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PREFACE
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through its Mission to
the Philippines, has contracted Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI) to implement the
Environmental Governance 2 Project (EcoGov 2) under Contract 492-C-00-04-00037-00.
The effective date of the contract is October 1, 2004 through September 30, 2009, with a
two-year option period to September 30, 2011. DAI implements the project with the
assistance of six organizations. Four of these are Philippine organizations — Cesar Virata &
Associates (CVAI); the University of the Philippines’ Marine Environment and Resources
Foundation (MERF); Orient Integrated Development Consultants, Inc. (OIDCI); and
Resources, Environment and Economic Center for Studies (REECS). The other two are
American firms — the Deloitte Emerging Markets Group (EMG) and The Media Network.
The Contract requires DAI to submit Quarterly Progress Reports to USAID within 45 days of
the close of each operating quarter and an Annual Report within 45 days of the end of the
fourth quarter. This report summarizes the FY 2009 objectives, accomplishments toward
those objectives, implementation issues and proposed resolutions, the status toward achieving
sustainability of efforts, and the planned performance objectives for the next quarter. It also
highlights a series of lessons learned and provides insights on some challenges ahead.
The report consists of several sections. The first is an overview of the project and a summary
of progress, activities, challenges and concerns over FY 2009. Succeeding sections provide
detailed updates on activities undertaken for each of six Contract Line Item Numbers
(CLINs), which themselves correspond to the target areas in the Contract Scope of Work
(SOW). The report is also supplemented with a series of Annexes. More detailed
information on EcoGov is available in other reports for readers who may not be familiar with
the project. These reports are available from EcoGov project offices and USAID.
Development Alternatives, Inc.

USAID/Philippines EcoGov 2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE .................................................................................................................................. I
LIST OF TABLES ........................................................................................................................ V
LIST OF FIGURES ...................................................................................................................... V
LIST OF ANNEXES .................................................................................................................... VI
ACRONYMS ............................................................................................................................. VII
1. PROJECT OVERVIEW AND HIGHLIGHTS OF PROGRESS FY 2009............................................1
1.1 Project Overview ........................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Highlights of Progress for Base Period (up to Year 5) and Trends in
Implementation..................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Leveraging of LGU investments ................................................................................ 5
1.4 EcoGov Contribution to Anti-Corruption ................................................................. 6
1.5 EcoGov Contribution to Addressing Global Climate Change (GCC)........................ 7
1.6 EcoGov Contribution to Conflict Management in Mindanao .................................... 8
1.7 EcoGov Contribution to Building Local Institutional Capacity................................. 9
1.8 Key Overarching Challenges for EcoGov in Y6Y7 ................................................. 10
Mapping political transitions in an election period (2010)................................................. 10
Advancing the thematic convergence – “ridge to reef” ...................................................... 11
Integrating global climate change considerations .............................................................. 11
Promoting sustainable financing mechanisms .................................................................... 12
Mainstreaming / Institutionalization of Environmental Governance for DENR and
LGUs ............................................................................................................................. 13
1.9 Implementation Concerns......................................................................................... 13
General................................................................................................................................ 13
Forest and Forestlands Management.................................................................................. 14
Coastal Resource Management (CRM)............................................................................... 15
Urban and Environmental Management (UEM)................................................................. 15
Governance and Advocacy .................................................................................................. 15
2. DETAILED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT BY CONTRACT LINE ITEM NUMBER ..................17
2.1 Improved Forest Management.................................................................................. 17
FFM Accomplishments – Nationwide.................................................................................. 17
FFM Accomplishments – Northern Luzon........................................................................... 24
FFM Accomplishments – Central Visayas .......................................................................... 26
FFM Accomplishments – Southern and Central Mindanao ................................................ 27
FFM Accomplishments – Western Mindanao ..................................................................... 28
Lessons in FFM: Year 5 in Perspective............................................................................... 29
Implementation Problems and Proposed Resolution .......................................................... 30
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2.2 Improved Coastal Resources Management .............................................................. 32
CRM Accomplishments -- Nationwide ................................................................................ 32
CRM Accomplishments – Northern Luzon.......................................................................... 35
CRM Accomplishments – Central Visayas.......................................................................... 35
CRM Accomplishments – Western Mindanao..................................................................... 38
CRM Accomplishments – South-Central Mindanao ........................................................... 41
Lessons Learned from Year 5.............................................................................................. 43
Implementation Problems and Proposed Resolutions ........................................................ 44
Objectives for Next Quarter................................................................................................ 45
2.3 Improved Solid Waste Management ........................................................................ 46
UEM Accomplishments - Nationwide ................................................................................. 46
UEM Accomplishments – Northern Luzon.......................................................................... 49
UEM Accomplishments – Central Visayas ......................................................................... 50
UEM Accomplishments – Southern and Central Mindanao ............................................... 53
UEM Accomplishments – Western Mindanao..................................................................... 58
Lessons Learned in Solid Waste Management for Year 5................................................... 60
Implementation Problems and Proposed Resolution.......................................................... 62
2.4 Municipal Investments in Sanitation ........................................................................ 64
Summary of Accomplishments ............................................................................................ 64
Municipal Investment Accomplishments – Central Visayas ............................................... 65
Municipal Investment Accomplishments – South-Central Mindanao ................................. 67
Lessons Learned in Municipal Investments in Sanitation for Year 5.................................. 70
Implementation Problems and Proposed Resolution .......................................................... 70
2.5 Strengthened Government Institutions ..................................................................... 72
Strengthened National Institutions...................................................................................... 72
2.6 Management and Administration ........................................................................... 107
Project Management ......................................................................................................... 107
Project Expenditures......................................................................................................... 109
Small Grants Program ...................................................................................................... 109
Indefinite Quantity Subcontract – Local Service Providers ............................................. 112
Implementation Problems and Proposed Resolution........................................................ 115
Objectives for the next quarter.......................................................................................... 115
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Summary of 5-Year and 7-Year Targets and Accomplishments ............................. 5

Table 2. Number and Type of LGUs Assisted by EcoGov between 2005 and 2009............. 6
Table 3. Total Area (in hectares) of Natural Forests in EcoGov-Assisted LGUs, KBAs
and Watershed Forest Reserves Covered............................................................... 18
Table 4. Accomplishment of Biophysical Targets ............................................................... 19
Table 5. LGUs Assisted in Forest Land Use Planning......................................................... 20
Table 6. Legitimized FLUPs in Ecogov Regions................................................................. 20
Table 7. Co-Management Areas in EcoGov Assisted LGUs (number and hectares) .......... 21
Table 8. LGU FFM Allocations .......................................................................................... 22
Table 9. Summary of CRM Targets and Accomplishments to 30 September 2009 ............ 33
Table 10. Regional Distribution of Accomplishments for the Period 2004-2009 ................. 33
Table 11. Progress Indicators in Waste Diversion of Solid Waste ........................................ 46
Table 12. Number of LGUs with 25% Waste Diversion by Region...................................... 47
Table 13. Percentage of LGUs covered by PLGU and EcoGov SWM Efforts ..................... 48
Table 14. Distribution of Grants across Regions and Sectors as of September 30, 2009 .... 110
Table 15. List of Grants Awarded as of September 30, 2009 .............................................. 110
Table 16. Summary of Grants Disbursements as of September 30, 2009 (by sector) ......... 111
Table 17. Summary of Grants Disbursements as of September 30, 2009 (by region)......... 112
Table 18. List of Local Service Providers as of September 30, 2009 .................................. 114
Table19. Summary of Disbursements for Task Orders and FPPO as of September 30,
2009...................................................................................................................... 114
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: EcoGov Key Convergence Areas Y6Y7 ................................................................ 11

Figure 2. Trend in LGU Category.......................................................................................... 73
Figure 3. Trend in Average Regional Indices........................................................................ 73
Figure 4. Trend in sector indices, 2005-2009 ........................................................................ 74
Figure 5. 2009 Average Indices by Section by Region ......................................................... 76
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LIST OF ANNEXES
Annex A. EcoGov (Project, NRB and CPE Indicators) — Final
Annex B. Status of Actions on USAID-DENR Milestones and Benchmarks
Annex C. Summary of EcoGov-Assisted LGUs by Province, Sector, and Counterpart

Fundtion for Planning and Implementation
Annex D. EcoGov Year 5 Outputs
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ACRONYMS
ADB - Asian Development Bank

ADSDPP - Ancestral Domain Sustainable Development and Protection Plan
ARMM - Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
BEMO - Bohol Environment Management Office
BLGU - Barangay LGU
CADC - Certificate of Ancestral Domain Claim
CADT - Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title
CBFMA - Community-Based Forest Management Agreement
CCA - Climate Change Adaptation
CDM - Clean Development Mechanism
CLE - Coastal Law Enforcement
CLIN - Contract Line Item Number
CRM - Coastal Resources Management
CSCRMC - Camotes Sea Coastal Resources Management Council
CVAI - Cesar Virata & Associates, Inc.
DA/BFAR - Department of Agriculture/Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
DAI - Development Alternatives, Inc.
DED - Detailed Engineering Design
DENR - Department of Environment and Natural Resources
DILG - Department of the Interior and Local Government
DRR - Disaster Risk Reduction
ECC - Environmental Compliance Certificate
EcoGov - USAID-Philippine Environmental Governance 2 Project
EMB - Environmental Management Bureau
EMG - Emerging Markets Group
ENR - Environment and Natural Resources
ENRD - Environment and Natural Resources Division
ENRM - Environment and Natural Resources Management
ENRMP - Environment and Natural Resources Management Plan
ENRO - Environment and Natural Resources Office
EU - European Union
FASPO - Foreign-Assisted and Special Projects Office
FFM - Forests and Forest Lands Management
FGD - Focus Group Discussion
FLET - Fishery Law Enforcement Team
FLUP - Forest Land Use Plan
FMB - Forest Management Bureau
FTAP - Functionality, Transparency, Accountability and Participation
GCC - Global Climate Change
GDS - German Development Service
GIS - Geographic Information System
GoAd - Governance and Advocacy Sector
GOP - Government of the Philippines
GSA - Guided Self-Assessment
GTZ - German Technical Assistance
IBRA - Illana Bay Regional Alliance
ICRMP - Integrated Coastal Resources Management Plan
IEC - Information, Education and Communication
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IEE - Initial Environment Examination
IEM - Integrated Ecosystem Management
IPR - Individual Property Right
IQS - Indefinite Quantity Subcontracts
IRR - Implementing Rules and Regulations
ISFI - Institute for Small Farms and Industries
ISWM - Integrated Solid Waste Management
KBA - Key Biodiversity Area
LCE - Local Chief Executive
LCP - League of Cities of the Philippines
LGSP-LED - Local Government Support Project for Local Economic Development
LGU - Local Government Unit
LMP - League of Municipalities of the Philippines
LOP - Life of Project
LPP - League of Provinces of the Philippines
LSP - Local Service Provider
M&E - Monitoring and Evaluation
MANP - Mount Apo Natural Park
MDC - Municipal Development Council
MENRO - Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office
MERF - Marine Environmental and Resources Foundation
MLGU - Municipal LGU
MOA - Memorandum of Agreement
MPA - Marine Protected Area
MPDC - Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator
MPM - Master in Public Management
MRF - Materials Recovery Facility
MSU - Mindanao State University
MSUS - Mindanao State University System
NCIP - National Commission for Indigenous Peoples
NGO - Non-Government Organization
NIPAS - National Integrated Protected Area System
NRM - Natural Resources Management
NSWMC - National Solid Waste Management Commission
OIDCI - Orient Integrated Development Consultants, Inc.
PAMB - Protected Area Management Board
PAWB - Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau
PEMO - Provincial Environment Management office
PENRO - Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office
PES - Payment for Environmental Services
PLGU - Provincial LGU
PNP - Philippine National Police
PO - People’s Organization
PPP - Public-Private Partnership
RAFI - Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc
REECS - Resources, Environment and Economic Center for Studies
SB - Sangguniang Bayan
SLF - Sanitary Landfill Facility
SO - Strategic Objective
SOW - Scope of Work
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SP - Sangguniang Panlalawigan
STF - Septage Treatment Facilities
STTA - Short-Term Technical Assistance
SUSEA - Sustainable Sanitation in East Asia
SuWMB - Sustainable Waste Management Board
SWAPP - Solid Waste Management Association of the Philippines
SWM - Solid Waste Management
TA - Technical Assistance
THW - Toxic and Hazardous Waste
TWG - Technical Working Group
UEM - Urban Environmental Management
UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
USAID - United States Agency for International Development
VMOG - Vision, Mission, Objectives and Goals
WACS - Waste Assessment and Characterization Study
WWM - Wastewater Management
WWTF - Wastewater Treatment Facilities
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1. PROJECT OVERVIEW AND HIGHLIGHTS OF PROGRESS FY 2009
The Philippine Environmental Governance 2 (EcoGov) Project, a grant by the US

Government to the Government of the Philippines (GOP), provides technical assistance for
the implementation of activities resulting in improved environmental governance by the
project’s local and national counterparts, improved management of forests, coastal and
marine areas and solid waste, and the promotion of local government investment into
sanitation facilities. Through its activities, EcoGov supports the U.S. Government’s Foreign
Assistance Framework, and its targets linked to the United States Agency for International
Development’s (USAID) Standard Indicators in the Environment area, specifically on (a)
Natural Resources and Biodiversity, and (b) Clean Productive Environment. EcoGov2 fits
within USAID’s Strategic Objective 4 (SO 4) for strengthening the management of
productive and life-sustaining natural resources and USAID’s new Environment and Energy
Assistance Agreement with the GRP. It supports the overall Mission goal of enhanced
security, governance, and capacity for sustainable and equitable economic growth. As such,
the long-term vision for EcoGov is to conserve biological diversity by addressing problems
of open access, pollution of coastal waters and water bodies in urban areas, and mitigating
natural resource-based conflicts in priority eco-regions, or “key biodiversity areas” (KBAs).
By contract, the EcoGov base period runs from October 1, 2004 through September 30, 2009,
with an option period from October 1, 2009 to September 30, 2011.
1.1 Project Overview
EcoGov has worked in five technical areas and three broad geographic locations in the
country. It also uses several cross-cutting elements in its technical approaches and works at a
national level for institutional strengthening. The technical areas, which the implementation
team refers to as sectors, correspond to five Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) 1 , as
follows:
CLIN 0001: Strengthened Government Institutions, with a five-year target of

improving the capacity of 80 local government units (LGUs) to apply better
governance practices in the management of their natural resources. The team uses
a combination of advocacy, social marketing, public awareness (e.g., information,
education and communication or IEC methods), and local-level policy support to
achieve its goals in this sector. (Referred to in this report as the Governance and
Advocacy sector, or GoAd.)
CLIN 0002: Improved Forest Management, aimed at reducing illegal logging and
conversion of forest lands and with five-year targets of (a) placing over 250,000
ha of natural forest under improved management, (b) improving the productive
development of 14,000 ha of forest, and (c) clearly establishing four management
links between watershed management and the downstream water distribution
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There is also a CLIN 0006 for Management and Administration. This CLIN accounts for those costs, such as office rent,
that cannot be precisely allocated to a single sector.
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system. (Referred to in this report as the forests and forest lands management
sector, or FFM.)
CLIN 0003: Improved Coastal Resources Management (CRM), aimed at reducing

overfishing and destructive fishing and with five-year targets of (a) placing
106,000 ha of coastal area under improved management, (b) establishing 20 new
marine sanctuaries, and (c) improving the management of 50 existing marine
sanctuaries. (Referred to in this report as the CRM sector.)
CLIN 0004: Improved Waste Management, with a five-year target of effecting

significant diversion of waste from open dumps to controlled dumps, sanitary
landfills, recycling, and composting in 90 LGUs. (Referred to in this report as the
urban environmental management sector, or UEM.)
CLIN 0005: Municipal Investment in Sanitation, with a five-year target of promoting

public and private investment in the wastewater and solid waste disposal facilities
of 20 LGUs.
Certain elements of the project are not captured in any single CLIN, but are clearly part of
the Contract and/or the approach. These include promotion of transparent, accountable,
participatory, and gender inclusive processes; organizational strengthening of national- and
provincial-level line agencies; the enhancement of law enforcement; and a commitment to
measuring improved health at a household level.
EcoGov implements activities toward achieving the five sets of targets by working from four
offices serving central, and southern portions of the country:
Manila: maintaining Sector Leaders/Coordinators, senior policy analysts, technical

specialists and administrative support personnel, who liaise with the USAID
Mission, work with national level agencies and who lead field efforts.
Cebu City: serving LGUs in Central Visayas.
General Santos City: serving LGUs in the central, southern, and eastern portions of
Mindanao, including partners from the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
(ARMM) 2 .
Pagadian City: serving LGUs in western/peninsular Mindanao and Basilan.
At the national level, the principal counterparts of the project are the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and several of its bureaus. The project also
works with the Department of Agriculture Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
(DA/BFAR), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), and the Leagues of
Municipalities, Cities, and Provinces (LMP, LCP, and LPP, respectively). At the local level,
the project works directly with LGUs, as well as the local offices of national government
agencies entrusted with natural resources management. At all levels, the project works with
2
EcoGov 1/EcoGov 2 maintained a regional office in Cotabato City for this portion of Mindanao throughout 2002, 2003,
2004, and 2005. For strategic and logistical reasons, this office relocated to General Santos City at the close of 2005.
Similarly an office serving Northern Luzon, based in Solano, was closed during the previous quarter.
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non-government and civil society organizations, academic institutions, and local service
providers who are stakeholders, or partners, with EcoGov2.
1.2 Highlights of Progress for Base Period (up to Year 5) and Trends in
Implementation
Eighty-one (81) of 86 LGUs that participated in the assessment achieved the well-
performing category. This represents 101% achievement of the target of ‘80” LGUs for
the base year. Only five LGUs (6% of total assessed) failed to reach the benchmark.
LGUs improved their performance not only in terms of adopting more ‘good practices’
but by elevating further the quality of existing practices, by putting in more investments
and innovations and widening the geographic reach of their environmental services.
Targets in hectares of forests and forestlands under improved management and

productive development have been surpassed. Provincial technical working groups
(TWGs) composed of DENR and provincial LGU staff that were organized in all EcoGov
regions delivered FLUP technical assistance to 27 LGUs (not originally part of EcoGov).
Legitimized FLUPs and recognition of individual property rights continue to rise, while
the FFM team, in collaboration with EcoGov partners, has advanced initiatives in
sustainable financing, mainly payment of environmental services, private-public sector
partnerships, and user fees.
The CRM sector has exceeded targets with respect to coastal areas under improved
management, and biophysical targets related to strengthening both new and existing
marine sanctuaries. Strengthening of MPAs through MPA networks and inter-LGU
alliances are gaining currency, and there is now wider recognition of EcoGov efforts and
validation of its baywide or ecosystem-based model which should spur rates of adoption
of good practices. Science-based technical assistance continues to support LGU
decision-making in the management of fisheries, protection and mariculture zones while
environmental user fees, permits and licenses, among other things, are being advocated to
sustain financing of CRM and MPA activities.
.
The Year 5 target of 38 LGUs with 25% waste diversion was met. By 30 September
2009, there were 90 LGUs (out of 104 LGUs being assisted) which achieved the
minimum waste diversion using all the major proxy indicators. Some efforts to address
disposal management have been successful, particularly through the ‘clustering’
approach, while the model for ‘ring fencing’ of accounts for SWM is gaining currency.
PLGUs are increasingly playing a more active role in delivering technical assistance for
SWM for LGUs, allowing EcoGov to reach an additional 50 LGUs.
EcoGov was able to engage 21 LGUs to develop their wastewater/septage management

projects. Of these, 19 LGUs invested in sanitation / WWTF, slightly under target,
representing 95% of the LOP target. EcoGov efforts to build capacity has increased
levels of understanding and confidence among LGUs, especially in light of the technical,
political and economic challenges associated with the shift from plan preparation to
budget allocation to actual implementation.

The EcoGov knowledge management strategy requires refinement and consolidation
given the number of ‘knowledge products and processes’. Each will have a different
‘shelf life’, targeted users, intermediaries and beneficiaries and pathways to
dissemination, and incorporation into various types of learning systems. Implementation
of a knowledge management strategy is ongoing, and highlighted in various sections of
this report. Given the limited financial and technical resources of EcoGov, a strategy
should include a detailed action plan that will identify realistic goals.
The institutionalization of technical assistance at the LGU level continues. In this

connection, EcoGov has been successful in catalyzing direct investments by its primary
clients, the LGUs, in various elements of the ‘ridge to reef’ infrastructure. Moreover,
there is an empirical shift from working with individual LGUs (ie ‘retail level’) to scaled
up (ie ‘wholesale level’) approaches featured by increased adoption of co-management
instruments, clustering initiatives, alliance creation, outreach and partnership
development. What emerges with clarity, is that there is an enhanced understanding of
the threats to biodiversity among LGUs and that efforts to address these threats need to
be systematically undertaken. The significance of EcoGov work — the “so what?” — is
manifested in the indisputable fact that environmental management now has greater
priority in the resource allocation decisions of LGUs.
There are a number of areas where EcoGov has provided additionality with respect to
natural resource and biodiversity conservation. These include: contribution to anti-
corruption, contributions to addressing global climate change, contribution to conflict
management in Mindanao, and building of political will through local institutional
development (discussed in a sub-section below).
Some overarching challenges face the EcoGov team during Years 6 and 7. These include:
mapping of political transitions, advancing thematic convergence within the R2R
framework in priority KBAs, integrating global climate change considerations, promoting
sustainable financing mechanisms, and mainstreaming/institutionalization of
environmental governance for DENR and LGUs. A short discussion on these is presented
below.
Table 1 below provides summary information on targets and accomplishments for this
reporting period. Corollary information relevant to USAID Standard Indicators -
"Environment" Area for Natural Resources and Biodiversity (NRB) and Clean Productive
Environment (CPE) are presented in an appendix to this report.

Table 1. Summary of 5-Year and 7-Year Targets and Accomplishments
Five-Year Seven-Year FY 09 Accomplishments

Project Target Project Target Actual as of Actual as of FY 10 Target FY 11 Target
2004-2009 2004-2011 Dec 08 Sept 09
Indicator 1: Number of government institutions meeting good environmental governance index (cumulative)
80 LGUs 100 LGUs 53 LGUs* 81 LGUs - 100 LGUs
Indicator 2: Hectares of natural forest under improved management
254,670 ha 280,000 ha 234,036 ha 262,093 ha 20,000 ha 10,000 ha
Indicator 3: Hectares of forestlands under productive development
14,000 ha 64,000 ha 32,097 ha 32,097 ha 31,905 ha --
Indicator 4: Coastal areas under improved management
106,700 ha 117,000 ha 93,067 ha 111,368 ha 10,728 ha --
Indicator 5: Number and hectares of new marine sanctuaries established
20 sanctuaries 29 sanctuaries 21 sanctuaries 50 sanctuaries 5 santuaries 4 santuaries
(627 ha) (762 ha) (1,362 ha) (1,814 ha)
29 additional sanctuaries Additional sanctuaries will be brought to “established”
were brought to the level in the process of strengthening them.
“established” level in the
process of strengthening
other MPAs. Effective
accomplishment is:
50 sanctuaries
(1,814 ha)
Indicator 6: Number and hectares of existing marine sanctuaries under improved management
50 sanctuaries 60 sanctuaries 36 sanctuaries 50 sanctuaries 5 sanctuaries 5 sanctuaries
(2,500 ha) (2,700 ha)
(2,120 ha) (2,608 ha) (100 ha) (100 ha)
Indicator 7: Number of LGUs diverting at least 25% of waste from disposal to recycling and composting
90 LGUs 100 LGUs 60 LGUs 90 LGUs - 10 LGUs
Indicator 8: Number of LGUs investing in wastewater facilities
20 LGUs 26 LGUs 6 LGUs 19 LGUs 1 6 LGUs
* Based on mid-term guided self-assessment undertaken during the first quarter of Year 4.
1.3 Leveraging of LGU investments
Presented below is information on number and type of LGUs assisted by EcoGov

between 2005 and 2009. EcoGov has also leveraged significant government investments
(provincial and municipal) to support activities in specific sectors. The general and
relatively consistent increase in real investments is a testimony to EcoGov’s efforts to
institutionalize technical assistance.

Table 2. Number and Type of LGUs Assisted by EcoGov between 2005 and 2009.
No. of LGUs
Assisted 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Municipal and City
LGUs 80 93 132 153 153
Provincial LGUs 3 9 13 13 13
Budgets
Leveraged in
Php (USD) 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 TOTAL
7,321,000 10,242,370 16,804,815 12,866,660 15,193,890 62,428,735
CRM (155,766) (217,923) (357,549) (273,759) (323,274) (1,328,271)
34,189,000 25,390,500 26,913,060 33,331,000 83,520,000 203,343,560
FFM (727,426) (540,223) (572,618) (709,170) (1,777,022) (4,326,459)
75,318,143 112,282,624 92,411,870 100,074,152 189,972,108 570,058,896
UEM (160,251) ( 2,388,992) (1,966,210) (2,120237) (4,041,960) (12,128,913)
TOTAL 116,828,143 147,915,494 136,129,745 146,271,812 288,685,998 835,831,191
Total in USD 2,485,705 3,147,138 2,896,378 3,112,166 6,142,255 17,783,342
1.4 EcoGov Contribution to Anti-Corruption
Transparency, accountability, participation and functionality are core precepts in the

approach of EcoGov. One of the key tools in governance is the LGU Guided Self
Assessment (GSA) on environmental governance practices. Through the GSA, EcoGov
helps put in place mechanisms to professionalize local bureaucracy and raise the level of
accountability of LGU personnel and LGU-designated bodies. This is based on clear
definition and delineation of lines and centers of responsibility, institutionalization of
checks and balances, and institutionalization of performance evaluation criteria. EcoGov
also advocates for increased public participation and transparency to raise the quality of
the budgeting, bidding, contracting, and procurement processes pursuant to the
Procurement Reform Act (RA 9184) in the Philippines. Through the GSA, EcoGov
advocates for the establishment of a transparent LGU database on both environment and
internal management practices to help promote sound, accountable and participatory
LGU decisions and actions. The GSA also promotes the adoption of simple, efficient and
transparent procedures and requirements for issuing permits, licenses and/or resource
allocation instruments, which serve as a powerful safeguard against corrupt practices.
Good environmental governance enables institutions in society — government in

particular - to guide human behavior and harness endowments for shared socio-economic
and ecological purposes. Since environmental actions and decisions are influenced by the
values and interests of those who make them, without such safeguards as transparency,
accountability and public participation in decisions and actions, the rights to allocations,
access, use, and management of natural resources are highly susceptible to corruption,

and elite and state (government) capture which gives rise to social and economic
inequality.
Section 2.5 of this report provides more detailed information on the results of the third
and final GSA for EcoGov LGU partners. Of significance is the overall improvement in
management of government resources which directly benefit communities in EcoGov-
supported LGUs.
1.5 EcoGov Contribution to Addressing Global Climate Change (GCC)
In the coastal resource management (CRM) sector, EcoGov continued to support the
Coral Triangle Initiative (CTI) and other initiatives that relate to climate change
adaptation. EcoGov periodically provides information on CRM activities that fit into the
CTI National Plan of Action (Philippines). Selected EcoGov sites in Illana Bay, Davao
Gulf and Camotes Islands sites are included in the efforts to standardize MPA assessment
and monitoring procedures and tools in the entire Coral Triangle region. The CTI
National Plan of Action for the Philippines places emphasis on strengthening of MPAs.
In this sense, M&E is an important element in the strengthening process. Practitioners
will need to have uniform instruments with which to benchmark measurements of
biophysical changes, and determine if these are indeed caused by global climate change.
EcoGov field teams in Mindanao and Central Visayas are collaborating with the
Philippines Department of Science and Technology (DOST) project entitled “Integrated
Coastal Evaluation — Coastal Research, Enhancement and Adaptive Management” (ICE
CREAM) in which the Marine Science Institute (MSI) plays a key implementation role.
To date the collaboration between EcoGov and the DOST has been on an informal basis,
however a Memorandum of Agreement is being planned. The ICE CREAM project is
providing orientation to LGUs on global climate change. Eventually, they will develop
simulation and modeling with respect to climate change scenarios using data from the the
permanent monitoring stations (also some weather stations) they will establish in
Camotes Sea (Visayas region), Illana Bay (Western Mindanao), Baler Bay (Northern
Luzon) and the Davao Gulf (South and Central Mindanao. The ICE CREAM Project
aims to determine the vulnerabilities of various marine ecosystems to disturbance events
as exacerbated by global climate change, and through its monitoring program gauge
changes from these events and recommend adaptive management mechanisms. The
information from various simulations will help them understand the extent of exposure,
the potential nature of the risks, assess levels of vulnerability etc. — all of which will
feed into MPA and higher level planning and adaptation processes. Since EcoGov has
physical presence in these sites, it will serve as facilitator between ICE CREAM and the
LGU, provide opportunities for inter-LGU sharing, and participate in M and E training.
EcoGov will in turn have access to technical M and E data.
The solid waste management activities of EcoGov LGUs contributes to the reduction of
the release of methane and other greenhouse gases to the environment through the
diversion of biodegradable and recyclable waste from the waste stream that goes to the
disposal site. A total of 38 LGUs achieved at least 25% diversion during 2009, bringing

to 90 the total LGUs with at least 25% diversion. The total diversion per day of all these
LGUs can range from 90-150 tons; about 75% of the diverted wastes are biodegradables.
CO2 emmision from composting biodegradable waste is significantly lower (by about
61%) than when the waste is left to burn in open dumpsites.
One example of progress is seen in Bayawan City and Bais City in Negros Oriental
where sugar cane planters have agreed to eliminate the practice of burning sugarcane
thrash waste. A study in 2008 supported by EcoGov for Bais City, Negros Oriental
estimated that 104,144 tons of sugarcane trash is generated in its 9,056 hectares of
sugarcane field. If burned, this would yield 124,800 tons of CO2 emissions.
EcoGov activities in forest and forestlands management (FFM) related to climate change
are focused on reducing carbon emissions that may result from deforestation, and
improving carbon sequestration through reforestation and agroforestry, as well as through
annual growth of natural forests placed under improved management. To achieve this
EcoGov assists LGUs and tenure holders to meet key performance indicators for
improved management of forests and forest lands. In 2009, three LGUs - Dupax del Sur
(Nueva Vizcaya Province); Bagumbayan (Sultan Kudarat Province; and Upi
(Maguindanao Province) were assisted in improving the management of about 28,056
hectares of natural forests. This translates to an estimated net carbon benefit of about
395,245 tons CO2 using the USAID on line carbon calculator.
1.6 EcoGov Contribution to Conflict Management in Mindanao
EcoGov successes on this aspect are captured in the case study “Improving Natural
Resource Governance: A Key to Ensuring Peace and Stability in Mindanao, Philippines”.
The case study shows how EcoGov interventions in natural resources management
contribute to mitigating conflicts arising from the ancestral land issues in Muslim
Mindanao, specifically in Maasim, Sarangani and Illana Bay, Zamboanga Del Sur of the
Mindanao region in the Philippines. The case study will form part of the book
Strengthening Post-Conflict Peace-building Through Natural Resource Management to
be published jointly by the Environmental Law Institute, University of Tokyo, the UNEP,
and the IUCN.
EcoGov continues to promote the Al Khalifa (The Steward), an environmental

sourcebook based on the Islamic perspective of managing the environment. This work
has helped prevent and resolve conflicts in Western Mindanao, primarily those conflicts
that are related to access to environment and natural resources that are based on
religious/cultural lines. For example, in 2008, feuding families in Labangan, Zamboanga
del Sur, agreed to work together in establishing and managing a Marine Protected Area
(MPA), after political and religious leaders intervened and impressed upon them the need
to serve jointly as stewards of the Earth, as emphasized in the Qur’an. In Dinas and
Dimataling, also in Zamboanga del Sur, Western Mindanao, warring families set aside
their differences to concentrate on coastal resources management efforts, after realizing
that as Muslims, they have the responsibility to protect Illana Bay, which is important to
livelihoods and food security.

1.7 EcoGov Contribution to Building Local Institutional Capacity
For 2009, EcoGov conducted the third iteration of the LGU Guided Self- Assessment on
the State of Environmental Governance (GSA) Practices. The latest GSA findings have
affirmed that EcoGov is advancing environmental governance capacities at the level of
local governments. The results show remarkable improvement in LGU management
systems, rules, standards, and practices in the governance of forests and forestlands,
coastal, and urban environments. Eighty-one LGUs are in the well-performing category,
the benchmark set in relation to the project’s target of “80 government institutions
meeting environmental good governance index benchmarks” at the end of five years
(2004-2009). Over-all environmental governance improvement is also indicated by the
rise in average indices computed by province, region, sector, governance function, and
governance principle over the three assessment periods: 2005, 2007 and 2009.
The EcoGov range of technical assistance to LGUs is designed to address weak areas that
undermine their c apacity, credibility and legitimacy as local governance institutions. To
help LGUs improve environmental governance, EcoGov conducted capability-building
training activities, cross-visits, assistance to partnerships and networking, leveraging,
organizational development, social marketing, information, education and information
(IEC) activities, and media campaigns. At the local level, EcoGov has partnered with
PLGUs, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and BFAR in these
activities using science-based analysis to inform planning and decision-making processes.
In FY 2009, EcoGov provided support for the training of 669 people in natural resources
management and/or biodiversity conservation. The disaggregated by sex is 444 men and
225 women. This exceed the original target of 350 people (100 women and 250 men)
primarily because LGUs themselves co-invested significantly in recognition of how such
training contributes to building of local institutional capacity.
Results of the GSA have been instrumental in pinpointing needed improvements in LGU
practices, systems, and standards. In Central Visayas region, EcoGov revisited tactical
interventions designed with each LGU during the year. This included follow through
activities with the LGU focal persons, Local Chief Executive and/or key members of the
LGU Council to ascertain that gaps in environmental governance earlier identified
through the GSA will be bridged within reasonable timeframe.
While LGU progress can be directly linked to EcoGov technical assistance, the GSA has
also stimulated improvements due to the initiatives of the LGUs themselves. Rise in LGU
enterprise, resourcefulness, innovativeness, and service-orientation have been
increasingly observed over the years as LGUs continue to learn, adopt good practices
and benefit from improved governance. Good outcomes are indicated by increased
commitment of LGUs to environment and natural resource management as measured by
their actual disbursement of own funds and their optimizing the use of externally-
generated resources (funds, human resources, technologies, etc) to support local
environment initiatives.

Development of local institutional capacity is also being supported through the Small
Grants program of EcoGov. This has proven to be an effective tool in pursuing small but
innovative projects that play a supporting role in helping EcoGov achieve its targets, and
importantly, to assist LGUs and other partners in filling technical and resource gaps. The
small grants program also enables EcoGov to leverage participation, commitment and
resources from local service providers (LSPs) in environmental governance initiatives.
Through the base period, small grants have been strategically distributed across thematic
sectors, geographic regions and types of institution.
EcoGov has also encouraged integration of empirical knowledge, tools, instruments and
methods into various types of learning streams. These range from specialized short term
training initiatives (ie. underwater reef assessment and monitoring for MPA managers),
to course level syllabii (i.e., SWM training supplemented by SLF TA guide, sourcebook
and O&M manual), to graduate level degree programs (ie Master of Program
Management with modules that integrate environmental governance themes). These
initiatives have targeted beneficiaries within LGUs, LSPs and other stakeholder
organizations. The EcoGov knowledge management strategy will continue to promote
these efforts in the context of encouraging learning systems, mainstreaming and
institutionalization as elaborated below.
1.8 Key Overarching Challenges for EcoGov in Y6Y7
Mapping political transitions in an election period (2010)
The election processes which will be ongoing until May 2010 place a level of uncertainty on
continuity of EcoGov programs and initiatives and the level of attention that environmental
governance will receive from local governments, particularly at the level of mayors/local
chief executives. In order to address this, EcoGov has undertaken the following:
Mapping of LCE terms and expected changes. This has been done for EcoGov-assisted
LGUs in Mindanao and Central Visayas. The status of each LCE is identified (eg last
term, second term etc). In Mindanao there are 36 last term LCEs, while in Central
Visayas there are 16.
Focus on career track civil service professionals. The primary focal points for EcoGov
work at the LGU level are the municipal ENROs, municipal planning and development
officers, municipal agricultural officers, and in future, municipal finance officers.
Provincial counterparts for each of these categories will also be important. The rationale
is that while political leaderships change, the career track civil service professionals will
ensure continuity and institutionalization of programs and practices.
Building relationships. During the election period EcoGov will remain neutral. Post
election efforts will continue to cultivate positive working relationships with all LCEs
and relevant officials, with special attention paid to the orientation of new, incoming
executives.

