Volume IV Batangas City Comprehensive Development Plan 2019 2025

Republic of the
Philippines
BATANGAS CITY
Batangas City COMPREHENSIVE
Government
DEVELOPMENT
PLAN
2019-2025
Prepared by: Arch. / EnP. CARDELAN B. HERNANDEZ

Table of Contents
1 Quick Facts About Batangas City

1.1 Brief Historical Background 1
1.2 Geo-Physical 1
1.3 Demographic Profile 3
1.4 Social Services 10
1.5 Economy 11
1.6 Infrastructure and Utilities 12
1.7 Environment 14
1.8 Institutional 17
2 Matrix of Development Indicators

2.1 Demographic Indicators 19
2.2 Social Development Indicators 20
2.3 Economic Development Indicators 21
2.4 Infrastructure and Utilities Development Indicators 22
2.5 Evironment Indicators 22
2.6 Institutional Development Indicators 23
3 Sectoral Development Plans

3.1 Vision and Mission 25
3.2 Vision-Reality Gap Analysis 25
3.3 Cross-Sectoral Development Indicators 49
3.4 Sectoral Development Plans 51
4 Master List of Development Programs and Projects

4.1 Environment and DRR Sector Development Programs and Projects 67
4.2 Social Sector Development Programs and Projects 71
4.3 Economic Sector Development Programs and Projects 76
4.4 Infrastructure Development Programs and Projects 78
4.5 Institutional Development Programs and Projects 81
List of Acronyms
AICS Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations
AIDS Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
AIP Annual Investment Plan
BCSJSSL Batangas City San Jose Sico Sanitary Landfill
BOI Board of Investments
BPO Business Process Outsourcing
CAPDEV Capacity Development
CCA Climate Change Adaptation
CCA-DRRM Climate Change Action and Disaster Risk Reduction Management
CCTV Closed-circuit Television
CDC Center for Disease Control
CDP Comprehensive Development Plan
City ENRO City Environment and Natural Resources Office
CLUP Comprehensive Land Use Plan
CW Constructed Wetlands
DTI Department of Trade and Industry
DRR Disaster Risk Reduction
ECCD Early Childhood Care and Development
EENT Eye, ear, nose, and throat
EIA Environmental Impact Assessment
EIS Environmental Impact Statement
EMB Environmental Management Bureau
GHG Greenhouse Gas
GIS Geographic Information System
HIV Human Immunodeficiency Virus
IT Information Technology
IEC Information Education and Communication
ISO International Organization for Standardization
LGBT Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
LGU Local Government Unit
MERALCO Manila Electric Company
NEDA National Economic and Development Authority
NGA National Government Agencies
NGO Non-government Organizations
PEZA Philippine Economic Zone Authority
PLDT Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company
PWD Persons with Disability
RRURBAN Regional Rural Urban
RWSA Rural Waterworks and Sanitation Associations
SLEX Southern Luzon Expressway
SWMP Solid Waste Management Plan
SME Small and Medium Enterprises
STAR Southern Tagalog Access Road
UN DESA United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs
List of Tables
Table 1-1. National, Regional, Provincial, and City Populations and Growth Rate, 2015
Table 1-2. Household Population by Urban and Rural Barangay and Average Household Size, 2015
Table 1-3. Population Density of Batangas City in Comparison to Other Cities in the Philippines, 2015
Table 1-4. Gainful Workers 15 Years Old and Over by Major Occupation Group, Age Group, and Sex,
Batangas City, 2015
Table 1-5. Population Composition by School-Age, Working-Age, Dependent-Age Group and Sex, 2015
Table 1-6. Age Dependency Ratio, 2015
Table 1-7. Population by Religious Affiliation, 2012
Table 1-8. Inventory of Commercial Establishments by Economic Activities, 2016-2017
Table 1-9. Number of Commercial Establishments by Economic Activities, 2016-2017
Table 1-10. Total Road Length by Classification and Type of Pavement in Kms, 2017
Table 1-11. Households with Access to Safe or Improved Water Supply, 2017
Table 1-12. Ambient Air Quality, July 2016
Table 1-13. Ambient Air Quality, August 2017
Table 2-1. Demographic Indicators
Table 2-2. Social Development Indicators
Table 2-3. Economic Development Indicators
Table 2-4. Infrastructure and Utilities Development Indicators
Table 2-5. Environment Indicators
Table 2-6. Institutional Development Indicators
Table 4-1. Environment and DRR Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-2. Social Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-3. Economic Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-4. Infrastructure and Utilities Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-5. Institutional Sector Development Programs and Projects
Mayor Beverley Rose A. Dimacuha’s
8-POINT AGENDA

1. Launch the Mobile City Hall so that City Government services will be accessible
and available to all residents of Batangas City, no matter how far their barangay
is.
One of the positive changes this project brings is that it
increases the accessibility of government services to people who
have a difficult time travelling to City Hall. Making services
available to every corner of the city means more than just
bringing quality government service to everyone, it also shows
that the city puts great importance in hearing the citizens’ voice
and making themselves available to provide assistance where
applicable.
2. Public and socialized housing will also be given priority not just for lower ranking

City Government employees but also residents of Batangas City whose homes are
in perilous places

Socialized housing projects are low-cost or affordable housing

programs that are provided by the government or the private
sector to provide the homeless or underprivileged citizens with
homes or lots. In Batangas City, this opportunity is also
extended to those whose current homes are found in areas
which are susceptible to hazards.

3. Strengthening and continuous budget allocation for EBD scholarship program.
Education will always remain and important part of our development process
particularly in providing opportunities to poor but deserving students. Additional
courses like Bachelor of Technology in Livelihood Education Major in
Information and Communication and Technology and Bachelor of Accountancy
will be offered at the Colegio ng Lungsod ng Batangas starting August 2019.

Scholarships are awards given to qualified students as a way to
provide them with the financial assistance they require for their
education. The EBD scholarship program has helped countless
Batangas City students with their education and will continue to
do so in the following years as it remains one of the City’s top
priorities. The Colegio ng Lungsod ng Batangas will soon offer
additional degrees such as Bachelor of Science in Secondary
Education major in Technology and Livelihood program
(BSSED-TLE) and Bachelor of Accountancy for students to
take.

4. Expand and improve the EBD health card program. The health of the citizenry is
one of our most important priorities. More dialysis services and hospitals shall be
included in the EBD health program. The Philhealth-accredited health units
especially in far-flung barangays of Barangay City shall be pushed.

The City prioritizes the health of its citizens and one of its
initiatives is to expand and improve the EBD Health Card
program. These expansions and improvements come in the
form of the inclusion of additional hospitals and dialysis
services in the EBD Health Card coverage.

5. Continuous Sports Development and physical exercise is also part of the 8-point
agenda with the completion of the Grandstand and the Batangas City sports
complex.

The City has also made the completion of the Grandstand and
the Batangas City Sports Complex a priority in line with the
City’s goal of providing citizens with world class sports facilities.
Providing these sports facilities will provide the City with the
opportunity to serve as venues for various sports related events.

6. Improve and finish the renovation of our City Markets.

The City market is an important cultural and social center as
many of the citizens depend on it for their daily food supplies.
The City has made it a point to renovate the City markets to
address the improvements they require in order to better serve
the population.

7. Develop the tourist areas of our City. Isla Verde, Mount Banoy, Haligue and the
shoreline of Calumpang River will be the focus for tourism developments.

The City is blessed with a number of tourism sites that have
great potential. To maximize these potentials, the City has
programs in mind to develop certain sites such as Isla Verde,
Mount Banoy, Haligue, and the Calumpang river to increase
tourism activities.

8. Good governance will also be given primary importance. With the creation of the
Internal Audit Services, this will strengthen and ensure the accountability of
Government officials to their respective constituents and demonstrate that it takes
the principle of holding its officials answerable to the public.
The creation of the City’s Internal Audit services is a huge step
towards the City’s goal of good governance. This step will
strengthen the accountability and transparency of Government
officials as it reassures the citizens that the City holds their
credibility in high regard.
Batangas City Comprehensive Development Plan 2019 - 2025
Chapter 1: Quick Facts About Batangas City
1.0. Quick Facts About Batangas City
1.1. Brief Historical Background
The history of Batangas City begins a few years after Spanish missionaries arrived in 1572. The
first settlement was established in an area near the Calumpang River, which would be known
later on as Batangas City. The name “Batangas” comes from the early settlers who lived near the
riverside that named their settlement “Batangan” because of the huge logs found in the area.
As the community grew, in 1581, the first Roman Catholic Church was built. In 1601, the
settlement was then renamed to Batangas. It was also in that year that Don Agustin Kasilao was
appointed as the first Gobernadorcillo of the City.
Batangas is known as “the Cradle of Heroes and Nationalists” because the city was one of the
first few provinces to stand up against the Spaniards. Batangas City has been the capital and
administrative center of the province since 1754 but it was only on June 29, 1969 that it was
created as a City through Republic Act No. 5495. Batangas City was declared as the 5th District
of Batangas Province through Republic Act No. 10673 on August 19, 2015.
1.2. Geo-Physical Characteristics
Geographical Location
The City of Batangas is a coastal city with a total land area of 28,541.44 hectares is situated at the

southern portion of Batangas Province and geographically located at approximately 112
kilometers from the national capital, Manila and the rest of Metro Manila. Its global coordinates
are 13°45′18.91″ North latitude and 121°3′32.76″ East longitude. The City is bounded by the
Municipality of San Pascual on the northwest; the Municipality of San Jose on the north; the
municipalities of Ibaan, Taysan, and Lobo on the east; and Batangas Bay on the south.
Topography
The topography of Batangas City can be described as undulating to rolling due to its
predominant slope category which covers approximately 36% of the city’s total land area. The
city’s relatively flat areas comprise approximately 24% of the total land area, while steeper areas
account for 34%.
Climate
Batangas City has two distinct climatic types based on the modified Coronas classification used
by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration
(PAGASA) which are Type I and Type III. Type I is characterized by two distinct seasons, dry
from the months of November to April, and wet during the rest of the year. Type I climate
generally prevails over the mainland areas of the city. In a Type III Climate, the seasons are not
very pronounced, however it is relatively dry from November to April, and wet during the rest of
the year. Type III prevails over the Isla Verde barangays.
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Slope and Elevation

The southern area is mountainous composed of sloping and steep earth, while the northern area
of Batangas City is primarily flat. However, the northernmost part of the city particularly at
Barangays Balete, Concepcion, Bucal, Soro-soro Ilaya and Ibaba, and Tingga Itaas has slopes
reaching around 200 meters of elevation. The highest point at the northern part of the city is
located on the boundary between Soro-soro Ibaba and Tingga Itaas with slope above 75%.
Towards the southeast area, the elevation starts to increase and the slope gets steeper. The
highest elevation of the city is Mt. Banoy which is approximately 968 meters above sea level
(MASL), and located in barangay Talumpok Silangan.
Drainage Pattern
The City's natural drainage system can be classified as dendritic in nature. It consists of several
streams that join to form tributaries; all of which will amalgamate into the body of the main
river, e.g. Calumpang River. This pattern is considered to be the most common drainage pattern
and is analogous to the branches and trunk of a common tree.

Major River Systems
Batangas City is traversed by several streams that converge at the Calumpang River, which then
flows into the Batangas Bay. The Calumpang River is a perennial body of water with a catchment
area of approximately 472 square kilometers and is about eight (8) kilometers in length from the
municipal boundary of Ibaan, to the mouth of Calumpang River in barangay Malitam. The river
forms the southeastern boundary of the Poblacion and flows into the Batangas Bay at a point
approximately two (2) kilometers south of Batangas International Port. There are several springs
in Batangas City that have sufficient volume of discharge to satisfy the needs of nearby residents
for their water supply requirements.

Watershed
The Batangas Bay Watershed is a major priority area for habitat restoration and management.
The watershed has a catchment area of approximately 472 square kilometers and courses
through five towns and two cities (including Batangas City), before draining into Batangas Bay. It
continues to suffer from deteriorating water quality due to contamination from livestock wastes,
industrial wastes and domestic sewage. This poses a potential health risk for communities along
the watershed and an impending threat to the river, coastal and marine ecosystems of Batangas
Bay and ultimately the Isla Verde Passage Marine Corridor. Several consultation meetings for the
rehabilitation projects were undertaken to prepare the groundwork for the Batangas Bay
Watershed Rehabilitation Project.

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Agricultural Resources and Plains
Most of the Batangas City’s flat land (0-8%) and potential arable land of about 6,759.15 hectares

(23.7%) is built-up. The land in the southern part of the city is designated for agricultural
development which covers 6,492.99 hectares (20.21%). Slopes in these areas range from 8-25%
and are suitable only for the growing of mangoes, coconuts, bamboo, corn, sugar cane, upland
rice, coffee, and other fruit bearing trees. There is no large-scale production of any agricultural
crops in Batangas City.
Forest Resources
Most of the forest resources of Batangas City are not suitable to be commercialized, except for
bamboo, which is in demand for its usage in the construction of fish pens. Forest lands in the
city are found mostly in the barangays of Talumpok Silangan, Talumpok Kanluran, Talahib
Pandayan, Talahib Payapa, Sto. Domingo and Cumba.
Soil Type and Location
There are seven (7) soil types which can be found in Batangas City; Taal Sandy Loam, Batangas
Hydrosoil, Calumpang Clay Loam, Ibaan Clay Loam, Ibaan Loam, Sibul Clay and Ibaan Loam in
its Gravely Phase. These soil types have the agricultural potential to cultivate products such as
sugar cane, rice, corn, coconut, coffee, and other vegetables and fruit bearing trees. Batangas
Hydrosoil is found in barangays Calicanto and Wawa and it is ideal for salt beds and fish ponds.
1.3. Demographic Profile
National, Regional, Provincial, and City Populations
According to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), the

Philippines as the 12th most populous country in the world in 2015. The Philippines has a total
population size of 100,981,437 and it has been increasing 1.72% or 34,737,614 annually during
the period of 2010-2015. The current growth rate of the Philippines is slightly lower compared
to the previous record of 1.90% during the period of 2005-2010.
From a regional perspective, Region IV-A, or the CALABARZON Region has a population of
14,414,774 with an annual growth rate of 2.58%. This value represents roughly 14% of the total
population of the Philippines. CALABARZON is the Southern Tagalog Mainland and it is
comprised of five provinces namely Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon. The name
CALABARZON is derived from the acronym of the five provinces that comprise the region.
CALABARZON’s regional capital is Calamba City in Laguna.
From a provincial standpoint, the province of Batangas registered a population of 2,694,335 in
2015, making it the 9th most populous province in the country. The province of Batangas makes
up approximately 19% of the region.
Batangas City is the capital and the second most populous city in the province. The City
registered a population of 329,874 with an annual population growth rate of 1.46% as of 2015.
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Table 1-1. National, Regional, Provincial, and City Populations and Growth Rate, 2015
Population (2015) Population Growth Rate
(2010-2015)
Philippines 100,981,437 1.72
Region IV-A (CALABARZON) 14,414,774 2.58
Province of Batangas 2,694,335 2.41
Batangas City 329,874 1.46
Lipa City 332,386 3.08
Tanauan City 173,366 2.49

Source: Philippine Statistics Authority, 2015
Sex Distribution
Out of the total population of 329,874 in 2015, males accounted for 50.47% (166,494) of the
Batangas City population, while females comprised of 49.53% (163,380).

Total Population of Urban and Rural Barangays
The urban population is 205,306, which is higher than the population in the rural area which is
124,568. The average household size is four (4) for both the rural and urban areas, despite the
difference of 80,738 in population for both areas. In the urban area, only two (2) barangays, San
Isidro and Tingga Labac, have an average household size of five (5), whereas there are 15
barangays in the rural area, such as Balete, with highest rural population. While there are five (5)
barangays with the average household size of three (3) in the urban area, there are two (2)
barangays in the rural area. This suggests that in general the urban area comprised of smaller
families in comparison to the rural area.

Table 1-2. Household Population by Urban and Rural Barangay and Average Household
Size, 2015
Number of Average
Barangay Population
Household Household Size
Urban
Alangilan 14,979 3,805 4
Balagtas 10,009 2,330 4
Banaba South 2,945 666 4
Bolbok 13,2701 3,411 4
Calicanto 10,893 2,585 4
Cuta 11,848 2,707 4
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Number of Average

Barangay Population
Gulod Itaas 5,662 1,304 4
Gulod Labac 2,893 699 4
Ilijan 4,236 973 4
Kumintang Ibaba 9,171 2,236 4
Kumintang Ilaya 10,772 2,593 4
Libjo 2,190 2,920 4
Mahabang Parang 3,600 883 4
Malitam 7,212 1,616 4
Pallocan Silangan 2,936 676 4
Pallocan Kanluran 6,745 1,814 4
Barangay 1 715 179 4
Barangay 4 1,337 386 3
Barangay 6 2,157 511 4
Barangay 9 258 80 3
Barangay 10 384 108 4
Barangay 11 696 203 3
Barangay 12 1,429 359 4
Barangay 13 542 140 4
Barangay 18 472 134 4
Barangay 19 610 137 4
Barangay 21 693 160 4
Barangay 23 701 184 4
Barangay 24 2,240 570 4
Sampaga 4,307 1,028 4
San Isidro 6,560 1,383 5
Sta. Clara 12,201 3,015 4
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Number of Average

Barangay Population
Sta. Rita Aplaya 2,306 552 4
Sta. Rita Karsada 18,276 4,597 4
Sorosoro Karsada 2,049 498 4
Tingga Labac 6,274 1,313 5
Wawa 7,194 1,669 4
Sub-Total 205,306 49,659 4
Rural
Balete 10,052 2,103 5
Banaba Center 2,314 542 4
Banaba West 3,602 856 4
Banaba East 2,269 501 5
Bilogo 2,011 457 4
Bucal 2,736 682 4
Catandala 658 164 4
Concepcion 3,373 812 4
Conde Itaas 1,402 287 5
Conde Labac 2,000 455 4
Cumba 992 191 5
Dalig 2,679 634 4
Dela Paz Proper 2,621 606 4
Dela Paz Pulot Aplaya 629 169 4
Dela Paz Pulot Itaas 465 99 5
Dumantay 4,558 820 6
Dumuclay 3,599 1,098 3
Haligue Kanluran 1,285 288 4
Haligue Silangan 1,894 450 4
Liponpon, Isla Verde 649 196 3
Maapaz 220 55 4
Mabacong 2,029 426 5
Mahabang Dahilig 1,489 312 5
Mahacot Silangan 741 183 4
Mahacot Kanluran 617 153 4
Malalim 1,312 292 4
Malibayo 473 90 5
Maruclap 1,007 243 4
Pagkilatan 1,465 334 4
Paharang Kanluran 1,406 324 4
Paharang Silangan 1,292 295 4
Pinamucan Proper 3,770 821 5
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Number of Average

Barangay Population
Pinamucan Ibaba 1,579 384 4
Pinamucan Silangan 1,226 279 4
San Agapito, Isla Verde 1,194 304 4
San Agustin Kanluran, Isla Verde 899 219 4
San Agustin Silangan, Isla Verde 762 203 4
San Andres, Isla Verde 1,080 258 4
San Antonio, Isla Verde 996 240 4
San Jose Sico 4,981 1,006 5
San Miguel 2,365 543 4
San Pedro 1,661 414 4
Sto. Domingo 1,965 410 5
Sto. Niño 2,665 563 5
Simlong 4,041 923 4
Sirang Lupa 1,558 367 4
Sorosoro Ibaba 2,826 639 4
Sorosoro Ilaya 2,759 764 4
Tabangao Aplaya 3,260 739 4
Tabangao Ambulong 5,403 1,187 5
Tabangao Dao 2,847 612 5
Talahib Pandayan 2,384 530 4
Talahib Payapa 575 136 4
Talumpok Kanluran 2,832 560 5
Talumpok Silangan 2,060 493 4
Tingga Itaas 2,972 690 4
Tulo 4,069 930 4
Sub-Total 124,568 28,331 4
Grand Total 329,874 77,990 4
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority, Census of Housing and Population, 2015
Population Density
Population density is the ratio of the total population of an area to the total land area. In 2015,
the City of Batangas had an average population density of roughly 12 people per hectare. It was
also the least dense city compared to other cities like Lipa and Tanauan.

Table 1-3. Population Density of Batangas City in Comparison to Other Cities in the
Philippines, 2015
Population Density
Province/City Population (2015) Land Area (has.)
(persons per hectare)
Batangas Province 2,694,335 311,505 9
Batangas City 329,874 28,541 12
Lipa City 332,386 20,940 16
Tanauan City 173,366 10,716 16
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Labor Force Population
The labor force is comprised of individuals that are able and willing to do work. It also includes
both employed and unemployed members of the community. On the other hand, gainful workers
are members of the community who have stable work and receive payments and benefits from
their employers. Table 1-4 below shows that among the 135,619 gainful workers in Batangas City,
85,988 or 63.4% are males, while 49,631 or 36.6% are females. Women in managerial positions
and female professionals outnumber men by a difference of 1,344 and 2,166 respectively. The
biggest difference between the two sexes is in the occupation group of agricultural forestry and
fishery workers; craft and related trades workers; and plant and machine operators, where men
compose 81.6%, 88.1%, and 96.8% of the workforce. The number of people who continue to
work at the age of 60 and over is 9,354.

Table 1-4. Gainful Workers 15 Years Old and Over by Major Occupation Group, Age
Group, and Sex Batangas City, 2015
Male Occupation Group Male Female Total
Managers 5,108 6,442 11,550
Professionals 5,194 7,360 12,554
Technicians and Associate Professionals 6,586 4710 11,296
Clerical Support Workers 4,010 6,781 10,791
Service and Sales Workers 11,387 12,510 23,897
Skilled Agricultural Forestry and Fishery 1,548 8,414
6,866
Workers
Craft and Related Trades Workers 19,942 2,688 22,630
Plant and Machine Operators and 463 14,595
14,132
Assemblers
Elementary Occupations 12,643 7,069 19,712
Armed Forces Occupations 67 6 73

Population Age Groups
In 2015, 66% percent of the total population of Batangas City belonged to the working age
group (15 – 64 years old); signifying that the population of the City has the potential to have a
large workforce. On the other hand, the old dependent age group (65 years old and over) was
found to be the least populated age group consisting of only 5% of the City’s total population.

Table 1-5. Population Composition by School-Age, Working-Age, Dependent-Age Group and
Sex, 2015
Both Male Female Sex
Age Group
Sexes Number % Number % Ratio
School-Age (5-24) 127,977 65,658 51.30 62,319 48.70 105
Working Age (15-64) 218,948 110,786 50.60 108,162 49.40 102
Labor Force (15 and over) 235,769 117,378 49.79 118,391 50.21 99
Young Dependents (0-14) 94,105 49,116 52.19 44,989 47.81 109
Old Dependents (65 and over) 16,821 6,529 39.19 10,229 60.81 64
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Dependent Population
The "Dependent age group" refers to the portion of the population belonging to the 0-14 and
65 years old and above age groups. They are either classified as too young or too old to earn a
living and therefore are not part of the labor force. Based on the record, the entire Batangas City
has a total dependency ratio of 50.66 with young dependents having a higher ratio of 42.98
compared to its counterpart, the old dependents, having 7.68 in ratio. This is lower compared to
the Philippines total dependency ratio of 58.2.

