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GJ Refreshment – Bgy. 1 Valenciano
*GJ Refreshment – Bgy. 1 Valenciano
Maby’s Bakery – Bgy. 2 Hilario
*Maby’s Bakery – Bgy. 2 Hilario
Castillo Groceries Bgy. 3 Lorenzo– Joaquin Castillo
*Castillo Groceries Bgy. 3 Lorenzo– Joaquin Castillo
HLA  Grocery –Bgy. 4 Marcos- Hilarion L. Alibuyog
*HLA  Grocery –Bgy. 4 Marcos- Hilarion L. Alibuyog
Franks Burger Stand – Bgy. 4 Marcos
*Franks Burger Stand – Bgy. 4 Marcos
Gasoline Station – Hon. Carlito N. Abadilla
*Gasoline Station – Hon. Carlito N. Abadilla
Poultry – Chicken farm – Carlito N . Abadilla  
*Poultry – Chicken farm – Carlito N . Abadilla  
RCJ Lines – Carlito N. Abadilla
*RCJ Lines – Carlito N. Abadilla
RCJ Trans – Jaime N. Abadilla
*RCJ Trans – Jaime N. Abadilla
Computer Shop – Bgy. 4 Marcos
*Computer Shop – Bgy. 4 Marcos
Computer Shop – Bgy. 3 Lorenzo
*Computer Shop – Bgy. 3 Lorenzo
Computer Shop – Bgy. 2 Hilario
*Computer Shop – Bgy. 2 Hilario
Beauty Parlor – Bgy. 3 Lorenzo
*Beauty Parlor – Bgy. 3 Lorenzo
*by Flordelina B. Utleg - April 27, 2011
**by Flordelina B. Utleg - April 27, 2011


==[[:Category:Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines Real Estate Properties For Sale|Real Estate or Properties for Sale or lease in Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]==
==[[:Category:Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines Real Estate Properties For Sale|Real Estate or Properties for Sale or lease in Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]==
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At the town proper of Banna, there are different churches and they are the following:  
At the town proper of Banna, there are different churches and they are the following:  
Bethel Baptist Church  
*Bethel Baptist Church  
Four Square Church
*Four Square Church
Iglesia Filipina Independiente
*Iglesia Filipina Independiente
Iglesia ni Cristo
*Iglesia ni Cristo
Roman Catholic Church
*Roman Catholic Church
Seventh Day Adventist
*Seventh Day Adventist
United Christian Church of the Philippines
*United Christian Church of the Philippines
(by Flordelina B. Utleg, April 24, 2011)
(by Flordelina B. Utleg, April 24, 2011)


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Generally, the municipality has two types of soils.  The Tagalog clay and Bongon clay loam, suitable for agriculture.  Minor types include river wash, gravel and sand, and the lands for residential/built-up purposes (Banna Administration, 2011).
Generally, the municipality has two types of soils.  The Tagalog clay and Bongon clay loam, suitable for agriculture.  Minor types include river wash, gravel and sand, and the lands for residential/built-up purposes (Banna Administration, 2011).


MINERAL RESOURCES
MINERAL RESOURCES


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PANAG-ABUOS FESTIVAL OF BANNA
PANAG-ABUOS FESTIVAL OF BANNA


The festival of Banna is celebrated every 1st - 3rd day of April and called it PANAG-ABUOS FESTIVAL. Panag-buos is an Ilocano term which means “time for abuos”.  Abuos is a kind of big ant that lay eggs and it is a delicious exotic food. They live in trees located in the hills and mountains around the town proper as well as in the rural areas.  There are specific trees in the forest where these abuos weave leaves for them to lay eggs. They usually lay eggs occasionally during the month of April.
The festival of Banna is celebrated every 1st - 3rd day of April and called it PANAG-ABUOS FESTIVAL. Panag-buos is an Ilocano term which means “time for abuos”.  Abuos is a kind of big ant that lay eggs and it is a delicious exotic food. They live in trees located in the hills and mountains around the town proper as well as in the rural areas.   
PANAG-ABUOS FESTIVAL includes variety of activities. Every Saturday of March, there is a singing competition and they called it “Samiweng.”  Samiweng is a local dialect of Banna for love songs. The judges usually come from the different towns, cities or provinces. Among the contestants, there are only five (5) to be chosen for the grand finals. The Grand Finals is being held on the last day of the town fiesta. The Champion is given the biggest cash prize and tallest trophy while the others receive smaller amount of money and trophy.  This is done after the Coronation Night of Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan and Miss Banna.
 
