CALATAGAN CLUP Vol 1 1

GIS-based Comprehensive Land Use Plan & Zoning Ordinance of Calatagan, Batangas 2018-2027
The Comprehensive Land Use Plan of

Calatagan, Batangas 2018-2027 is
composed of the following Volumes:
Volume 1: The Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Volume 2: Sectoral Studies
Volume 3: Zoning Ordinance
V o l u m e 1 : T h e C o m p r e h e n s i v e L a n d U s e P l a n |1
FOREWORD
The Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) of Calatagan 2018-2027 is a 10-year physical
development plan which shall serve as the basis for the allocation and sustainable use and
management of both its terrestrial and marine territories. This plan identified and presented
the delineated, demarcated and assigned land and water uses that are suitable for the
Municipality of Calatagan.
Specific uses of the land and water territories under the jurisdiction of the local government
were determined in consideration with the different ownerships, physical attributes,
geographical characteristics and suitability features of Calatagan. Water and land use and
management were done in accordance with Republic Act 7160 or the Local Government
Code of 1991 in which the power to utilize a locality’s resource to its best and optimum is
given. The existing land and water uses in Calatagan serve as the starting point in which the
proposed land and water use were based on. The development thrusts and strategies were not
solely based on the spatial development of the locality but also with consideration of the
current functional role of Calatagan in the development of the Province of Batangas. The
development thrust and strategies of Calatagan, therefore, follow their assigned functional
role in the province which includes sustainable ecotourism, climate-resilient agriculture, and
industrial development. Consequently, appropriate zoning for areas within the jurisdiction of
Calatagan was determined and highlighted.
Some of the laws and policies considered in the preparation of the CLUP of Calatagan
includes Republic Act 7160 or the Local Government Code of 1991, Executive Order No. 72,
Tourism Act, Climate Change and Adaptation Act, Presidential Decree 1216 and enhanced
HLURB CLUP Guidelines 2014. These policies provided the bases for the determination,
identification and delineation of the land and water uses of Calatagan as well as its spatial
development framework. Integration and mainstreaming of climate change adaptation,
disaster risk reduction, and ridge-to-reef approaches to land use planning were adopted for
the current CLUP, based on the laws mentioned.
The updated CLUP of Calatagan is geared towards land and water uses that are sustainable
and complementary with the needs of the local government. Spatial development strategies
were incorporated in order to achieve optimum and sustainable management and
development of the resources of Calatagan. Existing sectoral demands and needs were
addressed through the proposed sectoral strategies for the local government. Lastly, zoning
ordinances and policies shall support the implementation of the proposed land and water uses
of Calatagan
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Comprehensive Land Use Plan of Calatagan would not have been possible if not for the
active and full participation of the following:
Hon. Peter Oliver M. Palacio, Local Chief Executive;

Hon. Andrea Anne V. del Rosario, Vice Mayor;
The Municipal Officials and Department Heads composed of: Ms. Eugenia D. Zapata
(Secretary of the Sangguniang Bayan), Ms. Fe C. delos Reyes (Human Resource and
Management Officer), Mr. Miguel E. Duman (Municipal Planning and Development
Coordinator), Dr. Robert John M. Turno (Municipal Health Officer), Ms. Ma. Isabel M.
Gavina (Municipal Assessor), Ms. Benedicta M. de Guia (Municipal Budget Officer), Ms.
Sofia R. Taguibao (Municipal Treasurer), Ms. Beatriz L. Dastas (Municipal Social Welfare
Officer), Engr. Alexander B. Manalo (Municipal Engineer), Ms. Ma. Emelyn C. Custodio
(Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Officer and Agriculturist), PSINSP Rodel C.
Rosario (Chief of Police), SFO2 Mario O. Endozo (OIC Fire Marshall), Ms. Julie Anne Diño
(OIC- Municipal Tourism Officer), Ms. Violeta H. Mira (District Supervisor), Mr. Raul C.
Laderas (Office of the Business Permits and Licenses Office), Mr. Ronald A. Torres
(Municipal Disaster and Risk Reduction Management Officer), Mr. Conrado Martinez
(Luruwasa Water District), Mr. Rufino C. Crisolo (Director- BATELEC I) Ms. Severa D.
Bautista (Municipal Postmaster), Hon. Danilo L. Pineda (Chairman, Association of Barangay
Captains);
The members of Sangguniang Bayan of Calatagan: Hon. Noel A. de las Alas, Hon. Eligio C.
Bautista, Hon. Rexio P. Bautista, Hon. Florentino V. Cahayon, Hon. Teodulo Jose O. Caisip,
Hon. Jose Z. Coz, Jr., Hon. Theresa Palacio-Pelea, and Hon. Anthony R. Sayo;
The national government offices for providing the guidelines and data for conducting the
sectoral studies: Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB), Philippine Statistics
Authority (PSA), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Bureau of
Soils and Water Management (BSWM), Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
(PHIVOLCS), Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Overseas Workers Welfare
Association (OWWA), Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services
Administration (PAGASA), National Mapping and Resource Information Authority
(NAMRIA), Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR), and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic
Resources (BFAR);
And most of all, our genuine gratitude to the citizens of Calatagan for making the
Municipality alive and blooming by offering their dedication and efforts to the name of the
Town.
ACRONYMS
AIP Annual Investment Program

BPLD Business Permit and Licensing Division
BSWM Bureau of Soil and Water Management
CALABARZO Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Quezon
N Conserve and Protect the Ocean Foundation

CAPOcean Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program
CARP Climate Change Adaptation
CCA Comprehensive Development Plan
CDP Community Environment and Natural Resources Office
CENRO Community Fish Landing Center
CFLC Comprehensive Land Use Plan
CLUP Coordinates Reference System
CRS Department of Agriculture
DA Department of Environment and Natural Resources
DENR Department of Justice
DOJ Department of Tourism
DOT Department of Trade and Industry
DTI Geographic Information System
GIS Global Positioning System
GPS Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board
HLURB Information, Education and Communication
IEC Information, Communication and Technology
ICT Local Development Council
LDC
LGU Local Government Unit
MAO Municipal Agriculturist Office
MDG Millennium Development Goals
MDRRM Municipal Disaster and Risk Reduction Management
MENRO Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Officer
MEO Municipal Engineering Office
MGB Mines and Geosciences Bureau
MHO Municipal Health Office
MMO Municipal Mayor’s Office
MPA Marine Protected Area
MPDO Municipal Planning and Development Office
MRE Monitor, Review and Evaluate
MSWMO Municipal Solid Waste Management Office
MTWG Municipal Technical Working Group
NCR National Capital Region
NDRRMA National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act
NGA Non-Government Agency
NGO Non-Government Organization
NIA National Irrigation Administration
NIPAS National Integrated Protected Areas System
PAGASA Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services
Administration
PHIVOLCS Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
PO People’s Organization
PSA Philippine Statistics Authority
PUD Planned Unit Development
RLUC Regional Land Use Committee
RS Remote Sensing
SDG Sustainable Development Goals
UDHA Urban Development and Housing Act
WGS World Geodetic System

ZO Zoning Ordinance
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................13
CLUP Objectives.................................................................................................................13
Sectors Studied.....................................................................................................................13
RATIONALE...........................................................................................................................14
METHODOLOGIES................................................................................................................14
Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board Guidelines.........................................................14
Geomatics.............................................................................................................................14
Suitability and Capability of Lands Using GIS....................................................................15
Urbanizable Lands/Supply of Lands for Urban Use............................................................15
Participatory Approach........................................................................................................15
Planning Area.......................................................................................................................15
Planning Period....................................................................................................................16
BRIEF PROFILE OF CALATAGAN.....................................................................................17
Brief History of Calatagan...................................................................................................17
Demographic Profile............................................................................................................17
Population Composition...................................................................................................17
Other Population Characteristics......................................................................................19
Population Projections and Estimates..............................................................................19
Geographic Location............................................................................................................19
Territorial Jurisdiction and Barangay Subdivision..............................................................21
Physical Features and Environmental Condition.................................................................21
Climate 21
Topography, Elevation, Slope, and Surface Drainage.....................................................24
Soil Types.........................................................................................................................24
Soil Suitability and Land Capability................................................................................28
Hydrogeologic Feature.....................................................................................................34
Water resources and Coastal Marine Areas and Resources.............................................34
Geological/Environmental Hazard Areas........................................................................35
Climate Change and Vulnerability...................................................................................35
Existing Land Use................................................................................................................39
Urban Land Use...................................................................................................................40
Change in Land Use.............................................................................................................40
Existing Water Use..............................................................................................................41
Economy..............................................................................................................................46
Agriculture.......................................................................................................................46
Commerce and Trade.......................................................................................................46
Industry 46
Tourism 47
Infrastructure, Facilities, Utilities and Services...................................................................47
Transportation Network...................................................................................................47
Utilities 48
Information and Communication Technology.................................................................49
Development Constraints: Priority Issues and Concerns.....................................................49
Development Opportunities and Strengths..........................................................................52
Functional Role of Calatagan...............................................................................................53
THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN.......................................................................54
Calatagan’s Development Vision and Mission....................................................................54
Vision 54
Mission 54
General Development Goals and Objectives...................................................................54
Development Thrusts and Strategies....................................................................................56
Development Policies on Key Sectors.................................................................................59
Development Concept and Structure Plan...........................................................................63
Spatial Development Strategies...........................................................................................65
The Land Use Plan...............................................................................................................66
Projected Land Supply for Development/Future Expansion Areas.................................66
Projected Land Demand for Development/Future Expansion Areas...............................66
Proposed Land Uses.........................................................................................................70
Proposed Urban Land Use...............................................................................................77
Proposed Water Use.........................................................................................................81
Land and Water Use Policies...............................................................................................84
Major Development Programs.............................................................................................88
CLUP and ZO Implementation Strategy/Arrangement......................................................148
Institutional Mechanism.................................................................................................148
Localization at the barangay or community level..........................................................149
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Plan /Advocacy............................149
Instruments for Land Use Implementation........................................................................149
Strategies to Concentrate Development in the Urban Area...........................................149
Monitoring, Review and Evaluation System.....................................................................151
Municipal Monitoring Team or Oversight Committee..................................................151
CLUP MRE Systems and Procedures............................................................................151
CLUP Monitoring Report Card......................................................................................152
List of Tables
Table 1.Existing Land Use of Calatagan, Batangas.................................................................39
Table 2. Existing Urban Land Use of Calatagan, Batangas.....................................................40
Table 3. Land Use Change in Calatagan between 2001 and 2017...........................................41
Table 4. Existing Water Use of Calatagan, Batangas..............................................................42
Table 5. Vision, Goals and Outcome Indicators......................................................................55
Table 6. Projected Land Supply for Development...................................................................69
Table 7. Proposed Land Use, Calatagan, Batangas..................................................................75
Table 8. Existing and Proposed General Land Use, Calatagan, Batangas...............................75
Table 9. Proposed Urban Land Use, Calatagan, Batangas.......................................................79
Table 10. Existing and Proposed Urban Land Use, Calatagan, Batangas................................79
Table 11. Proposed Water Use, Calatagan, Batangas..............................................................82
Table 12.Existing and Proposed Water Use, Calatagan, Batangas..........................................82
Table 13. Summary of Proposed Development Programs.......................................................89
Table 14. Major Development Programs for Environment Sector..........................................91
Table 15. Major Development Programs for Education Sector.............................................107
Table 16. Major Development Programs for Health and Nutrition Sector............................110
Table 17. Major Development Programs for Social Welfare Sector.....................................114
Table 18. Major Development Programs for Housing Sector................................................118
Table 19. Major Development Programs for Protective Services Sector..............................120
Table 20. Major Development Programs for Sports and Recreation Sector..........................124
Table 21. Major Development Programs for Agriculture Sector...........................................126
Table 22. Major Development Programs for Tourism Sector................................................129
Table 23. Major Development Programs for Commerce and Industry Sector.....................131
Table 24. Major Development Programs for Economic Support..........................................133
Table 25. Major Development Programs for Social Support................................................136
Table 26. Major Development Programs for Public Administration Support.......................139
Table 27. Major Development Programs for Fiscal Management.........................................140
Table 28. Major Development Programs for Organization and Management.......................142
Table 29. Major Development Programs for Development Administration and Transparency
................................................................................................................................................145
Table 30. Major Development Programs for Public Participation.........................................147
Table 31. Sample CLUP/ZO Results Monitoring and Evaluation Matrix.............................152
List of Figures
Figure 1. Population Composition by School-Age, Working-Age, Dependent-Age Group and
Sex in Calatagan, 2015.............................................................................................................18
List of Maps
Map 1. Location Map of Calatagan, Batangas in Philippine Map...........................................20
Map 2. Baseline Map of Calatagan, Batangas.........................................................................22
Map 3. Climate Map of Calalatagan, Batangas........................................................................23
Map 4. Topographic Map of Calatagan, Batangas...................................................................25
Map 5. Slope Map of Calatagan, Batangas..............................................................................26
Map 6. Soil Type Map of Calatagan, Batangas.......................................................................27
Map 7. Suitability Map for Agriculture Use in Calatagan, Batangas......................................29
Map 8. Suitability Map for Forest Use in Calatagan, Batangas...............................................30
Map 9. Suitability Map for Commercial and Industrial Use of Calatagan, Batangas..............31
Map 10. Suitability Map for Residential and Institutional Use in Calatagan, Batangas..........32
Map 11. Suitability Map for Sanitary Landfill in Calatagan, Batangas...................................33
Map 12. Groundwater Potential Map of Calatagan, Batangas.................................................36
Map 13. Flood Hazard Map of Calatagan, Batangas...............................................................37
Map 14. Landslide Hazard Map of Calatagan, Batangas.........................................................38
Map 15. Existing General Land Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas..........................................43
Map 16. Existing Urban Land Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas............................................44
Map 17. Existing Water Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas......................................................45
Map 18. Proposed Land Use Plan Map of Calatagan, Batangas..............................................76
Map 19. Proposed Urban Land Use Plan Map of Calatagan, Batangas...................................80
Map 20. Proposed Water Use Plan Map of Calatagan, Batangas............................................83
INTRODUCTION
The Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) is the physical framework plan of a municipality
mandated by RA 7160, Sec. 20 (c) and Executive Order 72 which serves as the basis for the
future uses of land and water resources. It translates the vision, goals and objectives of the
community into spatial form and guides the local government on the allocation and
management of its land and natural resources. Also, it indicates the development thrust and
leadership of the Local Government Unit (LGU) in the forthcoming years.
CLUP Objectives
 Achieve an improved quality of life;
 Allocate and delineate the different uses of the land and water resources for future
development needs;
 Delineate the best use of land and water resources to prevent premature and wasteful
development;
 Identify intra-/inter connectivity to provide access to basic services to all barangays in
the Municipality;
 Maintain ecological balance through preservation and conservation of unique or
special natural features;
 Translate socio-economic policies into physical policies and plans; and
 Incorporate changes in the goals and objectives of the community.
Sectors Studied
The following sectors were studied in the preparation of Calatagan’s CLUP for 2018-2027:
 Demographic Sector
 Environmental Sector
 Social Sector
o Housing Sector
o Health and Sanitation Sector
o Education Sector
o Protective Services Sector
o Social Welfare Services Sector
o Sports and Recreation Sector
 Economic Sector
o Agricultural Sector
o Commerce and Trade Sector
o Industry Sector
o Tourism Sector
 Infrastructure Sector
o Transportation Sector
o Power Sector
o Telecommunications Sector
o Water Sector
RATIONALE
The Municipality of Calatagan, by virtue of R.A. 7160 or the Local Government Code of
1991, developed its Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) 2018 -2027. The CLUP is an
integrated framework plan adopted by the Municipality’s local government as a policy guide
on allocation and management of its physical, natural and water resources in relation to the
environmental, economic, social, and cultural development of the Municipality. To update
and formulate the said CLUP, the Municipality of Calatagan sought technical assistance from
GeoInfometrics Solutions Co.
METHODOLOGIES
Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board Guidelines

The enhanced-CLUP Guidelines (2013) of the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board
(HLURB) were used in updating and formulating the CLUP for Calatagan. The new set of
guidelines had incorporated major legislative and environmental changes including disaster
risk and climate change to ensure sustainable management and conservation of land and
water resources for future generations.
Likewise, in support to the RA 9729 or the Climate Change Act of 2009 and RA 10121 or the
National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act, the critical role of the LGUs in
mainstreaming disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation was recognized. The
team adopted the Guidelines published by HLURB.
Geomatics
Geomatics includes the tools and techniques used in land surveying, remote sensing (RS),
cartography, geographic information science (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS),
photogrammetry, geography and related forms of earth mapping.
In this project, GeoInfometrics Solutions Co. archived remote sensing images from Google
with Coordinates Reference System (CRS) of World Geodetic System (WGS) 1984. The
team used Android Phone and iPhone to map various spatial features such as road networks
and to validate land uses. These orthorectified images and GPS data were integrated, stored,
analyzed and published using open-source Quantum GIS software.
Suitability and Capability of Lands Using GIS

The primary bases for all possible uses of land rely on the analysis of the physical land
characteristics and soil properties.
Land suitability and capability was determined using Geographic Information System (GIS),
combined with remote sensing.
All proposed land uses are based on the GIS-based analyses of the socio-economic needs of
the Municipality and was checked with the land capability and soil suitability classification of
the Bureau of Soil and Water Management (BSWM), hazard map of the Mines and
Geosciences Bureau (MGB) and the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
(PHIVOLCS).
Urbanizable Lands/Supply of Lands for Urban Use

Urbanizable lands refer to lands available for future expansion of urban areas. These are
areas found to be suitable for urban uses based on the soil suitability study which took into
consideration, factors such as slope, erosion potential, development trends, existing soil type,
erosion potential, existing land uses, and natural and man-made physical constraints. In this
study, GIS was employed to delineate the proposed land use, including the future expansions
of urban areas.
Participatory Approach
The planning process was facilitated through public consultations involving local officials
and staff, barangay leaders, non-government organization/Peoples Organizations
(NGOs/POs) and national government agencies (NGAs) in the Municipality.
Planning Area
Based on the cadastral map provided by the Municipal Planning and Development Office
digitized by the GIS Co. and adjusted to DENR’s certification, Calatagan has a total land area
of 10,577.99 hectares, consisting of 25 barangays.
Planning Period
The CLUP covers a planning period of ten (10) years, from 2018-2027, which may be
reviewed every three (3) years coinciding with the term of the locally elected officials.
BRIEF PROFILE OF CALATAGAN
Brief History of Calatagan

The word “Calatagan” means a large expanse of wide plain lands. This was derived from the
Tagalog word “latag” that is synonymous to “Kapatagan,” which means a plain or flat portion
of land lying between mountains or hills. Calatagan is rich not only with natural resources,
but also with its historical background. Artifacts found in the Municipality provide evidences
of cultural activities of the early Filipinos before the Spanish regime.
Calatagan was occupied by Spaniards in 1800s. During this period, Don Domingo Roxas
governed the Municipality which was then known as ‘Hacienda de Calatagan’. For
generations, the Roxas family continued to develop the land until it became an independent
municipality from Balayan in 1912. During this period, Calatagan was also occupied by the
Americans. Haciendas in Nasugbu and Calatagan owned by the Roxas family were passed
down among their heirs. The Hacienda de Calatagan was inherited by the family of Zobels.
This land was mainly subdivided into residential lots. In the mid-1990, the Zobel Clan took
over the lands which have been named as Central Azucarera de Calatagan or simply "Central
Carmen" when referring to the sugar milling complex. During the World War II, Japanese
came and made a substantial impact on the economic and social stature of the Municipality.
Calatagan gradually regained its condition and continued to progress and develop. After the
Philippines gained independence from the Americans in 1957, the Land Tenure
Administration bought the hacienda lands from the Zobels upon petition of the people of
Calatagan.
Demographic Profile
Population Composition
Based on the 2015 Census of Population, Calatagan has a total population of 56,449 with a
total household population of 56,424. Among the population, men are higher in number than
women based from the population data of 2010 and 2015. Large population (51%) is
comprised of aged 24 and below, implying that the Municipality has relatively young
population. It has an expansive population pyramid which connotes high fertility among the
population and an increase in the population growth rate is expected in the coming years
(Figure 1).
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Source: 2015 Census of Population and Housing, Philippine Statistics Authority
Figure 1. Population Composition by School-Age, Working-Age,

Dependent-Age Group and Sex in Calatagan, 2015
The Municipality is composed of 25 barangays, of which four (4) are classified as urban and
21 as rural. Large portion (84.66%) of the population is residing in rural barangays. Barangay
1 is the most populous among urban barangays with a population of 3,431 while Barangay
Lucsuhin is the most populous rural barangay (4,526) and also is most populous in the whole
Municipality.
Excluding institutional households, the total population of the Municipality is greater than its
household population of 56,424. The sum of the participation rates of the barangays suggests
that the Municipality has a higher population in rural barangay than urban barangays. This is
also supported by the relatively low level of urbanization which is currently at 18.11% (2015)
indicating that less than a quarter of the Municipality dwells in the urban areas while the
majority are in the rural areas.
Population density of the Municipality is 5 persons per hectare. Likewise, the rural area has a
density of 5 persons per hectare while urban areas are denser with 12 persons per hectare.
High population density in urban areas are mainly due to the existence of more services and
facilities, better employment opportunities, and location of government offices.
Other Population Characteristics
Locales of Calatagan is predominantly composed of Tagalog. Tagalog is also used as a term

denoting their primary language/dialect spoken. However, Calatagan recently hosts other
ethnicity due to migration for work or leisure or locales marrying people from outside the
Municipality and eventually becoming residents of the Town. As of now, no detailed data is
available on the percentage of mother tongue/ethnicity.
In terms of religion, Calatagan is primarily a Catholic Municipality where 93.79% of the total
population believe in Catholicism. Other religious beliefs and churches are Iglesia ni Cristo,
Protestant, Aglipay, and Islam.
Literacy rate in the Municipality is high at 98.84%. There is no significant gap on literacy
between men and women. In 2015, only 516 individuals in Calatagan were recorded as
illiterate.
Population Projections and Estimates
In 2015, the Municipality of Calatagan has a total population of 56,449, with an annual
growth rate of 1.58% or approximately 974 people being added per year. It was projected that
the population will hit the 60,000 mark in 2019 and 65,000 by 2024. By the year 2027,
Calatagan will have a total population of 68,134.
There are 13,717 households occupying the Municipality. Using a household annual growth
rate of 2.61%, Calatagan is projected to have additional 414 households each year. This
means that by 2019, Calatagan will have more than 15,000 households; and by the year 2027,
the Municipality is expected to have 18,687 households.
Geographic Location
The Municipality of Calatagan is located in the south-western most part of the Province of
Batangas with geographic coordinates: 13° 50´ latitude and 120° 38´ longitude. It is bounded
on the north by the municipalities of Lian and Balayan, on the south by the Verde Island
Passage, on the east by Pagapas and Balayan Bays and on the west by West Philippine Sea
(Map 1).
Map 1. Location Map of Calatagan, Batangas in Philippine Map
Territorial Jurisdiction and Barangay Subdivision

