Initial Environmental Examination

January 2018

PHI: Integrated Natural Resources and Environmental Management ProjectRehabilitation of Magsaysay Access Road in Talibon, Bohol

Prepared by Municipality of Talibon, Province of Bohol for the Asian Development Bank.

CURRENCY EQUIVALENTS (as of 30 November 2017 Year)

The date of the currency equivalents must be within 2 months from the date on the cover. Currency unit – peso (PhP)

PhP 1.00 = $ 0.01986

$1.00 = PhP 50.34

ABBREVIATIONS

ADB

BDC

BUB

CNC CSC

CSO

DED DENR

DILG

DSWD

ECA

ECC ECP

EHSM

EIA

EIS

EMB ESS

GAD IEE

INREMP

IP IROW

LGU

LPRAT

MDC

MPN NAAQ

NCB

NECA

NECP

NIA

NPCO

NRIMP NRM

OMC PAGASA

PDR PMIC

PPCO

Asian Development Bank

Barangay Development Council Bottom-Up Budgeting

Certificate of Non Coverage Construction Supervision Consultant Civil Society Organization

Detail Engineering Design Department Of Environment And Natural Resources

Department of Interior and Local Government Department of Social Welfare and Development Environmentally Critical Area

Environmental Compliance Certificate Environmentally Critical Project Environmental Health And Safety Manager Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Impact Statement Environmental Management Bureau Environmental Safeguards Specialist Gender And Development Initial Environmental Examination

Integrated Natural Resources and Environment Management Project Indigenous People Infrastructure Right Of Way

Local Government Unit Local Poverty Reduction Action Team

Municipal Development Council Most Probable Number National Ambient Air Quality Guidelines

National Competitive Bidding

Non Environmental Critical Area

Non Environmental Critical Project National Irrigation Administration

National Project Coordinating Office

National Road Improvement And Management Program Natural Resources Management Overhead, Contingencies And Miscellaneous And Contractor’s

Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services

Administration

Project Description Report Project Management Implementation Consultant Provincial Project Management Offices

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PMO

PMU POs

PRECIS

PSA

PWD

RC RCPC

RPCO

REA

ROW

SB SBD

SEMS

SPMU

SPS SSS

TA

TDS TOR

TSP

WMA

WMPCO

Project Management Office

Project Management Unit Peoples’ Organizations

Providing Regional Climates for Impact Studies

Philippine Statistics Authority

Persons With Disability

Reinforced Concrete Reinforced Concrete Pipe Culvert Regional Project Coordinating Offices

Rapid Environmental Assessment Right Of Way

Sangguniang Bayan Standard Bidding Document Social And Environmental Management Systems

Sub-Project Management Unit Safeguard Policy Statement Social Safeguards Specialist Technical Assistance

Total Dissolved Solids Terms Of Reference

Total Suspended Particulates

Watershed Management Area

Watershed Management And Project Coordination Offices

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WEIGHTS AND MEASURES

˚C – degree centigrade

ha – hectare

km – kilometer m – meter

m asl – meter above sea level mm – millimeter

mg/L – milligram per liter mg/Nm3 – milligram per normal cubic meter

ppt – parts per thousand

μg/Nm3 – microgram per normal cubic meter

µS/cm – microSiemens/cm

% – percent

NOTE

In this report, "$" refers to US dollars unless otherwise stated.

This initial environmental examination is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature.

In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ............................................................................................... 1 II. POLICY, LEGAL, AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK ........................................... 2 A. Environmental Clearance Requirements ........................................................................ 2 1. Government Environmental Laws, Regulations and Guidelines .................................. 2 2. ADB Environmental Assessment Requirements ......................................................... 5 III. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT ............................................................................... 6 A. Overview ........................................................................................................................ 6 B. Project Location ............................................................................................................. 6 C. Project Rationale ............................................................................................................ 7 D. Project Development Plan .............................................................................................. 8

1. Project Components ................................................................................................... 8 2. Description of the Project Phases ............................................................................. 10

E. Manpower Requirements ............................................................................................. 10 F. Project Cost ................................................................................................................. 11 G. Project Duration and Schedule ..................................................................................... 12 IV. DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT .................................................................... 12

A. Elevation and Slope ..................................................................................................... 13 B. Geology ....................................................................................................................... 14 C. Soils ............................................................................................................................. 15 D. Water Quality ............................................................................................................... 16 E. Land Classification ....................................................................................................... 17 F. Land Cover and Land Use ........................................................................................... 17 G. Climate ........................................................................................................................ 18

1. Baseline Climate ...................................................................................................... 18 2. Climate Scenario for Bohol in 2020 and 2050 ........................................................... 20

H. Hydrology..................................................................................................................... 22 I. Natural Hazards ........................................................................................................... 22 J. Biological Environment ................................................................................................. 23

1. Flora ......................................................................................................................... 23 2. Fauna ....................................................................................................................... 24

K. Socio-Economic Conditions ......................................................................................... 24 1. Population ................................................................................................................ 24

2. Population by Age Distribution and Sex .................................................................... 25 3. Indigenous Peoples and People’s Organization ........................................................ 25

4. Education ................................................................................................................. 25 5. Health and Sanitation ............................................................................................... 26 6. Housing .................................................................................................................... 26 7. Income and Expenditure ........................................................................................... 26 8. Agriculture Area ........................................................................................................ 27 9. Commerce and Industry ........................................................................................... 27 10. Electricity .............................................................................................................. 27 11. Communication ..................................................................................................... 28 12. Road and Transportation ...................................................................................... 28

V. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES .......... 29 A. Pre-Construction .......................................................................................................... 31 1. Confirmation of no required resettlement, relocations, and compensation ................ 31 2. Identification and prioritization of road section where re-gravelling will be done ........ 31 3. Preparation of detailed engineering designs and programs of work .......................... 31

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4. Recruitment of workers ............................................................................................. 31 B. Construction ................................................................................................................. 32

1. Construction materials acquisition, transport access, and storage system ................ 32 2. Clearing and removal of obstructions ....................................................................... 32 3. Soil erosion .............................................................................................................. 32 4. Ground surface leveling and gravelling of existing road ............................................ 32 5. Civil works (Concrete Pavement).............................................................................. 33 6. Implementation of noise and dust control measure ................................................... 33 7. Dust and noise from borrow pits ............................................................................... 33 8. Implementation of spoil management and control measure ...................................... 33 9. Solid and liquid construction waste management system ......................................... 33 10. Water quality ......................................................................................................... 34

11.Construction of drainage system ........................................................................... 34 12.Workers health, safety and hygiene ...................................................................... 34 13.Traffic safety and management ............................................................................. 35 14.Ecological environment (Flora and Fauna) ............................................................ 35

15. Damaged to properties ......................................................................................... 35 16. Concrete washout ................................................................................................. 35

17.Use of hazardous wastes ...................................................................................... 35 18. Public safety ......................................................................................................... 36

C. Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Phase................................................................... 36 1. Operation of upgraded access road .......................................................................... 36

VI. INFORMATION DISCLOSURE, CONSULTATION, AND PARTICIPATION ................ 36 A. Stakeholder Consultations ........................................................................................... 36 B. Information Disclosure ................................................................................................. 39 VII. GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISM ....................................................................... 39 VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN ................................................................. 41

A. Implementation Arrangements ..................................................................................... 41 B. Environmental Mitigation .............................................................................................. 43 C. Environmental Monitoring ............................................................................................ 53 IX. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION ................................................................. 55

A. Conclusion ................................................................................................................... 55 B. Recommendation ......................................................................................................... 56

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1: Location of the Proposed Rehabilitation of the Access Roads in Talibon ................... 7

Figure 2: Location Map of the Danao Watershed ................................................................................ 13

Figure 3: Elevation Map of the Danao Watershed .............................................................................. 14

Figure 5: Geology Map of the Danao Watershed ................................................................................ 15

Figure 7: Land Classification Map of Brgy. Magsaysay ..................................................................... 17 Figure 8: Land Use Map of Talibon, Bohol ............................................................................................ 18

Figure 9: Tropical Cyclone Tracks from 1944 - 2013 ......................................................................... 20

Figure 10: Projected monthly rainfall change under Medium-range Emission Scenario (A1B) in Tagbilaran City, Bohol.......................................................................................................... 21

Figure 11: Projected Change in Monthly Average Mean Temperature (°C) under Medium- range Emission Scenario (A1B) Tagbilaran City, Bohol ................................................ 22

Figure 12: Distribution of Watersheds in Bohol Province ................................................................ 23

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1: Summary List of ECP Types and ECA Categories .............................................................. 3 Table 2: Revised Guidelines for Coverage Screening and Standardized Requirements ......... 4

Table 3. Breakdown of Estimated Expenditures .................................................................................. 11

Table 4: Implementation Schedule ......................................................................................................... 12 Table 5: Monthly Mean Rainfall Based on Tagbilaran Weather Station (2004 - 2010). ......... 19

Table 6: Common Recorded Birds in Danao Watershed .................................................................. 24

Table 7. Population Density of Magsaysay ........................................................................................... 24

Table 8. Population By Age Distribution And Sex, Year 2015 ......................................................... 25

Table 9. School Participation rate by age group and sex ................................................................. 26 Table 10. Total Revenues and Expenditures in Municipality of Talibon ....................................... 27

Table 11. Potential environmental impacts of proposed access road rehabilitation................ 30 Table 12. Summary of Stakeholder Views of the Road Rehabilitation in Talibon. ................... 37

Table 13. Responsibilities for EMP Implementation ........................................................................... 41

Table 14: Environmental Impact Mitigation Plan ................................................................................. 44 Table 15. Environmental Monitoring Plan .............................................................................................. 54

LIST OF APPENDIXES

Appendix 1. Stakeholder Consultations (Minutes, Photos, Attendance) ...................................... 57

Appendix 2. Grievance Intake Form ........................................................................................................ 62

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I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. This Initial Environmental Examination has been prepared for the Rehabilitation of Magsaysay Access Road. The proposed sub-project is located at Barangay Magsaysay (Centro- Sitio Katipunan). It has a total length of 1,300.00 m (1.30 km), and a width of 6.00 meters (RROW), 4.00 meters (carriage way), and road shoulders of 1.00 m. The main proponent of the project is the Local Government Unit of Talibon, Bohol assisted by Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Integrated Natural Resources and Environmental Management Project. The project implementation will be co-managed by the Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator and the Municipal Engineer.

2. The general objective of the proposed concreting of Magsaysay Access Road is the provision of all-year-round easy and affordable access thereby improving the prompt delivery of basic services, increasing economic opportunities and conditions and uplifting the quality of life of the inhabitants. The proposed access road will support the NRM project activities of the barangay folks. To ensure accessibility of communities of basic social services delivery, repair and maintenance of roads, construction of road and drainage systems are among the infrastructure concerns identified by the people in the barangay and specifically expressed in their Barangay Development Plans (BDP) for specific funding assistance by the local government unit.

3. The Sub-project has been categorized by ADB as Environment Category B and this IEE was prepared consistent with the environmental assessment requirements of ADB’s Safeguard Policy Statement of 2009. The IEE was carried out through screening and analysis of various environmental parameters, field investigations, stakeholder consultations, and review of other road project reports in the Philippines. The IEE covers the general environmental profile of Talibon rural infrastructure sub-project and includes an assessment of the potential environmental impacts during different sub-project phases and formulation of corresponding mitigation measures. The IEE was prepared by the LGU of Talibon with the cooperation of RPCO, PMU, WMCO and POs. 4. The estimated total sub-project cost is PhP 8,288,000.00. Following the agreed financing mix of the sub-project, 80% of the total sub-project cost or equivalent to Php6,630,400.00 to be funded by INREMP and the remaining 20%, will be borne by the proponent LGU (Talibon) as equity counterpart which has been appropriated by the Sangguniang Bayan (SB) from the LGU’s 20% Local Development Fund in the amount of Php1,657,600.00. 5. None of the sub-project roads are located near or within ecologically sensitive areas. 6. The IEE, based on the screening of baseline environment and review of proposed civil works, has not identified any major environmental concerns due to proposed rehabilitation of Magsaysay Access Road given that all the proposed civil works are only asset preservation of existing roadway and are located within existing right of way. There will only be localized short-term impacts during construction activities due to implementation of civil works that will be addressed in the detailed design and through implementation of the mitigation and monitoring measures specified in the environmental management plan.

7. The IEE process included stakeholder participation and consultation to help LGUs achieve public acceptance of the Sub-project. A series of consultations with its influenced barangay (Magsaysay) of the local government of Talibon confirmed that the rehabilitation of the said road is essential for economic development.

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8. A grievance redress mechanism will be established by the LGU of Talibon prior to commencement of site works to ensure that complaints of affected persons and other stakeholders regarding the project’s environmental performance are promptly addressed. 9. The IEE includes an environmental management plan which details the mitigation measures, environmental monitoring activities, institutional responsibilities, and environmental management capacity building. The LGU through its Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator and the Municipal Engineer will ensure that relevant EMP provisions are included in bid and contract documents for detailed design, project supervision and civil works. During construction, they will closely conduct monitoring the contractor’s environmental performance and over-all EMP implementation. Semi-annual environmental monitoring reports will be submitted by LGU to ADB and such reports will be posted on ADB’s website for public disclosure.

10. The major positive impact of the project will be economic and better accessibility. The sub-project will directly benefit people located within the two barangays providing improved access and economic development. The sub-project would also support the INREMP program objectives to address unsustainable watershed management specifically in the Wahig-Inabanga Uppper River Basin. The RI subproject is one of the most needed interventions and remedial measures to address watershed degradation and will support the livelihood improvements of the inhabitants, thus bring a magnitude of socio-economic benefits for poverty reduction.

11. This Sub-project will have an overall beneficial impact and will have minor negative impacts that will be carefully monitored and adequately mitigated through the implementation of the EMP.

II. POLICY, LEGAL, AND ADMINISTRATIVE FRAMEWORK

A.Environmental Clearance Requirements

1. Government Environmental Laws, Regulations and Guidelines

12. According to the EMB Memorandum Circular 005 - 2014, the environmental category of a project is decided based on the type of the project (whether it falls into ‘Environmental Critical Project’, ECP type), location of the project (whether it falls into ‘Environmental Critical Areas’, ECA category), and size of the project. A summary list of ECPs and ECA categories are presented in Table 1.

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Table 1: Summary List of ECP Types and ECA Categories

A. List of ECPs As declared by Proclamation No. 2146 (1981)

1. Heavy Industries – Non-ferrous Metal Industries, Iron and Steel Mills, Petroleum and Petro-chemical Industries including Oil and Gas, Smelting Plants

2. Resource Extractive Industries – Major Mining and Quarrying Projects, Forestry Projects (logging, major wood processing projects, introduction of fauna (exotic animals) in public and private forests, forest occupancy, extraction of mangrove products, grazing), Fishery Projects (dikes for/ and fishpond development projects)

3. Infrastructure Projects – Major Dams, Major Power Plants (fossil-fueled, nuclear fueled, hydroelectric or geothermal), Major Reclamation Projects, Major Roads and Bridges

4. All golf course projects B. List of ECA Categories - As declared by Proclamation No. 2146 (1981)

1. All areas declared by law as national parks, watershed reserves, wildlife preserves, sanctuaries

2. Areas set aside as aesthetic potential tourist spots 3. Areas which constitute the habitat of any endangered or threatened species of

Philippine wildlife (flora and fauna) 4. Areas of unique historic, archaeological, or scientific interests 5. Areas which are traditionally occupied by cultural communities or tribes 6. Areas frequently visited and/or hard-hit by natural calamities (geologic hazards, floods,

typhoons, volcanic activity, etc.) 7. Areas with critical slopes 8. Areas classified as prime agricultural lands 9. Recharged areas of aquifers

10. Water bodies characterized by one or any combination of the following conditions: tapped for domestic purposes; within the controlled and/or protected areas declared by appropriate authorities; which support wildlife and fishery activities

11. Mangrove areas characterized by one or any combination of the following conditions: with primary pristine and dense young growth; adjoining mouth of major river systems; near or adjacent to traditional productive fry or fishing grounds; areas which act as natural buffers against shore erosion, strong winds and storm floods; areas on which people are dependent for their livelihood.

