Question & AnswerQ&A (LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS No. 1393)
The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) is the government agency principally charged with these functions.
The functions performed by MWSS, particularly its infrastructure projects, are closely intertwined with the operations of the Ministry of Public Works and Highways.
The Deputy Minister of Public Works and Highways is designated as the Acting General Manager of the MWSS.
The Deputy Minister shall have and exercise control and supervision over the administration, management, and operations of the MWSS, and perform other functions pertaining to the office of the General Manager of MWSS.
Yes, the Deputy Minister can supervise and take charge of projects assigned by the President or the Metro Manila Governor, in addition to MWSS functions.
To ensure better coordination and collaboration between the two offices given their intertwined functions, especially concerning infrastructure projects.
It took effect immediately upon issuance on March 26, 1984.
It places the administration and management of MWSS under the control and supervision of the Deputy Minister of Public Works and Highways, thus centralizing leadership and improving coordination with public works infrastructure.