The Regional Project Monitoring Committee (RPMC) IX has conducted its CY 2026 2nd Quarter Executive Field Monitoring Visit to assess several high-impact public infrastructure projects across Zamboanga City.
The initiative was designed to ensure transparency and accountability while promoting the timely completion of essential government works. By conducting rigorous on-site inspections, the committee aimed to verify the root causes of project delays and help local stakeholders address specific bottlenecks hindering development.
Inter-Agency Collaboration for Oversight
The monitoring effort was spearheaded by Maria Felicidad R. Guerrero, the RPMC IX Chairperson and Regional Director of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev).
The joint team included representatives from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region IX, specifically Engr. Mohammad Ungad and Engr. Mc Allen Barrientos. They were joined by committee members from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) IX, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) IX, and Private Sector Representatives (PSR).
officials from the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Zamboanga City participated to help resolve operational and community-level concerns that may impact project timelines.
Key Projects Under Review
The inspection team evaluated projects implemented by various agencies, including DPWH IX and several educational and utility institutions. Major projects inspected include:
- Philippine Ports Authority (PPA PMO ZC): The Port Terminal Management Contract (PTMC) and the construction of a Passenger Terminal Building.
- Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU): The construction of the Gregorio Vitali Campus, an ICT Building (Phase 2), and a Rubberized Track Oval Facility with Mini Grandstand.
- Western Mindanao State University (WMSU): The renovation and addition of a second floor for the College of Architecture, and a dormitory for the WMSU College of Agriculture at the San Ramon Campus.
- Zamboanga City Water District (ZCWD): The 50MLD Bulk Water Supply System.
Implications for Regional Development
The active involvement of DILG Region IX and its partner agencies reflects a commitment to the efficient use of public funds. By identifying bottlenecks in real-time, the government may be better positioned to deliver vital infrastructure to the Zamboanga Peninsula without unnecessary delays.
Moving forward, the findings from this second-quarter visit could lead to adjusted timelines or corrective actions for the inspected sites. Such oversight is likely to increase the pressure on implementing agencies to meet their construction milestones for the remainder of the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who led the RPMC IX monitoring visit?
The team was spearheaded by Maria Felicidad R. Guerrero, who serves as the RPMC IX Chairperson and Regional Director of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev).
What was the primary purpose of the inspection?
The visit aimed to monitor construction progress, identify the root causes of delays, and assist State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and local stakeholders in resolving bottlenecks to ensure transparency and accountability.
Which institutions had projects inspected during the visit?
Projects were inspected from the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA PMO ZC), Zamboanga Peninsula Polytechnic State University (ZPPSU), Western Mindanao State University (WMSU), and the Zamboanga City Water District (ZCWD), as well as projects implemented by DPWH IX.
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