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Central Luzon intensifies anti-insurgency efforts, vows
continuity of development projects

The Joint Regional Task Force to End CAPTION
Local Communist Armed Conflict (JRTF-ELCAC)
III strengthens its anti-insurgency measures and [L-R] DILG-3 Regional Director Karl Caesar R. Rimando, Zambales Governor and Regional Peace and
renews commitments against local insurgency Order Council Chairperson Hon. Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr., Presidential Adviser on Peace,
as the body reviewed its accomplishments for Reconciliation, and Unity and Cabinet Officer for Peace, Development and Security for Region 3 Sec.
the past three years in its 2nd Quarter Meeting Carlito G. Galvez Jr., Bataan Governor and Regional Development Council Chairperson
on June 24, 2022. Hon. Albert Raymond S. Garcia, and Private Sector Representative and RDC Co-Chairperson
Dr. Reynato C. Arimbuyutan during the renewal of the pledge of commitment to work together to
Secretary Carlito G. Galvez, Jr., achieve and sustain peace and development in Central Luzon
Cabinet Officer for Regional Development and
Security for Central Luzon, recognized the Joint
Regional Task Force ELCAC 3 and its peace
partners for their remarkable accomplishments
over the past three years in addressing the
decades-long communist insurgency in the
country.

DILG-3 Regional Director Karl Caesar Rimando affixes his 47 barangays from the provinces of Aurora, Nueva Ecija, and Zambales. The
signature as a manifestation of support to the priority projects are expected to address development gaps on barangays
government’s efforts in ensuring peace and security in the cleared from communist influence.
country.
A resolution approving the Transition Report for the years 2019 to 2022
“From the policies, programs and plans of the JRTF ELCAC 3 was also adopted by the task force. The said report shall
we have formulated, to the various peace present the wealth of success stories and ways forward of Central Luzon Task
building interventions we have carried out, I am Force to the incoming Administration.
pleased to see our efforts to make an impact on
the lives of our beneficiaries, and are now DILG R-3 hosts Field Officers’ Bataan
bearing fruit,” he added. National Convention

Meanwhile, the Regional Task Force To celebrate the Department’s accomplishments for the past six years,
approved a resolution endorsing priority
projects of 47 identified barangays in Central which were made possible thru the untiring efforts of the DILG Field Officers,
Luzon to the Department of Budget and
Management for the immediate release of the Office of the Undersecretary for Local Government (OUSLG), in
funding under the 2022 Support to Barangay
Development Program (SBDP). partnership with the Local Government Academy (LGA), Support to Local

A total of Php188,000,000.00 is Governance Program (SLGP), and DILG Central Luzon spearheaded the DILG
requested for the infrastructure development of
Field Officers’ National Convention Luzon Clusters I and II on May 18-21, 2022

at Quest Plus Conference Center Clark.

The activity sought to discuss the current issues and challenges in

implementing programs; and strengthen the rapport and harmony among

them. All of these against the backdrop of the 2022 transition in national and

local leadership and in the first year of implementation ofto ptahgee 16
Mandanas-Garcia SC Ruling.
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Table of Contents

RPOC III reaffirms collaboration in 2 DILG Bataan’s Featured Project: Bridging 7
maintaining peace in the region Communities, Bettering Lives

DILG R-3 trains 2,325 barangays on better 2 DILG R-3 inks collaborative partnership with 7
Solid Waste Management Wesleyan University of the Philippines for
CSIS 2022

DILG R-3 completes 1st round of Fisheries 3 R-3 LGUs recognized for the implementation 9
Compliance Audit for CY 2021 4 of RGAF Program
LFP Teams Gear Towards Effective Project
Implementation Nueva Ecija Audit Team assesses City 9
and Municipal POCs

DILG R-3 turns over the check to Bataan Peninsula DILG Tarlac awards best performing barangays in
State University to support its ongoing the implementation of Katarungang Pambarangay 10
implementation of the LED4LGUs Program 4
DILG Pampanga forges partnership with
Bulacan State University receives check for stakeholders through LGRC 10
the development of a LED4LGUs Handbook 4

DILG orients CSO Desk Officers 5 ‘Leave no one behind’ spirit spurs in a municipal
DILG R3 Capacitates Barangays on Effective 5 SDG FACEs project Implementation team
Fiscal Management interfacing with the 40 beneficiaries
in Barangay Cabatuan, Botolan, Zambales 11

LGRRC R3 collaborates with TESDA R-3 5 DILG Angeles trains Barangay Officials on GESI 12

DILG R-3 initiates the conduct of PATHS DILG Olongapo conducts CPOC & CADAC post-
for a Drug-free Workplace 6 audit meeting; evaluates BPOCs & BADACs 12
Annual SPARKLE activity and team building
for FAD personnel held Legal Corner 13-14

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Editorial Board

KARL CAESAR R. RIMANDO, CESO III JAY E. TIMBREZA, CESO V
Regional Director Assistant Regional Director

ANITA W. ADRIANO, CPA LERRIE S. HERNANDEZ, EnP. ENER P. CAMBRONERO, CESE

Chief, Finance and Administrative Division Chief, Monitoring and Evaluation Division Chief, Capability Development Division

PROVINCIAL AND CITY DIRECTORS

REGIONAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE DESIGNATED PROVINCIAL/ HUC INFORMATION
OFFICERS

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RPOC III reaffirms collaboration DILG R-3 trains 2,325 barangays on
in maintaining peace in the region better Solid Waste Management

(L-R) 703rd Infantry (AGILA) Brigade COL JOSEPH NORWIN D PASAMONTE, DILG-3 DILG R-3 through its Manila Bay-Program
Assistant Regional Director Jay E. Timbreza and Police Regional Office 3 Regional Management Team (PMT) strengthened its efforts in
Director PBGEN MATTHEW P BACCAY award a plaque of recognition to Governor enhancing Barangay Solid Waste Management (BSWM)
Hermogenes Ebdane, Jr. for his commitment and outstanding leadership for the past through the conduct of series of webinars on the
3 years as RPOC III Chairperson. formulation of the BSWM Action Plan and the functionality of
the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) for the 2,325 barangays
The Regional Peace under the Manila Bay watershed areas in Central Luzon. The
webinars were conducted on June 14 and June 16 via zoom
and Order Council (RPOC) platform and were attended by the Punong Barangay,
Sangguniang Barangay Member (Chair on Environment) and
III tackled the latest issues Barangay Secretary from each barangay.

