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PPDO Palawan, 3F Ramon V. Mitra Bldg. , Provincial Capitol, Rizal Avenue, Puerto Princesa City (2026)

27/05/2026

Better late than never 😄 Sending our warmest birthday greetings to our May celebrants! May your special day and the year ahead be filled with joy, good health, success, and beautiful moments worth celebrating. 🎉💜

27/05/2026

𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥–𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝

The Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO) conducted the first-ever Provincial–Municipal Annual Investment Program (AIP) Priority Alignment and Development Planning Collaboration on May 26, 2026 at AKC Country Homes, Puerto Princesa City.

The initiative served as a collaborative platform for the PPDO and Municipal Planning and Development Offices (MPDOs) to strengthen coordination, clarify development mandates, and align local priorities with the overall development direction of the Province of Palawan. This stemmed from discussions held after the Provincial Development Council (PDC) Meeting last April 30 with Provincial Administrator Atty. Jefrie Sahagun, the Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator EnP Sharlene Daquer-Vilches, and the Municipal Planning and Development Coordinators (MPDCs), where the concept of a regular province-municipality planning collaboration mechanism was initially discussed.

The activity gathered MPDCs and/or their representatives from the different municipalities of Palawan. Also present during the activity were Mayor Emil T. Neri of Linapacan and Mayor Fernando G. Illistrisimo of Agutaya.

EnP Sharlene D. Vilches, opened the activity emphasizing the importance of planning principles such as participatory governance, sustainability, inclusivity, equity, and comprehensive development, reminding planners to always anchor decisions on these principles.

Key discussions during the activity included the delineation of provincial, municipal, and barangay mandates presented by Engr. Rafael Balcueba Jr., as well as the presentation of Provincial Investment Priorities and Development Directions across the governance, economic, social, environmental, and infrastructure sectors.

A workshop was likewise conducted where MPDCs identified programs and projects according to the appropriate level of mandate, followed by agreements and ways forward to strengthen coordination between the Province and municipalities. Among the agreements identified were the integration of provincial-mandated PPAs into the Provincial AIP and Local Development Investment Programs (LDIPs), endorsement of identified strategies to concerned Provincial Government offices, localization of the Provincial Results Matrix, and the institutionalization of regular PPDO-MPDO collaboration meetings every quarter.

In her response message, Engr. Alma V. Valledor, MPDC of Bataraza and President of the League of Local Planning and Development Coordinators of the Philippines, Inc. – Palawan Chapter, expressed appreciation for the initiative as it provided municipalities a meaningful and open platform to communicate local realities, concerns, and priorities while ensuring alignment with the overall goals and development direction of the Province.

The activity reflects the Provincial Government of Palawan’s commitment to the Palawan Plus Governance Framework of Governor Amy Roa Alvarez through CareGov — People-first Services, Governance that Delivers — by ensuring that development planning remains responsive to the actual needs of communities, and SynerGov — Smart Synergy for Stronger Local Governments — by strengthening collaboration, coordination, and alignment between the Province and municipalities toward inclusive and sustainable development for all Palaweños.

22/05/2026

Happy birthday Gov. Amy Roa Alvarez - Public Servant! 🎉

May your birthday be as warm and inspiring as the leadership and care you share with others. Your PPDO Family wishes you more reasons to smile, more blessings to share, and continued strength in all that you do for Palawan and its people.💚

04/05/2026

𝐏𝐏𝐃𝐎 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐎𝐃𝐁 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

In celebration of Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Month this May, the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO) was among the offices recognized for its outstanding performance in service delivery, having achieved a rating of 95% and above in its Client Satisfaction Measurement Report (CSMR).

Anchored on this year’s theme, “Achieving Results through Transparency and Accountability (ARTA): Towards a More Productive Bagong Pilipinas,” PPDO continues to play a vital role as the focal office for ARTA compliances in the province. The office leads the monitoring and consolidation of key requirements such as the Citizens’ Charter, Zero Backlog Certification, and CSMR, to ensure that provincial offices deliver efficient, transparent, and citizen-centered services.

