Official uniform for security guards in Boracay still in floating status

Posted January 17, 2015

Written by Bert Dalida

The Official uniform for security guards in Boracay is still in floating status.

This is why different security agencies in the island constantly wear their own type of unofficial uniform.

Based on the information, another meeting is set for the security agencies and the Security Agencies and Guards Unit (SAGU) before its full implementation.

It will be recalled that last year, SAGU Chief-PSupt. Condrado Carganillo called for a meeting with the security agencies to settle some issues regarding the uniform.

Carganillo gave those agencies three months to implement the official uniform.

Based on their agreement, security guards will be wearing a black bull cap, gray t-shirt, black short pants and rubber shoes, gold color name cloth with their agencies name.

Meanwhile, because of the official uniform is yet to be implemented, security guards in the island can be mistakenly identified as a Boracay Police or a lawyer, making some island tourist wonder.

Malay tops Aklan Festivals Parade and Higante Contest

Posted January 16, 2015

Written by Gloria Villas

Apparently the Pope Francis arrival dish up as a blessing for the municipality of Malay as it clinched as 1st place in Best in Higante and Best in Mass Presentation.

Hence, spectators and guest were very happy as well while witnessing the parade as this giant Pope Francis image is very much alike to the original pope when he arrives at the Villamor Air Base yesterday.

In this regard, DepEd Malay Public Schools District Supervisor Jessie Flores said that it is not just the honor of the Malaynons but of all Aklanons.

Furthermore, this show also captures the national scene as it was featured in the two prominent news channels in the country.

Meanwhile, it also became viral on social networking sites.

More than 16 cruise ships to visit Boracay this 2015

Posted January 15, 2015

Written by Bert Dalida

More than 16 cruise ships are expected to visit the island of Boracay this 2015.

This was confirmed by Aklan Provincial Tourism Operations Officer Carina Ruiz in relation to this year’s 1.7-M tourist arrival target of the Aklan Provincial Government.

The Department of Tourism Boracay Sub-Office meanwhile confirmed the arrival of new cruise ships in the island, namely MS Celebrity Century, SeaBourn So Journ, L’Austral, Seven Seas Voyager, Legend of the Seas, and Silver Shadow.

Some cruise ships like MS Europa II, MS Super Star Aquarius and MS Costa Atlantica are expected to revisit the island.

With these cruise ships, Ruiz said that the tourist arrival target for this year was raised to 1.7 Million.

It can be recalled that the 1.5 million tourist arrival last 2014 was not met due to weather disturbance and typhoons, and China’s travel ban to the Philippines.

SB Malay deliberates Municipal traffic code

Posted January 15, 2015

Written by Jay-ar M. Arante

The Sangguniang Bayan of Malay recently deliberated the municipal traffic code of Malay and the island of Boracay.

It was discussed, Tuesday, during the 2^nd Regular SB Session in Malay lead by the Chairman of Transportation and SB member Leal Gelito.

Based on the traffic code, the operation of truck in the island will be regulated so as not to affect the traffic especially during the class adjournment students.

Included to the discussion is the operation of public vehicles, tourist buses and tricycles in Boracay including in mainland Malay.

Meanwhile, according to Gelito it is subject to long discussion in order to get better implementation of the traffic code in the town of Malay.

Speedy processing of Mayor’s permits sought

Posted January 14, 2015

Written by Gloria Villas

It was a busy operation for the Municipality of Malay this year.

For these dates’ motions is the renewal of permits for business establishments and employees requirements in the municipality especially in the island of Boracay.

In this regard, the Local Government Unit (LGU) Malay will expect a speedy process and advice respective business establishment to renew their permits as soon as possible.

Malay Administrator Godofredo Sadiasa suggest that to avoid hustles, “it’s better to ask their office first if there are any problems or needs to be adjust for a smooth processing.”

“The team has established a systematic flow to hasten the renewal of permits for both businesses and employees.” He added.

Although, each year they are having extension, Sadiasa patently said that requirements should be prepared beforehand to avoid bundles.

Meanwhile, he admitted that they are now restricting the island of Boracay because of some erring traders.

Thus, business establishment owners are also free to contact the LGU Offices for inquiries and also to avoid penalties.

On the other hand, employees are now forth getting some needed documents while bringing the following needed requirements for year 2015.