on internal peace and The conduct of webinars was in collaboration with the
personnel of Environmental Management Bureau R3 who
security, criminality, illegal discussed the functionality of the MRF. On the other hand,
the Manila Bay PMT of the Department tackled the
drugs situation, and other formulation of a Barangay Solid Waste Management Action
Plan. During the activity, participants were given a
critical issues in Central refresher on the correct operation of their Materials
Luzon, during its 2nd Recovery Facility and the different ways on how they can
expand its benefits to the community. The Manila Bay PMT
Quarter Full Council DILG Monitoring and Evaluation Division Chief also shared for the first time the developed tool for the
Meeting on June 16, 2022. Lerrie Hernandez discusses the 1st Semester formulation of a BSWM Action Plan which aims to guide the
Accomplishments and Ways Forward of DILG barangays in their planning process for solid waste
In addition to its Peace and Order Programs. management including a template that they can utilize to
identify the key issues that the action plan will address.
regular agenda, RPOC III Chairperson and Zambales Governor
Among the issues raised by the barangay officials is the
Hon. Hermogenes E. Ebdane, Jr. reminded all the members of lack of funds to procure a parcel of land for their barangay
MRF and the low percentage of households that are
the council to collaborate their efforts and innovative practices segregating wastes. Resource speakers from both the
Department and EMB reminded the barangay officials that it
to fight insurgency and criminality. is among their responsibilities as Barangay SWM Committee
to formulate programs that are in accordance with R.A. 9003
Further, he reiterated the importance of addressing or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act.

social issues and gaining the support of the people in The conduct of the webinars emanated from the recently
concluded Barangay Environmental Compliance Audit (BECA)
maintaining peace in the region. “It’s still a long struggle but through which the Manila Bay PMT determined the lack of BSWM
Action Plans enforced among barangays. The Department hopes
we will do good if we will fight the battle in the hearts and that this activity will jumpstart the further development of
effective and timely programs on solid waste management
minds of our people”, Gov. Ebdane said. among barangays in the Manila Bay watershed areas.

Later in the meeting, the Council awarded a plaque of 2

recognition to Governor Ebdane for his commitment and

outstanding leadership for the past 3 years as the RPOC III

Chairperson.

The RPOC 3 is set to recommend to the NPOC its new

chairperson whom shall be appointed by the President of the

Philippines.

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DILG R-3 completes 1st round of
Fisheries Compliance Audit for CY 2021

On-site inspection of the fish landing site of Pilar, Bataan

The Regional Validation Team (RVT), composed of representatives from DILG, DA-BFAR used to sustain their existing best practices on fisheries
and DENR, during the table assessment of Mariveles, Bataan management as well as for further development of their
programs and plans. DILG R3 commends the LGUs for their
DILG Region 3 together with the members of partner consistent outstanding performance in the audit as well as in
agencies that make up the Regional Validation Team (RVT), the implementation of their programs and plans.
completed the initial table assessment and onsite inspection of 20
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watershed areas for the annually held Fisheries Compliance Audit.
DILG R-3 hosts Field Officers’ Convention...
The Fisheries Compliance Audit, or commonly known as
FishCA, is a program under the Manila Bay Clean-up, Rehabilitation Aside from the
and Preservation Program (MBCRPP) that assesses the compliance of
the LGUs to the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998. The DILG is the interfacing with the Secretary,
lead agency tasked to coordinate and monitor compliance at the LGU
level. a special feature of the

Leading the RVT are members of the Manila Bay Program convention is the Knowledge
Management Team (MB-PMT) from the Department, together with
representatives from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management (KM) in Action
(BFAR), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR),
and the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Politics (PPCRP). The exhibit with all Local
series of assessments and site inspections kicked off on April 19 at
the municipalities of Sasmuan and Lubao in Pampanga and Orion in Governance Regional
Bataan while the rest of the LGUs were each given their assessment
schedules until May 2. During the assessment, the RVT assessed the Resource Centers (LGRRCs)
level of compliance of the different LGUs to the Philippine Fisheries
Code of 1998 using eleven indicators designed to assess their policies participating and showcasing
and plans, monitoring and administration of their municipal waters
and enforcement of the same policies. their Knowledge Management

Among the key findings in the region is the continuous initiatives as well as
development and implementation of technical support to fisher folks
and the presence of comprehensive plans that are centered on the accomplishments vis-à-vis
effective management of their natural resources. Some of the
technical assistance given were distribution of fingerlings and Above photo shows DILG Secretary
trainings on alternative livelihood for the fisher folks.
their role as local governance Eduardo Año, LGA Executive
After the initial table assessment, the RVT will again
convene for the final table assessment and post-validation to experts, innovators, network Director Thelma Vecina and DILG-3
determine the three (3) top-performing LGUs that will receive cash
incentives and will be nominated to qualify to the next round—the Regional Director Karl Caesar Rimando
national validations. The regional awardees will be given cash
incentives amounting to P200,000 for the 1st place, P150,000 for the builders and knowledge as they express their messages of
2nd place and P100, 000 for the 3rd place while the resulting national
awardee will be awarded P1,000,000. These incentives shall then be managers. thanks to all participants.

Said event was participated in by DILG Secretary

Eduardo Año and top management officials with the

Regional Directors, Assistant Regional Directors, Provincial

Directors, City Directors, Cluster Heads, Program Heads,

Division Chiefs, and City and Municipal Local Government

Operations Officers.

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LFP Teams Gear Towards Effective

Project Implementation

The Local Government Capability Development

Division (LG-CDD), through the Project Development and

Management Section (PDMS), conducted a three-day

Assessment of DILG Locally-Funded Projects (LFPs) and

Orientation on the Results-Based Monitoring and

Evaluation (RBME) for LGU Infrastructure Projects on

June 22-24, 2022 at the Best Western Bendix Hotel, City of

San Fernando, Pampanga. Given the bulk of LFPs being

implemented by the Department, it is deemed necessary

for the Regional and Provincial LFP Teams to meet, discuss,

and ensure the continuous implementation and monitoring

of said projects.

