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IMPRESARIO

April 13th, 2007, 05:42 AM

^^Thanks IAMME and TotoPurz for the Pics and valuable infos.

Its a learning experience for me to know about energy use/infrastructure and power generation for Panay ,particularly Iloilo. I really do hope we find a sustainable,ecologically safe and effective way of power generation.

IAMME whats inside FishWorld? is this UP or Seafdec? Tani may ara man kita sa Iloilo City sang National Aquarium, nami guid ini tani complete with different live fishes and other underwater creatures. tapos daw SeaWorld type nga Amusement park, kon matabo , ;)
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Skedyul sa airport opening ginbag-o
04/12/2007 | 04:28 PM

Ginbag-o ang skedyul sa inagurasyon sang bag-o nga Iloilo Airport sa banwa sang Cabatuan. Sa nahauna nga report Abril 16 na kon tani, apang nabutang kuno sa tentative ang nauna na nga mga skedyul.

Aga sang hapon sa Huwebes, nakabaton sang mga tawag kag text message si Air Transportation Office (ATO) Iloilo manager Alan Java tuhoy sa ginbag-o nga skedyul sang inagurasyon.

Santo sa nahauna nga ginkasugtan sang ATO kag Department of Transportation and Communications, magaserado na kon tani ang Mandurriao Airport sa maabot nga Abruil 16, kadungan sa skedyul sang inagurasyon sang bag-o nga airport sa Cabatuan kag madayon ang commercial flight sa Abril 17.

Amat-amat na gani nga ginpangsaylo sa Cabatuan ang mga tinawo sang Mandurriao Airport. Apisar medyo kulang pa sa manpower, ginpasalig sang ATO nga may nagakaigo nga numero sang trabahador nga magapadalagan sang bag-o nga airport sa tion magbukas ini para sa operation sang commercial flight.

Tuman naman ka minimal ang epekto sang freeze hiring bangud sa eleksyon.

Samtang nga ginaproblema sa karon sang mga taxi driver kag operator kon paano malampasan ang ginalantaw nga pagpamyerdi sang mga ini sa ila biyahe sa tion magbukas ang bag-o nga airport.

Bilang franchise owner sang isa ka taxi, nakadapat gid lamang nga sa ila tagsa ka pasada, ang patak sang metro amo ang pagabasehan sang ila sukot sa pasahero.

Kon wala kuno sang pagaligwaton sa patakaran sa ila pagbiyahe, luslos gid kuno ang kita sang mga taxi driver kon maghalin pa diri sa ciudad ang ila pasahero nga idul-ong sa airport.

Isa ka petisyon ang natalana nga igapasa sang Association of Taxi Operators of Panay sa Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board. Ini man ang ginalauman sang mga driver kag operator nga makabulig sa ila agud mahagan-hagan ang pyerdi nga pagbiyahe.

Kon nagalaum ang mga operator kag driver nga magapabor sa ila ang LTFRB, disgusto naman diri ang ATO. Bayolasyon kuno ini sa ila prangkisa. -Ratsada

source:http://www.gmanews.tv/story/38076/Skedyul-sa-airport-opening-ginbag-o

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IAMME

April 13th, 2007, 06:12 AM

Funny, I've never been inside Fishworld.. but I did get a brochure (http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=457246279&size=o). It's all about fish. They do have aquariums but these are not like those in Japan which are as tall as a building. Maybe in the near future, somewhere else in Iloilo. SEAFDEC is a research institution, not a theme park. Hey, why not in the proposed CBD on the old airport? Mayor Treñas seems so eager to see a theme park...:D

spacewagon1

April 13th, 2007, 01:03 PM

Treñas: Consumers willing to pay costly electricity but…Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-13

ILOILO City Mayor Jerry Treñas said consumers in the metropolis are willing to pay for costly electricity provided the supply is uninterrupted.

Electricity consumers in the city solely depend on Panay Electric Co. (Peco), the lone supplier.

Peco’s rates are said to be one of the highest compared to other urban centers in the country.

Aside from being expensive, power in the city is also unstable as Peco only sources its supply from lone power producer Panay Power Corp. (PPC) which operates a 72-MW diesel-fired power plant at Brgy. Ingore, LaPaz.

However, the city which has a peak demand of 81MW, experiences frequent outages because PPC has no more power reserve.

The dim scenario was highlighted Monday as the city endured a 15-hour blackout.

A power advisory from PPC said electricity will be restored by 6am however its engines suffered mechanical problems while undergoing routine maintenance.

Worse, Treñas said the National Transmission Corp. (Transco) won’t provide power to PPC despite the situation.

“PPC tried to switch on at 8am but there was mechanical trouble causing the whole plant to bog down. Thus, PPC asked from Transco for power to restart but the latter refused, unless there is a written request. Since the fax machine was not working, PPC had to deliver the request letter to Transco by hand,” Treñas explained.

Treñas said he tried calling Department of Energy (DOE) secretary Rafael Lotilla and National Power Corp. (NPC) chief Cyril del Callar to inform them about blackout but they were “out of reach that time.”

“My cellphone batteries were emptied while replying to individuals asking about the blackout. It only showed how precarious is the power situation in the city,” said Treñas.

“Whether we like it or not, as a community, we have to come up with a long term solution. We have to sit down and look into the problem so that a resolution will be made,” Treñas said adding they will talk about power woes after the elections.

“The whole community is affected. Even if electricity is expensive, we have to pay for it. But we have to demand that it should be uninterrupted,” Treñas said.

He said the City Hall is the biggest client of Peco with its monthly electricity bills amounting to P7 million.

The mayor said that when the New City Hall is completed, they will buy electricity from NPC which offers cheaper and more reliable power.

Various sectors howled against the blackout as the city is poised to host major events, particularly the national Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) sports meet which kicks off Monday.

“Even without the visitors, Peco should maintain power supply because the consumers will bear the burden. It is our right to demand for power to be provided and uninterrupted,” Treñas stressed.

Incumbent and aspiring councilorables here also saw the need of a coal-fired power plant in Iloilo to augment the power supply.

Re-electionist councilor Eduardo Peñaredondo said he favored a coal plant to address the demands of developments.

“Even with the power barge deployed here, it may not sufficient with the projected growth of the city. The 54-hectare old airport lot as the new growth center will definitely need more power,” Peñaredondo said, referring to the 32-MW PB 101 at Bo. Obrero, LaPaz.

Former councilor Rolando Dabao said “the mayor has been lobbying for an agreement between Peco and NPC for affordable power but still nothing happened.”

“We appeal to environmentalists to reconsider a coal-fired plant. The safeguards on coal plant should be disseminated through proper public information and education,” Dabao said.

Re-electionist councilor Jeffrey Ganzon said “Mayor Treñas has done his part on power problems but the discretion is on part of the power corporations.”

Former councilor Tony Pesina added “the city government could not do otherwise because power concerns are covered by national legislation and it is the duty of Peco to give us electricity.”

Businessman Paquito “Pax” Ngo Jr. a councilorable from the opposition bloc, said “the power situation should be scrutinized because small businessmen are affected.”

source: The Guardian ILOILO (http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2471)

^^ ^^ I say once again, let the opposing parties of coal-fired power plant do their share in sourcing our funds and ideas to come up a more reliable source of power supply in Iloilo. I'ts absurd that with so much opposition, the end point is Iloilo suffering a power problem.

spacewagon1

April 13th, 2007, 01:07 PM

PGMA's Iloilo visit canceled
By Maricar M. Calubiran

The supposed visit of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to Iloilo City to attend several engagements on Monday, April 16, has been called off.

Personnel from the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) yesterday called media outlets informing of the cancellation of the presidential visit.

No reason for the cancellation was obtained but media people surmised it is related with the hospitalization of First Gentleman Jose Miguel Arroyo.

Arroyo's husband is currently recuperating at the St. Luke's Medical Center in Manila after undergoing aneurysmectomy and triple bypass operation.

It was not immediately known from the PIA if Pres. Arroyo will arrive on a later date.

The President is supposed to grace the opening of the new Iloilo airport of international standard in Sta. Barbara-Cabatuan on April 16, 2007.

She was also expected to attend the opening ceremonies of the National Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) Games which will be hosted by the city.

Mr. Arroyo's doctors held a press briefing yesterday morning to give an update on the condition of the presidential spouse after reports surfaced that he has been given a 50-50 chance of survival by his physicians.

President Arroyo stayed at the hospital since the confinement of her husband early this week.

The president's scheduled visit to China to attend a business conference from April 20 to 25 may also be affected.

Malacañang officials could not yet say whether the president will go on with the trip but they said the decision will still have to depend on the condition of the first gentleman.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/13/pgmas.iloilo.visit.canceled.html)

^^ ^^ Now, it's official, GMA will not be available for April 16's Inauguration of the New Iloilo Airport.

spacewagon1

April 13th, 2007, 01:11 PM

PRA generates P27.4 million investments
By Maricar M. Calubiran

Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) has generated P27.4 million worth of investments for its "Smile at Life in the Philippines" business venture. The current worth of investment is only a portion of their target until 2015 which is US$ 44 billion. Iloilo City is considered as one of satellite areas for retirees in Visayas.

PRA General Manager Fernando Z. Francisco said the investment poured in the Smile at Life in the Philippines program for foreign nationals continue to increase. In January 2007 alone, the worth of investment for retirees amounted to P19,167,385. It increased to P27.4 million a month after. It has increased by 70 percent.

In February 2006, the PRA only generated P14.7 million worth of investment for its retirees program. In the same year, PRA has a dividend earnings of P80 million. PRA is a government-owned and controlled corporation established by Executive Order No. 1037 on July 4, 1985 under the Office of the President.

Franciso, a retired army colonel, before he joined the PRA attributed the increase of investment to the aggressive promotion effort and streamlining of work process. The PRA is gunning for efficiency.

By virtue of Executive Order No. 26, it was attached to the Board of Investments (BoI) on August 31, 2001. The PRA is currently chaired by retired Gen. Edgardo B. Aglipay. It has a mandate to attract foreign nationals and former Filipino citizens to retire in the Philippines. Its thrust is towards accelerating socio-economic development, contributing to foreign currency reserve and providing in a most attractive package the best quality of life to its foreign-retirees.

The Smile at Life in the Philippines, is the government's design to make Philippines as Asia's retirement haven. It will cater to the needs of three categories of retirees such as active retirees, assisted living retirees and continuous care retirees. The business venture was presented yesterday by Aglipay and the PRA's management team.

The PRA figured out Baguio, Subic, Clark, Cebu, Tagaytay and Davao as conducive retirement areas for foreign nationals. While, Iloilo and Bacolod are only listed as "satellite areas for retirement." Both cities have no international airports which is a requirement for making an area as site for retirement.

In the PRA's list of foreign national preferences, the warm climate top their list. The would-be client also wants safety, world class health care, caring and friendly people, low cost of living, natural attractions and desirable accommodation facilities.

Meanwhile, PRA chairman Aglipay assured the client's and would-be clients that they have their way of protecting their investments under the Smile at Life in the Philippines business venture. They will not end up just like other business ventures that suddenly disappear.

Aglipay said they have complete financial records of every transactions. They have also made a stand that no transaction will take place in the United States without the approval of the American Chamber of Commerce. This is to protect the would be clients abroad.

Aglipay said when he was abroad selling the Smile at Life in the Philippines, a foreign national informed him that he bought a land in the Philippines without a title. There should be endorsements from the Philippine Retirees Inc. and the foreign chambers of commerce to ensure the highest quality of retirement products and services.

The Philippines have all the resources to become the haven of retirees compared to Spain. In the Philippines, there is no winter and no train bombings. We will give Spain a run for its money, said Aglipay.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/13/pra.generates.p27.4.million.investments.html)

^^ ^^ funny comment in the bottom against Spain with emphasis in no winter and no bombings? lol. I hope Aglipay is not joking about the issue of weather and security.

spacewagon1

April 13th, 2007, 01:17 PM

Public transport direct to new airport needed
By Maricar M. Calubiran

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has not yet granted franchises for new transport routes relative to the opening of the new Iloilo Airport in Sta. Barbara-Cabatuan in the coming days.

This was disclosed by Iloilo Business Club (IBC) Executive Director Leah Lara who sees possible transportation problems when the new airport starts operating.

Sta. Barbara town, where the entrance to the airport is located, is 15.6 kilometers away from Iloilo City. While the airport proper is more or less four kilometers away from its entrance.

Lara said this means people coming from Iloilo City must hire a cab to get to the airport.

Lara said, some transport operators earlier expressed intention to operate a shuttle service direct to the airport.

There are also proposals from the transport sector for the creation of a separate route from Iloilo City to the new airport.

Lara noted that there should be affordable public transportation in going to the airport.

With the opening of the new airport, the IBC is optimistic that it will open more opportunities for restaurants, hotels and even to transport businesses. The airport will also draw more tourists, said Lara.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/13/public.transport.direct.to.new.airport.needed.html)

^^ ^^ They should build a public transport terminal 100-meter away from the terminal and that terminal should be at least a world-class one. Not the like we have back home right now. They should regulate it as well and there should be uniformity of jeepney. This is to compliment the exisiting new cab franchise within the airport site. If we don't want our airport to look like a public market, then we should at least give the new airport a little bit of respect if we will open a public transport route from Iloilo City to the airport.

spacewagon1

April 13th, 2007, 01:22 PM

MIGEDC planners set to look ahead

Learning the ropes of regional planning is one thing, developing a mindset to always think and act like a region is another.

And such a mindset is what the three-day workshop "Looking Ahead: Planning Leadership for Regional Development" wants to develop among provincial and municipal planners in the Metro Iloilo-Guimaras city-region.

"What we wish to develop from this workshop is a critical mass of provincial and municipal planners who always think and act in the context of city-region building," says Jose Roni Peñalosa, executive director of the Metro Iloilo-Guimaras Economic Development Council (MIGEDC).

Local government planners have long acquired knowledge and skills on regional planning and what is needed now is to integrate their knowledge base with new approaches so they can assume a leadership role and become champions of regional planning, adds Peñalosa.

Set on April 17-19, 2007 at the Punta Villa Resort in Iloilo City, the workshop will be handled by Canadian regional planning experts Beate Bowron and Gary Davidson, both having over 25 years of experience as senior managers in leading-edge municipal organizations.

Bowron was the Director of Community Planning for Toronto's South District (the old City of Toronto) while Davidson was the Director of Planning and Development for Huron County. Their wide and varied exper**ience as teachers and facilitators gives them a unique perspective on the needs of future leaders in planning organizations.

Bowron and Davidson's coming to the Philippines was facilitated by the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI), a major partner of Metro Iloilo and Guimaras in building the city-region to address the area's emerging problems brought about by rapid urbanization and the spatial development challenges of tourism and economic development.

"Building the City-Region" is one of the four themes that guide CUI's work as it implements the Urban Partnerships Program (UPP) Philippines, a program that supports MIGEDC in developing model approaches to enhancing urban and regional governance and the public realm of cities. CUI is supported by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA).

Divided into four modules, the workshop will make participants understand political and economic issues affecting regional development and the challenges that await planning organizations; recognize the distinctiveness of their respective work environments; value the importance of communication; and enhance their ability to make decisions.

Invited participants include representatives from the local government units of MIGEDC, the provincial government of Iloilo, Department of Interior and Local Government, Department of Trade and Industry, National Economic Development Authority, Housing Land Use and Regulatory Board, University of the Philippines in the Visayas, Central Philippine University and the University of San Agustin, among others.

Based on the course design, planners will also be taught on how to look at themselves and the future directions of planning organizations, how to work as a team and resolve conflicts, how to communicate in teams and with politicians, and how to relate with "bosses" and interact with elected decision-makers.

More information about the workshop can be obtained from Jay Presaldo, CUI Senior Project Officer, at telephone number +63 33 336 7827 or from the CUI website at www.philippines.canurb.com.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/13/migedc.planners.set.to.look.ahead.html)

^^ ^^ I'm glad to hear (and read) that MIGEDC and its partners are working maximally to solve city's rapid urbanisation problem and continue to brainstormed ideas on how the Iloilo-Guimaras will work as a responsible, economically-driven metropolis. I hope they'll continue to build better plans for Greater Iloilo region.

chymera00

April 13th, 2007, 01:26 PM

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/201/455524449_7278dacac1.jpg
Those waters look so alluring, I want to visit San Joaquin on of these days and visit Cataan Cove and its other diving/snorkeling sites.

As of 2000, Miagao has a population of 57,092 (Wikipedia). The economy is still mostly agricultural. There also many cottage industries.hindi talaga updated ang population info sa atin sa Pinas. last popcom data was established year 2000. Are they planning to upgrade it yearly? Puwede na siguro to kasi computer-based na tayo. mas madali.
Yup, to think that the next census will be 2010 pa. What we can do now is population estimates lang, so sa Miagao the population is expected to reach 61,632 in 2007 and 63,799 in 2010.

You can learn more of stats about Miagao, here (http://www.exploreiloilo.com/category/miagao)

spacewagon1

April 13th, 2007, 01:33 PM

Bangui Bay Ilocos Norte wind farm the first in SE Asia now producing 25MW and constructing more wind turbines. They sell electricity at 7 centavos less than Napocor rates:

Panay potential sites for wind power in Pandan (Antique) - Nabas (Aklan), Northern and Southern Iloilo.

We can also have hydro power plants, now on the pipelines: Timbaban (Madalag, Aklan), Akean-Dalagsaan (Libacao, Aklan) and Villa Siga (Bugasong, Antique).

Co-generation with sugar mills can help pa sa sugar industry and additional income for agricultural communities. The most immediate option is energy efficiency.
Do we have the capacity to develop all these power resources? How long will it take for Iloilo to get into the renewable energy? I hope Iloilo will not reach a certain point where same discussion of power woes over and over again in the next 1 or 2 decades. By that time, Iloilo will need more energy and will plunge into darkness again. I raised the issue of RISE being a culprit of disapproval of coal-fired power plant BUT on the other hand, they did not deliver what Iloilo and Ilonggo needs, too. I'm so disappointed to say, that if we want to move, we have to be realistic. Here, abroad, if you start to hold blockage, you have to to have agood alternatives and source of fundings. Do you think RISE can provide energy to Ilonggo public other than campaigning against coal-fired plant/s entry in Iloilo? I wish to hear from RISE team about the issue. Thanks.

habagatcentral1

April 13th, 2007, 01:46 PM

[QUOTE]Those waters look so alluring, I want to visit San Joaquin on of these days and visit Cataan Cove and its other diving/snorkeling sites.

Halong ka lang Toto because the waters of Southern Iloilo are known to have a sudden drop in the seafloor. In Tagalog, matarik, in Ilonggo, its "kantilado". Many have been drowned because of the underwater terrain and some claim because its mystical.. The Legend of Diwata ng Dagat, hehehe!! :D

Yup, to think that the next census will be 2010 pa. What we can do now is population estimates lang, so sa Miagao the population is expected to reach 61,632 in 2007 and 63,799 in 2010.

You can learn more of stats about Miagao, here (http://www.exploreiloilo.com/category/miagao)

Another fact for Miami/Miag-ao, It has the largest number of barangays in a municipality in the province that has the largest number of barangays in the country.

chymera00

April 13th, 2007, 02:14 PM

Halong ka lang Toto because the waters of Southern Iloilo are known to have a sudden drop in the seafloor. In Tagalog, matarik, in Ilonggo, its "kantilado". Many have been drowned because of the underwater terrain and some claim because its mystical.. The Legend of Diwata ng Dagat, hehehe!! :D
I've heard about that ... but it still won't stop me, hehe
Nakupow! Wa pa guro kabaton si Sir Bombette sa e-mail ko on how to register in SSC. I believe he has been a lurker here as what he said in his text message once. Its just time and seemingly not user-friendly main page thread of SSC is keeping him from registering.
Sir Bomette is a busy man though, to think that he's the only person manning the Iloilo Provincial Tourism Office, which is in charge of promoting Iloilo's 40+ towns and 1 city. Hats off to you Mr. Marin :D

kirby21

April 13th, 2007, 02:24 PM

Congratulations to the 35th Thread of Iloilo !

kirby21

April 13th, 2007, 02:25 PM

Space, very nice articles and comments. Response posted in MIGEDC thread, migs. Cheerio. :banana:

Pacific_leopard

April 13th, 2007, 02:29 PM

I've heard about that ... but it still won't stop me, hehe

hehe.. swimmer ni xa sang elementary niya :lol:

leii_tomo

April 13th, 2007, 03:51 PM

pila lng ko kaadlaw la na ka online my new thread na dayun..jejeje

Pacific_leopard

April 13th, 2007, 04:18 PM

^^ako man gani natingala..hehe... kadasig lang...:)

kianshi

April 13th, 2007, 04:47 PM

hello everyone..long time nga wala wala gid ko kapost bah..!!Nice articles and developments going on our beloved ILOILO..
@pacific- dont forget ang gnborrow mo skon..hehe..halong.

oboi

April 13th, 2007, 04:59 PM

totopurz

April 13th, 2007, 06:06 PM

Do we have the capacity to develop all these power resources? How long will it take for Iloilo to get into the renewable energy? I hope Iloilo will not reach a certain point where same discussion of power woes over and over again in the next 1 or 2 decades. By that time, Iloilo will need more energy and will plunge into darkness again. I raised the issue of RISE being a culprit of disapproval of coal-fired power plant BUT on the other hand, they did not deliver what Iloilo and Ilonggo needs, too. I'm so disappointed to say, that if we want to move, we have to be realistic. Here, abroad, if you start to hold blockage, you have to to have agood alternatives and source of fundings. Do you think RISE can provide energy to Ilonggo public other than campaigning against coal-fired plant/s entry in Iloilo? I wish to hear from RISE team about the issue. Thanks.

As one of the conveners of Rise, please allow me to represent the group in this forum. From 2003 Rise has been asserting that a conscientious discussion be allowed before deciding on the type, capacity and when to establish the power plant.

We have been saying that both power shortage and oversupply will be detrimental to our economy and expensive to consumers. The country is in an 'energy crisis' with one of the most expensive power rates in the whole of Asia because of wrong projections in 1993. The graph will show the DoE 1993 forecast versus actual demand:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/renewable%20energy/forecastvsdemand.jpg

By 2002 the country has an installed capacity of 15GW (gegawatt) with dependable capacity 14GW for a demand of 8GW. So who pays for the un-utilized 6GW (75% off the mark!). This is the main reason for Napocor's P1.4 trillion debt that has been passed on to the filipino people. Additional burden of P18,667 per filipino!

So Rise questioned in 2003 where they got their projections for Panay Island's peak demands of 260MW in 2007, 320MW in 2010 and 428MW in 2014 to justify their push for coal-fired power plants. If they could have just statistically explained the projections who is Rise to prevent an essential infrastructure?

We should remember that other plans in 2003 were:

transfer of the 110MW Pinamucan diesel plant from Batangas to Iloilo
uprating of the submarine cable from 100MW to 200MW target for completion 2005

The Pinamucan plant was transferred while the uprating was postponed in 2003 indefinitely by then DoE Sec. Vince Perez although its accompanying 200MW Leyte-Cebu and 100MW Cebu to Negros submarine cable upratings have already been completed. If there is one arena where the politicos can lobby this is the uprating of additional 100MW Negros-Panay submarine cable.

At any rate, Rise has been vindicated by the fact that peak demand in Panay now is only 200MW and not 260MW. For the past two years, Rise initiated with WWF and the UP electrical and electronics eng. foundation a multi-stakeholders power development planning process (MSPDP) where the industry, academe and consumers group forecast reliably future demands.

MSPDP trained electric coops (Ileco 1,2,3, Capelco, Akelco, Anteco, Guimelco) and even Peco engineers on 'systems loss' segregation so that the problem areas in electricity losses can be identified whether technical or non-technical, such as pilfered. This helps the distribution utilities to make appropriate steps to address the problems. We targetted with them a 1-digit (maximum 9%) systems loss. Peco used to have more than 16% systems loss where paying consumers shoulder pilfered or stolen electricity.

Now that ERC has ordered the lowering Peco's guaranteed electricity quantity with PPC, Rise has initiated energy efficiency campaigns. Before the ERC order it was useless to campaign for energy conservation when Peco will still bill consumers for all their contracted power even un-utilized.

For the short-term, Rise invited an expert to talk with top power users (manufacturing, call centers, hospitals, universities, etc.) in the city on how to individually reduce demand through retrofits and other technologies so that they can save money and not overshoot PPC's 81MW capacity.

The most sensible long term solution is for the City to source its base-load demand (around 30MW) from the geothermal energy from Negros. The baseload demand for Panay, excluding Iloilo City, is 40MW so these can be easily accommodated by the existing 100MW submarine cable. Midrange and peak demands will use the diesel engines.

Rise, i'm proud to say has been on the thick of it. I don't know about you. Hope you join us, if you really care

Sige,

wecky

April 13th, 2007, 06:18 PM

hello everyone..long time nga wala wala gid ko kapost bah..!!Nice articles and developments going on our beloved ILOILO..
@pacific- dont forget ang gnborrow mo skon..hehe..halong.
you can always review the posts and previous thread in SSC-Philippines archives @kianshi. It's as easy as that, mate. That's what I'm doing if I'm missing something especially in the past where I posted very rarely in the forum.

Space, very nice articles and comments. Response posted in MIGEDC thread, migs. Cheerio. :banana:
Cheers guys. Brilliant responses in MIGEDC thread definitely. I've just been there and I'm glad to post more sooner.

Congratulations to the 35th Thread of Iloilo !
Welcome to Iloilo: The Heart of the Philippines Thread 35 !

death327

April 13th, 2007, 06:21 PM

wecky

April 13th, 2007, 06:26 PM

I'm posting some information from the Ayala Land, Inc. 2006 Annual Report...

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h141/oboi_1/ayalailoilo02.jpg

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h141/oboi_1/ayalailoilo01.jpg

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h141/oboi_1/ayalailoilo03.jpg

Any idea where is this property located in Iloilo?
same question here Oboi. I'm trying to locate and keep on visiting Ayala Land Inc's website but there's no definite info regarding Ayala Iloilo's residential homes. The target date of launching is third quarter of 2007. We rather wait for this one. This is very impressive development.

As one of the conveners of Rise, please allow me to represent the group in this forum. From 2003 Rise has been asserting that a conscientious discussion be allowed before deciding on the type, capacity and when to establish the power plant.

We have been saying that both power shortage and oversupply will be detrimental to our economy and expensive to consumers. The country is in an 'energy crisis' with one of the most expensive power rates in the whole of Asia because of wrong projections in 1993. The graph will show the DoE 1993 forecast versus actual demand:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/renewable%20energy/forecastvsdemand.jpg

By 2002 the country has an installed capacity of 15GW (gegawatt) with dependable capacity 14GW for a demand of 8GW. So who pays for the un-utilized 6GW (75% off the mark!). This is the main reason for Napocor's P1.4 trillion debt that has been passed on to the filipino people. Additional burden of P18,667 per filipino!

So Rise questioned in 2003 where they got their projections for Panay Island's peak demands of 260MW in 2007, 320MW in 2010 and 428MW in 2014 to justify their push for coal-fired power plants. If they could have just statistically explained the projections who is Rise to prevent an essential infrastructure?

We should remember that other plans in 2003 were:

transfer of the 110MW Pinamucan diesel plant from Batangas to Iloilo
uprating of the submarine cable from 100MW to 200MW target for completion 2005

The Pinamucan plant was transferred while the uprating was postponed in 2003 indefinitely by then DoE Sec. Vince Perez although its accompanying 200MW Leyte-Cebu and 100MW Cebu to Negros submarine cable upratings have already been completed. If there is one arena where the politicos can lobby this is the uprating of additional 100MW Negros-Panay submarine cable.

At any rate, Rise has been vindicated by the fact that peak demand in Panay now is only 200MW and not 260MW. For the past two years, Rise initiated with WWF and the UP electrical and electronics eng. foundation a multi-stakeholders power development planning process (MSPDP) where the industry, academe and consumers group forecast reliably future demands.

MSPDP trained electric coops (Ileco 1,2,3, Capelco, Akelco, Anteco, Guimelco) and even Peco engineers on 'systems loss' segregation so that the problem areas in electricity losses can be identified whether technical or non-technical, such as pilfered. This helps the distribution utilities to make appropriate steps to address the problems. We targetted with them a 1-digit (maximum 9%) systems loss. Peco used to have more than 16% systems loss where paying consumers shoulder pilfered or stolen electricity.

Now that ERC has ordered the lowering Peco's guaranteed electricity quantity with PPC, Rise has initiated energy efficiency campaigns. Before the ERC order it was useless to campaign for energy conservation when Peco will still bill consumers for all their contracted power even un-utilized.

For the short-term, Rise invited an expert to talk with top power users (manufacturing, call centers, hospitals, universities, etc.) in the city on how to individually reduce demand through retrofits and other technologies so that they can save money and not overshoot PPC's 81MW capacity.

The most sensible long term solution is for the City to source its base-load demand (around 30MW) from the geothermal energy from Negros. The baseload demand for Panay, excluding Iloilo City, is 40MW so these can be easily accommodated by the existing 100MW submarine cable. Midrange and peak demands will use the diesel engines.

Rise, i'm proud to say has been on the thick of it. I don't know about you. Hope you join us, if you really care

Sige,
Very detailed explanation @totopurz. But isn't it very ironic of what's happening in Iloilo City right now? Will the 2 proposals mentioned above be a reality? I hope so. Please enlighten us more what RISE supports and its future plans to help consumers and the city become sustainable with energy, etc. Thanks.

wecky

April 13th, 2007, 06:30 PM

Actually aside from electric problem the city is also facing a huge problem in Water. A lot of barangays in the city has no access to safe and potable water.

Both vital ingredients, water and electricity, will really hamper the growth of the city.
all major cities in the world have the same problem, water and electricity. What we want to hear is/are the city's plans to address these concerns. We really need to move fast right now. Elections will be in a month's time. Hopefully, there will be solutions before election starts, and not after elections pa.

IAMME

April 13th, 2007, 06:30 PM

wecky

April 13th, 2007, 06:44 PM

@oboi: 20 hectares of land for subdivision development? It sounds very small area to me. I hope they'll (even) double the size of the subdivision. With 20 hectares, a maximum of 100 houses na lang siguro ang ma-accomodate niya sina.

death327

April 13th, 2007, 06:46 PM

same question here Oboi. I'm trying to locate and keep on visiting Ayala Land Inc's website but there's no definite info regarding Ayala Iloilo's residential homes. The target date of launching is third quarter of 2007. We rather wait for this one. This is very impressive development.

I believe that is somewhere in San Miguel. I posted the news last time mentioning the landbank of Ayala in San Miguel.

totopurz

April 13th, 2007, 07:03 PM

I have a few questions: :D
1. Are Peco consumers not paying for unused energy anymore as ordered by the ERC?
2. The reason why electricity is so expensive is because we use PPC's diesel?
3. Why can't Peco also source from Napocor? Binding contracts? Until when?
4. When will they uprate the Panay-Negros Cables?
5. Why does Peco have the monopoly of power distribution in the city?

