Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1334)
Presidential Decree No. 1334 concerns the creation of Barangay BF International Village in the Municipality of Las Piñas, Metro Manila.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to create Barangay BF International under this decree.
Barangay BF International was detached and separated from Barangay Talon in the Municipality of Las Piñas.
No, the legal existence of Barangay Talon is not affected by the creation of Barangay BF International.
Yes, all provisions of law applicable to regular barangays shall apply to Barangay BF International except as otherwise provided.
The present elective barangay officials of Barangay Talon will continue to perform their duties in Barangay BF International until the President appoints new officials.
Appointed officials hold office until their successors have been elected in the regular barangay elections and have qualified, unless removed sooner by the President.
The proportionate share of Barangay BF International in the obligations, funds, assets, and other properties of Barangay Talon shall be transferred to Barangay BF International by the President upon the recommendation of the Commission on Audit.
Such officers and employees shall be appointed as provided for under existing laws.
The decree took effect immediately upon its signing on April 3, 1978.
The stated purpose is to hasten socio-economic development, achieve closer supervision of development programs, and contribute to the socio-economic well-being of the residents.
Yes, it repeals or modifies all laws, executive orders, or regulations inconsistent with the decree.