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 ANGELES CITY – “January to February 2010 crime situation in the city has recorded a significant low crime rate compared to last year’s crime incidents”, said Superintendent Gemma Vinluan of Angeles City Police Office (ACPO) during their presentation of peace and order situation held at the Angeles City Session Hall on March 09, 2010.
ACPO reports that out of the 513 total crime volume documented, 352 are categorized as index crimes (crime against persons) while 161 are non-index crimes (crime against property).
Of the reported index crimes, physical injuries ranked highest with 91 cases for the covered period. Meanwhile, theft and robbery still ranked highest among non-index crimes with 115 and 95 cases respectively. The average monthly crime rate noted 127.96 for January and 142.17 for February.
ACPO’s crime solution efficiency rate was 9.87% and 7.40% for January and February, in that order. Crime clearance efficiency rate for January was 16.87% while February had 14.81%.
Vinluan also emphasized that ACPO is working closely together with the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) regarding major issues and concerns such as monitoring of election watch list of areas, identifying high risk elected or appointed government officials and the likelihood of partisan armed groups. As of this date, none of the political figures, incumbent or aspirant, is deemed ‘High Risk’. Not a hint of private armed groups from any of them either.
“Our efforts will focus on maintaining public safety as we make ready for the upcoming election period,” Vinluan cited. “This collective effort includes implementing the COMELEC gun ban,” Vinluan added as she demonstrated the tally of arrested persons and confiscated deadly weapons.
In accordance to the COMELEC gun ban, the ACPO has set-up 24/7 checkpoints manned by the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in various spots in the city. The ACPO, so far, arrested 10 civilians and 1 Philippine National Police (PNP) officer. They have confiscated 9 deadly weapons comprising of 1 high-powered, 5 low-powered and 3 bladed weapons.
Other crime prevention activities that the ACPO is actively implementing consist of operating 7 out of 12 CCTV cameras funded by the local government on major thoroughfares and crime prone areas within Angeles City. They also distributed calling cards that contain ACPO Hotline numbers, email address and website. The ACPO also actively participates in effective information dissemination via Tri-Media programs sponsored by different local government units (LGU) and non-governmental organizations (NGO).
“We are really honored to work in partnership with Mayor Francis ‘Blueboy’ Nepomuceno. In the past years until now, we have witnessed his administration’s commitment to alleviate crime and promote the safety of Angeleños. In fact, the local government has provided 4 additional Toyota Big Bikes with 1300 CC speed capacity,” Vinluan said. The new bikes are now being used by the City Mobile Group in conducting Mobilized patrol to strengthen crime prevention capability of ACPO.
ACPO programs include but are not limited to a monthly radio program at GVFM 99.1 and GVAM 792 Khz, participation of PNP personnel on simulation exercises with selected establishments to test the time response of the police, a quarterly publication of ACPO Police Digest News Magazine, seminars and workshops with BINs and BPATs, intensified operations against illegal drugs, intensified police operations on Kapkap Bakal, Anti-Criminality Operations, Police Visibility, Patrolling and other Information Drive Campaign.
For help and police assistance, feel free to contact ACPO’s hotline number 888-6731. YAM/CIO
 ANGELES CITY – Basketball stars Arwin Santos, Ranidel de Ocampo and Mark Yee leads the Panings team to victory of the 1st Mayor Francis “Blueboy” Nepomuceno Invitational Basketball Tournament defeating Roels during the championship game held at People’s Gym, Cutcut, Angeles City on March 6.
Team Manoks Fried managed to place second runner-up while team Shasyly had to console themselves as fourth place in the competition.
Team Paning brought home the plum prize of P70,000, while Roel’s received P40,000 for its daring play. Team Manoks Fried got P15,000 and Shasyly obtained the P5,000.
Individual awards went to Panings cagers which include Mark Yee as the Most Valuable Player (MVP), Tim Dungca got the Best Forward and Ambet Gumabon as the Best Coach. While in team Roels Melvin Bangal and Billy Bansil ruled in the Best Guard and Best Center respectively.
Team Panings consist of PBA stars led by Arwin Santos of San Miguel, Ranidel De Ocampo of Talk N Text, Mark Yee of Burger King as well as local players like Lou Gatumbato, Ericson Araman, Robby David, Tim Dungca, Jay Tiera, Willy Mejia, Carlo Pangilinan, Jun Opiana, Louie Sendin, Allan Hicban, Gilbert Lacsina, Renato Bati, Mark Rosita and Coach Ambet Gumabon.
