PRRC, NCCA and PETA launched “Taga-Alog 2018: Unang Alon” to develop Pasig River

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC), National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), Philippine Educational Theatre Association (PETA), national government agencies, local government units (LGUs) and private organizations join forces for the development of the Pasig River through a creative campaign entitled “Taga-Alog, River Pasig: Balik Tanaw, Balik Sigla!" launched today, June 28, 2018.

 

The PRRC, NCCA, and PETA together with Department of Tourism (DOT), the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), local governments of Pasig, Makati, Manila, Mandaluyong, San Juan and Marikina and the British Council convened to promote the development of Pasig River as a source of Filipino identity.

 

The Taga-Alog is a project paying homage to the Pasig River as medium and space for collective memory and cultural identity and to show concern for the community through the artistic creations and research initiatives that can be used by the community as a basis for crafting development initiatives

 

According to PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia “we welcome the various art forms that will be used to promote the value and significance of the Pasig River as a source of Filipino cultural identity and PRRC will do its best to support and help in the realization of these advocacy projects.”

 

To strengthen the cooperation between agencies, a memorandum of understanding has been signed by the officials of the aforementioned agencies for the implementation of the campaign.

 

Under the agreement, the group will conduct series of researches for the formulation of creative strategies and site development of Pasig River and the communities alongside it. The campaign will be experienced through visual arts, films/ photography, literature, music, dance, theatre which will be shared in multimedia platforms.

 

Goitia emphasized the importance of cooperation between the public and private sectors for the success of the project. "This project will foster the enrichment of a Filipino national culture. In this way, more people would eventually give importance and appreciation for the Pasig River," Goitia concluded.

 

For inquiries, please feel free to get in touch with any of the following:

 

George Oliver G. Dela Rama

Head, Public Information Advocacy and Tourism Division

Tel. No. (02) 926-5232 local 116  

Mobile No.: 0917-570-0523

E-mail: georgedelarama.prrc@gmail.com  

https://www.facebook.com/PRRCph/

 

Alyssa Chrizelle N. Miclat

Information Officer III (Media and Communications Section Head)  

Tel. No.: (02) 926-5232 local 116  

Mobile No.: 09334996737

E-mail: pprc.gov@gmail.com

PRRC, LIAC relocates Talayan Fire Victims

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) and the Local Inter-Agency Committee (LIAC) of Quezon City relocated 111 illegal occupants at San Francisco River, Barangay Talayan on July 25, 2018.

The said families were victims of a major fire that occurred last August 11, 2017, and were immediately offered relocation assistance but they did not cooperate.

Various relocation sites have been offered since 2013 which include San Jose Del Monte, Norzagaray, Pandi and Balagtas in Bulacan and Morong in Rizal for off-road relocation as well as in Tala and Camarin Residences in Caloocan City for near city relocation and Holy Spirit Relocation Site in Quezon City for in-city relocation.

After several times Pre-Demolition Conferences, the PRRC and LIAC eventually won the cooperation of some ISFs but the majority still refused to voluntarily demolish their houses and to be relocated.

The ISFs refusing relocation were claiming that the land was awarded to them. 

According to PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia, from the 160 ISFs in Barangay Talayan, a total of 49 families relocated by the PRRC in collaboration with the NHA (National Housing Authority) and the LIAC in Morong, Rizal.

Of the 49 families, 39 ISFs were relocated in September 2017, eight ISFs on July 27, 2017 and two ISFs on May 29, 2018.

The presence of the remaining ISFs had delayed the San Francisco River development projects of the PRRC such as the widening of the river, bank improvement, dredging and linear park development.

The scope of the project would directly benefit Barangays Damayan, Mariblo and Talayan in Quezon City.

During the meeting, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) released the subdivision plan / cadastral map based on the 26.4 + 3 meter legal easement of the San Francisco River project supplemental to the Supreme Court mandamus on waterways.

The local government of Quezon City likewise dismantled the informal settlements to ensure that the relocatees would not come back. “I am sad that we have reached this point. It is important that we expedite and complete the rehabilitation and development of the San Francisco River because it is a major tributary of the San Juan River, which drains to the Pasig River,” Executive Director Goitia explained.