Table 1-6. Age Dependency Ratio, 2015
Age Dependency Ratio
Young Dependency 42.98
Old Dependency 7.68
Total Dependency 50.66

Religion
The City of Batangas exercises religious freedom, in respect to various religious beliefs and
practices. Based on the data collected, 92% of Batangas residents are Roman Catholic followed
by Iglesia ni Cristo and other religious sectors with 2.74% and 2.60%, respectively.

Table 1-7. Population by Religious Affiliation, 2012
Religious Affiliation Number of People % of Total Households
Aglipay 947 0.39
Iglesia ni Cristo 6,658 2.74
Islam 2,070 0.85
Protestant 2,802 1.15
Roman Catholic 223,505 92.00
Other 6,314 2.60
None 649 0.27
No Answer 4 2.00
Total 242,949 100.00
Source: Batangas City Community Based Monitoring System, 2012
Poverty Incidence
Poverty incidence is the proportion of the population with per capita income less than the per
capita poverty threshold. The Poverty Incidence among families in Batangas City was 3.60% in
2012. This is significantly lower compared to the 19.70% average on the national level.
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1.4. Social Services
Number of Schools
There are a total of 151 institutions in Batangas City that provide pre-school education, 44 of
which is private while 107 are public or under the government’s administration. Elementary
schools total to 127, and 45 of which is private while 82 is public. There are 21 public Junior
High Schools while there are 23 private Junior High Schools which add up to a total of 44. On
the other hand, there are a total of 31 institutions providing senior high school education; 13 of
which are public while 18 is private. Tertiary education in Batangas City is served by a total of 9
tertiary schools, 2 of which is public and seven (7) are private.

Number of Hospitals and Rural Health Units
The City Health Office is the main provider of primary health care services in Batangas City, and

it caters to the medical and dental needs of the residents of the City’s 105 barangays. Batangas
City has six (6) rural health units that oversee more than 93 barangay health centers, which are
regularly serviced by doctors, dentists, nurses, and other health workers.

Currently, there are five (5) private hospitals, one (1) government owned medical center, and six
(6) birthing homes within the City proper. The City’s total bed capacity for public and private
hospitals is 507 and 16 for the birthing homes. Various medical services provided by the
hospitals and clinics include: ophthalmology; out-patient treatment; intensive care treatment;
child delivery; EENT treatment; surgery; internal medicine, pediatric, obstetrics, and
gynecological treatment; CT scan and ultrasound; and rehabilitation. For medically indigent
patients, the City has the EBD Health Card program that provides subsidies during
hospitalization and other medical procedures. The program began in 2001; and since then, there
have been 28,724 beneficiaries and card holders. The apportioned budget for the program in
2018 was at P140 million.

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1.5. Economy
Major Economic Activities
Batangas City’s economy is centered to its service industry. The table 1-8 shows the number of
establishments for the years 2016-2017 as well as the rate of increase/decrease from the previous
year.
Table 1-8. Inventory of Commercial Establishments by Economic Activities, 2016-2017

2016 2017
Economic Activities No. of No. of % Inc/(Dec.) Over
Establishments Establishments Previous Year
Wholesale and Retail Trade 3,966 4,424 11.55%
Hotel and Restaurants,
1,034 1,123 8.61%
Transport and Storage
Communication 19 24 26.32%
Financial Intermediation 403 422 4.71%
Real Estate
818 1,029 25.79%
Renting and Business Activities
Public Administration and
0 0 -
Defense
Education 126 145 15.08%
Health and Social Work 264 627 137.5%
Other Community, Social and
592 680 14.86%
Personal Service Activities
Total 7,222 8,474 17.34%
Source: Local Government Unit Business Permits Departments/Primary Survey, 2017
Number of Business Establishments by Economic Sector
The table 1-9 shows the number of commercial establishments for each economic sector in
Batangas City. Majority of the city’s Economic activities come from the different businesses in
the Tertiary sector.
Table 1-9. Number of Commercial Establishments by Economic Activities, 2016-2017

Batangas City
Economic Activity 2016 2017
No. % No. %
Primary
Agriculture, Hunting and Forestry 36 0.44% 36 0.44%
Sub-total 36 - 36 -
Secondary
Manufacturing 169 2.07% 185 2.04%
Electricity, Gas and Water Supply 55 0.67% 51 0.56%
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Batangas City
Economic Activity 2016 2017
No. % No. %
Construction 168 2.06% 193 2.13%
Sub-total 392 - 429 -
Tertiary
Wholesale and Retail trade/repair of motor vehicles
3,966 48.64% 4,390 48.49%
motorcycles personal and household
Hotels/Restaurants 887 10.87% 944 10.42%
Transport, Storage and Communication 166 2.04% 203 2.24%
Financial Intermediation 403 4.49% 422 4.66%
Real Estate, Renting and Business Activities 818 10.07% 1024 11.31%
Arts, Entertainment and Recreation - - 56 -
Education and Support Services 126 1.54% 145 1.58%
Health and Social Work 264 7.23% 266 2.93%
Other Community, Social and Personal Service 592 7.26% 674 7.44%
Administrative and Support Services - - 328 -
Professional Scientific and Technical Services - - 136 -
Sub-total 7,222 - 8,588 -
Grand Total 7,650 9,053
Source: Business Permits and Licensing Office, 2017
1.6. Infrastructure and Utilities
1.6.1. Transportation
Public Land Transportation Vehicles

Land transportation services in the City are readily available through public utility buses, public
utility jeepneys, privately owned cars, vans, and tricycles. For trips going to Metro Manila and
neighbouring provinces, commuters can avail of public utility bus companies such as Batangas
Star Express, RRCG Transit, Supreme Trans. Liner, Ceres Transport, ALPS, Barney, JAM
Transit, DLTB Co., N. Dela Rosa Liner Inc., Pong and Oning, SJ Park Ventures Inc., and Gold
Star Transit Corporation. The opening of the Southern Tagalog Access Road (STAR) in April
2008, which is a tollway component of the West Philippine Nautical Highway with a length of
about 42 km. from Sto. Tomas, Batangas to the Batangas International Port in Batangas City that
is interconnected to the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), shortened the travel time from Metro
Manila to Batangas City by approximately 30 to 45 minutes.There have been a total of 81,468
vehicles registered in Batangas City as of 2017; of which 72,365 or 72% of vehicles are private,
782 or 0.90% are government vehicles and 8,375 or 10.3% are vehicles for hire. Motorcycles
without sidecars are the single most common type of private vehicle (25,225 units or 34.86
percent), while utility vehicles are the most common type of government vehicle (519 units or
71.29%), and tricycles for hire are the most common for-hire vehicle (4,879 units or 58.25%).
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Port Services
There are seven (7) seaports located in Batangas City, including the International Port of
Batangas in Barangay Sta. Clara -- one of the premier ports in the Philippines, managed directly
by the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA). The other six (6) ports are privately owned by major
energy and petrochemical companies.

Batangas International Port is considered as the key port in CALABARZON region being the
vital point for the shipments from nearby islands including Mindoro and Romblon. There are
two (2) operational terminals: cargo and passenger. The Batangas Container Terminal (BCT)
serves major industries mostly in Southern Luzon. It also serves industries in Metro Manila
helping to decongest the facilities there. The Batangas International Port is also a gateway for
passengers (locals and tourists), and RoRo/Ferry going to and from various destinations
including, but not limited to: Puerto Galera, Calapan, Sibuyan Island, Abra de Ilog, Romblon,
and Malay.

Major Circulation Network
Batangas City has a total road length of approximately 543.61km. Its road network is comprised

of 77.31 kms of national roads, 36.20 kms of city roads, and 430.10 kms of Barangay roads. Most
of the roads are made of concrete, which spans 337.61 kms and accounts for 62% of the total
road network. This is followed by asphalt at 145.44 kms. and gravel at 33.41 kms. This shows
that the total road length has increased by approximately 10% compared to the previous year’s
recorded data of 496.13 kms.

Table 1-10. Total Road Length by Classification and Type of Pavement in Kms, 2017
Classification Concrete Asphalt Gravel Others Total
National 25.22 52.09 - - 77.31
City 20.66 15.13 - 0.41 36.20
Barangay 291.73 78.22 33.41 26.74 430.10
Total 337.61 145.44 33.41 27.15 543.61
Source: City Engineering Office – Batangas City, 2017

1.6.2. Water Source
Roughly 3.05% of households in Batangas City do not have access to an improved or safe water
supply from any type of water supply level. Overall, Batangas City, with its 105 barangays, has
access to safe and reliable water through a Level III system. About 97.73% of the City's
households depend on this waterworks system.

Almost 50% or 72 barangays of the total number of barangays in Batangas City are supplied by
Rural Waterworks and Sanitation Associations (RWSAs) and/or from other sources such as
jetmatic pumps/pitcher type, artesian wells, shallow wells and springs, etc. On the other hand,
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Poblacion and adjacent barangays are being served by the Batangas City Water District in joint
venture agreement with Prime Water Infrastructure Corporation.
Table 1-11. Households with Access to Safe or Improved Water Supply, 2017
Area No. of HH Level I Level II Level III Total Percentage
RHU I 18,485 47 0 18,438 18,485 100.00
RHU II 10,021 24 0 9,643 9,667 96.47
RHU III 12,955 0 0 12,955 12,955 100.00
RHU IV 12,038 158 0 10,937 11,095 92.17
RHU V 4,581 616 663 2,642 3,921 85.59
RHU VI 10,574 0 0 10,440 10,440 98.73
Total 68,654 845 663 65,055 66,563 96.95
Source: Batangas City Health Office, 2017
1.6.3. Power Supply
The primary power distribution service in the City is being provided by Meralco (Manila Electric

Company), the largest electric distribution utility company in the Philippines. Meralco has
energized 99 out of the 105 barangays of Batangas City. Approximately 71,364 members are
provided with electricity, including residential, commercial, and industrial end users. In 2017,
98.16% of the total households have access to electricity. Portions of barangays Talumpok
Silangan, Talahib Pandayan and San Jose Sico are served by the Batangas Electric Cooperative II
(BATELEC II).
1.6.4. Communication Facilities
In the development of modern communications technology, Batangas City provides the latest
communication facilities in the region. The Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company
(PLDT) and Globe Telecom Inc. provide telecommunication services such as mobile and
landline phone services, as well as internet connection to the city. There are 75 cell sites all over
the city proper and they provide infinite communication capabilities for the residents of the city.
1.7. Environment
General Air Quality
Batangas City is affected by traffic congestion because of the narrow road-right-of-way and the
inadequate parking within commercial and institutional establishments. The traffic situation is
worse in the Poblacion, where many commercial establishments, government offices and schools
are located. The same road network also links the northern and southern portions of the City,
causing the road network to exceed its capacity. The smoke emissions from vehicles are a
common source of air pollution.
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Results of Ambient Air Quality parameter (TSP, NO2, SO2) testing conducted in July 2016 and
on August 30, 2017 indicated that air quality in the six (6) observation points within the City
Proper are within DENR standards.

Table 1-12. Ambient Air Quality, July 2016
Total Suspended Sulfur Nitrogen
Noise,
Sample ID Type of Sample Particulates Dioxide Dioxide
dB
(µg/Ncm) (µg/Ncm) (µg/Ncm)
Batangas City ENRO
16-123632 26 10 11 58.6
(rooftop)
Between Plaza and Police
16-123633 150 13 17 66.8
Station
16-123634 Barangay 19 corner Cuta 178 10 12 70.7
Barangay Pallocan
16-123635 46 20 16 69.2
(near Shell station)
Barangay Bolbok
16-123636 192 14 26 69.5
Diversion Road
Barangay Balagtas
16-123637 112 11 26 69.8
(near Police Station)
Limit 300 340 260 70
Source: Batangas City Environment and Natural Resources Office, 2016

Table 1-13. Ambient Air Quality, August 2017
Name of Date of Probable Cause of
Observation Made
Observation Point Observation Pollution
GKK Sky Garden August 30, 2017 Results of Ambient Air Quality Vehicle emission
parameter (TSP, NO2, SO2) testing
are within DENR standards.
Between Plaza August 30, 2017 Results of Ambient Air Quality Vehicle emission
Mabini and Police parameter (TSP, NO2, SO2) testing
Station are within DENR standards.
Along DJPMM August 30, 2017 Results of Ambient Air Quality Vehicle emission,
Access Road No. 1 parameter (TSP, NO2, SO2) testing Fugitive Dust
are within DENR standards.
Pallocan West near August 30, 2017 Results of Ambient Air Quality Vehicle emission,
Shell Gasoline parameter (TSP, NO2, SO2) testing Fugitive Dust
Station are within DENR standards.
Under Fly-Over, August 30, 2017 Results of Ambient Air Quality Vehicle emission,
Bolbok-Balagtas parameter (TSP, NO2, SO2) testing Fugitive Dust
Bypass Road are within DENR standards.
Balagtas Junction, August 30, 2017 Results of Ambient Air Quality Vehicle emission,
front of PNP parameter (TSP, NO2, SO2) testing Fugitive Dust
Outpost are within DENR standards.
Source: Batangas City Environment and Natural Resources Office Report, 2017

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General Water Quality
Batangas City is traversed by several streams that converge at the Calumpang River, which in
turn flows into the Batangas Bay.

The Calumpang River is a perennial body of water with a catchment area of approximately
472.00 square kilometers and is about 8.10 kilometers in length from the municipal boundary of
Ibaan to the mouth of Calumpang River in barangay Malitam. The river forms the southeastern
boundary of the Poblacion and it flows into the Batangas Bay at a point approximately two
kilometers south of Batangas International Port.

There are several springs in Batangas City which can be found in barangays Talumpok Kanluran,
Talumpok Silangan, Cumba, Sto. Domingo, Talahib Pandayan, Talahib Payapa, Ilijan, Malibayo,
Haligue Kanluran, Haligue Silangan, Maruclap and Conde Itaas.

Solid Waste Management
The City’s waste segregation program was launched in 1999, pursuant to an ordinance mandating
the segregation of biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes. It was further strengthened by
the passage of Republic Act No. 9003 (Philippine Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of
2000). For the purpose of sustaining and protecting its community's natural resources, Batangas
City devised a 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan (SWMP) from 2014 to 2024. The plan
describes government roles and responsibilities, and city-wide solid waste management trends.
This defines the solid waste issues of concern and proposes strategies to address issues.
Processing and disposal of waste are performed at the established Batangas City San Jose Sico
Sanitary Landfill (BCSJSSL) in Sitio Catmon. The total area of the landfill is around seven (7)
hectares with an approximate capacity of 25,600m3.The solid waste collection/disposal and the
management, operation, and maintenance of the City's sanitary landfill are being undertaken by a
private company that was contracted by the City government.
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1.8. Institutional
Political Subdivisions
Batangas City is politically divided into 105 barangays, 48 of which are classified as urban
barangays, while the remaining 57 are classified as rural barangays.
Batangas City Government Functional Structure
The mayor leads the Local Government Unit; under which are the different heads of office who

work together to maintain and improve the conditions in Batangas City. Each office performs a
specific role in managing resources, implementing, and enforcing changes in Batangas City.
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Figure 1-1. City Government of Batangas Functional Chart
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Chapter 2: Matrix of Development Indicators
2.0. Matrix of Development Indicators
2.1. Demographic Indicators
Table 2-1. Demographic Indicators

Base Base
Indicator Batangas City National Remarks
Year Year
Population Population growth in the City is
1.46% 2015 1.72% 2015 18% lower than the national
Growth
average
Poverty The incidence of poverty in the
Incidence City is significantly lower
3.60% 2012 19.70% 2012
Among compared to the national
Families average
Overall The overall dependency ratio is
Dependency 50.66% 2015 58.23% 2015 lower in the City compared to
Ratio the national average
Average 4 people per 4 people per The average household size in
Household Size 2015 2015 the City is the same as the
household household
national average
Average Income PhP PhP The annual average income per
per household 219,272.00 2009 208,000.00 2009 household in the City is higher
yearly yearly than the national average
Average PhP PhP The annual average expenditure
Expenditure per 182,600.00 2009 177,000.00 2009 per household in the City is
Household yearly yearly higher than the national average
Souce: 2015 Census of Population, Philippine Statistics Authority
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2.2. Social Development Indicators
Table 2-2. Social Development Indicators

Base Base
Year Year
The basic literacy rate is higher
Basic Literacy
99.4% 2015 98.3% 2015 in the City compared to the
Rate
national average
The completion rate for the
Completion Rate elementary level is higher in the
99.67% 2016 92.7 2016
(Elementary) City compared to the national
average
The completion rate for the
Completion Rate secondary level is higher in the
83.86% 2016 82.4 2016
(Secondary) City compared to the national
average
Cohort Survival The cohort survival rate for the
Rate 100.00% 2016 94.2 2016 elementary level in the City has
(Elementary) reached 100%
Relatively the same rate between
Cohort Survival
85.40% 2016 84.6 2016 the national level and the City
Rate (Secondary)
performance
The net enrollment ratio for the
Net Enrollment
elementary level in the City is
Ratio 97.00 2016 95.90 2016
slightly higher than the national
(Elementary)
average
Net Enrollment The net enrollment ratio for the
Ratio 83.00 2016 74.20 2016 secondary level in the City is
(Secondary) higher than the national average
The drop-out rate for the
Drop-Out Rate elementary level in the City is
0.38 2016 1.40 2016
(Elementary) significantly less compared to the
national level
The drop-out rate for the
Drop-Out Rate secondary level in the City is
1.83 2016 5.60 2016
(Secondary) significantly less compared to the
national level
The crude birth rate in 2015 for
Crude Birth Rate 13.78 2017 16.20 2017 the City is lower than the
national average in 2017
The crude death rate in 2016 for
Crude Death the City is higher than the
11.23 2016 5.60 2016
Rate national average on the same
year
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Base Base
Year Year
The infant mortality rate in 2012
Infant Mortality for the City is significantly lower
15.22 2016 21.40 2016
Rate compared to the national average
in 2016
Neonatal 4.9 2015 13.0 2015 The neonatal mortality rate in
Mortality Rate 2015 for the city is significantly
lower than the national average.
The maternal mortality rate for
Maternal
0.2 2013 0.9 2013 both the City and the country is
Mortality Rate
close to 0%
Source: 2015 Census of Population, Philippine Statistics Authority; Batangas City Health Office;
Department of Health; Department of Education Division of Batangas City
2.3. Economic Development Indicators
Table 2-3. Economic Development Indicators

Indicator Batangas Base National Base Remarks
City Year Year
Population 15 years Batangas City is 0.35% of the
and over (labor 235,769 2015 66,622,000 2015 country’s total labor force
force)
Labor Force The labor force participation rate
Population Rate 49.32% 2012 64.20% 2012 of the City in 2012 is lower than
the national.
Batangas City’s employment rate
Employment Rate 96.97% 2012 93.00% 2012 is way better than the national
level in 2012
Unemployment rate in Batangas
Unemployment Rate 3.03% 2012 7.00% 2012 is lower compared to the national
average in 2012
Underemployment -
- - 20.00% 2012
Rate
Souce: 2015 Census of Population, Philippine Statistics Authority
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2.4. Infrastructure and Utilities Development Indicators
Table 2-4. Infrastructure and Utilities Development Indicators

Indicator Batangas Base Base Remarks
National
City Year Year
Percentage of
Batangas is doing slightly
Households with
61.00% 2015 55.00% 2015 better in comparison to the
access to secure tenure
national average
(owned or rented)
Almost all households in the
Percentage of
City has access to electricity
Households that have 97.37% 2015 88.5% 2015
which is significantly better
access to electricity
than the national level
Percentage of Almost all households in the
Households that have City has access to improved
96.95% 2015 82.8% 2015 water supply which is
access to improved
water supply significantly better than the
national level
Percentage of Almost all households in the
households that have City has access to sanitary
97.50% 2015 93.7% 2015 toilet facilities which is
access to sanitary toilet
facilities significantly better than the
national level
Source: 2015 Census of Population, Philippine Statistics Authority
2.5. Environment Indicators
Table 2-5. Environment Indicators

Batangas Base Base Remarks
Indicator National
City Year Year
Ambient
Water Class D 2017 - - -
Quality
558,269 The Green House Gas
Total GHG MtCO2e 157,600,000MtCO2e emissions of the City are lower
(industry sector 2010 (mostly came from energy 2012 compared to the national
Emissions
and and agriculture sector)
level.
transportation)
Noise Level Class B 2010 - - -
Source: Batangas City Environment and Natural Resource Office
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2.6. Institutional Development Indicators
Table 2-6. Institutional Development Indicators

Indicator Batangas Base National Base Remarks
City Year Year
2018 Annual PhP 1,827,120,000 2018 PhP 3,767,000,000,000 2018 0.05% share
Budget from the
national
budget
IRA 47.34% 2018 - -

Dependency
Source: City Budget Office; City Planning and Development Office
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Chapter 3: Sectoral Development Plan
3.0. Sectoral Development Plan
The Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) is a multi-sectoral development plan that is
closely related to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP). The CLUP is meant to be the
long-term management of the local territory, while the CDP is the action plan that is meant to be
utilized for the development and implementation of priority sectoral and cross-sectoral projects.
What makes the plan comprehensive is its coverage of the plans of the social, environmental,
economic, infrastructure and utilities, and institutional sectors, as well as cross-cutting
development agendas and priorities of the City of Batangas..
This chapter contains information regarding each sector’s goals, objectives, development
strategies, programs, and projects. The priority projects for each sector will be discussed
specifically their objectives, budget, and implementing bodies.
3.1. Vision and Mission
Vision
Internationally recognized progressive, secure, smart and resilient sustainable RRurban (Regional

Rural Urban) Port City, engaged in stable agro-industrial development and other profitable
businesses, strengthened by state-of-the-art infrastructures, amenities, technologies, and globally
competent and responsible citizens while conserving its biodiverse environment and rich cultural
heritage, governed by responsive ethical servant leaders.
Mission
To improve the quality of life of the citizens through sustained efforts to attain a balanced
agro-industrial development; to promote a business-friendly environment; to generate more
employment opportunities and to adequately provide the basic infrastructure utilities, facilities
and social services necessary for a robust and livable community.
3.2. Vision-Reality Gap Analysis
In this section, the operative words of the City's vision statement above are assessed qualitatively

to determine where the city stands at present. These operative words are as follows:
● Internationally recognized progressive, secure, smart and resilient sustainable RRurban

