Republic of the Philippines Province of Aurora MUNICIPALITY OF MARIA AURORA Office of the Municipal Mayor 1 ENDORSEMENT 01 June 2018, Respectfully forwarded to the Honorable Sangguniang Bayan through the Presiding Officer, Hon. Oscar W. Padua, Municipal Vice-Mayor the herein Municipal Development Council Executive Committee Resolution No. 01-2018 Approving the Comprehensive Development Plan for 2018-2024 of the Municipality of Maria Aurora, Aurora for their appropriate action. a pe GENETA Municipal MayorRepublic of the Philippines Province of Aurora MUNICIPALITY OF MARIA AURORA =----0000000----- EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL HELD ON 01 JUNE 2018 AT THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR THIS MUNICIPALITY PRESENT: Hon. Amado M. Geneta, Municipal Mayor, Chairperson, Hon. Onasis Q. Ronquillo, ‘SB Member, Member, Hon. Inocencio C. Castillo, SB Member, Member, Ms. Ma. Elena F. Nicer, NGO Representative/KALIPI RESOLUTION No. 01-2018 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR 2018-2024 OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF MARIA AURORA, AURORA. WHEREAS, Local Government Code of 1991 or R.A. No. 7160 enjoins various LGUs from the barangay up to the Province or Highly-Urbanized City level to prepare Integrated and ‘Comprehensive Multi-Sectoral Plans. Section 109 of the LGC expressly mandates LGUs to undertake comprehensive planning. WHEREAS, in Section 16 of the Local Government Code of 1991 Republic Act No. 7160, states that the “General Welfare” Clause is a summation of the purpose for which every Local Government Unit (LGU) in the Philippines is organized. WHEREAS, the various stakeholders of the municipality including the Municipal Officials and Employees, NGOs and POs through the Municipal Development Council convened and Formulated the Comprehensive Development Plan for 2018-2024 of the Local Government Unit of Maria Aurora, Aurora. NOW THEREFORE, on motion of Hon Onasis Q. Ronquillo, duly seconded unanimously, it was: RESOLVED AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED to adopt and approve the Comprehensive Development Plan for 2018-2024 of the Municipality of Maria Aurora, Aurora RESOLVED FURTHER that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Honorable Sangguniang Bayan for their appropriate action. 3 APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. I HEREBY CERTIFY to the correctness of the foregoing. NICASIO @/GATCHALIAN Municipal Planning ‘ , ETE onso \ Ome [y ONASIS Q> (QUILLO INOCE! ‘C. CASTILLO MA. ELENA F. NICER" APPROVED: AMADy Municipal Mayor . Chairmani Republic of the Philippines Province of Aurora Municipality of MARIA AURORA SANGGUNIANG BAYAN EXCERPT FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG BAYAN OF MARIA AURORA, AURORA HELD ON JUNE 4, 2018 AT THE SB SESSION HALL. PRESENT: Hon. Oscar W. Padua, Mun. Vice Mayor, Hon. Pepito P. Pascua, SB Member, Hon. May Anne G. Castro, SB Member, Hon. Erwin E. Tablang, + SBMember, Hon. Oliver F. Farin, SB Member, Hon. Loreto M. Nisperos, SB Member, Hon, Onasis Q. Ronquillo, SB Member, Hon. Freddie B. Bitong, SB Member, Hon. Inocencio C. Castillo, SB Member, (ABC Pres.) ABSENT: Hon. Rolando H. Aznar, Jr. SB Member, [On Leave] RESOLUTION NO. 48 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 6 YEAR (2018-2024) COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (CDP) OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF MARIA AURORA, AURORA. WHEREAS, Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) is a multi-year plan (six years) prepared by Local Government Unit's in order to promote the general welfare of its inhabitants and serve as guide for the planners and implementers in the effective delivery of services to its people; WHEREAS, the formulation of the Comprehensive Development Plan involves the participation of local officials and functionaries, sector representatives and other stakeholders in the prioritization of Projects, Programs and Activities (PPAs) deemed essential for the attainment of LGUs vision; WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) consolidates the programs and projects designed to cary out the objectives of the five (5) development sectors: social, economic, physical/infrastructure, environmental management and institutional development and is observed to have answered the sentiments and aspirations of the people of Maria Aurora, Aurora; WHEREAS, the Municipal Development Council (MDC) through MDC Executive Committee Resolution No. 01 - 2018 endorsed to this body for adoption the programs, projects and activities for the planning period 2018 to 2024; NOW THEREFORE, on motion of SB Member Onasis Q. Ronquillo duly seconded unanimously, it was; z RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, to adopt the 6 year (2018- 2024) Comprehensive Development Plan of the Municipality of Maria Aurora, Aurora. UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED. | HEREBY CERTIFY to the correctness of the foregoing resolution.TABLE OF CONTENTS ECONOMIC PROFILE 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Executive Summary Population Economic Structure Social Services Infrastructure Environment 1.2 Historical Background 2.0 MUNICIPAL ECOLOGICAL PROFILE 2.1. Geographical Location and Land Area 2.1.1 Barangay and Sitios, 2.2 BioPhysical Profile 2.2.1 Topography and Slope 2.2.2 Elevation 2.2.3 Climate 2.3 Land Resources 2.3.1 Land Classification 2.3.2 Production and Protection 2.3.3 Tenurial Instruments 2.3.4 Allocation 2.3.5 Reforestation 2.4 Vegetation Cover 24.1 Land Cover 2.4.2 Watershed 2.4.3 GeoHazard 2. Socio-Economic and Cultural Profile 2.5.1 Political Subdivisions/Demography 2.5.2 Lowland and Upland Barangays 2.5.3 Migration 2.5.4 Population Migration 2.58 Literacy 2.5.6 Education / Pollution by Mother Tongue 2.5.7 Religious Affiliation / Employment No 10 10 "1 12 13 14 16 18 20 24 22 23 24 25 26CHAPTER 1 - THE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN MARIA AURORA 1.4 Policy Consideration ar 4.2 Legal Mandate 27 1.3 Sectoral Concerns 1.3.1 Social Development . 28 1.3.2 Economic Development 29 1.3.3 Environmental Development 29 1.3.4 Physical/Infrastructure Development 29 1.3.2 Institutional Development 30 1.4 The Land Use Plan 1.4.1 Situational Analysis 30 1.4.2 Goal Formulation 32 1.4.3 Objective Formulation 32 1.4.4 Target Setting 32 1.4.5 Strategy Formulation 33 CHAPTER 2 - DEVELOPMENT ISSUES AND CONCERNS 2.4 Analytical Framework 2.1.1 Available Plan Documents and Printed Reports 34 2.1.2 Interview with Key Informants 34 2.1.3 Consultations with Various Development Stakeholders 35 2.2 Beyond Profiling 35 2.3 Problem Tree Analysis 36 CHAPTER 3 - DEVELOPMENT GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND TARGETS 3.1 Vision Statement 37 3.2 Vision Elements, Descriptors and Success Indicators 37 3.2.1 Good Governance and Community Participation 38 3.2.2 Vibrant and Diverse Local Economy 38 3.2.3 Balanced and Livable Environment Fase 3.2.4 Well-Ordered Settlement and Ease of Access 40 3.2.5 Social Equity and Better Quality of Life : 40 3.3 Vision — Reality Gap m4Sectoral Development Plans SOCIAL SECTOR Introduction / Goal A. EDUCATION i. Challenges ii. Potentials iii, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets vi. Strategies and Policies vi, Program and Projects Maria Aurora Skills Development Center i. Challenges ii, Potentials iii, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets vi. Strategies and Policies vii. Program and Projects B. HEALTH AND NUTRITION i. Challenges ii, Potentials ili, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets vi. Strategies and Policies vii. Program and Projects C. SOCIAL AND WELFARE DEVELOPMENT |. CHILD WELFARE i. Challenges ii. Potentials iti, Goal iv, Objectives v. Targets vi. Strategies and Policies vii. Program and Projects Il WOMEN AND CHILDREN i. Challenges ii, Potentials it, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets vi. Strategies and Policies 42 42 42 43 44 44 44 44 44 45 45 45 45 45 46 47 47 47 48 48 48 48 50 50 51 51 51 51 51 52 82 52 52 52 52 52vil. Program and Projects lll PERSON WITH DISABILITIES WELFARE i. Challenges i Potentials ii, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets vi. Strategies and Policies vii. Program and Projects IV, YOUTH WELFARE i. Challenges ii, Potentials iit, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets vi, Strategies and Policies vii, Program and Projects D. SENIOR CITIZENS WELFARE i. Challenges ii. Potentials il, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets vi. Strategies and Policies Vii. Program and Projects E. FAMILY WELFARE i, Challenges ii, Potentials il, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets vi. Strategies and Policies vii. Program and Projects F. DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT i Challenges ii, Potentials ili, Goal iv, Objectives v. Targets Vi. Strategies and Policies vii, Program and Projects 53 53 53 53 53 53 53 54 54 54 54 54 54 54 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 56 56 56 56 56 56 87 58 58 58 58 58 59G. PEACE AND ORDER & PUBLIC SAFETY i, Challenges ii, Potentials iii, Goal iv. Objectives v. Targets . vi. Strategies and Policies vii. Program and Projects Il. ECONOMIC SECTOR Introduction / Goal A. AGRICULTURE i ii ili, iv. v. vii. Challenges Potentials Objectives Targets Strategies and Policies Program and Projects B, PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT SERVICE OFFICE i, ii i iv. v. vii c. TOURISM i ii ii, iv. v. vil Challenges Potentials Objectives Targets Strategies and Policies Program and Projects Challenges Potentials Objectives Targets Strategies and Policies Program and Projects 60 60 60 60 61 60 61 62 63 65 69 69 69 69 70 70 70 70 70 70 n 72 74 74 74 75MW Iv. v. PHYSICAL / INFRASTRUCTURE Introduction vii Challenges Potentials Goals Objectives Targets Strategies and Policies Program and Projects ENVIRONMENT Introduction vii Challenges Potentials Goals Objectives Targets Strategies and Policies Program and Projects INSTITUTION Introduction vii. Challenges Potentials Goals Objectives Strategies and Policies Targets Program and Projects 76 76 7 78 78 79 79 79 81 81 81 83 83 84 84 85 92 92 93 94 94 94 95Table 1 Table 3 Table 4 Table 5 Table 6 Table 7 Table 8 Table 9 Table 10 Table 11 Table 12 Table 13 Table 14 Table 15 Table 16 Table 17 LIST OF TABLES Total Land Area and Number Sitios by Barangay, 2017 Slope Category and Barangay(s) covered Elevation Distribution by Barangay, Climatic Type Based on Corona’s Classification Tenurial Instruments Issued in Forest and Forestland Forest Cover Type by Land Classification, 2003, Forest Cover Type by Land Classification, 2010 Proclaimed Watersheds Geohazard Susceptibility Population in Upland and Lowland Barangays Causes of Upland Migration Population Projection Estimates Literacy of Population 5 years and over, 2015 By Highest Grade Completed, 2010 Population of Mother Tongue Population by Religious Affiliation 10 " 14 15 17 18 24 22 23 24 25 25 26Figure 1 - Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 LIST OF FIGURES Administrative Map ‘Slope Map Elevation Map Climate Map Land Classification Production and Protection Forest Map Tenure Map Allocation Map Reforestation Map Land Cover, 2003 Land Cover, 2010 Bigger Watershed Map GeoHazard Landslide Map 10 " 12 12 13 14 16 17 18Economic Profile | 1 INTRODUCTION Executive Summary Population The municipality of Maria Aurora has a total population of 35,157 in 2017 and projected to reach 47,784 in 2026 using an annual growth of 5.33% (urban) and 2.65% (rural) percent. Ruraf population constitutes larger share with 65 percent of the total population while urban population comprises the remaining 35 percent. Majority of the population are between ages 15-64 or working group with 22,589 or 64.25 percent. Young population (14 years old- below) and old population (65 years old-above) acquires a total of 11,462 or 32.60 percent and 2,080 or 5.92 percent , respectively. Economic Structure Majority or almost 28.34 percent of the labor force is engaged in agriculture making it the dominant economic activity of the locality. A total land area of 9,517.72 hectares or 22.33 percent of the total land area is planted with different crops dominantly rice and coconut. This is considered the largest agricultural land within the province. The total annual production in 2017 is 18,137 MT or 90 cavans per hectare per cropping. Post harvest facilities such as solar dryers, mechanical dryers, rice mills, warehouses, abattoir and irrigation are available providing support to agricultural sector. Commercial activities are concentrated in Poblacion in majority are sari-sati store. Only cottage industries such as hat and mat weaving, wood carving, basketry, and furniture making among others are available. Coir fiber manufacturing likewise exists. Social Services A total of thirty (33) elementary are dispersed in the entire municipality catering to a total population of 5,631 enrolees in.2017 while seven (7) secondary schools (10 public and 2 private) service a total number of 3,178 students (district annual accomplishment report). Two (2) private tertiary schools and one (1) public tertiary school offering general education and non- formal education (skills training) is being offered for higher éducation and courses include massage therapy, cookery, dress making/tailoring, computer software servicing, Beauty Care, Welding, Housekeeping, Building wiring & practical Electricity, Automotive Wirings & Electricity, electronics Repair, Small engine, automotive & diesel mechanic, HILOT (Wellness Massage) and Hairdressing. One (1) community hospital located within the Poblacion is available with two (2) doctor deployed. One (1) Main Health Center (MHC) is ‘a well present adjacent to community hospital providing preventive health careEconomic Profile | 2 services. Thirty (31) Barangay Health Center (BHC) are available catering clustered barangays. Infrastructure A total of 305.57 kilometers of road traversed the entire municipality and majority are earth and gravel filled making traveling difficult especially during wet season. Sloping terrain compelled the construction of sixty two (62) bridges to link different barangays made of bailey, timber, box culvert concrete. Shallow tube well is the water source common in all barangays, spring, and STW cater domestic as well as irrigation purposes. AURELCO provides power supply but other barangays remain unenergized. Environment , Almost half or 64.8 percent of the total land area are classified as forest land which resulted to abundant water supply for river systems and recharge aquifers making shallow tube wells dominant. However, due to deforestation previous years due to logging activities, some forest cover has been severely denuded. Data revealed that forest specifically Malupa - Cabatangan and Dikildit watershed has a remaining forest cover of only one (1) percent. This resulted to massive soil erosion causing siltation of river systems and increasing river wash area as well as flooding in some barangays. The presence of mineral deposits made the municipality among the targets for mining activities. Mining exploration covers declared watershed areas within the municipality. BACKGROUND AND BRIEF HISTORY 1.0 Background 1.1 Brief History The “Bugkalots” of the Ilongot Tribe were the first inhabitants of Maria Aurora. This indigenous people established a settlement called “Egabong”, meaning muddy stream or no man’s land since no Christian dared to enter the place for fear-of being beheaded. The municipality’s first name was San Jose, the name of an adventurer from Liliw, Laguna who settled in Egabong by marrying a young Bugkalot woman. Jose Bitong became a respected leader in the community and was instrumental for the entry of Spanish missionaries in the community, In 171, the Egabong settlement became a pueblo and named San Jose de Casecnan in hortor of Jose Bitong and of the Caseenan river that the Spanish believed to be near the settlement. Jose Bitong became the first appointed “Municipal Kapitan” of pueblo followed by MamertoCatipon and many others. ‘The last “Kapitan” who served the placed was Pantaleon Dulay who hailed from the province of La Union.Economic Profile| 3 After the Spanish revolution, San Jose became a barrio of Baler, one of the only two towns (the other is Casiguran) comprising the northern part of the then Tayabas, Quezon, San Jose was then renamed Maria Aurora in April 1949 in honor of Maria Aurora Aragon Quezon, a lawyer and daughter of the late President Manuel Luis Quezon and Dofia Aurora Aragon Quezon, In July 21, 1949, Executive Order No. 246 created the Municipality of Maria Aurora out of Baler. Fourteen barrios including San Jose initially comprised the municipality. Maria Aurora has had twelve mayors since it was created. 1.2 Location and Land Area Maria Aurora is geographically located between East longitudes 121°16°30" and 121°32’00” and North latitudes 15°55°00”" and 15°39°00"" It is the only non-coastal municipality of Aurora, Baler and Dipaculao bound Maria Aurora on the East, San Luis on the South, the provinee of Nueva Ecija on the West and the provinces Nueva Vizcaya and Quirino on the Northwest. Maria Aurora has a total land area of 42,433 hectare based on the digitized data of the Aurora Integrated Area Development Project 2-BSEI in 1996. BSWM (1989) reported that the municipality has a land area of 40,518 hectares and NCSO (1990) published a land area of 42,492 hectares. The area of Maria Aurora, which is the legal basis of the Department of Budget and Management in releasing the Internal Revenue Allotment GRA), is 42,629 hectares. The Forest Land Use Planning Team, therefore, used the 42,629 hectares as the baseline area for Maria Aurora. Accordingly, all the thematic, derived, and the composite maps are presented with a total land area of 42,629 hectares. The CLUP team jointly made this decision after consulting with the key officers of the LGU and DENR, particularly the Chairman of the Environment and Natural Resources Committee of the Sangguniang Bayan, Municipal Planning and Development Officer, and the Municipal Assessor's Office. 1.3 Socio-P ical Importance of Maria Aurora Maria Aurora has 40 barangays with a population of 35,157 as of 2017 (CBMS Survey, 2016). Eight barangays cover more than 50% of the municipality’ s total land area. ‘The municipality produces rice, coconut, and other agricultural products. The existing 15 communal irrigation systems irrigate an estimated total area of 2,000 hectares of agricultural lands. Maria Aurora encompasses seven (7) watersheds under Presidential Proclamation, four (4) of which were assisted by Aurora Integrated Area Development Project (AIADP). These watersheds service the water needs of the existing irrigation systems and domestic water requirements in the municipality and nearby towns. In addition, they serve as buffer for landslides and typhoons in the lowlands.Economic Profile | 4 Maria Aurora’s physical closeness 10 Baler makes it strategic and the natural expansion of the latter’s industrial and commercial activities. Maria Aurora is the gateway to the Aurora province via the Pantabangan-Canili- Bazal Road. The improving accessibility of Maria Aurora through the San Luis-Maria Aurora- Castafeda Road (SLMAC) poses an increasing threat to the ecological stability and environmental soundness of the nearby forestlands, which support lowland and upland agriculture, infrastructures, settlements, major catchments, and river systems. Only a rational allocation, use, and management of lands through a land use planning would minimize land speculation, facilitate decisions that could lead to optimal and complementary allocation and management of forestlands, focus or realign public and private investments (farm to market roads, schools, clinics, processing plants, etc.) in support of lowland and upland agriculture, tree plantations, ecotourism, and forest management, and facilitate the resolution of emerging and anticipated conflicts in the allocation and management of forestlands. MUNICIPAL ECOLOGICAL PROFILE 2.0 Biophysical Profile 2.11 Geographical Location Maria Aurora is the only non-coastal municipality of the Province of Aurora and geographically located between East longitudes 121° 16" 30” and 121° 32°00” and North latitudes 15°55'00” and 15°40" 00”. It is bounded by Municipalities of Baler and Dipaculao on the East, San Luis on the South, the Province of Nueva Ecija on the West and the Province of Nueva Vizcaya on the NorthWest. The municipality of Maria Aurora comprises 40 barangays (Figure 1) with a total land area of 42,629.19 hectares. Table I shows the list of barangays wherein Barangay Villa Aurora has the largest area of 6,674.15 hectares followed by Barangay Bayanihan with a land area of 6,110.33 hectares. The poblacion proper consisting of 4 barangays has a total area of 234.86 hectares. The smallest barangay is Barangay I, Poblacion with a total area of only 50.12 hectares.Economic Profile | 5 MUNICIPALITY OF MARIA AURORA PROVINCE OF AURORA REGION Ill A ADMINISTATIVE, MAP lope [J nica unary Figure 1. Administrative Map Table 1. Land Area by Barangay Barangay No. of Sitios/Puroks Total Land Area (ha.) Alcala 3 Puroks 214.81 Bagtu 3 Puroks 220.14 Bannawag 3 Puroks 293.18 Bangco 7 Puroks 422.15 Barangay 1 (Poblacion) 6 Puroks 30.12 Barangay II (Poblacion) 7 Puroks 80.08 [Barangay III (Poblacion) _7Puroks 60.04 Barangay IV (Poblacion) 7 Puroks 4.62 Baubo 3 Puroks 472.38 Bayanihan’ 7 Puroks 6,110.33 Bazal 7 Puroks 3,782.90 Cabituculan East 7 Puroks 89.27 Cabituculan West 3 Puroks 70.74 Debueao 6 Puroks 254.34 Decoliat 4 Sitios 1,300.19 Detailen 3 Puroks 248.25 Diaat 7 Puroks . 679.82 Dialatnan 3 Puroks 1,116.64 Diaman 7 Puroks 367.14Economic Profile | 6 Barangay No. of Sitios/Puroks Total Land Area (ha.) Dianawan_ 6 Sitios and 7 Puroks 3,638.94 Dikildit 6 Puroks 1,690.43 Dimanpudso 6 Puroks 222.78 Diome 6 Puroks 254.36 Florida 6 Puroks 166.46 Galintuja 3 Sitios 3,134.21 | Kadayakan 3 Sitios 1,316.79 Malasin 5 Puroks 149.02 1 Sitio and 4 Puroks 4,816.52 7 Puroks 294,48 [Re 7 Puroks 171.92 San Joaquin 7 Puroks 514.49 San Jose 6 Puroks 239.55 San Juan 7 Puroks 369.74 San Leonardo 4 Puroks 345.26 | Sta. Lucia 3 Puroks 131,93 Sto. Cristo —3 Puroks 229.27 | Sto. Tomas 512.83 Suguit 946.72 Villa Aurora 7 Sitios and 4 Puroks 6,674.15 Wenceslao 1 Sitios and 7 Puroks 732.20 Total - 42,629.19 2.1.2 Topography Slope About 29.00% percent or 12,366.35 hectares are levels to moderately sloping areas. 11,611.28 hectares are sloping areas while 27.23% is steep to very steep areas at 18-30% and 0-8% slope category. Above 50% slope or severely steep areas has 78.13 hectares or 0.18% percent of the total land area as shown in Figure 2. Clie” Siwcon cine Clemceome SLOPE Figure 2. Slope MapSLOPE AREA 0-8 (moderately 12,366.35 sloping) 8-18 (sloping) 11,611.28 18-30 (steep) 13,067.74 30-50 (very steep) 5,790.52 50 and above (Severely steep) yea % 29.00 27.23 30.65 13.58 0.18 Economic Profile | 7 Brgy. I, Il, Ill, IV (Poblacion), Alcala, Bagtu, Bangco, Baubo, —_Bazal, Bannawag, Cab. East & West, Diaat, Malasin, San Joaquin, Sta, Lucia, Kadayacan, Diaman, Punglo, Suguit, Dialatnan, Dikildit, Detailen, Quirino, Debucao, San Leonardo, San Jose, Wenceslao, Diome, Ramada, Sto. Tomas, Bayanihan, Dianawan, Decoliat, Dimanpudso, San Juan, Galintuja, Villa Aurora, Sto, Cristo and Florida Sto. Cristo, Brgy. III, San Leonardo, Debucao, Dikildit, Diaman, Sto. Tomas, wenceslao, Baubo, Suguit, Punglo, Villa Aurora, Dialatnan, Galintuja, Decoliat, San Juan, Bazal, Bayanihan, Kadayacan, Bannawag, San Joaquin, Alcala Sto. Cristo, Brgy. III, San Leonardo, Debucao, Dikildit, Diaman, Sto. Tomas, weneeslao, Baubo, Suguit, Punglo, Villa Aurora, Dialatnan, Galintuja, Decoliat, San Juan, Bazal, Bayanihan, Kadayacan, Bannawag, San Joaquin, Alcala Sto. Cristo, San Leonardo, Debueao, Dikildit, Daman, Sto. Tomas, wenceslao, Baubo, Suguit, Punglo, Villa Aurora, Dialatnan, Galintuja, Decoliat, San Juan, Baal, Bayanihan, Kadayacan, Bannawag, San Joaquin, Alcala Bazal,. Villa Aurora, Diaat, Bayanihan, Sto. Tomas, Table 2 shows the slope category and the respective barangays covered. Level to moderately sloping areas are generally in lowland barangays while Barangays of Bazal, Villa Aurora, Diaat, Bayanihan and Sto. Tomas are considered or within severely steep areas. Elevation Lowland barangays are located between 0-200 meters above sea level (mas!) or 35.33 percent (15,062.78 hectares) of the total land area, Almost half of the totalEconomic Profile | 8 barangays belongs to elevation of 200-600 MASL which comprise of 51% (21,759.54 hectares), Other areas within 600-800 mas! and 800-1000 masl elevations are located within protected areas/watersheds while 209.05 hectares or 0.49% (above 1000 masl) of the total land area can be found at Barangay Villa Aurora and Barangay Bazal. = ee : 1508278] Painnothare vase eee Hama epee Emten ets 5 iimascin sowoary ecemenreoinanny ELEVATION HB 0200 Source: FLUP.2017 Figure 3. Elevation Map Table 3. Elevation Distribution by Barangay naaae) Brgy. I, Il, If, IV (Poblacion), Alcala, Bagtu, Bangco, Baubo, Bazal, Bannawag, Cab. Bast & West, Diaat, Malasin, San Joaquin, Sta. Lucia, Kadayacan, Diaman, Punglo, Suguit,” Dialatnan, Dikildit, Detailen, Quirino, Debucao, San Leonardo, San Jose, Wenceslao, Diome, Ramada, Sto. Tomas, , Bayanihan, Dianawan, — Decoliat, _ Dimanpudso, Galintuja, Sto, Cristo and Florida Baubo, Bazal, Dial, Kadayacan, Diaman, Punglo, Suguit, Dialatnan, —Dikildit, 200-400 12,422.68 29.14. Wenceslao, Sto. Tomas, Bayanihan, Dianawan, Decoliat, Galintuja, San Juan, Villa Aurora. * Bazal, Diaat, Kadayacan, Diaman, Punglo, Suguit, Dialatnan, Wenceslao, Sto. Tomas, 0-200 15,062.78 35.33 400-600 9,336.86 21.90Economic Profile | 9 Bayanihan, Dianawan, Decoliat, Galintuja, San Juan, Villa Aurora Bazal, Punglo, Bayanihan, Dianawan, Decoliat, Galintuja, Villa Aurora 800-1000 1,379.23 3.24 Bazal, Bayanihan, Villa Aurora 1000 Above 209.05 0.49 Villa Aurora, Bazal TOTAL 42,629.19 100.0 600-800 4,218.59 9.90 2.1.3 Climate Based on PAGASA Corona’s Classification, 98.09% or 41,813.91 hectares of the total land area of the municipality shifted from Type III to Type Il climatie type of weather condition where there is no dry season with a very pronounced maximum rain period from December to February. No single dry month and minimum monthly rainfall occurs during the period from March to May. The rest of the area remains under Type III climatic type classification covering the portions of Barangay San Juan, Villa Aurora, Punglo and Decoliat with a total land area of 815.28 hectares. semen sou Elemmai ioe CLIMATE TYPE wen” HB ype Source: FLUP, 2017, Figure 4. Climate MapEconomic Profile | 10 MATIC TYPE Tes CODE AREA Type II 815.28 Portions of San Juan, Villa Aurora, Punglo, Decoliat Type Il 41,813.91 Entire Municipality TOTAL — 42,629.19 2.1 Land Resources . Land Classification The total land area of Maria Aurora is 42,629.19 hectares classified as 27,620.04 hectares of forestland (FL), which is 64.79% of the total land area, Alienable and disposable (A&D) land is about 35.21% of the land area with an estimated area of 16,960.88 hectares (Figure 5). Figure 5.Land Classification Production and Protection Forest ‘As show in Figure 6 and based on Land Classification of the entire land area, 27,620.04 hectares are classified as Forest Land wherein 25,093.65 hectares or 91% are estimated to be Protection Forest. The remarkable area that ‘occupies such classification type of forest is due to numerous proclaimed watershed/protected area that Maria Aurora has, while only 2,526.39 hectares are classified Production Forest.Economic Profile | 11 {Sissy ie Oo — 15.05. Jrromecns souronry 2 janecen. sounoeny (lewemanr sorsoaey Figure 6, Production and Protection Forest Map Tenure Instruments Issued in Forest and Forestland of Maria Aurora At present, there are two (2) existing tenurial instruments issued as Community Based Forest Management Area (CBFMA) covering an area of 6,243.729 hectares. GADWEN Highlanders was awarded with 4,606.601 hectares covering forestlands of Barangays Dianawan, Wenceslao and Galintuja and 1,637.128 hectares to Kabakiran-Dipungsu covers Barangays Diaman, Punglo and Suguit and 1,070.14 hectares was identified as SIFMA however, all SIFMA holders were already cancelled by the DENR due to non-compliance on forest development as shown in Figure 7 and other data provided in Table 5. Table 6. Tenurial Instruments Issued in Forest and Forestland of Maria ‘Aurora . TENT TAT CT KS TT TT STN a onc Ptr iye ISSUED Kabakiran Diaman, Las soe CBFMA NSTI PincnSugue 78M 3020 Galintya, GADWEN , Ls oa CBFMA 4.60660. Diana, 092909 2p : SIFMA 10704 Pio. : : DecolEconomic Profile | 12 Legend ib ewcra:sounanr Teese soinonee TENURIALS ‘cacT.no | i rancor nose NAM | i concern coupons | Mil coer corurene mo, = — Ea al Figure 7. Tenure Map Allocation ‘As shown in Figure 8, out of the 27,620.04 hectares of forestlands, a total estimated area of 4,777.81 