Based from the digitized lot survey map (Map 2), Calatagan has a total land area of 10,757.99
hectares, where 93.13% (10,018.98 ha) are rural areas. There are 21 rural barangays in the
Municipality namely Bagong Silang, Baha, Balibago, Balitoc, Biga, Bucal, Carlosa,
Carretunan, Encarnacion, Gulod, Hukay, Lucsuhin, Luya, Paraiso, Quilitisan, Real,
Sambungan, Sta. Ana, Talibayog, Talisay, and Tanagan. On the other hand, all four urban
barangays are located in the Poblacion. However, it should be noted that there are boundary
disputes between adjacent municipalities of approximately 74 hectares referring to Ermitanyo
River boundary.
Physical Features and Environmental Condition
Climate
Calatagan has a Type I climate with two pronounced seasons, dry from November to April
and wet during the rest of the year (Map 3). Although, Batangas Province is shielded by
mountain ranges, its municipalities are still susceptible to rains brought by Habagat and
tropical cyclones. Wet or rainy season in Calatagan can be observed from May to September.
The maximum rain period is from June to September brought in by southwest monsoon with
monthly rainfall values ranging from 283.8 to 355.9 mm and with a number of rainy days
ranging from 18 to 19. On the other hand, the dry season is subdivided into two: the cool dry
season from December to February and the hot dry season from March to May. February is
perceived as the driest month. Moreover, Calatagan has an average wind speed of 2 mps
throughout the year. On the average, Calatagan is visited by 3 cyclones every 2 years. The
mean annual temperature in the area is 27.5°C, January being the coldest month while April
and May being the warmest months. The Municipality has a mean annual relative humidity of
77%, September registering as the most humid while April as the least.
Map 2. Baseline Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Map 3. Climate Map of Calalatagan, Batangas
Topography, Elevation, Slope, and Surface Drainage
As the name implies, Calatagan is a plain or flat portion of land lying between hills or
mountains. Although, some parts of the Municipality are located along the coast, its
topography ranges from plains to hilly terrain.
More than half of Calatagan’s land area (56.86%) is characterized by elevation ranging from
10-50 meters above sea level (masl) while the Poblacion area has an elevation of seven masl.
Only a few land areas have elevations higher than 100 masl including Mount San Pedrino on
the eastern tip along San Pedrino point (224 masl) and Mount Santiago at the southern tip
along Cape Santiago (<300 masl) (Map 4). Almost half of the total land area (41.75%) of
Calatagan is characterized by undulating to rolling slopes (8-18%). Rolling to very steep
slope (greater than 18%) constitute 24.32% of the Municipality’s total land area. The rest are
level to nearly level slopes (0-3%) constituting 24.36% of the Municipality’s land area, while
the remaining 9.57% is characterized by gently sloping to undulating slopes (3-8%) (Map 5).
In addition, there are several creeks and rivers traversing the Municipality of Calatagan. The
major rivers identified are, Santiago River and Ermitanyo River.
Soil Types
Calatagan has a similar surface geological information with onshore areas of Mindoro Island,
Batangas, and Lubang island group. Parent soil types identified are Pliocene-Quartenary
recent, and Upper Miocene-Pliocene (Sedimentary & Rocks), where the latter constitutes
93.39% of Calatagan. Specific soil types in the Municipality are Calumpang Clay found in
parts of Balibago and the middle of the peninsula (7.15%); Sibul Clay found in most parts of
the Municipality (87.33%); and Taal Sandy Loam found in western coasts of the Municipality
(5.52%). Sugar cane production is grown on lands with Calumpang Clay; while Sibul Clay is
suitable for rice, peanuts, tomatoes and vegetables plantation; and corn, citrus, sugar cane,
fruit trees are best grown in Taal Sandy Loam (Map 6).
Map 4. Topographic Map of Calatagan, Batangas
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Map 6. Soil Type Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Soil Suitability and Land Capability
Agricultural activities are highly suitable (S3) in medium-elevated areas mostly concentrated
in the Barangays of Biga, Paraiso, Carretunan, Gulod, Quilitisan, Balitoc, Barangays 1, 2, 3,
4, Tanagan, Sta. Ana and Bagong Silang. On the other hand, agricultural activities are not
suitable (NS) in low lying areas, located in the coastal areas surrounding the Municipality
(Map 7). Barangays Luya, Baha and Hukay are characterized with higher elevated areas
where forestry is highly suitable (S3). In addition, forestry is also suitable (S2) in the
southern tip part of the Municipality, in the mid-ranged elevations of Barangays Sta. Ana and
Bagong Silang (Map 8). Except for high elevation areas, the whole Municipality is suitable
for purposes such as commercial and industrial and residential/institutional. Barangays
Balitoc, 3, Tanagan and Sta. Ana are high suitability (S3) areas that are flood-free for such
use (Map 9). The whole Municipality is also suitable for residential/institutional uses, except
on high elevation areas (Map 10). Highly suitable (S3) areas for built-up uses are located in
parts of Barangays Biga, Paraiso, Sambungan, Balitoc, 3, Tanagan, parts of Barangay 4, and
Sta. Ana. In terms of the suitability of the lands in Calatagan for sanitary landfill, parts of
barangays Balibago, Talisay, Biga, Lucsuhin and Tanagan are moderately suitable for such
purpose. Other areas were deemed unsuitable due to the geographic and physical
characteristics of these areas. In the Poblacion areas, Barangays 3 and 4 has areas suitable for
building a sanitary landfill (Map 11).
The Bureau of Soils has classified the land resources of Calatagan into the land capability
classes denoted as “Be”, “M” and “De.” Capability Class “Be” are found in the central
portion of Calatagan, where lands are nearly level to sloping and slightly to moderately
eroded. Majority of Calatagan’s land area are characterized as Capability Class “M” or lands
that are steep, very severely to excessively eroded or shallow for cultivation, suited for
pasture or forest with effective management and controls. Lastly, Capability Class “De” are
lands suitable for pasture of forest, are situated along the shores and are characterized by
sloping at higher gradients that are characterized as severely eroded.
Map 7. Suitability Map for Agriculture Use in Calatagan, Batangas
Map 8. Suitability Map for Forest Use in Calatagan, Batangas
Map 9. Suitability Map for Commercial and Industrial Use of Calatagan, Batangas
Map 10. Suitability Map for Residential and Institutional Use in Calatagan, Batangas
Map 11. Suitability Map for Sanitary Landfill in Calatagan, Batangas
Hydrogeologic Feature
The groundwater potential of Calatagan is mostly characterized with local and less productive
aquifers (I-C), with 55,908 hectares coverage while II-B type is found in around 4,661
hectares of land (Map 12).
Water resources and Coastal Marine Areas and Resources
The coastal bodies of water under Calatagan’s territory has a total surface area of 75,864.26
hectares stretching over 48 kilometers of its coastline. Calatagan has the highest area of body
of water in Batangas province. This vast area is rich with coastal and marine resources such
as mangroves, seagrasses and coral reefs. Calatagan has the largest mangrove area in
Batangas Province as per mangrove mapping conducted by the Conservation International
Philippines (CIP) through its Coral Triangle Support Partnership Project in 2011. Moreover,
Calatagan has vast established marine protected areas. These areas include the Pagapas Bay
and Municipal Water Marine Reserve (1992), and sanctuaries of Tanagan Marine Sanctuary,
Bagong Silang Fish Sanctuary, Sta. Ana Marine Sanctuary, and Carretunan Fish Sanctuary 1.
There are also well-developed coral reefs on the west coast of Batangas, east coast of the
Balayan Bay and north-western part of Maricaban Island.
As reported by the Conserve and Protect the Ocean Foundation (CAPOcean, 2012) the
coastal and marine habitats of Calatagan are in good condition. However, anthropological
activities and natural events pose high threats to degradation of these habitats. In addition,
based from the EIA Report of a Mining Project in Barangays. Baha and Talibayog, marine
area in the southeast part of the Municipality is characterized by quite deep seabeds with
depths of up to 100 or 150 meters within less than a kilometer offshore and near the coastline.
The seabed is characterized by mud and sand while seagrass have been observed along the
coastal waters from Barangay Baha to Barangay Talibayog.
The tides in Balayan Bay, which has similar tidal characteristics with the Manila Bay
Reference station, has a bench mark elevation of 3.240 meters. Depending on the season,
wave heights in Balayan reach up about to 1.5 meters during southwest monsoon (habagat)
season while only 0.60 meters during northeast monsoon (amihan) season. The current
directions are generally northward during flood tide and generally southward during ebb tide.
The measured currents were quite strong for bay with current speeds ranging from 1.8 to 12.2
during ebb tide, while observed seawater temperature at 1 meter from sea surface range from
27.5 to 29.0 degree Celsius.
1
Marine Protected Areas in Batangas (p.4) in The Verde Framework: A Management Plan Framework for the Verde Island Passage
Marine Corridor, 2009, DENR, PAWB.
Geological/Environmental Hazard Areas
Volcanic activities, flooding, landslides, and coastal erosion and accretion are the identified
geological and natural hazards in the Municipality of Calatagan. Specifically, environmental
hazards are: risks resulting from volcanic activities of Taal Volcano with associated
earthquakes and seiches; flooding due to excessive rainfall, typhoons, tsunamis and storm
surges; risks resulting from rain-induced landslides; coastal erosion and coastal accretion; and
vulnerability to earthquake and tsunami occurrence (Map 13 and Map 14).
Climate Change and Vulnerability
The Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment shows that Calatagan is vulnerable to climate
disasters, mainly to super typhoons and massive floods. Since the year 1970, the Municipality
has experienced seven (7) super typhoons wherein Typhoon Yolanda left with the most
damage in the area. There were no casualties recorded but agricultural crops were
significantly damaged. Based on the climate trends and projection by DOST-PAGASA,
Calatagan is foreseen to have seasonal temperature change, specifically, warmer throughout
the year especially during summer months. Seasonal rainfall is also projected to change for
the following years, where more precipitation during wet season will be experienced while
more drought occurrence is to be expected during dry season. On the other hand, there is no
clear indication of the trend of tropical cyclone occurrence affecting the Municipality due to
high data variability over the decades. Despite knowing the vulnerabilities, local government
still lacks on the equipment, facilities, and resources to efficiently adapt with extreme climate
variabilities.
Map 12. Groundwater Potential Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Map 13. Flood Hazard Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Map 14. Landslide Hazard Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Existing Land Use

The land use of Municipality of Calatagan is predominantly agricultural (Map 15) (Table 1),
covering 63.23% of the total land area. The agricultural areas comprising of prime
agricultural lands, agro-industrial land comprising of commercial-scale poultry and livestock
projects cover 6,802.41 hectares. The largest portion of built-up area is used for housing and
residential use covering 560.83 hectares (5.21%) scattered in all 25 barangays. Most
businesses are located in urban barangays. Planned Unit Development (PUD) and industries
cover the second largest land area in the Municipality. A total land area of 1,311.46 hectares
or 12.19% is used for PUD where Calatagan Golf Course, Bigaa Ice Plant, runway, Polo
Club, Bigaa Ice Plant and portions in Baha and Talibayog are found. Land areas used for
industrial purposes have increased dramatically over the recent years, covering 922.09
hectares, or 8.57% of the total land area of the Municipality. Industrial projects such as solar
power plant and approved quarry sites are located in Brgy. Paraiso, Biga, Talibayog, Baha.
The existing quarry sites in Calatagan covers around 70.04 hectares or 0.65% of the total land
area of Calatagan. Other uses of land in Calatagan are mangrove areas (323.19 ha), tourism
facilities (308.77 ha), fish ponds (249.32 ha), roads and utilities (134.50 ha) and socialized
housing (0.82 ha) (Table 1).
Table 1.Existing Land Use of Calatagan, Batangas

Percent to Total
Land Uses Area (in Ha.) Land Area
Residential 560.83 5.21
Commercial 39.20 0.36
Institutional 23.07 0.21
Parks and Recreation 2.58 0.02
Cemetery 9.17 0.09
Ecology Center (MRF) 0.54 0.01
Socialized Housing 0.82 0.01
Agricultural 6,802.41 63.23
Tourism 308.77 2.87
Infrastructure (Roads and Utilities) 134.50 1.25
Planned Unit Development (PUD) 1,311.46 12.19
Industrial 922.09 8.57
Mining/Quarry 70.04 0.65
Mangrove Area 323.19 3.00
Fishponds 249.32 2.32
Total 10,757.99 100.00
Source: GIS Computed Area and secondary data
Urban Land Use

Urban areas are located in Barangay 1, Barangay 2, Barangay 3 and Barangay 4 (Table 2)
(Map 16). In the case of land use in urban areas, largest portion of the urban area is still
utilized for agricultural activities, covering 424.28 hectares or 57.41% of the total urban area,
followed by PUD and residential areas with 110.21 hectares (14.91%) and 91.56 hectares
(12.39%), respectively. Fish ponds and infrastructure areas also occupy relatively large areas
in the urban barangays covering 34.52 hectares and 23.23 hectares, respectively. On the other
hand, cemetery, commercial, Ecology Center (MRF), parks and recreation, and tourism
establishments occupy 28.39% of the total urban areas.
Table 2. Existing Urban Land Use of Calatagan, Batangas

Land Uses Area Percentage to Total
(ha.) Urban Area
Agricultural 424.28 57.41
Cemetery 9.17 1.24
Fish Ponds 34.52 4.67
Infrastructure 23.23 3.14
Parks & Recreation 0.29 0.04
PUD 110.21 14.91
Tourism 10.03 1.36
Total 739.01 100.00
Source: GIS Computed Area and secondary data
Change in Land Use

There was an increase in the total area of the Municipality since 1997 when the disputed area
of 74 hectares was resolved and awarded to the Municipality of Calatagan by the
Sangguniang Panlalawigan in 1979. In addition, accretion of soil in the coastal areas were
also accounted for the increase in the land area of the Municipality. This has been included in
the existing total land area of the Municipality (10,757.99 hectares). Moreover, changes in
land use were observed such as conversion of grassland to agricultural land in 2001 to recent
years. In 2017, socialized housing (Gawad Kalinga), mining/quarry, fishponds, and mangrove
were identified as new land uses. Land for industrial use has the largest expansion with the
opening of Solar Power Plant and the approved land conversion in 2008 in Barangays Baha
and Talibayog from agricultural to industrial use (Table 3).
Table 3. Land Use Change in Calatagan between 2001 and 2017

2001 2017
Land Uses Percent to Percent to
Area (in Ha.) Total Land Area (in Ha.) Total Land
Area Area
Residential 357.82 3.40 560.83 5.21
Commercial 8.51 0.08 39.20 0.36
Institutional 21.94 0.21 23.07 0.21
Parks and Recreation 0.62 0.01 2.58 0.02
Cemetery 2.35 0.02 9.17 0.09
Ecology Center (MRF) 0.40 0.004 0.54 0.01
Socialized Housing - - 0.82 0.01
Agricultural 6,698.08 63.62 6,802.41 63.23
Tourism 197.92 1.88 308.77 2.87
Roads and Utilities 143.36 1.36 134.50 1.25
Planned Unit Development 1,311.46 12.19
871.08 8.27
(PUD)
Industrial 40.00 0.38 922.09 8.57
Mining/Quarry - - 70.04 0.65
Mangrove Area - - 323.19 3.00
Fishponds - - 249.32 2.32
Swamps, Fish Ponds and
417.25 3.96 - -
Bodies of Water
Open Grasslands 1,768.56 16.80 - -
Total 10,527.89 100.00 10,757.99 100.00
Source: CLUP, 2001 of Calatagan, Batangas, GIS Computed area and secondary data
Existing Water Use

Municipal waters within the jurisdiction of Calatagan has a total surface area of 75,864.26
hectares. Commercial and municipal fisheries areas cover a total surface area of 69,115.76
hectares or 91.10% of the municipal waters. Water areas for conservation, mangroves,
tourism, and reef area only utilize less than 10% of the total surface area of the Municipality.
The reef area, comprising of coral reefs cover a total span of 2,110.97 hectares. This also
includes marine reserves currently totalling to an area of 151 hectares and is composed of
four (4) Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), namely: Tanagan Marine Sanctuary (9 ha);
Calatagan Pyramid Artificial Reef MPA in Bagong Silang (60 ha); Sta. Ana Marine
Sanctuary (11 ha); and Carretunan-Quilitisan Joint MPA (71 ha). Total reef area comprises
2.78% of total municipal waters. Conservation area has been identified to cover 1,064.19
hectares or 1.40% of total municipal waters. These are identified areas found offshore of
Brgys. Bagong Silang, Sta. Ana, Tanagan, Barangay 3, Balitoc, Baha, Talibayog, Gulod,
Quilitisan, Carretunan, Talisay and Balibago.
Municipal Fishing Areas, as defined in the Fisheries Code, cover 1 to 15 km of the municipal
waters of Calatagan, which include the commercial fishing areas from 10.1 to 15 km of the
municipal waters. Areas devoted to commercial fishing cover 20,349.57 hectares or 26.82%
of the municipal waters. Municipal fishing, or fishing which does not require the use of
fishing vessel, or fishing with the use of three (3) gross tons or less are further identified to
cover areas as follows: Gill net: 14,624.05 hectares; Hook and line: 13,001.02 hectares; and
fisheries: 21,141.12 hectares.
Mangrove areas were also identified within the municipal waters of Calatagan. These
comprise a total area of 30.37 hectares or 0.04% of the total municipal water area. It must be
noted that these areas are additional mangrove areas identified within the Municipal Land
Boundary of Calatagan.
Areas specifically identified to be devoted to tourism comprise a total area of 3,276.96

hectares, or 4.32% of the total municipal waters of Calatagan. Tourism zones within the
municipal waters of Calatagan are intertwining the reef areas stretching from the western
coast of the Municipality all the way to the eastern side at the cove of Brgy. Hukay. Lastly,
area used by Calatagan Port in Barangay 4 has water area of 282,298.32 sqm based on
Executive Order No. 414 (2005), also falls under the reef area (Table 4) (Map 16 and 17).
Table 4. Existing Water Use of Calatagan, Batangas

Water Uses Area (Ha.) Percentage (%)
Reef Area 2,110.97 2.78
Conservation 1,064.19 1.40
Fisheries (Municipal fishing) 21,141.12 27.87
Gillnet (Municipal fishing) 14,624.05 19.28
Hook and Line (Municipal fishing) 13,001.02 17.14
Commercial Fishing 20,349.57 26.82
Seaweeds Area 266.01 0.35
Tourism 3,276.96 4.32
Total 75,864.26 100.00
Source: GIS computed area
Map 15. Existing General Land Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Map 16. Existing Urban Land Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Map 17. Existing Water Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Economy
Agriculture
Calatagan is heavily dependent on its local agricultural sector, occupying 6,802.41 hectares
or 63.23% of the total land area. Agricultural activities include crop production, livestock and
poultry production and fisheries. Fishing and farming are the two main sources of livelihood
in the town. Major crops are rice followed by vegetables. Other local crops grown are
sugarcane and fruit trees. In the fisheries sector, various salt-water fish and prawns are
harvested within the Municipality. Seaweeds plantation also operates in 11 hectares
sporadically grown in the Barangays of Gulod, Balitoc, Barangay 3 and Barangay 4.
Commerce and Trade
Commercial establishments in Calatagan cover an estimated land area of 39.20 hectares.

Majority of the commercial areas are located in Poblacion. However, based from the data in
year 2012-2016, the Business Permits and Licensing Division (BPLD) has not found a
substantial increase in the number of permits per year for the past 5 years, which implies that
some businesses may have not formally registered. Wholesale and retail trade and repair
shops (i.e. for motor vehicles, motorcycle, personal and household goods) were the dominant
businesses in the Municipality in terms of the number. Businesses are categorized into
primary, secondary and tertiary economic activities. Primary economic activities include
agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and mining. Secondary economic activities such as
manufacturing, electricity, gas and water supply. Notably, tertiary economic activities had not
substantially increased in number for the past 5 years. Tertiary economic activities are
characterized by operations in wholesale and retail, general services, accommodations, and
extra-territorial organizations and bodies. Commerce and trade can be further developed by
encouraging new investors, traders and businessmen to establish new businesses and or
continue their businesses in the locality.
Industry
Different local industries have become a unique and important source of local income. With
the opening of the largest solar farm in the Philippines, the Municipality has significantly
grown from small to large industrial town. Expansion of local quarry industries was also
observed in the recent years. With the rich mineral resources and presence of Asturias
Chemical Industries and Calatagan Solar Farm, it is expected that these will significantly
contribute to Calatagan’s local economy through higher local employment rate and increase
in local revenue. Other industries in the Municipality are the ice plants and unregistered
quarry industries in the Municipality. The latter, however, poses a threat to the environment
and the communities. With this, there is a need for both local government and operators to
carefully assess and implement regulations and policies to avoid degradation of natural
resources and mitigate adverse effects to communities.
Tourism
The Municipality of Calatagan is known locally and internationally as one of the best tourist
destination in the Philippines. As it is surrounded by bodies of water, most of the tourist
attractions are resorts providing water activities such as swimming, boat riding, fishing, and
wakeboarding. Some luxury resorts in the Municipality have pools and golf facilities and
services. The most visited tourist attractions in Calatagan are Calatagan Mangrove Forest
Conservation Park, Calatagan Artificial Pyramid, Cape Santiago Lighthouse, Calatagan Golf
Club Course, Museo de Enrique Zobel, and Solar Farm. Tourism establishments operate
throughout the year, but the peak season is during summer (early March to late June).
Infrastructure, Facilities, Utilities and Services
Transportation Network
The Municipality has a total length of 192.06 km of roads adjoining all other barangays and
providing access to its neighbouring municipalities, Lian and Balayan. Public utility
jeepneys, tricycles and motorcycles are the common means of transportation in the
Municipality. Other modes of transportations are buses and vans which route mainly from
municipalities to cities and vice versa.
Currently, the roads are mostly (95.5%) overlaid with concrete/asphalt (paved) while the
remaining (4.5%) are compacted with gravel or earth filled (unpaved). Provincial roads
measure to a total of 20.50 kilometers whereas the length of the municipal roads totaled to 1.9
kilometers. Barangay roads are 161.31 km long which provides inter-/intra connectivity.
Further, there are 15 bridges in the Municipality, nine (9) of which have been reported in
poor to critical conditions while the rest are in fair condition. Aside from bridges, there is also
a culvert in Brgy. Sambungan and box culverts in Brgy. Quilitisan connecting to other
barangays. Aside from the above-mentioned land transportation services and facilities, there
is also a sea port in the Municipality known as the Calatagan Port, previously named as
Balong-Bato Port constructed under the Nationwide Feeder Ports Program of the Department
of Transportation and Communications (DOTC), now Department of Transportation (DOTr).
The delineation of the Calatagan Port Zone was enacted through Executive Order No. 414, S.
2005 – Declaring and Delineating the Calatagan Port Zone under the Administrative
Jurisdiction of the Philippine Ports Authority with an area of 282,298.32 sq. m.
As per Calatagan Municipal Office, there is an on-going Calatagan-Tilik (Lubang) Ports

partnership plan but has not yet been materialized due to port dredging problem. The said
partnership envisions to promote sea-borne trade and commerce in CALABARZON and
MIMAROPA and spurring the economic growth of the region.
Utilities
Basic utilities such as electricity, water, and telecommunication networks are available in
Municipality, however, not all barangays have access to it. The Batangas Electric
Cooperative (BATELEC) 1 is the main power supplier of the Municipality. According to

BATELEC, all of the households in Calatagan can have access to electricity. However, it was
reported that only 88% of the households have electrical connection. This is mainly because,
there are still households located in untitled lots who do not apply for power connection.
Second, one of the requirements in the application for power connection is the approved
building permit as accomplished by the applicants. Due to the inability and/or incapacity of
owners in obtaining building permits, power connection problem such as the ‘spaghetti’
system exists.
Municipal waterworks system is currently being constructed in Calatagan. As of now, only a

few barangays have their own waterworks system. Water is mainly sourced from shallow
wells, artesian wells and deep wells. For some tourism establishments, water is recycled or
they have their own water tanks to maintain their facilities and supply the needs of their
clientele. Hand pumps are also installed in some households for domestic use.
In terms of waste management, the Solid Waste Management Office (SWMO) of the
Municipal Government of Calatagan is mainly responsible in the solid waste management
and the provision of solid waste facilities, including collection of wastes in the area. In
compliance to RA 9003 or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act, the SWMO aims to
reduce wastes at source through composting and recycling. Locales, especially in the
residential areas, are encouraged through government projects like ‘Idol ko si Kapt’ Project.
For the 14 barangays of Calatagan, collected wastes are gathered and recycled in the
dumpsite in Barangay IV. Wastes are segregated and processed (for recyclable wastes) into
cement bricks and biodegradables are processed as vermicompost.
Information and Communication Technology
There are various forms of communication that are being used by the residents in Calatagan
including post mails, texts, and calls. Cell phones and landlines are widely used, but sending
post mails is conventional. Devices such as cell phones and landlines makes communication
easier. Also, news and other correspondence are served to the Town through print and
broadcast media. Meanwhile, signal of cell site networks are available in 25 barangays. Smart
and Globe Telecommunication companies are the two (2) major network providers of the
Municipality. However, some areas and/or barangays do not have good cellular signal. On the
other hand, internet connection is readily available and accessible in all parts of the Poblacion
but not yet available in remote rural areas, mainly because cell sites are not yet available in
these areas.
Development Constraints: Priority Issues and Concerns

