EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
12th Regular Session –
March 25, 2026
Sangguniang Panlungsod of Iloilo City
Presiding Officer: Hon. Lady Julie Grace L. Baronda
Narrative Summary
The 12th Regular Session
of the Sangguniang Panlungsod was convened on March 25, 2026, under the
presiding leadership of Vice Mayor Lady Julie Grace L. Baronda. A full quorum
was established, allowing the body to proceed with legislative business.
A significant portion of
the session was devoted to a privilege speech by Hon. Romel D. Duron,
highlighting the worsening condition of the transport sector amid rising global
oil prices. The speech underscored the economic strain on local drivers, the
impact of fuel taxation, and regulatory gaps concerning motorcycle-for-hire
operations. As a result, two corollary resolutions were introduced and
subsequently approved, calling for national policy action on fare adjustments
and fuel tax relief.
Legislative action during
the session focused heavily on traffic management ordinances,
particularly temporary road closures for religious activities, infrastructure
projects, and public events. These measures reflect ongoing coordination
between the City Government and stakeholders to balance public safety,
mobility, and community activities.
The Sanggunian also
approved multiple budget-related resolutions, affirming compliance of
barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) budgets with statutory requirements. In
addition, the body advanced initiatives promoting participatory governance,
including the formal establishment of the Iloilo City People’s Council and
accreditation of civil society organizations.
Further actions included
approvals of agreements and authorizations involving social services (4Ps,
senior citizen pension), education (OJT and IstoryaFest), employment (SPES),
and local economic activities (cockfighting permits tied to barangay fiestas).
Personnel-related financial obligations were likewise addressed through
authorization of terminal leave payments.
Overall, the session
reflects a balance of local governance oversight, socio-economic
responsiveness, and institutional development initiatives.
Highlights
of Proceedings
A.
Ordinances Passed
- Regulation Ordinance
No. 2026-0085
Temporary road closures in Molo for Lenten activities (March 27, 29; April 3, 5, 12, 2026). - Regulation Ordinance
No. 2026-0086
Half-lane closure of Divinagracia–Railroad St., Lapuz-Lapaz for flood mitigation project (March 28, 2026 – Feb 16, 2027). - Regulation Ordinance
No. 2026-0087
Half-lane road closure for 5KM Fun Run (SM City Iloilo area) on April 5, 2026.
B.
Resolutions Passed
Budget
Approvals & Financial Measures
- Resolution No.
2026-0206 – Approval of Supplemental Budget No. 2 (CY
2025) of Brgy. Maria Clara (₱25,400).
- Resolution No.
2026-0207 – Approval of CY 2025 SK Budget of Brgy.
North San Jose (₱450,446).
- Resolution No.
2026-0208 – Approval of CY 2026 Annual Budgets of five
barangays.
- Resolution No.
2026-0209 – Approval of CY 2026 SK Budgets of three
barangays.
- Resolution No.
2026-0220 – Authorization of payment of terminal leave
benefits (₱768,969.35 and ₱262,762.93).
Governance
& Institutional Development
- Resolution No.
2026-0210 – Accreditation of Apassa Productions and
Cine Enkanto as CSO.
- Resolution No.
2026-0211 – Initiation of the Iloilo City People’s
Council.
Authority
& Permits
- Resolution No.
2026-0212 – Authority to Mayor to sign SPES employment
contracts.
- Resolution No.
2026-0213 – Special permit for Rockwell Cockpit Arena
(Brgy. Ed Ganzon fiesta).
- Resolution No.
2026-0214 – Special permit for Mandurriao Cockpit
Arena (Brgy. Dungon C fiesta).
Agreements
& Program Confirmations
- Resolution No.
2026-0215 – Confirmation of MOA with DSWD for 4Ps
implementation.
- Resolution No.
2026-0216 – Confirmation of Social Pension Program for
indigent senior citizens.
- Resolution No.
2026-0217 – Confirmation of MOU for IstoryaFest 2026.
- Resolution No.
2026-0218 – Confirmation of MOA with CPU for nursing
OJT.
- Resolution No.
2026-0219 – Confirmation of ICGESP contract (study
leave for Bar exams).
C.
Significant Items / Actions Taken
- Privilege Speech
(Transport Sector Crisis)
- Addressed
fuel price surge, fare regulation issues, and informal transport
competition.
- Highlighted
economic impact on ~7,000 drivers and dependents.
- Corollary Measures
Approved:
- Resolution
urging lifting of suspension on approved fare increases.
- Resolution
proposing a tiered fare matrix linked to oil prices.
- Legislative Focus
Areas:
- Traffic
and mobility management (road closures, rerouting plans).
- Strengthening
participatory governance (People’s Council creation).
- Social
protection and welfare program support (4Ps, pensions).
- Youth
and community development (SK budgets, IstoryaFest).
Source Minutes of the 12th
Regular Session, Sangguniang Panlungsod of Iloilo City, March 25, 2026