Powers and Functions of CITRUS
- Promote economic sufficiency and social stability of former urban squatters and residents of PHHC property at Sapang Palay.
- Formulate programs and proposals for nationwide extension.
- Conduct organized research and training programs.
- Coordinate with government and private agencies to improve human resettlement.
- Request assistance from any government office, agency, or official.
- Implement training programs to develop human resources, agricultural cooperative, and industrial estate.
- Aim to raise per capita income of families involved.
Land and Facilities for CITRUS
- PHHC to provide approximately 100 hectares of land for CITRUS use.
- CITRUS can assume bonded indebtedness corresponding to the land area.
- PHHC to construct necessary buildings upon request through a memorandum of agreement.
Powers of the Social Welfare Administrator
- Perform necessary acts to achieve CITRUS objectives.
- Appoint an Executive Officer for CITRUS.
- Delegate rule-making powers to the Executive Officer.
- Organize technical, research, clerical, and other staff.
- Enter contracts essential for objective fulfillment.
Inter-agency Cooperation and Staffing
- Social Welfare Administrator may call on various government departments and agencies for assistance.
- All CITRUS staff appointments subject to Civil Service Law, rules, and regulations.
Advisory Council Composition and Functions
- Advisory Council to assist the Administrator in review and assessment.
- Composition includes Social Welfare Administrator (Chairman), Executive Officer of CITRUS (Vice-Chairman), Secretary of Community Development, Chairman of National Economic Council, Chairman of PHHC Board of Directory, Presidential Assistant on Housing and Resettlement, and other appointed representatives.
- Meets at least once every three months and during special calls.
International Aid and Financial Provisions
- Advisory Council to seek international aid to support Institute objectives.
- Appropriations from Congress to act as counterpart funds for international assistance contracts.
- Potential aid sources include United Nations Special Fund, UN Department of Social and Economic Affairs, UK World Food Program, UNESCO, and Agency for International Development.