12. Coral reefs characterized by one or any combination of the following conditions: With 50% and above live coralline cover; Spawning and nursery grounds for fish; Act as natural breakwater of coastlines

13. Based on their type, size and location the projects have been classified into 3 major groups:

• Group I (ECPs): ECPs in either ECAs or NECAs – Environmentally Critical Projects in

either Environmentally Critical Areas or Non-Environmentally Critical Areas. These

projects require the proponent to submit ‘Environmental Impact Statement’ report to

secure ‘Environmental Compliance Certificate’ from DENR’s Environment Management Bureau (EMB). Table 2 gives the size of the road and bridge projects that fall in to Group 1.

• Group II (NECPs): NECPS in ECAs – Non Environmentally Critical Projects in Environmentally Critical Areas. These projects require proponent to submit either ‘Initial Environmental Examination’ Report or ‘Project Description Report ‘ based on the size of the project (see Table 2) to secure either ECC or ‘Certificate of Non Coverage’.

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• Group III (Non Covered Projects): NECPs in NECS – Non Environmentally Critical

Projects in Non Environmentally Critical Areas. PDR required to be submitted for Enhancement Mitigation Projects for confirmation of benign nature of proposed activity, and CNC is required to be secured. All other projects shall be at the option of the proponent to prepare a PDR as a basis for CNC, should the proponent opt to secure one.

Table 2: Revised Guidelines for Coverage Screening and Standardized Requirements

Covered (Required to secure ECC) Not covered

(may secure CNC)

Projects within the Project size

CATEGORY A: ECP CATEGORY B: Non-ECP CATEGORY D

INREMP Menu of parameters /

Project

Subprojects Remarks

EIS EIS IEE Checklist Description (Part I

only)

3.1Dams, Water

Supply and Flood

Control Project

3.1.1DAMS >5 hectares

but Reservoir

(including those for

<25 hectares flooded/inun

irrigation, flood ≤5 hectares

≥ 25 hectares OR OR dated area

control, water source AND NONE

≥ 20 million m3 >5 million m3 or/and water

and hydropower ≤5 million m3

projects) including but storage

<20 million capacity

run-of-river type

m3

3.1.2Irrigation ≥1,000 >300 but

hectares

projects (distribution NONE <1,000 ≤300 hectares Service area

(service

system only) hectares

area)

With water

source (e.g.

infiltration

gallery, etc.)

3.1.3 Water Supply and water

Level III Level II / Level I

treatment

Projects (without NONE (Distribution Water refilling

facilities

dam) system only) station

including

desalination,

reverse

osmosis

(RO)

3.4 Roads and

Bridges

>50% >50%

increase in

increase in

capacity (or in

capacity (or

terms of

in terms of

length/width) >50% increase in

length/width)

3.4.2 Roads, AND capacity (or in

AND

widening, >2km but terms of

NONE ≥20km,

rehabilitation and/or <20km, length/width) BUT ≤

(length with

improvement (length with 2km increase in

no critical

no critical length

slope) OR

slope) OR

≥10km

≥10km (length

(length with

with critical

critical slope)

slope)

3.4.3 Bridges and ≤50m

Regardless of

viaducts (including ≥5km but >50m but

≥10km length for

elevated roads), new <10km <5km

footbridges or for

construction

pedestrian only

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Covered (Required to secure ECC)

Not covered

(may secure CNC)

Projects within the Project size

CATEGORY A: ECP CATEGORY B: Non-ECP CATEGORY D

INREMP Menu of parameters /

Project

Subprojects Remarks

EIS EIS IEE Checklist Description (Part I

only)

>50%

3.4.4 Bridges and ≥50% increase in ≤50% increase in

increase in capacity (or in capacity (or in

viaducts (including

capacity (or terms terms of

elevated roads), NONE

in terms of length/width) length/width) but

rehabilitation and/or

length/width) but <total ≤2km increase in

improvement

OR ≥10km length of length

10km

3.6 Buildings

including

Housing, Storage

facilities and

Other Structures

Total/gross

3.6.2 Storage floor area

>1 hectare

including

facilities with no

NONE ≥ 5 hectare but ≤ 1 hectare parking,

hazardous or toxic

<5 hectare open space

materials.

and other

areas

14. Given that the subproject is rehabilitation of Magsaysay access road with no more than 50% increase in capacity, a Certificate of Non-Coverage (CNC) was applied for by the LGU and was issued by with the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) on September 19, 2017.

2.ADB Environmental Assessment Requirements 15. According to ADB guidelines, the process of determining a project’s environment

category is to prepare a Rapid Environmental Assessment screening checklist, taking into

account the type, size, and location of the proposed project. Based on ADB’s Safeguard Policy

Statement 2009 (SPS 2009), a project is classified as one of the four (4) environmental categories (A, B, C or FI) as follows:

• Category A: Projects with potential for significant adverse environmental impacts that are irreversible, diverse or unprecedented. These impacts may affect an area larger than the sites or facilities subject to physical works. An environmental impact assessment is required.

• Category B: Projects judged to have some adverse environmental impacts, but of

lesser degree and/or significance than those for category A projects. Impacts are site-specific, few if any of them are irreversible, and in most cases mitigation measures can be designed more readily than for Category A projects. An initial environmental examination (IEE) is required.

• Category C: Projects likely to have minimal or no adverse environmental impacts. No

environmental assessment is required although environmental implications are still reviewed.

• Category FI: Projects are classified as category FI if they involve investment of funds to

or through a financial intermediary. Where the FI’s investment have minimal or no

adverse environmental risks. The FI project will be treated as Category C. All other FI’s

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must establish and maintain an environmental and social management system and must

comply with the environmental safeguards requirements specified in SPS 2009 if the FI’s

subprojects have the potential for significant adverse environmental impacts.

16. According to Philippines environmental guidelines, the Project or Sub-project can be considered as either under Group II or III while ADB has categorized the Project as environment Category B. Hence, this IEE has been prepared to meet the requirements of both the ADB and the government. Upon ADB’s receipt of the final IEE from the proponent, this will be publicly disclosed through posting on ADB’s website.

III. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT

A. Overview

17. The general objective of the Rehabilitation of Magsaysay Access Road, is the provision of all-weather, convenient and affordable access thereby improving the prompt delivery of basic services, increasing economic opportunities and conditions and uplift the quality of life of the inhabitants, especially the village people of the legitimate People’s Organization (PO).The proposed access roads will support the Natural Resources Management (NRM) project activities of the PO.

18. To ensure accessibility of communities of basic social services delivery, repair and maintenance of roads, spillways and drainage systems are among the infrastructure concerns identified by the community and specifically expressed in their Barangay Development Plans for specific funding assistance by the local government unit.

19. The data on land use distribution obtained from the Municipal Planning and Development Office (MPDO) of Talibon, shows that agriculture is occupying the biggest area followed by timberland including production and protection forest and other land uses include residential, infrastructure and utilities, commercial, industrial and about 70 hectares for special uses such as dump site and cemetery, among others. Magsaysay is within the forestland with an elevation ranging from 100-200 meters above sea level.

B. Project Location

20. Talibon is a coastal municipality that lies in the northwest side of the island Province of

Bohol in the Central Visayas. It is bounded on the East by the municipality of Bien Unido, on the

South by the municipality of Trinidad, in the North by Camotes Sea and West by the Municipality

of Getafe. Specifically, it is located within 10°1’46.45” to 10°10’24.69” north latitude 124°13’9.20”

to 124°20’31.42” east longitude and. Talibon is composed of barangays categorized into three

(3) groups namely: The Island Group consisting of eight (8) barangays, the Coastal Group with

eleven (11) barangays, and the Inland Group with six (6) barangays.

21. The project site is located in barangay Magsaysay, one of the farthest inland barangays of Talibon. It is approximately 18 kilometers away from the business center of Talibon, Bohol near to the political boundaries of the towns of Trinidad, Danao, Getafe and Buenavista, which are all within the Danao Watershed. Barangay Magsaysay is subdivided into eight (8) Sitios, namely: Centro, Buntod, Katipunan, Santo Niño, Speransa, Catong,

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Lunas, and Catipunan. Magsaysay has a total area of 2,752.96 hectares wherein majority is classified as forest lands. The location of the project is shown in Figure 1.

22. Based on the environmental characterization of the project site done during the field reconnaissance survey, the project was not located in an environmentally critical area and the field data were supplemented with secondary information gathered from the DENR Regional Office and CENRO and other relevant data such as watershed management plan, environmental reports and feasibility studies undertaken by national and local agencies.

Figure 1: Location of the Proposed Rehabilitation of the Access Roads in Talibon

C. Project Rationale

23. The existing road in Barangay Magsaysay was previously constructed through the Central Visayas Regional Project (CVRP) II in 1989. It was recommended for inclusion in the barangay maintenance project of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), but did not materialize due to lack of support from the barangay officials. This access road, with a total length of 1.3 kilometers, is identified and validated as a sub-project for INREMP fund support under Component 2. The access road traverses the forestland in Barangay Magsaysay. The access road is currently in its worst condition and require the immediate rehabilitation through concrete paving of road sections to make it an all-weather road passable by most types of vehicles. Though the municipality of Talibon and the Barangay LGU have an allocation for road maintenance, it is very limited and is not sufficient for road maintenance to make it passable during rainy season.

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24. The main livelihood of the community within the influenced barangay is farming. However, these activities are very much affected by the poor condition of the road. During rainy season, the road becomes muddy and hardly passable. Based on the data above, health is an issue and they need access to more additional health services. The transport condition also makes the fare rates high so people tend to get their basic needs from unscrupulous businessmen or middlemen engaged in trading in the area. Also, quality of farm produce transported to the main market will be low if the road is rough. The lack of access also deprives them of the ability to take advantage of job opportunities.

25. During a series of consultations with the municipal and barangay officials, the major problem identified by the community was the poor access road. The farmers were forced to sell their agricultural products to the traders who came into the area at low price they dictate to the farmers and deal with higher cost of transportation and hauling if they sell them to the market.

26. There will be many opportunities that this rehabilitated access road will bring, foremost of

which will be the ease of access. There will be additional income to the farmers brought by less

time in transporting their produce and finish products, the increase of enrolment of high school

students from the concerned barangays, the decrease of maternal and infant mortality rate due to

the increase of frequency of health personnel going to the area, and the decrease of

transportation fare rates due to the reduction of vehicular operating cost. Other potential

livelihoods that will emerge are backyard poultry and/or piggery, commercial high value crops

and support tourism related activities to neighboring barangays. Farmer’s produce (corn, rice,

root crops and vegetables), including coconut production, will surely increase because the

production area will be maximized due to easy access of production inputs.

27. Direct employment during the construction will increase. Labor, skilled and unskilled, will be from Brgy. Magsaysay and women can also be employed. It may address some of the poverty situation as it decreases costs and prices and enhances trade and employment opportunities. Transportation indirectly alleviates poverty. The lack of access deprives them of the ability to take advantage of job opportunities and even of very basic social services. Reliable access to schools and health services for the poor contributes directly to their accumulation of human capital, which is a key factor in sustainable poverty alleviation in as much as jobs and basic social services are relatively highly valued by the poor. Thus, improvements in road transport, public or private, would have powerful positive effects on the poorer parts of the population.

D. Project Development Plan

1. Project Components 28. The scope of work for the sub-project is composed of four (4) major components as follows:

1. 650 linear meters clearing and grubbing (Item 100) from Station 0+650-1+300. 2. Concreting Works from station 0+000-1+300 (Item 311) with a total length of

1.30 km with a thickness of 0.15 meters. 3. 650.00 linear meters aggregates base course application from station 0+650-

1+300 (Item 201) prior for concreting with thickness of 0.15 meters including road shoulders of 1 meter.

4. Provision of slope protection (riprap) will be made of stone masonry and has total length of 35 linear meters both sides (From Station 1+090-1+125).

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29. The existing gravel road has significant defects and requires resurfacing, reshaping, concreting and slope protection to make it an all-weather road passable by most types of vehicles. The sub-project is located at Purok 1 to Purok 4 of Barangay Magsaysay. The condition of the area is flat to rolling terrain. Station 0+000 (starting point) will connect to the existing concrete pavement funded by KALAHI-CIDSS. It has a total length of 1,300.00 km (1.30 km), and a width of 6.00 meters (RROW), 4.00 meters (carriage way), and road shoulders of 1.00 m.

30. The placing of aggregates base course and pouring of concrete shall conform to the requirement and standards during the construction date to achieve road level and stability. The total project cost is about Php 8,288,000.00 with Php1,657,600.00 local counterpart and Php6,630,400.00 grants by INREMP.

31. The following are the major technical specifications of the project:

Clearing and Grubbing (Item 100). All surface objects and bushes and other protruding obstructions, not designated to remain, shall be cleared and/or grubbed, including mowing as required. No trees will be cut during the implementation of the subproject.

Application of Aggregates Base Course (Item 201). This Item shall consist of

furnishing, placing and compacting an aggregates base course on a prepared sub grade/sub base in accordance with the specifications and the lines, grades, thickness

and typical cross-sections shown in the plans, or as established by the Engineer.

Portland Cement Concrete Pavement (Item 311). This Item shall consist of pavement of Portland Cement Concrete, with or without reinforcement, constructed on the prepared base in accordance with the specifications and in conformity with lines, grades, thickness and typical cross-section show in the plans.

Grouted Riprap (Item 505). This Item shall consist of the furnishing and placing of rip-rap with or without grout as the case may be, with or without filter backing, furnished and constructed in accordance with this specifications, lines and grades and dimensions shown in the plans.

32. The sub-project cost as estimated has the total amount of Php8,288,000.00, which includes the direct cost of material, labor and equipment, indirect cost and taxes. The direct cost amounts to Php6,222,120.00. The overhead, contingencies and miscellaneous (OCM) and contractor’s profit will be 9% and 8% respectively of the direct cost.

33. The rehabilitation of the access road will benefit primarily the farmers and families living in Barangay Magsaysay. As the only existing road in the area, farmers bring their produce to the market and getting their farm inputs from Poblacion are traveling this access road on a regular basis.

34. The implementation arrangement for this RI sub-project as per Project Agreements and current related laws, is the responsibility of LGUs. These include investment and post investment phases, as well as institutional and capacity building.

