Local Government in the Philippines

What is the role of local governments in the Philippines?

What are the political subdivisions in the Philippines?

What powers does the provincial government possess?

• To acquire and transfer real and personal properties

• To enter into contracts

• To exercise other rights and obligations

How many provinces are there in the Philippines?

• 77

• 50

• 100

What is the election schedule for provincial officials?

What is a municipality in the context of local government?

What are the elective officials in a municipality?

• Municipal Mayor

• Vice Mayor

• Councilors

What are the main functions of the Mayor?

• To execute all laws and municipal ordinances

• To supervise the administration of the town

• To issue orders relative to the maintenance of peace and order

• To preside over the meetings of the municipal council

• To recommend measures to the municipal council aimed at the improvement of the social and economic conditions of the people

What is the composition of the Municipal Council?

• Mayor

• Vice Mayor

• Councilors

What are the functions of the City Council?

• To levy and collect taxes in accordance with law

• To enact ordinances

• To provide for public works constructions

• To establish fire zones within the city

• To provide for the protection of the inhabitants from public calamities