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President Rodrigo Duterte discusses matters with Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. on the sidelines of the virtual 13th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Summit at the Malacañang Palace on Friday. PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO

Wilfredo Aquino. Moderate risk barangays or close to high-risk barangays are Brgys. 4-A, 8-A, 9-A, 11-B, and 19-B. All barangays not mentioned are classified as low and minimal risk. As of November 25, Davao City recorded eight cases, lower than the 10 cases reported on November 24. The city currently has a total of 198 active cases. The city has logged a total of 53,741 COVID-19 cases since March 2020, 51,766 recoveries, and 1,777 deaths.

government is currently spearheading the construction of more roads, water systems, school buildings, and other vital infrastructure facilities in the communities. Moreover, with the downpour of funds from the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTFELCAC), more critical infrastructure projects are now being implemented. This year, the province received an allocation of PHP640 million from the

NTF-ELCAC intended for the Barangay Development Program (BDP) of which PHP20 million was earmarked for each of the 32 barangays that were cleared from the communist insurgency. A hallmark program of NTF-ELCAC with the end goal of bringing development to former conflict-prone communities, the BDP forms part of the government’s whole-of-nation approach in fighting the rebellion waged by the Communist Party of the

BY MAYA M. PADILLO

Davao City Covid-19 Task Force Spokesperson Dr. Michelle Schlosser said on Friday that only 46 of the city’s 182 barangays currently have Covid-19 cases leaving 136 barangays as Covid-19-free. “Daghan na tag barangay na zero sa Covid-19 cases. How many days na wala tay critical o

high-risk areas from November 14 to 20. These barangays kasagaran one to two cases lang naa sa ilang barangay. Wala na tay gina-lockdown nga establishments. Dako sad tag pasalamat no sa atong mga establishments diri sa Davao, cooperative kaayo ang mga owners,” Schlosser said.

Based on the city’s barangays classifications from November 22 to 27, 2021, there are zero critical risk barangays while one barangay, Barangay 10-A, is classified as highrisk. There are also zero high-risk barangays or those close to critical risk barangays. Barangays classified as moderate risk are Brgys 20-B and 39-B, Buhangin Proper, Centro (San Juan, Agdao), Governor Paciano Bangoy (Agdao), Marapangi, Rafael Castillo, V. Hizon, Sr., and

he province of Davao Oriental is getting closer to its goal of being declared insurgency-free, officials declared Friday following recent breakthroughs in peace and security. In a statement, Governor Nelson Dayanghirang said he was pleased to see that the provincial government is finally beginning to reap the rewards of its efforts and sacrifices in the fight against the communist insurgency. “It has been a long time

that we had suffered from the horrors of the armed conflict, but today we are happy that we are now nearing our goal of achieving genuine peace in the province,” he said. Meanwhile, Col. Oliver Maguiling, Army’s 701st Brigade commander, said military efforts on “quick impact programs” also helped the province to attain peace and development, particularly in the former communist-influenced areas in the hinterlands.

Among the programs that the Army participated in was the provincial government’s “Serbisyo” mobile program, more popularly known as Nagkakakisang Lingkod-Bayan ng Davao Oriental Barangay Outreach Caravan (NLDBOC). Putting a premium on social services, the program reaches out to the most farflung villages to deliver government services. With the support of various national funding agencies, the provincial

SFA, Panacan, Davao City – Three high-powered firearms belonging to the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) were recovered by the troops of Eastern Mindanao Command (EastMinCom) under LtGen. Greg T. Almerol, during a joint intel operation launched by the 701st Infantry Brigade (701st Bde) in Barangay Maligaya, Rosario, Agusan del Sur on November 26 through the aid of former rebels. Troops of EastMinCom’s 10th Infantry Division, 701st Bde, 67th Infantry Battalion (67th IB), and Intelligence units recovered a Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) and two M16A1 rifles after some former rebels, who previously surrendered to the troops, disclosed the location of an arms cache where the items were stashed. LtGen. Greg T. Almerol, commander of EastMinCom, said that the military’s recent recovery of arms cache in Eastern Mindanao through the tip

Majority of barangays in Davao City have zero Covid-19 cases avao City has not classified a single barangay as critical or high-risk Covid-19 areas from November 14 to 20, 2021 as majority have recorded zero cases.

EastMinCom troops recover 3 CTG firearms

of former rebels indicates their willingness to help the government in finally disarming the remaining consolidations of CTG and pursue peace and development in its formerly affected areas. “The former communist terrorists confessed to our respective military units that their bitter and unfair experience in the hands of their CTG leaders served as an awakening that prompted them to abandon their cause. They have now expressed strong determination to help us in ways that they know best and that is through the disclosure of information that has intel value,” LtGen. Almerol said. LtGen. Almerol added that EastMinCom continues to enhance ties and work with former rebels in locating other CTG resources to further incapacitate them. “I commend both the troops of 701st Brigade and new allies, the former rebels, for their unparalleled efforts in bringing sustain-

Philippines-NPA-National Democratic Front (CPPNPA-NDF) in the countryside. The program aims to eradicate the root causes of the insurgency, poverty, disease, lack of education and opportunities, and social injustice in far-flung communities across the country identified to have been influenced by the communist ideology. The BDP is directed to initially rehabilitate and develop 822 barangays for-

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Wood remains the main source of fuel for cooking among farmers in Barangay Dahilayan, Manolo Fortich town in Bukidnon. MindaNews photo taken Nov. 25, 2021 by H. MARCOS C. MORDENO

City eyeing to inoculate all unvaccinated Dabawenyos on ‘Bayanihan, Bakunahan’ Big-ticket projects position Davao Region as an investment magnet

he number of township developments, mixed-use developments, and subdivisions is showing a booming real estate sector in Davao Region. Fernando Zobel de Ayala, president and CEO of the Ayala Corporation, said recently that big-ticket projects such as the Davao City Bypass Road Project, Davao Coastal Road Project, Mindanao Railway Project (MRP), and the expansion of the Davao International Airport (DIA) will boost Davao Region’s position as an investment magnet. The 10.7 kilometers Contract Package I-1 of the Davao City Bypass Construction Project (DCBCP), which is to be implemented by the Department of Public Works and Highways Unified Project Management Office (DPWH-UPMO) Operations, is being expected to improve cargo transport and logistics in the Davao Region, stretches from Toril in the southern part of Davao City to the neighboring city of Panabo in Davao del Norte. A symbolic blast held on November 19, 2021 signaled the start of the tunnel excavation works, which is part of the DCBCP. The 18.2-kilometer

Davao coastal road is expected to provide an alternative route to the Pan-Philippine Highway in the southern part of the city, which has been experiencing heavy traffic congestion. It will also serve as a diversion road for inter-provincial and regional transport movements. Some of its segment are planned to be inaugurated next year. The first phase of MRP, with a P35.91-billion budget that will be financed by China, covers 105 kilometers connecting the cities of Davao, Tagum, and Digos in the Davao Region while DIA’s expansion is one of the goals following the enactment of the Davao International Airport Authority (DIAA) through Republic Act (RA) 11457, signed into law by President Rodrigo Duterte last August 30, 2019. Ayala, who was one of the keynote speakers of the recently concluded Davao Investment Conference (Davao ICon 2021), said Ayala Land’s more than P40 billion investments that include land acquisitions, residential projects, retail outlets, offices, hotels, and tourism, and various

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BY MAYA M. PADILLO

pagfollow nato sa mimimum public health standards ug karon sa umaabot na Nov. 29 to Dec. 1 gina-awhag namo ang tanan na muapil sa atoang National Vaccination Days ug atoang bakunahan ang tanan katawhan na wala pa nabakunahan, puwede ta mangadto sa atoang vaccination hubs,” she said. All vaccination hubs

in Davao City are open for walk-ins ages 12 and up who want to get a first dose, second dose or missed dose during the three-day activity. These vaccination hubs are Magallanes Elem School, F. Dizon Elem School- Bacaca, Gaisano Mall Bajada, Davao City National High School, SM City Davao (Ecoland), Matina Aplaya Elem School, A. Mabini Elem School, SM Lanang Premier, Buhangin Central Elem. School, TESDA Korphil Bunawan, Philippine Ports Authority- Sasa, Malabog Elem. School- Paquibato District, Malagos Elem. School, Calinan Central Elem. School,

Marilog Elem. School, Gaisano Mall-Toril, Don Juan Elem. School-Toril, Mintal Central Elem School, Almendras Gym, San Roque Elem. School-Obrero, V. Hizon- Sasa, University of Southeastern Philippines (USEP) Gym, People’s Park (Walk-in and Drive-Thru Vaccination), Tacunan Elem. School, F. Bustamante School-Tibungoc, S.I.R Elem. School- Sandawa, and Ma-a National High School. Vaccinees are required to bring the following: for first dose - valid ID, Safedavao QR and ballpen; for second dose/missed dose - vaccination card, valid ID,

Josefa, Veruela, and Loreto. As the only bank present in the municipality, the branch is expected to serve the banking and financial requirements of over 4,360 farmers and fishers. It would also make transactions easier for 18,512 and 10,246 beneficiaries of the Conditional and Unconditional Cash Transfer (CCT/ UCT) Programs of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), respectively, when receiving cash payouts. The Bunawan Branch’s

two ATMs are now part of Agusan del Sur’s 11 LANDBANK ATMs. These would significantly help ease foot traffic in LANDBANK branches and ATM terminals to facilitate the cash withdrawals of the Banks’ customers, which include government workers, teachers, police and military personnel, and small businesses in the area, especially during paydays. “LANDBANK’s network expansion is geared towards delivering quality products and services to

more customers and meeting their emerging needs. While we ramp-up the expansion of our electronic banking channels, our branches and other physical touchpoints remain equally important in servicing our customers, especially those in the countryside,” LANDBANK President and CEO Cecilia C. Borromeo said. Bunawan Mayor Sylvia B. Elorde expressed her gratitude to LANDBANK for establishing a branch in

he city government of Davao is looking to inoculate remaining Dabawenyos who have not been vaccinated for the first or second dose, or have had missed dose during the “Bayanihan, Bakunahan” National Vaccination Days which

Dr. Michelle Schlosser, spokesperson of the Davao City Covid-19 Task Force, urged Dabawenyos to participate in the said activity by getting vaccinated even if cases of Covid-19 in Davao City continue to decline. “Naga remind ta sa mga katawhan na even if nagagamay ang atoang cases magpadayon gihapon ang

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LANDBANK opens first-ever bank in Bunawan

UNAWAN, Agusan del Sur – The Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) officially inaugurated its newest branch and the first-ever bank in the first-class municipality of Bunawan in the Province of Agusan del Sur on 08 November 2021. Strategically located at the Municipal Hall Compound in Barangay San Teodoro, the LANDBANK Bunawan Branch will service the town’s ten (10) barangays, including the neighboring towns of Trento, Sta.