There are specific trees in the forest where these abuos weave leaves for them to lay eggs. They usually lay eggs occasionally during the month of April.
 
PANAG-ABUOS FESTIVAL includes variety of activities. Every Saturday of March, there is a singing competition and they called it “Samiweng.”  Samiweng is a local dialect of Banna for love songs. The judges usually come from the different towns, cities or provinces. Among the contestants, there are only five (5) to be chosen for the grand finals. The Grand Finals is being held on the last day of the town fiesta.
 
The Champion is given the biggest cash prize and tallest trophy while the others receive smaller amount of money and trophy.  This is done after the Coronation Night of Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan and Miss Banna.
 
On the 1st day of April, there is a Search for Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan which is a popularity contest.  Contestants come from different countries where former native of Banna resides now. They called it Balikbayan Night. Balikbayan is a local dialect used to refer to people from Banna who migrated to different countries who are coming back for vacation.  The contestant who drops the highest amount of money will be the Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan which is called The Queen. Her royal court will compose of First Princess, Second Princess, Third Princess and Fourth Princess. Each will be given a sash, bouquet and trophy during the coronation.
On the 1st day of April, there is a Search for Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan which is a popularity contest.  Contestants come from different countries where former native of Banna resides now. They called it Balikbayan Night. Balikbayan is a local dialect used to refer to people from Banna who migrated to different countries who are coming back for vacation.  The contestant who drops the highest amount of money will be the Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan which is called The Queen. Her royal court will compose of First Princess, Second Princess, Third Princess and Fourth Princess. Each will be given a sash, bouquet and trophy during the coronation.
On the 2nd day of April, there is a Search for Miss Banna which is a Beauty and Brain contest.  The lucky candidates will become Miss Banna - The Queen, First Princess, Second Princess, Third Princess and Fourth Princess. Each will receive cash, sash, bouquet and trophy on the coronation night which is being held on the last night of the town fiesta.
On the 2nd day of April, there is a Search for Miss Banna which is a Beauty and Brain contest.  The lucky candidates will become Miss Banna - The Queen, First Princess, Second Princess, Third Princess and Fourth Princess. Each will receive cash, sash, bouquet and trophy on the coronation night which is being held on the last night of the town fiesta.
During the celebration, they also present the different ethnic dances and their own folk dance –  Surtido Banna and sometimes they sing the folksong- Bannatiran. Bannatiran is a kind of bird which has silky brown feather with dotted white on its breast.
During the celebration, they also present the different ethnic dances and their own folk dance –  Surtido Banna and sometimes they sing the folksong- Bannatiran. Bannatiran is a kind of bird which has silky brown feather with dotted white on its breast.
On the last day, the Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan and Miss Banna with their princesses will ride on a float to have their parade around the town proper.  Some of the different candidates will throw candies to the people on the streets who are watching them.   
On the last day, the Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan and Miss Banna with their princesses will ride on a float to have their parade around the town proper.  Some of the different candidates will throw candies to the people on the streets who are watching them.   
During the festival, they usually sing the Banna Hymn before they start any program to show their love and loyalty to their beloved town.
During the festival, they usually sing the Banna Hymn before they start any program to show their love and loyalty to their beloved town.
Every May 2nd of the year, the Summer Sports Fest begins.  This is done every day until the last day of the month. The Championship Game is also held on the last day.. It is held at the Multi-Purpose Hall of Banna. Basketball tournament is for men while volleyball is for women. This is sponsored by the municipality of Banna. Awarding Ceremony is held just after the Championship Game where winners will receive cash prizes and trophies.
Every May 2nd of the year, the Summer Sports Fest begins.  This is done every day until the last day of the month. The Championship Game is also held on the last day.. It is held at the Multi-Purpose Hall of Banna. Basketball tournament is for men while volleyball is for women. This is sponsored by the municipality of Banna. Awarding Ceremony is held just after the Championship Game where winners will receive cash prizes and trophies.
by Flordelina B. Utleg, April 25, 2011
:by Flordelina B. Utleg, April 25, 2011


