Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 57)
It is an advisory body created to implement the program of community development throughout the Philippines, focusing on improving rural life and providing effective planning and coordination.
The Council is composed of the Chairman of the National Economic Council as Chairman, the Executive Secretary, Secretaries of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Health, Education, Public Works and Communications, National Defense, the Social Welfare Administrator, and three private citizens appointed by the President.
The three private citizens hold their positions at the pleasure of the President.
The Chairman of the Council presides. In his absence, the ranking Secretary of a Department present presides, or the Chairman may designate his representative to attend and preside.
Formulating plans for rural economy improvement, coordinating government rural development projects, mobilizing government and civic resources, recommending legislation to improve rural areas, promoting community development councils, submitting reports, administering funds, and organizing administrative machinery.
The Council coordinates with the National Economic Council’s nation-wide development program and seeks advice on policy, planning, programming, and financing.
Yes, the Council is authorized to create local Councils to assist in performing its functions.
The Council may secure the services of officers and employees from any department, bureau, office, agency, or government-owned or controlled corporation for assistance.
Improvement of rural economy and manpower utilization, health and healthful living, community organization, youth and rural leadership development, and community facilities.
The Council must submit annual reports of its activities and any other reports required by the President.