Law Summary
Functions and Responsibilities of the Commission
- Advisory to the President
- Formulate a 10-Year Master Plan (due June 30, 1994) and a 20-Year Integrated Master Plan (due December 30, 1994) covering Lingayen Gulf and surrounding coastal municipalities
- Plan guidelines include ecological protection, public accessibility, land-use and zoning, adequate infrastructure, greening and reforestation, agriculture productivity, incentive systems for pollution control, licensing system, capability building, anti-illegal fishing, peace and order
- Plans to include investment and capability-building programs, and establishment of nature, people, conference centers, flea market, tourist destination
- Promulgate policies, rules, and regulations for pollution control, conservation of resources, establishment of protected areas, environmental aesthetics, and upland habitat management
- Assist LGUs in short- and long-term planning for environment, tourism, business investment, social development, institutional building
- Adopt maximum consultation with LGUs and local interest groups
- Study and recommend policy measures for environmental protection, poverty alleviation, local autonomy, eco-tourism, sustainable development
- Recommend legislation and zoning ordinances consistent with approved plans
- Coordinate with government agencies and other parties for project implementation
- Perform other duties as assigned by the President
Role of Private Sector Consultants
- One representative each from NGOs, religious groups, business, and agricultural sectors
- Advise the Commission
- Encouraged to support conservation activities
- May initiate socio-economic activities consistent with Commission Plans
- Assist in monitoring and evaluation of government program implementation and fund disposition
Land Reservation and Use
- Private domain lands of government in the area reserved from lease, sale, or disposition unless otherwise provided by law
- Reserved lands are for developmental purposes in accordance with approved plans
Support from Government Agencies
- Commission may call on any government agency for assistance
- May form committees to facilitate function performance
Reporting Requirements
- Monthly activity reports to the Office of the President
Funding
- Initial operation and project implementation funds amount to Five Million Pesos (P5,000,000.00)
- Funds drawn equally from President's Contingent Fund and DENR
- Future appropriations to be included in the Office of the President's budget proposal
Repeal and Effectivity
- All inconsistent previous issuances, orders, rules, or regulations are revoked or modified
- Immediate effectivity upon issuance