SIBALE MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Prepared For

Mayor Limuel Cipriano

and the

Municipal Government of Sibale, Romblon

Visit us at www.sibale.com

By

Jose F. Rafols, PE
Licensed Professional Industrial Engineer
Riverside, California

First Release: SEPTEMBER 11, 2008

Updated: SEPTEMBER 15, 2010
WHERE IS SIBALE ISLAND?
AERIAL VIEW OF THE ISLAND
 CONTENTS
Vision and Mission Statement ………… …… 1
Management ………………………….…… ….. 2
Utilities ………………………………… ………….3
Infrastructures …………………………………… 4
Environment ………………………………….….. 5
Museum, Parks & Recreation ………… ………. 6
Telecommunications …………………… ….……7
Transportations …………………………… ……. 8
Cooperatives ……………………… ……………. 10
Health and Social Services ………… …………. 11
Tourisms …………………………………………. 12
Educational Services …………………………… 13
Banking, Investment and Finance …………….. 14
Youth Development and Leadership …….……. 15
Sport Development …………………….……….. 16
Cottage Industries ………………………………. 17
Literacy and Senior Activities ………… ……... 18
Peace and Order ……………………… ……… 19
Summary …………………………………………. 20
Conclusion ……………………………………….. 21
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 VISION &
MISSION STEMENT

VISION

Become self-reliance and the model in municipal governance.

MISSION STATEMENT

To provide community services to the municipality of Sibale sincerely and free of partisan
politics, establish formation centers to train town and barrio leaders for the greatest
usefulness in the causes of humanity, freedom, and dignity of the individual, to provide
recognition for a high standard of accomplishment among citizens of Sibale: to promote and
encourage youth participation in the development of the town of Sibale by conducting
leadership conferences and workshops; and to engender certain desirable qualities of
personality, intellect, and character among its population. Excellence among its council
members and relationships will be nurtured, opportunity for leadership training will be
provided and relationships for the betterment of Sibale will be fostered. In the conduct of
our services, truth shall be our quest, diligence our staff, and world class community
services our purpose.

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 Organizational
Chart
Prepares budgets, controls
Approves ordinances, FINANCE revenue receipts,and
Rules & policies
accounting
MUNICIPAL
MAYOR
COUNCIL Cleanliness and sanitation
SANITATION maintenance
Promulgate ordinances,
Policies and procedures
Develop sources of revenue
MUNICIPAL From sales taxes, use tax,
TAXATION
MANAGER Etc.
Hired by the Mayor to
Implement projects Network devices,
Initiated & approved by SYSTEMS phones , website development
the Mayor & The municipal DEVELOPMENT Information processing, and
council. Manage functional technology
groups.
Design, build & maintain
ENGINEERING Facilities. Bids & Evaluation.
Initiate construction projects.

Operations auditing for

AUDIT operations compliance

Plans and initiation tourism

TOURISM projects
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FUNCTION OF THE MAYOR

APPOINTS MUNICIPAL DEPARTMENT HEADS.

ENACTS ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND ORDERS.

PROPOSES ANNUAL BUDGET

APPROVES FINANCING OF MUNICIPALITY OPERATIONS.

AUTHORIZES CONTRACTS ON BEHALF OF THE MUNICIPALITY.

MUNICIPAL MANAGER

The governance of the the municipality of Sibale cannot be handled totally by the
Office of the Mayor. To effectively manage and control the activities of the various
offices,
a Municipal Manager is suggested to be added to the staff of the Office of the Mayor to
assist the Mayor and the Municipal Council in the management activities. The presence
of a Municipal Manager will untie the mayor of some of the day to day activities that are
not essential for his control. Hiring and termination of the Municipal Manager is subject to
approval by the Municipal Council.
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EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
Normally members of the executive Council are the heads of the departments such as the
Municipal Manager, Chief of Police, Health Services Director, Water Services Manager, Power
Services Manager, Information Technology Manager, Finance Services Manager, Budget Officer,
Facilities and Industrial Engineering Manager, etc.

COUNCIL OF ADVISERS
Expert advice can come in many ways to supplement the effective management of the
municipality.
These advice can be sought from the creation of the following;

Council Of Elders – this constitute surviving elected Mayors of the municipality of Concepcion

Engineering Advisers – consisting of all kinds of engineering Discipline, .Other Advisers – as

approved by the Municipal Council
URBAN PLANNER
Sibale management should start using the services of an Urban Planner. The Urban Planner
make
plans on the proper locations of the various services provided by the municipality. It determines
where the roads are to be built, buildings to be constructed, etc.
Ray Famarin who works at the City of Paranaque can be a resource person.
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 Water
Distribution SYSTEM

Eminent domain may be required for the expansion of roads and services. Roads should be properly marked
and location of service facilities properly identified. By having a layout of the town proper improvements in all
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ETHICS TRAINING

All public employees and elected officials performing community service should be
required to attend ETHICS training sponsored by the Municipal Government Training
Department. It should be a mandatory requirement for employment.

Trainers can be sought from the provincial government or national government if no

local trainier is available

RETIREES ARE PRECIOUS RESOURCE

Retirees are precious resource in many aspect of the community development. We have
retired engineers, teachers, agriculturist, surveyors, police officers, medical practitioners,
fisherman, computer technicians, sanitation workers, etc. By bringing them to volunteer
their expertise like in adult education, urban planning, cottage industries training,
computer training, school off hours activities, senior activities, etc. all of them
contributing their knowledge will assist our officials towards the growth and prosperity of
our beloved island Sibale.

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VOLUNTEER PROJECT COORDINATOR

There are many projects that need to be accomplished, either infrastructure or social
projects
that can be channeled through community volunteer program. We have many civic, religious
and
social organizations operating in the municipality.

Not only organizations but individuals who have the willingness to donate their time, talent
and treasures for the development of the municipality. It is just a matter of resourcefulness and
dedication to search and place in a data base so that whenthe need arise they are available to
put into action. Volunteerism can come in many forms.
HERE’S A VOLUNTEER

There are many projects that need to be accomplished, either infrastructure or social
projects
that can be channeled through community volunteer program. We have many civic, religious
and
social organizations operating in the municipality.

Not only organizations but individuals who have the willingness to donate their time, talent
and treasures for the development of the municipality. It is just a matter of resourcefulness and
dedication to search and place in a data base so that when the need arise they are available to
put into action. Volunteerism can come in many forms.
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TRANSPORTATION

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SCHEDULE TOWN MEETINGS

Town meetings should be scheduled on a regular basis to update the people on the progress
of various development in the island either political or social. This town meetings are followed up
with Barangay meetings also on a regular basis.

The gathering of people on regular basis establish trust and harmonious relationship among
each people. The town people should be educated also on the proper use of the environment,
health and safety.

Education of the population is a continuous task of the municipal government. People should
be aware that disposing human waste in the shores of th island is unhealthful. Bacteria that
contaminate the waters and therefore contaminate the living matters. And it goes to humans
when consumed by them.

Resident should be updated on the what is happening in the community, projects and its
services being provided as well as how people can contribute to the progress of the community.
It is a bipartisan efforts and every citizens concerns.

Continuous education is essential in educating residents of the expanding discovery of

modern
technology and processes.

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 Water
Distribution SYSTEM

Barangay Hall built in every barangay’s to conduct town hall meetings and other official
Business..
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EXERCISE EMINENT DOMAIN

Infrastructures development such as roads and facilities for public use are
subject to imposition of eminent domain. Its application can not be challenge in
the court of law. When eminent domain is applied to certain private that
subject private property will be compensated properly according to existing
fair value.

The subject of eminent domain should be one of the subject to be taken during
town or barangay meetings for people to understand the impact of eminent
domain on certain circumstances. By doing so it will avoid future legal battles
or lawsuits.

It is very important that the local residents should understand about eminent
domain.

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GOVERNMENT OWNED PROPERTY

The municipal government owned considerable amount of property in the island either by
acquisition or as provided by law.

By acquisition, these are properties where the municipal building were built together with service
facilities. This includes land and buildings where the principal facilities are located. Others are
land acquired that are needed to build roads and bridges.

By law, the mountains and the coastal areas are government owned properties. Under law it has
a
point of measurement and can be figured out by government geodetic engineers. The exemption
are ancestral lands that are governed by traditions and were sold by previous government
authorities to private resident. Those residents occupying space in the coastal areas should be
paying leases if not titled or property tax if titled.

The three miles away from the sea shore, the navigation and the harvest of living matters are
under the control of the government. The government can impose ordinances in the use of the
sea
surrounding the island.

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 COTTAGE
INDUSTRIES
INCLUDE AN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER IN THE STAFF

An industrial engineer is a well rounded professional who performs a variety in productivity

and facilities improvement task such as:

4. Develop facilities layout and improvement of the various offices and service areas for
optimum process flow thereby providing efficient services to the community of the
various department.
5. Develop energy plans to conserve the proper use of energy.
6. Develop Master plans for the efficient use of building and government owned buildings
7. Develop work layouts and ergonomics assessments so employees can have a
comfortable working environment.
8. Prepare project feasibility studies for submission to banks and financial institutions for
income generating projects that the government is planning to implement.
9. Prepare documentations required to various national departments requesting for funding
of government provided services.
10. Prepare economic equipment justification for budgeted capital projects.
11. Conduct space planning for the efficient use of building space and proper allocation or
assignment to other facilities that are essential for execution such as a space for a
library, museum, etc.
12. Develop other plans for the reduction of cost and effectively enhancing services for the
will of the resident.

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 LAYOUT OF THE LOBBY AREA AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING

OFFICES

OFFICES 4

1 2

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LOBBY

1-Displays of products produced in Sibale 2, Souvenir displays about places of interest at Sibale
3- chairs for visitors 4- Receptionist (handles information inquiries on products, schedule of trips,
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A reminder poster should be posted in designated places to remind
resident of their responsibilities and obligations for the development
of the community.
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RECOGNITION OF ACHIEVEMENT

Sibale have produced many professionals, from midwifes, engineers, doctors, journalist, soldiers,
accountants, technologists, agriculturists, and many others but does the community have ever
acknowledged them and been recognized.

