagbibida-bida sa mga sex candal:lol::lol:

Ay pading brandon. halabaon na iristoryan iyan. that's meant for two cases of beer na mga scandal na yan. abo ko daw mag comment.hehe:nuts:
[QUOTE=Oasnun;37370346]kung sabihon kong dae na ako namomoot

uy pading oasnun,i know the guy(?) personally.kamusta na daw an?


Pangapodan: In consideration to matteo and a lot of others reading this thread, I believe we can find it in our hearts to keep our posts in bicol and tagalog as minimal as possible. Although I'm one who prefer to post in our local tongue, I see that this poses a difficulty to other forumers.As so, I hope we are in unanimous agreement to keep our bikol/tagalog posts at a minimal and if needed let us do others the favor of translating said posts to english .I implore everybody's progressive logic and understanding.

All in Agreement say Aye?

^^aye agree pading romy!!...Lets have our conversations and posts in english for the benefit of our brothers living abroad...

On the basis of their respective Average Annual Income for CYs 2004-2007, as certified to by the Commission on Audit, the new classification of Bicol provinces, effective July 29,2008, shall be as follows:

1. CAMARINES SUR - 770.956 million (1st class)
2. Albay - 603.855 million (1st class)
3. Masbate - 474.044 million (1st class)

4. Sorsogon - 430.482 million (2nd class)
5. Camarines Norte - 385.447 million (2nd class)

6. Catanduanes - 276.553 million (3rd class)

Consequently, pursuant to Section 2 of the aforementioned Department Order No. 23-08, the classification of Provinces shall be based on the income brackets,a s follows:

First Class - 450 million or more

Second Class - 360 million or more 450 million

Third Class - 270 million or more but les than 360 million

Fourth Class - 180 million or more but less than 270 million

Fifth Class - 90 million or more but less than 180 million

Sixth Class - Below 90 million

Source: Bureau of Local Government Finance

Ay pading brandon. halabaon na iristoryan iyan. that's meant for two cases of beer na mga scandal na yan. abo ko daw mag comment.hehe:nuts:

uy pading oasnun,i know the guy(?) personally.kamusta na daw an?


Pangapodan: In consideration to matteo and a lot of others reading this thread, I believe we can find it in our hearts to keep our posts in bicol and tagalog as minimal as possible. Although I'm one who prefer to post in our local tongue, I see that this poses a difficulty to other forumers.As so, I hope we are in unanimous agreement to keep our bikol/tagalog posts at a minimal and if needed let us do others the favor of translating said posts to english. I implore everybody's progressive logic and understanding.

All in Agreement say Aye?

Aye. :) And not just for Matt, but for everyone who drops by our thread once in a while -- both non-Bicolanos and Bicolanos who are not anymore familiar with the language.

;37373554']Aye. :) And not just for Matt, but for everyone who drops by our thread once in a while -- both non-Bicolanos and Bicolanos who are not anymore familiar with the language.

Aye...

kung sabihon kong dae na ako namomoot

Kung sa sarong sampaling nin hangin ika maghapot:
“Namomotan mo ako?”
Mangirit ako sa langit asin ma-uring-uding:
“Natatakot ako.”
Gari ako panganurong nakasuknong nin kadagatan
Alagad an puso mo gari sapang na pinakipot nin lapnos
Baad pag buminulos ako maukab an saimong pangpang
Imbes na tumalobo, baad an puso mo logod malamos.
Kaya kung sa daguldol nin kabanggihan ika maghapot
“Namamomotan mo ako?”
Hahadukan ta ka asin sa mata ko tataramong:
“Pinupugol ko.”
Baad sa kahaluyan nakaukod akong saimo dae magtaram
Nin mga bagay manongod sa pagkamoot asin buhay
Hanggang dae pa ako handang dumugo nin tunay
Maski na ngani ang kasilensiyuhan, luway akong ginagadan.

Here's an excellent translation by dtn (http://discipletonone.i.ph/blogs/discipletonone/2008/10/04/physio-dreams-tricycles-juvies/):

If I claim I no longer love

If in a gush, an onrush of otherwise soft breeze, you would ask:
“Do you love me?”
I’d smile to the heavens and speak under my breath:
“I am afraid.”
I feel as if I hold command over the oceans,
but your heart feels like a stream narrowed by eroded earth
And if I rushed to you, your banks might break;
your heart might whelm, instead of dance
to my current… So if in the shroud of midnight you would ask:
“Do you love me?”
I’d plant a kiss and in your eye I would say,
“I’m holding it back.”
Maybe in time I’d learn not to speak to you
Of things about love, or life
But until I stand ready to bleed…
Even as silence leisurely kills me;
(I will keep my lips pursed).

^^ wow..very nice poem.

On the basis of their respective Average Annual Income for CYs 2004-2007, as certified to by the Commission on Audit, the new classification of Bicol provinces, effective July 29,2008, shall be as follows:

1. CAMARINES SUR - 770.956 million (1st class)
2. Albay - 603.855 million (1st class)
3. Masbate - 474.044 million (1st class)

4. Sorsogon - 430.482 million (2nd class)
5. Camarines Norte - 385.447 million (2nd class)

6. Catanduanes - 276.553 million (3rd class)

Consequently, pursuant to Section 2 of the aforementioned Department Order No. 23-08, the classification of Provinces shall be based on the income brackets,a s follows:

First Class - 450 million or more

Second Class - 360 million or more 450 million

Third Class - 270 million or more but les than 360 million

Fourth Class - 180 million or more but less than 270 million

Fifth Class - 90 million or more but less than 180 million

Sixth Class - Below 90 million

Source: Bureau of Local Government Finance

^^ Thanks hakz for this data...is this for CY 2008?

^^ wow..very nice poem.



^^ Thanks hakz for this data...is this for CY 2008?

yes brandon...next reclassification will be on 2012....

^^ ok thanks..i hope by 2012 all bicol region provinces are members of the billionaires' club provinces of the philipines...para lahat first class..hehe

for cities:

(basis was the Average Annual Income from calendar years 2004-2007 as certified by the Commission on Audit)

1. Naga City - 366.972 million (2nd class)
2. Legazpi City - 347.803 million (2nd class)

3. Sorsogon City - 285.595 million (3rd class)

4. Ligao City - 232.593 million (4th class)
5. Masbate City - 210.246 million (4th class)
6. Iriga City - 209.556 million (4th class)
7. Tabaco City - 202.515 million (4th class)

Consequently, pursuant to Section 2 of the aforementioned Department Order No. 23-08, the classification of cities shall be based on the income brackets,as follows:

First Class - 400 million or more

Second Class - 320 million or more 400 million

Third Class - 240 million or more but less than 320 million

Fourth Class - 160 million or more but less than 240 million

Fifth Class - 80 million or more but less than 160 million

Sixth Class - Below 80 million

Source: Bureau of Local Government Finance

^^ ok thanks..i hope by 2012 all bicol region provinces are members of the billionaires' club provinces of the philipines...para lahat first class..hehe

i hope so...