Through the activity, the needs and strengths of (L-R) CDD Assistant Division Chief Lee Allen Pineda welcomes the participants while DILG-3
every project was discussed. Reporting schemes and Regional Director Karl Caesar Rimando delivers his message.

processes were also streamlined to ensure a smooth In his message, Dir. Karl Caesar R. Rimando extended his
monitoring procedure in pursuit of successful project appreciation for the continuous efforts of all LFP Focal Teams given the
implementation. It was participated in by the DILG Regional current situation in the country. Indeed, despite the pandemic and
and Provincial Focal Persons, Cluster Team Leaders, other limitations confronting our movements, all DILG Region III LFP
Program Managers, and DILG Provincial Engineers to Focal Teams remain committed to the vision and goals of the
present the status of LFPs and to discuss the issues Department.
encountered during the implementation proper.

DILG R-3 turns over the check to Bataan Peninsula Bulacan State University receives check
State University to support its ongoing
for the development of a LED4LGUs
implementation of the LED4LGUs Program Handbook

DILG R-3, thru Local Government - Capability On June 16, 2022, DILG Region III, through its representative,
Development Division (LG-CDD) Assistant Chief Engr. Engr. Darryl L. Salvador, Consultancy and Technical Assistance
Lee Allen B. Pineda, officially turned over the check, Section Chief, officially turned over the check amounting to P145,000
amounting to P68,750, to Mr. Yves Consunji, University to Mr. Armand C. Gonzales, Administrative Officer I and Cashier of
Planning Officer of Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU) Bulacan State University, in support of the funding for the creation
on May 4, 2022. and development of the Local Economic Development for Local
Government Units (LED4LGUs) Handbook.
The said check is in support of the ongoing
implementation of the Local Economic Development for The LED4LGUs Handbook, which aims to provide a quick
Local Government Units (LED4LGUs) Program for the 3rd reference manual to local government units in understanding and
and 4th class municipalities in the province of Bataan. In implementing strengthened local economic development programs,
collaboration with DILG R3’s Local Governance Resource is a unique project of DILG Central Luzon’s Local Governance
Center - Linkage Facility (LGRC-LF), DILG Bataan has Resource Center (LGRC). This LED4LGUs Program funded project is a
partnered with and tapped the expertise of the faculty of symbolism of DILG Region III’s commitment in finding unique and
Bataan Peninsula State University in effectively and alternative methods of providing technical assistance to all the cities
efficiently facilitating the rollout of the said program. and municipalities within the region.

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DILG orients CSO Desk Officers on Effective Fiscal Management

LG-CDD Chief Ener Cambronero clarifies the queries and concerns of the CSO DILG-3 Assistant Regional Director Jay Timbreza emphasizes that barangays have
Desk Officers on DILG MC 2019-72 the most important role in the roll out of the national government’s programs since
they would be the ones responsible for working on the ground and directly
The Department has issued Memorandum Circular 2021- overseeing their constituents.
054, which enjoins all local government units to establish their
respective CSO Desks as well as to create and institutionalize the On June 1, 2022, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte issued
local People's Council in each province, city, and municipality. The Executive Order No. 138 providing further guidance on the Full
Memorandum aims to increase CSO participation in government Devolution following the Supreme Court Ruling on the Mandanas-
processes by emphasizing its importance in the pursuit of more Garcia petition. Under Section 9 of E.O. 138, the Department of
participatory and responsive governance and empowered citizenry. the Interior and Local Government (DILG), through the Local
Government Academy (LGA), was directed to oversee the
In order to capacitate the CSO Desk Officers and DILG capacity development interventions for local governments and
Provincial CSO Focal Persons, DILG Region 3 through the Local develop appropriate mechanisms to ensure the efficient
Government Capability Development Division (LGCDD) - Local utilization of government resources on this effort.
Development Planning and Special Programs Section (LDPSP),
conducted a two-day Regional Orientation-Workshop for CSO Desk In line with this and consistent with its mandate of
Officers on April 7-8, 2022 at Otel Pampanga, Lazatin Boulevard, capacitating local governments, DILG Region 3, through the Local
City of San Fernando, Pampanga. It was participated in by CSO Desk Government Capability Development Division (LGCDD), initiated
Officers of the LGUs in Central Luzon and DILG Central, Regional, the conduct of Enhancing the Capacity of Barangays on Effective
and Provincial CSO Focal Persons. Fiscal Management towards Full Devolution on June 9-10, 2022 at
the Best Western Bendix Hotel, City of San Fernando, Pampanga.
Through the activity, various platforms for CSO
participation in local governance were discussed along with the This activity is an intervention designed to further equip
roles and responsibilities of CSO Desk Officers. It has highlighted LGUs in actively fulfilling their roles and their relevance to
and educated the participants on the importance of CSO development specifically in the area of fiscal management in line
participation towards realizing an inclusive local governance. with the implementation of the full devolution. It also aimed to
ensure the effective and efficient provision of basic services and
LGRRC R3 collaborates with TESDA R-3 discharge of devolved duties and functions of the LGUs to the
public.
DILG Region 3 personnel and officers led by the LGRRC
Program Manager, Dir. Jay E. Timbreza, had a coordination meeting In his welcome remarks, ARD Jay E. Timbreza thanked the
with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority participating barangay officials on the critical role that the
(TESDA) Region III officials on April 5, 2022 at DILG R-3 Conference barangays played in manning COVID-19 specific duties and
Room. During the discussion, TESDA presented the agency’s responsibilities during the height of the pandemic, these tasks
current plans for growth and how DILG Region 3’s Local include the “pamimigay ng ayuda” and the manning of barangay
Governance Regional Resource Center can be of service to help checkpoints. He also emphasized that barangays have the most
them spread the word regarding their priority programs, projects, important role in the roll out of the national government’s
and activities (PPAs). programs since they would be the ones responsible for working
on the ground and directly overseeing their constituents.
One of the main points tackled in the dialogue is the
importance of Community Training and Employment Coordinators At the end of the activity, the 10 target barangays were
(CTECs). In line with the implementation of the Mandanas-Garcia capacitated on Effective Fiscal Management towards Full
Ruling and the devolution of certain national functions to the local Devolution. The collaboration with the Local Resource
government units, competency-based training (CBT) has been Institution (LRI), NEUST, also proved to be successful and
devolved by empowering LGUs to conduct their own training thru opportunities for more collaborations in the future were laid on
the establishment and capacity-building of CTECs. the table.

Through the meeting, participants were enlightened on the
crucial roles of CTECs in developing and harnessing the skills and
talents of locals. DILG and TESDA Region 3 agreed to continuously
work together and collaborate towards the pursuit of enhancing
and empowering LGUs and the public.

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DILG R-3 initiates the conduct of
PATHS for a Drug-free Workplace

To ensure that DILG employees are free from the DILG-3 Regional Director Karl Caesar Rimando presents the Certificate of Appreciation to
hazards of drug use and are physically and psychologically PDEA PIO Glenn Guillermo for sharing his expertise on the topic. Also in photo is DILG-3
fit to render public service, the Office provides various Assistant Regional Director Jay Timbreza.
interventions and activities, as well as random drug testing
for employees pursuant to Republic Act No. 9165 Furthermore, Ms. Agnes N. Alipio, Senior Health Program
otherwise known as the Dangerous Drugs Ac of 1972 [as Officer for Non-Communicable Disease Cluster, Department of Health
Amended]. Region III, proceeded on her discussion about the Civil Service
Commission (CSC) Memorandum Circular No. 13, s. 2017 which
Through his leadership, Regional Director provides for the conduct of the mandatory random drug test for
Karl Caesar R. Rimando, spearheaded the conduct of the public officials and employees; and the establishment and
2022 Personnel Assistance and Training for Health and institutionalization of drug-free workplace policies.
Safety (PATHS) for a Drug-Free Workplace” held on May
30, 2022 [Hybrid] via Face-to-Face at the DILG Regional
Office III, LGRRC, DMGC, Maimpis, City of San Fernando
Pampanga and via Zoom Online Conferencing Platform.

RD Rimando emphasized the importance of a drug-
free work place, and how the activity is vital in attaining
the Safety Seal Certification which affirms that an
establishment or an organization is compliant with the
minimum public health standards.

Mr. Glenn M. Guillermo, Public Information Officer,
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Region III,
discussed matters regarding the Dangerous Drugs Board
Regulation No. 13, s. 2018; as well as the Unlawful Acts and
Penalties stipulated under the Republic Act No. 9165.

Annual SPARKLE activity and team building for FAD personnel held

As DILG Central Luzon implements its Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs) to components of common government
materialize its mission and vision towards peaceful, progressive, resilient, and happy transactions and different issuances of
communities, one of its outcome frameworks is focused on Strengthening the Internal government institutions including the
Organizational Capacity to provide effective and efficient service delivery. TEV Fare Matrix; Republic Act No.
9184 otherwise known as the
The annual activity, “Systems, Performance, Accomplishment Review Cum Government Procurement Reform
Knowledge Levelling and Enhancement Program (SPARKLE)” was held on May 11 – 13, Act; Republic Act No. 6713 otherwise
2022. known as the Code of Conduct and
Ethical Standards for Public Officials
To provide learning interventions to all the participants from the administrative and Employees; and provided
group, the Office through its Finance and Administrative Division (FAD) provided scaled-up discussion on Records
learning interventions on the various office policies and protocols awareness; updates and Information Data Management.

Part two of the said activity
was held at Miami Beach Resort
Morong, Bataan. A team building
program for the administrative
personnel of DILG Central Luzon was
conducted to be able to create an
atmosphere conducive to good
working relationships; and likewise to
instill in the hearts of all the
participants that their individual
contributions, efforts and sacrifices
are being valued and recognized.

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Provincial/ HUC News

DILG Bataan’s Featured Project:
,

The fisherfolk of Balut-Wawa community, in the coastal town of Orion, reinforced plastic. Unlike wood, this material
Bataan recall their experience of getting to the other side of San Vicente River does not require much maintenance due to its
through their old hanging bridge. The then wooden platform, as they describe, minimal water absorption rate and is
was rather unsafe to cross as it would start to wobble and sway when people engineered to keep the structure corrosion-free
traversed it. in the saline environment. Moreover, the green
metal mesh on both sides of the bridge is a
Aggravating the already problematic situation, the said decade-old bridge perfect complement to the color palette of trees
was severely damaged in the midst of torrential rain brought by Typhoon and mangroves in the background.
Ulysses in late 2020. Consequently, the municipal government designed and
implemented the rehabilitation of the 55-meter bridge using local funds and the With its reopening, the bridge supports
national subsidy under the FY 2021 Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction not only the residents’ economic and social
Assistance Program. activities, but also their ability to live. The access
infrastructure will also further develop a sense
Seemingly a welcome arc for the fishing boats coming from Manila Bay, of connection for the two barangays despite
the new suspension bridge features a two-meter deck made of fiberglass being separated by an estuary. Most
importantly, so long as this structure stands
over their main source of livelihood and serves
as a thoroughfare to critical services, the people
in the community will remain unswayed by life’s
adversities.

DILG R-3 inks collaborative partnership with Wesleyan University
of the Philippines for CSIS 2022

(L-R) DILG Aurora Provincial Director,
Atty. Ofelio A. Tactac, Jr. DILG
Regional Director Karl Caesar R.
Rimando, Wesleyan University of the
Philippines President - Judge
Benjamin T. Turgano (RET.), WUP-
Aurora School Administrator, Dra.
Estrella C. Buenaventura, and LGU
Maria Aurora, Aurora MPDC, Nicasio
Gatchalian, representing Mayor
Amado M. Geneta during the
ceremonial MOA signing for the
implementation of CSIS for FY 2022 in
the Municipality of Maria Aurora

In pursuit of good local governance, DILG Region 3 DILG-3 Regional Director Karl Caesar R. Rimando and DILG
formalized its partnership with the Wesleyan University of the Aurora Provincial Director Atty. Ofelio A. Tactac, Jr. were joined
Philippines, through the Ceremonial Memorandum of by the Wesleyan University of the Philippines President - Judge
Agreement (MOA) signing on April 22, 2022, at the AMCO Beach Benjamin T. Turgano (RET.) WUP-Aurora School Administrator,
Resort, Brgy. Sabang, Baler, Aurora. Dra. Estrella C. Buenaventura and LGU Maria Aurora, Aurora

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DILG R-3 inks collaborative partnership...

(L-R) DILG-3 Regional Director Karl Caesar Rimando and DILG Aurora Provincial
Director Atty. Ofelio Tactac, Jr. deliver their messages during the activity.

MPDC, Nicasio Gatchalian, represenating Mayor Amado M. Geneta for the Representing Hon. Mayor Amado M. Geneta of LGU Maria
ceremonial MOA signing for the implementation of the Citizen Satisfaction Aurora, Aurora, MPDC Nicasio Gatchalian extended his support to
Index System (CSIS) for FY 2022 in the Municipality of Maria Aurora. the DILG and WUP for the program implementation. “Kung
anuman po ang maging resulta nitong pag aaral na ito,
The agreement signed by the DILG and the WUP details the nangangako ang LGU Maria Aurora na lalo nating pag-iibayuhin
partnership between the two institutions to conduct CSIS in the ang ating serbisyo publiko. With this partnership, let us all hope for
municipality of Maria Aurora, Aurora this year. the best.”, Gatchalian said.

