EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE BARANGAY COUNCIL EMERGENCY MEETING HELD

AT BARANGAY HALL OF BARANGAY TAMBUNAC, SAN ENRIQUE, ILOILO ON AUGUST 9, 2018

AT 4:00 P.M.

PRESENT:
RUBIROSA L. PABILONA ----------------------- Punong Barangay
RENE P. PACLIBAR ------------------------------ Barangay Kagawad
REYNOLD R. PALERMO ------------------------ Barangay Kagawad
ROBE JAN IVAN P. PAGULONG --------------- Barangay Kagawad
KRISTOFFER P. PACLIBAR -------------------- Barangay Kagawad
LEO B. ORBITA ---------------------------------- Barangay Kagawad
NONATO SAPANGILA -------------------------- Barangay Kagawad
SARA JANE SILVESTRE ------------------------ Barangay Kagawad
ROMEL P. SUPE ---------------------------------- SK Chairperson
ANDRES M. SIAOTONG, JR.--------------------- Barangay Secretary
JENELYN P. CASTILLO ------------------------- Barangay Treasurer

ABSENT:
NONE

WHEREAS, it is the policy of the state that local government units shall enjoy genuine and meaningful local
autonomy to enable them to attain their fullest development as self-reliant communities and make them more
effective partners in the national goals;

WHEREAS, a local government unit shall exercise powers as political subdivision and an entity representing
the inhabitants of its territory;

WHEREAS, the symbol of authority of the local government unit is the mace with the seal inscribed on it
which signifies its powers, the objects embracing the barangay’s historical heritage and the aspirations of the people
it represents;

WHEREAS, there is a basic and fundamental need to provide and adopt a barangay seal to symbolize and
reflect Barangay Tambunac;

NOW THEREFORE, on motion of Kgwd. Robe Jan Ivan P. Pagulong seconded by Hon. Leo B. Orbita, be it;

RESOLVED, as it is hereby resolved, to enact the following:

BARANGAY ORDINANCE NO. 2018-01

SERIES OF 2018

“AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 1, 2, and 3 OF BARANGAY ORDINANCE NO. 02 SERIES

OF 2015, ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE OFFICIAL SEAL OF BARANGAY
TAMBUNAC, SAN ENRIQUE, ILOILO.”

Authored & Sponsored by: Kgd. ROBE JAN IVAN P. PAGULONG

Co-Sponsored by: ALL BARANGAY KAGAWAD

Be it ordained by the Sangguniang Barangay of Tambunac, San Enrique, Iloilo on its regular session assembled:

SECTION1. Sections1, 2, and 3 of BARANGAY ORDINANCE NO. 02 SERIES OF 2015, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
x x x

“SECTION 1. TITLE: This ordinance shall be known as the “BARANGAY TAMBUNAC, SAN ENRIQUE, ILOILO
OFFICIAL SEAL ORDINANCE.”

x x x
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 1, 2, and 3 OF BARANGAY ORDINANCE

NO. 02 SERIES OF 2015, ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE
OFFICIAL SEAL OF BARANGAY TAMBUNAC, SAN ENRIQUE, ILOILO.”

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“SECTION 2. THE BARANGAY TAMBUNAC OFFICIAL SEAL:

A. THE LOGO

The Official Logo of Barangay Tambunac, San Enrique,

Iloilo in Full Colored Version

The Official Logo of Barangay Tambunac, San Enrique,

Iloilo in Gray Scale/ Black and White Version

B. SYMBOLISM

1. THE CIRCULAR KNOTS: The knots that form a circular shape enclosing the shield, other
elements and caption BARANGAY TAMBUNAC, the Baybayin translation of ‘Balangay ng
Tambunak’ and SAN ENRIQUE, ILOILO, symbolize the unity and oneness of the people of
Tambunac. It represents the unified goal, dreams and aspiration of every Tambunacnons
to become part and parcel of building a progressive and peaceful community centered on
faith and driven by the desire to contribute one’s talents and skills in order for the change
and development to happen.

2. THE SHIELD: The shield symbolizes the authority and duty of the Barangay Officials to
promote the general welfare of the people of Tambunac through efficient and effective
legislation by the passage of ordinances, policies and resolutions which will protect and
advance the rights of every Tambunacnons. The Barangay Officials of the Barangay Council
serves as a collegial body is committed to protect the people’s welfare.

3. SEVEN STARS: The seven (7) golden stars above the shield represent the seven (7) Puroks
of the Barangay Tambunac. The seven (7) puroks play a vital role in the realization of the
dream to create a progressive barangay and as such they serve as the guiding stars that will
light the path towards the attainment and realization of the barangay’s Mission and Vision.

4. ‘Nam bonum gentis’: The Latin phrase ‘nam bonum gentis’ means ‘for the good of the
people’. This is the guiding philosophy of the Barangay.

5. 1881: The 1881 indicates the year of establishment of the Barangay based on the available
records.

6. RICE FIELDS& SUGARCANES: The rice fields and the sugarcanes on the logo represent
barangay’s two primary products.
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 1, 2, and 3 OF BARANGAY ORDINANCE

NO. 02 SERIES OF 2015, ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE
OFFICIAL SEAL OF BARANGAY TAMBUNAC, SAN ENRIQUE, ILOILO.”

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7. CARABAO HEAD: Carabao is the national animal of the Philippines. It symbolizes, strength,
power, efficiency, perseverance and most of all, hard work. These values best describe the
people of Tambunac.

8. THE SUN: Sun on the shield symbolizes hope of the people of Tambunac for a brighter
future for the barangay.

9. LAUREL WREATH: Laurel leaves are above all a symbol of eternal glory, of special
achievement, success and triumph. It has long been a symbol of victory.