More vintage photos of Legazpi

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r244/Legazpeep/Aftrdgreatfire-2-12-20.jpg
^That's the old St. Raphael Church (it was rebuilt after WWII)

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r244/Legazpeep/Stilianopulosbldg-3.jpg

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r244/Legazpeep/Stilianopulosbldg-1.jpg
^Stilianopolous Bldg along Rizal St.

Photos courtesy of Monsi :)

And vintage print ads and a news clipping

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r244/Legazpeep/PALLegaspiCebuAdvertBicolMail21Jan1.jpg

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r244/Legazpeep/LCC1980.jpg

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r244/Legazpeep/PNRinBicolMail1968.jpg

Also courtesy of Monsi

Old PNR Ads featuring Mayon

http://img380.imageshack.us/img380/6765/mrrad1928ez7.jpg

http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/8497/mrcad1923ny9.jpg

http://img511.imageshack.us/img511/1405/mrcad1921ma3.jpg

Source (http://aponihandiong.blogspot.com/2008/09/nostalgia-railroad-ads-of-past.html)

for cities:

(basis was the Average Annual Income from calendar years 2004-2007 as certified by the Commission on Audit)

1. Naga City - 366.972 million (2nd class)
2. Legazpi City - 347.803 million (2nd class)

3. Sorsogon City - 285.595 million (3rd class)

4. Ligao City - 232.593 million (4th class)
5. Masbate City - 210.246 million (4th class)
6. Iriga City - 209.556 million (4th class)
7. Tabaco City - 202.515 million (4th class)

Consequently, pursuant to Section 2 of the aforementioned Department Order No. 23-08, the classification of cities shall be based on the income brackets,as follows:

First Class - 400 million or more

Second Class - 320 million or more 400 million

Third Class - 240 million or more but less than 320 million

Fourth Class - 160 million or more but less than 240 million

Fifth Class - 80 million or more but less than 160 million

Sixth Class - Below 80 million

Source: Bureau of Local Government Finance

wow..hope by 2012 these bicol cities will be members of the billionaires club cities in the philippines...thanks hakz

;37374514']Old PNR Ads featuring Mayon

http://img380.imageshack.us/img380/6765/mrrad1928ez7.jpg

http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/8497/mrcad1923ny9.jpg

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very nice....i love these vintage photos and clips:banana:

It's funny to note that a train ride to legazpi costs a little more than a kilo of rice before. I used to take business trips legazpi to manila and back with as little as 500 pesos in my pocket.whew, how things change.By the way, for those who have plans to go to bicol from manila and back,Cebu Pacific's got good deals.I got my two way tickets at 2,300 pesos. almost the same as getting there by bus.

Nice vintage posts!

^^Gee...the son of mayon will be going home!! hehe...don't forget to bring with you your kodak ha....hehe

It's funny to note that a train ride to legazpi costs a little more than a kilo of rice before. I used to take business trips legazpi to manila and back with as little as 500 pesos in my pocket.whew, how things change.By the way, for those who have plans to go to bicol from manila and back,Cebu Pacific's got good deals.I got my two way tickets at 2,300 pesos. almost the same as getting there by bus.

Nice vintage posts!

:lol: P46.36 for a round-trip first class trip to Legazpi. Unreal. lol

Yeah, don't forget to snap some shots for us. :colgate:

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I like the vintage flat irons transformed into plant pots. Iyo pa ang tigagamit ming plantsa sa harong. Tipid sa kuryente. hehe

^^ yup tipid sa kuryente..but its too heavy for a flat iron...

^^Gee...the son of mayon will be going home!! hehe...don't forget to bring with you your kodak ha....hehe

YeahYeahYeah:pepper::pepper::pepper: Will do Pading Brandon.Will be home for 3 days or so.Maaprubetsaran ko lamang an Balay Cena Unang iyan.Kodak and Canon..check!

;37375200']:lol: P46.36 for a round-trip first class trip to Legazpi. Unreal. lol

Yeah, don't forget to snap some shots for us. :colgate:

Yeah, with that rate i'll be home everyday.hehe! Makanamit naman ki Palusag!

Pangapodan: In consideration to matteo and a lot of others reading this thread, I believe we can find it in our hearts to keep our posts in bicol and tagalog as minimal as possible. Although I'm one who prefer to post in our local tongue, I see that this poses a difficulty to other forumers.As so, I hope we are in unanimous agreement to keep our bikol/tagalog posts at a minimal and if needed let us do others the favor of translating said posts to english .I implore everybody's progressive logic and understanding.

All in Agreement say Aye?[/QUOTE]



AYE.

[QUOTE='[dx];37374514']Old PNR Ads featuring Mayon



This ad should be in the forties or early fifties. In the late fifties up to the late sixties, regular fare in the Bicol Express was only P10.00 one way in Economy Class and about P17.00 on 1st Class (non-aircon) and P24 on aircon. In the mid-sixties, the Mayon Limited was introduced and the fare for Economy was only P13.15 one way. Aircon coach was I think less than P30. Plane fare was I think about P40 to P50. If my memory doesn't fail me again, the Mayon Limited only stopped in Polangui, Iriga, Naga, Lucena then the Paco Station, Sta. Mesa then Tutuban. On the other hand the Bicol Express stops in all the stations so sometime the trip takes 16 to 20 hours while the Mayon Ltd. takes only 10 to 11 hours. So you will note that the P3.15 difference in fare already meant a lot.

The jeepney fare on the Daraga-Legazpi route was P0.05. :)

^^ cinco sentimos...grabe...sixties- so marcos era?

Vibrant travel sector boosts tourism-related investments in RP (http://www.gmanews.tv/story/121243/Vibrant-travel-sector-boosts-tourism-related-investments-in-RP)

09/18/2008 | 04:53 PM

Email this | Email the Editor | Print | ShareThisMANILA, Philippines - The country's vibrant travel sector has attracted multi-billion pesos worth of investments in tourism development projects, the government said.

Data from the Department of Tourism showed that investments in the hospitality, wellness and leisure sectors amounted to P9.1 billion in the first half of the year.

The projects include construction of the following tourism facilities: LKY Hotel, (formerly Mayon Hotel) in Legazpi City, Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort and Spa in Lapu-Lapu City, Microtel Inns and Suites in Cabanatuan, Park Bed & Breakfast Hotel & Restaurant in Pasay, and Hotel Kimikarlai in Cagayan, ABC Apartel in Angeles, Hotel Vida Resort Complex in Pampanga, Paseo Premiere Hotel in Laguna, and Bahia de Baler Garden Resort in Aurora.

Expansion programs are planned for Shangri-La Mactan in Cebu, Eastbay Arts Recreational Tourism Zone in Rizal; Country Inn Hotel and Restaurant in Cagayan, Manila Ocean Park, Sabin Resorts and Development Corporation in Lapu-lapu; while modernization of Peninsula Manila, Makati Medical City, and The Medical City is set.

"These projects confirm the stark investor confidence that the country continuously enjoys. We fully advocate immediate action on said projects to further boost the economy," Tourism Secretary Joseph H Durano said in a statement.

Durano also emphasized the significance of tourism developments in opening up other investment prospects involving infrastructures in air, land and water.

