KALAHI-CIDSS brings potable water to communities in Motiong, Samar

By AVHA H. EBALDE, PIA-Samar
February 20, 2013

CATBALOGAN CITY – Close to 500 rural folks of Motiong will have a better access to potable water system upon completion of the water system projects in July 2013.

The projects are funded by the Kapitbisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) in Motiong, Samar.

Some eight hinterland barangays of Motiong chose the construction of a water system or improvement of existing ones.

KALAHI-CIDSS area coordinator Ma. Christina Manicani presented the accomplishments and status of sub-projects during the first Municipal Peace and Order Council (MPOC) meeting in Motiong recently.

The 429 households in Barangays Malonoy, Angyap, Capaysagan, Pusongan, Hinica-an, Caranas, Caulayanan, and Calantawan are eagerly awaiting for the completion of the sub projects .

Dr. Perlie Langi, Municipal Health Officer said that the residents use only dug wells for their water needs, some would trek hills and mountains for their water needs.

“KALAHI-CIDSS will make their lives easier and healthier,” the doctor said.

According to Mayor Francisco Langi, KALAHI-CIDSS gave P13.5 million funds for 18 beneficiary barangays in Motiong, while 30% or P4.5 million come from the counterpart of the LGU.

Aside from the water system, there is a Daycare Center at Barangay Inalad, and concrete pavement or path walk at Barangay Candumacol.