Coastal Parks, Resort, and Restaurants Association of Iloilo City

10/03/2026

A proposed PHP 18.27-billion, 662-hectare “island-type” reclamation project in Iloilo City will no longer proceed after negotiations between the city government and the project proponent failed, according to the city’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) office.

PPP Iloilo City head Atty. David Abraham G. Garcia said the proponent failed to meet several requirements during the negotiation stage mandated under Republic Act 11966, also known as the PPP Code.

The city government subsequently declared a failure of negotiations, effectively removing the project from further consideration.

“We had a failure of negotiation with the reclamation. There are requirements that they failed to complete, and even if they attempted to comply, they could not finish before the deadline,” Garcia said.

“Because of that we declared a failure of negotiation. Now, it is off the table. There is none anymore,” he added.

The unsolicited proposal was submitted by Iloilo Global City Corp., an associate of publicly listed property developer Cebu Landmasters Inc.

The project proposed reclaiming about 662 hectares of land along Iloilo City’s coastline, spanning areas from Fort San Pedro in the City Proper district to Villa Arevalo and portions of the coastal area in Jaro.

Under the PPP Code, unsolicited proposals undergo a negotiation stage that must be completed within a maximum of 150 calendar days from the issuance of a notice to commence negotiations.

Garcia did not disclose the specific requirement that the proponent failed to submit, noting that the matter had already been discussed during earlier stages of the negotiation process. | Rjay Zuriaga Castor

11/09/2024

Mr. Jeremiah John P. Vardeleon, President of the Coastal Park Resorts and Restaurant Association of Iloilo City and President of Iloilo Paraw Beach Resort, recently attended the prestigious 2024 Private Sector Summit titled "Expanding Opportunities: Work-Ready Generation Leading the Way" at Makati Shangri-La Hotel. This event is part of the USAID Opportunity 2.0 Program, which provides second-chance opportunities for out-of-school youth nationwide.

The USAID Opportunity 2.0 Program has already empowered approximately 82,000 out-of-school youth across the Philippines to pursue employment and entrepreneurship, with vital support from both the US and Philippine governments, as well as the private sector.

Other Ilonggo delegates are:

Engr. Fulbert Woo, President of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Iloilo Chapter, Inc.
Mr. Manolo Roberto L. Nava, Senior Program Manager of the BPI Foundation
Ms. Esther Pauline Maquiran-Garcia, President and Board of Trustee Member of PMAP
Mr. Jemar Laguna Elen, Business Development Manager of Go Tyme Bank - Visayas
Ms. Jcer Tiaño, PESO Representative
Daniel S. Tagan from DTI
Margie and Sol, Members of the Out of School Youth USAID 02 Beneficiaries
Together, these leaders are paving the way for a brighter future for our youth. 🌟👏

26/08/2024

A recent study has revealed that several key districts in Iloilo City are experiencing significant ground subsidence, with rates reaching up to 9 millimeters per year.

This phenomenon, where the ground gradually sinks, poses serious risks to infrastructure and exacerbates the city’s existing flooding issues, especially in coastal areas.

The study, conducted by the University of the Philippines' NOAH Center in collaboration with international partners, utilized advanced satellite technology known as InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) to monitor ground movement across major Philippine cities from 2014 to 2020.

The findings indicate that the districts of Mandurriao, Molo, and La Paz are among the most affected areas, with subsidence rates of approximately 8 millimeters per year.

The subsidence in these districts is particularly concerning because of their dense populations and rapid urbanization. Mandurriao and Molo, known for their booming commercial and residential developments, are the hardest hit.

The study warns that this sinking ground could worsen tidal flooding in the City Proper district, where some areas already experience gutter to ankle-deep flooding during high tides, even on sunny days.

La Paz district also shows significant subsidence, raising concerns over the long-term stability of infrastructure and the potential for increased flooding.

The study suggests that excessive groundwater extraction, urban development, and the natural compaction of deltaic sediments are likely contributing to the land subsidence in these areas.

The intrusion of saline water into wells, possibly due to saltwater intrusion from the nearby Guimaras Strait, has already been observed in some areas. This saltwater intrusion could lead to groundwater contamination, which is difficult to reverse and could severely impact the city’s water supply.

The study propose using InSAR for targeted, long-term monitoring, enabling observation of ground subsidence progression. Geophysical surveys like seismic reflection and GPR can also analyze subsurface deformation and stratigraphy to determine aquifer types and assess subsidence permanence.

These measures aim to guide groundwater management, land-use planning, and mitigation efforts to prevent excessive land subsidence, especially in faulted areas prone to hazards associated with ground sinking.

28/07/2024

11/01/2024

05/12/2023

In relation to the presentation of the Integrated Coastal Resource Management Plan and the Urban Biodiversity Plan of the City of Iloilo, The President of the Coastal Park, Resorts and Restaurant Association of Iloilo City, Mr. Jeremiah John P. Vardeleon, participated in commenting and reviewing the presentation of the Draft Coastal Resource Management Plan and Urban Biodiversity Plan last November 24, 2023 at Ferrymar Hotel. The president of the association proposed the future plan of allowing floating cottages along the shorelines of Iloilo Coastal areas, introduce island hopping tours between Iloilo and guimaras, Go Coastal Program that will promote coastal tourism in the city, and an annual Coastal celebration in the city.

28/07/2023

Just in: The President of the Coastal Parks, Resorts, and Restaurant Association of Iloilo City signed today (July 28, 2023) the MANIFESTO OF SUPPORT AND ENDORSEMENT for the Coastal Management Plan lead by the City Environment and Natural Resource Office.

The Manifesto reads:

We, the members of the Technical Working Group, key stakeholders of the Coastal Communities and Urban Biodiversity, believe in the importance of nature, its roles and influence in the quality of life of the Ilonggos and of the public in general, adhere to the multi-sectoral, participatory and consultative planning, support the mandates and development initiatives of Iloilo City by virtue of RA 7160 or the 1991 Local Government Code, RA 8550 or the Fisheries Code of 1998 and RA 8436 or the Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Act (AFMA) of 1997 among others, do hereby express and manifest our support for the endorsement of the Iloilo City Integrated Coastal Resource Management Plan and the Iloilo City Urban Biodiversity Plan; be actively involved in its implementation, monitoring and evaluation and be an integral part in the regular review and updating of these said plans… all in our desire to be active partners of the government in making our beloved City of Iloilo, a safe, secure and livable home for us all.

Done this 28th Day of July 2023 at Diversion 21 Hotel, Iloilo City.

23/07/2023

The President of the Coastal Park Resorts and Restaurant Association of Iloilo city, Mr. Jeremiah John P. Vardeleon, recently joined the first ILOILO CITY COASTAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANNING hosted by the City Environment and Natural Resources Office. The three (3) day planning seminar gathered various public and private sectors to come up with a strategic plan for the city’s coastal resources.