Ma. Victoria Jasmin, Head of the DOT Tourism Investments Promotions Group and the concurrent director of the Office of Tourism Standards added that, "Construction and completion of these ventures are expected to generate additional jobs as the tourism industry remains one of the biggest employment resources in the country."

The expansion of Shangri-La Mactan comprises refurbishing of 111 rooms, including a restaurant, function room, spa, and an outdoor swimming pool. The Peninsula Manila, on the other hand, will refurbish its 294 rooms.

Triple class A resort Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort and Spa will build 558 units as part of its condotel accommodation. The LKY Hotel meanwhile, is a deluxe hotel set to construct 115 rooms.

Microtel Inns and Suites, will open 50 rooms in Cabanatuan City. Hotel Vida Resort Complex inside Clark Freeport Zone is going to be a deluxe class hotel with 123 rooms, swimming pool, function room, water theme park and convention center. Medical City will construct additional 250 hospital rooms.

Upon registration with the Bureau of Investments, tourism endorsed projects are eligible to avail of an income tax holiday for four to six years, and duty-free importation of selected capital equipment for operation of accommodations and facilities. - Cheryl M. Arcibal, GMANews.TV

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^^ So the intent was to make a 115 rooms out of the LKY Hotel...if everything will come out as planned..then its great to have a 115 room deluxe hotel in legazpi city..:)

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^^ i found this on the internet and its beautiful!:)

Whoever took this picture..just want you to know that its a great shot!

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On the basis of their respective Average Annual Income for CYs 2004-2007, as certified to by the Commission on Audit, the new classification of Bicol provinces, effective July 29,2008, shall be as follows:

1. CAMARINES SUR - 770.956 million (1st class)
2. Albay - 603.855 million (1st class)
3. Masbate - 474.044 million (1st class)

4. Sorsogon - 430.482 million (2nd class)
5. Camarines Norte - 385.447 million (2nd class)

6. Catanduanes - 276.553 million (3rd class)

Consequently, pursuant to Section 2 of the aforementioned Department Order No. 23-08, the classification of Provinces shall be based on the income brackets,a s follows:

First Class - 450 million or more

Second Class - 360 million or more 450 million

Third Class - 270 million or more but les than 360 million

Fourth Class - 180 million or more but less than 270 million

Fifth Class - 90 million or more but less than 180 million

Sixth Class - Below 90 million

Source: Bureau of Local Government Finance

I believe the data showed here do not present data for 2008. It is stated that the revenues here showed the average annual income from 2004-07 (see those in bold) and not the annual income for 2008...

^^besides, annual income for LGUs are usually released to the public by the month of July so that means the annual income of the provinces for 2008 are not yet available up until now.

I believe the data showed here do not present data for 2008. It is stated that the revenues here showed the average annual income from 2004-07 (see those in bold) and not the annual income for 2008...

The basis for reclassification are the annual income of the LGUs from 2004 to 2007. The next reclassification will be on 2012 based from the average of the annual income from 2008 to 2011.

To be more specific, you get the 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 annual income of Legazpi, then divide it by 4, then the quotient is the average annual income of Legazpi which is the basis for its reclassification....

I hope you get what I mean...

^^besides, annual income for LGUs are usually released to the public by the month of July so that means the annual income of the provinces for 2008 are not yet available up until now.

it is released every October and November and published in major dailies of the Philippines...

The basis for reclassification are the annual income of the LGUs from 2004 to 2007. The next reclassification will be on 2012 based from the average of the annual income from 2008 to 2011.

To be more specific, you get the 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 annual income of Legazpi, then divide it by 4, then the quotient is the average annual income of Legazpi which is the basis for its reclassification....

I hope you get what I mean...



I know exactly what you mean. :) You don't have to teach me. I don't wanna be brag but to be honest, I'm a cpa by profession. I probably know more about these figures than you do. :)

it is released every October and November and published in major dailies of the Philippines...

if it's released every October and November, then the annual income for 2008 is not yet available. But the thing is, as far as my knowledge is concerned, July is the release month (they did that for 2006 and 2007 calendar years).

the data you showed do not reflect 2008. as i've said and as "your" source stated, these are the average annual incomes of LGUs for 2004-07 and not the annual incomes for 2008. i hope you get what I mean.

I know exactly what you mean. :)



if it's released every October and November, then the annual income for 2008 is not yet available. But the thing is, as far as my knowledge is concerned, July is the release month (they did that for 2006 and 2007 calendar years).

the data you showed do not reflect 2008. as i've said and as "your" source stated, these are the average annual incomes of LGUs for 2004-07 and not the annual incomes for 2008. i hope you get what I mean.

I did...but they released the data for 2007 and was published in Manila Bulletin and other dailies during the last quarter of 2008....and I have a clippings of it...

Let me clarify, any annual fiscal data for LGUs in CY 200A will always be released by CY 200B. AFAIK, to be specific, it would usually be released by July 200B. But hakz said it's being released by Oct or Nov. But this doesn't mean that these are released by Oct/Nov 200A as the annual figures are not yet complete by then.

So for 2008 figures, these haven't been released. These would be released by either July 2009 or Oct 2009 (as hakz claims).

I did...but they released the data for 2007 and was published in Manila Bulletin and other dailies during the last quarter of 2008....and I have a clippings of it...

but the data do not show figures for 2008, these are the annual figures for 2004-07. as has been stated, these are the average annual income figures for 2004-07, not the annual income for 2008.

;37374366']More vintage photos of Legazpi

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^Stilianopolous Bldg along Rizal St.

Photos courtesy of Monsi :)


wow dx bilib na talaga ako sayo, i love the vintage photos here. bakon ining ritrato na yaon digdi sa taas na may pagka arko ang design kang walls iyo ining sa sa mayfootstep tapos bombay silk store? Its looks very familiar kaya. sa ngunyan diit na lang ang mga luma na building na mahihiling mo ano.

hakz, to be frank, you should just trust me with this thing. this is part of my profession and i probably know more than you do. if you want, I can answer any of your questions regarding those figures. ;)

hakz, to be frank, you should just trust me with this thing. this is part of my profession and i probably know more than you do. if you want, I can answer any of your questions regarding those figures. ;)

okay, that's from my experience...and by the way I was at the Bureau of Local Government Finance, Department of Finance National Office this morning...that's the agency responsible for the reclassification of LGUs. I got those information from them.

Mayon and Ligñon Hill at Night

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wow nice shot...ang liwanag ng lignon hill

^^have you really understood my point now?

awayu, can you cite any memo circular, legal provisions that the annual income report of LGUs be released every July of the year?

^^no. but as far as I have remembered, the 2006 reports were released by July 2007 and the 2007 reports were released by July 2008. I usually just read the reports kasi. I don't read memo circulars and legal provisions. As for the 2008 reports, whether it would be released by July or Oct/Nov, I'm absolutely certain that these are not yet available to the public.

how bout u? have you?

^^no. but as far as I have remembered, the 2006 reports were released by July 2007 and the 2007 reports were released by July 2008. I usually just read the reports kasi. I don't read memo circulars and legal provisions. As for the 2008 reports, whether it would be released by July or Oct/Nov, I'm absolutely certain that these are not yet available to the public.

how bout u? have you?

i thought the submission of the annual income is every July of the year and the release is either every October or November of the year as published in major dailies....

