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he number of older people here in the Philippines, like in several Asian countries, escalates a lot faster than the growth of the country’s total population. In the year 2000, there were


4.6 million senior citizens (60 years or older), equivalent to roughly six percent of overall population.


Ten years after, it grew to 6.5 million or approximately 6.9 percent of aggregate Philippine population. Estimates from the National


Statistics Office shows that by year 2030, senior citizens will make up about 11.5 percent of the country’s total population.


are infections, while visual impairment, difficulty in walking, chewing, hearing, osteoporosis, arthritis and incontinence are other common health-related problems. However,


calling this a “problem,” we should expect and help our seniors to become productive throughout their lifespan or in their golden years by using the arts.


instead of us


one thing it isn’t expensive, it can be done anytime, and there’s not fuss about it. If one enjoys doing what he/she is doing, she can continue, but if the enjoyment is no longer


But why the arts? Well, for


2018 data from the office of the Department of Social Welfare & Develpment, there are approximately 18,000 senior citizens residing in our midst. While that number is


infinitesimal compared to the actual and overall population of the city, it is a significant aspect to think about considering that their differing, and sometimes, cumbersome needs have an enormous effect on everyone else – the youth, those in their mid-40s, and 50s, and even on very young children. And that is because, as a process, ageing increases the demand for health services.


The elderly suffer from both degenerative and communicable ailments because of the ageing of the body’s immune system. Leading causes of morbidity


OUTSIDE....FROM P. 5


be forgiven and forgotten. ‘I don’t know’ is the


most unused sentence in the Philippines. It’s not a matter of ego or pride; it’s simply because people here are intensely polite. They consider it rude not to provide an answer, any answer, even when, especially when, that answer has no basis in reality, and usually results in total confusion for the foreigner. Never ask for or take directions. If you want to go to Dauin, the directions given are more likely to see you ending up many hours later looking at Welcome to Bacolod signs, or sitting confused on Apo island. It’s difficult for any foreigner to calmly accept frustrations such as: non working ATMs, big signs saying ATM ONLINE as if it’s to be celebrated, tellers taking forever to count, then recount a modest amount of money both in banks and supermarkets, terrible Internet connection, inconsistent Wi-Fi everywhere, “out of stock” statements being the norm rather than the occasional, horridly-poor service in most restaurants where the staff often stand huddling with their backs to customers while sharing gossip, insane driving conditions, ignoring of pedestrian crossings, no traffic lights in Dumaguete (not that they would make any difference to driving conditions), business places closed at noon for lunch for upto an hour and a quarter, and, apart from token, occasional, face-saving efforts, non existence of legal enforcement.


negative factors, why do so many foreigners still come to live here?


With all these seemingly-


Beautiful women must be a motivating factor. I’ve lived on four continents and one sub continent. I’ve dated women from 27 countries.The song No One Compares to You is appropriate for the Pinay who are so beautiful, so exceptional in many ways.


a but?) some can, like women everywhere, be dangerous. For foreign men wanting a


But (and isn’t there always


casual fling, this is a wonderful country. But for the foreigner seeking a loving, long-term relationship, caution is critically important. I’ll say no more. If you don’t understand the message, you deserve the inevitable consequences. The only criticism I can’t


let go of about life here is the extremely dangerous, anti-social behavior of almost all drivers. Hardly anyone drives with any modicum of safety or caution. I’m fearful every time leaving home I’ll be involved in a serious accident. Rules of the road are either misunderstood or simply unknown.


Almost everybody routinely drives out from the side roads, while having no right of way. They hardly check to see if there’s incoming traffic. Children are dangerously perched up front. Sometimes, five or even six people are precariously balanced on a broken-down scooter. Most drivers do not turn on their lights at nighttime. It’s unconscionable and impossible for a foreigner to understand, as is the fact there’s not daily mass carnage on the roads.


consideration, for me, it’s the people that most appeal. Their constant good spirits and appreciation of the life they have is a shining example to the rest of the world on how to correctly live life.


Taking everything into


generous in we l coming outsiders. I arrived as a stranger, but people from many walks of life immediately made me feel welcome. They have been unnecessarily-generous and always kind. I’m now privileged to be


And Filipinos are extremely


on the faculty of a prominent University, while also teaching both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. I’ve been writing for the excellent, multi-award winning MetroPost for over two years. Perhaps most importantly, I’m involved in a loving, romantic relationship that I never anticipated experiencing.


