Santiago, Cauayan, and Ilagan Cities, and Isabela Province

[kaelthas18]

This thread shall tackle all the scenic sites, tourist spots, events, historical architecture, and as well as present progress of the cities and towns in our beloved province "ISaBela"..

All forum members are welcome to this thread.. photos can also be post here "note: pls compress th pictures to web pictures sa microsoft picture manager b4 uploading here para mabilis mag-load ang page..., tnx"...

[flymordecai]

My mom's side is originally from Isabela. I've never been there, but I want to go next time I go back to the Philippines.

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[Mond87]

Ei guys, where's Tumauini and how does it look like?

[iamjomar]

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[Sinjin P.]

^ Nice thread. Is Isabela relatively safe?

[allan_dude]

Construction of Bintacan bridge and approaches in full swing

The construction of the Bintacan Bridge and Approaches in Ilagan, Isabela is nearing completion.

Project Engineer Roberto Ilagan reported to DPWH-Region 2 Regional Director Eugenio R. Pipo, Jr. that the contractor has worked overtime and already has an accomplishment of 63.06 percent.

The project is a 2 span (50 linear per span) steel truss bridge with a total length of 104 linear meters. It also involves the construction of 6.10 meters wide by 246 meters long Portland Cement Concrete Pavement as its approaches, the installation of guardrails at selected sections and seven road signs and the provision of drainage and the slope protection.

Assisted by the Austrian government in the provision of the modular steel building materials, the project also costs the Philippine Government PhP24,964,091.35 under the contract of MARDEB Construction and Development.

Among the accomplishments reported by the Regional Office include the clearing and grubbing of site, procurement of construction materials, excavation for structure, drilling and removal of rocks encountered at pier, erection of girder and other routine works for bridge construction.

The bridge is a vital link to reach the coastal areas in Palanan, Isabela from Ilagan, Isabela.

The completion of this project will spur economic development and will facilitate better and faster transport of agricultural, mining and marine products abundant in the area.

[allan_dude]

One of South East Asia’s biggest dams. It also supplies water to the province.

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Courtesy of Flickr by Jun Seriales

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Nice bridge. I can't find a better photo.
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Magat's Reservoir
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From Photo Wiki; Magat Hydroelectric Dam, built in the 70's.

[bily_lion]

Originally Posted by Sinjin P.

^ Nice thread. Is Isabela relatively safe?

Some part of Isabela are not that safe specially San Mariano, pero the rest of the Province sobrang safe na. Anyway Isabela has 2 cities (Cauayan City and Santiago City) and the capital is Ilagan. The development is kinda slow kasi hawak ng mga pulitiko ang mga malalaking business dito (specially sa Cauayan) ayaw nila ng competition.

[bily_lion]

Anyway taga Isabela ako.

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Isabela Capitol | Photo by Jeggle49

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San Pablo Church | Photo by Tanya Syyap

[kaelthas18]

Cauayan public market


Family Choice Megamart- mini mall

[kaelthas18]

i saw in a local newspaper of santiago that a provincial board member is proposing and reviving the issue of dividing our beloved Isabela to become Isabela del Norte and Isabela del Sur, dti nangyari na ang ganito at nagplebicite na at nag-NO ang mga tao, ngaun gusto ulit ng mga politiko na i-revive para dw madistribute ang mga funds ng mabuti...kalokohan...

Sbi ng politiko na un, ang Isabela del Norte dw will consist 21 municipalities w/c includes Ilagan as capital. while Sur will have 14 municipalities, 1 component city and 1 independent city.. Cauayan ata capital, proposed dw nung board member na un from 3rd district, gusto nya dw igaya what happen sa mga ibang provinces like Ilocos Sur and Norte, Nueva Ecija and Viscaya at ung nangyari sa Kalinga-Apayao...
kayo ba pabor ba kau?... AKO HINDI AKO PABOR SA division ng isabela..

[kaelthas18]

Originally Posted by bily_lion

Some part of Isabela are not that safe specially San Mariano, pero the rest of the Province sobrang safe na. Anyway Isabela has 2 cities (Cauayan City and Santiago City) and the capital is Ilagan. The development is kinda slow kasi hawak ng mga pulitiko ang mga malalaking business dito (specially sa Cauayan) ayaw nila ng competition.

yup...maxado mga politiko sa atin, lahat gusto sarilihin at dpat may ka-parte lgi... Mabagal development sa amin sa Cauayan, wlang mga terminal ng Bus , except kay "DALIN" (masyado na bulok at ayaw magpapasok ng ibang companies), wlng commercial flight papunta Manila, tpos nglagay ng terminal ng pang transport kaya lng napaka-tanga ng nagplano...dead end ang area at maxadong liblib malayo sa commercial area, kaya ang ngyari, lahat ng mga tao na namimili at namamalengke sa amin dti ay sa ibang bayan napadpad (Roxas, Santiago at Ilagan)..

[Mond87]

Originally Posted by iamjomar

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napakaganda!!! TUMAIUNI: NICE AND PRETTY!!! wehhehe... I've never been here and I don't know a person who lives here pero parang nawiwili akong pumunta rito...

[fil07]

Originally Posted by kaelthas18

i saw in a local newspaper of santiago that a provincial board member is proposing and reviving the issue of dividing our beloved Isabela to become Isabela del Norte and Isabela del Sur, dti nangyari na ang ganito at nagplebicite na at nag-NO ang mga tao, ngaun gusto ulit ng mga politiko na i-revive para dw madistribute ang mga funds ng mabuti...kalokohan...

