Rationalizing and Harmonizing Traffic and Transportation Management Powers and Functions of Agencies in Metropolitan Manila and For Other Purposes

Case Overview and Summary

EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 170

Rationalizing and Harmonizing Traffic and Transportation Management Powers and Functions of Agencies in Metropolitan Manila

• Establishes the Metropolitan Manila Land Transportation Coordinating Council (MMLTCC) as the highest policy-making body on traffic management for Metropolitan Manila. (Sec. 1A)
• Outlines the composition of the MMLTCC, including the Chairman (Chairman of the Metropolitan Manila Authority) and members from various government agencies. (Sec. 1B)
• Defines the powers and functions of the MMLTCC, including:
    - Reviewing and recommending policies and measures to improve traffic and land transportation systems. (Sec. 1C(1))
    - Identifying and resolving issues arising from the implementation of existing laws and regulations. (Sec. 1C(2))
    - Using funds allocated by the Metropolitan Manila Authority for operational needs and policy implementation. (Sec. 1C(3))
    - Calling upon government agencies and private entities for assistance. (Sec. 1C(4))
    - Encouraging private sector participation in policy formulation and implementation. (Sec. 1C(5))
• Establishes four committees to assist the MMLTCC:
    1. Committee on Enforcement (Sec. 2A)
    2. Committee on Engineering (Sec. 2B)
    3. Committee on Education and Information (Sec. 2C)
    4. Committee on Urban Transport Services (Sec. 2D)
• Appoints an Executive Director to coordinate the day-to-day activities of the MMLTCC and direct the committees. (Sec. 3)
• Designates the Metropolitan Manila Authority as the lead agency in implementing approved traffic and land transportation plans and programs. (Sec. 4)
• Assigns the Philippine National Police to assist the Metropolitan Manila Authority in implementing approved plans. (Sec. 5)
• Requires local government traffic management units to assist the Metropolitan Manila Authority in implementing approved plans. (Sec. 6)
• Grants operational direction, control, and supervision over traffic enforcement personnel to the Philippine National Police, while administrative supervision remains with their respective agencies. (Sec. 7)
• Requires government agencies constituting the MMLTCC to allocate a portion of their budget to meet the Council's administrative and operational requirements. (Sec. 8)
• Repeals or modifies any issuances, orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order. (Sec. 9)
• Declares the immediate effectivity of this Executive Order. (Sec. 10)