1. ERC reduced the guaranteed energy from 511,560,000 kwh to 373,032,024 kwh per year and formed part of the Peco-PPC amended contract on Oct. 4, 2005. Medyo halos pareho na ang guaranteed sa actual demand.

2. Yes, PPC's diesel plant should be used for peaking loads only and run for several hours not basedload that runs 24-7, this makes us consumers also vulnerable to mechanical problems (that we are now experiencing!). The machines are not designed that way.

3. ERC ordered Peco to reconnect with Napocor in its order dated Dec. 14, 2005 to avert this very crisis we are now in. Wala lang ginpanikasugan sang mga opisyales syudad nga ipatuman. To comply with the order, Peco entered into an agreement with Napocor mid 2006 for 5MW off-peak (mga 8 hours) supply. Pakonswelo but simulations showed that Peco consumers enjoyed P0.20 to P0.30 / kwh reduced rates, ti ano pa gid ayhan ginreduce sang rates kon ginhimo 30MW for 24 hours / day? Peco - PPC signed the 25 year Contract on January 24, 1997, may mga 15 years pa ta nga agwantahon.

4. Transco says they will uprate the submarine cable 1st quarter next year, they have started work in the Iloilo end (Barotac VIejo) already. We could not understand the postponement by DoE Sec. Perez then as it is a turnkey project that will raise funds on its own except to give way for the coal-fired power plants.

5. Congress approved Peco's franchise upon recommendation of local officials, of course.

totopurz

April 13th, 2007, 07:09 PM

Actually aside from electric problem the city is also facing a huge problem in Water. A lot of barangays in the city has no access to safe and potable water.

Both vital ingredients, water and electricity, will really hamper the growth of the city.

MIWD isa pa ni ka ulogtasan nga utility firm waay gidgabulig amlig sa Maasin Watershed. May mga pictures ko di sitwasyon sa watershed taken the last 2 weeks galing tomorrow ta lang post kay basi indi katulog iban sa aton karon. Sige

kirby21

April 13th, 2007, 07:10 PM

kirby21

April 13th, 2007, 07:16 PM

1. ERC reduced the guaranteed energy from 511,560,000 kwh to 373,032,024 kwh per year and formed part of the Peco-PPC amended contract on Oct. 4, 2005. Medyo halos pareho na ang guaranteed sa actual demand.

2. Yes, PPC's diesel plant should be used for peaking loads only and run for several hours not basedload that runs 24-7, this makes us consumers also vulnerable to mechanical problems (that we are now experiencing!). The machines are not designed that way.

3. ERC ordered Peco to reconnect with Napocor in its order dated Dec. 14, 2005 to avert this very crisis we are now in. Wala lang ginpanikasugan sang mga opisyales syudad nga ipatuman. To comply with the order, Peco entered into an agreement with Napocor mid 2006 for 5MW off-peak (mga 8 hours) supply. Pakonswelo but simulations showed that Peco consumers enjoyed P0.20 to P0.30 / kwh reduced rates, ti ano pa gid ayhan ginreduce sang rates kon ginhimo 30MW for 24 hours / day? Peco - PPC signed the 25 year Contract on January 24, 1997, may mga 15 years pa ta nga agwantahon.

4. Transco says they will uprate the submarine cable 1st quarter next year, they have started work in the Iloilo end (Barotac VIejo) already. We could not understand the postponement by DoE Sec. Perez then as it is a turnkey project that will raise funds on its own except to give way for the coal-fired power plants.

5. Congress approved Peco's franchise upon recommendation of local officials, of course.
With due respect of the things mentioned, what's RISE plan to help avert this problem?

Also any idea of the Solar Energy by Lopezes and Biomass by CPU? Will this be a sustainable energy for all of us Ilonggos? Why are we not developing these potentials?

Wind energy: will RISE lobby this move in our national government to provide funds for sustainable power for Iloilo and Ilonggos?

death327

April 13th, 2007, 07:16 PM

Is it possible for us to introduce new players in the market? Is it really true that Iloilo City is exclusively franchised only by PECO?

totopurz

April 13th, 2007, 07:25 PM

Very nice data indeed but I could not see tangible actions happening to decrease energy consumption and increasing vital supply, hence, more and more brownouts are happening in the city and province lately. If there's one thing that transpired last couple of months is the insufficient supply of energy and the ever expensive power rates in Iloilo City. If Panay truly has an excessive supply, why brownouts are prominent everywhere?

Is RISE also lobbying to answer any of these problems? Is the CASA's bio-power functional at present?

Anyway, I think this is the best time to scrutinise RISE predicaments as well. We can also raise issue as part of our enquiry of RISE stands and plans for Iloilo's sustainable energy.

Rise would always welcome healthy discussions on the issue. I think we should rather scrutinize all the components of the energy sector, that are generation, transmission and distribution. Often we just look at the generation side, but we have more problems on the transmission (N-1 compliance, submarine cables, substations, etc.) and distribution aspects (bilateral contracts, abuse of market power, etc.).

Please consider also that our Rise work is voluntary and we spend individual or institutional resources on these. Mas masadya tani kon damu ta nagabinuligay sa ulobrahon para sa pagpatin-ad sang aton banwa.

kirby21

April 13th, 2007, 07:26 PM

I am just thinking that if we are already experiencing problems with power supply right now, HOW MUCH MORE IF THE NEW CBD IN MANDURRIAO will start to operate? We'll have more problems in the future IMO. Now, is the right time to raise this concern. Given 2 years, Iloilo City will need more than 82 MW. It may even reach 100 or more in 2 years' time. Just look at the present development of the city and its neighbouring municiplaities? Aren't we concerned of the impending power problems it may happen in five years' time?

kirby21

April 13th, 2007, 07:36 PM

Rise would always welcome healthy discussions on the issue. I think we should rather scrutinize all the components of the energy sector, that are generation, transmission and distribution. Often we just look at the generation side, but we have more problems on the transmission (N-1 compliance, submarine cables, substations, etc.) and distribution aspects (bilateral contracts, abuse of market power, etc.).

Please consider also that our Rise work is voluntary and we spend individual or institutional resources on these. Mas masadya tani kon damu ta nagabinuligay sa ulobrahon para sa pagpatin-ad sang aton banwa.
I hope it will be the case, totopurz. But isn't it that RISE is already closing its doors with Coal-fired Power Plants proposal by 2 investors? Why do you think? I don't think there was a healthy discussion happened about this issue since academe used their students to form a rally against coal-fired plant. These two investors weren't even given a chance to discuss their issues of safety, advantages, etc with regards to disposing coal waste. I'm just wond'ring why most first world countries has a coal-fired energy if this is a very unhealthy form of power provider? Even UK uses coal-fired power and nuclear, too.

totopurz

April 13th, 2007, 07:57 PM

With due respect of the things mentioned, what's RISE plan to help avert this problem?

Also any idea of the Solar Energy by Lopezes and Biomass by CPU? Will this be a sustainable energy for all of us Ilonggos? Why are we not developing these potentials?

Wind energy: will RISE lobby this move in our national government to provide funds for sustainable power for Iloilo and Ilonggos?

Rise and with much credit to Atty. Roming Geroche and his group, Freedom from Debt Coalition, made gains some of which are:
1. reduced the guaranteed energy by more than 100,000,000 kwh / year that consumers have been paying even if not used,
2. made the ERC to order Peco to refund P1.89 billion to consumers for overcharging,
3. made the ERC to order Peco to reconnect with Napocor,
4. lobbied for the submarine cable interconnection so we may also enjoy the cheaper and clean geothermal energy,
5. assisted electric coops and Peco to reduce systems losses so the paying consumers will not have to shoulder stolen electricity,
6. trained these coops on how to make reliable forecasts that will be the basis in their entering into contracts with suppliers so that the consumers will not be unduly burdened by erroneous forecasts
7. etc., etc.

Much of the problems have long been anticipated, but it is beyond the capacity of Rise to compell compliance with regulatory agencies' decisions. We are just ordinary citizens mostly working with non-governmental organizations or academe the most that we can do is make noise.

Lopez Solar Gen is more geared to high-end dedicated use like isolated communication facilities. CPU Approtech and ANEC more on household and community scale electrification like the scores of micro hydros in the mountains around the island.

Existing national policies now favor dirty fossil fuels with tax holidays and lower taxes. Would you believe that tax for indigenous coal and imported coal per kwh are P0.04 and P0.09 while for local steam P0.26 and natural gas P0.66. This is why we are pushing for the renewable energy bill in congress to 'level the playing field'

totopurz

April 13th, 2007, 08:19 PM

I hope it will be the case, totopurz. But isn't it that RISE is already closing its doors with Coal-fired Power Plants proposal by 2 investors? Why do you think? I don't think there was a healthy discussion happened about this issue since academe used their students to form a rally against coal-fired plant. These two investors weren't even given a chance to discuss their issues of safety, advantages, etc with regards to disposing coal waste. I'm just wond'ring why most first world countries has a coal-fired energy if this is a very unhealthy form of power provider? Even UK uses coal-fired power and nuclear, too.

Rise engaged Kepco, Mirant, and DMCI on the issue and they failed, miserably. 1st their projections is now proven wrong they just drop figures from thin air without any statistical tool to back-up their claim. 2nd, questions on the impact to the fishing industry of northern iloilo particularly their cooling system and ash disposal were not adequately addressed. 3rd, this month's report by the intergovernmental panel on climate change and the situation of our watersheds vindicate Rise on the issue of global warming - this is a realization that the first world countries are now grappling with.

Rise met them in the barangay and municipal councils of Ajuy, Banate, Concepcion and Barotac Viejo. We had at least 3 public hearings in the Capitol, we discussed in the EMB-DENR, Regional Development Council, Iloilo Chamber of Commerce, Iloilo Business Club, Phil. Institute of Chemical Engineers, schools, Business-Bishops Conference, up to the Senate with investigations also by the House of Representatives.

Kudos to our local experts who stood-up and offered intellectual philantrophy.

ferrersky

April 14th, 2007, 03:12 AM

The candidate's forum yesterday said it very well. The problem in PECO cannot be fixed that easily because PECO is using DIESEL-fired Plant which is indeed greatly adding to PPC's expenditures. But just imagine the 10-peso-per-megawatt-hour rate of PECO compared to that of ILECO which is 5-peso-per-megawatt-hour. It is a very heated debate between the two "mayor-ables".

IMO, even though the alternative options are quite limited, with Political Will, the problem can be fixed like having it lobbied in the Congress that PECO will have their franchise removed if they continue giving problems to our city and our economy.

It's better if we connected to NAPOCOR for cheaper rates through ILECO and then we start finding ways to build another type of power plant. Wind would be expensive that the franchiser that will be using it might be again giving us high electric rates. This time, their reason for such would be because of having high construction cost.

ferrersky

April 14th, 2007, 03:20 AM

You know what, we should have this forum listed in the favorites tab of our local officials' computer. This is for them to see and contribute to our discussions. I'm waiting for that moment to arrive...

spacewagon1

April 14th, 2007, 09:25 AM

City pedicabs: ‘Barometers of poverty’
Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-14

PEDICABS or trisikads invading Iloilo City’s major thoroughfares and pestering vehicular traffic are the “barometers of poverty.”

City councilorables tackled the annoyance caused by pedicabs and tricycles in streets around the metropolis during the “Candidates Forum” hosted by the Iloilo City Hall Press Corps and SKYCable Wednesday.

“The routes of pedicabs and tricycles should not be on the major streets. There’s chaos because there’s no ordinance that prohibits them. One big problem is the duplication of franchises of tricycles and pedicabs,” said former councilor Rolando Dabao.

Dabao, an opposition bet, attributed the proliferation of these vehicles to fake franchises.

He also blamed the ineffectiveness of the controversial Perimeter Boundary Ordinance to address traffic woes.

“Traffic is a mess, failure – nobody can dispute that. While public utility vehicles are not allowed to enter the city, there are still mini-terminals,” Dabao stressed.

“The city government must impose traffic rules, if not who will discipline the riding public? There’s no need of more ordinances but only strict implementation of traffic regulations,” he said.

Re-electionist administration councilor Jeffrey Ganzon said “there’s nothing wrong in the PBO implementation.”

“The public should be disciplined. There’s no problem that has no solution like the traffic. What can the city government do is to study and regulate. Pedicabs are barometers of poverty here. As a service-oriented office, we have to be compassionate to these pedicab drivers. We have to be tempered and not very strict on them,” Ganzon explained.

Former councilor Tony Pesina also of the administration bloc, shared an “honest observation” saying that “the traffic situation has improved a bit due to the PBO system.”

Citing statistics on registration of vehicles, Pesina said regulating 12,000 public utility vehicles (PUVs) is no match to 52,000 private cars plying the city main streets.

“What we need is self-imposed discipline like observing ‘no parking’. We should not always blame the city government,” Pesina said.

“Pedicabs have been providing livelihood to the residents, if not, they might resort to illegal drugs and robberies. We only need to regulate them,” said Pesina.

source: The Guardian ILOILO (http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2478)

spacewagon1

April 14th, 2007, 09:34 AM

Rise and with much credit to Atty. Roming Geroche and his group, Freedom from Debt Coalition, made gains some of which are:
1. reduced the guaranteed energy by more than 100,000,000 kwh / year that consumers have been paying even if not used,
2. made the ERC to order Peco to refund P1.89 billion to consumers for overcharging,
3. made the ERC to order Peco to reconnect with Napocor,
4. lobbied for the submarine cable interconnection so we may also enjoy the cheaper and clean geothermal energy,
5. assisted electric coops and Peco to reduce systems losses so the paying consumers will not have to shoulder stolen electricity,
6. trained these coops on how to make reliable forecasts that will be the basis in their entering into contracts with suppliers so that the consumers will not be unduly burdened by erroneous forecasts
7. etc., etc.

Much of the problems have long been anticipated, but it is beyond the capacity of Rise to compell compliance with regulatory agencies' decisions. We are just ordinary citizens mostly working with non-governmental organizations or academe the most that we can do is make noise.

Lopez Solar Gen is more geared to high-end dedicated use like isolated communication facilities. CPU Approtech and ANEC more on household and community scale electrification like the scores of micro hydros in the mountains around the island.

Existing national policies now favor dirty fossil fuels with tax holidays and lower taxes. Would you believe that tax for indigenous coal and imported coal per kwh are P0.04 and P0.09 while for local steam P0.26 and natural gas P0.66. This is why we are pushing for the renewable energy bill in congress to 'level the playing field'
How long do you think this renewable energy come to Iloilo? How far will it solve our problem of electrification.

I'm just curious though on why CPU Approtech focused on far-flung baranngays electrification when the problem is right before their eyes and reach. Iloilo City needs energy more than these baranggays as we have seen it for the last few months. It's not solving problem for me though, it's going round the bush, IMO.

tax holidays, no matter what they're for are given for businesses across the board. If renewable energy providers will invest in Iloilo, I'm very sure they'll be given the same tax holidays as other forms of power provider. The thing is, we are experiencing problems right now, and we need solution, asap.

spacewagon1

April 14th, 2007, 09:36 AM

spacewagon1

April 14th, 2007, 09:49 AM

BYAHILO

April 14th, 2007, 10:12 AM

ano na balita sa opening sang airport

habagatcentral1

April 14th, 2007, 10:19 AM

Guys, just a friendly reminder: Let us use the multi-quote functionality of SSC forum so that we can still read the previous posts. Thanks! :)

IMPRESARIO

April 14th, 2007, 10:25 AM

Guys, just a friendly reminder: Let us use the multi-quote functionality of SSC forum so that we can still read the previous posts. Thanks! :)

^^That means you Master Spacewagon, :lol: just kidding!

daks2003

April 14th, 2007, 10:46 AM

One thing why they cant stop the trisikads is that, its association is headed by somebody who comes from "prominent" family who also controls the waterfront area...in fact daw gapadalagan man gani konsehal subong...puro lang grandstanding mga kandidato subong...they dont need to discuss it...isa lang na katawag sa mga police officials kag pangdakpun ang mga sikad nga ga invade sa mayur nga dalanun

City pedicabs: ‘Barometers of poverty’
Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-14

PEDICABS or trisikads invading Iloilo City’s major thoroughfares and pestering vehicular traffic are the “barometers of poverty.”

City councilorables tackled the annoyance caused by pedicabs and tricycles in streets around the metropolis during the “Candidates Forum” hosted by the Iloilo City Hall Press Corps and SKYCable Wednesday.

“The routes of pedicabs and tricycles should not be on the major streets. There’s chaos because there’s no ordinance that prohibits them. One big problem is the duplication of franchises of tricycles and pedicabs,” said former councilor Rolando Dabao.

Dabao, an opposition bet, attributed the proliferation of these vehicles to fake franchises.

He also blamed the ineffectiveness of the controversial Perimeter Boundary Ordinance to address traffic woes.

“Traffic is a mess, failure – nobody can dispute that. While public utility vehicles are not allowed to enter the city, there are still mini-terminals,” Dabao stressed.

“The city government must impose traffic rules, if not who will discipline the riding public? There’s no need of more ordinances but only strict implementation of traffic regulations,” he said.

Re-electionist administration councilor Jeffrey Ganzon said “there’s nothing wrong in the PBO implementation.”

“The public should be disciplined. There’s no problem that has no solution like the traffic. What can the city government do is to study and regulate. Pedicabs are barometers of poverty here. As a service-oriented office, we have to be compassionate to these pedicab drivers. We have to be tempered and not very strict on them,” Ganzon explained.

Former councilor Tony Pesina also of the administration bloc, shared an “honest observation” saying that “the traffic situation has improved a bit due to the PBO system.”

Citing statistics on registration of vehicles, Pesina said regulating 12,000 public utility vehicles (PUVs) is no match to 52,000 private cars plying the city main streets.

“What we need is self-imposed discipline like observing ‘no parking’. We should not always blame the city government,” Pesina said.

“Pedicabs have been providing livelihood to the residents, if not, they might resort to illegal drugs and robberies. We only need to regulate them,” said Pesina.

source: The Guardian ILOILO (http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2478)

habagatcentral1

April 14th, 2007, 10:50 AM

totopurz

April 14th, 2007, 03:13 PM

Originally Posted by kirby21 View Post
I hope it will be the case, totopurz. But isn't it that RISE is already closing its doors with Coal-fired Power Plants proposal by 2 investors? Why do you think? I don't think there was a healthy discussion happened about this issue since academe used their students to form a rally against coal-fired plant. These two investors weren't even given a chance to discuss their issues of safety, advantages, etc with regards to disposing coal waste. I'm just wond'ring why most first world countries has a coal-fired energy if this is a very unhealthy form of power provider? Even UK uses coal-fired power and nuclear, too.

This one thing I really don't like back home. Using students to get what they want. On whether students were informed properly or not, they were forced to walk and rally for a thing they barely have no idea with.They weren't given option and the right to hear both sides. We should start exercising this thing back home. If we want to present facts, we need to listen on both sides, and let the people decide. Some even uses poor religion to further what they want. Again, another ridiculous move very familiar in the Philippine setting.

It's not fair to accuse Rise of forcing students to attend rallies against the coal plants. Among the members of Rise were student organizations like fraternities, sororities, councils that arranged discussion groups and symposia in various campuses to raise the awareness of the students on the issue. Rise was not in any position to force students to attend the rallies. It was and is right for student organizations and academic institutions to join as their future is at stake.

Majority of those who rallied were marginal fisherfolks whose livelihood will be sacrificed for the coal-fired power plants. It was admirable how communities in Banate, for example, could contribute resources to mobilize in the thousands so that their voice will be heard. They were defending the Banate Bay their source of livelihood.

The party that had clear advantage in social marketing then was the coal-pushers. They have a publisher-editor of a daily newspaper in Iloilo City heading their PR machinery (he personally carried press releases and 'envelopes' to media outlets in the city). This is the same paper that plagiarizes pictures in this thread. Hopefully the editor read this post!

They 'toured' barangay, municipal, provincial officials and representatives of academe, students, professionals to Metro Manila and other areas in Luzon to convince them. Using underhanded tactics to have their way . . .

How long do you think this renewable energy come to Iloilo? How far will it solve our problem of electrification.

I'm just curious though on why CPU Approtech focused on far-flung baranngays electrification when the problem is right before their eyes and reach. Iloilo City needs energy more than these baranggays as we have seen it for the last few months. It's not solving problem for me though, it's going round the bush, IMO.

tax holidays, no matter what they're for are given for businesses across the board. If renewable energy providers will invest in Iloilo, I'm very sure they'll be given the same tax holidays as other forms of power provider. The thing is, we are experiencing problems right now, and we need solution, asap.

Renewable energy is already in Iloilo, that is why Ileco's 1,2, and 3 rates are cheaper. 86% of Napocor's energy mix is renewable geothermal energy. Problem is Peco will not get electricity from Napocor!

CPU is addressing a particular niche - silently bringing development to communities among the poorest of the poor. It's a noble calling, let them be.

Paligban ta ya ang wise-use sang available resources. Remember the baseload of Panay Island (excluding Iloilo City) is only 40MW but the available dependable capacity of the existing submarine cable is 80MW. Ti ngaa indi ta pag-usaron ang subra nga renewable sa syudad?

Sorry to say this, but either our city officials are corrupt or so stupid not to understand this! Mahimo gani sang Iloilo Foremost Milling and Provincial Capitol, kabudlay gid na intiendihon haw?

kirby21

April 14th, 2007, 03:55 PM

Guys, just a friendly reminder: Let us use the multi-quote functionality of SSC forum so that we can still read the previous posts. Thanks! :)

^^That means you Master Spacewagon, :lol: just kidding!
Think we can still read previous posts, either way, should we want it? I never knew this become more of an issue lately than anything else. Besides, it's only in Iloilo forum where we are more concerned with such matter. :bash:

kirby21

April 14th, 2007, 04:25 PM

One thing why they cant stop the trisikads is that, its association is headed by somebody who comes from "prominent" family who also controls the waterfront area...in fact daw gapadalagan man gani konsehal subong...puro lang grandstanding mga kandidato subong...they dont need to discuss it...isa lang na katawag sa mga police officials kag pangdakpun ang mga sikad nga ga invade sa mayur nga dalanun
are you referring to espinosa's family? There's two sides of the story though - of course the bad and the good one. There are too many Espinosa's in CPU (esp CPU high school and elementary), and I haven't heard about their involvement in trisikad's business at all. :)

It's not fair to accuse Rise of forcing students to attend rallies against the coal plants. Among the members of Rise were student organizations like fraternities, sororities, councils that arranged discussion groups and symposia in various campuses to raise the awareness of the students on the issue. Rise was not in any position to force students to attend the rallies. It was and is right for student organizations and academic institutions to join as their future is at stake.

Majority of those who rallied were marginal fisherfolks whose livelihood will be sacrificed for the coal-fired power plants. It was admirable how communities in Banate, for example, could contribute resources to mobilize in the thousands so that their voice will be heard. They were defending the Banate Bay their source of livelihood.

The party that had clear advantage in social marketing then was the coal-pushers. They have a publisher-editor of a daily newspaper in Iloilo City heading their PR machinery (he personally carried press releases and 'envelopes' to media outlets in the city). This is the same paper that plagiarizes pictures in this thread. Hopefully the editor read this post!

They 'toured' barangay, municipal, provincial officials and representatives of academe, students, professionals to Metro Manila and other areas in Luzon to convince them. Using underhanded tactics to have their way . . .

Renewable energy is already in Iloilo, that is why Ileco's 1,2, and 3 rates are cheaper. 86% of Napocor's energy mix is renewable geothermal energy. Problem is Peco will not get electricity from Napocor!

CPU is addressing a particular niche - silently bringing development to communities among the poorest of the poor. It's a noble calling, let them be.

Paligban ta ya ang wise-use sang available resources. Remember the baseload of Panay Island (excluding Iloilo City) is only 40MW but the available dependable capacity of the existing submarine cable is 80MW. Ti ngaa indi ta pag-usaron ang subra nga renewable sa syudad?

Sorry to say this, but either our city officials are corrupt or so stupid not to understand this! Mahimo gani sang Iloilo Foremost Milling and Provincial Capitol, kabudlay gid na intiendihon haw?
What renewable energy ILECO is using at present? And what's the reason why this dependable capacity wasn't used at all?

totopurz

April 14th, 2007, 05:24 PM

What renewable energy ILECO is using at present? And what's the reason why this dependable capacity wasn't used at all?

The ILECOs buy from Napocor (Visayas Grid), the energy generation mix of which generally compose of coal 3%, oil 13% and geothermal 84% (less than 1% hydro, 2003 Jan to Nov figures).

Back to the demand profile of Panay Island (excluding Iloilo City), figure below:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/renewable%20energy/Nov2404powerdispatchcopy.jpg

there is an existing 100MW submarine cable (dependable capacity = 80MW) supplying geothermal energy from Negros to Panay and the ILECOs used these.

For each particular load there are suitable power plants. Geothermal, coal and hydro are baseload plants for they run 24/7. Diesel and combined cycle gas turbine are examples of midrange and peaking plants, these engines can be switched on and off in split seconds and should run only for several hours a day.

Try running your diesel engines for 24 hours 7 days a week for several months and you will have maintenance problems - this is what PPC-Peco have been doing in Iloilo City. Remember the months-long intermittent brownouts about 2 years ago - it was maintenance related. The brownouts now? - same reason.

If you have a 100MW baseload plant for a demand profile like Panay, then you waste so much electricity for several hours a day because demand shoots more than 100MW only during 6pm to 10pm.

Iloilo City's baseload demand is about 30MW, then the most sensible thing is for Peco to get this from the geothermal energy while the midrange and peaking loads from PPC's diesel. This will push down rates and minimize waste.

Typical Iloilo City Load Profile:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/renewable%20energy/Typicalloadprofile.jpg

Ti ngaa wala na gina-ubra? . . . because of the minimum guaranteed electricity quantity in the Peco-PPC Contract. Pabayaran man gihapon sang PPC ang guaranteed energy maski sa Napocor na magkuha ang Peco (pls see previous posts).

This is where 'political will' is much needed especially from the Mayor and the City Council

alvin6k

April 14th, 2007, 06:15 PM

BYAHILO

April 14th, 2007, 07:51 PM

saw tis video last week. its great! its always good for cities to produce this kind of videos as promotional material.

ill post this video in my blog, after ko lng matapos ang visita iglesia series ko.....

IAMME

April 14th, 2007, 07:51 PM

Let me do it for you::)
wjytYsq3g3s
:applause::applause::applause:

daks2003

April 14th, 2007, 08:15 PM

amo na ang budlay totopurz kay ang taga cityhall kag taga peco barkadahay...so how could you scold your barkada?? hehehe pero di bala nga ang PPC is partly owned by PECO and PECO is partly owned by PPC?

The ILECOs buy from Napocor (Visayas Grid), the energy generation mix of which generally compose of coal 3%, oil 13% and geothermal 84% (less than 1% hydro, 2003 Jan to Nov figures).

Back to the demand profile of Panay Island (excluding Iloilo City), figure below:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/renewable%20energy/Nov2404powerdispatchcopy.jpg

there is an existing 100MW submarine cable (dependable capacity = 80MW) supplying geothermal energy from Negros to Panay and the ILECOs used these.

For each particular load there are suitable power plants. Geothermal, coal and hydro are baseload plants for they run 24/7. Diesel and combined cycle gas turbine are examples of midrange and peaking plants, these engines can be switched on and off in split seconds and should run only for several hours a day.

Try running your diesel engines for 24 hours 7 days a week for several months and you will have maintenance problems - this is what PPC-Peco have been doing in Iloilo City. Remember the months-long intermittent brownouts about 2 years ago - it was maintenance related. The brownouts now? - same reason.

If you have a 100MW baseload plant for a demand profile like Panay, then you waste so much electricity for several hours a day because demand shoots more than 100MW only during 6pm to 10pm.

Iloilo City's baseload demand is about 30MW, then the most sensible thing is for Peco to get this from the geothermal energy while the midrange and peaking loads from PPC's diesel. This will push down rates and minimize waste.

Typical Iloilo City Load Profile:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/renewable%20energy/Typicalloadprofile.jpg

Ti ngaa wala na gina-ubra? . . . because of the minimum guaranteed electricity quantity in the Peco-PPC Contract. Pabayaran man gihapon sang PPC ang guaranteed energy maski sa Napocor na magkuha ang Peco (pls see previous posts).

This is where 'political will' is much needed especially from the Mayor and the City Council

kirby21

April 14th, 2007, 08:43 PM

daks2003

April 14th, 2007, 08:49 PM

2 ACTIVISTS ABDUCTED
Another wounded in ambush

By ERNAN BALDOMERO

ILOILO – Three human rights activists were ambushed Thursday night. One was wounded while two others were abducted by still unidentified armed men.

Jose Ely “Leeboy” Garachico, 51, secretary general of Karapatan-Panay, was shot on the neck while his two companions, Nilo Arado, chairman of the militant Bagong Alyansang Makabayan, and Ma. Luisa Posa-Dominado, 52, of Selda, remain missing.

Chief Supt. Gerry Barrias, Philippine National Police Task Force Usig commander and former director of the Police Regional Office 6, ordered a thorough investigation on this latest attack on activists.

As of press time, Garachico remains at the Iloilo Doctors Hospital after sustaining a gunshot wound on the neck. He was the one driving the Mitsubishi L200 pick-up van they were riding. He may need surgery.

The incident happened around 9:30 p.m. in Brgy. Cabanbanan, Oton town, some seven kilometers from Iloilo City.

KMP spokesman Carl Ala said the three activists were passing Brgy. Cabanbanan after attending an Anakpawis gathering in Antique when a van blocked their pick-up truck past 9 p.m. Two men allegedly alighted from the vans and shot Garachico.

“Matagal nang binabanggit ni Ka Nilo na parating may sumusunod sa kanyang military at binilinan namin siyang mag-ingat (Ka Nilo had told us that he has been tailed by the military. We warned him to be cautious),” Ala said in a text message.

Dominado was a political detainee during the Martial Law years and is now the spokesperson of the Samahan ng mga Ex-Detainees Laban sa Detensyon at para sa Amnestiya (Selda) in Panay Island.

Arado is also an Anakpawis-Panay leader while Garachico is also the party-list Bayan Muna regional project coordinator.

Although wounded, Garachico managed to tell investigators about the incident. He said they noticed a green colored Mitsubishi van tailing them in Tigbauan town, 14 kilometers south of Iloilo City.

“We believe that it is the (Armed Forces of the Philippines') death squad and their cohorts who are behind this latest attack against us,” Ala said.

Garachico said he tried to outrun the van but it managed to overtake and cut the path of the pick-up he was driving.

Two armed men in short pants and t-shirts got off the van, shot Garachico and ordered him to alight from the driver's seat.

