Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1323)
The main purpose of Presidential Decree No. 1323 is to create Barangay San Isidro in the Municipality of Parañaque, Metro Manila to improve administrative efficiency and hasten socio-economic development.
The subdivisions included are San Antonio Valley 2, 6, 12, 15, Clarmen Village, Salvador Estate, Lopez Village, Villa Mendoza, and Parañaque Green Heights in Barangay San Dionisio.
No, the creation of Barangay San Isidro does not affect the legal existence of Barangay San Dionisio.
All provisions of law applicable to regular barangays, whether existing or future, also apply to Barangay San Isidro.
The present elective barangay officials of Barangay San Dionisio continue to perform their duties in Barangay San Isidro until new officials are appointed by the President.
The President appoints the barangay officials who serve until successors are elected in regular barangay elections, unless removed earlier at the President's pleasure.
The proportionate share is transferred to Barangay San Isidro by the President upon the recommendation of the Commission on Audit.
The Decree took effect immediately upon its issuance on April 3, 1978.
Other necessary appointive officers and employees shall be appointed as provided for under existing laws.