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NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CULTURE AND THE ARTS Highlights of the Minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting

16 December 2020 (Thursday) / 1:04 P.M.- 5:10P.M.

via Zoom

Commissioners Present:

Hon. Arsenio J. Lizaso, Chairman, National Commission for Culture and the Arts and

President, Cultural Center of the Philippines

Hon. Rene R. Escalante, Chairman, National Historical Commission of the Philippines

Hon. Jeremy R. Barns, Director-General, National Museum of the Philippines (NM)

Hon. Cesar Gilbert Q. Adriano, Director, National Library of the Philippines (NLP),

Hon. Victorino Mapa Manalo, Executive Director, National Archives of the Philippines (NAP)

Hon. Arthur P. Casanova Acting-Chairman, Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino

Hon. Al Ryan S. Alejandre Executive Director, NCCA

Hon. Abubacar Datumanong, Head, Subcommission on Cultural Communities and

Traditional Arts (SCCTA)

Hon. Michael F. Manalo, Head, Subcommission on Cultural Heritage (SCH)

Hon. Roland B. Tolentino, Head, Subcommission on the Arts (SCA)

Hon. Vicente C. Handa, Head, Subcommission on Cultural Dissemination (SCD)

Commissioner/s Represented:

Hon. Sherwin Gatchalian Chairperson, Senate Committee on Basic Education,

Arts and Culture

Represented by Sen. Maria Lourdes Nancy S. Binay,

18th Congress Senator and Alternate Representative of

Sen. Gatchalian

Hon. Roman T. Romulo Chairperson, Committee on Basic Education and Culture,

House of Representatives, represented by Atty. Devi Katerina

S. Martinez-Negre, Senior Political Affairs Officer,

Office of Congressman Romulo

Hon. Annalyn M. Sevilla Undersecretary for Finance-Budget and Performance Monitoring,

Department of Education (DepED) represented by Director

Bettina L. Daytec-Aquino, Director III and Mr. Steven Arevalo

Hon. Edwin R. Enrile Undersecretary for Legal and Special Concerns,

Department of Tourism(DOT) represented by Asec. Roberto P.

Alabado III, Department of Tourism

Secretariat Members Present:

Ms. Marichu G. Tellano Deputy Executive Director

Ms. Adelina M. Suemith Chief, Program Monitoring and Evaluation Division

Mr. Herencio Y. Llapitan, Chief, Finance-NEFCA Division

Mr. Bernan Joseph R. Corpuz, Supervising Officer for Administration/Head,

Board Secretariat, Office of the Chairman (OC)

Mr. Ferdinand P. Isleta OIC, Plan/Policy Formulation and Programming Division

(P/PFPD)

Mr. Rene S. Napeñas, Head, Public Affairs and Information Section

Ms. Myla T. Buan, Board Secretary, OC

Ms. April P. Benosa, Administrative Services Officer, OC


Other/s Present:

Atty. Gabriel S. Villanueva, State Solicitor, OSG

Atty. Mylene G. Bendijo, Associate Solicitor I, OSG

Mr. Lawrence Charles E. Salazar, Head, PPFPD – Cultural Heritage Section

Ms. Renee C. Talavera, Head, PPFPD – Cultural Communities and Traditional

Arts Section

Ms. Corinnah Anne Olazo, Head, PPFPD-Cultural Dissemination Section

Ms. Mary Anne M. Luis, Head, International Affairs Section-Sentro Rizal

Ms. Caroline Mizal, Planning Officer III, Planning and Policy Section (PPS)

Mr. Juan Miguel Trinidad, in-charge, Cultural Communities and Traditional Arts Section, PMED

Mr. Joseph Cristobal, Project Director, PCEP

Mr. Aaron James R. Veloso, Project Manager, MET

Mr. Edison Molanida, Project Coordinator, OED-LCAC

Ms. Vanessa M. Nicolas, Project Officer, SPS-ODED

Ms. Elijah Aban, Project Officer, OED ARU-ONA

Mr. Roche Keanu C. Severo, Project Officer, OED ARU-GAMABA

1. CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order by the presiding officer at 1:04 PM upon determination of a

quorum.

2. ADOPTION OF THE PROPOSED AGENDA

The board adopted the proposed agenda as amended.

3. REPORT OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Minutes of the September 17, 2020 Commission Meeting

The board approved the minutes of the December 2020 meeting as presented.

4. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES OF THE September 17, 2020

REGULAR COMISSION MEETING

4.1 Report to the Board of Commissioners on the usage of the term National Living

Treasure

Whether it’s in Filipino or English, everyone was encouraged to remember to use the proper

term, “Manlilikha ng Bayan” or “National Living Treasure”.

4.2 Update on the Rehabilitation and Conservation of the Metropolitan Theater

Project

[U]pon motion made and duly seconded, the Commission approved this Resolution:

Resolution No. 2020-348

Approving Various Matters for the Implementation of the

Rehabilitation and Conservation of the Metropolitan Theater

WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Theatre (MET), a National Cultural Treasure declared by the National Museum

(NM), and a National Historical Landmark declared by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines

(NHCP), is a property of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), purchased in 2015;

WHEREAS, the NCCA is implementing the project “Conservation and Rehabilitation of the Metropolitan

Theater (MET);

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners approved the deletion of the cinematheque and black box theater

during its 21 November 2017 meeting;

WHEREAS, the authority to certain matters on the implementation of the Rehabilitation and Conservation of

the Metropolitan Theater, including Variation Orders beyond PhP 5 million, is reserved to the Board of

Commissioners;


WHEREAS, the Technical Working Group, the Project Management Team and the Chairman recommended the

approval of these matters as absolutely necessary for the execution of the project;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, That the Commission hereby

APPROVES the following additional/revised plans and construction drawings for the Rehabilitation and

Conservation of the Metropolitan Theater:

1.The Eastwing courtyard;

2.The audio-visual (AV) room;

3. The control booth in the loge area;

4.The lighting plans (striplights and follow-spots); and,

5. Other additional scopes.

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Commission, APPROVES the proposed variation (change order)

for the Design, Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Theater Cinema Projection, Equipment, and Audio System

for the Metropolitan Theater in line with the Dolby Atmos accreditation, provided that the change in materials shall

not cause an increase (positive net variation) in the total contract price.

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Commission, in line with the delegation of authority for matters

regarding the Metropolitan Theater, NOTES:

1. Variation Order (VO) no.16 under the Project’s Phase I, which covers necessary works to complete the East

Wing Courtyard and to include additional pay items for the building permit of the project’s Phase I. The net

amount of the variation order is PhP2,382,623.55. The approval of the VO is contingent on the approval of the

commensurate funding from the Department of Budget and Management.

Further, that the Commission authorizes the Chairman to approve the proposed variation (change order) for the

additional / change of materials covered by the plans approved above (i.e., audio-visual room, control booth,

lighting plans, etc.), provided that nay issued VO be presented for confirmation of the board in its next meeting.

2. VO no. 1 under the Project’s Phase II, which covers changes in specifications of some line items and deletion of

unnecessary items in the Bill of Quantities (BOQ), with a net variation amount of (negative) PhP 1,404,333.20.

3. VO no. 1 of the project Design, Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of Theatre Lights for the

Metropolitan Theater, with a net variation amount of (positive) PhP 486,691.52.

4. The use of inabel fabrics designed by Manlilikha ng Bayan Magdalena Gamayo for the covering of the acoustic

treatment for the walls in the orchestra, balcony, and loge sections.

5. Change of the designation of Ar. Reynaldo S. Lita from Officer-in-Charge, Office of the Project Manager, MET

Project Management Team, to Vice Chairperson, MET Technical Working Group.

4.3 Letter of the NCCA to the Heritage Conservation Society regarding its Petition to declare the

Philamlife Building as an Important Cultural Property (ICP)

The letter of the Heritage Conservation Society to the Office of the President was referred by the

latter to the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP). The said letter was then passed

on by the NHCP to the Office of the Solicitor General for a legal opinion on the issues raised.

5.COMMISSION MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION/CONSIDERATION/PPROVAL/

CONFIRMATION

5.1 Request for Approval of the General Guidelines of the Haligi ng Dangal Awards

The board approved the revision to provision “R” Amendment/Revision to “The criteria and

allocation maybe reviewed, revised and updated accordingly upon the recommendation by the NCAAA

prior to the official call for nomination every other year, which shall be approved by the Chair, through

the Executive Director. The board shall be informed of any update on the categories for the

implementation year, as well as the winner for the covered year”.




