Top Topics in LCP for 2021

As we end and give thanks to year 2021, here are the top topics that became trending and most talked about by Lipa netizens as posted in Lipa City Philippines [LCP] social media group in Facebook:

1. TRAFFIC

Traffic could be one of the never ending topics in LCP since past Administration. People are complaining for long wait time specifically during rush hours and holiday season. Main driver of traffic in Lipa is the ever growing population in the city and officially became the most populated in the province since 2015. Lipa City also remains as the center for trade in Batangas and nearby towns. To be fair, most cities in the Philippines has its own traffic stories.

2. TRIKE FARE

Another consistent hot topic is some of the tricycle drivers are not following the fare matrix or choosing a passenger according to netizens. Some of the netizens is assuming TODA in Lipa to be untouchable due to its influence in supporting a politician while the other side is suggesting that the issue is how the passengers negotiate with the drivers.

3. POWER INTERRUPTIONS

Power interruptions are still rampant in Lipa despite of the regular maintenance as compared to other cities with different provider during ordinary days.

4. WATER SUPPLY

If there are power interruptions, problem with water supply will follow in most cases. On top of water supply interruptions, there are also reports on the color and texture of the water from faucet.

5. INTERNET OUTAGES

With the increase of home based workers due to pandemic, internet outages are now in the list of LCP’s hot topics. Netizens are complaining of intermittent disconnection or slow internet.

6. VACCINATION SYSTEM

Another new in the list and became trending was the system in COVID-19 vaccination specially during the first phase of roll out. There were multiple complaints on the vaccination system posted by the netizens like unfair distribution of forms, online registration not followed, crowd control and others. Despite issues, the current Administration has reported vaccination in Lipa a success as shown by the data on daily running cases. At present, Lipa is still single digit on active cases since Dec 13.

7. TAXI

Some of the Lipa residents are looking for alternative public transportation that is metered and more convenient like taxi due to issues on tricycle fare. LTFRB issued a notice to public opening a taxi franchise for Region 4-A which includes Lipa City where routes are from listed cities to any point in CALABARZON. The news became a concern to some residents most specially the operators and drivers of tricycle which was supported by the local government.

8. WEIGHING SCALES

A good number of incidents have reported by the netizens that they were cheated on the weight of wet goods they bought from public market. When in doubt as advised by public market officers, consumers should double check their goods through the provided calibrated weighing scale and report it immediately.

9. ROBBERY

It’s also alarming that many incidents on robbery were posted in LCP usually in the public market or inside a supermarket. Everyone should be cautious of their valuables specially if on public places and avoid crowded places.

10. MISSING

There are so many missing items, pets, or even persons being posted everyday in LCP. Lipa is still lucky to have a lot of good hearted humans returning some of those missing but there are also a lot which is not anymore getting back to its owners. Let’s be vigilant at all times.

Some of these topics are eventually becoming a humor when netizens from all ages will start to comment while others are very smart in providing their inputs or suggestions which make the forum in LCP not only fun but full of ideas that leaders of the city can use or consider in their sessions.

We wish everyone in the city of Lipa a good health, more celebrations, and prosperous days ahead.

LCP 2021 Best Photos

lmost everyday, Lipa City Philippines or LCP (the pioneer and biggest social media group in Lipa) has trending stories, photos, and videos.

Here are the Ten Best Photos for 2021 in no particular order captured and posted originally in LCP group by netizens. Check the stories of each photos.

All Men for Greens
Photo: Barangay Plaridel
All men of Barangay Plaridel were captured planting for their own version of vertical garden.

Night Market Bear
Photo: Chris John Ebora Constantino
With so many small and local businesses around, you have to be creative and there should be something new to attract more consumers and stay longer in the competition.

Beautiful Dawn
Photo: Jeni Neria-Collantes Palma
During covid surge, beautiful photos of colorful skies were posted in LCP and this one captured not only beautiful skies but tranquil scenery.

Fireballs
Photo: Arventures/Lipa Status
The sky over Lipa Cathedral lit up with fireballs during a fireworks display in the annual giant Christmas tree opening of Africa administration.

Street Clean Up
Photo: Rainier Ramos
A mother and son tandem cleaning a street during the City Wide Clean Up campaign.

Free Food Delivery
Photo: Jhay Orbita
Lipa resident called for bulk order of food through foodpanda and the delivery man was surprised to be given advise to distribute it for free to homeless kids in the street.

Feeding Stray
Photo: Jessica Arcayos Rosales
Tricycle driver bought and gave food to a stray cat outside the mall while waiting for his passenger.

Traffic
Photo: Otep Libuit
Tricycle driver took a view of traffic in Lipa from his seat.

