Minutes of Sangguniang Panlungsod Session

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 AT THE CITY HALL

Present:

Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo- City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer

Hon. Gina G. Perez - - City Councilor

Hon. John Carlos G. Delos Reyes- “ “

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo- - “ “

Hon. Marey Beth D. Marzan - - “ “

Hon. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano–Garcia - “ “

Hon. Edwin J. Piano - - - “ “

Hon. Angelito W. Baloy - - - “ “

Hon. Anselmo A. Aquino- - “ “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu- - - - - “ “

Absent:

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.- - City Councilor

(Sick Leave)

Hon. Carlito A. Baloy- - President, Liga ng mga Barangay

(On Official Business)

Hon. Robine Rose C. Buenafe - SK Federation President

(Sick Leave)

Call to Order

The City Vice-Mayor and Presiding Officer Cynthia G. Cajudo called the session to order at 5:30 in the afternoon.

Roll Call

With Nine (9) members and the Presiding Officer present, a quorum was declared.

Reading and Adoption of the Minutes

Councilor Gina Perez requested for a two-minute recess for the reading of the minutes.

Before the adoption of the minutes dated August 1, 2007, corrections were noted on the following:

1. page 17 – Other Matters:

A. Councilor Pinao should read Councilor Piano

B. Gie Baloy should be Carlito Baloy

With no other observation, the body adopted the minutes of the Regular Session held last August 1, 2007, as corrected, on motion of Councilor Gina G. Perez.

Reading and Approval of the Day’s Agenda

Before the approval of the day’s agenda, Councilor Rodel Cerezo read the items on 1st and 2nd reading, to wit:

First Reading:

1. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-64 - A Resolution Implementing An Experimental Truck Ban Within The Major Thoroughfares And Streets Of Olongapo City. Sponsored by Councilor Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.

2. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-65 – A Resolution Authorizing The Honorable City Mayor James Gordon, Jr. To Represent The City Of Olongapo And Enter Into A Contract Of Loan With The Development Bank Of The Philippines (DBP) In The Principal Amount Of Seventy Million Pesos (PhP70,000,000.00) For The Purpose Of Financing The Purchasing Of Dredging Machine Stated Herein And To Sign The Loan Agreement, Deed Of Assignment, The Promissory Note And Other Documents Related Thereto. Sponsored by Councilors Marey Beth D. Marzan, Rodel S. Cerezo And Anselmo A. Aquino

3. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-66 – A Resolution Confirming And Ratifying The Amended List Of The Medical Equipments Financed By The DBP Loan As Recommended By The Chief Of Hospital Dr. Arturo Mendoza. Sponsored by Councilor Angelito W. Baloy

4. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-67 – A Resolution Confirming And Ratifying The Placement Of PABX System In The Old Building And The Rest Of The 20 Lines In The New Building As Recommended By The Chief Of Hospital Dr. Arturo Mendoza. Sponsored by Councilor Angelito W. Baloy

5. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-24 – An Ordinance Approving The Reversion Of Fund Amounting To P30 Million From The NPC Power Bill To Capital Outlay Of The Public Utilities Department To Finance The Continuing Rehabilitation And Maintenance Program Of The Said Department. Sponsored by Councilor Marey Beth D. Marzan

6. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-25 – An Ordinance Appropriating The Amount Of Six Hundred Ninety Seven Thousand One Hundred Fifty Eight Pesos And Thirty Nine Centavos (PhP697,158.39) To The Item Overtime Pay For The Services Rendered During The May 14, 2007 Election To Be Taken From The Unappropriated Balance Of The General Fund. Sponsored by Councilor Marey Beth D. Marzan

7. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-68 - A Resolution Approving The Request Of Barangay Barretto To Operate A Mini Fair Within Their Jurisdiction Subject To The Prescribed Guidelines Of The Sangguniang Panlungsod. Sponsored by Councilor Angelito W. Baloy

8. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-26 – An Ordinance Requesting For An Additional Appropriation For Office Supplies, Repair And Maintenance, IT Equipment And Software, Traveling Expenses, Representation Expenses, Repair And Maintenance Of Motor Vehicles Of The Sangguniang Panlungsod, To Be Taken From The Unappropriated Balance Of The General Fund (2007 IRA Adjustment) To Date. Sponsored by The Majority Party

Second Reading:

1. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-57 – A Resolution Ratifying The Memorandum Of Agreement Entered Into By And Between Philippine National Police Crime Laboratory (PNPCL) Represented By Police Chief Supt. Arturo G. Cacdac, Jr. And The City Government Of Olongapo Represented By City Mayor James Gordon, Jr. Sponsored by Councilor John Carlos G. Delos Reyes

2. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-58 – A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement With The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical And Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), Of The Department Of Science And Technology (DOST), Regarding The Community-Based Flood Management Program (CBFMP). Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano

3. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-60 – A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor James Gordon, Jr., To Enter Into Memorandum Of Agreement (MOA) For And In Behalf Of The City Health Department Of Olongapo With Global City Innovative College Subic International Incorporated (GCICSII) Represented By Corazon B. Guanco, Vice President For Administration. Sponsored by Marey Beth D. Marzan

4. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-23 – An Ordinance Appropriating The Amount Of Two Million One Hundred Ninety Five Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Six Pesos (PhP2,195,876.00) To Satisfy The Civil Liability Of Olongapo City To Dr. Reino Rosete In Civil Case No. 188-0-88 Entitled Dr. Reino Rosete Vs. Former City Mayor Richard Gordon Et. Al. Sponsored by John Carlos G. Delos Reyes

5. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-61 – A Resolution Extending Sincerest Gratitude To The Altruistic And Profound Contribution Of Mr. Ronaldo P. Tiotuico, Director Of The Department Of Tourism (DOT) Region III In The Tourism Awareness Seminar And Strategic Planning Held Last August 30, 2007. Sponsored by Councilor Gina G. Perez

6. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-62 – A Resolution Proffering Earnest Requital To The Distinct And Unselfish Contribution Of Mr. Leonilo C. Agustin, Tourism Consultant Of Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), In The Tourism Awareness Seminar And Strategic Planning Held Last August 30, 2007. Sponsored by Councilor Gina G. Perez

7. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-63 – A Resolution Approving The Annual Budget Of Barangay New Asinan, City Of Olongapo For The Calendar Year 2007. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano

8. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-53 - A Resolution Adopting Gordon College, Board Of Trustees (BOT) Resolution Nos. 27,28,29,30 & 31 Series Of 2007. Sponsored by Councilor Marey Beth D. Marzan

9. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-22 – An Ordinance Repealing Ordinance No. 81, Series Of 2002 And Providing For The Olongapo City 2007 Revenue Code. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano

10. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-19 – An Ordinance Providing For Annual Physical And Dental Check-Up Of Olongapo City Government Employees. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano

11. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-51 – A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor James Gordon, Jr. To Enter Into Memorandum Of Agreement With BSP-James L. Gordon Council Represented By Dr. Ligaya B. Monato, For The Use Of A Parcel Of Land Located At The South-West End Of Tapinac Elementary School, For James L. Gordon Council-BSP Headquarters. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano

Third Reading

1. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-43 – A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement With The Department Of The Interior And Local Government (DILG) Through The Bureau Of Local Government Development (BLGD) Regarding The Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS). Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano

2. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-54 – A Resolution Converting Transcon Area As Multi-Purpose Complex. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano

In addition to the agenda, Councilor Piano moved for the inclusion for first reading, “A Resolution Expressing Deep Condolences To The Bereaved Family Of Mr. Ruperto B. Gatpo, Purok Leader Of Barangay Sta. Rita, This City”

Councilor Marzan manifested to amend the title in item 5, “An Ordinance Approving The Reversion Of Fund Amounting To P30 Million From The NPC Power Bill To Capital Outlay Of The Public Utilities Department To Finance The Continuing Rehabilitation And Maintenance Program Of The Said Department” to “An Ordinance Approving The Reversion Of Fund Amounting To Thirty Million (PhP30,000,000.00) From NPC Power Bill To The Unappropriated Surplus Of The General Fund And Appropriating Thereafter To The Item Capital Outlay Of The Public Utilities Department.”

