Charter converting Bayawan into component city

City is a political body corporate with perpetual succession
Powers include suing and being sued, having a corporate seal, property acquisition, contracts, and other powers within legal limits
Authority to levy taxes, manage real property, expropriate for public use, manage roads, open or close public spaces, and conduct legal proceedings
Liability for damages applies to the city and its officials

Police jurisdiction aligns with territorial limits plus drainage area and 100 meters around water supply facilities
Regional and city courts share concurrent jurisdiction over crimes within this extended area
Licensing within the zone granted by appropriate city or municipal authorities, with fees accruing accordingly

Defined officials include the Mayor, Vice Mayor, Sangguniang Panlungsod members, and various departmental heads
Mayor appoints heads of departments with legislative concurrence, except for those appointed by the Vice Mayor
Creation or consolidation of offices allowed for efficiency

Elected at large, must be at least 21 years old, a city resident for at least one year, and a qualified voter
Holds office for 3 years and receives salary grade 30
Powers include formulating policies, development planning, appointing officials, signing contracts, disaster management, enforcing laws, managing city revenue and expenditures
Mayor can deputize police control, enforce peace and order, and initiate resource generation
Solemnizes marriages and organizes local events

Composed of vice mayor (presiding officer), 10 regular members, presidents of barangay and youth federations, and sectoral representatives
Legislative functions include approving ordinances, imposing penalties, protecting environment and public welfare, managing finances, urban planning, franchises, and regulating local businesses and public utilities
Promote peace and order, disaster relief, social welfare, cultural development, and education
Authority to grant loans, impose taxes, enact zoning and land use plans, control public establishments, and regulate public safety

Rules of procedure adopted within 90 days of election
Must hold at least weekly sessions; special sessions upon call by Mayor or majority
Transparency ensured with provisions for open meetings and penalties for unexcused absences
Ordinances presented to Mayor for approval or veto; veto override requires two-thirds vote
Ordinances reviewed by Provincial Legislature and ordinances of barangays reviewed by the City Council
Effectivity includes posting and publication requirements

Disqualifications include conviction of crimes involving moral turpitude, administrative removal, dual citizenship, insanity, and other grounds
Succession procedures defined for Mayor, Vice Mayor, and Sangguniang Panlungsod members based on ranking and party nomination
Temporary and permanent vacancies have specific protocols for replacement and assumption of duties

Detailed qualifications and experience required for various key officials: Secretary to the Council, City Treasurer and Assistant, City Assessor and Assistant, City Accountant, Budget Officer, Planning Coordinator, Engineer, Health Officer, Civil Registrar, Administrator, Legal Officer, Social Welfare Officer, Veterinarian, General Services Officer, Environment Officer, Architect, Information Officer, Cooperatives Officer, Population Officer, Agriculturist
Each official’s responsibilities include policy formulation, management, technical support, law enforcement, public service, disaster response, and coordination with national agencies

Established fire station with fire marshal according to national standards
City jail for inmates and persons awaiting trial with qualified warden
City school division under Department of Education with appointed superintendent
City prosecution service managed by appointed city prosecutor and deputies under Department of Justice

Existing municipal ordinances remain until explicitly changed
Plebiscite required to ratify city creation within 60 days under COMELEC supervision
Current officials continue until new elections occur; automatic absorption of employees
City succeeds to all municipal assets, liabilities, and obligations
Voters in the city can participate in provincial elections
City remains under Negros Oriental jurisdiction unless otherwise changed
No increase in local tax rates within five years of city creation
City remains part of the third congressional district
Local Government Code and applicable laws govern except if inconsistent with this Act
Provisions severable if any part declared invalid
Boundary disputes remain subject to appropriate resolution
Inconsistent laws are repealed or amended
Act effective upon publication in newspapers.