THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN

OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF SASMUAN
PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA

2002 2012

VOLUME 1
SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND PHYSICAL PROFILE
AND DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
 FOREWORD

The Comprehensive land Use and Development Plan of Sasmuan for the period 2002 to 2012 has been prepared as a blueprint for success towards progress
and economic upliftment of the municipality. The Plan is a consolidated vision of the Sasmuenos on how this can be achieved, this can be achieved, in the line
with the Provincial Development Plan of Pampanga as well as the Regional Development Plan.

The existing work program of the municipality for the period 2002 to 2004 under the present administration form part of the short term plans, while the
medium term development plan cover the rest of the planning period up to the year 2012. The vision, mission, goals and objectives of the Sasmuenos are
clearly and explicitly discussed and can be gleaned from the executive summary. Programs and projects are identified based on the needs and demands of the
stakeholders. The Municipal administration clearly intends to undertake such programs. Foremost of which is through the passing of key legislative agenda.

However, as part of the planning process on how the plan will be executed, major priority projects have been detailed, more specifically in the Comprehensive
Land Use Plan, wherein growth centers have been defined. While specific action plans per key results areas have also been discussed and prepared, the same
has not been included in this document to give the municipality the leverage and flexibility in terms of appropriate strategies that will be applied at the given
time.

The preparation and approval of this document consisting of the two (2) volumes is only one of the critical steps that Sasmuan has to undertake to achieve its
goals and objectives. The political will of present and future administrators, the cooperation of the community and all other stakeholders are still for the most
part the basic elements on how the plain will succeed and can best be achieved.
 Republic of the Philippines
Province of Pampanga
Municipality of Sasmuan

MESSAGE

As culled from available records, our beloved town of Sasmuan has been found to be without a Comprehensive Development Plan or Zoning Plan.
This oversight is viewed by this administration as the root cause for the municipalitys snail-pace rate of progress, hindering whatever prospects or
opportunities our town has for economic growth, prosperity and development.

It is interesting to note that the municipalitys present land use allocation for residential and institutional usage is less than two percent (2%) of the total
land, whereas a vast majority of the area is devoted purely for agricultural and aquatic produce. Such imbalance has resulted in overly congested human
settlements and lack of space for the expansion of trade, commerce and industry. With the enactment of Republic Act 7160, otherwise known as the local
Government Code of 1991, particularly Sec. 20 (3c), the need for the enactment of a more conducive and suitable land use plan has become highly
imperative.
WHAT IS A COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN (CLUP)? In brief, a CLUP is the blueprint for the physical growth of a municipality in
preparation for its future needs and projected growth. By and large, the proposed land use plan for Sasmuan initially involves the conversion of about fifty (50)
hectares of agricultural or fishpond lands into mixed- development usage like residential. Commercial, industrial, recreational and institutional, which is
envisioned to concretize this administrations vision of progress for the locale.

By this very definition alone, the CLUP is a vital tool for development, which cannot be ignored and set aside, if we are to achieve our
developmental visions for the municipality. Thus, despite the Herculean task involved in its preparation, this administration lost no time and has left no stone
unturned in order to come up with a suitable CLUP for the municipality of Sasmuan. It is our sincerest hope that the enactment, approval and immediate
implementation of this CLUP shall provide the much-needed opportunity and spur a momentum for our noble dreams and ardent desires: That is, to transform
the town of Sasmuan into a more progressive and peaceful community.

LUID CA BALEN SASMUAN

HON. CATALINA C. BAGASINA
Municipal Mayor
 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

This is to acknowledge the following persons and agencies who have been instrumental in the preparation of the Comprehensive Land Use and
Development Plan of the Municipality of Sasmuan, Province of Pampanga, to wit:

1. The members of the Municipal Planning and Development Council FY 2000-2002:

Marita Ocampo, Department of Agriculture, Efren Ocampo, DILG, Jake Mangalindan. Enginnering , Salvador M. Laxa, Municipal Assessor, Cornelio
Matitu, MCR/MPDL, Pablo Rivera MBO, EKLlizabeth Tiapson, Municipal Treasurer, Pia P. Sambat MSWD, Dra. Merlyn Limpin DOH, Remedios
Aguilar, Ester B. Panganiban , Danilo P. Torres, Jesus Cabrera, Josefina B. Isip, PCI Pablo D. Iquin, PNP.

2. The members and officers of the Sangunniang Bayan ng Sasmuan, FY 2000-2002 for having participated in the formulation of the plan and for its
approval:
Vice Mayor Marlene Banting, Councilors Carmina S. Alejo, Rudy Gatdula, Homer Sunga, Ceferino Velasco, Ricky Dalay, Aida Del Rosario, SB
members who participated.
3. The Barangay Captains, Kagawads and others who have participated in the formulation of the plan , to wit : Alex Lagman, Arturo Tungol, Romeo
Turla, B Bartolome Cabrera, Salvador Guevarra, Rogelio Navarro, Domingo Sald, Ronald Pinlac, Johny Castro Renato Banting, Jose Cardena,
Ernesto Manasala , Patricio Pring, Jesus Catacutan, and Pablo Sunga (NGO), Mel Doy Figueroa, from The Luzon Headline.
4. The Housing and land Use Regulatory Board, Pampanga
5. The Provincial Planning and Development Board of Pampanga.
6. R & R Designs Consultancy Group.
Architect Virgilio S. Regala Jr. uap, Architech Ma. Benita Ochoa- Regala, Architect Marissa B. Maniqu
Architect Ma. Alma T. Valenciano, Architect Genato F. Quevedo, and Architect Luis Bacamante.

7. Lastly and most importantly, Honorable Catalina C. Bagasina, without whose vision, support and dedition, this plan would not have come to being.
COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN
OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SASMUAN
PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA
2002-2012

VOLUME 1.

THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND PHYSICAL PROPILE

AND
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS

SUBMITTED BY :

THE MUNICIPALITY OF SASMUAN

JANUARY 2003
 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK

Project Background

Two planning workshops were held the first on February 27, 2001 ( Framework Planning ) and the second on January 31,2002 ( Action
Planning )
The workshops were initiated/led by the Municipal Mayor , Hon. Catalina C. Bagasina and attended by the different officials of the municipal
government
And Barangay Captains .

The first workshop was intended to find out the dreams and aspirations of the people of Sasmuan through a visioning exercise, analyze the
Municipality environment through a Strength, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats ( SWOT ) analysis, determine the different stakeholders needs
Demands and identify the Key Result Areas of development efforts. The second workshop was aimed to translate the previous workshop was aimed
To translate the previous workshops results with concrete action plans for a five-year planning period.

In the first workshop, an overview of Sasmuan was presented by the Municipal Planning and Development Office ( MPDO) members, followed
By the crafting of a vision statement through graphical illustrations of the five smaller groups. The participants love for the river and the
environment was evident when they presented their individual vision statements.

The environment of Sasmuan as a municipality was scanned through the SWOT exercise. The participants were able to list down the
Municipalitys strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats, which, in combination with the stakeholder analysis, would become the basis for the
Identification of the Key Result Areas of priority actions for development.

The Key stakeholders were identified, and the perceived needs and demands of stakeholders were presented by the stakeholder groupings
through a
A role-playing exercise. The stakeholders recommendation for development were highlighted. Combining the SWOT results and stakeholder
analysis
Resulted in the listing of key results areas of development in pursuit of the municipalitys vision.
 VISION : A first class municipality with a united and empowered citizenry towards a better quality of life

Sasmuan is envisioned to be a first class municipality with a united and empowered citizenry towards a better quality of life
To realize the peoples dreams, there arose a need for a high impact project, a commercial/business and civic center to jumpstart the municipalitys
journey
Towards socio-economic progress. The accomplishment of the said project would surely place Sasmuan on its way to advancement, one that is taking
its
Rightful place in regional development.

The second workshop was conducted to craft the local executives and barangay leaders mission statement that they would own and
fulfill.
The mission statement was.

Mission : To provide efficient and responsive delivery of basic services and develop Sasmuans natural resources to uplift the
quality of the less privileged ( Fisherfolks ).

From the key results areas identified during the first workshop, goals and strategies were developed which would results in action/implementation
plan. The key result areas were:
KEY RESULT AREAS

a. Physical Aspect/ Infrastructure Development

- Development of fishing port commercial center

- River desiltation

- Solid waste management

- Health center, lying-in-clinic/other infrastructure

b. Livelihood

- Fishing

- Aqua resources/business

- Alternative livelihood

- Networking

c. Manpower Development

- Skills training

- Capability building

d. Revenue Generation

- Networking
 - Private sector partnership

e. Social Service Provision

- Medical, Health/Sanitation

f. Information Management

- Information dissemination systems

g. Statutes/Legal Aspect

- Ordinances

- Upgrading real property values

- From 4th class to 1st class to cityhood

Survey and interviews with the municipal executives augmented the two workshops. The output of the activities shaped the development
Framework of the Municipal Development Plan of Sasmuan.

Findings

The participants made the SWOT Matrix, with the following results . ( please see next page )
Strengths and Potential

Sasmuan has the largest fishpond area in Region 3. Its fishponds are the main source of livelihood for the people, which are accessible by land
and

Water . The fishponds are the biggest asset of the town considering that ninety-eight percent (98%) of the municipalitys present/existing land use is

Comprised of fishponds, fishing productivity is low. The absence of farmlands was identified as one of Sasmuans weaknesses. The necessity of
providing

A proper land use plan for commercial and industrial establishment was expressed in the stakeholders demands. Thus fishponds with low productivity

Can be converted to their highest and best use according to strategic location, physical conditions and degree of productivity

Conversion is necessary to create new land uses such as commercial or institutional, wherein business and civic center shall serve as the hub of
the

Municipalitys business activities. Development strategies shall radiate from the center, and satellite activity centers shall be developed with the end
aim

To possibly equitably distribute the population and livelihood/business activities. Through the realization of these projects, there will be improved
income

For the municipality with the purpose of providing a better quality of life for its people.
 Prospects for Future Income

Sasmuan has an Internal Revenue Allotment ( IRA) of Php 18 Million, more or less, and a local income of php 4.6 million for a total income of

Php 22.6 million. Expenditures totaled Php 21.4 million, leaving an annual net income of Php 1.2 million. The need for an efficient tax collection
system,

Proper assessment of real estate properties, and implementation of the tax ordinances surfaced in the stakeholders analysis and action/implementation

Planning workshops. If the current tax collection efficiency would increase to at least thirty per cent (30%) and if more business establishments can be

Lured into Sasmuan, the projected income for the municipality would increase, thereby increasing basic social and infrastructure services.

Another of Sasmuans Strengths is the craftsmanship of its human resource. Sasmuenos, aside from fishing, are also engaged in boat/banca making
from

Works and concrete works ( hollow block making ). The availability of livelihood training programs and the active presence of Government
Organization

(Gos) and Non-Government Organizations ( NGOs ) would help upgrade the skills of Sasmuenos and boost their entrepreneurship activities in the

identified business corridor/center and satellite centers in the coastal barangays. It is envisioned that each satellite center along the coastal barangays

would engage in a particular craft that would serve as magnet for consumers and even tourists. This vision shall be discussed further in the presentation

of Sasmuan s Comprehensive Land Use Plan ( CLUP ).

GOALS :

Restore the main waterways and tributaries through desiltation, deepening and widening, and upgrade or develop barangay roads, farm to market

Establish a large commercial and civic center and convert residential areas along the national road into a business corridor in the Poblacion

Transform the present fish ports of barangay Malusac, Sebitanan, Mabuanbuan, Batang Primero and Batang Segundo into key satelite activity
center

That would become destinations for consumers and tourists.

Provide efficient and responsive public services through a dedicated, empowered corps of public servants to elevate Sasmuan into a first class

Municipality

Objectives and strategies

1. Environment

Construct adequate protection walls or water breakers. Buffers on flood-prone areas that would become catchment basins of the
floodway

Project of DPWH, minimize waste pollution through proper garbage disposal and zero waste management schemes; check and

monitor submersion Coastal lands and lower water level through responsible agencies (DPWH, DENR ).