The tournament is the final activity to the triple-pronged approach of the Angeles City Sports Office (ACSO) to promote sports, said ACSO Chief Paul Puri.
The awarding ceremony was led by Mayor Nepomuceno, who is fast-tracking the construction of model sports complex that will cater national and international competitions in future. MAC/CIO
ILOILO CITY – The Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) conferred national awards to Mayor Francis “Blueboy” Nepomuceno, Councilor Ricardo Zalamea and School Division Superintendent Dr. Antonieta Tiotuico during the 54th Annual National Council Meeting of the BSP held at the Amigo Terrace Hotel, Iloilo City on March 04-06, 2010.
On March 05, a National Court of Honor was conducted after the 1st Plenary Session to honor extra-ordinary deeds and heroism of the country’s selected scouts and scouters. The awards were given to individuals who rendered praiseworthy service to the Scouting movement. The BSP National Committee on Awards was unanimous in its decision to confer Nepomuceno and Zalamea with the Silver Usa Award whereas Tiotuico received the Bronze Usa Award.
According to Nepomuceno, the Angeles City government derives inspiration from the Boy Scouts. “It’s always better to be prepared especially in times of calamity,” said Nepomuceno as he emphasizes the importance of preparedness.
“The Angeles City government adapts the ‘Boy Scout approach’ in addressing issues. We deter potential crisis through foresight, effective planning and materializing preventive measures. Dapat lagi tayong handa. We should not be reactive in our approach to problems because by the end of the day, wala tayong ibang masisi kundi ang mga sarili natin,” added Nepomuceno.
Nepomuceno, Zalamea and Tiotuico are very grateful to the scouting community for recognizing their efforts. The 3 awardees guarantee continued support to the Scouting movement. They would also like to call on more individuals especially public figures to support the Scouting movement.
The BSP annual council meeting is where the major policies approved by the National Executive Board are presented to the BSP body for final approval. The 3-day event was attended by approximately 400 scouts from all over the country.
Other notable personalities who were in the conference include Makati Mayor Jejomar Binay, Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas, Iloilo Governor Niel Tupas Sr., Leganes Mayor Adolfo Jaen and DepEd Secretary Jesli A Lapus, among others. YAM/CIO
ANGELES CITY – Angeles City joined the commemoration of International Women’s Month (IWM). Mayor Francis ‘Blueboy’ Nepomuceno in coordination with the Gender and Development Office (GAD) and other advocates from the private and public sectors by coming up with fun, educational and meaningful activities for the whole month of March.
IWM is globally celebrated every March. The whole month would be spent in tribute to the economic, political and social achievements of women. To celebrate IWM, GAD conducts a month-long series of activities which raise public awareness on women’s issues and achievements across all sectors and cultures.
“Women are powerful in their very essence. She is capable of creating, nurturing and transforming,” said Nepomuceno in giving the importance of women in society.
“Whatever you give a woman, she would make something greater. Present her a house and she will transform it into a home. Provide her food rations and she will offer you a hearty meal. She multiplies and enlarges whatever she is given,” added Nepomuceno.
The Angeles City Government made a beneficial head start of the celebration by offering a free Osteoporosis Screening last Monday, March 01, 2010 at the City Hall Lobby. There will also be a lecture series about Diabetes and Healthy Lifestyle on Friday, March 05, 2010 from 1PM to 5PM at Holy Angel University.
On Monday, March 08, 2010, Mother’s Club will be celebrating the induction of their newly-elected officers from 8AM until 12NN at People’s Gym, Barangay Cutcut, Angeles City.
Dr. Alfie Bonifacio and Atty. Bryan Nepomuceno would also be conducting free dental consultation and legal assistance on Tuesday, March 09, 2010, 8-11AM at the City Library. In the afternoon, various activities will be hosted by the local government in collaboration with WeDpro, Inc., a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)-registered non-profit organization in the Philippines working with marginalized women and children. The afternoon affair would include a lecture, a face and mask painting experience and a singing competition.
Simultaneously on Tuesday, March 09, 2010, there would be free Pap Smear testing at Juanita L. Nepomuceno Birthing Center from 8:30AM until 11AM. There would be another scheduled free Pap-smear screening on Thursday, March 11, 2010. Papanicolaou Smear or Pap Smear is a screening test that could detect cancerous or precancerous conditions of the cervix. It should be done once every 2 years or depending on your physician’s recommendation.
