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	Marikina City - Biocrawler (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Marikina City is one of the cities and municipalities that comprise Metro Manila in the Philippines.
		Located along the eastern border of Metro Manila, Marikina City is bordered on the west by Quezon City, to the south by Pasig City and Cainta, Rizal, to the east by Antipolo City, the capital of Rizal province, and to the north by San Mateo also in Rizal.
		The city in fact occupies a part of the Marikina Valley and is sometimes prone to flooding especially when typhoons hit the area.
	www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Marikina_City (0 words)

	The Manila Times Internet Edition \| LIFE & TIMES > A brighter, more vibrant Marikina at Christmastime (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Planning for the Christmas season is a must for Marikina’s residents since everyone is called on to participate in the major events of December, which are centered on the Marikina River.
		This was the proud announcement of City Mayor Maria Lourdes C. Fernando at dinner with the media on December 8, which coincided with the ninth year celebration of Marikina’s cityhood and the inauguration day of its Cityhood Park.
		The Marikina City government has developed a cultural and heritage zone that includes a cultural center, the Shoe Museum, and two churches built by the Spaniards in the 1600s.
	www.manilatimes.net /national/2005/dec/22/yehey/life/20051222lif1.html (0 words)

	PhilippineBusiness.com.ph: Geographics
		Marikina, also known for its shoe industry, now has a population of 427,037 and contributes about P8 billion a year in revenue to the national government, making it one of the most progressive cities in Metro Manila.
		Marikina also has a Settlements Office whose main task is to provide decent shelter to underprivileged citizens.
		Marikina is reviving its shoe industry through a national shoe caravan and by further seeking international markets as well.
	www.philippinebusiness.com.ph /geographics/marikina.htm (1636 words)

	Manila
		Manila is bordered by several municipalities and cities in Metro Manila: Navotas and Caloocan City to the north, Quezon City to the northeast, San Juan and Mandaluyong City to the east, Makati City to the southeast, and Pasay City to the south.
		The district of Binondo is the city's Chinatown.
		The City of Manila is the chief seaport of the Philippines.
	www.brainyencyclopedia.com /encyclopedia/m/ma/manila.html (3376 words)

	Pasig City - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The City of Pasig is one of the cities and municipalities that comprise Metro Manila in the Philippines.
		Located along the eastern border of Metro Manila, Pasig City is bordered on the west by Quezon City and Mandaluyong City; to the north by Marikina City; to the south by Makati City, Pateros, and Taguig City; and to the east by the municipality of Cainta in the province of Rizal.
		Pasig City a is primarily residential-industrial town but it is increasingly becoming a commercial area.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pasig_City (494 words)

	i Report Online \| Marikina's (Not-So-Perfect) Makeover
		In 1999, Marikina got a $1.3-million World Bank grant for a pilot study on the bicycle as a viable means of transport within the city.
		She says the World Bank chose Marikina for the pilot project because the city had been successful in implementing traffic management, and because BF had the political will to implement the project.
		The city aims to increase the number of bicycle users to one-fifth of the total city population.
	pcij.org /i-report/2007/marikina3.html (922 words)

	"Living in Makati~Makati City Philippines~Makati Best Tourist Attraction"
		It is bounded by Rizal on the east, Quezon City on the west, and Pasig City on the south.
		Marikina City is situated in a valley in between the mountains of Montalban and the higher area of Quezon City.
		Marikina used to be a fulcrum of regional and national sports events when it was still a part of the province of Rizal.
	www.livinginthephilippines.com /ncr_marikina_city.html (409 words)

	GMANews.TV - Marikina's makeover a not-so-perfect affair - PCIJ - Official Website of GMA News and Public Affairs - ...
		Like her husband, MCF has grand plans for Marikina, which she envisions of becoming a "little Singapore." But to achieve this goal, the city must increase its revenues and hurdle obstacles such as a high unemployment rate and traffic congestion.
		The city also offers P5,000 loans to residents, but MCF says that it would be better for would-be entrepreneurs to gain experience in their chosen field and save up for their capital instead of borrowing it.
		Marikina has also won awards for local budget administration, yet COA reports reveal that the accuracy of property, plant, and equipment accounts totaling over a billion pesos have been in question since the year 2000, due to the improper maintenance of property, plant, and equipment ledger cards.
	www.gmanews.tv /story/27439/Marikinas-makeover-a-not-so-perfect-affair (2489 words)