Pandemic Entrep
Photo: Jude Christian Endozo Layco
One of the many small business owners in Talisay night market trying to survive while on pandemic.

Welcome Rainbow Arch
Photo: Yheyhe Umali
The beautiful rainbow appeared to be like a gigantic arch welcoming passengers.

Disclaimer: These photos were taken from LCP as posted by the members. If you think you are the real owner of the photo and not the person who posted, please let us know immediately with proof.

Link to 2020 LCP Best Photos: https://www.facebook.com/lipastatus/posts/1318883171796973

Lipa's Revenue Increased by 182.8M in 2020

Despite the pandemic which started last year, Lipa generated a Total Income of 2.3B pesos which is 182.8M higher than 2019 as per COA. Total Assets of the city also grew by almost 213M which is now at 5.2B while Liabilities has decreased by 287.2M from 2019. Total expenses has increased by 175.3M for a total of 1.8B last year.

Lipa is approximately at #10 among cities of CALABARZON with highest revenue where Antipolo, Calamba, Batangas City, Dasmarinas and Sta Rosa are usually on top. Seven more cities are not yet reflecting in the audit which includes Sta Rosa and Calamba.

For details of the audit by COA: https://www.coa.gov.ph/.../2020/category/9154-batangas

Lipa Remains Most Populated in Batangas | Philippine Census

As expected, Lipa City is still on top of the most populated in Batangas province with 372,931 population as of 2020 by Philippine Statistics Authority. It is followed by the capital city of Batangas with 351,437 and Sto Tomas City on third spot with 218,500.

Lipa City snatched the top rank as most populated in 2015 by only 2,512 variance from Batangas City but after five years the margin went higher by more than 21,000. Lipa's increase from 2015 was more than 40,000 or 12.2%. The ranking of the top 5 cities and municipalities is the same from 2015.

The whole Batangas province has a total of 2.9M population in 2020 which is more than 200K increase from 2015.

source: PSA

We Get Served on What We Deserved

It's a brand new year and a new decade. Everyone wants to win in life and to be guided faithfully, we have to understand that we get served on what we deserved based on what we have chosen in life. To captivate the best in our survival:

1. ENJOY and seize every moments and opportunities in our lives. Nothing is permanent.

2. LOVE and take good care of ourselves, our love ones, people around us, and everything that lives.

3. LEARN from our mistakes and acknowledge our fault. We can never move forward if we are carrying the same errors in our lives.

4. LISTEN from what other’s will tell us. No one is perfect but we can still get insights from anyone.

5. LIVE what we preach and what we post in social media about positivity in life.

6. VERIFY the source of our information and likewise KNOW the other sides of the stories before making our own comment or conclusion. Let’s stop spreading lies.

7. HELP as much as we can not only to our fellow humans but to any living creatures even without cameras. If we can’t help, at least don’t hurt or kill.

8. SAVE for emergencies and retirement. While it is good to enjoy what we currently have, we also have to spare for our future.

9. SPEAK straight from your heart but with Kindness and never speak to protect ourself or hurt other people.

10. APPRECIATE all the blessing that we are receiving may it be small or big and give back to nature.

11. RESPECT diversity of people around us.

12. PRAY not only because we need something but to give thanks on daily basis. Sincere and personal prayers not posted on social media are most effective.

13. RETURN whatever is not ours.

14. TRAVEL to places and meet other people whenever we can and if the time permits.

15. WORK with honesty and diligence.

16. SUPPORT and be happy with other people’s success.

17. CLEAN our room, home, and surroundings.

18. FOLLOW the rules or ordinances of the group or community we belong.

19. REINVENT ourselves if we see things are getting boring. It does not need to be complicated and we can start from our physical appearance.

20. BELIEVE in the laws of karma. We get served what we deserved.

May all our days be merry and bright!

ARVENTURES/ LIPA STATUS

15 LCP's Best Snapshots for 2020

As we get closer to end of the year; we have selected 15 Best Snapshots as it happened and posted originally in Lipa City Philippines or LCP, the biggest social media group dedicated to Lipa.

Netizens of LCP are capturing photos or videos real time and posting it in the group for everyone's awareness or information. They are like walking CCTV seizing the moments or providing notifications for a wider audience.

These photos are basically the summary as well of what happened in our city in the year when the world has been challenged by different tragedies. Let's take a look back and click on each photos to know the stories behind each moments.

Social Distancing in Kite Flying
Photo: Macmac Gagalac

Young man preferred to climb in a tree to fly his kite or "bulador" during the pandemic summer to avoid other kite flyers. Kite Flying became so popular among the youth to lessen their boredom while the whole country is following health protocols.

Lost Snake
Photo: Amboy Amboy

A man risked his life saving a lost snake. This moment created traffic and photo became an instant hit online.