The Municipality of Calatagan faces various issues and challenges which can have an effect
on the development of the locality and the province. It is important to address these issues in
order to increase the potential success of any programs and projects to be implemented while
lowering risk of unsuccessful development path for Calatagan. The issues and concerns
identified for the Municipality of Calatagan are as follows:
1. Vulnerability to Climate-related Hazards
The increasing intensity and occurrence of climate-related hazards occurring in the country
poses significant risks to specific area such as Calatagan. Fishermen and farmers are among
the most vulnerable group to climate events in Calatagan in terms of their seasonal income
that is dependent on their fishing and farming activities. Fishing and farming activities are
easily affected by drastic weather changes. Lack of alternative livelihood other than farming
and fishing poses economic problems to fishermen and farmers in the municipality. Aside
from the economic activities that can be affected by climate events, the infrastructures and
facilities in Calatagan are also vulnerable to climate events. Seven percent of the total number
of houses in Calatagan are made of light materials and are located near rivers and waterways.
These houses located near rivers and waterways are highly exposed to flood inundation and
other similar conditions. Having a good and efficient drainage system can greatly aid in
avoiding inundation in the inner areas of Calatagan. Environmental factors and processes that
can also aggravate the vulnerability of Calatagan to climate events include barren mountains,
inadequacy in water supply, erosion, earthquake, typhoon, storm surge and landslide.
Mitigation and prevention activities and preparation can be considered to increase adaptive
capacity of Calatagan to climate related hazards and events.
2. Insufficiency in Education, Health and Social Services
The education sector of Calatagan faces a lot of challenges in terms of limited water supply,
dilapidation in some school buildings, limited number of facilities and teachers as per
standards. In the health sector, there are only limited number of support personnel (such as
laboratory technicians) available who cater to the health needs of the people of Calatagan.
Also, malnourishment of children aged 6 years old and below, exposure to bacterial and viral
diseases, lack of sanitary toilets, limited and inapt storage facility for special wastes and
absence of sanitary landfill pose environmental and health risks to the population of
Calatagan. In terms of the housing sector, there are still backlogs needed to be addressed in
Calatagan. There are at least 31% of the household in Calatagan that do not have ownership
to their current housing units. Aside from this, there is also a high number of informal settlers
(298 families) in Calatagan. Also, limited social workers, projects, and social welfare
facilities such as home for the aged, counselling offices, and PWD centers that can
accommodate the needs of the vulnerable and indigent groups of Calatagan were observed. In
turn, only a few were served by the municipal social welfare services. There is also a need to
increase the number of protective services personnel in order to accommodate the increasing
population of Calatagan and its protective sectoral demand. With the increasing number of
population of Calatagan, programs and projects related to the education, health and other
social sectors must be developed, improved and enhanced to ensure efficient and equitable
delivery of public goods and services to the people of Calatagan.
3. Cost of input production
One of the development goals of Calatagan is to develop its industry sector as well as
increase its agricultural productivity. High cost of input production serves as a hindrance
towards fully achieving a developed industrial and agricultural sector. Creating an

environment where various economic activities can thrive benefitting all sectors of Calatagan
is therefore essential to attain the development of the Municipality. Creating conducive
environment for socioeconomic activities in Calatagan is essential to attain the Municipal’s
developmental goals and objectives.
4. Need for a Stronger Institutionalization of Sustainable Eco-tourism
Sustainable ecotourism can serve as an important economic activity that can be highlighted in
promoting the development of the Municipality. However, a comprehensive plan for
ecotourism development in Calatagan is yet to be concretized. Currently, there are only
limited number of tourism activities being conducted in the area. The tourism activities as
well as the influx of visitors in Calatagan are weakly monitored. Also, promotional and
marketing activities to encourage tourists to visit Calatagan needs to be strengthened.
Establishment of a tourism office can aid in promoting sustainable ecotourism in Calatagan.
5. Need to Improve and Realize Potential of Commercial Fisheries
The fisheries sector of Calatagan provides another source of income not just for the
Municipality but to its constituents as well. Having a large expanse of municipal water under
its jurisdiction, the Municipality of Calatagan has a big potential in terms of fisheries
production. In order to fully reap the benefits and advantages of the marine resources of
Calatagan, the institutionalization, provision of infrastructural support, and capacity building
activities for stakeholders should be developed, enhanced, improved and monitored
continuously.
6. Limited access to water services
Limited access to water services is also a challenge to the people of Calatagan. Many rural
areas need to have additional sources of water which can be used for household purposes
such as laundry, cleaning dishes and taking a bath.
7. Transportation Infrastructure Challenges
Roads and bridges are essential in ensuring efficient and effective flow of goods and services.
Existing condition of roads need to be assessed and, if needed, rehabilitated for improved use
of the people. Old steel bridges need to be retrofitted to ensure safety of the people using
these bridges. Lastly, there is limited number of terminals present in Calatagan. This is
coupled with unregulated placement of makeshift or temporary terminals which can
contributed to traffic congestion in the locality.
8. Challenges in Communication Infrastructures and Facilities
There are limited number of cell site towers present in the rural areas of Calatagan.
Consequently, this poses problems in terms of the efficiency and ability of people to
communicate effectively within and outside of Calatagan. In addition, there is a limited
availability of equipment and communication facilities in Calatagan which lists one (1) post
office, four (4) print media, and 17 cell site networks. In order to ensure achievement of a
fully connected and efficient communication among the population as well as the neighboring
localities of Calatagan, a stable and sufficient communication infrastructures and facilities
should be secured.
9. Institutional Challenges
Full participation of the public sector should be encouraged in order to fully achieve the goals
of Calatagan. Public sector awareness and participation are essential in attaining sustainable
development of the Municipality.
Development Opportunities and Strengths

The Municipality of Calatagan has its inherent advantages that can help in achieving its
development goals. These advantages shall serve as development opportunities that the
Municipality of Calatagan can further tap and harness in order to achieve its functional roles
both at the provincial and regional level. By sustainably and efficiently directing these
distinct characteristics and attributes, Calatagan can ensure the achievement of its vision and
mission. These are some of the identified development opportunities inherent to the
Municipality of Calatagan:
1. Abundant natural resources
A salient feature of the physical environment of Calatagan is its abundant natural resources
especially in their coastal areas. The large expanse of marine waters in Calatagan provides an
opportunity to offer multiple uses and functions such as ecotourism, fisheries, buffer zones
and protection areas. Sustainable use and strict regulations of laws pertaining to the
protection and promotion of environmental welfare are therefore crucial in achieving the
optimal benefits that can be reaped from Calatagan’s natural resources.
2. Vast lands suitable for agriculture
The Municipality of Calatagan is gifted with vast lands that are suitable for agricultural
activities. The suitability of the soil of Calatagan for agricultural purposes can provide areas
where stakeholders can conduct agricultural activities which can aid in achieving a food
sufficient and secured locality. These lands can also provide an opportunity for the
Municipality to serve as food basket not only for the Batangas province but also to the
National Capital Region. Promoting climate-resilient crops will greatly help in ensuring the
sustainability of the agricultural sector of the municipality given changes in climate in

Calatagan.
3. Existing road networks
In terms of its relative location, Calatagan has an advantage due to its proximity to the
National Capital Region. This is further magnified by the existence of road networks leading
to Calatagan’s neighboring localities and reaching as far as the National Capital Region. This
feature opens up different opportunities for Calatagan such as increase in influx of
ecotourism visitors, export of agricultural products to neighboring localities and attracting
potential investors in the Municipality.
4. Inter-Island Connectivity
The Municipality of Calatagan can connect with other nearby island municipalities through
potential marine transport routes. The inter-island connectivity can give way to transporting
both passengers and cargos coming from Calatagan to other island municipalities such as
Lubang and the province of Mindoro and vice versa. Through these marine routes, stronger
connections and economic relations to other municipalities can be further established creating
opportunities in these areas.
Functional Role of Calatagan

Batangas is one of the provinces comprising Region IV-A of the CALABARZON Region in
Luzon. It is the second largest province in the region having 19.50% share of the total land
area. Calatagan is one of the municipalities in the Province of Batangas. Its functional role is
identified in the Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan 2014-2022. Located
in the first district of Batangas, Calatagan is identified as part of the Province’s development
area for sugarcane, aquaculture, commercial, industrial and tourism. Other towns clustered in
this district are Balayan, Calaca, Lian, Lemery, Nasugbu, Taal and Tuy.
The Municipality of Calatagan shall follow the agro-industrial and ecotourism development
in which development of fish landing center and new tourism destination and facilities will
become the major development projects for the Municipality. Calatagan is branded as “A
Palace in Batangas” with its magnificent views and breathtaking coastline offering
opportunities for ecotourism activities. The Municipality of Calatagan shall also serve as one
of the areas in Batangas for agricultural production. Having a soil that is highly suitable for
agriculture, Calatagan can offer many things in terms of its agricultural production. Some of
the programs, projects and activities which shall aid Calatagan in achieving its functional role
includes development of its commercial fishery, tourism development and providing subsidy
to its farmers.
THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN
Calatagan’s Development Vision and Mission
Vision
Calatagan is a renowned and safe ecotourism destination, resilient and vibrant agricultural
and industry-based municipality whose God loving, healthy citizens and progressive leaders
are active partners in the attainment of a balanced and sustainable development.
Mission
To pursue aggressively the plans and programs that will enhance ecotourism, agricultural and
other industrial development; with comprehensive provisions for economic and social
services and share with global obligation of environmental protection.
General Development Goals and Objectives
The general development goal of Calatagan is geared towards providing its residents the
benefits of a balanced agricultural, ecotourism, and industrial development within a
sustainable environment and human settlements framework where economic, infrastructure,
social and cultural objectives are fully and freely pursued. The following specific objectives
shall aid in accomplishing Calatagan’s development goals:
1. To sustainably optimize and maximize use of land resources through rational

distribution/allocation of land uses.
2. To provide sustainable economic and livelihood opportunities through balanced

agricultural, ecotourism and industrial development.
3. To facilitate access of population to social services, facilities and amenities.
4. To facilitate mobility and communication of and between people, goods and services
within the municipality through an efficient road and transportation network.
5. To maintain and preserve environmental stability and integrity.
6. To improve adaptation and resiliency of the community amidst increasing impacts of

climate change and disasters.
7. To encourage overall sustainable development with sound economic progress and

human security assurance.
8. To maintain and continuously improve administrative and fiscal machineries for the
efficient management of the local government and proper plan implementation.
Table 5 shows the vision, goals and its corresponding outcome indicators for Calatagan.
Table 5. Vision, Goals and Outcome Indicators

Vision Goal Outcome Indicator
Resilient  Mainstreaming disaster risk  Number of sectoral plans and
municipality reduction and climate change programs/projects with
adaptation (DRR/CCA) into DRR/CCA mainstreamed
sectoral plans and program  Reduced number of people
achieved affected and damage to property
 Reduce vulnerability of people, and losses caused by natural
infrastructure, properties and hazards and calamities
livelihood from increasing
impacts of hydro meteorological
and geological hazards
Agricultural  Promoting diversification of crops  Increased number of crops
development  Sustainable use of agricultural produced
lands ensured  Increase in the number of crop,
 Development and improvement livestock, poultry and fisheries
of fisheries, livestock and poultry production
raising  Areas for agricultural purposes
 Agricultural productivity are fully utilized
increased  Increased average income of
families involved in agriculture
Sustainable  Development and improvement  Increased number of visiting
Ecotourism of tourism facilities in the tourists
Municipality  Coastal resources sustainably
 Sustainable use, allocation and managed
management of land and water  Conservation of environment
resources ensured and natural resources
 Preservation of cultural heritage
and significant natural resources
 Increased Number of
programs/projects implemented
related to ecotourism
 Increased average income of
families involved in ecotourism
 Increased municipal revenue
from tourism operations
Industrial  Conducive environment for  Support infrastructure in key
development investments created and development/production areas
sustained increased
 Sound legal and regulatory  Number of local and foreign
framework for domestic and investors increased
foreign investment that attract  Number of jobs created and
and generate public and private people employed increased
sector investments  Increased average income of
families involved or employed in
industrial sector
 Increased municipal revenue
from industrial operations
Development Thrusts and Strategies

Reaching and executing the vision and goals of Calatagan to achieve its development goals
will require specific thrusts and strategies incorporating the Municipality’s sectoral needs.
The advantages inherent to the Municipality’s physical, natural, biological, economic, social,
cultural and institutional shall play a big role in attaining their development. The following
are the development thrusts and strategies for the Municipality of Calatagan:
Climate-Resilient Agricultural Development
The agricultural sector plays an important role in providing and ensuring food sufficiency and
security for the whole of Municipality of Calatagan. The following are the strategies which
shall ensure that a climate-resilient agricultural development is to be achieved by the
Municipality of Calatagan:
Strategies
 Assessment and identification of climate-resilient crops that can be cultivated which

can aid in ensuring food sufficiency and security in the municipality
 Assessment and identification of mangrove areas suitable for aqua silviculture
practices wherein the conservation of mangrove forests and increasing fish stocks for
the Municipality can be applied
 Diversification of crops that can be cultivated in the Municipality in order to further
strengthen climate resiliency in the agricultural sector
 Strengthening and capacity-building of fishermen and farmers through seminars and
trainings on the latest innovation and technologies for farming and fishing
 Encouraging active participation and involvement of fisher folks and farmers in
Barangay/Municipal Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management Councils
(BFARMC/MFARMC), Municipal/Barangay Agriculture and Fisheries Council
(MAFC/BAFC) and local cooperatives present in the municipality.
 Formation of and strengthening of existing cooperatives as a strategy in providing
financial assistance in the capacity building of fisher folks and farmers.
 Incorporating climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction frameworks and
methods in sustainable agriculture activities in the Municipality
 Development of agricultural technologies and infrastructures to support potential
agricultural demand in the Municipality.
 Developing of linkages and strengthening partnerships among fisher folks, farmers
and business sectors.
Sustainable Ecotourism Development
In terms of the ecotourism potential of Calatagan, the Municipality has a great advantage
given its geographic position in the province of Batangas. This is further reinforced by the
abundant natural resources especially in the coastal areas. The following strategies can aid in
developing the sustainable ecotourism in Calatagan:
Strategies
• Formulation of Ecotourism Development Plan
• Identification and establishment of ecotourism zones in order to ensure low risk of

impacts of ecotourism activities to natural resources
• Strengthening municipal tourism office and community participation in promoting

sustainable ecotourism for the municipality
• Identification and establishment of sustainable ecotourism activities to specific

ecotourism zones that the Municipality can offer to visitors
• Formulation and establishment of standard fees and fines for ecotourism such as
environmental fees, diving fees, entrance fees
• Establishment of a museum for relics and artifacts that were found in Calatagan
• Establishment of linkages and partnerships between the academe and the local
government in further ensuring conservation of resources and sustainable ecotourism
• Promotion of community-based activities and participation in ecotourism

management and enterprises
• Coordination with the local agriculture and business sectors in providing different
products and services near identified ecotourism sites
• Development of promotional materials for ecotourism activities in the municipality
Rural Development
The vast expanse of land area of Calatagan is composed of numerous rural barangays that
have the potential in contributing to the development of the Municipality. Given the physical
and natural characteristics and features of these rural barangays, a set of strategies are needed
to ensure that the development of these areas will not compromise their environment’s
integrity and quality of life of the people living in it.
Strategies
 Ensuring access and delivery of basic services to the population of Calatagan

 Adoption of policies and programs promoting rural poverty alleviation
 Development of rural development plan mainstreaming CCA/DRR
 Development of support infrastructures and facilities that shall aid in the rural
development of Calatagan
 Development and improvement of network facilities such as roads leading to and
within the rural areas
 Development and building of infrastructures for power, water and
communication in order to ensure access of people to these services
Industrialization
Calatagan shall promote industrialization activities that can provide a local policy where
industries can grow sustainably complementing other land uses in the Municipality. The
industrial activities proposed and is recommended for Calatagan are those which are non-
pollutive and non-hazardous in nature. By doing so, conservation of its natural resources,
high quality agricultural products and sustainable ecotourism can still be ensured.
Strategies
 Creation and adoption of policies and programs supporting heavy industrial

development
 Enhancement of business and licensing system
 Provision of tax incentives in order to encourage stakeholders in adhering to the
tax rules and regulations of the municipality
 Development and/or enhancing tax mapping system
 Strict implementation of environmental laws and regulations for compliance by
heavy industries
 Provision of new and improvement existing of infrastructure support which will
cater to the needs of a heavy industrial development in the Municipality
 Providing support to micro, small and medium enterprises
 Strengthen programs and projects on matching skills and labor market needs
 Promotion of renewable energy utilization as alternative source of energy of the
industries
 Strengthening of solid waste management system
Development Policies on Key Sectors

The development thrust and strategies of Calatagan are needed to be complemented with
development policies on key sectors in order to ensure inclusive growth of the Municipality.
These development policies shall ensure that the sectoral development growth are captured in
Calatagan’s growth. The development policies on key sectors are as follows:
Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
The 2009 Climate Change Act and the 2010 National Disaster Risk Reduction Management
Act are the primary policies guiding the climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction
management (CCA-DRRM) in the Philippines. Given increasing intensity and occurrence of
climate-related and disaster–related hazards in the country, mainstreaming CCA-DRRM has
become one of the priorities in the land use planning process of the different local
government units in the country. In order to achieve the goals CCA/DRR, policies are needed
to be put into place. The following are the general policies that shall guide the mainstreaming
of CCA/DRR for Calatagan:
1. Mainstreaming CCA/DRR into the different planning activities and documents

pursuant to related laws and policies.
2. Enhance capabilities in terms of disaster mitigation and prevention activities.
3. Establishing a set of systems that shall guide stakeholders in the identification,

assessment and analysis which are CCA/DRR related.
4. Investing on technologies, equipment, trainings and support facilities that shall be

utilized in CCA/DRR activities.
5. Provision of IEC materials and dissemination of knowledge related to CCA/DRR.
6. Development of early warning systems for flooding, earthquake, tsunami and sea
level rise.
7. Production of CCA/DRR maps that shall be disseminated to the people of

Calatagan
8. Continued close coordination with national agencies such as PHIVOLCS, PAG-ASA,

MGB and NAMRIA.
Climate-resilient Agriculture and Fisheries
Agriculture and fisheries are two important sectors in the Municipality of Calatagan.
Agricultural and fisheries production ensure that food security and availability shall not be
compromised in relation to the demands of the people. Pursuant to the National Climate
Change Action Plan 2011-2038 and the Climate Change Act of 2009, the agriculture and
fisheries sector has been given emphasis in terms of its capacity to adapt to the changing
climate of the country. In order to do so, the following policies shall direct efforts towards
achieving climate-resilient agriculture and fisheries for Calatagan:
1. Mainstreaming CCA/DRR policies into community-based fishery and agriculture.
2. Providing means for direct intervention of local government unit and cooperatives on
accessing funds for agriculture and fisheries production and development.
3. Exploring new methods of agricultural and fishery production that are climate-
resilient and sustainable.
4. Promotion of diversified livelihood and climate-resilient crops suitable for Calatagan.
5. Investing on advance and innovative technologies, materials, equipment and trainings

related to climate-resilient agriculture.
6. Building partnership with key sectors and groups in terms of the enhancement of
resiliency, mitigation and adaptation of the agricultural sector.
7. Investing on coral reef rehabilitation and restoration which will serve as protective
barriers against strong waves and habitat area for economically-important fishery
products.
Water Conservation
Availability of clean and good quality water is crucial in ensuring the health of not only the
people of Calatagan but the different sectors depending on it as well. In order to make sure
that good quality of water is available, the following policy guidelines are recommended:
1. Preparation of inventory of the different types of water sources and their respective
levels of availability and accessibility in the Municipality.
2. Investing in eco-friendly technologies and infrastructures that shall ensure integrity of

water quality in relation to effects of climate-driven impacts.
3. Promotion and development of integrated and participatory water resources

management.
4. Strengthening of existing laws pertaining to water conservation and its use.
5. Promotion of data banking pertaining to information on water resources in the

Municipality.
6. Strengthening of implementation of solid waste management.
Resilient Infrastructure
Infrastructures are necessities in the development of any local government unit. Ensuring that
the infrastructures are built based on the set standards as reflected in the Philippine laws and
policies is therefore important. To achieve a resilient infrastructure environment for
Calatagan, the following policies are suggested:
1. Development of an infrastructure inventory and plan that mainstreams CCA/DRR

resiliency and mitigation.
2. Building, rehabilitation and improvement of routes that shall serve as means of

transport in times of disasters.
3. Ensure compatibility of land use with the infrastructure development.
4. Investing on climate-resilient public infrastructures and support facilities
5. Promotion of awareness in the community through IEC materials and activities

pertaining to infrastructure resiliency.
6. Development of a standard system of operation in times of disasters to ensure optimal

utilization of infrastructures.
Economic Sector
Calatagan has so much potential in its economic sector. However, policies are needed in
place to ensure optimal attainment of its economic goals. These goals shall be strengthened
by the following policies:
1. Development and improvement of tax structure and collection system.
2. Improve accessibility to infrastructures and markets present in the Municipality.
3. Promotion of product and market diversification.
4. Promotion of locally-made products.
5. Strict implementation of laws and policies pertaining to the economic activities in the
area.
6. Strict implementation of solid waste management.
Sustainable Ecotourism
Ecotourism areas in Calatagan attract many visitors from many parts of the country and even
from abroad. Given the abundant scenic views and beaches located in the coastal areas of
Calatagan, sustainably managing its ecotourism is therefore important. In order to achieve
this, the following policies are proposed:
1. Formulation and development of an Ecotourism Plan emphasizing on community

participation and management.
2. Mainstreaming CCA/DRR to the ecotourism plan of Calatagan.
3. Establishing of zones to be allocated to different uses particularly for ecotourism

activities
4. Ensure viability and competitiveness of tourism destinations while ensuring

environmental preservation.
5. Strengthening and strict implementation of environmental laws in relation to

ecotourism activities in the area
6. Monitoring of tourist arrival, volume, and impacts to the ecotourism sites.
7. Establishing of standard fees and collection for the management of the ecotourism
sites.
8. Promotion of locally-made products.
Development Concept and Structure Plan

