Environmental Impact of Anguib Beach Club Project

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
STATEMENT REPORT
ANGUIB BEACH CLUB PROJECT
December 2018
ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS SERVICES

E N V I R O N M E N T A L I M P A C T S T A T E M E NT : A NG UI B B E A CG C L U B P RO J E CT
PROJECT FACT SHEET
Project Description The proposed resort shall be constructed in a 12-hectare

beachfront property located at Anguib Cove in Barangay San
Vicente, Santa Ana, Cagayan. It shall have cottages, restaurant,
function halls, waste water treatment facilities, and other
leisure/resort facilities to cater the recreational needs of the
visitors and at the same time a conductive place to stay.
Anguib Cove is located at the northern end of the Sierra Madre

Mountain Range. It is nestled between lush mangrove, ultramafic
and limestone forest. The shore is characterized by long stretch
of white, fine carbonate sand. The limestone cliffs at the southern
boundary of the cove provides breathtaking sight in addition to the
picturesque view of the Pacific Ocean especially at sunrise. The
long sandy shoreline stretches up north beyond the cove. It is in
close proximity to other tourist destinations such as the century
old light house at the Palaui Island Protected Area.
As it is facing the Pacific, the waves are characteristically big

during the exposed months such as during the northeast
monsoon. The assessment was conducted a week after a
category 4 Typhoon Ompong. The residual waves were still 3 to 5
meters high and wave run up could reach the farthest point of the
cove. The high-energy waves would push high volume of oceanic
water mass through the cove’s expansive but shallow intertidal
area creating strong southward current that forms wake and eddy
right in front of the resort where the beach curves into the cove.
Storm surge created by Ompong, which was forecasted to reach
6m, washed up beyond the shore and into the flat resort area as
evidenced by the toppled temporary structures at nearby Jaka
Beach Resort and that of the Anguib Beach Resort together with
some tall trees.
This scenario has to be taken into consideration in designing the

resort permanent structures as the relatively flat terrain of the site,
with just about 2 meters elevation from the high tide mark, is very
vulnerable to storm surges. Although the intertidal area is wide at
around 300m at north end but tapers to about 50 at the opposite
end, it won’t be able to effectively dissipate high energy waves
during category 4 typhoons, which will compromise the safety of
the resort’s guests.
The project entails an estimated cost of PhP 9.45 Million spread

out over a year of project establishment. It is expected that about
50 to 100 individuals shall be employed during the construction
period to include both Professionals and skilled and skilled
workers.
EIA Process The EIA process was initiated through a consultation with the local
government unit of Sta. Ana, Cagayan, barangay San Vicente and
the Cagayan Economic Zone Authority (CEZA). The IEC and
public scoping activities was followed with the various
stakeholders and conducted in barangay San Vicente.
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Representatives of the project proponent, municipal officials,

barangay officials, concerned farmers and fishermen and other
stakeholders, attended the IEC and public scoping. The primary
level scoping meetings were attended by members of the
Technical Review Team held at the EMB Regional Office in
Region 2.
Field assessments commenced right after the IEC and public

scoping activities to generate the needed data on the following
aspects: terrestrial ecosystems, coastal-marine ecosystems,
socio-economic, soil morphology and geology, disaster risk,
project impacts and the like.
Baseline Profile
Land The proposed project site is a 12-hectare beach front property
adjacent to thickly forested are and expansive mangrove forest in
the background. The coast is characterized by long stretch of
white carbonate sand shore. Sandy substrate extends up to the
interior of the property to around 200 meters. Fronting the property
is a wide intertidal area characterized by sparse sea grass
meadows interspersed by sand and patches of corals. Reef edge
is approximately 300 meters at north end but tapers to about 50
meters at the opposite end.
The area is somewhat secluded where built up areas, particularly

farm lots and small villages are some distance from the property.
One fishing village to the south is separated from the cove by a
carbonate hill with thick Karst vegetation. This is one access area
to the cove which involves around 15 to 30 minute walk through
the rocky hill. At the cove, the topography is predominantly flat
which harbors beach forest, pine and palm trees. The property is
somewhat elevated by around 2 meters from the highest tide line.
The result of the biological assessment showed an abundance of

flora and fauna being a pristine area bounded by both secondary
and primary forests and a healthy mangrove forest. This is one of
the major attractions of the proposed site as an ecotourism
destination. Most of the plant species are typical of beach forests
along the Pacific Seaboard and of Karst and ultramafic
environments. Commonly sighted at the proposed site are
monkeys, common species of birds such as wagtail, sunbird,
Philippine bulbul and tailorbird, red breasted pigeons and wild
boars. The pristine stand mangroves near the property also
harbors a host of mangrove-associated flora and fauna.
Marine/coast The intertidal and sub tidal zones are characterized by sparse to
thick meadows of sea grasses composed of several species,
which include Thallasia hemprichii, Cymodocea rotundata,
Halodule uninervis, Enhalus acoroides, and Halophila sp. Corals
also fringe the sub tidal area, where the big Pacific waves break
forming white caps and see breeze. Years of incessant exposure
to strong waves particularly during the exposed months carved
spur and groove formations on the reef. Small coral mounds just
in front of the resort interspersed with sand and sea grass.

Common coral associated fish such as butterfly and angel fish

inhabit these coral mounds. Parrot and some rabbit fishes were
also sighted.
Although water turbulence at the time of the assessment was quite

strong resulting from the high energy waves and strong current,
the water did not turn murky even during a strong typhoon
according to the people we interviewed. This is perhaps the
benefit of being surrounded by pristine forest and a predominantly
Karst substrate of the nearby hill resulting in minimal erosion that
would otherwise turn the water murky following heavy downpour.
The wide and relatively intact mangrove forest at the back of the
property also acts as sink of silts coming from land. This is an
additional feature of the resort - a year round clear water that
makes it ideal for water-based activities such as snorkeling and
kayaking.
The exposure to high energy waves formed complex underwater

features such as underwater caves, and spur and groove
formations, and deep channels that are excellent sites for
underwater activities, e.g. Scuba Diving, apart from providing
diverse habitats to shore fish and other cryptic marine organisms,
such as lobsters. Underwater activities including access from the
sea though may be limited during the calmer season, the
southwest monsoon and dry months (April to July), as strong
waves characterize the area during the northeast monsoon and
typhoon months (August – January).
Being an exposed site, storm surge run up during category four

typhoons may reach the foreshore area.
Air Air quality is not an issue in the area being surrounded by intact
forest and far from buildup areas. The only air pollution that could
affect the communities will come from the dust which will
generated by heavy equipment during the construction phase,
however, this could be minimal because the access road leading
to the properly is concreted. Emissions from such equipment will
also be temporary and will be absorbed right away by the
surrounding forest, thus, may not pose health risk to local
residents.
People The population of the municipality for the last fifteen years from
2000 to 2015 has been steadily increasing from 21,600 to around
33,000. A slow increase at 2.48% or some 4,000 individuals took
place between 2000 and 2007 followed by a steep growth by
6.18% between 2008 and 2010. Interestingly a decrease by
1.48% was recorded in 2011 to 2015.
Farming and fishing are the two main sources of income in the
area. Slash and burn farming is evident and may be one of the
major threats to the surrounding forest. Fishing is mostly for deep
sea, pelagic species, such as dolphin fish, tuna, and blue marlin.
Tuna and marlin are so abundant such that San Vicente is site of
an annual game fishing tournament.

A growing business that is creating employment to the local

population is tourism. Fisher folks are now active to provide
service to tourist to supplement their fishing activities. Small
businesses are mushrooming in San Vicente as a result of the
influx of tourist in Santa Ana, Cagayan.
The proposed resort could provide alternative employment to local

communities, during the construction phase as construction
workers and as resort staff during the operation phase. As it is
expected to spur other economic activities in related service
sector. More employment will be generated such as in making and
selling of souvenir items, restaurants, transport, masseurs, tour
guides and boat operators and even agricultural production that
will cater to the needs of the resort.
Key Impacts and Key Environmental Management Measures

Impact Mitigation Development impacts and impacts on socio-economic aspect:
 Conduct of continuous awareness campaign in the project
site;
 Provide social services and livelihood options to the local
communities;
 Prioritize hiring qualified workers from the host barangay,
however, recruitment shall be expanded to the municipality
or other areas especially those skills that cannot be looked
into in the barangay; and
Changes in land form, possible soil erosion and contamination:

 Re-vegetation and planting of trees along highly erodible
areas where structures area to be built, should be carried
out;
 Provision of drainage systems to accommodate surface
runoff in erosion prone areas;
 Proper maintenance and regular inspection of vehicle and
construction equipment; and
 Proper timing of excavation and construction works. This
can be scheduled during the dry season to reduce soil
erosion that could affect the nearby coastal environment.
Loss of vegetation cover and disturbance of flora and fauna:

 Re-vegetation or enhancement of vegetative cover of
affected;
 Areas identified as special habitat of flora and fauna
should be avoided for development; and
 Increase awareness of the local population and tourist
visitors on the importance of intact ecosystems
Changes in air quality:

 Improve the efficiency of heavy equipment engines to
reduce excessive smoke coming from unburned fuel
during the construction phase;
 Reduce dust by regularly wetting the roads used by
passing vehicles.
Effect on water quality and possible water contamination:

 Maintain appropriate easement from water bodies for all

construction activities as mandated by law;
 Install waste water treatment facilities to reprocess waste
waters produced from the resort;
 Install good storage facility to keep used oil, grease, and
other source of contaminants or hazardous materials so as
to prevent accidental spills to any water bodies; and
 Improve vegetation of highly erodible areas.
Social Development The SDP shall be the guide for implementing projects that would
Framework address socio-economic issues and concerns raised by the local
communities during the IEC, public consultations and scoping
specifically as regards their social, cultural, and economic
development status. Tourism will spur some diverse ancillary
economic activities, which makes this proposed project socially
and politically acceptable.
This development will boost the sun, sand and sea type of tourism,
thus will create more employment opportunities for the local
community at various tourism ancillary activities. The overall
positive impact to Sta. Ana’s local economy could be enormous,
that will improve the general well-being of the local residents. The
development of a world class tourism destination in the area will
also become a local pride, if not a land mark, for Sta. Ana
residents.
Part of the strategy to be spelled out in the social development

framework is massive information and education program.
Employment of local residents shall be given priority and access
to the area’s adjacent coastal areas to fishing will not be curtailed.
IEC Framework The IEC framework shall also be created to guide the information
education program that will be pursued in the project area. Key
IEC messages to be tackled will be: a) result of the EIS study
conducted, specifically positive and negative project impacts, risks
associated with the construction of the project, and mitigating and
enhancement measures; b) project benefits; and c) land issues
such as compensation package for affected farmers or fishers, if
any.
The plan includes the identification and training of awareness

campaign front liners to include some leaders and barangay
officials of the recipient barangays. LGU and DOT personnel will
provide them with technical assistance.
ERP Policy Appropriate government agency shall train the resort staff on
procedures and courses of action that should be followed in cases
of emergencies.
The ERP for this project shall be implemented in collaboration with

the DRRM created for every barangay especially when
emergencies are caused by natural calamities.

Abandonment Policy The construction of the project is expected to be completed in five

years, and facility is expected to last for several years.
Surrounding areas that will show signs of degradation as a result
of the construction of the project will be planted with various
species of trees.
The construction materials that will be used during the

construction period must be brought to the designated areas to
avoid social and environmental effects. Hazardous materials will
be kept in a storage facility constructed for such a purpose to
safeguard it from spills and to avoid contamination of nearby water
bodies.
The ultimate goal is to ensure that the construction areas will be

free from any form of debris and hazardous effluent that could
result to water contamination.
Environmental Essentially, monitoring is amongst the more important aspects of

Monitoring Plan any development to be able to immediately address any changes
in the situations. For this project, periodic monitoring must be
undertaken to make the necessary adjustments in case the
measures that are planned are not sufficient to address any
environmental issues that may arise as a result of any
modifications brought about by environmental, political and socio-
economic changes.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PROJECT FACT SHEET .......................................................................................................................................1
TABLE OF CONTENTS........................................................................................................................................7
LIST OF FIGURES.............................................................................................................................................10
LIST OF TABLES ..............................................................................................................................................11
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...................................................................................................................................12

1 BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION ..............................................................................................................12
2 BRIEF SUMMARY OF PROJECT’S EIA PROCESS .....................................................................................16
3 SUMMARY OF BASELINE CHARACTERIZATION ....................................................................................18
4 SUMMARY OF IMPACT ASSESSMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ..........................20
4.1 Impact Mitigation Summary............................................................................................................... 20
4.2 Statement of SDP Framework, IEC Framework, ERP Policy, Abandonment Policy ............................ 22
5 SUMMARY OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN .................................................................23
1 BASIC PROJECT INFORMATION ...............................................................................................................26
2 DESCRIPTION OF THE EIA PROCESS .........................................................................................................28

2.1 EIA TOR ............................................................................................................................................28
2.2 EIA TEAM .........................................................................................................................................30
2.3 EIA STUDY ........................................................................................................................................30
2.4 EIA STUDY AREA ...............................................................................................................................31
2.5 EIA METHODOLOGY .........................................................................................................................32
2.5.1 Environmental Baseline Data Collection ......................................................................................... 33
2.5.2 Public Participation ......................................................................................................................... 34
2.5.3 Pre-scoping activity ......................................................................................................................... 34
2.5.4 Primary Scoping .............................................................................................................................. 35
2.5.5 Secondary Scoping .......................................................................................................................... 35
3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................37

3.1 PROJECT LOCATION AND AREA ........................................................................................................37
3.1.1 Project Location .............................................................................................................................. 37
3.1.2 Project Area .................................................................................................................................... 37
3.2 DIRECT AND INDIRECT IMPACT AREAS .............................................................................................38
3.2.1 Land ................................................................................................................................................ 38
3.2.2 Marine Habitats .............................................................................................................................. 39
3.2.3 People ............................................................................................................................................. 41
3.3 PROJECT RATIONALE ........................................................................................................................43
3.4 PROJECT DEVELOPMENT PLAN, PROCESS/TECHNOLOGY OPTIONS AND PROJECT COMPONENTS… 44
3.4.1 Description of Project Phases ......................................................................................................... 44
3.4.2 Timeframe....................................................................................................................................... 45
3.4.3 Closure and Post Closure Activities ................................................................................................. 45
3.4.4 Process/Technology Options .......................................................................................................... 45
3.4.5 Project Components ....................................................................................................................... 47
3.5 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT PHASES, ASPECTS, WASTES, OTHER ISSUES, BUILT-IN MEASURES ..........49
3.5.1 Project Phases ................................................................................................................................. 49
3.5.2 Waste and Water Management ..................................................................................................... 58
3.6 MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS ..........................................................................................................58

3.6.1 Construction Phase ......................................................................................................................... 58

3.6.2 Operation Phase ............................................................................................................................. 59
3.7 PROJECT COST AND DURATION OF PROJEC DEVELOPMENT ……………………………………………………….59
4 BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, IMPACT ASSESSMENT AND MITIGATION………………………….. 60

4.1 THE LAND .........................................................................................................................................60
4.1.1 Land Classification and Land Use .................................................................................................... 60
4.1.2 Land issues ...................................................................................................................................... 60
4.1.3 Geologic Composition ..................................................................................................................... 61
4.1.4 Topography .................................................................................................................................... 61
4.1.5 Climatic Conditions ......................................................................................................................... 64
4.1.6 Geology of Soil ................................................................................................................................ 64
4.1.7 Geologic and Hydro-meteorological Hazards ................................................................................. 65
4.2 TERRESTRIAL BIOLOGY .....................................................................................................................69
4.2.1 General Vegetation ......................................................................................................................... 69
4.2.2 Fauna .............................................................................................................................................. 70
4.2.3 Freshwater ..................................................................................................................................... 71
4.2.4 Flora ................................................................................................................................................ 72
4.2.5 Mammal Species ............................................................................................................................ 73
4.3 MARINE ECOSYSTEMS ......................................................................................................................73
4.3.1 Coral species ................................................................................................................................... 74
4.3.2 Seagrass Species ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 74
4.4 WATER .............................................................................................................................................75
4.4.1 Hydrology and Hydrogeology ......................................................................................................... 75
4.4.2 Meteorological Features ................................................................................................................. 74
4.4.3 Typhoons ........................................................................................................................................ 76
4.4.4 Rainfall ............................................................................................................................................ 76
4.4.5 Evaporation ..................................................................................................................................... 76
4.4.6 Water Quality.................................................................................................................................. 76
4.5 THE AIR ............................................................................................................................................76
4.5.1 Meteorology ................................................................................................................................... 76
4.5.2 Air Stream ....................................................................................................................................... 77
4.5.3 Tropical Cyclones ............................................................................................................................ 77
4.5.4 Climate ............................................................................................................................................ 77
4.5.5 Temperature ................................................................................................................................... 78
4.5.6 Relative Humidity ............................................................................................................................ 78
4.5.7 Winds .............................................................................................................................................. 78
4.5.8 Rainfall ............................................................................................................................................ 79
4.5.9 Air Quality & noise conditions ........................................................................................................ 79
4.6 THE PEOPLE ......................................................................................................................................79
4.6.1 Demography ................................................................................................................................... 79
4.6.2 Economy ......................................................................................................................................... 80
4.6.3 Scenario with and without the Project ........................................................................................... 81
4.6.4 In-migration Patterns Impact as a Result of Project implementation ............................................ 81
4.6.5 The Project Implementation’s Threat to Public Health vis-à-vis the Baseline Health
Conditions in the Area .................................................................................................................... 82
4.6.6 Local Benefits Expected from Project Implementation .................................................................. 81
4.6.7 The Project Effect to the Delivery of Basic Services and Resource Competition in the Area ......... 82
4.6.8 The Affected Properties on the Implementation of the Project ..................................................... 82
5 ENVIRONMENTAL RISK ASSESSMENT ......................................................................................................83

5.1 INFRASTRUCTURE AND ECOTOURISM SPOTS ...................................................................................83

5.2 TIMING OF CONSTRUCTION .............................................................................................................84
5.3 PROPER PLANNING AND SCHEDULING OF WORK .............................................................................84
5.4 LANDSCAPE ......................................................................................................................................84
5.5 LANDSCAPE DEGRADATION OF THE PROJECT SITE ...........................................................................85
5.6 WATER QUALITY ..............................................................................................................................85
6 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN .................................................................................................86

6.1 IMPACTS MANAGEMENT PLAN ........................................................................................................86
6.1.1 Pre-Construction Phase .................................................................................................................. 86
6.1.2 Operation Phase ............................................................................................................................. 90
6.1.3 Abandonment Activities ................................................................................................................. 93
6.2 SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK ..............................................................................................94
6.3 EMERGENCY RESPONSE POLICY AND GENERIC GUIDELINES .............................................................97
6.3.1 Emergency Response Plan (ERP) ..................................................................................................... 97
6.4 ABANDONMENT/DECOMMISSIONING/REHABILITATION POLICY AND GENERIC GUIDELINES ..........98
6.4.1 Description of the Abandonment Activities .................................................................................... 98
6.4.2 Generic guidelines .......................................................................................................................... 99
6.5 ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PLAN ............................................................................................99
6.5.1 Self-Monitoring Plan ....................................................................................................................... 99
6.5.2 Environmental Monitoring Fund (EMF) ........................................................................................ 106
6.6 INSTITUTIONAL PLAN FOR EMP IMPLEMENTATION ....................................................................... 107
REFERENCES................................................................................................................................................. 109
ATTACHMENT 1. MINUTES OF TECHNICAL REVIEW MEETING ………………………………………………………………….. 110
ATTACHMENT 2. INFORMATION AND EDUCATION CAMPAIGN ………………………………………………………………. 112
ATTACHMENT 3. PUBLIC SCOPING …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 139
ATTACHMENT 4 LABORATORY RESULT ON WATER ANALYSIS FOR PROPOSED WATER SYSTEM
FOR POZO ROBO AND ANGUIB BEACH CLUB ………………………………………………………………… 170

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 3.1 Location map of Anguib Beach Club 37

Figure 3.2 Coconut trees planted in Aguib Beach resort 39
Figure 3.3 Aguib Coastal Area 40
Figure 3.4 Proposed Site Development plan Anguib Beach Club Project 46
Figure 3.5 Waste Water Treatment and Solid Waste Materials Facilities 47
Figure 4.1 Geologic map of the Philippines 61
Figure 4.2 Elevation Map of Santa Ana, Cagayan 63
Figure 4.3 Slope Map of Santa Ana, Cagayan 63
Figure 4.4 Climatic Map of Cagayan 64
Figure 4.5 Soil Map of Sta. Ana, Cagayan 65
Figure 4.6 Map of risk on hydro-meteorological hazards 66
Figure 4.7 Fault zone map of northern Luzon 67
Figure 4.8 Natural hazard risks and typhoon incidence in the Philippines 68
Figure 6.1 Organizational Chart of Balai Cagayano Incorporated 107

LIST OF TABLES
Table 2.1 Summary of key discussion points and concerns during the 28
Technical review
Table 2.2 Brief descriptions of the EIA team members 30
Table 2.3 EIA Study Schedule 30
Table 2.4 Summary of agreed-upon scope of the EIA study 36
Table 3.1 Population by Barangay of Sta. Ana in 2015 41
Table 3.2 Visitor Arrivals to the Philippines by Subcontinent of Residence 43
Table 3.3 Description of potential impacts of project activities during pre- 49
construction phase and option to address them
Table 3.4 Description of potential impacts during construction phase and 50
options to address
Table 3.5 Description of potential impacts during construction phase and 54
options to address them
Table 4.1 Elevation Categories of Santa Ana, Cagayan 62
Table 4.2 Slope Classification of Sta Ana, Cagayan 62
Table 4.3 List of birds with corresponding range and conservation status 70
Table 4.4 List of freshwater species 71
Table 4.5 List of trees found in the proposed resort zone and adjacent areas 72
Table 4.6 List of mammal species 73
Table 4.7 List of Coral genera and dominance based on number of times 74
encountered at Anguib Cove Area
Table 4.8 List of Seagrass genera and Average estimate at Anguib Cove 75
compared to 2009 record
Table 4.9 Monthly meteorogical data gathered from Tuguegarao City 75
PAGASA sub station
Table 4.10 Mean monthly evaporation in Cagayan 76
Table 4.11 Mean, Minimum and Maximum Temperatures 78
Table 4.12 Relative Humidity Data 78
Table 4.13 Wind Data 79
Table 4.14 Population by Barangay of Sta. Ana in 2015 80
Table 6.1 Proposed Social Development Plan 94
Table 6.2 Proponents' Abandonment Plan 98
Table 6.3 Self-Monitoring Plan Matrix 99

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1 BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Project The Anguib Beach Resort Project will be established in the municipality of
Location Sta Ana, Cagayan. The project site is located at Anguib Cove, in barangay
and Area San Vicente, Santa Ana, Cagayan within coordinates180 31’ 11.66” North
latitude and 1220 12’ 41.77 East longitude. The titled property covers a total
of 12-hectares within which resort structures and facilities will be built which
will include open cottages, cabanas, recreational facilities, waste water
treatment and solid waste management facilities and parking spaces.
The proposed project is about 600 kilometers from Manila and 150
kilometers north of Tuguegarao City. It can be accessed through land
transportation with the fully concreted road and air transportation through
the Tuguegarao City domestic airport and Lal-lo International airport. There
is also an operational airport in barangay San Vicente but it can only
accommodate small aircraft. Although relatively secluded, a concrete road
connects the proposed area to San Vicente, some 7 km in distance and
about 2 kilometers from the junction to Pozo Robo Beach Club. An alternate
route is through a 30 minutes outrigger boat ride from San Vicente Port
which at the moment is the main access as the road going to the area from
the concreted road is being developed. The site is also within the Cagayan
Economic Zone. It can also be reached through water craft from the San
Vicente Port.
Rationale The presence of the Cagayan Economic Zone, and the recent rapid
economic development of Cagayan Province necessitates the development
of its tourism sector to cater to the ever increasing arrivals of both local and
foreign tourists. Locators and foreign guests at CEZA are a captive market
for the resort. The establishment of an ecofriendly resort provides an option
to traditional urban-based accommodations for CEZA.
The development of an ecotourism site such as this will contribute greatly to

the promotion of tourism in Cagayan and the country in general, where the
pristine natural resources such as Karst forest and ultramafic forests, vast
mangroves and the scenic view of the Pacific Coast are the main draw to
the area, which could rival other world class destinations. The long stretches
of white, calcium carbonate-generated sand, and the siltation free sea water,
are ideal for the sun, sand, and sea type of ecotourism activities. The rich
natural flora and fauna particularly the mangrove forest within the property
can also be developed for other uses, e.g., trekking, and
educational/interpretation purposes.
Project The project has three major components, namely:

Components
 Construction of permanent eco-friendly structures to accommodate
local and foreign tourists
 Development of eco-friendly tourism products/events/activities within
the property
 Development of waste water and solid waste management facilities
in strategic location in the area

Project The project will have three major phases:

Phases
 Pre-construction phase
The preliminary phase, or preconstruction phase, will be devoted for

securing all the necessary permits required for the establishment of the
project, as well as for public consultations and initial awareness
campaign activities, public scoping, public hearing and the like.
 Construction phase
The construction phase involves two major components, which can be

done simultaneously, namely: the construction and installation of
resort’s facilities. Many other activities will be simultaneously
conducted with these two major components of the project to include
development of eco-friendly tourism products/events, institutional
development, installation of waste water treatment, solid waste
management facilities and the like.
 Operation
This phase shall be the actual operation of the Beach Club, to include
marketing and promotion, institutional development and many other
associated activities needed to effectively manage the resort.
Process/ The following are the process/technology options:

Technology
 Establishment of Needed Infrastructures and eco-friendly tourism
products/events.
The plan is to develop a world class eco-friendly resort to

accommodate local and foreign tourists. The major permanent
structures to be put up within the property include cabanas, recreational
facilities (swimming pool, children’s leisure area, etc.) and cottages,
waste water treatment and solid waste materials management
facilities. There will be other eco-friendly structures and facilities, to be
constructed outside the property such as trekking trails and
interpretative spots to accommodate educational trips.
 Power Supply
The resort is currently connected to the utility through CAGELCO II.