(Regional Rural Urban) Port City managed through good governance
● Stable agro-industrial development and other profitable businesses
● State-of-the-art infrastructures, amenities, and technologies
● Globally competent and responsible citizens
● Bio-diverse environment and rich cultural heritage
● Responsive ethical servant leaders
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Internationally Recognized RRurban (Regional Rural Urban) Port City
One of the immediate points of the Philippine Development Plan or the Ambisyon Natin 2040 is
strengthening the connectivity of the country to the rest of the world through improved
transportation systems and services. Batangas City can utilize this strategy by supporting the
development by the national government of the current international port to be a world class
port city.
This thrust is further supported by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals,
particularly Goal 9: build a resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and
foster innovation. This goal emphasizes the significance of investing in infrastructure
development, specifically for a world class international port in Batangas City. Achieving this
goal, the future internationally recognized RRurban port city concept will greatly impact
Batangas City in terms of economic development; quality, reliable, sustainable, and resilient
infrastructure; inclusive and sustainable industrialization; increased access of enterprises to
services and better integration to international value chains and markets; sustainable resource
use; and enhanced scientific research and technological capabilities.
It is further backed by Goal 17: revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development. It
aims to significantly increase the exports of developing countries, in particular with a view to
doubling the least developed countries' share of global exports by 2020 (Goal 17, Target 17.11).
One of the indirect influences to this impact is the third point of President Duterte's
Socio-economic Agenda which states, "Increase competitiveness and the ease of doing business.
This effort will draw upon successful models used to attract business to local cities, and pursue
the relaxation of the Constitutional restrictions on foreign ownership, except as regards land
ownership, in order to attract foreign direct investment."
To be internationally-recognized is to have the capacity and capability to accommodate global
demand and, at the same time, deliver services of international standards. Fostering the country's
international linkages through the development of the port city is a leap towards stronger
economic development.
Stable Agro-industrial Development and Other Profitable Businesses
The City of Batangas was dubbed as the major regional urban center under the Regional
Development Plan, which heavily influences the spatial strategy and economic investments in the
region. Due to its varied physical characteristics, Batangas City has also been identified as the
regional agro-industrial center and is suitable for industries requiring private port facilities.
Under the Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan, the Province of Batangas will

soon establish the Central Food Terminal of the region in Batangas City. The food terminal will
serve as a leading food processing and distribution, where accessible and modern facilities will be
provided to agricultural producers. Moreover, the food terminal will also act as a linkage between
agricultural producers with consumers, as well as to promote price stability.
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Batangas City is a strategic place to establish a food terminal, being a port city. One of the issues
that farmers usually face is not being able to supply or market their goods. The Central food
terminal will provide the farmers a platform to enhance their business and space for market. In
addition, the food terminal will promote fair competition within the agricultural industry.
State-of-the-art Infrastructures, Amenities, and Technologies
Batangas City aims to further improve the accessibility from and to Metro Manila with the
opening of new diversion road to the Southern Tagalog Arterial Road (STAR) Tollway towards
the city’s industrial zone. Through the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the
city is strongly hoping for the construction of a flyover at the STAR Tollway-Balagtas
intersection. Due to the natural deep harbors of Batangas Bay, it has 14 private seaports and
government seaports. R-=opening of the existing railroad line using an alternate route from
Calamba City to the Batangas Port is being considered by the national government.
Batangas City is currently host to five (5) natural gas fired power plants with a combined capacity
of approximately 3,211 MW supplying 40% requirement of the entire Luzon grid. Thus power
generation and supply are assured and more than sufficient to meet commercial, industrial, and
residential demands. Other power consortiums are also in the process of developing other power
plant projects.
Communication facilities such as telephone, fax, electronic mail, internet, cable and postage
mails, mobile phones and signal radios, and broadcast facilities are also readily available. Cable
television systems have existed for quite a long time.
With the establishment of the technologically-advanced educational facilities the Batangas State
University, the Lyceum University of Batangas, and the University of Batangas have joined the
ranks of localities with academic service providers with excellent, relevant and innovative
professional development programs.
These developments in Batangas City are also in line with the 9th UN Sustainable Development

Goals and the Ambisyon Natin 2040. Enhancing the interconnectivity between developments
inside the City and outwards into other growth centers will make a more efficient and sustainable
value chain. Moreover, investments in infrastructure such as transport, irrigation, energy and
information and communications technology are essential to achieving sustainable development
and capacitating communities within Batangas City.
Developments on infrastructure are in response to global warming as set in the strategic points
of the Philippine Development Plan 2017-2022, such as to address water sufficiency, sustainable
energy, and climate-smart industries and services. These are embedded and mainstreamed in the
local development plans, while improving strategies and approaches to disaster planning and
management in mitigating the adverse impact of natural hazards in the City.

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Globally Competent and Responsible Citizens
The goals of Agenda 21 are aligned with the goals of Batangas City which envisions a better
quality of life for all Filipinos. This includes the development of a just, moral, creative, spiritual,
economically-vibrant, caring, diverse yet unified society. The government plays an important role
in empowering its constituents to become globally competent and provide opportunities to
enhance their standard of living. To create globally competent residents, the city needs to be
globally competitive. There are three ways to meet these goals through social services: better
education system in support of global knowledge and skills; improve employability skills through
extensive training and workshops; and lastly, improve health and productivity through a strong
healthcare system..
Presently, the Department of Education (DepEd) through the City Division of Batangas and the

Batangas City Government aims to protect and promote the right of every Batangueño to
quality, equitable, culture -based and complete basic education. The Department of Education
should also aim to improve the education to meet the global standards. Educating the people,
especially the youth, will allow them to understand the world’s systems, global issues and
challenges, as well as, their part in responsible actions to promote justice, peace and sustainability.
These skills are essential to create responsible and competent citizens who would be able to
formulate the city’s future and address the challenges in a global manner, and consequently
enhance their way of life.
The City Government of Batangas through the City Social Welfare and Development Office are

responsible to protect the social welfare rights and promote social development of its
constituents. Currently, there are programs and services that aim to enhance the well-being of the
people including poverty programs, job training, healthcare and many more. There is a need to
include the people within the plan and implementation of social welfare which would allow them
to express their needs and concerns in relation to better their quality of life. In other words,
empowering them to voice out and to be participative in decision making, either directly or
indirectly would motivate them to be responsible and competent citizens, and take actions to
enhance their own lives.
Bio-diverse Environment and Rich Cultural Heritage
The plans were designed to make a path for individuals, families, households, and communities
to create an action plan for each ecosystem (marine, freshwater, upland and lowland terrestrial
and urban) in consideration of the interaction with various fauna and flora, as well as seascapes
and landscapes found within. The City Government, through its City Environment and Natural
Resources Office (City ENRO), in partnership with the Environmental Management Bureau
(EMB/DENR), and other law-enforcing agencies has made efforts to address the need for the
protection of the environment. The adoption and implementation of the Batangas City
Environment Code of 2010 as well as the Environmental Impact Statement System (Presidential
Decree 1586) provide strict enforcement of the country’s environmental protection laws.
Moreover, the City’s important role as one of the hosts for the Verde Island Passage, its
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protection and preservation has been materialized through the conjoined efforts of the City
government and the Verde Island Sanctuary Management Board (VISMB).
The promotion of Batangas City in terms of tourism development is a major priority with the
formulation of the city tourism master plan. However, the plans to protect the environment and
promote tourism which includes ecotourism and agritourism, need to coincide with each other
to ensure that tourism will not have a negative impact on the environment. The concept of
ecotourism essentially refers to the exploration of the natural environment, especially in
protected areas, and cultural interactions, which promote controlled measures such as low
volume of tourists but high valued experiences. Ecotourism also motivates awareness and
educates people about the environment and a life enhancing experience. Consequently,
ecotourism would promote the sustainability of the industry in the long run. Batangas City
should also involve and captivate the local communities on the importance and the main
components of ecotourism which are the ‘planet, people and profit’. Hence training local tourist
guides on ecotourism will help in maintaining the ecosystem and environment.
Responsive Ethical Servant Leaders
According to the United Nations, corruption, bribery, theft, and tax evasion cost a total of US$
1.26 trillion or approximately PhP 6,569 billion for developing countries per year. This aMt. of
money could be used to lift those who are living on less than US$ 1.25 or PhP 65 a day above it
for at least six years.
Aligned with the UN's SDG 16: “Promote a just, peaceful, and inclusive societies through strong

institutions,” the governments are urged, aside from tackling corruption within the system, to
reduce all forms of violence, promote the rule of law that ensures equal access to all, develop
accountable and transparent institutions at all levels, ensure inclusive and participatory
decision-making, ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms, and
strengthen international cooperation.
In the coming years, more and more developments and infrastructures will be built therefore
communication, in terms of the development’s objectives and its effect to the people and the
environment, should be conveyed effectively. Strict implementation of various laws such as the
Anti-red Tape Act, the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, and the Ease of Doing Business Act
in adherence to the Philippine Agenda 21 is also of utmost importance.
The same is envisioned in the provincial plan evident in its vision statement, "A world-class
destination governed by dedicated and professional political leadership, committed to one vision
and shared responsibilities geared towards better quality of life for all Batangueños".
"A high-trust society allows Filipinos to enjoy a panatag na buhay together with their families.
Extending to the bigger community, a high-trust society equals a matatag na pamayanan... A
high-trust society is the most durable bedrock for vibrant, culturally diverse, and resilient
communities of the Philippines..." (Ambisyon Natin 2040).

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Participatory Land Use Review of the Batangas City CLUP and ZO 2009-2018
Palafox Associates facilitated a land use review and planning workshop with the members of the

Technical Working Group and other representatives from the City Government of Batangas
during the Kick-off Meeting last February 15, 2018 at the Teachers’ Conference Center, Batangas
City.
The workshop aims to determine the current state of Batangas City through the lens of various
stakeholders and sectors of the City. It allows ample time for different views and interests to be
taken into account at the local level. It also facilitates extensive discussions at the sectoral level to
ensure that the process directly engages the concerned individuals. Moreover, it encouraged
participants to be fully involved in the facilitation of the City’s planning process.
Workshop Output
The Health Sector of Batangas City provides quality services to the majority of its citizens, IEC
campaigns are also being done to prevent diseases and promote healthy lifestyle. However, the
City lacks rehabilitation facilities for trafficked persons, prostitutes, and drug users and the
complete inclusion of indigent families to be covered by Philhealth Insurance is yet to be
attained.
SOCIAL SECTOR: RATING OF CURRENT SITUATION

HEALTH
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Strong health care system ✓
Extensive coverage of Philhealth ✓
City health office, through its rural ✓

health centers
Barangay health station provides ✓

complete medical and dental services
Continuing health campaigns among ✓

the communities on disease
prevention and better health and
lifestyle practices
The current number of health ✓

personnel is adequate
Weekdays to the residents ✓
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HEALTH
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
100% of indigent families are covered ✓

by Philhealth insurance
Facility for rehabilitation of trafficked ✓

persons, prostitutes, and drug users
Tertiary level health services are ✓

available in four hospitals and three
major clinics.
Sustain and intensified City Nutrition ✓

program
Legend: 1 - Least to 7 - Best describes the current situation.
Education sector is providing enough services for the students to thrive in school and
encouraging working-age residents to consider going back or finishing school. Availability of
scholarships for less fortunate children is also available which gives everyone a fair chance to
education. However, it is evident that the City lacks research as to what the present needs for
skills are hence, the incidence of job mismatches. The City should also improve their learning
facilities in terms of additional trainings for students to be more equipped academically and
increase the usage of industrial technologies.

EDUCATION
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
City is the center of learning in ✓

Batangas province and
CALABARZON region
All levels of education are offered in the ✓

various public and private learning
institutions
Promoted among working-age residents ✓
Public elementary and secondary

schools have:
● 1 teacher per 50 students ✓
● 1 classroom per 50 students ✓
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EDUCATION
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Scholarship programs for public ✓

education to qualified residents
More educational training facilities ✓

established in response to industry need
TESDA programs aligned with local ✓

skills demand
Increase in the use of industrial ✓

technology, and learning and training
opportunities
Schools provided space for expansion ✓
Colleges and universities and increased ✓

enrollment provided with traffic
management facilities
Establishment of satellite campuses in ✓

appropriate locations outside CBD
New schools not allowed in places ✓

where circulation is a problem
Acquired skills in school match job ✓

demands
Skills profiling (skills mapping) and ✓

assessment done
Legend: 1 (least) to 7 (best describes the current situation)
The City’s Social Welfare Sector is currently in good standing as its inclusivity encompasses
everyone. The programs of the City prioritize and cater to the needs and the well-being of its
citizens which results in less conflicts and high satisfaction rates.

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SOCIAL WELFARE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Active participation of civil society ✓

and church-based groups enhanced
social welfare programs
Comprehensive social and

development program for the
following sectors
● Children and Youth ✓
● Women ✓
● Elderly ✓
● Persons with disability ✓
● Family ✓
● Community ✓
● Individuals in crisis situations ✓
Early childhood care and ✓

development (day care) centers
provide supplemental care to
children aged 2-5 years old
Reduced incidence of family ✓

conflicts and separations increased
Parents are able to register live births ✓
Functional literacy improved among ✓

labor force
Labor force have secondary ✓

education
Local labor force absorbed by new ✓

establishments
Human trafficking, drug use, ✓

prostitution present at the
international port and others
stopped
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The City should improve the accessibility to recreation facilities and develop programs, policies
and allot funds to this sector.

RATING OF CURRENT SITUATION
SOCIAL SECTOR:
SPORTS AND RECREATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Ample sports and recreation ✓

facilities operated by government
and private sector groups are
accessible in most barangays
Local government implements ✓

sports policies and development
programs and allocated sufficient
funds

Relocation of the informal settlers should be improved and aim for 100% relocation and an
ordinance prohibiting the construction of houses along concrete roads going up to Mt. Banoy
and in steeply sloping areas should be done.

HOUSING
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Informal settlers, especially in ✓

government lots relocated
Increasing number of

ISF/structure along coastal ✓
areas/riverbanks
New houses not allowed in steeply

sloping areas ✓

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The current state of the city’s safety and security sector is good as fire stations and facilities are
adequate, in good condition and accessible.

SAFETY AND SECURITY
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Police and fire facilities and ✓

equipment are adequate
Fire station transferred to a more ✓

strategic/spacious site
24/7 police visibility ✓
Presence of adequate evacuation ✓

centers and other logistics support
Presence of CCTV and street lights ✓

in strategic public places

The operation of the international port and increased investments in industrial facilities along
with availing of the incentives of the Batangas City Investment Incentive Code of 2014 by the
investors, resulted in the increased employment and business opportunities.

ECONOMY
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Increased employment and ✓

business opportunities because of
the operation of international port
Higher tourist arrivals in the city ✓

and province
Increase in investments in industrial ✓
facilities
DOE-ER 1-94 benefits availed by ✓

the City Government
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ECONOMY
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Development grants and ✓

partnerships with international
institutions availed
Foreign investments increasing ✓
Employment in foreign firms ✓

increasing
The employment and livelihood of the people have improved given that employment rates have
increased and the unemployment rate decreased. Livelihood is also thriving and the City
Government has been giving assistance to the people. There is sufficient supply of major
agricultural products and poverty incidence have decreased with the families net income higher
than previous years and mostly coming from planting crops.

ECONOMIC SECTOR
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Employment and livelihood
Increased employment opportunities ✓
Underemployed members are ✓

gainfully employed
40 hours a week work are available to ✓

job-seekers
Fattener swine provide gainful ✓

employment and income
Net income from mango production ✓

recorded an estimated net income of
Php 100,000 per hectare
Tourism potential as a service

industry maximized
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ECONOMIC SECTOR
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Investments in tourism and its allied ✓

services increased
Identified and developed key tourism ✓

sites including agri-tourism
Micro, small and medium enterprises ✓

(MSME’s) supported in product
development and market matching
assistance for micro, small and
medium enterprises
Formulated tourism master plan ✓
Increased number of enterprises with ✓

licenses to operate from the Bureau
of Food and Drugs (BFAD)
Financial assistance and product ✓

promotion for micro, small and
medium scale enterprises
Livelihood opportunities provided for ✓

fisher folks who help protect the
marine sanctuaries
Study and review of various forms of ✓

assistance provided to 63 cooperatives
Food Sufficiency
Sufficient production and local supply

of major agricultural products such as:
● Yellow corn ✓
● Root crops and tubers ✓
● Vegetables and fruits ✓
● Fish and its products ✓
● Poultry and cattle ✓
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ECONOMIC SECTOR
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Poverty incidence
The poverty incidence has decreased ✓

from 22.58% of families or 66,663
persons or 13,333 families considered
poor now have enough income to
satisfy their minimum food and other
basic requirements for living.
Utilization of abundant “idle” lands in ✓
the area
Increasing number of farmers and ✓

farm workers
Costs of production inputs managed ✓
Higher net income derived from

agricultural production of:
● Chico, atis, and banana ✓

production registered higher
than Php 40,000 per hectare
of land
● Coconut higher than Php ✓

50,000 per hectare of land
● Root crops higher than Php ✓

30,000 per hectare
● Corn higher than Php 28,000 ✓

per hectare
● Tamarind/siniguelas higher ✓
than Php 24,000
● Coffee and cacao and ✓

vegetables higher than Php
20,000
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The entirety of the environment sector shows that they lack efficient enforcement of their
policies as the occurrence of flood and the presence of informal settlers is still happening at
present. The waste disposal is another problem as some industries dispose of their untreated
wastewater directly to the water bodies which affects the sanitation and health of the City and its
people. However, the City’s enforcement on the local ordinance on the disposal of hazardous
waste is effective.

ENVIRONMENT AND RATING OF CURRENT SITUATION
NATURAL RESOURCES
SECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Environmental sanitation, reduced ✓

flooding and disasters in informal
settlements along riverbanks and coastal
zones
Local ordinance on proper disposal of ✓

hazardous wastes, such as industrial
waste and medical wastes, enforced
LGU organized and enforces proper ✓

waste disposal
Funding and program/project for ✓

disposal of hazardous waste disposal
Pollution and hazards controlled in ✓

industrial areas
Pollution-related illnesses among

industrial workers and has host ✓
community residents minimized
Forest resources are being preserved through stopping activities that result in its degradation
such as illegal logging, kaingin, quarrying, charcoal making, mining and the creation of
environmental laws and enforcing strict implementation.
Coastal and marine resources sector should intensify the proper disposal of solid and liquid
wastes and the total banning of dynamite and cyanide fishing. While water quality monitoring is
being done, the sewerage and sewage system of the City should be established, septic tanks
should be improved, Calumpang River should be given priority to enforce its restoration and
proper solid and liquid waste disposal should also be prioritized.
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Regulation of the City's air quality and solid waste management is currently in a good state with a
need for improvement in waste segregation and treatment of wastewater discharge.

NATURAL RESOURCES
SECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Forest Resources
Logging in Talumpok, Sto. Niño and ✓

Talahib Pandayan stopped
Kaingin/shifting cultivation in all the 8 ✓

barangays in Mt. Banoy watershed,
namely: Talumpok, Cumba, Bilogo,
Conde, Sto. Niño, Sto. Domingo,
Talahib Pandayan, and San Miguel
stopped
Charcoal making in 4 barangays, namely ✓
Cumba, Sto. Niño, Sto. Domingo and
Talahib Pandayan stopped
Quarrying in Sto. Niño stopped or ✓

regulated
Mining in Talumpok and Sto. Domingo ✓

stopped or regulated
Forest areas above 18% in slope, ✓

including parts of watersheds, foreshore
land, creeks, and river easements,
prevented from titling:
Available data and map on land ✓

classification of Batangas City from the
DENR and City Government
Monitoring and law enforcement by the ✓
DENR is focused on industries located
along the Batangas Bay
Landscaping and greening of City’s ✓

business district
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NATURAL RESOURCES
SECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Equipment and facilities in the City ✓

ENRO help carry out its mandate in
planning and monitoring
DENR is enforcing environmental laws ✓

in the City’s forested and central
business district
Personnel in the City ENRO with ✓

technical know-how in planning and
management of natural environments
such as forest lands
Barangay LGU’s effectively implement ✓

environmental laws and regulations
Impacts of air pollution from vehicles ✓

reduced by enforcing smoke belching
law
Monte Maria development enhanced ✓

trees and vegetation and environmental
of nearby nature areas
Wildlife Resources
Inventory of wildlife resources ✓

particularly Mt. Banoy and Batangas
Bay and rivers
Coastal and Marine Resources
Integration of the 1999 ✓

IMO/PEMSEA Program, Zoning,
strategies and guidelines in the CLUP
The population residing in the coastal ✓

areas disposed solid and liquid wastes
properly;
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NATURAL RESOURCES
SECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Use of Verde Island passage as a sea ✓

lane regulated to enhance
environmental integrity of marine
ecosystem in the area: no. of soils and
dumping of garbage by sea vessels and
other commercial boats
Coral Reefs
Coral reefs on the eastern side of ✓

Batangas Bay reintroduced;
Good coral cover in Matoc Point and ✓

Barangay Tabangao Aplaya;
Declining pollution load in Batangas ✓

Bay
Ban on dynamite and cyanide and use ✓

of fine mesh implemented among
fisher folks
Fishing regulated in Batangas Bay ✓

during spawning season
Coastal Fisheries
Increasing fish catch in Batangas Bay ✓

since 2006 PEMSEA study;
Oil spills from vessels eliminated ✓
Pollution from industrial discharges ✓

reduced
Mangroves
Badjao migrants in Wawa and Malitam ✓

propagate and care for mangrove trees
and associated species (e.g. aroma
trees); use other lumber for repair of
houses and other fuel sources for
cooking;
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NATURAL RESOURCES
SECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Shellfish and other products of ✓

mangrove areas that are sources of
food and livelihood for some fishing
families have increased
Mineral Resources
Gold mining excavations in Barangays ✓

Talumpok and Sto. Domingo are
regulated and properly recovered
Small scale sand and gravel mining ✓

along the coasts of Wawa and Malitam
areas, along the river of Sto. Niño
regulated
Mineral resource inventory of Batangas ✓

City conducted
Urban Environment Quality
Calumpang River, the major river in ✓

Batangas City cleaned
Sewerage and sewage system ✓

established
Proper solid and liquid waste disposal ✓

implemented by households living
along the riverbanks
Water quality monitoring of the river ✓

segments in the Poblacion, or central
business, urban barangays and
residential districts
Water quality monitoring done in ✓

industrial areas where effluent
discharges and ambient river and
coastal water quality are monitored and
analyzed regularly by commissioned
third party laboratories.
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NATURAL RESOURCES
SECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Informal settlers in Sta. Clara with ✓

sanitary toilets and proper disposal
facilities.
Households and commercial ✓

establishments with septic tanks; less
household discharge their sewage
directly into rivers and coastal waters or
in storm water drainage systems that
drain to rivers and coastal waters or
directly on land
Septic tanks improved and sealed to ✓

prevent leaching and contaminating
groundwater
The intrusion of salt-water in areas ✓

along Batangas bay has contaminated
water supply from deep wells from
sampling of domestic water from
different sources in 5 barangays: San
Miguel, Tabangao, Aplaya, Sta. Rita,
Karsada, Poblacion, and Paharang
West.
Private businesses extract groundwater ✓

with permits and regular monitoring /
reporting.
Air Quality Management
Increasing air pollution in the City ✓

Center due to the increasing number of
vehicles (tricycles, jeepneys, and private
cars)
Available data on ambient air quality ✓

monitoring by EMB or LGU
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NATURAL RESOURCES
SECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Air quality monitoring is done in ✓

industrial areas (Barangay Ilijan,
Tabangao and Simlong) where CEMS
and ambient air quality monitoring
stations are established and air quality
measurements are regularly generated
by commissioned third party
laboratories to be used by EMB in
determining the compliance of
industries to air quality standards.
Toxic and Hazardous Waste

Management
Toxic and hazardous wastes from ✓

industries and households along
Calumpang River and coastal waters
reduced
Chemical pollution, pesticide residue ✓

(cadmium, lead, and copper) no longer
detected in the mouth of Calumpang
River (MPP-EAS. 1999; Calamari and
de los Reyes. 1997; Gonzales et. al.
2006)
Households’ solid wastes, sewage from ✓

households, discharges from
slaughterhouses, poultry and piggeries,
hospitals, laboratories, hotels and
restaurants, laundering and quarrying
activities are treated properly.
Solid Waste Management
Sanitary landfill in Barangay San Jose ✓

Sico no longer contaminates the Talon
river at its western boundary, with its
leachate nor from direct surface run-off
from the dumpsite.
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NATURAL RESOURCES
SECTOR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Industrial and medical toxic and ✓

hazardous wastes are segregated,
disposed separately collected by
authorized service providers.
Many households practice waste ✓

segregation.
Regular collection of solid wastes from ✓

households is adequate.
Dumping of wastes along the bay’s ✓

shoreline, particularly in the Wawa
mangrove area, curbed.