2. Physical and Infrastructure

Establish fishing port and commercial center, convert low-yielding fishponds into more productive uses; desiltation, deepening and
widening of waterways and tributaries; upgrading of barangay roads; constructing alternate roads/routes and bridges to link nodal areas
 and facilitate movement of people ; construct additional school buildings, health center, municipal hospital and pubic toilets.

3. Economic Development

Provide business centers for small and medium entrepreneurs ( SMEs); conduct livelihood trainings as alternative to maintain resources,

Which is fishing, in coordination with TESDA, DTI and TLRC; showcase craftsmanship and natural resources of Sasmuan to lure

investor and generate employment; provide managerial trainings to existing and would be entrepreneurs; tap cooperatives and business

organization in handling business enterprises; attract foreign and local investors through trade fairs and exhibits; solicit job

opportunities through Public Employment Service Office (PESO) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ; implement

tax ordinance and intensify tax collections efforts ; categorize business establishments as to their capital and assess true values of real

estate properties.

4. Social Development

Decrease drop-out rates in high school and elementary levels through training and provision of educational assistance to poor but

deserving students ; decrease incidence of morbidity and mortality rates through health programs; enhance capabilities of social

services personal ( health, education, protective services) strictly impose and monitor environmental sanitation; increase sanitary

facilities through requisition of toilet bowls and construction of sanitary toilets; ensure peace and order through better equipment and

personal training.
5. Institutional Development

Establish a civic center for the municipalitys services; develop a human resources development plan- conduct trainings and seminars to

enhance creativity and resourcefulness, to inculcate good work ethics and values; computerize municipalitys operations; strengthen the

manpower and equipment of municipality security forces; tap financial institution and fund investors to increase non-tax revenue and

provide basic market services to the small and medium entrepreneurs ( SMEs ) and low-income consumers; review organizational

structure of the municipal budget to pressing demands of the constituents; initiate legal actions in the settlement of areas being claimed

by neighboring municipalities but within the geographical boundary of Sasmuan.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Proposed Key Legislative Agenda ( Next five (5) years )

Environment

* Monitoring and control of submersion of coastal barangay and the lowering of water level

* Protection of flood prone areas and catchment basins of the DPWH floodway project

* Zero Waste Management implementation

Physical Infrastructure

* Land conversion from agricultural to residential or commercial; from residential to commercial in the identified business corridor

* Widening of existing municipal roads

* Construction of water system, drainage and sewerage systems

* Installation of sanitary toilets for every household

Institutional Development

* Review and passage of the municipal zoning ordinance and zoning plan

* Computerization of tax mapping and real property tax assessment system ( RPTAS )

* Computerization of the municipal administrative network

 * Revision of the Local Internal Revenue Code

* Revision of assessment values of real estate properties

* Initiate legal actions on the areas within the geographical boundary of Sasmuan but being administered by neighboring
municipalities

Economic Development

* Establishment of commercial and civic center; business corridor in poblacion and satellite activity centers

* Establishment of Business One-Stop Shops ( BOSS )

* BOT for a public market system

Social Development

* Socialized housing programs and projects

* Municipal Hospital of Sasmuan

* Municipal High Schools and College of Sasmuan

 Policy Agenda

Land conversion for higher and better use, i.e. residential to commercials along national road in Poblacion; fish ponds ( agricultural) to
Residential- commercial;

Establish business one-stop shops

LGU capability building

Develop revenue raising mechanism

Private sector and peoples participation

Effectiveness of sector institutions

VOLUME 1

SOCIO ECONOMIC AND PHYSICAL PROFILE

Charter : GENERAL OVERVIEW

1. History

The town of Sasmuan is one of the oldest and most interesting communities in the province of Pampanga. Its name was derived from the old
Pampanga word. Tabnuan which means meeting place.

During the Spanish regime and subsequently the American occupation, the name degenerated to Sexmoan or sometimes Sexymoan which
became the source of embarrassment to its residents due to the words sexual connotation. It was during this time that Sasa or nipa palms
proliferated in the area, thus the word Sasmuan was formed.
1.1 Foundation of the Town:

Some unofficial church sources place the foundation of Sasmuan in 1590 when it was made a visita of the parish of Guagua By virtue of the
chapter or November 29,1611, the visita was aggregated to the nearby parish of Lubao due to the inconvenience of going to the more distant
parish of Guagua.

In 1615, upon the petition of the natives and the promise of the cabezas de barangay to give annual stipend of cash, rice, chicken and wine,
the Father Provincial agreed to send a resident religious to attend to the spiritual needs of the natives. He was Pedro de Zuniga, Vicar of
Sasmuan. This resulted to the segregation of Sasmuan from Lubao parish. Sometime in 1642, the parish was again aggregated to Lubao due to
the scarcity of priest in the area.

In 1901, after the overthrow of the Spanish regime, the American conquerors established the Civil Government, but was then absorbed as a
barrio by Guagua, its neighboring town. In 1909, through the efforts and dedication of Don Monico R. Mercado, Sexmoan was restored as an
independent municipality by legislative means. Don Mercado was the first elected assemblyman of Pampanga .

Sasmuan is also the home of one of the oldest churches in the Philippines. Built by the Augustinian Fathers in 1659 led by father Jose Duque.
In 1677, a convert was built which was placed under the advocation of Sta. Lucia, a virgin martyr who was the daughter of a religious and
humble peasant family of Syracuse, Italy. However, both of these buildings were swept away by the floods caused by the overflowing of the
river.

From 1710 to 1722, church authorities relieved Sasmuan from the obligation to pay rent, in order to build the foundation for a new building.
Thereafter, all collections to be paid to the San Agustin Monastery were also applied to the rebuilding of the church, as declared by the Chapter
of October 31, 1735.

After more than a century, Father Luciano Morros reinforced the churchs roof with iron bars to strengthen its resistance against typhoons. In
1884, Father Toribio Fanjul undertook restorations and added several windows of gothic style and painted the interiors.
To date the church still stands after more than 400 years in existence, even withstanding the big earthquake in 1983, and the volcanic eruption
of mount Pinatubo in 1990. It is also considered as one of the major tourist attractions of the municipality. Its patron saint Lucia or Apo Lucia
as she is fondly revered and called by devotees. The towns fiesta is celebrated every 13th of December, the patrons birthday.

In 1991, by virtue of Republic Act 4160, the Name Sexmoan was consequently changed to its original form. Sasmuan.
This was done through the efforts of the local administration. Which recognized the need to reclaim the true symbol of their locality.

1.2 Physical Profile

1.2.1. Location and Land Area

The Municipality of Sasmuan is located along the banks of the Pampanga River and widing up to the fringes of Manila Bay. It is
bounded on the north by the town of Guagua, on the east by the town of Masantol and Macabebe, and on the west by the town of Lubao
and on the south by Manila Bay. It is the 10th biggest municipality in the whole Pampanga, in terms of land area.

The town has land area of 9,175 hectares but around 40% or 3,721.94 hectares only is presently administered by local administration.
The remaining 60% of the land is still under dispute and presently administered by the Lubao Municipality .

Out of the 3,721.94 hectares, 98% is devoted to fishponds and water resources such as rivers, esteros and creeks. It is the only town in
Pampanga with practically no farmlands.

1.2.2. Political Subdivisions

Sasmuan is composed of twelve (12) barangays and three (3) sitios, such as the following: For the barangays, Sta. Lucia, Sta. Monica,
San Nicolas 1, San Nicolas 2, Sto. Tomas, and San Antonio, all six of them located in or near the uebanized area or town proper, with
the other six such as San Pedro, Mabuanbuan, Batang Macaba, Batang Macuyad, Malusac and Sebitanan as coastal towns. For the Three
(3) sitios,
 Remedios ( Dacung ), San Francisco de Asis, sta. Cruz.San Pedro has the biggest land area followed by the San Antonio and
Mabuanbuan
Respectively, all of which registering almost 90% of its land allocated to fishponds. The smallest barangay in terms of land area is the
barangay San Nicolas 1. The seat of power is in Sta. Lucia, possibly the second largest batangay with an urbanized area in all of
Sasmuan.

TABLE 1.2.2
List of Barangays and Land Areas
And Fishponds Areas

TOTAL Residential
Barangay / Name Land Area Fishpond Area Area
( Hectares ) (Hectares ) ( Hectares )

1. Sto. Tomas * 125.8242 117.5794 8.2448

2. San Nicolas I * 25.1025 17.1497 7.9528
3. San Nicolas II * 41.8870 39.584 2.3128
4. Sta. Lucia * 76.2228 70.1587 6.0641
5. San Antonio * 838.8294 838.8294 3.5725
6. Sta. Monica * 153.0853 153.0853 2.2568
7. San Pedro ** 846.8199 844.8641 1.9558
8.Malusac *** 640.4046 638.6011 1.8035
9. Sebitanan *** 146.9983 145.5619 1.4364
10. Batang 1 *** 260.9714 260.5563 0.4151
11. Batang 2 *** 232.2101 230.7950 1.4151
12. Mabuanbuan *** 327.7512 327.2053 0.5489

Total Land Area 3,721.9360 3,683.9604 37.9786

100 % 98.98 % 1.02 %
Note :
* - Barangay at the town proper
** - Barangay across the town proper
*** - Coastal Barangays accessible only thru water transport
1.2.3 Accessibility

The town can be reached through the national highway along the neighboring towns of Lubao and Guagua, which are the main access from the
north

And the south. The six coastal towns can only be reached by speedboats and motorized bancas. There are mini ports in all of these barangays.

However, not all are equipped with lighthouse.

1.3 Physical Characteristics

1.3.1 Water and Land Resources

The town is rich in rivers, creeks, clay marshlands, sand and gravel. However, all of these resources are currently devoted to fishing ,

Residential use and some small industries.

 TABLE 1.3.1
Soil Type and Characterstics

Soil Type Soil Type Land Area Soil Type %

1. Hydrosol 5,725 95.021 %
2. Lapaz slit Loam 300 4.979 %
6,025 100%

Source : Department of Agriculture, 1990

Table 1.3.1a

Rivers and Creeks

1. Pasak River 17. Palimun

2. San Pedro River 18. Cansuso
3. Calise 19. Palipit
4. Don Tomas 20. Telasilid
5. Bante 21. Malusac
6. Mangaso 22. Lungas
7. Palto 23. Sebitanan
8. Dalan Bapor 24. Timas
9. San Gabriel 25. Maria Blas
10. Caballero 26. Rivas
11. Sanda 27. Taguan binta
12. Mebalas 28. Matalaba
13. Estaka 29. Macapsa
14. Bacud 30. Bubulubuk
15. Rajama 31. Macapsa
 16. Mapaniqui

1.3.2 Physical Resources

Blessed with abundant coastal and marine resources, the town of Sasmuan has become known for its seafoods fare and lush mangroves. It is

also abundant in clay, which can be used for tile making, terra cota, potteries and ceramics, which are largely untapped or underdeveloped.

The availability of vast aquatic resources has encouraged residents to go into food processing such as bagoong, shrimp based kropek, fish

Sauce, tagilo. Etc.

1.3.3 Climate

Sasmuans climate is classified as Type 1 according to the Modified Coronas Classification being used by the Philippine Atmospheric.

Geophysical and Astronomical Service Administration (PAGASA). There are two pronounced seasons; dry from November to April and wet,

During the rest of the year.

1.4 Land Used Patterns

1.4.1 General Land Use

The existing land use of the town is generally agricultural with more then 90% of the Land being fishponds, interspersed with residential and

institutional uses. Commercial activity is very much limited and dependent on the outlying areas of Guagua, Bulacan, Manila, and Bataan and

sometimes to Malabo via the coastal access. Fish produce are brought outside of the town so that commercial activity per se is limited.
Efficient

land use plans are therefore a necessity in this town. Below is the existing land use plan.
 1.4.2 Urbanized Land Area

The six (6) inland towns such as Sto. Tomas, San Nicolas 1 and 2, Sta. Lucia, San Antonio and Sta. Monica are considered to be in the

urbanized areas of the municipality. The commercial activities and center of government are located in these areas. Major educational facilities

and other institutions are also in these parts 93 % of the residential areas are also concentrated on the six Barangays, together with the

recreational facilities. 33.56 % of the total fishponds area is located in the area . The total estimated land area of the considered-urbanized area

is approximately 1,269.7155 hectares or 33.86 % of the total land area of the municipality. There is no industrial use as of this time.

