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ANNUAL PROJECT REPORT (APR) FOR UNDP/GEF PROJECTS
2004
OFFICIAL TITLE:
COUNTRY: PHILIPPINES
Conservation of the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park (TRNMP) and World Heritage Site
UNDP PROJECT NUMBER:
PHI/00/G36 GEF PROJECT NUMBER:
985
DATE OF REPORT: June 2004 DATE OF LAST APR: May 2003
1. BASIC PROJECT IDENTIFIERS- Please enter all date (DD/MM/YEAR)FOCAL AREA BiodiversityOPERATIONAL PROGRAMME 2: Coastal, marine and freshwater ecosystemDATE OF ENTRY IN WP 20/MAR/2000PRODOC SIGNATURE DATE 23/AUG/2000DURATION (MONTHS) 48 months (4years)DATE OF FIRST DISBURSEMENT 1 October 2000CLOSING DATE Original: September 2004
Revised 1:Revised 2:
1.1 BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION. (To be filled by Regional Coordinating Unit) As it appears in PIMS. Please adjust if required.The overall objective of the proposed conservation initiative is to protect the unique and relatively pristine condition of the globally significant biological diversity and ecological processes of the Tubbataha Reefs National Marine Park (TRNMP) and to manage TRNMP and the surrounding area on a sustainable and ecologically sound basis. This objective of the project will largely be pursued through the implementation of the approved Management Plan for TRNMP. The conservation of TRNMP also depends on the actions in the surrounding areas including the islands of Cagayancillo and Cavili. Human inhabitants of these islands threaten TRNMP as they are using and permitting the extraction of resources from the Park. Has it been adjusted? : NO
1 To be filled in Headquarters
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Impacts on: Has the project produced
impacts? Yes / No / Not
applicable / Planned
Quantitative Information of impact(what are these impacts and how much
of them has been produced ?)
How was this measured / How was the information collected?
Other comments on impacts
Expanding protected areas Yes Area (hectares) affected : 54,323 hectares of local marine reserves in Cagayancillo covered by local ordinances and expanded area for TRNMP in the proposed Tubbataha Bill
Community mapping and actual survey with the aid of GPS and GIS in finalizing boundaries
Management of these marine reserves are by the local gov’t and communities. The municipal gov’t allocate annual budget for operations including law enforcement.
The Tubbataha Bill expanded the area to include J.Beazley. Management will be assumed by the TPAMB.
Improving management effectiveness of protected areas
Yes Areas (hectares) affected: 33,200 hectares covered by the TRNMP
A management effectiveness monitoring program has become part of the TRNMP management plan and several indicators are already being monitored.
The actual monitoring of indicators are built into the different activities/programs such as the long-term ecosystem research, the conservation awareness and capacity building programs.
Improving practices of sustainable use of biodiversity resources.
Yes Areas (hectares) of production landscape and seascape: Municipal waters of Cagayancillo have no actual measurement yet because of unresolved legal basis for delineating municipal waters. Tourism, fishery, seaweeds farming and finance development are now anchored on improved condition of marine resources, spearheaded by the municipal government in the implementation of their CRM program.
Mapping and measurement were referred to NAMRIA
This will involve the government, private and business sectors within and outside the municipality of Cagayancillo.
Changes in sectoral policies, laws and regulations to improve biodiversity
Yes TRNMP Bill filed in Congress for passage into law. The bill will be re-filed
----- The bill reinforces the operation of the Park as provided for in the
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2: IMPACTS AND RESULTS RELATED TO THE NEW GEF STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
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conservation and sustainable use. at the opening of the new Congress. Once approved this will harmonizing the NIPAS, SEP and Local Gov’t Code in managing a specific protected area.
TRNMP Management Plan which currently guides the TPAMB and the TMO in its implementation activities.
Sharing of benefits between and/or in countries, arising from the use of genetic resources
----- Describe outcomes ----- -----
Other impacts2 Planned Protection of TRNMP serves as an effective groundwork in promoting regional efforts to conserve marine biodiversity, such as the Sulu-Sulawesi Marine Ecoregion Conservation Program. This contributes directly to increase effectiveness in connecting and magnifying the values of protected areas.
----- Species biodiversity can be promoted by identifying migratory species within the region such as sea turtles, seabirds and marine mammals. Economically, this can also dwell on migratory species of commercial value such as tuna.
