Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 11471)
Barangay H-2 in Dasmariñas, Cavite was created under Republic Act No. 11471, approved on June 19, 2020.
The territorial boundaries of Barangay H-2 are described through various lot lines and adjoining barangays including Burol-1, San Manuel II, Sta. Lucia, and Sultan Esmael, and are defined by center lines of Mangubat Avenue, Imus River, Pasong Baka Creek, roads, and specific cadastral survey details.
The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) conducted and supervised the plebiscite pursuant to Provincial Ordinance No. 2000-004 of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Cavite.
Yes, the plebiscite conducted and supervised by COMELEC served as substantial compliance with the plebiscite requirement under Section 10 of Republic Act No. 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991), as amended.
Yes, the incumbent elected barangay officials shall continue to hold office until their successors have been duly elected and qualified.
All public infrastructure and facilities existing at the time of the approval of the Act are transferred without cost or compensation to Barangay H-2 and shall be administered by the new barangay.
Yes, Barangay H-2 shall be entitled to IRA shares pursuant to Section 285 of the Local Government Code of 1991, as amended.
The Act took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
The Act was signed and approved by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on June 19, 2020.
The cadastral lot descriptions legally define the precise territorial boundaries of Barangay H-2 to avoid disputes and to ensure clear jurisdiction over the area.