Table
1.4.1

General Land Use Computation

Municipality of Sasmuan

Category/ Land Use Land Area in Hectare Percent to Total %

1. Residential 26.8384 0.72

2. Commercial 0.70 0.02

3. Institutional 4.90 0.13

4. Parks and Recreation 0.135 0.00

5. Road Network 5.4088 0.15

6 Agricultural/ Fishponds
Including Lahar-Affected Areas 3,683.9774 98.98
Total 3,721.9360 100 %

MAPS ATTACHED FOR REFERENCE :

1. Maps of Sasmuan in relation to Pampanga

2. Map of Sasmuan

3. Existing General Land Use Map

4. Volcanic Hazard Map

5. Map of the Urbanized Area

6. Photographs of Existing Facilities

VOLUME 2: SECTORAL STUDIES

CHAPTER 2 : SOCIO DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS AND THE SOCIAL SECTOR

2.0 Socio Demographic Characteristics

The socio demographic data describe the characteristics of the population as well as the social conditions prevailing in the planning area.
Presented is an updated profile of the planning areas human resources as basis for determining the necessary indicators for development
Planning interventions.

2.1 Status of Development

2.1.1 Population Growth

The overall growth rate of the Province of Pampanga from 2000 to 2010 was 2.23%. Compared to the Provincial Population Growth
rate, the Population Growth Rate of Sasmuan is Seven times Greater during the 2000-2010 period.
 Table 2.1.1
Population Annual Growth Rates

Population Growth Rate

Census Year
2000 23,359 -
2010 27,254 16.67%
\

2.2 Population Distribution

Table 2.2

Household and Population by Barangay, 2010

Barangay Household Population Percent to Total

%
1. Sto. Tomas 605 3,085 11.32
2. Sta. Lucia (Pob.) 737 3,484 12.78
3. San Nicolas II 652 3,001 11.01
4. Sta. Monica 719 3,080 12.40
5. San Nicolas I 541 2,572 9.44
6. San Pedro 702 3,159 11.59
7. San Antonio 441 2,159 7.92
8. Malusac 399 1,956 7.18
9. Batang II 336 1,647 6.04
10. Sebitanan 250 1,149 4.22
11. Mabuanbuan 180 919 3.37
12. Batang I 63 313 1.15
TOTAL 5,624 27,254 11.32%
2.3 Population Density

Population Density by Barangay, 2010

Barangay Population Total Land Area Density ( Persons per
( Hectares) Hectare)
1. Sto. Tomas 3,085 125.8242 0.04
2. Sta. Lucia (Pob.) 3,484 76.2228 0.02
3. San Nicolas II 3,001 418870 139.58
4. Sta. Monica 3,080 153.3471 0.05
5. San Nicolas I 2,572 25.1025 0.01
6. San Pedro 3,159 846.8199 0.27
7. San Antonio 2,159 892.4019 0.41
8. Malusac 1,956 640.4046 0.33
9. Batang II 1,647 232.2101 0.14
10. Sebitanan 1,149 146.9983 0.13
11. Mabuanbuan 919 327.7512 0.36
12. Batang I 313 260.9714 0.83
TOTAL 27,254 3,721.9360 0.14

2.4 Household Size

 The average household size in Province of Pampanga for the year 2007 was 5.0. Also in 2007, the average household size in Sasmuan was 4.73
of the total 5,624.

Table 2.4

Household Size, by Barangay, 2007

Barangay Household Size

( According to Rank ) ( Individual per Household )

1. Sto. Tomas 605

2. Sta. Lucia (Pob.) 737
3. San Nicolas II 652
4. Sta. Monica 719
5. San Nicolas I 541
6. San Pedro 702
7. San Antonio 441
8. Malusac 399
9. Batang II 336
10. Sebitanan 250
11. Mabuanbuan 180
12. Batang I 63
Average Household Size 5,624

2.5 Gender and Age Group Distribution

Table 2.5-A shows that females out number the males in Sasmuan. For every 100 females, there are 97 males.
 Table 2.5 A

Current Household Population by Age Group, Sex 2000

Age Group Sex Sex Population Participation

Male Female Rate (%)
Total 13,634 12,972 26,606 1.00
Under 1 594 313 281 0.01
1-4 2,414 1,247 1,167 0.04
5-9 2,904 1,515 1,389 0.05
10-14 2,859 1,475 1,384 0.05
15-19 2,579 1,309 1,270 0.05
20-24 2,327 1,228 1,099 0.04
25-29 2,375 1,247 1,128 0.04
30-34 1,972 1,041 931 0.03
35-39 1,916 1,030 886 0.03
40-44 1,533 762 771 0.03
45-49 1,267 660 607 0.02
50-54 1,106 550 556 0.02
55-59 932 470 462 0.02
60-64 623 294 329 0.01
65-69 427 200 227 0.01
70-74 334 145 189 0.01
75-79 235 88 147 0.01
80+ 209 60 149 0.01
0-17 10,376 5,369 5,007 0.19
18+ 16,230 8,265 7,965 0.30
2.6 Labor Force and Employment

2.6 Labor Force

Labor Force, by Gender, 2010

Age- Group Population 2010 Participation Rate %

Household Popn 15 years & over in the Labor Force 18,296 1.00
In the Labor Force 10,925 0.598

Male 7,123 0.652

Female 3,801 0.348

2.6 Employment by Gender

 Employment Rate, by Gender, 2010

Gender Labor Force Employed Unemployed

In the Labor Force 10,925 10,017 9,186

Male 7,123 6,532 591
Female 3,801 3,486 395

2.7 EDUCATION

2.7.1 Literacy Rate

Sasmuan has a high literacy rate. Its literacy rate for the household population of 4,718 of ages 8 years old and above is 90%. This percentage is
in a bit lower compared to the 98% literacy rate in the Province of Pampanga for the year 2008. The low high literacy rate can be attributed to the sufficient
number of primary and secondary schools located inside its Municipality.

2.1.7.2 Schools and Learning Institutions

Sasmuan has nine elementary schools and twelve day care centers located inside the Municipality. It has 2 secondary public schools and 1 private
school.

The existing public schools have a total of 137 classrooms, 123 of which serve elementary students while the rest is for high school students.

The elementary schools are located in Batang II, Mabuanbuan, Malusac, San. Nicolas II, San. Pedro, Sta. Lucia, Sebitanan, Sta. Monica and Sto.
Tomas. The Day Care Centers are located atleast one in each of the 12 barangays.
 The students of Sasmuan go to nearby Municipalities or Cities for their secondary and tertiary education.

2.1.7.3 Enrollment Profile

As of November 2011, the enrollment and attendance of the students in nine elementary schools and pre- schools are exceptionally high.

Enrollment in Priamary Schools, 2010-2011

School Male Female Total

1. Sasmuan Elementary School 586 560 1146
2. Sto. Tomas Elementary School 387 341 728
3. San Pedro Elementary School 196 184 380
4. Sta. Monica Elementary School 114 93 207
5. Malusac Elementary School 197 170 367
6. Sebitanan Elementary School 93 86 179
7. Mabuanbuan Elementary School 115 94 209
8. Batang II Elementary School 99 93 192
9. Remedios Elementary School 108 97 205
Total

Pre-School Children by Barangay, 2010

Barangays Male Female Total
San Antonio 168 179 347
Sta. Monica 311 329 640
Sta. Lucia 288 273 561
San Nicolas I 218 212 430
San Nicolas II 265 237 502
Sto. Tomas 269 274 543
San Pedro 254 199 453
Malusac 180 179 359
Sebitanan 86 87 173
Batang II 138 143 281
Batang I 25 25 50
Mabuanbuan 59 64 123
Total 2,261 2,201 4,436

2.1.8 Manpower Training

The Municipality of Sasmuan works in partnership with the Technical Education School Development Administration in
training potential skilled workers.

2.1.9. Health
2.1.9.1. Health Indicators

Sasmuans top three leading causes of under 5 morbity in 2010 were NO Pneumonia, Pneunomia, and Influenza.

Under 5 leading Cause of Morbidity, 2010

 Causes Number Rate/ 100,000
Population
1. NO Pneunomia 344 1,248
2. Pneunomia 108 392.09
3. Influenza 40 145.22
4. Parasitism 36 130.70
5. Skin Disesases 35 127.07
6. UTI 26 94.39
7. Diarrhea 24 87.13
8. Amoebiasis 15 54.46
9. Furuncolosis 13 47.20
10. Oral Trush 11 39.94

The top three leading causes of morbidity in Sasmuan in 2010 were ARI, UTI, and Pneumonia.

10 Leading Causes of Morbidity, 2010

Causes Number Rate/ 100,000
Population
1. ARI 983 3,242
2. UTI 393 1,427
3. Pneumonia 301 1,093
4. Parasitism 122 442.93
5. Diarrhea 97 352.16
6. Influenza 93 337.64
7. PTB 81 294.07
8. Skin Diseases 72 261.40
9. Infected Wound 66 239.62
10. Amoebiasis 52 188.91

The top three leading causes of mortality in Sasmuan for the year 2010
were Myocardial Infarction, CV, and CA AII Forms.
 10 Leading Causes of Mortality, 2010
Causes Number Rate/ 100,000
Population
1. Myocardial Infraction 50 181.53
2. CVA 19 68.98
3. CA 17 61.72
4. Hypostatic Pneumonia 13 47.20
5. COPD 8 29.04
6. Diabetes Mellitus 6 21.78
7. Renal Failure 5 18.15
8. Acute Pancreatitis 2 7.26
9. PTB 2 7.26
10. Vehicular Accident 1 3.63

From 2005 to 2010, the birth rate in Sasmuan fluctuates at a smaller interval rate,
while the death rate has remained almost constant. The birth rates in 2005 was 7.65, it up to 8.31 in 2007
and went down to 6.06 in 2010 . The death rates in 2005 was 4.37, it went steady between 3.45 to 3.78 from
2006 to 2008. Again , from 2009 to 2010, it went steady between 4.39 and 4.72.
There were very rare cases of infant deaths and maternal deaths were completely absent from 2005 to 2010 period.

Births, Total Deaths, Infant Deaths, and Maternal Deaths, 2005-2010

Year Births Total Deaths Infant Deaths Maternal Deaths
No. Rate No. Rate No. Rate No. Rate
2005 238 7.65 136 4.37 1 4.20 0 0
2006 217 6.81 110 3.45 0 0 0 0
2007 272 8.31 103 3.15 2 7.35 0 0
2008 264 7.86 127 3.78 2 7.56 0 0
2009 183 6.87 117 4.39 1 5.46 0 0
2010 167 6.06 130 4.72 0 0 0 0
 2.1.9.2 Health Resources and Facilities

Sasmuan has eight registered health facilities. These facilities include 3 private clinics 1 Health Center in San Nicolas II. 1 private
dental clinic, and 3 health station in Sta. Monica, Malusac, and Batang II.

2.1.9.3. Existing Health Programs

The Rural Health Unit ensures the delivery of basic health services. It assures the access of anyone to health services and
facilities through medical mission , NHTS Program Philhealth Yellow Card, and the distribution wheel chairs. In preventing
diseases, it supports and implements the Department of Health Program e.g. TB-DOTS and Immunization against Influenza.

Currently, the Rural Health Unit has an ongoing programs on food production and nutrition . It involves nine elementary schools
and the 12 barangays gardening and administers vitamin A and iodized salt supplementation to infants, preschoolers and pregnant
women.

2.1.10. Protective Services

2.1.10.1. Police Services

The Sasmuan Police Force is stationed at Poblacion , Brgy.Sta. Lucia. It is under the administration of the Pampanga
Provincial Command of Regional Command III.

2.1.10.2. Fire Protection Service

The Sasmuan Fire Department has only one fire truck.