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On the digitalization of services brought by the government to keep up with every Filipino in their needs:

I have a pending bill in the Senate, the proposed E-Governance Act that I filed on my first year as a Senator. It can serve partly as a blueprint and model on how we transform many processes into digitalized form.” Sen. Bong Go

EDITORIAL Accidental politician Senator Christopher “Bong” Go is not a pure-bred politician. He is a worker, a classic public servant.

So when he was suddenly thrust to politics, first as a candidate to the Philippine Senate, everything happened by accident. But luck was on the side of this accidental politician he won a seat to the upper chamber when 21 million Filipinos gave him their vote, the third highest in the 2019 elections.

Sen. Go is on a spot he cannot afford to look back. He has to push forward, so to speak. So off he goes as yet another accidental politician running for President. He admits never in his wildest dreams he would be in this position where he is one of the few candidates from whom the nation will choose who they want to lead in the next six years after President Duterte steps down.

And now, by another stroke of genius, the trusted aide of President Duterte is thrust once more to the political derby, this time for the highest position in the land--the presidency.

So when Sen. Bong issued an emotional statement on Thursday that was close to hinting he is withdrawing, we understand. The enormity of the situation and the task ahead is just too much to take. He needed time to think and discern. It probably has just sunk in to him and he needed a deep thought.

In an elections that is shaping up to be the most bizarre yet,

There is no right time for accidental heroes. We feel for Sen. Go who is honest enough to admit he is in a precarious position.

Known to follow orders of President Duterte, Senator Go was literally told to run for the presidency by his long-time boss and the latter’s political party.

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TALE OF A LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT Dear IBP Davao,

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The Congress enacted Republic Act 10175 or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. This law defined and punished offenses, which may be grouped as follows: offenses against the confidentiality, integrity and availability of computer data systems; computer-related of-

fenses, such as computer forgery, fraud and identity theft, and content-related offenses, such as cybersex, child pornography and, most significantly, cyber libel. Cyber libel is defined as a public and malicious imputation of a crime, or of a vice or defect, real or imaginary, or any act, omission, condition, status, or circumstance tending to cause the dishonor, discredit, or contempt of a natural or juridical person, or to blacken the memory of one who is dead, and committed through a computer system or any other similar means which may be devised in the future. The Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012, in relation to the Articles 353 and 355 of the Re-

vised Penal Code, clearly identifies the author and the editor as the persons clearly liable for the crime of cyber libel: “Art. 360. Persons responsible. — Any person who shall publish, exhibit, or cause the publication or exhibition of any defamation in writing or by similar means, shall be responsible for the same. The author or editor of a book or pamphlet, or the editor or business manager of a daily newspaper, magazine or serial publication, shall be responsible for the defamations contained therein to the same extent as if he were the author thereof. Normally, there is no cyber libel for merely liking, sharing, or retweeting posts on social media. To further explain, let us discuss a decision of the

Supreme Court in the case of Disini vs. Secretaryy of Justice, G.R. No. 203335, February 11, 2014, where it was held that the Cyber Crime Law provisions penalizing the “aiding or abetting of Libel” as unconstitutional and overbreadth. In the said case, the court ruled that: “Libel in the cyberspace can of course stain a person’s image with just one click of the mouse. Scurrilous statements can spread and travel fast across the globe like bad news. However, xxx, if such means are adopted, self-inhibition borne of fear of what sinister predicaments await internet users will suppress otherwise robust discussion of public issues. Democracy will be threatened and with it, all liberties. Penal laws should provide

reasonably clear guidelines for law enforcement officials and triers of facts to prevent arbitrary and discriminatory enforcement. The terms ‘aiding or abetting’ constitute broad sweep that generates chilling effect on those who express themselves through cyberspace posts, comments, and other messages. Hence, Section 5 of the cybercrime law that punishes ‘aiding or abetting’ libel on the cyberspace is a nullity.” (Emphasis supplied) However, it must always be remembered that if your agreement to the original post constitutes a comment that is in itself “defamatory in character”, then it might no longer be considered as a protected speech. Worse, it might bring a possible libel suit.

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DIABETES: SILENT KILLER “A silent killer disease” – that’s how Dr. Roy B. Ferrer describes diabetes. In this country, one in 14 Filipino adults lives with diabetes, according to the International Diabetes Foundation (IDF). Dr. Ferrer knows what he is talking about. He is an internist (he received his doctor of medicine from Davao Medical School Foundation in 1990) and a master of science in internal medicine, majoring in diabetology (from the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center in 1999). The Davao Chapter Diabetes Philippines, where he was the president from 2009 to 2012, was awarded the Best Diabetes Chapter. during his reign. Diabetes, he points out, is mostly downplayed. To think it is one of the leading diseases of morbidity and mortality in the Philippines. The Department of Health lists diabetes as the sixth leading cause of death among Filipinos. In addition, diabetes is “the leading cause of end stage kidney failure, blindness, stroke and heart attack,” Dr. Ferrer laments. “Noteworthy to give attention, too, is that behind the mortalities of coronavirus disease infection are those who have poor control in diabetes and its complications.”

Last November 14, the Philippines joined the international community in commemorating World Diabetes Day. But the sad thing is that only very few know that there is such commemoration. An estimated 7.3 million Filipinos have diabetes, with 3.5 million of them diagnosed and the remaining ones undiagnosed. It is no wonder why the Philippines is now touted as a “diabetes hotspot.” A study published in Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine showed the prevalence of individuals with diabetes living in the urban areas (8.5%) compared to those in the rural areas (5.7%). “Diabetes is slightly more preponderant among females at 7.4% compared to males at 7.0%,” it said. Every 6 seconds, studies show, one person dies of diabetes complications. Medical science considers diabetes a chronic disease. “Your blood glucose levels are controlled by insulin, a hormone produced by your pancreas,” explains accu-chek.com. ph. “When you eat, food gets broken down and glucose enters your bloodstream. Insulin takes the glucose out of your bloodstream and allows it to enter your cells where it is broken down and turned into ener-

gy.”

A person who has diabetes either doesn’t have enough insulin or the insulin the person has doesn’t work to get the glucose out of his blood and into his cells. This is how the blood glucose ends up going higher than it should. There are two main types of diabetes. With type 1 diabetes, the pancreas doesn’t make insulin at all. In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas doesn’t make enough insulin or the insulin doesn’t work correctly. The start of type 1 diabetes usually happens fast, and the symptoms may be intense. Symptoms of type 2 diabetes, on the other hand, are usually mild (or even not there at all) and appear over time. Common symptoms of either type include the following: frequent urination, excessive thirst, increased hunger, unexplained weight loss (type 1), feeling tired and lethargic, lack of interest and concentration, a tingling sensation or numbness in the hands or feet, blurred vision, frequent infections, headaches/feeling dizzy, slow-healing wounds, and vomiting and stomach pain. More often than not, people with diabetes also suffer from hypoglycemia (low blood glucose). This occurs when the

blood glucose level drops to 70 mg/L or below. It happens when there is too much insulin or diabetes medication in your body. The symptoms of hypoglycemia are: shakiness, weakness, or chills, irritability or confusion, hunger, dizziness or nausea, blurred vision or headache, slurred speech, and seizures or unconsciousness. The best way to avoid getting diabetes complications is to be diagnosed early. “Getting diagnosed early is important because most of its serious complications are preventable,” assures Dr. Marie Yvette Rosales-Amante, who had her fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism at the University of Massachusetts. “Diabetes doesn’t need to be a life sentence of ill health,” wrote Lam Lye Cheng in an article published in Reader’s Digest some years back. “With prompt diagnosis, simple lifestyle adjustments and, if necessary, medications, people with diabetes can expect to have a long and productive life.” Dr. Gauden Galea, a public health physician who was still with the regional office of the World Health Organization when interviewed by this author a couple of years ago,

agrees: “Diabetes is not a death sentence. A normal life is possible with diabetes.” History has proven this. Among those who have defied diabetes include Filipino singer Gary Valenciano, Soviet premier Yuri Andopov, Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, French painter Paul Cezanne, American inventor Thomas Edison, American writer Ernest Hemingway, Oscar winner Spencer Tracy, Egyptian politician Gamal Abdel Nasser, and English author H.G. Wells. Generally, people with diabetes are advised to eat most of the following: legumes, lentils, cereals, fresh fruits (nonsweet) and vegetables. What about rice? “Rice is a traditional diet for Asians and provides a rich source of many essential vitamins and minerals,” explains Dr. Tham May Ked, senior medical officer of the Department of Health in Hong Kong. “For diabetics, the key is moderation.” Likewise, diabetics must have small portions of foods rich in protein like fish, seafood, lean meat, skinless chicken, nuts, low-fat cheese, yoghurt, and milk. They must minimize eating foods and drinks that contain a lot of simple sugar, such as honey, sweets, cakes, soft drinks and beer, among others.

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able peace in Eastern Mindanao. Let us all work together for the greater good of the Filipino people and the nation,” LtGen. Almerol expressed. Meanwhile, EastMinCom previously reported that it has seized more than 600 high-pow-

ered and low-powered firearms in combat operations and through the surrender of former communist terrorists from January to November 24 this year. A bulk of these weapons were recovered through the aid of former rebels.

