5th Telecom Board Meeting
Republic of the Philippines
TELECOM BOARD
OLONGAPO CITY
5th Telecom Board Meeting with Mayor James “Bong” Gordon, Jr.
and NTC Region III Regional Director
February 18, 2005, 4:00 PM
Session Hall and Mayor’s Office
PRESENT:
Hon. James “Bong” Gordon, Jr. City Mayor
Hon. Edwin J. Piano Chairman
Mr. Leonardo C.Perez Member (Telecommunications Expert)
Engr. German E. Ebue Member (Electronics & Communications Expert)
Mr. Danilo J. Piano Member (IT Expert)
Engr. Oliver C. Macaspac Director- NTC Region III
Engr. Wilson O. Lejarde Licensing and Law Enforcement Division Officer
Mr. Mark Anthony M. Orpiano Board Secretariat
Mr. Jerico Ballon Legislative Assistant, City Council
EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF MEETING
1. The meeting was called to order 4:15 PM .
2. Hon. Edwin J. Piano discussed to Engineer Oliver C. Macaspac, NTC Regional Director and Engr. Wilson O. Lejarde, Licensing and Law Enforcement Division Officer the newly created Olongapo City Telecommunications Board and its functions. He also confer the implementation of “One Rate, One Province” policy as mandated by National Telecommunications Commission which was not implemented in the city since its effectivity.
3. The Chairman also reported that out of more than 40 Telecommunication Towers in Olongapo City, only five have Permits and none of the Telecommunication Company in Olongapo City is paying Real Property Tax.
4. Hon. Edwin J. Piano confers with NTC about complaints regarding malicious text on Cellphones and Chat TV Channel of STV6 that the board has been receiving. Director Oliver C. Macaspac declared that he would provide a copy of list of blocked Sim Cards from 2003 – 2004 due to theft, snatching, loss, and/or malicious texting. He also mentioned that once cell phone users received malicious texts, they should gather the necessary information such as date and time those malicious texts were received to help the Telecom Board and NTC in monitoring and fighting against these malevolent acts.
5. Director Macaspac informed Olongapo City Telecommunications Board that complaints or any related issues regarding Telecommunications can be forwarded to National Telecommunications Commission-Region III every Thursday of the week via fax or email. He further suggest that written complaints must be notarized.
6. The Chairman also informed Director Macaspac that STV 6 is operating TV programs and at the same time solicit advertisements without proper permits. The Mayor also inquire to Director Macaspac if STV 6 is allowed to operate TV station and solicit advertisements. Director Macaspac informed the body that STV6 is only allowed to operate a community channel. He suggests that the board conduct a preliminary study regarding CATV/STV6 operation.
7. In this regard, Hon. Edwin J. Piano states that the board will be conducting a study regarding applications for additional telecom providers, ISPs and CATV in the City to be able to create heathy competition for the benefit of the people of Olongapo
8. Hon. Edwin J. Piano reported that the Telecommunication Companies operating in Olongapo City are using the facilities and spaces of the city government without properly informing and compensating the city.
9. Engineer Macaspac stated that he would provide a copy from DOH that cell sites or towers are not hazardous as per DOH concern unless the cell sites or towers collapse.
10. Hon. Edwin J. Piano made follow-up on pending materials request for PABX 3rd Phase and Phone Installation to Public Market, Fire Department,. etc. to Mayor James “Bong” Gordon, Jr. he also informed the mayor the Difference between Operator Assisted Calls and NDD / Touch Card
11. Hon Edwin J. Piano brought out to Mayor James “Bong” Gordon, Jr. the need of Telecom Board for a permanent Lawyer that will serve as a legal adviser. Mayor Gordon recommended Atty. Mendoza to be the Legal Adviser of the Telecom Board and suggested to draft a letter requesting for a Lawyer.
12. Mr. Leonardo C. Perez reported existing City Telecom Ordinance and Resolutions that needs to be implemented and monitored to ensure that public safety and revenues due to the city are being collected.
