Updated: Jun 18
Malaumon si Konsehal Roger Abaday, chairman sa komite sa environment, nga makabaton ang dakbayan sa kaugalingon nga hospital waste facility aron masiguro nga malabay sa insakto ang waste materials gikan sa mga hospital, tambalanan, ug ang mga diagnostic center sa syudad.
Kini human gikonpirma ni Ms. Elvisa Mabelin, Acting Department Head sa City Local Environment and Natural Resources (CLENRO), atol sa tigom sa komite nga hayan matibawas ning tuiga ug mahimo nang maka-operate ang gitukod nga medical waste material facility diha sa Barangay Pagalungan.
Sumala ni Abaday nga mahimong tinubdan sa dugang kinitaan sa syudad kun magsugod na pag-operate ang maong facilidad kay mobayad man ang mga pribadong hospital ug mga diagnostic center nga molabay sa ilang mga waste materials ug sayon ra usab kining ma-monitor kon gatuman ba usab sila sa pag-sumite sa ilang monitoring report ngadto sa hintungdan ahensya sa goberno.
Nunot niini, gitinguha ni Konsehal Roger Abaday nga mapatuman kini sa hingpit tungod ug alang sa kapasigurohan sa kinaiyahan ug kaayuhan sa dakbayan. (MLR/SP)
Updated: Jun 22
Councilor Yevonna Yacine B. Emano, representing Deputy Speaker Bambi B. Emano, joined participants and stakeholders during the Emergency Communications Training and Simulation Exercise held at the Audio-Visual Room of the College of Medicine, USTP Cagayan de Oro Campus, in line with the observance of National Electronics and Telecommunications (NET) Week 2026.
Organized by the Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines–North Mindanao Chapter (IECEP-NM) in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Region 10, the activity was anchored on the theme, “Digital Lifelines: Strengthening Resilience in a Connected World.”
The training brought together approximately 100 participants from various sectors, including offices, civic communications organizations, amateur radio groups, the Philippine National Police (PNP), the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), DICT, local government DRRM units, and Amateur Communications and Radio Clubs (ACRCs) from across Northern Mindanao.
In her message, Councilor Emano underscored the critical role of reliable communication systems in disaster response and emergencies. She emphasized that effective communication enables responders to coordinate more efficiently, reach affected communities promptly, and deliver essential assistance during times of crisis.
The exercise was designed to enhance disaster preparedness and strengthen the capabilities of emergency responders, communication volunteers, and amateur radio operators through practical training and simulation activities.
Among those present were OCD Region 10 Director Antonio B. Sugarol, DICT Region 10 Assistant Regional Director Engr. Michael Andrew E. Buot, former National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) Region 10 Director Engr. Teodoro D. Buenavista Jr., USTP Main Campus Vice Chancellor Engr. Alex L. Maureal, along with representatives from partner agencies and organizations.
The event was spearheaded by IECEP-NM under the leadership of Engr. Francis R. Jariolne, PECE, Governor of the North Mindanao Chapter, with the support of DICT Region 10 and collaborating institutions. (JAO/SP)
Updated: Jun 22
CITY Councilor Edgar S. Cabanlas on Wednesday during the ocular inspection of the proposed Xavier Southwoods subdivision in Barangay Bayanga emphasized the importance of incorporating green initiatives into urban development. He said it is essential that as we expand the city, we also prioritize the environment.
The City Council Committee on Subdivision accompanied by representatives of the city engineer, city planning, and the project engineers of A. Brown Company, Inc., developer, inspected the site of the subdivision in relation to its application for Development Permit (DP) of the project, having an area of 37,500 square meters and generating 115 units (114 house & lot and commercial lot).
As part of the permit conditions, the developer agreed to plant trees in designated areas such as parks and playgrounds, and community facilities within the subdivision.
Additionally, there will be initiatives encouraging homeowners to participate in the city's greening program by planting trees in their own yards.
The committee also inspected the drainage outfall of the subdivision to manage water runoff and mitigate flooding.
The application for DP was endorsed to the committee on laws and rules, chaired by Councilor Cabanlas, for appropriate action. (JBD/SP)