One of the armed men took over the vehicle and drove away with Dominado and Arado still onboard, leaving Garachico behind.

Garachico was taken by the village chief to the police station and then to the hospital. Witnesses said the hijacked vehicle and the van sped off in the direction of Oton town proper and Iloilo City.

Police immediately set up check points in Oton but failed to apprehend the suspects or locate the missing activists.

Karapatan's national directorate has recorded over 800 cases of extrajudicial killings of activists since President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo took power in 2001.

The alleged murders have been the subject of investigations of a Malacañang-created commission, a subcommittee of the United States Senate and the United Nations.

The Philippine National Police ordered yesterday the relief of Senior Insp. Vicente Castor, police chief of Oton.

Barias said the relief order is in line with PNP chief Director General Oscar Calderon's directive to sack police officials where attacks on rights activists occur.

Bayan Muna’s Hope Hervilla, regional coordinator said, "We could not think of other persons or groups responsible other than the death squads unleashed by the administration and the Armed Forces of the Philippines."

"They have brought the murders to Panay after spilling blood in other parts of the country. We demand justice for all the victims and the release of our two missing colleagues," said Hervilla

^^ ^^ ^^
If you were the perpetrators of this, would it be wise to leave somebody alive to tell the tale???? hehehe kun gulpi lang magtuhaw ang duwa nila ka upod nga nadula kag magwangal nga gin torture sila...ti bal-an nyo na ina kun ano ang tuod-tuod nga natabo ah

kirby21

April 14th, 2007, 08:57 PM

amo na ang budlay totopurz kay ang taga cityhall kag taga peco barkadahay...so how could you scold your barkada?? hehehe pero di bala nga ang PPC is partly owned by PECO and PECO is partly owned by PPC?
They both needs to be sanctioned by the national government. I really like the idea of totopurz of using available power BUT how can we do it? The question right now is whether the national government will take the exclusivity of PECO to supply energy for Iloilo.

The ILECOs buy from Napocor (Visayas Grid), the energy generation mix of which generally compose of coal 3%, oil 13% and geothermal 84% (less than 1% hydro, 2003 Jan to Nov figures).

Back to the demand profile of Panay Island (excluding Iloilo City), figure below:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/renewable%20energy/Nov2404powerdispatchcopy.jpg

there is an existing 100MW submarine cable (dependable capacity = 80MW) supplying geothermal energy from Negros to Panay and the ILECOs used these.

For each particular load there are suitable power plants. Geothermal, coal and hydro are baseload plants for they run 24/7. Diesel and combined cycle gas turbine are examples of midrange and peaking plants, these engines can be switched on and off in split seconds and should run only for several hours a day.

Try running your diesel engines for 24 hours 7 days a week for several months and you will have maintenance problems - this is what PPC-Peco have been doing in Iloilo City. Remember the months-long intermittent brownouts about 2 years ago - it was maintenance related. The brownouts now? - same reason.

If you have a 100MW baseload plant for a demand profile like Panay, then you waste so much electricity for several hours a day because demand shoots more than 100MW only during 6pm to 10pm.

Iloilo City's baseload demand is about 30MW, then the most sensible thing is for Peco to get this from the geothermal energy while the midrange and peaking loads from PPC's diesel. This will push down rates and minimize waste.

Typical Iloilo City Load Profile:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/renewable%20energy/Typicalloadprofile.jpg

Ti ngaa wala na gina-ubra? . . . because of the minimum guaranteed electricity quantity in the Peco-PPC Contract. Pabayaran man gihapon sang PPC ang guaranteed energy maski sa Napocor na magkuha ang Peco (pls see previous posts).

This is where 'political will' is much needed especially from the Mayor and the City Council
I think it's both political will of city officials and will of people back homethat will eventually answer the problem. But how?

chymera00

April 14th, 2007, 10:07 PM

IMPRESARIO

April 15th, 2007, 02:25 AM

totopurz

April 15th, 2007, 05:10 AM

They both needs to be sanctioned by the national government. I really like the idea of totopurz of using available power BUT how can we do it? The question right now is whether the national government will take the exclusivity of PECO to supply energy for Iloilo.

I think it's both political will of city officials and will of people back homethat will eventually answer the problem. But how?

Direct connection to Napocor by Iloilo Foremost Milling and the Capitol proves that available renewable and cheaper power can be used in Iloilo City.

For Peco to use geothermal energy as baseload means amending their Contract with PPC and reducing further the guaranteed energy by 2/3, equivalent to 262,800,000 kwh per year (P1.8 billion).

The problem is, to quote daks2003:
amo na ang budlay totopurz kay ang taga cityhall kag taga peco barkadahay...so how could you scold your barkada?? hehehe pero di bala nga ang PPC is partly owned by PECO and PECO is partly owned by PPC?

PPC own 30% of Peco and vice-versa creating a monopoly. Rise with FDC complained with ERC on the 'abuse of market power' by these corporations leading to the ERC decisions refund (P1.89 billion), reconnection with NPC and reduction of guaranteed energy (although not as much as we asked for - pls read earlier posts).

All we need is to have the local government lead in implementing these decisions!

METROPOLITAN_ILOILO

April 15th, 2007, 06:08 AM

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METROPOLITAN_ILOILO

April 15th, 2007, 06:11 AM

Direct connection to Napocor by Iloilo Foremost Milling and the Capitol proves that available renewable and cheaper power can be used in Iloilo City.

For Peco to use geothermal energy as baseload means amending their Contract with PPC and reducing further the guaranteed energy by 2/3, equivalent to 262,800,000 kwh per year (P1.8 billion).

The problem is, to quote daks2003:

PPC own 30% of Peco and vice-versa creating a monopoly. Rise with FDC complained with ERC on the 'abuse of market power' by these corporations leading to the ERC decisions refund (P1.89 billion), reconnection with NPC and reduction of guaranteed energy (although not as much as we asked for - pls read earlier posts).

All we need is to have the local government lead in implementing these decisions!

Classic... the Alogs call this "ginisa sa sariling mantika" how could you destroy something that benefit you? God knows people in city hall are stock holders themselves as well for this 30-30 thing. Again... isnt the WILL its about beneficial friendship... if there were 10 of you and all of are well fed, would you dare to complain or destroy that which nourish you? Of course we can complain as we are considered not part of the fed but we're on the hungry side... its not about will anymore but a classic example of how the GREED of the few could create an impoverished majority. You can't blame people going out of the streets... there are reasons... but would they give up their "comforts" for the benefit the majority who pays a lot more than they deserve? PECO dies dies laughing! :bash:

Im quite afraid of that prominent family because Alfred McCoy pointed them as one of the Big Reasons why Iloilo fell down on its knees in the 50's.

This i agree 100% it was pointed out as the downfall of ILOILO. It was the blockade at the ILOILO Pier. Thats the problem with the OLD SCHOOL Business esp if its managed by the influential few... Again classic ILOILO.
But then again a new genration of ILONGGo politicians, a new breed is coming... my only hope is that whatever gains that we painfully achieved for the last few years we can continue to double our efforts on those.

Right now, the foundation and groundworks are being laid for a better ILOILO, providing a good business climate and an investor friendly City. As was Pointed out by Councilor Jed since his first term until now they are continually working on ILOILO to be an investors heaven... he was able to create resolutions on this. Now, the only big stumbling block is power rates as he pointed out... its really an uphill battle when it comes to this. Im really glad that there exist freedom from debt coalition and RISE that we came about the reality of things that is actually disabling us from realizing our goals of becoming an investor friendly city... by pointing out what is wrong in the system... but it is for us people to do something about this. They showed us it can be done by private individuals (when Mr Gerochi defeated the Giant PECO thru a leagl battle)... maybe if we small people converge and give a big fight and a run for their money we might as well slay the tyrant of a giant that is PECO. Just imagined the business opportunities LOST because of exorbitant power rates. I mean this is totally ridiculous a medium sized city having a power rates higher than NCR? I mean is that GOLD that they are selling? :bash:

yeah, id rather call it Peste Electric Company... Lucky are those in the province to have the Coops... they at the very least used their heads and not pockets. Talk about service! :bash:

totopurz

April 15th, 2007, 07:13 AM

Me thinks there is a good opportunity in the ERC decision to have Peco refund P1.89 billion for overcharging. Peco owes us, consumers, P1.89 billion that if we can transform into shares capital will give the board majority to the consumers representatives.

My suggestion is to transform Peco into a 'corporative' - combination of corporation (Cacho family and business relations) and cooperative (consumers). This will give consumers direct voice in the management to protect and advance consumers interest while reducing the profit motive.

Basi may mga corporate financial experts here who can help, bululigan ta ni bi . . .

totopurz

April 15th, 2007, 07:28 AM

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If you were the perpetrators of this, would it be wise to leave somebody alive to tell the tale???? hehehe kun gulpi lang magtuhaw ang duwa nila ka upod nga nadula kag magwangal nga gin torture sila...ti bal-an nyo na ina kun ano ang tuod-tuod nga natabo ah

Liboy Garachico was shot in the neck and the bullet body lodged to his chest missing by less than a quarter of an inch his heart, it was really meant to kill him.

Luisa and Nilo were dragged from the pick-up to the van, Liboy was grabbed also but because of his seat belt and holding on the wheels delayed it a bit.

Luisa's former classmates in Hijas de Jesus are calling on the abductors to immediately release her and Nilo, a farmer-leader. The United Nations and a US Senate Committee called the attention of the Philippine government on the deteriorating human rights situation.

This should not be happening in our country.

SamwiseGamgee

April 15th, 2007, 07:54 AM

Let me do it for you::)
wjytYsq3g3s
:applause::applause::applause:

Congratulations to the makers of this video. Palanindog balahibo ko...

:applause: :applause: :applause:

SamwiseGamgee

April 15th, 2007, 08:34 AM

Pres. Manuel A. Roxas
Bassinette Noderama
2007-04-15

On April 15, 1948, the fifth president of the country had a fatal heart attack after delivering a speech at Clark Air Base in Angeles, Pampamga. Manuel A. Roxas was born in Capiz. The provincial capital, Roxas City, was named after him.

The only Ilonggo to occupy the highest post of the land was the Last President of the Commonwealth and the First President of the 3rd Republic of the Philippines.

The bar topnotcher, patriot, statesman, parliamentarian, and orator was born on New Year’s Day of 1892. His father, Gerardo Roxas, Sr. was killed by the Spanish guardia civil seven months before he was born. His mother, Rosario Acuña, brought him up very well.

After serving as secretary of Supreme Court Justice Cayetano Arellano, the Pride of Capiz ventured into politics. He started as councilor, then provincial governor. Fellow governors elected him as chairman in a national convention.

As a congressman, he was elected as Speaker of the House in 1922. The member of the OSROX (Osmena-Roxas) Commission went to the US to lobby for Philippine independence from the Americans.

During the presidency of Manuel Quezon, the vice president was Sergio Osmena. Finance Secretary Manuel Roxas was appointed chairman of the National Economic Council and the National Development Company.

Just before World War II, the silver-tongued genius was re-elected senator. He garnered the highest number of votes.

Instead of defending his countrymen in the legislative chamber, Roxas served as Major in the Philippine Army and Liaison Officer under Gen. Douglas McArthur. His duty was to procure food for the soldiers defending Bataan and Corregidor. Promotion to the rank of colonel was the reward for a job well done.

Before Bataan fell, McArthur left for Australia. Roxas was assigned to check the troops in Visayas and Mindanao. For this, the Pride of Capiz became a brigadier general.

After the war, there were accusations that Roxas collaborated with the Japanese. Gen. Douglas McArthur defended him. Further proof that the trust and confidence on the legislator did not wane was seen when the Senate had its first session. Roxas was elected Senate President.

Just before the 1946 presidential elections, the Pride of Capiz defected from the Nacionalista Party. His group founded the Liberal Party. He was elected president with Elpidio Quirino as vice-president...

http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/opinion0.php?id=836

leii_tomo

April 15th, 2007, 08:59 AM

spacewagon1

April 15th, 2007, 09:46 AM

DPWH fast tracks construction
of P50-M NIADP access roads

ILOILO City – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is fast tracking the construction of the P50-million worth of access roads of the New Iloilo Airport Development Project (NIADP) in Sta. Barbara-Cabatuan towns.

The NIADP will be inauguration soon.

Director Roland Asis of the DPWH Regional Office said the five-kilometer access road from Pavia to Sta. Barbara is being constructed by the International Builders Corporation (IBC).

The road construction started last March 28 and is scheduled to be completed within 240 days.

Asis said the 11-kilometer Zarraga to Sta. Barbara road, also called the Metro Iloilo radial road, is being constructed by IBC simultaneously with the Sta. Barbara-Pavia road.

But he said the Iloilo City to Ungka road was still up for bidding. It has an allocation of P30 million from the DPWH.

Meanwhile, the road-widening project from Christ the King Memorial Park in Jaro to Pavia has been completed.

The Jaro-Pavia road is now a four-lane highway.

Asis said these projects would complement the new airport project by providing tourists and other air passengers good access roads.

The NIADP constructed in 2002 at the original cost of P6.2 billion was set to be inaugurated by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo next week. Latest advisory by the Office of the Mayor, however, said the President has decided to defer her Iloilo visit, due to the heart surgery of First Gentleman Jose Miguel "Mike" Arroyo.

The airport with a 2.5 kilometers runway, could serve three big airplanes and three smaller ones at one time.

It has international standard facilities.

source: Panay NEWS (http://www.panaynews.com.ph/news3.htm)

spacewagon1

April 15th, 2007, 09:58 AM

Let me do it for you::)
wjytYsq3g3s
:applause::applause::applause:

Impressive guid ya, it's the first time I've seen a video like this about Iloilo (well, last week acutally)
I see that it's very well researched ... I think that the golden crown idea among others are just brilliant :D
it's one of the Iloilo City's best video (if not the Best) I've seen for a while now. I'm really, really proud of my Ilonggo heritage. AllI can say is "WOW". Iloilo will definitely be the NEXT CONVENTION CENTER of our country.

Me thinks there is a good opportunity in the ERC decision to have Peco refund P1.89 billion for overcharging. Peco owes us, consumers, P1.89 billion that if we can transform into shares capital will give the board majority to the consumers representatives.

My suggestion is to transform Peco into a 'corporative' - combination of corporation (Cacho family and business relations) and cooperative (consumers). This will give consumers direct voice in the management to protect and advance consumers interest while reducing the profit motive.

Basi may mga corporate financial experts here who can help, bululigan ta ni bi . . .
Is Cacho willing to make PECO a cooperative, that's a hundered-million dollar question though. And how much this cooperative will raise inorder to be incorporated with the cachos?

leii_tomo

April 15th, 2007, 10:55 AM

alvin ask ko lng kung din nyo gin kwa ang background musicsa video?nami nami,,,sino ang composer kag artist?nu na album?

try niyo check ang earthgrooves, bati-an nyo ang background music sa earthTV?amu na sya...

chymera00

April 15th, 2007, 11:22 AM

daks2003

April 15th, 2007, 11:23 AM

With all due respect totopurz,I dont find their statements credible. I mean, if somebody,lets say the Govt (as what always the left points to), with so much means,machinery,and capability,commits an act like this, why would they leave someone alive to tell the tale. Its not that they are taking on against an armed group, this is a group of unarmed civilians with no means to fight back. Professional assassins/henchmen dont waste their bullets.

Abductions,assassinations, etc like this would not benefit the Goverment so much today, especially now that the progressive groups seems to be having the upperhand in the propaganda game in the international scene,which some members of the US senate also picked up to boost up their individual propaganda stocks also.(An irony of the matter is that the progressive groups hates the US so much and yet suddenly they embraced the US as if its words were spoken from mt olympus...nalipat sila nga wala sila salig sa kano???what if the american senators were just taking them for a ride?) This incident would definitely boost the publicity/propaganda of these groups. If I were the government, why would I fuel their machinery?

Totopurz, lets just hope that I am wrong with all of my assumptions. Of course, these are just my opinion and analysis of the matter. So in the next few days, lets just wait whether those two missing would resurface/released or whatever. After that, I guess we could have another analysis and conclude on what really transpired.

Liboy Garachico was shot in the neck and the bullet body lodged to his chest missing by less than a quarter of an inch his heart, it was really meant to kill him.

Luisa and Nilo were dragged from the pick-up to the van, Liboy was grabbed also but because of his seat belt and holding on the wheels delayed it a bit.

Luisa's former classmates in Hijas de Jesus are calling on the abductors to immediately release her and Nilo, a farmer-leader. The United Nations and a US Senate Committee called the attention of the Philippine government on the deteriorating human rights situation.

This should not be happening in our country.

oboi

April 15th, 2007, 11:45 AM

DPWH fast tracks construction
of P50-M NIADP access roads

.....

The airport with a 2.5 kilometers runway, could serve three big airplanes and three smaller ones at one time.

......

source: Panay NEWS (http://www.panaynews.com.ph/news3.htm)

That statement doesn't make sense. Are they implying that all six planes will use the 2.5 kilometer runway (not kilometers) simultaneously? I think they are talking about the apron. :ohno:

i know I have shortcomings when it comes to grammar but cmon .... these people are supposed to be professionals (basi typo lang, oh well)

I've noticed that our local dailies are not properly edited. In every issue you'll find plenty of errors. :)

habagatcentral1

April 15th, 2007, 11:51 AM

^^ Hala!! Andam lang kamo sa mga maestra nyo pag nakit-an nanda na! :D

Anyway, Alvin, thanks for posting. You made every Ilonggo proud of what you have done! Kudos!! :okay:

@Chy, you'll be receiving something simple this week. Bantayi lang. :)
@Gian. I have the copy of Angels in Stone by Galende here borrowed from my friend/mentor here in Cebu. Maybe I can send some copies, especially the Iloilo section of Agustinian churches along with Toto Chy's. :)
@Rest. Maayong adlaw!

The 8 Billion Peso Question: With Tita Glo postponed her trip to Iloilo due to Mike, when will the airport finally be inaugurated? :?

ronie

April 15th, 2007, 12:13 PM

Congratulations to the makers of this video. Palanindog balahibo ko...

:applause: :applause: :applause:

same reaction when i first saw the vid. i had to download it from multiply to be able to watch it over and over again. i just wish that there will be more. a part 2 perhaps like the DOT commercial where there are different versions. am i asking too much? hehe cheers to the people of mayad studios for doing an excellent job.

shyaman

April 15th, 2007, 12:16 PM

Alvin, the video is AWESOME...

It's even better than the WOW Philipppines pormotional videos I have seen!

I hope Iloilo City and Iloilo provincial government will provide support in showcasing this video on national television.

habagatcentral1

April 15th, 2007, 12:51 PM

SamwiseGamgee

April 15th, 2007, 03:01 PM

same reaction when i first saw the vid. i had to download it from multiply to be able to watch it over and over again. i just wish that there will be more. a part 2 perhaps like the DOT commercial where there are different versions. am i asking too much? hehe cheers to the people of mayad studios for doing an excellent job.

Luwas nga nagpalanindog balahibo ko, daw nagpilit pa gid tutunlan ko... You know... the close-to-tears-while-feeling-proud sensation...

I get the same feeling whenever Lupang Hinirang is played in some foreign land. Or when Pinoy Ako was played after every Pinoy athlete gets a medal in the last SEA Games...

Please forgive me for being so mushy...

IMPRESARIO

April 15th, 2007, 03:51 PM

Ey guys:

GMA TV-6 (Iloilo) or TV-7 (Manila) would feature Iloilo's Paraw Regatta in their summer special which I believe would be covered by Suzi Entarta (we thought it was Love Añover).

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Catedral de Santa Elizabeth de Ungria. Parocia de Nuestra Señora de Candelaria. Catedral Metropolitan de Jaro (circa early 1900's)
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h291/berniemacksouthcentral/Iloilo%20and%20Negros/DSCF2272.jpg**

**from Gallende, Pedro. Angels In Stone: Agustinian Churches in the Philippines. San Agustin Museum. Manila. 1996.

I'll post a clearer (without flash glare) of the image of old Jaro Cathedral later.

*thanks to ang bantayanon for letting me borrow the book.

^^ The Two Belfry's that the Jaro Cathedral has now was just a later addition pala, thats why it looks somehow out of place, and the Big Belfry looks more beautiful with those 4 big statues on each side, tani ma restore ini sya properly.

http://static.flickr.com/79/240499945_aec26cace5_m.jpg?v=0

BYAHILO

April 15th, 2007, 04:30 PM

when was that stairs leading to the image of candelaria was put in place? ang ara bala sa facade haw?

daw indi sya match sa architecture sang simbahan.

neways ill be going to albay/camarines sur tomorrow until wednesday part of my itinerary is the basilica of penafrancia and the church in Daraga Albay.

post ko pics diri mag balik ako

regards

kirby21

April 15th, 2007, 05:34 PM

finally

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjytYsq3g3s

here it is! na launch na gd man. hope this will help market iloilo.
and truly become the next BIG thing!
the launching was a success. they loved the video. and the packaging too.

http://mayadstudios.multiply.com/photos/photo/1/1

sorry guys d ko balo butang youtube vid diri. ang photo naman d ya mabasa from multiply.

Let me do it for you::)
wjytYsq3g3s
:applause::applause::applause:
Awesome video! medyo na touch man ko sini ba? Biskan sin-o nga Ilonggo ang makatan-aw sini will make them proud of Iloilo. Iloilo has so much potentials to offer to tourists, locals, visitors and Ilonggos themselves. Madamo guid nga salamat sa Mayad Studios. Job well done, indeed !

Direct connection to Napocor by Iloilo Foremost Milling and the Capitol proves that available renewable and cheaper power can be used in Iloilo City.

For Peco to use geothermal energy as baseload means amending their Contract with PPC and reducing further the guaranteed energy by 2/3, equivalent to 262,800,000 kwh per year (P1.8 billion).

The problem is, to quote daks2003:

PPC own 30% of Peco and vice-versa creating a monopoly. Rise with FDC complained with ERC on the 'abuse of market power' by these corporations leading to the ERC decisions refund (P1.89 billion), reconnection with NPC and reduction of guaranteed energy (although not as much as we asked for - pls read earlier posts).

All we need is to have the local government lead in implementing these decisions!
Will it be possible then for Iloilo City to open its power/energy market to other players? This is one way to stop monopoly and competition.

kirby21

April 15th, 2007, 05:41 PM

kirby21

April 15th, 2007, 05:46 PM

A tribute to achievers

Recognizing the value of achievers in society, the Rotary Club of Metro Iloilo and the Rotary Club of Itako, Japan bestowed awards to valedictorians of Iloilo City schools in a program held at the Sarabia Manor Hotel and Convention Center last April 10, 2007.

"We did this to honor the valedictorians and the schools they came from. We believe that in the future, you will be leaders of our city or of the country. Remember Rotary Club of Metro Iloilo if you wish to become part of Rotary someday," said Tony Kon, RC of Metro Iloilo director.

The project is chaired by Dr. Paul Francia.

Christopher Millora, valedictorian of PAREF-Westbridge School, gave a response in behalf of the students. The following is an excerpt of his speech.

The formula one has to follow to be able to graduate on top of the class is simple: you only have to do what you're classmates don't want to do: study harder, devote extra time in reading, advance studying, meticulously copy notes. Things that ordinary students just hate doing. That's the formula. Simple as that. The tricky part comes in following the steps. Because during those times, you have to have something called hard work to get the top plum. And this what separates these young people present here today from the rest. We valedictorians are not just people with systemized goals, but we are individuals who wager enough time and hard work for us to reach those goals.

"The 2nd Tribute to the Valedictorians" is yet another celebration of our intellectual achievements and endurance throughout those painful times of studying even until our patience seems to waver. Through this program we realize that its not only our school and our parents who value our hard work, but also a highly-accomplished set of individuals who are also advocates of youth excellence. And so, through this program, we are empowered, we are given more fuel to go further, to fly higher and to excel.

Apart from the awarding, 10 deserving valedictorians will receive scholarships after a competitive exam and interview. This is part of the Metro Iloilo Rotary Academic and Leadership Excellence Scholarship (MIRACLES).

from: The News Today
link: http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/13/a.tribute.to.achievers.html

spacewagon1

April 15th, 2007, 08:18 PM

That statement doesn't make sense. Are they implying that all six planes will use the 2.5 kilometer runway (not kilometers) simultaneously? I think they are talking about the apron. :ohno:

I've noticed that our local dailies are not properly edited. In every issue you'll find plenty of errors. :)
:lol: anyhow, it's nice to hear the airport can accomodate 6 planes (3 large ?A320/B747 and 3 small ones) simultaneously. The old Iloilo Airport can accomodate only 2 plane at a time, I guess?

Alvin, the video is AWESOME...

It's even better than the WOW Philipppines pormotional videos I have seen!

I hope Iloilo City and Iloilo provincial government will provide support in showcasing this video on national television.

:horse: :horse: :horse: :applause: :applause: :applause: :okay: :okay: :okay:
ILOILO - Your NeXt Convention Destination !

Hala Bira !
:banana: :banana: :banana:

spacewagon1

April 15th, 2007, 08:23 PM

Impressive devlopments for the new iloilo airport:

*5-kilometer access from Iloilo Airport to the main highway - ongoing
*11-kilometer Sta. Barbatra-Zarraga Road - METRO ILOILO RADIAL ROAD
*Iloilo City to Ungka Road - awaiting bidding
*Christ The King, Jaro to Ungka - completed
------- Jaro to Pavia - now a four-lane road. Kudos ! :banana:
a good list of infrastructures to complement the beautiful and new airport of Iloilo. More road developments from Sta barbara to the rest of Iloilo and Panay speficially Boracay (caticlan).

Alvin, the video is AWESOME...

It's even better than the WOW Philipppines pormotional videos I have seen!

I hope Iloilo City and Iloilo provincial government will provide support in showcasing this video on national television.
Indeed, 50 % better than Wow Philippines promotional video. Are they going to sell the video here abroad?

wecky

April 15th, 2007, 08:33 PM

Thanks for sharing the Iloilo video with us @alvin. I'm wishing it all the best ! I'm sure your video will bring Iloilo to an excellent new height. Kudos !

spacewagon1

April 15th, 2007, 08:36 PM

Hi Weck.
Kit mo na ang video? I keep on playing it from time to time now. It is superbly made. Tani we can have a CD copy here in UK.

wecky

April 15th, 2007, 08:40 PM

@totopurz, thanks for more info regarding Iloilo's power sector. How i wish our government will look at this problem seriously or take it seriously. Iloilo City has great advantage of becoming the country's premiere city if not for this electricity/power woes. Trenas must've known about this all along. The question is, why Ilonggos and Ilonggo officials are not doing something about this.

wecky

April 15th, 2007, 08:43 PM

Hi Weck.
Kit mo na ang video? I keep on playing it from time to time now. It is superbly made. Tani we can have a CD copy here in UK.
Hi @space. I just happen to visit the forum today and wow! I'm more than impressed. Let's ask @alvin if we can buy a copy of this CD and mail it to us here in UK. We can actually pay the parcel or if we know anyone going home this month or next month, then we can ask to get it from us.

oboi

April 15th, 2007, 09:09 PM

:lol: anyhow, it's nice to hear the airport can accomodate 6 planes (3 large ?A320/B747 and 3 small ones) simultaneously. The old Iloilo Airport can accomodate only 2 plane at a time, I guess?

I remember seeing 4 planes at the airport apron - 2 Cebu Pacific Air, 1 Philippine Airlines and 1 Air Philippines. :)

spacewagon1

April 15th, 2007, 09:41 PM

really? I haven't seen four planes in a row at the old airport's site. I'm not so very sure about it, 2 DCs and 2 B737s?

oboi

April 15th, 2007, 10:35 PM

^Yup. I was at the pre-departure area and bound for Manila at that time.

IAMME

April 16th, 2007, 05:14 AM

From one of our threads a looong time ago...
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/171/460882088_3a99403dc0_o.jpg

shyaman

April 16th, 2007, 05:45 AM

^^ Confirmed! :D

Kasya nga!

whyte

April 16th, 2007, 08:06 AM

Ey guys:

GMA TV-6 (Iloilo) or TV-7 (Manila) would feature Iloilo's Paraw Regatta in their summer special which I believe would be covered by Suzi Entarta (we thought it was Love Añover).

Its time that Paraw Regatta be in the spotlight after being in the shadows of Dinagyang for a long time now.

April 15 at around 10:30PM Philippine Time. :)

as expected it aired past 11pm and ILOILO's segment came in 2nd-3rd to the last and thats around 12mn

it was just okay.nothing spectacular.SUZI didn't deal on the usual Iloilo fares (delicacy/churches/etc) pero there was a few seconds of it.it was PARAW REGATTA that took her report most.from painting the sail to actual racing it was an opener for those who dont know that this kind of race exist in Iloilo.

SUZI (while riding on a jeepney in guimaras) : "aside from mango what is guimaras famous for"
GIRL: ............."CHiCO and KASUY" :bash:

-------------------------------------------------------
Catedral de Santa Elizabeth de Ungria. Parocia de Nuestra Señora de Candelaria. Catedral Metropolitan de Jaro (circa early 1900's)
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h291/berniemacksouthcentral/Iloilo%20and%20Negros/DSCF2272.jpg**

**from Gallende, Pedro. Angels In Stone: Agustinian Churches in the Philippines. San Agustin Museum. Manila. 1996.

I'll post a clearer (without flash glare) of the image of old Jaro Cathedral later.

*thanks to ang bantayanon for letting me borrow the book.

thnaks for this pic.
i had a hard time looking for a pic of the towerless jaro church

habagatcentral1

April 16th, 2007, 10:17 AM

as expected it aired past 11pm and ILOILO's segment came in 2nd-3rd to the last and thats around 12mn

it was just okay.nothing spectacular.SUZI didn't deal on the usual Iloilo fares (delicacy/churches/etc) pero there was a few seconds of it.it was PARAW REGATTA that took her report most.from painting the sail to actual racing it was an opener for those who dont know that this kind of race exist in Iloilo.

SUZI (while riding on a jeepney in guimaras) : "aside from mango what is guimaras famous for"
GIRL: ............."CHiCO and KASUY" :bash:

Ako gani ga-tingala ko, daw wala man kasuy kag chico ya sa Guimaras haw?

thnaks for this pic.
i had a hard time looking for a pic of the towerless jaro church

hehehe!!! :lol: There are things in a locality that we thought we knew it all but its not. Who knows, maybe for a Guimarasnon, chico is another fruit that is somewhat staple for them.

Anyway, at least the Paraw Regatta got the attention of national media because again, it has been always overshadowed by Dinagyang Festival itself since the Paraw Regatta is limited to the coasts of Iloilo-Guimaras and the date between Dinagyang, Chinese New Year and Fiesta de Candelaria Jaro are so close to each other.

Jaro Cathedral's new belfries are recent addition to the cathedral after the original lone belfry collapsed after 1948 Lady Kalaykay/Panay Great Earthquake which also destroyed the jewel of Oton.