13. Engr. German E. Ebue reported that Telecom Company in the City is not paying Franchise Tax to the City. He cite the case PLDT VS Davao City where in the Supreme Court rule that Telecom company must pay franchise tax to LGU’s even they have National Franchise. He also cites the Bureau of Local Government Finance Reversal ruling regarding Local Franchise Tax of Telecom providers.
14. Engr. German E. Ebue updates the Mayor on PABX project. He also informed the Mayor the need for Direct Inward Dialing (DID) so that the people will dial one or two numbers only like 222-GAPO (4276) or 223- GAPO (4276) that will automatically hunt available number and connect to all department
15. Mayor James “Bong’ Gordon, Jr. advised the Telecom Board to monitor and provide photos regarding dilapidated electric poles and improperly installed wires and submit to him for inspection.
16. Hon. Edwin J. Piano reported that SBMA board have already ruled out that the freeport is now open for new Telecommunications provider and that Subictel’s exclusive operation in now void. While Mr. Danny J. Piano reported, that Mr. Dennis Uy is interested in providing CATV Business in the City. Mr. Piano also suggests the board meet with Mr. Uy. The Mayor suggests inviting One Telecom provider at a time so that the telecom business will not suffer.
17. Hon. Edwin J. Piano suggested reviewing the existing Joint Pole agreement between the City Government and CATV, PILTEL and other Telecom Provider and set a meeting with the said pole users. Mr. Perez then suggests getting the total number of poles to be able to compute the amount to be collected.
18. Mayor Gordon suggests to the Telecom Board to document all revenues collected thru the effort of the Board and report the same during the Flag Ceremony.
19. Mayor Gordon advised the Telecom Board to acquire an honorarium while waiting for the budget for the Telecom consultants. In this regard, Chairman Piano suggests to the Mayor that Barangay Grievances Board funds be use for the suggested honorarium since BGB is inactive.
20. Calendar of next meeting February 28, 2005.
21. With no other matter to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 6:05 pm.
Prepared by:
Mark Anthony Orpiano
and Jerico Ballon
Secretariat
TELECOM BOARD
OLONGAPO CITY
5th Telecom Board Meeting with Mayor James “Bong” Gordon, Jr.
and NTC Region III Regional Director
February 18, 2005, 4:00 PM
Session Hall and Mayor’s Office
PRESENT:
Hon. James “Bong” Gordon, Jr. City Mayor
Hon. Edwin J. Piano Chairman
Mr. Leonardo C.Perez Member (Telecommunications Expert)
Engr. German E. Ebue Member (Electronics & Communications Expert)
Mr. Danilo J. Piano Member (IT Expert)
Engr. Oliver C. Macaspac Director- NTC Region III
Engr. Wilson O. Lejarde Licensing and Law Enforcement Division Officer
Mr. Mark Anthony M. Orpiano Board Secretariat
Mr. Jerico Ballon Legislative Assistant, City Council
EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF MEETING
1. The meeting was called to order 4:15 PM .
2. Hon. Edwin J. Piano discussed to Engineer Oliver C. Macaspac, NTC Regional Director and Engr. Wilson O. Lejarde, Licensing and Law Enforcement Division Officer the newly created Olongapo City Telecommunications Board and its functions. He also confer the implementation of “One Rate, One Province” policy as mandated by National Telecommunications Commission which was not implemented in the city since its effectivity.
3. The Chairman also reported that out of more than 40 Telecommunication Towers in Olongapo City, only five have Permits and none of the Telecommunication Company in Olongapo City is paying Real Property Tax.
4. Hon. Edwin J. Piano confers with NTC about complaints regarding malicious text on Cellphones and Chat TV Channel of STV6 that the board has been receiving. Director Oliver C. Macaspac declared that he would provide a copy of list of blocked Sim Cards from 2003 – 2004 due to theft, snatching, loss, and/or malicious texting. He also mentioned that once cell phone users received malicious texts, they should gather the necessary information such as date and time those malicious texts were received to help the Telecom Board and NTC in monitoring and fighting against these malevolent acts.
5. Director Macaspac informed Olongapo City Telecommunications Board that complaints or any related issues regarding Telecommunications can be forwarded to National Telecommunications Commission-Region III every Thursday of the week via fax or email. He further suggest that written complaints must be notarized.
6. The Chairman also informed Director Macaspac that STV 6 is operating TV programs and at the same time solicit advertisements without proper permits. The Mayor also inquire to Director Macaspac if STV 6 is allowed to operate TV station and solicit advertisements. Director Macaspac informed the body that STV6 is only allowed to operate a community channel. He suggests that the board conduct a preliminary study regarding CATV/STV6 operation.
7. In this regard, Hon. Edwin J. Piano states that the board will be conducting a study regarding applications for additional telecom providers, ISPs and CATV in the City to be able to create heathy competition for the benefit of the people of Olongapo
8. Hon. Edwin J. Piano reported that the Telecommunication Companies operating in Olongapo City are using the facilities and spaces of the city government without properly informing and compensating the city.
9. Engineer Macaspac stated that he would provide a copy from DOH that cell sites or towers are not hazardous as per DOH concern unless the cell sites or towers collapse.
10. Hon. Edwin J. Piano made follow-up on pending materials request for PABX 3rd Phase and Phone Installation to Public Market, Fire Department,. etc. to Mayor James “Bong” Gordon, Jr. he also informed the mayor the Difference between Operator Assisted Calls and NDD / Touch Card
11. Hon Edwin J. Piano brought out to Mayor James “Bong” Gordon, Jr. the need of Telecom Board for a permanent Lawyer that will serve as a legal adviser. Mayor Gordon recommended Atty. Mendoza to be the Legal Adviser of the Telecom Board and suggested to draft a letter requesting for a Lawyer.
12. Mr. Leonardo C. Perez reported existing City Telecom Ordinance and Resolutions that needs to be implemented and monitored to ensure that public safety and revenues due to the city are being collected.
13. Engr. German E. Ebue reported that Telecom Company in the City is not paying Franchise Tax to the City. He cite the case PLDT VS Davao City where in the Supreme Court rule that Telecom company must pay franchise tax to LGU’s even they have National Franchise. He also cites the Bureau of Local Government Finance Reversal ruling regarding Local Franchise Tax of Telecom providers.
14. Engr. German E. Ebue updates the Mayor on PABX project. He also informed the Mayor the need for Direct Inward Dialing (DID) so that the people will dial one or two numbers only like 222-GAPO (4276) or 223- GAPO (4276) that will automatically hunt available number and connect to all department
15. Mayor James “Bong’ Gordon, Jr. advised the Telecom Board to monitor and provide photos regarding dilapidated electric poles and improperly installed wires and submit to him for inspection.
16. Hon. Edwin J. Piano reported that SBMA board have already ruled out that the freeport is now open for new Telecommunications provider and that Subictel’s exclusive operation in now void. While Mr. Danny J. Piano reported, that Mr. Dennis Uy is interested in providing CATV Business in the City. Mr. Piano also suggests the board meet with Mr. Uy. The Mayor suggests inviting One Telecom provider at a time so that the telecom business will not suffer.
17. Hon. Edwin J. Piano suggested reviewing the existing Joint Pole agreement between the City Government and CATV, PILTEL and other Telecom Provider and set a meeting with the said pole users. Mr. Perez then suggests getting the total number of poles to be able to compute the amount to be collected.
18. Mayor Gordon suggests to the Telecom Board to document all revenues collected thru the effort of the Board and report the same during the Flag Ceremony.
19. Mayor Gordon advised the Telecom Board to acquire an honorarium while waiting for the budget for the Telecom consultants. In this regard, Chairman Piano suggests to the Mayor that Barangay Grievances Board funds be use for the suggested honorarium since BGB is inactive.
20. Calendar of next meeting February 28, 2005.
21. With no other matter to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 6:05 pm.
Prepared by:
Mark Anthony Orpiano
and Jerico Ballon
Secretariat
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