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2. Description of the Project Phases

a. Pre-Construction Phase/Pre-Development Phase 35. The pre-construction phase involves the social preparation (to include organizational strengthening, planning, identification and prioritization of community needs) of the community for the entry of the project to the site, conduct of pre-engineering activities covering detailed survey works to determine alignment of roads and canal systems, preparation of the detailed engineering plans and programs of work, recruitment of work force and initial sourcing and procurement of construction materials. These activities will be conducted by the proponent technical staff, partner line agencies, NGO service providers, community beneficiaries especially the Peoples’ organizations and contractors.

b. Construction/Development Phase 36. The construction phase involves the mobilization of construction equipment, construction workers and materials to the specific project site after which the longer period of actual construction work will commence. The construction phase will end with the demobilization of construction equipment, workers and other construction paraphernalia from the construction site. Majority of these activities will be undertaken by the contractor and community residents under the close supervision of the Sub-Project Management Unit.

c. Operation Phase and Maintenance Phase 37. The operation and maintenance phase involves the actual maintenance of the rehabilitated access road during its expected economic life. This will involve the designation a spoils storage area of at least 25 meters away from water bodies for proper disposal of excavated materials, wetting areas of dust sources along vehicle route, and regular removal of debris, logs and other materials along drainage canals.

d. Abandonment Phase 38. This phase is included in the project demobilization. The proponent does not intend to abandon any facilities and unserviceable equipment used during construction. The project location will not be abandoned in disorderly condition but instead restored for functional use. Following the completion of the construction, the proponent will dismantle temporary shelters and the construction yard including unserviceable vehicles and equipment.

39. Wastes arising from the abandonment are expected to be minimal. These wastes could include small volumes of left over sand and gravel, re-bars and other steel materials (i.e., nails and welding roads) and lumber.

E. Manpower Requirements

40. Construction activities will require hiring of skilled and unskilled manpower. It is assumed that some skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled manpower will be available in the area. Skilled manpower not available in the locality may be sourced from other nearby localities. Technical manpower will be a complementation of specialists to be provided by locally known engineering firms.

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41. During the construction phase, a workforce consisting of contractual and regular laborers will be employed to carry out the construction of the proposed project.

42. The Contractor shall employ qualified and sufficient staff to carry out inspections, testing and monitoring for the project.

F. Project Cost

43. The sub-project cost as estimated has the total amount of Php8,288,000.00, which includes the direct cost of material, labor and equipment, indirect cost and taxes. The direct cost amounts to Php6,222,120.00. The overhead, contingencies and miscellaneous (OCM) and contractor’s profit will be 9% and 8% respectively of the direct cost.

44. Following the agreed financing mix of the subproject, 80% of the total Subproject Cost as presented will be covered by the Project and the remaining 20% will be borne by the proponent LGU-Talibon as equity counterpart which will be appropriated by the Sangguniang Bayan (SB) from the Municipal Development Fund. The amount of equity counterpart based from the presented subproject cost above, is Php1,657,600.00 45. The Breakdown of cost estimates is presented in Table 3.

Table 3. Breakdown of Estimated Expenditures

BREAKDOWN OF ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES % OF TOTAL AMOUNT ESTIMATED COST:

A. DIRECT COST:

1. Mobilization/Demobilization 1.00% 82,880.00 2. Materials 62.38% 5,207,290.00 2.1. Supply/Delivery

2.2. Testing of Materials

3. Labor (including Fringe Benefits) 1.89% 156,450.00 4. Equipment Expenses 9.36% 775,500.00 SUB-TOTAL: 75.07% 6,222,120.00 1. Overhead, Contingency, Miscellaneous (9% of A1 to A4) 6.67% 552,531.60 2. Profit (8% of A1 to A4) 5.93% 491,139.20 3. Comprehensive All- Risk Insurance (1.5% of A1 to A4)

4. Contractor’s Tax (12% net of A) 10.40% 861,962.24 SUB-TOTAL: 22.99% 1,905,633.04 ESTIMATED GOVERNMENT EXPENDITURES

1.Engineering and Administrative Overhead (2% of A1 to A4) 1.93% 160,246.97 2. ROW/ Site Acquisition

3. Materials to be furnished by the Government

SUB-TOTAL: 1.93% 160,246.97 CONTINGENCIES/RESERVES

1. Physical (up to 5% of the Estimated Contract Cost)

Price Escalation (up to 12% of the Estimated Contract Cost)

TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: 100.00% 8,288,000.00 SAY: 8,288,000.00

46. The source of fund for the project will come from National Government and Local Government Unit with a cost sharing of 80% and 20%, respectively. 47. The LGU of Talibon has the capacity to provide counterpart for INREMP RI.

48. Aside from the equity counterpart provided by the LGU of Talibon for the subproject, they

also allocated some amount intended for the preparation of the project such as seminars,

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preparation of feasibility study (or subproject proposal document) and detailed engineering, survey of the project site and some evaluation by the personnel from different sectors who are involved in the implementation of the subproject.

G. Project Duration and Schedule

49. After the provision of technical assistance provided by the National Project Coordinating Office (NPCO) in October 2016, the LGU-SPMU started the finalization and completion of the “full blown” proposal or the Subproject Proposal Document (SPD). The completed SPD will be submitted to NPCO for review and concurrence. When found substantial enough, it will be endorsed to the PPMC for the request of approval which will be in December 2016. During these stages, the DED is simultaneously being prepared by the LGU Engineering Unit and is expected to be final and complete at the time of the approval by the PPMC. The DED shall then be translated into a Bidding Document once the SPD is approved by the council. Procurement period should take three months to comply with the ADB Procurement Guidelines, thus the Subproject is expected to be awarded on the month of November 2017. Construction as indicated in the prepared Bar Chart of Construction Schedule will take six months if with no delay or approximately one year to include anticipated rainfalls.

50. The 180 construction calendar days may start on February 2018 and should target to end on July 2018. After the target completion of construction works, the LGU will prepare the completion documents until August 2018 and the turn-over ceremonies shall also take place at the same time. Finally, maintenance and sustainability activities will be performed on September 2018 which will include the adaptation of the required MOA for maintenance of the facility and sustainability training which will be provided by the NPCO.

Table 4: Implementation Schedule PROJECT: CONCRETING OF MAGSAYSAY ACCESS ROAD

LOCATION: Magsaysay, Talibon, Bohol

C O N S T R U C T I O N S C H E D U L E

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. UNIT UNIT COST AMOUNT % WT. FIRST MONTH SECOND MONTH THIRD MONTH FOURTH MONTH

W1 W2 W3 W4 W1 W2 W3 W4 W1 W2 W3 W4 W1 W2 W3 W4

I MOBILIZATION / DEMOBILIZATION 1.00 LOT 82,880.00 82,880.00 1.02

II

CLEARING AND GRUBBING 3,900.00 SQ.M.

14.67

57,198.96 0.70

III

AGGREGATES BASE COURSE PREPARATION - ITEM 201 585.00 CU.M.

1,197.28

700,408.80 8.62

IV

PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT - ITEM 311 5,200.00 SQ.M.

1,263.15

6,568,386.55 80.81

V

GROUTED RIPRAP 70.00 LM

10,269.70

718,878.72 8.84

T O T A L : 8,127,753.03 100.00

% PROGRESS (PLANNED)

PERIODIC 2.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 6.00 8.00 8.00 12.00 12.00 8.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 2.00 1.50 1.50

CUMMULATIVE 2.00 3.00 4.00 6.00 12.00 20.00 28.00 40.00 52.00 60.00 70.00 85.00 95.00 97.00 98.50 100.00

PHYSICAL

PERIODIC

% PROGRESS (ACTUAL)

CUMMULATIVE

% PROGRESS (PLANNED)

PERIODIC

CUMMULATIVE

FINANCIAL

% PROGRESS (ACTUAL)

PERIODIC

CUMMULATIVE

IV. DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

51. Danao watershed is one of the four watersheds of Wahig-Inabanga River Basin (Figure

2). It covers a total area of 13,402 hectares or 21.34 % of the URB and 3.25% of the province

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of Bohol’s total land area. It is located in the northern part of the province encompassing the

rolling to hilly areas of the municipality of Danao with 30 barangays, as well as portions of the

municipalities of Buenavista with six (6) barangays; Trinidad with two (2) barangays; Dagohoy

with three (3) barangays; and San Miguel, Talibon and Getafe with one (1) barangay each.

A. Elevation and Slope

52. The elevation of Danao watershed averages 124 meters above sea level (m asl) and ranges from 0 m asl to 360 m asl, the highest sections lying within the uplands of Buenavista (Figure 2). Of these the elevation ranges from 100-200 meters above sea level comprised the largest with 9,832 ha. The highest elevation range of 300-400 m asl is found in Lusong, Buenavista. Approximately 5,190 ha (39%) of the total watershed area have slope gradients of 18-30% and covering the municipalities of Danao and Trinidad. Slope gradients of 30-50% and above 50% are accounted for 7% each with a total area of 877 ha and 911 ha, respectively (Figure 3). These areas generally cover the remaining hilly to mountainous areas within a watershed.

53. In particular, the proposed rehabilitation of Brgy. Magsaysay road has an elevation ranging from 100-200 m asl with an average slope of __%.

Figure 2: Location Map of the Danao Watershed

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Figure 3: Elevation Map of the Danao Watershed

B. Geology

54. The entire land area of the Danao watershed consists of five (4) types of rock formation namely; Undifferentiated Andesite and basalt lava flows, Carmen Formation, Maribojoc Limestone and Talibon Diorite (Figure 4). It is dominated by Undifferentiated Andesite and basalt lava flows with 9,455 hectares. 55. The following are the description of the geologic formation in Danao Watershed:

Undifferentiated Andesite, basalt lava flows. Undifferentiated Andesite are closely related and or similar to Ubay Volcanics (BOHOL) hence its formation and composition are similar. Ubay Volcanic is a thick extensive, basaltic to Andesite flows mostly sheared, interbedded and/or intercalated in places with clastic rocks. Fissured basalt normally has high permeability and good groundwater development potential.

Carmen Formation. The Carmen Formation is distributed mainly in the eastern part of Bohol occupying 30 to 40 percent of the total island area. This low dipping thick sedimentary sequence is essentially composed of shale, sandstone, slabby to massive limestone, conglomerate, siltstone, marl and some Tuffaceous and siliceous facies. The conglomerate of this formation occurs around Dimiao, the southern coast and along Tanguhay River. This formation has a low groundwater potential which primarily provides water for Level 1 systems.

Maribojoc Limestone. The Maribojoc Limestone is found extensively in the western part

of Bohol. It is mainly massive or lagoonal limestone and creamy to brownish yellow. It is

also coralline, porous and in some places marly or agglomeratic. The rock resembles the

Carcar Formation of Cebu. Bedding planes are generally flat though poorly bedded. It is

more likely that it was formed either after the deposition of the

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Sierra Bullones Limestone during Late Miocene, or after the Jagna Andesite activity (Sajona et al. 1986).

Talibon Diorite. Talibon Diorite consists of quartz, feldspar and biotite intruded into the metasedimentary and metavolcanic rocks producing hydrothermal alteration along the contacts. These rocks have poor groundwater potential; however, water for domestic use in rural areas can be obtained from weathered zone thru dug wells.

Figure 4: Geology Map of the Danao Watershed

C. Soils

56. There are four soil types in Danao watershed, namely Ubay Clay, Ubay Clay Loam, Batuan Faraon Complex and Annam Clay (Figure 5). These types of soil can be considered as agricultural soil. These soil types of are best for corn and vegetable production. However, depending on the slope, elevations and land cover their fertility may vary from one place to another. Fruit trees, Coffee, Cacao Coconut, Camote, Cassava, Bananas and many other crops are grown in this soil with fair to high yields being obtained.

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Figure 5: Soil Map of the Entire Danao Watershed

D. Water Quality

57. The Danao Watershed was classified as “Class D” water. A “Class D” intended beneficial use is navigable water. The classification also takes into consideration the component of water quality management since the application of effluent standards are dependent on this classification. Some water quality characteristics of the Danao Watershed are described based on guidelines indicated in DAO No. 8 Series of 2016 as follows:

• The Danao Watershed mean temperature is 27°C which indicates that the water in

the watershed is within the normal range for surface water (25 – 32 deg C). • Average pH value of 8.08 water quality of Danao watershed conformed to the

standard set by DENR (6.0 – 9.0). • The result of conductivity in Danao watershed has an average value of 0.49 µS/cm,

which means minimum concentration of electrolyte ions or has low conductivity. • The average salinity was 2.32 ppt which indicates that the water in the watershed

has low salinity. No set standard for salinity. • The total dissolved solids (TSS) show low levels of dissolved solids compared to the

standard set by DENR which is 1000 mg/L. • The result of the Chemical Oxygen Demand in Danao Watershed has the average

value of 18 mg/L. The DENR does not have a guideline value for chemical oxygen demand.

• Amount of Nitrate average is 0.47 which indicate that the water in the watershed has a low value of Nitrate-N and below to the set standard (15 mg/L).

• The Danao Watershed has a value of 0.01 to 0.02 phosphate which is below to the set standard (15 mg/L).

• Fecal coliform in Danao watershed has a value of 4.8x102 Most Probable Number (MPN) which is above to the set standard (400 MPN/100mL).

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E. Land Classification

58. The Municipality of Talibon has a total land area of 22,400 hectares, which constitutes 5.44% of the total land area of Bohol Province and 1.49% of Central Visayas. The Municipality’s land area is generally classified into alienable and disposable land (78.92%), production and protection forest (12.54%). Refer to Figure 5 for the spatial distribution of legal land classification.

59. Brgy. Magsaysay covers 2,756 hectares (12.3%) of the total municipal area with 652 has classified as A and D and 2,100 has as forestland.

Figure 5: Land Classification Map of Brgy. Magsaysay

F. Land Cover and Land Use

60. The land-use and forest cover of Danao Watershed has been identified per municipality to determine areas that need interventions. Based on the land-use map from the Bureau of Soil and Water Management (BSWM), the watershed is composed of six (6) types of land-use which include agriculture; built-up, forest, grass, protection and production areas (Figure 6).

61. The data on land use distribution obtained from the Municipal Planning and Development

Office (MPDO) of Talibon, shows agriculture occupying the biggest area (16,507.59) followed by

timberland including production and protection forest (4,408.00) other land uses include

residential, infrastructure and utilities, commercial, industrial and about 70 hectares for special

uses such as dump site and cemetery, among others. It must be noted that no houses present

within the 2-5 meters range on both sides of the proposed road; no

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trees, crops and other assets encroachment at the easement and right of way of the road; and no agricultural land traversing the existing road.

62. Below is the map showing the land uses of the influence barangay.

Figure 6: Land Use Map of Talibon, Bohol

G. Climate

1.Baseline Climate

63. Based on Modified Corona’s Classification System, the area has a Type IV climate,

which is characterized by more or less evenly distributed rainfall throughout the year (Agpaoa et

al. 1975). The climate is influenced by southwest originating monsoons, and is relatively dry from

March to May. The wet season is from June to December with mean monthly rainfall averaging

about 30 mm to 305 mm. The wettest months are October and November.