Impressive devlopments for the new iloilo airport:

*5-kilometer access from Iloilo Airport to the main highway - ongoing
*11-kilometer Sta. Barbatra-Zarraga Road - METRO ILOILO RADIAL ROAD
*Iloilo City to Ungka Road - awaiting bidding
*Christ The King, Jaro to Ungka - completed
------- Jaro to Pavia - now a four-lane road. Kudos ! :banana:

1.) Does this Sta.Barbara-Zarraga radial road pass by Calaboa Este? I know there is a road from Zarraga to Santa Barbara via Calaboa/Transco or Barangay Daga. Ang alagyan pakadto sa New Lucena bala.

2.)Christ the King, already widened? Ows?!! Pa-picture palihog. That has been a long bottleneck especially during rush hours. I have this tendency to divert myself to drive to Jibao-an-Mandurriao or Tacas Jaro rather than passing by Ungka.

3.)Since the mayor and the congressman were still friends by that time, Pavia until boundary was already four lanes. The bad side though is that the gutter lane is not well maintained, especially in CocaCola area where me and my um....supposed to be significant other (Nong Wecky knows who she is, hehe!) had a near car crash experience when the vehicle that I was driving went out of control because of potholes.

4.)Hopefully, incorporating this would also lead to the road widening of Zarraga-Jaro segment of the National Highway since I noticed that there are more vehicles plying this route than other highways going outside the city.

Risk Taker

April 16th, 2007, 10:43 AM

wow this thread is moving fast:colgate: anyway i just hope that this pestering issue of power supply and rates by peco will be address soon by the gov't officials. this is an issue which should be address first if we really want to see a 'soaring high' iloilo.

@Totopurz thanks for the enlightenment about the power issue in iloilo. I just hope that more ilonggos would give support to this noble intention of RISE. Imagine private individuals in their own power can fight peco why not our government which is i think obligated to service the community and the ilonggo people not these businessman. I think it's time for us to think about the compalcent attitute we have. Di pede pirmi lang hambal, te anhon ta na bi kay amo na ya, ay te ano na mahimo ta da. If we moveand unite us one and take part on the decision making for our city i think we could at least influence and push the people in the government to take action beneficial to the community.
imho we can move nowhere unless this issue will be addressed properly.

habagatcentral1

April 16th, 2007, 11:27 AM

Posted from the Iloilo Heritage Thread
Sanson-Montinola House undergoing a renovation

How do you like the actual sitauation in comparison with the upper? The facade and roof is about 80% complete in renovation. It should be completely finished by first week of May this year.
FYI, the paint job on the first floor, roof and back part of the house is conventional (oil base and Latex), the red/ white front ground floor is a special mineral based (not available here in the Philippines!) paint, the colors are an indiviual selection and preparation.

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/6787/mg4526hb2.jpg
http://img251.imageshack.us/img251/6020/mg4561bm6.jpg
http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/6372/mg4563cc6.jpg
http://img374.imageshack.us/img374/6463/mg4577fn6.jpg
by Chrismag

leii_tomo

April 16th, 2007, 01:22 PM

Glance not...
When you can Behold
Hear not...
When you can Listen
Taste not...
When you can Savor
Feel not...
When you can Revel
Exist not...
When you can Live

The NeXt BIG Scale to Grandeur

The NeXt BIG Notion to Indulgence

The NeXt BIG Vista to Sophistication

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The NeXt BIG Overture to Innovation

AT ITS OWN PACE

IN ITS OWN TIME

A CULTURE IN ITS OWN RIGHT

IT MUST BE...

THE NEXT BIG THING

IT MUST BE...

ILOILO: YOUR NEXT CONVENTION DESTINATION

naks, galing ng mga description nila a...Ü

IAMME

April 16th, 2007, 06:07 PM

Let me share a picture I took of our neighborhood a few minutes ago:mad2::
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/253/461556494_3ad30bd6d7.jpg

IAMME

April 16th, 2007, 07:09 PM

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/188/461627924_f1508bdf31.jpg
Tigbauan Poblacion. School in the foreground, a tiny bit of the church (blue) on the left, and the market with the rusty roof.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/192/461627754_63f62b4784.jpg
Still somewhere in the poblacion

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/183/461634047_9f8ca91547.jpg
Tigbauan Cemetery.. la lng...

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/190/461635457_bbbf302b36.jpg
Forgot the name of this subdivision somewhere between Oton and Tigbauan.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/194/461628308_3828f3398f.jpg
A resort I've never been to, somewhere in Oton.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/196/461628734_021eadeb97.jpg
Nes and Tats, Oton

oboi

April 16th, 2007, 07:23 PM

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/190/461635457_bbbf302b36.jpg
Forgot the name of this subdivision somewhere between Oton and Tigbauan.

Is it LAS CONCHAS DEL MAR? Isn't this near the house of the Torres family and Sol y Mar beach resort?

IAMME

April 16th, 2007, 07:49 PM

That's right.. they have a nice fountain that's spewing water regularly in front of their gate unlike the Arroyo Fountain which is now back to it's usual state.:ohno:

IMPRESARIO

April 16th, 2007, 08:07 PM

PRISAA National Games opens today

Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William 'Butch' Ramirez will serve as guest of honor and speaker in the opening ceremonies of the 2007 Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) National Games today, April 16, 2007, 3:00 p.m. at the Iloilo Sports Complex.

The opening ceremonies will be preceded by an athletic parade which will start at 2:00 pm from the West Visayas State University to the Iloilo Sports Complex.

Other dignitaries who will grace the said affair are Iloilo Governor Neil Tupas Sr., Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas, Iloilo City Rep. Raul Gonzalez, Jr., Antique Governor Salvacion Perez, and Dr. Isabela Mahler, Regional Director of the Commission on Higher Education.

http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/16/prisaa.national.games.opens.today.html

Four award-winning Dinagyang and Kasadyahan tribes will perform at the opening ceremonies. These are Tribu Ang Taga-Jaro of Jaro National High School, Tribu Paghidaet of La Paz National High School, 2006 and 2007 Dinagyang Champion Tribu Ilonganon of Jalandoni Memorial High School and Kasadyahan Champion Tribu Kahilwayan of the Municipality of Santa Barbara, Iloilo. Totaling 375 warriors and drummers, these four tribes showcase the best tribes of the best Festival in the Philippines. Together with them will be four bands from the four private universities of Iloilo City: the University of San Agustin Band, the Central Philippine University Symphonic Band, the University of Iloilo Band and the John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University Band. Also to perform are the USA Troubadours, multi-awarded choral group of the University of San Agustin.

For the first time, these groups will perform together in order to showcase the best of Iloilo City. Their coming and performing together mirror the grandeur of PRISAA as reflected in its theme: 'National PRISAA: Nurturing a Culture of Peace, Unity and Cooperation'.

The National PRISAAA is an organization of private schools all over the committed to harness the potentials of the youth for excellence in sports, academic and cultural activities.

The games are to be participated by the 15 regions of the country. Sports events include athletics, badminton, basketball, baseball, chess, football, karatedo, lawn tennis, sepak takraw, softball, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo and volleyball. The cultural events are vocal solo (pop) and the search for Mutya ng PRISAA contests.

PRISAA National Games 2007 is hosted by the Western Visayas PRISAA headed by Mrs. Cecilia Ortiz in partnership with the ILOPRISAA, Iloilo City Government and with co-sponsors ABS-CBN, Biscocho Haus, SM City -- Iloilo, Globelines Broadband, Prestress International Corporation, Malayan Group of Insurance Companies, Aksyon Radyo and The News Today.

habagatcentral1

April 17th, 2007, 01:10 AM

That's right.. they have a nice fountain that's spewing water regularly in front of their gate unlike the Arroyo Fountain which is now back to it's usual state.:ohno:

Rex, kabaskog sa imo kay Sir Glen. You managed to get those aerial photos from him? Wow!!! I'm quite frustrated though that until now, Panay Island doesn't have any high resolution images for Google Earth and its a good thing you posted pix from Southern Iloilo. Thanks! :okay:

Oh by the way, I've got a report that April 19 would be the New Iloilo Aiport's inauguration.

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 02:07 AM

PRISAA National Games opens today

Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William 'Butch' Ramirez will serve as guest of honor and speaker in the opening ceremonies of the 2007 Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) National Games today, April 16, 2007, 3:00 p.m. at the Iloilo Sports Complex.

The opening ceremonies will be preceded by an athletic parade which will start at 2:00 pm from the West Visayas State University to the Iloilo Sports Complex.

Other dignitaries who will grace the said affair are Iloilo Governor Neil Tupas Sr., Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas, Iloilo City Rep. Raul Gonzalez, Jr., Antique Governor Salvacion Perez, and Dr. Isabela Mahler, Regional Director of the Commission on Higher Education.

Four award-winning Dinagyang and Kasadyahan tribes will perform at the opening ceremonies. These are Tribu Ang Taga-Jaro of Jaro National High School, Tribu Paghidaet of La Paz National High School, 2006 and 2007 Dinagyang Champion Tribu Ilonganon of Jalandoni Memorial High School and Kasadyahan Champion Tribu Kahilwayan of the Municipality of Santa Barbara, Iloilo. Totaling 375 warriors and drummers, these four tribes showcase the best tribes of the best Festival in the Philippines. Together with them will be four bands from the four private universities of Iloilo City: the University of San Agustin Band, the Central Philippine University Symphonic Band, the University of Iloilo Band and the John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University Band. Also to perform are the USA Troubadours, multi-awarded choral group of the University of San Agustin.

For the first time, these groups will perform together in order to showcase the best of Iloilo City. Their coming and performing together mirror the grandeur of PRISAA as reflected in its theme: 'National PRISAA: Nurturing a Culture of Peace, Unity and Cooperation'.

The National PRISAAA is an organization of private schools all over the committed to harness the potentials of the youth for excellence in sports, academic and cultural activities.

The games are to be participated by the 15 regions of the country. Sports events include athletics, badminton, basketball, baseball, chess, football, karatedo, lawn tennis, sepak takraw, softball, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo and volleyball. The cultural events are vocal solo (pop) and the search for Mutya ng PRISAA contests.

PRISAA National Games 2007 is hosted by the Western Visayas PRISAA headed by Mrs. Cecilia Ortiz in partnership with the ILOPRISAA, Iloilo City Government and with co-sponsors ABS-CBN, Biscocho Haus, SM City -- Iloilo, Globelines Broadband, Prestress International Corporation, Malayan Group of Insurance Companies, Aksyon Radyo and The News Today.

from: The News Today
link: http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/16/prisaa.national.games.opens.today.html

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 02:10 AM

Ramon Tabiana Memorial District Hospital shines in 3rd Hospital Awards
By Ian C. Espada

The Ramon Tabiana Memorial District Hospital (RTMDH) in Cabatuan, Iloilo once again was adjudged as this year's best hospital in terms of delivery of services among the provincial and district hospitals in the Province of Iloilo.

This was learned during the 3rd Hospital Awards and Recognition Program (HARP) held yesterday at the capitol's conference room as part of the celebration of the 106th Semana sang Iloilo.

RTMDH received P10,000 cash award and plaque. It also excelled in service areas such as pharmacy, radiology, dietary, laboratory and dental each with P2,000.00 cash award.

The Dr. Ricardo Y. Ladrido Memorial District Hospital (DRYLMDH) in Lambunao remained in second place and received P7,000 cash and plaque while the Don Ricardo S. Provido Sr. Memorial District Hospital (DRSPSMDH) in Calinog still in the third spot and got P5,000 cash and plaque.

DRYLMDH also excelled in nursing and administrative service areas while DRSPSMDH was still the cleanest and greenest hospital.

Already on its third year, the search for the best hospital in the province is being initiated by the Hospital Operations and Management Services (HOMS) headed by Dr. Judy Ann T. Dumayas and Hospital Operations Management Committee, which motivates more the hospital staff and personnel in recognition of their best practices in the holistic operations and maintenance of the hospital resulting to effective and efficient delivery of quality hospitals in the Province of Iloilo.

The evaluation team was composed of personnel from Provincial Planning and Development Office, Provincial Information Office, Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office and Provincial Health Office and Human Resource Management and Development Office.

from: The News Today
link: http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/16/ramon.tabiana.memorial.district.hospital.shines.in.3rd.hospital.awards.html

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 02:23 AM

More investments seen with opening of new Iloilo airport

ILOILO CITY — Business groups in Iloilo see more investments and economic activities with the opening of the new Iloilo airport with international standards that straddles the municipalities of Sta. Barbara and Cabatuan.

Iloilo Business Club Executive Director Lea Lara said the opening of the airport gave them high hopes for an increased visit of businessmen and tourists to Iloilo.

Lara cited possible investment opportunities ranging from hotels and restaurants, and transportation, adding that there are already business groups that showed interest in investing in the transport sector.

She added that the 30-kilometer distance of the new airport to Iloilo City is one reason why interested parties deem the transport business a good investment.

National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) OIC Regional Director Arturo Valero supported the opinion of the business group.

He said the most immediate need at the moment are providers of general services. He opined that the Air Transportation Office alone could not maintain the entire airport without the providers of general services.

Likewise, there is a need for refreshment and souvenir shops to cater to visitors.

He likewise cited the booming real estate business given the wide-open areas surrounding the 188-hectare airport site.

Valero added that the new airport would spur more economic development for Iloilo especially along the Sta. Barbara-Cabatuan area, which will become the development corridor of the province.

He added the possible mushrooming of medium scale industries along the highway toward the direction of the airport.

The municipality of Pavia, situated adjacent Sta. Barbara, has been named as the Regional Agro Industrial Center. Iloilo is now becoming more competitive with the opening of the new airport, according to Valero. (PNA)

from: Manila Bulletin
link: http://www.mb.com.ph/PROV2007041791954.html

totopurz

April 17th, 2007, 03:00 AM

MIGEDC planners set to look ahead

Learning the ropes of regional planning is one thing, developing a mindset to always think and act like a region is another.

And such a mindset is what the three-day workshop "Looking Ahead: Planning Leadership for Regional Development" wants to develop among provincial and municipal planners in the Metro Iloilo-Guimaras city-region.

"What we wish to develop from this workshop is a critical mass of provincial and municipal planners who always think and act in the context of city-region building," says Jose Roni Peñalosa, executive director of the Metro Iloilo-Guimaras Economic Development Council (MIGEDC).

Local government planners have long acquired knowledge and skills on regional planning and what is needed now is to integrate their knowledge base with new approaches so they can assume a leadership role and become champions of regional planning, adds Peñalosa . . .

Based on the course design, planners will also be taught on how to look at themselves and the future directions of planning organizations, how to work as a team and resolve conflicts, how to communicate in teams and with politicians, and how to relate with "bosses" and interact with elected decision-makers.

More information about the workshop can be obtained from Jay Presaldo, CUI Senior Project Officer, at telephone number +63 33 336 7827 or from the CUI website at www.philippines.canurb.com.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/13/migedc.planners.set.to.look.ahead.html)

^^ ^^ I'm glad to hear (and read) that MIGEDC and its partners are working maximally to solve city's rapid urbanisation problem and continue to brainstormed ideas on how the Iloilo-Guimaras will work as a responsible, economically-driven metropolis. I hope they'll continue to build better plans for Greater Iloilo region.

'comprehensive' planning have been made since the 1970s, just hope these plans are considered in actual implementation. Below is a map of the proposed circumferential road and the iloilo floodways project.

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/iloilo%20river/iloilocircumferentialroad.jpg

the flyovers just sprouted with funds months before the election period. i don't see how the flyover in the UP intersection could help relieve traffic, as one will still get struck in heavy traffic going west before the Molo Plaza, near Doctor's Hospital to the south, going to USA (east) or the Diversion Rd. near SM City (north).

this flyover will just cover the oblation to oblivion.

the proposed circumferential road should have been prioritized with the jaro section integrated in the floodways construction to save on cost. With the circumferential road one can avoid the city proper area travelling Villa - mandurriao - jaro

We have very good plans gathering dusts in some shelves, kanugon

totopurz

April 17th, 2007, 03:06 AM

sori, reposted

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 03:06 AM

‘Bukidnons’ in Calinog undergo
literacy and livelihood trainings

INDIGENOUS Peoples (IPs), locally known as “Bukidnons,” in Brgy. Toyungan, Calinog, Iloilo avail six months capability-building and livelihood skills trainings under the Japan Social Development Fund-Social Inclusion Project (JSDF-SIP).

JSDF-SIP is a complementary program of the Kapit Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) Project which is implemented by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

Area Coordinator Erlyn Garcia said the activities being undertaken include a literacy program; an orientation of the IPRA Law, the community-driven development (CDD) approach and the general Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign; and training on leadership and volunteerism.

“The highlight of these activities would be the skills training on banana plantation production and marketing. The barangay is surrounded by banana. With proper training, we hope the residents especially the more or less 300 IPs will be more skilled on banana production and widen their markets so as to boost their income,” said Garcia.

She added that major line agencies spearheaded by DSWD were tapped to converge efforts for the success of the program. Assistance was provided by the Departments of Education (DepEd), Agrarian Reform (DAR) and Agriculture (DA), the National Council for Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) and the local government of Calinog.

THE JSDF-SIP PROGRAM
Garcia said the JSDF support program aims to fund activities that would resolve the barangay’s constraints to active participation in KALAHI-CIDSS activities.

Calinog was among the 11 municipalities covered by the Phase 2 of KALAHI-CIDSS Project. During the Cycle 1 of KALAHI-CIDSS implementation, Brgy. Toyungan was one of the two barangays in the region which posted the lowest participation rate per household representation. The other was Brgy. Magbato in Lambunao, Iloilo. Both barangays were identified as recipients of the JSDF-SIP program.

“Brgy. Toyungan is 15 kms away from the town proper. Given the geographical spread of our 432 households and the unavailability of public transport in our barangay, it was difficult for us to attend and participate in KALAHI-CIDSS activities. The residents would rather spend their time doing household chores or income-generating activities rather than spend it traveling on foot just to attend a meeting,” explained Barangay Captain Romulo Alicer.

This constraint was manifested when the barangay posted a mere 50percent participation rate during Cycle 1.

In an effort to improve the barangay’s participation in KALAHI-CIDSS activities, the JSDF-SIP granted some P398,000 to introduce capability-building and livelihood skills trainings.

“These trainings, now being conducted right in our barangay, help us a lot to understand why our participation in local development planning is important. Aside from that, the IPs here appreciate that they are directly involved and their opinions as to the trainings they feel they need most are heard,” Alicer said.

from: Panay News
link: http://www.panaynews.com.ph/business.htm

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^^ empowerment of the people. Keep it up !

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 03:11 AM

^^ Confirmed! :D

Kasya nga!

Bless thy soul. Puwede talaga.! :banana: :banana: Maybe this time, they are talking three of those small planes and 3 big one, the international planes nga. Wow! Iloilo is slowly turning into a most competitive economy in the country today. Iloilo City, definitely, is the NEXT Big Thing. Thanks to Trenas and MIGEDC people ! Hala Bira na guid man Iloilo ! :banana: :banana:

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 03:42 AM

Brgy’s management of water project impresses WB envoy
2007-04-17

ILOILO – A representative of the World Bank, the funding partner of the KALAHI-CIDSS Project, lauded the residents of Brgy. Nueva Sevilla, Barotac Viejo, Iloilo for the efficient management of their water system project.

Rodolfo Lacal, a specialist from the World Bank, was in Iloilo recently for a three-day site visit to study the operationalization and sustainability of the water system sub-projects of the KALAHI-CIDSS.

“More than three years after its completion, the functionality of the water system has been very well maintained by the members of the Association and the whole barangay still benefits from it. To date, the community has even generated a savings of P34,000. This speaks of the effective implementation of the operation and maintenance plan of the Association and the cooperation of water-consumers,” Lacal said.

Completed in February 2004 under Cycle 1 of KALAHI-CIDSS implementation, the water system at Brgy. Nueva Sevilla has a total project cost of P481,544. Of this, KALAHI-CIDSS’ grant amounted to P336,727 while local counterpart contribution totaled P144,816. Complete with 25 tapstands, the project serves some 200 households.

Aside from providing the community easy access to potable water, Lacal also cited the project’s job opportunities to the residents. A water tender, collector, meter reader, tapstand cluster head and bookkeeper are given monthly honoraria ranging from P300 to P1,000. The board of directors of the Nueva Sevilla Water System Association is likewise provided with monthly honoraria.

“The savings of the Association will help ensure the continued serviceability of the sub-project as the community need not lobby anymore to other fund sources for minor or even major repairs that would be needed in the future. This will also maximize the longevity of the sub-project for the benefit of the next generation,” Lacal said.

The water system level II sub-project in Brgy. Nueva Sevilla is one of the 39 sub-projects funded during the three-year engagement of the KALAHI-CIDSS program in Barotac Viejo.

KALAHI-CIDSS or the Kapit Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services Project is the government’s revolutionary approach to alleviate poverty through people’s participation in community development planning, prioritization, implementation and management. The Project is implemented by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

Aside from Brgy. Nueva Sevilla, Lacal also visited the completed water system level II sub-projects in barangays Agnaga, Calamigan, Batiti and Aglosong in Concepcion; Simsiman, Tabucan, Malapawe, Guiso and Ulayan in Calinog; and Poblacion, Daja, Siwalo, Tulabong and Magsaysay in Maasin. (DSWD FO6/ALJornadal)

from: The Guardian Iloilo
link: http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2511

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 04:31 AM

'comprehensive' planning have been made since the 1970s, just hope these plans are considered in actual implementation. Below is a map of the proposed circumferential road and the iloilo floodways project.

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the flyovers just sprouted with funds months before the election period. i don't see how the flyover in the UP intersection could help relieve traffic, as one will still get struck in heavy traffic going west before the Molo Plaza, near Doctor's Hospital to the south, going to USA (east) or the Diversion Rd. near SM City (north).

this flyover will just cover the oblation to oblivion.

the proposed circumferential road should have been prioritized with the jaro section integrated in the floodways construction to save on cost. With the circumferential road one can avoid the city proper area travelling Villa - mandurriao - jaro

We have very good plans gathering dusts in some shelves, kanugon

just correct my labels if they seem out of place :lol:
the areas around the proposed circumferential road will be "filled" in no time after its completion.

http://i17.tinypic.com/2qk1fnq.jpg

* unless they also have a good traffic management plan for stoplight area after the flyover completion, yup that area will still be congested.most flyovers here in manila also have traffic congestion to the point that you stay on top of the flyover for minutes/hours at times :lol:

* it seems that my dream of connecting el98 to q abeto-mandurriao proper road would be too easy after all its only the runway that it separating the already existing road (the bright green line) though paving and making it as big as diversion would be constraint by budget

http://i14.tinypic.com/29p5kl5.jpg

the red lines are my other proposed roads based only on the map.

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 06:14 AM

City ENRO joins air quality management seminar in Kuala Lumpur
April 13, 2007

ILOILO City – City environment and natural resources officer Noel Hechanova recently attended the professional program on urban air quality management in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia last March 27th to 29th,2007.

. The activity was organized by the Canadian Institute of Development Authority together with the Asian Institute of Technology of Bangkok Thailand and the Malaysia University of Science and Technology.

Hechanova said he was sent by Mayor Jerry P. Treñas in order to know more about Pollution and Air Quality management and the health impact of air pollution.

“Mayor Treñas is very receptive of invitations coming from international organizations that sponsor various conferences that he deems relevant to the development of this city. He instructed me to secure all pertinent documents regarding this particular seminar and to explore possible partnerships with other international organizations present in the gathering,” Hechanova stated.

The seminar discussed to the participants the necessity of developing an integrated air quality plan for their respective areas, monitoring ambient air quality and the importance of inventory and monitoring of air quality.

Hechanoval also stated that the need to conceptualize an Air Quality Management plan is very urgent. “The risk of getting cardio-vascular and respiratory diseases because of poor air quality is very high,” he added.

Treñas, in fact, has ordered the CENRO officer to finalize plans for partnership with the Environmental Management Board and other related agencies for the implementation of the aforementioned topics. (EAM/PIO)

source: Iloilo City Official Website (http://www.iloilocity.gov.ph/autogeneratedpagenews.php?id=51)

^^ ^^ one thing that makes Trenas differs by mileage against his political opponents. Trenas brings Iloilo City to the world, and move Iloilo City to make it more livable and at par with other cities worldwide. Hala Bira ILOILO ! :banana:

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 06:19 AM

Treñas urges cloud seeding on Maasin watershed
Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-17

ILOILO City Mayor Jerry Treñas yesterday said he will ask Department of Agriculture (DA) secretary Arthur Yap to implement cloud seeding in the mountains of Maasin to hasten rainfall.

The mayor said he already brought the concern to DA regional executive director Larry Nacionales.

“We will urge Secretary Yap to implement cloud seeding in the Maasin watershed area because the water source is drying up because of the summer season,” Treñas explained.

Cloud seeding involves dispersing huge volume of ordinary salt from an aircraft on heavy clouds to hasten the build up of precipitate resulting in artificial rains.

The Maasin watershed is the main source of potable water supplied by the Metro Iloilo Water District (MIWD) to Iloilo City and towns of Maasin, Cabatuan, Sta. Barbara, Oton, San Miguel, and Leganes.

Cloud seeding in the Visayas began in 1997 and has been a technique in major farming areas in northern Luzon and southern Mindanao.

Cloud seeding operations have areas cushioned the impact of long dry spells, especially in Mindanao, the DA said.

source: The Guardian ILOILO (http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2507)

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 06:28 AM

From one of our threads a looong time ago...
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/171/460882088_3a99403dc0_o.jpg
Looks fab! Four small planes in a row. Not bad for the old Iloilo Airport in Mandurriao. This new airport will be able to handle six, 3 big ones and 3 small ones. I hope the new Iloilo Airport will soon see the light of an A320 or B747 touchdown from international airways.

Glance not...
When you can Behold
Hear not...
When you can Listen
Taste not...
When you can Savor
Feel not...
When you can Revel
Exist not...
When you can Live

The NeXt BIG Scale to Grandeur

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The NeXt BIG Overture to Innovation

AT ITS OWN PACE

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A CULTURE IN ITS OWN RIGHT

IT MUST BE...

THE NEXT BIG THING

IT MUST BE...

ILOILO: YOUR NEXT CONVENTION DESTINATION

naks, galing ng mga description nila a...Ü
It's the ILOILO we'll always be proud of. "It Must be ....... ILOILO, your next Convention Destination. Touch gid ko Nonoy. Hala Bira ILOILO !

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 06:32 AM

one thing that makes Trenas differs by mileage against his political opponents. Trenas brings Iloilo City to the world, and move Iloilo City to make it more livable and at par with other cities worldwide. Hala Bira ILOILO ! :banana:

correct. likened to china's opening up to the world

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 06:37 AM

More investments seen with opening of new Iloilo airport

ILOILO CITY — Business groups in Iloilo see more investments and economic activities with the opening of the new Iloilo airport with international standards that straddles the municipalities of Sta. Barbara and Cabatuan.

from: Manila Bulletin
link: http://www.mb.com.ph/PROV2007041791954.html
the article says it all. Iloilo City and Iloilo Province is absolutely becoming more and more competitive as the days go by. Slowly, we are rising from our long sleep. I'm sure that this year, we will see a very stiff competition in terms of Iloilo's Wealthiest Towns in ranking (c/o Exploreiloilo). New business ventures will sprout out in next few months once the new airport will open. It's just a matter of time for Iloilo. Hala Bira ! Hala Bira !

PRISAA National Games opens today

Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William 'Butch' Ramirez will serve as guest of honor and speaker in the opening ceremonies of the 2007 Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) National Games today, April 16, 2007, 3:00 p.m. at the Iloilo Sports Complex.

from: The News Today
link: http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/16/prisaa.national.games.opens.today.html
Welcome to all delegates of the National PRISAA! May the sportsmanships reigns and may you all enjoy "The Heart of the Philippines" and "The NeXt BIG Thing !

'comprehensive' planning have been made since the 1970s, just hope these plans are considered in actual implementation. Below is a map of the proposed circumferential road and the iloilo floodways project.

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/iloilo%20river/iloilocircumferentialroad.jpg

the flyovers just sprouted with funds months before the election period. i don't see how the flyover in the UP intersection could help relieve traffic, as one will still get struck in heavy traffic going west before the Molo Plaza, near Doctor's Hospital to the south, going to USA (east) or the Diversion Rd. near SM City (north).

this flyover will just cover the oblation to oblivion.

the proposed circumferential road should have been prioritized with the jaro section integrated in the floodways construction to save on cost. With the circumferential road one can avoid the city proper area travelling Villa - mandurriao - jaro

We have very good plans gathering dusts in some shelves, kanugon
This flyover will NOT answer Iloilo's downtown traffic woes BUT will definitely lighten the city streets' congestion one way or the other.

I just wish to see flyovers in a much wider roads and intersections outside downtown area in the future. Iloilo City and its neighbouring suburbs interchange will soon be the next target sites for future flyovers.

habagatcentral1

April 17th, 2007, 06:40 AM

I remembered that the City Planning Officer Peñalosa told CPU Alumni Channel host that it has been a plan since the mid 80's spurred by the Chinese merchants.

Even the floodway and the airport was spurred for already a decade and now being realized slowly but surely.

:okay:

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 06:43 AM

correct. likened to china's opening up to the world
And the WORLD stood still ...... all eyes gid tanan. Daw na-mesmserize lang bala ang tanan. hehe. It's simple as that.

Frankly speaking, no other mayors of Iloilo City could surpass what Trenas has done to Iloilo City in terms of promotion and exposures to the world. All we need is to help Trenas makes Iloilo a by-word of every single tourists worldwide. We need to raise more awareness in terms of promotions and more.

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 06:45 AM

the article says it all. Iloilo City and Iloilo Province is absolutely becoming more and more competitive as the days go by. Slowly, we are rising from our long sleep. I'm sure that this year, we will see a very stiff competition in terms of Iloilo's Wealthiest Towns in ranking (c/o Exploreiloilo). New business ventures will sprout out in next few months once the new airport will open. It's just a matter of time for Iloilo. Hala Bira ! Hala Bira !
yup.the city and province is slowly waking up (nagapanghimuta pa :lol: )and tries to make itself a good place to live and do business and NOT to reclaim any long lost title.

This flyover will NOT answer Iloilo's downtown traffic woes BUT will definitely lighten the city streets' congestion one way or the other.

I just wish to see flyovers in a much wider roads and intersections outside downtown area in the future. Iloilo City and its neighbouring suburbs interchange will soon be the next target sites for future flyovers.

yup it not the answer but a good place to show off the flyover :lol:

hopefully they city govt will have a new traffic management scheme by the time this project is finished

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 06:48 AM

habagatcentral1

April 17th, 2007, 06:51 AM

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 06:56 AM

And the WORLD stood still ...... all eyes gid tanan. Daw na-mesmserize lang bala ang tanan. hehe. It's simple as that.