Advancing the thematic convergence – “ridge to reef”
During the latter part of the base period EcoGov started to move from a very sectoral
approach to an integrated framework. In the context of advancing a broader understanding,
acceptance and adoption of the ‘ridge to reef’ (R2R) integrated resource management
approach to environmental governance, there will be a need to promote a higher degree of
convergence of these thematic, sectoral areas into a unified framework. This will involve,
among others:
sharpening analyses and improving materials and tools for integrated resource
management planning
consolidating a knowledge management strategy to embrace the R2R approach
work in defined convergence areas
Presented below are maps that identify the convergence areas for R2R for Years 6 & 7.
In Central Visayas: Tañon Strait, South In Mindanao: Davao Gulf, Illana Bay, Sarangani Bay
Negros / Sulu Sea, Camotes Sea
Figure 1: EcoGov Key Convergence Areas Y6Y7
Integrating global climate change considerations
Based on early work and consultations with partners and various experts, the scope of work
for EcoGov with respect to integrating global climate change will be to try and unpack the
issues related to mitigation, integrated mitigation /adapation and adaptation. In the area of
climate change mitigation, initiatives will focus on:

carbon stock assessment (given that there is no comprehensive national baseline data)
monitoring carbon emissions
how carbon markets work
design and advancing projects (Clean Development Mechanism and others)
In the area of climate change adaptation, EcoGov will work with partners to assist LGUs in
areas related to:
understanding the hierarchy and nature of various risk assessments (hazard, exposure,
vulnerability)
developing climate change adaptation (CCA) and disaster risk reduction (DRR) plans
creating models to understand adaptive capacity of communities
culivating sources of finance for CCA/DRR
Promoting sustainable financing mechanisms
Initiatives in sustainable financing will follow from work undertaken in each sector to date,
as well as the National Conference on ENR Financing. This will involve the following
actions:
Establish a network of local governments to share information on best practices in ENR

financing, building on existing networks
Develop an information base on sources of ENR financing, to cover public sector, private
sector and market-based instruments. The focus should be on building up a base of
“socially responsible investors” (SRIs)
Provide technical assistance and capacity building for LGUs in tools and mechanisms
related to ENR financing. Efforts will focus on such areas as building creditworthiness,
developing municipal bond pools, carbon finance, environment, social and governance
(ESG) compliance, among others.
Facilitate investment processes and create a “marketplace”. This will include a series of
focused, roundtable investment meetings that will bring together LGU project proponents
with prospective funders/investors.
As reported in each of the sector-based sections below, there are specific financing
mechanisms, for example payment for environmental services (PES) in FFM, ‘ring fencing’
of accounts in SWM/WWM, or environmental user fees (UEF) in CRM, that will be refined,
legitimized and promoted, given that these are relatively scalable in the short to medium
term.

Mainstreaming / Institutionalization of Environmental Governance for DENR
and LGUs
Years 6 and 7 will feature consolidated efforts to promote sustainability. These will form
part of the knowledge management strategy, which will emphasize scaling up, convergence,
and collaboration. It will be important, in this connection, to advance a model for
collaborative governance that emphasizes engagement of all actors within the R2R system.
EcoGov will continue to engage partners on multiple fronts — local service providers, civil
society organizations, academic and research institutions, private sector (business/industry),
local and national governments. The nature and extent of engagement will vary according to
context and circumstance.
For EcoGov, it will be essential to continue to build absorptive capacity and transfer
knowledge, skills, tools and resources to LGUs and the DENR and its bureaus so that they
can continue to provide technical assistance to their communities and partners. Continued
priorities will be to:
Ensure that DENR national offices and bureaus have necessary information with which to
determine the best options for policy development and implementation
Continue to cultivate Provincial LGUs to take leadership of environmental governance

and provide technical services (e.g.,. technical assistance, policies, monitoring and
evaluation, financing) for constituent city and municipal LGUs
Identify suitable hosts or intermediary support institutions for specific EcoGov

knowledge products or processes (e.g., Leagues of Municipalities, Cities and Provinces)
1.9 Implementation Concerns
General
There are some apparent gaps in communication between national, regional and provincial
DENR offices. Concerns need to be addressed internally at DENR, where EcoGov can act as
a facilitator, but not an interlocutor or intermediary. This means that EcoGov can provide the
venue or forum in which constructive dialogue can take place.
Relatedly, there are also apparent gaps in sharing of information and knowledge between and
among bureaus and offices within DENR Central (e.g.,. EMB, FMB, CMMO, PAWB,
FASPO, PAO). The concern is that each bureau has its own communications plan / strategy
that is linked to a particular funding agency and the information is not shared through a
central mechanism or clearing house (e.g., Public Affairs Office). This also, is a concern that
needs to be addressed internally. For EcoGov, it will be important to observe its
commitment to FASPO to ensure regular flow of project related information, and encourage
sharing of such among various parties. EcoGov can also ensure that the website, hosted by
FASPO contains as much information and links as possible, since this is a public access
vehicle.

Sharing of knowledge beyond EcoGov-supported LGUs is an emerging concern. In view of
increasing interest from other LGUs EcoGov will need to take steps to include these as part
of a refined knowledge management strategy, in particular in relation to scaling up of
specific initiatives. This will be done at the sector level, but also at the project level. Steps to
address this are articulated in the reports from each sector below.
Mandating an ENRO at the municipal/provincial levels has been mooted in several

discussion fora historically. There are suggestions that EcoGov liaise with DENR national
offices, however since this is a policy issue it is believed that the best contribution for
EcoGov would be to help strengthen arguments of the provinces and municipalities, to be
able to present options to the appropriate forum (e.g., LMP, LCP, LPP, DENR national).
There are clearly limitations in the funds allotted by FASPO to the DENR Regional Offices
to do complementation work with EcoGov. The default is for either FASPO or DENR
regional offices to look to EcoGov to finance activities that are sometimes beyond current
program budget allocations. While EcoGov has been and will continue to maintain flexible
and responsive, it would be important for DENR Central to consider providing additional
leveraged financial counterpart resources for the Regional Offices.
Forest and Forestlands Management
How can EcoGov support the upland development program (UDP) of DENR? EcoGov has
actually been complementing the UDP of DENR. In most EcoGov-assisted municipalities in
Region 12 for instance, the Steering Committee created has been tapped in selecting the
beneficiaries of UDP and even in selecting appropriate forest and fruit tree species for
planting. EcoGov could further support the UDP by including the beneficiaries in the tenure
holders assessment being conducted jointly by DENR and the Municipal LGUs.
How can FLUP be scaled up in non-EcoGov assisted regions? EcoGov does not have
sufficient resources to train FLUP assistance teams in all regions. But the project plans to
train a FLUP assistance team within the Forestry Management Bureau (FMB). This team
can further train FLUP Assistance teams in non-EcoGov assisted regions.
Will the FFM Sector still provide technical assistance in Western Mindanao and Northern
Luzon? Assistance will be provided, although not part of a full programmee effort. EcoGov
support will be directed at the FLUP assistance teams at the regional and provincial levels,
not at the municipal level. Also, since we are scaling up, EcoGov will encourage the
provincial LGUs or the DENR to provide financial support for most of the workshop /
training costs.

Coastal Resource Management (CRM)
There are concerns about the National Integrated Protected Area System (NIPAS). The core
is issue relates to the devolution of management authority of community-based or municipal-
based Protected Areas (PAs) to LGUS. EcoGov can encourage a move towards a
‘collaborative governance’ model. This would involve DENR-BFAR-DILG cooperation, as
well as consultations within the emerging “CTI Partners” group.
There is a need to find ways to engage the national DA-BFAR within EcoGov. What are
opportunities for stronger partnership after phase out of the Fisheries Improved for
Sustainable Harvests (FISH) project? EcoGov can continue its efforts to reach out to DA-
BFAR. Recent work on mariculture park planning in IBRA 9 may attract interest. Perhaps a
joint EcoGov-FISH as part of their close out would be appropriate. This would help define
opportunities for stronger EcoGov-DENR-BFAR collaboration.
Urban and Environmental Management (UEM)
What TA can EcoGov provide to LGUs outside its main focus areas? EcoGov will no longer
be providing intensive TA to these LGUs. TA will focus on very specific concerns such as
SLF design/implementation/management, cost recovery and ring fencing, PPP, social
marketing. We expect the PLGUs to provide the needed assistance on the more regular SWM
operations of LGUs (composting, waste segregation IEC, enforcement).
Can EcoGov extend assistance to LGUs to include closure of open dumpsites? The project
may not be able to cover all assisted LGUs. EcoGov will provide technical advice to LGUs
which are being assisted in SLF development or those which may require a different
technology or solution, e.g., with dumpsites located in steep slopes or ravines.
How can EMB support (national and regional) be strengthened? Until EMB is able to
increase its field staff and secure enough resources to support field operations, it will
continue to be constrained in providing support to EcoGov or other initiatives. That is why
we are harnessing the resources of the PLGUs and developing their capability so they can
augment the resources of the EMB. The DENR/EMB will have to recognize the potential
role of PLGUs and initiate partnership with them.
Governance and Advocacy
In the area of solid waste management, there is a need to review the capacity of the National
Solid Waste Management Commission to handle the review and approval of local solid waste
management plans and their implementation. Only one ISWM plan has been approved since
the passage of RA 9003 and the issuance of its IRR and there are 24 such plans pending the
review of the Commission.
How will the ENR financing initiative continue if DENR is perceived as a regulatory body?
Efforts to promote ENR financing should be “business driven” to the extent possible. This
implies that the LGUs should be at the forefront in trying to identify and access various

sources of financing. EcoGov can make efforts to expand the technical working group to
include wider participation, particularly from the private sector and the financial community.
In order to promote a collaborative governance model, that will include all the actors and
stakeholders within the governance system, special efforts should be made to reach out to
industry and business, with a view to increasing private sector participation. In addition to
awareness creation, there could be engagement in the form of:
Leveraging of funding for conservation efforts

Joint efforts to incorporate conservation guidelines into industry / business supply chains
Joint efforts to adopt environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance practices
in project-based lending and investment by financial institutions
Creation of high value partnerships and conservation leadership for industry / business

2. DETAILED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT BY CONTRACT LINE ITEM NUMBER
2.1 Improved Forest Management
The long-term objective of the FFM Sector is to reduce illegal logging and the conversion of
forest lands into other land uses. In the short term, the objective is to place open-access areas
under tenure and to improve management of forest lands already under tenure or government
allocation instruments. Strategies to achieve these objectives will directly contribute to the
DENR national target of rehabilitating, developing, protecting, and conserving forest lands
and water bodies (DENR Major Final Output or MFO 2, Objective Verifiable Indicator or
OVI 2.1), and placing forest lands under sustainable resource management or tenure
instruments (DENR MFO 2, OVI 2.2).
The fundamental strategy of EcoGov in FFM is to solidify and broaden incentives for
improved forest management at the LGU and tenure holder levels. We complement this with
advocacy, awareness campaigns, support for enforcement mechanisms, investment
promotion, and monitoring and evaluation. EcoGov promotes partnerships between DENR
and LGUs in jointly preparing or implementing FLUPs or co-management agreements with
local stakeholders and communities.
Under the EcoGov five-year Life of Project (LoP) Work Plan, the FFM Sector has two main
objectives:
o improve the management of at least 254,670 hectares of natural forests, and
o develop at least 14,000 hectares of bare forest lands.
Both objectives contribute to poverty alleviation and indirectly confront illegal logging,
timber poaching, and forest conversion. They ultimately contribute to conservation of
biodiversity, food security and climate change mitigation and adaptation. For Year 5, the
FFM Sector aimed to place at least 20,795 hectares of natural forests under improved
management.
FFM Accomplishments – Nationwide
The provinces where EcoGov works contain roughly 31 percent of the country’s total area of
natural forests of 6.8 million hectares—mossy, old growth, closed, and open canopy
secondary forests, mixed forests, and mangroves (refer to the table below). The current work
with the DENR and partner municipal LGUs in implementing their approved forest land use
plans (FLUPs) will improve management of about 28 percent of the total area of natural
forests in these EcoGov-assisted provinces and regions. By assisting tenure holders in these
LGUs, the project has contributed to improving the management of 262,092 hectares of
natural forests in tenured areas of EcoGov-assisted LGUs, representing 103% of the FFM
Sector 5-year LOP target. Almost all the EcoGov-supported LGUs are located in KBAs or at
least drain to marine KBAs. Forty percent of the provinces where EcoGov is active also
support thirteen watershed forest reserves of which three are important in terms of hydro
power generation.

Table 3. Total Area (in hectares) of Natural Forests in EcoGov-Assisted LGUs, KBAs and
Watershed Forest Reserves Covered
Natural Nat. Forests in Nat. Forests

Forests in Tenured Areas Under Tenure
EcoGov- in EcoGov- Meeting
Natural Assisted Assisted “Improved Watershed Forest
City/Province Forests1 LGUs2 LGUs3 Mgm’t” KBAs Covered Reserves Covered
Basilan 98,871 4,623 1,728 253 Basilan Nat. Biotic Area
Zamboanga Sibugay 82,056 4,294 283 Drains to Sibugay bay (MKBA)
Zamboanga City 40,845 958 Pasonanca Natural Park Pasonanca watershed
Lanao del Sur 20,000 Lake Lanao KBA Lake Lanao watershed
Total W. Mindanao 221,772 29,875 1,728 253
Lanao del Sur 213,077 12,412 13,186 902 Mt. Piagayungan KBA
Maguindanao 73,511 Drains to Illana bay
Shariff Kabunsuan 24,000 7,700 Drains to Illana bay (MKBA) Dimapatoy watershed
Davao City 99,248 10,544 11,286 Mt. Apo Natural Park
Davao del Sur 7,905 Mt. Apo Natural Park
North Cotabato 152,818 16,237 13,176 4,093 Mt. Apo Natural Park
South Cotabato 125,256
Sultan Kudarat 135,770 24,408 3,279 5,621 Mt. Daguma Range Kabulnan river watershed
Saranggani 148,316 103,813 51,859 56,422 Mt. Busa-Kiamba and Mt. Latian
KBA
Total for South Central
947,996 199,319 57,115 51,007
Mindanao
Bohol 11,460 628 404 404 Talibon Protected Landscape
and Seascape
Cebu 9,220 1,991 3,221 1,991 Nug-as and Mt. Lantoy KBA Argao watershed forest
reserve
Negros Oriental 30,900 12,443 11,408 8,063 Southwestern Negros KBA and
Cuernos de Negros KBA
Total C. Visayas 51,580 15,062 11,795 10,458
Isabela 403,120 Northern Sierra Madre Nat. Park
Nueva Vizcaya 169,270 129,751 81,983 60,242 Casecnan Protected Landscape Dupax watershed; Casecnan
river watershed; Magat
watershed
Quirino 128,380 168,142* 137,526 90,633 Quirino Protected Landscape
Aurora 217,140 54,203 4,134 25,708 Aurora Memorial National Park Aurora watershed; Basal
and North Central Sierra Madre river watershed; Dibalo-
Mountains KBA Pingit-Zabali watershed;
Pacugao river watershed;
Diteki river watershed
Total for N. Luzon 917,910 352,096 176,822* 176,643
Total All Regions 2,139,258 596,352 286,952 262,092
(28% of (113% of LOP (103% of LOP
total nat. target) targets)
forests)
Note 1: Data for Mindanao were generated from the EcoGov 1 mapping study; data for other regions were taken from the 2004
Philippine Forestry Statistics and a FMB-NAMRIA forest assessment report.
Note 2: Only those with approved FLUPs are included in this column.
Note 3: Based on reported natural forests within tenure holdings that were inventoried for the tenure management assessment. Many
of the reported forests are yet for field validation. Only LGUs with approved FLUPs are included.

The major accomplishments of the FFM sector in Year 5 include the following:
Improved management of natural forests. As of September 30, 2009, the FFM Sector
achieved 135 percent of the 20,795 hectares Year 5 target on improved natural forest
management. This breakdown on biophysical targets is presented in the table below.
Assistance was provided to the Bugkalot CADT holder in Nueva Vizcaya and to the co-
management tenure holders in Upi, Shariff Kabunsuan and Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat
to help them meet key performance indicators for improved natural forest management.
Activities were focused on facilitating the signing of co-management agreements in Upi
and Bagumbayan, having approved resource management plans, crafting IPR policies,
ensuring implementation budgets and developing functional organizations. The high
biophysical accomplishment was due to the assistance provided to Upi, Shariff
Kabunsuan in testing ways to implement payment for environmental services (PES). Upi
was not originally included among the target areas but as the EcoGov team worked with
the LGU and the DENR in facilitating PES, the indicators for improved management of
natural forests were concurrently met.
Table 4. Accomplishment of Biophysical Targets
Targets (hectares) Accomplishments as of September 30, 2009

Indicators
LOP Year 5 Year 5 % Year 5 Cumulative % LOP
Natural Forest
254,670 20, 795 28,056 135% 262,092 103%
Management
Bare Forestland
14,000 - 32,097 229%
Development
Currently, a total of 45 tenure holders have been assisted in improving the management
of about 262,092 hectares of natural forests within their tenured areas, which is
equivalent to 103% of the 5-year FFM LOP target. This is expected to contribute
significantly to conserving biodiversity resources in these natural forests and in reducing
carbon emissions as the tenure holders have enhanced their organizational, financial and
technical capabilities in managing and protecting their allocated forest lands. Using the
USAID on line carbon calculator, the 28,056 hectares of natural forests placed under
improved management in Year 5 translates to a net carbon benefit of about 395,245 tons
of CO2 because of reduced emissions due to avoided deforestation and carbon
sequestration resulting from annual growth of these natural forests.
FLUP Assistance to LGUs and Scaling Up. The FFM team was originally directly
assisting 33 LGUs in forest land use planning. By the end of Year 5, the LGUs directly
assisted have increased to 43, as illustrated in the Table below. To expand further FLUP
assistance, the EcoGov team, with local DENR CENROs, PENROs and regional offices,
advocated with provincial LGUs to support FFM scaling up activities in non-EcoGov
assisted municipalities. Consequently, provincial technical working groups (TWGs)
composed of DENR and provincial LGU staff were organized in Northern Luzon, Central
Visayas, Southern and Central Mindanao and in Western Mindanao. The assistance
provided by the TA team, with these provincial TWGs, resulted in an additional five
FLUPs legitimized and the scaling up of forest land use planning process in an additional
27 municipalities in various regions. The training costs for these scaling up

municipalities are being met jointly by the provincial and municipal LGUs, with the
DENR and EcoGov providing technical guidance and quality control of outputs. The
number of LGUs with legitimized FLUPs has now increased to 38 covering 395,377
hectares of natural forests (see Table 5). FLUPs help LGUs adapt to climate change as
they identify appropriate zones within forest lands such as those for protection of
watersheds that supply water to various agricultural areas.
Table 5. LGUs Assisted in Forest Land Use Planning
Regions Directly Assisted LGUs Scaling Up LGUs

N. Luzon 8 10
C. Visayas 12 5
South-Central Mindanao 16 8
Western Mindanao 7 4
Total 43 27
Table 6. Legitimized FLUPs in Ecogov Regions
Total Total Total Natural Total Bare

Legitimized Forestlands Forests Forestlands
Region FLUPs (ha) (ha) (ha)
Northern Luzon 10 382,892 247,174 107,096
Central Visayas 12 133,694 15,062 90,962
South Central 12 413,334 124,382 153,483
Mindanao
Western Mindanao 4 68,501 8,759 41,020
Total 38 998,421 395,377 392,561
FLUP Implementation. With guidance from DENR and the EcoGov TA team, LGUs
continue to implement their legitimized FLUPs. Processing of tenure instruments in
“open access” forest lands led to the signing of four additional co-management
agreements having a total area of 49,329 hectares of forest lands, bringing the total
number of signed co-management agreements to 29 covering 79,538 hectares of natural
forests (refer to Table 7 ). At the same time, recognition of individual property rights
(IPRs) of actual claimants within communal tenured areas is ongoing with 312 new IPRs
signed in Year 5 covering 945 hectares. With signed co-management agreements, LGUs
are now actively involved in managing forests and forestlands within their territorial
jurisdiction, allocating funds to finance site development and enforcement activities.
Seventeen LGUs in Central Visayas and in South Central Mindanao have reportedly
hired a total of 293 forest wardens with 64 deputized forest protection officers. These
personnel are now assisting DENR in forest enforcement to help reduce incidence of
illegal logging. Reports by six LGUs in Mindanao on confiscations of illegally cut logs
and lumber are estimated at 38,500 bd. ft. valued at about US$14,000 in 2009 alone.
LGUs, particularly those in water deficient regions such as Central Visayas, have also
taken initiatives in rehabilitating selected watersheds. Three LGU identified priority
watersheds in Negros Oriental are being developed to ensure sustainable supply of water
both for drinking/domestic use and for agriculture. Bayawan has planted 140 hectares of

water production areas with
permanent crops (coconut, mango,
coffee with kakawate hedges).
These areas which were previously
covered with grasses are also being
protected from fire with the
establishment of 2 km firelines.
Similarly, 40 hectares of land was
also planted to forest and fruit trees
within the Tindog Bato watershed
in Bais City which covers a total
forestlands area of 3,818 hectares.
Likewise, 28 hectares of the 4,806
hectares Pacuan watershed were Bayawan City in Negros Oriental has started rehabilitating water
developed into agroforestry in La production areas supplying water to the city by planting hedgerows
of kalawate interplanted with coconut, mango and other fruit trees.
Libertad, Negros Oriental. (Photo by Joel Baterna).
Overall, a total of 493 hectares of
forestlands were developed in 2009 as other LGUs assisted upland farmers develop
portions of their co-managed areas which serve as local sources of water for local
communities. Among these LGUs are Kiamba, Sarangani (50 hectares); Wao, Lanao del
Sur (50 hectares); Upi, Maguindanao (45 hectares); Lebak, Sultan Kudarat (80 hectares);
and Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat (60 hectares).
Table 7. Co-Management Areas in EcoGov Assisted LGUs (number and hectares)
Total Co- Total Total Natural Total Bare

Management Forestlands Forests Forestlands
Region Agreements (ha) (ha) (ha)
Northern Luzon 1 4,995 2,015 2,054
Central Visayas 12 65,245 11,391 53,824
Southern and Central
Mindanao 12 155,281 63,244 44,265
Western Mindanao 4 20,553 2,888 15,295
TOTAL 29 246,074 79,538 115,438
LGU - FFM Financing. In 2009, EcoGov- assisted LGUs have allocated funds for
forest and forestlands management amounting to Php 85,720,000.00 (USD 1,824,000.00).
Previously-supported LGUs have almost doubled their FFM allocations compared to
2008 (from Php27.1 million to Php 42.4 million or USD 577,148.00 to USD 902,489.00)
while newly assisted LGUs allocated Php 3.8 million or USD 82,021.00 in 2009.
Meanwhile, provincial LGUs have significantly increased their FFM allocations from
USD132,021.00 (Php 6.2 million) in 2008 to USD 839,319.00 (Php 39.4 million) in
2009, as they support scaling up of FLUP formulation and site development activities of
municipalities. It is interesting to note that LGU budget to support FFM implementation
has steadily increased during the last four years, reaching a total of Php 171,929,560.00
or USD 3,658,075.00 (as presented in the Table below). Most of the budget support was
dedicated to the the establishment, operations, and overhead of the Municipal

Environment and Natural Resources Offices (MENROs) or City Environment and
Natural Resources Offices (CENROs); contributions for completing resource
management plans of community tenure holders; formulation of, and consultations on
IPR policy; provision of social infrastructure such as farm-to-market roads and nurseries;
procurement of planting materials; and enforcement activities.
Table 8. LGU FFM Allocations
Budget (Pesos) per year

LGUs 2006 2007 2008 2009
Mun. LGUs 25,390,500 21,243,060 27,126 46,272,000*
Prov’l LGUs 575,000 5,670,000 6,205,000 39,448,000
Total 25,965,500 26,913,060 33,331,000 85,720,000
* Php 42,417,000.00 ((USD 577,148) were allocated by EcoGov assisted LGUs in 2008 while Php
3,855,000.00 (USD 82,021)were allocations of newly assisted LGUs in 2009.
To sustain FFM financing, the FFM Sector is also testing alternative financing systems,
such as public-private partnership, payment for environmental services and creation of
FFM special accounts in selected LGUs.
Public and private investments. Public-private partnership in FFM development is

progressing well in South-Central Mindanao. Platinum Rubber Development, Inc.,
Nestle Philippines and the Fiber Industries Development Authority (FIDA) are investing
for the development of rubber, coffee, and abaca-based farms in this area. PLATINUM,
which signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) last year with the LGU of Kiamba
and the CBFM PO, continue to provide quality planting materials and technical
assistance in developing rubber-based farms and committing to buy rubber latex at
mutually agreed market prices. Nestle Philippines conducts coffee specialist training for
DENR staff and EcoGov-assisted LGU extension workers, including CBFM PO officers,
in Sarangani Province, Sultan Kudarat and North Cotabato to encourage coffee based
farming in these areas. Concurrently, the FIDA is conducting training on abaca planting
and processing technologies for LGU staff and IPR holders. The LGUs on the other
hand, especially in Sarangani Province, are investing in access roads leading to
production areas, as specified in the FLUP, and in providing planting materials to IPR
holders. These agroforestry development initiatives supported by the government and
private sector provide alternative income sources for local communities, which has the
effect of slowly helping them shift away from illegal forest harvesting activities, and
improving their ability to adapt to negative impacts of climate change. In Kiamba,
Sarangani for instance, about 110 IPR holders have started to harvest abaca fibers planted
underneath second growth and sub-marginal forests, earning for each IPR holder,
additional income ranging from Php 1,800.00 to Php 2,300.00 per month (USD 38-50 per
month).
Payment for Environmental Services. Activities leading to the implementation of PES

in Dimapatoy watershed are in progress. The TWG validated on the ground, and
finalized the proposed land uses for Dimapatoy which will be the basis for calculating
PES rates to actual occupants of the watershed. Farm planning by IPR holders were also

initiated and some of them had signed conservation agreements with the Steering
Committee for the rehabilitation of their allocated forest lands.
FFM Special Accounts. The EcoGov team also assisted selected LGUs in setting up co-
management special accounts as a mechanism to “ring fence” LGU allocated funds for
FFM, and other funds generated from the use of forest resources such as in recognizing
IPRs. This special account will ensure that collections from the use of forest lands are
ploughed back into forest development activities. As a result of EcoGov assistance,
LGUs Talibon and San Miguel, Bohol are now implementing the approved co-
management financial guidelines for the special account. Other LGUs, such as Bayawan
City, Sta. Catalina, Negros Oriental and Alcoy, Cebu are still in the process of enacting
their ordinance for the creation of FFM special accounts and the corresponding co-
management financial guidelines.
Policy support. EcoGov assisted the DENR in crafting key policies designed to improve
management of forests and forestlands and conserve biodiversity. The TA team
participated in the review of the SFMA which to date is still in Congress. EcoGov also
participated in various CBFM policy forum/ consultation meetings hosted by the FMB.
Here, significant inputs were provided to proposed CBFM policies, such as rejecting a
proposal to set limits (in terms of area) to CBFM sites and limiting PO membership in
CBFM to those actually residing inside delineated CBFM areas. These proposed
measures are contrary to basic CBFM concepts that the nature of community use of forest
resources is an important parameter in defining the extent of CBFM sites and the
beneficiaries. On various occasions, the FFM team was invited to share its experiences in
forest land use planning in relation to the implementation of DENR upland development
program. During the FMB ExeCom meeting on 19 June 2009, where the FFM Sector
Leader was invited as a resource person, the FMB Director expressed appreciation on the
value of FLUP as a mechanism to encourage LGU and private sector investment in forest
lands management and development. Forestry divisions concerned were instructed to
study how the upland development program could leverage funding from the LGUs and
the private sector through the FLUP process in combination with other policy measures.
EcoGov assisted in formulating the revised implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of
the National Integrated Protected Area System (NIPAS) Act of 1992, which was signed
on 24 December 2008 as DENR Administrative Order (DAO) No. 2008-26. This policy
was widely disseminated in a forum partly supported by EcoGov, and attended by the
DENR Secretary, where the provisions of the DAO were discussed. Through policy
discussions last year with PAWB and FMB, EcoGov was able to incorporate good
environmental governance practices in DAO 2008-26. Among others things, the revised
IRR has simplified the management zoning of protected areas, created the integrated
protected area fund (IPAF) at the site level, and promotes more transparent and
participatory process in resource management planning and approval.
The EcoGov team continued to work with LGUs and the DENR CENROs in formulating
ordinances that support effective management of forests and forestlands. This includes

recognition of individual property rights and establishment of FFM special accounts
among others.
Mainstreaming FFM Processes. Mainstreaming of FFM into DENR and LGUs was
initiated in Year 5 through documentation of sound practices, development of knowledge
products and training of DENR and provincial LGU staff. Field documentations were
completed in Talibon, Bohol; Bayawan, Negros Oriental; Kiamba, Sarangani and Diffun,
Quirino. This is now being packaged into a source book of sound practices in forests and
forestland management which may be used as reference materials by other LGUs. In
addition, a mapping guidebook and a training guide on FLUP formulation were prepared.
These materials were used in training the provincial TWGs in FLUP preparation for
scaling up FLUP in non-EcoGov assisted LGUs. A simplified handbook on forestry
offenses was also drafted to serve as reference and guide of forestry enforcement
personnel in determining forestry offenses and the corresponding evidences necessary for
filing of cases against violators of forestry laws and regulations.
The “ridge to reef” (R2R) framework or integrated ecosystems management (IEM)

planning is also being mainstreamed into the DENR and other foreign assisted projects
such as the Environment and Natural Resources Management Program (ENRMP) project
funded by the World Bank and the GTZ funded Panay and Negros Community Based
Forest Management Project (CBFMP). Integrated Ecosystem Management (IEM)
planning is now included in the training curriculum of DENR-CENRO Managers while
GTZ has included in its policy, FLUP or a commitment to prepare FLUP, as one of the
requirements before an LGU can avail assistance from GTZ.
At the provincial level, EcoGov pilot tested a watershed-based, and asset-focused

provincial forestry master planning in Quirino. The plan, which was already completed,
identifies the different management zones within the forest lands of the province and
provides the framework for managing its forest resources. It is expected to guide LGUs
in locating infrastructures to production and multiple use areas to encourage private
sector investments. The plan and its accompanying processes will provide a model for
demonstrating the importance of the forestry sector in terms of enhancing the ecological
services of forests and forestlands (such as supporting irrigation systems) and supporting
the production and development goals of LGUs (such as the need for wood raw
materials). The team also assisted the provincial LGU of Sarangani complete its draft
provincial environment code. The draft code has been reviewed by the legal specialist
and is now with the provincial TWG for revision.
FFM Accomplishments – Northern Luzon
The Northern Luzon FFM team assisted the Bugkalot CADT holder in Dupax del Sur,
Nueva Vizcaya improve the management of 16,996 hectares of natural forests within the
CADT area. They were assisted in formulating their ancestral domain sustainable
development and protection plan (ADSDPP), secure funding assistance from the LGUs
and the NCIP for plan implementation, adopt IPR policies and improve their traditional
organization to be more functional.

The watershed-based, and asset-focused Provincial Forestry Master Plan of Quirino was
finalized and endorsed by the Provincial Development Council to the Sangguniang
Panlalawigan for its adoption and legitimization. This plan identifies the different
management zones within forest lands of the province and covers four priority areas on
biodiversity conservation, water production, wood production and nature- based tourism.
It provides the framework for managing forest resources of the province and is expected
to guide LGUs in locating infrastructures to production and multiple use areas to
encourage private sector investments. . The plan provides a model for demonstrating the
importance of the forestry sector in terms of enhancing the ecological services of forests
and forestlands (such as supporting irrigation systems) and supporting the production and
development goals of LGUs (such as the need for wood raw materials of the furniture
industries).
A para-legal training on forestry law enforcement for members of the Nueva Vizcaya
Multi-sectoral Forest Protection Committee was co-organized and conducted on 4-5
December 2008 by the DENR, EcoGov, and the Enterprise Works World Wide-
Philippines. The 33 trainees, including the MENROs of Nueva Vizcaya, were oriented on
the Local Government Code, the DILG- DENR Joint Memo Circulars on FFM and in
conducting arrests, seizure and detention of violators of environmental laws. With this
training DENR and the provincial LGU hope to improve enforcement of forestry laws
and ultimately reduce illegal cutting of forests in the province.
IPR agreements were awarded to 120 families in Dumabel, Aglipay, Quirino covering
282 hectares. Planting of agroforestry crops has started in these IPR areas.
The Quirino PLGU conducted its joint FLUP implementation assessment workshop with
the DENR on 15 December 2008 with facilitation by EcoGov and the inter-institutional
management team (IIMT) of the province. The workshop assessed the status of FLUP
implementation among the forested LGUs of Diffun, Cabarroguis, Aglipay, Maddela and
Nagtipunan with a view to improving implementation in succeeding years.
Scaling up of FLUP formulation in Nueva Vizcaya, Aurora, Cagayan, and San Mariano,
Isabela is in progress. The Nueva Vizcaya Consortium for Forest and Forestland
Management (NVCFFM) conducted FLUP orientation and action planning for
Villaverde, Ambaguio, Bayombong, Dupax Norte and Kayapa. The FLUP of Aritao was
also finalized by the Municipal TWG and formally submitted to the DENR which was
finally approved by the Regional Executive Director. Meanwhile the Provincial ENRO of
Aurora continues to monitor completion by the municipal TWG of the draft strategies
and forestland allocation in Maria Aurora, San Luis, Dinalungan, and Dilasag while
situational analyses were completed in Penablanca, Cagayan and San Mariano, Isabela.

FFM Accomplishments – Central Visayas
As part of the FLUP implementation process, LGUs in Central Visayas continue to

process individual property rights (IPR) agreements of actual claimants within their co-
management sites. In Year 5, ninety (90) IPR agreements were signed in Bayawan,
Negros Oriental and in Talibon Bohol covering 284 hectares while in other LGUs (Bais
City, Sta. Catalina, La Libertad, Dalaguete and Alcoy) claims mapping, farm planning
and processing of IPR documents are still in progress. These IPR holders/ claimants have
started to develop their individual claims, planting perennial crops such as coffee,
coconuts, mango and other fruit trees provided by the LGUs. In Bais City for instance,
40 hectares were planted to fruit and forest trees within the Tindog-Bato sub-watershed
while in La Libertad 28 hectares were developed into agro-forestry within the Pacuan
sub-watershed. Bayawan has planted 140 hectares of identified water production areas
with permanent crops (eg coconut, mango, coffee with kakawate hedges).
Aside from site development, EcoGov also advocated for LGU support to forest
protection. As a result, nine LGUs in Central Visayas have organized Bantay Gubat
teams who conduct patrol works in forestlands of their municipalities. These LGUs have
hired 272 forest wardens/ guards who assist DENR in forest law enforcement to reduce
incidence of illegal cutting and forest conversion activities.
Technical assistance was provided to Talibon and San Miguel, Bohol and Bayawan, La
Libertad and Sta. Catalina, Negros Oriental in enacting ordinance creating a co-
management special account and the corresponding co-management financial guidelines.
Talibon and San Miguel, in Bohol Province are now implementing the approved co-
management financial guidelines intended to “ring fence” funds generated from the
issuance of IPR agreements and the FFM allocations of LGUs. Sta. Catalina and La
Libertad in Negros Oriental were able to pass the ordinance creating the special accounts,
although the financial guidelines are still under deliberation by the Sangguniang Bayan.
The Sangguniang Panglungsod of Bayawan is also reviewing its proposed ordinance
creating a co-management special account.
The DENR FLUP Technical Assistance teams created last year at the Regional Office
and the provinces of Cebu, Bohol, and Negros Oriental is actively involved in scaling up
FLUP formulation in the region. With guidance from the EcoGov FFM team, FLUP
orientation was conducted on 3 June 2009 by local DENR staff, for the LGUs of Danao,
Clarin and Pilar in Bohol. As a result of this activity, a memorandum of agreement for
FLUP formulation was drafted, where the LGUs agreed to allocate funds with DENR
providing technical assistance. An orientation on FLUP planning process was also given
to the Carood Watershed Mgt Council by the DENR 7 Regional and Provincial FLUP TA
team in coordination with the PLGU of Bohol. In Cebu, a MOA was signed between the
DENR and Moalboal LGU for joint FLUP formulation while community profiling and
mapping is in progress in Oslob, one of the scaling up LGUs in the province, as well as in
Ayungon and Bindoy, Negros Oriental. Oslob also signed a co-management agreement
with DENR on 20 May 2009 for the management of the 29 hectares Sumilon Island as an
ecotourism site. In addition, members of the FLUP TWG of Valencia, Negros Oriental

have started to draft sections of the FLUP document while the FLUP TWG of Sibulan,
Negros Oriental finalized the Municipal FLUP and presented it to the SB. The latter
adopted the plan on 5 November 2008, and forwarded it with the co-management and
joint implementation agreement to the PNOC for signing. This is because the forestlands
are within the Palinpinon geothermal reserve.
The forest land use plans of Bayawan, Sta. Catalina and La Libertad are now being used
by the LGUs in preparing project proposals for funding by other donors. The FFM team
assisted these LGUs in drafting proposals which were submitted to GTZ for funding agro
forestry activities of IPR holders and improvement of ‘farm to market’ roads.
FFM Accomplishments – Southern and Central Mindanao
The EcoGov team assisted Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat and Upi, Shariff Kabunsuan
improve the management of their natural forests. Assistance to these LGUs helped
signing of co-management agreements with the DENR, formulate resource management
plans, initiate IPR recognition, allocate budget and create functional FFM organizational
structure. Eleven thousand and sixty (11,060) hectares of natural forests within their co-
management areas were placed under improved management. The co-management
agreements of Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat and Upi, Maguindanao were signed on 18
May 2009.
Activities leading to the completion and approval of FLUPs in several LGUs in

Sarangani Province and in ARMM were pursued in 2009. The joint FLUP
implementation MOA of Bagumbayan and Upi were signed by the DENR and the LGU
on 18 May 2009. The FLUP of Malungon was legitimized by the SB on 10 March 2009,
while the FLUP of Malapatan was endorsed by the barangay captains and the CADT
holder to the MDC. Meantime, the FLUPs of Glan, Alabel, Magpet, Sta. Cruz and
Bansalan are in various stages of data collection, mapping and drafting of the plan.
However, FLUPs in several LGUs in ARMM such as those of Datu Odin Sinsuat, Shariff
Aguak and Datu Unsay are being delayed due to peace and order problems in these areas.
Recognition of individual property rights in Sarangani, Shariff Kabunsuan and Lanao del
Sur is on going. Fifty-five (55) new IPR agreements were signed in Kiamba, Sarangani
covering 264 hectares. In Wao, Lanao del Sur 32 IPR agreements were signed with an
estimated area of 70 hectares while in Upi, Shariff Kabunsuan, 15 IPRs were issued
covering 45 hectares. These IPR holders have started to develop their individual claims,
with 285 hectares planted to rubber, coffee, coconut and other forest and fruit trees in
Lebak and Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat; Wao, Lanao del Sur, Kiamba, Sarangani and
Upi, Shariff Kabunsuan. In Kiamba, Sarangani, about 110 IPR holders have started to
harvest abaca planted underneath second growth forests and brushlands, earning
additional income ranging from USD 38-50 per month.
Forest protection and law enforcement was also given attention by the LGUs in South-
Central Mindanao to reduce incidence of illegal logging and forest conversion. Six
LGUs in the region hired 57 forest guards and designated 25 deputized forest protection
officers to help DENR in forest law enforcement. The efforts of these forest protection

officers resulted in the confiscation in 2009 of an estimated 38,526 bd. ft of illegally cut
logs and lumber valued at USD 14,000.00. In addition, the provincial LGU of Sarangani,
with the DENR-PENRO, conducted a forest protection and law enforcement seminar on
19 August 2009 for 50 participants (of which 10 were female) from CBFM POs and
barangay officials to enhance their understanding of forest laws and regulations and their
skills in forest protection and law enforcement.
LGU partnership with the private sector (Nestle Philippines and Platinum Rubber
Development Corporation) and other government agencies, such as the Fiber Industries
Development Authority (FIDA), in developing IPR areas continue to expand in the
region. Nestle’s assistance to EcoGov-assisted LGUs now includes Malungon, Alabel,
Malapatan, Glan in addition to Wao, Upi, Bagumbayan, Magpet Senator Ninoy Aquino,
Lebak, Kalamansig, Kiamba, Maasim and Kidapawan City. Nestle personnel continue to
conduct training and on-site coaching to coffee technicians in EcoGov-assisted LGUs (at
no cost). Similarly, Platinum Rubber Development Corporation and FIDA have expanded
their assistance, providing training to LGU staff and PO officers in rubber and coffee-
based agroforestry farming.
Validation and updating of the proposed land uses of Dimapatoy watershed was
completed in 2009. Claims mapping and farm planning were undertaken and initially, 15
IPR agreements were signed by the Steering Committee. Conservation agreements were
also signed by six IPR holders for the protection and rehabilitation of portions of
Dimapatoy watershed in exchange for planting material support from the municipal LGU.
The draft management plan of Mt. Apo Natural Park (MANP) was completed and
deliberated by the Natural Resource Committee of PAMB on 26 June 2009. The
committee endorsed the plan to PAMB and the PAMB EXECOM approved the draft
management plan on 25 August 2009 subject to inclusion of the suggested revisions
proposed by the PAMB members. The plan has harmonized the various management
zones and prescriptions of MANP with the proposed zones of the CADT holders and
other stakeholders in the protected area.
With assistance from FFM TA team, the TWG members of Sarangani Province have
produced the final draft of the Environment Code. This draft will be subjected to a final
review by the TWG, with support from the EcoGov Legal Specialist, prior to submission
to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan.
FFM Accomplishments – Western Mindanao
Completion of FLUPs in target LGUs was given focus in Western Mindanao. With
facilitation by the FFM TA in Western Mindanao, the FLUPs of R.T. Lim and Tungawan
in Zamboanga Sibugay were finally legitimized by respective Sangguniang Bayans in
June 2009 and May 2009. Their joint FLUP implementation MOAs were also signed by
the Regional Executive Director (RED) of DENR during this period. In addition, the co-
management agreement of R.T. Lim for the unallocated forest lands in its municipality
was signed by the RED in August 2009 while Tungawan is still negotiating with DENR

for the signing of their co-management agreement. The IPR ordinance was also enacted
in Tungawan for its mangrove co-management area.
In Lanao del Sur, community profiling is ongoing in all barangays of Bubong. The
provincial TWG with guidance from the EcoGov FFM Specialist of Western Mindanao is
providing technical assistance to the municipal TWG in undertaking this activity. In
addition, the Al Khalifa MOA between the provincial LGU and the DENR is being
reviewed by DENR ARMM.
Scaling up of FLUP formulation continues to progress in Zamboanga del Sur.

