Reservoir January To June, 2014 Issue

January - June 2014
Vol. 6 No. 1
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Contents
Editorial
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ZCWD Signs
Joint Venture Agreement...................... 4
DBM Approves ZCWDs Category A
Organizational Structure and Staffing
Pattern (OSSP) ................................... 5
Meet the Newly Appointed Assistant
General Managers................................ 8
ZCWD Faces the Local Media........... 10
First Quarter Trainings ....................... 11
GSIS Pre-Counselling
Seminar.............................................. 14
VISION
I
The Corporate Epoch......................... 15

ZCWD Supports Brigada
Eskwela.............................................. 16
ZCWD and DENR Conducts
Information, Education and
Communication Campaign (IECC)
at Sitio Duminatag.............................. 17
ZCWD and BFP
Conducts Fire Drill.............................. 18
An Early Morning Anniversary............ 19
Serviendo por 40 Aos y Mas......... 20
Recipe of Success.............................. 22
Replacement of Pipeline at Governor
Camins Avenue.................................. 24
ZCWD TSG Conducts Spring
Water Source Verification................... 25
WEMWADA Holds 2014
Tap and Drill Olympics........................ 26
WEMWADA Conducts
1st and 2nd Quarter Meetings ........... 27
ZCWD Produces its Institutional
Multi-Media Presentation.................... 28
A Report on ZCWD Putik Collection
Center Transactions........................... 29
Zamboanga City Water District
Disaster & Risk Reduction
Management Committee
(ZCWD-DRRMC)................................ 30
Earthquake Preparedness Guide....... 32
ZCWD-City Government of
Zamboanga Ink
STP Agreement.................................. 33
ZCWD Launches its AVP.................... 34
ZCWD Conducts Orientation
on Water,Sanitation and Hygiene
(WASH).............................................. 35
Agua es Vida Continues its
Radio/TV Program on e-Media........... 36
The DENRS Pulong
Bato Trail Adventure
Challenge 2014.................................. 37
Newly Promoted
Employees.......................................... 38
recent signing of the 50MLD

Bulk Water Supply Project
and Sewage Treatment
Plant,
to
include
the
development of additional
water sources established
in the East Coast and West
Coast areas in Lamisahan,
Tolosa, Lumayang, Labuan,
Vitali and Dumalon, and
through the various pipeline
replacement
projects,
barangay water system
networks as well as booster
stations and production
wells that were put in
place, or currently undergoing
construction.

Likewise, it would be noted
that ZCWD has enviably accomplished
in securing the sacred confines of the
Pasonanca Natural Park which is home to a
wealth of biodiversity, teeming with various
species of flora and fauna. If not for the
empowered participation and sustainable
contribution of the community towards
reaching this goal, this would not have all
been realized.

In all respects, ZCWD continuously
stands true to deliver life through flowing
water. In all aspects, it has earned all the
praise reports it has received, and that
there is still more in the coming years.

All these are but testimonies to the
zealous commitment and dynamism of the
able men and women in the organization
which lends support in the collective pursuit
to deliver utmost service to the public.

And all these have been sourced
from the pulsating belief that Agua es
Vida. Water is, indeed, life.

Indeed, the Zamboanga City
Water District holds firm and fast to its goal
of becoming a premier water utility provider.
Four decades is long enough to account
for all the accolades it has received, and
to stand strong with the challenges it has
hurdled, and finally, to brave on with
the swirling dynamics of change with
regard to the growing consumer needs of
Zamboangueos.

The last forty years has
been witnessed to ZCWD becoming a
distinguished institution, as it has ranked
among the top five water districts that is
able to deliver quality water consistent with
the requirements set under the Philippine
National Drinking Water Standards.

This milestone success of
bridging potable water to households has
been reached through an accumulation
of synergistic efforts done by the ZCWD
in actively engaging itself to accomplish
more, especially in terms of building a
strong water system infrastructure with the
About the Cover

The collection of imagery in the magazine cover depicts the varied services and
active efforts ZCWD has placed premium for the last 40 years.

The early decades of the organization witnessed the establishment of ZCWDs
main office as well as the construction of Phase 1 of the Water Treatment Plant. The 1990s
saw the Pasonanca Watershed as a protected area, and had since been co-managed by
the ZCWD in partnership with the DENR and the City Government of Zamboanga, as well
as other important stakeholders for preservation and conservation efforts.

Time sped along and the organization steadily kept bridging access to barangays
which are wanting of water service connection with the construction of more barangay
water systems, production wells and booster stations as well as the installation and upkeep
of its water pipeline network. Not to mention the digitized system and customer care
upgrade it has put in place to keep up with the dynamics of time and change.

These, and more in the coming years. Towards the goal of becoming a premier
water utility provider.
Gracias na Servicio......................... 39
Zamboanga City Water District | The Reservoir
Chairpersons Message

Pride in our past is the force of our
future.

We are proud of the tremendous
success we have experienced in the
past 40 years. From 1,784 water service
connections in 1974, we have increased
to over 53,000 and intend to keep that
momentum in our drive to maximize
operations in Zamboanga City.

We remain optimistic of the citys
prospects in the coming years as domestic
industries, particularly tourism and factories,
are expected to rise. With these present
opportunities for growth, we also recognize
the challenges attendant to these. However,
I am confident that with the Zamboanga
City Water Districts highly capable and
fully committed management team and the
organization, as a whole, we can continue
to execute projects successfully and sustain
our drive for growth as we build on our new
investments.

Today, as we celebrate our
40th anniversary, I am sincerely grateful
for reaching this milestone despite the
unprecedented challenges we face by
dynamically responding to the constant
changes in our consumers needs.

The general sense of optimism resulted

in the conclusion of negotiations for
new investment opportunities. This was
made possible when Zamboanga City
Water District (ZCWD) and Prime Water
Infrastructure Corporation (PWIC) have
forged a 50 MLD Bulk Water Supply
agreement this year to ensure steady
potable water source for the coming years in
the city. This investment also demonstrates
our strong position and support for the
governments call for higher infrastructure
investment in the country which is vital to
the Philippines.

We, the Board of Directors, stay
committed for the continuing improvement
of ZCWD. I extend my gratitude to the
management team and our colleagues for
their commitment and dedication towards
this goal.

Finally, I thank our partners
in the public and private sector and all
our customers who have been working
closely with us for the past 4 decades. All
our achievements would certainly not be
possible without your cooperation.

Thank you.
and Primewater Infrastructure Corporation

entered into a Joint Venture Agreement
and Bulk Water Purchase Agreement for
the 50 MLD Bulk Water Supply pursuant to
the 2008 NEDA Joint Venture Guidelines.
The primary goal of the partnership is the
development of a sustainable new water
source that will help reduce the number
of households without access to potable
water.

On April 21, 2014, ZCWD and the
City Government of Zamboanga signed
a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
authorizing the use and construction of
the STP underneath the Citys Material
Recovery Facility (MRF) at Magay Street,
this city.

Another remarkable highlight
was the approval by the Department of
Budget and Management (DBM) of our
Pattern (OSSP) as a Category A Water
District with a total of 432 positions for
implementation effective April 23, 2014.

On this note, I wish to pay tribute
to our previous General Managers, former
and current Board Members and colleagues
for being part of the 40 years of successful
existence of the ZCWD. I also thank our
customers for their continuous support.

Ultimately, I would like to give my
utmost thanks and praise to our Almighty
God for His infinite generosity, continued

graces and abundant blessings bestowed
upon the ZCWD and its workforce through
the years. We offer all our triumphs and
achievements unto Him.
General Managers Message

This
semester
was
both
momentous and memorable for the
Zamboanga City Water District as
it commemorated its 40th founding
anniversary on April 1, 2014. This event
marked another feat for ZCWD as well as
its dedicated officials and employees who
have exhibited their relentless commitment
to serve the public consistent with its
bywords that water is life.

The week-long celebration was
concluded with a dinner and program
honoring the history, journey, and the
men and women behind the success and
continuous existence of the ZCWD.

Personally, I consider this not
only as an occasion to re-affirm our roots
and vision, but to renew ourselves so that
we are well equipped to celebrate our
succeeding anniversaries. This milestone,
likewise, signals the start of a more
responsive water district whose relevance
will be underscored on delivering best
quality service, reaching more households,
and sustaining quality of water.

Since its inception in 1974 and
despite all challenges, ZCWD continues
to grow and expands its service area
by embarking on various projects in
collaboration with the local government and
other stakeholders.

In fact, on March 31, 2014, ZCWD
ZCWD Signs Joint Venture Agreement

Raymund Montee E. Domingo
Front row (from left to right): Ms. Sharmaine G. Tan of ZCWD, Prime Water representative, Dir. Milagros L. Fernandez, M.D. (ZCWD Board Member),
Dir. Nelida F. Atilano (ZCWD Board Chair), GM Fe. T. Rebancos (Prime Water Infrastructure Corporation) with Ms. Myra Lyn Lilig and Atty. Ma. Gemma
D. Aspiras (Legal Division Chief of Prime Water), and Atty. Adzra Arbison Juljani of the Office of the Government Corporate Counsel.
Back Row (from left to right): Mr. Fernando R. Camba (ZCWD), AGM Alejo S. Rojas, Jr. (ZCWD), Engr. Eduardo Ramon T. Dimaano (PICE
representative), AGM Roberto R. Mendoza (ZCWD), AGM Ambali A. Taola (ZCWD), Dir. Efren F. Araez (ZCWD Board Member), Dir. Edwin N.
Makasiar (ZCWD Board Member),GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez (ZCWD), Mr. Michael Regino (Prime Water President), Atty. Lovell C. Abad (ZCWD),
Dir. Edwin M. Caliolio (ZCWD), Atty. Mark Allen M. Paredes (ZCWD), Atty. Jesus Apuyod (Prime Water Legal representative), and Mr. Rogelio
Larracochea (PICPA representative).
he Zamboanga City Water District (ZCWD) and the

PrimeWater Infrastructure Corporation (PWIC) signed
the Joint Venture Agreement and the Bulk Water Purchase
Agreement for the design, financing, construction and operation
of a 50 million liters per day (MLD) additional supply of water for
the city of Zamboanga, specifically in the west coast. The facility
has the following components:
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Water treatment facility
700 linear meters of transmission line for raw water
3.3 kilometers of 700 mm diameter of treated water

transmission lines
2 units of water reservoir with a capacity of 10,000

cubic meters
Supply and installation of 2 sets of Electro-Magnetic

Bulk Meter

The multi-million peso treatment facility (PhP645M)
project finally materialized after two years of thorough review
and evaluation of the unsolicited proposal by the Joint Venture
Selection Committee (JVSC), which is composed of management,
technical and financial representatives of the ZCWD, the Office of
the Government Corporate Counsel, and the National Economic

and Development Authority as voting members. It also includes
non-voting representatives (observers) from the National Water
Resources Board and the local chapters of the Philippine Institute
of Civil Engineers (PICE) and Philippine Institute of Certified
Public Accountants (PICPA).

A series of committee meetings were held to complete
the review and evaluation of the proposal following the procedures
under the 2008 NEDA Guidelines and Procedures for Entering
into Joint Venture Agreements between Government and Private
Entities.

The Tender Documents were published in the Philippine
Star on December 18, 2013. Six (6) private entities submitted
Letters of Intent. However, only two proponents actually
purchased eligibility documents but there were no submissions
made as to their technical and financial proposals. Since no
private entity challenged the proposal of the original proponent,
the ZCWD Board approved and authorized the execution of the
JVA and BWPA pursuant to Board Resolution No. 042. The legal
examination on the terms of the Agreements was done by the
Office of the Government Corporate Counsel.

GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez and Chairperson Nelida
F. Atilano of ZCWD, and PWICs President Michael Regino and
GM Fe Rebancos signed the Agreements. The project is expected
to be fully operational towards the end of 2016.
DBM Approves ZCWDs Category A Organizational

Structure and Staffing Pattern (OSSP)
Denyse D. Pamintuan
he approval of the re-categorization

of Zamboanga City Water District
(ZCWD) from Very Large to Category
A Water District has provided immense
opportunities for its organizational
strengthening, which is vital to the
consequent improvement of its service
delivery through its manpower input.