The existing land use of Calatagan reveals that its urban form or spatial pattern follows a
multiple-nuclei pattern. This pattern shows that land uses may or may not cluster in one area
given the specialized facilities, mutual association with other land uses and incompatibility of
land uses present in a given locality. This is true for the case of Calatagan where industrial
areas is located somewhere other than the Municipality center which is the Poblacion areas.
The built form of Calatagan is represented by both spatial elements and spatial dynamics. The
spatial elements are composed of the commercial areas, residential communities,
transportation, ecotourism sites, conservation areas, agricultural lands and industry. The
spatial dynamics is composed of the existing Municipality center and the proposed fish port.
Improved, enhanced and strict zoning policies and its implementation is therefore crucial in
ensuring that the health and quality of the environment is preserved.
Calatagan is envisioned to be an ecotourism, agriculturally-developed, and industrialized

municipality. The strategies, programs and projects identified in the CLUP of Calatagan shall
reinforce the realization of the Municipality’s vision. Given the existing land use, suitability
and the geographical environment of Calatagan, a multi-nuclei form is the preferred spatial
pattern to be followed by the Municipality. The Municipality shall have the following
development growth nodes:
a. Agricultural development areas. The agricultural development centers are the areas
where agricultural production is highly suitable and suitable, and is therefore prime
areas for such activities. This cluster shall be composed of Barangays Balibago, Biga,
Carretunan, Quilitisan, Luya, Real, Sambungan, Bucal, Sta. Ana, Tanagan and
Bagong Silang.
b. Primary growth areas (commercial areas). These are areas where commerce,
business and trade is concentrated located in the Poblacion and portions of Lucsuhin.
c. Ecotourism development areas. These areas shall be composed of Barangay 1,
Hukay, Tanagan, Sta. Ana and Bagong Silang. These barangays have coastal areas
which are already used as tourism areas. However, in the proposed land use, these
areas are to be strengthened into sustainable ecotourism sites offering new water
activities as proposed by the Municipality.
d. Industrial development. Areas where industries and related activities are to be
located. These areas are to be composed of Barangays Talibayog, Baha, Paraiso and
Biga.
These growth nodes provide functional roles to the areas where various land uses are suitable
for each barangay. Also, these growth nodes follow the vision of Calatagan in terms of its
development thrusts. The agricultural development cluster shall be the areas where
agricultural production will be practiced. The ecotourism development cluster is composed of
the coastal barangays where existing tourism amenities and facilities are already present. To
further reinforce the vision of Calatagan of becoming an ecotourism destination, these areas
need to be sustainably developed and managed. Supporting its vision to also develop the
industry sec,tor, Calatagan also has identified areas suitable for industrial development. These
areas will be alloted to industrial activities proposed for the Municipality. The commercial
areas composed of Barangays 1, 2, 3 and 4 shall be the center of commercial activities in the
area. This is also where the proposed community fish landing center is to be built. These
three growth nodes will be the key drivers of economic growth of the Municipality.
Based on the flood map of Calatagan, most of the barangays are highly susceptible to
flooding. These are barangays 1, 2, 3, 4, Balitoc, Balibago,Talisay, Biga, Carretunan,
Quilitisan, Lucsuhin and Gulod. Some barangays that are partially affected by flooding are
Barangays Paraiso, Talibayog, Baha, Sambungan, Bucal, Encarnacion, Hukay, Tanagan, Sta.
Ana and Bagong Silang. In terms of the Municipality’s susceptibility to landslide, Barangays
Baha, Talibayog, Luya, Real, Sambungan, Carlosa, Encarnacion, Tanagan, Sta. Ana and
Bagong Silang have areas that are highly susceptible. Given the exposure to various climate
and geohazard by most of the barangays in Calatagan, vulnerability reduction of exposed
communities through careful and sustainable land use management should be promoted.
In order to respond to the need of reducing exposure and vulnerability of Calatagan to such
natural hazards, these barangays need to invest in appropriate mitigation activities, prevention
measures and technologies. The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
(DRRM) Council of Calatagan shall be spearheading the strengthening of partnership and
networking among stakeholders and other related offices and organizations on disaster
preparedness and response. A detailed standard operations procedure before, during, and after
an occurrence of a disaster shall be prepared taking into consideration the necessary services,
technology, personnel and equipment needed. Mapping out buildings, infrastructures and
government offices in Calatagan must be undertaken. By doing so, identification of specific
buildings that can be affected shall be known and proper preparation and response can be
formulated. The Municipality shall also develop an awareness and education campaign to
help the barangays and communities in understanding the impacts and effects of hazards and
disasters. Along with providing knowledge on disasters, the Municipality shall also prepare
standard operations procedure for the community to follow in times when disasters and
hazards occur. The Municipality already has an evacuation center, however, other areas
where additional evacuation centers must be identified and established.
Spatial Development Strategies

The large land area of Calatagan is an advantage in itself for the Municipality. However, with
large expanse of area under its jurisdiction, the Municipality needs to consider programs and
projects that shall promote its spatial development. The following are the strategies for spatial
development of Calatagan:
 Construction of needed road networks and rehabilitation of existing ones in order to

ensure maximum accessibility and transport of goods and services in Calatagan.
 Improvement of the water supply.
 Protection of conservation areas identified in the Municipality.
 Integration of land use, water use and climate change adaptation and disaster risk
reduction.
 Promotion of the conservation of the municipal waters that are part of the Verde
Island Passage
 Protection of highly suitable agricultural areas
 Promotion of ecotourism sites identified in Calatagan
 Construction of satellite offices in areas far from the government center of Calatagan.
The Land Use Plan

Calatagan is a second-class municipality with vast area under its jurisdiction. Given its
geographical and physical features, Calatagan is at high risk to have a leap frog development
where development nodes may occur in areas which are not supposed to develop based on
their proposed land use. In order to ensure that the preferred development nodes are attained,
the land use of Calatagan needs to be both responsive and sustainable.
Projected Land Supply for Development/Future Expansion Areas
In response to the growing demand of a growing population, expansion of certain land

uses is necessary. To compute the area of land that allows for development, a general formula
provided by the HLURB is used:
Area for Development/Expansion = TLA – (PCA+UA+SLU)

PCA stands for Protection and Conservation Areas which encompasses CARPable
lands (1,492.95 hectares). UA means Urban-use Areas or the totality of the built-up areas
(635.39 hectares) in Calatagan. Lastly, SLU or Special Land Uses, pertains to lands
significant or unique to the Municipality such as socialized housing, PUD, tourism, industrial,
mining/quarry, mangrove area and fish ponds (3,185.69 hectares). The sum of the areas of the
three former land uses are subtracted from the total land area (TLA) to get the area for further
expansion. It was found out that there are 5,443.96 hectares of land for development or
expansion in the Municipality. However, based on Memorandum Circular No. 54, Calatagan
as second-class municipality is limited to convert only 10% of its agricultural areas. This
means that only 680.24 hectares of land can be converted by the local government.
Projected Land Demand for Development/Future Expansion Areas
Table 6 shows the projected land demand for Calatagan. The prescribed expansion of certain
lands is empirically based on the sectoral studies (CLUP Volume 2) of the Municipality and
recommendations of the MTWG during consultation meeting in view of the development
needs of the Municipality in the next 10 years.
The residential areas have the highest sectoral demand of 203.72 hectares or 85% of the total
housing requirement. This translates to a total of 5,962 housing backlog for the Municipality.
Commercial areas are comprised of 39.20 hectares of the total land area. However,
commercial area is needed near the port terminal for the community fish landing center in
Barangay 4, slaughter house in Barangay 4 and expansion of commercial areas in urban
barangays (Barangay 1-4), in Balibago along the national road and in Lucsuhin along the
provincial road and expansion in the existing commercial area, which result to 203.72
hectares of total sectoral demand for commercial use.
There is a need to expand institutional areas to accommodate its future needs. Institutional
requirement is set at 5 hectares per 15,000 population. The sectoral demand for institutional
areas was computed to be 7.78 hectares. Thus, the proposed land area to be allotted for the
institutional areas is 30.85 hectares. Also, there is a projected development needs for the
construction of junior and senior high schools, a convention hall and the new municipal hall,
these constitute a total requirement of 14.47 hectares.
Currently, there is a total 2.58 hectares for parks and recreation areas. However, given current
population, the sectoral demand for parks and recreation uses is 40.38 hectares. In order to
meet the needs of the population in the coming years, additional areas for parks and
recreation purposes needs to be explored and suitable area for such kind of land use be
identified.
The projected area requirement for burial grounds was computed by multiplying the projected
number of deaths with the participation rate and the minimum plot size of 1.0 meter by 2.44
meters. In the case of Calatagan, there is already a total of 9.17 hectares for their cemetery.
The existing land area of the cemetery is more than enough for the future needs of Calatagan,
thus there is no need to increase area for this land use within this planning term.
Given the average area of 100 sqm per household and the 85% housing requirement for a
Municipality, there is a total of 42.25 hectares land area requirement for socialized housing in
Calatagan. This excludes other facilities needed in establishing a socialized housing such as
roads, parks and other facilities. The local government allocates around 42.68 hectares of
land in Sambungan/ Lucsuhin area. This has been previously allocated in 2001 CLUP by the
local government.
The agricultural areas of Calatagan based on its existing land use is 6,802.41 hectares.
However, due to a proposed conversion to other land uses, an approximate 10% of the
existing agricultural area is being proposed to be reduced, based on the 10% allowable area
for reclassification to other uses.
Based on the development needs, an additional of 20.47 hectares is needed to accommodate

the needs of the future tourism area of Calatagan. The expansion in the tourism area shall be
allotted for a waterpark, beach resorts as additional economic enterprises of the local
government in Barangay 4, and expansion of tourism areas in Sta. Ana and Bagong Silang,
making a total sectoral demand for tourism use of 15.80 hectares.
Currently, the Municipality’s infrastructures which include roads and other utilities and the
ecology center where the MRF is located cover 135.04 ha. The roads and utilities of
Calatagan shall serve as the means for flow of exchanging goods and services within the
Municipality and to its neighboring localities. This also constitutes the bypass connecting
port terminal to the national road in urban areas of Poblacion. In total, the sectoral demand
for roads and utilities is 4.36 hectares. Meanwhile, the current demand for sanitary landfill in
the Municipality is 0.73 ha which shall be proposed to be established in lieu of the existing
ecology center.
Barangays Talibayog, Baha, Paraiso and Biga are the identified areas for industrial activities
in Calatagan. To date, there is a total of 922.09 hectares alloted for industrial land use in the
Municipality. Given the existing area for industrial land use and the projected sectoral
demand for this, there is more than enough area alloted for industrial land use.
Buffer areas are areas that surround or bound identified protection areas. These areas also
serve as dividers to usually conflicting land uses. Thses act as mutliple use zones where
levels of access and uses are progressive, ranging from less restrictive to restrictive use as
you move along the outskirts of the buffer areas towards the area it bounds. Buffer areas are
crucial in allowing different land use categories of land to be implemented parallel to each
other. Such is the case of the industrial areas located in Barangays Talibayog and Baha,
whereindustrial areas are found and conservation areas will be designated on the other,
existing in parallel to each other. Given the distance of the two different land uses from each
other, a 20-meter buffer zone shall be designated in between the industrial areas and the
coastal areas. By doing so, effects and impacts of industrial activities to the coastal
environment of Barangays Talibayog and Baha can be minimized and prevented.
The Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB), defines easement as “distance from
the highest tide line (for coastal areas) or edge of the normal high-water line/ banks (for rivers
and streams), within which development is not allowed”. Easement is an important feature of
a land use especially of rivers and other kinds of water bodies. One of the mandates of the
local government is to declare easements especially when “risk considerations make it
necessary to protect life and property, and regulate development within its territory”
(HLURB). In Calatagan, a legal easement of 3-meter wide was delineated in both sides rivers
of the Municipality such as the Ermitanyo and Santiago Rivers. The coast of Calatagan
provides areas that can be allotted for ecotourism activities. However, it is in the coastal areas
where marine habitats are also present. In the case of the coastal areas of Calatagan a legal
easement of 5 to 10 meters and a buffer of 5 meters from the designated easement shall be
allotted. This is to ensure that tourism development will not hinder the protection,
conservation and preservation of ecologically-important species and habitats within the
coastal area of Calatagan.
In terms of the PUD, mining/quarrying, mangrove and fishpond areas, no expansion is

needed and foreseen. However, ensuring proper solid waste management and prevention
against pollutive activities are of high priorities for these areas.
Table 6. Projected Land Supply for Development

Percent to
Existing Land Sectoral
Land Uses Total Land
Use (Ha.) Demand (Ha.)
Area
Residential 560.83 5.21 203.72
Commercial 39.20 0.36 26.38
Institutional 23.07 0.21 7.78
Parks and Recreation 2.58 0.02 40.38
Cemetery 9.17 0.09 -
Socialized Housing 0.82 0.01 42.25
Agricultural 6,802.41 63.23 -
Tourism 308.77 2.87 15.80
Infrastructure 134.50 1.25 5.09
Sanitary Landfill - - 0.73
Ecology Center 0.54 0.01 -
Roads and Utilities 134.50 1.25 4.36

Planned Unit Development (PUD) 1,311.46 12.19 -
Industrial 922.09 8.57 -
Mining/Quarry 70.04 0.65 -
Mangrove Area 323.19 3.00 -
Fishponds 251.45 2.34 -
Buffer Area - - 14.43
Easement - - 11.75
Total 10,757.99 100.00 372.25
Source: GIS Computed Area
Notes:
Agricultural area for conversion: 696.10 hectares
Sectoral demand:
Residential: based on identified area of expansion by LGU
Commercial: based on the expected demand due to the increased in tourism areas and other sectors (e.g. Water Park) and increase in
population
Institutional: includes proposed projects such as high schools, convention center, new municipal hall, etc.
Parks and Recreation: based on the computed sectoral demand
Cemetery: no sectoral demand, existing area is more than enough the area requirement
Dumpsite: based on proposed land area by LGU
Socialized Housing; based on the proposed area of socialized housing in the previous CLUP (2001)
Agricultural: 10% of the existing agriculture area will be converted to other uses
Tourism: based on the proposed area of the LGU
Infrastructure (Roads and Utilities): based on the sectoral demand, with area requirement of 2.38 ha and proposed road projects (road
connecting the port area and road going to Ang Pulo)
Planned Unit Development (PUD): no sectoral demand
Industrial: no sectoral demand, existing area is more than enough for the future area requirement
Mining/Quarry; no sectoral demand, existing area is more than enough for the future area requirement
Mangrove Area: no sectoral demand, existing area is more than enough for the future area requirement
Protected Mangrove Area: based on the proposal of LGU
Fishponds: no proposed additional area
Buffer Area: buffer area between industrial area and coastal area
Easement: legal easement in both sides of the river
Proposed Land Uses
The proposed general land and water use incorporate the development thrusts that the
Municipality of Calatagan is aiming for. Land capability, soil suitability, hazard susceptibility
and protected areas were all considered in the determining the future land and water uses of
Calatagan. The whole of Calatagan, having 10,757.99 hectares of total land area is divided
into the following proposed general land and water use (Table 7, Map 18). A comparison of
the existing and proposed land uses are shown in Table 8.
Agriculture
Given the allowable 10% of the total agricultural area for reclassification to other land uses,
the existing agricultural land area (6,802.41 hectares) shall be reduced to 6,122.17 hectares in
response to the sectoral demand of other land uses and proposed developments and expansion
in the Municipality. The agricultural area in Calatagan shall now cover 56.91% of the
Municipality’s total land area.
Residential Area
In order to address the backlogs and the future housing needs of Calatagan, there is a need to
expand existing residential areas in different barangays particularly those along the roads.
Although there is only a residential demand of 203.72 hectares, the proposed land area shall
be 1,084.26 hectares to accommodate future migration due to the expected development in
tourism and industrial sectors.
Commercial Area
The commercial areas of Calatagan serve as one of the primary venues in the locality where
economic activities thrive. The proposed land area that shall be allotted for commercial area
is 65.58 hectares. The expansion areas shall include the proposed Community Fish Landing
Center (CFLC) in the west side of port terminal will be established in Barangay 4. Other
complementing commercial establishments within Calatagan not included in the proposed
commercial area are tourism establishments such as Playa Calatagan.
Institutional Area
Responding to the needs of providing readily available and accessible public services that can
cater to the populace of Calatagan, the proposed 30.85 hectares shall be allocated for
institutional areas. Several school buildings shall also be constructed in the Municipality.
There will be two (2) more junior high school buildings that shall be constructed between
Barangays Sambungan and Real. These institutions will cater the barangays nearest to it,
namely: Hukay, Encarnacion, Carlosa, Luya, Bucal, Sambungan, Real. In relation to the
senior high school buildings, there will be two (2) additional buildings that shall be
constructed for future use. A total of three (3) public high schools are to be constructed
within the planning period. Currently, there is one (1) senior high school building being
constructed in Barangay 2 which occupies an area of about 1.62 hectares. The Municipal Hall
of Calatagan will be relocated to Barangay 2. The current municipal building will be
converted to a museum which will showcase the rich and diverse history of Calatagan. Lastly,
a convention center offering facilities for holding large meetings and conference was initially
determined measuring around 5 hectares in Sta. Ana. The convention center can attract
tourists needing such facility for their business while also having an easy access to
ecotourism areas in the Municipality.
Parks and Recreation Areas
Open spaces intended for parks and recreational areas shall follow rules and regulations such
as PD 957, BP 220 and related laws in identifying and allocating areas for such purposes.
According to Presidential Decree No. 1216, subdivision projects with one (1) hectare or more
shall have a reserved 30% of the gross area for open space. These open spaces shall have the
following standards that shall be allocated for parks, playgrounds and recreational use:
a. 9% of gross area for high density or social housing (66 to 100 family lot per gross
hectare).
b. 7% of gross area for medium-density or economic housing (21 to 65 family lot per
gross hectare).
c. 3.5 % of gross area low-density or open market housing (20 family lots and below
per gross hectare).
Although there are already open fields in the PUD area, a public playfield is proposed to be
established in Barangay 1, near the residential areas measuring up to 1.5 hectares. In total,
42.96 hectares is proposed area for parks and recreation.
Cemetery
The existing land area allotted for cemetery in Calatagan will retain its total area. Having a
total land area allocation of 9.17 hectares, the Municipality has more than enough to cover
the burial ground requirements for the next 10 years.
Socialized Housing
The existing socialized housing in the Municipality shall be included in the proposed
expansion. Socialized housing in Barangays Lucsuhin and Sambungan were identified. A
total of 43.07 hectares is the proposed expansion in terms of the socialized housing sectoral
demand of Calatagan.
Tourism
The tourism areas of Calatagan shall be expanded to 329.24 hectares. Upper portion of Lago
de Oro will be expanded which will also include the proposed water park covering a total of
40 hectares. Ecotourism areas in Barangays Sta. Ana and Bagong Silang will be expanded. A
beach resort will be constructed in the west side of Calatagan’s Port Terminal. This will be
part of the economic enterprise proposed by the local government. Lastly, another area which
shall be part of the eco-tourism zone in the Municipality is the Bunbon Island in Talisay. It
was estimated to cover around 14 hectares of land, of which seven (7) hectares were
identified as forested areas.
Infrastructure and Utilities
The proposed area for infrastructure and utilities shall be 139.40 hectares. A bypass road is
suggested from the Port terminal connecting to the National Road. This is to ease the
expected traffic in the Poblacion area with the construction of fish landing area near the port
terminal and beach resort in Barangay 4. The estimated length of the proposed road network
is around 3.5 km. Also, all of the barangay roads in Calatagan shall be improved by
constructing a 6-meter wide road along with a 1-meter side sidewalk for each side. Aside
from this, unpaved farm-to-market roads will be rehabilitated for improved transport of
goods. Tourism roads from the national roads going to Ang Pulo will have a total length of
9.6 kilometers.
Sanitary landfill
An area of five (5) hectares shall be allotted for the establishment of Sanitary Landfill (SLF)
to be located in Barangay Sambungan. The existing ecology center where the MRF is located
shall no longer be expanded. The Municipality plans to cater the solid wastes of commercial
establishments while industrial establishments will be encouraged to have their own waste
disposal facilities. In order to do so, expanding more areas to be allotted for solid waste
disposal is necessary. It should be noted that the operation and design of SLF shall be in
accordance with the guidelines set under the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act (RA
9003) and shall cover appropriate precautionary measures given that there is no identified
area in Calatagan that is highly suitable for landfill as per soil suitability rating.
Buffer Zone
Buffer areas is crucial in allowing different land use categories of land to be implemented
parallel to each other. Such is the case of the industrial areas that is located in Barangays
Talibayog and Baha. These barangays have industrial area and designated conservation areas
existing in parallel to each other. Given the distance of the two (2) different land uses from
each other, a 20 meter buffer zone shall be designated in between the industrial areas and the
coastal areas. By doing so, effects and impacts of industrial activities to the coastal
environment of Barangays Talibayog and Baha can be minimized and prevented.
PUD
The existing PUD area of Calatagan will be decreased from 1,311.46 ha to 1,307.77 hectares
to allocate buffer areas in Baha and Talibayog. This translates to about 12% of the total land
area of Calatagan.
Industrial Area
Areas for industrial development shall no longer be expanded. In the areas of Talibayog and
Baha, a cement plant will be initially established. The industrial area of Calatagan is found to
be compatible with other industrial areas in the adjacent municipalities of Balayan Bay. As
earlier mentioned, buffer areas shall be allocated in the industrial areas, thus, land area for
industrial use shall now be 920.66 hectares.
Mining/ Quarry
Mining/Quarrying areas already have its respective allocated area. Given its existing land
allocation, the proposed land use for mining/quarry shall not be expanded for the planning
period. The area for mining/quarry activities shall remain 70.04 hectares
Mangrove Area
Calatagan has numerous mangrove forests along its coastal fringes. The proposed area for the
mangroves shall be 323.19 hectares. The protected mangrove areas are areas located within a
declared protected area in Calatagan, specifically in Barangays Tanagan and Bagong Silang.
Thus, an additional area for protected mangrove areas with a total of 3.41 hectares is also
proposed for the Municipality.
Fish pond
Fish ponds were reduced by 2.06 hectares due to the conversion of some fish ponds in
Calatagan to mangrove area. The fish ponds shall measure 247.26 hectares or 2.30% of the
total land area of Calatagan.
Legal Easement
One of the mandates of the local government is to declare easements especially when “risk
considerations make it necessary to protect life and property, and regulate development
within its territory” (HLURB). In Calatagan, a legal easement of 3-meter wide was delineated
in both sides of the rivers of the Municipality such as the Ermitanyo and Santiago rivers. In
the coastal areas, 5 to 10-meter legal easement and 5-meter buffer were designated. A total of
13.63 hectares is the proposed expansion for the easement of Calatagan. Given the future
development especially in the coastal areas of Calatagan, a projected expansion is
recommended to ensure that the coastal areas can have “safe” zones and be resilient against
disasters. The proposed easement for the rivers of Calatagan is an additional of 7 meters
which will total to 10 meters for the proposed easement. The initial legal easement of 5 to 10
meter is proposed to expand by 5 meters having a total of up to 15 meters proposed legal
easement. The buffer areas for the coastal zone shall be retained to 5 meters.
Table 7. Land Use Plan, 2018-2027, Calatagan, Batangas
Land Category Land Area (Ha) Percentage (%)

Residential 1,084.26 10.29
Parks and Recreation 42.96 0.40
Cemetery 9.17 0.09
Socialized Housing 43.07 0.40
Agricultural 6,122.17 56.91
Tourism 329.24 3.06
Infrastructure and Utilities 139.40 1.30
Sanitary Landfill 5.00 0.05
Planned Unit Development (PUD) 1,307.77 12.16
Industrial 920.66 8.56
Mining/Quarry 70.04 0.65
Protected Mangrove Area 3.41 0.03
Fishponds 247.26 2.30
Buffer Area 0.33 0.003
Easement 13.63 0.13
Total 10,757.99 100.00
Table 8. Existing and Proposed General Land Use, Calatagan, Batangas

