RDM Bacolod City

09/09/2025

Ang panigarilyo indi lang personal nga choice, kungdi problema man ini sang public health

Amo sina nga ako, upod kay Councilors Dindo Ramos, Celia Flor kag Israel Salanga, nagpasar sang resolusyon sa Sangguniang Panlungsod sang Bacolod nga naga-panawagan kay Mayor Greg Gasataya nga istrikto nga ipatuman ang aton Anti-Smoking Ordinance kag i-reconvene ang Bacolod Anti-Smoking Task Force.

Para sa healthy and smoke-free Bacolod!

05/09/2025

Internet is now a basic needs. This proposed ordinance of Councilor & Atty. Caesar Distrito will make sure every new building is built internet-ready, reducing messy cabling and preparing the city for a digital future.

29/08/2025

Napasar sang City Council ang resolution ni Councilor Atty Caesar Distrito nga naga hangyo sa PHILHEALTH nga padasigon kag i dal-on ang Bacolod City sa libre nga P20,000 nga bulong sa taga miembro taga tuig nga outpatient, under sa GAMOT Program nila.

Bacolod City Council Urges PhilHealth to Prioritize Bacolod in free GAMOT Program

The Sangguniang Panlungsod of Bacolod unanimously approved the resolution authored by Councilor Atty. Caesar Z. Distrito urging the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to expedite the nationwide implementation of its Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient Treatment (GAMOT) Program and to ensure that Bacolod City is included as a priority area.

The GAMOT Program, launched through PhilHealth Circular No. 2025-0013, grants members up to ₱20,000 worth of free outpatient medicines annually, significantly expanding access to essential drugs. From the previous 21 medications covered under the Konsulta package, the program now includes 75 types of medicines that address common and chronic illnesses such as asthma, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, heart disease, nervous system disorders, and other supportive therapies.

Atty. Distrito explained that while the program is initially being implemented in Metro Manila, Bacolodnons also deserve immediate access to its benefits. “Access to free and essential medicines is a lifeline for many Bacolodnons. We urge PhilHealth to prioritize Bacolod in the GAMOT roll-out so that our people will no longer have to sacrifice their health because of financial difficulties,” he stressed.

Councilor Dindo Ramos even emphasized that we will invite the local PHILHEALTH head to one of our sessions to personally relay our urgent request to them. The SP will also provide copy of the resolution to Congressman Albee Benitez and current PHILHEALTH President so that they will be made aware of this urgent request.

The City Council emphasized that Bacolod’s status as a highly urbanized city and regional hub makes it home to hundreds of thousands of PhilHealth members who would gain immediate relief from the program’s implementation.

By ensuring Bacolod’s inclusion in the priority list, the resolution emphasized that the program will not only reduce the financial burden on households but also strengthen the city’s public health system in line with the constitutional mandate to protect and promote the people’s right to health.

“As one of the fastest growing cities outside Metro Manila, Bacolod should not be left behind. Our people deserve equal access to this program that can save lives and ease the burden of costly medicines. We hope PhilHealth will hear our call and make Bacolod a priority,” Councilor Distrito concluded.

14/08/2025

BSKE sa Disyembre pwede pa madayun kun may TRO sa Supreme Court suno kay Councilor Ceasar Distrito

Ginpabutyag ni Bacolod City Councilor Caesar Distrito nga pwede pa madayun ang Barangay kag Sangguniang Kabataan elections kun makapagwa sang Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) ang Supreme Court.

Ini matapos ginpirmahan ni President ‘Bongbong’ Marcos ang layi nga nagalawig sang term of office sang mga Barangay kag SK officials kag nagaset sang eleksyon sa Barangay sa Nobyembre sa madasun ga tuig.

Sa interview sang DYHB kay Councilor Distrito, ginpahayag sini nga kun magfile si Election lawyer Romulo Macalintal sang Petition sa Supreme Court, pwede makapagwa sang Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) ang Korte Suprema.

Paathag ni Distrito, pananglitan nga mag-issue sang TRO, sarang nga madayun ang eleksyon sa Disyembre apang kun wala, padayun ang layi nga naga-postponed sang piniliay magluwas lang kun maglain ang ila desisyon.

Pahayag sini, nga ang iya pagpagwa sang ya sentemento ang agud makapreparar man ang mga Incumbent Barangay Officials subong man ang mga aspirants nga gusto mag-alagad sa Barangay pananglitan magpagwa sang TRO ang Korte Suprema.

14/08/2025

Sa mga nagapamangkot sang requirements sa Medical kag Burial Assistance sa office ni Cong Albee Benitez, ari ang lista nga dapat nyo i submit sa ila temporaryo nga opisina sa Mandalagan Brgy Hall.

06/08/2025

06/08/2025

27/07/2025

It is high time to elevate the status of Bacolod DRRMO as a Department because of their bigger role and responsibility in disaster management and their task nga ma minimize ang epekto sang mga kalamidad all-year round. The office is also task in saving lives, gani dapat lang nga dugangan ila mga tinawo, taason ang sweldo kag klaruhon ang ila mga functions taga division.

Proposed Ordinance Seeks to Elevate Bacolod DRRM Office into Full Department

BACOLOD CITY – In compliance with the directives and national standards set by the NDRRMC, DBM, DILG, and CSC Joint Memorandum Circular No. 2014-1, Councilor Atty. Caesar Distrito has filed a proposed ordinance seeking to elevate the Bacolod City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (BCDRRMO) under the Office of the Mayor into a full-fledged department.