hectares are considered as Open Access or Unallocated Areas. This Plan proposes that 3,934.15 hectares be set aside a Protection Forest while the remaining 843.66 hectares as Production Forest. Pca or BB wwwcra counraey lexmwica aounoasr =a HB reorecngy rorest Figure 8. Allocation MapEconomic Profile | 13 Reforestation A total of 2,994 hectares were identified and implemented with National Greening Program since it was started last 2011. NGP was implemented both in Production and Protection Forest, depending on the nature or purpose of establishment. Some areas were established in Protection Forest as rehabilitation of the areas while other sites were selected and planted with high-value crops as agro- forestry areas. Figure 9 shows the established NGP sites in the municipality. Legend | [Jrromen sows Biber soincan Cine eine | neronestanon PRoseeTs | PromenctNaea Ven Figure 9. Reforestation Map 2.3 Vegetative Cover 2003 Land Cover Table 9 shows the status of forest cover for 2003 wherein 67.09% or 28,600.89 hectares belongs to Open Forest, broadleaved type while Closed forest, broadicaved has 1,241.51 hectares, followed by cultivated land planted with annual crop with 5,214.37 hectares, The rest belongs to natural barren land, built-up areas, grassland and cultivated land planted with perennial crop. As shown in Figure 9, major areas of Maria Aurora belongs to Open forest, broadleaved type.Economic Profile |14 Table 7. Forest Cover Type by Land Classification, 2003 ‘Other land, cultivated, annual crop 5,214.37 12.23 Inland water 458.16 1.07 Other land, natural barren land 486.85 1.14 Other land, built-up area : 175.81 0.41 Other land, cultivated, perennial crop 2,425.88 5.69 Other wooded land, wooded grassland 1,919.29 4.50 Closed forest, broadleaved 1,241.51 291 ‘Open forest, broadleaved 28,600.89 67.09 Open forest, mixed 2,106.43 4.94 TOTAL 42,629.19 100.00 | 2003 LAND COVER MAP| 2003 LANOCOVER MARIA CLASSIFICCATION —] igure 10. Land Cover, 2003 Figure 10 shows the 2003 Land Cover of Maria Aurora wherein open forest, broadleaved is the dominant type of land cover.Economic Profile | 15 2010 Land Cover In 2010 as shown in Table 8, about 3,272.15 hectares or 7.68% of Maria Aurora’s total land area are classified as open forest; broadleaved while closed forest, broadleaved is estimated to 26,869.01 hectares or 63.03%. The rest are classified into mixed open forest, wooded grassland, closed forest, built-up areas and other uses. However, open forest, broadleaved was remarkably reduced into 3,272.15 hectares while about Sixty Three (63.03%) percent or 26,869.01 hectares of Maria Aurora is now covered by closed forest, broadleaved type. Maria Aurora is cultivating about 6,043.33 hectares of land for annual and perennial crops. The area devoted for built- up use is only 367.81 hectares or 0.86 percent of the total land area, Other areas are mostly covered by natural grassland, wooded grassland, inland water and a fraction of the total land area with natural barren land. Land Classification, 2010 Other land, cultivated, annual crop 3,767.57 8.84 Inland water 1,315.62 3.09 Other land, natural, grassland 289.19 0.68 Other land, natural barren land 33.11 0.08 Other land, built-up area 367.81 0.86 Other land, cultivated, perennial crop 2,275.76 5.34 Other wooded land, fallow 11.00 0.03 Other wooded land, wooded grassland 2,651.80 6.22 Other wooded land, shrubs 1,776.18 4.17 Closed forest, broadleaved 26,869.01 3.03 Open forest, broadleaved 3,272.15 7.68 TOTAL 42,629.19 100.00Economic Profile | 16 Figure 11. Land Cover, 2010 Figure 11 shows the land cover status of Maria Aurora wherein it is dominated by closed forest, broadleaved type. It is dominated by premium and dipterocarp species like narra, white lauan, apitong, palosapis bagtikan and guijo. Ferns, vines and shrubs dominate the forest floor. Open forests are usually logged over areas with secondary/residual trees growing. Watershed Maria Aurora lies within six (6) Bigger Watersheds namely: Caseenan River Water Forest Reserve, Pantabangan-Carangalan Water Forest Reserve, Pacugao River Water Forest Reserve, Diaat River Water Forest Reserve, Diteki River Water Forest Reserve, Bazal-Baubo River Water Forest Reserve. 71% or 4,044 hectares of the total area of Aurora Memorial National Park also within the jurisdiction of Maria Aurora and the remaining area is under the jurisdiction of Nueva Ecija. (Figure 12). ~Economic Profile | 17 =e Legens : CJpromen sous _ Ehuevor soci Gheemorsavose — messin cates NM OF PROGLAMED WATERSHED. TD cascran Rear WER BE PeeteeganCarengan WFR Figure 12. Bigger Watershed Map Table 9. Proclaimed Watersheds rere TEU DE we pater i Pacugao River Water Forest Nant) 1123/92 1,743,709 Reserved : Dinat River Water Forest 05/24/94 2,760.445 Reserved Bose? Caseenan River Water 08/11/87 253.547 Forest Reserved eee ez Diteki River Watershed Tet 08/24/92 2,654.81 Forest Reserved ‘ Aurora Memorial National 1937 * 4,044.00 Park (Aurora side) Blue Bazal-Baubo River a: 06/02/94 * 4,352.303 Watershed Forest Reserve eS Pantabangan-Caranglan Rael 05/21/1969 1,674,373 ‘Watershed Forest ReserveEconomic Profile | 18 Geohazard The forestland areas of Maria Aurora are considered as landslide prone particularly in Barangays of Villa Aurora, Canili, Bayanihan, Bazal, Punglo, Dialatnan, Dianawan and Decoliat or those barangays that within elevation of 400 MASL to 1000 MASL and above and a slope ranging from 30% to 50% above. Lowland areas particularly near rivers and creeks however, are prone to flooding. ‘ e sans ¢ [GeOHAZARD LANDSLIDE maP] Legend Smee sone emcee | {LANDSLIDE SUSCEPTIBLITY GB om wencoe (i score stonioe Mi verrnonumosine Figure 13. Geohazard Landslide Map As shown in Table 10, more than 50% of the municipality’s total area belongs to very highly and highly susceptible to landslide. Twenty six and 40/100 (26.44%) percent of the total area or 11,270.47 hectares are very highly susceptible to landslide and twenty seven and 18/100 (27.22%) percent or 11,604.55 hectares are highly susceptible to landslide. Three thousand six hundred forty three and 53/100 3,643.50 hectares of land belongs to very low susceptibility to landslide areas where Barangay’s I to IV or the poblacion proper belongs to. The rest of the area representing 6,773.14 and 3,643.50 hectares covers moderately susceptible and low susceptible to landslide Geohazard Susceptibility.Economic Profile | 19 Table 10.Geohazard Susceptibility in the Munic lity of Maria Aurora Baubo, Bazal, Bannawag, San Joaquin, Kadayacan, Diaman, Punglo, Suguit, Dialatnan, Dikildit, 11,270.47 26.44 = Debueao, San_—_Leonardo, landslide Wenceslao, Sto. Tomas, Bayanihan, * Dianawan, Decoliat, San Juan, Galintuja, Villa Aurora Baubo, Bazal, Bannawag, San Joaquin, Kadayacan, — Diaman, Punglo, Suguit, Dialatnan, Dikildit, Debucao, Wenceslao, Sto. Tomas, Bayanihan, Dianawan, Decoliat, San Juan, Galintuja, Villa Aurora, Alcala, Sto. Cristo Baubo, Bazal, Bannawag, San Joaquin, Kadayacan, — Diaman, Punglo, Suguit, Dialatnan, Dikildit, Debucao, Wenceslao, Sto. Tomas, Bayanihan, Dianawan, Decoliat, San Juan, Galintuja, Villa Aurora, Sto. Cristo, Brgy. Ill, Malasin, San Leonardo Baubo, Bazal, Bannawag, San Joaquin, Kadayacan, — Diaman, Siete eapeillierss Punglo, Suguit, Dialatnan, Dikildit, acta 3,643.50 8.55 Debucao, Wenceslao, Sto. Tomas, Bayanihan, Dianawan, Decoliat, San Juan, Galintuja, Villa Aurora, Malasin, San Leonardo High susceptibility to landslide 11,604.55 27.22 Moderate susceptibilityto 6,773.14 15.89 landslideEconomic Profile | 20 2.4 Socio-economic and Cultural Profile Political Subdivisions Maria Aurora is subdivided into forty (40) barangays with twenty six (26) lowland barangays and fourteen (14) upland barangays. The upland barangays are those, which majorities of the areas are within forestland. Demography ‘The population over area density of the municipality as of 2017 is just about one (1) person per hectares of land. Upland areas which comprises 14 barangays covers 34,382.33 hectares of land with a population of 12,188 while lowland areas comprises 26 barangays covering 8,246.86 hectares of land inhabited by 28,546 people. With a total population of 2,066 in an area of just 44.62 hectares Barangay IV, is the mostly densely populated barangay at 46 person/hectares followed by Barangay II at 1,624 person over 80.08 hectares of land or 20 person/hectares and Barangay I with 1,024 person at 50.12 hectares and Barangay 3 at 834 person at 60.04 hectares of land or 14 persor/hectares all of which located in the poblacion Table 11. Population by Barangays, CBMS 2016-2017 BARANGAY HOUSEHOLD | POPULATION LAND AREA DENSITY | Alcala 143 532 214.81 2 [Bagtu 170 703 220.14 3 Bangeo 168 674 422.15 2 Bannawag 123 500 293.18 2 Barangay I (Pob.) 244 ___ 1024 50.12 20 Barangay II (Pob.) 432 1624 80.08 20 [Barangay Til Pob.) 219) 334 60.04 4 [Barangay IV (Pob.) 595 2066 44.62 46 | Baubo 155 622 472.38 1 Bayanihan 214 976 6,110.33 oO Bazal 325 1342 3,782.90 0 ituculan East 174 651 70.74 9 Cabituculan West 136 522 89.27 6 Debucao 342 1303 254.34 5 | Decoliat 116 488 1,300.19 0 | Detailen 180 726 248.25 3 [ Diaat 351 1322 679.82 2 37 150 1,116.64 0 42 159 567.14 oO jianawan 284 1043 3,638.94 0 iit 262 993 1,690.43 1 imanpudso 301 944 222.78 ¢ Diome 205 799 254.36 3 | Estonilo 184 702 229.27 3 Florida 384 1386 166.46 8 | Galintuja 150 577 3,134.21 0 | Cadayacan 319 1332 1316.79 T 4 Malasin 135 527 149.02Economic Profile |21 | Ponglo 87 384 4816.52 0 Quirino 334 1837, 294.48 6 Ramada 262 1051 171.92 6 San Joaquin [397 1362 314.49 3 San Jose 332 1336 239.55 6 San Leonardo 96 | 372 345.26 1 Santa Lucia 7 489 131.93 4 Santo Tomas | 171 646 312.83 i Suguit I 110 432 946.72 0 (Villa Aurora [138 688 6,674.15 0 [ Wenceslao [313 1250 732.2 2 San Juan [187 790 369.74 2 MUNICIPAL [9134 | 38157 42,629.19 1 ‘Source: CBMS 2016-2017 — a. Population in Urban and Rural Barangay ‘The most populated barangays are Barangay IV and Quirino with 2,066 and 1,837 respectively, both in lowland barangays. The least populated in upland is Barangay Dialatnan with only 150 inhabitants. Current rural population is 22,744 representing 64.69% while urban population comprises of 12,413 or 35.31% of the total population of the municipality. The average urban population density is fourteen (14), however, out of the nine urban barangays Barangay IV in Poblcaion has the highest population density equivalent to 46. b. Average Annual Growth Rate Based on 2010 and 2015 population census, Maria Aurora has a increasing annual growth rate of 0.878. This is a good indicator that the place is not populated and only a few resources are being spent. As for the years to come, it ‘must also be noted that the population might reach its carrying capacity. In terms of annual growth rate based on 2010 and 2015 population, upland barangays have a positive growth rate of 0.8533 while lowland barangays have also positive growth rate of 0.888. The indicated growth rate in upland population shows a possibility of migration to upland area.Economic Profile | 22 Table 12. Causes of Upland Migr: ion 2010 2015 UPLAND Bayanihan 1202 1425 ° Farming, source of livelihood Bazal 1118 1368 Farming, source of livelihood Decoliat 487 472 Farming, source of livelihood Diaat 1292 1528 Farming, source of livelihood Dialatnan 170 198 Farming, source of livelihood Diaman 216 257 Farming, source of livelihood Dianawan 968 1191 Farming, source of livelihood Galintuja 760 729 Farming, source of livelihood Punglo 398 466 Farming, source of livelihood San Juan 836 876 Farming, source of livelihood Sto. Tomas 640 697 Farming, source of livelihood Suguit 514 604 Farming, source of livelihood. Villa Aurora 796 878 Farming, source of livelihood Wenceslao 1353 1499 Farming, source of livelihood SUB-TOTAL 10,750 12,188 LOWLAND 26,020 28,546 TOTAL 36,770 40,734 Farming and source of livelihood are the main causes of in-migration as shown in Table 11. However, there is no available data pertaining to actual number of person migrated to the municipality coming from other places as of 2017.Econmie Profile | 23 Table 13. Population Projection Estimate renee Alcala 353 383 | 508 630647 | 664 | 682 | 700 [718 [737 Bagtu 719 wr | 843 888 | 911 | 936 | 960] 986 [10121039 Bangeo 676 712 [731 77_|791_| 812] 833 _| 855] 878 | 901 Bannawag 496 323 | 536 365 | 580 | 596 | oil | 628 | 644 | 661 Bray | 1356 1504 _|_1585 1758 | 1852 | 1950 | 2084 | 2164 | 2979 | 2401 Brey? 1930 | 241_|_2255 2502_| 2636 | 2776 [2924 | 3080 [3244 [3417 Brey3 894 992 [1045 1is9 | 1221 | 1286 | 1354 | 1427 | 1503 | 1583 Brey 4 2458 |_2727_‘| 2872 3187 «| 3357 | 3535 | 3724 | 3922 | a132_[ 4352 Baubo 2 676 |_ 094 732_| 751_| 7 | 791 | 812 | 834 | 856 Bayanihan 1425 1502_|_1541 1624_|_1667_|i7i1_| 1757 [1803 | issi_|_ 1900 Bazal 1368 t4at_|_1480 1559 | 1600_|1643_| 1686 [1731_[177_|_ 1824 Cab. East 676 7i2_|_731_| 781_| 70 | 791 | 812_| 833 | ass | 878 | 901 Cab. West 534 363_|_578 oo | 2s | om | 65s | 676 | 694 | 712 Debucao 1385 1459 |_1498 |1s79_|~1620_[~1663_| 1707 [1753 | 1799_[ 1847 Decoliat 47 a7 sil 538 | 552 | sev | sex | 507 | 613 | 629 Detailen 379 926 [931 vooa_{ 1038 [1056 [oss [ nina [1173 Diaat 1528 1610_|_1653 1rai_|_1788_[_1835_| tea | 1934 [198s | 2037 Dialatman 198 209 [214 26 | 232 | 238 | 244 | 251 | 257 | 264 Diaman 257 zm | 278 293 | 301 [309 [317 | 325 | 33438 Dianawan 1191 1255_| 1388 1357 [1393 [1430 | 1468_|1507_|1547_[ 1588 Dikilit 1019 1o74_|_1102 tei {1192 [1224 | 1256 [1289 [1324 | 1359 Dimanpudso 1353 1501 | 1581 i7s4_| 1848 [1946 | 2050_|2159__| 2274 | 2395 Diome 857 903 | 927 977_| 1003 | 1029 | 1056 | 108s [1113 [1143 Estonilo 784 326 | 848 aoa | 917 | 942 | 966 | 992 | 1018 | 1045 Florida 1925 [2025 [2133 2366_|2492_| 2625 [2765 [2912 | 3068 | 3231 Galintyja 29 768 |_789 ai [953 | ams | a9 [922 | 947 | 972 Cadayacan 1357 1430_|_1468 1547 [1588 | 1630_| 1673 [1717 [1763 | 1809 Malasin 654 689 [707 74s [765 | 785 | 806 | 928 | 850 | 872 Ponglo 466 4o1_ [soa ssi_| 345 | 560 | 574 | 590 | 605 | 621 Quirino 1843 1942_| 1993, 2100_|2156 [3213 [2972 [2332 | 2394 [2457 Ramada 17 1233 | 1268 1336 | _1371_[ 1407_| 1445 [1483 [1522 | 1565. San Joaquin 174 1902_| 2003 zm | 241 | 2465 | 2597 | 2735 | 2881 | 3035 San Jose 1677 1860 | 1960 2i7a | 2200 | 2412 | 2541 | 2676 | 2819 | 2969 San Leonardo 5 a 319_[ 332] 346 | 561_| 376 [391] 607 Santa Lucia S78 609 | 625 659 | 676 | ov | 73 | 731 | 751 | 771 Santo Tomas oH 734_| 754 yoa_[ais_|_937_|_ 859 | 882 905_ | 929 Suguit 604 636 | 653 ss_| 707 | 725 | 743 | 764 | 785 | 805 Villa Aurora 878 925_| 950 voor_| 1027 | i0s4_| 1082 tnt | 1140 | 1071 ‘Wenceslao 1499 1579 [1621 1708_|_1754 | 1800 | 184s" | 1807 | 1947 | 1999 Son Juan 876 923 | 948 | 973 | 998 | 1025 | 1052 | 1080 | 1109 | 1138 | 1168Econmie Profile | 24 The population of Maria Aurora for the planning period, 2017-2025, was projected using the mathematical method based on the geometric annual growth rate of 2.65% for rural barangays and 5.33% for urban from the 2010-2015 census years. Apparently, the population of Maria Aurora will reach 60,085 by year 2026 or at the end of the planning period. This signifies a total increase of 19,351 from the 40,734 population in 2015 or an average annual increase of 2,150 persons. The urban area (Brey Poblacion) is projected to increase its population to 10,175 while the rest of the barangays will have a total of 9,176 populations by 2026. (See Table 12- Population Projection and Estimate) ‘The projected population will provide the most basic consideration in planning for the socio-economic, infrastructure and other development needs of the population and in determining the spatial growth of the town within the planning period. c. Literacy Table 14. Literacy of Population Five Years Old and Over, 2015 MALE FEMALE BOTH SEX INDICATOR no. RATE No. ae NO. Pee % 2 % % Literate 13,651 97.47 13,077 97.30 26,728 97.39 Illiterate 354 2.53 363 2.70 77 2.61 Total Ropulation? | 14 09514" 51.03) 13,440. | 48.97 |27,445.1 = 100 10 yrs above) Source: CBMS 2017 The literacy level in the municipality for year 2017 is 97.47%. This means that of its 27.445 population within the ages 10 years old and above, there were 26,728 literates and 717 (2.61%) illiterates. (Table 14).Econmie Profile | 25 Table 15. By Highest Grade Completed, 20 NO. N % Pre-School 63 46% 53 0.40% 116 Elementary 4,784 35% 4416 33% 9,248 1-4" Grade 2485 18% 2184 16% 4669 5" -7" Grade 1592 12% «= 1439 11% 3021 Elementary Graduate 707 5% 793 6% 1558 High School 6,079 44% , 5,764 BY 11,843 Undergraduate 2,063 15% 1,909 14% 3972 Graduate 4016 29% 3855 29% 7871 Post-Secondary 344 3% 23 ge 587 Undergraduate 126 1% 95 1% 221 Graduate 218 2% 148 1% 366 College 2,343 17% 2,830 21% 5,173 Undergraduate 1382 10% 1415 1% 2797 Graduate 961 ™% 1415 11% 2376 Master’s / PhD Graduate 26 19% 44 33% 70 Alternative Learning Sys 34 0.25% = 20 015% = 54 SPED 1 0.01% 6 0.04% 7 TOTAL 13,674 13,376 27,098 0.43% 34% 1% 11% 6% 44% 15% 29% 2% 0.8% 14% 19% 10% 9% 0.26% 0.20% 0.03% In terms of highest grade completed of its population ages 5 years old and above, a sizable 9,248 or 34% have completed the elementary grade level. A total of 7,871 or about 29% completed the secondary level while only 70 or 0.26% are Master’s /PhD Graduate. There were more female (1415) than male (1382) college under graduates. (See Table 15) 4, Population by Mother Tongue Table 16. Population by Mother Toi Hocano 19,765 Pangasinan 8 Bikolano 422 Bisaya/Waray 380 Cebuano 18 Tagalog 10,799 Other Dialects 3,765 Total 35,157 The major dialect in Maria Aurora is Hocano. In 2017, about 56.22% of its populace has Ilocano as their mother tongue. The Ilocano-speaking population has gradually given in to speaking other major tongues on account of constant immigration. Other dialects that have found their way in the municipality are TagalogFeonmie Profile | 26 which is considered as their second mother tongue, Pangasinan, Bicolano, Bisaya/Waray, Cebuano, and other dialects. (See Table 16) ¢. Religious Affiliation Table 17.Population by Religious Affiliation, 2017 RELIGIOUS % OF TOTAL Nai ee wating NO. OF MEMBERS ae Roman Catholic 24.838 0° 70.65% Iglesia ni Cristo 1,877 5.34% Protestant 2,064 5.87% Aglipay 4 0.01% Islam 28 0.08% Other 6,346 18.05% Total 35,157 100% Source :mpdo_maria Of the total 35,157 total population in 2017, majority are affiliated with Roman Catholic with 24,838 or 70.65 percent, followed by other religious affiliations with 6,346 or 18.05 percent and by Protestant and Iglesia ni Cristo with 5.87 percent and 5.34 percent, respectively (Table 17) f, Household Population 15 Years Old and Over by Employment Status About 11,532 or 32.80 percent of the total household population 15-64 years old are in the labor force. The employed populations constitute about 95.20 percent or 10,978; while 4.8 percent or 554 are unemployed. However, statistics showed that the employed are underemployment status comprising of 41.93%. The data on labor force revealed that there is insufficient job opportunities in the locality, thus, additional employment for the maximum utilization of the labor force is essential.Chapter 1 | 27 Chapter 1 Comprehensive Development Planning in Maria Aurora 1.1 Policy Considerations For the next six years, 2019-2025, the Municipal Government of Maria Aurora shall be administered using a framework where government actions in terms of Programs, projects and policies to be adopted and implemented shall originate from a comprehensive study of the various development challenges confronting the LGU. To carry this out, the Municipal Government, being a political subdivision of the Province of Aurora, shall be exercising both sovereign and proprietary functions Sovereign functions refer to those, which by their very nature are strictly governmental. Proprietary relate to those which purpose are to promote the comfort and convenience of the inhabitants. For efficiency, in the case of the latter, these are continually downloaded to the private sector, As the primary objective of the process, Comprehensive Development Planning is expected to capture the genuine needs, aspirations and interests ofthe residents, whether as groups or as individuals. Towards this end, a participatory process was observed to ensure that the programs and projects and the policies that Will be adopted are truly reflective of popular sentiment. ‘The proposed organizational structure that must be put in place in accordance with the framework shall ensure that the people shall have a permanent forum over which they can have voice and share of Power in the reins of governance especially on policies affecting their welfare. Clearly, Section 16: ‘The “General Welfare” Clause of the Local Government Code of 1991 or Republic Act No. 7160 is a summation of the purpose for which every Local Government Unit (LGU) in the Philippines is organized. 1.2 Legal Mandate The governing law for all Local Government Units (LGUs); the Local Government Code of 1991 or R.A. No, 7160. enjoins various LGUs from the Barangay up to the Province or Highly-Urbanized City level to prepare Integrated and Comprehensive Multi-Sectoral Plans. Section 109 of the LGC’ expressly mandates LGUs to undertake comprehensive planning.Chapter 1 | 28 The Planning Hierarchy ensures thet this Municipal Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) shall be linked upward and that the integrated Barangay Development Plans of its forty (40) barangays shall find expression in. this Comprehensive Development Plan. Plan linkaging shall ensure that community level needs are addressed and aspirations reflected in higher level plans. The unity from the nexus under the various administrative levels shall ascertain their being efficiently addressed through proper governmental actions. This also leads to the optimization of meager government resources and increasing societal benefits from sound public spending. Proper use of political authority and the broadened administrative powers of LGUs are directed to attain greater effectiveness from the intended outputs from services rendered. 1.3 Sectoral Concerns Sectoral concerns and issues identified in this Plan document were drawn heavily from the Updated Economic Profile (EP). While titled “Profile”, the EP goes beyond profiling because it contains an analysis of the development problems besetting the locality. Cross-checked in public consultations with the various stakeholders of the LGU, these problems were defined to ensure propriety from the Tesponse-interventions expected from the municipal government, Said interventions will be concretized through Programs, Projects and Policies. Below are the major Sectoral Concems intended to be magnified, fleshed out and which resolution requires precise employment of resources by the Municipal Government of Maria Aurora 1.3.1 Social Development This section of the CDP is concemed with advaneing the well-being of the local population, being the essence of development and for whom and by whom the LGU exists and functions. Measures for upgrading social services that respond to the needs of the people for achieving better quality of life and improving participation in local development are tackled in this sectoral plan.Chapter 1 | 29 1.3.2 Economie Development Good governance and the well-being of local population are factors and funetions of a sound economy. The latter serves to provide the resources the government needs to keep it functioning and the jobs for the people in the community. On the other hand, depending on the state of the economy is the level of responsiveness of the govemment to demands for public goods and services and the level of well-being of the population. The Economic Development chapter of the CDP, hence, provides for a description of how the LGU shall provide the environment for stimulating the growth of the local economy and how the people will participate in and benefit from this growth, The sector plan also includes measures for tapping into the potential and existing assets of the local area to create opportunities for growth of economic activities, 13.3 Environmental Management Section 16 or the General Welfare Clause of the LGC expressly states the responsibility of every local goverment to ensure and support, among others, the promotion of health and safety of the people and the enhancement of their right to @ balanced ecology. Thus considering, the Environmental Management chapter of the CDP embodies the local government's plan for ensuring the sustainable development of the municipality, This includes ‘measures for ensuring that development shall not pose harm to both people and the environment, and that protection or preservation of the quality of the environment for the people’s enjoyment are pursued alongside with the pursuit of physical and economic development. 1.3.4 Physical/Infrastructure Development This component of the CDP includes programs for the development of the physical facilities or infrastructure essential to promoting local economic development and ensuring public health and safety as well as the comfort and convenience, disaster resilient and climate change adaptive citizens, Such programs include, among others, the construction and maintenance of roadsChapter 1 | 30 and bridges, water supply systems, slaughterhouse, schools, health centers, post harvest facilities, drainage and sewerage, and flood control and the laying down of an efficient and appropriate pattern of growth decmed to encourage development across areas of the municipality. 1.3.5. Institutional Development Good governance lays the foundation for the sustainable development of the local area, It provides the impetus to development and ensures that such shall be achieved as it is the duty and responsibility of the local government to manage the affairs of its territorial jurisdiction more so its growth and development for the well-being of its people. These components of the CDP focuses on enhancing the capacity of the bureaucracy and the local officials to plan and manage the municipality’s development and to effectively and efficiently deliver the public goods and services expected of it to provide and carry out. This includes, among others, programs for improving the structure and staffing of the local government administration, better fiscal management, enhancing stakeholders’ participation in the development process, and strengthening executive and legislative tie-up. 1.4 Comprehensive Development Planning Process Depicted on the diagrammatic presentation are the steps observed in the preparation of the Municipal Comprehensive Development Plan, to wit: 1.4.1 Situational Analysis ‘The first step is the Situational Analysis, which is further di parts: a) Statistical Value Comparison/Initial Problem Identification. From available literature, primarily secondary data such as published and annotated reports, preliminary assessment of the planning environment has indicated to the Planning Team whether or not the municipality is experiencing a problem involving a particular statistical indicator using its value as gauge. Standard values of Indicators unique to the Sectors were used as basis and reference in the problem identification process. Smallb) Chapter 1 | 31 numerical advantages for the municipality were still classified as problems to ensure that the valuable human resource as potential beneficiary is not left behind in terms of opportunity for growth and development through appropriate interventions. A sccond-layer analysis also known as problem profiling was undertaken for the Planning Team to have atbird’s eye view of the identified problems, their nature and their relevance to the environment. Better-off values indicated that the municipality is not confronted with a particular problem for the particular sector. These were classified as strong points calling for hot pursuit for greater positive results, Development Problem Validation and Analysis, Problems identified from the statistical value referencing were subjected to public consultation, Identification of proximate and underlying determinants (factors responsible for such problems) was done in this stage. It is necessary to ensure that interventions that would be identified shall be appropriate, responsive and relevant. Insights from private sector partners such as those from the academe and business, Non-Govemment Organizations (NGOs) and People’s Organizations (POs) have provided a distinct and balancing private sector perspective on the following important points: 1) Whether or not a problem identified in the Statistical Value Referencing is observed or experienced on the ground; 2) Whether or not the determinants initially identified were contributing to a problem; and, 3) Magnitude and/or extent of the adverse effects of the problem on the people in need and those in demand.Chapter 1 | 32 Lessons leamed from actual plan implementation have been inputted in this stage. 14.2 Goal Formul: Using the problem and its characteristic as premise, the desired future condition under a problem-less setting was portrayed for a problem or inter- connected problems. Merged into a cohesive and unified response statement, each Goal formulated describes the desired future state or scenario when the problem/s shall have been eliminated. Under the usual planning process, the Goals formulated are considered as inter-sectoral in nature, broader, more comprehensive and representative of multi-faceted development perspective. The compilation of Goals, if and when achieved shall help attain the long-range Vision of the municipality. 1.4.3 Objective Formulation Ideally, an Objective is on a one-on-one correspondence with a particular Problem. Pure and simple, like the Goal, it is a condition when said problem shall already have disappeared. While an objective is more detailed and more focused than a Goal, it is limited and narrower in scope. An Objective is expectedly the direct (positive) opposite of every Problem analyzed. A compilation of related objectives will contribute to the attainment of a particular Goal. 1.4.4 Target-Setting A technical analysis enhanced by insights from the stakeholders, and the past or historical values of relevant Outcome Indicators were closely looked into and considered in the quantification of targets within the plan period. An analysis of problems being addressed to include those related to plan implementation was considered in the process, Consideration of the causes of problems and the performance of historical data was directed at ensuring that the targets set within the plan period are realistic and attainable.Chapter 1 | 33 1.4.5 Strategy Formulation Ways on achieving Goals, Objectives and Targets were identified in this stage. Strengths and Opportunities (SOs) were surfaced and validated through the public consultations, Strategy Statements were technically crafted to ensure that they would be pushed hard on meeting the set Objectives and Targets and minimize the anticipated adverse effects from identified Weaknesses and Threats (WTs). The value of an intensive Problem Identification and Analysis was appreciated in this respect. This stage will input into the Project and Policy Identification process.Chapter TI] 34 Chapter II Development Issues and Concerns 2.1 Analytical Framework The following illustrates the specific steps observed and the linkages in the identification and definition of Development Issues and Concerns that shall be addressed in this Plan document. * 2.1.1 Available Plan Documents and Printed Reports Primary inputs to the Problem Identification Process were largely drawn from the Updated Ecological Profile (BP). Said EP contains a preliminary identification of the Proximate and Underlying Determinants (Immediate and Root Causes) of the municipality's Development Problems and Concems. The Political boundary of the LGU defines the primary level of geographic analysis, As part of the comparative analytical methodology, Sectoral Planning Standards and the performance of relevant outcome and output indicators as interfaced with those of the other geographic areas. Using relevant statistics and mapped information, Maria Aurora's current situation was analyzed relative to the factors that have continuously hindered or retarded its growth and development. In so doing, facilitating factors that would expectedly unlock the vast development potentials of the municipality were also identified On the other hand, barangays within the municipality serve as the major level of analytical disaggregation. Where deemed necessary, groups or cluster of barangays as well as geographically delineated areas such as upland and lowland barangays were also utilized in the analysis. Hindering or retarding factors for growth of these barangays were highlighted. Development opportunities that would anchor on the current strong points of the municipality were determine, 2.1.2 Interview with Key Informants The Planning Team’s Sectoral Technical Working Groups (TWGs) created to do the Plan Preparation were time and again convened to ascertain theChapter TI] 35 circumstances surrounding the municipality’s development issues and concerns, technical staff provided incisive insights through their experiential views and commentaries, All Punong Barangays, department heads and their respe: These were considered in the definition of said development issues and concerns, 2.1.3 Consultations with Various Development Stakeholders ‘The members of the Municipal Development Council which composed of all Punong Barangays, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Business and Religious Sector, local and national department heads, academe gathered to meet and interact with local chief executive and officials in the determination of the municipality’s problems and the proposed resolutions to the same. The consultation meeting was held to generate inputs from various stakeholders a to the characteristics of the development concerns and issues, the factors that gave way to them and the reasons for their continuing existence. Said consultation meeting was held on June 27, 2017, ‘The second and last consultation was conducted on April 22-26, 2018 during the preliminary workshop for the formulation of this plan, During this event the group formulatedthe vision, mission and the various strategies that must be adopted for its attainment considering various prioritized development programs and projects that must be implemented within the six-year plan period to pursue the identified development strategies. The nexus of Problem Identification and Identification of Intérventions @rograms, Projects and Policies) has cast in stone the unity, coherence and effectiveness of the Plan in addressing the municipality’s development concerns and issues and in pushing it forward to growth and development.Chapter I] 36 2.2 Beyond Profiling ‘The identification of Development Issues and Concems was beyond profiling or mere description of the municipality and its populace. Initial problems profiling was supplemented by Cause/Determinant Identification from a review of existing Annual Accomplishment Reports. The Planning Team dug deeper into the root causes of the Development Issues and Concems. Paratlel effort to the identification of the real causes of development problems was on the evaluation of future interventions to ensure their propriety and effectiveness. As expected, immediate and short-term causes would require immediate and short-term responses, Long-range causes would call for more lasting and permanent solutions, which execution, when found beyond the timeframe of the Plan document was made part of the Long-Term Development Strategic Framework on which this Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) is anchored. 2.3 Problem Tree Analysis The Analytical Planning Tool used in the Problem Identification process was the Problem Tree Analysis. The advantage of this tool in terms of Depth and Comprehensiveness in analysis cannot be overemphasized. The Cause-Effect Relationship has accorded the Planning Team the opportunity to double-check on the logical connection between two known events. Another benefit from the Problem Tree Analysis is the facility by which appropriate solutions and their connectivity were identified. Opposite the Problem Tree is the Objective Tree, another way of erosschecking whether the Problem Tree relations previously identified are valid. The discussion of the development constraints or issues and contems in the succeeding chapters below shows the intertelationships of the development problems identified in Maria Aurora as well as their proximate and underlying causes.Chapter TIT | 37 Chapter HI Development Goals, Objectives and Targets 3.1 Vision Statement Taking off from the Development Issues and Concems identified in the previous section, the Planning Team described the geferal condition desired for the municipality and its constituents at the end of the Plan Period in the following manner: The Munici ity of Maria Aurora shall be by 2024: > strong domestic economy with agriculture as major source of livelihood supported by modern, disaster resilient and climate change adaptive infrastructure facilities, ‘i a hub of quality education and health services, v the heart of agro-ecotourism industry in the province, v has an enriched cultural heritage, v a resilient community, v and a residential haven characterized by a sustainable environment that is peaceful and fit for healthy and living, and where empowered and responsible citizens work in partnership and unity with an efficient, responsive and accountable local government. 3.2 Vision Elements, Descriptors and Success Indicators ‘The key elements making up the Vision Statement are briefly described herein. ‘They represent the legislative intent embodied in Section 16 of the Local Government Code or the General Welfare Clause.Chapter TH | 38 3.2.1 Good Governance and Community Participation The kind and quality of development and environment that a locality turns out to all boils down to the quality of local administration and governance as it is here where the direction of development is crafted and the related policies and programs in pursuit of development emanate and are subsequently implemented. Any vision df development therefore must come with enhancement of local govemance and administration as well in mind for any of the fruits of development and in particular the vision itself to come to fruition. Efficiency, responsiveness and accountability shall be the trademark of governance of Maria Aurora. This means that systems and processes for the effective delivery of service are in place and working, and providing the impetus for development. Good governance is the stamp of work of the LGU from the top leadership down to the lowest stage of the local government hierarchy. All units of the local government work with the highest ideals and verve for public service. And though differences in political ideologies and alliances among local leaders exist, this does not deter them from collaborating and working as one in the interest of the municipality’s development and growth. Good governance is also marked by peace and order that is a result of having a public safety system that is adequate and that ensures protection for all and at anytime in the locality. Communities are actively involved in community building and the people’s voice is actively sought and considered in the process of designing for the development of the town. 3.2.2 A Vibrant and Diverse Local Economy Being at the gateway of the province, the municipality is a thriving hub ofagri-based and tourism industry in the province. Ht is a trading and commercial center where people in and around gravitate for food, non-foodChapter LIT | 39 and agricultural supplies. Services are flourishing and provide consumers with ‘numerous options that guarantee customer satisfaction. As the municipality's domestic agricultural industry is thriving that provide the backbone to the municipality’s flourishing economy made possible by an investment-friendly business environment, adequate support infrastructure, and a skilled and Pproduttive workforce that matches labor requirement. Maria Aurora is one of the tourism hub of the province not only because of the Balete Ecological Park, but because it has numerous natural waterfalls and existence of protected areas rich with flora and fauna. The mountain ranges of Sierra Madre within the Aurora Memorial National Park as habitat of Philippine Eagle (Agawid) and Rafflesiaspecies. Maria Aurora is attractive in itself because of its livable environment and activities that are guaranteed to bring fun and a unique cultural experience. Mu ipality’s agriculture sector, while accounting for a paltry share of the local economy, is sustained by productivity improvements through adequate farm support and the integrated approach to farming, The sector is also bolstered by value-adding activities that, coupled with higher farm productivity, allow farm families to enjoy higher farm family income, 3.2.3 A Balanced and Livable Environment Quality of life shall above all be the ultimate end of the local government of Maria Aurora. This it shall pursue with not just economic prosperity in mind but also with creating a sound and balanced environment that would allow the people to engage in sustainable and healthy living. This means that environmentally critical or constrained areas re free from human. encroachment and therefore pose no hazard to human lives.Chapter IIT | 40 The municipality's forest reserve and watersheds are protected and lush with vegetation, ensuring for the community life-giving water and clean air. Urban parks or open spaces are maintained providing for the municipal populace natural and altemative recreation to built ones, while enjoying a clean and peaceful environment. 3.2.4 Well-Ordered Settlement and Ease of Access It shall be the precept of the municipality to put everything in its right place, to keep settlements and people from hazards way. The above-said means that settlements are directed away from environmentally critical and resource reserve areas while also providing for the needed infrastructure and services that make Maria Aurora a truly suitable and desirable place to live, such as adequate and effective drainage, sewerage and flood control systems, sufficient and stable water and power supply, and reliable telecommunication facilities among others, Access and mobility is unhampered and allows for the efficient flow of made possible through effective transport system. products and people, Thi 3.2.5 Social Equity and Better Quality of Life Maria Aurora shall be driven by economic prosperity and social equity, This means that the fruits of development benefit are felt by all sectors of society particularly the marginalized. These ean be achieved by ensuring investments on social services, prioritizing the needs of the poor and the disadvantaged ensuring that the same are accessible. Nevertheless, while the marginalized sectors are at the receiving end of aid and social setviees from the government, they, on the other hand, and to the extent possible are self. reliant and economically active members of society. Quality health care, education, and housing are accessible to and enjoyed by all sectors. Thus, men, women and children from all walks of lifeChapter HI | 41 are not only healthy but are productive or present potentials for contributing to the creation of wealth for development. Furthermore, people are living in decent environment where there is less, if not without, risk to life and limbs, and benefit from safe and reliable water and power supply. Security and ‘comfort are not just confined in homes, but pervades all areas of the municipality allowing residents and visitors alike to live and move about the locality freely and confident of their safety tnd security. 3.3 Vision-Reality Gap Interfacing with the Vision Statement embodying the end-state of the municipality, the current situation in this Section provides information and appreciation of the required magnitude or extent of work and the expected results. The Vision-Reality Gap has accorded the Planning Team the opportunity to arrive at the Inputs that must be put in place and the processes that must be observed to bridge the Gap between the Vision and the situation currently obtaining in the municipality.Sectoral Plan | 42 SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT SECTOR INTRODUCTION This sector focuses the issues on edutation, health and nutrition, social welfare and development, public order and safety, sport, recreation, arts and culture, This compilation of proposed activities is design to deal with these issues and concems relative to the holistic well-being of the local community, upgrading the social services and resiliency to cope any challenges given by the environment, Questions of equity and social justice and gender sensitivity are also address by this sectoral plan. GOAL: To improve the state of physical and social well-being of local population by enhaneing the quality, social services in health, education, welfare and protective services. Concems on equity, social justice, gender concerns and those of vulnerable groups, cultural preservation and enrichment, A. EDUCATION i, CHALLENGES. The following are the specific development problems posing as challenges to the municipal government, to: » Low honorarium for the ALS Instructional Managers (IMs) » Shortage of classrooms and other educational facilitiesSectoral Plan | 43 The rapid increase in the population of the municipality attributed not only to natural causes but also to in-migration has consistently resulted to shortage of instructional classrooms and other facilities necessary for good quality of education, Presently, the high classroom-student ration is expected to adversely affect the quality of instruction that elementary pupils and high school including senior high school would obtain. Other facilities that need to be provided are resource centres like libraries, laboratories, gender sensitive comfort rooms and sports facilities, POTENTIALS Amidst the development challenges that it has to address, the municipality has development potentials as listed below that need to be unlocked to drive the locality’s growth and development. » Supportive Local Government Units, NGO's, NGA’s, private sectors and stakeholders Education is a basic service that every local government must deliver to its constituents pursuant to section 16 of RA 7160. v. Available budget for Altemative Learning System (ALS) under the Special Education Fund or SEF. The Local Schoo! Board as manager for the programming and utilization of the Special Education Fund shall include funding for the Altemative Learning System to augment the department's fund, > K to 12 Program The K to 12 Program covers Kindergarten and 12 years of basic education (six years of primary education, four years of Junior High School, and two years of Senior High School [SHS}) to provide sufficient time for mastery of concepts and skills, develop lifelong leamers, and prepare graduates for tertiary education, middle-level skills development, employment, and entrepreneurship.iii. iv. Sectoral Plan | 44 > High gross enrolment rate The relative high number of school-age children are population who enter school indicates the capability of the DepEd to absorb the increasing number of school entrants. The same administrative and operational cost for entrants incurred for new entrants would be the same throughout the school year. To maximize the resources for the educational sector, pupils and students must be kept in school GOAL Ensure inclusive and qui OBJECTIVES » To increase annually the number of conducive classrooms, other educational 'y education for all facilities and instructional materials from the current number, > To increase coverage of the implementation of ALS program TARGETS At the end of each Fiscal Year, two (2) two- classroom buildings will be provided to the 2 schools. Construct at least one (1) ancillary schoo! building per year Repair and maintenance of schoo! buildings and facilities will be provided annually. Strengthen LGU-DepEd partnership in the implementation of ALS program STRATEGIES AND POLICIES RA 9155 otherwise known as the Governance Act for Basic Education PROGRAM AND PROJECT 1. Construction of schoo! buildings and other educational facilities 2. Repair and maintenance of school buildings and other facilitiesSectoral Plan | 45 MARIA AURORA SKILLS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (MASDC) CHALLENGES: > Limited space and facilities to cater different courses v Facilities and courses offered are not recognized and/or approved by TESDA Lack of vehicles/transportations to cater Mobile Training Program Limited operational fund Staff development vVvvyv Lack of qualified trainers > Limited Skills Program offered POTENTIALS: > Presence of TESDA scholarship program > Available Budget for MASDC GOALS: Promote and strengthen the quality of technical education and skills development programs to attain international competitiveness OBJECTIVES: » To serve as a quality centre of technical skill and development training by 2024 TARGETS: BY THE END OF 2024 4 All courses offered are registered,and trainer's are certified by TESDA 4. Enhanced and sustained Mobile Training ProgramSectoral Plan | 46 vi. STRATEGIES AND POLICIES: + RA 7796 Rules and Regulation Implementing the TESDA Act of 1994 It provide relevant, accessible, high quality and efficient technical education and skills development in support of the development of high quality Filipino middle- level manpower responsive to and in accordance with Philippine development goals and priorities, The State shall encourage active participation of various concemed sectors, particularly private enterprises, being direct participants in and immediate beneficiaries of a trained and skilled work force, in providing technical education and skills development opportunities “4 RA 10647 Ladderized Education ACT of 2014 In line with the constitutional guarantee for the State to promote the right of all citizens to quality and accessible education at all levels and to establish, maintain and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people and contributory to national development, it is hereby declared the policy of the State to institutionalize the ladderized interface between technical-vocational education and training (TVET) and higher education ‘o open the pathways of opportunities for career and educational progression of students and workers, create @ seamless and borderless system of education, empower students and workers to exercise options or to choose when to enter and exit in the educational ladder, and provide job platforms at every exit as well as, the opportunity to earn income. The State likewise recognizes and supports the promotion ‘and protection of the inherent academic freeciom enjoyed by all institutions of higher learning. For this purpose, the govemment shall uphold the academic standards, equity Principles, promptness and consistency of the applications’ admissions and equivaleney policies of higher education institutions (HEJs).Sectoral Plan | 47 + Municipal Ordinance No. 5, series 2012 creating the Maria Aurora Skills Development Center MASDC was created to cater Out-of-School Youth, women and other unskilled individual. It is operated and financed by the Municipal Government of Maria Aurora vii, PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS: 1. Skills Training Facilities Development Program . Mobile Training Program 2 3. Training for Work Scholarship Program 4. Special Skills Program ¥ Management & staff Development Program B. HEALTH AND NUTRITION CHALLENGES: » POOR HEALTH OUTCOMES Health outcome is the result of different intervention to change community health status and measured by different health indicators. Current health problems like inadequate number of functional facility and Competent human resource, unstable information system for decision making, and low Philhealth enrolment and utilization were attributes of poor health outcomes. ii, POTENTIALS: » Presence of health facility and basic health equipment, © 26 Brgy. Health Centers © 6 Health and Nutrition PostSectoral Plan | 48 * 26 TSEK-UP Kit, (BP apparatus, Digital Thermometer, Nebulizer, Glucometer, Cut-down Instruments) © Weighing and measuring tools > Communicable and non-communicable diseases Control Program * Functional TB-DOTS Facility and laboratory Functional Animal Bite Treatment Center Presence of essential medicines (antibiotics) Expanded program on Immunization Presence of Essential medicines( HPN-DM drugs) ® Health Information System (Electronic Medical Record) * Functional Electronic Medical Record System (iClinicSys), DOH provided ‘* Trained personnel on iClinieSys > Resource for Health Development * 1 Physician , 4 Nurses(2 Permanent, 2 casual), I MedTech, 14 Midwives (10 permanent, 1 casual,4 J.0.), 1 Sanitation Inspector(Provincial), 1 Pharmacist(casual) , 17 augmented health personnel from DOH * Trained personnel on Different Health Programs + Availability of Trained Barangay Natrition Scholars (BNS) and Barangay Health Workers (BHW). > PHILHEALTH (Enrolment and Utilization) * Available fund for Philhealth Enrolment for indigent families(LGU) * Philhealth Accredited Services(PCB1, TB-DOTS and Malaria package)Sectoral Plan | 49 iii, GOAL: iv. vi. People of Maria Aurora attain the best possible health outcomes with no disparity: feel respected, valued and empowered in all of interaction with the health system protected from high cost of health care especially the poor, marginalized and vulnerable. OBJECTIVES: > To improve primary health care services. > To secure quality health data. TARGETS: All existing barangay health centers are functional,equipped with basic medical equipment and standard measuring tools for Operation Timbang Adequate number of Health Personnel and Resources for health development 5-in | Philhealth accreditation of the Rural Health Unit ‘Increased number of families enrolled in Philhealth and utilizati ‘Stable Health Information system for online data gathering and generation for decision making and policy creation, STRATEGIES AND POLICIES: + STRATEGIES OF PHILIPPINE HEALTH AGENDA © Advance quality, health promotion and primary care © Cover all Fi against health-related financial risk © Hamess the power of strategic HRH development © Invest in E-Health and data for decision- making © Enforce standards, accountability and transparency © Value all clients and patients, especially the poor, marginalized and vulnerable © Elicit multi-sectoral and multi-stakeholder support for healthSectoral Plan | 50 + Universal Health Care Ao 2010-0036 + Magna Carta for Public Health Workers ‘+ Philippine Health Agenda 2016-2022 (All For Health, Health For All) + The Anti Rabies Act Of 2007 Ra 9482 + Protection Of Breastfeeding And Child Nutri z . + + Ordinace Executive Order No. 51 Milk Code Maternal Newborn Child Health Care And Nutrition Policy Philippine Plan Of Action For Nutrition (PPAN) ‘+ AO 2015-0055 Management Of Acute Malnutrition For Children Under 5 Years vii. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS Health facility enhancement program Health service delivery program Health and information System Human Resource for Health Development Health Regulations and Health Financing Health Governance Program Population Development Nutrition Program SADA RYE Public Information and Advocacy Program C. SOCIAL AND WELFARE DEVELOPMENT I. CHILD WELFARE i, CHALLENGES * Of the 1,479 children aged 3 to 4 years old, only 1,161 or 78.49% is attending day care.Sectoral Plan | 51 ii, POTENTIAL > There are 43 trained day eare workers > Established Parent Effectiveness Service and Responsible Parenthood Service (PES -RPS) iii, OBJECTIVES: > To increase participation rate of 3-4 years old children attending day care v To reinforce the role of parents and other care givers as the primary care givers and educators of their children To enhance knowledge of Day Care Workers » To upgrade and update their capabilities and compensation of service v providers iv. GOAL Provision of basic services, relief and support the needy, the impoverished, the underprivileged to the disadvantaged and abused, the disabled, elderly, drug victims as well as inmate and support related social welfare programs. vy. TARGETS: BY THE END OF 2024 > 100% 3-4 years old children receive early childhood care and development programs and services > Confidently knowledgeable and well compensated Day Care Workers > All Day Care Workers and Day Care Centers passed the acereditation standard vi. STRATEGIES AND POLICIES > RA 8980 —Early Childhood Care and Development Law > RA 6972 Establishing day care center in every barangaySectoral Plan | 52 » RA 7610 — Special Protection of Filipino Children > Municipal Children’s Code vii. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS ®& Day Care Service > Parent Effectiveness Service&Responsible Parenthood Service Il. WOMEN AND CHILDREN WELFARE = CHALLENGES © SPECIAL CASES > Non-functional crisis center > Occurrence of victims on special cases (WEDC, CNSP, CICL) POTENTIAL > Presence of Women and Children Crisis Center > Presence of Municipal Children Comprehensive Plan v The presence of women and children crisis center was funded of Bottom Up Budgeting (BUB) and Local Government Unit of Maria Aurora said crisis center was 90% constructed while the facilities was 80% available . OBJECTIVES > To provide efficient case management to victims > To ensure sustainability of women and children protection unit programs TARGET At the end of 2024 crisis center is fully operational STRATEGIES AND POLICIES 7 & RA 9262 - Violence Against Women and ChildrenSectoral Plan | 53 4 RA 7610- Special Protection of Fi 4 RA 9344 — Juvenile Justice Act 4 RA 9710- Magna Carta for Women 4 CEDAW-UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women i. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS 1. Operationalization of Women and Crisis Center 2. Women and Children Development Program 3. Public Information and Advocacy Program, Ill. PERSON WITH DISABILITIES (PWD) WELFARE CHALLENGES > Absence of Person with Disability Affairs Office and PDA Officer > Inactive SamahanngmgaTaong may Kapasanan ii, POTENTIAL > Presence of SamahanngmgaTaong may Kapansanan OBJECTIVES » To strengthen the PWDs association > To institutionalize Person with Disabilities Affairs Office (PDAO) . TARGETS BY THE END OF 2024 > Functional Person Disabilities Affairs Office manage > Capacitated Person with Disabilities y. STRATEGIES AND POLICIES * & RA 7277- Magna Carta for Disabled PersonSectoral Plan | 54 vi. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS > Person with Disabilities Development Program > Public Information and Advocacy Program IV. YOUTH WELFARE i, CHALLENGES > InactivePagAsa Youth Association of the Philippines (PYAP) i ii, POTENTIAL > Existence of Pag-Asa Youth Association of the Philippines (PYAP) iii, OBJECTIVES > To strengthen Pag-Asa Youth Association of the Philippines (PYAP) iv. TARGETS BY THE END OF 2024 > Mobilized Pag-Asa Youth Association of the Philippines (PYAP) vy. STRATEGIES AND POLICIES 4 RA 7610 -Special Protection of Filipino Children vi. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS 1, Youth Development Programs zy 2. Public Information and Advocacy ProgramSectoral Plan | 55 y. STRATEGIES AND POLICIES + RA 7610 Special Protection of Filipino Children vi. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS 1. Youth Development Programs 2. Public Information and Advocacy Program D. SENIOR CITIZENS i, CHALLENGES > Increasing number of indigent senior citizens > Insufficient funds for social pension ii, POTENTIAL » Organized Municipal Federation of Senior Citizens TARGETS * Expand coverage on social pension iv. OBJECTIVES » Allindigent SC will be covered by social pension. y. STRATEGIES AND POLICIES ‘+ RA 9257 — The Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003 vi. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTSii, iv. vie vii. Sectoral Plan | 56 POTENTIAL > Presence of National Housing Fund > Presence of National Agency Fund for Housing Rehabilitation Project OBJECTIVES » To decrease by 25% the incidence of households living in a makeshift housing and number of informal settlers by 2024 GOAL Improved living condition of families >» To decrease by 25% the incidence of households below poverty thresholds and food thresholds STRATEGIES AND POLICIES 4 RA 7279 Urban Development and Housing Act of 1992 4 Municipal Shelter Plan TARGET By 2024, 25% of poor families has decent housing to live in and has equal rights to economic resources PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS 1. Core Shelter/housing Program 2. Family welfare development programSectoral Plan | 57 vii TARGET By 2025, 25% of poor families has decent housing to live in and has equal rights to economic resources PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS 1. Core Shelter/housi 2. Family welfare development program Program F. DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT (DRRM) i. CHALLENGES: > Preparedness * Poor understanding of individuals on Disaster Risk and its impact % Awareness of the community to Hazard/ Disaster Risk that they have in their Barangay shows poor condition on how to capacitate the community when a disaster risk comes. * No organize barangay responders % Deals with the reaction of Barangay responders on how to act in case of emergency without knowing what are the consequences that may occur upon doing or helping others. * Inadequate signages and hazard calamity tips posters. ‘* Inactive Barangay Incident Command SystemSectoral Plan | 58 > Prevention and Mitigation © Absence of Volunteers: * Organizing volunteer shows concerned in every DRRM for the reason of volunteer's dedications to help has no reassurance as one of stakeholder in every DRRM campaign. © Insufficient Early Warning System (EWS): In the absence of EWS, transmitting of accurate information at the right place & at the ht time become hindrance or cause of delay of action that may result to damage to property or even loss of life. Informing the community what particular Early Warning System (EWS) they have in the Barangay shows capability to adopt and response properly in any Disaster Risk that may occur. * Inadequate rescue equipment and accessories: Shows what specific rescue equipment and accessories may use in any emergency response situation, POTENTIALS: > DRRM Fund > — Organized CSOs and NGO's > People’s Survival Funds > — Trained responders GOAL: Resilient community OBJECTIVES: > — To raise the level of awareness of the community on DRRM> Sectoral Plan | 59 To increase mobilization of government, private sectors, and civil society resources in times of crisis/emergency To develop disaster prepared citizenry vy. TARGETS: ‘ ‘Trained and equipped Search and Rescue (SAR) Team and M/B DRRMCs Zero casualty during disaster Updated Plans Disaster prepared citizenry Mobitized government, private sectors, and civil society resources in times of crisis/emergency STRATEGIES AND POLICIES: Republic Act 10121 the Philippine Act of 2010 * Pursuant to RA 10121 see. 2d: “ Adopt a disaster risk reduction and ‘management approach that is holistic, comprehensive, integrated, proactive in lessening socioeconomic and environmental impacts of disaster including climate change, and promote involvement and participation of all sectors and all stakeholder concerned, at all levels, especially the local community.” % Pursuant to Sec. 12 of RA 10121, the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, and the BDRRMC, and mandatory committee, Each municipality shall prioritize the establishment of the office, whereas, each barangay shali prioritize the establishment of the committee. % Sec. 12¢-9 to 12¢-11, “Do community risk assessment thru the initiative of the community using Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction ad Management (CBDRRM) and Planning”. : % Sec. 12c-13-16, Strengthening the Organizational Structure that can perform BDRRMCSectoral Plan | 60 ‘+ The Republic Act 9729 or the Climate Change Act of 2009, which mandates the mainstreaming of climate change actions in national government, sector’s and local Policies and programs, But it did not discount the importance of actions on the ground and acknowledges that local government units are the front liners in combating climate change. ' + The Peoples’ Survival Fund Law or RA 10174. The law provides funding support for climate change adaptation programs at the local level. Currently, mechanisms are still being Put up on how to easily access the fund. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS: Disaster Preparedness Programs Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Programs 1 2 3. Disaster Emergency Response Programs 4. Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery Programs 5. Public Information and Advocacy Program G. PEACE and ORDER & PUBLIC SAFETY i, CHALLENGES > Escalating Cases of prevalent es (theft, robbery, motor mapping , illegal logging and cell phone Snatching) > Increasing numbers of drug personalities (victims of Illegal Drugs) and victims of crime. ii, POTENTIAL > Ideal police to population ratio of MAPS > Organized Barangay Police and Lupong TagapamayapaSectoral Plan | 61 vii TARGET By 2024 the Maria PNP shall be a highly capable effective and credible Police Station working in partnership with responsible community to maintain peace and order. vii, PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS 1. Public Information and advocacy Program 2. Peace and order and public safety ProgramSectoral Plan | 62 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2018 — 2024 INTRODUCTION: Economic development generally refers to the sustained, concerted actions of policymakers and communities that promote the standard of living and economic health of a specific area Maria Aurora, Aurora is considered an agricultural community wherein a land area of nine thousand five hundred seventeen and point seventy two (9,517.72) hectares or 22.33% of the total land area are planted with different crops dominantly rice and coconut. Three thousand two hundred seventy eight (3,278) or 28.34% of the total labor force are engage in agriculture and the remaining 71.66% in different economic activities like services, trading, wage earner, cottage industry and privately practicing professions. Tourism investment is perceived to provide employment opportunities to the populace. Eleven thousand five hundred thirty two (11,532) individuals or 32.80% of ‘the total population constitutes the labor force. Majority of these economically active individuals should be capacitated to meet the needs of this municipality's development. i. GOAL: To develop the people of Maria Aurora becomes productive and self-reliant towards an economically progressive community through sustainable agriculture, tourism development, and creation of a business- friendly environment.Sectoral Plan | 63 A. AGRICULTURE CHALLENGES: 1. Conventional Agricultural Production For the past few decades, priority commodities such as tice, corn, coconut and vegetables were just sufficient for local consumption. Fish, meat and High Value Commercial Crops (HVCC) were deficit commodities where technologies are employed to improve crop production. Among other sector, agriculture remains the biggest economic driver of the town, yet food productions just suffice the ever increasing population. Mind setting, farmers financial capacity, technology, redistribution of land parcels among heirs and land conversions were the reasons to low productivity that mainly affect the food security Only 30% of farmers own machineries. Equipment owners serve as service provider through custom hiring. Animal labor is still part of the system which slows production cycle. a) Crop Productions Rice is slightly beyond threshold level but not enough to signify economic impact. There are ample expansion areas for crop production that are ignored. Land owners were unable to develop potential areas due to financial constraints. Mechanical inputs and irrigation facilities are some of the many things affecting the production. b) Livestock Productions The municipality cater an average of 289,774.31 kg of livestock annually. This number still falls short for the general meatSectoral Plan | 64 consumption of the town. Shortage was supplied/imported from nearby towns and provinces such as Pampanga, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija and others. ¢) Aquatic Productions Maria Aurora is the only landlock municipality within the province. There are no large bodies of waterfor natural and cultured fishery production but abundant in river system including creeks. Hence, river system cannot be devoted to cultured fishery production due to water turbulence during rainy season but able to maintain many aquatic species for human consumption ¢.1 Fish cages in Canili trans basin dam Regulate the establishment of fish cages in Canili Trans Basin Dam to prevent structural damages and overpopulation/ decongestion that may result to lack of supply of oxygen for other freshwater organisms. c.2, Use of the chemical-based liquid solution farming method and promotion of organic solution. ©.3. Maria Aurora as Tilapia Capital of Aurora Considering the big potential of the municipality for tilapia culture production, enact an ordinance and promote Maria Aurora as Tilapia Capital of Aurora and provide financial and technical assistance to tilapia culture producers. 2. Insufficient Post-Harvest Facilities (PHF) The Philippine Post-harvest loss ranging from 20% to 50% was recorded in between Harvesting and final processing. Aurora provincial agriculture recorded an average of 20%-30% production losses. Reduction of post-harvest losses and quality deteriorationSectoral Plan | 65 ensures market advantages. Minimizing these losses will signify the food security, economic growth and welfare of producers. Food production, however, should be complemented with programs in reducing production loss and food waste such as PHF’s. Reducing food loss is the most sustainable alternative to increasing food production. 3. Agricultural Mechanization Maria Aurora has only 50% of the total agricultural production area which utilized farm mechanization. Many farmers still use conventional/manual power for crop production due to their incapacity to provide their own machineries. This resulted to slow production cycle and maintained production losses through higher labor cost. ii, POTENTIALS 1. Productions of high quality seeds and high value crops High quality seed is one of the required inputs to ensure good yield. Farmer's source their seed materials from non accredited seed vendors. Seed must pass the laboratory analysis conducted by the National Seed Quality and Contfol Services (NSQCS). Strengthening Seed Production can replenish shortage to quality seeds. All kinds of vegetables and fruit trees that are potential for numerous agri-based industries can be grown normally. > Rich and productive agricultural land Cereals and HVCC are well grown with lots of potential expansion areas. Soil series property of Maria Aurora were Amman, Baler, Guimbalaon, Umingan, Mountain soil and River wash has minimalv Sectoral Plan | 66 to relative deficiency correction prior to enrichment. Crop suitability maintains wide varieties of potential industry crops. Sloping areas are also vast to serve as potential produiction areas through SALT technology. With appropriate tools and support, these lands will become food generation and material production areas that will enhance industry and economy. Abundance of river system River networks are abundantrich in variety of exotic to common aquatic resources. It also gives the community access to water for domestic and crop irrigation. Other potential uses are micro hydro electric power, recreational/sports and tourism Receptive and adaptive farmers While aged farmers flagged non adaptive, the younger generation shows receptivity to agricultural programs. The Department of Agriculture on the other hand is promoting developmental programs including trainings for farmers and AEW's, thus improving the conventional production which hinders agricultural economy. Organic Agriculture/products Maria Aurora is now promoting Organic Agriculture through RA 10068 (Organic Agriculture Act of 2010). The program has regular activities such as municipal organic assessment and Provincial Organic Agriculture Congress and must be included in the local fund for program promotion. Moreover, Maria Aurora