Norzagaray, Bulacan

MUNICIPALITY OF NORZAGARAY, BULACAN

History
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Pre-Spanish records revealed that, once, the town of Norzagaray was a remote wilderness. It was then called "Casay" a mere barrio of the town Angat.

During the Spanish occupation, the people of barrio Casay worked for reforms-politically, socially and economically in order to be separated from Angat. They succeeded in their attempts so that the Spanish Government, Through Governor-General Fernando de Norzagaray y Escudero (1857-1860), issued a proclamation declaring barrio Casay as a distinct town separated from Angat. Political boundaries were established and barrio Casay was called "Norzagaray". The name of the town was derived from the name of the Governor-General who declared the separation of the said barrio from the political unit of Angat.

Today, the town of Norzagaray is a fast rising commercial and economic place with some tourist potentials. One of the busiest spots in the locality, particularly during summertime, is called "Bakas". Bakas is situated or is a portion of the Angat River, which is noted for its big natural white stones along the riverbank, the green scenery surrounding it, the fresh air, and the cool and the calm flowing current. Metro Manila residents and others coming from distant towns oftentimes visit the place for relaxation.

Another potential spots for tourism is the area where the Angat River Hydroelectric Plant is located. This is the biggest hydroelectric plant the National Power Corporation (NPC) has ever constructed in the entire Philippines. The 37-kilometer reservoir of this hydroelectric plant is a wonder, covered with virgin forest-a nest for wild life. It has a cool climate. During nighttime, it is virtually a city situated in the wilds.

There is still other tourism potentials in this locality teat can be tapped. However, there are problems, which need immediate solutions. Some of this places are located in remote areas of the town and most are not accessible to motor vehicles.

The town of Norzagaray is rich in natural resources and endowed with natural beauty. Its people are religious, industrious and very hospitable just like any other people in neighboring town of Bulacan.

Given more time with its natural wealth, the town of Norzagaray will be the next "goldmine" in this part of the country. With its preserving people and enlightened leadership, Norzagaray is the town to watch.

General Information
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Fast Facts

Physical and Socio-Political

Land Area	28,852 has.
No. of Barangays	13
Population	76,978
Population Growth rate
Population Density	4.80 persons/ha.
Average Crime Rate	6.24%
Crime Solution Efficiency	100%
Commerce and Industry Major Industries: Cement, Marble/Marble Processing, Food/Food Processing, Pyrotechnics Major Products: Bakeries, Processed meat and Agricultural products Indigenous/Raw Materials Available: Cement and Marbles Political Subdivision Norzagaray is politically subdivided into the following 13 barangays:

1. Bangkal
2. Baraka
3. Bigte
4. Bitungol
5. Friendship Village Resources
6. Matictic
7. Minuyan

8. Partida
9. Pinagtulayan
10. Poblacion
11. San Lorenzo
12. San Mateo
13. Tigbe

Business
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Costs of Doing Business

Realty Rates:

Residential:
Php 1,500 to Php 3,000 per sq.m.
Agricultural:
Php 200 to Php 500 per sq.m.
Commercial:
Php 3,000 to Php 5,000 per sq.m.
Industrial:
Php 5,000 to Php 7,500 per sq.m.

Rental Rates:

Residential:
Php 1,500 to Php 2,000 per month
Commercial:
Php 10,000 to Php 15,000 per month
Industrial:
Php 20,000 to Php 30,000 per month

Wage Rates:

Non-Agricultural:
Php 225 to Php 600 per day (8 hrs.)
Agricultural:
Php 200 to Php 350 per day (8 hrs.)
Cottage/Handicraft:
Php 150 to Php 300 per day (8 hrs.)
Retail/Service:
Php 199.50 to Php 213.50 per day (8 hrs.)

Power Rates:

Residential:
Php 3.40 per kilowatt hour
Industrial:
Php 2.00 to Php 4.50 per kilowatt hour

Water Rates:

Residential:
Installation: Php 1,250 to Php 1,500
Commodity Charge:
    - First 10 cu.m.: Php 104
    - In excess of 10 cu.m.:
      Php 10.95/cu.m. to Php 15.70/cu.m

Industrial:
Installation: Php 2,500 to Php 3,000
Commodity Charge:
    - First 10 cu.m.: Php 208
    - In excess of 10 cu.m.:
      Php 21.90/cu.m. to Php 31.40/cu.m

Telephone Rates:

PLDT (www.pldt.com.ph)

Residential:
- Monthly Charges: Php 600 to 700
* Installation Fee: Php 1,999
Business:
- Monthly Charges: Php 1,000 to 1,100
* Installation Fee: Php 3,500

DIGITEL (www.digitelone.com)

Metered Service:

Non-Metered Service:

Internet Service:

Mozcom Internet (www.mozcom.com)
PLDT (www.pldt.com.ph)
DIGITEL (www.digitelone.com)
Pacific Internet (www.pacific.net.ph)

Postal Service/Mailing Rates:

International
Airmail Letters
  - 1kg. and below: Php 11 to 665
    - in excess of 1kg: Php 136-325 per 500g
Aerogram and Postcards
  - Php 8 per piece; all countries via airmail
Printed Matters
  - 1kg. and below: Php 7 to 522
    - in excess of 1kg: Php 109-260 per 500g
Domestic
Ordinary
  - first 20g. to 2kg.: Php 5 to 120
Priority Mail
  - first 20g. to 2kg.: Php 10 to 130
Express Mail
  - first 20g. to 2kg.: Php 20 to 150
Registered Mail
  - first 20g. to 2kg.: Php 10 to 125
  - Add Php 5 registration fee
Third Class and C.O.D. Mail
  - first 20g. to 2kg.: Php 3 to 9
PHILPOST PAK
  - Small: Php 20
  - Medium: Php 35
  - Large: Php 65

Nationwide Door-to-Door Courier Rates:

LITEPAK 250 Grams
- Luzon: Php 50
- Visayas: Php 55
- Mindanao: Php 60
251 Grams to 1 Kilo
- Luzon: Php 80
- Visayas: Php 88
- Mindanao: Php 96
Add-on per kilo or a fraction thereof
- Luzon: Php 40
- Visayas: Php 48
- Mindanao: Php 56

Contact Information

Municipal Officials:
Mayor Feliciano P. Legaspi
Vice Mayor Rogelio P. Santos, Jr.

Mailing Address:
Engr. Reynaldo L. Cruz
Municipal Planning and Development Office
MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT OF NORZAGARAY, BULACAN
Norzagaray, Bulacan 3013 Philippines

Contact Nos:
Tel: +63(44) 694-1715; 694-1566
Fax: +63(44) 694-0626

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