Land Use
General Land Use Percentage
Land Category Percentage (%) Plan
(2017) (%)
(2018-2027)
Residential 560.83 5.21 1,084.26 10.29
Commercial 39.20 0.36 65.58 0.61
Institutional 23.07 0.21 30.85 0.29
Parks and Recreation 2.58 0.02 42.96 0.40
Cemetery 9.17 0.09 9.17 0.09
Socialized Housing 0.82 0.01 43.07 0.40
Agricultural 6,802.41 63.23 6,122.17 56.91
Land Use
General Land Use Percentage
Land Category Percentage (%) Plan
(2017) (%)
(2018-2027)
Tourism 308.77 2.87 329.24 3.06
Infrastructure and Utilities 134.50 1.25 139.40 1.30
Ecology Center (MRF) 0.54 0.01 - -
Sanitary Landfill - - 5.00 0.05
Planned Unit Development (PUD) 1,311.46 12.19 1,307.77 12.16
Industrial 922.09 8.57 920.66 8.56
Mining/Quarry 70.04 0.65 70.04 0.65
Mangrove Area 323.19 3.00 326.33 3.03
Fishponds 249.32 2.32 247.26 2.30
Buffer Area - - 0.33 0.003
Easement - - 13.63 0.13
Total 10,757.99 100.00
Map 18. Land Use Plan Map of Calatagan, Batangas, 2018-2027
Proposed Urban Land Use
The proposed urban land use of Calatagan will be characterized by mixed-use development.
The urban areas of Calatagan shall be composed of institutional areas, residential areas,
commercial areas, fish port and ecotourism sites (Table 9 and Map19).
The agricultural areas located in the urban barangays of Calatagan cover 424.28 hectares of
the total urban land area of the Municipality. However, in response to the future development
in the area particularly the construction of Community Fish Landing Center in the urban area,
there will be a decrease in the land area for agricultural production which will now be 372.98
ha. The remaining areas suitable for agriculture need to be managed carefully with strict
implementation and compliance to the laws pertaining to utilization of agricultural areas.
The total proposed allocation for commercial area in the urban areas is 27.04 hectares. There
is an expected increase in the existing commercial area in the urban areas of Calatagan
particularly in Barangays 1 to 4. This can be attributed to the proposed construction of
Community Fish Landing in the area. The existing Municipal Hall of Calatagan shall be used
as a museum which will showcase the culture, heritage and long history of Calatagan. The
new Municipal Hall shall be transferred to a new location within the urban area. The new
Municipal Hall shall be able to cater a larger populace while also functioning as the center of
government for Calatagan. Parks and recreation areas shall be increased in compliance with
laws and policies pertaining to the allocation of such use. Increased economic and
commercial activities can attract not only investors but also people to settle down in the urban
areas of Calatagan. The increased population in the urban areas shall require an increase in
the allotted residential areas of the Municipality with a total area of 116.83 hectares.
In terms of the coastal related resources and activities, the proposed allocation of area for fish
pond shall remain the same. The mangrove areas in the urban barangays shall remain the
same with a proposed area of 20.13 hectares.
Roads and utilities in the urban areas of Calatagan will be increased to 26.73 hectares due to
the bypass road to be constructed in the area. Improving infrastructures can also be used in
attracting tourists in the locality. The existing Ecology Center where the MRF is located shall
no longer be expanded (.54 ha). There is a proposed sanitary landfill outside the urban
(Sambungan) area which shall accommodate the increasing waste production brought about
by increasing population and commercial and industrial growth in the Municipality.
Complementing the ecotourism development in Calatagan, a total of 11.21 hectares shall be

allotted in the expansion of tourism sites in the area. The expansion areas for ecotourism sites
shall be increased due to various coastal development such as construction of beach resorts
and water park complementing and ecotourism land use. A comparison of the existing and
proposed urban land use is shown in Table 10.
Table 9. Proposed Urban Land Use, Calatagan, Batangas
Percent to Total
Land Use Area (Ha.) Land Area
Cemetery 9.17 1.24
PUD 110.21 14.91
Tourism 11.21 1.52
Total 739.01 100.00
Table 10. Existing and Proposed Urban Land Use, Calatagan, Batangas
Existing Urban Proposed Urban

Land Use Land Use (ha) Land Use (ha)
Cemetery 9.17 9.17
PUD 110.21 110.21
Tourism 10.03 11.21
Total 739.01 739.01
Map 19. Proposed Urban Land Use Plan Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Proposed Water Use
The vast municipal waters of Calatagan call for a water use allocation which will ensure the
sustainable use and management of its coastal resources. The coastal areas included in the
proposed water use are the seagrass meadows, mangrove areas, conservation areas and reef
areas (Table 11 and Map 20).
Tourism areas are found along the coastal areas of Calatagan. These are found in the coastal
areas of Barangays Balisage, Talisay, Hokey, Bagong Silang and Sta. Ana. There are already
established resorts along the coastal fringes of Calatagan which already cater to various
tourists visiting the areas. The proposed area for tourism is 3,276.96 ha. Given the close
proximity of some of the tourism areas with conservation areas, a buffer of 20 to 30 meters is
also proposed to ensure integrity of the conservation areas side-by-side with ecotourism
activities and establishments.
Seaweeds grow abundantly in the municipal waters of Calatagan. Given its economic value in
the market, seaweed farming serves as another source of income for the people of Calatagan.
In relation to this, additional seaweed area in Barangay 4, 2, 1, Balitoc, Gulod and a small
area in Quilitisan will be established. The seaweeds area shall cover a total of 266.01 hectares
of the total municipal waters of Calatagan
The mangrove areas shall retain its land area of 30.37 hectares or about 0.04% of the total
area allocated for water use. The mangrove areas shall serve as a buffer, conservation area
and significant habitat to the coastal environment of Calatagan.
There are numerous conservation areas that were identified in Calatagan. The proposed water
use in terms of conservation areas will cover 1,064.19 hectares of the municipal waters of
Calatagan. These areas can still be utilized for purposes other than conservation activities.
However, strict implementation of laws and policies pertaining to the use of the conservation
areas needs to be followed to ensure protection of these areas.
Reefs act as natural barriers for strong waves that might pose risk to the coastal barangays of
Calatagan. The existing reef areas measure 2,110.97 hectares. Through conservation activities
and efforts, the size of the reef areas shall be ensured to remain as it is or be expanded
through promotion of coral reef protection using different technologies and methodologies.
Table 12 shows the existing and proposed water use for the Municipality of Calatagan. In
general, the existing and proposed water use will be the same with the addition of the
seagrass overlay for the municipal waters of Calatagan.
Table 11. Proposed Water Use, Calatagan, Batangas

Water Uses Area (Ha.) Percentage (%)
Reef Area 2,110.97 2.78
Conservation 1,064.19 1.40
Fisheries (Municipal Fishing) 21,141.12 27.87
Gillnet (Municipal Fishing) 14,624.05 19.28
Hook and Line (Municipal Fishing) 13,001.02 17.14
Commercial Fishing 20,349.57 26.82

Tourism 3,276.96 4.32
Sea Grass Area* (1.08) 0.001
Total 75,864.26 100.00
Note: *Sea Grass Area is an overlay in the reef area, the 1.08 ha is just the defined area under reef area
Table 12.Existing and Proposed Water Use, Calatagan, Batangas

Existing Water Use Proposed Water
Water Uses
(Ha) Use (Ha)
Reef Area 2,110.97 2,110.97
Conservation 1,064.19 1,064.19
Fisheries (Municipal Fishing) 21,141.12 21,141.12
Gillnet (Municipal Fishing) 14,624.05 14,624.05
Hook and Line (Municipal Fishing) 13,001.02 13,001.02
Commercial Fishing 20,349.57 20,349.57
Tourism 3,276.96 3,276.96
Sea Grass Area* - (1.08)
Total 75,864.26 75,864.26
Note: *Sea Grass Area is an overlay in the reef area, the 1.08 ha is just the defined area under reef area
Map 20. Proposed Water Use Plan Map of Calatagan, Batangas
Land and Water Use Policies

Various laws, policies and regulation from the national up to the local level are in place
which serve as a guide in the use of land and water resources. These policies shall hone the
spatial, physical and social development and strategies of Calatagan. These development
strategies shall be the driving force towards achieving the vision of Calatagan.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The current sustainable development goals comprising of 17 components addresses the need
to end poverty, provide a healthy environment, promote peace and justice and equality. These
17 sustainable development goals are as follows:
1. No Poverty
2. Zero Hunger
3. Good Health and Well-Being
4. Quality Education
5. Gender Equality
6. Clean Water and Sanitation
7. Affordable and Clean Energy
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Responsible Consumption and Production
13. Climate Action
14. Life Below Water
15. Life on Land
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
17. Partnerships for the Goals
The 1987 Constitution
The 1987 Constitution serves as the primary law that provides guidelines on the use of
resources for the country. Specifically, Article 13 Section 1 states “The Congress shall give
highest priority to the enactment of measures that protect and enhance the right of all the
people to human dignity, reduce social, economic, and political inequalities, and remove
cultural inequities by equitably diffusing wealth and political power for the common good.
To this end, the State shall regulate the acquisition, ownership, use and disposition of
property and its increments”. Additionally, Article 12 Section 6 states that “The use of
property bears a social function and all economic agents shall contribute to the common
good. Individuals and private groups, including corporations, cooperatives, and similar
collective organizations, shall have the right to own, establish and operate economic
enterprises, subject to the duty of the State to promote distributive justice and to intervene
when the common good so demands”. This particular section explains the rationale behind
regulation of use of property. Given these articles, the use and allocation of water and land
resources in the Philippines are further strengthened.
Republic Act No. 7160 or the Local Government Code
The Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160) provides the legal mandate and policies for
LGUs on their local planning, legislation, implementation, budgeting, monitoring and
evaluation. This is reflected in Sections 16, 20(c), 447(2) (vii), 458(2) (vii), 447(2) (ix) and
444(b) (3) (vii). It is also included in RA 7160 the legal bases of formulating the CLUP of
each municipality in the country under Sections 106(a); 109, a, 1-2 and 458(2) (ix); 476(7).
Memorandum Circular No. 54
Reclassification and allocation of lands to other uses can be done by cities and municipalities
given the existing and projected needs of the locality. Such is true even for agricultural lands.
However, agricultural lands under RA 6657 covered by CARP and those also under
Administrative Order 20 series of 1992 cannot be reclassified nor converted for uses other
than its current use.
Executive Order No. 124
Executive Order No. 124 provides guidelines on evaluating areas for purposes of converting
them to socialized housing. Identification of areas to be converted for socialized housing
purposes can also be done at the local government unit level in cooperation with designated
National Government Agencies
Republic Act No. 7279 or the Urban Development and Housing Act of 1992
The Urban Development and Housing Act (UDHA) (RA 7279) provides the definition of the
land use plan that LGUs are required to follow. The law states that a land use plan is the
“rationale approach of allocating available land resources as equitably as possible among
competing user groups and for different functions consistent with the development plan of the
area and the program under this Act. “This law also covers urban and urbanizable lands and
similar areas which can be utilized for socialized housing.
Executive Order No. 71
Executive Order No. 71 provides mandate for LGUs in approving subdivisions plans as
guided by the HLURB. The concerned LGU may ask for assistance to other concerned
agencies in relation to subdivision plans.
Republic Act No. 8749 of the Philippine Clear Air Act of 1999
The Philippine Clean Air Act provides the enabling policies in order to regulate activities and
materials that might contribute to the pollution of the air. Through the partnerships of LGUs,
NGOs, POs and academe, emission and other related activities are expected to be eliminated
if not lessened.
Republic Act No. 9003 or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000
The Republic Act No. 9003 provides policy mandates for the management of solid wastes.
The management involves a systematic and comprehensive process of solid wastes produced
by the population. Through this law, the responsibility of LGUs up to the barangay level in
the collection was specified to ensure optimum segregation of wastes in the locality.
Republic Act No. 9275 or the Clean Water Act of 2004
The available clean and safe drinking water are decreasing in such a rapid rate which presents
a big problem to the water resources of any given locality. The Clean Water Act of 2004
provided legal mandates to protect, preserve, rehabilitate and monitor different kinds of
waters in the country. This is further strengthened by DAO 2016-08 which provides water
quality standards for the country.
Presidential Decree 1067 or the Water Code of the Philippines
Unlike the Clean Water Act, PD 1067 aims to guide managers and stakeholders in
establishing principles and frameworks for the utilization, allocation, conservation and
protection of water resources of the country. They took it further by specifying the rights of
water owners and users in relation to their water utilization.
Republic Act 10654
The updated Fisheries Code of the Philippines provides mandates for the LGUs in their
utilization of their fishery resources. This law guides the formation of local Fisheries and
Aquatic Resources Management Councils (FARMCs) in the respective LGUs. This is the
organized group who also manages the agricultural and fishery sector in a local government
unit. This law also provides the framework in establishing municipally-declared marine
protected area for LGUs.
Republic Act No. 9593 or the Tourism Act of 2009
Tourism has been an increasing industry in the Philippines. In order to regulate and control
the use of land and water resources for tourism, a law that contains guidelines on tourism
areas and activities should be established. Thus, the Tourism Act of 2009 provides mandates
in achieving ecologically sustainable, economically-viable, and socially equitable tourism
sector for the country. Through this law, a tourism development plan shall be prepared by the
local government unit which will serve as the basis for implementing tourism-related
activities.
Republic Act 9729 or the Climate Change Act of 2009
The increasing intensity and occurrence of disasters calls for a unified law in which climate
change shall be mainstreamed. The Climate Change Act of 2009 assigned the local
government and barangay units as the frontline agencies in tackling climate change action
and activities in their respective localities. In addition, climate adaptation became a necessity
to be mainstreamed in any planning activities.
Republic Act 10121 or the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
Act of 2010
The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010 required LGUs in
mainstreaming their CCA/DRR into their local plans. In doing so, increased adaptation,
resiliency and mitigation can be slowly achieved. This law also provided guidelines in the
formulation of the local DRR council. The council shall be the ones to approve, monitor and
evaluate the implementation of the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan.
They will also ensure that CCA/DRR are mainstreamed into their local plans.
National Framework for Physical Planning 2001-2030
The National Framework for Physical Planning 2001-2030 embodies the overall goal of the
country’s development track. At the national level, the guiding principles that shall be
considered includes food security, environmental stability, ecological integrity, rational urban
development, spatial integration, equitable access to resources, strengthening of private-
public sector partnership, increased people empowerment, recognition of rights of our
Indigenous Peoples, and encourage and adopt the interplay of market forces.
Regional Physical Framework Plan 2004 – 2030
CALABARZON plays a key role in national economic growth and development in addition
to NCR and Central Luzon. Its proximity to Metro Manila is an advantage for foreign direct
investments. The development opportunities of the region are as follows:
 Modern and strategic port interchanges

 Well-developed and ecologically friendly industrial core
 Competitive agriculture production
 High quality educational institutions and human capital
 Firmed-up Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) road map
 Abundance of freshwater lakes
 Unique tourism sites
 Available areas for expansion
 Modern transportation system
The Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan 2014 - 2022
The Province of Batangas serves as one of the nationally and internationally recognized
gateway of the country. Gearing towards the development of its industry, agriculture and
ecotourism, the Province of Batangas strengthens its key sectors from its municipalities to
achieve its overall goal for the municipality. To further develop and enhance the inherent
advantages of the province, spatial strategies and functional roles of each of the
municipalities comprising Batangas province were identified and served as their respective
development thrusts.
Major Development Programs

In order to attain the vision, goals, and objectives of the Municipality, the following
major development programs are proposed which should be reflected in the Comprehensive
Development Plan of the Municipality. Through investment programming activities, various
issues, sectoral needs and other requirements essential to addressing challenges and
hindrances can be identified. The summary of proposed development programs along with
their respective budgetary requirements are shown below.
Table 13. Summary of Proposed Development Programs

Total Budgetary Requirement (PhP '000)
Sector 2017 - 2019 2020 - 2022 2023- 2026 Total
Environment 376,451 287,935 57,326 721,711
Social 196,449 50,444 37,888 284,781
Education 44,410 10,380 13,840 68,630
Health and Nutrition 26,552 6,948 5,316 38,815
Social Welfare and Development 47,899 1,538 2,010 51,446
Shelter (Housing) 57,610 16,660 2,260 76,530
Public Order 15,129 10,269 11,612 37,010
Sports and Recreation 4,850 4,650 2,850 12,350
Economic 21,163 6,072 7,812 35,047
Agriculture 12,089 3,719 4,858 20,666
Tourism 6,554 1,653 2,204 10,411
Commerce and Industry 2,520 700 750 3,970
Infrastructure 2,029,051 502,147 43,396 2,574,594
Economic Support Infrastructure 1,771,551 499,447 43,396 2,314,394
Social Support Infrastructure 107,500 2,700 - 110,200
Public Administration Support 150,000 - - 150,000
Institutional 87,938 26,835 29,290 144,063
Organization and Management 37,338 19,325 17,370 74,033
Fiscal Management 20,124 7,300 11,700 39,124
Legislative, Transparency and Program Management 29,626 50 50 29,726
LGU-CSO Private Linkages 850 160 170 1,180
TOTAL 2,711,052 873,432 175,712 3,760,196
The following are the priority list of programs/project per sector based on urgency and impact
to the community:
Environment Sector
 Enhancement of Biodiversity Integrity Monitoring System (BIMS) and

Development of integrated management of conservation and/or protection areas in
Calatagan
 Strengthen current conservation programs (mangroves, MPA, etc.)
 Upland and Urban Reforestation Projects
 Strengthening Solid Waste Management systems
 Increasing resilience to climate change impacts
Social Sector
Education Sector
 Provision of scholarship programs
 Improvement of facilities and equipment
Health Sector
 Distribution of sanitary toilets
 Enhancement of reproductive health program
 Expansion of medical services and supplies
 Adoption of i-clinic system
Housing Sector
 Development of a shelter plan
 Provision of socialized housing program
Protective Sector
 Preparation of disaster resilient community programs
 Intensified protective services
Sports and Recreation Sector
 Establishment of open spaces and playfields
Economic Sector
Agriculture Sector
 Promotion of climate-resilient agriculture and fisheries program
Commerce and Trade Sector
 Promotion of commerce and trade programs
Industry Sector
 Encouraging industry support and development
Tourism Sector
 Formulation of the municipal tourism plan
Infrastructure Sector
Transportation Sector
 Improvement of transportation system
 Development of inter-island marine transportation route
Water Sector
 Improvement of waterworks system
Information and Communication Technology Sector
 Improvement of communication facilities
Institutional Sector
 Improvement of internal administrative systems

 Revenue generation
 Participatory development
Table 14. Major Development Programs for Environment Sector
Estimated Budgetary Requirements (in '000 PhP)
Total Total Total

Responsible
Program Projects/Activities Short Term Medium Term Long Term (Short (Medium (Long Total
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
ENVIRONMENT
Goal: To conserve, protect and rehabilitate the natural resources (land, coastal and biodiversity) of Calatagan.
Objective: To ensure efficient allocation of land, and ensure land productivity (agricultural production) is not compromised
Strategies: Improve efficient use of land and ensure high land productivity
Protect soil resources from degradation
Land Use and Land
Monitoring of Land Use MPDO,
Productivity Monitoring 288 376 200 320 315 315 395 350 300
changes (ha/year) MENRO
Monitor rate of change in
industrial land use MPDO,
(ha/year), against MENRO
allowed/prescribed 1
950
Monitor % of total land area 864 ,045 2,860
MPDO,
occupied by informal
MENRO
settlers
Determine informal settler
MPDO,
density (informal
MENRO
settlers/total population)
Determine land productivity
MPDO, MAO 288 376 200 320 315 315 395 350 300
(m.t./ha)
Determine ratio of upland
devoted to agriculture over
MPDO, MAO
total upland area (in
percent)
Determine extent of area
devoted to agriculture in MPDO, MAO
percent of A&D
1
Determine areas under IPM ,045
relative to total cropland (in MPDO, MAO 864 950 2,860
percent)
Soil and soil productivity Determine extent of
assessment problem soils (hectarage)
MAO
as percent of total land
area
Determine erosion rates by
MAO
land use (mm/year)
Determine area distribution MAO
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
of erosion/degradation
classes as percent of total
land area
Determine extent of soil
conservation (area
MAO
coverage) as percent of
eroded/degraded soils
Objective: Ensure environmental integrity even with the operation of quarry/mining projects and other pollutive industries in Calatagan
Strategy: Establish Environmental Safeguards to mining and other pollutive/critical projects
Inventory and 950
Monitoring of Minerals (Desk research) Estimates
and Mining/Quarry of mineral deposits, by type MENRO 288 376 200 320 315 315 400 225 225 864 950 2,765
Permits of minerals in metric tons
Ensure all active

extractions have permits by
(desk) monitoring of
MENRO
permits issuance (from
other NGA/Provl Quarry
Board)
(Desk) Monitoring of
extraction rate against MENRO
permits issued
Assessment of types of Determine baseline data of
industries to be located industries and types, MENRO
in Calatagan located in Calatagan
MPDC and BPLO to
coordinate with MENRO
and ensure proposed sites
MENRO,
of new industries are
MPDO, BPLO
suitable, given
environmental impacts to
current site conditions.
Ensure high Identify the number of MENRO
environmental environment-related
compliance of all complaints due to mining
located industries and other pollutive/critical
projects
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Identify the incidence of
illness due to mining MENRO
operations per year
Determine the hectarage
disturbed by mining as
MENRO
percent of total mineralized
areas
Determine the ratio of
mining incidents and
MENRO
accidents to total no. of
mining industry workers
Establish and activate
Multipartite Monitoring
Team (MMT) for industries
MENRO
considered
environmentally-critical
projects (ECPs)
Report to concerned NGA,
MENRO
of non-compliance
Suspend, cease operations
of non-complying MENRO
industries, as necessary
Objective: To improve the environmental condition and integrity of fragile ecosystems, proclaimed protected/ conservation areas and the biodiversity contained therein.
Strategy: Enhance local biodiversity and ensure integrity and sustainability of conservation and/or protection areas in Calatagan
Enhancement of BIMS Determine proportion of
and Development of ecosystem area highly
integrated management threatened species over MENRO 288 376 200 239 239 235 400 300 250 864 713 950 2,527
of conservation and/or total number of known
protection areas in species
Calatagan Identification of endemic
and threatened species MENRO
found in Calatagan
Determination of number of MENRO
exotic species introduced
over total number of
species
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Determination of Species
MENRO
diversity index
Determination of Number of
conservation programs MENRO
implemented per five years
Identification of Critical
habitat/areas restored in MENRO
ha/year
Regularly monitor diversity
(number and types) of
MENRO
identified endemic and
threatened species
Assign a dedicated staff
under MENRO and/or MENRO
Tourism for the BIMS
Regulated use and Determination of maximum
occupancy in protection number of visitors in fragile
and conservation areas ecosystems (i.e.: MENRO, MTO 288 376 200 216 216 216 216 216 216
mangroves, MPA) in a
given period time
Monitoring of visitors, vis-a-
vis carrying capacity of 864 648 648 2,160
fragile ecosystems that
MENRO, MTO
serve also as eco-tourism
areas (Number of visitors in
protected areas per year)
Removal of illegal Identify total number of
settlers within households (formal and
protection/ conservation informal) per square km. of MSWDO 288 376 200 216 216 216 216 216 216
area protection/conservation
area
Determine and/or eradicate 864 648 648 2,160
(current) illegal settlements
and disallow occupancy of MSWDO
new settlers in protection or
conservation areas
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Strengthen current
conservation programs Identification of
(mangroves, MPA, etc.) conservation areas that are
exposed to high threats
MENRO 0 0 0
(settlements encroachment,
unsustainable resource
extraction, etc.)
Continuous implementation
of Mangrove Conservation
MENRO 100 50 50 70 70 80 80 80 82 200 220 242
Projects and Reforestation
Projects
Boundary Delineation and
Markings of protection and MENRO 50 55 60.5 50 55 61
conservation areas
Identify critical 1,145
habitat/areas restored in MENRO
ha/year
Establish targets on habitat
size restored/ rehabilitated MENRO
per year
0 0 0
Identify number of
conservation programs MENRO
implemented per five years
Ensure minimal percent of
protected areas converted MENRO
to other uses
Devt and continuous IEC
campaign on Environment MENRO 30 30 40 35 35 38 35 35 40 100 108 110
Code of Calatagan
Increase forest/ Determine Loss of Forest MENRO 288 376 200 216 216 216 216 216 216
vegetation cover (vegetative cover); Change
in stock of forestry 864 648 648 2,660
resources: dipterocarp, tree
plantation, mangroves,
non-timber forest products
(NTFP) (ha/year)
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Determine total vegetation-
covered area, vs total land MENRO
area (%)
Tree planting (upland and/
MENRO 100 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50
or urban reforestation)* 200 150 150
Decrease rate of soil Determine soil erosion in
erosion MENRO
upland areas (mm/year) - - -
Determine areas priority for
reforestation for soil erosion MENRO
control - - -
*Tree planting (upland and/
MENRO
or urban reforestation) - - -
Mangrove rehabilitation Restore and rehabilitate of
damaged, abandoned and
MENRO 150 150 100 100 100 100 100 50 50
demolished mangrove 400 300 200 900
fishponds.
Upland and Urban
Reforestation Projects Identify areas for
MENRO
reforestation, tree planting - - -
Establish reforestation
MENRO 400 300 300 100 100 100 100 50 50
areas (urban and upland) 1,000 300 200
Incorporate tree planting as 1,500
a requirement to various
socio-civic activities
MENRO
(marriage applications, - - -
graduation, civil service,
etc.)
Greening Program
Backyard gardening MENRO 250
250
Rural Urban Greening
MENRO 100 600
(Fruit Trees) 100
Rehabilitation / Repair of
MEO 250
Parks and Plazas
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
250
Natural resources Garbage collected regularly
services from households in different
barangays. 1000 trees
295
planted. Environment 295 295
cleanliness and sanitation
observed.
Objective: To improve the environmental quality of fresh waterbodies in Calatagan.
Strategies: Control sources of pollution (effluents from point sources: industries and settlements)
Control sources of pollution (runoff and other soil pollution sources) and sedimentation from erosion
Monitoring of quality of Determine rating of the
freshwater bodies general condition of
freshwater body, latest (IF
water resource is being
monitored by DENR), if not, MENRO 288 376 200 240 312 312 240 312 312
determine if polluted/not
polluted
Determine concentration of
water pollutants in selected MENRO
water bodies (various units)
864 713 713 2,290
Identify effluents by source
MENRO
(various units)
Determine concentration of
water pollutants in selected MENRO
water bodies (various units)
Determine current number
of licensed abstractors and
MENRO
volume of abstraction in
mcm per annum
Control sources of Determine number of
pollution households living in
MENRO,
waterways without access
MSWDO, Brgys - - - 17,000
to sanitary toilet and clear
waterways of settlements.
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Provide toilet facilities,
including septic tanks to
constituents that still has MSWDO 300 300 200 200 200 200 200 200 200
no access to sanitary 800 600 600
toilets.
Strictly require all
establishments, including
government facilities to
install wastewater
MENRO, MEO 5000 5000 5000
treatment facilities, 15,000 - -
including, but not limited to:
Municipal Hall, Public
Markets, hospital, etc.
projects/proponents re: MENRO
non-compliance - - -
of non-complying MENRO
industries, as necessary - - -
Watershed and rivers Regular clean up /
vegetative cover Waterways clean-up (Adopt MENRO
restoration and Estero Program)
maintenance Individual/joint geodetic
survey of rivers with MENRO 2,500
disputed boundaries 2,500 - -
Tree Planting along the 3,655
MENRO 100 50 50 225 330
river bank 400 225 330
Rehabilitation of Ilog
MENRO
Santiago 200 - -
Objective: To maintain good air quality in Calatagan for the protection of health and/or public welfare
Strategy: Establish monitoring and preventive approaches to mitigating air pollution from industries and other sources.
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Monitoring of ambient
air quality near
industrial sites
Determine baseline
ambient pollution level at MENRO 20 22 24
selected sites 20 22 24 66
Mitigating pollution from Determine sources of