Approving and Adopting the General Guidelines of the

NCCA Haligi ng Dangal Awards

WHEREAS, Commission is mandated to extend recognition of artistic achievement through awards and

grants and service to artists and groups which contribute significantly to the Filipino cultural legacy [Sec. 12

(a)(4)];

WHEREAS, the NCCA Haligi ng Dangal Awards is an institutional program of the National Committee

on Architecture and Allied Arts (NCAAA) with funding allocation from the Commission;

WHEREAS, the NCCA Haligi ng Dangal Awards is a biennial award which encourages excellence in

design expressing Philippine cultural identity in the global milieu in the fields of architecture, landscape

architecture, interior design, and town and/or environmental planning;

WHEREAS, the NCAAA initiated the endeavor to give due recognition and provide avenue for Filipino

architects and other allied practitioners to come up with designs rooted on Philippine culture;

WHEREAS, the Subcommission on the Arts (SCA) and the NCAAA through Memorandum dated 29

October 2020 request and recommend the adoption of the General Guidelines of the NCCA Haligi ng Dangal

Awards;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, To Approve and Adopt the

General Guidelines of the NCCA Haligi ng Dangal Awards, herewith attached as Annex A;

RESOLVED FURTHER, Board Resolution No. 2018-283 “Adopting the Guidelines of the Haligi ng

Dangal Awards 2018” is hereby rescinded.

5.2 Request for Confirmation of 2020 SUDI Awards Winners and Special Citations

The board confirmed the 2020 SUDI Awards’ (National Music Awards) winners and special

citations. Resolution No. 2020–350

Confirming the 2020 SUDI Awards’

(National Music Awards) Winners and Special Citations

WHEREAS, the SUDI Awards (National Music Awards) is a national music award that aims to recognize

outstanding contributions of Filipino musical works, creators, institutions, and researchers across genres and modes

of productions with the highest standard and artistic excellence;

WHEREAS, the SUDI Awards is consistent with the Commission’s mandate to extend recognition of

artistic achievement through awards and grants and service to artists and cultural groups which contribute

significantly to the Filipino’s cultural legacy [Sec. 12 (a)(4)];

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Board Resolution No. 2020-334 dated 17 September 2020, the Commission

approved and adopted the Guidelines of the SUDI Awards (National Music Awards);

WHEREAS, under 5.7 of the Screening and Selection Process of the guidelines of the SUDI Awards, the

Organization of Experts and the Board of Jury will recommend the awardees to the NCCA Board of Commissioners

for confirmation;

WHEREAS, the adjudication for 2020 SUDI Awards was held on 18 November 2020 with the following as

members of the Board of Jury: Mr. Francis Reyes; Mr. Christian Bautista; Mr. Melchor Villena; Ms. Rachelle

Gerodias; Dr. Elena Mirano; Dr. Jose Buenconsejo; Mr. Bobby Barreiro; Mr. Andre Alvarez; Mr. Lutgardo Labad;

Dr. Felipe de Leon, Jr., head of the NCCA National Committee on Music; and Mr. Ryan Cayabyab, National Artist

for Music and chairman of the board of jury;

WHEREAS, the Board of Jury declared 10 winners for the years 2009 to 2009, 10 winner for the years

2010 to 2020 and eight special citations;

WHEREAS, in a memorandum dated 26 November 2020, the National Committee on Music requested for

the confirmation of the 2020 SUDI Awards’ winners and special citations;


NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, in view of the foregoing

premises, That the following 2020 SUDI Awards’ (National Music Awards) Winners and Special Citations are

hereby CONFIRMED:

10 winners for the years 2000 – 2009:

1.Prof. Benicio Sokkong

2.Ms. Carmencita Guanzon Arambulo

3.98.7 DZFE-FM “The Master’s Touch”

4.Mr. Gary Granada

5.Ms. Grace Nono

6.Mr. José Iñigo Homer Lacambra Ayala

7.Loboc Children’s Choir

8.Maestro Josefino Toledo

9.Dr. Raul Sunico

10.UP Singing Ambassadors.

10 winners for the years 2010 – 2020:

1.Acapellago

2.Ateneo Chamber Singers

3.Mr. Vincent Ferdinand Dancel

4.Mr. Gerard Salonga

5.Mr. Aristotle Pollisco

6.Mr. Jonathan Manalo

7.Mr. Noel G. Cabangon

8.Rak of Aegis

9.Philippine Madrigal Singers

10.The 70’s Bistro Bar

Eight special citations:

1.Akapela Open

2.Elements Music Camp

3.PhilpopMusicFest Foundation

4.Pinoy Playlist Music Festival

5.Bayanihan Musikahan

6.Mr. Bob Aves

7.Prof. Danongan Sibay Kalanduyan

8.Route 196

5.3 Request to Approve and Endorse to the President of the Philippines the result

of the deliberations of the 2020 Philippine Heritage Awards

The board approved to endorse to the President the result of the deliberations of the 2020 Philippine

Heritage Awards, subject to presentation of the requested visuals.

5.4 Request for the Confirmation of the Term of Office and Membership of ExecutiveCouncil Members

of the National Committees on Architecture and Allied Arts, Cinema,Dramatic Arts, and Music under

the Subcommission on the Arts for the term 2020-2022

The board confirmed the term of office and membership of new Executive Council members of

the National Committees on Architecture and Allied Arts, Dramatic Arts, Music and Cinema for the

term 2020-2022.

Resolution No. 2020–351

Confirming the Term of Office and Membership of Executive Council Members of the National

Committees on Architecture and Allied Arts, Dramatic, Music and Cinema under the

Subcommission on the Arts

for the term 2020-2022

WHEREAS, Section 39 of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act (RA) no. 7356

provides for the creation of various National Committees (NCs) under each of the four Subcommissions (SCs);

WHEREAS, Section 58 of the same IRR stipulates that the specific membership requirements,

qualifications, criteria and composition of the NCs shall be approved and promulgated by the Commission through

Board Resolution upon the recommendation of the respective national committees;


WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 64 of the same IRR, the officers and members of the ExeCon shall be

elected for a term of three years, reckoned from January 1, 2011, thereafter, for as long as he/she remains a member of

the ExeCon,and shall not serve for more than two consecutive terms, to ensure broad representation among artists and

cultural workers;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2016-376, dated 31 August 2016, “Approving the Specific

Membership Guidelines and Election Rules of the National Committee on Architecture and Allied Arts (NCAA)”, the

Executive Council (ExeCon) of the NCAAA shall consist of 13 members including representatives from six

institutions and seven individual members from the regions;

WHEREAS, the Subcommission on the Arts (SCA) and the NCAAA, per Memorandum No. MM-PPF/AS-

2020-11-006 dated 27 November 2020, strongly recommended the confirmation of Ar. Sylvester Shaun D. Seňo

and LAr. Zayra B. Bulawan as Council of Deans and Heads of Architecture Schools in the Philippines

(CODHASP) and Southern Luzon representatives respectively, in the ExeCon of the NCAAA for the term 2020-

2022;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2019-307, dated 21 March 2019, “Approving the Specific

Membership Guidelines and Election Rules of the National Committee on Dramatic Arts (NCDA)”, the Executive

Council (ExeCon) of the NCDA shall consist of 13 members including representatives from the Eastern Visayas and

the East National Capital Region (NCR);

WHEREAS, the SCA and the NCDA, per Memorandum No. MM-PPFPD–SCA-2020-10-001 dated 07

October 2020, strongly recommended the confirmation of Mr. Jonas Lim and Mr. Romualdo Protacio as

Eastern Visayas and East NCR representatives respectively, in the ExeCon of the NCDA for the term 2020-2022;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2016-366, dated 28 July 2016, “Approving the Specific

Membership Guidelines and Election Rules of the National Committee on Music (NCM)”, the ExeCon of the NCM

shall consist of 13 members including representatives from the Visayas region, industry and

administration/management sectors ;

WHEREAS, the SCA and the NCM, per Memorandum No. MM-PPF/AS-2020-10-004 dated 21 October

2020, strongly recommended the confirmation of Mr. John Philip J. Lesaca as Music Industry Sector

Representative, Mr. Arjay N. Viray, Administration Sector Representative and Mr. Gerardo Vicente A. Muyuela,

DMA as Visayas Representative, and Prof. Peter Ian C. Buaya as Mindanao Representative in the ExeCon of the

NCM for the term 2020-2022;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2019-329, dated 18 June 2019, “Approving the Specific

Membership Guidelines and Election Rules of the National Committee on Cinema (NCC)”, the ExeCon of the NCC

shall consist of 13 members representing various sectors and regions, including the Film

Exhibition/Distribution/Theater Owners sector;

WHEREAS, the SCA and the NCC, per Memorandum No. MM-PPF/AS-2020-10-005 dated 26 October

2020, strongly recommended the confirmation of Mr. Hector G. Calma as Representative of the Film

Exhibition/Distribution/Theater Owners sector in the ExeCon of the NCC for the term 2020-2022;

WHEREAS, Mr. Calma will fill in the vacant seat of the representative of the Film

Exhbition/Distribution/Theater Owners sector in the ExeCon of the NCC following the resignation of Mr. Vicente

Nebrida on July 7, 2020 due to personal reasons;

WHEREAS, under the same board resolutions, all members of the ExeCon must be officially confirmed in

writing by the NCCA;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, To Confirm the Term of Office

and Membership of the following Executive Council Members of the National Committees on Architecture and

Allied Arts, Dramatic Arts, Music and Cinema under the Subcommission on the Arts for the term 2020-2022:

National Committee on Architecture and Allied Arts

Ar. Sylvester Shaun D. Seňo Council of Deans and Heads of Architecture

Schools in the Philippines (CODHASP)

representative

LAr. Zayra B. Bulawan Southern Luzon representative

National Committee on Dramatic Arts

Mr. Jonas Lim Eastern Visayas Representative

Mr. Romualdo Protacio East NCR Representative

National Committee on Music

Mr. John Philip J. Lesaca Music Industry Sector Representative

Mr. Arjay N. Viray Administration Sector Representative

Mr. Gerardo Vicente A. Muyuela, DMA Visayas Representative

Prof. Peter Ian C. Buaya Mindanao Representative


National Committee on Cinema

Mr. Hector G. Calma Film/Distribution/Theater Owners Sector

Representative vice Mr. Vicente Nebrida

5.5 Request for the Confirmation of the Term of Office and Membership of Executive Council Members

of the National Committees Historical Research, Archives and Monuments and Sites under the

Subcommission on Cultural Heritage for the term 2020- 2022

The board confirmed the term of office and membership of the new Executive Council members

of the National Committees in Historical Research, Archives and Monuments and Sites for the term

2020-2022.



Confirming the Term of Office and Membership of

Executive Council Members of the

National Committees Historical Research,

Archives and Monuments and Sites

under the SubCommission on Cultural Heritage for the term 2020-2022

WHEREAS, Section 39 of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act (RA) no. 7356

provides for the creation of various National Committees (NCs) under each of the four Subcommissions (SCs);

WHEREAS, Section 58 of the same IRR stipulates that the specific membership requirements, qualifications,

criteria and composition of the NCs shall be approved and promulgated by the Commission through Board Resolution

upon the recommendation of the respective national committees;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 64 of the same IRR, the officers and members of the ExeCon shall be elected

for a term of three years, reckoned from January 1, 2011, thereafter, for as long as he/she remains a member of the

ExeCon,and shall not serve for more than two consecutive terms, to ensure broad representation among artists and

cultural workers;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2016-370, dated 28 July 2016, “Approving the Specific

Membership Guidelines and Election Rules of the National Committee on Historical Research (NCHR)”, the ExeCon of

the NCHR shall consist of 13 members including the officially designated representative of the Philippine National

Historical Society, one of the major national historical organizations;

WHEREAS, in its letter to the Commission dated 01 August 2020, the PNHS designated Dr. Marcelino M.

Macapinlac as its official representative to the ExeCon of the NCHR for the term 2020-2022, vice Dr. Antonio C. Hila;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2019-302, dated 21 February 2019, “Approving the Specific

Membership Guidelines and Election Rules of the National Committee on Museums (NCOM)”, the ExeCon of the

NCOM shall consist of 13 members including the officially designated representative of the South Luzon Association

of Museums (SLAM);

WHEREAS, in its letter to the Commission dated 10 August 2020, the SLAM designated Ms. Gemma Saguitan

San Jose as its official representative to the ExeCon of the NCOM for the term 2020-2022, vice Ms. Angelina L. Amat;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2019-294 , dated 24 January 2019, “Approving the Specific

Membership Guidelines and Election Rules of the National Committee on Archives (NCA)”, the ExeCon of the NCA shall

consist of 13 members who are the officially designated representatives of the following institutions / organizations and

regions and the incumbent committee may vote to fill up the vacancy;

WHEREAS, the ExeCon of the NCA during its third regular meeting held on 23 September 2020, Mr. Cedric G.

Dayta was voted as the representative of the region of Mindanao for the term 2020-2022 to fill up the vacancy;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2016-393, dated 28 September 2016, “Approving the Specific

Membership Guidelines and Election Rules of the National Committee on Monuments and Sites (NCMS)”, the ExeCon of

the NCMS shall consist of 13 members which shall include the officially designated representative of the National

Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP);

WHEREAS, the NHCP in its letter dated 05 November 2020, recommended Mr. Benjamin Concepcion E.

Empleo, Architect II of its Historic Preservation Division, as official representative to the ExeCon of the NCMS;


WHEREAS, the Subcommission on Cultural Heritage (SCH), per Memorandum No. MM-PPFPD–SCH-2020-

10-110 dated 09 November 2020, strongly recommended the confirmation of Dr. Marcelino M. Macapinlac as

ExeCon member of the NCHR representing the PNHS, Ms. Gemma Saguitan San Jose as ExeCon member of the NCOM

representing SLAM, Mr. Cedric G. Dayta as Executive Council member of the NCA representing Mindanao, and Mr.

Benjamin Concepcion E. Empleo, as Executive Council member of the NCMS representing the NHCP, for the term 2020-

2022, as endorsed by their respective National Committees and the Subcommission on Cultural Heritage;

WHEREAS, under the same board resolutions, all members of the ExeCon must be officially confirmed in

writing by the NCCA;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, To Confirm the Term of Office and

Membership of Dr. Marcelino M. Macapinlac as Executive Council Member of the National Committee on

Historical Research, representing the Philippine National Historical Society (PNHS) vice Dr. Antonio C. Hila, Ms.

Gemma Saguitan San Jose as Executive Council member of the National Committee on Museums representing the

South Luzon Association of Museums (SLAM) vice Ms. Angelina Amat, Mr. Cedric G. Dayta as Executive Council

member of the National Committee on Archives representing Mindanao, and Mr. Benjamin Concepcion E.

Empleo, representing the National Historical Commission of the Philippines in the Executive Council of the National

Committee on Monuments and Sites, under the Subcommission on Cultural Heritage for the term 2020-2022.

6. PROJECT PROPOSAL/S FOR CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL

6.1 Request for Cancellation of various approved projects under the National

Committee on Music and Approval of a new project “Educational Advancement:

Transcribing and Production of Visayan Folksongs for Digitalization and

Production of Instructional Music Materials for Distance and Blended

Learning

The board approved the withdrawal and cancellation of Board Resolution Nos. 2020-146, 2020-

152, 2020-156, 2020-157, 2020-158, 2020-160 and 2020-161 because of the grantees inability to

implement the projects during the pandemic. The board also approved the request for approval of a new

project “Educational Advancement: Transcribing and Production of Visayan Folksongs

for Digitalization and Production of Instructional Music Materials for Distance and Blended

Learning” in the amount of PhP 450,000.00.

[U]pon motion made and duly seconded, the Commission approved these Resolutions:

Resolution No. 2020 –353

Approving the withdrawal and cancellation

of Various Approved Projects

under the National Committee on Music

Thereby, Cancelling Board Resolution Nos.

2020-146, 2020-152, 2020-156, 2020-157, 2020-158,

2020-160and 2020-161

WHEREAS, the Commission appropriated funding assistance for various projects approved under the National

Committee on Music pursuant to Board Resolution Nos. 2020-146, 2020-152, 2020-156, 2020-157, 2020-158, 2020-160

and 2020-161;

WHEREAS, the grantees have expressed their request to withdraw and cancel their projects given the

challenges and constraints in fulfilling requirements and taking the necessary action in the implementation due to the

prevailing condition brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic;

WHEREAS, the Subcommission on the Arts and the National Committee on Music in its memorandum to the

Board of Commissioners dated 16 October 2020, requested and recommended approval of the cancellation and

withdrawal of projects approved pursuant to Board Resolution Nos. 2020-146, 2020-152, 2020-156, 2020-157, 2020-

158, 2020-160 and 2020-161, and to utilize a portion of the funding allocated to the said projects in the amount Four

Hundred Fifty Thousand Pesos (PhP450,000.00) for a new project, “Educational Advancement: Transcribing and

Production of Visayan Folksongs for Digitalization and Production of Instructional Music Materials for Distance and

Blended Learning” to be implemented by the Friends of the Environment in Negros Oriental, (FENOR) Inc.


NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, To APPROVE the withdrawal and

cancellation of the following projects and board resolutions:

Res. No. Project Title Grantee Amount Approved / Savings

(PhP)

2020-146

Division Seminar Workshop on

Rondalla, Wind Bamboo

Instruments

Dep Ed Division of Dapitan

City

200,000.00

2020-152 Kalutang Festival

DepEd Division of

Marinduque

250,000.00

2020-156 Benguet Music Festival Provincial Government of

Benguet

200,000.00

2020-157 Turumba Festival Municipal Government of

Pakil, Laguna

100,000.00

2020-158 Apalit Campampangan Music

Festival

Municipality of Apalit 150,000.00

2020-160 MusikaTiSangkailian: Sto. Nino

Rondalla Ensemble

Sto. Nino Central School

SPED Center

100,000.00

2020-161 MusikoDigosenio Digos City National High

School

100,000.00

Total Amount/Savings 1,100,000.00

RESOLVED FURTHER, That Board Resolution Nos. 2020-146, 2020-152, 2020-156, 2020-157, 2020-158,

2020-160 and2020-161 approving support and funding for the aforementioned projects are hereby cancelled;

RESOLVED FINALLY, That a portion of the amount previously approved and allocated to projects approved

pursuant to Board Resolution Nos. 2020-146, 2020-152, 2020-156, 2020-157, 2020-158, 2020-160 and2020-161 in the

amount of Four Hundred Fifty Thousand Pesos (PhP 450,000.00) shall be utilized as funding for a new project under the

National Committee on Music [“Educational Advancement: Transcribing and Production of Visayan Folksongs for

Digitalization and Production of Instructional Music Materials for Distance and Blended Learning”].