Community profiling and mapping are ongoing in Sominot, Lakewood and Tukuran
while Mahayag and Dumingag have started analyzing the profiles and maps as inputs in
drafting their FLUPs. DENR Region 9 conducted GIS training among these LGUs to
improve their skills in mapping and overlay analysis.
Orientation has been conducted for key members of the DENR Region 9 Coastal
Management Division to review the mechanics, standards, and procedures for facilitating
co-management of mangroves. In addition, the provincial FFM TWG of Zamboanga del
Sur conducted an orientation for MLGU Midsalip which has expressed interest in FLUP.
Lessons in FFM: Year 5 in Perspective
EcoGov success and effectiveness are very much anchored on the support of local
champions. Experience shows that there are articulate and influential persons in the LGU
and other sectors who could champion the cause of environment and generate support
decision-making and action. The position and location of these champions vary from one
LGU to another. They could be individuals, groups of individuals, or institutions that
enable individuals. In some places it is the Mayor. In others, it is the MENRO or MPDC.
Still in others, it is the SB or SP Committee Chairperson on Environment. Others are with
local NGO, Academe, etc. If these champions happen to be the Governor or the Mayor,
the probability of successful project implementation will be increased or accelerated.
Given this observation, it is important to devote quality time to cultivate meaningful
relations with the Mayors/Local Chief Executives. This would consist of courtesy calls,
regular briefing updates, and invitations to participate wherever possible.
Learning sites are valuable in disseminating sound practices in FFM. These learning sites
that are usually LGU- based are in themselves technology centers from which other
LGUs can learn approaches, methods and standards towards good environmental
governance.
DENR can augment their own achievements by complementing resources with other
agencies/organizations. EcoGov experiences indicate that by partnering with LGUs,
private investors and other stakeholders, these groups can allocate resources which could
contribute to improving the management of forests and forestlands, among others. The
resources may not all be financial, but also in the form of technical assistance and

improved technology in production, such as the case of Platinum Rubber Development
Corp. Others came in the form of material support, logistics, etc.
It is strategic to work with Provincial LGUs in scaling up FLUP formulation and

implementation. Provincial LGUs have oversight responsibilities over their constituent
LGUs. Working with them and through them in scaling up FFM technical assistance
proved to be strategic as the PLGUs started to allocate additional funds and personnel
which complemented the resources of municipal LGUs and those of DENR to facilitate
FFM activities.
A participatory and transparent FLUP formulation process following the R2R framework
is a good entry point to engage LGUs in forest management. This process provides a
framework where LGUs are able to relate food production, raw material requirements of
basic industries and other LGU priorities such as water sources, to forestry issues/
concerns and activities. It also guides LGUs to locate basic infrastructures such as roads,
to production zones to encourage private sector investments in forestry.
Clear property rights and accountability as provided by the co-management and IPR
agreements is encouraging public-private partnership in the development of forests and
forestlands. This has been demonstrated in Kiamba and in the entire Sarangani province,
where Platinum Rubber Development Corporation, Nestle Philippines and FIDA have
partnered with the LGUs in developing rubber, coffee and abaca - based farms of IPR
holders.
Implementation Problems and Proposed Resolution
Continuous rains in Mindanao resulted in flooding of some areas such as those in Upi,
Shariff Kabunsuan; Cotabato City and Bubong, Lanao del Sur. Because of this, FFM
planned activities in these areas were delayed. The TWG had to re-schedule some of the
activities in the action plan.
The competing interests of key stakeholders in Mt. Apo Natural Park have delayed
approval of the draft management plan. NGOs, CADT holders, NCIP, LGUs and DENR
were proposing revisions to the draft plan which at times are in conflict with each other.
Patience was important in balancing/managing the concerns of stakeholders, while
adhering to the principles of participation, transparency and accountability in the process
of building consensus on key components of the management plan.
Most LGUs reported a reduction in their internal revenue allocation (IRA). Because of
this, they could not fully implement the programmed activities in their FLUP. Thus,
LGUs are looking for other sources of funds to support FFM implementation. In
Sarangani for instance, the LGUs are establishing partnership with private investors while
in central Visayas LGUs are establishing co-management funds. In Wao and the
Dimapatoy watershed, mechanism for implementing PES is being piloted.

Aside from funding constraints, the capabilities of LGU MENROs should be assessed.
Most of them are new to the field of environmental management and are highly
dependent on EcoGov for assistance. Focused capability enhancement training for
MENROs should be considered in the future.
Mainstreaming the FLUP process into the DENR and its scaling up in other non-EcoGov
regions remain a great challenge as demands for FLUP assistance from other LGUs
continues to increase. The DENR ability to respond to these requests is constrained by
the fact that it has very limited logistical support and staff who are adequately trained on
FLUP formulation. The FFM team is working on collaborating with NGOs (such as the
CFFQI) and other donor-funded projects, such as those of the GTZ, to mainstream the
process within the DENR and the LGUs. At the same time, there are ongoing discussions
for the organization of an FLUP assistance team within FMB which will train FLUP
assistance teams in the regions.
The unstable peace and order condition in many parts of Mindanao such as in Basilan,
Sarangani, and Lanao del Sur continue to limit the activities in FFM. Field validation of
the proposed land uses in Dimapatoy watershed, FLUP community profiling, forest
protection and enforcement activities and claims mapping could hardly be implemented
by the LGUs for security reasons. With this situation, FFM field staff are required to
frequently check intelligence information from local counterparts and carefully schedule
field activities as appropriate.

2.2 Improved Coastal Resources Management
EcoGov work in Coastal Resources Management (CRM) addresses critical threats to coastal
areas in the Philippines, including overfishing and destructive fishing practices. The
objectives of increasing the coverage of coastal area under improved management,
particularly through the MPA establishment and strengthening of existing MPAs contribute
to DENR goals and USAID Strategic Objectives, especially in relation to biological diversity
conservation. Among the major contributions of EcoGov, are efforts in the Sulu and Celebes
Sea area which is located at the heart of what is referred to as the “Coral Triangle”. Overall,
the major focal areas for the CRM technical assistance constitute significant representation in
four of the six marine bio-geographic areas in the country. The learning sites in the focal
areas will be illustrative models of the synergistic benefits that can be derived from marine
biodiversity conservation and sustainable fisheries utilization, and how the scaling up of local
efforts will contribute to managing priority Marine Key Biodiversity Areas (MKBA) of the
Philippines.
The EcoGov CRM team works with municipal and provincial LGUs, the DENR and DA-
BFAR to improve the management of coastal resources and municipal fisheries. The focus is
on coastal law enforcement, combined with IEC to improve compliance in CRM laws,
fishery regulation, adaptive management of marine sanctuaries and networks, mangrove and
foreshore management, and management of other coastal zones. EcoGov technical assistance
strengthens the adaptive management and sustainability of coastal resources through
participatory monitoring and evaluation of coastal and fisheries resources. EcoGov has paved
the way for enhancing the CRM governance capabilities of LGUs and coastal communities
by establishing improved systems, through FTAP-enriched processes and standards.
EcoGov uses a baywide/ecosystem (e.g., island cluster) framework to build institutional

economies of scale and to be relevant in terms of biodiversity conservation and fisheries
production. This has been undertaken through inter-LGU alliances for coastal/fisheries law
enforcement, which have been established in Baler Bay, the Camotes Sea, and Illana Bay and
initiated in Sibuguey Bay. MPA networking is an important entry point to mainstream CRM
into the overall governance services of LGUs. Complementing this with the strengthening of
individual marine sanctuary management is an important grounding for inter-LGU efforts.
These approaches have allowed EcoGov not only to expand its impact, but also create the
enabling conditions and potential for financing and investments.
CRM Accomplishments -- Nationwide
As indicated in the presentations below, the CRM Sector has met and exceeded its Year 5
and total LOP targets for coastal areas under improved management, new marine
sanctuaries established and existing marine sanctuaries under improved management.
Central Visayas and Western Mindanao are the CRM focus regions. These regions
combined, account for more than 75% of the five-year accomplishments.

Table 9. Summary of CRM Targets and Accomplishments to 30 September 2009
Five-Year Accomplishments
Year 5 Target
Target Year 5 Five Years
Indicator 4: Coastal areas under improved management
106,700 ha 13,633 ha 18,301 ha (134%) 111,368 ha (104%)
Indicator 5: Number and hectares of new marine sanctuaries established

21 MPAs (105%);
1,362 ha (217%)
29 additional MPAs
were brought to the
20 sanctuaries LOP target achieved in Year 3 “established” level in
(627 ha) the process of
strengthening their
management.
Total: 50 MPAs
1,814 ha
Indicator 6: Number and hectares of existing marine sanctuaries under improved
management
50 sanctuaries 16 MPAs 16 MPAs (100%) 50 MPAs (100%);
2,500 ha 320 ha 530 ha (166%) 2,608 ha (104%).
Table 10. Regional Distribution of Accomplishments for the Period 2004-2009
Actual Number and Number and

Potential Hectares Hectares of Hectares of
Hectares for Under EcoGov 1 Existing Marine
Improved Improved Established Sanctuaries Under New Marine
Coastal Coastal Marine Improved Sanctuaries
Region Management Management Sanctuaries Management Established*
N. Luzon 63,317 31,430 2 56 2 114 2 300
C. Visayas 50,791 37,061 4 183 32 779 26 843
W. Mindanao 68,475 37,969 8 1,693 16 1,715 11 634
S. Mindanao 36,942 - - - - - 1 37
Total 219,525 111,368 14 1,932 50 2,608 50 1,814
Other CRM accomplishments included the formal establishment of three MPA networks
in Central Visayas: BATMan (Bindoy-Ayungon-Tayasan-Manjuyod in Negros Oriental),
DuGJan (Duero-Guindulman-Jagna in Bohol) and the Camotes Sea network. Overall,
five MPA networks have been formed by EcoGov. The other two network clusters are in
Illana Bay, formed in Year 4 under the umbrella of the Illana Bay Regional Alliance
(IBRA 9). There are 44 MPAs in the LGUs that compose the three Central Visayas
networks. Eleven of these have been brought to “strengthened” level. There remains a
significant number of MPAs that can potentially be improved through the networking
process that is being pursued by EcoGov in collaboration with the PLGUs, DENR and
BFAR.

EcoGov efforts in strengthening MPAs, MPA networks and inter-LGU alliances are
gaining recognition at national and regional levels. IBRA 9 and the Camotes Sea Coastal
Resource Management Council (CSCRMC) continue to be learning destinations and
sources of shared best practices in CRM in various forums. IBRA 9 is being used as a
model in inter-LGU collaboration in nearby Maligay and Dumaguillas Bay and has
become a destination for CRM study visits in Western Mindanao (e.g., Tawi-Tawi,
Ozamis). Five MPAs assisted by EcoGov were among the top nominees for the 2009
Best MPA Award given out by the MPA Support Network (MSN). The Pilar Municipal
Marine Park (Camotes Islands) was awarded 1st place while the Tambunan MPA of
Tabina (Zamboanga del Sur) won as second best MPA.
The CRM team continued its success in providing science-based technical assistance to
support local decision-making. Similar to the FISH BE effort in previous years, EcoGov
developed hydrodynamic and dispersion models in Davao Gulf and Illana Bay to support
the advocacy for ridge-to-reef planning and sustainable mariculture. The former showed
the extent of the impact of pollution flows into Davao Gulf, highlighting the relationship
and interdependence between land-based activities and coastal/marine resource
conservation. The latter model was developed to help the LGU of Dumalinao plan/zone
its proposed mariculture park, giving due consideration to the carrying capacity of the
area. Though local in application, the approach can very well be applied in planning other
mariculture parks in the country and has demonstrated concrete approaches for
developing sustainable mariculture guidelines and zoning plans.
EcoGov continued to support the Coral Triangle Initiative (CTI) and other initiatives that
relate to climate change adaptation. The CRM team periodically provided information on
activities that are relevant into the CTI National Plan of Action for the Philippines.
Selected EcoGov sites in Illana Bay, Davao Gulf and Camotes Islands are included in the
efforts to standardize MPA benchmarking and rating tools in support of this plan of
action. Efforts are expected to help pave the way for standardization of MPA assessment
and monitoring procedures and tools in the entire Coral Triangle region. EcoGov field
teams are collaborating with the DOST-funded Integrated Coastal Evaluation — Coastal
Research, Enhancement and Adaptive Management (ICE CREAM) Project in providing
orientation to LGUs on climate change adaptation in coastal areas and in establishing
permanent monitoring stations in Camotes Sea, Illana Bay, Baler Bay and Davao Gulf.
The ICE CREAM Project aims to determine the vulnerabilities of various marine
ecosystems to disturbance events as exacerbated by global climate change, and establish
monitoring programs to gauge changes from these events and recommend adaptive
management mechanisms.
EcoGov CRM teams assisted LGUs and PLGUs prepare and present State of the Coast
reports in MPA Forum and as part of the State of the Province Address of Provincial
LCEs, as in the case of Aurora and Zamboanga del Sur. In Central Visayas, the 4th MPA
Forum of the CSCRMC MPA network was conducted on 4 November 2008. LGU San
Francisco and Tudela presented information on the status of their CRM program while
the rest of the LGUs presented the status of MPA management in their respective

municipalities. The whole body agreed to elevate the annual MPA Forum into a CRM
Forum starting in 2009.
Additional knowledge products were developed in relation to MPA networking, inter-

LGU alliance building and mangrove management. A best practices sourcebook was
drafted and the production of an accompanying audio-visual presentation has been
initiated. A pamphlet on Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on mangrove co-
management was also produced. The results of both participatory and technical M and E
activities in various MPAs have been consolidated in a technical report. The FISH
Project and EcoGov will collaborate in the production of the updated participatory MPA
M and E Simplified Monitoring manual.
CRM Accomplishments – Northern Luzon
The Province of Aurora has passed the Aurora Environment Code, which provided for
the establishment of a Coastal Resources Management Division under the PLGU’s
Provincial ENR Office. It is tasked to coordinate all CRM-related functions and
activities, which are to include joint enforcement, IEC and MPA monitoring, and State of
the Coasts reporting. EcoGov provided some technical inputs to the organization and
operations of the Division.
Assistance was provided by EcoGov to the Provincial LGU in promoting the

management initiatives in Baler Bay, particularly on MPA management, through a local
radio station.
EcoGov collaborated with the DOST-funded ICE CREAM Project to continue the
technical and participatory monitoring and evaluation in selected marine sanctuaries. This
partnership is strategic in continuing M and E programs initiated by EcoGov Project.
CRM Accomplishments – Central Visayas
In Year 5, seventeen LGUs in the region were given technical assistance in the
preparation of CRM plans, implementation of legitimized CRM/fisheries management/
marine sanctuary management plans, and strengthening of marine sanctuaries.
Coastal Area Management
During the year, about 9,459.73 hectares of the coastal areas in Poro (Camotes Island)
was placed under improved management. Since the formal adoption of its Coastal
Resource Management Plan in 2004, Poro has been allocating increasing budget for its
CRM program and has formally established a CRM Desk within the Municipal
Agriculture Office. The municipal fisheries code is enforced through the Poro Coastal
Operation Team (POCOT) composed of trained and deputized Bantay-Dagat operatives
and volunteers. As of December 2008, over 1,700 fishers and about 29 motorized and
145 non-motorized fishing vessels have been registered. The LGU is managing the
Esperanza Marine Sanctuary jointly with the PO and has started the rehabilitation of its
mangroves zone. The pilot seaweed culture in Barangay Esperanza and Libertad was

expanded as a livelihood project for the people’s organization. This project was made
possible through the financial assistance of the US Peace Corps in coordination with the
Municipal Agriculture Office.
Fisheries registration is on-going in the Camotes Sea LGUs: Poro, Pilar, Tudela, San
Francisco and Danao City. These LGUs have intensified their efforts to register fishing
vessels and gears. To address current difficulties in enforcing their ordinance, some
LGUs are planning to carry out a one-stop-shop approach by 2010. The Pilar revised
Comprehensive Fisheries Ordinance, which was enacted in April 2009 includes
management guidelines for specific gears and marine organisms.
The Camotes Sea LGUs have also taken actions to improve the management of the
mangrove zones. Poro has undertaken mangrove management enhancement activities as
part of the implementation of its approved mangrove management plan. Pilar has initiated
the implementation of the mangrove management plan, which was formally adopted on
16 February 2009. San Francisco has almost completed the construction of a boardwalk
leading to their mangrove management area in Barangay Unidos. Danao City is planning
to establish tourism facilities.
EcoGov assistance to Pilar on CRM planning was continued with technical support from
DENR, BFAR and the Provincial LGU. Pilar is the only remaining LGU in Camotes
Islands that does not have a CRM/FM plan. On 24 March 2009, the Pilar CRM-TWG
held a municipality-wide consultation/public hearing on the draft plan and revised
Comprehensive Fisheries Ordinance. The SB adopted the Ordinance in April 2009.
The technical assistance on CRM planning to Carmen also resulted in a draft CRM plan
and CRM ordinance. Public hearings on the plan and ordinance were held last March
2009. The CRM plan and draft ordinance were presented to the Municipal Development
Council (MDC) on 7April 2009, and submitted to the Sangguniang Bayan for approval.
The Fisheries Management Zone Ordinance of 2009, enacted by the SB during the first
quarter of this year, has been submitted to the Cebu Provincial Board.
Strengthening Existing Marine Sanctuaries
Six marine sanctuaries were strengthened and reached enforcement level in Year 5, with
PLGU support. These marine sanctuaries include:
o Basdio Marine Sanctuary (Guindulman, Bohol) – 18.04 hectares; managed by the

Basdio Farmers and Fishermen’s Association (BFFA) with support from the BLGU
and MLGU.
o Cantagay Marine Sanctuary (Jagna, Bohol) – 6.83 hectares; managed by the
barangay LGU with support from the PO and the MLGU.
o Alejawan Marine Sanctuary (Duero, Bohol) – 10.67 hectares; actively managed by
the Alejawan Fishermen’s Association with support from MLGU.
o Tubod Marine Marine Sanctuary (Jagna, Bohol) – 11.88 hectares; managed by the
people’s organization and the BLGU with support from the MLGU.

o Andulay Marine Reserve (Siaton, Negros Oriental) – 6.4 hectares; managed by the
Andulay Marine Sanctuary Fishermen’s Association (AMSFA) with support from
the BLGU and MLGU.
o Poblacion District I MPA (Dauin, Negros Oriental) – 6 hectares; managed by the
Poblacion 1 United Fishermen’s Association with support from MLGU
As mentioned above, the EcoGov -assisted Pilar Municipal Marine Park (Camotes
Islands) was awarded 1st place in the 2009 Best MPA Awards given out by the MPA
Support Network (MSN).
The EcoGov team continued to assist in implementation activities in other established

marine sanctuaries in the region particularly on enforcement, site development,
strengthening of management bodies, and monitoring and evaluation. Technical
biophysical monitoring surveys were undertaken in four sites in Camotes Island while
participatory M and E was conducted in at least 11 MPAs during the period January to
June 2009. In selected LGUs, these activities were supplemented with MPA ratings and
community perception surveys.
The Camotes Sea CRM Council (CSCRMC) and its MPA network are considered
established and fully functional, and recognized as a learning destination in the Visayas.
The Board of Coordinators (BOC) of the Council meets regularly; member LGUs have
been regularly remitting their annual contribution to the Council and its inter-LGU
committees (enforcement, IEC, protected area, M and E) are active. Efforts of both the
Council and EcoGov are now focused in developing sustainability mechanisms. The
Council has adopted and is now implementing the financial management guidelines for
their common fund. A special team on corporate social responsibility (CSR) was formed
to pursue partnerships with the private sector. The M and E team has been trained to do
underwater reef assessment and monitoring and to train managers of other MPAs within
the cluster, on best practices in setting up M and E programs. A series of planning
workshops were held in early 2009 leading to the refinement of the vision, mission, goals
and objectives and completion of its 5-year Strategic Action Plan last July 2009; this is
due for adoption.
EcoGov held discussions with the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) and CCEF for
the inclusion of the Camotes cluster in project proposals being prepared by them for
European Union funding. This will allow continued support to CRM interventions and
also give LGUs continuing access to technical assistance from both RAFI and CCEF.
The team also collaborated with the DOST-funded Integrated Coastal Evaluation –
Coastal Research, Enhancement and Adaptive Management (ICE CREAM) in the
establishment of permanent monitoring stations in Pilar and San Francisco and the
orientation of LGUs on climate change. This initiative will also enable the Camotes
LGUs to avail of additional technical support particularly on climate change adaptation.
Another sustainability initiative that was initiated at the early part of Year 5 is the review
and initial assessment of the tourism sector in Cebu including the potentials of Camotes

Islands. Further discussions with the Province of Cebu and the private sector for the
development of a tourism plan for the Camotes Island will be pursued in Year 6.
The DuGJan (Duero-Guindulman-Jagna) MPA Network of Bohol, which was formed in

May 2008, was formally established during the year. EcoGov and the BEMO assisted the
network implement their annual action plan, particularly on organizational formation,
coastal law enforcement, M&E and IEC. The network now holds regular meetings and
has completed its long-term strategic action plan. It has formed an inter-LGU CLE Task
Force, an M and E team and an IEC group that actively promoted the network to SB
Councils of member LGUs and coastal communities. It has finalized the financial
management guidelines for the DuGJan common fund, with Jagna as the interim Trustee
LGU until 2010. Starting 2009, the LGUs are contributing PhP 50,000 (USD 1,064) each
annually, and this contribution is now part of their annual investment plan.
The BATMan (Bindoy-Ayungon-Tayasan-Manjuyod) MPA Network in Negros Oriental

is likewise considered as formally established. ENRD and EcoGov facilitated the signing
of the Memorandum of Agreement between the four LGUs on 28 May 2009. The
BATMan Executive Committee, with the Mayor of Bindoy serving as interim Chair, has
the Marine Protected Area Council (MPAC) as its implementing arm. The MPAC and its
working committees meet regularly and are in the process of finalizing their strategic
action plan. The member LGUs have agreed to allocate Php 50,000 (USD 1,064)
annually for the network operation starting in 2010.
The formation of a fourth MPA network in the region — in Southern Negros — was
explored. The options for forming the network are being studied.
CRM Accomplishments – Western Mindanao
Two municipalities in Illana Bay of Zamboanga del Sur met the EcoGov criteria for
improved management of coastal areas.
o Dumalinao with 4,908 hectares of coastal area. The LGU has intensified the
enforcement of its fisheries ordinances particularly the registration of fishers,
licensing and coding of boats, prohibition of the use of surface-supplied compressed
air (‘hookah’), explosives, ‘baling’ and ‘sudsud’, and observance of closed fishing
season for rabbit fish in Brgy. Pantad. The LGU has deputized fish wardens and has
created a Municipal Fisheries Law Enforcement Team comprising of the PNP,
MAO and 17 Bantay Dagat employed by the LGU. Its two MPAs are under 24-hour
protection. It has established a two-hectare mangrove reforestation project.
Recently, it adopted through a municipal ordinance the guidelines for its mariculture
park and has actually started zoning activities within the park. A draft ordinance for
the creation of a Dumalinao Executive Management Council for the mariculture
park is on the second reading at the SB. The LGU has been allocating an increasing

budget for its CRM program. For 2008 and 2009, the annual allocation is more than
PhP 1.0 million (USD 21,277).
o Dimataling with 3,933 hectares of coastal area. Dimataling has undertaken a number
of activities to strengthen the enforcement of fishery laws and the regulation of
fishing effort through fisheries registration and permitting. It has a Municipal
Coastal Law Enforcement Task Force (MCLETF), which is being assisted by the
53rd IB of the Philippine Army, and bantay dagats regularly patrol its coastal waters.
It has ordinances that require annual registration of municipal fishermen and the
coding of boats. It is managing two marine sanctuaries and recently has embarked
on the improvement of the management of its mariculture zone, particularly the
seaweed farms of Brgy. Bacayawan. Both the MLGU and the BLGU are annually
allocating budgets for CRM/MPA-related programs.
EcoGov, with BFAR and the PLGU, provided technical assistance to both LGUs in the
management of their mariculture zones. In Dumalinao, a composite team from BFAR,
PAO, PPDO, LGU and EcoGov conducted an ocular survey and assessment of the two
alternative sites recommended by the LGU for mariculture park development and the
LGU was assisted in drafting initial guidelines. EcoGov conducted a hydrodynamic and
dispersal modeling study to assess potential dispersion and sedimentation footprints of
waste from marine fish cages in the proposed mariculture park. The results of the study
were presented to the LGU and Provincial Agricultural Office in January 2009 and they
have been used by the LGU’s TWG for the Mariculture Park Project in developing
zoning and management guidelines for the park which were presented to the community
in May 2009.
On 4 September 2009, Dumalinao hosted an Investment Forum which was attended by

about 100 investors. EcoGov presented the result of the hydrodynamic study to
demonstrate to investors and senior officials of the national and provincial government,
the need to keep the activities in the mariculture park within the carrying capacity of the
area.
For Dimataling, EcoGov organized a training on sustainable seaweed farming by experts

from MSU-Naawan and BFAR. Subsequently, assistance was provided in drafting the
guidelines for zoning the area, inventory and mapping of individual farm plots and
licensing of seaweed farmers. A one-hectare model farm was established to showcase
sustainable seaweed farming practices. The BLGU was also advised to encourage the
shift from the use of plastic bags as floats to styrofoam and empty bottled mineral waters
to minimize generation of plastic waste in the coastal barangay and to properly manage
seaweed farm waste. Initial implementation activities resulted immediately in the 50%
reduction in the use of plastic bags as floats and in the generation of revenues from
licensing, which are shared between the MLGU and BLGU. Brgy. Bacayawan was also
assisted in formulating a zoning scheme that harmonizes resource uses in the coastal
waters of the barangay.

EcoGov provided technical assistance to the Task Force Al Khalifa of Dinas (Zamboanga
del Sur) in conducting strategic IEC campaign using Al Khalifa sourcebook to advocate
for the protection and rehabilitation of its mangroves. The Task Force is composed of
Muslim religious leaders.
In Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay, the mangrove co-management plan was adopted

through a SB resolution.
With DENR-CMMD Region 9, EcoGov continued to provide regular mentoring and

coaching to the Ipil CRM TWG in completing their CRM plan.
Ten marine sanctuaries with a total area of 470 hectares were strengthened in Year 5.
Nine of these sanctuaries are located in Illana Bay; one is in Lamitan, Basilan.
o Bacayawan Marine Sanctuary (Dimataling, Zamboanga del Sur) – 20 hectares; co-

managed by Office of Municipal Agriculture and Barangay Bacayawan
o Combo Marine Sanctuary (Labangan, Zamboanga del Sur) – 22 hectares; managed
by Coastal Resource Management Council
o Bulanit Marine Sanctuary (Labangan, Zamboanga del Sur) – 43 hectares; managed
o Bagong Silao Marine Sanctuary (Dumalinao, Zamboanga del Sur) – 22 hectares;
managed by Dumalinao Management Council
o Dao- Dao Marine Sanctuary (Pagadian City) – 77 hectares; co-managed by CRM
Office and 6 barangays
o Taracan Marine Sanctuary (Dinas, Zamboanga del Sur) – 104 hectares; managed by
CRM Sector under MENRO
o CuTe Marine Sanctuary (San Pablo, Zamboanga del Sur) – 28 hectares; managed
o SamVill Marine Sanctuary (San Pablo, Zamboanga del Sur) – 26 hectares;
o Concepcion Marine Sanctuary (Tabina, Zamboanga del Sur) – 28 hectares;
managed by MPA Section under CRM Office of the LGU
o Maloong Canal Marine Sanctuary (Lamitan, Basilan) – 100 hectares; managed by
City ENRO
As part of their strengthening, these marine sanctuaries were provided training in

participatory M and E, including the performance assessment, data consolidation and
feedback of results to barangay officials and communities. Similarly trained were the
local monitoring teams of RT Lim and Tungawan in Zamboanga Sibugay.
The CRM PTWG of Zamboanga Sibugay was supported in the training on MPA M and E
of other LGUs that are not being directly assisted by EcoGov.
The MPA Support Network (MSN) also recognized two marine sanctuaries from the
region. The Tambunan MPA of Tabina won as second best MPA while the Bibilik

Marine Sanctuary of Dumalinao and Talisay Marine Sanctuary of Tabina were among the
finalists.
EcoGov continued to support the strengthening of the two MPA networks established by
the IBRA 9 Council through Resolution No. 1, Series of 2008 dated 22 October 2008: the
PaTuLaD (Pagadian City, Tukuran, Labangan and Dumalinao) and SanTaDiDi (San
Pablo, Tabina, Dinas and Dimataling). Both networks developed their initial annual
plans and have ongoing IEC activities. Cluster teams have been trained on IEC, MPA M
and E and coastal law enforcement, including para-legal procedures for law enforcers and
Bantay Dagat.
In September 2009, EcoGov facilitated the preparation of the action plan of the IBRA 9
Project Management Office which included activities and budgets to support the
activities of the two networks in the last quarter of 2009.
On 21-24 April 2009, EcoGov assisted the DOST-funded ICE CREAM provide IBRA 9
LGUs an orientation on climate change and set up permanent monitoring stations in
selected MPAs in Pagadian City, Dumalinao, Tukuran and Tabina.
CRM Accomplishments – South-Central Mindanao
A solid waste assessment and orientation was conducted in Brgy. Matina Aplaya of
Davao City as initial step in improving the management of the human settlement zone of
the city’s coastal area. Brgy. Matina Aplaya is one of the most densely populated coastal
barangays in the city and it is where one of the MPAs is located. As a follow-up activity,
purok officials and People’s Organizations (POs) within the barangay were gathered and
given an SWM Orientation. Additionally, an SWM IEC activity was conducted for
households. A massive installation of compost bins has been scheduled for 24 October
2009 to strengthen campaign for on-site waste diversion.
EcoGov is assisting Samal City set up an environmental user’s fee (EUF) scheme to
support its coastal resources management program. The LGU incorporated the EUF in its
revised tax code which was approved last July 2009. To help the LGU develop the
implementing rules and regulations for the EUF, EcoGov facilitated the visit of ten
members of the EUF-TWG to Puerto Galera, Mindoro Oriental and Mabini, Batangas on
29-31 August 2009 to learn the strategies, lessons learned, and challenges faced by the
LGUs in implementing their EUF. EcoGov also facilitated the one-day meeting on EUF
in Samal City last September to thresh out some grey areas in the mechanics for the
collection of the fee. The LGU scheduled a two day workshop in October 2009 for the
formulation of the detailed IRR.

EcoGov assisted the CRM-TWG of Davao City in the presentation of the Punta Dumalag
MPA management plan to the SP committee on 12 August 2009 for legitimization. In the
early part of the year, the plan was adopted by the Barangay Council of Matina which led
to the creation of the Punta Dumalag Management Board chaired by the Barangay
Captain, and the initial training of the M and E team on participatory MPA monitoring
and evaluation and the MPA enforcement committee on CRM related laws and
ordinances.
A meeting among the BLGU (Barangay Matina Aplaya), Davao Light and Power
Corporation (DLPC), and Task Force Pawikan was facilitated to clarify issues regarding
the management of the MPA, particularly the enforcement and entry of visitors. A review
of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed between the City LGU, DENR and
DLPC for “Marine Turtle and Dugong Conservation Project” was conducted to clarify
the responsibilities of each partner and determine mechanisms to improve coordination
with the barangay LGU.
Assistance to Samal City MPAs focused on bringing four MPAs (Tambo, Camudmud,
Coral Garden-Linosutan and Coral Garden-Dadatan) to the established level. The Samal
City TWG was assisted in the public hearing of the MPA Ordinance, after the draft
ordinance passed the first reading at the SP, and in following up the legitimization of the
MPA management plans, which were already adopted at the barangay level. Participatory
monitoring and evaluation training was conducted for local monitoring teams of the
Tambo, Camudmud, Linosutan and Dadatan MPAs. Four monitoring sites were
established within the Sanipaan Marine Park of Barangay Tambo and Camudmud. More
recently, EcoGov facilitated a 2-day IEC assessment and planning workshop and the
orientation of the barangay tanods of two barangays who will be deputized as bantay
dagat and assist the city enforcement team in guarding the MPAs.
A briefing was held for the Samal City SP on 4 August 2009 on the status of MPA
strengthening activities. This resulted in the approval of a PhP 150,000 (USD 3,192)
supplemental budget for 2009 for the program.
Two of the four MPAs in Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur are being strengthened — Tuban-
Tagabuli MPA and Bato MPA. The management plan of the former was already adopted
by Tuban and Tagabuli barangays during a joint session on 1 September 2009. The next
step is the submission of the barangay resolution to the SB for the legitimization of the
plan. Separate enforcement workshops were held in the two MPAs as each MPA had
different issues and concerns: the continuing fishing activities within the no take zone in
the Tuban-Tagabuli MPA, and the presence of seaweeds farms in the Bato MPA.
Participatory M and E have also been conducted in both MPAs, including a performance
rating which showed that both MPAs are at Level 1 (initiated).
The EcoGov team assisted the DOST-funded ICE CREAM project in providing an
orientation on climate change and in setting up permanent monitoring stations at the

Sanipaan Marine Park, Coral Garden Linosutan and Dadatan MPAs, all in Samal Island
and Punta Dumalag MPA, Davao City.
Lessons Learned from Year 5
Sustained partnerships with the Provincial Governments and private actors continue to be
important factors in scaling-up EcoGov strategies and advocacies. The active and
efficient participation of PLGUs has helped the EcoGov Team in smooth and timely
carrying-out of implementation activities. Discussions with RAFI, CCEF, DOST-ICE
CREAM Project and partners from the academe are expected to potentially result in
additional technical assistance for LGUs concerned.
The MPA networking approach has successfully facilitated the achievement of targets on
strengthening marine sanctuaries. In Central Visayas, for one, more than 50% of total
marine sanctuaries strengthened were achieved through networking. Adoption of an inter-
LGU collaboration strategy, such as the Camotes Sea CRM Council, has essentially
strengthened implementation activities, i.e., joint seaborne patrolling, promotion and
IEC/advocacy activities, fund leveraging and capability-building, which are aimed at
protecting and conserving Camotes Sea, a key biodiversity area.
Designation of accountable, focal CRM bodies at the LGU level is a prerequisite to

sustained implementation of CRM activities. Increasing capacity of these CRM bodies
should remain to be a priority target.
Setting up and managing CRM Funds by LGUs is an important sustainability strategy.

The establishment of CRM Funds by Pilar, Poro and Tudela (through a Municipal
Ordinance/Resolution, with clear financial management guidelines), the common fund of
the DuGJan MPA Network (also with financial management guidelines established by
the network), and the environmental user’s fee of Samal City (included in its revised Tax
Code) will contribute significantly to the improvement of their CRM programs. To
ensure sustainability of CRM efforts, this initiative is imperative as a core mechanism in
institutionalizing good governance approach in CRM.
Linking SWM and CRM will be beneficial in increasing public participation in reducing
the threats to biodiversity and in particular, coastal resources. Initial efforts of Barangay
Matina Aplaya in Davao City and Barangay Bacayawan of Dimataling can serve as
showcases on integrating SWM and CRM programs.
Collaboration with regional offices of BFAR and DENR on specific activities related to
pilot efforts on sustainable mariculture planning, mangrove co-management and fishery
enforcement have been productive and important for strengthening the foundations for
continued technical support with partner LGUs, as well scaling up in the key biodiversity
focal areas.

Implementation Problems and Proposed Resolutions
There were delays and other problems in the mobilization of technical staff for tourism
development; hence, expected outputs, e.g., development of tourism package options to
be validated with the LGUs, remained unmet. Existing EcoGov regional staff and/or
PLGU partners may be required to translate salient information, statistics and insights
from the initial assessments, to useful guides for LGUs in Camotes in developing their
tourism packages.
Continued political instability in some LGUs (e.g., Tudela) has caused difficulty for the
LGU-CRM body to implement their CRM programs. In Tudela there is uncertainty due to
an electoral process being disputed by two mayoral candidates. The EcoGov team is still
providing limited TA directly to the CRM/MPA managers and is encouraging its
continuing participation in activities of the Camotes Sea CRM Council.
DENR-PAWCZMS staff’s conflicting advice/actions to the Camotes LGUs regarding the

management of municipal waters and joint mangrove management agreements have
resulted to confusion and distrust among the LCEs despite several dialogues. Providing
the LCEs with more information and deeper discussions on NIPAS (e.g., meeting of the
Executive Committee of the CSCRMC on 5 June 5, 2009) helped them become more
informed and take a stronger stand on this issue. EcoGov has proposed that discussions
on NIPAS issues be elevated at the national level, possibly spearheaded by the MPA
Support Network (MSN). EcoGov participated in a Constituency Meeting on the NIPAS
on 24 Sept 2009 in Cebu City. Among others, participants included PAWB officers
(EcoGov-supported) and other USAID projects that form part of the CTI partners group.
The status of the NIPAS Act was reviewed, some good practices identified in protected
areas management, common stakeholder concerns were discussed and suggestions
advanced for improved systems implementation with respect to NIPAS. Among other
things, this included the role of the PAMB, the Integrated Protected Area Fund (IPAF),
private sector participation, and how this fits within the CTI framework.
The peace and order situation in Western Mindanao is affecting LGU implementation
activities and the delivery of EcoGov technical assistance. In Dimataling, for example,
the Military Outpost near the MPA and seaweeds area were attacked by lawless element
resulting in the slowdown of MPA related activities. Limited activities were done in
Basilan during the year.
Global market price of seaweeds has been fluctuating. This has significant impact on the
coastal communities of IBRA 9 LGUs, which are engaged in seaweed farming. This puts
greater pressure on the fisheries resources of the province as seaweed farmers shift to
fishing.
The CRM commitments of LGU partners in Davao Gulf remain unclear. Issues
pertaining to the establishment of focal CRM offices, coordination within LGU offices
and with partners, internal budget allocation, and enforcement remain unresolved in
Davao City, Samal City and Sta. Cruz resulting in slow implementation activities. This

has likewise affected the pace of the MPA networking process. Continuing discussions
and meetings at both the technical and policy levels are being conducted. There is need to
engage the DENR Regional Office in resolving these issues.
Objectives for Next Quarter
At least five MPAs brought to the “established” level in Davao Gulf and Central Visayas.
Legitimization and initial implementation of the CRM plans of Pilar and Carmen (Cebu).
Ring-fencing and financial management technical assistance to IBRA 9 and its MPA
networks and BATMan.
Collaboration with FISH and BFAR on the review of mariculture development directions.
Completion of a set of knowledge products on MPA networks and inter-LGU alliances.
Participate in national policy initiatives in relation to DENR NIPAS and State of the
Coasts, the CTI and related climate change activities

2.3 Improved Solid Waste Management
The long term objective of improved management of municipal solid wastes is to reduce
threats to human health and adverse impacts on the environment, particularly downstream
and nearshore areas that have high biodiversity. The EcoGov five-year target is to help 90
LGUs divert at least 25 percent of their solid waste from disposal sites to composting and
recycling. Achieving this target entails helping LGUs implement their Integrated Solid
Waste Management (ISWM) plans. This requires work in several areas: engineering and
infrastructure; public awareness and behavioral change; incentives and penalties; ordinance
and enforcement; economics and finance; strengthening of the LGU SWM organization and
multi-sectoral participation.
UEM Accomplishments - Nationwide
The Year 5 target of 38 LGUs with 25% waste diversion was met. By 30 September
2009, there were 90 LGUs (out of 104 LGUs being assisted) which achieved the
minimum waste diversion using the following major proxy indicators: (1) SWM plans
legitimized; (2) ordinances issued or with enforcement; (3) composting facilities
established and functional; (4) ongoing recovery and trading of recyclables and re-
usables by junkshops and/or Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs); (5) ongoing IEC
programs on segregation, waste collection and SWM good practices; and (6) significant
waste diversion in a major waste source. The table below summarizes the results
achieved as of the end of Year 5. The regional distribution of the UEM sector five-year
accomplishments is in the subsequent table.
Table 11. Progress Indicators in Waste Diversion of Solid Waste
End End End

Baseline Sept. Sept. Sept. End End of
Indicator Target Oct. ‘04 ’05 ‘06 ‘07 Sept. ‘08 Sept. ‘09
LGUs with operational
90 1 14 26 37
composting facilities
63 93
LGUs with operational
90 1 14 37 48
MRFs
LGUs with enacted
90 1 11 26 34 72*
SWM ordinances 58
LGUs with legitimized
90 20 26 40 42 97
ISWM plans 63
LGUs with ongoing
IEC programs for 90 11 31 40 48 98
68
ISWM
LGUs meeting 25%
90 0 0 22 34 52 90
waste diversion goal
* Some LGUs are enforcing RA 9003 or the ordinances they have passed before the completion of their
Ten-Year ISWM Plans.

Table 12. Number of LGUs with 25% Waste Diversion by Region
Five-Year South-Central Western

Target Northern Luzon Central Visayas Mindanao Mindanao
90 LGUs 26 LGUs 27 LGUs 29 LGUs 8 LGUs
(of 30 LGUs (of 31 LGUs (of 32 LGUs (of 11 LGUs
assisted) assisted) assistes) assisted)
• Nueva • Cebu (4) • Sarangani (4) • Zamboanga del
Vizcaya (13) • Negros • S. Cotabato (9) Sur (3)
• Quirino (5) Oriental (10) • N. Cotabato (5) • Zamboanga
• Aurora (7) • Bohol (13) • S. Kudarat (4) Sibugay (4)
• Isabela (1) • GenSan City • Basilan (1)
• Davao Norte (3)
• Davao Sur (2)
• ARMM (1)
On disposal management, the EcoGov assisted five LGUs in Central Visayas and ten
LGUs in South-Central Mindanao in designing category 1 and 2 SLFs, through local
service providers. Mentoring and coaching were continued in the seven Northern Luzon
LGUs which were assisted in Year 4, particularly those which have started or about to
start actual site development. The UEM team engaged the regional offices of DENR-
EMB in assisting LGUs complete their Initial Environmental Examination (IEE)
checklists and other requirements for the issuance of Environmental Compliance
Certificates (ECCs).
The initiative to cluster LGUs for SLF development prospered in South Cotabato (while
it was halted in Bohol). The agreement among cluster members in South Cotabato have
been signed, the site has been acquired by the LGU and the Provincial Government is
ready to transfer to Surallah, the host LGU, the PhP 6.5 million (USD 138,298) it
committed to support the construction of the facility.
To improve the long-term sustainability of LGU SWM programs, EcoGov continued to

promote cost recovery and the “ring-fencing” of SWM accounts. These practices were
introduced in 17 LGUs (Magpet, Kabacan, Kiamba, Maitum, Malalag, Malapatan,
Maasim, Bindoy, Manjuyod, Bacong, Zamboangita, Siaton, Sibulan, Sikatuna, Balilihan,
Lila and Baclayon) during the year, bringing to 30 the total number of LGUs given
orientation on both practices in the past two years. There is high LGU interest to adopt
both practices but this has yet to be translated into action, particularly the charging of
service fees. Ten LGUs (Kidapawan City, Tacurong City, Bayawan City, Polomolok,
Surallah, Alabel, Jagna, Loboc, Bais City and Dauin) have ring-fenced their accounts
either through the establishment of a separate bank account or the creation of a Special
Account under the General Fund.
EcoGov collaborative relationships with PLGUs, particularly in the provinces of Nueva

Vizcaya, Aurora, Quirino, Bohol, Negros Oriental, South Cotabato, Sarangani, North
Cotabato and Zamboanga Sibugay have hastened LGU-level SWM implementation in
these provinces. PLGU teams which were trained and mentored by EcoGov on various

aspects of SWM planning and implementation are in a better position to assist their other
LGUs.
The effective coverage of the combined efforts of the PLGU and EcoGov in each of the
provinces is summarized below. For 2009, these PLGUs allocated a total of PhP 22.246
million (USD 473,319) for their own capability-building activities and for technical
assistance to their component LGUs.
Table 13. Percentage of LGUs covered by PLGU and EcoGov SWM Efforts
Assisted by
EcoGov
Number of (direct or Directly
Component jointly with assisted Total %
Province LGUs PLGU) by PLGU reached Coverage
Bohol 48 14 34 48 100%
Negros Oriental 25 13 12 25 100%
Cebu 50 4 4 8%
South Cotabato 11 11 11 100%
Sarangani 7 6 1 7 100%
North Cotabato 18 8 8 44%
Quirino 6 3 3 6 100%
Nueva Vizcaya 15 6 9 15 100%
Aurora 8 2 6 8 100%
Zamboanga del Sur 27 4 9 13 48%
Zamboanga Sibugay 16 4 11 15 94%
Total 231 75 85 160 70%
With the closure of the Northern Luzon and Western Mindanao EcoGov offices within
Year 5, SWM technical assistance to the PLGUs of Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Aurora,
Zamboanga del Sur and Zamboanga Sibugay have been scaled back and focused on very
specific areas of assistance. These provinces are presently being served through the
Manila-based UEM team of EcoGov.
With DENR implementation of the “three-strike policy” to accelerate LGU actions to

close open dumps and establish sanitary landfills, EcoGov has been apprising the
NSWMC Secretariat on the its efforts to assist LGUs design and construct SLFs and
improve their waste diversion performance. The year provided a number of opportunities
for EcoGov and its partner LGUs to participate in DENR and/or donor-organized SWM
discussions and sharing of good SWM practices. The EcoGov is a member of the
FASPO-led Technical Working Group that conceptualized and organized the National
SWM Thematic Forum that was held on 14-15 September 2009 in Cebu City. The TWG
will continue to coordinate post-conference actions.
The development of SWM knowledge products continued. Produced during the year were
the draft manual on designing Category 1 and 2 SLFs, a revised outline of the SWM

training guide, a revised design of the SLF TA module, a sourcebook of good practices,
and a generic SLF Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manual. The EcoGov team also
produced LGU-based examples of cost-revenue analysis, cost recovery plans, financial
management guidelines (for ring-fencing), SLF engineering designs, SLF O&M manual
and SLF monitoring formats.
UEM Accomplishments – Northern Luzon
Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino and Aurora continued their efforts to assist their component
LGUs in getting their SWM plans legitimized and implemented, even after the closure of
EcoGov Northern Luzon on 30 March 2009. As a result, eight LGUs achieved 25% waste
diversion in Year 5. There remain only four LGUs in the three provinces (2 in Nueva
Vizcaya, 1 in Quirino and 1 in Aurora) where SWM implementation has not taken off.
Of the seven LGUs (5 in Nueva Vizcaya, 1 in Quirino and 1 in Isabela) which received
technical assistance on SLF design and IEE preparation, only 4 have been issued ECCs
by EMB Region 2. The others have yet to submit all the support documents that EMB is
requiring (e.g., proof of ownership or tenure). Four of the seven LGUs have started the
construction of the SLFs:

o Bayombong – first cell constructed and being used; with ECC
o Aritao – facility almost complete; with ECC.
o Solano – construction ongoing; with ECC
o Bagabag – earthworks started; with ECC
o Bambang – no ECC yet
o Maddela – completed perimeter fence; no ECC yet
o Cauayan City – started earth movement; no ECC yet
EcoGov initiated the monitoring of the SLF development activities of the seven LGUs.
Together with staff from the PLGU and DENR-EMB, EcoGov’s Sr. Environmental
Engineer visited the LGUs in April 2009 to secure updates on their pre-construction or
construction activities, and inspect the sites particularly those with ongoing physical
development. The major concerns that were raised during the field inspection and
discussions included delays in the issuance of ECC, unclear ECC requirements (to
LGUs), incomplete engineering designs (e.g., leachate collection and treatment system),
design modifications during construction, lack of monitoring by DENR and non-
formation of multipartite monitoring teams. Reports on individual SLFs were
subsequently prepared and formally submitted to the mayors of the LGUs, the PLGUs
and DENR-EMB Region 2. This activity allowed EcoGov to test and refine the SLF
monitoring forms that it has developed. The use of the forms in subsequent monitoring of
the SLFs was recommended to LGUs, PLGUs and DENR EMB.
In August 2009, a follow up activity for the seven LGUs was conducted by EcoGov
together with EMB Region 2. The activity focused on three of the major concerns that
were raised in the previous monitoring event: (1) orientation of the LGUs by DENR-
EMB on ECC conditions, including the formation of multi-sectoral monitoring teams

(MMTs), (2) review of the design of critical SLF elements such as leachate collection and
treatment system, drainage, and lining and gradient of SLF cell beds, and (3)
development of operations and maintenance (O&M) protocols especially for those
facilities which are already being used or which are about to be completed. The results of
the activity and the recommendations of EcoGov were again submitted to the LCEs of the
LGUs, PLGUs, PENROs, EMB Region 2, EMB Manila and NSWMC Secretariat for
appropriate action.
In response to a request from the Provincial Governor of Aurora, EcoGov reviewed the
draft of its Provincial Solid Waste Management Plan and submitted to the PLGU ENR
Officer edited sections and other suggestions to improve the plan. The PLGU was also
assisted in developing the outline for the presentation of the plan to the Provincial ESWM
Board.
UEM Accomplishments – Central Visayas
Twelve LGUs in the region met the 25% diversion target — 5 in Bohol, 2 in Cebu and 5
in Negros Oriental. This accomplishment brings to 27 the number of LGUs that have
achieved the minimum desired waste diversion in the region. This is 87% of all LGUs
assisted in Central Visayas.
All the 11 LGU members of the Metro Bohol cluster are now implementing waste
segregation and composting. Except for Panglao, all have met the criteria for 25% waste
diversion. Lila and Sikatuna intensified SWM implementation within April to June 2009:
enforcement of mandatory waste segregation and composting, IEC, establishment of
MRF. Both LGUs have decommissioned their open dumps and Balilihan was the last
cluster member to launch its ISWM program, after the SB adopted the ISWM Plan on 4
September 2009 and the LGU acquired a new collection vehicle.
The LGUs in the Metro Bohol cluster are relatively small. They have been encouraged to
establish residual containment areas (RCAs) while the problem related to their common
SLF is being resolved. The BEMO has actually taken steps to explore an alternative SLF
site. A proposed site in Corella, one of the LGUs in the cluster, was assessed by MGB
last September 13, 2009 and, the official report and recommendations are being awaited.
The MGB assessment was followed by an on-site soil permeability test done jointly by
EcoGov and BEMO, which showed that the undisturbed top layer was within the
permeability standard and that further compaction would reduce permeability. Corella
and BEMO have initiated discussions with the Department of Tourism for the funding of
this project.
The Bohol Province conducted, on 24 August 2009, a province-wide SWM summit,

spearheaded by the BEMO with DILG, DepEd, EcoGov, and other local NGOs (SWCF,
PROCESS) as partners. Part of the activity was the preparation of an action plan based on
the reported SWM performance of the LGUs. Subsequently, the governor sent out
follow-up letters to LGUs to remind them of their commitments in the action plan. In
September, BEMO and its partner agencies also undertook a comprehensive M & E of

the SWM programs of all component LGUs. The results will be used to identify the three
top performing LGUs which will be given recognition next quarter.
The detailed engineering designs, cost estimates and IEE documents for the SLFs of
Duero, Jagna and Talibon, and the concept SLF designs for Toledo and Compostela were
completed and submitted by SWAPP to EcoGov. Subsequently, the SWAPP contract was
closed. EcoGov agreed to further provide guidance to the LGUs in the review and
finalization of the sizing of the leachate treatment ponds before these facilities are
constructed.
The proposed site for the San Francisco SLF was approved by the MGB and has
subsequently been acquired by the LGU. The LGU contracted a surveying firm to prepare
the topographic map of the site which would be needed in the preparation of the detailed
engineering design.
The ISWM plans of Toledo City and San Francisco were legitimized. Preparation of
these plans was done in close coordination with the Provincial ENRO of Cebu. Both
LGUs were also able to achieve 25% waste diversion during the year.
The four Negros Oriental LGUs along Tañon Strait that compose the BATMan network
(Bindoy, Ayungon, Tayasan and Manjuyod) have included SWM among their common
programs. Bindoy and Manjuyod, both EcoGov-assisted, are already enforcing waste
segregation and segregated collection within its collection area and in all its coastal
barangays. Both have intensive IEC activities that cover the coastal barangays in the
collection area. The PO managing the MPA of Bindoy includes the LGU’s SWM
program during their regular meetings to remind the group about the importance of a
clean environment. The ENRD staff assigned in the area, ensure that SWM is integrated
in their regular meetings and action plans and, that Ayungon and Tayasan will be able to
catch up on SWM implementation. Tayasan is currently drafting its ISWM plan while
Ayungon has started formulating an RA 9003-compliant SWM ordinance.
Among the notable initiatives of the other EcoGov assisted LGUs along the South
Negros/Sulu Sea and Tanon Strait are:
o Amlan: It amended its existing ISWM ordinance to harmonize with its ISWM plan.
With BLGUs, it launched barangay-school based Materials Recovery Facilities. It
expanded the implementation of its Citizen Monitoring and Feedback Mechanism
(CMFM) to two other barangays. Under this scheme, a team of community residents
conduct monthly monitoring of ISWM implementation in all households of their
puroks. The findings (shown through a chart) then are reported to the barangay
council every month. The BLGU and MLGU are, thus, able to take necessary
actions on those who are not observing the LGU SWM program.
o Siaton: It adopted its 10-year ISWM plan on 27 April 2009 and soon after, enacted
its ordinance. Current implementation and enforcement activities cover four
poblacion barangays, which are the most populated in the LGU. The central

composting facility is managed by the Municipal Agriculturist Office (MAO),
working closely with the designated MENRO. On-site composting is being
practiced by households and schools within the collection area and even by some
farmers. It operates an RCA but already has an approved SLF site. The LGU has
designated a MENRO.
o Zamboanguita: It is implementing its 10-Year ISWM Plan and enforcing its SWM
Ordinance through trained enforcers. Waste segregation and segregated waste
collection are now being carried-out in the collection barangays. Collected
biodegradables are processed at the composting facility managed by the MAO;
schools and some increasing number of households carry out their own composting.
It maintains an RCA. A newly designated MENRO oversees the LGU SWM
Program.
o Bacong: It continues to strictly enforce the local ordinance it enacted in March 2009
and operate its vermi-composting facility. Waste segregation and waste diversion
are strictly implemented in all coastal barangays. IEC at the purok and barangay
level is supported by barangay officials and school teachers. It also has the support
of a popular radio station. The LGU currently operates an RCA.
o Bayawan City: It adopted measures to improve its collection system and increase
waste segregation compliance. It also started a “no open burning” campaign and
organized a forum with stakeholders to explore other means of disposing waste from
sugarcane fields. In August 2009, it conducted a three-day Waste Assessment and
Characterization Study (WACS) to be able to determine changes in waste
generation as a result of the program and assess their waste diversion performance
(results are still being consolidated and analyzed). With the construction of the
Bayawan City SLF nearing completion, EcoGov has started working with the LGU
staff on the development of its SLF O&M manual.
o Bais City: The LGU approved its SWM Ordinance 14 November 2008, after about a
year of consultations and discussion regarding a provision regulating open burning
of sugarcane thrash to reduce carbon emissions and totally eliminating the practice
within six years. Unfortunately, the LGU decided not to be too strict in the
enforcement of waste segregation in urban barangays until the ordinance is fully
approved by the PLGU (some questions have been raised about the organizational
structure for SWM). EcoGov is helping the LGU formulate its SLF O&M manual so
it can improve the operations and management of the SLF.
Business planning for Solid Waste Management was introduced in 5 LGUs, namely,
Bayawan City, Bais City, Danao City, Toledo City and Jagna. The analyses of their 2007
costs and revenues, which showed the extent to which SWM operations are being
subsidized by the LGUs, were presented to their respective Solid Waste Management
Boards. In Jagna, the results were also presented to Barangay Captains and other
stakeholders. These LGUs eventually drafted their cost recovery plans which included
imposition of fees, improvement of systems and campaigns for fee collection,

development of other revenue generating opportunities (e.g., sale of vermicast of Jagna in
nearby mango and flower farms), and adoption of measures to improve efficiency of
composting, recycling, and waste collection operations operations. The cities of Bais,
Toledo, and Danao are considering the amendment of their ordinances to include cost
recovery measures.
Jagna and Bayawan City have completed their SWM cost recovery plans. The Jagna plan
targets annual reduction of its subsidy to SWM by improving the efficiency of its
operations and increasing revenue collection. It expects 27% decrease in subsidy between
2007 and the end of 2009. The Bayawan cost recovery plan on the other hand targets the
recovery of 80% of the total cost of collection in the next 3 years. It has, in fact, started
implementing some strategies to reduce the cost of its waste collection operations, such
as revising the collection schedule, reducing the number of crew per vehicle and
optimizing trip routes. Jagna and Bayawan City will present their cost recovery plans to
their respective SWM Boards next quarter.
Five LGUs have ring-fenced their SWM accounts and have adopted financial
management guidelines for these accounts: Jagna, Bayawan City, Bais City, Dauin and
Loboc. Fee collections and other revenues from SWM as well as the annual budgets of
LGUs will now be credited to the Special Accounts that have been created, except for
Bais City which has decided to defer the operationalization of their SWM Special
Account until 2010 as it does not intend to collect fees until after the election. Both Dauin
and Loboc intend to collect environment fees from tourists to increase the revenues that
will accrue to the special account. A challenge that Dauin faces is the low rate of
collection of garbage fee from households — 16% efficiency compared to 96% collection
from businesses.
Initial discussions with Siaton on ring-fencing produced a positive response from the
LGU. Siaton agreed to set up the account; it has prepared the financial management
guidelines which have been endorsed by the ESWM Board to the SB for adoption. The
SWM account will be made operational in January 2010.
UEM Accomplishments – Southern and Central Mindanao
Fourteen LGUs from six provinces achieved the 25% waste diversion target in Year 5:
North Cotabato (4), South Cotabato (3), Sarangani (1), Sultan Kudarat (1), Davao del
Norte (3) and Davao del Sur (2). This brings to 29 the total number of EcoGov assisted
LGUs in the South-Central Mindanao region which have met the waste diversion criteria.
This represents 91% of all LGUs assisted by EcoGov in the region.
Twelve LGUs completed their plans within the year while eight (8) were legitimized by
their SBs. The SWM Plans of Banga and Lake Sebu in South Cotabato, and Carmen and
Matalam in North Cotabato have been reviewed, approved and endorsed by their
respective Boards and MDCs to their SB and are expected to be legitimized in October
2009. Three more SWM plans were being drafted, including that of Cotabato City, when
Year 5 ended.

The comprehensive SWM ordinances of 4 LGUs (Pres. Roxas, Maitum, Alabel, Kiamba)
were finalized. The Pres Roxas ordinance was formally adopted on 30 September 2009.
The ordinances of the three other LGUs are for final review at the SB committee before
these will be submitted for final reading in the regular plenary session of the SB.
Implementation activities have been initiated by all these LGUs, with assistance from
EcoGov and their PLGUs, while plans were being completed or going through
legitimization and in some cases while new ISWM ordinances were undergoing
enactment. Implementation activities were usually focused on promoting waste
segregation and segregated collection in public markets, municipal halls, urban
barangays/puroks, schools and hospitals, and establishing composting systems, MRFs
and RCAs. Pilot school-based SWM programs have been successfully established in all
the LGUs and these are expected to be replicated in more schools. An innovative practice
in Tantangan (South Cotabato) is the use of deployment of “Teacher Enablers” from an
elementary school to each purok to promote and monitor the practice of waste
segregation and composting at the household level. In Lake Sebu (South Cotabato),
through an EcoGov small grant to an NGO, clean up drives and training of T’boli women
in selected lakeside communities on waste segregation were conducted with the
assistance of the BLGU and MLGU.
In Davao City, EcoGov assistance focused on the enactment of the Comprehensive

ISWM Ordinance and piloting of SWM in a high density coastal barangay of the city
where a marine sanctuary is located. EcoGov staff served as resource persons during the
4th and 5th SP committee hearings on the ordinance held on 27 July 2009 and 10 August
2009 respectively. The committee agreed to hold a consultation-hearing with
plastic/styrofoam producers. In Brgy Matina Aplaya, SWM implementation is being
initiated with the BLGU and city LGU as part of managing the settlement zone of the
coastal area. This activity is being jointly undertaken with the EcoGov CRM team. A
Barangay SWM Committee has been formed and the plan is to initiate SWM pilot
activities in three puroks on October 2009.
SWM implementation in four other cities along the Davao Gulf has been intensified with
EcoGov assistance resulting in significant waste diversion. These four cities were
previously implementing SWM. EcoGov technical assistance enabled them to adopt a
more systematic and participatory approach to SWM.
o Samal City: Two barangays and a purok serve as pilot/demo areas of the city. These
barangays reconstituted their barangay ESWM Committees and started their SWM
campaign in all puroks, establishing purok-level waste collection points and/or
composters. Brgy. Bandera has an operational MRF and vermi-composting facility
near the barangay hall; Brgy. Catagman is reaching out to resorts in the area.
Current partners include 3 schools, the Paradise Island Resort, Samal District
Hospital and the Lawig Subdivision of another barangay. The City LGU initiated
discussions last July 2009 on the establishment of SLF in the newly acquired land

for its EcoPark and is requesting assistance from EcoGov in SLF design
preparation.
o Panabo City: Starting 1 July 2009, the implementation of segregated collection

expanded from its SWM pilot area (Brgy. Sto. Niňo) to cover 11 urban barangays.
The City ENRO provided training to enforcers in 11 barangays and would be
assessing their performance after six months. Segregation at source and segregated
collection were initiated in the public market in May and, vermi-composting and
heap/windrows composting systems have been set up in the LGU disposal facility in
Brgy. Nanyo for processing biodegradable waste from the public market and other
establishments. EcoGov provided inputs on how to improve the processing of
collected biodegradable waste in the existing disposal area. On 22 July 2009, a
Memorandum Order appointing SWM coordinator/focal persons for every
department in the City Hall was issued. This is part of City ENRO efforts to make
the City Hall compound a model to different barangays. Previously, the city LGU
developed three schools as SWM point source models (Maryknoll College, Sto.
Niño Elementary School, and Francisco Adlaon Learning Institute).
o Tagum City: Full segregation at source and segregated collection is currently being
implemented in 14 out of 24 barangays of the City. Major waste generators (i.e.,
schools, hospitals, city hall compound, public market) are now practicing
segregation. A significant improvement is evident in the public market where
enforcers have been deployed. Each of these barangays has a functional BESWMC.
The city LGU has an operational central composting facility and has started
introducing vermi-composting in some barangays.
o Digos City: Segregation at source and segregated collection are practiced in the
public market, with segregation bins provided by the LGU and enforcement done by
personnel of the Market Administrator and a team from City ENRO. Four tons of
biodegradable waste from the public market are brought daily to the LGU disposal
facility in Brgy. Longag for composting using windrows. Mechanized sorting and
processing of biodegradable waste will be introduced as soon as the PhP 15.0
million (USD 319,149) Materials Recovery Facility and composting buildings are
completed and equipment (i.e., conveyor system, shredders, and composting bins)
installed. An urban barangay, Brgy San Jose is serving as pilot barangay for SWM.
It has an established MRF and composting facility. It has also intensified its SWM
campaign in all puroks. An elementary school and the Digos Doctors Hospital have
started practicing waste diversion.
o Malalag: Located within the Davao Gulf area, Malalag also achieved significant
progress in SWM implementation. About 80% of the 600 households in Brgy.
Bagumbayan are reported to be practicing segregation, recycling and composting.
The Davao del Sur School of Fisheries (DSSF) which is located in the same
barangay has also started its SWM program. In Brgy. Poblacion which has about
1,600 households, IEC activities are ongoing. Segregation at source, recycling and
composting are also being implemented at the municipal hall, public market,

Golinggay Medical Center (pilot hospital), and Eagle’s View Resort (pilot resort).
Malalag has legitimized its 10-year SWM plan and enacted its ordinance.
The construction of the toxic and hazardous waste (THW) disposal facility in Kidapawan
City that is being financed by 7 hospitals in the city is almost complete. To help the LGU
and its hospital partners in developing the guidelines for the operation of the THW
facility, EcoGov facilitated the cross visit of the Pollution Control Officers of the 7
participating hospitals and City ENRO and Health Department staff of the LGU to the
General Santos Doctors Hospital on 24 June 2009. Gen San Doctors Hospital has a health
care waste management program. With EcoGov assistance, the operational guidelines for
the THW facility have been completed. The EcoGov was able to share this private-public
sector partnership initiative during the Pollution Control Officers (Region 12) training for
proper hospital waste management on 18 September 2009 in Koronadal City.
With mentoring and coaching provided by the CEST, nine out of ten LGUs substantially
completed their SLF DEDs and IEEs although some detailed drawings will still be
needed to make the designs ready for construction. The comments of the CEST on the
designs were discussed by the EcoGov UEM Mindanao team with the concerned LGU
SLF Design Teams. Work on the Kidapawan SLF design was delayed due to late
completion of the topographic map of the entire SLF. The initial SLF DED and IEE of
the LGU was only submitted on 26 September 2009 for review of the EcoGov UEM
specialists. The CEST contract was officially closed on 30 July 2009.
Of the nine LGUs with SLF DED designs and IEEs, three have been issued ECCs by
DENR-EMB 12: Kalamansig (22 June 2009), Kabacan (21 August 2009), and Surallah
(3 September 2009). Kiamba has submitted its IEE and is awaiting ECC issuance. Digos
City has previously secured an ECC for its proposed SLF site.
The Province of South Cotabato and the Surallah MLGU have agreed to immediately
implement the common SLF project. This will be done by administration, under the
supervision of the Surallah Municipal Engineering Office. The PLGU signed an
agreement with the MLGU on 7 September 2009 for the release to the latter of Ph 6.5
million (USD 138,298) which the PLGU committed for the construction of Category 2
SLF. The groundbreaking ceremony was also held on that day which was witnessed by
the PLGU, EcoGov, DENR Region 12, the barangay officials of Surallah and some LCEs
of members LGU of the cluster.
The municipality of Polomolok entered into a MOA 9 September 2009 with adjacent
LGU Tupi for the use of its SLF. As provided for in the MOA, Tupi and Polomolok will
agree on a reasonable tipping fee.
To check if the SLFs of Tacurong City and Polomolok are being managed and operated
properly, a joint EcoGov and PLGU/EMB 12 team visited the facility on 17-19 August
2009 and held discussions with the concerned staff and officials of both LGUs to discuss
findings and recommendations. The team took note of these problems in Polomolok: (1)
parts of the disposal area remain unlined, (2) there are no leachate treatment facilities

(what exists are leachate collection ponds only), (3) there is no regular equipment on site,
thus, waste are not regularly compacted and spill over to unlined areas. Similar
observations were made in the Tacurong City SLF with these additional findings: (1)
non-segregated wastes are brought to the SLF, (2) landfill operations need improvement,
and (3) road access requires maintenance. Both LGUs committed to make necessary
improvements.
At least seven LGUs in the region have so far been given an orientation on cost recovery
and ring fencing. They have also been coached and assisted in preparing SWM cost and
revenue analysis which allowed them to examine the extent of their subsidy to SWM and
their options to recover costs. While these activities have served as eye openers, only
four of the LGUs have made decisions to ring fence their SWM operations. The others,
such as Alabel and Tacurong City have yet to decide if they will ring fence their account
or continue with their current system of simply maintaining separate ledgers for SWM
transactions.
o Polomolok: Polomolok ring-fenced its SWM operations by opening a separate bank

account for SWM. It has formulated the management guidelines for the use of funds
in the Special Account and these have been reviewed by its Local Finance
Committee. In an effort to devolve waste collection services to its three urban
barangays, the LGU gave these barangays authority to collect fees within their
jurisdiction and use the revenues to support their collection activities. Thus the
orientation on SWM cost recovery and ring fencing was also extended to these three
barangays, which indicated interest to develop their own cost recovery plans next
quarter. The Polomolok ring-fenced account will mainly be for fee collections from
establishments and from tipping fees.
o Kabacan: Kabacan has formulated a cost recovery plan based on its SWM cost and
revenue analysis. This has been presented to the SWM Board in September 2009
and elevated to the SB. The LGU intends to open a Special Account and formulate
the guidelines for fund utilization as soon as the plan is adopted by SB.
o Surallah: Surallah has presented its draft cost recovery plan and the proposed
guidelines on the management of its special account to the SWM Board last July
2009. The TWG is incorporating the revisions to the plan which will again be
presented to the SWM Board for endorsement to SB.
o Kidapawan City: Kidapawan City developed a cost recovery plan that includes its
proposal to rationalize the Environmental Management Fee based on the results of
its survey on capacity and willingness to pay. The city has developed guidelines on
the management of its SWM fund which is expected to be adopted next quarter.
In preparation for the planned focus on Davao Gulf in Years 6 and 7, EcoGov initiated
coordination with DENR Region 11 and EMB Region 11 in identifying LGUs within the
Davao Gulf which could be potential partners in SWM. Exploratory discussions were
also held with three PLGUs (Davao Sur, Davao Norte and Davao Oriental).

