Creation of the Department of Social Welfare
- A new Department of Social Welfare is established within the city government.
- The department is headed by a Social Welfare Officer with an annual salary of twelve thousand pesos.
Powers and Duties of the Social Welfare Officer
- Control and supervision over the city's social services.
- Enforcement of all laws, ordinances, and regulations related to social services.
- Authority to recommend ordinances to the municipal board aimed at improving social services.
- Responsibility to prosecute violations related to social service laws and ordinances.
- Cooperation with public and private relief agencies and charitable organizations.
- Representation of the Mayor in dealings with these agencies regarding the city's social needs.
- Additional powers necessary for effective performance of duties as Social Welfare Officer.
Legal Effectivity
- The Act took effect immediately upon approval on June 18, 1964.