^^as early as july, i already read the figures. siguro figures lang yung available to the public pag july. oct siguro ung "full" reports na. un lang. haka2x pa lang. kasi alala ko tlga, july/early aug, nababasa ko na sa inquirer mga figures. ung reports, mejo malelate pa nang konti...

so, anyways, the point here is: the figures in your post do not refer to 2008 figures. average sya ng 2004-07.

^^as early as july, i already read the figures. siguro figures lang yung available to the public pag july. oct siguro ung "full" reports na. un lang. haka2x pa lang. kasi alala ko tlga, july/early aug, nababasa ko na sa inquirer mga figures. ung reports, mejo malelate pa nang konti...

cguro yung tinutukoy mo ay yung COA reports ng mga municipalities, cities and provinces that has been reviewed by the COA regional office, then inirerelease na by July... pero yung national COA full report (as you said) on the annual income of all LGUs in the Philippines is released every October or November the year after...

so, anyways, the point here is: the figures in your post do not refer to 2008 figures. average sya ng 2004-07.

yes...

cguro yung tinutukoy mo ay yung COA reports ng mga municipalities, cities and provinces that has been reviewed by the COA regional office, then inirerelease na by July... pero yung national COA full report (as you said) on the annual income of all LGUs in the Philippines is released every October or November every year...


you mean, if the CY is 2008, dapat Oct 2008 din sya irerelease?

July - figures (income, assets, liab, etc) as audited na to by COA

Oct - full reports - audited na rin by COA.

I don't get why it takes 3 months more just for the full reports to be released.

you mean, if the CY is 2008, dapat Oct 2008 din sya irerelease?

the next year (for national full report) kasi nirereview pa ng national COA office yung ibang questionable data ng LGUs...

because according to the Department of Finance, there are data from other LGUs that are still being reviewed...kaya nahihirapan pa silang magclassify ng mga LGUs...kasi yung mga grants, donations, trust fund ng ibang LGUs idinadagdag sa annual income report nito...na hindi dapat...

Hakz/ayawu,

If I may, let me summarize the discussion not for the sake of everyone's understanding but primarily for the sake of mine: :bash:


1. Hakz's post clearly stated that the new city classifications are as of July 29, 2008. This new classification was based on the annual incomes for the years 2004 - 2007. Hakz's report did not say that 2008 was included. It's logical because it says - as of July 29, 2008 - so the year 2008 is not yet finished so how can a report for 2008 be included. Maybe partially, but that should be an illogical thing to do.

2. Hakz also said that the final audited report for the previous year comes out in October of the current year. This could be true. But ayawu may also be correct in saying that the the final audited report comes out in July but it gets to be officially released and published only in October. So both Hakz and Ayawu are correct. Alam mo na naman ang gobiyerno natin hindi naman ganoon kabilis kumilos. But 3 months is already quite fast.

the next year (for national full report) kasi nirereview pa ng national COA office yung ibang questionable data ng LGUs...

because according to the Department of Finance, there are data from other LGUs that are still being reviewed...kaya nahihirapan pa silang magclassify ng mga LGUs...kasi yung mga grants, donations, trust fund ng ibang LGUs idinadagdag sa annual income report nito...na hindi dapat...


Correct me if I'm wrong, but as far as I know, the figures used in the classification of LGUs, only considers the revenues derived directly by the local unit, meaning taxes and other local income. The grants and donations are not included. Even the IRA share is not included. The income that were reflected in Hakz's post definitely do not include the IRA, correct Hakz?

;37269222']Hey steve! Welcome back!! Long time no post. hehe

Hey Dex, thanks! How's life in Legazpi? By the way, I enjoyed your vintage photos, nice discovery! Where did you find those pics?

^^ Yeah, long time no see! Where have you been hiding, Steve? Good to see you back in circulation!

^^ Yeah, long time no see! Where have you been hiding, Steve? Good to see you back in circulation!

I've been "reborn" Kimber, like a phoenix, rising from the ashes...ahem.

^^ Good to know. :okay:

Hakz/ayawu,

If I may, let me summarize the discussion not for the sake of everyone's understanding but primarily for the sake of mine: :bash:


1. Hakz's post clearly stated that the new city classifications are as of July 29, 2008. This new classification was based on the annual incomes for the years 2004 - 2007. Hakz's report did not say that 2008 was included. It's logical because it says - as of July 29, 2008 - so the year 2008 is not yet finished so how can a report for 2008 be included. Maybe partially, but that should be an illogical thing to do.

2. Hakz also said that the final audited report for the previous year comes out in October of the current year. This could be true. But ayawu may also be correct in saying that the the final audited report comes out in July but it gets to be officially released and published only in October. So both Hakz and Ayawu are correct. Alam mo na naman ang gobiyerno natin hindi naman ganoon kabilis kumilos. But 3 months is already quite fast.



Great analytical and arbitration skills pading gary.Marhay na Albay saimo!:)

I've been "reborn" Kimber, like a phoenix, rising from the ashes...ahem.

Hi drfeelgood17, it's nice seeing your signature in the thread again. Before I joined this thread last year, I have been reading your postings here since I believe you're one of the originals together with Olineil, Matteo and Dx. So I'm kinda familiar with your presence. Welcome back to the dysfunctional family of this thread, as gurugeri would love to say. :cheers:

Great analytical and arbitration skills pading gary.Marhay na Albay saimo!:)


Thanks Pading Romy. Marhay na Albay man saimo.

I have a question: How does COA's presentation of LGU income differs from BIR's tax collection among provinces and cities in the philippines? BIR is also publishing an annual report out of their collection, right?

Correct me if I'm wrong, but as far as I know, the figures used in the classification of LGUs, only considers the revenues derived directly by the local unit, meaning taxes and other local income. The grants and donations are not included. Even the IRA share is not included. The income that were reflected in Hakz's post definitely do not include the IRA, correct Hakz?

IRA is included. A huge chunk of it. I verified for it at http://www.coa.gov.ph/Audit/AAR.htm.

If you click on the link to Legazpi city's full reports of financial statements, you'd get this set of details:

Income data for CY 2007


Local Taxes (Note 12) P 101,204,209.52
Permits and Licenses (Note 13) 6,951,287.31
Service Income (Note 14) 6,868,519.58
Business Income (Note 15) 22,031,297.44
Other Income (Note 16) 277,574,720.05
Total Income P 414,630,033.90


Obviously, Other Income has the highest percentage in the income ramifications for 2007. Now, what is it consisted of? read below...

Details of this account are the following:

Note 16:

Income from Grants and Donations
P 12,546,197.72
Insurance Income
152,089.54
Interest Income
1,351,563.06
Internal Revenue Allotment
259,822,104.00
Share from EVAT
601,714.00
Share from PAGCOR/PCSO
2,633,890.12
Miscellaneous Income
58,218.85
Other Fines & Penalties
408,942.76
Total
P 277,574,720.05

We can conclude from these set of details that IRA has the biggest share in Other Income and Other Income has the biggest share in the total income of Legazpi city. It's the same as in Ligao cities and probably all other cities as well. If you want, you can verify it at http://www.coa.gov.ph/Audit/AAR.htm.

I have a question: How does COA's presentation of LGU income differs from BIR's tax collection among provinces and cities in the philippines? BIR is also publishing an annual report out of their collection, right?

As a layman and as a cpa who have some knowledge on what you're asking for, I can give you this answer:

BIR collects national-level taxes. these taxes, in turn, will be recognized as revenue by the government. IRA (or internal revenue allotment) can be sourced from this revenue (as a result of the collection of the taxes), which will be distributed to the Local Government Units of provinces, towns and cities.

COA (Commission on Audit) verifies the validity or credibility of the financial statements provided by national gov't agencies, local government units, government owned and controlled corporations, among others (pls let me know if there are other offices being audited that you know). Along with the verification process, COA also corrects the statements before it will be released to the public. But as far as my observation is concerned, COA doesn't seem to correct but rather, just indicates what should have been included and what should have not been included in the financial statements.

These financial statements show the income, assets, liabilities, equity, and cash flows of a certain LGU. I've already posted what is included in the income (just read my above post re garycooper's question).

So, basically, BIR collects taxes on a national level and part of those taxes become IRA (internal revenue allotment), w/c will eventually become part of an LGU's income.

As it seems, a good way to find out how really wealthy a city is is to look into the tax collections of the Revenue District Offices of BIR as these collections would be transformed into IRA, which will be distributed to the LGUs and eventually become the biggest chunk of the LGUs' income.

However, since there's a lot of tax evasion going on in this country, the taxes collected by BIR's revenue district offices are usually lower than what it should/could legally collect.

Another good way in finding out how wealthy a city is, is to disregard the parts of other income (except I guess the miscellaneous income coz I dont know where it comes from) because this comes from the distributions of national-level taxes that really don't show how much a certain place really receives.

As I've earlier stated, I'm just a layman yet and a relatively new cpa. If somebody finds anything wrong with this post, please let everyone know. thanks. :)

IRA is included. A huge chunk of it. I verified for it at http://www.coa.gov.ph/Audit/AAR.htm.

If you click on the link to Legazpi city's full reports of financial statements, you'd get this set of details:

Income data for CY 2007


Local Taxes (Note 12) P 101,204,209.52
Permits and Licenses (Note 13) 6,951,287.31
Service Income (Note 14) 6,868,519.58
Business Income (Note 15) 22,031,297.44
Other Income (Note 16) 277,574,720.05
Total Income P 414,630,033.90


Obviously, Other Income has the highest percentage in the income ramifications for 2007. Now, what is it consisted of? read below...

Details of this account are the following:

Note 16:

Income from Grants and Donations
P 12,546,197.72
Insurance Income
152,089.54
Interest Income
1,351,563.06
Internal Revenue Allotment
259,822,104.00
Share from EVAT
601,714.00
Share from PAGCOR/PCSO
2,633,890.12
Miscellaneous Income
58,218.85
Other Fines & Penalties
408,942.76
Total
P 277,574,720.05

We can conclude from these set of details that IRA has the biggest share in Other Income and Other Income has the biggest share in the total income of Legazpi city. It's the same as in Ligao cities and probably all other cities as well. If you want, you can verify it at http://www.coa.gov.ph/Audit/AAR.htm.

as a follow-up to this answer of mine, I re-quoted hakz' post:



Basis for LGU classifications:
1. Naga City - 366.972 million (2nd class)
2. Legazpi City - 347.803 million (2nd class)

Legazpi's average annual income for 2004-07 is 347 million. the IRA for Legazpi for 2007 is 259 million and the total income is 414 million. we don't know the average IRA for 2004-07 but I think it would be kind of consistent anyway. So, if you take out IRA, the income needed for classification of Legazpi would only be around 155 million for 2007, w/c is so much lower than the average of 347 million. From this, we can conclude that IRA is definitely included in the computation of income as a basis for classification.

For me, this is somehow misleading. I think there should be a change on how they classify the LGUs because it doesn't accurately show how "classy" an LGU really is. For me, the best signs would not really be these figures but the infrastructures built by the LGUs, how orderly the CBDs are along with the traffic flow and how happy and contented the people are with the government.

^^ thanks, im enlightened...yeah i believe one way to look into the efficiency, good governance and how wealthy the place is, is thru tax collection within the respective districts...

and as regards to the IRA, i believe its ok if it forms a huge part of the local income because it's its rightful share of the tax collected for the year for that specific LGU in the first place.
But, it could be much better though if the local taxes collection is bigger than the IRA..

I think the figures for tax collection do not, in any way, reflect efficiency and good governance, but merely the wealth of the people and entities living in a certain place/district.

as for the local taxes collection, we cannot do anything about it unless i guess we make new bills in the government saying that taxes collected in a certain district would not be shared/distributed throughout the country. BUt now that there's a huge possibility that our country's form of government would be changed into the FEDERAL TYPE, that could possibly happen.

^^ yes it reflects both efficiency and good governance...our government usually sets calculated amount of tax to be collected for a year..sometimes the collection is way below the targeted amount and sometimes it does collect within the target amount or even go beyond...so efficinecy and good governance come in when that LGU meet its tax collection target or even exceed it....

^^not exactly. just how well the RDO collected the taxes and not generally the efficiency and good governance of a certain LGU...

anyways, gotta eat now. it's late. :)

Raintree Misibis Bay
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Sula Channel
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ATV Joyride in Misibis
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Sula Channel
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^^ isnt this a perfect view of the sula channel? wow! behold!:banana::banana:

Hey Dex, thanks! How's life in Legazpi? By the way, I enjoyed your vintage photos, nice discovery! Where did you find those pics?

Haha, where have you been?! I collected those photos through the years, haha. Found them through the net. I forgot some of the sources already. BTW, I am now based in Metro Manila because of my job.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but as far as I know, the figures used in the classification of LGUs, only considers the revenues derived directly by the local unit, meaning taxes and other local income. The grants and donations are not included. Even the IRA share is not included. The income that were reflected in Hakz's post definitely do not include the IRA, correct Hakz?

it's included because that's the main source of their tax revenues. btw, IRA is computed based on population, land area and equal sharing.

Virtual gaming operation sa Legazpi City, "No way" ki Mayor Rosal


LEGAZPI CITY -- Pusog an paninindugan kan lokal na gobierno kan Legazpi na dai pagtugutan an operasyon kan virtual gaming operation sa ciudad.

Tinawanan-duon ni Mayor Noel Rosal na igwang direcho an siisay man na lokal na gobierno na sayumahan an operasyon kan virtual gaming sa saindang lugar huli ta mayo man soboot ining pigkakaputan na prangkisa na arog kan Small Town Lottery (STL) na tinawanan nin direcho kan Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).

Sa siring na sitwasyon soboot dapat na irespeto kan namamanwaan an posisyon kan lokal na gobierno arog kan ginibo nindang pagrespeto sa nagin desisyon kan Sangguniang Panlalawigan para sa operasyon kan virtual gaming sa Albay.