Safedavao QR, and ballpen. Additional requirements for pediatric vaccination 12 to 17 years old are birth certificate/baptismal certificate of minor, valid ID of minor, valid ID of parent/guardian. If accompanied by a guardian, Barangay Certificate/Special

Power of Attorney (SPA) of guardianship and if with comorbidities, bring medical clearance from the pediatrician. The “Bayanihan, Bakunahan” aims to vaccinate 15 million individuals in three days. The Department of Health

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Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT-SHERIFF Davao City

BPI FAMILY SAVINGS BANK, INC. Mortgagee, - versus -

EJF-REM CASE NO. 18,147-21

the Municipality, which is also the third LANDBANK branch in the province of Agusan del Sur. “The presence of your prestigious bank affirms that without a doubt, Bunawan is a developing town and that we are so proud of. I believe that your bank will contribute more to the (DOH) is mobilizing other government agencies, local government units (LGUs), civil society organizations, and private sector partners across the 17 regions of the country.

fast economic growth of our community and will serve as a better foundation of productive investments to our people especially to our local farmers. With you, Bunawan will surely achieve what this administration hopes for all Bunawanons,” she said. The Bunawan Branch brings LANDBANK’s physical network to a total of 412 branches and 68 branch-lite units across all 81 provinces nationwide, further extending its reach to serve more unbanked and underserved areas.

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION BRANCH 33 Davao City

IN RE: THE MATTER OF PETITION ADOPTION OF MINOR CHILD DESTINY MALLARI WITH PRAYER FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO “ANGELIC DESTINY DONAIRE TAGLUCOP”.

SPL. PROC. CASE NO. R-DVO21-02465-SP

SPS. ALEXANDER M. TAGLUCOP AND SUSAN DONAIRE-TAGLUCOP Petitioners,

SERCIA CAPUNHAG DALAGAN Mortgagor/s X--------------------------------------X

NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Upon extra-judicial petition for foreclosure and sale under Act 3135, as amended, filed by the above-mentioned mortgagee against SERCIA CAPUNHAG DALAGAN, with postal address at 99 PADRE FAURA STREET, BRGY. 33-D, DAVAO CITY, the mortgage indebtedness which as of August 27, 2021, the unpaid indebtedness of the mortgagors, to be satisfied out of the proceeds of the foreclosure is P1,177,817.16, Philippine Currency, inclusive of outstanding balance, insurance, interest, the late payment charges, attorney’s fees and liquidated damages from OCTOBER 24, 2020 up to the date of foreclosure sale, plus cost of publication of the Notice of Sale and expenses of the foreclosure proceedings, the undersigned Sheriff IV of the Regional Trial Court, Davao City, will sell at public auction on JANUARY 13, 2022 at 10:00 A.M., or soon thereafter, at the main entrance of Hall of Justice, Ecoland, Davao City, to the highest bidder for CASH and/or MANAGER’S CHECK and in Philippine Currency, the real property with all its improvements found thereon, to wit: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-146-2019001696 AVIDA TOWERS DAVAO TOWER 2 RESIDENTIAL FLOOR: 18 UNIT NO.: 3 UNIT CALLOUT: 1803 AREA: 22.40 TOTAL: 2.40 SQ.M. UNIT TYPE: STUDIO All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated time and date. That in the event the public auction should not take place on the said date, it shall be held on FEBRUARY 10, 2022 without further notice. Prospective buyers are hereby enjoined to investigate for themselves the title of the above-described real property and encumbrances thereon, if any there be. Davao City, Philippines, NOVEMBER 24, 2021

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ATTY. FRANCISCO M. CAMPANER – the OIC Clerk of Court & Ex-Officio Prov’l Sheriff

(SGD.) JULITO J. ANGGOT Sheriff IV

Represented by: Susan Donaire-Taglucop - versus -

ORDER This is a verified petition for the Adoption of the minor child Destiny Mallari with prayer to change name to “Angelic Destiny Donaire Taglucop” filed by Spouses Alexander M. Taglucop and Susan Donaire-Taglucop, praying of this Honorable Court that, after notice, publication and hearing, to render a decision: 1, Granting the adoption of DESTINY MALLARI by petitioners-Spouses ALEXANDER M. TAGLUCOP and SUSAN DONAIRE-TAGLUCOP and grant the change of name of the child from “DESTINY MALLARI” to “ANGELIC DESTINY DONAIRE TAGLUCOP”; 2. To issue an order directing the Office of the Local Civil Registrar of Davao City, Philippines to issue a Certificate of Live Birth to Angelic Destiny Donaire Taglucop which shall not contain any annotation of the adoption and that it is a new Certificate of Live Birth and which shall now show among others the following: a. Name of the child as ANGELIC DESTINY DONAIRE TAGLUCOP b. Date and Place of Birth: May 17, 2017 at Davao City, Philippines c. Sex: Female d. Name of father: Alexander Marfil Taglucop e. Name of Mother: Susan Gorgonio Donaire f. Date and Place of Parents’ Marriage: January 29, 2004 at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Church, Bo. Obrero, Davao City, Philippines. g. Other relevant matters Finding the verified petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the preliminary conference of this petition on January 17, 2022 @ 2:00 o’clock in the afternoon and pre-trial conference and hearing on February 21, 2022 @ 2:00 o’clock in the afternoon. Pursuant to Section 11, Article IV of the Domestic Adoption Act of 1998, petitioners are hereby directed to submit themselves to the Social Worker of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), for the preparation of the required case study (home and child study), within ten (10) days from receipt of this Order. The Social Worker of the Department of Social Welfare and Development is hereby directed to conduct a case study on minor child Destiny Mallari, her biological parents and petitioners, and to submit a report (home and child study reports) and recommendation thereon within thirty(30) days from receipt of this Order. Pursuant to Sec. 12(6) of A.M. No. 02-6-02-SC, Mr. Joel Paulino C. Caturan, is likewise directed to conduct counselling sessions with the biological parents (if known) on the matter of adoption of the adoptee and to submit her report before the date of hearing. Petitioners are hereby directed to cause the publication of this Order at their expense, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation, which has been selected after a raffle, in the City and the four (4) provinces of Davao. Likewise, petitioners are further directed to furnish the Office of the Solicitor General a copy of their petition and to submit proof of compliance thereto. Any person interested or who seeks to oppose the instant petition may appear to state why the petition should not be granted. SO ORDERED. Davao City, Philippines, June 15, 2021.

SPL. PROC. CASE NO. R-DVO21-03298-SP

EMILY BURGOS PRIEGO Petitioner, X------------------------------X

ORDER This is a verified petition for the Adoption of the minor Eumee Cye Nasuli with prayer to change name to Eumee Cye Priego, filed by the petitioner Emily Burgos Priego, praying that after due notice, publication and hearing, judgment be rendered, adjudging that the minor child EUMEE CYE NASULI be declared, for all legal intents and purposes, the legitimate child of her Certificate of Live Birth as EUMEE CYE PRIEGO. Finding the verified petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the preliminary conference of this petition on March 10, 2022 @ 2:00 o’clock in the afternoon and pre-trial conference and hearing on April 11, 2022 @ 2:00 o’clock in the afternoon. Pursuant to Section 11, Article IV of the Domestic Adoption Act of 1998, petitioners are hereby directed to submit themselves to the Social Worker of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), for the preparation of the required case study (home and child study), within ten (10) days from receipt of this Order. The Social Worker of the Department of Social Welfare and Development is hereby directed to conduct a case study on minor child Eumee Cye Nasuli, her biological parents and petitioners, and to submit a report (home and child study reports) and recommendation thereon within thirty(30) days from receipt of this Order. Pursuant to Sec. 12(6) of A.M. No. 02-6-02-SC, Mr. Joel C. Caturan, is likewise directed to conduct counselling sessions with the biological parents (if known) on the matter of adoption of the adoptee and to submit her report before the date of hearing. Petitioners are hereby directed to cause the publication of this Order at their expense, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation, which has been selected after a raffle, in the City and the four (4) provinces of Davao. Likewise, petitioners are further directed to furnish the Office of the Solicitor General a copy of their petition and to submit proof of compliance thereto. Any person interested or who seeks to oppose the instant petition may appear to state why the petition should not be granted. Davao City, Philippines, September 23, 2021. (SGD.) LOPE L. CALIO Judge

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION BRANCH 33 Davao City

IN RE: THE MATTER OF PETITION ADOPTION OF MINOR MARRIANA GRACIELA GALLEGO LAMBINO WITH CERTIFICATION OF A SIMULATED CERTIFICATION OF LIVE BIRTH

ORDER

This is a verified petition for the Adoption of the minor Marriana Graciela Gallego Lambino with Certification of a Simulated Certification of Live Birth, filed by petitioners Spouses Jhamel Gural Lambino and Jexcem Marie Y. GallegoLambino, praying of this Honorable Court, that herein petitioners be exempted from the trial custody period requirement as the child has been in the custody of herein petitioners since her birth and up to the present and that an Order be issued by this Honorable Court declaring MARRIANA GRACELA GALLEGO LAMBINO as a legally adopted child of herein petitioners with the reciprocal rights and obligation arising from a relationship of parents and child, including the right of said minor to carry the name MARRIANA GRACELA GALLEGO LAMBINO which she has always carried since her birth but now therefore etched with legal function.. Finding the verified petition to be sufficient in form and substance, set the preliminary conference of this petition on January 19, 2022 @ 2:00 o’clock in the afternoon and pre-trial conference and hearing on February 23, 2022 @ 2:00 o’clock in the afternoon. Pursuant to Section 11, Article IV of the Domestic Adoption Act of 1998, petitioners are hereby directed to submit themselves to the Social Worker of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), for the preparation of the required case study (home and child study), within ten (10) days from receipt of this Order. The Social Worker of the Department of Social Welfare and Development is hereby directed to conduct a case study on minor child Marriana Graciela Gallego Lambino, her biological parents and petitioners, and to submit a report (home and child study reports) and recommendation thereon within thirty(30) days from receipt of this Order. Pursuant to Sec. 12(6) of A.M. No. 02-6-02-SC, Mr. Joel C. Caturan, is likewise directed to conduct counselling sessions with the biological parents (if known) on the matter of adoption of the adoptee and to submit her report before the date of hearing. Petitioners are hereby directed to cause the publication of this Order at their expense, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation, which has been selected after a raffle, in the City and the four (4) provinces of Davao. Likewise, petitioners are further directed to furnish the Office of the Solicitor General a copy of their petition and to submit proof of compliance thereto. Any person interested or who seeks to oppose the instant petition may appear to state why the petition should not be granted. Davao City, Philippines, July 12, 2021. (SGD.) LOPE L. CALIO Judge

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION BRANCH 14 DAVAO CITY SP PROC. CASE NO. R-DVO21-03814-SP

KAREN R. CATACUTAN, Petitioner, - versus - THE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF DAVAO CITY X-------------------------------------X

ORDER OF HEARING A VERIFIED petition is presently filed by Petitioner, Karen R. Catacutan, assisted by her Counsel, Atty. Lara May B. Goc-ong, and respectfully prays that after due notice and hearing, an Order be issued recognizing and upholding the divorce on the marriage of the petitioner TSUYOSHI ISHIGAMI obtained in Japan in order to allow its registration in the records of the civil registrar. Finding the petition to be sufficient in form and substance, the same is hereby sets the same for hearing on March 7, 2022 at 8:30 in the morning. Let this Order be published at the expense of the petitioner in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Davao, once a week for THREE (3) CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. All interested persons may appear before this Court on or before the aforesaid date of hearing to show cause, if any, why the Petition should not be granted. Furnish with a copy of thi Order together with a copy of the Petition to the Office of the Solicitor General, the City Prosecution’s Office, the Office of the Clerk of Court, Regional Trial Court, the Office of the Local Civil Registrar, Counsel for the Petitioner as well as the Petitioner herself. SO ORDERED. Given this 26th day of October 2021, at Davao City, Philippines.

(SGD.) JILL ROSE S. JAUGAN-LO Presiding Judge

SPL. PROC. CASE NO. R-DVO21-02771-SP

SPS. JHAMEL GURAL LAMBINO and JEXCEM MARIE Y. GALLEGO-LAMBINO Petitioners, X-------------------------------------------------X

(SGD.) LOPE L. CALIO Judge

IN THE MATTER OF RECOGNITION AND/OR ENFORCEMENT OF DIVORCE OBTAINED IN FOREIGN COUNTRY,

nity and would like to address those needs,” Soberano said. CLI is currently developing the Davao Global Township (DGT), which was the former Matina Golf course, is envisioned to transform the Davao Golf Club into an iconic business district with Phase 1, set for completion in 2022, is estimated to cost P10 billion with an extensive 93,000 square meters of gross floor area. It will include a corporate center, two premier residential towers, a retail strip with a cineplex, outdoor retail spaces, and a civic center. By Maya M. Padillo

potential of Davao Region. Meanwhile, Jose Soberano III, chairman and president/ CEO of Cebu Landmasters Incorporated, who was also a keynote speaker during the said conference, said that Davao Region is one of the top areas in Visayas and Mindanao in terms of GDP and population. “Those factors will lead to concerns of addressing the housing backlog. That’s why we in Cebu Landmasters are here, we look at the opportu-

OFFICE OF THE CIVIL REGISTRAR OF DAVAO CITY, Respondent. X-----------------------------------------------X

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION BRANCH 33 Davao City IN RE: PETITION FOR ADOPTION OF MINOR EUMEE CYE NASULI WITH PRAYER TO CHANGE NAME TO EUMEE CYE PRIEGO

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Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT-SHERIFF Davao City BPI FAMILY SAVINGS BANK, INC. Mortgagee EJF-REM CASE NO. 18,114-21 - versus - Sps. MA. LIZA Q. NALUAN & NARCISO T. NALUAN JR. Mortgagor/s X-----------------------------------X

NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Upon extra-judicial petition for foreclosure and sale under Act 3135, as amended, filed by the above-mentioned mortgagee against SPS. MA. LIZA Q. NALUAN and NARCISO T. NALUAN JR., with postal address at PRK BANGUS 1, BRGY. SAN PEDRO, PANABO CITY to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness which as of September 14, 2021, the unpaid indebtedness of the mortgagors, to be satisfied out of the proceeds of the foreclosure is P 10,834,714.92, Philippine Currency, inclusive of outstanding balance, insurance, interest, late payment charges, attorney’s fees and liquidated damages from JUNE 26, 2020 up to the date of foreclosure sale, plus cost of publication of the Notice of Sale and expenses of the proceedings, the undersigned Sheriff IV of the Regional Trial Court, Davao City, will sell at public auction on January 6, 2022 at 10:00 A.M., or soon thereafter, at the main entrance of Hall of Justice, Ecoland, Davao City, to the highest bidder for CASH and/or MANAGER’S CHECK and in Philippine Currency, the following real property/ies mentioned and described below together with all its improvements found thereon, to wit: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. 146-2019017126 LOT NO.: 34 BLOCK NO. 10 PLAN NO: PCS-112402-006159 PORTION OF: THE CONS/SUBD OF LOTS 44, 51, XXXX, PSD-11-043021 LOCATION: BARANGAY COMMUNAL, DAVAO CITY, XXX AREA: ONE HUNDRED NINETY TWO (192) SQUARE METERS, MORE OR LESS All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated time and date. In the event the public auction should not take place on the said date, it shall be held on FEBRUARY 3, 2022 without further notice. Prospective buyers are hereby enjoined to investigate for themselves the title of the above-described real property and encumbrances thereon, if any there be. Davao City, Philippines. NOVEMBER 09, 2021

For ATTY. FRANCISCO M. CAMPANER – the OIC Clerk of Court & Ex-Officio Prov’l Sheriff (SGD.) JOSEPH T. CASTRO JR. Sheriff IV

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DAVOR... FROM 2 merly established as guerilla fronts of the CPP-NPA-NDF in several parts of the countryside. “With the overloading of projects, these communities could no longer find a reason to complain because the government is there delivering programs and services even to the most far-flung communities,” Dayanghirang said. Amid all these, Dayanghirang lauded the efforts of the Army, the police, and all agencies working together to achieve the elusive peace. “Peace and development

are our twin goals. We cannot have one without the other, so I am asking everyone to unite and help each other,” he said. The CPP-NPA is listed as a terrorist organization by the United States, European Union, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the Philippines. The NDF has been formally designated as a terrorist organization by the Anti-Terrorism Council on June 23, 2021, citing it as “an integral and separate part” of the CPP-NPA created in April 1973. (PNA)

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT-SHERIFF Davao City

SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM (SSS) Mortgagee, - versus -

Upon extra-judicial petition for sale under Act 3135, as amended, filed by the above-mentioned mortgagee against EDWIN C. BARLIS, with postal address at #148 JACINTO ST., LOT 18, BLK 17, STO DOMINGO VILLAGE 1, BO. PAMPANGA, DAVAO CITY, to satisfy the indebtedness which as of September 1, 2021 in the sum of P982,005.23, Philippine Currency, including interest thereon, penalties and other charges, and other legal expenses incident of foreclosure and sale; the undersigned Sheriff IV of the Regional Trial Court, Davao City, will sell at public auction on JANUARY 13, at 10:00 A.M., or soon thereafter, at the main entrance of Hall of Justice, Ecoland, Davao City, to the highest bidder for CASH and/or MANAGER’S CHECK and in Philippine Currency, the real property with all its improvements found thereon, particularly described below, to wit: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-114970 “A parcel of land (Lot 18, Blk. 17, of the Subdivision Project, Psd-11016399, being a portion of lot 3095-B-5-B-2-B-11-C, PSD-11-016204), situated in the Barrio of Pampanga, City of Davao, Island of Mindanao. Containing an area of ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY-FOUR (174) Square Meters, more or less.” All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the abovestated time and date. That in the event the public auction should not take place on the said date, it shall be held on FEBRUARY 10, 2022 without further notice. Prospective buyers are hereby enjoined to investigate for themselves the title of the above-described real property and encumbrances thereon, if any there be. Davao City, Philippines, NOVEMBER 24, 2021

2. Eastwest Bank Savings Deposit with Account No. 2000-37-891-311, and 3. BDO Savings Deposit with Account No. 008200144548. That the above-mentioned properties/assets has been the subject of an EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE executed among her heirs. Per Doc. 428; Page no. 87; Book No. X; Series of 2021 of the Notary Public Atty. JOSEPH BRIAN A. ATENSOR.

NOTICE OF AUCTION SALE All pawned items the redemption grace periods of which lapsed on or before November 30, 2021, which have not been redeemed or renewed as of the foregoing date will be sole at public auction at the offices shown below from 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. OFFICE AUCTION DATE

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Head Office, 2006 Rizal Avenue, Digos City December 15, 2021 (6382) 553-2258 Davao del Sur, Philippines Digos Market Branch, Jose Abad Santos Public Market, Digos City, Davao del Sur

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Davao San Pedro Branch, Draicu Bldg., San Pedro St., Davao City, Philippines

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Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION BRANCH 52 Davao City IN RE: PETITION FOR CORRECTION OF ENTRIES IN THE CERTIFICATE LIVE BIRTH OF WILMA TALATAYOD BELDERA, PARTICULARLY, THE DATE OF BIRTH FROM “DECEMBER 22, 1961” TO DECEMBER 22, 1960”; AND THE LAST NAME FROM “TALATAYUD” to “TALATAYOD”.

R-DVO-21-01929-SP

WILMA TALATAYOD BELDERA, Petitioner,

NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL SALE of REAL PROPERTY

1. A parcel of land situated at Deca Homes, Brgy. Tacunan, Tugbok, Davao City with an area of ONE HUNDRED TWENTY (120) square meters more or less, covered with TCT No. T-146-2021014304;

EJF-REM CASE NO. 18,159-21

EDWIN C. BARLIS Mortgagor/s X--------------------------X

ORO DEL SUR PAWSNHOP, INC. 2006 Rizal Avenue, 8002 Digos City, Davao del Sur, Philippines Telefax: (6382) 553-2258; E-mail: ospimain@yahoo.com TIN: NV-272-089-502-0000

EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE Pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 74 of the Revised Rules of Court of the Philippines, NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late BERNADETH BASTE KITAMURA who died intestate on April 6, 2021 in Davao City leaving properties/assets to wit:

ATTY. FRANCISCO M. CAMPANER – the OIC Clerk of Court & Ex-Officio Prov’l Sheriff

EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE Pursuant to Sec. 1 Rule 74 of the Revised Rules of Court of the Philippines, NOTICE is hereby given that the estate of the late ABELARDO C. ABELLANA SR., ROSA D. ABELLANA and MARTIN D. ABELLANA SR. who died intestate on July 14, 1988, June 18, 2012 and July 7, 2021 in Davao City respectively, leaving Applications for Free Patent with the Bureau of Lands, to wit: Application for Free Patent before the Bureau of Lands No. (VIII-I)-15020 described as a tract of land situated ion the Barrio of Eden, Davao City; Application for Free Patent before the Bureau of Lands No. (VIII-I)-15021 described as a tract of land situated in the Barrio of Eden Davao City. That the surviving heirs would like to replace their ancestors’ rights over the said parcels of land, and would like to continue, take-over and signify their willingness to undergo the process of the Application for Free Patent before the Bureau of Lands. That this instrument refers to EXTRA-JUDICIAL SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE executed among their heirs. Per Doc. 428; Page no. 87; Book No. LIII; Series of 2021 of the Notary Public Atty. FAIRY FAITH B. RABAGO-AGUSTIN.

-versus THE LOCAL CIVIL REGISTRAR OF DAVAO CITY, DAVAO DEL SUR, THE OFFICE OF THE SOLICITOR GENERAL Responndents.

X------------------------------------------------------------X

ORDER A verified Petition for “Petition for correction of entries in the Certificate Live Birth of Wilma Talatayod Beldera, particularly, the Date of Birth from December 22, 1961” to “December 22, 1960”; and the last name from “Talatayud” to “Talatayod”, was filed wherein petitioner prays that after notice, publication and hearing, an Order be issued directing the Local Civil Registrar of Davao City, The Office of the Solicitor General of the correction of entries in the Certificate of Live Birth of Wilma Talatayod Beldera, particularly the Date of Birth From December 22, 1961” to December 22, 1960”; and the last name from “Talatayud” to “Talatayod”. Finding the petition to be sufficient in form and substance, the same is hereby set for hearing on December 3, 2021 at 8:30 in the morning, on which date and time, all persons concerned may appear to show cause, if any, why the prayer in the petition shall not be granted. Let this Order be published at the expense of the Petitioner in a newspaper of general circulation in the City and three (3) provinces of Davao, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks. The Petitioner is further directed to furnish the Solicitor General with a copy of the petition and the latter is directed to appear for the Senate. Notify all parties concerned through this Order. SO ORDERED. Davao City, Philippines, June 30, 2021.

(SGD.) RONALD S. TOLENTINO Presiding Judge

(SGD.) JULITO J. ANGGOT Sheriff IV

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION BRANCH 52 Davao City IN THE MATTER OF CANCELLATION OF ENTRIES R-DVO-21-03855-SP IN THE CERTIFICATE OF LIVE BIRTH OF DOMINGO YOSHIDA MASAO AS REGARDS THE DATE AND PLACE OF MARRIAGE OF HIS PARENTS, MARCELO COLIMBANG MASAO & OKOMA MENDOG YOSHIDA, APPEARING AS “DECEMBER 1, 1950, TUNGKALAN, TORIL, DAVAO CITY”, HEIRS OF DOMINGO YOSHIDA MASAO Represented by DOMINGO TABORADA MASAO JR., Petitioners, -versus CIVIL REGISTRAR OF DAVAO CITY AND ALL PERSONS/ENTITIES WHO/WHICH MAY BE AFFECTED THEREBY Respondents. X-----------------------------------------------------X

ORDER A verified Petition for “Cancellation of Entries in the Certificate of Live Birth of Domingo Yoshida Masao as regards the date and place of marriage of his parents, Marcelo Colimbang Masao & Okoma Mendog Yoshida, appearing as “December 1, 1950, Tungkalan, Toril, Davao City”, was filed wherein petitioner prays that after notice, publication and hearing, an Order be issued directing the Local Civil Registrar of Davao City and all persons/entities who/ which may be affected thereby, for the cancellation of entries in the Certificate of Live Birth of Domingo Oshida Masao. Finding the petition to be sufficient in form and substance, the same is hereby set for hearing on February 21, 2022 at 2:00 in the afternoon, on which date and time, all persons concerned may appear to show cause, if any, why the prayer in the petition shall not be granted. Let this Order be published at the expense of the Petitioner in a newspaper of general circulation in the City and three (3) provinces of Davao, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks. The Petitioner is further directed to furnish the Solicitor General with a copy of the petition and the latter is directed to appear for the State. Notify all parties concerned through this Order.

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT-SHERIFF Davao City HOME DEVELOPMENT MUTUAL FUND (HDMF) /Pag-IBIG Fund, Mortgagee, EJF-REM CASE NO. 18,143-21 - versus - ROSENDO R. MERIWAN Mortgagor/s X-----------------------------X

NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL SALE Upon extra-judicial petition for foreclosure and sale under Act 3135, as amended, filed by the above-mentioned mortgagee against ROSENDO R. MERIWAN, with postal address at Lot 28, Blk 75 Deca Homes, Esperanza, Tigatto, Davao City, to satisfy the mortgage indebtedness in the total amount of SIX HUNDRED FORTY SIX THOUSAND SIXTY NINE PESOS & 98/100 (P646,069.78), Philippine Currency, inclusive of interest and penalty charges as of August 31, 2021 plus attorney’s fees and other legal expenses incident of foreclosure and sale; the undersigned Sheriff of the Regional Trial Court, Davao City, will sell at public auction on DECEMBER 16, 2021 at 10:00 A.M., or soon thereafter, at the main entrance of Hall of Justice, Ecoland, Davao City, to the highest bidder to CASH and/or MANAGER’S CHECK and in Philippine Currency, the real property/ies with all its improvements found thereon particularly described below, to wit: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. 146-2014002482 “A PARCEL OF LAND (LOT 28, BLK 75 XXX) SITUATED IN THE BARANGAY OF TIGATTO, CITY OF DAVAO, ISLAND OF MINDANAO. XXX. CONTAINING AN AREA OF EIGHTY (80) SQUARE METERS, more or less.” All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated time and date. That in the event the public auction should not take place on the said date, it shall be held on JANUARY 13, 2022 without further notice. Prospective buyers are hereby enjoined to investigate for themselves the title of the above-described real property and encumbrances thereon, if any there be. Davao City, Philippines, November 11, 2021

Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT-SHERIFF Davao City SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM (SSS) Mortgagee, - versus -

NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALE of REAL PROPERTY Upon extra-judicial petition for foreclosure and sale under Act 3135, as amended, filed by SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM or SSS against GENARA J. YAP MARRIED TO JOCELYN P. YAP, with postal address at Lot 21, Blk 6, CATOTAL SUBDIVISION, BAGO APLAYA, 8000 Davao City, to satisfy the indebtedness which the mortgagors failed and refused to pay as of August 1, 2021 in the sum of P1,002,318.19, Philippine Currency, including interest thereon, penalties and other charges, also secured by the said mortgage, the undersigned Sheriff IV of the Regional Trial Court, Davao City, will sell at public auction on JANUARY 6, 2022 at 10:00 A.M., or soon thereafter, at the main entrance of Hall of Justice, Ecoland, Davao City, to the highest bidder to CASH and/or MANAGER’S CHECK and in Philippine Currency, the following real property/ies mentioned and described below together with all its improvements found thereon, to wit: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-134883 “A parcel of land (Lot 21, Blk. 6 of the subdivision project, Psd-11-018831, being a portion of 8-B-1 (LRC) Psd-116631), situated in the Barrio of Bago, City of Davao, Island of Mindanao. Containing an area of ONE HUNDRED SEVENTYEIGHT (178) Square Meters, more or less.” All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated time and date. That in the event the public auction should not take place on the said date, it shall be held on FEBRUARY 3, 2022 without further notice. Prospective buyers are hereby enjoined to investigate for themselves the title of the above-described real property and encumbrances thereon, if any there be. Davao City, Philippines, November 18, 2021

ATTY. FRANCISCO M. CAMPANER – the OIC Clerk of Court & Ex-Officio Prov’l Sheriff

SO ORDERED. Davao City, Philippines, October 20, 2021. (SGD.) RONALD S. TOLENTINO Presiding Judge

(SGD.) RONNA M. NEMEÑO Sheriff IV

EJF-REM CASE NO. 18,138-21

GENARA J. YAP MARRIED TO JOCELYN P. YAP Mortgagor/s X-----------------------------------X

ATTY. FRANCISCO M. CAMPANER – the OIC Clerk of Court & Ex-Officio Prov’l Sheriff

(SGD.) SANTI JULIAN G. SOLOMON Sheriff IV

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A long queue of vehicles can be seen in the premises of Sasa Ferry wharf almost every weekend as beachgoers from Davao City and nearby towns troop to the Island Garden City of Samal (IGaCoS) after restrictions were eased due to the lowering cases of Covid-19 in the region. Edge Davao

Economy seen to sustain recovery from pandemic

he infrastructure unit of the Aboitiz Group is looking to partake in the country’s economic recovery as it sets sights on project opportunities in the industrial development, water, digital infrastructure, and transport sectors.

Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) is optimistic that the economy will sustain its recovery from the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic, as demand for more infrastructure solutions emerges. “At the beginning of the year, we set out to revamp our brand as part of our top priorities. We want to establish InfraCap as a fullfledged strategic business unit within the Aboitiz

Group, with a unique, impactful, and market-relevant brand identity and to be known as a reliable partner for growth, dedicated to nation-building and uplifting the lives of Filipinos,” AIC president and chief executive officer Cosette Canilao said in a virtual press briefing Friday. AIC’s Integrated Economic Centers are rebranding to ‘Economic Estates’ and will individually be

known as LIMA Estate, Mactan Economic Zone 2 Estate, and West Cebu Estate. The change comes as expansion plans for LIMA and West Cebu Estate are underway which are expected to yield up to 89,000 jobs combined. Backing the government’s goal to boost the infrastructure buildup across the country, Canilao said the company aims to create “purpose-driven infrastructure” to advance business and communities. AIC has been ramping up its portfolio in the past few years. For 2021, the company earmarked PHP13 billion in total con-

solidated capital expenditures with its partners for the rollout of various projects, including its newest venture into common towers. In April, AIC announced that it has agreed to form a joint venture with leading global private markets firm, Partners Group, acting on behalf of its clients, to establish a telecommunications infrastructure platform called Unity Digital Infrastructure Inc. (Unity). More than just filling in the gaps in the country’s infrastructure, AIC wants to emphasize in its new branding that it looks beyond the singular impact of a project.

leases this year were part of the quick response indemnification fund of the agriculture department for the affected hog raisers in the region. “We concluded our 2021 releases this November through a series of distributions conducted in the different towns with ASF-affected families,” Presilda said. A total of PHP1,525,000 in funds were released this month to 105 affected families, she added.