Approving a Grant to the

Friends of the Environment in Negros Oriental, (FENOR) Inc.

for the implementation of the project

Educational Advancement: Transcribing and Production of Visayan Folksongs for Digitalization and Production of

Instructional Music Materials for Distance

and Blended Learning

WHEREAS, the Commission is mandated to support and encourage artistic creation within a climate of artistic

freedom, develop and promote the Filipino national culture and arts; and preserve Filipino cultural heritage;

WHEREAS, the Subcommission on the Arts and the National Committee on Music(NCMusic) in its

memorandum to the Board of Commissioners dated 16 October 2020, requested and recommended approval of the

cancellation and withdrawal of projects approved pursuant to Board Resolution Nos. 2020-146, 2020-152, 2020-156,

2020-157, 2020-158, 2020-160 and 2020-161, and to utilize a portion of the funding allocated to the said projects in

the amount Four Hundred Fifty Thousand Pesos (PhP450,000.00) for a new project, “Educational Advancement:

Transcribing and Production of Visayan Folksongs for Digitalization and Production of Instructional Music Materials for

Distance and Blended Learning”;

WHEREAS, the said implementation of the new NCMusic project is in line with the provisions and guidelines

of Board Res. No. 2020-321, General Guide and Conditions on the Implementation of 2020 Projects, i.e. in time for the

Pandemic situation;

WHEREAS, project “Educational Advancement: Transcribing and Production of Visayan Folksongs for

Digitalization and Production of Instructional Music Materials for Distance and Blended Learning” is collaborative effort

of local artists, music arrangers, performers and singers that intends to transcribe, arrange and perform selected 25

Visayan folk songs collected by Prof. Priscilla Magdamo-Abraham;

WHEREAS, the project is geared towards the strengthening of Filipino identity in the Visayas and re-affirm

the diverse musical traditions, practices, and culture which can foster sustenance of local arts and culture;

WHEREAS, by virtue of Board Resolution No. 2020-350, the Commission approved the withdrawal and

cancellation of several projects approved pursuant to Board Resolution Nos. 2020-146, 2020-152, 2020-156, 2020-157,

2020-158, 2020-160 and 2020-161,


NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, To Approve a Grant to Friends of

the Environment in Negros Oriental, (FENOR) Inc. for the implementation of the project Educational Advancement:

Transcribing and Production of Visayan Folksongs for Digitalization and Production of Instructional Music

Materials for Distance and Blended Learning in the amount of Four Hundred Fifty Thousand Pesos Only

(PhP450,000.00), subject to availability of funds and issuance of Notice of Cash Allocation (NCA) from the

Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and to applicable government accounting, auditing rules and

regulations;

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the budget/funding of PhP450,000.00shall be sourced from the budget

previously approved and allocated for the projects withdrawn and cancelled per Board Resolution No. 2020-353.

6.2 Request for Approval of the Re-alignment of the Budget from the project “NCCA Radio

and TV Program- “Sagisag Kultura” to various Documentation and Online Projects

The board deferred action on the project. The secretariat will re-study the matter and

once ready with its position, the request would be circulated for approval by the board through

ad referendum.

6.3 Purchase of Published Novels of National Artist F. Sionil Jose for PhP54,950.00

The board approved the request to purchase 100 copies each of National Artist F. Sionil Jose’s

“My Brother, My Executioner [Aking Kapatid, Aking Berdugo] and The Pretenders [Mga

Mapagpanggap] in the amount of Fifty Four Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty Pesos (PhP 54,950.00) to

be charged to the NCCA Revolving Fund-GAA.


Resolution No. 2020– 355

Approving to Purchase copies of

National Artist F. Sionil Jose’s

My Brother, My Executioner and The Pretenders

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 12 (c) of Republic Act 7356, the National Commission for Culture and the

Arts (NCCA) is mandated to ensure the widest dissemination of artistic and cultural products among the greatest

number across the country and overseas for their appreciation and enjoyment;

WHEREAS, under the same section, the NCCA shall encourage and support programs through publication,

exhibition, production, performance, staging, and reproduction of original Filipino creations;

WHEREAS, National Artist F. Sionil Jose submitted a request to the NCCA to purchase copies of the

Filipino translation of his two novels “My Brother, My Executioner [Aking Kapatid, Aking Berdugo] and The

Pretenders[Mga Mapagpanggap]”, for distribution to public schools;

WHEREAS, in line with the provisions of Board Resolition No. 2006-178, “Approving the Guidelines on the

General Revolving Fund”, the secretariat is recommending the purchase of 100 copies each per title for an aggregate

amount of PhP54,950.00 for distribution to public schools, selected public libraries, different networks, and inclusion

in the cultural packages to be given to the Sentro Rizals abroad;

RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, To Approve to Purchase 100 copies each of National Artist F.

Sionil Jose’s “My Brother, My Executioner [Aking Kapatid, Aking Berdugo] and The Pretenders [Mga

Mapagpanggap] in the amount of Fifty Four Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty Pesos (PhP 54,950.00), chargeable to

the NCCA Revolving Fund-General Appropriations Act, subject to availability of funds and issuance of Notice of Cash

Allocation (NCA) from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and to applicable government accounting

and auditing rules and regulations.

6.4 Request of the National Archives of the Philippines for extension of the grant

received from the NCCA (Planning for NAP Headquarters Building)

The board approved the extension of the MOA between and NCCA and NAP for the

project “Planning for the NAP Headquarters Building” from December 31, 2020 to December 31, 2021.



Resolution No. 2020– 356

Approving the Extension of the Memorandum of Agreement between the

National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the National Archives of the Philippines(NAP) for the

project, “Planning for the NAP Headquarters Building”

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 12 (b) of Republic Act 7356, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts

(NCCA) is mandated to conserve and promote the nation's historical and cultural heritage;

WHEREAS, the project “Planning for the NAP Headquarters Building” was approved by the NCCA with

funding of Five Million Pesos (PhP5,000,000.00), pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2017-199;

WHEREAS, the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) entered into by the NCCA and NAP for the project

“Planning for the NAP Headquarters Building” is until December 31, 2020;

WHEREAS, the National Archives of the Philippines (NAP) in its letter to the Commission dated 04 and 10

December 2020, requested for an extension of the project grant because the project has not been fully completed because

of the complexity of the scope involved and the current situation of the country regarding the pandemic caused by

COVID-19 also contributed to the delay in the implementation;

WHEREAS, the Commission, in the spirit of cooperation among cultural agencies, and in recognizing the

importance of the project for the preservation of our archival heritage, has agreed to extend the validity of the MOA from

December 31, 2020 until December 31, 2021;

RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, To Approve the extension of the Memorandum of Agreement

between the National Commission for Culture and the Arts and the National Archives of the Philippines for the project

“Planning for the NAP Headquarters Building”, approved pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2017-199;

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the validity of the said Memorandum of Agreement shall be extended from

December 31, 2020 until December 31, 2021.

6.5 Request to cancel the 2020 projects under the National Committee on Architecture & Allied Arts

The board approved the withdrawal and cancellation of projects approved pursuant to Board

Resolution Nos. 2020-065 “Disenyong Panloob: Alay Para sa Inklusibong Lipunan”, 2020-066

“Upcycling Towards a Sustainable Creative City of Baguio” and 2020-067 “Habang May Retaso, May

Trabaho: Pagtataguyod ng Sining at Kultura sa Pamamagitan ng Gawaing Upcycling” in the total amount

of PhP 1,500,000.00. It was explained that the grantees have expressed their request to withdraw and

cancel their projects due to their inability to implement the projects during the pandemic.


Resolution No. 2020 –357

Approving the withdrawal and cancellation

of Various Approved Projects

under the National Committee on Architecture and Allied Arts

Thereby, Cancelling Board Resolution Nos.

