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TUPAD PAYOUT

PRESS RELEASE Congresswoman Cindi King-Chan and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) distributed P4,350 in assistance to each of the 855 listed TUPAD beneficiaries, for a total of P3,719,250.00. TUPAD is the "Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD)" program, which provides emergency employment for displaced, underemployed, and seasonal workers for a minimum period of 10 days. The 855 beneficiaries, who are barangay residents, lost their jobs for various reasons. The last to get his assistance is 42-year-old Alan Sumalinog from Sitio Sudtunggan, Barangay Basak. He was the last, when all the beneficiaries were already there because he could not stand long in line. "Maghangos ko, maghuot akong dughan, ug dali ko kapoyon," he said.

The former painter of a furniture company now survives on the meager salary of his wife, a seamstress. His frequent exposure to paints and chemicals in his former work took its toll on his health, as he was hospitalized then. His company’s medical insurance paid all these, but when he lost his job, he could no longer afford his medical bills. "Di ko mapalit ang tanang pito ka tambal nga gireseta sa ako sa doctor, kay wala na man koy kwarta," he said. One of the staff, Berlito Edradan Jr., advised him to see a doctor at the City hospital for a medical examination and then bring his doctor’s prescription to Congresswoman Cindi King-Chan’s office.

Edradan is the congresswoman’s project consultant. Once assessed and approved by the office, Sumalinog will receive medical assistance from the Congresswoman. The Office of the Congresswoman is providing medical assistance to those who are in need. Requirements must be submitted during weekday office hours as the social worker interviews the patient. Once approved, the release of assistance is set for Friday. Minimum medical assistance is P2,000, while maximum assistance is P10,000, depending on the assessment of the social worker. PIO

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Turn-over and blessing of Tingo causeway and Groundbreaking of Sabang Elementary School

PRESS RELEASE Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan and Congresswoman Cindi King-Chan poured millions into infrastructure projects in two barangays on Olango Island. Mayor Chan said, aside from these two infrastructure projects, more development projects are underway on Olango Island. Mayor Chan and Cong Cindi led the formal opening of Barangay Tingo Causeway, which is jointly funded by the local government unit and the Congressional district fund of Cong Cindi.

The P46.997 million causeway is sourced from Cong. Chan's congressional allocations, while the 95-meter roadway, which complements the causeway and is worth P7.5 million, is funded by the city government. These two projects in Tingo had long been bid out and awarded years ago. Tingo Barangay Captain Audie Flores thanked Mayor Chan and Cong. Cindi, as this causeway is a big boost to their economy. He said it will ease the transport of goods in their community and tourist arrivals in their barangay. Barangay Captain Flores is challenged by his brother, Dr. Cipriano Flores, a former councilor and city health officer. The causeway project is implemented by the DPWH 6th District Engineering Office through private contractor PhilAsia Resources and Development Corporation.

The event was also attended by City Engineer Perla Amar and city councilors Joseph Pangatungan, Celestino Aying, Climaco Tatoy, Annabeth Cuizon, Emilio Galaroza, and Joergen Eyas-Booc were also present. After the causeway opened, Mayor Ahong and Cong. Cindi went straight to barangay Sabang for the ground-breaking of a P30 million-worth 4-story, 8-classroom school building in Sabang Elementary School. School Admin Officer Elmarie Igoy said their school is the home of 900+ pupils, managed by 27 teachers.

Construction of the school building will be undertaken by the DPWH 6th District Engineering Office through a private contractor, Vanguard Builders. Before the ground-breaking Cong. Cindi, DepEd City Superintendent Marilyn Andales, Engr. Luisito Longcob of Vanguard, Elementary School Head Roel Versales, and DPWH 6th DEO Representative Engr. Christian Rhey Llevado made the ceremonial signing of the plans. Mayor Chan said this is a back-to-back school project in barangay Sabang, as a 4-story school building is ongoing in Suba-Sabang Elementary School, also in the same barangay.

“Dako kaayo ang among pasalamat ni Cong. Cindi ug ni Mayor Chan nga niabot ning project, ug sa ilang adbokasiya sa edukasyon,” said Student Parent Teachers Association (SPTA) president Jhobert Sabang, whose family name is similar to the barangay. With the concurrence of Superintendent Andales, Mayor Chan announced that the city will establish Sabang National High. Parents present and teachers met the announcement with loud applause and joyful cheers. “Dili na maglakaw ang atong mga anak para mo eskuyla sa high school sa Sta. Rosa,” the mayor told the cheerful crowd. The mayor said the city is now pooling funds in preparation for the P91 million road project for the entire Olango island. PIO

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Profiling of beneficiaries of TUPAD, or “Tulong Pangkabuhayan Alang sa mga Displaced” workers.

