Law Summary
Territorial Boundaries
- The barangay's boundaries are precisely defined and delimited:
- Northwest by Barangay Pembo.
- Northeast and Southeast by the centerline of Pateros River.
- Southeast boundary also includes the centerline of a creek.
- Southwest by the City of Taguig.
- A comprehensive technical description with bearings and distances outlines the perimeter.
- The area covers approximately 616,340 square meters.
Plebiscite and Compliance with Local Government Code
- The plebiscite held on June 29, 1996, supervised by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), endorsed the creation of Barangay Rizal.
- This plebiscite is deemed as substantial compliance with Section 10 of Republic Act No. 7160, as amended (Local Government Code of 1991), which governs such political subdivisions.
Barangay Officials and Governance
- The incumbent elected barangay officials of Barangay Rizal will continue to serve until successors are duly elected and qualified.
- This provision ensures continuity in governance and administration during the transition.
Public Infrastructure and Facilities
- All existing public infrastructure and facilities within the barangay at the time of the law’s approval are transferred without cost or compensation to Barangay Rizal.
- The barangay is responsible for administration and maintenance of these facilities.
Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) Entitlement
- Barangay Rizal is entitled to receive its share of the Internal Revenue Allotment according to Section 285 of the Local Government Code.
- This provision ensures funding for local government operations and development projects.
Effectivity of the Law
- The law takes effect fifteen (15) days after publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
- This timeframe allows the public and relevant agencies to prepare for the implementation of the law.