2020-065, 2020-066 and 2020-067

WHEREAS, the Commission appropriated funding assistance for various projects approved under the

National Committee on Architecture and Allied Arts pursuant to Board Resolution Nos. 2020-065, 2020-066 and

2020-067;

WHEREAS, the grantees have expressed their request to withdraw and cancel their projects due to their

inability to implement the projects during the time of the pandemic;

WHEREAS,the Subcommission on the Arts and the National Committee on Music in its memorandum to

the Board of Commissioners dated 15 December 2020, requested and recommended approval of the cancellation and

withdrawal of projects approved pursuant to Board Resolution Nos. 2020-065 “Disenyong Panloob: Alay Para sa

Inklusibong Lipunan”, 2020-066 “Upcycling Towards a Sustainable Creative City of Baguio” and 2020-067

“Habang May Retaso, May Trabaho: Pagtataguyod ng Sining at Kultura sa Pamamagitan ng Gawaing Upcycling”;


NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, To APPROVE the withdrawal

and cancellation of the following projects and board resolutions:

Res. No. Project Title Grantee Amount Approved / Savings (PhP)

2020

-065

Disenyong Panloob: Alay Para sa

Inklusibong Lipunan

Council of Interior Design

Educators 300,000.00

2020

-066

Upcycling Towards a Sustainable

Creative City of Baguio

University of Baguio

Alumni Foundation 300,000.00

2020

-067

Habang May Retaso, May Trabaho:

Pagtataguyod ng Sining at Kultura sa

Pamamagitan ng Gawaing Upcycling

Philippine Institute of

Interior Designers (PIID) 900,000.00

Total Amount/Savings 1,500,000.00

6.6 Request for Approval for NCCA to enter into partnership with Tourism and

Promotions Board and for the Chairman to sign the Memorandum of Agreement

The board approved the MOA between the NCCA and TPB and also authorized the

NCCA chairman and executive director to sign the said MOA for and on behalf of the NCCA.



Approving the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between

the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB)

and

the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA)

to implement the collaborative partnership for the

Airport Rebranding Initiatives,

as well as

Authorizing the NCCA Chairman and the Executive Director to sign for and on behalf of the NCCA the said

MOA

WHEREAS, the State recognizes culture as a human rights to be accorded the respect and allowed to

flourish, that the Filipino national culture shall be evolved and developed by the people themselves in a climate of

freedom and responsibility, and that the Filipino national culture shall be equitable, effectively creating and distributing

cultural opportunities to all;

WHEREAS, TPB is the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism (“DOT”), responsible for marketing and

promoting the Philippine domestically and internationally as a major global tourism destination, highlighting its

uniqueness, and assisting the development of its tourism products and services, with the purposed of increasing tourist

arrivals and tourism investment;

WHEREAS, the Tourism Industry is one of the most affected sectors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which

led to a decrease in Philippine tourism revenue of about PHP81.05B (or a 66.7% dip in the first half of the year), and a

recorded 54.02% decrease in foreign arrivals (January – June 2020 vis-à-vis same period in 2019) that caused countless

job losses in the industry;

WHEREAS, one of the approved strategies of the TPB Board of Directors is the Safe Bangon Turismo which

intends to roll out the Bounce Back PH Tourism Program and re-establish the Philippines as a preferred destination for

identified customer interests;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 265 Series of 2020, “Reprogramming of Reverted

Contribution to the Bayanihan Act, and Additional Freed-Up Amount from the Administrative and Other Operating

Expenses, the Board of Directors approved the Airport Branding Initiative also known as the Airport Rebranding

Initiatives, to be implemented from the 4th Quarter of 2020 until 2021;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 12(c) of Republic Act No. 7356 (RA 7356),the NCCA shall ensure the

widest dissemination of artistic and cultural products among the greatest number across the country and overseas for their

appreciation and enjoyment. It shall, with the cooperation of the Department of Tourism, Interior and Local Government,

Foreign Affairs and all other concerned agencies, public and private, reorient tourism programs to become an instrument

for popular education of our people and others about the best of our heritage and creativity;

WHEREAS, the NCCA is the overall policy making body, coordinating, and grants giving agency for the

preservation, development, and promotion of the Philippines arts and culture;


WHEREAS, TPB and NCCA agreed to implement the project, “Airport Rebranding Initiatives”, which will

be implemented on the 4th Quarter of 2020 to until 2021at the NAIA Terminals 1 & 3, Iloilo International Airport, Bohol-

Panglao International Airport, and Francisco Bangoy International Airport;

WHEREAS, the PROJECT is in line with the approved TPB 2020 Reprogrammed Corporate Operating Budget

(COB) under Marketing Communications Department;

WHEREAS, the PROJECT aims to dovetail the country’s boosting of its domestic tourism and subsequent

opening of gateways to international markets in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic since airports are considered as

important gates of communication, and the enhancement of which is a major step in improving the country’s tourism

development;

WHEREAS, the PROJECT serves as platform to promote the Philippines’ culture closer to visitors and to bring

an immediate genuine and fun experience to domestic and international tourists arriving or departing from NAIA

Terminals 1 & 3, Iloilo International Airport, Bohol-Panglao International Airport, and Francisco Bangoy International

Airport;

WHEREAS, both Parties have agreed to work closely in implementing the PROJECT;

WHEREAS, TPB will release and transfer to NCCA the funds in the total amount of FIFTY-NINE MILLION

FIVE HUNDRED FORTY-ONE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FIFTY PESOS AND 27/100 (PHP59,541,950.27),

chargeable against the approved 2020 Reprogrammed Corporate Operating Budget (COB) under Marketing

Communications Department. The funds shall be used exclusively for the agreed components of the project,

such as the concept, development and exhibition of the said airports;

WHEREAS, NCCA shall perform and execute requirements for the PROJECT, in accordance with existing

laws, rules and regulations, to wit: (a) Ensure the implementation of the Airport Rebranding Initiatives until December

2021; (b) Be the Implementing Agency of the PROJECT in regular consultation with the Technical Working

Committee; (c) Create a TPB-NCCA-MIAA Technical Working Committee (TWC) to ensure smooth

implementation of the PROJECT, which shall be composed of permanent representatives from TPB, NCCA, and

Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA);

WHEREAS, detailed functions, obligations and duties of both parties including concerns on the funds to be

transferred by the TPB to this Commission shall be clearly stipulated as mutually agreed upon and stated in the MOA,

herewith attached as Annex B;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED, as it is hereby RESOLVED, to APPROVE the Memorandum of

Agreement between the TPB and the NCCA to mutually implement the project, “Airport Rebranding Initiatives”;

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the NCCA Chairman and the Executive Director are hereby authorized to

sign the said Memorandum of Agreement for and on behalf of the NCCA.

7. COMMISSION MATTERS FOR INFORMATION

7.1 2020 Recipients of the Gawad Rolando S. Tinio para sa Tagasalin

The board noted the report of the secretariat as the regards the winners of the 2020 Gawad

Rolando S. Tinio para sa Tagasalin, namely: Poetry: G. Louie Jon Sanchez for “Tiempong-Tiempo:

Salin sa Filipino ng mga Piling Tula ni Edith L. Tiempo” ni G. Louie Jon Sanchez. Novel: “Mga Ibong

Lumalagablab, Nobelang Filipino Tungkol sa Giyera "Los Pajaros de Fuego” by G. Felino S. Garcia.

“Tiempong- Tiempo: Salin sa Filipino ng mga Piling Tula ni Edith L. Tiempo”.

7.2 Status Report of CY 2020 NEFCA Statistical Report / Project Fund as of November 30,

2020

The board noted the CY 2020 NEFCA Statistical Report/Project Fund as of 30 November 2020.


PART II-Evaluation of CY 2021 PROJECT PROPOSALS

8. REPORT ON THE STATISTICAL DATA ON PROJECT PROPOSALS FOR 2021

The secretariat presented and discussed the following: a) types of NCCA grants and assistance, b)

graphical presentation of the different levels/processes of review and approval of the project grants for CY

2021, c) statistical report on projects received and endorsed, d) allocation of the NEFCA project fund per

grant assistance, e) recommendation in the project revalida, f) graphical presentation of the allocation of the

NEFCA project fund per grant assistance, g) projects per island cluster, f) graphical presentation of island

cluster share of allocations, and i) projects by type of grantees.

9. COMPETITIVE GRANTS ASSISTANCE

Subcommission on Cultural Dissemination/Subcommission on Cultural Communities and

Traditional Arts/Subcommission on Cultural Heritage/Subcommission on the Arts

The board approved the competitive grants projects and corresponding

budget under the four subcommissions.

10. COMPETITIVE –INSTITUTIONAL Subcommissions and National Committees /Commission

The board approved the various CY 2021 programs and projects and their

corresponding budget under Competitive- Institutional (Subcommissions and National

Committees/Commission)

11. INSTITUTIONAL GRANTS ASSISTANCE-Commission Administrative/NC/SC Programs and

Projects

The board approved the various CY 2021 programs and projects and

their corresponding budget under the Institutional Grants Assistance- Commission Administrative(NC/SC

Programs and Projects).

12. INSTITUTIONAL- COMMISSION (Administrative & Festivals and Events

[laws and directives])

The board approved the various CY 2021 programs and projects and them

corresponding budget under the Institutional-Commission (Administrative, Festivals and Events

[with laws and directives])

13. INSTITUTIONAL- Documentation/Information

The board the following documentation and information programs and projects: Sagisag Kultura,

PAIS Documentation and Promotional Fund, Padayon: The NCCA Online Show, Agung publication and

2022 NCCA calendar.

14. INSTITUTIONAL- COMMISSION – Inter-agency and Partnerships

The board approved the programs/projects under inter-agency and partnerships, and their

corresponding budget.

15. INSTITUTIONAL- Culture and Diplomacy

The board approved the budget for the culture and diplomacy program.

NOTE: Board Resolution Nos. 2021-001 to 2021-274 are attached as Annex C.

16. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 5:10PM.


APPROVED (Minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting Held on December 16, 2020, NCCA)

ARSENIO J. LIZASO

Chairman

SHERWIN GATCHALIAN/

MA. LOURDES NANCY S. BINAY

Senate of the Philippines

ROMAN T. ROMULO/

DEVI KATERINA S. MARTINEZ- NEGRE

House of Representatives

EDWIN R. ENRILE/

ROBERTO P. ALABADO III

Department of Tourism

ANNALYN M. SEVILLA/

BETTINA L. DAYTEC-AQUINO

Department of Education

JEREMY R. BARNS

National Museum of the Philippines

ARTHUR P. CASANOVA

Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino

RENE R. ESCALANTE National Historical Commission of the

Philippines

VICTORINO MAPA MANALO

National Archives of the Philippines

CESAR GILBERT Q. ADRIANO

National Library of the Philippines

MICHAEL F. MANALO

NCCA-Subcommision on Cultural Heritage

VICENTE C. HANDA

NCCA-Subcommission on Cultural

Dissemination

ROLAND B. TOLENTINO

NCCA-Subcommission on the Arts

ABUBACAR DATUMANONG

NCCA-Subcommission on Cultural

Communities and Traditional Arts

AL RYAN S. ALEJANDRE

Executive Director, NCCA


ANNEX A

NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CULTURE AND THE ARTS

Subcommission on the Arts


HALIGI NG DANGAL AWARDS

Citation of Merit in Architecture and the Allied Arts

GUIDELINES

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Haligi ng Dangal is a biennial award

which encourages excellence in design expressing Philippine cultural identity in the global milieu in

the fields of Architecture, Landscape, Architecture, Interior Design and Town and/or Environmental

Planning.

So far, no organization has been giving design excellence award highlighting Philippines Cultural Identity. This has

inspired the National Committee on Architecture and the Allied Arts (NCAAA) to initiate this endeavor and provide an

avenue for Filipino architects and other allied practitioners to come up with designs rooted on Philippine culture.

A. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

1. To acknowledge exemplary work and to encourage the sustenance of the Filipino spirit,

the development and improvement of the Filipino built environment and enhancement

of the awareness of the role of design and designers, particularly that of architecture

and its allied professions, in the social, economic and environmental development of

the Philippines.

2. To demonstrate that good design is a major component of the positive influence on the

human environment, and that the physical development of the built environment in the

Philippines can be integrated with the cultural values, national identity or the natural

environment of our nation.

B. ORGANIZERS The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) – National Committee on Architecture and Allied

Arts (NCAAA), is tasked to facilitate the full implementation at the national level.

C. SCOPE OF THE AWARD

The Haligi ng Dangal is a biennial award given to completed works in Architecture and its

Allied Professions, namely: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, and,

Town and/or Environmental Planning. The Citation jointly commemorates the exemplary

structure or site, and its licensed designer(s).

D. ELIGIBILITY Licensed Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Town and/or Environmental Planners who are

Filipino Nationals are entitled to participate. Participants should submit a photocopy of the license with the

related forms.

E. THEME Expression of Filipino Cultural Identity in Built Spaces and Environments

F. SUBMISSION PROCESS All entries will be accepted provided that:

1. The entries were completed and fully in operation for at least two (2) years for

Architecture and Interior Design nominees; and, three (3) years for Landscape

Architecture, and Town and /or Environmental Planning, nominees; and a maximum of

10 years for all nominees before the date on which the Citation will be conferred.

2. Incumbent Executive Council (ExeCon) Members of the NCAAA, Members of the

Jury, their business partners or former business partner/s or staff members within a

period of three (3) years, or member of their immediate families shall not be eligible for

submissions

3. No individual may nominate themselves

4. Entries may be entered into only one category

5. All projects or plans must be constructed within the Philippines and designed solely by

licensed professionals duly recognized by the Philippine Regulatory Commission

6. All projects or plans must be designed solely by Filipino citizens or Filipino firms.

Projects that involve collaboration with foreign architectural consultants at any phase of

the project are not eligible for submission.


7. Entries that have received an award previously are not eligible to participate

8. The entries should be 100% Filipino and should not have any collaboration with

foreign architectural consultants at any phase of the project.

9. All projects must be accessible to the public

10. Entries that contain pornographic material, propagate hate messages, make defamatory

statements, or which are otherwise extraordinarily offensive are not eligible

11. Entries shall be sent in CD / DVD format, and shall be in a sealed envelope / case along

with the entry form, and necessary submittal documents. Entries shall be mailed only to

the official email address identified by the Haligi ng Dangal secretariat.

G. AWARDING TIMELINE

Nominations for the Haligi ng Dangal Award will be accepted until the prescribed date that

shall be recommended by the NCAAA every call for proposal biennially, at 11:59 in the

evening. Nominees and the general public shall be informed of the results of the Haligi ng

Dangal Awardees at a later date.

H. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS In order to assess the entries, the following materials shall be required:

1. A one-page summary of the nominated project. This section shall have a maximum of

300 words and must include the following information:

Title

Owner

Designer

Location

Date Completed

Description

Built Space/Built Environment Type/Function

2. Graphic descriptions including but not limited to: site plans, floor plans, elevations,

and sections up to a maximum of five (5) plans.

3. A minimum of five (5) and a maximum of twenty (20) color photographs of the

structure or site as constructed. These should be at least 1280x960px and the size of

each file should not exceed 1mb. Photographs should be of the final structure-

visualizations, renderings and computer graphics will not be accepted. Editing of

photographs is permitted but limited to contrast, brightness, and color temperature

adjustments only.

4. The duly completed and signed Entry Form.

5. Video (optional): Submission of a minute ½ [90 seconds] (maximum) video to

explain the key concepts of your proposal is optional. When using voiceovers,

subtitles in English are required (even when English is spoken).

6. The descriptive texts must be in either English or Filipino. All documents should be

presented in PDF format for essays, and plans, JPG for photographs, and MP4 for

videos. These shall be placed in a zip file.

7. Please ensure that you have secured the rights to use all images, drawings, and

documents to be submitted.

I. COMPOSITION OF JURY

The jury shall be composed of the following:

1. The Head of the National Committee of Architecture and Allied Arts (NCAAA) of

the National Commission of Culture and the Arts (NCCA)

2. One (1) representative from the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)

3. One (1) representative from the Philippine Association of Landscape Architects (PALA)

4. One (1) representative from the Philippine Institute of Environmental Planners (PIEP)

5. One (1) representative from the Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID)

6. One (1) architectural journalist

The Project Secretariat shall invite representatives from the aforementioned fields and

professional organizations, and announce the official jury composition of upon

confirmation of all members of the jury by the NCAAA.


The Incumbent ExeCon Members of the NCAAA representing the abovementioned

organizations cannot be part of the jury.

J. DISCLAIMER

1. The decision of the jury is final

2. The jury reserved the right to re-classify, re-categorize, or reject any entry that does not

comply with the requirements of the competition

3. Details of jury meetings will not be disclosed

4. No feedback will be given on individual entries

5. No correspondence will be entered into by the organizers or judges in respect of either

individual entries or judging decisions

6. Judges are required to remove themselves from the process if they are asked to judge an

entry that poses any conflict of interest

K. SELECTION CRITERIA

The basis for the citation is the capacity of the entry to express Filipino identity through its

concept, design, and execution. They must not only exhibit Filipino characteristics, cater to

the Filipino context and culture, but be exemplars that further the discourse on Filipino

design and instill a

sense of national pride. Entries will also be evaluated based on principles of Katatagan,

Kabuluhan, Kagandahan- strength, utility, and beauty and its application to the categories

of architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, town and/or environmental

planning, and heritage structures.

1. For Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, and Town and/or

Environmental Planning Categories

Environmental and Contextual Responsiveness (20%)

Exhibits adaptiveness or responsiveness to Philippine climate conditions;

Makes efficient use of building resources; exhibits reduced utility

consumption compared to standard building types;

Makes use of reclaimed, and/or responsibly sourced materials whenever

applicable;

Makes use of renewable, safe, and environmentally-friendly materials and

processes;

Respects the site’s topography and natural features.

Makes use of endemic, non-invasive plant species (Landscape Architecture);

Employs and showcases the use of locally-developed materials.

Conceptual clarity (25%)

Expresses the concept or intention of the design with clarity and appropriateness;

Effectively translates the concept or intention of the design into space,

material, form, and use;

Demonstrates a continuity from conceptualization to implementation of the work;

Makes use of distinctly Filipino concepts and practices and furthers the

discourse on Filipino design

Social responsiveness (20%)

Contributes to the welfare of the community;

Is ethically responsible in construction and operation;

Does not violate societal and ethical norms;

Inspires pride of place within the community;

Is recognizable within its local context;

Instills pride of place within the community.

User responsiveness (20%)

Facilitates an environment conducive to the intended user activity;

Facilitates easy and efficient maintenance and servicing;

Makes efficient use of space and circulation;

Makes use of design and programming that takes into account Filipino

behavioral considerations.


