Law Summary
SECTION 1: Mayor’s Salary and Allowances
- Legal Provision: Amends the salary structure of the Mayor of Pasay City.
- Key Definitions:
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱9,600 per year.
- Non-commutable allowance: Additional allowance not exceeding ₱3,000 per annum, subject to Municipal Board approval.
- Important Requirements:
- The Municipal Board must approve the non-commutable allowance.
SECTION 2: Vice-Mayor’s Salary and Role
- Legal Provision: Defines the Vice-Mayor’s salary and responsibilities.
- Key Definitions:
- Vice-Mayor: Elected official with qualifications identical to the Mayor.
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱6,000 per year.
- Important Requirements:
- Acts as Mayor in case of the Mayor’s incapacity.
SECTION 3: Secretary to the Mayor
- Legal Provision: Establishes the position of Secretary to the Mayor.
- Key Definitions:
- Secretary: Appointed by the Mayor at his discretion.
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱4,800 per annum.
SECTION 4: Members of the Municipal Board Compensation
- Legal Provision: Compensation for the Municipal Board members.
- Key Definitions:
- Members' Compensation: ₱4,800 each per annum.
SECTION 5: Secretary of the Board
- Legal Provision: Details the appointment and salary of the Secretary of the Board.
- Key Definitions:
- Secretary: Appointed for the term of the Board members.
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱4,800 per annum.
SECTION 6: Appointment of City Officials
- Legal Provision: Outlines the appointment process for various city officials.
- Key Definitions:
- Appointed Officials: Includes judges, city treasurer, city engineer, city attorney, and others.
- Important Requirements:
- Appointments made by the President with Commission on Appointments' consent.
SECTION 7: City Treasurer’s Role and Salary
- Legal Provision: Establishes the role and salary of the City Treasurer.
- Key Definitions:
- City Treasurer: Chief fiscal officer responsible for city funds.
- Salary: ₱8,400 per annum.
- Important Requirements:
- Assistant City Treasurer salary: ₱5,400 per annum.
SECTION 8: City Engineer’s Role and Salary
- Legal Provision: Establishes the role and salary of the City Engineer.
- Key Definitions:
- City Engineer: Responsible for the Department of Engineering and Public Works.
- Salary: ₱8,400 per annum.
- Important Requirements:
- Assistant City Engineer salary: ₱5,400 per annum.
SECTION 9: City Attorney and Assistants Compensation
- Legal Provision: Outlines the salaries of the City Attorney and his assistants.
- Key Definitions:
- City Attorney salary: ₱8,400 per annum.
- Assistant salaries range from ₱6,000 to ₱7,800 per annum.
SECTION 10: Chief of Police
- Legal Provision: Details the role and salary of the Chief of Police.
- Key Definitions:
- Chief of Police: Head of the police department.
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱7,200 per annum.
SECTION 11: Chief of Secret Service
- Legal Provision: Defines salary for the Chief of Secret Service.
- Key Definitions:
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱3,600 per annum.
SECTION 12: Chief of Fire Department
- Legal Provision: Establishes the role and salary of the Chief of Fire Department.
- Key Definitions:
- Chief of Fire Department: Head of the fire services.
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱6,000 per annum.
SECTION 13: City Assessor’s Role and Salary
- Legal Provision: Defines the city assessor’s responsibilities and compensation.
- Key Definitions:
- City Assessor: Manages assessment department.
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱6,000 per annum.
- Assistant City Assessor salary: Not exceeding ₱4,800 per annum.
SECTION 14: Municipal Judge Salary
- Legal Provision: Outlines the salary of the municipal judge.
- Key Definitions:
- Salary: ₱8,400 per annum.
SECTION 15: Clerk of the Municipal Court
- Legal Provision: Details the responsibilities and salary of the Clerk of the Municipal Court.
- Key Definitions:
- Clerk: Appointed by the Mayor.
- Salary: ₱5,400 per annum.
SECTION 16: General Auditing Office
- Legal Provision: Establishes the auditing framework for the city.
- Key Definitions:
- Auditor General: Responsible for auditing city accounts.
- Assistant Auditor salary: ₱5,400 per annum.
SECTION 17: City Health Officer’s Role and Salary
- Legal Provision: Outlines the responsibilities and salary of the City Health Officer.
- Key Definitions:
- City Health Officer: Manages public health.
- Salary: Not exceeding ₱7,200 per annum.
- Assistant City Health Officer salary: ₱5,400 per annum.
Effective Date
- Legal Provision: The Act takes effect upon approval.
- Key Definitions:
- Approval date: June 22, 1957.
Key Takeaways
- The Act amends salaries and defines roles for several key officials in Pasay City government.
- Compensation structures for the Mayor, Vice-Mayor, city officials, and other positions are clearly outlined.
- The provisions underscore the authority of the Municipal Board and the President in appointing officials and approving allowances.
- It emphasizes the importance of the City Treasurer, City Engineer, and City Attorney within the governance framework of Pasay City.