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| Enhancing the Implementation of the Solid Waste Management Program in Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur
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ORLANDO A. BATARA
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Abstract:
This study was conducted to assess the implementation of the Solid Waste Management Program of Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur. The respondents of the study include the members of the municipal councils, barangay council, commercial establishments, other units in LGU and school heads. The gathered data were analyzed and interpreted using the weighted mean, frequency count and percentage and Pearson R. Result of the analysis were used as basis in the preparation of an enhancement plan. The implementers of the SWMP of Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur have a moderate level of administrative capability. Municipal officials, LGU's, schools, commercial establishments, barangay officials and residents have moderate level of participation. The SWMP is moderately implemented in its various activities. Health and cleanliness and satisfaction of the members are moderately improved. Administrative capability and community participation contributed significantly. The impact of the SWMP is significantly influenced by its level of implementation. It is suggested that personnel, technical and financial aspects should be enhanced to create a greater impact. Participation of the residents should be properly maximized. There should be an intensive information dissemination drive. The municipality should create a well-designed program on health and cleanliness to meet satisfaction of the community. A tie-up with the municipal government in the scheduled collection of garbage should be revived and disposal must be in a well-developed sanitary land-fill. A rigid monitoring of cleanliness and beautification in the barangays should be done. The proposed action plan may be implemented for the improvement of the SWMP of the municipality.
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