In one comment in the Sibale Forum somebody commented that those who expressed their
accomplishment are proud people. It should be thought this way. Once achievement in life like having
a house of its own through hard work is one cause for celebration, to finish a college education is
another way, to finish graduate studies is more to celebrate also. One who become a champion in
sports is another cause for celebration or helping someone out of danger is another thing.

Therefore this kind of action and accomplishment should be engraved in the annals of history.
When someone in the community graduated college or top the government licensure or board
examination should be given recognition by the community through the initiative of the municipal
government.

It is suggested than those who have major achievement be engravedin a plaque and posted
in the walls of the Library, Museum or Municipal Building. A certain space in the Municipal Building
be
assigned to house the pictures and names of people that have made history and name for Sibale.
This way visitors and future generations of Sibalenhons will learn of the people that resides and
govern the island.
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Leadership conferences will enhance the leadership qualities of government officials and officers
of the various organizations.
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SIBALE NEWSLETTER

One of the media for desiminating information to the public is a Newsletter. People are thirsty for
news about what’s going in the island in terms of business, politics, society and many interesting
subjects that needs to be explored.

As I have mentioned numerous times in this Plan, continuous education of the public is essential
for community growth.

We have many Sibalenhons who are good writers and one of them is Nicon Fameronag. There are
more among ourselves that can contribute articles and insights about the island and how progress
can be achieved.

The Newsletter can be published monthly depending on the budget. Sources of funds can come
from Ads of local businesses. This is also one way of bringing their products to the attention of the
public.

It all depends on the officials of the municipal to proceed with this projec as it will entail some
planning, selection of who will staff the editorial board and where the office will be. Aside from this is
how printing will be done.

In the end the Newsletter is one medium as information provider to the public and awareness
about the islands situation will be enhanced.

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“INTO THE PROCESS OF CONVERSION”

The progress in community development will depend on the attitude and acceptance of the people in
Sibale. As we adapt to the changes brought by advancement in modern technology it isapparent that
people changes in the way of managing their lives.
Conversion is an event that result in transformation. Transformation is an act of changing one’s use,
function or purpose to another. The act of changing one’s attitude is another form of transformation or
conversion. Everyone is given the opportunity to transform and is responsible to what a person believes
and to its action.
There are may ways to transform, like jealousy to cooperation, negative to positive thinkers or vice
versa, individualism to a team player, introvert personality to extrovert, partisanship to impartiality,
reserve to vocal advocate, individualism to volunteerism, and many more transformation occurrences in
our daily lives.
But the thing that we should be concerned is transformation to an attitude that will bring cooperation
and active participation in the many endeavors of community development. Let us be an instrument to
see that our beloved Sibale is economically independent and self reliant and a model for duplication by
other community.
The Sibale Newsletter, town hall meetings or other form of assemblies can be a place to educate
local resident on the transformation process. As mentioned many times in this Plan, continuing
education of local residents is important in understanding the many programs of the municipal
government.

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Water Distribution Upgrades

Kali ay inggwa gihapon it pending bill sa congress para sa patubi it
Sibale. again sa poblacion kailangan nato ka as-built drawing. I wish the
Municipal Engineer can request these drawings thru the Provincial
Engineering Office of Romblon kung inggwa pati tong sa naunang ruha sa
itaas. otherwise, magpahuman sida para inggwa kita it basihan sa ato
dapat ahumanon. Or a draft letter to the Mayor be prepared by group of
Mechanical or Sanitary Engineers from Sibale pushing the office of the
Mayor to follow-up. I know this need a lot of studies, peru dapat ay
tunaan ney nato ngasing. who knows this might come into reality so soon
or even at a longer period. Do we need deep wells, big reservoir,
pumps, etc.? further, i knew buko nato trabaho kali, peru kung puede
yang ay ramay-ramay kita adong pag kita ay nabakasyon sa Sibale ay kita
ay mapapahidom ag napapahinghing pa it salamat sa sibale web forum
ag sibale def. Sibale DEF can do the help? –Flos Famarin 9-10-2007

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 Water
DAMS

There is a waterfall in Monte that we use to take a bath when we were young
possibly it should be explored in building a dam for water distribution. 4-2
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Distribution SYSTEM

An open canal diverting the path of water distribution from the dam to
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 UTILITIES

Explore Water Falls Around Sibale

Given emphasis on the water needs of Sibale an exploration team should be organized to take
inventory of water falls. These are untapped resources for water that are required for daily
subsistence and for the irrigation needs of vegetation. These water falls can support the agricultural
needs by rerouting flow of water to a populated area and then reroute back to the main path of the
water flow. Below is an illustration:
WATER FALLS

GROWN CROPS

GROWN CROPS
REROUTED CANAL

ORIGINAL WATER PATH

REROUTED CANAL

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RAIN WATER COLLECTION FOR HOUSEHOLD USE

Nature provides us water through the rain. Homes should explore collecting rain water for their own
consumption. This can be done by installing gutters in the roof and piped to the collector in the form
of tank or concrete tank.

RAIN

WATER FLOW

GUTTER

WATER FLOW

PUMP WATER FOR HOUSEHOLD USE

UNDERGROUND CONTAINER

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A FISHPOND ON THE “SAPA” WAY

As there are a number of spring water streams called “sapa” locally, another opportunity is to build
fish ponds on the path as shown below of swimming areas.

Sapa path should be cleared of any debris or any dried branches that blocked the flow of water. As
part of the beautification projec of each Barangay, sapa should be planted with trees and removed
dried trees,

SPA FLOW

FEEDER CANAL

FISH POND
ORIGINAL WATER PATH

RET CANAL
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WATER DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEM

IRRIGATION

The water canals built will support the farmers in the irrigation of their farms thereby increasing
yield of their harvest. More crops will be produced for local consumption.

Again for the surplus crops it can be processed to products than can be preserved, cnned or
bottled for wholesale or retail distribution, thus providing additional income to local resident.

POWER LINES

The grids of power lines should be extended to support the barrios electrical needs. Population
growth will be diversified rather than people concentrating the places where utilities are
accessible.

Power lines can buried to avoid damage from typhoons or strong winds but if not feasible grid
lines above ground is always an available option.

The expansion of power and water services should always in the strategic plans of the
municipality.

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ELECTRIC
POWER

Electric Power Upgrades

Kailangan nato ka as-built drawing to identify kung hariin kag mga dapat
kumpunihon, apang islan ag apakanduon. natural kag generating
machine dapat islan. peru dapat ay ruha ka source, usa sa banwa ag usa
sa bakhawan. Action: A group of Electrical Engineers from Sibale
working in the Philippines will draft a letter address to the Mayor
enumerating suggestions on how to enhance power generation and
improving the distribution system. Approximate cost must be established
and when it is necessary to be completed. then the Mayor must either
forward such request to the National Power Corporation or the National
Electrification Administration for their action. If thru a law, then pass it
on the office of the Representative of Romblon, Hon. Budoy Madrona. I
wish Sibale DEF can do something on this-–Flos Famarin 9-10-2007

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 Electric
Power System

Redesign power distribution systems to accommodate residents of Sibale

with minimum interruptions.
The installation of solar cells on top of the building will increase the capacity of
Electrical energy.
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Operations
TREATING THEM AS INDEPENDENT SERVICE OPERATIONS

The following Service Departments should function as independent departments with its own
ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE responsible for the effective operations.

1. Electrical Power Services (can be a corporation as semi-private,

that is 50% government owned – 50% public)

2. Water Services (as a separate unit that will plan and implement
continuous improvements.

These departments should have its own functional groups that develop facility plan, budgeting,
collection, etc. These Department Heads or General Managers reports to the Municipal Council
for accountability.

USING BIODIESEL TO POWER PLANT

The use of biodiesel as fuel for power plants sjpi;d be encouraged. Its use can saved the
municipal
government energy cost as this item is much cheaper than imported gas or oil. Aside from that it
is
good to the environment. It is also recommended that motor boats use biodiesel in their operation.

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Circumferential Road Expansion

An as-built drawing must be established to identify kung hariin kag
makipot, kag dapat yaparan, kag dapat pakandu-on adong indi magpanas
pag nauyan, ag iba pa. Let us address this project to our brothers who
are Civil Engineers from Sibale. A letter must be prepared and sent to
the office of the Mayor to have action on this project by making follow-
up on the House Bill pending in Congress regarding this project. Perhaps
this is already in the office of the Department of Public works for
investigation and budgetary purposes. We need to push on this thru the
office of the Mayor to the office of the Congressman so the bill can be
deliberated, discussed and approved. Again let us help by
recommending what is the approximate cost para pag nag budget sinra
sa Congress ay inra maiiba. Again i toss this subject to Sibale DEF. –Flos
Famarin 9-10-2007

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Circumferential Road Expansion showing segments in construction. 5-2

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Coastal Road connecting Barrios. Mobility of goods and people are essential factors of
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The road should look like this when completed with overflow road for tourist stops. It
should be designed 40 ft. wide, 2 lanes asphalt paved or concrete.. 5-3
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ONE SUGGESTION

Further, the volume of vehicles will determine the design of roads whether
one-way traffic or two-way traffic road.

For one way traffic, we can design 5.0 Meter Right of Way (ROW) with at
least 3.0 meter carriage/drive way and 1.0 meter planting strip each side. A
provision of rotunda for every non-passing sight distance will be required for
manuever and counter flow. Budgetary Cost at P4,000.00 / lm road.

For two-lane traffic, ROW should be 8.0m at P6,500 / lm road.

Should we really push for it, my suggestion is to request(borrow) bulldozer

from the regional DPWH office or we can invest on a second hand dozer with
ripper.

By: Rogel 9/13/2007

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THE BAYANIHAN SPIRIT

In order to accomplish this big task of building the circumferential road is to avail of the
volunteer help from people in the various barangays.

The segments of the circumferential road is divided into: Segment 1- Poblacion to

Calabasahan; Segment 2 - Calabasahan to Sampong; Segment 3 - Sampong to
Bakhawan; Segment 4 - Bakhawan to Masudsud; Segment 5 - Masudsud to San
Vicente; and Segment 6 - San Vicente to Poblacion.,

Each barangay should have a project leader or coordinator who will monitor the
construction works. At the end of each segment a monument will be built to honor
those people who put time and treasure. The names are engraved in the monument
that will served as a testimonial of the people who sacrificed to complete this project.

The municipal government in its support will furnish all the construction materials
required for this project.

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PIER EXTENSION

Pier extension is required if we want to accommodate large ships to

dock in Sibale. This extension will support the transportation needs
of our citizen who travel from Manila and going through multiple
transfers to reach Sibale. Aside from this it will be advantageous to
our products and goods to be shipped to other potential businesses
and not to be reliant only in Pinamalayan. More so it will encourage
more tourism to the island.

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NEW PIER EXTENSION

Redesign pier to extend to a certain depth to accommodate ships to dock.

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ENVIRONMENT

Planting Trees
Buko naku sigurado kung niong opisina de gobeyerno ka naghuhudot it
kali. ka ako yang pangamuyo sa atong tanan, magtanom kita sa mga
lugar nak ing e-estaran it tubi tuyar it kag ato nababan-awan it kag kita
ay mga musmus pa. Halimbawa yang ay tinigban pa amantaw. o di kaya
ay tinago pa binaruto ag pa hamtik. again talahurong Municipal Engineer
we need an as-built drawing of sibale na makikita nato tanang mga sapa
it Sibale. riin nato nabay-a kaling mga puno? buligi ninro ako sa paghula
kung riin ngani. Inggwa baga it environmentalist or agriculturist nak taga
Sibale puede siguro sidang makabulig. kali ay ideya yang naku. Tan-a
Sibale DEF mag home work para reli, buko man ninra trabaho, pinakang
bulig yang. –Flos Famarin 9-10-2007

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NEW PIER EXTENSION

UNFILLED AREA OF THE SEAWALL DEVELOPED INTO A MINI-PARK WITH BAMBOO BENCHES AND
COCONUT TREES. HARVEST FROM THESE TREES CAN BE PROCESSED INTO COPRA AND ARE ADDED
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ECOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
Taking care of the environment of Sibale Island is the responisibility of
every citizen. It is therefore necessary that an Ecology Program
Development be presented to the population.

1. Recycling – this maybe ongoing but need to explore on recycling

plastic bottles, newspaper, etc.

2. Dumping Sites – a designated place to dump garbage should be

assigned. Disposal of waste anywhere should be prohibited to
maintain cleanliness and maintenance of habitat in sea and land.

3. Public toilet facilities – should be kept clean and well maintained.

Citizen should be educated to properly use public toilet. The use of
salt water for cleanup should be encourage to save fresh water.

5. Toilet in every home – As much as possible every house should have

its own toilet and shower facilities.
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MORE ON DUMPING SITES

Discipline among citizens of Sibale is required to protect the environment

like dumping of garbage. Garbage should be placed in municipality
approved containers and picked up by Sanitation workers on scheduled
basis.

Garbage disposal containers are placed in designated places and are

made of materials that are thief proof or can not be sold.

No garbage should be dumped on the sea or beaches or in any public

areas. A central dumping site will be assigned and developed by the
municipal government. The dumpsite can be equipped with encinerator to
burn the garbage materials.

Another options for the isposition of garbage is to have every households

build its encinerator through which their garbage are burned.

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THE USE OF SALT WATER

Water from the sea can be used in cleaning public toilets and other
public facilities. These will conserve in the use of water for household use.
Toilets in private homes can also use sea water for cleaning and flushing.
The toilets should have toilet bowl made of heavy plastic. Saline pumps
for pumping salt water are available. PVC pipes are suitable for running
salt water as they are non-corrosive.

THE USE OF GAS

The use of gas to run motorcycles is bad to the environment. This

emission generates gaseous elements that are harmful to the health of
residents of the island. The use of gas should be discouraged. Use of
electric powered vehicle should be encouraged.

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HAZARDOUS WASTE

As tecnology advances many of the local residents are getting access to electronic equipment
like cell phones, televisions, radio, computers, i-pods, etc. Most uses batteries that are drained
out of use and need to be disposed.

Local officials should pass an ordinance urging residents to properly dispose of non-working
cell phones and other electronic gadgets. These equipment when dispose in andfills and water
emits harmful toxins that is also detrimental to the health of the community.

Old cell phones can be crashed into scrap metal which can be sold to scrap dealers.
Ordinances to be passed states that it is illegal to throw electronic gadgets in the gaebage and
into the sea.

Throwing these electronic gadgets to the sea will emit toxins which can be transferred to sea
living creatures and when consumec by humans becomes detrimental to their health. Proper
disposal is a good policy.

Heavy metals found in circuit boards of electronic equipment contains arsenic, lead and
mercury. Residents should be concerned that these chemicals can be released into the air,
groundwater and sea if trashed into lands and sea. Certain awareness of the impact of these toxic
waste should be included in townhall meetings.

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Backyard Poison - Garbage Burning

'Backyard burning' of common household trash and garbage emits substantial amounts of poisons
and toxins into our environment. The smoke is a known health and environmental hazard. EPA
emission tests show one burn barrel emits up to 80 times more pollution and up to 11 times the
dioxin per pound of garbage burned than a municipal waste incinerator that serves tens of
thousands of homes. Residential trash burning is now the nation’s largest source of dioxin
emissions.
You can help keep poison out of our air, food, water and soil by finding cleaner waste disposal
options.

State rules prohibit burning items that can be locally recycled. Common household trash such as
synthetics, plastics, metals, and packaging release potent chemicals when burned. Even common
paper products such as junk mail, cardboard, newsprint, and magazines contain chemical dyes,
coatings, pigments and chlorine.

Emissions include particulate matter, carbon monoxide, acids and toxins such as vinyl chloride,
heavy metals, dioxins and furans to name a few. Inhalation may cause immediate irritation or
asthmatic attack. Exposure increases the long-term health risks for respiratory problems, cancers,
birth defects, developmental abnormalities and other serious health problems for burners and
persons downwind. These may occur many years after exposure.

An ordinance against backyard garbage burning should be enacted to avoid exposure of chemicals
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MUSEUM, PARKS &
RECREATION

HISTORICAL SITES DEVELOPMENT

Our island is reach in natural resources. While there are many untapped areas
that are potential places for our citizen to enjoy the natural beauty it is
essential to develop and maintain its existence.

1. Tinigban Falls – see next page.

3. Grotto And Way Of The Cross – see next page

5. Old houses – explore the potential of historic old houses and aplly eminent
domain in the acquisition of these property. These are historical
significance that should be emboldened in the history of Sibale.

7. Natural Rocks and Quarry – explore natural rocks and quarry, place signs
and its scientific significance for tourist information.

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 Tinigban
Falls

Restored to its original beauty it will look similar to this with gardens and parks around it. Tinigban falls
with cooled running water is located in Suyor, northern section of the town of Concepcion in Sibale
Island. A Spaniard who chosen to stay in the island constructed a palatial house near this place and where
the Spaniard uses to take a bath. The front wall was chiseled and a life size mirror was placed so the
owner could see himself while taking a bath. This falls used to be the source of spring drinking water and
women wash clothes on the side.
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 Grotto &
Way Of The Cross

The big rock below the Sibale Academy use to house a multitude of images of the Virgin Mary during the
Spanish Times. Restoration of this site into a pilgrim place will provide a place to celebrate Holy Week,
serene place for relaxation and for families to enjoy. It can become a pilgrim site.
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS

ENHANCED WI-FI CAPABILITY

An enhanced WI-FI capability in the island should be another given priority so

thatmore people in the island can connect globally. The municipal government
should be in the forefront by establishing a computer café. This can be done by
maximizing utilization of existing computing equipment after office hours by
designating one area in the municipal building for this purpose. Charges for the
use of the computing equipment is added revenue to the municipal government.

SATELLITE CONNECTIONS

Television and cell phones get their signals from satellites that are orbiting
around the earth. Ordinary electronic signals cannot penetrate in other areas
because of obstructions brought by mountains and other high terrains. A ground
support facility is required to get access to this satellite inorder to get more
channels and improve receptions.

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TRANSPORTATION

A BOAT DOCKING TERMINAL IN PINAMALAYAN

Travel to Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro from Manila is now possible by car.

Therefore it is essential that those SIBALENHONS, TOURISTS AND VISITORS
who wants to visit Sibale can make travel comfortable. A terminal should be
established so that those traveling by car can have a facility to park their cars
while they are in Sibale. Also, the Ambulance that is parked somewhere can be
parked in the terminal and can be accessible in case of emergency. This terminal
is the gateway to Sibale. A place to wait if they missed boat trips to Sibale
because of weather conditions. Funds for construction can come from the
mergers of various boat owners and can be a partnership with the Municipal
Government of Pinamalayan. Passengers will be required to obtain a ticket when
boarding a boat. Boat operators should post schedule of trips. With the
convenience in travel more visits by relatives and friends to Sibale is expected to
increase. Trade between the island of Sibale and Mindoro will flourish. The next
page shows the Proposed Boat Docking Terminal.

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TRANSPORTATION

Gateway To Sibale

BOAT DOCKING TERMINAL

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 A boat docking terminal with lodging and amenities of a resort. This will support the tourism industry
of Pinamalayan by providing this facilities. This can be a venue for business meetings and conferences
while serving as the gateway to Sibale..
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TRANSPORTATION

BOAT SCHEDULING

The boat that was recently acquired can be equipped for multiple uses with
sound systems and used for touring the island. A tour guide should be trained
in order to pinpoint the significant areas of interest as they move around the
island. Not only for potential tourist but for local people who would be interested
in touring the island.

MAKE TRAVELING TIME OF 30 MINUTES AS A GOAL

The average time to travel to Sibale by pumpboat is one to three hours

depending on the motor speed. As more Sibalenhons migrated to different
places in the world, these Sibalenhons have their roots and desire to come
back and visit Sibale. One obstacle is the facilities supporting this movement of
people from Pinamalayan to Sibale. Comfortability and convenience in
transportation will motivate people to return to their roots every year. It is also
suggested to have boats comfortable seats and protection from water.

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TRANSPORTATION

COMMUTER BOAT

Convenience in sea transportation is essential in the development of the island. More

people will travel in a speedy boat that will take one hour of travel from Pinamalayan
to Sibale. It will also encourage our kababayan from Manila and other places to take
vacation in their hometown because of availability of sea transportation.

Commuter boats will be use for people transportation only. It is to be equipped with
air conditioning and enclosed to be free from wetting. It should be one of the goal of
the island governance to provide this kind of transportation to its people.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

All water transportation plying from and to the island should be equipped with safety
equipment in the event of an accident or a disaster. One of them is the
communication equipment and rescue type of equipment.

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 TRANSPORTATION

A sample air conditioned commuter boat that plies between Sibale and Pinamalayan
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One of the many boats plying Pinamalayan and Sibale.

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TRANSPORTATION

TRAVEL CONNECTION

Arrangement should be made with Bus Companies in Pinamalayan to have access

on boat scheduling to Sibale. A schedule of departures and arrivals should be posted
in the Bus Terminal. Contact person should be available in Pinama;ayan if someone
in Manila is asking for travel information to Sibale.

Sibale should also have a contact person and phone number to get information for
avaliability of transportation if no schedule is available. The Bus company can direct
travelers to local lodging or hotels in the event that no schedule of trips is
immediately available.

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 UTILITIES

VEHICLE DONATED BY MAKATI TO SIBALE

Below is the picture of the vehicle donated by the Makati Government to Sibale. In what way can
this vehicle be put into use in Sibale? 1. There is no road in Sibale that will accommodate this
vehicle. 2. It will be sitting somewhere collecting dust. 3. There are many options to utilize this
vehicle to generate revenue to the municipal government:

Proposals:
2. Create a transportation service from
Manila to Pinamalayan that will utilize this vehicle
with connecting trip to Sibale ( Previously there
was a boat donated to Sibale by the Provincial
Government of Rombloncan be modified that will
serve the needs of Sibalenhon) The Municipal
Government will dictate fares to be charged.

5. Or send it to Pinamalayan for use in the daily

commute within the desired boundaries. Funds
generated goes to the Municipal government.

3. The municipal government should start investing

to support local projects.

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Cooperatives

ECONOMIC PROFILE

Concepcion is an unspolied island paradise now open for

investments in eco-tourism and resource-based industries. At
present, about 98% of the island is agricultural, with most areas
planted with coconuts, the town's principal product. Coconuts are
harvested every quarter of the year, producing approximately one
metric ton of copra per hectare. Aside from copra, bananas and
other fruits are sold in the markets of neighboring islands and in
the nearby province of Oriental Mindoro. Livestock raising - cattle,
carabaos, hogs and goats - is a secondary source of income for
the residents. Fishing is a year-round activity

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Cooperatives

COOPERATIVES

The concept of Cooperatives should not be overlooked. In all kinds

of business sound management is always the source of successful
operations. Again, the municipal government should be in the
forefront in organizing cooperatives and to encourages producers
to participate. There are many products that can be developed in
Sibale and potential for exports. Someone have to organize them
to form a profitable operation. Such products are products from
bamboos, i.e, baskets, furniture, etc., salt production, agricultural
products, sea weeds production and many more. Forming a Sibale
Corporation to market all these products will bring revenues to the
island of Sibale.

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Health and Social
Services

HEALTH SERVICES

The welfare of the citizens of Sibale should always be taken into

consideration. The municipal government through the Office of
Health and Social Services should schedule medical check ups. It
has to maintain a place for emergency services, be medical or
dental.

A HOSPITAL OF ITS OWN

The establishment of a 10 bed Hospital should be included in the

overall plan of the Municipality’s health improvement plan. It
should be staff with a resident doctor and nurses. Sibale already
produced some graduates in Medicine and can avail of their
services.

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The future Hospital of Sibale.

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 COTTAGE
INDUSTRIES
MEMBER OF THE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Thee Director of Health Services should be a member of the Executive Council to

report the needs and issues regarding health services of local resident. Also, as a
resource in the frmulation of health related ordinances and its enforcement.

AMBULANCE BOAT

For emergency services of medical needs and the unavailability of facilities in

Sibale, the health services department should be equipt with ambulance boat with
comunicatons equipment to transport sick people from the barrio to the major
facilities in Mindoro.

Such ambulance boat can be requested to the National Health Services by

sending them justification letter for its needs.

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 Main Tourist
Attractions
MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
The mountains and the forest offer mountain trekkers new challenge. The lush foliage will take the breath
away from first time mountaineers. The beaches offer wonderful dive spots. Tropical coral reef systems
surround the island. Old folk believe they share the forest and coves with enchanted beings.

MT. BANDERAHAN – American soldiers in the early 20th century climbed the island's mountain and
planted an American flag. The flagpole, hewed in a big stone, is a landmark sought out by mountain
climbers.

Each of the island's nine barangays has its own cove with a palm-fringed white sand beach front. The entire
island is ideal for swimming and scuba diving. The island's coast is a divers delight. Notable are the
beaches along Tongo point and Banderahan point. The island's interior hills, stretching five to nine
kilometer, offer good trails for hiking and climbing. The island hills are also a favorite of motor-cross biking
enthusiasts.

TINIGBAN FALLS – The fall site is an exotic rock formation amid lush greenery. An Old Spanish
encomendero once built a mansion here, embedding a mirror into a huge rock so he could have a full view
of the waterfalls from his bathroom. (shown in the section for Museum, Parks & Recreation)

MATUDTOD CAVE – Ancient skeletal remains and artifacts were found in this cave. (Should be explored
and place signs as a tourist attraction)

QUEBRADA – Quebrada beach facing the town of Concepcion scalloping the cove with its white sand and
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wonderful rock formation. (Build cottages for accommodations).
 TOURISM

SPIRIT OF SIBALE

The boat that was recently acquired can be equipped with sound systems and used for
touring the island. A tour guide should be trained in order to pinpoint the significant areas
of interest as they move around the island. Not only for potential tourist but for local people
who would be interested in touring the island.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The number of returning Sibalenhons are ever increasing every year. Sibalenhons
who migrated to other domestic places and foreign countries will eventuall plan to
come back and visit their roots. These people may not have any more relatives living
in the area and therefore looking for place to stay is a problem. To accommodate this
the needs the following are the options:

9. Maintain a pool of houses that are to be offered for occupancy at a certain price.

The house should comply with the requirement that each rooms to be rented will
have running showers, toilet and air conditioning.
11. A number published to call for reservations.
12. Meals should be arranged.
13. Tours provided by Tour guides, optional.

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 INFRASTRUCTURE

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road should
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sceneries
one of the places that tourist would like to take pictorials of their visits.
should be designed 40 ft. wide, 2 lanes asphalt paved or concrete.. 12-3
San Vicente beach is one of the potential places where a resort can be developed. It’s market are
Sibalenhons who will come and visit their roots and have no accommodations available.
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Honeymooners strolling at the San Vicente beach. One of the potential destination of people seeking
a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere during their stay.
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One of the cottages planned at the San Vicente beach.

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American soldiers in the
early 20th century
climbed the island's
mountain and planted
an American flag. The
flagpole, hewed in a big
stone, is a landmark
sought out by mountain
climbers.

Mt. Banderahan should

be explored to
determine
improvements to
enhance its historical
importance and become
one of the tourists
attraction of the island.

Mount Banderahan
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A place for tourist to watch and relax at Concepcion Bay with some dining for honeymooners or
family social activities or as for fishing activities. Lights are all solar powered.
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Boating for those vacationers at Sibale Concepcion Bay is one of the activities that they will enjoy during
their vacation time. Of course it will have a use fee which is needed for maintenance of these boats.
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This boat docking pier is built somewhere in Sampong to ferry in tourist to the barrio. Similar
docking pier like this can be built in other areas and modified to add visitors waiting area..
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 The beautiful Sampong beach where the boat docking pier is built . This beach is one that can be
developed for torurist and vacationing Sibalenhons. Cottages can be built for accommodations together
with some amenities like social hall, swimming pool, etc. Activities to include fishing, snorkling, boating,
etc. This needs to be part of the planning of the Visitors Bureau.
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 UTILITIES

MUNICIPAL RESORT
Many of our kasimanwas will yearn to come to their roots. Many of them are Balikbayans, OFW’s or
those that migrated in other parts of the Philippines. Some will have their Balik-Sibale events,
alumni events, family reunions, etc.

Other accommodations can be marketed for special events such as weddings, anniversaries etc. to
neighboring islands. San Vicente or Sampong Beach are needs to be developed. Here’s a suggested
plan.
Existing Creek

Water from the creek

Social Hall

Creek water to the sea Swimming

pool
cottages
Water cottages
Tank
cottages
Overflow
return

Beach Area 12-12

 UTILITIES

MUNICIPAL RESORT
Cantanyo is another possibilities that needs to be developed. The Rafols and Fallarme properties can
be consolidated and developed into the Hotel and Resort. Here’s a suggested plan. Most of the
construction materials can utilized existing local materials such as bamboo, nipa, etc. Rooms can be
single or double beds with toilets and shower facilities.
Deep Well
Existing Creek

Water from the creek

Water
Social Hall Tank

Beach Area Swimming

pool
cottages cottages

cottages

Hill overlooking the Ocean

Ocean
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EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES

TRAINING OF MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES

Employees of the Municipal Government should be trained in the

modern method of office methods and procedures. This is
especially in the use of computers. Government institutions are
now mostly computerized and therefore it is essential that people
involved in community services be trained in the proper use of this
technology.

We have Sibalenhon’s that graduated in Computer Engineering

and Sciences. There services can be sought. Probably scheduling
2 weeks vacation from their work of income can assist them in
Sibale.

