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Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces

The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Tondo roads closed for Sto. Niño feast

Some roads in Tondo, Manila will be closed to motorists for the Feast of Sto. Niño on Jan. 21......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Mt. Apo closed from Mar 20-30

Mount Apo, located at the border of Davao del Sur, North Cotabato and Davao City, is temporarily closed to the public.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

PSAC affirms commitment to public-private collaboration

The Private Sector Advisory Council is ramping up efforts to foster economic growth and poverty reduction through collaboration between governments and the private sector......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Pagadian airport to be closed for rehab

Pagadian airport in Zamboanga del Sur will be closed for one month to pave the way for repair of the runway......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

Parañaque business permit office closed for holidays

Parañaque’s business permit and licensing office will be closed on Feb. 9 and 10 for the Lunar New Year and on Feb. 13 for the city’s 26th cityhood anniversary, Mayor Eric Olivarez announced yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

Section of Devon Road in New Plymouth closed following serious crash

Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on Devon Road in New Plymouth.The crash was reported to Police at 7.10pm and involved several cars.Devon Road is closed between De Havilland Drive and Corbett Road, including access to Airport Drive/New Plymouth Airport.At this stage there is no information regarding injuries but an update will be provided as soon as that information is available.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

LIST: Mall hours for 2024 Holy Week

Several malls and shopping establishments will have adjusted operating hours during certain days in the Holy Week but will be closed during Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Public sector banks doing better in managing NPAs vis-a-vis their private counterparts: FICCI-IBA survey

New Delhi [India], March 21 (ANI): Public sector banks in India are doing better in comparison to their private sector counterparts in terms of non-performing assets, a survey conducted by industry body FICCI and banking association Indian Banks' Association (IBA) found. A nonperforming asset refers to loans or advances that are on the brink of default. According to the survey, a large majority (77 per cent) of the respon.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Murcia private cemetery warns public vs spurious transactions

Murcia private cemetery warns public vs spurious transactions.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

RTWPB-XI to conduct public hearing on minimum wage adjustment for private sector, domestic workers

RTWPB-XI to conduct public hearing on minimum wage adjustment for private sector, domestic workers.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Globe closed on an additional P1.16-B in tower sales

Globe Telecom, the Zobel Family’s telecommunications company, disclosed that it closed on the sale of another 91 cell towers to Frontier Towers to raise approximately P1.16 billion in cash......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

Benguet highway closed due to forest fire

Halsema Highway or the Baguio-Bontoc road in Atok, Benguet was closed to traffic yesterday due to a forest fire......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

Aboitiz Equity Ventures closed transaction to acquire 40% interest in Coca-Cola PH

The takeover of Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc.  by Aboitiz Equity Ventures and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has closed upon completion of “all conditions precedent” to the transaction......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 26th, 2024

Portion of Osmeña Blvd. closed due to skywalk removal

CEBU CITY, Philippines —A portion of Osmeña Blvd. was ‘temporarily closed’ from the corner of Fuente Osmeña Circle to the Arlington Pond intersection starting Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. This closure is due to the presence of concrete cracks and falling debris from the Fuente skywalk, as the contractor is removing roofings and railings. With the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

PDIC extends loan incentive program for closed bank borrowers

PDIC extends loan incentive program for closed bank borrowers.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

DCWD offices closed on February 9, 2024

DCWD offices closed on February 9, 2024.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Road closed - Serious Crash Canal West Road, Waitakaruru, Waita

Canal West Road,Waitakaruru, Waita, is closed following a serious crash.The two vehicle collision was reported just after 4pm.Initial indications are that one person is in a serious condition.The Serious Crash Unit are attending.Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.ENDSSource: NZ Police(File photo)......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Livelihood aid distributed to closed season-affected fishers

Livelihood aid distributed to closed season-affected fishers.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024