==Your Story about Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines==
==Your Story about Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines==
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:by Flordelina B. Utleg, March 17, 2011)
:by Flordelina B. Utleg, March 17, 2011)


 
THE BANNA ZIPLINE PROJECT<br>
 
PARAISO TI CARIBQUIB <br>
THE BANNA ZIPLINE PROJECT
ECO-TOURISM<br>
PARAISO TI CARIBQUIB  
BRGY. CARIBQUIB, BANNA, ILOCOS NORTE<br>
ECO-TOURISM
BRGY. CARIBQUIB, BANNA, ILOCOS NORTE


By Flordelina B. Utleg – April 27, 2011
By Flordelina B. Utleg – April 27, 2011
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Brief Profile of  Barangay Caribquib
Brief Profile of  Barangay Caribquib


Barangay Caribquib, one of the twenty barangays of Banna, Ilocos Norte, is located on the north part of the municipality.  It is found three kilometers north of the poblacion. It is bounded on the south by Barangay Valenciano of the same municipality, on the north by Barangay Fortuna, Marcos, Ilocos Norte, on the west by Barangay Barbarangay, another barangay of Banna and on the east by Barangay Tabtabagan, Banna, Ilocos Norte. It has a total land area of six hundred  hectares ( 600 ha.).  
*Barangay Caribquib, one of the twenty barangays of Banna, Ilocos Norte, is located on the north part of the municipality.  It is found three kilometers north of the poblacion. It is bounded on the south by Barangay Valenciano of the same municipality, on the north by Barangay Fortuna, Marcos, Ilocos Norte, on the west by Barangay Barbarangay, another barangay of Banna and on the east by Barangay Tabtabagan, Banna, Ilocos Norte. It has a total land area of six hundred  hectares ( 600 ha.).  
Barangay Caribquib  is composed of the following sitios: Caribquib Proper, Dispensa, San Juan, Nanamburan and Daramuangan. These sitios are far from each other.  
*Barangay Caribquib  is composed of the following sitios: Caribquib Proper, Dispensa, San Juan, Nanamburan and Daramuangan. These sitios are far from each other.  
This barangay was established in 1913 when Banna became a regular municipality after it was separated from the Municipality of Batac, Ilocos Norte.  
*This barangay was established in 1913 when Banna became a regular municipality after it was separated from the Municipality of Batac, Ilocos Norte.  
The original families were those of Pedro Valentino, Tranquilino Dimaya and Apolonio Dizol. The earliest tenientes del barrio were: Tranquilino Dimaya, Francisco Ramones, Herminigildo Valentino, Blas Braceros, Valentin Limet, Saturnino Tabucbuc, Francisco Aspili, Aurelio Romualdo, Mardonio Quimoyog, Paulino Lumbo, Fermin Valentino and Januario Pascua.  
*The original families were those of Pedro Valentino, Tranquilino Dimaya and Apolonio Dizol. The earliest tenientes del barrio were: Tranquilino Dimaya, Francisco Ramones, Herminigildo Valentino, Blas Braceros, Valentin Limet, Saturnino Tabucbuc, Francisco Aspili, Aurelio Romualdo, Mardonio Quimoyog, Paulino Lumbo, Fermin Valentino and Januario Pascua.  