It is said the patriot Dr. Jose Rizal called Dumaguete a City of Gentle People. My experience since the


moment I arrived would lead me to unequivocally agree with that statement.


arriving here, I’ve got nothing but gratitude and praise for the lovely people of Dumaguete and Negros Oriental. Since arriving here, apart from one ugly domestic street confrontation, the only times I’ve witnessed anger or frustration has been from myself or from other foreigners. After coming from the highly-efficient west, yes, there are ongoing frustrations here that I’ve already mentioned, but the positives hugely outweigh the negatives. Besides, as I’m reminded


Two and a half years after


by Vhie when I occasionally revert to negative comments: “The airport is a short drive away. You can always go back to where you came from.” But I can’t. My home is here. Today my thinking is I want to experience my final years living among the City of the Gentle People, on the island that had been so generous to me, and in the country that has given me the privilege to live here. There’s a German word


called wanderlust. It means a passion or strong desire for travelling.


I’ve experienced wanderlust throughout my life. I’ll be 70 next birthday. Will history repeat itself and I’ll be unable to resist the lure of seeking adventure in new countries? Clearly it’s an option. One


cannot easily undo the habits of a lifetime. But I hope fate will have me stay here. I’m acutely aware how fickle


everything is on this brief flight through time. Perhaps I should finally grow up. My life has been a roller coaster of often-insane experiences.


there, then it is always easy to stop doing it. Most seniors would say, “oh no, I’m too old for that,” or “I can’t do that, my bones will crack,” and so on and so forth. In the West, many seniors have made a mark for themselves in the creative fields. An example would be Millard Kaufman, who wrote his first novel, Bowl of Cherries, at age 90. Then there’s 93-year-old Lorna Page, who caused waves in Britain with her first novel A Dangerous Weakness. Following in the footsteps of Grandma Moses (who did not take up painting until in her 70s), former patent attorney John Root Hopkins turned to art in his 70s and had a showing of his work in the American Visionary Art Museum at age 73. Actua l l y,


numerous examples th e r e ar e


throughout history of the creative power of the aging brain -- Benjamin Franklin invented the bifocal lens at the age of 78, Thomas Hardy published a book of lyric poetry at age 85, Frank Lloyd Wright completed the design of the Guggenheim Museum in New York at age 92, and Giuseppe Verdi wrote Falstaff, perhaps his most acclaimed opera, at the age of 85. Which means, nothing is ever too late.


Let’s take a look at the primary benefits when the elderly engages in art or creative activities: Enhanced motor skills


Ageing and the culture & arts landscape In Dumaguete, based on


and coordination. In creative activities, a participant focuses on a single task like painting, drawing, sculpting, or other creative projects. Engaging in these non-strenuous physical activities helps to enhance coordination and increases blood flow, which in turn improves dexterity in the hands, wrists, and fingers. Thus, any creative activity will help adults with arthritis or other joint conditions manage inflammation and chronic pain.


Heightened cognitive function and stimulus. Engaging in artistic pursuits challenges people to think imaginatively which correspondingly boosts cognitive function. The process of learning something new, such as a new art skill, helps to stimulate healthy brain activity


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BUREAU OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE http://blgf.gov.ph/ LGU


Period Covered


LOCAL SOURCES TAX REVENUES


REAL PROPERTY TAX


Real Property Tax -Basic Current Year


Fines and Penalties-Current Year Prior Year/s


Fines and Penalties-Prior Year/s


Special Levy on Idle Lands Current Year


Fines and Penalties-Current Year Prior Year/s


Fines and Penalties-Prior Year/s


Special Levy on Land Benefited by Public Works Projects Current Year


Fines and Penalties-Current Year Prior Year/s


Fines and Penalties-Prior Year/s TAX ON BUSINESS


Amusement Tax Business Tax


Manufacturers, Assemblers, etc. Wholesalers, Distributors, etc.


