The agenda includes, among others, the following important items
Hospital Service Fee Increase: A request from the Naga City General Hospital (NCGH) Chief to increase the rate for Cardiac 2-D Echocardiogram services from P4,000.00 to P5,000.002. This represents a significant 25% cost increase for patients requiring heart imaging.
Expansion of Dental Services: Two proposed ordinances aim to establish new dental clinics to improve oral health accessibility.
Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Program: The council will discuss a resolution endorsing an ordinance to establish the Naga City Comprehensive STI, HIV, and AIDS Prevention, Treatment, Care, and Support Program.
Waste-to-Energy Pilot Project: A memorandum recommends authorizing a contract of lease and a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Pull To Refresh Philippines, Inc. for a Waste-to-Energy Pilot Project.
Integration of Informal Waste Sector: A proposed ordinance seeks to recognize, organize, and integrate the informal waste sector (IWS) into the city’s formal Solid Waste Management System.
Regulation of Used Oil & Grease: The council is reviewing recommendations for an ordinance providing control measures for the transport, recycling, storage, and disposal of used industrial/cooking oil and grease trap waste for all establishments.
Drone Regulation: A revised draft ordinance proposes strict regulations on the use of drones, including the prohibition of unregistered drones in declared no-fly zones for safety and security. The ordinance includes penalties for violations.
Budget Hike for Solo Parents: The Naga City Solo Parent’s Federation Inc. is requesting an increase in the annual budget allocation for the Barangay Solo Parents Organization. The proposal seeks to double the allocation from 0.5% to 1.0% of the Barangay National Tax Allocation (NTA) starting in 202.
Esplanade Project Consultation: The Punong Barangay of Dinaga has requested another public consultation regarding the Esplanade Project, indicating potential community concerns or opposition regarding the development.
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