Law Summary
Purpose and Objectives of the Ordinance
- To identify, promote, and develop sports talent in Quezon City.
- To support youth and athletes who lack resources for sports equipment, uniforms, and training.
- To create a steady supply of competitive athletes representing Quezon City locally, nationally, and internationally.
- To foster cooperation among public officials, institutions, and non-government entities for sports development.
Role of Amoranto Sports Complex
- Serves as the main facility for sports promotion in Quezon City.
- Venue for sports events and socio-civic activities involving students, athletes, and sports associations.
- Managed by an Officer-in-Charge appointed by the City Mayor.
Declaration of Policy
- Develop sports programs that identify and elevate talent to the highest competency.
- Encourage participation in sports and discourage vices such as drug use, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption.
- Involve government officials and other stakeholders in supporting local athletes.
Definitions of Key Terms
- Applicant includes individuals or groups requesting sports support, such as athletes, coaches, referees.
- Excessive liquor consumption defined by quantity standards.
- Sports defined broadly, including indoor games and competitive physical activities.
- Other terms defined include sports competitions, equipment, uniforms, and training.
Qualifications for Applicants
- Individuals of all backgrounds can apply if enlisted in a competition or league.
- Groups must consist of team members playing recognized sports, including indigenous games.
Scope of Benefits
- Benefits extended to students, athletes, players, government employees, senior citizens, PWDs, out-of-school individuals, and other organizations.
- Support includes sports uniforms, equipment, supplies, snacks, and energy drinks for certain groups.
Application Procedure
- Students require request letters from class advisers or principals with certifications of non-smoking and non-alcohol consumption.
- Individuals aged 18+ must submit request letters, certificates of drug non-use, and affidavits confirming non-smoking and moderate alcohol use.
- Team/group applications require endorsements from coaches, managers, principals, or barangay leaders.
- Designated offices accepted applications including the Mayor’s Office and City Councilors’ Offices.
Implementing Office and Procedures
- The Office of the City Mayor, through Amoranto Sports Complex and administrative officials, will implement and promulgate guidelines.
Disqualification Criteria
- Applicants must be non-smokers, non-users of illegal drugs, and non-excessive consumers of alcohol.
- Required to submit drug test certificates and third-party affidavits verifying compliance.
- Disqualified are those positive for illegal drugs, tobacco users, and minors consuming alcohol.
Screening Committee
- A committee of three appointed by the City Mayor to review applications and qualifications for benefits.
Procurement of Sports Equipment
- Purchasing procedures governed by Republic Act No. 9184 (Government Procurement Reform Act).
Training Programs for Coaches and Officials
- The City Government to engage professional consultants for training local coaches, trainers, and referees.
- Fees for training to be covered by the allocated program budget.
Budget Appropriation and Fund Management
- Budget allocated annually starting 2014, included in the General Appropriations.
- Creation of a special "Sports Promotion and Development Program Fund" under Amoranto Sports Complex.
Auditing and Financial Accountability
- Compliance with existing auditing laws, rules, and ordinances to ensure transparency.
Annual Reporting
- Required annual reports submitted to City Council detailing beneficiaries, expenditures, remaining funds, and recommendations.
Repealing and Separability Clauses
- Conflicting ordinances and resolutions are repealed or amended.
- Invalidity of any provision does not affect the rest of the ordinance.
Effectivity
- Ordinance becomes effective 15 days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation.