Fighting the Floods: How Our Community Can Implement

Innovative Solutions to Prevent and Manage Flooding

A Project Proposal in UCSP

Proposed by:

Jhon Philip B. Manzano

Janelle L. Dejito

Princess Anne G. Barizo

Daniel Radcliffe M. Brutas

Bryan Samuel I. Fernandez

Submitted to:

Ms. Angelica D. Torres

USCP Subject Teacher

December 13, 2023

Project Title: Fighting the Floods: How Our Community Can Implement Innovative Solutions to
Prevent and Manage Flooding

Overview
The “Fighting the Floods: How Our Community Can Implement Innovative Solutions to
Prevent and Manage Flooding” aims to develop and execute an effective flood management
strategy to mitigate the risks and damages caused by floods in our community. This plan will
incorporate various preventive measures, preparedness strategies, and response actions to ensure
the safety and well-being of residents, minimize property damage, and enhance overall resilience.
This project will enhance the community's resilience against floods through a comprehensive and
integrated approach. With our project, we will be better prepared to mitigate the impacts of floods
and protect lives and property in our community.

Project Objectives:
1. Drainage System Improvement: Upgrade and expand the existing drainage system
to ensure efficient water flow and prevent clogging during heavy rains.
2. Green Infrastructure: Introduce green spaces and permeable surfaces to absorb
excess water, reducing runoff and minimizing flood risks.
3. Community Awareness and Preparedness: Conduct regular workshops to educate
residents about flood preparedness, evacuation procedures, and the importance of
waste disposal in preventing blockages.
4. Collaboration with Local Authorities: Work closely with local government agencies
or connections to your barangay to coordinate flood response efforts, ensuring a
swift and organized reaction to flood events.
5. Evaluate and, if necessary, elevate critical infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and
utilities to mitigate flood damage.
6. Monitoring and Maintenance: Establish a routine monitoring and maintenance
program for the entire flood management infrastructure to identify and address
potential issues promptly.

Proponents
Members Roles
Manzano, Jhon Philip B. - Planning
- Supervision of activities
- Budgetary planner

Brutas, Daniel Radcliff M. - Buyer of all equipment and items

needed
- Supervision of activities
Dejito, Janelle L. - Planning
- Public information
Fernandez, Bryan Samuel I. - Will participate on the work and
renovations.
- Buyer of all needed items
- Supervision of activities
Barizo, Princess Anne G. - Public information and leads the
voluntary team.
- Budgetary planner

Target Beneficiaries
- People living on Perpetual Village 8, Habay 1, Bacoor, Cavite.

Project Duration
- January 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024 (6 months)

Flow of Activities
Date
January 1, 2024 - February 29, 2024
March 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024
January 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
January 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
May 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
January 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Activity
Drainage System Improvement
Green Infrastructure
Community Awareness and Preparedness
Collaboration with Local Authorities
Elevate Critical Infrastructures
Monitoring and Maintenance

Project Timeline

1. Drainage System Improvement: Month 1-2

2. Green Infrastructure: Month 3-4
3. Community Awareness and Preparedness: Month 1-6
4. Collaboration with Local Authorities: Month1-6
5. Elevation of Infrastructure: Month 5-6
6. Monitoring and Maintenance: Month 1-6

Financial Statement / Budgetary Considerations

The budget for this project will depend on the scale and specific requirements of the
community. It will encompass costs for research and analysis, equipment procurement,
infrastructure improvements, training programs, and public awareness campaigns. A detailed
budget estimation will be developed during the planning phase.

Item Source of Funds Quantity (per Total Amount

item) and Price
100 - Cement Barangay Officials Php 230 (per Php 23,000.00
sack)
50 - Sand Gravel Contributions Php 1,100 (pero Php 55,000.00
among all people cubic meters)
 from Bacoor
100 - Hollow Block Sold recycle Php 15 (per Php 1,500.00
materials piece)
10 - Shovel Government Php 250 (per Php 2,500.00
Assistance piece)
50 - Will Contributions Php 140 (per 6 Php 7,000.00
among all people meters)
from Bacoor
TOTAL: Php 89,000.00

Monitoring

Monitoring the project proposal on flood prevention is an essential step to ensure its
effectiveness and sustainability. There are several aspects that need to be monitored, such as the
progress of the implementation, the performance of the flood protection infrastructure, the
satisfaction and participation of the stakeholders, and the environmental and social impacts of the
project. To monitor these aspects, some possible methods we can do, collecting and analyzing data
from hydro-meteorological and flood flow monitoring stations, developing and operationalizing a
national asset management information system for flood risk management, conducting regular
surveys and consultations with the beneficiaries and partners of the project, and assessing the
changes in the flood risk and vulnerability of the target areas. By applying these methods, the project
team can evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the project, identify the challenges and
opportunities, and make necessary adjustments to improve the project outcome.