2.1.11. Social Services

2.1.11.1. Day Care Centers
 Sasmuan has sufficient number of day care centers with at least one center located in every baramgay.

2.1.11.2 Churches / Places of Worship

The people of Sasmuan are predominaly Roman Catholic . About 95% are Catholics. The remaining 5% are either Iglesia ni
Cristo , Jehovas Witness, Baptist , and IEMLIF.

The churches in Sasmuan can be found in almost all parts of the municipality. The Roman Catholic is located in Brgy . Sta Lucia.
Chapels are likewise found in every barangay and sitio.

2.1.12. Sports and Recreation

2.1.12.1. Parks and Recreation Facilities

There are two parks and recreation facilities in Sasmuan. The first one is the Don Lorenzo Laxamana Park . It is a public place
with mini landscape paek, a public stage, and a standard sized baskeb all court . The park is located in Brgy. Sta Lucia (Poblacion ).
The second park is the Water WORLD Leisiure R esort. It is a private recreation place .It has a department store ,billiard hall,
tennis court,basketball court, gymnasium, 8-lane bowling alley , swimming pools, restaurant, and hotel .

2.1.12.2. Sports Facilities

There 15 basketball courts in Sasmuan distributed in its 12 barangays and 3 sitios.

2.1.13. Settlemets and Housing

2.1.13.1. Housing Stock

There is an estimated10 % of the total number of families in Sasmuan that are informal settlers . The informal settlers are those
who built their houses on private structures, agriculture lands, government lands, along river banks and open spaces.
2.1.13.2 Water Supply and Sources
 Ground water is the most common source of water in sasmuan . It is used for drinking, laundry, bathing, and other domestic uses.
Sasmuan water district (SAWADI) also provides water that is used for drinking and domestic use. Except for Batang I and
Mabuanbuan, the rest of the barangays get their drinking water from SAWADI. Batang I and Mabuanbuan get their water pumps.

2.1.14. Sewerage

Only eight of the 12 barangays in Sasmuan have a large proportion of household with sanitary toilets. This proportion ranges
from 70% to 86% .The barangays that have sanitary toilets are San Antonio, Sta Monica, Sta. Lucia, San Nicolas I, San Nicolas II, Sto.
Tomas , San Pedro, and Batng II. The remaining barangays have a small proportion of household with sanitary toilets. This proportion
ranges from 45% to 65 %.

2.1.15. Garbage Disposal

Garbage disposal in Sasmuan are usually done through regular collection. This method is observed in seven barangays e.g. San
Antonio, Sta. Monica, Sta. Lucia, San Nicolas II, Sto. Tomas, and San Pedro. The remaining barangays use dumping as method of waste
disposal.

Chapter 3: Economic Sector

3.Agricultural, Commerce, and Industry

3.1.1. Status of Development
3.1.1.1. Fishery Sector

While the fishery sector is the dominant source of income for the people of sasmuan, only 13% of its population are actually
engage in fishing. However , 11% of its population are engage in storage and transport of fish catch . In addition, 27% in
marketing , and 17% are engaged in storage and distribution of fish catch.

3.1.1.2. Fish Catch

Fishes are usually caught in the river . About 77% of the fishermen relied on river for fish catch and only 19% relied on sea. Only
4% of fish catch comes from fish ponds.

Motorized boats are normally used to catch fishes. Around 74% of the fishermen have motorboats. Fisher are the common
cathing gear. About 77% of the fishermen used fishnets to catch fish.

3.2. Commerce and Industry Sector

3.2.1. Status of Development
3.2.1.1. Major Injuries

The wholesale and retailing sector in sasmuan ranks first in term of economic activity (27%). It was followed by the construction
sector (15%). The fishing sector ranks only third with 13%.

3.2.1.2. Fishing

While the fishing sector ranks only third ,a large part of the wholesale and retailing activities is apportioned to storage and
distribution of fish produce.

3.2.1.3. Other Commercial Activities

Construction is a booming economic sector. Many are drawn to work in various construction sites because of the continous
infrastructure development in nearby towns and cities.

Chapter 4: Infrastructure Sector

4. Infrastructure
4.1. Status of Development
4.1.1. Roads and Transport System
 All roads coming from six coastal barangays and fron the nearby municipalities are linked with the Brgy.
Sta. Lucia ( Poblacion).

4.1.2. Public Transportation

Jeepneys and Tricycle are the main land based transportation vehicle in Sasmuan.

4.1.3. Water Transport Routes and Distances

The six coastal barangays of Sasmuan are only accessible through bancas.

4.1.1. Water Supply System

Sasmuan Water District (SAWADI) also provides water that is used for drinking and domestic use.

4.1.5. Power Supply

The Pampanga Eletric Cooperative (PELCO) supplies the electricity to the 12 barangays of Sasmuan.

Chapter 5: Development Administration

6. Local Administration
5.1. Executive Branch

The office of the Mayor and its attached agencies is responsible to the overall administration of the
municipality. It is the one in-charge of implementing the resolutions and coming from the Sangguniang Bayan.
 5.2. Legislative Branch

The Sangguniang Bayan convenes and discusses crucial issues and problems concerning the minucipal
town. Through deliberations and debates, its councilors review and make ordinances and resolutions in response to certain
issues.

5.3. Barangay

The Barangay oversees the affairs of the sub-locality of the municipal town. It administers closer to the
people. In fact, it is the first one being approached everytime there is a problem in the community.

5.4. Municipal Budget

Sasmuan gets its annual budget mainly from three sources: tax revenue, non-tax revenue, and internal
revenue allotment.

1. Municipal Population Projection (2010-2020)

Province/ Popn (PO) Participation Population Projection

Municipality 2010 Rate
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2020
Pampanga 2,014,019 1.00 2,023,053 2,060,107 2,097,840 2,136,264 2,175,392 2,358,545
27,376 27,878 28,388 28,908 29,438 31,916
Sasmuan 27,254 0.014

Excludes Angeles City

Source: National Statistics Office
Note: Population Projection is based on HLURB Manula (2008), Volume 2, pp. 19-23

2. Yearly Population By Barangay (2010-2020)

Municipality/ Popn (PO) Participation 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2020
Barangay 2010 Rate

SASMUAN 27,254 1.00 27,376 27,878 28,388 28,908 29,438 31,916

Batang 1st 313 0.011 314 320 326 332 338 367
Batang 2nd 1,647 0.060 1,654 1,685 1,716 1,747 1,779 1,929

Mabuanbuan 919 0.034 923 940 957 975 993 1,076

Malusac 1,956 0.072 1,965 2,001 2,037 2,075 2,113 2,291
Sta Lucia 3,484 0.128 3,500 3,564 3,629 3,695 3,763 4,080
(POB)
San Antonio 2,159 0.079 2,169 2,208 2,249 2,290 2,332 2,528
San Nicolas 2,572 0.094 2,584 2,631 2,679 2,728 2,778 3,012
1st
San Nicolas 3,001 0.110 3,014 3,070 3,126 3,183 3,241 3,514
2nd
San Pedro 3,159 0.116 3,173 3,231 3,290 3,351 3,412 3,699
Santa Monica 3,830 0.141 3,847 3,918 3,989 4,062 4,137 4,485
Santo Tomas 3,065 0.112 3,079 3,135 3,193 3,251 3,311 3,589
Sebitanan 1,149 0.042 1,154 1,175 1,197 1,219 1,241 1,346
 Sasmuan has more public learning institutions comprising 78 % percent of the local number of schools. The public schools have

have a greater number of teachers (181) than those in the private schools (20). Distribution of teaching personnel is shown in

Table 2.7.3B

Table 2.7.2B

Number of Teachers by Level

Level Public Private Total %

Pre-School 1 1 1
Elementary 145 9 154 76
High School 36 10 46 23
College

Total 181 20 201

The existing public schools have a total of 137 classrooms, 123 of which serve elementary school students while the

remainder is for high school students.

2.7.3 Enrollment Profile

 As of academic year 2001-2002, enrollment in all 14 schools in Sasmuan reached a total of 5,312 students. Public schools
took

in the bulk of the students, accounting for 94 percents of total enrollment at all levels. This translates to teacher-student
radios

of 1:25 at the primary and elementary level, which is well within the ideal ratio of 1:40, and 1.38 at the secondary level,
which

is within the ideal ratio of 1:40.

Table 2.7.3A

Current Teacher-Student Ratio in Public Schools in Sasmuan

Level Existing Ideal

Elementary Level 1:25 1:40

High School Level 1:38 1:40

In the private schools, the Teacher-students ratio is 1:18 in the elementary level, which is well within the ideal ratio of 1:40,
while at the secondary level, the ratio is 1:16, which is well within the ideal ratio of 1:40.

Table 2.7.3B
 Current Teacher-Student Ratio in Private Schools in Sasmuan

Level Existing Ideal

Elementary Level 1:18 1:40

High School Level 1:16 1:40

Table 2.7.3C

Total Enrollment SY 2001-2002

Level Private Public Total

Pre-School 30 95 125
Elementary 184 3,469 3,653
High School 163 1,371 1,534
College

TOTAL 377 4,935 5,312

 FIGURE 2.7.3A

Total Enrollment by Level, SY 2001-2002

Table 2.7.3D
 Number of Students, Teachers and Classrooms in Sasmuan

No. of Teachers No. of students No. of Classrooms

School Level Public Private Public Private Public Private

Pre-School 0 1 95 30 4 1

Elementary 145 9 3,469 184 118 5

High School 36 10 1,371 163 14 5

College 0 0 0 0 0 0

TOTAL 181 20 4,935 377 136 11

Figure 2.7.3B
Ratio of Students, Teachers and classrooms

Table 2.7.3E
 Student-Teacher Ratio and Student- Classroom Ratio in Sasmuan

School Student-Teacher Ratio Student-Classroom Ratio

Public Elementary Schools
MabuanbuanPrimary School 1:40 1:52
Malusac 1:32 1:38
Batang II 1:35 1:35
Sebitanan 1:33 1:28
Sasmuan Central School 1:36 1:25
Sto. Tomas 1:34 1:29
San Pedro 1:34 1:34
Sta. Monica Primary School 1:30 1:30
Remedios Primary School 1:23 1:23
TOTAL 1:28 1:32

Table 2.7.3E
 Student- Teacher Ratio and Student- Classroom Ratio in Sasmuan

School Student Teacher Ratio Student- Classroom Ratio

Public Elementary Schools
St. Lucy Parochial School 1.18 1.37

Public High Schools

Sto Tomas Barangay H.S. 1:38 1:104
Malusac Barangay H.S. 1:37 1:73

Private High School

Sta. Lucia Academy 1:16 1:33

TOTAL 1:27 1:62

The literacy rate of Sasmuan for ages 8 years and over is 50% of which 52% are female and 48% are male. This explain

that out of every 100 enrollee. Only 79 can actually finish sixth grade. And assuming all out these will pursue

secondary studies, 50% Will drop out before graduation and only 5% can pursue college education.

Sasmuan had a total school age population of 20,170. However, only 5,312 or 26 percent are present enrolled. Sixty three

percent ( 63%) of the population with ages 7 to 14 are enrolled at the elementary level.

2.8 Manpower Training

 Through the initiative of the local government, out-of- school youth can avail of livelihood training in dressmaking,
tailoring, refrigeration and air-conditioning, and other vocational courses.

2.9 Health

2.9.1. Health Indicators

The CY 2000 statistics showed that the crude birth rate ( per 1000 population ) of Sasmuan was 9.9% percent, compared to
the 9.1% percent registered the previous year.

The crude death rate ( per 1,000 population ) is 4.1% percent, compared to the 2.3% percent the previous year. Acute upper
respiratory infection was the leading cause of morbidity in Sasmuan, responsible for 37% of the total number of sickness.
Anemia and urinary tract infection can in as the second and third leading causes of morbidity, accounting for 19 percent
and 10 percent respectively of all sickness.