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EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES

THE USE OF RETIREES

We have experts in their fields that retired in Sibale. Their

services can be sought in many ways, like training in agriculture,
office management, use of computers, etc. Explore the potentials
of retirees and how they can contribute their services.

Maintain a pool listings of retirees and their expertise. They are

useful in seeking their assistance and encouraging to participate in
the development of Sibale.

Retirees does not want to be sitting idle. They want to share their
talents and experiences for the good of the community.

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EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES
THE USE OF HIGH SCHOOL FACILITIES

Maximizing the use of existing facilities should be in the minds of

the school administration.

In cooperation with the administrators of the National High School

and Sibale Academy, these facilities can be utilized as night
school while a new facilities is being looked upon.

As a night school, those training classes can be held in these

facilities. Training our youth for a job in the future can be part of
this classes. These training can be in computer applications,
assembly and repairs.

Also, providing adult classes is also in the agenda.

And who will initiate? Again by the Municipal Government.

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 EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES
AN EDUCATIONAL INSTITTION OF ITS OWN
Most colleges and universities in America are situated in small town and cities. Why?
Because they can study in a quiet environment where there are not much interruptions and
distractions.

Education cost so much specially in the city where you have to spend for board and
transportation. Teaching can be done locally using the same caliber of teachers that they
have in the city. They follow the same standards as dictated by the Board Of Education.
Again, help from retirees can be sought in its start up. Accreditation will be required to
establish the university which with proper documentation will not be a problem.

With so much graduates in the 2 high schools potential students should concentrate in
learning the career of the future at home. The education and training learned will be a plus
when they go to the big cities to explore higher education or looking for job opportunities.
The institute is not limited to high school graduates at SIBALE BUT WILL ACCOMMODATE
THOSE FROM NEIGHBORING ISLANDS and other places. As the institute become popular
in the program that it has established more students will sought a small town atmosphere.

Of course the institute will have its own dormitory and faculties for after school classes. The
institute will be able to offer special programs like Agricultural Chemistry, Marine Biology,
Computer technology and Engineering, etc. It will established itself as a quality source of
education and training of future professionals.

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An educational institution with a heart to transform professionals through quality training and education. It will
produce graduates that will enhance their quality of life and become assts to the community where they
decide to practice and reside. 13-6
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 BANKING &
FINANCE

UPGRADE THE CREDIT UNION

Credit unions are finance through memberships. Since this is the

only financial institution available in Sibale more people should be
encourage to join the credit union.

The credit union is one place to save money and get financing for
worthwhile projects.

The municipal government should initiate micro credits for those

who are willing to produce goods for business. Money are paid
after the harvest or after the disposal of their goods. And the cycle
repeats by itself.

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 BANKING &
FINANCE
REVENUES

There are many ways to generate revenues to support services of the municipal
government:

4. Property taxes from privately owned properties

5. Lease from those occupying government owned properties..
6. Licenses for operating a transportation facilities.
7. Licenses for harvesting the living matters in the ocean sorrounding the island where
the harvest is sold for profit.
8. Sales tax from those who own stores and stalls.
9. Sales from the harvest of fruits, vegetables and others that are planted in
government owned properties.
10. Sales tax from transportation tickets.
11. Subsidies from the provincial government.
12. Income from other services such power & water.

Government owned properties should be inventoried and identified as to who are

occupying them. People who lives in there does not know that they are squatting in
government properties. By way of ordinances they may be required to pay lease for
using
the land or sequestered them.

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 BANKING &
FINANCE
PROJECT FUNDING SOURCES

Funding for some infrastructures and other projects may be provided through:

• Donations from Civic and Religious Organizations in the island.

• Donations from Sibalenhons working and living abroad.
• Donations from Associations of Sibalenhons, local and international.
• Funding from the Department of Agriculture for food production projects (send
justification letter)
• Funding from the Department of Tourism, for tourism projects (send justification
letter)
• Funding from the Department of Public Works for infrastructure projects (send
justification letter)
• Funding from other government Departments such as Social Services, Health
Services, Education, Security, etc. (send justification letter)
• Funding through the sponsorship by Congressman of the Lone District of
Romblon and approved by Congress.
• Funding acquired by lobbyist from Domestic & International organizations like
Rotary International, Lions International, Silahis International, etc.
USE OF LOBBYIST
A lobbyist maybe hired to generate funds for a worthwhile projects. Generally they
will
charge at least 5% of the funds generated from lawful source.
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 BANKING &
FINANCE
POTENTIAL INCOME GENERATING PROJECTS

Exploring income generating projects is vital and healthy for the government of the
Municipality of Sibale. Some are:

4. Biodiesel Production Plant – the market for alternative fuel has been in the process for
sometimes because of the increasing cost of oil which mostly are imported.

6. Vacation resorts – as more Sibalenhons are migrating to places outside of the island
they will come back time from time to time to visit their roots. Since some of their roots
may also have been displaced by migration they need accommodations and facilities
that will satisfy their needs during their stay. Areas that potentials are shown in the
Tourism Section of this Plan.

8. Consolidating the cottage industries – Demands for native products in foreign

countries are increasing and the need to explore and expand its operation will be
advantageous to the livelihood of local residents.

10. Transportation - The potentials are explored in the trasnportation Section.

OTHER INVESTMENT POTENTIALS

Exploring investment to existing companies by buying stocks, bonds and securities is

another income potentials for the government of Sibale.
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 Mt.
Banderahan
SIBALE INVESTMENT AND MANAGEMENT CORPORATION (SIMC)

SIMC is the corporate office of business endeavor of the Municipality of Concepcion.

It’s corporate structure will be based on the majority holdings of each stockholders.
But this endeavor can be initiated with the Municipality of Concepcion with a directive
from the Officers of the Municipal Council.

The following are the subsidiaries of this corporation:

• Cottages and Resort (Tourism)
• Transportation (commuter boats)
• Cottage Industries
• Banking
• Agri-business
• Maritime Business (Fishing and by-products)
• Fruit Wine Processing
• Biodiesel Plant (in partnership with other municipality)
• Investment (chaneling other available funds to stocks and bonds)

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 BANKING &
FINANCE
SIBALE INVESTMENT AND MANAGEMENT CORPORATION

Sibale Investment and Management Corporation (SIMC) will be the prime mover of most the
business endeavor in the Municipality of Concepcion.

4. This project is being spearheaded by the municipal government of the Municipality of Concepcion
which will be holding 30-50% of the capital stock.

6. The initial capital stock is P1.5M with a total shares of 1.5M at P1 per share.

8. We will encourage all resident to invest on this venture as well as fellow Sibalenhons in foreign
lands. It is one of the potential endeavor that will bring development in their livelihood.

10. Rafols and Associates will prepare the Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws, plus designing the
stock certificates to be issued. With the coordination with the incorporators in Sibale, upon
completing the said Articles of Incorporation & By-Laws and approved by the incorporators they
can proceed with the processing for incorporation with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

12. Those that does not financial capabilities can acquire shares of stocks by performing works and
converting their hours into equivalent shares of stocks during the first 6 months of activation.

14. Upon getting approval from SEC for incorporation, the incorporators will decide which line of
product line will be started to implement.

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 BANKING &
FINANCE
SIBALE INVESTMENT AND MANAGEMENT CORPORATION
(Continued)

7. The project will be posted at www.sibale.com to solicit funds from Sibalenhon in Manila and in
foreign land.

4. Lands that will be occupied by the project an be solicited for shares of stocks. Crops harvested
from these becomes an income to the SIMC.

6. Stock certificates wil be designed by Rafols & Associates and will be emailed to the Secretariat of
the Corporation for filling in the names and signatures of the President and the Secretary of the
Corporation.

8. Each stockholder will be issued certificates of shares invested o the corporation.

10. Management of the corporation will be governed by the Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws.

12. The corporate office will be located in Manila with the operational offices located in Sibale. The
corporate office will handle all the domestic and international marketing of the corporation.

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 BANKING &
FINANCE
PURFIED DRINKING WATER

A 35 bottle package of purified drinking water

A 500 mL bottle
size of purified
drinking water

Most people are now conscious of what kind of water they are drinking. This is one
product line that Sibale Investment and Management Corporation can explore.
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 BANKING &
FINANCE
BIODIESEL PRODUCTION CONCEPT

The image above shows our strategy, which is to use amounts that are convenient through the whole process
.For example, we start with a 1.4L (48 oz) bottle of vegetable oil. Some fryers hold a maximum of 1.5 liters, so
the 1.4 liters is the perfect size. After the oil gets used, it can be stored back in the same bottle. When ready
for conversion, it can be mixed with a 0.25 L (12 oz) bottle of methanol (and lye) and placed in a 2L flask. No
partially empty bottles are left over.
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 BANKING &
FINANCE
BIODIESEL PRODUCTION PLANT

In partnership with the Municipal Government of Pinanmalayan and Sibale Investment a Management
Corporation (SIMC) this business endeavor has a potential of growth due to the demand in alternative
Fuel in the country.
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 BANKING &
FINANCE
RAFOLS & ASSOCIATES PARTICIPATIONS

Our group is willing to provide voluntary services for the improvement and progress of our
beloved Sibale such as:

4. We can assist in the research of potential income generating projects that the
municipal government will undertake.

6. We can prepare the draft of the Incorporation and by-laws of the income generating
projects that is approved by the municipal government.

8. We will assist your local industrial engineer in developing ideas and proposals for your
projects.

10. Master Plans and Layout drawings in AUTOCAD can be developed and sent online
through connection with your local industrial engineer. Your local industrial engineer
should have the training and expertise in reading AUTOCAD drawings.

12. Will coordinate with fellow Sibalenhon engineers (mechanical, civil, sanitary, chemical,
etc.) in developing the plans for construction.

14. Any engineering projects that require technical and financial advice.

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 BANKING &
FINANCE
USE OF LOBBYIST OR CONSULTANTS

The use of lobbyist or consultants will enhance the possibility of obtaining funds for
selected
projects. These are the people that will look for opportunities in the following areas:

4. Will make contact with government officials that have access to the projects.

6. Will arrange trade exhibits or look for places where the opportunity to exhibit products
produce in Sibale.

8. Provide marketing strategies on products produce in Sibale.

10. Arrange for trade missions to visit places that are successful in producing such kind of
products.

12. Make contacts with exporters and arrange or presentations of the products.

14. Locate other potentials of sources of funds to support the projects.

With the services they are providing they will ask for a fee. Nevertheless the fee can be
negotiated that only when they be able to generate funds that the fee shall come from
those
funds at the rate agreed upon. Normally 5-10%.
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 BANKING &
FINANCE
SEA CUCUMBERS

SEA CUCUMBERS UNDER THE SEA SEA CUCUMBERS IN THE KITCHEN

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 BANKING &
FINANCE
CULTURATION OF SIBALE SEA CUCUMBERS
Sea cucumbers are prized locally and abroad for their nutritional, medicinal and commercial uses.
The supply of sea cucumbers in Sibale is on the wane because of over exploitation, and local fishermen
and authorities lack the training in finding ways to manage this critical fishery resource, one of which is
training fishermen on how to culture them.
As one of the income generating resource for local fishermen it is essential that his promising industry
be
preserved.
The establishment of the SIMC will provide funding for the culturation of sea cucumbers. A sea
cucumber culturation facility now exist in Bolinao, Pangasinan. Some local authorities should investigate
this resource facility. The University of the Philippines Fishery Dept. provide materials in establishing a
culturation facility.
Sea cucumber culture is an attractive business venture because of high value of the beche de mer. The
market for sea cucumbers in Asia is huge and few companies have already tapped into this eco-friendly
aquaculture system.

Sea cucumber culture is an eco-friendly aquaculture system because sea cucumber culture does not
require artificial feed and antibiotics. More over the sea ranched sea cucumber juveniles doesn’t need
any complicated structures or constant attention.

Sea cucumber juveniles can be cultured with shrimps as the sea cucumbers function on different tropic
or
14-1-10are benthic detritus feeders and reduce the
nutritional level in the same environment. Sea cucumbers
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
AND LEADERSHIP
HOLDING ANNUAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONVOCATIONS

Our youth is the future of our beloved Sibale. They should be nourished with new
knowledge and technology. They become more educated in our political system and
therefore participation in the growth and prosperity of the island should be
transformed and enhanced in their minds. Maybe there is some town and barrio
youth organization that are now existing but what are they doing now. A youth
development program should be one of the program that the municipal government
should encourage and implement. This can be done by having an annual gathering of
youth with workshops and sports activities attended by successful Sibalenhons in
their respective professional work. It can be a so called Sibale Youth Day participated
by the youth from the town and from the different barrios. This could be under the
Community Building and Development Services of the Municipal Government.

KABATAANG BARANGAY CONVOCATIONS

The existing Kabataang Barangay can plan an annual leadership convocations
coupled with cultural and sports activities tailored for the youth. As mentioned above
a weekend full day activities with invited guest speakers among the Sibalenhon
professionals.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
AND LEADERSHIP
ENTERTAINMENT AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS

Allow the youths to present programs in music, cultural folk dances and other
talent shows. This will enhance development of musical talents that can be sent for
competition in local or national.

It is also a base for entertaining the town people on weekends. Like parading in
towns while singing favorite songs for 2 hours.

Others is to have a monthly stage presentations of talent shows by barangays. We

have a many resident who have talents in guitar playing, choral renditions, folk
dancing, etc.

The development of such entertainment program will bring encourage more

talented individuals to show up and enhance their valuable assets.

It will bring more recognition to the island as we produce more talented residents
in this industry.

Try and visit the Escudero Resort in Lucena, Quezon and observe the musical
rendition on a Carabao driven carriage while entertaining visitors of the resort.

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Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Sibale hosts 6th RDL-CLEAR Writing Workshop
From March 26 to 28, 2009, Romblon’s literary fever will notch a few degrees
higher as the Concepcion National High School (CNHS) in Sibale hosts the 6th
RDL-CLEAR Writing Workshop on the Three Romblon Languages—Asi,
Unhan, and Ini.
The writing workshop is an annual pilgrimage for young Romblomanon writers.
RDL-CLEAR has tapped Kusog Sibalenhon, an association of Sibalenhons
engaged in cultural, economic and welfare programs for the island of Sibale, to
organize the workshop. Kusog, in turn, has joined hands with the Concepcion
National High School (CNHS) to co-host the activity.
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Sponsoring Organization No Visitors Check and
sent Notification to the Venue
Notify Sponsoring
Visitors Bureau of the Available?
Organization. HOSTING AN EVENT
Forthcoming Event
Yes IN SIBALE
Sponsoring Organization Sponsoring
make arrangements Organization
with co-hosting facility Approve venue

Yes Visitors Bureau Make

Sponsoring Organization
Sponsoring Organization arrangements with Host Families
Provide list of participants
Providing Accommodations? that are in the Pool List
to the Visitors Bureau
or Government Guest Houses

Yes

Sponsoring Visitors Bureau

Yes Organization Notify Boat Owners
Sponsoring Organization No Are they embarking
Providing Transportation? In Pinamalayan? Check with Visitors On pariticipants
Bureau Arrival in Pinamalayan
No
Sponsoring
Organization
Yes Check with other
means

Participants Arrived at
Sibale Port

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INDUSTRIES
ARRIVAL IN PINAMALAYAN

Yes

Visitors check boat Are ther Boat

Visitors arrived in
Schedule posted in Waiting?
Pinamalayan By Bus
Bus Terminal

No
Visitor Bureau have arrangements
with Bus Terminals to post boat
Schedule.
Visitor call
Visitor Bureau for
Boat Schedule

Phone Number posted

At the Bus Terminal

Visitors check with No

Boat
Bus Dispatcher for Availabe ?
lodging houses

Yes

Proceed to embark

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INDUSTRIES
ARRIVAL AT SIBALE

Welcome Banner posted By

Visitors arrived at In Groups for Yes Sponsoring Organization
Sibale Port Special Event? Or by Visitors Bureau

No

Welcome Committee on
Hand to place lei and
Band. Welcome Message
By Rep of Municiapl Officials

Yes Accomodations
Visitor Picked up by Arranged By
Host Family Sponsoring Org. ?

No

Visitor Bureau Rep takes

Visitors to designated
Government Guest
Houses

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 BANKING &
FINANCE
AVAILABILITY OF SUPPORT SERVICES

The Visitors Bureau being the best contacts in various support for special events in Sibale
should have an inventory of available support services when the need arises such as:

4. Welcome Committee – should have standby dancers when needed.

6. Tour Guides – a volunteer number should have been trained and available when
needed.

8. Catering – on standby when the need arises.

10. Souvenirs – have a souvenir shops for locally produce products that visitor can buy
and bring home as souvenirs of their visits.

12. Accommodations – should have a pool of residents that meets the standards of the
municipal government as a temporary place to stay during their visits.

14. Other services that can be provided to make the visitors stay fun and enjoyable.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
AND LEADERSHIP
MOVING INTO SPORT SUPERIORITY

Harnessing athletic superiority should be one of the program of the Municipality such as
in swimming, Boxing, basketball, track & fields, volleyball, etc. Developing teams for local
and national competitions should be one of the program that needs to be developed and
encouraged. Motivating our younger generation can start with a local meet like Barangay
Meet.

Barangay Meet are composed of teams from the various Barangays that compete on a
designated date at a designated place. It can be an annual event.

The individual or team champion can be sent to regional meet or provincial meet for
competition and possibly international competition.

An example is the baseball team, The Little League, one that came in a town somewhere
in Luzon and became champion and became the representative of the Philippines to
compete in the USA. Soon they became champion that bring glory and fame to the team and
to the town.

This, who knows may happen to the island of Sibale through the sport development
program.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
AND LEADERSHIP
DEVELOPMENT OF SPORTS PROGRAMS

A commission on Sports should be structured and start formulating training

programs of the different sports.

Each sports activities should have a tem responsible for training and
development. A timetable is being assigned for each sport activities..

Funding to support these activities should be included in the annual municipal

budget.

The Commission on Sports should identify and build facilities where to conduct
training and where to hold competitions.

The Commission on Sports should identify local and national competitions where
the team or individual champions can be sent and participate.

It will bring more recognition to the island as we produce more talented residents
in this sport.

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INDUSTRIES

FRUIT WINE MAKING

There are so many fruits in the island that go to waste because

people does not know what to do about it.

Demand for these products here and abroad are tremendous.

A wine making project should be explored. Mangos, ube, guava,

etc. can be fermented and produce into wine.

A team of advisers in the municipal should visit Silang, Cavite

where fruit wine making is flourishing.

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INDUSTRIES
HOW TO MAKE MANGO WINE AND OTHER FRUIT WINES

Step 1. Put 3 to 4 pounds of fresh, peeled mango into a straining bag, tie the bag and place it into a primary
fermentor. Use a potato masher or your hands to mash the fruit.
Step 2. Measure out 3 and a half quarts of water into a sauce pan and bring the water to a boil. Add 2 and a half
pounds of sugar and stir until the mixture is a syrupy consistency.
Step 3. Allow the syrup mixture to cool until it is a little warmer than room temperature. Pour the syrup mixture over
the mango in the fermentor.
Step 4. Measure out 1/4 teaspoon of tannin and add to the fermentor. Also add 1 1/2 teaspoons of acid blend, 2
campden tablets and 1 teaspoon of yeast nutrient into to the mixture.
Step 5. Cover the fermentor and store for 1 day at room temperature. After this time period, add ½ teaspoon of
pectic enzyme and cover again and let sit for 12 more hours. Add 1 teaspoon of Montrachet or Champagne wine
yeast to the fermentor.
Step 6. Squeeze the straining bag 2 to 3 times a day for 10 days. After the tenth day, drip drain the bag into the
mixture and squeeze to get all the juice out. Discard the bag and pulp.
Step 7. Allow the wine to set overnight and siphon it into the secondary fermentor. Do not stir before pouring. You
don't want to stir up the sediment on the bottom of the fermentor during this process.
Step 8. Attach the airlock to the secondary fermentor. After letting it sit for 30 days, siphon the wine off the sediment
(called racking the wine) and return the wine to the fermentor. Rack the wine again once every 2wo months for 6
months and let it sit for 10 days before racking it into bottles.