The ordinance—co-authored by Councilors Celia Flor and Em Ang—aims to expand the organizational structure and staffing of the office, enhance its operational capacity and align it with national standards. This is also a proactive move to strengthen Bacolod City’s disaster preparedness and emergency response capabilities.

“With Bacolod’s growing population and vulnerability to natural disasters, it’s crucial that we institutionalize a stronger, better-equipped, and fully staffed DRRM Department that can respond swiftly and efficiently to emergencies,” said Councilor Distrito.

The measure establishes the Bacolod City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Department (BCDRRMD) and outlines clearly the three (3) divisions which are administration and training, research and planning, and operations and warning. It also creates new plantilla positions—including a City Government Department Head—to ensure professionalized and permanent leadership in disaster management.

“This is a forward-looking investment in the safety and resilience of our people. A dedicated DRRM Department will improve response times, coordination, and planning,” Councilor Flor emphasized.

Councilor Ang also highlighted the need for a stronger structure in anticipation of more frequent climate-related hazards: “We must act now to build a system that is both responsive and anticipatory. This ordinance brings us closer to that goal.”

The proposed ordinance also aligns with RA 10121 or the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010 and supports Bacolod’s vision of becoming a disaster-resilient city.

The Sangguniang Panlungsod is expected to deliberate on the measure in its upcoming sessions.

27/07/2025

Ang DRRMO ang isa sa may pinaka dako nga responsibildad among all the offices in the LGU. All year-round pa ila ubra not just during times of disaster, but also doing activities to mitigate the effects of disaster, kag kabalo kita tanan kung ano ka disaster-prone ang aton pungsod. It is high time nga dapat himoon na sila as Full pledged department na gid.

LOOK:BACOLOD COUNCILORS PUSH FOR UPGRADING DRRMO INTO A FULL DEPARTMENT

In compliance with the directives and national standards set by the NDRRMC, DBM, DILG, and CSC Joint Memorandum Circular No. 2014-1, Councilor Atty. Caesar Distrito has filed a proposed ordinance seeking to elevate the Bacolod City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (BCDRRMO) under the Office of the Mayor into a full-fledged department.

The ordinance—co-authored by Councilors Celia Flor and Em Ang—aims to expand the organizational structure and staffing of the office, enhance its operational capacity and align it with national standards. This is also a proactive move to strengthen Bacolod City’s disaster preparedness and emergency response capabilities.

“With Bacolod’s growing population and vulnerability to natural disasters, it’s crucial that we institutionalize a stronger, better-equipped, and fully staffed DRRM Department that can respond swiftly and efficiently to emergencies,” said Councilor Distrito.

The measure establishes the Bacolod City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Department (BCDRRMD) and outlines clearly the three (3) divisions which are administration and training, research and planning, and operations and warning. It also creates new plantilla positions—including a City Government Department Head—to ensure professionalized and permanent leadership in disaster management.

“This is a forward-looking investment in the safety and resilience of our people. A dedicated DRRM Department will improve response times, coordination, and planning,” Councilor Flor emphasized.

Councilor Ang also highlighted the need for a stronger structure in anticipation of more frequent climate-related hazards: “We must act now to build a system that is both responsive and anticipatory. This ordinance brings us closer to that goal.”

The proposed ordinance also aligns with RA 10121 or the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010 and supports Bacolod’s vision of becoming a disaster-resilient city.

The Sangguniang Panlungsod is expected to deliberate on the measure in its upcoming sessions.

Source: Atty. Caesar Distrito, MPA, DPA

25/07/2025

Nag upod ang Team Serbisyo Distrito sa panawagan ni Mayor Greg Gasataya nga Clean Up Drive sa mga water ways digto sa Banago kag Mandalagan area.

Ang ini nga problema, tawo ang nag ubra. Gani ang solusyon sini tawo man ang maka sulbar. Ina paagi sa pag binuligay naton tanan. Indi nani ya ubra lang sang isa, kungdi dapat bululigan naton tanan.

Basta nagabuligay, wala sang imposible kag problema nga indi masulbar naton tanan.

21/07/2025

Thank you The Off-Air Broadcaster. Aton i expand ang Free School Supplies for Elementary School Students Ordinance by increasing its budget, include more school supplies, include PE & School uniforms if budget allows, and put a deadline in the distribution of school supplies either before or during the first week of classes para magamit gid sang mga estudyante.

Bacolod City Council Approves on 1st Reading Expanded Free Educational Materials Program

Bacolod City, Negros Occidental – The Bacolod City Council has approved on first reading a proposed amendment to City Ordinance No. 09-16-787, significantly expanding the city's free educational materials program. Authored by Councilor Caesar Distrito, the amendment increases the annual budget allocation from ₱15 million to ₱50 million to meet the rising costs of instructional materials and accommodate the growing number of elementary school enrollees.

The revised ordinance broadens the definition of "school supplies" to include items such as notebooks, folders, pencils, pens, rulers, pencil cases, erasers, sharpeners, and pad paper. Additional items like school bags, PE uniforms, and school uniforms may be included depending on budget availability.

The amendment also updates procurement guidelines in accordance with Republic Act No. 12009 (the New Government Procurement Act) and establishes a committee to oversee the procurement process in coordination with the Department of Education and the Bids and Awards Committee. A strict timeline ensures timely delivery of supplies before the school opening. The ordinance allows for the use of the Special Education Fund (SEF) if regular appropriations are insufficient, subject to Local School Board approval. The proposed measure will undergo further deliberation at the next regular session.