She pointed out that the PHP1,525,000 released this month is part of the PHP6.3 million total indemnification funds for 2021. Of the total amount released this month, PHP660,000 was released to 64 affected families in the town of Talacogon in Agusan del Sur and PHP455,000 to 13 families in the town of San Francisco in the same province. A total of 28 families were also given indemnifica-

tion this month with a total amount of PHP410,000 in Claver, Surigao del Norte. “The final distributions of indemnification this year were facilitated from Nov. 12 to 16,” Presilda said. The DA-13, in a statement Friday, continues to encourage the remaining affected backyard raisers in the region to participate and avail themselves of the subsidized insurance of the Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation (PCIC). (PNA)

DA-13 gives ASF-affected families P6.3-M indemnity

he Department of Agriculture (DA) in Region 13 (Caraga) has indemnified 467 affected families when the African swine fever (ASF) hit the region this year. A total of PHP6.3 million indemnification fund was released to the families this year that covered around 1,270 hogs hit by the ASF. In a phone interview Friday afternoon, Emmylou Presilda of the Information Office of DA-13 said the re-

Foreign biz urged to invest in PH game-changing’ initiatives

inance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III pitched before foreign investors Friday the Philippines’ “game-changing undertakings” to ensure a strong, inclusive, and resilient recovery from the pandemic as he urged them to take part in these initiatives to help achieve a ‘sustainable and better future” for the Filipino people. These game changers include a fast-tracked digitalization program across the Philippine bureaucracy, the timely passage of the corporate tax reform law, the establishment of a national identification system, measures to improve the ease of doing business, the sustained modernization of the country’s infrastructure, and ambitious climate adaptation and mitigation projects, he said. Dominguez said investment partnerships with foreign investors can be strengthened in the areas of infrastructure development, manufacturing, digital technology, renewable energy (RE) and research and development (R&D) activities. “This is a good time to expand collaborations. Our countries are emerging from the pandemic, led by the adept public policy and strong private sector initiatives,” he said in a virtual

Philippine Economic Briefing (PEB) with the different foreign chambers in the country. Dominguez also reaffirmed the Philippines’ rosy post-pandemic economic outlook in his pre-recorded message aired during the 10th anniversary celebration of the Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines Inc. (ICCPI). “The Philippines is a vibrant market once again. We are determined to return to the pattern of rapid growth momentarily interrupted by the pandemic. We are more than ready for the new and better normal,” he said. With coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) infections declining at a steady rate owing to the Philippines’ scaledup vaccination drive, he reiterated the economic team’s earlier assessment of achieving a full reopening of the economy by the onset of the New Year. Dominguez said he expects the 7.1-percent growth of the economy in the third quarter, along with the increase in foreign direct investments (FDIs), sound financial position, and continuing fiscal discipline to further lead to a better gross domestic product (GDP) performance in the fourth quarter.

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Residents in the fishing village of Mabua in Surigao City help dock a fisherman’s pump boat Wednesday afternoon (24 November 2021). MindaNews photo by ROEL N. CATOTO

DOF chief optimistic GDP to grow 4% to 5% in 2021 BSP keeps credit card interest rate at maximum 2% per month

he Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas on Friday said it has maintained credit card transaction ceilings set last year, including the maximum interest for outstanding balance at 2 percent per month. The retention is in line with the current low interest rate environment which was also kept at its lowest level of 2 percent, the BSP said in a statement. The cap was earlier implemented in September under its Circular No. 1098. “The maximum interest rate or finance charge on unpaid outstanding credit card balance of a cardholder remains at 2 percent per month or 24 percent per year,” the BSP said in a statement. Monthly add-on rate that issuers can charge on installment loans was also kept at a maximum of 1 percent, the central bank said. The maximum processing fee for the availment of credit card cash advances will also stay at the current rate of P200 per transaction, it said. “The decision of the

Monetary Board is based on a holistic assessment considering the developments in the macroeconomy, the state of credit card financing as well as the safety and soundness of banks and other credit card issuers. It will also continue to help ease financial burden of consumers through affordable credit card pricing,” BSP Governor Benjamin Diokno said. The ceiling on credit card transactions will remain effective unless revised by the BSP, it said. Diokno earlier said the surging credit card interest rate, which used to hit 40 percent, was “unacceptable.” Data showed that credit card business activity improved in 2021, with growth in monthly card applications, card billings and issued cards driven by increased economic activity, the central bank said. Card applications in June rose 175.1 percent to 646,000 from 235,000 last year, data showed. The BSP said banks and credit card issuers are planning to offer more competitive products.

to 5% for the entire 2021. With this, Dominguez said, “There is now a greater likelihood that our fullyear growth will hit the higher end of our 4% to 5% GDP target for this year.” The Cabinet official noted that total investments increased by 22% in the third quarter of 2021, driven by public construction. “The government’s decision to allow all construction activities to resume regardless of the area’s quarantine status must be credited for this very strong performance,” he said. “Meanwhile, net foreign direct investments rebounded by 40% in the first eight months of 2021,” he added. Likewise, remittance inflows from overseas Filipino workers continue to increase significantly. “From January to Sep-

tember of this year, overseas Filipinos’ cash remittances grew year on year by 6%. As a reflection of these, our gross international reserves increased to $108 billion by the end of October, equivalent to 10.8 months worth of import cover,” Dominguez said. “Our international reserves even exceeded our total external debt obligations of $101.2 billion as of the end of August of this year. During this period, our external debt to GDP ratio actually declined to 26.5% from 27.2% in 2020,” he said. Despite the two straight quarters of positive GDP growth, the economy is still 5.7% short of the levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the country. In peso terms, the first nine months of 2021 GDP was estimated at P13.32 trillion. This was lower than the P14.1 trillion economic output recorded in the same period in 2019. Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Karl Kend-

rick Chua said it is possible for the economy to return to pre-pandemic levels by the first quarter of 2022. Chua said that if the economy can perform at the same level as in the third quarter, “we can expect an even better performance in the fourth quarter.” The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) chief echoed Dominguez’s statement as he said that latest economic figures are “encouraging” and the country could hit the 5% growth target for this year. “With brightening prospects for the economy, we expect to do even better in the fourth quarter as we continue to relax mobility restrictions,” Dominguez said. “We will continue easing restrictions as our infection rates continue their steep decline and we are able to vaccinate more people. From a peak of more than 21,000 daily cases on September 15, these fell to just about 1,100 as of November 24,” he added.

pandemic, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce Philippines president Mukesh Adjani said. “India could basically participate and share its technology and programs so that our productivity in Agri would keep the country and its food security safe and hopefully we

can build on that,” Adjani said. “Opportunities are here. Many of the sectors have been untapped. I think the focus on many collaborations between the two governments still needs to be worked on,” he added. India, for example, can

share its knowledge in food security such as rice production as well as in the health sector, he said. Meanwhile, the Philippine Indian Business Council earlier said in May majority of its members here do not plan to close down despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

inance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III on Friday expressed optimism that the government’s economic growth target for 2021 will be achieved.

“After so many challenging months, the numbers are now all in our favor,” Domingez said during the virtual Philippine Economic Briefing. The Finance chief emphasized that the country’s third quarter growth exceeded forecasts. The economy, as measured by gross domestic product (GDP)—the total value of goods and services produced in a country in a specific period—grew 7.1% in the third quarter, a reversal from a contraction of 11.4% in the same period last year, albeit lower compared to the 12% growth posted in the second quarter of 2021. The July to September GDP print brought the yearto-date growth to 4.9%, within the upper end of the government’s downwardly revised target band of 4%

India, PH have ‘untapped’ segments for collaboration

he Philippines and India should explore many “untapped” segments for collaboration such as in healthcare and agriculture, a stakeholder said Friday. Nations should also revisit trade agreements to improve and make up for lost time during the

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Republic of the Philippines City of Davao Office of the Sangguniang Panlungsod 19th City Council 22nd Regular Session Series of 2021 PRESENT: Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor Councilor

Alberto T. Ungab Ralph O. Abella Nilo D. Abellera Maria Belen S. Acosta Wilberto E. Al-ag Dante L. Apostol Sr. Conrado C. Baluran Jessica M. Bonguyan Louie John J. Bonguyan Pilar C. Braga Augusto Javier G. Campos III Danilo C. Dayanghirang Jonard C. Dayap Edgar P. Ibuyan Jr. Edgar R. Ibuyan Sr. Richlyn N. Justol-Baguilod Diosdado Angelo Junior R. Mahipus Jaffar U. Marohomsalic Bonifacio E. Militar Myrna G. L’Dalodo-Ortiz Antoinette G. Principe-Castrodes J. Melchor B. Quitain Jr. Mary Joselle D. Villafuerte Jesus Joseph P. Zozobrado III

- Temporary Presiding Officer

ABSENT: Vice Mayor Sebastian Z. Duterte -On Official Business Councilor Bai Hundra Cassandra Dominique N. Advincula -On Domestic Emergency Leave Councilor Pamela A. Librado-Morata -On Domestic Emergency Leave ORDINANCE NO. 0612-21 Series of 2021 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 0291-17, SERIES OF 2017, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “2017 REVENUE CODE OF THE CITY OF DAVAO”, PARTICULARLY CHAPTER ONE, SECTION 5 PAR. (C30) (4) TO EXPRESSLY DEFINE AND DISTINGUISH INDEPENDENT SERVICE CONTRACTORS DIRECTLY OFFERING THEIR SERVICES TO CLIENTS FOR A FEE FROM INDIVIDUAL SERVICE CONTRACTORS WITH EXISTING SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH ANY ENTITY, AND EXCLUDING THOSE FEES ATTACHED TO THE PRINCIPAL, SUCH AS LICENSE FEE (BUSINESS PLATE), SOLID WASTE CERTIFICATION FEE, GARBAGE FEE, SANITARY INSPECTION FEE, MECHANICAL FEE, ELECTRONIC FEE, ELECTRICAL FEE, SIGNBOARD FEE, PLUMBING FEE AND ZONING FEE Be it ordained by the Sangguniang Panlungsod of Davao City in session assembled, that: SECTION 1. TITLE - This Ordinance shall be known as “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 0291-17, SERIES OF 2017, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “2017 REVENUE CODE OF THE CITY OF DAVAO”, PARTICULARLY CHAPTER ONE, SECTION 5 PAR. (C30) (4) TO EXPRESSLY DEFINE AND DISTINGUISH INDEPENDENT SERVICE CONTRACTORS DIRECTLY OFFERING THEIR SERVICES TO CLIENTS FOR A FEE FROM INDIVIDUAL SERVICE CONTRACTORS WITH EXISTING SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH ANY ENTITY, AND EXCLUDING THOSE FEES ATTACHED TO THE PRINCIPAL, SUCH AS LICENSE FEE (BUSINESS PLATE), SOLID WASTE CERTIFICATION FEE, GARBAGE FEE, SANITARY INSPECTION FEE, MECHANICAL FEE, ELECTRONIC FEE, ELECTRICAL FEE, SIGNBOARD FEE, PLUMBING FEE AND ZONING FEE”. SECTION 2. AUTHORITY. Section 153 of Republic Act No. 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991, provides that “Local government units may impose and collect such reasonable fees and charges for services rendered”. SECTION 3. AMENDMENTS. The following provisions of Ordinance No. 0291-17, otherwise known as the “2017 Revenue Code of the City of Davao” shall be amended, to wit: 1. Chapter One, Section 5 PAR. (C30) (4) shall read as follows: FROM: Section 5. Definition of Terms: 4) A “Service Contractor” – is any person principally rendering or offering services, whether by manual labor, the use of expertise or with the use of facilities or machines for a fee. Proprietors or operators of shopping centers and privately-owned public markets; Proprietors or operators of arrastre and stevedoring, warehousing and forwarding or messengerial services; master plumber, smiths and house or sign painters; printers, bookbinders, lithographers, video coverage; publishers, except those engaged in the publication or printing of any newspaper, magazine, review or bulletin which appears at regular intervals with fixed prices for subscription and sale and which is not devoted principally to the publication of advertisement; advertising agencies; business agents, private detective or watchman agencies; proprietors or operators of smelting plants, or assaying laboratories; Shops for searing animals; vaciador shops, upholstery shops; shipping agencies; collecting agencies; hampgrading establishments; indentor and/or indent services; litherages; permapress establishments; Business consultants and management agencies; skin care specialists or consultants; booking offices for local exchange (except imported films), brokerages; interior decoration services; employment services; private hospitals, medical, dental and optical clinics; animal hospitals; public ferries; purchasing warehouses and bodegas; purchasing agents and/or purchasing agencies, recapping plants, rental of equipment, document safety boxes furniture, bicycles, vehicles suits and vestments, skates, brakes, rent-a-car services, sound system; roasting of pigs and fowls not sold for retail; sand and gravel contractors; sculpture shops; painting, silk-screening and T-shirt printing; wood carving and handicraft shops; tanniers; Travel agencies; vocational and/or driving schools; schools and universities; review schools; watch repair center shops; off-track betting centers for races; Business agents and other independent contractors (juridical or natural) not included among individual subject to professional tax and whose activity consists essentially of the sale of all kinds of services for a fee; Commercial, immigration, and customs brokers; and cinematograph film owners, lessors or distributors, and video coverage; Proprietors or operators of mine drilling apparatus; proprietors or operators of dockyards.

XXXX Business agents and other independent contractors (juridical or natural), not included among individuals subject to professional tax, and whose activity consists essentially of the sale of all kinds of services directly to clients for a fee. Those individuals with existing service agreements with any entity duly-registered with the Business Bureau for a period of not less than six (6) months shall be considered as service contractors but shall pay only the necessary and applicable fees pertaining to the services provided, excluding those attached to the principal, such as building fee, electronic fee, mechanical fee, sanitation permit fee, sanitary inspection fee, solid waste fee, plumbing fee, zoning fee, garbage fee, and signboard fee. 4.1) Food Delivery Customers –Any person or persons whether natural or juridical who avails the services of a Food Delivery Rider via phone applications, internet websites or other similar platforms. 4.2) Food Delivery Rider or “Riders” – a service contractor which has a relation with an independent food delivery company who delivers food to food delivery customer for a fee. 4.3) Independent Food-Delivery Company – these are persons, partnerships, corporations or other juridical entities who engage in the business of providing food to the general public through phone applications, internet websites or other similar platforms. XXXX 2. Chapter Three, Article One, Section 97 shall read as follows: FROM: Section 97. Rules and Regulations on Certain Establishments. (A) On restaurants, cafes, cafeterias, carenderias, eateries, food caterers, ice cream and other refreshment parlors, soda fountain bars. No owner of said establishments shall employ any cook, or food dispenser without a Food Handler’s Certificate from the City Health Officer, renewable every six (6) months. (B) Establishments selling cooked and readily edible food shall have them adequately covered and protected from dust, flies and other insects, and shall follow strictly the rules and regulations on sanitation promulgated by the City Health Officer and existing laws or ordinances. (C) Sauna bath, massage, barber and beauty shops. Said shops shall not be allowed to operate with masseurs, barbers, and beauticians without having secured the necessary corresponding health certificate from the City Health Officer. (D) No owner or operator of privately-owned market, mall, shopping center and/or food center and real estate lessor of commercial building and commercial apartment shall allow any of its tenants to operate their respective businesses without first securing Mayor’s permit required of them under the existing laws. (E) Owner or operator of privately-owned market, mall, shopping center and or food center and real estate lessor of commercial building and commercial apartment shall furnish the City Mayor of his duly authorized representative, in a sworn statement, on or before January 20 of the year, an annual list of business establishments/tenants in his/her establishment. (F) Owners or operators of business establishments who fail to submit such list, signed under oath, shall be subject to the payment imposed under the provision of Section 448 of this Code, without prejudice to the revocation of their existing business permit and/or closure of their business establishments at the discretion of the City Mayor or his duly authorized representative. (G) Owners or operators of video-karaoke, sing-along, or bars, restaurants or eateries or similar establishments offering videoke, acoustic shows and live bands to the public with no enclosures sufficient to minimize or muffle the sound emanating therefrom, should limit their operations up to 10 P.M. (H) Owners or operators are prohibited to allow or permit any exhibition of any indecent or immoral play, scenes, acts of shows, whether live or in film which: (a) glorify criminals or condone crimes (b) serve no other purpose but to satisfy the market for violence, lust or pornography (c) offend any race or religion; (d) tend to commodify, abuse and humiliate women; (e) tend to abet traffic in and use of prohibited drugs, and (f) contrary to law, public order, morals, customs, established policies, lawful orders or decrees and edicts. TO: Section 97. Rules and Regulations on Certain Establishments. XXXX (I) A business establishment or entity with existing service agreement with independent service contractors shall furnish the City Mayor or his duly authorized representative a complete list of said service contractors. The owner or operator of said business establishment shall not allow any independent service contractors to commence operation without first securing their own Mayor’s Permit to operate; and that said establishment or entity shall not accept any unregistered vendors or merchants to form part of its operation. (I. A) In addition to the business permit the Delivery Food Riders shall pay the following fees, to wit: 1. Business Permit - P 1,000.00 2. Barangay Clearance 100.00 3. Tax Clearance 50.00 4. Delivery Vehicle Sticker 200.00 5. Health Certificate Fee 50.00 6. Laboratory Fee 80.00 7. Other applicable fees ____________ Total P 1,480.00 SECTION 4. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE – If, for any reason, any section or provision of this Ordinance is declared unconstitutional or invalid, other sections or provisions hereof not affected by such declaration shall continue to be in full force and effect. SECTION 5. EFFECTIVITY – This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon approval. ENACTED, June 15, 2021, by a unanimous vote of all the Members of the Sanggunian present, there being a quorum. CERTIFIED CORRECT: ATTESTED:

Temporary Presiding Officer cns/kjtq

AUGUST 27 2021 APPROVED : ________________,

ATTESTED:

And all other similar establishments or services not herein expressly provided. TO: Section 5. Definition of Terms: 4) A “Service Contractor” – is any person principally rendering or offering services, whether by manual labor, the use of expertise or with the use of facilities or machines for a fee, such as the following:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 0291-17, SERIES OF 2017, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE “2017 REVENUE CODE OF THE CITY OF DAVAO”, PARTICULARLY CHAPTER ONE, SECTION 5 PAR. (C30) (4) TO EXPRESSLY DEFINE AND DISTINGUISH INDEPENDENT SERVICE CONTRACTORS DIRECTLY OFFERING THEIR SERVICES TO CLIENTS FOR A FEE FROM INDIVIDUAL SERVICE CONTRACTORS WITH EXISTING SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH ANY ENTITY, AND EXCLUDING THOSE FEES ATTACHED TO THE PRINCIPAL, SUCH AS LICENSE FEE (BUSINESS PLATE), SOLID WASTE CERTIFICATION FEE, GARBAGE FEE, SANITARY INSPECTION FEE, MECHANICAL FEE, ELECTRONIC FEE, ELECTRICAL FEE, SIGNBOARD FEE, PLUMBING FEE AND ZONING FEE

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EW YORK — LeBron James was fined $15,000 for an obscene gesture on Friday (Saturday, Manila time) by the NBA, which also warned the Lakers superstar about using profane language. Republic of the Philippines REGIONAL TRIAL COURT 11TH JUDICIAL REGION OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT-SHERIFF Davao City

SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM (SSS) Mortgagee, - versus -

EJF-REM CASE NO. 18,158-21

ROMEO G. CHIANG, JR. Mortgagor/s X-------------------------------X

NOTICE OF EXTRA-JUDICIAL SALE

Upon extra-judicial petition for foreclosure and sale under Act 3135, as amended, filed by the above-mentioned mortgagee against the mortgagor/s ROMEO G. CHIANG, JR., with postal address at #40 LOT 2, BLK 6, METROVILLE VILLAGE 1, MA-A, 8000 DAVAO CITY, the indebtedness of the mortgagors as of September 01, 2021 amounts to TWO MILLION TWO HUNDRED SEVENTY EIGHT THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN PESOS & 78/100 (P2,278,937.78) Philippine Currency, including interest thereon, penalties and plus other legal expenses incident of foreclosure and sale; the undersigned Sheriff IV of the Regional Trial Court, Davao City, will sell at public auction on JANUARY 13, at 10:00 A.M., or soon thereafter, at the main entrance of Hall of Justice, Ecoland, Davao City, to the highest bidder for CASH and/or MANAGER’S CHECK and in Philippine Currency, the real property with all its improvements found thereon, particularly described below, to wit: TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-114791 “A parcel of land (Lot 2, Blk. 6, of the consolidation-subdivision plan, Pcs-11-000587, being a portion of Lot 21-D (LRC) Psd-113789. Lot 22-A (LRC) Psd-202833), situated in the Barrio of Maa, City of Davao, Island of Mindanao. Containing an area of TWO HUNDRED FORTY-FIVE (245) SQUARE METERS, more or less xxx” All sealed bids must be submitted to the undersigned on the above-stated time and date. That in the event the public auction should not take place on the said date, it shall be held on FEBRUARY 10, 2022 without further notice. Prospective buyers are hereby enjoined to investigate for themselves the title of the above-described real property and encumbrances thereon, if any there be. Davao City, Philippines, NOVEMBER 24, 2021

