The Official Publication of the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers • Iloilo Chapter VOLUME II NUMBER 2 Outstanding CE graduates lauded 2ND SEMESTER 2021 Nine exemplary graduating students were recognized in PICE Iloilo’s first virtual recognition program. Page 5 BACK TO BASICS: Transport is Getting a Rebirth BICYCLES FOUND THEIR WAY INTO TRANSPORT DURING THE EARLY 19TH CENTURY BUT WAS OVERTAKEN BY THE CAR-CENTRIC APPROACH IN INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT. TODAY IT IS MAKING A COMEBACK AND IS CEMENTING ITS POSITION IN THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORT. PAGE 9 Officers take higher posts in Iloilo Province, DPWH-6 Two officer climbed the ranks in the civil service cementing their excellence through nation-building. Page 6
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PRESIDENT Engr. Oscar “Richard” Garin, Jr. VP FOR ACADEME Engr. Mary Earl Daryl Grio VP FOR GOVERNMENT Engr. Romeo Andig VP FOR PRIVATE SECTOR Engr. Reynaldo Asuncion
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Oscar “Richard” Garin, Jr., as he is one of the few presidents of the chapter to hold the position for two straight years.
Read on, be inspired, and be victorious in your own paths.
messages NORMAL IS AROUND THE CORNER
Ray Adrian Macalalag
During his first year, he laid out several plans and programs which were halted by the quarantine restrictions of the pandemic. It was the darkest times for the organization but this year, we were able to conduct several activities. Among these is the first ever virtual student awards which recognized nine exemplary civil engineering graduates from the Central Philippine University, the University of Iloilo, and my two alma maters, the University of San Agustin and the Western Institute of Technology. I do look forward for these exemplary civil engineering graduates who were conferred academic and leadership awards to become registered civil engineers and members of the PICE Iloilo Chapter.
The new normal is around the corner.
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In this issue, you will get to read about my work in analyzing the development of the bicycle infrastructure of Iloilo City as well as its areas requiring improvement. I am very grateful that the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers was able to appreciate my work and allowed me to share it with the rest of the country during the 47th National Convention and Technical Conference. The organization was able to pick up with the activities this semester. In fact, it has been an unprecedented feat for PICE Iloilo Chapter President, Engr.
On the other hand, the chapter also celebrated the civil engineering month in November by extending assistance to various basic education institutions in Iloilo City and Iloilo Province. This was an initiative that many might think would be quite far from what civil engineers should be doing. But as we also recognize that the country’s education sector is among the most hit sector by the pandemic, we simply could not resist but extend a helping hand. This is something that is embodied in Engr. Garin’s PICE CARES framework particularly in community action. Also in this issue are several accomplishments of the members of the board of directors of PICE Iloilo Chapter in their respective careers. On behalf of Engr. Garin and the rest of the members of the board, we congratulate Engr. Romeo Andig for being appointed as the Provincial Engineer of the Province of Iloilo and Engr. Jose Al Fruto for being appointed as full-fledge Assistant Regional Director of the Department of Public Works and Highways. We also express our pride to the conferment of Engr. Antonio Belarga as member of the PICE’s College of Fellows, a title that only the best of the best civil engineers could earn. Having these developments in the organization and in society, in general, simply tells us that life goes on. It tells us that whatever challenge life brings, we come out of it victorious. Whether on our careers or our goals, we will definitely be on the right track when we are focused.
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Whether on our careers or our goals, we will definitely be on the right track when we are focused.
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As engineers, most of us barely stopped working during the worst days of the pandemic in 2020. It was a good thing that vaccines are now more than accessible to the general public. Our families, friends and loved ones can finally start braving the outside world. However, we still need to be conscious that we are transitioning from total avoidance to living with the coronavirus. After all, the world never stopped turning. As society became more open, we have welcomed new things. One of these is the emerging cycling culture. It has been proven to be the safest and cheapest alternative to public transport. It is a good thing that Iloilo City, in particular, is way ahead of providing what the populace needs to jump start the cycling culture. We are way ahead, like almost ten years ahead!