3. PROJECT PERFORMANCESRF Goal (*): Environmentally sustainable development to reduce human povertySRF Sub Goal (*) Sustainable environmental management and energy development to improve the livelihoods and security of
the poorStrategic Area of Support (1) National policy, legal and regulatory framework for environmentally sustainable development
Outcome: Environment and natural resources (ENR) policies, framework and plans strengthened, rationalized and effectively implemented
Strategic Area of Support (2) Institutional framework for sustainable environmental management and energy developmentOutcome: Improved capacity of national/ sectoral authorities to plan and implement integrated approaches to environmental management and energy development that responds to the needs of the poor
(*) The UNDP Country Office will fill out these fields
2 Other impacts may be environmental, social, institutional, economic, etc. Many should have already have been identified as indicators in the objectives and outcomes section of the logical framework matrix. Note that you should NOT include discussion of results related to outputs, inputs or activities such as reporting on the number of workshops held, people trained, etc. The focus is on actual measurable changes in condition.
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3.1 OBJECTIVE
Indicator 1
Value in year 0
Mid-term Target(Year 2002)
End of Project Target (Year 2004)
2003 Measure 2004 Measure Last year Rating
This year Rating3
Stable or increased reef health
Decreasing trend in reef condition
Reef health condition stable
Reef health condition increasing
After the bleaching event in 1998, the reef condition index continuously increased showing reef recovery.
Reef condition index still increasing indicating possible recovery to reef condition before bleaching event.
HS HS
Indicator 2 Value in year 0
Mid-term Target(Year 2002)
End of Project Target (Year 2004)
2003 Measure 2004 Measure Last year Rating
This year Rating
Effective management structure in place
Management structure not fully operational and roles of members not clear
Target resource managers are aware of their roles and functions
Tubbataha Protected Area Management Board (TPAMB) has a clear legal mandate to sustain long-term operations
TPAMB & TMO, the Cagayancillo Livelihood Committee and Core of Trainers together with the LGU are functioning in accordance with their respective roles and responsibilities
TPAMB & TMO take on full responsibility of TRNMP management; Municipal Gov’t of Cagayancillo and Pangabuhian Foundation takes on full responsibility of CRM and livelihood program in Cagayancillo
HS S
Indicator 3 Value in year 0
Mid-term Target(Year 2002)
End of Project Target (Year
2003 Measure 2004 Measure Last year Rating
This year Rating
3 Ratings. HS: Highly Satisfactory / S: Satisfactory / MS: marginally Satisfactory / U: Unsatisfactory. Please refer to Instruction Sheet for definition of each rating.
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2004)Appropriate management system and instruments developed and implemented
Management system and instruments are insufficient for effective management
Management system and instruments are developed with stakeholders
Long-term TRNMP management plan updated and implemented in partnership with stakeholders
Management instruments developed and implemented: revised TRNMP management plan, TRNMP bill, CRM plan, Livelihood Operations Plan, Park Tourism Rules and regulations, Marine Ecosystem Research and Monitoring Plan, IEC and Capacity Building Plan, Comprehensive Cagayancillo Fishery Code, Accounting Policies and Procedures for TMO.
TRNMP qualified as a pilot site in the Marine Protected Area (MPA)- Management Effectiveness Initiative (MEI)under the IUCN- World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) –Marine. It is one of the 18 pilot sites worldwide, testing indicators of management effectiveness to develop a guidebook
Plans are implemented by the respective organizations in charge. Budget allocations are likewise included in the regular appropriations of the Provincial Government, Cagayancillo Municipal Government, the Philippine Navy, the Philippine Coast Guard. DENR started to finance specific projects on information campaign.
Management effectiveness monitoring and evaluation incorporated in the TRNMP Management Plan. Several indicators have been included in the regular activities. Other indicators identified serve as reference for project development by other interested organizations such as Conservation International, and the World Heritage Center.
HS S
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which could be used by other MPAs.
Overall rating S
Project Comment on rating
The project has effectively managed the protected areas as shown by the increasing trends in biological indicators inspite of the bleaching event in 1998. Management structures and systems are operational and handled well by the local management groups within the TPAMB and the Local Government of Cagayancillo, which will continue to function beyond this project term. However, the TRNMP bill which will in effect provide permanence to the TPAMB and its operational systems is still in the process of approval by the Philippine Congress. Delay in this process was brought about the national elections. The remaining months of the project will still require re-filing and lobbying for the passage of this bill.
CO Comment CO agrees with the satisfactory (S) rating.RC CommentPTA Comment
3.2 OUTCOMES.4-
Outcome 1: Bring about the effective long-term management of TRNMPValue in year 0
Mid-term Target(Year 2002)
End of Project TargetYear 2004)
2003 Measure 2004 Measure Last year Rating
This year Rating5
Indicator 1:Functional TPAMB & TMO
TPAMB as a policy making body does not have an implementi
Tubbataha Management Office created
TPAMB meeting regularly and making decisions which are
The interim TPAMB meets quarterly to decide on policy issues; an Executive Committee meets monthly or as the need arises to decide on
100% of scheduled meetings attended by 90% of members, on the average. Policy decisions are made and translated into
HS HS
4 Please use the same format to report on additional outcomes in case the project has more than three.5 Ratings. HS: Highly Satisfactory / S: Satisfactory / MS: marginally Satisfactory / U: Unsatisfactory. Please refer to Instruction Sheet for definition of each rating
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ng arm to operationalize its decisions
implemented by the TMO
immediate concerns & come up with policy recommendations to TPAMB; TMO operational with 4 staff –the Prov’l Gov allocated PhP 800,000 for salaries and administrative cost of TMO for 2003 and the LGU of Cagayancillo allocated PhP 480,000 for the CRM implementation for 2003.
action through the Execom and the TMO.