64. Atmospheric temperature observations for Bohol are obtained from PAGASA’s synoptic station in Tagbilaran City. The Tagbilaran City’s climate datasets extended their influences within the Talibon municipality covered in the Wahig-Inabanga Watershed. 65. Data sets made available were hydro-meteorological variables on rainfall or precipitation and temperatures by monthly average for the 30-year period 1971-2000 as the observed or current baseline as well as the future projections under a medium-range emission scenario for periods of 2020 (base year 2006-2035) and 2050 (base year 2036 – 2065). Likewise, data on daily rainfall from 2004 - 2010 from PAGASA Tagbilaran, based on the CNCM3 model with A1 and A2 scenarios was likewise obtained.

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66. Using basic hydro-meteorologic indicators, the climate profile of the four LGUs can thus be described as follows:

a. Rainfall

PAGASA data, the observed mean daily rainfall (average of all values) based on the period from 1971 to 2000 range from 68.2 mm to 183 mm. The driest months are from February to May with average rainfall of 72.5 mm while the wettest months are from September to December, with an average rainfall of 156.2 mm. The average total annual rainfall for 1971 to 2000 is 1,357 mm.

The latest rainfall data summarized from the daily rainfall records obtained show a decreasing rainfall pattern in 2004 to 2005 (Table 5). From 2006 however, there is increasing rainfall trend with unusually high rainfall level in year 2008 at 2,273 mm, before tapering down in 2009. One typhoon made a direct hit in June 2008, attributing to June the highest rainfall level in that year. Nevertheless, the months from January to March of the same year gave the area unusually high levels of rainfall ranging from 202.8 mm to 264.7 mm.

Table 5: Monthly Mean Rainfall Based on Tagbilaran Weather Station (2004 - 2010).

Year/Mo 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Avg Min Max

JAN 64.4 26.2 95.7 185.5 264.7 67.1 100.4 114.9 26.2 264.7 FEB 97.7 1.3 130.7 25.1 202.8 190.3 20.9 95.5 1.3 202.8 MAR 79.3 78.8 183.6 31.8 236.5 160.8 31.2 114.6 31.2 236.5 APR 12.4 60.1 41.5 26.2 107.1 174.6 89.5 73.1 12.4 174.6 MAY 185.5 42.9 66.8 124.1 179.2 113 47.3 108.4 42.9 185.5 JUN 148 137.5 125 244.1 294 163.2 148.8 180.1 125 294 JUL 116.6 133.1 103.6 141.3 155.3 116.5 164.3 133.0 103.6 164.3 AUG 109.4 129.5 111.5 50.5 241 30.6 137.8 115.8 30.6 241 SEP 109.4 81.3 72.6 154.2 131.1 74.2 206.5 118.5 72.6 206.5 OCT 102.1 92.5 140.5 214.6 176.2 22.7 305.1 150.5 22.7 305.1 NOV 111.5 204.7 170 161.3 120.9 294.6 140.6 171.9 111.5 294.6 DEC 73.2 269.6 157.9 170.4 164.3 56.6 282.6 167.8 56.6 282.6

Total 1,210 1,258 1,399 1,529 2,273 1,464 1,675 1,544

Bohol is not frequently visited by typhoons or cyclones. However, more recent tropical cyclone occurrences are more intense and slightly clustered in the central Philippines. Tracking of tropical cyclones from 1900 to 2013 (Figure 7) reflects this observation and likewise busted the myth that Mindanao never experienced any tropical cyclone before the most recent years.

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Figure 7: Tropical Cyclone Tracks from 1944 - 2013

b. Temperature and Relative Humidity

The monthly mean air temperatures range from 26.5 ˚C to 28.7˚C, based recorded temperatures for the years from 1971 to 2000 (observed scenario).

The annual average temperature is 27.7 ˚C, indicative of a fairly uniform temperature throughout the year. In the watershed, the air temperature can be considered low due to the mountains, the alignment of the area and the prevailing winds that tend to reduce the movement of warm air from the sea, promoting outflow from the watershed. The mean annual relative humidity recorded is 81.3% with monthly averages varying between 78 and 85%. Higher humidity is experienced from December to March.

2. Climate Scenario for Bohol in 2020 and 2050 67. The projected future changes in temperature and rainfall in 2020 and 2050 using data prepared by the PAGASA using the PRECIS model. In that assessment, the medium-range scenarios are within a planning horizon of up to 2050. Outputs of the model under the A1B and A2 scenarios will only diverge after 2050 due to the long lifetimes of the greenhouse gases. The outputs of the model runs for the observed monthly, and changes in the monthly rainfall both in 2020 and 2050 based on climate scenarios.

a.Rainfall 68. Figure 10 presents the projected change in monthly average rainfall (mm) under the

medium-range emission scenario (A1B) in 2020 and 2050. Projected change anomalies were

estimated as the difference from current or future periodic monthly average precipitation to the

observed baseline period (1971-2000) monthly average precipitation values (Figure 8). The A1B

scenario showed an overall increasing trend in the monthly precipitation particularly in June and

December while consistently decreasing trend was noted during the months of January to April.

In particular, the monthly precipitation fluctuated from month to month.

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However, the most distinct changes were predicted to be in the 2050s period where the month of October had indicated a potential increase of approximately 44 percent from the baseline precipitation period while noticeably decreased for the duration of January to April (up to - 42%). The variability of the amount of precipitation is mainly attributed to the shorter dry-spell length during dry seasons. In effect, the dry season tends to become drier, while the wet season becomes wetter.

Figure 8: Projected monthly rainfall change under Medium-range Emission Scenario (A1B) in Tagbilaran City, Bohol

b. Temperature 69. The projected change anomalies of mean temperature in the future estimated an increase of +0.8 °C (the present condition) up to +2.4 °C by the end of 2050s. The results revealed differences in temperature changes that are larger from the 2050s period. The increase in local-mean temperatures is between +0.8 to +1.2 °C in 2050s.

70. For temperature, Figures 9 shows the projected mean temperature scenarios based on the Tagbilaran weather station in the area.

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Figure 9: Projected Change in Monthly Average Mean Temperature (°C) under Medium-range Emission Scenario (A1B) Tagbilaran City, Bohol

H. Hydrology

71. The Wahig River from its source stretches to a total length of ten (10) kilometers and Isumod River traverses to the boundary of the Municipality of Talibon which stretches a total length of eight (8) kilometers (Figure 10).

I. Natural Hazards

72. There were only five typhoons/tropical storms that almost or directly crossed the path across the province since 1991. The latest two of which – tropical storms Seniang and Queenie (international names Jangmi and Sinlaku, respectively) both occurring in 2014 are most remembered due the extent of additional damage inflicted on the province after the devastating earthquake of 2013. Nevertheless, stronger typhoons affected the province and the five municipalities even if these were not within the vicinity of the province. These are typhoons/tropical storms either crossing from the Samar area and directly hitting Cebu and the western provinces or were over the northern Mindanao area, thereby affecting Bohol. Most notable of these are typhoon Nona (Melor, 2015), super typhoons Yolanda (Haiyan, 2013) and Pablo (Bopha, 2012), severe tropical storms Sendong (Washi, 2011) and Frank (Fengshen, 2008). Around 75% of these typhoons, especially the most devastating ones occurred in the last quarter of the year, notably November and December.

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Figure 10: Distribution of Watersheds in Bohol Province

J. Biological Environment

1. Flora 73. The province of Bohol has an estimated remaining forest cover of 9 % of its total land area. Natural forests in the province are still evident. However, flora of the families Dipterocarpaceae, Fabaceae (Leguminosae) and Verbenaceae are becoming very rare. This is exemplified by the short supply of Bohol’s molave or “tugas”. It is alarming that there are young people who have never seen premium hardwood species that were previously abundant.

74. Within Danao watershed, apitong (Dipterocarpus grandiflorus) of Dipterocarpaceae family is significantly present in the area. Remaining stands had successfully grown in the area with large diameter including pole size and saplings. 75. The common reforestation species used in the province are yemane (Gmelina arborea), large leaf mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla), small-leaf mahogany (Swietenia microphylla), teak (Tectona grandis), auri (Acacia auriculiformis) and Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp).

76. Overall, there are no trees and crops at the easement and right of way on the proposed road rehabilitation project. It must also be noted based on site validation and inventory that there are no endangered and critically endangered species of flora in the project area. The proposed road access rehabilitation is more than 22 km away from the Chocolate hills protected area.

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2. Fauna 77. A total of nine (9) species of birds with 89 individuals belonging to seven (7) families were found in the watershed (BISU 2013). Of all the species the brown shrike (L. cristatus) had the highest percentage and 50% of the species caught are endemic to the Philippines, namely: Alcedo argentata, Phapitreron leucotis, Nectarinia jagularis, Pycnonotus goiavier and Hypsipetes philippinus. The distribution of recorded birds in Danao Watershed is presented in Table 6.

Table 6: Common Recorded Birds in Danao Watershed

Family Name Scientific Name Common Name No. of

Individuals

Alcedinidae Alcedo argentata Silvery Kingfisher 3

Alcedinidae Halcyon chloris White-collared Kingfisher 10

Columbidae Phapitreron leucotis White-eared Brown Dove 12

Laniidae Lanius cristatus Brown Shrike 18

Nectariniidae Nectarinia jugularis Olive-backed Sunbird 13

Pycnonotidae Pycnontus goiavier Yellow-vented bulbul 10

Pycnonotidae Hypsipetes philippinus Philippine Bulbul 8

Turdidae Capsychus saularis OrientalMagpie Robin 3

78. There are no endangered and critically endangered species of fauna within the proposed road rehabilitation project and even in its impact zone.

K. Socio-Economic Conditions

1. Population 79. Based on the 2015 census of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA, formerly NSO), the influence area has a total population of 1,446 80. Brgy. Magsaysay with a total land area of 2,752.96 hectares, has a population density of 0.53 person per hectare for 2015 (Table 7).

Table 7. Population Density of Magsaysay BARANGAY POPULATION GROSS AREA POPULATION DENSITY (Gross

2015 PSA Censal (ha) Area/Brgy Population) Year

Magsaysay 1,446 2,752.96 0.53 TOTAL (Talibon Pop’n) 66,969 22,400 2.98

81. Brgy. Magsaysay has a growth rate of 1.47%. Using this growth rate as the basis, the projected population for the year 2020 will be 1,555

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2. Population by Age Distribution and Sex 82. Barangay Magsaysay has a total population of 1,446. Of this, 763 are males and 683 are

females. Majority of the population are within the age range of 20-24 years, 16.1% for males and

12.4% for females or 14.38% of the total population. Those within the age range of

50 to more than 65, compose 17.7% of the total population (Table 8).

Table 8. Population By Age Distribution And Sex, Year 2015

AGE GROUPS Magsaysay

Male Female Total % Dist.

0-4 45 40 85 5.88

5-9 50 40 90 6.22

10-14 58 40 98 6.78

15-19 53 72 125 8.64

20-24 123 85 208 14.38

25-29 66 69 135 9.34

30-34 69 74 143 9.89

35-39 72 38 110 7.61

40-44 66 64 130 8.99

45-49 37 29 66 4.56

50-54 47 50 97 6.71

55-59 30 29 59 4.08

60-64 25 30 55 3.80

65 and Over 22 23 45 3.11

TOTAL 763 683 1,446 100

3. Indigenous Peoples and People’s Organization 83. There are no indigenous people present in the community of the proposed sub-project. 84. The PO - Magsaysay Farmers Association (MAFA) was legitimized by the government and is now tenured under the Community Based Forest Management Agreement (CBFMA) tenurial instrument already awarded by DENR. Currently, the PO is in the process of formulating/updating its Community Resource Management Framework (CRMF).

4. Education 85. Barangay Magsaysay has one (1) public elementary school that provides basic education to the children. After graduation from elementary, some of them are not able to enroll in the nearby high school due to the distance and the very risky road going to the schools which will likely reduce the school participation rate in these barangays (Table 9).

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Table 9. School Participation rate by age group and sex

AGE GROUP TOTAL In-School Out of School

Pop'n Male Female TOTAL % Total Male Female TOTAL % Pop'n TOTAL Pop'n

MAGSAYSAY

3-5 YO 45 21 24 45 10.71% - - - - 6-12 YO 320 170 150 320 76.19% - - - - 13-17 YO 55 19 20 39 9.29% 9 7 16 3.81%

Total 420 210 194 404 96.19% 9 7 16 3.81%

5. Health and Sanitation 86. Health and sanitation is a primary concern of the municipality. As such, the LGU conducts intensive information campaign and training to make the constituents aware of the various health and sanitation practices that should be practiced particularly on proper waste disposal as mandated in the Solid Waste Management Program (R.A. No. 9003). Currently, Barangay Magsaysay, is in the process of formulating plans and programs for solid waste management. At the purok level, waste segregation, vermi-composting and establishment of Material Recovery Facilities (MRF), had been implemented.

87. The Municipal Health Office regularly conducts sanitary inspections and distributed free water-sealed toilets to households without the said facility. At present, there are about 270 households (90%) in Barangay Magsaysay with sanitary toilets.

6. Housing 88. Based on the LGU Local Shelter Plan (LSP) for 2015, the municipality has a total of 2,110 housing needs after nine years, due to housing backlogs and population growth. In the Poblacion alone, there are more or less 189 families living in danger areas and must be addressed by the LGU with urgency.

89. Based on LGU shelter planning on 2015, the municipality has a total of 2,500 housing needs after nine years, due to housing backlogs and population growth, wherein 2,307 were living in danger areas based on the actual survey of the municipality; that must be addressed by the LGU with urgency.

7. Income and Expenditure 90. The MGLU of Talibon has continually exerted efforts to ensure that appropriate levels of revenues are attained in order to match its growing budgetary requirements. It has implemented revenue-generation strategies through the operation of its economic enterprises and enforcement of policies as set in the Revenue Code. Furthermore, cost-saving mechanisms have to be deployed to ensure that resources are available to meet its day-to-day operations and to fund priority development programs.

91. Looking into its financial position and results of operation for 2014-2016, the MLGU of Talibon has been successful in raising substantial revenues, providing for the required expenditures, and, in the process, has even saved resources that can be used as reserves to fund future priority projects (Table 10).

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Table 10. Total Revenues and Expenditures in Municipality of Talibon

2014 2015 2016

Total Actual Revenues 133,189,390.50 153,358,627.92 172,022,414.24

Total Actual Expenditures 114,000,897.07 114,693,409.39 124,194,782.38

Surplus 4, 490.973.14 12,147,606.82 20,355,591.83

Surplus to Total Revenues 3.37% 7.92% 11.83% Source: Office of the Municipal Accounting

8. Agriculture Area 92. The Agriculture is one of the main economic drivers of the influence area with farming and livestock raising as the main economic activities of the inhabitants of Barangay Magsaysay. Almost half of its total land area is classified as agricultural land with natural resources that are abundant to help sustain production. 93. The top five (5) products of barangays include banana, irrigated and rain fed rice, corn, vegetables, copra and mango. Some families also rely on fishing on the river and creeks. Banana occupies 65.2% (360 ha.) of the total agricultural land with a total production of 2,880 tons per year. Irrigated and rain fed rice, on the other hand, are planted in 13% (72 ha.) and 8.1% (45 ha.), respectively.

9. Commerce and Industry 94. Commercial activities of Talibon are limited to small and medium-scale categories which usually cater to the basic needs of the populace like rice, corn, canned goods, textiles, drugstores, and carenderias. There are also lumberyards, motor parts, agricultural chemical stores and bakeries in town which are concentrated in the urban area (Poblacion) and in the urban barangay of San Jose, a sub-growth center outside the urban area.