sources pollution (industries) and
levels of emissions per
source. MENRO to obtain MENRO
duplicate copy of reports, to - - -
show compliance to
standards
MENRO
of non-compliance - - -
MENRO, Office
of non-complying
of the Mayor - - -
industries, as necessary
Require establishment of
buffers (buffer zone/s ire
MENRO
greenbelts) from high - - -
intensity industries
Compel poultry and

livestock projects to install
and apply appropriate
technologies to abate odor, MENRO
such as but not limited to - - -
manure management,
biogas, buffer zones.
Objective: Improve the waste disposal system in the Municipality and ensure effective implementation of RA 9003 and RA 6969, specifically on cleanliness, orderliness, waste reduction and waste diversion
Strategy: Control sources of toxic and hazardous pollution from both municipal and industrial sources
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Strengthen SWM
Review and revision of
MENRO
SWM ordinance - - -
Amendments of the SWM
MENRO
Ordinance - - -
Approval of the 10 year
MENRO
SWM Plan - - -
Formulation of Brgy. SWM
MENRO
Plan - - -
Adoption of the SWM Plan
both at the Brgy and MENRO
Municipal levels - - -
Orientation/training of
SWM Board on SWM plan MENRO 50
and programs 50 - -
Orientation/seminar of
Brgy. SWM Committees on
MENRO 50
SWM policies, plan & 116,829
Ordinance
50 - -
Leadership and Values
Formation training of Brgy. MENRO
ENRO & BSWMC
Launching of Amended
SWM Ordinance thru
awareness MENRO 100 100 200
caravan/motorcade in all
barangays and schools
Orientation and information,

education campaign on
SWM in all schools, MENRO 100 100 200
barangays, institutions and
sectoral organizations
SWM Ordinance thru MENRO
awareness
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
caravan/motorcade in all
barangays and schools
Installation of signages in
strategic areas, showing
MENRO 500 50 500
proper waste segregation
and disposal practices
Purchase and distribution 50 50 100
of color coded trash MENRO
receptacles
Purchase of new Garbage
MENRO 500 - -
trucks 6,000
Purchase of mini garbage
3
truck to support the SWM in MENRO 12500 12500 12500 - -
7,500
25 brgys implementation
Repair and Maintenance of
2,75 3,00 8 1
current servicing Garbage MENRO 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,750 2,750 3,000 4,000
0 0 7,500 ,250 1,000
trucks
Hiring of Environment &
MENRO 216 216 216 240 230 243 300 300 350
Sanitary Services staff 648 713 950
Organization/Deputation of 2,97 3,96 1
MENRO 2,700 2,700 2,700 2,970 2,970 3,960 3,960
Bantay Kalinisan 0 0 8,100 8,910 1,880
Establishment of Public
Market-based MRF (piloting
of waste reduction at MENRO 500
source through proper 500 - -
segregation and recycling)
Implement dumpsite soil
1,32 1,76 3 5,
cover / Remediation of MENRO 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,320 1,320 1,760 1,760
0 0 3,600 ,960 280
current dumpsite
Conduct Annual Search for

MENRO 100 100 100 100 100 130 150 150 140
the Cleanest Barangay 300 330 440
Conduct of Annual Search

MENRO 25 25 25 30 25 28 40 30 40
for the Best Idol ko si Kapt 75 83 110
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Establishment of Secure a location that is
Sanitary Land Fill technically and
MENRO 500
environmentally suited for 500 - -
the purpose (SLF)
Secure approval by SB and

MENRO 3,000
LCE, and secure funds 3,000 - - 64,980
4
Establishment of the SLF MENRO 20,000 20,000
0,000 - -
2,64 3,52 7 10
Operation of SLF MENRO 3,000 2,640 2,640 3,520 3,520
0 0 3,000 ,920 ,560
Rehabilitation of
Sanitary Landfill and
MRF Purchase of dump truck MEO 7,200
7,200 7,200
Other SWM Conduct relevant studies

Approaches MENRO
on SWM in the Municipality - - -
Study alternative
agricultural/solid waste MENRO, MAO
management - - -
IEC support for the 300
implementation of
applicable agricultural solid MAO 45 45 30 30 30 40 40 40
waste management 90 90 120
programs
Establish Hazardous
Waste Management Compel designation of
(HWM) programs in PCOs in all establishments MENRO, BPLO
Calatagan (government and private) - - -
Improve old practice of

construction of Septic Vault 700
Project for Toxic and MENRO, MHO
Hazardous Waste, to one (Sani dad) - - -
that is acceptable and
prescribed by DENR
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Orientation and information,
education campaign on
HWM in all schools, MENRO 50 25 25 25 25
barangays, institutions and 50 50 50
sectoral organizations
Installation of signages in
strategic areas, showing
MENRO 100 50 50 50 50
proper waste segregation 100 100 100
and disposal practices
SWM Ordinance thru
awareness
MENRO 50
caravan/motorcade in all 50 - -
barangays and schools, to
include HW
Get services of accredited
Treatment, Storage and
Disposal (TSD) contractor MENRO 30 30 20 20 20 30 30 20
for hauling of hazardous 60 60 80
wastes
Objective: To decrease vulnerabilities to disasters and increase resilience against impacts of climate change.
Strategies: Decrease exposure to climate-induced hazards
Increase the awareness of the residents with regards to disaster preparedness
Increasing resilience to Protect current stands of
MENRO, BFAR 0 0 0
climate change impacts mangroves
Mangrove reforestation MENRO, BFAR 0 0 0
24,840
Review, update and
institutionalize VA into each
MDRRMO 0 0 0
department's work and
financial plans
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Climate proofing of all local
facilities and buildings
(schools, brgy centers, etc.)
// Retrofitting of the public
schools and municipality’s,
barangay halls, health
centers, gyms, multi-
purpose halls, day care
centers, public market, MDRRMO, 1,00 1,00
1,500 1,500 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
offices etc. With proper MEO 0 0
4,000 3,000 3,000
ventilation system through
low cost design and
construction technologies
(i.e. higher
headroom/ceiling, wider
windows, proper sitting
against sun orientation,
sunscreen insulation, etc.)
Climate proof evacuation
MDRRMO
centers
Reduce or completely
MDRRMO,
remove structures in 300 300 200 800
MEO
danger zones
Reduce or completely
MDRRMO,
remove structures in 300 300 200 800
MEO
danger zones
Enactment of Municipal
MENRO, MEO,
ordinance on rainwater 0 0 0
MAO
collection
Advocacy on climate-
responsive agriculture and
fisheries (adoption of
applicable crop varieties, MAO 0 0 0
crop rotation and other
relevant farming
technologies)
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Prioritization of
MDRRMC/BDRRMCs’
1,40 1,60
emergency tools and MDRRMO 1,500 1,500 1,000 1,500 1,500 1,600 1,640 4,000 4,400 4,840
0 0
equipment for extreme
climate events
Emission mitigation Tree planting/upland

MENRO 20 20 10 20 20 10 20 20 10 50 50 50
reforestation
Study use of solar energy
150
as a renewal energy source
MENRO 0 0 0
for land transportation
(especially tricycle)
DRRM Program LDRRMO
DRRM services 3,936 3,936 4,330
Implementation of flood MEO

and erosion control projects
such as rehabilitation and
construction of drainage
systems, de-silting of rivers,
de-clogging of canals 3,873 3,873 4,260
(incorporate climate change
& climate variability in 461,270
design standards for flood
control and drainage
system
relief and recovery projects MEO/MDRRMO 500 550 500 550
Preparedness and MDRRMO
400 440 400 440
mitigation projects
Flood control and retaining MEO
2,392 2,739 2,392 2,739
wall
Relief good and disaster MDRRMO,
MSWD, MEO, 2,500 2,750 2,500 2,750
supply and equipment
Total Total Total

Responsible
Offices
Term) Term) Term)
2017
2019
2023
2024
2018
2020
2021
2022
2025
2026
Flood Control projects PEO/DPHW 206,000 226,600 206,000 226,600
Sub-total 376,451 287,935 57,326
TOTAL 721,711
Note: Columns highlighted in yellow are activities/projects that can be funded by other sources (National govt, grants, aids, etc.) and/or part of the regular activities/services of the LGU
which need not investment funding
Table 15. Major Development Programs for Education Sector
Responsible Total Total Total

Program Projects/Activities
Offices Short-term Medium-Term Long-term (Short (Medium (Long Total
Term) Term) Term)
2018
2019
2020
2017
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
EDUCATION
Goal: To provide the basic quality education to constituents of Calatagan
Objective: To enrich local education at par with global standards by fully implementing the K-12 Program in all schools by 2019
Strategy: Enhancing the K-12 Program
K-12 Program Enhancement Convert the Brigada
Eskwela Structure to DepEd; PTA 20 20
support the K to 12
Launching of information
awareness campaign and
DepEd,
help desk regarding K-12
Budget, OM, 75 75 50 50 50 50 75 75 50 200 150 200
program in order to gain
LSB
support from different
stakeholders
Provision of instructional
DepEd,
tools and devices for 300 300 200 200 200 200 300 300 200 800 600 800
Budget
effective teaching
Coordination with private

DepEd,
sectors for work
Private 4,420
Immersion among Grade
Sectors
12 students
Educational Assistance
(provision of tuition and
miscellaneous fees) to DepEd,
150 150 100 100 100 100 150 150 100 400 300 400
talented students Budget
particularly in Senior High
School level
Hiring of additional
teachers for senior high DepEd
school
Continuous enhancement
of the capacity of DepEd,
50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
elementary and high Budget
school teachers
Objective: To provide access to complete basic education to all residents of Calatagan regardless of its social and economic situation
Strategies: Provision of scholarship to purse tertiary education
Enhancing the knowledge and skills of out of school youth and elderly

Term) Term) Term)
2018
2019
2020
2017
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
Scholarship Program Provision of scholarship
DepEd, 2,00 2,00 2,00 3,00 3,00 2,00
fund to pursue tertiary 3,000 3,000 2,000 8,000 6,000 8,000
Budget 0 0 0 0 0 0
education 22,000
Enactment of scholarship
SB
ordinance
Skills and knowledge Enhancement Enhancing the capacity of
Program DepEd,
ALS facilitators (mobile 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
Budget
teachers)
Promote other modes of
instruction such as radio- DepEd,
200 150 200 200 150 200
based instruction or Budget
internet-based instruction
Adopt the Adolescent
Friendly Literacy DepEd,
400 300 340 260 260 260 300 400 340 1040 780 1040
Enhancement Project Budget
(AFLEP)
Provide support to 4,510
students to pursue higher DepEd,
education or look for work PESO
opportunities
Establishment of
DepEd,
Learning Center within 500 500
MEO, Budget
the locality
Development of
DepEd 20 30 50
Competence Module
Identification of volunteer
teachers/facilitator for the DepEd
learning center
Objective: To upgrade the educational facilities with the modern day tools and equipment for learnings
Strategies: Improvement of school facilities
Increase the quality of education services

Improvement of facilities and
equipment program Inventory and status of
DepEd, MEO
building and facilities
Sourcing of funds for 37,700

DepEd, MO
different school facilities
Renovation of school
DepEd, MEO 10,000 10,000 20,000
buildings

Term) Term) Term)
2018
2019
2020
2017
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
Provision of high rise
DepEd 4,000 6,000 10,000
building (2 to 3 storey)
Provision of instructional
DepEd 300 200 300 200 200 200 300 200 300 800 600 800
tools and devices
Scheduling of classes in
schools where there is DepEd
inadequate classrooms
Support the sports and

1,00
athletic and other DepEd 500 500 1,000 500 500 500 500 500 2,000 1,500 2,000
0
curricular activities
Active participation of the

Local School Board in the
implementation of DepEd
educational plans,
programs and activities.
Sub-total 44,410 10,380 13,840
TOTAL 68,630
Note: Columns highlighted in yellow are activities/projects that can be funded by other sources (National govt, grants, aids, etc.) and/or part of the regular activities/services of the LGU
which need not investment funding
Table 16. Major Development Programs for Health and Nutrition Sector
Estimated Budgetary Requirements (in '000

Timeline
PhP)
Responsible
Program Projects/Activities Short- Medium Long-
Offices Short-term Medium-Term Long-term Total
term Term term
2017
2018
2021
2022
2024
2026
2019
2020
2023
2025
Total Total Total
HEALTH AND NUTRITION

Goal: Improve health service delivery in relation to the local government unit scorecard
Objective: To increase the number of household with sanitary toilet facility
Strategy: Distribution of Sanitary Toilets
Distribution of Sanitary Toilets Procurement and
distribution of toilet bowls
MHO, RHU,
and some construction 1,00 1,00 1,00
DOH. PHO, 400 300 700 500 500 500 2,400 2,000 1,500
materials to 20% of 0 0 0
MEO
indigent families without
sanitary toilet 8,052
Awareness campaign on
MHO 75 75 50 50 50 50 50 75 75 200 150 200
the proper waste disposal
Repair of Toilet and Water 532.
MEO 484 585.64 484 532 586
Facilities 4
Objective: To provide basic health services
Strategy: Improve health facilities and infrastructures
Health Care Development
Program/ Purchase medical
MHO 500 550 500 550
supplies and services
Maternal, Neonatal, Child

Health and Nutrition 5,720
599.
Program / Health and MHO 545 545 599.5
5
Nutrition Program / Health
Services
Cough Caravan Program MO/MHO/MTO 12 13.2 12 13
Purchase of Ambulance PHO/MHO 3,500 3,500
Objective: To decrease the incidence of vector borne diseases like dengue, chikungunya, etc. and its complications
Strategies: Health education on vector borne diseases
Fumigation and misting
Prevention of vector borne
diseases
Continuous health MHO, RHU,
education on vector borne DOH, Barangay 50 75 75 50 50 50 75 75 50 200 150 200 600
disease prevention. LGU, PHO

Timeline
PhP)
Responsible
term Term term
2017
2018
2021
2022
2024
2026
2019
2020
2023
2025
Total Total Total
Elimination of mosquito
breading grounds and
misting to areas with MHO 50 50
clustering occurrence of
vector borne diseases.
Aggressive detection and

management of identified MHO
vector borne diseases
Objective: To increase the percentage of facility based deliveries by 100%

Strategy: Enhancing the reproductive health program and facilities
Enhancement of Reproductive
Health Program Continuous health
teaching to females in the
reproductive age group by MHO
reinforcing prenatal
counselling.
Hiring of additional health 50

staff that will man the
health facility and train all
MHO, HRMO,
health staff in basic
DOH
emergency maternal
obstetric and newborn
care
Training of midwives MHO 50 50
Objective: To expand medical services
Strategy: Conduct of different outreach activities
Expansion of medical services MHO, RHU,
Conduct of Cough
and medication Budget, DOH, 255 225
Caravan.
PHO
Procurement/provision of
TB medicines for adult MHO, DOH 300 300 200 200 200 200 300 200 300 800 600 800 14,921
and children
MHO,CSO,
Facilitation medical and
Private 200 200 200 50 150 200 200 200 200 600 450 600
dental mission.
Practitioners

Timeline
PhP)
Responsible
term Term term
2017
2018
2021
2022
2024
2026
2019
2020
2023
2025
Total Total Total
Procure and provide

ample supply of vaccines
for preventable diseases, MHO 200 500 500 750 1,200 750
vit a and epi supplies and
for medical missions
MHO, DOH,
Establishment of botika ng BFAD, 2,00
2,000
barangay Community 0
Organization
Request the provincial
hospital to assigned
skilled medical personnel
such as pharmacist, MHO, PHO,
medical technologists, DOH, HRMO
microscopist and
pathologist to the public
municipal hospital
Medical / Dental / Optical
MHO
Mission 150 150
Objective: To improve medical data collection and recording thru electronic system
Strategy: Adoption of medical data recording system
Hiring of IT personnel and MHO, HRMO,

encoder Budget
Training of health staff for
MHO 50 50
computer literacy.
Adoption of iclinic system Adoption of easy access 150
medical data recording
MHO, PHO,
(iclinic sys), including 100 100
DOH
procurement of hardware
and software
Objective: To improve nutritional status of infant and child 0-71 months of age by 100%
Strategy: Adoption of Millennium Development Goal Fund Program
Feeding program. MHO 50 75 75 50 50 50 50 75 75 200 150 200
Millennium Development Goal Hiring of MNAO MHO 148 150 250 148 150 148 130 100 500 548 548 730 2,375
Fund Program Formation of peer
MHO
counsellors for nutrition
Objective: To maintain 1% blood collection as to population ratio
Strategy: Enhancing the blood donation program

Timeline
PhP)
Responsible
term Term term
2017
2018
2021
2022
2024
2026
2019
2020
2023
2025
Total Total Total
Blood donation program Regular MBD and

continuous campaign for MHO 75 50 75 50 50 50 50 75 75 200 150 200
donor encouragement
Procurement of MBD
MHO, Budget 100 100 200
materials (medicine, beds) 1,155
Conduct training on blood
MHO 100 50 50 100 100 100 100
donor recruitment
Mass Blood Donation
MHO/PHO/PRC 50 55 50 55
Program
Objective: To prevent re-emergence of human rabies in the municipality
Strategy: Enhancing the anti-rabies program
Anti-rabies program Continuous health
education in rabies
MHO 50 75 75 50 50 50 75 50 75 200 150 200 2,086
prevention and first aid
application
Procurement/provision of
vaccines,
MHO 500 500 1,000
immunoglobulins and
other medical supplies.
Coordination to municipal
agriculturist regarding MHO
animal rabies vaccination.
Dog Impounding MAO 536 536
Objective: To provide health support services
Strategies: Improve health services
Health Services Program Maternal & Child Health
Care. Routine,
Immunization, Dental
Program, Laboratory,
Services, Rabies
Prevention Advocacy,
RHU 10,442 10,452 10,452
Environment & Sanitation,
Medical & Dental , Out-
reach Programs
implemented, and PPA's
of PHO and DOH
supported.
Sub-total 26,552 6,948 5,316
TOTAL 38,815
Note: Columns highlighted in yellow are activities/projects that can be funded by other sources (National govt, grants, aids, etc.) and/or part of the regular activities/services of the
LGU which need not investment funding
Table 17. Major Development Programs for Social Welfare Sector
Responsible
term Term term
2017
2021
2022
2025
2026
2018
2019
2020
2023
2024
Total Total Total
SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Objective: To improve social welfare and services
Strategies: Strengthen social welfare service and development programs
Social General Management &
Welfare and supervision of staff and
Developmen programs of Municipal MSWD
t Services office. Social Welfare measures,
plans and strategies formulated
and implemented. Immediate
relief and assistance in the after- 10,066 10,066 20,132
math of man-made and natural
disaster and calamities be in
frontline services delivered
Senior Honorarium, Donations, Other MSWDO/OSCA

Citizen Supplies, Office Supplies,
Welfare Travelling/Training Expenses, 1,755 1,755 3,510
Other MOOE and Prizes funded
Multi- Construction and Rehabilitation

purpose Hall of Multipurpose Hall 30,750 30,750 61,500
MEO/PEO
Objective: To provide gender and development services
Strategies: Strengthen gender and development program
GAD
Donation/Cash Assistance
Mayor/MSWDO 500 500
Program
Strengthening the Youth
MSWDO/PESO 50 50
Association
Capacity Development Program
MSWDO 50 50 4,700
for Women
MSWDO/MGAD-
Gender-sensitivity Seminars and
CMO/PNP 100 100
Trainings
Women's Desk
Celebration of the Women's
MSWDO 150 150
Month
Responsible
term Term term
2017
2021
2022
2025
2026
2018
2019
2020
2023
2024
Total Total Total
Gender-based violence MO/MSWDO 50 50
Strengthening rights as PWDs MSWDO 150 150
Provision of women/men-friendly
MSWDO 50 50
livelihood and activities
Capability
MSWDO 100 100
Building/Programs/Activities
Sports League and Competition MO 1,000 1,000
Children's Month Celebration MSWDO 150 150
Goal: To provide social protection and promote the rights and welfare of the poor, vulnerable and the disadvantaged individual, family and community to contribute the poverty alleviation and
empowerment through SWD policies, programs, projects and services implemented
Objective: Define the needs and formulating solutions as well as setting up viable community welfare structures to bring about desirable changes
Strategy: Develop the capacity of the capacity of the staff of the MSWDO and its partner and the system of the organization in order to
Additional staff preferably

registered social worker for the MSWDO,
137 137 137 137 183 183 183 243 243 243 547.5 547.5 730
implementation of programs and HRMO, Budget
services
Identification and training of
MSWDO 13 13 13 13 17 17 17 17 17 17 50 50 50
volunteers
Capacity Orientation of volunteers for the
development implementation of programs and MSWDO 5 5 5 5 7 7 7 7 7 7 20 20 20 24,925
program services
Staff development (participation
in different trainings, seminars, MSWDO 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 133 133 133 400 300 400
conference
Organization and strengthening

MSWDO 13 13 13 13 17 17 17 17 17 17 50 50 50
of sectoral groups
Responsible
term Term term
2017
2021
2022
2025
2026
2018
2019
2020
2023
2024
Total Total Total
Strengthening of different
MSWDO 38 38 38 38 - - - - - - 150
councils like: MNC, BCPC, etc.
Monitoring and supervision of

MSWDO 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 13 13 13 40 30 40
volunteers especially CDWs

Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino MSWDO 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 13 13 13 40 30 40
Program

MSWDO 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 13 13 13 40 30 40
CDCs

MSWDO 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 13 13 13 40 30 40
SFP Feeding Center
Preparation of social case study