A lecture series will take place from 8AM to 11AM on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at the City Library. Meanwhile, there would be a free massage therapy and haircut on Thursday, March 11, 2010 during 8-11AM and 1-4PM at the PESO Office.
The Agriculture Office will be hosting livelihood programs entitled ‘Meat Processing with Orientation Briefing on Backyard Gardening & Distribution of Seeds and Plants’ and ‘Candy Making with Orientation Briefing on Backyard Gardening & Distribution of Seeds and Plants’ on Wednesday, March 17 and Thursday, March 18, respectively. Both will be divided into morning (8-11AM) and afternoon (1-4PM) sessions.
Seminars on responsible parenthood will be held on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 and on Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 9-11AM at the Teen Information Center, 2nd Floor, Balibago Social Hygiene Clinic. A lecture series about Breast Cancer will be held on Monday, March 22, 2010 and Monday, March 29, 2010 at the City Health Office.
The local government has also partnered with Tour of Hope and has organized an awareness activity that would enable Angeleños to be armed against cervical cancer on March 20, 2010 at the City Library.
“In a developing metropolis like Angeles City, authentic progress cannot be achieved if a fraction of its population is excluded from the opportunities it creates. Hence, the Angeles City government would like to pay tribute to the women by organizing activities to empower them,” Nepomuceno concluded. YAM/CIO
ANGELES CITY – Mayor Francis ‘Blueboy’ Nepomuceno leads the Angeles City Administration in bringing the government closer to the people by providing assistance and basic services for free.
This year’s ‘People’s Day’ is scheduled to commence on Friday, March 05, 2010 at Barangay Sapangbato. Similar activities would be held on March 12, 19 and 26 at Barangays Pulung Cacutud—EPZA, Cutud—Northville, and Cutcut, respectively.
According to Nepomuceno, the Angeles City Government had been actively organizing activities that deliver basic services to its citizens. “People’s Day is just one of the many ways we repay our beloved Angeleños for the support they have given us in building a better Angeles. It is but reasonable to offer them assistance which they deserve,” added Nepomuceno whose vision-mission for Angeles City include restoring the trust and confidence of the citizenry to the government through provision of necessary and timely delivery of basic services.
Back in 2007, Nepomuceno launched the celebration of ‘People’s Day’ through Executive Order No. 07. This is in adherence with the vision-mission he had set for Angeles City’s 33 barangays.
Several government offices will be deploying their own “extension service desks” which can completely address people’s queries and concerns. The scheduled event will be featuring free medical and dental services, local and overseas call, administrative and legal assistance, seedlings and trees distribution, giving compost fertilizer, anti-rabies vaccination to dog and cats, free haircut and massage, job employment in coordination with different companies for local and overseas, cooperative orientation, registration of people with disability and senior citizens.
Participating agencies will include City Information Office, City Police Office, City Water District, Political Affairs Office, Barangay Development Office, Blood Bank, Bureau of Fire, Business One Stop Shop, City Agriculture, Assessors Office, Civil Registrar, Cooperative Office, Engineer’s Office, City Health, City Sports, City Legal Office, Planning and Development Office, City Tourism, Treasurer’s Office, City Veterinary, Social Welfare and Development, Civilian Security Unit, Environment Management System, General Service Office, Home Emergency Response Office, LUPAHO, Senior Citizen Affairs, Ospital ng Angeles, Public Employment and Service Office, and Public Transportation Regulatory Office. YAM/CIO
 ANGELES CITY – Angeles City Team brought home 103 medals in the recently concluded 2010 Central Luzon Regional Athletic Association (CLRAA) meet held February 22 to 26.
More than Twenty athletes from the Angeles City delegation qualified and were recommended to represent Central Luzon in the upcoming Palarong Pambansa set in April at San Jose Sports Complex, Tarlac. The team triumphs with an improved medal count of Forty Five (45) gold, Twenty Four (24) silver and Twenty Four (24) bronze compared to last year’s tally of Eight (8) gold, Thirty Seven (37) silver and Thirty Three (33) bronze medals.
Athletes, who successfully qualified to represent the region, are Lawn Tennis Players Burmiel Pineda, Vince Russel Salas and Ma. Angela Sunga; Boxer Fernando Tacuyan; Taekwondo Jin Genesis Ryan Simbulan; Swimming Team (Male and Female); Volleyball Players (Secondary Division-Female) among others.
