Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1325)
The main purpose is to create Barangay Merville in the Municipality of ParaƱaque, Metro Manila to improve administrative efficiency and promote socio-economic development.
The subdivisions known as Admiral Village and Merville in Barangay La Huerta were detached to form Barangay Merville.
No, the creation of Barangay Merville does not affect the legal existence of Barangay La Huerta.
All provisions of law applicable to regular barangays, whether existing or future, apply to Barangay Merville except as otherwise provided in the decree.
The present elective barangay officials of Barangay La Huerta continue to perform their duties in Barangay Merville until the President appoints new officials.
Officials are appointed by the President and hold office until their successors have been elected and qualified in regular elections or unless removed by the President.
The proportionate share is transferred to Barangay Merville by the President upon recommendation by the Commission on Audit.
Yes, appointed officials hold office unless they are removed earlier at the pleasure of the President.
Yes, all laws, executive orders, or regulations inconsistent with this decree are repealed or modified accordingly.