Cagayan de Oro City News September 2017

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St. Augustine Metropolitan Cathedral

Wars of ancient history were about possessions, territory, power, control, family, betrayal, lover's quarrel, politics and sometimes religion.

But we are in the Modern era and supposedly more educated and enlightened .

Think about this. Don't just brush off these questions.

  • Why is RELIGION still involved in WARS? Isn't religion supposed to be about PEACE?
  • Ask yourself; What religion always campaign to have its religious laws be accepted as government laws, always involved in wars and consistently causing WARS, yet insists that it's a religion of peace?

WHY??

There are only two kinds of people who teach tolerance:
  1. The Bullies. They want you to tolerate them so they can continue to maliciously deprive you. Do not believe these bullies teaching tolerance, saying that it’s the path to prevent hatred and prejudice.
  2. The victims who are waiting for the right moment to retaliate. They can’t win yet, so they tolerate.
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Flood Waters in the streets of Cagayan de Oro City
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Cagayan de Oro City Buildings
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Bus Terminal, Bulua, Cagayan de Oro City

CDO port performance cited by Customs chief

By Paul M. Gutierrez

BUREAU of Customs (BoC) Commissioner Isidro Lapeña cited the officials and employees of the Port of Cagayan de Oro for their exemplary performance in an effort to restore the morale of the bureau which has been badly affected by the ongoing congressional probe on corruption inside the agency highlighted by the successful entry into the country last May of 605 kilos of shabu.

Alvin Enciso, officer-in-charge (OIC) of the port’s Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service (CIIS), said during Lapeña’s visit, they presented the new customs chief with an inventory of their apprehended shipments for the last three months that include the ‘M/V Jake Vincent Seis,’ which they apprehended last September 8.

The vessel was discovered to be plying the BIMP-EAGA route carrying taxable commercial goods worth over P35 million despite its franchise limiting its operation to Philippine waters.

The BIMP-EAGA refers to the Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines East Asia Growth Area that seeks to boost trade and commerce among the participating countries.

The other seized goods, Enciso told this writer, consisted of “misdeclared” items and agricultural products that arrived without the required import permit.

Last month, Enciso said their anti-smuggling operations resulted to the confiscation of a 20-footer van loaded with P1.5 million worth of steel cylinders from China and 2x40-footer vans of red onions worth P5 million also from China.

Last July 20, the port, under Collector Jamail Marohomsalic, also apprehended another 2X40 vans loaded with two units of “dismantled” cargo trucks from Japan worth over P3 million.

Marohomsalic also informed Lapeña that from January to August, the CDO collected a “surplus” revenue of around P1.5 billion, collecting over P8.95 billion from its assigned target of over P7.4 billion.

Lapeña assumed the top customs post last August 30 and quickly moved to restore the agency’s morale by praising the accomplishments of various customs units and collection districts.

Lapeña replaced former Phil. Marines captain, Nicanor Faeldon, who was tagged by Sen. Panfilo Lacson as among those involved in corruption at the agency.

Faeldon and other members of the ‘Grupong Magdalo’ that he brought into the bureau are now also facing criminal charges for their alleged involvement in the smuggling of shabu into the country. The incident remains the subject of an ongoing investigation by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee.

Soagi holds community outreach in Pagatpat village

By Baby Love Umpa

THE Servants of All Global Incorporation (Soagi) conducted a community outreach activity last Sunday, September 17, at Barangay Pagatpat Covered Court, Cagayan de Oro City.

With the theme “Serbisyo sa Barangay,” the organization facilitated the delivery of various services such as free medical checkups, free minor surgical procedures, free medicines, dental services, pre-natal, pedia checkups, distribution of wheelchairs, and bloodletting.

The organization also did consultations on the processing and issuance of birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, passport application and processing, National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) clearance and application, legal consultation.

The community service was made possible with the help of the eight national agencies involved namely Department of Health, NBI, Department of Justice, Public Attorneys Office, Department of Foreign Affairs, Professional Regulation Commission, Philippine Statistics Authority, National Statistics Office; and also Armed Forces of the Philippines and Navy.

Some 2,000 beneficiaries of the one-day activity included residents of different uptown barangays which includes Barangay Pagatpat, Barangay San Simon, Barangay Canito-an and Barangay Baingkingon.

The event was graced by Soagi founder and chairman Michael Salvador and was also joined by 4th Infantry Division commanding general MGEN. Ronald Villanueva, Task Force Oro Commander Colonel Roy Orquia, Cagayan de Oro City Police Office Police Senior Superintendent Robert Roy Bahian, Provincial Director of Misamis Oriental PSSUPT Rolando Destura, and Ororama/Mega Farm Owner See Hong.

Salvador said the event is a big help for people who cannot afford to avail of medical services or those who do not have legal documents such as birth certificates.

