executive commissions
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 .
8
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 ).
commission on education
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 †)