A popular local story also provides for the origin of the barangay’s name:  
A popular local story also provides for the origin of the barangay’s name:  
It is said that long time ago, the place was covered with thick forests and plenty of grasses. But when the early settlers practiced kaingin (slash and burn agriculture), the trees disappeared and the grasses dried up. Animals had to feed on scanty and dried grass. However, there was a certain place on the side of a hill where stunted grasses grew. It was there where the people gazed their animals. Since there were only few grasses, the animals had to kibkib (to consume bit by bit) the grasses. It is believed that this caused the people to name the place Caribquib.  
*It is said that long time ago, the place was covered with thick forests and plenty of grasses. But when the early settlers practiced kaingin (slash and burn agriculture), the trees disappeared and the grasses dried up. Animals had to feed on scanty and dried grass. However, there was a certain place on the side of a hill where stunted grasses grew. It was there where the people gazed their animals. Since there were only few grasses, the animals had to kibkib (to consume bit by bit) the grasses. It is believed that this caused the people to name the place Caribquib.  
The barangay has sprawling agricultural lands, forests and creeks. Farming is the primary occupation of the people whose main crops are rice, garlic, tobacco and onions. Aside from the farmers, many of the people in the place work as teachers, employees, businessmen and balikbayans.  
*The barangay has sprawling agricultural lands, forests and creeks. Farming is the primary occupation of the people whose main crops are rice, garlic, tobacco and onions. Aside from the farmers, many of the people in the place work as teachers, employees, businessmen and balikbayans.  
A public elementary school and a national secondary school are situated in the barangay and these institutions serve as the educational grounds for the barangay’s young children and learners.  
*A public elementary school and a national secondary school are situated in the barangay and these institutions serve as the educational grounds for the barangay’s young children and learners.  
Barangay Caribquib is one of the most agriculturally productive barangays of the municipality contributing to food security and to the economic prosperity in the locality.  
*Barangay Caribquib is one of the most agriculturally productive barangays of the municipality contributing to food security and to the economic prosperity in the locality.  
Owing to the culture of the place and in keeping with tradition the residents of Barangay Caribquib are an industrious, frugal and disciplined people. This can be manifested by an above-average and more affluent lifestyle enjoyed by the barangay’s inhabitants.
*Owing to the culture of the place and in keeping with tradition the residents of Barangay Caribquib are an industrious, frugal and disciplined people. This can be manifested by an above-average and more affluent lifestyle enjoyed by the barangay’s inhabitants.
Because of the existence of an elementary and secondary school within the barangay, there is a higher rate of literacy among the people. And as a barangay situated along a major road, the Ilocos Norte- Abra National Highway, there is a greater opportunity for the barangay’s learners to pursue post secondary and tertiary level education. Thus, there is a higher ratio of college graduates and professionals than is usually found in the more remote barangays of the municipality.
*Because of the existence of an elementary and secondary school within the barangay, there is a higher rate of literacy among the people. And as a barangay situated along a major road, the Ilocos Norte- Abra National Highway, there is a greater opportunity for the barangay’s learners to pursue post secondary and tertiary level education. Thus, there is a higher ratio of college graduates and professionals than is usually found in the more remote barangays of the municipality.
Barangay Caribquib has also attained other areas of distinction in the municipality. Owing to a diligent , dedicated and committed barangay government headed by equally diligent, dedicated and committed barangay officials, Barangay Caribquib has attained the distinction of winning ( three – time Champion , Category A) the municipality’s OPLAN SALUKAG PROGRAM ( Operation Plan: Saluadam Lugar Ken Aglawlaw), an environmental program and competition initiated and conducted annually by the Local  Government of Banna. Likewise, Barangay Caribquib  has been a consistent winner ( three-time 1ST Place Awardee) of the CARLY AWARDS                       ( Community Acclaimed Rural Legislators of the Year Awards) also held annually in the municipality.  
*Barangay Caribquib has also attained other areas of distinction in the municipality. Owing to a diligent , dedicated and committed barangay government headed by equally diligent, dedicated and committed barangay officials, Barangay Caribquib has attained the distinction of winning ( three – time Champion , Category A) the municipality’s OPLAN SALUKAG PROGRAM ( Operation Plan: Saluadam Lugar Ken Aglawlaw), an environmental program and competition initiated and conducted annually by the Local  Government of Banna. Likewise, Barangay Caribquib  has been a consistent winner ( three-time 1ST Place Awardee) of the CARLY AWARDS Community Acclaimed Rural Legislators of the Year Awards) also held annually in the municipality.  


PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND COST:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND COST:


The Banna Zipline Project is located in the Paraiso ti Caribquib, in particular, on the sprawling forest area and creek on the western part of  Barangay Caribquib, at Sitio Daramuangan.
*The Banna Zipline Project is located in the Paraiso ti Caribquib, in particular, on the sprawling forest area and creek on the western part of  Barangay Caribquib, at Sitio Daramuangan.
At first the banks along the creek of the Paraiso ti Caribquib was just an alternative site for a picnic for those who had had enough of the sun and water afforded by the town’s rivers , and the soaring hills and forests around the creek as another destination for a trek for the more adventurous type.  
*At first the banks along the creek of the Paraiso ti Caribquib was just an alternative site for a picnic for those who had had enough of the sun and water afforded by the town’s rivers , and the soaring hills and forests around the creek as another destination for a trek for the more adventurous type.  
The Sitio of Daramuangan wherein can be found the Paraiso ti Caribquib became the venue of a Walk for a Cause conducted in the Year of 2007 by the Roman Catholic Church -Parish of San Roque . Likewise, a Mass and a Thanksgiving Service was held at the same venue, with the presence of  the Diocesian Bishop Sergio Utleg. Then Municipal Mayor, Honorable CARLITO A. ABADILLA II attended both events and saw the area’s potential.  
*The Sitio of Daramuangan wherein can be found the Paraiso ti Caribquib became the venue of a Walk for a Cause conducted in the Year of 2007 by the Roman Catholic Church -Parish of San Roque . Likewise, a Mass and a Thanksgiving Service was held at the same venue, with the presence of  the Diocesian Bishop Sergio Utleg. Then Municipal Mayor, Honorable CARLITO A. ABADILLA II attended both events and saw the area’s potential.  
It is noteworthy to mention at this juncture that the Municipality of Banna, Ilocos Norte represented by then Municipal Mayor Honorable CARLITO A. ABADILLA II witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement for the development of a one hundred-hectare ( 100 ha.) area under a co-management scheme with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) of ILOCOS NORTE and the Barangay Council of Caribquib represented by Punong Barangay Adonis Manuel for eco-tourism cum forest protection purposes.   
*It is noteworthy to mention at this juncture that the Municipality of Banna, Ilocos Norte represented by then Municipal Mayor Honorable CARLITO A. ABADILLA II witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement for the development of a one hundred-hectare ( 100 ha.) area under a co-management scheme with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) of ILOCOS NORTE and the Barangay Council of Caribquib represented by Punong Barangay Adonis Manuel for eco-tourism cum forest protection purposes.   
Wishing to start developing the site, the Barangay Government of  Caribquib and its constituents, through self-help, built a handful of cottages on one side of the creek.  
*Wishing to start developing the site, the Barangay Government of  Caribquib and its constituents, through self-help, built a handful of cottages on one side of the creek.  
But it was through the stroke of genius of Honorable Carly Abadilla II, then at the helm of the Local Government of Banna, and greatly inspired to develop the area as an eco-tourism venture and as a premier destination for  pleasure and recreation for people, vacationers and visitors that the  Paraiso ti Caribquib became famous and a destination of choice.  
*But it was through the stroke of genius of Honorable Carly Abadilla II, then at the helm of the Local Government of Banna, and greatly inspired to develop the area as an eco-tourism venture and as a premier destination for  pleasure and recreation for people, vacationers and visitors that the  Paraiso ti Caribquib became famous and a destination of choice.  
With an allocation from the Banna Municipal Fund, the Banna Zipline Project, the first ever to be built and installed in the whole Province of Ilocos Norte ,became a reality. To complement the exhilarating experience derived from a heart-stopping ride at the Zipline, a Hanging Bridge was built by the Local Government Of Banna, Ilocos Norte  near the Zipline. This hanging bridge induces  the same adrenaline- producing experience given by the Zipline.  
*With an allocation from the Banna Municipal Fund, the Banna Zipline Project, the first ever to be built and installed in the whole Province of Ilocos Norte ,became a reality. To complement the exhilarating experience derived from a heart-stopping ride at the Zipline, a Hanging Bridge was built by the Local Government Of Banna, Ilocos Norte  near the Zipline. This hanging bridge induces  the same adrenaline- producing experience given by the Zipline.  
Due to the daily large number of people visiting the Paraiso and wishing to ride the Zipline and walk on the Hanging Bridge, the Barangay Government of Caribquib installed additional cottages along the banks at a cost of Twenty Five Thousand Pesos and landscaped the areas in the site for added attraction. Donations from other sources greatly helped to improve the area.  
*Due to the daily large number of people visiting the Paraiso and wishing to ride the Zipline and walk on the Hanging Bridge, the Barangay Government of Caribquib installed additional cottages along the banks at a cost of Twenty Five Thousand Pesos and landscaped the areas in the site for added attraction. Donations from other sources greatly helped to improve the area.  
    