CSIS is a tool to measure the citizen’s perception of their local In his closing message, PD Tactac extended his gratitude to
government’s delivery of services and aid the concerned local government the WUP and LGU Maria Aurora for accepting the partnership with
units (LGUs) in improving their performance. the DILG. “We do not have a monopoly of knowledge, we need
inputs and participation from other people, with different
“As we plan to tie up and integrate the SGLG to the results of the approaches, with different expertise, and with different
CSIS, we are really grateful for the open-mindedness of the LGU to accept knowledge. We have to consider that in order for knowledge - to
this program. At sana po ay magtulungan lamang tayo and tingnan po be permanent, to be substantial - we have to build multi-
natin ang magiging magandang resulta ng CSIS upang makita natin at mas collaborations, for this will help us grow and propagate not only as
mapabuti ang ating paglilingkod at pagdedeliver ng basic services hindi a person, but as an institution. Dito po sa CSIS, ang ating main
lamang sa Maria Aurora kung hindi sa iba pang mga kababayan natin.”, purpose is to know kung ano ba talaga ang opinion, pananaw, at
Dir. Rimando, said in his opening message. tingin ng mga mamamayan sa mga serbisyong inilalabas at
ginagawa ng ating mga LGUs, so that they can improve their service
The MOA signing is the start of a more significant partnership delivery”, Atty. Tactac highlighted.
between the DILG and WUP to help improve socioeconomic conditions,
advance the appreciation of public affairs, and effectively transform into The CSIS uses a mix of quantitative and qualitative research
becoming productive and development partners. methods through face-to-face interviews with residents randomly
sampled from the barangays of the target LGUs on their
Along with the representatives from the WUP faculty, also present awareness, availment, satisfaction and gauge on the need-for-
to witness the momentous activity are DILG Region 3 Division Chiefs Lerrie action of services across various areas. Data gathering and
Hernandez and Ener Cambronero, along with the Regional CSIS Team, interpreting results are performed by research and academic
Edith Macalino and Guian Carla Gutierrez, with the DILG Aurora CSIS Team institutions commissioned by DILG to ensure non-partisanship of
LGOO VI Amado Angara, LGOO V Madam Cassey Buenaventura and ADA IV the exercises.
Gerald Philip Esteves.
CSIS aims to inform LGUs and other sectors such as civil
During his acceptance of the program, WUP President, Judge societies, academe, and national government agencies on the
Benjamin T. Turgano (RET.) highlighted their willingness to take part in the value of the collected feedback from a cross-section of the
implementation of the program. “This partnership presents vast and population.
promising capabilities not only between the DILG and the WUP, but also to
our stakeholders. We are committed to deliver the best kind of assistance 8
we can provide, to give quality research and extension service as expected
from us, and we look forward to more productive collaborations as we
move forward to a year with encompassing dedication to improve the lives
of the community we serve”, said Judge Turgano.

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R-3 LGUs recognized for the implementation of RGAF Program

(L-R) LGOO II Apollo De Leon, LGOO III Alyssa May Del Rosario and
Provincial Director Darwin D. David of DILG Bulacan receive the
Certificate of Recognition from Regional Director Karl Caesar Rimando
of Region III and RGAF PMO Head Crystal Eunice Dela Cruz-Tan for the
implementation of the RGAF in the Province of Bulacan.

(L-R) LGU functionaries and Home Owners Association (HOA) representatives from the City The DILG through the CLRG-PMO, established
of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan receive the Certificates of Recognition from Regional the provisions of RGAF which aimed to strengthen
Director Karl Caesar Rimando of Region III and RGAF PMO Head Crystal Eunice Dela Cruz- the capacity of partner LGUs on resettlement
Tan for the implementation of the RGAF in the Province of Bulacan. governance by providing technical assistance in
crafting local structures, policies and programs and
DILG Central Office spearheaded the conduct of the 2022 financial assistance for the provision of basic services,
Resettlement Governance Assistance Fund Awards and Recognition for waste management and peace and order concerns.
Region 3 on April 28, 2022 at Hive Hotel & Convention Place, Scout
Tuazon, Diliman Quezon, City. DILG key officers of central, regional and
provincial offices, local government unit
The one-day face to face activity is the culmination of the RGAF representatives and members of homeowners’
program, in line with the successful implementation of the Resettlement association were present during the activity.
Governance Assistance Fund (RGAF) of 2017 and 2019 to the partner local
government units in Region 3, specifically in the province of Bulacan DILG Secretary Eduardo M. Año
covering Balagtas, Bocaue, Norzagaray, Pandi, and City of San Jose del and Undersecretary Epimaco V. Densing expressed
Monte. their appreciation to everyone present for their
commitment in the implementation of the program.
Nueva Ecija Audit Team assesses
City and Municipal POCs LGOO II Apollo P. de Leon)

The Nueva Ecija Peace and Order (POC) Provincial Assessment The Nueva Ecija Peace and Order (POC) Provincial Assessment Team
(PAT) during the conduct of POC table assessment
Team (PAT) chaired by DILG Nueva Ecija together with the Provincial

Government of Nueva Ecija (PGNE), the Philippine Drug Enforcement

Agency (PDEA) Nueva Ecija and the Nueva Ecija Police Provincial Office

(NEPPO) convened to conduct table assessment of five City Peace and

Order Councils (CPOCs) and 27 Municipal Peace and Order Councils

(MPOCs) on May 12, 2022 at the DILG Nueva Ecija Provincial Office.

DILG Nueva was represented by LGOO V Vivorey S. Lapitan
while PGNE was represented by Mr. Rodelio B. Lugod. Also, IAIII
Jenlyn Abejuela of PDEA Nueva Ecija, PLTCOL Julius Caesar Manucdoc,
PCPL Joanna Marie Tawatao, and PCPL Jefferson Pascual of NEPPO
were present during the activity.

LGOO V Lapitan discussed the POC indicators and presented
the pre-assessed scores of the CPOCs and MPOCs per indicator.

