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Performance-based bonus (PBB) for Muntinlupa City Government employees confirmed

December 15, 2023December 12, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, the City Government announced that its employees will get a performance-based bonus (PBB), 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…

Officials and employees of the Muntinlupa City government will get a performance-based bonus (PBB) as an extra Christmas treat.

Majority Floor Leader Raul Corro announced on Dec. 11 that the Muntinlupa City Council passed a resolution on first reading granting the bonus for the fiscal year 2022.

The decision was made after the city government passed the four criteria that allowed it to grant the bonus: performance results, process results, financial results and citizen/client satisfaction result.

The grant of the PBB on Muntinlupa City government personnel was approved by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), which certified that “the City of Muntinlupa is included in the official list of local governments eligible to grant the FY 2022 Performance-Based Bonus to qualified local government officials and employees.”

Muntinlupa’s Local Finance Committee also approved a resolution recommending the release of the PBB to qualified personnel.

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 that the City Government employees will receive the PBB just in time for Christmas?

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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New Life Community Care Foundation International, Inc. (NLCOM) provides relief and meals to Barangay Alabang fire victims

December 14, 2023December 11, 2023carlocarrasco

This past November in the City of Muntinlupa, a fire broke out in Barangay Alabang which affected ten households. Local firefighters were able to put out the fire and subsequently an evacuation center was set up for affected families and other victims.

New Life Community Care Foundation International, Inc. (NLCOM), the compassion arm of New Life Philippines located inside Alabang Hills Village, sent a team to the said evacuation center to support the victims in more ways than one. NLCOM is dedicated to responding to the immediate needs of communities that got hit by disasters and the organization has a track record for all to see.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the December 6, 2023 social media post of NLCOM. Some parts in boldface…

We extended a helping hand to the resilient families impacted by the fire that razed Barangay Alabang, Muntinlupa, and affected ten households.

NLCOM visited the evacuation center on November 11, delivering not just relief bags for the 25 affected families, but also a comforting meal of lunch and heartwarming ginatasang mais. As always, we stand strong in support and compassion to communities in need.

*NLCOM personnel with bags of relief goods for Barangay Alabang fire victims (photo source – NLCOM Facebook page)*

*NLCOM serving food to the victims. (photo source – NLCOM Facebook page)*

For the newcomers reading this, I previously blogged about NLCOM back in 2020 which you can read by clicking here. As mentioned earlier, NLCOM has a history of providing relief to disaster victims and helping them rebuild their lives and communities as they recover.

As their website states, the organization is committed to organizing activities from disaster preparedness trainings, relief goods distribution, mobile kitchen feeding operations, Psychological First Aid to kids and adults traumatized by a disaster, and rebuilding of damaged houses. You can learn more by watching NLCOM’s official YouTube video below…

If you have decided to help potential disaster victims through NLCOM, be aware that New Life’s compassion arm is accepting donations. You may send your monetary donations to:

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CARE FOUNDATION INT’L. INC.

PESO CHECKING ACCOUNT:

Unionbank (Richville Branch)

00-133000543-3

US DOLLAR ACCOUNT:

Unionbank (Richville Branch)

13-133000530-7

Swift Code: ubpphphmm

Via PAYPAL:

https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/nlcomPH

For more information about NLCOM, visit https://nlcom.org.ph/ or visit their office at 2 Don Manolo Boulevard, Alabang Hills Village, Barangay Cupang, Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila, Philippines. Contact them at landline 88091542 extension 426.

In ending post, let me share with you a few holy scriptures that should remind you that God is our source, our provider and the blessedness of giving is absolutely true.

And [God] Who provides seed for the sower and bread for eating will also provide and multiply your [resources for] sowing and increase the fruits of your righteousness [which manifests itself in active goodness, kindness, and charity].

Thus you will be enriched in all things and in every way, so that you can be generous, and [your generosity as it is] administered by us will bring forth thanksgiving to God.

2 Corinthians 9:10-11 (AMPC)

Those who live to bless others will have blessings heaped upon them, and the one who pours out his life to pour out blessings will be saturated with favor.

Proverbs 11:25 (TPT)

He who has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, and that which he has given He will repay to him.

Proverbs 19:17 (AMPC)

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Christmas tree at Las Piñas City Hall lighted

December 12, 2023December 8, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, the City Government officially lighted the Christmas tree at City Hall which was attended by several people, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) article. The event marked the launch of their special program titled “Love Las Piñas Christmas.”

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of the Philippine News Agency. Some parts in boldface…

The festive spirit of the holiday season shone brightly in Las Piñas City as the local government, led by Mayor Imelda Aguilar and Vice Mayor April Aguilar, held its much-anticipated tree lighting ceremony, and the launch of “Love Las Piñas Christmas.”

The event, held on Thursday night at the City Hall Quadrangle, marked a significant moment for the city, symbolizing not only the joy of the season but also the unity and resilience of the Las Piñas community.

*City Government officials led by Mayor Imelda Aguilar (front row) and many others posed with the Christmas tree and decorations at City Hall (in the background). (photo source – Las Piñas PIO)*

The ceremony was attended by several city hall officials, alongside a large gathering of residents, all eager to partake in the festive cheer.

The mayor, in her address, emphasized the importance of unity and community spirit, especially during the festive season despite the recent pandemic.

The ceremony featured a spectacle of lights and music, beginning with a chorale performance from the students of the Dr. Filemon C. Aguilar Memorial College of Las Piñas and a duet performance from Las Piñas City’s Monterozo twins that showcased local talent, adding to the evening’s entertainment and festive atmosphere.

*The Christmas tree at City Hall. (photo source – Las Piñas PIO)*

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? Were you able to visit City Hall at night and see the Christmas tree and decorations around? Do you think Christmas in the city will be happier than last year?

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 congratulates local athletes and aspiring engineers for excellence

December 12, 2023December 9, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, local athletes and aspiring engineers who excelled in competitions and examinations were congratulated by Mayor Ruffy Biazon, 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…

Athletes and aspiring engineers from the City of Muntinlupa showed excellence again in various fields and contests, from the national civil engineers’ board exam to the University Athletics Association of the Philippines (UAAP) and competitions in the Asian level.

Mayor Ruffy Biazon congratulated the athletes and students for excelling in their various fields, saying “It is our hope that your success will continue to inspire and bring honor to our city.“

Among these achievements, the Colegio de Muntinlupa (CDM) logged a 75 percent passing rate in the recent Civil Engineer Licensure Examination by the Philippine Regulatory Commission (PRC), almost twice the national average passing rate of 33 percent.

Flix Mowry Cambahe, Kathleen De Guzman, Via Cris Echavez, Francisco Tan, Ericka Valdisimo, and Christian John Yabillo are the newly minted civil engineers from CDM.

In addition, the city has the honor of producing the latest UAAP Most Valuable Player, Karl Kevin Argana Quiambao of De La Salle University, who hails from Barangay Bayanan.

The city also recently added to its stable of elite athletes Aidanreed Mercado and Sophia Kyra Capistrano who captured gold in the Sprint Men Junior Elite and silver in the Junior Elite Women Category, respectively, in the recent 2023 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Championship.

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 recent achievements made by local athletes and students?

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 opens Christmas bazaar at renovated Alabang Central Market (ACM)

December 11, 2023December 7, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, the City Government formally opened a Christmas bazaar at the renovated Alabang Central Market (ACM) and the bazaar will last until January 1, 2024, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. The bazaar’s operating schedule is 4PM to 10PM.

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

The Muntinlupa City government opened a Christmas bazaar at the renovated Alabang Central Market (ACM), giving shoppers more options this holiday season.

Mayor Ruffy Biazon presided over the reopening of the newly renovated Building B of the ACM and invited shoppers to enjoy the bazaar at the refurbished market.

The new building features 357 stalls for general merchandise, salon services, and dry goods. Building A, which was reopened earlier, is the wet section of the market.

The renovated ACM now has more updated service facilities such as individual power supply, air handling system,️ fire protection system, fire detection and alarm system, and rainwater collection system.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa, are you delighted with this new Christmas bazaar located in the renovated ACM? Have you been to this specific bazaar recently? Do you consider Alabang the best place for Christmas bazaars in the entire south of Metro Manila?

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 receives Seal of Good Local Governance Award 2023

December 7, 2023December 6, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Muntinlupa, the City Government added another major achievement to its list of accomplishments as it received from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) the Seal of Good Local Governance Award 2023, 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…

The Muntinlupa City government received the Seal of Good Local Governance Award 2023 from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).

Muntinlupa is one of the 493 local government unit awardees including 11 from the National Capital Region (NCR).

Awardees from the NCR are Muntinlupa, Caloocan, Malabon, Mandaluyong, Marikina, Navotas, Pasay, Pasig, San Juan, Valenzuela, and Quezon City.

LGUs were assessed based on 10 governance areas. These were financial administration, disaster preparedness, social protection and sensitivity, health compliance and responsiveness, sustainable education, business-friendliness and competitiveness, safety, peace and order, environmental management, tourism, heritage development, culture and the arts, and youth development.

Mayor Ruffy Biazon said Muntinlupa was also an awardee in 2022, 2019 and 2015.

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 this newest award the City Government received?

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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Anti-human trafficking operation in Las Piñas City results in the rescue of several therapists and the arrests of two suspects

December 5, 2023December 1, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, an anti-human trafficking operation conducted by law enforcers resulted in the rescue of several therapists of a so-called wellness spa and the arrests of two suspects, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. The operation took place within Barangay Pamplona Dos.

