National Parks Development Committee(NPDC)

Good day! I hope this letter finds you well. I am Geanne Jehliel Z. Malate, a 5th year Architecture student at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM). I am in the process of conducting research for our thesis titled "Revitalizing Plaza Rajah Sulayman's Urban Fabric: A Universal Design Approach for Enhancing Sustainability and Inclusive Space in Malate, Manila. I would greatly appreciate it if you could provide the following information relevant to our study:

1. Are you familiar with Rajah Sulayman Park in Malate, Manila? Is there current plans or proposals for this?
2. How do you integrate universal design principles in urban spaces, particularly in historical or heritage sites like Rajah Sulayman Park?
3. How does sustainability factor into the planning and development of public parks?
4. What do you think is the reason why public parks deteriorate and underutilized? Is being exclusive to all is one of the reason? 

This information will significantly contribute to the success and quality of our thesis study. I assure you that all information will be used strictly for academic purposes, and proper credit will be given where applicable. 

Thank you for considering my request. I look forward to your positive response and guidance you may provide. 

Sincerley,
Geanne Jehliel Z. Malate
5th year - BS Architecture
Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

Dear Ms. Malate, 
Mabuhay!
Thank you for utilizing the eFOI portal (www.foi.gov.ph) and exercising your right to information under Executive Order No. 2, s. 2016 on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
We have received your request on Request of Information for Public Park, dated Nov. 22, 2024. 
While our primary objective is to provide information whenever possible, we regret to inform you that the requested information is not available at this Office. However, we recommend reaching out to Manila City Hall through their website https://manila.gov.ph/contact-us/ or you may visit their office for further assistance. Alternatively, you may resubmit your request to the appropriate agency through the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/.
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FOI Receiving Officer
National Parks Development Committee