AN ORDINANCE INSTITUTIONALIZING THE CONDUCT OF BARANGAY SERBISYO CARAVAN OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT OF ROXAS, ORIENTAL MINDORO, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

WHEREAS, Section 16 of Republic Act No. 7160 or the Local Government Code of the Philippines states that, “Every local government unit shall exercise the powers expressly granted, those necessarily implied therefrom, as well as powers necessary, appropriate, or incidental for its efficient and effective governance, and those which are essential to the promotion of the general welfare;

WHEREAS, since 1998, the Local Government Unit of Roxas has been providing the Annual Civic Action Program: Local Serbisyo Caravan to offer free basic services to the community; and in order to ensure the continuity of this valuable initiative, it is necessary to institutionalize and support its ongoing implementation;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Sangguniang Bayan of Roxas, in regular session assembled, that;

SECTION 1. Title. This ordinance shall be known as, “Local Government Unit (LGU) Cares Program.

SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy. The Annual Civic Action Program: Local Serbisyo Caravan is hereby institutionalized as an integral component of the LGU’s commitment to community service. This initiative shall be maintained and supported as a regular and enduring program to provide essential free services to all residents.

SECTION 3. Services Offered. The Local Government Unit of Roxas shall offer its major services to the people of Roxas in the barangays for free, such as, but not limited to:

A. Medical Services:

1. Medical check-up;

2. Medicines;

3. Circumcision;

4. Dental check-up and tooth extraction;

5. Basic laboratory services;

6. Registration of Yakap Philhealth;

7. Facilitate the Universal Philhealth Coverage Registration

8. Health Education (DOTS, RABIES, HIV AND DENGUE);

B. Social Services:

1. Porridge for children 3-12 years old; and

2. Registration of Universal Philhealth

C. Agricultural Services:

1. Agriculture.

i. Registry System for Basic Sector in Agriculture (RSBSA)

ii. Vegetable seeds distribution for backyard gardening;

iii. Vegetable seedlings distribution;

iv. Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation insurance (rice, corn, high valued crops and fishery); and

v. Technical assistance

2. Veterinary.

i. Registry System for Basic Sector in Agriculture (RSBSA)

ii. Rabies vaccination and deworming (dogs and cats);

iii. Livestock deworming, vitamin supplement and treatment;

iv. Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation insurance for livestock;

v. Technical assistance; and

vi. Dog/cat castration

D. Additional Services:

1. Municipal Treasury.

i. Registration of Bangka;

ii. Taxes (Real Property Tax, Business/Mayor’s Permit, and Community Tax Certificate)

2. Municipal Civil Registry Office.

i. Late registration;

ii. Correction of clerical errors;

iii. Project legitimation;

iv. Registration for Kasalang Bayan;

v. PhilSys Birth Registration Assistance Project

3. Legal Services.

SECTION 4. Implementation. The Local Government Unit of Roxas, through the Office of the Municipal Mayor, shall ensure the continuous implementation of the Local Serbisyo Caravan by providing the necessary financial, logistical, and human resources to sustain the program’s effectiveness and broaden its reach. A total of twenty (20) barangays shall benefit from this initiative. The determination of the initial recipient barangay shall be at the discretion of the Local Chief Executive. Thereafter, the Local Serbisyo Caravan shall be conducted annually every month of May.

SECTION 5. Source of Funds. The Office of the Municipal Mayor, together with the respective offices providing such services, shall allocate funds annually to ensure the proper implementation of the same within the Municipality.

SECTION 6. Program Enhancement. The LGU shall periodically review the Local Serbisyo Caravan to identify areas for improvement. Based on these assessments, necessary enhancements shall be implemented to better serve the community.

SECTION 7. Community Engagement. The LGU shall actively engage with community members and stakeholders to foster collaboration and gather feedback to improve the services provided through the Local Serbisyo Caravan. This engagement is crucial to ensuring that the program remains relevant and responsive to the evolving needs of the community.

SECTION 8. Reporting and Accountability. Regular reports on the performance, impact, and financial aspects of the Local Serbisyo Caravan shall be submitted to the appropriate oversight bodies to ensure transparency, accountability, and the responsible management of resources.

SECTION 9. Repealing Clause. All ordinances, resolutions, executive orders and all other issuances inconsistent herewith are deemed to be repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 10. Separability Clause. If any of the provisions of this ordinance is declared invalid and unconstitutional, other parts or provisions hereof shall continue to be in full force and effect.

SECTION 11. Effectivity. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval.

On motion of Councilor Sheikinah Grace C. Sanzs duly seconded by all this Ordinance is hereby ENACTED.

Adopted: 08 June 2026