Midterm Activity Barangay Profiling

Republic of the Philippines
Region VI- Western Visayas

WEST VISAYAS STATE UNIVERSITY
Luna Street, Lapaz, Iloilo City, 5000
Barangay Profiling
Barangay Purok Uno,
San Joaquin, Iloilo
Submitted by:
Feline Joy M. Sarinopia
AB Political Science III A
Submitted to:
Mr. Jonald B. Dorado

Philippine Local Administration and Governance
Course Instructor
I. Background of the Barangay
Purok Uno is situated at the western shoreline of the municipality of San Joaquin. The
distance from the municipal hall is 17 kilometers and 53 kilometers from Iloilo Provincial Capitol.
Further, it can be found in Purok Uno, the Campo Santo which was declared National Museum of
the Philippines as National Cultural Treasure last December 2015.
Nevertheless, it is divided into 3 sitios: Cabitoonan, Ngalay-ngalay, and the Poblacion

proper. Sitio Cabitoonan derived its name from a star(bitoon). According to a resident of the
place, it was named Cabitoonan because there was a time in daylight when the old folks can see
a star shining in the sky.On the contrary, Sitio Ngalay-ngalay derived its name from a steep hilly
place wherein anyone who walks up this place will find themselves tired and breathless (mangalay
ang lawas) upon reaching the top. Thus, it was called Ngalay-ngalay.
Additionally, Purok 1 has a total land area of 54.21 has. Or 542.100 sq.km. It consists of
0-25% mountains, valley, and plateau and 26%-50% of plain and hills. Furthermore, the
distribution of land use is mostly residential which is 85%, commercial 10%, and 5% of
agricultural use. Moreover, it is composed of 297 households and a total population of 1,346. The
community is composed of few middle-income families, with the majority of its population is low-
income status. With an average income per household of 15,000 pesos. The source of income is
mostly fishing, farming, and business. Also, the religion is mostly Roman Catholic which consists
of 98.31%, Iglesia ni Cristo is 0.33%, Jehovah's Witness is 0.33%, and 1.01% Baptist. The
language predominantly spoken is Kinaray-a. In terms of health, there is a low percentage of
malnourished children which is 2.02%. There is one clinic present in the barangay. On the other
hand, there is two school building present in the barangay, one daycare center, and one
secondary school which is Don Felix Serra National High School. The students are enrolled in both
public and private elementary, secondary school, state, and universities. On the contrary, the
kinds of shelter, the permanent (concrete, woods, and G.I. sheet) is 33.39%, semi-permanent
(wood and G.I. sheet) is 33.67%, and temporary (bamboo,sawali, and nipa) is 24.58%. Also, the
settlement of the dispute is through the Lupong Tagapamayapa. While the wedding celebration
is by church and civil. On the other hand, Purok Uno’s patron saint is Señora de Lapaz Y Buen
Viaje while the patronal fiesta is held every 24th of May. Furthermore, the establishment present
at the barangay is fifteen banks and financial/ lending institutions, three auto supply and motor
parts, two restaurant/ food stalls, and two computer shops. Finally, the major drinking water
source is a deep well and the energy source is electricity. Besides, the existing non-governmental
organizations in the barangay are UNBOUND and Christian Children’s Fund, Inc. .
II. Officials of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan

SECTION. 387. Chief Officials and Offices. - (a) There shall be in each Barangay a Punong Barangay,
seven (7) Sangguniang Barangay members, the Sangguniang Kabataan chairman, a Barangay
Secretary, and a Barangay treasurer.
The elective barangay officials are the Punong Barangay, regular Sangguniang Barangay
members and Sangguniang Kabataan Chairman. Barangay Purok 1 is headed by Barangay Captain
Mario P. Sansolis. It is composed of seven Sangguniang Barangay members namely Elisie S,
Serrato, Poe S. Sarabia, Herminio J. Malco, Napoleon C. Secondes, Richard S. Nacion, Rodel G.
Sañada, and Edwin G. Calopez. On the other hand, the Sangguniang Kabataan Chairman Christine
Joy S. Dipus.
Punong Barangay Mario P. Sansolis as the local chief executive of the barangay. He
administers and governs the barangay events and projects. Nevertheless, the seven barangay
councils have their own designated committee’s chairmanship. First, Sangguniang Barangay
Elsie S. Serrato is the chairperson of the Committee on Women and Family. Her responsibility is
to make sure that women and children are protected with fair and equal rights. Second,
Sangguniang Barangay Poe S. Sarabia is chairperson of the Committee on Peace and Order and
Committee on Environment. He crafts policies for the protection and preservation of the
environment and peace within the barangay. Third, Sangguniang Barangay Hermninio J. Malco
leads the Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries. He asks and checks the farmers and
fisherfolks on what are the needed materials for their farming. On the other hand, if there is a
pest-related problem he consults the Municipal Agriculture Officers. Fourth, Sangguniang
Barangay Napoleon C. Secondes headed the Committee on Infrastructure. He proposes in the
Sangguniang barangay the infrastructures that are needed for the development of the barangay.
Fifth, Sangguniang Barangay Richard S. Nacion is the chairperson of the Committee on Human
Rights and Social Services. His responsibility is to protect the inhabitants from violating their
human rights and give them equal access to social services. Sixth, Sangguniang Barangay Rodel
G. Sañada is the chairperson of the Committee on Health and Sanitation and Committee on
Education. He spread genuine information about health and education. Seventh, Sangguniang
Barangay Edwin G. Calopez is the chairperson of the Committee on Appropriation. He is in
charge of appropriating the allocation of barangay funds in various barangay programs. Lastly,
Sangguniang Kabataan Chairman Christine Joy S. Dipus headed the Committee on Sports and
Development. With the help of her Sangguniang Kabataan members namely, Ms. Cyden Mae
E. Gustilo, Ms. Jessamar S. Serdeña, Mr. Jeremy Miles A. Isiderio, Ms. Mary Grace S. Serrano,
Ms. Jelyn B. Puga, and Ms. Dulcee Kate O. Emboltura. They organize sports leagues and other
activities for the good of the youth of Barangay Purok Uno.
Moreover, the appointed officials are Barangay Treasurer and Barangay Secretary, the
treasurer is Salvacion M. Denolo and the secretary is Ma. Femi S. Nacion. They are both assist
the barangay officials to deliver better services for their constituents. Nevertheless, other
appointed barangay officials are the peacemakers, barangay health workers, and barangay
service point officers, and barangay nutrition scholars. Peacemakers help maintain the peace
and order of the barangay. On the other hand, the BSPO and BNS assess the health and
sanitation of the inhabitants.
III. The Powers, Duties, and Functions of the Barangay Officials

Punong Barangay Mario P. Sansolis do his duties and responsibilities effectively. He
enforces the laws and ordinances passed by the Sangguniang Bayan of San Joaquin. For instance,
San Joaquin is a coastal municipality in the Province of Iloilo. The Republic Act 8550 also known
as the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998 mandates all the coastal municipalities to enact
ordinances that will address the sustainable management, utilization, development, and
conservation of the municipal waters and its coastal fishery resources. As stated in the Local
Government Code of 1991 the managing, conserving, protecting, and utilizing of municipal waters
and fisheries resources is a responsibility of municipal government. With this, the Sangguniang
Bayan Members passed Ordinance No. 07-2009 or “MARINE SANCTUARIES ORDINANCE OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF SAN JOAQUIN, ILOILO”. Section 2 of the Ordinance stated that the purpose
is to promote the conservation of marine resources and protect marine habitats and aquatic
resources from all forms of illegal fishing and other harmful activities, rehabilitate degraded
marine resources and support the fish population through the regulation of fishing activities. On
the other hand, Barangay Purok Uno has one existing marine protected area which is Tambi-
Tambi Marine Sanctuary. With these, Punong Barangay Sansolis has implemented the ordinance.
Logically, the Punong Barangay is the nearest person in authority and knows what are the social
activities of his constituents with regards to coastal preservation. This is for the protection of the
coastal area because this is where the people get their livelihood. Furthermore, during the annual
fiesta, the Punong Barangay assist the LGU San Joaquin by placing and requesting the barangay
peacemakers to roam around within the barangay proper. Further, Punong Barangay Sansolis is
presiding over the monthly session of the barangay. He gives equal rights and obligations to his
barangay kagawads. He observes the principles of parliamentary procedures during their monthly
barangay session. During emergencies and calamities, Punong Barangay Sansolis manages to
maintain the safety of his constituents. Specifically, during the COVID-19 pandemic, when there
was a COVID-19 positive in our barangay. Moreover, some people are discriminating and
throwing stones at the houses of the COVID-19 patient. Consequently, he commanded his
barangay peacemakers and barangay kagawads to put barricades to the corner of the streets.
This is to regulate the positive person and his/her family to go out with their home, likewise, the
other people to come inside. To inhibit the above-mentioned incident to happen again.
Furthermore, he enforces regulations to preserve and protect the environment. Some sanctions
and penalties given to the person caught littering wastes and cutting trees. On the contrary, he
applied all the provisions stated in Chapter 7 of the Local Government Code of 1991. Lastly, there
is a summer league every year in cooperation with Sangguniang Kabataan. This summer league
aims to develop camaraderie, sportsmanship, and enhance the talent of the youth. Hence, the
youth will not join the activities that will hinder their better future.
Nevertheless, the seven barangay members are Elisie S, Serrato, Poe S. Sarabia, Herminio
J. Malco, Napoleon C. Secondes, Richard S. Nacion, Rodel G. Sañada, and Edwin G. Calopez. They
did their duties and responsibilities following the Local Government Code of 1991. They enact the
annual and supplemental budget of the barangay. They promote the general welfare of their
constituents, in particular, during the general community quarantine they distributed groceries
and sanitizer kits from the barangay fund and donations from Mrs. Merrieam Suarez. Furthermore,
they enact an annual and supplemental budget. They assist Punong Barangay Sansolis in
implementing the programs and activities such as Limpyo Iloilo. Nevertheless, they renovate the
chapel, barangay plaza, barangay hall, and daycare center with the barangay fund. They practice
“dagyaw” or “Bayanihan” when there is someone who needs help especially at a funeral wake or
building a home. Also, when there are family conflict or accident, the barangay members act as
a peace officer while waiting for the presence of the police. On the contrary, the Sangguniang
Kabataan Chairperson Christine Joy S. Dipus implemented activities and programs such as the
dear letters project and mural painting. Moreover, the “Dear Letters Project” aims to give
awareness about mental health by written letters. While mural painting activity aims to encourage
women and showcase the youth’s talent. Also, she joins the session with barangay officials and
barangay activities. Nevertheless, both the appointive secretary and treasurer are responsible and
active in doing their duties and responsibilities. Additionally, she helps the barangay officials in
the activities and programs of the barangay.
However, the barangay officials of Barangay Purok Uno can effectively perform their powers,
duties, and responsibilities. First, the barangay officials were able to read sections 389,391, and
392 of the Local Government Code of 1991. Also, the seminars and training of the Department
of the Interior and Local Government and other government agencies that they have attended
and helped them on how to become an effective leader. Then, there is a barangay action plan,
which states the program and projects that must be implemented, the person-in-charge-, purpose
of the project, the time frame, and the budget allotted. With these, they could know the
development of their local governance. Next, the barangay fund, which made the projects and
programs implemented. The implemented barangay projects show that the barangay officials are
working their responsibilities. Since the formulation of the barangay ordinances up to
implementation needs collective action. Fourth, transparency, the barangay financial statement
is being announced during the barangay assembly. Additionally, the publicity of the barangay
activities through Facebook had made the inhabitants aware that the barangay officials are doing
their part as a public servant. Sometimes, the people would think that barangay officials are lazy
or irresponsible because they are unaware and did not see it personally. Finally, people’s
participation is important because it will determine the programs needed and the success of the
program. Additionally, it shows the effectiveness of the barangay officials to implement the
programs and services of the government.
IV. Katarungang Pambarangay
I know that Katarungang Pamabarangay is existing and active in doing their

responsibilities. The Lupong Tagapamayapa is consists of Punong Barangay and 10 members.
The members of lupon come from the professional sector, lay minister, and retired teachers within
the barangay. Moreover, the members of Lupon Tagapamayapa is Mr. Bernardo Napano,
Ms.Ofelia Corcolia, Mr. Samson Galilea, Mr. Noe Secondes, Mrs.Ma. Teresita Dalisay, Mr. Domingo
Nacion, Mr. Victorino Setubal, Mr. Teresito Sedano, Ms. May Crespo, and Ms. Rosario Sariego.
They are all qualified since they are bona fide residents and have ideas about human nature.
Also, I saw the notice to constitute the lupon in barangay hall, daycare center, and barangay
chapel.
Moreover, I experienced how the Katarungang Pambaragay works. Last year, my family
and my father’s sisters had a family dispute. However, my father’s sister sent me every day
infuriating messages which I felt anxious, harassing, and it is not good for my inner peace. I don’t
reply to their messages and blocking them on Facebook and Messenger wasn’t enough.
Nevertheless, I decided to settle it in legal ways. At first, I thought it was a cybercrime, so I went
police station, but, the police officer told me to go to the barangay because the complaint is not
worst and it is under the jurisdiction of the Punong Barangay. Further, the incident record form
from the San Joaquin Municipal Police Station was given to me and I gave it to the Punong
Barangay. Additionally, the Punong Barangay received a copy of the incident form and
immediately called the barangay secretary to send the summon to my father’s sister. The
secretary set a schedule and after two days, I and my father’s sisters were called to settle the
dispute. Further, the summon contains the name of the province, municipality, barangay, name
of the complainant, respondent, the place, time of settlement, and with the attached name and
signature of the Punong Barangay. On the contrary, the barangay secretary sent me a letter
which stated the venue and time of arbitration Moreover, during the mediation at the barangay
hall of Purok 1, the present persons are Punong Barangay Sansolis, Barangay Kagawad Poe S.
Sarabia, and Barangay Secretary Ma. Femie Nacion. The Punong Barangay asked me first about
the issue. Furthermore, I stated what is the issue, the reason, and my point of view. Nevertheless,
the defendants were asked about their point of view. Also, there was a rebuttal after each of us
has been stated our point of view. After hearing both sides, the Lupong Tagapamayapa Chairman
gave options on how to settle our dispute. Next, the Punong tagapamayapa requested the Lupong
Tagapamayapa secretary to record and print what was agreed by both parties. Lastly, the
agreement paper contains the date, agreed solution which was in Kinaray-a, the signature of both
parties, and Punong Barangay’s signature. Nevertheless, some cases are referred to as Pangkat
ng Tagapagsundo if the Lupon ng Tagapamayapa failed settled the dispute. On the other hand,
Pangkat ng Tagapagsundo composes of three members of Lupong Tagapamayapa, with who the
parties can choose and agree. However, if both Lupong Tagapamayapa and Pangkat
Tagapagkasundo were failed to settle, the Lupon Secretary or Pangkat ng Tagapagsundo with
the attestation of Lupon Tagapayamapa or Pangkat ng Tagapagsundo will issue a certificate to
file an action in court.
V.Recommendations and Conclusion

Progress in barangay has no assurance despite the barangay officials are been sitting in
their positions for a long time. First, Punong Barangay Sansolis is sitting in his barangay position
since 1990, however, during the end of his term there is someone who is his alliance inherits his
position. Also, some Sangguniang Barangay officials made his /her position a livelihood. There
are many Lakbay-Aral, conventions, and training attended by these barangay officials but there
is no application of what they have learned and experience. It is mostly short term projects like
clean and green activity, feeding program, making lanterns, and renovation of barangay
structures.
The Punong Barangay and with his Sangguniang barangay can initiate long term
programs such as livelihood program for his unemployed constituents. Despite there is a livelihood
program but the impact is short term. Additionally, he can use the best practices of other
barangays such as squash noodle making and crafting recyclable products. This livelihood
program can sustain the daily necessity of the inhabitants and this is to teach them not to depend
on the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program of the government. Then, improve the Material
Recovery Facility and strengthen the waste management information awareness of the barangay.
This will diminish the dengue cases and pollution to the environment. The fund for the said
program needs collective action of Barangay officials, NGO’s and the people of Purok Uno.
Furthermore, they should train the barangay officials on how to use technologies and
social media. Sometimes, the delivery of information is slow because the barangay officials
depend only on one person which is the barangay secretary or treasurer. Through social media,
they could create a Facebook page wherein they can create announcements and ordinances. This
is to make sure that the inhabitants are aware of what are the policies and municipal ordinances.
The programs need people’s participation to be successful and effective. After the implementation
of the projects, there must be a post-evaluation. The evaluation would be the basis of whether
the project is effective or failed. Sometimes, barangay officials forget to evaluate the result of the
program. They just accomplishing what has been stated in the action plan without having a
second thought to evaluate it.
Moreover, for Sangguniang Kabataan, there must have a long term project such as
peer tutorial, leadership training program, and economic program for the youth. Specifically, the
peer tutorial aims to teach children ages 5-12 years-old. These include reading, writing, and
arithmetic. The persons involved are the Sangguniang Kabataan officials, Baranggay officials, and
the parents. Next, the Sangguniang Kabataan will have a tutorial every Saturday and Sunday
from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the barangay hall. The Sangguniang Kabataan should have the lists
of names of the students residing in the barangay. Also, the Sangguniang Kabataan will provide
the paper, pencil, notebook, and other educational materials that are needed for the tutorial. On
the other hand, the barangay officials’ role is to help disseminate the information and motivate
the parents to allow their children to participate in the said activity. Additionally, the parents
should be willing to cooperate and support the project of the Sangguniang Kabataan.
On the contrary, I observe that not all youth in our barangay have the opportunity to
attend leadership training and programs. Then, the Sangguniang Kabataan officials didn’t share
what they have learned and experience during their seminars and convention. They just took
pictures of themselves for publicity and nothing follows. Also, there is stereotyping when it comes
to choosing the person who will attend the training. Specifically, the “out-of-school youth is not
capable to lead” mindset. Nevertheless, the leadership training program aims to produce
responsible, effective, and better Filipino citizens.
The persons in charge are Sangguniang Kabataan officials and bona fide youth of Purok
Uno. This could be done twice a year while they can get their financial support for the training
from their SK fund and donations from the people of Purok Uno. The leadership training must-
have lecture about the 1987 Philippine Constitution, parliamentary procedure, and others related
to leadership. Nevertheless, Sangguniang Kabataan officials must also know how to formulate
policies and implement them effectively. As what West Visayas State University College of Arts
and Sciences Dean Ma. Elfleda Ecube told us “Always do what is right and you will never go
wrong.” Consequently, the youth will be aware of what are their rights and legal ways.
Furthermore, the economic program purpose is to help the youth to ease the economic
burden. The Sanggunian Kabataan could facilitate the establishment of SK Negosyo within the
barangay. Then, the persons involved are Sangguniang Kabataan officials, Baranggay officials,
and the youth of Purok 1. The SK could sell artworks, foods, clothes, and flowers. They could use
social media as a platform to disseminate information about their business. On the other hand,
many potential youths waiting to be discovered and motivate by their fellow youth.
The Sangguniang Kabataan should not be limited to movie marathons, sports leagues, or
beauty pageants. Short term project doesn’t have a long-term effect on the community. People
would remember who won or who participated in the sports league and beauty pageant but they
don’t care what was its impact. Also, the Sangguniang Kabataan was labeled as the training
ground for the future leaders but prone to the political intervention of the traditional politicians.
The youth must prove that they are the future of the Motherland.
Nonetheless, the patron-client relationship, elite democracy, and patrimonialism are still
relevant at the barangay level. The elective barangay officials are hesitant to report the anomaly
and corruptions of those in the higher positions because they are afraid that they cannot get
projects and funding. Furthermore, the projects and programs cannot be effectively implemented
because of the control of the traditional politicians. The social services and programs are used as
the political machinery of the officials. However, some barangay officials are just good when the
election is getting near. Moreover, the barangay officials should be accountable and responsible
in doing their duties and responsibilities. Public officials should not compromise the public interest
for their interests.
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Barangay Purok Uno’s Annual Budget F.Y. 2020
Supplemental Budget Series of 2019


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Republic of the Philippines

Region VI- Western Visayas

Mr. Jonald B. Dorado

I. Background of the Barangay

Nevertheless, it is divided into 3 sitios: Cabitoonan, Ngalay-ngalay, and the Poblacion

II. Officials of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan

III. The Powers, Duties, and Functions of the Barangay Officials

IV. Katarungang Pambarangay

I know that Katarungang Pamabarangay is existing and active in doing their

V.Recommendations and Conclusion

Barangay Officials in Action

Supplemental Budget Series of 2019

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