Frankly speaking, no other mayors of Iloilo City could surpass what Trenas has done to Iloilo City in terms of promotion and exposures to the world. All we need is to help Trenas makes Iloilo a by-word of every single tourists worldwide. We need to raise more awareness in terms of promotions and more.

thats the advantage of young leaders over the old school ones :lol:
hopefully the city voters can get rid of most old school politicians and replace them with leaders which have a vision for the city and politicians who think LESS OF POLITICS.hopefully if trenas wins, he would prioritize the power problem of the city and make it his legacy for his "last term" as city (well he could run for another office and after 3 years return as mayor :lol: )

thats right.promotions seem to be the mayor's forte.and a national convention a month would be a good promotion tool

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 07:14 AM

yup.the city and province is slowly waking up (nagapanghimuta pa :lol: )and tries to make itself a good place to live and do business and NOT to reclaim any long lost title.
That's right Whyte. Nagapanghimuta pa lang pero nagapanindak na. About the lost title, ahay, it's becoming more of a comic story for Ilonggos. May ara kita titulo iya every year. We make them, not take them, di ba? :lol: :lol: . Anyhow, we're moving "in our own pace", "at our own time" .... baskog gid iya ang video nga ina na. Nagapamukaw gid sa tagsa-tagsa ka Ilonggo nga magbugtaw na. All we need is an aggressive tourism promotion.

yup it not the answer but a good place to show off the flyover :lol:

hopefully they city govt will have a new traffic management scheme by the time this project is finished
enough of showing off ...... hehe. Flyover man lang ina. Gusto ko iya mga project with great relevance like Flood Control, airport, seaport, etc. Something with great impact sa aton ekonomiya. But as the saying goes, you can never turn your back from all these blessings. Besides, national government naman ang naghatag so batunon na lang. We'll just make use the best of it/them.

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 07:22 AM

hopefully we can have speed up a little more so that we can cover up the "time lost before" :lol:
again, you're right. Be aggressive. Be aggressive (sa promotion ina iya ha ... basi iba na bala ang gasulod sa isip niyo haw?). All we need is to mobilise and empower all promotional agencies and bureaus of Iloilo City. We have one of the best promotional groups in the country. Let those people shine. I'm sure, they will not only "just" come up with the best video but a better promo scheme across the globe. On the other hand, let's keep promoting Iloilo abroad, just like Somodio in Australia and an Ilonggo group in Hawaii.

thats the advantage of young leaders over the old school ones :lol:
hopefully the city voters can get rid of most old school politicians and replace them with leaders which have a vision for the city and politicians who think LESS OF POLITICS.hopefully if trenas wins, he would prioritize the power problem of the city and make it his legacy for his "last term" as city (well he could run for another office and after 3 years return as mayor :lol: )

thats right.promotions seem to be the mayor's forte.and a national convention a month would be a good promotion tool
We're learning and it's all that matters.
How I wish Trenas will take this thing seriously, too. It will not only be his legacy to Iloilo City BUT a winnable cooperative fight (his and city residents)of all Ilonggos to solve and address power problem in the city and province towards progressive Iloilo.

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 07:50 AM

Sa-ad Festival: Keeping the Faith, Living the Miracles
By Bombette G. Marin

OVER the years, the town of Leganes has become special for various reasons. It is unique because it offers lots of highlights and contrasts in such a small area.

Primarily, Ilonggos visit the town to in pilgrimage to San Vicente Ferrer, the patron saint of Leganesnons. Believed to be especially powerful, thousands of people from neighboring provinces go there to be healed of their illnesses, physical or spiritual.

The pilgrimage has become an important part of their spiritual life. The saint is considered to be an intermediary between human beings and God and many visit the image with the hope that their prayers will be granted.

The palapak, or the act of treading the image of the miraculous saint on the devotees’ head, is considered to be the central to the ritual and is accompanied with a silent prayer hoping that they will be touched by the Holy Spirit that led the saint to act in ways that affirmed life, compassion and love.

The town is principally a pilgrimage center in the province because of the devotion to the saint who is renowned for his piety, scholarship and preaching.

Leganes is peaceful even though it is commercially developed. The town’s proximity to Iloilo City makes it ideal for people to join the Sa-ad Festival every April.

Sa-ad, a Hiligaynon term for “vow”, depicts Leganesnons’ intense spirituality and religious faith. This tourism celebration provides visitors the opportunity to worship with the local Christian community.

The festival is primarily a praise and worship presentation that combines Leganes’ folktale with contemporary way of worship and choreographed steps. It is their own expression of worship, enhancing their personal faith as well as adding visual element to public reverence.

Normally interpretative, dancers use props and processional movements with costumes reflecting God’s holiness and order. They dance for joy to praise their patron saint for his deliverance.

With this year’s theme of Keeping the Faith…Living its Miracles, Leganes will celebrate the 3rd Sa-ad Festival with lots of food, drinks, music and activities for everyone to enjoy.
Starting April 12 to 20, a Novenario to San Vicente Ferrer will take place at the parish church at 7 am.

The Opening Salvo was held April 16 with the presentation of the Sa-ad Queen (Miss LYP 2007) and Photo Exhibit on April 17.

The Grand Coronation Night of Miss LYP 2007 will be on April 19 with the Eucharistic Celebration and the Grand Palapak.

The much-anticipated Hubon Street Dancing Competition is slated on April 20th.

Leganes has a number of attractions comparable to other towns in the province. One must not miss visiting these places and explore the fascinating world of this Iloilo town.

Gethsemane, also known as Jamora’s Orchard, is a retreat center conveniently located from the poblacion. It offers a place of seclusion and tranquility where individuals are provided with opportunities of faith development, personal growth, greater awareness of and respect for earth and cultural understanding. The center is located at Barangay Napnud and has a main building with a meeting area, a spiritual direction room, and eight rooms for overnight stays. Trails for hiking are also available.

Tipong’s Game Fishing and Restaurant is one big gastronomic adventure. Authentic and fusion cuisine abounds in this place – a popular choice is their bangus sisig.

For travelers, it is a scenic 1-hectare area with brackish water fishponds where visitors can go kayaking and fishing. They can have their catch cooked in the restaurant.

source: The Guardian ILOILO (http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/tourism.php)

D5NSS

April 17th, 2007, 08:08 AM

May ara kita titulo iya every year. We make them, not take them, di ba? :lol: :lol:

are you implying that the ceuanos took the title? that you made the title but the cebuanos took them away from you? im sure cebuano's will not take that statement lightly! thats arrogance.

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 08:22 AM

Prisaa National Games ‘07 update : Region 6 takes early lead

THE Western Visayas Private Schools Sports Athletic Association (Prisaa) took advantage of the so-called home court advantage by taking an early lead in the ongoing national Prisaa games 2007 in Iloilo City.

As of 4pm yesterday, Prisaa-Region 6 harvested 19 gold medals, 6 silver medals and 5 bronze.

Western Visayas made all its gold medals this early by dominating the swimming events in both men and women categories.

Region 7 (Central Visayas) is a far second with 4 gold medals, 13 silver and 7 bronze.

Region 11 (Davao region) got 3 gold medals and 11 bronze medals while Region 5 (Bicol region) has 2 gold medals.

Region 12 (Socsargen) won 5 silver medals while Region 4-A (Calabarzon) got 4 silver medals and 1 bronze.

source: The Guardian ILOILO (http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/sports1.php)

^^ ^^ a good start for Western Visayas ! Go WV ! :banana: :banana: :banana:

SleMarKen

April 17th, 2007, 08:50 AM

That's right Whyte. Nagapanghimuta pa lang pero nagapanindak na. About the lost title, ahay, it's becoming more of a comic story for Ilonggos. May ara kita titulo iya every year. We make them, not take them, di ba? :lol: :lol: . Anyhow, we're moving "in our own pace", "at our own time" .... baskog gid iya ang video nga ina na. Nagapamukaw gid sa tagsa-tagsa ka Ilonggo nga magbugtaw na. All we need is an aggressive tourism promotion.

Sus, kamo jud... Taasa ninyog pride uy. Why say these words. Wala ba kayong magandang masabi sa ibang lugar sa Pilipinas kung hindi yan. I'm just sad about these kinds of reactions :ohno:
Let's just help in promoting our cities to the world, your help is our country's success:okay:

Sinjin P.

April 17th, 2007, 08:56 AM

Oh another City versus City is brewing here? :?

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 09:42 AM

Philippine Christian University churns out new business experts
By Kathy M. Villalon

THE Philippine Christian University (PCU) has again provided Iloilo City with 97 individuals who are expected to shine in business and management because of their Christian foundation. They are graduates of Master in Management who majored in educational management, health administration, industrial psychology and public administration.

The commencement exercises were held last Sunday, April 15 at MO2 Westown Hotel, Smallville.

It was graced by former Senator Loren Legarda and Barotac Viejo Mayor Raul Tupas, who came in behalf of Gov. Niel Tupas Sr.

Legarda, in her keynote address entitled "Professionalizing the Filipino Manager Towards a Globalized Manpower Resource," reminded the graduates that the greatest resource in the country, and in business in particular, is human resource. "Not money nor technology," she stressed.

"Our people should have a high level of motivation, competence and expertise in order to move this country forward. Management is a discipline wherein the manager should have vision, dedication and integrity. Thus, the high productivity of an organization lies on the ability of the leader to motivate his or her people. There should be a high level of personhood. The workers should have a sense of 'ownership of the outcome'. The attitude of getting things done should be present," Legarda said.

She lamented that while she is the type of person who wants to get things done fast, the 'red tape' in government makes this difficult.

"Many families go hungry because of mismanagement due to lack of competence and compassion. There is a need to overhaul this mindset not just in the private sector but in the whole country as well."

She stressed that a highly motivated leader can elicit the same from those under him or her. She also emphasized on the importance of providing incentives and rewards.

"There is also no such thing as an Asian way of doing business. There is only one way of doing things right in this world."

She challenged the graduates not to dwell on blaming others and to start looking at oneself. "There's always time to improve on ourselves."

After her speech, Prof. Felilia Ronan, dean of CBAA presented the graduates and this was followed by a conferment of academic degrees by Dr. Oscar Suarez, president of PCU. Ronan and Suarez were joined by Dr. Greg Melchor de Lara and Prof. Origin Pascua in the pinning of the PCU insignia, imposition of academic hood and distribution of diploma. Special awards were given. They were the Leadership Award, Class Valedictorian and Academic Awards. Arturo Valero, MMPA for 2007 gave a pledge of loyalty in behalf of the batch.

THE UNIVERSITY

PCU is the only major mainline Protestant university at the heart of Metro Manila and among the few schools in the country which enjoy a Special Distinction and Autonomy Status awarded by the Commission on Higher Education. Such award is given to schools who have reached a level of academic performance and institutional achievements that merit respect and recognition.

Over the years, PCU has graduated quite a number of local and international students who are now serving in various posts of government and private companies in various countries of the world. PCU is fast becoming a school of choice for many young people who are in serious pursuit of a successful career and a sure educational destination for students and scholars of all ages.

PCU's slogan is faith, character and service.

from: The News Today
link: http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/17/philippine.christian.university.churns.out.new.business.experts.html

leii_tomo

April 17th, 2007, 09:45 AM

[QUOTE=spacewagon1;12704878]Sa-ad Festival: Keeping the Faith, Living the Miracles
By Bombette G. Marin

Happy Fiesta mga Taga - Lega!!!

ambut kung sa blay may handa kmi, last year la kmi nag handa, la wawarts abi... Senior San Vicente pasenxa lng anay a...Ü

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 09:46 AM

Contractor vows to clear reclaimed area below Carpenter's Bridge
By Maricar M. Calubiran

China-International Water and Electrical Corporation vowed to speed up the pile driving works at the Carpenter's Bridge in Tabucan, Mandurriao for them to clear the reclaimed portion of the Iloilo River before the onset of the rainy season.

This is to prevent the possible occurrence of flooding in the nearby areas due to the constriction of the river.

City Environment and Natural Resources (CENRO) chief Noel Hechanova said they were assured by the contractor of their plan to immediately clear the area reclaimed for their "crane way" after the pile driving works.

Hechanova, who is also the executive director of the Iloilo River Development Council, said the people have to bear the temporary effects brought about by the reclamation. There are fish pond operators who complained that their fish ponds dried up due to the reclamation.

The fish pond operators complained that the reclamation constricted the river flow, thus affecting the volume of water that runs at the Iloilo River. The quantity of water that passes the river channel lessen because of the reclamation. The decrease in water affected their catch.

Hechanova allayed the fears of nearby residents about the possibility of the river to overflow during the rainy season as the contractor will clear the area before the month of June.

The contractor piled bed of rocks and soil to construct a mini-road to accommodate the heavy equipment they are set to use for the pile driving works. The China-International Water and Electrical Corporation resorted to such reclamation process to speed up their work.

China-International Water and Electrical Corporation that is the contractor of the P230 million Iloilo Flood Control Project. The project package includes the construction of a new bridge between the district of Molo and Mandurriao. The bridge will replace the old Carpenter's Bridge.

The construction of the new bridge is under Phase II, Contract Package No. 2 of the Stage 1 of the Iloilo Flood Control Project. The construction started last March 1, 2006. The target date for the completion of project is February 12, 2009.

from: The News Today
link: http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/17/contractor.vows.to.clear.reclaimed.area.below.carpenters.bridge.html

leii_tomo

April 17th, 2007, 09:48 AM

Sus, kamo jud... Taasa ninyog pride uy. Why say these words. Wala ba kayong magandang masabi sa ibang lugar sa Pilipinas kung hindi yan. I'm just sad about these kinds of reactions :ohno:
Let's just help in promoting our cities to the world, your help is our country's success:okay:

past is past guys, we should look forward for the future...and help each other...Ü

D5NSS

April 17th, 2007, 09:53 AM

you are not even 1/4 of their economy, but your pride is overtaking your actual achivements. bad case.

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 09:53 AM

funny politics and more. hehe.

Battle of titans in Iloilo

Gov. Niel Tupas and Vice Gov. Obet Armada's gubernatorial battle is billed by independent analysts as the fight of the millennium. Vice Gov. Armada has a good chance to beat Gov. Tupas should Pres. Gloria Arroyo campaign personally for the Armada- Suplico tandem and entice all Lakas- Kampi- Liberal Party (Atienza wing) mayors, vice mayors, councilors and barangay officials to vote for her anointed gubernatorial and vice gubernatorial bets. GMA has all the resources, power and influence at her command to make her candidates win the coming May 2007 elections. Former Congressman Oscar Garin, the undisputed political kingpin of the 1st district of Iloilo can give Armada-Suplico ticket a resounding victory in his district.

Congresswoman Judy Syjuco and TESDA Chief Boboy Syjuco of the second district of Iloilo can give Armada an overwhelming vote in their district. The Syjuco couple are the acknowledged leaders in the 2nd district and have never been defeated in their electoral bids.

Congressman Arthur Defensor of the 3rd district of Iloilo is confident that the Armada- Suplico tandem will garner the landslide majority votes in his district. The vice governor hails from the 3rd district and vote-rich Janiuay, Pototan and Calinog towns will no doubt give their favorite son Obet the lion's share majority votes.

Rep. Ferj Biron, the favorite and wonder boy of the 4th district has pledged to the Armada-Suplico ticket a resounding victory in his district. Biron won in the 4th district congressional fight in the last election even with the strong support of the late "Goodah" Monfort and majority of the 4th district mayors. At present Biron has literally won almost all mayors and municipal officials in the district. The charismatic Iloilo solon has all the round coins in his pocket to let Armada-Suplico ticket taste the sweet victory in his domain.

In the 5th district of Iloilo, Gov. Tupas is still considered by politician forecasters as the man to beat in his bailiwick district. Tupas in two past gubernatorial elections, garnered majority votes sufficient to cover his deficiency in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd districts. Tupas drumbeaters are confident that the governor might still convince his long time and closest friend Oca Garin to lie-low as far as the gubernatorial race is concerned. Tupas is supporting Mayor Gerardo Flores of Miagao as his best bet against Oca Garin's daughter- in- law Congresswomen Janette Garin. But Oca in a recent press release is silent on his all-out support for Vice-Gov. Armada. In the last gubernatorial race, Armada won a landslide victory in Garin's country. Armada and Suplico should campaign hard in the 1st district and the duo might finally get Garin's unqualified support for their candidacy. Tupas is confident that he will win in the 2nd district as he has reportedly five to six mayors behind his candidacy including many incumbent municipal vice mayors and councilors. The completed Cabatuan-Sta. Barbara new airport of International Standard will no doubt be a plus factor for Tupas-Oso candidacy. The fight between Tupas and Armada in the district is deemed sensational considering that Tupas diehards are working tooth and nail to have their favorite governor victorious in the coming gubernatorial race.

In the 4th district, Passi, Barotac Nuevo, Dumangas and two other municipal mayors are veering towards the Tupas-Oso candidacy. Board Member Oso is the illustrious son of Barotac Nuevo and the vote-rich town may give Gov. Tupas the majority votes he needs to cover up Armada's sizeable votes in the district. Biron the reported millionaire congressman will throw his resources and influence on the candidacy of Vice Gov. Armada and Congressman Suplico. With the said incident that took place last January at the new provincial capitol where the black-shirted police reportedly stormed the governor's office, pushed supporters of Tupas in the lobby and smashed the expensive glasses still fresh from the minds of the voters in the 42 towns and one city, may sway their votes behind the incumbent governor. Although the Ombudsman had given Tupas and two of his board members a dismissal order, the timely issuance of the TRO of the Cebu Court of Appeals saved Tupas from arrest.

Tupas won decisive victories in two gubernatorial derbies in 2000 and 2004, many still believe that the incumbent governor has a strong political machinery. Should Senator Franklin Drilon go out in GMA's municipal bailiwicks in Iloilo and campaign hard for Tupas, the incumbent governor may still come out victorious. The danger of Gov. Tupas's impending victory is the unceasing flow of money two weeks before the May 2007 elections. Many of Iloilo's poor voters can still be enticed with money in exchange for their sacred vote. The P500 each gullible voter will get from the candidates will last only for a day or two but the consequences of their being "Judas" on election day may return to them in the form of misery and hardship of life. Candidates and supporters loyal to GMA can become an overnight "millionaire" so to say. GMA is still President after the May elections and she can appoint supporters to the Cabinet posts, USEC, Directors and Board Members of corporations, Ambassadors, Consuls and other position in the government and private owned and controlled government corporations.

The fight between Tupas and Armada is interesting to watch considering that no less than the President of the Philippines is behind the Armada-Suplico candidacy.
from:The News Today
politics is heating up already in Iloilo. I've read that some desperate politicians are using their funny names to get more attention. :lol: :lol: :lol:

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 09:59 AM

Happy Fiesta mga Taga - Lega!!!

ambut kung sa blay may handa kmi, last year la kmi nag handa, la wawarts abi... Senior San Vicente pasenxa lng anay a...Ü
Taga-Leganes ka gali Leii? I thought San Vicente de Ferrer feast is celebrated every May? My mom used to take us there for Palapak and Mag-sindi sang kandila. Amo man guihapon ang church? Open man guihapon ang sides niya? It's always filled with people every Sunday.

SleMarKen

April 17th, 2007, 10:03 AM

you are not even 1/4 of their economy, but your pride is overtaking your actual achivements. bad case.

No! this is not my point... Iloilo is rich in History and Economy that is why I'm also promoting it to the world in my little own way. I hope they will also do the same, not those kinds of statements:)

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 10:05 AM

the article says it all. Iloilo City and Iloilo Province is absolutely becoming more and more competitive as the days go by. Slowly, we are rising from our long sleep. I'm sure that this year, we will see a very stiff competition in terms of Iloilo's Wealthiest Towns in ranking (c/o Exploreiloilo). New business ventures will sprout out in next few months once the new airport will open. It's just a matter of time for Iloilo. Hala Bira ! Hala Bira !

Welcome to all delegates of the National PRISAA! May the sportsmanships reigns and may you all enjoy "The Heart of the Philippines" and "The NeXt BIG Thing !

This flyover will NOT answer Iloilo's downtown traffic woes BUT will definitely lighten the city streets' congestion one way or the other.

I just wish to see flyovers in a much wider roads and intersections outside downtown area in the future. Iloilo City and its neighbouring suburbs interchange will soon be the next target sites for future flyovers.
Iloilo City and Pavia exchange? or Iloilo City-leganes exchange. :lol: :lol: . Indi man tani damo guid ang flyover. Two 's enough at present.

I remembered that the City Planning Officer Peñalosa told CPU Alumni Channel host that it has been a plan since the mid 80's spurred by the Chinese merchants.

Even the floodway and the airport was spurred for already a decade and now being realized slowly but surely.

:okay:
No idea with this Bern. Long time ago pa gali ini nga plano nila?

leii_tomo

April 17th, 2007, 10:08 AM

Taga-Leganes ka gali Leii? I thought San Vicente de Ferrer feast is celebrated every May? My mom used to take us there for Palapak and Mag-sindi sang kandila. Amo man guihapon ang church? Open man guihapon ang sides niya? It's always filled with people every Sunday.

yup kirbs taga-lega ako...actually ang date gid ya sang fiesta ni san vicente ferrer is april 5 every year kung mag fall sya holy week, they change the date...
still ang palapak ara and sindi sang kandila...
ang church facade still the same but sa sulod medyo nag nami na ang mga bagay bagay, few years lang gin bgo na ang altar sa sulod and ang flooring...
pirme gid puno ang kada misa 1st 2nd and third mass...
i always attend the thrid mass, ky kwela ang pare, si Father Ever...I am not joking "Ever" is his name...Ü

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 10:17 AM

Risk Taker

April 17th, 2007, 10:25 AM

funny politics and more. hehe.

politics is heating up already in Iloilo. I've read that some desperate politicians are using their funny names to get more attention. :lol: :lol: :lol:

i just hope that tupaz would still have the landslide votes from the ilonggos and for the city of course trenas. i just noticed that iloilo have many rich politicians and successfull businessman don't heard however of what projects they have done or give to iloilo. for example does anyone knows here that rich sycuco couples contributions to iloilo?

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 10:30 AM

i just hope that tupaz would still have the landslide votes from the ilonggos and for the city of course trenas. i just noticed that iloilo have many rich politicians and successfull businessman don't heard however of what projects they have done or give to iloilo. for example does anyone knows here that rich sycuco couples contributions to iloilo?

they already got what they wanted so wala na sila batia :lol:

leii_tomo

April 17th, 2007, 10:34 AM

may ara dira nga pari nga suplado sang una. As in nagapangakig nga magahod ang mga bata. You know naman sa aton kung may saad ka, usually kabataan guid. How I wish I can go back and visit Leganes kung makapauli ko. It's been awhile nga wala na ko kasimba dira. Most of the times, gapadala na lang ko shirt sa Iloilo for palapak then i-parcel na lang nila diri sa akon sa UK. Any developments in Leganes? One of my fave CIs was from Leganes. Si Alibogha?

yup, si Monsignor Braganza, retired na siya and may He rest in Peace...after nag retire sya sa pagkapare, ang nagbulos amo ang nag bangun sang Leganes church sa bgo na Monsignor na beautify ang altar naka patindog sang bgo na kumbento kag dmu changes sa simbahan dmu na nag join sa choir sa mga lay ministers and dmu na ila activities...

magpuli ka try mo gid simba liwat sa Leganes...I dunno sa subong kung nu mga bgo na changes kay 6months na ako la sa Lega...

la gid ako my nabalan na mga devt sa leganes, except probably sa new public market...

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 10:35 AM

politics ..... politics .... politics ... I like them though. Sadya guid iya pulitika sa Iloilo no? :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

kirby21

April 17th, 2007, 10:36 AM

yup, si Monsignor Braganza, retired na siya and may He rest in Peace...after nag retire sya sa pagkapare, ang nagbulos amo ang nag bangun sang Leganes church sa bgo na Monsignor na beautify ang altar naka patindog sang bgo na kumbento kag dmu changes sa simbahan dmu na nag join sa choir sa mga lay ministers and dmu na ila activities...

magpuli ka try mo gid simba liwat sa Leganes...I dunno sa subong kung nu mga bgo na changes kay 6months na ako la sa Lega...

la gid ako my nabalan na mga devt sa leganes, except probably sa new public market...
maybe. :lol: :lol: :lol: he's just too frank to be true. Bless him.

leii_tomo

April 17th, 2007, 10:47 AM

gani mn...really RIP na sya...2004 i think...

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 10:50 AM

so 2 tulog liwat para sa inauguration
:lol: okay lang at least by that time hopefully it will take centerstage sa national news telecast.

leii_tomo

April 17th, 2007, 11:01 AM

tni sigurado na ina...

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 11:21 AM

w'ell just have to wait.
we have waited for years for this airport and around 3 years for its construction so a few days or weeks wont matter for me

Risk Taker

April 17th, 2007, 11:49 AM

they already got what they wanted so wala na sila batia :lol:

oh gale...well sad for iloilo kadamu bata nya nga manggaranon pero wala man lang may ga balos...:ohno:

ang sa airport ga init ulo ko ya kon dugay pa ma inagurar kay buot silingon dugang na naman tinion nga ihulat sa pag cater sa int'l flights. tani dapat paspas an para maka focus na naman sa iban nga projects antes mag presidential election kay basi mauntat na naman ang mga nasugdan dira nga mga proyekto. bal an nyo naman sa aton grabe ang politika

whyte

April 17th, 2007, 11:55 AM

as ive said a few days of delay wont matter for me though its something big for those who bought tickets for iloilo on the said dates of operation for them to experience the new airport

habagatcentral1

April 17th, 2007, 01:17 PM

are you implying that the ceuanos took the title? that you made the title but the cebuanos took them away from you? im sure cebuano's will not take that statement lightly! thats arrogance.

Sus, kamo jud... Taasa ninyog pride uy. Why say these words. Wala ba kayong magandang masabi sa ibang lugar sa Pilipinas kung hindi yan. I'm just sad about these kinds of reactions :ohno:
Let's just help in promoting our cities to the world, your help is our country's success:okay:

past is past guys, we should look forward for the future...and help each other...Ü

No! this is not my point... Iloilo is rich in History and Economy that is why I'm also promoting it to the world in my little own way. I hope they will also do the same, not those kinds of statements:)

Guys, I'm going to kick your assess off city bickerings!! Ilonggos have long accepted its fate and vowed to learn from it. And I'm completely pissed of upon seeing this bickerings!! :mad:

Ano, pataasan nanaman ng ihi?! Please be mature in your postings and take a second look before posting? Iloilo and Cebu has been at peace for a long time now and both has accepted realities of the past and the present and moved on to the future. This issue of "Queen City of the South" is the most cliché or gasgas issue to create friction between these 2 Great Visayan Civilizations. Again, that is a fact, clarified and agreed to be buried to avoid anymore petty quarells once more. Its just a monicker for crying out loud! Past is past and we already have our trajedya in our history.

One thing, please do not open up and instigate something that has long been dead and forgotten! Thats the difficulty of us Filipinos, we do not learn from our past experiences and instead creating a cyclical point of history.

Again...tabangay/buligay ta! Understand the differences to unite this fragmented archipelago. Regionalism that we have may build a strong national and united Philippines, and the word Respect is the keyword. We are weak when we are fragmented

Some of you know me personally and I know that I explained to you elaborately and in full clarity the rise and fall of the Ilonggo nation in history and I want to adhere peaceful co-existence between these two Great Visayans. Only kids quarell over little things.

Things have changed now. Lets make it for the better, ok?

Now, resume to regular postings please.

Oh another City versus City is brewing here? :?

No Sinjin, and I vowed those days will never occur again here in SSC Philippines!

Risk Taker

April 17th, 2007, 01:25 PM

as ive said a few days of delay wont matter for me though its something big for those who bought tickets for iloilo on the said dates of operation for them to experience the new airport

well that's just for you. for me and for others there i think every minute counts that's why i hate to see delays. and the reason for the delay should be valid and related at least for it to be justified imho

habagatcentral1

April 17th, 2007, 01:29 PM

well that's just for you. for me and for others there i think every minute counts that's why i hate to see delays. and the reason for the delay should be valid and related at least for it to be justified imho

Just wait for tomorrow. Hopefully the Capitol source was right that it will be in April 19.

Guys, I apologize if I spoken a bit harshly in Post#170. I just had enough of the bickerings between Iloilo and Cebu kay tungod ang debate nga ina, wa'ay na pakadtu-an. It has happened before, and I don't want it to happen again. Its not just Iloilo and Cebu who's image is at stake, its also the rest of the country as well.

daks2003

April 17th, 2007, 02:32 PM

Berns, mayu lang kay nag retire(ayhan??) na ang "MIGO" ta bala nga may mga servants hehehe sahu ya gid ni tani ang isyu hahaha:lol:

habagatcentral1

April 17th, 2007, 02:37 PM

Berns, mayu lang kay nag retire(ayhan??) na ang "MIGO" ta bala nga may mga servants hehehe sahu ya gid ni tani ang isyu hahaha:lol:

Gani. He's the echo of the bad past that every Ilonggo should've forgotten. ;)

lewdsaint

April 17th, 2007, 02:54 PM

habagatcentral1

April 17th, 2007, 03:00 PM

daks, bay-i lang sya kay naga-pakalinong na 'to budlay atakehun sya sang iya masakit mainit nga daan subong.

berns, daw wala pa nag-gwa imo 'to nahibaluan haw? Ihambal na bala indi na kami makahulat.

Aw ah. Indi na sya paghalungkata ah kag magpadayon kita sa pagpromote sa atong pinalangga nga Ciudad. Again, binuligay ta indi magpalapak sang iban nga kinamatarong ukon magbinaisay sa isa ka bagay na dugay na nga napatay na.

Anyway Lew, I think it was posted several posts/a thread ago. There was already a clue there. Pero indi pa ko guihapon manuguid, hahahaha!!! :D

totopurz

April 17th, 2007, 03:11 PM

Let me ask the old timers here:
Compare Iloilo in the 70's, 80's and the 90's to what is it today? How do you see the changes that are happening based on the news that you get.

I know I cannot compare the 40's and the 60's since they are the "dark days" of Iloilo. The Great Conflagration, Muelle Loney's riots, the Great Earthquake and the losing of the crown.

To Nong Wecky,
How did you saw Iloilo when you came back and compared to the previous decades? How as the economic environment or the city and the province itself? Is this something new or something that already happened before?

Thanks! :D

The 'Great Conflagration' . . . "dark days" of Iloilo . . . was the brutal fight for control over the port of Iloilo, then the other gateway to Europe and US. As happened worldwide the Great Depression in the 30s organized the labor movement to fight for fair working conditions - like 8 hours working day and decent wages.

