EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 115

Legal Basis: The Executive Order (EO) stems from Republic Act No. 10121, known as the "Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010," and Proclamation No. 475 (s. 2018), recognizing a state of calamity in specific barangays of Boracay Island.
Objective: The EO aims to facilitate the island's rehabilitation and ecological sustainability, extending the Boracay Inter-Agency Task Force (Task Force) to ensure the continuation of these efforts.

Task Force Establishment: The Boracay Inter-Agency Task Force was originally created under EO No. 53 (s. 2018).
Term Extension: The Task Force, initially set to dissolve on May 8, 2020, has its term extended to May 8, 2021, unless further extended or terminated by the President.

Section 1 Amendment:
- The creation of the Boracay Inter-Agency Task Force is reaffirmed, with the new dissolution date set as May 8, 2021.
Section 6 Amendment:
- A new reportorial requirement mandates that the Task Force publish a final report within 30 days before its dissolution, detailing accomplishments and budget utilization related to the Boracay Action Plan.

Carrying Capacity Violations:
- Boracay has exceeded its physical carrying capacity by significant margins, with findings indicating overdevelopment and environmental strain.
- Establishments non-compliant with easement laws (25m beach easement and road easement) have been identified.
Remaining Structures:
- Despite demolitions, numerous structures remain on forestland and easements, highlighting ongoing compliance challenges.

Ongoing Projects:
- The Task Force is tasked with critical rehabilitation projects, including:
  - Improving the water drainage system.
  - Demolishing remaining non-compliant structures.
  - Enforcing easement regulations.
  - Rehabilitation of the Boracay Circumferential Road.
Continuing Mandate:
- The extension allows the Task Force to continue overseeing the implementation of carrying capacity regulations and other mandates outlined in EO No. 53.

Repeal Clause: Any conflicting orders, rules, regulations, or issuances are repealed or modified accordingly.
Immediate Effectivity: The EO is effective immediately upon signing, dated May 11, 2020.

The Boracay Inter-Agency Task Force's term has been extended to May 8, 2021, to continue essential rehabilitation efforts.
A new requirement for a final report detailing accomplishments and budget use has been established.
Ongoing compliance issues with establishments highlight the need for stringent enforcement of environmental regulations.
The EO reinforces the government's commitment to addressing the urgent ecological challenges facing Boracay Island.