95. At present, there are 334 existing commercial establishments in Talibon that are registered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) business name registration records. These were able to employ 1,016 persons with a total initial capitalization of P860.5 million.

96. The present industries in the municipality are rice milling, hollow-block making, furniture making, and the production of certain handicrafts like mat, hats and baskets. The local trading business is active especially in the retail of household merchandise required and needed by the local population. These retail businesses include retailing of household and farm products, pharmacy, bakery products and construction materials. Most of cottage industries are home- based activities. The absence of a more defined support mechanism for investment climate to attract investor is not present, thus hampering the desired development of industries.

10. Electricity 97. The Bohol Electric Cooperative II (BOHECO II) provides electricity in the municipality of Talibon. Of the potential household connections of 8,504, 99% or 8,445 already have electrical connections. The electric cooperative has a continuing program of extension of power distribution lines to the different puroks.

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11. Communication 98. The entry of modern communication facilities complemented by telecommunication

facilities and tri-media network has provided the people of Talibon great access to information

and technology and faster business, personal contacts including international networking and

accessing. Main communication facilities are available at the Poblacion center. There is only one

existing postal service facility in Talibon together with one postal circuit operated by the

Philippines Postal Corporation. Radio facilities from the Bohol Law Enforcement Communication

System (BLECS), Landline telephones are available in the Poblacion and San Jose area through

the Globe lines. Besides providing landline communications, internet is also available through

this facility. There are four (4) cell sites established by Globelines, Smart and Sun Cellular

located in Bagacay, San Jose and Poblacion. Access to basic communication facilities such as

telephone services, handheld radios, cellular phones including postal services is vital towards the

development in a municipality.

99. Fourteen (14) barangays are provided with two-way radio handsets which make them readily accessible in case of emergency. The LGU plans to a one-hour radio program on FM radio 103.5 every 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on a daily basis. This program requires all barangays specially Barangay Magsaysay to open their respective radio sound system installed in their respective barangay halls so that listeners from within the influenced area can be informed of the necessary information and development on the status of the barangays and of the municipality as a whole.

12. Road and Transportation 100. Talibon has a total road network of 146.23 kilometers, in which 30% is concrete, 40% is graveled and 30% is unpaved or earth road. The provincial road is 20% graveled with a total length of 7.0 kilometers. The municipal and barangay road has a total length of 13.31 and 105.92 kilometers, respectively (Figure 11).

Figure 11. : Road network in the Talibon, Bohol

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101. The transportation facilities that served the municipality from Poblacion to the different barangays are tricycles and single motor for hire (habal-habal). In addition, public utility buses and van for hire (V-hires) also serve the municipality from Poblacion to other barangays along the national and provincial highways and to the neighboring municipalities.

102. Barangay Magsaysay has a total road network of around 18.00 kilometers. The road condition could be considered as bad to fair, with the road segment in worst condition. Thus, the rehabilitation of this road section is being recommended as the RI sub-project with funding from INREMP. The main access road connecting to Talibon road has an estimated total length of five (5) kilometers. This is an earth-road, a proposed RI sub-project, also for INREMP funding.

103. The existing local access road identified and validated as sub-projects for INREMP funding with a total length of 3.17 kilometers is Brgy. Magsaysay Access Road. This road subproject is in worst conditions and require immediate rehabilitation by Concreting Works and Provision of slope protection (riprap). Though LGU and BLGU have allocation for road maintenance, it is very limited and not sufficient for road maintenance to make it passable during rainy season. There are no houses near the proposed road and no government facilities would be damaged during project construction.

V. ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES

104. The IEE, based on the screening of baseline environment and review of proposed civil

works, has not identified any major environmental concerns due to proposed Rehabilitation of

Brgy. Magsaysay Access Road given that all the proposed civil works are only asset

preservation of existing roadway and are located within existing right of way. There will only be

localized short-term impacts during construction activities due to implementation of civil works

that will be addressed in the detailed design and through implementation of the mitigation and

monitoring measures specified in the environmental management plan. These construction

related impacts can be mitigated by: 1) the contractors’ work practices, especially those related

to the systematized demolition procedure consistent with approved standard safety

requirements; 2) cooperation by the local authorities with the contractor in terms of use of public

space and utilities; 3) project management’s strict enforcement of the correct construction

practices and standards; 4) the incorporation of the mitigation measures identified in the IEE into

the bid documents and specifications; and 5) close monitoring of the contractor’s implementation

of the required mitigation measures.

105. The potential environmental impacts resulting from implementation of civil works are expected to be minor and likely short-term since the improvement works will not involve widening and alignment adjustments (Table 11). Detailed environmental mitigation measures have been prepared for all the identified impacts and presented in the environmental management plan under Chapter VIII.

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Table 11. Potential environmental impacts of proposed access road rehabilitation Potential Environmental Impacts or Values Clearing Aggregate Slope

the Subproject construction would likely and Concreting Base Course Protection (Rip

create: Grubbing Works rap)

Land surface disturbance – surface scrapping, moderate minor minor minor

top soil erosion, and vegetative clearing

Affects temporal water regime: decrease water

quantity and quality and flow regularity or

seasonality due to altered drainage patterns, minor minor minor minor

water way configuration, sedimentation,

turbidity, as well as river flow diversion

Altered or impaired hydrology of the

immediate area: increase peak and flood flows minor minor minor minor

and irregular streamflow

Decrease in downstream natural resources’ minor minor minor minor

economic and social values/uses

Decrease site’s attraction in terms of losing

some geological or geomorphological values, minor minor minor minor

particularly those of known local, national or

international nature conservation importance

Vegetation loss affecting rare species habitats,

particularly of known local, national or none none none none

international nature conservation importance

Adverse impact on local and transient fauna

species (those species whose range may

include the project site), particularly those of None none none none

known local, national or international nature

conservation importance.

Bio-invasion of new strain of pests, weeds or none none none none

rare diseases

Frequent incurrence and increased intensity of none none none none

grassfire

Contamination of the immediate and/or

broader environment cause by the storage or minor minor minor none

use of chemicals needed for the construction

works

Air particulate emissions which may cause

atmospheric / environmental pollution minor minor moderate minor

impacting on human health and livelihood at

local or larger scale during construction phase

Excessive solid waste accumulation during minor minor minor minor

infrastructure construction

Increase in noise and/or vibration during minor minor minor minor

construction

Unnatural lighting effects that may impact

upon flora and fauna, or deplete the sense of none none none

naturalness of the area

Natural landscape fragmentation and none none none none

discontinuity

Adverse impact on land use and the amenity

values of adjacent or downstream areas

(including the integrity of agricultural land, or minor minor minor minor

other industry that the local community may

depend on)

Adverse impact on existing or potential

recreational value and quality of known minor minor minor minor

traditional experience associated to site

natural setting

Adverse impact or alter on-sites’ visual value

and its surrounding area -from different minor minor minor minor

vantage points

Rating: None= no adverse impact; Minor= slight negative impact and momentary; Moderate=slight negative impact for a year but not damaging enough to cause ecological, health and economic disturbance.

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106. During operation, the project is expected to benefit the environment and socio-economic

conditions of the subproject areas through increased delivery of agricultural products, increased

tourism, improved access and economic development, reduced dust due to asset preservation,

improved road safety due to installation of safety signs, and others.

107. Environmental impacts and proposed mitigation measures during subproject pre-construction, construction and operation phases are described under Chapter VIII. Detailed environmental mitigation measures have been prepared for all the identified impacts and presented in the environmental management plan.

A. Pre-Construction

1. Confirmation of no required resettlement, relocations, and compensation 108. This will be undertaken prior to the commencement of any civil works. The proponent shall conduct consultation meetings with directly affected barangays and concerned POs’, and information awareness campaign regarding subproject location.

2. Identification and prioritization of road section where re-gravelling will be done 109. Identification and prioritization of road sections will be give information and participation of the community, particularly women and marginalized sectors. A subproject site validation will be facilitated to ensure that the INREMP validation process on subproject implementation is being complied with and hold consultative meetings with balanced representation of men and women and affected persons on the subproject components and management plan.

3. Preparation of detailed engineering designs and programs of work 110. The detailed engineering designs and programs of work for the subproject will be

prepared by the LGU for the completion of the proposed upgraded access road. The detailed

designs shall include the identification of spill management prevention and emergency response

plans for all construction sites, locate aggregate borrow pits and rock supply areas away from

human settlements with fencing and access barriers, and specific plan to notify and provide them

schedule to minimize disruption to normal commercial and residential activities.

111. The LGU with assistance from TA-PMIC will ensure that relevant provisions of the EMP in terms of implementation of environmental mitigation measures, monitoring activities, supervision and reporting are included for civil works and construction supervision.

4. Recruitment of workers 112. The potential impact of the subproject will be hiring of skilled local workers and other unskilled jobs. A robust “local first” hiring policy will be designed and be implemented in coordination with local officials and community leaders especially at the barangay and municipal levels. The Contractor will be required to follow the “local first” hiring policy.

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B. Construction

1. Construction materials acquisition, transport access, and storage system 113. The contractors will source construction materials under their own arrangements. Uncontrolled sourcing of such materials could lead to environmental impacts such as the loss of topsoil or the disfigurements of the landscape from borrow pits. Earthen embankments and material stockpiles will be susceptible to erosion, particularly during the rains and re-suspension of dust during the dry seasons.

114. Local roads will be damaged during transportation of borrow materials and by the construction equipment. In order to reduce impact on all borrow sites, contractors will water the local roads close to the settlements used by the borrow trucks. As much as possible, contractors will not make use of productive agricultural land. In case this is unavoidable, the contractor will obtain consent from the land owner and will restore the site to its original condition after completion of civil works.

2. Clearing and removal of obstructions 115. The contractor will initiate clearing and removal of obstructions on the existing road which would result to damage landscape. However, grasses present in the site are common in the construction. In case, it is noted that trees will not be removed without tree cutting permit from DENR. The contractor will not use or permit the use of wood as a fuel for the execution of any part of the works, including but not limited to the extent practicable shall ensure that fuels other than wood are used for cooking.

3. Soil erosion 116. Soil erosion and unstable side slopes susceptible to landslides are noticed along subproject road. The impact of soil erosion and unstable side slope are increased run off and sedimentation causing a greater flood hazard to the downstream, loss of topsoil affects the growth of vegetation that causes ecological imbalances, and development of unsightly cuts and fills that have been riddled by uncontrolled erosion and gullying. Construction activities in high slope areas should be taken up only during dry season.

117. During operation, silt load in the river is expected to be minor due to slope protection structures installed. The contractor will also be required to make additional measures to minimize erosion and landslides during construction phase such as 1) minimize damage and cutting of surrounding vegetation during slope formation, 2) prevent erosion and protect the cut slope with temporary drainage as soon as practicable after cutting, and 3) If new erosion occurs accidentally, back fill immediately to restore original contours.

4. Ground surface leveling and gravelling of existing road 118. During ground surface leveling and gravelling of existing road, the potential impacts

would be minor and short-termed to the terrestrial and aquatic resources as well as to the quality

of surface water in the river. The contractor will be required to do the following: 1) the

construction site should be located away from forested or plantation areas, 2) all construction

fluids such as oils, and fuels should be stored and handled away from forested and plantation

areas, 3) no waste of any kind is to be discarded on land or in forests/plantations, 4) erosion

channels must be built around aggregate stockpile areas to contain rain-induced erosion, 5)

earthworks should be conducted during dry periods, 6) no waste of any kind is to be thrown in

surface waters, 7) no washing or repair of machinery near surface waters, 8) pit latrines to be

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located away from surface waters, 9) no unnecessary earthworks in or adjacent to water courses, 10) no aggregate mining from rivers or lakes, and 11) minimize the use of heavy equipment at steep slopes.

5. Civil works (Concrete Pavement) 119. Since the subproject will mainly involve concrete pavement (with no road widening and realignments), main impacts on land during construction are from air pollution, land and water contamination, and traffic and access problems. The contractor will apply stated mitigating measures during concrete pavement activities.

6. Implementation of noise and dust control measure 120. During construction, air quality is likely to be degraded by exhaust emissions from the operation of construction equipment, and dust generated from haul roads, unpaved roads, exposed soils and material stock piles. 121. In order to mitigate these, the following will be implemented: 1) regularly apply wetting agents to exposed soil and construction roads, 2) cover or keep moist all stockpiles of construction aggregates, and all truckloads of aggregates, 3) minimize the time for excavations and exposed soil are left open or exposed, 4) backfill immediately after work is completed, 5) restrict working time between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm, 6) maintain equipment in proper working condition, 7) replace unnecessarily noisy vehicles and machinery, 8) vehicles and machinery to be turned off when not in use, and 9) construct temporary noise barriers around excessively noisy activity areas if possible.

7. Dust and noise from borrow pits 122. Noise and dust may be generated from borrow pits. The contractor will ensure the following mitigating measures: 1) provision of noise control measures to comply with national standards, watering of the earth roads close to the settlements, use covered truck, 2) secure appropriate environmental permits, 3) the borrow and material dumping sites must be access controlled to keep away unauthorized entry of people, grazing cattle and any other stray animals, and 4) protective gear like ear plugs will be provided to operating personnel if they are exposed to noise levels beyond threshold limits.

8. Implementation of spoil management and control measure 123. The contractor will ensure that there will be no contamination of land and surface waters from excavated spoils, and construction wastes. The uncontaminated spoils will be disposed of in municipal or provincial designated sites, which must never be in or adjacent surface water. On the other hand, suspicious contaminated soil will be tested, and disposed of in designated sites identified as per government regulations.

9. Solid and liquid construction waste management system

124. Solid and liquid construction wastes management system will be instituted to avoid contamination of land and surface water from the construction wastes. The management of

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general solid and liquid wastes of construction will follow government regulations to include covering, collecting, handling, transporting, recycling, and disposing waste created from construction activities and the work force. A schedule of solid and liquid waste pickup and disposal will be established and followed to ensure construction sites are as clean as possible. All solid wastes will be separated and recyclables be donated to the barangay. There will be no site-specific landfills established by the contractors. All solid waste will be collected and removed from the work camps and disposed in local waste disposal sites.

10. Water quality 125. The subproject has potential impacts on water quality due to washing of equipment (i.e. vehicles and concrete mixers), and leakage and spills from discharge from worker camps to the water resources. To mitigate, there should be a 1) set up proper and adequate sanitary facilities, 2) ensure strict observance of proper waste handling and disposal and proper sanitation including by the contractors and its workers, 3) provide wastewater treatment facility (e.g., septic tank), and 4) trucks and other vehicle maintenance should be strictly controlled to prevent the discharge of waste into the river system. Wastewater from the construction works containing high concentration of suspended solids should be treated through sedimentation tanks.

11. Construction of drainage system 126. The contractor shall construct drainage systems to facilitate drainage and rain water natural channels. The contractor will also provide adequate short-term drainage away from construction sites to prevent ponding and flooding.

12. Workers health, safety and hygiene 127. Construction sites are likely to have public health impacts. Contractors will ensure that no untreated wastewater is discharged in the river and that no site-specific landfills will be established at the construction camps. There will be a potential for diseases to be transmitted, exacerbated by inadequate health and safety practices. The contractor will therefore be required to recruit or designate a health and safety officer to address such concerns in the work sites and liaise/work with the nearby communities.

