Title
Transfer of Burnham Park to Baguio City Govt
Law
Executive Order No. 224
Decision Date
Feb 10, 1995
Executive Order No. 224 transfers the management of Burnham Park to the City Government of Baguio, giving them full control over the park's activities and concessions, while the Department of Tourism and Philippine Tourism Authority continue to provide support and assistance.
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Inclusion of Sunshine Park

  • Sunshine Park's administration, management, maintenance, and operation are also included in the transfer to the City Government of Baguio.
  • All related activities, facilities, and improvements within Sunshine Park fall under the City's jurisdiction.

Exclusion of Certain Areas from Transfer

  • The area occupied by the Department of Tourism-Philippine Tourism Authority (DOT-PTA) Regional Office and the Secretary's Cottage remain excluded.
  • These areas and their facilities are retained under the exclusive control, maintenance, and management of the PTA and DOT.

Local Control and Regulatory Authority

  • The City Government of Baguio gains full control, supervision, and discretion over the park's management.
  • Authority includes awarding concessions and regulating all park activities to ensure proper operation.

Restrictions on Alienation and Use

  • The City Government is prohibited from encumbering, mortgaging, or alienating any portion of Burnham Park.
  • Use of the park is strictly limited to recreation and tourism-related activities to preserve its purpose.

Continued National Support

  • The Department of Tourism and the Philippine Tourism Authority will continue providing promotional and technical support.
  • This support is aimed at sustaining and enhancing park operations and development efforts.

Budget Appropriations

  • Annual national budget appropriations for park development remain effective.
  • Approved PTA funds for the park from the 1995 budget will be transferred to the City Government of Baguio.

Revenue Management

  • Revenues generated from park operations will accrue solely to the City Government of Baguio.
  • These revenues must be used exclusively for the management, maintenance, operation, and development of Burnham Park.

Effectivity Clause

  • The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance on February 10, 1995.
  • The transfer marks the devolution of park management in line with constitutional mandates and public clamor for local governance.

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