Law Summary

Section 1: Amendment of Section Three

• Legal Principle: This section amends the composition and reporting requirements of the District Board of the Metropolitan Water District.
• Key Definitions:
  • Metropolitan Water District: A public corporation established for the management of water services.
• Important Requirements:
  • The Board shall consist of:
    • The Mayor of the City of Manila
    • The Governor of the Province of Rizal
    • The Director of Public Works or their representative
    • The Engineer of the City of Manila
    • The City Treasurer
    • A taxpayer resident in the City of Manila, appointed by the Governor-General with Senate consent.
• Reporting:
  • The Board is required to submit reports to the Secretary of the Interior, following sections 574-577 of Act Numbered Twenty-seven hundred and eleven.

Section 2: Amendment of Section Four

• Legal Principle: This section outlines the operational procedures of the District Board, including quorum requirements, voting procedures, and appeals.
• Key Definitions:
  • Quorum: The minimum number of members required to conduct business.
• Important Requirements:
  • First Meeting: The President of the District Board must schedule the inaugural meeting to establish rules and regular meeting times.
  • Quorum: A minimum of five members constitutes a quorum; four affirmative votes are needed for adopting resolutions.
  • Appeals: Minority members can appeal decisions to the Secretary of the Interior within two days of a vote; the Secretary forwards the appeal to the Governor-General for a final decision.
  • Per Diem: Board members are entitled to necessary expenses not exceeding five pesos per day while attending meetings, with no additional compensation.
  • Secretary of the Board: The Board is tasked with appointing its Secretary and determining their salary.

Section 3: Effectivity

• Key Details:
  • This Act shall take effect upon its approval, which occurred on March 19, 1923.

Key Takeaways

• The Metropolitan Water District's Board consists of key local officials and a taxpayer representative, with specific reporting obligations.
• Quorum and voting procedures are clearly defined to ensure efficient decision-making.
• Minority rights are protected through a formal appeal process to higher authorities.
• The Act's provisions aim to enhance governance and accountability within the Metropolitan Water District framework.