Major opportunities in the transport and infrastructure sector is the availability of areas for
future developments and the need for more collaborative coordination both with City
government and the private entities. Likewise, the traffic management is good as national roads
are being repaired and various efforts are being done to decongest the City.

TRANSPORTATION AND RATING OF CURRENT SITUATION
INFRASTRUCTURE SECTOR
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Transportation
Well established transportation/traffic ✓

management institutions/agencies
Qualified/competent and available ✓

manpower
Adequate financial resources ✓
Availability of land area for future ✓

developments
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Better coordination between utility ✓

companies and LGU
CBD traffic smoothly flowing ✓
Narrow and substandard existing roads ✓

increased capacity with no parking,
proper loading and unloading zones,
clearing of sidewalks for pedestrians
Alternative road access provided to ✓

CBD
Properties or ROW acquired ✓
ROW standards enforced through ✓

building permits
Coordination between LGU with ✓

LTFRB over PUJ and PUB franchises
Repair of national roads by DPWH ✓

coordinated and implemented
Adequate parking spaces provided in ✓

CBD and public assembly places
Adequate number of traffic enforcers in ✓

strategic intersections
Increased investments in are opened to ✓

STAR toll road
STAR tollway a fully direction- ✓

segregated expressway
Proposed major national port/rail ✓

projects to pass through or terminates
the at the city
International recognition of rich marine ✓

biodiversity
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Local resources made adequate for ✓

increasing migrants
Outsiders’ perception improved ✓

regarding the city’s local conditions
(congested, too far, etc.)
Access eastward is improved with

additional/widening of existing two (2) ✓
bridges to accommodate the present
traffic demand.
Traffic management facilities adequate,

including in front of schools ✓
Relocation of major traffic generators ✓
Public transport facilities, routes ✓

integrated
Loading and unloading of jeepneys and ✓

tricycles are provided.
Parking on roadway/ shoulders of CBD ✓

roads restricted
Truck traffic moved to alternative roads ✓
Reduced accident occurrence and foster ✓

police response.
The conduct of the vision reality gap analysis in the form of participatory land use review
workshop is very essential to determine the gaps between the vision or the ideal state of the city
in comparison to its existing situation. Through the various sectoral indicators (social,
environment, economic, infrastructure and utilities and institutional) which came from the
visioning exercise, data from the ecological profile and other local development indicators,
stakeholders from the city were able to assess and evaluate the degree of attainment and/or
non-attainment of a particular vision element. Results showed that the following vision elements
have been attained for the past nine (9) years: (1) diversified economy, (2) tourist-friendly, and (3)
quality infrastructure, and more efforts in terms of environmental and leadership management
are needed to attain the City's state of being an (4) international gateway and having a (5) safe
environment.
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3.3 Cross-Sectoral Development Goals
The urbanization of Batangas City reflects transformations in the socio-economic status of its
residents—most notably a shift from the agricultural sector in the countryside towards industry
and services in the urban core. This urbanization has improved economic activity, prosperity, and
quality of life.
However, urbanization does not necessarily mean an enjoyment of social, economic, cultural,
civil, and political rights for all. This change has been associated with inequality, exclusion,
segregation, and unequal access to services and opportunities. The cross-sectoral challenges of a
city, such as poverty, environment, gender, climate change, and disaster risk are of critical
relevance to development and needs to be addressed by policies and actions across sectors.
These cross-cutting issues are key to development in Batangas City that will realize the full
potential of urbanization, and where all residents can contribute to the urban life and economy.
An overview of cross-sectoral goals that will require a multi-sectoral approach between and
among the Batangas City government and national government agencies are discussed below.
Poverty Alleviation
● Reduce the number of Batangas City residents in extreme poverty
● Implement appropriate local social protection systems and achieve significant coverage
of the poor and the vulnerable in Batangas City
● Ensure that all residents, in particular the poor and the vulnerable, have equal access to
adequate, safe, and affordable housing and basic services
● Pursue development of local economic drivers such as industry, agriculture, and tourism
● Promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization
Sustainable Use of Air, Water, Land and Marine Environments

● Promote the implementation of sustainable management of Batangas City’s biodiverse
ecosystems by strengthening the implementation of the Environmental Code (E-Code)
● Integrate ecosystem and biodiversity values into local planning, development processes,
and strategies
● Conserve and sustainably use environmental resources for Batangas City’s sustainable
development
● Upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable, with increased
resource-use efficiency and greater adoption of green building technologies
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Mainstreaming Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction and
Management
● Strengthen Batangas City’s resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and
natural disasters
● Integrate climate change measures into local policies, strategies and planning
● Improve information, education, and communication of, as well as institutional capacity
on, climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning
● Develop quality, reliable, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure that is affordable and
accessible to all
● Strengthen Greenhouse Gas (GHG) monitoring and evaluation for sound policy-making

Gender and Development
● End all forms of gender-based discrimination in Batangas City
● Ensure full and effective participation and equal opportunities for all genders in political,
economic, and public life
● Adopt and strengthen local policies and enforceable legislation for the promotion of
gender equality and the empowerment

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3.4. Sectoral Development Plans
3.4.1. Social Development Plan
The Social Development Plan focuses on the City's goals, objectives, and development strategies

for education, health, housing, protective services, and other social welfare priorities. This
sectoral development plan includes proposed programs, projects, and activities designed to
address the issues and concerns pertaining to the social well-being of the local constituency and
to support the city's vision for the social sector.
Goals
The overall goal of the social sector is to improve the quality of life and alleviate poverty among
the City's residents through improved access to adequate, affordable and quality social services,
and promoting peaceful and orderly communities.
Sub-sectoral Goals
● Improved physical well-being through expanded and improved quality health services
that are accessible, available, and affordable
● Educated citizens capable of improving and supporting themselves
● Total well-being and development of individuals, families and communities through
accessible and quality social welfare services for children, youth, women, senior citizens
and persons with disability
● Dignified settlements that are safe, peaceful, and secure housing for all, especially the
vulnerable
● Managed in-migration in consideration of the City's social services
● An attractive place to live with world-class sports and culture facilities
● A peaceful, secure, orderly, and livable Batangas City
Objectives and Targets

● To reduce malnutrition, morbidity and mortality due to communicable and
non-communicable diseases
● To expand and improve the City’s nutrition program
● To rehabilitate and improve existing health facilities to be PhilHealth Accredited
● To establish PhilHealth Accredited health centers in barangays not yet served
● To have competent and adequate number of health personnel to serve the population's
needs
● To provide educational facilities to meet the city's growing population
● To improve teaching environments taught by highly competent faculty and staff, with
ideal student-teacher ratios, and modern facilities and equipment
● To increase the recipients of the City’s scholarship program
● To provide decent and affordable housing to residents
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● To increase beneficiaries of socialized housing programs, especially those in high risk
areas
● To construct in-situ housing programs for Informal Settler Families
● To produce healthy, contented, productive, and well-disciplined citizenry
● To expand and improve the effectiveness of social services for children, youth, women,
senior citizens and persons with disability
● To ensure responsible and orderly migration to the City and ensuring their productivity
and integration to public life
● To develop culture, sports, recreation, leisure and other public open spaces that are safe,
secure, and accessible to all
● To promote peace, stability, human rights and effective governance, by enforcing
non-discriminatory laws and policies for sustainable development

Development Strategies
● Assessment of the demands and the existing programs, projects, and activities
concerning health
● Review and implementation of DOH guidelines and programs
● Attract medical and allied professions to practice in the City
● Plan and program funding for health programs such as the promotion of nutrition,
awareness of HIV/AIDS and STDs, and healthy lifestyles
● Encourage public-private partnerships in the delivery of health centers and facilities
● Assessment of current educational system in the City
● Partnership with private sectors to invest in educational facilities
● Capacity development of education professionals
● Assessment of housing supply, demand, and other factors such as vulnerable and
protected areas
● Prioritize in-city socialized housing for residents, especially those in high-risk locations
● Identify and use suitable construction materials and technology that are climate-proof
and sustainably sourced
● Provision of areas suitable for residential use and resettlement of informal settlers
● Encourage public-private partnerships in the provision of housing stock and socialized
housing
● Assessment of the present social welfare programs, projects, and activities
● Identification of key stakeholders and beneficiaries for efficient and targeted
implementation of social welfare programs, projects, and activities
● Support for entrepreneurial, skill-improvement and other livelihood programs that can
be participated in by all regardless of age or gender
● Identification of push and pull factors of the City's migration situation
● Plan services for facilitation and integration of migrant population
● Assessment of existing sports and recreation facilities in the City
● Prioritize completion of major sports facilities such as the grandstand, oval, and city
sports complex
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● Mainstreaming of people-centered urban design principles for culture, sports, recreation,
leisure and other public open spaces that foster vibrant public life
● Assessment and review of the City's ordinances, relevant provisions of the Local
Government Code, and other policies related to ensuring a peaceful, secure, orderly, and
livable city

Programs and Projects
● Sustained healthcare through the expansion and improvement of EBD Health Card
● Expansion and improvement of the Batangas City Nutrition Program
● Computerization and Application of GIS for City Health Information
● Capacity Building and Recruitment Program of Health Workers
● Expansion of the City’s Immunization Program
● Mobile health clinic services in all barangays
● Sustainable implementation of all the different health programs to address the
communicable and non-communicable diseases; and other health related concerns
● Availability of State of the Art or latest models of medical equipment and supplies
● Construction of more Philhealth accredited barangay healthcare facilities
● Construction of additional PhilHealth accredited lying-in facilities/ birthing home
facilities
● Construction of a New City Health Office
● Continuous maintenance of health care facilities
● Provision of education-related support facilities
● Strengthening and expansion of EBD Scholarship Program
● Construction of additional school buildings/facilities and provision of education-related
support facilities
● Implementation of Summer BRIDGE program, a career guidance program for incoming
college students
● Repair and upgrading of Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Centers
● Construction of New Early Child Care and Development Centers as mandated by the
Early Years Act of 2013 or RA 10410
● Implementation of socialized housing project for qualified government employees and
informal settler families beneficiaries
● Resettlement of informal settlers from high risk areas to safe relocation sites and other
on-site development
● Construction of on-site housing through the Community Mortgage Program
● Identification and inventory of government lands for resettlement
● Operation of Bagong Pag-Asa Transition Home
● Construction of Youth Home Centers
● Construction of Tahanan in Selected Rurban Site
● Emergency Welfare Shelter Assistance Programs
● Balik Probinsya Program
● Family Welfare Program
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● LGBTQIA+ Program
● Senior Citizen Welfare Program
● Persons with Disability Welfare Program
● Families with Vulnerable/at Risk Children Program
● Social Protection Development Programs
● Reconstruction of City Social Welfare and Development Office
● Foster Home Program
● Improvement of Senior Citizen Centers
● Establishment of Resource Center for PWD
● Rapid development and assessment of the different dimensions of migrants’ situations to
better understand their living conditions, and to understand how migration impacts
health, income, education and other areas
● Implementation of livelihood, education, and integration program for migrants
● Enhancement of Professional Skills and Competencies of Social Development Workers
● Completion of the City Grandstand, City Sports Complex, and other venues for sports
and cultural activities
● Upgrading of City Track Oval and other existing sports facilities
● Development of public open spaces, pocket parks, or urban gardening opportunities in
all barangays
● Drafting of initial guidelines for urban design and public open space development
● Information and education campaign to promote the rule of law and human rights for
all, emphasizing relevant local and national projects and policies meant to ensure a
peaceful, secure, orderly, and livable city
● Provision of security and visitor outposts throughout the City to promote safety and
orderliness

Proposed Legislations
● An ordinance to support the construction of new health facilities in the City
● Amend existing ordinances to support the City’s existing health programs
● An ordinance to support the construction of new educational support facilities and
capacity building of education professionals in the City
● An ordinance localizing the implementation of RA 10410 for ECCD Programs
● An ordinance to provide support for the creation and implementation of the City’s
Emergency Welfare Program for Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS)
● An ordinance to develop social welfare programs to support talented and gifted children
● An ordinance providing support for the Family and Community Welfare Programs to
promote better health, community building, and information dissemination
● An ordinance providing support for the creation and implementation of Senior Citizen
Welfare programs such as Senior Citizens’ Day
● An ordinance supporting the different Social Welfare Programs for Persons with
Disabilities
● Amend and update existing ordinances which will protect women, children, and elderly
● An ordinance to support the identification and inventory of government land as
resettlement sites and housing
● An ordinance to initiate livelihood, education and integration programs for migrants
● An ordinance to support the development of sports, culture, and public spaces
● An ordinance to support protective services throughout the city to ensure peace and
order
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3.4.2. Economic Development Plan

The Economic Development Plan focuses on the City's goals, objectives, and development
strategies for the agricultural, industrial, services and tourism priorities. This sectoral
development plan includes proposed programs, projects, and activities designed to promote
further economic growth that is aligned with the City's vision to be an integrated port and
agro-industrial center.

Goals
The overall goal for the economic sector is increased employment opportunities and income,
and reduced poverty incidence among the City's residents by promoting an investment-friendly
environment.

Sub-sectoral Goals
● Sustained growth of the City's agricultural, industrial, and tourism sectors by creating and
supporting the development of cooperatives and a thriving agro-industry
● Achieve ISO certification as a testament to the City's operations and good governance
practices for consideration of foreign and local investors alike
● Strengthen partnerships for investment with other local governments, the private sector,
national government, civil society organizations, and other groups supportive of the
City's development
● Batangas City as a local and international tourism destination
● Batangas City as a financial and knowledge services industry hub

● To identify strategic areas where appropriate economic activities will be undertaken that
are compatible with environmental and zoning regulations of the City government
● To implement the development framework and national policies that will guide the
growth of the City's industry and commerce, maximizing the use of the Batangas
Container Port Terminal in collaboration with the Philippine Ports Authority and other
national government agencies
● To create more jobs, increase employment rates and wages for the City's residents
● To provide technical assistance to farmers and agro-industrial entrepreneurs
● To encourage product and market development for micro and small enterprises
● To increase the number of local and international tourists and provide the supporting
infrastructure facilities and marketing
● To identify and promote ecotourism and agro-tourism in the City
● To attract more investors for industrial, port-related, and logistics activities

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● Assess the economic profile of the city to identify strong sectors and potential sectors for
development and update development framework in line with national legislation and
local development trends
● Promote the City as an investment destination by emphasizing its role as a gateway to the
CALABARZON and national economy
● Identify and understand the agro-industrial value chain of the City and trading partners
● Prepare a tourism plan including heritage, natural resources, trails, accommodation and
sports and recreation
● Prioritize tourism areas already known such as Isla Verde, Mt. Banoy, and Calumpang
River front.

● Identify tourism resources and destinations for potential investors
● Formulation of the Batangas City Tourism Master Plan
● Establish Sustainable and Environment friendly eco-tourism projects in areas along Mt.
Banoy, Calumpang River front and Isla Verde
● Development of the Batangas City Esplanade Project
● Opening and operation of Batangas City new market
● Improvement/rehabilitation of two (2) existing City markets
● Development of idle land utilization policy and program
● Enhance agricultural productivity through projects in the following activities:
- Conduct trainings, meetings, and coaching for potential farmers and
entrepreneurs
- Establishment of Dairy Cattle Farm
- Promotion and marketing of locally produced agricultural products
- Feasibility study for the establishment of cold storage facilities
- Promotion and implementation of Coral Farming
- Promotion of farm tourism industry
- Expansion and Modernization of "Pakaskas" Industry
- Provision of Soft Loan for sustainable organic farming/livelihood and economic
activities through animal dispersal loan program
- Establishment of "AA" Class Slaughterhouse/ Poultry Dressing Plant
- Establishment of Animal Diagnostic Laboratory
- Establishment of New City Agriculture Office
- Conducts farmers and fisherfolks forum
● Promote and encourage investments in various industries through the following
activities:
- Establish an attractive environment that would cater to both local and foreign
investors such as designated economic zones, incentives, one stop shop
permitting and processing, and the like
- Create a Techno Hub that would incubate products of local manufacturers
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- Adopt innovative ways for business registration and payment
- Strengthen promotional campaigns/advertising
- Automation of government transactions for investors

● Full implementation of the Batangas City Investment Incentives Code of 2014
● Updating the Batangas City Revenue Code
● ISO plan to be included in the City Annual Investment Plan and the City Annual Budget
● Formulation and implementation of an ordinance on the use of idle lands, both in the
urban and rural areas for agricultural and other uses

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3.4.3. Environmental Management Plan

The Environmental Management Plan presents the City's goals, objectives, and development
strategies for its natural environment and resources. This sectoral development plan includes
proposed programs, projects, and activities that will promote responsible resource use and
sustainable ecosystem development.

Goal
The overall goal of the environmental sector is to improve the quality of the natural and built
environments, including the City’s air, water, land, and marine environments to support the City’s
sustainable development.

Sub-sectoral Goals
● A bio-diverse environment that is valued, protected, and sustained
● City environmental policy grounded in data collection, monitoring, and evaluation
● Establishment of eco-tourism zones, protected wetlands, and watersheds
● Strengthened E-Code implementation by the City
● Efficient and sustainable solid waste management system
● Climate proof and disaster ready infrastructure facilities

● To increase monitoring and protection of the City’s bio-diverse environment
● To establish ecotourism activities and rehabilitation programs throughout the City's
natural attractions
● To form a Calumpang River Rehabilitation and Restoration Council
● To establish the City's data collection, monitoring, and evaluation systems through the
creation and implementation of the Batangas City Environmental Compliance
Monitoring System and GHG Tracker (Eco Tracker) and Environmental Laboratory
● To improve compliance with environmental legislation and standards such as the
environmental impact assessment system and the national waste management policies
● To avoid, mitigate, or reduce climate and disaster related risks and hazards to people and
property, and other infrastructure
● To encourage interagency technological interconnectivity for CCA-DRRM coordination
and environmental monitoring
● To implement renewable energy projects in identified barangays
● To introduce the use and adoption of e-vehicles in the City’s transport system

● Identify protected areas and inform the public of ecosystems' importance and the
necessary protection and exclusion actions
● Coordinate with national and regional agencies for cross-boundary rehabilitation of rivers
(Calumpang), watersheds, and marine protected areas
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● Assessment of interconnectivity, data-sharing, and coordination constraints with regard
to environmental protection and monitoring
● Support inter-agency coordination through agreements and/or legislation
● Program funding for the establishment of environmental monitoring systems such as the
Eco-Tracker, Environmental Lab, and geographic information systems
● Review implementation of E-Code and identify areas for improvement or stricter
compliance
● Assessment and review of the City’s waste management policies and plans
● Conduct an inventory and assessment of vulnerable facilities and infrastructure given
their climate and geo-hazard risks
● Prepare a plan of action for climate-proofing identified facilities
● Prepare a renewable energy electrification plan for identified barangays
● Collaborate with Department of Energy and other private stakeholders for the adoption
of E-vehicles in the City’s transport system

● Calumpang Watershed Rehabilitation and Restoration Program
● Creation of Calumpang River Development Authority
● MPA Conservation and Creation of Alternative Livelihood Program
● Tingga Falls Rehabilitation Program
● Introduction of phyto-remediation technologies using plants in Tingga Falls
● Site inspection and reconnaissance of candidate area for Constructed Wetlands
● Construction of Constructed Wetlands (CW)
● Operation and Maintenance of Constructed Wetlands
● Creation of Connections for the Constructed Wetlands Service Area
● Fully operational and 100% connection of effluent discharge points from sources to the
Constructed Wetlands
● Hydrogeological characterization of Batangas City ground water
● Mangrove and other vegetation rehabilitation
● Coral Reef Assessment and Monitoring
● Promotion and implementation of coral farming
● Information, Education and Communication Campaign of the E-code
● Mobilization and Training of E-code Enforcers from all barangays
● Amendment to adapt existing and new Legislations for the E-code (Air Quality, Solid
Waste, Toxic Waste)
● Integrate GIS map tracking ecological situation continuously
● Completion of the Batangas City Environmental Laboratory
● Environment Protection and Preservation Program
● Protect, preserve and sustain the City’s biodiverse environment; strict implementation of
E-Code and strict protection in Isla Verde Marine Protected Area (MPA)
● Implementation of Environmental Tracking System
● Closure of Non-Compliant Poultry and Livestock Farm Operation
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● Construction of Sanitary Landfill
● Dredging of Calumpang River (Wawa, Malitam portions and other areas)
● CCA-DRRM Mainstreaming Program
● Relocation of settlements living in disaster prone areas
● Full operation of the City DRRM Command Center
● Distribution of flood evacuation map of each flood-susceptible barangay
● Resilient and Disaster Proof Infrastructure Program
● Close monitoring and implementation of guidelines and policy regarding the operation of
industries and other businesses
● Investment in carbon forest projects
● Formulation of Barangay Disaster Contingency Plan
● Establishment of community-based early warning system
● Construction of additional City Evacuation Centers
● Introduction and adoption of E-vehicles in the City’s public transport system
● Complete compliance of land uses to the E-code, Clean Water Act and Solid Waste
Disposal

● An ordinance supporting the creation of the Calumpang River Development Authority
● An ordinance for the creation of the Batangas City Eco-Tour program
● An ordinance supporting the strict implementation of environmental laws and strict
compliance to the E-Code
● An ordinance for the construction of the Environmental Laboratory
● An ordinance supporting the improvement or construction of resilient and disaster proof
infrastructure
● An ordinance supporting the mainstreaming of the CCA-DRRM plan and the
inter-agency agreements
● An ordinance supporting the Barangay Solar Micro-Grid Electrification Program
● An ordinance supporting the adoption of E-vehicles in the City’s public transport system

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3.4.4. Infrastructure and Physical Development Plan

The Infrastructure and Physical Development Plan presents the City's goals, objectives, and
development strategies in relation to transport, utilities, and other infrastructure needs. This
sectoral development plan includes proposed programs, projects, and activities identified to
enable the movement of people and goods, and to support social and economic activities.

