City Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Office

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Vision

To provide an effective approach in disaster management towards the protection of lives, livelihoods and property caused by  both natural and human induced hazards through cooperation and partnership.

Mission

Continue the Development Minimize the Risk and Vulnerabilities, Limit the Adverse Impact of Hazards and Ensure Safety and security of the Batanguenos.

Background

Resolution No. 133 S. 2012 approved the creation and organization of the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office of the City of Batangas on May 7, 2012 through the initiative of former mayor, Hon. Vilma Abaya Dimacuha. Resolution No. 294 S. 2012 granted the creation of Civil Defense Officer I and IV positions. While Resolution No. 160 S. 2013, granted the creation of additional officer and aide positions for the Office on September 16, 2013.

Executive Order 14 dated July 17, 2013 organized the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council through the leadership of Hon. Mayor Eduardo B. Dimacuha.

Effective as of October 2014, the CDRRMO had an additional seven regular positions filled in, and 21 job order personnel.