Law Summary

ARTICLE I: GENERAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 1: Title

• This Act is referred to as the "Charter of the City of Meycauayan."

SECTION 2: The City of Meycauayan

• The Municipality of Meycauayan is converted into a component city named the City of Meycauayan.
• Key Definitions:
  • "City" refers to the newly established City of Meycauayan.
• Territorial Boundaries:
  • Bounded by several municipalities and cities, maintaining current administrative supervision during boundary disputes.

SECTION 3: Corporate Powers of the City

• The City has the legal status of a corporate entity with perpetual succession.
• Key Powers:
  • To sue and be sued.
  • To acquire and manage property.
  • To enter contracts and agreements.

SECTION 4: General Powers

• The City can levy taxes, manage public properties, and regulate local infrastructure.
• Key Powers:
  • Expropriate property for public use.
  • Sue in court and maintain legal actions.

SECTION 5: Liability for Damages

• The City and its officials are liable for damages caused by their actions.

SECTION 6: Jurisdiction of the City

• Jurisdiction extends to police powers within the City and its water supply areas.
• Concurrent Jurisdiction:
  • City court shares jurisdiction with adjacent municipalities.

ARTICLE II: CITY OFFICIALS IN GENERAL

SECTION 7: The Officials of the City of Meycauayan

• Lists officials including the mayor, vice mayor, and various department heads.
• Key Appointment Process:
  • Heads of departments are appointed by the mayor with the sangguniang panlungsod's concurrence.

ARTICLE III: THE CITY MAYOR AND VICE MAYOR

SECTION 8: The City Mayor

• Elected at large and serves a three-year term.
• Eligibility:
  • At least 23 years old, resident, and qualified voter.
• Key Duties:
  • Direct city policies, manage city government, and represent the City in all transactions.

SECTION 9: The City Vice Mayor

• Elected in the same manner as the mayor.
• Key Duties:
  • Presides over the sangguniang panlungsod and assumes mayoral duties in case of vacancy.

ARTICLE IV: THE SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD

SECTION 10: Composition

• The sangguniang panlungsod consists of the vice mayor, ten regular members, and sectoral representatives.

SECTION 11: Powers, Duties, Functions, and Compensation

• Responsible for enacting ordinances, approving resolutions, and managing city affairs.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Enforce laws, manage city finances, and ensure public welfare.

ARTICLE V: PROCESS OF LEGISLATION

SECTION 12: Internal Rules of Procedure

• The sangguniang panlungsod must adopt rules to govern its proceedings.

SECTION 16: Approval of Ordinances

• Ordinances require mayoral approval; if vetoed, they can be overridden by a two-thirds vote.

ARTICLE VI: DISQUALIFICATION AND SUCCESSION OF ELECTIVE CITY OFFICIALS

SECTION 22: Disqualifications

• Lists disqualifications for elective positions, including criminal convictions and dual citizenship.

SECTION 23: Permanent Vacancy in the Offices

• Succession procedures for vacancies in mayoral and vice mayoral positions are outlined.

ARTICLE VII: THE APPOINTIVE OFFICIALS OF THE CITY

SECTION 26: The Secretary of the Sangguniang Panlungsod

• Qualifications and duties for the city secretary are detailed.

SECTION 27: The City Treasurer

• Appointed by the Secretary of Finance; responsibilities include managing city funds.

ARTICLE VIII: CITY SERVICES

SECTION 48: The City Fire Station Service

• Establishes a fire station responsible for emergency services.

SECTION 49: The City Jail Service

• Requires a secure jail for detained individuals with specified responsibilities for the warden.

ARTICLE IX: TRANSITORY AND FINAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 52: Existing Municipal Ordinances

• Municipal ordinances remain in force until revised by the sangguniang panlungsod.

SECTION 53: Plebiscite

• The City acquires corporate existence upon majority approval in a plebiscite.

SECTION 55: Succession Clause

• The City succeeds all assets and liabilities of the Municipality of Meycauayan.

Key Takeaways

• Conversion: The Municipality of Meycauayan is now a component city with defined powers.
• Governance Structure: Establishes the roles and responsibilities of city officials and the sangguniang panlungsod.
• Legislation Process: Details the procedures for enacting city ordinances and resolutions.
• Transition: Existing municipal laws remain effective until amended, with a plebiscite required for formal city status.