During the flag-raising ceremony, Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator and Committee on Anti-Red Tape member EnP Sharlene D. Vilches highlighted the province’s continued commitment to the principles of ease of doing business. Under the leadership of Governor Amy R. Alvarez, she emphasized key initiatives, including the YAKAP Center, a one-stop public service hub that brings government services closer to the people by providing accessible assistance, information, and programs more efficiently.

She also highlighted the importance of digital transformation efforts in the province, including the expansion of digital connectivity and the continuous digitalization of government services to further enhance public service delivery.

The EODB Month is celebrated nationwide through various activities aimed at promoting transparency, accountability, and efficient public service delivery.

30/04/2026

It’s been a busy month, but before it ends, we’d like to greet our April celebrants a happy birthday! 🎉

30/04/2026

𝐏𝐃𝐂 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

The Provincial Development Council (PDC) of Palawan convened its 1st Semester Full Council Meeting on April 30, 2026 at the VJR Hall, Provincial Capitol, Puerto Princesa City, gathering key stakeholders to deliberate and advance priority development strategies and programs for the province.

The meeting was presided over by Governor Amy Roa Alvarez, with the PPDC, EnP Sharlene D. Vilches, serving as PDC Secretary, ensuring a coordinated and results-oriented discussion among council members.

Central to the meeting was the presentation, approval, and adoption of updated sectoral strategies, objectives, indicators, and priority programs and projects across the five major development sectors: Governance, Economic, Social, Environment, and Infrastructure.

The Council deliberated on key policy and investment measures, including the endorsement of the CY 2027 Annual Investment Program, the updated Provincial Development Investment Program (2026–2028), and the Provincial Results Matrices 2023–2030—strengthening the province’s strategic direction and aligning resources with long-term development goals.

Several resolutions were likewise taken up to support critical initiatives such as the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP) 2.0, the Forest and Landscape Restoration Plan (2025–2029), the PalengQR PH Plus Program, and the upgrading of the El Nido Water Supply System.

Through this meeting, the PDC reaffirmed its commitment to responsive, data-driven, and forward-looking governance—ensuring that plans, programs, and investments translate into inclusive and sustainable development outcomes for all Palaweños.

22/04/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐮𝐲𝐨 𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧

The Provincial Government of Palawan, through the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO), extended technical assistance to the Municipal Government of Cuyo in the updating of its Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP).

PPDO staff served as resource speakers during the three-day planning workshop held on April 20–22, 2026, at the Municipal Hall of Cuyo, Palawan. The activity brought together key stakeholders to strengthen local planning processes and align development priorities.

Key highlights of the workshop included the revisiting of existing plans and the review of the municipality’s vision, mission, and objectives. Participants were also introduced to Climate and Disaster Risk Assessment (CDRA) to enhance resilience-based planning. The sessions covered the identification of development issues and corresponding solutions, prioritization of programs, projects, and activities (PAPs), and the formulation of implementation mechanisms.

The initiative reflects the continued commitment of the PPDO to support local government units in strengthening evidence-based and participatory planning toward sustainable and resilient development.

📸LGU Cuyo

22/04/2026

𝐏𝐒𝐂 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚-𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧

The Provincial Statistics Committee (PSC) of Palawan successfully conducted its Second Quarterly Meeting on April 21, 2026 via Zoom, bringing together member agencies and stakeholders to strengthen coordination and enhance the province’s statistical systems.

Presided over by PSC Chairperson and Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator, EnP Sharlene D. Vilches, the meeting highlighted key initiatives aimed at improving data availability, accessibility, and utilization for evidence-based planning and decision-making.

Among the major agenda items discussed were the proposed endorsement of a Special Census in selected municipalities of Southern Palawan, the mainstreaming of Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) indicators into the PSC database, and the expansion of PSC membership to improve data sharing across institutions.

The Committee also reviewed updates on the 2025 Provincial Results Matrices, preparations for the Monthly Press Conference on Inflation, and support initiatives for the 37th National Statistics Month and the 30th Philippine Statistics Quiz.

In addition, member agencies presented their respective programs, plans, and activities, reinforcing inter-agency collaboration in advancing a more responsive and data-driven governance framework for Palawan.

The PSC remains committed to strengthening the provincial statistical system as a foundation for inclusive and sustainable development.