ATTY. FRANCISCO M. CAMPANER – the OIC Clerk of Court & Ex-Officio Prov’l Sheriff

(SGD.) JAY C. ESPERANZA Sheriff IV

James made the gesture after making a shot late in Los Angeles’ 124116 overtime victory in Indiana on Wednesday night (Thursday, Manila time). He had missed a loss at New York a night earlier after he was suspended one game for hitting Detroit center Isaiah Stewart in the face and drawing blood last Sunday. He used profanity in his postgame interview after the victory in Indiana when discussing the suspension. James made the gesture after making a shot late in the Lakers’ game in Indiana. LeBron returns from suspension, leads Lakers past Pacers in OT Covington also fined Also Friday, the NBA fined Portland’s Robert Covington $15,000 for throwing his facemask at a referee on Wednesday. He was given a technical foul and ejected for that action, with 49 seconds left in the second quarter of the Trail Blazers’ 125-121 loss at Sacramento.

Lebron James made the gesture after making a shot late in Los Angeles’124-116 overtime victory in Indiana on Wednesday night (Thursday, Manila time).

Iran, Kazakhstan off to rousing start in FIBA WC Qualifiers

rsalan Kazemi was all over the floor for Iran as it blasted Bahrain, 82-66, to gain the early lead in the 2023 Fiba World Cup Asian qualifiers on Saturday at Azadi Basketball Hall in Tehran. The veteran forward set the World Cup qualifiers record for rebounds as he hauled down 26 boards while also registering a triple-double with his 10 points and 12 assists. Mohammad Jamshidi led the way for Team Melli with 21 points and three

rebounds, Salar Monji got 14 points and six boards, and Mahdi Kamrani scored 10 as Iran seized the early lead in Group D. Ahmed Salman Ramadhan Haji paced Bahrain with 17 points in the defeat. Kazakhstan also drew first blood, outlasting Syria, 84-74, at Republican Velodrome Sayarka in Astana. Rustam Murzagaliyev topped the Steppen Wolves with 20 points, eight assists, and four rebounds,

while Maxim Marchuk had 14 points in the victory to also go 1-0 in the group. Syria leaned on Amir Jabbar Hinton, who fired 33 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals in the losing cause. In Group C action, Lebanon whipped Indonesia by 58 points, 96-38, at Nouhad Nawfal Sports Complex in Zouk Mikael. Sergio El Darwich paced the Cedars with 17 points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals, and two blocks.

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ROGACIANO ‘ROGER’ L. OROPEZA Builder of possibilities By Maya M. Padillo DAVAO CITY’S skylines have changed. From cramped roads lined with old dilapidated buildings to what is now an avenue of skyscrapers.

The transformation didn’t come easy. in fact, it will not happen if no person is brave enough to gamble on building these structures. Take the old Claveria Street (now known as CM Avenue) for example, which was once not a brisk road, is now one of Davao City’s main Central Business Districts (CBDs). Thanks to the courageous vision of Rogaciano “Roger” Oropeza. His willingness to make bold moves has transformed good old Claveria into one of the commercial hubs in Davao City— far from being almost a “ghost town” as most businesses were relocated to the malls and foot and vehicular traffic re-routed due to developments. Carrying the mantra “Ibalik ang sigla sa Claveria,” Oropeza together with his family pursued their dream, turned it into a reality by starting a “street revolution” that eventually saw the rise of ingenious concepts on two Davao City Investment and Promotions Center (DCIPC)-approved structures – the medical tourism-inspired OroDERM Clinic with its hotel arm the Blue Velvet Hotel; and OroDERM City Strip Mall, in the heart of Davao City. Oropeza’s “street revolution” became the path to possibility of transforming C.M. Recto Avenue, which is now booming with developments and construction activities. Roger as he is fondly called was born on October 26, 1937 to Joaquin Oropeza and Soledad Lorbes in Legaspi City, Albay. His childhood days were mostly spent in the hinterlands of Albay to escape the atrocities of war brought by the Japanese occupation. He knew well from a young age that if he were to escape poverty, education was the key. That is why after graduating from high school, and setting aside his dream of becoming a doctor due to financial constraints, he took up and graduated Bachelor of Business Administration Major in Accounting at the University of the East and eventually passed the CPA board exam at a time when the national passing percentage was only 8 percent. At the age of 23, Roger started his career by working with the founder of Radiowealth, Domingo M. Guevarra or DMG. Eager to succeed, he took up the challenge of Guevarra by setting foot in Davao City in 1961 as internal auditor of Radiowealth. His hard work and dedication paid off when he was promoted as the company’s regional comptroller in 1964. To try his luck in entrepreneurial skills, he eventually became a franchised dealer of the said fully Filipino-owned company in 1967. At one point, Roger had 18 branches of Radiowealth all over Southern Mindanao. More than his entrepreneurial skills, Roger, who always believed that his success in business was not a hindrance to serve his professional colleagues was elected as president of the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) Davao Chapter in 1971.

A disorganized group with only a handful of 30 active members way back in 1971, Roger tirelessly instituted reforms and fostered camaraderie amongst members. His actions was appreciated and recognized and not long more and more CPAs became members and actively participated in the organization. Roger’s achievements as PICPA President did not stop there. He continued to lead the institute when he became the vice president for Mindanao in 1976 and was awarded “the Outstanding CPA in Special Achievement.” As vice-president for Mindanao, he organized five provincial chapters and activated five existing chapters of PICPA. In 1977, he co-chaired the PICPA Annual National Convention held at the Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao. In the early 80’s, thru the efforts of Roger and the other past PICPA presidents, the very first CPA board examination was held in Davao City, which was of big help financially for the Mindanaons and Dabawenyos who did not need to travel and spend more in Metro Manila just to take the CPA Boards. Roger’s determination was tested when he and other past presidents founded the PICPA-Davao Foundation in 1982 with no organizational funds. Roger and the rest of the founding members worked tirelessly to raise funds and were able to acquire the lot where the PICPA House now stands along Araullo Street, Davao City. Sally Leuenberger, a Datu Bago awardee and Roger’s esteemed colleague, fondly recalled the magnanimous efforts and time Roger has dedicated in the pursuit of a common cause-raising funds for the young PICPA Foundation. “Without Roger’s dedication, the PICPA Foundation and the PICPA building would not have been what it is now. Roger was very instrumental in the establishment of PICPA building which eventually led for the PICPA Davao Chapter to win multiple Katipunan awards with future PICPA Davao Presidents. A Katipunan award is an award bestowed to a PICPA chapter who wins three-consecutive outstanding Chapter award” Luenberger said. For Roger’s loving wife, Roger’s love for PICPA was as big as his love for her. Roger also actively participated with the collabora-

tion of the previous PICPA presidents in the campaign for Continuing Profession Education (CPE) especially to the new certified public accountants. He also holds many positions and different affiliations: a 33rd degree Mason, a Past Venerable Master, a Past Worshipful Master, a life member of the Sarangani Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines, an active member of Rotary Club of Davao since 1976 and was past president of the club in 1992. He still attends weekly Monday meetings to this date. Outside the organizations he participated with, Roger personally and without fanfare supported the education of almost 200 scholars in Banganga Elementary School in Cabantian, Davao City for 10 years. He also received numerous different awards and recognitions such as the 1977 Convention Chairman, 31st Annual National Convention (PICPA), Honorary Life Member in 1993, Honorary life member of the Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc., (DCCCII). Roger who recently just turned 80 years old last October 2016 but always has a mindset that “age is just a number.” “Dad is intelligent. His mind is still sharp and he’s still very good with numbers and names of persons even at 80 years of age,” his son Dr. Neil S. Oropeza, a dermatologic surgeon said. Roger’s chairmanship at the family-owned OroDERM Corporation was instrumental in expanding a homegrown beauty industry to major cities in the Philippines and fostering hundreds of employed individuals combined. In the middle of 2005 and to prepare the pipeline for the company’s future plans, Roger pursued the acquisition of a long foreclosed structure near a market place along A. Pichon St. in Davao City and converted it to the future OroDERM Hotel. Years after, Roger and his family acquired an 8,000 sqm. property in San Pedro, Laguna and established a two-building cosmetic manufacturing facility which led to employment of locals. Initially, the cosmetic plant was planned to be set up in Davao City but due to numerous government licenses and regulations it was decided to first set it up in Manila then expand it eventually in Davao City. A number of mall-based OroDERM branches were set up in key cities in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao with a total of 41 branches in 2009. Despite the expansion and the opportunities that awaited them in Metro Manila, Roger, as OroDERM’s chair, retained OroDERM’s headquarters and main clinic facility in Davao City. A visionary in the aesthetic tourism industry, Roger’s guidance and financial wiz has transformed the family’s Davao City main center into a worldclass hub with brand new and state-of-the-art million dollar laser and robotic machines only found in major clinics in countries all over the world. “Dad never asks for anything. It was never about the money. It has always been about the dream, the challenge of making it tangible.’ Dad always stresses that in every disappointment, there is always an opportunity,” Dr. Neil said. Neil also said that behind the meek gestures of his father is a man full of achievements yet humble. His father shared his blessings to the poorest of the poor and used his businesses to contribute and help improve the city where he lived in, without asking anything in return. “Dad wears the same pair of shoes for more than 10 years and wears the same collection of pants for over 30 years now. When dad was still able to do so, he’d rather walk or ride a taxi instead of stressing himself to find a parking space to where he’s heading. He never wanted to be recognized as who he was and as who he’d become. He always put the recognition to his colleagues and pushed to elevate the word ‘teamwork’,” he said. Roger, a local boy from Albay who came to Mindanao and found a home in Davao City has left behind a beautiful life that will be cherished and remembered by his family and friends.