San Fernando councilor nominated in TOCP

CITY OF SAN FERNANDO — Councilor Jimmy Lazatin has been nominated in the search for The Outstanding Councilors of the Philippines (TOCP).

Lazatin told Sun.Star Pampanga that he has officially been informed by TOCP proponents JCI Philippines and the Philippine Councilors’ League of the nomination, a crack to be with 10 best legislators, which comes after being nominated as one of the outstanding alumni of the University of the Assumption in this city.

Lazatin, who is aspiring to be the city’s next vice mayor, chairs the 4th City Council’s committees on good governance, ethics and education.

He has passed landmark ordinances on education and proposed such critical bills as the Anti-Epal law for local implementation.

In his last term as councilor and a lawmaker, he has stood his ground as one of the august body’s “fiscalizers” on legislative measures.

“I am very honored to be nominated in the prestigious search for the country’s 10 outstanding councilors. I take it more as a challenge to continue doing my best as a lawmaker and serving the people of San Fernando. Whether we make it to the finals or not, I humbly consider the nomination–together with that from the University of the Assumption–as honor and recognition of the work we have done and continue to do for our people and stakeholders,” Lazatin said.

The TOCP Awards is uniquely given for outstanding leadership and excellent contributions to local legislation, governance and the nation at large. Its primary aim is for the recognition of the outstanding achievement of the country’s councilors which have benefited significantly their constituents, the community and the nation.

Likewise, it will also inspire others, especially the youth, with the recognition to these achievements and/or leadership of the awardees-leaders who have demonstrated vigor and innovativeness in tackling the problems of society and offering solutions. Moreover, the said award will also challenge and inspire councilors to become development-oriented and to excel beyond the ordinary.

Recently, Senator Edgardo Angara signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Junior Chamber International Philippines and the Philippine Councilors League, pledging P1.5 million each, or a total of P15 million, for the next batch of awardees of The Outstanding Councilors of the Philippines.

In 2006 during the incumbency of JCI Philippines national president Ismael P. Penado, conceived the idea that gives due recognition to Philippine councilors for their outstanding achievements and excellent deeds to their constituents. Realizing that it is important to bestow awards to our local legislators for their exceptional works and meritorious service in their respective community benefiting their constituents, it was at this point that he set an appointment for an exploratory talk with Mandaue City Councilor, lawyer Carlo Pontico R. Fortuna who is a former JCI Philippines 2005 general legal counsel, 2003 Comelec chairman and 2006 president of the JCI Mandaue who then at that time the incumbent national president of the Philippine Councilors’ League (PCL). Both these two distinguished gentlemen being a well seasoned JCI member agreed with the proposal to confer said award. It’s first MOA signing was held last August 24, 2006 in which Senator Edgardo J. Angara accepted to be the main sponsor.

The Outstanding Councilor of the Philippines (TOCP) Award will now become an annual undertaking of the JCI Philippines in partnership with the Philippine Councilors League. In its 1st year the Office of Senator Edgardo J. Angara has agreed to be the major sponsor of the project. The said award will join the two other flagship projects of JCI Philippines, namely The Outstanding Young Men (Toym) Award and The Outstanding Policemen of the Philippines (TOPP) Award  where over the years, both awards have become  institutions, having developed a reputation for its selectiveness of outstanding young men and the men in uniform upon whom the award is conferred.

For 48 years, Toym seeks to give recognition to young men and women whose selfless dedication to their profession or vocation has resulted in significant contributions to the welfare of their countrymen and our country at large, as well as to the advancement of their respective fields of endeavor. The awardees who have become light of the nation totaling 394 by now, is literally a Philippine “Who’s Who” in outstanding achievement in areas such as community service, the arts, literature, journalism, education law, politics, agriculture, science and technology, economics, banking, business, sports, government service, and other fields of endeavor. The TOPP has been successfully given for the last 39 years in recognition of the exceptional and outstanding achievements of our men and women in uniform rendered beyond the call of duty.

While this two other awards give recognition purely to humanitarian work, As agreed by the proponents the general criteria for the search will be based on the principles as stated in the Jaycee Creed and the JCI organization on its goal and mission “to contribute to the advancement of the global community by providing young persons with the opportunity to develop leadership skills, social responsibility and fellowship for a positive change.” This mission finds basis in the Jaycee Creed, which believes:
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Families with small children prefer outdoor resort in Manila clean and safe place in Pampanga Clark to bring kids to relax and unwind.  Highly recommended resort for family reunion near Manila is Clearwater Lake Hotel Clark Pampanga.

Philippines Travel Guide just unveiled recommendations and tips for Holy Week and Easter Holidays in Philippines.  The report covers highly recommended resorts and hotels in North Luzon, nice getaway destinations for families with children, safe and convenient place for tourists to relax and unwind, good restaurants, resto bars, pubs and fine dining establishments in Pampanga, frequently visited places as well as historical sites in Angeles City, Pampanga, Clark Philippines.  Clearwater is one of the best hotels in Clark.  This resort in Pampanga is a very popular venue for rest and relaxation especially for golfers after a round of golf at one of the best golf courses near Manila.   Clark is home to some of the best golf courses in Pampanga.

Highly recommended summer vacation destination outside Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort in Clark, a safe and convenient tourist spot that offers natural ambience for visitors to enjoy the outdoors with no stress.  Generally regarded as the best hotel in Clark Philippines, Clearwater Resort gives its guests a sense of safety, peacefulness and security, things that families and tourists look for when they plan a trip to Pampanga.  These are some of the virtues that tourists coming to the Philippines and visitors of Pampanga Clark Philippines look for.  That’s why most visitors prefer to stay at this top rated hotel in Clark whenever they make a trip out of town from Manila towards the north, Pampanga, Subic or Angeles city.

Residents or Manila travel out of town to head north to Pampanga to relax, unwind and spend a few nights in the new hotel rooms situated right on the lake of Clearwater Resort in Clark Airbase.   Many visitors and tourists enjoy the feeling of waking up by the lake.  The sunrise produces a spectacular sight with the sunlight reflection on the calm surface of the three-hectare fresh water lake of this famous resort in Clark.  This hotel in Clark Philippines is generally considered by Manila residents to be a good and safe destination and vacation spot for family trips in Pampanga.

Where to go during Holy Week and other holidays in Philippines?  Highly recommended private resort in Pampanga is popular destination for Easter Holidays and other celebrative occasions.  Manila residents travel out of town on holidays to relax and unwind with families, children and friends in private resorts in Pampanga.  These exclusive hotel resorts are frequently visited by tourists and residents of Manila for vacation or even a day trip out of town to the north in Subic, Pampanga Angeles City and Clark Philippines.   Clark Pampanga is where tourists and families can enjoy the laidback leisure lifestyle that is so relaxing for people who feel the stress from city living.  Event organizers laud this resort in Pampanga for its great outdoor venues ideal for team building and company outings near Manila.

Top rated destination for family reunion, bonding, retreat, picnic and getaway out of town from Manila is Clearwater Beach Resort; frequently visited spots are lake, picnic grounds; water sports, boating, swimming, kayak, camping.  The private resort’s child friendly facilities are attractive to Manila residents and family tourists also.

Located inside the ring of the lazy river is one of the largest herb gardens in North Luzon.  The Herb Garden of this private resort in Pampanga also serves as an event venue for company outings, family picnics, team building and other outdoor corporate and social functions.  The river provides a high degree of privacy for this venue making it an attractive option for wedding planners to consider the Herb Garden Picnic Grounds as a possible choice for garden style wedding receptions also.

What really defines the ambience and lifestyle of this private outdoor resort in Clark is its spacious picnic grounds.  The largest one is called the Brunello Garden which can easily accommodate functions and events for 3000 or more.  Being several hectares in area, this amenity of Clearwater Resort is frequently visited for family picnics.  Visitors from Manila travel to Clark to unwind and relax underneath old Acacia trees in the Brunello Gardens.  This is one way for stressed out city residents to spend quality time in a leisure laidback pace.

Quiet place for rest and relaxation near Manila, in Subic, Angeles City Pampanga and Clark Philippines is something that residents of Manila travelling to the north for a short getaway are looking for.

For inquiries and bookings, <a href=”http://www.clearwaterphilippines.com/contact/index.html”>Please click here to contact Clearwater Resort for inquiries and reservations now</a>

<strong> Clearwater Resort and Country Club, Clark Pampanga </strong>

Creekside Road near Centennial Expo,

Clark Freeport, Pampanga Philippines 2023

(045) 889-5151 0917-520-4403  0922-870-5177

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<strong>Getting to this lake and beach resort in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Philippines</strong>

<em>After entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway MA Roxas, passing the stand-along wine shop called Clark Wine Center on the right, continue to bear right making no turns at all, go past Mimosa Leisure Estate on the opposite side of the road, one will hit a major intersection.  Go straight and the road becomes Creekside Road.  YATS Clearwater Resort and Country Club is on the right just 200m down. </em>

<strong><a href=”http://www.ClearwaterPhilippines.com”>http://www.ClearwaterPhilippines.com</a></strong>

<strong>Manila Sales Office</strong>

<em>3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,

Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605</em>

(632) 637-5019   0917-520-4393  Rea or Chay

Email:   Inquiry@ClearwaterPhilippines.com

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<strong><a href=”http://www.clearwaterphilippines.com/booking/make-reservation.html“>Please click here to contact Clearwater Resort to reserve a venue for your upcoming event now</a></strong>

Wedding couples looking for wedding reception venues and beach wedding venues can log on to this Philippines Wedding Venue web site for free information and assistance:

<a href=”http://www.PhilippinesWeddingVenue.com”>http://www.PhilippinesWeddingVenue.com</a>

While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list.  It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone.  For more information, visit <a href=”http://www.YatsRestaurant.com”>http://www.YatsRestaurant.com</a>

YATS Leisure Philippines is a developer and operator of clubs, resorts and high-class restaurants and wine shops in Clark Angeles Philippines  <a href=”http://www.YatsLeisure.com”>http://www.YatsLeisure.com</a>

While in Clark, one might as well add to the itinerary a visit to the famous Clark Wine Center, the largest wine shop in Philippines which offers over 2000 selections of fine vintage wine from all wine regions, vintages spanning over 50 years covering all price ranges.

<a href=”http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com”>http://www.ClarkWineCenter.com</a>

Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines?  You may want to check out these sites also:

<a href=”http://www.LondonPubClark.com”>http://www.LondonPubClark.com</a>

<a href=”http://www.HotelClarkPhilippines.com”>http://www.HotelClarkPhilippines.com</a>

<a href=”http://www.ClarkPhilippines.com”>http://www.ClarkPhilippines.com</a>

<a href=”http://www.YatsWineCellars.com”>http://www.YatsWineCellars.com</a>

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Hot Line for what’s happening in Clark: 045 889-5151 or 0927-940-2669  ask for Loydha

0915-542-6250 (Jeramie)