Exporters, Manufacturers, Dealers, etc. Retailers


Contractors and other Independent contractors Banks & Other Financial Institutions Peddlers


Printing & Publication Tax Tax on Amusement Places Other Business Taxes


Franchise Tax Tax on Delivery Trucks and Vans


Tax on Sand, Gravel & Other Quarry Resources Fines and Penalties-Business Taxes


OTHER TAXES


Community Tax-Corporation Community Tax-Individual Professional Tax


Real Property Transfer Tax Other Taxes


Fines and Penalties-Other Taxes NON-TAX REVENUES


REGULATORY FEES (Permits and Licenses) Permits and Licenses


Fees on Weights and Measures


Fishery Rental Fees and Privilege Fees Franchising and Licensing Fees Business Permit Fees Building Permit Fees


Zonal/Location Permit Fees Tricycle Operators Permit Fees Occupational Fees


Other Permits & Licenses Registration Fees


Cattle/Animal Registration Fees Civil Registration Fees


Inspection Fees Fines and Penalties-Permits and Licenses


SERVICE/USER CHARGES (Service Income) Clearance and Certification Fees Police Clearance Secretary’s Fees Health Certificate


Other Fees


Other Clearance and Certification Garbage Fees


Wharfage Fees Toll Fees


Other Service Income


Fines and Penalties-Service Income Landing and Aeronautical Fees Parking and Terminal Fees Hospital Fees


Medical, Dental and Laboratory Fees Market & Slaughterhouse Fees Printing and Publication Fees


RECEIPTS FROM ECONOMIC ENTERPRISES (Business Income) Receipts from Economic Enterprises (Business Income) School Operations


Power Generation/Distribution Hospital Operations


Canteen/Restaurant Operations Cemetery Operations


Communication Facilities & Equipment Operations Dormitory Operations Market Operations


Slaughterhouse Operations


Transportation System Operations Waterworks System Operations Printing & Publication Operations Lease/Rental of Facilities Trading Business


Other Economic Enterprises


Fines and Penalties-Economic Enterprises Prepaid Income (Prepaid Rent)


OTHER INCOME/RECEIPTS (Other General Income) Interest Income Dividend Income


Other General Income (Miscellaneous) Rebates on MMDA Contribution


Sales of Confiscated/Abandoned/Seized Goods & Properties Miscellaneous - Others


TOTAL INCOME-LOCAL SOURCES


EXTERNAL SOURCES SHARE FROM NATIONAL TAX COLLECTION INTERNAL REVENUE ALLOTMENT Current Year Prior Year


OTHER SHARES FROM NATIONAL TAX COLLEC- TIONS


Share from Economic Zone (RA 7227) Share from EVAT


Share from National Wealth Mining Taxes


Utilization of hydrothermal, geothermal and other sources of energy


Forestry Charges


Mineral Reservations Others


Share from PAGCOR/PCSO/Lotto


Share from Tobacco Excise Tax (RA 7171) Others


EXTRAORDINARY RECEIPTS/GRANTS/DONATIONS/AIDS Grants and Donations Domestic Foreign


Subsidy Income


Other Subsidy Income Subsidy from GOCCs


Extraordinary Gains and Premiums Gain on FOREX


Gain on Sale of Assets


Premium on Bonds Payable Gain on Sale of Investments


INTER-LOCAL TRANSFERS Subsidy from LGUs


Subsidy from Other Funds


CAPITAL/INVESTMENT RECEIPTS Proceeds from Sale of Assets


Proceeds from Sale of Debt Securities of Other Entities Collection of Loans Receivables (Principal)


RECEIPTS FROM LOANS AND BORROWINGS (PAYABLE) Loans - Domestic Loans - Foreign Bonds Flotation


OTHER NON-INCOME RECEIPTS Collection Receivables Refund of Cash Advances


Collection from Inter-Agency Receivables Collection of Trust Liabilities Due from other NGAs Due from other GOCCs Due from LGUs


Other Receivables Collection of Prior Year Income credited to Prior Year Adjustment


TOTAL INCOME/RECEIPTS FROM EXTERNAL SOURCES


TOTAL GENERAL FUND


SPECIAL EDUCATION FUND SPECIAL EDUCATION TAX Special Education Fund Current Year


Fines and Penalties-Current Year Prior Year/s


Other Receipts


Fines and Penalties-Prior Year/s Interest Income


Donation/Grants/Aid


Other Business Income (Miscellaneous) Grants and Donations - Domestic


Grants and Donations - Foreign Other Subsidy Income


INTER-LOCAL TRANSFERS Subsidy from LGUs


Subsidy from Other Funds


I can say to you today that all I now seek is emotional peace of mind, and a few more interesting years here, before making my final journey into the realm of eternal darkness.