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On the other hand, Engr. Antonio Belarga, PICE Iloilo Chapter ex-officio and Immediate Past President rendered an inspirational message and reminded the graduates that they are entering a new phase in their lives as professions. “You [will be] on your own and your preparations to become successful civil engineers depend on you... Nevertheless, we wish you all the best and we look forward to having you as active members of the PICE,” he ended his speech with this challenge to the new graduates. The PICE Iloilo Chapter confers these awards annually and are usually given during separate occasions in each respective higher education institution. Due to the pandemic and with the lack of graduation ceremonies or any gathering, the Board of Directors decided to hold this virtual event in lieu of the past tradition. (PICE Iloilo/RAM) 36.67% The first civil engineering board exam undertaken during the pandemic in November 2021 had 2,374 passers out of 6,474. 2ND
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The lead among the awardees was Christian Ruiz from CPU who earned both the Leadership Award and Academic Excellence Award. His schoolmates, Clarezza Mae Dolor, Frank Lloyd Magno, Madrigal Mandalawi and Jason Sobrevega, were also conferred the Academic Excellence Awards. Meanwhile, Arianne Shane Sogo-an of UI and Donna Saquilon were conferred with a Leadership Awards. For WIT, Narbie Joy Paclibar was conferred with the Academic Excellence Award while Janice Tillor was conferred with the Leadership Award. In his opening message, PICE Iloilo Chapter President Oscar “Richard” Garin, Jr., emphasized the importance of the civil engineering profession and its contribution to the“Thissociety.isa celebration of what [we have] accomplished at the core of our organization. Our values of fraternity, camarederie and fellowship... committed to society’s progress and development,” he shared in his message.
The Philippine Insitute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Iloilo Chapter held its first virtual PICE Iloilo Student Awards on August 30, 2021 to adapt with the logistical challenges and health and safety protocols in the wake of the ongoing pandemic.
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NINE Bachelor of Science major in Civil Engineering graduates earned recognition for their accomplishments in academics and leadership during their college years.
Among the awardees, five come from the Central Philippine University (CPU), one each from the University of IloiloPHINMA (UI) and the University of San Agustin (USA), and two from the Western Institute of Technology (WIT).
The Academic Excellence award is conferred to honor graduates while the Leadership Award is conferred to presidents of the PICE student chapter of the respective schools.
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Officers take higher posts in Iloilo Province,
TWO MEMBERS of the PICE Iloilo Chapter recently climbed the ranks in the civil service cementing their excellence in their profession through nation-building. Engr. Romeo Andig, Vice-President for Government of the PICE Iloilo Chapter is the new Provincial Engineer of the Province of Iloilo while Engr. Jose Al Fruto, former President and currently Member of the Board of Directors of the PICE Iloilo Chapter is now the full-fledge Assistant Regional Director of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Regional Office VI. Engr. Andig succeeded Engr. Gracianito Lucero who retired earlier this year.He took his oath of office along with six other provincial government heads in the Iloilo Provincial Government officiated by Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. on September 21, 2021. His son, VIncent, lauded his father’s commitment to civil service being connected with the Provincial Government of Iloilo for at least 38 years. “You deserve this big break for all your hardwork, sweat, tears and sacrifices. I’m Andig Fruto pretty sure your workmates, friends and colleagues would attest to that, 38 years and counting serving the Province of Iloilo,” he shared in his Facebook account. Meanwhile, Engr. Fruto who served as officer-in-charge of the Office of the Assistant Regional Director was promoted to the position of Director III earning him a designation as the full-fledge Assistant Regional Director. He took his oath of office on November 13, 2021 along with several other appointees officiated by DPWH Secretary Roger Mercado during the DPWH Unified Directors’ Meeting held in BaguioSecretaryCity. Mercado pleaded to them to work towards maintaining and broadening public confidence with a strong commitment to personal integrity. “I wish to congratulate all the appointees and greatly look forward to your commitment to public service and perform the responsibilities of the position with the highest sense of integrity”, he shared. (PICE Iloilo/RAM)
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PICE honors Civil Engineering Month through school visits
PICE Iloilo Chapter President Oscar “Richard” Garin, Jr. (2nd from left) turns over the donated supplies to beneficiary schools in the 1st District of the Province of Iloilo at Oton National High School.
Past Pres. Belarga admitted to PICE College of Fellows ENGR.
List of Beneficiary Schools: 1. Sambaludan Elementary School 2. Barosong National High School 3. Lanag Norte National High School 4. Supt. Arsenio M. Napud Memorial National High School 5. San Joaquin South Central Elementary School 6. Cagamutan Elementary School 7. Pandac Elementary School 8. Jalaud Norte Elementary School 9. Sigangao Elementary School 10. Cabilauan Elementary School 11. Tigbauan Road Elementary School 12. Cansilayan Elementary School 13. Siwalo National High School 14. Calmay Elementary School 15. Iniligan Elementary School 16. Mostro Elementary School 17. Moroboro Elementary School 18. Tabucan Elementary School 19. Pedada Elementary School 20. Beatriz D. Tupas Memorial Elementary School 21. Bay-Ang National High School 22. San Fernando Primary School 23. Polopiña National High School 24. San Juan Elementary School 25. Elementary Schoolteban Juntado Sr. Memorial Elementary School 26. Barrio Obrero Elementary School 27. Tiu Cho Teg Ana Ros Foundation Integrated School 28. Angela A. Celiz Memorial School
ANTIONIO F. BELARGA, former president of PICE Iloilo Chapter and PICE Regional Coordinator for Region VI was recently conferred the title of PICE Fellow during the 47th National Convenion and Technical Conference held virtually on November 26-27, 2021.Becoming member of the PICE’s College of Fellows, one must be a regular member of the organization for the last 20 years prior to nomination and has led the chapter as President for at least two years; these qualifications must also be supported by the nominee’s significant contribution to PICE as well as achieving eminence in the field of civil engineering. Engr. Belarga is currently the Division Manager of the Engineering Services Division of the Philippine Ports Authority - Port Management Office for Panay and Guimaras. He is a certified professional engineer by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Iloilo/RAM)
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news THE Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Iloilo Chapter commemorated the Civil Engineering Month with an unexpected yet much needed initiative last November.LedbyPresident Oscar “Richard” Garin, Jr., the officers provided essential materials for schools such as re-usable face masks, bond paper, alcohol and other supplies attending to the New Normal needs of education. In line with the celebration of Civil Engineering Month whose theme is “Back to basics in foreseeing our future in civil engineering,” the PICE Iloilo Chapter recognized the support schools need especially at these trying times. The chapter chose this donation drive to further boost the morale of teachers who take the frontlines in ensuring future professionals, including civil engineers are ready. (PICE Iloilo/ RAM)
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to the need for the PHP11.2billion Jalaur River Multipurpose Project Stage II (JRMP II) to be completed by the end of 2023, the Project Management Office (PMO) is taking the lead in ensuring that the ongoing construction implementation remains uninterrupted despite the Covid 19 pandemic. For the first semester of the year, the PMO reported that the overall physical accomplishment of the project covering its Infrastructure, Environmental, and Social components was at 43.18% or 4.19% more of its target within the said period which is 38.99%.
The DPWH issued Department Order No. 81, Series of 2021 which recommended the inclusion of conceptual plans in the detailed engineering design stage of the bridge projects to ensure that the value of aesthetics are incorporated. It further aimed to improve the appearance of bridges giving it vibrance and special effects particularly at night to serve as an attraction to natives and tourists. [View Department Order]
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2021, the PMO and international contractor DAEWOO Engineering and Construction (DEC) commenced the placement of the concrete body of the 109-meter high Jalaur High Dam, the reservoir dam of the project, through the Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) method.
The Department of Budget and Management released estimates of the proposed national budget in 2022 which reached PHP5.0 trillion. Of this amount, the DPWH is expected to receive the second highest allocation at PHP686.1 billion behind the Department of Education. Catch Dam. The first to be completed among the three dams, the Catch Dam will provide irrigation to over 500 hectares of farmlands in portions of Calinog and nearby municipalities. Construction of the 80.736-kilometer High Line Canal, the main conveyance structure, is simultaneously ongoing in Calinog, Lambunao, Janiuay and Cabatuan. For the Environmental and Social (ES) Components of the project, implementation and monitoring of ES impact management are continuing.TheKorean ES Monitoring Team of the Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF), loan provider of JRMP II, is on top of ensuring that ES impact management and monitoring are complied by NIA. (PIA6)
The coffer dam is part of river diversion facilities that will ensure the location of the Afterbay Dam will be dry and conducive for construction without disrupting the flow of the Jalaur River. DEC is on the final stage of completing the 10-meter Alibunan River
The infrastructure component includes the simultaneous construction of the three dams, the canals, and other appurtenances.InJune
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The RCC method is a new technology adopted worldwide as an alternative to conventional concrete due to its economic value, high performance, and high speed of construction. As of August 10, the DEC has already placed and compacted an estimated 7.5 meters out of the 109 meters body of the HighMeanwhile,Dam. the construction of the downstream coffer dam for the 38.5-meter high Jalaur Afterbay Dam, the project’s regulating dam is likewise ongoing.
The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) released the updated Philippine Development Plan which responds to the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic and provides the strategies for the country’s economic recovery. [View Plan]
THE implementation of Iloilo’s biggest irrigation development project is still right on track amidst the heightened quarantine status in the Province and City of HeedingIloilo.
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IN the Philippine mobility landscape, people have been reliant on motorized transport. This may be evident as in the long-term vision (Ambisyon Natin 2040) formulated by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) where a typical Filipino would want to have a car of their own. The Land Transportation Office (LTO), in addition, noted that over the past years, motorized vehicles have continued to rise in number. This increase has direct implications for road congestion. To combat traffic problems in Metro Manila and to be proactive in other metropolitan and developing centers, the government through its various instrumentalities including the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) invested in infrastructure through road widening programs and construction of new roads and bridges. At present, infrastructure spending at nominal values reached as high as PhP1.05 trillion in 2019, thrice the annual average of the immediate past administration.Withthis amount of investment in roads, there is an impending threat of induced demand. Several studies have IS ACTIVE:
WHAT ILOILO CITY’S BIKE LANES TELLS OF FUTURE TRANSPORT
41.89% In 2020, cyclists in Iloilo City is estimated to increase by 41.89 percent catalyzed possibly by the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
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bike use in Iloilo City. Through a timeline analysis, it showed that the number of cyclists rose at increasing rates as the city nearly completes its cycling infrastructure network.Infrastructure, indeed, attracts. What we build for people, they use it. I guess it is time for the government to take extra caution in their infrastructure priorities. If we build more roads, there will be more cars and congestion is just around 10
In my independent study, I found that there is a direct link on how infrastructure for cycling has influenced the increase of cyclists in Iloilo City. Through historical data review and stakeholder surveys, I structured how the cycling culture developed in Iloilo City. These were then subjected to several analyses by introducing cycling infrastructure expenditure and GIS data to verify how the infrastructure component has influenced bike use over time and its potentials. Similar to the evidence found on increasing road capacity which induces traffic, results have shown that a significant investment in cycling infrastructure fortified by local policies and legislation would directly influence the increase of
shown that new road capacity would be fully absorbed or utilized by induced traffic at 50 to 100 percent in as early as three years. Considering the direct relationship between motorized vehicles and road capacity, congestion may reach a point where it could no longer be solvable. Thus, alternative transport modes fostered by specific infrastructure should be considered. Notwithstanding, motorized transport with the current types of vehicles in the Philippines generates greenhouse gases. It means that the development aspect of transport at the moment is contrary to the direction of its peers in achieving environmental and urban development indicators in the Sustainable Development Goals.
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Iloilo City has been regarded as the Most Bike-Friendly City in the PhilBike Awards 2018. These were attributed primarily to the completion of the first and the longest dedicated and trafficsegregated bike lane in the country as early as 2014 coupled with local policies to support its use. Iloilo City has two bike-related ordinances: one which requires government and non-government buildings with existing parking spaces to provide a safe bicycle parking zone and one specific to bike lanes. Just recently it also won back-to-back as Bike-Friendly City by the Mobility Awards and the Bike Friendly City Awards.
Considering the direct relationship between motorized vehicles and road capacity, congestion may reach a point where it could no longer be solvable.
Several studies have shown that new road capacity would be fully absorbed or utilized by induced traffic at 50 to 100 percent in as early as three years.