MSWDO 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 13 13 13 40 30 40
report, certificate of indigencies
Request for the provision of

service vehicles, supplies and MSWDO, Budget 250 250 250 250 1000
equipment (e.g. laptop)
Objective: To improve and expand the social welfare services provided by the Municipality
Strategies: Expanding social welfare services by providing social services aside from the regular programs and conducting outreach activities
Provision of additional funding for the social welfare services
Social preparation MSWDO 40 30 40 550
Expanded Counselling MSWDO 40 30 40 550

social
welfare
services Family case conference MSWDO 40 30 40 550
Information dissemination MSWDO 200 150 200 2,750
Responsible
term Term term
2017
2021
2022
2025
2026
2018
2019
2020
2023
2024
Total Total Total
Home visits MSWDO 40 30 40 550
Adoption of
Outreach
Coordination/Networking/Referra MSWDO 0
program
l system
Conduct of meetings/trainings
specific to targeted vulnerable MSWDO 200 150 200 2,750
groups
Sub-total 47,899 1,538 2,010
TOTAL 51,446
Table 18. Major Development Programs for Housing Sector
Responsible Short- Medium Long-

Program Projects/Activities Short-term Medium-Term Long-term Total
Offices term Term term
2017
2018
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
2019
2020
Total Total Total
SHELTER
Goal: To provide land for the landless and a decent home for homeless and average earners
Objective: To provide socialized housing to the indigent homeless families of the municipalities
Strategies: Formulation of Shelter Plan
Provision of socialized housing
Shelter Plan Development Formulation of the
200 200
Municipality's Shelter Plan MPDC, MEO
Socialized Housing Program Identification of project 50
beneficiary MPDC
Determination of budget
allocation by coordinating
with National Housing 50 50
Agency and appropriation of MPDC, SB,
funds for socialized housing Budget, NHA
Acquisition of land for 15,140
15,000 15,000
socialized housing MPDC, Budget
Coordination with NHA for
the implementation of 20 20
socialized housing MPDC, NHA
Coordination with different
utility companies for the MPDC, Batelec, 20
installation basic utilities MEO
Objective: To assist the least 31% of the households which do not have their own housing units
Strategy: Identification of relocation sites and provision of affordable housing
Housing Support Program 6,030
Provide seminars and
assistance on how to avail to
different housing programs of 100 25 25 100 100 50 100
the government and MPDC, Pag-ibig,
financing institutions for Commercial
availing housing loans Banks, SHFC
Allocation of funds for the MPDC, MSWDO, 500 500 1,00 500 500 500 500 500 1,00 2000 1500 2000
housing assistance MDRRMO 0 0
particularly during
calamities/disasters

2017
2018
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
2019
2020
Total Total Total
Coordination with different

developers and contractors
who are willing to provide low
cost housing MPDC 10 10 10
Tap different government
programs such as Pag-ibig
Fund's housing Program and
Social Housing Finance 100 25 25 100 100 50 100
Corporation (SHFC)
Localized Community
Mortgage Program (CMP) MPDC, Pag-ibig,
SHFC
Objective: To relocate families who are informal settlers and living hazardous areas
Strategy: Identification of relocation sites and provision of affordable housing
Identification of resettlement areas Identify suitable
living in hazardous areas and relocation/resettlement areas
victims of calamities 10 10
for families living hazardous
areas MPDC
Acquisition of land as 5,00
5,000
resettlement areas MPDC 0
55,160
Relocate settlements through 5,00 5,00 5,00
core shelter assistance of 30000 5,000 35,000 15,000
0 0 0
DSWD for indigent families MPDC, MSWDO
Assist in availing for the
calamity fund provided by 50 15 15 20 15 15 20 50 50 50
Pag-ibig MPDC, MDRRMO
Sub-total 57,610 16,660 2,260
TOTAL 76,530
Table 19. Major Development Programs for Protective Services Sector

Estimated Budgetary Requirements (in
Timeline
'000 PhP)
Short- Medium Long-

Responsible Short-term Medium-Term Long-term
Program Projects/Activities term Term term
Offices
Total
2017
2021
2024
2026
2018
2019
2020
2022
2023
2025
Total Total Total
PUBLIC ORDER
Goal: To ensure the Safety and Security of the populace and to make Calatagan a safer place to live
Objective: To achieve zero crime incidence.
Strategies: Educate and disseminate the existing ordinances and memo circular
Installation of CCTV's on busy streets and junction
Intensified protective services
To educate and disseminate
to the community the existing PNP; SB,
50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
ordinances and memorandum MPOC, MO
circulars
Installation of CCTV to place

PNP; SB,
of convergence, junctions and 100 100 200
MPOC
busy streets
Request 24 more police force
to achieve 1:1,000 police- PNP
population ratio
Strong coordination with
barangay officials/tanods to 22,392
PNP,
help monitor the peace and
Barangay LGU
order of the whole
municipality
Provision of funds for
barangay security for the PNP, SB, MO, 1,00
1,000 500 500 1,000 1,000 1,000
needed equipment and Barangay LGU 0
gadgets
Checkpoint operation PNP
2,07 2,27
Police services Mayor, PNP 2,505 2,070 2,277 2,505
0 7
1,56 1,71
Traffic Management Services Mayor 1,890 1,562 1,718 1,890
2 8
2,00 2,20
Purchase of Barangay Patrol PHO/MHO 2,420 2,000 2,200 2,420
0 0
Objective: To achieve a drug free Calatagan thru our anti-criminality programs

Timeline
'000 PhP)
Short- Medium Long-

Offices
Total
2017
2021
2024
2026
2018
2019
2020
2022
2023
2025
Total Total Total
Strategies: Continuous buy-bust operation

Implementation of search warrant per month
Reactivation of the use of based radios in all barangays
Anti-criminality program
Continuous conduct of buy
PNP 50 50 50 75 75 50 75 75 50 150 200 200
bust operation
PNP, Municipal
Serving of warrant of arrest 25 25 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 100 150 150
Court
Procurement of based radios

PNP, 2,160
for all barangay and
Barangay 100 150 200 100 150 200
reactivation the use of radio
LGU, NTC
equipment
Revitalization Of Municipal
Mayor, PNP,
Anti-Drug Abuse Council 760 760
SB
(MADAC)
Goal: To ensure a fire safety Calatagan

Objective: To prevent and suppress destructive fires, investigate its causes, enforce fire code and other related laws, respond to man-made and natural disasters and other emergencies
Strategies: Intensification of fire fighting force capacity
Provision of needed firefighting apparatus/equipment
Fire prevention education
Intensified fire protection services Additional personnel for
information dissemination to BFP
the public
Request 17 more fire force to
BFP; National
achieve 1:2,000 firemen-
Govt
population ratio 5,868
One unserviceable fire truck
for repair and request for BFP 100 100
preventive maintenance
Request for fire hydrants for
BFP 500 500
water supply

Timeline
'000 PhP)
Short- Medium Long-

Offices
Total
2017
2021
2024
2026
2018
2019
2020
2022
2023
2025
Total Total Total
Procurement of equipment BFP; National

345 2,000 2,345
and firefighting apparatus Govt
Activation of 911 hotline BFP; PNP;
(Active) National Govt
Information dissemination of BFP;
fire safety and disaster MDRRMO, 75 75 50 50 50 50 50 75 75 200 150 200
preparedness PNP
Coordination with the LGU
with regards to processing of BFP; BPLOM
business permit and PNP, BIR
occupancy permit
Enforcement of Bantay Dagat Mayor 186 205 225 186 205 225
Cash Assistance for
Mayor 531 584 643 531 584 643
barangay Tanod
Goal: To establish a disaster –resilient municipality
Objective: To increase awareness on the provisions of RA 10121 and to put emphasis in their implementation
Strategy: Full implementation of Disaster Risk Reduction Plan and Contingency Plan
Disaster Resilient Community Program Updating of CPs and
MDRRMO 10 10
MDRRM Plan
Disaster Preparedness and
MDRRMO 20 50 50 30 30 30 20 50 50 120 90 120
Response Trainings
MDRRMO,
OM,
Construction of Flood Control
SB,OPG,PEO,
Project
PDRRMO,
National Govt
Procurement of Disaster 1,00
MDRRMO 1,000 6,590
Heavy Equipment 0
Implementation of RA10121
MDRRMO,
recreation of MDRRMO; 365 365 365 365 365 365 487 487 487 1,095 1,095 1,460
HRMO, Budget
Hiring of 2 additional staff
Conduct of drills and
MDRRMO 50 75 75 50 50 50 50 75 75 200 150 200
simulations
Improvement of warning
MDRRMO
signals
Improvement of MDRRMO,
100 100
communication facilities OM, SB, MEO,

Timeline
'000 PhP)
Short- Medium Long-

Offices
Total
2017
2021
2024
2026
2018
2019
2020
2022
2023
2025
Total Total Total
NTC,
PDRRMO
MDRRMO,
PDRRMO,
BSU,WWF,
Installations of early warning
PAGASA,
signs and devices
DOST,
PHIVOCS,
DENR-MGB
Procurement of ambulance MDRRMO 400 400
Intensify IEC MDRRMO 50 75 75 50 50 50 75 75 50 200 150 200
Sub-total 15,129 10,269 11,612
TOTAL 37,010
Table 20. Major Development Programs for Sports and Recreation Sector

2019
2020
2021
2025
2026
2017
2018
2022
2023
2024
Total Total Total
SPORTS AND RECREATION

Goal: Sports and recreation promotion and development consistently pursued by the Municipality
Objective: Provision of recreational area for the enjoyment of the whole populace
Strategy: Provision of open spaces and parks through local government efforts and partnership with private entities
Establishment of open spaces and Establishments of
1,00 1,00
playfields playgrounds in strategic open MEO 500 500 500 500 500 500 1,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
0 0
spaces
Coordination with Tourism
Offices for the inclusion of
1,00 1,00 1,00
trekking deck, bicycle lane Tourism, MEO 500 500 2,000 2,000
0 0 0
and establishment of parks in
tourists spots
10,150
Enforce and monitor
compliance of housing
MPDC
developers to 2% of land
area for greeneries
Public-private
consultations/partnerships in LGU, Private
50 50 50 50 50 50
the establishment of Sectors
recreational parks and plazas
Objective: Implement meaningful sports and recreational activities for the constituency.
Strategies: Creation of sports and recreational activities for different age groups
Formulation of ordinance for scholarships for student varsities
Creations of sports and recreational SB, Sports
activities Identification of sports that of Committee,
interest to the youth Tourism,
MSWDO 2,200
Promotion of recreational
activities for the elderly such MSWDO 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
as zumba, taichi, etc.

2019
2020
2021
2025
2026
2017
2018
2022
2023
2024
Total Total Total
Teaching traditional sports in

the Physical Education of
DepEd
elementary and high school
students
Provision of support to the
varsities/sports athletes in
DepEd 200 200 200 150 100 200 200 200 200 600 450 600
terms of training, uniforms
etc.
Coordination with DepEd and
Tourism Office for the DepEd, Tourism
establishment of cultural Office
groups in the Municipality
Scholarship program for varsity Formulation of ordinance for
students scholarships for students who SB
excel in particular sports
Sub-total 4,850 4,650 2,850
TOTAL 12,350
Table 21. Major Development Programs for Agriculture Sector
Responsible
Offices Short-term Medium-Term Long-term
term Term term
Total
2017
2020
2022
2023
2025
2018
2019
2021
2024
2026
Total Total Total
AGRICULTURE
Goals: To attain the ultimate economic growth thereby uplifting the quality of life of the population through sustainable development of agriculture, poultry, livestock and fishing.
Objective: To adopt and mitigate the effect of climate change in fisheries and agriculture
Strategy: Adoption of climate resilient farming and fishing practices and technologies
Climate-resilient Agriculture
Tree planting; adoption of
and Fisheries Program MAO, DENR 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
agroforestry practices
Proper crop cultivation
technology along contours, MAO 10 10 20 10 10 10 10 10 20 40 30 40
slopes, hilly lands
Establishment of Marine
MAO, BFAR,
Protected areas/Fish 25 25 50
SB
Sanctuaries
Strict Implementation of
environmental laws and MAO
ordinances
Nutrient and crop residues

MAO 50 50 100 50 50 50 100 50 50 200 150 200
management and utilization
Adoption of rainwater
MAO 2,400
harvesting, drip irrigation
Aerobic Rice Technology
MAO,DA,
(ART), direct seeding
PhilRice
technology, Zero tillage
Manure management
(Organic fertilizer production,
MAO 50 50 80 50 50 80 50 50 80 180 180 180
biogas digester with methane
recovery)
Agricultural loans tied-up to MAO, PCIC,
crop insurance NGOs
Improved feeding (silage
MAO, DA
production technology)
Conduct research on the
Technology of Green MAO, DA 50 50
Charcoal Making
Responsible
term Term term
Total
2017
2020
2022
2023
2025
2018
2019
2021
2024
2026
Total Total Total
Conduct environment
awareness and the climate MAO 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
change issue
Goal: To enforce fishery laws and municipal ordinances to increase fish catch
Strategies: Strict enforcement of fisheries law and ordinances
Enhancement of Fisheries Program
Fisheries Program
Inventory/Distribution of
MAO 100 100 100 100 100 100
Fishing Gears
Implementation of Balayan
MAO 50 50
Bay Closed Season
MAO, BFAR,
Deputation of Bantay Dagat 20 20 20 20 20 20
OM
Provision of Bantay Dagat MAO, OM,
200 100 175 100 100 156 100 175 200 475 356 475
Honorarium Budget Office
Repair and maintenance of
patrol boat and provision of
MAO 100 140 200 100 100 130 140 100 200 440 330 440
gasoline, oil & Lubricants for
motor craft/patrol boat 3,212
Procurement of Patrol Boat MAO 175 175
Amendment of Municipal
MAO, SB
Fisheries Code 2006
Conduct research on the MAO, BFAR,
maturity stage of Kuyog and Conservation 50 50
Dulong International
Development of New fisher MAO; Fisher

20 20
folks/farmers leaders folks
Leadership and Values
Formation training for fisher MAO 40 40
folks/farmers leaders
Protection of marine
Bantay dagat creation MAO 3,096 3,096 3,096
resources
Objective: To maximize production of agricultural crops and livestock to sustain food requirement of the population in addition to sufficiency for commercial activity
Strategies: Adoption of efficient crops and livestock practices

Enhancing the capacity of agricultural staff to support agriculture programs
Crops Program
Distribution of High Value
MAO 1,100
Vegetable seeds & Rice
Responsible
term Term term
Total
2017
2020
2022
2023
2025
2018
2019
2021
2024
2026
Total Total Total
Implementation of Organic
MAO 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
Agriculture/farming
Technology on Organic
MAO 100 100 150 200 200 150 200
composting
Distribution of Agricultural
MAO, DA
Machineries/Equipment
Livestock/Animal Program Treatment of Diseased
MAO 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
Animals
Medicine/Lethal injection MAO 200 200 200 150 100 200 200 200 200 600 450 600
Vaccination of Cattle (FMD) MAO 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
Artificial Insemination MAO 100 100 200 100 100 100 100 100 200 400 300 400 7,950
Carabao Dairy Production &

MAO 1,500 1,500 3,000
Processing
Goat Raising MAO 100 100 200 100 100 100 100 100 200 400 300 400
Organization of Hog
MAO
Raisers/growers
Capacity Development Hiring of additional 2 staff MAO 803 602 803 803 602 803
2,908
Purchase of service car MAO 700 700
Sub-total 12,089 3,719 4,858
TOTAL 20,666
Table 22. Major Development Programs for Tourism Sector

Short- Medium Long-

Offices
Total
2017
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2018
2019
2025
2026
Total Total Total
TOURISM
Goals: To be renowned and safe eco-tourism destination in Batangas Province
Objective: To develop and promote the Calatagan tourism
Strategies: Formulation of plans and ordinances for tourism industry
Creation and promotion of tourists attractions
Formulation of Tourism Plans Conduct of Tourism
Development Planning Tourism Office 50 50
Workshop
Develop a Tourism Master 700
Tourism Office 600 600
Plan
Study incentives for tourism
sector investments
Promotion of tourist attractions Promotional/information
materials (leaflets, brochure, Tourism Office 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
signages etc.) 600
Promotion of Calatagan Solar
Farm as Tourist Destination
Tourism Services Mayor and
All PPA's conducted and
Municipal 2,000 2,000
funded; Tourism promoted
Treasurer
Promotion of Calatagan 2,500
Products and Spots through
500 500
various fairs, festivals and
special events
Development of Tourist Develop different local
Tourism Office 50 50 100 50 50 50 50 50 100 200 150 200
Attractions and Local Products products
Creation/Declaration of
Kinuyog Festival
Provision of fund and plans for
the establishment of Municipal Tourism Office 500 500
Museum 4,350
Provision of fund and plans for
the establishment of Municipal Tourism Office 500 500
Beach Resort
Increase support for eco-
tourism infrastructure and Tourism Office 250 250 500 150 300 300 250 250 500 1000 750 1,000
facilities
Strategies: Organization of different partners and stakeholders for tourist product and activities development
Short- Medium Long-

Offices
Total
2017
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2018
2019
2025
2026
Total Total Total
Enhancing the capacity of the Tourism office and its staff

Organization of stakeholders Organization of stakeholders
and partners (Transport sector, resort
Tourism Office,
association, NGO, fishery
CSOs, NGOs, 20 20
sector & environment , tourism
Private Sectors
related business group) on
Tourism
Organization of local Tourism Office, 60
producers and talents CSOs, private 20 20
(cultural groups) individuals
Explore partnership with
private entities with regards to
tourism investments, projects
and programs
Capacity Development Partner with tourism
establishment with regards to Tourism Office 20 20
the monitoring tourists/visitors
Creation of monitoring system Tourism Office 20 20
Training on Tourism Product
Tourism Office 50 50 2,201
Development
Hiring of staff for the Tourism
Tourism Office 100 100 102 100 100 102 100 100 202 302 302 402
Information
Staff to sustain the
Tourism Office 402 302 402
Pasalubong Center
Sub-total 6,554 1,653 2,204
TOTAL 10,411
Table 23. Major Development Programs for Commerce and Industry Sector
Short- Medium Long-

Responsible Short-term Medium-Term Long-term Total
term Term term
Offices
2019
2020
2023
2024
2017
2018
2021
2022
2025
2026
Total Total Total
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY

Goal: To enhance the commerce and trade condition of the Municipality
To develop the Municipality's industrial potential
Objectives: Facilitate growth of local trade and commerce
Increased income and employment through commerce and industry
Utilize the industrial land at the same time observing environmental laws
Strategies: Streamlining business registration
Promoting business friendly environment
Commerce and Installation of Business and Licensing
Trade Program BPLO, Budget 1,000
System
Creation of Inspection Team (MTO), MTO, MEO, MHO,

50
Engineering., MHO, MPDO and BFP) MPDO, BFP
Creation of One Stop Shop (OSS) BPLO 50
Inventory of Business establishments

for regulating and monitoring BPLO 50
purposes 3,400
Organizing traders and businessmen

OM 50
for enhance trading system
Enhancing infrastructure and facilities MEO 500 500 500
Put up investment campaign and

OM, PESO 200 150 200
promotion
Implement tax holiday to new SB, OM,
50 50 50
businesses Assessors
Strategies: Partnering with industrial developers/owners for generating revenue and local jobs
Strict implementation of industrial zoning ordinance
Industry Support
and Development Review and amend Investment Code,
with provision on Corporate Social SB, OM 50 50
Responsibility (CSR) 570
Partnering with industries for the local

OM, PESO 20 20
job generation
Short- Medium Long-

Short-term Medium-Term Long-term Total
Responsible term Term term
Offices
2019
2020
2023
2024
2017
2018
2021
2022
2025
2026
Total Total Total
Introduction/Establishment of
Sustainable Livelihood projects for
DA 250 250 500
affected farmers of conversion of
agricultural areas to industrial sites
Implement tax holiday to new

SB
industrial establishments
Strict implementation of industrial
SB, MPDC
zoning ordinance
Sub-total 2,520 700 750
TOTAL 3,970
Note: Columns highlighted in yellow are activities/projects that can be funded by other sources (National govt, grants, aids, etc.) and/or part of the regular activities/services of
the LGU which need not investment funding
Table 24. Major Development Programs for Economic Support

2019
2020
2024
2017
2018
2021
2022
2023
2025
2026
Total Total Total
ECONOMIC SUPPORT
Goal: To provide economic support infrastructure that will facilitate economic activities in the Municipality
Objective: To enhance economic activities in the Municipality
Strategies: Construction/improvement of different economic enterprise facilities
Construction of different tourist facilities
Fishery Establishment of
Support Community Fish Landing
MEO 53,000 53,000
Infrastructure Center (CFLC) in the west
side of port terminal
Fish port Development MEO 5,000 50,000
Management and Mayor and 203,800
Operation of Calatagan Municipal 100,500 100,500
port Treasurer/PPA
Management and Mayor and
operation of fish landing Municipal 300 300
terminal Treasurer
Livestock
Support Establishment of
National Govt 10,000 10,000 10,000
Infrastructure Slaughter house
Agriculture Improvement/rehabilitation
Support MEO 3,000 3,000
of irrigation system
Infrastructure Improvement of
Communal Irrigation 13,000
System at Sitio Municipal Office 10,000 10,000
Prenza/Lipatan Barangay
Lucsuhin
Improvement Continuous improvement 3,30
of public Treasurers 2,653 3,000 2,653 3,000 3,300
of public market facilities 0
market 9,953
rehabilitation of public
MEP 1,000 1,000
market
Tourism Construction of
Support MEO 70,000 70,000
Convention Center
Infrastructure Public beach/resort in
MEO 50,000 50,000 125,000
Barangay 4
Construction of Museum
MEO 5,000 5,000
in (present) Municipal Hall
Engineering Supervised, directed, and
and exercised control the Municipal Engineer 7,839 7,839 7,839
Infrastructure staffs of MEO,

2019
2020
2024
2017
2018
2021
2022
2023
2025
2026
Total Total Total
Management Transportation
Program Communication & Utility
Services, Maintenance
Services, and Operation
of Waterworks. Building
Permit Issued, and Plans
and Program of work &
specifications for Public
Infrastructure prepared,
bidded and implemented
Objective: Provide efficient and adequate road system for easy movement of people, services and
goods
Strategy: Construction of roads in urban and rural areas
Improvement Construction of farm to
of 5,00 5,00 5,00 10,00
market road in unpaved MEO 20,000 20,000 30,000 5,000 5,000 50,000 15,000 20,000
transportation 0 0 0 0
road in rural areas (50%)
system Construction of retaining
wall-main creek in
MEO 25,000 25,000 50,000
Poblacion 2,4, Lucsuhin
(Santiago River)
Construction of closed 168,000
MEO 1,500 1,500 3,000
canal in Poblacion 1-4
Construction of road to
tourist destination/tourism
MEO 5,000 5,000 10,000
zone (e.g. going to Ang
Pulo)
Construction of by-pass
MEO 10,000 10,000 20,000
road in urban area
Construction Construction/Rehabilitatio
and n of local roads or bridges
rehabilitation of and purchase of MEO 2,500 7,500 10,000
local roads and appropriate engineering
bridges equipment
212,74
Road Construction PEO/DPWH 212,744 329,638
4
Local access roads DILG/LGU 17,744 17,744
Barangay roads and
PEO/DPWH/MEO 89,000 89,000
bridges
Construction of Canal at
MEO 150 150
Parola

2019
2020
2024
2017
2018
2021
2022
2023
2025
2026
Total Total Total
Rehabilitation Upgrading/Rehabilitation/
of Provincial Improvement of Gulod- PEO 106,925 106,925 106,925 106,925 213,850 213,850
Roads Paraiso Provincial Road
Upgrading/Rehabilitation/ 932,750
Improvement of Brgy 3- 126,262. 126,262. 126,262. 126,262.
PEO 252,525 252,525
Bagong Silang Provincial 5 5 5 5
Road
Objective: Provide efficient service with improved facilities
Strategy: Improve transportation and communication infrastructures
Improvement Introduction of new
of telecommunication
communication products and services that MEO 216
facilities will meet changing market
demands
Installation of wifi zone in
MEO 48 24 24 24 32 32 32 48 72 96
public offices
Installation of telephone MEO,
and cable lines in rural Telecommunicatio
areas n Company
Transportation.
Operation of Heavy
Communicatio
Equipment, Roads and MEO 670 670 670
n and Utility
Highways maintained
Services
Objective: Provide adequate and potable water supply for domestic, commercial and industrial use.
Strategies: Establishment of Municipal Waterworks system
Establishment
of Municipal Potable water system PEO/MEO 50 50
Waterworks 12,550
system Water system construction PEO/MEO/DPWH 12,500 12,500
Municipal Operation of Heavy
water works Equipment, Roads and
services and Highways maintained,
operations Construction and repair of
deep well and shallow
MEO 1,240 1,240 1,240
wells (operated with ,
jetmatic/pitcher, and deep
well pump/ cylinder
constructed and repaired
in different barangays
Rehabilitation Construction or
of local water rehabilitation of local MEO 2,000 2,000 2,000
supply system government-owned