128. Mitigation measures include: 1) proper fencing, protective barriers, and buffer zones should be provided around all construction sites, 2) sufficient signage and information disclosure, and supervisors and night guards should be placed, 3) worker and public safety guidelines should be followed, 4) provide adequate sanitation and waste disposal at construction sites, 5) the contractor will not hire children and pregnant women, 6) standing water suitable for disease vector breeding should be filled in, 7) worker education and awareness seminars for construction hazards should be given at the beginning of the construction phase. A construction site safety program should be developed and distributed to workers, 8) appropriate safety clothing, footwear, gloves, hard hats, eye protection and other PPE should be mandatory for all construction workers, 9) adequate medical services must be on site or nearby all construction site, 10) drinking water must be provided at all construction sites, 11) sufficient lighting be used during necessary night work, and 12) all construction sites should be examined daily to ensure unsafe conditions are removed.

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13. Traffic safety and management 129. Throughout the construction period, the contractor should ensure that affected people are provided adequate and safe access to properties (structures, land, etc.). The contractor is responsible for ensuring that all construction vehicles observe speed limits on the construction sites and to provide adequate signage, barriers, and flag persons for traffic control. Sign postings such as ‘men working’, ‘Keep left/right’, ‘construction ahead’, and ‘speed limit’, should be used for traffic management and road safety. As much as possible, road works will be confined to one half of the road width at each section to provide access to pedestrian and vehicles during construction works.

14. Ecological environment (Flora and Fauna) 130. Rehabilitation work will directly cause minor degradation of the local ecology through the

clearance of small areas of vegetation (mainly grasses) at major work sites. A short-term impact

on ecology along the rehabilitated road is likely to occur in worksites during the construction

period due to minor vegetation clearance (mainly grasses, not trees). Vegetative cover stripped

from the locations described above will be kept for slope protection.

131. Meanwhile, the potential impacts from construction worker camps are poaching of edible animals and birds of the locality in spite of prohibitions. The contractors’ will be responsible for providing adequate knowledge to the workers regarding the protection of fauna. In short, all workers will be prohibited from hunting wild animals.

15. Damaged to properties 132. Another potential impact during construction is damaged to properties (structures, irrigation, farmland) and access roads due to civil works, transport of materials and other project-related activities. To address this impact, the contractor will immediately repair and/or compensate for any damage that it causes to properties (houses, farmlands, aquaculture ponds, irrigation canals, and others), community facilities such as water supply, power supply, communication facilities and the like. Access roads used for transport of construction materials and other construction-related activities will be maintained by the Contractor in at least in their pre-project condition for the duration of construction.

16. Concrete washout 133. The discharge of cement-laden water and slurry during concrete mixing may contaminate water resources and damage productive land in the surrounding areas. To mitigate possible effects of cement-laden water and slurry, the Contractor shall 1) collect and retain all the concrete washout water and solids in leak proof containers, so that this does not reach the soil surface and then migrate to surface waters or into the ground water, 2) recycle the collected concrete washout water and solids, and/or 3) use of a washout pit made with a plastic lining that can be dug into the ground or built above grade.

17. Use of hazardous wastes 134. Storage and use of fuel, lubricant and other toxic and hazardous chemicals will have potential impacts on soil surface and groundwater contamination. To address this impact, vehicle maintenance and refueling will be confined to areas in construction sites designed (with concrete flooring, drainage leading to oil and water separator, etc.) to contain spilled

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lubricants and fuels. Spill waste will be disposed to sites approved by the concerned government agency and following national regulations. Adequate precaution will be taken to prevent oil/lubricant/ hazardous substances contamination of channel beds. Spillage if any will be immediately cleared with utmost caution to leave no traces. All areas intended for storage of hazardous materials will be quarantined and provided with adequate facilities to combat emergency situations such as fire, spills, etc. in compliance with all the applicable statutory stipulation. The personnel in-charge of these sites will be properly trained and these areas will be access controlled and entry will be allowed only under authorization. Hazardous wastes will be collected, stored, transported and disposed consistent with national regulations to ensure that these will not cause pollution of surrounding areas.

18. Public safety 135. `Some of the mitigation measures that should be implemented are as follows: To mitigate this impact, the following should be addressed by the Contractor: 1) installation of sturdy fencing around excavation areas and construction sites, 2) provision of proper signage and lighting at night at the periphery of the construction site to warn and direct traffic and pedestrians, 3) deployment of security personnel in hazardous areas to restrict public access, 4) imposition of speed limits for construction vehicles along residential areas and where there are other sensitive receptors, and 5) orientation of drivers on safe driving practices to minimize accidents and to prevent spill of hazardous substances and other construction materials during transport.

C. Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Phase

1.Operation of upgraded access road

136. The rehabilitation of Brgy. Magsaysay Access Road will directly increase delivery of agricultural products, access to natural resources management project sites, and open for tourism businesses. However, the positive impacts will mainly focus on increased delivery of agricultural products, provide access to natural resources management project sites, and open for tourism businesses. To mitigate these impacts, the LGU of Talibon and other concerned agencies shall initiate and implement the following: 1) set speed limit when passing through populated area, 2) provide appropriate warning signs and lighting, 3) regular removal of debris, logs and other materials along drainage canals to avoid clogging, 4) regular vegetation control along run-off area to ensure free flow, 5) ensure that existing environmental management policies are effectively implemented and proper coordination involves different agencies, 6) adherence to land use and zoning regulations, and 7) promote tourism in the area through advertisement from the local and nationwide venue.

VI. INFORMATION DISCLOSURE, CONSULTATION, AND PARTICIPATION

A. Stakeholder Consultations

137. The IEE process included stakeholder participation and consultation to help LGUs achieve public acceptance of the Sub-project. A series of consultations with the influenced barangay and local government unit of Talibon confirmed that the rehabilitation of the access roads is essential for economic development.

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138. During the consultation meeting for the access road happened last 22 June 2017, it was verfied by the community and residents living near the subprojects that no crops, trees and fixed assets that will be affected by the rehabilitation thus no economic displacement is anticipated throughout the phase.

139. During these consultations, the proponent with technical assistance of consultant has made presentation of the Sub-project describing the objective of the consultations, project description, proposed civil works, and anticipated environmental impacts and their mitigation measures. The consultations went very well and effective and the discussions were documented. The results of the consultation were positive, with local people considering that the road will bring significant economic benefits to the barangays and increase trade flows (Table 12 and Appendix No. 1).

140. Concerns on the subproject mainly revolved on its construction phase which can be

mitigated. No long-term negative environmental impact assessed by the participants. Majority of

the respondents cited ease of transport as one of the direct benefits of the road; majority of them

as well are not anticipating any negative impact of the subproject to the environment.

141. A resident if the contractor would also hire unskilled labor from the barangay. The

facilitator said that hiring local laborers is the contractor’s discretion. The LGU could however

inform the contractors of the availability of labor in the area during the pre-bid conference.

142. With the involvement of the LGU in the sub-project activities of INREMP particularly in the implementation of rural infrastructure support facilities, they dedicated time and effort in participating with orientation, consultation, planning and training activities. Indeed, a municipal resolution was crafted affirming the interest of the local government unit to apply, negotiate, avail financing grant from the INREMP of the DENR thru the municipal development fund office, and undertake other acts necessary for the effective implementation of the subproject

Table 12. Summary of Stakeholder Views of the Road Rehabilitation in Talibon. Date of Consultation: June 22, 2017 Venue: Barangay Hall of Magsaysay, Talibon Total number of participants: 36 Group represented: Barangay Officials of Magsaysay, Officers and Members of PO (KUPPARD),

WMPCO Staff, MPDO/PPMO (RIE, TEO, WMO), LGU representative, CESM consultants and staff Facilitator: Engr. Walter Boloyos and Fo. Maria Lorena Castino Questions Responses

The following are the responses of the participants when asked what benefits

they’re expecting to gain from the subproject:

Benefits from the Easier transport of agricultural produce to the market

road rehabilitation

expressed by on-site More public utility vehicles could enter the area

and off-site Easier and faster travel for students

stakeholders Quicker emergency response

Road would no longer erode

Safer roadway for motorcycle riders

Beneficiaries Response Project Management Team Response

This phase would involve the Engr. Boloyos said that hiring local

Pre- construction delivery of construction materials, labourers is the contractor’s

arrival of heavy equipment and

discretion. The LGU could however

phase issues

skilled and unskilled workers.

inform the contractors of the

A participant asked if the availability of labour in the area

contractor would also hire during the pre-bid conference.

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Table 12. Summary of Stakeholder Views of the Road Rehabilitation in Talibon. Date of Consultation: June 22, 2017 Venue: Barangay Hall of Magsaysay, Talibon Total number of participants: 36 Group represented: Barangay Officials of Magsaysay, Officers and Members of PO (KUPPARD),

WMPCO Staff, MPDO/PPMO (RIE, TEO, WMO), LGU representative, CESM consultants and staff Facilitator: Engr. Walter Boloyos and Fo. Maria Lorena Castino

Questions Responses

unskilled labor from the

barangay.

This phase involves the base

Engr. Boloyos added that the

residents should also coordinate with

preparation and concreting of the the contractor on where to properly

access road. dispose the construction wastes.

Engr. Boloyos verified if there are

structures (such as electric posts,

fence, among others), lots, and

trees alongside the road that may

be adversely affected during

construction. The participants

affirmed there are none.

A participant, Annaliza Aparece,

shared that her rice field is

located near an existing box

culvert proposed to be improved

(slope protection). She is

concerned that the riprap would

Construction phase damage a part of the rice paddy.

issues PB Aparece interrupted and said

that as per site validation, the rice

field will not be damaged.

No water pipes located within the

access road.

No structures such as electric

posts and tanod outposts within

the roadway.

No problem with dust participles

because no house is near the

road.

With regard construction wastes,

the participants said that they will

utilize the excess cement mix for

their homes and empty cement

sacks as plant pots.

Scenario: Road has been BLGU has allocation for road

concreted. maintenance. To add, in order to

Operation and

No problem with possible prevent erosion of the gravel

increase of vehicles passing shoulders, a resident suggested that

maintenance phase through the road. they would plant on the shouldering.

issues PB Aparece added that the barangay

also conducts monthly community

cleaning (locally known as

boluntaryo)

Suggested impact Aside from the anticipated issues and its corresponding mitigations/ responses

mitigation measures mentioned on the previous table, the TA-PMIC also identified potential issues and

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Table 12. Summary of Stakeholder Views of the Road Rehabilitation in Talibon. Date of Consultation: June 22, 2017 Venue: Barangay Hall of Magsaysay, Talibon Total number of participants: 36 Group represented: Barangay Officials of Magsaysay, Officers and Members of PO (KUPPARD),

WMPCO Staff, MPDO/PPMO (RIE, TEO, WMO), LGU representative, CESM consultants and staff Facilitator: Engr. Walter Boloyos and Fo. Maria Lorena Castino Questions Responses

mitigation measures that the subproject might face. These issues and measures are

all captured on the Environmental Impact Mitigation Plan of Talibon.

B. Information Disclosure

143. After study completion, the IEE documenting the mitigation measures and consultation process will be submitted to ADB for posting on their website, DENR-FMB, the Municipality of Talibon, Bohol and the two affected Barangay offices, the Provincial Environmental and Natural Resource Officer, and DENR regional office, which will make them available to the public. More informal and vigorous level of disclosure and consultation will be done during implementation through:

• The preparation and dissemination of a brochure in local languages, explaining the affected peoples’ entitlements and the procedures for obtaining compensation for temporary disturbances, trees, crops, and land for construction camps and recording grievances; and

• Setting up a formal grievance redress committee with a representation from the affected people. Field consultant in association with the Contractor will be responsible for managing the effective grievance redress program.

VII. GRIEVANCE REDRESS MECHANISM

144. The Local Government Unit of Talibon has properly conducted the consultations with the different stakeholders of the sub-project site. However, it still has to make room for possible issues, concerns, or grievances and disputes arising from the communities in relation to the project implementation. Thus, it sets up a Grievance Redress Mechanism to provide a venue for resolving grievances and disputes even at the lowest level. This will be done to resolve disputes as early and as quickly as possible before it escalates to an unmanageable level. 145. Since, the community consultations were conducted smoothly and no adverse or violent reactions have been noted, there are only minor grievances that are anticipated which may arise. These are listed below:

1) Road accessibility related grievances – This may include complaints from

communities using the roads under repair or construction due to temporary obstruction, which may cause delay in travel time and other inconveniences of the travelling public.

2) Construction related grievances – Community members may demand to be hired as

part of the labor force in the project construction/implementation. This may also

include complaints of community members regarding noise, drainage, and etc.

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146. Since, the community consultations were conducted smoothly and no adverse or violent reactions have been noted, there are only minor grievances that are anticipated which may arise. These are listed below:

1) Road accessibility related grievances – This may include complaints from communities using the roads under repair or construction due to temporary obstruction, which may cause delay in travel time and other inconveniences of the travelling public.

2) Construction related grievances – Community members may demand to be hired as

part of the labor force in the project construction/implementation. This may also

include complaints of community members regarding noise, drainage, and etc.

147. A subproject-specific grievance redress mechanism will be established at the PPCO to receive, evaluate and facilitate the complaints/grievances of affected persons on the sub-project’s environmental performance. This mechanism will be disclosed to the host communities before start of civil works.

148. The grievance redress committee (GRC) will be chaired by the PPCO head. Members will include the following: (i) designated GRM officer of PPCO, (ii) contractor’s highest official at the site such as the Construction Manager or the Construction Superintendent; and (iii) barangay chairperson. For the quick filing of complaints, the GRC will use the attached grievance intake form (Appendix No. 2). The PPCO's GRM officer will be responsible for registration of grievances and communication with the aggrieved party.

149. The steps to be followed in filing complaints and the procedures for redress are the following:

(i) complainant will provide the background and file the complaint verbally or in writing to the PPCO, and the PPCO's GRM officer will assist the complainant in filling-up the grievance intake form;

(ii) within 2 working days, the GRM Officer, contractor’s representative, and complainant will discuss if the complaint can be resolved without calling for a GRC meeting;

(iii) within 3 days of lodging the complaint, the PPCO's GRM officer will provide the complainant a written feedback on the process, steps and timeframe for resolving the complaint.

(iv) if the complaint cannot be resolved, a GRC meeting with the complainant will be called within 5 working days;

(v) the GRC will have 15 working days to resolve the complaint; (vi) the complainant will receive feedback from the PPCO's GRM officer within 5

working days after the various steps of the GRM are completed; and (vii) if unsatisfied with the decision, the existence of the GRC will not impede the

complainant's access to the Government's judicial, administrative remedies or

through concerned government agencies (e.g., Community Environment and

Natural Resources Office and Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office

of DENR, Regional offices of the Environmental Management Bureau, etc.)

150. The GRC will receive, follow-up and prepare monthly reports regarding all complaints, disputes or questions received about the Project and corresponding actions taken to resolve the issues. These reports will be included in the semi-annual environmental monitoring reports to be submitted to ADB.

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VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

A. Implementation Arrangements

151. Institutions responsible for executing and monitoring the implementation of the EMP are presented in Table 13.

Table 13. Responsibilities for EMP Implementation

Agency Responsibilities

LGU of Talibon, Bohol • Executing agency with overall responsibility for project construction and operation • Ensure that sufficient funds are available to properly implement the EMP • Ensure that Project implementation complies with Government environmental policies and regulations

• Ensure that the Project, regardless of financing source, complies

with the provisions of the EMP and ADB Safeguard Policy Statement 2009 • Obtain necessary environmental approval(s) from the Environmental Management Bureau and/or other concerned government agencies prior to commencement of civil works

• Ensure that tender and contract documents for design, supervision

and civil works include the relevant EMP requirements • Establish an environmental grievance redress mechanism, as described in the IEE, to receive and facilitate resolution of affected peoples' concerns

• Submit semi-annual monitoring reports on EMP implementation to

ADB.

Existing ADB Project Management • Project management office with direct responsibility for the Office implementation of civil works, engineering designs and project

coordination. • Ensure that EMP design measures are incorporated in the detailed

design

• Ensure that EMP provisions are strictly implemented and monitored during various project phases (design/pre-construction, construction and operation) to mitigate environmental impacts to acceptable levels • Include relevant provisions of the EMP in the bid and contract documents for design, civil works and supervision.

PPMO, and Watershed • Closely monitor contractor’s environmental performance and over- Management And Project all implementation of the EMP

Coordination Offices (WMPCO) • Prepare semi-annual environmental monitoring reports on status of EMP implementation for submission to ADB

• Based on the results of EMP monitoring, identify environmental corrective actions and prepare a corrective action plan, as necessary, for submission to ADB • Responsible for coordinating with EMB, Local Government Units (LGU), and other concerned agencies related to environmental aspects for maintaining project`s compliance with environmental permits.

TA – PMIC, and National Project • . Engage environment specialists who will undertake supervision

Coordinating Office and monitoring of EMP implementation and contractor’s

environmental performance

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Table 13. Responsibilities for EMP Implementation

Agency Responsibilities

• As part of day-to-day project supervision, closely supervise and monitor the contractor’s implementation of mitigation measures specified in the EMP • Assist PMU and WMPCO in preparing semi-annual environmental monitoring reports on status of EMP implementation. Such report will include results of ambient environmental monitoring to be conducted by the contractors.

Contractors • Recruit qualified environmental and safety officer to ensure compliance with environmental statutory requirements, contractual obligations and EMP provisions

• Provide sufficient funding and human resources for proper and

timely implementation of required mitigation and monitoring measures in the EMP • Implement additional environmental mitigation measures, as necessary, to avoid, minimize and/or compensate for adverse impacts due to construction works and related activities performed by the contractor.

EMB - DENR • Review and approve environmental assessment reports required by the Government • Undertake monitoring of the project’s environmental performance based on their mandate

ADB • Conduct periodic site visits to assess status of EMP implementation and over-all environmental performance of the Project • Review environmental monitoring reports submitted by the executing agency to ensure that adverse impacts and risks are properly addressed • Publicly disclose through posting on ADB’s website environmental monitoring reports, corrective action plans, new or updated IEE (if any) prepared by the executing agency during project implementation

Existing ADB Project Management • Project management office with direct responsibility for the Office implementation of civil works, engineering designs and project

coordination. • Ensure that EMP design measures are incorporated in the detailed

design

• Ensure that EMP provisions are strictly implemented and monitored during various project phases (design/pre-construction, construction and operation) to mitigate environmental impacts to acceptable levels

• Include relevant provisions of the EMP in the bid and contract documents for design, civil works and supervision.

PPMO and WMPCO • Closely monitor contractor’s environmental performance and over- all implementation of the EMP • Prepare semi-annual environmental monitoring reports on status of EMP implementation for submission to ADB

• Based on the results of EMP monitoring, identify environmental corrective actions and prepare a corrective action plan, as necessary, for submission to ADB • Responsible for coordinating with EMB, Local Government Units (LGU), and other concerned agencies related to environmental aspects for maintaining project`s compliance with environmental permits.

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Table 13. Responsibilities for EMP Implementation

Agency Responsibilities

TA - PMIC and NPCO • . Engage environment specialists who will undertake supervision and monitoring of EMP implementation and contractor’s environmental performance • As part of day-to-day project supervision, closely supervise and

monitor the contractor’s implementation of mitigation measures

specified in the EMP • Assist PMU and WMPCO in preparing semi-annual environmental monitoring reports on status of EMP implementation. Such report will include results of ambient environmental monitoring to be conducted by the contractors.

Contractors • Recruit qualified environmental and safety officer to ensure compliance with environmental statutory requirements, contractual obligations and EMP provisions • Provide sufficient funding and human resources for proper and timely implementation of required mitigation and monitoring measures in the EMP

• Implement additional environmental mitigation measures, as

necessary, to avoid, minimize and/or compensate for adverse impacts due to construction works and related activities performed

by the contractor.

EMB - DENR • Review and approve environmental assessment reports required by the Government • Undertake monitoring of the project’s environmental performance

based on their mandate

ADB • Conduct periodic site visits to assess status of EMP implementation and over-all environmental performance of the Project • Review environmental monitoring reports submitted by the executing agency to ensure that adverse impacts and risks are

properly addressed

• Publicly disclose through posting on ADB’s website environmental monitoring reports, corrective action plans, new or updated IEE (if any) prepared by the executing agency during project implementation

B. Environmental Mitigation

152. Table 14 presents environmental mitigation measures to address anticipated adverse impacts of the Sub-project. The EMP also shows responsibilities for implementation of mitigation measures and corresponding supervision and monitoring.

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Table 14: Environmental Impact Mitigation Plan

Project Potential Mitigation Measures Institutional Cost

Component/Activity Environmental Responsibilities Estimates

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Pre-Construction Phase

Confirmation of no No negative Conducted Consultation

required resettlement, environmental meetings with barangay officials

relocations, and impacts and concerned POs’ officers and WMPCO

compensation members LGU of Talibon

PPMO

Conducted information

awareness campaign regarding

subproject location

Identification and Lack of information Subproject sites validation with

prioritization of road and/or low following conditions:

section where re- participation of the ensure that the INREMP

gravelling will be done community, validation process on subproject

particularly women implementation is being complied WMPCO

and marginalized with LGU of Talibon

PPMO

sectors hold consultative meetings with

balanced representation of men

and women and affected persons

on the subproject components

and management plan

Preparation of detailed Minimize negative Work with LGU RI Engineer for the

engineering designs and environmental completion of the proposed

programs of work for the impacts upgraded access road detailed

subproject designs and to ensure the following

measures are included:

identification of spill management

prevention and emergency

response plans for all

construction sites;

LGU of Talibon WMPCO

locate aggregate borrow pits and

PPMO

rock supply areas away from

human settlements with fencing

and access barriers;

for local residents: include

specific plan to notify and provide

them schedule to minimize

disruption to normal commercial

and residential activities

Recruitment of workers Gender Hire local workers as much as LGU of

discrimination and possible, and give equal privilege

Talibon /

tendency to recruit for women to get involved in Contractor

WMPCO

outsiders selected tasks appropriate for

PPMO

them

Construction Phase

Construction materials Pollution, injury, Procure construction Contractor LGU of Part of the

acquisition, transport interrupted usual materials from sources with Talibon / contractor’

access, and storage road use, disrupted valid environmental WMPCO s contract

system access, noise

PPMO

clearances, i.e. for sand,

gravel and timber from those

with valid DENR-MGB/EMB

permits.

All borrow pits and quarries

should be approved by

Municipal Engineering

Division.

Select pits and quarries in

areas with low gradient and as

close as possible to

construction the sites.

Required aggregate volumes

must be carefully calculated

prior to extraction to prevent

wastage.

Pits and quarries should not be

located near surface waters,

forested areas, critical habitat

for wildlife, or cultural objects

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and landmarks.

If aggregate quarrying from fluvial environments is required

small streams and rivers should

be used, and dry alluvial plains preferred.

All topsoil and overburden removed should be stockpiled

for later restoration.

All borrow pits and quarries should have a fence perimeter

with signage to keep public

away.

After use pits and quarries should be dewatered and

permanent fences installed with

signage to keep public out, and

restored as much as possible

using original overburden and

topsoil.

Unstable slope conditions in/adjacent to the quarry or pit

caused by the extractions

should be rectified with tree

planting.

Define & schedule how materials are extracted from

borrow pits and rock quarries,

transported, and handled &

stored at sites.

Define and schedule how fabricated materials such as

steel, wood structures, and

scaffolding will be transported and handled.

All aggregate loads on trucks should be covered.

Clearing and removal of Damage landscape Restrict vegetation removal to Contractor LGU of Part of the obstructions within RoWs. Talibon / contractor’

In case, no trees will be removed WMPCO s contract without prior approval of PPMO concerned government agency.

The contractor will not use or permit the use of wood as a fuel

for the execution of any part of

the works, including but not

limited to the extent practicable

shall ensure that fuels other than

wood are used for cooking.

Within RoWs, minimize land cover removals, and install

protective physical barriers

around trees.

All RoWs to be re-vegetated and landscaped after construction

completed.

Consult PENRO/CENRO to determine the most successful

restoration strategy and

techniques.

Soil erosion High suspended Berms, and plastic sheet Contractor LGU of Part of the solid contents of fencing should be placed Talibon / contractor’ river, around all excavations and WMPCO s contract sedimentation. earthwork areas. PPMO

Earthworks should be conducted during dry periods.

Maintain a stockpile of topsoil for immediate site restoration

following backfilling.

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Protect exposed or cut slopes with planted vegetation and

have a slope stabilization

protocol ready.

Re-vegetate all soil exposure areas immediately after work is

completed.

minimize damage and cutting of surrounding vegetation during

slope formation,

prevent erosion and protect the cut slope with temporary

drainage as soon as practicable

after cutting, and

If new erosion occurs accidentally, back fill

immediately to restore original

contours.

Ground surface leveling Degradation of All construction sites should be Contractor LGU of Part of the and gravelling of terrestrial and located away from forested or Talibon / contractor’ existing road aquatic resources, plantation areas as much as WMPCO s contract

and decreased possible. PPMO

water quality All construction fluids such as oils, and fuels should be stored

and handled away from forested

and plantation areas.

No waste of any kind is to be discarded on land or in

forests/plantations.

Erosion channels must be built around aggregate stockpile areas

to contain rain-induced erosion.

Earthworks should be conducted during dry periods.

All construction fluids such as oils, and fuels should be stored

and handled with extra care away

from surface waters.

No waste of any kind is to be thrown in surface waters.

No washing or repair of machinery near surface waters.

Pit latrines to be located away from surface waters.

No unnecessary earthworks in or adjacent to water courses.

No aggregate mining from rivers or lakes.

Minimize the use of heavy equipment at steep slopes.

Civil works (Concrete Air pollution, land All construction sites should be Contractor LGU of Part of the Pavement) and water located away from forested or Talibon / contractor’

contamination, and plantation areas as much as WMPCO s contract traffic & access possible. PPMO

problems, All construction fluids such as oils, and fuels should be stored

and handled away from

forested and plantation areas.

No waste of any kind is to be discarded on land or in

forests/plantations.

Protective berms, plastic sheet fencing, or silt curtains should

be placed between all

earthworks and nearby surface

waters.

Erosion channels must be built around aggregate stockpile

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areas to contain rain-induced

erosion.

Earthworks should be conducted during dry periods.

All construction fluids such as oils, and fuels should be stored

and handled with extra care

away from surface waters.

No waste of any kind is to be thrown in surface waters.

No washing or repair of machinery near surface waters.

Pit latrines to be located away from surface waters.

No unnecessary earthworks in or adjacent to water courses.

No aggregate mining from rivers or lakes.

Implementation of noise Noise, Dust, Air Regularly apply wetting agents Contractor LGU of Part of the and dust control Pollution to exposed soil and Talibon / contractor’ measure construction roads. WMPCO s contract

Cover or keep moist all PPMO stockpiles of construction

aggregates, and all truckloads

of aggregates.

Minimize the time for excavations and exposed soil

are left open or exposed.

Backfill immediately after work

is completed.

As much as possible, restrict working time between 07:00

and 17:00, in particular,

activities such as pile driving,

etc.

Maintain equipment in proper working condition

Replace unnecessarily noisy vehicles and machinery.

Vehicles and machinery to be turned off when not in use.

Construct temporary noise barriers.

Dust and noise from Noise, Dust provision of noise control Contractor LGU of Part of the borrow pits measures to comply with Talibon / contractor’

national standards, watering of WMPCO s contract the earth roads close to the PPMO

settlements, use covered truck,

secure appropriate environmental permits,

the borrow and material dumping sites must be access

controlled to keep away

unauthorized entry of people,

grazing cattle and any other

stray animals, and

protective gear like ear plugs will be provided to operating

personnel if they are exposed to noise levels beyond threshold

limits.

Implementation of spoil Contamination of Uncontaminated spoil to be Contractor LGU of Part of the management and land and surface disposed of in government – Talibon / contractor’ control measure waters from designated sites, which must WMPCO s contract

excavated spoil, never be in or adjacent surface PPMO

and construction waters. Designated sites must be

waste clearly marked and identified.

Spoil must not be disposed of on

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sloped land, near cultural

property or values, ecologically

important areas, or on/near any

other socially or ecologically

sensitive feature.

Where possible spoil should be used at other construction sites,

or disposed in spent quarries or borrow pits.

A record of type, estimated volume, and source of disposed

spoil must be recorded.

Uncontaminated spoil to be disposed of in government –

designated sites, which must

never be in or adjacent surface

waters. Designated sites must be

clearly marked and identified.

Spoil must not be disposed of on sloped land, near cultural

property or values, ecologically important areas, or on/near any

other socially or ecologically

sensitive feature.

Where possible spoil should be used at other construction sites,

or disposed in spent quarries or

borrow pits.

A record of type, estimated volume, and source of disposed

spoil must be recorded.

Contaminated spoil disposal must follow government regulations

including handling, transport, treatment (if necessary), and

disposal.

Suspected contaminated soil must be tested, and disposed of

in designated sites identified as

per government regulations.

Before treatment or disposal contaminated spoil must be

covered with plastic and isolated

from all human activity.

Solid and liquid Contamination of Management of general solid and Contractor LGU of Part of the construction waste land and surface liquid waste of construction will Talibon / contractor’ management system waters from follow government regulations to WMPCO s contract

construction waste include covering, collecting, PPMO handling, transporting, recycling,

and disposing waste created from

construction activities and the work force.

Disposal areas for solid and liquid waste must be determined by the

government.

Disposal of waste should be catalogued for type, estimated

weigh, and source.

Construction sites should have large garbage bins.

A schedule of solid and liquid waste pickup and disposal must

be established and followed that

ensures construction sites are as

clean as possible.

Solid waste should be separated and recyclables be sold to buyers

in the community.

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Hazardous Waste

Collection, storage, transport, and disposal of hazardous waste

such as used oils, gasoline, paint,

and other toxics must follow government regulations.

Wastes should be separated (e.g., hydrocarbons, batteries,

paints, organic solvents)

Wastes must be stored above ground in closed, well labeled,

ventilated plastic bins in good

condition, away from construction

activity areas, all surface water, water supplies, and cultural and

ecological sensitive receptors.

All spills must be cleaned up completely with all contaminated

soil removed and handled with by

contaminated spoil sub-plan.