Salvador said they chose Barangay Pagatpat because of the village’s proximity to the relocation sites for Typhoon Sendong victims.

Salvador said they also distributed groceries and goods to victims of the fighting in Marawi City with the help of Armed Forces of the Philippines.

Soagi is a non-profit, non-religious and non-political organization which aspire to assist less fortunate individuals.

Capitol launches free internet access

By Alwen Saliring

FREE internet access is now available at the Provincial Capitol after the Misamis Oriental Provincial Government launched on Monday, September 25, free Wi-Fi internet access anywhere within the compound in Cagayan de Oro City.

Governor Yevgeny Emano said internet access nowadays has become very useful, prompting the Provincial Government to partner with the Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT)-Smart Communications to provide free wi-fi internet connection.

"Not only for the few but most of us ride the advent of technology. It is the best and quickest way to connect to our loved ones here and abroad. It has been the norm of the entire world. It is actually our main purpose of launching the free Wi-Fi access to each Misamisnon and Kagay-anon," Emano said.

The governor said Misamis Oriental is the first province to launch the free Wi-Fi access among all other provinces in Northern Mindanao.

Emano is grateful to the PLDT-Smart group led by its manager, Jimmy Chu, for the trust and confidence to the provincial government for this meritorious undertaking that would benefit internet users.

"Especially those less privileged who can't afford, they can already use the internet in the capitol to connect to people and to help clients of nearby agencies like the National Bureau of Investigation to retrieve documents through the internet," Emano said.

Emano, however, said he wants to make it difficult to access websites inappropriate for minors.

The governor also assured that free internet connection will not hamper the daily activities and work of capitol employees and so delivery of basic services is also not disturbed.

"Previously we have tri-media. Now we have quad media because of internet. Dako usab ikatabang kini sa atong turismo (It can also help a lot in our tourism). Eventually we will be stricter especially in monitoring the children-users those that are not suitable for them especially that we are near the schools. Of course it will be part of our security measures," Emano said.

"One thing I assure the people of Misamis Oriental is that no single employee will become lazy due to the free internet access because we do actually have a connection already for own consumption. This time, it's for the general public to enjoy," Emano added.

Emano said the internet provider assured good internet service.

"Mr. Chua actually assured us that they will constantly monitor the number of our users and vowed to give us good service," Emano said.

30 teams register early for Wilson 3X3 caging

By Jack L. Biantan

SOME 30 basketball teams have registered early for the Wilson 3X3 basketball challenge Cagayan de Oro leg set at the St. Mary’s Academy gym in Bgry. Carmen on Sept. 30-Oct 1.

Local organizer James Racines announced on Saturday that teams are far as Zamboanga City have already signed up to join the two-day tournament organized by Motivation Builds Champions (MBC) group.

He added that other teams will come from Butuan, Roxas Zamboanga del Norte, Valencia, Camiguin, Malaybalay-Bukidnon, and from local schools UST-P, Assumption Montessori School, Xavier High School, and St. Mary’s Academy.

Cash prizes trophies and medals are at stake for the winners in the 18 Under (1999), 15 Under (2002) and 12 Under (2005) categories.

Champion teams will also qualify for the Wilson 3X3 National championship in Manila.

The winners and runner-ups will get Wilson basketballs from tournament sponsor.

Teams who are interested to join can register with coach Goy at 09050386845 or at 09778140302. All participants can also avail of the P400 discount for a Wilson basketball purchase.

Registration fee is P2,999 for a team of four players.

Racines will supervise the CDO leg with MBC Manila coaches Errol Cajefe Elicanal, Earl Ludwigvan Austria, Khasim Mirza, Julian Bagares III.

Racines is a champion coach of AMS. He led the Jaguars to the first and the only (NBTC) National Basketball Training Center Division II Secondary title last year in Manila.

The tournament is sponsored by Amber Electro Electrical Sales and Services, HNH Builders and Enterprises (Engineer, Planner, Contractor and Supplier, Eleven 18 International Company, Jetti All Euro 4 Fuels, Dad’s and Son’s Barbershop, and Dr. Gals Fix UrCel.

Bulua, Corpus, Kauswagan and MOGCHS share honors

By Jaime A. Frias II

BULUA Central School, Corpus Christi School, Kauswagan National High School and Misamis Oriental General Comprehensive High School (MOGCHS) were the big winners in this year’s Milo Little Olympics Mindanao chess competition held at Limketkai Mall in Cagayan de Oro, over the weekend.

Bulua and Kauswagan shared the spotlight in the elementary wars as they captured the boys and girls crowns, respectively, even as MOGCHS and Corpus Christi showed dominance in the secondary boys and girls’ divisions.

But, it was a dramatic finish for Bulua’s elementary chessers as they made their presence “unnoticed” for the crown.