Other amendments by Councilor Marzan in item 8, “An Ordinance Requesting For An Additional Appropriation For Office Supplies, Repair And Maintenance, IT Equipment And Software, Traveling Expenses, Representation Expenses, Repair And Maintenance Of Motor Vehicles Of The Sangguniang Panlungsod, To Be Taken From The Unappropriated Balance Of The General Fund (2007 IRA Adjustment) To Date” to “An Ordinance Appropriating The Amount Of Four Hundred Seventy Five Thousand Pesos (PhP475,000.00) To The Item Office Supplies, Repair And Maintenance – IT Equipment & Software, Traveling Expense, Representation Expense, Repair And Maintenance- Motor Vehicle Under The Maintenance And Other Operating Expenses Of The Sangguniang Panlungsod To Be Taken From The Adjustment In The LGU-ECOZONE Share (1% SBMA Tax)”

With no further observation the Day’s Agenda was approved unanimously as amended.

Communications and Referrals of Business

Communications Read:

1. Letter from Councilor Marey Beth D. Marzan pertaining to the inquiry of Kgd. Lydia Demorse dated 15 August and referred to her on 22 August by the Honorable Presiding Officer regarding the stated part of the whereas of Resolution No. 07, Series of 2007 of Barangay Barretto which says; "Whereas, whoever would be awarded of the right to operate shall be subject to securing of permits and other related documents such as license to operate by City Concerned. According to Councilor Marzan, Brgy. Barretto, Resolution No. 7 is not in conflict with the provisions of the Local Government Code and conforms to the City Ordinance No. 49, Series of 2005. (For information and guidance)

2. Letter from Hon. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano-Garcia, City Councilor addressed to the Honorable City Vice-Mayor Cynthia G. Cajudo manifesting withdrawal of her favorable vote for the passage of an Ordinance, entitled, “An Ordinance appropriating the amount of PhP9,414,000.00 to the item office equipment, office supplies, representation and other expenses of the Office of the City Mayor to be taken from the Unappropriated Balance of the General Fund,” for being contrary to law and public policy. (Referred to the Committees on Laws, Rules and Privileges)

3. Copy of a letter from M. A. Esquivel addressed to Letty J. Magsanoc, Editor-In-Chief, Philippine Inquirer, copy furnished to Councilor John Carlos Delos Reyes thanking Christian Esguerra for Sunday (August 12, 2007) Inquirer's front page story on Kapatiran's John Carlos G. delos Reyes. (For information and guidance)

4. Letter from Mr. Nam Kyung Hyun, President-International Youth Fellowship Philippines to Hon. Vice-Mayor Cynthia G. Cajudo, inviting her together with the Sangguniang Panlungsod Members to attend the Grand Cultural Exchange with IYF Korean Students on September 21, 2007, 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and further requesting the Vice-Mayor to say a few words of welcome. (For information and guidance)

5. Copy of the Board of Trustees (BOT) Resolution Nos. 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31, all Series of 2007 of Gordon College. (For review of everyone)

6. Letter from Louis D. Pawid III, Director, Political Affairs, Office of Senator Richard J. Gordon addressed to the Council Secretary, thanking for our letter dated Dec. 18, 2006. (Referred to the Committee on Tourism)

7. First Endorsement from the City Mayor addressed to this body the proposed appointment of Atty. Angelito R. Orozco as City Government Department Head II (City Legal Officer) SG-26. (Referred to the Committee on Personnel and Organizational Development)

8. Letter from Hon. City Vice-Mayor Cynthia G. Cajudo furnishing all the City Councilors a copy of Schedule of Activities set tomorrow up to Friday for the General Orientation On Core LGU Operations and Legal Requirements For Newly-Elected Officials (NEO) Of Region III, in Clark, Pampanga and a note on that travel.