Construction drainage Loss of drainage Provide adequate short-term Contractor LGU of Part of the system and rain water drainage away from construction Talibon / contractor’

natural channels sites to prevent ponding and WMPCO s contract flooding. PPMO

Prevent borrow pits and quarries to be filled with water. Pump

periodically to infiltration areas or

nearby water courses.

Install temporary storm drains or ditches for construction sites

Ensure connections among surface waters (ponds, streams)

are maintained or enhanced to

sustain existing storm water

storage capacity.

Protect surface waters from silt and eroded soil.

Water quality Water and soil Set up proper and adequate Contractor SPMU Part of the sanitary facilities, PPMO Contractor’ Ensure strict observance of s contract proper waste handling and

disposal and proper sanitation

including by the contractors and

its workers,

Provide wastewater treatment facility (e.g., septic tank), and

Trucks and other vehicle maintenance should be strictly

controlled to prevent the

discharge of waste into the river

system. Wastewater from the

construction works containing

high concentration of suspended

solids should be treated through

sedimentation tanks.

The discharge of cement-laden water and slurry during concrete

mixing may contaminate water

resources and damage

productive land in the

surrounding areas. To mitigate

possible effects of cement-laden

water and slurry, the Contractor

shall 1) collect and retain all the

concrete washout water and

solids in leak proof containers, so

that this does not reach the soil

surface and then migrate to

surface waters or into the ground

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water, 2) recycle the collected

concrete washout water and

solids, and/or 3) use of a

washout pit made with a plastic

lining that can be dug into the

ground or built above grade.

Implement construction Loss of drainage Provide adequate short-term Contractor SPMU Part of the drainage system and rain water drainage away from construction PPMO Contractor’

natural channels sites to prevent ponding and s contract flooding.

Prevent borrow pits and quarries to be filled with water. Pump

periodically to infiltration areas or

nearby water courses.

Install temporary storm drains or ditches for construction sites

Ensure connections among surface waters (ponds, streams)

are maintained or enhanced to sustain existing storm water

storage capacity.

Protect surface waters from silt and eroded soil.

Workers health, safety Land and people proper fencing, protective Contractor SPMU Part of the and hygiene barriers, and buffer zones should PPMO Contractor’

be provided around all s contract construction sites,

sufficient signage and information disclosure, and supervisors and

night guards should be placed,

worker and public safety guidelines should be followed,

provide adequate sanitation and waste disposal at construction

sites,

the contractor will not hire children and pregnant women,

standing water suitable for disease vector breeding should

be filled in,

worker education and awareness seminars for construction

hazards should be given at the beginning of the construction

phase. A construction site safety program should be developed

and distributed to workers,

appropriate safety clothing, footwear, gloves, hard hats, eye

protection and other PPE should

be mandatory for all construction

workers,

adequate medical services must be on site or nearby all

construction site,

drinking water must be provided at all construction sites,

sufficient lighting be used during necessary night work, and

all construction sites should be examined daily to ensure unsafe

conditions are removed.

Traffic safety and Road accidents Throughout the construction period, Contractor LGU of Part of the management the contractor will ensure that Talibon / contractor’

affected people are provided WMPCO s contract adequate and safe access to PPMO

properties (structures, land, etc.). All

construction vehicles observe speed

limits on the construction sites and to

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provide adequate signage, barriers,

and flag persons for traffic control.

Sign postings such as ‘men working’,

‘Keep left/right’, ‘construction ahead’,

and ‘speed limit’, should be used for

traffic management and road safety.

As much as possible, road works will

be confined to one half of the road

width at each section to provide

access to pedestrian and vehicles

during construction works.

Ecological environment Minor vegetation Construction vehicles will operate Contractor LGU of Part of the (Flora and Fauna) loss within the corridor of impact to Talibon / contractor’

avoid damaging soil and WMPCO s contract vegetation. PPMO

Avoid soil compaction around trees. Generally the rule will be to

avoid driving heavy equipment or

trucks anywhere into the 'drip- line' of a tree.

In case, no trees will be removed without prior approval of

concerned government agency.

The contractor will not use or permit the use of wood as a fuel

for the execution of any part of

the works.

No work camps will be located in ecologically sensitive sites such

as protected and conservation

areas, or densely vegetated site.

Workers shall be prohibited from hunting/trapping wildlife.

Damaged to properties Land The contractor will immediately Contractor SPMU Part of the repair and/or compensate for any PPMO Contractor’ damage that it causes to properties s contract (houses, farmlands, aquaculture

ponds, irrigation canals, and others),

community facilities such as water

supply, power supply, communication facilities and the like.

Access roads used for transport of

construction materials and other construction-related activities will be

maintained by the Contractor in at

least in their pre-project condition for

the duration of construction.

Concrete washout Soil and water The Contractor shall 1) collect and Contractor SPMU Part of the contamination retain all the concrete washout water PPMO Contractor’ and solids in leak proof containers, s contract so that this does not reach the soil

surface and then migrate to surface

waters or into the ground water, 2)

recycle the collected concrete

washout water and solids, and/or 3)

use of a washout pit made with a

plastic lining that can be dug into the

ground or built above grade.

Use of Hazardous People, land and Vehicle maintenance and refueling Contractor SPMU Part of the Substances water will be confined to areas in PPMO Contractor’

construction sites designed (with s contract concrete flooring, drainage leading to

oil and water separator, etc.) to

contain spilled lubricants and fuels.

Spill waste will be disposed to sites

approved by the concerned

government agency and following

national regulations. Adequate

precaution will be taken to prevent

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oil/lubricant/ hazardous substances

contamination of channel beds.

Spillage if any will be immediately

cleared with utmost caution to leave

no traces. All areas intended for

storage of hazardous materials will

be quarantined and provided with

adequate facilities to combat

emergency situations such as fire,

spills, etc. in compliance with all the

applicable statutory stipulation. The

personnel in-charge of these sites

will be properly trained and these

areas will be access controlled and

entry will be allowed only under

authorization. Hazardous wastes will

be collected, stored, transported and

disposed consistent with national

regulations to ensure that these will

not cause pollution of surrounding

areas.

Public safety People installation of sturdy fencing

around excavation areas and

construction sites,

provision of proper signage and

lighting at night at the periphery

of the construction site to warn

and direct traffic and pedestrians,

deployment of security personnel

in hazardous areas to restrict

public access,

imposition of speed limits for

construction vehicles along

residential areas and where there

are other sensitive receptors, and

orientation of drivers on safe

driving practices to minimize

accidents and to prevent spill of

hazardous substances and other

construction materials during

transport.

Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Phase

Operation of upgraded Increased risk of Set speed limit when passing LGU of WMPCO Part of the

access road accident or injury, through populated area Talibon PPMO proponents

air pollution and Provide appropriate warning signs DENR obligation

noise. and lighting

Obstruction of run-

Regular removal of debris, logs

and other materials along

off along drainage drainage canals to avoid clogging

canals causing run- Regular vegetation control along

off overflow leading run-off area to ensure free flow

to erosion of the Ensure that existing

road environmental management

Exploitation of

policies are effectively

implemented and proper

natural resources

coordination involves different

in the area

agencies.

Unplanned

Adherence to land use and

zoning regulations

urbanization

Promote tourism in the area

Increased delivery

through advertisement from the

local and nationwide venue.

of agricultural

products

Tourism

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C. Environmental Monitoring

153. Table 15 presents the environmental monitoring activities to be undertaken during various project phases. Monitoring of the contractor’s environmental performance in terms of implementation of mitigation measures during construction phases shall be undertaken by the community at the barangay level, and SSE. The ESS shall be assisted by TA-PMIC in preparing semi-annual environmental monitoring reports. Such report will be submitted by the proponent to ADB and will be publicly disclosed on ADB’s website. The monitoring reports shall describe in detail the status of EMP implementation and compliance issues as well as corrective actions, if any. 154. The ESS during project implementation will be required organize a community level environmental monitoring. Prior to commencement of site works, the ESS and SSS shall undertake consultations with affected residents, barangay and/or officials to encourage them to participate in the community level environmental monitoring program. The locals shall be allowed to freely participate during the environmental monitoring to be conducted by the LGU together with SSS and ESS. The SSE, ESS and WMPCO shall provide orientation on how to undertake monitoring using the Environmental Monitoring Framework shown below:

COMMUNITY LEVEL CONSTRUCTION MONITORING FORM

Sub-project Name: Location: Reporting Period:

Impact/ Mitigation Compliance Comment on Reasons for Partial or Non- Measures Attained (Yes, Compliance

No, or Partial)

1

2

3

Recommendation/s:

Signature: Date:

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Table 15. Environmental Monitoring Plan

Activities Location Means of Frequency of Responsible Monitoring

Monitoring Monitoring Unit Cost

Pre-

Construction

Completion of Final location Review of the Prior to issuance of SPMO, INREMP the Sub- of the SPD NOL WMPCO, Project Cost Project subproject PPCO with

Documents SSS and

ESS, ADB

Completion of Final location Review of Prior to approval of SPMO, INREMP

detailed of the detailed design detailed design WMPCO, Project Cost engineering subproject documentation PPCO with

design in SSS and

accordance ESS, ADB

with EMP

requirements

Completion of Final location Confirm IEE Prior to issuance of SPMO, INREMP

social and of the report and NOL WMPCO, Project Cost environmental subproject disclosed to the PPCO with

safeguards public SSS and

ESS, ADB

Establishment Final location Confirm GRM is Prior to start of site SPMO, INREMP

of grievance of the established and works WMPCO, Project Cost redress subproject disclosed to the PPCO with

mechanism public SSS and

ESS

Construction

Implementation As indicated Site visit, ocular Monthly and as SPMU, INREMP

of construction in IEE EMP inspections, part of regular WMPCO, Project Cost phase Table 23 for interviews with project supervision PPMO,

environmental specific local residents, NCIP with

mitigation mitigation coordination with Random checks SSS and

measures measures concerned and to validate ESS

specified in (e.g., barangay/s complaints

IEE EMP subproject

road, borrow

sites,

construction/

workers’

camps, air

and noise,

water

contamination

and others)

155. The NPCO shall submit the following environmental reporting documentation to ADB:

Environmental Monitoring Reports: Semi-annual environmental monitoring reports will be submitted by NPCO to ADB. The report, which will be prepared by ESS with assistance for TA-PMIC, will provide the following information:

Background/Context of the monitoring report (adequate information on the project, including physical implementation progress of project activities,

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scope of monitoring report, reporting period, and the monitoring requirements including frequency of submission as agreed upon);

Compliance with applicable government laws, regulations and requirements;

Changes in project scope and adjusted safeguard measures, if applicable; Monitoring parameters/indicators and methods based on the monitoring

plan/program in the EMP; Monitoring results compared against the objectives of safeguards or

desired outcomes documented (e.g. environmental impacts avoided or minimized, etc.);

If noncompliance or any major gaps identified, include a corrective action plan;

Records on disclosure of monitoring information to affected communities; Summary of environmental mitigations and compensation measures

implemented; Identification of key issues, or complaints from affected people, or

recommendations for improvement; Monitoring adjustment measures recommended based on monitoring

experience/trends and stakeholders response; Information about actual institutional arrangement for implementing the

monitoring program/plan provided or adjusted, as may be required;

Proposed items of focus for the next report and due date.

Project Completion Report: One (1) year after completion of the construction, the NPCO through its ESS shall submit a Project Completion Report which will include the overall environmental performance of the Sub-project.

IX. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

A. Conclusion

156. The present IEE reviewed the general environmental profile of the subproject and screened them to assess potential impacts. The IEE reveals that no major negative environmental impacts are likely to occur due to the construction activities and normal operations after the proposed rehabilitation. Implementation of appropriate mitigation measures during construction and operation phases will minimize the negative impacts of the Project to acceptable levels. To ensure that these mitigation measures are implemented and negative impacts avoided, the measures will be included in the civil works bid and contract specifications of the Project.

157. Rural infrastructures like roads and water supply projects, arguably are vital structures needed to spur economic development in Talibon, Bohol, with full potentials and opportunities owing to its varied development zones and natural resources. 158. The Rehabilitation of the road project for one shall be a crucial infrastructure for uplifting the quality of life of the people by providing an all-year-round easy and affordable access, improving the prompt delivery of basic services, increasing economic opportunities, and supporting the NRM project activities of the constituents, thus supporting the developing economy of Magsaysay, cascading benefits to the entire municipality.

159. Hence, the Project will have overall beneficial impact and will have minor negative impacts that will be carefully monitored and adequately mitigated through implementation of the EMP.

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B. Recommendation

160. The main goal of the project is to support the NRM activities of POs. However, the end goal of the sub-project is to provide an all-year-round easy and affordable access thereby improving the prompt delivery of basic services, increasing economic opportunities and conditions and uplifts the quality of life of the inhabitants, especially the constituents.

161. The project will have a direct benefit of savings in transportation cost of agricultural and non - agricultural products, savings of passenger transportation expense and increase Net Value Added from the agricultural production as more farmlands will be utilized due to access to market and trade and the corollary increase in agricultural productivity growth, because of the availability of appropriate technologies to farmers. In addition, indirect will also be experienced especially people who are near the project site. Some of the indirect benefits is creation of jobs in the influence areas and improve economic situation of the influence barangays, good transportation for all women and children in going to public premises like schools, market and hospitals and increase farm produce and increase number of cultivated lands near the road.

162. The performance indicators that the project will provide to the influences area are on: socioeconomic, agricultural and environmental specifically reduce transportation cost per passenger, high agricultural traffic savings in transportation cost and high Non-Agricultural traffic savings in transportation cost. Whereas, performance indicators that the project will be effective to the NRM site in terms of: increase production of farmlands, increase number of hectares cultivated lands and easier access to transport inputs from market to farm

163. The Proposed rehabilitation of the Magsaysay Road will boost the economic activities of

the influence area which is currently experiencing stagnation due mainly to inaccessibility. With

the project, socio-economic services will be easier not only for the public sector but also to

private and semi-private providers. This will entice the community to gradually eliminate

economic activities in the Forest Protection Zone, and instead, concentrating their activities in the

Forest Production Zone of the WMA. In this way, the people will become the guardian of the

natural resources of the upper slopes of the WMA guaranteeing stable supply of water and other

natural resources in the lower portion of the watershed.

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Appendix 1. Stakeholder Consultations (Minutes, Photos, Attendance)

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Appendix 2. Grievance Intake Form

Name of Project, Subproject and Location

Project (indicate name of project) welcomes complaints, suggestions, comments and queries regarding the project implementation and its stakeholders. We encourage persons with grievance to provide their name and contact information to enable us to get in touch with you for clarification and feedback.

Should you choose to include your personal details but want that information to remain confidential, please inform us by writing/typing "(CONFIDENTIAL)" above your name.

Thank you.

Contact Information

Name Gender □ Male

□ Female

Home Address Age

Phone No.

City/Province Email Complaint/Suggestion/Comment/Question Please provide the details (who, what, where and how) of your grievance below:

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How do you want us to reach you for feedback or update on your comment/grievance?

Portion to be filled in by PPCO staff (designated Grievance Redress Mechanism Officer): Date received:

Received __ In person __ mail __ email __ fax __ phone __ sms through:

Name of staff

who received

comment/

complaint

Position of staff:

Type of

Grievance:

Remarks

Signature of staff

Updates on the case:

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Date: Update Updated by (Name, Signature and

Designation)

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