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

Eight wellness spa therapists were rescued while two suspects were arrested in an anti-human trafficking operation conducted early Thursday, Nov. 30, in Las Piñas City.

The police said members of the Southern Police District (SPD)-Special Operations (SOU), together with members of the Women and Children’s Concern Section (WCCS) and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)-National Capital Region (NCR), conducted an entrapment operation at around 12:10 a.m. in a wellness spa located in Barangay Pamplona Dos, Las Piñas City.

The SPD said the arrested suspects were identified as a certain Mary who served as a pimp and receptionist, and a certain Fred, security and maintenance head of the establishment.

The police said the eight rescued victims are now under the care of the DSWD-NCR while the two suspects were brought to the SPD headquarters for documentation and filing of charges.

Police recovered the P500 marked money, used condoms, and three logbooks with details of some customers.

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 there are spa businesses in your local community that could secretly be involved with prostitution and human trafficking?

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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Chinese national (alleged POGO operator) convicted by Las Piñas City court, sentenced to 20 years prison and P1 million fine for human trafficking

December 4, 2023November 29, 2023carlocarrasco

Human trafficking is a very serious crime here in the Philippines and this was strongly reflected in the decision of a regional trial court (RTC) in Las Piñas City when it convicted a Chinese national and sentenced him to twenty years imprisonment along with a fine of P1 million, according to a Philippine Star news report. The said suspect was reportedly the operator of a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) located in Las Piñas City which got raided.

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

A Las Piñas court has convicted a Chinese man, reported to be a Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO), for human trafficking.

In a decision dated Oct. 27, Judge Phoeve Meer of Regional Trial Court Branch 275 found Andy Chen guilty of violating Republic Act 9208 as amended by RA 10364 or the Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act.

Meer sentenced Chen to 20 years imprisonment and slapped him with a fine of P1 million.

The court also ordered Chen to pay his victim, a Chinese woman, P400,000 in moral and exemplary damages.

The victim, a POGO worker, was rescued by operatives of the Women and Children Protection Center (WCPC) during a raid on XinChuang Network Technology on Alabang-Zapote Road in Barangay Almanza Uno on Dec. 1, 2021.

WCPC director Brig. Gen. Portia Manalad assured the public that perpetrators of human trafficking will face the full force of the police.

In June, 2,724 people, many of them foreigners, were rescued from XinChuang’s compound during a police raid.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, are you satisfied with the RTC’s decision on the suspected POGO operator? Are you concerned that other POGOs in the city could be hot spots for criminal activity? Is the POGO in your local community causing more crime?

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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Vietnamese national arrested in Parañaque City for illegal drugs

November 30, 2023November 27, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the city of Parañaque, a man from Vietnam was arrested by police officers as a result of a successful buy-bust operation, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.

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

A Vietnamese national was arrested by members of the Parañaque City Police Station Drug and Enforcement Unit (SDEU) in a buy-bust operation on Wednesday, Nov. 22.

The Southern Police District (SPD) said the suspect was identified as a certain Le. He was arrested at around 8:85 p.m. along Macapagal Boulevard, Barangay Tambo, Parañaque City.

Recovered from him were five grams of shabu worth P34,000; three plastic sachets containing 18 tablets suspected to be ecstasy worth P30,000, and three grams of powdered ketamine worth P15,000.

The recovered drugs were turned over to the SPD Forensic Unit for quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Parañaque, are you concerned that there could be more foreigners engaging in illegal drugs within 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.

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Las Piñas City’s indigent senior citizens benefit from social pension cash pay-out

November 30, 2023November 27, 2023carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, indigent senior citizens benefited from the cash pay-out organized by the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), the City Government announced via social media. The cash pay-out happened in Barangay Pilar Village and was attended by Vice Mayor April Aguilar.

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

In an event dedicated to the welfare of its elderly residents, the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) of Las Piñas conducted another Social Pension Cash Pay-out for indigent senior citizens on Tuesday, November 21st. The event, held at the Aguilar Sports Complex in Barangay Pilar Village, was a part of the city’s ongoing commitment to support and honor its senior community.

The occasion was graced by City Vice Mayor April Aguilar, reflecting the local government’s dedication to the welfare of its elderly population. Vice Mayor Aguilar’s presence underscored the importance the city places on its senior citizens, acknowledging their contributions and ensuring their comfort in their later years.

The pay-out event was organized efficiently, ensuring that the process was smooth and respectful for the elderly beneficiaries. A significant number of senior citizens from various parts of Las Piñas attended the event, adhering to health and safety protocols.

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? Are you delighted with what the City Government and the CSWDO continued to support local senior citizens? Did any senior citizens in your local community benefited from the recent cash pay-out?

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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