Sbi ng politiko na un, ang Isabela del Norte dw will consist 21 municipalities w/c includes Ilagan as capital. while Sur will have 14 municipalities, 1 component city and 1 independent city.. Cauayan ata capital, proposed dw nung board member na un from 3rd district, gusto nya dw igaya what happen sa mga ibang provinces like Ilocos Sur and Norte, Nueva Ecija and Viscaya at ung nangyari sa Kalinga-Apayao...
kayo ba pabor ba kau?... AKO HINDI AKO PABOR SA division ng isabela..

Isabela is one of the largest provinces in the country.

[habagatcentral1]

Originally Posted by iamjomar

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OMG!!!! Tiumauini!!! One of the best churches that I've seen in the Philippines. I hope that this Dominican (ba?) church be inscribed at World Heritage Sites of UNESCO.

[bily_lion]

Maganda talaga yung church nayan kaso ngalang mukhang napapabayaan na. Hindi naman kasi masyadong pinapansin yan ng DOT-Isabela eh :bop:

[allan_dude]

Gov. Padaca receives prestigious award from US Ambassador

ILAGAN, Isabela - Governor Grace Padaca received from US Ambassador Kristey Kenney a one of a kind prestigious award which is rarely given to women leaders selected by US in the entire the world who courageously lead and succeed in their respective professions.

Her Excellency Kristey Kenney conferred the International Women of Courage Award to Gov. Padaca recently for her achievements and courageousness to enter politics and lead the province despite her physical condition as polio victim since childbirth.

The US Ambassador said that the achievements and accomplishments made by Gov. Padaca in Isabela are the basis for her nomination.

Kenney said that the award given to Gov. Padaca should serve as an inspiration to Isabelinos to muster excellence in public service.

In response, Gov. Padaca thanked the US Ambassador for visiting the province of Isabela.

The Sangguniang Panlalawigan has passed a resolution expressing gratitude to US Ambassador Kristey Kenney, the only US Ambassador who visited the province since its creation.

The awarding ceremony was witnessed by the military, Philippine National Police, church, and local officials including non-government organizations. (PIA-Isabela)

[allan_dude]

World class water treatment plant in Santiago inaugurated







Mayor Amy Navarro led the inauguration of the most technologically advanced water treatment plant in the country operated by the Santiago City Water District.

Said plant was inaugurated last February 6, in honor of the birthday celebration of the hardworking lady chief executive of the city, after at least five years of construction and improvement of its entire line.

According to Dr. Jose ‘Peping’ Navarro, Chairman of the Board of the Directors of SANWAD, the technology used in the new treatment plant is comparable to the systems in most industrialized country in Asia.

“Nakakatuwa na madala natin ang isang world class na teknolohiya sa ating lungsod ng Santiago, at mapapakinabangan ng ating mamamayan,” said Navarro who is very optimistic of the outcome of the new facility.

The water treatment plant is able to fully remove even the smallest particles of inorganic matters causing the color brown to appear in the water as well as the odor. In case of Santiago where the source is 100 % from underground water, the main problem is the existence of the mineral manganese and iron. Both cause discoloration, rust and odor to water coming off the faucets.

The plant is now is on its test stage, and yet the concessionaires of SANWAD are enjoying the benefits of the crystal clear water getting out of the faucets.

Recently, SANWAD implemented a general upgrade and repair of its system through a loan granted in the amount of P500 million pesos. Its major lines were completely replaced with non-rust pipes and 4 major reservoirs were constructed to ensure enough supply of water for the city. Towering over Santiago are four reservoirs located at Batal, Calaocan, Rizal barangays.

The process starts from the pumping stations, going to the treatment plant where it goes to several stages before going to the reservoirs to supply the communities.

With the increase of pressure, water supplies and improvement of facilities, General Manager Winston Foz is looking for the increase in the number of concessionaires. Currently, SANWAD is supplying clean water to more than 5,000 households and businesses. The Management is looking to double it by the middle of next year and triple it by the start of 2008.

Source: www.cityofsantiago.gov.ph

[allan_dude]

Cauayan mayor eyes proper management of fresh air, ecological wastes

Cauayan City, Isabela -- The city mayor wants a continuous supply of fresh air and a well-managed waste disposal system to sustain the healthy environment that is presently enjoying by Cauayenos.

In his two-page accomplishment report, Mayor Caesar G. Dy emphasized to resolve issues relating to air pollution and other environmental issues which the city faces today.

Mayor Dy said that the city government is preparing to make inventory of two-stroke tricycles as one of contributors of air pollution within the city poblacion and will soon be prohibited to ply in city routes.

He said that under his leadership he wanted to meet the Clean Air Act Standards and one way of solidifying the provisions of the Clean Air Act is to prohibit two-stroke tricycles to operate within the city.

In a related development, the City Mayor together with the City Environmental and Sanitation Office supported by Sangguniang Panglungsod Ordinance No. 2007-005 which provides for an ecological solid waste management are preparing to establish a sanitary landfill this coming years that follows the standards set under Republic Act 9003 otherwise known as Solid Waste Management Act.

Mayor Dy called on Cauayenos to participate in environment-friendly programs, projects and policies of the city to attain the objective of having a fresh air quality and a well-managed solid waste disposal system. (PIA Isabela)