9. Letter from Benjamin R. Arellano, of No. 4 Altman St., West Tapinac, Olongapo City addressed to Hon. City Mayor James "Bong" Gordon, Jr. According to him, he was confined at the James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital from July 16 to 24, 2007 and he wishes to bring to the attention of the Mayor the very unhygienic condition. (Referred to the Committee on Health for immediate action)

10. Letter from the City Vice-Mayor for Hon. City Mayor James Gordon, Jr., attn: Mr. Ferdie Magrata, Dr. Arturo Mendoza, Dr. Arnildo Tamayo, Dr. Donald Vigo and Ms. Leticia Doropan, requesting permission to invite the mentioned employees to attend the Committee Hearing regarding the proposed Draft Ordinance No. 2007-0-19 entitled, An Ordinance Providing For Annual Physical And Dental Check-Up Of Olongapo City Government Employees.

11. Letter from Jefferson M. Sadera, Managing Editor, Balitang Ozisero to the Council Secretary on the cost estimation of publishing Sandiganbayan Decision On Criminal Case No. 26174 which acquits the Vice-Mayor of Olongapo City, Honorable Cynthia G. Cajudo to the graft case filed against her. There are 63 pages of the decision which is equivalent to 8 pages in the newspaper, times 12 thousand each page equivalent to PhP96,000.00 but the price is adjustable. (Referred to the Committee on Appropriation)

12. Letter from Dante L. Hondo, Zone II-Vice President, Public Utility Tricycle, Zone II, Olongapo City, addressed to Hon. City Vice-Mayor Cynthia G. Cajudo thru: Hon. JC delos Reyes, Chairman, Committee on Transportation submitting the list of terminals located at Zone II, Olongapo City. (Referred to the Committee on Transportation)

13. Copy of the letter from Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes to Hon. City Mayor James Gordon, Jr., attn: Col. Jose A. Aquino Jr., about the blatant and rampant violation of law and ordinance concerning colorum vehicles and also seeking assistance to indorse and launch the Drayber Olongapo, Magalang Sa Pasahero campaign. (For information and guidance)

14. Memorandum Circular No. 2007-03-PCL-OC from Councilor Gina Gulanes-Perez for All Officers of PCL-Olongapo Chapter informing that there will be a meeting on September 17, 2007 at 9:00 A.M. at the Session Hall of the Sangguniang Panlungsod regarding Student Consultation set on September 20, 2007 at the Olongapo City Convention Center. (For information and guidance)

15. Letter from Cesar D. Cueto, Managing Director, Gateway East, Inc., Forum on: LOVE EARTH "Protect the Environment or Perish" inviting attendance to the Forum on LOVE E.A.R.T.H. (Environmentally Aware & Responsive Teams for the Homeland) on September 24-26, 2007 at Bohol Tropics in Tagbilaran City, focusing on the different fields of environmental management and relationship with the climate change. (Referred to the Committee on Environment)

16. Resolution No. 20, Series of 2007 of Barangay New Cabalan, Olongapo City, entitled, A Resolution Authorizing The Barangay Treasurer To Withdraw The Amount Of PhP86,402.40 For The Declogging Project of Barangay New Cabalan. (For review of Councilor Marzan)

17. Barangay Resolution No. 21, 2007 of New Cabalan entitled, A Resolution Approving The Withdrawal Of The Amount Of PhP9,950.00 For The Extension Of The Bangal Elementary School Waiting Shed. (For review of Councilor Marzan)