Table 2.9-A
Ten Leading Causes of Morbidity
 Causes Number Rate
1. A R I 2,863 10.47
2. Anemia 1,462 5.34
3. U T I 783 2.86
4. Acute Bronchitis 683 2.50
5. Skin Disease 581 2.13
6. Infected Wound 364 1.33
7. Parasitism 256 .94
8. Hypertension 253 .93
9. Amoebiasis 210 .77
10. Diarrhea 186 .69
TOTAL 7,641
2.9.2. Health Resources and Facilities

The total number of registered health facilities in Sasmuan is eight (8). These consist of three (3) private clinics, one (1) health

center situated in San Nicolas II, which provide free medical and dental treatment and consultations. There is one private dental

clinic while there are three (3) health stations located in Barangays Sta. Monica, Malusac and Batang II. There is no hospital in

Sasmuan the hospital needs are serviced by primary and secondary government hospitals in Guagua and Lubao. Tertiary health

care is available at the Jose Lingad Memorial Hospital at the San Fernando City, Pampanga.

2.9.3 Existing Health Programs

Womens Reproductive Health

* Medical missions to individual barangays

Maternal care: 3 or more pre-natal visits; complete iron and TT2

Child care; full immunization; treatment of pneumonia and diarrhea; vitamin A supplemental;

Garantisadong Pambata and Sentrong Sigla

* Under Five Clinic (UFC)

 NTP (TB) Program: testing, examination and treatment; X-ray (=) iniated tx

Family Planning; use of contraceptives : condom, IUD, pills, DMNPA, LAM, NFP for current and new acceptors

Dental services: oral exam and fluoride therapy for schoolers; tooth filling and extraction

Environmental and health sanitation: construction of public sanitary toilets and artesian wells; food inspection on
establishments

and permit issuance

Nutrition Education: Mothers Class

Laboratory : Routine urinalysis, stool exam, CBC

2.10 Protective Services

Protective services cover the public service activities rendered by policemen under the command of the Philippine National
Police

(PNP) and firemen, under the Bureau of fire Protection ( BFP)

2.10.1 Crime Situation

During the year 2000, the total number of crimes reported in Sasmuan reached only eleven cases, compared to the 1999 statistic
 of eighteen cases.

Table 2.10-A
Comparative Crime Statistics

Criminal Violations 1999 2000

Possession of illegal drugs 4 3

Accidents 1 1
Illegal gambling 2 0
Rape 3 1
Qualified theft 2 1
Illegal possession of firearms 1 1
Murder 2 0
Robbery 1 0
Slight physical injury 1 0
Serious oral defamation 1 1
Acts of lasciviousness 0 1
Malicious mischief 0 1
Frustrated parricide 0 1
Total 18 11

2.10.2 Police Service

 The Sasmuan Police Force is under the jurisdiction of the Pampanga Provincial Command of Regional Command III and its
main

Station is situated at the Poblacion, Barangay Sta. Lucia. Its objectives are to maintain peace and order, ensure public safety, and

Strengthen the capability of the local government through active people participation and a professionalized corps of civil
servants.

2.10.3 Police Capability

The police force has a total manpower count of 19, consisting of 2 Inspections and 17 police officers, listed as follows:

Rank Designation Number

Chief Inspector Officer in Charge 1

Inspector Deputy Chief 1
SPO4 3
SPO2 3
SPO1 3
PO3 3
PO2 2
PO1 2
Total 19

The existing police to population ratio is one (1) police officer for every 1,439 individuals (1: 1,439 ).
 Accounting to ideal standards, one policeman must serve at least 1,000 individuals.

2.10.4 Logistic of Police Force

Firepower capability:

5 revolvers
4-9mm pistols
8 armalite rifles

Lift Capability:

1 service jeep
2 motor boats

Communication capability

1 base radio
2 Handheld radios

2.10.5 Fire Protection Service

The broad objective of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) is everything related to fire prevention, detection, extinguishment
 of fire and reduction of losses. The Clear goal of this Bureau is to save lives and properties by means of fire prevention, fire

safety programs, fire protection construction, fire arm investigation, pre-fire planning and fire extinguishment operations.

2.10.6 Fire Fighting Personnel

The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) is manned by 5 personnel and 2 civilian volunteers. The existing fireman population ratio

is one (1) fireman for every 3,905 individuals, which is well within is well within the standard ratio of 1:10,000.

Roster of Personnel

Rank Designation Number

Sr. Fire Office 3 Officer-in charge 1

Sr. Fire Officer 2 Deputy chief 2

Sr. Fire Officer 1 1

Fire Officer 3 3

Volunteers 2

Total 7
 The Sasmuan Fire Department has one (1) fire Truck and free extinguishers.

2.11 SOCIAL SERVICES

The Sasmuan Social Services Department caters to the basic needs of the under privileged as well as population groups living in

depressed areas. Its programs are the following:

* Self-Employment Assistance (SEA)- Cash loans without interest

* Disaster preparedness and response- search, rescue, relief and rehabilitation

* Administration of : Senior citizens affairs, pre-school and out of-school youths

* Assistance in Crisis Situation (AICS)- Cash and /or medical and hospitalization assistance for indigents: free health

insurance

Medicare para sa Masa

* Community Integrated Development and Social Services (CIDSS)

2.11.1 Day Care Centers

There are fourteen (14) day-care centers in Sasmuan. These centers are staffed by one (1) day-care worker.

At least 656 children were beneficiaries of these centers. While more children are waiting to be served.
 Table 2.11

Profile of Day Care Centers, CY 2000

Location No. of Day No. of Day No. of Children

Care Center Care Workers Served
Dalan Baba 23
Sitio Central 40
Sto. Tomas 1 90
San Nicolas I 1 35
San Nicolas II 1 36
Sitio Remedios 1 41
Sta. Lucia 2 85
San Pedro 1 51
San Antonio 1 50
Sta. Monica 2 47
Malusac 1 40
Sebitanan 1 50
Batang I 1 40
Mabuanbuan 1 28

TOTAL 14 656

2.11.2 Churches/Places of Worship

 Roman Catholic Church- main church situated in Poblacion, Brgy. Sta. Lucia, Chapels in 12 barangays and 3 sitios. More than
95%

Of the population belong to this denomination, while the remaining 5% belong to the following religions:

1. Iglesia Ni Kristo situated in Brgy. Sto. Tomas

2. Jehovahs Witness situated in Brgy. San Nicolas II

3. Christian Churches situated in Brgy. Sto. Tomas

4. Baptist church situated in Brgy. Sebitanan

5. IEMLIF situated in Batang II

2.12 SPORTS AND RECREATION

2.12.1 Parks and Recreation Facilities

Don Lorenzo Laxamana Park a public place comprised of a mini landscaped park, a public stage and a standard sized
basketball courts situated in Poblacion, Brgy. Sta. Lucia.

Water World Leisure Resort a private recreation place with a department store, billiard hall tennis court, basketball
court, gymnasium, 8-lane bowling alley, swimming pools, restaurant and hotel.

Sasmuan Native Cuisine Sto. Tomas

 2.12.2 Sports Facilities

Basketball courts- practically all of the twelve (12) barangays and three (3) sitios have their own basketball courts.

2.13 SETTLEMENTS AND HOUSING

2.13.1 Housing Stock

Table 2.13.1

Housing Stock Per Barangay

Barangay With Sanitary Toilets w/o Without No. of

Toilets Septic Tanks Toilets Families
Sto Tomas 301 10 289 600
San Nicolas II 145 10 223 378
San Nicolas I 213 15 392 620
Sta. Lucia ( Poblacion) 235 15 460 710
Sta. Monica 162 10 245 417
San Antonio 155 0 235 390
San Pedro 109 20 381 510
Malusac 136 15 199 350
Sebitanan 57 5 124 196
Batang I 9 10 37 56
Batang II 8 20 328 356
Mabuanbuan 7 10 118 135
TOTAL 1,537 140 3,031 4,718
About 10% of the total number of families are informal settlers who had built their houses/structures on private agriculture lands,
government lands, along river banks and open spaces. Part of these informal settlers are residents of two sitios: Remedios and San
Francisco ( Cutud ).
2.14 Water Supply and Sources

Table 2.14

Water Supply and Resources Per Barangay

Barangay No. of Public Artesian Private Tap

Families Wells Water Water
Sto. Tomas 600 22 196 235
San Nicolas II 378 18 90 160
San Nicolas I 620 23 167 213
Sta. Lucia 710 28 164 250
Sta. Monica 417 22 207 50
San Pedro 510 15 50 0
Malusac 350 7 9 0
Sebitanan 196 11 5 0
Batang I 56 5 4 0
Batang II 356 4 8 0
Mabuanbuan 135 9 9 0

TOTAL 4,718 186 979 1,043

2.15 Sewerage

There is no existing unified sewerage system but only individuals septic tanks relying mostly on the natural seepage of water
by

the soil.

A. DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

1. Health and Nutrition

1.1 High incidence of morbidity, mortality, communicable diseases and malnutrition.

1.2 Lack of personnel, medicines and medical equipment.

1.3 Lack of water supply system.

1.4 Lack of sanitation facilities.

2. Social Services

2.1 High school drop out rate.

2.2 Lack of high school facilities

2.3 Increase in number of poor families

 2.4 Worsening social problems like delinquency, worsening peace and order.

2.5 Non- participation of people in development activities and need for community organization.

2.6 Inefficient social welfare facilities, resources and funds.

3. Housing

3.1 Lack of sanitary facilities for every household.

3.2 Lack of housing for increasing number of poor families .

B. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

1. Health and Nutrition

To improve and safeguard the general health condition of the people of Sasmuan.

2. Social Services

2.1 To decrease drop out rate in elementary and high school levels.

2.2 To promote personally development and community organizing.

2.3 To improve peace and order situation.

2.4 To improve social welfare facilities.

C. STRATEGIES

1. Health and Nutrition

1.1 Implement appropriate health and nutrition programs in the municipality.

1.2 Enhance the capabilities of all health personnel by attending seminars and trainings.

1.3 Impose and monitor environmental sanitation through municipal ordinance and health education ; food handlers
class

1.4 Requisition of plastic toilets from the center for Health Development III.

1.5 Adoption of the Zero Waste Management

1.6 Additional manpower ( Dentists/ dental Aide.

2. Social Services

2.1 Conduct training to parents regarding importance of education.

2.2 Provision of education assistance especially to poor and deserving students.

2.3 Provision of skills training program per needs assessment.

2.4 Construct and repair community facilities per barangay and community.
 3. Housing

3.1 Encourage every household to construct sanitary toilets.

3.2 Increase awareness of household on the importance sanitation

3.3 Seek assistance from national government agencies and the private sector in construction of low-income housing.

3.4 Encourage community based housing programs to ensure land tenure of informal settlers

D. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS

1. Health and Nutrition

1.1 Medical and dental missions by private groups and NGOs.

1.2 Construction of Health centers, lying-in hospital and public toilets.

1.3 Organization of community-based health groups composed of community members.

1.4 Conduct nutrition education and health consciousness.

2. Social Services

2.1 Construction of additional classrooms and repair existing ones.

2.2 Improvement of equipment and facilities for peace and order maintenance.

2.3 Construction of fire station

 2.4 Sports development for different sectors ( women, elderly, children ).

3. Housing

3.1 Provision of a toilet bowl per household in need.

3.2 Self-help housing projects. Such as community based programs ( Community Mortgage Program or CMP,

Slum upgrading )
3.3 Partnerships with NGAs and the private sector to deliver housing services to the poor and marginalized
VOLUME I :

SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND PHYSICAL PROFILE AND DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS

Chapter 3 : ECONOMIC SECTOR

3.1 AGRICULTURE

In agriculture, the Municipality of Sasmuan has placed its priority in fishery and its development.

It is estimated that about 98% of Sasmuans population are engaged in fishing and related pursuits. Families are either directly or

indirectly dependent on fishing.

The municipality is faced with problems vis--vis the viability of fishery, given the diminishing fishing grounds. The eruption of

Mount Pinatubo to a large measure has sped up the urgency of mitigating siltation effects
.
The economy of Sasmuan which is primarily dependent on its fishing industry has been severely affected by the Mt. Pinatubo

eruption. The flow of lahar deposits from the more elevated nearby towns has caused the siltation of most of the rivers. This in

turn block the entry of fish species from the sea which are the lifeblood of the small fishermen, and the cleaner sea water which is
 critically needed by fishpond operators.