Goals
The overall goal of the infrastructure sector is to provide infrastructure services to support and
sustain the development of the City.

Sub-sectoral Goals
● Become a globally competitive port city
● Establish a comprehensive, reliable, and inclusive mass transportation system, with a
Transport System Command Center
● Increased mobility of people, goods, and social services
● Improve and establish a quality waste management system
● Mitigate flooding through planning and construction of drainage, sewerage, and
waterways
● Improve access to safe and reliable water supply in different barangays
● Development of alternative and renewable energy sources
● Development of safe, durable, and disaster resilient infrastructure projects, facilities,
utilities

● To decongest the identified traffic routes
● To reduce travel time to and from the port
● To reduce or mitigate damages of flooding, and other hazards especially along the
Calumpang River and other identified flood hazard zones and coastal barangays
● To control the maximum allowable peak runoff to be discharged from development sites
to the public drains
● To increase household adoption of sanitary practices and coverage of sewerage services
● To reduce the volume of final disposal requirements at sanitary landfill sites and MRFs
● To encourage private sector investment in alternative and renewable energy

● Assessment of the existing conditions of transport infrastructure
● Prioritize plans to develop around the existing transport network to achieve highest
integration and least costs
● Propose traffic management schemes that are aligned to the proposed land use
● Formulate and implement a Traffic Management Plan for the City, especially in
transit-oriented development zones and heavy traffic areas
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● Study the feasibility of a passenger bus and rail system, as well as a cargo rail system to
support the operations of the port
● Provide planning and programming fund for command center development, amenities,
equipment, etc.
● Formulate a master development plan for the drainage, sewerage, and sewers in the City
● Assessment of agricultural infrastructure such as irrigation, farm to market roads, access
to utilities
● Review and implement national legislation and standards for waste management and
pollution
● Encourage public-private partnerships for the delivery of infrastructure
● Construct disaster resilient infrastructure facilities, and utilities to mitigate damages to life
and properties

● Identification of road network system for rehabilitation
● Identification of possible road network opening and parking sites
● Formulation and implementation of traffic management plan
● Formulation and implementation of drainage and sewerage master plan
● Creation of traffic ordinance, memorandum, and policies
● Installation of additional directional signage, CCTV cameras, and traffic signal lights
● Formulation and implementation of a master plan for waste disposal and conversion of
waste to energy
● Formulation and implementation of an efficient and effective maintenance program for
roads, bridges, sea walls, and other public infrastructure to make them disaster resilient
● Rehabilitation/improvement of existing barangay roads, bridges, drainage, sea walls,
piers, and other public infrastructure
● Introduction and adoption of E-vehicles in the City’s public transport system
● Establishment of bike path/shared-use path
● Construction of new disaster-resilient barangay roads, bridges, drainage, sea walls, piers,
and other public infrastructure
● Establishment of a Traffic Control System Command Center
● Construction of parking facilities/building
● Construction of Balagtas flyover
● Completion of Phase I Star Tollway-Tingga Section to Libjo Access Road
● Completion of Phase II Star Tollway Libjo to Pinamucan Ibaba Access Road
● Formulation and implementation of the master plan for the proposed new road
traversing Mt. Banoy to the Municipality of Lobo
● Operation of Traffic Control System Command Center
● Construction of parks and recreation facilities
● Construction of circumferential road/pathway system in Isla Verde
● Construction of Sewage Treatment Plant
● Adoption of solar-powered LED street lights
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● Implementation point-to-point e-vehicle transportation system
● Construction of access road going to the City’s Planned Unit Development
● Improvement, Upgrading, Rehabilitation, and Maintenance Program of all Existing
City Government Facilities
● Formulation and implementation of Planned Unit Development Master Plan
● Expansion/improvement of power connection lines in different barangays of the City
● Formulation and implementation of a master plan for waste disposal and conversion of
waste to energy
● Barangay Solar Micro-Grid Electrification Program/Other Sources (Full coverage of
electrification project for Isla Verde barangays with the capacity to provide electrical
requirements for commercial and tourism businesses.)
● Construction of additional artesian wells, reservoirs, and rain water harvesting facilities
● Conduct of geo-resistivity testing for proposed waterworks projects
● Improvement, rehabilitation, upgrading of existing waterworks system
● Formulation and updating of Water Safety Plans for RWSAs
● Free-wifi in public places

● An ordinance mainstreaming CCA-DRRM in the planning and construction of all the
City’s infrastructure
● An ordinance supporting the planning and construction of sewerage and sanitation
system in the City
● An ordinance supporting the planning and construction of new disaster-resilient
barangay roads, bridges, drainage, sea walls, piers, and other public infrastructure
● An ordinance supporting the planning and development of the proposed Planned Unit
Development
● An ordinance supporting the development of public open spaces such as parks and
plazas in consideration of urban design principles
● An ordinance supporting the development and investment of the private sector in
renewable and alternative energy
● An ordinance supporting the further interconnectivity and streamlining of government
transactions and the delivery of services
● A resolution adopting the proposed infrastructure master plans
● A resolution promoting public-private partnership for the delivery of infrastructure
development through agreements with different stakeholders for the implementation of
city infrastructure projects

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3.4.5. Institutional Development Plan

The Institutional Development Plan presents the City's goals, objectives, and development
strategies for its organizational structure, assessment of financial resources, as well as enactment
of key development legislation. This sectoral development plan includes proposed programs,
projects, and activities that shall advance good governance practices, a healthy fiscal position and
an efficient leadership, effective and efficient operation of city management services, and delivery
of basic services.

Goals
The overall goal of the institutional sector is to enhance the competency and effectiveness of the
City Government in planning and managing the development of the City, and ensure that the
necessary skills and implementing tools are available and utilized.

Sub-sectoral Goals
● Sustain ethical governance and leadership of the City as a prerequisite for local
development and growth
● Achieve ISO certification as a testament to the City's operations and good governance
practices
● Efficient government operations by adopting modern tools and technology
● Financially sustainable City government that is supported by revenues from strong
business and industry sector, its residents, and other sources

● To enhance the competency, skills, and capabilities of all city government officials and
employees
● To enforce and comply with the ethical standards of public servants
● To standardize operations in compliance with ISO requirements
● To modernize City operations through computerization
● To review and update the City's Revenue Code
● To increase the City's revenue through improved collection and other means
● To provide responsive institutional facilities such as newly constructed and renovated
public markets, improved City Hall and Sangguniang Panlungsod buildings, and parking
facilities that are climate-proof and disaster resilient
● To integrate the development framework in the City's proposed legislation that will guide
the growth of the economy and the provision of important services

● Review and assess policies pertaining to performance of public officials
● Conduct a SWOT analysis of the City government and plan for personnel development
based on the results of the analysis
● Create a Technical Working Group to lead and manage the ISO certification of the City
● Assessment of existing City government information technology facilities and capabilities
e.g. GIS application
● Assessment of City's revenue sources
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● Develop business and industrial centers in partnership with the private sector
● IEC to support implementation of national legislation and local ordinances

● Capacity development programs for City Government officials and employees
● Rationalization of City Government organizational structure
● Values/Discipline Integration Program for the City citizenry
● Conduct of IECs of government service, programs/ projects
● Full implementation of the Ease of Doing Business Act
● Attain ISO Certification for the City Government
- Secure the requirements for ISO Certification of the City Government
by creating a technical working group (TWG
- Preparation of Information Technology and Computerization Plan for
ISO Certification of the City Government
● Modernization of City Assessor’s and City Engineer’s Database
● Computerization program for health services and other government transactions
through the preparation of an IT and Computerization plan for all concerned City
government offices
● Implementation of GIS Application for the Office of the City Assessor and City
Planning and Development Office
● Creation of the City Internal Audit System Office
● Updating of the City’s Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS)
● Revision and adoption of the City Revenue Code
● Launching of Mobile City Hall
● Approval and adoption of the Revised City Comprehensive Land Use Plan (2019-2028),
Integrated Zoning Ordinance (2019) and Comprehensive Development Plan (2019-2025)
● Construction of resilient administrative centers such as the New City Hall building,
Sangguniang Panlungsod building, parking facilities, and others
● Improvement of the City’s One Stop Shop for business, construction, and other permits
and transactions
● Establishment of New City Agriculture Office
● Interconnectivity of City Government offices involving transactions and delivery of
services

● An ordinance for the updating of the City Revenue Code
● An ordinance supporting the Ease of Doing Business Act
● An ordinance supporting the updating of the Citizen’s Charter
● An ordinance adopting the updated Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Comprehensive
Development Plan and the Integrated Zoning Ordinance
● An ordinance supporting the computerization of City Government processes and
transactions
● A resolution encouraging capacity development initiatives throughout the City
Government organizational structure
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Chapter 4: Master List of Development Programs and Projects
4.0. Master List of Development Programs and Projects
This chapter focuses on the long list of sectoral programs and projects and their corresponding
period of implementation and budgetary cost estimates. This output was based on the planning
workshops facilitated by Palafox Associates with the Technical Working Group Committee and
representatives from the private sectors and other civil society and non-governmental
organizations of Batangas City.
4.1. Environment and DRR Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-1. Environment and DRR Sector Development Programs and Projects
Programs and Projects Timeframe Cost Estimate
Environment
Tingga Falls Rehabilitation
Immediate Term (0-100 Days) PhP 7,000,000.00
Program
Mobilization, Organization
and Training of E-code Immediate Term (0-100 Days)
PhP 1,500,000.00
Enforcers from the 105
Barangays
Site inspection and
reconnaissance of candidate
Immediate Term (0-100 Days) PhP 100,000.00
area for Constructed
Wetlands
Information, Education and
Communication Campaign of Immediate Term (0-100 Days) PhP 1,000,000.00
the E-code
Calumpang Watershed
Rehabilitation and Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 3,000,000.00
Restoration Program
MPA Conservation and
Creation of Alternative Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 2,000,000.00
Livelihood Program
Closure of Non-Compliant
Poultry and Livestock Farm Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
Operation
Completion of the Batangas
City Environmental Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 5,000,000.00
Laboratory
Mangrove and other
Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,500,000.00
vegetation rehabilitation
Coral Reef Assessment and
Monitoring
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Integrate GIS map tracking
ecological situation Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
continuously
Construction of Constructed
Wetlands (CW)
Hydrogeological
characterization of Batangas Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 3,000,000.00
City ground water
Continuous and regular
decontamination/disinfection
of all city government
offices/ premises/vehicles Short Term (0-3 Years) Php 20,000,000.00
including city roads/
sidewalks, public markets,
plaza and affected barangays
Streamline management of
the collection/disposal of
health care and used PPEs
and other infectious waste
Operation and Maintenance
Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 5,000,000.00
of Constructed Wetlands
Creation of Connections for
the Constructed Wetlands Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 15,000,000.00
Service Area
Creation of Calumpang River
Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 100,000.00
Development Authority
Implementation of
Environmental Tracking Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 500,000.00
System
Amendment to adapt existing
and new legislations for the
E-code (Air Quality, Solid
Waste, Toxic Waste)
Introduction of
phyto-remediation
technologies using plants in
Tingga Falls
Promotion and
implementation of coral Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
farming
Investment in forest carbon
projects
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Environment Protection and
Preservation Program
Introduction and adoption of
E-vehicles in the City’s public Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 10,000,000.00
transport system
Protect, preserve and sustain
the City’s biodiverse
environment; strict
implementation of E-Code Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 100,000.00
and strict protection in Isla
Verde Marine Protected Area
(MPA)
Construction of Sanitary
Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 40,000,000.00
Landfill
Dredging of Calumpang River
(Wawa, Malitam portions and Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 300,000,000.00
other areas)
Fully operational and 100%
connection of effluent
discharge points from Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 500,000.00
sources to the Constructed
Wetlands
Complete compliance of land
uses to the E-code, Clean
Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 500,000.00
Water Act and Solid Waste
Disposal
SUB-TOTAL PhP 447, 300,000.00

Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
CCA-DRRM Mainstreaming
Program (Updating and
mainstreaming of Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 2,000,000.00
CCA-DRRM in sectoral plans
and programs)
Full operation of the City
DRRM Command Center
Distribution of flood
evacuation map of each Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 5,000,000.00
flood-susceptible barangay
Close monitoring and
implementation of guidelines
and policy regarding the Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 2,000,000.00
operation of industries and
other businesses
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Formulation of Barangay
Disaster Contingency Plan
Construction/Operation of
the City Central Evacuation Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 250,000.00
Center at Barangay San Isidro.
Establishment of
community-based early
warning system (including the Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 4,000,000.00
activation of the emergency
response team)
Relocation of settlements PhP 4,000,000.00
Long Term (6-15 Years)
living in disaster prone areas
Resilient and Disaster Proof
Infrastructure Program
(Continuous implementation
and construction of resilient
and disaster proof
infrastructure facilities such
as government buildings, sea
walls, river wall protection/
retaining wall, drainage, slope
protection and the like.)
Construction of additional
City Evacuation Centers
SUB-TOTAL PhP 1,171,250,000.00
GRAND TOTAL PhP 1,618,550,000.00

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4.2. Social Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-2. Social Sector Development Programs and Projects

Education
Provision of education-related
Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP100,000,000.00
support facilities
Summer BRIDGE program - a
career guidance program for Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP1,000,000.00
incoming college students
Strengthening and expansion of
EBD scholarship program
Adoption of blended learning
platform under the new normal for Short Term (0-3 Years)
PhP 450,000,000.00
the City Public School System
under the DepEd
Repair and upgrading of Early
Childhood Care and Development Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP15,000,000.00
(ECCD) Centers
Construction of additional school
buildings/facilities and provision of Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP200,000,000.00
education-related support facilities
Construction of New Early
Childhood Care and Development Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP20,000,000.00
Centers
SUB-TOTAL PhP 886,000,000.00
Health and Nutrition

Sustained Health Care through the
expansion and improvement of Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 300,000,000.00
EBD health card program
Expansion and Improvement of the
Batangas City Nutrition Program
Computerization and Application
of GIS for City Health Information
Capacity Building and Recruitment
Program of Health Workers
Sustainable implementation of all
the different health programs to
address communicable and Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 50,000,000.00
communicable diseases; and other
health related concerns
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Expansion of the City’s
Immunization Program
Mobile health clinic services in all
barangays
● Strengthening health service
delivery system
Strengthen the City Health System
through purchasing of needed
PPE’s, medical equipment,
medicines, supplies, disinfectants Short Term (0-3 Years) Php 100,000,000.00
and disinfecting equipment and
hiring of additional medical
frontliners
Continuous implementation of
standard health protocols for the
testing, contact tracing, isolation, Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 15,000,000.00
and treatment of epidemic/
pandemic patients in the city
Establishment and operation of the
City Isolation/Quarantine facilities Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 20,000,000.00
as needed
Enhanced/Strengthened City Wide
IECs to inform/remind the public
of all standard protocols to
safeguard health and prevent/ Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 500,000.00
totally eradicate epidemic/
pandemic transmissions/cases in
the city and strict enforcement of
related ordinances
Availability of State of the Art or
latest models of medical equipment Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 50,000,000.00
and supplies
Construction of more Philhealth
accredited barangay healthcare Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 15,000,000.00
facilities
PhilHealth accredited lying-in Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP10,000,000.00
facilities/ birthing home facilities
Construction of a New City Health
Office
Continuous maintenance of health
care facilities
SUB-TOTAL PhP 1,025,500,000.00
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Housing
Identification and inventory of
Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 500,000.00
government lands for resettlement
Resettlement of informal settlers
from high risk areas to safe
relocation sites and other on-site
development
Implementation of socialized
housing project for qualified
government employees and
Informal Settler Families
Construction of on-site housing
through the Community Mortgage Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 300,000,000.00
Program
Operation of Bagong Pag-Asa
Transition Home
Construction of Youth Home
Centers
SUB-TOTAL PhP 350,500,000.00

Safety and Security
Information and education
campaign to promote the rule of
law and human rights for all,
emphasizing relevant local and Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
national projects and policies meant
to ensure a peaceful, secure, orderly,
and livable city
Provision of security and visitor
outposts throughout the City to Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 20,000,000.00
promote safety and orderliness
SUB-TOTAL PhP 21,000,000.00

Social Welfare
Emergency
Welfare/Shelter/Assistance
Programs: Immediate Term
1. Medical 0-100 Days/As the PhP 12,000,000.00
2. Funeral Needs Arises
3. Shelter Assistance for Disaster
Victims
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Immediate Term
Senior Citizen Welfare Program 0-100 Days/ PhP 49,000,000.00
As the Needs Arises
Immediate Term
Persons with Disability Welfare
0-100 Days/ PhP 3,000,000.00
Program
As the Needs Arises
Immediate Term
Families with Vulnerable/at Risk
0-100 Days/ PhP 500,000.00
Children Program
As the Needs Arises
Balik Probinsya Program Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 500,000.00
LGBTQIA+ Program Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 300,000.00
Rapid development and assessment
of the different dimensions of
migrants’ situations to better
understand their living conditions, Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
and to understand how migration
impacts health, income, education
and other areas
Implementation of livelihood,
education, and integration program Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
for migrants
Provision food and cash assistance
to identified poor and low income
families and other vulnerable Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 200,000,000.00
sectoral groups in the community
like the Elderly and Women
Social Protection Development
Programs:
1. Families In Need of Special
Protection
2. Families with Young Parents
3. With Legal Cases
4. Low Income Needing Live Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 200,000,000.00
Skills Assistance
5. Poor Families with frail, Sick
and Bedridden members
6. Pantawid Program
7. Indigenous People
8. Former Rebels
Reconstruction of City Social
Welfare and Development Office
Construction of Tahanans in
Selected Rurban site
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Enhancement of Professional Skills
and Competencies of Social Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
Development Workers
Family Welfare Program:
1. Parents Effectiveness and
Responsible Parenthood
Sessions
2. Responsible Parenthood and
Men Opposed to Violence
Against Women and Children
Everywhere Programs (RP
MOVE)
3. Family Development Session
focus Family Drug
Information and Prevention
4. Family Development Session
focus on Family Disaster Risk
Reduction and Management
5. Solo Parents Program
Continuous Fund Requests for
ECCD Implementation
Foster Home Program Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 300,000.00
Improvement of Senior Citizen
Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 500,000.00
Centers
Establishment of Resource Center
for PWD
SUB-TOTAL PhP 549,100,000.00

Sports and Recreation
Completion of the City
Grandstand, City Sports Complex,
and other venues for sports and
cultural activities
Construction of City Grandstand /
Upgrading of City Track Oval and Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 50,000,000.00
other existing sports facilities
Drafting of initial guidelines for
urban design and public open space Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 500,000.00
development
Development of public open
spaces, pocket parks, or urban
gardening opportunities in all
barangays
SUB-TOTAL PhP 200,500,000.00
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4.3. Economic Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-3. Economic Sector Development Programs and Projects

Agriculture
Conduct trainings, meetings, and
coaching for potential farmers Immediate Term (0-100 Days) PhP 950,000.00
and entrepreneurs
Establishment of Dairy Cattle
Farm
Promotion and marketing of
locally produced agricultural Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,450,000.00
products
Feasibility study for the
establishment of cold storage Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
facilities
Conducts farmers and fisherfolks
forum
Urban and Rural Food
Production specifically utilization Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 20,000,000.00
of idle private/government lots
Establishment/Operation of
barangay markets or talipapa at
Short Term (0-3 Years) Php 300,000.00
strategically located barangays in
the City
Promotion and implementation
of Coral Farming
Promotion of farm tourism
industry / Establishment of Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 10,000,000.00
model farms
Expansion and Modernization of
"Pakaskas" Industry
Establishment of “AA” Class
Slaughterhouse/Poultry Dressing Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 10,000,000.00
Plant
Provision of Soft Loan for
sustainable organic
farming/livelihood and Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 5,000,000.00
economic activities through
animal dispersal loan program
Establishment of Animal
Diagnostic Laboratory
Development of idle land
utilization policy and program Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 2,000,000.00
including urban food production
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Commerce and Trade
Strengthen promotional Short Term (0-3 Years)
PhP 1,450,000.00
campaigns/advertising
City Livelihood Recovery Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 25,000,000.00
Program
Adopt innovative ways for
business registration and Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 2,000,000.00
payment
Improvement/rehabilitation of
two (2) existing City markets and Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 151,000,000.00
operation of the new market
Create a Techno Hub that would
incubate products of local Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 10,000,000.00
manufacturers
Establish an attractive
environment that would cater to
both local and foreign investors
such as designated economic Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 100,000,000.00
zones, incentives, one stop shop
permitting and processing, and
the like
Automation of government
transactions for investors
SUB-TOTAL PhP 290,450,000.00

Tourism
Formulation and Implementation
of the Batangas City Tourism Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 10,000,000.00
Master Plan
Identify tourism resources and
destinations for potential Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 100,000.00
investors
Establish sustainable and
environment-friendly
eco-tourism projects in areas Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 1,000,000.00
along Mt. Banoy, Calumpang
river front and Isla Verde
Batangas City Esplanade Project Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 50,000,000.00
GRAND TOTAL PhP 413,850,000.00

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4.4. Infrastructure and Utilities Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-4. Infrastructure and Utilities Sector Development Programs and Projects
Transportation and Infrastructure
Identification of road network
Immediate Term (0-100 Days) PhP 100,000,000.00
system for rehabilitation
Identification of possible road
network opening and parking Immediate Term (0-100 Days) PhP 100,000,000.00
sites
Formulation and implementation
of traffic management plan
Creation of traffic ordinance,
memorandum, and policies
Installation of additional
directional signage, CCTV Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 20,000,000.00
cameras, and traffic signal lights
Establishment of bike
path/shared use path
Improvement, Upgrading,
Rehabilitation, and Maintenance
Program of all Existing City
Government Facilities
Rehabilitation/improvement of
existing barangay roads, bridges,
drainage, sea walls, piers, and
other public infrastructure
of drainage and sewerage master Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 100,000,000.00
plan
Construction of new
disaster-resilient barangay roads,
bridges, drainage, sea walls, piers,
and other public infrastructure
Introduction and adoption of
E-vehicles in the City’s public Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 10,000,000.00
transport system
Construction of City parking
facilities/building
Completion of Phase I Star
Tollway-Tingga Section to Libjo Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 200,000,000.00
Access Road
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Construction of Balagtas flyover Medium Term (3-6 Years) PhP 200,000,000.00
Establishment and operation of a
Traffic Control System Long Term (6-15 Years PhP 60,000,000.00
Command Center

of an efficient and effective
maintenance program for roads,
bridges, sea walls, and other
public infrastructure to make
them disaster resilient
of the master plan for the
proposed new road traversing Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 15,000,000.00
Mount Banoy to the
Municipality of Lobo
Construction of parks and
recreation facilities
Construction of circumferential
road/pathway system in Isla Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 300,000,000.00
Verde
Completion of Phase II Star
Tollway Libjo to Pinamucan Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 300,000,000.00
Ibaba Access Road
Adoption of solar-powered LED
street lights
Implementation of point-to-point
e-vehicle transportation system
Construction of the access road
to the City’s Planned Unit Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 100,000,000.00
Development
of the Planned Unit Long Term (6-15 Years) PhP 20,000,000.00
Development Master Plan
SUB-TOTAL PhP 2,535,200,000.00

Power
Expansion/improvement of
power connection lines in Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 50,000,000.00
different barangays of the City
of a master plan for waste
disposal and conversion of waste
to energy
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Barangay Solar Micro-Grid
Electrification Program / Other
Sources (Full coverage of
electrification project for Isla
Verde barangays with the capacity
to provide electrical requirements
for commercial and tourism
businesses.)
SUB-TOTAL PhP 120,000,000.00

Water
artesian wells, reservoirs, and rain Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 20,000,000.00
water harvesting facilities
Conduct of geo-resistivity testing
for proposed waterworks projects
Improvement/rehabilitation/
upgrading of existing waterworks Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 30,000,000.00
system
Formulation/updating of Water
Safety Plans for RWSAs
Construction of Sewage
Treatment Plant
SUB-TOTAL PhP 153,000,000.00

Information and Communication Technology
Free-wifi in public places Short Term (0-3 Years) PhP 5,000,000.00

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4.5. Institutional Sector Development Programs and Projects
Table 4-5. Institutional Sector Development Programs and Projects

Full implementation of the Ease
Immediate Term (0-100 Days) PhP 500,000.00
of Doing Business Act
Revision/adoption of the City Short Term PhP 100,000.00
Revenue Code
Launching of Mobile City Hall Short Term PhP 1,000,000.00
Creation of the City Internal Audit Short Term PhP 2,000,000.00
System Office
Approval/adoption of the Revised Short Term PhP 2,000,000.00
City Comprehensive Land Use
Plan (2019-2028), Integrated
Zoning Ordinance (2019) and
Comprehensive Development Plan
(2019-2025)
Values/Discipline Integration Short Term PhP 1,000,000.00
Program for the City citizenry
Updating of the City’s Community Short Term PhP 15,000,000.00
Based Monitoring System (CBMS)
Procurement of additional Short Term PhP 25,000,000.00
hardwares to strengthen the IT
capability of the city government
Explore the possibility of Short Term PhP 2,000,000.00
establishing on-line financial
transactions for all services within
the city government - Permit
fees/taxes/payments, etc.
Secure the requirements for Short Term PhP 100,000.00
ISO Certification of the City
Government by creating a
technical working group
(TWG)
Preparation of Information Short Term PhP 500,000.00
Technology and
Computerization Plan for ISO
Certification of the City
Government
Capacity development programs Short Term PhP 500,000.00
for City Government officials and
employees
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Modernization of City Assessor’s Short Term PhP 1,500,000.00
and City Engineer’s Database
Computerization program for Short Term PhP 2,000,000.00
health services and other
government transactions through
the preparation of an IT and
Computerization plan for all
concerned City government
offices
Implementation of GIS Short Term PhP 10,000,000.00
Application for the Office of the
City Assessor/City Planning and
Development Office
Rationalization of City Short Term PhP 100,000.00
Government organizational
structure
Conduct of IEC’s of government Short Term PhP 100,000.00
services, programs and projects
Interconnectivity of City Short Term PhP 1,000,000.00
Government transactions
Construction of resilient Long Term PhP 2,000,000.00
administrative centers such as the
New City Hall building,
Sangguniang Panlungsod building,
parking facilities, and others
Improvement of the City’s One Long Term PhP 250,000.00
Stop Shop for business,
construction, and other permits
and transactions
Establishment of New City Long Term PhP 30,000,000.00
Agriculture Office
GRAND TOTAL PhP 96,650,000.00
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ANNEX
Sectoral Project Briefs
Annex: Sectoral Project Briefs
INFRASTRUCTURE AND PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS. PROGRAMS AND

PROJECTS
TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Project Title: Formulation and Implementation of Traffic Management Plan

(City Transportation Plan)
Brief Description: A comprehensive transportation plan is needed to highlight the immediate,
short term, and long-term transportation needs for the city.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Development of overarching transportation goals for the city (including resiliency)
● Assessment of current transportation performance in the city, including a list of all
transportation assets within the city limits
● List immediate, short, medium, and long-term project needs
○ Planning level (revenue constrained and unconstrained lists)
■ Parking, bike and pedestrian, freight and goods, climate change and
disaster resiliency, airports, seaports, public transit, intelligent
transportation system (ITS) elements, wayfinding, safety, electric vehicles,
emergency services and response, current and future network
● Highlight roles and responsibilities
● Highlight education and enforcement needs
Benefits and Beneficiaries:
A comprehensive plan benefits not only the traveling public within the city’s limits, but it also
ensures a more vetted and thorough transportation program. The plan ensures a clear nexus
between transportation needs and funding associated with those needs. It highlights both the
current and future needs of the city, encompassing all modes of travel (motorized,
non-motorized, vehicular, public transportation, bicycle, pedestrian, PWD, goods/freight,
airports, seaports, etc).
Duration: Short term (0-3 years)
Implementer or Proponent: CMO-TDRO, CPDO
Cost Estimates: PhP 30,000,000.00
● Transportation performance report: 1-5M
● Focused studies/feasibility studies: varies per program/category
● Implementation: pending projects list from focused/feasibility studies
Final Report
Project Title: Establishment of Bike Path/Shared Use Path

Brief Description:This project will develop a bike and pedestrian plan for the city, resulting in a
network of shared lanes/trails/pathways, and the construction of new dedicated pathway(s) for
cyclists and pedestrians.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Bike plan that develops a bike/pedestrian network throughout the city
○ Build Off of the transportation element of the CDP
● Prioritized list of paths/segments for development
● Phased construction of paths within the planned network
This project benefits all users of the transportation networks as it portrays a more sustainable
and efficient mode of travel (compared to the standard motor vehicle). It also reduces air
pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, and results in a more resilient transportation network.
The plan itself establishes a framework to increase the quantity and overall length of the city’s
pathways and trails.
Number of Phases:
● Plan
● Feasibility Study
● Construction
Duration: Short term (0-3 years)
Implementer or Proponent: CMO-TDRO, CEO
Cost Estimates: PhP 20,000,000.00
● Plan: 1-5M
● Feasibility study(ies): pending what is identified in the plan
● Path (new):pending what is identified in the plan
● Path (restripe): cost of paint and signage
● Bridge retrofit

Final Report
Project Title: Introduction and Adoption of E-vehicles in the City’s Public Transport System
Brief Description: This project will roll out a fleet of electric public transportation vehicles
Classification: New
Objective:
● Study the feasibility/readiness for network implementation, and make recommendations
on the appropriate implementation protocol
● Modernize public transportation fleet
● Lower greenhouse gas emissions/increase air quality
● More resilient transportation network
● Increased coordination between transit users, the city, and transit operators
● Transit users will have more efficient, comfortable, and modern options
● Transportation network will be more efficient and resilient
● Positive environmental impacts
Number of Phases:
● Study/feasibility/readiness
● Protocol & coordination development
● Vehicle procurement
Duration: Medium Term (3-6 years)
Implementer or Proponent: City ENRO, CMO-TDRO
Cost Estimate: PhP 10,000,000.00
● E-Bus: 4M - 10M per vehicle
● E-Jeepney: 1.2M -1.6M per vehicle
● E-trike: 50k – 175k per vehicle

Final Report
Project Title: Construction of City Parking Facilities/Building

Brief Description: This project will result in an assessment of the city’s parking needs, and the
construction of parking facilities within the city
Classification: New
Objective:
● Increase available parking within the city limits
● Alleviate congestion related to a lack of parking/inefficient parking
● Increase in commercial opportunities
● Alleviate congestion related to parking
● Opportunity to modernize
● Possible commercial opportunities
Number of Phases:
● Study/feasibility
● Design
● Construction
Duration: Medium Term (3-6 Years)
Implementer or Proponent: CMO, CEO
● 100k-1M per parking space
● Parking needs assessment and plan: 1-5M

Final Report
Project Title: Completion of Phase I Star Tollway-Tingga Section to Libjo Access Road
Brief Description: This project will fill transportation network gaps, allowing for a new parallel
north-south route.
Classification: new
Objective:
● Increased transportation resiliency
● Alleviate congestion on existing north-south routes
● Provide opportunities for the inclusion of new transportation support infrastructure
○ Transit hubs
○ Truck lanes
○ Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) infrastructure
● Development of new commercial/industrial/residential opportunities along the
alignment
● Increased overall network efficiency
● New development opportunities
Number of Phases:
● Planning & Pre-Design
● Feasibility/Design
● Construction
● Operations and Maintenance
Duration:Medium term (3-6 years)
Implementer or Proponent: CEO, DPWH
● Planning & Pre-design: 250K-1M
● Feasibility & Design: 1M-5M
● Construction
○ ROW acquisition: 100-10,000 per M2
○ Pavement: 20-30M per KM

Final Report
Project Title: Construction of Balagtas Flyover

Brief Description: Construct a flyover that bypasses the roundabout at the entrance of STAR
Tollway, connecting Diversion Road to STAR Tollway.
Classification:New
Objective:
● Alleviate congestion along Diversion Road and through the roundabout at STAR Tollway
● Decreased congestion and vehicle delay
● Increased safety
● Increased capacity
● Opportunity to integrate a more defined road hierarchy
● Opportunity to integrate goods/freight movement elements
Duration: Medium term (3-6 years)
Implementer or Proponent: CMO, DPWH
Cost Estimate:PhP 200,000,000.00

Final Report
Project Title: Formulation and Implementation of the Master Plan for the Proposed New Road
Traversing Mount Banoy to the Municipality of Lobo
Brief Description: There are tourism opportunities in Mount Banoy that are currently
untapped. This study can explore those options and develop a sustainable plan.
Classification: New
Objective:
Connect new eco-tourism opportunities in Mount Banoy to Lobo
● New eco-tourism opportunities
Number of Phases:
● Planning and feasibility study
● Construction
Duration: Long term (6-15 years)
Implementer or Proponent: CEO, CPDO
● Master plan: 1M
● Construction:
o ROW acquisition: 100-10,000 per M2
o Pavement: 20-30M per KM

Final Report
Project Title: Establishment and Operation of Traffic Control System Command Center
Brief Description:
There is a demand to establish a base of operations that ties together the transportation
monitoring needs of the city. This would also create an opportunity to update, expand, and
modernize existing processes and capabilities.

The city is in need for the development of a transportation information hub that connects the
city’s transportation data, emergency services/dispatch, and live monitoring.
Classification: new
Objective:
● Efficiently house transportation data and command services into a consolidated location
● Create a command center that considers the possible inclusion of the following:
○ CCTV
○ Emergency Services/Dispatch
○ Data management
○ Changeable message signs
○ Signal timing/coordination
○ Monitor port/truck/freight movements
○ Monitor transit hubs
○ Monitor and relay parking information/availability
○ Live in-pavement sensor/automated counting data
○ Other
This project will result in faster incident response times and increase efficiency and coordination
amongst first responders and traffic operations/maintenance crews. It will improve traffic
management capabilities and create resilient/dynamic traffic systems monitoring. Likewise,
modernization and implementation of intelligent transportation system (ITS) elements are
considered in this project.
Duration: Long Term (6-15 years)

Final Report
Project Title: Identification of Road Network System for Rehabilitation

Brief Description:
Without adequate planned routine maintenance, transportation assets will deteriorate and lose
their operational utility. An updated work plan is needed plus a revised technique used to identify
and implement transportation maintenance requirements.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Locate, assess, and document maintenance related issues relevant (but not limited) to the
following:
○ Pavement
■ Concrete
■ Asphalt Concrete
■ Bitumen Surfacing
■ Gravel
■ Earth
○ Striping and Signage
○ Sidewalks
○ Bridges and Culverts
○ Grading
○ Erosion Control
○ Vegetation
○ Furnishing
○ Drainage
○ Road Safety Devices
● Identify design and operational inconsistencies that can be filled with the maintenance
process
● Determine maintenance equipment needs
● Create a modern database that updates existing data recording systems
● Create/update Road Network Rehabilitation Program (as part of an annual work
program)
○ Emergency Road Maintenance
○ Reactive Road Maintenance
○ Preventive Road Maintenance
Proper maintenance of the existing road network helps protect public transportation investments
and assets. Beneficiaries are the entirety of the traveling public, including special user groups
such as the various industries that rely on the transportation network for their livelihood. There
are also opportunities to leverage and expand the funding sources used for transportation
through this process.
Duration: Immediate Term (0-100 Days)
Implementer or Proponent: CMO-TDRO, CEO, CPDO

Final Report
Project Title: Identification of Possible Road Network Opening and Parking Sites
Brief Description:
With the projected growth of the city, there is a critical need to develop/update the process of
identifying new road alignments and parking spaces. It is important to align the existing
transportation needs of the city with the expected growth opportunity areas, using resources
such as the new land use plan. It is important to adjust the existing transportation needs of the
city with the expected growth opportunity areas. This will be done through using resources such
as the new land use plan. Moreover, there are current demand needs that need to be addressed.
There are also current demand needs that should be addressed.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Identify existing intersections, segments, corridors, and parking necessities.
● Locate, assess, and document the city’s projected growth areas.
● Locate possible land parcels and right of way for expansion opportunities.
● Develop prioritized list of revenue constrained and unconstrained.
It addresses current needs by alleviating existing demand pressure and reducing congestion and
travel time. Moreover, it will increase the efficiency of the roadway, create better quality travelling
and serve residential, commercial, industrial, tourism, and emergency needs.
Implementer or Proponent: CMO-TDRO, CEO, CPDO

Final Report
Project Title: Completion of Phase II Star Tollway Libjo to Pinamucan Ibaba Access Road
Brief Description: This project will fill transportation network gaps, allowing for a parallel
north-south route.
Classification: new
Objective:
● Increase transportation resiliency
● Alleviate congestion on existing north-south routes
● Development of new commercial/industrial/residential opportunities along the
alignment
● Increased overall network efficiency
● New development opportunities
Number of Phases:
● Planning & Pre-Design
● Feasibility/Design
● Construction
● Operations and Maintenance
Duration: Medium term (3-6 years)
Implementer or Proponent: CMO, DPWH
● Planning & Pre-design: 250K-1M
● Feasibility & Design: 1M-5M
● Construction
○ ROW acquisition
○ Pavement
○ Lighting
○ Safety features and wayfinding
Final Report

Project Title: Adoption of solar-powered LED street lights
Brief Description: Program to replace existing street lights, or install new, solar-powered LED
street lights
Classification: Upgrade, replace, and/or new
Objective:
This project will build off the success and the recommendations of the proposed City
Transportation Plan. The plan will highlight opportunities for modernization and green
infrastructure, an element of which will be the installation of solar-powered LED street lights.
● Increase transportation safety
● Increase transportation sustainability
● Decrease energy use
Number of Phases:
● Survey of transportation assets
● Report/implementation plan
● Procurement
● Construction/installation
Implementer or Proponent: CEO
● Utility pole: 25k-50k per pole
● Solar LED light: 25k-50k per light

Final Report
Project Title: Implementation of Point-to-Point E-Vehicle Transportation System

Brief Description: Build off the previous effort of procuring e-vehicles and creating a network
of modernized public transportation vehicles
Classification: new
Objective:
● Increased travel efficiency
● Better commute experience
● Lower environmental impacts
● Fixed departure schedule
● Limited stops: fewer pick-up/drop-off points
● Lower travel times
● Energy efficient vehicles
● Less greenhouse gas emissions
● Better air quality
● Transit users will have more efficient, comfortable, and modern options
● Transportation network will be more efficient and resilient
● Positive environmental impacts
● E-Bus: 4M-10M per vehicle
● E-Jeepney: 1.2M-1.6M per vehicle
● E-Bike: 50k – 175k per vehicle

Final Report
Project Title: Formulation and Implementation of the Planned Unit Development Master Plan
(Transportation Element)
Brief Description: Develop the transportation element for the Master Plan
Classification: New
Objective:
● Develop comprehensive transport plan for the Planned Unit Development
● Assess impacts to the existing transportation network
● Recommend mitigation measures to ensure the implementation of a sustainable network
● Ensures the implementation of a sustainable transportation network
● Lowered/mitigated environmental impacts
Number of Phases: Pending Terms of the Development Master Plan
Implementer or Proponent: CPDO, CEO
● Transportation plan: 500k-2.5M

Final Report
Project Title: Creation of Traffic Ordinance, Memorandum, and Policy

Brief Description:
The city has an opportunity to further enhance the engineering, enforcement, and education of
the varying transportation needs through the enactment of local rules and regulations. This
project will collate standards from the local, regional, national, and international levels and will
assess those for their viability and acceptability for the city.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Compile a list of transportation issues that can be addressed through local policies such
as:
● Parking
o Building restrictions and setbacks
o Sidewalks
o Encroachments
o Demand management techniques
o Vehicle sales and registration
o Licensing and permitting
o Data collection
o Rules of the road; roadway operations
o Truck weight, routing, load, hours of operation
o Penalties and fines
o Other
● Compose a list of measures to address the identified issues.
● Assess the feasibility and acceptability of proposed measures.
● Create a prioritized list of ordinances, memorandums, and policies.

● Road safety
● Further align transportation impacts with the appropriate mitigation measures
● Enabling of new technology
● Empower necessary enforcement
● Create an avenue for education/awareness
● Added revenue stream
● Preserve the integrity of the roadway and transportation assets
● Increase transportation circulation efficiency
Duration: Short Term (0-3 Years)
Implementer or Proponent: CMO-TDRO
Cost Estimate: PhP 200,000.00

Final Report
Project Title: Installation of Additional Directional Signage, CCTV Cameras, and Traffic Signal

Lights
Brief Description:
In an effort to increase the utility and efficiency of the city’s transportation infrastructure,
way-finding signage, CCTV cameras, and traffic signal lights will be installed in key locations.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Create/update a database for signage needs.
○ Missing, worn out, obsolete signage
○ Special destinations
○ Historic sites
○ Tourism
○ Emergency services
○ Commercial and institutional
○ Other
● Create/update a database for CCTV camera needs.
● Create/update a database for traffic signal light needs.
● Create a prioritized list for installation
This project will result in a resilient transportation system. Operational efficiency will increase
from optimized timing of the newly signalized intersections. Emergency response and road
condition validation times will decrease from the added CCTV cameras. Lastly, there will be an
increase in awareness and dissemination of information resulting from the installation of
appropriate way-finding signage.
Implementer or Proponent: CEO, CMO-TDRO

Final Report

Project Title: Construction of the Access Road to the City's Proposed Planned Unit
Development (PUD)
Brief Description:
A new regional north-south alignment will be constructed, connecting STAR Toll and the new
PUD to the city’s primary east-west routes (San Jose-Ibaan-Batangas Road and Gov. Antonio
Carpio Road).
Classification: New
Objective:
● Construct a new DPWH route
● Develop road hierarchy in/around the vicinity of the new PUD
● Align transportation ordinances and policies to ensure compliance of the new roadway(s)
● Coordinate and collaborate with DPWH in the design process
This project will result in more efficient traffic circulations. There is a critical need for additional
north-south routes in the middle and eastern parts of the city. This project also supports
economic growth, not only in the newly developed area but in other industries that are tied to
the opportunities brought forth by the new developments/roadways.
Number of Phases: Multiple
Duration: Long Term (6-15 Years)

Final Report
Project Title: Construction of Circumferential Road/Pathway in Isla Verde Barangays

Brief Description:
There is a critical need to develop a transportation network in the Isla Verde Barangays. Gaps in
the network limit the potential of the island, which is an important element of the city’s tourism.
This project will first assess the projected overall needs of the island, and will result in the
construction of the necessary road(s).
Classification: New
Objective:
● Assess the overall projected trip generation for the island at full build out
● Create a transportation network plan in line with the projections
● Construct the necessary road(s)

This project will help enhance and realize the potential of Isla Verde. The tourism industry will
benefit, as well as the economy that supports the needs of the island.
Implementer or Proponent: CMO, CEO

Final Report
Project Title: Formulation and Implementation of Drainage and Sewerage Master Plan
Brief Description:
It has been identified that one of the city’s major disaster risk is due to flooding. A critical
mitigation and adaptation measure recommended to address this flooding risk is the
improvement in the city’s drainage and sewage system. However, a strategic drainage and sewage
master plan to guide and direct the improvement of the city’s drainage and sewage system is
needed.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To come up with a strategic and rationalized program for the city’s drainage and sewage
system;
● To support and strengthen the city’s flood mitigation and adaptation and improve general
welfare of city residents.
Benefits and Beneficiaries: All barangays and their constituencies; private and business groups.
Duration: On-going/Immediate term (0-100 Days)

Final Report
POWER

Project Title: Formulation and Implementation of a Master Plan for Waste Disposal and
Conversion of Waste to Energy
Brief Description:
The City Government of Batangas through the City Environment and Natural Resources Office
is developing a master plan for waste-to-energy. Waste-to-Energy or Energy from Waste is an
advanced means of generating energy through processing and treating of wastes. The facility for
such a process does not generate greenhouse gases that are harmful in the ozone layer. Thus, it is
environmentally friendly, safe and efficient technology for the management of the City’s wastes.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To assess the solid and liquid wastes of Batangas City to generate energy
● To identify areas for the establishment of waste to energy proper treatment and waste
disposal facility
● To select appropriate waste to energy technologies
The formulation of the City’s waste to energy master plan will help the City make use of its waste
into something beneficial.
Duration: Short Term ( 0-3 Years )
Implementer or Proponent: CEO, City ENRO

Final Report
Project Title: Expansion/Improvement of Power Connection Lines in Different Barangays of
the City
Brief Description:
Expansion and/or improvement of power connection lines in different barangays of the City
through the City Governments initiation in cooperation with MERALCO will create huge help
to the households and business on their day to day operations.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To improve reliability and and quality of power supply
● To increase the availability of power supply and improve voltage stability and quality.
Expansion and/or improvement of power connection lines will be beneficial to the residents
particularly households and industries operations.
Number of Phases: One
Implementer or Proponent: CMO, CEO, Meralco

Final Report
Project Title: Barangay Solar Micro-Grid Electrification Program / Other Sources

Brief Description:
The six (6) barangays located in Isla Verde depend mostly on diesel-fired power generators and
solar energy devices while some households depend on storage batteries for their electricity
requirements. Thus, the implementation of Solar Micro-Grid Electrification Program is essential
for the continuous supply of electricity in the City’s island barangays. To ensure its sustainability,
solar devices can be used to provide electricity to households
Classification: New
Objective:
● To provide continuous supply of electricity to Isla Verde barangays
● To use reliable and environmentally friendly power source
This will benefit Batangas City residents particularly households in the City’s island barangays
Implementer or Proponent: CMO, CEO, City ENRO

Final Report
WATER

Project Title: Formulation/updating of Water Safety Plans for RWSAs
Brief Description:
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal ensures the sustainable management of
water and sanitation for all. To improve sanitation and access to drinking water, there needs to
be an increased investment in management of freshwater ecosystems and sanitation facilities on a
local level. Thus, the World Health Organization (WHO), a specialized agency of the United
Nations which is concerned with global public health, encourages the Local Government Units
to produce their own Water Safety Plan (WSP) to ensure the safety and acceptability of drinking
water supply. It will also require a comprehensive risk assessment and management control
measures of water supply from the catchment to the consumers. Thus, it is essential for the City
Government of Batangas through the CPDO to formulate the Water Safety Plan.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To formulate a Water Safety Plan
● To conduct a comprehensive risk assessment and management control measures of water
supply
This plan will be beneficial for the Rural Waterworks Sanitation Association for the continuous
improvement and provision of water supply to households.
Number of Phases: One
Implementer or Proponent: CHO, CPDO, CEO, City ENRO

Final Report
Project Title: Conduct of Geo-resistivity Testing For the Proposed Waterworks Projects
Brief Description:
Geo-resistivity testing is a geophysical survey method that involves electrical measurements
carried out on the ground surface to determine the depth and thickness of the underlying
resistivity layers. This test is being done to help the city government in characterizing the
possible lithologies and materials present in the planning area. Moreover, it plays an essential role
in determining the available sources of water in the City for waterworks systems.
Classification: New
The conduct of geo-resistivity testing will be beneficial to the City Government to provide the
local residents, businesses, and other industries to have a continuous supply of water for their
daily needs and operations. Residents of the City will also benefit from this undertaking.

Final Report
Project Title: Improvement/Rehabilitation/ Upgrading of Existing Waterworks System

Brief Description: The upgrading of the City’s existing waterworks system is the local
government’s initiative to provide continuous supply of water to its residents.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To increase capacity of the waterworks system
● To rehabilitate dilapidated water distribution lines
● To ensure availability of potable source of water
The upgrading of the waterworks system benefits the local people and tourists to have a
sustainable source of cleaner and safer drinking water.

Final Report
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

Project Title: Free Wi-Fi in Public Places
Brief Description:
Public WiFi ensures better connectivity of society to a wide range of social opportunities in the
City such as healthcare advice, job opportunities and online education. It boosts people’s
productivity as well as efficient delivery of services. It also shows how technologically advanced
the City is and how the City initially emerged as a promising smart urban community. Through
proper regulation, public WiFi will be valuable to everyone.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To provide efficient delivery of services to the residents
● To boost people’s productivity
Public WiFi will be valuable to everyone, particularly businesses.
Implementer or Proponent: CMO

Final Report
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANS, PROGRAMS, AND PROJECTS

AGRICULTURE

Project Title: Conduct Trainings, Meetings, and Coaching for Potential Farmers and
Entrepreneurs
Brief Description: Due to the increase in the agricultural profession and agri-tourism there is a
need to conduct training, meetings and coaching in order to emphasize and train potential
farmers about the existing and new rules and regulations of the city.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Educate potential farmers and entrepreneurs about existing and new city policies in
terms of farming.
○ Educate farmers about proper land use
○ Educate entrepreneurs about starting business and generating income
● Train potential farmers and entrepreneurs about proper conduct in handling farmlands
and businesses.
Conducting training, meetings and coaching for potential farmers and entrepreneurs will benefit
the city in the long term due to the proper handling of farmlands and businesses. These assets
will allow the city to develop in the right direction.
Number of Phases: One (updated annually)
Implementor or Proponent: OCVAS

Final Report
Project Title: Establishment of “AA” Class Slaughterhouse/ Poultry Dressing Plant

Brief Description:
With the development of the AA Class Slaughterhouse or Poultry Dressing Plant, meant
processors would no longer have the need to import and would compel them to source their raw
materials locally. Moreover, these businesses will increase job opportunities in the city.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Generate livelihood for the locals of the city
● Source local materials to increase the countries revenue
● Standardize the meat production and align it with international standards
Through the “AA” Slaughterhouse and Poultry Dressing Plant, the city could possibly become
one of the lead exporters of raw or processed meat in the country. It could become a hub for
class A meat. Moreover, there will be an increase of job opportunities around the area that will
benefit the people and the economy of the city.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO,OCVAS

Final Report
Project Title: Establishment of Animal Diagnostic Laboratory

Brief Description:
The animal diagnostic laboratory would provide necessary facilities and services to ensure the
health of livestock and poultry within the city to support the agricultural industry of Batangas.
The diagnostic laboratory would strengthen and secure food sources for the city and nearby
areas through providing services for health surveillance and disease treatment for livestock and
poultry.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To enhance food production through providing a facility that would protect animal
health, and diagnose and treat animal diseases to reduce risk of low food production
caused by animal diseases;
● To establish a facility that would be both proactive and reactive to the needs of the
animals;
● To ensure the health and quality of livestock and other animals, thereby protecting the
health of the community.
Creating such a facility that would be dedicated to ensuring the health of animals would greatly
benefit the community, since it assures food security and quality, thereby decreasing the risk of
low food production due to sick livestock and poultry.
Implementor or Proponent: OCVAS
Cost Estimate: Php 4,500,000.00

Final Report
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS, PROGRAMS, AND PROJECTS

EDUCATION

Project Title: Provision of education-related support facilities
Brief Description:
School facilities affect the behaviour and engagement of students to both social activities and
academics. The presence of these facilities will induce an environment conducive to learning and
develop competence among students.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To improve the education services provided to the children of Batangas City
● Facilitate learning processes and increase performance of both the educational system
and the children
The provision of education-related support facilities will help the children improve in their
academic life and would impose an environment wherein learning is a continuous process. This
will help decrease the number of dropouts as it will encourage students to be more academically
inclined as it shows that learning is also playing.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO, Dep-ED

Final Report
Project Title: Summer BRIDGE program - a career guidance program for incoming college
students
Brief Description:
Summer BRIDGE program aims to help secondary students transition to college life. It helps
them ease into it by providing them skills and necessary knowledge on what to expect in the next
chapter of their academic life.
Classification: New
Objective:
● provide academic support to students that prepares them for college-level work.
Providing guidance to students entering college will help them have an idea of what to do and
expect in this chapter in their lives. They will be prepared mentally on how to approach
challenges academically and logically.
Implementor or Proponent: CSWDO
Cost Estimate: PhP1,000,000.00

Final Report
Project Title: Construction of additional school buildings/facilities and provision of

education-related support facilities
Brief Description:
Additional school facilities are needed to address the growing population hence, the increasing
need to provide quality education to the community of Batangas City.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Have a more conducive place for students to learn
● Cater to the growing population through provision of additional school
buildings/facilities
The additional school facilities will help with the rising need of additional facilities to cater to the
growing population. This will encourage more families and students to stay in school due to the
availability of resources for them.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO, CEO, Dep-Ed

Final Report
HEALTH AND NUTRITION

Project Title: Sustained Health Care Through the Expansion and Improvement of EBD Health
Card Program
Brief Description:
The EBD Health Card Program is a program initiated by the former mayor Eduardo Dimacuha
and was continued by the incumbent Hon. Mayor Beverley Rose Dimacuha. With the aim of
providing equal access to healthcare services, the City Government takes the initiative to provide
healthcare assistance to the underprivileged residents of the City. Thus, the expansion and
improvement of the EBD Health Card Program is being pursued.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Expansion and improvement of healthcare benefits
● Improve access to quality healthcare
Benefits and Beneficiaries: EBD Health Card Beneficiaries
Implementor or Proponent: CHO

Final Report

Project Title: Expansion and Improvement of the Batangas City Nutrition Program
Brief Description:
The Batangas City Nutrition Program is one of the forefront programs of the City Government
in determining the nutritional status of the City residents. The program aims to deter
malnutrition problems in the City and provide strategic actions to improve the health and
immunity of the residents. IEC

This program includes nutrition IEC, supplementary feeding among school children, intensified
food production among nutritionally at-risk families, provision of sanitary toilet facilities, safe
drinking water supply, skills training and livelihood assistance to indigent and malnourished
families, hunger mitigation in nutritionally depressed barangays
Classification: Expansion of an existing program
Objective:
● To improve the nutritional status of the residents specifically children with special
nutritional needs
● To combat cases of hunger and malnutrition among children and adults
Benefits and Beneficiaries: Better nutrition for families

Final Report
Project Title: Computerization and Application of GIS for City Health Information
Brief Description:
Managing health information through computerization can help in easing up transactions and
make searching for information easier. Information about the patient can be monitored better
since data can be stored easily. Through computerization of City Health Information, backing up
data is possible and convenient, unlike when patient data is done and stored using conventional
methods. This reduces the risk of information loss, and saves the time and effort of redoing it.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To provide immediate valid data for project management and evaluation;
● To better monitor and manage the health of the residents; and
● To create a reliable database for health information, which can be easily updated and
organized.
Having a computerized City Health Information allows for ease in searching, managing, and
updating health information, thus making it easier for the City Health Office to monitor the
health status of its residents. This in turn allows the residents/citizens to enjoy its benefits.
Number of Phases: Two (2)

Final Report
Project Title: Capacity Building and Recruitment Program of Health Workers

Brief Description:
The City Health Office is responsible for providing medical and dental services to the residents
of the city. Based on the 2017 data sent by the City Health Office, there are a total of 23,940
medical personnel in the office, mostly consisting of other medical staff aside from doctors,
nurses, midwives, pharmacists, and sanitary inspectors. Advanced Training Workshops held
regularly are necessary to enhance professional capabilities in Modern Services Delivery and
Health Care.
Classification:Ongoing
Objective:
● To improve the professional capabilities of the City Health Staff;
● To create a healthy and resilient community through enhancing medical capabilities of
the City Health Staff
City Health Employees and the Citizenry are the two main beneficiaries of the project; as
advance training workshops develop the technical skills of the medical personnel. Increased
skillful medical personnel would allow for more efficient and effective treatment of diseases and
health surveillance.

Final Report
Project Title: Sustainable implementation of all the different health programs to address
communicable and non-communicable diseases; and other health related concerns
Brief Description:
To address the communicable and non-communicable diseases in the City, the City Health
Office continued the implementation of various health programs.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To address communicable and non-communicable diseases
● To aid in the continuous implementation of health protection and promotion as well as
disease prevention
● To have a healthy population, healthy workforce
This undertaking enables the City Government to provide a sustainable health protection
programs and projects to the local residents of Batangas City and to strengthen the local
government’s initiative on Universal Health Care

Final Report
Project Title: Expansion of the City’s Immunization Program

Brief Description:
In order to prevent diseases in children and adults, it is essential for the City Government to
expand its immunization program making sure that infants/children and mothers have access to
the recommended infant/children and adults vaccines such as vaccines for tuberculosis,
poliomyelitis, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and measles.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To provide recommended vaccines to infants/children and mother
Benefits and Beneficiaries: Infant/Children and Mothers

Final Report
Project Title: Mobile Health Clinic Services in All Barangays

Brief Description:
As part of the development agenda of Mayor Beverley Rose Dimacuha, the delivery of basic
healthcare services in all 105 barangays is very essential particularly to those barangays that are
situated far from the Poblacion. In order to have equal access to health services, the launching of
mobile health clinics is being considered to hasten the access to healthcare services in all
barangays.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To hasten the delivery of basic healthcare services
● To strengthen health delivery system
Benefits and Beneficiaries: All 105 barangays

Final Report
Project Title: Construction of a New City Health Office

Brief Description:
As the city advances, so does the need to update its facilities. The construction of a new city
health office is important to keep up with the new technologies and advancements of medicine.
This new state of the art health office entails complete modern equipment and improved
facilities that will benefit the citizens.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To improve the management and delivery of city health services
● New equipment to be used for the benefit of the citizens
● Improve facilities to allow better healthcare for the people
First and foremost, this project will benefit the citizens. Its new and improved facilities and
equipment will help serve the needs of the people more. This also will benefit the city health
employees who serve the health needs of the citizens by allowing them to use new and updated
equipment to aid the citizens in whatever needs they have.
Implementor or Proponent: CHO, CEO

Final Report
Project Title: Continuous Maintenance of Healthcare Facilities

Brief Description:
In order to make use of healthcare facilities for a longer period of time, it is essential for the City
Government to maintain these facilities and sustain the operations of the hospitals, clinics, and
other healthcare facilities without any interruption.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To sustain the operations of healthcare facilities
Benefits and Beneficiaries: Healthcare facilities owned by the City Government
Implementor or Proponent: CHO, CEO, GSD

Final Report
HOUSING

Project Title: Identification and inventory of government lands for resettlement
Brief Description:
Settlements within hazardous areas need to be resettled, and to provide them resettlement
houses, it is important for the local government to take the first step, which is the identification
and inventory of government lands.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Identify government-owned lands
● Inventory of government-owned land for resettlement
This project shall pave the way for those living in dangerous areas to be relocated somewhere
safer and more secure. Furthermore, having an inventory of the government-owned lands can
benefit the local government.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO

Final Report
Project Title: Resettlement of informal settlers from high risk areas to safe relocation sites and
other on-site development
Brief Description:
Some residents have no choice but to settle in areas that are dangerous or at high-risk due to
various constraints. The local government should take it upon their shoulders to relocate their
residents to safer areas. Relocation sites are preferably in-city relocations, so as to not disrupt
their daily lives and discourage them from going back to their settlements in high risk areas.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Relocate informal settlers in high risk areas to safe resettlement sites;
● Provide citizens/residents with high quality of life through providing a safer and more
secure environment;
● Increase resilience, and reduce vulnerability to natural disasters and calamities;
These shall benefit the informal settlers as they can be assured that their relocation area will be
safer than their current settlement. In addition, the local government can increase resilience,
thereby reducing damage cost caused by a natural disaster.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO, CDRRMO, CSWDO, CPDO

Final Report
Project Title: Implementation of socialized housing project for qualified government employees
and Informal Settler Families
Brief Description:
Development of a shelter program for Batangas city residents, the purchase of lots in Batangas
City
Classification: New
Objective:
● To strengthen the housing program of the city government for the qualified government
employees and informal settler families
● To provide decent and affordable housing to the local residents of Batangas City
Qualified local government employees and informal settler families living in the City especially
those who are living in danger zone areas will benefit from this planning endeavour.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO, CSWDO, CPDO

Final Report
Project Title: Construction of on-site housing through the Community Mortgage Program
Brief Description:
Through the Community Mortgage Program, the relocated settlers are provided funding
assistance for their housing. Beneficiaries can now be provided with options in the payment of
their residence.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To provide financial assistance to those being relocated.
Main beneficiaries are those informal settlers being relocated.

Final Report
SAFETY AND SECURITY

Project Title: Information and Education Campaign for the Promotion of Human Rights
Brief Description:
Information and Education Campaign is one of the essential strategies of the city government to
hasten the promotion of the rule of law and human rights for all, emphasizing relevant local and
national projects and policies.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To promote the rule of law and human rights for all
● To ensure a peaceful, secure, orderly and livable city
Benefits and Beneficiaries: Residents of Batangas City
Implementor or Proponent: CMO, CSWDO

Final Report
Project Title: Provision of security and visitor outposts throughout the City to promote safety
and orderliness
Brief Description:
Ensuring the safety and orderliness in Batangas City is what the City Government is
Classification: New
Objective:
● Promote the safety and security of the residents and visitors of the city
Benefits and Beneficiaries: Residents of batangas city
Implementor or Proponent: CMO, PNP

Final Report
SOCIAL WELFARE
Project Title: Construction of New Early Childhood Care and Development Centers
Brief Description:
New Early Childhood Development centers is an essential aspect in developing cities for the
betterment of vulnerable children of the less fortunate. These centers secure and defend the
human rights of children who cannot be sustained by their parents due to economic and
personal reasons.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To provide early childhood development services to qualified participants.
● Defend the human rights of children who cannot be sustained by their parents.
● Offer services and aid to those who need them.
The development of New early childhood development centers will protect the vulnerable
children in the city. With these centers they will be able to forge their own paths with the help of
the members of the team.
Number of Phases: Three (3) 1-5 (Phase 1), 6-10 (Phase 2), and 11-15 (Phase 3)
Implementor or Proponent: CSWDO, ECCD National Council, Office of the President

Final Report
Project Title: Construction of Tahanans in Selected RUrban sites

Brief Description:
Youth Tahanans are long term shelters for homeless and abandoned youth. These secure them a
place to sleep in and to restore their basic human rights. The Youth Tahanans will provide them
a place to sleep in and food.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Shelterhomeless and abandoned youth
● Restore basic human rights of underprivileged children who cannot support themselves.
● Teach and train children to be independent and self- sustainable
With the development of Youth Tahanans, underprivileged children would have a place to stay.
They will be taught how to be self- sustainable and this could possibly lead to less crime rates
due to more educated homeless children. The streets would be a safer place and the citizens
would all enjoy the basic human rights they deserve.
Final Report
Project Title: Construction of Centralized fully-equipped City Evacuation Center /Isolation
Facilities
Brief Description:
A centralized and fully-equipped City Evacuation Center / Isolation Facility is a safe space for
the citizens in times of crisis such as natural disasters and health emergencies. It is vital in order
to raise the community’s disaster resilience and health recovery capabilities.

Classification: New
Objective:
● Provide maximum care, assistance and services to individuals and families affected by
disasters.
● Provide temporary shelters to guarantee safety and social well-being of the residents
affected by the disaster
● Management of contact, suspect, probable, and confirmed health cases to prevent the
further spread or transmission of infection or contamination.

This project benefits all citizens in times of natural disaster or health emergency events. This is a
proactive measure that can provide shelter to victims before the onset of a disaster which can
lead to less injuries and casualties. The area proposed center can also serve multiple uses such as
a staging area if needed or as an isolation facility to help prevent the spread of disease in times of
a health emergency such as pandemics.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO-CDRRMO, CSWDO, CEO, CHO


Project Title: Emergency Welfare/Shelter/Assistance Program
Final Report
Project Title: Emergency Welfare/Shelter/Assistance Program

Brief Description:
This project aims to educate the population in case of emergency events. It consists of talks and
seminars in relation to welfare, shelter and medical emergency responses. The need for programs
like this is very important in case of natural disasters. The citizens must be aware and prepared to
act in different hazardous situations.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To be responsive during the critical first 100 days of the Administration
● Educate the citizens about emergency responses in case of unwarned natural disasters.
● Give talks and seminars regarding critical actions in case of emergencies
This project benefits all citizens in times of emergency events. This is a preventive measure that
can lead to less casualties in times of natural disasters. The talks and seminars will give insights
and teach the citizens how to act in an unfortunate situation.
Duration: Immediate Term (0-100 Days ) /As the Needs Arises
Implementor or Proponent: CSWDO, DSWD-CALABARZON
Final Report
Project Title: Enhancement of Professional Skills and Competencies of Social Development
Workers
Brief Description:
This project entails advanced training workshops to enhance professional capabilities in
counseling, human interaction and support. The need to educate social workers on professional
skills is essential for the development of a city. Social workers must learn to interact with
different kinds of people and provide them with correct information and assistance to ensure
competence in the work environment.
Classification: Continuing
Objective:
● To enhance the professional capabilities of social development workers in counseling and
providing people support
● Optimize workforce of the local government and other businesses in the city
● Teach social workers how to interact with different types of people to ensure competency
in the work environment.
This program is for City Social Development Workers who serve citizens with family problems,
personality disorders and challenges and mental illnesses so that they may properly serve the
people who need their assistance. Moreover, these programs are so that the people who ask for
assistance get the help that they need by competent people who know how to do their jobs well.

Final Report
Project Title: Operation of Bagong Pag-asa Transition Home

Brief Description:
This project aims to provide temporary shelter and youth formation centers for homeless
children of the city. This is to ensure that all children get the basic human rights that they
deserve. These facilities will train them to be self- sustainable and independent.
Objective:
● To improve the center’s shelter and training facilities
● Provide temporary shelters for underprivileged youth
● Train the underprivileged youth of society how to be self- sustainable and to teach them
basic life skills.
This project benefits homeless underprivileged children, giving them a chance to learn to be
independent so that they can have a second chance at life. Moreover, this will instill safety and
peace within the city. There will be less children on the streets which could possibly lead to the
decrease in crime rates.

Final Report
Project Title: Repair and upgrading of Early Childhood Care and Development Centers
Brief Description:
This project focuses on the repair and upgrading of Child Care centers for clustered barangays
and to follow the standards as mandated by the DSWD. To add multi- purpose halls in order to
accommodate more activities for the children.
Objective:
● To follow the the standards for the Early Childhood Care Development Centers as
mandated by DSWD
● To ensure effective and quality delivery o f the Day Care Service and other ECE-ECCD
program s for children aged zero to 5.11 years
● Accommodate more children and more activities in their facilities.
This project shall ensure that children from birth to age six receive consistently high-quality care
and education so that they can develop their fullest potentials.
The advancement of children’s growth and development is the primary objective of ECCD
centers and service providers.
Implementor or Proponent: CSWDO, CEO

Final Report
Project Title: RP MOVE

Brief Description:
The RP MOVE stands for Responsible Parenthood and Men Opposed to Violence Against
Women and Children. This project aims to counsel families and prevent violence against women
and children.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To promote acceptance of planned and managed family
● Prevent violence against women and children
● Counsel families to instill peace and equality in their household
By conducting talks and seminars, families will be able to learn and apply their learnings in their
daily lives. This benefits all family members and protects women and children against violence.

Final Report
Project Title: Solo Parents Program

Brief Description:
This project aims to assist Solo parents to stay productively employed and engaged with income
earning to be able to support their children. Talks and counseling will be held by professionals to
assist and answer questions regarding the related topics.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To empower and support solo parents seeking improvement in their lives and careers.
● Assist and answer questions of single parents regarding topics that could help them
support their families.
● Counsel single parents to be independent and self- sustainable
This project will benefit the solo parents trying to sustain their families. The program will give
them hope and support them in all their endeavors. Support groups and talks will help them
learn and prepare for real life experiences.

Final Report
Project Title: Relocation of settlements living in disaster prone areas

Brief Description:
Due to the increase in new building developments, underprivileged citizens get evicted from
their homes and must look for other places to settle in. They end up finding settlements near
high risk areas like rivers or train tracks. This project aims to provide correct settlements for the
informal settlers, giving them a better and safer place to live in.
Classification: New
Objective:
● Find adequate lands where informal settlers can live without hazardous risks
● To create new community settlements with basic human services
This project benefits the informal settlers living in high risk areas. This project will give them the
adequate land that they need to live a safe and content life.
Number of Phases: Three (3)
Implementor or Proponent: CSWDO, CDRRMO, NHA TEchnical Supervision

Final Report
SPORTS AND RECREATION

Project Title: Construction of City Grandstand / Upgrading of City Track Oval and Other
Existing Sports Facilities
Brief Description:
As part of the City Government’s socio-economic development agenda, construction of City
Grandstand and upgrading of the City Track Oval and other sports facilities shall be
implemented in the next three years. By upgrading into a world class sports facility, Batangas
City is a promising host for inter and intra city and/or regional sports events and activities.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To create an avenue for sports events
● To establish world class sports facilities
Implementor or Proponent: CMO, CEO
Final Report
Project Title: Drafting of Initial Guidelines for Urban Design and Public Open Space
Development
Brief Description:
According to urban design organization, urban design is about making connections between
people and places, movement and urban form, nature and the built environment. The
formulation of guidelines for Urban Design and Public Open Spaces in Batangas City will help
the City Government to create a synergetic approach in development planning and management.
A City that is conducive for learning and living.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To formulate initial urban design guidelines
Implementor or Proponent: City Government of Batangas

Final Report
Project Title: Development of Public Open Spaces, Pocket Parks, and Urban Gardening
opportunities in all barangays
Brief Description:
Public open spaces such as parks and green spaces serve as the breathing-ground/lungs of the
City. It strengthens community relations by creating a common place for gathering, events and
other community activities. On the other hand, it helps enhance the aesthetic value as well as the
environmental quality in the neighborhoods. Furthermore, open spaces regulate the heat-island
effect in the urban built environment.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To strengthen community relations
● To improve people’s health and well-being
● To ensure food security and sustainability in all barangays
Benefits and Beneficiaries: Residents and Visitors of the City

Final Report
INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLANS, PROGRAMS, AND PROJECTS
Project Title: ISO Certification of the City Government

Brief Description: ISO is a voluntary organization that provides international standards or
specifications for products, services, processes and systems. This helps make industries more
competent and productive. The project consists of converting the existing IT plans into a more
efficient computerized system that will change the dynamics of the current scheme.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● Optimize the current IT plan to reduce delays
○ Computerize the ISO Certification plan
● Create a modern database that updates existing data recording systems
● Identify design and operational gaps that can be filled within the maintenance process
● Organize and systemize existing documents and databases
With the computerization of the ISO Certification of the City Government, industries and
organizations within the City Government will be more efficient and competent. Data will be
found and gathered faster which reduces delays. Moreover, the City Government will have an
uncomplicated ready- to- use database that will increase productivity.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO / HRMDO

Final Report
Project Title: Construction of Resilient Administrative Centers

Brief Description: To accompany the growth of Batangas City, there are plans to locate a New
City Hall within a planned unit development (PUD) for easier access to local government
services. The New City Hall shall be designed to withstand natural calamities and be a built
symbol for safety and security through incorporating Resilient Architecture principles.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To construct a New City hall that would cater to the growing demands of the city;
● To locate a New City Hall easily accessible by businesses and residents; and
● To lessen operation and maintenance cost and damage expenses through constructing a
City Hall that could withstand natural calamities
With Batangas having areas that are highly vulnerable to natural disasters, resilient infrastructures
are necessary to help reduce property damage and expense brought about by these calamities.
Furthermore, it allows for reduced disruption of government operations to increase convenience
and reliability, benefitting the local government, investors, business owners, and its residents.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO, CEO

Final Report
Project Title: Revision/Adoption of the City Revenue Code

Brief Description: According to the Local Government Code (RA 7160) Section 191, LGUs are
encouraged to update and adjust the rates of tax ordinances once every five (5) years. The
existing revenue code of Batangas was last updated in 2009; hence the urgent need to review the
existing revenue code.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To provide a more organized revenue code to ease implementation of tax collection,
which the local government can use as revenue source for the implementation of their
development plans, programs, and priority projects
● To adjust and update tax rates accordingly for a fair share of profits from the use and
development of resources within their jurisdiction
● To increase transparency
● To take into consideration current economic sensitivity and tax payers financial capability
● To increase efficiency and effectiveness of tax collection through simplified provisions,
and removal of unproductive bases of revenue which the LGU does not wish to enforce
Updating the existing revenue code would benefit greatly the local government, as it would allow
them to have a more effective and efficient tax collection, thereby increasing revenue generated.
On the other hand, it would also help the residents and taxpayers as the updated revenue code
would create more transparency in terms of tax collection. Increased tax collection would also
mean that the local government has more funds to implement their development plans and
programs which would greatly benefit the constituents.
Implementor or Proponent: SP

Final Report
Project Title: Creation of the City Internal Audit System Office

Brief Description:
The Batangas City Internal Audit System Office is a part of Mayor Beverley Dimacuha’s
development agenda. It aims to strengthen the internal control system in all City Government’s
transactions and operations. This office ascertains the reliability and integrity of financial and
operational information and makes sure that the assets and other resources of the city
government are accounted for. Likewise, it evaluates the performance of the city government
personnel in carrying out their responsibilities.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To determine the administrative performance of the city government
● To review the alignment of the city government policies in the national setting
● To improve the processes in the city government’s operation
The creation of an Internal Audit System Office is essential in city government operations
because of its capacity to manage and evaluate the administrative performance of the City
Government.

Final Report
Project Title: Updating of the City’s Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS)
Brief Description:
As per the recently approved Republic Act 11315 also known as the “Community-Based
Monitoring System Act”, cities and municipalities in the country are mandated to produce
and/or update their existing CBMS. Under the law, CBMS is defined as an organized
technology-based system of collecting, processing, and validating necessary disaggregated data
that may be used for planning, program implementation and impact monitoring at the local level
while empowering communities to participate in the process. Likewise, this profiling system
should regularly be updated every three (3) years. To fully realize this law in the local government
setting, the City Government of Batangas gave importance on the updating of their 2012 CBMS.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To produce a profiling system for data collection, processing, mapping and analysis.
● To generate data that is based on the household level
● To produce a centralized system of data collection and inventory
CBMS serves as an important planning tool which can be used as baseline information for
project planning and management. On the other hand, it harmonizes the data of various LGU
offices.
Implementor or Proponent: CPDO

Final Report
Project Title: Launching of Mobile City Hall

Brief Description:
The launching of Mobile City Hall is one of the 8-point development agenda of Hon. Mayor
Beverley Dimacuha on her term. The mobile city hall offers free medical check-up and
vaccination, free legal consultation, birth and death registration, application of government
identification card (i.e. Senior Citizen ID, PWD and solo parent ID), and other requests or
inquiries on business permits application, violence against women and the like. This initiative
aims to bring in most of the services of the city government to the community especially those
living in areas far from the city hall.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To bring in services of the city government to the community
● To strengthen the interconnection between the community and the local government
● To speed up the delivery of social services in far flung areas.
Mobile City Hall will encourage people’s participation in local government initiatives and

Final Report
Project Title: Approval/Adoption of the Revised City Comprehensive Land Use Plan
(2019-2028), Integrated Zoning Ordinance (2020) and Comprehensive Development Plan
(2019-2025)
Brief Description:
The DILG Memorandum Circular No. 2019-172, encourages the compliance of all local
government units in the country to update and/or enhance their Comprehensive Land Use Plan
and Comprehensive Development Plan. The Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) is a
planning document which guides and regulates the development of a city or municipality in the
next nine (9) years. A Comprehensive Development Plan, on the other hand, is the medium term
multi-sectoral plan of the local government unit. The plan embodies the vision, sectoral goals
and objectives of the municipal/city government through the city’s proposed plans, programs,
projects and activities. The implementing tools for the two mandated plans are the Zoning
Ordinance (for CLUP) and the Local Development Investment Program (for CDP). Under the
same memorandum, every city and municipality is encouraged to have an updated plan by the
end of June 2020. The approval of the revised Batangas City Comprehensive Land Use Plan
(2019 - 2028) and Integrated Zoning Ordinance (2020) and the Comprehensive Development
Plan (2019-2025) are on its final phase and will soon be updated by the Sangguniang Panlungsod.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To harmonize the development of the natural and built-up environment
● To guide the future use of land and water resources of the city
● To fully realize the multi-sectoral plans of the City Government through the
implementation of the proposed programs and projects of the city.
CLUP and CDP are the two important planning documents of the City Government in
facilitating various developments of the city. This will help city government officials in making
planning decisions pertaining to land use development as well as priority programs and projects
of the City.
Implementor or Proponent: CPDO

Final Report
Project Title: Values/Discipline Integration Program for the City citizenry

Brief Description:
The City Government of Batangas already launched the “Eto Batangueño Disiplinado
Magkatuwang Tayo” Program which aims to instill the Batangueño spirit of discipline and good
manners and right conduct to its constituents. This program is one of the values/discipline
integration programs of the current City Government under Mayor Beverley Dimacuha.
Likewise, the City Government of Batangas continues to formulate and implement programs
that develop the personality and improve the behaviour and attitude of Batangueño.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To inculcate discipline and good manners to the City residents
● To develop and promote values formation at the local setting.
The residents of the City will benefit from this program
Implementor or Proponent: City Mayor’s Office , EBD-MMT Core Group

Final Report
Project Title: Full Implementation of the Ease of Doing Business Act

Brief Description:
The Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018 was
enacted to promote integrity, accountability, proper management of public affairs and public
property in all government offices and agencies including local government units (LGUs),
government-owned or controlled corporations and other government instrumentalities. This act
aims to provide efficient delivery of government services as well as prevent incidence of
corruption in the government. The City Government of Batangas aims to fully implement this
mandate in all city government transactions.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To provide efficient delivery of city government services
● To expedite the processing and approval of licenses, clearances, permits and
authorizations
● To increase transparency in City Government operations
This full implementation of the Ease of Doing Business Act will benefit the residents of the City
particularly individuals and/or business groups which are currently operating within the city.
Implementor or Proponent: SP

Final Report
Project Title: Improvement of the City’s Business One Stop Shop

Brief Description:
In compliance with the Ease of Doing Business Act, the Business One Stop Shop (BOSS) is
mandated to be established in every municipality and/or city in the country. This is where the
application of business, construction, and other permits and licenses are to be received and
processed. The Batangas City One-Stop-Shop was established last 2015 and in its continuous
operation. In order to provide efficient transaction processes, improvement of the shop
particularly its systems and procedures shall be considered.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To expedite the application and processing of permits, licenses, certifications and
authorization
● To harmonize the processing of documents as well the functions of the concerned local
government offices
● To improve the systems and procedures in the City’s Business One Stop Shop
● To eliminate red tape and reduce the processing time of business permits from one week
to one day
The improvement of the City’s Business One Stop Shop will benefit the residents of the City
particularly individuals and/or business groups which are currently operating and/or will be
operating within the city.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO-BPLO

Final Report
Project Title: Establishment of New City Agriculture Office

Brief Description:
The existing office servicing the agriculture sector is currently under the Office of the City
Veterinary and Agricultural Services (OCVAS). OCVAS is a city government office which
promotes and advances animal safety and protection as well as agricultural development in the
City. Batangas has a vast area dedicated to agriculture with much development potential (e.g.,
agri-tourism, urban gardening/agriculture, climate-resilient and climate-smart agriculture, etc.).
In order to realize the city’s potential in this sector, there is an urgent need to create an office
that would concentrate on developing and implementing plans and programs that would
maximize the agricultural resources of the city. This approach will deviate the existing
administrative functions of OCVAS into two separate offices namely Office of the City
Veterinary and Office of the City Agriculture Office.
Classification: New
Objectives:
● To create a separate office, solely dedicated to the agriculture sector, that would focus on
the further development and continuous growth of the industry;
● To better manage and monitor the agricultural sector and its components;
● To increase efficiency and productivity of the agricultural industry; and
● To generate agricultural development opportunities for farm owners and workers as well
as fisherfolks
Main beneficiaries include the farmers and traders, since there will be a separate office that
would facilitate and serve the growing demands of the industry. The residents and the local
government would indirectly benefit from this, as increased productivity and performance of the
agriculture sector would increase food production; thus providing the city with enough food
source and sufficient revenue.
Implementor or Proponent: CMO - HRMDO

Final Report
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT PLANS, PROGRAMS, AND PROJECTS
Project Title: Resilient and Disaster Proof Infrastructure Program (Continuous construction
of additional sea walls, river protection and/or retaining walls)
Brief Description:
Flooding is the highest disaster risk identified for the city. It affects a significant portion of the
city’s central business district near the city hall/poblacion barangays as well as low-lying
barangays along and at the mouth of the Calumpang River. Flooding affects almost 60-70
percent of the city’s total population and the main residential, commercial and industrial areas.
Moreover, it affects the transport, logistics and institutional areas of the city. Due to this, various
infrastructure projects have been identified in previous plans and in this new Comprehensive
Development Plan (CDP), including a city-wide drainage and sewage master plan to address the
flooding and handling of storm waters and wastewater management of the city.

Likewise, several major road infrastructure projects have also been identified including the
construction of a 3rd bridge as well as widening of roads and construction of a new
by-pass/diversion road. These infrastructure programs are very expensive and vital requirements
for the city’s growing economy, population and vision as a ‘regional logistics’ hub. The assurance
that these vital infrastructure projects are resilient and disaster proof will not only greatly reduce
economic and social impacts of flooding in the city and its population but improve the
population’s resilience and early recovery after a disaster.
Classification: New and existing
Objective:
● To enhance resilience and ability of city infrastructure facilities to mitigate and maintain
functionality during flooding events in the city.
● To integrate design and planning DRR considerations into the city’s infrastructure,
improve technical and engineering standards of major city infrastructure facilities (i.e.
roads, bridges, drainage/sewage systems, public buildings/structures – schools, hospitals,
multi-purpose halls/centers, etc.) and improve their resilience against flooding and
earthquake events.
● Reduced economic and social costs/impacts due to minimal disruption in logistics,
transport and mobility of people, goods and services of DRR-improved/enhanced
infrastructure facilities;
● Improved access and delivery of basic services, reduced congestion, and, improve quality
of life by creating a more sustainable economic growth
● Faster response and recovery of affected communities, business and people;
● City-wide beneficiaries and general public, low-lying barangays/communities and coastal
communities
Final Report
Number of Phases: Program-to-program basis

Implementer or Proponent: CMO-CDRRMO-CEO
(minimal: Integration to design and planning; actual cost of or built-in cost: implementation
of DRR-designed/enhanced infrastructure projects)

Final Report
Project Title: CCA-DRRM Mainstreaming Program (Updating and mainstreaming of

CCA-DRRM in sectoral plans and programs)
Brief Description:
Mainstreaming and integration of CCA-DRR in national, sub-national, local and sectoral plans is
a national policy adopted under the Climate Change Act of 2009 (RA 9729) and DRRM Act of
2010 (RA 10121). It is to be implemented at all planning levels of government, especially at the
local government levels. The mainstreaming and integration of CCA-DRR in local sectoral
development plans and programs is a mandated function of the LGU. But more importantly,
mainstreaming and integrating CCA-DRR is local sectoral development plans and programs
ensures that local government and community programs, projects and services are sustainable
and resilient thereby ensuring that these programs, projects and services will continue to be
provided to the city’s constituencies not only regularly, but in times of disaster when it is most
needed.
Classification: New and existing
Objective:
● To enhance resilience and ability of all city sectoral plans, programs, projects and services
and ensure that these services are provided sustainably even during disaster events; and
● To ensure LGU compliance with mandate on integrating CCA-DRR in local plans
● Improved sustainability and delivery of basic city services and projects, contribute to
improved quality of life; more sustained economic growth.
● Faster response and recovery of affected communities, business and people;
● City-wide beneficiaries and general public
Number of Phases: Program-to-program basis
Implementer or Proponent: CMO-CDRRMO
(minimal: integration to design and planning; actual cost of or built-in cost: implementation of
local sectoral programs, projects and activities (PPAs))
Final Report
Project Title: Construction of new disaster-resilient barangay roads, bridges, drainage, sea walls,
piers, and other public infrastructure
Brief Description:
As flooding is one of the more prominent disasters identified in the city, the major risk areas and
communities located along the banks of Calumpang River and near its mouth. Other areas
identified for flood risks as the coastal communities in the south of the city along with Isla
Verde. However, the larger part of the population and commercial areas at risk are those along
the Calumpang River. For this reason, the strengthening of both sides of the Calumpang River is
a very important action that should be executed. The proposed linear park on both sides of the
river as well as clearing of obstructions and structures along the easements of the river are critical
DRR mitigation measures.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To prevent and strengthen flood protection of low-lying communities and commercial
areas along the Calumpang river and coastal areas, including Isla Verde.
● The security of residential and commercial areas in Poblacion areas and along banks of
Calumpang river; and
● Benefits the coastal communities in the southern part of the city and Isla Verde.
Implementer or Proponent: CMO- CDRRMO, CEO

Final Report
Project Title: Distribution of Flood Evacuation Map of Each Flood-Susceptible Barangays

Brief Description:
Around 60 barangays or more than half of the city’s 103 barangays are considered highly
susceptible to flooding. Almost all of the 17 urban barangays, especially those around the
Calumpang river are considered highly-susceptible. In the poblacion area, 7 out of the 24
poblacion barangays are at risk as well as 36 of the 63 rural barangays.
A critical element in improving disaster resilience in local communities is improving their
accessibility to disaster information to ensure a better planning method and prepare for better
potential disaster threats/risks in their areas. The availability of risk and vulnerability maps (scale
1:5,000m) will greatly help local barangays to enhance and strengthen their local disaster and
contingency plan and programme, especially in the identification of vulnerable families,
evacuation sites, early warning systems and communications, and, other preventive actions that
can be done by the community.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To enhance barangay and community-level disaster preparedness and contingency
planning; conduct drills and improve early warning systems and risk appreciation by local
communities.
Benefits and Beneficiaries: All flood susceptible barangays and its residents

Final Report
Project Title: Close Monitoring and Implementation of Guidelines and Policy Regarding the
Operation of Industries and Other Businesses
Brief Description:
Improving the city’s resilience involves not only integrating and mainstreaming CCA-DRR in the
local development plans, policies and programs but also in its implementation. A critical aspect
of ensuring that CCA-DRR initiatives adapt in the city’s development plans and policies is by the
implementation and strong enforcement of local ordinances relating to zoning, development
controls/restrictions, easements and application and monitoring of building standards and
measures. In this context, the monitoring and implementation of the city’s ordinances affecting
zoning restrictions, issuance of building permits/locational clearances/occupancy permits,
compliance to development and building standards, inspection and evaluation of existing public
and private structures, compliance to environmental and sanitation laws, are among the
non-infrastructure activities that LGUs can implement to enhance local resilience.
Classification: Continuing and expansion
Objective:
● To ensure compliance with local development, environmental, public safety, engineering,
and health standards and conditions;
Benefits and Beneficiaries: All barangays and their constituencies; private and business groups.

Final Report
Project Title: Resettlement of informal settlers from high risk areas to safe relocation sites and
other on-site development
Brief Description:
One of the city’s most vulnerable groups that are highly threatened by disasters are informal
settlements, particularly those located at high risk areas such as riverbanks, coastal and low-lying
communities as well as upland/sloping areas. In these cases, most of these communities are also
the poorest households in the city, which makes their location much more critical in terms of
threats to life and property. One of the critical actions needed to improve resilience and reduce
vulnerabilities of communities from disaster are to physically identify and reduce the number of
families in harm’s way or those located in high-risk areas to flooding, landslides and tsunami.
These will involve implementing different in-situ actions or the relocation of these
families/households to safer areas, depending on the physical, ecological, institutional and
technical conditions and willingness of the affected families and communities in the area.
Classification: New
Objective:
● To minimize and reduce the number of vulnerable communities/households located in
high-risk areas;
● To provide safe and secure residences/place of work to highly-vulnerable groups,
particularly the poor.
● Highly vulnerable communities/households in high-risk areas to flooding and landslides.
Implementer or Proponent: CMO, CDRRMO, CSWDO, CPDO

Final Report
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Prepared by: Arch. / EnP. CARDELAN B. HERNANDEZ

1 Quick Facts About Batangas City

2 Matrix of Development Indicators

3 Sectoral Development Plans

4 Master List of Development Programs and Projects

2. Public and socialized housing will also be given priority not just for lower ranking

Socialized housing projects are low-cost or affordable housing

6. Improve and finish the renovation of our City Markets.

1.0. Quick Facts About Batangas City

1.1. Brief Historical Background

1.2. Geo-Physical Characteristics

The City of Batangas is a coastal city with a total land area of 28,541.44 hectares is situated at the

Slope and Elevation

Agricultural Resources and Plains

Most of the Batangas City’s flat land (0-8%) and potential arable land of about 6,759.15 hectares

Soil Type and Location

1.3. Demographic Profile

National, Regional, Provincial, and City Populations

According to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), the

Philippines 100,981,437 1.72

Region IV-A (CALABARZON) 14,414,774 2.58

Province of Batangas 2,694,335 2.41

Batangas City 329,874 1.46

Lipa City 332,386 3.08

Tanauan City 173,366 2.49

Number of Average

Number of Average

Number of Average

Labor Force Population

1.4. Social Services

The City Health Office is the main provider of primary health care services in Batangas City, and

Major Economic Activities

Table 1-8. Inventory of Commercial Establishments by Economic Activities, 2016-2017

Number of Business Establishments by Economic Sector

Table 1-9. Number of Commercial Establishments by Economic Activities, 2016-2017

1.6. Infrastructure and Utilities

Public Land Transportation Vehicles

Batangas City has a total road length of approximately 543.61km. Its road network is comprised

1.6.3. Power Supply

The primary power distribution service in the City is being provided by Meralco (Manila Electric

1.6.4. Communication Facilities

General Air Quality

General Water Quality

Batangas City Government Functional Structure

The mayor leads the Local Government Unit; under which are the different heads of office who

Figure 1-1. City Government of Batangas Functional Chart

2.0. Matrix of Development Indicators

2.1. Demographic Indicators

Table 2-1. Demographic Indicators

2.2. Social Development Indicators

Table 2-2. Social Development Indicators

2.3. Economic Development Indicators

Table 2-3. Economic Development Indicators

2.4. Infrastructure and Utilities Development Indicators

Table 2-4. Infrastructure and Utilities Development Indicators

2.5. Environment Indicators