The ranger station is directly supervised by the Park Manager who heads the TMO.
The Cagayancillo Satellite office functions as a CRM center, Pangabuhian office and Information Resource Center (mini-library). Manpower are provided by the Municipal Government and the Pangabuhian Foundation.
Indicator 2:TRNMP Management Plan implemented
Management Plan approved in 1998 is implemented in fragmented activity oriented manner
Management Plan updated and revised in accordance with new information and developments
Revised Management Plan approved and implemented in a programmatic manner
Revised management plan drafted and validated with major stakeholders. Implementation of activities are in accordance with the management plan.
Revised Management Plan guides implementation of activities in TRNMP and Cagayancillo.
S HS
Indicator 3:Law enforcement and patrol system in
Law enforcement procedures not clear among implement
Patrols are conducted regularly following a clear delineation of roles
Reduced incidence of illegal activities in the Park and associated
Year-round patrol & maintenance of facilities/ equipment in TRNMP being undertaken by the composite team of Park Rangers (Phil. Navy, Phil. Coast Guard, KKP/TMO).
Ranger station maintained with basic patrol and surveillance equipment. Composite team of rangers conduct
S S
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place ors and functions in law enforcement
marine areas
In Cagayancillo, the reorganization of MFARMC/BFARMC was facilitated through the LGU-Mun. Agriculture Office. The Municipal Comprehensive Fishery Ordinance is being implemented by the recently formed Kilusang Sagip Kalikasan (KSK). Communities are engaged in patrol and surveillance of the fishing grounds, seaweed farms and marine reserves. Live fish trade was stopped by the Municipal Gov of Cagayancillo to abate cyanide fishing. Seaweed farming which is a sustainable resource use is being fully supported through technical and financial assistance.
regular patrols, except when weather is bad. The radar was fixed and calibrated to be more useful during times when actual patrols are not possible. There were shipgroundings reported due to bad weather but none for illegal fishing.
In Cagayancillo, the Municipal Government through the Kilusang Sagip Kalikasan and the PNP continue to implement law enforcement activities in accordance with their Fisheries Code. Inspite of inadequacies in law enforcement equipment and manpower, the local community’s general perception points to reduced incidence of illegal fishing.
Indicator 4:Resource management capacities show
Limited understanding and experience in managing an offshore
Conducted trainings directly related to MPA and coastal/marine
TPAMB/TMO, park rangers, Cagayancillo LGU and communities are
Park Rangers (including the Phil. Navy, Phil. Coast Guard) are undergoing continuous training on marine ecology, basic research methods & para-legal
Continuing training were undertaken involving a total of 988 individual partners. Training topics involved MPA/CRM management,
S S
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improvement
MPA; Cagayancillo LGU and communities very passive to coastal/marine resource management
resource management for TPAMB, TMO, park rangers, Cagayancillo LGU and communities, project staff and other stakeholders
managing the conservation of resources and resolving arising issues pertaining to actual operations
techniques. Trainings on equipment operation and maintenance were attended by marine park rangers. Training on sustainable resource management & livelihood attended by the Livelihood Committee/Cagayancillo Pangabuhi-an Foundation members; the CATCO continues to train mothers, law enforcers (M/BFARMC) and the youth on marine resource conservation. Training were designed to provide operational skills directly applied in the implementation of activities that the participants are involved in.
livelihood planning & operation and law enforcement.
Local group directly manage field operations and are showing improved skills as shown by progress of work in the Parks visitor management and in Cagayancillo’s CRM and livelihood fund management.
Indicator 5:Rules for dive tourism developed and implemented
Diver tourism not well regulated
Developed and tested a permitting and user fee system based on improved park rules and regulations
Full implementation of the permitting and user fee system by the TPAMB/TMO
Rules and regulations for the conduct of tourism activities improved and enforced together with dive tour operators.
Enforcement of park rules and regulations coordinated with the Phil. Coast Guard to reinforce permitting system. Violations are properly documented and meted with corresponding fines and sanctions. A total of P271,200 collected from fines since 1999. Tourists participate in conservation
S HS
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awareness activities and some volunteer their service in the production and distribution of information materials.
Indicator 6: Sustainable financing plan in place
Funds are limited to activity-based projects; there is no long-term financing plan to sustain management of the Park
TRNMP trust fund established utilizing collections from conservation fees (park user fee for dive tourism)
Core operation of the TPAMB to protect TRNMP provided for by the trust fund and commitment by partner organizations
Park user fee & permitting system being implemented; collections are in a Trust Fund with the Provincial Government under a well-defined disbursement scheme. The Prov’l Gov’t is allocating funds for the operation of the TMO while the Municipal Gov’t of Cagayancillo is allocating funds for the CRM. Continuing project development is being pursued. A more comprehensive sustainable financing plan shall be completed in 2003.
Total user fee (now called conservation fee) collection for 2000-2004 dive seasons amounted to P8.9M. This constitutes the bulk of the Trust Fund which funds about 30% of annual core cost for TRNMP management.
A 10-year financing plan is being finalized to reflect bare bones cost that will sustain effective management of TRNMP.
The Municipal Government of Cagayancillo provides annual budget appropriation for the implementation of their CRM and livelihood program.
S S
Indicator 7: TRNMP zonation assessed and
Effectivity of the existing zonation plan based
Effectivity of the zonation plan assessed
If applicable, a more effective plan is put
TRNMP is beng protected as a no-take zone and area for marine ecosystem research and education.
It was decided in the TPAMB that the TRNMP will maintain its no-take status, proven to be most
S HS
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enforced on conservation merits not assessed
and if necessary a more effective plan is designed.
in place. effective in protecting the reefs and in increasing potential benefits that can support fisheries in associated communities, specifically Cagayancillo.
Indicator 8: Jessie Beazley and Basterra Reefs included in the TRNMP
J.Beazley and Basterra Reefs not included in the TRNMP
Assess the possibility of including these reefs as part of TRNMP
Develop a management approach for these reefs
Jessie Beazley has been included in the TRNMP House Bill 5515, thus increasing its coverage to 87,655 hectares (from 33,200 ha). A separate management plan for Basterra Reef is being prepared based on biological assessment of the reef.
The TRNMP Bill while still pending approval by Congress, remains to be the instrument to include J. Beazley as part of the Park. Basterra Reef is now being considered as part of the larger effort to create a network of MPAs in the Cagayan Ridge. This is being pursued in line with the SSME Conservation Plan.
S S
Outcome 2: Raise awareness regarding the importance of conserving TRNMP so that stakeholders are aware and actively supporting conservation efforts
Value in year 0
Mid-term Target(Year 2002)
End of Project TargetYear 2004)
2003 Measure 2004 Measure Last year Rating
This year Rating
Indicator 1:Local communities, governme
No targeted conservation awareness or
Increased understanding and appreciation of the benefits of
More partners are supporting conservati
Communities in Cagayancillo have accepted TRNMP as a no-take zone. Jessie Beazley’s inclusion to the TRNMP was also
While there are sentiments among Cagayancillo residents that benefits derived from the conservation of Tubbataha are not yet
S S
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nt units, dive operators and tourists are aware, supportive and involved in conservation
education activities on-going
protecting Tubbataha and coastal/ marine resources as a whole
on of Tubbataha and are participating in the conservation of coastal/ marine resources
supported by the LGU and communities in Cagayancillo
Tambuli ta mga Cagayanen, a local NGO, airing radio program with environmental messages incorporated with the Cagayan cultural heritage. A magazine format was adopted for the one-hour radio program.
The Prov. Government through the office of the Prov, Agriculture provides technical assistance to the project under its Prov’l CRM program; the Prov. Treasury likewise provide administrative support to the management of the Trust Fund; the Governor supports Park management through fund allocation. The Puerto Princesa Rotary Club donated mooring buoys for the park.
Dive operators assist in briefing the tourists on the tourism rules and regulations in TRNMP and in reporting
enough to compensate lost opportunities from fishing in TRNMP, most fishermen accept the value of potential benefits in the long-term and are willing to make sacrifices. There is also a growing sense of pride for Tubbataha being a part of Cagayancillo. There are perceptions of a brighter future because of the improvement in their marine resources.
There are private groups negotiating with the Municipal Government of Cagayancillo for partnership in tourism and live aquarium fish trade with certification mechanism.
The provincial government of Negros Oriental is also keen on operating package tours for local tourists to Cagayancillo and Tubbataha.
A seaweed processor would like to buy seaweeds directly from
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violations. They also provide testimonies on the improving conditions of the reefs indicated by increased sightings of megafauna.
There were violations of the Park Rules by the tour operators. But these were tackled in a consultation meeting which was well-attended. Fines were paid.
the Pangabuhian Foundation.
Other partners such as the Provincial Government, Phil. Navy and Phil. Coast Guard continue to provide not only financial but manpower and logistical support.
