4TH Q 2021 ZAMBALESPEAKS PER PAGE

Volume 08 No. 04
October - December 2021
Matino,
Mahusay at
Maaasahan


the DILG Zambales Boosts
LGUs’ Lead in Enhancing
The Official Publication of the Department of the Interior and Local Government - Province of Zambales Capacity, Spearheads
Orientation-Workshop
on CapDev Agenda
Formulation


BY LGOOs II Rose Ann Agostosa,
Paulin Johanne Reyes, Aljon Bautista

he Department of the Interior
Tand Local Government
(DILG) Zambales headed by
Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad,
facilitated a 3-day Orientation-
Workshop on the formulation
of Capacity Development
Agenda (CapDev) for the Local
Government Unit (LGU) Capacity
Province of Zambales convenes its last Joint Development Committees

13
the
PPOC-PADAC-PTF ELCAC Meeting for the from provincial municipalities
and
government
year 2021, harmonizing efforts on Peace and of Zambales on October 6-8,
Order and Public Safety BY ADAS II King Andrew Phil A. Apsay & 2021 via Zoom meetings
Denver S. Yumul platform— in anticipation for
the implementation of the full
The peace and order and public safety cluster of the Province of
Zambales comprising of— Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC), devolution next year.
Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC), and Provincial Task Force to
End Local Communist Armed Conflict (PTF-ELCAC)— all chaired by Governor In attendance were the key
Hermogenes E. Ebdane, Jr., convened on December 10, 2021 at Balin Sambali, members of the LGU Capacity
Iba, Zambales and via zoom meeting application for the 4th Quarter Joint
Council Meeting— to keep each stakeholder abreast of the peace and order Development Committee
updates, issues and concerns in the pursuit of keeping the Province peaceful, composed of the local chief
orderly and safe. executives (LCEs), vice mayors,
local administrators, department
Among the highlights of the meeting include the presentation of the status of
COVID-19 efforts, vaccination program implementation and accomplishments
during the conduct of the National Vaccination Days last November 29 to December
1, 2021 by Provincial Health Officer Noel C. Bueno, M.D.. Continue to page 04

Province of Zambales convenes its last Joint
PPOC-PADAC-PTF ELCAC Meeting for the Year
05 2021, harmonizing efforts on Peace and Order

and Public Safety




DILG Zambales conducts Tree Planting Activity–
08 in their effort to advocate socially protective


environment

DILG - PROVINCE OF ZAMBALES

Zambales Provincial IMTF on LCAT-VAWC

Assessment: To strengthen LGU interventions the

for women and children ZAMBALES

SPEAKS
By: LGOOs VI Kristine Joy B. Pesimo, Cindy C.
Cagalitan, LGOOs II Paulin Johanne Reyes and
Aljon Bautista THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
OF DILG - ZAMBALES


ARMI V. BACTAD, CESO V
Provincial Director

JUDITH B. ROMERO
LGOO VII / Cluster Team Leader

PROVINCIAL STAFF

LGOO II PAULIN JOHANNE L. REYES
LGOO II STEPHANY A. PANALIGAN
LGOO II ROSE ANN D. AGOSTOSA
LGOO II ALJON S. BAUTISTA
ADAS II KING ANDREW PHIL A. APSAY
eing the Chairperson of the Provincial Inter-Agency Monitoring ADAS II DENVER S. YUMUL
BTask Force (PIMTF), the DILG Zambales led by Provincial Director ADA III REYNATO N. PANTALEON
Armi V. Bactad, spearheaded the conduct of the Provincial Validation ENGR. III ALLED ARON C. DELA CRUZ
ENGR. III MA. GARELYN D. PANGILINAN
on the Functionality of the Local Committees on Anti-Trafficking ENGR. II JESS B. EDILLOR
and Violence Against Women and their Children (LCAT-VAWC) last EVA D. DIMABASA
October 19, 2021 via Zoom Meeting Platform. JONATHAN C. SABORBORO
FIELD OFFICERS
The activity was attended by the the submission of the required forms.
PIMTF members: Ms. Carmela LGOO VI KRISTINE JOY B. PESIMO
D. Pacis of the Provincial Social The assessment resulted with six (6) LGOO VI SHERYL ANN Q. DUNGCA
LGOO VI JONNEL B. EDILLOR
Welfare and Development Office MLGUs having Mature Functionality, LGOO VI DAN A. ESTEBAN
(PWSDO), Atty. Joe Mari Nacin of four (4) Progressive and three (3) LGOO VI LEVY C. SWING
the Provincial Prosecutor’s Office, Basic Functionality for the year 2019. LGOO VI NEDRICKS P. CANLAS
LGOO VI SHIERALYN B. ESTEBAN
Mr. Christian Diomino Antiquera of While for 2020, it resulted with four (4) LGOO VI MAHARLINA J. TEJADA
the Provincial Health Office, PMAJ MLGUs having Mature Functionality, LGOO VI CINDY C. CAGALITAN
Herminia Fontanilla of the Zambales six (6) Progressive and three (3) LGOO VI MILAFLOR A. TORCADILLA
Police Provincial Office, Pastor Basic Functionality. LGOO VI MAE CATHERINE N. QUINTANA
LGOO V JEPHANY M. PINGKIHAN
Myrna Torres of the Civil Society LGOO V SUSLIJAH JOHN N. GESMUNDO
Organization (CSO) with the DILG The areas of assessment of LCAT-
Provincial Personnel: LGOO VI Cindy VAWC comprises of 10% for GRAPHIC & LAYOUT ARTIST
C. Cagalitan, LGOO VI Kristine Joy B. Organization, 10% for Meetings, 30%
Pesimo, LGOO II Paulin Johanne L. for Policies, Plans and Budget and ADAS II DENVER S. YUMUL
Reyes and LGOO II Aljon S. Bautista. 50% for Accomplishment. ENGR III MA. GARELYN D. PANGILINAN
The LCAT-VAWC Functionality
LGOO VI Cindy Cagalitan discussed Assessment aims to gauge the
the guidelines of the functionality progressive governance of the
assessment and proceeded with LGUs in addressing the problems of region3.dilg.gov.ph/zambales
the presentation of the result of trafficking and VAWC even in these [email protected]
the functionality audit. The PIMTF trying times. 047-811-1218/ 047-307-2661
validated the result and agreed with

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DILG ZAMBALES, PARTNER NGAs GEAR UP BADACs IN

STRENGTHENING ANTI-DRUG ABUSE EFFORTS


By: Engr. III Ma. Garelyn Pangilinan

he Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Zambales headed by Provincial Director Armi V.
TBactad, CESO V facilitated a three (3)-day Online Training for Strengthening Institutional Capacities of Barangay
Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (SICAP-BADAC) on November 8-10, 2021 via Zoom Cloud Meetings. The activity primarily
aims to continually capacitate local Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (ADACs), particularly the barangays.

The activity was conducted in partnership and skills to effectively perform their Bactad said.
with the Philippine Drug Enforcement duties and functions.
Agency (PDEA), Department of Cluster Team Leader/LGOO VII Judith
Health (DOH), Department of Social In her message, PD Bactad stressed B. Romero provided an overview on the
Welfare and Development (DSWD), that it is necessary to upscale the series of topics for the 3-day activity.
Commission on Human Rights (CHR), information drive on the programs of the Likewise, LGOO VI Maharlina J.
National Youth Commission (NYC) and government to eradicate drug- Tejada, Provincial ADAC Focal Person
Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare related problems in the country and led the discussion on the BADAC
Council (RJJWC). In attendance were enhance the capacities of barangay and its mandate, emphasizing the
the key members of the Barangay officials in performing their crucial roles legal bases on the creation of BADAC.
Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (BADACs) in the fight against illegal drugs at their
composed of Punong Barangays as level. Atty. Aloi Renz P. Santos, Attorney IV of
Chairpersons, Sangguniang Barangay Commission on Human Rights (CHR),
Members (SBMs) on Peace and Order PD Bactad also expressed her heartfelt SWO-III/Mr. Reyman M. Bimeda of
as Committee Chair on Operations, gratitude to the partner agencies for Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare
SBMs on women and family as giving time for the activity for their Council (RJJWC), Information Officer II/
Committee Chair on Advocacy and commitment and support for the Mr. Glenn Guillermo of Philippine Drug
non-government organization (NGO) successful conduct of the activity Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Region
representatives from the 230 barangays through sharing their knowledge and III, Senior Health Program Officer/
in the province. expertise. “Layunin po ng pinagsama- Ms. Agnes N. Alipio of Department of
samang pagsisikap ng aming ahensiya Health (DOH) Region III, PDO III and
The said undertaking aimed to at mga [partner agencies] po natin Regional Anti-Drug Abuse Alternate
strengthen the BADACs to na mapalakas pa lalo ang ating mga Focal Person/ Ms. Sherryl Balatbat
become well-equipped in planning and organisasyon, ang kakayahan ng mga Santos, RSW of the Department of
implementing drug abuse prevention barangay officials at bawat barangay sa Social Welfare and Development
programs and activities, and to refresh isang napakatagal na pong problema
them with the necessary knowledge ng ating bansa - [drug menace]” PD continue to page 20 >>


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Province of Zambales convenes its last Joint PPOC-

PADAC-PTF ELCAC Meeting for the year 2021,

Harmonizing Efforts on Peace and Order and Public Safety



Likewise, updates on the peace and Anti-Drug Abuse Council (MADAC) “To express the gratitude and
order in Zambales focusing on threats Functionality Audit for the year 2020, appreciation of the DILG Zambales
of terrorism, insurgency, ending local wherein the MADAC of Candelaria, Team, to include po the DILG Regional
communist armed conflict, criminality San Marcelino & Subic were assessed level, we present this plaque of
and illegals drugs were presented as highly functional. LGOO II Reyes commendation to our very mabait,
by LT COL Eugene Henry Cabusao, also added detailed updates on the masipag at kagalang-galang na
Battalion Commander of the 3rd implementation of Capacitating Provincial Health Officer [Dr. Bueno]…
Mechanized Infantry Battalion of the Urban Communities For Peace and of course [to] Sir [Gov. Ebdane], hindi
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Development (CUCPD), as well as po magiging safe ang buong Zambales
newly designated Provincial Director that of the Retooled Community kung hindi po dahil sa Ama ng buong
PCOL Fitz A. Macariola of Zambales Support Program (RCSP) and Support Zambales, ang atin pong Governor”,
Police Provincial Office (ZPPO) and to Barangay Development Program DILG Zambales Provincial Director
IA V Jigger Juniller, Provincial Officer (SBDP). Armi V. Bactad, CESO V said while
of the Philippine Drug Enforcement awarding the plaques of commendation
Agency (PDEA), respectively. As a conclusion for the undertaking, together with Cluster Team Leader
DILG Zambales highlighted the Judith B. Romero to Governor Ebdane
On other peace and order and significant accomplishments on the and Dr. Noel C. Bueno— to honor and
anti-illegal drug efforts and essential peace and order and public recognize their unrelentless public
accomplishments, Local Government safety initiatives conducted this year service in responding to the needs of
Operations Officer (LGOO) II Paulin by recognizing the prime movers who Zambaleños and efforts in combating
Johanne L. Reyes, Department of the remained committed in promoting the COVID-19 in the province.
Interior and Local Government (DILG), welfare of the Zambaleños.
presented the results of the Municipal

LGU Botolan, DILG and Philippine Army underscore the role of youth
on Anti-Terrorism and Insurgency, fortifies their commitment to

lasting peace
he Local Government Unit of Botolan,
BY LGOO VI Shieralyn B. Esteban
TZambales— in partnership with the
Department of the Interior and Local
Government (DILG) Botolan Field Office and
the Philippine Army— highlighted the important
role of the youth leaders in the continuing
fight against insurgency and terrorism during
a capacity development activity on leadership,
social responsibility and moral recovery held
on December 15, 2021 at Camp Kainomayan,
Barangay San Juan, Botolan, Zambales.

Said undertaking was participated by the
youth leaders of the Municipality— including
the Sangguniang Barangay Chairpersons,
Sangguniang Barangay Councils and members of
the Local Youth Development Council composing
of youth organizations, as well as youth serving
organizations.
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LGU Botolan, DILG and Philippine Army underscore

the role of youth on Anti-Terrorism and Insurgency...


Captain Norman Oliver resources are sustained by Development Officer bring the public services
H. Adlaon, Commanding the Municipal Task Force Gabrielli Damasco, Mr. closer to the people aiming
Officer of the 33rd to End Local Communist Jonas Dupo and Local to counter revolts against
Mechanized Infantry Armed Conflict (MTF Civil Registrar Clevelyn the government.
Battalion of the Philippine ELCAC) to continue its Deliquina. Apart from topics
Army discussed the history development assistance on Executive Order No. The capacity building
and background of the programs in conflict- 70, anti-insurgency and seminar forms part of the
Communist Party of the affected areas— to which terrorism, the participants LGU’s initiatives under
Philippines- New People’s certain areas have been were acquainted with the Retooled Community

Army- National Democratic recorded in the Municipality. lectures on volunteerism, Support program— which
Front (CPP-NPA-NDF) and “Wag tayong magpapadala social responsibility, the aims to organize citizens
its deceptive recruitment sa mga mabulaklak na Sangguniang Kabataan movement for peace and
strategy to the youth sector pananalita ng mga CPP- Reform Act of 2015 and development thru the
and indigenous people. NPA-NDF,” CPT. Adlaon other basic parliamentary engagement of the youth
stressed as he reminded procedures. sector— contributing to
Moreover, Cpt. Adlaon the youth leaders of their nation building.
detailed the Executive great responsibility in During the training, the
Order No. 70— a policy that promoting awareness on youth leaders were urged
institutionalized a whole-of- the manipulative tactics of to support the peace and
nation approach to attaining the rebels in deceiving the development initiatives of
inclusive and sustainable youth to join their group. the national government
peace, promoting good Among those who graced like the Support to
governance as a way the activity and acted Barangay Development
to avoid revolts against as resource speakers Program (SBDP) and the
the government. It was were Municipal Local local government unit’s
“
explained that the whole of Government Operations Retooled Community
nation approach also aims Officer Shieralyn B. Support Program
to ensure that necessary Esteban, OIC Local Youth (RCSP)— both aiming to











Wag tayong
magpapadala sa
mga mabulaklak na
pananalita ng mga
CPP-NPA-NDF



Captain Norman Oliver H. Adlaon
Commanding Officer of the 33rd Mechanized
CPT. Adlaon as he explains the Infantry Battalion of the Philippine Army
vulnerability of the youth in the recruitment
of the CPP NPA NDF group.



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DILG ZAMBALES, PROVINCIAL VALIDATION TEAM ASSESS 13 PILOT BARANGAYS
FOR SGLGB TO PRODUCE CHAMPIONS OF GOOD BARANGAY GOVERNANCE


By: LGOOs II Rose Ann Agostosa and Paulin Johanne Reyes














13 PILOT BARANGAYS
FOR SGLGB




he Department of the Interior and Local Government of Zambales (DILG Zambales) headed by Dir. Armi V.
TBactad, CESO V— provincial validation team chairperson, led the conduct of the Provincial Validation for the
2021 Pilot Testing of the Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangay (SGLGB) reviewing the entries of the thirteen
pilot barangays from the municipalities of Zambales on November 16, 2021 via Zoom Meeting Platform. The activity
aims to further assess, garner ideas and devise mechanisms in enhancing the SGLGB implementation.


PD Bactad, in her message, were DILG Zambales personnel: from the submitted entries endorsed
emphasized that the significance of Cluster Team Leader Judith B. Romero, by the MATs were likewise validated
the pilot testing is to provide inspiration LGOOs VI Shieralyn B. Esteban, as to completeness, correctness
and encouragement to all barangays. Nedricks P. Canlas, and Jonnel B. and accuracy by the Provincial
“We hope that with this pilot testing, Edillor, and LGOOs II Rose Ann D. Validation Team (PVT) for the eventual
ay mabigyan natin ng inspiration Agostosa, Paulin Johanne L. Reyes endorsement to the Regional Validation
at encouragement ang ating mga and Aljon S. Bautista. Team (RVT).
barangays to exhibit their high level of The “3+1” principle applies in the said
performance in barangay governance. assessment, wherein a barangay needs The 2021 Pilot Testing for SGLGB aims
This is not a competition among the to pass ALL of the three (3) core areas to encourage and challenge barangays
barangays, but rather a competition of governance namely, Safety, Peace to scale up their performance and
among themselves para ipakita [kung] practices of good local governance
gaano kaganda ang lebel ng pag- Peace and Order; Financial that accord primacy to the principles
gogobyerno, especially, mula sa ating Administration and Sustainability; of accountability, transparency,
itinuturing na first line of defense – ang and Disaster Preparedness; and at performance and effectiveness.
mga barangays,” PD Bactad said. least one (1) of the three (3) essential Further, the pilot testing is geared
areas namely: Social Protection and towards identifying and gathering
The provincial validation team composed Sensitivity; Business-Friendliness and recommendations on the appropriate
of the following members assessed and Competitiveness; or Environmental strategies in its national implementation.
evaluated the documents submitted Management. The SGLGB, which gives distinction
by the 13 barangays: LnB Provincial to barangays for their remarkable
Chapter President Hon. Raedag A. The data for the SGLGB pilot testing was performance across governance
Villamin, Jr., Provincial Planning and submitted by the municipal assessment areas, puts greater importance to
Development Office Representative teams (MATs) through the Municipal integrity and good performance as
Ms. Racquel Tacdoy and Civil Society Local Government Operations Officers pillars of meaningful local autonomy
Organization (CSO) Representative (MLGOOs) via the SGLGB Information and development at the local levels,
Rev. Rosalio I. Mendoza, Jr. Also System to the provincial level for especially at the frontlines of the
present to provide technical assistance assessment. Moreover, the documents government — the barangays.
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DILG Zambales Boosts LGUs’ lead in


enhancing capacity...




























The municipal local government may mission po tayo na siguruhin
operations officers (MLGOOs) na mararamdaman ng mga
served as the main resource persons mamamayan ang isang magandang
(RPs) and coaches throughout the gobyerno sa pamamagitan ng
conduct of the activity. The RPs pag-craft o pag-develop ng mga
walked the participants through plano para mas mapalakas ang
the key steps in the CapDev kapasidad ng ating LGU at ng
process which involves analyzing mga empleyado. Tayo din po ang
the factors that contribute to the siyang magsisiguro na itong mga
performance of the LGU, assessing planong ito ay maisasakatuparan
their capacities, and planning out para sa ikagiginhawa ng buhay
and prioritizing their interventions. ng mga mamamayan na ating
heads and liga ng mga barangay Workshops were also employed pinagsisilbihan,” PD Bactad said.
(LnB) presidents of the 13 LGUs of in the activity to simulate the
Zambales including the Provincial process of formulating the Capacity The activity served as a platform
Government of Zambales. Development Agenda. to stress that strengthening the
capacity of the internal organization
The activity aims to fully prepare “Let this be your torch na magsisilbing largely contributes to the success
the LGUs as they transition to full guide po natin sa pagsisiguro of the implementation of the various
devolution through the initial step na maging bahagi tayo ng ating programs and projects in the
in looking into their capacities in bayan, ng ating pinagsisilbihang LGU. Mapping out their capacity
performing the devolved duties and LGU, na marating ang kaunlaran development interventions, through
functions. The formulation of the nating inaasam….Tayo po sa ating the formulation of the CapDev
CapDev Agenda plays a critical role position po ngayon, pinili po tayo, Agenda, is essential towards
in helping local officials map out their hawak po natin ang mga positions achieving their envisioned goals
capacity development interventions na [kung saan] nakaatang sa atin and objectives.
to achieve desired results. yung mga responsibilities dahil



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DILG Zambales conducts Tree





Planting Activity–in their effort




to advocate socially protective




environment




By Engr. Ma. Garelyn D. Pangilinan and Engr. Jess B. Edillor



The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Zambales under the leadership of Provincial
Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V conducted a Tree Planting Activity at Sitio Panayunan, Danacbunga,
Botolan, Zambales as part of its Human Resource Program – encouraging employees to give importance to
nature and also prioritize their mental health. The undertaking was participated by the DILG Field Officers and
provincial office personnel last October 28, 2021


In her message, PD Bactad expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the team for giving time for the activity and
emphasized that it provides an avenue for everybody’s mental health wellness. “Napakasarap pala
talaga magtanim. Ang saya-saya na habang tinatanim mo [ay] kinakausap mo [iyong itinatanim mo]
na protektahan ang kalikasan. That’s exactly the purpose of this activity aside from
us communicating with mother nature, we leave behind something that replenishes th e
environment,” PD Bactad said.


Further, PD Bactad persuaded the Team to sustain the spirit of unity and teamwork
despite the challenging situation brought by the pandemic. She mentioned that the team
should adopt the characteristic of the bakawan. “Basta’t magkakapit bisig tayo kagaya ng
mga ugat ng bakawan, we can all triumph over those challenges when we are binded
together,” PD Bactad added.

Cluster Team Leader LGOO VII Judith B. Romero discussed the overview of the activity
and reminded that it aims to raise awareness and to give importance to environmental
protection by planting trees.


Engr. Andy A. Divino, Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer (MDRRMO) of
LGU Botolan, gave a brief lecture regarding the environmental programs of the LGU and the proper
method of planting mangrove. He was then awarded with a plaque of commendation to recognize his
contributions in environmental management and disaster resilience innovations of the Municipality
of Botolan by PD Bactad.


The activity adheres with the advocacy of environmental preservation to connect people with nature
and inspire them to be responsible stewards of the environment and by reminding that greener earth
is what we need.



DILG Zambales holds year-end




assessment, boosts teamwork



among members



Prepared by: LGOO II Aljon S. Bautista and Engr. Ma. Garelyn Pangilinan


The DILG Zambales Team led by Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V conducted its Year-End Assessment on
Locally-Funded Projects (LFPs) Implementation cum Team Building Activity on December 14-15, 2021 at Bakasyunan
Resort and Conference Center, Iba, Zambales.

The activity aimed to assess the performance of the province and of the Local Government Units (LGUs) in terms of
project implementation. LFP Provincial Engineers facilitated the discussion to address the problems and bottlenecks
that were encountered by the LGUs and DILG Field Officers on the locally-funded projects. It also served as a venue
to present and evaluate the DILG Zambales’ Operations Plan and Budget (OPB) Targets and Accomplishments for CY
2021.


Likewise, LGOO V Jephany M. Pingkihan who is the newly installed OIC-Municipal Local Government Operations Officer
(MLGOO) of the municipality of San Marcelino was officially introduced to the team.


Moreover, teamwork and camaraderie among the staff were strengthened through a team-building activity by various
parlor games and outdoor activities. Another highlight was the awarding of certificates of commendation by PD Armi
V. Bactad, Cluster Team Leader Judith B. Romero and Acting Program Manager Paulin Johanne L. Reyes to DILG
Zambales personnel who exerted exceptional work and paramount dedication which exemplified a “Matino, Mahusay,
at Maaasahan” DILG public servant.

In her message, PD Bactad thanked and congratulated the collaborative efforts undertaken
by every member of the team in achieving the department’s objective. She also
encouraged everyone to maintain the high standards of work performance
and continue to look forward for year 2022.


“Let us keep the spirit alive, let us keep the fire burning, para mas maging
maayos pa tayo. And also, let us keep the fire burning na
nagmamahalan tayo lahat sa isa’t isa. Yung lagi
kong sinasabing turingang [magka]kapatid,lagi
natin iyong buhayin sa puso at
isip,” PD Bactad reminded as she
acknowledged all the
ef forts a n d
contributions
of the staff in ensuring a
productive and successful
2021.



DILG Zambales spearheads CPES Training:



Capacitates Provincial Engineers towards improved


project evaluation






he DILG Zambales headed by Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V, facilitated a 3-day
seminar-workshop on the Accreditation of Constructors’ Performance Evaluators (CPEs) on
TDecember 1-3, 2021 at Forest View Leisure Residences, El Kabayo Road, Subic Bay Freeport
Zone, to continually provide technical support in the improvement and achievement of quality and
timely delivery of infrastructure projects in the province.


The seminar-workshop aimed to familiarize and CPES implementation plan, methodology, process
equip the provincial engineering office’s personnel on flow and simulation. The training has also employed
the actual application of Constructors Performance actual case study, wherein participants conducted
Evaluation System (CPES) methodology in the onsite evaluation on a selected CMGP project to
evaluation of the constructors’ performance thru discuss the identified scope and status of work items
early detection of problem areas encountered (percentage of accomplishment) to be evaluated,
in the project and determination of appropriate documents supplied by the concerned constructor’s
corrective actions. The workshop also provided project engineer and other factors affecting the
learnings on the necessary standards to ensure that implementation of the project.
the infrastructure projects are conformed with the
specified requirements of project owners. The workshops were carried-out in accordance with
minimum health standards such as proper wearing
The said undertaking was participated in by the of face masks and strict observance of physical
engineers and technical personnel from Provincial distancing to ensure safety among the attendees.
Engineering Office (PEO) , and Conditional Matching
Grant to Provinces (CMGP) Focal Person of the CPES is a uniform rating system for evaluating
Provincial Government of Zambales (PGZ). the performance of constructors based on a set
of criteria.The evaluation is done at certain stages
Cluster Team Leader/LGOO VII Judith B. Romero during the actual construction of the project, and
expressed her gratitude for the active participation upon its completion. It develops a centralized base
of everyone and emphasized the importance of the of information on performance rating of constructors
activity that will help them in assessing government for licensing, pre-qualification, quality improvement,
projects and undertaking project evaluation. and other purposes of government agencies, project
owners, financing and insurance companies and
Engr. Nikki Najarro, Senior Trade and Industry other interested parties.
Development Specialist of Construction Industry
Authority of the Philippines (CIAP), Ms. Rose Ann DILG continues to partner with the Provincial
Bolitres, Administrative Assistant III of CIAP, and Government of Zambales to further strengthen the
Engr. Noel F. Yambao, Project Evaluation and capacities of the local functionaries in the area of
Development Chief of Tourism Infrastructure and roads development and management, particularly
Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), served as in improving the performance of contractors in the
resource speakers and facilitators during the activity. prosecution of government projects.
Among the topics discussed were the introduction
of the CPES, CIAP and its implementing boards,

DILG Zambales spearheads CPES Training:



Capacitates Provincial Engineers towards improved


project evaluation



By Engr. Ma. Garelyn D. Pangilinan, Engr. Jess B. Edillor, Engr. Alled Aron C. Dela Cruz

DILG - PROVINCE OF ZAMBALES
































DILG Zambales and partner NGAs team-up to intensify

community-based drug rehabilitation efforts of LGUs



BY Aljon S. Bautista

The Department of the Interior and Local Government of Zambales (DILG Zambales) headed
by Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V, facilitated the conduct of the province-wide
Orientation on Community-Based Drug Rehabilitation Program (CBDRP) Policies on November
22, 2021 via zoom meeting platform, to further strengthen the capacities of local government
units towards their anti-drug abuse and clearing efforts.

The activity was participated in by highlighted the important roles of ating mga Pilipino. Tayo ‘yung
Local Health Officers, Local Social local government units and partner mga public servant, tayo ‘yung
Welfare Development Officers, agencies as front liners on the mga maaasahan ng ating mga
Chiefs of Police (COPs), Anti- government’s fight against illegal kababayan para lalong maging
Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) LGU drugs. “...Kasi mauuna po tayo, progresibo, maging developed ang
Focal Persons and Liga ng mga tayo po ang front liners, ang ‘first ating mga kanya-kanyang bayan
Barangay (LnB) Presidents from the line of defense’ ika nga po nila, na at barangay,” PD Bactad added as
thirteen (13) local government units kanilang malalapitan. Yung group she encouraged everyone’s support
(LGUs), including the Provincial na ito ang unang-una magpa-plano in the government’s strong pursuit
Government of Zambales. paano natin mai-eradicate sa ating in creating safe, secured spaces
kanya-kanyang barangay, sa ating and drug-free communities despite
The said undertaking was co- mga kanya-kanyang bayan ‘yung dreadful economic episode the
facilitated by the Department of ating matagal nang problema.” country is facing due to pandemic.
Health (DOH), Philippine Drug
Enforcement Agency (PDEA), “With the pandemic na kinakaharap Ms. Ricci Ann S. Pangan, DOH
Department of Social Welfare natin ngayon, napakahirap na Senior Health Program Officer, Mr.
and Development (DSWD), and meron pa tayong dagdag problema. Christian DeHonor, PDEA Regional
Regional Juvenile Justice and Pero isipin po natin, ang lagi po Team Leader, Ms. Sherryl Balatbat
Welfare Council (RJJWC). nating binabanggit, na ito yung Santos, RSW of DSWD R3, and
highest calling kung tutuusin sa Mr. Reyman M. Bimeda, SWO
PD Bactad, in her message, III of RJJWC served as resource

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Zambales Provincial IMTF

Holds 2019 CFLG Audit,



evaluates LGUs’ Performance in

carrying-out child-welfare PPAs



BY LGOOs VI Kristine Joy B. Pesimo and Cindy C. Cagalitan
and LGOOs II Paulin Johanne Reyes and Aljon Bautista

he Department of the Interior and Local Government of Zambales
T(DILG Zambales) headed by Dir. Armi V. Bactad, CESO V led the
conduct of Child-Friendly Local Governance Audit (CFLGA) for 2019
of the municipalities of Zambales on October 20, 2021 via Zoom
Meeting Platform.

The provincial audit team tool and a mandatory audit that speakers during the activity.
composed of the following assesses LGU performance in Among the topics discussed
members assessed and evaluated implementing child-friendly policies, were the “Dangerous Board BR 4
the documents submitted by the programs, projects, and services. It series of 2020: Guidelines for the
LGUs: Ms. Carmela D. Pacis of focuses on the delivery of the four Oversight of General Intervention
the Provincial Social Welfare and (4) basic rights of children, namely: (GI) and Community-Based Drug
Development Office (PWSDO), Ms. survival, development, protection Rehabilitation Program (CBDRP)
Myrna Empeno and Mr. Romar Jay and participation. Implemented and Adopted by
Quijano of the Provincial Planning the LGUs at Various Levels,”
and Development Office, Ms. Data for the CFLGA was submitted “Dangerous Drugs Board BR 7,
Ailyn Eay of the Department of by the municipal inter-agency series of 2019 entitled ‘Consolidated
Education, Mr. Christian Diomino monitoring task force (IMTF) online Revised Rules Governing Access
Antiquera of the Provincial Health through the Seal of Child-Friendly to Treatment and Rehabilitation
Office, Pastor Myrna Torres of the Local Governance Knowledge Programs and Services,’’ Barangay
Civil Society Organization (CSO) Management System (SCFLG Drug Clearing Program, Aftercare
with the DILG Provincial Personnel: KMS) to the provincial IMTF for Program and Process of Handling
LGOO VI Cindy C. Cagalitan, assessment. Further validation will Minors.
LGOO VI Kristine Joy B. Pesimo, also be conducted at the regional
LGOO II Paulin Johanne L. Reyes and national level. CFLGA passers The CBDRP policy establishes
and LGOO II Aljon S. Bautista. shall be conferred with the Seal of guidelines for implementing
Child-Friendly Local Governance community-based drug
CFLGA is a result-based assessment (SCFLG). rehabilitation programs and
services, defines the roles and
functions of national government
agencies (NGAs), civil society
organizations (CSOs), religious
groups, and other community-
based organizations to avoid role
overlap, and ensures effective
resource allocation for the anti-
illegal drugs initiative.




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Napakahirap po ngayon
sa panahon ng pandemic
na magconduct ng mga
ganitong survey. Partner po
tayo sa advocacy na ito na
magkaroon ng maayos at
magandang paggogobyerno
na mararamdaman ng mga
tao, ng mga pinagsisilbihan
natin na umaayos at
gumaganda ang ating local
government


ARMI V. BACTAD, CESO V
Provincial Director
DILG Zambales





DILG Zambales Holds CSIS Coordination Meeting with PRMSU

as partner LRI, shares accomplishments, challenges

BY LGOO VI Maharlina J. Tejada


DILG Zambales headed by Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, “Napakahirap po ngayon sa
CESO V conducted a coordination meeting with the President panahon ng pandemic na
Ramon Magsaysay State University (PRMSU) regarding the status magconduct ng mga ganitong
of implementation of the Citizen Satisfaction Index System (CSIS) survey. Partner po tayo sa advocacy
Program in the Municipality of Botolan, Zambales, today, December na ito na magkaroon ng maayos
16, 2021 via zoom meeting application. at magandang paggogobyerno
na mararamdaman ng mga tao,
Said meeting provided a venue for together with Cluster Team ng mga pinagsisilbihan natin na
the PRMSU to update the DILG Leader Judith Romero, Program umaayos at gumaganda ang
Zambales on the status of the Manager Paulin Johanne Reyes, ating local government”, PD Armi
CSIS implementation and share CSIS Provincial Focal Maharlina emphasized.
the challenges they encountered in J. Tejada, Alternate Focal Person
implementing the said program. LGOO VI Dan A. Esteban and The CSIS is a mechanism
LGOO II Aljon S. Bautista. pioneered by the DILG to generate
The activity was attended by Dr. relevant citizens’ feedback on the
Elizabeth N. Farin- Vice president In her message PD Bactad thanked local governments’ service delivery
for Research, Extension, Training, the PRMSU for being an active performance. It was developed to
and Production of PRMSU, Mr. partner of the Department in the serve as a tool for drawing applicable
Edwin E. Elane- Assistant Director implementation of its programs. PD information for evaluating citizen
for International linkages/CSIS Bactad recognized the expertise of satisfaction in the different services
Field Supervisor, Ms. Jesseca Ruth the PRMSU in research which is provided by the local government
Diesta, CSIS Project Manager vital in the implementation of the units (LGUs), in partnership with
and DILG Zambales headed by CSIS. local resource institutions (LRIs).
Provincial Director Armi Bactad
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DILG Zambales, PHO gear up LGUs on the new


COVID-19 Alert Level System



BY Engr. Jess B. Edillor and LGOO VI Dan A. Esteban
The DILG Zambales led by Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V, conducted the “Provincial Roll
Out on Enhancing COVID-19 Contact Tracing Work: Advanced Guide for Local Governments and Contact
Tracers – Orientation on the Guidelines on the Implementation of Alert Levels System for COVID-19
Response in Pilot Areas” on November 24, 2021 via zoom meeting platform. The activity aims to inform the
local government units (LGUs) with public health and social measures to be taken in the implementation
of the new alert levels system.