Over 200 Pasig River relocatees receive free medical aid from PRRC

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) in partnership with St. Joseph Academy of Valenzuela Alumni Association, Salcres Physical Therapy Foundation International Inc., Myshare Foundation and Wow Health and Wellness Optical Clinic, spearheaded a medical mission on June 2, 2018 at Jaime Cardinal Sin Village (JCSV), 728 Housing, Punta Sta. Ana, Manila City.

 

This free medical mission was given to at least 200 individuals relocated from the banks of the Pasig River into one of the country’s first in-city relocation sites in Metro Manila.

 

To be recalled, PRRC and Serviam Foundation Inc, relocated these families living in shanties and makeshift houses beside the Pasig River last quarter of 2008 to first quarter of 2009 to improve the health and living conditions of our fellow Filipinos exposed to polluted waterways help and to improve water quality through the reduction of untreated solid and liquid wastes dumped by the informal settlers.

 

The objectives of this medical mission are: (1) to provide the JCSV community medical care to those who needed it, who have limited or no access to it, and who cannot afford it, (2) to provide health assessment so that the community attains a greater degree of self-sufficiency, and (3) to intensify PRRC’s Information, Education and Communication Campaign by providing high level of public awareness in taking care of the environment.

The activity was participated by medical doctors, physical therapists, optometrists, nurses, PRRC, partner agencies, and JCSV relocatees as recipients of the said project.

“These health missions are significant because it does not only provide healthcare services to our relocated families even after nine years since they were rescued from the banks of the Pasig River, but most importantly, it also encourages the community to assume responsibility for their health and their environment”, said PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia.

PRRC, Los Angeles Public Works boost sister rivers partnership

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission’s (PRRC) and the Los Angeles County Board of Public Works (LACBPW) revitalized their “Sister Rivers” partnership on July 18, 2018 in Quezon City.

The “Sister River” partnership was forged between PRRC and the Los Angeles Department of Public Works to support the PRRC’s efforts to rehabilitate Pasig River. 

Commissioner Joel F. Jacinto from Los Angeles Department of Public Works came to the Philippines to learn about the Pasig River Master Plan and to see esteros developed by the PRRC. 

PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia said there is a need to reinvigorate the “Sister River” partnership to help in their effort of rehabilitating the Pasig River.

“Commissioner Jacinto can help Mayor Abigail Binay-Campos and I fast-track the rehabilitation of waterways in Makati,” added Goitia.

 After the ceremony at the PRRC office, officials from the Commission and LACBPW are scheduled to visit some of Metro Manila’s rivers and linear parks. 

They will have a walkthrough at Ermitanyo Creek and San Juan River in San Juan City and Maytunas creek in Mandaluyong City. 

They will also visit the Poblacion Linear Park and Guadalupe Nuevo creek in Makati City. The Pasig Ferry Station in Guadalupe will also be visited by them and a tour of the Pasig River, from Guadalupe to Plaza Mexico in Manila will follow. 

In 2016, “Sister River” partnership was forged between PRRC and the LACBPW in Los Angeles to support the PRRC’s efforts to rehabilitate Pasig River. 

The signing of the agreement marked the start of a multifaceted exchange between communities surrounding the Los Angeles and Pasig Rivers, that face similar problems.

First Product Review on Skin Care

As part of my goal are to promote wellness, beauty and lifestyle on affordable and reasonable cost. Since this is my first product review, I can still remember back in College, I only use astringent, powder and facial cream for my every day use for my face and skin. 

Today, when I sign up at the Sample Room Ph and decided to redeem my point upon sign up. These are Pond's Age Miracle Wrinkle Corrector Day Cream  and Belo Intensive Micropeeling Toner. 

I'll start with Pond's Age Miracle Wrinkle Corrector Day Cream and I use the day cream for last 5 days onwards. The day cream is non greasy and cream was smooth in texture and color is light pink which I love the most. Now, that I'm mid 30s, I'm glad that Pond's Institute release this product because several days that I'm applying it to my face, the dark circles and signs of wrinkles spots has been gone. 

