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2011 - 2013 CALOOCAN CITY MEDIUM TERM DEVELOPMENT PLAN
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CALOOCAN CITY
MEDIUM TERM
DEVELOPMENT
PLAN
2011 - 2013
2011 - 2013 CALOOCAN CITY MEDIUM TERM DEVELOPMENT PLAN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. OVERALL MISSION - VISION 001
Vision 001
Mission 001
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT ISSUES AND CHALLENGES
002
MAJOR DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES 005
II. INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES DEVELOPMENT
007
DEVELOPMENT ISSUES AND CHALLENGES 007
ROADS AND TRANSPORT Problem / Issues / Challenges Objectives / Target Settings Policies and strategies Programs / Projects / Activities
008
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AND SERVICES Problem / Issues / Challenges Objectives / Target Settings Policies and strategies Programs / Projects / Activities
012
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT Problem / Issues / Challenges Objectives / Target Settings Policies and strategies Programs / Projects / Activities
014
URBAN DEVELOPMENT LAND USE Problem / Issues / Challenges Objectives / Target Settings Policies and strategies Programs / Projects / Activities
016
DRAINAGE AND FLOOD CONTROL Problem / Issues / Challenges Objectives / Target Settings Policies and strategies Programs / Projects / Activities
019
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Problem / Issues / Challenges Objectives / Target Settings Policies and strategies Programs / Projects / Activities
021
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT Problem / Issues / Challenges Objectives / Target Settings Policies and strategies Programs / Projects / Activities
024
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COMMUNICATION Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
027
WATER SERVICES Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
029
POWER SERVICES Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
030
III. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 032
TRADE AND INDUSTRY Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
033
TOURISM Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
037
LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
040
FAMILY INCOME AND EXPENDITURE GOAL
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
044
IV. SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 047
HOUSING
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
048
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EDUCATION
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
050
ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
054
TERTIARY EDUCATION
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
055
OTHER EDUCATIONAL CONCERNS
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
057
HEALTH
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
058
SOCIAL WELFARE AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
062
ELDERLY
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
064
PROTECTIVE SERVICES 066
POLICE AND JAIL MANAGEMENT
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
066
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FIRE PREVENTION
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
067
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
069
SPORTS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
071
V. INSTITUTIONAL / ADMINISTRATIVE
DEVELOPMENT
073
ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
074
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
080
LEGISLATIVE SERVICES
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
084
BARANGAY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
086
PRIVATE SECTOR / CIVIL SOCIETY PARTICIPATION
Problem / Issues / Challenges
Objectives / Target Settings
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
089
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FISCAL MANAGEMENT
Problem / Issues / Challenges
092
REVENUE GENERATION
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
092
EXPENDITURE MANAGEMENT
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
094
BUDGETING
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
095
FINANCING
Policies and strategies
Programs / Projects / Activities
096
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I. OVERALL DEVELOPMENT VISION - MISSION
VISION
The Hon. Atty. ENRICO R. ECHIVERRI clearly pronounced his momentous Vision for the City‟s future
development – “A Continuing Program of Sterling Performance and Good Governance.” With the continuous
support and cooperation of the public, he assured everyone to expect better and bolder prospects for the City
of Caloocan. Caloocan has achieved reformation in every single field ranging from politics, economy, social diversity, culture and education, resulting to remarkable economic growth. This sets it apart from other cities in Metro Manila which have yet to attain political and economic stability.
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“The ECHIVERRI administration, therefore, shall pursue its present program of performance and good
governance the E-C-H-I-V-E-R-R-I way where we envisioned a vibrant and progressive City that promotes…
Quality and affordable E ducation
C lean and peaceful community
Modern H ealth services and housing
Massive I nfrastructure building
V ery efficient governance
The E mpowerment of the people
R evitalization of the urban landscape
R eformed Barangayan system; and
An I nvestment-friendly environment
MISSION To build a responsible community
that respects the dignity, uniqueness, and diversity of its individual citizen;
of people, who respect their common historical and cultural heritage;
of people, who responsibly use their environment and finite resources;
of self-reliant, health and educated people, who are concerned with the well-being of their fellowmen;
with citizens, who have equal access to socio-economic opportunities and public resources; and
with citizens, who have compassion, especially for those who have less in life.
1 “Yes We Can, Let Caloocan Shine!”A Reformation for Future Generations”, The Philippine Star, February 16, 2009
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LOCAL DEVELOPMENT ISSUES AND CHALLENGES
Rate of population growth in Caloocan City is increasing for the last ten years, much faster than its
economic resources. The effect of this uncontrolled growth of people results to high incidence of dire poverty,
increasing unemployment, flooding problems, waste management problems and traffic congestion. Moreover,
the extent of urban basic services, namely housing, school facilities and health services cannot cover the
requirements of the rapidly growing sectors of the population.
POVERTY AND UNEMPLOYMENT
In 2010, there are about 87,597 families in Caloocan City or 31.03% of the number of households that are below the poverty threshold, estimated then at P 19,808.00. The threshold monthly income is the minimum required amount to meet all the nutrition requirements and other needs of a household of six members. About 16.95 % of all poor families in NCR can be found in Caloocan City. Another important concern is the alarming 29.51% difference average monthly family income of about P 19,323 in Caloocan City, from the NCR‟s average monthly family income of 25,025.00.
POVERTY INDICATOR 2010
INDICATOR CALOOCAN CITY
Poverty Threshold (In Peso) 19,802
Extent of Poverty (In Number of Households)
102,098
Poverty Incidence (%) 29.56
In 2010, there are about 102,098 families in Caloocan City or 29.56% of the total number of
households that are below the poverty threshold estimated then at P19, 802. The threshold monthly income is the minimum required amount to meet all the nutrition requirements and other needs of a household of five members.
LABOR FORCE STATUS 2010
Caloocan City
Total Labor Force 960,798
Economically Active
Employed 532,394
Unemployed 76,752
Not Economically Active 351,652
Underemployed 8,199
Employment Rate 87.40%
Unemployment Rate 12.60%
Underemployment Rate 1.54% Source: DOLE-NCR-CAMANAVA
As of 2010, the City‟s potential labor force was estimated at 960,798. Meanwhile, economically active force was posted at 609,146 (63.40%) of which 532,394 or 87.40% were employed and 76,752 or 12.60% are unemployed. On the other hand, labor force, which is economically inactive, was posted at 351,652 or 36.60%.
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DRAINAGE PROBLEMS AND FLOODING
At present, there are about 23 hectares of land area suffering from intensely severe flooding that
causes risk to life and property, and large track of urban area experiencing seasonal inundation due to
inefficient drainage system and tidal floods. As of 2010, several thousands of families whose safety are being
compromised due to annual flush floods, lives along creeks and rivers and flood plain areas. Major causes of
severe floods in Caloocan City, mostly center to river overflow, excessive rainfall and inadequate channel
capacity. Generally, flat and low elevations of some portions are also prone to tidal floods particularly in
portions of Dagat-Dagatan Development Project. Among areas classified as flood disaster prone areas are
Maypajo (Isla San Juan) - Marulas Area, Portions of Dagat-Dagatan Area, La Loma Cemetery Wall, Libis
Baesa Area, Malaria-Barracks, and some subdivisions in North Caloocan City.
Another significant cause of flooding in Caloocan City is land development consequences. Rapid
development of urban settlements generally, in North Caloocan City, causes the replacement of vegetated and
forested areas with (concrete and other non-permeable) pavements. To the same extent, the notable
aftermath of urban development in the whole City, is the loss or reduction of natural waterways due to
reclamation blockage8
and the conversion of some natural streams into underground drainage (op. Cited).
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Recent report shows that the total solid waste collected in Caloocan City estimates to run up to more
than 718 tons per day or equivalent to 2,177 cubic meters. The continuous increase of volume of garbage
generated corresponds to the additional cost for collection and handling. Furthermore, uncollected waste
materials continuously contribute to worsening of flooding and outbreak of diseases.
TRAFFIC CONGESTION
About 19 intersections in South Caloocan City suffer from traffic congestion daily, especially during
peak hours. Vehicle volume increase is remarkably seen within whole stretch of Epifanio de los Santos
Avenue (EDSA) or C-4, those extents traversing Caloocan City. The intersection crossing the Bonifacio
Monument Circle (EDSA - Rizal Ave. Ext.), bears the highest daily AM and PM Peak Hour Traffic at 6,679 and
4,664 respectively, with the total daily volume of 59,886.
Intersections in North Caloocan City also sustain serious traffic problems and affects transportation
efficiency in general. Some of the intersection that stands congested during peak hours is Camarin - Old
Zabarte Road Intersection, Camarin-Congressional Road Intersection, Malaria Road - Quirino Highway, and
intersections at Bagong Silang Resettlement Project.
Among the number of causes of traffic congestion are narrow right of ways and sidewalks, inefficient
bus or jeepney terminal facilities, street and market vendor, poor pavement, inadequate Traffic Management
System (TMS), and inadequate road geometry.
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/ Proceedings from the First Consultative Meeting, Metro Manila Flood Control Program, MMDA Building, August 17, 1999
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INCREASING HOUSING NEEDS AND URBAN BLIGHT
The housing problem in Caloocan City as well as within the rest of cities and municipalities in NCR has
reached alarming proportions.
Urban blight and slum areas grow correspondingly with rate of housing shortage, wherein lack of
affordable housing result to „squatting‟ and thereupon leads to urban congestion and deterioration of
environmental condition of slum areas. The secondary problems that come from urban blights are the
worsening structural condition within, health problems, increase in crime and declining public order situation.
As of 2010, the City has an estimated number of 79,543 censused families who were living in danger areas,
government properties, road right-of-way (ROW) and private properties. The increasing number of these
settlers is brought about by rapid rate of rural-urban migration and intense poverty. There are several sites
from different parts of the City that suffers socio-economic problems due to effect of urban blight.
SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES
The lack of valuable and critical social infrastructure, such as school and health facilities is one of the
foremost development concerns in the City. The increase of population definitely brings greater demand for
social service facilities.
For school year 2010-2011, enrollment in the public elementary level reached 155,158. These
students have to fit themselves in 1,477 classrooms with a pupil classroom ratio of 1:105 doubling the current
requirement ratio of 1:50. The enrollment further increases by 9.60% from the previous year.
The provision of adequate health facilities for underprivileged citizens of the City is likewise a critical
infrastructure issue. As of 2010 there were only 15 hospitals operating in Caloocan City, of which 3 are
government and 12 are private and a birthing home. One of the government hospitals is a special hospital for
psychiatric patients. The two government hospitals have a total of 447 beds for needy patients while private
hospitals have a total bed capacity of only 504. With the ratio of one bed for 1,551, Caloocan City has to build
additional hospitals to meet the standard requirement of one bed for every one thousand population. The 41
health centers also need reconstruction and upgrading to be able to meet the PhilHealth accreditation for OPB
(Out Patient Benefit Package) MCP (Maternal Care Package), and TB-DOTS (Direct observation Treatment,
Short-course).
Population management is among the critical factors in augmenting sufficiency of social infrastructure
and services within the City. In the last 20 years the development of resettlement areas and residential
subdivisions in Caloocan City brought thereupon an exceptional rate of influx of people from various parts of
the country. In 17 years, the annual growth rate increased from 3.56%, moreover, North Caloocan City
specifically shows a stunning average growth rate of more than 6.5% annually. Confronting this phenomenon
through application of appropriate prudent policy measures is becoming to be one of the biggest challenges for
the City Government.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
Caloocan City contains all types of air pollution sources and types of air pollutants. A large number of
motor vehicles daily passing and „queuing‟ on major thoroughfares and various numbers of manufacturing
facilities operating within the City have been contributing air contaminants over the years. Motor Vehicles,
according to World Bank report, are the largest source of air pollution at 60% of the total pollution load, but the
bulk of particulate matter, is still re-suspended soil (or dusts).
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High concentration of Lead (Pb) is found in Monumento area, of which in excessive concentration on
human blood could cause neurological effects. The rise of concentration of motor vehicles on these areas
where gasoline cars are double the number of public vehicles contributes to the increase of lead level.
Caloocan City, among all of its river ways and creeks, shares water streams that are physically
apparent of contamination. Some of this natural surface drainage (which others are converted to canals)
indicates turbid water filled with garbage and refuse wastes. Some of the streams that suffer pollution
problems are Tullahan River, Saluysoy River - DDDP Peripheral Canal, Maligaya Creek, Casili Creek, Panaca
Creek, and some tributaries in North Caloocan City.
Sewage is also considered as the foremost surface water contaminant. With the expected increase of
Population of Caloocan City in year 2000, at about 1.35 million, the City‟s populace shall generate about 47.25
tons/day (t/d) of BOD waste from domestic sewage.
INSTITUTIONAL PROBLEMS IN THE DELIVERY OF BASIC SERVICES
Delivery of front line services has also been a recent development concern in the City. For number of
years, institutional setbacks and constraints further aggravate the effect of usual fiscal resource problems in
local development administration. Major institutional elements contributing to the delay and inefficiency of
delivering local government services are clear definition of organizational roles, weak coordination, technical
and administrative capability, political stability, public participation in development, political boundary disputes,
and legislative support.
MAJOR DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
DECREASE POVERTY INCIDENCE AND REDUCE UNEMPLOYMENT RATE The City Government approach poverty problems under two strategic considerations: (1.) the amount and
the rate of household income, (2.) the level of living standard or ability to benefit from basic services.
Conditions affecting sufficiency of household income are availability of employment opportunities, capacity
to go into profitable enterprise and accessibility to commodities with reduce market price -- cutting household
expenditures. In response to the said conditions, the City Government shall provide measures to generate
employment, addressing needs of both employers and the active labor force. Likewise, development policies
shall also focus on development of micro-scale enterprises and formation of cooperatives which services could
secure the minimum daily living requirement of the urban poor.
Level of poverty is also a measure of level of living standard or the ability to access and benefit from basic
services available within the community. Policies, on this matter, should also center on the equitable
distribution and augmentation of valued infrastructure and institutional services.
UPLIFT LEVEL AND EXTENT OF SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Staking to expanded public capital investments is an essential approach in achieving sustainable
development. The problems of drainage waste management, traffic engineering, school and health facilities,
and housing, requires engineering solutions that are usually capital-intensive in type. However, policy
solutions such as land use control, promotion of community participation, information and education, among
others are supporting measures that are also necessary in accomplishing development targets.
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PROMOTE A LIVABLE AND ACCEPTABLE URBAN ENVIRONMENT Advancement of an efficient land use pattern optimizes public capital expenditures, which in turn improves
private sector productivity. The uncontrolled growth of built-up areas brings urban blight, contributes to
propagation of slum areas, causes traffic congestion, misspends common economic resources such as time
and energy, and even leads to jeopardizing life and property.
DEVELOP INSTITUTION BUILDING MEASURES
Development planning and management are tools that require a strong and effective institutional
mechanism that will assure sustainability and success of local development. Plans must evolve on the
formulation of continuous long-term capacity building especially on areas of frontline services and
development administration. Team building, multi-sectoral consultation and capability upgrading are traditional
strategies that are important to involve in performing development works.
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II. INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES DEVELOPMENT
Urban growth in Caloocan City is plainly an integral fraction of the total regional development in
Metropolitan Manila. Location of various land using activities and intensity of urban problems are basic results
of complex socio-economic growth trends and public and private sector decisions transpiring not only within
few cities and Municipalities, but in the whole entire region. However, whatever is the direction of urban
expansion; various developments taking place in the City create manifold social and environmental illnesses
that need to be immediately addressed in the context of regional concerns and challenges. Similarly, to
achieve the long-term vision of the City Executive, that is the eradication of dire poverty, unemployment, and
crime, the need to employ development planning and growth management approaches is foremost on the
agenda of local governance. One of the measures essential in curving or minimizing negative environmental
and social impacts of urban development is the establishment of a physical framework plan through certain
growth strategies. Such requirement also becomes vital to rationalize urban growth in long-term period.
NEWLY CONSTRUCTED ROAD (BGY. 168) RIZAL AVE. EXT. REHABILITATION
As a whole, the objective of physical growth strategy in Caloocan City is to manage development and
land using activities towards realizing a more efficient land use pattern for the City and the greater Metro
Manila area. The approach specifically hopes to achieve the following:
Minimize travel time and distances between dwelling and working areas as well as between
production and supply points of urban goods and services.
Implore among all sectors the protection, conservation, and enhancement of the urban environment.
Promote a more cost-effective provision of public infrastructure and facilities, which subsequently
optimizes the use of resources for local development.
DEVELOPMENT ISSUES AND CHALLENGES
Due to increase of vehicular traffic, road congestion has become constant everyday and everywhere in
Caloocan City (similar to rest of Metro Manila‟s Cities and Municipalities). The major reason for this congestion
is the need for more road infrastructure along with the required road maintenance management system.
Though government agencies constructed and completed a number of road improvement projects, still gap
between road supply and compounding demand for road use is broadening. Development of transport
infrastructure, management of intersections and transport corridors, road maintenance, “missing links”
between different major arterial roads, public education and enforcement of public transportation regulations
were seen as the foremost issues impeding road development and aggravating traffic condition on roads.
Equity in transportation services, especially public modes, is also a serious issue, since it directly affects the
accessibility of low-income road users to their workplaces. Areas that essentially account specific issues
affecting traffic congestion are on road development, public transport services, traffic management, and urban
development and land use.
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ROAD AND TRANSPORT GOALS
To provide equitable, sustainable and efficient road and transportation services that promotes public health
and safety, greater mobility of goods and services and development of local economy.
DEVELOPMENT CONSTRAINTS AND OPPORTUNITIES Foremost constraints that affect development of roads and transportation sector are;
Institutional capability to manage demand growth for more road infrastructures and transport services;
Funding and lengthy legal procedures in acquiring new right-of-ways;
Delayed implementation of on-going circumferential roads (primary arterial roads);
Increasing number of registered motor vehicles More opportunities however are present to improve local transport and traffic situation.
First, is the increasing demand for additional jeepney and tricycle routes in different areas of the City (as described under the preceding analysis), that assures viability of public transport operation.
Second, social acceptance of car-use restraint measure like the Unified Vehicle Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) serves as a suitable test program for future implementation of “small-scale” traffic demand and restraint measures within Caloocan City.
Third, emerging urban development opportunities on different parts of the City requires construction of new inter-modal terminal facilities.
Fourth, planning and frontline organizations of the City Government are improving on field of information and database management systems.
Lastly, strengthening of links between government institutions and private organizations such as the City Development Council because of frequent and regular consultations and coordination.
ROADS DEVELOPMENT
PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Inadequate road network connectivity and linkages between national and city roads
Most NCR cities and municipalities including Caloocan City need a long-term road network development
program that would improve its road connectivity and linkages. National agencies, namely DPWH, DOTC and
MMDA, recently prepared a master plan for the construction of primary arterial roads such as urban highways
and expressways; of which LGU‟s should subsequently augment with long-term plans for City road network
development and road improvement. The said plan would consist of proposals for priority road and traffic
engineering projects, including investment or funding program for 10 to 20 year horizon period.
Need for a suitable operational policy, system, procedures, technique, in evaluating priority road
projects
Road system of cities and municipalities are classified according to political and administrative jurisdictions
such as National, Local and Barangay roads. Most LGU‟s do not give enough attention to “functional”
classification of roads in prioritizing road projects. Recent studies (MMUTIS) recommend the “hierarchy (or
order of importance) of road system” as one of the major consideration in planning and ranking of future road
projects. Functional classification of roads includes definition of which are “arterial” (primary or secondary),
“collector”, or “local” granting various conditions, such as volume capacity, type of transport modes serve, and
other road characteristics.
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Delay in the implementation of Circumferential Roads (C-3 & C-4)
Most of the major road projects administered by DPWH-URPO, such as C-3 and C-4 roads encounter undue
delays in implementation due to legal and financial constraints. The slack in implementing these projects
causes further traffic congestion since current road space requirements are not readily met.
Increase in peak hour traffic density (decreasing level of service) on some local roads and intersection
due to its dilapidated physical condition.
Common observation indicates that many roads endure higher traffic density and long queuing of vehicles
partly caused by its poor pavement and drainage conditions. In response to the issue, local engineers would
soon implore more effective road maintenance system including capability upgrading of their technical staff.
Means to optimize use of total budgeted funds for road projects also has to prosper to approach the problem,
alongside with the development of “in-house” management capability of local implementing departments –
(more number of projects are recommended to be done by administration).
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To develop viable road network linkages between various arterial roads or national roads from at least
six (6) existing roads
To formulate a five (5) year master plan on policies and objectives, plans and program, techniques,
procedures and practices on road project planning, programming, and implementation of future road
networks.
To implement road improvement projects that would increase level of existing road services (or to decrease traffic congestion/ density)
To improve pavement and drainage condition of at least 80% of existing City Roads needing repair and maintenance
To improve pavement and drainage condition of at least ten (10) National Roads
To improve the administration, coordination, supervision and control over planning, designing, construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, bridges and other local engineering and public work projects.
