Conditions and Limitations
- The attendance must be at no cost to the government aside from the payment of salaries.
- Officers are responsible for ensuring that foresters’ participation does not negatively impact the functions of their respective offices.
- The delivery of public services by their agencies must not be adversely affected.
Legal Authorization and Issuance
- The authorization is formalized by a memorandum circular issued under the authority of the President.
- This memorandum circular is signed by the Executive Secretary, who acts as the representative of the President.
- The issuance date of the circular is September 22, 2006, providing timely approval just prior to the event.
Scope and Applicability
- The memorandum concerns only Professional Foresters within government agencies and LGUs.
- The authorization is strictly limited to attendance at the SFFI’s 58th Anniversary and National Convention.
- No additional benefits, payments, or government expenses beyond salaries are covered or implied.
Administrative Oversight
- Agencies and LGUs must regulate and monitor the attendance of their personnel to ensure compliance.
- Supervisors need to balance attendance with operational requirements to avoid service disruption.
- This measure underscores the government’s support for the professional development of foresters while maintaining public service efficiency.