18. Barangay Resolution No. 23, 2007 of New Cabalan entitled, A Resolution Approving The Withdrawal Of PhP9,950.00 For Minor Renovation Of The Tribal Council Office At Purok 7. (For review of Councilor Marzan)

19. Resolution No. 24, Series of 2007 from Brgy. New Cabalan, entitled, A Resolution Approving The Withdrawal Of PhP40,000.00 For The Purchase Of Fire And Rescue Team Tools And Equipment. (For review of Councilor Marzan)

20. Letter from City Mayor, addressed to the City Vice-Mayor and Members of this body to consider the urgent passage of an Ordinance appropriating the amount of PhP697,158.39 to the item Overtime and Night Pay under Personal Services of the Office of the City Treasurer. (Referred to the Committee on Appropriations)

21. Letter from Ma. Dolores D. Figueroa, Council Executive of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines, Olongapo City Council addressed to Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo, GSP, Vice Pres. For Field, Olongapo City requesting for the free transportation to the participants of the Regional Skill O' Rama for junior girl scouts on September 22-23, 2007 at Central Luzon Regional Office, Bamban, Tarlac. Eight girls and one troop leader will participate.

22. Letter from Mr. Arnel V. Andrade, concerned parent stating that the parents and teachers of the 11 CENTEX students allowed their children to join The Milo Little Olympics - to be held on Sept. 21-23, 2007 in Narciso Ramos Sports and Civic Center, Lingayen, Pangasinan. They are seeking for help and support-in kind, services like transportation. (Referred to the Committee on Appropriations)

23. Letter from Zosimo A. Cabiling, Brgy. Kagawad, Old Cabalan, Olongapo City addressed to the City Vice-Mayor and Members of the City Council regarding Adm. Case No. 06 (12-06-05), Cabiling Vs. Brgy. Captain Rolando S. Alba, following up the resolution with regard to the motion for reconsideration filed by Brgy. Capt. Rolando S. Alba, as the 15 days given by the DILG to the respondent ended on August 23, 2007. (Referred to the Committee on Laws)

24. Letter from City Vice-Mayor to All NGO Accreditation Applicants (BSP-JLGC, SUGPO, SAMPOL, Senior Citizens, UNA, OBC, etc.) regarding the Committee Hearing of their application for City Accreditation on September 18, 2:00 P.M. at the Sangguniang Panlungsod Session Hall. (For information)

25. Copy of the letter of Mr. Faustino Almeda regarding pedestrian lane at the Ulo ng Apo. (Referred to the Committee on Traffic)

26. Letter from Mr. Arnel Andrade Alliance In Motion Global Inc. (Aim Global), requesting permission to allow the conduct of health education as well as product presentation. (Next Wednesday)

27. Copy of the Vice-Mayor’s letter to the City Mayor requesting permission to invite concerned Department Heads in a series of committee hearings regarding the proposed Draft Ordinance No. 2007-O-22, entitled, An Ordinance Repealing 2002 Revenue Code And Providing For The Olongapo City 2007 Revenue Code. (For information and guidance)

28. Solicitation letter from Felicisima C. Bernardo and Jeffrey M. Atienza, BSSW4, students Columban College dated September 7, 2007, appealing for the continuation the Upper Hulo Chapel. (Referred to the Committee on Appropriations)

29. Letter from Nieves Montevirgen for Hon. Cynthia Cajudo and Members of the City Council, this City, following-up the resolution on the motion for reconsideration filed by Brgy. Captain Alejandro S. Ubungen, Adm. Case No. 12 (09-25-06) Montevirgen vs Brgy. Capt. Alejandro S. Ubungen.