The orientation for the thirteen
(13) municipalities of Zambales
was participated by over 300
participants, which were composed
of DILG-hired Contact Tracers,
LGU Contact Tracers, together with
Philippine National Police (PNP)
and Bureau of Fire Protection
(BFP) personnel acting as contact
tracers, members of Barangay
Health Emergency Response Team
(BHERT) and LGU volunteers from
the province of Zambales.
In her message, PD Bactad
expressed her sincerest gratitude
to all participants who actively took
part in this activity, especially to
all local and national governments
with their continuous efforts through
strategic planning towards a safe nakikita ang kalaban,” PD Bactad determined by the IATF. The system
and protected nation. emphasized. serves as a guide to specify the
public health and social measures
She also stressed that minimum LGOO VI Dan A. Esteban, Municipal to be undertaken in relation to the
public health standards should be Local Government Operations COVID-19 response, and may be
continuously adhered to despite the Officer (MLGOO) of LGU- San updated based on new scientific
gradual decreasing of COVID-19 Narciso discussed the Salient knowledge, information about the
cases in the Province. PD Bactad features of the Guidelines on the effectiveness of control measures
further emphasized that being Implementation of Alert Levels in the country and overseas, and its
vaccinated is a social responsibility Systems for COVID-19 Response application.
- the DILG Provincial Director in Pilot Areas. LGOO VI Esteban
explained that by being vaccinated, explained that the alert level Afterwards, Dr. Madonna
one is not simply securing their systems are the new Community Rodriquez-Alegado from Provincial
own protection from the virus, they Quarantine Classifications to be Health Office (PHO) presented the
indirectly secure the protection of adopted for a more strategic way Updates on the Vaccination Program
the individuals around them as well. of dealing with COVID-19. This in the Province. Dr. Alegado also
shall cover entire provinces, cities, shared the Philippine National and
“Whole of government, whole of municipalities and/or regions, as Vaccination Plan for COVID-19, in
nation approach po itong ginagawa may be deemed necessary— order to educate the participants on
natin, lahat po tayo ay stakeholders aiming to manage and minimize the the importance of being vaccinated
sa war na kung saan ang risk of the disease through System to expedite the nation’s transition to
kinakaharap po natin ay hindi natin Indicators, Triggers and Thresholds the new normal.

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LGU San Antonio and DILG recognize top

barangay prime movers for peace, and public


safety in its 4th Quarter Meeting for the year



BY LGOO VI Jonnel B. Edillor
The barangays of San Antonio, Zambales—who were exceptional
in the performance of their duties and mandates—were recognized
during the 4th quarter meeting of the Municipal Peace and Order
Council- Municipal Anti-Drug Abuse Council- Municipal Task
Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (MPOC-MADAC-
MTF-ELCAC) held in Bahay Pag-asa, Barangay Burgos, San
Antonio, Zambales on December 16, 2021.

The said undertaking served as the efforts of all the Lupon in the
an avenue to acknowledge the top implementation of Katarungang
performing Lupong Tagapamayapa Pambarangay in the midst of
in the municipality. Plaques of COVID-19 pandemic.
Commendation were given to
Barangays San Miguel, Santiago, Barangay East Dirita, on the other
and Antipolo for being the 2nd hand, was awarded with Plaque
Runner-Up, 1st Runner-Up, and of Recognition for being the sole
the Best Lupong Tagapamayapa, barangay to be rated with high
respectively— resulting from of the functionality rating in the recently
assessment for the 2021 Lupong concluded 2021 Barangay Peace
Tagapamayapa Incentives Awards and Order Council Functionality for the efforts of the barangay officials
(LTIA) at the municipal level. Audit. Moreover, the barangay was in representing the Municipality of San
also recognized and acknowledged Antonio in the pilot run of the Seal of
Further, all barangays were for its highly functional Barangay Good Local Governance for Barangay
awarded with Certificate of Anti-Drug Abuse Council (BADAC), (SGLGB) for the year 2021.
Appreciation and Sertipiko ng in view of the 2021 BADAC
Pagkilala signed by Usec. Martin Functionality Audit. The awarding ceremony was led by
Dino and Secretary of the Interior Hon. Preciliano M. Ruiz, Municipal
and Local Government Eduardo Lastly, Barangay San Nicolas was Mayor, Hon. Juanito P. Dimaculangan,
M. Año, in grateful recognition of commended in grateful appreciation Sangguniang Bayan Member and
Chairperson of the Committee on Peace
and Order and Public Safety, Hon. Deo
N. Delos Reyes, Liga ng mga Barangay
President, and LGOO VI Jonnel B.
Edillor, Municipal Local Government
Operations Officer of DILG San Antonio.

The MPOC-MADAC-MTF-ELCAC
meeting is conducted quarterly to ensure
that the peace and order situation and
concerns regarding illegal drugs in
the municipality are being addressed
and monitored. Additionally, it also
serves as a platform to recognize the
prime movers and stakeholders in the
municipality, who carry-out peace and
order initiatives that contribute to the
safekeeping of the community.


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Dr. Pinky P. Ayson, MHO discussing the plans for the 3-day
National Vaccination Days
CASTILLEJOS POPS CLUSTER EXAMINES PEACE AND

ORDER AND PUBLIC SAFETY CHALLENGES IN 2021,

RENEWS COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC WELFARE



BY LGOO VI Sheryl Ann Q. Dungca

Hon. Mayor Eleanor D. Dominguez funded projects. everyone to participate in the three
and the cluster, which included (3)-Day Immunization undertaking,
members of the Municipal Peace and The cluster meeting also served as by urging all participants to bring
Order Council (MPOC), Municipal a venue to discuss the municipality’s unvaccinated people to the four
Anti-Drug Abuse Council (MADAC), plan and readiness for the National (4) designated vaccination sites.
Municipal Task Force to End Local Vaccination Days, which will be She also reminded barangay
Communist Armed Conflict (MTF- held on November 29-December 1, officials to secure their Safety Seals
ELCAC), Municipal Disaster Risk 2021. The Barangay Officials and and adhere to Inter-Agency Task
Reduction and Management their Barangay Based Institutions Force (IATF) decisions and other
Council (MDRRMC), Municipal likewise joined the POPS Cluster guidelines. “Kayang-kaya natin
Council for the Protection of Children members via Google Meet. kung sama-sama tayo para sa
(MCPC), Local Committee on Anti- mas mapayapa, ligtas, at malusog
Trafficking and Violence Against Mayor Dominguez praised the na Bayan ng Castillejos”, Mayor
Women (LCAT-VAW) and the Local cluster members for their support Dominguez concluded in her
Project Monitoring Council (LPMC), and contributions to the LGU’s message.
discussed the issues and concerns, accomplishments for the year 2021.
accomplishments and plans for the According to her, despite the threat The POPS Cluster meets every
remainder of the year in the areas of COVID-19, it was indeed a busy quarter to ensure that all of its
of peace and order, illegal drugs, year for the LGU, wherein the LGU members’ activities, issues,
insurgency, health, and violence was still able to undertake several and concerns are appropriately
against women and children, as initiatives for the residents of coordinated and interventions are
well as the implementation of locally Castillejos’ welfare. She also invited addressed to respective channels.




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DILG ZAMBALES, PARTNER

NGAs GEAR UP BADACs IN


STRENGTHENING ANTI-DRUG

ABUSE EFFORTS




(DSWD) Region III and Cluster Head Ms. Rose Chell Anne C. Rojas
of Pampanga Area Office National Youth Commision (NYC) served
as resource persons during the activity and tackled the various
topics which includes a refresher Course on BADAC; Performance of
BADAC Duties; Human Rights, Gender Sensitivity and Child-Friendly
approach in performing BADAC duties; Youth and Drug Prevention;
Community Based Drug Rehabilitation Program (CBDRP); Efforts to
Sustain the Drug-Cleared Status of the Province and Strengthening
BADACs on Aftercare and Reintegration Program.

Recognizing the critical roles of the BADACs in the coordination and
proper monitoring of drug-related incidents in their barangays, DILG
Zambales will continue its efforts to provide capacity development
interventions for them to effectively perform their mandated functions
and further intensify the campaign against illegal drugs at the local
levels. region3.dilg.gov.ph/zambales
[email protected]
047-811-1218/ 047-307-2661

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BOTOLAN POPS CLUSTER SUSTAINS GAINS

IN PUBLIC ORDER ...

Drug Abuse Council (ADAC) Special Award Marker by DILG Zambales
Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad before the local government unit
of Botolan, for sustaining the drug-free status of their unaffected
barangays for years 2017-2019. The marker was personally handed by
PD Bactad to Mayor Maniquiz and Vice Mayor Doris D. Ladines and
witnessed by the POPS cluster and other local officials and functionaries.
MLGOO Esteban provides updates on the
Likewise, PD Bactad expressed her admiration and appreciation to the latest RCSP accomplishments
stakeholders of the LGU for always responding to the call of public
service and for everyone’s hard and remarkable work in sustaining the
generally peaceful and orderly situation in their locality and efforts in
drug clearing matters.

Mayor Maniquiz, in response, thanked the national government
agencies and the members of the POPS Cluster, as well as the barangay
officials and reaffirmed that efforts for the welfare of the Botoleños SFO3 Espares discusses the accomplishment
shall remain the prime concern of the municipality. of BFP for the last quarter of the year



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BOTOLAN POPS CLUSTER SUSTAINS GAINS IN PUBLIC ORDER AND SAFETY,
CALLS FOR A MORE AGGRESSIVE VAX DEMAND GENERATION IN ITS LAST
MEETING FOR THE YEAR

By LGOO VI Shieralyn B. Esteban

otolan, Zambales Municipal Mayor Doris E. Maniquiz, together with the local government unit’s Public Order and
BSafety (POPS) cluster — called on the stakeholders’ participation in promoting the safety, health and wellness of
the Botoleños’ by doing their share to ramp up the vaccination turnout of the municipality— during its 4th quarter
2021 joint Municipal Peace and Order Council, Municipal Anti-Drug Abuse Council, Municipal Task Force- End Local
Communist Armed Conflict and Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council meeting on December
2, 2021 at the Municipal Hall Grounds.
Mayor Maniquiz, in her message magkaroon tayo ng herd immunity… on the status of drug clearing in the
underscored that vaccination remains [kung saan] mas marami na ang municipality by Assistant Provincial
the top protection of oneself especially bakunado at di na magkakahawahan.. Officer Marlou Ordoña of Philippine
that a new variant, Omicron has been maibabalik na ang dating sigla ng Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA);
detected and may also reach the ating bayan. Kaya sana magpabakuna Accomplishments of the Bureau of Fire
country in a matter of time. na po lahat,’’ she said, reiterating that Protection by Fire Marshal Salvador
vaccines work best against the disease. Espares and accomplishments of
“Patuloy po tayong mag-iingat lalo Among the other highlights of the the LGU in disaster preparedness
ngayon na may bagong variant na mas meeting include presentation of the and response, as well as the initial
nakakahawa. Kung kaya’t mahalaga current peace and order situation- plan of actions in anticipation of the
na tayo po ay magpapabakuna. Tayo statistics on cases of criminality and possibility of Mt. Pinatubo eruption by
po ay medyo nahuhuli sa buong illegal drugs by Acting Chief of Police Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and
lalawigan.. mababa ang case natin ng Noemi D. Diaz; Accomplishments on Management Officer Andy Divino.
pagpapabakuna, kaya nakikiusap po the Retooled Community Support
ako dahil ito lamang po ang paraan Program (RCSP) by Municipal Local Finally, the undertaking was ended
upang makaiwas tayo sa malubhang Government Operations Officer with an awarding of the 2020 Anti-
sakit… para na rin po mag-normalize Shieralyn B. Esteban and 2LT Uldarico
na ang ating pamumuhay, once S. Facilan Jr. of Philippine Army; Report continue to page 20 >>
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