	WOW Philippines :: Explore Philippines :: Description (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Marikina also used to be a fulcrum of regional sports events when it was still a part of the province of Rizal.
		Marikina, a lush valley bounded by mountain ranges and sliced by a river, is one of the twelve cities and five municipalities comprising the Metro Manila area.
		The city is composed of 14 Barangays under one Congressional District.
	www.wowphilippines.com.ph /explore_phil/place_details.asp?content=description&province=87 (329 words)

	WOW Philippines :: Explore Philippines :: Description (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Marikina also used to be a fulcrum of regional sports events when it was still a part of the province of Rizal.
		Marikina, a lush valley bounded by mountain ranges and sliced by a river, is one of the twelve cities and five municipalities comprising the Metro Manila area.
		The city is composed of 14 Barangays under one Congressional District.
	www.tourism.gov.ph /explore_phil/place_details.asp?content=description&province=87 (0 words)

	Welcome to MARIKINA! --The River City--
		Marikina City Mayor Marides Fernando was recently sworn into office by Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato Puno.
		Marikina, Taguig and Quezon City) team which won the championship in the Department of Health's Skills Competition on Health Emergencies Management held on July 6 at the DOH Compound in Mandaluyong City.
		Marikina eyes the provision of two jobs per family Marikina City Mayor Marides Fernando recently announced her vision of promoting self-sufficiency among her constituents through the "Two Jobs, One Family" program.
	www.marikina.gov.ph (0 words)

	Philippines News - Manila Standard Today - A city of Christmas carousels - dec21_2006 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Marikina has also livened up its streets with festivals and other celebrations to showcase the diversity of its people, the richness of the city’s culture and the interesting sights it has to offer.
		Marikina River Park was transformed from a neglected natural resource to a sports and recreational park with landmarks such as the Animal Trail, Chinese Pagoda, Roman Garden, River Carabao, Skating Rink and Youth Camp.
		It was conceptualized in 1998 by Marikina’s former mayor, Bayani Fernando.
	www.manilastandardtoday.com /?page=goodLife1_dec21_2006 (437 words)

	Fostering Disaster-Resistant Communities in the Philippines
		Marikina City, which has gained international recognition for its strong advocacy for disaster risk reduction and good governance, has a population of 437,000 and is one of 17 cities in the Metro Manila area.
		Culminating in the City’s formal adoption of the Marikina Safety Program, in 2003 and 2004 PDC and Kobe University’s Earthquake Disaster Mitigation Research Center (EDM) partnered with Marikina City to conduct eight city-sponsored, community-based planning workshops, as well as three training sessions.
		The Marikina City Center of Excellence provided continual access to city personnel, resources, and data, and also provided training facilities, coordinated eight major meetings, and organized a City exhibition, fieldwork, and field trips.
	www.pdc.org /PDCNewsWebArticles/2005MarikinaCity (0 words)

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		Marikina City had made no provision in its budget to fund the system, and its local economic benefits are uncertain, so its total cost is incremental.
		In the City of Marikina, the main barrier to a greater use of bicycles and other NMT modes, including walking, is the perception and reality that bicycles and walking are unsafe transport options, because of the danger from and dominance of motorized forms of transport.
		Since political commitment is crucial for the success of such initiatives, the City of Marikina has been chosen in view of the fact that the current administration demonstrated and continues to demonstrate exceptional commitment to NMT and to the related environmental issues.
	www.gefweb.org /COUNCIL/GEF_C15/WP/PhilippinesMarikina.doc (12784 words)

	Marikina River City - Philippines Travel Guide (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Marikina City has been known as the Shoe Capital of the Philippines.
		Marikina is a valley which lies 6 kilometers east of Manila.
		It is bounded on the east by the Sierra Madre, on the west by the hills of Quezon City, and on the north by San Mateo, Rizal, and on the south by Pasig City and Cainta, Rizal.
	www.netguard.dk /marikina-river-city.php (504 words)

	GlobalPinoy, Travel - Marikina City
		Known to be the “shoe capital of the country”, Marikina has been the biggest marker of shoes and other leather accessories in the Philippines.
		The city is surrounded by the town of San Mateo on the north, Pasig on the south, Quezon City on the west and Cainta on the south.
		Marikina’s rich cultural tradition is manifested in their two-century old historical building.
	www.globalpinoy.com /travel/province/marikina.php (346 words)