Things You’ll Need:

3 to 4 lbs fresh mango ♦ A straining bag ♦ Primary and secondary fermentors ♦ 3 ½ quarts water ♦ 2 ½ lbs sugar
♦ 1/4 teaspoon tannin ♦ 1 ½ teaspoon acid blend ♦ 2 campden tablets ♦ 1 teaspoon yeast nutrient ♦ ½ teaspoon
pectic enzyme ♦ 1 teaspoon of Montrachet or Champagne wine yeast ♦ Siphon ♦ Airlock
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INDUSTRIES
ROSARIES FROM SHELLS
Although there are potential uses of shells that come out from the sea shore, the
use of it in rosary making is of great importance.

By pioneering into it, rosaries can be used by our local people who prays the
rosaries.

Other than that, with innovations in processing and packaging, these rosaries
can be exported to different countries.

BAMBOO STICKS AND BY PRODUCTS

Bamboos have variety of uses. Not only in house building but also in making
handicrafts, baskets, torch handles, chopstick, tooth picks, etc.

There are tremendous by products that can be produced from bamboos.

Other than that, with innovations in processing and packaging, these by products
can be exported to different countries.
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Some more samples of native products that can be made and processed under a shade of a tree,
backyards or Inside the living rooms. With innovation there will be more attractive designs that can
be developed. It is just a matter of education and discipline among our people.
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A few samples of native products that can be made and processed under a a shade of a tree, backyards or
Inside the living rooms. A strict quality standards are required for marketability. There are abundant raw
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INDUSTRIES
BANANA WINE PREPARATION
Recipe file created June 26, 2001.
You must be very patient to make this wine. It takes a long time to clear. Using very ripe fruit will improve the clearing
time. Add some starch enzyme if you have it. Ingredients

3 pounds bananas 1 1/2 cups light raisins 5 cups granulated sugar 2 lemons
2 campden tablets 1 teaspoon nutrients water 1 package wine yeast
• Peel and slice bananas. Chop 1/10 to 1/2 of the banana peels. Place both in a large saucepan with 6 cups water.
Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes. Strain out pulp.
• Put sugar, raisins, campden tablets and the juice of the lemons into primary fermentor. Pour hot banana liquid over
sugar mixture and stir to dissolve. Make up to 1 gallon with cold water. Let sit overnight.
• The next day, add nutrients and yeast. Leave for 5 days, stirring daily. There will be heavy foaming during
fermentation.
• On the fifth day, siphon into secondary fermentor before stirring, being careful not to disturb the sediment on the
bottom. If necessary, make up to volume with water. Attach airlock. Siphon the wine off the sediment after three
weeks. Return wine to fermentor.
• For a dry wine, Rack every three months for a year.
• For a sweet wine, add 1/2 cup sugar dissolved in 1 cup wine at each racking until fermentation does not start again
when sugar is added.
• Continue racking wine every two to three months until it is clear. Bottle.
Variation
Use brown sugar (or demerara sugar) in place of the granulated sugar.
For a spiced wine, add one or all of the following:

1 ounce bruised ginger root 1 ounce whole cloves 1 - 4 inch cinnamon stick

If you want to leave out the banana peels, add 1/4 teaspoon tannin.

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INDUSTRIES
HOW TO MAKE SEA SHELL NECKLACES

Seashell necklaces can be made with natural shells, or by using manufactured replicas.
Shells used in jewelry making need to be sturdy enough to withstand a small power drill bit.
The drill bit should range in size from 1/64" to 1/8", depending upon the size of the shell used.

Consider the weight of the shells when selecting pieces for jewelry making. Shell necklaces
can also be adorned with traditional beads, sea glass, or shark's teeth.

SALT PRODUCTION

Salt processing is another product that can be easily produced. Salt water is placed in a
shallow container about an inch deep and let it exposed to sunlight.
The water content of the sea water will evaporate in time and what remains is a slurry of
salt.
Continuing to expose to sunlight will completely removed the water from the salt.
Even on small scale production this will support the supply of salt in the island. On a wider
scale there is considerable demand for exportation.

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FINANCE
SOLAR SALT PRODUCTION

Local resident can make salt by exposing them to sunlight. Water from
the
salt water evaporates to the atmosphere. Domestic needs can be
supplied
and the surplus can 17-8
be packaged for commercial use. This can be done
In small scale production to large depending on the demand.
Some samples of shells that can be found in the island shores. These shells can be collected and
sold as decorative shells. With innovation artist can paint and sold as souvenirs from the island.
It is just a matter of education and discipline among our people.
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INDUSTRIES
PACKAGING OF PRODUCTS

Products and goods to be distributed and marketed should have a properly designed
packages to contain information on product nutrients and specifications. People are now
educated on what the product contains like percent of cholesterol, grams of sodium
content, etc. Perishable goods have shorter shelf life when not frozen. When frozen it can
have a shelf life of more than 6 months.

A “Made in Sibale” or “{Product of Sibale” added in the labels will provide visibility on
where the product was produce and grown.

Depending on the kind of produce or goods being packaged, normally eggs are packaged
on molded containers at 12, 24 & 30 eggs per package, or agricultural products in
corrugated carton containers and some baked products on plastics. But whatever
packaging being used product information and specifications should be printed and
sometimes the shelf life.

Canned and bottled products normally have product information printed on high quality
paper and pasted on the can.

We know that with cooperative efforts we can produce quality products in Sibale.

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INDUSTRIES
A MATTER OF EDUCATION

All of these cottage industries products can become reality through education. Educating
the people how to make it and market it is essential to give them motivation.

Education will build trust and loyalty fo the development of the island and for their families
financially.
Again, the retirees who have expertise in cottage industries can be of help.

MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION

These products need a place for storage prior to shipment. And in order to find a place into
the market place will require the expertise of a marketing consultant. A distribution center
should be established in the island to store perishable goods while waiting for disposal.
In the meantime local people should also avail of the products
The umbrella organization, Sibale Corporation will be responsible in managing these
activities.

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INDUSTRIES
CANNING AND BOTTLING EQUIPMENT ON WHEELS
As part of the cottage operation a portable canning and bottling equipment that will be
transported to the various Barangay business operation facilities on a scheduled basis can be
acquired and maintained by the Sibale Investment and Management Corporation. Other
products produced by each Barangay units are collected for storage in the central distribution
facilities. The canned and bottled products produced by each Barangay units are stored. Those
perishable products are stored in a controlled environment.

The manner of compensating to the producers of these products is subject to the

management of Sibale Investment and Management Corporation.

CREATE A TRADE MISSION

The function of the trade mission is to represent the different products produced in Sibale. It
looks for sources of financing or potential customer locally and abroad.

It searches for places where they can bring the products for exhibits

The umbrella organization, Sibale Investment and Management Corporation will be responsible
in creating the Trade Mission.

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INDUSTRIES
WORLD KNOWN COFFEE

Sibale can start engaging in the agriculture of coffee beans. Variety like Arabica or Robusta
which is popularly known to coffee drinkers can start planting and producing ground coffee. It
has been found by science researchers that coffee is good to the brain. It helps avoid the
occurrence of Alzheimer disease.

These varieties of coffee can be started in government owned lands like Mt. Banderahan
or Mt. Amantaw. Initiatives of this kind of programs always starts from the government.

Without the initiatives from government officials any proposed program will not
materialized. Therefore it is imperative that action from government officials are required. When
the private sector sees this as potential for business operations then they will be encouraged to
start growing coffee in their own agricultural property.

Sibale can be the prime supplier of coffee to coffee business in Manila and exported to
foreign countries. Quality coffee in South America are grown in mountainous region. Farmers
picked them up and collected in sacks and are hand carried down the terrain. If they can do that
in South America then why can’t we do it in Sibale where the terrain are not as stiff as in South
America.

Our people should start to become innovative and work hard to gain recognition in all the
projects that we encouraged them to perform.

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INDUSTRIES

ARABICA COFFEE ROBUSTA COFFEE

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INDUSTRIES
ADULT EDUCATION
A number of adults in Sibale were not able to complete elementary or high school education.
Adults can be motivated to attend classes in English or story writing.

The local library can plan for these classes. Other classes can be in arts like painting or
sculptor, discipline and ethical behaviors.

Other than that, are in information technologies, like understanding how cell phones works,
computer classes, how websites works, etc.

Each of these classes can be sponsored using retirees and volunteers. Let us share our
talents for the growth of our fellow Sibalenhon.

LIBRARY PROGRAMS
The local library should be expanded to accommodate additional programs to be
implemented.

Such programs to include after school activities for our young elementary school and high
school children.

For elementary school children it could be story telling, tutoring in math and sciences, etc.
For high school, the same program like math and science tutoring, computer classes, etc.

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Again, these programs can be implemented using
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SENIORS PROGRAMS

Our seniors should be enjoy an active life in community development and growth. For those who
have the knowledge and experience they can contribute them to the community through
volunteering their services in their field of expertise.
Some can be teachers in body conditioning such as yoga, tai chi and other martial arts. Others
can be leaders in promoting fundraisings for a worthwhile projects in the community.
While others can enjoy the fellowship of other senior members or in social activities such as ,
hiking, ballroom dancing, bingo games, billiard games, mahjong games and other card games
where they play for fun and not for profit.

And other activities that are appropriate for seniors.

MAKE SIBALE RETIREMENT FRIENDLY

Many of our balikbayans are searching for place to retire and spent the rest of their lives in a
relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. Sibale island is very ideal for this. Designate an area by the
beach that could be potential for leasing the property. Allow them to build their dream house and
after 30 years lease period the property built becomes the property of the municipal government.

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A community center that will service the needs of the community from seniors literacy programs,
Youth leaderships programs, sports development, training, social activities, etc..
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 Water
Distribution SYSTEM

A row of retirement homes in one of the designated beach areas by the Municipal government.
The leases for the property is 20 – 30 years and the property built into the leased areas become the
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INDUSTRIES
MAINTAINING PEACE

During my stay in Sibale I have not encountered violence and other violent
activities. Resident of this island are peace loving people. Services of police
officers are not needed in this place. The leaders of each barangay community
has the responsibility of maintaining peace and order.

ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES

Do we have many illegal activities going in Sibale? What are these illegal
activities?

1. Dynamite fishing 2. Prostitution

2. Robberies 3. Kidnapping
3. Smuggling 6. Drug Trafficking

Does our local police force have the capabilities to apprehend those illegal
activities? Do they have speed boats to run around?

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INDUSTRIES
MEMBER OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
Thee Chief of Police should be a member of the municipal council to be part in
the promulgation of ordinances. If not he needs to be informed of the ordinances
as his department is the one enforcing this ordinances.

PATROL BOAT
In the enforcement of ordinances regarding illegal activities in the shoreline and
sea boundaries of Sibale, the police force should be equipped with patrol boats
and communications equipment to pursue violators. Needless to say the absence
of this facility only makes them vulnerable to those engaging in illegal activities.

FIREARMS

When policing in towns and barrios firearms should be left in the barracks of the
Police Department. Sibale does not policeman carrying guns when they are in
duty. Also, make it not permissible to have police officers to drink alcoholic
beverages or wines while on duty.

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INDUSTRIES
LICENSE TO OPERATE
All moving vehicles in the island is required to be registered and this authorization is the
license to operate such vehicle (boat, motorcycle, etc.). Such vehicle should have a license plate
bolted to the side or rear of the vehicle. Annually this vehicles need to be registered. It is for the
safety of the public to make sure that the vehicle are working in good condition and trustworthy.

It is also a way to monitor how many vehicles are operating in the island. Without registration
these vehicles without a license plate will be considered colorum and will be subject to heavy fine
or penalty.

Beaches or coastal areas will have a designated place where registered vehicle will be
allowed to park. A NO PARKING SIGS will be posted in some areas of the coastal areas.

It is the responsibility of the peace and order to keep watch of these unregistered vehicles.
Nonoperational vehicles will not be allowed to park in any government controlled areas.
Nonoperational vehicle should be parked in the property of the owner otherwise it will be towed
and stored in storage areas where the owner will be charged for warehousing fees.

That is why peace and order officers should request from their National Office its own motor
boat which will served as the patrol boat that will check on unregistered vehicle as well as
abandoned vehicle around the island..

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 A motorized patrol boat to be used by the local police in ensuring that illegal activities and
Boat parking regulations are properly implemented. Used for official police work and all official
Business.
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INDUSTRIES
ENVISIONING THE FUTURE

Officials in the Municipality of Sibale envisions a vibrant and active economy in the island of Sibale by promoting
ambitious goals and objectives.
Part of this is the upgrading and construction of infrastructures necessary for the effective movements of people and
goods. The completion of the circumferential road will bring many benefits to the island.

Cottage industries has to be developed thereby creating jobs and incomes to local residents. These native products
built with quality are in demand in foreign countries.

Engage in investment of potential income generating business to support the master plan of the island. Divest funds in
stocks, business and other potential sources of financial stability.

Upgrade the services in health, education and peace and order by providing the necessary facilities and equipment. A
community college of its own will alleviate the high cost of education in big cities. An ambulance motor boat and a
patrol boat will assist in emergency care and surveillance of the shores of Sibale.

Make transportation between Sibale and Pinamalayan a comfortable ride. Establish a docking station and lodging in
Pinamalayan for those that are stranded due to natural causes, like typhoons and storms.
Expand the water services by tapping on the Water Falls in Gobon and explore some waterfalls in other areas of
Sibale that have not been discovered. Construct water Dams to collect waters that flow from these falls and build water
canals for distribution.
Protecting the environment by promulgating ordinances on the proper disposal of garbage and hazardous waste.

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ENVISIONING THE FUTURE (CONT’D)

Continuous education of local residents on the ongoing projects, new technology, ethical behavior and personal
discipline to help in governance and community development.
.
Expand the Power Services to extend installation of power lines to cover a wide range of services.

Improve the waste water treatment and require each household to have its own toilet and sewage system.
Establish a telecommunication ground support station to beam to satellite inorder to provide access to telivion signals
and telecommunication capabilities on information technology.
Explore the production of fruit wines (mango, banana, etc.) and provide facilities for small scal bottling and canning.
These products only requires refrigeration to extend the shelf life of the product. Shelf life is much better for frozen
products. These processing into fruit wines will eliminate the waste of agricultural products that can not be consumed
and left in the fields to disintegrate.
Build water houses as one way to alleviate shortage of accommodation when Sibalenhons from other lands come back
for vacation.
Create a pool of houses that will be available for rent when there is an influx of tourist in Sibale or when there is special
event celebrated in Sibale.

Include in the plan to establish a community college in Sibale. We have many professionals and retirees who can be
tapped for their expertise like computer classes,,etc

Have a motor ambulance ready to transport people to hospital in the big island available.. This kind of facilities should
be provided by the National Health Service Department.

Other potential improvements and projects are contained in the body of this Master Plan.
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1 – Municipal Bldg. (exist)
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2 – Barangay Halls(proposed)
3 – Old Library (exist)
4 – Tinago Bridge (exist)
5 – Tinigban Falls (improvement
proposed)
6 – National High School (exist)
7 - Civix & Convention Center
(proposed) 16
8 – 10 Bed Hospital (proposed)
9 – Sibale Community College
(proposed)
10- Sibale Academy (exist)
11- Immaculate Conception Grotto
(restoration to original form)
12- Fishing Warf (flattened area by
filling opening with concrete) 12
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(proposed)
13- Vacation Resort (maintained by
Sibale Inv. & Mgt. Corp.)
14. Pilgrim Site (site of spring water)
(proposed)
15- Central Elem. School (exist)
16- Old Municipal Bldg. (exist)
17- Artesian Well (exist)
18- Seawall (exist)

Poblacion (not to scale)

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MINDORO
21
20 Masudsud 20 24

Bakhawan 20 Masadya
22 23 25 26

20 24
19– Curcumferential Roa (proposed) Dalajican
20– Barangay Halls (proposed)
Sampong 20
21– Docking Station & Lodging
(proposed)
22– Biodiesel Plant (proposed 27 19 San Vicente
partnership with Pinamalayan) Caabasahan
23– Commuter Boat ( maintained 20
by Sibale Inv. & Mgt. Corp.) Poblacion
on schedule 20 San Pedro
24– Copra Warehouse (maintained
By Sibale Inv. & Mgt. Corp.) 20
25- Dam from the Water Falls east
of Masudsud.
26– Bottled Water Plant (maintained 28
By Sibale Inv. & Mgt. Corp
27– Dumpsite for electronics & Agbatang
Toxic Materials
28- Distribution Center of Native
Products, cottage industries,
fruit wines, etc. maintained by
Sibale Inv. & Mgt. Corp) 20-4
29– Power Plant (Expansion to Masudsud
service various Barangay Units)
30– Artesian Wells (for Barangay Bakhawan Masadya
units not serviceable by
the Water System. 31
31– WIFI Cell (upgrade to cover
computers) Dalajican
32- Small Scale Industries (canning Sampong
of fruit juice, fruit wine bottling,
Etc.) maintained by Sibale Inv. & San Vicente
Mgt. Corp.
33- Small Scale Cottage Industries Caabasahan Power Lines 29
(handicrafts making, shells crafts,
etc.) maintained by Sibale Inv. &
San Pedro Poblacion
Mgt. Corp.
34- Pier (Expansion to accommodate
large ships) – proposed.
32
30 34

Agbatang

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PLAN IMPLEMENTATION

Some of these projects can be accomplished through the assistance of the National Offices of the functions directly
supervised such as the Health Services, local police and environmental services.

The major infrastructures like the circumferential road can be through the assistance of the Representative in
Congress which is the Congressman from the lone district of Romblon. A bill maay be required that is why it needs to
write the congressman for endorsement.

Tourism projects help can be sought to the Department of Tourism for assistance.

Transportation projects can be sought through the Department of Public Transportation for assistance.
Establishment of a University is through the Department of Education.

Proposed income generating projects can request investors from foreign Sibalenhons by purchasing shares of stocks.
Inventory of government owned properties should be surveyed and make them productive or assigned them to
projects that needs implementation.

Educate the local residents about eminent domain of how private properties can be affected by construction of
infrastructures and how they can be compensated.

Encourage local residents to participate in these projects by volunteering or contributing their expertise for the
development of the island.

Be aggressive in contacting elected officials to support these master development plan.

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Most of the projects contained in this Plan can be implemented through the initiatives
of the officials of the municipal government of Sibale. There is no else in the community
who will be willing to take the task to motivate our people to pursue this grand projects of
ours except the municipal government if we they want progress in our island and improve
the quality of life of our people.

The most important aspect of community development is education. Continuous

education of our people to understand how the municipal government are being managed
and how the various programs are being implemented. Many services provided by the
municipal government are not being understood by the public therefore a forum or town
hall meetings are essential to disseminate these information.

The projects and programs mentioned in this plan can only materialize when officials
will aggressively pursue it. Without their will and desire to implement these projects it will
only remain good in paper.

It is there essential that partnerships between the officials of the municipal

government bond together and work together to realize this Plan. For any major
undertakings, time and money is the essence, but with will and desire it will prevail.

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(About Sibale Island)

VISIT US AT

WWW.SIBALE.COM
LINKS TO SEE MORE PICTURES ABOUT SIBALE ISLAND:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/babygirlvans/sets/72157617092829031/

http://ksasibale.blogspot.com/
http://picasaweb.google.com/masquemx/SIBALEISLAND#

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