Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1320)
The main purpose is to create Barangay BF Homes in the Municipality of Parañaque to hasten socio-economic development and improve administrative efficiency for the effective implementation of government programs.
The subdivisions BF Homes Parañaque, Teoville, Goodwill Phase II, Iren-ville, Sta. Rita Village, and Jackielou in Barangay San Dionisio were separated to form Barangay BF Homes.
No, the creation of Barangay BF Homes does not affect the legal existence of the mother barangay, Barangay San Dionisio.
Yes, all provisions of law applicable to regular barangays are also applicable to Barangay BF Homes except as otherwise provided in the decree.
The present elective barangay officials of Barangay San Dionisio continue to perform their duties as officials of Barangay BF Homes until new officials are appointed by the President.
The initial officials are appointed by the President and hold office until their successors are elected in subsequent regular barangay elections, unless sooner removed.
Appointive officers and employees necessary to organize or complete the government personnel shall be appointed according to existing laws.
The proportionate share of Barangay BF Homes in the assets, obligations, funds, and other properties of Barangay San Dionisio shall be transferred by the President upon the recommendation of the Commission on Audit.
Yes, all laws or parts of laws, executive orders, or regulations inconsistent with this decree are repealed or modified accordingly.
The decree took effect immediately upon its signing on April 3, 1978.