The small food sufficiency has slowly led to the development of alternative sources such as crops and livestock.

A. STATUS OF DEVELOPMENT

3.1.1. Fishery

Sasmuan has an area of approximately 91.25 square kilometers. The total areas devoted to fishponds is 3,683.96 hectares

and is fully developed with a total number of 512 fishpond owners/operators. The breakdown of fishpond area is shown in

Table 3.1.1 The fishermen of Sasmuan are well known for their dexterity in catching crabs, shrimps, prawns and other fish

species even with bare hands. This is still true for many of them even with the introduction of more modern and

sophisticated fishing gears.

The inland or aquaculture resources of Sasmuan are classified as brackish fisheries. Being such, the areas are utilized for

sugpo, bangus, tilapia and crab culture.

The method of culture being practiced is still on the modified extensive wherein stocking rate of sugpo ranges from 15,000
her hectare.

There are actually two (2) fishing methods commonly practiced in Sasmuan:

1) Culture catch from fishponds.

2) Capture catch from commercial/municipal fishing grounds.

The following are the dominant gears used for subsistence fishing.

Patinga - a portable gill net of different mesh sizes

Biacus - a net trap anchored on 2 stationary post along the river

Sacag - a net trap on portable bamboo poles

Balisasa - a portable trap made either from bamboo or wine mesh

Kitig - a huge fishing net used by a group of fishers

Pukut - a fishing net similar to kitig

Galadgad - a small adaption of a commercial trawler

The total fish production for both culture and capture is 2,000 metric tons per annum. The per capita fish consumption is 40

kilograms per year. If the entire production every year is to be consumed solely by the population of 22,000 more or less, it
is reasonable to conclude that fish supply is sufficient. The produce, however, is not sold in Sasmuan local market but to

nearby towns. The fish catch is usually transported out of Sasmuan to Guagua, Bulacan, Manila, Bataan and sometimes,

Malabon . from a financial viewpoint, this is an important fact because income derived from fish exporting is not plowed

back into Sasmuans revenue to improve the fishing industry.

Other major problems of fishermen who make their living along rivers and the coastline are: shallow rivers, encroachment

into rivers, population and lack of post-harvest facilities.

The land area for developed fishponds represent about 98% of the total land area of the municipality. Hereunder is the

breakdown of the fishpond developments and the number of operators :

 Table 3.1.1

Table Showing the Barangays and Corresponding Land Area and

Fishpond Operators

Barangay Land Area No. of

Operators

Sto Tomas 117.5794 24

San Nicolas I 17.1497 5
San Nicolas II 39.5742 8
Sta. Lucia ( Pob ) 70.1587 10
Sta. Monica 153.0853 20
San Antonio 838.8294 106
San Pedro 844.8641 98
Malusac 638.6011 93
Sebitanan 145.6519 40
Batang I 260.5563 39
Batang II 230.7950 35
Mabuanbuan 327.2053 34
TOTAL 3,683.9604 512
3.1.2 Alternative Crops

Most of the essential food products and other commodities are bought from the nearby towns of Guagua,l Lubao and Sta.

Rita. Other goods come from San Fernando and as far as Manila and Baguio.

Without farmlands, production is basically limited to fish farming and some aquatic by- products. However, in view of the

irregular fluctuation of prawn prices, the production of other alternative crops are being developed.

Planting of root crops and other vegetable plants that do not diminish the strength of the dikes are being tested for full

utilization of the land area, particularly those of fishpond dikes. Cassava and gabi, which are widely used as prawn feeds,

may be potential earners for fishpond watchers.

3.1.3 Livestock and Poultry

Livestock and poultry raising are being undertaken in small scale. Some families in Sasmuan have one or two pigs in their

Backyards, primarily for family consumption and during social occasions. Hereunder is a summary of the estimated animal

population in Sasmuan shown in Table 3.1.3.

 Table 3.1.3

Total Animal Population

Animal Population Number

Swine 243

Goats 206

Dogs 586

Ducks 3,210

Carabao 2

Turkey 15

Chicken 2,530

Sheep 3

TOTAL 6,795
3.1.4 Support Programs

The following support programs are being pursued in fish farming and animal raising:

Fingerlings dispersal : Tilapia and Bangus

Seedlings dispersal : vegetables, plants and trees

Soil and water testing

Livestock dispersal : goats and Pigs

Distribution of : Fishpond inputs

Fishing gears :

Rabies vaccination of animals

Conduct of seminars on : Fisheries production

Cooperative development
B. DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

The following concerns need to be addressed in order to promote fishery production through efficient and effective
management

Of resources. The resolution of these concerns shall help increases Sasmuans income.

1. Low catch of Fish

2. Unbalanced utilization and management of resources

3. Lack of technological skills including post harvest facilities

4. Population

5. Weak enforcement of laws on encroachment

6. Absence of non- traditional and high commercial value products.

To address the present concerns brought about by the depleted fishery resources, the poverty- stricken fisherfolks and

Many other fishery problems, the GMA- Fisheries program was initiated. It is designed to provide a framework to develop

the countrys fisheries resources for food security. Efforts shall dwell into the expansion of productivity programs and

provision of support activities through appropriate technology, research, extension, and adequate financial and marketing

assistance.
Therefore, in order to meet the objectives of improving the fisheries sector, there is a need to maintain a delicate balance

between the requirements for increased production to contribute to the food security against the need to conserve and

protect the resources for long term sustainability.

In addressing the low fish catch, BFAR Region 3 intends to regularly replenish depleted inland waters by undertaking

fingerlings dispersal in the area. BFAR shall also accomplish this through the setting of targets either on a per area or per

specie basis. A species diversification program is currently being implemented by the bureau (BFAR) to promote the

culture of freshwater species other then tilapia as well as to maximize the production of the ponds.

To effectively implement the various rules and regulations, the BFAR is also encouraging fisherfolks / communities to

police and manage their own resources.

The GMA-Fisheries Program is also focused on the activities that will help reduce the post- harvest losses. The program

Through the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority ( PFDA) will provide infrastructure facilities that will include the

The establishment and or improvement of regional and municipal fish ports/landings, ice plant, cold storage and other post

Harvest and marketing support facilities. The bureau likewise is addressing the problem on unnecessary wastage due to
 post harvest losses and improper utilization of production resources by promoting value added products.

Fisherfolks will also be provided with appropriate technology on food processing techniques such as bagoong making, fish

Sauce, shrimp based such as kropeck to improve their competitiveness with other locally produced by- products.

3.2 COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY

The development efforts are geared towards an increase of commercial and industrial activities in Sasmuan.

Presently, the major commercial areas within the municipality are the fish port, the market areas, the pobl;acion, and some

Establishments along major thoroughfares.

Businesses and industries are limited to the trading of various aquatic species and the manufacture of various watercrafts from

Fiberglass. The most common type of business, other than those related to the fishing industry, is retailing of essential

commodities. About 40% of the more than 200 business establishments registered with the municipality are concentrated in

the center of the town while the rest are scattered in all other barangays.

The dwindling catch of subsistence fishermen, the poor production of the fishponds and the resulting dislocation of the

Fishpond Workers, has resulted in the creation of non- traditional enterprises like boat and banca making from wood and

fiberglass, fish and shrimp processing, net weaving, candy making, ironworks, concrete works and fabric knitting.
 It becomes imperative that more commerce and industries absorb a growing labor force and increase the rural income. The

proximity of Sasmuan to highly developed regions of Pampanga, Bataan, Bulacan and Metro Manila necessitates the

improvement of the business climate and the encouragement of industrial growth.

A. STATUS OF DEVELOPMENT

3.2.1 Major Industries

Based on the list of existing major industries in Sasmuan, as shown in Table 3.5.1, it can be noted that most of major industries

deal with wholesale and retail trade.

Table 3.2.1
List of Major Industries in Sasmuan

Type of Industry No. of Establishment

Manufacturing 20

Wholesale and Retail Trade 198

Transportation Storage 40

Financial Institutions 2

Real Estate and Business Services 2

Community 2
 Social and Personal Estate and

Business Services 8

Total Registered Major Industries 282

3.2.2 Fishing

The economy of Sasmuan is heavily dependent on fishing. The town achieved modest accomplishment in fishing,

especially in prawn raising during the last five (5) years before Mount Pinatubos eruption. Rivers, creeks, swamps,

including vast fishpond were the sources of income and livelihood that were paralyzed as a consequence of heavy siltation.

The town of Sasmuan is not a commercial one. Fishermen and fishpond operators, during harvest time, market their catch

mostly in nearby Guagua town. It is likewise from here where Sasmuenos purchase their supply of rice, vegetables and
meat

products this sector contributes majority of the total working force in Sasmuan. The municipality has 2,043 full- time

fisherman and 1,620 part-time fishermen with 560 motorized banca

 Table 3.2.2

Number of Part-Time and Full -Time Fishermen By Barangay

Barangay Full-Time Part-Time

San Nicolas I 35 10
San Nicolas II 104 -
Sta. Lucia 219 158
Sto. Tomas 96 35
San Antonio 81 208
Batang I 51 20
Malusac 198 204
San Pedro 399 250
Batang II 214 240
Sta. Monica 401 215
Sebitanan 151 125
Mabuanbuan 94 105
Total 2,043 1,620

Source : A.A/ Bureau of fishery ( 1990)

The highest full-time fisherman by barangay are Sta. Monica (401), followed by San Pedro ( 399) and Sta Lucia (219).

The highest part-time fisherman by barangay are San Pedro (250), follwed by BatangII (240) and Sta. Monica (215).

3.2.3 Other Commercial Activities/Small Industries

Knitting is the second most important production activity followed by small manufacturers engaged in delicacies and
Candy making. Some have business on out-lumber and firewood dealers.

Residents have strong interest in music: marimba making, castanets tambourine, drums and bongos. The manufacturing

process of these is simple and materials are either waste or by- products.

Residents also have experience in net making like fishing nets and athletic nets. The process can either be manual or

Technology- based.

There are possible opportunities for commercial and industrial activities: brick making, product processing, canning and

Packaging. Some of these may be undertaken in homes or through cooperatives. Aside from prawn culture and garments

Knitting, other possible investment areas are embroidery, and production of stuffed toys and Christmas decorations.

These are existing cooperatives that pursue financing and other ventures ( Table 3.5.3 ).
 Table 3.2.3

List of Cooperatives in Sasmuan

Name of Cooperatives Location

Siping Bale Multi-Purpose Cooperative Sta. Monica

Kababaihan Para sa Kaunlaran ng Sasmuan Sta. Lucia

Lucian Multi-Purpose Cooperative Sta. Lucia

Buklod Talapag-obra MPC San Nicolas II

Bato Balani PMC Sta. Monica

STS Damayan PMC Sto. Tomas

Samahan ng Mangingisda at Kababaihan ng

Malusac Credit Cooperative Malusac

Paralaya MPC Sto. Tomas

Padua Sasmuan Multi- Purpose Cooperative San Antonio

San Antonio Multi- Purpose Cooperative San Antonio

3.2.4 Labor

Labor and employment are inseparable in any given situation and the municipality of Sasmuan is likewise affected.

Also, problems of overseas employment are rampant, particularly illegal recruitment.

Table 3.2.4a

Labor Force

Total Population Not in Labor Labor Force

Percentage 100% 47.30 % 52.70 %

Total Number 27,366 12,930 14,406

 Table 3.2.4b

Employment Rate

Labor Force Employed Unemployed

Percentages 100 % 16 % 84 %

Total number 14,406 2,378 12,055

B. DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

Given the availability of resources and materials, agriculture and fishery are still given priority. However, the long process of

growth for commerce and other industries shall be initiated with this plan. The following problem areas shall be addressed:

1. Zero industrial growth

2. Reluctance of investors and entrepreneurs to operate due to political/peace and other conditions.
3. Inefficient systems leading to high production costs.
4. Lack of access to capital
5. Inadequate support systems, i.e. transportation, roads, power and communication facilities, harbor
 3.3 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

3.3.1 To increase employment rate in the locality by 50%.

3.3.2 To make available more livelihood opportunities showcasing manpower and natural resources.

3.3.3 To improve labor force through various training programs and on-the-job training
.
3.3.4 To increase income of the people of Sasmuan and elevate their economic status.

3.4 STRATEGIES

3.4.1 Solicitation of technical and financial assistance from being agencies for livelihood packages and grants.

3.4.2 Encouragement and invitation to local and foreign investors to Sasmuan for joint ventures.

3.4.3 Pursuit of alternative livelihood options aside from fishing.

3.4.4 Development Bangkong Mapalad and other natural resources.

3.4.5 Provision of managerial skills and capability programs to aspiring businessmen, women, youth and other
sectors

3.5 PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS

3.5.1 River- Resources

 Creation and /or tie up with a Research Center that would determine and monitor the characteristics of soil and
water

Which are ideal for certain species of fish and alternative crops.

3.5.2 Crops and River Growth Development

Development of cottage industries on the alternative uses of Kangkong and other river crops and the

dispersal/utilization of water lily and other growths.

3.5.3 Post Harvest Facilities

Assistance to fishing cooperatives in processing and cold storage of fish harvest.

3.5.4 Agricultural and industrial Linkages

Establishment of ventures with industries that need marine and aquatic products as raw materials.

3.5.5 Development of Bangkong Malapad as an Agricultural Zone

3.5.6. Development of Pottery Industry.

3.5.7 Development and Construction of Fishing Port/Commercial Area and Fishermens Wharf for key barangays/
areas.
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SOCIO ECONOMIC PROFILE

Chapter 4 : INFRASTRUCTURE SECTOR

4.0 Introduction

Infrastructure is primarily a service sector. This sector is a vital Aspect in shaping the growth and development of any community.

Sectoral programs are conceptualized to support specific goals and objectives of the development plan, as well as address the

Problems that arise as a result of growth.

Sasmuan has a total of 12 barangays, 6 of which are inland and near the town center, and 6 are island barangays which maybe
reached

Only thru water transportation. 98% of Sasmuans resources are fishponds , 2 % land, so that mobility of people and even
commerce

is dependent on water transport system. The lack of an efficient water transport system slows down the over-all growth of the

fishing industry in terms of marketing the goods and products to nearby towns and communities. The potential of the Fishing

industry is so real but the general lack of infrastructure support hinders its growth .
 Although the six barangays are near the town center, they too are still in need of additional roads, improvement and maintenance

of the over-all road network of the municipality.

A. STATUS OF DEVELOPMENT

4.1 Roads and Transport System

Sasmuan has an approximate total of 6,836 kilometers of roads classified into four (4) categories such as national,

Provincial, Municipal, barangay roads. Below is the table of roads based on classification and relative leng

Table 4.1.1
 Roads Per Classification

Classification Length in Km. Status

1. National Roads 0.700 Paved / Upgrade

2. Provincial Roads 1.745 Paved / Upgrade

3. Municipal Roads 6.065 Unpaved

4. Barangay Roads 1.555 Unpaved

TOTAL 10,285
 Table 4.1.2
Road Network Per Barangay

Barangays Near Town Center Length in Km Width in meters Status/Remarks

1. Sto. Tomas 2.310 7.00 For upgrading
2. San Nicolas I 1.275 7.00 For upgrading
3. San Nicolas II 0.495 7.00 For upgrading
4. Sta. Lucia 1.335 7.00 For upgrading

5. San Antonio 0.260 7.00 Upgrading

6. Sta. Monica 0.390 7.00 Upgrading
Total 6.065
Coastal Barangays Length in Km. Width in Meters Status/Remarks
1. San Pedro 0.552 6.00 For upgrading
2. Malusac 0.427 6.00 For upgrading
3. Batang II 0.120 6.00 For upgrading
4. Batnag I 0.110 6.00 For upgrading
5. Sebitanan 0.153 6.00 For upgrading
6. Mabuanbuan 0.193 6.00 For upgrading
Total for coastal barangays 1.555
4.2 Bridges

Sasmuan is linked to the town of Lubao by the Sta. Lucia Bridge which is 40 meters in length. The main gateway to the

municipality is through the towns of Guagua and Lubao towns. There are two other s such as the San Pedro Hanging

bridge which is 93.00 meters, and the Sta. Monica Bridge which is 74 meters in length.

4.3 Public Transportation

The public transport system consists basically of motorboats and jeepney line networks. Jeepney is the dominant form of

public transport system in going to other towns, while pedicabs are used in the secondary and internal routes, while bancas

and motorboats are used in going to the coastal areas.

Transportation going to other province and towns of Pampanga aside from Lubao and Guagua are basically by buses plying

the national and provincial roads. There is no bus company that presently serves the community so that commuters have to

travel by jeepney to Guagua to get their bus rides to manila, Bataan, Bulacan and other provinces.

4.4 Water Transport Routes and Distances

The six islands or coastal barangays maybe reached through several water transport routes using its main resources, the
rivers and creeks. Below is the table showing the relative distances of each barangay from the town center.

The total coastline along Manila Bay is approximately 4.85 miles. Water routes are used in reaching other towns such as

Guagua, Bataan , Malabon and even Manila. The importance of water transportation cannot be undermined as they serve

as linkages among the communities and to make them accessible for the delivery of basic services and goods.

The eruption of mt. Pinatubo in 1991 has destroyed in part the navigable capacity of the rivers, particularly the Pasak-

Guagua River. Heavy siltation due to lahar flows for almost 5 years practically paralyzed the movement of water

transportation in most of the routes.

Frequent flooding has also caused the erosion of land which is aggravated by the illegal encroachment of the river by the

residents themselves . Shore protection and the riveting of rivers and creeks are deemed a necessity to counter the effects

of such losses.
 Table 4.4

Distances to and From the Town Center

Destination Distance from Town Proper

1. Brgy. Malusac 9 Kms.

2. Brgy. Sebitanan 12 Kms.

3. Brgy. Batang I 14 Kms.

4. Brgy. Batang 2 14 Kms.

5. Brgy. Mabuanbuan 15 Kms.

4.5 Water Supply System

The water supply system is being managed and provided by the Sasmuan Water District. Following is the Table showing

the water supply and its sources within the locality

 Table 4.5

Water Supply and Sources

Public Tap Water

Barangay No. of Families Artesian Wells Private Wells From the Water
District
600 22 196 235
Sto. Tomas
San Nicolas 2 378 18 90 160
San Nicolas 1 620 23 167 213
Sta. Lucia 710 28 164 250
Sta. Monica 417 22 207 50
San Antonio 390 22 70 135
San Pedro 510 15 50 0
Malusac 350 7 9 0
Sebitanan 196 11 5 0
Batang 1 56 5 4 0
Batang 2 356 4 8 0
Mabuanbuan 135 9 9 0
Total 4,718 186 979 1,043
4.6 Power Supply

Electric/ Power services are provided by the Pampanga Electric Company ( PELCO II ) For 1999, actual energy

Consumption was placed at 303,000 kwh/month with residential use at 96%, commercial at 2%, institutional at 2% and

other uses Power supply is enjoyed by all of the 12 barangays and 3 sitios but not necessarily by the whole population.
Household which have no electrical connections use kerosene lamps, candles,/gas for their lighting. As for cooking,

residents use of liquefied petroleum gas(LPG), charcoal or kerosone.

4.7 Communications

A. Postal Services

The Sasmuan Post Office is located at the town center. It is presently manned by a six-man team. Mail services cover

the entire municipality, with three (3) mail carriers undertaking the delivery of mail to local addresses. As of latest

record, the average volume of mail per month is estimated at 500 pieces for outgoing mail and some 600 pieces for

incoming mail.

B. Telegraph Facilities

Telecommunication and carrier services are not available within the municipality and can only be availed of in the
 neighboring town of Guagua.

C. Telephone Facilities

Sasmuan is served by the PLDT only. To date, there are about 59 landlines of PLDT, and some 1,500 cellular phone

subscribers of the different service providers. Majority are not able to afford the added cost of the telephone facility.

There are no available public telephones but only privately owned being leased on per call basis.

4.8 Buildings and Facilities

A. Municipal Building - a two-storey edifice which houses the legislative and executive branch of the government,

located in the poblacion built in the 1920s and renovated in 1982.

B. PNP and Municipal Trail Court Building - situated in the Poblacion, the building houses the Philippine National

Police Force on the ground floor and the Municipal trial Court at thew second floor

C. Old Market Building - a one story building which houses the Municipal Agriculturist office and some rentable

spaces.

D. DSWD Building - a one storey building located along the national road at Dalan Baba, Sta Lucia, also being used

as the Livelihood Center.

 E. OSCA Building - a one storey building located along the national road at Dalan Baba, Sta. Lucia, presently being

used as Senior Citizens Center.

F. Municipal Health Center - a one storey building located along the provincial road at San Nicolas 1.

G. Fish Market a two storey building with 22 stalls presently occupied by commercial fish brokers, located at the

Located at the poblacion and adjacent to the fish port.

H. Fish Port - a 100 meter port facility located along the Pampanga River at the poblacion area.

I. Multi-Purpose Stage and Grand Strand named after Don Lorenzo Laxamana, it is also located at the town center.

The above facilities are all prone to flooding except for the Municipal Health Center, Sr. Citizens Center and the DSWD

Building. Most of the buildings are being used for dual purposes for lack of better facilities within the locality. At present

there is no fire protection services building and the town relies on neighboring towns for their fires services requirements

B. DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

The following needs and concerns should be addressed in order to achieve the vision for Sasmuan, particularly for the

infrastructure sector. The Infrastructure sector no doubt needs to be improved to jumpstart the local economy and to
 support the various sectors in the fulfillment of goals and objectives.

1. Limited or restricted mobility of people

2. Unbalanced utilization of physical resources

a. Very minimal resident land area vis--vis fishpond area

b. Lack of commercial and industrial areas to support the fishpond industry

3. Lack of facilities to better serve the community such as water supply, communications, security and health, and open
Recreational spaces
4. Lack of comprehensive development plan for the municipality to prioritize programs and projects.

C. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

4.1 Roads and Transport System

To develop an integrated and efficient road transport system to meet the demand for mobility of people and goods,

Spur economic activity within the municipality.

4.2 Water Supply

To provide adequate and potable water supply in all barangays to improve the quality of life of people.

4.3 Power Supply

To provide adequate and affordable power supply in all barangays to enhance the social and economic aspects of the

Area.

4.4 Communications

To improve existing communication services and expand the area coverage to the coastal barangays by establishing

regular linkages between the main post office and the barangay centers.

4.5 Drainage System and Flood Control

Prevention of soil erosion through an efficient drainage system and flow of river tributaries to minimize the occurrence

of floods during the rainy season.

4.6 Development of Bangkong Malapad an islet off the coast of Sasmuan within its territorial waters, to increase

economic activity in Sasmuan.

D. STRATEGIES

4.1 Close coordination with the line agencies to be able to align local priority programs with those of the national

4.2 Encourage private sector participation in the implementation of programs and projects through the BOT or joint venture

Schemes, or turkey arrangements ( i.e. for telecommunications etc. )

4.3 Spearhead studies for alternative options of water supply source, power supply and other utility needs.

4.4 Funds sourcing and networking with foreign institutions and non-government organization to help implement the
programs.

4.5 Conduct of regular information dissemination regarding water and sanitation including proper waste disposal.

4.6 Legislate local ordinances to help implement rules and regulations pertinent to the encroachment on rivers and creeks.

4.7 Gain local revenues and maximize resources through the proper conversion of land ( Bangkong Malapad ).

E. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS

By the end of the planning, the following target projects shall have been realized, to wit:

4.1 Roads

To increase the ratio of road network vis--vis the total land area to the desired level based on the required planning
 Standard, by the end of the fifth year of the planning period.

4.2 Transport System

To develop and improve mini ports in all the barangays in close coordination with the DOTC and the Philippine
ports Authority.

To provide each and every barangay with speedboats to improve mobility and communication.