To improve capability of the line agency (City Engineering Dept) in delivering “in-house” support services through acquisition/ installation of electronic database system for project management applications, acquisition of various units of heavy equipment, and digital survey equipments
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Preparation, promotion and operation of a comprehensive road development program shall be the
mainstream policy and strategy in the development of all road infrastructure in the City
Improvement of City‟s existing local and national road with opportunities to expand road network
connectivity shall be the priority road project on the City‟s annual investment plan.
Functional classification (role and importance of each road), demand characteristics and network
capacity (population serve and future traffic volume); shall serve as principal consideration in priority
ranking of all proposed road projects
Planning and implementation of road improvement projects shall give attention to –
extending the “economic life span” of roads prudent use of available capital resources;
effect reduction of vehicle operating costs (VOC); and journey time towards immediate road users
promotion of public, health, safety and convenience
The City Government shall promote policies and measures concerning participation of academic and
financing institutions and other organizations on providing technical assistance to its local implementing
agencies on planning, budgeting, programming, and implementation of local infrastructure projects
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Project / Program Title:
Preparation of a City Road Network Master Plan - Road Network Assessment, Road Capacity Inventory.
Project Description Functional / Hierarchy Classification, Review and Analysis of National and City
Roads (Arterial, Collector, Local)
Annual training courses on Transportation Planning and Traffic / Transport Engineering for local transport planners, traffic engineers
Implementing Agency CED
DPSTM
CPDD
UP-NCTS Funding Grant / Local Fund (FY 2011-2013) Amount Project / Program Title:
Annual Road Network Improvement Program
Project Description - Component 1:
Road Capacity Assessment/ Improvement of planned connecting roads and bridges (“missing links”) Congressional Road Deparo Road Connecting Road link Zapote Street – Aurora Street Connecting Road link Camarin Road - Quirino Highway Connecting Road Link (via Crispulo Street –
Purificacion Street) Proposed Connecting Concrete Bridge -- Paulino Compound - King Solomon
Street- Phase -V BSRP via Camarin (Matarik) Creek Project Description - Component 2:
Evaluation / planning / programming/ budgeting / financing / R.O.W. acquisition / construction of proposed road widening projects Planned total 18.00 meter R.O.W. clearing w/ lot acquisition and improvement
of Tullahan / Tandang Sora Road – Feasibility Study Planned total 22.00 meter R.O.W. clearing and improvement of General Luis
Street – Feasibility Study
Conduct regular coordinative meetings with DPWH NCR / URPO on the implementation of C-3 and C-4 Projects
Implementing Agency CED
DPWH-NCR (TMMED)
CPDD
Funding Source Grant / Local Fund (FY 2011-2013) Amount
Project Description -
Component 3: C-3 (Sgt. Rivera St.) / R-9 (A. Bonifacio Avenue) Interchange Project
Implementing Agency DPWH-NCR (URPO)
Funding Source National Fund (FY 2011)
Amount PHP 650,000,000
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Project / Program
Title: Annual Road Capacity Improvement Project
Project Description -
Component 1:
Three (3) -Year planning, programming, and construction of dilapidated portions and
drainages of existing City Roads
Proposed construction, rehabilitation, and improvement of 250 City Roads and
Road Drainages
Proposed construction, rehabilitation, and improvement of Two (2) Bridges
Implementing Agency City Engineering Department
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount 2,247,581,638.00
Project Description -
Component 2:
Three (3) - Year planning, programming, and construction of portions and drainages
of existing and new National Roads
FIRST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
Deparo – Bagumbong Road
Central Luzon Leprosarium Road
Samson Road
Deparo-Camarin Road
West Service Road (NLEX)
Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA)
Gen. San Miguel Street
SECOND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
C-3 Road
Epifanio de los Santo Avenue (EDSA)
Proposed Improvement of 10th Avenue
Implementing Agency DPWH-NCR (TMMED)
Funding Source National Fund ( FY 2011)
Amount P 153,120,910.00
Project / Program
Title: Capability Upgrading on Project Management / Project Engineering
Project Description - Component 1:
Capability Upgrading of Construction Management Division, City Engineering Dept.
Conduct annual training / refresher courses on Project Management that include but not limited to road network planning and design; road project evaluation (feasibility study); site investigation; project management; construction management; and project engineering
Acquisition / Installation of PC server / work stations w/ Application Programs, and other peripherals/ accessories for infrastructure planning and project management,
Acquisition of four (4) sets of survey equipment such as digital transits (Total Station), GPS data collector w/ GIS Program, peripherals, and other accessories.
Upgrading of Material Testing Unit, City Engineering Department Acquisition / installation of new material testing equipment Improvement of Material Testing Facilities / Buildings
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Project Description -
Component 2:
Capability Upgrading of Construction Management Division, City Engineering Dept.
Upgrading and repair of Motor Pool facilities Installation of Motor Pool Garage, and vehicle maintenance equipments
Acquisition of new road maintenance equipment
Pay Loader – One (1) Unit
Six (6) Wheeler Dump Trucks – Three (3) Units,
Ten (10)-Ton Road Roller One (1) Unit,
Mighty Mite - One (1) Unit
Jack Hammer w/ 300 psi Compressor – One (1) Unit,
Grader – One (1) Unit
Service Vehicle – Two (2) Units
Backhoe – One (1) Unit
Implementing Agency CED
Funding Source Grant / Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Deficiency on public transportation routes and ancillary facilities
Operation of buses, jeepneys and tricycles (motorcycle with sidecar) in MMA are complementary rather than
competitive. Most areas are provided with relatively better transportation services than before. SUV Taxi‟s on fixed
route has been rapidly increasing due to growing demand for a convenient mode of journey. However, large areas
within the City are not being served even by fixed-route, low-fared “jeepneys”. Tricycle services (Para-transit vehicle)
charges higher than jeepneys since it provides “door-to-door” transportation for commuters.
Inefficiency of a number of public transport drivers in giving adequate and convenient transport services
caused by their frequent traffic violations, over-charging and cutting trips
Behavior of some drivers, commonly of jeepneys and tricycles, follow the usual problems of frequent traffic violations
and poor service, such as over-charging and cutting trips. Cooperation of transportation groups and operators with
local traffic enforcers is essential to respond to the said problems. As part of productive measures for these problem,
the City Government could provide other support services to drivers and operators by mobilizing transport groups on
forming cooperatives, training on road courtesy and safety, and constructing community facilities (offices and
multipurpose hall) for transport groups.
Shortage of commuter transport vehicles during emergencies and calamities
In numerous man-made emergencies (such as transport service stoppage or strikes) and natural calamities,
shortages of transport vehicles are common dilemma for commuters. The multi-sector committee of the City
Development Council (CDC) recommends that LGU must provide high occupancy vehicles like buses for stranded
commuters as among its emergency response measure to augment demand for emergency transport. Most of
disasters whether man-made or natural (e.g. typhoons, earthquake, fire spread, chemical accident, etc.) causes to
block roadways and bridges, and damage utility “lifelines”, prompting the City Government to further prepare future
emergency rerouting plans in case these accidents or emergencies happened.
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OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To provide additional and new public transport routes and franchises to wanted areas.
To improve terminal facilities and develop a coded waiting sheds along existing routes
To promote traffic and safety education and cooperative development among transport groups.
To provide emergency vehicles for commuters affected by transport shortages cause by natural or man-
made emergencies.
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Improvement of public transportation services shall be given preference and priority in formulation of all local traffic management policies and measures.
To improve management of existing public transport services terminating in the City, all Public Transport Vehicles shall be color coded and bear identification markings according to their routes and location of their terminals.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Project / Program
Title: Public Transport Route and Services Improvement Program
Project Description - Component 1:
Conducting of re-routing study and designing new route lines for at least four (4) selected areas needing public transport services,
Provide administrative and legal assistance in establishing new public transport franchises
Implementing Agency DPSTM / NCTS
Funding Source Grant / Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
Project Description - Component 2:
Identification and Improvement of existing public transport terminals needing amenities and services
Identification and development of at least twenty (20) loading and unloading sheds and loading bays along selected roads
Implementing Agency DPSTM / CED / CPDD
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
Project Description - Component 3:
Organize jeep / tricycle drivers and transport / cooperative association
Conduct annual training on road courtesy and safety, and traffic rules and regulations to transport organizations
Implementation of color coding for passenger “jeepneys” per terminal and destination
Project Description - Component 4:
Acquisition and operation of at least four (4) Buses
Implementing Agency DPSTM / LTFRB Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013) Amount
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TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Imbalance traffic demand and supply – Current volume of traffic is more than the existing road capacity
The number of person trips is projected to grow by 1.73 times from 1996 to 2015. Computed per year, trip
volume currently increases in an average of 0.09 times per year. Generally, recent findings show that traffic
load on roads will increase twice its capacity due to growth of private modal share. Traffic volume is expected
to exceed road capacity by ratio of 1.3 and can reach up to 4.0 in 15 years if nothing will be done (MMUTIS,
1998). Number of cars in the metropolitan region is expected to increase abruptly in the future due to increase
in income level as well as population. Accordingly, Caloocan City is expected to experience negative effect
from car volume increase. Latest LTO-Caloocan City report on number of registered vehicles shows a
significant increase of vehicle registration from 1998 to 2006 at 9,700 units. Critical areas foreseen to sustain
traffic volume increases, due to growth of private modal share, are districts within vicinities of A. Bonifacio
Monument, EDSA and Rizal Avenue Extension. Moreover, most residential areas within North Caloocan, with
its growing population, are likely to bear the same condition. According to MMUTIS reports, residential areas
has the most number of travel demand (47% of the total) followed by educational facilities (18 to 19%). To add,
those who belong to car-owning households make more trips than non-car owning households.
Need for a more systematic (scientific) means of solving traffic problems – such as use of traffic surveys
or traffic database in forming traffic solution (MMUTIS, 1998)
Recurring Traffic congestion is also caused by lack of systematic approach in forming traffic management
solutions and deterioration of traffic engineering devices. There is also deficiency of central planning database
leading to conflicting results of planning exercises. Local and national planning agencies manage own sets of
data; thus, information forecasts are based on different measures and assumptions. However, the City has
enough databases on records of jeepney and bus routes, including particulars on tricycle and pedicab
operation, but needs periodical updating. Traffic impact studies must be conducted periodically including public
transport surveys, traffic volume surveys and parking surveys.
Traffic congestions cause from Increasing traffic density, queue time approaching major intersections
and deterioration of traffic engineering devices and delineators (traffic signals, curbs, medians,
pavement markings)
A number of major intersections show noticeable higher density of vehicle on all legs mostly during peak hours.
Traffic congestions are common on said intersections that results delay in travel time and long queuing of
vehicles. The UP-NCTS recently sponsored the Small-Scale Traffic Improvement Measure Study (STRIMMS)
that assesses condition of problem intersections within NCR (including three intersections within City of
Caloocan) through daily observation and traffic volume survey. The STRIMM recommended viable traffic
engineering solutions like geometric improvements and putting in pavement markings / traffic delineators on
their target intersections and suggest to continue on to perform the same assessment by the City Government
on the rests of the City‟s junctions.
Commuter safety – requirements for more loading / unloading sheds, loading bays, and street lights
along major roads
The CDC multi-sector committee identified declining level of road safety as an important issue under the roads
and transportation sector. A transport cooperative group recognizes the deficiency of commuter loading and
unloading facilities and not enough street lamps along roads as one of the serious problem that commuters are
facing with. Riding public almost always waits for their ride at any part of the road and in time endanger their
safety from rushing vehicles. Concerned groups from the recent CDC consultations reaffirm the need to assess
jeepney and bus routes and identify specific areas where waiting sheds for commuters, as well as needed
streetlights, can be immediately installed.
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OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
(TDM) (i.e. car restraints, closing of roads for pedestrians, etc) toward managing volume and direction
of traffic (vehicle & pedestrian) to and from traffic congested areas
To conduct traffic assessment and studies on identified traffic problem areas.
To provide immediate traffic engineering solutions to existing intersections and arterial roads needing
pressing attention.
To continuously upgrade administrative and technical capability of local traffic management units.
To provide additional traffic enforcers on major intersections and corridors at North Caloocan City
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall promote policies and measures concerning participation of academic and
financing institutions and business organizations on
Providing technical assistance to its local agencies on Local Traffic Management education and
training;
Partnerships on project planning, budgeting and programming of traffic improvement projects
The City of Caloocan shall preferably prioritize conventional and “non-capital intensive” policy measures
in all aspects of short-term local traffic management system planning, installation and enforcement.
(less number of heavy infrastructure such as construction of new road right-of-way, construction of inter-
change, and above grade structures)
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Project / Program
Title: Road Traffic Management and Engineering Improvement Program
Project Description:
Component 1
RED (RECOM Echiverri Discipline) Zone Project Intersection improvements for
at least four (4) selected major intersections through;
Geometric improvements of curbs and corners,
Channelization (as needed),
New traffic signs and directions
Sidewalk improvement
Pavement improvement,
Pavement markings
Implementing Agency DPSTM / CED/ CPDD Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Provision/ installation and improvement of median barriers at Three (3) Traffic Problem Areas Project Description: Component 2
Provision/ installation and improvement of median barriers at Three (3) Traffic
Problem Areas
Almar Subd. Junction, Zabarte Road
“Kiko” Junction, Sampaloc St. Camarin II Area D
Samson Road (Monumento to Lapu-Lapu)
Median landscaping and installation of median Barrier at Epifanio de los
Santos Avenue (EDSA)
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Project Description: Component 2 (cont‟.)
Installation of Reflectorized Thermoplastic Pavement. Markings along Samson
Road
Installation of streetlight on 15 major streets
Implementing Agency CED ESS Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013) Amount PHP 86,130,132.00
Project Description: Component 3
Plan for Installation of traffic signals on at least four (4) problem intersections for identification – Initial Traffic Assessments
Implementing Agency DPSTM
UP-NCTS
MMDA-TEC
CPDD Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013) Amount
Project / Program Title:
Traffic Management and Traffic Engineering Capability Upgrading Program
Project Description: Conduct annual training / courses on traffic management/ engineering/
enforcement, and establish
Establish local traffic information database system
Acquisition / Installation of PC server / work stations w/ Application Programs,
and other peripherals/ accessories for database management of traffic
records
Implementing Agency DPSTM/ CED/ UP-NCTS/ CPDD Funding Source Grant / Local Fund (FY 2011-2013) Amount
URBAN DEVELOPMENT LAND USE PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Negative impact of large-scale commercial development particularly increase on traffic density
(pedestrian & vehicle) and demand for a more suitable intermodal- terminals and locations
Current large-scale urban development, such as malls and department stores generate trips and induces
heavy increase in pedestrian and vehicle traffic volume. For the whole of Metropolitan Manila, commercial trips
account only 2% of total trip purpose. However everywhere, several shopping malls usually serve diverse
services and amenities that attract large volume of shoppers, since mall services accommodate „super-
markets‟, cinemas, fast foods and office spaces. Andres Bonifacio District has similar commercial centers that
attract shoppers daily. On the other hand, the City Government has to give careful attention to planned
development of North Rail, South Rail, and LRT Line 7, all terminating in the City that will soon generate
investments on terminal facilities at different transit points. All areas surrounding these developments require
workable transportation and traffic management plan that will serve as blueprint for future related projects and
programs.
Most intersections in Caloocan City experience typical terminal problems. Consequently, provision of
appropriate inter-modal facilities and traffic management system in these future terminals is needed. Based on
MMUTIS studies, key issues in developing terminal center on three particular extents. First, considerations
should focus on the role of the public sector, in dealing with the importance of terminal construction and the
restriction of provincial bus from entering CBD‟s. Public sector concern also focuses on the delineation of
government‟s part (including the role of the City Government) in terminal development, and the capability to
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forecast future traffic situation and to coordinate with terminal developers. Second concern is the feasibility of
building terminal in built-up areas, and lastly, application of appropriate approaches needed in station planning
surrounding LRT and MRT terminals
Widespread illegal parking on several roads due to lack of parking areas of some buildings
MMUTIS study considers parking as not a serious problem in the metropolis. However, compliance of buildings
on parking rates provided under the National Building Code deserves valid attention. The non-compliance of
some buildings, for required parking slots effects problem on traffic, since unmet parking demand results to
unacceptable number of on-road parking. In major thoroughfares like Rizal Avenue Extension and EDSA,
parking of vehicles at sidewalks is a common observation. Problem crops when pedestrians are impaired of
their walk trips, and as they shift toward roadway they eventually obstruct vehicle flow.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT TERMINAL PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED (Joson, 1997)
CBD‟s Suburban Area
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transport
Passengers
Increasing walking distance in
access, transfer
Increasing discomfort in waiting and
access
Increasing danger in waiting,
loading/ unloading
Increasing difficulties in transfer
Accessibility to truck routes
Longer waiting time
Lesser choice of
destinations
Safety of travel
Operators/
Drivers
Lack of turn-around space
Lack of waiting spaces
Lack of loading/ unloading
places/facilities
Profitability
Other Road
Users
Traffic congestion in terminal areas
Non-availability of parking spaces
From Government/
Overall National
Economic Viewpoint
Increasing overall traffic cost due to
increasing
bottleneck in terminal area
Decreasing accessibility to
economic growth centers
Decreasing development potentials
at growth
centers
Increasing difficulties in route
control and
management
Providing reasonable level
of public transport service
to isolated areas.
Incidence of illegal parking on several roads due to lack of parking areas of some buildings
MMUTIS study considers parking as not a serious problem generally within Metropolitan Manila. However,
many buildings in Caloocan City do not comply on parking requirements provided under the National Building
Code. The deficiency for required parking slots on number of buildings effects problem on traffic, since it
always causes road-side parking that obstruct free flow of vehicles. In major thoroughfares like Rizal Avenue
Extension and EDSA, parking of vehicles at sidewalks is a common observation. Problem crops when
pedestrians are impaired of their walk trips, and as they shift toward roadway they eventually obstruct vehicle
flow.
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Poor accessibility of buildings and roadways for specially disabled and elderly persons
Studies find traveling of disabled and elderly persons within the metropolis not very strenuous. Nevertheless,
the result speaks more of the lack of awareness of the disabled and elderly in their rights for a convenient and
safe travel on roads. To correct the problem, sidewalks need geometric improvements such as ramps for the
disabled and probably employment of new pavement designs for visually impaired pedestrians.
Encroachment of buildings on portions of sidewalks and roadways
Some portions of major thoroughfares show encroachment of either building structures or fences. The intrusion
of these structures on roads or in sidewalks obstructs pedestrian and even affects traffic flow. Recent inventory
of roads either major or collector warrants immediate response including all obstructions on right-of-ways.
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To formulate and prepare plans, policies, and strategies to manage congestions on surrounding
commercial areas
To promote compliance with current building / zoning regulations that affects public health and safety
such as lot setbacks/ easements, open space ratio, parking requirements, and accessibility.
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
All planned policies of the City Government on urban planning and urban management shall promote
the Integration of transportation and urban development as a mainstream strategy in the improvement
of commercial growth centers
The City Government shall promote policies and measures concerning participation of business sector
in developing central business districts.
Promote annual program for training and development of local front-line personnel enforcing building
and parking regulations
Stricter implementation of National Building Code on Setback and Easements and enforcement of
Accessibility Law on Building and Road Design
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Project / Program
Title: Prepare Revitalization Plan on Commercial Growth Centers
Project Description –
Component 1
Prepare Revitalization/ Master Plan/ Renewal Plan for A. Bonifacio Monument Area and LRT Line 1 North Terminal Area Conduct traffic impact and urban design study/ assessment on areas within
one (1) kilometer radius from study area Prepare Master Plan Study / Intermodal- Transport Terminal Development
Study
Capability Upgrading training Program, on Building Regulations, Urban Design, and Fundamentals of Local Development Planning
Project Description –
Component 2
Updating of Comprehensive Land Use Plan
Implementing Agency CPDD/ DPSTM/ CED/ UP-NCTS/ UP-SURP/ NHI
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
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DRAINAGE AND FLOOD CONTROL GOAL
To mitigate effect of flooding to life and property and save significantly on cost of damages from future floods,
through integrated2, systematic and viable development and implementation of drainage infrastructure
sewerage and waterways improvement plans and programs.
PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
1. Need for the preparation of a viable and operational Comprehensive Drainage Master Plan
The City Engineering Department recently drafted a proposed drainage network improvement plan that
indicates the exact location of future drainage lines in the City. However, the said Department recommended
for further spearheading engineering study on the current drainage condition of the City that includes tide
monitoring, actual run-off volume measurements and drainage capacity assessments. The study shall
eventually serve as reference for the design of future drainage system.
2. Decreasing capacity of natural surface drainages due to siltation cause by natural erosion of slopes
along rivers and unstable condition of riverbanks
Reports determine that erosion, and landslides at critical slopes, particularly in North Caloocan, periodically
occur especially during rainy season. The rising number of local population and pace of land development
reduces open spaces with vegetative cover, and eventually causes large volume of surface run-offs bringing
along topsoil along riverbanks and eventually reduces capacity of natural surface drainages. In installing
appropriate flood control measures, drainage engineers has to give consideration in stabilizing first critical
slopes along rivers.
3. Frequent flooding at low-lying areas due to Inadequate capacity of drainage system at coastal flood
plains (DDDP) and roadways, missing waterways and concrete covering of creeks and rivers
The volume of water flow on rivers and drainage system, more than its full capacity is what‟s normally called
flood flow. Even without excessive rainfall, flood occurs in the City because of inadequate capacity of existing
drainage and waterways. The said problem also affects quality of surface waters (turbidity, decline of DO level)
due to long past backfilling and flow diversion of creeks and rivers (mostly on subdivision development), along
with concrete covering of existing waterways (usually done through number of Barangay projects). Observation
also shows that existing channels or creeks constrict from their original width. These type of drainage problem
compounds flooding and require construction of additional drainage network system to compensate the loss of
original capacity.
4. Un-coordinated diggings, on all construction of roads, utilities, and drainage projects
Daily observation indicates that periodical digging and other projects doing excavation contributes to the
sedimentation of drainage channels. The coordination and scheduling of all these projects require solution
through adaptable management and coordination system at local level.
5. Untreated sewage and absence of Sewage Treatment Facility
The disposal of domestic sewage on storm drains causes pollution problem and heavy concentration of
residues at drainage channels. During consultations with the CDC TWG / functional committee, City Engineer
reported that existing Sewerage Facility in Dagat-Dagatan do not exactly serve Caloocan City making all
sewage discharging from septic tanks do not pass through any treatment facility.
2 /NOTE: Drainage plans are integrated with other local, regional and national plans on infrastructure and utilities,
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6. Need to conduct survey of boundaries along legal easements of Natural Surface Drainages (Creeks and
Waterways)
The CDC TWG Functional Committee recognizes that most existing rivers particularly in North Caloocan City
seemingly do not have any survey record on DENR Bureau of Land that would guide developers and lot
owners in developing their properties containing streams of waterways. The issue causes diversions of existing
streams of waterways along or under roadways, constructing concrete culverts, and eventually reduces the
drainage capacity of the drainage system.
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
The primary objective of flood control is to minimize as much as possible, the loss of life and property, attributable to incidence of flood. Flood control is not an absolute prevention that results to the complete absence of flood, but rather a measure that reduces damages caused by this flood. Flood control is simply a mitigating measure, characterized according into structural and non-structural standards and designs. In case of Caloocan City‟s drainage condition, structural measures recommendable include various flood embankment infrastructures, and channel improvements such as river dredging and construction of cut-off channels. Non-structural measure, such as zoning requirements and reduction of flood run-offs, are also feasible approaches in controlling flood damages. Zoning regulations and building zoning plans provide regulations that preserve right-of-ways for future drainage channels. Run-off reduction on the other hand, is usually comprised of land treatment measures such as vegetative cover, terracing and contour plowing, and construction of various water retention ponds among others.
Based on above concepts, the CDC TWG Functional Committee resolved to pursue within the following three (3) – year planning period the following objectives:
To prepare drainage and sewerage master plan / flood control program for long-term development.
To stabilize embankment along all major river systems
To improve channel capacity of all drainage lines needing improvement and remove all type of obstructions along natural drainage
To improve coordination with DPWH and Utility Companies on construction of drainages and underground utility lines
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Promote Multi-Sectoral / Multi-Agency participation in the development of a Comprehensive Drainage Master Plan
Set priority for periodical dredging and rehabilitation of damaged and dilapidated portion of main waterways / creeks
Charge damage fees to utility companies for unfinished work or road infrastructure
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Program / Project
Title: Formulation of a Comprehensive Drainage and Sewerage Master Plan
Project Description: Formation of a Technical Working Group that would set up coordination, analysis, and preparation of City Drainage Master Plan
Conduct flooding survey, drainage analysis, assessment of drainage capacity, and other similar studies
Implementing Agency CED/ DPWH/ MWSI/ CPDD/ Consultant
Funding Source Grant / Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Program / Project
Title:
Drainage Improvement and Rehabilitation Program
Project Description –
Component 1
Dredging of seven (7) creeks, Lateral / Peripheral Canals (Including Rip-Rapping of 15.00 m segment of Casili Creek)
Rip-Rapping of eight (8) creeks/ rivers/ subdivision drainages
Construction of eight (8) Box Culvert on Roads / Creeks (Including Embankment of Tullahan River)
Improvement, rehabilitation of fifty (50) road drainage Implementing Agency CED/ DPWH (TMMED)
Funding Source Grant / Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount P 518,182,068.00
Project Description –
Component 2
Acquisition of new drainage maintenance equipments
Vac-Master Siphon Truck – 1Unit
Dump truck – 1 Unit
Jack Hammer w/ 3000 psi compressor – 1 Unit
Service vehicle, - 1 Unit
Mighty Mite Road Roller – 1 Unit Implementing Agency CED
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
Project Description –
Component 3
Clearing of easements and construction of embankments along major river courses
Environmental Survey of all Household and Structures at 3.00M easement along Riverbanks
Charting and Technical Survey of legal easements along Creeks
Construct terracing, cribs and other embankment along all major river systems – Feasibility Study / Detailed Engineering
Implementing Agency ESS/ TWG-Local WAQMA Group
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
High level Particulate Matter or “soot” and “dust” on traffic congested roadways and industrial areas
Valenzuela monitoring station consistently indicates high level of particulate matter that can cause upper
respiratory illnesses to local populace, if blown by northeasterly winds during dry season. It is also important to
identify which type of industry in the City emits high level of sulfur dioxides and other industrial gas emission in
order to enforce appropriate measures. One positive approach that can be adopted is through promotion of
energy saving measure. According to a study, SO2 emission in a steel factory can be reduced to 33%through
employment of energy saving steps; by 42% through conversion to a fuel with lower sulfur content; while end-
of-pipe solutions (pollution control equipment such as scrubbers, EP‟s and filter bags) contributed only a
reduction of 25%.
Contributing role of motor vehicles in the increase of air pollution loads
Public transportation such as diesel-powered jeepneys, buses and taxis can cause serious particulate air
quality and “black smoke” problems on all the city‟s major streets.. One type of Travel Demand Measure (TDM)
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that can mitigate air pollution is the promotion of transportation modal shift from private to public mode, which
subsequently, reduces use of cars. However, achieving reduction car-volume ratio includes the development of
an attractive public transport system and effective inter-modal facilities, similarly, integration of parking facilities
near MRT and LRT terminals.
Contamination of rivers and creeks
Sewage and thrown garbage are the foremost contributors of pollution loads in rivers and creeks. The condition
of natural surface drainage, causes further contamination of water resulting to health problems and diseases.
To add, the unprotected condition of riverbank on some river system aggravates river pollution, due to soil
erosion and occupation of informal settlers. Frequent river cleanup drive and „desludging‟ of septic tanks will
quickly solve this type of pollution problem.
Absence of Database on Water and Air Quality
Currently, due to lack of database on water and air quality prevents the city government does not have the
means to determine the extent of air and water pollution within the city and eventually cannot recommend
further effective solutions to the problem.
Adaptability to Climate Change
There is a need for the city government and other line agencies, private sector to find ways to mitigate effect
and impact of climate change.
Land subsidence due to over-extraction of groundwater causing the increase of mean sea level and
tidal floods
Studies made by UP Marine Science Institute has shown that the Caloocan City particularly Monumento area
has the highest subsidence of about 1.46 meters for the past years. The continues excessive use of wells as
source of water was found to be the main cause of depletion of groundwater table causing land subsidence.
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To control air pollution source and mitigate increase level of Suspended Particulate Matters (SPM) or “soot and dust”.
To reduce pollution loads and restore natural condition of local river systems.
To establish an efficient and effective local environmental management system that includes participation of local agency and non-government organization
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To support the greening program of Caloocan City in compliance with Executive Order No. 26 s. 2011 mandating LGUs to support the National Greening Program
To promote bio-diversity conservation and climate change mitigation
To avert and mitigate effect of land subsidence
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall promote environmental protection and bio-diversity conservation as critical
policy measure towards sustainable development
Environmental policies, regulations and measures shall focus primarily on
Providing incentives for complying industry,
Promotion of pollution prevention measure rather than control,
Waste minimization and energy conservation,
Mutual consultation and coordination
Land use control
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Program / Project
Title: Environmental Management and Improvement Program
Project Description –
Component 1
Creation of City Environmental and Resource Office (CENRO)
Prepare Caloocan City Air Quality Control Action Plan
Preparation of Air Quality Control Action Plan
Implementing Agency ESS
TWG-WAQMA Group
MWSI
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
Project Description –
Component 2
Intensified Anti-Smoke Belching Campaign
Roadside smoke-belching inspection
Acquisition of smoke-belching testers, safety gears and accessories
Setting of database system on smoke-belching violations
Implementing Agency DPSTM
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
Project Description –
Component 3 Urban Greening Program
Linear Park Development
Construction and maintenance of terraces with mulch and minor trees, rip-raps, and linear parks/ promenade at critical slopes of existing riverbanks
Median/ Roadside Landscaping
Tree planting on open spaces and available roadsides Implementing Agency ESS
CENRO
CED
CPDD
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
Project Description –
Component 4
Construction of Caloocan City Plant Nursery
Hands-on training facility for Barangays, students and teachers on seedling
production technologies
Production of forest tree seedlings; fruit tree seedlings and ornaments
Implementing Agency City Parks Administration
CED
CPDD
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount P 1,363,600.00
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Solid Waste Generation
Rising volume of solid waste
Solid-waste generation-rate within Caloocan City is estimated to run up to 613.9 Tons per Day(TPD) or
224,000 Tons per Year (TPY). Converted into volume, the city is estimated to accumulate 2,178 cubic meters
of garbage per day or 794,790 cubic meters per year. The rising volume of garbage requires proportionate
added investment on waste collection and disposal.
Enforcement of system of segregation and residual collection of hospital, industrial and commercial
waste. .
Metro Manila Ordinance No. 16 classifies hospital wastes into a.) dry wastes which are non infectious; b.) wet
waste which are domestic type from hospital kitchen;, c.) sharps, d.) clinical wastes; e.) pathological wastes; f.)
chemical wastes and g.) radioactive wastes. Enforcement of the ordinance is being monitored by the Health
Operations Center (HOC) of MMDA, and there is no particular record of compliance of Hospitals within
Caloocan City. Nevertheless, proper collection of this type of waste is still not working under the current, solid-
waste-collection-system, since there is no intermediate treatment (such as incineration) available to deal with
special wastes. Other waste segregation scheme for special wastes from commercial and industrial
establishment is not encouraging, since these wastes are usually mixed with ordinary domestic waste at final
disposal
Refuse Collection Efficiency
Collection system is not capable to serve currently unassigned collection routes (inner roads).
Areas with narrow access roads are normally without any collection assignment and resorts people to throw
their garbage on creeks and rivers. Plans in this case must focus on community-based approaches in waste
collection and recovery where door-to-door collection is served through use of carts and intermediate disposal
is assigned to a transfer collection station.
Refuse collection commonly deviates from the assigned collection route boundaries and sequencing of
collection routes appears to be without any planned pattern.
Collection routes are actually fixed casually and do not have proper plans and route that can speed up
collection shifts. Municipal waste collection is more efficient if done through station to-station rather than door-
to-door, under fixed collection schedule, and with proper notice for each household.
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVES
Reduction of Solid Waste Generation Rate
To promote and facilitate reduction of domestic, commercial and industrial solid waste generation at
source
To accomplish the maximum 70% waste diversion from collected solid waste as per provision of R.A.
9266
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Refuse Collection Efficiency
To improve collection efficiency and optimize collection routes.
To plan for a more viable solid waste collection system
Refuse Transportation and Disposal
To optimize transfer of solid waste from source to disposal SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT TARGETS
Segregation and Recycling Scheme at Source
Establishment of a community-based waste recycling and public relation Center to all barangays with
collection problems
Extension of technical assistance to barangays on Solid Waste Recycling
Training for livelihood programs on Solid Waste Recycling
Consultation workshops for various institutions and establishments on Waste Minimization
Promotion of rapid composting of organic waste.
Refuse Collection Efficiency
Refuse Transportation and Disposal
Installation of two Ecological Solid Waste Management Centers and Transfer Stations to be run by
Environmental Sanitation Services (ESS).
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall promote reduction, recycling and reuse of waste material resources and
reduction of waste generation from source as critical part of local sustainable development
Promotion of Broad multi-sectoral participation at all level of local communities on aspects of waste
minimization, recycling, and recovery.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Program / Project
Title: Solid Waste Management Improvement Program
Project Description –
Component 1
Approval and Implementation of Caloocan City Solid Waste Master Plan
Implementing Agency Sangguniang Panglungsod
ESS
CENRO
Funding Source
Amount P 200,000
Project Description –
Component 2
3-Year Information campaign to all Barangays, schools, NGOs and other non-government institutions on waste collection and disposal management
Implementing Agency ESS BGY
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount P 600,000
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Program / Project
Title: Solid Waste Reduction Improvement Program
Project Description –
Component 1
Installation/ Construction of City Material Recovery & Composting Facility/ Ecological Solid Waste Management Center.
Implementing Agency ESS BGY
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount P 500,000
Project Description –
Component 2
Installation/ Construction of material recovery and composting facilities in every Barangay
Implementing Agency ESS BGY
Funding Source
Amount P 1,500,000
Project Description –
Component 3
3-Year SWM Expansion Plan Installation/ Construction of 100 material recovery and composting facilities in 100 Subdivisions
Implementing Agency ESS
HOA‟s BGY
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount P 1,957,500
Proposed Project Organize Study on Waste Minimization, Industrial/ Commercial/ Bulky waste collection, and waste product package recovery and recycling
Implementing Agency ESS
Chamber of Commerce DTI
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
Program / Project
Title: Solid Waste Collection Improvement Project
Project Description Refuse Collection Efficiency Conduct collection assessment and study (Time and Motion Study)
Implementing Agency ESS CPDD
Funding Source
Amount
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COMMUNICATION PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
POSTAL SERVICES
Large gap between required and existing number of mail centers
Standard ratio of postal center should posts to one per barangay. The lack of postal station in strategic
locations impedes communication, particularly on handling and sending printed matters, bills and other
important parcels not suitable for other mode of communications.
Lowering ratio of letter carrier to population
The total estimated requirement of 311 or 1 mail carrier per 5,000 population is not being met in the
CAMANAVA area. At present there are only 75 letter carriers serving the whole Caloocan. The inadequate
number of letter carriers further slows the postal communication services. The tightening access to this type of
communication serves as drawback for the low-income group who cannot afford to maintain other mode of
communication such as telephone. Including electronic mailing and travelling.
Lack of appropriate House numbering system
To the same extent, house-numbering system in Caloocan City affects capability of mail delivery services.
Some houses or structures still bear old numbers or do not have house numbers at all. The absence or lack of
effective house numbering system cause great disability, particularly to low-income groups who rely strongly on
postal delivery as their means of communication.
Several roads do not have street names
Along with house number, the absence of street signs in some roadways notably in alleys weakens the
opportunity for any community to be bills and notices or even by their folks and guests. Some important streets
although, sustain the same problems and cause much hardship to travelers unfamiliar with the place. The
basic marking and maintenance of signs and directions of locations in Caloocan City, for whatever purpose it
may serve, is often than not neglected, and subsequently impedes flow of communication and causes
inconvenience and loss of opportunity.
TELECOMMUNICATION
Deteriorated physical condition of some telephone lines and vandalism of panel boxes
The PLDT recognizes physical condition of some telephone poles as one of their installation problems.
However, PLDT Company is able to plan the complete restoration of these poles in the near future. Some
telephone lines dangle at low heights and remain an issue on safety of telephone installation. Problems include
deteriorated poles inside side streets not identified by PLDT.
Damage cause to underground lines due to uncoordinated digging activities of other agencies
Another management problem in telephone services is damages caused by digging activities to PLDT lines.
The damage often causes wide and long hour failure of telephone signals in some area. The deficiency of
coordinating all diggings and excavation projects in the City are worth critical attention, since it can cause
serious problems in the long run.
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OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
POSTAL SERVICES
To facilitate provision of equitable and efficient telecommunication and postal services and other type of
communication system to the public
To promote communication systems that contributes to the increase of total regional productivity and
improves accessibility to basic social services
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
To improve physical condition of utility lines above roadways
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
POSTAL SERVICES
Prioritize installation of additional mail centers, house numbering system and street signs and directions.
Support policy and measures that would improve accessibility of every Barangays from all door-to-door
parcel delivery services
TELECOMMUNICATION
To enforced color coding on cable ties/ harnesses of utility lines for easy identification of telephone
companies
To have coordination between telephone companies and the local government units regarding the
location of underground lines
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Program / Project
Title: Installation of Additional Mail Centers
Project Description Assessment of areas needing additional or expanded postal facilities/ services.
Installation of thirty (30) additional mail centers on priority areas. Implementing Agency PHILPOST / CPDD
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
Program / Project
Title:
House Numbering and Installation of Community Directional Maps
Project Description Community-based survey and assessment of areas and road networks needing Marker Billboards/ Maps and House Numbers
Implementing Agency BGYs CPDD
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Program / Project
Title:
Acquisition and installation of house numbers and street signs in target Barangays.
Implementing Agency BGY‟s
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
Program / Project
Title: Telecommunication Facilities Improvement Program
Project Description Provision of regulation on new telecommunication facilities, panel boxes and underground ducts on development of new subdivisions.
Provision of security and monitoring of condition of utility box Implementing Agency CED
CPDD (OLUZA)
BGY‟s
Funding Source Local Fund (FY 2011-2013)
Amount
WATER SERVICES PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Administrative problem of local water districts and regulations on the transfer of management to MWSI
Local Water district is currently operating in North Caloocan, particularly Bagong Silang Waterworks System.
The operation and maintenance of this type of utility service is known to bear numerous problems such as type
of charging and billing, costly maintenance expenses and administrative capability of work force.
Over extraction of groundwater resources and groundwater pollution resulting to saline water intrusion
and ground subsidence
Ground water source condition including quality needs further monitoring and study. In a fast pace
development, where there is increase of area of paved soil surfaces, recharging level of ground water becomes
unstable and consequently, excess run-off increases in volume.
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To expand operation and service of the local water district according to provided standards of MWSI
To provide viable water supply system to “underserved” areas in North Caloocan
To conduct assessments on the viability of asset or management privatization of local water district
To avert and mitigate effect of land subsidence
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Policies in improving utility services should focus on the equitable distribution of basic support services among all sectors and restraint on ground water extraction
Utilization, Conservation and development of alternative source of water such as rainfall harvesting, shall be included in all policy direction of the water sector.
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
Regulation and control of land development shall include establishing guidelines in optimizing permeable soil surface and impounding storm run-off to recharge water table.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Program / Project
Title:
Asset or management privatization of - Local Water District.
Project Description Closure plans of all wells at Malaria Area, Waterworks System and 19 Pumping
Stations and turn-over of all facilities and operation to concessionaires (MWSI)
Implementing Agency MWSI / Local Water District
Funding Source MWSI Fund
Amount
Program / Project
Title: Ground Water Protection and Conservation Project
Project Description Conducting of ground water survey and mapping
Identification and protection of existing and potential recharging zones.
Study and Design of storm run-off control structures such as recharging pits and permeable pavements.
Conduct of seminars, information dissemination on the protection of ground water management and protection
Passing of Ordinance or Resolution on the Protection and conservation of Groundwater management and mitigation of impact of land subsidence
Conduct survey and prepare study on the Installation of monitoring wells at different parts of the City
Implementing Agency CED / MWSI / NWRB / UP-Marine Science Institute/ Sangguniang Panglungsod
Funding Source Grant / Local Fund (FY 2011-2013
Amount
POWER SERVICES PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Power pilferage in some communities and lack of information in the proper and lawful installation of
power service connection.
The wide difference between residential customers and total number of households marks not only the
prevalence of multiple household dwelling system, but also the potential use of power service in absence of
any authorized service connection. The problem, according to MECO, is caused by deficiency of information on
legal power connection to households needing power services. Some of these households, to add, are informal
settlers with no rightful ownership or rights to dwell in their residences, which prevent them in securing
legitimate electric services.
Poor physical condition of some areas
Some barangay officers report presence of power poles posting hazard to the public. The risk of continuously
maintaining these poles may result to serious accidents especially during typhoon calamities or any incident
that can cause their possible fall. Proactive measures should apply on these hazard problems to prevent future
loss of life and property.
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PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES (cont‟.)
Updating of inventory of streetlights and priority street lights installations on major roads
One typical problem in any utility management is the deficiency in keeping database information. Part of this
problem is the lack of inventory update of all streetlights and power poles particularly on their exact location
and condition.
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To provide administrative assistance to MECO in the enforcement of Anti-Electricity and Electric
Transmission Lines, Materials Pilferage Act (RA 7832)
To integrate information dissemination of anti-pilfering laws and information on the process of securing
MECO power service into barangay
To prepare integrated database system on all utility services, to include power sector actual location
and condition of power facilities, priority areas for socialized electrification and public facilities with
power service account problems.
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City government shall prepare and provide information material on power sector to all barangays.
All concerned agencies shall conduct massive campaign on all types of power pilfering.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Program / Project
Title: Power Service Improvement Project
Project Description –
Component 1 Installation of Monitoring system on Power and Water Pilfering
Installation of monitoring system at ten (10) Barangays with the highest record of pilferage
Conducting of community-based symposium and seminar on Anti-Electricity and Electric Transmission Lines and Materials Pilferage Act (R.A. 7832).
Project Description –
Component 2 Comprehensive Survey and assessment of power facilities and services and street lighting project
Conduct study and prepare appropriate zoning and building control measures on the acquisition of future sites for power sub-stations, transformers and other facilities.
Implementing Agency MECO / BGY‟s
Funding Source MECO Fund
Amount
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III. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The city government shall promote sustainable growth and development of commercial and industrial
activities and shall encourage the producers to be globally competitive. This economic growth scheme shall
pursue a level of development that will serve the general welfare, offer sound opportunities for investment,
encourages business expansion and thus, more employment opportunities and increase household income.
The city government shall also encourage entrepreneurship among residents.
For a more effective implementation of programs, projects and activities on economic development, an
efficient and effective monitoring mechanism for economic development shall be institutionalized.
For the next three years, the economic development thrust shall focus on the following:
Promote, support , strengthen and encourage the growth and development of micro, small, and
medium enterprises in the city
Promote strong public-private partnership for a consistent and responsive business environment,
streamlining bureaucratic procedures and fostering transparency
Enhance investment promotion and industry development especially the identified priority sectors like,
food, garments, furniture.
Development and promotion of North Caloocan to attract investors
Intensify employment generation , preservation, facilitation and enhancement
Development of competitive manpower
Increase income of the urban poor through development of effective livelihood programs
Pursue and expand livelihood and entrepreneurship opportunities for the poor
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TRADE AND INDUSTRY GOAL
Promotion and development of micro, small and medium enterprises in the city
PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
An average of 179 business firms per year retired from 2006-2009, bankruptcy as the main reason of
retirement
Need to improve business condition of the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises of identified priority
sectors (metal/ steel. food, garments, furniture, plastic, etc.)
Limited resources
Low productivity and competitiveness
Lack of access to new technology
Failure to engage in innovation (research and development activities)
Limited access to market where their product could be displayed or sold.
Weak linkage and network development system between and among the business and government
sectors
Manufacturing activities in Caloocan decreased by 4.6% from 2007-2010
Need to support the wholesale and retailing business in the City (almost 70% of the business in the City
are engage in wholesale and retail trade).
Need to improve/ upgrade the existing physical conditions of the identified commercial and industrial
growth points like Grace Park area, Camarin, Bagumbong, etc.
Drainage, flooding
Vehicle and foot traffic congestion due to undeveloped sidewalks and narrow roads
Unfamiliarity of the investors in North Caloocan
Absence of mechanism to monitor the city‟s economic development
Insufficient data base for economic activities. (e.g. no. of employees, specific activity, asset size, gross
sales / capital, etc.)
Need for transparency, integrity and accountability in government transactions like business registration
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To support and promote micro small and medium enterprise (MSME) development
To support research and development efforts in enhancing competitiveness of various industries
To promote entrepreneurship among the residents in the city
Encourage public/ private partnership
To carry out programs to maximize business participation in supply and distribution system
To rationalize distribution of support facilities that will address the demands of commercialization of
South Caloocan and development of medium intensity industries in North Caloocan.
To provide sufficient space for the future expansion of identified commercial and industrial growth points
To improve and upgrade the infrastructure and support facilities necessary to promote various industries
in the City.
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OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS (cont‟.)
To strengthen linkages and network between and among the business and government sector to
enhance the city‟s economic development
To establish a comprehensive business database system
To improve the business environment in the city
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall promote and support entrepreneurship and sustainability of existing MSME
by coordinating with concerned agencies for the provision of credit, technology and marketing
Provide incentives in taxation, subsidies and other policies with pull economic factors which can attract
investors
City Government shall recognize the important role of the private sector as the engine of the city‟s
growth and development in the business sector
Encourage organization / strengthening of trade / industrial associations
Coordinate with the concerned national government agencies for the development of export potential
industries (e.g. garments, handicrafts, etc.) which are existing in the city
Encourage establishment of trade center in coordination with the private sector
Promote linkage between large and small firms and direct buyer – supplier matching assistance
Government should encourage the formation of new MSMEs
Industry clustering strategy is vital for linking manufacturing with other sectors.
To propose a city ordinance against shoplifting in support of the wholesale and retail business.
Maintain environment of growth points conducive to commercial and industrial development through:
Provision/ upgrading of necessary infrastructures and support facilities such as improvement of
sidewalks for foot traffic, power supply, water supply, communication facilities, road widening and
regular de-clogging of canals to prevent flooding
Intensify investor-friendly system of business registration, simplify and disseminate information on city
government business procedures
Encourage / require Business Establishments to be members of Chamber of Commerce upon business
registration.
Establish an effective monitoring system of implemented economic programs
Integrate economic programs in the approved Planning, Programming and Budgeting System (PPBS)
Yearly evaluation of implemented programs and projects , to assess efficiency and recommend
alternatives to substitute ineffective projects
Strengthen collaboration between and among government, private sector and civil society
Develop and maintain reliable business data and information system
Conduct in-depth study on the impact of major economic proposals on economic development
Collaboration with concerned agencies for the needed data
The City Government will promote a consistent and responsive policy environment and streamlining of
business registration procedures and fostering transparency
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Creation of Trade, Investment and Promotion Office Committee
Implementing Agency Office of the City Mayor
Business Permits & Licensing Office
Department of Trade & Industry
Private Sector
Proposed Project Enactment of Trade, Investment and Promotion Code
Implementing Agency Sangguniang Panglungsod BPLO
Proposed Project Establishment of Trade and Industry Center
(Display Center for North and South Caloocan)
Implementing Agency OCM
BPLO
Labor & Industrial Relations Office
Business Sector
Proposed Project Implementation of Barangay Micro Business Enterprise Act. (RA 9178 s. 2002)
Implementing Agency BPLO Sangguniang Panglungsod
Proposed Project Regular conduct of investment forum, business conferences, seminars
Implementing Agency BPLO
DTI
Department of Science & Technology
Business Sector
Proposed Project Strengthening of Small and Medium Enterprise Development (SMED) Council
Implementing Agency OCM
BPLO
CPDD
DTI
Business Sector
Proposed Project Organization / strengthening of various Trade & Industry Associations
Implementing Agency OCM
BPLO
CPDD
Business Sector
Proposed Project Trade Fairs/ Weekend Market/ Night and Flea Markets
Implementing Agency City Administrator‟s Office
LIRO
BPLO
DTI
Business Sector
Proposed Project Formulation of industry profile
Implementing Agency BPLO
DTI
Business Sector
CPDD
Proposed Project Formulation of industry profile
Implementing Agency BPLO
DTI
Business Sector
CPDD
Proposed Project Enactment of City Ordinance against Shoplifting
Implementing Agency Sangguniang Panglungsod
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Business promotion activities to encourage investments
Implementing Agency OCM
BPLO
Business Sector
Proposed Project Bantay Ekonomiya Program
Implementing Agency BPLO
Business Sector
CPDD
DTI
Proposed Project Formulation of a business directory masterlist per industry (website)
Implementing Agency BPLO
CPDD
Business Sector
DTI
Proposed Project Identification and development of areas with potential for industrial and commercial growth
Implementing Agency Executive Direction
Engineering Dept.
BPLO.
Planning (Zoning)
Proposed Project Strengthening of ONE STOP SHOP (Registration and Assistance Center)
Implementing Agency BPLO
DTI
Health / Sanitation
Fire Dept.
Engineering Dept.
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TOURISM GOAL
Development of tourism potentials of the city
PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Need to enhance the city‟s competitiveness as a tourist destination.
Unmaintained public parks
Most existing parks and open spaces are occupied by squatters. (Barrio Galino, Amparo Park,
Glorietta Park
Improvement of Andres Bonifacio Monument area
Need to identify historical sites in the city.
Absence of City Museum
Uncompetitive tourism facilities like shopping malls, accommodations, resorts, restaurants and others.
Presence of squatters in the City would be a factor for the lack of an appealing tourism image
Absence of mechanism to directly monitor tourism-related business in the City.
Insufficient database on tourism
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
Optimize the contribution of tourism to the economic growth of the city
To develop the tourism potential s of the city
To ensure safety, orderliness, cleanliness in all parks and open spaces
To preserve and promote the Bonifacio Monument Circle (associated with the City of Caloocan) as an
invaluable tribute to one of the greatest heroes of Philippine History
To identify historical sites in the city for heritage conservation
To preserve and promote Caloocan‟s cultural heritage
To encourage the development of tourism facilities in the City as per Department of Tourism standard
To optimize the contribution of tourism in the city‟s economic growth and social progress through
development and promotion of tourism related livelihood program with the support of private sector /
NGOs
To establish close linkages and cooperation with NGOs and other concerned agencies for the
promotion of tourism in the city
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Preservation of historical sites and promotion of Cultural Festivals and Events.
Promotion of the City‟s tourism potentials through intensified information dissemination like conduct of
special events such as festivals and other seasonal activities to induce travel movement and visitation
to the area
Promotion of Tourism related development project suitable for micro small and medium sized
enterprises.
Encourage the participation of the Private Sectors in maintenance of parks especially in barangays/
subdivisions
Organization of special committee to coordinate and collaborate with concerned agencies to implement
the project
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
Identification and marking of historical sites, buildings and other structures.
Consultation with local officials and concerned agencies to determine the site and the extent of the project.
Research/ study regarding significant events and people involved in historic events.
Organization of a special committee to coordinate and collaborate with concerned agencies to implement the project
Accommodations, restaurants, resorts and tourism establishments shall be enhanced and promoted.
Marketing goal to develop tourism facilities to minimize exposure to major internal and external threats to tourism.
Encourage generation of jobs or livelihood from tourism related industries
Coordinate with private sectors and other concerned agencies for the improvement of the tourism facilities in the city.
Marketing goal to develop tourism facilities to minimize exposure to major internal and external threats to tourism.
Encourage generation of jobs or livelihood from tourism related industries
Enhance the technical capability of Cultural Affairs & Tourism Services personnel for the devolution of Dept. of Tourism functions on accreditation/ licensing of tourism related business.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Enactment / Adoption of our Local Tourism Code to harness tourism-related establishments’ operations
Implementing Agency Cultural Affairs & Tourism Services Sangguniang Panglungsod
Proposed Project Publication - Share Caloocan City (Brochures, leaflets, etc.)
Implementing Agency Cultural Affairs & Tourism Services Business Sector
Proposed Project Creation of Tourism Council
Implementing Agency Cultural Affairs & Tourism Services
Division if City Schools
NGOs
Barangays
Proposed Project Development and promotion of Motorcycle Festival in the city
Implementing Agency Cultural Affairs & Tourism Services
Barangay
NGOs
Proposed Project Promotion of Pajotan Sto. Niño Festival every last Sunday of January
Implementing Agency BPLO
CATO
Business Sector
Proposed Project Promotion of Industrial Tours (Factory / Showroom Visit etc.)
Implementing Agency BPLO
CATO
Business Sector
Proposed Project Upgrading of existing condition of parks
Implementing Agency CATS
Parks Development Office
Private Sector
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Unification of Façade of the Bonifacio Monument surrounding area
Implementing Agency CATS
Parks Development Office
Engineering Department
NGOs
Proposed Project Heritage mapping and marking
Implementing Agency CATS NHI
Proposed Project Conversion of Higgins Hall PNR Administration Building into a City Museum that will serve as a depository of historical and cultural collection
Implementing Agency CATS
City Eng‟g. Dep‟t.
Division of City Schools
NGOs
Proposed Project Accreditation of tourism-related establishments and services
Implementing Agency CATS
BPLO
Health Dept. (Sanitation Svcs.)
City Eng‟g. Dept.
Proposed Project Resort development in North Caloocan especially Amparo Resort
Implementing Agency CATS
Eng‟g. Dept.
Business Sector
Proposed Project Develop local industry based tourism or “Turismo sa Bawa’t Barangay”
Implementing Agency CATS
Barangay
Private Sector
NGOs
Proposed Project Activation of Barangay Tourism Officers as counterparts in the implementation of tourism activities
Implementing Agency CATS
Barangay
Private Sector
NGOs
Proposed Project Directory on tourism business in the city.
Implementing Agency CATS
NGOs
Barangays
DOT
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LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT GOAL Increase productivity and employment PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
An unemployment rate of 12.60%% as of 2010 based on DOLE-Camanava NCR.
Lack of continuous / sustained system of program to address labor demand and supply linkage and
labor market information.
Existence of labor market demand-supply mismatches
Employment opportunities are scarce for those whose education / training does not match industry
needs
Skills do not meet the available job requirements (educated unemployed)
Lack of formal industry education to support the identified priority sectors (garment, food, furniture,
metal/ steel, etc.)
Set up and improve the necessary infrastructure and other training facilities in the city‟s training center
Close monitoring of trainees and trainors
Proliferation of unscrupulous manpower agencies and contracting agencies
Labor disputes in the workplace
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
Develop competitive manpower.
Intensify efforts in providing assistance to Out of school youth, women, and OFWs
Improve employment levels and access to employment opportunities
To develop strong linkages between the government (local & national) with private sector and other
Non-Government Organization (NGO) sectors
Addressing the job and skills mismatch
Support research and development efforts in enhancing competitiveness in various industries
Upgrading the necessary infrastructure and support facilities such as:
a. Improvement of training rooms based on TESDA training regulations
b. Water supply and proper connections
c. Well functioned drainage and regular cleaning of canals to prevent flooding
Enhancing harmonious relationship between trainees and trainers, supervisors and trainers.
Eradicate illegal recruitment in the city
Enhance the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms using conciliation – mediation of labor
cases thus enduring tripartite council
Strengthen tripartism to promote industrial peace in the city
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
It shall be the policy of the City Government to intensify employment generation, preservation,
facilitation and enhancement
Intensify the utilization of Philjobnet system to cover not just job matching facility but to make it as the
Labor Market portal of the City Government
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
Implement training programs appropriate to the demand of particular manpower skills based on the
TESD Plan
Strengthen linkages with the private sector to monitor labor demand
Minimize wastage in training resources and improve labor productivity through orchestration of activities
with the job placement programs / projects of the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) and private
enterprises
Focus on programs with high market absorption rate and training in various employment skills
Enhance features of establishment accreditation and job vacancy management
Institutionalization of Skills Registry Mapping System
Enhance career advocacy, coaching, and counseling to improve the employability of graduates
Effective gathering of relevant and timely labor market information must be instituted to serve as a guide
in formulating relevant plans and policies in resource allocation to ensure the scarce government
resource for training are directed into priority areas.
Should offer additional courses in order to meet the demand of different industry and various
employment skills. (Carpentry, High Speed, Small Engine Repair, Food Technology, etc.)
Additional outreach trainers that can reach out and train in all participating areas / barangay.
Update the learning skills of trainers in their respective field by attending seminars / training / workshop.
In need of trainer who could strengthen / enhance the reading, writing and communication skills of
trainees in order to improve their career professionalism.
. Upgrade/ acquire new training equipments needed in different courses offered.
Comfort rooms in the training center should have well functioned drainage and regular water supply
Proper water connections to all soft trade courses room. (hairdressing, beauty care, food processing,
commercial cooking and massage therapy)
Renovate the training rooms by dividing into two (2), lecture room and laboratory room.
Training rooms should be adjacent to each other so that the supervisors can easily inspect / monitor
their respective trainers and trainees.
Office of the school personnel should be in the training center, so they could attend and be aware of
trainers‟ and trainees‟ needs and problems.
Available vehicle and gasoline allowance for outreach services.
. Consultative meeting with all registered contracting and manpower agencies in the area with the end in
view of self regulation as illegal practices together with Stakeholders
To lobby with Sangguiniang Panglungsod for the issuance of an ordinance on Anti-Illegal Recruitment.
Establish industrial peace mechanism participated in by barangays, local government, private sector
and the Dept. of Labor and Employment.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Regular employment project
Job Fairs
Program for Out-of-School Youth
Program for OFWs returnees
Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES) Implementing Agency Labor & Industrial Relations Office-Public Employment Service Office
Department of Labor & Employment
Private sector
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project PHILJOBNET
Career Coaching Seminar
Labor Education for Graduating Students ( LEGS) Implementing Agency DOLE-Camanava LIRO
Proposed Project Tulong Pang hanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantage (TUPAD)
(Emergency Employment)
Implementing Agency LIRO-PESO TESDA
Proposed Project Youth Profiling for Starring Careers (YP4SC), (VocTech)
Implementing Agency LIRO-PESO TESDA
Proposed Project Registration of TVET Programs
Implementing Agency LIRO-PESO TESDA
Proposed Project Computerization of Labor Demand and Supply Linkage and Labor Market Information
Implementing Agency LIRO-PESO
DOLE
Business Sector
Non-Government Organizations
Proposed Project Implementation of Skills Registry Mapping System (SRS) down to barangay levels
Implementing Agency LIRO-PESO
DOLE
TESDA
Proposed Project Career orientation seminar for 3rd
year high school students
Implementing Agency LIRO-PESO
DOLE
TESDA
Proposed Project Updated career pamphlets as in-demand occupation through DOLE
Market Information on Job Placements thru: PESO (Public Employment Service Office) SPES )Special Program for the Employment of Students) PRPAS Job Contracting / Sub-Contracting Job Fair
Implementing Agency LIRO-PESO
DOLE
TESDA
Proposed Project Competency-Based Programs for Registered courses with WTR or NTR
Implementing Agency LIRO
DOLE
TESDA
Barangay
NGOs
Proposed Project Upgrading / rehabilitation of training centers ( North and South Caloocan )
Implementing Agency LIRO-PESO
Engineering Dept.
Proposed Project Acquisition of training equipments needed for different courses
Implementing Agency LIRO
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Creation of Task Force on Anti-Illegal Recruitment
Implementing Agency Office of the Mayor
Legal Dept
BPO
DOLE
Local PNP
LIRO
Proposed Project Enactment of the City Ordinance on Anti-Illegal Recruitment
Implementing Agency Office of the Mayor
Legal Dept
BPO
DOLE
Local PNP
LIRO
Sangguniang Panglungsod
Proposed Project Seminar / workshop of Caloocan City Tripartite Industrial Peace Council
(CCTIPC) members and offices, LRO staff and other stakeholders on
conciliation
Mediation technique
Creation of City Industrial Relations Committee
Establishment of Labor and Employment Assistance Desk.
Implementing Agency LIRO
DOLE
Barangays
Business Sector
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FAMILY INCOME AND EXPENDITURE GOAL GOAL Increase income of the city‟s poor families PROBLEM / ISSUES / CHALLENGES
Estimated families below poverty threshold: 29.56% based on 2008 Census of Population conducted by Caloocan City Government
Limited access of the urban poor to financing
Insufficient data on Cooperatives
Increasing cost of basic commodities
Insufficient database on the City‟s Informal Sector.
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
The City Government will support livelihood activities of the poor into sustainable micro enterprises.
To improve the quality of life of the urban poor
To increase income of families below poverty level
To advocate self-help income generating programs / projects.
To enhance earning potentials of poor families.
To encourage entrepreneurship
To encourage the formation of cooperatives
Develop sustained livelihood and entrepreneurship opportunities for vulnerable workers(e.g. youth, worker, non-skilled)
To expand the capital to be used for income-generating activities
To reduce dependence on and influence of the practice of usury
To establish Data base on cooperatives
To provide low cost basic commodities to the community
To intensify efforts in providing assistance to informal sector in the city
To enhance social protection program for the informal sector
To integrate the informal sector into the mainstream economy
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government will collaborate with Micro Finance Institutions to use micro finance as a tool for growth by expanding access of poor households and micro entrepreneurs to credit, savings and other financial services.
Enhance livelihood and entrepreneurial opportunities for the poor families in the city
Give priority attention the poor by broadening their access to livelihood and microfinance
Encourage public-private partnership in the conduct of livelihood programs
Encourage barangays to allot budget for effective livelihood projects that will increase income of their poor constituents.
Integrate economic programs – coops in every barangay in the approved Planning, Programming and Budgeting System
Encourage the residents and workers to organize cooperatives
Coordinate with concerned agencies for comprehensive date on cooperatives
. Intensify partnership among LGUs, NGAs and private sector for the provision of affordable basic
commodities to the community
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
Enhance food productivity to city residents especially the poor families
. Enhance and recognize the role of the Informal Sector in the City‟s economy.
The city government shall enhance social protection program such as social security, health insurance,
etc. for the informal sectors in the city
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Livelihood and skills training with product development, marketing and financial assistance
Implementing Agency LIRO–CCMTC
TESDA
DTI
People‟s Credit & Finance Corp.
Land Bank of the Phils.
Small Business Corp.
Proposed Project Establishment of Livelihood Display Center in barangays
Implementing Agency LIRO
CSWD
CDA
TESDA
NGOs
Barangay
Proposed Project Night and Flea market
Implementing Agency City Administrators Office
LIRO
BPLO
Barangay
NGOs
Proposed Project Implementation of City Ordinance No. 0239 (Creation of Cooperative Development Office)
Implementing Agency Office of the Mayor
Sangguniang Panlungsod
CDA
Cooperative Dev‟t Council
Proposed Project Implementation of City Ordinance 0432 s. 2007 (Fixing at P300.00 charges of coops)
Implementing Agency BPLO
Office of the Mayor
CDA
Cooperative Dev‟t Council
Proposed Project Implementation of Integrated Livelihood Program Towards Community Enterprise Development at barangay level
Implementing Agency LIRO
DOLE
Barangays
Proposed Project Encourage organization of cooperatives in barangays
Organization of Workers Cooperative
Strengthening of Cooperative Development Council Implementing Agency Office of the City Mayor
Liga ng mga Bgy.
Cooperative Dev‟t. Authority
Cooperative Dev‟t. Council
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Formulation of Coops profile
Coops Directory
Implementing Agency Office of the City Mayor
CDCC
City Planning
BPLO
CDC
CDA
Barangays
Proposed Project Establishment of a modern slaughterhouse and food terminal / bagsakan center
Implementing Agency City Administrator‟s Office
Parks Adm. (Agricultural Svcs. Div.)
Dept. of Agr.
DTI
Industry
NGO
Proposed Project Rolling stores
Implementing Agency City Administrator‟s Office
Parks Adm. (Agricultural Svcs. Div.)
Dept. of Agr.
DTI
NGO
Proposed Project Promotion of backyard and container gardening/ livestock raising especially in North Caloocan
Implementing Agency OCM
Parks Adm. (Agricultural Svcs. Div.)
Dept. of Agr.
DTI
NGO
Proposed Project Strengthening of the City Price Coordinating Council
Implementing Agency City Administrator‟s office Dept. of Trade & Industry
Proposed Project Promotion and development of organic products in Caloocan
Implementing Agency OCM
Parks Adm. (Agricultural Svcs. Div.)
Dept. of Agr.
Barangay
Proposed Project Profiling of the city’s informal sector (vendors, home-based worker, etc.)
Implementing Agency OCM
Bgy. Sec.
Liga ng mga Bgy.
Social Welfare Dept.
NGOs
Proposed Project Program for the Promotion and Protection of the Informal Sector
Implementing Agency OCM
City Social Welfare Day
NGOs
SSS
Philhealth
CDA
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IV. SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
The City Government will continuously pursue its commitment to provide equitable and sustainable
delivery of basic social services. Thus, it shall endeavor to achieve the following in the next six years:
Strong partnership with government agencies, non-government organizations, the business community and civil society in the construction of low cost housing units. The Community Mortgage Program and Relocation Program of the city shall be strengthened to address the housing needs and change the way the less fortunate lives.
Maintenance of a peaceful and orderly community to sustain its bustling economy by intensifying the present system in the enforcement of laws especially the peace and order situation in the city. Barangay officials, private individuals, non-government organizations and other sectoral groups shall be involved in the monitoring and enforcement activities.
Mainstreaming of Local Disaster Risk Reduction Management in all programs and projects of the
City.
Development by the education sector of a new breed of enlightened, competent and empowered administrators, teachers and non-teaching personnel who possess integrity, dedication and commitment in the delivery of effective services to the Filipino child. It shall also establish strategic alliances and harmonious working relationships with the various publics to achieve unity, productive collaboration and strong linkages with them. Thus, it shall equip all learners with knowledge, skills, competence and values necessary for active and successful participation in an evolving society.
Establishment of Alternative Learning System (ALS) at the barangay level and inclusion of the
program in Barangay Development Plan is also encouraged in order to attain the goal of Education For All (EFA).
Provision of the health and social welfare sector of the necessary health facilities and equipment
in order to deliver the most efficient basic services. Ensure that health care assistance shall be provided to every Caloocan residents, the underprivileged and the vulnerable groups most especially the children.
Encouragement of the citizen‟s participation in sports activities in order to produce a healthy and
sound community. Hence, the city will provide a public sports and recreational center that suits the needs and desires of sports enthusiasts and those who cannot afford commercial sports facilities. Hence, upgrading of the existing condition of playgrounds shall be pursued.
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HOUSING GOAL
Provision of affordable and decent settlement to meet the demand of Caloocan residents most especially the
marginal families.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Need to institutionalize the Caloocan City Housing Board
Absence of Comprehensive Local Shelter Plan
In and out migrants are not monitored in the barangay level
Lack of socio economic profile for informal settlers
Inadequate provision of shelter especially for the following:
a. City government employees
b. Low salaried workers
c. Informal settlers
Outdated inventory of sites intended for socialized housing project
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To strengthen the Caloocan City Housing Board that will formulate policies, undertake housing
programs and tap adequate sources of financing
To facilitate the effective and efficient delivery of housing as a basic human needs
To intensify the housing program of the city
To promote “self-help approach” in settlement development
To formulate a comprehensive local shelter plan which will provide information on the analysis of the
present local housing situation
To update the existing list of urban poor families
Strengthen database for informal settlers
Strengthen monitoring system for informal settlers at the barangay level
To increase the participation of private institutions and non-government organizations through
investment of their funds in-house financing
To increase the participation of private institutions and non-government organizations in providing
shelter to the identified housing beneficiaries
Update inventory of land and sites for socialized housing projects
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Undertake a sustained and responsive, continuing housing program in cooperation with the private
sector
Prioritize the improvement of its capability in undertaking housing programs and projects
Implement the Comprehensive Local Shelter Plan
Promote equitable access to housing services by the underprivileged and homeless constituents
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
Promote corporate housing for employees
Strengthen linkages with concerned housing agencies
Promote security of tenure to housing beneficiaries and protect the welfare of small land property owners
Strictly implement the provision of 20% socialized housing for subdivision projects
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Regular convening of the Caloocan City Housing Board
Technical capability upgrading of the members of the Board
Incorporate livelihood program for the displaced/relocated families during the Local Health Board sessions
Implementing Agency Caloocan City Local Housing and Urban Development Board
Proposed Project Formulation of a Comprehensive Local Shelter Plan
Implementing Agency UPAO
Local housing Board
City Engineering Dep‟t.
City Planning and Dev‟t. Dep‟t.
Proposed Project Development of the area will discourage mobility of the population (roads, water, Meralco, etc.)
Solicit the assistance of the barangay in profiling informal settlers
Identification and registration of potential socialized housing beneficiaries
Census/data gathering, masterlisting and profiling of informal settler
Establishment of a system to monitor in-out migrants and informal settlers in the City
Implementing Agency Urban Poor Affairs Office (UPAO)
Barangay
City Planning and Dev‟t. Dep‟t.
Caloocan Health Dep‟t. (CHD)
Cal. City Social Welfare Dep‟t.
Nat‟l. Gov‟t. Agencies (NHA, PNR)
Proposed Project Construction /provision of low-cost and affordable housing for salaried workers thru CMP, Gawad Kalinga and other government instrumentalities
Relocation and resettle of informal settlers to government resettlement projects
Review status of Camarin lots for disposition (Camarin I and II project site)
Enhance administration of amortization and property tax of awarded lots
Acquisition/purchase of land for : City Employee‟s Housing Project Community Mortgage Program Gawad Kalinga
Assistance to urban poor families/informal settlers displaced by government projects or evicted through court order thru relocation and resettlement programs
Implementing Agency Caloocan City Local Housing Board
UPAO
National Housing Authority (NHA)
Private Sector
National Home Mortgage Finance Corp
Housing and Urban Development Council (HUDCC)
Proposed Project Identification of sites for socialized housing beneficiaries
Acquisition of lands for public housing (for expropriation) Implementing Agency Committee on Real Estate, Landed
Estate Subdivision
UPAO
City Assessor‟s Office
Office of Land Use and Zoning Administration
CPDD
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EDUCATION GOAL
Provision of high quality and relevant education to Caloocan residents needs and conditions in order to produce productive and responsible citizens of tomorrow.
BASIC EDUCATION
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Insufficient public pre-school program
Uneven distribution of teachers
Lack of updated textbooks and other reference material
Classroom shortage
Need to upgrade the educational facilities and equipment of the schools
Need for functional laboratories and ancillary rooms
Insufficient functional comfort rooms
Low achievement level
High percentage of non- readers and/or reading without comprehension among students
Need for functional math laboratories / learning centers
Poor working relationship among colleagues, co-teachers & students club officers
Need for environmental awareness, especially on the current state of the environment, which is in consonance with the goals of the National Greening Program of the government
A need to enhance Support System in Education through Home-School Collaboration
A need for instructional materials to be accomplished by the learners to help them master skill which they were able to develop during regular classroom teaching Food security to fight malnutrition
Unconcerned parents regarding the performance of their children
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To promote child care and development
To promote access and democratization of basic education in child-friendly schools
To improve the values formulation of school age going children
To provide teachers, school heads, supervisors and non-teaching staff to pursue continuing education and training for personal and professional growth
To achieve the ideal teacher-student ratio of 1:50 for quality delivery of education
To provide updated textbooks and other reference materials
To eliminate 3-shift classes
To provide competitive physical facilities and equipment
To improve the science and technical environment
To have a clean and healthy environment
To improve the academic achievement of the Division
To improve academic achievement on basic education
To eradicate non-readers and improve the comprehension skills of slow learners
To develop a Reading Program that will address the weaknesses of the students in reading particularly in comprehension and study skills
To develop love among people
To bring Math instructional more meaningful other than in the classroom
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OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS (cont‟.)
To foster camaraderie among teachers in the Division
To expose teachers with learning Math outside the classroom
To develop environmental awareness and protection among teachers, students and parents of
Caloocan; and correspondingly carry out corrective and affirmative action to address threats of climate
change and global warming
To establish non-traditional, innovative, practical and interactive strategies in teaching science and
health in the elementary level
To strengthen foundation to undergo experimental learning process/exploration involving parents and
the community as a whole
Provide an opportunity for the school children, parents and teachers to realize the fun side of learning
science and technology concepts
Produce a Source Book on Do-It –Yourself (DIY) Science Equipment
Forge team spirit among school children, parents, teachers and other members of the community
To develop intervention learning materials meant to re-teach the least-mastered concepts (s) and skill
(s) in science
Raise mastery level and learning proficiency of the students
To provide teachers intervention materials which they can make used of in re-teaching the least
mastered skills
Establish seeds/seedling propagation nurseries and vegetable gardens to serve as ready source of
vegetables for sustainable school-based feeding program
To involve parents in the learning process of their children
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Implement a preschool national curriculum
Integrate early child care and development in the educational process to influence the child‟s
intellectual, emotional, social and physical development
Engage parents in school activities and training that will enable them to implement effective preschool
instructional programs
Provide all learners access to preschool and basic education to give them opportunities to engage in
productive learning
Provide quality education to primary and secondary education
Provide preschool teachers with training opportunities to enable them to implement competent
preschool instructional programs
Adopt modern technologies to upgrade the quality of instruction
Equip the science, physics, language, audio-visual rooms with the necessary instructional materials
Equip schools, particularly in the secondary level, adequate number of computers and other
technological tools.
Equip schools adequate wash basins and functional comfort rooms
Develop the reading skills of the pupils
Develop a Division Reading Program
Develop a Mentoring/Training Program for teachers of Reading
Implement Sa Aklat Sisikat Reading Program
Provide Math instruction through IT facilities, and use of Math paraphernalia
Organize and make functional Math clubs
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
Introduce outdoor Math Instruction
Integrate in science subject in all grade levels environmental education to help learners acquire basic understanding of how environment functions
Examine major environmental issues from the school and community so that teachers, students and parents receive insights into the environmental conditions of their own place and the planet as a whole
Train teachers to use broad array of educational approaches in teaching environmental education with emphases on practical activities and first hand experiences
Conduct an Annual Division Science Sleep-Over for teachers, students, parents- this is a two-day live-in training workshop on effective science teaching with outdoor team-building science related activities at a selected venue
Conduct seminar-workshop for teachers on how to develop SIM
Produce enough SIM for the use of students Equip schools with the basic skills for gardening and preparing food for feeding
Engage parents in school activities and training that will enable them to implement effective school programs
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Implementation of the preschool national curriculum program
Expansion of the existing programs of the following:
Functional preschool classes
Special Education Centers for Handicapped and Special Children
Madrasah classes for Muslim pupils
Implementing Agency Department of Education Division of City Schools-Caloocan
Proposed Project Conduct training / seminar-workshop in different learning areas before the
beginning of the school year and during the school year
Conduct of the following:
School Administration and Empowerment Program
Supervisory Skills and Instructional Leadership Program for
Supervisors
Teacher Development Programs in Different Subject Areas
Implementing Agency Department of Education
Division of City Schools-Caloocan
Caloocan City Government
Proposed Project Hiring of additional teachers/personnel to compensate the manpower backlog
Implementing Agency Department of Education
Division of City Schools-Caloocan
Caloocan City Government
Local School Board
Proposed Project Provision of updated textbooks and other reference materials
School Building Construction, Rehabilitation and Upgrading Program
Construction/provision of additional pre-school facilities in every public
schools
Implementing Agency Department of Education
Division of City Schools-Caloocan
Caloocan City Engineering Dep‟t.
Local School Board
Committee on Education
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Construction/provision of science laboratories and ancillary rooms in all primary / secondary schools.
Construction of Planetarium
Construction / upgrading of wash basins and comfort rooms in all primary/secondary schools
Implementing Agency Caloocan City Government
Local School Board
Committee on Education
Private Sector
Division of City Schools
City Engineering Department
Proposed Project Conduct of the following:
ENGLISH/FILIPINO
School Readiness Assessment (SRA) for Grade 1 entrants
Project DREAM (Division Reading Enhancement and Mentoring Program)
“Aklat” (Aklat… Kaibigan ng lahat, Abot-Kamay ang Tagumpay)
Sa Aklat Sisikat Reading Program
MATH
Math-Aral Tayo
Put-up Math laboratories / Math Learning Centers
MATH CAMP
CMG Towards RECOM (Camping in Math Gears toward Revitalized classes
in Math)
SCIENCE Formulation of a comprehensive environmental education curriculum
Conduct training/seminar workshop on the current state of the environment
and the ways on how teachers, students and parents can help save the planet
Establishment of: “TREE” in Caloocan”-Towards a Revitalized Eco-Friendly
Environment in Caloocan-which aims to provide teachers, students and
parents with opportunities to connect with themselves, their community and
their local environment through hands-on, real-world learning experiences
and correspondingly carry out corrective actions to address the threats of
climate change and global warming
Implementing Agency Division of City Schools Caloocan City Government
Proposed Project BALIKATANG TAHANAN AT PAARALAN Division Science Sleep-Over
SIM - Strategic Intervention Materials
EDUKASYON PANTAHANAN AT PANGKABUHAYAN (EPP)
Nutrition Education
Nutrition concepts are integrated in the elementary and secondary
curricula
Conduct training/seminar on greening technology to teachers to ensure
effective and sustainable program implementation
Development and Distribution of IEC (Information Education Communication)
materials
OTHER ACTIVITIES: Conduct analysis of test results and identification of the least mastered skills
by subject area
Tie-ups with colleges and universities to direct community service to tutorial
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services in public
Quarterly Achievement Tests
Full implementation of SIKAT (Simulan ang Karunungan sa Tahanan
Program)
Implementing Agency DepED Division of City Schools
Liga ng mga Barangay
Sangguniang Kabataan
Committee on Education
ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Insufficient funds and manpower
Lack of ALS Community Learning Centers (CLC) (School Based and Community Based)
Lack of ALS Mobile Literacy Van to raise awareness and provide access to the government‟s
development activities for oneself and the community
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To provide alternative education for out-of-school youths and unemployed/ underemployed adults
Envisioned to provide ICT-enhanced educational opportunities for Filipino Out-of-School Youth and
Adults
To provide the necessary infrastructure and facilities for the curricular offerings and other development
programs
To provide competitive physical facilities and equipment
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Provide out-of-school youths, adults and retirees of opportunities for continuing education and training
that will qualify them for worthwhile undertakings in the fields of work and community services
Provide out-of-school youths and unemployed/under-employed adults with training opportunities to
equip them with knowledge, skills and competencies that will qualify them to successfully engage in the
field of work
Establish linkages with the business sectors in providing on-the-job training for youths and adults
Establish strategies alliances and harmonious working relationships with barangays and other
stakeholders to achieve productive collaboration of extension programs to both ends
Capacitate the Sangguniang Kabataan(SK) and Barangay Officials with the needed knowledge, attitude,
values and skills (KAVS) in managing the ALS program/projects effectively
Expand the delivery of the ALS Programs/Projects to Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Barangay Officials
toward the attainment of the goals of EFA (Education for All)
To help reduce the digital device and enhance the capacity of the individuals to be successful
participants in a global and knowledge-based economy
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Provision of additional ALS Mobile and ALS District Coordinator
Promote ALS AGAP Literacy Volunteers
Inclusion of ALS in Barangay Development Plan
Establish ALS at the barangay level
Establishment/provision of ALS class in every elementary/secondary school
Conduct massive information dissemination drive of the programs offered by the ALS
Conduct Training for SK and Barangay Officials on implementation of ALS Program
Construction of ALS Community Learning Center (CLC) for the North District
Provision of additional CLC
Install and put into operation an ALS Mobile Literacy van in the barangay to sustain the literacy and continuing education gains among learners
Establish Eskwela E-learning Program Division Office Community Learning Center (CLC) Barangay and School Based
Computer Literacy for Out-of-School Youth
Implementing Agency Dep‟t of Education
Division of City Schools
Liga ng mga Barangay
Committee on Education
TERTIARY EDUCATION
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Lack of classrooms, educational facilities and equipment in University of Caloocan City (North and
South)
Lack of UCC vehicles for monitoring and supervision functions
Lack of full time teaching and non-teaching positions in the UCC
Inadequate training program for teaching and non-teaching personnel
Weak coordination and linkages between schools and concerned industry / agencies regarding
matching curricular offerings with job openings
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To install and functionalize science, audio-visual, language centers/ laboratories, etc.
To provide updated books, teaching materials, equipment and supplies
To provide additional manpower to compensate manpower backlog
To increase teacher competencies
To promote quality and excellence of staff and graduates
To promote and sustain relevant and responsive courses offered
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Support the modernization program to meet the demands for educational technologies and
advancement
Equip typing and computer rooms with adequate number of computer machines, other technological
tools, equipment and air-conditioning units
Update the computer education technology every now and then to prepare the graduates to meet the
needs of the industry
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
Recruit staff with highly developed expertise of specialization
Adopt an effective system of recruitment and on-the-job training for mathematics, science and
technology teachers for sustainable development of their knowledge and skills
Require masteral and doctoral degrees among faculty applicants who are expected to be experts in
their fields of endeavor
Conduct training that will influence the student‟s intellectual, emotional, social, physical, cultural and
spiritual development
Encourage teachers, school heads, supervisors and non-teaching staff to pursue continuing training for
personal and professional growth
Examine and update curricular offerings as to their relevance to current needs
Coordinate with industrial and commercial establishments to facilitate placement and employment of
graduates.
Pursue partnership relations among institutions of learning and industry
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Transfer of the present University of Caloocan City to a more spacious campus/site
Full utilization of the New Building (RECOM) with 16/32 classrooms (On-going installation of HRM and science laboratories) – Camarin, North Caloocan
Construction/rehabilitation of school building, rooms, centers, equipments and other facilities.- (Additional building (Administration and Academic Bldg. In Camarin, North Caloocan is in planning stage)
Acquisition of advanced and updated equipment and instructional materials
Provision of vehicles for the use of school personnel in monitoring and supervision functions (approved requests for additional vehicles in progress)
Hiring of additional teachers, school personnel and qualified mentors
Re-evaluation of qualified faculty members for possible permanent positions
Re-ranking of part time faculty members is on-going Training materials under evaluation
Seeking budget/financial requirements for training programs for qualified teaching/non-teaching staff
Train continuously teachers. school heads, supervisors and non-teaching staff (All departments / college are instructed to hold their seminars/ trainings in-and-out campus within the school year to be participated by all faculty members under the said department)
(Academic office is given instruction to coordinate with CHED with regards to training programs, scholarships and grants offered by the said institution)
Create a body that will review curricular offerings in all schools (Linkages between schools and agencies is still under study) Committee assigned for curricular offerings matching with industry demands
Conduct of career orientation Implementing Agency Commission on Higher Education
University of Caloocan City (UCC)
Caloocan City Engineering Dep‟t.
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OTHER EDUCATIONAL CONCERNS
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Deteriorating library facility
Insufficient manpower
Lack of updated books, equipment and instructional and learning materials
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To upgrade the city public library
To renovate and upgrade the existing library
To attain the ideal ratio of one librarian and one support staff for every 50,000 population
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Maintain an exchange of data and information for a workplace research program
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Renovation/upgrading of South Caloocan Library
Hiring of additional 30% manpower to man the public library
Establishment and maintenance of book mobile – a library service to depressed areas
Acquisition of additional reference materials, computers and other technological tools
Implementing Agency Cultural and Tourism Office (CATO)
City Engineering Department (CED)
Division of City Schools
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HEALTH GOAL
To provide an equitable delivery of basic health services
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Insufficient health and hospital facilities
Lack of medical supplies and medicines for hospitals and health centers
Inadequate funds for the supply of Vitamin A , iron supplements, family planning contraceptives and TB
drugs
Insufficient number of city‟s health manpower (doctors, nurses, nutritionists, dentists, sanitary
inspectors, barangay nutrition scholars)
High population growth rate of 2.23%
High out of pocket expenses of Caloocan residents for medical/health services
Highly congested public cemeteries
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To build additional health facilities and equipment
To repair and rehabilitate the existing health centers
To establish Barangay Health Stations for small barangays with a population of 5,000 and less
To rehabilitate the existing Lying-in/Birthing homes
To build two additional lying-in to complement the three existing ones in highly dense and populated
barangay
To make available basic and modern medical supplies and medicines
To commit LGU counterpart to donations/supplies given by DOH and other stakeholders
To provide additional 30% of existing manpower to attain the ideal ratio of health manpower to
population
MD 1:20,000 population Nurse 1:10,000 population MedTech 1:50,000 population Midwife 1:5,000 population Dentist 1:20,000 population Nutritionist 1:50,000 population S.I. 1:20,000 population BNS 1:5,000 population
To promote the attainment of small family size
To promote the awareness, acceptance and demand for family planning program and family planning
related services
To reduce the out of pocket expenses related to all health services provided by the LGU hospitals,
health centers and birthing homes
To propose a City Ordinance that requires PhilHealth accreditation of health facilities for issuance of
Mayor‟s Permit
To preserve the respect for the dead by maintaining the three (3) cemeteries of the city
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Development of health facilities program that will prioritize the construction, rehabilitation and upgrading
of health facilities and birthing homes
Updated and latest treatment guidelines of diseases and their prevention
Commitment to holistic public health services from advocacy, communication and definitive treatment
Review and update existing plantilla plan
Streamline manpower according to department mandates
Family planning shall be widely promoted as a means to improve women‟s health
More men participate and share responsibility in limiting family size
Secure adequate mechanisms for funding allocation and its effective utilization
PhilHealth accreditation of all public and private hospitals, birthing homes, health centers and other
medical facilities
PhilHealth accreditation of all health providers, (MDs, Midwives, Dentists) in the city
Continuous renewal of PhilHealth accreditation of health facilities and providers
Draw architectural plan for more functional use of space in the three cemeteries
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Upgrading of the Pres. Diosdado Macapagal Memorial Medical Center
Construction of Caloocan Medical Center in North Caloocan complete with modern operating rooms/equipment, ICU, CCU blood bank, dialysis section, malnutrition ward and PhilHealth wards
Establishment of Physical and Rehabilitation Therapy for post stroke patients to regain their motor functions in order to become productive citizens
Establishment of employee’s clinic, social hygiene clinic and pharmacy section in North Caloocan
Construction of new health centers to be able to meet the standard of one Health Center or Barangay Health Station for every barangay
Rehabilitation and expansion of existing health centers to be able to meet the PhilHealth accredited facilities for OPB, MCH and DOTS
Implementing Agency Department of Health
Caloocan Health Dep‟t.
City Engineering Dep‟t.
Non-Government Organizations
Proposed Project Procurement of up-to-date hospital equipment and instruments
Upgrading of Mobile Clinic as Health Center on Wheels to include X-ray and mini OR
Acquisition of additional ambulance and other emergency transport system
Purchase of health equipment and office equipment for the existing and new health centers and for the following sections: a. Employees Clinic b. Social Hygiene Clinic c. Laboratory Section d. Pharmacy Section e. Lying-in/Birthing Homes
Implementing Agency Department of Health
Caloocan Health Dep‟t.
City Engineering Dep‟t.
Liga ng mga Barangay
Non-Government Organizations
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project On-loan equipment, in partnership with reagent/consumable suppliers
High quality, generic drugs
Deal contract with multi-national drug companies, such as free equipment,
supplies for a certain amount like glucometer, nebulizer, etc.
Pass Sanggunian Resolution allowing the purchase of branded medicines
Implementing Agency Department of Health
Caloocan Health Dep‟t.
Non-Government Organizations
Sangguniang Panlungsod
Proposed Project Procure LGU counterpart of Vit. A and iron supplements for children and
pregnant lactating mothers
Make available medicine for public health program of the city
Increase the detection of TB patients in the community by active case
finding
Establish more Microscopy Centers to cater to more patients needing
sputum exam
Strict implementation of TB-DOTS
Increase the cure rate of TB patients with adequate provision of TB
medicines and monitoring
Implementing Agency Caloocan Health Dep‟t.
Sangguniang Panlungsod
Dep‟t. of Health
Proposed Project Hiring of additional health manpower/personnel to compensate manpower
backlog and to man the new health centers birthing homes
Establish close linkages and networking with government agencies
regarding the provision of additional manpower, health facilities and medical
equipment
Strengthen technical capabilities of health personnel through continuous
training and seminar workshops
Ensure improvement in the delivery of basic services by proper and
established/well in placed referral system among health facilities
Maximize the utilization of existing human resources like community
volunteers and barangay health workers in the delivery of health services
Intensification of Family Planning Program especially in depressed areas
Procure/purchase family planning commodities
Conduct Natural and Artificial Family Planning Methods of Family Planning
Seminar
Train advocates on Responsible Parenthood
Conduct Buntis Congress, Men as Partners in Reproductive Health
Congress and Children’s Congress
Implementing Agency Department of Health
Caloocan Health Dep‟t.
Non-government Organizations
(NGOs)
Government Organizations (GOs)
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project 100% PhilHealth coverage of all indigent families listed under the NHTS
Advocate for more sponsored PhilHealth cards from the Local Chief
Executive (LCE), Congressmen of the 2 districts, Councilors and other
NGOs and GOs
Continuous education of the cardholders of the benefits of PhilHealth to
increase the utilization rate
Implementation of PhilHealth Circular as to Packages and No Balance Billing
Policy
Implementing Agency Caloocan Health Dep‟t
Dep‟t of Health
Dep‟t of Social Welfare Development
Dep‟t of the Interior and Local
Government
Sangguniang Panlungsod
Proposed Project Review existing lot and Multi Storey Tomb (MST) owners
Build and upgrade MSTs
Establishment of public crematorium
Upgrading and improvement of the following: a. Sangandaan Cemetery b. Bagbaguin Cemetery c. Tala Cemetery
Implementing Agency Caloocan Health Dep‟t City Engineering Dep‟t.
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SOCIAL WELFARE AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GOAL
Development of the well-being of the disadvantaged social groups in the City by becoming productive and self-
reliant through the provision of essential social welfare services in partnership with private sectors.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Lack of manpower and facility resources
No comprehensive program for disabled persons, child laborers and abused children and women
Lack of women‟s desk in the different barangay office
Lack of day care centers in order to meet the standard requirement of one day care center for every
barangay
Absence of day care center for children of government employees
Lack of data on GAD related information
Inactive Barangay Council for the Protection of Children (BCPCs)
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To provide additional 30% of the existing manpower
To come up with a comprehensive plan for disabled persons, child laborers and abused children and
women
To raise the level of awareness of the citizenry on their mutual responsibilities in the effective
implementation of social development pro-grams, projects and services
To establish and maintain good working relationships with non-government organizations, government
agencies, private sector and barangay units regarding the implementation of programs and projects
To establish additional women‟s desk to attend to increasing number of complaints on violence against
women and children
To establish additional day care centers to meet the standard ratio of one day care center for every
barangay
To establish a day care center for the children of Caloocan City employees who are six years old and
below
To come up with a data bank of clientele information and productive resources
To establish a monitoring and evaluation system that would ensure the protection of the child and data
based generation
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall focus more effective social welfare programs/projects on underprivileged
residents by provision of adequate manpower and social welfare facilities to enhance the delivery of
social services
Enforcement of the implementation of the Magna Carta Law for Disabled Persons – R.A. 7277 and B.P.
344 or the Accessibility Law
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
Enhancement of partnerships between agencies, non-government organizations and private sectors,
who provide financial and service support to the community
Coordinate with the barnagay officials for the establishment of women‟s desk
Development of strong working relationship and close coordination with the barangays regarding the
establishment of day care centers
Coordinate with the barangay officials for the establishment of day care center
Survey on the following:
employees needing Day Care services for their children
employees with 6 years old and below enjoying day care services
policies and guidelines with regards to management
baseline data as to the work performance of employees with children 6 years old and below
Conduct survey on profile of clients
Necessitate the city government to comply with Section 28 of RA 8250, otherwise known as Gender
Responsive Projects of the General Appropriations Act of 1997, to set aside a minimum amount of five
percent (5%) of their appropriation to be used for projects designed to address gender issues in
accordance with RA 7192
Advocacy for the institutionalization of Barangay Council for the Protection of Children
Coordination and collaboration with the concerned agencies regarding orientation and re-training of
barangay on BCPC
Coordinate with concerned agencies regarding the provision of additional social workers
Conduct of trainings/ seminars for the newly hired personnel
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Hiring of additional social workers
Implementing Agency City Social Welfare Department
Proposed Project Creation of a City Council for the Welfare of Persons with Disabilities and Youth Council (Office of Person with Disability Affairs).
Continuous conduct survey and profiling of Persons with Disability (PWD)
Advocacy on: R.A. 9262 or the Anti Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 R.A. 9257 or the Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003 R.A. 9344 or the Comprehensive Juvenile and Welfare system
Solo Parent Act Implementing Agency City Social Welfare Dep‟t.
Committee on Women & Family
Committee for Disabled/ Special People
Committee on Youth and Sports Development
Caloocan City GAD Council
Proposed Project Establishment of Women’s Desk in every barangay
Construction of additional day care Centers
Tap NGOs for other supplies and equipment Implementing Agency City Social Welfare Department
Committee on women & Family
Liga ng mga Barangay
Caloocan City GAD Council
Local Council for the Protection of Children (LCPC)
Non-government Organizations
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Establishment of day care center for government employees as embodied in A.O. No. 241 (Guidelines in the Establishment of Day Care Centers in Government and Private/Industrial Offices)
Implementing Agency City Social Welfare Department
City Engineering Dep‟t.
Liga ng mga Barangay
GAD Council
Proposed Project Data banking on client served, resources responsive to GAD welfare concerns Continuous training on Gender Sensitivity for council members, barangay officials and community leaders
Implementing Agency City Social Welfare Dep‟t GAD Council
Proposed Project Conduct trainor’s training to organize trained facilitators and trainors to help in advocating Gender and Development
Advocacy on the integration of gender-sensitivity and/or women concerns in training programs for barangays
Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation of GAD programs and projects
Implementing Agency City Social Welfare Dep‟t.
Caloocan City GAD Council
Liga ng mga Barangay
Dep‟t. of the Interior and Local Gov‟t. (DILG)
Proposed Project Institutionalized the Barangay Council for the Protection of Children
Conduct orientation and re-training of barangays on BCPC
Rally for full implementation or compliance with laws such as: RA 8972 or the Solo Parents Act of 2000 RA 8505 An Act Providing Assistance and Protection for Rape Victims
Implementing Agency CSWD
DILG
Liga ng mga Barangay
LCPC
ELDERLY (SENIOR CITIZENS)
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Lack of manpower and facility
Health problems of the elderly
Abuse of the elderly
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To provide additional social workers to compensate manpower backlog
To provide PhilHealth cards to qualified senior citizen
To conduct seminar for relatives and community coordinators for the care of the elderly
To provide necessary assistance for abused elders
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Coordinate with concerned agencies regarding the provision of social workers
Conduct of trainings/seminars for the newly hired personnel
Regular check-up and home visits will be conducted to senior citizens with health problems
Enhancement of partnership for the protection of the elderly
Monitor/report to the police incidence of elderly abuse in the barangay
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Hiring of additional social workers and social welfare assistants for the
elderly
Provision of PhilHealth Cards
Home care service
Establishment of Senior Citizens’ Center both in North and South Caloocan
as mandated by RA 7876 otherwise known as the Senior Citizens Center Act
of the Philippines
Creation of Council for the Protection of the Elderly Persons in every
barangay
Provide training seminars on:
Determining elderly abuse
Rights of elderly persons
Handling cases of elderly abuse
Implementing Agency City Social Welfare Department
Caloocan Health Dep‟t.
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PROTECTIVE SERVICES
GOAL
To improve the present system in the enforcement of laws to address the peace and order situation in the City.
POLICE AND JAIL MANAGEMENT
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Lack of permanent site to house the police station and sub-stations
Lack of funds for repair and maintenance of sub-stations/police precinct
Tenurial problem of the Caloocan City Jail
Congested City Jail
Insufficient number police and jail personnel
Inadequate communication facilities such as 2-way radio base, equipment and telephone facilities
Lack of individual police, investigative and office equipment
Insufficient prisoner van
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To provide permanent sites for police stations and sub-stations
To provide permanent site for Caloocan City Jail
To improve the living conditions of inmates in accordance with the accepted standards set by the United
Nation
To attain the police to population ratio of 1:500
To attain the ideal ratio of 10% of the total police force allocated to women enforcers
To provide additional effective and efficient enforcers (police and jail) to compensate the manpower
backlog
To provide adequate modern communication system, equipment, service vehicles and facilities
Improve the efficiency, capability and reliability of police and fire personnel by providing adequate
training program, equipment, fund support and incentives
To provide additional prisoner van
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Provide and develop sites for police stations, precincts and sub stations
Continuous partnership and coordination with LGU and Barangay officials for the maintenance of sub
stations and precincts
Tap congressional funds to upgrade police facilities
The City Government shall push for the lot acquisition of the Caloocan City Jail site
Improve and expand the existing facilities of the Caloocan City Jail
Maintain close linkages with the concerned national agency regarding the provision of police and jail
personnel, equipment and facilities
Assignment of additional male and female officers
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
To liaise with higher PNP officials for the timely release of appropriate budget
Establish close coordination and linkages with non-government organizations, governmental agencies,
civic organizations and barangays regarding the implementation of crime prevention and anti-crime
programs and projects
Ensure sustainability of peace and order programs and projects
Close coordination with national government agency regarding the provision of prisoner van
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Provision of permanent site, construction of police station , sub-stations/precincts
Implementing Agency Caloocan City Government
Philippine National Police
Bureau of Jail Management and Penology
Dep‟t. of the Interior and Local Government
Committee on Police, Civil & Military Relations
Proposed Project Acquisition of the existing Caloocan City Jail lot from NHA as a prerequisite
to upgrading/ improvement of the present site
Communication and advocacy with partners
Continuous liaising with PNP officials regarding the provision of additional police and jail personnel to attain the ideal ratio
Coordination with Philippine National Police regarding programs/ seminar for barangay tanods and civilian volunteers on law enforcement
Provision of modern communication, office equipment & telephone
Computerization of Caloocan PNP (Police Clearance, Warrant section, Investigation, etc.)
Continuous conduct of regular Integrated Transformation Program, maintain NCRPO hotline Subukan Nyo Po Kami
Implementing Agency Philippine National Police
DILG
Caloocan City Government
NHA/PNR
FIRE PREVENTION PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Lack of permanent site to house the Central Fire station
Dilapidated fire station and sub-stations
Lack of fire service vehicles (fire trucks, ambulance and administrative vehicles, fire fighting gear, etc.
and communication equipment
Inadequate funds for maintenance and operating expenses of service vehicles and provision of
additional gasoline allowance for LGU issued vehicles
Insufficient number of fire personnel
Unavailability of fire hydrants in fire prone areas
Weak information dissemination campaign for fire prevention in school, business establishments and
highly concentrated public places
Weak monitoring system to check strict adherence to fire codes
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OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To provide permanent site for Fire station and sub stations
To repair/rehabilitate the existing fire station/sub-stations
develop a responsive fire protective services
To provide adequate modern communication system, equipment, service vehicles and facilities
To modernize the equipment of Caloocan City Fire Station to cope up with their needs
To attain the ideal ratio of 1:1:000 fire personnel to population
To intensify the fire prevention program through massive information campaign
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall provide permanent sites for station and sub stations for Fire Department
Improve the existing facilities of fire station/sub-stations
Establish close coordination with the national government for the provision of additional manpower, fire trucks, fire hydrants and communication facilities
Adequate equipment and transport facilities for effective and efficient fire performance
Continuously establish and maintain close coordination with other fire fighting volunteer brigades (NGOs), barangay units)
Continuously intensify information campaign on fire prevention programs
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Acquisition of lot to house the Central Fire Station in South Caloocan and
other fire sub-stations without permanent site
Repair/rehabilitation of fire station and sub-stations
Construction of additional 2 fire stations in Bagong Silang and Camarin
Seek audience with current congressmen of the two districts
Close coordination with national government agency regarding the provision
of fire trucks and ambulance
Request from DILG regarding service vehicles
Implementing Agency DILG-Bureau of Fire Protection Caloocan City Government
Proposed Project Coordinate with DILG regarding the hiring of additional fire fighters
Review the distribution of fire personnel in the city
Utilize the 20% budget allocation as mandated by the Fire Code of the Philippines
Installation of fire hydrants in fire prone areas in coordination with Maynilad Water Services
Utilize and coordinate with barangays the use of mini-fire trucks at the barangay level
Partnership with the Filipino- Chinese volunteer fire brigade and other NGOs
Periodic conduct of fire drill in schools, business establishment and barangays
Intensification of inspections and monitoring activities to ensure strict adherence to fire building code
Implementing Agency DILG-Bureau of Fire Protection
Caloocan City Government
Liga ng mga Barangay
Non-government organizations
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DISASTER PREPAREDNESS PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Insufficient logistic support for emergency preparedness and response, particularly flooding,
earthquake, massive fire spread, and chemical accident
Need for an enactment of a City Risk Reduction Management Plan
Need for an establishment of a City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office with command
center
Deficiency on implementation of disaster drills, preparedness in educational campaign on schools,
government buildings, commercial establishments, etc.
Lack of community volunteerism
Lack of serviceable fire exits in schools and public buildings
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To save lives, protect properties, prevent sufferings and minimize damages during calamity and disaster
To provide adequate rescue equipment, communication equipment and vehicle
To lobby for the enactment of City Risk Reduction Management Plan
To provide site to house the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council office
To create awareness among the officials and constituents of the importance of readiness to respond to
any emergency situations
To coordinate/synchronize activities related to disaster management
To tap government, non government organizations, and private sector to address every occurrence of
disaster / calamity
To upgrade the public buildings and schools
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City shall continuously improve and upgrade the efficiency, capability and reliability of disaster
management enforcers
Strengthen linkages with concerned government agencies
Strengthen the Caloocan City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (CCRRMC)
Make it a policy to promote disaster management
Continuously intensify information and education campaign on disaster program
Make it a policy to establish networking with the private sector and non-government organizations
Make it a policy to conduct regular inspection of government and private buildings
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Acquisition of complete emergency apparatus, gadgets, and telecommunication equipment
Acquisition of fully-equipped ambulance or vehicle to quickly transport patients
Implementing Agency Caloocan City Government
Non-government Organizations
Liga ng mga Barangay
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Adoption and implementation of the City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Plan
Implementing Agency Sangguniang Panlungsod
Proposed Project Establishment of City Disaster Risk Reduction and management office
Implementing Agency City Engineering Dep‟t.
DPSTM
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Proposed Project Conduct of regular drills/exercises in school, business establishments and public buildings
Conduct regular training program on disaster preparedness for concerned agencies
Intensification of information and education campaign on disaster preparedness
Implementing Agency Bureau of fire Protection
City Disaster Risk Reduction & Mgnt. Council
Phil. Red Cross
Other concerned government and non-government agencies
Proposed Project Establishment of Community Defense Center (CDC) in highly dense areas
Implementing Agency Liga ng mga Barangay
NGOs
Pos/PS
Proposed Project Periodical inspection of government and private buildings
Implementing Agency City Engineering Dep‟t.
Division of City Schools
Bureau of Fire Protection
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SPORTS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
GOAL
To promote and develop the physical and psychological well-being of the residents of Caloocan.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Lack of open space especially in South Caloocan for the construction of sports and recreational facilities
Lack of comprehensive program for sports development for children, youth, women, senior citizens,
handicapped/disabled and employees
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To ensure the residents the opportunities for a wholesome leisure/recreational activities for physical
development.
To provide and upgrade the existing condition of sports and recreational facilities for the physical
development of the populace
To provide playgrounds with recreational facilities in strategic places
To come up with a comprehensive program for sports development
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
Raise funds for the proposed public sports center in North and South Caloocan
Push for the acquisition of suitable sites to be developed as play area for the citizen
Encourage the participation of the private sector in evolving a more responsive machinery for an
effective coordination and implementation of sports activities
Formulate, develop and promote extensive and wholesome recreation and sports activities among the
populace especially the youth
Conduct periodic sports activities and physical fitness program in every barangay, school and
government offices
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Construction of Caloocan City Sports Complex in North Caloocan composed of Olympic-size swimming pool, track and field oval, basketball and baseball, softball stadia.
Upgrading of existing condition of playgrounds and other recreational facilities
Construction of covered courts in schools / barangays
Request for the use of Tandang Sora Integrated School to be used as softball and baseball field
Work out for the rehabilitation of the old Caloocan City gymnasium to serve as sports complex
Implementing Agency Caloocan City Government
Committee on Youth and sports Development
Committee on Real Estate, Landed / estate Subdivision
City Planning and Dev‟t. Dep‟t.
City Assessor‟s Office
Sports Development Office
Office of Land Use and Zoning Administration
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Formulation of a comprehensive sports program
Promotion of sports competition in every barangay
Conduct of the following activities: Sports Clinic in every zone Sports competition among business sector (banking and institutions and
industries Physical fitness in every barangay, school and government offices Periodic sports activities and physical fitness program in every barangay and
government agencies
Coordination with Division of City Schools, barangay and government
agencies regarding the implementation of sports program
Implementing Agency Sports Development Office
Liga ng mga Barangay
Division of City Schools
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V. INSTITUTIONAL / ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT
Taking off from the strengths of the previous plans, as well as learning from their weaknesses, the City Government continues to bring every sector of the community in formulating and pursuing an extensive institutional development program. This will support its competence and potential in carrying out effectively a more responsive public service. The business sector, civil society and government are treated as productive collaborators in the implementation of this vision. The development process will involve the improvement of revenue generation, development and investment planning, programming and budgeting, performance assessment, and to further enhance the overall capability of the City Government to manage the entire socio-economic development process.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
EQUITY. All institutional policies, strategies, programs and projects must improve the quality of public service delivery and must lead to a more equitable distribution of opportunities brought about by progress and development. The various sectors of the society (government, business sector, civil society) will equitably share the burden of moving further the city in facing the challenges of global competition, notwithstanding the provision of opportunities for all men and women to improve their well-being.
EFFECTIVENESS AND RESPONSIVENESS. The City Government shall focus on doing what it does best
and let go of activities that it should not be doing. It shall seek to deliver intended results with the least unintended consequences, to effect a more systematic distribution of resources to its constituents. Under the present leadership, the government shall steer the city by providing a clear and coherent policy framework. It will be resolute and consistent with the activities it will take to perceive that basic services are being provided are those needed by the community and the stakeholders.
EFFICIENCY. Service delivery mechanisms and processes shall be carried out cost-efficiently by the city
government, the civil society, the business sector and its constituents, through the best use of resources by knowledgeable civil servants. The City Government shall adhere to fiscal discipline and shall follow the principle of cost-recovery in the provision of government services. Information technology shall be increasingly utilized to effect significant increases in productivity.
EMPOWERMENT AND GENDER EQUITY IN DEVELOPMENT. The most vulnerable sector of the
government institution, the women and the disabled, shall be empowered by expanding their capabilities and opportunities through provision of gender and disability-friendly facilities. All policies shall be supportive of gender equity and disability sensitivity.
ACCOUNTABILITY. Decision-making by the City Government shall be subject to full public disclosure at
every stage to restore and maintain public confidence in the honesty of the civil servants and the integrity of public policies and government processes.
TRANSPARENCY. The City Government shall provide free flow of appropriate, necessary, and relevant
information to the public to fully understand and monitor the institution and the developments affecting their lives.
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ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT GOAL
The City Government shall create a more effective and efficient city government by reengineering and right-
sizing the institution and forging a more equitable sharing of responsibilities and resources with all other
sectors of the society.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Lack of coordination of various departments and offices in terms of workflow and management resulting
to the delay in outputs and failure to address immediate concerns
Need to continuously strengthen linkage points or system in terms of sharing of information on matters
relating to organizational and personnel development and quality management
Need for a centralized record management system, more specifically on legal documents, contracts and
instruments entered into by the City Government
Need to strengthen technical capability of city traffic enforcers for efficient traffic and transport
management
Need for review and re-orientation of mandated duties and functions to ensure focused operations and
clarity of purpose of each department and office
Too much focus on procedures than results are common in most departments and offices
Absence of an integrated and synchronized monitoring and evaluation system for city programs and
projects
Delayed production outputs especially on document and statistics-intensive departments and offices
and unsynchronized/ non-integration of database due to insufficient information technology support
system
Existing facilities in North Caloocan City Hall building needs to be upgraded and improved
Undefined roles and functions for some extension offices and departments at the North Caloocan City
Hall
Lack of space and suitable office environment for some offices which affects employees‟ efficiency and
work attitude
Unsecured depository of documents
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To improve the capacity and performance of the existing city government so that it can effectively meet
the increasing demands of public service
To conduct training needs assessment for the enhancement of skills and competence of the city
government personnel
To provide the constituents with greater access to better and modern facilities and efficient public
service
To improve the efficiency and performance of mandated duties and functions of each department and
office and ensure delivery of basic services to city stakeholders
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall recommend changes in the current government structures and processes
for proper integration of functionally related departments and offices.
The City Government shall define the roles of each department and office and provide a system of
coordination and approach to basic issues and concerns.
The City Government shall strengthen and supplement support functions to include but not limited to:
research and development;
public information;
information management;
legal and legislative services;
administrative services;
financial management;
human resource development functions.
The City Government shall eliminate red tape in the bureaucracy to –
attain genuine professionalism;
gain public trust and confidence;
create an effective relationship and interaction between customer and employees
The City Government shall achieve a customer-friendly environment for customer-service
departments/ offices
The City Government shall achieve a work-conducive environment to attain good working condition, to
upgrade employee's morale, and to enhance/ improve internal operations.
The City Government shall institute a Records Management and Archives System to promote
transparency and to achieve consistency of policies and reconciliation of records
The City Government shall implement policies, procedures and scheme for a systematic filing system
especially on bound books and old records/ documents.
The City Government shall strengthen monitoring and assessment capabilities at the levels of policy
making, planning, programming and implementation, to ensure timely and accurate evaluation of
performance.
The City Government shall continuously maintain check and balance along input, throughput and
output process in government operations.
The City Government shall develop the appropriate environment for the development and growth of an
information technology (IT) niche institution.
The City Government shall establish an inter-intra-government network where all departments/offices
and other instrumentalities including the public are hooked-up with the website.
The City Government shall establish courtesy desks or information kiosks to serve as one-stop booths
where all queries and requests of the public are attended to.
The City Government shall conduct continuous capability building program relevant to active needs
The City Government shall conduct regular monitoring and evaluation system.
The City Government shall give priority to improve the system in providing prompt services to walk-in
clients.
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Pursue Reengineering / Streamlining Program to include – review of department/ office mandates, integration and synchronization of functions and efforts; rationalization of overlapping roles and responsibilities; review of existing organizational structures to check fitness and compatibility
to mandated duties and functions; and codify and review all issuances related to improving systems and procedures,
and recommend amendment to improve the same.
Continuously conduct regular monthly meeting (every first Monday of the month) of all department and office heads for the purpose of discussing respective issues and concerns and to determine problem areas which needs to be resolved
Continuously undertake studies and recommendations on organizational development
Formulate the Capability Development Agenda
Establish an organizational structure and administrative set-up for North Caloocan City Hall for clear delineation of roles and functions and effective coordination of activities
Strengthen extension departments/ offices at the North Caloocan City Hall
Strengthen the Information Technology Services
Upgrade the existing office of the Public Information Services from division to office level (to include but not limited to upgrading of facilities, skills development of information officers and provision of additional staff)
Continue to pursue and achieve developing standards for local government performance (i.e. International Organization for Standardization – ISO)
Implementing Agency City Administrator‟s Office
Internal Audit Services
Human Resource Management Services
Public Information Office
Department of Interior and Local Government
Civil Service Commission
City Planning and Development Department
North Caloocan City Hall
Proposed Project Improvement of the existing city hall main building (South Caloocan) to position the city for national and global competitiveness, as well as to accelerate the pace for socio-economic growth
Continue the development and improvement of North Caloocan City Hall
Implementing Agency City Administrator‟s Office
Internal Audit Services
Human Resource Management Services
City Budget Department
City Engineering Department
City General Services Office
City Building Official
City Planning and Development Department
North Caloocan City Hall
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Establish a Centralized Records Management System more specifically on legal instruments, memoranda, circulars, etc. Establish a library for references, reading materials, compilation of memoranda,
circulars and other relevant documents.
Appraise/ evaluate existing records and filing system of all departments and offices.
Upgrade Records Management, Storage and Documentation System for the City Assessor's Office, Civil Registry Department, City Treasurer’s Office, Office of the City Accountant and other records-intensive departments/ offices in order to-
Upgrade Records Management preserve the integrity of old records documents in the archives for an easier and convenient storage and records
retrieval; avoid and minimize destruction and loss of records and documents; safekeeping and security of all assessment records documents to create a well coordinated archives with all agencies concerned
especially with the City Treasurer's Office; conduct a comprehensive inventory of all real property records and monitoring
of borrowed records and documents.
Procure storage facilities for proper storage and safekeeping of all documents (i.e. filing cabinets, book shelves).
Create a computerized data base for all memoranda, executive orders and issuances and other relevant directives, that could be easily and readily accessed by departments and offices through the use of advance technology
Fully automate and convert existing base maps/ tax maps and digitize all buildings/ structures for faster identification process (land/ improvement/ machinery).
Establish a Geographical Information System (GIS) Phase I through – acquisition of GIS Hardware and Software, aerial photograph of the city, base map preparation, conversion of orthophoto maps orientation of raster images to real world coordinates, correct / calibrate data preparation,/plotting, screen editing,/Arc info editing of maps / edge matching, Arcview programming and data integration, photo taking of property units;
Phase II through – acquisition of GIS server peripherals, aerial photograph of the city, Arc info editing of maps.
Web Development through acquisition of – web server peripherals; website design and information interface; additional web pages; additional multi media and special effects; additional scripts and applets;
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project
(cont‟.)
Web Development through acquisition of – web networking to electronically link the different departments / offices setting up for E-commerce; assigning personnel E-Mail Account.
Upgrading of computer system (software and hardware) of all departments/ offices.
Other projects/ systems/ work plan – networking of city hall offices; installation of wide area network for North Caloocan City Hall, civil registry, engineering permits, tricycle and pedicab permits, police clearance, miscellaneous revenues, budget operations, ledger, cash management, human resource management/ payroll management/ 201 File, asset management, supply management, legislative information, infrastructure, waste management, social services, health services, disaster management, public employment, traffic management, barangay registration, city planning.
Implementing Agency
City Administrator‟s Office
Human Resource Management Services
Information Technology Services
City General Services Office
City Assessor‟s Office
City Accountant‟s Office
Civil Registry Department
City Treasurer‟s Office
City Budget Department
City Legal Department
Other records-intensive departments/ offices
Proposed Project Activation of the Organization Performance Evaluation and Enhancement Committee to - conduct studies for the establishment of performance indicators and
benchmark standards for best practices; institute check and balance mechanism to determine appropriateness,
efficiency and effectiveness of service delivered and whether programs and projects met defined development objectives.
Implement the City Citizens’ Charter (as per RA 9485 – Anti-Red Tape Act 2007) Institute customer feedback mechanism (e.g. suggestion boxes, evaluation
forms) in every department/ office to enhance public service for public satisfaction.
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project
(cont‟.)
Implement the City Citizens’ Charter (as per RA 9485 – Anti-Red Tape Act 2007) To provide essential information on:
the roles and responsibilities of each department and office; a quick view of the City Government‟s organizational chart; the services available to its stakeholders;
Continuously conduct – audit and internal check control of city revenues and properties (land, buildings,
equipment) to ensure that all types of properties are adequately safeguarded against loss and wastage;
audit and internal accounting control on payrolls to ensure correctness and validity of entries;
audit and internal administrative control to ensure that programs and projects are being carried out as planned and adhered to prescribed rules and policies
Operation of a Project Monitoring and Evaluation Committee to conduct integrated and comprehensive project monitoring and evaluation of all programs and projects to ensure responsiveness, efficiency and effectiveness.
Install a Computerized Touch Screen Directory at the Information Desk.
Enhance Business One-Stop Shop for issuance of city licenses and permits.
Implementing Agency City Administration‟s Office
Human Resource and Management Services
City Planning and Development Department
Information Technology Services
Departments/ offices with frontline services
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PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
GOAL
The City Government shall transform its personnel resources into a knowledgeable and vibrant workforce
imbued with creativity, nationalism, prudence, industry and honesty.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Need to counteract factors such as:
negative public impression and trust
weak mechanism to assess employee's capabilities and potentials as well as employee's needs and
concerns
weak management-employee communication system to disseminate and exchange information more
specifically on matters regarding working environment
financial difficulty
Gaps in the implementation of Civil Service Commission Rules on recruitment and promotion
Need to systemize promotion of professional advancement
Need to enhance productivity performance measures as basis for rewards and incentives
Attitude of government personnel toward - resistance to change low level productivity consciousness low sense of accountability on assigned roles and functions
Inadequate knowledge and skills of human resources (supervisory, managerial, technical skills) due to lesser priority and lack of focus to human resource development
Staff development and technical capability upgrading are mostly provided by national and other agencies. (LGPMS 2010 Report)
Occupied permanent plantilla positions are recorded at 66%. Local Governance Performance Management System‟s ideal level is at 90%. (LGPMS 2010 Report)
Lesser focus on the concerns of married female employees and the disabled personnel
Lack of information exchange with the private sector regarding success stories and best practices in Human Resource Development Program
OBJECTIVES / TARGET SETTINGS
To transform government staffing and personnel resources into a knowledgeable and vibrant work force
imbued with creativity, nationalism, prudence, industry and honesty
To conduct training needs assessment for the enhancement of skills and competence of city
government personnel to be able to provide high quality public service
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall optimize its human resource and manpower skills as a primary factor to
achieve the highest level of efficient and effective delivery of public service.
The City Government shall continuously promote a rational and systematic approach for personnel
progression, career development and professionalization of government employees.
The City Government shall continue to rationalize incentives and awards system for its employees.
The City Government shall relate benefits and incentive schemes to individual and team/ group
productivity and performance.
The City Government shall formulate a Comprehensive Human Resource Training and Capability
Upgrading Program.
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The City Government shall continuously pursue capacity and capability building, core competencies and
skills of public servants, government employees and personnel relevant to actual needs.
The City Government shall continuously promote inter and intra-government and private sector
collaboration in the development and implementation of capacity building programs and human
resource development.
The City Government shall institute productivity consciousness among government employees and
personnel to be morally upright and decent workers in the service of the people.
The City Government shall institute an engendered and ethical bureaucracy.
The City Government shall continuously promote the morale and welfare and/ or well-being of
employees.
The City Government shall institute recruitment and selection, performance evaluation, incentives and
awards system, to achieve an effective structure.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Adopt and pursue a bureaucracy-wide Career Development Plan for government employees to systematically promote professional advancement. (LGPMS 2010 Report)
Create a committee or a technical working group to; review/ develop/ enhance existing staffing policies; undertake inventory of available skills, career path development, job evaluation
and manpower planning; conduct studies and review of personnel profiles; determine competencies and fitness to positions held; conduct thorough evaluation of recruitment procedure and performance
appraisal of personnel; formulate effective productivity performance measures as bases for rewards
and incentives; strengthen performance appraisal activities; conduct training needs assessment and analysis; document staff development and activities; develop / upgrade existing performance measures and standards.
Continuously conduct intensive in-house training/ seminars - capability building programs human resource development orientation for new and re-orientation of newly-promoted employees; talakayan on Civil Service Rules and Laws; value-formation orientation workshops; pre-retirement seminars; “Mamamayan Muna, Hindi Mamaya Na” Program; Customer Service Oriented Training Program; clerical and standard office procedures; attitude towards work service incentives/ awards
Conduct specialized training for technical personnel and capability upgrading training for management and supervisory level regarding: policy formulation; project development; records management and disposal; computer technology;
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Conduct specialized training for technical personnel (cont’.)
policy formulation;
resource management and budgeting;
crisis and stress management;
organizational development, personal efficacy and development;
human behavior/ relations in organization;
public administration;
trainor's training;
leadership and team building;
project development, planning and management;
capacity investment programming;
urban and fiscal systems management;
infrastructure planning;
environmental management and monitoring;
basic service delivery;
revenue enhancement and development planning;
land use planning;
traffic management.
Career-development by encouraging government employees to pursue college and master's degree and other relevant programs at the University of Caloocan City.
Adopt/ promote the Local Scholarship Program offered by the Civil Service Commission.
Adopt information exchange system/ program with the private sector featuring best practices and success stories on human resource and capability development.
Install a Productivity and Quality Culture- Building Program in consideration with the principles instituted by the -
Philippine Quality Award for public sector;
5S;
Good Housekeeping;
Total Quality Management (TQM);
Executive Orientation on Productivity and Quality.
Disseminate information, updates and important announcements concerning
employees‟ welfare during the flag raising ceremonies.
Installation and use of an electronic computerized database system for personnel
(LGPMS 2010 Report)
Strengthen the City Personnel Recruitment and Selection Board (LGPMS 2010
Report)
Implementing Agency City Administrator‟s Office
Human Resource Management Services
Internal Audit Services
City Planning and Development Department
Civil Service Commission
Other concerned offices
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Conduct annual medical check-ups (dental, x-ray, blood chemistry, etc.).
Formulate a Physical Fitness Plan to promote recreation and sports program, physical fitness and other similar activities to the employees.
Intensify information dissemination/ promotion of pre-need plans offered by the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and other private agencies for possible joint-venture agreements on - health care plans; educational plans; investment packages.
Implementing Agency City Health Department
City General Hospital (President Diosdado Macapagal Memorial Medical Center)
Human Resource Management Services
Sports and Recreation Services
Proposed Project Promote financial and livelihood assistance through the Caloocan City Personnel Multi-Purpose Cooperative.
Implementing Agency Human Resource Management
Services
Caloocan City Multi-Purpose Cooperative
Proposed Project Conduct employee counseling.
Operate an employee grievance system. (LGPMS 2010 Report)
Implementing Agency Human Resource Management Services
City Legal Department
Civil Service Commission
Proposed Project Establish a Day-Care Center to address the needs of nurturing and nursing employees with children below seven years old.
Implementing Agency City Social Welfare Department Human Resource Management
Services
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LEGISLATIVE SERVICES
GOALS
The City Government shall continually strengthen Executive-Legislative partnership and inter-actions to
institute policy reforms supportive of innovative development.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Very few ordinances/ resolutions are geared towards economic development, self-sufficiency and
income/ revenue generating policies.
Weak linkage system between legislative support and development initiatives by the City Executives.
Un-automated records management system that hampered easy access, tracking and retrieval of
documents.
Weak system/ process and lack of information dissemination activities for the accreditation of the non-
government organizations.
Lack of public access to legislative records/ documents.
No personnel responsible for proper disposition of records.
OBJECTIVE / TARGET SETTINGS
To strengthen Executive - Legislative partnership and interactions to institute policy reforms supportive of
innovative development.
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Council shall continuously sustain a council manned by city councilors with determination,
strong and apparent bias to growth and development.
The City Council shall continuously pursue the council‟s covenant to impose the spirit of oneness and
politics of development in all its official undertakings.
The City Council shall continuously uphold prevalence of the rule of majority with due respect with the
right of the minority.
The City Council shall continuously propose measures and pursue decisions based not necessarily on
party affiliation but on beliefs and convictions.
The City Council shall continuously instill unity among its members wherein councilors belonging to the
minority and majority groups will unite themselves to advance certain issues or measures that in their
belief will contribute for the development of the city and its constituents.
The City Council shall continuously pursue observance of transparency wherein the public has full
opportunity to have access of all public records available in the Office of the Sangguniang Panlungsod
Secretariat.