Bulua team of coach Gemma Caingin and composed of Ace Ceralde, Lance Panaligan, Joel Hoy and Sage Magsalay, prevailed in a triple tiebreaker over Corpus Christi and Golden Cedar Christian Academy for the first place, in fact, edging the David Rey Ancheta-led Little Knights by only .5 point.

“S’werte kaayo ang Bulua kay na 4-0 nila ang Bayabas, unya daug sa team pero napildi ang board 4 sa Corpus in the last round mao nakalabaw og.5 lang gyod,” said William Reintegrado, among the stewards of tournament arbiter Lorenzo Cuizon.

The Ruelle Canino-powered Kauswagan, on the other hand, reigned supreme in the elementary girls after finishing with perfect 10 points. While Bulua Central School and Tagoloan Central Elementary School came second and third with a similar 8-point finish.

The MOGCHS Cavaliers of coach Chito Teopiz and bannered by Christian Aquino and Ronald Canino sustained their dominance in the secondary boys as they finished with 13 points to cop the title.

Early favorite Xavier University High School of coach Silverio Abasolo and fronted by the solid troika of Adrian Othniel Yulo, Gian Espiritu and Carl Honculada bagged the second place with 12 points, while Corpus Christi anchored by the unbeaten tandem of board 1 Euniel Grant Capilitan and board 4 Kenneth Caingin secured the third spot with 10 points.

The Corpus Christi lady pawnpushers of coach Lynde `Shirov’ Salgados finally ended MOGCHS’ reign with the rookie foursome of Lorebina Carrasco II, Gwen Escarda, Althea Nicole Borres and Alyssa Maestrado dishing out brilliant chess in taking the secondary girls crown.

MOGCHS, comprised of the experienced Vanessa Magno, Jemma Japay and Gwyneth Ampeth, settled at second place.

Oro public school caging enters quarterfinals

By Jaime A. Frias II

TOUGH quarterfinal matches mark today’s resumption of the 2nd Cagayan de Oro Inter-Public School Basketball Challenge at West City Central School’s covered court in Barangay Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City.

Bulua National High School, Carmen National High School, East Gusa National High School and Indahag National High School will duel it out for the final two seats.

Carmen NHS Thunders test the mettle of East Gusa NHS Phoenix at 4 p.m., while Bulua NHS Lakers take on Indahag NHS Skyhawks in the main tiff set at 5 p.m.

The winners will advance to the semifinal round wherein defending champion Cagayan de Oro National High School Tigers and Misamis Oriental General Comprehensive High School (MOGCHS) Cavaliers await them.

In secondary girls level, Carmen NHS lady Thunders face Canitoan National High School lady Truckers at 2 p.m. While Tablon National High School junior Archers go against Carmen NHS junior Thunders at 3 p.m. in 15-under boys bracket.

The match between South City Central School Southern Stars and RN Roa Elementary School will open today’s exciting crossover round at 2 p.m.

Palay production in NorMin up in Q3

By Mark Francisco (PNA)

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY—Northern Mindanao's palay production increased by 36.8 percent in the third quarter of the year as compared to the same period last year, following the implementation of the government's "Plant Now Pay Later" program.

The region's total palay output reached 136,331 metric tons from June to August of the present year as compared to last year's 99,644 metric tons, according to the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda), which largely attributed the increase to the government’s hybrid seeds intervention.

Clark Cañete, NEDA-10 chief regional economic specialist, said the loan facility means farmers can already afford the use fertilizer to improve harvest.

With this, Region 10’s total stocks as of July 1 was placed at 1.3 million sacks, estimated to last 46 days based on the region’s daily rice consumption of 28,420 sacks.

Meanwhile, corn farmers were able to fully recover from the ill effects of El Niño and harvested 66,163 metric tons from July to August 2017, Cañete said.

Cañete attributed this to the farmers’ use of modern open pollinated variety of both white and yellow corn seeds.

Meanwhile, coconut by-products exported during the same period increased by 4.95 percent to 121,978 metric tons. They are in the form of activated carbon, coconut chemicals, coconut oil, coconut cream, coconut milk powder, coconut peat, coconut shell charcoal, coconut water, copra cake, dessicated coconut, toasted coconut, fresh young nut, reduced fat coconut, palm fatty acid and sweetened coconut.

The region’s overall production of major crops reached 2.6 million metric tons, exceeding last year’s level for the same three months by 105 percent. The major crops are identified as sugarcane, banana, pineapple, cassava and sweet potato.

CDO BUB dressmaking project to benefit IPS, cultural communities

By Retchie T. Paculba (RTP/PIA10)

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (PIA) – Cagayan de Oro city government through the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) - Local Government Unit Bottom-Up Budgeting (LGU BUB) turned over 40 sewing machines to 95 beneficiaries during the flag raising ceremony on September 18 at the City Hall.

Elmer Wabe, LGU BUB focal person, said that the sewing machines are given to indigenous people and cultural communities of Barangays Pagalungan and Tablon with a total budget of P3,638,450 where the LGU here had a total counterpart of P1,092,000 and DOLE’s fund summed up to P2,546,450.

The IP and Cultural Community Dressmaking and Tailoring Project also includes one embroidery machine which the IPs consider as one of the tools where they could creatively show their culture through making significant designs in dresses, aprons, mittens and other sorts of clothing.

City Administrator Dionne Gersana said that the city government employees can now have their uniforms sewn by the beneficiaries of the dressmaking/tailoring project to further help the latter in boosting their business.

The dressmaking/tailoring project is just one of the many initiatives of the City Poverty Reduction Action Center (CPRAC) to provide immediate assistance to marginalized people in the city. Other areas in the city which already received various assistance from the action center include Barangays 31, Consolacion, Bulua, Lumbia, Pagatpat, Tignapoloan, Indahag and Balubal.

DepEd-Northern Mindanao to launch 'Dugong Guro'

By Pamela Jay F. Orias

THE Department of Education (DepEd) in Northern Mindanao is aiming this year to surpass the number of blood packs it gathered through the "Dugong Guro" campaign last year, the biggest blood drive among public school teachers and non-teaching personnel all over the region.

Allan Farnazo, DepEd-Northern Mindanao director said, last year, the Red Cross has gathered a total of 19,202 blood bags from the teachers, surpassing its 14,000 blood bags target the previous year.

"We are positive because last year, we only counted 38,000 teaching personnel, but this year, the number increased from 38,000 to 43,666 additional teachers because of the Senior High program," he said.

Farnazo said the 19,000 blood bags were able to save lives of soldiers fighting against terrorists in Marawi City.

Farnazo, the first regional director in the region to initiate the program, said he is confident that the program will achieve its 100 percent target, to provide safe, adequate, and readily-available blood supply here.

"We always think that heroes are those who are erected in monument,s most heroes shed blood for country, so I thought, why can't we be heroes by giving our own blood," he asked.

"We're trying to position DepEd in terms of community support, this is why we initiated blood-giving," he addeed.

City Mayor Oscar Moreno, who attended the program launching on Thursday, said the program is a milestone for the education department.

"Dili mo obligado ani, this is your own initiative, yet you are all happy to donate. We know that blood is very important in saving lives, daghan kaayo nga tao ang dili maka-avail kay tungod sa atong shortage," he said.

Last year, the province of Bukidnon had the highest number of teacher-donors.

Dr. Myra Yee, blood center manager, said the shortage of blood supply has always been a perennial problem of the region and of the country. Citing a report of the World Health Organization, Yee said the Philippines has the lowest donation rate in the world.

Yee said to date, the shortage has gotten worse because of the Marawi siege as soldiers wounded each day drive up the need for blood.

Yee pointed out the importance of blood drives, saying that no blood drive in a day could also mean zero blood bags for the day.

"We hope that we can surpass what we achieved last year, because last year's supply is a really great help labina if naay emergency cases, such as the Marawi conflict and all others," she added.

Tejero keeps top post at City Central School

By Pamela Jay F. Orias

CITY Central School principal Arnold Tejero, who is facing child abuse charges, will remain the principal of the most populated elementary public school in Cagayan de Oro.

According to Allan Farnazo, Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)-Northern Mindanao regional director, that although in prison, Tejero cannot be removed from his post, pointing out that the latter can still avail all legal remedies available.

Farnazo said though several complaints have already been filed before appropriate office such as the Office of the Ombudsman against the principal, there is still no decision that dismissed Tejero from service.

Farnazo, in that event, said Tejero has still the options to contest the decisions rendered.

"Dili man siya matangtang kay naa may legal process ana, bag-o man ta makatangtang (He won’t be kicked out of the position since we have a legal process), we would want to receive first a complaint, pareha gud anang mga governors na naay kaso, mo-continue man sila sa ilang duty (just like those of the governors, even with their cases, they may continue on their duties)," he said.

Chief Inspector Harvey Abellanosa, station commander of the Cogon police, said Tejero is brought to Lumbia City Jail yesterday morning, following the receipt of his commitment order.

Abellanosa said Tejero has yet to post bail, which is worth P80,000.

Tejero was arrested after a warrant of arrest, issued by Regional Trial Court Branch 22, came out against him for alleged child abuse.

It can be recalled that Tejero was also accused of acts of lasciviousness last year, filed by a mother of a 5th grader. He was also accused of sexual harassment by his own teachers.

Wilcon Depot opens 39th branch

By Babylove Umpa

WILCON Depot opened its 39th branch Friday, September 8, at Zone 5, Barangay Cugman, Cagayan de Oro City.

As the name suggests, Wilcon Depot is a dealer of a wide array of the latest imported and locally-made building and finishing materials. Wilcon Depot CDO has a total sales area of over 12, 00 square meters that holds quality home building materials from tiles, sanitary wares, appliances, plumbing, tools, and hardware. It also offers DIY (do-it-yourself) materials such as electrical, building materials, automotive, doors and mouldings, outdoor living, paints and sundries.

The event was participated by Wilcon Founder and Chairman Emeritus William Belo, who was recently recognized by the Philippine Retailers Association as the Father of Home building Retail and as an Outstanding Filipino Retailer Awardee for 2017.

Belo was joined by Wicon Depot’s Senior Executive Vice-President (SEVP) and Chief Operating Officer Rosemarie Bosch-Ong, and SEVP-Chief Product Officer Careen Belo.

Mayor Oscar Moreno and 2nd District Representative Maximo Rodriguez and other local government officials of Cagayan de Oro were also present in the store’s opening.

According to Bosch-Ong, the chose Cagayan de Oro as the city is a convenient place for business and recognized as the 2nd most liveable city in the country.

"I did my research. This is the hub for business that's why it is very fitting that Wilcon located its 3rd branch in Minadano, so there’s so many exciting things to look up to in Cagayan de Oro, Bosch-Ong said.

In line with Wilcon Depot's goal in providing costumer contentment and incomparable services, the company offers a wide selection of strong and dependable local and international brands, arranged in a neat and clutter-free manner.

"Wilcon Depot will show its distinction, yung distinct ng Wilcon to bring the brand of certain and the choices of product that we have, aside from the service, the retailtainment, you get entertain when you go inside with our presentations and of course the different brands selection I think tha's one of the most distinct qualities of a Wilcon store, she added.

Clients can find different quality brands at the store such as Grohe and Kohler Sanitary wares, Franke Kitchen Systems, Pozzi Bathroom Solutions, Koller Bathtubs and Shower Accessories, Direct Hardware, Rocersa and Grespania Tiles displayed their Tile Studio. Heim home interior and Heritage home furniture are featured at the Living, Kitchen and Bath (LKB) showroom. Adding to the extensive product of Wilcon is the newly launched Alphalux lighting solutions.

According to Wilcon Founder and Chairman Emeritus William Belo, Wilcon only offers the best stocks for their customers.

"Our stock is one of the best stocks performer in stocks exchange, Wilcon Founder and Chairman Emeritus William Belo said.

Wilcon Depot also provides services that allow customers to create their desired 3D layout through a computer software in the Design Hub section inside the store. Valued customers can also avail of the Wilcon Loyalty Card for free and enjoy promo offerings.

Wilcon Depot aims to open 5 more branches this year alone in Iloilo, Cabanatuan, Cavite, Tacloban and another branch in Mindanao in Zamboanga City.

Seven Seas to open next month

By Pamela Jay Orias

THE first themed water park in Northern Mindanao will be opening next month.

Elpidio Paras, owner of the Seven Seas Waterpark, said they initially planned to open the park once the martial law will be uplifted at the end of the year.

But Paras, speaking before businessmen attending the Mindanao Business Conference (Minbizcon), said they are opening earlier after observing no significant effect of martial law in Cagayan de Oro City.

"The problem in Marawi is diminishing, there has been no effect in the business here in Cagayan de Oro, that is why we're pushing for its opening," Paras said.

"We are going to do a soft opening at the end of the month but our grand opening will be sometime in October, we have not announce a particular date because we're still going to arrange the schedule of our VIP guests who will be coming," he said.

To ensure the security of the waterpark, Paras said the park will have its own security manager who will oversee the park’s security concerns.

Paras said over 100 employees will be assigned to help secure the park and respond to emergencies.

Paras said the entrance fees would differ on weekends and weekdays -- P799 for weekdays and P999 for weekends.

"It's going to be worth it. Our experience in Dahilayan is people pay up to P600 for the ride and that takes only seconds, but this one what you pay is for the whole day stay in the theme park," Paras said, who also owns the Dahilayan Adventure Park.

"The dream was that we will create a weekend of fun for all our guests because they can go rafting on the first day of visit here in Northern Mindanao, go to Dahilayan on the second day, and on their way to the airport, they can pass by Opol for the waterpark," he said.

Paras said they are also planning to build a hotel beside the waterpark for the guests' convenience.

Paras said Opol town is a very strategic area for investments as the municipality is only near to Cagayan de Oro, the west-bound terminal, and also near the Laguindingan Airport.

The Seven Seas management will also hold a job fair on Saturday, September 9, at the Ayala Activity Center.