In the mouth of Iloilo River was formed the Federacion Obrera de Filipinas (FOF) that spearheaded organized labor not only in Iloilo but over most of the piers, logging and mining companies in the Visayas and Mindanao. FOF was led by Jose Ma. Nava and Guillermo Capadocia (some say the Kapitan Guimo made-over from a labor hero into an aswang by the CIA).

Most of the shipping, logging and mining companies were owned by US and British interests. To cripple the FOF, a rival union was organized led by Pascual Espinosa (not unlike the Mafia thugs in US ports). As a reward Pascualing was supported by the 'US capitalists' to Congress and was given a quota for OFW workers to Guam - one of the first 'placement agencies' in the country, i think.

I was fortunate to attend the centennial of Jose Ma. Nava in the early 1990s, and pictures awed me with the foremost artists of the time (Atang de la Rama, Amado Hernandez, etc.) gracing the zarsuelas in Cine (became Regent theater?). I can only imagine the culture and the arts - alive in Iloilo during the 'Great Conflagration'

habagatcentral1

April 17th, 2007, 03:24 PM

^^ These were mentioned in Alfred McCoy's work: "The Death of the Queen". I was quite surprised that there was a bomb explosion that rocked Lapuz Depot that was seen by residents all throughout the city.

But alas, those times I believe that Iloilo's economy was at doldrums. Of course we cannot solely blame the Seige of the Muelle or the fighting labor unions to Her downfall. There were series of events that contributed to her downfall during those times.

Most of the Ilonggo migrants in Cotabato who moved in the 1950's agree that lack of opportunities, bad business environment in the city, food scarcity and tenant farming were their reasons to move out of Panay and move to Mindanao.

Basically, we cannot turn back time and relive what was once glamorous Iloilo. We have to learn from our past mistakes so that we can go ahead and strive for the better in the future.

death327

April 17th, 2007, 03:54 PM

^^ This is very fascinating to know that we have this in our history. Do all ilonggos know about this? Is it taught in the school? That's the reason why I don't like the format of the educational system of our country. It has no venue for Local History and Culture Development.

Anyway, regarding the comment "We make them, not Take Them," I am not sure how it became offensive and a cause of city vs. city issue. If you read the whole paragraph - I don't find it offensive. As I have said before, we Filipinos are really fond of mis-quoting certain portion of thoughts and eventually making this as the reason for fight. After-all Iloilo has a lot of titles, the City of Love, Paris of the Philippines, etc.

Please stop instigating fight here in Iloilo thread. Cebu is Cebu. Manila is Manila. Davao is Davao. Bacolod is Bacolod. Iloilo is Iloilo. And I believe everyone here is matured enough to make statements and comments.

SleMarKen

April 17th, 2007, 05:11 PM

Offensive or not, next time avoid those kinds of statements. Tell your friends here not make comments that could be misinterpreted like what I'm doing to my fellow Cebuanos, kung may isulti sila nga di maayo, pahimangnuan nako bisag kinsa pa sila...:). Coz kanina I scanned this thread para maka kuha ko mga pics para buhat youtbe video for Iloilo and nabasa ko kato na statement and it meant different to me kaya naka sulti ko ato. Pero nana man diay bag-o video for Iloilo sa youtube:)

death327

April 17th, 2007, 06:03 PM

Did you try to contact the person who made that kind of statement? You should ask him his motive or his reason why he made that kind of comment through PM. He did not specifically mentioned the city and you immediately reacted to the comment.

I understand your point that the others may take it offensively but sometimes we have to be matured enough in weighing things before escalating them into something provoking and chaotic. As far as I can see it it's still safe because he did not mention specific city/ies. It's like a press statement and we leave the interpretation of the statement to the public. I don't see it as city versus city because it's a personal view. I believe we endorse freedom of expression and thoughts in this forum as long as we don't specifically and blatantly bash one city.

I hope you are getting my point. I am not pinning on the comment but on how we understand the comment. Immediate reaction on something with vague meaning is very dangerous.

Also, I am not just pointing to you but also other members of this forum. A lot of us here are victims of "Monarchy of Discontinuous Mind." Please don't take things literally because if we do everything will fall into chaos.

In fairness to you, you really love Cebu so much. I can see it on how you reacted. And I salute you for that.

daks2003

April 17th, 2007, 06:12 PM

Let's move on.

death327

April 17th, 2007, 06:14 PM

I agree with you. Lets move on.

SleMarKen

April 17th, 2007, 06:40 PM

In fairness to you, you really love Cebu so much. I can see it on how you reacted. And I salute you for that.

I reacted not because I loved Cebu so much but because how it came to be that I am to make a slideshow video for Iloilo just like what I made for Cebu and Davao for promotion purpose but there is that statement that doesn't really sounds helping or promoting each of our city coz for me even if he didn't said it directly but it clearly reflects about that past thing so Isa lang naman ang point ko, let's help promote our fellow cities and say words that are pleasing to hear than words that has a lot of meaning and can't create positive results...;)

death327

April 17th, 2007, 06:42 PM

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 09:32 PM

^^ ^^ I wonder why my statement, "we make them, not take them" is a bad statement. And why Cebuanos are reacting here? Excuse me, but my statement is NOT for them. Thank you so much but they are barking in the wrong tree. Besides, are they still talking about the Queen City of the South issue? For goodness' sake, that was ages ago. They need not to worry about that statement if they're not affected at all. But as for me, it's quite funny to see someone's reacting for no reason at all. If there's one city Iloilo will be competing with, it's not Cebu for sure. So stop bickering about something that was not intended for. Thank you.

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 09:38 PM

I reacted not because I loved Cebu so much but because how it came to be that I am to make a slideshow video for Iloilo just like what I made for Cebu and Davao for promotion purpose but there is that statement that doesn't really sounds helping or promoting each of our city coz for me even if he didn't said it directly but it clearly reflects about that past thing so Isa lang naman ang point ko, let's help promote our fellow cities and say words that are pleasing to hear than words that has a lot of meaning and can't create positive results...;)
Thank you for your reaction but I don't find any reason why you would react at all. It's a statement not made for Cebu because as far as I know I have no idea what's happening to your place at all this time. Unless I've been to Cebu lately then I can contrast the issue. So no need to worry and no need to be reactionary with such statement cos as far as I know, I never mentioned CEBU at all here in Iloilo thread and has no intention to til the present. If we need to compete with one place in terms of tourism, it would be Boracay and not Cebu. There's too many places in Panay that Iloilo City needs to compete with before considering other places.

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 09:48 PM

The 'Great Conflagration' . . . "dark days" of Iloilo . . . was the brutal fight for control over the port of Iloilo, then the other gateway to Europe and US. As happened worldwide the Great Depression in the 30s organized the labor movement to fight for fair working conditions - like 8 hours working day and decent wages.

In the mouth of Iloilo River was formed the Federacion Obrera de Filipinas (FOF) that spearheaded organized labor not only in Iloilo but over most of the piers, logging and mining companies in the Visayas and Mindanao. FOF was led by Jose Ma. Nava and Guillermo Capadocia (some say the Kapitan Guimo made-over from a labor hero into an aswang by the CIA).

Most of the shipping, logging and mining companies were owned by US and British interests. To cripple the FOF, a rival union was organized led by Pascual Espinosa (not unlike the Mafia thugs in US ports). As a reward Pascualing was supported by the 'US capitalists' to Congress and was given a quota for OFW workers to Guam - one of the first 'placement agencies' in the country, i think.

I was fortunate to attend the centennial of Jose Ma. Nava in the early 1990s, and pictures awed me with the foremost artists of the time (Atang de la Rama, Amado Hernandez, etc.) gracing the zarsuelas in Cine (became Regent theater?). I can only imagine the culture and the arts - alive in Iloilo during the 'Great Conflagration'
How I wish they'll make a movie or a documentary films about of it, totopurz. The story sounds very tragic, and I think we have so much to learn about the Great Conflagration days. Thanks for sharing. Slowly, we're putting pieces of jigsaw puzzle together.

^^ These were mentioned in Alfred McCoy's work: "The Death of the Queen". I was quite surprised that there was a bomb explosion that rocked Lapuz Depot that was seen by residents all throughout the city.

But alas, those times I believe that Iloilo's economy was at doldrums. Of course we cannot solely blame the Seige of the Muelle or the fighting labor unions to Her downfall. There were series of events that contributed to her downfall during those times.

Most of the Ilonggo migrants in Cotabato who moved in the 1950's agree that lack of opportunities, bad business environment in the city, food scarcity and tenant farming were their reasons to move out of Panay and move to Mindanao.

Basically, we cannot turn back time and relive what was once glamorous Iloilo. We have to learn from our past mistakes so that we can go ahead and strive for the better in the future.
Learning is the best thing we can do. Bernie, where can we get, buy or access the book? It made me curious what happens in our past that led the downfall of our beloved city.

spacewagon1

April 17th, 2007, 10:02 PM

Artificial recharge of
Groundwater sources eyed

ILOILO City – Dr. Jessica Salas, Executive Director of the Kahublagan sang Panimalay, a lead non-government organization which has undertaken watershed rehabilitation projects and community mobilization in the Tigum-Aganan Watershed area, recommended artificial recharge of ground water sources in Iloilo to solve the problem on water shortage.

Salas made the recommendation during the recent Stakeholders Assembly which tackled "Coping with Water Scarcity" as its theme.

The Iloilo Watershed Management Council (IWMC) is mulling the idea of "commissioning" non-government or a private group to take the initiative of taking care of the watershed areas, especially in Maasin, so that sustainable efforts are guaranteed.

The assembly was almost like a sequel to the one held last year also in celebration of March as World Water Month. In the previous assembly, issues on water scarcity, salt water intrusion, watershed protection and depletion of ground water were discussed.

Today, as discussed by the different discussants in the forum, the same problems are aggravated, as shortage of fresh water from watershed and ground supplies becomes more pronounced, brought about by pollution of rivers, deforestation, including natural causes like uneven distribution of rainfall.

The assembly was attended by local government units representatives from the different water boards, government agencies and some private entities.

Metro Iloilo Water District Resident Engineer Timoteo Villaroman said the sustainability of efforts in rehabilitating the Maasin Watershed can be best done by private groups that can easily mobilize people, like he efforts being done by the Bantay Kalikasan for La Mesa Dam.

Engr. Villaroman also said the MIWD can be among those groups which can be commissioned to do the job, aided by sound ordinances by the local government units.

source: Panay News (http://www.panaynews.com.ph/news5.htm)

chymera00

April 17th, 2007, 11:37 PM

Dinagyang all set to conquer Aliwan ’07

Iloilo City (18 April) -- Iloilo City tourism officer Ben Jimena said Dinagyang is all set to conquer anew ALIWAN ’07 with “larger than life” goals in the contests it will join, from April 26-28, in Metro Manila.

Jimena said the tagline “Larger than Life” boosts Dinagyang’s reputation as the only festival in Western Visayas that bears global imprints with the inclusion of the Millennium Development Goals in the tribe performances as recognized by the United Nations Conference.

Besides this recognition, Jimena said Dinagyang has earned the reputation as Best Practice in Local Governance and Best Tourism event in the Philippines.

Jimena also said that these citations will make Iloilo as the “Next Big Thing” through the Dinagyang’s aggressive and prestigious participation in this Aliwan ’07.

Dinagyang will be joining four events, the Dance Contest, the Reyna Ng Aliwan, Float contest and the Aliwan Bazaar.

Tribu Ilonganon and Tribu Kahilwayan will be Dinagyang’s entries in the Dance Parade Competition, which will begin at the Quirino Grandstand and end at the CCP Complex. The tribes will perform for five minutes each in two judging areas, wherein they will depict Filipino culture, tradition and values.

Tribe leaders for Ilonganon and Kahilwayan said they have already completed their choreography and sequence to fit the five-minute performance time, and have selected their number of performers which consist of 58 warriors, 18 lead dancers and 44 drumers.

At stake in the Dance Competition is 1,000,000 pesos for the first place, 500,000,second place, 250,000, third place and 50,000 for the seven runners up.

Dinagyang will also vie in the Float Competition with a float made of indigenous materials, mounted on it will be a big Ati warrior representing a group of the Ati aborigines as depicted in history that occupied Iloilo. At stake is half a million pesos for the grand prize.

To represent Dinagyang for the Reyna ng Aliwan Competition is this year’s Miss Dinagayang, Ms. Cara Jeanne Sullano.

Dinagyang souvenir items, like Dagoy key chains, Ilonggo delicacies, T-shirts and others, will be exhibited for sale at the Aliwan Bazaar.

Ben Jimena told the media in a press conference that although winning the grand prizes is an overriding aim for Dinagyang, it is not necessarily the main objective.

“It is the promotion of Iloilo City on the whole that we are after,” Ben Jimena said.

He added that Dinagyang has remarkable track record in the Aliwan festival since 2003 – Atub-Atub, first runner up, Ms. Dinagyang, 2nd runner up, Float, 2nd runner up; 2004 – Atub-Atub, champion, Float, honorable mention; 2005 – Silak, 2nd runner up; Float, honorable mention; and 2006 – Ilonganon, 1st runner up, Tultugan, honorable mention and Ms. Dinagyang, 2nd runner up. (PIA/ES Subong)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/default.asp?m=12&fi=p070418.htm&no=4

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 12:33 AM

How I wish they'll make a movie or a documentary films about of it, totopurz. The story sounds very tragic, and I think we have so much to learn about the Great Conflagration days. Thanks for sharing. Slowly, we're putting pieces of jigsaw puzzle together.

Learning is the best thing we can do. Bernie, where can we get, buy or access the book? It made me curious what happens in our past that led the downfall of our beloved city.

This book is not available in bookstores. Its only found at the libraries since it is part of a periodical from a foreign university. But I do have a photocopy of it, and if you're interested, please let me know thru PM. :)

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 02:33 AM

so 2 tulog liwat para sa inauguration
:lol: okay lang at least by that time hopefully it will take centerstage sa national news telecast.
Hopefully, it will be opened by 19th. It's taking a long time already. We're already six days delayed from the initial April 12 inaugural day.

Just wait for tomorrow. Hopefully the Capitol source was right that it will be in April 19.

Guys, I apologize if I spoken a bit harshly in Post#170. I just had enough of the bickerings between Iloilo and Cebu kay tungod ang debate nga ina, wa'ay na pakadtu-an. It has happened before, and I don't want it to happen again. Its not just Iloilo and Cebu who's image is at stake, its also the rest of the country as well.
You don't need to explain further Bernie because there's nothing to explain at all. I reread the statement and it doesn't connote anything harsh to any other city at all. Besides, Space did not mention that city, first and foremost. And as i said long time ago, please don't drag any other cities' name here in our thread. We have so much things to do to help promote our city, and bantering is not one of the agenda here.

^^ This is very fascinating to know that we have this in our history. Do all ilonggos know about this? Is it taught in the school? That's the reason why I don't like the format of the educational system of our country. It has no venue for Local History and Culture Development.

Anyway, regarding the comment "We make them, not Take Them," I am not sure how it became offensive and a cause of city vs. city issue. If you read the whole paragraph - I don't find it offensive. As I have said before, we Filipinos are really fond of mis-quoting certain portion of thoughts and eventually making this as the reason for fight. After-all Iloilo has a lot of titles, the City of Love, Paris of the Philippines, etc.

Please stop instigating fight here in Iloilo thread. Cebu is Cebu. Manila is Manila. Davao is Davao. Bacolod is Bacolod. Iloilo is Iloilo. And I believe everyone here is matured enough to make statements and comments.
I stand by your comment, Soul. I, myself, did not find any other offensive connotation with Space's comment. I'm just wondering all along on why other forunmers just barge here in our thread commenting on Space's message. Space is entitled whatever he wanted to say as long as he knows his limitation. One limitation that has never been crossed is mentioning any other city's name here. So please, like all others Ilonggo forumers said, let's move on. It's just a waste of time bickering on something for no reason at all.

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 02:38 AM

^^ Basta, as far as I'm concerned, case closed and resolved.
I already explained to the people what was the lifestory of the Ilonggo nation so the people would understand and therefore co-exist with other peoples. :)

There are no indicators in the local dailies of any plans of inauguaration for the airport. Its that horrible bloodbath in Virginia Tech that is on frontpage of every newspapers. (Condolences).

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 02:42 AM

oh gale...well sad for iloilo kadamu bata nya nga manggaranon pero wala man lang may ga balos...:ohno:

ang sa airport ga init ulo ko ya kon dugay pa ma inagurar kay buot silingon dugang na naman tinion nga ihulat sa pag cater sa int'l flights. tani dapat paspas an para maka focus na naman sa iban nga projects antes mag presidential election kay basi mauntat na naman ang mga nasugdan dira nga mga proyekto. bal an nyo naman sa aton grabe ang politika
not all, Risk. Some of theme nagabalik na. They maybe looking for the right time to help back. It's never been a sad case at all especially na subong. I'm pretty sure nga mabalik guid ina sila tanan. Once Ilonggo, always an Ilonggo. Lopezes tried to doate some of its properties and help for Gawad Kalinga. Others followed same good move, too. Depende lang ina siguro ah. But I believe nga they are slowly coming back.

With regards to airport inauguration, kadugay na guid man. Aywan na ko di hulat kay gusto ko na magtan-aw sang itsura sang airport. hay........

The 'Great Conflagration' . . . "dark days" of Iloilo . . . was the brutal fight for control over the port of Iloilo, then the other gateway to Europe and US. As happened worldwide the Great Depression in the 30s organized the labor movement to fight for fair working conditions - like 8 hours working day and decent wages.

In the mouth of Iloilo River was formed the Federacion Obrera de Filipinas (FOF) that spearheaded organized labor not only in Iloilo but over most of the piers, logging and mining companies in the Visayas and Mindanao. FOF was led by Jose Ma. Nava and Guillermo Capadocia (some say the Kapitan Guimo made-over from a labor hero into an aswang by the CIA).

Most of the shipping, logging and mining companies were owned by US and British interests. To cripple the FOF, a rival union was organized led by Pascual Espinosa (not unlike the Mafia thugs in US ports). As a reward Pascualing was supported by the 'US capitalists' to Congress and was given a quota for OFW workers to Guam - one of the first 'placement agencies' in the country, i think.

I was fortunate to attend the centennial of Jose Ma. Nava in the early 1990s, and pictures awed me with the foremost artists of the time (Atang de la Rama, Amado Hernandez, etc.) gracing the zarsuelas in Cine (became Regent theater?). I can only imagine the culture and the arts - alive in Iloilo during the 'Great Conflagration'
Nice info, totopurz. Thanks.

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 02:47 AM

Dinagyang team needs P1.3M for Aliwan trip
Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-18

THE Iloilo Dinagyang Foundation Inc. (IDFI) will spend P1.3million in order to send the Iloilo contingent to participate and reap awards in the annual Aliwan Fiesta.

If victorious, the Dinagyang team will bring some P2million in cash prize, a good return on investment apart from earning national and international prestige.

The Aliwan Fiesta 2007, also dubbed as “festival of all festivals,” is expected to draw some 23 major festivals all over the country that will vie for the multi-million prize aside from the title as the “best festival in the country.”

City tourism chief and IDFI executive director Ben Jimena said they are scouting for sponsors that will support the Iloilo delegation.

Jimena said they already received sponsorships worth P25,000 each from the Iloilo Convention and Visitors Bureau (ICVB) and Robinsons Place-Iloilo and another P130,000 from the Department of Tourism (DOT).

Aliwan’s host Manila Broadcasting Co. (MBC) shelled out P80,000 for the meals and accommodation of the performers and the transportation while in Manila.

MBC also gave P30,000 for the float preparation.

“We hope to bring home the crown and reap awards as Dinagyang tribes are considered heavyweight contenders of Sinulog,” Jimena said, adding that Dinagyang has been an Aliwan favorite since 2003.

The cultural competition will kick off from Quirino Grandstand at 4pm of April 27 with the tribes showcasing a five-minute performance and execute street dancing through the 4-km road to Star City for another presentation.

Although they will compete with each other, Tribu Ilonganon, this year’s Dinagyang champ, and Sta. Barbara’s Kahilwayan, winner of the 2007 Kasadyahan competition, will attempt to outdo Aliwan’s reigning champ, the Sinulog of Cebu.

Miss Dinagyang 2007 Cara Jeanne Sullano will represent Iloilo to the Reyna ng Aliwan.

Iloilo will also field a giant float made of indigenous materials carrying a “big warrior” in full Dinagyang costume of the native Atis.

Aliwan prizes include P1milllion for the champion; P500,000 – first place; P250,000 – second place; and 50,000 each for seven runners up.

The festival’s best float will receive P500,000 while the second placer will get P250,000 and P100,000 for third placer. The seven runners up will be given P25,000 each.

The Reyna ng Aliwan will win P50,000 and P20,000 for first placer and P10,000 each for the three runners up.

from: The Guardian Iloilo
link: http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2513

caloy

April 18th, 2007, 02:55 AM

hi lang da ca tanan ah. hope you all enjoy the day. go go go go... naks daw ma cheerleading ba. anyways, see you all some other time.
just passing by. miss ko na ni ba. tek ker. lol.

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 02:59 AM

New Iloilo int’l airport to open this month
By Rainier Allan Ronda
The Philippine Star 04/18/2007

The new Iloilo International Airport built at a cost of about P9 billion will be opened for full commercial operation in the last week of April.

Transportation Assistant Secretary for Plans and Programs Elmer Soneja said there is no exact date yet for the airport’s opening.

He said the airport was originally slated to be opened on April 16 but they had to postpone it until President Arroyo’s return from her visit to China at the end of the month.

Soneja gave assurance though that the new airport is all set for full commercial operation this month.

Built on a 200-hectare property in the middle of the Iloilo municipalities of Santa Barbara and Cabatuan 19 kilometers north of Iloilo City, the new airport complies with international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The old airport was located in Mandurriao, Iloilo City.

The new airport has a 2,500 meter x 45 meter runway, a 48,000-square-meter apron, a 3,000 meter x 30 meter access road, a passenger terminal with a floor area of about 12,000 square meters, a cargo terminal building, an administration building, a 35-meter high tower and operations center building, central plant and maintenance buildings with complete equipment, and a crash-fire-rescue station, among other facilities.

The three-story passenger terminal houses the baggage conveyor on the first floor, check-in area and airline offices on the second floor, pre-departure area on the third floor, and arrival area along the corridors leading to the first floor.

The airport can accommodate six aircraft simultaneously parking at any given time. Air navigation systems, including a radar area, are also in place.

Iloilo, whose airport has the fourth highest passenger traffic in the country, will benefit from the influx of tourists and investors once the new airport becomes operational this month.

The government is auctioning off the old domestic airport in Mandurriao, with several top property developers expressing interest in it.

The new airport will serve the growing passenger and cargo traffic in Iloilo. It is expected to boost the economic development of the Visayas, particularly Region 6 comprising the provinces of Antique, Aklan, Iloilo, Capiz, Guimaras, and Negros Occidental.

Source: Philippine Star
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^^ Still the same news? But the specific question of when will that happen? Yan kasi, naglain pa pamatyag ni Mike (control your food intake FG :D)

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 03:08 AM

^^ hi Caloy! Welcome back. Post naman di liwat. Kumusta na migs?

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‘There’s hope for squatters’
Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-18

ILOILO City councilorable and urban poor advocate Jose Marte Nava yesterday said squatters mushrooming all over the metropolis are entitled to get help from the City government.

Nava made the assessment during the “Candidates’ Forum” hosted by the Iloilo City Hall Press Corps and SKYCable.

“Urbanization has a twin in squatters who are always facing evictions. We may achieve a squatter-less Iloilo City through a comprehensive housing program. It is provided by law that the local government should relocate the squatters,” Nava explained.

He added the City Hall should initiate a shelter project for the illegal settlers.

Nava said he has witnessed several demolitions rendering the urban poor homeless.

“There are multimillion projects planned by the city government but sad to say a lot of squatters never felt these promises yet. There should be developments for the poor and not just lip service because the public leaders in the first place are not witnessing the demolitions,” stressed Nava.

Businessman Johnny Young, also an opposition aspirant, said helping the squatters should not end in giving relocation sites alone.

“The underprivileged should be provided with livelihood projects to improve their living and they may also buy their own house and lot. The housing program should be implemented together with job opportunities for the poor,” said Young.

Young even argued that “some beneficiaries of the housing program may not really be poor at all but they have connections with public officials, thus they are being benefited.”

But Barangay Captain Lyndon Acap, who is running under the administration bloc, said the Iloilo City Urban Poor Affairs Office (ICUPAO) has been undertaking proper documentation of beneficiaries to prioritize the poor.

Acap also defended the City Hall saying “it has been purchasing relocation sites to be developed for the poor.”

The city government has been developing resettlement projects in Barangays Sooc in Arevalo district and West Habog-habog and North Baluarte in Molo district, among others.

from: The Guardian Iloilo
link: http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2519

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 03:18 AM

gani mn...really RIP na sya...2004 i think...
aw ah. may he rest in peace na.
Btw, i've heard a rumour that they're planning to expand the San Vicente Church in Leganes. Any idea about this?

^^ Still the same news? But the specific question of when will that happen? Yan kasi, naglain pa pamatyag ni Mike (control your food intake FG :D)
same news all the time. :) If ever we'll wait for GMA, mga next month pa siguro ang opening sang Iloilo International Airport. Well, two more weeks to go before the end of April. Basi ma-fasttrack pa lang ang opening. Otherwise, we'll be looking first week of May for inaugural opening.

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 03:24 AM

aw ah. may he rest in peace na.
Btw, i've heard a rumour that they're planning to expand the San Vicente Church in Leganes. Any idea about this?

same news all the time. :) If ever we'll wait for GMA, mga next month pa siguro ang opening sang Iloilo International Airport. Well, two more weeks to go before the end of April. Basi ma-fasttrack pa lang ang opening. Otherwise, we'll be looking first week of May for inaugural opening.

Nooooo!!!!! :ohno: Don't say bad words. I have to land at the new airport in Iloilo this May!!! :cry: :cry:

Regarding San Vicente Ferrer, Leganes is one of the Agustinian Churches in Iloilo. It has a colonial church but I think it was destroyed along with Oton Church, let me just confirm it. :)

caloy

April 18th, 2007, 03:28 AM

tani indi magmahal ang bayaran ko pagpuli ko. huwaaaaa, guba basi budget ko. tigkiriwi nga daan.

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 03:40 AM

tani indi magmahal ang bayaran ko pagpuli ko. huwaaaaa, guba basi budget ko. tigkiriwi nga daan.
when are you planning to go home, Caloy? At least maka-higop ka na naman sang caldo sa aton. Ako, mga two years pa from now. Medyo hulat-hulat diutay for the meantime.

Nooooo!!!!! :ohno: Don't say bad words. I have to land at the new airport in Iloilo this May!!! :cry: :cry:

Regarding San Vicente Ferrer, Leganes is one of the Agustinian Churches in Iloilo. It has a colonial church but I think it was destroyed along with Oton Church, let me just confirm it. :)
Basi May next year pa gani. he he. So mapauli ka man gali sa Iloilo, Bern? Wow! Amo na ina ang nagapang-agda ka piyesta sang Pavia? Maayo man ina kay ara ka na sa bag-o nga airport ma-landing. Damo bisita mo?

San Vicente Church as Agustinian Church? I don't think so. I haven't heard anything about leganes sa mga friend namon sa Roma haw?

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 03:43 AM

tani indi magmahal ang bayaran ko pagpuli ko. huwaaaaa, guba basi budget ko. tigkiriwi nga daan.

I think its still ATO who will manage the airport so ww will not have expensive airport terminal fees yet.

Davao Int'l is still under ATO and they have been charging P40/P50 for terminal fee despite the new terminal.

San Vicente Church as Agustinian Church? I don't think so. I haven't heard anything about leganes sa mga friend namon sa Roma haw?

It was an Agustinian Church as according to Gallende OSA like most of the churches in Iloilo.

chymera00

April 18th, 2007, 03:50 AM

Nooooo!!!!! :ohno: Don't say bad words. I have to land at the new airport in Iloilo this May!!! :cry: :cry:

Regarding San Vicente Ferrer, Leganes is one of the Agustinian Churches in Iloilo. It has a colonial church but I think it was destroyed along with Oton Church, let me just confirm it. :)
This news of the delayed opening is just getting into my nerves ... but it doesn't matter anyways, the plans for the transfer of the commercial flights of the 3 airlines have already been set and the opening of the airport will surely push through before April 26.

Then again ... anythings possible in the Philippines, in that case I wish GMA would just letgo of the idea of attending the inauguration ... she can put up a huge billboard instead :D

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 03:57 AM

^^ he he. I liked the idea of GMA's on Iloilo International Airport's billboard. :banana: :banana:

Natl Prisaa Games update
Region 6 still on top
By Francis Allan L. Angelo

WESTERN Visayas Private Schools Athletic Association (Prisaa) fortified its position on the top rung of the medal standings on the second day of national Prisaa games in Iloilo City.

Region 6 now has 30 gold medals, 18 silver and 8 bronze as of 4pm Tuesday.

Region 11 (Davao Region Prisaa) dislodged Region 7 (Central Visayas Prisaa) from the second spot with 11 gold medals, 6 silver and 14 bronze.

Central Visayas dropped to third place with 5 gold medals, 18 silver and 15 bronze.

Occupying the fourth spot is Region 5 (Bicol Region) with 4 gold medals, 1 silver and 1 bronze.

The Calabarzon Prisaa or Region 4-A has 2 gold medals, 5 silver and 4 bronze while Region 12 got 1 gold medal, 2 silver and 4 bronze.

Region 9 has one gold medal while Region 3 has 4 silver and 4 bronze. Region 1 got a single bronze.

Last Sunday, Western Visayas’ men’s basketball team trounced Region 10, 88-63.

Region 6’s football team also trampled Central Visayas, 4-2.

On Monday, Region 6 ladies badminton team beat Central Luzon, 3-0.

Bicol Region became mince meat in the hands (or foot) of Region 6 booters yesterday morning, 17-0.

from: The Guardian Iloilo
link: http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/sports1.php

Go, go, go Western Visayas! Hala Bira mga amigo !

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 04:03 AM

29 ARCs now in Iloilo
2007-04-18

There are now 29 Agrarian Reform Communities (ARCs) established in some 87 barangays in Iloilo, according to the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR)

These 29 ARCs cover a total of 38,391 hectares distributed to some 3,500 agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs).

The latest ARC to be established in the province is Agsibago ARC in the town of Lambunao.

An ARC is a barangay or a cluster of barangays composed of critical mass of farmers and farm-workers awaiting the full implementation of agrarian reform.

The ARC strategy was adopted by the DAR in 1993 with a vision to provide support services to less-developed areas.

DAR Iloilo Information Officer Yvonne Senobin said some of these ARCS have benefited from foreign-assisted development projects.