PRESS RELEASE The Office of Congresswoman Cindi King-Chan conducted a profiling of beneficiaries of TUPAD, or “Tulong Pangkabuhayan Alang sa mga Displaced” workers. The profiling activities, held at the City Sports Gym on Friday, are intended for the P1 million fund allocation for TUPAD beneficiaries through the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).

Julieta Soon, assistant program coordinator, said each TUPAD beneficiary will work for 10 days in her barangay and will receive a total of P4,680, or P468 daily. She said the daily rate was increased from the previous P435 per day due to the rising cost of basic commodities. The P1 million is Tingog Partylist fund allocation, coursed through the Alangang Tingog Center (ATC) here in the city, with the assistance of the staff of Lapu-Lapu City Lone District Representative, Cong.

Cindi King-Chan. Today, TUPAD staff processed 204 female beneficiaries. Soon, after processing their documents, the papers will be sent to DOLE. The labor department will then call qualified beneficiaries for orientation and processing of their insurance. Beneficiaries will then be sent to work in their assigned areas to plant and clean the streets. They will then receive their pay after 10 days of work. PIO

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Pink October 2024

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Lapu-Lapu City Lone District Representative Cindi King-Chan formally launched “Pink October,” a month dedicated to breast cancer awareness and prevention, with a series of activities and free screenings and check-ups on Monday, September 30th.
 
“Ang importante early detection, magpakabana, dili mahadlok ug magpa-check up," Cong. Cindi emphasized during the flag ceremony with City employees.
 
She also encouraged individuals diagnosed with cancer to seek immediate medical intervention, noting that early detection can be lifesaving. Cong. Cindi shared that her own mother was a cancer survivor, having been diagnosed early with stage 2 cancer and receiving treatment promptly.
 
The formal launch of “Pink October” took place on October 1. This marked the start of simultaneous free check-ups and screenings for breast cancer at all Barangay Health Centers, City Hospital, and the City Health Office.
 
Additionally, on October 1, there was a Zumba session held at 4:30 PM at the Liberty Shrine in Mactan, followed by a pink lighting ceremony of the Datu Lapulapu statue at 5:30 PM in celebration of the month-long campaign.
 
“Our office is always open to provide guarantee letters for free ultrasound and mammogram services, which are available in all major hospitals—both public and private,” said Cong. Cindi. This offer extends to everyone, not just indigent patients. She reminded individuals to bring their prescriptions for further check-up assistance.
 
Furthermore, she announced that all City office employees will be wearing pink every Friday throughout October as a show of support and solidarity.
 
“Ang early detection maoy yawe, o key, para maka-survive ta aning usa sa pinaka-dakong mortality rate labi na sa mga kababayen-an,” Cong. Cindi reiterated.

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the construction of a Solar Power Pumping Station of Barangay Basak

LOOK | On a productive Saturday, Congresswoman Cindi King-Chan broke ground on another priority project in Barangay Basak—the construction of a Solar Power Pumping Station. This station will serve as a backup water supply in case of shortages during calamities.
 
Congresswoman Cindi was joined by Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan, the City Council, Tingog Partylist Regional Chair for the Visayas Happy Calatrava, as well as Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan officials of Basak.
 
The construction of the Solar Power Pumping Station is funded under the General Appropriation Act (CY 2024) with a budget of P11,760,000.00. The project is being implemented by the DPWH Cebu 6th District Engineering Office and contracted to GSixty Construction Services.

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Cong. Cindi led the groundbreaking ceremony for a multipurpose building in Barangay Punta Engaño

LOOK | As always, Congresswoman Cindi King-Chan remains attentive to the needs of her constituents, ensuring that projects benefiting everyone are never overlooked. Earlier this afternoon, Cong. Cindi led the groundbreaking ceremony for a multipurpose building in Barangay Punta Engaño, alongside Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan, the City Council, and Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan officials.
 
On her social media page, she mentioned that although Barangay Punta Engaño is home to most of the area's resorts and hotels, the small barangay hall has been unable to accommodate the needs of its residents, despite consistently providing essential services.
 
“Sa kadugayng panahon, nag-antos intawon ang Brgy Punta Engaño sa kagamay kaayu nga barangay hall maong medyo magpangikog sila sa ilang mga kunstituwente kay basin dili ma maximize ang ilang mga serbisyo. Maong usa sa atong prayoridad kay ang pagtukod sa ilang bag-ong multipurpose building nga mamahimo nila nga gamiton isip barangay hall.” Cong. Cindi said.
 
Meanwhile, Mayor Junard "Ahong" Chan is also grateful for the ongoing support of Congresswoman Cindi, particularly in meeting the needs of the Oponganons.