Importance of Natural Ecosystems and Pasig River
- Recognizes the need for efficient management and optimal utilization of natural ecosystems such as bodies of water.
- Identifies Pasig River as a major determinant of human activities in the Philippines.
- Stresses the necessity to safeguard the Pasig River for present and future generations.
Problems Affecting Pasig River
- Notes harmful discharge of substances and heat into the river.
- Points out lack of control over the waterways and presence of obstructions.
- Highlights adverse effects on Pasig River as a development tool.
Integrated and Coordinated Approach
- Calls for an integrated and coordinated approach to the development planning of Pasig River.
- Mandates the cooperation of both government and private sectors.
Creation of the Pasig River Development Council
- Establishes the Pasig River Development Council as the primary body to oversee the river’s development.
- Places the Executive Secretary as overall Coordinator responsible for integrating functions and activities.
Composition of the Government Sector Council
- Secretary, Department of Public Works, Transportation & Communications (Chairman)
- Secretary, Department of Tourism (Vice-Chairman)
- Director, Bureau of Public Works (Member)
- Commissioner, Bureau of Public Highways (Member)
- Director, Bureau of Lands (Member)
- Flag Officer-in-Command, Philippine Navy (Member)
- Commandant, Philippine Coast Guard (Member)
- Commissioner, National Water & Air Pollution Control Commission (Member)
- Officer in Charge, Presidential Assistant on Housing & Resettlement Agency (Member)
- Director, Bureau of Cooperatives (Member)
- Governor, Rizal Province (Member)
- Mayor, City of Manila (Member)
Functions and Powers of the Council
- Provide continuous direction for integrated development planning of Pasig River.
- Oversee sustained and coordinated implementation of incentives and police powers from Presidential Decree 274.
- Approve and implement projects for beautification, improvement, and gainful utilization of the river's facilities.
Coordination with Environmental Center of the Philippines
- Work closely with the Chairman of the Environmental Center of the Philippines.
- Ensure proper ordinal ranking of development priorities for Pasig River’s integrated development.
Administration of the Trust Fund Account
- Administer the Trust Fund Account established under Presidential Decree 274.
- The fund is deposited in the National Treasury to finance the Pasig River Development Program.
Technical Staff and Resource Utilization
- Establish a technical staff to assist the Council in its functions.
- Utilize services, personnel, and necessary resources of government departments, agencies, and government-owned or controlled corporations.
Effectivity
- The Decree took effect immediately upon signing on August 28, 1973.