The POC audit was conducted to foster a stronger
collaboration between the LGU, the law enforcement agencies, and
the community in the fight against criminality, illegal drugs, insurgency,
and violent extremism towards the creation of an enabling
environment where peace and order and public safety activities are
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DILG Tarlac awards best performing barangays in the implementation

of Katarungang Pambarangay

Cash incentives and certificates are given to Barangay Poblacion San Manuel, Tarlac for being the Most Outstanding Lupong Tag apamayapa 4th – 6th Class
Municipality Category .

DILG Tarlac under the leadership of PD Belina T. Herman, Cash incentives provided by the Provincial
conducted the awarding ceremony of CY 2022 Lupong Government headed by Governor Susan Yap amounting to
Tagapamayapa Incentives and Awards (LTIA) Provincial Winners 30,000, 20,000 and P10,000.00 respectively and certificates
for the best performing barangays of the Province on June 9, 2022 were awarded to the said barangays by DILG Provincial
at the Diwa ng Tarlac, Tarlac City. Director Belina T. Herman, Cluster Team Leader
Renalyn Iglesias, together with the DILG Officer assigned in
LTIA is an annual search in recognition of the outstanding the concerned LGU and Lupong Tagapamayapa members.
performance of barangays in the implementation and promotion
of Katarungang Pambarangays. PD Herman, in her message, commended the
exemplary performance of the Lupong Tagapamayapa of
The activity aimed to recognize the top-performing Capas, Gerona, San Manuel and Tarlac City for upholding
barangays with exemplary performance in strengthening the and living up the aspirations of the barangay justice system.
Katarungang Pambarangay as a system of justice for the purpose

of amicable settling disputes through mediation, conciliation, or DILG Pampanga forges partnership
arbitration at the grassroots level without resorting to the courts.
After a thorough assessment of the entries, the awarding with stakeholders through LGRC

of results was presented, per category: Various collaborations await the province as the DILG

Barangay Poblacion San Manuel, Tarlac Pampanga strengthened its Local Governance Resource Center
Most Outstanding Lupong Tagapamayapa (LGRC) through a series of activities for the second quarter of
4th – 6th Class Municipality Category 2022.

The signing of a Memorandum of Agreement for the

Barangay Mayang, La Paz, Tarlac Multi-Stakeholders Advisory Committee (MSAC) on
3rd Most Outstanding Lupong Tagapamayapa April 5, 2022 kicked off the series of activities which inked the
1st—3rd Class Municipality Category office’s partnership with its stakeholders.

As the implementing arm of the DILG Pampanga's LGRC,

Barangay New Salem, Gerona, Tarlac the Pampanga MSAC will primarily focus on spearheading
2nd Most Outstanding Lupong Tagapamayapa activities and programs that aim to share knowledge and
1st – 3rd Class Municipality Category develop best practices for the improvement of delivery of
public services.

Barangay O'Donnel Capas, Aside from officially marking the partnership of the
Most Outstanding Lupong Tagapamayapa MSAC, the MOA signing served as the starting point for the
1st – 3rd Class Municipality Category planning of the Committee for future activities that would
benefit Kapampangans in various areas.

Barangay San Carlos Tarlac City, Tarlac Consequently, the official logo of the DILG Pampanga
Most Outstanding Lupong Tagapamayapa LGRC was also presented to the MSAC members and was
Component City Category
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DILG Pampanga forges...

officially launched on May 2, 2022 before all the DILG
Pampanga personnel. The official logo will be used in
all the upcoming activities of the MSAC.

Elements in the LGRC logo, which showcase

the identity and rich culture of Kapampangan, reflect

the following:

Upper Circle - Features Ligligan ning Parul and DILG Pampanga Provincial Director Myrvi Apostol-Fabia awards the Certificate of Appreciation
Hot Air Balloon. It symbolizes festivals in to DHVSU President Enrique Baking for the LRI’s valuable support to the Pampanga LGRC.
Pampanga
Left Circle - Features Mt. Arayat and Pampanga
River. It symbolizes the Natural resources of the
province
Right Circle - Features various Kapampanga
Cuisine. It symbolizes Pampanga as the
culinary capital of the Philippines
Bottom Circle - Highlights the Kulitan script, the
indigenous script of Pampanga. Bottom Square -
Features the map of Pampanga.

‘Leave no one behind’ spirit spurs in a municipal SDG FACEs project
Implementation team interfacing with the 40 beneficiaries
in Barangay Cabatuan, Botolan, Zambales

MLGOO Shieralyn Esteban explains the SDGs prior the commitment setting Municipal Civil Registry (MCR) and the
Philippine National Police (PNP).
DILG Botolan Field Office in partnership with the Local Government Unit
of Botolan Sustainable Development Goals Family Based Actions for Children An orientation of the SDG FACEs
and their Environs (SDG FACEs) Implementation Team facilitated an interfacing program by Municipal Local Government
cum commitment setting for the fulfillment of the SDGs, with the 40 Operations Officer Shieralyn B. Esteban was
beneficiaries from the geographically isolated and disadvantaged area (GIDA) of followed by a workshop facilitated by the LGU
Barangay Cabatuan, Botolan, Zambales on June 22, 2022 at the Cabatuan functionaries. The exercise revealed that the
Integrated School. most pressing issues being faced by the families
are lack of livelihood, insufficient rice supply
The activity primarily aimed to provide a comprehensive discussion of and lack of potable water source.
the SDG FACEs project with the beneficiaries, carry-out workshop that would
identify their development needs for intervention, and secure their In response, OIC - MSWDO Isagani Ecle,
commitment to support the project. Municipal Agriculturist Ramon Dolojan and
Municipal Planning and Development
Said undertaking was participated in by the 40 families with their child Coordinator Melanie Baysa shared the projects,
beneficiary, Barangay Council of Cabatuan, Municipal Social Welfare and programs and activities of the LGU and the
Development Office (MSWDO), Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO), Municipal national government that are in the pipeline
Planning and Development Office (MPDO), Municipal Health Office (MHO), and may be accessed and provided to the
concerned families to resolve their needs.
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Barangay Cabatuan is a beneficiary of the
Support to Barangay Development Program
(SBDP) of the national government and is
bound to receive funding for the construction
of Level II water system in the locality, which is
the identified priority project of the barangay.

Further, in the commitment setting,

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DILG Angeles trains Barangay Officials
DILG Angeles City in coordination with the
on GESI Angeles City Barangay Secretaries Association (ACBASA) and
Angeles City Barangay Treasurers League (ACBTL),
DILG Olongapo conducts CPOC & conducted a Training Workshop on Gender and
CADAC post-audit meeting; evaluates Development Planning Prioritizing Gender Equality and
Social Inclusion on May 25-26, 2022 at Tagaytay Haven,
BPOCs & BADACs Cavite. This was held to discuss newly expanded concepts in
addressing unequal access to opportunities.

“We need to be aware na hindi lang ang
kababaihan ang usually nakaka-experience ng
disadvantages sa ating society at sa pagkuha ng mga
oportunidad,” said DILG City Director
Martin Porres B. Moral during his message. “Ang mga PWD,
ethnic minorities at iba pang vulnerable sectors ay hindi rin
dapat naiiwanan sa pag-unlad.”

The activity aimed to capacitate the barangay
officials in the systematic planning and implementation of
programs and inclusive policies that offer access to
livelihood assets and services for all, including the
women, the poor and excluded.

Gender Equality and Social Inclusion or GESI is an
advocacy campaign to deliver specific actions and activities
that tackle the persistent challenges and barriers that are
holding not just women, but also people with disabilities,
ethnic minorities, and other vulnerable sectors in achieving
their full potential through enhancing opportunities, access
to resources, voice and respect for rights.

The Local Government Units are expected to
implement existing policies and programs against the
discrimination of persons based on age, disability, national
or ethnic origin, language, religious affiliation or belief,
political affiliation or belief, health status, physical features,
sexual orientation, and gender identity and expression.

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“Leave no one behind”...

MLGOO Esteban explained that apart from being

beneficiaries, the families shall serve as dynamic

DILG Olongapo City has conducted a post-audit meeting on the 2019 & 2021 partners of the national and local government in

City Peace and Order Council (CPOC) and City Anti-Drug Abuse Council (CADAC) responding to the challenges of the SDGs in

performance audits on June 14, 2022. It also led the evaluation of Barangay Peace and uplifting the principle that no one gets left

Order Committees (BPOCs) and Barangay Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (BADACs). behind, and that the family’s role to eradicate

This was conducted to communicate the initial assessment results by the poverty in all its forms, end discrimination and

POC & ADAC Regional Audit Team (RAT) based on the submitted documentation exclusion, and reduce the inequalities and

through the POC Audit System and ADAC Functionality Monitoring System. DILG vulnerabilities is essential to promote the way of

Olongapo pointed out the areas for improvement of Olongapo CPOC and CADAC, to life of their children.

which the CPOC and CADAC representatives agreed. LGOO VI Fernando M. Erese Jr., In his message, Barangay Kagawad

DILG City Focal Person, said that the final results shall be transmitted to the City William Dumlao expressed their barangay’s

Government of Olongapo through an official letter and scorecard from DILG Region III. gratitude to the functionaries for selecting

Also, DILG Olongapo City Director Amada T. Dumagat led the BPOC Barangay Cabatuan as the pilot barangay

Evaluation Task Force with its member-agencies Olongapo City Police Office, Liga ng beneficiary for SDG FACEs project. “Nakikiusap

mga Barangay – Olongapo, and Batang ‘Gapo Peoples’ Organization Inc, in auditing din po ako sa mga kabarangay na magtulungan

the BPOCs of the 17 component barangays of Olongapo based on four indicators po tayo. Kung kailangan po ay ibigay rin po natin

namely Structure, People, System, and Innovations & Good Practices. Afterwards, the agad ang mga kakailanganing impormasyon ng

ADAC Audit Team assessed the 17 BADACs on five compliance standards of munisipyo para agarang maisagawa ang mga

Organizational Development, Citizens’ Participation & Capacity Development, programa,” he added.

Rehabilitation & Reintegration Referral System, Education & Advocacy, and Program The interfacing ended with the provision

Sustainability. of immediate basic needs such as vaccines, birth

The BPOC and BADAC performance audits are the respective barangay-level registration, school supplies and hygiene kits,

versions of the CPOC and CADAC performance audit conducted in compliance with among others by the local government and the

DILG MC No. 2020-047, DILG-DDB JMC No. 2018-01, and DILG MC No. 2018-135. DILG.

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youth investment program pursuant to Republic Act (R.A.) No.
Legal Corner 10742 or the SK Reform Act of 2015. Carlos argued that the
Sangguniang Panlungsod of Valenzuela has no jurisdiction to
By: Atty. Chairmaine Jacqueline I. Paulino hear, investigate, or discipline her. Since she was holding the
concurrent positions of SK chairperson, SK federation
This is a case of removal of a Sanggunian Kabataan Official, both as President, and ex-officio member of the Sangguniang
a Chairperson and Federation President by the Sangguniang Panlungsod of Valenzuela City, she maintained that her
Panlungsod. The issues raised here are the following: removal must be governed by the Local Government Code
(LGC).
1. Whether the Sangguniang Panlungsod of a highly-
urbanized city may remove an SK federation president The RTC dismissed the petition of Carlos for lack of
from office; jurisdiction. The RTC ruled that the proper remedy to assail
the action of the Sangguniang Panlungsod is an appeal to the
2. Whether the Sangguniang Panlungsod of a highly- OP pursuant to Section 35 and 38 of JMC No. 2017-01 within
urbanized city may remove an SK chairperson from 30 days from receipt of the decision. The RTC ruled that since
office without court intervention; and there is no provision in JMC No. 2017-01 for the filing of a
motion for reconsideration from a decision of the Sanggunian,
3. Whether the removal from office of an SK chairperson the petitioner had until November 30, 2018 to appeal to the
by the Sangguniang Panlungsod also constitutes the OP and she failed to do so. Thus, it was held that Carlos can no
removal of the same officer as the SK federation longer appeal the assailed decision of the Sanggunian.
president.
On the other hand, Carlos filed two separate appeals before
Janine Alexandra R. Carlos, the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) the Court of Appeals, in CA-G.R. SP No. 160131 Carlos assailed
Chairperson of Brgy. Marulas, was elected on May 22, 2018. She is her removal as the SK Federation President while in the
also the elected president of the Pederasyon ng mga SK of CA-GR. SP No. 162895, she questioned her removal as the SK
Valenzuela City (SK Federation) and an ex-officio member of its Chairperson of Brgy. Marulas.
Sangguniang Panlungsod. During her tenure, the SK Federation
observed that she had been remiss in her duties as SK Federation As to CA-G.R. SP No. 160131, the CA reversed the RTC and
President due to her unjustified absences and uncooperative ruled that it is the OP that has the authority to remove an SK
behavior. It was noted that even after the lapse of several months federation president, who is also an ex-officio member of the
from the time she assumed office, the SK Federation was unable Sangguniang Panlungsod. The CA explained that Section 32 of
to start with its projects, programs, or activities because of her JMC No. 2017-01 is clear that the OP has jurisdiction over any
absence. complaint for disciplinary action, suspension, and removal
against the president of the SK Federation in a highly
Consequently, the SK Federation approved the installation and urbanized city. With respect to officers other than the
recognition of SK Federation's Vice President, Chiqui Marie N. president, the complaint must be filed before the Sangguniang
Carreon (Carreon), as the new president of the SK Federation. Panlungsod. The CA pointed out that the assailed resolution of
Thereafter, the Sangguniang Panlungsod of Valenzuela City the Sangguniang Panlungsod is void for want of jurisdiction
approved Resolution No. 11697 series of 2018, recognizing the because Carlos is an SK Federation President of Valenzuela
decision of SK Federation to install Carreon as its new SK City, a highly urbanized city.
Federation president. Hence, Carlos filed a petition for certiorari
before the Regional Trial Court (RTC), insisting that her removal as As to CA-GR. SP No. 162895, the CA upheld the validity of the
SK Federation President and the assumption by Carreon as the removal of Carlos, explaining that R.A. No. 10742 must govern
new SK Federation President effectively removed her without due the removal of an SK official as it is a special and more recent
process. She added that the SK Federation has no power to pass a law and should be considered an exception to the Local
resolution to remove her without complying with the provision of Government Code (LGC). The CA found that the Sangguniang
the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), Panlungsod of Valenzuela duly complied with its promulgated
Commission on Elections (COMELEC), and National Youth rules and the provisions of R.A. No. 10742 on the removal of
Commission (NYC) Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) No. 2017-01, Carlos as the SK chairperson of Brgy. Marulas.
which purportedly mandated that the complaint be lodged with
the Office of the President (OP). Further, in reconciling the seemingly conflicting decisions of
the CA in CAG.R. SP No. 160131 and CA-G.R. No. SP No.
Meanwhile, on October 16, 2018, Enrico Mauhay (Mauhay) and 162895, it was ruled that since under R.A. No. 10742, the SK
Reniel Montanez (Montanez) filed a joint administrative complaint
before Sangguniang Panlungsod Secretariat of Valenzuela City
against Carlos. They alleged that despite having assumed office as
the SK chairperson for more than three months, Carlos failed to
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from page 14 grounds:
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Legal Corner (d) Failure to formulate the Comprehensive
Barangay Youth Development Plan and the Annual
Federation shall be composed of the SK chairpersons of Barangay Youth Investment Program, or approve
barangays in a city, such as Valenzuela, and among them shall be the annual budget within the prescribed period of
elected a president, upon Carlos' removal as an SK chairperson, time without justifiable reason;
she was also effectively removed from her position as the city's
SK federation president. Hence, Carlos remained as Valenzuela x x x x (Emphases supplied)
City's SK federation president prior to her sanctioned removal as
SK chairperson of Brgy. Marulas on January 21, 2019. After said Based on the import of the quoted provision replicated in
date, she ceased to be an SK chairperson, an SK federation the Implementing Rules and Regulations, jurisdiction over
president, and an ex-officio member of the Sangguniang disciplinary action based on any of the enumerated grounds
Panlungsod of Valenzuela, City. is with the Sanggunian that has jurisdiction over the
concerned SK official.
Was the CA correct?
Yes. The Supreme Court laid down the following rules: 3. The removal of Carlos as SK chairperson of Brgy. Marula
1. The concerned Sanggunian (HUC) cannot remove from office necessarily resulted in her removal as the SK federation
an SK Federation President. president of Valenzuela City.
- It is clearly provided in the Section 32 of RA 10742 that the OP -JMC No. 2017-01 only provides for the removal of any
has jurisdiction over the administrative complaint against Carlos officer in an SK Federation of which Carlos was president. It
as the SK federation president of Valenzuela City. does not apply to acts or omissions relative to the duties of
2. The concerned Sanggunian mav remove from office an elected any SK official whose removal is covered by the provisions
SK official based on any of the grounds enumerated in Section 18, of R.A. No. 10742.The mechanism for the removal from
Rule 10742. office of an SK Federation officer is found in Sections 32 to
- Prior to the enactment of R.A. No. 107 42, the grounds and 38 of JMC No. 2017-01.
manner of suspending or removing an elected official, including
elected SK officials, were found in Section 60 of the LGC. While Take away:
the said provision was not expressly mentioned in the repealing
clause of R.A. 10742, it is clear that the Congress intended to Prior R.A. 10742, the power of the Sanggunians to remove/
repeal or modify it to the extent applicable to SK officials to make dismiss local officials were rendered unconstitutional, thus
it consistent with the provisions of the SK Reform Act. Therefore, limiting the penalty to fine, reprimand and suspension.
the provision in the LGC mandating intervention by the proper However, in the advent of R.A. 10742, the Sanggunians may
court before removing an elected official is superseded by R.A. now impose the penalty of dismissal provided that the
No. 10742 insofar as SK officials are concerned. official involved is a Sangguniang Kabataan officer and the
acts complained of is among the grounds provided in R.A.
Following the enactment of the SK Reform Act in 2015, 10742. As to removal of SK Federation Official, it will still be
suspension and removal of SK officials may now be carried out by covered by Section 31 and 32 of JMC no. 2017-01.
the concerned Sanggunian without court action. Section 18 of
R.A. No. 10742 states: Finally, removal as SK Chairperson necessarily includes the
removal as SK Federation Official, whereas removal as SK
Section 18. Suspension and Removal .from Office. – Federation Official is not tantamount to removal as SK
Any elected official of the Sangguniang Kabataan may, Chairperson.
after due process, be suspended for not more than six
(6) months or removed from office by majority vote of (Case of Sangguniang Panlungsod ng Valenzuela City
all members of the Sangguniang Bayan or Sangguniang vs. SK Chairperson Pederasyon President Janine Alexandra
Panlungsod which has jurisdiction in the barangay of R. Carlos, G.R. No. 255453 and G.R. No. 255543,
the concerned Sangguniang Kabataan official which November 24, 2021)
shall be final and executory, on any of the following

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
REGION III

Diosdado Macapagal Government Center
Maimpis, City of San Fernando, Pampanga

tel. no. (045) 455-2405
email address: [email protected]

website: region3.dilg.gov.ph