21/04/2026

𝐏𝐃𝐂 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩, 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐏𝐀𝐬

The Provincial Development Council (PDC) – Governance Sector Committee conducted the 2nd Leg of its Planning Workshop on April 20, 2026, via Zoom, as a continuation of its earlier session focused on refining sector strategies.

The activity was presided over by Ms. Ma. Isabel Guinto, Acting Provincial Budget Officer and Committee Co-Chairperson. Committee Chairperson Atty. Jefrie R. Sahagun joined the session and delivered his message, emphasizing the importance of aligning programs and investments with the Province’s governance priorities.

The activity was facilitated by the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO), headed by EnP Sharlene D. Vilches, Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator (PPDC), with Ms. Hervie C. Sabanal, Sector Coordinator, serving as Committee Secretary.

Building on the outputs of the first leg, the workshop focused on the presentation of proposed Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs) and other support initiatives for CY 2027. The Committee also reviewed the prioritization mechanics to guide the selection of interventions that are strategic, responsive, and aligned with the updated sector directions.

Participants engaged in a structured prioritization workshop, ensuring that identified PPAs are anchored on agreed sector objectives, targets, and strategies, while remaining responsive to emerging governance needs.

The activity concluded with the endorsement and approval of priority PPAs for inclusion in the Annual Investment Program (AIP) 2027 and the Local Development Investment Program (LDIP) 2026–2028, reinforcing the Province’s commitment to results-based planning and resource alignment .

The second leg of the workshop operationalizes the refined Governance Sector framework, translating strategic directions into concrete and implementable programs. It further strengthens the Province’s pursuit of adaptive, accountable, and forward-looking governance, anchored on convergence and shared responsibility among stakeholders.

16/04/2026

𝐏𝐃𝐂 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩

The Provincial Development Council (PDC) Infrastructure Sector Committee convened for a Sectoral Planning Workshop on April 14, 2026, at AKC Country Homes, Brgy. San Manuel, Puerto Princesa City. The session aimed to evaluate the current state of provincial infrastructure and update strategic targets to better serve the people of Palawan.

The activity was presided over by Engr. Aireen C. Laguisma, Provincial Engineer and Committee Chairperson, with Engr. Raymundo E. Oclarit II, Officer-In-Charge of the Provincial Equipment Pool Office, serving as Vice Chairperson. The Committee is composed of representatives from the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, provincial offices, national government agencies, and partner private sector and civil society organizations.

The workshop was facilitated by the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO) under the leadership of EnP Sharlene D. Vilches, Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator. Ar. Johnmer A. Santillan served as the Sector Coordinator, while Ms. Lorely Absalon provided technical guidance as the sector consultant.

The day began with the plenary session, which included the approval of the agenda, confirmation of the minutes of the previous meeting, and discussions on matters arising from earlier commitments. This ensured continuity in the sector’s planning process and provided a clear direction for the day’s activities.

A presentation of the Infrastructure Sector Situationer followed, where key trends, performance indicators, and emerging issues across the major infrastructure subsectors were discussed. This provided participants with an updated overview of the current development landscape and served as the basis for the workshop discussions.

Participants were then divided into four subsector groups: Seamless and Inclusive Connectivity, Water and Sanitation, Energy, and Support to Social Infrastructure. Each group was guided by designated facilitators, while representatives from key agencies were assigned as rotating members to encourage integrated and cross-sectoral discussions.

Using the situationer and other planning references, each group revisited the sector’s existing goals and worked on refining its objectives, targets, strategies, and indicators. Discussions focused on improving alignment with development priorities, strengthening service delivery, and enhancing linkages that support economic and social growth across the province.

In the afternoon, the groups presented their outputs for review and critique. This peer validation process allowed the participants to further refine their proposals and ensure consistency and coherence across all subsectors.

The workshop concluded with discussions on the next steps, including the submission and prioritization of project proposals and preparations for the continuation of plenary deliberations. The Committee is expected to finalize and adopt the revised Infrastructure Sector Objectives, Targets, Strategies, and Indicators, and endorse the FY 2027 Annual Investment Program (AIP) and the 2026–2028 Local Development Investment Program (LDIP) for submission to the Provincial Development Council.

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