By way of background, last
April 2, 2012, the Local Water Utilities
Administration
(LWUA)
issued
a
Certification of Category A to ZCWD
in compliance with the guidelines as
provided for in the Department of Budget
and
Management
(DBM)-approved
Revised Local Water District Manual on
Categorization, Re-Categorization and
Other Related Matters (LWD-MaCRO)
effective March 2012.

As an offshoot to the grant of
the said certification, a LWUA-MaCRO
workshop was held on July 2, 2012 at the
Marcian Business Centre, Zamboanga City
which was graced by then Administrator
Eduardo C. Santos and Engr. Edgardo C.
Demayo of LWUA and GM Anselmo Sang
Tian of Butuan City Water District. The
workshop was intended to clarify all issues
and concerns of the local water districts.

On October 9, 2013, the
ZCWD submitted to DBM the proposed
Pattern (OSSP), with a total of 529
positions under the authority of ZCWD
Board Resolution No. 177, S. 2013, which
approved the proposal for the modification
of the OSSP or the ZCWD under Category

A of the Revised LWD-MaCRO, and
Board Resolution No. 178, S. 2013
which
authorized
the
implementation
of the proposed modification in the

OSSP of ZCWD in accordance with the
Revised
LWD-MaCRO
on
staggered
implementation within 2013-2016.

As of recent, the DBM approved
the
Organizational
Structure
and
Staffing Pattern to implement the new

categorization of the ZCWD from Very
Large to Category A pursuant to the
Revised LWD-MaCRO, with a total of 433
positions which took effect on April 23,
2014.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICE OF THE GENERAL

MANAGER
INTERNAL AUDIT DIVISION
(Operations Audit Division)
CORPORATE PLANNING
DEPARTMENT
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
PLANNING AND
MONITORING DIVISION
LEGAL SERVICES DIVISION
MANAGEMENT
INFORMATION SERVICES
DIVISION
INVESTIGATION AND
LITIGATION DIVISION
SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT &

MAINTENANCE SECTION
SYSTEMS APPLICATION &
MANAGEMENT SECTION
OFFICE OF THE AGM FOR

ADMINISTRATION

FINANCE

OPERATIONS

TECHNICAL SERVICES
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COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND

EXTERNAL AFFAIRS SECTION
A
ADMINISTRATION
GENERAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
HUMAN RESOURCE
DEPARTMENT
BUILDING AND GROUNDS

MAINTENANCE DIVISION
MANPOWER PLANNING &

RECRUITMENT DIVISION
JANITORIAL AND MINOR

REPAIRS SECTION
PERSONNEL WELFARE
DIVISION
SECURITY SECTION
TRANSPORT OPERATIONS AND

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DIVISION
The Office of the AGM for
WATER METER MAINTENANCE

DIVISION
Administration oversees the
PROCUREMENT AND MATERIALS

MANAGEMENT DIVISION
financial planning, billing and

recordkeeping,
personnel
management and physical

distribution
and
PROCUREMENT SECTION
logistics,
BAC SECRETARIAT
within the organization.
PROPERTY & WAREHOUSING

SECTION
B
OFFICE OF THE AGM FOR FINANCE
ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL

MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
GENERAL ACCOUNTING
DIVISION
The
AGM
is
the
Office
of
for
Finance
backbone
the
of
ZCWD operations and

processes.
to
record
It
operating
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transactions,
and
prepares
statements
seeks
financial
to
inform
top management about

the present economic
health.
COMMERCIAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
BILLINGS DIVISION
LEDGERING SECTION
METER READING
SECTION
FINANCIAL REPORTING
SECTION
BILLING SECTION
PAYROLL AND SUBSIDIARY

DIVISION
CUSTOMER
ACCOUNTS DIVISION
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
SECTION
DELINQUENT SECTION
PAYROLL & REMITTANCE

SECTION
SATTELITE OFFICES
BUDGET & CASH

MANAGEMENT DIVISION
CASHIERING SECTION
COLLECTION SECTION
BUDGET MANAGEMENT
SECTION
CUSTOMER SERVICES
DIVISION
SERVICE APPLICATION
SECTION
WATER SERVICE
CONNECTION
INSTALLATION SECTON
CUSTOMER CARE
DIVISION

OPERATIONS
PIPELINES AND APPURTENANCES
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
PRODUCTION
DEPARTMENT
WATER PRODUCTION
DIVISION
WATER DISTRIBUTION
DIVISION
SURFACE WATER SECTION
PRESSURE MANAGEMENT AND

MONITORING SECTION
GROUND WATER SECTION
TRANSMISSION / MAINLINE LEAK

REPAIR SECTION
TRANSMISSION / MAINLINE
APPURTENANCES MAINTENANCE
SECTION
WATER QUALITY DIVISION

ELECTRO-MECHANICAL
DIVISION
The
Office
Operations
potable
of
the
AGM
RESTORATION DIVISION
SERVICE CONNECTION
MAINTENANCE SECTION
SURFACE / PAVEMENT
RESTORATION SECTION
for
ensures that ZCWDs
water
distribution
PIPELINES & LEAKAGE CONTROL DIVISION
runs
LEAK DETECTION AND

MONITORING SECTION
smoothly and effectively. Without it,

ZCWD cannot achieve the efficiency
PIPELINE REHABILITATION
SECTION
which is required in the production,
SERVICE CONNECTION
REHABILITATION SECTION
treatment and delivering of quality,

potable water to consumers.
NON-REVENUE WATER MANAGEMENT

DIVISION
SEWERAGE DIVISION
SEWERAGE PLANT
OPERATION SECTION
SEWERAGE MAINTENANCE
AND CONNECTION
MAINTENANCE SECTION
The Office of the AGM for

Technical
Services
conducts
and implements design studies,

specifications and execution studies
aimed at implementing all or part
of a new installation project, or to

modifying existing equipment while
taking into account the required
materials, costs and time constraints.
ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION

DEPARTMENT
ENVIRONMENT AND WATER

RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
WATERSHED & ENVIRONMENTAL

MANAGEMENT DIVISION
DESIGN DIVISION
WATER RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT DIVISION
MAINLINE EXPANSION &

REHABILITATION DIVISION
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TECHNICAL SERVICES
8 Meet the Newly Appointed Assistant General Managers

Aris B. Austria
ith the re-categorization of ZCWD from a Very Large to Category A Water District, two new Assistant General Managers
(AGMs) were appointed on June 16, 2014.
The Administration Group, with two departments and six divisions, is responsible for the manpower, procurement of
materials and equipment and the maintenance and upkeep of ZCWD offices and facilities.
The Technical Services Group, on the other hand, has two departments and five divisions in charge of the planning, design and
rehabilitation of service lines as well as the management of the watershed.

Both Groups are part of ZCWDs core functions in delivering public service to Zamboangueos. Colossal as it may seem,
these groups require competent, experienced and dedicated individuals to steer it. And so, meet our new AGMs.
dministration is not strange to AGM
Ambali Alih Taola. AGM Taola,
affectionately known as Sir John joined
the ZCWD in 1978 as Bookkeeper. He was
eventually promoted to Accounting Clerk,
then as Billing and Collection Chief, and
as Division Manager of the Electronic and
Data Processing Division (EDP). He was
then promoted to Department Manager
of the Commercial Services and EDP
Department before becoming AGM of the
Administration Group.

Behind all these changes and
development, AGM Taola remained
straightforward and firm in his work to
continuously implement improvements in

our office procedures.

Even
before
taking
the
responsibility as AGM for the Administration
Group, AGM Taola has always been
keen in discussing personnel welfare
at management meetings. He is also in
touch with the important issues relative to
personnel matters which he channels to
his group as well as to the management.
From the very start, AGM Taola has
planned his destiny, because he always
strove for excellence. He was candid in
saying that there were some reservations
towards him when he took the post as
Chief of the Billing Section.

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Mr. Ambali A. Taola

Assistant General Manager
Administration Group
I wish for every

employee to be
committed to
his job and, at
the same time,
be happy and
satisfied.
AGM Ambali A. Taola

These
reservations
were
replaced with determination.
He
demonstrated reliability and dedication
to his work. His integrity and honesty
towards his duties and responsibilities
earned for him the respect and confidence
of ZCWDs management team.

For him, promotion is an honor.
Working with the water district is both
challenging and interesting, says AGM
Taola. He reflected on his stint at the
Commercial Services Department which
he considers to be challenging because he
had to face more customers that needed
the offices services.

AGM Taola stated, I am pro-
employee and pro-labor. This is a

conviction he has passionately manifested
through various activities, notably, in the
field of sports and recreational activities.

He believes that a strong
camaraderie will result to greater
productivity. He is also keen in ensuring
that job order workers are not exploited,
and that he wants every personnel to give
their best performance. Hence, he is keen
on punctuality and the attendance of his
personnel.

He believes that an individual
can think effectively when he/she comes
to office early and can do more when he/
she is always present. He also believes
that an employee can go about in planning
efficiently his/her activities for the day
when he/she comes to office early.
AGM Taola stressed that he is outputdriven and it should be of sound quality.
In relation to his management style, AGM
Taola likes people coming to his office.
Still, AGM Taola insists the observance of
protocol in the office.

People will accomplish more, if
they are always present says AGM Taola.
He added I wish for every employee to be
committed to his/her job and, at the same
time, be happy and satisfied.

He emphasized on the importance
of quality output and timeliness, and that it
is important to be able to deliver and give
the needs and requirements of personnel,
and other departments in the office. He
believes that the Administration Group
should be proactive in all things especially
in providing support to the office for it to
effectively operate.

Moreso, AGM Taola firmly
believes that hard work should be coupled
with pursuing further studies.
the ZCWD was considered as a God

Father Water District and a Hall of
Famer by LWUA. I also experienced
Vasquez and was confirmed by the Board
the era of labor unrest and financial
of Directors as AGM of the Technical
difficulties. All these events instilled in
Services Group, and I began to think of the
me a sense of pride knowing that the
enormous tasks ahead, especially with the
ZCWD is a premier organization capable
large projects soon to be implemented by
of excellence. Likewise, I became more
the office.
aware and sensitive to labor-management
relationship, making me more appreciative

of labors value towards the organizations
success.

AGM Alfonso
expressed
his
positive outlook for the Technical Services

Group, when he said, This is a new unit,
Engr. Arnulfo A. Alfonso

Technical Services Group
shoulders, when I was appointed by GM
and as such, a new and better culture can
AGM Alfonso further reflected
on taking the challenge of his position

and said, As a consequence of the recategorization of water districts, taking the
position of Assistant General Manager of
the Technical Services Group became an
option. It now seems that I didnt seek the
position, but the position sought me out.
be introduced.
On his thoughts on the promotion
When the position eventually became
as AGM, he only remarked, My journey to
available, I took the challenge because
this position that I occupy now has been
I thought and felt that I am qualified and
began his career with ZCWD in 1979.
a long, albeit, uneventful trek. I started
equipped with the necessary technical
AGM Alfonso is a licensed electrical
as a plant maintenance officer, then as a
capability and experience and, more
engineer by profession and joined the
division manager. I have been stuck as a
importantly, the managerial skills to run
ZCWD as Plant Maintenance Officer, and
division manager, until a few years back
the group efficiently and effectively.
was later promoted as Chief of the Control
when I was promoted to the position of
department manager. During the interview
he vied for the position of Assistant General
echnical Services has been his forte,
ever since AGM Arnulfo A. Alfonso
Maintenance Division, a post he held from

1983-1994. In 1995, AGM Alfonso was
promoted to Division Manager of the Utility
and Maintenance Division and became
for the AGM position, I felt confident

realizing that I was at the threshold of
Department Manager of the Maintenance
achieving what almost every officer of the
Department in 2011.
ZCWD dream of achieving.
He added that, several years ago,
Manager for the then Construction and

Maintenance Department. As fate would
have it, I was not successful that time.
Considering the organizational setup then,
True to his relaxed manner, AGM
I thought that the chances of becoming an
Alfonso began sharing his experience with

ZCWD stating, Im in my 35th year with
Assistant General Manager is almost nil.
Make it happen.
the ZCWD. When I joined this institution, it
The farthest that I can look ahead that time
AGM Arnulfo A. Alfonso
was to become a department manager.
a start-up organization. I could say, I
Therefore, we can safely say that it was not
saw the ZCWD grow from an insiders
a thought out plan to become an assistant
perspective.
the
general manager. AGM Alfonso believed
exposed me to all the achievements
magnitude and the impact of his position
that luck was on his side, and which was
and challenges that this organization
as AGM when he said, I immediately felt
also an important factor in his professional
encountered. I saw the glory days when
the gravity of the responsibility laid on my
success.
Working here, all these years,
AGM Alfonso
also
saw
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was barely 4 years old and was essentially
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I have seen and experienced managers
Manager itself is an enormous challenge,
with
styles
emphasized, in most of our meetings,
and one that is coupled with issues and
achieving the same results. Maybe its not
that there is no shortage of ideas in the
concerns that need to be addressed. At
much on the style but whom you apply
office, and more particularly, within our
any rate, given this responsibility, AGM
your style to. An organization is composed
group. The only problem is that most of
Alfonso believes it to be an opportunity to
of people with different circumstances in
these ideas never mature into reality. My
find fresh and long term solutions, to what
life, and no one management style can be
motto then became: ASE SE SUSEDE
could be considered as grave, recurring
applied to all. Anyway, generally speaking,
which simply means: MAKE IT HAPPEN...
problems.
Im more inclined on the Leader-Leader
because dreams will always be dreams,
AGM Alfonso is firm in his belief
model as opposed to the Leader-Follower
unless you do something to make it a
that there is always room for improvement,
model of managing people. Basically, what
reality.
no matter how good an organization or
it means is that I will give personnel of the
unit is. He stated that the Engineering
Technical Services Group the opportunity
and Construction Department and the
to utilize their abilities to the fullest and not
Environment
Resources
just follow orders from the top, which more
Department can readily be considered as
often than not, is a limiting factor in the
a well-oiled unit with competent personnel
exercise of their full capabilities.
as he has taken over it two years ago.
On his proposed plans and
is keen in advancing the value of integrity
water supply sustainability for
innovations for his group, AGM Alfonso
in the organization. This, along with
our customers by developing
has this to say, Just like the wheel, which
capability-building,
water sources and expanding
is one of mankinds greatest inventions,
started, is his formula in harnessing the
the wheel can always be reinvented.
Technical Services Group to actively
Firstly, I would like to address the
contribute in the offices productivity.
accountability issues of each unit within
the Technical Services Group vis-a-vis
Technical personnel are sent to trainings
its mandate. Secondly, I would address
and educational tours/visits to acquire
*Provide accurate, prompt and
the competency issues of personnel to
additional
responsive technical designs
ensure that individual competence and
workforce is an effective and productive
qualification match the position occupied.
workforce. Establishing partnerships with
Thirdly, to improve the working conditions
other water districts and water companies
of employees of the Technical Services
is another strategy that I will pursue, to
Group.
expose technical people to best practices
Being
Assistant
and
Water
General
different
management
In a larger arena, AGM Alfonso
which
he
already
AGM Alfonso further explains that
knowledge.
competent
He
adds,
have
always
AGM Alfonsos personal mission

statement for the TSG, to wit:
*Develop plans to ensure
the water network for an

efficient water transmission and
distribution;
in line with the plans to ensure

water supply sustainability for
our customers; and
On his management style, AGM
that can be replicated in our unit. AGM
*Protect the Watershed to
Alfonso stated during his interview with the
Alfonso stressed that the best practices
ensure the sustainability of
selection and promotion board, I believe
he wants to implement in his group
water sources within the area.
that you, guys, consider management
are
style important, to which I agree. However,
Competency.
Integrity, Accountability, Technical
ZCWD Regional Training Center First Quarter Trainings
11
Mariam Suzette A. Sahi-Sahijuan

he Regional Training Center of the
water which flows from our treatment plant
and Validation of Control Measures,
Zamboanga
District
to the household taps are free from any
Risk Assessment and Prioritization and
(ZCWD) conducted a series of trainings
forms of bacteria, which otherwise will be
Attendant Output on Identification of
solely intended for water district employees.
health-threatening to our customers.
Controls, Validation of Effectiveness of the
The objectives of the seminar-
Controls, Identification and Prioritization
workshop on Water Safety Plan (WSP) is
of Insufficiently Controlled Risk; Module
to provide a preventive risk management
5:
Development,
system for water districts, to mitigate
and
Maintenance
public health related hazards in everyday
Upgrade Plan and Attendant Output on
operating conditions and in emergency
Development of Prioritized Improvements/
situations as well. The Water Safety
Upgrade Plan, Implementation Schedule
Plan is a blueprint which aims to guide
of Improvement Plans, Monitoring Plan of
the organization in the maintenance and
Improvements/Upgrades;
City
Water
Orientation on RA 9262 and Other

Gender Related Laws
Implementation
of
Improvement/
prevention of water contamination from its

source up to the point of consumption.

Atty. Sharon May Sales-Belisario
and Atty. Judelyn T. Macapili, both from

the Commission on Human Rights IX
handled the orientation in two separate
schedules. Forty-four (44) employees of
the ZCWD attended the orientation at the
TC Araneta Regional Training Center, Old
Reservoir, Pasonanca, Zamboanga City.

Among the topics discussed
during the orientation were Republic Act

7877 or the Anti-Sexual Harassment Law,
Republic Act 9262 or the Anti-Violence
against Women and their Children Act of
2004, and the Magna Carta of Women.
Seminar-Workshop on Water
Safety Plan
Twenty-eight
(28)
participants
from various water districts in Mindanao

and three (3)
Zamboanga
barangay officials from
City
attended
the
said
seminar-workshop.

Resource speakers from the
Local
Water
Utilities
Administration
(LWUA) and the Department of Health

(DOH) enthusiastically handled the threeday seminar-workshop.
Module 6: Monitoring Control Measures

Dr.
and Attendant Output on Assessment of
Edison Cuenca, Engr. Ma. Sonabel Anarna
the Performance of Control Measures,
and Engr. Arturo Fernando handled the
Establishment of Corrective Actions for
following modules with their respective
deviations that may occur; Module 7:
workshop outputs: Module 1: Assembling
Verifying the Effectiveness of the WSP
the WSP Team and Attendant Output on
and Attendant Output on Confirmation of
Typical Composition of a WSP Team &
the soundness and appropriateness of
Checklist of Stakeholders;
the WSP, Confirmation of the Attainment
Engr.
Virgilio
Bombeta,
of Water Quality Targets; Module 8:

Preparation of Management Procedures
and Attendant Output on Management
Procedures for Normal and Incident/
Emergency
Conditions;
Module
9:
Module 10: Planning and Carrying Out

Module

As an important social entity in
the community, the ZCWD and its staff

complement know that water is important
to life, and we reckon that quality safety
standards should be met to ensure that
and
Periodic Review of the WSP; and Module
Attendant Output on System Assessment
11: Revision of the WSP following an
and Description & Process Flow Analysis;
Incident.
Module 3: Hazard Identification and
Risk Assessment and Attendant Output
to come up with their own water safety
on
plan in compliance to the upcoming DOH
2:
Hazards
System
and
Description
Hazardous
events
identification; Module 4: Determination
Participants were then asked
Administrative Order on Water Safety.
January - June 2014
Development of Supporting Programs;
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Seminar on Disaster Management
and Response
The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction
Recently, our country has experienced

natural disasters such as typhoons, floods
and earthquakes which caused the loss of
lives of several Filipinos.

these
In order to properly address

disasters,
knowledge
and
the
consequent application of management

and
quick
response
measures
by
Topics during the seminar were
and Management (DRRM) System, Risk

Profile, Recent Disaster Events, Impacts,
Coping Mechanisms, State of DRRM,
Understanding
Hydrometeorological
Hazards and Climate Change, Geologic

Hazards, Countermeasures and Building
Earthquake Evacuation Plan, Introduction
to Incident Command System.
Orientation and Local Adaptation
must be built up in order to develop a
Plan Development Training on
comprehensive
Climate Change Adaptation and
management
strategy so as to appropriately respond to
Disaster Risk Reduction and
emergencies, as quickly and as effectively
Management for Water Districts
as possible, to protect lives and properties.

Twenty-six
(26)
Siocon Water District, Isabela City Water

District,
Lamitan
City
Water
District,
Maluso Water District and Zamboanga

City Water District.

Ms. Bebet G. Gozun, Climate
Resiliency Team Leader of the USAID

Be Secure Project, started the seminar
with the topic on Introduction to Climate
Change. Ms. Gozun also discussed the
designated Disaster Committee members

disaster
District, Pagadian City Water District,
causes as well as the consequences and

impacts of climate change, what people
can do, and the legal mandate to prepare
for, and reduce risk to climate impacts
and the means to understanding Disaster
Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM)
concepts, as well.
ZCWD
employees attended the three-day seminar
to
on Disaster Management and Response
The
participants
understand
that
were
climate
made
change
action requires concerted efforts of the
conducted on April 21-23, 2014 at the TC
government & their partners (private
Araneta Regional Training Center, Old
sector, NGOs, communities, development
Reservoir, Pasonanca, Zamboanga City.
partners) to manage and adapt to a

changing & more invasive environment.
The Zamboanga City Water District,
in coordination with USAID Be Secure
Project, conducted a three-day Orientation
and Local Adaptation Plan Development
Training on Climate Change Adaptation
and
Disaster
Risk
Reduction
and
Management for Water Districts on April

The pool of speakers was led
23-25, 2014 at the La Azotea, Garden
by no less than the Assistant Regional
Orchid Hotel, Governor Camins Avenue,
Director of the Office of Civil Defense IX,
Zamboanga City.
Mr. Jose Eric S. Castillo. Other speakers

include Mr. Casmar J. Pajiji also from
the Office of Civil Defense, Ms. Maribel
G. Enriquez, Officer In-charge of the

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and
Astronomical
Services
Ms. Milabel Enriquez of PAG-
ASA- IX presented the Impacts of Climate

Change in Western Mindanao while Mr. Jay
Administration
Tecson, Partnerships Team Leader of the
(PAGASA) and Engr. Eduardo T. Lauron
USAID Be Secure Project, presented the
also from PAGASA.
January - June 2014
topics on Readiness of Water Districts to

Said seminar was participated in
Address Climate Change, Climate Change
by thirty-eight (38) participants from the
Challenges Typical to Water Utilities, Four-
different water districts in the country, such
Stage Readiness Framework and Local
as Baguio City Water District, Laguna
Adaptation Planning and presented a case
Water District, Metro Iloilo Water District,
study of Digos Water District.
Leyte Metro Water District, Cagayan de
Oro Water District, Misamis Occidental
presented
Water District, Metro Cotabato Water
Adaptation Plan.
The participants prepared and

a
Local
Climate
Change
Seminar on Bomb Explosives
Seventeen
(17)
participants
Identification and Detection
from the water districts around Mindanao
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attended and completed the two-day

seminar on Basic Records and Archives
Management Seminar held at the Diamond
Room of the Grand Astoria Hotel, Mayor
Jaldon Street, Zamboanga City last May
29-30, 2014.
Thirteen (13) ZCWD personnel
attended the two-day seminar on Bomb

Explosives Identification and Detection
conducted at the Regional Training Center,
Pasonanca, Zamboanga City.

of
PINSP. Maricar Ricafort Ledesma

the
Firearms
Explosives
Security
Agency and Guards Sections (FESAGS)

9 handled the first part of the seminar with
a lecture on R. A. 5487, otherwise known
as An Act to Regulate the Organization
and Operation of Private Detectives,
A robot/machine used by the
PNP during the conflict time was also

demonstrated to the participants. SPO1
Nodado mentioned that the robot was with
them during the September 2013 crisis
involving the MNLF. He added that the
robot saved their lives, countless number
of times during that incident.
Basic Concepts and Principles of
Records Management & Archives, Different

Types of Records, Advantages of Effective
and
Efficient
Records
Management,
Records Life Cycle, Records Storage,

Classification and Arrangement, Records
Watchmen or Security Guards.
Filing and Retrieval, Records Disposition/
The lecturer gave emphasis on
Appraisal, Records Preservation, Threats
the need to renew their license to practice
and Risk Management, LWUA Records
their profession as security guards, as
Disposition Schedule and Management
well as to remind them of their roles and
of Public Records (Title IV Rule 20, IRR
responsibilities in their work agency.
of 9470) were the topics discussed during

the seminar.
A short lecture on gun safety
was given by PO3 Renchie A. Mago at

Camp Abendan, Mercedes, Zamboanga
City. After the said lecture, the participants
underwent actual firing activities to remind
them on the proper way of handling

SPO1 Jonathan A. Nodado of the
Regional Public Safety Battalion 9, EOD

Mobile Unit, started his presentation by
defining what is an Improvised Explosive
which are in existence as well as different
explosives being used by uniformed
officers were presented to the participants.

The participants were then taught
on how to detect explosives attached to

ordinary items, such as a gallon of ice
cream. SPO1 Nodado also brought wires
which seemed ordinary but are in fact
explosives in and of itself.
Seminar-Workshop on Basic
Records and Archives
Management
Ms. Maria Rosan D. Perez of
the Local Water Utilities Administration

handled the seminar.
January - June 2014
Device (IED). Photos of the different IED
firearms.
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GSIS PRE-COUNSELLING
SEMINAR
Joanne C. Rivera
he Administration Group, through
its Human Resource Department,
conducted a pre-counselling on GSIS

retirement packages and other updates
for employees who are soon to be on
retirement.

The said counselling is done
once every semester and was participated

in by employees who are qualified to retire
from government service. This is to give
the employees a better understanding
about GSIS benefits, should they opt
to retire before they reach compulsory
retirement age.

The office was privileged to have
Mr. Eddie A. Cruz, Head of the GSIS

Zamboanga Branch, as the speaker for
the said activity, and who presented the
various retirement packages, updates and
other related matters.

With this, it can be said that
ZCWD personnel can rest assured that the

management and the GSIS are working to
keep a continuous, effective partnership
in communicating pecuniary benefits and
other entitlements due to government
workers.
January - June 2014
ZCWD regular employee listens as GSIS head Eddie Aguilar Cruz discuss about retirement benefits
15
Lee-Roy T. Depositario
erhaps we could all say and agree
Department the reinforcements being
our Illegal Connection and Investigation
that the year 2013 was irreversibly
introduced to the current format of the
Unit (ICIU) have brought down a good
dented by the undignified assault on our
Water Service Contract (Contract Card),
smacking on perpetrators of illegalities
beloved Ciudad de Zamboanga by the
the objective of which is to efficiently
relative to the services of the ZCWD. The
MNLF-Misuari Faction. It was a violent
safeguard the interests of the ZCWD
ICIU has sustained its efforts to enforce
interruption to the normalcy of everything,
and its good customers by being more
the policies and promote legal awareness
including work at the Zamboanga City
responsive
among the consuming public.
Water
Regardless,
underway is the Sewerage Treatment
we have endured and acted upon the
Plant, A MOA recently signed with the City
Order Workers of ZCWD, as the SSS
opportunity to manifest our resilience as
Government of Zamboanga, and a definite
has offered social security coverage
Zamboangueos.
boost to the ZCWDs level of services.
via its E-AlkanSSSya Program. The
District
The
(ZCWD).
succeeding
Also
Good news as well for the Job
Through a Board Resolution,
Legal Department has been tasked to
the ZCWD has expressed its gratitude
draft the Memorandum of Agreement
Celebration
culminated
and appreciation for the Sangguniang
to facilitate the agreement. Despite the
on the eve of April 01, 2014 with a Gala
Panlungsods support to the Bulk Water
contractual provision on the inexistence
Night hosted at the Garden Orchid Hotel
Outsourcing Project with Prime Water
of an employer-employee relationship,
Convention Center. For the men and
Infrastructure
ZCWDs J.O.s can now look forward to
women of ZCWD, the milestone was a
Considering
welcome distraction from the mundanity of
increase of the city, the ZCWD feels the
life at work. A motorcade, quiz bee, tap and
inadequacy of having only two (2) water
half of 2014 has been very productive
drill contest, bloodletting, and sportsfest
treatment plants. To cope up with future
indeed. As for the second half, the
were among the activities organized in
circumstances, the ZCWD has partnered
men and women of the ZCWD Legal
celebration within the week leading up to
with PWIC to put up a 645-Million Water
Department surely look forward to a more
April 1. Pretty much everyone has had a
Treatment Plant within the Zamboanga
fruitful and promising run, bearing in mind
piece of the action. A
City
our company mantra Agua es Vida.
Presently, all units are largely
Freeport area.It is foreseen that this would
involved with target accomplishments that
ensure a steady supply of potable water
would serve to underscore even more
for the city in the years to come.
the importance of this year. For the Legal
been
is
contemporary.
landmark for ZCWD. Its 40th Anniversary

having
year
and
Corporation
the
Economic
steady
Zone
(PWIC).
population
Authority
and
acquiring social security benefits.

We can easily say that the first
The vigilant and zealous efforts of
January - June 2014
ZCWD Job order employees listen as SSS representative orients on the E-AlkanSSSya Program
ZCWD Supports
Brigada Eskwela
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ZCWD job order worker fixes pipes at the

Catalina Vda. de Jalon Memorial School
he Zamboanga City Water District,

through its Community Relations
and External Affairs (CREA) Section,
January - June 2014
participated in the conduct of the Brigada
to form part of the volunteer contingent for
Eskwela program of the Department of
the conduct of the Brigada Eskwela.
Eskwela has shown that ZCWD can take
Mr. Acta and Mr. Paras, with
part in ensuring potable water for school
supervision from Mr. Alvin Bautista, took
children and its entire population. Lastly, the
the task of repairing the schools water
parents activity enabled the school to forego
pipes. The repair involved a thorough
worries of a faulty water service connection.
Education (DepEd).

As part of its commitment to the
activities, ZCWD repaired pipes and water

facilities at the Catalina Vda. de Jalon
Memorial School in Tumaga.
In response to said request,
check of the water pipes from its overhead
ZCWD sent two (2) of its job order workers,
tank to other connections located in the
Mr. Roberto Acta and Mr. Raymond Paras,
classrooms and comfort rooms.
Our
Support
to
the
Brigada
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Residents of Sitio Duminatag, DENR representative and ZCWD personnel
ZCWD AND DENR CONDUCTS INFORMATION,

EDUCATION AND COMMUNICATION
CAMPAIGN (IECC) AT SITIO DUMINATAG
he Zamboanga City Water District,
the DENR representative also espoused
in partnership with the Department
fishing as another means of income for the
of Environment and Natural Resources
local residents of Duminatag.
(DENR),embarked on an Information,
Education and Communication Campaign
residents to be considerably responsible
(IECC) at Sitio Duminatag, boundary
in their community, to preserve the
of Zamboanga City and Zamboanga del
environment
Norte last May 13, 2014.
ecosystem from inflicting damage, and
ZCWD
and
DENR
informed
ZCWD personnel advised the
and
save
their
local
continue to treasure and sustain the
the residents of Duminatag about the
ecological stability in the area.
significance of protecting and preserving
residents were also educated on the
the
Pasonanca
About
importance of security and other protective
70
local residents were present during
measures regarding the protection of
watershed.
The
the watershed, in keeping with the idea
for the dialogue with ZCWD and DENR
of safeguarding the area from man-
representatives pertaining to their source
made, intrusive activities and hap-hazard
of livelihood which mainly comes from the
interventions.
resources available in the locality as well
as the responsibilities that came with the
to the Pasonanca watershed is among
ownership of their lots at the buffer zone.
the top priorities of the ZCWD and DENR.
DENR personnel discussed the
More IECC programs are scheduled to be
plans and programs for the residents at
conducted for other barangays located in
the buffer zone area. They also provided
the buffer zone areas of the watershed.
seedlings of fruit-bearing trees, vegetables

and others to augment peoples sources
of livelihood activities. Aside from farming,
The conduct of the IECC relating
Top to bottom: Michael Dela Cruz (DENR),

Dennis Gregorio (ZCWD) and Wilson Manalo
(ZCWD) lecture about watershed protection
and preservation
January - June 2014
The residents came
the orientation.
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The ZCWD medic team during the fire drill exercise held on April 23, 2014
ZCWD and BFP Conducts
FIRE DRILL
coordination between ZCWD personnel manning the water

tankers and the BFP personnel who are working with fire trucks
in cases of fire emergency, among others.
he Zamboanga City Water District (ZCWD) through its
Disaster and Risk Reduction Management Commitee and
list detailing out the location of fire hydrants and stand pipes for
the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) -Zamboanga City joined

forces to conduct a fire drill exercise last April 23, 2014 at the
ZCWD Main Office in Pilar Street.

of inventory of fire hydrants and stand pipes, as well as the
The objective of the said exercise was to evaluate the
readiness of ZCWD personnel in cases of fire emergency, and to

instill consciousness about important procedures to be followed
during occasions of fire. The drill also measured the effectiveness
of the Contingent Plan which would, in turn, help to enhance and
Likewise, it can be noted that ZCWD provided BFP a
easy access during fire emergency responses. Further, ZCWD

GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez advised BFP representatives that
the latter may use the water from designated stand pipes and fire
hydrants at any time, as long as it is used for official purposes,
and with proper accounting.

GM Vasquez also suggested that during the conduct of
the said inventory, representatives from all ZCWD sub-stations

should be present in order that each will be informed on the
location of every identified hydrant or stand.
employ effective emergency response mechanisms to incidents
brought about by fire.
meeting between ZCWD and BFP are part of ZCWDs efforts
to strengthen its disaster preparedness and risk reduction
On the same day, a coordination meeting between
ZCWD and BFP was held where they discussed the conduct
The Conduct of the Fire drill and the coordination
strategies.
January - June 2014
(L-R) Engr. Arnulfo A. Alfonso, SI Alfonso N. Timosa, SI Paul S. Carpio, SFO III Wilhelm O. Albrecht, GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez, Engr. Efren
Salvacion and AGM Alejo S. Rojas, Jr
An Early
Morning
Anniversary
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Leila M. Montejo
customers paying at our main office, but

also at the Putik and Ayala Collection
Centers, and at the Postal Bank and
Amanah Bank. The early birds received
blue colored mugs with ZCWD emblem.
Thereafter, each of the customers were
given anniversary key chains.

Simple tokens these may seem to
be, but to the office, in general, and to our

cashiers, in particular, it has paved a way
for an improved, if not better relationship
with our valued customers. Kudos to
ZCWD Management for coming up with
this idea of giving value, where value is
due.

Same goes out to our frontliners
April Joy Domingo, Menchie Mendoza,

Belen Yraola, Neneth Granada, Anna
Marie Ledesma, Elsie Flores, Liezl Ongcoy
and Reggie Miasco for taking a bold stand
amidst the rigorous, backbreaking daily
routine in catering to and offering the best
service to our customers.

The
bold,
strong
man
and
women of the Collection Section will stand

AGM for Administration Group Ambali Taola hands a coffee mug to a customer.
by the vigour they have mastered all these

years to offer the best they could. Their
most enthusiastic. Thrilled with the thought
camaraderie is strong; a sign of a good
City Water District celebrated its
that as they open their counters that early
foundation of better days and years to
40th Anniversary, which aimed to mark a
Tuesday morning, they will be faced by not
come, in the service of our paying public.
momentous milestone by not only focusing
just the usual paying customers, but to be
I raise my cup to better days and a bright
on its historical achievements, but to focus
privileged enough to see their happy faces,
future ahead!
as well on its valued customers, in working
as they give away commemorative mugs
together to create a future.
and key chains to the first few hundreds of
experience has left us all excited to see
customers who would flock to the window
what we can accomplish as we move into
in joyous celebration, but the first hour
counters to pay their water bills.
our 41st year and beyond.
of the Anniversary date has found our
Cashiers at the Collection Section the
chains were not only made available for
The day found our employees
The anniversary mugs and key
Certainly,
this
beautiful
Cheers to the Zamboanga City
Water District!
January - June 2014
pril 1st was the day that Zamboanga
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SERVIENDO POR 40 AOS Y MAS

Raymund Montee E. Domingo & Raul Ruben R. Rivera Jr.
elebrating its 40th year, the

now serves 54 Barangays with a total
of 53,132 active service connections
(as of June 2014).
For the past
four decades, the ZCWD takes pride
in providing quality and unceasing
service to the people of Zamboanga.
This includes implementation of
various projects and inauguration of
additional water systems.

