Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 30)
The main purpose of Executive Order No. 30 is to create the Cultural Center of the Philippines as a trust for the benefit of the Filipino people to preserve, promote, enhance, and develop Philippine culture.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to appoint the seven members of the Board of Trustees.
The objectives are to construct and maintain cultural facilities, awaken cultural consciousness, cultivate appreciation of Philippine arts, develop talents, and encourage cultural groups and activities.
The estate includes real, personal, and other property owned or acquired by the Center, including the parcel of land reserved under Proclamation No. 20, and monetary or other donations received by the government or the Center for its purposes.
Yes, the Center is authorized to solicit donations and funds in cash or property from both the public and private sectors.
The Board can acquire and dispose of property, enter into contracts, solicit donations, open bank accounts, invite foreign artists, sponsor foreign performances for local artists, adopt rules and regulations, and perform other necessary acts.
No, the members of the Board serve without compensation for a term of four years or until their successors are appointed and qualified.
A quorum of four members is required, and any decision by these four members on any duly presented matter shall be binding.
The Chairman, who must be a Board member, acts as the presiding officer and Chief Executive Officer of the Center with authority to appoint and remove personnel and fix compensation, subject to Board approval.
Any residual assets or estate of the Center at termination shall revert to the State for disposition in accordance with the law.