However, the Company will put up a standby generator to provide
electricity to the whole facility in case of power failure from the utility.
Another power reserve option in the future is the installation of solar
power to provide the electricity requirement of the area especially
during summer period. The installation of renewable energy as a
source of power of the resort is in a way a contribution to the global
climate change initiatives to combat the mitigate warming temperature.
 Waste Management Systems
The resort shall establish the waste-water treatment and solid waste
material facilities in strategic location within the titled property. The

Company will establish solid waste management facility to properly

manage solid waste materials produced in the resort into proper
disposal so as not to produce negative impact to the environment. The
garbage collection system shall implement waste segregation in
addition to the waste disposal service provided by the barangay and
LGU. The biodegradable materials shall be processed as organic
fertilizer in the MRF while the non-biodegradable shall be collected
through the regular garbage collection activities of the LGU.
The waste water treatment facility to be established will collect all waste
water from the establishments and it will be processed/treated before it
will be re-used or released to the designated area for this purpose. The
proposed waste water treatment facility to be used is a technology
being implemented in many resorts not only in the Philippines but
worldwide. There is a need to put up the proposed facility in the resort
as there is a danger of eutrophication of nearby body of water within
the wide intertidal area that shows the tendency to entrain water, hence
with higher residence time. High residence time increases the
utilization of nutrients which increases undesirable outcome such as
algal blooms.
Products
and
Production
Capacity
Major Waste During the construction phase of the project, substantial amount of solid
Stream waste materials will mainly come from the workers during construction
(both solid although there are also produced by tourist/visitors coming to the area due
waste and to the initial operation of the resort. During the operation phase, all the daily
waste water) solid waste materials produced will be collected and brought to the solid
waste management facility for proper segregation so that the biodegradable
materials will be processed onsite for the production of organic fertilizer and
the non-biodegradable materials shall be collected by the LGU through their
regular solid waste materials collection activities. However, during the
construction phase, the contractor of the project shall be responsible for the
collection of the solid waste materials produced by the workers at
segregation will be conducted in the identified solid waste disposal area. The
construction of the MRF in the identified landfill in the resort shall also start
during the construction phase to properly manage the solid waste materials
produced by the workers as well as the solid waste materials produced by
the tourist/visitors.
On the other hand, the waste water facility that shall be installed to collect
all waste water produced in the different establishments for treatment. The
waste water system shall be connect to the different establishments to allow
the processing of all waste water to be produced. During the construction
phase, the contractor shall construct a temporary septic tank in safe place
for use of the workers while in the resort, the existing septic tank established
in the area can be temporarily used by the visitors. Importantly, no waste
water shall be improperly disposed in the resort during the construction and
operation phase of the project.
Manpower The manpower needed for the construction and the operation phase are
specified below:

 Construction Phase
The project will employ about personnel during the construction of

the project. Majority of the labor force will be recruited from the
barangays covered by the project as long as the needed skills are
available locally. Most of the activities that will be undertaken will
require heavy works, i.e. concreting, etc., thus, a larger proportion of
the needed manpower will be males. Females will only be hired for
light works.
 Operation Phase
The project will employ about 20 regular staff for the areas of
operation of the resort.
Project Cost The cost of establishing the project is estimated at PhP 9.45 Million.
Project The project is scheduled to be completed within a period of 1 year. It is

Duration expected to start on 2019 and to become fully operational in 2020 except
affected by force majeure.

2 BRIEF SUMMARY OF PROJECT’S EIA PROCESS

EIA Preparer Team
Dr. Artemio Antolin, PhD Team leader, Land Use and environmental impact analysis
Dr. Restituta Antolin, PhD Socio-economic, community development, public health
and IEC
Monico Anzia Physical and biological Assessment
Manolo Sumabat Environment and disaster risk analysis
Mike Atrigenio Marine and fresh water assessment
Dr. Ivan Karl Antolin, Research Assistant
DVM
Jon Fontiveros Research Assistant
Study Period The Environmental Impact Assessment was conducted
over the duration of 90 working days including the period for
securing the Environmental Compliance Certificate.
Study Area The study area covers the entire barangay of San Vicente.
The major focus of the assessment is the 12 hectares resort

site. However, studies also cover some areas outside the
site as regards the terrestrial ecosystems (flora and fauna)
and marine areas that will be impacted by the establishment
of the beach club, its socio-economic implications, and
other impacts, both positive and negative.
The study area comprises three major ecosystems: beach

areas, ultramafic and Karst forests, and coastal marine
habitats. The socio-economic conditions in the nearby
populated areas shall also be assessed.
EIA Method Various activities were conducted in the field to generate

the primary and secondary data needed to prepare a sound
EIS report.
The EIA process was conducted based on the DAO 2003-

30 and the new guidelines (DAO 2017-18) provided for this
purpose. The study commenced with the conduct of
technical review and screening of the EIA process that was
undertaken at the EMB regional office. The project
description was presented during the technical review. It
was followed by the consultation with the LGU of Santa
Ana, the barangays of San Vicente who has the
administrative jurisdiction of the project area and CEZA.
Followed is the awareness campaign activities, gathering of
secondary and primary data and public scoping.
Simultaneous assessment activities were undertaken

through the teams created for the specific fields such as;
land use and environmental impact analysis, biophysical
assessments, socio-economic assessments, marine and
fresh water assessments, environment and disaster
assessment. The teams were headed by an expert and
supported by the researchers and the other stakeholders.

As a standard protocol, the team undertook levelling off

meetings, consultations, coordination, and orientation
meetings with the local stakeholders in collaboration with
relevant municipal and regional government agencies
before proceeding with site assessments. The methods for
collecting the data was dependent on the assessment
conducted and followed standard data gathering
methodologies.
The data analysis, integration and preparation of the EIS

report shall be conducted immediately after fieldwork.
Validation of the data was done through the presentation of
the draft EIS report to the various stakeholders. The EIS
report was submitted for the REVCOM review.
Field validation by the REVCOM shall be conducted after

the committee review of the EIS report. All observations and
recommendations of the REVCOM members shall be
incorporated in the final EIS report to be submitted to the
EMB for the final review of the REVCOM and issuance of
the ECC.
Summary of Public A very important portion of the EIA process is the conduct
Participation of public consultations with all stakeholders of the project
particularly the affected local communities, business
operators and local leaders (barangay and municipal).
Public consultations/scoping and awareness campaign
activities were conducted as part of the primary activities in
the ground to get initial feedback from the affected
constituents. The consultative meetings and public scoping
were venues for generating community feedback, and
pressing concerns, which the EIA team, including the
project proponent’s representatives, took note of so that it
could be appropriately addressed when the project will be
implemented.
It is worth highlighting that social and political acceptance

for the project is strong as manifested by the endorsement
through barangay resolution, which forms part of this EIS
report. Interestingly, no individual registered opposition to
the project. The only common concerns raised during the
public consultations/scoping were about the benefits or
incentives to be given to the local communities when the
project becomes operational and lack of coordination of the
proponent to the barangay the operation of the resort. It was
recommended that the local residents must be prioritized
for hiring during the construction and operation phase for
the work in the resort that fit to their skills.
The solid waste materials to be produced is likewise a

concern that if it will not be managed properly. However, the
proponent assured that the concerns will be taken into
considerations by the company. The resort will establish a
solid waste management system that collects and
segregate solid waste materials wherein the biodegradable

shall be processed into organic fertilizer onsite, and the

non-biodegradable wastes shall be properly disposed of in
the municipal dumpsite with the help of the municipal waste
collection system.
3 SUMMARY OF BASELINE CHARACTERIZATION
ECOSYSTEM FINDINGS
Land Based on the actual assessment conducted, the proposed project site is
predominantly flat nestled by the mangrove and Karst forest. The shore is
flat which is hedged with thick to sparse beach forest. A significant portion
of the property has been planted coconut trees. The surrounding forest,
specifically at the back of this shorefront property is pristine mangrove
forest, and part of the northern end of Sierra Madre Mountain Range. As
such, the background is mountainous, with some steep slopes covered by
Dipterocarp forest.
Small settlements can be found about a kilometer from the site. One is
located at the promontory that divides Pozo Robo and Anguib Cove where
some indigenous people who are temporarily staying when food are
abundant. The permanent settlement of the Indigenous People is in the
Palaui Island within the Navy reservation area.
Since the property is surrounded by pristine mangrove and beach forest and
further back is a natural growth forest which is part of the Sierra Madre
Mountain Range, biodiversity is inherently high. The forest is connected to
the proposed Northeastern Cagayan Protected Landscape and Seascape
which was proclaimed locally by the province of Cagayan. The area, which
is the tip of the Sierra Madre Mountain Range, is abutting the Peñablanca
Protected Landscape and Seascape and the Northern Sierra Madre Natural
Park, two of the universally recognized biodiversity areas by the
International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in the northern
end of the Sierra Madre Mountain Range. As such, it shares many of the
species harbored by these protected areas. A unique vegetation is the large
patches of pristine mangrove forest which provides beautiful background for
the resort.
To the further south of the resort is pristine natural growth forest dominated
by Dipterocarp species, which is known in the international wood market as
Philippine mahogany. The most prominent species of flora are; Tanguile,
Mayapis, Red lauan, and etc. as well as premium hardwood species like;
Narra, Molave, and Tindalo.
Water As the name suggests, the project is a beach front property thereby adjacent
to the sea, specifically the Pacific Ocean. The adjacent body of water can
be affected by many ways by the existence of the resort. During the
construction phase, erosion will increase siltation and may result in murky
water. This is particularly true in the wide intertidal area where entrainment
has been observed, e.g., eddies were observed. Silt may lodge directly on
benthic organisms like sea grasses and corals in the intertidal area.
Resuspension and eventual transport of sediments may be facilitated by

strong currents and high-energy waves during the exposed months or

Northeast monsoon period.
On the other hand, the impact can come from dumping of waste water that
contain high amount of nutrients, e.g., phosphate that will fertilize the water
column during the operation phase. Over-fertilization will result in unwanted
macro-algal bloom similar to what had been observed in Boracay. The
tendency of the area to entrain water will increase the likelihood of algal
bloom. The other impact may come from the water based activities of resort
guests, littering on the shore, trampling upon sea grass beds and corals in
the shallow intertidal area.
Air In general, the air in the project area is fresh, clean and free from any
pollution. This is due to the absence of any major source of air pollutants.
The area is pristine and surrounded by primary and secondary forests,
which are far from human population.
The only possible source of air pollution will be the dust produced in the
hauling of materials during the construction phase of the project as heavy
equipment and hauling trucks will be operated. This problem, however, will
eventually dissipate as soon as construction activities will be completed.
People The population of the municipality of Santa Ana, Cagayan for the last fifteen
years from 2000 to 2015 are 21,612, 25,833, 30,458 and 32,906 for the
census years 2000, 2007, 2010 and 2015 respectively. As presented the
population is in an uptrend scenario. During the census year conducted,
there was an increase of 4,221 inhabitants from 2000 to 2007, translating to
an annual growth rate of 2.49%. From 2007 to 2010 the annual growth rate
increased to 6.18% while there was a decrease by 1.48% in following
census years 2010 to 2015.
Majority of the population of Santa Ana are farmers and the main crops are
rice and corn. A few farmers are into pineapple and banana production.
Those who live in the coastal barangays are also into fishing.
One significant development in the local economy of Santa Ana is the

growing tourism industry, which is an offshoot of the creation of the Cagayan
Freeport Zone. Establishment of resorts and hotels are evident in the area
as there is a significant increase in local and international tourist’s arrival in
the place. Specially, with the opening of the international airport in the
nearby town of Lal-lo, Cagayan it is expected that tourist arrivals coming
from Taiwan and China will continue to increase. Proof of such is the
budding island hopping packages catered by two cooperatives of boat
operators, namely, PASAMOBA and SAMOBA.
The project does not pose any significant health risk, as the project will not
be using any hazardous materials during construction. The only potential
health problem may be caused by the dust that vehicles used for hauling
construction materials will produce, but proper planning can easily control
this. Waste materials and effluents may be produced during the construction
and operation phase of the project, however, these waste materials can be
disposed or managed properly in accordance with existing local and national
regulations.

A stream of benefits is expected to accrue to the local community especially

in the form of employment opportunities in the resort itself or in ancillary
industries, e.g., tour operations as mentioned above. This will significantly
improve the living conditions of the local residents and of the economic
condition of the municipality as a whole.
4 SUMMARY OF IMPACT ASSESSMENT AND

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
4.1 IMPACT MITIGATION SUMMARY

Activities/ Potential Impact Options for Prevention or
Environmental Mitigation or Enhancement
Aspect
Pre-Construction Phase
 Preparation of People  Conduct of continuous
permits and  Apprehension of affected awareness campaign during
clearances farmers and fisher folks on the the construction and
 Identification and environmental and social operation of the project
compensation impacts of the project on their  Priority employment must be
negotiation current livelihood assured to the local
 Fear of losing portion of their communities with skills
fishing grounds and access to appropriate to the project
farm lands without any before recruitment shall be
compensation expanded to other areas
outside the project
 Non-closure of fishing
grounds to local fisher folks
Construction Phase
 Earthworks, Land  Immediate re-vegetation or
construction  Accelerated soil erosion planting of trees in affected
activities and attributed to soil movements areas
movements of especially in the cut and fill  Putting in place of drainage
heavy equipment areas system and other needed
 Siltation of river systems, structures
creeks and other water bodies  Construction of drainage
 Contamination of soil from system to accommodate
hazardous effluents surface runoff
 Proper maintenance
equipment to be used in the
construction
 Proper storage of effluents to
avoid spillage
 Proper timing of construction
in highly critical areas
 Training of workers on proper
containment and handling of
effluent materials to prevent
spillage
 Establishment of solid waste
disposal area

Air and noise  Hauling trucks are covered to

 Change in air quality due to prevent sand and gravel to fall
dust and smoke out during travel
 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) and  Control dust by regulating the
particulate emissions speed of hauling trucks
 Increased noise levels  Improve efficiency of engines
attributed by hauling trucks & to prevent excessive smoke
other heavy equipment emissions
  Re-greening of areas that will
not be used for production to
sequester greenhouse gas
 Proper maintenance of heavy
equipment and vehicles
People and their socio-  Prioritize hiring qualified

economic activities workers from the Barangay
 Generation of employment covering the project
 Influx of migrants  Increase tax collection to
 Increased social services improve basic services
 Creation of business  Ensure safety of workers
opportunities through the provision of
 Occupational health and safety proper safety devices to the
hazards to workers workers
  First aid kit shall be made
available on site
 Create medical facilities
accessible to workers in times
of emergency
 Land Clearing, Land  Re-vegetation and

Grading and  Loss of vegetative cover enhancement of affected
Earthmoving  Destruction of habitat of flora areas
operations and fauna  Areas identified as special
 Accelerated soil erosion habitat of flora and fauna will
be avoided
 Constructions in the critical
areas must be done with
proper timing
 Less earth movement work
during rainy season
Water  Maintain appropriate

 Effect on water quality due to easement from water bodies
siltation for all construction activities
 Water contamination  Proper storage of hazardous
 Contamination of water bodies materials to avoid water
by hazardous effluent materials contamination
 Re-vegetation of highly
erodible areas to prevent
excessive soil erosion during
rainy season
Operation Phase

Operation of the Land  Re-vegetation of degraded

resort  Change in landscape form areas
 Accelerated soil erosion and  Implementation of soil erosion
siltation control measures
 Soil contamination  Proper storage of hazardous
 Loss of vegetation cover effluents
Enforcement of solid
waste management
program as per RA
9003
Water Contamination  Establishment of sediment

 Due to runoff control measures
 Due to spillage  Provide suitable storage
facilities for hazardous
materials
 Prevent the possible
discharge of any
contaminants to water bodies
Air Quality  Re-greening of affected areas

 Dust  Use of properly maintained
 GHG heavy equipment and vehicles
 Plant trees
People (Development Impact)  Prioritize hiring of local

 Influx of migrant and workers
generation of employment  Conduct trainings
 Increased business  Pay taxes to local government
opportunities  Improve delivery of basic
 Increased local government services
revenue
Occupational health and safety  Safety measures in place,

hazards provide safety trainings
 Medical aid
4.2 STATEMENT OF SDP FRAMEWORK, IEC FRAMEWORK, ERP POLICY,

ABANDONEMENT POLICY
4.2.1 Social Development Framework
A Social Development Plan (SDP) is designed to achieve inclusive development to improve

the living conditions of the local communities particularly those hosting the project. The
creation of economic options both during the construction and operation of the project can be
achieve by formulating a strategic plan to create livelihood opportunities that will augment the
disposable income of the local communities generated from their source of income before the
project. The SDP is designed to address several issues and concerns raised by the local
community based on their social, cultural, and economic development status. Significant
positive variables such as opportunities for improving fishing capacity, creation of livelihood,
employment and other economic options and improvement of the delivery of basic services

were found to be the major factors influencing the high acceptability of the project among the
LGUs and the host community.
The active participation of stakeholders in creating economic opportunities, project planning,

implementation and monitoring activities is crucial in sustaining the operation of the resort.
Women’s participation in all the activities especially in tourism is a very important aspect that
must be taken into account to ensure that both men and women are equally productive in
every socio-economic endeavor.
4.2.2 IEC Framework
Massive IEC should be one of the main focuses to be undertaken before and during the
construction of the project, and should be done continuously even during the operation to
create awareness as regards the roles, responsibilities and benefits for establishing the
project. For a more collaborative effort, the major players of the project (LGU and project
proponent) shall integrate this IEC plan to their short and medium term development plans to
make sure that the awareness campaign planned for this project will not be left out of their
regular funding which is very essential for every endeavor. Meanwhile, as the project is yet to
start, proponent can begin cultivating its relationship with the local communities through the
implementation of the IEC activities. Among the key IEC messages to be tackled are: a) results
of the EIS study conducted, project impacts both negative and positive, risks associated during
construction of the project, mitigating and enhancement measures; b) project benefits; and c)
land issues and livelihood issues such as access to fishing grounds.
4.2.3 ERP Policy
An Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is necessary to quickly respond to the needs of

damaged areas to cushion the gravity of damage. For this project, the proponent together with
appropriate local LGU department will be equipped with the procedures and courses of action
that should be followed in cases of emergencies.
The plan identifies responsible groups/individuals to take action immediately upon discovery
of an emergency situation. The function of each personnel should be well-defined so as not
to create complications when responding to emergencies.
4.2.4 Abandonment Policy
The construction of the project is expected to be completed in one year period, and the resort
complex is expected to last for several years except when extraordinary disasters will damage
the infrastructures. The temporary shelter/bunkhouse used during construction including its
waste disposal area will be immediately demolished, as soon as the project construction is
finished. Solid waste materials produced shall be cleaned up and brought to the waste
disposal facility for proper segregation and recycling.
As part of the abandonment plan, the surrounding areas with signs of degradation as a result
of the construction of the project shall be rehabilitated; various tree species native to the area
will be planted where appropriate.
5 SUMM ARY OF THE ENVI RONMENTAL MONITORI NG PL AN
Monitoring of the environmental conditions is a very critical component of project operations

in order to check whether the built-in safeguards aimed at mitigating perceived impacts is
working as planned. Periodic monitoring is essential for adjustments in cases where the
measures are not sufficient to address the environmental issues as a result of any
modifications brought about by environmental, political or socio-economic changes. Regular

monitoring helps to prevent serious impacts by looking for signs of risk that could translate to
actual injury and might result to long-term damage.

ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT STATEMENT
REPORT
ANGUIB BEACH CLUB PROJECT
December 2018

1 BASIC PROJECT INFORMATION
Project Name Anguib Resort Project
Project Location The Anguib Beach Resort Project will be established in the
municipality of Santa Ana, Cagayan. The project site is located in
Anguib Cove in barangay San Vicente within180 31’ 11.66” North
latitude and 1220 12’ 41.77 East longitude. The titled property
covers a total of 12 hectares within shall be built the resort’s
cabanas, open cottages, waste water treatment and solid waste
materials management facilities and recreational area.
Essentially, the area is positioned at northeastern tip of Santa
Ana, Cagayan land mass facing the Pacific Ocean. Based on the
available satellite images and physical assessments conducted,
the area is still considered pristine in terms of its biological
resources and natural features. It abuts three major nationally
proclaimed protected areas systems and one locally proclaimed
protected area in the northern end of the Sierra Madre, the
Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park in Isabela and the
Peñablanca Protected Landscape and Seascape, Palaui Island
Protected Landscape and the Northeastern Cagayan Protected
Landscape and Seascape.
Based on the available satellite images and physical

assessments conducted, the project area is considered
agricultural land of which portions are planted with coconut and
other fruit bearing trees. Other portion of the area has good
vegetation of beach forest and mangrove forest. In the immediate
frontage is a long stretch of white beach along the seacoast of
the Pacific Ocean.
The proposed project is about 600 from Manila and 150

kilometers north of Tuguegarao City. It can be reached through
land or air through the Tuguegarao City and Lal-lo airports.
Although relatively secluded, a concrete road connects the
proposed area to San Vicente some 7 km from the barangay
proper of San Vicente and about 2 kilometer of road under
construction. It can also reach in 30 minutes banc ride from the
San Vicente Port.
Nature of Project The proposed resort shall be constructed in a 12-hectare

beachfront property. It shall consist of cabanas, open cottages,
reception facility, leisure parks, waste water treatment facility and
solid waste materials management facility to cater the
recreational needs of the visitors and at the same time a
conductive place to stay.
Threshold Limits
Proponent
Name Balai Cagayano Incorporated
Address Bakai San Vicente, Sta Ana, Cagayan, Philippines
Contact Person Kenneth Prince Mercado/Neil Mangiliman

Contact 09175047330, 09277748457

Numbers
Brief Profile Project Officer In charge for the Cagayan Operation of Balai
Cagayano Incorporated/Project supervisor for Pozo Robo Beach
Club and Anguib Beach Club
EIA Preparer
Name Environment and Development Alternative Solutions Services c/o
Artemio T. Antolin, PhD, Executive Director
Address 182 Dona Luz Street, Panacal Village, Tanza, Tuguegarao City
Contact Number 09175192821

2 DESCRIPTION OF THE EIA PROCESS
2.1 THE TO R
The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the proposed Anguib Beach Club Project
was conducted to achieve the following objectives:
(i) To generate baseline information on the existing biophysical and social

conditions of the proposed Anguib Beach Club Project;
(ii) To identify/assess the significant environmental impacts of the project during

the Construction and Operation phases of the project;
(iii) To conduct full environmental impact assessment of the projects direct and
indirect impact areas for the formulation of the Environmental Impact
Statement report as basis for the issuance of Environmental Compliance
Certificate (ECC); and
(iv) To formulate an appropriate environmental management and monitoring plan,

social development framework, and information, education, and
communication (IEC) Plan to ensure that the environmental protection and
monitoring measures specified in the ECC will be complied by the proponent.
Relevant of the TOR, this section similarly, summarizes the process undertaken in the conduct
of the EIA for the development of the Anguib Beach Club. The activities started with the
levelling off meeting of the EMB personnel concerned-EIA Division, Proponent-Balai
Cagayano Incorporated, and EDASS-EIA Consultants commissioned by the proponent to
conduct the full EIA for the issuance of Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) for the
full development of the Anguib Beach Club resort. Simultaneous with the levelling off meeting
is the Technical Review for the proposed project where the project description was presented
and discussed. The result of the discussion during the EIA Technical Review is presented in
Table 2.1 below:
Table 2.1. Summary of key discussions points and concerns during the Technical Review
EIARC’S KEY CONCERNS PROPONENT’S EIARC’S EVALUATION OF
RESPONSE RESPONSE
Project impact to fishing Continued, uninterrupted,
ground access to fishing grounds by
local fisher folks shall be
allowed including gleaning
for shells in front of the
beach property.
Project’s impact to biological Flora and fauna inventory

resources including form part of the EIA study.
possibility of loss of habitat Result of the study will
provide important
information for a science-
based decision making
process in the management

of the resort. The strongest

draw of the result is the
maintenance of the pristine
environmental condition
surrounding the resort, thus,
the resort shall help maintain
the integrity of the
surrounding forest and
conservation of the flora and
fauna therein.
During rainy season, the Continuous re-vegetation

resort may contribute to and erosion control shall be
siltation of nearby waters integral part of the resort
thus affecting fish catch and operation.
biological productivity
Air pollution and increase in Air and noise pollution are

noise expected only during the
construction phase and will
be coming from the
operation of heavy
equipment and the hauling of
materials and possible use
of dynamite in tunnel
construction. As a mitigating
measure, all vehicles will be
regularly inspected and
always kept in good
condition. Trucks hauling
aggregate materials should
be covered during transport
and roads passing through
residential areas should be
regularly sprayed with water
to reduce dust.
Change in the local climate IEC activities will be
conducted regularly to
communicate the effect of a
changing climate and to
educate communities on
how to become more
resilient to it.
Livelihood and employment Local residents will be given

priority in the recruitment for
the labor needed, provided
they are qualified and have
the needed skills.
Facilitate accessing
community livelihood project
from the different

government agencies and

funding donors.
Lack of collaboration Continuous dialogue and

between the proponent and coordination to the local
local stakeholders (barangay stakeholders shall be
and municipal LGUs) undertaken regularly
2.2 EI A TE AM
The Balai Cagayano Incorporated has commissioned the Environment and Development
Alternative Solutions Services to conduct the EIA for the company. Immediately, EDASS
organized its team composed of experts/specialists of the required field of expertise in the EIA
study. Experts fielded by EDASS are experts on land use and environmental impact analysis,
socio-economic, community development, public health and awareness campaign, physical
and biological assessment, Environmental and disaster risk assessment and marine and fresh
water assessment. Table 2 below enumerated the EIA Team.
Table 2.2. Brief descriptions of the EIA team members

NAME OF TEAM FIELD OF EXPERTISE MODULE ASSIGNED
MEMBER
Dr. Artemio Antolin Environmental Overall project leader and land
Specialist/Team Leader use and environmental impact
analysis
Dr. Restituta Antolin Socio-economic, Community Socio-economic assessment
Dev’t. and IEC expert and IEC
For. Monico B. Anzia Biophysical Assessment Physical and spatial analysis
expert and biological assessment
For. Heliodoro Sumabat Environment and Disaster Environment and Disaster risk
Risk expert analysis
Michael Atrigenio Fresh water and Marine Fresh water and marine study
environment expert
Dr. Ivan Karl Antolin and Assistant Researcher
John Fontiveros
2.3 EI A STUDY
An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is required prior to the issuance of an

Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) for the full development of the Anguib Beach
Club Project. The EIA process was conducted over a duration of 3 months or 90 working days.
The actual work commenced on September 20, 2018 and ended on Dec. 15, 2018 (Table
2.3). The various activities included consultations, project scoping activities, secondary data
gathering, actual field assessments, preparation of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
report, and securing the ECC from the Environment and Management Bureau (EMB).
Table 2.3. EIA Study Schedule

Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec.
EIA PROCESS/ACTIVITIES 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
A. Screening
 Preparation and
submission of EIA