Sa presente sa listahan kan lokal na gobierno, solamenteng an mga banwaan pa sana kan Polangui, Oas, Jovellar asin Daraga an igwang operasyon kan sinambit ng sugal.

Albay joins National Flag Day observance (http://www.pia.gov.ph/default.asp?m=12&r=&y=&mo=&fi=p090529.htm&no=75)
by MA Loterte

Albay Province (29 May) -- Officials and employees of the national and local government line organizations rekindled respect for the Philippine Flag, the symbol of Philippine Independence, with the traditional flag-raising ceremony in observance of the National Flag Day on Thursday (May 28) held at the Peñaranda Park in Legazpi City.

DENR Regional Executive Director Joselin Marcus Fragada, designated chair of this year's celebration, enjoined everyone who attended the joint flag raising ceremony to practice by heart the Flag Day theme which is "Igalang ang Watawat, sa Isip, Sa Salita at sa Gawa."

He said there is a need to promote public awareness of good citizenship values such as love and respect for the country, for the National Flag and National Anthem, and other national symbols which embody national pride. He also noted that some people do not give due respect to the flag, reminding everyone then to respect and follow key considerations in displaying the flag.

"During flag-raising, all persons present must stand at attention and place their right palm over the heart. When displayed with other flags, it should always be on the left of the observer," he said. Fragada stressed that using it as a costume or as a cover for tables or curtain is a big show of disrespect to the Filipino nation.

He also said DENR Bicol has issued prescribed templates for the relevant event tarpaulins and other materials to celebrate the event and that they have displayed the Philippine flag, event tarpaulins and buntings at government offices.

Another huge flag is displayed at the Provincial Capitol Building with the inscription of this year's Flag Day theme and'Pilipinas kong Mahal' Mayor Noel Rosal here meanwhile shared to the government employees in attendance the history of the flag since it was first used during the proclamation of independence in Kawit, Cavite.

"Today the Philippines is a free and democratic nation and the flag remains as the symbol of the country," said Rosal. He also stressed that the same Philippine Flag strengthened the Filipinos to defend the republic government from 1899 until 1901 from the hands of the Americans.

"We only know a few of those who died for our independence. Many of them remain unknown and unnamed, this makes the flag and the National Anthem as a lasting valedictory for every drop of blood they shed for the country," he said. The flag symbolizes thousands of Filipinos who offered their lives just to get the freedom of the Philippines.

On March 6, 1965, President Diosdado Macapagal issued Proclamation No. 374 "Declaring the Twenty-Eighth Day of May Each Year as Flag Day." The display of the Philippine Flag from May 28 to June 12 of each year was done by virtue of Executive Order No. 179 signed by President Fidel V. Ramos on May 24, 1994, for Filipinos "to collectively reflect on the significance of the National Flag.

On February 12, 1998, Republic Act 8491, otherwise known as Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines was signed into law. (PIA V

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these from Flickr.com

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National treasure:Mt Mayon

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Metro Gaisano - Legazpi

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wow nice shot...ang liwanag ng lignon hill
Matanong ko lang mga 'dre. Is Lignon Hill a dormant volcano? Hello picturesque city!:)

On the basis of their respective Average Annual Income for CYs 2004-2007, as certified to by the Commission on Audit, the new classification of Bicol provinces, effective July 29,2008, shall be as follows:

1. CAMARINES SUR - 770.956 million (1st class)
2. Albay - 603.855 million (1st class)
3. Masbate - 474.044 million (1st class)

4. Sorsogon - 430.482 million (2nd class)
5. Camarines Norte - 385.447 million (2nd class)

6. Catanduanes - 276.553 million (3rd class)

Consequently, pursuant to Section 2 of the aforementioned Department Order No. 23-08, the classification of Provinces shall be based on the income brackets,a s follows:

First Class - 450 million or more

Second Class - 360 million or more 450 million

Third Class - 270 million or more but les than 360 million

Fourth Class - 180 million or more but less than 270 million

Fifth Class - 90 million or more but less than 180 million

Sixth Class - Below 90 million

Source: Bureau of Local Government Finance

Hey, I don't get the bold fonts for Camarines Sur. Emphasis? Bragging? Hahaha! Cam Sur has to be the richest. You're a big province (dalawang Albay kayo, if you do not know that). But, oh, well, isa ka sa mga posters who always tend to compare. Most fastest. Uh-uh!

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I am scared of Aquinas being located near bodies of water. I was wondering if the place will be permanently abandoned with the rumored transfer of the campus to Daraga.

Matanong ko lang mga 'dre. Is Lignon Hill a dormant volcano? Hello picturesque city!:)

No, its not a volcano.welcome!

;37429384']Haha, where have you been?! I collected those photos through the years, haha. Found them through the net. I forgot some of the sources already. BTW, I am now based in Metro Manila because of my job.

Ok so you're a Manila boy now. They're great photos btw, nice collection. Do you have any of that Balay Cena that was mentioned in previous pages? I'd like to see how it looks like. I'm guessing it resembles Rizal's house in Calamba. Sounds really interesting...

Hi drfeelgood17, it's nice seeing your signature in the thread again. Before I joined this thread last year, I have been reading your postings here since I believe you're one of the originals together with Olineil, Matteo and Dx. So I'm kinda familiar with your presence. Welcome back to the dysfunctional family of this thread, as gurugeri would love to say. :cheers:

Hi garycooper! I'm impressed by your good memory, thanks for the welcome-back! Yes, I guess I'm one of the oldtimers. Olineil deserves full credit for starting it all - he's the "father" of SSC Legazpi lol. And congratulations to Dx (the godfather of SSC Legazpi) for all his hard work and for transforming this into one of the most active and vibrant threads in here! :cheers:

Ok so you're a Manila boy now. They're great photos btw, nice collection. Do you have any of that Balay Cena that was mentioned in previous pages? I'd like to see how it looks like. I'm guessing it resembles Rizal's house in Calamba. Sounds really interesting...

Sure, here:

;36947588']Balay Cena Una Opening
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;36900526']Balay Cena Una
Photos by studioworkplus (http://studioworkplus.com)

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:)

I've also posted this in the Restaurants thread and the Traditional Filipino Architecture thread :colgate:

^^Wow, thanks Dx! They've turned it into a restaurant! So basically, it looks like one of the old houses in Intramuros or Vigan. If I were the owners I would have a small section of the house devoted to memorabilia, like a small museum, to remind diners of the historical importance of the house - and maybe a commemorative plaque outside (like the ones at the Cagsawa Ruins).

welcome to the thread drfeelgood!:)

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Pangapodan: In consideration to matteo and a lot of others reading this thread, I believe we can find it in our hearts to keep our posts in bicol and tagalog as minimal as possible. Although I'm one who prefer to post in our local tongue, I see that this poses a difficulty to other forumers.As so, I hope we are in unanimous agreement to keep our bikol/tagalog posts at a minimal and if needed let us do others the favor of translating said posts to english .I implore everybody's progressive logic and understanding.

All in Agreement say Aye?