30. Urgent request from the City Mayor for the passage of a resolution authorizing him to represent the City of Olongapo and enter into a contract of loan with the Development Bank of the Philippines in the principal amount of PhP77 Million and to sign the Loan Agreement promissory note and other documents related thereto to implement the aforementioned project. This pertains to the proposed implementation of the acquisition of the dredging machine. (Referred to the Committee as a Whole)

31. City Mayor’s letter on the proposed reversion of funds to finance the PUDs proposed electrical power distribution system continuing rehabilitation and maintenance program. He is requesting for the urgency of the passage of an ordinance reverting the amount of PhP30 Million from the unappropriated National Power Corporation billings to Capital Outlay of the Public Utility Office to fund the above mentioned project.

Committee Reports

Councilor Perez reported on the following:

1. Philippine Councilors League, Olongapo City Chapter

A memo was sent to all officers to discuss the upcoming students consultation which was re-scheduled in September 20, function rooms of the Olongapo City Convention Center. Councilor Perez requested for a meeting on September 17, Sangguniang Panlungsod Session Hall to discuss details of the student consultation.

2. Women Leader Summit according to Councilor Perez. The Asia Foundation with funding support of the United States, Department of the State thru United States Agency for International Development or USAID carried out a two-year empowerment of women leadership program wherein 75 women councilors from selected cities throughout the Philippines; strengthen the leadership skills of the newly elected councilors and link them to the women constituency, build women’s network to advance women’s rights and interests and awareness of women in elective office as effective leaders in their communities and encourage women’s active participation in political life.

The culminating activity was the Women Leaders Summit: “Local Leaders Who Make a Difference” spearheaded in partnership with Ateneo School of Government Dawn Foundation Inc. and Al Mujadilah Development Foundation with the following objectives:

a. Share leadership practices, personal thoughts for good governance.

b. Know the principles of effective/good governance.

c. Create the need for a movement of a new breed of women political leaders for good governance.

On the first day, the participants were welcomed by Ms. Maribel Buenaobra, the Managing Program Officer of the Asia Foundation. Dr. Steven Rood, country representative of the Asia Foundation gave the opening remarks. There were two plenary sessions conducted in the morning:

(1) System for Anti-Corruption: Engaging the Bureaucracy by Hon.Karina Constantino-David, Chair of Civil Service Commission and;

(2) Ethical Leadership and Accountability by Dr. Antonnette Palma- Angeles, Director of the Office of International Programs, Ateneo de Manila University.

In the afternoon, break-out sessions were conducted:

(1) People Center Change by Mayor Jesse Robredo of Naga City.

(2) Winning People’s Confidence through Good Governance by Mayor Sonia Lorenzo and ;

(3) Local Health Practices that Work by Dr. Jaime Galvez Tan.

On the second day, there were 2 plenary presentations held in the morning:

(1) Local Resource Mobilization and Management by Mr. Erlito Pardo, former Deputy Executive Director of the Bureau of Local Government Finance, Department of Finance and;

(2) Environment and Natural Resources Management at the Local Level by Miss Elisea Goson, former Secretary Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

According to Councilor Perez, The Asia Foundation with funding support of the United States.

As Committee Chair on transportation, Councilor delos Reyes informed his colleagues that he met with Col. Aquino of the OTMPS regarding the plans to embark or crackdown all colorum vehicles.

Calendar of Business

Third Reading:

1. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-43 - “A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement With The Department Of The Interior And Local Government (DILG) Through The Bureau Of Local Government Development (BLGD) Regarding The Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS)”. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

Since there are some changes in the said resolution, it is requested that the same should pass third reading. The title was changed to: “A Resolution Authorizing the City Mayor To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement With The Department Of The Interior And Local Government (DILG) Through The Bureau Of Local Government Development (BLGD) And Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS) Network Coordinating Team Of Angelo King Institute of Economic And Business Studies Regarding The Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS) which was opposed by the body. With no other comments, Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-43 was unanimously approved on third reading, upon motion of Councilor Piano.

2. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-54 - “A Resolution Converting Transcon Area As Multi-Purpose Complex”, sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano was approved by majority decision.

