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Interview with Atty. Nerio Dote Zamora II
« on: January 26, 2009, 03:37:14 PM »
A Benjamin Among Solomons
By Loy Palapos
Sunday Post

 At the local Sangguniang Panlungsod and in any legislative body here and abroad, lawmakers brandishing their prowess (to the point of plain filibustering and unrestrained braggadocio) are a common sight. Oblivious to the negative comments of their colleagues and observers, one or two may find the English language as an impediment to their desire to fully express themselves. One may even realize (to the hearers’ horror) that fractured grammar does not make a great legislator.

 In the above-mentioned realm, it does not follow that one who gets more mileage on the floor is the best, or that he who seldom takes the floor is a misfit. For although a session may reverberate with the words of those with stentorian eloquence, the really gifted may be the one who only opens his mouth when it is necessary. And with this, the ability to make the right decision.

 The Solomons (or any who is convinced of his brilliance and wears his heart on his sleeves) may dominate the hall, but a Benjamin may be wiser than his veteran, or age-worn colleagues. Take the case of Atty. Nerio Dote Zamora II (NDZ), whom I had the privileged of interviewing last Tuesday, January 20, at the City Hall. At 32, he is the youngest among the elected Councilors of the Tagbilaran City legislature. Soft-spoken but perceptive, learned but not flamboyant... he embodies what a lawmaker should be: brainy and smart, without being bossy and over-bearing; young but experienced in decision-making beyond his years; boyish and easy to the eyes, but not a braggart for his physical and mental attributes; a newcomer and a Benjamin who knows his job better than some assertive Solomons.

 LMP: Since you became a politician, including the time you became an SK Chairman, what were the problems that you have faced?

 NDZ: When I was still with Sangguniang Kabataan, there were already a huge problem on economy and education. There were a lot of expectations. As we always hear it, the youth is the future, but even at a young age, the Sangguniang Kabataan is already exposed to the bad side of politics.

 LMP: You were conscious that even during your time as a student leader there were already anomalies involved and you would like to change that. How successful are you as far as that outlook is concerned?

 NDZ: I cannot really say how successful I am, but I am working very hard to bring change, especially now that the challenge is so big. Daghang mga tawo ang involved.

 LMP: Would you consider it as a lifetime challenge?

 NDZ: Yes! Even if I am not a politician, I would still do something about it. It has been my advocacy. I believe that we have to educate the young for them to be wise; wise in voting someone who is really capable for a position. Because if that person is capable, then he can deliver what is expected.

 LMP: Did you feel that having been an SK Chairman has helped you now that you are in the Sangguniang Panlungsod? In what way?

 NDZ: I have been oriented to the service and to sacrifice for the people. My projects before were focused on the youth, that is why right now, a make it a point to give a little contribution to the youth.

 LMP: There are two opposing forces in the SP right now. How do you handle the situation?

 NDZ: I always evaluate my decisions before I execute them. I take it from my father. Always think of what’s good for the majority. When you make a decision, be it wrong or right, always be responsible with the outcome.

 LMP: Are you more of the feeling or the thinking individual? Which comes first?

 NDZ: I’m more of the thinking individual. Think first, feel later.

 LMP: One of the projects that you have is on solid waste management. What is the update of this project?

 NDZ: It’s called Integrated Waste Project now. All the papers have been approved already. I think it’s already with NEDA because of the huge amount involved. The city is also asking for endorsement from NEDA. With respect to the land, it has already been identified and the budget has been approved.  The project is on the go.

 LMP: What is the timetable?

 NDZ: Maybe, within this year. I think it’s on the Top 5 projects of the Mayor.

 LMP: Only a few people know that one of your concerns is the External Affairs of the city. There is this project giving some benefits to Senior Citizens, which the people readily accepted and for which they are really thankful. What are some of the set-backs of this project, since in politics, nothing is smooth-sailing?

 NDZ: As far as I know, the project is very well. I haven’t heard of any bad feedbacks in the office. That is an indication, of course, that they like the privileges.

 LMP: There are many Senior Citizens who applied here in Tagbilaran even if they are from neighboring towns. What do you do about it?

 NDZ: I think as long as the city would still be able to give these privileges to as many Senior Citizens, then that would be good. We have to reward the Seniors for serving the city.

 LMP: What are some of your plans for the coming election? Would you run for the same position or for a higher one?

 NDZ: I still don’t have an idea what will happen that time. My priority now are the projects at hand.

 LMP: Last week’s local papers bannered some ripples about the City Budget for 2009. Was there really an axe to grind by the opposition in the Sangguniang Panlungsod?

 NDZ: The legislation of the City Budget went through the usual process. It was carefully deliberated on from the Committee Level, until it was tabled in the SP. After the Second Reading, there was no objection raised, and was passed unanimously. If there were a few ripples made public, these don’t have any basis. They were mere conjectures.

 LMP: How about the issue on unliquidated cash advances?

 NDZ: That has been taken care of. The SP had been supplied the list of those with cash advances, and most of those concerned have complied with the requirements. That’s water under the bridge now.

 LMP: You are now at the SP. Just like a Benjamin (in age especially), compared to the Solomon-veterans did the feeling of not being equal to the responsibilities as a Legislator enter your mind?

 NDZ: Definitely, No. I have prepared myself for the job. For 9 years, I was an SK Chairman, and you know what kind of exposure that could mean. Being a Lawyer also has its advantages in any Legislative body. And don’t forget, my father was a politician, and he was with the SP, and passed away with his political boots on. I learned a lot of things from him.

 LMP: Being a politician you cannot help critics to go overboard. How do you react?

 NDZ: I just don’t mind them. Of course I get affected by personal criticisms. But I just do my job, because we can’t avoid critics. They will always be there. Just do your job.

 LMP: In the Philippine setting, the age of 30 is already more than marriageable. Why is it that until now, you are still single?

 NDZ: It will come. I am hoping. But I think, not now. I’m not yet ready.

 LMP: Your father passed away as a politician. Did he serve as an inspiration to you, to go on with he ahs started?

 NDZ: Yes. He was and is my inspiration. I have a legacy to uphold and I should not negate that.

 Atty. Nerio D. Zamora’s grandfather was a Barangay Captain of Taloto for several years, at a time when the “Kapitan” served and spent his own money, for there was no honorarium, nor compensation then. His father was Atty. Nerio Grupo Zamora, who was a post Edsa-Vice Mayor and a Kagawad until his passing away.

 He was a Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) chairman for 9 years, just like his older brother before him. He is a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation (BSMT), and would have finished Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering (BSECE), had he not been persuaded to take up Law, which he finished at Holy Name University in 2003.

 Atty. Zamora is well-equipped for public governance, not an accidental leader. Ask him why he is still single, and his eyes go chinky, his grin impish. He is serving the public… that’s his concern now. 

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