To date, about 26 ARCs are supported by the Food Agriculture Organization-Technical Support Services to Agrarian Reform and Rural Development (FAO-TSSARD), 3 ARCs by the Japan Bank for International Cooperation- Agrarian Reform Infrastructure Support Project II (JBIC-ARISP II) and 10 ARCs by the DAR –Asian Development Bank Agrarian Reform Communities Project (DAR-ADB-ARCP)

Senobin said agrarian reform beneficiaries also organized themselves into cooperatives or farmers’ associations that transformed some of them into small entrepreneurs.(PIA)

from: The Guardian Iloilo
link: http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/agri.php

D5NSS

April 18th, 2007, 04:20 AM

Guys, I'm going to kick your assess off city bickerings!! Ilonggos have long accepted its fate and vowed to learn from it. And I'm completely pissed of upon seeing this bickerings!! :mad:

Ano, pataasan nanaman ng ihi?! Please be mature in your postings and take a second look before posting? Iloilo and Cebu has been at peace for a long time now and both has accepted realities of the past and the present and moved on to the future. This issue of "Queen City of the South" is the most cliché or gasgas issue to create friction between these 2 Great Visayan Civilizations. Again, that is a fact, clarified and agreed to be buried to avoid anymore petty quarells once more. Its just a monicker for crying out loud! Past is past and we already have our trajedya in our history.

One thing, please do not open up and instigate something that has long been dead and forgotten! Thats the difficulty of us Filipinos, we do not learn from our past experiences and instead creating a cyclical point of history.

Again...tabangay/buligay ta! Understand the differences to unite this fragmented archipelago. Regionalism that we have may build a strong national and united Philippines, and the word Respect is the keyword. We are weak when we are fragmented

Some of you know me personally and I know that I explained to you elaborately and in full clarity the rise and fall of the Ilonggo nation in history and I want to adhere peaceful co-existence between these two Great Visayans. Only kids quarell over little things.

Things have changed now. Lets make it for the better, ok?

Now, resume to regular postings please.

No Sinjin, and I vowed those days will never occur again here in SSC Philippines!

its funny how you quoted ours posts but never quoted the ONE post why these reactions are here, maybe youre trying to look good for your kasimanwa here, but im really not sure about it, its your own gameplan, so dont tell us to be mature because as it is, your post is even parially biased.

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 04:32 AM

CEAP to conduct seminar on media literacy
2007-04-18

THE Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines in Western Visayas is pleased to invite Campus Ministers, Theology/Religion teachers, and catechists to a seminar workshop on Mass Media Literacy for Evangelization and Religious Instruction May 4-5, 2007 at the President’s Conference Room, University of San Agustin, Gen. Luna St. Iloilo City

The seminar–workshop is the second offering of CEAP-VI under its Continuing Education for Teachers. Included in the topics to be discussed are: a) The church and Social Communication. b) The Mass Media and The New Evangelization: Challenges; c) Introduction to the Mass Media; d) Mass Media Uses and Effects: Salient Research and Findings; and e) Mass Media Appreciation, Analysis, and Criticism: Basics.

Invited resource persons are Rev. Noel Judith, S.D.B., M.A. Theology; Prof. Jigger Latoza, M.P.A., M.A. Communication; and Daniel V. Amular, Jr., M.M.B.M.

For more information and reservation please contact CEAP-6 SECRETARIAT, c/o University of San Agustin, Gen. Luna St., Iloilo City at 3374403 or 3374841 to 44 local 250 or e-mail at ceap6@usa.edu.ph

from: The Guardian Iloilo
link: http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2521

^^ i hope to see more regional workshops, conferences, lectures happening in Iloilo City universities' grounds. Iloilo City is composed of eight universities that have so much to offer when it comes to education and religious activities.

Protestants : Central Philippine University and Philippine Christian University
Catholic : University of San Agustin and St Paul's University - Iloilo

Non-sectarian : West Visayas State University, University of the Philippines, University of Iloilo and John B. Lacson Maritime University

chymera00

April 18th, 2007, 04:39 AM

found this nifty link on the FTP site of the BIR ...
it contains revenue collections of all regions/ provinces or revenue districts, its definitely what I've been searching for so long already ...

Here are the links to the data ...

2006 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/34600Monthly%20Collection%20CY%202006.pdf)
2005 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/21634Collection%20Monthly%20Final%20(NSCB)%202005.pdf)
2004 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/18113Monthly%20CY%202004.pdf)
2003 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1862PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2003.pdf)
2002 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1880PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2002.pdf)
2001 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1955PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2001.pdf)

Revenue Collection of Iloilo (Guimaras's revenue collection is included since the province is under RDO of Iloilo City)

2001 - P2.026B
2002 - P2.229B
2003 - P2.263B
2004 - P2.579B
2005 - P2.770B
2006 - P2.996B

Announced target for 2007 is P3.0B for RDO 74 (which includes 1st-3rd district of Iloilo, Iloilo City and Guimaras Province), dunno what the target is for RDO 75 (4th and 5th district of Iloilo)

chymera00

April 18th, 2007, 04:43 AM

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 04:48 AM

found this nifty link on the FTP site of the BIR ...
it contains revenue collections of all regions/ provinces or revenue districts, its definitely what I've been searching for so long already ...

Here are the links to the data ...

2006 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/34600Monthly%20Collection%20CY%202006.pdf)
2005 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/21634Collection%20Monthly%20Final%20(NSCB)%202005.pdf)
2004 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/18113Monthly%20CY%202004.pdf)
2003 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1862PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2003.pdf)
2002 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1880PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2002.pdf)
2001 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1955PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2001.pdf)

Revenue Collection of Iloilo (Guimaras's revenue collection is included since the province is under RDO of Iloilo City)

2001 - P2.026B
2002 - P2.229B
2003 - P2.263B
2004 - P2.579B
2005 - P2.770B
2006 - P2.996B

Announced target for 2007 is P3.0B
I could not see the data properly. Is the revenue mentioned for the whole province of Iloilo including Iloilo City?

chymera00

April 18th, 2007, 04:57 AM

I could not see the data properly. Is the revenue mentioned for the whole province of Iloilo including Iloilo City?
yup. The data mentioned includes revenue of the Iloilo Province, Iloilo City, and Guimaras Province ...

Just added the 2 revenue district offices based in Iloilo which are RDO 74 based in Iloilo City (I.C + Guimaras + 1st-3rd district of Iloilo Province) and RDO 75 based in Barotac Nuevo (4th and 5th district of Iloilo)

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 05:00 AM

its funny how you quoted ours posts but never quoted the ONE post why these reactions are here, maybe youre trying to look good for your kasimanwa here, but im really not sure about it, its your own gameplan, so dont tell us to be mature because as it is, your post is even parially biased.

And I have every right to say to cease immaturity for the sake of urbanity and peaceful co-existence. Kaya ayokong gumawa ng gulo. Nakikiusap lang na tigilan na ang bangayan, yun lang po.

I got this, case closed. No sensationalizing of details because everything has been settled. :D

By the way, I forgot to quote that quotation. SSC Cebu and SSC Iloilo knows me personally so I'm clear of my conscience. :angel:

FINAL. Resolved and Case Closed

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 05:07 AM

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 05:09 AM

Will these two schools applying for universityhood look for bigger campuses within or outside the city of Iloilo?

Chy, is Ateneo de Iloilo starting to build buildings in their new campus in Diversion?

As far as what I've heard from my aunt, the Pison has already donated/sold land to the Ateneo. I think they have a vision to push thru universityhood in the future. But right now, they will be constructing a campus in Mandurriao.

kirby21

April 18th, 2007, 05:11 AM

yup. The data mentioned includes revenue of the Iloilo Province, Iloilo City, and Guimaras Province ...

Just added the 2 revenue district offices based in Iloilo which are RDO 74 based in Iloilo City (I.C + Guimaras + 1st-3rd district of Iloilo Province) and RDO 75 based in Barotac Nuevo (4th and 5th district of Iloilo)
will you be able to post the region's (all Western Visayas provinces) revenue here? I want to see how well our other neighbours fare as well. Sadly though, I really cannot download data in this computer. Sayang. Thanks.

wecky

April 18th, 2007, 08:08 AM

I missed so many things in our thread lately. Thanks for posting all new updates and articles for Iloilo.

Let me ask the old timers here:
Compare Iloilo in the 70's, 80's and the 90's to what is it today? How do you see the changes that are happening based on the news that you get.

I know I cannot compare the 40's and the 60's since they are the "dark days" of Iloilo. The Great Conflagration, Muelle Loney's riots, the Great Earthquake and the losing of the crown.

To Nong Wecky,
How did you saw Iloilo when you came back and compared to the previous decades? How as the economic environment or the city and the province itself? Is this something new or something that already happened before?

Thanks! :D
sorry for a delayed response @bernie.
Iloilo, a decade ago was just a sleepy town (as far as I can remember). Everything submits to languor. Life was indeed very slow that there's no such thing as rush with Ilonggos. Things changed lately though, when the city once again is back to life and where there's a spur of activities in almost all time. New businesses sprouted out and new buildings erected, which actually changed the face and skyline of the city. Nightlife is very apparent today. During 80's, SM in Delgado was the main shopping center of the city. Today, four or five big malls invaded the commercial district of the city. A big changed indeed from a decade's past. And mind you, it keeps on changing all the time in a way we never have predicted. :)

wecky

April 18th, 2007, 08:19 AM

8 universities going for 11 ... but I forecast that happening 3-10 years pa.

Applying for universityhood are:
West Visayas College of Science and Technology and Iloilo Doctor's College

and upcoming is
Ateneo de Iloilo, which is building its new campus in the diversion area ... though initially, it will not have tertiary level courses yet...
We're growing in all aspects of developments! Somehow, Iloilo maintains its status being the educational hub of southern philippines. We have eight universities in the city today, which stands as a good proof of our continuous strive for educational excellence. I hope to see these schools turned into an excellent universities in the future.

'comprehensive' planning have been made since the 1970s, just hope these plans are considered in actual implementation. Below is a map of the proposed circumferential road and the iloilo floodways project.

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o271/totopurz/iloilo%20river/iloilocircumferentialroad.jpg

the flyovers just sprouted with funds months before the election period. i don't see how the flyover in the UP intersection could help relieve traffic, as one will still get struck in heavy traffic going west before the Molo Plaza, near Doctor's Hospital to the south, going to USA (east) or the Diversion Rd. near SM City (north).

this flyover will just cover the oblation to oblivion.

the proposed circumferential road should have been prioritized with the jaro section integrated in the floodways construction to save on cost. With the circumferential road one can avoid the city proper area travelling Villa - mandurriao - jaro

We have very good plans gathering dusts in some shelves, kanugon
When are they planning to build these circumferential roads connecting all districts of the city?

I remembered that the City Planning Officer Peñalosa told CPU Alumni Channel host that it has been a plan since the mid 80's spurred by the Chinese merchants.

Even the floodway and the airport was spurred for already a decade and now being realized slowly but surely.

:okay:
With realisation comes a sense of confidence for Iloilo new economic plight.

wecky

April 18th, 2007, 08:25 AM

tani indi magmahal ang bayaran ko pagpuli ko. huwaaaaa, guba basi budget ko. tigkiriwi nga daan.

hi lang da ca tanan ah. hope you all enjoy the day. go go go go... naks daw ma cheerleading ba. anyways, see you all some other time.
just passing by. miss ko na ni ba. tek ker. lol.
@caloy, welcome back! I haven't heard from you for a long time. kabay pa hapit ka man diri sa aton thread from time to time. :)

found this nifty link on the FTP site of the BIR ...
it contains revenue collections of all regions/ provinces or revenue districts, its definitely what I've been searching for so long already ...

Here are the links to the data ...

2006 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/34600Monthly%20Collection%20CY%202006.pdf)
2005 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/21634Collection%20Monthly%20Final%20(NSCB)%202005.pdf)
2004 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/18113Monthly%20CY%202004.pdf)
2003 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1862PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2003.pdf)
2002 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1880PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2002.pdf)
2001 (ftp://ftp.bir.gov.ph/webadmin1/pdf/1955PDF_COLLBYREGION_cy2001.pdf)

Revenue Collection of Iloilo (Guimaras's revenue collection is included since the province is under RDO of Iloilo City)

2001 - P2.026B
2002 - P2.229B
2003 - P2.263B
2004 - P2.579B
2005 - P2.770B
2006 - P2.996B

Announced target for 2007 is P3.0B for RDO 74 (which includes 1st-3rd district of Iloilo, Iloilo City and Guimaras Province), dunno what the target is for RDO 75 (4th and 5th district of Iloilo)
nice findings @Chy. Thanks.
Btw, Explore Iloilo is doing great. Hapit-hapit lang ko didto sa imo forum ah. I hope to see all Ilonggo forumers here in SSC to join Explore Iloilo Forum as well.

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 09:03 AM

Spotted during Jobseaching at Jobstreet:

http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h291/berniemacksouthcentral/untitled-9.jpg

Notice something? Look closely (with a magnifying glass if applicable). :D

leii_tomo

April 18th, 2007, 11:40 AM

basi my teletech na sa iloilo...

regarding sa pagiging university ka wvcst, last year pa na nga issue, tiyo ko professor sa wvsct and siling nya gina process na daw ang pagiging university nila...hopefully this year....basi sa opening sang academic year 2007-2008...

Risk Taker

April 18th, 2007, 02:18 PM

Iloilo hosts biggest gathering of CPAs

Iloilo City is all set to roll the red carpet for over a thousand certified public accountants as they gather here for the 61st Annual National Convention of the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA).

Slated on May 23 to 26, 2007, this 4-day convention, organized and hosted by the PICPA Iloilo Chapter, has adopted the theme: Quest for Quality and Excellence.

The convention's various technical sessions in the fields of commerce and industry, education, public practice and government, will seek to address the most urgent and vital issues and concerns of the accountancy profession. On the other hand, the fellowship program aims to strengthen the bonds of unity and friendship among PICPA members.

Those attending this year's Iloilo convention can look forward to a jam-packed schedule. Aside from the technical sessions, the conference events include trade exhibits, business opportunities seminar, sports events in badminton, bowling and golf, annual planning conference, educators' forum, fellowship and awards night, and city tour.

PICPA Iloilo Chapter is headed by the following officers: President-Alberto Tuzan, Executive Vice President-Ramiro Galanto, VP for Professional Development-Crister Marie Vallejo, VP for membership-Elizabeth Cabanilla, and ably supported by the following working committee heads: Ronilo Dema-ala (Transportation and Communication), Editha de la Cruz (Program and Technical Session), Dionisio Villeta (Lights and Sounds), Cristine Joy Espina (Documentation), April Dream Teodosio (Reception), Sandra Bionat (Kits), Lyndon Cuadra (Streamers), Jose Cabalum (Evaluation), Nonito Baldeviso (Sports), Atty. Samson Averia (Motorcade and Fireworks), and Atty. Jobert Peñaflorida (Media and Publicity).

CPAs who are interested to join this year's PICPA convention may contact telefax no. (033)-336-5502 or email at picpa_iloilochapter@yahoo.com for more details.

source:TheNewsToday

Risk Taker

April 18th, 2007, 02:26 PM

OFW economic council formed to assist Ilonggos working abroad

Ilonggo overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) can now seek assistance from the Overseas Filipino Economic Council of Iloilo City, created to look after their concerns.

Created through City Ordinance Number 2005-111, the council is composed of representatives from various government agencies and chaired by Mayor Jerry Treñas and co-chaired by the chairman of the Committee on Labor and Employment, Manpower Development and Placement of the Sangguniang Panlungsod.

The council is mandated to look after the labor and employment concerns of OFWs who hail from Iloilo City.

Incumbent councilor Jed Patrick Mabilog, a proponent of the ordinance creating the council, said all the OFWs' concerns and problems may well be addressed and resolved by the local government units' active participation and coordination.

Mabilog said the Iloilo City Government recognizes the economic potential of OFWs, thus the creation of the said council, that will encourage and protect economic activities of Iloilo City OFWs and their families.

It is estimated that there are 10,000 OFWs who hail from Iloilo City.

With the council, it is expected that there will be proper documentation of Ilonggo OFWs and their families.

Also, through the council, returning OFWs will be provided with skills training and enterpreneurship to enhance employee capability and economic empowerment.

The council can also help returning OFWs identify viable business opportunities in the city and facilitate their linkage to investment opportunities.

source: TheNewsToday(PNA)

Risk Taker

April 18th, 2007, 02:33 PM

Apo Hiking Society to hold major concert in Iloilo

The Apo Hiking Society.
Danny Javier, Jim Paredes and Boboy Garrovillo.

The unbeatable Apo Hiking Society is set to entertain Ilonggos when they hold one of their major concerts here on June 2, 2007, Saturday at the Centennial Convention Center.

for the full version of the article please click: http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/apo.hiking.society.to.hold.major.concert.in.iloilo.html
(http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/apo.hiking.society.to.hold.major.concert.in.iloilo.html)

chymera00

April 18th, 2007, 02:45 PM

will you be able to post the region's (all Western Visayas provinces) revenue here? I want to see how well our other neighbours fare as well. Sadly though, I really cannot download data in this computer. Sayang. Thanks.
oh ok ... The document is in PDF form, so you might have to install Adobe Reader. Here's the screen caps (sorry for the quality):

2001

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2002

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2003

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2004

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2005

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2006

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chymera00

April 18th, 2007, 02:54 PM

Iloilo up to regain top titles in Aliwan Fiesta
By Maricar M. Calubiran

Traffic in the city's streets leading to Iloilo Freedom Grandstand will be closed Friday for the send off party for this year's Dinagyang Festival winners Tribu Ilonganon and Tribu Kahilwayan. The two tribes will represent Iloilo in the 2007 Aliwan Fiesta in Metro Manila.

Iloilo Dinagyang Foundation Inc. (IDFI) executive director Ben Jimena said there will be a mass in the morning at the San Jose de Placer church. Traffic will be closed by 3 p.m. as the two tribes will parade from the Iloilo Provincial Capitol until the Iloilo Freedom Grandstand.

Jimena urged the Ilonggos to watch the tribes and take a glimpse of the performance they will present in Manila. The two tribes will leave Iloilo on April 25, 2007 for the competition which is slated on April 26 to 28, 2007. Both,the Tribu Ilonganon and Tribu Kahilwayan will compete in the cultural dance competition.

Other than the cultural presentation, there will also be floral competition and Reyna ng Aliwan Beauty Contest. For the cultural dance parade, the prizes at stake are P1 million for the 1st prize, P500,000 for the 2nd prize, P250,000 for the prize. Seven runner ups will also receive a cash prize of P50,000 each.

For the float competition, 1st prize winner will receive P500,000; 2nd prize P250,000; 3rd prize P100,000. Fourth to 10th winners will receive P25,000 each. And for the Reyna ng Aliwan Beauty contest, the first prize winner will receive P50,000; 2nd prize P20,000 and P10,000 for the 3rd to 5th prize winners.

Jimena said, IDFI will shoulder all the expenses for the trip of the two tribes as they were not able to get financial support from the local government units (LGUs) due to the election banning period.

He, however, said that whatever funds used will be replenished later.

Jimena said, Tribu Ilonganon had committed that they will give P500,000 to the foundation should they win the first place in the cultural dance competition.

As of yesterday, the estimated expenditures for the trip amounted to P1.3 million.

http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/iloilo.up.to.regain.top.titles.in.aliwan.fiesta.html

Tribu Ilonganon, Kahilwayan all set for 2007 Aliwan fiesta

By Maricar M. Calubiran

The winning tribes in this year's Dinagyang competition are all set for the Aliwan Fiesta in Manila, with high hopes to regain the title grabbed by the Sinulog Festival of Cebu ( :poke: ) in last year's competition of festivals in the country.

Iloilo Dinagyang Foundation Inc. (IDFI) executive director Ben Jimena said Tribu Ilonganon of Jalandoni Memorial National High School and Tribu Kahilwayan of the Sta. Barbara National Comprehensive High School are all set for the big event.

Tribu Ilonganon is this year's grand champion for the Dinagyang Ati competition while Tribu Kahilwayan for the Kasadyahan festival.

The Dinagyang festival which is represented by Tribu Ilonganon and Kahilwayan festival will compete with 21 other festivals in the country. The organizing committee ruled that each province will only have two contingents.

Jimena said the grand champion will receive P1,000,000 cash prize, P500,000 for the second placer and P250,000 for the third placer. Winners in the 4th to 10th place will each receive P50,000.

The Ilonggo contingents have high hopes to bring home the crown again. In 2003, the Atub-Atub tribe of the Dinagyang festival got the grand champion.

The participating tribes in the cultural dance competition will be judged according to different criteria. The criteria for the dance are: theme/concept - 25 percent, performance - 20 percent, choreography - 20 percent, props - 15 percent, costume - 15 percent and dance consistency with five percent.

Tribu Ilonganon will depict on how the "primitive ati" will dress up for the modernization. The tribe performers will show skills on how to put their skirt, headband and vest. The choreographer made a twist from its last year's presentation.

On the other hand, Tribu Kahilwayan will stick on their Cry of Sta. Barbara portrayal with all the stunts they have shown in its previous presentations. The choreographer infused some dance in the depiction of the Cry of Sta. Barbara :nuts: .

The Aliwan Fiesta which will be held on April 26 to 28 is hosted by the Manila Broadcasting Company and Star City in partnership with the Cultural Center of the Philippines and cities of Manila and Pasay. The festival first started in 2003.

Other than the cultural dance competition, there will also be floral competition and Reyna ng Aliwan Beauty Contest. Dinagyang has already designed a float for the floral competition while Cara Jeanne Sullano will vie for the Reyna ng Aliwan Beauty Contest. She is the reigning Miss Dinagyang.

http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/tribu.ilonganon.kahilwayan.all.set.for.2007.aliwan.fiesta.html

Dinagyang all set to conquer Aliwan '07

ILOILO City tourism Officer Ben Jimena said Dinagyang is all set to conquer anew Aliwan 2007 with "larger than life" goals in the contests it will join, from April 26-28, in Metro manila.

Jimena said the tagline "Larger than Life" boosts Dinagyang's reputation as the only festival in Western Visayas that bears global imprints with the inclusion of the Millennium Development Goals in the tribe performances as recognized by the UN Conference.

Besides this recognition, Jimena said Dinagyang has earned the reputation as Best Practice in Local Governance and Best Tourism event in the Philippines.

Jimena also said the citations will make Iloilo as the "Next Big Thing" through the Dinagyang's aggressive and prestigious participation in this Aliwan '07.

Dinagyang will be joining four events, the Dance Contest, the Reyna Ng Aliwan, Float contest and the Aliwan Bazaar.

Tribu Ilonganon and Tribu Kahilwayan will be Dinagyang's entries in the Dance Parade Competition, which will begin at the Quirino Grandstand and end at the CCP Complex. The tribes will perform for five minutes each in two judging areas, wherein they will depict Filipino culture, tradition and values.

Tribe leaders for Ilonganon and Kahilwayan said they have already completed their choreography and sequence to fit the five-minute performance time, and have selected their number of performers which consist of 58 warriors, 18 lead dancers and 44 drumers.

At stake in the Dance Competition is 1,000,000 pesos for the first place, 500,000,second place, 250,000, third place and 50,000 for the seven runners up.

Dinagyang will also vie in the Float Competition with a float made of indigenous materials, mounted on it will be a big Ati warrior representing a group of the Ati aborigines as depicted in history that occupied Iloilo. At stake is half a million pesos for the grand prize.

To represent Dinagyang for the Reyna ng Aliwan Competition is this year's Miss Dinagayang, Ms. Cara Jeanne Sullano.

Dinagyang souvenir items, like Dagoy key chains, Ilonggo delicacies, T-shirts and others, will be exhibited for sale at the Aliwan Bazaar.

Ben Jimena told the media in a press conference that although winning the grand prizes is an overriding aim for Dinagyang, it is not necessarily the main objective.

"It is the promotion of Iloilo City on the whole that we are after," Ben Jimena said.

He added that Dinagyang has remarkable track record in the Aliwan festival since 2003 - Atub-Atub, first runner up, Ms. Dinagyang, 2nd runner up, Float, 2nd runner up; 2004 - Atub-Atub, champion, Float, honorable mention; 2005 - Silak, 2nd runner up; Float, honorable mention; and 2006 - Ilonganon, 1st runner up, Tultugan, honorable mention and Ms. Dinagyang, 2nd runner up. (Press release)

http://sunstar.com.ph/static/ilo/2007/04/18/news/dinagyang.all.set.to.conquer.aliwan.07.html

Dinagyang team needs P1.3M for Aliwan trip

Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-18

THE Iloilo Dinagyang Foundation Inc. (IDFI) will spend P1.3million in order to send the Iloilo contingent to participate and reap awards in the annual Aliwan Fiesta.

If victorious, the Dinagyang team will bring some P2million in cash prize, a good return on investment apart from earning national and international prestige.

The Aliwan Fiesta 2007, also dubbed as “festival of all festivals,” is expected to draw some 23 major festivals all over the country that will vie for the multi-million prize aside from the title as the “best festival in the country.”

City tourism chief and IDFI executive director Ben Jimena said they are scouting for sponsors that will support the Iloilo delegation.

Jimena said they already received sponsorships worth P25,000 each from the Iloilo Convention and Visitors Bureau (ICVB) and Robinsons Place-Iloilo and another P130,000 from the Department of Tourism (DOT).

Aliwan’s host Manila Broadcasting Co. (MBC) shelled out P80,000 for the meals and accommodation of the performers and the transportation while in Manila.

MBC also gave P30,000 for the float preparation.

“We hope to bring home the crown and reap awards as Dinagyang tribes are considered heavyweight contenders of Sinulog,” Jimena said, adding that Dinagyang has been an Aliwan favorite since 2003.

The cultural competition will kick off from Quirino Grandstand at 4pm of April 27 with the tribes showcasing a five-minute performance and execute street dancing through the 4-km road to Star City for another presentation.

Although they will compete with each other, Tribu Ilonganon, this year’s Dinagyang champ, and Sta. Barbara’s Kahilwayan, winner of the 2007 Kasadyahan competition, will attempt to outdo Aliwan’s reigning champ, the Sinulog of Cebu.

Miss Dinagyang 2007 Cara Jeanne Sullano will represent Iloilo to the Reyna ng Aliwan.

Iloilo will also field a giant float made of indigenous materials carrying a “big warrior” in full Dinagyang costume of the native Atis.

Aliwan prizes include P1milllion for the champion; P500,000 – first place; P250,000 – second place; and 50,000 each for seven runners up.

The festival’s best float will receive P500,000 while the second placer will get P250,000 and P100,000 for third placer. The seven runners up will be given P25,000 each.

The Reyna ng Aliwan will win P50,000 and P20,000 for first placer and P10,000 each for the three runners up.

http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2513

ferrersky

April 18th, 2007, 03:13 PM

@ Chy - Nice tables you got there for BIR revenue collections. It's clear and precise, I hope other agencies like the Bureau of Customs are able to make such detailed statistics as regards to their total revenue collections and expenditures.

@ Bern - I deduce that is the next big thing that's going to happen here in the city. Imagine, one mayorable mentioned that the capacity is... very big... If the whole center will be filled with employees, it's more or less like holding one huge convention here in the city. THAT big... I hope it could bring more jobs and that it would be reassured by PECO and PPC of high priority if brown-outs may occur.

@ Madame Pres - I hope she could come here soon... Isn't it nga ayo na ang 1st gent and wala pa siya kakadto sa China? Tani ma-inagurate na niya ang airport. But, IMHO, let's be realistic, ang isa ka indication nga siya mag-abot is kung ma-saot na ang local media which is usually the day before. Laban-laban, ma-announce na sing local stations ang pag-abot diri ni Gloria sa Iloilo. May news gid man nga amu sina halin sa aton nga mga local stations?

One more thing, I didn't see massive sweeping or cleaning that happened in the city this day. That is again one of the CONFIRMATORY TESTS nga makadto ang pres. kag ang press diri sa aton.

Let's keep that optimism in mind, not anxiety. Delikado sa aton lawas ang prolonged and persistent heightened anxiety levels. :lol:

daks2003

April 18th, 2007, 04:22 PM

^^
Spill it out. hehehe

oboi

April 18th, 2007, 04:27 PM

Spotted during Jobseaching at Jobstreet:

http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h291/berniemacksouthcentral/untitled-9.jpg

Notice something? Look closely (with a magnifying glass if applicable). :D

I hope this one will definitely push through. :)

death327

April 18th, 2007, 07:26 PM

April 01, 2007]

Contact centers building additional facilities, beefing up employee

(Business World (Philippines) Via Thomson Dialog NewsEdge) Cebu City - The local unit of TeleTech Holdings, Inc. plans to open two to three more customer management centers by the third quarter of this year even as existing sites intensify efforts to find additional personnel.

Scott Sim, TeleTech executive director, said construction of the new sites in Iloilo City in Panay and in Bacoor, Cavite, is ongoing.

Another facility is being planned in Novaliches.

He said the firm wants to be able to open all three facilities by the third quarter of this year, but the Iloilo and Bacoor sites will probably be opened ahead of the Novaliches facility.

The three new sites would have a total of 2,500 seats. The planned Iloilo facility, to be the fourth in the Visayas, would initially have 650 seats. Other TeleTech facilities in the Visayas are in Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental with about 650 people, Bacolod City in Negros Occidental with about 1,300 people and Mandaue City in Cebu with about 500 people.

.... more about the article check this: http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/2007/04/01/2457079.htm

daks2003

April 18th, 2007, 07:46 PM

^^ ^^
Thanks sa update soul hehehe ti berns...care to elaborate more?? hayag na ni ho hehehe

spacewagon1

April 18th, 2007, 09:12 PM

Very nice tables, Chy. At least we know how we fare in the region and hopefully make plans to augment it. Btw, all those articles are very inspiring. More, more, more pa gid tani.

spacewagon1

April 18th, 2007, 09:18 PM

Economic council to help
Ilonggos working abroad

ILOILO City - Ilonggo overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) can now seek assistance from the Overseas Filipino Economic Council of Iloilo City, created to look after their concerns.

Created through City Ordinance Number 2005-111, the council is composed of representatives from various government agencies and chaired by Mayor Jerry Treñas and co-chaired by the chairman of the Committee on Labor and Employment, Manpower Development and Placement of the Sangguniang Panlungsod.

The council is mandated to look after the labor and employment concerns of OFWs who hail from Iloilo City.

Incumbent councilor Jed Patrick Mabilog, a proponent of the ordinance creating the council, said all the OFWs' concerns and problems may well be addressed and resolved by the local government units' active participation and coordination.

The Iloilo City Government recognizes the economic potential of OFWs, thus the creation of the said council, that will encourage and protect economic activities of Iloilo City OFWs and their families.

It is estimated that there are 10,000 OFWs who hail from Iloilo City.

With the council, it is expected that there will be proper documentation of Ilonggo OFWs and their families.

Also, through the council, returning OFWs will be provided with skills training and enterpreneurship to enhance employee capability and economic empowerment.