Second Reading:

1. On motion of Councilor delos Reyes, Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-57 – “A Resolution Ratifying The Memorandum Of Agreement Entered Into By And Between Philippine National Police Crime Laboratory (PNPCL) Represented By Police Chief Supt. Arturo G. Cacdac, Jr. And The City Government Of Olongapo Represented By City Mayor James Gordon, Jr.”, was deferred for further study.

2. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-58 – “A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement With The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical And Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), Of The Department Of Science And Technology (DOST), Regarding The Community-Based Flood Management Program (CBFMP), was deferred on motion of Councilor Piano.

3. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-60 – A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor James Gordon, Jr., To Enter Into Memorandum Of Agreement (MOA) For And In Behalf Of The City Health Department Of Olongapo With Global City Innovative College Subic International Incorporated (GCICSII) Represented By Corazon B. Guanco, Vice President For Administration”, was deferred on motion of Councilor Marzan.

4. On motion of Councilor delos Reyes, Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-23 – “An Ordinance Appropriating The Amount Of Two Million One Hundred Ninety Five Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Six Pesos (PhP2,195,876.00) To Satisfy The Civil Liability Of Olongapo City To Dr. Reino Rosete In Civil Case No. 188-0-88 Entitled Dr. Reino Rosete Vs. Former City Mayor Richard Gordon Et. Al.,” was deferred pending the receipt of the Certificate of Availability of Funds.

5. On motion of Councilor Perez, Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-61 – “A Resolution Extending Sincerest Gratitude To The Altruistic And Profound Contribution Of Mr. Ronaldo P. Tiotuico, Director Of The Department Of Tourism (DOT) Region III In The Tourism Awareness Seminar And Strategic Planning Held Last August 30, 2007”, was unanimously approved on its second and final reading.

6. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-62 – “A Resolution Proffering Earnest Requital To The Distinct And Unselfish Contribution Of Mr. Leonilo C. Agustin, Tourism Consultant Of Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), In The Tourism Awareness Seminar And Strategic Planning Held Last August 30, 2007”, was approved unanimously on second and final reading on motion of Councilor Perez.

7. On motion of Councilor Piano, Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-63 – “A Resolution Approving The Annual Budget Of Barangay New Asinan, City Of Olongapo For The Calendar Year 2007”, was unanimously approved on second and final reading.

8. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-53 - “A Resolution Adopting Gordon College, Board Of Trustees (BOT) Resolution Nos. 27,28,29,30 & 31 Series Of 2007”. Before moving for the main motion, Councilor Marzan moved to exclude Res. No. 27 to give way to the observation of Councilor Aquino to make an ordinance creating a special fund for Gordon College. Since many observations need further study, on motion of Councilor Marzan, the said resolution was deferred.

9. On motion of Councilor Piano, Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-22 – “An Ordinance Repealing Ordinance No. 81, Series Of 2002 And Providing For The Olongapo City 2007 Revenue Code”, was deferred.

10. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-19 – “An Ordinance Providing For Annual Physical And Dental Check-Up Of Olongapo City Government Employees”, was deferred on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

11. Draft Resolution No. 2007 – R-51 – “A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor James Gordon, Jr. To Enter Into Memorandum Of Agreement With BSP-James L. Gordon Council Represented By Dr. Ligaya B. Monato, For The Use Of A Parcel Of Land Located At The South-West End Of Tapinac Elementary School, For James L. Gordon Council-BSP Headquarters”, was deferred on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

Other Matters

A. On motion of Councilor Piano, “A Resolution Expressing Deep Condolences To The Bereaved Family Of Mr. Ruperto B. Gatpo, Purok Leader Of Barangay Sta. Rita, This City”, was considered as an urgent matter and was approved unanimously on its second and final reading. (Sponsored Unanimously)

B. On motion of Councilor Marzan, Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-24 was considered an urgent matter.