Mayor Francis ‘Blueboy’ Nepomuceno enthusiastically applauded the athletes for giving their best performance in the sports meet. “This shows that Angeleños are naturally skilled and talented. Our role as leaders includes providing them with the right resources and opportunities to utilize and enhance these skills and talents. This is one of the several reasons why the Angeles City Government never hesitated in investing in programs and facilities that could improve the potential of its citizens,” says Nepomuceno. It could be recalled that the Nepomuceno administration has spearheaded the construction of a world-class multi-purpose building that could function as a City Sports Stadium or a convention center set to be ready by 2013.
“Comprehensive and vigorous training of the athletes would start by March 8,” says Angeles City Sports Office (ACSO) Chief Paul Ryan Puri. “We are truly blessed to have a leader like Mayor Francis ‘Blueboy’ Nepomuceno who genuinely advocates programs, which include sports, to redirect the youth from vices and develop champions amongst themselves,” added Puri. YAM / CIO
CLARK FREEPORT ZONE – Mayor Francis “Blueboy” Nepomuceno receives Plaque of Appreciation to Grand Master of Mason Joseph A. Capuyan of Freedom Lodge No. 10 during the public installation ceremonies of elected and appointed officers held at PAF Officers Club, 600th ABW, Air Force City, Clark Air Base. JJS/CIO
The Angeles City Government, through the Department of Interior and Local Government – Bureau of Fire Protection (DILG-BFP), officially launched a month-long campaign to promote fire safety via a motorcade across Angeles City on March 01, 2010.
In pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 115-A, March is recognized as “Fire Prevention Month”. The campaign is held annually to raise the level of public awareness on ways to promote safety from fire hazards. This year’s campaign dubbed “Sustaining Fire Prevention through Active Community Participation”.
According to Mayor Francis ‘Blueboy’ Nepomuceno, the theme emphasizes the importance of the partnership between the government and the civilian sectors to prevent and minimize the risk of fire hazards and to promote over-all safety throughout Angeles City.
A parade was held to officially kick-off the campaign. Nepomuceno together with F/SINSP Jimmy C. Suba, Officer-in-Charge of DILG-BFP, were joined by various representatives from the private and public sectors of the community.
In lieu with the massive fire prevention campaign, DILG-BFP has prepared a month-long list of activities including a series of orientations, inspections and fire drills. This line-up aims to invoke the interest and participation of Angeleños and to ensure that quality control is at hand.
An art contest is also set to be participated by different public and private schools across the city at Marquee Mall on March 04, 2010 at 2:00PM. The competition intends to inculcate safety consciousness into young minds whilst giving away incentives to the winners in form of trophies and cash.
A Fire Brigade Olympics would also be held as a culminating activity by the end of the month. Organized fire brigades from several industrial, commercial and educational facilities would be partaking in the said event. These organized fire brigades’ part is very crucial in the promotion of fire safety in their respective parameters. Their performance would be judged by representatives from the DILG-BFP. Incentives would be given away in recognition to the best organized fire brigades.
Last year, the DILG-BFP tallied 20 fire incidents. 5 fire incidents had already been documented since the start of 2010. Most of these incidents are caused by unattended and faulty electrical appliances. According to Suba, the bureau is hoping to minimize hazards this year by engaging the civilians in the pursuit for safety. “Now that the summer, aggravated by the El Niño, is fast approaching, prevention is a better action to combat possible fire hazards and to promote safety,” said Suba. “There is no better way to do this but to initiate in our households. It is very important for Angeleños to be vigilant.” Suba added.
Suba recommended, “In case of fire, it is very important to inform your neighbor households. This would help to contain and control the affected area while waiting for the fire brigades to arrive. The traditional ‘Bucket Brigade System’ is also helpful. Ensure to clear the area where fire vehicles would pass for easy access and response. Keep the doors and windows closed before we arrive as oxygen would intensify the fire. Cover your nose and mouth with wet clothing to facilitate breathing and avoid suffocation. Keep low and follow the walls towards the nearest exit.”
As of date, the DILG-BFP houses 56 Warm Bodies or Active Firefighters, 5 Fire Trucks, 1 Ambulance, 1 Rescue Truck, and 2 Utility Vehicles. A fire station in San Nicolas, which groundbreaking ceremony was just held last December 2009, is also under construction.