has organic facilities such as OTP, Vermihouse and, Organic production center which cater public needs.ve Sectoral Plan | 67 The awareness of general public to health and wellness are now also a big impact to organic industry. This is a great opportunity for the organic growers of the municipality while tourist and common consumers are getting used to it. Favorable climatic condition Aurora falls on the Type 4 climate. This category maintains natural irrigation to all crops to ensure productivity. Cash crops and many high value crops are potential to large scale production. Many crop based industries will be established that will create alternative source of income and develop livelihood programs. Livestock Enhancement Upgraded breeds are more excellent source of meat and dairy. Artificial Insemination is one of the cheapest effective upgrading methods rendered by veterinary office and other private entities. Other lands can also be converted to orchard or forage plantations as feeds for domestic animals. Support fund from National/attached agencies The Department of Agriculture and attached agencies are extending support/programs to augment agricultural productivity. Among extended supports were grant production materials, Farm equipments and machineries, Post Harvest Facilities, trainings, etc that will contribute to the development of agriculture. Availability of potential areas for fishery Creeks and water channels are also potential areas for fishery production. Threatened aquatic resources can be diversified and protected. These areas can also benefit the community by improving marine sanctuary for future generations.Sectoral Plan | 68 Tilapia culture becomes a popular livelinood for fisherfolks in dug out ponds. Being a landlock municipality, Tilapia culture may occupy significant area for the next 6 years. Maria Aurora has an existing Tilapia Hatchery at the municipal nursery that can produce million of quality fingerlings a year. This facility will cater the fingering requirement in .the locality and will also provide the material to revive courses of creeks such as cadilan, malamig, dibungbongan, diome, dimanpudso and others. As such, Maria Aurora tends to become the Tilapia Capital of Aurora However, the municipality shall command the public by Municipal ordinance the strict implementation of the anti-illegal fishing (RA 885) especially at the declared fish sanctuaries. Abundant resources and li lihood programs Forest are rich in Flora which are potential material sources for livelinood and production materials. Labors can be provided by Rural Based Organizations (RBO’s) through livelihood that will develop alternative earnings for the community. Many government and NGO's are supporting/developing programs that will enhance productivity and local employment. Proclamation No. 469 RA 10066 (Kalutong Pilipino Program) Our vast culinary tradition and treasures should be appreciated, preserved, and promoted to ensure their transmission to future generations and to support the various industries, farmers, and agri-communities which benefit there from The longstanding culinary traditions need to be celebrated and, especially since many of our culinary products and practices are slowly disappearing in the face of the globalization of food culture.vi. Sectoral Plan | 69 The love of Maria Aurora to traditional cuisine will link this program into another economic booster. Maintaining the cuisine to serve for visitors will attract tourist population. OBJECTIVES: > To improve agricultural productivity by 10% annually TARGET > Increase agricultural productivity by at least five to seven percent (5%- 7%) annually. STRATEGIES/POLICIES > RA 8435 - Agriculture and Fishery Modernization Act > RA 10601 - Agriculture and Fishery Mechanization Law > RA 10068 - Organic Agriculture Act PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS: Hybridization Program Livestock Upgrading Program Fish Registration (Fish R) Program Project MANA (Maunlad na Agrikultura sa Nayon) Agri-based Industry Development Program Rural Based Organization & Development Program = ee pet Agro-Forestation Development ProgramsSectoral Plan | 70 B, PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT SERVICE OFFICE (PESO) i. CHALLENGES > Underemployment/Unemployment The municipality's underemployment rate is 41.93% and unemployment rate is 4.8% resulting to 36.2% of the families living below poverty threshold. There is also limited number of business entities that could cater the jobseekers and the demand for skills of the companies outside ‘the locality could not be met by the job applicants. In addition, unskilled farm workers/laborers were displaced due to farm mechanization. ii, POTENTIALS > Skilled/Trait Labor Force The initiatives of the government entities and private sectors have provided skills and knowledge to the people which is a great factor in acquiring employment. Some of the economically active individuals have to undergo further trainings to cope-up with the demands of the business establishments. OBJECTIVES: % To enhance the employability of jobseekers. iv. TARGET > Reduce underemployment/Junemployment.Sectoral Plan | 71 v. STRATEGIES/POLICIES » Republic Act 10691 amending Republic Act No. 8759 otherwise known as Public Employment Service Office Act of 1999 » Local Revenue Code of 2018 vi. | PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS: 1. Employment Facilitation This program entails provision of livelihood, labor market information, capacity-building initiatives and allied services in support to the government's attainment of massive job facilitation and poverty alleviation towards economic growth. 2. Entrepreneurship Capability-Building Program To have an alternative or additional source of income, interested individuaVgroup should be equipped with entrepreneurship qualities and help them access various livelihood and self- employment programs offered by both government entities and non-government organizations (NGOs) C. TOURISM i. CHALLENGES » There is increasing tourist arrival in the municipality Base on the data gathered in the Provincial Tourism Office but there are no permanent personnel in the office created under the Municipal Tourism Code of 2017. Trained stakeholders like eco-guide, community guide, transport sector, accommodation sector and other tourism sectors are not monitored and regulatedSectoral Plan | 72 > Majority of tourist coming in the province preferred to stay at the beach areas and eat at nearby food establishments. > The on-going construction of Egongot Village in’ Barangay Bayanihan is high potential for tourist to visit and stay if proper tourism product is offered and developed. CADT holders are incapacitate in tourism product development and in handling tourists and visitors. > Absence of home stay program > Agro-ecotourism and farm immersion need to be introduce to the municipality to draw tourists. > Insufficient budget is also a big challenge. POTENTIALS > High Tourism Potential Areas Natural waterfalls, rivers, mountain and the Aurora Memorial National Park itself present within Maria Aurora are potential opportunities for agro-ecotourism and recreational activities. Waterfalls like Dimasalan gfoup of waterfalls, Pacugao Falls, Galintuja Falls, Ubot Falls, Gipit Falls, Cabualan Falls, Diaat Waterfalls etc. are magnetizing scenery for sightseers. Adventure activities such as mountain trekking/climbing . canyoneering, mountain biking vehicle off-roading areas must be identified including the seasonal hunting in CADT area. Egongot Village in Bayanihan is the new cultural attraction in the municipality. 7Sectoral Plan | 73 Aurora Trans basin dam in Brgy. Galintuja is high potential for water sports activities like kayaking, boating and even fresh water diving. The presence of Philippine mallard (papanhwild duck), Minisipyo (municipal sub office) and Coffee Shop are constructed and ready to be functional adds attraction to the locality. Added attraction in the municipality are Payaspas- Dimasalan, a 3- layer waterfalls which was promoted outside the country during the China Exposition attended by the province and DTI Canili area may likewise be offered to be a Retirement Home Zone because of it cold weather, splendid place abundant with agricultural products and proximity to health services and tourism sites. Local sports enthusiast and clubs are also present in the municipality. These stakeholders can be partners in promotion adventure tourism like mountain biking, 4x4 offroading, motorcycle riders, mountaineers and backpackers. Also, 25 eco-guides were trained by the Department of Tourism and 35 community guides by Provincial Tourism Office and LGU and two (2) DOT regional accredited tour guides. Private Investors Investment on tourism sites development is an opportunity for private investors and at the same time to the local government of Maria Aurora. Biodiversity area and nature tourism areas like waterfalls, rivers, trekking and historical landmarks with the forest flora and fauna are some of the eco-friendly tourism areas in Maria Aurora that can attract investors. Old houses in the urban area may turn to food establishment, accommodation facilities, spa and or art gallery souvenir shopsSectoral Plan | 74 OBJECTIVES: » To brand Maria Aurora as Agro-Ecotourism Capital of Aurora » To increase tourists arrival > To create a business-friendly environment. iv. TARGET » Increase tourist's arrival and revenues from tourism related activities by 20% and develop new sites. > Increase investment by at least 20% annually. v. STRATEGIES/POLICIES > Republic Act No. 10816 - an act providing for the development and promotion of farm tourism in the Philippines Republic Act No. 9593- an act declaring a national policy for tourism v as an engine of investment, employment, growth and national development and strengthening the department of tourism and its attached agencies to effectively and efficiently implement that policy and appropriating funds therefore > RA 10066 - Philippine Cultural Heritage Act > Municipal Tourism Code of 2017 Eco Tourism Ordinance resolution No 16 $ 2006 — an ordinance establishing a system of Eco-Tourism , appropriating funds and other purposes v » Local Investment Incentive Code » Local Revenue Code of 2018 » Republic Act No, 9485 — Anti-Red Tape ActSectoral Plan | 75 » Joint Memorandum Circular No. 01, Series of 2010 — Guidelines in Implementing the Standards in Processing Business Permits and Licenses in All Cities and Municipalities vi. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS: Cultural Heritage and Tourism Development Program 2. Business One-Stop Shop (BOSS) and Business Permits and Licensing Development and Sustainability Program 3. Renewable Energy Development Programs 4. Cooperative Development ProgramsSectoral Plan | 76 PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SECTOR INTRODUCTION The infrastructure development program of the municipality is geared towards increasing productivity and protecting the agricultural land. Other infrastructure program intends to facilitate social and economié development of the municipality with significant compliance to disaster resilient and climate change adaptive infrastructures. CHALLENGES: » Poor Condition and Inadequate Road Network While most of provincial and national roads in the municipality are already completed, internal linkages needs to be improved also to ensure direct and instant transportation of farm inputs and delivery of products from production areas to market areas. > Poor Bridge Condition Some river crossings especially in the rural areas do not have bridge connections and some of the existing bridges should be upgraded. > Inadequate Communication Facility Globe and Smart communication facility are both established already in the municipality. However, several barangay have poor connections, while other barangay have no connection. > Poor Access to Potable Water Poblacion area and nearby barangay are the only barangays served by BALIBAGO Waterworks. Most barangays rely on their own facility for domestic water supply, 7Sectoral Plan | 77 > Insufficient Irrigation Facility Some agricultural land cannot be fully utilized due to absence of irrigation facility while some present irrigation system has to be repaired and upgraded. > Poor Drainage System Most of the existing drainage system in the poblacion are already damaged and outsized to accommodate storm water mostly during rainy season. > Occurrence of Heavy Flooding Due to siltation and erosion, heavy flooding is always a problem during rainy season. > Congested Road Network due to Absence of Central Terminal Increasing economic activity also increases the volume of vehicle travelling aeross local roads. The absence of suitable parking spaces causes heavy traffic and congestions of primary and secondary streets. > Absence of Temporary Shelter during Calamity Provision of sufficient evacuation facility to serve as temporary shelter for evacuees during calamity. POTENTIALS: > Abundant Water along Waterways * Fortunately, the municipality still benefit from abundant water flowing from its numerous river system that is potential for inigation purposes. > Presence of Water Spring Most of barangays enjoy’s potential source of water for domestic and potable water supply.Sectoral Plan | 78 > Available Manpower Skills development for local manpower can be easily access with the presence of Technical Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Alternative Learning School (ALS) and Maria Aurora Skills Development Center (MASDC) in the province and in the municipality. > Presence of Local Contractors Local contractors are widely available in the province catering to both local and national infrastructure projects. GOALS: A municipality that has adequate access from production area to commercial areas hamessing the full potential of its agricultural land that is protected from flooding and erosion enjoying sufficient supply of potable water through provision of Disaster and Climate Change Resilient Infrastructure Projects. iv. OBJECTIVES: > To improve the condition of local access roads. Construction and improvement of local roads at DPWH Standards and Farm-to-Market Roads at DA Stantards. > To provide sufficient potable water to all barangays. Provision of Level II to Level III potable water supply for every resident in every barangay 7 > To increase productivity of agricultural land. Provision of necessary irrigation facility for existing and potential agricultural and production areas