Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay at the Capitol Building’s Center Podium on June 29, 2013 is the inauguration of the newly elected Governor Atty. Wilter Yap Palma, V-Governor Atty. Rey Andre C. Olegario, 2nd District Representative Dr. Ann K. Hofer and the rest of the provincial board members of the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay.

The celebration started with a Holy Mass with no less than Bishop Julius S. Tonel, SJ DD and eleven other con-celebra-tor priests of the Diocese of Ipil leading followed by the inaugural speeches, thanks giving, and the lay-outing of the agenda of the elected offi cials above mentioned for the betterment of the state of the province and to uplift each Sibugaynons’ lives who were deprived for the last 3 years.

It was a day of not just a mere ceremonial celebration but a moment of rejoicing for once again, Zamboanga Sibugay Province is back to the hands of Sibugaynons for each of us were clearly bullied by non- Sibugaynons for the past three years. It was a ray of lig ht, a beginning of new hope for the constituents, and the redemption of the Sibugayan dignity and pride, to describe further.

Atty. Wilter Yap Palma, Sibugay’s newest Chief Executive was humbly amazed and grateful for the humongous crowd poured in to witness the celebration composed of supporters, capitol employees, guests from different provinces, the clergies, and most of all the Sibugaynons with happy hearts.

At last, Zamboanga Sibugay is back on track with the leadership of Gov. Palma, what the Sibugaynons must have to do is to watch over those who are at the helm, as to whether they will deliver.

Sibugay is Back to the Sibugaynons!

“THE CATHOLIC VOTE IN ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY” by Cecille A. La PlanaSource: impactmagazine.net/CBCP News

Three days after the successful yet equally-controver-sial conduct of the Philippine mid-term election, Pope Fran-cis addressed the new ambassadors to the Holy See.“There is a need for fi nancial reform along ethical lines that would produce in its turn an economic reform to benefi t ev-eryone.” (Pope Francis’ Address to the new Ambassadors to the Holy See, 16 May 2013, http://www.Zenit.org) This is his assertion for such need to be addressed which requires a bold move from political leaders to take courageously a change of attitude. The pope further added:“I urge them to face this challenge with determination and farsightedness, taking account, naturally, of their particular situations. Money has to serve, not to rule.” Such address is opportune. Time and again it holds true to the very stateof the Philippine electoral system—all

its electoral stakeholders and the too much politicking em-bedded, that have taken place in the recently concluded mid-term election. The Pope’s call is Zamboanga Sibugay’s call. Money has to serve, not to rule. Apparently, the self-effacing grassroots level approach which has grown like wildfi re to combat the seemingly money-spinning vote buying can ac-count to the sweeping victory of the newly-elected offi cials. The dire need of the constituents for redemption coupled with its relentless effort has etched a mark in the annals of Sibugay’s historic feat. It was people’s power that moved mountains in a way so civil and generally peaceful. It was the true voice of the people. The “No to Vote Buying” call was boldly initiated by the church as big tarpaulins were framed outside; all over the catholic churches within the diocese. There were no street rallies and no strong oppos-ing “talk-back” fi gures from the civil society. It was purely prayer-led advocacy and consistent but sustained call that money cannot rule anymore. At the ground, yes there were selling and buying of votes, but where there were evil inten-tions, good ones prevailed. Yes! It was a miracle! The top most victors unpredict-ably claimed the posts. People’s choice has always been kept to one’s self afraid of being pointed and accused to have favored politicians. Like roaring lions, when margins are in

great disparity to the incumbents, people came out on the streets and fl ooded peacefully at the bastion—the provincial capitol—some of whom were soaked in rain and haven’t taken dinner. The people came, most by self-will, to wit-ness a less than 3 minute proclamation of Governor-elect Wilter Y. Palma on May 14, 2013 at exactly 12:20 a.m. The Jalosjos’ lost grip of Sibugay in an unprecedented turn out. Such a fl eeting moment for true-blooded Sibugaynons who dreamed of living free from foreign invasion. Yes! Foreign invasion in the context of people gov-erning Sibugaynons who are not by blood Sibugaynons themselves. The issue on localization has always been a great controversy. Only when we are free from this invisible bondage of slavery can we become completely independent. Are we Sibugaynons not capable of running our provincial local government unit? Such question should mean and pose greater challenge to the new governor. And this will anchor his kind of local governance against the three year blueprint he would have to build, together with his legislators. The battle cry of the seemingly-hopeless-governed Sibugaynons for transparency and accountability can be accounted for 12 long years. After 12 years of intertwined birthing pangs, Sibugaynons are yet to see the pearl of the southern seas become an icon in the south. And this is what Sibugaynons

are looking forward—to achieve greater heights and put Sibugay again in the map same as when we on February 22, 2001 by virtue of R.A. 8973 made Sibugay the 79th prov-ince.