The council can also help returning OFWs identify viable business opportunities in the city and facilitate their linkage to investment opportunities.

source: Panay News (http://www.panaynews.com.ph/news6.htm)

^^ ^^ ten thousand for Iloilo City alone? Wow! But the number looks really small though. Any data for the whole province?

spacewagon1

April 18th, 2007, 09:23 PM

More than 4,000 students
employed in summer jobs

ILOILO City -- More than 4,000 students have availed themselves of the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES) being offered by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for the summer months.

Nelia Mabilog, DOLE Senior Labor and Employment Officer, said SPES is provided for under Republic Act 7323 to help students earn for their tuition.

SPES started last April 2 and will end on June 7.

The program has provided summer jobs to 2,196 students in Panay Island and 2,196 in Negros Occidental, who are now working with their respective local government units (LGUs) and the private groups which forged partnership with the DOLE.

Under SPEs, a student receives P222 daily salary, 40 percent of which comes from the DOLE fund and 60 percent from the employers.

The DOLE Regional Office 6 budget for SPES is P11 million.

Mabilog said since its implementation in 1993, SPES has been effective in helping students needing employment to pay their tuition.

source: Panay News (http://www.panaynews.com.ph/news4.htm)

spacewagon1

April 18th, 2007, 09:33 PM

habagatcentral1

April 18th, 2007, 11:06 PM

^^ ^^
Thanks sa update soul hehehe ti berns...care to elaborate more?? hayag na ni ho hehehe

April 01, 2007]

Contact centers building additional facilities, beefing up employee

(Business World (Philippines) Via Thomson Dialog NewsEdge) Cebu City - The local unit of TeleTech Holdings, Inc. plans to open two to three more customer management centers by the third quarter of this year even as existing sites intensify efforts to find additional personnel.

Scott Sim, TeleTech executive director, said construction of the new sites in Iloilo City in Panay and in Bacoor, Cavite, is ongoing.

Another facility is being planned in Novaliches.

He said the firm wants to be able to open all three facilities by the third quarter of this year, but the Iloilo and Bacoor sites will probably be opened ahead of the Novaliches facility.

The three new sites would have a total of 2,500 seats. The planned Iloilo facility, to be the fourth in the Visayas, would initially have 650 seats. Other TeleTech facilities in the Visayas are in Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental with about 650 people, Bacolod City in Negros Occidental with about 1,300 people and Mandaue City in Cebu with about 500 people.

.... more about the article check this: http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/2007/04/01/2457079.htm

Ti, told you it will be out sooner. :D
The location....still a secret! :D

death327

April 18th, 2007, 11:47 PM

Ti, told you it will be out sooner. :D
The location....still a secret! :D

Usually ang teletech ay sa loob ng Robinsons Mall.

spacewagon1

April 19th, 2007, 01:27 AM

Iloilo, a tropical playground
By Bombette G. Marin
Photos by Ramon Ramirez

http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/iloilo.beach1.jpg
Antonia Beach in Isla de Gigantes, Carles

Summer entails all the fun and adventure people want most. And for one who dreams of getting away and finding a tropical hideaway far removed from all the hustle and bustle of modern life, beachcombing is a treat.

Tourism is a key aspect in Iloilo's economic life especially along the northern and southern parts of the province. The towns are well-connected to the rest by land and is linked to all key destinations by an extensive highway system, mostly moving by a wide range of jeepneys and buses, providing direct service from the city. We have popular seaside resorts noted for its beautiful beach and is a popular destination among local vacationers. Ours have some rare combination of quality, choices and amenities, endowed with tranquil natural beauty and a gentle, laid-back soul that offers endless vista of glorious turquoise water, each retaining a character all its own.

http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/iloilo.beach2.jpg
Bolobadiangan Beach in Concepcion

From the exquisite chain of beaches in the north to the lesser-known beaches in Iloilo, here are some of the best of the rest of Iloilo.

Dotted at times with corals, beaches in the towns of Concepcion and Carles are veritable paradise. Coral or limestone produces white sand, and quartz usually produces yellowish sand like theirs and has Iloilo's most enchanting, flocked by local and foreign tourists alike because of its beautiful blue-green water and magnificent chain of resorts. Considered as major recreational beaches, some are barrier-type that are formed when the action of waves and currents is not strong enough to wash sand fully to the shore. The sand is instead deposited in the water near the shore, forming a sandbar like the ones of BANTIGUE in Isla de Gigantes, Carles; and BOLOBADIANGAN in Concepcion that have piles of sand high enough that it rises above water level, forming a barrier-like beach.

http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/iloilo.beach3.jpg
Bugtong Bato in San Joaquin

If you thrill to the thought of observing nature in its purest and undisturbed state, then the beaches of AGHO and TAMBALIZA in Concepcion; ANTONIA, Isla de Gigantes, DACONG BAYBAY, BALBAGON and SICOGON in Carles; and NASIDMAN and MARBUENA in Ajuy will be your very own wonderland. A mountainous topography is displayed by the peaks that rise behind its waters, making it one of the most photographed beaches in Iloilo due to its extraordinary beauty.

Recently, our beaches have become known as popular areas to engage in extreme water sports such as speedboat racing and wind surfing at the ANHAWAN LEISURE CAMP and day-sailing, kayaking and sunset cruise by the Iloilo Sailing Club in Oton; and scuba-diving through the LSDC DIVE CAMP in San Joaquin. These resorts also offer a secluded atmosphere for sunbathing.

http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/iloilo.beach4.jpg
Tambaliza Beach in Concepcion

Leave your mark by creating footprints in the sandy beaches of VILLARICA in Oton; SOL Y MAR and COCO GROVE in Tigbauan; BANTAYAN, SHAMROCK, SUNRISE and SAN ROQUE in Guimbal; and LORENZVILLE in Miag-ao, where waves at this beaches are usually most gentle in the summer. Revel in the warmth of the sun and discover new shades of turquoise as you fill at the ever-shimmering waters of TOBOG, BOGTONG-BATO and BASANG BASA in San Joaquin. Beaches and restaurants line the main waterfront area and have helped generate a large tourist industry in Iloilo.

Our beaches are worth exploring. It is a perfect place to kick back for a few days as you travel through the different towns in the province this summer. Laid-back and friendly beach town with simple accommodation and everyone made very welcome.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/iloilo.a.tropical.playground.html)

habagatcentral1

April 19th, 2007, 01:32 AM

Usually ang teletech ay sa loob ng Robinsons Mall.

Basta. Its a corporate secret. :D

spacewagon1

April 19th, 2007, 01:34 AM

Iloilo milk feeding program wins award

Iloilo's milk feeding program dubbed as Batang Ilonggo, Palangga (BIP) Ka is one of the five Most Outstanding Project in Health and Nutrition given by Nestle Philippines because of its great benefit among preschool children.

Iloilo Provincial Planning and Development Officer Mario Nillos received the award on behalf of the province at the Intercontinental Hotel last April 13. He said that this project has been launched by the provincial government headed by Gov. Niel D. Tupas, Sr. to address the malnutrition problem among preschoolers.

It could be noted that malnutrition in the province has been identified as one of the causes why preschool children drop out from school because of their hunger and lack of concentration.

Because of this, the provincial government came up with a supplemental milk-feeding project in tie up with the National Dairy Authority and local government units (LGUs) that give counterpart fund.

The provincial government for the past three years already has been appropriating P800,000 annually to subsidize the milk-feeding project.

The LGUs project beneficiaries that number 32 of the 42 municipalities and 1 component city of Passi also gave their counterpart.

Nillos said that the fresh milk being fed every morning for six months to preschool children is being provided by the Federation of Dairy Cooperatives existing in the province due to the establishment of the dairy zone in the first and second districts of Iloilo particularly in the towns of Miag-ao, Igbaras, Oton, Tigbauan and Leon.

Because of the dairy zone, farmers are now encouraged to raise cows from New Zealand being provided by the NDA for milking. There is also now a dairy processing plant put in the town of Tigbauan that pasteurize and bottles the cow's milk.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/18/iloilo.milk.feeding.program.wins.award.html)

caloy

April 19th, 2007, 02:13 AM

anganda ng concepcion. nice place to settle down. hmmm... how i wish of its unspoilt beauty to remain that way.

whyte

April 19th, 2007, 03:09 AM

:wave:
nice to know another call center is expanding in Iloilo.

kirby21

April 19th, 2007, 03:27 AM

European shippers grant maritime scholarships
Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-19

AT LEAST 36 European shipping lines want to grant scholarships to deserving students who will enroll at John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University (JBLFMU) campuses in Molo and Arevalo, Iloilo City starting June.

This was revealed by Manny Villa Jr., chair of the Iloilo Paraw Regatta Foundation (IPRF) yesterday.

IPRF has tied up with JBLFMU for a scholarship program to benefit the poor but deserving children of local seafarers who are long-time participants to the annual Paraw Regatta, a colorful sailboat race between the strait of Iloilo City and Guimaras.

Villa said they have invited Norwegian Ambassador to the Philippines Stale Torstein Risa who promised to bring with him a delegation composed of presidents of big shipping companies in Europe to witness the Paraw Regatta next year.

IPRF scholarship committee is chaired by Dr. Marylou Arcelo, JBLFMU president.

“More than three dozens of European companies operating big tankers and cruise ships are interested to provide full scholarships to qualified applicants who may become their personnel after graduation,” Villa said.

Villa said the qualified applicants may take up nautical and marine courses and cruise ship management.

He added that the Norwegian Ship-owners Association (NSA) and Stolt Nielsen have both pledged 75 slots each for full scholarships with free board and lodging.

Villa said other companies that will offer scholarship grants are Filstar Maritime Corp., Vega Manila, K-line, PCM, Bouvet Shipping, Cosmo Sealand, JO Tankers and ODJFELL.

Villa said they initially envisioned the scholarship program for children of paraw participants but the demand of European shippers is so big, reason why they have to scout for qualified applicants all over the country to fill up some 1,000 slots.

The applicants for maritime courses Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation (BSMT) and Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering (BSMarE) and Cruise Ship Management (CSM) should have a good scholastic record or an average of 85 percent upon graduating in high school and of good moral character.

The age limit is 16-21 years old and minimum height requirement of 5’2” for both male and female.

The applicants should also be physically, mentally and emotionally fit; with good eyesight with normal color perception passing the ISHIHARA Test for color blindness; and negative for Hepa-B medical check.

Villa said the IPRF will shoulder the P3,000 enrollment fees of at least 100 qualified applicants, which will be refunded to IPRF by the shipping companies that will provide the full the scholarships.

Department of Tourism (DOT-6) regional director Edwin Trompeta said the scholarships are “one of the best things a festival like Paraw Regatta has achieved.”

“The Paraw Regatta has brought out the relevance to be a catalyst for more benefits to the Ilonggos. The scholarships will be of great help…” said Trompeta.

from: The Guardian Iloilo
link: http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2525

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^^ this is an excellent news for all Ilonggos. Now, Paraw Regatta Festival is achieving what it supposed to be for Ilonggo people. In due time, Paraw Regatta will also compete heads on with Dinagyang considering that more and more foreginers especially Europeans are supporting Paraw Regatta Festival. If Dinagyang is for United Nations, then Paraw Regatta is for European Shipping Companies. Paspas John B. ! :banana: :banana:

kirby21

April 19th, 2007, 03:30 AM

Cloud seeding ops start next week
Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-19

Rains are expected to fall on areas hit by dry spell brought about by the summer season with the start of the cloud seeding operations next week.

Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas flew to Manila Tuesday to ask Department of Agriculture (DA) Undersecretary Jess Paras to conduct cloud seeding in the mountains of Maasin to hasten rainfall.

The mayor sought the DA’s help in bringing rain to the Maasin watershed because of the low water supply confronting the city and nearby towns.

The Maasin watershed is the main source of potable water supplied by the Metro Iloilo Water District (MIWD) to its franchise area covering Iloilo City and the towns of Maasin, Cabatuan, Sta. Barbara, Oton, San Miguel, and Leganes.

DA regional executive director Larry Nacionales earlier asked the DA central office to conduct cloud seeding in Iloilo because corn and sugarcane plantations are withering because of the dry spell.

Treñas said the DA sent a team to Iloilo 4pm yesterday to assess the damage caused by the drought on the agriculture sector.

“The DA team will immediately submit their recommendation to Manila today. The President already approved the cloud seeding subject to verification of DA. We expect the cloud seeding early next week,” Treñas told reporters.

“Although we have no data yet on the extent of damage to agricultural crops caused by drought, the effect to Iloilo City is water shortage because of lack of rain in the watershed area,” explained Treñas.

He said the MIWD also plans to finance cloud seeding operations to “reenergize” the watershed.

Quoting Presidential Adviser for Western Visayas Lito Coscolluela, Treñas said cloud seeding cost some P20,000 for aircraft fuel alone.

A single operation can last for three hours in order to disperse 16 sacks of rock salt on heavy clouds.

Negros Occidental has been implementing cloud seeding recently to alleviate the impact of the summer season.

Cloud seeding involves dispersing huge volume of ordinary salt by an aircraft into heavy clouds to hasten the build up of precipitate, resulting in artificial rains.

from: The Gurdian Iloilo
link: http://www.theguardianiloilo.ph/localnews0.php?id=2526

kirby21

April 19th, 2007, 03:51 AM

oh ok ... The document is in PDF form, so you might have to install Adobe Reader. Here's the screen caps (sorry for the quality):

Thank you very much, Chy. I'm using the hospital computer last night so I wasn't able to download those data. But thanks anyway for re-posting them here. Although Iloilo came first in WV region's income, there's still a BIG need to improve and increase our capacity. Iloilo has only two cities with no apparent first and second-class towns at present. This thing we should start working with at present. It's a very achievable plan by 2010 to at least have 2-3 first class income towns inorder to augment Iloilo's revenue. Towns of Sta. Barbara, Pavia, Oton, Pototan, Dumangas and Estancia are few of high earning towns that Iloilo needs to develop. The six-member towns of Metro Iloilo should start to consider "open business" policy and try to lure more investors to invest in their place. Iloilo City alone makes up more than a half of Iloilo's income and that we need to address it as well. With the present development of new subdivisions outside the city area and other business relocating outside the metro-centre, Iloilo will soon improve revenue collections, etc. Reiterately, thanks for the info. Ilonggo economists should start studying this data to help improve Iloilo economy. Ta.

OFW economic council formed to assist Ilonggos working abroad

Ilonggo overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) can now seek assistance from the Overseas Filipino Economic Council of Iloilo City, created to look after their concerns.

source: TheNewsToday(PNA)
Iloilo needs to tap Ilonggo OFWs abroad should they need to augment economy of the city and the province. Like Spacewagon's said, 10,000 OFWs are very small in number for Iloilo City's OFWs. I wonder if they'll consider the OFWs in the whole Iloilo Province. Btw, is this 10,000 OFWs include those who became naturalised citizen of other countries? Well, I don't think so. Anyhow, this is a good move already and continuously giving better hope for Ilongg OFWs here abroad for better assistance when they want to invest in Iloilo.

Iloilo hosts biggest gathering of CPAs

Iloilo City is all set to roll the red carpet for over a thousand certified public accountants as they gather here for the 61st Annual National Convention of the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA).

Slated on May 23 to 26, 2007, this 4-day convention, organized and hosted by the PICPA Iloilo Chapter, has adopted the theme: Quest for Quality and Excellence.

source:TheNewsToday
Another national convention to be hosted by Iloilo. This time, it's for Accountants. It is very impressive that more and more national conventions are being held in our city, making it a good convention destination of the country today. Do we have a list of national conventions, conferences, etc to be held in Iloilo City this year?

kirby21

April 19th, 2007, 04:13 AM

Very nice tables, Chy. At least we know how we fare in the region and hopefully make plans to augment it. Btw, all those articles are very inspiring. More, more, more pa gid tani.
That's right, Space. We have so much to do guid kung tan-awon mo lang. The main problem sa aton sa Iloilo is too much centralisation sang tanan nga businesses sa ciudad. We really need to move fast. Although Iloilo has two cities only yet we are able to come up with better revenue. But this is not the case alone. Kinahanglan guid naton nga i-improve ang aton countryside. Let's empowered more towns and encourage them to promote inorder to attract investors and businessmen to their place. Amo guid ini ang kinahanglan naton. The move of Iloilo Airport in Sta Barbara from Iloilo City is just an initial drive to spread investment across central towns of the province. Other things aside from development of MIG members, Iloilo should start developing its only component city, Passi City. Gamay pa lang ang investors sa Passi. More than anything else, it's the capitol ang mahulag guid iya nga dako sa bagay nga ini. Also, tourism needs to be boosted sa aton agenda for improvement. This will not only lure tourists to visit Iloilo but will create jobs pa sa mga Ilonggos. These data are very pertinent for a study kapin pa sa city hall and capitol. Kung ma-improve ta ini, then we can say we are starting to become a competitive province.

my curiousity's up once again. Ano ini ayhan ang dako nga project or program nga matabo sa Iloilo? Might as well give us a hing what this is all about.

How I wish WVCST will become a university soon.
What about this Teletech in Iloilo? What's the biggest call center in Iloilo in terms of seating capacity right now?
damo lang nabal-an si Bernie. Right now, it's e-PLDT Ventus ang pinakadako sa Iloilo with almost a thousand seats siguro. There's two more call centers aside from e-Ventus, ang Callbox and the other one (nalipat na ko sang pangalan).

WVCST becoming a university? That's good and high-time na guid man siguro. Mas mangin maayo pa guid ini siya kung makuha na niya ang university status niya. Just look at the John B Lacson Maritime University right now. Kadasig sang ila improvement. They're actually able to convince European shippers to sponsor scholars but most of all, push tourism potential of Paraw Regatta Festival. Kadako guid sang nabulig nila sa Iloilo. If all universities sa aton maghulag and help with the promotion, dako guid tuod ang mabulig niya sini sa Iloilo kag sa mga Ilonggos.

Ti, told you it will be out sooner. :D
The location....still a secret! :D
Then, it's Teletech you are talking about or may ara pa nga iban?

totopurz

April 19th, 2007, 04:20 AM

whyte

April 19th, 2007, 04:24 AM

^^ yup.the history of the Ilonggo people is not part of the basic "teachings" in elementary, hs or even college.

kirby21

April 19th, 2007, 06:23 AM

A Walk to Remember
Photos by Romeo “Toby” Pagulayan, Jr. - PALI

http://www.iloilo.gov.ph/images/stories/ian_pics/mari-it%20wildlife%20conservation%20park,%20wvsu-caf,%20lambunao.jpg
Mari-it Wildlife Conservation, WVSU-CAF, Lambunao

Iloilo has a rich and unique; sundry and dramatic landscape. With its 43 towns bounded by a long coastline in the northern and southern portion; chains of tall mountains in the southwestern and areas descending in a series of abrupt steps; with a significant forest lying along the central and patches of protected areas; and a high quality wilderness with high levels of protection within our extensive and diverse reserve system, Iloilo offers hope for the future of our remarkable natural heritage.

With a range of environment accessible from major roads, whether on a long day’s outing or a short wander; a gentle stroll, a physical challenge or mountain vista, Iloilo has plenty for you.

With the concept of human appreciation of nature’s beauty and the strong Christian spirit of its people, the AGONY HILL in Alimodian emerged as a destination popular especially during the season of lent. It is a rolling slope towering above the picturesque poblacion of the town and used to be long isolated by its steep ascent with slopes thinly covered with trees. It is now a pilgrimage site with its 14 stations of the cross built and situated within the place. The trek isn’t particularly taxing. With not much shade around the area, the view around however is breathtakingly beautiful.

Very accessible especially for visiting tourists is the WVSU WILDLIFE CONSERVATION PARK located at the West Visayas State University College of Agriculture and Forestry in Barangay Jayubo, Lambunao. It is a rescue and captive breeding center that houses exotic birds like Dolongan and Tarictic Hornbill. It is also home for White-spotted Deer, Warty Pigs and Racquet-tail Parrots or Dangag. Concerned individuals in the area helps in restoring and maintaining a healthy ecosystem and hope to give the park’s native species the respite and protection they need to survive. It is also a picturesque destination that boasts of three prominent waterfalls namely: Inas, Montillano and Aguas amidst majestic trees and flora endemic to the area.

The BULABOG PUTI-AN in Dingle can be enjoyed as a day visit to the area since one does not have to go on extensive trail blazing. Combining trekking and cave exploration, the trip offers a rare opportunity to get close to one of Iloilo’s rarest limestone rock formation in Panay excluding Guimaras. It is situated in an area of rich biodiversity with caves that create a rare natural situation for its fragile environment. This old growth forest is also a perfect laboratory for the study of flora and fauna. Protected areas such as this is especially important for preserving the most biologically distinctive ecological park in the province—that is, those with exceptionally high species diversity with many species endemic to that area.

Considered to be one of the more popular scenic attractions in the province are the Tabionan pine trees of BUCARI in Leon. Poised to be a chief mountain resort and tagged as the summer capital of the province, the place can be enjoyed as part of a day or an overnight visit. It has spacious green areas perfect for picnic and a camp facility nestling amongst its densely forested pine trees, reminding one of Baguio. It is filled with views of parallel mountain chains whereas the altitude increases, vegetation changes from forest to pine patches of cool temperature. The area provides a great variety of wildlife especially flowers. It has a fertile agricultural area.

A unique experience to commune with nature is a trek to the MAASIN WATERSHED. Take an easy to moderate trek along its reasonable terrain with canopies of bamboo and mature trees that gives a refreshing alternative from the usual humdrum life in the city.

http://www.iloilo.gov.ph/images/stories/ian_pics/dapay%20or%20hawk.jpg
Dapay or Hawk

One of the more remote corners of Barotac Viejo, NAGPANA is a relatively accessible destination. The walk is not hard and there are great views of northern ranges, backed by thin forest and great stretches of thin, rolling grasslands, luxuriant vegetation and the refreshing, streaming cool waters of its falls.

http://www.iloilo.gov.ph/images/stories/ian_pics/endless%20hills%20of%20alimodian.jpg
Endless Hills of Alimodian

A more adventurous trek will take one to IGCABUGAO CAVE, 14 kilometers away from the town proper of Igbaras. It is a downhill walk on a rocky track. Along your way to the cave are tremendous rock formations where one can relax in the cool and clear waters of Igbolo Creek. The chambers inside the cave are eerie and immense. Lantern-equipped guides will take one to a pool of clear but extremely cold water.

The beauty of Iloilo is that there is no shortage of adventure. It has many appealing destinations of undulating sceneries---unspoiled, quiet and a great break from the city. Explore Iloilo…truly a memorable place.

from: Province of Iloilo Official Website
link: http://www.iloilo.gov.ph/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=351&Itemid=190

kirby21

April 19th, 2007, 06:27 AM

^^ How's the province promoting these natural places of interest? Is there anyway Iloilo province offers a good tour packageto see some of the best natual places in Iloilo?

I have observed recently that the provincial government is trying their best to introduce tourism as Iloilo's lifeblood foreconomic growth. Impressive features can be found in Province of Iloilo Official Website. Please try to visitthe site and see what we can do to help promote the province of Iloilo.

whyte

April 19th, 2007, 06:45 AM

hopefully both the city and provincial governments will have to tap the media for their tourism projects.bisan local media lang lang anay pero nami gid kung national media na.

one sunday in the last few weeks, the inquirer featured on front page an Iloilo cave.forgot which and where pero Iloilo ang nakabutang sa caption.

kirby21

April 19th, 2007, 06:55 AM

whyte

April 19th, 2007, 07:26 AM

Slowly the media is taking this move into consideration. More and more articles for/in Iloilo's promotion are coming out lately. I believe, Iloilo media will play a very pivotal role in helping the city and provincial government when it comes to tourism and promotion.

Bern or Chy: Any idea sang mga activities sang provincial government sang Iloilo to raise our tourism and lure more tourists to visit Iloilo?

yup. been noticing that lately.
i really want to commend these local dailies for featuring the tourism possibilities of Iloilo.hopefully the braodcast media can do the same.i mean how about inserting a 5minute feature on their newscasts

totopurz

April 19th, 2007, 07:49 AM

April 21. trekking, assembly time 7 am at the maasin plaza. Ride to Brgy. Bolo - Kapawa - DENR field office then trek down to brgy. Daja (dam site).

April 26-28, Youth Summer Camp supported by the US-Aid Biofuels Program, Ford Philippines, Iloilo City Government, Green Forum - Western Visayas, and CPU.

May 2, Maasin Watershed Forum

May 6, adopt-a-site agroforestry project monitoring in brgy. bagsakan, alimodian and brgy. sambag, maasin

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whyte

April 19th, 2007, 08:59 AM

:wave:
the 1st and only time ive been to the maasin watershed was during our ROTC tree planting days.we trekked along along stream towards the mountainside

spacewagon1

April 19th, 2007, 09:30 AM

Pilgrimage for Peace to start April 23

Preparations are underway for the 2007 Pilgrimage for Peace covering Panay-Guimaras-Negros Islands on April 23-27 and April 30 - May 3, 2007.

As the name implies, the Pilgrimage will center on the word PEACE. For the organizers this means PRAYERS for peaceful election; EDUCATION towards responsible exercise of the right to suffrage; ADVOCACY for clean and honest election; establish/strengthen COOPERATION among individuals, groups, organizations and institutions that seek and advocate for peace; and ENDEAVOR towards the development of the culture of peace and understanding.

The Regional Pilgrimage is spearheaded by Central Philippine University in partnership with the Convention Baptist Ministers Association, Iloilo Coalition of NGOs and POs (ICON) and the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches. Leading the University's team are the University Outreach Center and Chaplain's Office with the support of the CPU Republic, National Service Training Program, Office for Student Affairs and External Affairs Office,

The two-week pilgrimage will have a short stop in every town for distribution of voter's education materials and prayer for peace. A Voters' Forum and Peace Rally will be conducted on two strategic locations in every island which will culminate with a Peace Rally on May 5,2007, 4:30 pm at New Provincial Capitol Ground, Iloilo City. Highlighting the event is the symbolic signing of commitment for peace among individual candidates, political party and party list representatives, and other groups and organizations.

In Panay Island, the pilgrimage participants will converge in front of the University Church on April 23 , 7:00 am. Enroute North Iloilo towards Capiz, the first major stopover will be at the Filamer Christian College, Roxas City for a Voters' Forum. Traversing the province of Aklan towards Antique, the next major stop will be in San Jose, Antique for an Ecumenical Peace Rally. In Guimaras, the activity will start at Jordan while in Negros, the route will commence in Bacolod City moving north with stop over in San Carlos. From there, participants will take the Canlaon route towards La Castellana and moving south of Negros.

Pilgrimage for Peace is a response of local Christians to the universal call for peace. It will be recalled that in May 2004, the first Pilgrimage of Peace-Panay wide was started by Central Philippine University, Convention Baptist Ministers Association, Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches, and the Iloilo Coalition of NGOs and POs (ICON) National Council of Churches in the Philippines and, and other individuals, groups and organizations. For the May 2007 Election, the movement will reach out to Guimaras and Negros with broader participation of individuals, groups and organizations. As of press time, the following organizations have already signified to join, namely: Creative Community Foundation, Share An Opportunity, Christian Ministerial Fellowship, Filamer Christian College, Lifeline, Convention Baptist Youth Fellowship of the Philippines, National Council of Churches in the Philippines, Evangelical Ministers Foundation of Iloilo City.

Interested parties may contact Rev. Edwin I. Lariza at the University Outreach Center, CPU at 3291971 local 2142 or 09198757724. University Chaplain's Office or the office of the CPU-Republic.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/19/pilgrimage.for.peace.to.start.april.23.html)

spacewagon1

April 19th, 2007, 09:36 AM

The impressions of Pierre Patricio

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Pierre Patricio

Pierre Patricio took an interest in art at the age of five. His teachers discovered his talent during the secondary grade where he won an art contest. Although his parents recognized his talent, he was sent to the Maritime Academy here where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Transportation. He more or less learned his style and techniques the autodidactic way, meaning, he self-studied.

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"Mother and Child"

In 1998, he migrated to Greece with his wife where he studied figurative drawing under Professor Lou Stathiou at the American Hellenic Union in Athens and took full time in art since 1994. In 1998, he moved with his family in Germany where he was deeply influenced by its people, landscapes, art and culture.

After that, he decided to come home to Iloilo because he wanted his children to receive a Filipino education.

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"Jeepney"

He has joined 35 exhibits here and abroad. Last April 11, he held a one-man exhibit entitled "Impressions" at the Galleri Graphitto of Robinsons Place Iloilo. This featured his recent works and most of them are impressions of Iloilo and its people. Also included are his impressions from his travels.

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"Ilongga"

Based from observation, Patricio made use of mixed media, which he said, is his style eversince. "I always use texture to create an almost 3D effect," he said.

He also makes use of bright colors. "I want my colors to be happy. Upon seeing my work, one will see light and life."

The exhibit will run until April 26.

source: The News Today (http://www.thenewstoday.info/2007/04/19/the.impressions.of.pierre.patricio.html)

habagatcentral1

April 19th, 2007, 09:42 AM

Cloud seeding ops start next week

Jeehan V. Fernandez
2007-04-19

Rains are expected to fall on areas hit by dry spell brought about by the summer season with the start of the cloud seeding operations next week.

Iloilo City belongs to the ranks of the 9 critical Philippine cities as according to NWRB due to water crisis along with Metro Manila and Metro Cebu. Maasin watershed should've been expanded or somewhat we have to find a way to store more safe water for the constituents not only of the MIWD consumers but local water districts as well.

Then, it's Teletech you are talking about or may ara pa nga iban?

Teletech has already revealed its plans. But the question of where will it be placed in Iloilo is a corporate secret. :D Damu drama pa paagyan sang Iloilo para makakuha sa isa ka investor kay tungod gani sa kuryente.

No, this is not taugth in school. I became interested in this when late 1980s a graduate student (UCLA) researched on the philippine labor movement's golden years and nobody not even the KMU knew about the Federacion Obreras Filipinas.

That's how i got hold of McCoy's research material, typewritten double spaced material.

^^ yup.the history of the Ilonggo people is not part of the basic "teachings" in elementary, hs or even college.

The tragic thing about Philippine history in elementary and high school in VisMinda and even in Luzon (outside GMA and Tagalog regions) is that Philippines is Manila and Manila is the Philippines scenario. The mindset that the reflection of the entire archipelago is concentrated in the Tagalog area has ignored the local scene of history.

Like say for example, we all know about the Katipunan but does an ordinary Ilonggo student know about Delgado and that Iloilo was the last capital of the Spanish empire in Asia? Basi ang bal-an nila nga Delgado ay ang dalan kag indi si General Martin dason nahilway na kita sa mga Katsila sang Hunyo 12, 1898 samtang nag-surrender lang ang ulihi nga Gobernador General sa Plaza Libertad sang Deciembre 25, 1898....6 months after Aguinaldo declared Independence from Spain.