The City Council shall continuously pursue public dialogues and meetings and to always allocate
enough time in every session to address and redress issues and concerns of individuals or
organizations for the guidance and information of the council.
The City Council shall continuously institute professionalization and strong observance and adherence
to the ethical standards prescribed for Sangguniang Panlungsod employees in the performance of their
duties.
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The City Council shall continuously provide necessary laws, ordinances and resolutions supportive of
the programs and projects being implemented by the Executive Department.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Full implementation of the Executive - Legislative Agenda Amendment of Executive Order No. 027-05 - Creation of the ELA Team Conduct periodic meetings for the Joint Executive-Legislative Committee.
Implementing Agency Office of the Mayor
Office of the Vice Mayor
Sangguniang Panlungsod
Department of Interior and Local Government
Other departments/ offices concerned
Proposed Project Conduct periodic conferences for both the minority and majority group.
Conduct in-house training for capability upgrading for City Councilors and staff and the Sangguniang Panlungsod Secretariat regarding - policy formulation; archives and records management; information technology; team building; research methodology; technical writing, etc.
Implementing Agency Civil Service Commission
Human Resource Management Services
Sangguniang Panlungsod (Legislative/ Secretariat Services)
Proposed Project Conduct periodic community meetings and dialogues for effective interaction with the constituents and for a more effective identification of community needs and aspirations needing legislative support.
Strengthen information dissemination and improve existing system for the accreditation of non-government organizations and cooperatives.
Implementing Agency Sangguniang Panlungsod (Committee on Cooperatives)
Non-government Organizations
Sangguniang Panlungsod (Legislative/ Secretariat Services)
Proposed Project Upgrade and computerize existing Sangguniang Panlungsod Records Management System for easy public access to legislative records/ documents.
Codify all city ordinances and resolutions and minutes of meetings. Implementing Agency Sangguniang Panlungsod (Secretariat
Services) Information Technology Services
Proposed Project Fast-track approval and enact priority ordinances and resolutions such as - adoption of long-term development plans that are truly responsive to the growth
and development of the city; adoption of measures that will address the land problem of the urban poor
families who are occupying excess lots owned by the city for possible housing project;
adoption of laws and legislation geared toward economic development, self-sufficiency and income/ revenue generating activities, programs and projects.
Implementing Agency Sangguniang Panlungsod (Legislative/ Secretariat Services)
Office for the Urban Poor
City Planning and Development Department
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BARANGAY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION
GOALS
The City Government shall strengthen the collaboration and coordination of the executive body and the
barangay units to ensure that all programs and projects reach appropriate beneficiaries, are responsive to
community needs and are reflective of the aspirations of the city.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Most of the barangay constituents are unaware of the preparation of barangay development plans nor
are they aware of the existence of a Barangay Development Council in their community
Most of the barangay units do not conduct/ convene community assemblies for the preparation of
barangay development plans as mandated by law
Despite given copies of respective demographic profiles of their constituents by the City Planning and
Development Department and the Barangay Secretariat, very few of the barangays had used the
document in preparing barangay socio-economic profile which is very vital in the preparation of a
barangay development plan
Most barangay units do not have a database bank and/ or socio-economic profile that would support
development planning at the barangay level
Most submitted annual barangay development plans are mere listing of programs and projects and
there is no assurance that these address identified problems, needs and aspirations of the community
Based on interviews conducted, most non-government organizations within the community do not have
participation in the formulation of a barangay development plan
Existing system of barangay development planning (in which only barangay officials prepare
development plans through "tayo-tayo" or “gaya-gaya” system) does not serve as an effective tool to
address community needs and problems
Existing project monitoring and evaluation system conducted at the city level is weak and
uncoordinated/ unsynchronized
Most barangay roads and drainage improvement projects are in duplication with city projects
Very little (none at all in some barangays) of the total fund was spent for economic development
The process of approving Barangay Development Plans among the different departments and offices at
the city level is uncoordinated and lacks check and balance mechanism thereby making the barangay
development plans vulnerable to graft and corruption
Less emphasis on economic development programs and projects
(i. e. livelihood and income generating activities to attain self-sufficiency among the constituents)
Barangay programs and projects are uncoordinated with neighboring barangays thus resulting to lack of
common thrust (e.g. drainage improvement; waste management; peace and order)
Barangay halls are indiscriminately constructed along right-of-ways due to lack of proper/ available
location
Lack of continuity of programs and projects and development thrust most especially during turnover of
tenure of service of the barangay officials
Barangay boundary disputes in almost all barangay units
Some barangays need to be merged or subdivided
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OBJECTIVE / TARGET SETTINGS
To strengthen partnership and coordination between the Executive Body and the barangay units to ensure that
programs and projects are responsive to the needs of the people and are reflective of the aspirations of the
community.
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall continue to pursue institutionalization of barangay development planning
and programming system
The City Government shall continue to monitor and evaluate effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery
of mandated duties and functions of the barangay development councils
The City Government shall continue to support capability building and capacity upgrading of barangay
officials
The City Government shall continue to pursue synchronization and harmonization of city and barangay
development programs, projects and activities
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Assist the barangay development councils through the Barangay Secretariat, City Planning and Development Department and other support offices in the conduct of the following community activities in order to come up with effective and workable need-based barangay development plans - initiate, organize and hold periodic meetings/ workshops with community
leaders to make them aware and ready for improvements in barangay development planning;
conduct consultation with community leaders and selected constituents to gain their support and understanding of data collection and development planning procedures;
present data and consult with non-government organizations, people‟s organizations and other grassroots organizations to relay community situation, needs and development trusts;
design and appraise, together with the community, development scenarios on the potential areas of medium and long-term growth (How do we want our barangay to look like in the future?);
together with the community, design a development network (Where do we want to go?);
determine community internal strength, opportunities and weaknesses. Mapping of business establishments Give high priority to livelihood and income-generating activities to attain self
sufficiency among constituents
Ensure compliance on the twice a year barangay assembly.
Mandatory formulation of a barangay socio-economic profile with technical assistance from the City Planning and Development Department.
Implementing Agency Liga ng mga Barangay
Sangguniang Kabataan Federation
Department of Interior and Local Government
Barangay Secretariat
City Planning and Development Department
Business Permits and Licensing Services
Non-government Organizations
Community Relations Services
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Strengthen and improve existing procedures of barangay development plan approval – consider authenticity/ validity of submitted programs and projects; ensure that proper consultation was undertaken; accountability measures and other check and balance mechanisms; and provide copies of approved Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan
Development Plans to implementing agencies, for proper documentation and future reference
Institutionalize monitoring and evaluation of barangay development plan, programs and projects.
Implementing Agency Liga ng mga Barangay
Sangguniang Kabataan Federation
Barangay Secretariat
City Accountant‟s Office (Barangay Accounting Division)
City Budget Department (Barangay Budget Review Division)
Department of Interior and Local Government
Proposed Project Conduct periodic meetings/ dialogues between and among - barangay officials and city officials (legislative/ executive); barangay zones (inter and intra-consultation).
Implementing Agency Office of the Mayor
Sangguniang Panlungsod Liga ng mga Barangay
Sangguniang Kabataan Federation
Proposed Project Conduct and support periodical training-workshops on the following areas - barangay budgeting and fiscal management; development planning and project development; policy formulation; project programming and implementation; barangay administration; fund sourcing and utilization; local taxation; and other relevant development training.
Implementing Agency Liga ng mga Barangay
Sangguniang Kabataan Federation
City Accountant‟s Office
City Budget Department
Department of Interior and Local Government
Proposed Project Conduct appropriate study/ consultation to effect merging/ redefinition of barangay boundaries and pursue adoption of the same.
Implementing Agency Liga ng mga Barangay CED
CPDD Sanggunian Panlungsod
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PRIVATE SECTOR
CIVIL SOCIETY PARTICIPATION
GOALS
The City Government shall continue its active partnership with the business sector and civil society in the
delivery of public service.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Lack of mechanism/ system to consolidate and measure extent of services contributed/ rendered by the
private sector (informal sector, socio-civic organizations)
Existing mechanism to institute maximum private sector participation in city governance and operation
needs to be improved or strengthened
Lack of trust in the government, especially of the service-providing civic organizations.
Lack of mechanism/ system to integrate programs and projects initiated by the private sector with the
programs and projects initiated by the City Government
Complicated bureaucratic process serves as a hampering/ disincentive factor to achieve maximum
participation of the private sector in the provision of public service
Need to institutionalize/ strengthen people's participation in development more specifically at the
barangay level
OBJECTIVE / TARGET SETTINGS
To maximize non-government organizations‟ involvement in the development process of the city.
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall create conditions and appropriate environment to establish and stimulate
greater private sector participation and encourage them to share in the responsibility of public service
delivery
The City Government shall continue to veer away from providing services that are best carried out by
the private sector and shall instead, compliment private sector initiatives by providing:
policies and standards; monitoring and assessments; promotion and advocacy; provision of information; assistance and incentives for innovation and entrepreneurship
The City Government shall continue to give greater focus and reliance to private sector participation through Build-Operate-Transfer schemes and its variants, joint-venture agreements and privatization of commercial type of government activities
The City Government shall continuously promote inter-local and international linkage to pursue mutual understanding, peace and goodwill, technical cooperation through technology exchange and socio-cultural exchange
The City Government shall institutionalize networking of data between the government and the private sector
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POLICIES / STRATEGIES (cont‟.)
The City Government shall institute mechanisms that will allow continuing, free and active participation of non-government organizations, people‟s organizations and cooperatives in policy and plan implementation, and evaluation, particularly at the barangay level
The City Government shall strengthen government advocacy for community organization.
The City Government shall provide basic support to non-government organizations, people‟s organizations, and cooperatives through improved access to development funds and information base; education campaign and meaningful advocacy support; extension services; conducive policy environment; responsive bureaucracy and technical assistance
The City Government shall support the establishment and maintenance of non-government organizations, people‟s organizations and cooperatives coordinating structures
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Continue contracting-out security services and janitorial services. Conduct relevant studies that would determine City Government operations
viable for contracting-out. Continue initiatives to pursue Built-Operate and Joint-Venture scheme of
investments specifically on the following projects- public markets; proposed city hospitals/ medical centers; other capital intensive programs/ projects.
Strengthen coordination and integration system for private sector socio-economic public service and projects.
Formulate and institutionalize a system that would identify, quantify and qualify private sector participation in the delivery of public goods and services.
Institute mechanism to strengthen information dissemination/ coordination between the City Government and private sector regarding development and investment policies and directives.
Promote and pursue Town-Twinning (Sister-City) Program
Participate in trainings, seminars, workshops and activities organized by the private sector in furtherance of the policies and programs of the city government.
Enter into contracts and memorandum of agreements that gears towards the institution of public service projects and other similar activities.
Provide and initiate programs and activities that will enable and enhance the participation of the private sector.
Conduct periodical sectoral meetings and public consultations/ dialogues between/ among the executive department, the legislative body and the non-government organizations, people’s organizations, and cooperatives in order to - Ensure that NGOs are (civil society) competently and responsively represented
in the City Development Council as well as in their respective barangay development councils;
Encourage to work actively in partnership with the City Government to ensure that government units at the city and barangay levels are efficiently and effectively delivering community needs;
Seek involvement in the appropriate design/ modification of performance monitoring and evaluation system applicable to levels of implementation of programs and projects;
Seek involvement in the evaluation system of implemented programs and projects and ensure that the results and feedback reach the appropriate agency
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Formation of a desk or other support mechanisms for civil society groups and private sector concerns
Formulate/ design a program or policy that would give preferential treatment to competent non-government organizations and people’s organizations who have constantly indicated their interest in implementing development programs and projects.
Fully operationalize the Caloocan City Cooperative Development and Coordinating Office.
Strengthen Sangguniang Panlungsod accreditation process and system to determine legitimate civil society partners in development by ensuring that they have the following - own organizational laws; make decisions independent of government agencies/ politicians; have at least one full-time staff; a permanent office address
Proposed Project Office of the City Mayor
City legal Dept.
City Administrator‟s Office
City Health Dept.
PDMMMC
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FISCAL MANAGEMENT GOAL
To maintain fiscal stability and strengthening the financial system to minimize the vulnerability of the city
government to financial crisis brought about by both internal and external factors.
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
The 2004 Schedule of fair Market Values of real Property Tax Units is due for revision (1991 Local government Code requires LGUs to conduct general revisions of real property assessments every three years).
As per S.P. Ordinance No. 386, only the commercial/Industrial land and Improvements were implemented. Residential lands and improvements were not effected as provided in sec. 18 of the Caloocan City Updated revenue code of 2004.
Ad valorem tax on idle land tax was not imposed and collected.
The mandatory procedures and remedies provided under the 1991 Local Government Code, in case of delinquent RPUs, were not applied.
A great number of RPUs were allowed to be delinquent for more than 6 years.
List of delinquencies included properties which were exempted under existing laws to pay real property tax (properties owned by the Republic of the Philippines; properties for educational & religious purposes).
Assessments of RPUs were delayed.
Upon inspection by the BPLO/Treasurer‟s Office, a number of establishments were found to have been operating without permits and licenses and were correspondingly issued deficiency reports but compliance were not monitored, thus, collection of the corresponding taxes was not realized.
A number of fees and charges were not consistently imposed/ collected.
Coordination between City Assessor‟s Office, Business Permits & Licensing Office and the Office of the Building Official are not properly established.
REVENUE GENERATION
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall continue to adopt measures that will further help in evolving a more efficient and responsive tax system.
The City Government shall undertake further tax reforms based on equity, ease of administration/compliance and revenue adequacy.
To the extent possible, the City shall continue to pursue and implement additional revenue policy reforms to ensure sustained resources of financing.
Fees and charges and other City income shall be continuously and periodically adjusted in accordance with the principle of full cost recovery.
The City Government shall continuously pursue and strengthen institutional capacity for a more efficient tax administration.
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project The City Revenue Code shall be periodically reviewed, revised and amended to improve its revenue-generating efficiency.
Implementing Agency City revenue Code Review Committee
Proposed Project Intensify collection efficiency on- fines and penalties on weights and measures, gas station calibration occupancy permits contractors
Adoption of strategies to collect and update tax collection on PLDT operations and facilities MERALCO/poles and facilities MWSI excavation/restoration permits Telecommunication and cable companies LRT/MRT
Implementing Agency City Treasurer‟s Office
City Administrator‟s Office
BPLO
Office of the City Building Official
City Engineering Department
Proposed Project Implement more aggressive tax information dissemination campaign
Continue “Operation Suyod” and tax mapping activities to identify idle lands and update existing records
Preparation of new Schedule of Fair Market Value of land and improvement for the general revision of real property assessment Increase collection efficiency on land tax thru collection coordination of City
Assessor‟s Office and City Treasurer‟s Office Implementing Agency City Assessor‟s Office
Office of the City Building Official
City Treasurer‟s Office
Proposed Project Activate Estate Management Committee to:
Intensify records/document research regarding city property ownership of both lands and improvement for reconciliation of records;
Promote city government properties for lease,/rent or sale;
Review contract agreements of city owned properties (i.e. Maypajo Market, Hall of Justice, City Commercial Building);
Handle titling and documentation for transfer of auctioned properties and turned-over properties to the city;
Handle tax cases for a speedier disposition of tax cases.
Implementing Agency Estate Management Committee City Appraisal Committee
Proposed Project Effect monitoring and intensify collection on passive income such as:
transfer tax/fees
rentals and royalties for government-owned establishments and properties
RPT on CMP Projects/Expropriated Properties/NHA/DOH Resettlement Projects
Philippine Economic Zones Authority (i.e. Victoria Wave)
Community Tax-in schools, malls and other public places. Implementing Agency City Treasurer‟s Office
Urban Poor affairs Office
BPLO
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Impose computerization fee in the issuance of Certified True Copy, Certification of Ownership/Non-Ownership, non-improvement and other certifications related to assessments of real properties and other public documents.
Issue Radio Frequency ID (RFID) to business establishments.
Full automation of revenue generating and collection department and offices;
Implementing Agency City Treasurer‟s Office
City Assessor‟s Office
BPLO
City Treasurer‟s Office
Office of the City Building Official
Other Income Generating Offices
EXPENDITURE MANAGEMENT
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall maintain its expenditures at a level consistent with growth and development targets
Channel more budgetary resources to economic development and prioritize expenditures for self-sufficiency/self-reliance and income generating programs and projects.
The City Government shall increase provisions for strategic capital investments that would catalyze income opportunities.
Poverty alleviation and synchronized delivery of social services shall continuously be the target of city expenditures.
City Government expenditure for personnel services shall be maintained to its present level and to continuously decline overhead expenditures as a percentage of total expenditures
Greater focus shall be given to human resource development and productivity enhancement.
The City Government shall focus on programs- Responding to natural calamities, disaster and other disturbances; Rehabilitating and conserving the environment; Ensuring peace and order.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Formulation adoption of a multi-year Capital Investment Plan that would serve as a target for expenditure pattern and instill fiscal discipline in all city operations.
Adherence and consistency of the resource allocation scheme to the city Development Plan, City Capital Investment/ Annual Investment Plan.
Conduct multi-sectoral and periodic review of various developmental plans.
Continue strengthening the City Finance Committee to- Formulate/Prepare a comprehensive and systematic Annual Financial and
Budget Plan for the ensuing fiscal year based on the approved City Development Plan;
Continuously utilize 20% of IRA to support development programs and projects.
Continue to rationalize city expenditure on operations and maintenance. Implementing Agency City Finance Committee
City Planning and Development Office
Income Generating
Departments/Offices
City Engineering Office
All City Government Department and
Offices
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PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES (cont‟.)
Proposed Project Strengthen Planning-Programming-Budgeting System (PPBS).
Implementing Agency City Planning and Development Office Office of the City Budget Officer
Proposed Project Strengthen the capabilities of the Caloocan City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council through: Formulation/Adoption and implementation of the Caloocan City Disaster Risk
Reduction and Management Plan; Continuous training for disaster personnel at all levels (City, barangay, schools,
etc.); Upgrading of facilities; Enhancement of communication system especially in times of disaster and
disturbances; Formulation of an Emergency Plan for various calamities; (earthquake,
tsunami, flooding) Implementing Agency Caloocan City Disaster Risk Reduction and management Office/Council
BUDGETING
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall maintain the magnitude of public debt to a more prudent level in order to attain fiscal surpluses.
The City Government shall continue to finance and achieve higher level of investments.
The City Government shall continue to aim increasing ratio of savings to facilitate reduction of current account deficits.
The City Government shall continuously pursue and practice prudent cash management and strengthen resource management capabilities.
The City Government shall institute flexible and less restrictive accounting and auditing rules and regulations.
The City Government shall institute a highly consultative process of resource allocation and prioritization which will finally link planning and programming with budgeting.
The City Government shall promote greater accountability in the bureaucracy.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Maintain cash flow management through periodic monitoring of revenues, expenditures and cash balances so as not to incur borrowing more than what is needed.
Conduct periodic consultation and dialogue with the Commission on Audit regarding implementation of innovative programs and projects which deviates from the usual auditing criteria.
The City Government’s budgeting, accounting and internal audit system shall be strengthened, improved and streamlined to evolve service-oriented, cost-efficient and well performing budget management.
Establishment of sound audit and accounting linkages to implement uniform standards and procedures.
Conduct capability upgrading on resource management and budgeting of each department/office heads to ensure and instill fiscal discipline and accountability for outputs and results.
Institutionalization of the Work and Financial Plan in order to: Schedule fund utilization as a basis for the issuance of an advice for allotment
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and subsequent releases; Establish means of measuring physical targets and corresponding level of
efforts in accordance with such schedule of fund utilization of the approved budget;
Implementing Agency City Finance Committee
Office of the City Budget Officer
Office of the City Accountant
City Treasurer‟s Office
City Internal Audit
Proposed Project Conduct periodic seminar/workshop on Barangay Development Planning and Fiscal Administration.
Intensify coordination with barangay units regarding development planning and fiscal management to assist barangays in executing their development and budget plans.
Implementing Agency Barangay Councils
City Planning and Development Office
Office of the City Budget Officer
CBAS
Association of Barangay Council
(ABC)
Barangay Secretariat
DILG
FINANCING
POLICIES / STRATEGIES
The City Government shall avail of the opportunities offered by the Local Government Code with respect to credit and financing to finance city investments.
Implement and vigorously pursue external financing strategies hand-in-hand with internal resource mobilization.
PROGRAMS / PROJECTS / ACTIVITIES
Proposed Project Avail of the following financial initiatives: Overnight placements with banks offering higher interest rates. Reduction of short-term borrowings in favor of long-term offerings; Bond flotation; Maintain credit worthiness of the city government by having a sound debt
management system; Intensify campaign to attract and encourage private investors Privatize some government operations; Intensify joint-venture agreements with the GOCC/private sector.
Formulate and adopt a „Credit and Financial Scheme Menu‟ in addition to the commonly-known mode of financing.
Implementing Agency City Finance Committee