Coverage and
Requirements Screening
Checklist
 Mobilization of expert
team
B. IEC and Scoping
 Preparation and conduct
of IEC
 Preparation and conduct
of public scoping
C. EIA Study
 Secondary data
gathering
 Conduct field research
and primary data
gathering (air, water, soil,
flora and fauna, health
and sanitation,
occupation health and
safety, socio-economic,
etc.)
 Preparation and
submission of EIA report
D. EIA Review and Evaluation
 Review by the EIA
Review Committee
 Public Hearing
 Preparation and
submission of Additional
Information, if needed by
REVCOM
E. Final report packaging and
submission of EIS report &
issuance of ECC
2.4 EI A STUDY ARE A
The study area covers 12-hectare beach front property at San Vicente, Santa Ana, Cagayan
within the Cagayan Freeport Zone.
The proposed site is surrounded by intact beach and mangrove forest in the southern
boundaries and foreshore areas in the northern side. Some developed farm lots by a cluster
of settlements are apparent about 3km before reaching the area along the concreted road
from the barangay proper of San Vicente. The entire 12 hectares is vegetated by beach and
mangrove forest and agricultural crops dominated by coconut trees and other fruit bearing
trees. The area is within Alienable and Disposable lands and formerly classified as agricultural
lands as manifested by the coconut trees and other fruit trees planted in the area. Now, the
area is part of the eco-tourism zone of Santa Ana through the initiative of the Cagayan
Economic Development Authority (CEZA). CEZA is now promoting the Cagayan Freeport
Zone as premier tourist destination in the Philippines.
The general topographical characteristics of Sta. Ana, where the proposed beach resort is
located, are mountainous to rolling lands and plains. Large portion of the area is within the
northern portion of the Sierra Madre Mountain ranges and the general topography is

mountainous to rolling. Although the area of the municipality has a rugged terrain, there are
no areas with an elevation of above 1,000 meters above sea level.
Specifically, the topography of Aguib area where the proposed project is located, is level while
the immediate adjacent areas particularly at the eastern boundaries are sloping to moderately
rugged especially the areas covered by karst forest.
The municipality of Santa Ana itself is endowed with creeks, brooks and rivers giving the area
abundant supply of water. The ground water on the other hand could be tapped for domestic
or industrial use. Specifically, for the project area, its proximity to the Pacific Ocean is an
advantage for development of water related tourism activities.
The climate of Santa Ana falls under the fourth type of climate under the Modified Corona
Classification of Climate (http://www.cropsreview.com/climate-types.html). It is characterized
by having evenly distributed rainfall throughout the year. There is a short dry season which
begins in the month of March and ends late July. The hottest months are April, May and June.
Generally, the months of June, July and August are moderate with occasional rains. The rest
of the year is characterized by heavy downpours.
Rainfall varies from 16.00 mm to 44.00 mm in the mountainous areas, with an annual average
of 26.00 mm. Temperature ranges from a low of 17 degrees Celsius during the period of
November to February, to a high of 35 degrees Celsius during the months of April, May and
June, with May being the warmest month and January as the coldest.
Based from the Bureau of Soil and Water Management (BSWM), there are eight soil textures
that can be found in the municipality of Sta Ana area. These are Hydrosol, San Manuel silt
loam, Alaminos loam, Beach sand, Alaminos clay loam, Buguey loamy sand, Quingua silt
loam and undifferentiated mountain soil. Specifically, in the project area, it is reported that it
has an undifferentiated mountain soil.
The resort can be reached through land transportation through a concreted road from the
barangay proper of San Vicente, Cagayan. Likewise, the area can be reached through a 30
minutes ride of motorized banca from San Vicente Port. It is located at the northern most tip
of the Luzon Island some 600 km from Manila and about 150 km from Tuguegarao City. It is
located within the Cagayan Economic Zone. The specific site is located at 180 31’ 11.66”
North latitude and 1220 12’ 41.77 East longitude.
The studies undertaken for the environmental impact assessment were conducted for both
the direct and indirect impact areas. The direct impact areas are places in the resort location
itself and the adjacent mangrove and forest areas and marine environment. The indirect
impact areas include the surrounding forest, farm lots, and coastal/marine environment.
2.5 EI A METHODOLOGY
All the activities involved during the pre-construction, construction and operation phases as
well as abandonment phase of the project were carefully assessed and evaluated. Potential
and significant environmental impacts and risks related to the establishment of the project
were identified and used as basis in generating guidelines and mitigating measures to be
implemented during the construction phase of the project.
The EIA process was begun through a technical review where the project description was
presented and the review of pertinent documents particularly the Comprehensive Land Use
Plan of Santa Ana, Cagayan, CEZA Tourism Master Plan, other plans with relevance to the
study. Preliminary consultative meetings among various stakeholders such as; CEZA, LGU
Santa Ana, Barangay San Vicente and the DENR was conducted. It was followed through with

IEC, socio-economic survey through Focus Group Discussion and (FGD) and Key Informant
Interview (KII), public scoping sessions. REVCOM reviews, a public hearing and site validation
shall also be conducted to generate additional information for the refinement of the EIS report.
For the preparation of the Environmental Impact Statement report, result of the primary and
secondary data generated were analyzed and integrated ready for submission to the EMB
Regional Office for review.
The primary scoping was done through a technical review and screening of the EIA process
with the EMB. Public scoping and Public hearing activity review was facilitated at EMB Region
2 in Tuguegarao City. During the technical review the guidelines to be used is DAO 2003-30
and DAO 2017-15.
The secondary level scoping proceeded through the various activities based on DAO 2003-
30 and DAO 2017-15. Massive Barangay level consultations and various assessments were
done in barangay San Vicente and the municipality of Santa Ana. During the consultations,
IEC and public scoping the project description was presented to the various stakeholders
particularly the local communities to give them a better understanding of and appreciation for
the project. Through an open forum, target beneficiaries raised their issues and concerns
about the proposed project. Parallel to the public consultation, community surveys were
employed particularly among the families of the nearby communities. Focus Group
Discussions (FGD) and Key Informant Interviews (KII) were also conducted during the
community survey to validate the different information gathered during the public consultation
activities.
Simultaneous to the public consultations was the deployment of the different teams to gather
primary data through actual field assessments on specific fields, namely: terrestrial
ecosystems for physical and biological resources survey, i.e., flora and fauna, freshwater
ecosystems for freshwater organisms, socio-economic surveys, disaster risk assessment and
assessment of direct and indirect impact areas. An expert of the respective field headed each
team doing assessment for a specific field. Following standard protocol, the team consulted
and coordinated with local stakeholders before proceeding with site assessments. The
assessments were done in collaboration with the barangay, LGU DENR and the project
proponent. Methodologies for collecting the data is specific to the assessment conducted and
all followed standard procedures.
The data analysis, integration and preparation of the EIS report were done immediately after
the fieldwork. Validation of the data was done through the presentation of the draft EIS report
to the various stakeholders to affirm the authenticity of the information generated. Field
validation by the REVCOM will be conducted after the committee review of the draft EIS report.
All observations and recommendations of the REVCOM members will be incorporated in the
final EIS report to be submitted to the EMB for final review and issuance of the ECC.
2.5.1 Environmental Baseline Data Collection
The EIA Study was carried out through collection of baseline information on the environmental
and socio-economic setting of the proposed project. The results of the assessments are
described in detail in Chapter 4 and Chapter 5 with corresponding maps and drawing with
adequate scale, tables and graphs. In addition, standards and regulations relating to benefits
of the residents from the project and other social considerations were carefully studied. In
general, the data requirements of the project were grouped into the following categories:
 Physical Environment
 Geology
 Pedology

 Hydrology
 Water Quality
 Meteorology/Climatology
 Air and Noise Quality
 Biological Environment
 Vegetation and biological Profile of Flora and Fauna

 Marine environment
 Socio-Cultural, Economic and Political Environment
 Demography (Includes distinct vulnerable sectors, dislocation of peoples/

communities and displacement of commercial activities)
 Health
 Social Services
 Public Participation and Social Acceptability
2.5.2 Public Participation
Public participation was secured in the EIA process specifically during the public consultations,
awareness campaign and scoping activities for the project. The aim of the public interactions
was to generate vital information particularly issues and concerns for the establishment of the
project. Public consultations were also endeavored as part of the awareness campaign
activities to reach out to the local communities especially the primary stakeholders who will be
affected by the establishment of the various structures and eco-tourism spots.
2.5.3 Pre-scoping activity
The requisite preliminary activities were undertaken in preparation of the scoping activities in
the areas to be potentially impacted by the establishment of the Anguib Beach Club. Details
of the project plan were examined by the EIA team to have a better and common
understanding about the project. The EIA process was also reviewed, after which,
presentations on project description were prepared and readied for the scheduled
consultations and information dissemination.
Initial consultations were carried out with the local government unit of Sta Ana, Cagayan, the
Cagayan Economic Zone Authority and barangay San Vicente, the host barangay of the
project.
Described below are the preparatory activities conducted for the EIA study of the proposed
project:
 Preparation and distribution of project description

 A project description was prepared to provide brief information on the project
that was to be disseminated to the different stakeholders;
 Courtesy call to concerned LGUs (barangay and municipal) and CEZA was
carried out, which also paved the way for gathering the needed secondary data
from them;
 Public consultation meeting was coordinated and scheduled with the barangay
officials.
 Courtesy call to the local DENR-EMB office of Region 02 and gathering of secondary
data/information from the said office regarding the area covered was made.

 Meeting with the Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator of Santa Ana was
also held and was included in the proposed project to further discuss project
implementation and generate feedback.
2.5.4 Primary Scoping
The first step in the EIA process is a request made to EMB Region 2 for a technical
review/primary scoping activity (Attachment 1). The request letter was hand-carried to the said
office, which included a copy of the project description. The technical review/primary scoping
at EMB Region 02 was conducted on September 16, 2018 with members of the Technical
Review Team organized for the project (Attachment 2). The Technical Review Team reviewed
the project description and other relevant project documents and did the EIA screening
process.
During the technical review, the Executive Director of Environment Alternative Solutions
Services (EDASS) presented details of the project description and the EIA process and
timeline for conducting the study. After the presentation, the technical review team raised
several issues and clarifications. Since the project is beach resort development following
ecofriendly design and hinged on the pristine condition of the surroundings as its major
attraction, adverse environmental impacts were not much of an issue. The prevailing
concerns raised, however, were related to the observation that access to fishing ground and
the beach area will be a major concern along with solid waste disposal if the resort will not be
managed properly according to policies and protocols. It was thus recommended that the
fishing ground will be kept open to local fishers including gleaning on the wide intertidal area
adjacent to the property. Other issues raised included the full assessment of the direct and
indirect impacts of the project especially in areas that are habitats of various biological
resources as well as issues regarding the socio-economic activities of the population within
the project area (Table 2.1).
Another highlight of the technical review/primary scoping meeting is the deliberation of the
prescribed matrix in the EIS guidelines to evaluate the parameters to provide guidance in
pursuing the study.
2.5.5 Secondary Scoping/Public Consultations
The various activities to be undertaken in the site was coordinated with the concerned LGUs
(e.g., municipal and barangay level) and CEZA through hand-carried letters. Secondary
scoping activities primarily involved IEC activities, community survey through Focus Group
Discussion (FGD) and Key Informant Interview (KII) and public scoping with the stakeholders
in San Vicente were conducted according to the schedules. Results of the IEC, community
surveys and public scoping are presented in Attachments 3 and 4.
In each of the meetings conducted, the project was introduced with a presentation made by
the proponent and EDASS. Thereafter, an open forum was held together with focused group
discussions. The most common issue raised was the access to the fishing ground and
compliance of the easement policy as mandated by PD 1067 or the Water Code. It was
explained that part of the EIA is to assess environmental impacts including compliance of
relevant laws on land use near bodies of water and what they prescribe thereof.
Overall, stakeholders and the concerned LGUs were strongly in favor of the establishment of
the project. Their commitments were translated into respective resolutions shall be part of the
EIS report.

Table 2.4 Summary of agreed-upon scope of the EIA study

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES/IMPACTS
RESOURCE
PRE- OPERATION ABANDONMENT
CONSTRUCTION/ PHASE PHASE
CONSTRUCTION
PHASE
A. Physical
Air Quality Increased dust level
Topography Alteration of the Alteration of the Restoration and
natural pattern natural pattern vegetation of altered
areas
Soil Soil erosion Soil erosion and Stabilization where
siltation necessary
Surface water Change in hydrology Alteration of natural
pattern
B. Biological
Terrestrial Loss of natural Loss of natural Restoration and
Flora vegetation/habitat vegetation/habitat vegetation of
affected areas
Terrestrial Disturbance of Disturbance of Restoration of
Fauna terrestrial fauna terrestrial fauna important habitat
where affected
C. Socio-Economic-cultural
Population In-migration due to Increase of migrant Control permanent
higher demand of due to the settlements of
workforce employment and workers in the area
business
opportunities
Health Increased dust level
in the air could affect
health and safety
Peace and Migration of workers
order can cause peace and
order problem
Employment Community residents Employment
be given preferential opportunities,
consideration for increased revenue
employment both for the
barangay and the
municipal LGU

3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
3.1 PROJECT LO C ATIO N AND ARE A
3.1.1 Project Location

Anguib Cove is located at the northern end of the Sierra Madre Mountain Range. It is nestled
between lush mangrove, ultramafic and limestone forest. The shore is characterized by long
stretch of white, fine carbonate sand. The limestone cliffs at the southern boundary of the cove
provides breathtaking sight in addition to the picturesque view of the Pacific Ocean especially
at sunrise. The long sandy shoreline stretches up north beyond the cove. It is in close
proximity to other tourist destinations such as the century old light house at the Palaui Island
Protected Area.
The specific project site is geographically situated at 180 31’ 11.66” North latitude and 1220
12’ 41.77 East longitude. Anguib is located some 7 km distance from San Vicente proper. It
can be reached through a concrete road in most of the way or by a 30 minutes ride through
outrigger boats from the Port of San Vicente (Fig. 3.1).
Figure 3.1 Location map of Anguib Beach Club
3.1.2 Project Area
The municipality of Sta. Ana, Cagayan is approximately 441 km2 representing 4.90% of the
total land area of the province of Cagayan. It is bounded on the north and east by the Pacific
Ocean, on the west by the Babuyan Channel and on the south by the municipality of Gonzaga.
It has 16 barangays. Although it hosts the Cagayan Economic Zone, the municipality is
basically agricultural with seasonal aquatic/aquaculture activity. Some of its agricultural and
aquatic products are pineapple, rice, corn, peanut, deep sea fishes, shore fish and shells.
Among its natural resources are milestone deposits at Bawac Mountain, coal at Carbon
Mountain at Sta. Clara and guano deposit at Kapannikan Cave. Scenic spots/historical
landmarks include the Cape Engaṅo Lighthouse and Verde Point in Palaui, Island. Moreover,
the town is endowed with long stretches of white beaches and some waterfalls. Its shoreline,
specifically along the barangays of Diora, Zinungan and San Vicente are being promoted for
tourism activities like resorts, water sports, scuba diving and the like.

The specific area for the resort development is a 12-hectare beachfront property. The general
terrain is flat and mountainous along the eastern boundaries within the karst forest. The area
is vegetated with beach forest types and agricultural crops dominated by coconut trees. The
site is part of the long stretch of white sand. It is also characterized by relatively wide intertidal
area that provide shelter from high-energy waves in normal condition. However, this area is
quite exposed during the northeast monsoon and typhoon season.
3.2 DIRECT AND INDIRECT IMPACT AREAS
The identification and delineation of the direct and indirect impact areas is necessary to
determine the potential risks that the project may bring to the environment and the socio-
economic activities of the local communities particularly those living adjacent to the project
site and the fisher folks. Likewise, its impact to the biological resources, both terrestrial and
marine that will be affected by the establishment of the project. The direct impact areas are
places where project structures and facilities are to be established.
On the other hand, the indirect impact areas are areas outside the defined boundaries of the
project but may be potentially affected during the establishment and operations of the project
like the mangrove areas, coastal areas and the river systems near the project.
3.2.1 Land
The area for the resort development is a 12-hectare beachfront property. It is a titled land
where portion of is planted with coconut (Figure 3.2). The area is characterized by relatively
small intertidal area which can provide shelter from low-energy waves in normal condition.
However, this area is quite exposed during the northeast monsoon and typhoon season which
can render the resort in operational during this period. On the other hand, the mountain range
to the south provides shelter during the southwest monsoon. The area which was formerly
classified as agricultural lands shows traces of development as manifested by the presence
of initial development and mature coconut trees. It is however, observed that portion has been
invaded by lesser known species which are now the undergrowth of the coconuts. The other
side of the hill at the northern side of the property is a stretched of white sand ideal for sea,
sun and sand tourism activities.
The adjacent areas specifically the nearby areas with sparse population of families are
forested interspersed with agricultural areas devoted for rice, corn and pineapple production.
The project does not in a way alter the usual day to day activity of the local resident as there
will be no interventions in this areas besides it is quite far from the resort. The proposed project
will not in way affected by the economic activities of the residents in the nearby communities
as it is quite far in the area. The construction of the various structures will entail excavations
and cutting of trees and coconuts where the existing flora and fauna in the area will be
affected. There will be a moderate soil erosion during the construction phase brought about
by the excavation of the foundation of the structures, however, severe effects can be mitigated
by leaving the vegetation of the surrounding areas.

Figure 3.2 Coconut trees planted in Aguib Beach resort
3.2.2 Marine Habitats

As a beachfront project, it will have direct and indirect impacts on coastal ecosystmes such as
seagrassess, corals and mangroves. Direct impact come in the form of inundation of silt during
the the construction phase as the removal of vegetation to give way to the structures to be
built will exacerbate erosion. However, erosion also depends on the soil type in the area. The
predomenantly sandy soil of the project location may not generate fine silt that will eventually
end up in the marine area folowing heavy downpour. The other direct impact may come during
the operation phase in the form of solid wastes or waste effluents if such will be de directly
dumped in the nearby body of water. Dumping these materials directly into the itnertidal area
will result in the entrainment in that zone and will cause direct damage to the seagrass beds
and corals.
Effluents in particular may be dispersed by currents or will be entrianed in eddies within the
intertidal area so utilization by marine organisms of the nutrient rich effluents, normally with
high phosphate and nitrate contents coming from soaps, detergents, shampoos, and kitchen
effluents, will result in fertilization of the water column. If entrained by eddies or gyres, it will
result in euthrophication of the intertidal area. Euthrophication will result in algal blooms which
will alter the ecology of the area similar to that observed in Boracay where the algae
Enteromorpha intestinalis, an indicator of nutrient enrichment, bloomed even during the
months where it is not expected to grow abundantly. Other benthic organisms such as corals
will exhibit the opposite impact of nutirient enrichment. Studies have shown that they will die
in highly fertilized condition or be susceptible to competitive reversals by algae. Moreover,
dispersal by the predominantly southward bound water of such pollutants will indirectly impact
downstream marine ecosystems some distance from the resort.

3.2.2.2 Beach area
The project will directly impact the existing beach where the structures will be built. Existing
beach assoicated trees and other plants will be directly impacted when cleared during the
construction phase. It is important to note that the fine sand which is predominantly carbonate
in nature comes from the sea, from corals, foramineferans, and calcareous algae, transported
by water currents and deposited on the beach. The formation of the cove is influenced by this
natural sand transport where accretion, particulalrly right in front of the resort location extends
out to the sea creating the north promontory of the cove. This land feature further influence
water circulation creating wakes and eddies as water current hits and flows around the
promontory. Eddies are important physical attribute of the site, which allows the entrainment
of flotsam and other materials including pollutants around the resort area.
The entire coast is flat flat except for the rocky bluff at the southern end of the cove. The
sandy area extends several meters from the shoreline, which indicates a further beach area
in the past but which advanced seaward through a predominantly ocean-influenced sand
transport. With low elevation, approximately just 2 meters, the area is vulnerable to wave run
up or storm surges (Figure 3.3).
Figure 3.3 Aguib Coastal Area
It is natural for beaches to reconfigure itself at certain season where sand dunes are flattened
or sand bar formed or disappear. Building structure within the shore, therefore, especially
groin, should be avoided because they will impede the transport of sand materials, thus,
altering this natural process. Construction materials such as rocks, logs, or any heavy
materials should not be stock piled within the intertidal area to avoid such impact. Impeding
water current will have an adverse consequence on sand depositiion. It will eventually result
in beach erosion at the other side of the structure that blocks the water current.

3.2.3 People
3.2.3.1 Demography
The total population of the municipality of Santa Ana as reported by the Philippine Statistics
Authority is 32,906 for the Census Year 2015. During that year, barangay San Vicente, where
the project is located ranked second most populous barangay among the sixteen barangays
of Santa Ana (Table 3.1). As shown in the table, the total population of San Vicente is 4,856
individuals or 14.76% of the total population of Santa Ana. The most populous barangay is
Centro with a total population of 5,674 or 17.24% from the 2015 census (PSA 2015). It can be
noted that San Vicente is the North Eastern Tip of Cagayan ad it is where the port is located.
Looking at the data, the barangays that host the commercial centers and tourism activities
have the highest population. This shows the influence of commercial and tourism activities to
in migration brought about by business activities and employment opportunities.
Table 3.1 Population by Barangay of Sta. Ana in 2015

Population Percent
SANTA ANA 32,906 100.00
Casagan 605 1.84
Casambalangan (Port Irene) 4,561 13.86
Centro (Pob.) 5,674 17.24
Diora-Zinungan 1,321 4.01
Dungeg 746 2.27
Kapanikian 658 2.00
Marede 1,390 4.22
Palawig 2,677 8.14
Batu-Parada 907 2.76
Patunungan 1,444 4.39
Rapuli (Punti) 2,884 8.76
San Vicente (Fort) 4,856 14.76
Santa Clara 916 2.78
Santa Cruz 837 2.54
Visitacion (Pob.) 1,359 4.13
Tangatan 2,071 6.29
Source PSA Censal Year 2015
3.2.3.2 Communication and Transportation
Sta Ana is one of the fast growing municipalities in the province of Cagayan. This is a result
of the creation of the Cagayan Freeport Zone in the municipality. The Cagayan Economic
Zone Authority (CEZA) place tourism as one of the major investment initiatives to bring
development in the locality. This resulted to the increase of business establishments of
economic related facilities like; hotels, restaurants and resorts. Other establishment followed
to cater the demand of increasing visitors to the municipality.
With the growing business in the economic zone, communications systems have improved.
For now, telephone and telegraph system (DIGITEL) has been installed within the municipal
lot. Also four (4) cell sites for mobile cellular phones, Smart and Globe Telecommunications
is providing services, thus, practically all the barangays in the municipality can access fast
communication via mobile cellular phones. Supplementing the satellite based communication
systems is the two-way radio communications equipment located at the Philippine National

Police for emergency purposes. An internet and telefax machines were recently installed by
the municipal LGU at the municipal and legislative building.
For transportation, Santa Ana is connected to the neighboring towns and to other parts of the
country with a well-paved national road. In addition, the municipality has an existing airport at
the naval station. Now the International airport located at Lallo, Cagayan is operational which
is very proximate to the economic zone. For seas transport, Santa Ana is the host of Port Irene
and San Vicente port. These ports cater to both local and international ships. Port Irene is the
transshipment port in Northeastern Luzon for international cargoes while the San Vicente Port
is servicing the sea crafts travelling to the coastal towns of Isabela such as; Divilacan,
Palanan, Maconacon and some coastal barangays of the province of Cagayan.
3.2.3.3 The Local Economy
The municipality of Santa Ana is basically agricultural, but because of the creation of the
Cagayan Freeport Zone, Santa Ana is becoming one of the tourism destination and
commercial centers of Northern Luzon. Its economic activities are centered on agriculture
particularly on crop production and fishing. The entry of major business activities in Santa
Ana is a result of the creation of the Cagayan Freeport Zone. Though agriculture is still the
main economic activities of the majority of the population, it is apparent that many residents
are already engaged in business enterprises and seeking direct employment or serve as
service provider from the business establishments.
The main agricultural crop is rice since about 57% (LGU, CLUP) of the arable area of the
municipality is devoted for rice production. Forty (40) percent is devoted for other crops like
pineapple and other cash crops while the remaining three (3) percent is devoted for corn
production.
Livestock is another source of income. Local residents produced native breeds of livestock’s
and small ruminants to supply the meat requirements of the various establishments.
Generally, the economy in Santa Ana is growing fast as manifested by the mushrooming
business establishments particularly resorts and leisure activities. Although majority of the
employment is coming from agriculture sector, the tourism sector is growing fast. The
continuous establishments of resorts all over the coastal areas of the municipality is a concrete
evidence that the tourism industry is booming and contributing to the development growth of
the municipality.
3.2.3.4 Health and Sanitation
Generally, the health and medical needs of the population of Santa Ana is basically provided
by the Rural Health Unit (RHU) under the Local Government Unit (LGU) located at the town
proper. The RHU renders basic health services to the populace such as; prevention and
control of diseases, assessment of medical condition in the locality, treatment of common
diseases, and consultations. According to the records of MHU, treatments of severe illness
and specialized cases are referred to the different hospitals in Sta. Ana, Gonzaga,
Camalaniugan, Aparri and at times brought to the Regional Medical Center in Tuguegarao
City. Health services are being implemented in accordance to the standard programs &
protocols of the Department of Health such as; immunizations, maternal & child health, Control
of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD), Tuberculosis programs, Malaria Control program,
Family Planning Services, Sanitation, Healthy lifestyle, establishment of “Botica sa Barangay”
and attending home deliveries.

The RHU also provides basic laboratory procedures such as, complete blood count (CBC),
fecalysis, urinalysis, malaria smearing, sputum smearing and pap smearing. Other services
are marriage counseling, & other counseling regarding health conditions.
Another health facility supporting the RHU is the Sta. Ana Community Hospital. It is a 10-bed
capacity government hospital provided by the Provincial Government of Cagayan. In addition,
the barangay health stations for every barangay are the front liners in assisting the residents
in the barangays.
The government health facilities are augmented by privately owned hospital or clinic in the
municipality, i.e., the St. Anthony’s Charity Hospital located at Sta. Cruz owned by the
Franciscan Apostolic Sisters. The hospital has 2 private rooms/suite rooms, 2 isolation wards
for communicable diseases, 1 labor room, 1 delivery room, 1 nursery room, 1 laboratory room
providing services for CBC, urinalysis, fecalysis, fasting blood sugar, ECG, malarial smear,
hepatitis B detection and blood typing.
Aside from hospital, there exist three (3) private clinics and two (2) dental clinics rendering
basic dental services such as tooth extraction, oral prophylaxis & pseudodontics.
3.3 PROJECT R ATIO N ALE
The Cagayan Special Economic Zone and Freeport, also known as Cagayan Freeport, was
established by virtue of Republic Act No. 7922, otherwise known as the Cagayan Economic
Zone Act of 1995. It is being supervised and managed by the CEZA into a self-sustaining
industrial, commercial, financial, and recreational center, with a suitable residential area, in
order to create employment opportunities around the Cagayan Freeport, and to effectively
encourage and attract legitimate and productive local and foreign investments.
The Freeport is located at Port Irene, Casambalangan, Santa Ana, Cagayan. It is

approximately a 45-minute plane ride from Kaoshiung, Taiwan's largest industrial and shipping
center. The Freeport is at the forefront of the development of the gaming infrastructure. It
includes the development and operation of a casino resort, an 18-hole golf course, a theme
park, and other recreational and tourism amenities.
The creation of the Cagayan Economic Zone contributed to the rapid economic development
of the Cagayan Valley Region. The province of Cagayan who is the host of CEZA necessitated
the development of its tourism sector to cater to the increasing arrivals of both local and foreign
tourists. Locators and foreign guests at CEZA are a captive market for the resort. The
establishment of an ecofriendly resort provides an option to urban based accommodations
especially for long vacation tourist.
It is apparent in the studies conducted on tourist arrivals in Region 2 that Cagayan through
CEZA and Tuguegarao City recorded majority of tourist arrivals for the last five years (Table
3.2). This indicates that tourism is amongst the drivers of economic development in Cagayan
despite the fact that its economy is largely agriculture-based.
Table 3.2. Visitor Arrivals to the Philippines by Subcontinent of Residence

Total Total Non- Total Total Guest GRAND
Philippine Philippine Overseas with TOTAL
Residents Residents Filipinos Unidentified GUEST
Residence ARRIVALS
CAGAYAN 92,708 252,788 103 0 345,599
ISABELA 33,548 1,810 0 0 35,358
QUIRINO 7,627 0 0 0 7,627

NUEVA VIZCAYA 100,995 1,169 62 0 102,226

SANTIAGO CITY 82,170 1,445 20 0 83,635
TUGUEGARAO 109,080 3,525 118 0 112,723
CITY
CAUAYAN CITY 95,325 658 0 0 95,983
BATANES 26,168 1,226 0 0 27,394
ILAGAN CITY 21,824 462 40 0 22,326
TOTAL 2016 569,445 263,083 343 0 832,871.0
0
% Share from Total 68.37% 31.59% 0.04% 0.00% 100%
Arrivals
TOTAL 2015 588250 199,100 1,959 3,080 792,389
Growth Rate -3.20% 32.14% -82.49% -100.00% 5.11%
The development of an ecotourism site such as this proposed project will contribute greatly to
the promotion of tourism in Cagayan and the country in general, where the pristine natural
resources such as Karst forest and ultramafic forests, vast mangroves and the scenic view of
the Pacific Coast are the main draw to the area. The long stretches of white, calcium
carbonate-generated sand, and the siltation free sea water, are ideal for the sun, sand, and
sea type of ecotourism activities. The rich natural flora and fauna adjacent to the property can
also be developed for other uses, e.g., trekking at mangrove forest, and
educational/interpretation purposes.
3.4 PROJECT DEVELO PMENT PL AN, TECHNOLOGY OPTIO NS AND

PROJECT COMPONENTS
3.4.1 Description of Project Phases
3.4.1.1 Pre-construction phase
The pre-construction phase is the period for conducting preparatory activities, including the
following: securing all the necessary permits required for the establishment of the various
infrastructures; conduct of a feasibility study by the proponent; conduct of environmental
impact assessment (EIA) for securing an Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC); and
securing permits and endorsement from relevant agencies (barangay and municipal LGUs).
The main document needed is the Environmental Compliance Certificate which requires the
conduct of full blown EIA. The EIA process shall be guided by DAO 2003-30 and DAO 2017-
15 which requires the conduct of IEC, public consultations/scoping, publications, public
hearing and the like. Public consultations are very important to elicit issues and concerns, and
securing their commitment, which are supported via resolutions.
3.4.1.2 Construction phase
The construction phase of the project includes the establishment/construction of the various
structures of the resort. Based on the site development plan, the structures to be put up in the
main resort area are; cabanas, reception hall, leisure area and the like. It is important to
highlight that a waste water treatment and solid waste management facilities, drainage and
sewage systems shall be amongst the very important structures to be constructed in order to
maintain the integrity of the coastal ecosystems in the area. Although the beach area is already
connected to the utility for its electricity requirements a standby power shall be installed in
case of power interruption.