2019
2020
2024
2017
2018
2021
2022
2023
2025
2026
Total Total Total
potable water supply

system (Construct new
water supply system for
waterless communities)
Rehabilitation Repair and Maintenance
of wells and Construction of
MEO 100 100 100
Artesian wells, deep wells
and jetmatic pumps
1,771,55
Sub-total 499,447 43,396
1
TOTAL 2,314,394
Table 25. Major Development Programs for Social Support
Responsible
Program Projects/Activities Short- Medium Long
2018 term Term -term
2019
2020
2024
2025
2026
2017
2021
2022
2023
Total Total Total
SOCIAL SUPPORT
Goal: To provide social support infrastructure that will enhance the social services in the Municipality
Objective: To enhance health and sanitation services
Strategies: Construction of sanitary landfill
Construction of birthing home
Health Support Infrastructure Identify area that is suitable MEO 40,000 40,000 50,000
for construction of sanitary
landfill and actual
construction
Responsible
term Term -term
2018
2019
2020
2024
2025
2026
2017
2021
2022
2023
Total Total Total
Identification and acquisition

of land for birthing home and MEO 10,000 10,000
construction.
Construction or
Rehabilitation of Health
Rehabilitation of health centers Centers, Rural Health Units Mayor/RHU 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,200 4,200
or Hospitals, and purchase
of medical equipment
Objective: To provide housing units to poor/indigent families
Strategy: Construction of socialized housing
Socialized housing
Socialized Housing MEO, MPDC 50,000 50,000 50,000
construction
Objective: To provide education infrastructure support
Strategies: Construction of different school facilities in various of public elementary and high schools
Construction of additional public high schools
Education Support Infrastructure Completion of the Calatagan CHED, OPG,
Senior High School National Govt
Construction of perimeter
fence at Calatagan Senior MEO, DepEd
High School
Flood Control Projects in
Pacita Madrigal Warns
MEO, DepEd,
Elementary School and 250 250 500
MDRRMO, SB
Enrique Zobel Elementary
School
Construction of additional
classroom buildings at 6,000
Bucal, Carlosa, Hukay, MEO, DepEd
Talisay and Florencio
Firmante ES
Repair of classroom
buildings in the different
MEO, DepEd
elementary and secondary
schools
Completion of the
construction of covered
MEO, DepEd 500 500
court at Calatagan National
High School
Responsible
term Term -term
2018
2019
2020
2024
2025
2026
2017
2021
2022
2023
Total Total Total
Construction of perimeter
fence and relocation /
construction of stage at MEO, DepEd
Carretunan Elementary
School
Construction of health clinics
to 19 of the 22 elementary
MEO, DepEd
schools and 1 of the 2
secondary public schools
Construction of playground
in 13 of the 22 elementary
MEO, DepEd
schools and 1 of the 2
secondary public schools
Improvement of water
supply facilities in different MEO, DepEd 5,000 5,000
schools
Construction of 3 Junior
High Schools: Sambungan, MEO, DepEd
Real
Construction of 2 Senior
High Schools: Lucsuhin and MEO, DepEd
Sambungan
Sub-total 107,500 2,700 -
TOTAL 110,200
Table 26. Major Development Programs for Public Administration Support
Timeline Estimated Budgetary Requirements (in '000 PhP)
Responsibl
Program Projects/Activities Short-term Medium-Term Long-term Short-term Total
e Offices
Climate Climate Climate

MOO Capital Change Change Change
2019
2020
2025
2026
2017
2018
2021
2022
2023
2024
Total PS
E Outlay Adaptation Mitigation Typology
Expenditure Expenditure Code
Goal: Enhance the public service of the Municipal government
Objective: Increase the accessibility and enhance the facilities of the municipal government
Strategies: Relocation of municipal hall in strategic and bigger space
Identification of land
Establishment for acquisition
of New Land acquisition 50,000 50,000 20000 30000 150,000
Municipal Hall Construction of new
100,000 100,000 100000
municipal hall
150,00 20,0 130,00

Sub-total - - -
0 - 00 0
TOTAL 150,000
Table 27. Major Development Programs for Fiscal Management
Program Projects/Activities Responsible Offices Short- Medium Long-

term Term term
2020
2021
2022
2024
2025
2017
2018
2019
2023
2026
Total Total Total
FISCAL MANAGEMENT
Goal: Results-oriented, efficient and clean financial and resource management achieved
Objective: To increase locally‐sourced revenue level
Strategies: Improve revenue/income generation
Revenue Generation
IT
Computerized Tax
Department/Assessor'
Assessment, Tax mapping
s Office/Accounting 300 500 800
and Collection
Office/Treasurer's
Program
Office
Logistical Support to NGAS,

EProcurement, and other SB 100
Program
Review ordinances and/or 4,040
identify other possible
SB
sources of income aside
from IRA
SB/Assessor's
Reduce Internal revenue Office/Accounting
Allotment (IRA) dependency Office/Treasurer's
Office
Appraisal and Assessment 3,14
Municipal Assessor 3,140
of real property 1
Objective: To increase locally‐sourced revenue level
Strategy: Develop a plan of action for efficient public expenditure to reduce debts
Capital improvement Ensure coordination of
strategic planning, financial
Budget Office/MPDO 150 3,000 5,000
capacity and physical
development.
Evaluate capital, operating 17,050
budgets and competing Budget Office 150 3,000 5,000
demands for resources.
Close Monitoring of
SB/MPDO/Sectoral
Barangay Development 250 250 250
Offices
Projects
Accounting services 3,85
Financial Statement Accounting Office 3,855 3,855
5
Objective: To enhance the quality, timeliness and transparency of information of local
government financial conditions and program operations.
Program Projects/Activities Responsible Offices Short- Medium Long-

term Term term
2020
2021
2022
2024
2025
2017
2018
2019
2023
2026
Total Total Total
Strategy: Improve financial planning and management

Budget preparation Preparation and Production
and implementation SB/MPDO/Budget
of Annual Plan and Report 100 200 200
Office
documents
Introduce a finance software

tool to implement finance IT
management improvement Department/Budget's
processes (e.g. budget Office/Accounting 300 300 500
execution, and program Office/Treasurer's
budgeting). Office
Analyze the budget by

operating / capital structure
and report by function, 14,179
Budget Office 200 300 500 200 300 500
programmatic and
organization classifications
and economic classification
Formulate a budget
Budget Office 50 50 100 200 200 200 200 200
monitoring system
Involve the community in
budgeting by posting budget
SB/Budget Office 10 20 30 50 50 50 50 50
expenditures in website with
feedback mechanism
2,46 2,46
Treasury Operation Services 2,461 7,383
1 1
Budget Management 1,00 1,40
1,046 3,446
Services 0 0
Sub-total 20,124 7,300 11,700
TOTAL 39,124
Table 28. Major Development Programs for Organization and Management

Timeline
'000 PhP)

2018
2020
2022
2023
2024
2017
2019
2021
2025
2026
Total Total Total
ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT

Goal: Productivity and Developmental Capacity Increased
Objective: To increase number of competent employees
Strategies: Enhance recruiting system
Restructuring Program
Review the staffing pattern HR
Capacitate the Recruitment and 200

HR 100 100
Selection Board
Coordinate with PESO for advocacy
HR/PESO 100 100
of vacancies
Objective: To strengthen the capacity of all employees at all levels
Strategy: Improve human resource development program of the municipality
Capacity Development and
Enhancement Program Encourage participation to
Seminars/Talks/Forums/Consultativ HR 50 50 100 200
e Meetings
Conduct Training/Seminars for

Professionalization of Career HR/CSC 50 50 100 100 100 100 100 100 200 200 300 400
Government Officials
Provide Post-Graduate Scholarship

1,00
Program for Municipal Government HR 300 300 400 500 500 500 500 500 1,000 1,500 2,000
0
Employees and Officials
Provide short-term technical 41,025

courses project for municipal HR 100 200 200 100 300 400 300 300 400 500 800 1,000
officials and employees
Enhance LGU Capacity on Climate
Change Adaptation-Disaster Risk
5,00 5,00 5,00 1,00
Reduction HR/MDRRMO 300 300 400 500 500 1,000 15,000 2,000
0 0 0 0
Management and Disaster
Preparedness
Conduct of Team Building Activities HR 10 10 10 10 10 30 20 20 30 30 50 70
Conduct Study Visits and Best 1,00

HR/SB 500 800 500 800 1,000
Practice Learning Exchange 0

Timeline
'000 PhP)

2018
2020
2022
2023
2024
2017
2019
2021
2025
2026
Total Total Total
Develop a Local Governance

SB 100 100 150 350
Performance Management System
Provide Awards and incentives for

HR/SB 10 10 30 10 20 45 300 300 300 50 75 900
deserving employees
3,00 3,00 4,00
Health Benefits Program HR/SB 100 100 300 200 200 400 500 800 10,000
0 0 0
Personnel Management Personnel matters, Employees'
2,40 2,40
Records, TERMINAL LEAVE HRM 2,400 7,200 7,200
0 0
FUNDED
Objective: To enhance office internal processes and management system
Strategy: Invest in technology-based processes and systems
Improvement Centralization of Internet
of Internal IT Department 800 800
Connection
Administrativ
e Systems Computerization/Development of 20,00
IT Department 20,000
Web-Based Internal System 0
Office Automation Program IT Department 500 500

Hiring of IT Personnel HR 10 10
Simplification and Automation of
IT Department 500 500
Transaction-Based Services
Hire a legal counsel to protect

HR 500 25
municipality's interest
Create a Miniature/Floor Plan or 25,608

Scale model of the Municipal Hall HR 25 100
and the town of Calatagan
Strengthening of Local Governance

SB 250 250
Resource Center
Management and Administrative local

423 423
Services administrator
CBMS MPDC 3,000 3,000

Timeline
'000 PhP)

2018
2020
2022
2023
2024
2017
2019
2021
2025
2026
Total Total Total
Strategies: Improve internal services

Support to national agencies and
councils Dept. of Interior & Local Govt. 105 105
Regional Trial Court 120 120

1,330
Municipal Cooperative Development
105 105
Council
Calatagan Sports Development
1,000 1,000
Council
Civil registration services 2,673 2,673 2,940 3,180 8,793

17,37
Sub-total 37,338 19,325
0
TOTAL 74,033
Table 29. Major Development Programs for Development Administration and Transparency

2017
2019
2020
2022
2024
2026
2018
2021
2023
2025
Total Total Total
DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION AND TRANSPARENCY

Goal: People-centered, clean and efficient delivery of public goods and services achieved
Objective: Provide Fair administration of justice
Strategies: Disposal/ Resolution of 25 or more cases within the year
Ensuring Security, Public Order Conduct of weekly hearings
Office of Legal
and Safety until the case is resolved
Services
/decided
24,59
Ensure efficient inter/intra
Office of Legal 0
office operation and 10 20 20 10 10 30 10 15 25 50 50 50
Services
communication services
Legislative program 10,000 10,000 4,440 24,440
Objective: Implement effective and efficient public goods and services delivery system
Strategy: To streamline and provide 100 percent efficient and effective basic services to the people of Calatagan
Compliance to Transparency Implementation of Full
Seal SB 30 30 40 100
Disclosure Policy
Develop an operational 300
IT
website for posting of
Department/Budge 200 200
financial status per R.A. No.
t Office
10633
Anti-Graft and Red Tape Full implementation of Anti-
Eradication Program SB 100 100 300 500
Red Tape Law
Citizen Charter SB 100 100
Local Governance Watch SB 100 100 150 350 1,450
Business Permit
Streamlining Project
Assessor's Office 150 150 200 500
(computerized business
permitting/licensing)
Legislative Agenda Development Enforcement of Investment
SB 100 100 150 350
Incentives Ordinance
Create a team that will
monitor the implementation
SB 50 50 100
of ordinances and access its 700
effectiveness and success
Develop a recording system
that list all resolutions and SB 100 150 250
ordinance including archives
Planning, Monitoring and Preparation of plan and
evaluation services coordination with 2,686 2,686 2,686
departments

2017
2019
2020
2022
2024
2026
2018
2021
2023
2025
Total Total Total
Sub-total 29,626 50 50
TOTAL 29,726
Note: Columns highlighted in yellow are activities/projects that can be funded by other sources (National govt, grants, aids, etc.) and/or part of the regular activities/services of the LGU which need not
investment funding
Table 30. Major Development Programs for Public Participation

Short- Medium Long-

Short-term Medium-Term Long-term
term Term term
Responsible
Offices
Total
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2017
2026
Total Total Total
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Goal: Public participation increased
Objective: To encourage participation of community, civil organization, people organization and private sector in development planning and program implementation
Strategies: Develop advocacy strategies to increase voter's participation
Strengthen partnership and coordination with CSOs, PO, community and private sectors
Participatory Development Develop IEC materials to
increase participation to HR/SB 25 25 50 25 25 50 25 25 50 100 100 100
election
Encourage CSO involvement
in the municipal plans and SB/MPDO 50 100 100 250
programs
1,010
Municipal support to CSOs SB 250 250
CSOs Accreditation SB 10 10 30 20 20 20 20 20 30 50 60 70
Formation of Civil Society
Organizations Reference SB 50 50 100 200
Groups
Sub-total 850 160 170
TOTAL 1,180
CLUP and ZO Implementation Strategy/Arrangement

The zoning ordinance serves as the implementing tool for the land use plan. The proposed
programs and projects for Calatagan shall serve as a means of achieving its goals and vision.
Also, these shall be the inputs for the Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP), Executive
Legislative Agenda (ELA) and Annual Investment Program (AIP).
Institutional Mechanism
The institutions present in the locality shall be the spearheads in ensuring that the CLUP is
fully implemented. Responsible offices need to be strengthened and further capacitated to
attain optimum functionality. Aside from this, inter-agency activities and agreements to fully
implement institutional mechanism activities are highly encouraged. The offices that shall be
responsible for this are listed below:
 MPDO
 Office of the Municipal Engineer
 Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office
 MENRO
 MAO
To further strengthen the institutional capacity, special committees shall be formed and
established:
1. Rural Development Committee – this committee shall oversee the development of

the rural areas in the Municipality. They will ensure that delivery and access to
basic services can be attained.
2. Business and Investment Committee - the committee that will review, approve,
monitor and assist the establishment of local and foreign investments.
3. Citizen Participation Committee - this committee shall be responsible for

encouraging community participation and involvement of the people.
A group focusing on the implementation of zoning ordinances shall also be established. The
group shall be composed of:
 Municipal Zoning/Enforcement Office

 Local Zoning Review Committee
 Local Zoning Board of Appeals
 Barangay Zoning /Enforcement Office
Inter-LGU and Island Alliances
The Municipality of Calatagan is part of the Verde Island passage network where several
LGUs and islands are included. In order to assure effective co-management of the resources
within this network, an inter-LGU and Island alliance is crucial. This is to ensure that
resources for all of the LGUs involved are safeguarded and conserved.
Localization at the barangay or community level
The barangay units have the potential to contribute significant outputs to the development of
Calatagan. Thus, empowering the barangays of Calatagan needs to be capacitated in terms of
their ability to develop their own development plans. By doing so, the mobilization of the
barangays and steering them toward the development objectives and goals of the
Municipality can have enormous impact to the locality.
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Plan /Advocacy
Disseminating knowledge to the community is important in ensuring increase community

participation in the development of Calatagan. The MPDO shall be the primary office that
shall be responsible in spreading the knowledge about the Municipality’s CLUP and zoning
ordinances. These materials will contain current information on the existing land use,
proposed land use and the zoning ordinances that shall be implemented in the locality. Aside
from this, explanation as to the importance on following through the development strategies,
proposed land uses and zoning ordinances will also be presented. Lastly, the IEC materials
shall be distributed to the different offices of the Municipality.
Instruments for Land Use Implementation
Strategies to Concentrate Development in the Urban Area
a. Imposing port tariffs

 Development of payment schemes for municipal fish landing tariff
 Imposing of higher tax to business establishment within the port vicinity and
periphery
b. Investment on Infrastructural support

 Development and maintenance of critical infrastructure in the locality
 Strict implementation of laws pertaining to infrastructures in the locality
Strategies for the Development in the Rural Area
a. Road Network Development

 Development, maintenance and rehabilitation of farm to road networks in the
rural area to ensure access of rural areas to other parts of the locality.
 Development of road networks that will lead to the existing primary road
networks in the locality
b. Rural Poverty Alleviation

 Increase economic opportunities in the rural areas
 Promotion of agricultural growth
Strategies for Natural Resources Conservation
a. Implementation of zoning ordinance

 Promotion of the zoning ordinances and policies
 Establishment of zoning ordinance body
 Identification of zoning ordinance officers
b. Development of community based resources management

 Establishing a community-based resources group who will focus on the local
management of resources in the locality
 Formulation of related plans and actions for resources management
Strategies for Agricultural Development
a. Investment on new technologies and facilities
 Acquisition of new instruments and facilities to promote agricultural

development
 Promotion of innovative ways of farming and fishery production
Strategies for Industrial Development
a. Industrial core zones

 These zones shall be the areas where industrial activities shall be implemented
 Implementation of buffer and easements
 Improvement of the solid waste management
Monitoring, Review and Evaluation System

Monitoring, review and evaluation of plans and programs are necessary in ensuring
development goals and objectives are being met. Given the importance of these activities, a
system in which these three can be done should be efficient and effective in keeping track of
the actions undertaken. In order to ensure the adherence in conducting these activities, a
municipal monitoring team or oversight committee is necessary. This group shall ensure that
indeed the implementation of the CLUP are being met.
Municipal Monitoring Team or Oversight Committee
The Local Development Council (LDC) is mandated by virtue of the Local Government
Code in the preparation, monitoring, review, and evaluation of LGU plans. In this regard, a
Monitoring, Review, and Evaluation (MRE) body shall be formed and tasked with the
responsibility of overseeing the implementation of the CLUP and its ZO. The Municipal
Government shall be the one responsible in the identification of the group composition of the
MRE. However, the following are suggested to be the members of the said MRE body:
a. Lead Technical and Implementing Arm – MPDO and Local Zoning/Enforcement

Office, representative from the Committee on Land Use of the Sangguniang
Bayan, and Local Zoning Review Committee
b. Members: Local Sectoral Units/Department (e.g. MDRRMO, MENRO, Tourism,

Agriculture, Heritage/Cultural Committee)
CLUP MRE Systems and Procedures
In undertaking any MRE-related activities, it is crucial that current information, and situation
prior to the implementation of the CLUP and ZO be identified and documented. This is to
ensure that changes upon the implementation of CLUP and ZO shall be observable. The
baseline data, information, and the agreed outcome indicators of the Municipal Government
shall be utilized in the formulation an instrument for MRE activities. The sample MRE
matrix below can be utilized as a means of monitoring and evaluating the implementation of
CLUP and ZO of the municipality.
Table 31. Sample CLUP/ZO Results Monitoring and Evaluation Matrix

Plan Target Accomplishment
Desired CLUP Means of Unit/Offices

2015-2018
2019-2021
2022-2025
2015-2018
2019-2021
2022-2025
Outcome Indicator Baseline
Outcome Verification Responsible
A “Project Implementation Monitoring System” can be put into place in order to have a
comprehensive, efficient and effective means of monitoring programs and projects being
implemented. This shall also serve as a way of monitoring accomplishments, implementation
gaps and needs necessary in completing each program and project.
CLUP Monitoring Report Card
A CLUP report card is a mechanism utilized in tracking progress and/or accomplishments in

relation to achieving the development vision and goals. This shall ensure the transparency
and accountability of the Municipal Government to the people of Calatagan. The CLUP
report card is derived from the MRE Matrix. The CLUP Report card shall also be used in
monitoring land use changes in the locality through locational clearances approved, areas of
reclassified lands and exceptions. The MPDC in partnership with the TWG and other
stakeholders shall be responsible in facilitating this activity.
The local government may adopt a rating system that can clearly and effectively reflect the
status and progress of implementation. This rating system will also be used in monitoring
results of interventions in achieving the local government’s vision and goals. In order to
complement MRE and CLUP progress report card, surveys focusing on the perception and
satisfaction of local stakeholders can also be conducted. This shall be done preferably by a
third party in order to secure the objectivity and zero biases in conducting the surveys.
Results of this survey can be used in identifying areas for improvement and eliminating
unsatisfactory activities throughout the implementation of CLUP and ZO.

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GIS-based Comprehensive Land Use Plan & Zoning Ordinance of Calatagan, Batangas 2018-2027

The Comprehensive Land Use Plan of

Volume 1: The Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Hon. Peter Oliver M. Palacio, Local Chief Executive;

AIP Annual Investment Program

N Conserve and Protect the Ocean Foundation

WGS World Geodetic System

Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board Guidelines

Suitability and Capability of Lands Using GIS

Urbanizable Lands/Supply of Lands for Urban Use

BRIEF PROFILE OF CALATAGAN

Brief History of Calatagan

School-going Population Pre-school (3-6) Elementary (7-12)

Figure 1. Population Composition by School-Age, Working-Age,

Other Population Characteristics

Locales of Calatagan is predominantly composed of Tagalog. Tagalog is also used as a term

Population Projections and Estimates

Map 1. Location Map of Calatagan, Batangas in Philippine Map

Territorial Jurisdiction and Barangay Subdivision

Physical Features and Environmental Condition

Map 2. Baseline Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Map 3. Climate Map of Calalatagan, Batangas

Topography, Elevation, Slope, and Surface Drainage

Map 4. Topographic Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Map 6. Soil Type Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Soil Suitability and Land Capability

Map 7. Suitability Map for Agriculture Use in Calatagan, Batangas

Map 8. Suitability Map for Forest Use in Calatagan, Batangas

Map 11. Suitability Map for Sanitary Landfill in Calatagan, Batangas

Water resources and Coastal Marine Areas and Resources

Geological/Environmental Hazard Areas

Climate Change and Vulnerability

Map 12. Groundwater Potential Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Map 13. Flood Hazard Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Map 14. Landslide Hazard Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Existing Land Use

Table 1.Existing Land Use of Calatagan, Batangas

Urban Land Use

Table 2. Existing Urban Land Use of Calatagan, Batangas

Change in Land Use

Table 3. Land Use Change in Calatagan between 2001 and 2017

Existing Water Use

Areas specifically identified to be devoted to tourism comprise a total area of 3,276.96

Table 4. Existing Water Use of Calatagan, Batangas

Map 15. Existing General Land Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Map 16. Existing Urban Land Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Map 17. Existing Water Use Map of Calatagan, Batangas

Commerce and Trade

Commercial establishments in Calatagan cover an estimated land area of 39.20 hectares.

Infrastructure, Facilities, Utilities and Services

As per Calatagan Municipal Office, there is an on-going Calatagan-Tilik (Lubang) Ports

Cooperative (BATELEC) 1 is the main power supplier of the Municipality. According to

Municipal waterworks system is currently being constructed in Calatagan. As of now, only a

Information and Communication Technology

Development Constraints: Priority Issues and Concerns

1. Vulnerability to Climate-related Hazards

2. Insufficiency in Education, Health and Social Services

3. Cost of input production

towards fully achieving a developed industrial and agricultural sector. Creating an

4. Need for a Stronger Institutionalization of Sustainable Eco-tourism

5. Need to Improve and Realize Potential of Commercial Fisheries

6. Limited access to water services

7. Transportation Infrastructure Challenges