	Marikina City High Schools
		City Of Marikina: Jesus Christ Lordofthe Ages Ministries Christian Sch.
		City Of Marikina: Mother Anna Ventura Sacred Heart Child Care Ctr.
		City Of Marikina: Valeriano E Fugoso Memorial School
	static.namesdatabase.com /PHMI.html (0 words)

	BK Online: "Coca-cola plant spills oil into Marikina River", 2/1/01 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		Marikina City, Metro Manila - An estimated 600 to 800 liters of oil was spilled in Marikina River
		Marikina City, Metro Manila - An estimated 600 to 800 liters of oil was spilled in Marikina River last January 23, 2001 reportedly from the plant of Coca-Cola Bottling Co. situated in Mayamot, Antipolo City, Rizal.
		The City Government of Marikina is waiting for the said result in order to find out what case they are to file against the company.
	www.bwf.org /bk/2001/03/n_03.html (474 words)

	Engr. Armando M. Balajadia Went to Concepcion, Marikina City, Philippines
		This is Marcos Hi-Way in Barangka, Marikina City.
		Marikina is a well-known place for making the shoes for 60 years.
		This is Marcos Hi-Way in Santolan, Pasig City.
	www.angelfire.com /ab7/armandobalajadia21/marikina1.html (258 words)

	Galing Pook Foundation
		That’s because up to 20% of Marikina City residents will be able to ride a bicycle to work when “The Bicycle-friendly City” program of Marikina is completed in 2006.
		It is estimated that 7.5% of the city’s population of half a million whiz around Marikina on bike everyday.
		The guidebook is part of the awareness and education campaign launched by the city to promote the use of bikes and ensure safety.
	www.galingpook.org /awardees/2005/2005_outstand06_marikina.htm (372 words)

	Listing Projecs
		In reinvigorating its economy, the city is implementing various programs such as creating a more business-friendly environment to entice investors, improving its shoe manufacturing activities, and formulating a comprehensive tourism strategy.
		Like most rapidly urbanizing cities, the City suffers from high population growth rate (and informal settlers estimated to total about 500 families), unemployment (estimated to be at 15%), and pollution (with air pollution as the main concern).
		The City has also undertook the dredging of the Marikina River and relocating affected families to higher ground to help address the perennial flooding problem that plagues the city every rainy season.
	www.cdsea.org /e_marketplace/Marikina.asp (455 words)

	Water Actions - Philippines - ADB.org
		Marikina City’s river is on the verge of an ecological imbalance as a strange species of fish dominates its ecosystem.
		The day’s catch are placed in mini-dump trucks and transported to the mountainous town of Montalban in nearby Rizal province, where they are buried to conceal the foul smell and fertilize the soil.
		A student of the Marikina Science High School (now known as the Polytechnic University of Marikina), Raymond discovered that oil extracted from the janitor fish could be used to make biofuel.
	www.adb.org /water/actions/PHI/marikina-river.asp (895 words)

	Pasig city - Wikitravel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		The City of Pasig is a city in the Philippines that is part of the greater group of cities that compromise Metro Manila.
		Pasig City is home to the Ortigas Center, the country's fastest growing commercial and financial district.
		Home to many of the country's most important centers of commerce, business, government, and entertainment, Pasig City is emerging as a truly important city in the Philippines, and an ideal homebase from which to experience the Philippines at its finest and most real.
	wikitravel.org /en/Pasig_city (471 words)

	Quezon City Travel Tips and General Information - Manila Hotels Philippines Travel Discounts - Philippine Manila Hotels ...
		Its inauguration as capital city was marked by the laying of a cornerstone for a capitol building at Constitution Hills on October 22, 1949.
		To the City's east are San Mateo (Rizal) and Marikina (Metro Manila); to the west are San Juan and Manila (both in Metro Manila); to the north are Kalookan City and San Jose del Monte (Bulacan); and to the south are the cities of Pasig and Mandaluyong.
		The tallest structure in the city which pierces 66 meters to the sky, is a fitting tribute to the founder of Quezon City and one of the country's greatest statesmen - President Manuel Luis Quezon.
	www.manila-hotels-travel.com /info/qc.html (3316 words)

	Marikina City Illegal Dumpsite : Philippines : Gov.Ph : Forum (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		It is located with in a residential area and 200 meters near the marikina river.
		marami namang suitable dumpsite sa loob at labas ng metro manila na pwedeng pagtapunan ng basura ng marikina.
		Gumanda at naging maayos ang Marikina mula noong maupong Mayor si BF.
	www.gov.ph /forum/thread.asp?rootID=9034&catID=11 (2332 words)

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