The manpower requirement is 100 individuals composed of skilled and unskilled workers, with
priority hiring of local residents throughout the duration of project development.
3.4.1.3 Operation Phase
Based on the project plan, the project is expected to be completed within a period of one year.
The only limitation on the timetable to complete the project is the liquidity of financial resources
needed and situations that may be attributed to force majeure.
When the project will be completed and becomes operational, the proponent will hire 20
regular personnel where local residents shall be considered for appropriate work needed to
the various areas of the resort operation.
3.4.2 Timeframe
The construction of the project will run for five years and the proposed resort project is
expected to be operational by year 2020. The project completion date may be extended as a
result of unexpected circumstances that could affect the continuous implementation of the
planned activities.
3.4.3 Closure and Post Closure Activities
The construction phase immediately ends when the various structures are set it up and have
been fully accomplished. Site inspections would be necessary to ensure that the structures
are constructed based on the plan and standards specified in the designs.
A Monitoring Team created by EMB Region 2 with proper representation from concerned
stakeholders will conduct regular project monitoring and evaluation to find out compliance to
the mitigating measures stipulated in the ECC.
The post closure activities will mainly involve the removal of the various materials used in the
construction site and the training of personnel for maintenance and operation. All unused
construction materials must be brought to the designated storage for safekeeping and proper
disposal. All waste materials must be managed according to the standards set forth by law
and local ordinances.
3.4.4 Process/Technology Options
3.4.4.1 Establishment of Needed Infrastructures
The resort shall include the structures presented in Figure 3.4 which includes, cabanas hall,
reception hall, open cottages, and the like. The infrastructures are to be constructed according
to the standard and in the area specified in the development plan so as not to compromise
the environmental integrity of the area. Amongst the most crucial facility to be considered is
the waste water treatment and solid waste materials management facilities due to the
vulnerability of the resort to environmental and health risk to be attributed by unmanaged
disposal of waste materials. It is important to emphasize that the 12-hectare target area for
the development are still vegetated of both agri-plants and forest trees of beach and forest
species. However, it must be emphasized that cutting permit both for forest trees and planted
species must be secured first before construction commence.

Figure 3.4 Proposed Site Development plan Anguib Beach Club Project
Transect walk within the site indicated that the area is titled land with predominantly flat terrain.
Portion of this area is planted with coconut interspersed with beach and forest tree species.
Based on the assessment, the development of this area for resort is possible, provided the
structures and other leisure facilities should only be constructed in the identified area so as
not to compromise the beach ecosystems. It is important to consider that the foreshore areas
must properly managed to protect the area from beach erosion. Strips of indigenous flowering
trees shall be planted to shelter the various structures to strong winds from typhoon or the
effect of weather during the northeast monsoon period.
Another important consideration is developing the various facilities to manage waste both
water and solid waste materials. In this aspect, Balai Cagayano Incorporated will put up waste
water treatment facilities and solid waste material management facilities in strategic location
within the resort.
3.4.4.2 Power Generation and Water Supply System
Power supply to energize the resort will come from the utility as the resort is at present is
directly connected to CAGELCO II. For the immediate substitute of power in case of
interruption a standby generator set will be set up to maintain the electricity needs in the resort.
In the long run, the company may opt to establish a renewable energy system (solar or
windmill) as a source of electricity for the resort.
On the other hand, a water supply system shall be established to provide the domestic water
requirements of the visitors. The existing source of water supply in the area shall be improved
and expanded to ensure that there is a continuous supply of water in the resort. The water
was tested at the DOST laboratory in Tuguegarao City and found out to be free from any
contaminants (Attachment 5).

3.4.4.3 Waste Water and Solid Waste Materials Management Systems
There will be waste water treatment and solid waste materials management facilities to be
installed in strategic location within the resort (Figure 3.5). The waste water treatment
technology widely used in resorts areas worldwide shall be established to maintain the
integrity of water source for the operation of the resort including the sea which is very
proximate to the resort structures. Solid waste materials management facility will also be
constructed using matured technologies for effective solid waste management. All solid waste
materials produced daily must be collected immediately and brought to the solid waste
materials facility for proper segregation. All biodegradable materials shall be processed at the
Material Recovery Facility (MRF) for the production of organic fertilizer. For the non-
biodegradables it will be collected by the LGU through their regular garbage collection
activities.
The resort will establish its own garbage collection and disposal system to complement to the
town’s waste disposal system. Bio-degradable materials will be deposited to the designated
area for segregation so that the biodegradable materials shall be manufactured as organic
fertilizer while non-biodegradable materials shall be gathered and will be disposed properly at
the municipality’s dumpsite through the municipality’s garbage collection system.
SOLID WASTE MATERIALS FACILITY
Figure 3.5 Waste Water Treatment and Solid Waste Materials Facilities
3.4.5 Project Components
3.4.5.1 Components and Brief Descriptions
The Anguib Beach Club Project has four major components, namely:
 Construction of permanent resort structures, i.e., cabanas, open cottages, etc. and
leisure park within the 12-hectare property;
 Installation of utilities (water system and electricity)
 Installation of waste water treatment and solid waste materials management facilities

 Establishment of eco-tourism attractions.
This project is designed to cater the tourism demand for both local and foreign tourists
especially now that CEZA is fetching to local and foreign tourist market.
3.4.5.2 Construction of permanent resort structures in the 12 hectares resort zone
There will be major structures to be constructed such as; open cottage, cabanas, recreation
facilities, and the like. These structures are designed based on international standards as it is
planned to market this resort to long staying foreign tourists. There will be swimming pool to
be constructed in the leisure park designed for both adults and children.
The central area planned to house the various structures has at the moment a good vegetation
of both beach, mangrove, natural forest species and agricultural crops like; coconut and fruit
bearing trees. The area is relatively pristine harboring sensitive habitats, thus, construction
activities must be supervised properly to avoid extensive destruction of the vegetation and
excessive soil erosion that will affect the beach front area and marine environment. As the
standing policy all cutting of trees in the area must require a permit issued by the concerned
authorities. Although the area is privately owned, all the necessary permits relevant thereto
must be secured first before any development will commence.
3.4.5.3 Installation of utilities-water system and electricity
Although Anguib Beach Club is presently connected to the utility operated by CAGELCO II, it
is very important to install a back-up power to provide electricity in case of power failure. In
the short run a generator set shall be installed as standby power source, however, a renewable
energy set (solar or windmill) is a good option in the future. This source of power can help in
the mitigation of the warming temperature and at the same time a resort attraction itself.
For the water system, the existing water source at the resort shall be improved and expanded
enough to service the whole resort when become fully operational. A water quality test has
been conducted and found out that the result shows the palatability of the water being used in
the area. The need is to expand and improve this existing water system that is enough to
supply the water needs of projected visitors in the future.
3.4.5.4 Installation of waste water treatment and solid waste materials management
facilities
Protection of the environment is an aspect that should be carefully taken cared seriously. The
waste water treatment facility is necessary to contain and treat waste water before it will be
released to protect the water bodies either surface water of aquifer from contamination.
Necessary facilities, i.e., water treatment chamber, drainage systems, etc. must be
constructed in the resort to absorb all waste water produced every day. During the construction
period there shall be a septic tank to be used to collect waste water produced by the
construction workers and visitors. This will prevent waste water to contaminate waterways,
river system and other water bodies. The waste water treatment facility to be installed is a
technology widely used in resorts which are found to be efficient.
Receptacles for solid waste material collection must be provided to properly manage the solid
waste materials. Decomposable waste should be composted and turned into fertilizer. The
prescriptions stipulated in R.A. 9003 will be the guide in managing the solid waste materials
generated in the area either during construction or operation period. The solid waste materials
management systems prescribed in RA 2003 allow the segregation of collected waste for the
production of organic fertilizer and those non-biodegradable shall be collected by the LGU
through their regular collection activities. The organic fertilizer shall be used for beautification

but in case there are unconsumed for beautification, it shall be sold in the neighboring areas
for crop production.
3.4.5.5 Establishment of eco-tourism attractions/facilities
The resort and its vicinities, i.e., the mangrove forest, marine areas have many attractions that
can be developed to be offered to tourists especially those on long vacation. Within the
mangrove forest, a trail can be established for trekking, bird watching, boating and a nocturnal
walk. Likewise, the long stretch while beach can be used for jogging and other physical
relaxation activities. A trekking area at natural forest far back can also be developed for bird
watching for forest adventure enthusiast in addition to those tourism activities in the resort
zone.
There are also eco-tourism activities that can be developed in the coastal areas that is
attractive to local and foreign visitors. It should be emphasized, however, that a foreshore
lease agreement shall be secured first before any eco-tourism activities using the shoreline
shall be offered to visitors.
3.5 DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT PH ASES, ASPECTS, W ASTES, OTHER

ISSUES, BUILT-I N ME ASURES
3.5.1 Project Phases
There will be three major phases in the establishment of the Anguib Beach Club Project; pre-
construction phase, construction phase and operation and maintenance phase. Several
activities will be carried out for each phase and these are expected to have significant impacts
to the environment and the social and economic activities of the people in the adjacent areas
particularly barangay San Vicente proper. This section presents project activities associated
with each project phase that are likely to impact the environment (Activities/Environmental
Aspect); the environmental component that are likely to be affected (Environmental
Component); the key environmental and social issues and potential impacts generated by the
activities including wastes produced (Potential Impacts); and the strategies and activities that
will be implemented to prevent or mitigate adverse impacts and enhance positive ones
(Options for Prevention or Mitigation or Enhancement).
3.5.1.1 Pre-Construction Phase
During the pre-construction phase, activities preliminary to the establishment of the Anguib
Beach Club will be securing the needed permits and other documentary requirement. It is
also during this phase that consultations, IEC, public scoping, public hearing within the
affected communities are conducted to create awareness and generate issues and concerns
that need to be addressed. It is also the time to present the proposed project for better
understanding and to allay fears and get the stakeholders’ support for the project (Table 3.3).
Table 3.3 Description of potential impacts of project activities during pre-construction phase
and option to address them
ACTIVITIES/ AFFECTED POTENTIAL IMPACT OPTIONS FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENT PREVENTION OR
ASPECT MITIGATION OR
ENHANCEMENT
 Preparation and People  Apprehension of  Conduct of
acquisition of affected awareness
permits and communities on campaign, public
clearances. the impacts of the consultations among

project due to lack the people inside

of information and and outside the
knowledge on the project area.
proposed resort  Well informed
project. populace on the
benefits the irrigation
project will provide
 Proper feedback of People  Ambiguous  Continuous

benefits from the expectation on interaction between
project local community the proponent and
benefits to the the local residents
project particularly the local
officials (barangay
and municipal
LGUs)
3.5.1.2 Construction Phase
The full development of the resort is expected to be completed in one year period if and when
there are no delays as a result of force majeure. During this period, there will be earthmoving,
movement of construction materials, land clearing and excavations to be conducted (Table
3.4). Generation of pollution-causing and waste materials is expected as well as alterations
to the land and water resources. Pollution control and mitigating measures should be carefully
assessed and must be built into the overall construction plan and design.
Table 3.4 Description of potential impacts during construction phase and options to address
ENHANCEMENT
Earthworks, Land  Change in the area’s  Confine clearing and
construction landforms construction activities
activities and to specified project
movements of limits only
heavy equipment  Secure tree cutting
for construction, permit before clearing
etc.  Undergo proper clean
up and abandonment
of the site after
completion of the
project
 Follow strictly world
standards in executing
the development plan
 Accelerated soil  Provision of

erosion appropriate measures
including effective
drainage system and
silt traps/ponds and

sand bagging in areas

where needed
 Proper timing of
earthwork activities like
during dry season to
minimize soil erosion
 Contamination of  Proper maintenance
soil from fuel spills and regular inspection
of vehicle and
construction equipment
 Conducting refueling
and maintenance in
designated areas
 Provision of spill
control materials
(absorbent materials,
absorbent broom, etc.)
in location where
is maintained and used
 Proper training of
workers for spill
prevention and
containment
 Minimizing construction
activities during wet
season
 Contained waste and
used engine oils must
be subjected for
recycling by giving it to
the Certified Collection
Centers (CCC)
 Soil and land  Provide area to

contamination due to stockpile construction
improper solid waste waste before hauling
material disposal  Installation of Material
Recovery Facility
(MRF) for solid waste
materials segregation
 Implement proper
waste management
 Provide compost pits
 Practice good
housekeeping
Air  Change on air  Cover haulage trucks
quality due to to control dust
increase in emissions during
concentrations of air transport
pollutants  Provision of dust mask
and respirators to
equipment operators

who are exposed to

dust
 Re-vegetation of
disturbed areas as
soon as possible
 Greenhouse Gas  Proper maintenance of

(GHG) and equipment to maximize
particulate equipment fuel
emissions will be efficiency
generated from  Improve efficiency and
heavy equipment minimize energy use
and light duty including minimizing
vehicle exhausts haul distances
during construction  Rehabilitation program
of degraded areas to
increase protection
from greenhouse
gasses
 Increased noise  Construction activities

levels such as noise should be done only
from vehicle during daytime
engines,  Proper maintenance of
construction and the equipment and
excavation works vehicles in order to
and mobile keep them in good
equipment working conditions
 Use of horn only if
necessary
 Plant trees that could
serve as sound buffers
People and  Generation of  Hiring qualified workers

their socio- Employment and within the barangay
economic influx of migrants. and municipality during
activities the construction phase
of the project should be
a priority
 Occupational health  Use of Personal

hazards to workers Protective Equipment
(PPE) is a must
 Readily available First
Aid kit at all times
 Install warning signs
along identified
accident-prone areas
 Establish community
health center in the
area in collaboration
with the LGU for the

possible affected
communities
Land Clearing, Terrestrial  Loss of  Re-vegetation and

Grading and Ecology vegetation/modificati enhancement of
Earthmoving on of habitat affected areas
operations  Disturbance of  Establishment of
native fauna wildlife corridors where
species. applicable (i.e.,
 Impending loss of diversion dike and
plant associated drainage/irrigation
fauna canals and culverts) for
ground vertebrates to
cross
Water  Contamination from  Maintain appropriate
waste or water easement from water
become murky due bodies for all
to soil erosion construction activities
that might increase
surface runoff or cause
erosion or
sedimentation
 Avoid working during
wet and rainy
conditions
 Install drainage and
sediment ponds in
strategic locations to
contain heavy silt
caused by heavy
rainfall
 Proper waste
management
 Provide suitable
equipment, facilities
and precautions to
eliminate the discharge
of any contaminant to
the environment
 The effect on water  Provide temporary

quality due to toilet facilities for
sewage generation workers
 Strictly require the
contractor and its
workers to observe
proper waste disposal
 Install waste water
treatment facility
Construction Land  Modification of  Removal and

closure and post- topography in the dismantling of
closure activities project area.

unnecessary
infrastructures
 Rehabilitate excavation
areas by filling and
planting where
possible
 Perimeter planting as
possible
 Degraded/disturbed  Natural ecosystem
habitat or natural restoration and
ecosystem enhancement of
degraded areas
 Tree planting of
endemic species in
degraded areas
The People  Temporary  Provide alternative

economic dislocation livelihood assistance
and manpower training
will mitigate such
dislocation
 Occurrence of  Proper screening of

sickness and workers by requiring
diseases from medical examination
workers and from  Provision of Personal
the adjacent Protective Equipment
community as (PPE)
caused by the  Conduct regular
project medical check up
3.5.1.3 Operation Phase
During the operation phase, the project is expected to host tourist visitors both local and
foreign to devote their vacation in the resort. Much of the work required is the monitoring and
maintenance of the various activities in the resort, which will be the responsibility of the
proponent. The impacts of the changes in the landform are expected to persist and these
must also be continually addressed. Maintenance and protection of the ecosystem resort
zone and its surrounding areas must be undertaken to ensure sustainability of the ecosystem
integrity. Close coordination and collaboration with mandated agency for the development,
management and protection of the whole resort is necessary (Table 3.5.
Table 3.5 Description of potential impacts of project activities during operation phase and
options to address them
ENHANCEMENT
Operation of the Land  Change in  Tree planting to the
irrigation system landscape degraded areas at the
construction site

 Close coordination and

collaboration with
mandated agency for
the development,
management and
protection of the whole
resort zone
 Assign focal person to
liaise with concerned
agencies including the
concerned LGUs
 Accelerated soil  Provision of adequate

erosion and siltation drainage system to
prevent soil from being
washed down the river
during rainy season
 Implementation of soil
erosion control
measures.
 Soil contamination  Proper solid and liquid

may occur from spill, waste management
waste materials and  Provide area to
chemicals and stockpile construction
improper disposal of waste before hauling
domestic wastes. excavated materials
 Practice good
housekeeping
 Proper handling of
potentially
contaminated materials
at all times
 Provision of Material
Recovery Facility
Loss of vegetation  Restoration of

which may result to: degraded areas
 Disturbance of  Avoiding disturbance
native fauna of identified important
species. habitat
 Impending loss of  Conduct information
important habitat dissemination on
and its associated importance of
species. biodiversity
The Water  Water contamination  Establishment of

due to heavy sediment control
siltation, surface measures such as;
runoff and erosion control
unmanaged solid measures
waste materials.  Proper sanitation

 Water treatment by
means of physical,
chemical and biological
methods when
necessary
 Routine monitoring of
aquatic flora and
fauna.
 The effect on water  Proper maintenance

quality due to and regular inspection
spillage of oil, of vehicles and
grease and waste construction equipment
material in water  Provision of spill
bodies control materials in
location where
is maintained and used
 Proper training of
workers for spill
prevention and
containment
 Provide suitable
equipment, facilities
and precautions to
eliminate to discharge
of any contaminants to
the environment
 Sedimentation of  Establish erosion

water bodies from control measures
excavations  Canal bank
stabilization
Air Effect on air quality  Spraying of water on

due to pollution from access roads, haulage
construction roads and other dust
activities generating areas with
the use of water trucks
 Cover earth materials
when being
transported
 Tree planting activities
along the road
networks and
degraded areas
 Enforce speed limits to
reduce the effect of
fugitive dust from the
vehicular traffic

Greenhouse gas  Imposed fuel efficiency

emission generated of all equipment used
from the following: particularly during
 Fuel (diesel) use in construction by way of
heavy equipment proper and regular
and light vehicles maintenance
 Engine exhausts  Exhaust fumes from
from heave the mobile equipment
equipment and duty engines will be
vehicles managed through the
 Land clearing use low sulfur fuel
where possible
 Tree planting where
appropriate
 Noise generation  Use of properly

associated with the maintained heavy
construction equipment and
activities vehicles
 Establish norms for the
drivers and equipment
operators to follow
properly
 Planting trees that
could serve as sound
buffers
People Development Impact:  Prioritize hiring of local

 Influx of migrant and workers within the host
generation of barangay
employment  Conduct trainings to
 Increased in upgrade the skills of
business local residents in order
opportunities to be qualified to work
 Increased local in the project
government revenue  Improve tax collection
 Occurrence of  Employees shall

sickness and undergo regular check
diseases from up with physician to
workers and from ensure that they have
the adjacent good health
community as  Provision of regular
caused by the medical support in the
project community
 Conduct free clinic and
medical mission to
regularly check the
health conditions of the
residents of the
community.

 Occupational safety  Use of proper personal

hazards protective equipment
(PPE) during
construction
 Provide safety
trainings and
awareness to
construction workers
and personnel
 Safety, health and
educational trainings
and orientation should
be given to residents
living near the site
 Safety warning signs
should be given to
residents living near
the site
 Safety warning signs
should be place along
strategic locations
within the sites
3.5.2 Waste and Water Management
Proper waste management, either solid waste materials or waste water shall be done in
accordance with the prescribed guidelines and policies to cushion social and environmental
impacts. For instance, on solid waste materials to be produced during the construction and
operation of the project, it shall be managed using the prescriptions stipulated in RA 9003,
where solid waste materials shall be segregated according to biodegradable, non-
biodegradable and recyclable materials. By doing this, additional income shall be generated
from these materials and at the same time contribute to environmental protection measures.
Although the volume of solid waste materials is expected to be minimal as compared to the
volume produced in urban areas, these waste materials will still produce negative effect on
the environment if left unmanaged.
For the waste water, a waste water treatment facility shall be established to avoid spillage to
critical waterways that could affect bodies of water and the ecosystems. Effluents like used
oil, grease, etc. must be properly stored and/or disposed to avoid spilling to water bodies/rivers
or other drainage systems that will affect the life cycle of many living organisms.
3.6 M ANPOWER REQUI REMENTS
The manpower needed for the construction and the operation phase are specified below:
3.6.1 Construction Phase
The project will employ 100 workers both professional and labor. Most of the activities to be
undertaken are heavy works, i.e. concreting, carpentry, etc., thus, a larger number of the
manpower are males. Females will only be hired for light works.

3.6.2 Operation Phase
The project will employ around 20 regular staff for the various works for operation typical of a
resort.
3.7 PROJECT COST AN D DUR ATION OF PROJECT DEVELO PMENT
The cost of establishing the project is estimated at 9.45 Million to complete the development
of the project ready for operation. The project is expected to be completed in one year unless
affected by force majeure.

4 BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, IMPACT

ASSESSMENT AND MITIGATION
4.1 THE L AND
4.1.1 Land Classification and Land Use
The municipality of Santa Ana has a total land area of 44,130 hectares occupying about 4.90%
of the total land area of the province of Cagayan. With this, only 17% or an aggregate area of
7,502 hectares is being utilized for agriculture which is within the declared Alienable and
Disposable land in the municipality of Santa Ana, Cagayan. This only show that larger portion
of the municipality’s land area is still within forestland. Based on the draft CLUP of the
municipality, 10,971 hectares is old growth forest to include the 598 hectares karst and
ultramafic forest and 220 hectares mangrove forest. It is apparent that large portion of the
mangrove areas particularly those in barangay San Vicente has excellent forest cover.
The municipality has one Protected Area (Palaui Island Protected Landscape and Seascape)
declared under the National Integrated Protected Area System (NIPAS) due to its astounding
biodiversity of both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. The forest areas of Santa Ana are also
included in the Northeastern Cagayan Protected Landscape and Seascape locally proclaimed
as protected area by the Provincial Government of Cagayan, however, as the total area of the
municipality is covered by CEZA, Santa Ana was excised from the locally proclaimed
protected area as the law mandated the protection of the natural forest.
In terms of the existing land use, the specific land uses of the municipality are: forest zone
and classified into sub zones such as; natural forest which is covered by the remaining old
growth forest and the Karst and ultramafic forest (the areas facing the Pacific Ocean covered
with small trees), cultivated upland areas for agriculture which is now being planted with
various crops like pineapple, corn, upland rice and many cash crops, agricultural areas, those
within A & D lands being planted with various agricultural crops, built up areas being used for
settlements, military civil reservation, marine/coastal areas and tourism areas.
4.1.2 Land issues
The primary land issue raised during the public consultation was the suspension of operation
of the Nangaramoan beach resort, which was established jointly by the barangay and
municipal LGU. There seems to be a problem for the establishment of the resort as it was
established without securing the required permit issued by relevant agencies. So far, the
required tenurial instrument (FLAGt) to be issued to the project proponent is being discussed
by concerned authorities.
Another issue raised is the fisher folks concerned on their fishing ground which may be
affected by the establishment of the project. It was assured that their fishing activities adjacent
to the resort will not be affected even the proponent will be able to secure foreshore lease
agreement provided that their fishing activities will be properly coordinated in order to ensure
that potential damage to the marine environment will be secured. The rehabilitation of the
mangrove areas is also a concern as many patches are already converted into fishponds or
resorts. The suggestion is to rehabilitate mangrove areas for spawning of many marine
species rather than render degradation to these mangrove areas.
On landforms, the construction of the different resort structures and access road during
construction, which will cause changes of landforms. This issue however, can be mitigated by
diligently following the plans prepared for the establishment of the project.

4.1.3 Geologic Composition
In Sta. Ana, Volcanic rocks or

undifferentiated volcanic rocks
predominate the area with 65%
of the total land area. Other part
of the municipality is covered by
alluvium comprising 20% of
Santa Ana. The rest is
characterized by having basalt-
andesite series particularly the
portion occupied by the Palaui
Island which is now classified as
a marine reservation (Figure
4.1).
Topography and Slope
Characteristics
4.1.4.1 Topography
Santa Ana area is generally a

mountainous to rolling lands.
Large portion of the
municipality’s is classified as
rolling to mountainous areas
especially in the eastern portion
which is still covered by natural Figure 4.1 Geologic map of the Philippines
forest. Flat to moderately rolling
areas is found the northwestern section where the town center was established and the
patches of agricultural production areas. Based on record, no areas with elevation of above
1,000 m above sea level (msl) even in the mountain peaks. Fifty-five percent of the Sta. Ana’s
area is below 100 m in elevation and about 29% (12,850 hectares) is within the 100-300 m
elevation range. Only 3% or about 1,250 hectares have elevations of 501-1000 m (Table 4.1
and Figure 4.2).
The topography of the proposed resort is level to nearly level. Adjacent to the area though as
observed during the actual assessment is moderately steep slopes with pristine karst forest
and ultramafic forest. There are small sections with slightly rolling in the central and the
boundaries of the foreshore areas brought about by strong waves of the Pacific Ocean.
In terms of slope, the largest portion of the municipality’s land area with rolling to moderately
steep or 18 to 30 % slopes. This category covers an aggregate area of 15,252 hectares or
34.56% of the total land area of the municipality. Rugged/ hilly to steep slopes or areas with a
slope greater than 50 % follows with an aggregate area of 11,511 hectares or 26.08 % of the
total area of the municipality. The smallest section is flat which is now the area occupied for
agricultural purposes, built up/residential areas and coastal areas where the proposed project
is located (Table 4.2 ). With this slope category and since the project site is classified as level
to nearly level, it is apparent that the area is not vulnerable to soil erosion and landslides.

