Minutes of Sangguniang Panlungsod Session

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON FEBRUARY 06, 2008 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. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano–Garcia -“ “

Hon. Edwin J. Piano - - “ “

Hon. Angelito W. Baloy - “ “

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. - “ “

Hon. Anselmo A. Aquino - “ “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu - “ “

Hon. Carlito A. Baloy - President, Liga Ng Mga Barangay

Hon. Cheenee F. Hoya - - SK Federation President

Absent:

None.

Call To Order

The City Vice-Mayor and Presiding Officer Cynthia G. Cajudo called the session to order At 4:40 in the afternoon.

Roll Call

With eleven (11) members and the Presiding Officer present, a quorum was declared.

Reading And Adoption Of Minutes

On motion of Councilor Gina Perez, the Minutes of the Regular Sessions dated December 12, 19 & 27, 2007 were unanimously adopted by the body, respectively.

Reading And Approval Of The Day’s Agenda

On motion of Councilor Rodel S. Cerezo, the body dispensed with the reading of the agenda since all the Councilors were already furnished a copy.

First Reading:

1. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-09 – An Ordinance Approving The 2008 Executive Budget.

Sponsored Unanimously. (Referred to the Committee as a Whole)

2. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-10 – An Ordinance Prescribing The New Rates Of Garbage Collection Fees Imposed By The Environmental Sanitation And Management Office (ESMO). Sponsored by Councilors Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. and Angelito W. Baloy. (Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means)

3. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-11 - An Ordinance Adopting The Schedule Of Locational Clearance Fees. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano. (Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means)

4. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-021 – A Resolution Approving The Work And Financial Plan For Calendar Year 2008 Of The Olongapo City Disaster Coordinating Council. Sponsored by Councilor Rodel S. Cerezo. (Referred to the Committee as a Whole)

5. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-022 - A Resolution Ratifying The Memorandum Of Agreement Entered Into By The City Government Of Olongapo Represented By City Mayor Hon. James Gordon, Jr. For And In Behalf Of The City Health Office And Global City Innovative College Subic International Incorporated (GCICSII) By Its Vice President For Administration Corazon B. Guanco. Sponsored by Councilor John Carlos G. Delos Reyes. (Referred to the Committee on Health)

6. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-023 – A Resolution Opposing The Creation Of 16 New Chartered Cities As It Is Inimical To The Filipino People. Sponsored by the Majority Party. (Referred to the Committee as a Whole)

Second Reading:

1. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-001-A – A Resolution Congratulating Vicente Tolentino For Winning 2007 Ten Outstanding SBMA Police Officers Of The Year Awards. Sponsored By Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

2. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-001-B – A Resolution Congratulating Rufino Lucas For Winning 2007 Ten Outstanding SBMA Police Officers Of The Year Awards. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

3. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-001-C – A Resolution Congratulating Norman Lucero For Winning 2007 Ten Outstanding SBMA Police Officers Of The Year Awards. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

4. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-01 – An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 101 And Ordinance No. 106 Both Series Of 1978 Providing For The Establishment, Operation And Maintenance Of Cockfighting And The Regulation Of Cockfighting And Commercial Breeding Of Gamecocks. Sponsored by Councilors Angelito W. Baloy, Edwin J. Piano and Gina G. Perez.

5. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-A – A Resolution Congratulating Emmanuel Jonson For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

6. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-B – A Resolution Congratulating Carlo Laborce For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

7. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-C – A Resolution Congratulating Albert Layug For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

8. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-D – A Resolution Congratulating Rosalie Montemayor For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

9. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-E – A Resolution Congratulating Emily Pagal For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

10. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-006 – A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor Honorable James Gordon, Jr. To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement With Globe Telecom/Innove Communications, Inc. For Joint Pole/Lease Rental Agreement. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

11. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R- 009 - A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor Hon. James Gordon, Jr. To Enter Into An Affiliation Agreement Between James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital (JLGMH) And Central Luzon College Of Science & Technology, Represented By Its President, Dr. Renato P. Legaspi. Sponsored by Councilor John Carlos G. Delos Reyes.

12. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 O-04 – An Ordinance Prescribing For The Mandatory Posting Of Notice And Information Regarding Child Protection On Establishments Whose Operation Of Business Is Prejudicial To The Development And Welfare Of Minors. Sponsored by Councilors Rodel S. Cerezo and Angelito W. Baloy.

13. Draft Resolution No. 2008 –R -010 – A Resolution Approving The Application For Preliminary Approval And Development Permit Of Fiesta Communities Olongapo Containing An Area Of 36,342 Square Meters With 370 Saleable Lots Located At Barangay New Cabalan, City Of Olongapo. Sponsored by Councilor Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.

14. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-011 – A Resolution Adopting The Computerization Project Of Various Departments Of The City. Sponsored by Councilors Rodel S. Cerezo and Edwin J. Piano.

15. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-05 – An Ordinance Providing For Tourism-Environmental Education Program In The City Of Olongapo, Prescribing Measures For Its Implementation Thereof, And For Other Purposes. Sponsored by Councilors Rodel S. Cerezo, Gina G. Perez and Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.

16. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-012 – A Resolution Approving The Annual Budget Of Barangay Gordon Heights, City Of Olongapo For The Calendar Year 2008. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

17. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-013 – A Resolution Approving The Annual Budget Of Barangay West Tapinac, City Of Olongapo For The Calendar Year 2008. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

18. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-014 – A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor, Hon. James Gordon, Jr., To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement In Behalf Of The City Of Olongapo With Mr. Carlo Marcelo, Proprietor Of Preventive Motor Supplies Services, Regarding The Repair And Maintenance Of The City Owned Tow-Truck Under The Office Of The Traffic Management And Public Safety. Sponsored by Councilor Gina G. Perez.

19. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-016 – A Resolution Approving The Application Of Globe Telecom To Construct Telephone Cabinet At Arthur St., West Bajac-Bajac, Olongapo City.

Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

20. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-017 – A Resolution Approving The Application Of Globe Telecom To Construct Telephone Cabinet At Laguna St., Barretto, Olongapo City. Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

21. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-018 – A Resolution Approving The Application Of Globe Telecom To Construct Telephone Cabinet At Gordon Avenue, Pag-asa, Olongapo City.

Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

22. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-019 – A Resolution Approving The Application Of Globe Telecom To Construct Telephone Cabinet At Elicano St., East Bajac-Bajac, Olongapo City.

Sponsored by Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

23. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-020 – A Resolution Enjoining The City Planning And Development Office (CPDO) And The Office Of Traffic Management And Public Safety (OTMPS) To Make Studies And Plans To Establish Bicycle Lanes In The Major Thoroughfares Of The City Of Olongapo. Sponsored by Councilor Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.

24. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 O-06 – An Ordinance Establishing The Dental Health Section Under The City Health Department. Sponsored by Councilors Gina G. Perez and Angelito W. Baloy.

25. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 O-07 – An Ordinance Establishing An Olongapo City Sports Program, Creating The Olongapo City Sports Council (OCSC) And Providing Funds For Its Implementation Thereof. Sponsored by Councilor Rodel S. Cerezo.

26. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 O-08 – An Ordinance Naming The Kalaklan Bridge Connecting The Subic Bay Freeport Zone And Olongapo City As The Kalaklan Lighthouse Bridge. Sponsored by Councilors Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. and Gina G. Perez.

27. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-34 – An Ordinance Regulating The Operation Of Optical Clinics In Olongapo For The Purpose Of Preventing Illegal Practice Of Optometry, Providing Penalty For Violation Thereof. Sponsored by Councilor Angelito W. Baloy.

Councilor Gie Baloy amended the sponsorship on Item No. 4 under Second Reading, Draft Ordinance No. 2008-O-01. He said it would be for Majority Sponsorship. Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes however manifested that he is not sponsoring the said Ordinance. Thus, the body approved it for majority sponsorship but excluding Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes.

For item no. 18 under the Second Reading, Councilor Gina G. Perez mentioned to add Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes as sponsor.

For item no. 25, Draft Ordinance No. 2008-O-07, Councilor Rodel S. Cerezo mentioned to add Councilors Cheenee Hoya, Jong Cortez and Gie Baloy as sponsors.

With no other observations, the body approved the Day’s Agenda as amended, on motion of Councilor Rodel S. Cerezo.

Communications And Referrals Of Business

Communications Read:

1. Copy of Ordinance No. 1, Series of 2008 of Brgy. New Cabalan, Olongapo City, entitled, “An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 5, Series of 2003 Prohibiting The Parking Of Delivery Truck, Private Vehicles Along The Area Of Rizal St., New Cabalan, Olongapo City.” (Referred to the Committees on Transportation and Traffic)

2. Resolution 06, Series of 2008 from Brgy. New Cabalan, “A Resolution Approving To Implement Five Pesos (PhP5.00) Minimum Cash Ticket And A Maximum Of Ten Pesos (PhP10.00) Cash Ticket Of All Vendors Within Rizal St., Purok 2, And Within The Vicinity Of All Purok 1 At New Cabalan, Olongapo City.” (Referred to the Committee on Business and Vendors)

3. Resolution No. 17, Series of 2008 of New Cabalan, “A Resolution Approving To Purchase Seven (7) Hand Radio Battery And Replace Plastic Housing And Speaker Assembly In The Amount Of PhP21,100.00.” (Referred to the Committee on Peace and Order for review)

4. Resolution No. 17-A, Series of 2008 of New Cabalan, “A Resolution Approving To Purchase Additional Three (3) Hand Held Radio Battery In the Amount ofPhP7,800.00.” (Referred to the Committee on Peace and Order for review)

5. Resolution No. 18, Series of 2008 of New Cabalan, “A Resolution Approving The Six (6) Priority Projects For The Barangay For The Fiscal Year 2008 To Be Funded By The Hon. James Bong Gordon, City Mayor, Olongapo City,” which are:

1. Construction of drainage and concreting of Caimito Street, Purok 3, New Cabalan

2. Construction of drainage and concreting of Liwanag Street, Purok 4

3. Construction of drainage and concreting of Zenia Street, Purok 5

4. Construction of drainage and concreting of Uranus Street, Purok 7

5. Construction of drainage and concreting of Apollo Street, Purok 7

6. Construction of drainage and concreting of Dhalia Street, Purok 5.

(Referred to the Committee on Public Works and Engineering)

6. Resolution No. 19, Series of 2008 of New Cabalan, entitled, “A Resolution Approving To Purchase Desk Plate For Barangay Council Members And Barangay Officials Of Barangay New Cabalan, Olongapo City.” (Referred to the Committee on Appropriations for review)

7. Resolution No. 20, Series of 2008 of Brgy. New Cabalan, “A Resolution Approving To Withdraw The Amount Nine Thousand Five Hundred (PhP9,500.00) Pesos For The Purchase Of Three (3) Tires Intended For The Ambulance SBH 644 And Mobile Van SGE 751.” (Referred to the Committee on Appropriations for review)

8. Resolution No. 21, Series of 2008 of New Cabalan, “A Resolution Approving To Purchase Starter Assembly Of Ambulance SBH 644 In The Amount Of Four Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (PhP4,500.00).” (Referred to the Committee on Appropriations for review)