In case of emergencies, the DILG-BFP could be contacted through (045) 322-2333 and (045) 322-0502. Their office is available 24 hours, 7 days a week. YAM / CIO
ANGELES CITY – The Angeles City Local Government has announced recently that it posted P1.1 billion in tax collection last year or a 7% increase from the previous year.
Mayor Francis “Blueboy” Nepomuceno said the increase in revenue was anchored on the aggressive tax collection scheme of the City Government particularly the Treasurer’s Office headed by Juliet Quinsaat.
Nepomuceno said that the City Government had exerted strategies aimed at maximizing revenues from business taxes, fees, charges and economic enterprises. The taxpayers had been encouraged to pay taxes on time.
“Its just our first term and yet we were able to transform Angeles into a clean, beautiful, healthy, peaceful and progressive city. This achievement could not be attained without the contributions of our citizens and the business community,” said Nepomuceno.
Nepomuceno has lauded the business community for their support and cooperation and at the same time commended the offices of the City Treasurer, Assessor, Business Permit and Licensing Office and other revenue generation agencies.
The Real Property Tax Division collected the most revenue at P304,327,572 million.
Last year, the City Government has also implemented stringent fiscal management and streamlining measure in order to meet its goals to sustain the delivery of basic social services and other priority programs.
The City Government also launched the Citizen’s Charter and the full implementation of the Anti-Red Tape Act of 2007 to eliminate graft and corruption.
The local executive noted that various sectors and non-governmental organizations have been meeting regularly with the Local Development Council to harmonize cooperation for business growth.
He said that the business community benefited in the effective delivery of basic services and various infrastructure, health and welfare projects. CIO
 ANGELES CITY – Mayor Francis “Blueboy” Nepomuceno salutes the Angeles City Police officers and staff during the 19th Anniversary Celebration of the Philippine National Police (PNP) held at Camp Tomas Pepito, Sto. Domingo on February 25, 2010.
This year’s working theme “Kapulisan at Mamamayan: Bayanihang Pangkatahimikan at Kaunlaran” perfectly describes the unwavering partnership of the PNP and the civilian forces to sustain peace and order and to promote development in the community.
The event was highlighted by the recognition of commendable police officers and units.
Mayor Nepomuceno, alongside 600th Air Base Wing (ABW) Commander B/Gen Dominador J. Aquino III, was assisted by Angeles City Police Office (ACPO) Officer-in-Charge PSSupt Danilo A. Bautista in the presentation of awards to commissioned and non-commissioned officers who showcased praiseworthy accomplishments for the year 2009.
Leading the individual awardees are Model Senior Police Commissioned Officer (PCO) of the Year PSupt Manuel S. Hidalgo; Model Junior PCO of the Year (Male Category) PCInsp Romeo P. Castro; Model Junior PCO of the Year (Female Category) PSInsp Myrna F. La Torre; Model Senior Police Non-Commissioned Officer (PNCO) of the Year (Male Category) SPO3 Edsel C. Bautista; Model Senior PNCO of the Year (Female Category) SPO2 Evelyn M. Pineda; Model Junior PNCO of the Year (Male Category) PO3 Oliver C. Torres; Model Junior PNCO of the Year (Female Category) PO2 Christina P. Ramos; Model Non-Uniformed Personnel (NUP) of the Year NUP Magdalena C. Rosario; Model Traffic Enforcer of the Year SPO3 Edison C. Mamaradlo; Model Civilian Traffic Enforcer of the Year Ronald D. Pabalan; Special Award SPO4 Efren C. Emperador.
Police Station 1 was recognized as Model Police Station of the Year.
Awards were also handed to companies and individuals who contributed in the realization of PNP’s mission and vision. They are Sto. Rosario Brgy. Chairman Allan T. Guzman, R2 Builders Inc. Chairman Reghis M. Romero II, Fontana Casino Executive Manager Victor Lam, Savers Group of Companies President & CEO Jaime J. Uy, NCR Construction General Manager Charlie Coo, Coffee Academy’s Flor I. Arrozal, L&K Operations Officer Gemma Tapang, Soroptimist International – Angeles City Chapter President Cecille L. Lazatin, ABC Hotel CEO Gerard Heinen, COBRA Community Support Group President Rocelson R. Barantez, Fortune Seafood Restaurant’s Sonny Chan, and Businessman Wilfredo M. Ng.
Following the awarding, R2 Builders Chairman Reghis M. Romero II has presented the newly donated bicycles. A pass-in review was staged thereafter with the different units of the ACPO. YAM/CIO
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