Creativity and Innovation (15%)

Makes use of creative, innovative and emergent technology/techniques

which significantly affects the overall composition, function, and design

of the project;

Employs the use of locally developed technology/techniques;

Serves as a good reference for future projects in terms of its features, ideas

and methods used, with expressed potential to be an influential work for

future directions in design within the Philippines.

L. ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION

Only entries that are chosen by the Jurors will receive an official notification.

M. RIGHTS OF USE

Artists who submit their artworks agree that the NCCA may use their entries for display,

marketing and promotional purposes, and future art exhibitions.

The NCCA will give credits to the designers, artists, creators and/or owners of the works

submitted, if applicable.

N. AWARDS AND CITATIONS

One (1) winner each in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, Town

and/or Environmental Planning

One (1) winner for People’s Choice (Determined by online public vote)

O. PRIZES

The Winner in each of the disciplines shall receive a cash prize amounting to PhP50,000.00

[gross payment], the Haligi ng Dangal Medal, and a commemorative plaque to be installed

within the winning structure/site.

Cash prizes shall be subject to applicable government tax.

P. AWARDING

The Project Secretariat shall set the date of the awarding ceremony for the formal

presentation of the winners and their work preferably during the Architecture Week in

December or a fitting ceremony approved by the NCAAA.

In cases where the winners come from the regions outside of Metro Manila, the expenses

such as transportation, accommodation and food incurred in attending the awarding

ceremony shall be charged to the funds of the project.

Q. BUDGET ALLOCATION

An amount of One Million Pesos (PhP1,000,000.00) shall be allocated, subject to

availability of funds as recommended by the National Committee on Architecture and

Allied Arts, and approved by the Board of Commissioners.

The Budget shall cover the honoraria of resource persons, judges, project secretariat and

Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses.

R. AMENDMENT/REVISION

The criteria and allocation maybe reviewed, revised and updated accordingly upon the

recommendation by the NCAAA prior to the official call for nomination every other year,

which shall be approved by the Chair, through the Executive Director. The Board shall be

informed of any update on the categories for the implementation year, as well as the winner

for the covered year.


NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CULTURE AND THE ARTS Subcommission on the Arts


CATEGORY:

(AR- Architecture, LA- Landscape Architecture, ID- Interior Design, TEP- Town and/or Environmental Planning,)

ENTRY FORM NO:

TITLE OF PROJECT:

DECLARATION BY THE APPLICANT

(TO BE FILLED FOR EACH ENTRY SUBMITTED)

DECLARATION

1. I do solemnly declare that all the information submitted by me (as per the requirements for nomination

stated in the award guidelines) is correct and true; and that I am aware of the rules, regulations and the

requirements for the Haligi ng Dangal Award, and agree to abide by them

2. I shall allow/arrange for the jury, or their nominee, my Institute to inspect the building as desired, if

the jury so decides

3. I will provide additional information, photographs and drawing in sizes specified by the Jury

Committee. If so required, whenever so requested, for their examination and subsequent Exhibition

4. I do hereby agree to abide by the decision of the Jury appointed for the purpose of selecting the

Haligi ng Dangal Award winning projects

5. I also agree that the decision of the Jury shall be final and binding on me/my firm/my associates

6. I shall allow the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) to use material submitted for

the Citation for the purposes of exhibition, publicity and publication, if any.

Name of Applicant:

Signature:

Address :

Telephone: Mobile No.: Email:

Date:

Place:

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Annex B MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

This Agreement made and entered into this _____ day of ____________ 2020, in the City of Manila, by

and between:

The TOURISM PROMOTIONS BOARD (TPB), a government owned and controlled

corporation, with principal address at 4th Floor, Legaspi Towers 300, Roxas Boulevard, Manila,

represented herein by its Chief Operating Officer, MARIA ANTHONETTE C. VELASCO-

ALLONES, hereinafter referred to as the “TPB”;

-and-

The NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CULTURE AND THE ARTS (NCCA), a government

agency created by and pursuant to Republic Act No. 7356 dated 3 April 1992, with office address

located at NCCA Building, 633 General Luna Street, Intramuros, 1002, Manila, represented herein

by its Chairman, ARSENIO J. LIZASO ,hereinafter referred to as “NCCA”.

RECITALS:

WHEREAS, TPB is the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism (“DOT”), responsible for marketing

and promoting the Philippine domestically and internationally as a major global tourism destination, highlighting its

uniqueness, and assisting the development of its tourism products and services, with the purposed of increasing

tourist arrivals and tourism investment;

WHEREAS, Section 50(c), Chapter III of RA 9593 provides that TPB shall have the power to “Direct and

coordinate the resources and efforts for the government and the private sector in the tourism and allied fields for the

full realization of the tourism plans and programs”;

WHEREAS, Sections 50 (e) and (k), Chapter III of RA 9593 further provide that TPB shall have the

power to “Engage in the business of tourism and perform acts in consonance therewith, such as, but not limited to,

attending conventions and other events abroad in representation of the country, encouraging sales promotions and

advertising, and implementing programs and projects with the objective of promoting the country and enticing

tourists to visit its tourism destinations and to enjoy its tourism products”;

WHEREAS, on 08 March 2020, the President issued a Proclamation No. 922 Declaring a State of Public

Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to the Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19);

WHEREAS, on 16 March 2020, the President issued a Proclamation No. 929 Declaring a State of

Calamity throughout the Philippines due to COVID-19;

WHEREAS, on 16 September 2020, the President of the Philippines issued Proclamation No. 1021

“Extending the period of State of Calamity Throughout the Philippines due to COVID-19”;

WHEREAS, the Tourism Industry is one of the most affected sectors due to the COVID-19 pandemic,

which led to a decrease in Philippine tourism revenue of about PHP81.05B (or a 66.7% dip in the first half of the

year), and a recorded 54.02% decrease in foreign arrivals (January – June 2020 vis-à-vis same period in 2019) that

caused countless job losses in the industry;

WHEREAS, one of the approved strategies of the TPB Board of Directors is the Safe Bangon Turismo

which intends to roll out the Bounce Back PH Tourism Program and re-establish the Philippines as a preferred

destination for identified customer interests;


WHEREAS, pursuant to Board Resolution No. 265 Series of 2020, “Reprogramming of Reverted

Contribution to the Bayanihan Act, and Additional Freed-Up Amount from the Administrative and Other Operating

Expenses, the Board of Directors approved the Airport Branding Initiative also known as the Airport Rebranding

Initiatives, to be implemented from the 4th Quarter of 2020 to 4th Quarter of 2021, herein referred to as the

PROJECT;

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 12(c) of Republic Act No. 7356 (RA 7356),the NCCA shall ensure the

widest dissemination of artistic and cultural products among the greatest number across the country and overseas for

their appreciation and enjoyment. It shall, with the cooperation of the Department of Tourism, Interior and Local

Government, Foreign Affairs and all other concerned agencies, public and private, reorient tourism programs to

become an instrument for popular education of our people and others about the best of our heritage and creativity;

WHEREAS, the NCCA is the overall policy making body, coordinating, and grants giving agency for the

preservation, development, and promotion of the Philippines arts and culture;

WHEREAS, TPB and NCCA agreed to implement the “Airport Rebranding Initiatives”, hereinafter

referred to as the “PROJECT”, which will be implemented on the4th Quarter of 2020 to 1st Quarter of 2021at

theNAIA Terminals 1 & 3,Iloilo International Airport, Bohol-Panglao International Airport, and Francisco Bangoy

International Airport;

WHEREAS, the PROJECT is in line with the approved TPB 2020 Reprogrammed Corporate Operating

Budget (COB) under Marketing Communications Department;

WHEREAS, the PROJECT aims to dovetail the country’s boosting of its domestic tourism and

subsequent opening of gateways to international markets in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic since airports are

considered as important gates of communication, and the enhancement of which is a major step in improving the

country’s tourism development;

WHEREAS, the PROJECT serves as platform to promote the Philippines’ culture closer to visitors and to

bring an immediate genuine and fun experience to domestic and international tourists arriving or departing from

NAIA Terminals 1 & 3, Iloilo International Airport, Bohol-Panglao International Airport, and Francisco Bangoy

International Airport;

WHEREAS, both Parties have agreed to work closely in implementing the PROJECT;

NOW THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the foregoing premises, the Parties hereby agree as follows:

SECTION I. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARTIES A. For its part, TPB shall:

1. Authorize the release and transfer to NCCA the funds in the total amount of FIFTY-NINE MILLION

FIVE HUNDRED FORTY-ONE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED FIFTY PESOS AND 27/100

(PHP59,541,950.27), chargeable against the approved 2020 Reprogrammed Corporate Operating Budget

(COB) under Marketing Communications Department.The funds shall be used exclusively for the

following expenses:


Project Particulars Project Cost

PhP Venue

Date of

Implementation

AIRPORT

REBRANDIN

G

INITIATIVES

NAIA TERMINALS 1 &3

NAIA

Terminals 1

& 3,

Philippines

4th Quarter of 2020

to

4th Quarter of 2021

I. Concept and Development

Operations Manual / Master Plan 750,000.00

Management Services 1,000,000.00

Administrative Liaison 1,000,000.00

Curated Content Creation 4,000,000.000

II. Exhibition

Infrastructure (Fixed

installations, Stand-alone

Experiential booth, purchase of

exhibit items, etc.)

11,250,000.00

Development and printing of

artworks such as but not limited

to Wall and Pillar Wraps

printing, and other materials

deemed necessary for the project

10,000,000.00

III. Contingency 2,000,000.00

Sub-total 30,000,000.00

ILOILO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, BOHOL-

PANGLAO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, AND

FRANCISCO BANGOY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

I. Concept and Development

29,541,947.27

Iloilo

International

Airport,

Bohol-

Panglao

International

Airport, and

Francisco

Bangoy

International

Airport

Operations Manual / Master Plan

Management Services

Administrative Liaison

II. Exhibition

Infrastructure (Fixed

installations, Stand-alone

Experiential booth, purchase of

exhibit items, etc.)

Development and printing of

artworks such as but not limited

to Wall and Pillar Wraps

printing, and other materials

deemed necessary for the project

III. Contingency

Sub-total 29,541,947.27

TOTAL PHP 59,541,947.27


2. The funds required shall be released immediately prior to the implementation of the PROJECT.Provided,

however that no funds shall be transferred prior to the execution of this Agreement unless the NCCA

Accountant has certified that previous fund transfers are liquidated and accounted in the books. Provided,

further, that the funds may be released in full or on a quarterly basis, as may be warranted by the

circumstances surrounding the project.

3. Furnish the NCCA of the pertinent documents relative to the fund transfer, which may include the

Certificate of Funds Availability (CAF), Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), evidence of fund transfer

and other documents;

4. Issue check in the name of NCCA or any remittance document; maintain a subsidiary ledger of the cash

transferred pertaining to the PROJECT; draw a Journal Entry Voucher (JEV) to take up the reports and

furnish the JEV to NCCA; and require NCCA to submit reports;

5. Issue an Official Receiptevidencing refund/unexpended/unutilized balance of fund transfer remitted

byNCCA, if any;

6. Be the over-all Lead Agency of the PROJECT;

7. Undertake marketing and promotion activities and branding campaigns in support of the PROJECT;

8. Forge partnerships, provide assistance and support to stakeholders for the promotion of the PROJECT;

and

9. Recommend and approve the designs, concepts, and other activities.

B. For its part, NCCA shall:

1. Perform and execute requirements for the PROJECT, in accordance with existing laws, rules and

regulations, to wit:

a. Ensure the implementation of the Airport Rebranding Initiatives until December2021;

b. Be the Implementing Agency of the PROJECT in regular consultation with the Technical Working

Committee;

c. Create a TPB-NCCA-MIAA Technical Working Committee (TWC) to ensure smooth

implementation of the PROJECT, which shall be composed of permanent representatives from

TPB, NCCA, and Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA). The TWG shall have the

following functions:

i. Act as oversight for the implementation of the Airport Interior Enhancement Project

following the plan and deliverables as agreed by the concerned agencies;

ii. Facilitate processes necessary for the immediate action on concerns with the project;

iii. Ensure the compliance of commitments of the Parties to this Agreement; and

iv. Conduct regular meetings to ensure accomplishment of targets of the project;

d. Designate the permanent representatives to the TPB-NCCA-MIAA TWC to include the

following:

i. Executive Director

ii. Deputy Executive Director

iii. Chief of Finance for GAA

iv. Coordinator of the NCCA Arts in Public Spaces

v. Head of the NCCA International Affairs Office;

e. Assign a Project Coordinator to handle all coordination in the implementation of the PROJECT

as well as conduct periodic monitoring and evaluation of the PROJECT’s

progress/accomplishments;

f. Undertake the proper process of selection of the groups/organizations of the artists or consulting

firms who will be contracted to implement the various activities for the PROJECT;

g. Ensure the selection and recommendation of the best design for the specified airports serving the

intent of the TPB and NCCA deems appropriate for the promotion of the Filipino culture, artistry,

and values;

h. Strategize implementation and completion of the project by December2021;


i. Secure logistics and technical requirements as may be required;

j. Submit a comprehensive Terminal Report (one per airport) once the project implementation has

been completed;

k. Perform other tasks as necessary for the completion of the proposed timeline;

2. Provide regular reports and updates to TPB on the status of project implementation;

3. Notify TPB in writing of any changes, delay, or any concern relation to the complete and effective

implementation of the PROJECT;

4. Undertake the procurement of goods and services, or consulting services as may be necessary for the

implementation of PROJECT, in accordance with existing procurement laws, rules and regulations;

5. Issue an Official Receipt or Acknowledgement Receipt, whichever is applicable; immediately upon receipt

of amount FIFTY-NINE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED FORTY-ONE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED

FIFTY PESOS(PHP59,541,950.00) or whatever amount received from TPB;

6. Administer, manage, and disburse the funds from TPB for the intended purpose and in accordance with the

existing government accounting and auditing rules and regulations;

7. Provide administrative and management mechanism necessary for the implementation of the PROJECT;

8. Refund to TPB the full amount release should any of the following cases occur:

a) Non-compliance with any provision stated in this agreement; and

b) Commission of any act inconsistent with or contrary to the spirit avowed in this Agreement;

9. Refund to TPB any unutilized balance of the fund transfer within ten (10) days after the completion of the

PROJECT;

10. Treat the fund transferred as a trust liability; maintain a separate subsidiary ledger for the cash transferred

pertaining to the PROJECT; and ensure that the funds are properly utilized for the purpose for which the

same is intended, subject to the usual accounting and auditing rules and regulations; and

11. Prepare a duly approved Report of Funds Transfer and Report of Disbursement and shall submit all

supporting vouchers, payrolls, and pertinent documents to TPB within ten (10) days after the conclusion of

the PROJECT; provided, that only actual expenses shall be reported.

SECTION II. GENERAL PROVISIONS

1. The execution and implementation of the deliverables of the PROJECT may be re-scheduled as may deem

fit and necessary by NCCA, provided that TPB is properly notified in writing of such change in schedule

and the reasons therefor.

2. The Parties do hereby agree that upon the completion of this Project to the satisfaction and accomplishment

of the objectives stated herein, the NCCA shall have full ownership of the Project Output including but

not limited to the artworks, artifacts, and exhibition system, and other designs incorporated and used

therein.

3. NCCA warrants that it has authority to enter into Agreement with TPB and to execute the obligations

created herein with the due diligence required by government auditing standards.

4. The re-alignment of unutilized funds to implement other projects shall be strictly prohibited.

5. In no case shall the fund transferred be utilized for the payment of additional compensation to employees in

the form of allowances, incentive pay, bonuses, honorarium, or other forms of additional compensation,

except as may be authorized by law or existing regulations, nor shall it be used to create new positions, to

augment salaries of regular personnel or in case of purchase of motor vehicles without prior approval of

the Office of the President.

6. The Parties mutually commit to provide all the documents and information necessary for the

implementation of this Agreement.


7. The Parties shall, in the performance of their obligations under this Agreement, ensure the privacy and

security of any and all confidential, privileged personal information and/or sensitive personal information

that they may have access to, and shall store, use process and dispose the said privileged personal

information and/or sensitive personal information in accordance with Republic Act No. 10173 otherwise

known as the “Data Privacy Act of 2012”, its Implementing Rules and Regulations and applicable

issuances issued by the National Privacy Commission (NPC). This clause shall survive the termination or

expiration of this Agreement. Any violation of this Clause and any of the provisions of the Data Privacy

Act and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, by the Parties, their employees, officers or agents shall

be subject to the corresponding sanctions, penalties or fines under the said law without prejudice to any

other civil and/or criminal liability, as may be applicable.

8. The execution of the rights and obligations created herein is subject to compliance with the generally

accepted auditing and accounting rules and regulations of the Commission on Audit (COA), as well as

sound management and fiscal administration.

9. The Parties shall comply with Commission on Audit (COA) Circular 94-013 dated December 13, 1994,

otherwise known as the Rules and Regulation in the Grant and Utilization and Liquidation of Funds

Transferred to Implementing Agencies, and subsequent COA circulars pertinent to “Inter-Agency Fund

Transfer”.

10. This Agreement contains the complete understanding of the Parties relative to the PROJECT and may not

be amended or modified except through another instrument in writing duly executed by the Parties.

11. This Agreement shall take effect upon signing of the Parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have hereunto affixed their signatures on the date and place above-

written.

TOURISM PROMOTIONS BOARD NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR CULTURE

AND THE ARTS

By:

By:

MARIA ANTHONETTE C. VELASCO-

ALLONES

Chief Operating Officer

ARSENIO J. LIZASO

Chairman

SIGNED IN THE PRESENCE OF:

JOCELYN PATRICE L. DECO

DCOO for Corporate Affairs

AL RYAN S. ALEJANDRE

Executive Director

FUNDS AVAILABLE

______________________

MARLITO D. RODRIGUEZ

Manager, Finance Department

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