Implementing the Ilocos Norte Development Program, Providing Funds Therefor and for Other Purposes

Case Overview and Summary

Summary of Executive Order No. 941

Declaration of Policy (Section 1):
- Creates the Ilocos Norte Development Program under the Office of the President.
- The Program shall implement the comprehensive provincial development plan.
- It shall oversee and coordinate all government programs and projects in the Province.
- It shall undertake detailed project preparation and development for financing.

Creation of the Program Office (Section 2):
- Creates a Program Office with the following powers and functions:
    - Oversee and coordinate the entire development program. (Section 2a)
    - Conduct detailed project preparation and investment studies. (Section 2b)
    - Review plans, budgets, and work-programs of national agencies. (Section 2c)
    - Review and endorse budget release requests of implementing agencies. (Section 2d)
    - Receive grants and donations of funds, equipment, materials, and services. (Section 2e)
    - Negotiate with local and foreign financing institutions, subject to Presidential approval. (Section 2f)
    - Enlist support from government agencies and private sector. (Section 2g)
    - Avail expertise of government agencies or private individuals/firms. (Section 2h)
    - Create inter-agency sectoral committees or task forces. (Section 2i)
    - Draw up administrative and management mechanisms. (Section 2j)
    - Undertake other related functions for effective implementation. (Section 2k)

The Policy Coordinating Council (Section 3):
- Provides overall policy guidance and facilitates inter-agency complementation.
- Chaired by the Governor of Ilocos Norte.
- Members include representatives from various government agencies.

The Program Management Office (Section 4):
- Undertakes implementation, management, and supervision of day-to-day operations.
- Headed by an Executive Director and a Managing Director appointed by the President.
- Functions include:
    - Execute policies, guidelines, and decisions of the Policy Coordinating Council. (Section 4a)
    - Coordinate activities of concerned agencies. (Section 4b)
    - Direct and supervise preparation of investment studies and projects. (Section 4c)
    - Consolidate and recommend budgetary requests for approval. (Section 4d)
    - Submit periodic work accomplishment and financial reports. (Section 4e)
    - Perform other functions assigned by the Chairman. (Section 4f)

Creation of Committees (Section 5):
- The Chairman is authorized to create inter-agency committees and advisory bodies.

Assistance from Government Agencies (Section 6):
- The Office is authorized to call upon any government agency or private sector for assistance.

Contracts for Consultancy, Engineering and Related Services (Section 7):
- The Program may enter into contracts for consultancy, engineering and related services, subject to Presidential approval.

Appointment, Promotion and Detail of Personnel (Section 8):
- The Program Office and its officers and employees are not covered by Civil Service Law.
- Officers and employees shall be appointed, promoted and compensated pursuant to merit system adopted by the Policy Council.
- The Program may call on services of technical experts and professionals from any branch of the government.

Appropriation (Section 9):
- SEVEN MILLION PESOS (P7,000,000.00) is authorized to be released from the Special Activities Fund and the Project Feasibility Fund for operations in Fiscal Year 1984.
- Sufficient funds shall be appropriated in the annual General Appropriation Act thereafter.

Repealing Clause (Section 10):
- All orders, instructions and circulars contrary to or inconsistent with this Order are revoked or modified.

Effectivity (Section 11):
- This Order shall take effect immediately.