RECEIPTS FROM LOANS AND BORROWINGS (Payable) Loans - Domestic Loans - Foreign


TOTAL SPECIAL EDUCATION FUND GRAND TOTAL (GF + SEF)


ADVANCE PAYMENT FOR RPT General Fund


Special Education Fund TOTAL


Particulars


: GUIHULNGAN CITY, NEGROS ORIENTAL : Q2, 2019


Acct. Code


Income Target ( Approved Budget)


11,138,439.50 4,772,176.50 4,772,176.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


5,166,263.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


1,200,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS SOURCES Actual Receipts Excess of Actual vs Target


7,137,432.00 1,238,384.87 1,238,384.87 551,931.09 4,666.52


463,935.05 217,852.21 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


4,705,224.95 0.00


4,359,010.03 118,970.00 215,638.24 264,472.18 2,116,332.65 487,201.70 354,128.36 0.00 0.00 0.00


802,266.90 236,736.00 0.00 0.00


109,478.92 1,193,822.18 42,529.55


1,040,457.66 6,075.00 70,687.55 4,669.10 29,403.32


1,634,196.43 753,493.35 9,720.00 0.00


% of Over/ (Under) to Target


-4,001,007.50 -35.92% -3,533,791.63 -74.05% -3,533,791.63 -74.05% 551,931.09 4,666.52


463,935.05 217,852.21 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


4,359,010.03 118,970.00 215,638.24 264,472.18 2,116,332.65 487,201.70 354,128.36 0.00 0.00 0.00


802,266.90 236,736.00 0.00 0.00


109,478.92


1,040,457.66 6,075.00 70,687.55 4,669.10 29,403.32


METROPOST


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


-461,038.05 -8.92% 0.00


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


-6,177.82 -0.51% 42,529.55


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


22,302,767.22 11,837,537.43 -10,465,229.79 -46.92% 2,766,262.22 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


-1,132,065.79 -40.92% 753,493.35 9,720.00 0.00


71,800.00 532,060.00 24,683.35 0.00


115,230.00 0.00 0.00


618,388.00 84,623.00 533,765.00 256,975.08 5,340.00


4,385,043.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


13,151,462.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


2,000,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


1,782,942.60 1,010,520.00 283,900.00 402,650.00 77,150.00 246,820.00 754,218.20 130,600.00 0.00 0.00


623,618.20 15,904.40 0.00 0.00 0.00


2,300.00 0.00 0.00


7,953,095.31 7,953,095.31 0.00


1,043,070.21 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


5,020,011.00 137,774.60 0.00


1,297,411.50 0.00 0.00 0.00


454,828.00 0.00 0.00


467,303.09 467,303.09 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


71,800.00 532,060.00 24,683.35 0.00


115,230.00 0.00 0.00


618,388.00 84,623.00 533,765.00 256,975.08 5,340.00


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


-2,602,100.40 -59.34% 1,010,520.00 283,900.00 402,650.00 77,150.00 246,820.00 754,218.20 130,600.00 0.00 0.00


623,618.20 15,904.40 0.00 0.00 0.00


2,300.00 0.00 0.00


1,043,070.21 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


5,020,011.00 137,774.60 0.00


1,297,411.50 0.00 0.00 0.00


454,828.00 0.00 0.00


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


-5,198,366.69 -39.53% 7,953,095.31 0.00


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


-1,532,696.91 -76.63% 467,303.09 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


33,441,206.72 18,974,969.43 -14,466,237.29 -43.26% 707,827,991.00 356,035,105.41 -351,792,885.59 -49.70% 0%


707,827,991.00 356,004,624.00 -351,823,367.00 -49.70% 0.00 356,004,624.00 356,004,624.00 0.00 0.00


0.00


0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


30,481.41 0.00


0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


0.00 0.00 0.00


30,481.41 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


0.00


30,481.41 0.00


0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


0.00 0.00 0.00


30,481.41 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


0% 0%


0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


707,827,991.00 356,035,105.41 -351,792,885.59 -49.70% 741,269,197.72 375,010,074.84 -366,259,122.88 -49.41%


4,772,176.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


4,772,176.50


7,096.86 12,064.68


CERTIFIED CORRECT: Asst. City Treasurer / OIC- City Treasurer PAMELA A. CALIJAN


1,769,121.24 788,472.99 6,666.45


662,764.36 311,217.44 3,602.91 3,602.91 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


1,772,724.15


-3,003,055.26 -62.93% 788,472.99 6,666.45


662,764.36 311,217.44 3,602.91 3,602.91 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


-2,999,452.35 -62.85%


746,041,374.22 376,782,798.99 -369,258,575.23 -49.50% 4,967.82


0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%


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