Law Summary

Introduction

This Executive Order establishes the Aklan Provincial Tourism Special Development Project Task Force under the Office of the President to promote tourism development in Aklan Province, particularly in the context of sustainable development and regional planning.

Creation of the Task Force

• Provision: A Task Force named the Aklan Provincial Tourism Special Development Project Task Force is created to coordinate and supervise the implementation of the Aklan Province Tourism Master Plan (APTMP).
• Composition:
  • Chairman: Governor of the Province of Aklan
  • Vice Chairman: DENR Undersecretary for Environment and Programme Development
  • Members:
    • DPWH Undersecretary for Visayas and Mindanao Operations
    • General Manager of the Philippine Tourism Authority
    • General Manager of the Philippine Ports Authority
    • Head of the Air Transportation Office
    • President of the Municipal Mayors’ League
    • Two (2) representatives from the private sector
  • Secretariat Services: Provided by the Philippine Tourism Authority until the Project Management Office is organized.

Functions and Responsibilities of the Task Force

• General Duties: The Task Force serves as an advisory body to the President and is tasked with:

  • Planning and drafting the APTMP aimed at sustainable development.
  • Articulating goals and programs of the APTMP.
  • Updating the Boracay Tourism Master Plan in alignment with local and regional plans.
  • Conducting feasibility studies and project evaluations.
  • Ensuring funding inclusion in departmental appropriations for identified projects.
  • Overseeing planning and implementation of the APTMP.
  • Engaging government and non-government support for project implementation.
  • Executing contracts as necessary, compliant with existing laws.
  • Organizing a Project Management Office with an approved staffing pattern.
  • Formulating operational rules for the Project Management Office.
  • Submitting quarterly progress reports to the President.

• Key Requirements:

  • Collaboration with various governmental agencies for resource and expertise support.
  • Establishment of a Project Management Office with defined structure and personnel.

Funding

• Allocation: An amount of Ten Million Pesos (₱10,000,000.00) is allocated from the Office of the President's funds for the Task Force's operations in 1998.
• Future Funding: Appropriations for subsequent years to be included in the Office of the President's budget proposals.

Revocation of Previous Issuances

• Modification: Any executive issuances or regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are revoked or modified accordingly.

Effectivity

• Immediate Effect: This Executive Order takes effect immediately upon signing.

Key Takeaways

• The establishment of the Aklan Provincial Tourism Special Development Project Task Force is central to the coordinated development of tourism in Aklan Province.
• A structured approach is mandated for the planning and implementation of tourism projects, emphasizing sustainable development.
• Significant funding is allocated for the Task Force's initial operations, with future funding dependent on budget proposals.
• The Task Force has broad authority to engage with various stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and alignment with governmental policies.