    
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION


To date there are now five (5) cottages built and owned by the Barangay Government of Caribquib , and four (4) built and owned by each of  four sitios of the barangay. An area of the forest has been cleared to serve as  parking space for vehicles carrying visitors to the area.  
*To date there are now five (5) cottages built and owned by the Barangay Government of Caribquib , and four (4) built and owned by each of  four sitios of the barangay. An area of the forest has been cleared to serve as  parking space for vehicles carrying visitors to the area.  
The Barangay Government of Caribquib manages the operation of the Paraiso Ti Caribquib Resort, including the Zipline , Hanging Bridge and other facilities in the site.  
*The Barangay Government of Caribquib manages the operation of the Paraiso Ti Caribquib Resort, including the Zipline , Hanging Bridge and other facilities in the site.  
For those wishing to visit the Paraiso Ti Caribquib avail of  its facilities at the following cost: :  
 
Cottage Fee:  Php 200.00 / cottage/day  
For those wishing to visit the Paraiso Ti Caribquib avail of  its facilities at the following cost: :  
Entrance Fee: Php 5.00 per head  
*Cottage Fee:  Php 200.00 / cottage/day  
Zipline:      Php 50.00/ride  
*Entrance Fee: Php 5.00 per head  
*Zipline:      Php 50.00/ride  


PROJECT RESULT
PROJECT RESULT
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I. BARANGAY INCOME
I. BARANGAY INCOME


The success of the Banna Zipline Adventure and the Paraiso ti Caribquib  as an eco-tourism venture has generated additional income for the barangay. The following data show the income generated for a six-month period. Herein enumerated are the total income for each of  the following months of 2010:  
*The success of the Banna Zipline Adventure and the Paraiso ti Caribquib  as an eco-tourism venture has generated additional income for the barangay. The following data show the income generated for a six-month period. Herein enumerated are the total income for each of  the following months of 2010:  
• MONTH        Entrance Fee  Rent from Cottages  Zipline            TOTAL  
• MONTH        Entrance Fee  Rent from Cottages  Zipline            TOTAL<br>
• July  2010    2 743.00              1 030.00      2 525.00            6 298.00  
• July  2010    2 743.00              1 030.00      2 525.00            6 298.00 <br>
• August        4 082.00              2 600.00        915.00            5 767.00  
• August        4 082.00              2 600.00        915.00            5 767.00 <br>
• September    12 036.00              3 700.00      6 470.00          22 206.00  
• September    12 036.00              3 700.00      6 470.00          22 206.00 <br>
• October      20 842.00              7 005.00    28 350.00          56 197.00  
• October      20 842.00              7 005.00    28 350.00          56 197.00 <br>
• November    23 684.00              7 450.00    37 338.00          68 472.00  
• November    23 684.00              7 450.00    37 338.00          68 472.00 <br>
• December    28 269.00              9 930.00    50 590.00          88 789.00
• December    28 269.00              9 930.00    50 590.00          88 789.00<br>
• Grand Total             247,729.00  
• Grand Total             247,729.00 <br>


• Forty percent ( 40%) accrues to the Barangay Government , forty percent ( 40%)  for operators and for manpower and the remaining twenty percent ( 20%) is allocated for maintenance cost.  
• Forty percent ( 40%) accrues to the Barangay Government , forty percent ( 40%)  for operators and for manpower and the remaining twenty percent ( 20%) is allocated for maintenance cost.