Powers and Functions of CITRUS
- Promote the economic sufficiency and social stability of former urban squatters and current residents of PHHC property at Sapang Palay.
- Formulate programs and proposals for extending relocation and rehabilitation projects nationwide.
- Conduct organized research and training programs in coordination with government and private agencies on human resettlement and social-economic adjustment.
- Request assistance from any government office or official to support its programs.
- Implement training programs for resident development, agricultural cooperatives, and industrial estates to increase per capita income.
Land and Facilities Provision
- PHHC shall allocate approximately 100 hectares of land exclusively for CITRUS use.
- CITRUS may assume the bonded indebtedness of PHHC for the land area.
- PHHC is responsible for constructing buildings needed by CITRUS, based on the Administrator's request through a memorandum of agreement.
Powers of the Social Welfare Administrator
- Authorized to perform all necessary acts for CITRUS objectives.
- Appoint an Executive Officer for CITRUS who may promulgate rules and regulations.
- Organize necessary personnel including technical, research, and clerical staff.
- Enter into contracts to fulfill the Institute’s objectives.
Inter-agency Assistance and Staffing
- The Social Welfare Administrator may request assistance from any government department or agency.
- All CITRUS staff appointments are subject to the Civil Service Law, rules, and regulations.
Advisory Council Composition and Functions
- An Advisory Council is created to assist the Administrator.
- Members include the Social Welfare Administrator (Chairman), Executive Officer of CITRUS (Vice-Chairman), Secretary of Community Development, Chairman of the National Economic Council, Chairman of PHHC Board, Presidential Assistant on Housing and Resettlement, and other members designated by the Chairman.
- The Council meets at least quarterly and may hold special meetings.
- Responsible for reviewing and assessing the Institute’s progress.
International Aid and Funding
- The Advisory Council may seek international aid to support CITRUS objectives.
- Congressional appropriations will serve as counterpart funds for international assistance agreements.
- Potential international partners include the United Nations Special Fund, UN Department of Social and Economic Affairs, UK World Food Program, UNESCO, and similar agencies.