Enhanced local development planning: A step towards safer communities in MisOcc

 

The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental, led by Governor Henry Oaminal, recently organized a 3-day workshop aimed at Formulating Enhanced Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation (DRR/CCA)-Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plans (PDPFP) 2025-2033.

The workshop was conducted by the Office of the Provincial Planning & Development Coordinator (OPPDC) held at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Sports and Cultural Center on March 20-22, 2023.

The workshop was designed to be a collaborative effort between the executive and legislative branches of the government, along with the participation of other sectors such as the business sector, civil society organizations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), especially those representing the marginalized sectors.

During the workshop, Governor Oaminal emphasized the importance of Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plans, stating that they are crucial to the future of the province.

The 5Ms: Misamisnon Magpuyong Malinawon, Malambuon ug Malipayon, which means Misamisnon lives peacefully, productively, and happily, served as the provincial government's roadmap for local development projects.

“The main goal of this activity is to create a five-year development plan that will empower people living in a safe, secure, and disaster-resilient environment with a sustainable economy,” he shared.

Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator William Valles also stressed the importance of capacitating the provincial planning teams. He further explained that the Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan (PDPFP) serves as the primary technical guide in the development of Misamis Occidental. It guides and sets the direction of the province with the end view of promoting security and improving the social and economic condition of its constituents. The same plan also guides the province component cities and municipalities in crafting their respective Comprehensive Land Use Plans.

The workshop also aimed to identify natural hazard risks and vulnerabilities of exposed areas and communities in the respective towns and cities.

This process aimed to prioritize appropriate programs and projects that will mitigate or prevent the adverse impacts of disasters and successfully implement them.

The LGUs are prime movers of sustainable development, and they support the implementation of DRR/CCA initiatives, share relevant information on DRR/CCA to raise awareness, ensure reasonable allocation of resources, foster development ingenuity leading to safety and increased resiliency of local communities, and affirm shared responsibility and renewed commitment in pursuit of better quality and safer lives for all Misamisnons.

In conclusion, the provincial plan is vital as it facilitates the growth and development of the cities and municipalities in the province by identifying its physical resources, development constraints and opportunities, long-term vision, strategies, corresponding policies, and program recommendations.(SN/PGMO)

The Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental conducts the 3-day workshop on the Formulation of the Enhanced DRR-CCA PDPFP 2025-2033.

The Province of Misamis Occidental, under the leadership of Governor Henry Oaminal, is taking proactive steps towards disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. This initiative is a testament to the province's commitment to sustainable development and ensuring the safety and well-being of its people.