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the corner. If we build more cycling infrastructure, we can influence people to use their bikes more – be it for work, for school or for leisure. The Covid-19 pandemic also catalyzed the preference for bike use. Data has shown that most cyclist respondents have started using bikes on a regular basis in 2020 and 2021. In 2020 alone, the cyclist number increased by 41.89 percent. From this annual figure, it further increased by 12.38 percent in the first four months of 2021.The pandemic was a catalyst. However, we do not expect the habit of cyclists to decline. The pandemic was primarily a motivational factor and since they invested in their bikes and we have features the infrastructure, they will stay. The cyclists share optimism in the cycling infrastructure with 97.46 percent of them being certain of continuing their bike habit in the post-pandemic world. They, however, also closed by rating the current infrastructure for cycling a 3.49 out of 5 which means they are slightly satisfied with what Iloilo City has provided for them but there must be some areas they can improve on. While the bike lane network of the city continues to grow, cyclists also need protection. This includes complementing policies on road sharing not only with motorized vehicles but also pedestrians. They should be in harmony and policies can definitely foster that.
The case of Iloilo City tells a story of how public spending on infrastructure can greatly influence how people choose their mode of transport – the one which increases carbon footprint, the one which temporarily eases congestion but induces demand over time, and the one that is new, at least for a developing city. While several facts dictate the laws of nature such as the ongoing climate crisis, the government is highly instrumental in dictating what people can do next, what people can contribute, and how they can be part of the change.
The cyclists share optimism in the cycling infrastructure with 97.46 percent of them being certain of continuing their bike habit in the post-pandemic world.
2020 was supposed to be the best year of our life because we will have a graduation on May and board exam on November but the pandemic hit and here we are, still uncertain of our immediate future. Because of the changes during on the set-up of the review and the uncertainty of the schedule of the board exam, some of us, including me, have opted to work in the field of civil engineering and in business process outsourcing companies or manage their own business. Let us not forget our main goal in our journey, which is not just to graduate but to become licensed civil engineers. I hope and I pray that soon we will find ourselves together once more on the path in getting our license. To those who are preparing for the November 2021 board exam, stay strong, we are one with you in praying that the board exam will push through and you, God-willing, will pass it. To the officers and members of the PICE-Iloilo, we look forward to being your colleagues soon. And for everyone, continue to do your part to limit the effects of pandemic by practicing social distancing and getting vaccinated. Thank you and keep safe.
A STEP, A LEAP IN OUR JOURNEY JUNIOR SPOTLIGHT Christian Ruiz ACADEMIC AND LEADERSHIP AWARDEE, PICE ILOILO STUDENT AWARDS 2020 BS CIVIL ENGINEERING, MAGNA CUM LAUDE, CENTRAL PHILIPPINE UNIVERSITY 12 THE ILONGGO CIVIL ENGINEER
It is true that our diploma, degree, or license does not guarantee us a 100 percent success in life but it is a step, or even a leap, in our journey to attain our goals in life.
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SINCE its inception, PICE has been the partner of the academe in conducting student`s activities, which supplements the learnings of the civil engineering students, from the seminars and symposiums to the sports events, to the community outreach, one can say that the PICE is integral in the holistic development of a civil engineering student. These activities provide us an avenue to connect with other aspiring civil engineers and also to the professionals which will be our colleagues someday. Before the time of webinars thru zoom meetings, the PICE officers spends our vacant time for weeks to prepare for our acquaintance party, induction ceremony, or thanksgiving which fosters camaraderie among the CE students. Our student chapter coordinates with our department in conducting symposiums and inviting resource persons which shares their expertise thus enhancing our knowledge on the wide array of opportunities in our field. In partnership with the student council and other allied organizations, PICE conducts its outreach through relief operations, gift-giving and capacity building. On a personal level, this organization played a very important of my journey as a student and a leader. As I started being an engineering student, I mainly focused on my academics since the demand it is engineering. During my later years, I felt the urge that I can do more and be part of something bigger other than just by being a focusing on my own personal development and PICE provided me that opportunity. It is a challenge and sometimes, exhausting to balance being a student leader and an aspiring civil engineer but when you see your classmates actively participating in a seminar, wearing their best outfit during the induction or receiving their awards, it makes you understand that leadership is about service to others.
Let me share my main takeaway from my journey as a student leader. While we have these extra-curricular activities, let us not forget that we are sent to school by our parents because they believe in the power of education. It is true that our diploma, degree, or license does not guarantee us a 100 percent success in life but it is a step, or even a leap, in our journey to attain our goals in life. Our credentials are our ticket to enter the industry and be at par with other professionals and while improving our skills in our respective fields, we must pair it with the necessary qualifications as what our keynote speaker, Engr. Belarga has practiced.HowIwish that this awarding is rather an oath taking for new civil engineers.