Lastly, the cream can be use as the make up base because the smooth finish. Now, the next generation toner is Belo Intensive Whitening Micro peeling toner. I usually the toner during the day and at night before going to sleep. At first, when I'm a bit afraid and nervous because I hate the peeling effect on my face.

Belo Intensive Whitening Micro peeling is awesome because there's no peeling effects though the ingredients for peeling are present. The toner was color orange because it has Kojic which promotes whitening.

I use these day cream during the day while the toner I use both during the day and at night after washing my face and neck with facial cleanser. 

Disclaimer:

This products may have work and effective for me on the other hand, please be advise that it's still depends on the skin types and the sensitivity of your skin. Thank  you.

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PRRC RESCUED FAMILIES DURING TYPHOON HENRY FLOODS

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) on July 17, 2018 rescued and evacuated residents living along the river to temporarily evacuate to a safer area as Typhoon #HenryPH caused flooding in low-lying areas.

PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia mobilized the river warriors to assist him in the rescue operations while the river patrols assisted in the monitoring of water level in the other areas of Pasig and San Juan Rivers.

Goitia identified the families living along San Juan River, particularly in 

Gumamela St., Barangay Roxas District in Quezon City.

During the inspection conducted by PRRC, Goitia observed the dangerous current of water in San Juan River.

Because of this, Goitia appealed to the residents, who initially refused PRRC’s help, to temporarily evacuate until the heavy rain pours out.

“Sana huwag na po nating hintaying malagay tayo sa panganib bunsod ng pagtaas ng tubig sa ilog,”

Goitia said.

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) raised Orange Rainfall Warning in Metro Manila.

PRRC urges public to share unique stories about Pasig River

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) urged the public to share their unique stories about the Pasig River.

According to PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia, the public needs to know these stories to inspire them to help in the revival of the Pasig River.

These stories can be sent to the PRRC and those that will be chosen will be posted on the website— theriverman.org.

"We need to share these unique stories to let the public know how we value the Pasig River," Goitia added.

At the same time, Goitia said the Commission is determined to bring Pasig River back to life.

This meant putting mechanisms to prevent and to counter acts of "esterorism" in rivers and waterways that lead to Pasig River.

In addition, he said that the PRRC River Warriors were able to divert 21 million kilos of solid waste from the Pasig River.

Due to PRRC's efforts and determination, 17 priority tributaries had been converted into environmental preservation areas.

"The Pasig River was once biologically dead but now the river has gradually backed to life," Goitia added.

According to Goitia, the public should not lose hope for the Pasig River to survive because it has gradually been happening.

In this regard, Goitia called on the public to cooperate with and help the government on the rehabilitation of the Pasig River.

"You are not only helping us but the generations to come, they will realize that Pasig River is a dream that will become a reality," said Goitia.

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Disappointment and pain makes a person learn and grow

Deceit and persecution makes a person stand steal

Unexpected events in life makes a strong.

Love and friendship are one of the strongest of any relationship

Love and trust are the people always long for.

Love, trust and commitment would be a perfect ingredient to any relationship.

People is not perfect, we can hurt somebody and hurt you without even knowing,

People may fall in love unexpectedly, sometimes commit mistakes,

People is very fragile because it can make you or break in the end.

This makes us as human being.

We can feel, be confused and a lot of things to every event in our lives.

This what makes a person; a True person.

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Pancake Recipe

Ingredients:

1 cup evaporated milk

1 medium egg

1/4 cup oil

1 cup sugar

1 cup All Purpose Flour

1 cup Cake flour

1 tsp. Baking powder

1/2 tsp. Salt

1 tsp. Vanilla extract ( optional)

Butter or oil for frying

Directions:

1.mix all ingredients until well incoporated. Set aside.

2. Heat a pan or waffle make with brush of oil or butter. Then scoop a generous amount of the mixture then cover until visible bubble on top of pancake. Flip pancake and cook the other side.

3. When everything is consumed. Serve with butter and maple syrup on top.

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