ZCWDs
40
momentous
years as a water utility provided the
ZCWD management and personnel
the opportunity to celebrate these and
their tireless efforts and sacrifices for
the organization.

A motorcade kicked off the
week long celebration in the morning
of March 26 which began at ZCWDs
Main Office in Pilar Street and ended
at the ZCWD Water Treatment Plant
in Pasonanca. A short program was
held followed by the slicing of the
ceremonial cake. A Quiz bowl was
held in the afternoon participated by
ZCWD regular employees and job
order workers.

March 27 marked the
blessing and inauguration of a water
system project at Barangay Sinubong,
Zamboanga City, and was followed
by a Tap and Drill Competition. Mr.
Leo Gilbert E. de Leon and Mr. Elvie
F. Labacanacruz garnered 1st place
while Mr. Alan F. Bautista and Mr.
Nelvin E. Vicente were declared
on 2nd place, and Mr. Raymond A.
Olayon and Mr. Daniel R. Carana
placed 3rd.

A Bloodletting activity was
also held on March 28 wherein
47 blood donors from ZCWD
employees and Job Order workers
participated in the said activity. The
ZCWD facilitated the conduct of the
said activity in partnership with the
Philippine National Red Cross, as
a means to promote camaraderie
among employees. A two-day Sports
Fest was also held last March 29-30.
ZCWD personnel took the streets to kickstart the week-long 40th anniversary last March 26, 2014.
Some of the historical artifacts displayed during the Gallery Viewing. In picture: Sewer pipe dating
as far back as 1938.
Participants channeling their strengths for the Tap and Drill competition.
January - June 2014
ZCWD personnel spent two days of chess

matches, dart and bowling during the ZCWD
Sportsfest held last March 29-30, 2014
ZCWD Board officials and GM Vasquez shared

a ceremonial toast during the inauguration of
the Sinubong Water System Project.

To drum up the event, a
gallery viewing was held in the
morning of April 1, which showcased
artifacts as early as 1936. A press
conference was also held with the
launching of the AVP on the ZCWD
Institutional Ad, Water Treatment
processes and the Pasonanca Natural
Park Watershed, as well as the soft
launching of the Coffee Table Book
cover. In the evening a gala began
with a thanksgiving mass. The 40th
anniversary programme showcased
the best of ZCWD the performance of
the ZCWD chorale and the awarding

of ZCWD employees.

During the program, GM
Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez addressed
colleagues and friends and said that
the 40th anniversary celebration
serves to be a milestone not only as
an occasion to re-affirm our roots and
vision, but to renew ourselves so that
we are all equipped to celebrate our
succeeding anniversaries. It likewise
signals the start of a more responsive
water district whose relevance will be
underscored on delivering best quality
service, reaching more households,

and sustaining quality of water.

Indeed, several programs and
projects are being set up that will not
only benefit the company but more so,
our customers, in particular and the
public in general, despite the many
achievements and
improvements
made in the past forty years.

It is not enough for us to rest
on our laurels.

To the management and staff
of Zamboanga City Water District,
CHEERS to all of us!
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Participants during the Quiz Bowl Competition showing off their individual certificates.
The following were declared contest winners: Ms. Sundae Grace P. Najar (1st place);
Mr. Jenaro Salvador T. Ruste (2nd Place), and; Mr. Raul C. Brillantes (3rd place).
Blood purposefully spilt as ZCWD takes part in a bloodletting
activity in keeping with its commitment to corporate social
responsibility for Zamboangueos.
The awardees take turns in receiving their respective token

commendation as the ZCWD Board of Directors and the
management team bid them congratulations.
Front row (L-R): AGM Alejo S. Rojas, Jr., Dir. Edwin M. Caliolio (ZCWD Board
Secretary), ZCWD GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez, Dir. Milagros L. Fernandez,
M.D.(ZCWD Board Member), Dir. Nelida F. Atilano(ZCWD Board Chair), Dir Efren F.
Araez(ZCWD Board Vice Chair), and Edwin N. Makasiar(ZCWD Board Member).
Back row (L-R): Rev. Fr. Micheal Ufana, Rev. Fr. Jude Duncombe(main Officiating
Priest), and Rev. Fr. Jonathan Berdejo
January - June 2014
The ZCWD Chorale shares a song during the Thanksgiving Dinner held last April 1, 2014
22
Mirasol F.
s we celebrate our 40th year
Larete-Ka
nindot
as an organization, I had the
chance to ask some of our corporate

managers who rose from the ranks
to share the secrets of their success,
on how ZCWD helped to contribute to
their accomplishments and success as
and I started as a laborer during the construction of Phase II of the
a person, and as professional.
Water Treatment Plant, initially doing time-keeping work. But later, due
to rationalization, we were tasked to perform piko-pala work, during
I hope that readers will be as
I have been with the ZCWD for the past twenty- four years,
inspired as I was, after hearing from
which time I had to endure the scorching heat of the sun.
their personal accounts regarding their
El kubal na mano, dolor de cuerpo. (The callus on my hand brings
experiences.
me suffering.)

It was not an easy journey for me to reach where I am right
now. It involved a lot of hard work and positive perspective.

As a person, Ive learned to be strong and to never give up,
whenever faced with tons of trials. I always believed that good work will
be rewarded. Just do a good turn daily and it will lead you to success.

As a professional, I learned the importance of affording
everyone respect, no matter how lowly their ranks are, and no matter
what their points of view are.

Hanley T. Albana
Division Manager A
Procurement and Materials Management Division
September 16, 1980 was my first day as clerk personnel in
ZCWD, and I was tasked to do secretarial work. The first three months
with the ZCWD was not so good an experience. I was on the verge of
resigning and giving up my position, when former General Manager
Eduardo Dimaano challenged me, and told me that it is but natural, to
have problems in the workplace, and what matters is how you react to
them.

He made me realize how stable ZCWD is, compared to other
companies, and, from then on, I made a decision to stay, no matter what.
There have been a series of work-related trials I have experienced, but
because of my decision to stay, I was able to surpass it. I just had to
make sure that, at all times, no fault can be seen in me.

Looking back, I realized that God allows for negative situations
to arise, in order to bring you to Gods purposes in your life. My thirty-
January - June 2014
four (34) years in this office molded me to be a person with a strong

personality, and that it has taught me to be patient at all times, and to
treat people fairly.

I am happy with what I am right now, having reached beyond
my dreams. For me, the key to success is to work not for yourself alone,
but for others.

Miriam R.Bagtasos
Division Manager A
Customer Services Division
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I started with ZCWD as a laborer, literally doing piko-pala work in 1985.
Thereafter, I was tasked to do all-around work at the Water Treatment Plant, to

include such tasks as cleaning, gardening, and even serving food when visitors
arrive.

I was only a high school graduate when I was hired. It was the late GM
Juanita Bucoy who encouraged me to pursue my studies, in line with her vision for
ZCWD to become a very large water district. And because of my eagerness to learn,
I enrolled in ZAEC, working during daytime, and then studying at night. It was in
1993 that I earned my degree in BS Commerce; thirteen years after graduating from
high school.

I will always be grateful to ZCWD and to my past supervisors. They
provided me leeway to finish my studies, and their confidence in me is so great.

As a professional, Ive learned to manage my people. Ive learned to deal
with different scenarios with customers from all walks of life. Ive learned to stretch
my patience and tolerance so as to be able to better serve customers.

Para na mga jovenes y maga nuevo na trabajo, numas manda man
discourage na vida hila contigo abajo. Always be strong.(For the youth, and for
those who are new to the job, dont get discouraged with life, and be pulled down by
its burdens. Always be strong.)
Sofronio E. Santos

Division Manager A
Billing Division
Twenty-six years ya iyo na Water District. Ya prinsipya iyo as casual
employee, acting as time-keeper, plumber and storekeeper.(Ive been with

ZCWD for twenty-six years already. I started as a casual employee, acting
as time-keeper, plumber and storekeeper.)

Three years after I was promoted as Engineering Assistant, then
as Supervisor of Area I, and four years after, as Division Manager of Network

Maintenance. I was so happy when I was sent as a trainee to the Operational
and Maintenance Assistance Program (OMAP) of LWUA in 1988 to 1991. It
was a great training experience and it challenged me professionally, to apply
what I have learned from it.

Though there were hindrances to fully implement the knowledge I
gained from the said experience, I was able to put it into action, little by little,
and still, progress in work. From then on, my goal was to eradicate, or at

I believe I have reached this position because I am a good listener
and a good follower. I take the experience of others as mine, and I learned
from each of them.
Engr. Efren C. Salvacion

OIC
Environment & Water Resources Department
and Engineering& Construction Department
January - June 2014
least, minimize the complaint of customers against ZCWD services.
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Replacement of Pipeline
at Governor Camins Avenue
Engr. Anne Aubrey De Guzman Bugtong
ZCWD, in its desire to give better
The following details the scope of
services to the constituents of Zamboanga
work for the project:
City, continually seeks to upgrade its
operations through the installation and/or
a. The pipelines, its supply & laying of
repair of its pipelines, equipment and other
1,497 ln.m. of 200mm PVC Pipeline
appurtenances.

This service activity then entails
either the replacement and/or the upkeep
b. Supply & Laying of 1,497 ln.m. of

50mm PE Secondary Line
and repair of all existing serviceline,

feederline, and mainline leakages. Water
c. Installation of 4-units of 150mm
pipeline replacement is regularly done
Commercial Type Fire Hydrant w/
to monitor that only safe, potable water
concrete barricade
consumers in Zamboanga City as it is one
d. Installation of 2-units of 100mm
of the offices priority activity.
Fire Hydrant w/ concrete barricade
is being distributed to all household
Additionally, the activity also
pursues to mitigate the impacts of non-
e.
revenue water which are lost to the ZCWD.
service
secondary line)
The Governor Camins pipeline
Transfer of 40 units individual

connections
(tapped
from
project started on May 9, 2014. The

estimated timeline for this is 190 calendar
Another pipeline project which
days and its estimated cost is PhP 12,
ZCWD
started
214, 868.62. The project will essentially
improvement/rehabilitation
supplement water service lines from
Mampang and Arena Blanco Pipeline
the intersection of San Jose Road to
with
Baliwasan Grande, Baliwasan Chico Road
8,697,820.60, and, to date, is 97.02
to Governor Camins Road to Junction of
percent (%) completed as of May 18,
Mayor Jaldon Street to Governor Camins
2014.
Avenue.
is
the
construction/
of
the
an approved budget cost of PhP
Likewise,
another
pipeline
replacement project implemented by the

office would be the re-development of the
water and sanitation facilities at the conflict
January - June 2014
area (Phase I) with a project cost of PhP

8,764,726.42.

Projects such as the replacement
and upgrading of century old pipelines in

all areas in Zamboanga City will still be
carried out.
Pipelaying replacement at Gov. Camins Ave.
ZCWD TSG Conducts

Spring Water Source Verification
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Anne Aubrey De Guzman Bugtong
Congresswoman Lilia M. Nuo in a serious huddle with ZCWD Board of Directors, Tolosa Barangay Chair Reynerio C. Galsing and DENR
representative during the site visit to Tolosa Water System.
anuary 16, 2014 marked the first

day of a series of source verification
activities conducted by the Technical
Services Group (TSG) of the Zamboanga
City Water District. Together with District
2 congressional representative, Hon.
Lilia M. Nuo, and representatives from
the ZCWD management and its Board of
Directors, the team visited three (3) spring
water sites in Lamisahan, Tolosa and
Lumayang.
Lumayang water facility
These spring sources are located at

elevations ranging from 352 - 479 meters
above mean sea level, which have a
total flow of 8.20 liters per second and is
capable of serving a population of 6,441
persons or 1,288 households.

Another is the Kamalik surface
water source which has an average flow
of 4.08 liters per second and is located
in Sitio Kamalik, Barangay Vitali at an
elevation of 161 meters above mean
sea level. This water source is presently
supplying the water requirements of the
Vitali Water System and is capable of
supplying a population of 3, 205 persons
or 641 households.

Meanwhile, the Dumalon Water
System, which was inaugurated last
January 21, 2013, is under its testing
stage. The Dumalon River, which is the
water source of the system, has a total
discharge of 47.25 liters per second.

An intake facility is proposed
to be constructed at an elevation of 850
meters above mean sea level in Sitio
Zambales, Barangay Baluno, and is
expected to serve a population of 37,113

The ZCWD Technical Services
Group is continuously looking to tap
other surface water sources for future
development.
January - June 2014

These three water sources are
presently supplying the barangays of
Lamisahan and Salaan, Tolosa, Guisao,
Lanzones, and some parts of Cabaluay,
and the barangays of Lumayang and
Lumbangan, respectively.

The spring water source in
Lamisahan has an average discharge of
5.34 liters per second and is located at
an elevation of 370 meters above mean
sea level. This water source is seen to be
capable of serving a population of 7,878


In Tolosa, a total of twelve
(12) spring sources are being tapped to
supply the Tolosa Water System, among
which are Florida Spring, Lupirao-Erwino
1, Lupirao-Erwino 2, Lupirao-Erwino 3,
Lupirao-Erwino Pandan, Kanya 1, Kanya
2 box 1, Kanya 2 box2, Virgilio 1,
Virgilio 2, Sta. Clara 1, and Sta. Clara
2. These sources are located at varying
elevations ranging from 500-510 meters
above mean sea level, and are expected
to supply a population of 2,775 persons or
555 households.

On the other hand, the spring
source in Lumayang has a discharge of
2.52 liters per second and is projected to
serve a population of 1,982 persons or
396 households.

According to Engr. Marli A. De
Fiesta, Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the
Planning and Design Division, preference
is given to surface water sources such as
springs and rivers in the development of
water systems. Engr. De Fiesta said that
these types of water sources are more
sustainable than ground water sources,
and that water quality can easily be
determined at the onset, or during project
preparation stage.

Presently, ZCWD is operating
five (5) surface water sources, including
the Labuan Water System which is being
supplied by three (3) springs in Labuan.
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WEMWADA Holds 2014

Tap and Drill Olympics
Raul Ruben R. Rivera, Jr.
amboanga City Water District played
and sportsmanship with other water
Water District (MOWD) Mr. Michael L.
host once again to the Western
districts, and can do more in delivering
Delantar. Winners received a cash prize
Mindanao Water District Association, Tap
quality service to the public.
of 5,000.00, 3,000.00 and 2,000.00, pesos
and Drill Olympics held at the grounds
of the Zamboanga City Water Treatment
competition is to set up a water connection
Plant at Pasonanca.
within a time limit with the proper pipe
districts didnt go home empty handed
Eight member water districts
dimension and length set as one of the
as they were awarded with a consolation
participated in the 2014 regional tap
main criteria by the judges from TESDA
prize of Php1,000.00 each. The PCWD
and drill competition with the following
Mr. Gregorio Flores and Mr. Rodolfo
will
participants: Isabela City Water District
M.
at
Mindanao Water District Association in the
(ISAWAD), Pagadian City Water District
exactly 10:35 A.M. and participants were
upcoming Philippine Association of Water
(PCWD), Dipolog City Water District
given one hour to finish setting it all out.
Districts (PAWD) Tap and Drill Olympics in
(DCWD),
Water
It was a test of agility, endurance and
Davao City during its annual convention
District (MOWD), Roxas Water District
patience, as the participants set up the
next month. The event ended with a
(RWD), Polanco Water District (PWD,
pipe lines under such humid condition.
sumptuous lunch at the Coco Pavilion
Lamitan City Water District (LCWD), and
First to finish the competition is from
where certificates of appreciation were
Zamboanga City Water District (ZCWD).
Lamitan City Water District, followed by
awarded to the participating water districts
Misamis
Program
Occidental
started
Bicasan.
main
objective
Competition
of
started
the
respectively.
Participants from other water
be
representing
the
Western
at
Zamboanga City Water District. After a
and judges. Also present during the said
9:00A.M. with the invocation and signing
thorough inspection, the judges bared
event were the following officials: ZCWD
of the Philippine National Anthem. ZCWD
the results of the competition. The victor
AGM Alejo S. Rojas, Jr., AGM Ambali
GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez gave the
came from Pagadian City Water District
Taola, PCWD GM Edilberto Yorong, KWD
welcome remarks, while ZCWD Chairman
(PCWD) Mr. Arvin Q. Camaso, 2nd
GM Loreta T. Maserin, and ITWD OIC-
Nelida F. Atilano said, that true to its
prize was bagged by Lamitan City Water
Manager Ma. Elena A. Briz.
mission of providing potable water, an
Distict (LCWD) Mr. Paulo Dela Cruz
activity like this promotes camaraderie
and 3rd prize went to Misamis Occidental
January - June 2014

Participants in action
proper
The
WEMWADA Conducts 1st and 2nd Quarter Meetings
27
Aris B. Austria
The WEMWADA Officers for CY 2014-2016 (L-R): Chairman GM Ferdinand D. Revelo of Misamis Occidental Water District; Vice-Chairman GM
Philip S. Balais of Labason Water District; Secretary GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez of Zamboanga City Water District; Treasurer GM Aleli C.
Almodovar of Isabela City Water District; Board Members are GM Rolando R. Daniel of Pres. Manuel Roxas Water District, GM Salvador Andrew
G. Salboro of Rizal Water District, GM Edilberto E. Yorong of Pagadian City Water District and GM Roseller P. Gerzon of Polanco Water District, and
Auditor GM Pablito S. Paluca of Dipolog City Water District
WEMWADA Chairman GM Ferdinand D. Revelo of Misamis Occidental

Water District presides over the 2nd quarter WEMWADA Meeting.
WEMWADA Chairman GM Ferdinand D. Revelo of Misamis Occidental

Water District presents a Plaque of Appreciation to GM Edilberto E.
Yorong of Pagadian City Water District.
he Western Mindanao Water Districts
held on November 28, 2013 in Zamboanga
member water districts the chance to chair
Association,
(WEMWADA)
City. The body discussed matters relative
some of the WEMWADA Committees.
conducted its regular meetings for the
to the Philippine Association of Water
1st and 2nd quarters. The WEMWADA
Districts (PAWD) as well as appointment
also briefed on the upcoming trainings
first convened on January 15, 2014 at the
of the general managers for local water
offered by the ZCWD TC Araneta Training
T.C. Araneta Regional Training Center.
districts.
Center for CY 2014. The WEMWADA also
The following officers are: Chairman
The 2nd quarter meeting was
presented a plaque of appreciation to GM
GM Ferdinand D. Revelo of Misamis
held on May 27, 2014 at Ozamiz City,
Edilberto E. Yorong of Pagadian City Water
Occidental Water District; Vice-Chairman
Misamis Occidental. The body discussed
District for his service as WEMWADA
GM Philip S. Balais of Labason Water
matters pertaining to the requirements of
Chairman from CY 2012 to 2013.GM
District;
Leonardo
the local water districts for eligibility in the
Yorong then thanked the WEMWADA
Rey D. Vasquez of Zamboanga City
granting of the performance based bonus
Officers and members for their support to
Water District; Treasurer GM Aleli C.
(PBB). The body also agreed to give other
him during his term as chairman.
Secretary
Inc.
GM
The member water districts were
Almodovar of Isabela City Water District;

Auditor GM Pablito S. Paluca of Dipolog
The following are the new committee chairs:
City Water District; Board Members are

GM Roseller P. Gerzon of Polanco
Water District, GM Rolando R. Daniel of
Edilberto E. Yorong of Pagadian City
Water District and GM Salvador Andrew G.
Salboro of Rizal Water District. GM Paluca
who is also the Vice President of the
Sports and Cultural
GM Buenalita B. Raises,
GM Joel L. Astillero,
Kapatangan Water District
Tangub City Water District
The body agreed for a status quo of the following committees:

Trainings
Philippine Association of Water Districts
GM Leonardo Rey D.
(PAWD) administered the oath taking. The
Vasquez, Zamboanga City
WEMWADA Officers were elected during
Water District
the fourth quarter WEMWADA Meeting
Ways and Means
Conflict Management
GM Aleli Almodovar,
GM Bless Boyle Quimno,
Isabela City Water District
Oroquieta Water District
January - June 2014
Pres. Manuel Roxas Water District, GM
Environment
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ZCWD Produces its

Institutional Multi-Media
Yasmini Luz Y. Dendiego
ZCWD Water Treatment Plant personnel conducts treatment activities
n time for the celebration of its 40th

anniversary as a water utility provider,
the Zamboanga Water District, through
its Management Services Division, has
spearheaded the production of a series
of audio-visual presentation, for which
CineSur Films was contracted to produce
a three-part multi-media presentation
package which consists of its institutional
advertisement as a corporate entity, a
briefer on the Pasonanca Natural Park,
as well as the narrative schematics of the
water treatment process employed by the
organization.

The office initiated the idea in
coming up with these video presentations
in order to expound on ZCWDs colorful
historical past as well as its definitive
milestone accomplishments in relation to
its corporate agenda to the Zamboangueo
public.
January - June 2014
Maintenance Work at Diversion Weir

The first component of the
multi-media package is the production
of the institutional advertisement which
describes its history as well as its corporate
vision and mission, its core ideals and
its priority services, its sturdy water
system infrastructure, and to introduce
to the public, the able men and women
composing its managerial team, and to
make known the strength of its workforce,

in its collective, corporate stand that water
is inherent to life, as per its slogan, Agua
es Vida. And how it has stood faithful, and
has remained to deliver water needs to
the Zamboangueos within the prescribed
Philippine Drinking Water Standards.

The second component of the
video presentation spoke about the wealth
of biodiversity and the health of the ecology
within the Pasonanca Natural Park.

The
Philippine
eagle
(Pithecophaga
jefferyi),
which
is
considered an apex predator or one who
resides at the top of the food chain, is
among the many species present in this
forest ecosystem. This fact alone makes
a clear manifestation that the soaring
presence of the Philippine eagle over the
forest covers of the Pasonanca Natural
Park lends to the claim that the watershed
is a place thriving with vitality, where life
is seamlessly continuing without the
disturbance of industrialization and without
grave consequences to the environment.

Among the species which are
endemic only to the Zamboanga Watershed
and its surrounding ecosystems, is the
White-eared
Tailorbird
(Orthotomus
cinereiceps) and an amphibian species,
the Ichthyophis glandulosus. It would
also be noted that the Cyrtodactylus
jambangan has only been recently
discovered and listed as a taxon in 2010,
and is a small species belonging to the
family of Philippine Bent-toed gekkos.

The forest reserve is also home
to the Philippine tarsier (Tarsius syrichta),
as well as a host of flora and fauna among
which are 70 species of dipterocarpaceae
and palm trees, 105 species of birds,
24 species of mammals, 71 species of
reptiles, 44 species of amphibians, and

77 species of insects, to include different
species of flora.

A trek to the picturesque Carreon
Falls and the Nancy Falls was also in
order so as to get a glimpse of the pristine
condition of the waters cascading from
the same, and which also remains to be
a steadfast example that ecology can still
thrive even with the hustle and bustle of
living in an industrial age.

The ZCWD also came up with
the multi-media presentation about its
tedious and temperate processes relating
to water treatment and how it grounds
about in bringing safe, potable drinking
water in our household taps. ZCWD has
deemed it important to address this critical
concern to enable the public to know that
the organization is standing its ground in
delivering quality water to its consumers,
and to confidently attest to the truth of its
mantra that water is, indeed, life.
ZCWD watershed guards patrol watershed grounds

Overall, the Zamboanga City
Water District felt the need to come up
with these multi-media briefers to fully
engage its clients on the organizations
full commitment to serve its customers
through the ICT medium.
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A Report on ZCWD
Putik Collection Center

Transactions
ZCWD cashier assists customer with his trancsaction
he Zamboanga City Water District
transactions has been recorded, while
per day while a daily average of 245
(ZCWD) Putik Collection Center,
the lowest number of transactions was
transactions was achieved in April, or an
which is located along MCLL Highway
in March 14, 2014, with a total of 95
hourly accomplishment of 41 transactions
beside the Aderes Flea Market, has been
transactions catered to on the said date.
per day.
operating for six (6) months now since its
inauguration last December 5, 2013.
transactions/accounts
the
Putik Collection Center has amounted to
True to its word in bringing its
period, January to April 2014) shows that
Php6.4M which included the construction
services closer to its customers, the
the month of January has posted a daily
of a waiting shed, operators room with
ZCWD, through the Putik Collection
average of 208 transactions or a total 35
comfort room, perimeter fence, concrete
Center, has generated for the first four (4)
transactions per hour/per day.
driveway & walk, genset shed and ramp,
months of its operation (from January to
storm drainage system, landscaping and
April 2014), on average, a total of 4,345
197 transactions served was reported in
electrical works.
transactions per month, or a daily rate of
February, or a total of 33 transactions/
218 transactions/accounts served.
accounts served per hour/per day.
by NLV Construction & Development
Corporation on February 6, 2013 and was
The
highest
number
of
evaluation
served
(for
of
Meanwhile, a daily average of
The month of March recorded a
transactions catered to in a day happened
daily average of 222 transactions or 37
last April 21, 2014 where a total of 441
transactions/accounts served per hour/
The construction of the ZCWD
The
project
was
undertaken
fully completed on October 22, 2013.
January - June 2014
A comparative
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Disaster & Risk Reduction Management
Committee (ZCWD-DRRMC)
Genevieve Karen P. Genel
Created on January 11, 2012 thru OGM Memo No. 11-12
shortest possible time after any disaster or
Management was created and constantly
calamity; and
updated to meet evolving threats to both the
4.To study and develop any precautionary
Water District facilities and its personnel.
measures for any calamity/disaster to
The Emergency Response Plan has
affect the ZCWD and its customers.
varied activities that include foot patrols in
An emerging issue:

Disaster
Disaster
Preparedness
is
an
of
occurrence
inflicting widespread destruction, hardship
the watershed to tankering of water to low
and loss of life and property.

ORGANIZATION AND COMPOSITION
pressure zones. Very strict enforcement of
are vulnerable to sudden unpredictable
OF MEMBERS
limited access of unauthorized personnel
occasions of natural and man-made
disasters. Several earthquakes and floods
reorganized
have adversely affected water sources
Committee tasked to come up with a
and sewerage systems that have caused
Preparedness Plan for the restoration of
2014 includes the purchase of emergency
damage to pipelines and which led people
functions in the event interruption of service
preparedness materials and equipment.
to untold sorrows. Incidents of cholera and
occurs due to natural and man-made
The procurement is on process and
typhoid fever are becoming more frequent
calamities.
hopefully, completed before the year ends.
and one of the causes of the outbreaks
Water supply and sewer systems
OGM
Memo
the
No.
composition
11-12
of
the
The Disaster & Risk Reduction
to important facilities is a strong feature of

the Emergency Response Plan.
The Committees Program for
On April 24, 2014, the Zamboanga
have been attributed rightly or otherwise
Management
(DRRMC)
City Water District DRRMC and the
to the local water districts.
is composed of the following ZCWD
Bureau of Fire Protection-Zamboanga
Personnel:
City Fire District joined forces to conduct a
The prevention of unwanted loss
Committee
fire drill exercise at ZCWD Main Office at
of life and property as well as the conduct

of
well
organized,
coordinated
and
Chairman:
efficient pre and post-calamity operations

to establish normalcy and stability within
Atty. Lovell C. Abad

Co-Chairman:
ZCWD, are responsibilities and not merely

a concern by the management, but of
AGM Ambali A. Taola

Members:
Pilar Street. The objective of the exercise

was to evaluate the readiness of ZCWD
personnel in cases of emergency, and
to instill consciousness about important
procedures to be followed. The drill also
every personnel.
AGM Arnulfo A. Alfonso
measures effectiveness of the Contingent
Mr. Reynaldo R. Cabilin
Plan and helps enhance emergency
Pursuant to OGM Memo No. 11-
12 dated January 11, 2012, the ZCWD
Engr. Carlos L. Perez, Sr.
response mechanism to fire incident.
Disaster & Risk Reduction Management
Engr. Teotimo C. Reyes, Jr.
Committee was reorganized to establish
ZCWD-DRRMC generally passed the
Per
BFPs
assessment,
the
standard of preparedness. Earthquake
guidelines in disaster management and
January - June 2014
preparedness to serve as a guide to all
Focal Person:
preparedness
concerned.
Preparedness Drill are
Ms. Genevieve Karen P. Genel
and
Bomb
Threat
scheduled this
year.
GENERAL
OBJECTIVES
OF
THE
The Committee was able to
Lastly, in compliance to Board
COMMITTEE
come up with an Emergency Action Plan
Resolution No. 030 series of 2014, the
1.To conserve life and property;
which is applicable to the present situation
Committee, in coordination with BFP and
2.To minimize the effects of any disaster
or emergency circumstances. For each
DENR, is in the process of developing
or
type of disaster, a particular emergency
a Fire Management Program for the
effectively;
plan has been designed.
Watershed
3.To render the Office operational and able
prepared by DENR is now on hand for the
to perform its normal function within the
Disaster Preparedness and Consequence
calamity
on
ZCWDs
Operations
Back in 2000, a Comprehensive
Area.
A Training
Design
Committees review and implementation.
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The Committee Members were all assigned Leaders responsible for the following action team:
Personnel Assigned Designation

Atty. Lovell C. Abad
Disaster Action Team Leader (DAT)
AGM Ambali A. Taola
Medical Response Team Leader
Engr. Arnulfo A. Alfonso
Firefighting, Earthquake and Flood Response Team Leader
Engr. Teotimo C. Reyes, Jr.
Transportation and Evacuation Response Team Leader
Engr. Carlos L. Perez, Sr.
Rescue Operations and Damage Control Team Leader
Mr. Reynaldo R. Cabilin
Warning and Security Response Team Leader
Watershed Protection and Disaster Response Team Leader
Ms. Genevieve Karen P. Genel
Focal Person/ Secretariat
Organizational Chart
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Earthquake Preparedness Guide
BEFORE
The key to effective disaster

prevention is planning:
Know the earthquake hazards in your
area
Follow structural design and engineering
practices when constructing a
house or building
Evaluate the Structural soundness of
the building and houses; strengthen or
retrofit if necessary
DURING
AFTER
STAY CALM.
When you are INSIDE a structurally
sound building or home
STAY THERE!
Be prepared for aftershocks. Once the

shaking stops, take the fastest and
safest way out of the building
Do the DUCK, COVER and

HOLD.
Prepare your homes, workplace
or schools:
Strap or bolt heavy furniture/cabinets to
the walls.
Check the stability of hanging objects
like ceiling fans and chandeliers.
Breakable items, harmful chemicals
and flammable materials should be
stored properly in the lowermost
secured shelves.
If possible quickly open the door for exit

Duck under a sturdy desk or table, and
hold on it, or protect your head with your
arms.
Stay away from glass windows, shelves,
cabinets and other heavy objects.
January - June 2014
Conduct and participate in regular

earthquake drills.
Use elevators.
enter damaged buildings
use telephone unless
necessary.
PANIC
Check
Yourself and others for injuries.
Water and electrical lines for damages.
For spills of chemical, toxic and
flammable materials.
And control fires which may spread.
If you need to evacuate your

residence, leave a message stating
where you are going and bring your
emergency supply kit
Keep update on disaster prevention
instruction from batteryoperated
radios.
Familiarize yourself with the exit

routes.
Know where fire extinguishers, first
aid kits, alarms, and communication
facilities are located. Learn how to use
them beforehand.
Prepare a handy emergency supply kit
with first aid kit, canned food and can
opener, water, clothing, blanket, batteryoperated radio, flashlights and extra
batteries.
Dont

If youre OUTSIDE move to an

open area!
Stay away from trees, powerlines, posts
and concrete structures.
Move away from steep slopes which may
be affected by landslides.
If youre near the shore and feel an
earthquake, especially if its too strong,
move quickly to higher grounds.
Tsunamis might follow.
If youre in a moving vehicle,

STOP and get out! Do not attempt
to cross bridges, overpasses,
or flyover which may have been
damaged.
Source: http://www.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph
ZCWD-City Government of Zamboanga Ink

STP Agreement
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Front row from left to right: Dir. Efren F. Araez (ZCWD Vice Chair), Dir. Edwin M. Caliolio (ZCWD Board Secretary), Dir. Nelida F. Atilano (ZCWD
Board Chair), ZCWD General Manager Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez, City Mayor Maria Isabelle Climaco-Salazar, Dir. Milagros L. Fernandez, M.D.
(ZCWD Board Member), and Dir. Edwin N. Makasiar (ZCWD Board Member).
facilities, hospitals, market places, public buildings,

industrial complex and other similar establishments
including households to available sewerage system.

This initiative was started by the ZCWD in 2009,
with technical assistance from the Philippine Water
Revolving Fund of the USAID, which submitted the draft
feasibility study in January 2010. The partnership between
ZCWD and the City Government, not only demonstrates
compliance to the Philippine Clean Water Act, but is a
manifestation of concern of both parties to the general
welfare of the citys populace. It is another collaborative
effort towards protecting the environment.

ZCWD GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez and Mayor
Maria Isabelle G. Climaco signed the MOA. Witnesses
were the ZCWD Board of Directors led by Chairperson
Nelida Atilano, other ZCWD Officials and Atty. Ferdinand
Eduard B. Fronda and Dr. Elmer Apolinario of the city
government.

With the signing of the MOA, the ZCWD can now
accelerate its preparation of the Terms of Reference for
the design, build and transfer of the facility through public
bidding, which is expected to take place towards the end
of the year. Once completed, the STP will primarily cater to
the sanitation needs of the citys existing sewerage areas.
January - June 2014
n April 21, 2014, the Zamboanga City Water District

signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the City
Government of Zamboanga for the establishment of the
citys Sewage Treatment Facility. Under the MOA, the
latter allows the use of the 1,800 square meter lot that
is currently occupied by the Material Recovery Facility
at Magay in Barangay Zone IV, near the Philippine Ports
Authority and main public market.

Section 7.4 of the Implementing Rules and
Regulation of the Philippine Clean Water Act or R.A. No.
9275 and as contained in DENR Department Administrative
Order 2005-10 mandates that each LGU through
the enactment of an ordinance, shall appropriate the
necessary land including the required rights-of-way/road
access to the land for the construction of the sewerage
and/or septage treatment facilities in accordance with the
Local Government Code.

Further, Section 8 of the IRR provides that, within
five (5) years from the effectivity of the Act, the agency
vested to provide water supply and sewerage facilities
and/or concessionaires in Metro Manila and other highly
urbanized cities (HUC) as defined in R.A. 7160, in
coordination with LGUs, shall be required to connect the
existing sewage line found in subdivisions, condominiums,
commercial centers, hotels, sports and recreational
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ZCWD launches its AVP

Engr. Marli A. de Fiesta answers a question posed during the press launch of ZCWDs audio-visual package presentation
ast April 1, 2014, as part of ZCWDs 40th

anniversary celebration, a press conference with
the organizations media partners from print, radio

and TV was held at the Azotea, Garden Orchid Hotel.

The
three
audio-visual
presentations
(Institutional Ad, Water Treatment processes and the

Watershed) were shown as information and education
campaign (IEC) materials geared to bolster the
consuming publics knowledge and access to waterrelated information and concerns, through the aid and
assistance of our media associates in communicating
the same.

Each audio-visual presentation was rolled to
enlighten the public on the relevance of each to the

individual consumer.
In particular, the Institutional
January - June 2014
Advertisement showcases ZCWDs profile and core

values as well as its organizational structure and
support system.

The
Water
Treatment
multi-media
presentation illustrates the treatment processes that

surface water from the Tumaga Rivers undergoes
prior to
distribution as safe, potable water to the
consuming public.
ZCWD board officials and members as well as the ZCWD

management team composes the panel for the AVP press
launch
The Watershed AVP primarily boasts of the
beauty of nature and its abundant resources situated

in the Pasonanca Natural Park, and how ZCWD has
diligently kept its commitment to preserve and protect
its thriving ecosystem.

The conference was a significant event for
ZCWD during the anniversary celebration, as it has

made its mandate and accomplishments known to a
wide reach of people. Moreso, the press conference
also tackled its various water infrastructure and
pipeline projects.
ZCWD conducts
Orientation on Water
Sanitation and Hygiene
(WASH)
ater
accessibility
with
proper
sanitation and hygiene are very
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essential parts of ZCWDs programs

and services, in congruence to the belief
that provision of adequate and potable
water to various communities will prevent
the incidence of various diseases, and
promote wellness.

The
main
objective
of
the
Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

orientation is to assist communities through
the proper dissemination of information on
health and nutrition, environment, water
and sanitation and responsible hygiene
practices, among others.

During the conduct of WASH
orientations,
hygiene
the
importance
practices,
poor
between
sanitation,
polluted water sources and diseases are

properly emphasized and threshed out,
with the end view, that educating the public
would translate to enabling awareness
in maintaining a healthy environment
as contribution to overall progress and
development.

As part of its corporate and social
responsibility programs, the Zamboanga

City Water District conducted a WASH
orientation for the residents of Sitio
Buenakapok, Barangay Lanzones. This
was participated in by about 150 pupils
ranging from
6 to 15 years old, from
Kinder 1 to Grade 6, respectively, to

include the school principal, teachers, and
some parents.

The
conduct
of
the
WASH
Orientation was of great essence since the

Nutrition Month.

ZCWDs
corporate
social
responsibility activities include the conduct

of WASH orientations pursuant to Board
Resolution No. 236 dated November 25,
Pupils of Buenakapok Elementary school participates in a
video demonstration on how to wash their hands properly
2011.
January - June 2014
school was simultaneously celebrating the
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ZCWD Board Chairperson, Dir. Nelida F. Atilano and GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez during the inaugural launch of ZCWDs Radio/TV Program held last May 28, 2014.
Agua
es
Vida
Continues its Radio/TV Program on e-Media
ZCWD
continues its very own tv and radio
RMN field reporters were on standby to get through the line for a
program at RMN E-Media Productions.
flash report and to update the public with actual footages from the field.
This TV/Radio program dubbed Agua es Vida is televised and
broadcasted every second and third Thursday of the month
Bureau of Fire Protection was immediately called to put the fire
at 4:00PM to 5:00PM, RMN--eMEDiA Free TV at Channel 37,
down. For its part, ZCWD, through Chairperson Nelida Atilano
Sky Cable Channel 54, Mindanao Cable Channel 98, RMN
and GM Leonardo Rey Vasquez gave immediate instructions to
Zamboanga DXRZ 900 (AM Band), and at e105.9 RMN--eMEDiA
concerned personnel to augment water at the scene of the fire.
News FM (FM Band).
It would be noted that ZCWD has a standing cooperative
engagement with the Bureau of Fire Protection during
Likewise, it can be accessed through online tv at http://
News about the fire was immediately aired and the
www.emediamo.tv.
conflagration to provide water tankers for ready access to water.
The launching of the ZCWD TV/Radio Program was held
The ZCWD radio/tv program is well-timed to suit the
January - June 2014
last May 28, 2014 and was graced by ZCWD Board of Directors,
needs of Zamboangueos who may want to directly inquire about
Chairperson Nelida F. Atilano along with Directors Efren F.
his/her specific water-related concern/s, and in order that these
Araez and Edwin N. Makasiar, together with GM Leonardo Rey
concern/s can be acted upon at the least possible time.
D. Vasquez, who were all on board to discuss the importance
of live media exposure for ZCWD, especially in accommodating
activities to communicate its services to the community.
concerns in real time.
and had been a continuing commitment of ZCWD to better serve
Minutes before the inaugural launch of the show, there
was a raging fire within the vicinity where houses were ablaze.
The radio/tv program is but a part of ZCWDs priority

Agua es Vida was originally launched a few years ago,
the public through the medium of T.V. and radio program.
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THE DENRS PULONG

BATO TRAIL ADVENTURE
CHALLENGE 2014
he Zamboanga City Water District
took off at the bridge of Sitio Abong-Abong
(ZCWD) assisted in the first Pulong
was participated in by almost 200 men,
Bato Trail Adventure Challenge 2014.
women and kids from different walks of
This is an 8k Trail Run and 4k MTB/8k
life.
trail run Duathlon spearheaded by the
Department of Environment and Natural
not to take any thing from the watershed
Resources (DENR) Interim PENR Office
or to throw garbage, or to disturb the
in partnership with Zamboanga Bikers 101
ecology found along the trail, but simply to
Unlimited, Inc., held last June 29, 2014 at
commune with nature and enjoy the fresh
the Abong-Abong Freedom Park.
air.
The event was organized in
Participants were then advised
In support to the activity, ZCWD
celebration of Environment Month in
provided 500 Agua es Vida bottled water
June as mandated under Presidential
which were distributed to the participants
Proclamation No. 237.
of the duathlon dare, situated at Muruk
The said activity was aimed to
station (located 2 kilometers from the
focus public attention to the protection and
starting point) and at the ZCWD Intake
conservation of the watershed and is the
which is part of the watershed reserve,
first duathlon dare to be carried out in the
and finally, at the finish line.
city. The trail adventure challenge which
January - June 2014
Participants donned their athletic gear for the Pulong Bato duathlon challenge. ZCWDs participation included the distribution of bottled mineral
water to participants.
38 NEWLY PROMOTED EMPLOYEES
AMBALI A. TAOLA
Administration Group
ERIC V. SALARITAN
Quality Control/Assurance Chief
Water Quality Division
CONRAD A. OFENDOREYES
Sr. Water Resources Facilities
Operator A
Water Production Division
ENGR. ARNULFO A. ALFONSO

Technical Services Group
MARIA DOLORES C. GALVAN

Supervising Customer Service
Officer
Customer Care Division
GENEVIEVE KAREN P. GENEL

Sr. Corporate Planning Specialist
Planning and Monitoring Division
MARIA FLORINDA G. ENRIQUEZ

Sr. Corporate Accountant A
General Accounting Division
ANNE AUBREY D. BUGTONG

Researcher Analyst A
Planning Division
HIRED EMPLOYEES
RADEN M. AHAMADUL
Customer Service Officer B
Billings Division
ENGR. HUBERT E. OLMILLO

Customer Service Officer A
Customer Services Division
ENGR. MANILYN F. EIJANSANTOS FELECITO A. DIABORDO

Forestry Assistant B
Engineer B
Watershed & Environmental
Mainline Expansion and
Management Division
Rehabilitation Division
ENGR. ALVIN A. ASINGUA

Senior Engineer A
Design Division
MARY CLARE A. DAMIAN

Corporate Budget Specialist A
Budget & Cash Management Division
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LORGYN S. SARDO
Financial Planning Assistant C
Payroll & Subsidiary Division

Data source: Human Resource Department / Denyse D. Pamintuan
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Gracias na Servicio

The ZCWD Board of Directors, Management and Staff
are filled with pride and appreciation for these employees who
benefit from all the hard work, time, energy and their outstanding
contributions in this institution.

Retirement may be an ending; a closing, but it is also a
new beginning.

It is the time to take stock on goals forgotten and dreams
deferred and to figure out how to allocate emotional capital so

that the future will be among the best years of your lives.

It is always a pleasure to see great colleagues like you.
All the best!
Antonio C. Sidney
Jose T. Silda
Utilities/Customer Service Officer B
Industrial Security Guard A
Years Served : 29
Years Served : 36
Cipriano S. Galleposo
Edwin S. Sagun
Ignacio S. Sotto
Jerry C. Rivera
Sr. Water/Sewerage Maintenance Man B
Utilities/Customer Service Officer B
Utility Worker A
Water Maintenance Man B
Years Served : 31
Years Served : 38
Years Served : 30
Years Served : 26
Alipio A. Lacastesantos
Pedro R. Lorenzo
Rosauro R. Santiago
Senior Computer Operator
Driver Mechanic B
Industrial Security Guard A
Civil Security Officer A
Years Served : 33
Years Served : 35
Years Served : 34
Years Served : 39
Abdurahman S. Abduhalim
Fortunato E. Lipaygo, Jr.
Antonio B. Fabian
Lorenzo P. Mateo
Property Officer A
Senior Plant Electrician/Mechanic
Years Served : 35
Years Served : 33
Years Served : 37
Years Served : 34
Data source: Human Resource Department / Joanne C. Rivera
January - June 2014
Danilo E. Santos
The Editorial Team

Managing Editor Fernando R. Camba
Prayer
Associate Editors
Raymund E. Domingo
Aris B. Austria
Lay-Out Artists
Mark Steven C. Lu
We give you the disappointment we feel
Christoferd C. Alvarez
We surrender by disillusionment
Contributors
Benjamin A. Buenaflor
We confess our weakness
Mirasol F. Larete-Kanindot
We want to live again
Anne Aubrey De Guzman-Bugtong
To be fully alive
Genevieve Karen P. Genel
Raul Ruben R. Rivera, Jr.
Equip our hands
Denyse D. Pamintuan
Anoint our feet
Lord, we offer you our work
Reconnect us with You
Stir in us a new song

May we sing for joy
Lee-Roy T. Depositario
Envision our mind
Empower our voice

For Your service
Joanne C. Rivera
and Your work
Leila M. Montejo
This day and everyday
Mariam Suzette S. Sahi
Amen
Advisers
Chair Nelida F. Atilano
Vice-Chair Efren F. Araez
Dir. Edwin M. Caliolio
Dir. Milagros L. Fernandez
Dir. Edwin N. Makasiar
GM Leonardo Rey D. Vasquez
Republic of the Philippines

Pilar Street, Zamboanga City
Tel. Nos.(062) 991-1556 Telefax:(062) 991-2799
Website: www.zcwd.gov.ph Email:aguaesvida@zcwd.gov.ph

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The Corporate Epoch......................... 15

recent signing of the 50MLD

About the Cover

The general sense of optimism resulted

and Primewater Infrastructure Corporation

God for His infinite generosity, continued

General Managers Message

ZCWD Signs Joint Venture Agreement

he Zamboanga City Water District (ZCWD) and the

January - June 2014

Water treatment facility

700 linear meters of transmission line for raw water

3.3 kilometers of 700 mm diameter of treated water

2 units of water reservoir with a capacity of 10,000

Supply and installation of 2 sets of Electro-Magnetic

the Government Corporate Counsel, and the National Economic

DBM Approves ZCWDs Category A Organizational

he approval of the re-categorization

effective March 2012.

of the OSSP or the ZCWD under Category

of the proposed modification in the

implementation within 2013-2016.

As of recent, the DBM approved

Staffing Pattern to implement the new

OFFICE OF THE GENERAL

LEGAL SERVICES DIVISION

SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT &

OFFICE OF THE AGM FOR

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January - June 2014

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND

BUILDING AND GROUNDS

MANPOWER PLANNING &

JANITORIAL AND MINOR

TRANSPORT OPERATIONS AND

The Office of the AGM for

WATER METER MAINTENANCE

Administration oversees the

PROCUREMENT AND MATERIALS

financial planning, billing and

management and physical

within the organization.

PROPERTY & WAREHOUSING

ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL

ZCWD operations and

January - June 2014

top management about

PAYROLL AND SUBSIDIARY

PAYROLL & REMITTANCE

BUDGET & CASH

OFFICE OF THE AGM FOR

SURFACE WATER SECTION

PRESSURE MANAGEMENT AND

GROUND WATER SECTION

TRANSMISSION / MAINLINE LEAK

WATER QUALITY DIVISION

ensures that ZCWDs

PIPELINES & LEAKAGE CONTROL DIVISION

LEAK DETECTION AND