Agenda for the 13th Regular Session of the 12th Iloilo City Council scheduled for October 8, 2025

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Executive Summary – 13th Regular Session (October 8, 2025)

Key Legislative Items for First Reading

  1. Public Transport Franchises

    • Multiple ordinances (DN 25-10-1630 to 1635) propose granting Certificates of Public Convenience to tricycle operators across different city routes in Lapuz, Mandurriao, Jaro, and Molo, ensuring compliance with Regulation Ordinance No. 2024-116.

  2. Temporary Road Closures for Events

    • DN 25-10-1637 to 1641: Temporary closures for major events including:

      • BINI Fan Meeting (Oct 12)

      • iQOR Fun Run (Oct 26)

      • Rotaract Run for a Cause (Nov 8)

      • Pinoy Fitness Sub1 Challenge (Nov 9)

      • Life Savers Run by Naval Reserve Center (Nov 15)

  3. Development and Business Support

    • DN 25-10-1629: Final approval of the Global Industrial Compound by Citic Land Development Corp. (Lapuz).

    • DN 25-10-1619: Ordinance proposing discounts on business taxes and regulatory fees for nano enterprises.

  4. CSO/NGO Accreditations

    • Accreditation of the following organizations:

      • Furry Friends Second Chance Philippines, Inc.

      • The Zoological Society of London-CMRP Philippines, Inc.

      • Medical Action Group, Inc.

  5. Barangay and SK Budgets

    • Approval of CY 2025 Annual Budgets for:

      • Jalandoni Estate, East Timawa, Kauswagan, and Claudio Castilla El 98.

    • Approval of SK Budget for Barangay Benedicto, Jaro.

  6. City Mayor's Endorsements

    • Supplemental Annual Investment Program (AIP) 2026.

    • Deed of Usufruct between the City and Atty. Jerry Treñas covering artworks and furnishings in City Hall.

    • Cockfighting permits for fiestas in Sto. Rosario–Duran and Alalasan.

    • DICT eLCR & eSMS Conforme for digitized civil registry.

    • MOA with Asilo de Molo, Inc.

    • Legal opinion on flood susceptibility study.

    • Resolutions promoting urban agriculture and local vegetable sourcing.

    • DPWH request on road closure updates.

    • Reports from Treasurer and Assessor on property levies and assessments.

    • Barangay Inday ordinance increasing clearance and certification fees.

Committee Reports

  1. Committee on Rules, Ordinances, and Legal Affairs

    • MOA between the City Government and NFA for rice procurement for relief and food security programs.

  2. Committee on Women and Family Relations

    • MOA with Cameleon Association, Inc. for rehabilitation of abused girls.

    • MOA with ISAT-U and SOS Children's Villages for alternative child care programs.

  3. Committee on Local Accreditation

    • Accreditation applications from Bugasong Multi-Purpose Cooperative and Hublag Ilonggo, Inc.

  4. Committee on Education, Science, and Technology

    • ICCC Board Resolutions:

      • Search for College President (per CHED mandate).

      • Implementation of Extension Program for community outreach.

Calendar of Business

  • Second Reading:
    Ordinance institutionalizing the Barangay Employment Service Officer (BESO) in all barangays to strengthen local employment facilitation in coordination with PESO.

Overall Focus

This session centers on:

  • Expansion of transport franchises and event-related ordinances,

  • Support for economic and social development via business incentives and barangay budget approvals,

  • Strengthened partnerships with CSOs/NGOs and national agencies, and

  • Enhancement of education, child welfare, and food security programs through formal agreements.