Chapter 7 - Infrastructure PDF
Chapter 7 - Infrastructure PDF
of the City of Santa Rosa, Laguna
Chapter 7. INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES PROFILE
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extraction of 1,431.616 liters per second (lps). The specific capacity of the wells
within the vicinity of Santa Rosa ranges from 1 to 30 liter per second per meter (l
/s/m). Of these, 35 water rights/permits for domestic water supply, all of which are
sourced from groundwater, have been issued by the National Water Resources
Board (NWRB).
If left unchecked, the groundwater depths may increase resulting in higher pumping
costs and further ground subsidence. It can also lead to degraded quality of water for
the Level I system as articulated by participants during the 2012 Sectoral Analysis
Workshop. The respondents complained that water from the wells are already
getting dirty, tastes different, and at times looks gray or yellowish caused by the
contamination of water wells and tables and has likely caused increase in water-
related diseases such as cholera, typhoid, and diarrhea. To make the water potable,
some of the residents boil the water or use carbonized filter or alkaline distillers.
There are residents who submit the well for testing and find that the water quality is
still acceptable except during flood events.
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combination of circular pipe and rectangular channel. Most of the system is closed
and about 90% is pipe. Based on the study, it reveals that most of the drainage
structure are either insufficient to catch surface run-off due to structures are
damaged. This condition coupled with encroachment of informal settlers along river
banks resulting to flooding in the low lying areas. (p.13: 43-54). It was also observed
during the field visit of the Study Team on February 12, 2016 that residential houses
are found on the side of main canals.
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Source: UPLB-IGES Presentation
Figure 7-1: Significant Development in Flood-Prone Areas in Selected Areas in Laguna
Source: UPLB-IGES Presentation
Figure 7-2: Land Use Changes Model: Do Nothing Scenario
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7.1.4 Irrigation
One factor that contributes to the declining cultivation of agricultural lands is the lack
of irrigation. As of 2013, there is only one antiquated irrigation facility, rehabilitated in
2010, in Sta. Rosa City (Table 7.2.
In addition to its own system, the rice areas of Santa. Rosa City is also served by an
irrigation facility in Cabuyao, Laguna (Figure 7.3).
Table 7-3: Irrigation Facilities servicing Rice Areas of the City of Sta. Rosa
Power Supply in South Luzon Region wherein Santa Rosa City is situated, is
generated by power plants operated by the National Power Corporation (NPC) and
by Independent Power Producers (IPPs) located in strategic parts of Luzon and
supplied to the Luzon Grid attaining a capacity of 9,158 megawatts. Some power
plants are located in the region, especially in the Province of Laguna (Makiling
Banahaw Geothermal Power Plant), Batangas (Calaca Coal Fired Power Plant) and
Quezon (Pagbilao and Hopewell Coal Fired Power Plant). Power is distributed by the
Manila Electric Company.
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Although the existing structure of MERALCO as the power distributor is deemed
equal to the required service provision in the area, it is important that alternative
sources of electricity be developed to reduce the use of fuel generators during power
interruptions.
As articulated during the 2012 Sectoral Analysis Workshop, there is also a need for
government centers to become LEED-certified to set a good example in efficient
energy management.
The Communication facilities in Santa Rosa is telecom ready with the availability of
telecommunications services, specifically fixed landline telephone (by PLDT,
DIGITEL), cellular/mobile telephone (Smart, Globe and Sun Cellular) and broadband
carriers (Globe, Smart, PLDT, Bayantel). Internet Service Providers (ISP) is powered
by fiber optic cable network infrastructure and wireless technology. Courier services
are provided by private entities like DHL, FEDEX and LBCAIR. National and local
newspapers and broadsheets circulate regularly. Satellite antenna - based cable TV
stations – Royal Cable, SkyCable and Cignal Cable- operate in all areas.
However, there are two key areas of concern in the ICT sub-sector as identified
during the 2012 Sectoral Analysis Workshop. These are:
1) Minimal/unreliable access to the internet of government centers which hamper
efficiency for conducting business;
No. of HH with
satisfactory 2011 2012 2013
garbage disposal
CHO1 32,565 (98.08%) 27,478 (98.25%) 27,013 (92.35%)
CHO12 25,755 (98.70%) 40,622 (97.0%) 40,622 (97.0%)
Average % 98.39% 97.63% 94.68%
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The City of Santa Rosa has adopted a 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan which
requires that the City Government, through the supervision of the City ENRO,
provide daily garbage collection on the 18 barangays, including almost all private
subdivision. PTAC uses 29 dump trucks tracking different routes per day. Industries,
shopping malls, restaurants, and high-end residential subdivisions have their own
private hauler to collect and dispose their waste including special wastes.
It also includes the operation of the Eco-Waste Center, located at the Barangay
Market Area, to convert biodegradable wastes from the Santa Rosa Public Market
into an organic fertilizer through the process of composting. These wastes include
rotten fruits and vegetables, fruit and vegetable peelings, chicken innards, fish gills,
scales and innards. An estimated of 50 kilos of wastes per day are being collected
from the public market.
