Title
Supreme Court
Creation of Barangay New Era in Quezon City
Law
Presidential Decree No. 1760
Decision Date
Jan 2, 1981
Presidential Decree No. 1760 creates Barangay New Era in Quezon City, Metro Manila, with the aim of accelerating socio-economic development and providing effective services to its residents, while ensuring the smooth transition of officials and the fair distribution of resources from the mother barangay, Culiat.

Law Summary

Applicability of Laws to Barangay New Era

  • All laws applicable to regular barangays apply to Barangay New Era unless otherwise provided.
  • This ensures Barangay New Era operates under the same legal framework as other barangays.

Initial Governance and Official Appointments

  • Current elective barangay officials of Barangay Culiat continue performing their duties in Barangay New Era until presidential appointments are made.
  • Presidential appointees serve until successors are elected in subsequent barangay elections and qualified unless removed earlier at the President's discretion.
  • Additional appointive officers and employees necessary for organizational completeness may be appointed under existing laws.

Transfer of Assets and Liabilities

  • Upon effectivity, the proportionate share of Barangay New Era in Barangay Culiat’s obligations, funds, assets, and other properties is to be transferred.
  • The transfer occurs by presidential authority upon recommendation from the Commission on Audit, ensuring proper accounting and allocation.

Repeal and Modification of Inconsistent Laws

  • Any laws, executive orders, or regulations inconsistent with this decree are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity

  • The decree takes effect immediately upon issuance, enabling prompt implementation of the creation and organization of Barangay New Era.

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