"We would prefer that the applicants come from Opol and nearby places however we only select the ones that are qualified, and those that we think that will be part of the culture of Seven Seas. We are still hiring, there are a lot of slots to be filled," he said.

The water park, which sits in a seven-hectare property, is patterned after various water parks abroad.

It is a pirate-themed park with over 20 different slides, rides and attractions, as well as restaurants, cafes and food kiosks to service a visitor capacity of at least 2,000 daily.

CLI expands in CDO; acquires 7.2-ha property for development

By DORIS DUMLAO-ABADILLA (Philippine Daily Inquirer)

Newly-listed property developer Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) has expanded its footprint in Cagayan de Oro with the acquisition of a 7.2-hectare property for a new residential development.

Cagayan de Oro, the 10th most populous city in the country, is one of the key sites identified by the company for its Visayas-Mindanao expansion as stated in the use of its initial public offering (IPO) proceeds.

In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange on Friday, CLI said it had executed a deed of absolute sale with a local landowner to purchase the property for P133.42 million.

“The Cagayan de Oro (CDO) property will be developed into a residential project carrying Cebu Landmasters’ Velmiro Heights brand first launched in Cebu in 2013,” the disclosure said.

“In response to the growing needs and preferences of various markets, CLI will be developing its second Velmiro Heights project in CDO to be launched in the first quarter of 2018,” it added.

The project is envisioned to be modern mid-range residential development offering “comfortable and well-designed homes and generous amenities to satisfy the preferences of the city’s upwardly mobile clientele.”

This will be CLI’s second project in CDO after MesaVerte, a three-tower condominium that has now sold 95 percent of its inventory of 798 units.

The land acquisition was funded with proceeds from its IPO.

Within three months from its debut on the local stock exchange last June 2, CLI has used 15.4 percent of its IPO proceeds. It is confident that its other projects will be implemented on schedule.

Founded in 2003 by real estate veteran Jose Soberano III, CLI is a developer of vertical and horizontal residential projects, mixed-use office developments and a hotel, covering a wide segment of the property market.

The company aims to be the “preferred” developer in the Visayas and Mindanao region in three years.

Minbizcon showcases local inventions

By Pamela Jay F. Orias

LOCALLY-DEVELOPED inventions are close to being showcased in the mainstream market as investors flock to the exhibit of the Department of Science and Technology at the Mindanao Business Conference (Minbizcon) on Friday, September 8, at the Xavier Sports and Country Club.

Alfonso Alamban, DOST-Northern Mindanao regional director, said at least 59 investors showed interest for the Filipino inventions.

"Ang next step ana mag-negotiate na sila technology generator or inventor, mag-advise dayon ang panel of experts kung sakto ba ang pricing sa tanan, fair ba sa generator, sa investor, ug fair ba sa market, and we hope more investors would express interest," he said.

Alamban said food-related inventions are the most attractive technology to investors saying 80 percent of the clients are into food processing.

Among the inventions include a pelletizing machine for goat feeds, a modified handloom weaving machine, ready-to-eat Arroz Caldo, a calamansi oil extractor, and a biotech enzyme, among others.

Alamban said the DOST has been implementing programs and policies to facilitate a more proactive technology transfer system, such as programs in Technology Transfer Protocol, and the Intellectual Property Policy.

"There is no end to the creativity, practical thinking, and innovativeness of Filipino inventors. Here at the Technology Transfer Day, we converge, for the technology generators and adoptors who are holding deal negotiations and consultations, as well as fast-tracked evaluations from the Fairness Opinion Board," he added.

Meanwhile, Oro Chamber President Robertino Pizzaro said the Minbizcon, which ended yesterday, September 9, was successful.

He said there were a lot of sponsors and partners who supported the affair despite the ongoing conflict in Marawi.

Pizzaro also reiterated the business sector’s continuing support of the martial law declaration to quell terrorism.

"We support the martial law, the terrorism that's happening here is a big obstacle to the plans and programs of the President, and to our programs. It was a very good move, our President acts quickly, very decisive. The martial law was very much needed," he said.

"Initially, the first month of the martial law, we really felt the down, but later on, it got better, especially with the influx of Maranaos here, madami ding pumunta sa mga department stores, sa hotels, so it's a matter of balance. We can say that, martial law is effective," he added.

Misamis Oriental releases P58 million for agriculture projects

By Pamela Jay F. Orias

THE Misamis Oriental Provincial Agriculture Office (Mopao) has released some P58 million for projects for local farmers as of August 2017, Governor Yevgeny Vincente Emano said.

Emano said P39 million of the total amount came from the Provincial Government while the other P19 million was sourced from the National Government’s General Appropriations Act (GAA).

In a report, MOPAO chief Dr. Benjamin Resma said farmer-beneficiaries had availed of different programs of the Mopao like the distribution of bags of rice, corn, vegetables, and cacao seedlings in partnership with the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA).

“We also had dispersed Tilapia fingerlings for our fishery production. Aside from these, we are also able to give molasses to these farmers who are into organic farming,” Resma said.

Resma said the Mopao also turned over irrigation facilities and other farming equipment such as pumps and engines, knapsack sprayers, fish landings, bottom set gill nets, squid jigger fish stalls, fiber glass boat engines and payaw.

It has also conducted trainings for farmers, and even sending them to schools to acquire new techniques in rice and corn production, including a farmers' tour, where 25 cacao farmers acquired actual cacao care and management course.

The Mopao, Resma says, has monitored and validated reports of rat infestation and flash flood crop damage amounted to P30.3 million.

“But the office has submitted a proposal for a project to recover the damage amounting P7.5 million. Thus, we received P1.5 million worth of rice, corn and vegetable seeds,” Resma said.

Emano for his part, said these community interventions have impacted greatly on the costs of production in the province, where 47 percent of the 4,633 farmers belong to the poverty line.

“You see, 2,760 farm households are now able to provide enough safety and nutritious vegetables for a family with six members," the governor said.

To date, 100 farm households has started practicing organic farming; 145 farmers reduced 20 percent production cost with the use of agri machineries and equipment; 561 fishermen got better price of fish produce, increased fish catch, reduced time in fishing due to efficient and appropriate fishing gears and facilities; developed or enhanced agri learning sites namely: Buhian Diversified Farm at Initao; Apag Farm in Laguindingan; and Holy Family Farm in Gingoog City; and 1,084 farmers and fishermen acquired new knowledge and techniques in farming and fishing.

The Provincial Government of Misamis Oriental ranked 5th of the Regional Gawad Saka Awards, and also bagged the Outstanding Provincial Agriculture and Fisheries Council (PAFC), Outstanding Municipal Agriculture and Fisheries Council (MAFC), Organic Farming Family, Agri Scientist and Barangay Food Terminal Operator. Of these five awards, these — PAFC, MAFC and Barangay Food Terminal Operator (High Land Fresh Inc.) — became top three national winners.

"These accomplishments of the MOPAO have inspired award-giving bodies in the country. These have actually been appreciated, we are so grateful that our effort is being recognized,” the governor said.

Cagayan de Oro’s online payment improves tax earnings

By Pamela Jay Orias

THE Cagayan de Oro City Government's online payment and billing system has resulted to a tax collection worth more than P2.3 million from January to July alone of this year.

In his report, City Treasurer Ramon Antonio Mendoza said the earnings during this period came from business tax, real property tax, building fees, and traffic violations, among others.

Mendoza said the new payment system has dramatically helped in the increase of its collections, since the process of the payment is made easier for the public.

The online payment system was initiated by the City Government to give convenience and hassle-free service to taxpayers as long as internet connection is available.

This program has also been lauded by the National Competitiveness Council (NCC).

City Mayor Oscar Moreno was invited by the NCC to speak in the 5th Regional Competitiveness Summit and Awards ceremony last August 16, in PICC Reception Hall, Pasay City to share the city's programs in terms of its technology innovations.

Launched only this year, the e-payment system allows residents and businesses pay their bills, such as business permit, real property tax, traffic citation, market stall rental, sales tax, transfer tax, and city building fees through the Globe-Cash Mobile Services and by dialing *137# on their phones.

The City Government is positive that with the new and improved payment system, it can surpass its total tax collections last year.

Last year, the Bureau of Internal Revenue collected P12.47 billion in 2016 as compared to its tax take of P10.75 billion in 2015, posting a growth rate of 15.96 percent or an increase of P1.72 billion.

Cagayan de Oro is the top collection revenue district of the BIR, among all other cities in Northern Mindanao.

TESDA partners recognized

By Franklin Gumapon (FPGumapon/PIA10)

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (PIA) -- The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)-10 has recognized a number of individuals and organizations for their contribution as partners in promoting the Tech-Voc sector in the region.

In an awarding ceremony held Tuesday, Aug. 29, at Mallberry Suites Business Hotel, Provincial Director Leo V. Velez of TESDA-Misamis Oriental hailed the support extended to TESDA by some individuals, businesses, industries, schools, government sectors, media, religious organizations and other stakeholders that enabled the agency to achieve its goals.

The individual awardees were Connie B. Adajar for wage-employed category and Michellene A. Uapal for self-employed category.

