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Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles

The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Himamaylan to hire 650 youth in temporary employment program

Himamaylan to hire 650 youth in temporary employment program.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Who is Atty. Kent Francesco Jongoy, the newly endorsed CBRT project manager?

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama has recently endorsed a new project manager for the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project. Meet incoming CBRT project manager Lawyer Kent Francesco Jongoy, the assistant head of the Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO), the head of its Public Mass Transportation Division, and its legal officer......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

MFC Cebu-Makati FC young booters dominate Asia’s biggest youth football tilt

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The combined teams of Makati Football Club Cebu and Makati FC (MFC) dominated the recently concluded Junior Soccer School and League (JSSL) over the weekend in Singapore. MFC sent 14 teams to Singapore’s premier youth football competition. Many players who suited up for MFC were from the Makati Football Club Cebu.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Budget officers in CV undergo financial management training

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Over 600 budget officers in Central Visayas underwent Public Financial Management (PFM) Training in Cebu last month. The initiative, led by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) in collaboration with the Association of Local Budget Officers-Central Visayas Inc., took place at a hotel in Mandaue City. This training was a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Youth groups in Southern Tagalog oppose reso urging military-led ‘national security awareness’ bid in schools

By JACINTO LINGATONG Bulatlat.com SANTA CRUZ, Laguna — Youth groups in Southern Tagalog have strongly opposed the proposed resolution of the 202nd Infantry Brigade, Philippine Army and CALABARZON Regional Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (RTF ELCAC) urging the Department of Education (DepEd) Region IV-A, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Region IV-A, Technical… The post Youth groups in Southern Tagalog oppose reso urging military-led ‘national security awareness’ bid in schools appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Phase 1 of Cebu BRT project due for turnover in May or June

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Phase one of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project is set to be completed around May or June this year, a local legislator confirmed. Councilor Jerry Guardo, chairman of the committee on infrastructure of the Cebu City Council, said that although the project was initially scheduled for turn over in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Mandaue City cops to undergo refresher training on checkpoints

MANDAUE CITY, Philippines — The Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) will conduct a refresher training for station personnel regarding the conduct of checkpoints. MCPO Spokesperson, Police Lieutenant Colonel Mercy Villaro, said that they will conduct refresher training just to remind them of the guidelines and procedures in implementing police operations, especially checkpoints. Villaro said that.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 26th, 2024

720 graduate from Caloocan’s livelihood training program

At least 720 people from Caloocan can now start job-hunting after graduating from the free livelihood training program of the city manpower training center......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Michael Dasmarinas kayod sa US training

HEBIGAT ang US training camp ni Michael Dasmarinas. The post Michael Dasmarinas kayod sa US training first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Netizens want Cebu BRT construction to proceed: ‘Ipadayun na’

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The fate of the long controversial Cebu Bus Rapid Transit or Cebu BRT project faces yet another crossroads after local politicians argue over the possible repercussions of its continued construction. The transportation project aims to create a bus express lane within Cebu City, with its first phase in continuous operations for.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Inayawan cops train barangay tanods to elevate community safety

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Inayawan police station launched a training initiative aimed at enhancing the skills of barangay peace and safety officers. Entitled “Capacity Building and Professionalizing of Barangay Tanods” the training was conducted on Thursday morning, February 29, 2024, in Barangay Bulacao, Cebu City. The activity is aligned with the police’s commitment to the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

IN PHOTOS: Balik Cebu 2024

Summary: The Balik Cebu 2024 event, hosted at the Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu, has been a prominent part of the Sinulog festival for 22 years. In collaboration with the Cebu City Government, Mactan International Airport Association, and other tourism stakeholders, it aims to welcome back balikbayans (returning Filipinos) for the grand Sinulog festival. The Balik Cebu Dinner Show offers balikbayans the complete Sinulog experience, featuring Filipino cuisine, performances by Cebuano artists, the Sinulog Mardi Gras, the presentation of Miss Cebu winners and her court, Tribu Basakanaon, and a band performance. Tickets priced at P500 can be purchased at the Balik Cebu Turista Desk by presenting a passport or proof of residence outside the Philippines. Balikbayans can also buy up to three additional tickets for non-balikbayans accompanying them. The event will take place at Ayala Center Cebu on January 18 at 6 PM. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

US-based employment agency to set up foundation in Philippines

Immigration and employment consultancy agency CSI Professionals Inc. is launching a foundation in the Philippines this year to help sick Filipino children and send poor but deserving students to school......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

200 jobseekers hired at SM job fair

Nearly 200 jobseekers were hired on the spot yesterday by various companies during an employment event organized by the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) Jobs Committee, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), the Quezon City government and SM City North EDSA......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

PH’s BOI grants green lane endorsement for P10.85-B wind project in Laguna

The project, with an investment cost of P10.85 billion, is set to start its commercial operations by 2026 and is expected to generate at least 30 direct and 500 indirect employment for Filipinos......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Petitioning relatives for employment-based green cards

One of the most popular and informative articles for Filipinos was about petitioning family members for employment-based green cards, such as nieces, cousins, siblings, etc. for such jobs as caregivers for your parents or care homes, housekeepers to enable you to work longer for your high-paying job. For those of you who missed the article, I want to remind Filipinos again......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Rama backs P246-billion mega project in SRP

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama has backed the proposed  P246 billion mega project in the South Road Properties (SRP). He stated, “If this aligns with principles of fairness and correctness, why not?” READ: P200B mega project will soon rise in SRP if … Rama also expressed his support for the proposed.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Alternergy reallocates IPO proceeds to Tanay and Alabat projects

Alternergy, the renewable energy generation company founded by Vince Pérez (former DoE Secretary), announced that its board of directors reallocated P65 million of the IPO proceeds that were originally scheduled for the Solana Solar Project, Ibulao Mini Hydro Project, Cavite Offshore Wind Project, Tablas Strait Offshore Wind Project, and the operationalization of Green Energy Supply Solutions Inc......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

CAR logs 96.7% employment rate, services top job generator

CAR logs 96.7% employment rate, services top job generator.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024