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Editorial
CO
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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
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
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.
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).
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
Denyse D. Pamintuan
authorized
the
implementation
LWD-MaCRO
on
staggered
the
Organizational
Structure
and
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CORPORATE PLANNING
DEPARTMENT
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
PLANNING AND
MONITORING DIVISION
MANAGEMENT
INFORMATION SERVICES
DIVISION
INVESTIGATION AND
LITIGATION DIVISION
A
OFFICE OF THE AGM FOR
ADMINISTRATION
GENERAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
HUMAN RESOURCE
DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL WELFARE
DIVISION
SECURITY SECTION
personnel
and
PROCUREMENT SECTION
logistics,
BAC SECRETARIAT
B
OFFICE OF THE AGM FOR FINANCE
The
AGM
is
the
Office
of
for
Finance
backbone
the
of
record
It
operating
transactions,
and
prepares
statements
seeks
financial
to
inform
COMMERCIAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT
BILLINGS DIVISION
LEDGERING SECTION
METER READING
SECTION
FINANCIAL REPORTING
SECTION
BILLING SECTION
CUSTOMER
ACCOUNTS DIVISION
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
SECTION
DELINQUENT SECTION
SATTELITE OFFICES
CUSTOMER SERVICES
DIVISION
SERVICE APPLICATION
SECTION
WATER SERVICE
CONNECTION
INSTALLATION SECTON
CUSTOMER CARE
DIVISION
PRODUCTION
DEPARTMENT
WATER PRODUCTION
DIVISION
WATER DISTRIBUTION
DIVISION
The
Office
Operations
potable
of
the
AGM
RESTORATION DIVISION
SERVICE CONNECTION
MAINTENANCE SECTION
SURFACE / PAVEMENT
RESTORATION SECTION
for
water
distribution
runs
PIPELINE REHABILITATION
SECTION
SERVICE CONNECTION
REHABILITATION SECTION
Services
conducts
PLANNING DIVISION
DESIGN DIVISION
WATER RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT DIVISION
ith the re-categorization of ZCWD from a Very Large to Category A Water District, two new Assistant General Managers
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
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-
the office.
AGM Alfonso
expressed
his
be introduced.
On his thoughts on the promotion
Department in 2011.
Make it happen.
perspective.
the
success.
AGM Alfonso
also
saw
10
with
styles
problems.
reality.
Environment
Resources
capability-building,
additional
Group.
Being
Assistant
and
Water
General
different
management
which
he
already
knowledge.
competent
He
adds,
have
always
are
Competency.
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Zamboanga
District
5:
Development,
and
Maintenance
Improvements/Upgrades;
City
Water
Implementation
of
Improvement/
Twenty-eight
(28)
participants
City
attended
the
said
seminar-workshop.
Local
Water
Utilities
Administration
Checklist of Stakeholders;
Engr.
Virgilio
Bombeta,
Conditions;
Module
9:
and
Incident.
on
2:
Hazards
System
and
Description
Hazardous
events
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and Response
knowledge
and
the
quick
response
measures
by
Hydrometeorological
comprehensive
management
Twenty-six
(26)
Lamitan
City
Water
District,
ZCWD
to
The
participants
understand
that
were
climate
made
change
Disaster
Risk
Reduction
and
Zamboanga City.
Services
Administration
presented
Adaptation Plan.
Local
Climate
Change
Seventeen
(17)
participants
13
Firearms
Explosives
Security
Efficient
Records
Management,
Seminar-Workshop on Basic
Records and Archives
Management
firearms.
14
GSIS PRE-COUNSELLING
SEMINAR
Joanne C. Rivera
ZCWD regular employee listens as GSIS head Eddie Aguilar Cruz discuss about retirement benefits
15
Lee-Roy T. Depositario
responsive
Water
Regardless,
Zamboangueos.
District
The
(ZCWD).
succeeding
Also
Celebration
culminated
of an employer-employee relationship,
Infrastructure
Considering
City
been
is
contemporary.
year
and
Corporation
the
Economic
steady
Zone
(PWIC).
population
Authority
and
ZCWD Job order employees listen as SSS representative orients on the E-AlkanSSSya Program
ZCWD Supports
Brigada Eskwela
16
Education (DepEd).
Our
Support
to
the
Brigada
17
(DENR),embarked on an Information,
environment
ZCWD
and
DENR
informed
and
save
their
local
the
Pasonanca
About
70
watershed.
The
interventions.
the orientation.
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The ZCWD medic team during the fire drill exercise held on April 23, 2014
FIRE DRILL
Raymund Montee E. Domingo
list detailing out the location of fire hydrants and stand pipes for
ZCWD and BFP was held where they discussed the conduct
strategies.
(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
The
bold,
strong
man
and
future ahead!
Certainly,
this
beautiful
Water District!
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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.
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
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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.
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
The ZCWD Chorale shares a song during the Thanksgiving Dinner held last April 1, 2014
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Mirasol F.
Larete-Ka
nindot
Water Treatment Plant, initially doing time-keeping work. But later, due
I have been with the ZCWD for the past twenty- four years,
experiences.
me suffering.)
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.
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
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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
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
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
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Replacement of Pipeline
at Governor Camins Avenue
Engr. Anne Aubrey De Guzman Bugtong
appurtenances.
concrete barricade
e.
service
secondary line)
(tapped
from
ZCWD
started
improvement/rehabilitation
with
2014.
Avenue.
is
the
construction/
of
the
Likewise,
another
pipeline
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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.
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
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Plant at Pasonanca.
will
M.
at
(DCWD),
Water
Misamis
Program
Occidental
started
Bicasan.
main
objective
Competition
of
started
the
respectively.
Participants from other water
be
representing
the
Western
at
proper
The
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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
Association,
(WEMWADA)
districts.
District;
Leonardo
Secretary
Inc.
GM
GM Buenalita B. Raises,
GM Joel L. Astillero,
GM Leonardo Rey D.
Water District
Conflict Management
GM Aleli Almodovar,
Environment
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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
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
per day.
transactions/accounts
the
electrical works.
The
highest
number
of
evaluation
served
(for
of
The
project
was
undertaken
A comparative
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calamity; and
An emerging issue:
Disaster
Disaster
Preparedness
is
an
of
occurrence
OF MEMBERS
reorganized
calamities.
OGM
Memo
the
No.
composition
11-12
of
the
Management
(DRRMC)
Personnel:
Committee
well
organized,
coordinated
and
Chairman:
every personnel.
Per
BFPs
assessment,
the
Focal Person:
preparedness
concerned.
and
Bomb
Threat
scheduled this
year.
GENERAL
OBJECTIVES
OF
THE
COMMITTEE
or
effectively;
Watershed
calamity
on
ZCWDs
Operations
Area.
A Training
Design
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The Committee Members were all assigned Leaders responsible for the following action team:
Organizational Chart
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BEFORE
DURING
AFTER
STAY CALM.
When you are INSIDE a structurally
sound building or home
STAY THERE!
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.
Dont
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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).
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Engr. Marli A. de Fiesta answers a question posed during the press launch of ZCWDs audio-visual package presentation
The
three
audio-visual
presentations
The
Water
Treatment
multi-media
consuming public.
ZCWD conducts
Orientation on Water
Sanitation and Hygiene
(WASH)
Raymund Montee E. Domingo
ater
accessibility
with
proper
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The
main
objective
of
the
orientations,
hygiene
the
importance
practices,
poor
between
sanitation,
The
conduct
of
the
WASH
ZCWDs
corporate
social
2011.
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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
Raymund Montee E. Domingo
ZCWD
RMN field reporters were on standby to get through the line for a
flash report and to update the public with actual footages from the field.
www.emediamo.tv.
last May 28, 2014 and was graced by ZCWD Board of Directors,
was a raging fire within the vicinity where houses were ablaze.
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life.
air.
Participants donned their athletic gear for the Pulong Bato duathlon challenge. ZCWDs participation included the distribution of bottled mineral
water to participants.
AMBALI A. TAOLA
Assistant General Manager
Administration Group
ERIC V. SALARITAN
Quality Control/Assurance Chief
Water Quality Division
CONRAD A. OFENDOREYES
Sr. Water Resources Facilities
Operator A
Water Production Division
HIRED EMPLOYEES
RADEN M. AHAMADUL
Customer Service Officer B
Billings Division
LORGYN S. SARDO
Financial Planning Assistant C
Payroll & Subsidiary Division
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Gracias na Servicio
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.
new beginning.
Antonio C. Sidney
Jose T. Silda
Years Served : 29
Years Served : 36
Cipriano S. Galleposo
Edwin S. Sagun
Ignacio S. Sotto
Jerry C. Rivera
Utility Worker A
Years Served : 31
Years Served : 38
Years Served : 30
Years Served : 26
Alipio A. Lacastesantos
Pedro R. Lorenzo
Rosauro R. Santiago
Driver Mechanic B
Years Served : 33
Years Served : 35
Years Served : 34
Years Served : 39
Abdurahman S. Abduhalim
Antonio B. Fabian
Lorenzo P. Mateo
Property Officer A
Years Served : 35
Years Served : 33
Years Served : 37
Years Served : 34
Danilo E. Santos
Prayer
Associate Editors
Raymund E. Domingo
Aris B. Austria
Lay-Out Artists
Mark Steven C. Lu
Christoferd C. Alvarez
We surrender by disillusionment
Contributors
Benjamin A. Buenaflor
Mirasol F. Larete-Kanindot
To be fully alive
Denyse D. Pamintuan
Lee-Roy T. Depositario
Joanne C. Rivera
Leila M. Montejo
Amen
Advisers
Chair Nelida F. Atilano