Tag: Public Works
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Jelgava Gets Over €800k to Repair Storm Damage Infrastructure
Jelgava secures significant funding to repair July 2024 storm damage The Latvian city of Jelgava has secured more than €800,000 in state support to repair the damage caused by the storms and heavy rains of 28 and 29 July 2024. The backing comes from the Ministry of Smart Administration and Regional Development (MoSARD) and is…
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Ombudsman: Discaya Spouses Face Imprisonment Over Ghost Flood-Control Projects
Ombudsman Intensifies Probe into Ghost Flood-Control Projects The Ombudsman of the Philippines, Jesus Crispin C. Remulla, stated that contractor spouses Curlee and Sarah Discaya should undergo a “reality check” as authorities pursue charges related to ghost and substandard flood-control projects. Remulla conveyed the expectation that the Discaya couple, who own Alpha and Omega Construction and…
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Disco Duo Withdraw Cooperation in ICI Flood Control Probe Amid Bribery Scandal
Overview: A Widening Probe And a Withdrawal The contractor couple at the center of a widening bribery scandal, known as Curlee and Sarah Discaya, have said they will no longer cooperate with the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) in its investigation of anomalous flood control projects. ICI Executive Director Brian Hosaka confirmed the development after…
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Discaya Couple Ends Cooperation with ICI as Investigation Continues
Manila, Philippines — A setback for investigators In a surprising turn of events, controversial flood-control contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya have announced they will no longer cooperate with the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI). The disclosure, delivered by ICI Executive Director Brian Hosaka at a Wednesday press conference, confirms that the couple invoked their right…
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Controversial Flood Control Contractors Withdraw from ICI Probe in Manila
Background The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) is pursuing an investigation into flood control projects linked to high-profile contractors in the Philippines. On Wednesday, October 15, ICI Executive Director Brian Hosaka confirmed that the controversial pair, Curlee and Sarah Discaya, have chosen not to cooperate with the probe. The development marks another twist in a…
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Curlee and Sarah Discaya Withdraw from ICI Investigation
Manila Update: ICI Investigation Moves Forward Despite Withdrawal In Manila, Philippines, the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) confirmed that controversial flood control contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya have decided not to cooperate further with its ongoing investigation. The decision, announced during a press conference conducted by ICI Executive Director Brian Hosaka on Wednesday, October 15,…
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DOJ presses ahead with flood control probe amid witness protection efforts
DOJ Pushes Forward with Flood Control Investigation The Department of Justice (DOJ) is maintaining momentum in its high-stakes probe into alleged corruption in flood control projects, as prosecutors continue to verify statements from individuals seeking protection under the Witness Protection Program (WPP). Office-in-Charge Fredderick Vida, speaking after the DOJ’s flag-raising ceremony, underscored a cautious but…
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Leviste Applauds Dizon Move to Lower DPWH Project Prices and Boost Transparency
Overview: A push for lower prices and cleaner processes Batangas’ 1st district Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste has publicly thanked Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon for engaging with his call to temper the cost of DPWH projects. The exchange highlights a broader effort to rein in high infrastructure prices and to…
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White Oak Road Closure in London, ON: Detours, Timeline, and What to Expect
Overview of the White Oak Road Closure Starting Monday, October 6 (weather permitting), White Oak Road will be closed between the Highway 402 bridge and Westminster Drive. The closure, which will affect traffic on Westminster Drive and Highway 402, is part of a broader project to replace aging infrastructure and improve drainage, road stability, and…
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White Oak Road Closure in London: What to Expect and How to Plan
Overview of the White Oak Road Closure Starting Monday, October 6, weather permitting, a significant road project will close White Oak Road between the Highway 402 bridge and Westminster Drive. This closure, essential for replacing aging infrastructure, is part of a broader effort to improve roadway safety, drainage, and utility services in the area. While…