UEM Accomplishments – Western Mindanao
Four LGUs met the criteria for 25% waste diversion during the year: Dumalinao and
Guipos in Zamboanga del Sur, and Imelda and Tungawan in Zamboanga Sibugay.
Technical assistance to these LGUs both in SWM planning and implementation were
provided in collaboration with the respective PLGUs.
Dumalinao is serious about SWM implementation. This is evident in the decision to train
and deploy 350 SWM enforcers from 15 barangays. In addition to waste segregation,
backyard composting is also strictly implemented in 6 urban barangays. It has
established an MRF and has purchased land for its Category 1 SLF. It has temporarily
established an RCA as it plans to proceed with the closure and rehabilitation of the
existing open dumpsite following the DENR approved closure plan. Recently, an
assessment was done of the SWM program of its barangay and performing barangays
were recognized and given awards during the Foundation Day on 16 September 2009.
The SWM program of Guipos covers 9 urban barangays where the “no segregation, no
collection” policy is being strictly implemented. Extensive IEC activities have been
conducted at the barangay level with the Guipos National High School and Guipos
Central Elementary School serving as models on segregation at source and heap-type
composting. A total of 264 auxiliary enforcers from the nine barangays have been
deputized. Similar to Dumalinao, it intends to recognize barangays with good SWM
programs during Foundation Day in October 2009.
Tungawan is also strictly implementing its “no segregation, no collection” policy in

Barangay Poblacion, which includes the public market and commercial establishments. It
has an operational composting facility which is processing biodegradable materials from
the public market and Poblacion. It also has an operational RCA within the proposed 4-
hectare SLF site which has passed the evaluation of MGB. Imelda is also focusing on the
public market and urban barangays where a series of IEC activities are being continued.
It is in the process of establishing an RCA within the 1.2-hectare proposed SLF site.
Other LGUs with significant EcoGov and/or PLGU-assisted SWM initiatives are
Labangan, Pagadian City and Dimataling (Zamboanga del Sur) and Marawi City (Lanao
del Sur). The SWM activities of the LGUs in Zamboanga del Sur are being related to
their coastal resource/fisheries management programs. These three LGUs are members of
the IBRA 9. The SWM program of Marawi City is deemed part of the protection of
Lanao Lake.
o Labangan: Labangan is yet to complete its SWM plan but IEC activities have
already been started in the barangays. Focus areas are Barangay Poblacion and
Barangay Bulanit, a Muslim dominated coastal barangay, where there are extensive
seaweed farms where plastic pouches are used as floaters. The team has
recommended the use of polyethelyne terephthalate (PET) bottles as floaters as they
will not require frequent replacement and are recyclable.

o Pagadian City: Pagadian City SWM implementation is being revived particularly at
the public market and two barangays. In the public market, consultations were held
with the officers of the fruit and vegetables section as this section produces the
largest volume of biodegradable waste. A composting site is proposed to be
established in the public market area. Barangays Kawit and Dau have been assisted
in organizing their Barangay Solid Waste Management Committees and formulating
their SWM action plans. IEC activities are being conducted per purok/zone on waste
segregation and backyard composting. Pagadian City has firmed up plans for the
initial closure of its open dumpsite.
o Dimataling: Dimataling SWM program is still limited in scope, mainly within the
municipal hall, public market and households around the municipal hall. Its most
significant initiative is in Barangay Bacayawan, a coastal LGU, where it is
promoting backyard composting of biodegradable waste from seaweed farms and
the replacement of plastic pouch floaters to PET bottles. It is reported that 75% to
80% of the seaweeds farmers have already adopted this practice.
o Marawi City: Marawi City held an SWM orientation on 11 June 11 for members of
the city’s Muslim Religious Leaders (MRLs) to secure their support in promoting
proper solid waste management in the city. Over 50 leaders from the ranks of the
Aleem, Aleema, and the city local government attended the event, which
highlighted principles of Islamic environmental management, culled from the
environmental sourcebook Al Khalifa (The Steward). The MRL members were
encouraged to (1) emphasize SWM issues and topics in their khutbas (sermons), (2)
hold outreach sessions on Fridays to inform/update their communities on the City’s
SWM program and SWM practices, and (3) mobilize worshippers and other
religious leaders to practice proper waste management (waste segregation,
composting and recycling) inside the mosque compound and in the Madrasa. A
Declaration of Support to keep the Islamic City of Marawi Clean was then signed by
the participants. A follow-up activity conducted on 16 July 2009 centered on four
major mosques near the public market. The city TWG helped the administrators of
the mosques prepare action plans on SWM IEC. Other initiatives of Marawi City are
the establishment of an MRF and composting facility within the city hall, a similar
composting facility for the biodegradable waste from the fruit and vegetable
sections of the public market, and SWM programs in two schools.
The EcoGov team assisted the Province of Zamboanga del Sur design and facilitate the
Provincial Solid Waste Management Forum that was held on 12 December 2008. The
LCEs and key staff of the component LGUs of the province were given an orientation on
RA 9003 and a dialogue on SWM related concerns was held with DENR-EMB and the
NSWMC. Major output of the forum was a provincial action plan for 2009 which aimed
to complete SWM plans and ordinances in most of the 23 LGUs in the province.
EcoGov continued to assist the Zamboanga del Sur PLGU in its scaling up activities. The
PLGU currently has signed MOAs with 11 LGUs — Kumalarang, Lapuyan, V. Sagun,
Margosatubig, Dimataling, Pitogo, Aurora, Tambulig, Tukuran, Dinas and San Pablo. To

enable the PLGU to assist all these target LGUs, EcoGov helped form a pool of trainers
from within the provincial TWG (which consist of the Provincial Legal Officer, a DILG
Officer, the Community Relations Officer of the Provincial PNP, SWM Division Head,
Provincial Sanitary Inspector, and staff of the Zamboanga del Sur Provincial
Environmental Management Office) and build their capability through formal and hands-
on training, mentoring and coaching (e.g., SWM planning, composting, and RCA
establishment). Meetings with DENR CENRO District 1 and District 2, and the PENRO
were initiated to discuss level of collaboration with the PLGU. This has resulted in the
designation of an SWM focal person by the PENRO and CENRO officers. The EcoGov
SWM Assisting Professional conducted a simple marketing study on recyclables from
April to May 2009, which would help the PLGU TWG better understand the market and
business practices of junkshop operators, and find ways to improve resource recovery and
strengthen the recycling sector in Zamboanga del Sur.
The EcoGov also supported the initiative of the PLGU to implement an SWM program in
the different offices within the provincial capitol, particularly on segregation at source
and composting. The Provincial Governor issued a memorandum for the strict
implementation of the program.
The Province of Zamboanga Sibugay formalized technical assistance agreements with 10

LGUs: Alicia, Olutanga, Talusan, Payao, Diplahan, Malangas, Mabuhay, RT Lim,
Kabasalan and Titay. The PLGU, in close collaboration with the DILG, launched Gawad
ng Probinsya sa Kapaligiran and the PLGU TWG is now on the process of conducting an
evaluation of the SWM programs at the municipal level.
Lessons Learned in Solid Waste Management for Year 5
The scaling-up of SWM can best be promoted through the provincial LGUs, with
technical support from DENR-EMB. This approach has been proven effective in the 11
PLGUs that EcoGov is working with. These PLGUs have assigned staff/teams for SWM
and have allocated annual budgets for their capability-building and other activities.
Moreover, related training and mentoring functions (mainly on SWM planning) have
been taken over by the PLGUs, which have allowed EcoGov to reach more than what it
could have under a direct technical assistance mode. DENR–EMB has limited resources
and has internal structural constraints that make reaching out to LGUs very difficult. The
PLGUs and DENR-EMB will need to work as an alliance. The DENR must recognize
that PLGUs can play important roles in advancing the implementation of SWM in LGU,
over and above what is articulated in the RA 9003:

o With training, PLGUs can be effective TA providers to LGUs;
o PLGUs can support and facilitate decisions and actions best taken at sub-provincial
and provincial levels (e.g., clustering of LGUs, developing external markets for
recyclables, promotion of SWM among large industries or sectors);
o PLGUs can extend financial or commodity support to the establishment of SWM

facilities or leverage funding for their LGUs;
o PLGUs can support the development of learning models/sites; and
o SWM can be included in regular monitoring of LGU performance; good SWM can
be included as a basis for a reward/incentive scheme
In support of PLGU initiatives, the principal role for DENR should be the provision of
technical advice on policies and standards, and facilitating increased LGU compliance
with specific requirements by clarifying, streamlining and enforcing implementing rules
and regulations, procedures and requirements.
Developing PLGU and DENR capability for SWM implementation is a larger challenge
(compared to SWM plan preparation) to technical assistance providers such as EcoGov.
SWM implementation requires a mix of skills (engineering, systems development, policy
development, advocacy, social marketing and communications, financial management,
performance monitoring). Developing these capabilities in the PLGU and DENR-EMB
necessitates a longer training and mentoring period, and more creative teaching tools and
methods. DENR-EMB staff needto be retooled so they can better respond to the changing
needs of LGUs in SWM. EcoGov, thus, needs to review and refine its technical
assistance modules, delivery methods and knowledge products to enhance effectiveness
in meeting mainstreaming and institutionalization objectives.
There is increasing demand from EcoGov LGU partners for technical assistance on SLF
development (i.e., design, construction monitoring, operations and cost recovery through
fees) as most of the EcoGov-assisted LGUs have achieved significant advances in waste
diversion and are ready to move on to waste disposal. The implementation of DENR’s 3-
strike policy is also pushing LGUs to seek such assistance from EcoGov. The team will
not be able to respond to all requests due to resource and time limitations. There is a need
to work out a program with DENR and PLGUs to establish a system for developing local
capacity to assist LGUs properly design, construct and manage SLFs, particularly in areas
where more serious access problems exist (e.g., Mindanao). The PLGU, academe, private
contractors/engineering firms, and engineering professional organizations will play an
important role and can serve as vital partners for the DENR. The development of learning
sites and working models in the province/regions should be part of the strategy.

The consistently unstable peace and order situation in Mindanao has affected the timely
delivery of technical assistance in conflict affected areas such as Basilan, North Cotabato,
Sultan Kudarat, Cotabato City, and to some extent Sarangani. As a temporary measure,
some activities had to be held off-site, in more secure locations. EcoGov will continue to
use this strategy throughout Years 6 and 7.
Continued delays in LGU actions on plan approval, ordinance issuance, enforcement,

SWM organization, and procurement/establishment of facilities. It is of concern that
these problems are occurring in LGUs which are deemed critical to the KBA in which
they are located. Among these are: Bais City in Tanon Strait, Panglao in Bohol Sea,
Davao City in Davao Gulf, Gen. Santos City in Sarangani Bay, Pagadian City in Illana
Bay, Basilan in Moro Gulf, and Marawi City in Lanao Lake. EcoGov will continue its
dialogue/communications with most of these LGU, with the participation of the PLGU
and DENR PENROs. The situation in these LGUs will be assessed after the local
elections and a final decision will be made regarding phase-out of TA.
The messages from the national government on “zero waste” and “sanitary landfills”
remain unclear. There is need to clarify the disposal options of LGUs, including the pros
and cons, the costs and benefits of each. EcoGov will ensure that these options are
covered in discussions on the engineering component of SWM.
Most engineering personnel engaged by LGUs do not have the basic skills and facilities
needed in the design of an SLF, primarily in the preparation of digitized topographic
maps of their sites and the use of AUTOCAD in engineering designs. Considerable
delays were encountered for this reason, compounded by the fact that LGU staff are
unable to devote their full attention to this task. As such there were multiple extensions
of contracts of EcoGov local service providers (LSPs), which had to assume some of the
tasks expected to be done by LGUs so deadlines can be met. EcoGov recently did a
detailed review of the SLF TA design with selected LSPs and specialists, and refined its
content, phasing and timeframe in preparation for the next round of SLF training. It was
agreed that future recipients of the TA will have to meet basic requirements and that
EcoGov will ensure that completed designs undergo quality control/review by its
specialists. EcoGov will also develop some toolkits/templates to facilitate LGU design
work.
Some LGUs started the construction of their SLFs even without the required ECCs and
are proceeding without proper construction supervision and monitoring. The monitoring
done by the EcoGov team indicated that some plans lack the required details for
construction purposes. The design of some components are arbitrarily modified without
fully understanding SLF principles or standards, and construction processes and revisions
are not being documented (i.e., no “as built” designs which are critical to operations and
maintenance).

Those LGUs with ECC showed a limited understanding of the conditions listed in the
certificate. Since DENR-EMB does not have sufficient capability to monitor SLF
progress and check compliance with design standards, EcoGov has included periodic
monitoring of these facilities with PLGU and DENR EMB in the UEM workplan for
Years 6 and 7. Also included will be development and delivery of a training program for
LGUs and DENR on construction methods and construction monitoring prior to actual
construction. These will be undertaken with feedback of findings to the LGU, PLGU,
DENR-EMB regional office, EMB central and NSWMC Secretariat.
Technical assistance MOAs with Davao Gulf provinces, at least Davao Norte and Davao
Sur.
Selection of new municipal or city LGUs for technical assistance in Years 6 and 7. These
will be from Davao Gulf and Tañon Strait.
SWM orientation for new PLGUs and MLGU partners; assessment of status of current
SWM activities.
Full completion of all SLF engineering designs and IEE, for submission to EMB for ECC
issuance.
Completion of reformatted SWM Training Guide and Best Practices Sourcebook.

2.4 Municipal Investments in Sanitation
The long term objective of work in this sub-sector is to improve the management and
treatment of sewage and septage to reduce threats to human health and adverse impacts on
the environment, specifically on biodiversity in near shore areas, river systems, and coastal
waters. EcoGov will achieve this by assisting 20 LGUs invest in sanitation facilities.
Summary of Accomplishments
EcoGov was able to engage 21 LGUs to develop their wastewater/septage management

projects. As of the end of September 2009, the status of the sector is as follows:
Five- Target Total

Year Accomplishment for Accomplishment Accomplishment
Indicator Target end of Year 4 Year 5 end of Year 5 end of Sept 09
19 LGUs
LGUs with
20 14 (93% of Yr 5 and
investments in 6 LGUs 13 LGUs
LGUs LGUs 95% of LOP
sanitation/WWTF
targets)
Php 16.0
Value of LGU Php 35.97million
million (USD Php 19.97 million
investments (USD 765,319)
340,426) (USD 424,894)
Estimated
number of At least
At least 129,310
people benefitted 92,000 At least 37,310
persons
by LGU persons persons
investments
Investments of the 19 LGUs are for the following:
WWM Investments 2008 2009

Operationalization of existing septage Alabel Kiamba, Maitum,
treatment facilities Malapatan, Malalag
New construction of a wastewater Kidapawan City, Bais City Samal City, Maribojoc,
treatment facility for slaughterhouse Koronadal City
Retrofitting of wastewater treatment facility Tacurong Talibon,
for a slaughterhouse
New construction of wastewater treatment Gen. Santos City, Digos City, Panabo City,
facility for public market Polomolok City
Improvement of wastewater treatment Bayawan City
facility for a hospital
Improvement of wastewater treatment Loboc
facility for tourism complex
New construction of communal sewage Lake Sebu
treatment system for communities
(communal septic tanks with leach fields)
Two sessions of a two-part training course on appropriate wastewater treatment systems

were held in Cebu City and Davao City in November to December 2008. The course
covered various wastewater treatment technologies, existing regulations, financing

options and communications support. Participants prepared design concepts for
wastewater treatment systems for specific wastewater generators. A total of 19 EcoGov-
assisted LGUs (12 in Mindanao and 7 in Central Visayas) participated in the training.
Other participants were from DENR (Regions 2, 7, 11, 12 and ARMM), provincial LGUs
(Nueva Vizcaya, South Cotabato, Negros Oriental, Bohol and Cebu), academic
institutions (3 universities in Mindanao and 2 in Central Visayas), Department of Health
(DOH), professional organizations (Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers and Pollution
Control Officers Association of the Philippines), and some private organizations/ NGO.
Four partner city LGUs of the Philippine Sanitation Alliance (PSA) — Zamboanga,
Cagayan de Oro, Iloilo and Dumaguete — also attended the training and developed their
own project proposals.
Nine partner LGUs conducted assessments of the wastewater problems of specific areas
in their respective LGUs. These were Lake Sebu, Polomolok, Digos City, Samal City,
Panabo City, Tagum City and Malalag in Mindanao and Talibon and Maribojoc in Bohol.
The assessment of Bais City is ongoing while Loboc scheduled the activity on the first
quarter of Year 6.
Municipal Investment Accomplishments – Central Visayas
The training course on appropriate wastewater treatment systems was held in Cebu City
on 21-24 October 2008 (Session 1) and 18-20 November, 2008 (Session 2). Out of 36
who attended, 23 participants successfully completed all training requirements
(attendance, presentation of a project and an exam). The participants came from PLGUs,
city and municipal LGUs, academe, and the private sector.
Four of seven LGUs assisted by EcoGov were able to meet the minimum criteria for
sanitation investment: Bayawan City, Talibon. Maribojoc, and Loboc. All these LGUs
attended the wastewater training, through which they were able to start the design of their
WWTF projects. The BEMO provided technical assistance to the three Bohol LGUs
through one engineer who also attended the EcoGov course.
o Talibon: The new abattoir of the LGU with retrofitted wastewater treatment facility
has been completed but not functional since equipment have not been delivered. The
LGU is preparing the IEE document for its ECC application and discharge permit.
The total retrofitting cost is Php 350,000 (USD 7,447).
o Maribojoc: The DED of the wastewater treatment system for the existing abattoir
was completed. This facility will employ a bio-digester to recover methane from
before the wastewater is directed to ABR-constructed wetland treatment. The
energy from the bio-digester will fuel a small water boiler. The LGU allocated
PhP500,000 (USD10,638) for the project; 50% will come from a grant from the
DBM Kilos Asenso Fund. The IEE for ECC application is being prepared.
Construction is to commence next quarter.

o The LGU also completed the DED for its Coastal Community WWM Project. The
design includes a secondary treatment facility for the effluent before it is disposed to
the natural wetland or mangroves for further polishing. The actual development of
the facility, which cost about PhP 4.25 million (USD 90,626) is being hampered by
funding constraints. The IEE for its ECC application is currently being prepared.
o Loboc. The DED for the improvement of the Loboc Tourism Complex wastewater
treatment system is complete. The SB approved the project and a budget of PhP
550,000 (USD 11,702); it was launched along with the LGU’s SWM program last
July 2009. The preparation of the IEE document is on-going. The LGU is set to
acquire the lot adjacent to the facility.
o Bayawan City. The WWTF of the Bayawan City District Hospital is already
complete but is not functional yet, as the existing septic tanks and conveyance
system need to be rehabilitated. A grant from the EU for hospital improvements
includes the septic tanks and sewer system.
Other than the above, the Bayawan City design team is working on other treatment
systems. With assistance of the German Development Service (GDS), a sanitation survey
in the five urban barangays, was conducted as part of Phase 1 of a proposed wastewater/
septage treatment project. The team has developed the design concept which integrates
the WWTF for the public market. The design includes an anaerobic baffled reactor
(ABR) for primary treatment, connected to a centralized constructed wetland which will
also treat septic tank effluents from the households and establishments. The plan is to
design the constructed wetlands in modules.
Another initiative of Bayawan City is the operation of a septage treatment facility which
will also function as leachate treatment facility for the city SLF. It has been completed
but not operational yet as arrangements for septage collection (desludging) and fees
collection are still being worked out. These will form part of the proposed septage
management ordinance which is being drafted. Some inputs to the ordinance were the
result of the EcoGov-sponsored exposure trip of LGU staff to the Alabel septage
treatment facility in Sarangani in August 2009.
Bais City completed the construction of the WWTF of its abattoir; it has been issued an
ECC for the new slaughterhouse which is not operational yet because the equipment has
not been delivered. The LGU is currently working on its application for discharge permit
with the DENR.
Dauin, Negros Oriental is completing the design of the WWTF for the public market. The
budget initially allocated for this was realigned to other projects.
Training on wastewater assessment was conducted by EcoGov in January 2009 for

Talibon, Maribojoc, Loboc, Dauin and Bais City. The training was designed to enhance
the LGU appreciation of their WWM needs and to encourage them to develop a longer
term WWM program, in addition to their initial WWM projects.

o Talibon conducted their WWM assessment and planning workshops on 14-15 July
2009. The WWM strategic action plan is being finalized for presentation to the SB
next quarter. The assessment focused on five urban barangays.
o Maribojoc conducted their WWM assessment and planning workshops on 16-17

July 2009. The WWM strategic plan is being finalized. The assessment focused on
the 19 barangays that are drained by tributaries that flow to Maribojoc Bay.
o Bais City started its WWM survey and expects to complete it next quarter.
Initial discussions were held with University of San Carlos (USC) in Cebu City,
regarding possible integration of WWM into civil engineering or related courses and
development of WWTF within the campus. The on-site facility can serve as a learning
laboratory and a showcase for the community. There was an expression of interest in this
proposal by USC.
In preparation for Years 6 and 7, a rapid assessment was made of the LGUs that border
both sides of Tañon Strait to identify potential recipients of WWM technical assistance.
Four LGUs from Negros Occidental and two from Cebu were proposed for consideration.
Municipal Investment Accomplishments – South-Central Mindanao
Renovation work on the ablution facility of the 20-year-old Masjid Addawah Al-Islamie
mosque in Marawi City was completed by the Mindanao State University. It was
formally turned over to the mosque administrator on 22 October 2008.
Wastewater assessments and initial planning that were started in seven LGUs in
Mindanao in Year 4 were completed and results were presented to their LCEs and SB/
SP. This includes five in the Davao Gulf area (Samal City, Digos City, Panabo City,
Tagum City, and Malalag) and two in South Cotabato (Polomolok and Lake Sebu). The
Lake Sebu results were likewise presented to the Protected Area Management Board on
22 October 2008.
The two-part training course on appropriate wastewater treatment systems was held in
Davao City on 11-14 November 2008 (Session 1) and 2-4 December, 2008 (Session 2). A
total of 46 participants attended the first session with 38 participants successfully
completing the course. These included 2 from partner LGUs, 20 from EcoGov-assisted
city and municipal LGUs, and 5 from DENR-EMB (Regions 2, 11, 12 and ARMM).
Five LGUs successfully brought their WWM projects to the investment stage thus
meeting the project’s criteria for sanitation investment.
o Digos: The WWTF for the Digos City Public Market is estimated to cost Php 6.0
million (USD 127,660). This investment requirement was included in the approved

loan package for the reconstruction of the market. The construction contract has
already been awarded and is scheduled to commence in October 2009.
o Samal City: The proposed WWTF for the slaughterhouse had an initial budget of
Php 500,000 (USD 10,638). The LGU committed to propose to its Local Finance
Committee the allocation of an additional Php 300,000 (USD6,383) so its
implementation can commence on the first quarter of 2010. The second project of
Samal City, WWTFs for two Coastal Parks with estimated costs of Php 6.5 million
(USD 138,298) and Php 3.5 million (USD 74,468), respectively, is undergoing
design revisions. This is expected to be funded by the Congressional Office which
has proposed Php 10 million (USD 212,766) for the WWTFs.
o Panabo: The CENRO has submitted a proposal to its Local Finance Committee for
the inclusion of Php 2.0 million (USD 42,553) in the 2010 budget for the WWTF of
the Panabo City Premium Public Market. The project DED is being finalized.
o Lake Sebu: Four common sewage treatment systems were established through a
grant provided by EcoGov to the Cooperative of Women for Development
(COWHED) and counterpart funding from PLGU South Cotabato, and LGU Lake
Sebu. The project directly benefitted 40 T’boli households. The systems were turned
over on 7 September 7, 2009 to the beneficiaries who were also trained on the O&M
of the facilities. The project will serve as model for replication.
o Koronadal City. The construction of the WWTF of its slaughterhouse is about 90%
complete. Work was suspended due to delay in the release of funds.
The LGUs of Polomolok and Koronadal in South Cotabato were provided assistance in
IEE preparation by EcoGov, the PEMO of South Cotabato and EMB 12. The same
assistance was extended to three Davao Gulf LGUs, namely Digos, Samal, and Tagum.
The IEEs of the five LGUs have been finalized but have yet to be submitted to DENR-
EMB.
EcoGov monitored the progress of the “older” LGUs in the construction and/or
management of their WWTFs.
o Polomolok: The facility physical structures have been constructed but pre-treatment
facilities are not in place yet. The EcoGov team observed that there was stagnant
water in the open chambers and the facility is not protected from vandals. The LGU
was advised to construct the sewer system and pre-treatment facilities prior to
commissioning the WWTF, provide adequate and appropriate fencing, and prepare
the IEE for its ECC application. South Cotabato PLGU volunteered to assist the
Polomolok on the latter.

o Tacurong City. The WWTF of the new slaughterhouse has been completed but the
slaughterhouse is not operating yet since the equipment have not been delivered.
The LGU needs to construct the EcoGov proposed modifications to the treatment
system.
o Gen. Santos City: The WWTF for the public market is at the pre-bidding stage. A
supplemental budget of Php 8.0 million (USD 170,213) has been allocated to this
project. .
o Kidapawan City: The LGU has bidded out the project; the winning bidder will
commence work after completing some contracting requirements.
o Alabel: The desludging coverage within Alabel has increased. EcoGov facilitated
the initial Alabel-Gen. Santos City talks regarding the proposed agreement for the
desludging of all city LGU offices and facilities. The parties continued to review the
cost components of the desludging and tipping fees proposed by Alabel.
With PLGU Sarangani, EcoGov extended assistance to four other LGUs (Kiamba,
Maitum, Malapatan, and Maasim) in the province with STFs to make their facilities
operational. Only Maasim failed to meet the EcoGov criteria for sanitation investments.
Similar assistance was provided to Malalag in Davao Sur. EcoGov assistance included:
(1) review and amendment of septage management ordinances; (2) cost and revenue
analysis to serve as basis for charging of desludging fees; (3) ring fencing of STF
accounts; (4) conduct of septic tank survey to establish number and location of accessible
septic tanks. The Alabel MENRO served as key resource person and mentor to the other
LGUs.
With the commissioning of the Malalag STF, Digos City expressed interest to use the
facility. Malalag LGU has officially communicated to Digos City and the municipalities
of Sulop, Padada, and Sta. Maria its proposal to provide them septage treatment services.
EcoGov assisted Malalag do a cost and revenue analysis to help review and set
appropriate fees.
A workshop to draft septage management ordinance was conducted for six LGUs on 23-
24 March 2009. The six LGUs were the cities of Panabo, Digos, Samal, Tagum,
Kidapawan and Koronadal. The South Cotabato PLGU, EMB Regions 11 and 12, and
DOH Regions 11 and 12 also attended the workshop. LGUs were assisted develop the
outlines and draft of their ordinances. The draft Septage Management Ordinances of
Digos, Panabo, and Samal Cities have produced draft ordinances which pending with
their SPs.
EcoGov supported the cross visit of staff of the PEMO and selected LGUs of South
Cotabato to Marikina City and Laguna Lake Development Authority on 16-18 September
2009. This activity is related to the plan of South Cotabato PLGU to start a lake and river
management program for the province.

With DENR and EMB Region 11, LGUs within the Davao Gulf that can be potential
partners in Year 6 were identified. Initial discussions with the three PLGUs (Davao Sur,
Davao Norte and Davao Oriental) were held and responses were positive.
Lessons Learned in Municipal Investments in Sanitation for Year 5
Allowing the LGUs to start with “small” projects and decentralized systems gives them
the opportunity to immediately apply newly acquired knowledge and skills, and boosts
their confidence in designing wastewater treatment systems. Several of the partner LGUs
have already identified or are into the design of their next WWTFs (e.g., Maribojoc,
Bayawan City, Samal City). Thus it is important that they are also assisted in wastewater
assessments and developing medium-term strategic WWM plans so they are guided in
planning and prioritizing their future investments, even after the close of EcoGov.
The design of EcoGov Short Course on Appropriate Wastewater Treatment Systems

facilitated understanding of a mix of treatment technologies that are suitable for LGU-
managed and community facilities. The practicum part of the course generated a number
of project concepts several of which eventually got translated into investments proposals.
The course aided in the completion of project designs by LGUs within a shorter period of
time. The content of the course however needs review so it does not only focus on the
treatment facility but also on conveyance systems or sewers.
PLGUs serve as viable partners to be able to assist the city or municipal LGUs in
completing their WWTF designs as most PLGUs have both civil and sanitary engineering
staff. Most of the PLGUs partners of EcoGov who participated in the WWM training
show promise as resource persons or advisers to their component LGUs. This is
particularly true in PLGUs which were also involved in assisting their component LGUs
in SWM. Increased confidence is apparent.
Since WWM is a relatively new field for most LGUs, there is limited capability in LGUs
on design, construction and operation of treatment facilities. Training to date has focused
on the design. The inclusion of training modules on construction methods and operations
along with cross visits to operating WWTFs is important. There is also need to facilitate
cross-learning between those designing the systems and those who actually implement
them.
Slow pace of implementation with respect to WWTF projects with investments. Of the 14
WWTF projects with investments in new or retrofitted WWTFs, only four were
completed but the treatment systems have not been tested yet as the main facility (e.g.,
slaughterhouse, hospital) they are supporting have yet to be completed or rehabilitated.
The team will continue to follow up and help, if possible, to resolve pre-construction
issues. There is need for the team to also advise and coach the LGU TWGs to view and
plan the investment in WWTF as part of a wastewater management system or a bigger
facility. It is important that the other elements of the system (wastewater collection

system) are considered in planning and designing WWTFs so the whole system functions
effectively and efficiently.
At least five LGUs with completed written WWM assessment and strategic action plans.
Complete documentation of WWM projects with LGU investments.
List of Municipal/City LGUs for WWM TA (with formal indication of interest and
willingness to commit resources).
Packaged WWM training modules.

2.5 Strengthened Government Institutions
Strengthened National Institutions
1) GSA Index
EcoGov uses the Guided LGU Self Assessment on the State of Environmental Governance
(GSA) to measure the state of environmental governance practices in assisted LGUs. The
results also help EcoGov identify needed refinements in order to provide more targeted and
effective technical assistance to LGUs in improving their environmental governance.
The index derived from the assessment could range from the lowest 0.00 to the highest 1.00.
LGUs are categorized as well-performing (Category 1), medium performing (Category 2),
low-performing (Category 3) or over-specializing (Category 4) based on their indices. The
third iteration of this assessment covering 86 assisted LGUs was conducted from February to
June 2009. The project target is for 80 LGUs to achieve well-performing category
(Category 1 or over-all GSA index of 0.75-1.00) by the end of the base year of EcoGov in
September 2009.
The list below summarizes the highlights of the 2009 GSA and of the EcoGov assistance to
LGUs for improving their governance indices.
The 2009 GSA covered a total of 72 municipalities and 14 cities in 18 provinces in

Northern Luzon, Central Visayas, South and Central, and Western Mindanao. In terms of
proportion, this represents 56% of the total number of 153 LGUs assisted by EcoGov or
21% of the total number of 401 LGUs situated in these regions.
Eighty-one (81) LGUs that participated in the assessment achieved the well-performing
category. This represents 101% achievement of the target of ‘80” LGUs for the base year.
Only five LGUs (6% of total assessed) failed to reach the benchmark.
Eleven LGUs registered an over-all environmental governance index of 1.00, from only
two LGUs in 2007.
Steady and significant progress in local environmental governance is revealed by the

following observed trends:
o Steady improvement in LGU index category (Figure 2).
From less than one-fourth (23%) during the baseline, the proportion of well-
performing LGUs more than doubled by the midterm (58%), and continued to grow
to as high as 94% of those that self-assessed in 2009. There is no more Category 3
or low-performing LGU by 2009, from 8 and 2, respectively, during the baseline
and midterm GSAs. Within each of the LGU index categories, mean over-all index
increased indicating over-all progress in adoption of best practices.

100
No. of LGUs 80
60
40
20
0 Well- Medium Consistently Over-
performing performing low- specializing
baseline (2005) 19 28 8 27
midterm (2007) 53 18 2 18
final (2009) 81 3 0 2
LGU Category
Figure 2. Trend in LGU Category
o Increasing trend in average indices for all LGUs (Fig. 3) covered by the assessment
from the baseline average of 0.61, to midterm of 0.77 to the present 0.90.
o Marked improvement in the average index by regional office (Fig. 3), suggesting
improvement in level of environmental governance in all regions assisted by
EcoGov.
1
0.8
0.6
Over-All Index
0.4
0.2
0
NL CV SCM WM All
2005 0.52 0.68 0.71 0.64 0.61
2007 0.76 0.78 0.79 0.71 0.77
2009 0.87 0.92 0.96 0.78 0.90
Region
Figure 3. Trend in Average Regional Indices
o Rising average sectoral indices. The average index in all sectors continued to
increase, signifying rising performance particularly in the assisted sectors. CRM
continued to be the consistent top-performing sector followed by UEM, the latter
being the most improved sector. The FFM sector which continued to grow at the

slowest rate, overall, improved significantly since the baseline GSA. Adoption of
good practices in LGU internal management functions such as budgeting, bidding
and procurement continued to increase across the regions.
0.8
0.6
Index
0.4
0.2
0
Over-
FFM CRM UEM LIM
all
2005 0.56 0.81 0.59 0.70 0.57

2007 0.68 0.92 0.73 0.79 0.77
2009 0.83 0.97 0.90 0.89 0.90
Sector
Figure 4. Trend in sector indices, 2005-2009
o Rising index by governance principle. The 2009 GSA revealed remarkable

improvement in transparency (T), accountability (A), and public participation (P)
practices across all sectors of the 86 LGUs covered by the assessment (of which 81
met the criteria). In Northern Luzon, from the baseline assessment of 0.61, over-all
transparency index rose to 0.93. In Central Visayas, over-all transparency rose from
baseline of 0.76 to 0.93. The over-all transparency indices increased from 0.76 to
0.93 in South and Central Mindano and from 0.72 to 0.82 in Western Mindanao.
Over-all accountability rose from 0.38 to 0.65 in Northern Luzon, from 0.53 to 0.82
in Central Visayas, from 0.63 to 0.95 in South and Central Mindanao, and from 0.69
to 0.78 in Western Mindanao. In terms of over-all public participation, the
improvement is from 0.35 to 0.70 in Northern Luzon, from 0.68 to 0.80 in Central
Visayas, from 0.61 to 0.94 in South and Central Mindanao, and from 0.55 to 0.73 in
Western Mindanao.
o LGUs improved their performance not only in terms of adopting more ‘good
practices’ but by elevating further the quality of existing practices, by putting in
more investments and innovations and widening the geographic reach of their
environmental services.
The GoAd regional teams revisited tactical interventions designed with each LGU during
the year. This included follow through activities with the LGU focal persons, Local Chief
Executive and/or key members of the LGU Council to ascertain that gaps in
environmental governance earlier identified through the GSA will be bridged within
reasonable timeframe.

Improved environmental governance as revealed by the rising indices seems to
correspond to the duration and level of EcoGov technical assistance to the LGUs. The
rising level of environmental governance seems to parallel also the increasing
achievement of EcoGov biophysical targets in FFM, CRM, and UEM across LGU sites.
Since the indicators employed in the GSA consists of good practices which target the
reduction of threats to biodiversity arising from illegal forest cutting, conversion of
natural forests, illegal and over-fishing, and unmanaged and improperly disposed solid
and liquid wastes, the GSA results in a way also measures the extent to which these
threats are being addressed by the LGUs. Of the estimated total of 70-75 LGUs that self-
assessed in these KBAs, only four LGUs in the Illana Bay/Moro Gulf area (Pagadian
City, Labangan, Tabina, and RT Lim) failed to reach the 2009 benchmark.
The 2009 GSA covered LGUs situated in 37 (12 marine, 24 strictly terrestrial and 1
encompassing both terrestrial and marine, e.g., protected landscape/seascape) Key
Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) in Northern Luzon, Central Visayas, and South and Central
and Western Mindanao regions of the Philippines. Eleven of the 19 LGUs covered by the
GSA in Northern Luzon are bordering or situated within five terrestrial KBAs. The Baler
Bay bordered by five LGUs covered by the GSA in Aurora Province in Northern Luzon
is also being considered by EcoGov as a marine KBA, although this is not yet officially
identified by CI as among the Philippines’ marine KBAs. In Central Visayas, 29 of the 33
LGUs that underwent the GSA are situated within, or bordering 8 terrestrial, 9 marine
and one both terrestrial/marine (Talibon Protected Landscape/Seascape) KBAs. In this
region, five LGUs that self-assessed are bordering the Cuernos de Negros, one of the ten
Alliance for Zero Extinction (AZE) sites in the Philippines. AZE sites are highly
significant areas for biodiversity conservation from a global perspective, since they are
considered the last remaining strongholds for one or more critically endangered or
endangered species. In South and Central Mindanao, 17 of the LGUs that underwent the
GSA are situated within or bordering 7 terrestrial and two marine KBAs (Sarangani and
Davao Gulf). In Western Mindanao, all 13 LGUs are found in either three terrestrial, one
freshwater (Lake Lanao) and two marine KBAs (Moro Gulf and Zamboanga Sibuguey).
Twenty additional LGUs have been identified for baseline GSA scheduled for
November-December 2009. This is in preparation for the expanded target of 100 LGUs
practicing good environmental governance in 2011. The kit that will be used has been
prepared.
Implementation Challenges
The Sector/s that were not assisted by EcoGov, particularly FFM and UEM, generally
continued to pull down over-all environmental governance indices, particularly of the
LGUs that failed to hit the 2009 benchmark. Although, in a significant number of LGUs,
good practices learned in an EcoGov-assisted sector are being emulated in the other
unassisted sector/s resulting in over-all environmental governance improvement. The
assistance of PLGUs in scaling up EcoGov approaches would do a lot in reaching out to
sectors not covered by present assistance.

Common characteristics of well-performing LGUs observed are: (1) the practice of
sustaining budget allocation for the sector, (2) presence of a resource management plan
that guides LGU actions and decisions (although there are LGUs that implemented good
practices in the absence of a plan), (3) presence of functional and accountable resource
management office/staff, (4) an active local stakeholders’ group that partner with the
LGU (such as schools), and (5) outside technical assistance to address a compelling
environmental issue or threat. This suggests a need to look into the aspects of budgeting
and financing, partnership-building, leveraging, and capacity-building in order to sustain
the gains in governance in well-performing LGUs as well as to improve the performance
of the remaining relatively underperforming LGUs/sectors.
Progress in the adoption of practices in good environmental governance continued to be

relatively slow in Western Mindanao. The figure below shows that based on the latest
assessment results, LGUs in this region continued to lag behind in performance in all
sectors, except for CRM which continued to be generally an area of excellence. LGUs in
this area generally need most help in improving their FFM and UEM practices, as
assistance to these LGUs mainly focused on CRM in the past years. Northern Luzon
LGUs in Aurora and Nueva Vizcaya also need assistance in improving their FFM, but
only limited direct assistance can be provided by EcoGov during Years 6 and 7.
LGU capacity and readiness to address climate change adaptation and mitigation issues is
not included in the current configuration of good practices in the GSA. Since this is
increasingly becoming a crucial area for local environmental governance, future
assessments should include good practices along this area.
0.8
0.6
Average
Index
0.4
0.2
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FFM CRM UEM LIM
NL 0.79 0.99 0.90 0.87

CV 0.88 0.94 0.91 0.87
SCM 0.95 0.99 0.91 0.94
WM 0.56 0.95 0.76 0.80
Sector
Figure 5. 2009 Average Indices by Section by Region

2) National Support to Other GOAD Year 5 Targets
EcoGov assisted the League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) craft its final
Vision, Mission, Objectives and Key Strategies for 2009-2011. This was adopted during
the LMP’s National General Assembly in late November 2008. EcoGov also coordinated
with and assisted the LMP on the production of segments of successful LGUs for its
weekly TV program on NBN-4 “Lakbayin ang Magandang Pilipinas”. Follow on
assistance to LMP also included EcoGov participation as member of the Technical
Working Group (TWG) of the “Second Conference of Coastal Municipalities” held in
Cebu City from 24-26 June 2009. Its support included the: 1) sponsorship of four local
chief executives, 2) participation in the conference exhibit by showcasing its advocacies
on MPA, inter-LGU collaboration and Ridge to Reef (R2R) Approach to addressing
issues and challenges related to climate change, 3) co-convening with the Conservation
International (CI) and the Marine Protected Area Support Network (MSN) of the
breakout session on “Maintaining Marine Biodiversity”, including fielding of two
speakers for this session.
EcoGov supported the participation of its assisted LGUs in the “Para El Mar MPA
Awards and Recognition” activity of the Marine Protected Area Support Network
(MSN), of which it is a member. EcoGov-assisted Pilar Municipal Marine Park
(PMMPA) and Tambunan MPA garnered first and second of the top three prizes. In
addition, three of the eight consolation prizes went to EcoGov-assisted sites: Bibilik
Marine Sanctuary and Talisay MPA, which are both found in Zamboanga del Sur, and
Bangaan Marine Sanctuary located in Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay. EcoGov also
indirectly assisted through a grant to CCEF, another MPA consolation prize winner, the
Daanlungsod-Guiwang marine sanctuary situated in the Municipality of Alcoy in Cebu.
EcoGov collaborated with DENR-FASPO and other FASPs of DENR on several

activities:
o National Conference on Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) Financing on

23-24 September 2009 in Quezon City. The conference, attended by over 160
representatives from public and private sectors, helped 64 LGUs identify and
understand access to sources of finance. They now have a better understanding of
some best practices in developing “bankable” projects in forestry, water, energy,
fisheries, waste management and tourism, among others. Fifteen (15) project
proposals were “pitched” by some local governments in a “market place” forum,
specially created to help advance these proposals for investment. Follow-on
activities include the establishment of a formal network of local governments in the
Philippines focused on ENR financing that will share best practices and information
and interact with other relevant networks, development of an information base of
key sources of ENR financing, provision of technical assistance in ENR financing
for LGUs, and implementation of sector-based round table investment forums (e.g.
biodiversity conservation, carbon trading, solid waste management etc)

Over 160 participants, 64
LGUs: Interest is high in ENR
Financing. (Photo: PEMSEA)
DENR Undersecretary Paje

delivers keynote at ENR
Financing Conference: Stresses
the need for locally-driven
innovative financing
mechanisms (Photo: PEMSEA)
o Collaborated with DENR-FASPO, World Bank and ADB in developing the

Integrated Environmental Management (IEM) strategic framework that will be
piloted and implemented by several foreign-assisted projects focusing on different
sectoral concerns. The World Bank will implement the framework in its
Environment and Natural Resource Management Project (ENRMP) - Global
Environment Facility (GEF) pilots. DENR-FASPO will encourage other projects
such as the Integrated Coastal Resources Management Plan (ICRMP) and the ADB-
Integrated Natural Resources and Environmental Management (INREM) to design
and implement their activities based on this framework.
o Upon the invitation of FASPO, EcoGov lectured on “Integrated Environmental

Management Planning Framework” as part of the training for Community

Environment and Natural Resources Officers (CENROs) and Provincial
Environment and Natural Resources Officers (PENROs) on 11 May 2009 at
Caranglan, Nueva Ecija. This training provided an opportunity for EcoGov to
advocate for the adoption of the ridge to reef (R2R) integrated resource management
planning framework.
o EcoGov collaborated with FASPO and PAWB in the conduct of the National
Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) Summit held in Manila on 6 February
2009. EcoGov supported the participation of four PAMB members (3 LGUs and 1
academe) from EcoGov-assisted sites. EcoGov helped the DENR-Protected Area
and Wildlife Bureau (PAWB) draft and hold regional consultations for the
Implementing Rules and Regulation (IRR) of the National Integrated Protected
Areas (NIPAS) Act, which was launched during this Summit. As a follow-up,
EcoGov technical professionals and senior managers participated in the First
Partners meeting on enhancing implementation of Protected Area Management, 24
September 2009 in Cebu City. EcoGov also supported the participation of two
PAWB officers.
o EcoGov UEM Team collaborated with FASPO, GTZ and JICA SWM technical
assistance teams in developing the design and implementing the Thematic Forum
For SWM Best Practices and in finalizing the best practices criteria used in
selecting the LGUs that were featured in the event. The EcoGov Team prepared
case studies on three of its assisted LGUs and provided group discussion facilitators
during this forum held on September 14-15 in Cebu City.
EcoGov technical and management personnel participated in a range of other meetings

with USAID and DENR. These included:
o Meetings of the GRP-USAID Environmental Law Enforcement Working Group to

discuss the status of the ELE Road Map for 2006-2011. EcoGov has a pending
commitment to assist DENR in the development of enforcement protocols for the
forestry sector. EcoGov is expected to contribute two outputs in relation to the
forestry sector protocol. First will be the refinement of the Manual on Law
Enforcement and Due Diligence which EcoGov produced during Phase 1 through a
subcontract arrangement with the Forestry Development Center of UPLB. This
Manual will form part of Book 1 on Forestry Law Enforcement Protocol. The
second output is identification of specific protocols covering specific situations (e.g.
reported over-cutting in logging areas) in forestry law enforcement which will form
part of Book 2 of this forestry protocol.
o Meetings of the Support Group for the implementation of the Community-based

Forest Management (CBFM) Second Decade Work Plan to discuss the launching of
the workplan and status of implementation activities. EcoGov also participated in
the CBFM Policy held in April 2009 to identify key policy recommendations that
will help advance the community based forest management (CBFM) program.
EcoGov advanced policy suggestions to address major issues identified related to

the manageability of CBFM areas, selling of individual rights to lands covered by
stewardship certificates, and membership of CBFM peoples organizations (PO).
o Meeting among water and sanitation projects of USAID/OEE with respect to the
partnership between Rotary International and USAID on water supply and
sanitation. The purpose of the meeting was to request EcoGov to provide some
insights and ideas that will flow into joint program design.
o Meeting called by the DENR-NSWMC on Executive Order 774 issued by the

President reorganizing the Presidential Task Force on Climate Change. The
President is giving priority to SWM and will thus be monitoring (on-site) SWM
activities of national agencies and local governments.
EcoGov engaged in partnership-building with other relevant projects, organizations and

the private sector. These include:
o With the Global Environment Facility (GEF)-funded “Partnerships in

Environmental Management for the Seas of East Asia” (PEMSEA) to exchange
ideas on approaches to integrated coastal management, financing of environmental
infrastructure and areas for continued discussions and collaboration, including
possible EcoGov thematic contributions in the forthcoming PEMSEA-supported
East Asian Seas (EAS) Congress. PEMSEA participated as a partner at the National
Conference on ENR Financing. At the conference the PEMSEA Chief Technical
Officer, Mr. S. Adrian Ross served as member of the panel that reviewed and
offered advice for improving LGU project proposal at the market place session
portion of the ENR financing conference. A PEMSEA-technically assisted site,
Puerto Galera also participated as a resource speaker on public-private partnership.
o With the World Bank-supported Public-Private Infrastructure Advisory Facility

(PPIAF) to enable EcoGov understand better the rationale, approach and conditions
under which LGUs qualify under the Subnational Technical Assistance Program.
PPIAF participated in the National ENR Financing Conference as a resource
speaker on this topic.
o The COP conducted outreach meetings with the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and
Industry, the Cebu Investment Promotions Centre and the Council for Visayas
Chambers of Commerce and Industry which includes 16 business chambers in
Visayas on 30 April and 01 May 2009. The objective was to help the business
community understand environmental governance, and to explore ways in which the
business community can participate in an integrated resource management
framework, for example, through public-private partnerships, corporate social
responsibility etc. Customized follow up presentations will be developed by EcoGov
based on the mandate and interests of each organization.
o EcoGov engaged in consultations with Mr. Ed Isidro of the Philippine Venture

Capital Group. Inc. and with Mr. Sandy Gilles, a private financing consultant to

discuss private sector sources of finance and enlist participation in the National
Conference on ENR Financing. Several case study ideas with respect to private
equity, venture capital and angel investment were broached. Mr. Sandy Gilles
acted as a facilitator for the “Marketplace Session”.
o In relation also to the National Conference on ENR Financing, EcoGov met with
Group Managing Director of Environmental Compliance Consultants International
(ECCI) Mr. Sreenivas Narayan to discuss various types of market-based finance and
to enlist his participation as conference resource speaker. The other institutions that
EcoGov met with and invited to be conference resource speakers/panelist are:
MDFO and LGUCC. The EcoGov COP also met with Mr. Joseph Lufkin of the
London-based Infrastructure Finance Corporation and Asian Development
Company based in Manila to get feedback on the design of the ENR financing
conference and ideas on potential resource persons and sources of finance.
o Consultations were undertaken on 26August 2009 with the USAID-funded Growth

for Equity in Mindanao (GEM) project. A number of areas of cooperation and
sharing of information were identified. These include: security, GIS,
communications and marine and coastal initiatives (e.g., seaweed farming).
EcoGov also learned about GEM’s policy and practice in certain areas related to
human resource management.
o A meeting was conducted with Undersecretary Leyretana of the Mindanao

Economic Development Council (MEDCO) on 27August 2009. Included in the
discussion were communications officers from MEDCO. The meeting provided an
orientation to EcoGov, with a view to further follow up. MEDCO can be a strong
partner in EcoGov efforts to work in the Davao Gulf.
o EcoGov has engaged in a series of consultations from 1 July 2009 to the present,
with a US-based non-profit corporation RARE Conservation. These consultations
have consisted of face to face meetings, email exchanges and conference calls, in an
effort to explore collaborative possibilities with respect to launching focused social
marketing campaigns in marine KBAs, specifically targeting MPAs. The RARE
PRIDE campaigns may be of relevance and assistance to EcoGov LGU partners.
Specific areas of cooperation in the short term include the joint design and conduct
of a social marketing workshop for marine and coastal areas, and possible design of
a curriculum in “conservation communications” that can be delivered by a local
institution, such as the LMP.
EcoGov continued working with academic institutions in mainstreaming environmental

governance practices and approaches through academic offerings.
o Supported the development and testing of the Master of Public Management (MPM)
program on environmental governance of Ateneo de Manila School of Government
in collaboration with the provincial LGU (PLGU) of Lanao del Sur. The teaching of
all six environmental governance-related modules has been completed. EcoGov

reviewed the initial and modified versions of these six modules with the view of
strengthening the integration of EcoGov approaches and learnings into the MPM
curriculum.
o Supported Silliman University in developing a certificate program on environmental

governance which using a “ladder” approach can lead to the degree of Master in
Environmental Governance. This offering targets LGU practitioners, especially the
Environment and Natural Resource Officers (ENROs). Specialization is offered in
three areas: Ecological Systems and Sustainable Development, Environmental
Policy and Enforcement, and Environmental Planning and Execution. GTZ with
Silliman University has offered a scholarship to deserving LGUs in Negros Oriental
assisted under the GTZ-KfW funded project to enter this program.
Continued to conduct and publish studies and develop knowledge products
o The study “Cost-Benefit Study of Marine Protected Areas: Implications on

Financing and Institutional Needs” came out in the June 2009 issue of the Philippine
Agricultural Scientist. Request for reprints from scientists based abroad have been
granted.
o Drafted the case study “Improving Natural Resource Governance: A Key to

Ensuring Peace and Stability in Mindanao, Philippines”. The case study focuses on
project experiences in conflict-affected areas in Sarangani (FFM) and Illana Bay,
Zamboanga del Sur (CRM). It relates how EcoGov’s technical assistance
approaches facilitated the resolution of resource management and social conflicts in
these areas. The case study will form part of the book Strengthening Post-Conflict
Peace-building Through Natural Resource Management to be published jointly by
the Environmental Law Institute, University of Tokyo, the UNEP, and the IUCN.
o Assisted the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources
Research and Development (PCARRD) in developing the compendium of
information and technologies on Jatropha. This compendium contains appropriate
technologies in raising Jatropha plantations, harvesting and post harvest practices,
processing and biofuel utilization which LGUs who are interested to develop
Jatropha plantations in partnership with private investors can use as a reference
material. EcoGov was invited to be a member of the technical committee drafting
the compendium because of its parallel study on the feasibility of Jatropha as a
source of biofuel.
o In collaboration with Mindanao State University (MSU) and with local short-term
technical assistance (STTA) finalized the Al-Khalifa for printing and distribution in
December 2009.
Wrote and released a variety of bullet stories, captioned photos, and news releases, and
saw many different published accounts of its work.

o The news releases included topics related to:
9 progress of the Mt. Apo Natural Park Harmonization Plan

9 EcoGov initiatives on public-private partnerships (PPP) in Kiamba, Sarangani
9 technical assistance to seaweed farmers in Dimataling, Zamboanga de Sur
9 a recyclable waste fair in South Cotabato to promote materials recovery and
recycling which were disseminated in national dailies and local media, among
them Philippine Star, BusinessWorld, Manila Times, Manila Bulletin, and Sun
Star Davao, as well as the Philippine Information Agency in Regions 11 and 12.
9 Adoption by Nueva Vizcaya Bugkalots of management plan for their ancestral
domain
9 Quirino towns learn from SWM models in Nueva Vizcaya
o The EcoGov team continued the preparation of one-page stories (bullets) on

important developments in the regions. These include the following:
9 Coastal town gears up for greater role in environmental management through

Al Khalifa
9 Cebu starts province-wide environmental enhancement program
9 SWM in T’boli (South Cotabato) gets big push from local ordinance
9 Boost for Davao Gulf conservation – Samal resort owners back move to require
environmental fees
9 Bayawan steps up “no open burning” of waste campaign
9 General Santos City launches waste management campaign
9 Sea turtles appearance pleases coastal resource advocates
9 UPI Municipality and DENR-ARMM seal agreements to manage forests and
forestlands
9 BATMan (MPA network) watches over key biodiversity area
9 EcoGov works with EMB, Pollution Control Association of the Philippines
(PCAPI) to promote environmental protection among private companies.
9 Muslim leaders tapped to strengthen Marawi City waste management program
9 LGU-private sector partnership for forest biodiversity in Alcoy, Cebu
9 EcoGov-assisted municipalities win top awards at National MPA recognition
event
9 Local governments converge to learn about financing good environmental
projects
o Submitted to USAID materials for “Telling our Story”. These include
9 DugJan MPA Network

9 Protecting Quirino landscape patrimony: Integrating conservation with
development in local governance agenda
9 Individual concerted acts, big conservation impacts: Quirino Individual Property
Rights (IPR) Initiatives

o Four FFM materials for the third EcoGov success stories folio were produced.
These are:
9 Healing nature, Sustaining Life: Batawan’s Experience in Restoring its degraded

watersheds
9 Trigering Public-Private Sector Partnership for Eco-friendly investments in
Kiamba Forestlands
9 Talibon Mangrove Co-management: Working together for A Sustainable Future
9 Upland Farmers in Agroforestry Plantations Help Restore Cagayan Valley’s
Important Watershed
o Wrote ISWM Learning Site promotional materials. These include:
9 11 ISWM learning site promo materials for 11 Northern Luzon LGUs
o Wrote Key Biodiversity Area Profiles:
9 KBA Profile for Quirino Protected Area

9 KBA Biodiversity Profile for Aurora Natural Park
9 KBA Profile for Casecnan Protected Landscape
EcoGov continued to support the development of knowledge management expertise and

facility at FASPO. Activities included the conduct in April of a one day training for
MIS team and project managers for the different FASPO projects on the plotting of the
reforestation areas of DENR project sites based on Technical Description. Ms. Ioana
Bouvier, Senior Spatial Planning Specialist was deployed from DAI-Bethesda to provide
TA and training on GIS in August 2009 for selected FASPO and other DENR staff. The
GIS training included a discussion on the spatial data model in relation to FASPOs
reporting needs, conversion of spatial data into KML/KMZ (map files which can be
shown in Google Earth) and the use of other free satellite images that can be integrated
with the KMLs to see how the environment has changed within these areas where
different environment project interventions are located. As part of her SOW, Ms. Bouvier
reviewed improvements to the spatial data used in EcoGov’s ‘ridge-to-reef’ planning
framework, and in the assessment of threats in selected KBAs such as habitat/forest
change, land use changes, settlements growth, and location of waste generators. Prior to
this training, the Ecogov GIS Specialist worked with the FASPO MIS staff to build the
sample spatial data that will be used in the training. These spatial datasets include
FASPO’s current and past project data locations, reforestation and MPA areas.
Linked up with various magazines and social marketing-related organizations to promote

knowledge products and disseminate good practices in environmental governance

o with Enterprise Magazine for features on Public Private Partnerships (PPP)
o with Management Systems Asia (MSA), a regional business magazine for a feature
on the National Conference on ENR Financing
o coordinated with and assisted the LMP on the production of segments on successful
LGUs for its weekly TV show on NBN-4
o with RARE Conservation, a US-based corporation to advance social marketing
approaches and campaigns in selected Marine KBAs (see above).
Gender Action Plan
Ecogov raised its performance from gender-sensitive (8.3/20) rating in 2004 to ‘gender-
responsive’ (15.92/20) in 2009, the highest performance category under the NEDA
Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines. The project updated its Gender Action
Plan (GAP) in April 2009. Consultations with DENR GAD Office to identify strategic
areas for convergence/collaborations have been initiated. The survey conducted among
107 LGUs in relation to the national ENR financing conference gathered sex-
disaggregated data and insights on gender concerns in financing which can serve as input
for follow-on activities on financing. The project has also started developing stories
showcasing EcoGov contributions to GAD. Refining of training modules, advocacy
materials and other knowledge products to ensure that gender- concerns are incorporated
is being done.

MINDANAO
Highlights of Accomplishments
Guided Self-Assessments
The Mindanao team completed the Guided-Self Assessment (GSA) for 21 LGUs in
South-Central Mindanao, and 13 LGUs in Western Mindanao during the last three
quarters of 2009. All LGUs surveyed in South-Central Mindanao registered very high
indices ranging from 0.80-1.00, which qualified them to achieve Category 1 or
consistently well-performing category. Five LGUs in South-Central Mindanao (General
Santos City, Davao City, Tampakan, Kalamansig, Tacurong City, and Tboli) registered
the highest possible over-all index of 1.00.
In Western Mindanao, all but four (Pagadian, Labangan, Tabina and RT Lim) reached the
2009 benchmark. GSA summary reports for Western Mindanao LGUs were prepared and
distributed during the closing down ceremonies held last August 2009 in Zamboanga del
Sur and Zamboanga Sibugay. Short discussions were conducted with the mayors on how
the LGUs can still improve their environmental governance performance.
To help municipal LGUs improve their overall environmental governance, EcoGov

Mindanao brokered closer partnerships between municipalities and their provincial
governments which provided assistance to the municipalities in environment sectors
where the Project had no direct TA. For example, Sultan Kudarat province funded last
February — with EcoGov personnel acting as resources persons — an activity with
Ninoy Aquino and Bagumbayan (where EcoGov provided direct TA only in the forestry
sector) to prepare their work plans to address Urban Environment Management (UEM)
concerns. The province, with some guidance from EcoGov, also worked with DENR-12
in the formulation and signing of a co-management agreement in Isulan (where direct TA
was provided only in the UEM sector). Surallah
and T’boli LGUs (which received direct TA only in
the UEM sector) in South Cotabato were assisted
by the Provincial Government – again with some
coaching from the Project — which assigned its
Forest/Forestland Management (FFM) person to
help the two LGUs in their FFM activities.
Al Khalifa Environmental Governance and Advocacy
As part of EcoGov efforts to institutionalize Al

Khalifa initiatives, the GoAd Sector activities
targeted the academic community, the DENR
partners (DENR 9 and DENR- ARMM), Muslim
religious groups and LGUs with substantial Muslim
communities.

With Mindanao State University System (MSUS)
o Following the formation of an Al Khalifa core team in the last quarter of 2008 to
help implement the MOA between MSUS and EcoGov, a planning workshop was
held in June 2009 in Pagadian City. The purpose was to address the issue of
integrating the Al Khalifa principles into the MSU system-wide curriculum through
syllabi enhancement using cross-cutting themes on environmental governance and
management. During the workshop, seven modules (or teaching aids) were
identified (three of which are expected to be developed and completed in Year 6) to
be introduced to the MSUS academic and outreach programs. Drafting of the first
module has started and due for review by EcoGov and stakeholders during the last
quarter of 2009.
o The King Faisal Center for Islamic and Arabic Studies (KCFIAAS), also a member
of the core team, has undertaken to develop khutba (equivalent to the Christian
sermon) contents incorporating Al Khalifa principles, messages and concepts.
Initial draft of khutba contents also expected to be completed and reviewed during
the last quarter of 2009.
With Muslim Religious Groups
o o In June 2009, EcoGov specialists discussed with Muslim Religious Leaders

(MRL) the use of Al Khalifa principles in solid waste management (SWM) program
of the Islamic City of Marawi. Using Islam as a departure point of discussion during
the orientation/ workshop conducted by the EcoGov UEM sector, the city council
members and religious leaders proposed to integrate applicable Al Khalifa principles
in the promulgation of a city ordinance on solid wastes and in the regular Friday
khutba in selected mosques.
o In June 2009 EcoGov GoAd specialists presented to Grand Mufti Ustadz

Abdulwahid Inju, 20 copies of the Al Khalifa sourcebook for the use of the
Assembly of the Darul Ifta of the Philippines under his leadership. At the same time,
GoAd discussed with the grand mufti the possibility of issuing a fatwa on
environmental management that can be adopted in a provincial/city/ municipal
ordinance. A list of environment issues/concerns was submitted to the Grand Mufti
as basis for fatwa development during the third quarter of 2009. Preparation of the
fatwa is expected to take place in the last quarter of 2009.
o EcoGov also presented in June 2009 copies of Al Khalifa sourcebook to the Aleem
Saber Omar, regional coordinator of the Imam Council of the Philippines, and
Grand Imam of Masjid Ja’mee Salahuddin in Zamboanga City. The same month,
copies of the sourcebook were presented to Deputy Grand Mufti of Western
Mindanao and Palawan, Ustadz Abdulwakil Tanjilil, to be used by religious
teachers in the eight regional campuses of Salamat Islamic Institute, which Ustadz
Tajilil supervises.

With DENR partners
o In February 2009, the DENR Region 9 issued the Regional Special Order No.22,
series of 2009, creating its Regional Al Khalifa Advocacy Team and adopted the
sourcebook as a useful advocacy tool for Muslim communities. In June 2009,
EcoGov conducted an orientation/workshop with the DENR9 Al Khalifa Advocacy
Team in Zamboanga City to integrate Al Khalifa principles into forest and mangrove
co-management process, and develop culturally oriented IEC materials on SWM,
FFM, and CRM for PENRO and CENRO use in dealing with LGUs with Muslim
communities. A work plan developed during the session included a “mentoring”
mechanism among team members. The team members will be guided by the plan in
introducing Al Khalifa principles in their respective assignments, which cover the
entire Zamboanga Peninsula of
Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur,
Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga City and
Isabela City in Basilan.
o EcoGov conducted Al Khalifa orientation

and workplanning with DENR-ARMM
and other ARMM departments (such as the
Bureau of Public Information and the
Regional Legislative Assembly or RLA) in
July 2009. A workplan was developed,
which included the conduct of orientations
for the key members of the RLA with the
end in view of encouraging them to
include Qur’anic teachings on
environmental management in regional
legislation. This orientation is expected to
Sample culturally-sensitive be undertaken during the first quarter of
material developed for Muslim 2010.
groups.
o During The third quarter of 2009, EcoGov also introduced to DENR 9 Al Khalifa
core team and DENR-ARMM a four-page leaflet on SWM, hoped to be the first of a
‘Stewardship Series’ based on the recommended and prohibited practices found in
the sourcebook. The same Al Khalifa-based SWM leaflet was introduced to the
MENRO of Kiamba, Sarangani which used it among Muslim communities.
With LGUs, Muslim communities
o In January 2009, EcoGov launched the Al Khalifa sourcebook with Labangan LGU
during the inauguration of Barangay Bulanit Aqua-silvi Culture for Mudcrabs
funded from a grant assistance of the Kennedy Round 2 Project. In March 2009, the
EcoGov GoAd and DENR 9 Al Khalifa Core Team jointly convened an orientation
workshop to support the CRM-UEM TA in the barangay. This resulted in the
organization of Barangay Bulanit Environment Team, which a week later received

formal technical inputs on UEM and became the first barangay in the LGU to
implement RA 9003, the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act.
o In June 2009 the Municipality

of Dinas, Zamboanga del Sur,
approved its municipal
ordinance seeking co-
management of the 3,000
hectares of mangrove area in
the municipality (the largest in
Western Mindanao) with the
DENR, infusing Al Khalifa
principles to address the coastal
barangays’ needs and
displaying cultural sensitivities.
This event capped several LGU personnel from Dinas put up a billboard about the Al
months of coordination among Khalifa-inspired ordinance to protect mangrove areas.
the LGU of Dinas, DENR 9 Al
Khalifa Advocacy team and EcoGov.
o Develop/produced materials for Muslim communities that are culturally sensitive,

integrating Al Khalifa principles during the third quarter of 2009. With Dinas LGU,
EcoGov conceptualized and produced billboards in Magindanaon dialect which
remind people to bring back the bounties Allah created on earth vis-à-vis mangrove
conservation. The billboard was unveiled last August 2009 during ceremonies held
in Dinas.
Other Al Khalifa-related activities
o Reviewed UEM, FFM and CRM knowledge products/training guides that are also
used for Muslim audience for possible integration of Al Khalifa principles.
Notes/advisories for inclusion of these principles in the knowledge products
completed by Al Khalifa Advocacy Coordinator.
o Conducted Al Khalifa orientation to student groups under the Muslim Student

Association of Ateneo de Zamboanga University and Western Mindanao State
University, to enhance their campus activities for the school year, and another
orientation to the women’s group in Zamboanga City under Hadja Jabira Taradji
and Hadji Jack Jikiri.

Other Initiatives
Capacity building
o Assisted the UEM in organizing the training on wastewater management held in

Davao last November and December and participated in by about 40 persons.
Invitations to LGUs, academe and professional organizations (from Regions 11, 12,
9 and ARMM) were co-signed with the R-11 and R-12 EMB directors as part of the
effort to make them an active part of Project activities and help develop a sense of
ownership among DENR/EM partners. Inviting participants from academic
institutions and professional organizations — in addition to having DENR/EMB
staff — was part of the strategy to develop more people and have a pool of experts
armed with the necessary knowledge and skills on developing appropriate
wastewater management facilities that could be tapped by other LGUs and private
institutions needing such services.
o Organizational Development for the Provincial Environmental Management Office

(OD for PEMO): The workshop on organizational Development for the PEMO of
Zamboanga del Sur was conducted in February 2009 a) as capacity-support to the
new PEMO chief, b) to respond to sustainability concerns as EcoGov technical
assistance in the province is coming to a close, and c) to firm up organizational
priorities in the province’s environmental agenda. It discussed the recent
accomplishments of and organizational challenges faced by the three sectors (CRM,
UEM, FFM). The province, by creating its PEMO, would fully scale up its roles and
targets with the MLGUs.
Advocacies to leverage LGU support
o In an effort to make provincial governments take the lead in sharing best

environmental management practices, the Project assisted the Sultan Kudarat
Province in the design and conduct of the 2008 Environment Summit, held last
November and participated in by various local chief executives and their
environment officers. EcoGov-assisted LGUs in Sultan Kudarat shared their
experiences in forest management (Lebak, Kalamansig, Ninoy Aquino and
Bagumbayan) as well as solid waste management (Tacurong, Isulan, Lebak and
Kalamansig). This is part of the scaling-up strategy.
o Made representations to the Surallah mayor to speed up the acquisition of a site for
the common SLF that would service 6 municipalities (including Surallah). A
ceremonial MOA signing for the common SLF among LCEs and representatives of
the six municipalities was held last December. Also made follow-ups with the
South Cotabato provincial Government re: its P5-million allocation for the cluster
SLF. In September 2009, EcoGov coordinated the conduct of groundbreaking
ceremony for the Surallah common SLF, the first in Mindanao. Also held during the
ceremony was a MOA signing between the South Cotabato provincial Government
and the Municipal Government of Surallah providing for the turnover of the P5-
million seed fund for the SLF construction.

o Brokered an agreement between DENR Region 12 and South Cotabato for the
provincial government to take an active role in implementing environmental laws to
protect the biodiversity in Lake Sebu. Helped DENR Region 12 draft a letter to the
South Cotabato governor to make the agreement official. The letter was sent to the
governor last December 2008.
Left: MOA signing held during the same event, marking the transfer of the P5-M seed fund to Surallah
for SLF construction. Right: Groundbreaking ceremony for cluster SLF in Surallah.
Promoting/Building partnerships
o As part of the advocacy efforts to protect biodiversity in the Davao Gulf, EcoGov
collaborated with the Department of Tourism (DOT) in Region 11 in the conduct of
two major activities. These were consultations undertaken with beach resort owners
on Samal Island last January 2009, and a region-wide congress with members of the
tourism industry in Region 11. During the same month, EcoGov collaborated with
travel agency owners/operators in the conduct of a “Green Forum” event.
o EcoGov coordinated last February 2009 with ACCION, a European Union (EU)
project assisting Cotabato City in its SWM program, in the finalization of a draft of
the Cotabato City 10-year ISWM plan and the launching of waste segregation in the
Cotabato public market.
o EcoGov collaborated with General Santos City Government in the holding of its
annual Recyclable Waste Fair held at Gaisano Mall as part of the 2009 Earth Day
celebration last April. The event was held in partnership with the business sector
(led by the General Santos Chamber of Commerce). In addition, the Project also
collaborated with the Department of Tourism (DOT) in Region 11 for the holding of
“scubasurero” held in observance of Earth Day in April 2009. The Project also
partnered with DOT-11 in hosting a photo exhibit (showcasing the various marine
lives in Davao Gulf) held at SM Davao during the Month of the Ocean last May
2009.

o Last May 2009, the EcoGov South-Central Mindanao Regional Coordinator and
COP met with Ms Marian Villanueva the new Project Director for the CIDA-funded
Local Government Support Project-Local Economic Development (LGSP-LED)
project. This project is newly funded, however is linked to the former LGSP-
ARMM project. EcoGov was provided access to all project reports and materials
generated by LGSP-ARMM, with a view to exploring continued collaboration with
LGSP-LED.
o EcoGov assisted the incoming Rotary District Governor (who is based in General
Santos City) last June 2009 in the preparation of a proposal on wastewater facilities
for submission to the Rotary International Foundation.
o In August 2009, EcoGov’s GoAd sector in Mindanao linked up with MEDCO and
became the newest member of its MINDPEACE, a network of communicators from
various ODA/national-government funded Mindanao programs which aims to reach
a wider audience for their best practices and successes. EcoGov advocacies,
particularly the recent interventions and coastal resources management and waste
problems in the Island Garden City of Samal (IGaCoS), reached a wider audience
through MINDPEACE’s media forum. EcoGov is currently joining discussions with
MINDPEACE members on concepts for the Week of Peace exhibit in November, an
opportunity to showcase peace-building initiatives of the project.
Social Marketing/Communication campaigns, bullet stories
o Worked with the SM specialist last quarter of 2008 in refining the social marketing
campaign plans of Alabel (to promote its STF) and General Santos (to improve
SWM practice). These plans were implemented starting the second quarter of 2009
will be implemented starting the first quarter of 2009. Included in the plans were:
Left: US Ambassador Kristie Kenney with local officials during the Launching of GenSan’s
campaign against waste. Above: Part of campaign was awarding of certificates to complying
estabslihments.
9 Campaign Launch in General Santos City, development/production of campaign

materials. The campaign was launched in March with the US Ambassador as
special guest. During the launching, the campaign billboard, containing the
campaign slogan, was unveiled; several communication materials (made

possible through a grant by the Project to the General Santos Chamber of
Commerce) were turned over. The campaign song was presented to the public.
9 Development/production of STF materials for Alabel. STF materials were
pretested and finalized during the second quarter of 2009 and was produced
during the third quarter of 2009.
o Social marketing action

planning with LGUs that
have septage treatment
facilities (STFs) conducted
in Alabel, Maitum and
Kiamba (Region 12) and
Malalag (Region 11) last
August. Barangay
assemblies to promote STF
use in the three LGUs
ongoing. Kiamba, with
assistance from EcoGov,
conducted an initial
assessment, after the
conduct of assemblies in
three puroks. Of the 80 that Material developed to promote Alabel STF.
attended, only one availed
of Kiamba’s desludging services. Main reason for not availing: fee was too high
(P1,200, which is actually a promo rate already. Regular rate is P2,400). Results of
the assessment were provided to Kiamba’s SB Chair on Environment for possible
action (possible revision of the STF ordinance that will allow staggered payment for
desludging services). Social marketing action planning was held in Malapatan last
September. These LGUs were provided with tarpaulin materials. EcoGov also
assisted them in developing their Septage Management brochures, an IEC material
that informs the public on the LGUs’ Septage Management Ordinance and benefits
of desludging.
o Media coverage of UEM events was coordinated by EcoGov in Kiamba (which

distributed compost bins to households in March) and in Polomolok (which
inaugurated its Sanitary Landfill, in March).
o Prepared and submitted 15 bullet stories/captioned photos from October 2008 to

September 2009. Some of those developed during the third quarter of 2009 include:
9 Al Khalifa Orientation and Action Planning with DENR-ARMM

9 Ground-breaking ceremony for communal waste water management system for
T’bolis in Lake Sebu

9 Turnover of the communal
septic tanks and toilet
facilities, part of the waste
water management system,
to T’bolis in Lake Sebu
9 Launching of a Mangrove
Conservation Ordinance
adopting the Al Khalifa
advocacy in Dinas,
Zamboanga del Sur
9 Mariculture park in Illana
Bay
9 Ground-breaking of the
Turnover of communal septic tanks in Lake Sebu. cluster SLF in Surallah,
South Cotabato
Constructive steps have been taken with respect to EcoGov collaboration with various
key players in the Davao Gulf area, such as the DENR, the Davao Gulf Management
Council, the Save Davao Gulf Foundation and the Department of Tourism (DOT) in
Region 11. Activities have been jointly undertaken with these major stakeholders, with
particular focus on EcoGov advocacy efforts in Davao Gulf. Although some
opportunities arose as a result of these activities (such as the interest of LGUs for
EcoGov to facilitate dialogues between and among LGUs in Davao Gulf), it appears no
one agency or individual would like to take the lead in championing the cause of
biodiversity protection in the Gulf. EcoGov has recently initiated talks with the
Mindanao Economic and Development Council, as well as other groups (such as private
business). With the entry and help of new partners, and perhaps the inclusion of Climate
Change issues in the advocacy efforts, there seems to be a renewed hope that LGUs and
other stakeholders around the Gulf would finally understand the need for a concerted
effort to save the Gulf.
The initiative to institutionalize Al Khalifa in the ARMM Regional Government has been
stalled. A draft Executive Order to integrate Al Khalifa into their programs and activities
was prepared last year and revised 2009, in consultation with the DENR-ARMM. The
draft Executive Order has been endorsed, but no action from the Office of the Regional
Governor has been taken as yet. A new strategy has emerged: instead of coming up with
a regional executive order, there is a plan to encourage relevant agencies (DENR-
ARMM, DILG-ARMM, etc.) to issue separate EOs or AOs that will include Al Khalifa-
related activities into their own programs. There is also a plan to get the involvement of
the Regional Legislative Assembly in coming up with regional laws that integrate Al
Khalifa principles.
For some time during 2009, the peace and order situation in the region also affected a
number of activities in both UEM and FFM sectors. In Sarangani (Maitum, Kiamba,
Maasim) and North Cotabato (Magpet, Kabacan, Pres. Roxas) for example, several

activities had to be postponed due to the conflict between MILF and government forces.
LGU priorities also changed dramatically because of the peace and order situation. In
Sarangani for example, the governor who was fully supporting environmental concerns,
had to divert his attention to address security issues.
The recent floods that hit Cotabato City negated our earlier interventions in the area of
SWM. A case in point was the effort to enforce waste segregation in the public market
whose biodegradables were supposed to be delivered to a barangay where composting
would be done by a cooperative. The site, however, went underwater for a long period of
time, leaving the city with no alternative area to put the market’s biodegradable waste (as
even the road to the dumpsite was also flooded).
The social marketing activities promoting the STFs in Kiamba, Maitum and Malalag are
ongoing. However, information campaigns alone would not be able to make residents
avail of desludging services. Results of initial assessments reveal that there was
willingness to pay for the service, however, the one-time payment of fees appear to be
beyond the reach of many residents. There is therefore a need to review the respective
ordinances and see whether staggered payments could be done to entice more residents to
avail of desludging services.
The Al Khalifa core team at MSU Marawi is committed to completing at least three
modules integrating Al Khalifa principles for the MSUS academic and outreach programs
in Year 6. Due to their busy schedule, the team members need to have somebody who
can assist them in facilitating the actual write-ups and documenting and integrating into
the draft module the various comments from the group. As Marawi is a day away (by
land) from Zamboanga (where the Al Khalifa coordinator is based) and considering the
road is not safe, the Al Khalifa coordinator cannot visit the team as needed. Thus, a local
facilitator/documenter, guided by the Al Khalifa coordinator, may have to be hired for
this purpose.
Activities for the next quarter
Identify additional LGUs (at least 13) that will be included in the GSA survey (possible
MLGUs: 2 in S. Cotabato, 3 in Sarangani, 5 in Davao Gulf area, 1 in ARMM, 1 in North
Cotabato, 1 in WestMin). Conduct initial GSAs.
Assist in finalizing Knowledge Products (esp. those that integrate Al Khalifa principles to
be used in Muslim communities).
Support formation and training of regional/provincial core teams/trainers on EcoGov

tested processes and best practices.
Support activities to implement MOA with Mindanao State University System (MSUS),
such as the review/finalization of the first module on environmental governance
integrating Al Khalifa principles.