9. Copy of a Memorandum from Conrado C. Viray Jr., Barangay Captain, Brgy. New Asinan for Hon. City Mayor James “Bong” Gordon, Jr. seeking for the approval to put up a Mini Fair in their Barangay in addition to their income. Proceeds of their project is intended for the repair of Patrol Van 15 JEP, reconstruction of BSPO office and purchase of four mountain bikes. Attached also is Resolution No. 007, Series of 2008, entitled, “A Resolution Requesting Our Hon. City Mayor James “Bong” Gordon, Jr. For The Approval Of Mini Fair For The Benefit Of Brgy. Asinan.” (Referred to the Committees on Business and on Barangay Affairs)

10. Memorandum from SRINSP Rodel M. Manuel BFP, Acting City Fire Marshal, Department Of The Interior And Local Government, Bureau Of Fire Protection, Region 3, Olongapo City for Hon. Aquilino Cortez, Jr., City Councilor, as Chairman of the Committee on Environment Protection, Land Use, Housing and Zonification regarding the evaluation and suggestion to the memorandum dated December 5, 2007 wherein he conducted Fire Safety Inspection at proposed subdivision located at Barangay New Cabalan, Olongapo City. The five recommendations are stated in his communications. (Referred to Councilor Jong Cortez and to the Committee on Peace and Order and Public Safety)

11. Minutes of The Regular Meeting Of The Sangguniang Barangay Officials (SBO) Of Barangay West Tapinac, Olongapo City held on Friday, 11 January 2008 at their Barangay Hall. (For review of Councilor delos Reyes)

12. Memorandum from the City Administrator Fernando M. Magrata for the City Department/Office Heads regarding the Schedule of Annual Physical Examination. For the City Council:

 Vice Mayor Cynthia Cajudo, whose birthday was last February 2

 ABC President Carlito A. Baloy, yesterday, February 5

 Abigail Santiago, February 8

 Kgd. John Carlos delos Reyes, February 14

 Joe Ellamil, February 27

13. Resolution No. 001, Series of 2008 of Barangay Old Cabalan, Olongapo City entitled, “Presented for consideration is the Annual Budget Of Barangay Old Cabalan, For The Period Of January 01 To December 31, 2008 In The Sum Of Four Million Five Hundred Nineteen Thousand Fifty One Pesos & 03/100 (PhP4,519,051.03).” (Referred to the Committee on Appropriations for review)

14. Copy of a Memorandum from Councilor Gina Perez for the Hon. James Gordon, Jr. regarding PNP Report on Apprehended Vagrants. (Referred to the Committees on Peace and Order and Women)

15. Memorandum from Councilor Perez for Hon. Conrado Viray, Barangay Captain regarding Ordinance No. 002, 003, 004, and 006, Series of 2008 cc: City Council, TODA, VMAT, J-03 PUJ Owners and Drivers Association. The City Councilor like to call for a Committee Meeting on February 6, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. in the Session Hall. (For the information of everybody)

The Presiding Officer asked what the memorandum was about. Councilor Perez said it was the Barangay Ordinances and Resolutions referred to her. One was the terminal fee requested to be imposed to the Tricycle Drivers Association. According to the Councilor, they noted a conflict regarding this since the public road is used for the terminal thus a legislation to impose fee is not valid. Second, Councilor Perez also mentioned the plan to impose rental fee for the sidewalk vendors. Last is about Barangay East Bajac-Bajac intending to withdraw their share on the RPT which they will discuss with the City Mayor.

16. Resolution No. 26-A, Series of 2008 of Brgy. New Cabalan, Olongapo City, entitled, “A Resolution Approving A Cash Advance In the Amount Of Thirty Five Thousand (PhP35,000.00) Pesos To Purchase New Engine Of Mobile Van No. 2.” (Referred to the Committee on Appropriations)

17. Executive Orders, Series of 2008 issued by Brgy. Capt. Jerome Michael S. Bacay of Brgy. Sta. Rita: Executive Order No. 01, entitled, “Reorganizing And Strengthening The Barangay Disaster Coordinating Council (BDCC).” (Referred to the Committee on Peace and Order)

18. Executive Order No. 02, entitled, “Reorganizing And Strengthening The Barangay Peace And Order Committee.” (Referred to Councilor Cerezo)

19. Executive Order No. 03, entitled, “Reorganizing The Barangay Council For The Welfare And Protection Of Children (BCPC).” (Referred to the Committee on Social Welfare)

20. Executive Order No. 04, entitled, “Reorganizing/Strengthening The Barangay Anti-Drug Abuse Council (BADAC).” (Referred to the Committee on Peace and Order)

21. Executive Order No. 05, “Organizing The Barangay Development Council (BDC).” (Referred to the Committee on Barangay Affairs)

22. Executive Order No. 06, entitled, “Activation/Reactivation Of Barangay Nutrition Committee.” (Referred to the Committee on Health)

23. Copy of the letter from Councilor Edwin J. Piano, Chairman, Committee on Labor addressed to the Hon. City Mayor regarding the request that the Committee on Labor and Public Employment Service Office (PESO) concerns be included in the agenda of the next meeting with SBMA, as follows:

• Improve coordination between SBMA Labor Center and Olongapo City;

• Regular Exchange of Reports and sharing of information (Database);

• Access of Olongapo PESO to SBMA Locators;

• Mayor Bong’s endorsements to locators with regards to job applications.

The Presiding Officer informed the body that this is about the meeting with SBMA Officials which she and the City Mayor will attend on February 12, 2008.

24. Memorandum from Fernando M. Magrata, City Administrator for All City Government Officials and Employees regarding the Submission of Sworn Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN). Some have already submitted but a new form was issued from the Civil Service.

Disclosure of Business Interests and Financial Connections, Identification of Relatives in the Government Service on Revised Form, to be accomplished in 3 copies by elected officials, appointed permanent employees, appointed temporary employees and appointed co – terminus employees. And to submit the consolidated accomplished statement to the Personnel Office, including list of those employees who failed to submit the accomplished form on or before 28 February 2008. (For compliance)

25. Resolution No. 003, Series of 2008 of Brgy. Old Cabalan, Olongapo City, entitled, “A Resolution Favorably Indorsing To Hon. James J. Gordon, Jr. City Mayor, The Approval And Willingness Of The Sangguniang Barangay For The Establishment Of A Public Secondary School At Old Cabalan Elementary School To Be Named As Old Cabalan Integrated School.” (Referred to the Committee on Education)

26. Resolution No. 10, Series of 2008 of Brgy. East Bajac-Bajac, Olongapo City, entitled, “A Resolution Authorizing Barangay East Bajac-Bajac Represented By Its Chairman, Hon. Filipina E. Tablan To Sign A Memorandum Of Agreement With Hon. City Mayor James J. Gordon Jr. To Enter Into An Agreement Regarding East Bajac-Bajac Market Operations.” (Referred to the Committees on Markets and on Laws)

27. Letter from City Councilor Edwin J. Piano, addressed to Hon. Elisa D. Salon, Director IV, Regional Office III, Dept. of Budget and Management regarding the Seminar/Workshop on the Operations Manual for Barangay held on January 21-23, 2008 at Baguio City wherein new guidelines for the Barangay Budget preparation was introduced. However, some barangays have already submitted their budget for Sanggunian review. Councilor Piano is seeking advice if the body should adopt the previous budget format submitted by the Barangays to the City Council prior to the said workshop, or return the submitted budget in old format for compliance with the new format. Councilor Piano also asks the DBM opinion if collections on Day Care Center operations should be done by Barangay Treasurer and be reflected in Barangay Budget, since at present, it’s the day care workers or PTA officers that who do the collecting from students. (For information)

28. Comparative Monthly Statement of Income by the James L. Gordon Avenue Market & Mall, January 2007 and 2008. For CY 2007, PhP346,385.00 was collected and for CY 2008, January 2008, it was PhP416,750.00. There was an increase of PhP70, 365.00 for this year as compared to last year. (Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means).

The Presiding Officer commented that the target collection goal should have been included and the percentage of the actual collection achieved.

29. Letter request of Engr. Noel H. Yap, OIC, MIS, addressed to the City Mayor that the Departments provide information and photos for the new website of the City. (For information, for the new website)

30. Mayor’s letter for the Council pertaining to Ms. Marey Beth D. Marzan’s letter regarding the proposed increase in the Locational Clearance Fees for inclusion to the amended Revenue Code and the Mayor is requesting to consider an ordinance regarding the adoption of the proposed revised schedule of Locational Clearance Fees. (Referred to the Committees on Business on Ways and Means and on Laws for urgency)

31. Memorandum from Councilor Elena C. Dabu for the body regarding the demand letter about the PhP1 million loan assistance released in the City under the “Isang Bayan, Isang Produkto, Isang Milyong Programa ni Pangulong Gloria Macapagal – Arroyo.” (For information)

The Presiding Officer said to put on record that the City already paid the amount of PhP300,000.00. She informed the body that years ago the City was given PhP1 Million assistance fund which was later realized that such was a loan.

32. Communication from Councilor JC, Chairman of the Committee on Transportation addressed to Mr. Robert D. Peig, Regional Director, LRFRB, San Fernando, Pampanga, inviting him to a meeting with regard to the route of some transport groups. (For information)

Committee Reports

Councilor Gie Baloy gave a report for the Committee on Health and Public Welfare. He said that a public hearing was conducted regarding his proposed ordinance on the safe and legal practice of optometry in the City. It was held on January 25, 2008 at the Session Hall attended by Barangay Captains and officials, representatives of the Optometry Association of the Philippines-Olongapo Chapter, and the Philippine National Police. The draft was discussed at length.

According to the Councilor, coordination among Barangay officials, the PNP and the OAP was reiterated for the effective implementation of the proposal. He added that once approved, Olongapo will only be the third City to pass such an ordinance, with Valenzuela and Las Pinas being the first two . The only concern raised in the meeting was the sale of over-the-counter reading glasses. The OAP suggested to intensify dissemination of information on the proper check-up of vision to legitimate, duly registered and licensed 26 optometrists of the city. The Councilor said all attendees expressed their support for the passage of the proposal.

Councilor Jong Cortez reported that the Committee on Health and the Committee on Environment Protection conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed increase of garbage fees on January 4, 2008, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the FMA Hall. Mr. Dante Ramos of ESMO and Mr. Escalona, a businessman from OBC, had an argument regarding the increase in garbage fees. Another observer, Mr. Bong Pineda expressed support and said that the increase was justifiable. The Councilor said they also noted observers from the Office of Representative Mitos Magsaysay and also from GMA 7, Ms. Julie Sionson who took footages of the proceedings and also asked questions. Fortunately, according to Councilor Cortez, the discussions were limited to the economic issues and not on political matters. An active citizen, Mr. Lito Soriano, also expressed support and promised to be a volunteer in any other endeavor to clean the environment. The Councilor added that Mr. Ramos committed to give clarity, dedication and assurance that ESMO will double their efforts in the service of the people of Olongapo.

The Presiding Officer enjoined the Members of the Council and greeted Councilor Carlito Baloy for his birthday.

Councilor Carlito Baloy apprised the body that the National Election for ABC President was held on January 29, 2008. The ABC President of Palawan, Hon. Douglas Hagedorn, who is the brother of the Mayor of Palawan, and the ABC President of Caloocan, Judge Echiverri vied for the position. Judge Echiverri won with 92 votes against Hagedorn who got 20 votes. The Vice-President for Central Luzon was Atty. Abesames.

Councilor Gina Perez informed the body that she attended a committee meeting on the preparation for the 7th Philippine Councilors League National Congress since she is the Chairman on the Programs Committee. She went to Manila on Tuesday and conducted an ocular inspection of the World Trade Center, the venue of the 7th PCL National Congress. The ocular inspection and the Committee meeting was attended by the PCL Interim National President, Atty. Arecio Rendor, the Interim Secretary General Hon. Nancy Arca Turralde for the Committee on registration, the Chair of the Committee on Accommodation – Hon. Willie Rivero, the Committee on Education Chair – Hon. Francisco Ortega, and the Secretariat Ms. Chiquet Cartagena and Director Elmo Panela.

The Councilor said that the preparations for stage, lights and sounds, details on accommodation and the program and entertainment were discussed. They were instructed to return Friday for the final presentation of details for each committee, as well as the budgetary proposals. The Chairperson of the different committees wanted a different approach in the preparation particularly with regard to accommodation. The Councilor said she was able to talk with Hon. Willie Rivera of Angeles City who invited her to attend the Regional meeting on February 16 along with the other Chapter Presidents. According to Councilor Perez, part of the plan of Hon. Rivera is that every chapter will bring a representative staff in the hotel who will take care of the different concerns of the chapter everytime there will be a problem, and that person will be the point of contact. He also encourage a pre-registration to ensure prompt accommodation in hotels and eliminate problems encountered every convention of delayed accommodation.

Councilor Perez said that she’ll render a feedback the following week after she meets with the different committees. She, likewise, requested everybody to attend because the National Congress happens only once every three years. There will be technical sessions and President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo will visit. The National Elections is on the second night. According to her, the members will have to see on who to support.

The Presiding Officer mentioned that the contenders for the Chairman position are Atty. Rendor vs Michael Fernandez, the past PCL Island Congress Chairman.

Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes commented that in the previous session he manifested that he will not attend. However, since Councilor Perez spoke to him, he said that he will think about it. He added that he wanted to state for the record that the reason why he doesn’t like going to PCL is that they discuss issues not relevant to the times. The Councilor said that at present he wants to discuss the road users scam, the extrajudicial killings, the ZTE scam and the electoral fraud. However, according to the Councilor, time and again, topics discussed are only those matters that are very internal to PCL which merely turns into a popularity contest without having a clear agenda as to the pressing problems of the nation. These are his concerns, but he said he will think about going to the National Congress so he can bring up these concerns.

In response to the views expressed by Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes, Councilor Perez explained that on the first night of the Congress, the PCL Board will convene for some discussions. There will be a time to air other issues to the league. She added that the Chapter Presidents conduct a meeting from time to time so, she encouraged her colleagues to tell her if there are issues they would like to bring up to the league. She cited as an example the meeting held at Davao where the issue on Investment Code was opened up. There was a long discussion on tax exemption that was supposed to be given only for one year. It was revealed that all the major cities as well as the smaller cities give tax exemptions for more than one year. The Councilor said she brought this issue up during the meeting which was well taken, thus the PCL might give a stand regarding the matter.

The Presiding Officer affirmed and said that it should be the way on how to discuss issues/concerns. She said that even in the Vice-Mayors League, local decisions are presented to the Board then the Board will pass a resolution to support it. For item No. 6 on the First Reading, the Presiding Officer suggested that they provide the PCL Board a copy so that they will know the stand of the city on this matter.

Calendar Of Business

Second Reading:

1. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-001-A – “A Resolution Congratulating Vicente Tolentino For Winning 2007 Ten Outstanding SBMA Police Officers Of The Year Awards,” was tabled by the body on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

2. On motion of Councilor Piano, Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-001-B – “A Resolution Congratulating Rufino Lucas For Winning 2007 Ten Outstanding SBMA Police Officers Of The Year Awards,” was tabled by the body.

3. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-001-C – “A Resolution Congratulating Norman Lucero For Winning 2007 Ten Outstanding SBMA Police Officers Of The Year Awards,” was tabled by the body on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

4. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-01 – “An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 101 And Ordinance No. 106 Both Series Of 1978 Providing For The Establishment, Operation And Maintenance Of Cockfighting And The Regulation Of Cockfighting And Commercial Breeding Of Gamecocks,” was approved by majority vote on its second and final reading on motion Councilor Angelito W. Baloy co sponsored by Councilors Gina G. Perez, Rodel S. Cerezo, Edwin J. Piano, Anselmo A. Aquino, Elena C. Dabu, Carlito A. Baloy and Cheenee F. Hoya.

Eight Councilors voted in favor which includes Councilors Gina G. Perez, Rodel S. Cerezo, Edwin J. Piano, Angelito W. Baloy, Anselmo A. Aquino, Elena C. Dabu, Carlito A. Baloy and Cheenee F. Hoya.

Councilors John Carlos G. delos Reyes, Sarah Lugerna Lipumano-Garcia and Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. opposed the said measure.

5. On motion of Councilor Piano, Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-A – “A Resolution Congratulating Emmanuel Jonson For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards,” was tabled by the body.

6. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-B – “A Resolution Congratulating Carlo Laborce For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards,” was tabled by the body on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

7. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-C – “A Resolution Congratulating Albert Layug For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards,” was tabled by the body on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

8. On motion of Councilor Piano, Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-D – “A Resolution Congratulating Rosalie Montemayor For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards,” was tabled by the body.

9. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-004-E – “A Resolution Congratulating Emily Pagal For Winning In The 2007 Ten Outstanding Freeport Workers Of The Year Awards,” was tabled by the body on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

10. Before the final motion, Councilor Edwin J. Piano moved to amend the title of Draft Resolution No. 2008-R-006. to insert the word “to negotiate” and read as: “A Resolution Authorizing the City Mayor James Gordon, Jr. To Negotiate and Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement With Globe Telecom/Innove Communications, Inc. For Joint Pole/Lease Rental Agreement.”

Draft Resolution No. 2008-R-006 was approved unanimously on its second and final reading, on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

11. On motion of Councilor delos Reyes, Draft Resolution No. 2008 R- 009 – “A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor Hon. James Gordon, Jr. To Enter Into An Affiliation Agreement Between James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital (JLGMH) And Central Luzon College Of Science & Technology, Represented By Its President, Dr. Renato P. Legaspi,” was unanimously approved on its second and final reading.

12. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 O-04 – “An Ordinance Prescribing For The Mandatory Posting Of Notice And Information Regarding Child Protection On Establishments Whose Operation Of Business Is Prejudicial To The Development And Welfare Of Minors,” was deferred by the body on motion of Councilor Cerezo pending the conduct of for more public hearings.

13. On motion of Councilor Cortez, Draft Resolution No. 2008 –R -010 – “A Resolution Approving The Application For Preliminary Approval And Development Permit Of Fiesta Communities Olongapo Containing An Area Of 36,342 Square Meters With 370 Saleable Lots Located At Barangay New Cabalan, City Of Olongapo,” was approved unanimously on its second and final reading.

14. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-011 – “A Resolution Adopting The Computerization Project Of Various Departments Of The City,” was deferred by the body on motion of Councilor Rodel S. Cerezo pending the requirements needed.

15. On motion of Councilor Cerezo Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-05 – “An Ordinance Providing For Tourism-Environmental Education Program In The City Of Olongapo, Prescribing Measures For Its Implementation Thereof, And For Other Purposes,” was deferred pending the conduct of more public hearings.

16. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-012 – “A Resolution Approving The Annual Budget Of Barangay Gordon Heights, City Of Olongapo For The Calendar Year 2008,” was deferred by the body on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano pending the advice from the Department of Budget and Management due to the recent changes in the format of Barangay Budget.

17. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-013 – “A Resolution Approving The Annual Budget Of Barangay West Tapinac, City Of Olongapo For The Calendar Year 2008,” was deferred on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano pending the advice from the Department of Budget and Management due to the recent changes in the format of Barangay Budget.

18. Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-014 – “A Resolution Authorizing The City Mayor, Hon. James Gordon, Jr., To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement In Behalf Of The City Of Olongapo With Mr. Carlo Marcelo, Proprietor Of Preventive Motor Supplies Services, Regarding The Repair And Maintenance Of The City Owned Tow-Truck Under The Office Of The Traffic Management And Public Safety.”

Councilor Lipumano-Garcia queried about who Mr. Carlo Marcelo was and why there was still a need to request his office to do the repair of the City’s tow-truck. Further, she also asked why the City can’t provide for its repair.

Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes explained that the City Government owns the tow-truck which is presently unserviceable. The proposal is about authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Mr. Marcelo to repair it. Once fixed, the OTMPS will be using it for their operations. The income generated will be split fifty-fifty between the City and Mr. Marcelo. As to the query on why the City cannot provide for its repair, Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes said that the City actually could, however, the long term maintenance and operations of tow-truck will not be cost effective for the City. He said that they believe the agreement, under the proprietary capacity of the City to enter into a contract, will benefit the same in the long run.

Councilor Jong Cortez, Chair of the Committee on Traffic Management, made a clarification that the tow truck is working or functioning. In fact, the Councilor added, it towed a bus that morning which was believed to be stolen. He said it is functioning since November first. The concern is whether the City is capable for the long term maintenance of the tow-truck.

The Presiding Officer asked if Mr. Carlo Marcelo owns a motor shop or an automotive shop. Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes replied that Mr. Marcelo owns a repair shop. He said that as he reviewed the contract, the word repair is very general, on whether it would mean necessary expenses or useful expenses. According to the Councilor, the bottom line is that when the tow-truck is serviceable, it will generate income to the City as well as to the proprietor.

The Presiding Officer asked if the repair is at no cost to the City and if it was stipulated in the proposal. Councilor delos Reyes affirmed that the income from towing will be split fifty-fifty. The Presiding Officer again asked if the operation will still be by the City. Councilor delos Reyes affirmed and added that the diesel will also be paid by the City.

Councilor Lipumano-Garcia clarified if there will really be no charge at all.

The Presiding Officer wanted to be given further clarification and asked if the fifty-fifty agreement will only be based on the number of towed vehicles.

Councilor Jong Cortez requested for a recess.

Recess: 5:40 p.m.

Resume: 5:44 p.m.

Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-014 was deferred on motion of Councilor Gina G. Perez pending additional information needed

19. Councilor Edwin J. Piano moved to amend the title of Draft Resolution No. 2008-R-16. He explained that since Globe/Innove Communications is a private company requesting for approval of a project, thus its approval rests on the Executive. The Council’s part is to decide whether to authorize the use of a specific area for the project. Thus, the Councilor said that the title would read as: “A Resolution Authorizing Globe/Innove Communications To Construct Telecom Cabinet Along Arthur St., at West Bajac-Bajac, along Arthur Street at the back of Olongapo City Elementary School, West Bajac-Bajac, Olongapo City.”

The Presiding Officer declared a recess.

Recess: 5:45 p.m.

Resume: 5:50 p.m.

Councilor Piano read the final version of the title, to read as: “A Resolution Authorizing Honorable Mayor James Gordon, Jr. To Enter Into A Memorandum Of Agreement With Globe Telecom Pertaining To The Approval Of The Application To Construct Telecom Cabinets At Arthur Street, Brgy. West Bajac-Bajac; Laguna Street, Brgy. Barretto; Gordon Avenue, Brgy. Pag-asa; And Elicaño Street, Brgy. East Bajac-Bajac, Olongapo City.” He also manifested that Items No. 20-22 will be tabled.

The Presiding Officer clarified from Councilor Piano if the Items are Nos. 19 to 22. The Councilor answered these will be consolidated into one resolution.

The body approved the consolidation of items No. 19, 20, 21 and 22 into one resolution on motion of Councilor Piano.

Prior to the votation for Draft Resolution No. 2008-R-16, Councilor Cerezo observed that Councilor Aquino was not around. The Presiding Officer requested to confirm if he was still around. She then declared a recess.

Recess: 5:52 p.m.

Resume: 5:53 p.m.

Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-16 was approved unanimously on its second and final reading on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

20. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-020 – “A Resolution Enjoining The City Planning And Development Office (CPDO) And The Office Of Traffic Management And Public Safety (OTMPS) To Make Studies And Plans To Establish Bicycle Lanes In The Major Thoroughfares Of The City Of Olongapo,” Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes inquired if this was consulted with the OTMPS.

Councilor Cortez affirmed and said that he met with Col. Aquino and with the City Planning and asked them to make studies and plans, and determine the feasibility of establishing bicycle lanes. The Councilor cleared that it is not mandatory to establish such lanes. This is only to conduct a feasibility study, a research.

Councilor delos Reyes said that the reason for his inquiry is because Col. Aquino mentioned to him that it’s almost impossible to establish bicycle lanes in the City, but the Col. added that it’s a good resolution that a study be conducted.

Draft Resolution No. 2008 R-20 was approved unanimously on its second and final reading, on motion of Councilor Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.

21. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 O-06 – “An Ordinance Establishing The Dental Health Section Under The City Health Department,” was deferred on motion of Councilor Gina G. Perez.

22. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 O-07. Councilor Cerezo manifested to include in the title the Acronym for Olongapo City Sports Council, OCSC. The title should read as “An Ordinance Establishing An Olongapo City Sports Program, Creating The Olongapo City Sports Council (OCSC) And Providing Funds For Its Implementation Thereof.”

Councilor Rodel Cerezo explained the need to establish an Olongapo City Sports Program and the need to create an Olongapo City Sports Council. First, the Councilor mentioned that it is mandated under R.A. 6847 that the Philippine Sports Commission shall encourage all the government or local government officials and representatives of private sectors, on the National Policy Program of Sports for all. The Councilor also mentioned that Section 3 of the Executive Order of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo encourages all the LGUs to address the issues and concerns of the youth in the local level.

Councilor Cerezo said that the City produced excellent players who competed in both national and international competitions even with minimal support given. The Councilor hopes for more support to be given to our players. He then enumerated the players who won significant achievements for the City, namely:

John Patrick Tierro - the no. 1 Tennis Player of the Philippines, a gold medalist of Palarong Pambansa and a member of the Philippine Team in Tennis for Southeast Asian Games In Thailand.

Roman Paolo Floreza – no. 1 Tennis Player and the representative of the Philippines in the Milo Junior Tournament held in Malaysia

Jurrence Mendoza – the representative of the Philippines in Singapore.

Francis Santos – a gold medalist in the Palarong Pambansa

Larry Abarra – member of the Training Pool of the Philippine Boxing.

Topex Robinson and Willie Miller – who became the Most Valuable Player in the PBA.

According to Councilor Cerezo, with the proposed Ordinance, the City will be able to produce a steady number of athletes for national and international competitions. The full support of the government on the sports programs will maximize the potential of the athletes for victory, inspiring them to play their best. He said that the City Government of Olongapo can also establish an Integrated Youth and Sports Development Program to discover or to develop fresh athletes from primary and secondary levels who may represent the City in national competitions and bring honor and glory to the City.

Councilor Cerezo added that in the program, the City Government desires to give scholarship grants and assistance to those who will be included in the City’s Pool of Players and as incentives for those who will top the regional, national and international competitions. The City also desires to upgrade, enhance and professionalize the skills and capabilities of the local coaches, trainers and referees to contribute to the success of the sports program. The program also includes the City sports vision, mission and objectives. According to Councilor Cerezo, OCSC shall formulate the plans to promote sports as well as the Laro ng Lahi, but its primary responsibility is to act as an umbrella coordinating body of all sports associations, organizations in the City in both public and private, defining its nature, function and composition for related purposes.

The Councilor also mentioned the composition of OCSC. It will be chaired by the City Mayor and the City Sports Director shall be SK Federation President, being the Chairman of Sports. There shall also be a Secretary of the OCSC and a Chairman on Sports Special Activities. The Sports Special Activities will include the sports competition among religious groups, transport groups and out-of-school youth. There shall also be a Chairman on Barangay Sports Activities and Programs, in case there will be Barangay Olympics, Chairman on School Sports from DepEd and CHED; a Chairman on Sports for Special People for the handicapped/disabled persons; a Chairman on Finance, Ways and Means and Advertising; a Chairman on Planning and Venue; a Chairman on Communication and a Chairman on Different Sports Events. The Chair on different sports events shall give the Chairman of OCSC the Calendar of Activities. Thus, there shall be a year-round sports activities which are not just concentrated on the months of March, April and May but from January up to December.

Also included in the proposed ordinance is the establishment of the Hall of Fame for Olongapo City Sports to give due recognition to the past, present and future great athletes of the City who brought or shall bring honor from winning in the regional and national competitions. Councilor Cerezo said that the funding shall come from the City’s 20% Development Fund, from the sponsorship of NGOs, from the City Fiesta fund and from donations of outside sources.

Councilor Cerezo then moved to open the said proposed ordinance for discussion.

Councilor Lipumano-Garcia queried if the proposal would mean that all private sports ventures like the gyms, taekwondo teams or any team will have to register under the said council.

Councilor Cerezo answered that the proposed ordinance shall not require the registration of all the private and public sports associations. The private and public associations will just coordinate with the chair on local sports association so that their activities can be included in the Calendar of Activities. This will also promote each association’s sports activities.

The Presiding Officer asked to be given clarification as to whether the yearly funding for City meets and CLRAA is already a part of the Council’s or if it is still separate.

Councilor Cerezo explained that it shall be part of the Council because the Department of Education’s sports activities are funded by the Local School Board Fund. Once the ordinance is passed, the complete lists of sports activities of DepEd will be provided so that they can also be given support to improve their athletes.

The Presiding Officer then recommended to include the School Board Fund as a source of fund on Section 15 of the proposed measure which is about the funding of the program.

The Presiding Officer also asked the proponent on Section 16, if the Hall of Fame will just be limited to the winners in regional and national competitions and not include international competitions.

Councilor Cerezo manifested that for the Hall of Fame, national and international competitions are included.

Councilor delos Reyes asked to be given a minute to look into the Local Government Code with regard to the allocations of the School Board Fund.

Recess: 5:40 p.m.

Resume: 5:44 p.m.

Draft Ordinance No. 2008-O-7 co-sponsored by Councilors Cheenee F. Hoya, Aquilino Y. Cortez and Angelito W. Baloy was approved unanimously on its second and final reading on motion of Councilor Rodel Cerezo.

23. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 O-08 – “An Ordinance Naming The Kalaklan Bridge Connecting The Subic Bay Freeport Zone And Olongapo City As The Kalaklan Lighthouse Bridge,” was approved unanimously on its second and final reading on joint motion of Councilors Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. and Gina G. Perez.

24. Draft Ordinance No. 2007 – O-34 – “An Ordinance Regulating The Operation Of Optical Clinics In Olongapo For The Purpose Of Preventing Illegal Practice Of Optometry, Providing Penalty For Violation Thereof,” was approved unanimously on its second and final reading, on motion of Councilor Angelito W. Baloy.

The Councilor informed the body that the attendees of the public hearing on the said proposed measure expressed strong approval for its passage.

Other Matters

A. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-09 – “An Ordinance Approving The 2008 Executive Budget,” was considered as an urgent matter by the body on motion of Councilor Gina G. Perez.

Councilor Perez moved for the approval of the said proposed measure since the body was given a copy of the Executive Budget and there was an ample time given to the Department Heads and the Sangguniang Panlungsod to prepare and present their budgets.

Councilor Lipumano-Garcia refused a unanimous sponsorship and suggested to make it into majority sponsorship since she said she only got a copy of the resolution that day.

Draft Ordinance No. 2008-O-09 was approved by majority decision on its first, second and final reading, by majority sponsorship, on motion of Councilor Gina G. Perez.

Ten members voted for its approval and one abstained, Councilor Lipumano-Garcia. She explained that the reason for her abstention is that she didn’t have the time to study the budget.

B. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-021 – “A Resolution Approving The Work And Financial Plan For Calendar Year 2008 Of The Olongapo City Disaster Coordinating Council,” was considered by the body as an urgent matter and was approved unanimously on first, second and final reading, on motion of by Councilor Rodel S. Cerezo.

C. Draft Ordinance No. 2008 – O-10 – “An Ordinance Prescribing The New Rates Of Garbage Collection Fees Imposed By The Environmental Sanitation And Management Office (ESMO),” was considered as an urgent matter and was approved by the body with a majority vote on its first, second and final reading, on motion of Councilor Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.

Ten voted for its approval and one was against, Councilor Lipumano-Garcia.

D. Draft Resolution No. 2008 – R-023 – “A Resolution Opposing The Creation Of 16 New Chartered Cities As It Is Inimical To The Filipino People,” was considered by the body as urgent matter and was approved unanimously on its first, second and final reading, on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

Before Councilor Piano moved for the final motion, he mentioned that the title in the draft is different from what he mentioned. The Presiding Officer asked for his decision on the title.

Recess: 6:26 p.m.

Resume: 6:36 p.m.

Draft Resolution No. 2008-R-23, with the title: “A Resolution Opposing The Creation of 16 New Chartered Cities As It Is Inimical To The Filipino People,” was approved by the body for unanimous sponsorship and the measure was approved unanimously on its first, second and final reading, on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano.

Adjournment

There being no further matters to be discussed, the session was adjourned at 6:38 in the evening, on motion of Councilor Anselmo A. Aquino.

I HEREBY CERTIFY TO THE

CORRECTNESS OF THE FOREGOING:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON

Council Secretary

ATTEST:

CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO

City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer