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Vol. I No.3 OffIcIal Newsletter Of the GOVerNmeNt Of rOxas cIty NOVember 2010 - JaNuary 2011

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The Roxas City government has put up a One-Stop Shop at the lobby of City Hall to make government services more accessible to the people.

The program was conceptualized by Mayor Angel Alan Celino to enable those transacting business with the city to save time, effort and money and for them to comply with the procurement or renewal of their mayor’s permit on or before the Jan.31, 2011 deadline.

The project was also conceived to encourage residents, especially businessmen, to meet other requirements imposed by the city. This would, in turn, help boost the city’s coffers.

The One-Stop Shop is basically a set of government offices found in one area. Offices like the City

One-Stop Shop makes gov’t services accessible

By SAMANTHA MEDINA

Health Office, Bureau of Fire Protection, PhilHealth, Roxas City Police, City Engineer, Social Security System, among others, are provided with desks manned by their respective personnel who are tasked to receive and/or process certain papers or documents.

With the One-Stop Shop, people need not hop from one

place to another thus, saving time, effort and money.

It has also minimized, if not eliminated, bureaucratic red tape because the usual complex procedures have been modified into simpler ones.

The One-Stop Shop will now be a yearly activity of the city according to Mayor Celino.

Personnel of various government offices man their respective desks in the one-stop shop found at the lobby of City Hall.

Mayor Angel Alan Celino ordered on January 3 this year the implementation of Ordinance No. 048-2004 or the anti-smoking ordinance particularly in the premises of City Hall. The measure had been quite dormant since it was unanimously passed on Oct. 14, 2004 by the Sangguniang Panlungsod, which was then presided by Celino when he was still the vice mayor.

The amended ordinance prohibits smoking inside movie houses; public and private schools;

Mayor Alan smokes peace pipe with traders see notes on page 4...

By MArIA ElENA S. DEocAMpo

By GErry pAGHArIoN, ArIAN MArIz JAvEllANA, rIzzI ANGElIcA MArIBAo AND MAxwEl JoHN BErDuGo

The daughter of the late Capiz first district Rep. Gerardo “Dinggoy” Roxas Jr. reigned as queen of Sinadya sa Halaran festival, which was celebrated last Dec. 3-8, 2010.

Erica I, her Majesty, was crowned Dec. 4 during an elaborate Coronation Night that saw local talents performing like pros at the Capiz Gym. Rita Marie Ignacio, Fiesta Queen 2008, assisted by Mayor Angel Alan Celino, crowned Erica I.

The Queen was escorted by Vladimir ‘Blue’ Tanco, son of Capiz

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Queen Erica i and her escort Vladimir “Blue” tanco pose with (from left) gov. Victor tanco Sr., First District Rep. antonio del Rosario, Fiesta Queen 2008 Rita Marie ignacio and Roxas City Mayor alan Celino during the Coronation night on Dec.4 last year.

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Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) who are members of the Roxas City Young Disabled Association (RCYDA) received on Nov. 3 last year a livelihood assistance worth P150,000 from the city government as seed capital for their food vending project.

No less than Mayor Angel Alan Celino handed over the check to RCYDA president Cherymae Burro.

William Basas Jr., City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) youth development assistant, said the amount will be used by the group in starting up a canteen.

PWDs get cash assistance from city

Three city ordinances authored by Councilor Powell del Rosario took effect Nov. 15 last year. These ordinances are about the tricycle number coding scheme, anti-texting while driving, and anti-spider gambling.

Under Ordinance No. 040-2010 or the “Unified Tricycles Volume Reduction Program/Number Coding Scheme,” tricycles are not allowed to travel or use the city roads from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on a particular day based on the last digit of their respective city numbers as follows: 1-2, Monday; 3-4, Tuesday; 5-6, Wednesday; 7-8, Thursday and 9-0, Friday.

Violators of this ordinance would be fined between P200 to P1,000 or be made to undergo seminar. In a worst-case scenario, their franchise would be revoked.

Ordinance No. 041-2010 prohibits and penalizes reading, composing and sending electronic messages or making calls while driving.

Violators will be fined between P500 to P5,000 or imprisonment for 30 days or both at the discretion of the court.

Ordinance No. 042-2010 prohibits spider gambling and collection, and the collection, sale and/or purchase of game spiders.

A penalty of between P200 to P1,000 will be imposed on the violators or they shall be required to render community service at the barangay concerned for a period of 100 hours.//GTP

3 ordinances take effect Nov. 15

Maria Celino-Capapas of Barangay San Jose and Kriza V. Fernando of Brgy. Banica are the new ex-officio members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod representing the City Liga ng mga Barangay and the city Sangguniang Kabataan Federation, respectively.

Capapas, a member of the Liberal Party and the aunt of Mayor Angel Alan Celino, garnered 30 votes, defeating her lone opponent Wilson Acervo of Barangay Mongpong during the election held at Espacio Verde in Brgy. Dayao on Dec. 7 last year.

Acervo is the outgoing Liga ng mga Barangay president and is a member of the Ugyon Kita Capiz.

Capapas’ running mate, Tiza

Brgy. Captain Alfredo Albaladejo, was elected vice president while Bolo Barangay Captain Montaño Ibañez was voted auditor.

Elected as members of the board of directors were Reynaldo Araw-araw of Brgy Barra, Nilson

It’s Capapas for Liga; Fernando for SK

Vidal of Brgy. 11, Virgilio Santos of Brgy. Talon, Deolito Agana of Brgy. 8, John Paul Arcenas of Brgy. Gabuan, Martin Antonio Pimentel of Brgy. 1, Emily Ariza of Brgy Dayao and Sulpicio Taburnal of Barangay of Milibili.//GTP

The Rotary Club of Roxas also organized a fund-raising activity on Nov. 27 to generate assistance for the association’s proposed project.

To prepare for the project, the group underwent a livelihood training conducted by the CSWDO last September.

Physical therapist and team leader Gerve Rey Flores of Breaking Barriers for Young Adults with Disabilities said the association has 40 active members since it was organized in January 2009.

A series of trainings and rehabilitation services have also been conducted for the disabled youngsters, Flores added.

ROXAS CITY – After a return to a two-way traffic flow on Roxas Avenue proved to be chaotic prompting authorities to again revert to the one –way scheme, city officials are now proposing to convert the old Panay Railways Inc. property (covering Barangays 9,10 and 11) into a parallel road going to Barangay Adlawan to ease traffic along the city’s once-premier commercial district.

This was disclosed by

Parallel road to decongest traffic

Councilor Julius Abela, chair of the Committee on Rules and Ordinance and of Good Government, during a press conference.

With the portions of Panay Railways now owned by businessman Edmund Sia who won the bid for the property in a public auction conducted by the city in 2001, the city will have to initiate expropriation proceedings to recover the said property.

Earlier, local traders belonging to the Filipino-Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry led by Leny Albert Apaitan lobbied for the construction of a new bridge and a parallel road to decongest traffic in the city.

Mayor Angel Alan Celino also disclosed during the press conference that the city plans to transfer the jeep and bus terminals located on Kilometer 1 here to Barangay Dinginan, which is about 3 to 4 km from the city proper, also to decongest traffic in the city’s main roads.

For his part, Councilor Erwin Sicad, who heads the Committee on Zoning and Land Use, vowed to strictly implement a zoning ordinance by transferring bars, junkshops and other establishments which he considered as “eyesores,” outside of the city proper.//GTP

City Treasurer Joselito Almodiente (2nd from left), Asst. City Assessor Emmanuel Losanta (3rd from the left), LAOO 4 Samuel Narciso (4th from left) and LAOO 3 Joel Atienza attended the Pre-Planning and 4th Quarter Regional Conference of Provincial, City and Municipal Assessor and Treasurers and their Staff with the theme: RESA: “A Paradigm Shift in Local Government” on Dec. 8-10, 2010 at Iloilo Grand Hotel, Iloilo City. Losanta said that through the conference, we was enlightened by the Real Estate Service Act which seeks to professionalize real estate practitioners.

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The Office of Vice Mayor Ronnie Dadivas and the Sangguniang Panlungsod recently came up with their “Summary of Accomplishments” report for 2010.”

The SP said it has passed 58 ordinances and 147 resolutions during the 51 regular sessions and one special session it conducted last year.

The city legislative body did not limit its functions though on approving and enacting Resolutions and Ordinances but also participated in the development undertakings of the Roxas City government.

The Office of Vice Mayor Ronnie Dadivas had pushed for such initiatives as Baybay Beach Cleanup Drive, Arnaldo Boulevard Beautification, Tourism Sites Assessment and the continued operation of St. Joseph the Worker Daycare Center.

Dadivas’ office also chaired and coordinated the City activities for the Sinadya sa Halaran especially the new program of Sadsad sa Kalye and the Parada sang mga Higantes.

The Baybay Beach Cleanup was done by Dadivas’ office in cooperation with the Filamer Christian University. It also implemented, in line with ONE CAPIZ movement, the planting of foxtail palms in the middle islands of Arnaldo Boulevard which was sponsored by the private sector of Roxas City.

It also conducted an on-site

SP, Vice Mayor’s Office bare accomplishments for 2010

assessment of all tourism sites in Roxas City together with private sector and media representatives to find out which of these areas hold the potentials of being tourist destinations.

The Vice Mayor’s office also supports the ongoing operation of the St. Joseph the Worker Center at the Paragon Village, Barangay Dinginan as a Pre-School education center for children of indigents in the areas.

Among the significant resolutions and ordinances the SP had enacted were:

*Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign in behalf of the city government the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) it entered into with the Roxas City Government Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative (ROGEMCO) regarding the P2-million loan assistance.

*Resolution requesting the National Food Authority (NFA) to release 1,600 bags or more of rice to cushion the impact of the El Niño phenomenon.

*Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign in behalf of the

City a MOA with the Roxas City Butchers’ Cooperative for a loan assistance of P500,000.

*Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign in behalf of the City the rice loan MOA with the NFA which would enable the city government to purchase rice on credit for relief operations in times of calamities.

*Resolution declaring Roxas City under the state of Dengue Outbreak and creating a Task

Force for this purpose.*Resolution endorsing the

request of the Joint Chamber Office to Zest Airways to schedule afternoon flights in Roxas City.

* Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign in behalf of the City a MOA with the DPWH for the construction/repair/ rehabilitation of the drainage system in several barangays of the City.

* Resolution authorizing the mayor to sign in behalf of the City a MOA with the Metro Roxas Water District relative to the installation of fire hydrants in the City.

*Resolution authorizing the mayor in behalf of the City to request an ambulance from the

“The SP and the Vice Mayor’s Office take pride in the fact that they have actively participated

as well in the development undertakings of the city.”

Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office.

* Resolution adopting another Resolution of the City Development Council “Approving the Utilization of the 2011 20 Percent Development Fund share from the Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) amounting to P57 million.”

*Resolutions requesting DILG Secretary Jessie M. Robredo to donate to the City four units of pick-up patrol cars and one unit of firetruck.

The following are the ordinances passed by the SP.

*An ordinance extending the deadline for payment of business taxes/licenses/permit fees and charges for Calendar Year 2009 without penalties or subcharges from Jan. 20,2010 to Jan. 30,2010.

*An ordinance regulating the operation of tricycles on all roads in the City known as “Unified Tricycles Volume Reduction Program/Number Coding Scheme and Providing Penalties for Violation.”

* An ordinance prohibiting and penalizing reading, composing and sending electronic messages, receiving and sending calls while driving.

*An ordinance prohibiting game spider gambling and the collection, sale and/purchase of spiders in the City.

*An ordinance compiling, revising and codifying the tax revenue-raising ordinance of the

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Much to thank for

We have just celebrated the season of love and sharing—Christmas. We also bid 2010 goodbye. Despite the many problems that have cropped up, both natural and man-made, the past year is still a fruitful year. the blessings we have received far outweigh the misfortunes we have suffered.

Also, the city, in partnership with the provincial government of Capiz, had just mounted sinadya sa Halaran last Dec. 3-8,2010. sinadya, launched in 1988, is associated with the city and is the merrymaking part of the city fiesta which falls on Dec. 8, feast day of the city’s patroness, the our Lady of Immaculate Conception.

Halaran, which was first staged in 1975, is the province’s biggest cultural mardi gras. to save on cost and to

promote the spirit of oneness among Capiznons, the city and province’s officials decided to merge the two festivals in 1998. thus, the birth of sinadya sa Halaran.

the recent festival also proved to be the “fiesta of all fiestas.” the area around City Hall, for one, was a sight to behold, what with the giant Christmas tree lording it over the city plaza for the first time. Despite what its critics say about it, the Christmas tree, dubbed the tree of Hope, is a feat it itself, giving more spirit and meaning to the season of love and sharing.

the recent sinadya sa Halaran also evoked nostalgia. through his daughter, erica, who reigned as this year’s fiesta queen, the late Capiz Representative Gerardo “Dinggoy” Roxas Jr. came alive in the hearts and mind of the people he “loved so dearly.”

Capiz’s first district Rep. Antonio del Rosario described Dinggoy as “everybody’s friend” who facilitated important projects, like potable water, to the people of Capiz. “I’m sure that all of us have only fond memories of Dinggoy,” Del Rosario said.

the Coronation night on Dec. 4,2010 at the Capiz Gym was deemed a once-in-a –lifetime event. the Roxas –Araneta family, headed no less by the clan’s matriarch, Mrs. Judy Araneta-Roxas, practically came in full force. Mrs. Roxas was joined in by former sen. Mar Roxas who came with wife, tV personality Korina sanchez; Ria Roxas ojeda with husband Gus, Margarita Fores, just to mention a few.

that Mar opted not to speak (he was supposed to be the proclamations speaker) could perhaps be interpreted as a gesture of humility. Perhaps, he did not want to steal the limelight from her beautiful niece, who was seen wiping her tears during the latter part of the coronation program. It was, no doubt, tears of joy.

And, as tradition dictated, Mayor Angel Alan Celino was given the sole honor and privilege to proclaim her Royal Highness, erica I, as Queen of the sinadya sa Halaran 2010. “We are proud of you,” he told her.

the recent fiesta and Christmas celebrations had not only rekindled old friendships but also called upon all of us on need to love one another--- not only during the Christmas season but throughout the whole year.

It also reminded us of how fortunate we are and, yes, to be thankful even for the “smallest blessing” that comes our way.

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MaRia ElEna S. DEoCaMPoAssociate Editor

Staff WritersKlaiRE B. BElotinDoS SaMantha B. MEDina

By GErry T. pAGHArIoN

Smoking the peace pipe

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By MArIA ElENA S. DEocAMpo

taxes: Lifeblood of LGu

City Hall Views

Editorial StaFF

Mayor Angel Alan Celino had smoked the peace pipe with local businessmen apparently to belie whatever perception that he is anti-business.

Admitting that he still had a “hangover” of the May 10 elections in which many of the local traders did not support his mayoral bid, the mayor had acknowledged though that he must now deal with his constituents regardless of their political affiliations.

“I am actually a business-friendly mayor. I am the author of the Roxas City Investment Code,” the mayor declared during the consultative meeting of the Joint Chamber Office of the Roxas City Chinese Chamber of Commerce Inc. (RCCCCI) and the Capiz Halaran Chamber of Commerce and Industry

(CHCCI) on Nov. 18 last year.

The Code, which has become dormant for quite a time, gives tax relief and other incentives to

the local business community. The mayor promised to “codify” the Code to “suit it to the needs of the changing times.”

During the dinner-meeting held at the Soul Superclub – which was also attended by Vice Mayor Ronnie Dadivas and Councilors James Matthew Viterbo, Emmanuel Billones Jr. and Julius Abela – Mayor Alan disclosed his plan to actively involve the business sector.

To the local traders, he had this message: “Feel free to visit me in my office. Let us have coffee. Let us plan together.”

Taxes - like death - are among life’s inevitables. They are the lifeblood of any local government unit.

That’s why, an LGU like the City can’t efficiently run its own affairs without us residents paying our dues.

What we get, in return, are better services in terms of providing us security and protection and affording us good infrastructure facilities.

Under his leadership, Mayor Angel Alan Celino wants to assure every resident of the City who has been religiously paying his/her taxes to the City that, in return, they can get a better deal from the City.

Roxas City has all the potentials to become one of the best cities in the Philippines. We just have to believe in ourselves. Mayor Alan is giving much attention towards improving the economic status of Roxas City.

Economic enterprises of Roxas City are Teodoro Arcenas Trade Center, Paseo, Slaughterhouse and Libas Fishport. Mayor Alan is tapping the expertise of people who

are vigilant and honest in collecting taxes in these areas. Just like the real property taxes which have remained uncollected for three

years from 2008-2010. These have accumulated to a deficit of P42 million. That is a big amount to be ignored. It would be unfair for other Capiznons who are honest taxpayers. All of these will be accounted for and everything will be properly checked.

The City Government alone can’t pursue its own agenda without the people’s support, understanding and cooperation. Like what the Mayor had said, if he won’t increase the taxes this year, when would he do it? Its been 17 years since the last increase was made. How can our city support its manpower, like the police force, city aides and auxiliaries who provide peace and order for our city, if it is not allowed to increase taxes? It is unrealistic to cry for change if nothing concrete is done. Change is never easy but it signifies growth and development. It is high time Roxas City embraced it.

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New Year… new beginning.Roxas City exists for the

people and its progress does not depend on the government alone but on the unity and cooperation of its residents. It is time we took a different view of our existence. The City is launching a campaign in which everyone will be a part of…a movement that will empower us to excel as a person and as a citizen.

“Roxas City …Palangga Ko Ini” is a reminder that if we love our city, we should protect it and actively take part in its march to progress.

Following simple rules is showing respect for the law or doing our jobs with all honesty is showing our concern for our hometown.

Roxas City maybe small compared to other cities but we have so much to offer and hold much potential to be a first class city.

There was a time when Roxas City was a second class city but we dropped to a third class category. Still, we have high hopes that we can rise from where we have fallen.

Change, said to be the most permanent thing in the world, should come from all of us and not just from our government. Sometimes, we blame all our

For your comments and contribution, please get in touch with the City Mayor’s Office (CMO) Media Bureau or text us in these numbers: 09088971003 to 005For the donation of old toys and clothes, please drop by the CMO Media Bureau Office at the 2nd Flr. of the City Hall

New Movement launched to empower city folks

miseries to the government. But, have we ever asked ourselves as to what we’ve done to help our leaders?

It is easy to point an accusing finger to others without realizing that we, too, could be a part of the whole problem.

This new campaign urges us not wait for others to solve our problems because we ourselves are capable of solving them, of reaching out to others and of finding the right solutions to such problems. Let us start thinking outside of the box. Let us focus on other people’s plight before thinking of ourselves. Let us be positive in our approach to things, see the world in a different perspective and we’ll soon reap the rewards.

The City Government is open to new ideas. That’s why suggestion boxes are installed at every office of City Hall to remind the people working in government that they are there to serve the citizens of the city. That should be their priority as civil servants. Public office, after all, is a public trust.

As for us, let us do our share on how we can help best our government and we can accomplish this if we are united. Let us say in unison then: Roxas City “Palangga Naton Ini!”

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By MaRia ElEna S. DEoCaMPo

By SAMANTHA MEDINA

Seeing also the good

Spur-of-the-momentWith 2010

over and a new year upon us, it is wise that we take note of not only of the bad forces that came our way but, more importantly, bask on the blessings that we’ve received. Amid those unsavory words thrown at some of us and the stressful conditions with which we were subjected to --- it would help that we see the lighter side of it. For life is a gift. Instead of sulking in a corner and becoming slaves to our fears and other negative thoughts, we must go out of our comfort zones and explore the world with all the positive energies we could muster.

We shall always go through all sorts of trials and challenges. That’s for sure. The most important thing though is, we should never give up. We will have our “hits” just as we will have our “misses.” But, at the end of the day, we only have to count our blessings to see and understand the beauty and the usefulness of life.

While “life is not a bed of roses,” it is neither all- hell though. And while man can

sometimes be inhuman towards his fellow being, there will always be that “spark” of goodness in his heart.

So, cheer up and be happy. Rid yourselves of those ugly and negative thoughts. Wish those who are hostile to you well. That they, too, may see the light of day.

As we welcome the New Year, let us leave behind bad memories and treasure only the good ones. Let the bad ones though guide us in the coming years as we further endeavor to become better persons and better members of the community.

For “behind the dark clouds is a silver lining.” Or, there will always be that proverbial light at the end of the tunnel.”

Happy and prosperous New Year to all of us.

A new year is with us. We’ve asked some i m p o r t a n t p e o p l e about their expectations for themselves, for their co-workers and for the government. Here are what they say:

For yourself:I expect a better health, and more

energy to face the challenges of time. To be more competitive, compassionate and efficient in dealing with my work and daily routine. To have more blessings and stability in life.

Nereus Leo V. AzarconPort Supervisor, Libas Fishing Port

For Co-worker:I expect a harmonious relationship

among my co-employees. No competition and we should treat each other with gentleness as well as avoid conflict.

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For your Department:As our office commits to become

the hallmark of integrity, honesty, responsibility, and justice centered on delivering efficient and professional services as we cater the needs of our clients, I expect that this will be carried out by giving emphasis on our service values which are dedication, responsiveness, courtesy and transparency. We wish to provide and deliver the services that are

By KlAIrE B. BEloTINDoSit’s Me

Expectations for 2011

expected from us.

Gilda F. Fernando

Budget Officer

Roxas City Government

For the City Government:I expect the City Government to

do a great job in promoting Roxas City as a tourist destination considering our wealth of culture and tradition that we can offer to the world.

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To give more priority to the clients who are in need of assistance like livelihood opportunities for them to be able to help their family.

Lorelie A. Suelo, CSWD Officer

For Roxas City:Because we have sworn to

“serve and protect” there is rarely any permanence or security in the life of a police officer. Our lives are not our own, we go where we may be put to best use. Therefore being assigned to different places is nothing new to me. I gladly accepted the challenge of becoming Chief of Police here in the beautiful City of Roxas last August 2010. Now, as we face this New Year, I would like to be given the chance to continue the work I have already been forged. For Roxas City, I expect the peace and order situation in this city to be so improved that it will

bring in more investors and usher in economic prosperity for its people by enhancing the respect of the Citizens of this city towards their law enforcers and enjoining their cooperation in helping us fight lawlessness and all forms of criminality.

Khasmir C. DisomangcopPolice Superintendent Roxas City, PNP Chief

inside hospital buildings and health center, private air-conditioned establishments open the public; government offices except individual rooms. Business establishments have to provide a smoking area for their smoking clients but such areas should be enclosed to penalty.

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City.*An ordinance approving the

General Fund Annual Executive Budget of the City for 2011, covering the period Jan. 1, 2011 to Dec. 31,2011 in the amount of P359,455,495.55.

*An ordinance prescribing rules for junk shops operation in the City.

*An ordinance approving the supplemental budget amounting to P9,885,000 to be taken from the General Fund-Personal Savings as of Dec. 2010 to cover payment for the productivity enhancement incentive for Fiscal Year 2010 of officials and employees of the City.

*An ordinance approving the supplemental budget of the General Fund-Market Operation amounting to P600,000.

* An ordinance approving the supplemental budget of the General Fund in the amount of P11 million to be taken from the realignment/reversion -5 Percent calamity fund , maintenance and

other expenses to cover payment of productivity enhancement/ incentives of City officials and employees for 2010 and other expenditures of the City.

The SP and the Office of Vice Mayor Dadivas also reported that all SP members attend a tree -- day training seminar on Effective Local legislation to assimilate fully the function of the Office, especially for the new ones. Selected Office personnel were also present during the training seminar.

* Accredited 45 NGOs / Pos/ CSOs for membership in the Local Special Bodies of the City of Roxas.

* Together with the NSTP student of Filamer Christian University, conducted a clean-up drive along the shoreline of Barangay Dumolog and Baybay.

* Vice Mayor Dadivas was elected President of the Vice Mayors League of the Philippines, Capiz Chapter and Councilor Teresa H. Almalbis as Member of the Board of Directors of the

Philippine Councilors League (PCL) Capiz Chapter.

* As Chairman of the Committee on Tourism Promotion and Development, Vice Mayor Dadivas together with various stakeholders conducted the assessment and evaluation of all existing and potential tourist spots in the City of Roxas. And in coordination with the City Government, Provincial Government, Private Sectorsand Non- Government Organizations has started the beautification of the Arnaldo Boulevard.

SP members, in coordination with the Office of the City Mayor, had made the following plans and projects realized and implemented:

*First Botika ng Barangay was established in Barangay Libas.

*Reactivation of PESO*Creation of livelihood project

under the DSWD.*Restructuring of the Teodoro

Arcenas Trade Center.*Reactivation of Task Force

When Mayor Angel Alan Celino rose to political power following his election to Roxas City’s top post last May 11,2010 elections, not only his life did experience a makeover. His eldest son, Jericho Angel L. Celino, now his Executive Assistant, also has to cope with the entirely new world- the world of governance. Jericho also has to deal as well with the various intricacies inherent in it.

From leading a purely private life, away from the hustle bustle of politics, Jericho suddenly found himself thrust into a position that requires him to deal with different kinds of people. He used to operate an Internet Café but had to give it up to give way to his new “calling.”

The Executive Assistant is a confidential position, according to Jericho. As such, he’s like the alter ego of his dad and is authorized to act on “minor matters” just to unburden his dad of unnecessary tasks.

At his young age (he’s 26 years old and single), Jericho, after barely six months in office, has already shown maturity in his job, deriving

The son also risesThe city government will put its

economic enterprises into high gear this year to generate more funds that will be channeled for various social services’ projects.

“We will revitalize our economic enterprises such as the Teodoro Arcenas Trade Center (TATC), Libas fish Port, Dinginan Slaughterhouse, Paseo de Roxas and Dinggoy Roxas Civic Center (DRCC),” said Roxas City Mayor Angel Alan Celino during an interview with a local station.

He said an ordinance was passed by the Sangguniang Panlungsod here a couple of years ago to make the city’s infrastructures become revenue generating centers.

Celino said he noted an increase in revenue of the Libas Fishing Port, TATC, and the Paseo de Cathedral stalls under his administration.

The city chief executive stressed that the efforts to make the city government financially healthy will mean more projects that will redound to the benefits of the residents.

He added that more Botika sa Barangay and livelihood projects, among others, will be realized under his administration anchored on “Pagbag-o” (Change) battle cry.//Alex A. Lumaque, PIA, Capiz

City to give attention to economic

enterprises

lessons from it, enjoying it. He has learned to love his job, he says. And he finds comfort and fulfillment whenever people he had extended help or assistance would greet him or even hug him.

He’s very much aware though of the “unfair impression” of some people towards him. “I’m not a snub,” he clarified. It is an issue that has hounded him since his Day 1 in office. He’s very much aware of this. That’s why, he appeals to people for their understanding. That he is often misinterpreted is something that he is also now trying to address.

Jericho holds a Psychology degree from the University of San Agustin. Last year, he graduated

from the CPC College of Law. He spent his elementary and high school education at the St. Mary’s Academy of Capiz.

He may take the Bar exam anytime.

Jericho reads a lot during his spare time and is fond of “intellectual computer games”. He’s very much adept on computer matters.

Part of his job, he volunteers, is to deal with casual employees, all 877 of them, and seeing to it that they are not “ghost casuals.” I can memorize all of them, he adds.

Jericho, aware of the fact that he can’t please everybody , has made this Latin saying “Hoc Etiam Transibit” as his guiding principle. It simply means “Everything shall come to pass.”

That’s why he tries to give his best in whatever he does, particularly in dealing with people and responding to their needs.

That Jericho now appears to be immensely doing his job and Mayor Angel Alan Celino also doing his best for his city constituents, the father and son definitely are having the best of their respective worlds.

on Environmental Protection.*Reinforcement of Bantay

Dagat and*Number Coding of

Tricycles.The report, which was prepared

by SP Secretary Dino Beluso, also stated that the SP members were able to attend various activities and gatherings such as the election of the Vice Mayors League of the Philippines, Capiz Chapter; Election of Philippine Councilors League, Capiz Chapter; National Movement of Young Legislators, Induction of Officers of the Roxas City Plaza Chess Club, Annual Assembly and Election of Officers of RCFSCAP, Roxas City Agricultural and Fishery Council, among others.

The SP office also participated in various activities of the City like the Sportsfest, Independence Day Parade and the Alay Lakad.

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fruits and vegetables.Mambusao town also exhibited

vegetables with no pesticides, a product of the Mambusao sa Kabuhayan Project. Sigma showcased its products like Ginger Brew, Kaong and Nata, abaca products, fruits and vegetables. Jamindan town also sold fancy rice, fruits and vegetables. Salted paros, calamansi seedlings and crafts made of nito were also put into market by the municipality of Pilar. President Roxas town traded candies and pastries, sugar, vegetables and vinegar.

Gideon Handicraft from Ivisan sold jewelries made of coconut shells and seashells Crafts made of Kapis shells were the main products of Panay.

SINADYA SA CALLECapiznons are indeed talented and

fun-loving people.This was proven during the recent

Sinadya sa Halaran through Sinadya sa Calle which started at 10 a.m. Dec. 3, 2010.

Sinadya sa Calle is an annual competition among various schools in

various sources of livelihood in our place,” Jesse M. Gomez, City Schools Division Superintendent said, explaining the purpose of the event. “I’m happy because we can see that the schools really prepared for this event and this is also being looked forward to by the children,” Dr. Gomez added.

PASUNDAYAGColors, dances and music filled the

streets as the City staged the Pasundayag Capiznon (Parade of Festivals) Dec. 4, 2010.

This parade is an annual celebration featuring different municipalities in their festive dances and colorful costumes.

This year’s Pasundayag Capiznon was participated in by all municipalities in Capiz such as Mambusao, Panay and our own “Sinadya sa Halaran” by the City of Roxas. The participants paraded through the streets of Roxas Avenue corner Fuentes Drive and Roxas City plaza.

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Gov. Victor Tanco, Sr. The whole Roxas-Areneta clan practically came in full force to show support for Erica, who had to come home all the way from Australia, where she is studying, to grace the occasion.

On hand to give moral support to the Queen were her grandmother Judy Araneta-Roxas, her uncle former Sen. Mar Roxas with wife Korina Sanchez, her aunt Ria Roxas-Ojeda with husband Gus, Margarita Fores, among others.

Mayor Angel Alan Celino, as dictated by tradition, was given the sole honor and privilege to proclaim Erica I as queen of Sinadya sa Halaran.

The mayor told Erica I that the people of Capiz and Roxas City were proud of her and that it was a great pride and honor on his part that he was given the task to proclaim her.

Earlier, in his message which found print on souvenir program and press kits, Mayor Alan noted that the festival promises to be grand and memorable because of Erica, daughter of Dinggoy, to whom Sinadya owes much of its existence.

The mayor recalled that it was Dinggoy, with the full support of his mother Judy Araneta-Roxas, who initiated Sinadya in 1988 as the merry making aspect of the Roxas City fiesta. Since then, Sinadya has become the city’s major mardi gras and a tourist come-on.

Capiz first district Rep. Antonio del Rosario, in his message, said of Dinggoy: “I’m sure all of us have fond memories of him. He was everybody’s friend.”

Gov. Victor Tanco, Sr. said that through the Sinadya sa Halaran, “we are given the opportunity to be one. As to the late Capiz congressman, he said: “All of us, deep in our hearts, we treasure Dinggoy’s memories.”

This year’s Sinadya sa Halaran celebration also marked the 303rd anniversary of the Parish of Immaculate Conception, which was established in 1707.

Perhaps so as not to steal the limelight from his niece, former Sen. Mar Roxas chose to forego his role as Coronation Speaker.

Erica I was serenaded by showbiz heartthrob Tom

Industry, in line with its “One Town One Project” program conducted its annual Capiz Product Expo 2010 at Gaisano Mall on Arnaldo Blvd.

The event paved the way for Capiznons to showcase their artistry and craftsmanship in making native products and local delicacies. There were twelve entries that competed for the Best Booth Category and Best Product Category.

Each stall was filled with various unique products which showed the Capiznons’ ingenuity and creativity. Some of the products like footwear, souvenirs, and furniture and fixtures were made of Capiz shells, bamboo, coco shells, raffia, cane, rattan and garments. The participants have also featured seafood delicacies, processed foods and orticultures.

The winner was judged based on originality, inventiveness, and distinctiveness and received a plaque of recognition and a quality seal for their product, said Mrs.Ken. Quennie Cuñada, a DTI representative.

LUTONG CAPIZNON To promote Roxas City as the

Seafood Capital of the Philippines, the Capiz Visitors and Convention Bureau (CVCB) organized the Lutong Capiznon 2010 at the Roxas City Plaza.

Twelve local restaurants that participated in the event competed for the Best in Food Presentation, Best Food, Best Booth Dressing,

and Best Service, to name a few.The participating establishments

were required to prepare 70 percent seafood dishes and were allowed to use the remaining 30 percent for their own menus which could either be beef, pork, chicken, according to Cora Tiangco, chair of the activity. The Foodfest was opened to the public during the first day of the Sinadya sa Halaran, Dec. 3, starting at 6 p.m. and ended on Dec. 8.

The event did not only give life to the celebration but has also helped promote our local delicacies and seafood products. It proved that Capiznons are innovative and excellent in culinary arts.

LIGHTING UP OF CITY PLAZA

The City of Roxas turned magical as its riverbank and plaza glowed with bright and colorful lights through the opening of lighted floaters along Panay River and the lighting of the City Plaza and facades of Provincial Capitol and City Hall at 6 p.m. Dec. 3, 2010.

This is an annual event that is being looked forward to by children and adults alike. This year’s celebration was grander as the local government added more lights and decorations on the streets.

The Panay River was also filled with colorful floats with different designs resembling flowers and fish.

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HUGOD CAPIZNONCapiznons tried to exhibit their

hardwork and perseverance through the opening of Hugod Capiznon Agri/Horticulture Fair located at Presidential Park beside Panublion Museum as part of the celebration of Sinadya sa Halaran 2010.

The products came from different municipalities as well as cooperatives in Capiz such as the Talon Farm, Greenland, Rose Lawn Garden, Angelica’s Flower Garden and Angelina’s Garden. The products included ornamental plants,

Roxas City featuring the culture and primary livelihood of the province. Dressed in colorful costumes, the students danced to the tune of truly Capiznon songs. For this year’s celebration, there were five different areas where the competition was consecutively held namely: Lopez Jaena St., Hughes St., Roxas Avenue, City Plaza and Burgos St. The competition was participated in by students from different schools in Roxas City.

The participating schools competed in different categories such as Best in Music, Most Colorful and Most Festive, among others.

This is held to show that we, in Capiz and Roxas City, also have our own culture as well as to showcase the

Rodriguez.Other activities of the Sinadya

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Through the One-Capiz Movement which he had initiated, Mayor Alan revealed that big-time entrepreneur Edgar Sia of the famous Mang Inasal might also donate a huge amount to the city.

Sia has recently handed a P25-million donation to Iloilo for the construction of a school there.

Likewise, he was told by Mrs. Judy Araneta-Roxas, mother of former Sen. Mar Roxas, that McDonald’s might open an outlet in Roxas City, preferably at a still unfinished building on Taft St.

Businessman Dale Bernas brought the issue of big companies like Gaisano, Caltex, Shell, Petron of not paying their taxes to the Roxas City government because their mother companies pay the taxes directly to local government unit where their main offices are based.

To correct this rather anomalous situation, Vice mayor Ronnie Dadivas said certain amendment must be made on the law of taxation whereby the act of Congress, is needed.

Mayor Alan, meanwhile, turned emotional when, during the open forum, he was confronted with the issue of vindictiveness.

Except for two or three officials who he said he had subjected to “floating status,” most of those affected by Mayor Alan’s “temporary revamp” are now back to their former positions after being cleared of liabilities.

What he was asking for, Mayor Alan said, was enough time to determine the trustworthiness and capacity of certain officials and employees working with him.

Saying that he was not a bad person, Mayor Alan asked forgiveness from those whom he had hurt. For this, he was praised by Dr. Cesar Yap, the master of ceremonies, for his “humility.”

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Mayor Celino with Councilor Powell del Rosario and city employees join the Sadsad sa Kalye.

Mayor Celino meets the market vendors

Mayor Celino at the inauguration of the Roxas City Chess association’s giant Chess Board.

Executive assistant Jericho angel Celino assists the distribution of goods to City indigents

the Mayor playing Santa Claus to kids (above photo) and adults (below).

Mayor alan welcomes a Muslim leader in his office.

Judy Roxas, gov. Victor tanco and Mayor alan watching street presentations during Sinadya sa halaran.

Mayor alan gamely poses with the newly wed couple. also in photo are Councilors Del Rosario, Erwin Sicad and Emmanuel Billones, Jr.

Mayor alan, Vice Mayor Ronnie Dadivas and City Councilors join the crowd.

Mayor alan tries instruments of tribe during the Sinadya sa Kalye