Continue collaboration with religious and other groups (such as Darul Ifta) in conducting
Al Khalifa-related activities (such as drafting of fatwa on environment, finalizing drafts
of khutba contents).
Strengthen collaboration with stakeholders in Davao Gulf-Mt. Apo area (DENR, Dept of
Tourism, academic institutions, Davao Gulf Foundation, business groups, WWF, media,
MEDCO).
Continue to work with DENR 9 Al Khalifa team to strengthen its advocacies in

Zamboanga Peninsula, and enlisting the PENRO/CENROs as leaders in their respective
areas of responsibilities.

CENTRAL VISAYAS
LGU Capacity building for environmental governance
By the second half of Year 5, Central Visayas has contributed 33 LGUs to the number of
government institutions meeting good environmental governance index. The regional
EcoGov team facilitated the conduct of the 3rd guided self-assessment of the state of
environmental governance practices in 33 LGUs across Central Visayas. Results show
that the average regional cross environmental index of 0.90 vis-à-vis the baseline average
of 0.69 in a range between 0 and 1. Furthermore, all 33 LGUs belong to the well
performing category versus the baseline where only 10 were well performing LGUs,
while 12 were overspecializing in the sector assisted by EcoGov and the remaining 11
had median performance. This is a measure by which these LGUs have taken an
objective stock of their management systems and practices and adopted initiatives to
improve. The Central Visayas GoAd team revisited tactical interventions designed for
each LGU during the year. This included follow up with the LGU focal persons, Local
Chief Executive and/or key members of the Council to promote gap analysis and
continual improvement.
Several LGUs have been able to showcase the convergence of good governance with
technical solutions having achieved a perfect environmental index for all sectors. These
include Bayawan City and the Municipalities of Dauin (Negros Oriental), Talibon
(Bohol) and Dalaguete (Cebu). These LGUs have become the learning destinations in the
region, based primarily on the support from the Local Chief Executives. One-pagers and
briefing kit materials prepared with EcoGov assistance for these LGUs have been
prepared to support these LGUs as learning destinations.
Guyo Boy mascot helps to punctuate EcoGov and LGU Jagna presentations on successes in solid waste diversion
strategies such as those done by Becky Paz, EcoGov Deputy Chief of Party, and Hon. Senen Lloren, Councilor of
the Municipality of Jagna during the September 2009 NSWMC Thematic Forum on ISWM, in Cebu.(photos by
Jingjing Farrarons/DAI
Twenty-two (22) LGUs in the region gathered a perfect “1” in CRM, 19 LGUs a perfect
“1” in UEM, 17 LGUs a perfect “1” in LGU Internal Management and 13 LGUs a perfect
“1” in FFM. Key resource persons and advocates for EcoGov have been drawn from

these LGUs - namely Jagna, Alcoy, San Francisco, Bais, Santa Catalina, Maribojoc,
Danao and Toledo. Mayor Arquillano and Vice Mayor Plando of San Francisco and
Alcoy, respectively, shared their EcoGov experience during the “Emerging Models in
Local Governance: My Cebu Partners Conference” in August 2009. Dauin Mayor
Alanano, Bayawan Mayor Saraña and Jagna Mayor Exuperio Lloren and Councilor
Senen Lloren are regularly asked to speak at various events, such as the 2nd Conference
on Coastal Municipalities (28-30 June 2009), NSWMC Thematic Forum on SWM Best
Practices (14 September 2009), FMB Forestry Investment Forum (12-14 August 2009)
and the National Conference on ENR Financing (23-24 September 2009), among others.
Five EcoGov-assisted marine sanctuaries were selected as finalists (out of 70 entries) of

the nationwide search for the 2009 Outstanding MPAs in the country, which was
organized by the MPA Support Network (MSN). Pilar Municipal Marine Park in Pilar,
Cebu won top prize while Tambunan MPA in Tabina, Zamboanga del Sur won second
prize. The selection process included the submission of accomplished MPA rating forms
to determine best practices in the establishment process and management mechanisms,
and conduct of field assessments by a panel of evaluators, who are MSN partners/
members with extensive experience in MPA management, in the 12 shortlisted MPAs to
evaluate management strategies and their effectiveness, and actual ecological and socio-
economic impacts of the MPAs. Five out of the twelve finalists who were selected from
a total of 70 nominations received by the selection committee nationwide, were
technically assisted by EcoGov. The MPAs were rated based on the following criteria:
35% management effectiveness, 33% biophysical achievement, and 32% equity and
accrual of socio- economic benefits.
HONORED: Mayor Jesus Fernandez, Jr. and Councilor Eufracio Maratas of the Municipality of Pilar,
Cebu (second and third from right, respectively) receive the prizes in behalf of their municipality at the
MPA Awards and Recognition Event. Presenting the trophy and the facsimile of the monetary award are
(from left) Li-ann de Leon, Executive Director of the LMP, Dr. Uwe Scholz, Program Director of the
German Agency for Technical Co-operation, Undersecretary Manuel Gerochi of the DENR, Director
Cesar Pagdilao of the DOST and Prof. Porfirio Aliño, Coordinator of the MPA Support Network.

Building PLGU capacity for technical assistance and monitoring
The Central Visayas team worked with the Environment and Natural Resources Division
(ENRD) of the Provincial Government of Negros Oriental, to integrate lessons on SWM
planning, FLUP, MPA networking and State of Coasts reporting. This was to support
ENRD work in with the LGUs in Tañon Strait and the Southern Negros Sea. This
approach helps the PLGU to render similar support to LGUs not assisted by EcoGov. In
the Province of Negros Oriental, the LGUs Bayawan, Dauin, Bais City, Sta. Catalina and
San Jose were recognized by the Provincial ESWM Board led by Governor Macias and
Congressman Arnaiz their excellent performance in SWM during the annual ESWM
Board meeting on 25 March 2009.
Provincial ENR Division Chief, Mercy Teves emphasises the gains achieved in pooling of resources both in
pLGU-DENR partnerships and inter-LGU collaboration during the regional 3-in-1 review, complementation
planning and framework enhancement discussions September 2009 with DENR, BEMO, Cebu pENRO
(left/photo by Kent Omictin/DAI EcoGov) and during the launching of the BATMAN CRM alliance in May
2009 (right/photo by Hazel Arceo/DAI EcoGov)
The 5-year “expanded Green and Wholesome Environment that Nurtures (eGWEN)”
eGWEN/My Cebu Program implemented by the Cebu Provincial Government in
partnership with the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc (RAFI) serves as an ideal platform to
promote good environmental governance. EcoGov continues to ensure that
environmental standards for good practices are integrated into the assessment criteria
reflected in score sheets. These were used at three field assessment phases from January
to May by the inter-institutional team made up of different offices of the provincial
government (PPDO, PAO,PENRO,PHO) and related agencies(DILG, DENR-EMB,
DOH, Culture and Heritage Commission). The round-table discussions to discuss
progress, results as well as review processes and experiences and accounting of gaps
provided the regional EcoGov GoAd Team an opportunity to introduce the principles and
standards of good environmental governance. During the 440th Charter Anniversary of
the Province, Governor Gwendolyn Garcia assisted by RAFI Director Jon Ramon Aboitiz
and eGWEN Program Manager SP Agnes Magpale (17 August 2009), awarded cash
incentives and tropies to its exemplary cities and municipalities. EcoGov-assisted
municipal government of San Francisco in Camotes was awarded as Grand Champion,
Green Champion and Wholesome Environment Champion over 52 LGUs in the Province
and received a cash prize of Php one million (USD 21,277). Other EcoGov-assisted

LGUs, namely Alcoy, Dalaguete and Toledo City received recognition from the
Provincial Government.
In the Province of Bohol, EcoGov, in collaboration with BEMO, encouraged the

formation of a multi-partite monitoring team (MMT) by the Provincial Government led
by Governor Aumentado to address concerns related to the SLF under construction at
Alburquerque. Common understanding on key issues and follow up action are required
in order to resolve concerns between the host LGU, the Provincial Government, the
funder Philippine Tourism Authority and its Contractor, and the 11 LGUs in the cluster.
This involves understanding of the range of options, and the roles, resposibilities and
accountabilities of all the parties. For the whole province, an accounting of performance
by individual LGUs with respect to waste diversion and disposal within the province was
set up by BEMO and wrapped up with a province-wide Waste Management Summit (25
August 2009). At this event a compliance monitoring map prepared by was validated and
used as springboard for sharing of good practices by LGUs as well as basis for further
action.
During the first quarter of the year, the Central Visayas Team provided the LCEs and
Municipal Councils with results of field team activities and round table discussions on
choices, priorities and next steps in UEM. A noteworthy result of team field activities on
waste water management in Central Visayas was the November 2008 letter of
encouragement from Bohol Provincial Governor Aumentado to Panglao Mayor “to carry
out the recommendations contained in the said report as complementary undertaking to
the existing measures that have been already been initiated particularly on clarifying the
issues with the Island resort owners along Alona Beach and the concerned government
agencies on the well designed and installed wastewater treatment system of the Pilipinas
Water Resources Inc. and instructing the BEMO to follow through LGU compliance with
the recommendations”. EcoGov technical assistance all three EcoGov-assisted LGUs in
the province, namely, Loboc, Talibon and Maribojoc, resulted with LGUs investing in
waste water treatment facilities, appraisals and support for the organized waste
management teams.
To level the playing field for stakeholder participation as well as increase demand for
accountability, EcoGov invested time with PLGUs and inter-LGU clusters in Cebu and
Negros Orienal and Regional DENR on NIPAS issues in both the marine key biodiversity
areas of Camotes Sea and Tanon Strait. LGUs had been getting mixed signals from
DENR PAWZDS/Research on NIPAS-PAMB issues which affect Cebu and Negros
Oriental LGUs over Tañon Strait and Camotes Sea. Provincial Governor Garcia of Cebu
has also weighed in on these discussions. The clarification of issues, identification of
options and working out solutions is an ongoing process. EcoGov continues to provide
advice and technical assistance in this regard.
EcoGov joined DENR VII RTD Isabelo Montejo in his efforts to encourage the Bohol
PLGU to align support for the scaling up of best practices (i.e., adoption of R2R
approach) for Carood watershed development. Since the start of the PLGU-DENR VII
collaboration (October 2008) to date, the Bohol Provincial Governor maintained an

interest in the integrated ecosystems management process and systems for the Carood
watershed management. With DENR VII and EcoGov TA, several roundtable discussions
during the year have resulted with the drafting of a MOA amongst the 6 municipal LGUs
in the watershed. EcoGov has assisted the DENR RED and RTD in coaching the
provincial FLUP Teams made up of DENR PENRO and BEMO in the process flows,
action planning, agreement building and identification of decision points. BEMO has an
allocated environment budget support of Php 3.9 million (USD 82,979) for 2009.
DENR VII Focal Person RTD Isabelo “Boy” Montejo leads discussions in mainstreaming environmental
governance within DENR programs and projects in the Central Visayas
The EcoGov team has leveraged participation of the EMB in strategic planning sessions
as well as joint M&E by the provincial governments such that complementation and
collaboration in pursuit of harmonized goals could be achieved in SWM. Among fora in
the provinces where increasing partnership is demonstrated are the Negros SWM Board
meeting (March 2009), the Bohol Environment Summit (August 2009), eGWEN and the
My Cebu Partners Conference (August 2009) and the “Three-In-One Regional Review
and Planning” (September 2009).
DENR EMB VII Solid Waste Management Regional Officer Manix Dungcoy finds partners in the
ENROs of the provincial governments through the EcoGov activities and provincial programs such as
the BEMO Environment Summit in Bohol (September) and the eGWEN of Cebu. He is seen here
interacting with the pENROs of Negros Oriental, Cebu and Bohol and EcoGov during the 3-in-
1Consultative Forum in Cebu (September 2009). (Photos by Hazel Arceo/DAI EcoGov)

Inter-LGU alliances and advocacy
The EcoGov Central Visayas Team introduced systems and processes within inter-LGU
alliance to refine approaches in ENR networks and ensure that the partnerships and
collaborative arrangements will ascertain strength in numbers. In the case of LGUs
flanking the South Negros/Sulu Strait, the Hutasakab with assistance from EcoGov LSP
Silliman University-Angelo King Coastal Resource Management and the ENRD of the
pLGU organized the state of the coasts reporting as a means of accounting for mitigating
measures exercised by individual LGUs and as a group to minimize threats. EcoGov
Regional Team also ascertained pLGU support to MPA clusters in the Tañon Strait with
Bindoy-Ayungon-Tayasan-Manjuyod (BATMAN), in the Bohol Sea with Duero-
Guihulman-Jagna (DuGJan) and in Camotes Sea with the Camotes Sea CRM Council
(Danao, Pilar, San Francisco, Tudela and Pilar). Among the activities supported were the
MOA signing and launching of an IEC Caravan by BATMAn (May 2009) for
collaboration among the LGUs located at the fringes of the Tañon Strait. A joint
activity/cross visit to Camotes Sea CRM Council provided first hand sharing with other
networks. The same cross visit was undertaken in Bohol (June 2009) with BEMO,
PADAYON-Bohol Marine Triangle and the Maribojoc Bay management committees.
Bohol inter-LGU MPA network DuGJan visits Camotes Sea CRM Council in July 2009 and interacts with MPA
managers and SWM working teams of San Francisco, Camotes Island. (Photos by Vincent Lumbab/DAI
EcoGov)
The Central Visayas GoAd Team also organized roundtable discussions to reflect on and
advance social marketing approaches designed to improve waste management in key
biodiversity areas. EcoGov assisted the ENRD in enhancing the strategic
communications plans for ISWM of the Southern Negros LGUs (i.e., Siaton,
Zamboangita, Bacong) and Tanon Strait LGUs (Manjuyod, Bindoy and Sibulan) in
October 2008 while assisting BEMO with the use of a simplified social marketing format
for metro Bohol LGUs impacting on the Bohol Sea (December 2008). Earlier in
November 2008, a Specialist from the Media Network had provided inputs in the region
for the review, analysis and simplification of various social marketing plans for good
waste diversion practices and support for cluster landfills. A simplified communications
plan prototype was jointly formulated with the regional. In addition, a communications

plan prototype on septage management was prepared team but has not yet been tested nor
moved forward in the region.
Building partnerships
The Regional team followed through the public-private partnerships for coastal alliance
of Camotes Sea CRM Council. Orientation and tapping into the private sector corporate
social responsibility (CSR) in January 2009 was an offshoot of the partners’ forum that
EcoGov supported in Year 4, timed during the 2008 Cebu Business and Environment
Month. To date, several private sector groups pursued their interests to the level of
seeking partners and financial support for various biodiversity-linked projects. EcoGov
has played a facilitating role for such institutions as (1) Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc.
with the Social Weather Station for EU, (2) Coastal Conservation Education Foundation
for EU and (3) PHILDRRA – Integrated Eco-Tourism and Waste Management and
Development Plans for UNDP-SGP.
On 8 June 2009, the Municipality of Alcoy in Cebu signed a partnership with a private
foreign mining company, the Philippine Mining Service Corporation and and its local
quarry operator, the Dolomite Mining Corporation, for the protection and conservation of
the biological biodiversity in its forestlands. These forestlands are the habitat for
endangered wildlife such as the Black Shama (Copsychus cebuensis), Cebu flowerpecker
(Dicaeum quadricolor), Cebu cinnamon tree(Cinnamomum cebuense) and the
carnivorous pitcher plant, among others. As part of its annual social management and
development program, PMSC and DMC will be providing alternative livelihood for on-
site stakeholders in order that their dependence on forest resources may be reduced. The
mining company will also be funding reforestation and assisted natural regeneration of 65
hectares of Black Shama habitat.

The Phil. Mining Services Corporation/Dolomite Mining Corporation (right) has entered into an agreement
with LGU Alcoy and DENR VII to invest in and assist in the management of a key terrestrial biodiversity
hotspot, the Nug-as forest (left), home of the endangered Black shama and a host of other flora and fauna.
(Photos by May Segura-Ybanez/DAI EcoGov)

Drawing from the commitments solicited during the Negros Island-wide summit on
Global Climate Change, EcoGov provided the Provincial ENRD and City LGUs of Bais
and Bayawan with data and presentation materials to enable them to advocate for
partnerships with the private interest groups. Over 100 sugarcane planters of Bayawan
City, Negros Oriental have agreed to eliminate the environmentally hazardous practice of
burning farm waste and seek more sustainable means of disposal. Landowners and
farmers who attended a forum called for by the city government on 26 February 2009,
expressed willingness to explore other means of disposing of waste from the canefields
and be trained on sustainable waste disposal methods which the local government plans
to conduct. EcoGov provided the technical assistance and IEC presentation materials to
the Provincial and City Government for this for a which followed a wider forum
supported by EcoGov in May 2008, where the two Provincial Governments of Negros
embarked on the “One-Island to Address Global Climate Change” initiative. A similar
presentation in Bais City combined with the City Council public hearing for sugar cane
planters, resulted in the passage of the “no-trash burning” strategy within the Solid Waste
Ordinance of the City, private sector support for waste segregation at source and
composting of cane trash.
Global climate change initiatives of the Provincial and City

governments in Negros Oriental aided by EcoGov TA lands in
the news including the DAI Green in Bethesda, USA. Photo by
CRM Staff, Vincent Lumbab of marker buoy installation to
mark Pilar MPA in Camotes wins an international award.
In Corella, the DENR, the Tarsier Foundation with its partner NGOs (BANGON) have
signed an engagement and accountability agreement with the LGU of Corella to increase
local government involvement in forest management. This concern was initially
identified and followed through during the mid-term GSA process.

EcoGov has increased its collaboration with GTZ on management initiatives for forests,
coastal, solid waste and waste water. Specific sets of activities have been referenced in
previous sections of this report.
The media in Cebu and Negros Oriental have featured EcoGov-assisted sites for specific
news such as released by Sun Star, Cebu Daily and Negros Chronicle. BUKID-MPC a
people’s organization which was a recipient of and EcoGov small grant, has been
featured in the local papers for their entrepreneurship and, aided by media exposure, has
recently undertaken a new project to expand their reach within the barangay with
assistance from the PBSP and the Municipality of Balamb
Below are some illustrative social marketing materals:
In response to USAID request, EcoGovfacilitated interactions in support of the Rotary

International-USAID Global Development Alliance. The EcoGov team provided
briefings and attended orientation sessions with Rotary Club for Cebu Fuente (25 May
2009) and several clubs in the District to assist in the preparation of and integration of
environmental governance priority concepts into proposed projects.
Lessons Learned for Central Visayas in Year 5
Even with increasing predisposition of the national government to support local

environmental governance, the fact remains that the provincial governments have the
sense of urgency, political will, enabling resources and can muster private sector support
and collaboration from other government sectors to render increasing assistance to local
governments. This has been exemplified this year by the Provincial Governments of
Cebu and Negros Oriental. Bohol, through the BEMO, is taking steps to establish the
institutional framework and mandate necessary to implement environmental governance.
In order to support mainstreaming of environmental governance, knowledge products

using multimedia tools and methods need to be designed, packaged and disseminated as
appropriate. The design needs to distinguish between users and beneficiaries of the

‘knowledge product”, and acknowledge that there also various levels therein (eg local,
provincial and national governments).
There is increasing pressure on LGUs that become learning destinations for

environmental governance, to manage expectations, spend extra time on ‘tourism’
development, and maintain levels of performance. For some LGUs such as Dauin, Jagna,
Duero and Talibon, there are also financial constraints.
The “not in my back yard” (NIMBY) and also “not in my term of office” (NIMTO)
syndrome still affects actual implementation of SLF initiatives. There is a need for local
governments to increase investments in social marketing and advocate for enforcement.
Implementation Problems and Proposed Solutions
During the implementation of the CRM networking strategy in the South Negros/Sulu Sea,
the academic /intellectual posture of some members of the Silliman University-Angelo King
Coastal Resources Management Center on local issues and priorities evoked a negative rather
than a collaborative response from some LGU chief executives. The role for EcoGov in this
context is one of facilitator, to provide a venue or forum in which the parties can understand
and work out the various options for going forward.
During the year, several LGUs in Central Visayas such as Tudela in the Camotes Island,
Cebu and Alburquerque in Bohol had changes in leadership. In these circumstances, EcoGov
has been required to manage relationships and foster participatory approaches to resolve
problems, as exemplified through the MMT in Bohol to deal with the SLF (see Section 2.3).
Issues concerning the interpretation and applications of the National Integrated Protected
Area System Act (RA 7586) need to be resolved in the appropriate forum. EcoGov is active
in providing technical assistance to all parties, and is also a key player in the emerging CTI
Partners forum, in which NIPAS implementation is among the key concerns.
There are limitations to the extent to which civil society organizations, academe and the
media can and do influence the way in which environmental governance is understood and
mainstreamed. This is due to the existence of ‘vested interests’ that constrain progress
through a number of strategic interventions or non-interventions. EcoGov will need to
continue to take steps to build a collaborative approach to governance that brings
transparency and accountability to bear.

2.6 Management and Administration
This section on management and administration highlights the accomplishments over the past
year. There were around 80 employees at the start of Year 5, and a significant transitional
decline to around 45 employees at the end of the year due to the closure of the EcoGov two
regional offices and two sub-offices, which coincided with a reduction in the geographic
scope of EcoGov during Years 6 and 7.
Project Management
Two personnel from DAI home office completed their short STTA assignment for project
management support: Christy Owen, Technical Area Manager, facilitated the transition
process towards a new COP and supported the DCOP in the administration of the
contract; and, Danny Macri, Project Coordinator, who prepared the Pagadian Phase Out
Plan, vehicle disposition plan, revised parts of the EcoGov operations policy manual, and
streamlined the employment agreements, and tested DAI new field-level financial
accounting system.
Engaged three expatriate STTA Technical Specialists, Del McCluskey of DAI Home
Office, who contributed to the UEM sector plan/accomplishments, WWM training
materials, and UEM knowledge products and performance indicators to strengthen
programmatic linkages with biodiversity conservation; Leo Larochelle, who provided
support to the UEM and waste water management implementation activities of the project
team and partner LGUs; and, Ioana Bouvier, Senior Spatial Planning Specialist who
provided training and hands-on mentoring to DENR FASPO and other selected DENR
offices (e.g., FMB, PAWB, central planning office).
Manila based DAI Home Office personnel TAMIS (Technical and Administrative
Management Information System) Specialist, Tanja Lumba was mobilized to revise and
upgrade various EcoGov database modules; including the improvement of the LOE
tracker; and, provided a user specific training on various functionalities, including
EcoGov database upgrades.
The DAI home office auditor, Tom Baush, conducted an internal audit of EcoGov to
determine the soundness, adequacy and effectiveness of the general control environment
and the specific internal controls relating to finance and accounting processes. The
examination and findings were resolved in the areas of safeguards over cash receipts,
cash disbursements, petty cash, IT, inventory, payroll, contractual compliance, and
procurement management. He classified EcoGov project at low level risk.
Based on USAID comments and suggestions, the EcoGov Three Year Work Plan, Year 5
Work Plan and quarterly performance reports were submitted to USAID in compliance
with contract mandated Project Implementation Report (PIR) requirements.
A Work Plan for Years 6 and 7 was prepared and reviewed. There were iterations
between USAID and EcoGov as the work plan was finalized.

Completed and submitted to USAID the FAA 118/119 Assessment of Conservation of
Tropical Forests and Biodiversity in the Philippines from 2004-2008.
In Year 5, the former EcoGov Chief of Party (COP), Dr. Ernesto Guiang resigned. DAI
Bethesda hired a new COP, Mr. Arunkumar Abraham who joined the project in March
2009. The new COP attended a comprehensive orientation program on USAID
contracting, policies, budgeting and financial analyses, DAI internal control policies and
guidelines, project and knowledge management, communications and information tools
and methods, geographic information systems, human resources, among others.
On 1 July 2009, DAI received a contract modification to exercise the option term and
extend the period of performance of the contract from 1 October 2009 to 30 Septebmer
2011, as well as incorporate the Work Plan and revised expected results and outputs.
Approved by USAID, two regional project offices were phased out, the Solano-Nueva
Vizcaya and Pagadian-Zambuanga del Sur. A portion of the office equipment and other
property inventory were distributed to identified local partners for their continued work
on the EcoGov initiated activities. This was based on approved disposition plans. The
sub-offices in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Camotes Island in Central Visayas were
closed.
In Western Mindanao, relocated were Edward Lim, Al Khalifa Advocacy Coordinator,

from Pagadian to Zamboanga City; Floreen Bartulaba, AP for IEC, from Pagadian to
General Santos City. An AP-CRM, Mr Jericho Tomlod, was hired to work in Pagadian
as a replacement for the previous officer who resigned.
The Regional Office Manager (ROM) for South and Central Mindanao resigned effective
01 September 2009. An Interim ROM, Dreama Tolosa was engaged on STTA to take on
the responsibilities while an internal competition for the position was being conducted.
The CRM Coordinator, Hazel Arceo resigned from EcoGov effective 01 September. A
new SOW was prepared and a competition was held to replace this position. Candidates
were identified, short-listed and interviewed. The position will be based in the EcoGov
Manila Office.
Finalized SOWs for a Communications Specialist (national) and a Regional

Communications Specialist (Mindanao), secured concurrence from the COTR and set in
motion a competitive process to fill both positions.
A decision was taken by EcoGov senior management to consolidate its Mindanao

operations into one main office based in Davao City. A suitable office space was located,
budget prepared and transition plan prepared and initiated.
Reviewed Scopes of Work for all EcoGov employees, and through consultations, drafted
new SOWs that are aligned with goals and objectives of Years 6 and 7. Amended the

employment contracts and subcontractors’ specialists of Metro Manila, Central Visayas
and Mindanao based on above and the approved budget of USAID for Years 6 and 7.
A budget realignment proposal with narrative was prepared and submitted to USAID in
July 2009. Discussions are ongoing in this regard.
Project Expenditures
After 20 quarters of project execution out of a total planned 28 quarter life of the project,
71.43 percent of the performance period has elapsed and the project has expended 79 percent
of total contract funds. While this might give the impression that the project has been
utilizing funds at an accelerated rate, the burn rate is consistent with the proposed budgets
for the base and option periods. The option period of EcoGov extends the project’s period
of performance by two years — a 40% increase in the period of performance — and
increases the total budget by 23%. Since receiving USAID approval to exercise the option
period, EcoGov has tracked expenditures against life of project funding and has made
programmatic adjustments to ensure that future activities are aligned with the anticipated
availability of funds and will not exceed the contract ceiling. On an individual CLIN basis,
the project has expended funds in accordance with approved project realignments that have
redirected funds to those project components that have warranted the additional resources in
order to achieve their targets.
Small Grants Program
DAI received 7 grant applications between October 2008 and September 2009 bringing
the total number of grant applications to 169. Based on the grants committee’s
evaluation, only 1 of the 7 new proposals was approved for funding. In addition, the
committee also approved to award another grant from the previous year’s applications.
The 2 small grants awarded within this period have a combined budget of Php 920
thousand (USD 19,575). Both grants involved activities related to Urban Environment
Management (UEM) and were implemented in the province of South Cotabato.
As of the end of this period, EcoGov has awarded a total of 34 grants with a combined
value of Php 13.69 million (USD 283,041) across 32 organizations. Of the total amount,
Php 5.58 million (USD 117,244) was awarded for FFM-related activities, Php 3.86
million (USD 78,214) to CRM, Php3.74 million (USD 76,757) to UEM, and Php 513
thousand (USD 10,826) to IEC/Advocacy.
By regional distribution, Southern and Central Mindanao grantees received the largest
share at PhP 5.14 million (USD 106,664) followed by Northern Luzon at PhP 3.33
million (USD 67,350). Central Visayas grantees received PhP 2.90 million (USD
60,089), while Western Mindanao received Php 1.86 million (USD 38,905). One grant
worth Php 460 thousand (USD 10,033) was administered by the EcoGov Manila Office.

Significant accomplishments under the Small Grants program for this period include (1)
completion of the renovated ablution facility of Masjid (mosque) Addawah Al-Islamie
located within the Mindanao State University Marawi campus; (2) the operation of abaca
stripping business by 3 community-based organization using equipments and trainings
acquired under the EcoGov grants; (3) the launching of a social marketing campaign for
waste management in General Santos City; and, (4) the operation of communal septic
tanks and leach fields for communities living along the shorelines of lake Sebu.
The Small Grants program has proven to be an effective tool in pursuing small but
innovative projects that make modest contribution towards program targets. The grants
program also enabled EcoGov to provide a demonstration of commitment beyond
planning, and facilitated investment by local organizationd in environmental initiatives.
The tables below provide detailed information on the Small Grants program
Table 14. Distribution of Grants across Regions and Sectors as of September 30, 2009
N. C. S.C. W. Manila Total # of

Luzon Visayas Mindanao Mindanao (%) % Grantess
(%) (%) (%) (%)
FFM 14.7 8.8 20.6 44.1 15
CRM 2.9 5.9 8.8 2.9 3.0 23.6 8
UEM 5.9 5.9 8.8 5.9 26.5 9
GOAD 2.9 2.9 5.9 2
total % 23.5 23.5 38.2 11.7 3.0 100
# of
Grantees 8 8 13 4 1 34
Table 15. List of Grants Awarded as of September 30, 2009
No. of
Sector/Grantees Grants Region Status
FFM
• Association of Fisherfolk of Davao City, Inc. Southern and Central
1 Completed
Mindanao
• Baguio Village Inter-Cultural Association, Inc 1 Northern Luzon Completed
• Barangay Unity Key to Integrated Development Completed
2 Central Visayas
Multipurpose Cooperative
• Friends of the Environment for Development and
1 Northern Luzon Completed
Sustainability, Inc.
• Ilomavis-Balabag Ancestral Domain Claim Southern and Central
1 Completed
(IBASMADC) Mindanao
• Institute For Small Farms Industries (ISFI) Southern and Central
1 Completed
Mindanao
• Quirino Tribal Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative 1 Northern Luzon Completed
• Tiruray Integrated Farmers Association Southern and Central
1 Completed
Mindanao
• Kadikitan Association for Community Development 1 Northern Luzon Completed
• Dumabel Upland Farmers Association 1 Northern Luzon Completed
• Danao Atotes Matobato MPC (DAMMUCO) 1 Central Visayas Completed
• Tana Ka Katugallan Nit Paa E Apo Sandawa 1 Southern and Central Completed

No. of
Sector/Grantees Grants Region Status
(Association of 4Bs) Mindanao
• T'boli Falel Community Association, Inc. (TFCAI) Southern and Central
1 Completed
Mindanao
• Banga Farmers and Watershed Development Southern and Central
1 Completed
Cooperative Mindanao
Total Number of Grants for FFM 15
UEM
• Gawad Kalinga 1 Western Mindanao Completed
• Maddela Institute of Technology 1 Northern Luzon Completed
• Soil and Water Conservation Foundation, Inc. 1 Central Visayas Completed
• Quirino State College 1 Northern Luzon Completed
• LIFE Philippines 1 Central Visayas Completed
• Mindanao State University - Marawi 1 Western Mindanao Completed
• Notre Dame of Kidapawan College Southern and Central
1 Completed
Mindanao
• General Santos City Chamber of Commerce and Southern and Central
1 Completed
Industry, Inc. (GSCCCII) Mindanao
• Cooperative of Women in Health and Development Southern and Central
1 Completed
Mindanao
Total Number of Grants for UEM 9
CRM
• Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) 1 Northern Luzon Completed
• Coastal Conservation and Education Foundation,
1 Central Visayas Completed
Inc. (CCEF)
• Philippine Association of Marine Science (PAMS) 1 Other-Manila Completed
• Pangalaran Environment and Livelihood
1 Western Mindanao Completed
Association, Inc. (PELA)
Southern and Central Completed
• Save Davao Gulf Foundation, Inc. 2
Mindanao Completed
• Silliman University-SUAKCREM 1 Central Visayas Completed
• Southern Philippines Agri-Business Marine and Southern and Central
1 Completed
Aquatic School of Technology Mindanao
Total Number of Grants for CRM 8
IEC/Advocacy
• LIFE Philippines Foundation (Bohol), Inc. 1 Central Visayas Completed
• Philippine Muslim Women Council 1 Western Mindanao Completed
Total Number of Grants for IEC/Advocacy 2
Grand Total 34
Table 16. Summary of Grants Disbursements as of September 30, 2009 (by sector),
in PhP (USD)
Sector No. of Grants Approved Amount Disbursed Amount

5,585,345 5,199,590
FFM 15
(118,837) (110,630)
3,744,891 3,439,890
UEM 9
(79,679) (73,189)
3,855,738 3,855,716
CRM 8
(82,037) (82,037)
513,095 513,096
IEC/Advocacy 2
(10,917) (10,917)
TOTAL 13,699,069 13,008,292
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Total in USD 291,470 276,772

Table 17. Summary of Grants Disbursements as of September 30, 2009 (by region),
in PhP (USD)
Region No. of Grants Approved Amount Disbursed Amount

2,905,781 2,839,398
Central Visayas 8
(61,825) (60,413)
3,334,779 3,282,257
Northern Luzon 8
(70,953) (69,835)
5,138,589 4,604,373
South-Central Mindanao 13
(109,332) (97,965)
1,859,920 1,822,264
Western Mindanao 4
(39,573) (38,772)
460,000 460,000
Other - Manila 1
(9,787) (9,787)
TOTAL 13,699,069 13,008,292
34
Total in USD 291,470 276,772
Major lessons learned during this period and recommendations for the option years
include the following:
o Grants should be designed to encourage grantee to continue efforts to secure

counterpart funds even when the grant implementation is already ongoing;
o Grants proposals that involve construction activities require more time to process as
these are subjected to an environmental impact assessment. This requirement
should be articulated clearly to the grant applicant so that it can be taken into
consideration in the preparation of a revised proposal;
o LGUs have proven to be effective partners for the grantees as they offer financial
and technical resources that greatly contribute to the success of the project. Hence,
the EcoGov Grants program should be designed such that it facilitates increased
participation of LGUs without undermining the role of community-based groups as
the lead organization in any grant award, and;
o The Grants Manager should meet with the grant applicant during the negotiation
phase and at a critical points / milestones in the grant implementation phase. This
will expedite processing of grant applications and ensure proper monitoring.
Indefinite Quantity Subcontract – Local Service Providers
As of 30 September 2009, all Local Service Providers under the Indefinite Quantity
Subcontracts (IQS) mechanism had been mobilized through the issuance of 28 Task
Orders. Only 1 task order was issued within this period principally because all 12
subcontracts were scheduled to expire on 31 March 2009.
The total value of the 28 tasks orders issued is Php 19 million(USD 404,255), which
represents 60% of total ceiling amount allocated for the 12 Local Service Providers under

the IQS mechanism. The actual amount disbursed is Php 16.8 million (USD 357,447),
which represents 89% of total task order value.
Of the 28 task orders issued, 13 were completed within this period. One (1) task order
was terminated due to the shift in the priority of concerned LGU.
Through an open bidding process, a Fixed Price Purchase Order (FPPO) with a value of
Php 1.10 million (USD 23,404) was issued to CEST, Inc. for the preparation of SLF
Design and Cost Estimates for Mindanao LGUs. This FPPO was completed on 30 July
2009 with the submission of the SLF Detailed Engineering Designs, Cost Estimates, and
IEE of 9 Mindanao LGUs.
A second FPPO with a value of Php 2.40 million (USD 51,064) was issued to the School
of Government (ASOG) at Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) to fulfill a project
commitment under a Memorandum of Agreement between ADMU, the Province of
Lanao del Sur, and Ecogov. Though this FPPO, ASOG developed 6 new course modules
which were incorporated to an existing MPM Program of the University, and carried out
a pre-test of these modules in Lanao del Sur. All contract deliverables under this FPPO
have been submitted as of 30 September 2009.
The major outputs of the LSPs for this period include (1) Final draft of the Quirino
Forestry Master Plan; (2) draft Mt. Apo Natural Park Management Plan; (3) SLF DEDs,
cost estimates, and IEEs of 12 LGUs form Central Visayas and Souther and Central
Mindanao; (4) FGD results for Isabela and Lamitan, Basilan; (5) program design for the
certificate course for ENROs; and designs of 6 subject/modules and its integration to an
existing MPM program.
Through the issuance of 28 task orders under the IQS mechanism and 2 Fixed Price
Purchase Orders, EcoGov allocated a total of Php 22.52 million (USD 479,149) to
mobilize 14 Local Service Providers. By sectoral distribution, FFM received the largest
share of the total amount with 34% (Php7.71 million or USD 164,043), followed by
CRM at 31% (Php 6.87 million or USD 146,170). UEM accounted for 19% (Php 4.23
million or USD 90,000), while GOAD had the smallest share at 16% (Php 3.70 million or
USD 78,723).
By regional distribution, 35% (Php 7.80 million or USD 165,957) of the total amount was
used for Western Mindanao activities, followed by Central Visayas at 30% (Php 6.81
million or USD 144,893). Twenty per cent (20%) (Php 4.40 million or USD 93,617)
went to Southern and Central Mindanao while the remaining 16% (Php 3.49 million or
USD 74,255) went to Northern Luzon.
The tables below provide detailed information on the IQS

Table 18. List of Local Service Providers as of September 30, 2009
No. of
IQS / FPPO Number Name of Local Service Provider Sector Contracts
to date
Friends of the Environment for Development and Sustainability,
3841-001-06S-001 FFM 4
Inc. (FRENDS)
3841-001-06S-002 Coastal Conservation Education Foundation, Inc. (CCEF) CRM 3
3841-001-06S-003 Mindanao State University of Naawan (MSU-Naawan) CRM 3
3841-001-06S-004 Solid Waste Management Association of the Philippines (SWAPP) UEM 3
3841-001-06S-005 Basic Needs Services Philippines, Inc. (BNS) UEM 1
3841-001-06S-006 Tanggol Kalikasan, Inc. (TK) CRM 1
FFM 4
3841-001-06S-007 Institute for Small Farms and Industries (ISFI)
UEM 1
Technology Outreach and Community Help Foundation, Inc.
3841-001-06S-008 FFM 2
(TOUCH)
3841-001-06S-009 Mindanao Integrated Resource Development, Inc. (MIRDI) GoAd 1
3841-001-06S-010 Cebu Uniting for Sustainable Water Foundation, Inc. (CUSWFI) GoAd 1
GoAd 1
3841-001-06S-011 Salonga Center for Law and Development - Silliman University
CRM 1
3841-001-06S-012 SEA Consultants, Inc. (CSI) UEM 2
001 CEST, Inc. UEM 1
32-GOAD-4-WM-8- Integrating Environmental Governance into the Masters of Public
GOAD 1
ADMU-1 Management Degree Program
Table19. Summary of Disbursements for Task Orders and FPPO as of September 30, 2009,
in PhP (USD)
No. of Task
Orders / Task Order/ Actual
Name of Local Service Provider FPPO FPPO Value Disbursement
Friends of the Environment for Development and 4 2,638,927 2,618,563
Sustainability, Inc. (FRENDS) (56,147) (55,714)
3 2,467,472 2,293,931
Coastal Conservation Education Foundation, Inc. (CCEF)
(52,499) (48,807)
3 2,004,333 1,834,477
Mindanao State University of Naawan (MSU-Naawan)
(42,645) (39,031)
Solid Waste Management Association of the Philippines 3 1,413,678 1,188,341
(SWAPP) (30,078) (25,284)
1 342,320 305,955
Basic Needs Services Philippines, Inc. (BNS)
(7,283) (6,510)
1 701,739 586,009
Tanggol Kalikasan, Inc. (TK)
(14,931) (12,468)
5 2,962,666 2,748,115
Institute for Small Farms and Industries (ISFI)
(63,035) (58,471)
Technology Outreach and Community Help Foundation, Inc. 2 2,397,954 2,136,716
(TOUCH) (51,020) (45,462)
1 296,572 179,694
Mindanao Integrated Resource Development, Inc. (MIRDI)
(6,310) (3,823)
Cebu Uniting for Sustainable Water Foundation, Inc. 1 390,897 390,605
(CUSWFI) (8,317) (8,311)
Salonga Center for Law and Development - Silliman 2 2,310,780 1,742,649
University (49,166) (37,078)
2 1,088,350 823,906
SEA Consultants, Inc. (CSI)
(23,156) (17,530)

No. of Task
Orders / Task Order/ Actual
Name of Local Service Provider FPPO FPPO Value Disbursement
1 1,103,796 1,103,796
CEST, Inc.
(23,485) (23,485)
1 2,400,000 863,730
Ateneo de Manila School of Government (ADMU-ASOG)
(51,064) (18,377)
TOTAL 22,519,484 18,816,489
Total in USD 479,138 400,351
Major lessons learned during this period and recommendations for the option years
include the following:
o A longer performance period is needed for contracts involving highly technical

scope of work such as SLF DED preparation to ensure quality of outputs and
enhancement of LGUs technical capacities;
o The description of outputs/deliverables for contracts involving preparation of

course/module designs needs to be very specific in terms of form and content. This
will help ensure that the outputs produced by the contractors meet Ecogov
expectation, and;
o Contracting through FPPO has proven to be more effective than the IQS
mechanism. The FPPO mode enables the project to tap the best technical expertise
by opening the competition to as many LSPs as possible. The FPPO is also the more
efficient contracting mode as it ties up payments with specific outputs. While
FPPOs require a longer and more complicated process to modify than IQS task
orders, such a disadvantage can be managed by preparing scope of works that
accurately reflect what is required from contractors, and disbursement schedules
that properly match the weight of a specific output with its appropriate value.
Operations in some parts of Mindanao continue to be difficult. The Autonomous Region

of Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) and other conflict-affected, high risks areas, including
Western Mindanao and Regions 12 present a security threat issue particularly for project
employees. Despite the existence of an EcoGov security plan and regular reminders and
notifications about precautionary measures, security will always be a concern. Regular
refreshers, reminders and security briefings/updates will be important.
Objectives for the next quarter
Prepare for, and conduct a Work Plan Y6Y7 Review Meeting for USAID, DENR and
other project partners.
Prepare for, and host the Annual Environmental Program Implementation Review PIR)
meeting between USAID, DENR and other partners.