Amen to that, Pading Romy! Though I would still love the exchanges in local tongue. I hope you guys could find a way to continue it... probably create another thread.

I am scared of Aquinas being located near bodies of water. I was wondering if the place will be permanently abandoned with the rumored transfer of the campus to Daraga. Considering what happened during the Reming tragedy that's the wisest decision.

Hi garycooper! I'm impressed by your good memory, thanks for the welcome-back! Yes, I guess I'm one of the oldtimers. Olineil deserves full credit for starting it all - he's the "father" of SSC Legazpi lol. And congratulations to Dx (the godfather of SSC Legazpi) for all his hard work and for transforming this into one of the most active and vibrant threads in here! :cheers:

Welcome back, drfeelgood17!

Dex, one of the reasons why I keep coming back here is that I enjoy viewing the photos, especially the vintage photos you just posted. I'm awed by the technology while it brings back old memories. I'm old enough to remember how the one centavo looked like. I can vividly recall when I was in Grade I my baon was five centavos. Wheww, I'm really that old...:lol::nuts::nuts:

Hey, I don't get the bold fonts for Camarines Sur. Emphasis? Bragging? Hahaha! Cam Sur has to be the richest. You're a big province (dalawang Albay kayo, if you do not know that).

The bold fonts for Camarines Sur is just to emphasize the top ranked LGU. If Albay was the top ranked province I will also emphasize Albay in bold fonts too the way I did for CamSur. You're makin' an issue here.....

But, oh, well, isa ka sa mga posters who always tend to compare.

I don't.

BTW, a Manila-based fashion designer friend of mine will be judging the Miss Tabaco City pageant on June 20. This friend of mine is a member of the Fashion Designer Association of the Philippines.

Amen to that, Pading Romy! Though I would still love the exchanges in local tongue. I hope you guys could find a way to continue it... probably create another thread.

Dex, one of the reasons why I keep coming back here is that I enjoy viewing the photos, especially the vintage photos you just posted. I'm awed by the technology while it brings back old memories. I'm old enough to remember how the one centavo looked like. I can vividly recall when I was in Grade I my baon was five centavos. Wheww, I'm really that old...:lol::nuts::nuts:

We can still have those exchanges using our very colorful local tongue, but in consideration of friends and visitors who don't speak the language, maybe we can add a translation, if it wouldn't be too much to ask. (though I think it would be a challenge because there are too many Bikol words without an exact equivalent in the English vocabulary, adi? :lol:)

Anyway, I'm glad you enjoyed the photos as much as I did. Hehe. I keep thinking there's still so many old photos out there resting in private collections. Once in a while someone has the good sense to scan them and post them online. Thus, we are able to view these lovely old photos, thanks to them.

Hi garycooper! I'm impressed by your good memory, thanks for the welcome-back! Yes, I guess I'm one of the oldtimers. Olineil deserves full credit for starting it all - he's the "father" of SSC Legazpi lol. And congratulations to Dx (the godfather of SSC Legazpi) for all his hard work and for transforming this into one of the most active and vibrant threads in here! :cheers:

godfather? :lol:

Anyway, I'm glad that the Legazpi City thread started some trends that other threads in the Luzon sub-forum followed/copied. hehe.

;37523738']godfather? :lol:

Anyway, I'm glad that the Legazpi City thread started some trends that other threads in the Luzon sub-forum followed/copied. hehe.

Kamusta Dx?? where can I find balay cena uno? Is it along the highway going to Legaspi? thanks..

can't wait to eat there. Great place and I hope great food too.:cheers:

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BPO hub in Bicol gets under way
Written by Danny O. Calleja / Correspondent
Sunday, 31 May 2009 19:57

LEGAZPI CITY—An information and communications technology park that will house an 8,000-seat call center is now under construction here.

The call center’s eight-hour shift schedule could accommodate up to 24,000 agents in a 24-hour cycle.

“We are preparing for the eventual rising of this city as hub for business-process outsourcing [BPO] in response to [the call for] the country’s Next Wave Cities,” Rosemarie Quinto-Rey, president and chief executive officer of Southern Luzon Technological College Foundation Inc. (SLTCFI) told the BusinessMirror over the weekend.

Quinto-Rey said the college is the main locator in the city’s ICT park at Embarcadero de Legazpi, a P1.8-billion development by the Sunwest Group of Companies (SGC) in a 5.1-hectare bayfront commercial complex at the heart of the city.

She said negotiations are underway for three other locators.

The ICT park is a major component of the Embarcadero in the 31,000-square-meter reclaimed area where three four- to seven-story buildings are now under construction.

The typhoon-proof buildings can withstand supertyphoons and have fast and stable telecommunications provided by Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co., Bayantel, PT&T and Digitel, Quinto-Rey said.

Electricity would be provided directly by the National Transmission Corp. and the windmill and solar power plants being developed also by SGC in nearby Cagraray Island. Back- up generator sets and a two-megawatt power reserve will also be part of the setup to ensure a “zero downtime” in power, Rey said.

Manpower for the 8,000-seat call center would be filled by SLTCFI and other training centers in the region.

Embarcadero would start operations before the year ends and “our preparations have been in full swing since last year,” Rey said.

The preparations are now focused on training call-center agents and web developers, content writers and accountants, she said.

The training is in partnership with the city government and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority.

“Presently, we have several classes of 100 trainees each taking the 100-hour near-hired and the 356-hour specialized trainings,” she said.

Legazpi Mayor Noel Rosal said, “We expect to take a bigger share of the burgeoning global BPO market, and the 24,000 jobs that it would open to the local work force alone could already translate to about P500 million in monthly salaries and wages.”

Business Mirror (http://www.businessmirror.com.ph/home/regions/11042-bpo-hub-in-bicol-gets-under-way.html)

BPO hub in Bicol gets under way
Written by Danny O. Calleja / Correspondent
Sunday, 31 May 2009 19:57

LEGAZPI CITY—An information and communications technology park that will house an 8,000-seat call center is now under construction here.

The call center’s eight-hour shift schedule could accommodate up to 24,000 agents in a 24-hour cycle.

“We are preparing for the eventual rising of this city as hub for business-process outsourcing in response to [the call for] the country’s Next Wave Cities,” Rosemarie Quinto-Rey, president and chief executive officer of Southern Luzon Technological College Foundation Inc. (SLTCFI) told the BusinessMirror over the weekend.

Quinto-Rey said the college is the main locator in the city’s ICT park at Embarcadero de Legazpi, a P1.8-billion development by the Sunwest Group of Companies (SGC) in a 5.1-hectare bayfront commercial complex at the heart of the city.

She said negotiations are underway for three other locators.

The ICT park is a major component of the Embarcadero in the 31,000-square-meter reclaimed area where three four- to seven-story buildings are now under construction.

The typhoon-proof buildings can withstand supertyphoons and have fast and stable telecommunications provided by Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co., Bayantel, PT&T and Digitel, Quinto-Rey said.

Electricity would be provided directly by the National Transmission Corp. and the windmill and solar power plants being developed also by SGC in nearby Cagraray Island. Back- up generator sets and a two-megawatt power reserve will also be part of the setup to ensure a “zero downtime” in power, Rey said.

