During the first quarter of the project, secondary data collection of GIS datasets, maps, and other relevant data from regional offices such as PSA, DENR, DPWH, and DOH was carried out. The Departments of Health and the Department of Public Works and Highways provided updated infrastructure data, such as records of the number of educational and medical facilities. Furthermore, socio-demographic data was obtained from the Philippine Statistics Office – Region 1. Other data, such as climatological and natural hazards, were gathered by requesting access from PHILVOCS and PAGASA websites. 

Meanwhile, necessary data for outlining San Gabriel’s development plans were acquired through communication and coordination with San Gabriel municipal offices such as the MENRO, MAO, and MPDO.