Table 4.1. Elevation Categories of Santa Ana, Cagayan
Elevation Sta. Ana Palaui Total Percentage
< 100 22,441 1,664 24,105 55%
100-300 12,075 775 12,850 29%
301-500 5,925 0 5,925 13%
501-1000 1,250 0 1,250 3%
TOTAL 41,691 2,439 44,130 100%
Source: Bureau of Soils and Water Management, Department of Agriculture
Table 4.2 Slope Classification of Sta Ana, Cagayan
Slope Land Area Percentage to Description

Total
0-3 7,536 17.08 Level to nearly level
3-8 469 1.06 Gently sloping to undulating
8 – 18 3,172 7.19 Undulating to rolling
18 - 30 15,252 34.56 Rolling to moderately steep
30 - 50 6,190 14.03 Strongly sloping & rolling
> 50 11,511 26.08 Strongly Hilly, mountainous
TOTAL 44,130 100.00

Source: Bureau of Soils and Water Management, Department of Agriculture

Figure 4.2 Elevation Map of Santa Ana, Cagayan
Anguib
Source: LGU CLUP
Figure 4.3 Slope Map of Santa Ana, Cagayan
Source: LGU CLUP

4.1.5 Climatic Conditions
The climate of Santa Ana falls under the fourth type of climate under the Modified Corona
Classification of Climate (Figure 4.4-http://www.cropsreview.com/climate-types.html). This
type of climate is characterized as having even distribution of rainfall throughout the year. The
dry season begins in the month of March and ends late July. The hottest periods are the
months of April, May and June. Generally, the months of June, July and August are moderate
with occasional rains. The rest of the year is characterized by heavy downpours.
Rainfall varies from 16.00 mm to 44.00 mm in the mountainous areas, with an annual average
of 26.00 mm. Temperature ranges from as low as 17 degrees Celsius during the period of
November to February, with coldest in the month of January. The highest temperature is 35
degrees Celsius during the months of April, May and June, with May being the warmest month.
A high relative humidity prevails in the area ranging from 70% to 90% with an annual mean of
76%. Furthermore, tropical storms frequently visit the area averaging about 12 typhoons per
year. Occurrence of such is usually between the months of May to November. The
occurrence of flood is also within these typhoon months. Drought is usually experienced
during the dry months of April, May and June.
The effect of the Northeast monsoon weather is greatly affects the project site since it is totally
exposed to the weather system. This kind of weather pattern should be taken into
consideration in the promotion and marketing the area for tourist.
Figure 4.4 Climatic Map of Cagayan
Anguib
Source: FDMP Cagayan
4.1.4 Geology of Soil
Based from the Bureau of Soil and Water Management (BSWM), there are eight soil textures
that can be found in the municipality of Santa Ana. These are Hydrosol, San Manuel silt loam,
Alaminos loam, Beach sand, Alaminos clay loam, Buguey loamy sand, Quingua silt loam and

undifferentiated mountain soil (Figure 4.5). As presented, the proposed area has an
undifferentiated mountain soil. The soils of the hills and mountains are developed in place
from the weathering of various rocks.
Figure 4.5. Soil Map of Sta. Ana, Cagayan
Anguib
Source: LGU CLUP
4.1.6 Geologic and Hydro-meteorological Hazards
The earth works is like a greenhouse. Carbon dioxide, methane and other naturally occurring
greenhouse gases trap heat from escaping into space. This keeps the earth within a life-
sustaining range. Human dependence on fossil fuels for energy, biogenic emissions of gases,
deforestation and poor land use have increased the amount of carbon dioxide in the
atmosphere and reduced the absorptive capacity of plants, forests and soils for carbon
dioxide.
With the planet already in a warm period, any increase in temperature of more than two
degrees over pre-industrial level is predicted to have devastating impacts on peoples’ lives,
economic infrastructure, and natural environment.
The immediate and long-term impacts of climate change are threatening social and economic
progress. Such impacts are already being felt in a number of real and recognizable ways such
as measurable encroachment of the sea, sea level rise, floods and droughts, which are
occurring more frequently and are becoming more destructive.
Based on the result of studies conducted by the Manila Observatory on their Mapping of the
Philippine Vulnerability to Environmental Disasters, the whole province of Cagayan has a very
low risks on the projected temperature increase, the same is true to the risk on drought and
has a medium risk in terms of projected rainfall change
(http://vm.observatory.ph/cw_maps.html). For risk on typhoon, the province was found to be
very high and the province was identified as one of the top twenty (20) provinces which are
very high risks to typhoon occurrence. On the combined climate and weather related risk,
Cagayan was assessed to be at medium risks while on geophysical disaster, the whole
province was found to have low to risk on geophysical disaster (Figure 4.6).

In order to minimize the risk associated to climate related extreme weather events, further
assessment of risk associated to soil erosion, landslides, drought and flooding is of utmost
importance.
Figure 4.6 Map of risk on hydro-meteorological hazards

E N V I R O N M E N T A L I M P A C T S T A T E M E NT : CH I CO RI V E R P UM P I R RI G A T I O N P RO J E CT
4.1.6.1 Geological Hazards
The Philippines belongs to the so-called "Pacific Ring of Fire," one of the earth's great belts of
active volcanoes. It is however reported that in the province of Cagayan the whole province is
spared of major fault lines except the reported that the protruding west portion of the town of
Rizal along the Cordilleras falls along the Digdig Fault (http://cagayano.tripod.com). It can be
remembered that Digdig Fault is considered the country's most active fault as manifested by
the 1990 killer earthquake
that devastated the area as
far as Baguio City (Figure
4.7). There are few
volcanoes though. This
include Mount Cagua which
is near to Sta. Ana where
the proposed project is
located.
Although Santa Ana is far

from the active fault lines,
the area is still vulnerable to
tsunamis as it is exposed to
the Pacific Ocean. In
addition, it is very proximate
to the submerged volcano
in the municipality of
Calayan which is found to
be an active.
Erosion
Soil erosion potential (SEP)

was estimated using the
principle of the Universal
Soil Loss Equation (USLE)
developed by Wischmeier
and Smith (1978). USLE is
determined by getting the
Figure 4.7 Fault zone map of northern Luzon products of the following
factors i.e., rainfall erosivity
(R), soil erodibility (K), topographic features, i.e., slope (S) and length (L), plant cover and
farming techniques (C), and erosion control practices (P).
A significant proportion of the upland areas being cultivated suffers from severe erosion as
affected by both above-mentioned erodibility (gravity-caused) and erosivity features (rainfall-
induced), an ecologically threatening process marked by the presence of gullies. The factors
affecting erosion are slope, amount and intensity of rainfall, land use, and type of soil. These
severely eroded areas are found mostly closed to streams and river systems of the watershed.
Although significant proportion of erosion is occurring in most of the cultivated areas in the
municipality especially in sloping areas, soil erosion is not much of a problem in the project
site as the area and its vicinities have an intact vegetation and the terrain is considered flat to
moderately rolling.

4.1.6.2 Landslide
Landslides are often triggered by rainfall, particularly in a tropical climate like the Philippines,
which is characterized by very intense and long duration rainy season. Rainfall-induced
landslides happen frequently. Damage to properties and infrastructure facilities especially in
densely populated areas can be quite serious. Based on the actual assessment conducted in
the project site and its vicinities, there is no traces of landslides in the area including the beach
areas as the project has flat terrain. This indicates that the area is not vulnerable to landslides
despite the fact that it receives heavy rainfall during the Northeast monsoon period.
4.1.6.3 Hydro-meteorological Hazard
Based on the map below (Figure 4.8), northern tip of Cagayan, specifically Santa Ana where
the proposed project is frequented by typhoons. Apparently, most typhoon tracks pass through
Northern Luzon, however, some are not having a direct landfall in the area. While typhoon
paths are largely unpredictable, the consolidation of historical typhoon events from 1948 to
2010 show that the most frequented by typhoon is extreme northern Luzon as compared to
the rest of the country.
The geographic location, configuration and terrain of the project site contributed largely to the
vulnerability of some areas to landslide. The threat of typhoon, particularly storm surges,
remains high with the increasing intensity and frequency.
Figure 4.8 Natural hazard risks and typhoon incidence in the Philippines

4.1.6.4 Pedology
Soils of the project area were formed from residual materials and alluvial sediments through
the alternating process of erosion and sediment deposition in the lower slopes and in the
closed valley floor. The soils are characterized by fine sandy clay loam, clay loam to clay soil
texture.
Three soil series were identified in the project area namely: (a) soils of the lowland represented
by Isabela, Bago Clay loam and San Manuel Sandy Loam series; and (b) soils of the
intermediate upland identified as San Juan Sandy Loam and San Juan Clay. Isabela series
belongs to the fine clay, very deep and poorly drained soil. Surface soil 25 to 35 centimeters
is characterized by very dark gray to black, good coarse granular clay loam to clay texture.
The sub soil is clay, dark gray to gray, strong sub angular and angular blocky structure, sticky,
plastic, firm and yellowish brown to brownish yellow in the lower sub soil. Soil depth reaches
105 centimeters. Relief is generally level to nearly level. Surface drainage is good in the upper
fringes and somewhat poorly drained in the lower elevation.
San Manuel series belongs to the fine loamy deep and well drained soils formed on weakly
stratified recent alluvium in medium river terrace landscape position subject to slight seasonal
flooding. Surface soil is 20 to 30 cm thick, colored brown, yellowish brown fine sandy loam.
Sub-soil or B horizons, 100 to 150 cm deep are characteristically brown, yellowish brown or
grayish brown, clay loam, overlying a stratified light yellowish brown, yellowish brown sandy
clay loam and sandy loam substratum.
The Bago series is a member of the fine clay family, moderately deep and somewhat poorly
drained soils. The soils are formed on slightly sloping to undulating topography with slopes
ranging from 3.01 to 8.0 percent. The horizon is brown to dark brown, light brown sandy loam
to fine sandy clay loam textures. Sub soils 50 to 100 cm deep, dark grayish brown and very
dark grayish brown, very sticky, very plastic concretionary clay. C horizons are stratified
grayish brown, strong brown light gray to gray clay, very sticky and plastic.
4.2 TERRESTRI AL BIOLOGY
4.2.1 General Vegetation
The vegetation of the project site and its vicinities is a combination of beach species,
mangrove forest and agricultural crops like coconut trees and fruit bearing trees. The eastern
side of the resort which is adjacent to a developed resort is a Karst forest, the usual
characteristics of some of the forest areas facing the sea. The karst forest used to have small
trees as compared to the Dipterocarp species in the lowland natural forest. The entire 12
hectares resort has a bit thick beach forest except for some portions with good density of
coconut trees, and at the back or southern section is a pristine mangrove forest.
Based on the biological assessment conducted in the forest areas of Santa Ana including the
project site, a total of 84 families, 206 genera and 319 taxa were recorded, together with a
new species of Rafflesia, a very rare parasitic plant found in the forest areas of the Sierra
Madre. There are 106 Philippine endemics reported, 38 of which are Luzon endemics
(Malabrigo, P.L., Jr., 2013). Eighteen taxa were listed under either the Philippine Red List
(Fernando et al., 2008), IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (IUCN 2010).
Although there will be cutting of trees in the construction site, this may not have big effect on
the deterioration of the ecosystems as the only area that will be subjected to cutting will be
confined within the area where the structures are to be constructed. Thus, the development
of the area shall have no substantial impact to the flora and fauna.

4.2.2 Fauna
The result of the rapid biological assessment within the mountain areas of Santa Ana including
the project site shows that there are 41 species of birds in the area. A follow up survey was
conducted in the project site and the result shows that there are nine species identified and
some are endemic to the Philippines. Table 4.3 below show the list of species identified in
Santa Ana to include endemic and threatened species as listed in the IUCN Red list (WBCP
2016).
Table 4.3 List of birds with corresponding range and conservation status
No. LOCAL NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME FAMILY NAME RANGE /
CONS.
STATUS
1 Indigo-Banded Ceyx cyanopectus Alcedinidae Endemic
Kingfisher
2 White-throated Halcyon smyrnensis Alcedinidae Resident
Kingfisher
3 Pygmy Swiftlet Collocalia troglodytes Apodidae Endemic
7 Little Egret Egretta garzetta Ardeidae Migrant
Purple Heron Ardea purpurea Ardeidae Migrant
9 White-breasted Artamus leucorynchus Artamidae Resident
Wood-swallow
11 Philippine Tailorbird Orthotomus castaneiceps Cisticolidae Endemic
12 Common Emerald Chalcophaps indica Columbidae Resident
Dove
14 Zebra Dove Geopedia striata Columbidae Resident
16 White-eared Brown Phapitreron leucotis Columbidae Endemic
Dove
17 Large-billed Crow Corvus macrorhyncus Corvidae Resident
19 Lesser Coucal Centropus bengalensis Cuculidae Resident
20 Philippine Coucal Centropus viridis Cuculidae Endemic
23 Chestnut Munia Lonchura Malacca Estrildidae Resident
25 Barn Swallow Hirundo rustica Hirundinidae Migrant
26 Black-naped Oriole Oriolus chinensis Laniidae Resident
27 Brown Shrike Lanius cristatus Laniidae Migrant
30 Blue-tailed Bee Merops philippinus Meropidae Resident
Eater
Grey Wagtail Motacilla cinerea Motacillidae Migrant
31 Brown-throated Anthreptes malacensis Nectarinidae Resident
Sunbird
32 Red Junglefowl Gallus Phasianidae Resident
34 Philippine Bulbul Hypsipetes philippinus Pycnonotidae Endemic
35 Yellow Vented Pycnonotus goiavier Pycnonotidae Resident
Bulbul
36 Common Moorhen Gallinula cholopus Rallidae Resident &
Migrant
39 Crested Myna Acridotheres cristatellus Strurnidae Resident

4.2.3 Freshwater
Based on the actual observation and interview with some fisherman in Santa Ana, there are
16 species of fish, four species of shells, and two species each of mollusks present in the river
systems of the municipality (Table 4.4). Most people in the village are farmers and fishing is
only done for personal consumption.
Table 4.4 List of freshwater species

No COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME LOCAL NAME CONSERVA
ILOKANO, TION
IBANAG STATUS
1 Fishes/Mollusks/shell
2 Fresh water Eel Anguilla marmorata Igat, Siging Not
Threatened
3 Swamp Eel Monopteru albus Kiwit, Utag Common
4 Native (Mozambigues) Oreochromis Tilapia Not
Tilapia mossambicus Threatened
5 Silver Fish/Java barb Barbonymus Dungkug, itawis Not
gonionotus Threatened
6 Common Carp Cypprimus carpio Roho/Carpa Not
Threatened
7 Golden Carp Carassius Golden, rasian Not
Threatened
8 Rohu Labeo rohita Roho Not-
Threatened
9 Mudfish Channa striata Dalag Not
Threatened
10 Catfish/Paltat Clarias fuscus Paltat, patta Not
Threatened
11 Catfish/Kurilao Clarias bagrus Kurilao, bangkok Not
Threatened
12 Native Catfish Clarius microcephalus Native Not
paltat/native patta Threatened
13 Climbing Anabas testudineus Ar-aru, Aralua Not
Perch/Goramie Threatened
14 Goramie Trichogaster sp. Gurami Not
Threatened
15 Marble Goby Oxyeleotris Mori, bugto Not
marmorata Threatened
16 Large snout Goby Awaous Bunnug/Vunug Not
melanocephalus Threatened
17 Feathered river- Zenarchopterus Susay, balambang Not
garfish dispar Threatened
18 Golden Apple Snail Pomacea canaliculata Giant, Basikul, Common
liddeg
19 Freshwater Oncomelania Agurung Not
Gastropods hupensis Threatened
20 Fresh water Mussel Margaritifera Bildat/Anggung Not
Threatened
21 Fresh water clam Corbicula manilensis Asisi, tulya Not
Threatened

22 Freshwater crab Pacifasticus sp. Agatol, agama

Not
Threatened
23 Shrimp Macrobrachium lar Lakdaw, lasi Not
Threatened
Note: The Squaretail Murrel/Ikan/Sira/Itubi (Ellochelon vaigiensis) was mentioned by some
fisherman in Cagayan.
4.2.4 Flora
The result of the rapid assessment conducted on plants shows that there are 51 species of
trees (Table 4.5) in the resort area including the adjacent forest areas which includes the
species of mangrove and beach forest, coconut and fruit trees and non-woody plants.
Two species of trees are categorized as Vulnerable according to the IUCN Red list of 2016
like Narra Pterocarpus indicus and Molave Vitex parviflora.
Table 4.5 List of trees found in the proposed resort zone and adjacent areas
No COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME CONSERVATION
STATUS
1 Alagaw Premna odorata Not Threatened
2 Alahan Guioa koelrueteria Not Threatened
3 Alim Mallotus multiglandolosus Not Threatened
4 Amugis Koordersiodendron pinnatum Not Threatened
5 Anabiong Trema orientalis Not Threatened
6 Balete Ficus balete Not Threatened
7 Binunga Macaranga tanarius Not Threatened
8 Binayuyu Antidesma ghaesembela Not Threatened
9 Dap-dap Erythrina variegata Not Threatened
10 Hauili Ficus septica Not Threatened
11 Igem Podocarpus imbricatus Not Threatened
12 Ipil-ipil Leucaena leucocephala Not Threatened
13 Is-is Ficus angustifolia Not Threatened
14 Kalios Streblus asper Not Threatened
15 Kamansi Artocarpus camansi Not Threatened
16 Kusibeng Sapindus sapunaria Not Threatened
17 Lamio Dracontomelon edule Not Threatened
18 Lanete Wrightia pubescens Not Threatened
19 Ligas Semicarpus cuneiformis Not Threatened
20 Loktob Duabanga moluccana Not Threatened
21 Malapapaya Polyscias nodosa Not Threatened
22 Mango Mangifera indica Not Threatened
23 Molave Vitex parviflora Vul. , IUCN 2016 A1cd
24 Narra Pterocarpus indicus Vul. , IUCN 2016 A1cd
25 Cocunut Cocos nucifera Not Threatened
26 Pagsahingin Canarium asperum Not Threatened
27 Pandakaki Tabernaemontana padacaqui Not Threatened

28 Sablot Litsea glutinosa Not Threatened

29 Takip-Asim Macaranga grandifolia
30 Talisai Terminalia catappa Not Threatened
31 Tibig Ficus nota Not Threatened
4.2.5 Mammal Species
Based on our interviews, there are four mammal species reported in the forest areas of Santa
Ana with one species being endangered and two are Vulnerable (Table 4.6).
Table 4.6 List of mammal species

No. COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME CONSERVATION
STATUS
IUCN REDLIST 2018
1 Philippine warty pig Sus philippensis Vulnerable
2 Philippine brown deer Cervus mariannus Vulnerable
3 Philippine monkey
Note: The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Version 2017-3. <www.iucnredlist.org>.
Downloaded on 21 February 2018.
4.3 MARINE ECOSYSTEMS
The marine ecosystem is relatively pristine, which mirrors the environmental condition in the
terrestrial area. This is because of the remoteness of the location as it is far from traditional
sources of stressors such as domestic pollution. The nearby intact mangrove forest also acts
as trap of silt. Lack of siltation even during heavy downpour or following a strong typhoon such
as Ompong, can also be attributed to the distance of the proposed site to rivers and streams.
In addition, the physical attribute of the site, e.g., one that is facing the Pacific, makes it
exposed to strong winds, waves and currents, allows for immediate dispersal of silts.
The Anguib property is situated in a relatively open sea, specifically at the mouth of the Anguib
Cove. High energy oceanic waves may reach the interior of the cove particularly during the
exposed months (i.e. northeast monsoon). The wide intertidal area although to some extent
helped in dissipating the energy of the wave, still could not sufficiently dissipate of all the
energy of the oceanic wave. As a result, wave run up would reach the beach area up to the
farthest point of the cove. This is very evident in the aftermath of Ompong, where resort
structures in the nearby area were toppled by strong waves.
During the exposed months, the impact of pollution may not be an issue as strong currents
generated by high-energy waves that wash through the shallow intertidal area will wash out
pollutants away from the cove. This is an issue, however, during the calmer months when
water residence time is higher and eddies formed right in front of the resort will entrain the
pollutants. Entrainment will result in higher biological utilization.
The intertidal zone harbors healthy meadows of sea grasses and patches of corals.
Seagrasses are dominated by Thalassia hemprichii and Cymodocea rotundata. Seagrasses
are sensitive to siltation especially when the water will turn murky because they need light for
photosynthesis. Given this, siltation, if any, should be minimized during the construction phase
by timing the construction during the dry season. Similarly, corals require light for
photosynthesis. As such, they too will be adversely impacted by siltation. Patches of corals
were observed right in front of the resort, near the area where outrigger boats dock. A more

extensive coral growth can be found along the reef edge where the waves break. Both sea
grasses and corals can be adversely impacted by heavy nutrient loading, thus, it is important
to manage the resort’s waste-water effluents because they could potentially be the major
sources of phosphate and nitrate that will over fertilize the water column. As discussed earlier
in Chapter 3, this condition will lead to eutrophication and the eventual alteration of the area’s
ecology.
It is worth highlighting that the beach material is predominantly made of calcium carbonate
sand, which means that corals and other marine organisms in the area are the main sources
of beach materials. Destruction of the corals or alteration of the sea grass ecology where
forams, another source of carbonate materials, thrive, will adversely affect sand production.
Low production of sand will skew sand transport towards erosion rather than accretion
resulting to the net loss of land or beach in the long haul.
It is important that waste water should undergo treatment before it will be dumped directly into
the sea. If done, it should not also be dumped directly into the intertidal area as it will increase
the likelihood of being retained within the zone by water currents and eddies. A long pipe that
will reach the sub tidal area must be installed where waste water will flow out. In this way
alongshore current and water turbulence will disperse the waste water in the water column
and transported away from sensitive coastal ecosystems.
4.3.1 Corals Species
Table 4.7 below shows the list of coral genera and dominance based on number of times
encountered at Anguib area. Note that we were only able to make spot dives because of
strong residual waves from Typhoon Ompong that rendered line intercept sampling not
possible. The assessment was done 4 days after the typhoon. Approximate location of 2 100m
belt transects was 18.57784N, 122.23393E and 18.51706 N latitude and 122.23470 E
longitude.
Table 4.7 List of Coral genera and dominance based on number of times encountered at
Anguib Cove Area
Coral Genera Count

Porites 50
Pocillopora 30
Heliopora 20
Favia 10
Favites 10
Goniopora 5
Goniastrea 5
Favites 10
Hydnophora 2
Galaxea 2
Acropora 2
4.3.2 Seagrass Species
Table 4.8 shows the sea grass genera and average cover estimate at Anguib Cove as
compared to Ame and Ayson 2009. Note that we were only able to make spot dives because
of strong residual waves from Typhoon Ompong that rendered quadrat sampling not possible.
The assessment was done 4 days after the typhoon.

Table 4.8 List of Seagrass genera and Average estimate at Anguib Cove compared to 2009
record
Genera Percent cover Ame and Ayson 2009

Thalassia 30% 5%
Cymodocea 30% 35%
Haludule 10% 8%
Enhalus 5% 7%
Halophila 1% 2%
Syringodium 10%
4.4 WATER
4.4.1 Hydrology and Hydrogeology
A prime requirement for the planning and water management of the river is the appraisal of
surface water resources to determine the source, extent and dependability of supply. Though
the project is study provides baseline on the water resource of Santa Ana to support the
sustained water requirement of the Anguib Beach Club.
The hydrologic study conducted presents the findings that shall be used as a basis to provide
the necessary information that will help in understanding the weather pattern that will aid the
planning for the operation of the project.
4.4.2 Meteorological Features
Meteorological data such as temperature, relative humidity, wind velocity and other
climatological data are being observed at the PAGASA station in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
from 1981 to date, however, the data generated from PAGASA such as; wind speed
cloudiness, temperature and relative humidity covers only. The monthly mean temperature
varies from 23.60 C to 29.50 C while the monthly mean relative humidity varies from 70.0% to
80.0% and the wind speed ranges from 1.0 to 2.0 mps.
The mean monthly meteorological data on temperature, relative humidity, wind speed and
cloudiness at Tuguegarao Station are presented in Table 4.9.
Table 4.9 Monthly meteorogical data gathered from Tuguegarao City PAGASA sub station
MONTH JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC AVE.
Monthly Mean
Temp o C 23.7 24.9 27.0 29.0 29.5 29.3 28.6 28.3 27.9 26.7 25.3 23.6 27.0
Monthly Mean
Relative 80.0 77.0 74.0 70.0 70.0 70.0 71.0 72.0 73.0 75.0 78.0 80.0 74.0
Humidity, %
Monthly Mean
Wind Speed, 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
mps
Monthly Mean
Cloudiness, 6.0 5.0 4.0 4.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 5.0
oktas

4.4.3 Typhoons
The frequency of tropical cyclones affecting the country is rather latitudinal in nature, such that
all the four climatic regions are exposed to typhoons. The project area is located in the
northeastern tip of the archipelago with a 32% frequency occurrence of typhoon. It is a
common observation that all typhoons that directly hit extreme Northern Luzon affects the
municipality of Santa Ana.
4.4.4 Rainfall
There are three rainfall stations in the province of Cagayan, two of which are maintained by
the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)
and the other is by APC Agromet Station. Data from the three stations have almost the same
annual rainfall. The record of Tuguegarao and Cagumitan is an excellent guide in planning the
tourism activities in the project especially that the area is exposed to Northeast monsoon
weather systems which occurred about four months.
4.4.5 Evaporation
The monthly evaporation data used are the records from PAGASA Tuguegarao City sub-
station from 1983 to 1991. The mean monthly evaporation is shown in Table 4.10. As can be
deduced from the result of the measurements, the highest evaporation rates occurred during
the peak of summer months in the Cagayan River Basin, which is April and May. Although
there are already thunderstorms during these months the occurrence is intermittent and the
temperature is quite high, thus, accelerating the evaporation.
Table 4.10 Mean monthly evaporation in Cagayan

Month Ja Feb Mar Apr Ma Jun Jul Au Se Oct No De Tota
n y g p v c l/Av
e.
Monthly
Mean, 92.3 118. 170.7 196. 199. 174.4 177.0 145.5 131.5 108. 87.2 84.2 140.5
mm 8 5 0 8 5
Daily
Mean, 2.98 4.24 5.51 6.55 6.42 5.81 5.71 4.69 4.38 3.51 2.91 2.70 5.03
mm/day
4.4.8 Water Quality
The water quality test conducted was only directed to the domestic water being used in the
resort. In fact the project site have no river that crossed the area except dried creeks that
usually drains the resort area during rainy season. Result of the quality test conducted
revealed that the water taken from the existing water system was free from coliform
(Attachment 5).
4.4 THE AI R
4.5.1 Meteorology
One of the weather sub-stations operated by PAGASA in the Cagayan Valley region is located
in the Provincial Capitol Complex of Cagayan. Tracking of weather conditions is being

recorded to include rainfall, typhoons and other weather related data. The Nationwide
Operational Assessment of Hazards (NOAH) project of the Department of Science and
Technology (DOST) enhanced the capability of established weather stations in the region to
determine the rainfall intensity and rainfall patterns in the Cagayan Valley region. Project
NOAH is a component of the Disaster Risk Reduction Management Program of the
government to assess vulnerability of critical areas in order to reduce the effect of disasters to
lives, properties and infrastructures.
4.5.2 Air Stream
The principal air streams, which significantly affect Northern Luzon particularly the municipality
of Santa Ana is the Northeast monsoon and Pacific trade winds. The southwest monsoon is
also affecting the valley, however, as the area is shadowed by Cordillera Mountain ranges,
the impact is lesser as compared to the Amihan period where the project site is directly
exposed to this weather events.
The southwest monsoon originating from the north side of the Indian Ocean affects the area
during the months of May to October. During this period the distribution of rainfall is influenced
by the vertical situation of shear line between the South Pacific trade and southeast monsoon.
The air mass is classified as equatorial maritime and is warm and very humid. The northeast
monsoon, which affects the area from October to March, is most dominant during January and
February. The North Pacific trade winds generally prevail during April and May whenever the
northeast and the southwest monsoons are weak.
4.5.3 Tropical Cyclones
Tropical cyclones are the most influential factors that bring considerable rainfall in the
Philippines. Typhoons usually occur from June to December with highest frequencies in July
and August. The mean annual number of tropical cyclones that pass through the Philippine
Area of Responsibility (PAR) and about 12 typhoons pass through extreme Northern Luzon
which includes the municipality of Santa Ana. The cyclones originate in the region of Marianas
and Caroline Islands in the Pacific Ocean usually between 125°E and 170°E. Their
movements follow a generally westerly or northwesterly course over the country and deposit
substantial amounts of rainfall. The most frequent disastrous typhoons generally occur during
the months of October and November.
For the past five years, strong typhoons have hit the country that PAGASA even raised signal
No. 4 for some of these typhoons. As per record, among the weather disturbances with records
of heavy damage to both lives and properties were Typhoons Ondoy, Pablo, Pepeng, Yolanda
and the latest and worst as per world record that directly hits the Cagayan province were
Typhoons Lawin and Ompong.
Owing to its geographical position, Cagayan is the area often directly hit by strong typhoons.
Several tropical cyclones make landfall in the coastal areas of the Sierra Madre every year,
oftentimes passing through the Cagayan and Batanes provinces.
4.5.4 Climate
The municipality of Santa Ana is covered by Type IV climate based on the Modified Corona
Climate Classification system. This climatic type brings a well distributed rainfall throughout
the year, and have heavy rainfall during the Northeast monsoon period. The northeast
monsoon brings dry and cool winds from November to January. Areas in the open coastline

of the north experience the full impact of this phenomenon, which would mean cold mornings
and evenings with temperature ranging from 18ºC to 21ºC.
The leeward has hot and dry climate during the summer months of February to May with an
average temperature ranging from 30ºC to 38ºC. Unpredictable weather conditions have been
occurring in the province, which was not experienced in the past. Strong typhoons are passing
through the area even during summer period. This phenomenon is already known as the effect
of climate change.
4.5.5 Temperature
Data for the general temperature was extracted from the PAGASA station in Tuguegarao City.
The monthly mean, minimum and maximum temperatures (1981-2010) reckoned at sub-
station are shown in Table 4.11.
Table 4.11 Mean, Minimum and Maximum Temperatures

Temperature,°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum 28.4 30.5 33.1 35.4 35.8 35.1 33.9 33.5 32.9 31.4 29.6 27.8
Minimum 18.9 19.3 20.9 22.6 23.2 23.4 23.2 23.2 22.8 22.0 21.0 19.4
Mean 23.7 24.9 27.0 29.0 29.5 29.3 28.6 28.4 27.9 26.7 25.3 23.6
Source: PAGASA (1981-2010)
Based on the data, the Cagayan Valley region is generally warm with an annual mean
temperature of 27 degrees centigrade. Likewise, the data shows that the maximum
temperature values in the project site are ranging from 18 degrees centigrade to 35.8 degrees
centigrade. The hottest is observed to be the month of May to July with an average
temperature of 32 degrees centigrade. During the coldest months, the temperatures are
ranging from 15 or 18 degrees centigrade to 23.4 degrees centigrade and this is being
experienced during the months of December to February.
4.5.6 Relative Humidity
The average annual relative humidity for the project area estimated from Tuguegarao City
station is about 74%. The mean monthly values of the relative humidity range from 70% to
80.0 percent. The most humid months usually occur during December to January while the
months of April, May and June are the least humid months. The monthly relative humidity
data for the station and for the basin are shown in Table 4.12.
Table 4.12 Relative Humidity Data

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Rel. Humidity, % 80 77 74 70 70 70 71 72 73 75 78 80
Source: PAGASA (1981-2010)
4.5.7 Winds
The prevailing wind direction conforms to the dominant air stream during the different months.
The northerly winds affect the project area between September and February. From March to
August, the prevailing winds are from the southeast. Each year, the area experiences several
typhoons with destructive winds and torrential rains. The monthly normal and extreme wind
speed and direction reckoned at the synoptic station in Tuguegarao City are shown in Table
4.13.

Table 4.13 Wind Data

Wind
Normal 1
Speed, mps 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
Direction N N N N S S S S S N N N
Wind
Extreme2
Speed, mps 21 25 23 47 40 39 39 40 57 49 36 25
Direction N SE WNW SSE NW W W NW SSE WNW SE N
1
Period of Record: 1981-2010
2
Period of Record: 1966-2014
4.5.8 Rainfall
The rainfall data generated for this study was taken in the PAGASA Tuguegarao City sub-
station report, which is the most advance nearest weather station to the project site. The data
from this station may provide more or less the real data that can properly describes the rainfall
pattern in the project site. The data generated shows that there are 8 months in a year with
more than 200mm rainfall for at least four months. It was recorded that the month of October
is the highest rainfall with 298.5 mm precipitation. The recorded total monthly rainfall collected
in the area is 1,736.2 mm
The recorded rainfall in PAGASA Tuguegarao City may vary from the coastal side of the Sierra
Madre mountain ranges due to the effect of the rains during the northeast monsoon period,
which is usually very heavy. However, the PAGASA report indicated that the rainfall pattern
from this station can be a guide to draw the required intervention that may reduce damage to
the environment and livelihood of the local communities.
4.5.9 Air Quality & noise conditions
The project is free from air pollution as there are no commercial or industrial activities in the
project site except commercial/tourism areas in the barangay proper of San Vicente and Santa
Ana areas within the coastal areas in the Babuyan Channel. However, the operation the
various establishments is still minimal as the area is still not considered fully urbanized.
The only perceived threat to air pollution will be during the construction phase of the project
due to dust and carbon dioxide emission cause by hauling trucks for construction materials
during the construction period. However, this condition can be easily controlled by requiring
all equipment to be in excellent condition at all times. In terms of noise pollution, it is also
minimal as the project is an open area, which would not confine the noise of heavy equipment
during the construction.
To mitigate the problem on dust generation during construction phase, the contractor should
ensure that access roads would be frequently sprayed with water from water trucks, two to
three times a week or whenever thick dust is observed.
4.6 THE PEOPLE
4.6.1 Demograph y
The total population of the municipality of Santa Ana as reported by the Philippine Statistics
Authority is 32,906 for the Census Year 2015. During that year, barangay San Vicente, where
the project is located ranked second most populous barangay among the sixteen barangays

of Santa Ana (Table 4.14). As shown in the table, the total population of San Vicente is 4,856
individuals or 14.76% of the total population of Santa Ana. The most populous barangay is
Centro with a total population of 5,674 or 17.24% from the 2015 census (PSA 2015). It can be
noted that San Vicente is the north eastern tip of Cagayan and it is where the port is located.
Looking at the data, the barangays that host the commercial centers and tourism activities
have the highest population. This shows the influence of commercial and tourism activities to
in migration brought about by business activities and employment opportunities.
Table 4.14 Population by Barangay of Sta. Ana in 2015

Population Percent
SANTA ANA 32,906 100.00
Casagan 605 1.84
Casambalangan (Port Irene) 4,561 13.86
Centro (Pob.) 5,674 17.24
Diora-Zinungan 1,321 4.01
Dungeg 746 2.27
Kapanikian 658 2.00
Marede 1,390 4.22
Palawig 2,677 8.14
Batu-Parada 907 2.76
Patunungan 1,444 4.39
Rapuli (Punti) 2,884 8.76
San Vicente (Fort) 4,856 14.76
Santa Clara 916 2.78
Santa Cruz 837 2.54
Visitacion (Pob.) 1,359 4.13
Tangatan 2,071 6.29
Source PSA Censal Year 2015
4.6.2 Economy
The population of the municipality for the last fifteen years from 2000 to 2015 are 21,612,
25,833, 30,458 and 32,906 for the census years 2000, 2007, 2010 and 2015 respectively. As
presented the population is on a rising trend. During the census year conducted, there was an
increase of 4,221 inhabitants from 2000 to 2007, thereby making an annual growth rate of
2.49%. From 2007 to 2010 the annual growth rate increased to 6.18% while there is a
decrease rate to 1.48% in following census years 2010 to 2015.
Majority of the population of Sta Ana are farmers and the main crops are rice and corn. Few
farmers are into pineapple and banana production. Those that live in the coastal barangays
are also into fishing.
One significant development in the local economy of Santa Ana is the growing tourism industry
as a result of the development that brought about by the creation of Sta. Ana as the Cagayan
Freeport Zone. Establishment of resorts and hotels are evident in the area as there is a
significant increase in tourist arrival in the place. Specially, with the opening of the international
airport in the nearby town of Lallo, Cagayan it is expected that tourist arrivals will continue to
increase.

4.6.3 Scenario with and without the Project
4.6.3.1 Impact without the Project
Without the project, the local economy will be relying on existing business activities for
revenues and the employment situation will be dependent on them. Its natural assets– the
pristine forest and beaches will largely be untapped to contribute to its economy.
4.6.3.2 Impact with the Project
Nature based local tourism will be given a boost with the establishment of the resort. It will
result to more arrivals in the area which will contribute to the local economy with tourists
expenditures on ancillary activities- e.g., transport including small outrigger boat operation,
souvenirs and curious, restaurants, masseurs, etc. It will also contribute to the province
tourism industry in general.
There will also employment opportunities for local residents in the resort such as cooks, bell
boys, security guards, drivers, carpenters, gardeners, etc.
The potential of being the catalyst for further local tourism development is also enormous.
4.6.4 In-migration Patterns Impact as a Result of Project implementation
It is a common observation that if a new project is established, the opportunities created will
serve as a magnet for in-migration. The establishment of this project will create an opportunity
that will invite people from outside the communities to speculate or create business. Another
expected cause of in migration is inter-marriages of project workers from other municipalities
due to employment during the construction of the project. Potential of outside hires to
eventually marry and settle in San Vicente is also very high.
4.6.5 The Project Implementation’s Threat to Public Health vis-à-vis the Baseline
Health Conditions in the Area
Tourism carries with it some risks to local population health through transmittal of
communicable diseases. But based from the municipal profile, the municipality could handle
basic health services to its population through various Rural Health Units (RHU) and Barangay
Health Stations (BHSs). The major services in the different health centers are general
consultations, maternal and health care, family planning, control of diarrheal disease,
expanded program on immunization, TB program, malaria control and the like. Medical
facilities in barangay health stations are inadequate for serious illnesses.
One of the major health risks from resort and leisure operations is the dissemination of
infectious disease as travel is a potent force in spreading diseases. These include the common
flu and diarrhea. Contact with the forest also carry some risk of getting tropical diseases or
agents such as malaria, which will be spread to the local community.
4.6.6 Local Benefits Expected from Project Implementation
The project will improve the local economy as the operation of the resort will affect at every
point of the supply chain with respect to service industries actors.

4.6.7 The Project Effect to the Delivery of Basic Services and Resource Competition
in the Area
Apart from service industries actors, consumers may also be affected by the project. Local
food, for example, may become expensive as the resort increases the demand. However, this
should be viewed a catalyst for farmers to produce more agricultural products needed for the
resort. Demand for fish may also rise, which could be both positive (increase in income of
fisher folks) or negative, if it will make fish expensive for consumers in the municipality.
However, as with farming, the vast marine area and fishing ground should be able to supply
the fish requirement for the resort without creating adverse effects to the local demand and
prices/affordability.
The influx of arrivals will also affect the delivery of basic services as RHU or barangay health
centers will cater to additional persons. This should be viewed, however, as an opportunity to
improve on health facilities and capacity as a necessary support service to boost local tourism,
hotel and leisure industry.
4.6.8 The Affected Properties on the Implementation of the Project
The area to be developed and the surrounding environment is inhabited, so there will be no
direct impact on local residents of the project.

5 ENVIRONMENTAL RISK ASSESSMENT
Environmental/ecological risk assessment is an important part of the study for the

establishment of the resort project due to its perceived impacts on the areas directly affected,
i.e. site development area and eco-trails and access roads. Assessments were made in
accordance with DAO 2003-30 and DAO 2017-15, which prescribed the universally accepted
and scientific methods to assess the risk associated in establishing these kinds of project. The
study focuses on the determination of the probability of occurrence of environmental damage
including accidents of workers during the construction and operation of the project, and the
magnitude of the incidents in case they happen.
The environmental risk study is a part of the environmental impact assessment, only it does a
deeper analysis of potential hazards that may occur during the establishment of the project.
The scope of the report contains the level and category of the project, and the soundness of
the prepared emergency plan based on the worst-case scenario to be more prepared for any
eventuality. This analysis also discusses the operation and systems of the project to be
implemented, and the conditions of the scenarios in accordance with the plan prepared for the
operation of the project.
5.1 INFR AS TRUCTURE AN D ECO TO URISM SPO TS
Anguib Beach Resort is at the moment connected with a fully concreted road from barangay
proper of San Vicente, Santa Ana, Cagayan. However, at the moment portion of the road that
passes through a private resort is presently closed, thus, the alternative is to take a 30 minutes
ride using outrigger boat from San Vicente port.
Santa Ana is the seat of the Cagayan Freeport Zone which is now considered one of the fast
growing municipalities of Cagayan in terms of economic development. Although the agro-
industrial sector which is one of the main component of CEZA main is quite slow in terms of
development growth, the tourism sector has registered a tremendous growth in the last five
years as manifested by the mushrooming of resorts all over the coastal areas of Santa Ana.
Anguib Beach Club is one amongst the resorts that started operation and has been doing
initial resort business 3 years ago and only temporary structures have been put up to
accommodate tourists. In fact, the operation of the resort could only accommodate transient
tourists due to the absence of cottages for overnight stays. The alternative for overnight stay
for visitors is the hotel of the proponent located at the town proper. The hotel is being offered
to tourists who want to spend their long vacation in Santa Ana.
The proposed project intends to construct world class structures that can accommodate local
and foreign tourists on either short or long stays. The project will put up structures within the
12-hectare beachfront property located at the northern tip of barangay San Vicente, which is
facing the Pacific Ocean. Among the permanent structures to be constructed shall be: open
cottages, cabanas, reception hall and leisure park of world standard. In the immediate term,
the power for the resort shall be shall come from CAGELCO II, however, in the long term a
renewable energy (solar or wind mill) is planned to be put up as an option to help the global
initiative to combat the effect of climate change.
A waste water treatment and solid waste materials management facilities will also be
established within the 12-hectare ecotourism zone for managing wastes that could destroy the
integrity of the resort ecosystems. Widely accepted technologies for waste water treatment
and solid waste materials management for resort areas shall be constructed. The scenario in
Boracay Island which led to its temporary closure for tourism activities is a big lesson to resort
operators, thus, the proponent considers seriously the establishment of waste water treatment

and solid waste materials management facilities in the resort to avoid similar environmental
impact to happen in the area.
Eco-tourism spots and other tourism products shall also be developed inside and adjacent to
the 12 hectares eco-tourism zone as additional attraction. Although there are other tourism
circuits being offered for long vacation tourists in other eco-tourism sites, a bundle of full
entertainment eco-tourism activities shall be available in the area such as trekking and bird
watching in the pristine mangrove areas, swimming and other coastal area related activities.
However, it should be emphasized that a foreshore lease agreement shall also be secured
before the coastal/marine environment related entertainment shall be offered to tourists. It will
also be stressed that fishing by the local fisher folks shall not be impeded near the resort so
as not to affect their livelihood. However, monitoring shall be undertaken seriously especially
to those related to illegal fishing and destruction of marine resources.
5.2 TIMING OF CONSTRUCTION
The proposed resort is located in the northeast tip of the province of Cagayan, which is very
much exposed to the effect of northeast monsoon weather. Therefore, full development of the
12-hectare eco-tourism zone should take place as much as possible after the northeast
monsoon period to avoid severe environmental impact like soil erosion and health risk of the
construction workers. The construction must be timed mostly during the dry season (March to
July), particularly when clearing and earthworks have to be made in order to minimize soil
erosion resulting to siltation of the bodies of water nearby.
5.3 PROPER PL ANNI NG AND SCHEDULING OF WORK
Project planning for the implementation of the various construction activities must be done
with extensive consultations with the LGUs (barangay and municipal) and the local
communities. Timing of schedules is very important especially on the critical activities that can
be easily affected by bad weather conditions. All excavation works must be done during
summer period to avoid soil erosion. Soil to be excavated must be fixed before rainy season
comes to avoid siltation of the nearby coastal environment. The extra soil that must not be
used for filling must be brought to the proper waste disposal area identified. The waste
disposal area must be located in the areas that will pose very minimal risk or danger.
5.4 L ANDSC APE
The general landscape of the resort area is flat. The areas was subjected to agricultural
activities in the past like planting of coconut trees and other agricultural crops fitted to the
coastal area. The coastal zone in the northern boundary comprise with long stretch white
sand. Along the foreshore boundaries is beach forest with diverse species of flora. In the side
is a pristine mangrove forest.
The construction of the different structures and eco-tourism products is expected to alter the
landscape due to the excavations to be undertaken during the resort development. The
alterations are attributed to the clearing of the areas from the trees growing and the
preparation of the foundations of the structures and the development of the access trail inside
the resort.
The excavation will be very vulnerable to soil erosion when done improperly. Such areas for
this purpose shall be properly located to avoid social and environmental effects both at the
project site and the coastal areas outside the project site. Excavation site for earth fill and
source of construction materials must be independently studied to avoid any risk of disaster
that may affect biological resources and the local communities nearby.

5.5 L ANDSC APE DEGRAD ATION OF THE PROJECT SI TE
The area that may become vulnerable to degradation is the area to put up the various structure
because at the moment it is fully vegetated of various species of the different types of forest
ecosystems present in the area. The current vegetation shall be affected particularly in the
area where the structures and leisure activities are to be established. However, serious
degradation of these areas can be avoided by proper planning of the development like; avoid
putting structures within or near the areas very vulnerable to soil erosion and areas with high
density of vegetative cover. A strip along the boundaries of the resort and the foreshore area
must not be subjected to clearing but instead planting of indigenous species must be done to
enhance the vegetation for soil erosion control and greenbelt to shelter the structures during
bad weather conditions.
In as much as the area is already privately owned, enhancement of the vegetative cover of
some parts of the 12 hectares property shall be undertaken. Flowering indigenous trees shall
be used for planting to add beauty of the whole landscape. Although there is no sign of
anthropogenic pressures in the adjacent natural forest, the influx of tourists as well as the
economic opportunities to be created by the establishment of the resort may bring or entice
people to speculate in the areas nearby, thus, protection of these areas from encroachment
is necessary through collaboration with the primary stakeholders, i.e., CEZA, LGU, DENR,
DOT and the barangay.
5.6 WATER QU ALI TY
Based on the water analysis conducted, the water resource in the project site especially the
water for domestic use displays good water quality and free from water contamination.
However, the existing water system established is very limited to supply the water
requirements of the resort. In anticipation to the increase of tourists visiting the resort when it
will become operational to the amenities that will be created, the existing water system will be
simultaneously improved and expanded during the full development of the project.
Maintaining the water quality in the area requires the proper construction of the various
structures based on the plan and design standards and the ability to control and manage the
source of water pollution and contaminants during the construction and operation period.
Based on the assessment conducted, the only source of water pollution in the area will be
attributed to human activities in the resort as the ecosystems in the surrounding areas is still
intact. Proper handling of waste materials either waste water or effluents shall be the key to
prevent water contamination in the area.

6 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN
6.1 IMP ACTS M AN AG EMENT PL AN
6.1.1 Pre-Construction Phase
Pre-construction phase involves the preparation of documentary requirements needed for the
construction of the project. This includes securing the desired permits, clearances and
endorsements, approval of the required plans and public consultations to the various
stakeholders particularly the local communities who are directly affected to the establishment
of the project.
6.1.1.1 People
6.1.1.1.1 Potential Impacts
There is minimal direct impact to human population of the resort because the area to be
developed is uninhabited and the nearest communities is bit a distant to the project site. The
main impact, however, will be on the beach forest vegetation, which will be cleared to give
way to access roads, and resort structures. The flora and fauna present in the area will be
affected during the construction phase due to the frequent movement of construction workers
within the property especially there will be clearings to be conducted in the portion of the 12-
hectare development site and access road. The marine environment will also be affected by
erosion and siltation during the construction phase. Access to beach and use of the adjacent
waters for fishing and gleaning will also be potential issues.
6.1.1.1.2 Mitigation Measures
The resort operation capitalizes on its pristine surroundings as its most important magnet, it
is therefore imperative that it will maintain the naturalness of the area. Easements as required
by law on properties adjacent to forest (30 m) should be strictly followed while that of the sea,
by 40 m. Important habitats and unique vegetation and species within the property must be
preserved, which could also be an additional attraction for the resort. Re-vegetation of cleared
area must also be carried out. Important beach forest which harbors wildlife species should
be provided a corridor (a narrow strip of vegetation) for the unhampered migration diurnal
migration of wildlife.
6.1.1.2 Construction Phase
This phase involves the actual construction of the various structures in the 12-hectare
development site and in some eco-tourist spots in adjacent areas for the development of and
other support facilities needed during the operation of the project.
Environmental component that likely to have small effect are: geology/geomorphology,

pedology/soil due to the excavations for the foundation of the structures to be constructed
including the access road and other resort facilities.
6.1.1.3 Geology/Geomorphology
 In terms of the change in landform, the effects of construction activities will include
geological instability, disturbance, modification in landform and soil erosion that stems
from the breakage and movement of earth materials in the construction site.

 Areas where excavation will be conducted will induce erosion and siltation to the
downstream areas.
In general, the proper control to cushion the impact of the various activities on geomorphology
is to follow strictly prescribed standards for constructing the resort. Specific prescriptions are
to be followed such as:
 Adhere to the plan and structural designs prepared for the project;
 Earth excavations must be done if possible during summer period;
 Avoid earth movement works during rainy season;
 Stockpile extra soil excavated in a properly identified area particularly on areas not
reached by flash floods; and
6.1.1.4 Pedology/Soil
There will be excavations to be conducted in the construction site particularly the foundations
of the resort structures/buildings and development of access road. Soil erosion and the
eventual siltation in downstream areas is expected to happen especially when construction is
not done with proper timing. Excavations should be timed during the dry season if possible to
avoid excessive soil erosion and siltation of nearby sea especially when the soil is newly
excavated.
The proper handling and stockpiling of soils excavated during the construction phase will
contribute significantly in controlling soil erosion that impact coastal areas. The following are
the specific interventions to reduce the impact of soil movement:
 Construction of proper soil erosion control measures;

 Excavation shall be done according to the plan, structural designs and standards;
 Rehabilitation of the areas affected through re-vegetation of the degraded and highly
degradable areas;
 Proper maintenance and regular inspection of erosion control structures;
 Proper training of maintenance staff; and
 Provision of necessary equipment for maintenance and protection.
6.1.1.5 Terrestrial Ecology
The major potential impact of the project on terrestrial ecology is the loss of vegetation
attributed by the clearing needed for the construction of the different structures. Clearing may
affect some important habitats of biological resources.
The loss of terrestrial vegetation may affect the ecology in the project site and adjacent forest
if done inappropriately. In order to maintain the integrity of the ecosystem and its functions,
specific measures to contain the problem are as follows:

 Provision of a corridor or a narrow strip of vegetation for wildlife access to beach forest.
 Rehabilitation of degraded areas by planting trees of native species of trees;
 Strict implementation easement requirements.
6.1.1.6 Water Quality
The possible effect on nearby water bodies can be due to siltation and surface runoff during
the wet season, which peaks during stormy weather. The clearing, grading and improvement
of unpaved access road over portions of the project site, and the land preparation for the
construction of the resort structures and facilities are the main sources of silt. Increased soil
erosion that makes the water murky and cause heavy sedimentation during the wet season
will affect marine life- their life cycle, photosynthesis, thus lower productivity. Murky water
blocks the penetration of light depriving benthic organisms of light necessary for
photosynthesis. Protracted exposure to such condition will weakened the organisms making
them more susceptible to diseases.
Improper handling of waste materials, for example used oil, grease, solid waste, etc., may
contaminate the water bodies. It has also the similar effect to siltation as to light attenuation,
however, oil slicks may have other deleterious effects such as they can directly poison marine
organisms. Harmful chemicals may also be bio-accumulated and magnified up the food chain,
which will eventually end up in humans at harmful amount through the consumption of top
predator fish.
To ensure that the project will have the barest negative impact on water quality, the following
measures must be done:
 Maintain appropriate distance of stockpiling waste materials from water bodies. Waste
materials increase the vulnerability of water bodies and spring water to toxic elements;
 Avoid working during wet and rainy days;
 Proper maintenance and regular inspection of vehicles and construction equipment;
 Conduct refueling and maintenance in designated area;
 Maintenance of a supply of spill control materials (absorbent materials, absorbent
booms, etc.) at locations where construction equipment is maintained and used;
 Proper training of workers for spill prevention and containment;
 Provide suitable equipment, facilities and precautions to eliminate discharge of any
contaminant to the environment;
 Provide oil and grease traps/separators; and
 Collect used oils in containers for proper disposal.
6.1.1.7 Marine Ecology
The impact of the project to marine ecology could come from siltation during the construction
phase and from waste water effluents during the operation phase. Effluents will result in high
nutrient load in the cove. It can trigger unwanted algal blooms, which can affect the general
marine ecology of the area. Heavy siltation will also affect overall productivity by depriving
marine organism of light. However, this will also be dependent on residence time, that is, if the
nearby water entrains the silts rather than disperse them right away. The characteristics of the
site, in which it is a cove, entrainment is possible in eddies and gyres right in front of the

proposed resort itself. This will result longer retention of waste water and increase utilization
by marine organisms. When condition is right, particularly during the summer months when
most organisms will have a summer bloom, blooms will result in massive die off. Decomposing
marine debris will result in increased biological demand for oxygen and may result in massive
fish kills. A situation similar to Boracay, where a bloom of the algae Enteromorpha sp. is
possible if nutrient load will be unchecked.
During the typhoon season, however, the increased water turbulence is a plus point as it will
flush out silts and nutrients from the cove. Exposure to high energy waves during the north
east monsoon will clear benthic organisms of silt that may lodge on them, thus smothering by
silt will not be an issue. The impact of effluents may also be dependent on the same factors
just mentioned. Dispersal by strong currents and high-energy waves in the area will result in
lower impact to marine organisms of any effluents coming from the resort during the exposed
months. Nonetheless, as silt and waste water effluents may be transported to areas
downstream, as the predominant along shore current is going south (e.g., Kuroshio counter
current), still there is a need to minimize dumping of untreated waste water directly into the
sea without passing through a water treatment facility.
 Implementation of appropriate soil erosion measures both in the project site and the
adjacent area;
 Proper disposal/storage of excavated soil materials from the working areas and
irrigation canals and ditches;
 Restoration of highly erodible areas through the installation of engineering and
vegetative engineering control measures;
6.1.1.8 Air and Noise Quality
The only possible source of air pollution in the area is the dust to be produced by the hauling
trucks during the construction of the project. Smoke from the diesel engines of heavy
equipment will also cause some air pollution in the area but the effect is only minimal. This is
also temporary, since it will only occur during the construction of the project.
Although air pollution is seen to be minimal, it is important that measure to control the sources
is necessary. The specific interventions are as follows:
 Properly cover haulage truck to control the dust during transport of construction
materials;
 Provision of dust respirators to equipment operators who are regularly exposed to dust;
 Maintain heavy equipment in good working condition to maximize fuel efficiency;
 Exhaust fume from the mobile equipment engines will be managed through the use of
low sulfur fuel where possible;

6.1.1.9 Socio-Economic Environment
The location of the proposed resort is far from habited areas therefore its direct negative
impact to people will be minimal. Access to fishing ground and use of the intertidal area for
gleaning as well as the beach area for navigation/access are potential issues.
The following are the measures to be implemented to reduce the impact to peoples’ socio-
economic undertakings:
 Provide easements as required by the Water Code of the Philippines;

 Prioritize hiring of local communities including the fisher folks for resort related
operations;
 Provision of technical assistance for health care and economic endeavors of local
communities;
 Support the establishment of health related structures and medical facilities to the
communities around the project; and
 All staff and construction workers must follow established norms and conduct while
they are in the project site.
6.1.2 Operation Phase
6.1.2.1 Pedology and Land Use
One of the perceive scenario to happen during the operation phase is the inability to
rehabilitate the critical areas left unattended during the construction phase. Although the
change of geomorphological features in some areas of the project site is minimal, the
management office must seriously undertake measures to eliminate the threats of siltation.
Granting that the project has small effect on landform except in the construction site itself, it
is important to cover the sources of impacts through the following interventions:
 Restore the areas where excavations will be conducted to return the impaired
ecological functions back to normal;
 Assign personnel to do routine maintenance of the areas planted with trees and other
vegetative cover to ensure good survival of the plants;
 Provision of adequate drainage system to prevent soil erosion;
 Identify and delineate areas for the establishment of landfill to properly manage solid
waste materials;
 Prepare solid waste management plan of the identified landfill;
 Strictly follow the development plan;
 Conduct earth movement works in critical areas only during dry season.

The potential impact on terrestrial ecology during operation phase is the loss of vegetation or
fragmentation thereof during the construction phase. This will adversely impact wildlife
frequenting the area especially in the existing beach forest. The presence of the resort will
also impact wildlife of the surrounding forest.
 Strict implementation of easement requirement for properties adjacent to forests,

e.g., 40 m;
 Conduct tree planting activities to restore degraded areas;
 Provide/maintain corridors to beach forest for the unhampered movement of wildlife
to and from the adjacent forest;
 Regulate guest access to forest and other biodiversity important areas;
 Avoid introduction of potentially invasive species of plants;
 Strictly no feeding of wildlife policy.
6.1.2.3 Water Quality
The potential impacts of the project on water quality during the operation phase will be the
inability to protect the watershed, which is the main source of water. The deterioration of the
nearby watershed as a result of anthropogenic activities will affect the water quality going into
the resort. Soil erosion due to uncontrolled farming activities within the watershed will produce
murky water during rainy season.
The most potent source of water contamination during the operation period will be the inability
to properly manage solid waste materials and other effluents. In the project site, there must
be an effort to rehabilitate the areas critical to soil erosion.
 Establishment of sediment collection pond to avoid the heavy siltation of the river
systems;
 Establish proper storage area for used oil, greases, and other effluents to avoid the
possibility of spilling contaminants to the river systems;
 Construction of waste water material treatment and solid waste materials recovery
facility to process the biodegradable waste materials into organic fertilizer;
 Strictly enforce the implementation of RA 9003;
 Establishment of erosion control interventions in critical and highly erodible areas;
and
 Provide suitable equipment and facilities to avoid discharge of any contaminants to
water bodies.

6.1.2.4 Marine Ecology
The impact of the project to marine ecology could come from residual silt from the construction
phase and from waste water effluents that will contribute to high nutrient load during the
operation phase.
Heavy siltation will affect overall productivity of the nearby water. As highlighted earlier, this
will also be dependent on residence time, that is, if the nearby body of water will entrain the
silts rather than disperse them right away. The characteristics of the site, which is a wide-
mouthed embayment, it has the potential to retain nutrient loaded waste water effluents during
the calmer months. Long residence time will not be an issue, however, during the exposed
months due to high water movement and turbulence. High nutrient load will result in algal
bloom or proliferation of certain opportunistic species which will alter the ecology of the place.
6.1.2.4.2 Mitigation Measures:
To cushion the impact of potential threat from the above sources, the following intervention
should be instituted:
 Establishment of appropriate soil erosion control measures in critical areas;

 Proper management and disposal of spoils and solid waste materials;
 Installation of wastewater treatment plant.
6.1.2.5 Air Quality
The occurrence of air pollution during the operation phase is expected to be minimal than
during the construction phase as the only source of air pollution is the dust and smokes
produced by heavy equipment.
The proper implementation of the following interventions will eliminate the occurrence of air
pollution in the area:
 Strict enforcement of policies and ordinances that protect the ecosystems;

 Exhaust fumes from mobile equipment engines will be managed through the use of
low sulfur fuel where possible;
 Restore impaired areas by planting indigenous trees;
 Do not use fuel wood for cooking and strictly no burning of plant debris.
6.1.2.6 Socio-Economic Conditions
Some of the local communities living around the project sites depend largely on various
farming activities and fishing for their livelihood. The entry of outsiders in the area as a result
of employment opportunities in the resort will be tremendous. This may intensify slash and
burn farming in surrounding forest area and may encourage permanent settlement for resort
staff and other enterprising individuals, e.g., establishment of sari-sari stores. Limited access
to fishing grounds and common beach area is also a potential issue.

The following are the measures to be implemented to reduce impact to the local residents:
 Provide the proper technology and interventions to increase the productivity level of
the residents in order not to be influenced to sell their properties;
 Pay all tariff and taxes imposed by the local communities to increase the support for
social services;
 Provision of technical assistance for health care and economic endeavors; and
 Assistance for the establishment of health related structures and medical supplies of
communities around the project;
 Prioritize hiring of local residents;
 Provide easements in the beach area and allow unregulated access to fishing ground
on the adjacent marine area.
6.1.3 Abandonment Activities
6.1.3.1 Geology/Geomophology
Modification of landscape in the project site is expected due to excavation to give way to the
resort structures and facilities.
 Refilling of excavated areas; and

 Removal and dismantling of unnecessary structures.
 Land use change caused by the construction of the project;

 Degraded areas due to construction and source of earth fill and gravel and sand; and
 Establishment of structures used during construction phase;
 Movement of wildlife to and from the beach forest.
 Restoration of the deteriorated area by planting endemic species of trees;

 Declaration of special habitat of those areas hosting endemic species of flora and
fauna especially those with threatened status in the IUCN red list; and
 Strict enforcement of the polices to protect encroachment in forest areas;
 Provision of wildlife corridor.
6.1.3.3 Socio-Economic Environment
 Occurrence of health related disease caused during the construction phase due to
exposure to the hazardous chemicals used; and
 Temporary loss of direct employment after the completion of the project.

 Priority will be given to those affected families when hiring for the jobs that will be
created by the project, according to the workers’ skills; and
 Provision of health services to the local communities.
6.2 SOCI AL DEVELO PMENT FR AM EWORK
A Social Development Plan (SDP) is designed to attain a sustained improvement of the living
conditions of the project’s host communities. This can be done by formulating strategic actions
that will help to create livelihood options to make the local communities self-reliant using local
resources. A self-reliant community is capable of developing, implementing and managing
local resources to create economic activities that will increase disposable income of the
families.
The activities identified herein are based on the analysis of validated primary data generated
during the course of the EAI assessment. Many of the issues and concerns that surfaced
during community consultations were essential in crafting social interventions.
The SDP for this project is designed to address many issues and concerns raised by the local
community based on their social, cultural, and economic development status. The SDP will be
an integral part of the overall plan to implement the project.
Significant positive variables such as opportunities for employment in the resort or to be

engaged tourism ancillary activities, fishing activities and other economic activities and
improvement of economic and environmental services were found to be the major factors of
high acceptability by the local communities.
In terms of manpower that can participate in the development of the project, skills
enhancement programs for local residents engaged in the service sector shall be continuous
to improve the employability of the local residents. These trainings shall be spearheaded by
the resort itself in collaboration with the local government unit.
The participation of local residents in project planning is crucial to ensure effective

implementation of livelihood program to be created. Women participation in all the livelihood
programs is a very important aspect that must be taken into account to be sure that both men
and women become equally productive in every socio-economic endeavor.
Table 6.1 Proposed Social Development Plan

COMPONENTS OBJECTIVES ACTIVITIES TARGET RESPONSIBLE TIME
BENEFICIARIES PARTIES FRAME
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE COMPONENT
Priority hiring of Provision of  inventory of skills Skilled and non- Proponent, Construction
Local Residents job and manpower skilled residents LGU, Project phase
during the opportunities available in the of San Vicente Contactor,
construction to qualified project area Barangay
and operation residents in Council
phase the project
site
Skills training Provide skills  training needs Skilled and LGU, Project Pre-
for local training assessment unskilled Contractor, construction
residents opportunities  network/coordinate residents of the Proponent, phase
to qualified with local trainings project covered Barangay
residents barangays Officials,

institution/ concerned
organizations government
 preparation of agencies
training modules
Livelihood Provision of  identification of Local resident of LGU, Project

development economic possible livelihood San Vicente Contractor, operations
program options/ projects Proponent, phase
livelihood to  project Barangay
augment development and Official sand
family income planning with the DENR
local communities
 organization and
training of project
beneficiaries on
identified
livelihood
 finalization and
implementation of
proposed
livelihood projects
 Technical
assistance to
secure funding for
livelihood project
 monitoring and
assessment of
project
implemented
HEALTH ASSISTANCE COMPONENT

Health and Contribute to  conduct of medical Women and LGU-MHO, All
medical the over-all and dental children in Proponent, phases/Post
services improvement missions covered Barangay ECC
of health  provide assistance barangays Health
conditions in to community- Workers,
the project initiated nutrition Barangay
site improvement Nutrition
(emphasis be program Scholar,
given to Municipal
children’s Health Office,
health) Health focused-
NGOs with
health
programs
ENVIRONMENT AWARENESS COMPONENT

EIC on Provide  develop and Youth groups, LGU, All phases of
environment essential implement local Proponent, project
protection, knowledge on effective IEC officials/leaders DENR and development
conservation environmental program on NGOs
and protection, environment- operating in the
management conservation related issues and area
concerns

and  Support the

management formation of a
community-based
environment
protection and
monitoring group
EIC on disaster Provide  develop and Youth groups LGU, Same as

reduction and essential implement and local Proponent, above
risk knowledge, effective IEC officials/leaders DENR and
management skills on program to cover NGOs
and climate disaster disaster risk operating in the
change reduction and reduction and area
risk climate change
management adaptation and
including mitigation
climate  Support the
change formation of
mitigation community-based
practices IEC brigade to
conduct local IEC
activities
SOCIO-CULTURAL ENHANCEMENT COMPONENT

Socio-Cultural Contribute to  actively participate Impact areas, LGU, Same as
Enhancement the in community- youth groups, Proponent, above
Assistance development initiated activities local DENR local
of socio- that promote officials/leaders councils
cultural socio-cultural
dimension development
including the  provide assistance
IPs to community-
temporarily initiated projects
roaming in and activities
the project
site for
livelihood
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE COMPONENT
Scholarship Help to  selection of new Indigent families LGU, Same as
program for ensure better sets of scholars to in the project Proponent, above
poor and future for be included in the area Project
deserving deserving program contractor and
students local  provision of local councils
residents financial and
through material support
provision of
educational
assistance
and other
related
opportunities

The SDP must incorporate health assistance and environmental awareness with the aim of
contributing to the improvement of overall health condition of the local communities especially
the situation of children and the most vulnerable groups.
It is important that the SDP program shall be incorporated to the LGU annual investment
program in order to take advantage of government resources aimed at addressing social and
economic concerns for more productive local population. The SDP must be implemented
collaboratively with other major stakeholders such as the LGU, DENR, CEZA, and civic groups
to optimize available resources of the different players that can provide support to the
implementation of the project.
6.3 EMERGENCY RESPONSE POLI CY AND GENERIC GUIDELINES
The policy and generic guidelines are to be consistent with the relevant agencies’ policies,
standards and requirements to be complied in relation to the ECC issued. Many emergencies
may occur at any time especially those beyond the control of humans. Although, the operation
can be classified low intensity, it is important to establish emergency response plan as a
proactive move to cushion the impact of disaster that may happen within the project at any
time that will affect guests. When an emergency preparedness plan is well designed, properly
implemented and periodically reviewed it can easily valuate the amount of damages.
6.3.1 Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
An Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is necessary to quickly respond to the needs of

damaged areas to cushion the gravity of damages. For this project, the proponent should be
equipped with the procedures and courses of action that should be followed in the case of
emergencies. Training for all concerned implementers of emergency response is a must for
them to do their actions based on their defined roles and responsibilities.
The plan identifies responsible groups/individuals to take action immediately upon discovery
of an emergency. The function of each personnel is well defined so as not to create
complications when responding to emergencies.
6.3.1.1 Element of Emergency Response Plan
6.3.1.1.1 Safety Management Policy
In considering potential emergencies, the following will be addressed:
 Multiple exits and signage;

 Communication systems and locating persons who are in the workplace;
 Ability to provide continuous or ongoing rescue operations (for days);
 Measures for isolating an area with an emergency;
 The role and responsibilities in carrying out and coordinating emergency action;
 The training, maintenance and testing required to ensure the plan is operational;
 Transport and specialized equipment needed to address potential scenarios;
 Ensuring all personnel can understand their functions and the requisites in providing
material for emergency purposes;
 Conduct of emergency drills in the project site; and
 The location of services, equipment and personnel to minimized impacts for any
emergency.
Emergency equipment, exit signs, alarm systems will be inspected, protective gadgets are
tested and maintained at regular intervals. The suitability, location, and accessibility of

emergency equipment will be assessed by competent persons. Emergency procedures will

be tested at least annually, including being rehearsed and reviewed in conjunction with the
local emergency services.
6.3.1.1.2 Emergency Response Organizations
The head of the project/manager is responsible for developing the ERP and designated as
Environmental Safety Officer, which shall act as an Emergency Response Plan Coordinator
(ERPC) in the project. This person should have managerial and operational skills in order to
get the full support of the people around him including the local communities.
The immediate institutions to respond to any emergencies are the following:
 PNP, local Police

 MHO for Medical Services
 Local Government Unit Officials, Including Barangays
 DepEd local districts
 National Government (i.e. DENR, Department of Health, National Disaster Coordinating
Council (NDCC)
 LGUs (barangay and municipal)
 DSWD
 Barangays leaders and health workers
 Local civic organizations
6.4 AB ANDO NMENT/DECOMMISSIONING/REH ABILI TATION POLICY

AND G ENERIC GUI DELI NES
The construction of the project is expected to be completed in one year and the resort is
expected to last for several years except if the structures will be destroyed or damaged by
disasters or economic reality makes it more prudent to discontinue its operation. The
temporary shelter/bunkhouse including its waste disposal area during the construction period
shall be demolished immediately when the project construction is finished.
6.4.1 Description of the Abandonment Activities
Upon completion of construction, the temporary shelter/bunkhouse shall be demolished and

restoration of the ecosystems in the area begins. All the materials left unused shall be brought
to the warehouse/storage area for proper management and use especially the materials that
can still be recycled and those that are hazardous.
Solid waste materials produced shall be cleaned up and brought to the waste disposal facility
for proper segregation and recycling. As a pre-condition to the contractor and project workers,
as much as possible solid waste materials shall not be burned but instead the biodegradables
shall be used to produce organic fertilizer.
As part of the abandonment plan (Table 6.2), the surrounding areas with signs of degradation
as a result of the construction of the project shall be planted with various species of trees. This
is to stabilize the area especially the places where excavations are to be done.
Table 6.2 Proponents' Abandonment Plan

Activity Estimated Cost
After the Construction phase
1. Dismantling of temporary structures 200,000.00

2. Hauling of construction materials, etc. from the demolished

structure to the Management Office storage area 100,000.00
3. Rehabilitation of areas that needs the restoration of the 100,000.00
ecosystems
4. Installation of bank soil stabilization structures in critical 100,000.00
areas
5. Annual maintenance of waste water and solid waste 500.000.00
disposal facility
Total 1, 000,000.00
6.4.2 Generic guidelines
Critical ecosystems in the project site must not be compromised at all times by following
interventions:
 Species of trees to be planted in restoring the ecosystems including the areas where
greenbelts shall be established must be indigenous species;
 Necessary soil stabilization measures must be established in critical areas; and
 Initial cost of ecosystem restoration shall be drawn from the cost of the project,
however, the maintenance and restoration of the ecosystems should be incorporated
in the resort operation cost.
6.5 ENVI RONMENTAL MONITORI NG PL AN
The purpose of Environmental Management Plan (EMP) is to ensure that environmental

issues and impacts are mitigated. This is to achieve the overall goal of economic development
without compromising the integrity of the environment. The EMP will provide the interventions
to ensure compliance of prescriptions and standards in establishing the project.
6.5.1 Self-Monitoring Plan
Table 6.3 Self-Monitoring Plan Matrix

KEY POTENTIAL PARAMETER SAMPLING LEAD ANNUAL EQPL
ENVIRONMENT IMPACT TO BE AND PERSON ESTIMAT MANAGEME
AL ASPECT MONITORED MEASURE- ED COST NT SCHEME
MENT
PLAN
PRE CONSTRUCTION PHASE
 Preparation People Proponent Included
and  Skepticism in the
acquisition of and project
permits and apprehension cost
clearances of affected
communities
 Proper and fisher
identification folks on the
and provision environmental
of benefits and social
impacts of the
project due to
lack or little
information
and

knowledge on
the benefits
from the
project
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
Earthworks, Land Proponent Included
construction  Change in in the
activities and surface project
movements of landform cost
heavy
equipment
Land Proponent/ Included
 Accelerated Contractor in the
soil erosion project
and siltation cost

 Contamination contractor in the
of soil from project
fuel/spills cost

 Soil/land Contractor in the
contamination project
due to cost
improper solid
waste disposal
Air Pollutant Contractor Included

 Increased increases in the
concentrations  SOX project
of air pollutant  NOX cost
due to  CO
frequent  PM10
vehicle  TSP
movement
during
construction
works
Air Contractor Included

 Greenhouse in the
gases (GHG) project
and particulate cost
emissions will
be generated
from heavy
equipment and
light duty
vehicle
exhausts

during
construction
Noise: Sources of Contractor/ Included

 Increased noise: Operators in the
noise levels  Vehicle project
due to hauling engines cost
trucks and  Constructio
excavation n and
equipment excavation
works
 Mobile
equipment
Land Clearing, Loss of Proponent/ Included

Grading and vegetation cover Contractor in the
Earthmoving due to: project
operations  Disturbance of cost.
native fauna
species.
 Change
(modification
and
destruction) of
terrestrial
habitats.
 Impending
loss of plant
associated
fauna
Terrestrial Proponent/ Included

Ecology: Contractor in the
 Displacement project
of flora and cost.
fauna
Water Quality  Heavy Proponent/ Included

 The effect on metals Contractor in the
water quality  pH project
due to surface  Dissolved cost.
water runoff oxygen
and waste (DO)
water disposal  Specific
conductivit
Water Quality y Equipment Included
 The effect on  Metals Operator in the
water quality  Total project
due to nitrates cost
contamination  Total
of water chlorides
bodies

Water Quality  Chemical Proponent Included

 The effect on oxygen in the
water quality demand project
due to sewage (COD) cost
generation  Coliform
count
Freshwater  Hardness Proponent Included
Ecology: in the
 Contamination project
of freshwater cost
due to spillage
of waste water
and solid
waste
materials
People Socio-economic Proponent Included

Environment  Effects on in the
livelihood project
cause
Socio-economic Proponent Included
 Generation of in the
employment project
and influx of cost
migrants
Socio-economic Proponent Tax

 Increase rates
social services applies
and business
opportunities

 Occupational in the
health hazards project
to workers cost

 Occurrence of in the
sickness and project
diseases cost
caused by the
project
OPERATION PHASE
Daily operation Land Proponent To be
 Change in included
landscape to the
form. PMO
annual
budget

Land Proponent To be
 Accelerated include
soil erosion in the
and siltation project
cost
Land Proponent To be
 Soil included
contamination in PMO
may occur annual
from spill, budget
waste
materials and
chemicals and
improper
disposal of
domestic
wastes
Loss of Proponent To be
vegetation included
cover: in the
 Disturbance of PMO
native fauna annual
species budget
 Impending
loss of
important
habitats and
their
associated
species
Water  Heavy Proponent To be

 Water metals included
contamination  pH in the
due to heavy  Dissolved PMO
siltation, oxygen annual
surface runoff (DO) budget
and  Specific
unmanaged conductivit
solid waste y
materials  Metals
 Total
Water nitrates Equipment To be
 The effect on  Total Operator included
water quality chlorides in the
due to spillage  Chemical PMO
of oil, grease oxygen annual
and waste demand budget
material (COD)
 Coliform
Water count Proponent To be
 Sedimentation  Hardness included
of water in the

bodies from PMO

the excavation annual
of foundations budget
and resort
facilities
(swimming
pool, etc.)
Water Proponent Included

 The effect on in the
water quality project
due to cost
contamination
brought about
by oil spills
and other
effluents
Marine Ecology: Proponent To be

 Contamination included
of seawater in the
and risk to annual
marine life budget
Air Pollutant Proponent To be

Effect on air increases included
quality due to  SOX in the
pollution from  NOX PMO
construction  CO annual
activities:  PM10 budget
 Dust  TSP
generated by
hauling
vehicles
 Soil salvage
and
replacement
activities;
 Wind erosion
and exposed
overburden
and soil
surfaces
Air Contractor To be
Greenhouse gas included
emission in the
generated from PMO
the following: annual
 Fuel (diesel) budget
use in heavy
equipment and
light vehicles;

 Engine
exhausts from
heavy
equipment and
light duty
vehicles.
 Land clearing
Noise: Proponent To be
 Noise included
generation in the
associated PMO
with the annual
operational budget
activities
Development Proponent/ To be
Impact (People): contractor include
 Influx of in the
migrant and PMO
generation of annual
employment. budget
 Increased
business
opportunities.
 Increased
local
government
revenue
Safety (People): Proponent To be

 Possible included
sickness and in the
diseases from PMO
workers and annual
from the budget
adjacent
community as
caused by the
project
Health (People): Proponent To be

 Occupational included
Hazards in the
PMO
annual
budget
ABANDONMENT PHASE
De- Land Proponent/ To be
commission Modification of contractor included
and closure topography in in the
activities the project area. PMO

 Removal and annual

dismantling of budget
all materials
used in the
various
infrastructures.
Terrestrial Proponent To be
Ecology (Land): include
 Return of soil in the
materials back PMO
to the areas annual
excavated. budget
 Development
of restored
borders of the
project site to
effect to site
and soil
improvement.
 Ecosystems
restoration
People Proponent To be
 Temporary include
economic in the
dislocation PMO
annual
budget
Health (People): Proponent To be

 Occurrence of included
sickness and in the
diseases from PMO
workers and annual
from the budget
adjacent
communities
6.5.2 Environmental Monitoring Fund (EMF)
The Environmental Monitoring Fund (EMF) is the amount of money that the proponent shall
commit to establish in support for the implementation of the monitoring plan. This is to comply
with the stipulated provisions of the ECC issued for the project. Monitoring is necessary to
track compliance of the proponent to the stipulated provisions of the ECC issued for the
project. The EMF will be established as agreed upon and specified in the MOA between
DENR-EMB and the proponent. The fund shall handle the following monitoring activities:
 Cost of transportation, board and lodging

 Meetings and rental relevant to monitoring works
 Documentation (photo, video, etc.)
 Sampling, shipment or transport of samples including laboratory analysis

 Training of the monitoring team

 Preparation of monitoring reports and distribution; and
 Public information campaign/dissemination on the results of monitoring activities
6.6 INSTI TUTION AL PLAN FOR EMP IMPLEMENTATION
The institutional plan to implement the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) of this project
is described in the organizational structure below (Fig. 6.1). The main responsible entity to
the overall implementation is Balai Cagayano Incorporated with the support of relevant
government institutions.
Figure 6.1 Organizational Chart of Balai Cagayano Incorporated

It is important to highlight in the implementation of the EMP that a Safety Operation Officer
shall be engaged both at the construction phase and operation phase of the project. The most
rigid period that need the services of the Safety Operation Officer is during the construction
period as heavy works shall be done during this period, thus, the Project Contractor (Private
Company) must ensure to hire an expert on safety operations to implement the safety
mechanism stipulated in the EMP. During the operation phase Proponent will lead the
implementation of the EMP, therefore, Proponent must see to it that one of the regular
employee to be engaged shall have expertise on safety operations to avoid the occurrence of
accidents at all times in the project.

