Title
Allowance for Manila Public School Teachers
Law
Manila City Ordinance No. 8440
Decision Date
Nov 23, 2015
Manila City Ordinance No. 8440 grants a monthly allowance of PhP 2,000 to all public school teachers and regular non-teaching personnel in the Division of City Schools, recognizing their vital role in education and ensuring financial support from the city's General Fund.

Law Summary

Appropriation of Funds

  • The monthly allowance shall be funded from the General Fund of the City of Manila.
  • The amount must come from funds not otherwise appropriated.
  • The availability of funds must be certified by the City Treasurer before disbursement.

Additional Special Allowance

  • The City Mayor may declare an additional special allowance up to One Thousand Pesos (PhP 1,000.00) per month.
  • This additional allowance may apply to teachers, regular non-teaching personnel, or both.
  • Approval from the City Council is required.
  • Disbursement is subject to adherence to existing budgetary rules and regulations.

Repealing Clause

  • Any existing ordinances, rules, and regulations, or parts thereof, that conflict with this Ordinance are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity Clause

  • The Ordinance takes effect immediately upon approval by the City Mayor.

Legislative and Executive Approval

  • The Ordinance was enacted by the City Council of Manila on November 3, 2015.
  • It was approved by the Mayor of Manila on November 23, 2015.
  • The Ordinance is duly attested by respective City Government Department Heads serving as secretaries to the City Council and Mayor respectively.

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