By: Yana Sunga MDN NEWS BUREAU
In a concerted effort to expedite rural development initiatives across Mindanao, the PRDP Project Support Office (PSO) Mindanao spearheaded the Ceremonial Awarding of the No Objection Letter 1 (NOL1) and the Signing of Implementation Management Agreements (IMA) in Davao City on October 1, 2024.
The event marked the PSO Mindanao brought together Senator Ninoy Aquino, Sultan Kudarat Mayor Rafael George Lorilla Flauta III and PRDP regional office to award NOL 1 certificates to subproject proposals for the PRDP Scale-Up, showcasing PSO Mindanao’s commitment to fast-tracking subproject approval and implementation through strong collaborative partnerships.
The IMAs signed during the ceremony represent key infrastructure projects essential to the economic growth and development of local communities. These projects include the “Concreting of NHW
Barangay Lagubang-Banali-Buklod-Tacupis-Basag Farm-to-Market Roads. The receipt of NOL1 for these projects is a significant milestone towards the journey of subproject completion for these concerned LGUs.
PSO Mindanao Project Director and DA XI Regional Executive Director Macario D. Gonzaga emphasized the importance of collaboration in his welcome message. Gonzaga highlighted how the swift approval and initiation of these projects are a direct result of the strong partnerships between PSO Mindanao, the Regional Project Coordination Offices (RPCOs), and the Local Government Units (LGUs).
the event is more than a ceremonial gathering; it is a reaffirmation of our commitment to transparency, cooperation, and efficiency. It stands as a testament to the strong partnerships we have cultivated with our LGUs—partnerships that are crucial in driving rural development and uplifting the lives of the communities DA is serving. With the unwavering support from Mindanao’s Regional Executive Directors and the dedication of LGU partners, these subprojects will be implemented with speed and precision.
Event underscored the vital role of collaboration among various stakeholders in ensuring the timely execution of these projects.
RPCO XII team, headed by Project Director and DA XII Regional Executive Director Roberto Perales, along with Deputy Project Director Abraham Onotan, voiced their full support for the new subprojects under PRDP Scale-Up. They emphasized the importance of continuous coordination and monitoring to keep the implementation on track.
DA XII RD Director Perales also assured LGUs of his office’s readiness to offer any necessary assistance, reinforcing the collaborative effort required to bring these projects to fruition.
The presence of the local chief executive from Senator Ninoy Aquino, Sultan Kudarat Mayor Flauta —further emphasized the local commitment to these projects. Their active engagement is a clear demonstration of the collective resolve needed to accelerate subproject implementation for their municipality.
Following the ceremony, the PSO Mindanao will also conduct a three-day procurement training workshop for the LGUs, further equipping them with the knowledge and tools essential for the effective and timely implementation of their subprojects.