Lipa Youth in Action
Photo: Alleah Abjelina-Martinez

From the day Taal has erupted, there were so many fund raising activities by fellow Batangueños and most of them were young adults. You can see them mostly in the streets soliciting funds or pledges in different ways like singing, dancing, or simply approaching people.

Mayor Seized the Moment
Photo: Luigi Anotonio Leyesa Acepcion

The hardworking Mayor of Lipa has been captured looking at Taal volcano as it emits ashes. He and his team immediately went to this part of Lipa where volcano is visible. Mayor Africa provided assistance not only to his constituents affected by eruption but opened the city's door to nearby towns.

Earning Hard for a Living
Photo: Rafael Mercado Gonzales

The rain did not stop this vendor to pause for a while even without raincoat on. He is selling bread and would like to assure that he has something to bring to his family while on pandemic.

Frontliners In Action
Photo: Bryan Dy

Frontliners are hailed heroes during this pandemic as they are risking their lives to COVID-19 virus. Frontliners are nurses, doctors, hospital staff, government employees, policemen, mediamen, mall employees, and more.

Innocence and Happiness
Photo: Francis Ramil Bendaña

These kids in evacuation center during Taal eruption seemed to be not aware of what was happening as they were seen smiling and playing outside.

No Discrimination
Photo: Gizelle Gajon

A beggar whose intention was just to ask for a small amount of money has been assisted by service crew to sit down and eat his food inside the store.

Ash Plume in Lipa City
Photo: Aldwin Reyes Jose

Many people outside their homes were surprised to see an ash plume in the sky of Lipa because of Taal eruption. It was a scary moment because of lightnings and earthquake at the same time.

Good Samaritans
Photo: Josefhine Malaluan Garcia

A security personnel has been captured giving assistance to an elderly woman. Prior to this photo, a service crew and store manager of the fast food chain were also on the scene providing seat, food and water to her.

Helping Hand
Photo: Jul Paculanang

Another good Samaritan has extended his help to fix a stranger's motorcycle along the street of Lipa.

Everyone Can Help
Photo: Mikel Ebreo

An old man deposited cash online for a charitable organization to help the victims of typhoon despite his status in life.

Smile of Gratitude
Photo: Nelson Valenzuela

This dog has been posted missing and in less than 24 hours has been returned to his human family. The dog seemed to be smiling and very happy with his return.
Humans are also reminded to stop animal cruelty and be kind to every creatures.
There are more same incidents of dogs and personal stuff being returned by beautiful souls after posting in LCP.

Hampered by Pandemic
Photo: Reynato Llave

A stranded family along the street of Antipolo del Sur were begging for food and financial support. They were walking their way home in another province due to non availability of public transportation.

Picture Perfect 

Photo: Von Harley Tec Manguiat

A beautiful scenery in Latag of Barangay Halang became an instant hit among young netizens. Being lockdown or limited for several months and counting, people are looking for alternative activities that will provide breather from pandemic.

Disclaimer: These photos were taken from LCP as posted by the members. If you think you are the real owner of the photo and not the person who posted, please let us know immediately with proof.

"Marikit ng Lipa"

Malepunyo Range or Mounta Malarayat is an extinct volcano located in the provinces of Batangas, Laguna, and Quezon.

Mount Malarayat does not only provide a majestic sweeping scenery to Lipa City but it also serves as a wind breaker in times of typhoons plus it supplies clean and cool air to the city.

The mountain range is home to thousands of flora, fauna, and other forms of life and one of which are civet cats as the source of famous alamid coffee. Water is also seen as the primary ecosystem service of Mt Malarayat to Lipenos.

As previously written in our previous Lipa Status's article, with so many benefits of the mountain to Lipa and nearby towns, the mountain should be given utmost priority and protection not only by Lipa but the rest of the cities and municipalities covered by the mountain range. We should be learning from what's recently happening in other places and the effect of climate change.

More Details: Mount Malepunyo is its highest peak located at Barangay Talisay, Lipa City standing at 1,002 metres (3,287 ft) above mean sea level by the ridge of its caldera. The second highest peak of the range is Mt. Dalaga standing at 755 metres (2,477 ft) above mean sea level situated at the boundary of Santo Tomas, Batangas and Alaminos, Laguna. During the 1990s, the name was changed by the locals of Santo Tomas to Manabu as a shortened Tagalog phrase Mataas na Bundok which means "High Mountain". At the center of the mountain range is a cliff known as Bagwis Cliff by the locals, yet due to its shape that resembles a goat's breast, it is also called as Susong-Kambing (en: Goat's Breast). In time, mountaineers have also mistakenly named this cliff as Susong Dalaga (en. maiden's breast) which is actually the oldest name of Manabu Peak.