From the industries, the awardees were the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry-Mindanao Area, Del Monte Foundation, Inc., Republic Biscuit Corportion and MM enterprises, Inc., Municipal Agriculture Office of LGU-Manolog Fortich, Bukidnon and Juan C. Acosta foundation, Inc. in Bukidnon; MAQS Training Center and Alrose Foods Corporation in Lanao del Norte; Monark Foundation, Inc., Steag State Power, Inc., Greencars Mindanao Corporation, Crossroads Training Institute, Inc., Cagayan de Oro Hotel and Restaurant Association (COHARA), First Asian Metals Corporation, Northern Mindanao Agricultural Crops and Livestock Research Complex of the Department of Agriculture-10 in Misamis Oriental.

TESDA “Kabalikat Award” was given to the provincial government of Misamis Oriental, one of the only two local government units of Mindanao that got said award. The other Kabalikat awardee was Tagum City.

For the TVET institutions/associations, the awards were given to Federations of Region X TVET (FORT), Bukidnon TVET Institutions Association (BUKTIA), St. Laurence Institute of Technology, Inc., Christian Horizon School, Inc., Oroquieta Agro-Industrial School, and Our Lady of Triumph Institute of Technology.

These LGUs were also recognized for their support to TESDA, namely, Cagayan de Oro City, the municipalities of Quezon and Manolo Fortich, and Valencia City in Bukidnon, Bacolod and Kauswagan town in Lanao de Norte, and Oroquieta City in Misamis Occidental.

From the development institutions, the awardees include the World Vision Development Foundation-Northwestern Mindanao, Technical Vocational Association of Institutions in Iligan City and Lanao del Norte. Gender and Development Program of LGU-Iligan City and Save Life Program of LGU-Sinacaban.

Awardees from community training and employment coordinators (CTECs) were Vera May Eunice D. Zamora of Bukidnon, Laurafe Z. Diaz of Lanao del Norte, Mark Anthony D. Artigas of Misamis Occidental and Patricio P. Parami Jr. of Misamis Oriental.

TESDA-10’s active media partners were RPN TV-5/DXKO, Philippine Information Agency (PIA)-10, 101.3 Grace-FM, Tingog Misamisnon Channel and Mellow Touch 95.7 FM.

TESDA -10 has also bestowed loyalty awards on its personnel who have served the agency for 10 years or more. The awardees were Carmen Savariz, Dendo Sumagang, and Fred N. Naingue for having served 10 years of service; Romuel M. Cabahug, Edgar A. Sales and Maria Rowena M. Paña for 15 years of service; Gil Arsenio Q. Factura, Gemma C. Lee, Augustine H. Matbagon, Mabie L. Sabornido, Joselito A. Balares and Lee R. Catane for 20 years of service; Susan Maghanoy, Irma M. Del Mar, Carina B. Ledesma, Ma. Villa L. Suralta, Jouie C. Tabilin and Augusto D. Trinidad for 25 years of service; Margarita G. Dela Cruz, Marcelino G. Lagunsad, Antonio Saluta, Agustin F. Llido and Ruben A. Torremucha for 30 years of service; and Minda S. Pearales for 35 years of service.

The awarding ceremony was also attended by Misamis Oriental Governor Yevgeny Vincente Emano, who shared that his “Iskolar Ko Ni Bambi” program had already benefited a number of students in the province. Most of his scholars, he said, are now gainfully employed here and abroad.

Job fair marks end of Higalaay Festival

By Pamela Jay Orias

SOME 14,900 job vacancies were up for grabs on Thursday, August 31, at the Trabaho, Negosyo, Kabuhayan Job Fair as a way to close the annual Higalaay Festival of Cagayan de Oro.

The Department of Labor and Employment (Dole)-Northern Mindanao, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry(DTI)- Northern Mindanao announced a total of 12,000 overseas job vacancies and 2,900 local vacancies, during the job fair at the Activity Center of SM Uptown.

According to Dole, a total of 76 companies and 23 overseas agencies took part in the job fair.

Aside from the job fair, both DTI and DOLE also hosted a series of seminars for budding businessmen.

Estrella Pahalla, Dole-Northern Mindanao assistant regional director, said unlike the usual jobs fairs the Trabaho, Negosyo, Kabuhayan Job Fair held symposiums and forum on how to start a business, featured success stories from businessmen, and held a forum on challenges of having a business.

"We will provide inputs on basic labor policies, and information drive on health and safety for the employees," Pahalla said.

The city has conducted a total of 2 job fairs in the one-month span of the Higalaay Festival celebration, the first one being the job fair done in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Association of Southeast Nations where over 5,470 jobs overseas were also offered by 22 manpower recruitment agencies.

The Trabaho, Negosyo, at Kabuhayan gathers various policy recommendations from the sectoral summit such as the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Summit, Manufacturing Summit, Philippine Construction Congress, and Information Technology-Business Process Management Summit. It aims to identify strategies to increase employment levels, improve access to employment opportunities, and address skills requirement, also gathered government, private sector, and the academe to develop a national employment program which supports the country’s development plan.

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