REFERENCES
1. Initial Environmental Assessment Report

2. BSWM reports
3. Philippine Statistics Authority 2015 report
4. PAGASA reports
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2000. A guide to the birds of the Philippines. Oxford University Press Inc. New York.
Tan, J.M.L. 2000. The Last great Forest: Luzon’s Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park.
Bookmark, Makati City.
7. Wild Bird Club of the Philippines. 2016. Checklist of Birds of the Philippines.
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13. Philippine Native Trees 202. Up Close and Personal. 2015
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15. Philippine Overview of Freshwater Fish Fauna. 2000. Fish base
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Attachment 1. Minutes of Technical review Meeting
EIA Technical Review

POZOROBO AND ANGUIB BEACH CLUB
September 4 2018
EMB region 02
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
The Technical Review for the Pozo Robo Beach Club and Anguib Beach Club was
conducted at the Office of the Permitting division, EMB Regional Office 02 on
September 4, 2018. It was attended by the members of the Technical Review
Committee, the representative from the proponent-Balai Cagayano Incorporated and
the EDASS-EIA Consultants.
The proposed Pozo Robo Beach Club and Anguib Beach Club was presented. Based
from the presentation, Technical Review Committee resolved that there should be a
separate EIA for the two projects, however, the review of said projects can be done
back to back since the proponent of both projects is the same entity. The result of the
discussion during the EIA Technical Review is presented in the table below.
EIARC’S KEY CONCERNS PROPONENT’S EIARC’S EVALUATION OF

RESPONSE RESPONSE
Project impact to fishing Continued, uninterrupted,
ground access to fishing grounds by
local fisher folks shall be
allowed including gleaning for
shells in front of the beach
property.
Project’s impact to biological Flora and fauna inventory

resources including form part of the EIA study.
possibility of loss of habitat Result of the study will
provide important information
for a science-based decision
making process in the
management of the resort.
The strongest draw of the
result is the maintenance of
the pristine environmental
condition surrounding the
resort, thus, the resort shall
help maintain the integrity of
the surrounding forest and
conservation of the flora and
fauna therein.
During rainy season, the Continuous re-vegetation

resort may contribute to and erosion control shall be
siltation of nearby waters thus integral part of the resort
affecting fish catch and operation.
biological productivity

Air pollution and increase in Air and noise pollution are

noise expected only during the
construction phase and will
be coming from the operation
of heavy equipment and the
hauling of materials and
possible use of dynamite in
tunnel construction. As a
mitigating measure, all
vehicles will be regularly
inspected and always kept in
good condition. Trucks
hauling aggregate materials
should be covered during
transport and roads passing
through residential areas
should be regularly sprayed
with water to reduce dust.
Change in the local climate IEC activities will be
conducted regularly to
communicate the effect of a
changing climate and to
educate communities on how
to become more resilient to it.
Livelihood and employment Local residents will be given

priority in the recruitment for
the labor needed, provided
they are qualified and have
the needed skills.
Facilitate accessing
community livelihood project
from the different government
agencies and funding donors.
Lack of collaboration Continuous dialogue and

between the proponent and coordination to the local
local stakeholders (barangay stakeholders shall be
and municipal LGUs) undertaken regularly

ATTACHMENT 2. INFORMATION AND EDUCATION CAMPAIGN

INFORMATION AND EDUCATION CAMPAIGN
FOR THE PROPOSED POZO ROBO BEACH CLUB AND ANGUIB BEACH CLUB
An information and Education Campaign (IEC) was conducted at the Barangay Hall of
San Vicente, Sta. Ana, Cagayan with regards to the Pozo Robo Beach Club and the
Anguib Beach Club of the Balai Cagayano Inc. on September 12, 2018 This was a
result of a prior coordination with the Municipal Mayor of the Municipality of Sta. Ana
and the Barangay Captain of San Vicente, Cagayan, see attached copy of letters sent
to the Municipal Mayor of Sta. Ana (attachment a) and the barangay captain of San
Vicente, Sta. Ana Cagayan (attachment b). The activity was attended by barangay
officials and residents of San Vicente, Santa Ana Cagayan including representative
from the local DENR specifically CENRO Aparri who has jurisdiction over the area.
The activity was done in compliance to the requirement as stipulated in the DENR
Administrative Order No. 2017-15 specifically on the Guidelines on Public Participation
under the Philippine Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) System. It is done with the
aim of informing the public of the proposed project and gathering relevant baseline
data/information, issues and concerns that should be included in the EIA especially
from the residents and local officials and gather information on the needs of the
vulnerable, disadvantaged and gender concerns.
a. Focus group discussion

A focus group discussion was done with the barangay officials headed by Barangay
Captain Eduardo A. Palor, see attendance sheet and photo (attachments c and d).
During the FGD, the project was first introduce to the officials stating the project type
and proposed facilities to be constructed, project proponent, project location,
timeframe, the Environmental Impact Assessment its purpose and processes
(attachments E and F).
Learning that there is a need for an environmental impact assessment for some
projects to be established in a given area as discussed, the barangay captain asked
why only now that they are consulted and why is it that the area to be assessed by the
team is only the area being applied by Balai Cagayano Inc. The assessment team
were informed that there are several establishment in Nangaramoan area like sheds,
restaurants, karinderia, lodging house, cottages for rents, however, these structures
were established without the necessary tenurial instrument issued to the proponents,
thus, the suspension of the operation of the said resort. This only prove that the site is
good for tourism as the areas cited are adjacent to the proposed Pozo Robo Beach
Club and the Anguib Beach Club.
On the status of the land, they asked if the beach area is included if the development
is situated in a private or titled land. This was clarified that there is an existing policy
of the government that riparian zone are not subjected for titling. If areas proposed for
development is within the forest zone, proponent should apply for a specific tenurial
instrument or lease following existing guidelines. In the case of beaches and
foreshore, there is a corresponding tenurial instrument being issued for its use like
foreshore lease agreement.

Another concern is the need for the proponent to coordinate with the barangay officials
about their proposed project. The barangay LGU of San Vicente welcome and
supports establishment of resorts within their area of jurisdiction provided this
development are coordinated with their office and that necessary permits will be
secured. Also, since some of the fees being collected by the Municipal LGU to some
of the tourism and other establishments, there should be a system of sharing some of
the collections to the BLGU aside from the usual sharing as stipulated in the existing
guidelines.
Kagawad Reme P. Dangan shared his experiences with the Sun City regarding hiring
of personnel/labor needed as he was then employed in the Sun City that he was able
to request that locals be given priority in hiring workers/staff and it was granted. He
then suggested that this should also be the case for both Pozo Robo Beach Club and
Anguib Beach Club. After the FGD, a copy of the IEC materials “Initiatives to
Streamlining the Philippine Environmental Impact Statement System (PEISS): A Brief
Guide for LGUs” (attachment g) and Environmental Impact Statement presentation in
Ilocano and the proposed project brief were provided to the barangay through the
barangay captain.
b. Consultation meeting with barangay residents

Consultation with the barangay residents was done after the FGD with the barangay
officials, see attendance sheet and photo documentation (attachment H and I).
Presented during the consultation is the project of Balai Cagayan Inc. namely Pozo
Robo Beach Club and Anguib Beach Club to be established at the coastal area of in
the eastern portion of San Vicente, Sta. Ana, Cagayan (attachment E). The prepared
PowerPoint presentation was not projected during the discussion due to power failure,
however it was discussed lengthily in Ilocano by the Executive Director of the
Environment Alternative Solutions Services (EDASS).
Followed by the discussion of the project brief is the presentation of the EIA process
and its purpose, see attached PowerPoint presentation (attachment F). Again the topic
was lengthily discussed in Ilocano however the slides were not presented since there
is no current during the time of the consultation. After the presentation is an open
forum where residents and officials were given a chance to ask questions for
clarification about the proposed project, the EIA and its processes. Summarized below
are the comments/concerns raised:
 Aware that there are resorts in their locality, but were not consulted then, thus
they are thankful that this time with the proposed project the Pozo Robo Beach
Club and the Anguib Beach Club to be established by the Balai Cagayano Inc.
they are consulted.
 It is expected that when the subject resorts will be established and improved,
there will be more workers needed and that residents are expecting that they
will be given priority in the hiring of workers. They are aware though that hiring
will be in accordance with the needed specialization, so they are hopeful that
their children who are college graduate will be considered. Those elders whose
age ranges 50 and above do expects that they have lesser chance to be hired
but they are willing, accordingly, even for housekeeping jobs and other related

jobs that best suit them. Some, especially those businessman are expecting
that the project will have a positive effect to their business activities like increase
of clients.
 There is no concern for solid waste since accordingly the municipal LGU is
collecting waste from the resorts regularly and these waste will be brought to
the dump site. In some instances, residents do throw their biodegradable waste
in compost pit and eventually used as fertilizer when totally decomposed.
c. Key Informant Interview

A total of twenty three (23) individuals were interviewed (see attached copy of
questionnaire, attachment J) to gather specific concerns about the environment and
the proposed project of Balai Cagayano Inc. (see list of key informants attachment K).
From the 23, seven (7) were from the two sitios of San Vicente which were identified
to be the nearest residential areas to the proposed project area namely sitios Lobac
and Dalupang. One (1) of the key informant from Sitio Lobac is purok leader. Fifty six
percent (56%) or thirteen (13) individuals of the key informants are member of an
organization or group in their locality, see table below.
Table 1. Key Informant’s Membership in an Organization

Organization Number
Agkaykaysa 5
4 Ps recipient 2
Fisher folks Association 2
Senior Citizen 2
SAMABA 1
Lobac Farmers Association 1
Individual (not member to any
organization) 10
total 23
Based from the above table, five (5) of the key informants are member of Agkaykaysa,
a local organization with a purpose of damayan and pagtutulongan (sharing and
helping one another), there are two (2) informants who are recipient of the 4P program
and also two (2) belong to Senior Citizen while one (1) each for the Lobac Farmers
association and SAMABA. Of the 23 key informants, 10 do not belong to any
organization.
As to source of income, most of the key informants are farmers which constitute seven
(7) individuals followed by businessman which constitute six (6) individuals. Others
are fisherman, carpenter or construction worker and others, see table below for details
Table 2. Key Informant’s Sources of Income

Sources of Income/Livelihood Number
Farming 7
Business/buy and sell 6
Fishing 3

Carpentry/construction work 2
Pension/support from children 2
Handicraft 1
Housewife 1
Tour guiding 1
When asked if they are aware that Sta. Ana is Special Economic Zone, all of them
responded positively and stated that there are evident changes that happened in Sta.
Ana as a result of this. One of the most evident that happened to them is there are
more opportunities for employment as many business establishment were created
since then. Another is improvement of the road system which is now cemented not
like before. Transportation then takes too long from Sta. Ana to Tuguegarao and vice
versa not like at present where they say that round trip to and from Sta. Ana to
Tuguegarao City is now possible in just only 3 to 4 hours. Other changes is the
establishment of hotels, restaurants and resorts. For the local business operators, this
situation is beneficial to them since there are more visitors coming to their area, thus,
it is easier for them to sell their local products. The only setback for the residents is
that the process of rare products like lobster and crabs became more expensive that
the local communities could hardly bought for their consumption.
The disadvantages is the increase of solid waste generation which also brought about
foul odor and increase in occurrence of flies. However, the LGU is trying to solve the
situation by employing regular garbage collection in the area. Table 3 highlights the
observed changes since Sta. Ana became Special Economic Zone and establishment
of hotels, restaurants, resorts and other business establishments.
Table 3. Observed Changes since Sta. Ana became Special Economic Zone
Observed changes Number of response
Opportunity for employment 17
Improved road system 9
Source of water - pump well 5
Increased price of land 4
Increased prices in basic commodities 4
Water is still sufficient 4
Increased waste generation 3
Changed landscape 2
Increased fly occurrence 1
Foul odor due to waste 1
There are incidence of cutting mangrove 1
Given the concerns presented above, some of their suggestions/recommendations

are presented below. As shown, residents of Sta. Ana, San Vicente in particular are
looking at business establishment as an opportunity for employment. They are
however aware that hiring of employees/workers are dependent on the needs of each
establishment. See suggestions/recommendations in Table 4 below. When asked if
they like the establishment of Pozo Robo and Anguib beach Clubs all of them
responded positively however, some says that the integrity of the environment should
not be destroyed and solid waste should be well managed.

Table 4. Suggestions/recommendations to be considered in the establishment of

Pozo Robo and Anguib Beach clubs
Number of
Suggestions/Recommendations response
Locals should be considered priority if the company needs
workers 8
The environment should be well protected 3
Solid waste should be well managed 2
The project should not compromise the integrity of the
environment 2
Influx of visitors will mean more client to buy goods 2
The sitio should be shared of the revenue generated due from
the project 1
The activities should not affect us 1
Do not eject us from where we are staying 1

Attachment A. Letter to the Honorable Mayor, Sta. Ana, Cagayan

Attachment B. Letter to the Barangay Captain, San Vicente, Cagayan


Attachment C. Attendance sheet during the Focus Group discussion

Attachment D. Photo Documentation during the FGD

Attachment E. Power Point presentation about the Pozo Robo and Anguib Beach club






Attachment F. Power Point presentation on Environmental Impact Assessment




Attachment H. Attendance Sheet during the Consultation

Attachment I. Photo documentation during the consultation meeting

Attachment J. Key Informant Interview Questionnaire
Key Informant Interview Questionnaire
1. Nagan (Optional)____________________________
2. Ania ti takem mo iti lugaryo?

Maysa ka kadi nga opisyal ti barangay? ___wen ___ saan
Ania ti posisyon mo? _____________________________
Adda kadi organisasyon nga nagmyembroam? ___adda ____awan
No adda, ania daytoy?
______________________________________________________
Ania ti posisyon mo iti daytoy nga organisasyon ________________
Ania ti panggep daytoy nga organisasyon?
_________________________________
3. Ania ti pangpanggedam (source of income)? Markaam ditoy baba

___mannalon
___mangngalap
___negosyante (ania ti negosyom?
________________________________________
Dadduma pay (isurat ditoy)
________________________________________________
4. Ammom kadi nga ti Sta Ana ket nadutukan nga special economic zone? ___
wen ___ saan
No wen, ania ti nagbaliwan ti Sta. Ana sipud nadutukan daytoy nga special
economic zone/wenno annia ti banepisaryo nga nagun-od mo gapu iti CEZA?
______________________________________________
_____________________________________________
No saan, apay nga makunam daytoy?
_____________________________________________
5. Adu dagiti naipasdek nga resort, hotel ken restorant iti Sta Ana? ____ wen
____ saan
Iti panagriknam, ania ti epektona daytoy kadagiti agindeg? Markaan no dagitoy

sumaganad ket mapaspasamak, inayon met no adda pay sabali nga mapalpaliiw
yo nga epekto ti resort
___mangted panggeda
___immadu ti aggatang
___immadu ti basura
___ngimmato ti insidente ti krimen
___nadadael ti aglawlaw
___pimmintas ti aglawlaw
___immadu ken nasemento dagiti kalsada
___bimmasit ti makalap
___ngimmato ti presyo dagiti magatang
___ngimmato ti presyo ti dagdaga
___napadisi dagiti dadduma nga lumugar
___kimmirang ti supplay ti danum

6. No sika ti masaludsod, kayat mo kadi nga adda maipasdek nga resort iti lugaryo?___
wen ___saan
No wen,
apay?_____________________________________________________________
No saan,
apay?____________________________________________________________
7. No adda maipasdek nga resort, ania ti suhestyon mo
8. Adda pay sabali nga concern mo?
________________________________________________________________
.

Attachment K. List of Key Informants
NAME ADDRESS POSITION ORGANIZATION SOURCE OF INCOME

Mary Jane Trinidad Lobac, San Vicente resident Agkaykaysa farmer
Florendo Bayangos,
Jr. Lobac, San Vicente resident Agkaykaysa farmer, tricycle driver
Angelito Santiago Lobac, San Vicente resident Agkaykaysa farmer. Fisherman
Marites Ugale San Vicente resident none farmer
Lobac Farmers
George Aguirre Lobac, San Vicente resident Association farmer
Amelita Navarra Dalupang San Vcente resident Senior Citizen support from children
Leonila Costales San Vicente resident none businessman
Andres Galamgam San Vicente resident none Carpenter
Ruel Natabio San Vicente resident none Construction worker
Rodrigo Decena San Vicente resident none fisherman
Wilfredo Raco San Vicente resident none farmer
Purok farmer and construction
Horacio Natabio Lobac San Vicente leader none worker
Ruth Reminajes Dalupang San Vcente resident Agkaykaysa housewife
Remy Enriquez San Vicente resident Agkaykaysa businessman
Julie Costales San Vicente resident none businessman
Dante Ulep San Vicente resident none businessman
Rodalyn Torcelino San Vicente resident none fisherman
Rodolfo Garcia San Vicente resident senior citizen pension
Fredelita Peralta San Vicente resident SAMABA tourist guide, boatman
Maria Lourdes Tapel San Vicente resident Fisher folks association fisherman
Maria Cariaga San Vicente resident 4 Ps recipient -DSWD handicraft - shell
Novalyn Cabutin San Vicente resident 4 Ps recipient -DSWD businessman
Fe Costales Manga San Vicente resident Fisher folks association businessman

Photo documentation during the interview


ATTACHMENT 3. PUBLIC SCOPING

Minutes of the Public Scoping on the Proposed
POZO ROBO BEACH CLUB
San Vicente Gymnasium, San Vicente,
Sta. Ana, Cagayan
October 16, 2018
Introduction
The Public Scoping for the proposed Pozo Robo Beach Club and Aguib Beach Club
was subjected to Public Scoping on October 16, 2018 at the San Vicente Gymnasium,
San Vicente, Sta Ana, Cagayan. It was attended by twenty three (23) participants
representing various sectors (see attendance sheets, attachment A) who were invited
via letters sent to the different concerned offices (see sample of letters sent attachment
B) notices posted in the bulletin boards/attached to the letters sent (attachment C).
Coordination for the venue was coordinated with the Barangay Captain of San Vicente,
Sta. Ana, Cagayan for the venue.
Stakeholders invited/represented
Provincial LGU of Cagayan –provincial LGU who have jurisdiction over the areas
covered by the proposed Pozo Robo and Anguib Beach Club
Municipal LGU of Sta Ana, Cagayan – this is the municipal LGUs who have
jurisdiction over the areas covered by the proposed Pozo Robo and Anguib
Beach Club
Barangay LGU of San Vicente, Sta. Ana which has jurisdiction over the site where
the project will be established
National agencies like the Department of Environment and Natural Resources

represented by the Community Environment and Natural Resources Officer,
Aparri, Cagayan and some of the technical staff, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic
Resources and Cagayan Economic Zone Authority
Protected Area Superintendent of Palaui Island Protected Landscape and

Seascape
Department of Education represented by the supervisor specifically from Sta. Ana

Cagayan District.
Private Academic Institution specifically Saint Anthony College of Sta. Ana,

Cagayan
Municipal Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management Council
Palaui Environmental Protector’s Association (PEPA)

Sta, Ana Alliance on Social and Environmental Concern (SASEC)
Nangaramoan Environmental Protector’s Association (NEPA)

SAHARRA
Balai Cagayano Incorporated
Religious Sector both the Roman Catholic and other sect
The public Scoping proper
The public Scoping started at 10:00 in the morning with an opening prayer led by Dr.
Restituta V. Antolin from The Environment and Development Alternative Solutions
Services (EDASS) followed by the singing of the National Anthem led by Ms. Meghan
Balajadia-Orteza from DepEd. The participants were introduced by Forester Leonardo
Odon from the Environmental Management Bureau.
Dr. Restituta V. Antolin from EDASS acted as the Master of Ceremonies.
Presentations
a. The Public Scoping Overview – presented by Engr. Jay Gammad, from EMB
Regional Office Region 02, see attached copy of PowerPoint presentation
b. Rules of the Public Scoping – discussed by Leonardo Odon of EMB Regional

Office Region 02. He discussed the flow of the public scoping. He encouraged
the audience to actively participate and present their issues and concerns
during the open forum portion.
c. Project presentation – the Pozo Robo and Beach Club project was presented
by the Executive Director of Environment and Development Alternative
Solutions Services. See attached PowerPoint presentation (Attachment D).
Dialect used is more on Tagalog and Ilocano.
Open Forum
The open forum was facilitated by Dr. Restituta V. Antolin. Before

questions/queries/comments or suggestions were presented, the audience were
advised to introduce himself/herself first stating his or her name and the organization
he or she represents.
Summary of the Issues and Concerns by main module raised during the open forum
are presented below.
Comments, issues or Sector or Response from the

suggestions representative proponent/DENR
There should be 40 meters Mr. Jerry Iranga, Dr. A. Antolin, EDASS – There is
distance from the shoreline Palaui Environmental the so called foreshore areas and

to the area where they will Protectors thus should not be used to
put up their structures to Association construct structures, so the
avoid problem. What proponent will not put up
happened to Boracay should structures there. Even the sand
not be experienced in Pozo dunes, it should be maintained
and Anguib. There should be and not developed for other
markers to determine purposes. This should be included
easement. Further the in their ECC and the locals should
company should be mindful monitor the proponent’s
of the carrying capacity of adherence to the conditions
the area.
The portion of the coastal Mr. Gerardo C. Dr. A. Antolin, EDASS – The
water and the shore areas Sapales, Secretary foreshore areas is public land. The
fronting the project area is MFARMC, LGU-DA proponent can secure foreshore
being used for fishing and lease and if so one of the
other uses, thus could affect requirement is a comprehensive
the fisher folks. Can the development and management
public still freely use these plan. In these case, the locals
areas? should be active in the preparation
of the plan so that your concerns
should be included. What are the
conditions and how your interest
will be protected with this project
(Pozo Robo and Anguib)? With
this project (Pozo Robo and
Anguib) it will be incorporated in
the terms and conditions in their
ECC.
Within the foreshore areas, Mr. Romeo A. Dr. A. Antolin, EDASS – The
what should be done if there Asuncion, Assistant foreshore areas is public land. In
are mangrove areas MPDC, LGU Sta. Ana mangrove areas, definitely no
touch, no clearing or no putting of
any structure unless agreed upon
and part of the plan. But for this
project, we will recommend that if
there are mangrove areas this
areas should be protected and
managed, there will be no cutting.
If possible, the mangrove areas
should be enhanced and can be
part of their Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR).
How about the carrying Mr. Romeo A. Dr. A. Antolin, EDASS – The
capacity, who will determine Asuncion, Assistant carrying capacity of the area will
MPDC, LGU Sta. Ana be computed using a given
procedure on how to determine
such and one of the factor to be
considered is the type and
capacity of the structures to be
established

How many times is ECC Mr. Romeo A. Engr. Jay Gammad, EMB Region
issued to a given proponent Asuncion, Assistant 02 – ECC for a given project will
MPDC, LGU Sta. Ana be issued once. However, if the
proponent plan to expand their
project there is a need for an
amendment so that concerns
regarding such expansion of the
project will be addressed
Concerning easments, it is Mr. Trevor J. Taylor, Dr. A. Antolin, EDASS –
illegal not to give access to researcher, Foreshore areas should be open
the beach and to charge any SAHARRA access for the public as stipulated
fees in the existing policies. However, if
the company be given a lease
agreement, such access or use of
the area should be coordinated to
the management
Kenneth Mercado, Balai
Cagayano Inc. – we do collect
fees only for the use of the
company’s property and not the
use of the foreshore areas
As presented, result of the Mr. Trevor J. Taylor, Engr. Jay Gammad, EMB Region
EIA study are basis for researcher, 02 – based on the
recommendations/actions to SAHARRA recommendations made in the
address some EIS, the needed actions will form
concerns/issues raised. Are part of the conditions in the ECC
these just recommendations to be issued
or can they be mandatory
requirement
If and when foreshore lease Ms. Meghan Dr. A. Antolin, EDASS – Once the
has been issued, can the Balajadia-Orteza, company secured lease
local still use the foreshore DepEd agreement, this means they are
areas for free if the facilities given the privileged and thus they
of the company will not be will managed and control the use
used? of the area
When lease over the Ms. Meghan Kenneth Mercado, Balai
foreshore has been awarded Balajadia-Orteza, Cagayano Inc. – There are
to the company, will there be DepEd instances that the company give
discount for locals for the use discounts but this should be
of the foreshore areas coordinated in advance for the
management approval.
Arrangement can be made
We recommendation GIGO, Mr. Jerry Iranga Dr. A. Antolin, EDASS – As
garbage In, Garbage Out in Palaui Environmental presented, they will be installing
order to manage waste Protectors state of the art waste
Association management. The suggestion is
good. Actually there are areas in
the country like Palawan and
Davao where solid waste are
being managed in tourism areas

and this can be done also for Pozo

Robo and Anguib.
Development like this is Forester Ernesto Dr. A. Antolin, EDASS – There is
welcome, no objection, Ablao, CEZA a need to closely monitor, if there
however, during the is a need to cut trees within the
construction refrain from property, there is a need for a
using timber permit to cut even for coconut
since there are a lot of coconut in
the property
Pavilion is one of the Forester Ernesto Kenneth Mercado, Balai
structure to be established, Ablao, CEZA Cagayano Inc. – This concern will
can this be used for be brought to the attention of the
evacuation center in time of management
emergency
After the open forum Engr. Jay Gammad – wrapped up the highlight of issues and
concerns raised but before that he reiterated that ECC is a planning tool and thus the
proponent will still secure the needed permits which are mandatory. Also there will be
conditions in the ECC, and they are mandated to follow all the conditions that will be
set in the ECC. Any non-compliance to the conditions in the ECC will be subject for
penalty. EMB will be monitoring, others may also like DOT.
Mr. Romeo A. Asuncion, Assistant MPDC, LGU Sta. Ana gave the closing remarks.
He is thankful and appreciated the conduct of the public scoping. He said this activity
gave him better understanding about the EIA system and information such as these
are very important in their land use planning. It is just unfortunate that some of the
invited were not able to attend due to prior commitment. In behalf of the LGU, thanked
the team and the participants for their active participation.
Kenneth Mercado, Balai Cagayano Inc. – in behalf of the company, Balai Cagayano
thank everybody for their active participation and encourage them to participate in the
coming public hearing.
The public scoping was adjourned at 1:00 PM.

Attachment a. Attendance sheets

Attachment b. Letter sent to the different stakeholders/concerned offices















Attachment c. Copy of the NOTICE OF PUBLIC SCOPING DISTRIBUTED to

concerned offices/institutions

Attachment d. Power Point presentation






Attachment e. Photos
Figure 1. Barangay Hall of San Vicente, Sta. Ana, Cagayan, Venue for the Public
Scoping
Figure 2. Tarpaulin for the Public Scoping posted at the Gymnasium, San Vicente,
Sta. Ana, Cagayan

Figure 3. For Leonardo Odon of EMB giving the rules of the public scoping
procedure
Figure 4. Dr. Artemio T. Antolin presenting the Pozo Robo and Anguib Beach Club
Project

Figure 5. Coordination with the Secretary to the Sanguniang Bayan of Sta Ana,
Cagayan

Attachment 4 Laboratory Result on Water Analysis for Proposed Water System for Pozo
Robo and Anguib Beach Club


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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

ENVIRONMENT AND DEVELOPMENT ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS SERVICES

PROJECT FACT SHEET

Project Description The proposed resort shall be constructed in a 12-hectare

Anguib Cove is located at the northern end of the Sierra Madre

As it is facing the Pacific, the waves are characteristically big

This scenario has to be taken into consideration in designing the

The project entails an estimated cost of PhP 9.45 Million spread

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Representatives of the project proponent, municipal officials,

Field assessments commenced right after the IEC and public

The area is somewhat secluded where built up areas, particularly

The result of the biological assessment showed an abundance of

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Common coral associated fish such as butterfly and angel fish

Although water turbulence at the time of the assessment was quite

The exposure to high energy waves formed complex underwater

Being an exposed site, storm surge run up during category four

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A growing business that is creating employment to the local

The proposed resort could provide alternative employment to local

Key Impacts and Key Environmental Management Measures

Changes in land form, possible soil erosion and contamination:

Loss of vegetation cover and disturbance of flora and fauna:

Changes in air quality:

Effect on water quality and possible water contamination:

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 Maintain appropriate easement from water bodies for all

Part of the strategy to be spelled out in the social development

The plan includes the identification and training of awareness

The ERP for this project shall be implemented in collaboration with

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Abandonment Policy The construction of the project is expected to be completed in five

The construction materials that will be used during the

The ultimate goal is to ensure that the construction areas will be

Environmental Essentially, monitoring is amongst the more important aspects of

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PROJECT FACT SHEET .......................................................................................................................................1

LIST OF TABLES ..............................................................................................................................................11

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ...................................................................................................................................12

1 BASIC PROJECT INFORMATION ...............................................................................................................26

2 DESCRIPTION OF THE EIA PROCESS .........................................................................................................28

3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................37

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3.6.1 Construction Phase ......................................................................................................................... 58

4 BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, IMPACT ASSESSMENT AND MITIGATION………………………….. 60

5 ENVIRONMENTAL RISK ASSESSMENT ......................................................................................................83

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5.1 INFRASTRUCTURE AND ECOTOURISM SPOTS ...................................................................................83

6 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN .................................................................................................86

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Figure 3.1 Location map of Anguib Beach Club 37

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1 BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The development of an ecotourism site such as this will contribute greatly to

Project The project has three major components, namely:

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Project The project will have three major phases:

The preliminary phase, or preconstruction phase, will be devoted for

The construction phase involves two major components, which can be

Process/ The following are the process/technology options:

The plan is to develop a world class eco-friendly resort to