Policy, purpose, and governing intent
- The creation is grounded on the need to expand and develop existing and potential tourist spots.
- The order links development of the Caliraya watershed to an international commitment involving the Japanese Memorial Shrine and Garden, to symbolize amity and friendship between the Philippines and Japan.
- The order directs that the Caliraya watershed—including the Japanese Shrine—be developed and beautified to fulfill assurances given to Japan through its leadership.
- The order treats Caliraya watershed as a key power source requiring protected development because it is already a reserve watershed under Executive Order No. 33 dated July 26, 1904.
- The order aims to rapidly develop the area and transform it into a tourist attraction while maintaining watershed protection.
Commission creation and composition
- A Caliraya Development Commission is created to carry out the objectives stated in the order.
- The Commission is composed of the following officials and members:
- Mrs. Imelda R. Marcos as Honorary Chairman.
- The General Manager, National Power Corporation as Executive Officer.
- The Commissioner, Board of Travel and Tourist Industry as Member.
- A representative of the Philippine Tourist and Travel Association, Inc. as Member.
- Manuel Nieto, Jr. as Member.
- Maximo T. Kalaw, Jr. as Member.
- The Secretary of Public Works and Communications as Member.
- The Director of Lands as Member.
- The Mayor of Cavinti, Laguna as Member.
- A representative of the Armed Forces of the Philippines as Member.
Powers and functions of the Commission
- The Commission is empowered to make proper representations with various government agencies in support of:
- Protection of watershed areas.
- Propagation and preservation of wildlife.
- Reforestation.
- Seeding of the lake with fresh-water fishes.
- Establishment of security measures.
- The Commission is empowered to establish policies and guidelines for the proper use of the lake and its amenities.
- The Commission is empowered to promote and encourage joint ventures with foreign governments or foreign or local investors for development of the Lake and environs for tourist and recreational purposes.
- The Commission is empowered to draft legislation to protect Caliraya Lake from:
- Water pollution.
- Sedimentation.
- Reduction of water elevation.
- The Commission may request any department, bureau, office, agency, or instrumentality of the Government for assistance needed to perform its functions.
Watershed and environmental protection linkage
- Development directives in the order operate within the framework that Caliraya watershed has been declared a reserve watershed to protect the area from:
- Illegal logging.
- Encroachment of squatters.
- Water pollution.
- The Commission’s functions specifically include representations and drafting intended to protect against water pollution, sedimentation, and reduction of water elevation affecting Caliraya Lake.
Revocation and governing replacement
- Executive Order No. 365, dated January 11, 1972, is revoked.