Author: Hon. D.C. Nathan A. Sergio (Chairman, SP Committee on Education)
Date Filed: April 28, 2026
This proposed resolution directs the City Planning and Development Office (CPDO), in coordination with the City College of Naga (CCN), to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study on expanding the college’s academic offerings. The study aims to evaluate the viability of introducing new degree programs—specifically in Education, Public Administration, and Business Entrepreneurship—to better align local education with the city’s economic demands, reduce labor market mismatches, and support Naga’s “2028 Finish Lines” strategic framework.
Highlights of the Proposed Resolution
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Economic Alignment: Seeks to address the persistent labor market mismatches and the 21.2% regional underemployment rate identified in 2025 by aligning academic programs with industry needs.
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Support for “Startup City” Status: Aims to expand training in Business Entrepreneurship to sustain Naga’s growth as a hub for IT-BPM and regional investments.
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Governance Professionalization: Proposes a focus on Public Administration graduates to support the city’s transition toward performance-based budgeting and merit-based government reforms.
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Education Pipeline: Directly supports the “2028 Finish Lines” priority of “improved learning outcomes” by expanding local Bachelor of Education programs to meet the staffing needs of the city’s schools.
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Regulatory Compliance: The study is structured to satisfy CHED standards, requiring an assessment of faculty qualifications, physical facility readiness, and institutional capacity.
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Financial Oversight: Mandates the involvement of the City Treasurer to ensure the financial sustainability of any proposed program expansions before they move to the implementation phase.
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Basis for Legislation: The final results of the feasibility study will serve as the evidentiary foundation for future ordinance amendments and budget appropriations.
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