Silingan Ka movement It is believed that electoral processes are manipulated and suffrage is curtailed by vote-buying-and-selling hence the initiative by lay people to bring about change. Looking at this angle and considering the age-old proliferation of graft and corruption Silingan Ka! (You are Neighbor!) Movement was organized in order to address the growing needs for reforms. Unfazed with po-litical and societal criticism and condemnation, the insignif-icant-turned-unmatched movement with no track record has lived up to the principles it upholds. With minimal resourc-es and no machinery properly in place, it penetrated even the outskirts with massive advocacy and campaign pass-ing unto the remotest the social teachings of the Catholic church and highlighting the involvement of the community, the Sibugaynons, in the electoral proceedings. The power of a few can indeed infl uence and spark a difference. SK has sustained the momentum to prove its worth and credibility as a movement. It can be recalled that SK offi cially endorsed political candidates from both majority parties a day before Easter

NOTES FROM CBCP

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Bullies No More Bullying comes in diff erent degrees. There are some that are tolerable and some must need to take counter acti ons. “Every acti on has its equal reacti on”- Newton

We may counter act to anything, it’s a right, I think, but we should be cauti ous with our acti ons because invoking that right too deliber-ately may turn us into bullies ourselves.

Bullying may come in diff erent choreo-graphic styles. We laugh at someone’s weakness, we pick a fi ght at others unreasonably, but I be-lieve that the highest scale of bullying is when you bend the rules for your own advantage at other’s expense or worse you ignore the law.

A Bully has illusion of infi nity; he thinks that he is superior over the others unlimitedly espe-cially when he is entrusted with power by the people. Yes, he may be that grandeur in some aspect of existence but he should be aware that public service needs a lot of hard works and not posing around with arrogance in the superlati ve height. Doesn’t he know that ulti mately it is the people who have the fi nal say? It is the people who have the sole right to recall the power they have vested in him.

To react needs perfect atti tude, prepara-ti on, and ti ming. I was one of those who suff ered in silence in past with that severe bullying done in the Province. I waited for the perfect ti ming, it took three years in waiti ng and when May 2013 came, I fi nally dispensed my counter acti on along with the majority. Our voices were heard, our rights reclaimed, and our dignity restored.

Now, that we fi nally installed the leader-ship of our aspirati ons, we demand nothing but bett erment and we are all anti cipati ng for its de-liverance.

To the new leadership, we see and we know that you will answer the call of the many in due ti me, good luck… We are looking forward opti misti cally to the next three years of no more bullying… no more phantasmagoria.

cont.. NOTE FROM CBCPSunday. As a political activity, it was done for the purpose of strengthening and molding responsible voters to choose highly responsible, sincere, credible and principled commu-nity leaders. The faith-impelled movement was mindful of its objective in adhering to good governance for the purpose of achieving greater peace and bolstering development. SK was developed from circles of discernment for elections re-sponding to the call of Pope Benedict the XVI “to provide evangelical formation and pastoral accompaniment of a new generation of Catholics working in politics...”The Big Day Seeing a big crowd unexpectedly gathered and tri-umphed over an election victory was overwhelming. Like a domino effect, when the gathered crowd saw Governor-elect Palma entered the premises of the bastion of Sibugay, halted at the middle of the seal at the podium, waived his hand…the tremor-like sounds of unstoppable cheers echoed at the walls. The crowd became even more fi lled with euphoria and tears of joy when one lad ran up the stage and waived the Philippine fl ag. Standing on the third fl oor, I witnessed the unfolding of events. Stirred with emotion, I realized that people indeed can make things happen if they will it. The government forc-es secured his entry and all other winning candidates such as Congresswoman-elect Dulce Ann K. Hofer (2nd district) and Congresswoman-elect Belma A. Cabilao (1st district). Until the wee hours of dawn, the people patiently waited and remained seated until the proclamation was over. Catholic Vote Being a Pastoral Parish Council for Responsible Vot-ing (PPCRV) and National Movement for Free Elections (NAMFREL) volunteer, I had the privilege to be inside the cordoned area of the Provincial Board of Canvassers (PBOC). Governor-elect Palma told me “….please tell the bish-op, thank you. Without the campaign and advocacy, who am I to win? I am not popular. So there is such thing as Catholic vote!” It was the fi rst time I heard the phrase a catholic vote. I rummaged through my notes and wrote “a catholic vote”. A guy from outside the cordoned area saw it and said yes yes…there is such thing…as catholic vote. It just happened! My eyes were glued again on the note and became even more spirited. Born and raised in Ipil, a Sibugaynon by blood, I consider myself one of the living witnesses for the last 35 years. I fervently pray that whatever transpired in our be-loved province will be a learned lesson and will forever be remembered. After some exchanges of pleasantries, I stood up and like a blue eagle and a fl ag hoisted in the pole, I walked with head high. I am as determined as these people around—no afternoon snacks, no dinner, and no coffee, but still up Appalling news came days after the offi cial fi ling of protest on May 23, 2013 by incumbent Governor Rommel A. Jalosjos against Governor-elect Palma for massive vote buying, intimidation, threat among others. Sibugaynons will now leave this up to the court and the proper authorities. Let the numbers speak for themselves! Oh, what economic relief there is if money has to serve and not to rule! We need fi nancial reforms! We need public service ethics and accountability! Let us heed the call of Pope Francis!

EDITOR’S NOTE

ATTY. WILTER W. PALMA IIEditor-in-Chief

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INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICE

J PELONIA

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JAY C. BARAQUIL

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Governor Palma on Health Care

Health care for the Sibugaynons is one of Gov. Palma’s priority at peak levels of emergencies and un-expected occurrences demanding immediate action as early as eight in the morning the Governor see for him-self the hospital rooms that is supposed to be staffed and equipped to offer sophisticated lifesaving servic-es and modern ambulance service that should have been profi cient in transporting patients and provide on – site treatments for medical emergencies but what greatly caught his attention is the scarcity of hospital beds and hospital rooms to cater daily statistics of patients from all over the province and nearby municipalities.

The Governor aims to upgrade the facilities despite limited resourc-es, fi x ventilation and maintain good sanitary condition for the convenience of every-one as well as ample supply of medicines and medical assistance for Philhealth benefi ciaries.

taken during the Medical/Dental Outreach Program in Olutanga on July 27, 2013.

BAROG SIBUGAYNON!by: Marie Cris Salomes

Ang maayong pamalakad sa probinsya,Mao ang mamahimong sumbanan sa dugay

mong gihandum ngaMga kabaghuan,

Arun hingpit nga makab-ot ang kalambuan.

Apan,paunsa man kung ang katawhanDili uyon sa mga balaud nga gimangno tungod

rapudSa katapulan ug sa dili pagpartisipar sa mga

kalihukan

Nga unta gimugna man para sa tanan.

Busa panahon na arun mubangon ugMagkugi sa minaayong paagi

Ayaw tuguti nga pagayatakan sa pag – usabSa mga tawong abusador ug walay gitumang

saad.

Sibugaynon,nahigmata kana ba?Kay ang paglaum ania na sa imuhang lamesaHingpit mo ng makuptan dugay mong gilau-

manBarug nganha kay lahi na run ang atong

kagamhanan.

Not Cool!

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Governor Palma napili nga chairman sa League of Governors sa Rehiyun nuwebe.Usa ka daku nga garbo natong mga Sibugaynon nga ang atong halandong Gobernador Atty.Wilter Yap Palma nag madaugon sa piniliay sa League of Governors.

Ang pagkapili ni Gov.Palma pagpamatuod lamang nga dako ang pagsalig sa iyahang mga kaubang Gobernador sa iyahang kapasidad arun mubarug isip Chairman.Pinaagi sa maong posisyon daku ang mamahimong kalambigitan niya sa kumunidad ug mas madungog na unya ang tingug sa Sibugaynon.

Gov. Palma Napili Isip Chairman sa League of Governors sa Rehiyon 9

GOV. PALMA MEET THE CAPTAINSBy:Jpelonia

At exactly 9:00 in the morning of July 11, 2013 at the Sangguniang Panlalawigan Session Hall, Capitol Building, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay Gov.Wilter Yap Palma of the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay met with supposedly all of the 390 Ba-rangay Captains in the entire province, but there are some who chose not to come for one reason or the other, only themselves can answer. Even with that scenario the day still went on successfully with the good Governor concluding the event with a raffl e draw of 1 covered court open to the respective barangay captains. Congratulations to Brgy. Labe of the Municipality of Ipil that won the said raffl e.

Governor Palma started the event with his continued gesture of peace, reconciliation, and a call for unity for all parties so that necessary things maybe done in unison and harmony and thus may translate to greater heights. “Continued bickering will lead us to nowhere and for those who do not like to cooperate I am looking forward to that day where we come face to face and have our legal stand- offs”, as the more determined governor said.

Our Governor continued presenting what “the real state of the province” is, how the province was managed a nd its fi nanc-es handled by his predecessor and the measures he ought to do to counter the damages done. He then further presented his “open system policy” meaning his management style that caters to each of the Sibugaynon no matter what his color is. “So long as you are a bonafi de Sibugaynon. If you reach out for me, I will serve you to the utmost of my capacity being your governor/servant”, he added.

Before the governor ended his opening statement of the said event to continue to an open forum, he expressed his con-cerns over the upcoming Barangay Elections this October 2013 where he stressed out that he had no intensions whatsoever in meddling with the process but if events arise he will be more than willing to do things necessary at all costs. “as much as possible, I would like to distance myself from the upcoming barangay elections and keep its independence and integrity but if the other forces will start to pick on it I will be more than determined to face them head on”, those were the strong words of the governor.

July 23, 2013 at the Center Podium of the Provincial Capitol Building of the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay, was the gathering of our brothers and sisters with disability (PWDs) with this year’s theme: “Building and Inclusive and Non-Handicapping Environment for Persons with Disabilities”. Spearheaded by the Provincial Social Welfare and Development division with its Chief Cherlita Arnad Garate, MPA and with the collaboration of the Integrated Provincial Health Offi ce with Dr. Ulysses J. Chiong, Amelia P.Torralba and the Department of Education- Zamboanga Sibugay Division, Technical Edu-cation and Skills Development Authority with its Provincial Director Emanuel L. Guillermo, CSEE/CESO,the Department of Labor and Employment with Elamsalih E. Ungad as Offi cer-in-Charge, Provincial Director Editho B. Lumacang and the Department of Trade and Industry, with the full support of the Provincial Government with Gov. Wilter Y. Palma represented by Atty. Sharky Palma and Nestor A. Gonzales- Executive Assistant IV- OIC, Provincial Administrator, V-Governor Atty. Rey Andre C. Olegario, Offi cer-in-Charge, and the provincial family.

It was a day intended to our dear brothers and sister with disabilities to take the center stage, showcase their different talents, prove that they too form a vital role in the society and can be of help to its development even if they are gifted with very special personalities that require special concern with the assistance of the various key institutions above mentioned taking the frontlines to answer to their special needs.

The day started with a program and the updates of frontline institutions, followed by the display of talents, then after lunch was the Medical and Dental Outreach of IPHO, and ended with a sport fest and the awarding of prizes.

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THE SIBUGAY BULLETIN

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In sustaining high level of performance we further need dramatic improvements. The Lutiman - Guicam road project which started last July 2, 2013 is 100% accomplished as of this date.

Honorable Governor Wilter Yap Palma personally inspected the repair of the road. A road that is instrumental to the economic growth, especially in 1st district island municipalities namely Mabuhay, Talusan and Olutanga.

Kudos for the Provincial Engineering Offi ce headed by Engr.Cristopher Lazo and the equally productive team of Engr. Arturo Sorongon in a collaborative effort extended to Gov. Palma’s quest for progress.

Road to PROGRESS

Th e Governor on Education One of the Governor’s passionate interests is education. It is evident as a public offi cial and a lawyer he certainly seems to have used good ground to understand the relevance of Education, and how it may help eradicate poverty and uplift the lives of the Sibugaynons considering Education is a requirement for employment.

During the presentation of the Provincial Board the Governor was glad to know the commitment of teachers to cater quality education that is vital to elevate the literacy rate of the students but this requires the Province’s fi nancial intervention or additional budget.

“Teachers can be more effective if they will be sent to trainings to further enhance them with their teaching skills” the Gov-ernor said.

When the Governor was asked if he favors students to join regional and national competitions; defi nitely, so that their potentials will be developed and we will produce highly competitive individuals, it will be their training grounds”, he added.

Truly, a motivation for all Teachers to pursue their hard work and ensure quality education for the Sibugaynon.

First Friday masses being held at the Capitol

Some individuals are blessed with the gift they seem to know what to do. Others are not so blessed and must exert more effort. The key to this is PRAYER. In doing so, we bring ourselves into the light.

July 5, 2013 marked the fi rst Friday mass held in the

Capitol Podium with the new Governor Wilter Yap Palma and the holy offering was celebrated by Fr. Arnel Demegillo,DCI. It is timely in this transition period for the people of Sibugay, whether they share similar perspective or not. United in faith and in one God, understandings and confusions are brought together; as well as hopes and fears, ambitions and desires. Gov. Palma’s advocacy for values formation will defi nitely be a good start for his foundation on Good Governance.

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SIBUGAY SA LUMPAK TINAGBUANby: J Pelonia

The name,”Sibugay” is derived from the phrase “sibug ngari bagay” (come closer my friend).

My personal understanding of the name of Ipil’s fi rst festival “Lumpak Tinagbuan” stands for a “crossroad” or “a place to meet”, true enough because the Municipality of Ipil is situated in very strategic location in Western Mindanao Region. Being the crossroad of the key cities in the Zam-boanga Peninsula, ipil earned the reputation of being the “primos enter pares” or “the fi rst among the equals” among the 16 municipalities of the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay where its seat of power stands.

Gov. Wilter Yap Palma wants to bring Zamboanga Sibugay and its government closer to the Sibugaynons that’s why he initiated its Provincial Local Government Unit along with all its employees to participate with the various activi-ties in line in the weeklong Lumpak Tinagbuan Festival as a gesture of friendship, cooperation, and unity. The governor feels that it’s now high time to be one and start doing the job which can bring the province to where we all desire she should be. Thus, he further believes that public service is not competition rather complementation. We complement at each other’s strength and we lean at each other’s shoulders.

Now, if we try to combine our province’s sur-name “Sibugay” and Ipil’s fi rst festival “Lumpak Tinag-buan” it becomes “Sibugay sa Lumpak Tinagbuan” which completes the sense “sibug ngari bagay sa dapit diin kita paghimamatay”(come closer my friend to the meeting place). Isn’t it beautiful? Isn’t it a very warm friendly invitation?

Then and now, if you say “Sibugaynon ko nga taga Ipil” or “Ipileňong Sibugaynon ko”, it’s just the same, what matters is that we pat each others’ back and greet each other “kumusta ka higala” under ONE Sibugayan sky. Let us be one!

ARAW NG IPIL (lUMPAK TINAGBUAN) 2013 HIGHLIGHTS

PLGU NIGHT HIGHLIGTHS July 26,2013

Miss IPILSARAH DAWN JOY BERMUDEZ

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“ANG KALAMBUAN SA

SIBUGAY MAOY AKONG

TUMONG UG DAMGO KA-

NUNAY. DINHANG PUN-

TUHA KITANG TANAN

NAGKAHIUSA”

BALIK! LAMBO PA

SIBUGAY!

SIBUGAY PLGU-FAMILY GOES CHILLAXING AT GUBAWANG by: JPelonia

“Chillax” is to chill and relax simultaneously or to loosen or reduce the level of stress by employing a more relaxed and groovy outlook- urban dictionary. Actually it’s the abbreviation of the words “chill” and “relax” combined.

That would be the perfect word or slang or what-ever to describe that 13 July 2013 event that was held at Gubawang, Naga, Zamboanga Sibugay. It was the fi rst ever “Family Day” of the Offi cials, key personalities and em-ployees along with their respective familiesof the Provincial Local Government of the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay.

The event was graced by the founding father of Zamboanaga Sibugay Gov. George T. Hofer with his lovely lady Dr. Dulce K.Hofer and of course Gov. Wilter Yap Pal-ma who’s too gracious enough to mingle with the ordinary employees, laugh with them, giggle with them. It was a day of pure fun, let loose, and get crazy. Food, drinks, games, human to human interactions, the marathon of videoke kings and queens, and the calisthenics of the happy feet has become some of the ways in secreting the stresses accu-mulated through those years of workloads and pressures. Further, it also became a good and refreshing start for the challenging year ahead. Most of all, employees had found quality time to be with their families, friends and maybe were able to re-strengthen the bond between them and that was the most important and foremost purpose of the event.

All wasn’t done if not because of our Governor Pal-ma, it’s his brainchild maybe because he is a family man fi rst of all. Thank you Gov.Palma and we are looking for-ward to similar coming events to make us sharper than the proverbial Juan, the dull boy.

CONGRESSIONAL NIGHT JULY 22, 2013

G R E E T I N G S !

My heartiest congratulations on the undertakings made for the creation of THE SIBUGAY BULLETIN. May the same be a venue of truth and freedom overwhelmed by the call of the people

God Bless and Congratulations!

(Sgd) ATTY. BELMA A. CABILAO Representative

1st District, Zamboanga Sibugay

DR. ANN K HOFERRepresentative

2nd District, Zamboanga Sibugay

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FIRST ONE HUNDRED (100) DAYS OF ASSUMPTION AS GOVERNOR OF ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY

June 30, 2013 (START OF GOVERNMENTAL ENGAGEMENTS) Inauguration and Oath Taking of all other elective offi cials (Provincial/Municipal) at the Capitol Podium, Capitol Compound, Ipil, Province of Zamboanga Sibugay Inaugural Address as Governor facing a more or less Fifteen (15) Thousand Sibugaynons in attendance where the platform of government in the next 1,095 days was presented – attuned to the major thrusts of His Excellency

President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III as a commitment to the identifi ed fi ve (5) priority areas under the Social Contract with the President spelling out on the following programs for implementation during the term June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2014, viz:1. Anti Corruption, Transparent, Accountable and Participatory Governance

Engagement with offi cials & employees of PLGU by formulating policy directionImplementation of cost-cutting measures to save funds.Attendance to fi rst (1st) Sangguniang Panlalawigan Regular Session in preparation to the formulation of Executive-Legislative Agenda.Engagement with Municipal Councilors and identifi cation of P/P/As in their respective municipalitiesEngagement of all barangay captains and identifi cation of P/P/As in their respective barangaysReconstiitution of Local Special Bodies

2. Poverty Reduction and Employment of the Poor and Vulnerablea. Social/Health

Upgrading of the Zamboanga Sibugay Provincial Hospital health facility by increasing the bed capacity and upgrading medical equipment/ apparatus – This will be through the support of the Department of Health and out of the Congressional Initiative/PDAF of the Honorable Congresswomen Dulce Ann K. Hofer and Belma Cabilao.

Enrollment of all qualifi ed constituents of the province in the President’s PHILHEALTH ProgramMassive Health Prevention & Control Measures by saturating areas up to the remotest coverage in the province thru a Periodic Health Care Services.Totally address the nutritional defi ciencies of affected populace.Encourage entry of Local/Foreign investors for various economic-industrial ventures by tapping available resources of the province, thus, generating more revenue/income & address unemployment problem of the

growing populace.Upgrading of Provincial Hospital with 12M – commitment of Department of HealthImplementation of the Resettlement Assistance Program for Local Government Units pursuant to the mandate under RA 7279 or the Urban Development and Housing Act (UDHA) of 1992 ( Joint NHA and Local

Government Undertaking).3. Rapid, Inclusive and Sustained Economic Growth

Infrastructure Thru the ongoing programs of the National Government, in collaboration with the Department of Public Works & Highways , Dept. of Agriculture, Dept. of Agrarian Reform, DILG-PAMANA ProgramRehabilitation & upgrading of Lutiman-Guicam Road of 21 kmConcreting of Mabuhay-Olutanga & Talusan provincial roads.Rehabilitation & upgrading of provincial road at Payao, Titay and TungawanConversion of identifi ed provincial roads into secondary national highways.

4. Just and Lasting Peace and the Rule of LawAlleviate peace and order by fi elding PNP- Police visibilityAchieving zero “0” crime rate in the provinceAddress extortions against fi sher folks and other local business men, highway robberies, kidnappings, armed display of military by the lawless elementsIntensify the control of illegal drugs and gambling and curtailment of drug addiction.

5. Integrity of the Environment and Climate Change Adaptation and MitigationImmediate closure of small scale miningPreservation of natural resourcesProtect marine and forest resourcesReconstitution & capacitating the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (PDRRMC)

Establishment of PDRRM Storage Room/BodegaProcurement of Emergency Response and Mobility FacilityProcurement of supplies/materials/medicines/ and foodstuffs of the emergency respond requirement.Mobilization/coordination/collaboration with MDRRMC

External EngagementsEngagement with the Australian Ambassador for a Multi-billion Development Program for the Province of Zamboanga SibugayCourtesy – Meeting with the Department of Health for the downloading of Support Fund Re: Upgrading of the Zamboanga Sibugay Provincial HospitalCourtesy – Meeting with the PCSO for the Provincial Government’s intent to avail of at least two (2) additional AmbulanceCourtesy – Meeting with the PhilHEALTH Administrator for the additional enrollment of qualifi ed constituents in the Province of Zamboanga SibugayCourtesy – Meeting with the DSWD for an expanded social programs intended for the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay.

Regular Activity UndertakingsRoutine Administration of the Provincial Government Operation thru the implementation of policy directions towards effi cient and effective delivery of services to the general public.Attendance to conferences, meetings called upon by the National Government Agencies and other duly constituted authorities.Attend to day to day callers from municipalities, barangays and private sectors.Attendance to SOAFund Sourcing :Construction of Guicam to Hulahula(Olutanga Island) bridge.Upgrading of Provincial Hospital from a 25- bed capacity to a 100- bed capacity.Conversion of Ipil Airport to 3rd Airport development program.16 Senators to allocate Ten (10) Million Pesos each for the construction of a multi-purpose Covered Court.\One Hundred Fifty (150) Million Pesos from LWUA for the upgrading of Ipil-Titay Water District .Development of irrigation projects at Titay, Kabasalan, Naga & Siay from NIA.

Collaboration with DA for the inclusion of PLGU to the Philippine Rural Development Program PRDP).Creation of the Provincial Coordinator for IP’s.Engagement with Department of Finance (DOF) re: Re-Structuring of loans (Veterans, DBP & PNB)

September 10, 2013 Render accomplishment report to His Excellency President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino, III

Submitted by:

ATTY. WILTER YAP PALMA Provincial Governor

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Nutrition Pledge of Commitment

I MARELENE C. GARCIA an employee/an offi cial of the Provincial Government of Zamboanga Sibugay, agree and accept the call to be an advocate of good nutrition in my community. As an advocate of good nutrition, I commit myself to adopt, implement and fully support the policies and programs of the government that aim to improve the health and nutritional well-being of my constituents.

I commit to:

Promote the practice of the Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos especially among parents, children and adults. Promote appropriate infant and young child feeding practices especially the nutrition of breastfeeding within the fi rst hour, exclusive breastfeeding up to six months and the giving of appropriate complementary foods beginning after

six completed months while continuing breastfeeding. Promote and encourage families to have home and community gardens and raise small animals. Promote the production and increase consumption of fruits and vegetables to prevent hunger and malnutrition and eventually improve economic condition. Respect the rights of every pregnant and lactating woman to adequate food, nutrition, care and protection. Encourage adult friends, husbands and our families to support the pregnant women before, during and after her pregnancy,

and help in the promotion, protection and support of exclusive breastfeeding after delivery. Call for stronger linkage, among government agencies, non-government organizations, private institutions and civil society for nutrition improvement, as a vital component for national development and progress. Carry out with competence and dedication, my duties as nutrition advocate in the delivery and promotion of basic health

and nutrition services, especially to the vulnerable and at-risk members of the community. I will help end hunger & malnutrition by not wasting food, especially rice, buying and eating only what I need, sharing my food with the hungry; spreading correct information on nutrition thru participation in the various nutrition

programs of my community.

So help me God.

(Sgd)MARELENE C. GARCIA, RND Name and Signature PROVINCIAL NUTRITION ACTION OFFICER

Designation PGO-NUTRITION Offi ce Date: July 8, 2013

Republic of the PhilippinesPROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY

Capitol Hill, Ipil HeightsIpil, ZamboangSibugay

PROVINCIAL NUTRITION COMMITTEE

39TH NUTRITION MONTH CELEBRATION

THEME:

“ GUTOM AT MALNUTRISYON, SAMA-SAMA NATING WAKASAN”

PLAN OF ACTIVITIESJUNE 30-JULY 1, 2013 SIMULTANEOUS HANGING OF NUTRITION MONTH STREAMERS

JULY 1, 2013 FACILITATION OF THE PROVINCIAL NUTRITION COMMITTEE ORDER REGARDING PLANTING OF FRUIT BEARING TREES, MALUNGAY AND 5 OR MORE KINDS OF VEGETABLE IN THE RESPECTIVE BACKYARD OF ALL CAPITOL EMPLOYEES/ OFFICIALS

JULY 8, 2013 OPENING PROGRAM

JULY 12, 24, 2013 NUTRITION ADVOCACY ON HUNGER AND MALNUTRITION IN THE MUNICIPALITIES

DISTRIBUTION OF READING MATERIALS ON VEGETABLES TO MUNICIPALITIES

DISTRIBUTION OF VEGETABLE SEEDS

JULY 30, 2013 MEETING OF THE PROVINCIAL NUTRITION TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP

AUGUST 6, 2013 PNC MEETING

AUGUST 8, 2013 HUNGER MITIGATION ACTIVITY (CULMINATION) PLANTING OF VEGETABLES AND FRUIT BEARING TREES (FOR

PRESENTATION AND APPROVAL OF THE PNC CHAIRMAN- AS TO THE VENUE OF PLANTING)

“To serve and not to be served “, Gov. Palma

It was deemed proper to work at eight and end at fi ve but for a man who has a strong transforming zeal for all fi elds. Gov. Palma a man who actualizes his potentials will be at his offi ce at seven and went home past fi ve and continue to work even on weekends probably because the eight hours a day and fi ve days a week is not enough for this transition.

Yes, it is a notable gesture for a newly elected Governor who fi rmly does his job. Don’t be surprise if he will be in your offi ce to check if all plans and programs are implemented.

Sibugaynons look forward how he can positively steer the province into a positive and benefi cial course in his admin-istration and governance to effectively use the limited resources available in his commitment “to serve and not to be served”.

Accomplishment Report as of July 2013

On July 03, 2013 at about 4:00 o’clock in the after-noon, joint elements of Provincial Investigation Branch (PIB), ZSBPPO, Provincial Investigation and Detective Management Branch (PIDMB) and PAOCC-PCTC 9 un-der the supervision of PSSUPT ROBERT ROY BAHIAN (DSC), PD, ZSBPPO proceeded to Ipil district BJMP at Brgy Sanito, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay to serve another WOA against MWP LLES ALVIN ENRIQUEZ and ALEX EN-RIQUEZ, both residents of Brgy Tenan, Ipil, ZSB by virtue of Warrant of Arrest issued by Hon. JOSEFINO P. BAEL, Presiding Judge, RTC Br 24, 9th Judicial Region, Ipil, Zam-boanga Sibugay for the crime of attempted Murder docketed in CC Nr I-5217. Arrested persons were previously arrested by joint elements of Ipil MPS and ZSB PPSC. Both suspects are presently detained at said detention cell.

On July 03, 2013 at exactly 3:00 o’clock in the morn-ing, joint elements from Provincial Public Safety Com-pany (PPSC) led by PSUPT RODRIGO OMEGA MAR-AMO, CC; under the supervision of PSSUPT ROBERT ROY V BAHIAN (DSC) Provincial Director, ZSBPPO; PCTC-PAOCC; 44IB, PA; 102ND BDE, PA and Regional Investigation Division, PRO9 conducted manhunt opera-tion at Brgy Bulawan, Payao this Province that resulted to the arrest of one BASIR SAKILAN, 41 YO, married and a resident of said place by virtue of Warrant Of Arrest issued by Hon JOSEFINO P. BAEL, Presiding Judge, RTC Br 24, Ipil this Province for the crime of Kidnapping and Serious Il-legal detention docketed under CC no. IM-13-0573. Further subject was the suspect re kidnapping of one REYNALDO DRAPEZA last Nov 9, 2010 somewhere between Kabasa-lan & Payao all of Sibugay province. Victim was later re-leased in April of 2011. File info this offi ce revealed that subject was involved in extortion activities in Naga & Ka-basalan areas. And with Waning Abdusallam & Talib Asaali arrested last 18 June 2013.

Activities- Extortion & Kidnapping

Armaments- cal.45 , 9mm & M16 rifl e

Cases fi led- Kidnapping & Serious illegal detentio

Warrant of Arrest- CC no. IM-13-0573

Republic of the PhilippinesNATIONAL POLICE COMMISSIONPHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE

ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY POLICE PROVINCIAL OFFICE Offi ce of the Provincial Police Community Relation Division

Sanito, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay

Activities- Carnapping, ambushed/shooting and tasked to monitor the potential targets for kidnapping in Zamboanga Sibugay.Armaments- Cal. 45 pistolCases fi led- Carnapping, Murder and Attempted MurderWarrant of Arrest - I-5002 and I-5217

Activities- Carnapping, am-bushed/shooting and tasked to monitor the potential targets for kidnapping in Zamboanga SibugayArmaments- Cal. 45 pistolCases fi led- RA 6539, Murder and Attempted MurderWarrant of Arrest- I-5002 and I-5217

18th Police Community Relations Month Culmination Program

On July 29, 2013 at about 8:00 o’clock in the morning, PCR personnel of this PPO led by PSI Edwin Duneceho Verzon, C PCR, under the direct supervision of PsSupt. Robert Roy V. Bahian, Provincial Director, simultaneously conducted the fl ag raising and 18th PCR month celebration culmination program held at the parade ground of this PPO which was attended by the provincial director him-self; PsSupt. Julius Mascarinas Cayon, deputy provincial director; PSupt Rodrigo O. Maramo, CC, PPSC; other staff offi cers; Rev. James Daramayo, resident pastor of this offi ce; other staff offi cers; personnel of PPOand PPSC and other visitors. highlights of the said activity was the giving of certifi cate of appreciation to the different personalities which was given by PSSUPT Robert Roy V. Bahian ,provincial director, assisted by the deputy provincial director, and company commander of PPSC to personalities who had contributed in strengthen-ing police and community relations to the following: Rev James P. Daramayo, senior pastor of gospel alliance church and Pastor Ricky Lagare, resident pastor of Metro Ipil Alliance church for their involvement in strengthening the spiritual and moral values of the PNP personnel; DXKT magic 103.1 fm stationed at Kitabog, Ttitay, Zamboanga Sibugay for allocating free 1- hour radio program last July 17, 2013 ; Sgt. Eduardo A. Mariano (OS),Phil Army and PO2 Julius P. Dayagdag for imparting their knowledge and ideas in relation to bomb awareness, Fire Offi cer 1 Ariel S. Salvanera, lectured about earthquake and fi re drill during the school lecture at Dr. Aurelio Mendoza Memorial Colleges last July 23, 2013 ; and PO3 Dennis Leyson Sevilla as the best PCR PNCO - provincial level. PSI Mark Julius Rebanal was also given Medalya ng Kasanayan (PNP effi ciency award) on his operational accomplishments for the implementation of search warrant and arrest of wanted person. Activity ended successfully at 9:40 in the morning of same date.

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Republic of the PhilippinesPROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY

Capitol Building, Ipil HeightsIpil, Zamboanga Sibugay

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OFFICE OF THE PROVINCIAL GOVERNOR

M E S S A G E It is with great pleasure and deep appreciation that I convey my warm congratulations to the Editorial Staff & Management of the Sibugay Bulletin for initiating the collection of news items, articles and composing the same into a well organized and comprehensive source of information for the constituency of the province as well as the rest of the reading public in the whole Zamboanga Peninsula Region.

This maiden issue highlights the directions of the current provincial leadership in terms of governance, policy direction, and the Thrust priorities on program implementation notably those that have been prioritized in the fi rst One Hundred (100) days of its assumption in response to the social contract between this government and the highest position of the land, His Excellency President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III that show cases tangible accomplishments at the end of the period.

It is likewise worthy inviting all interested sectors of our society to contribute, share and spare any information news articles and items that can be integrated into the next succeeding issues that will bring about good interest for our beloved sibugaynons.

May this Bulletin tribe further in our quest for a balanced information dissemination.

More power!

ATTY. WILTER YAP PALMA Provincial Governor

Republic of the Philippines PROVINCE OF ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY

3.F CAPITOL BLDG., IPIL HEIGHTS, IPIL, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAYIpil, Zamboanga Sibugay

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OFFICE OF THE PROVINCIAL VICE GOVERNOR

ABIDING BY THE PEOPLE’S WILL

The people have spoken. No deed is greater than the effort to unite our people and work for a common vision of making this province a place where we can proudly enjoy a better and prosperous life.

The election is over and so therefore, I challenge everyone to rise above personal convictions in favor of the general welfare. This is the way, and perhaps, the only way to abide by the People’s will.

The mandate is very clear. The Sibugaynon’s wanted a clear path to progress -- a sustainable and genuine agenda of development for the province. Whether we can rise up to this standard is a matter to be decided by future events and generations. However, to establish the fundamentals for socio-economic reforms which will lead to more opportunities is a matter within our capacity to do and effect change in areas where we are wanting and needs improvement.

As I have emphasized at the outset, there is need for unity. We cannot go on chasing our dreams with our house divided. Let us therefore, cross each other’s political divide to form a united front against poverty, injustice and other issues confronting us today.

For sure, we will not be in agreement all the time because there may be issues that we have to discuss and argue to defend each other’s belief and conviction and because that is the essence of democracy. In the end though, the greater welfare of the people must win above our own personal or even party opinions.

As we walk by another milestone in the unfolding history of this province, I am positive that the new leadership, under Governor Wilter Y. Palma, will extend its unifying hand to everyone regardless of the political and cultural divergence among our people. We are already seeing these positive steps and we can only hope for its fruition into a lasting and harmonious working relationship among us.

Having this in mind, I am confi dent of a sustained cooperation between the legislative and the executive branches of our local government. We need this. After all, this is the only way to abide by the people’s will.

MABUHI KITANG TANAN! MABUHI ANG SIBUGAY!

HON. REY ANDRE C. OLEGARIO Provincial Vice Governor

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