Outcome 3: Ensure that relevant policies and regulations support conservation and resource management in TRNMPValue in year 0
Mid-term Target(Year 2002)
End of Project TargetYear 2004)
2003 Measure 2004 Measure Last year Rating
This year Rating
Indicator 1:Policy climate supportive of conservation and long-term sustainable management of TRNMP
Only limited policy analysis has been undertaken to guide policy formulation
Policy studies undertaken on structural, financial and regulatory issues affecting management of TRNMP
Necessary legal instruments designed and passed as statutes to strengthen conservation management of TRNMP
PCSDS revived its Legal Committee chaired by the Vice Governor and includes in its main agenda the protection of TRNMP. It supports the recommendations of the policy study prepared under the sub-contract of the Legal Env’l Assistance Center (ELAC) commissioned by the project.
Law enforcement organizations in Palawan
On the basis of initial submission to Congress of the TRNMP Bill, it will be re-filed when it resumes session. This was delayed due to the national elections.
In the absence of a specific law for TRNMP, the TPAMB operates on the basis of existing laws such as the NIPAS, SEP and Local Government Code.
S MS
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shows improved unity in addressing cases related to violation of the Park and fishery laws – manifested in the Chinese Poaching cases. The major problem is in the judiciary which is greatly influenced by the national offices.
Members of the Congressional Committee on Environment expressed support to the TRNMP Bill (House Bill 5515) through sponsorship. House Bill 5515 was filed in Congress through the 2 Congressmen of Palawan. A technical working group was formed to hear comments from other agencies, specially DENR. A substitute bill incorporating these comments have been prepared for the next hearing.
The Philippine Biodiversity Conservation Priority Program (support to the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action developed for Phil. Agenda 21) identified and includes TRNMP and Cagayan as areas of high priority.
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Outcome 4: Conduct research and monitoring on the reef to detect and document changes in the condition of the reef system
Value in year 0
Mid-term Target(Year 2002)
End of Project TargetYear 2004)
2003 Measure 2004 Measure Last year Rating
This year Rating
Indicator 1:Biological knowledge of the reef system increased and changes in the condition of the ecosystem documented
Results of biological studies were not maximized for management because conduct of surveys were not properly coordinated
Designed an ecosystem research and monitoring protocol to establish baseline information and track changes in the condition of the ecosystem
Biophysical factors influencing the ecosystem identified and used in adaptive management
The long-term marine ecosystem research and monitoring program being implemented and expanded to include climate change, in response to the forecast of El Nino this year.
Annual research and monitoring report for 2002 completed.
Studies showed that for the last years, natural factors rather than human activities affect the structure of the reefs in Tubbataha. The decline in hard coral cover in 1999 brought about by El Nino in 1998 is believed to be circumvented by protection measures preventing human induced damages. Thus increasing trends in reef condition index have been recorded over the last four years.
2003 and 2004 research and monitoring reports have been completed showing improving biophysical conditions in the reefs of Tubbataha and Cagayancillo.
HS HS
Indicator 2: GIS database on TRNMP
Geographical information on Tubbatah
Updated GIS information for the the
Enhanced collection, storage and analysis of
Coastal resource map for Cagayancillo prepared together with the LGU and communities; updated GIS –generated maps on
GIS maps and database have been incorporated in the CMARIS and concrete plans to update are in place as part of the SSME
HS HS
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and Cagayancillo established and being used in management and decision-making
a were not organized to allow maximum use for management
different project sites
geographical information relevant to management
boundaries, bathymetry and resources for TRNMP (including Jessie Beazley) available.
Conservation Program. Such updated information will be used in the development of network of MPAs within the Cagayan Ridge.
Outcome 5: Establish an effective local community resource management program that is linked to reserves and alternative resource use regimes
Value in year 0
Mid-term Target(Year 2002)
End of Project TargetYear 2004)
2003 Measure 2004 Measure Last year Rating
This year Rating
Indicator 1:Better understanding of resource use and socio-economic factors leading to resource depletion in TRNMP and Cagayancillo
There was very limited information on resource use and socio-economic condition from which management decisions can be made
Analysis of the resource use pattern and socio-economic factors leading to resource depletion in TRNMP and Cagayancillo
Monitor and evaluate changes in resource use and socio-economic conditions in Cagayancillo and its impact on TRNMP
Data for socio-economic and governance indicators were gathered to enhance baseline survey.
Monitoring survey on socio-economic and governance indicators was undertaken to evaluate changes and come up with recommendations for the local management groups to consider in the implementation of their CRM and livelihood program.
