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and the UAP Committee on Balangkasan thru Chair Ar. Sylvester Seno, UAP, during this Fiscal Year 2016-2017, which was a result of consultation among stakeholders by the UAP RD B4 last quarter of 2016 and brainstorming by committees concerned on first quarter of 2017.
The said Balangkasan for this sector was one of the four areas( together with the Academe, Govern- ment Architects and Industry Practitioners) enshrined in the Balangkasan Manual on Procedure which was approved by the UAP National Board last UAP Iloilo Midyear Assembly in October 13, 2016, in deference to the UAP 2009 By-Laws. The event was supported by speakers from Philippine Institute of Construction Arbitrators and Mediators( PICAM) External Committee and by the UAP Committee for Construction Arbitration and Dispute Resolution( CADR). This unique program was participated by more than 300 architects beyond the maximum 250 capacity. It was formally commenced by the UAP National Executive President( NEVP) Ar. Ma. Nina Bailon-Arce, FUAP, AA, UAP Secretary-General Ar. Renato Heray, FUAP, PALA, AA and UAP Area A Vice President Ar. Virgilio Andres Jr, FUAP.
The seminar consists of two parts – Substance and Form. UAP CADR Chair Ar. Ramiel Aurelio, UAP, PICAM proficiently discussed the usual scenarios where architects and clients potentially have conflicts in the morning session while Atty. Myra Angeli Gallardo-Batungbakal, IBP, PICAM shared meaningful insights on the preparation of contracts in the afternoon. Both are accredited Construction Arbitrators and Mediators of the Construction Industry Arbitration Commission Vice President for Area C... from Page 6( CIAC). For a minimal registration fee, AM and PM snacks and lunch, training kits and certificate of participation were given to the participants. At the end of the day, a Balangksan resolution was unanimously approved by the delegates, for eventual submission to the UAP NBD.
Through strategic coordination among committees( Special Committee for Young Architects under the Office of the UAP National President, Balangkasan Committee under the Office of the NEVP) and regional districts( thru B4), can the UAP effectively reach out to, and serve its members as well.
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The UAP Post • Vol. 42 Issue 04 • April— June 2017
By Arch. Sylvester Seno, UAP
For the first time in UAP’ s history since the passage of the Philippine CPD Law( R. A. 10912)- the first Interregional Balangkasan for Young Architects with the topic“ Contracts and Architectural Practice” was successfully held last May 20, 2016 at the CW Home Depot, Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City.
It’ s a joint undertaking by the UAP Special Committee for Young Architects thru Chair Ar. Patrick Rodriguez, UAP, the UAP Regional District B4 thru Director Ar. Laurel Manuel Barte, UAP,
ABOVE: The Events Hall of CW Home Depot in Makati City was filled with delegates during the 1st Interregional Balangkasan for Young Architects, a joint undertaking of UAP-Committees for Young Architects and Balangkasan, a CPD forum. BELOW: Speakers share their insights regarding contracts and the Profession, during the forum. BELOW RIGHT: Due to the influx of interested parties, the Batch 2 of the Interregional Balangkasan will be held at Alaminos, Laguna, June 24. Aside from Young Architects and Balangkasan Committees, this will be in partnership with the UAP-regional District B4, Philippine Institute of Construction Arbitrators and Mediators( PICAM) and the UAP Committee for Construction Arbitration and Dispute Resolution( CADR).
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AREA C in all aspects. The challenges might be there but as Ar. Loloy Castro of Sugbu Chapter has shared with the group that their group has plenty of room for happiness and fun, building camaraderie and harmonious relationship between chapters in their district.
At the end of this one- day meeting, a resolution has been formed which aims to bring the issues and concerns of the chapters and districts in Area C to the national level. The group hopes that this resolution will be brought to the attention of the National Board for them to deliberate and formulate actions and resolve the issues that were raised.
And as proceedings drew to a successful close, thoughts were already turning to the next AREA C meeting, that which the entire body agreed to conduct on a quarterly basis. As we continue to innovate, to adapt in the changing environment of our profession, it cannot be
overemphasized that a continual meeting of architect leaders in the area levels contribute immensely to reaching the goal of unifying UAP.
The Area C meeting culminated with a fellowship dinner at the Ching Palace Restaurant in Lahug, hosted by Boysen Paints, the major sponsor for this one-day event. AVP Ar. Esperas attributes the success of the Area C Meeting to the commitment and enthusiasm exhibited by the respective leaders of the districts and chapters of Area C and bringing this event to a close, he shares this message: " In service, the main objective is to serve and always consider what is best for the majority. I believe that Service is a Selfless Act."( With Texts by Arch. Elizabeth Ann Daquita †)