10. RED RIBBON: Red is considered to be the color of love and compassion. This red ribbon
with the Latin phrase “nam bonum gentis” and wraps the laurel wreath, symbolizes the
eagerness to provide the best service to the people for a brighter future of the barangay
through love and compassion.

11. THE RIVER: This symbolizes the Agutayan River which is the main source of irrigation
water for the rice fields of Tambunac.

C. REGULATORY CLAUSE

1. USE OF THE BARANGAY SEAL. Only the Office of the Sangguniang Barangay and its
barangay officials and volunteers shall use the corporate seal:

a. To authenticate all public documents and other administrative issuances.

b. As letterhead in official communication or correspondence in the exercise of the

Barangay and other functions;

c. To be affixed upon such other official documents, plates and papers of the Barangay
as may be provided by a Barangay resolution or ordinance, or as may be required by
custom or usage;

d. As symbol of the Barangay in all its affairs within or outside of its territorial
jurisdiction.

e. To be affixed upon Barangay pins, service rings, stickers or be embroidered and

affixed upon the uniforms of Barangay Officials and volunteers.

2. CUSTODY OF THE ORIGINAL LAY – OUT OF THE SEAL. The Barangay Secretary shall have
custody of the original lay-out or draft of the Official Seal of the Barangay, scanned and
saved in a computer or in a flash drive.

3. PROHIBITED ACTS. It shall be prohibited:

a. To mutilate, deface, defile, trample on, or cast contempt by any act or omission casting
dishonor or ridicule upon the official seal;

b. To display the seal under any frame or picture;

c. To display the seal in a platform or stage during programs not hosted by the Barangay
of Tambunac;

d. To add any word, figure, mark, picture, design, drawings, advertisements, or imprint
of any nature on the seal;
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 1, 2, and 3 OF BARANGAY ORDINANCE

NO. 02 SERIES OF 2015, ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE
OFFICIAL SEAL OF BARANGAY TAMBUNAC, SAN ENRIQUE, ILOILO.”

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e. To print, paint or attach representation of the seal on handkerchief, napkins, cushions,

and other articles of merchandise except upon authority of the Barangay through a
resolution for the purpose of promoting tourism and legislative education which shall
be under the control and supervision of the Punong Barangay;

f. To use or display the seal as part of any advertisement or infomercial, except when
undertaken by the Barangay itself;

g. To use the official seal as personal seal of any official by indicating the name or
position within the ring border of the seal.

4. CHANGE IN THE DESIGN OF THE CORPORATE SEAL

a. The seal provided herein shall only be changed for a justifiable reason and by a
unanimous vote of all the members of the Barangay Council, and no new seal shall be
adopted within ten (10) years from the date of approval hereof.

b. Any change in the design of the seal provided herein, without changing the entire
design shall be made only for a justifiable reason, not more than once every ten (10)
years and by a unanimous vote of all the members of the Barangay Council.

5. PERMANENT DISPLAY OF THE CORPORATE SEAL. As a sign of authority, there shall be

made one (1) printed official seal of the barangay. They shall be permanently
attached/displayed at the Barangay Hall. These shall be in bigger sizes proportionate with
the wall or room.

D. PENAL CLAUSE

1. Any person who commits the prohibited acts letters (a) to (f) shall be meted a fine of One
Thousand Pesos (P1,000.00) or imprisonment for three (3) days, or both such fine and
imprisonment at the discretion of the court; provided that for any second and succeeding
offenses, both fine and imprisonment shall be imposed;

2. Barangay officials, who may commit the prohibited act letter (g), and other provisions of
this ordinance, shall be subject to reprimand, discipline or be administratively liable,
without prejudice to the filing of the appropriate civil or criminal action;

3. Any person who violates any provision of this ordinance, other than the prohibited acts
shall be meted a fine of Five Hundred Pesos (P500.00) or imprisonment for three (3) days,
or both such fine and imprisonment at the discretion of the court; provided that for any
second and succeeding offenses, both fine and imprisonment shall be imposed.”

x x x

SECTION 2. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE. If any provision of this Ordinance or the application of such provision to any
person or circumstances is declared unconstitutional, the remainder of this Ordinance or the application of such
provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected by such declaration.

SECTION 3. REPEALING CLAUSE. All existing ordinances and resolutions of this barangay found to be inconsistent
herewith are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 4. EFFECTIVITY. This Ordinance shall take effect in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government
Code of 1991.
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Series of 2018

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 1, 2, and 3 OF BARANGAY ORDINANCE

NO. 02 SERIES OF 2015, ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE
OFFICIAL SEAL OF BARANGAY TAMBUNAC, SAN ENRIQUE, ILOILO.”

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ADOPTED this 19th day of August, 2018 during the regular council meeting by the Sangguniang Barangay of
Tambunac, San Enrique, Iloilo.

CARRIED AND APPROVED.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was approved by the Sangguniang Barangay in its regular session
held at Tambunac Barangay Hall on August 19, 2018:

ANDRES M. SIAOTONG, JR.

Barangay Secretary

Attested by:

RENE PACLIBAR REYNOLD PALERMO

Barangay Kagawad Barangay Kagawad

ROBE JAN IVAN P. PAGULONG KRISTOFFER P. PACLIBAR

Barangay Kagawad Barangay Kagawad

LEO B. ORBITA NONATO SAPANGILA

Barangay Kagawad Barangay Kagawad

SARA JANE SILVESTRE ROMEL P. SUPE

Barangay Kagawad SK Chairperson

Approved by:

RUBIROSA L. PABILONA
Punong Barangay