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Giant Christmas tree at Muntinlupa City Hall lighted

November 22, 2023November 21, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the progressive City of Muntinlupa, the lights of the huge Christmas tree located at the quadrangle of City Hall were formally switched on by sevel local officials including the Mayor, the Congressional Representative, the Vice Mayor, members of the City Council and others, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. The lighting ceremony reminded locals that the Christmas season has indeed arrived in the city.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

It’s officially Christmas season in Muntinlupa.

The Muntinlupa City government ushered in the Yuletide season by holding the giant Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Nov. 17 at the Muntinlupa City hall quadrangle.

Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon, Rep. Jaime Fresnedi, Vice Mayor Artemio Simundac, councilors and city officials led the Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Biazon was joined by his wife, Trina, and their children at the ceremony.

*The Mayor, Vice Mayor, Congressman and other officials present during the lighting ceremony of the giant Christmas tree at the quadrangle of City Hall. (photo source – Muntinlupa PIO)*

According to the Muntinlupa Public Information Office (PIO), the giant Christmas tree is 34-foot tall plus the three-foot lantern topper for a total height of 37 feet.

The Christmas tree is adorned with 500 strings of pixel lights, 500 fairy lights, 200 globe bulbs, 50 strobe lights and 40 dozens of ornaments.

*This is what the giant Christmas tree looks like during the day.*

Simula na ito ng Paskong Nakakaproud sa Muntinlupa! We dedicate this celebration bilang pasasalamat sa lahat ng biyaya na natatanggap natin at sa buhay natin sa kasalukuyan (This is the start of Paskong Nakakaproud in Muntinlupa! We dedicate this celebration as thanks for all the blessings that we receive and our lives),” said Biaozn

Visitors can watch the Christmas Lights Show at the Muntinlupa City Hall starting Monday, Nov. 20, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa, were you able to see the giant Christmas tree at City Hall during your last visit there? If you have seen the Christmas tree in front of City Hall lighted during the evening, does it look impressive?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Muntinlupa City’s Christmas gift-giving (Pamaskong Handog) for 150,000 families ongoing

November 21, 2023November 17, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, the City Government launched the distribution of consumable goods for an estimated one hundred and fifty thousand families with the Christmas season in mind, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…

Christmas came early for Muntinlupa residents as the city government has started distributing Pamaskong Handog packages containing grocery items.

“This year, we have prepared—based on the city’s population and average number of family members—150,000 Pamaskong Handog packages para sa estimated 150,000 families of Muntinlupa,” said Mayor Ruffy Biazon at the kickoff distribution on Nov. 15.

Each Pamaskong Handog package contains a spaghetti package (pasta and sauce), milk, champorado and chocolate drink.

City government personnel will visit communities from purok to subdivisions to distribute the Christmas packages.

Biazon said the distribution of the Pamaskong Handog packages will be scheduled by barangay and those with questions can visit the help desk at each distribution venue.

“Sa pag-celebrate natin ng Pasko, magpasalamat tayo sa mga biyayang natatanggap natin at sa buhay na taglay natin (In celebration of Christmas, we should be thankful for the blessings that we receive and the life that we have),” said Biazon.

He thanked city officials and employees who went around the city for a month to list the names of the Pamaskong Handog beneficiaries.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are you delighted with the Pamaskong Handog distribution of the City Government covering 150,000 families?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Visit Mardi Gras Bazaar (2023) at Madison Galeries now!

November 18, 2023December 4, 2023carlocarrasco

NOTE: Shortly after the launch of Mardi Gras Bazaar, Madison Galeries renamed it into Mardi Gras Warehouse Sale which had its last sale on December 2 and 3, 2023. The previous announced schedule of Mardi Gras Bazaar set for November 18 to December 31, 2023, no longer matters.

It has finally happened and already a lot of people have joined in for their shopping needs or purposes. I’m talking about the latest Mardi Gras Bazaar which officially started this morning at the 3^rd floor of Madison Galeries along Don Jesus Boulevard, Alabang Hills, Barangay Cupang, Muntinlupa City, and I personally visited and bought some nice things with the Christmas season in mind.

*Mardi Gras Bazaar this year is happening at the 3rd floor of Madison Galeries. If you go further in, there is a lot of space inside with all the products for sale.*

Also taking place right now is the Christmas Sale of Oriental Merchants at the 4^th floor of the same mall.

For the newcomers reading this, the Mardi Gras Bazaar this year will last until December 31, 2023 with a schedule of 10AM to 8:30 PM. In my personal experience, this is my 2^nd time to attend the bazaar at Madison Galeries and it also marked the first time in four years since I last attended it (read my 2019 Mardi Gras Bazaar experience by clicking here).

More on the ongoing Mardi Gras Bazaar, check out the pictures I posted below and may these be a reference for you all…

*A wide shot of the venue of the bazaar. There is a lot more products not seen in this image.*

*Looking for a new bicycle? Mardi Gras Bazaar has it!*

*The return of Mardi Gras Bazaar is indeed special. So many products with attractive prices around.*

*In the background are the counters where shoppers lineup with their selected products. Payments by cash, GCash (e-wallet) and credit cards are accepted.*

*In my experience, the process has been orderly.*

For those of you who need directions to get to Madison Galeries for the bazaar, posted below is a screenshot from the social media post of the mall…

As we now live in the post-pandemic age, the newest Mardi Gras Bazaar is an important event not simply because it offers shoppers opportunities to acquire good items at discounted rates but also because it contributes to the normalization of life after the depression of COVID-19.

That being said, I encourage you my readers to take the opportunity to come to Madison Galeries and join the Mardi Gras Bazaar while there is still time. I encourage you also tell your neighbors and friends in our communities about it.

*For your reference, this was at the ground floor of Madison Galeries along Don Jesus Boulevard.*

For more information about Mardi Gras Bazaar (2023) and other activities at Madison Galeries, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MadisonGaleries

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Nutcracker Christmas Bazaar inside Alabang Hills Village set for December 1-3, 2023

November 17, 2023November 15, 2023carlocarrasco

Calling all the shoppers and gift item searchers among you. The Alabang Hills Village Association (AHVA) will once again be having the Nutcracker Christmas Bazaar from December 1 to 3, 2023 at their park in the Phase 2 area. The said bazaar will take place from 9AM to 9PM each day.

*This year’s Nutcracker Christmas Bazaar already publicized within Alabang Hills Village.*

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the AHVA’s official announcement. Some parts in boldface…

Once again drawing on the theme of Tchaikovsky’s world-famous Christmas ballet, “The Nutcracker”, this year’s bazaar promises to be even bigger and better!

When: December 1 to 3 (Friday to Sunday), 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Where: AHV Phase 2 Park

Come to the Nutcracker Christmas Bazaar and enjoy —

•Christmas Tree & Bazaar Lighting Ceremony on December 2 at 6:00 PM

•Uncle Drosselmeyer’s Enchanted Market (the bazaar)

•The Kingdom of Sweets and Savories (the food pavilion), and

•Harlequin Theatre (the stage and performance area).

The bazaar’s fun highlights will include Bingo & Raffle in the afternoons, Dance, Food, Magic, Music, and more!

Entrance to the bazaar is free! Invite your friends and relatives and together let’s make this a fun and memorable community celebration this Christmas.

A portion of the proceeds from the bazaar will go to the beneficiary of the AHV Christmas Outreach Program.

To know more about Nutcracker Christmas Bazaar, call the AHVA landline at (02) 8850-8254.

For the newcomers reading this, there was a Nutcracker Christmas Bazaar in Alabang Hills Village that happened in December 2022. Watch the video below and observe…

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, would you consider visiting the Nutcracker Christmas Bazaar for your search for items to give?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Alabang Hills Village Association launches NEMTOS (Non-Emergency Messaging to Security)

November 15, 2023November 13, 2023carlocarrasco

The Alabang Hills Village Association (AHVA) recently announced to its members the launch of a new procedure related to messaging with their security team over non-emergency matters formally called Non-Emergency Messaging to Security (NEMTOS). NEMTOS is a joint project of the AHVA Admin & Communications, and the Security & Safety committees.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt of the AHVA’s official NEMTOS announcement. Some parts in boldface…

We are happy to announce the launch of NEMTOS, short for Non-Emergency Messaging to Security, AHVA’s new procedure for the relay of your non-emergency messages to Security. Messages are to be relayed through Viber.

The objective of NEMTOS is to streamline non-emergency messaging between ourselves and AHV Security by simplifying and hastening communications while decongesting our two Security landlines so that these may be freed up mainly for emergency calls. It is our hope that, over time, this alternative approach will become our primary way of communicating non-emergency messages to Security.

Examples of non-emergency messages would be when we want to advise Security of:

-food and non-food deliveries to our homes (Grab, Lalamove, restaurants, etc.)

-the entry of guests/visitors into the village

-the entry of appliance repairmen, technicians, workers, manicurists, massage therapists, etc.

-noise disturbances

-road hazards/debris

-lost pets/items

-tricycle requests

With NEMTOS, there will be no need to dial, and repeatedly redial the Security landlines when these are busy. Your non-emergency messages, sent through Viber, will reach Security immediately. Within a couple of minutes, Security will acknowledge receipt of your message. This way, when you have an emergency that you need to communicate to Security ASAP, your call will get through immediately instead of getting held up by a non-emergency call. This will be better for all of us, whether it’s to contact Security for a non-emergency need, or, for a more urgent and critical emergency purpose.

The NEMTOS Viber number is 0939-934-7837.

To begin using NEMTOS, you will first need to register your cell phone number(s) with AHVA Admin. Below please find the Registration Form. The form can also be downloaded and printed from the AHVA website, or picked up at the AHVA Admin Office during regular office hours. Kindly fill out the form and read and abide by the program’s Rules and Guidelines. Don’t forget to sign the form. Drop your completed and signed form at the Admin Office. The Program Rules and Guidelines will tell you exactly how and when to use NEMTOS.

NEMTOS-Registration-Form-2023.10.27-1 Download

After you have registered AND been enrolled by Admin into the system, you will receive an acknowledgement via SMS. That will be your signal that you can start using the system. Please allow three (3) working days from your Registration Form submission date to receive the acknowledgement message.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, do you think your village or homeowners association could take inspiration from the NEMTOS project of Alabang Hills?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Muntinlupa City’s Ramirez and Napolis formally honored by City Government for Asian Games achievements

November 14, 2023November 9, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, local residents Annie Ramirez and Kaila Napolis were formally honored by the City Government for winning medals for the Philippines in the jiu-jitsu events of the 19th Asian Games that took place in China, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. The City Government approved two resolutions for them which were signed by Mayor Ruffy Biazon. Previously they were congratulated.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin report. Some parts in boldface…

The Muntinlupa City government honored Asian Games medalists and residents Annie Ramirez and Kaila Napolis for their feats.

In two resolutions, the Muntinlupa City Council congratulated Ramirez for winning a gold medal in jiu-jitsu (57 kg) and Napolis for taking home a bronze medal in jiu-jitsu (52 kg) at the 19th Asian Games held in China.

Resolution Nos. 2023-339 and 2023-340 for the two medalists were signed by Mayor Ruffy Biazon.

“Annie Ramirez, a three-time Asian champion, defended her unbeaten run and ruled the Women’s Jiu-Jitsu Competition (57 kg) in the recently concluded Asian Games,” according to Resolution No. 2023-340.

Resolution No. 2023-339 stated that “Napolis, a two-time world championships medalist, secured the Bronze Medal in Women’s Jiu-jitsu (52kg) adding it to the 18 medals bagged by the Philippine Athletes in the recently concluded Asian Games.”

“The Sangguniang Panlungsod ng Muntinlupa is extending its heartfelt congratulations to all the Muntinlupeno Athletes and Coaches …for bringing honor and prestige to the City of Muntinlupa and serve as epitome of excellence and inspiration to our youth,” the two resolutions added.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are you delighted with what local residents Ramirez and Napolis achieved for the city and the nation? Do they inspire you to engage in sports someday?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Muntinlupa City Government recognized by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)

November 9, 2023November 6, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently the City Government of Muntinlupa was recognized and commended by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), according to a Manila Bulletin news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

The Muntinlupa City government earned recognition and commendations from the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).

The PCCI gave the Muntinlupa City government a special recognition at the 2023 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit Awards.

The city government also received eight major commendations at the 2023 Urban Governance Exemplar Awards organized by DILG.

“Indeed, we have many, many reasons to be proud of our city. But most of all, we are very grateful for the validation of our efforts to make life better for all Muntinlupeños. Mabuhay tayo!” said Mayor Ruffy Biazon.

The city government earned the special citation from the PCCI for its continuing commitment to excellence in business transactions, such as the multi-awarded Business One-Stop Shop (BOSS) system.

It can be recalled that Muntinlupa has been recognized several times by the PCCI as the Most Business-Friendly LGU in the country for its innovative and people-centric approach to business transactions.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are you delighted over what the City Government achieved with regards to public service, business-friendliness and efficiency?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Muntinlupa City Mayor looking forward to programs and plans of BSKE winners

November 3, 2023November 2, 2023carlocarrasco

In Muntinlupa City, Mayor Ruffy Biazon expressed that he is looking forward to the kind of plans and programs that the winners of the recent Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) would execute within their respective communities, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon said he is looking forward to what kind of programs the winning candidates in the Oct. 30 elections will implement in their respective barangays.

Filipinos voted in the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) to choose their new leaders.

“Congratulations sa mga nanalo sa Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections 2023! Looking forward ako sa mga programang isusulong niyo sa barangay niyo (Congratulations to all the winners in the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections 2023! Looking forward to programs that you will promote in your barangay),” Biazon posted on Facebook.

He added, “Sana ay magkatulungan din tayo sa pagsulong mg 7K Agenda ng pamahalaang lungsod (I hope we can cooperate in promoting the 7K Agenda of the city government).”

“Sa mga hindi nagwagi, don’t look at this as the end of the road. See it as a fork on the road that allows you to change the scenery of your journey towards the goal of helping your city and the people,” he said.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, were the barangay and SK elections in your local community held peacefully? Are you aware of who has been elected as the captain, SK chair and councilors in your barangay? Were all the winners in your barangay proclaimed already by the local COMELEC?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Muntinlupa City Government congratulates local resident Napolis for winning 2023 World Combat Games women’s jiu-jitsu gold medal

November 1, 2023October 29, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently, the City Government of Muntinlupa congratulated local resident Kaila Napolis for winning the 52Kg women’s jiu-jitsu gold medal in the 2023 World Combat Games that took place in Saudi Arabia.

The congratulatory message was done through the City Government’s official Facebook page on October 28 with a picture post. For the newcomers reading this, this is not the first time Napolis made big achievements in international sports events and has been congratulated by the City Government before (read my past blog posts by clicking here, here, here and here).

*From the official Facebook page of Muntinlupa City.*

Napolis is a resident of Barangay Poblacion. The full details of her latest achievement can be read in the Philippine News Agency’s (PNA) sports news article.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the PNA sports news article. Some parts in boldface…

The Philippines claimed its first gold medal in the 2023 World Combat Games following the triumph of ju-jitsu fighter Kaila Jenna Napolis at the King Saud University Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila).

“It’s my first time to qualify in such an event. It feels surreal to be able to get a gold medal especially here in the World Combat Games,” the 25-year-old Napolis told the Philippine News Agency on Thursday.

She scored a 2-0 victory over Anael Pannetier of France in the final of the women’s -52kg Ne-Waza.

“She looks intimidating by her stance and she’s a bit bigger than me so I’m very nervous going into the match. I feel like throwing up but I had to focus and give it my all because it is finals already,” shared Napolis, who defeated Adriana Cruz of Colombia, 6-0, in the quarterfinal and Mongljin Ganbaatar of Mongolia via submission in the semifinal.

“When I stepped on the mat, my mind was cleared already. I just wanna execute my techniques first and have a very good control on her,” added the 2023 Cambodia SEA Games gold medalist and Hangzhou Asian Games silver medalist.

Napolis was grateful to national coach John Baylon for accompanying her in the tournament.

“It’s my first time to travel alone without a teammate so I’m super thankful to coach John for helping me with the training here, assisting me with the schedules, being my corner man and masseur,” said Napolis, a member of the Paranaque-based Checkmat Manila Club headed by coach Manny Jimenez.

“Kaila deserved the gold medal, she trained hard and came here prepared,” said Baylon, a nine-time judo gold medalist in the SEA Games. He also competed in the 1988 (Seoul) and 1992 (Barcelona) Olympics.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, are you very delighted to learn about the latest gold medal victory of Napolis? Does Napolis inspire people in your local community to engage in sports competitions?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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COMELEC hopes for longer voting period in the next BSKE

November 1, 2023October 30, 2023carlocarrasco

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is hoping for a longer period for voting in the next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE), according to a GMA Network news report. The BSKE this year happened this past Monday with a voting period of 7AM to 3PM although a few cities had early voting hours of 5AM to 7AM for senior citizens, pregnant women and persons with disabilities (PWDs).

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the GMA Network news article. Some parts in boldface…

Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Garcia on Monday said that he is hoping that the next Barangay and Sangguninang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) will have longer voting hours.

This, as Garcia said he expects long queues in voting precincts today, which will only be open until 3 p.m.

“Sana nga po dumating ang pagkakataon na mabago ang ating batas na sa halip na alas tres lamang ang pagboto sa BSKE ay sana kahit gawing mga alas singko man lang ito para po makapagsilbi sa mas maraming botante,” Garcia told reporters in an ambush interview after he cast his vote at Banaba Cerca Integrated School in Cavite.

(We look forward to the time when we can amend the law to extend the voting hours for BSKE until 5 p.m. so we can accommodate more voters.)

Aside from longer voting hours, Garcia is also hoping for a new law that will allow the poll body to provide seamless voting for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and heavily pregnant women.

“‘Yun ang kadahilanan kung bakit pinu-push ng Comelec ang Early Voting Law dahil… makaka-register kayo nang mas maaga. Pag naka-register nang mas maaga, alam namin kung saan kayo boboto o kung kayo ba ay boboto nang isang linggo bago ang eleksyon,” explained Garcia.

(That is the reason why Comelec is pushing for an Early Voting Law. This will enable vulnerable sectors to register early and if possible, vote a week earlier.)

The Comelec chief then apologized to the vulnerable sectors who experienced inconvenience due to the required signing of a waiver form.

“Pasensya na po kayo. ‘Yun po ‘yung mga isa sa mga tinitingnan natin sa pilot testing natin, [kung] ano ang mga adjustment na gagawin natin,” he said.

(We ask for your patience. This is one of the things that we want to assess during our pilot test to determine the things that need adjustments.)

“First time po natin itong ginawa…pero wag po kayo mag-alala. Sa susunod na gagawin natin nationwide ‘yan, mawawala ang ganyang klase ng mga papeles o dokumento,” he added.

(This is the first time that we did this. The next time we hold this nationwide, we will no longer require those documents.)

Vulnerable sectors in Muntinlupa City and Naga City, Camarines Sur were allowed to vote early on Monday as they were allowed to cast their votes at 5 a.m.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you were able to vote in the BSKE this past Monday, are you convinced that a longer period of voting is needed? Do you prefer more early voting periods for vulnerable voters or special lanes to be made to accommodate them? Do you think an extended voting period will be effective in accommodating more voters in the BSKE?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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