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EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE 9th REGULAR SESSION OF THE SANGGUNIANG BARANGAY
MEMBERS OF BARANGAY MAOYON, PUERTO PRINCESA CITY HELD AT THE BARANGAY SESSION HALL
HON.ON MAY
MARY 6, 2024.
GRACE C. MERCED
SB Member
Present: HON. MIR
SB M
HON. EARL EDRENE G. DILLA Punong Barangay/ Presiding Officer
HON. JOMER L. ANDAO Sangguniang Barangay Member
HON. CHRISTOPHER R. MAYO Sangguniang Barangay Member
HON. ANNA MARIA V. SAAVEDRA Sangguniang Barangay Member
HON. MARY GRACE C. MERCED Sangguniang Barangay Member
HON. MIRIAM C. CAFE Sangguniang Barangay Member
HON. EDIBERTO V. CACA JR Sangguniang Barangay Member
HON. RICKY O. ABADIANO Sangguniang Barangay Member
AVEDRA HON. RHENAN A. BOSE Ex-officio Member SK Chairman HON. EDIB
SB
Absent: None
BARANGAY ORDINANCE NO.____
Series of 2024
Sponsored by: Hon. Mary Grace C. Merced
Co-Sponsor: Hon. Jomer L. Andao
WHEREAS, under the Local Government Code of 1991 (Republic Act No. 7160), Barangays are
encouraged to promote cultural, historical, and local traditions through events and festivities that foster HON. RIC
AYO community spirit and pride; SB
WHEREAS, the Barangay Council of Maoyon recognizes the importance of cultural heritage and its
role in strengthening community identity and unity;
WHEREAS, the Kubile Shells Festival has been an informal yet significant part of the local traditions
in Barangay Maoyon, symbolizing the rich freshwater biodiversity and the livelihood of many residents;
WHEREAS, the celebration of the founding anniversary of Barangay Maoyon presents an opportunity
to formally establish a festivity that highlights the cultural and historical significance of the community;
WHEREAS, the formal declaration of the Kubile Shells Festival as the official festivity will promote H
tourism, economic development, and cultural awareness in Barangay Maoyon; Ex-Offic
ANDAO NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Sangguniang Barangay of Maoyon in session assembled
er that:
Section 1. Title. This Ordinance shall be known and cited as "The Kubile Shells Festival Ordinance of
Barangay Maoyon."
Section 2. Declaration of the Kubile Shells Festival. The Kubile Shells Festival is hereby declared as
the official festivity for the celebration of the founding anniversary of Barangay Maoyon, Puerto
Princesa City.
Section 3. Definition of Kubile Shells. For purposes of this Ordinance, "Kubile shells" refer to the
marine mollusks scientifically known as Strombus urceus, which are found abundantly in the coastal
waters of Barangay Maoyon and are significant to the local ecosystem and economy.
Section 4. Date of Celebration. The Kubile Shells Festival shall be celebrated annually on August 22,
the founding anniversary of Barangay Maoyon.
Section 8. Funding. The Barangay Council shall allocate a portion of its annual budget for the
celebration of the Kubile Shells Festival. Additional funding may be sourced from donations,
sponsorships, and grants.
Section 10. Repealing Clause. All ordinances, resolutions, and issuances inconsistent with this
Ordinance are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.
Section 11. Effectivity. This ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its full publication in
a newspaper of general circulation, if possible, or posting in three (3) conspicuous places in the
Barangay Maoyon, this city, in accordance with article 114 of the implementing Rules and Regulations
of Republic Act 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991.
Prepared by:
CONCURRED:
RHENAN A. BOSE
Ex-Officio Member
SK Chairpeson
APPROVED: