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Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486Email Address: [email protected]

July 9, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTORDENR, R-3, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA

ATTN: THE REGIONAL TECHNICAL DIRECTORFOREST MANAGEMENT SERVICE

FROM : THE OIC, PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT ANDNATURAL RESOURCES OFFICER

SUBJECT : MONTHLY REPORT ON DOMESTIC PRICE OF ROUGH LUMBER OF CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC COVERING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac regarding the submission of report of Domestic Retail Price of Rough Lumber sold by lumber dealers within their area of jurisdiction covering the month of June 2014.

Please be informed that no lumber of local species was sold by the lumber dealers, instead, imported lumbers from Malaysia, Papua New Guinea and Solomon are the available construction wood materials with an average retailing price of Forty Five Pesos (P45.00) per board foot.

For information and record.

EMELITA P. LINGAT

mailto:[email protected]


July 25, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTORDENR, R3, SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA

ATTN: THE REGIONAL TECHNICAL DIRECTOR FOREST MANAGEMENT SERVICE


SUBJECT : REPORT RE: ACCOMPLISHMENT ON REMEASUREMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF FOREST RESOURCE ASSESSMENT TRACKS WITHIN CENROCAMILING, TARLAC FOR THE 1ST AND 2ND QUARTER,CALENDAR YEAR 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 10, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, CENRO Camiling, Tarlac regarding the submission of report relative to the above- mentioned subject to attest their physical accomplishment as one key result area of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac for the 1st and 2nd quarter of Calendar Year 2014.

Please be informed that FRA track No. 086 with coordinates of 15˚30’ 00’’ and 120˚ 15’ 00’’ E falls within forested area and Boho plantations about 36.8 kilometers away from CENR Office where it takes four to five (4-5) days to do the said activities including travel time.

Please be informed further that no human activities and or improvements were introduced and observed within the FRA track area.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 25, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTORDENR, R3, SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA

ATT’N: THE REGIONAL TECHNICAL DIRECTOR FOREST MANAGEMENT SERVICE


SUBJECT : REPORT ON THE REGISTRATION OF CHAINSAW,CENRO TARLAC CITY FOR JANUARY TO JUNE CY 2014

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 14, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang regarding the submission of report on the registration of chainsaws within CENRO Tarlac City for CY 2014 with the desired information in matrix form.

Please be informed that ninety one (91) chainsaws were officially registered in the above-named CENRO from January to June 2014, (New-65, Renewal -26).


EMELITA P. LINGAT



August 7, 2014

MEMORANDUM

TO : CENRO TARLAC CITY AND CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC

FROM : THE PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURALRESOURCES OFFICER

SUBJECT : ATTENDANCE TO THE MEETING ON THE CREATIONOF PROVINCIAL ANTI-ILLEGAL LOGGING TASK (PAILTF) FOR THE PROVINCE OF TARLAC

Please be informed that a Meeting regarding the above-stated subject was set on August 7, 2014(Thursday) at 2:00PM to be held at PENR Office Conference Room.

In this connection, as one of the lead agency and frontline service provider of the DENR,you are hereby advise to attend the said Meeting together with your Technical Staff involved in Forest Protection Activity of the Province. Attached is the Programme of Activity.

For strict compliance.

EMELITA P. LINGAT



June 26, 2014

MEMORANDUM


ATTN: THE CHIEF, PLANNING AND MGT. DIV.


SUBJECT : REPORTS ON MONTHLY COLLECTION OF FORESTFEES AND CHARGES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS SHARE FROM THAT PROCEEDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND UTILIZATION OF NATIONAL WEALTH FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2014 OF CENRO TARLAC CITY.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated 22 May 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang with enclosures relative to the submission of reports of CENRO Tarlac City re: monthly collection of forest fees and charges and local government share from the proceeds in the development and utilization of the national wealth and revenue collection/generation for the month of May, 2014


EMELITA P. LINGAT


Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486

Email Address: [email protected]

July 21, 2014PCI INSP. ELENO R. MANGROBANGOIC, BAMBAN, PNP STATIONBamban, Tarlac

Dear Sir:

This has reference to the re-activation of the Provincial Multi-Sector Forest Protection Committee, its key goals is to intensify operation against illegal logging and minimized the incidents on the illegal forest activities within the Province of Tarlac and in compliance with E.O. 23 issued by His Excellency President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino dated February 01, 2011. The DENR through the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO), would like to strengthen partnership with you in the re-activation of this program.

In view of the above, we would like to invite you to a meeting with DILG, DND and other agencies concerned to be held at Conference Room, PENR Office, Brgy. Paraiso, Tarlac on July 24, 2014 at 2:00PM to 5:00PM.

We hope to hear favorable response from you regarding this significant endeavor.Contact us on Telephone Number and E-mail address indicated above.

Thank you and more power.

Very truly yours,

EMELITA P. LINGAT



June 30, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : COLLECTION OF USER’S FEE FOR GRAZING LANDSCENRO, TARLAC CITY FOR CY 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City dated June 16, 2014, in compliance with your Memorandum dated June 13, 2014 re-above –stated subject.

Attached herewith is the report of collection –payment of User’s Fee for Grazing Land within CENRO Tarlac City for CY 2014.

For his information and record.

EMELITA P. LINGAT



June 30, 2014

MEMORANDUM


ATTN:THE REGIONAL TECHNICAL DIRECTORFOREST MANAGEMENT SERVICE


SUBJECT : JOINT RESOLUTION NO.07 OF BARANGAY SANISIDRO, CAMILING, TARLAC REQUESTING FORA CUTTING AUTHORITY OF THE PLANTED TREESWITHIN THE SCHOOL COMPOUND.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 25, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac, relative to above-stated subject.

Please be informed that the three (3) planted Narra trees are within the school compound of San Isidro Elementary School, Camiling, Tarlac,which falls within the coordinates of 15˚39’57 N latitude and 120˚ 27’67’’E longitude. That the said Narra trees may cause further damage to the concrete fence, pavement and classroom buildings of said school and pose danger to the lives of the school children/ teachers, etc. and destruction of other school properties.

The identified and inventoried trees requested to be cut have an aggregate volume of one and 87/100 (1.87) cubic meters; and it is being requested that the products to be derived from these trees will be utilized for school furniture and fixtures.

Attached herewith are the documents required per your Memorandum dated April 3, 2014 regarding lists of requirements for the tree cutting clearance/permit.

For information and consideration.

EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 9, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : MONTHLY ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ON THE ANTI-ILLEGAL LOGGING CAMPAIGN AND FOREST PROTECTION AND LAW ENFORCEMENT FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014, CENRO, TARLAC CITY.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 8, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang regarding the submission of monthly accomplishment report on Anti-Illegal Logging Campaign and Law Enforcement of CENRO Tarlac City for the month of June 2014.

Please be informed that for this month, a total of one thousand seven hundred eighty-three (1, 783) board feet forest products (Guijo) were apprehended. A criminal case was already filed against the two persons involved in violation of Section 68 of P.D. 705. The conveyance and its load of forest products was placed under the custody of 1Lt. Felixberto A. Pena Jr. of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and deposited at their base camp in Sta. Juliana, Capas, Tarlac.


EMELITA P. LINGAT


Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICE

Barangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486 Email Address: [email protected]

July 9, 2014

MEMORANDUM



FROM : THE OIC, PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICER

SUBJECT : SUBMISSION OF CONSOLIDATED APPREHENSION REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014, CENRO TARLAC CITY

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 8, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang regarding the submission of the Consolidated Apprehension Report of CENRO Tarlac City for the month of June 2014.

Please be informed that the apprehended forest products are presently under the custody of ILt. Felixberto Pena, Jr. of Special Operation Wing, Philippine Air Force based at Sta. Juliana, Capas, Tarlac for safekeeping , pending further appropriate action.

Please be informed the a Criminal Case has already been filed against the offenders at the Tarlac Provincial Prosecutor for violation of Section 68 (now Section 77) P.D. 705, as amended.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the Philippines


DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486Email Address: [email protected]

July 15, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC- REGIONAL DIRECTOR DENR, R3, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA

: ATTN: THE REGIONAL TECHNICAL DIRECTORFOREST MANAGEMENT SERVICE

FROM : THE OIC, PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENMENT AND NATURALRESOURCES OFFICER

SUBJECT : STATISTICAL REPORT FOR THE 2ND QUARTER, CALENDARYEAR 2014 WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF CENRO TARLACCITY.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 09, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang regarding the submission of Accomplished Forestry Sector Statistical Report Forms of CENRO Tarlac City for the 2nd Quarter, CY 2014.

Please be informed that other forms of forest products are not applicable due to the in-availability in their area.


EMELITA P. LINGAT




July 15, 2014MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTOR DENR, R-3, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA


FROM : THE OIC, PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATRESOURCES OFFICER

SUBJECT : REPORT OF LUMBER DEALERS COVERING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014 OF CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 30, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling Tarlac relative to the Report of Lumber Dealers located within the administrative jurisdiction of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac covering the month of June 2014.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486


July 15, 2014MEMORANDUM



FROM : THE OIC, PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURALRESOURCES OFFICER

SUBJECT : SONA DATA GAPS: RELIEVED PERSONNEL IN CONNECTIONWITH THE ANTI-ILLEGAL LOGGING CAMPAIGN

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 26, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City, in compliance to the Memo of Regional Technical Director Sofio B. Quintana, DENR, R3 regarding the above-stated subject.

In this connection, please be informed that CENRO Tarlac City, or Tarlac Province for that matter, “ has no” personnel relieved from their post in relation to the Anti-illegal Operations of the DENR as of this date.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES


PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486Email Address: [email protected]

July 15, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE CENRO OFFICER DENR-TARLAC CITY


SUBJECT : ESTABLISHMENT OF MECHANIZED AND FOREST NURSERY IN REGION 3

Forwarded herewith is the Memorandum dated May 13, 2014 of OIC, Regional DirectorFrancisco E. Milla, Jr., DENR, Region 3, in compliance to the Memorandum dated April 29, 2014 of Director and NGP National Coordinator, Ricardo L. Calderon relative to the above-cited subject.

Please be informed that the proposed site located in Brgy. San Juan de Valdez, San Jose, Tarlac had passed the area suitability assessment conducted by the Forest Management Bureau (FMB) Mechanized and Modernized Forest Nurseries (MMFN) Team.

In this connection, you are hereby instructed to start the preparatory activities for the establishment of the MMFN on your respective area. Kindly coordinate with the respective Local Government Unit of Tarlac Province and forge Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for a long term use, management and administration of MMFN.

Attached herewith is the designed prototype site development plan from FMB, to be established within 1.26 hectares with corresponding scope of works for your guidance.

Kindly submit report of action taken on or before May 22, 2014

For information and compliance.

EMELITA P. LINGAT




June 24, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTORDENR, R-3 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA



SUBJECT : SUBMISSION OF SUPPLY AND DISPOSITIONREPORT OF ALL LUMBER DEALER PERMITTEESWITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF CENRO TARLAC CITY

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 21, 2014 of CENR OfficerLaurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City relative to the above-stated subject, with the following documents:

1. Copy of the monthly report submitted by the individual lumber dealers for the month of May, 2014.

2. Copy of the summarized report; and

3. Oath fees of all lumber dealers in the amount of P36.00 each paid in cash as indicated in the affidavit.

For his information and record.

EMELITA P. LINGAT




June 30, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTORDENR, R-III, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA



SUBJECT : REPORT ON DOMESTIC PRICE OF ROUGH LUMBER OF CENRO TARLAC

COVERING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 26, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac regarding the submission of report of Domestic Retail Price of Rough Lumber sold by lumber dealers within their area of jurisdiction for the month of June, 2014.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486Email Address: [email protected]

June 24, 2014

MEMORANDUM

TO : THE CENR OFFICER TARLAC CITYCENR OFFICER CAMILING, TARLAC


SUBJECT : SUPPLEMENTAL GUIDELINES ON THE ISSUANCE OF TREE CUTTING PERMIT WITHIN THE PROVINCE OF TARLAC.

Please be informed that the undersigned, received numerous complaints regarding some misuses and abuses committed by requestor/grantee of cutting permit issued within your respective jurisdiction.

In this connection, you are hereby directed to adhere to the following supplemental guidelines relative to the issuance of tree cutting permit to wit:

1. Any tree Cutting Permits/Certificates issued within a week, must be furnished to this Office for our information and record;

2. Geo-tagged pictures/photos must be taken at the area/site to determine its location and these must be reflected on a google map; and

3. That cutting of trees and loading of the timber products especially within former DENR plantation areas must be properly supervised by a competent DENR personnel.

The above guidelines if implemented will help us in addressing any misuse/abuses to becommitted by unscrupulous individuals taking advantage of the privilege granted to them by ourDepartment.

Your strict compliance is hereby enjoined.

EMELITA P. LINGAT



DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-348 Email Address: [email protected]

May 5, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : SUBMISSION OF REVENUE COLLECTION/GENERATION OF CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated April 30, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco,DPA, of CENROCamiling, Tarlac regarding the submission of the Revenue Collection/Generation of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac for the month of April 2014.


EMELITA P. LINGAT




June 19, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF LUMBER SUPPLYCONTRACT EXECUTED BY AND BETWEEN CHANWORKS MARKETING CORPORATION (SUPPLIER) LOCATED AT BRGY.SAN ROQUE, TARLAC CITY AND APCO MARK HARDWARE AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY CORPORATION OF BAGUIO CITY.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 11, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City regarding the request for approval of Lumber Supply Contract entered into by and between Chanworks Marketing Corporation (Supplier), a holder of Certificate of Registration Number R3-08302014-22 to expire on August 30, 2014 located at Brgy. San Roque, Tarlac City and Apco Mark Hardware and Construction Supply Corporation (Buyer) of Baguio City for 30,000 board feet of imported lumber (Sabah) for one (1) year, pursuant to DENR Memorandum Order No. 18, Series of 1994. After due verification made, the above- named supplier has stock balance of 252,714 bd.ft. of lumber as of this date.

Attached is the duly signed lumber supply contract of the concerned parties.

For information, further evaluation and favorable consideration.

EMELITA P. LINGAT




July 4, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : REPORT ON MONTHLY ACCOMPLISHMENT ON THE ANTI- ILLEGAL LOGGING CAMPAIGN OF CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 30, 2014 of CENR OfficerJoselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac, regarding the submission of monthly accomplishment report on anti-illegal logging campaign of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac for the month of June 2014.

Please be informed that no forest products and conveyances had been apprehended/ confiscated for this month, wherefore, no case was filed in court. Likewise no Donation of Confiscated Forest Products to Department of Education (Deped) for schools furniture’s/ fixtures was made.

Attached herewith are the duly accomplishment forms indicating the necessary parameters for ready reference.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac City

Telephone No.: (045)-985-3486Email Address: [email protected]

May 13, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : ANNUAL ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT FOR CY 2013 OFSOCIALIZED INDUSTRIAL FOREST MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT (SIFMA) III- NO. 03-2010 LOCATED AT BRGY. MANINIOG, MAYANTOC, TARLAC.

Respectfully forwarded is the Annual Accomplishment Report for CY2013 Frankie C. Candelario, holderof Socialized Industrial Forest Management Agreement (SIFMA) No. 03-2010 located at Brgy. Maniniog, Mayantoc, Tarlac.

Please be informed that the SIFMA tree plantation area is not yet fully developed,hence, activities conducted include seedling production /procurement, plantation establishment, construction of infrastructure/fire lines and plantation maintenance and protection activities.





July 28, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION (LUMBER DEALER PERMIT) OF GENWIL MERCHANDISING LOCATED AT BRGY.STO. DOMINGO 1, CAPAS, TARLAC

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 23, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac relative to the above-stated subject.

Attached are the requirements in support to the application for the Renewal of Certificate of Registration as Lumber Dealer Permit of Genwil Merchandising filed by Mr. William Ong of Brgy. Sto. Domingo 1, Capas, Tarlac.


EMELITA P. LINGAT




July 4, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : SUBMISSION OF MONTHLY COLLECTION REPORTOF FOREST FEES AND CHARGES FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 30, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac regarding the submission of the monthly collection report of forest fees and charges for the month of June 2014.

As reported, a total amount of Seven Thousand One Hundred Thirty (P7, 130.00) have been collected from forest fees and charges for the month of June 2014.


EMELITA P. LINGAT




July 9, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTORDENR, R- 3, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA



SUBJECT : REPORT OF PRICE MONITORING OF ROUGH LUMBER AND WOOD PANEL PRODUCTS OF CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC COVERING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 30, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac relative to the submission of the Price Monitoring Report of rough lumber and wood panel products that were sold by the registered lumber dealers on a wholesale and retail basis within the administrative jurisdiction of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac covering the month of June 2014.

Please be informed that the retailing price on construction and materials (rough lumber) is Forty Five Pesos (P45.00) in every lumber dealers, however, it varies on the retailing price of wood panels.


EMELITA P. LINGAT




June 30, 2014

MEMORANDUM


ATTN: THE REGIONAL TECHNICAL DIRECTOR (ERDS)


SUBJECT : ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT OF SEED PRODUCTION AREA (SPA) ACTIVITIES COVERING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014, SITIO CALAO, BRGY.SAN JOSE, MAYANTOC, TARLAC.

Respectfully submitted is the Accomplishment Report in the Seed Production Area (SPA) activities covering the month of June 2014, to wit:

1. Collected Forty Three (43) kilograms of seeds from Gmelina Plus Trees. The seeds were used in the National Greening Program (NGP) seedling production.

2. Properly maintained and protected the Seed Production Area (SPA) during the period covered.

For information, evaluation and record.

EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTANDNATURALRESOURCES


PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangayParaiso, Tarlac City

Telephone No.: (045)-985-3486; Email Address: [email protected]

July 1, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : REPORT ON THE DOMESTIC RETAIL PRICE OFROUGH LUMBER OF CENRO TARLAC CITY COVERING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 26, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City relative to the above –stated subject.

Attached herewith is the duly accomplished form of Domestic Retail Price of Rough Lumber within the jurisdiction of CENRO, Tarlac City for the month of June 2014.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



Telephone No.: (045)-985-3486 Email Address: [email protected]

July 9, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : MONTHLY REPORT OF FOREST PROTECTION AND LAW ENFORCEMENT UNIT FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014 WITHIN CENRO TARLAC CITY.

Respectfully submitted is the Monthly Report of Forest Protection and Law Enforcement Unit of CENRO Tarlac City regarding apprehended and donated forest products for the month of June 2014, in compliance with your Memorandum dated April 01, 2014.

Attached herewith are the duly accomplished forms as requested by the Commission on Audit (COA), DENR-Region 3, indicating all the required parameters for ready reference.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

SUBJECT: IN THE MATTER OF ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION HEARING


RE: APPREHENDED TWENTY –NINE (29) PIECES OF ILLEGALLY CHAINSAW YEMANE (Gmelinaarborea) WITH A VOLUME OF 0.257 CUBIC METER AT SITIO ALON, BRGY. LUBIGAN, SAN JOSE, TARLAC

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On April 04, 2014 in the morning, as per valid information from a concerned citizen that there is on-going cutting of Yemane trees in Brgy. Lubigan, San Jose, Tarlac, the Team immediately proceeded to Brgy. Lubigan and coordinated with Brgy. Council Robert Day who provided us support with Brgy. Tanods and went to the cited area.

That upon reaching the subject area at about 9:45, we heard a roaring sound of chainsaw cutting Yemanetrees at the lot allegedly owned by Dizon family of SitioAlonBrgy.Lubigan , San Jose, Tarlac. That upon verification of the validity of ownership of the Chainsaw, it turned out to be legitimately registered at the CENRO Tarlac City to Jerry Herbonof Brgy. Lubigan who operated it. That while taking the measurement of the dimension of chainsawnYemane lumber, a certain man came and arrogantly introduced himself as Atty. Florante F. Dizon and asked us: ”What is the problem?” and claimed to own the lot and the cut Yemane trees. He further alleged, that he asked permission from the Barangay Officials of Lubigan; from the Mayor of San Jose; and from the CENR Office, Tarlac City, but when he was aked by Forester Mario Q. Guingab if he hold/possessed any such documents or cutting permit that is issued to him he then replied none. He reasoned that he requested to cut those blown down trees struck by typhoon Santi, which he alleged to have been permittedby those mentioned officials when he allegedly talked to them. That we verified his alleged clearance from the Barangay Official Records of Lubigan if there is such any documents issued to him, however, it appeared nothing.

That we immediately effected the seizure of these illegally chainsawnYemane lumber by preparing a Seizure Receipt and requested Mr. Florante F. Dizon to sign it, but he refused to sign it, instead, he told us to just file a case against him if we perceived to have violated any law, rules and regulations pertaining to the subject and will be willing to face it in court. He also refused to release the seized chainsaw and withheld the same and kept it in his house (bunkhouse), the place where the team had affected the seizure, despite the willingness of the owner, Mr. Jerry Herbon to turn-over it to us. He further warned us that we entered his property without his permission.

In this junction, we proceeded to verify another cutting incident where we heard a sound of chainsaw operating in a nearby area from our place of confiscation. That upon its verification of the incident, it was found out that there was Certificate of Verification issued from the CENRO Tarlac to Mr. Rogel Mayor, Jr.

The team decided to just temporarily turned-over the custody of the seized illegally chainsawnYemane lumber consisting of Twenty-Nine (29) pieces with a volume of 0.257 cubic meter or 115 board feet to the Barangay Officials of Lubigan, San Jose at Barangay Hall for safekeeping purposes because they don’t have vehicle to transport it. The said seized forest products were properly received by Hon. Liza Sigue, who was the Officer of the Day at the time (April 04, 2014). Please see copy of duly signed Seizure Receipt herewith attached.

Relative herewith, the team strongly recommends the immediate filing of criminal complaint against Mr. Florante F. Dizon for blatantly violating the provision of P.D. 705, as amended. Attached herewith is the duly signed Seizure Receipt of Forest Products and verified Pictures of illegally chainsawnYemane lumber and chainsaw actually used in the cutting of said Yemane Trees seized at SitioAlon, Brgy. Lubigan, San Jose, Tarlac on April 04, 2014.

In accordance with the DENR Administrative Order No. 97-32, A Notice of Seizure/Administrative Adjudication Hearing was scheduled on May 05, 2014, at 2:00 pm (Monday) at the Conference Room at PENRO Tarlac City


May 13, 2014

MEMORANDUM

TO : THE CENRO OFFICER DENR, TARLAC CITY


SUBJECT : APPROVED LUMBER SUPPLY CONTRACT ENTERED INTO BY AND BETWEEN WOODSPHERE MARKETINGOF VALENZUELA CITY WITH NEW TABLERIA INSULAR LUMBER AND HARDWARE OF SAN ROQUE, TARLAC

Furnishing you is a copy of the Memorandum dated May 07, 2014 of Regional Executive Director, Sofio B. Quintana, Ph.D.,CESO IV, DENR, Region III regarding the Approved Lumber Supply Contract entered into and by and between Woodsphere Marketing of 138 ITC Compound, Malinis St., LawangBato, Valenzuela City with New Tableria Insular Lumber and Hardware of Mac Arthur Highway, San Roque, Tarlac for 100,000 board feet of sawn lumber (Imported Lumber) for a period of five (5) years effective November 18, 2013.

In this connection, please be informed that this contract was approved by the OIC, Regional Executive Director DENR, National Capital Region, and Quezon City.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 4, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ON THE MONITORING STATION OF CENRO TARLAC CITY FOR THE MONTHOF JUNE 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 1, 2014 of CENR OfficerLaurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City relative to the accomplishment report on Forest Products monitored through the Monitoring Center at Brgy. Paraiso,Tarlac City.

Attached herewith is the Summary of Monitored Forest Products in the prescribed duly accomplished form for your immediate reference.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICE


Barangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-348 Email Address: [email protected]

July 25, 2014

MEMORANDUM



SUBJECT : GUIDELINES FOR GRANTING GENERAL AMNESTY FOR UNREGISTERED RADIO EQUIPMENT

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 17, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang regarding the above-stated subject, in compliance to your Memorandum dated July 04, 2014.

Please be informed that CENRO Tarlac City is not a holder of Amateur Radio Operator Certificate /Radio License.


EMELITA P. LINGAT




May 13, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN FORMS FOROFFICIAL USE OF CENRO TARLAC CITY

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated May 7, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City regarding their request for the issuance of Certificate of Origin Forms (CLO/CTO) to be used in the transport /shipment of harvested trees/logs ofGoldblest Country Farms, Inc. holder of SIFMA No. 99-34-01 located at So. Pisapungan, Brgy. Sula, San Jose, Tarlac, in connection with the Clearance and Cutting Permit issued for the cutting of Eight Hundred Sixty (860) planted Gmelina trees with a net volume of 156.06 cubic meters.

For information and approval.

EMELITA P. LINGAT




August 6, 2014

MEMORANDUM

TO : THE CENR OFFICER DENR- CAMILING, TARLAC


SUBJECT : REQUEST TO UTILIZE THE 16.11 CUBIC METERSTURNED- OVER GMELINA TIMBER ROGUED/CUT FROM INFERIOR, UNWANTED AND DISEASED TREES FROM THE SEED PRODUCTION AREA (SPA) AT SO. CALAO, SAN JOSE, MAYANTOC, TARLAC.

Forwarded to you is the Memorandum dated July 28, 2014 of OIC, Regional Director Francisco E. Milla, Jr. regarding the request to utilize the 16.11 cubic meters turned-over Gmelina timber rogued/cut from inferior, unwanted and diseased trees from the Seed Production Area (SPA) at Sitio Calao, San Jose, Mayantoc, Tarlac which are presently stockpiled at CENRO compound, Camiling, Tarlac

Please be informed that in view of the noble purpose of your request and considering that the said wood products are free from any Court litigation, your request is hereby GRANTED, subject to the requirements as provided pursuant to Malacanang Memorandum Order No. 162, Series of 1993 (Providing Guidelines for the Disposition of Confiscated Logs, Lumber and Other Purposes).

In connection to this you are required to submit report of the completed Project together with photographs for record purposes.

For guidance and strict compliance.

EMELITA P. LINGAT


August 6, 2014



MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : INVENTORY OF TREES ALONG TARLAC-STA. ROSA ROAD TARLAC SECTION THAT WILL BE AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED ROAD WIDENING PROJECT OF DPWH, TARLAC DISTRICT

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated August 4, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City relative to the request for the inventory of trees that will be affected by the proposed Road Widening Project along Tarlac –Sta. Road, Tarlac Section traversing Public Work and Highways, Tarlac District with the Information that the trees (50 various species) are within the Road Right of Way whereby said trees will be sacrificed.

Documents attached are as follows:1. Inspection Report;2. Stand and Stock Table;3. Inventory Sheets/Tally Sheets;4. Geo-Tagged Pictures of Trees Affected by the Project;5. Certification from the Inspecting Officer;6. Letter Request of DPWH District Engr. Erelina B. Santos;7. Certification from Hon. Gelacio R. Ma

For information, further evaluation and consideration.

EMELITA P. LINGAT


May 27, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE PENRODENR, TARLAC CITY

THRU : THE CHIEF, FMS

FROM : FPLEU TEAM

SUBJECT : REPORT ON APPREHENDED/SEIZED ELF TRUCKWITH ITS LOAD AND OTHER APPREHENSION MADE BY PHILIPPINES AIR FORCE, BASED AT STA.JULIANA,CAPAS, TARLAC

On Monday morning of 26 May 2014, the undersigned gathered information that the SPOW(PAF) BASE at Brgy. Sta. Juliana, Capas, Tarlac apprehended/seized one (1) elf truck bearing plate number UAV 156 loaded with undetermined number of pieces Guijo flitches. The FPLEU Team (PENRO and CENRO Tarlac City) joint together spearheaded by FII Avelino M. Bacallo, Chief, PENRO FPLEU proceeded to the SPOW BASE Camp to verify such information. Upon reaching the SPOW Camp, we ascertained the presence of impounded conveyance loaded with undetermined number of pieces of dipterocarp Guijo species with some other flitches stocked-piled near the impounded truck, and two(2) carabao cart also loaded with chainsawn Guijo flitches.

FII Avelino M. Bacallo and FI Alfredo S. Nepacena coordinated with BASE Commander LTC Rommel Allan P. Genete, regarding the apprehended/seized forest products and conveyance. After which, we took pictures of the said forest products and conveyance, conduct actual scaling of the apprehended Guijo flitches to determine the number of pieces and the volume. The geographical location of the impounding place is 15˚19’ 20’’N, 120˚25’24”E. The total number of pieces is 195 with an aggregate volume of 12,035 bd. ft. or 4.80 cubic meters. The appraised value is 203,500 Php computed at 100 Php per board foot.

Our group issued apprehension receipt and put under the custody of Ist Lieutenant Felixberto A. Pena of 790th ABG based thereat. Detailed report will be submitted by CENR Office Tarlac City.

For her information and record.

FII AVELINO M. BACALLO FR ROLANDO R. BAUTISTA Chief, PENRO FPLEU MEMBER

Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICEBarangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486 Email Address: [email protected]



May 29, 2014MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT: LETTER DATED 20 JANUARY 2014 OF MR. DOMINADOR NATIVIDAD REQUESTING FOR A CUTTING/ HARVESTING AUTHORITY FOR THEIR PLANTED GMELINA TREESWITHIN THEIR PRIVATE LAND LOCATED AT SO. ALIABON, BRGY. NAMBALAN, MAYANTOC, TARLAC.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated May 20, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA of CENRO Camiling Tarlac relative to the letter dated May 20, 2014 of Mr. Dominador Natividad, requesting for an authority to cut/harvest planted Gmelina trees within their private land tree plantation located at So. Aliabon, Brgy. Nambalan,Mayantoc, Tarlac.

Please be informed that their planted trees was registered as a private land tree plantation under Certificate of Tree Plantation Ownership No. CCTY 14-32 and it falls within the coordinates 15˚ 32.084 N latitude and 120˚ 19.585 E longtitude.

A total of One Thousand Six Hundred Three (1,603) planted Gmelina trees with a total volume of Three Hundred Seventy One and 33/100 (371.33) cubic meters were inventoried and marked for cutting/harvesting and these will be sawn into lumber/flitches for personal consumption and for commercial purposes.

Attached herewith are the documents required per Memorandum dated April 3, 2014 and Fax Message dated April 10, 2014 regarding lists of requirements and additional documents for the tree cutting clearance/permit.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



May 27, 2014

MEMORANDUM

TO : THE CENR OFFICERS DENR, CENRO TARLAC CITY AND CAMILING, TARLAC


SUBJECT : FOREST MANAGEMENT SERVICE STATISTICAL REPORTS FOR THE 1STQUARTER CY 2014

Furnishing you is a copy of the Memorandum dated May 19, 2014 of Regional Technical Director Sofio B. Quintana, DENR, R3 regarding the submission of reports on Forest Management Service regular Statistical Reports, in compliance with the existing DENR regulations/instructions.

In connection to the existing policies, please be reminded that the FMS Statistical Reports should be submitted on the 10th day of the month after the ensuing quarter for consolidation by the Regional Office and submission to the Central Office before the end of the month after each quarter. Likewise, Forestry Related Income Collection, Revised Price Monitoring System and Wood Importation and Disposition are monthly reports and should also be submitted every 10th

day of the succeeding month.

For your information and strict compliance.

EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 25, 2014

MEMORANDUM



SUBJECT : GUIDELINES FOR GRANTING GENERAL AMNESTYFOR UNREGISTERED RADIO EQUIPMENT

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 17, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang regarding the above-stated subject, in compliance to your Memorandum dated July 04, 2014.

Please be informed that CENRO Tarlac City is not a holder of Amateur Radio Operator Certificate/Radio License.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 4, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : REPORT OF FOREST PROTECTION AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OF CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014.

Respectfully submitted is the monthly report of Forest Protection and Law Enforcement of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac City regarding apprehended and donated forest products for the month of June 2014, in compliance with your Memorandum dated April 01, 2014, relative to the above-mentioned subject.

Attached herewith are the duly accomplished forms as requested by the Commission on Audit (COA), DENR-Region 3, indicating all the required parameters for ready reference.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES Barangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486 Email Address: [email protected]

July 9, 2014

MEMORANDUM





SUBJECT : CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF 40% SHARE OF LOCALGOVERNMENT UNITS FOR THE QUARTER ENDING JUNE, 2014 OF CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 30, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac regarding the submission of Consolidated Report of 40% share of local government units from the proceeds in the Utilization of National Wealth for the 2nd Quarter Calendar Year 2014 of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the PhilippinesDEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES Barangay Paraiso, Tarlac CityTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486 Email Address: [email protected]


June 24, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : REPORTS ON MONTHLY COLLECTION OF FORESTFEES AND CHARGES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTUNITS SHARE FROM THE PROCEEDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND UTILIZATION OF NATIONALWEALTH FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2014, OF CENRO TARLAC CITY.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated May 22, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City, regarding the submission of reports on monthly collection of forest fees and charges and local government share from the proceeds in the development and utilization of the national wealth and revenue collection/generation for the month of April 2014 following the prescribed format.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



May 13, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : ANNUAL ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT FOR CY 2013 OFSOCIALIZED INDUSTRIAL FOREST MANAGAMENTAGREEMENT NO. 03-04142028-001 LOCATED AT BRGY.MANINIOG, MAYANTOC, TARLAC.

Respectfully forwarded is the Annual Accomplishment Report for CY 2013of Socialized Industrial Forest Management Agreement ( SIFMA) No. 03-04142028-001 awarded to Myrna Q. Saplaco/Victoria S. Corpus.

Please be informed that the SIFMA tree plantation area has been fully established, hence, maintenance and protection and seedling production for replanting of inadequately- stocked area/ portion of their plantation are the main activities undertaken. Moreover, the lessee had already paid their annual rental for Calendar Year 2013 in the amount of Three Thousand (P 3,000.00) pesos under O.R. No. 9618402 dated May 30, 2013.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 9, 2014

MEMORANDUM

TO : THE CENR OFFICERDENR, TARLAC CITY


SUBJECT : ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION HEARING OF APPREHENDED/SEIZED 9 PIECES OF ABANDONED WHITE LAUAN LUMBER WITH A TOTAL VOLUMEOF 294.0 BOARD FEET LOCATED AT BRGY. MAAMOT,SAN JOSE, TARLAC.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 3, 2014 of OIC, Regional Director, DENR-R3 regarding the above-stated subject.

In connection to this, your continuous effort in the implementation of our Forest Protection and Law Enforcement is highly appreciated.

Please conduct the necessary Administrative Adjudication Hearing as required per DAO 97-32 and submit your recommendation to the Regional Office as basis for our action on the matter.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



August 4, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : APPREHENSION/SEIZURE OF 9 PIECES OF ABANDONED WHITE LAUAN FLITCHES WITH A TOTAL VOLUME OF294 BOARD FEET AT BRGY. MAAMOT, SAN JOSE, TARLAC

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 22, 2014 of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City, in compliance to your Fax Message dated July 3, 2014 regarding the above-stated subject.

Please be informed that CENRO Tarlac City did not conduct Administrative Adjudication Hearing on the

EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 21, 2014

MEMORANDUM

TO : THE CENR OFFICERDENR, TARLAC CITY


SUBJECT : REQUEST OF MS. CHRISTINE W. YANG, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, METROPOLITAN BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, FOR A PERMIT TO CUT VARIOUS TREE SPECIES PLANTED WITHIN THEIR PRIVATE LOT LOCATED AT PLAZA LUISITACENTER, SAN MIGUEL, TARLAC CITY.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated July 11, 2014 of OIC, Regional Director Francisco E. Milla, DENR, R3 relative to the above-stated subject.

Please be informed that a clearance is hereby granted for you to issue a Tree Cutting and Earth-Balling Permit in favor of Ms. Christine W. Yang. In this connection, see to it that the terms and conditions stipulated in the aforecited Memorandum are strictly followed.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



May 19, 2014MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : LETTER DATED 13 MARCH 2014 OF MS. DEMETRIAG. QUINTOS REQUESTING FOR A CUTTING AUTHORITY OF THEIR PLANTED NARRA TREES WITHIN THEIR PRIVATE LAND LOCATED AT POBLACION B, CAMILING, TARLAC

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated May 14, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac regarding the request of Ms. Demetria G. Quintos , for an authority to cut planted Narra trees within their private land.

Please be informed that Ms. Demetria G. Quintos is the rightful owner of the parcel of land covered with TCT No. 42063 located at Poblacion B. Camiling, Tarlac and it falls within the geographic coordinate of 15˚41’32.6’’ N latitude and 120˚24’39.2’’ E longitude.

These three (3) planted Narra trees with a total volume of 91/100(0.91) cubic meters were inventoried and marked to be cut since these pose danger and threats both to human lives and properties. These are located in between the residential houses in the area, hence, the cutting is favorably endorsed by the concerned Barangay LGU.

Attached herewith are the documents required per your Memorandum dated 3 April 2014 regarding lists of requirements for the tree cutting clearance/ permit.


SUBJECT: IN THE MATTER OF ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION HEARINGRE: APPREHENDED ONE (1) CHAINSAW AT SITIO KAWILI-WILI, BRGY. CUT CUT 2, CAPAS, TARLAC

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On March 27, 2014 at around 2:30 pm at Sitio Kawili-wili, Brgy. Cut Cut 2, Capas, Tarlac, the PENRO and CENRO FPLEU Team seized one (1) chainsaw without a Certificate of Registration used in cutting of Yemane species without a permit to cut issued by CENRO Tarlac City.

The said owner of the chainsaw is Mr. Rowel Dela Cruz-Cunanan. After the initial verification and interrogation, the chainsaw were brought to PENRO Compound, Brgy. Paraiso, Tarlac City for safekeeping purposes and future disposition.

On April 08, 2014, A Notice of Seizure and Adjudication Hearing was scheduled and held on April 15, 2014 at 2:00 pm at PENRO Tarlac City.

RESULTS/FINDINGS:

The Administrative Adjudication Hearing pushed through on April 15, 2014 as scheduled and it was attended by the above-named respondent : Rowel Dela Cruz Cunanan, the members of the Adjudication Panel- Forester Mariano P. Lagartera, Jr., Chief, FMS, Hearing Officer, Avelino M. Bacallo, Chief, FPLEU PENRO and Jimmy A. Baldonade, Jr., Chief, of FRCS of CENRO, Tarlac City.

The hearing was formally called to order by Forester Mariano P. Lagartera, Jr., as Hearing Officer. He first explained the purpose and nature of the hearing and also told him about the pertinent forestry laws, rules and regulations being enforced by the DENR including the appropriate penalties and punishments. After which, the respondent was interrogated and given his chance to explain his side on the matter pursuant to his constitutional rights. Hereunder,the results / findings of Adjudication Panel.

1. That, Rowel Dela Cruz-Cunanan explained that the lot where he cut trees is for sale and he had just been hired by the land-owner. He also said that in every board foot that he cuts, he had a profit of Php. 7.00.00 pesos.

2. That, based on the foregoing explanation of the respondent, as further evaluated according to his credibility and by observing due process, it is the opinion of the Adjudication Panel that he may be given another chance. As such, in order not to jeopardize the right and means of the respondent for a decent source of livelihood using his equipment, the chainsaw will be released to the respondent after complying with the necessary requisite documents that the Adjudication panel advised him to submit.

3. That, the respondent submitted his corresponding Notarized Promissory Note/ SinumpaangSalaysay that he will not commit any similar offense in violation of DENR laws, rules, and regulations together with the Certification from the Barangay Captain of SitioKawili-wiliBrgy. Cut-Cut 2, Capas, Tarlac, manifesting that the justification submitted by the respondent is amenable to the local leaders therein.That as part of his commitment to support forest conservation, he promised to collect seeds of forest tree species and submit these to the PENRO to be used in its nursery/ seedling production activities. He will also strongly be

reprimanded that he will be facing appropriate administrative and criminal charges if he commit similar offense in the future.

Done at PENRO Tarlac City this 15th day of April 2014.

MARIANO P. LAGARTERA, JR. AVELINO M. BACALLOChief, FMS Chief, FPLEU

ATTESTED BY:

EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the PhilippinesMunicipality of CapasProvince of Tarlac

AFFIDAVIT

We, LTC ROMMEL ALLAN P. GANETE PAF and ILT FELIXBERTO A.PENA, JR, PAF, both of Legal age, married and Officers of Philippine Air Force, as Commanding Officer 790th Air Base Group (ABG) and Personnel Director respectively. both assigned at 790th ABG base at Santa Juliana, Capas, Tarlac, having been duly sworn in accordance with the Law do hereby depose and state:

1. That as Officers of the Philippine Air Force of the above-stated command post. We are responsible for the supervision and fielding of men necessarily to carry out function and duties mandated unto our unit, to include the patrolling the periphery of the Crow Valley Gunnery and Target Range;

2. That on or about 250330H May 2014 we received information that a truck bearing plate No. UAV 156 was clandestinely in the process of loading undetermined pieces and volume of wood products at Sitio Santa Teresa O Donnell, Capas, Tarlac; per reliable information those timber products emanates from public forest in Sta. Juliana, Capas, Tarlac.

3. That then and there we conducted apprehension of the truck and possible arrest of the offender. However, only the driver was left behind at the loading site because the other suspects have scampered away upon sensing our presence in the area;

4. That the driver and possessor of the lumber at the time of apprehension was identified in the name of Albert Tiglao a resident of So.Calanat, O’ Donnel, Capas, Tarlac;

5. That upon apprehension he showed us several papers covering transport of Forest Products but we found out those were papers intended for Gmelina Timbers and not what was presently loaded unto their truck which composed of Guijo flitch lumber a naturally grown species to our knowledge it is covered by prohibition for cutting under E.O. 23 and to our assessment the timbers bears 1000 bd. ft. more or less;

6. That the owner of the vehicle is Mrs. Iluminada Olimpo who personally appeared to the command post/headquarter after the truck was brought latter for safekeeping and further disposition;

7. That afterward we made a representation and coordination with DENR-CENRO Tarlac City thru a letter address to CENRO Laurino D. Macadangdang dated 26 May 2014 for their appropriate administrative and legal action. The said letter is hereto attached and marked as “ Annex 1” and made integral part of this affidavit.

8. That we execute this affidavit in support to Anti-Illegal Logging Campaign as provided for under P.D. 1559 Section 89 and for the filing of the formal charge against Albert Tiglao and Iluminada Olimpo, for violation of Section 68 of P.D. 705 as amended and further amended by E.O. 277.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, We affixed our signature, this__________th day of May 2014 at Capas, Tarlac

LTC ROMMEL ALLAN P. GENETE ILT FELIXBERTO A. PENA, JR. AFFIANT AFFIANT

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this________day of June 2014 at Tarlac City, Tarlac

_______________________________________ADMINISTERING OFFICER

Republic of the PhilippinesCity of TarlacProvince of Tarlac

JOINT AFFIDAVIT

We FORESTER I ALFREDO J. NEPACENA, FR ROLANDO R. BAUTISTA, FR FLORANTE T. CATACUTAN, AND FORESTER II AVELINO M.BACALLO of legal age, married and all employee of Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) connected with Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) and Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) respectively both based at Tarlac City. After, having been duly sworn to in accordance with the law do hereby depose and state.

1. That our agency DENR is the lead agency in implementing laws, rules and regulations within the jurisdiction of Tarlac province and as personnel we are mandated and tasked to establish networking and coordination to other government agencies also tasked in taking care in the protection and conservation of our natural resources, especially forest resources;

2. That on May 25, 2014, CENR Officer Forester Laurino D. Macadangdang received reports from LTC Rommel Allan P. Genete (PAF) Group Commander of 790th Air Base Group (ABG) Crow Valley Gunnery Range Brgy. Sta. Juliana, Capas, Tarlac, that they have apprehended various timber within their territorial jurisdiction; specifically a carter truck with plate No. UAV 156 loaded with Guijo timber;

3. That upon hearing such report he instructed us to coordinate immediately to the said unit for appropriate activities, and act on matters mandated upon our agency;

4. That on May 26, 2014 (Monday) our Team immediately proceeded to the said Armed Forces Unit and found out that a truck was indeed impounded at the compound of the 790th ABG Headquarters.

5. That we conducted the necessary scaling, taking of pictures and prepared the apprehension receipt to effect the formal seizure of the said reported contraband;

6. That the impounded truck with plate number UAV 156 have a load of 120 pieces Guijo flitches (chainsawn ) and with a volume of 1,240.00 bd.ft., the assessed value is amounting 124,000.00 Php. Prices of 100 Php per board foot. The said apprehended/seized items were put under the custody of ILT Felixberto A. Pena Jr. PAF for safekeeping and future disposition. Attached are the apprehension receipt marked as Annex “ 1” and Annex “ 2” respectively;

7. That we took pictures of the said items showing the relative location or GPS coordinates of the place where the said truck and forest products were presently impounded to serve as one of the documentary evidences , marked as Annex “3”.

8. That we are certain that the said shipment is not sanctioned by the DENR for the Guijo timber species was a naturally growing Forest Trees and are prohibited to be cut as provided for under the provision of Executive Order (E.O.) No. 23, dated February 01, 2011” declares a moratorium on the cutting and harvesting of timber in the natural and residual Forests of the entire country”. Thus, our office surely, is not issuing any request for cutting or transport documents to anybody when it is for dipterocarp species ; and

9. That a formal charge against Albert Tiglao and his cohorts for violation of

Section 68PD 705 as amended and further amended by E.O. 277 and remembered as Section 77 of R.A. 7161.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we set our hands this__________ of June 2014 at Tarlac City

FORESTER I ALFREDO J. NEPACENA FR FLORANTE T.CATACUTAN

AFFIANT AFFIANT

FR. ROLANDO R. BAUTISTA FORESTER II AVELINOM.BACALLO AFFIANT AFFIANT

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this___________ day of June 2014 at Tarlac City,Tarlac

______________________________ADMINISTERING OFFICER


June 18, 2014MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : RESULT ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION HEARING: APPREHENDED ONE (1) CHAINSAW AT SITIOKAWILI-WILI, BRGY. CUT CUT 2, CAPAS, TARLAC

Respectfully forwarded is the report relative to the result of the Administrative Adjudication Hearing done in PENR Office, Tarlac City on April 15, 2014.


Based on the information gathered, Mr. Rowel Dela Cruz-Cunanan of Sitio Kawili-wili, Brgy. Cut Cut 2, Capas, Tarlac, the respondent explained that he owned the said chainsaw and that the lot where he cut trees is for sale and he had just been hired by the land owner.

Peruse evaluation of the Adjudication Panel, on the case at hand. They acted to the request of the chainsaw owner. However, it depends on the authorities if he will be given a chance or consideration the social side of the case and in order not to jeopardize his right and means for a decent source of livelihood using the said equipment hence, Thus, they recommend that the chainsaw will be released to him after complying with the necessary requisite documents that they advises him to submit . Finally, as to the part of the chainsaw owner to support forest conservation, he promised to collect seeds of forest tree species and these to PENRO to be used in its nursery /seedling production activities. He is also strongly be reprimanded then, that if he commits similar offense in the future he will be facing corresponding outright appropriate criminal charges.

Based on the above premises, this office, assent to the request of the owner, that his chainsaw be released.

For perusal and consideration.

EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 4, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : CERTIFICATE OF VERIFICATION FOR CUTTING,CERTIFICATE OF VERIFICATION FOR TRANSPORT AND SPECIAL CUTTING PERMIT ISSUED COVERING THE MONTH OF JUNE 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 30, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac, regarding the copies of Certificate of Verification for Cutting, Certificate of Verification for Transport and Special Cutting Permit issued by CENRO Camiling, Tarlac covering the month of June 2014. Attached also are the pertinent documents submitted by individual/requestor prior to their issuance.


EMELITA P. LINGAT



July 25, 2014

MEMORANDUM

TO : THE CENR OFFICERS CENRO TARLAC CITY AND CENRO CAMILING, TARLAC


SUBJECT : REQUEST FOR PHOTOGRAPHS FOR THE ‘’AFoCo’’PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION ON FOREST DISASTERMANAGEMENT IN SOUTHEAST ASIA’’

Forwarded to you is a copy of the Memorandum dated July 22, 2014 of Regional Technical Director Sofio B. Quintana, DENR-R3 regarding the above–stated subject, in connection with the Memorandum of the Director, Forest Management Bureau dated July 8, 2014.

Please submit digital copies of photographs as requested by AFoCo’’through fastest means to be included on the Photography Exhibition to be held on August 16-21, 2014 in Seoul, Republic of Korea.

For guidance and strict compliance.

EMELITA P. LINGAT



June 16, 2014

MEMORANDUM




SUBJECT : RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATIONN AS LUMBER DEALERS OF WOOD SOURCE INCORPORATED, TURLA’S LUMBER AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY BOTH LOCATED ATCONCEPCION, TARLAC, CAPAS UNITED LUMBERAND HARDWARE AT CAPAS, TARLAC, HQ

COMMERCIAL AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY AT MATATALAIB TARLAC CITY AND NEW APPLICATION OF SRB LUMBER AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY AT CONCEPCION, TARLAC

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum of CENR Officer Laurino D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City dated May 30, 2014 and June 02, 2014, respectively endorsing one (1) new application and Four (4) renewal of Certificate as Lumber dealers within the jurisdiction of CENRO Tarlac City and after all the requirements/documents have been duly verified and complied with.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

Republic of the PhilippinesPROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESBarangay Paraiso, San Miguel, TarlacTelephone No.: (045)-985-3486Email Address: [email protected]

June 30, 2014

MEMORANDUM



TO : THE CENR OFFICERDENR- CAMILING, TARLAC


SUBJECT : REQUEST OF MR. DOMINADOR NATIVIDAD FOR A PERMIT TO CUT PLANTED GMELINA TREES WITHIN HIS PRIVATE LOT LOCATED AT SO. ALIABON, BRGY. NAMBALAN, MAYANTOC, TARLAC.

Forwarded to you is the Memorandum dated June 23, 2014 of OIC, Regional Director Francisco E. Milla, Jr, DENR-Region III, relative to the above-stated subject.

Please be informed that a Clearance is hereby granted for you to issue a Tree Cutting Permit in favor of Mr.Dominador Natividad. In this connection, please see to it that the terms and conditions stipulated by the Regional Office are strictly followed.

For information and strict compliance.

EMELITA P. LINGAT


July 4, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTOR


DENR, R-3, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA



SUBJECT : QUARTERLY STATISTICAL REPORT OF CENRO CAMILING,TARLAC COVERING THE PERIOD OF APRIL TO JUNE CALENDAR YEAR 2014.

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 30, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, regarding the submission of the Quarterly Statistical Report of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac for the period of April to June Calendar Year 2014.

Please be informed that the accomplished statistical report forms FS 1.1, F.S 2, FS 8 and FS 10 are herewith attached where these are the only applicable to their office.


EMELITA P. LINGAT


July 4, 2014

MEMORANDUM

FOR : THE OIC, REGIONAL DIRECTOR


DENR, R-3, CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA



SUBJECT : LIST OF RENEWED CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION OF CHAINSAW FOR THE 1ST SEMESTER, 2014 OF CENROCAMILING, TARLAC

Respectfully forwarded is the Memorandum dated June 30, 2014 of CENR Officer Joselito M. Blanco, DPA, CENRO Camiling, Tarlac regarding the submission of List of Renewed Certificate of Registration of Chainsaw for the 1st semester of Calendar Year 2014.

Please be informed that there are Eleven (11) Certificate of Registration of Chainsaw were renewed by CENRO Camiling, Tarlac for the 1st semester of Calendar Year 2014, in consonance with RA 9175 otherwise known as the Chainsaw Act of 2002.


EMELITA P. LINGAT

“THE ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION HEARING”

Re: Apprehended Twenty –Nine (29) Pieces of Illegally ChainsawYemane (Gmelinaarborea) with a Volume of 0.257 Cubic Meter on April 04, 2014 at SitioAlon, Brgy. Lubigan, San Jose, Tarlac

LIST OF OFFICIALS: TO BE GIVEN LETTER OF INVITATION FOR MULTI-SECTORAL MANAGEMENT:

NAME ADDRESS

1. PCI INSP. ELENO R. MANROBANG Bamban, Tarlac OIC, BAMBAN, PNP STATION

2. PSUPT SALVADOR S. DESTURA, JR. Capas, Tarlac OIC, CAPAS, PNP STATION

3. PS INSP. MARIANITO A. LAZO Mayantoc, Tarlac OIC, MAYANTOC, TARLAC

4. PSI INSP JONATHAN A. TALIWAN San Clemente, Tarlac OIC SAN CLEMENTE, PNP STATION

5. PS INSP RONNIE G. ASTERO San Jose, Tarlac OIC, SAN JOSE, PNP STATION

6. LTC ROMMEL ALLAN P. GENETE So. Patal Bato, Sta. Juliana, COMMANDING OFFICER 790TH AIR BASE WING Capas, Tarlac

7. LTC JESUS RICO D. ATENCIO Barangay Burgos, San COMMANDING OFFICE, 3 MILITAR BATALLION Jose, Tarlac

8. FORESTER MELANIO ATOMPAG Capitol Hills, San Vicente, OIC, PROVINCIAL ENRO Tarlac City

9. MS. ARACELI A. SAN JOSE, San Roque, Tarlac City PROVINCIAL DIRECTOR, DILG

10. MS. JULIANA Q. MANALILI Provincial Hospital PROVINCIAL HEAD, NCIP San Vicente, Tarlac City

11. ENGR. RAMIL E. DE VERA MENRO MENRO

12. MR. URBANO YUMUL San Jose, Tarlac MENRO

13. MUNICIP[AL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL MENRO, Mayantoc, Tarlac RESOURCES, MUNICIPALITY OF MAYANTOC

14. MUNICIPAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES MENRO San MUNICIPALITY OF SAN CLEMENTE Clemente

15. MUNICIPAL ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES MENRO Bamban, MUNICIPALITY OF BAMBAN Tarlac

AGENDA: CREATION OF THE PROVINCIAL ANTI-ILLEGAL LOGGING TASK FORCE PER E.O. 23 KNOWN AS ‘’ DECLARING A MORATORIUM ON CUTTING AND HARVESTING OF TIMBER IN THE NATURAL AND RESIDUAL FORESTSAND CREATING THE ANTI-ILLEGAL LOGGING TASK FORCE’’

PENRO Conference Room Thursday August 7, 2014

PROGRAMME

ACTIVITY TIME KEY ACTORS

Registration 1:30-2:00pm SecretariatOpening ProgramPrayerNational Anthem

Welcome Remarks

Rationale of the Program/ Meeting

2:00-3:15pmJesel YalungJesel Yalung

Forester Emelita P. Lingat PENR Officer

For. Larry D. Macadangdang of CENRO Tarlac City

BREAK 3:15--3:30pmPresentation of E.O. 23 3:30- 3:50pm Forester Avelino M. Bacallo

Forest Protection Officer

Presentation of E.O. 26 4:00-4:30pm Forester Brenda M. ClementeCDO II, PENRO NGP Focal Person

Sharing of Experiences on Anti- illegal Logging Operations

4:3 0- 4:50pm Forester Joselito M. Blanco of CENRO Camiling, Tarlac

Presentation of the Draft Resolution

4:50- 5:00pm Forester Emelita P. Lingat PENR Officer

Call for Adjournment Forester Emelita P. LingatPENR Officer

FACILITATOR/EMCEEFor. Mariano P. Lagartera, Jr.Chief FMS, Forest SpecialistMs. Delia D. CastilloPENRO PIO

FOREST LAW ENFORCEMENT

OUTLINE

1. Overview of Forest Management in the Philippines A. Legal Framework B. Agencies Tasked with Forest Management C. Major Forestry Law

II. ISSUES IN FOREST MANAGEMENT A. Non Demarcation of Forest Boundaries B. Need for More Accurate Workable Definition on the Modes of Development and Utilization of Forest ResourcesC. Non –implementation of the LGC Provision on LGU Share in National WealthD. Non- implementation of the Rewards to informers under PD 705E. Issuance of Tax Declarations Inside Forest Lands

III. FOREST LAW ENFORCEMENT IN THE PHILIPPINES A. The Law on Illegal LoggingB. Law on KainginC. Role of Government Agencies and Tenure Holders in Forest Law EnforcementD. Community partnership in Forest Law EnforcementE. Present initiatives in Forest Protection

IV. ISSUES AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE FOREST LAW ENFORCEMENTA. Strengthen DENR Forest Law Enforcement CapabilityB. Strengthen MPFCs and Partnership in Forest Law EnforcementC. Strengthen and Institutionalize LGU Involvement in Forest Law EnforcementD. Give Tenure Holders Due Process Prior to Suspension or Revocation

I. OVERVIEW OF FOREST MANAGEMENT IN THE PHILIPPINES

A. LEGAL FRAMEWORK

State ownership of natural resources This is contained in Article XII, Sec. 2 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, thus “all lands of the public domain , waters, minerals, coal, petroleum and other mineral oils, all forces of potential energy, fisheries, forests or timber, wildlife, flora and fauna, and other natural resources are owned by the State. With the exception of Agricultural lands, all other natural resources shall not be alienated.”

Accordingly, “ the exploration, development, and utilization of natural resources shall be under the full control and supervision of the State. The State may directly undertake such activities, or it may enter into co- production, joint venture, or production sharing agreements with Filipino citizens or corporations or associations at least sixty per centum of whose capitals are owned by such citizens”.

Two major classifications of forest lands.

The first are the protection forests. These are the protected areas and the proclaimed watersheds. They are called “set-asides” or protection forests because they have been legislated or proclaimed for the public good. Their primary purpose is for preservation and biodiversity conservation. They fall under the general category of national parks under Articles XII, Sec. 3 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution.

The second are the production forests. These forests are to be sustainably managed primarily for the utilization of the resources therein such as timber and non- timber forest products. In the 1987 Constitution, they fall under the category of forest or timber lands.

B. AGENCIES TASKED WITH FOREST MANAGEMENT

DENR as primary agency

DENR is the primary government agency responsible for the conservation, management, development and proper use of the country’s environment and natural resources (EO 192, 1987).

LGUs as partners/ co- managers

Under RA 7160(Local Government Code of 191), “ local government units (LGUs) shall share with national government the responsibility in the management and maintenance of ecological balance within their territorial jurisdiction”’.

Section 17 of the LGC went on to devolved certain forest management functions to LGUs, such as enforcement of forestry laws in community based forestry laws in community based forestry projects, integrated social forestry programs and communal forests, subject to supervision, control and review of the DENR.

In 1998, DENR and DILG issued Joint Memorandum Circular No. 98-01 entitled “ Manual of Procedures for DENR –DILG issued Joint Memorandum Circular No. 2003- 01 entitled “ Strengthening the DENR –DILG-LGU Partnership on Devolved and Other Forest Management Functions”.

Other agencies having jurisdiction over forest lands

By virtue of other laws and Presidential Proclamations, other agencies have also been given jurisdiction and management over certain forest areas such as UP with respect to Mt. Makiling (RA 6967, 1989) and PNOC over Tiwi Geothermal, Tongonan and Palimpinon watershed areas (PD 1515).

In the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, management of the forest lands is entrusted to the ARMM government.

C. MAJOR FORESTRY LAWS

The principal law governing forest management in the country is PD 705 (1975) otherwise known as the ‘’Revised Forestry Code of the Philippines”. The Code contains basic forestry standards and practices such as areas needed for forestry, multiple use, forest utilization” and management, and criminal offenses and penalties. PD. 705 has been amended by PD 865, PD 1559, PD 1775, BP 83, RA 7161 and EO 277.

Another important law in forestry is RA7586 (1992) or the “National Integrated Protected Area System” (NIPAS). This is the principal law governing set asides or protected areas. NIPAS encompasses outstanding remarkable areas and biologically important public lands that are habitats of rare and endangered species of plants and animals, biogeographic zones and related ecosystems, all of which are designated as protected areas. The protected areas include strict and nature reserve, natural monument, wildlife sanctuary, protected landscapes and seascapes, resource reserve and natural biotic areas.

RA 8371 (1997) or the ‘’Indigenous People’s Rights Act” (IPRA) will also have great impact on forest management. Other laws include RA 9072 (2001) or the ‘’National Cave and Resources Management and Protection Act’’, RA 9147 (2001) “ Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act’’, and RA 9175 ‘’The Chainsaw Act’’.

II. ISSUES IN FOREST MANAGEMENT

A. NON DEMARCATION OF FOREST BOUNDARIES

Earlier, we have discussed the two major classifications of forest lands that of set-asides or production forests. Knowing the classification and boundaries on the ground is very important as management and activities will depend on what kind of forest is being managed.

Unfortunately, the metes and bounds of the forest lines have not been delimited. This despite Article XII, Sec. 4 of the 1987 Philippines Constitution which states. “The Congress shall as soon as possible, determine by law the specific limits of forest lands and national parks , marking clearly their boundaries on the ground. Thereafter, such forest lands and national parks shall be conserved and may not be increased nor diminished, except by law. The Congress shall provide, for such period as it may determine measures to prohibit logging in endangered forests and watershed areas.

For the past several years, DENR has launched several reforestation activities supported by Overseas Development Assistance. DENR had encouraged the use of fast growing species and had promised the communities who planted them would like to harvest . The DENR would not allow because the area is a critical watershed, a fact they have belatedly learn.

B. NEED FOR MORE ACCURATE WORKABLE DEFINITION ON THE MODESOF DEVELOPMENT AND UTILIZATION OF FOREST RESOURCES

Prior to the 1987 Constitution, the modes of access to natural resources management was either through a lease, license agreement or permit. In other words, the government issues the permit, and in return, the logging company pays only fees and other charges, keeping for itself the enormous profits from the utilization of the natural resources.

For example, for so many years, the forest charge for Almaciga, Lauan, Tanguile, or premium hardwood harvested was only P30.00 per cubic meter, while the company was able to sell the same for about P2,000.00 –P3,000.00 per cubic meter. No wonder, timber concessionaires became so rich. Their goal was to cut more and export more. At the expense of our natural resources ! It was only with the passage of RA 7161(Forest Charges Law, 1991) that forest charges were increased.

Be that as it may, the 1987 Constitution has so wisely moved away from the lease, license or permit system. Now, development and utilization of natural resources can only be done directly by the State, or through co- production, joint venture or production sharing agreements. The shift is obviously to ensure that the State is able to get a fair return on the utilization of natural resources. Unfortunately, there is as yet no working definition on what is the share of the government in joint venture, co- production sharing agreements in forest products utilization.

For example, under DENR DAO 96-29, ‘’CBFM is a production sharing agreement which is designed to ensure that participating community shall enjoy the benefits of sustainable utilization, management and conservation of forest lands and natural resources therein. The government share in these benefits in the form of increased natural resource protection and rehabilitation, forest charges, fees and/ or taxes as determined and agreed upon’’.

In the case of IFMA, according to regulations the sharing of the profit between the holder thereof and the government shall be negotiated between the said holder and the DENR immediately following the approval of the CDMP and the grant of ECC, Taking into consideration, among others, the following cost factors:

plantation establishment, management, infrastructure and harvesting costs as well as mitigation measures;

fixed assets, equipment and machines directly related to plantation development and harvests;

kind and volume or products that shall be harvested and prevailing fair market price thereof;

variation in the rates of interests and foreign exchange for financial investments;

expenses incurred in indirect activities such as community development, etc.;

forest charges and taxes paid; and

reasonable margin for profit and risks.’’

From the enumeration, the government may end up owing the IFMA holder. In any case, capturing the true value of the forests has been elusive as yet.

C. NON-IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LGC PROVISION LGU SHARE IN NATIONAL WEALTH

Aside from mandating LGUs to share with the national government the responsibility in the maintenance of ecological balance within their territorial jurisdiction, the LGC also gives to LGUs the right to share in the national wealth. The provision under RA 160 thus states:

‘’Sec. 289. Share in the Proceeds from the Development and Utilization of national wealth.- Local government units shall have an equitable share in the proceeds derived from the utilization and development of the national wealth within their respective areas, including sharing the same with the inhabitants by way of direct benefits .”

Sec. 290. Amount of Share of Local Government Units.- Local government units shall, in addition to the internal revenue allotment, have a share of forty percent (40%) of the gross collection derived by the national government from the preceding fiscal year from mining taxes, royalties, forestry and fishery charges, and other taxes, fees or charges , including related surcharges, interests or fines, and from its share in any co-production, joint venture or production sharing agreement in the utilization and development of the national wealth within their territorial jurisdiction.’’

In forestry, LGUs share in the national wealth is limited to the forest charges collected in timber harvesting of natural forests.

Although, there are many LGUs who are committed to good environmental governance, many LGUs feel that natural resources management and protection are cost centers. Many are therefore, reluctant to participate actively.

D. NON-IMPLEMENTATION OF THE REWARDS TO INFORMERS UNDER PD 705

The provision reads:

‘’Sec. 78-B- Rewards to informants.- Any person who shall provide any information leading to the apprehension and conviction of any offender for any violation of this Code or other forest laws, rules and regulations, or confiscation of forest products, shall be given a reward in the amount of twenty per centum (20%) of the proceeds of the confiscated forest products’’.

The law is quite clear. Unfortunately this has not been implemented by DENR for quite some time now.

E. ISSUANCE OF TAX DECLARATIONS INSIDE FOREST LANDS

As stated by the Constitution, with the exception of alienable and disposable lands, all natural resources cannot be alienated. Thus, in a long line cases, the Supreme Court has ruled that titles issued inside forest lands are void from the beginning, as even long, adverse and continuous possessions of these forest lands do not ripen into ownership.

While this principle is quite clear, the reversion process is very slow. It is common knowledge that there are many forest lands where titles have been issued.

Aside from anomalous titles obtaining in forest lands, another issue which affects forest management and leads to conversion of forest lands into other uses is the practice of LGUs in issuing tax declarations inside forest lands. Accordingly, not for the forest lands but for the growing crops therein. Although tax declarations are not evidence of ownership, possessions of tax declarations especially in the rural areas are treated almost as evidence of ownership. If tax declarations involving growing trees/ crops in forest lands are issued, transfers of the same are often made, and after a little while, the use of the land becomes agricultural or residential.

This, despite Sec. 85 of PD 705 as amended which reads:

Sec. 85- Tax Declarations on Real Property.

“Imprisonment for a period of not less than two (2) nor more than four (4) years and perpetual disqualification from holding an elective or appointive office, shall be imposed upon any public officer or employee who shall issue a tax declaration on real property , without a certification from the Director of the Forest Development and Director of Lands or their duty designated representatives that area declared for taxation purposes is alienable and disposable lands, unless the land is titled or has been occupied and possessed by members of the national cultural minorities prior to July 4, 1955’’.

III. FOREST MLAW ENFORCEMENT IN THE PHILIPPINES

A. THE LAW ON ILLEGAL LOGGING

Section 68 of PD 705 as amended by Executive Order No. 277 (1987) is the law governing illegal logging. It provides:

‘’Sec.68. Cutting, Gathering and/ or Collecting Timber , Other Forest Products Without License. Any person who shall cut, gather, collect, or remove timber or other forest products from any forest land, or timber from any forest land, or timber from alienable and disposable public land or from private land, without any authority, or possess timber or other forest products without the legal documents as required under existing forest laws and regulations, shall be punished with the penalties imposed under Article 309 and 310 of the Revised Penal Code: Provided, that in case of partnerships, associations, or corporations the officers who ordered the cutting, gathering, collection or possession shall be liable, and if such officers are aliens, they shall, in addition to the penalty, be deported without further proceedings on the part of the Commission on Immigration and Deportation.

The court shall further order the confiscation in favour of the government of the timber or any forest products cut, gathered, collected, removed, or possessed, as well as the machinery, equipment, implements and tools illegally used in the area where the timber or forest products are found.’’

‘’Sec. 68- A. Administrative Authority of the Department Head or His Duly Authorized Representative to Order Confiscation. In all cases of violations of this Code or other forest laws, rules and regulations, the Department Head or his duly authorized representative, may order the confiscation of any forest products illegally cut, gathered, removed, or possessed or abandoned, and all conveyances used either by land, water or air in the commission of the offense and to dispose of the same in accordance with pertinent laws, regulations or policies on the matter.’’

Prior to EO 277, prosecution of illegal logging cases was difficult. The State has to prove beyond reasonable doubt the various elements of the crime such as the cutting, gathering,

collecting, or removing timber from forest lands or from alienable and disposable land. In EO 277, ‘’mere possession of timber or forest product, without the legal documents’’ consummates the crime of illegal logging.

Likewise, EO 277 has authorized the DENR to conduct administrative confiscation proceedings in illegal logging cases. In the case of ‘’Paat vs. Court of Appeals (1997), the Supreme court has occasioned to rule that when an administrative confiscation has been initiated by DENR, the court can no longer issue replevins, until such time that the administrative proceedings are terminated. This has somehow cured the exasperating experience before DENR forest officers who, risking lives and limb proceed with the detection, apprehension and seizure of forest products or timber, only for these timber and forest products to be released through the remedy of replevin.

B. LAW ON KAINGIN

Sec. 78 of PD 705, as amended, is the law on unlawful occupation or destruction of forest lands and grazing lands. The law penalizes any person who enters and occupies or possesses, or makes kaingin for his own private use or for others, any forest land or grazing land without authority.

C. ROLE OF GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND TENURE HOLDERS IN FOREST LAW ENFORCEMENT

DENR

Under Section 5(k) of EO 192, ‘’DENR shall assume responsibility for the assessment, development, protection, conservation, licensing, and regulation as provided for by the law, where applicable, of all natural resources; the regulation and monitoring of service contractors, licensees, lessees, and permittees for the extraction, exploration, development and utilization of natural resources products.

LGUs

Under RA 7160 the following are the powers of LGUs:

General:

To share with national government the responsibility in the management and maintenance of ecological balance within their territorial jurisdiction.

Specific:

For Cities and Municipalities

‘’Pursuant to national policies and subject to supervision, control and review of the DENR, implementation of community based forestry projects which include integrated social forestry programs and similar projects which include integrated social forestry programs and similar projects; management and control of communal forests with an area not exceeding fifty (50) square kilometers; establishment of tree parks, greenbelts, and similar forest development projects.’’

For Provinces

‘’Pursuant to national policies and subject to supervision, control and review of the DENR, enforcement of forestry laws limited to community-based projects, pollution

control law, small scale mining law, and other laws on the protection of the environment; and mini- hydroelectric projects for local purposes’’. From the above reading, one will note that many forestry projects should have been devolved to cities and municipalities while forest law enforcement in community based projects should have been the responsibility of provinces. Unfortunately, fifteen years after RA 7160 was passed , devolution of forestry projects, even under supervision, review and control of the DENR has not materialized, and no province as yet has been chiefly in charge of forest law enforcement in community based projects.

DENR-DILG Joint Memorandum Circular 98-01and 2003-01 were issued to implement the devolution and to form and strengthen the partnership between DENR and the LGUs. Unfortunately, the devolution and partnerships have not been fully implemented on the ground.

Other agencies having jurisdiction over forest lands

As jurisdictions have been conferred by law to these agencies (UPLB, ARMM, National Power Corporation and others), management and control of these forest lands are within their responsibilities. Unfortunately, there are reports on various occasions to the effect that illegal logging and other forest destruction occur in such areas.

Tenure Holders

Tenure holders are given long term access rights to forest lands usually for 25 years, renewable for another 25 years.

One of the major responsibilities of tenure holders in forest lands such as (TLAs, IFMA, CBFM, SIFMA) is to manage and protect their respective areas. In the case of TLAs and IFMA holders, they are even required to employ professional foresters.

In the case of CBFM, People’s Organizations (POs) are given the privilege to occupy, possess, utilize an develop forest lands and its resources and to be entitled and to the sustainable utilization of forest resources within their areas, but with corresponding obligation to protect their areas.

D. COMMUNITY PARNERSHIP IN FOREST LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Multisectoral Forest Protection Committee (MFPC), is a product of the World Bank assisted ENR- SECAL Program. As the term implies, MFPCs are composed of membership from various sectors of society such as the church, youth, academe, police, media, women, military, DENR, LGU, NGOs and other groups and has for its primary objective the assistance to DENR in the fight against illegal logging.

From an initial target of 15 MFPCs in 1992, the program expanded to cover all regions, provinces and municipalities. In 1995 and 199, DENR issued DAOs 95-17 and 96-39 institutionalizing the MFPC within the DENR system.

PEDO

Recently, the DILG through Secretary Angelo Reyes established a Police Environmental Desk Officer in every police station.

IBP

The Integrated Bar of the Philippines, through its National Environmental Action Team (NEAT) has likewise committed itself in the assisting the government in environmental law enforcement.

Designating Special Prosecutors and Courts to Handle Illegal Logging Cases

The DOJ and the Supreme Court has designated special prosecutors and counts to handle cases of illegal logging.

E. PRESENT INITIATIVES IN FOREST PROTECTION

General Program of Action (GPOA) of the DENR

In its 10 point program as stated in the GPOA, the DENR has identified ‘’Enforcement of environment of environmental rules and natural resources regulation s’’ as its number one priority . This include programs and projects on anti-illegal logging operations, protection from fire, pest and diseases, encroachment and illegal resource extraction, resolution of land cases, conflicts and fake titles and wildlife enforcement.

Forest Law Enforcement Group (FPLEG) Program

The FPLEG is a World Bank assisted program designated to curb illegal timber trade East Asia. It had its Customs and Law Enforcement Workshop last November 28-30, 2006 in Cebu City.

Criteria and Indicators under the International Timber Organization

The C and 1 Project of the ITTO is designed to measure sustainable forest management in the field. Changes in forest cover and other forestry activities are measured on a regular basis.

EcoGov 2, through its forestry component, it also involved in forest law enforcement.

IV. ISSUES AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE FOREST LAW ENFORCEMENT

A. STRENGTHEN DENR FOREST LAW ENFORCEMENT CAPABILITY

From interviews, the following have been identified as factors affecting DENR’s effectiveness in forest law enforcement:

Absence of unified environmental law enforcement mechanism.

Accordingly, while DENR has major concerns such as forestry, mining, environment and clean air, environmental law enforcement is fragmented.

Lack of resources

DENR’s budget has actually declined during the last five years. Presently, each forest guard is still guarding 4,000 ha with a measly P50.00-P100.00 traveling allowance per month.

Lack of DENR’s surveillance equipment

Since forest areas are far flung, DENR needs effective surveillance equipment such as helicopters and small planes.

Weak DENR Legal Support

To strengthen the DENR Legal Service will include training, computerization of the legal department and incentive schemes for lawyers to enter and stay in the DENR.

Lack of the Forest Management Bureau’s involvement forest law enforcement.

While FMB has become a staff Bureau, its personnel to include its lawyers may be usedFor forest law enforcement operations.

B. STRENGTHEN MPFC’s AND PARNERTSHIP WITH OTHER SECTORS

The MFPCs have proved to be cost effective partner of the DENR in forest protection. To a large extent, MFPCs have been credited to be responsible in the dismantling of bigtime illegal logging in Regions 2, 4, 8, 9, 10 and 11 in the early 90’s. This is because if the selection process for MPFC members is followed, the MFPCs bring to the fore of forest protection the stature and commitment of its members. DENR must remember however, that MFPC members are just volunteers and it is incumbent for the DENR to provide the necessary logistics, leadership and most especially.

C. STRENGTHEN AND INSTITUTIONALIZE LGU INVOLVEMENT IN FORESTLAW ENFORCEMENT

The laws (RA 7160) and regulations (DENR-DILG JMCs 98-01 and 2003-01) on devolution of forest management functions to LGUs and partnership with DENR are already in place. Unfortunately, LGU involvement in forest management and forest law enforcement is still isolated. These are usually in places where there are foreign assisted projects or where the LGUs themselves are environmental champions.

It is important to note however that the LGUs are among the real stakeholders of the forests since they are exactly in said areas. Given the existing laws and regulations, the corporate powers of LGUs, involving them in forest management and forest law enforcement will definitely be a big boost to forest law enforcement.

D. GIVE TENURE HOLDERS DUE PROCESS PRIOR TO SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION

Another major issue in forest law enforcement is the practice of DENR to suspend validly issued tenure instruments or rights arising there from without due process.

In various forums, the wood industry has complained about their difficulty in investing in forestry as they fear that DENR without due process would suspend or cancel their operations. Of late, the CBFM program has been much affected because the DENR has suspended the issuance of resource use permits of the entire program on the findings that some POs have violated their tenure instruments. The suspensions however came about without affording due process to the tenure holders.

Aside from its negative impacts on the program itself (IFMA, SIFMA, CBFM), this situation is inimical to forest law enforcement as when the areas become open access, then the forest area will be subject to timber poaching and other illegal forestry activities.

“THE ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION HEARING”

Re: Apprehended One Chainsaw at SitioKawili-wili,Brgy.CutCut 2, Capas, Tarlac