The collected wastes in the City of Santa Rosa are hauled directly to the sanitary
landfill of the Pilotage Trading and Construction (PTAC) in Brgy. San Antonio in San
Pedro, Laguna with an ECCLLDA-2006-095-92001. The sanitary landfill has an area
of 12 hectares with a capacity of not more than 200 metric tons per day. An
estimated of 600 cubic meters of wastes are being collected per day from the 18
urban barangays of the City of Santa Rosa. All raw and assorted garbage are
disposed to the landfill area wherein the recyclables are being collected by the waste
pickers who are legally recognized by PTAC. These waste pickers are educated and
trained for the proper waste management system. They are provided uniforms and
safety personal protective equipments (PPE) such as gloves, masks, and boots.
The main issue identified as far as solid waste is the lack of land for MRF and pick-
up stations. Residents complain when these facilities are near their houses with the
fear of diseases and bad odor and fumes.
7.1.8 Projects
To address the issues that have been identified in the various infrastructure and
utilities sub-sectors, the following projects have been proposed through the CLUP
and other studies conducted. These are as follows:
7.1.8.1 Level III Water Supply
This will entail the development of new water sources (mainly deep wells), storage
facilities, pump stations, transmission and distribution lines, and rehabilitation of
existing facilities. The estimated additional service population is about 22,000 in the
short-term, 46,000 in the medium-term, and 42,000 in the long-term.
As discussed above, this shall be undertaken by CBSRWS but nonetheless, private
sector participation should be explored.
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7.1.8.2 Bulk Water Supply (refer to CLMDS Project IF‐3)
This entails the development of water sources (deep well fields and/or surface water
sources), treatment plants, storage facilities, and transmission lines. A bulk water
project in the bay area is expected to serve not only Santa Rosa, but adjoining towns
as well, and a significant percentage of revenues would come from industrial
estates/firms. As discussed above, this could be undertaken by the CBSRWS and/or
the private sector. This is envisaged in the long-term.
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sewer system has been found the most realistic measure to address the twin
concerns of flowing and river pollution confronting the City of Santa Rosa.
The status of these projects will be confirmed and duly integrated in the upgrading of
the CLUP, in consideration of the recommendations from the 2012 Sectoral Analysis
Workshop which includes:
a. Flood zoning and special building codes for flood zones
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7.2 TRANSPORTATION
In the situational analysis gleaned from the Sectoral Analysis Workshop Output
conducted as part of the Sectoral Situational Analysis and Planning activity for the
Updating of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) for 2012-2022, conducted
last September 18, 2012, the observations of issues and concerns related to the
transportation sector were identified, along with their implications or effects.
Possible interventions were also identified, in the same forum.
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needed, additional equipment
(camera, batons, radios, etc.)
etc.
Started Partnership with Increase awareness of Traffic safety park, inclusion of
TAP and Rotary Club in students about traffic traffic safety education in
local traffic education safety school children’s curriculum
No Motorpool / Impounded vehicles are Provision of motorpool
Impounding Area considered eyesore in
front of police stations
Lack of traffic signs Commuters or In partnership with the civil
pedestrian doesn’t society, provide adequate
observe local traffic traffic signs
rules
Lack of pedestrian Pedestrian is highly at Provision of pedestrian
overpass in heavy traffic risk to motor accidents overpass in accident prone
and accident prone areas areas
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Accreditation of Ferries - promotion of water transport as a means of traveling,
Trainings, capacity building, hiring of additional staff if needed, additional
equipment, Traffic safety park, inclusion of traffic safety education in school
children’s curriculum, construction of motorpool, strengthen partnership with
the civil society and Provision of pedestrian overpass in accident prone areas.
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∙ Endorsement and support to the implementation of the MCX project -
The rehabilitation and improvement of the PNR commuter services will
markedly enhance public transport services in the municipality. This will
reduce the need for more road linkages, with the rail providing an
efficient and reliable means of public transportation. The improved
mobility of people and goods will also prop the economy. Support for
this transport project shall be reflected in the LGU aid in the relocation
of squatters. Consideration of related developments at the stations will
also further promote the railway’s viability in a synergistic system. The
LGU endorsement shall be forwarded to the DOTC along with the
overall development plans for the municipality.
In the same CLUP, the following table showed the estimated costs and proposed
timelines for each (Table 7.6) Considering the rapid urbanization rate of Santa rosa
City that would entail the influx of more migrants and economic activities, it can be
surmised that more roads need to be constructed, widened and improved within the
ten-year planning period. Figures 7.3 and 7.4 show the current network of major
roads and locations of bridges on which new transport projects will be proposed
udirng the next planning cycle.
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Table 7-6: Estimated Costs and Proposed Timelines for Transport Development Projects.
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Figure 7-3: Road Network Map
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Figure 7-4: City Bridges Map
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7.2.3 Potentials
There are some areas which are yet to be developed and the city may have a
chance to shape additions to the road network, if appropriate controls or
incentives are put in place to encourage the provision of the necessary right-of-
way for such roads.
7.2.4 Constraints
Actual influence of feasible incentives and/or controls may still not be enough to
encourage the provision (or even for land owners to allow the acquisition of some
sections) of land for new road right-of-way.
7.2.5 Recommended Projects and Programs
These would still be subject to the complete evaluation of the projects and programs
that were identified in the previous CLUP.
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