For the discussion, the Councilor apprised the body that the P30 million fund originally intended for the payment of NPC Billings was proposed to be reverted to the unappropriated balance of the General Fund to finance the continuing rehabilitation and maintenance program of the PUD. Instead of doing an automatic reversion, the use of the PhP30 Million fund shall be taken from the unappropriated balance with the following breakdown: PhP10 Million for the Primary and Secondary Distribution Network; PhP7.5 Million for the Sub-Station Operation’s Control and Protection; PhP5 Million for the Revenue Metering Standardization; PhP3.5 Million for the Information System Management; and PhP4 Million for the Sub-transmission and Rehabilitation.

Councilor Marzan said that the details of the project proposal shall form an integral part of the Ordinance. She added that the Certification from the Local Finance Committee, a body empowered to assist the Sangguniang Panlungsod in the analysis and review of the annual and regular supplemental budgets to determine compliance and administrative requirements, shall also form an integral part of the Ordinance, adopted entoto, since, according to her, it is the basis for the reversion and appropriation of fund.

Councilor Marzan also read for the record the recommendations of the Local Finance Committee which pertains to the letter request of Engr. Louie Lopez, PUD General Manager, regarding their justification for their proposed funding of the Electric Power Distribution System Rehabilitation Maintenance Program. One of the justifications is the increasing maintenance costs and the regulatory compliance requirements of the EPIRA Law and of the ERC. Second, Engr. Lopez attested that with its implementation, the system’s improvement will eventually generate the amount reverted with a fair return of investment.

The Local Finance Committee recommended the endorsement of the said proposal to the Sangguniang Panlungsod for the enactment of an appropriate ordinance. In addition, the Committee recommended that PUD initiate proper or legal actions, such as power rates, re-structure applications, reformat of ERC policies and/or private sector participation, in order to solve the technical and financial determination of the power system.

Councilor Marzan then moved for the passage of the said Ordinance. For the comments and observations, Councilor Lipumano-Garcia asked the proponent if they could get the funding from the IRA. Councilor Marzan explained that the IRA is allocated for the city’s social projects, hospital and other needs, while the budget for the payment of NPC Billing is already included in the PUD budget. Thus, instead of using the IRA to finance PUD programs, the proposal suggests that it will come directly from the PUD budget.

Councilor Lipumano-Garcia made a follow up comment that the proposed measure may mean an addition to the PUD debt. In response, Councilor Marzan affirmed the observation of Councilor Lipumano-Garcia and explained that the body will have to decide on whether to put the PUD program on hold due to lack of funding at the moment or do as recommended.

Councilor Perez queried about the return of investment. She added that her concern is on the rehabilitation of PUD’s internal system like the addition of meter readers since the city only has 20 meter readers at present with 42,000 meters to read and also the responsible and prompt payment of bills especially by government offices, officials and employees. Councilor Marzan suggested that Engr. Lopez is in the best position to give light on the matter and answer the queries.

Councilor delos Reyes mentioned to put on record his opinion regarding the above matter. He commented that the PUD problem is part of the systemic problem of the city government. Thus, as the Chairman of the Committee on Public Utilities, Councilor delos Reyes said that he will draft a comprehensive committee report concerning all PUD issues that needs to be addressed. He enjoined his fellow Councilor to help in making the draft.

While awaiting the arrival of Engr. Lopez, the Presiding Officer suggested that a powerpoint presentation by the PUD Department to the Sangguniang Panlungsod body must be done.

Councilor Perez asked the proponent to defer the matter pending the request for a comprehensive presentation by the PUD.

Recess: 7:46 p.m.

Resumed: 8:13 p.m.

Motion for urgency of Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-24 was withdrawn upon the motion of Councilor Marey Beth D. Marzan.

Adjournment

There being no further matters to be discussed, the session was adjourned at 8:15 in the evening.

I HEREBY CERTIFY TO THE

CORRECTNESS OF THE FOREGOING:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON

Council Secretary

ATTEST:

CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO

City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer