Mark Santos – Page 4 – Author Carlo Carrasco

Las Piñas City Mayor’s daughter supports P103.8 billion reclamation project, appeals to President Marcos and DENR to support it

November 22, 2024November 16, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, business woman and candidate Alelee Aguilar-Andanar expressed her support for the P103.8 billion Las Piñas-Parañaque Coastal Bay Reclamation Project and reached out to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to support it as well so that socio-economic developments in the city will happen, according to a Manila Standard news report.

For the newcomers reading this, Aguilar-Andanar is the daughter of incumbent Mayor Imelda Aguilar and the late Mayor Vergel “Nene” Aguilar.

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

A daughter of Las Piñas Mayor Imelda Aguilar expressed support for the resumption of the P103.8-billion Las Piñas-Parañaque Coastal Bay Reclamation Project as it would generate billion of income to the city’s coffer.

Businesswoman Alelee Aguilar-Andanar appealed to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Department of Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga to sign the notice to proceed of the project as this would create thousands of local jobs, realize pro-poor projects, including socialized housing.

Aguilar-Andanar, who is running for councilor for next year’s election, is the third daughter of the late Las Pinas Mayor Vergel and incumbent Mayor Imelda. Alelle is the wife of former Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Secretary Martin Andanar.

Aguilar-Andanar said the reclamation project is a dream and aspiration of her late father who served as mayor of Las Piñas City from 1995 to 2004 and from 2007 to 2016.

She said (her) father’s vision is to keep pace with modern development. “If we don’t keep up or if we don’t devise a way (to generate income), it will become more difficult for the next generation,” said Aguilar-Andanar, quoting her father. She said (her) father wanted to call the reclamation project Las Piñas, Our Home 2.0.

Aguilar-Andanar said her family would join forces with incumbent councilors Mark Anthony Santos and Henry Medina in convincing their constituents on the benefits of the reclamation projects which could help restore ecosystems, create habitats for wildlife and mitigate flooding.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do you think that now is the time to have the reclamation project approved so that Las Piñas will further develop economically and socially? Do you think that land reclamation only results in flooding and environmental damage? How many people in your local community are aware of the P103.8 billion Las Piñas-Paranaque Coastal Bay Reclamation Project? Will you vote Aguilar-Andanar for City Councilor in May 2025?

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

+++++

Thank you for reading. If you find this article engaging, please click the like button below, share this article to others and also please consider making a donation to support my publishing. If you are looking for a copywriter to create content for your special project or business, check out my services and my portfolio. Feel free to contact me with a private message. Also please feel free to visit my Facebook page Author Carlo Carrasco and follow me on Twitter at @HavenorFantasy as well as on Tumblr at https://carlocarrasco.tumblr.com/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/authorcarlocarrasco

For more South Metro Manila community news and developments, come back here soon. Also say NO to fake news, NO to irresponsible journalism, NO to misinformation, NO to plagiarists, NO to reckless publishers and NO to sinister propaganda when it comes to news and developments. For South Metro Manila community developments, member engagement, commerce and other relevant updates, join the growing South Metro Manila Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/342183059992673

Las Piñas City Health and Wellness Caravan serves over 800 residents in Barangay Pilar

November 21, 2024November 13, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, the Health and Wellness Caravan served more than eight hundred residents during its stop in Barangay Pilar, the City Government announced via social media.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt of the City Government’s social media post. Some parts in boldface…

The Las Piñas Health and Wellness Caravan continued its citywide outreach, bringing vital health services to residents at the Aguilar Sports Complex in Pilar on Tuesday, November 5. The event served over 800 residents, providing comprehensive medical and wellness services to ensure the community’s health needs were addressed effectively.

Residents had access to different services, including medical consultations, blood sugar and cholesterol testing, blood typing, ECGs, chest X-rays, and dental treatments. The program also included the distribution of free medications, pneumonia vaccinations for senior citizens, lifestyle-related illness risk screening, and assistance with PhilHealth registration. Additionally, the Green Card Help Desk offered support for hospitalization benefits, and mobile birth registration services were made available, alongside an area offering free massages.

City Vice Mayor April Aguilar was present at the event, emphasizing the importance of accessible healthcare for all Las Piñeros. She was joined by City Councilor Henry Medina and City Council District 2 candidates Lester Aranda, Euan Toralballa, Tito Martinez, and Macky Saito. Their collective presence highlighted the city’s dedication to delivering healthcare services directly to the community. City Health Office head Dr. Juliana Gonzalez also attended, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the event.

Dr. Gonzalez spoke on the significance of preventive healthcare and the impact of the caravan in reaching underserved populations. She noted that these initiatives are crucial in promoting a healthier community by identifying and addressing medical concerns early.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Has the City Government organized a Health and Wellness Caravan in your local community recently?

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

+++++

Las Piñas City Councilors Santos and Medina claim P103.8 billion reclamation project won’t cause flooding

November 20, 2024November 10, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, Councilors Mark Santos and Henry Medina defended the P103.8 billion Las Piñas-Parañaque Coastal Bay Reclamation Project – already approved by the Supreme Court in 2021 – from allegations that it will cause flooding, according to a Manila Standard news report.

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

Two incumbent Las Pinas City councilors denied allegations that the P103.8-billion Las Piñas-Parañaque Coastal Bay Reclamation Project could lead to “disastrous flooding” in two Metro Manila cities.

Las Piñas City councilors Mark Anthony Santos and Henry Medina said the multi-billion project was already approved by the Supreme Court in 2021, after dismissing the environmental concerns raised by Las Pinas residents.

Voting 11-2, the Supreme Court (SC) en banc approved on Oct. 21, 2021 the reclamation project of around 530 hectares of the Manila Bay coastline in Las Piñas and Parañaque, ruling that the supposed environmental threat was not sufficiently established.

It was penned by Associate Justice Rosmari Carandang, with dissents from Associate Justices Marvic Leonen and Amy Lazaro Javier. Associate Justice Samuel Gaerlan did not vote. There were only 14 justices when the ruling was promulgated.

Alltech Contractors proposed developing 321.26 hectares of land in Las Piñas and 174.88 hectares in Parañaque, both along the coastline of Manila Bay in 2009.

The Philippine Reclamation Authority approved the project in 2010, subject to compliance with environmental rules.

Santos said the petitioners against the project failed to provide sufficient evidence of environmental harm and that he supports the reclamation for its potential economic benefits, including socialized housing and job creation.

Medina said while the SC initially granted a Writ of Kalikasan in 2012, it later allowed the Court of Appeals to hear the case.

The CA ruled that the petitioners failed to support their claim by any competent, credible and reliable evidence that the proposed reclamation project will expose Las Piñas and Parañaque residents to catastrophic environmental damage.

According to the CA, Tricore Solutions Inc. and Center for Environmental Concerns-Philippines, the companies commissioned by the petitioners, failed to conduct a comprehensive and objective assessment of the proposed project.

The two companies also lacked the expertise necessary in the field of hydrology and hydraulics to competently conclude that the proposed project will cause environmental damage, the CA said.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do you think that any form of reclamation within the city will cause flooding or any other form of severe environmental damage? Do you think that reclamation will be economically beneficial for Las Piñas and its people?

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

+++++

More than 600 Barangay Pamplona Uno residents served during Las Piñas City Health and Wellness Caravan

November 19, 2024November 10, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, the Health and Wellness Caravan served more than six hundred residents of Barangay Pamplona Uno with varied services during its stop there, according to the City Government’s announcement via social media.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt of the City Government’s social media post. Some parts in boldface…

The Las Piñas Health and Wellness Caravan continued to provide accessible healthcare to residents at the Balagtas Covered Court in Pamplona Uno on Tuesday, October 29, serving over 600 residents, who availed of a range of health and wellness services aimed at promoting a healthier community.

The caravan offered essential medical services, including consultations, blood sugar and cholesterol testing, blood typing, dental treatments, ECGs, and chest X-rays. Residents also benefited from free medications dispensed at the pharmacy, pneumonia vaccinations for senior citizens, lifestyle-related illness risk screening, and support for PhilHealth registration. Additional services included Greencard enrollment, mobile birth registration, and a dedicated area providing relaxing massages.

City Vice Mayor April Aguilar attended the event, underscoring the local government’s commitment to improving healthcare accessibility. She was joined by City Councilor Mark Anthony Santos, City Council aspirants Alelee Aguilar and Marlon Rosales, and City Health Office head Dr. Juliana Gonzalez. Their presence highlighted the collaborative efforts between city officials and healthcare professionals to bring essential services directly to the community.

Dr. Juliana Gonzalez emphasized that the Health and Wellness Caravan continues to make a significant impact by reaching underserved populations. She stressed the importance of preventive healthcare and the role of these caravans in addressing health issues early, ensuring residents receive comprehensive care and guidance on managing their well-being.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? When was the last time the City Government’s Health and Wellness Caravan was held in your local community?

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

+++++

Las Piñas City Councilor Santos asks DENR to authorize P103.8 billion Las Piñas-Parañaque reclamation plan

October 31, 2024October 24, 2024carlocarrasco

In recent times, Las Piñas City Councilor and congressional candidate Mark Santos formally asked the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to authorize the Las Piñas-Parañaque Coastal Bay Reclamation Project of the national government which is worth over P100 billion, according to a Manila Standard news report.

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

Las Piñas City Councilor and congressional candidate Mark Anthony Santos asked the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to authorize the P103.8-billion Las Piñas-Paranaque Coastal Bay Reclamation Project of the national government.

Santos said the clearance to proceed with the project remained unresolved by the members of DENR’s Protective Area Management Board, despite the SC decision three years ago.

“The status of the project remains at the detailed engineering stage,” he said.

Santos said that in an en banc decision on Oct. 21, 2021, the Supreme Court, voting 11-2, approved the reclamation project of around 530 hectares of the Manila Bay coastline in Las Piñas- Parañaque, ruling that the supposed threat to environment was not sufficiently established.

Alltech Contractors proposed the project to develop 321.26 hectares of land in Las Piñas and 174.88 hectares in Parañaque, both along the coastline of Manila Bay in 2009. The Philippine Reclamation Authority approved the project in 2010 subject to compliance to environmental rules.

Alltech submitted an amended environmental performance report management plan (EPRMP) in December that year and expanded the project to cover 203.43 hectares in Parañaque and 431.71 hectares in Las Piñas.

The DENR-Environmental Management Bureau issued the environmental compliance certificate (ECC) for the project In March 2011, after Alltech Contractors submitted scientific and expert studies that assessed the potential flooding and flushing impact that may arise from the coastal bay project.

The SC decision suggests that the city government of Las Piñas may proceed with the reclamation project despite residents’ objections, said Santos.

Santos said the city councils of Las Piñas and Parañaque issued the corresponding resolutions authorizing their respective city mayors to explore the proposal under a joint venture agreement (JVA).

The cities of Las Piñas and Parañaque eventually accepted Alltech’s proposal, and the parties executed their respective JVAs, he said.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do you think it is high-time for the reclamation in Las Piñas to proceed?

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

+++++

Vice Mayor April Aguilar files COC to run for Mayor of Las Piñas, Mayor Imelda Aguilar to run for Vice Mayor

October 8, 2024October 7, 2024carlocarrasco

Yesterday at the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) office in the City of Las Piñas, Vice Mayor April Aguilar filed her certificate of candidacy (COC) to run for the office of Mayor in the May 2025 local elections. Her mother – Mayor Imelda Aguilar – filed her COC to run for Vice Mayor. City Councilor Mark Santos formalized his candidacy for the city’s Congressional seat the day before.

The Aguilars and Santos lead the election group called Team Aguilar which also announced its slate of candidates for the City Council covering the two local districts. The City Council candidates names are as follows:

District One – Alelee Aguilar, Zardi Abellera, Brian Bayog, Robert Cristobal, Marlon Rosales and Mac Mac Santos.

District Two – Henry Medina, Luigi Casimero, Tito Martinez, Lester Aranda, Macky Saito and Euan Toralballa.

For the newcomers reading this, Mayor Imelda Aguilar is serving her third consecutive term while Vice Mayor April Aguilar is serving her second term. The maximum number of consecutive terms of public service is three terms.

To put things in perspective, watch the social media video posted by the Facebook page of Vice Mayor April Aguilar by clicking https://www.facebook.com/share/v/29f45Euhbqt2xFu9/

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do you intend to vote for Vice Mayor April Aguilar as Mayor in May 2025?

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

+++++

Satima villagers receive relief packs from Las Piñas City Government

October 1, 2024September 24, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, residents of Satima Village received relief packs from the City Government, according to an official announcement via social media. Vice Mayor April Aguilar, Councilor Mark Santos and other local officials led the distribution of the relief goods.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from City Government’s social media post. Some parts in boldface…

City Vice Mayor April Aguilar, alongside City Councilor Mark Anthony Santos and several City Department Heads, led the distribution of relief packs to residents of Satima Village in its efforts to support communities in need. The event, held at the Heritage Homes Covered Court in Barangay Talon Dos on Monday, September 9, aimed to provide much-needed assistance to families in the area.

The relief packs, provided in partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), were distributed to dozens of residents who gathered at the venue. Vice Mayor Aguilar expressed her commitment to ensuring that aid reaches every community in Las Piñas, especially in times of need.

The distribution was part of the city’s ongoing Programang Pang-Nutrisyon Para sa Las Piñeros, which seeks to improve the overall well-being of Las Piñas residents through various support initiatives.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do many members of your local community hope to receive relief packs from the City Government under the Programang Pang-Nutrisyon Para sa Las Piñeros program?

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

+++++

	Instapundit »… on Venezuela To Turn Over 30 Mill…
	Instapundit »… on Venezuela’s Dictator Maduro Ca…
	Instapundit »… on Japanese Prime Minister Takaic…
	Luke on Japanese Language Proficiency…
	Instapundit »… on Japanese Language Proficiency…

Share this:

Share this:

Share this:

Share this:

Share this:

Share this:

Share this: