Commonwealth Act No. 533

: The Mayor of the City of Baguio has the power to veto ordinances or resolutions passed by the city council.
: The City Council can override a vetoed ordinance or resolution by a two-thirds vote of all its members.
: The Mayor presides over all City Council meetings, may participate in discussions, but generally does not have a voting right except in case of a tie.
: The City Council is composed of the Mayor (as presiding officer), the Vice-Mayor, and three other members.
: Regular meetings of the City Council are to be held once every week.
: A majority of the council members constitutes a quorum to transact business, although a smaller number may adjourn from time to time.
: Ordinances take effect and become in force on and after the tenth day following their passage unless vetoed by the Mayor before the expiration of the ten-day period.
: Each ordinance must be sealed with the city seal, signed by the Mayor and City Secretary, recorded in a book, and posted at the main entrance of the municipal building the day after its passage.
: Yes, meetings are generally open to the public unless a majority of the council members affirmatively vote to order otherwise.
: An affirmative vote of a majority of all members of the City Council is necessary to pass such ordinances, resolutions, or motions.