To improve bus and jeepney services in coming to and from the nearby towns and provinces through private sector

Participation.

4.3 Water Supply

To supply all the barangays with adequate and potable water either through piped water, artesian or deep wells by the
end of the planning period.

To improve the quality of water in the existing supplied areas through constant and regular testing and monitoring of
Water.

4.4 Communications

To provide each and every barangay with one public telephone, or radio facility by the end of year 2004.

To provide and install one Mail box in each barangay by the end of year 2004.

To develop an efficient communication system through organized and systematic zone areas.
 4.5 Drainage and Flood Control

To strengthen coordination work with national line agencies such as the DPWH to align local recommendations with

those of the national agencies.

To relive rivers and creeks of illegal settlements and encroachments through the legislation of social ordinances banning

illegal settlement over a mandatory easement of 3.00 meters to 6.00 meters along the river banks and esteros.

to conduct public awareness programs regarding proper waste disposal to minimize dumping on rivers and creeks in

support of flood control measures.

4.7 Development of Bangkong Malapad.

1. To establish jurisdiction and municipal dominion over the property through land survey and researches

2. To seek legal remedies and strategies to fully implement the plan.

3. T seek local and national technical and financial support for the project.

4. To encourage private sector participation in the development and maximize revenues for the municipality.
VOLUME 1 :

SOCIO-ECONOMIC PROFILE

Chapter 5 : ENVIRONMENT SECTOR

5.0 Introduction

The integrated of the environment aspect into the socio-economic process is vital to optimize the allocation, utilization and

development of the municipalitys natural resources without compromising the integrity of the environment.

the existing pressures being exerted, knowingly by majority of the stakeholders will take their toll on the environment if not
properly

addressed and at the right time by all concerned. A growing awareness would be helpful, but the real factor that will matter is thei

action and attitude towards the preservation and maintenance of vital elements.

It is in this light that the above-mentioned pressures be identified and assessed by the local administration to preserve the natural

environment, and thereafter to improve the quality of life of all its residents.

Rational planning through sustainable development is called for. This means development without destruction and will not

compromise the life support functions of natural systems. Sasmuan is one municipality that does not only suffer from the natural
effects of environmental malpractice of people but more specifically by the natural disasters that had been experienced such as th

volcanic eruption of Mt. Pinatubo, and the regular effects of the high and tides due to their proximity to the rivers.

the local administration has identified some major problems that directly affect their everyday lives.

A. STATUS OF DEVELOPMENT

5.1 Drainage System and Flood Control

At present the municipality heavily relies on surface run-off due to inadequacy of the existing drainage systems which are

built along some of the major roads in the town center. However, the rivers had been the repository of lahar during the past

ten years because of the eruption Mt. Pinatubo, rendering the entire town center inundated during the wet season and high tide.
the town heavily relies on the Department of Public Works and Highways to conduct dredging operations.

the local administration has no capacity of its own to do dredging works. Private citizens such as fishpond owners undertake

from time voluntary dredging work as the lahar flows posed danger to their livelihood source. As for the drainage system, the

municipality has yet to construct an integrated drainage system for the whole town, or even for the six inland barangays.
5.2 Sanitation and Waste Management

A. Sewage Treatment Plant

At present households still resort to the use of septic tanks in the waste disposal . There is no adequate nor present
system of

sewerage disposal system. Septic tanks are used by households and are drainage straight to the drainage lines, and

therefore to the rivers and creeks. Some households are incapable of building their own septic tanks and dispose of their

waters directly to the rivers and creeks.

B. Solid Waste Management

The town has identified a dumping area in barangay Sta. Lucia. There is only one truck servicing the community with
four

personnel undertaking the job. Waste segregation is presently being implemented in some households. Seminars had
been c

no. of households that dutifully segregates wastes are still not that substantial to resolve the garbage problem.

Island barangays still employ the old method of buying or burning their wastes on the ground. Some just dump theirs on

the river and creeks. It maybe conducted that there is still no clear and concrete program for garbage disposal.

5.3 Lahar and Other Environmental Hazards

 Lahar deposits that resulted from the volcanic eruption of Mt. Pinatubo in 1990 are still the greatest hazard that the

municipality is facing , along side with soil erosion due to the heavy rains and tidal changes. The illegal squatting and

encroachment of some fishpond owner s and their tenants is also one problem. The absence of regulations and the inability t

to control are also factors to be considered.

Because of heavy siltation and clogging due to unrelenting dumping of wastes into the rivers, the capacity to prevent flooding

has been lost.

5.4 Land Availability and Land Use Conflicts

The unbalanced utilization of lands will have to be ultimately addressed to pursue economic and social growth for the

community the growing population may not be a problem at first glance but the time will come the population growth will

have to catch up with land requirements particularly for residential and commercial activities. The conversion of agricultural
lands to other more

productive uses will have to studied in light of the legal as well as economic aspects. The local administration will having

Resort to every diplomatic to somehow very drastic strategies in order to execute and implement changes. Consultation are

therefore necessary.
 5.5 Pressure on Critical Ecosystems

The municipality possesses a considerable area of mangroves, which serve as buffers against soil erosion. At present there is

no clear-cut program to deal with this vast resource. Decisions have to be made and public consultations undertaken on

wether to sacrifice the existing mangroves or to conserve them for diversified ecological functions.

At present though, there is an on-going program by the municipality that addresses the mangroves preservation, that is the

Mangroves Reforestation Program under the Sustainable Development Program and Rehabilitation to avoid the depletion of

the said natural resource.

B. DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

The municipality of Sasmuan needs to consider the following areas/issues and concerns pertinent to the environment sector.
 1. Absence of an integrated drainage and flood control system
2. Absence of an effective and comprehensive solid waste management system and sewage treatment plant.

3. Absence of laws on encroachments

4. An enhanced policy or program for the mangroves and other ecological aspects.

5. Lack of an effective disaster mitigating measures/ program.

C. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

1. Development of ecologically oriented programs and projects for a flood- free garbage and population-free

municipality.

2. Formulation of laws and implementation plan regarding encroachments.

D. STRATEGIES
 Formulation of laws and implementation plan regarding encroachments. Garbage dumping and other population

covering action. Conversion of present land uses to more productive ones through sustainable development.

E. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS

1. Implementation of a tree planting program on a municipality-wide level

2. Strict enforcement of anti-population measures with relative sanctions.

3. Conduct of land mapping surveys to determine easements and encroachment and administrative boundaries of

the municipality

4. Intensified coordination with agencies with expertise on disaster mitigation measures/programs

VOLUME 1
 CHAPTER 6: DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION

6.0 Introduction

The present organizational set-up of the local government of Sasmuan is divided into two distinct branches, the executive branch

and the legislative branch of government.

6.1 The Executive Branch of the Local Governance

The executive branch of the municipality is composed of nine departments headed by the Municipal Mayor Honorable

Catalina C. Bagasina , from whom emanates the entire executive authority and responsibilities. The following are the

respective functions of each of the nine (9) departments, presently comprising the municipal offices.

Department/ offices Functions

Exercise management, direction and supervision of the Mayors staff, special projects, and
Office of the Municipal Mayor External activities.

Office of the Vice Mayor
Office of the Municipal Engineer
Office of the Assessor
Office of the Agriculture Office
Office of the Municipal Planning and
Development Coordinator
Office of the Budget Officer
Office of the Health Office
Office of the Social Welfare Officer
Office of the Local Government Officer
6.2 Legislative Branch of Governance
6.2.1 The Sangguniang Bayan
Assists in the direction, control and management off the Municipality through the
Legislative Branch of Government.
Provide engineering services to the LGU concerned including infrastructure public works,
and other engineering matters
In charge of the implementation of all assessments appraisal of properties, including
commercial, maintains a system of real property assessment and tax mapping, etc.
In charge of the over-all supervision and monitoring including technical assistance to the
residents in matters relating to fishing, farming, etc.
Formulates an integrated socio-economic, environmental and spatial plans in a manner
consistent with the policies and programs of the municipality.
Consolidates and analyzes documents pertaining to budget proposals, and allocation of
Funds to the various offices of the LGU
Promotes the effective delivery of a social welfare programs to the constituents.
Administers the delivery of social welfare programs and basic services to the constituents.
Coordinates with the national agencies regarding the needs of the LGU and assists in the
over-all formulation of programs and projects for the LGU.
The Vice Mayor presides over the Sanggunian. The Legislative is composed of the Vice- Mayor, the regular council members

Such as the Nine (9) councilors and one SK Federation President. In addition, the councilors perform their duties as chairpersons

Or vice chairpersons or members of the different committees of the Municipal Planning and Development Council of the MPDC.

The following are the Municipal Councilors, and two other members of the MPDC, to wit;

a. Mary Grace Manabat

b. Carmina S. Alejo

c. Mozart P. Panlaqui

d. Ruby N. Panlaqui

e. Roel R. Culala

f. Homer B. Sunga

g. Luciano L. Gatdula

h. Celerino M. Velasco

i. Renato A. Banting, ABC President

j. Fernando C. Baltazar SK Federation President

6.3 The Barangays

The basic political unit, the barangay serves as the primary planning and implementing unit of government policies programs and

Plans in the community. It is the forum wherein collective views of people maybe expressed, crystallized and be given due course

And where contending interests maybe settled. The Local Government Code of 1991 gave the barangays more latitude and

Independence in the performance of their tasks. They are therefore mandated to exercise authority in their areas of responsibility

In terms of ensuring the peace and order, public safety, liberty and protection of life and property. The operation of the barangays

Is funded from various sources such as the Internal Revenue Allotment ( IRA, 20% from national taxes), Community Tax ( 50%

Of the community tax collected through the office of the Office of the Treasurer ), and Real property Tax ( 30% of the real

Property tax is distributed among component barangays; 50% accrues to the barangay where the property is located , and 50%

Accrues equally to all component Barangays of the municipality. ) The following are the Barangay captains of each of the

Barangays;
 a. Renato A. Banting - Sto. Tomas

b. Rogelio Navarro - San Nicolas 2

c. Ronaldo Pinlac - San Nicolas 1

d. Johnny Castro - Sta. Lucia

e. Bartolome Cabrera - Sta. Monica

f. Domingo Saldi - San Antonio

g. Alexander Lagman - San Pedro

h. Pedro Pena - Malusac

i. Arthuro Tungul - Sebitanan

j. Andress Baltazar - Batang 1

k. Romeo Turla - Batang 2

l. Salvador Guevarra - Mabuanbuan

6.4 The Municipal Budget 2001-2002

 6.4.1 Income

Internal Revenue Allotment Php 17,995,112.00

Local Source 4,624,500.00

TOTAL 6.4.1 22,619,612.00

6.4.2 Expenditures

Personnel Services Php 12,430,744.00

MOOE 1,620,400.00

Capital Outlay 428,600.00

Non-Office Expenses 2,246,000.00

Sub Total 16,941,744.00

Urbanized Areas LAND USE DISTRIBUTION

 MUNICIPALITY OF SASMUAN
PROVINCE OF PAMPANGA

DEASCRIPTION EXISTING % PROPSED % VARIANCE

( in Has ) (in Has. ) ( in Has. )

RESIDENTIAL 22.1488 68.45 29.3388 38.18 7.1900

COMMERCIAL 0.7000 2.16 26.7700 34.84 26.0700

INSTITUTIONAL 4.9000 15.14 9.6800 12.60 4.7800

PARKS AND 0.1350 0.42 0.9350 1.217 0.8000

RECREATION

ROAD 4.4758 13.83 10.118 13.16 5.6360

NETWORK

TOTA L 32.3596 100.00 76.8356 100.00 44.4760

FIGURES UNDER THE PROPOSED LAND USE INCLDE APPROXIMATE AREA

COVERD BY THE PROPOSED COMMERCIAL AND CIVIC CENTER
6.4.3 Budgetary Requirements

20% Community Development Fund 3,591,022.00

5% Reserve Calamity Fund 905,734.00

2% Discretional Fund 7,000.00

Sub Total 4,503,756.00

Total Items 6.4.2. & 6.4.3. 21,445,500.00

Unappropriated Balance 1,174,112.00