Manpower for the 8,000-seat call center would be filled by SLTCFI and other training centers in the region.

Embarcadero would start operations before the year ends and “our preparations have been in full swing since last year,” Rey said.

The preparations are now focused on training call-center agents and web developers, content writers and accountants, she said.

The training is in partnership with the city government and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority.

“Presently, we have several classes of 100 trainees each taking the 100-hour near-hired and the 356-hour specialized trainings,” she said.

[B]Legazpi Mayor Noel Rosal said, “We expect to take a bigger share of the burgeoning global BPO market, and the 24,000 jobs that it would open to the local work force alone could already translate to about P500 million in monthly salaries and wages.”

Business Mirror (http://www.businessmirror.com.ph/home/regions/11042-bpo-hub-in-bicol-gets-under-way.html)

The most interesting part of this BPO project at the Embarcadero: P500 million for 24,000 jobs per month is simply a php20,000+ monthly salary for each call agent employee...

And the cost of living in Legazpi city is very much lower than that of Manila or Cebu...

Kamusta Dx?? where can I find balay cena uno? Is it along the highway going to Legaspi? thanks..

can't wait to eat there. Great place and I hope great food too.:cheers:

Hi Jamir! No, it's not along the the highway. It's so easy to find Balay Cena Una which is located at F.Lotivio St. The moment you see Biggs Diner, PNB and Daraga Bakery, dont go any farther from this vicinity. These establishments are all in the corner of the intesection b/w Rizal and F.Lotivio Sts. If you' re coming all the way from Naga, turn to your right when you see PNB. The resto is about 75m from PNB.

Marhay na Albay saimo Pading Brandon!

BPO hub in Bicol gets under way
Written by Danny O. Calleja / Correspondent
Sunday, 31 May 2009 19:57

LEGAZPI CITY—An information and communications technology park that will house an 8,000-seat call center is now under construction here.

The call center’s eight-hour shift schedule could accommodate up to 24,000 agents in a 24-hour cycle.

“We are preparing for the eventual rising of this city as hub for business-process outsourcing [BPO] in response to [the call for] the country’s Next Wave Cities,” Rosemarie Quinto-Rey, president and chief executive officer of Southern Luzon Technological College Foundation Inc. (SLTCFI) told the BusinessMirror over the weekend.

Quinto-Rey said the college is the main locator in the city’s ICT park at Embarcadero de Legazpi, a P1.8-billion development by the Sunwest Group of Companies (SGC) in a 5.1-hectare bayfront commercial complex at the heart of the city.

She said negotiations are underway for three other locators.

The ICT park is a major component of the Embarcadero in the 31,000-square-meter reclaimed area where three four- to seven-story buildings are now under construction.

The typhoon-proof buildings can withstand supertyphoons and have fast and stable telecommunications provided by Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co., Bayantel, PT&T and Digitel, Quinto-Rey said.

Electricity would be provided directly by the National Transmission Corp. and the windmill and solar power plants being developed also by SGC in nearby Cagraray Island. Back- up generator sets and a two-megawatt power reserve will also be part of the setup to ensure a “zero downtime” in power, Rey said.

Manpower for the 8,000-seat call center would be filled by SLTCFI and other training centers in the region.

Embarcadero would start operations before the year ends and “our preparations have been in full swing since last year,” Rey said.

The preparations are now focused on training call-center agents and web developers, content writers and accountants, she said.

The training is in partnership with the city government and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority.

“Presently, we have several classes of 100 trainees each taking the 100-hour near-hired and the 356-hour specialized trainings,” she said.

Legazpi Mayor Noel Rosal said, “We expect to take a bigger share of the burgeoning global BPO market, and the 24,000 jobs that it would open to the local work force alone could already translate to about P500 million in monthly salaries and wages.”

Business Mirror (http://www.businessmirror.com.ph/home/regions/11042-bpo-hub-in-bicol-gets-under-way.html)

this is a good news! high compensating jobs for bicolanalos, at least our fresh graduates doesnt need to go to manila for these kind of jobs. i just hope matapos agad yung BPO buildings.:)

^^ that's true..

marhay na Albay man saimo leo..

hain ka na pading romy? dai ka nang sungugsungog dyan...hehe

BPO hub in Bicol gets under way
Written by Danny O. Calleja / Correspondent
Sunday, 31 May 2009 19:57


Legazpi Mayor Noel Rosal said, “We expect to take a bigger share of the burgeoning global BPO market, and the 24,000 jobs that it would open to the local work force alone could already translate to about P500 million in monthly salaries and wages.”
Business Mirror (http://www.businessmirror.com.ph/home/regions/11042-bpo-hub-in-bicol-gets-under-way.html)

P500 MIllion a month in salaries (or about P20,000 per head) is very very optimistic estimate. I would place the maximum hiring salary to average only about P15,000 based on the current going rates. The BPOs will not go to the provinces offering Manila hiring rates. Well, except maybe if the company is involved in software development where salary demand is going higher and higher. For call centers, I think Bicol can provide the qualified manpower but for software development and quality control analysts, maybe these positions are not yet fully developed in our region. But even at P15,000 per month per employee, this will still translate to an aggregate of P360 Million per month or P4.32 Billion per year. That's a lot of money that will circulate in the Legazpi/Daraga area.

However, in the overall, this Embarcadero project will not only benefit the people of Albay but also the people of Catanduanes, Sorsogon and Camarines Sur. Even those coming from Cam Norte should also benefit from this. Definitely Albay alone cannot fill up the demand for 24,000 highly skilled employees.

But the metro Legazpi area will definitely greatly benefit from this. The P4.32Billion per year that will be spent by these employees will perk up business of the eating places, boarding houses/dormitories, hotels, transportation and department stores. Even our farmers will be benefited by this project.

I hope the building construction (which I believe is now on-going) will be finished just in time. Many foreign companies, particularly those in the US are bringing some of their existing positions to the Philippines because cost of operations in the Philippines ranges from a high of a 10th to a low of a 5th compared to their cost in their home country. Even India, who is now the leader in the BPO industry is going to the Philippines to further outsource their businesses.

Good luck to everyone.

Marhay na Albay saindo gabos. (Whoever coined this phrase in this thread, thanks to you! Was it you Pading Romy?)

Marhay na Albay man saindo gabos! :) (I like this greeting too, hehe, can be a unique tourism slogan: Magayon na Albay Saindo! hehe )

@garycooper. I agree. I don't think entry-level CSR's will immediately enjoy Php 20,000 monthly salary. Besides, one of the reasons why BPOs set up shop in the provinces is to take advantage of the lower wages.

I favor these kinds of developments instead of malls because graduates will aim for higher-paying, white collar jobs instead of just being salesladies, service crews, etc. I'm not degrading our friends who are currently working as such. Any kind of work, as long as it's good and honest, is noble.

But the sad fact is that most of them are underemployed. Some even have college degrees but because there's not much employment opportunities available, they go for these jobs instead. I have faith in the Albayano youth. They have the skills and talents. They just need the opportunity to use these and earn what they deserve.

I just hope they fast-track the construction of these facilities because time is of the essence.