Mobilize the General Santos office to the new location in Davao City and consolidate
with the existing sub-office in Davao City.
Subject to USAID approval processes, finalize negotiations with, and engage the
preferred candidate for CRM Sector Coordinator.
Mobilize the STTA Mindanao Protected Area (PA) Specialist, Raoul Gelleogue to
coordinate, direct, and carry out the TAP-based (transparency, accountability,
participation) technical assistance to the PAMB of Mt. Apo Natural Park (MANP)
Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) towards the improvement of their forest
management activities. The specialist will facilitate technical assistance to the PAMB
and ensure that annual and life of project targets are achieved.
Engage the STTA Legal Specialist, Wilman Pollisco to review the DENR enforcement
handbook, input on the Saranganni draft provincial environment code, facilitate the
Samal City environmental user fee (EUF) scheme and other LGU-level legal and policy
instruments and ordinances in support of environmental programs and national policy
initiatives.
Mobilize Coastal Resources Management (CRM) Senior Advisor, Marie Antonette

Meñez to advise the project on the achievement of its coastal areas targets under
improved management and the other deliverables for the CRM sector in the approved
EcoGov Work Plan for Years 6 and 7.
Mobilize Coastal Resources Management (CRM) - MPA Network Advisor, Porfirio M.

Aliño to advise the project on the achievement of its targets related to establishment and
strengthening of MPAs and the other deliverables for the CRM sector in the approved
EcoGov Work Plan for Years 6 and 7.
Finalize the SOW and STTA contract for Ms Rosario Farrarons to act as Regional
Communications Specialist (Central Visayas).
Finalize the competitive process and engage a national level Communications Specialist,
and Regional Communications Specialist (Mindanao).
Conduct internal competition for the position of Office Manager, Mindanao. Engage the
winning candidate to fill this position.
Finalize the SOW and STTA contract for Mr Edward Lim, Al-Khalifa Advocacy
Coordinator. In this connection reviewthe Al-Khalifa initiative to determine of other
technical resources are required to complement this.
Engage candidates from competitions for Assisting Professional (AP) — CRM in Central
Visayas; Assisting Professional — GoAd (Manila), and Drivers/Messengers in Mindanao
and Central Visayas.

Donate the two US manufactured project vehicles to DENR national office and DENR 9
after completion of the necessary repair work per USAID approved Vehicle Disposition
Plan.
Conduct a focused workshop to refine and consolidate an EcoGov knowledge

management strategy.
Continue to refine the EcoGov Operations Manual. Conduct an all staff meeting to orient
EcoGov personnel the the manual and discuss operational and administrative issues with
a view to streamlining and efficiency.
Continue discussions with RARE Conservation and other partners (ie. DENR-PAO) to
host a social marketing workshop with EcoGov.
Finalize the design and set into motion the EcoGov small grants program.

Annexes
Annex A. EcoGov (Project, NRB and CPE Indicators) -- FINAL
FY 09
Indicators Target Actual Reasons for deviation from targets
A. Natural Resources and Biodiversity
1. Number of hectares under improved natural 64,940 82,033
resource management
• Marine 13,633 18,301
• Terrestrial 51,307 63,732
2. Number of hectares in areas of biological 21,215 28,586
significance under improved management
• Marine 420 530
• Terrestrial 20,795 28,056
3. Number of hectare in areas of biological 60 36 We only included MPAs with M and E conducted
significance showing improved biophysical more than twice; the remaining MPAs only have
condition one or two data points thus cannot be used to show
• Marine 60 36 improved conditions.
4. Number of policies, laws, agreements or 16 18
regulations (national and local) promoting
sustainable NRM and conservation that are
implemented
• Local 15 18
• National/Regional (ARMM) 1
5. Number of people trained in natural 350 1,010
resources management and/or biodiversity
conservation
• Female 100 255
• Male 250 755
B. Clean Productive Environment

1. Number of pollution and urban environment 30 29 At least five SWM and septage management
policies, laws, agreement or regulations ordinances are under SB/SP review.
implemented
• Local 30 29
• National
2. Number of people trained in environmental 550 669
law, enforcement, public participation and
cleaner production policies, strategies, skills
and techniques
• Female 200 225
• Male 350 444
C. Water
1. Number of persons with access to or 110,000 55,761 (a) Change in project types i.e., from community
benefitted by sanitations facilties (direct sewage systems to point source WWTFs which
beneficiaries) benefits fewer people. (b) Additional projects/
initiatives of some LGUs were not completed, e.g.,
pilot septage project of GenSan, Bayawan's sewage
system project, etc. (c) The number of households
with desludgeable septic tanks in the Sarangani
LGUs per actual survey were much lower than
projected.
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ANNEX B. STATUS OF ACTIONS ON USAID-DENR MILESTONES AND BENCHMARKS
This provides the list of milestones and benchmarks that were agreed upon by USAID and DENR in relation to four major
recommendations in the EcoGov mid-term evaluation. EcoGov’s support to DENR actions are also indicated in the matrix.
EcoGov reports quarterly on its activities and plans for next quarter while the updates on the status of DENR actions and targets for
next quarter are provided by DENR/FASPO.
Milestones & Benchmarks
Recommendations (for June 08-June 09) Status as of September 30, 2009 Plans for Next Quarter
1. Ensure DENR ownership of: DENR
1) Issuance of Memorandum Circular • Consultation meeting with Leagues of • Consultation with various DENR
o Processes, approaches, and which provides guidelines for ENR Local Government Authorities offices and Leagues of Local
strategies in working with devolution. The MC is expected to (Provinces, Municipalities, Cities and Government Authorities in
LGUs provide opportunities on how EcoGov Barangays) conducted to solicit preparation for succeeding activities
o Knowledge Products including best practices and approaches can comments and suggestions on the (i.e., capacity building and IEC
their use and dissemination to be the starting point for ENR draft MC. campaign on ENR functions)
others devolution among LGUs. • Institutional strengthening program
2) Developed a strategy for capacity • Draft MC with USec for Policy and for LGUs will be undertaken within 1
building and training on Planning year upon issuance of the
environmental governance especially Circular/Guidelines.
for non-EcoGov sites. • Integrated Ecosystem Management-
3) IEC on environmental governance linked Training Needs Assessment
developed and adopted and Capacity Building activities will
4) EcoGov processes and strategies be conducted initially in selected
integrated into KRAs and MFOs. watersheds in the country. This
5) DENR devolution strategy for LGUs activity will involve capacitating the
(as stated in the MC) adopted. LGUs in the implementation of
devolved functions.
EcoGov TA (in Year 5 Work Plan)
a) Support dialogues with DILG and
leagues on draft Joint AO (GoAd
Sector Plan)
b) Facilitate dialogues with EMB, • EcoGov team presented the results • No further activities planned
SWMC and regional offices for better of the EMB-NSWMC discussions in unless requested by NSWMC and
coordination, harmonization of Manila and Davao City to FASPO, FASPO.
mandates, functions, and structures EMB and NSWMC last quarter. The
in support of LGU implementation of new NSWMC Executive Director has
ISWM programs (UEM Sector Plan) initiated a separate organizational
assessment and indicated that it will
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consider results of previous
dialogues.
c) Develop training guides, manuals, • Ongoing in all sectors. EcoGov • Continue development of
materials on key EcoGov approaches engaged two Communication knowledge products.
in all sectors for use of DENR and Specialists to help staff with the • Refine knowledge management
LGUs (All Sector Plans) production of priority print and multi- strategy for Years 6 and 7.
media knowledge products. EcoGov • Collaborate with the NSWMC
has also started the process for Secretariat and TA teams of JICA
recruiting a Manila-based and a and GTZ in the development of
Davao-based Communications SLF design and other related
Specialist. manuals.
d) Train DENR partners (at the regional, • Ongoing in all sectors. Training and • Follow-up training and mentoring.
provincial, and CENROs) with on-site mentoring focused on SLF design, • Orientation on SWM and WWM for
application using EcoGov SWM and septage management new LGU partners.
environmental governance processes ordinance formulation (Regions 11
(All Sector Plans) and 12); SWM planning (Regions 9
and 12); WWM assessment (Region
7); FLUP (Regions 2, 9, 11 and
ARMM); mangrove co-management
(Region 9); MPA monitoring
(Regions 7, 9 and 11).
e) Partner with Silliman University and • Silliman completed the design and • Finalize review of Ateneo modules
Ateneo de Manila University-School validation of certificate course for and engage in discussion with
of Government in developing a ENROs. Ateneo de Manila’s 2-year respect to graduation ceremonies
certificate and graduate program on MPM program in ongoing in Lanao and scaling up efforts
environmental governance especially del Sur, with 20 registrants from
for the LGUs of Lanao del Sur, PLGU. All EcoGov-supported
Sarangani, and South Cotabato modules have been submitted and
(GoAd Sector Plan). subject to final internal review and
discussions.
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2. Promote EcoGov2 successes DENR/FASPO
using its knowledge products Knowledge management strategy • Orientation on KM conducted with key • Design follow-on training in
from: plan adopted that may include: DENR staff consultation with FASPO with
• Proceedings of various policy fora, • Initial batch of IEC products respect to spatial database for 2010
o Best practices database, web page, project report developed • Preparation of KM system including
o Learning sites documentation, lessons learned, • FASPO website functional and infrastructure design
o Innovations from pilots list of experts, communities with continually updated • Continuous coordination with Public
o Templates best ENR practice, etc. • Inventory and review of KM products Affairs Office and concerned DENR
o Processes • Access of information on-going Offices/Bureaus on knowledge
• Inventory and review of existing • KM needs assessment survey products dissemination, and possible
information, data, and knowledge conducted workshop on social marketing as
products • GIS spatial database training for requested.
FASPO completed • Conduct of forum on solid waste
management practices supported by
selected foreign-assisted projects.
EcoGov TA: (in Year 5 Work Plan)
a) Support the assessment of • Initial insights / assessment provided • Develop the design with FASPO
DENR/FASPO knowledge mgt by Communications Specialists. and Public Affairs Office and other
requirements (GoAd Sector Plan). partners
• Following a meeting with PAO-
DENR there will be no requirement
for training in communications
planning. EcoGov has reviewed the
b) Conduct training on communication DENR PAO communications plan,
planning (and identify how EcoGov and at request of PAO, considering
approaches and best practices may training in social marketing.
be integrated in DENR’s
communication plan and strategies)
(All Sector Plans)
c) Design and conduct pilot training on
audience-oriented IEC/social
marketing/advocacy for concerned
DENR regions and central offices
((GoAd Sector Plan)
d) Complete all planned EcoGov • Ongoing in all sectors. • Continue development of knowledge
knowledge products for the use of products.
DENR, LGUs, and other partners (All • Refine knowledge management
Sector Plans). strategy for Years 6 and 7.

3. Work to ensure sustainability DENR
at every level 1) DENR devolution strategy for LGUs
o Sustainability of DENR adopted.
strategy for partnership with 2) Inventory of LGUs’ ENR programs, • DENR conducted survey of LGUs
and support or assistance to budget and personnel for covered by foreign-assisted projects.
LGUs at the national and its programming (as inputs to devolution About 60 LGUs responded to the
field offices strategy, possible linkages with survey. Results were processed and
o Sustainability of PLGUs LGUs, etc.) conducted analyzed by FASPO and used as
partnership with and support inputs in ENR Conference program.
to their LGUs EcoGov TA: (in Year 5 Work Plan)
o Sustainability of LGUs as a) Develop template for the inventory of • Survey conducted in support of ENR • Initiate development of information
they plan and implement LGU ENR’s programs in all sectors financing conference completed. base
ENR initiatives (All Sector Plans to be coordinated Data will flow into information base
by GoAd Sector)
b) Assist DENR in completing inventory
of FFM, UEM, and CRM activities in
all EcoGov-assisted LGUs using the
template (All Sector Plans)
4. Develop and promote DENR:
alternative financing options Organize Environmental Financing • National Conference on ENR • Conference proceedings under
for: Conference to discuss sustainable Financing completed. preparation
o DENR continuing programs financing options for ENR programs
for partnering, supporting, held.
and assisting LGUs
(province, municipalities, Topics may include:
cities) • What’s the strategic role of DENR
o PLGUs support for and • What are the different financing
partnership with their LGUs options available for LGUs.
(cities and municipalities) • How can DENR tap other
o LGUs planning and sectors/donors
implementation of their
devolved ENR activities
o Communities ENR Target audience: DENR, DOF, LGUs,
management activities Donors, Private Sector, DILG, etc.
EcoGov TA: (in Year 5 Work Plan)

a) Assist DENR/FASPO as it • National Conference on ENR • Follow up design of round table
coordinates with concerned sectors Financing completed. Next steps meetings in regions with FASPO
the design effort for the conduct of an identified and partners
Annex B, Page 4 of 5 The Philippine Environmental Governance 2 Project

Environmental Financing Conference
in early 2009 (GoAd Sector Plan) • Ten EcoGov-assisted LGUs presented
b) Prepare EcoGov environmental projects for financing in the
financing cases for presentation “marketplace” session.
during the conference (PES in the
FFM sector, public-private
partnership in all sectors, cost
recovery and business planning in
UEM/SWM, and use of LGU special
account mechanism in all sectors)
(All Sector Plans).
c) Support the participation of selected
LGU and DENR participants to the
conference (GoAd Sector Plan).

Annex C. Summary of EcoGov-Assisted LGUs by Province, Sector, and Counterpart Funding for Planning and Implementation
Sectors Assisted 2009 LGU Budget Per Sector

Island Region Region No. Province No. Municipality/ City UEM TOTAL
CRM FFM
CRM FFM ISWM WWM SWM WWM
Western Mindanao ARMM 1 Basilan 1 Lamitan City 1 1 100,000 100,000 200,000
2 Lanao del Sur 2 Marawi City 1 700,000 700,000
3 Bubong 1 50,000 50,000
Provincial LGU 800,000 800,000
Region 9 4 Zamboanga City 1 1,000,000 1,000,000
5 Isabela City 1 1 1 -
3 Zamboanga del Sur 6 Dimataling 1 1 135,000 135,000
7 Dinas 1 410,900 410,900
8 Dumalinao 1 1 1,897,000 1,100,000 2,997,000
9 Labangan 1 1 200,000 50,000 250,000
10 Pagadian City 1 1 1,224,000 7,000,000 8,224,000
11 San Pablo 1 493,560 493,560
12 Tabina 1 930,000 930,000
13 Tukuran 1 250,000 250,000
14 Dumingag 1 50,000 50,000
15 Mahayag 1 50,000 50,000
16 Sominot 1 50,000 50,000
17 Lake Wood 1 50,000 50,000
18 Guipos 1 250,000 250,000
Provincial LGU 2,550,000 300,000 1,900,000 4,750,000
4 Zamboanga Sibugay 19 Buug 1 500,000 500,000
20 Ipil 1 1 100,000 3,500,000 3,600,000
21 Naga 1 1 50,000 50,000
22 Payao 1 100,000 100,000
23 RT Lim 1 1 70,000 50,000 120,000
24 Tungawan 1 1 1 300,000 200,000 480,000 980,000
25 Imelda 1 1,900,000 1,900,000
TOTAL for WESTERN MINDANAO 15 11 11 - 8,760,460 2,750,000 17,680,000 - 29,190,460
Southern-Central ARMM Lanao del Sur 26 Wao 1 1 1,000,000 506,250 1,506,250
5 Maguindanao 27 Datu Unsay 1 -
28 Shariff Aguak 1 -
6 Shariff Kabunsuan 29 Datu Odin Sinsuat 1 150,000 150,000
30 Upi 1 2,800,000 2,800,000
Region 12 7 Sultan Kudarat 31 Bagumbayan 1 2,150,000 2,150,000
32 Isulan 1 1,350,000 1,350,000
33 Kalamansig 1 1 1 5,400,000 250,000 5,650,000
34 Lebak 1 1 1 500,000 1,000,000 1,500,000
35 Sen. Ninoy Aquino 1 700,000 700,000
36 Tacurong City 1 1 12,500,000 12,500,000
Annual Report No. 5, October 2008 - September 2009 Annex C, Page 1 of 5

CRM FFM
8 North Cotabato 37 Kabacan 1 720,640 720,640
38 Kidapawan City 1 1 1 500,000 10,291,146 10,791,146
39 Makilala 1 100,000 100,000
40 Magpet 1 1 80,000 80,000
41 President Roxas 1 1,260,000 1,260,000
42 Aleosan 1 -
9 South Cotabato 43 Koronadal City 1 1 2,500,000 2,500,000
44 Polomolok 1 1 1,200,000 1,200,000
45 Surallah 1 2,377,480 2,377,480
46 Tampakan 1 2,000,000 2,000,000
47 T'boli 1 280,000 280,000
48 Tupi 1 260,000 260,000
49 Lake Sebu 1 1 652,360 652,360
50 Norala 1 50,000 50,000
51 Sto. Nino 1 80,000 80,000
52 Tantangan 1 150,000 150,000
Provincial LGU 7,411,000 7,411,000
10 Sarangani 53 Alabel 1 1 1 200,000 380,000 300,000 880,000
54 Kiamba 1 1 1 7,500,000 793,000 300,000 8,593,000
55 Maasim 1 1 350,000 350,000
56 Maitum 1 1 1 450,000 529,480 250,000 1,229,480
57 Malapatan 1 1 400,000 300,000 300,000 1,000,000
58 Glan 1 400,000 400,000
59 Malungon 1 300,000 300,000
Provincial LGU 1,000,000 900,000 1,900,000
General Santos City 60 General Santos City 1 1 3,186,693 3,186,693
Cotabato City 61 Cotabato City 1 1,800,000 1,800,000
Region 11 11 Davao del Norte 62 Panabo City 1 1 1 639,600 639,600
63 Island Garden City of Samal 1 1 1 205,000 2,200,000 2,405,000
64 Tagum City 1 1 15,000,000 15,000,000
12 Davao del Sur 65 Bansalan 1 390,000 390,000
66 Santa Cruz 1 1 490,000 320,000 810,000
67 Malalag 1 1 1,164,943 1,500,000 2,664,943
68 Digos City 1 1 1 7,500,000 7,500,000
69 Davao City 1 1 1 300,000 2,000,000 2,300,000
TOTAL for SOUTHERN-CENTRAL MINDANAO 6 23 32 15 995,000 26,610,000 79,040,232 3,302,360 109,947,592

CRM FFM
Central Visayas Region 7 13 Bohol 70 Alburquerque 1 250,000 250,000
71 Baclayon 1 500,000 500,000
72 Balilihan 1 1,125,000 1,125,000
73 Corella 1 200,000 200,000
74 Cortes 1 125,000 125,000
75 Dauis 1 1 515,000 515,000
76 Duero 1 1 350,000 500,000 850,000
77 Guindulman 1 310,000 310,000
78 Jagna 1 1 415,000 1,200,000 1,615,000
79 Lila 1 200,000 200,000
80 Loboc 1 1 1,000,000 1,000,000
81 Maribojoc 1 1 500,000 500,000
82 Panglao 1 250,000 250,000
83 San Miguel 1 50,000 50,000
84 Sikatuna 1 150,000 150,000
85 Talibon 1 1 1 300,000 500,000 350,000 1,150,000
Provincial LGU 1,500,000 500,000 2,000,000
14 Cebu 86 Alcoy 1 1 200,000 200,000
87 Alegria 1 -
88 Argao 1 -
89 Badian 1 -
90 Balamban 1 300,000 300,000
91 Carmen 1 547,100 547,100
92 Compostela 1 1,000,000 1,000,000
93 Dalaguete 1 1 400,000 400,000
94 Danao City 1 1 1,040,000 400,000 1,440,000
95 Moalboal 1 -
96 Pilar 1 250,000 250,000
97 Poro 1 605,000 605,000
98 San Francisco 1 1 650,000 1,000,000 1,650,000
99 Toledo City 1 1 1,500,000 8,000,000 9,500,000
100 Tudela 1 622,130 622,130
Provincial LGU 1,200,000 10,000,000 11,200,000

CRM FFM
15 Negros Oriental 101 Amlan 1 700,000 700,000
102 Ayungon 1 1 150,000 150,000
103 Bacong 1 500,000 500,000
104 Bais City 1 1 1 3,500,000 2,300,000 5,800,000
105 Basay 1 -
106 Bayawan City 1 1 1 3,800,000 5,200,000 2,300,000 11,300,000
107 Bindoy 1 1 100,000 250,000 350,000
108 Dauin 1 1 1 250,000 650,000 900,000
109 La Libertad 1 150,000 150,000
110 Manjuyod 1 1 149,200 1,000,000 1,149,200
111 San Jose 1 720,000 720,000
112 Sta. Catalina 1 1 5,000,000 1,000,000 6,000,000
113 Tanjay City 1 200,000 500,000 700,000
114 Tayasan 1 100,000 100,000
115 Siaton 1 1 720,000 720,000
116 Sibulan 1 1 120,000 1,050,000 1,170,000
117 Zamboangita 1 470,000 470,000
Provincial LGU 1,500,000 1,500,000
16 Siquijor 118 Enrique Villanueva 1 -
119 Larena 1 -
120 Lazi 1 -
121 Maria 1 -
122 San Juan 1 -
123 Siquijor 1 -
TOTAL for CENTRAL VISAYAS 29 12 31 6 5,588,430 19,670,000 42,975,000 2,650,000 70,883,430
Northern Luzon Region 2 17 Nueva Vizcaya 124 Alfonso Castaneda 1 1 965,000 2,315,000 3,280,000
125 Ambaguio 1 50,000 50,000
126 Aritao 1 1 110,000 2,100,000 2,210,000
127 Bagabag 1 1,080,000 1,080,000
128 Bambang 1 685,600 685,600
129 Bayombong 1 3,000,000 3,000,000
130 Diadi 1 250,000 250,000
131 Dupax del Norte 1 700,000 700,000
132 Dupax del Sur 1 1 489,000 300,000 789,000
133 Kasibu 1 1 400,000 400,000
134 Kayapa 1 400,000 400,000
135 Quezon 1 1 393,000 100,000 493,000
136 Solano 1 2,000,000 2,000,000
137 Sta. Fe 1 350,000 350,000
138 Villaverde 1 350,000 350,000
Provincial LGU 2,100,000 2,100,000

CRM FFM
18 Quirino 139 Aglipay 1 1 200,000 200,000
140 Cabarroguis 1 1 35,000 330,000 365,000
141 Diffun 1 1 200,000 600,000 800,000
142 Maddela 1 1 200,000 900,000 1,100,000
143 Nagtipunan 1 1 200,000 350,000 550,000
144 Saguday 1 965,000 965,000
Provincial LGU 30,000,000 30,000,000
19 Isabela 145 Cauayan City 1 4,100,000 4,100,000
Region 3 20 Aurora 146 Baler 1 1 1 200,000 475,000 675,000
147 Dinalungan 1 1 400,000 400,000
148 Dipaculao 1 1 1 300,000 571,276 871,276
149 Ma. Aurora 1 1 100,000 1,300,000 1,400,000
150 San Luis 1 1 50,000 50,000
151 Casiguran 1 550,000 550,000
152 Dilasag 1 1 150,000 550,000 700,000
153 Dingalan 1 400,000 400,000
Provincial LGU 1,048,000 855,000 1,903,000
TOTAL for NORTHERN LUZON 4 14 30 - - 36,690,000 26,476,876 - 63,166,876
TOTAL, ALL LGUs 54 60 104 21 15,343,890 85,720,000 166,172,108 5,952,360 273,188,358

ANNEX D. ECOGOV YEAR 5 OUTPUTS
A. Technical Reports and Policy Papers
⇒ Coastal Resource Management Sector

Development of a Davao Gulf Hydrodynamic Model in Relation to Pollution
Dispersal
Estimation of Mariculture Carrying Caacity in Dumalinao Bay Using
Hydrodynamic and Dispersal Models
Marine Protected Area (MPA) Management Effectiveness and Enhanced
Monitoring and Evaluation: Deriving Incentives for Improving MPA Governance
(draft)
Cost-Benefit Study of Marine Protected Areas: Implications on Financing and
Institutional Needs, published in Philippine Agricultural Scientist, Vol. 92 No. 2,
153-169 (June 2009)
⇒ Governance and Advocacy Sector

Guided LGU Self-Assessment on the State of Environmental Governance Practices:
2009 End of Base Year State and Trends (draft)
Improving Natural Resource Governance: A Key to Ensuring Peace and Stability in
Mindanao, Philippines
B. B. Guidebooks, Manuals and Toolkits

Sourcebook on Best Practices in MPA Networks: Developing and Enhancing Inter-
LGU Alliance and People’s Participation (draft)
⇒ Forest and Forestlands Management Sector

Sourcebook on FFM Best Practices: Good Governance and Innovative Partnerships
for Forest Management (draft)
⇒ Urban Environmental Management Sector

Guidebook on Designing Category 1 and 2 SLFs
Sourcebook on SWM Best Practices: Developing Creative Schemes for Good
Governance in Solid Waste Management (draft)
Compendium of SLF Designs in Northern Luzon
C. LGU Plans
⇒ Forest Land Use Plans

Forest Land Use Plan of Naga, Zamboanga Sibugay
Forest Land Use Plan of Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay
Forest Land Use Plan of RT Lim, Zamboanga Sibugay
Forest Land Use Plan of Upi, Shariff Kabunsuan
ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 ANNEX D, PAGE 1 OF 3

Forest Land Use Plan of Malungon, Sarangani
Forest Land Use Plan of Sibulan, Negros Oriental
⇒ Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plans

Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Dumalinao, Zamboanga del
Sur
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Guipos, Zamboanga del Sur
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Imelda, Zamboanga Sibugay
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Tungawan, Zamboanga
Sibugay
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Norala, South Cotabato
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Sto. Nino, South Cotabato
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Tantangan, South Cotabato
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Magpet, North Cotabato
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Kabacan, North Cotabato
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of President Roxas, North
Cotabato
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Aleosan, North Cotabato
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Kiamba, Sarangani
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Malapatan, Sarangani
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Malalag, Davao del Sur
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Bacong, Negros Oriental
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Manjuyod, Negros Oriental
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Zamboangita, Negros
Oriental
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Siaton, Negros Oriental
Ten-Year Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan of Bindoy, Negros Oriental
⇒ SWM Cost Recovery Plans

SWM Cost Recovery Plan of Bayawan City, Negros Oriental
SWM Cost Recovery Plan of Jagna, Bohol
D. Information Materials
Frequently Asked Questions on Mangrove Co-Management Agreement
E. Terminal Reports
Terminal Report of Hazel A. Arceo, CRM Coordinator
Terminal Report of Edward S. Lim, Regional Coordinator for Western Mindanao
Terminal Report of Rodolfo V. Aragon, FFM Regional Specialist -Western
Mindanao
Terminal Report of Raoul T. Geollegue, Mindanao Protected Area Specialist
Terminal Report of Maria Fe L. Portigo, CRM Regional Specialist – Western
Mindanao
Terminal Report of Rogelio C. Serrano, Regional Coordinator for Northern Luzon
Terminal Report of Annie Maria E. Mendoza, Finance Specialist
ANNEX D, PAGE 2 OF 3 THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

F. Bullets and Stories

USAID Mission Director, Samal city mayor commit support to help protect Davao
Gulf’s biodiversity
Coastal town gears up for greater role in environmental management through Al
Khalifa
Samal resort owners back move to require environment fees
Sea turtle appearance pleases coastal resource advocates
Dinas launches Islam-inspired local ordinance on mangrove conservation
Pilar Municipal Park: A Model of Environmental Governance
Forum for Dumalinao Mariculture Park in Zamboanga del Sur draws interest from
various investors
⇒ Forests and Forestlands Management Sector

Tribal leaders adopt plan to protect and develop ancestral domain
USAID project boosts T’boli livelihood in Sarangani
Harmonized plan for Mt. Apo critical to Mindanao’s sustainable development
⇒ Urban Environmental Management Sector

Sanitation facility improvements ignite advocacy for waste management from the
religious sector
South Cotabato gives waste management a boost
Surallah in South Cotabato to construct common sanitary landfill to service 6
municipalities
EcoGov jumpstarts wastewater management in biodiversity regions
Solid waste management gets big push from local ordinance
Bayawan steps up “no open burning” of waste campaign
General Santos City launches waste management campaign
MSU System’s curricula, programs to introduce Islamic perspectives in
environmental governance
IP women frontline waste management project in threatened Lake Sebu
South Cotabato breaks ground for its first cluster sanitary landfill
Community sewage management project raises waste management awareness
among Lake Sebu indigenous people
South Cotabatos learns river and lake management
⇒ All Sectors
Cebu Starts Province-Wide Environmental Enhancement Program
Governance Incentives Program Takes Off in Cebu
Local Governments Converge to learn About Financing Good Environmental
Projects
ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 ANNEX D, PAGE 3 OF 3

The Philippine Environmental Governance 2 Project
(EcoGov 2)
Unit 2401, Prestige Tower
F. Ortigas Jr. Road (formerly Emerald Avenue)
Ortigas Center, Pasig City 1605
Philippines
Tel. (632) 635-0747 Fax: (632) 637-8779
http://ecogovproject.denr.gov.ph

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PREFACE

Development Alternatives, Inc.

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 i

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 iii

iv THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

Table 1. Summary of 5-Year and 7-Year Targets and Accomplishments ............................. 5

Figure 1: EcoGov Key Convergence Areas Y6Y7 ................................................................ 11

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 v

Annex A. EcoGov (Project, NRB and CPE Indicators) — Final

Annex B. Status of Actions on USAID-DENR Milestones and Benchmarks

Annex C. Summary of EcoGov-Assisted LGUs by Province, Sector, and Counterpart

Annex D. EcoGov Year 5 Outputs

vi THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

ADB - Asian Development Bank

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 vii

viii THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 ix

The Philippine Environmental Governance 2 (EcoGov) Project, a grant by the US

1.1 Project Overview

CLIN 0001: Strengthened Government Institutions, with a five-year target of

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 1

CLIN 0003: Improved Coastal Resources Management (CRM), aimed at reducing

CLIN 0004: Improved Waste Management, with a five-year target of effecting

CLIN 0005: Municipal Investment in Sanitation, with a five-year target of promoting

Manila: maintaining Sector Leaders/Coordinators, senior policy analysts, technical

2 THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

 Targets in hectares of forests and forestlands under improved management and

 EcoGov was able to engage 21 LGUs to develop their wastewater/septage management

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 3

 The institutionalization of technical assistance at the LGU level continues. In this

4 THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

Five-Year Seven-Year FY 09 Accomplishments

1.3 Leveraging of LGU investments

 Presented below is information on number and type of LGUs assisted by EcoGov

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 5

1.4 EcoGov Contribution to Anti-Corruption

 Transparency, accountability, participation and functionality are core precepts in the

 Good environmental governance enables institutions in society — government in

6 THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

1.5 EcoGov Contribution to Addressing Global Climate Change (GCC)

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 7

1.6 EcoGov Contribution to Conflict Management in Mindanao

 EcoGov continues to promote the Al Khalifa (The Steward), an environmental

8 THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 9

1.8 Key Overarching Challenges for EcoGov in Y6Y7

Mapping political transitions in an election period (2010)

10 THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

Figure 1: EcoGov Key Convergence Areas Y6Y7

Integrating global climate change considerations

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 11

Promoting sustainable financing mechanisms

 Establish a network of local governments to share information on best practices in ENR

12 THE PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE 2 PROJECT

 Continue to cultivate Provincial LGUs to take leadership of environmental governance

 Identify suitable hosts or intermediary support institutions for specific EcoGov

1.9 Implementation Concerns

ANNUAL REPORT NO. 5, OCTOBER 2008 – SEPTEMBER 2009 13

Mandating an ENRO at the municipal/provincial levels has been mooted in several

Forest and Forestlands Management

Targets in hectares of forests and forestlands under improved management and

EcoGov was able to engage 21 LGUs to develop their wastewater/septage management

The institutionalization of technical assistance at the LGU level continues. In this

Presented below is information on number and type of LGUs assisted by EcoGov

Transparency, accountability, participation and functionality are core precepts in the

Good environmental governance enables institutions in society — government in

EcoGov continues to promote the Al Khalifa (The Steward), an environmental

Establish a network of local governments to share information on best practices in ENR

Continue to cultivate Provincial LGUs to take leadership of environmental governance

Identify suitable hosts or intermediary support institutions for specific EcoGov

Leveraging of funding for conservation efforts

Public and private investments. Public-private partnership in FFM development is

Payment for Environmental Services. Activities leading to the implementation of PES

The “ridge to reef” (R2R) framework or integrated ecosystems management (IEM)

At the provincial level, EcoGov pilot tested a watershed-based, and asset-focused

As part of the FLUP implementation process, LGUs in Central Visayas continue to

Activities leading to the completion and approval of FLUPs in several LGUs in

Scaling up of FLUP formulation continues to progress in Zamboanga del Sur.

It is strategic to work with Provincial LGUs in scaling up FLUP formulation and

Additional knowledge products were developed in relation to MPA networking, inter-

Assistance was provided by EcoGov to the Provincial LGU in promoting the

The EcoGov team continued to assist in implementation activities in other established

The DuGJan (Duero-Guindulman-Jagna) MPA Network of Bohol, which was formed in

The BATMan (Bindoy-Ayungon-Tayasan-Manjuyod) MPA Network in Negros Oriental