S S
Indicator 2: Exploitation pressure
Cagayancillo reefs were
Develop a coastal resource
Cagayancillo governme
The municipal government and communities in
The established local marine reserves are being managed by
HS HS
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on TRNMP decreases as communities sustainably manage their natural resources
being destroyed and marine resources were being depleted
management program with the communities of Cagayancillo
nt and communities implementing a sustainable coastal resource management program
Cagayancillo are actively involved in the patrol and surveillance of their fishing grounds and seaweed farms.
clusters of barangays concerned and funded by the Municipal Government. Management committees have been formed for each of the 5 marine reserves and are showing improved biophysical conditions.
Indicator 3: Exploitation pressure on TRNMP decreases as communities are benefiting from community-based alternative livelihood programs
Cagayancillo fishermen relies heavily on fishing as their primary source of income.
Develop a locally managed livelihood program that is linked to conservation
A local group managing a sustainable livelihood program that is linked to conservation
Livelihood Fund supports 27 projects with an aggregate amount of PhP 250,000. Repayments are recorded at 86%. The management of the fund includes policies ensuring the commitment of members and borrowers to defined and agreed conservation measures.
The Livelihood Fund managed by the Pangabuhian Foundation in partnership with the Municipal Government continuously provide financial assistance to its members (152). Although there are operational problems and issues being encountered, the management continuously seek ways to adjust policies and reach more members of the community without sacrificing the integrity of the limited funds they now have. Repayment of loans as of Dec 2003 was placed at88%, involving 103 borrowers. Earnings from loans amounted to P60,319.
S HS
Indicator 4: Criteria,
The link between
Identified applicable
Identified criteria
Local marine reserves with a total area of 242
Local marine reserves which are managed as
S HS
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indicators and best practice guidelines for biodiversity conservation are incorporated into economic activities, plans and strategies
conservation and economic benefits is not clear in the local communities in Cagayancillo thus resulting to short-term exploitation that leads to resource depletion
criteria and indicators of best practice for biodiversity conservation
and indicators applied in the CRM plan including the livelihood operations plan
hectares identified and being managed by the CRM team under the Municipal Agriculture Office.
no-take zone were reduced to a total of 99.7 hectares instead of the 242 hectares to have more areas for community use. This was also a practical move considering the capacity and resources of the local management groups. Barangay and municipal ordinances have been approved to legitimize the designation of such areas. Moreover, with the CRM plan in place, marine areas outside of these reserves will remain to be the subject of multiple-use management strategies.
Overall rating S
3.3 WORK PLAN For outcomes rated MS or U please describe priority Actions planned for the following reporting period to overcome constrains
TIMING
ISSUE/CONSTRAINT: Delayed passing of the TRNMP Bill into a lawPRIORITY ACTION: Re-file the Bill when Congress resumes and strengthen lobby group to include budget appropriation in its approval.
BY WHOM: TPAMB in coordination with PCSD, DENR and the two Congressional Representatives of Palawan
Date Entered: June 2004
Expected Completion: September 2004
ISSUE/CONSTRAINT: Delayed in the development of the business plan Date Entered: June
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PRIORITY ACTION: With the submitted business plan, the TPAMB will prepare its priorities for the next 5 3 years and come up with doable work and financial plan, considering available resources
BY WHOM: TPAMB and TMO
2004
Expected Completion: September 2004
3.4 RISKS.
Risk Description Describe Status of Risk at start of project (Year 0)
Describe Status Last Year
Describe Status this Year
Rating*
A The Tubbataha Protected Area Bill will be fully supported and passed into law
Low risk considering that there is a generic bill for protected areas under NIPAS to facilitate legislation.
Considering experiences of protected areas under NIPAS in accessing their funds and the need to come up with specific mechanisms for TRNMP because of the Strategic Env’l Plan which is special law for Palawan, the proposed bill for Tubbataha did not strictly follow
The provisions of the bill have been agreed to by the major agencies involved such as DENR, the Palawan Council for Sustainable Dev (PCSD) but the provision for budget allocation still encounters difficulty in the Congressional Committee on Budget Appropriations because of the economic crisis faced by the country.
S
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the generic bill and therefore would cause some difficulty in legislation.
B Stakeholders are receptive to information about the importance of conserving biodiversity in Tubbataha
Stakeholders are receptive in understanding the significance of biodiversity and the significance of MPAs as a tool in conserving marine biodiversity.
Stakeholders show increasing interest in marine biodiversity conservation after seeing the results in Tubbataha and in the Cagayancillo Reefs
Stakeholders continue to show interest and involvement in marine biodiversity conservation by acting as information agents themselves.
L
C The agencies involved in the development and application of policies and regulations will cooperate in taking action based on results of assessments
There are several mandates to which involved agencies respond to. There are apparent conflicts which need to be resolved to achieve cooperation.
The TPAMB was well recognized and became a good channel for conflict resolution.
Partner agencies were supportive of the TPAMB and its implementation of the TRNMP Management Plan. However, each agency is beset with operational difficulties which sometimes constrain them from fully supporting management actions.
L
D Changes in the ecosystem can be promptly assessed and fed into the development of management strategies
The distance of Tubbataha and Cagayancillo prevents prompt assessment of changes.
Locally based management groups such as the marine park rangers in Tubbataha,
Management of change require continuing effort to improve capacities of local management groups. Challenges are
M
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the Municipal Gov’t in Cagayancillo need to increase their capacity to promptly assess the changes which are important for improving management strategies.
evolving and from problems within the boundaries of the managed areas to problems and issues coming from external sources – climate change, solid waste pollution dumped in the oceans, offshore oil exploration.
E Communities and the local government are willing to participate and get involved in the management of their marine resources
MPAs tend to displace local use of resources. This can result to resistance from local communities and local governments.
Communities in Cagayancillo and its Municipal Government are actively involved in coastal resource management.
There is sustained involvement among communities and increased involvement by the Municipal Gov’t in managing the marine resources.
L
Additional Risks or unexpected problems encountered during the last year of implementation
The National Government has awarded Palawan’s offshore waters in the Sulu Sea for oil exploration. Although the park itself was not included in the oil grid, the next grid is relatively near. Cagayancillo, on the other hand, is inside the grid. Technology for oil exploration is not yet known to management so there is no conclusive stand whether this is favorable or not. Granting that the technology for exploration and operation will not be harmful, oil companies involved can be viewed as potential partners. (*) H= High ; S= Substantial ; M=Modest ; L= Low. Please refer to Instruction sheet for definition of ratings for risks
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Please describe actions taken or planned to manage High and Substantial risks
There will be renewed effort to re-file bill and organize a stronger lobby group for its passage, specifically the justification for appropriation of budget.
4. ADJUSTMENTS TO ORIGINAL PROJECT STRATEGYIndication of any major adjustments in strategies, targets and outcomes.a. Have the project's expected outcomes changed in the course of implementation?
Not substantially. The project outcomes were practically the same. Adjustments resulting from new information and experiential learning were reflected or incorporated in the management instruments which were used by the local management groups to continue the initiatives of the project.
b. Explain how and when changes were made.
An internal mid-term evaluation was done by KKP in 2002 but this focused on operational details and indicators of performance.
The TRNMP management plan, as part of the process, undergoes periodic review and adjustments.
Likewise, the CRM Plan for Cagayancillo will undergo periodic review and adjustments.
c. Was the logical framework matrix of the project updated to reflect changes in activities/outputs/objectives?
Changes were made in the annual work plans and budget submitted which essentially reflected changes in the logframe.
d. Has this affected the project's objectives or overall goal?
No
5. LESSONS 5.1 Are there lessons that could benefit the design or the implementation of other GEF-funded projects? Please list up to three and indicate which one/s could be worth of developing case studies
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a. Management effectivity in an MPA can lead to leakage problem – destructive activities transferred (not stopped) in other unprotected or less protected areas. MPAs are not stand-alone units and should include a monitoring system that captures its effect and relationship with other areas.
b. MPAs tend to displace local fishermen; loss in income can be viewed as local investment rather than lost opportunity to encourage local involvement.
c. Management councils, committees or boards constituted by several organizations with separate though interconnected mandates can be effective only if it has a strong implementing arm, such as the TMO in the case of Tubbataha.
5.2 Have these lessons been exchanged with other GEF or NON-GEF-funded projects? If so, please list the projects and describe the process. These lessons are now guiding the TPAMB in its implementation strategies.
WWF within its system embarks on long-term commitments in larger management areas to safeguard connectivity in the ecosystem and ensure sustainability.
Through exchange visits, TRNMP establishes link with Apo Reef to address issues common to both, such as the leakage problem.
6. PARTNERSHIP STRATEGIESThis section refers to collaboration among institutions to achieve mutually shared or agreed upon objectives and goals that draws on individual strengths and maximizes synergies. For the purpose of this report partners are understood as those that either: i) cooperate with the project (through in kind, or financial collaboration); or ii) are subcontracted providers of project services. 6.1 Please provide the following information
Partner Full Name(Do not give acronym
only!)
Type (*)
Role (*) $ Value Contributed (leveraged)
Contracted
Provincial Government of Palawan
Policy advise 5,450
Municipal Government of Cagayancillo
Implements complementary projects
5,000
Philippine Navy Law enforcement 22,000Philippine Coast Guard Law enforcement 14,500Palawan State University Business Plan 4,720
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(*) Please refer to Instruction sheet for guidelines on how to fill out this section. 6.2 Please describe any changes on partnership strategy (if any) from previous year
In comparison with the first years, partnerships are now directly linked with TPAMB and TMO rather than WWF as the project implementer. This ensures continuity of arrangements.
6.3 Additional information on Private Sector Involvement. This refers to companies that contribute to a project as opposed to receiving financing from it as subcontractors. 1. What economic sector does the company work in (e.g. tourism, fisheries, forestry, agriculture)?Dive operators and touristsLive aquarium fish importers (potential partners)
2. How is the company contributing to project objectives? Dive operators and tourists contribute to park management through their payment of conservation fees upon entry to the park. They also help in information and education campaign.
Live aquarium fish trade is being developed in Cagayancillo to replace illegal practices of collection using cyanide. The Municipal Government is leading this project under the livelihood program in partnership with Marine Aquarium Council (MAC) and Reefcheck. Several importers have signified interest to take part in the marketing.
3. How is the company being involved in project implementation?Dive operators brief their guests on Park Rules and Regulations as well as the significance of marine biodiversity conservation. Increasing number of tourists are also providing personal contributions of video footage and stills useful in the development of information materials.
Implementation arrangements with live aquarium fish importers are under negotiation.
4. What benefit is the company deriving from contributing to the project?World class diving translates to increase in bookings and good financial profit among dive operators. There were some operators who speculate that they might charter additional boats to accommodate tourists booking for next year’s dive season.
5. If the project has not involved companies but could benefit from their resources please explain, given sufficient resources, what could be done within the project to develop such involvement?
7. PROJECT SUSTAINABILITY
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7.1a) What are the key changes brought about (or that will be brought about) by the project which must be maintained into the future.?
1) Active involvement of the military in conservation2) Local legislations supporting management groups and instruments for local action3) Communicating conservation results to wider audience for greater participation4) TRNMP as a world heritage providing global benefits can logically continue seek support from international sources to share the cost of management5) Material wealth is important but it is more effective to shape the values of local communities in favor of conservation so that they are more ready to absorb responsibilities to employ wise use of resources and maximize benefits
7.2 What are the critical conditions that must be maintained in order for these changes to be sustained?Please refer to instructions for additional guidance.
Condition Required Indications that it will be maintained1) Well defined management structure
Management systems are defined on the basis of experiences shared by project implementers and stakeholders
2) Support to permanent structures such as the LGU
All organizations were designed to function within their regular mandate but with increased sense of accountability
7.3a. Does the project make use of a micro-finance facility? Yes
b. If so, was such a facility developed specifically for the project, or was an existing one used? How effective is it?
The facility was designed specific to the needs and capacities in Cagayancillo and is continually improved out of their own judgment and decisions. The facility is effective up to the level of being able to have an organized management group. It will take two years more to ascertain its effectivity in reaching out to wider beneficiaries.
8. NON-PROJECT ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY CO AND UNDP/GEF IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROJECTThis section aims to identify activities carried out by UNDP (either the country office or the GEF unit) that were not a part of the project, or which resulted from an unanticipated problem, but that have directly contributed towards the
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achievement of project objectives. It encompasses activities such as advocacy, policy dialogue, and knowledge management efforts. If soft assistance is not an issue for the project or too sensitive to address, this section can be left empty.
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9. MONITORING AND EVALUATION CommentsCO Field Visit LAST: March 2004 NEXT:----UNDP GEF Field Visit
LAST: March 2004 – May 2004
NEXT:---
Tripartite Review LAST: August 2003 NEXT:---Mid-Term Evaluation
PLANNED: 3rd Q 2003
DONE: May 2004 Very late considering project ends Sep 2004
Final Evaluation PLANNED: September 2004
DONE:
Other (*)(*) Please explain whether the project has been subject to any additional review e.g. Country Evaluations, GEF Specially Managed Project Review (SMPR), GEF Thematic Reviews.
10. FINANCIAL INFORMATION – Please present all financial values in US$ millions (e.g. 3,502,000 = 3.502)
10.1 PROJECT FUNDING. Please present all financial values in US$ millions (e.g. 3,502,000 = 3.502)
GRANT Loans (*) Credits Equity invest. In -kind TOTAL
A. GEF FUNDING
P 0.725A 0.725
B. CO-FINANCING:
UNDP (TRAC)
PA
UN AGENCY PA
GOVERNMENT
P .058A .046
BILATERAL DONORS
PA
MULTILATERAL DONORS
PA
REGIONAL BANKS
PA
NON-GOVERN. ORG.
P .7285A .7285
PRIVATE SECTOR
PA
OTHER PA
TOTAL CO-FINANCING
P 0.7865A 0.7745
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TOTAL FUNDING PROPOSED 1.5115ACTUAL 1.4995
P=Proposed ; A=Actual (*) Concessional or market rate
10.2 PROJECT DISBURSEMENTS. From project start up to date of this reportCumulative actual disbursement ($millions)- as of May 2004
$669,142
Cumulative planned disbursement ($millions)(*)
$ 700,000
Disbursements ratio(% of actual vs. planned expenditures)
95%
(*) As stated in original budget in PRODOC
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