2014 R - 142 - EXTENDING SYMPATHIES AND CONDOLENCES TO THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF REYNALDO V.TOLEDO

   EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION   OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, 

HELD ON OCTOBER 08, 2014 

AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

           

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo -  -City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer

Hon. Eduardo J. Piano-   City Councilor

Hon. Eduardo G. Guerrero- - “     “

Hon. Benjamin G. Cajudo II-   “     “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu- “     “

Hon. Noel Y. Atienza-  “     “       

Hon. Alreuela M. Bundang-Ortiz -   “     “

Hon. Edna A. Elane- -  “     “

Hon. Emerito Linus D. Bacay- -  “     “

ABSENT:

Hon. Eyrma Yvette D. Marzan-Estrella- City Councilor

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.-    “    “

Hon. Randy C. Sionzon-- President, Liga ng mga Barangay (On Official Business)

Hon. Egmidio M. Gonzales, Jr.- - Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (On Official Business)

RESOLUTION NO. 142

(Series of 2014)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING SYMPATHIES AND CONDOLENCES

TO THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF REYNALDO V.TOLEDO

     WHEREAS,  Reynaldo V. Toledo, writer/researcher of the Public Affairs Office, this City died in God’s grace on October 3, 2014 at the age of 62;

WHEREAS, Kuya Rey, as he was fondly called, will always be remembered as the man behind that distinct, dynamic voice that bears the good and new developments for every program/project announcement of Olongapo City, for over a year now;

WHEREAS, Mr.Toledo earned the trust and confidence of the City Mayor and established a good working relationship with the Public Affairs Office, as a mentor to his co-workers. He was a source of inspiration - an adviser who stood as a pillar of strength in times of trouble, a broadcaster committed to deliver the truth behind the headlines and the joyful spirit in the crowd;

WHEREAS, he was known for his wit, humor and professionalism , a cool father, a great provider to his family, a  caring “lolo” to his grandchildren and a loyal friend;

WHEREAS,  the City will truly miss his presence and considers his passing away as   losing a brave comrade, an unconventional broadcaster, who was enriched with opinions, firm and  beyond the ordinary;

NOW, THEREFORE,  with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present;

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend, as it hereby extends sympathies and condolences to the bereaved family of  Reynaldo V. Toledo.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, October 08, 2014.

2013 R - 139 - EXTENDING AND EXPRESSING CITY’S WARMEST GREETINGS TO KA EDUARDO VILLANUEVA MANALO HEAD MINISTER OF IGLESIA NI CRISTO ON HIS BIRTH ANNIVERSARY ON OCTOBER 31, 2013

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION  OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON

OCTOBER 30, 2013 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo -  City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer

Hon. Eduardo J. Piano- -  City Councilor

Hon. Eduardo G. Guerrero- “       “

Hon. Benjamin G. Cajudo II -   “       “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu - -  “       “

Hon. Noel Y. Atienza -  “       “

Hon. Alreuela M. Bundang-Ortiz -  “       “

Hon. Edna A. Elane-   “       “

Hon. Emerito Linus D. Bacay - “       “

ABSENT:

Hon. Eyrma Yvette Marzan-Estrella- - City Councilor (On Official Business)

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

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

Hon. Dolly Mae M. Ramos-  SK City Federation President                                                                

RESOLUTION NO. 139

(Series of 2013)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING AND EXPRESSING CITY’S WARMEST GREETINGS TO KA EDUARDO VILLANUEVA MANALO HEAD MINISTER OF IGLESIA NI CRISTO ON HIS BIRTH ANNIVERSARY ON OCTOBER 31, 2013

 WHEREAS, Ka Eduardo Villanueva Manalo was born on October 31, 1955 in Quezon City;    

WHEREAS, Ka Eduardo Villanueva Manalo finished his High School at Jose Abad Santos Memorial School Quezon City and Bachelor of Arts Major in Philosophy in 1978 at The University of the  Philippines. He also studied as Minister at Evangelical College (EVCO) of Iglesia Ni Cristo in 1980;

WHEREAS, Ka Eduardo Villanueva Manalo is the eldest child of Eraño Manalo and Cristina Villanueva and married to Lynn Ventura on January 2, 1982;

WHEREAS, Ka Eduardo Villanueva Manalo and Lynn Ventura have been blessed with three (3) children namely Dorothy Kristine who graduated with the course of Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Gemma Minna with a degree of Bachelor of Arts in Musical Education and Angelo Eraño, Minister of Evangelism and Tagapag – ugnay Pangkalahatan ng mga Kapisanang Pansambahayan ng Iglesia Ni Cristo;

WHEREAS, Ka Eduardo Villanueva Manalo was the third and present Tagapamahalang Pangkalahatan of Iglesia Ni Cristo since September 8, 2003 who succeeded his father Eraño G. Manalo who died on August 31, 2009;

WHEREAS, Ka Eduardo Villanueva Manalo as “Tagapamahalang Pangkalahatan of Iglesia ni Cristo was able to organize Iglesia Ni Cristo outside of the Philippines, sixty-five (65) local, twenty (20) extension, and fifty-seven (57), worship groups which being prepared in order to become an extension on local in the future;

WHEREAS, under his stewardship, seven (7) ecclesiastical districts were added namely North East Asia (August 31, 2010) South East Asia (July 28, 2011) Eastern Canada (June 16, 2011) Western Canada (June 16, 2011) Qatar (July 9, 2012) United Arab Emirates (July 9, 2012) and Britain (July 9, 2012);

WHEREAS, Ka Eduardo Villanueva Manalo was able to ordain One Thousand Six Hundred Twenty new ministries for a period of three (3) years during his reign as “Tagapamahalang Pangkalahatan” of Iglesia Ni Cristo;

           

NOW, THEREFORE,  with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED,  by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend as it hereby extends and expressing City’s warmest greetings to Ka Eduardo Villanueva Manalo head Minister of Iglesia Ni Cristo on his birth anniversary on Octboer 31, 2013.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, October 30, 2013.

2013 R - 20 - EXTENDING COMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCILOR GINA GULANES-PEREZ FOR EMERGING AS THE REGIONAL WINNER AND NATIONAL FINALIST IN THE SEARCH FOR THE OUTSTANDING COUNCILOR OF THE PHILIPPINES (TOCP)

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON MARCH 13, 2013 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

           

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez- - - - - - - - - - - -City Councilor & Temporary Presiding Officer

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo - - - - - - - - - - - - - -City Councilor 

Hon. Eyrma Yvette Marzan-Estrella- - - -      “        “

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. - - - - - - - - -      “        “

Hon. James G. de los Reyes - - - - - - - - - -     “       “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -      “       “

Hon. Eduardo J. Piano- - - - - - - - - - - - - -      “       “

Hon. Edna A. Elane  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -      “       “

Hon. Noel Y. Atienza - - - - - - - - - - - - - -       “       “

Hon. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano-Garcia- - -       “       “

Hon. Dolly Mae M. Ramos- - - - - - - - - - - SK City Federation President

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

ABSENT:

Hon. Rolen C. Paulino- - - - - - - - - - - - - - City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer

RESOLUTION NO.  20

(Series of 2013)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING COMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCILOR GINA GULANES-PEREZ FOR EMERGING AS THE REGIONAL WINNER AND NATIONAL FINALIST IN THE SEARCH FOR THE OUTSTANDING COUNCILOR OF THE PHILIPPINES (TOCP)

WHEREAS, in 2004, Gina Gulanes-Perez, a young and idealistic educator and popular media practitioner successfully ran as an Independent Candidate to win a seat in the Olongapo City Council during the 2004 Local Election;

WHEREAS, with her unyielding determination, youthful dynamism, remarkable work ethics and incomparable insight, deeply rooted from her unbridled commitment to public service, City Councilor Perez championed numerous key legislations that clearly benefitted the city’s local industry;

WHEREAS, due to her exceptional legislative record and an unblemished reputation as a true warrior of good governance, she received the highest number of votes en route to her successful reelection to a second term in the City Council during the 2007 Local Election, and was entrusted with the stewardship of various high profile committees that generated substantial revenues to fund the centerpiece of the city’s public service programs;

WHEREAS, City Councilor Perez, in her official capacity as a distinguished and seasoned legislator, actively and commendably promoted and represented the City of Olongapo in the entire Philippines, while serving as the City Chapter President of the Philippine Councilors League (PCL);

WHEREAS, City Councilor Perez, demonstrating the same level of commitment and excellence in service, successfully communicated the mission of the PCL and ultimately gained the trust and respect of her colleagues and was subsequently elected as PCL Island Public Relations Officers (PRO) in 2008;

WHEREAS, buoyed by her increasing popularity and dedication to the PCL advocacy and having served as Interim National Public Relations Officer (PRO) in 2010, City Councilor Perez was overwhelmingly elected as National PRO during the National Convention in March 2011 at SMX Convention Center, Pasay City;

WHEREAS, City Councilor Gina Gulanes-Perez, during her last term in the City Council, received numerous endorsements from various sectors and groups in line with her nomination for The Outstanding Councilors of the Philippines (TOCP) Award, given for outstanding leadership and excellent contributions to local legislation, governance and the nation at large and sponsored by the Junior Chamber International (JCI) in coordination with the Philippine Councilors League (PCL) and the Office of Senator Edgardo J. Angara;

WHEREAS, with her Legacy of Legislative Excellence, Exceptional Leadership, Irrefutable Integrity and Dynamic Record in Public Service, Gina Gulanes-Perez was recognized and declared as the Regional Winner and National Finalist in the search for The Outstanding Councilor Of The Philippines (TOCP) on March 7, 2013 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines;

WHEREAS, City Councilor Perez has brought pride and honor to the City of Olongapo and continues to inspire the next generation of public servants by virtue of the positive reforms she implemented and the sense of idealism and optimism she inspired in restoring the people’s trust and faith in government;

NOW, THEREFORE, on the motion of  City Councilor Elena C. Dabu, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present;

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend, as it hereby extends commendation to City Councilor Gina Gulanes- Perez for emerging as Regional Winner and Finalist in the search for The Outstanding Councilor of the Philippines (TOCP).

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, March  13, 2013.  

2011 R - 050 - EXTENDING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION TO OFFICE OF CIVIL DEFENSE REGION III DIRECTOR AND REGIONAL DISASTER RISK MANAGEMENT COUNCIL

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON MAY 25, 2011 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Rolen C. Paulino- - -City Vice Mayor & Presiding Officer

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo- - City Councilor

Hon. Eyrma Yvette Marzan-Estrella- - “ “

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. - - “ “

Hon. James G. delos Reyes - - “ “

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - “ “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu - - - “ “

Hon. Eduardo J. Piano - -“ “

Hon. Edna A. Elane - - “ “

Hon. Noel Y. Atienza - - “ “

Hon. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano-Garcia - “ “

Hon. Dolly Mae M. Ramos- - SK Federation President

ABSENT:

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

(On Official Business)

RESOLUTION NO. 50

(Series of 2011)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION TO THE OFFICE OF CIVIL DEFENSE-REGION 3 DIRECTOR AND REGIONAL DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT COUNCIL CHAIRPERSON NERI G. AMPARO FOR HER INVALUABLE SUPPORT AND SERVICES RENDERED TO THE PEOPLE OF OLONGAPO IN TERMS OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT

WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Olongapo to give appropriate acknowledgement and recognition to individuals who have rendered invaluable service to its citizens;

WHEREAS, the Office of the Civil Defense Region 3 Director and Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council Chairperson Neri G. Amparo will be retiring from public service effective at the close of office hours on May 26, 2011 after serving faithfully and effectively for thirty-four (34) years;

WHEREAS, Dir. Neri G. Amparo worked with Olongapo City to improve its disaster risk reduction and management programs, and provided extraordinary service to the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council by lending the knowledge and expertise she has acquired through the years as both a disaster manager and a successful public servant;

WHEREAS, during her directorship, Olongapo City improved its disaster risk reduction and management programs, increased its standards, enhanced its people’s skills and knowledge on disaster management, and won both the Regional and National Gawad Kalasag Hall of Fame Awards for Olongapo Fire-Rescue Team as Best Government Emergency Responders and Olongapo City Disaster Coordinating Council as Best City Disaster Coordinating Council – Highly Urbanized City Categories, respectively;

WHEREAS, as the OCDR3 director, she has led the efforts to manage every disaster happening within Central Luzon, and actively extended assistance to incidents happening in many places of the country;

WHEREAS, the legacy she left to Olongapeños and the rest of Central Luzon will be continued by the people and friends she worked for;

NOW, THEREFORE, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present;

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend, as it is hereby extends Recognition and Appreciation to the Office of Civil, Defense-Region 3 Director and Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council Chairperson Neri G. AMparo for her invaluable support and services rendered to the people of Olongapo in terms of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, May 25, 2011.

2011 R - 036 - EXTENDING OUR WARMEST CONGRATULATIONS TO THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE INTEGRATED BAR OF THE PHILIPPINES OLONGAPO-ZAMBALES CHAPTER

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON MAY11, 2011 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo -- Acting City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer

Hon. Eyrma Yvette Marzan-Estella---- City Councilor

Hon. James G. Delos Reyes -- “ “

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez ---- “ “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu ---- “ “

Hon. Eduardo J. Piano --- “ “

Hon. Edna A. Elane ----- “ “

Hon. Noel Y. Atienza --- --“ “

Hon. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano-Garcia---“ “

ABSENT:

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

Hon. Dolly Mae M. Ramos---- SK Federation President (On Official Business)

Hon. Carlito A. Baloy -----President, Liga ng mga Barangay (On Official Business)

RESOLUTION NO. 36

(Series Of 2011)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING OUR WARMEST CONGRATULATIONS TO THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE INTEGRATED BAR OF THE PHILIPPINES OLONGAPO-ZAMBALES CHAPTER FOR THE SUCCESSFUL HOSTING OF THE 13TH NATIONAL CONVENTION OF LAWYERS HELD LAST APRIL 27-10, 2011 AT THE SUBIC BAY EXHIBITION AND CONVENTION CENTER, SUBIC BAY FREEPORT ZONE

WHEREAS, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Olongapo-Zambales Capter has been awarded the right to host the 13th National Convention of Lawyers on April 7 to 10, 2011;

WHEREAS, with strong determination and courage, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Olongapo-Zambales Chapter has taken the challenge and organized one of the best ever conversations held in the history of Integrated Bar of the Philippines;

WHEREAS, with a limited resources, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Olongapo-Zambales Chapter has tremendously worked overtime to come up with an organized and memorable convention to be held at the heart of economic bastion of the Philippines, Subic Bay Freeport Zone;

WHEREAS, true indeed, the IBP – Olongapo-Zambales Chapter through the hardwork and perseverance of its officers and members, garnered another milestone in its fold for having achieved in attendance, with no less than the Vice-President of the Philippines, Hon. Jejomar C. Binay who led the array of convention speakers who discussed about the integrity and credibility of a lawyer;

WHEREAS, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Olongapo-Zambales Chapter in collaboration with its National Officers has come up with a complete 36 units of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) for the delegates covering accredited topics in laws and procedures with excellent line up of resource speakers;

WHEREAS, after the culmination of the four-day convention, delegates from all over the Philippines were delighted with benefits and happiness brought by the convention knowing fully well that their time and efforts in attending the said convention have added to their personal growth;

WHEREAS, by reason of the successful hosting of the 13th National Convention of Lawyer from April 07 to 10, 2011 by the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Olongapo-Zambales Chapter has a beneficial effect on the economic and tourism aspect not only with the Subic Bay Freeport Zone but likewise with the City of Olongapo;

NOW, THEREFORE on motion of City Councilor Noel Yabut Atienza, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sanggunian Panlungsod present;

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend, as it hereby extends our warmest Congratulations to the Officers and Members of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Olongapo-Zambales Chapter for the successful hosting of the 13th National Convention Of Lawyers held last April 7 – 10, 2011 at the Subic Bay Exhibition And Convention Center, Subic Bay Freeport Zone.

Let a copy of this Resolution be furnished the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Olongapo-Zambales Chapter.

2011 O - 04 - EXTENDING THE 20 % DISCOUNT ON THE ADVANCE PAYMENT OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES DUE FOR THE YEAR 2011

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON JANUARY 26, 2011 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Rolen C. Paulino - City Vice-Mayor and Presiding Officer

Hon. Eyrma Yvette Marzan-Estella- City Councilor

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. ---- “ “

Hon. James G. Delos Reyes -- “ “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu -- “ “

Hon. Eduardo J. Piano -- “ “

Hon. Edna A. Elane - “ “

Hon. Noel Y. Atienza--- “ “

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

Hon. Dolly Mae M. Ramos---SK Federation President

ABSENT:

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo--City Councilor

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez---City Councilor (On Official Business)

Hon. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano-Garcia---President, Liga ng mga Barangay

WHEREAS, due to the long holidays that brought the delay of remittances from abroad, many real property taxpayers in the city were not able to avail of the twenty percent(20%) discount on the advance payment of Real Property Taxes(RPTs) as provided under section 2B.12 of the Olongapo City 2007 Revenue Code.

WHEREAS, the City Treasurer with the City Finance Committee recommended the extension of the said program to taxpayers who will pay their Real Property Taxes(RPTs) in full for tax year 2011 on or before February 11, 2011;

NOW, THEREFORE, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to enact the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE NO.04

(Series of 2011)

AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE 20% DISCOUNT ON THE ADVANCE PAYMENT OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES DUE FOR THE YEAR 2011 AS PROVIDED UNDER SECTION 2B.12 OF THE 2007 REVENUE CODE

BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD IN SESSION ASSEMBLED, THAT:

SECTION 1. The twenty percent(20%) discount on the advance payment of Real Property Taxes due for Tax Year 2011 is extended until February 11, 2011 to taxpayers who will pay their Real Property Taxes (RPTs) in full.

SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its approval.

Let copies of this Ordinance be furnished to the Business Permit and Licensing Office, City Treasurer’s Office and Public Affairs Office for their information and record.

2011 O - 03 - EXTENDING THE DEADLINE OF PAYMENT FOR MAYOR’S PERMIT FEES FOR BUSINESSES AND BUSINESS TAXES FOR BOTH FULL AND/OR FIRST QUARTER

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON JANUARY 26, 2011 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Rolen C. Paulino -- City Vice-Mayor and Presiding Officer

Hon. Eyrma Yvette Marzan-Estella-City Councilor

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. ---- “ “

Hon. James G. Delos Reyes -- “ “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu -- “ “

Hon. Eduardo J. Piano - “ “

Hon. Edna A. Elane -- “ “

Hon. Noel Y. Atienza-- “ “

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

Hon. Dolly Mae M. Ramos----SK Federation President

ABSENT:

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo----City Councilor

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez-----City Councilor (On Official Business)

Hon. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano-Garcia---City Councilor

WHEREAS, the Olongapenos have been gradually uplifted from the Global Economic crisis which started in 2008;

WHEREAS, local business owners are still recuperating from said crisis and are therefore experiencing a hard time in meeting the deadline for the payment of Mayor’s permit due for year 2011;

WHEREAS, both City Treasurer and City Business Permit Division Officer acknowledged the situation and vouched the extension of the deadline of payment for Mayor’s permit for businesses due for the year 2011 until February 11, 2011.

WHEREAS, this legislation shall act as the City’s show of goodwill and support to the business community;

NOW, THEREFORE, with the unanimous accord of the members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to enact to the following ordinance:

ORDINANCE NO. 03

(Series of 2011)

AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE DEADLINE OF PAYMENT FOR MAYOR’S PERMIT FEES FOR BUSINESSES AND BUSINESS TAXES FOR BOTH FULL AND/OR FIRST QUARTER DUE FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2011 AS PROVIDED UNDER SECTIONS 4A.21 AND 3A.08 RESPECTIVELY OF THE CITY ORDINANCE NO. 64, SERIES OF 2007 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “OLONGAPO CITY 2007 REVENUE CODE”

BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD IN SESSION ASSEMBLED, THAT:

SECTION 1. Payment for Mayor’s Permit fees for businesses and payment for both full and/or first quarter Business taxes due for the Year 2011 shall be extended until February 11, 2011.

SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its approval.

Let copies of this Ordinance be furnished to the Business Permit and Licensing Office, City Treasurer’s Office and Public Affairs Office for their information and record.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, January 26, 2011.

2010 O - 05 - EXTENDING THE DEADLINE OF PAYMENT FOR MAYOR’S PERMIT FOR BUSINESSES DUE FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2010

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON JANUARY 20, 2010 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

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

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - - - City Councilor

Hon. Edwin J. Piano- - “ “

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr. - - - “ “

Hon. Anselmo A. Aquino- - - “ “

Hon. Elena C. Dabu- - “ “

Hon. Jonathan G. Manalo- - “ “.

Hon. Cheenee F. Hoya- - - - SK Federation President

ABSENT:

Hon. John Carlos G. delos Reyes- - City Councilor

Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo- - - - “ “

Hon. Sarah Lugerna Lipumano-Garcia - - “ “

Hon. Angelito W. Baloy - - - “ “

WHEREAS, the global economic crisis which started in 2008 triggered a significant decline in the sales of local businesses;

WHEREAS, local business owners are still recuperating from said crisis and are therefore experiencing a hard time in meeting the deadline for the payment of Mayor’s Permit due for Year 2010;

WHEREAS, both the City Treasurer and the City Business Permit Division Officer acknowledge the situation and vouch the extension of the deadline of payment for Mayor’s Permit for businesses due for the Year 2010 until February 12, 2010;

WHEREAS, this legislation shall act as the City’s show of goodwill and support to the business community;

NOW, THEREFORE, on motion of City Councilor Gina G. Perez co-sponsored by City Councilors Edwin J. Piano, Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr., Anselmo A. Aquino, Elena C. Dabu, Jonathan G. Manalo and Cheenee F. Hoya, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to enact the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE NO. 05

(Series of 2010)

AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE DEADLINE OF PAYMENT FOR MAYOR’S PERMIT FOR BUSINESSES DUE FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2010 AS PROVIDED UNDER SECTION 4A.21 OF CITY ORDINANCE NO. 64, SERIES OF 2007 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “OLONGAPO CITY 2007 REVENUE CODE”

BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD IN SESSION ASSEMBLED, THAT:

SECTION 1. Payment for Mayor’s Permit for Businesses due for the Year 2010 shall be extended until February 12, 2010.

SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its approval.

Let copies of this Ordinance be furnished the City Business Permit Division and the City Treasury for their information and record.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, January 20, 2010.

CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO

City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer

GINA GULANES-PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES

City Councilor City Councilor

(Absent)

RODEL S. CEREZO SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA

City Councilor City Councilor

(Absent) (Absent)

EDWIN J. PIANO ANGELITO W. BALOY

City Councilor City Councilor

(Absent)

AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR ANSELMO A. AQUINO

City Councilor City Councilor

ELENA C. DABU JONATHAN G. MANALO

City Councilor City Councilor

CHEENEE F. HOYA

SK Federation President

ATTEST:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON

Council Secretary

APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON______________________.

JAMES GORDON, JR.

City Mayor

ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.

Secretary to the City Mayor

2010 O - 03 - EXTENDING THE 20% DISCOUNT ON THE ADVANCE PAYMENT OF RPT DUE FOR THE YEAR 2010 AS PROVIDED UNDER SECTION 2B.12 OF THE 2007 REVENUE CODE

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON JANUARY 06, 2010 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - - City Councilor & Temporary Presiding Officer

Hon. John Carlos G. delos Reyes- - - City Councilor

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. Jonathan G. Manalo- “ “.

Hon. Cheenee F. Hoya- SK Federation President

ABSENT:

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

(On Leave)

WHEREAS, due to the long Christmas holiday and the delay of remittances from abroad due to global financial crisis, many real property taxpayers in the city were not able to avail of the twenty percent (20%) discount on advance payment of Real Property Taxes (RPTs) as provided under Section 2B.12 of the Olongapo City 2007 Revenue Code;

WHEREAS, the City Treasurer in coordination with the City Assessor and the City Finance Committee recommended the extension of the said program to taxpayers who will pay their Real Property Taxes (RPTs) in full for tax year 2010 on or before February 15, 2010;

NOW, THEREFORE, on motion of City Councilor Edwin J. Piano, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present;

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to enact the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE NO. 03

(Series of 2010)

AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE 20% DISCOUNT ON THE ADVANCE PAYMENT OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES DUE FOR THE YEAR 2010 AS PROVIDED UNDER SECTION 2B.12 OF THE 2007 REVENUE CODE

BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD IN SESSION ASSEMBLED, THAT:

SECTION 1. The twenty percent (20%) discount on the advance payment of Real Property Taxes Due for Tax Year 2010 is extended until February 15, 2010 to taxpayers who will pay their Real Property Taxes (RPTs) in full.

SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its approval.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, January 06, 2010

CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO

City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer

(On Leave)

GINA GULANES-PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES

City Councilor City Councilor

& Temporary Presiding Officer

RODEL S. CEREZO SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA

City Councilor City Councilor

EDWIN J. PIANO ANGELITO W. BALOY

City Councilor City Councilor

AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR. ANSELMO A. AQUINO

City Councilor City Councilor

ELENA C. DABU JONATHAN G. MANALO

City Councilor City Councilor

CHEENEE F. HOYA

SK Federation President

ATTEST:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON

Council Secretary

APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON _____________________.

JAMES GORDON, JR.

City Mayor

ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.

Secretary to the City Mayor

2009 R - 78 - EXTENDING EARNEST INVITATION TO THE SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN NATIONAL FEDERATION TO HOLD ITS NATIONAL CONGRESS IN OLONGAPO CITY AND SBFZ

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON JUNE 24, 2009 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo - - - City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer
Hon. Gina Gulanes-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. Anselmo A. Aquino- - - “ “
Hon. Elena C. Dabu- - - - - - “ “
Hon. Cheenee F. Hoya- - SK Federation President

ABSENT:

Hon. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.- - - City Councilor
(On Official Travel Abroad)
Hon. Jonathan G. Manalo - - City Councilor
(On Official Business)
Hon. Carlito A. Baloy- - - - - President, Liga ng mga Barangay
(On Official Business)

RESOLUTION NO. 78
(Series of 2009)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING EARNEST INVITATION TO THE SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN NATIONAL FEDERATION TO HOLD ITS NATIONAL CONGRESS IN OLONGAPO CITY AND SUBIC BAY FREEPORT ZONE IN OCTOBER 2009

WHEREAS, the City of Olongapo and the Subic Bay Freeport Zone boast their wonderful scenic beaches, unexplored forest, their rich culture and nature parks to the delight of local and foreign tourists;

WHEREAS, various international and national conventions and gatherings have been organized in the said areas, catering to thousands upon thousands of satisfied Filipinos and foreigners recurrently;

WHEREAS, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority has a convention center that can house ten thousand delegates while Olongapo City Convention Center has a capacity of two thousand five hundred attendees;

WHEREAS, the hotel and restaurant industries in the said areas have successfully accommodated the 2007 Advertising Congress which noted to the biggest number of attendees in its entire history, while the organizers have openly expressed extreme appreciation and its intent to organize the same the soonest possible opportunity;

WHEREAS, once again, this community wishes to extend its hospitality to fellow Filipinos who would want to capture and experience the wonders of nature and people in Subic Bay-Olongapo side by side with the convergence at hand;

WHEREAS, the City of Olongapo expresses its high esteem to the Sangguniang Kabataan as the nation’s builder of future leaders and that providing them the perfect venue for their national congress will definitely result to the successful accomplishment of its objectives;

WHEREAS, on the other hand, the City deems this national activity as beneficial to the business and tourism industries as it will continue to pump prime income and employment of people;

NOW, THEREFORE, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present;

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled to extend as it hereby extends earnest invitation to the Sangguniang Kabataan National Federation to hold its National Congress in Olongapo City and Subic Bay Freeport Zone in October 2009;

Let copy of this Resolution be furnished to the National Officers for their information.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, June 24, 2009.


CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO
City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer


GINA GULANES-PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES
City Councilor City Councilor


RODEL S. CEREZO SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA
City Councilor City Councilor

EDWIN J. PIANO ANGELITO W. BALOY
City Councilor City Councilor

AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR ANSELMO A. AQUINO
City Councilor City Councilor
(On Official Travel Abroad)

ELENA C. DABU JONATHAN G. MANALO
City Councilor City Councilor
(On Official Business)

CARLITO A. BALOY CHEENEE F. HOYA
President, Liga ng mga Barangay SK Federation President (On Official Business)

ATTEST:

JOCELYN PASCUAL-NIÑONUEVO
Temporary Council Secretary


APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON______________________.

JAMES GORDON, JR.
City Mayor
ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.
Secretary to the City Mayor

2008 O - 01 - EXTENDING THE 20% DISCOUNT ON THE ADVANCE PAYMENT OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES DUE FOR THE YEAR 2008

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON JANUARY 09, 2008 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - - - - - - -City Councilor & Temporary Presiding Officer
Hon. John Carlos G. Delos Reyes- - - - - - - - - - -City Councilor
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

ABSENT:

Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer
(Sick Leave)

WHEREAS, due to long holidays last December 2007 and the delay of remittances from abroad, many real property taxpayers in the city were not able to avail of the twenty percent (20%) discount on advance payment of Real Property Taxes (RPTs) as provided under Section 2B.12 of the Olongapo City 2007 Revenue Code;

WHEREAS, the City Treasurer in coordination with the City Assessor and the City Finance Committee recommended the extension of the said program to taxpayers who will pay their RPTs in full for tax year 2008 on or before February 15, 2008;

NOW, THEREFORE, on motion of Councilor Edwin J. Piano and co-sponsored by Councilor Angelito W. Baloy, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present;

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to enact the following Ordinance:

ORDINANCE NO. 01
(Series of 2008)

AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE 20% DISCOUNT ON THE ADVANCE PAYMENT OF REAL PROPERTY TAXES DUE FOR THE YEAR 2008 AS PROVIDED UNDER SECTION 2B.12 OF THE CITY ORDINANCE NO. 64, SERIES OF 2007 OTHERWISE KNOWN AS “AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 81 SERIES OF 2002 AND PROVIDING FOR THE OLONGAPO CITY 2007 REVENUE CODE”

BE IT ORDAINED, BY THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD IN SESSION ASSEMBLED, THAT:

SECTION 1. The twenty percent (20%) discount on the advance payment of Real Property Taxes Due for Tax Year 2008 is extended until February 15, 2008 to taxpayers who will pay their RPTs in full.


SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall take effect upon its approval.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, January 09, 2008.


CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO
City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer
(Sick Leave)


GINA GULANES - PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES
City Councilor City Councilor
Temporary Presiding Officer


RODEL S. CEREZO SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA
City Councilor City Councilor


EDWIN J. PIANO ANGELITO W. BALOY
City Councilor City Councilor


AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR ANSELMO A. AQUINO
City Councilor City Councilor


ELENA C. DABU CARLITO A. BALOY
City Councilor President, Liga ng mga Barangay


ATTEST:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON
Council Secretary

APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON______________________.


JAMES GORDON, JR.
City Mayor

ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.
Secretary to the City Mayor

2007 R - 189 - EXTENDING PROFOUND CONDOLENCES AND HEARTFELT PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY OF MR. RUBEN DE GUZMAN, BEREAVED WITH THE PASSING OF THEIR PATRIARCH

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON DECEMBER 5, 2007 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo - - - - - - - - - - - City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer
Hon. John Carlos G. Delos Reyes- - - - - - - - - - - City Councilor
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- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “

ABSENT:

Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - City Councilor (On Official Business)
Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “ (On Official Business)
Hon. Marey Beth D. Marzan- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “ (On Official Business)
Hon. Carlito A. Baloy- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -President, Liga ng mga Barangay



RESOLUTION NO. 189
(Series of 2007)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING PROFOUND CONDOLENCES AND HEARTFELT PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY OF MR. RUBEN DE GUZMAN, BEREAVED WITH THE PASSING OF THEIR PATRIARCH, MR. JOSE DE GUZMAN


WHEREAS, Mr. Jose de Guzman or “Tatang”, as fondly called by his family and friends, peacefully joined his Creator on December 2, 2007 at the age of 93;

WHEREAS, Tatang’s endearing presence in the family whom he showered with so much love, kindness, respect and utmost care will truly be missed;

WHEREAS, the City sincerely sympathizes with the family of Mr. Ruben de Guzman for their sorrow and prays that they graciously move on from the irreparable loss of a loved one;

WHEREAS, the City joins the de Guzman family in recognizing and appreciating the life that “Tatang” has lived so well;

NOW, THEREFORE, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend, as it hereby extends profound condolences and heartfelt prayers to the family of Mr. Ruben de Guzman, bereaved with the passing of their patriarch, Mr. Jose de Guzman.

Let a copy of this Resolution be furnished the family of Mr. Ruben de Guzman for their information and record.


APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, December 5, 2007.


CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO
City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer


GINA GULANES - PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES
City Councilor City Councilor
(On Official Business)


RODEL S. CEREZO MAREY BETH D. MARZAN
City Councilor City Councilor
(On Official Business) (On Official Business)


SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA EDWIN J. PIANO
City Councilor City Councilor


ANGELITO W. BALOY AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR
City Councilor City Councilor


ANSELMO A. AQUINO ELENA C. DABU
City Councilor City Councilor


CARLITO A. BALOY
President, Liga ng mga Barangay
(Absent)

ATTEST:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON
Council Secretary

APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON______________________.



JAMES GORDON, JR.
City Mayor
ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.
Secretary to the City Mayor

2007 R - 175 - EXTENDING HEARTFELT CONGRATULATIONS TO THE (SPA-OYC) AND EXPRESSING UTMOST ELATION FOR THEIR WELL-DESERVED DOUBLE VICTORY

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON NOVEMBER 14, 2007 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo - - - - - - - - - - City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer
Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - City Councilor
Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “
Hon. Marey Beth D. Marzan - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “
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

ABSENT:

Hon. John Carlos G. Delos Reyes - - - - - - - - - - - City Councilor
Hon. Robine Rose C. Buenafe- - - - - - - - - - - - - - SK Federation President


RESOLUTION NO. 175
(Series of 2007)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING HEARTFELT CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SPECIAL PROGRAM IN ARTS OLONGAPO YOUTH CHOIR (SPA-OYC) AND EXPRESSING UTMOST ELATION FOR THEIR WELL-DESERVED DOUBLE VICTORY IN THE 1st ASIAN CHOIR GAMES HELD IN JAKARTA, INDONESIA


WHEREAS, the City of Olongapo, under the leadership of Honorable Mayor James Bong Gordon Jr., constantly pledges itself to supporting worthwhile activities that reflect the City’s culture and values;

WHEREAS, the Olongapo City National High School Special Program in Arts established the highly-talented Olongapo Youth Choir with the objective of bringing pride to the City and the country;

WHEREAS, the Asian Choir Games, conceptualized as taking the Olympic ideal into the arts, arose from the dream to peacefully unify all nations and its people through music;

WHEREAS, the 1st Asian Choir Games was scheduled on November 2 to 10, 2007 in Jakarta, Indonesia;

WHEREAS, the Special Program in Arts Olongapo Youth Choir (SPA-OYC) saw the opportunity, assiduously sought financial support with the help of their colleagues and families and registered in the Championship level;

WHEREAS, unfazed by fear and competition, the Special Program in Arts Olongapo Youth Choir bagged two SILVER AWARDS in the Musica Sacra A Capella and Gospel & Spiritual Championship Categories under the impressive training and baton of Ms. Jenivee Tolentino;

WHEREAS, the Philippine flag is hoisted once again for this double achievement, for which their home City of Olongapo is truly proud of;

NOW, THEREFORE, upon the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend as it hereby extends heartfelt congratulations to the Special Program in Arts Olongapo Youth Choir (SPA-OYC) and expressing utmost elation for their well-deserved double victory in the 1st Asian Choir Games held in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Let copies of this Resolution be furnished the Special Program in Arts Olongapo Youth Choir (SPA-OYC) for their record and the Public Affairs Office for information dissemination.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, November 14, 2007.



CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO
City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer


GINA GULANES - PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES
City Councilor City Councilor
(Absent)


RODEL S. CEREZO MAREY BETH D. MARZAN
City Councilor City Councilor


SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA EDWIN J. PIANO
City Councilor City Councilor

ANGELITO W. BALOY AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR
City Councilor City Councilor


ANSELMO A. AQUINO ELENA C. DABU
City Councilor City Councilor

CARLITO A. BALOY ROBINE ROSE C. BUENAFE
President, Liga ng mga Barangay SK Federation President
(Absent)


ATTEST:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON
Council Secretary


APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON______________________.



JAMES GORDON, JR.
City Mayor
ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.
Secretary to the City Mayor

2007 R - 174 - EXTENDING HEARTFELT CONGRATULATIONS TO THE OLONGAPO ICT CHORALE

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON NOVEMBER 14, 2007 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo - - - - - - - - - City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer
Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - City Councilor
Hon. Rodel S. Cerezo - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “
Hon. Marey Beth D. Marzan - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “
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

ABSENT:

Hon. John Carlos G. Delos Reyes - - - - - - - - - - - City Councilor
Hon. Robine Rose C. Buenafe- - - - - - - - - - - - - - SK Federation President

RESOLUTION NO. 174
(Series of 2007)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING HEARTFELT CONGRATULATIONS TO THE OLONGAPO INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) CHORALE AND EXPRESSING UTMOST ELATION FOR THEIR WELL-DESERVED TRIUMPH IN THE 1st ASIAN CHOIR GAMES HELD IN JAKARTA, INDONESIA

WHEREAS, the City of Olongapo, under the leadership of Honorable Mayor James Bong Gordon Jr., constantly pledges itself to supporting worthwhile activities that reflect the City’s culture and values;

WHEREAS, the Olongapo City National High School Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Curriculum established the richly-talented ICT Chorale with the hope of bringing pride to the City;

WHEREAS, the Asian Choir Games, conceptualized as taking the Olympic ideal into the arts, arose from the dream to peacefully unify all nations and its people through music;

WHEREAS, the 1st Asian Choir Games was scheduled on November 2 to 10, 2007 in Jakarta, Indonesia;

WHEREAS, the two-month old Olongapo ICT Chorale saw the opportunity, assiduously sought financial support with the help of their colleagues and families and registered in the Mixed Youth Choirs Category of the 1st Asian Choir Games;

WHEREAS, unfazed by fear and competition, the Olongapo ICT Chorale bagged the SILVER III AWARD in the Mixed Youth Choirs Category on November 3, 2007 under the impressive training and baton of Ms. Janice Javier-Llemos and Mr. Roland Fronda;

WHEREAS, the Philippine flag is hoisted once again for this achievement, for which their home City of Olongapo is truly proud of;


NOW, THEREFORE, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend as it hereby extends heartfelt congratulations to the Olongapo Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Chorale and expressing utmost elation for their well-deserved triumph in the 1st Asian Choir Games held in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Let copies of this Resolution be furnished to all interested Business Establishments and Industry and the Public Affairs Office for information dissemination.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, November 14, 2007.


CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO
City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer


GINA GULANES - PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES
City Councilor City Councilor
(Absent)


RODEL S. CEREZO MAREY BETH D. MARZAN
City Councilor City Councilor


SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA EDWIN J. PIANO
City Councilor City Councilor

ANGELITO W. BALOY AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR
City Councilor City Councilor


ANSELMO A. AQUINO ELENA C. DABU
City Councilor City Councilor

CARLITO A. BALOY ROBINE ROSE C. BUENAFE
President, Liga ng mga Barangay SK Federation President
(Absent)

ATTEST:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON
Council Secretary

APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON______________________.


JAMES GORDON, JR.
City Mayor
ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.
Secretary to the City Mayor

2007 R - 152 - EXTENDING PROFOUND CONDOLENCES AND HEARTFELT PRAYERS TO THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF MRS. SOLEDAD DELA CRUZ CALMA

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON OCTOBER 10, 2007 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo - - - - - - - - City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer
Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - - - - - - City Councilor & Temporary Presiding Officer
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. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “
Hon. Anselmo A. Aquino- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “
Hon. Carlito A. Baloy- - - - - - - - - - - - -President, Liga ng mga Barangay
Hon. Robine Rose C. Buenafe- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - SK Federation President

ABSENT:

Hon. Elena C. Dabu- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - City Councilor

RESOLUTION NO. 152
(Series of 2007)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING PROFOUND CONDOLENCES AND HEARTFELT PRAYERS TO THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF MRS. SOLEDAD DELA CRUZ CALMA, MOTHER OF OLONGAPO CITY COUNCILOR ELENA C. DABU

WHEREAS, Mrs. Soledad dela Cruz Calma or “Apo,” as fondly called by her family and friends, peacefully joined her Creator on October 10, 2007 at the age of 86;

WHEREAS, known to be a woman who got what she wanted, Apo worked hard, took risks and effected discipline in order to provide well for her family;

WHEREAS, aside from being a great cook, a lover of travel and a conscientious entrepreneur, she was also a proud and active member of the Senior Citizen’s Federation and the Philippine Veterans Association;

WHEREAS, Apo, although unable to obtain formal education, overcame life’s challenges with boldness and determination and proved to be a consummate mother to her eight children, with Councilor Elena C. Dabu being the youngest;

WHEREAS, her endearing presence in the family whom she showered with so much love, kindness, respect and utmost care will truly be missed;

WHEREAS, the City sincerely sympathizes with the Calma-Dabu Family for their sorrow and prays that they graciously move on from the loss of a loved one;

WHEREAS, the City joins her family in recognizing and appreciating the life that she has lived well;

NOW, THEREFORE, with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to express, as it hereby expresses profound condolences and heartfelt prayers to the bereaved family of Mrs. Soledad dela Cruz-Calma, mother of Olongapo City Councilor Elena C. Dabu.

Let a copy of this Resolution be furnished the bereaved family of Mrs. Soledad dela Cruz Calma for their information and record.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, October 10, 2007.


*CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO
City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer


GINA GULANES - PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES
City Councilor City Councilor
Temporary Presiding Officer


RODEL S. CEREZO MAREY BETH D. MARZAN
City Councilor City Councilor


SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA EDWIN J. PIANO
City Councilor City Councilor


ANGELITO W. BALOY AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR
City Councilor City Councilor


ANSELMO A. AQUINO ELENA C. DABU
City Councilor City Councilor
(Absent)


CARLITO A. BALOY ROBINE ROSE C. BUENAFE
President, Liga ng mga Barangay SK Federation President

ATTEST:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON
Council Secretary

APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON______________________.


JAMES GORDON, JR.
City Mayor
ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.
Secretary to the City Mayor


*requested for an excuse

2007 R - 149 - EXTENDING THE ADOPTION OF THE EXPERIMENTAL IMPLEMENTATION OF A BODY NUMBER CODING SCHEME FOR PUBLIC UTILITY JEEPNEYS

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF OLONGAPO, HELD ON OCTOBER 10, 2007 AT THE CITY HALL.

PRESENT:

Hon. Cynthia G. Cajudo - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - City Vice-Mayor
Hon. Gina Gulanes-Perez - - - - - - -City Councilor & Temporary Presiding Officer
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. Aquilino Y. Cortez, Jr.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “
Hon. Anselmo A. Aquino- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - “ “
Hon. Carlito A. Baloy- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - President, Liga ng mga Barangay
Hon. Robine Rose C. Buenafe- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - SK Federation President

ABSENT:

Hon. Elena C. Dabu- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - City Councilor


RESOLUTION NO. 149
(Series of 2007)

A RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE ADOPTION OF THE EXPERIMENTAL IMPLEMENTATION OF A BODY NUMBER CODING SCHEME FOR PUBLIC UTILITY JEEPNEYS J-01 AND J-011 UNTIL NOVEMBER 30, 2007 AS PART OF PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS.

WHEREAS, Resolution No. 185, Series of 2006 and Resolution No. 101, Series of 2007 were approved both adopting an experimental implementation of a Body Number Coding Scheme for Public Utility Jeepneys J-01 and J-011 for the periods covering October 11 to November 11, 2006 and from the effectivity of Res. No. 101 to September 30, 2007;

WHEREAS, there is reason to believe that the proposed scheme is economically beneficial for the vast majority of jeepney drivers in Olongapo City most of which have an internal body number coding rule implemented within their associations and cooperatives;

WHEREAS, Mr. Jose M. Ramos, Head of OTMPS, sent a letter dated August 6, 2007 indorsing and reintroducing said experimental scheme for field study to pave the way for a city ordinance if publicly accepted which is to be determined through committee hearings and public consultations such as this experimental scheme;

WHEREAS, in a letter dated October 8, 2007 the Chair of the Committee on Traffic, likewise indorsed the institutionalization of the body number coding scheme through a city ordinance;

WHEREAS, again in a letter dated October 10, 2007, Col. Aquino reiterated the need for a number coding scheme as he reiterated his favorable recommendation for the proposed number coding scheme;

WHEREAS, the Committee on Transportation needs to further study the reasonableness of the long-term measure and enjoins this Council to further deliberate on the matter to insure that its objective: traffic decongestion, increased income for drivers and operators, less pollution, etc. are achieved;

WHEREAS, the extension of this experimental scheme is to consider and study other processes or means which should ultimately redound to the welfare of the riding public;

WHEREAS, the following details the body number coding schedule:

BODY NUMBER DAYS OFF

J01 001 – 050 Monday
J01 051 – 100 Tuesday
J01 101 – 150 Wednesday
J01 151 – 200 Thursday
J01 201 – 250 Friday
J01 251 – 270 Saturday
J11 001 – 030 Saturday
J11 031 – 080 Sunday


NOW, THEREFORE, on motion of Councilor John Carlos G. delos Reyes, co-sponsored by Councilor Aquilino Y. Cortez, and with the unanimous accord of the Members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod present,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in session assembled, to extend, as it is hereby extends the adoption of the experimental implementation of a body number coding scheme for public utility jeepneys J-01 And J-011 until November 30, 2007 as part of public consultations.

APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY, October 10, 2007.


*CYNTHIA G. CAJUDO
City Vice-Mayor


GINA GULANES - PEREZ JOHN CARLOS G. DELOS REYES
City Councilor City Councilor
Temporary Presiding Officer


RODEL S. CEREZO MAREY BETH D. MARZAN
City Councilor City Councilor


SARAH LUGERNA LIPUMANO-GARCIA EDWIN J. PIANO
City Councilor City Councilor

*requested for an excuse

ANGELITO W. BALOY AQUILINO Y. CORTEZ, JR
City Councilor City Councilor


ANSELMO A. AQUINO ELENA C. DABU
City Councilor City Councilor
(Absent)


CARLITO A. BALOY ROBINE ROSE C. BUENAFE
President, Liga ng mga Barangay SK Federation President


ATTEST:

ELFLIDA S. SALMON
Council Secretary


APPROVED BY HIS HONOR, THE CITY MAYOR ON______________________.


JAMES GORDON, JR.
City Mayor
ATTEST:

DELFIN A. JUICO, JR.
Secretary to the City Mayor