- The Solsona Centennial Logo
ONE OUTSTANDING MUNICIPALITY: ONE ASTOUNDING HISTORY by: Brenford Jake Nicolas
Time has witnessed how this place has metamorphosed from a mere settlement of sojourners into what we now see as a well-organized civilization. As God has pre-meditated to situate a new strong community in this forte of His dearly-loved Ilocos Norte, he has brought together people of different lineage to communally fulfill this plan.
Different endeavors were relevantly taken in building up this kibbutz. Through the years, enigmas of situations have finally completed into the present fulfilling image of a progressive community.
Solsona as we now call in this age is so delighted to honor its much-awaited centennial celebration. These 100 years of history draw its root through Executive Order No. 135 when Governor General W. Cameron Forbes approved the reconstitution of Solsona as an independent municipality which took effect in January 1, 1910.
Solsona continues to climb to its summit and it gives pride to every Solsonian in the world. And as a way to thank the Lord for His eternal love and supervision, Solsona, through the efforts and passion of its people, will be dynamically conducting a month-long celebration in January 2010 in time for the 3rd Gameng Festival.
As it is being called the “Land of Sunrise”, Solsona will continue to shine its radiance in the years to come.
Solsona Initiates Vermicomposting Project:
Vermicomposting uses earthworms to turn organic wastes into very high quality compost.
LGU Initiative/LGU Fund:
- Construction of 12 units vermibeds with dimensions of 1 meter by 3 meters
- An expansion of 5 units vermibeds
Sobstrates Used/Sources:
- Abattoir wastes
- Animal wastes/manure: swine, cattle, carabao
- Market wastes: vegetables, pilings/rotten vegetables
- Weeds/Grass clippings
- Farm wastes: rice straw, corn stalks
- Daily wastes from plaza and municipal hall
- Legominous Materials (leaves of Madre Cacao, Ipil-ipil, Mougbean, Peanut)
Decomposition Process:
- Phase 1: 15 days-anaerobic
- Phase 2: +30 to 40 days-aerobic
- Phase 3: +7 days-harvesting
Personnel Involved:
- 1 Agricultural Technologist: Mr. GilbertRetuta
- 2 Casual Employees: Mr. Ruel dela Cruz & Mr. Jeffmar Laureta
- Over-all In-charge: Engr. Ranison D. Narciso
SOLSONA: Celebrating the National Flag Day
May 28, 2011
In line with observance of the 113th Anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine Independence Day on June 12, the people of Solsona celebrate the National Flag Day (Araw ng Watawat).
The townspeople memorialized the very exceptional episode in the history of our country through a unifying program attended by a great crowd. The Municipal and Barangay Officials, Municipal Employees from local and national agencies and DepEd Elementay and High School teachers showed their love and respect to our flag through the singing of the National Anthem and the Pilipinas Kong Mahal Hymn, the Solsona Hymn is also included as part of giving respect to the town.
The DILG officer Ms. Chariz Garma gave the overview of the celebration, enlightening the people of the significance of the Philippine Flag as well as bringing back the life of how our flag, its origin and its meaning.
Our beloved Father of Solsona, Hon. Joseph E. de Lara stressed in his message to hark back of the patriotic responsibility of the people of Solsona to refurbish efforts to respect and pledge allegiance to the emblem of the nation that is justly free. He even pointed out in the last canto of his speech, “ Ating ipakita sa buong mundo – sa dakong silangan, duon ay mayroong isang magiting na bayan, ang Solsona – isang bayan na puno ng pagmamahal, malinis at kaakit-akit at ang tanging laman ng puso at isip ay ang kapakanan ng bayan at ng mamamaayan!”
The National Flag Day Celebration concluded through the inspirational talk of Hon. Jonathan L. de Lara, Municipal Vice Mayor of Solsona.