11/09/2026
𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐍 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐒
𝑺𝒆𝒑𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓 𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | The Sangguniang Bayan of Bula, through the Committee on Ordinances and Legal Matters and the Committee on Peace, Order and Public Safety, conducted a public hearing at the Bula Municipal Covered Court, providing an avenue for constituents, stakeholders, and concerned offices to participate in the discussion and deliberation of proposed local measures.
The first measure presented was:
AN ORDINANCE ENJOINING ALL BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT AND LOCAL TRANSPORTATION IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT OF BULA, CAMARINES SUR TO ADOPT QR PH DIGITAL PAYMENTS IN LINE WITH THE PALENG-QR PH PROGRAM.
The proposed ordinance was presented by Councilor Gregorio L. Pontanal, with Mr. Bob Almeda, Bank Officer II of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), South Luzon Regional Office, providing additional information and technical guidance on the implementation of digital payments. During the question-and-answer portion, concerns were raised regarding the safety and security of money when using online payment platforms. Mr. Almeda explained the details of digital transactions, the safeguards involved, and the solutions and mechanisms provided by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas in addressing concerns related to digital payments.
The hearing also tackled the following proposed ordinance, and likewise presented by Councilor Gregorio L. Pontanal:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING ENGINEERED BAMBOO AS THE ONE TOWN, ONE PRODUCT (OTOP) OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BULA, CAMARINES SUR, PROMOTING ITS DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION, PROCESSING, MARKETING, AND UTILIZATION, PROVIDING INCENTIVES THEREFOR, APPROPRIATING FUNDS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
During the discussion, Ms. Anne Fornoles of the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion Office (LEDIPO) expressed her appreciation and support for the proposed measure, recognizing its potential to promote the development and utilization of engineered bamboo as a local product.
Meanwhile, Councilor Pablo R. Almazan Jr. presented the proposed measure:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ORDINANCE NO. 2017-08-009 “AN ORDINANCE MANDATING THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS INSTITUTIONS, PRIVATE BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT OF BULA CAMARINES SUR TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV) CAMERAS AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Following the presentation, the newly assigned Deputy Chief of Police - Police Lieutenant Mildred Robosa of Bula Municipal Police Station was given the floor to provide inputs, clarifications, and insights regarding the proposed ordinance. Several participants also raised questions concerning the specifications and requirements for CCTV cameras stated in the measure, which were addressed during the discussion.
The proposed youth code was also presented by Councilor Sherlyn Joy R. Hombre:
AN ORDINANCE ENACTING THE COMPREHENSIVE YOUTH WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT CODE IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BULA, PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Since the proposed ordinance had already undergone deliberation during the public consultation held last August, the presentation focused on a brief recap of the revisions incorporated into the measure. LYDO III Engr. Ian Owen A. Raña also delivered a message of support for the approval of the proposed ordinance, emphasizing the importance of strengthening programs and policies for the welfare and development of the youth.
To formally close the program, Municipal Vice Mayor Nellie P. Largo delivered a closing message, expressing her sincere gratitude to everyone who attended and actively participated in the public hearing. She emphasized that every suggestion, concern, and insight raised by the constituents is valuable and plays an important role in the formulation and passage of ordinances.
The public hearing concluded with a productive exchange of ideas, questions, clarifications, and recommendations from the participating constituents and stakeholders. Indeed, the successful conduct of the public hearing reflects the continuing commitment of the Sangguniang Bayan of Bula to transparent, participatory, and responsive local legislation.
COMMITTEE ON ORDINANCES AND LEGAL MATTERS
Chairperson: COUN. EDNA Z. MORA
Vice - Chairperson: COUN. GREGORIO L. PONTANAL
Members: COUN. PABLO R. ALMAZAN JR., COUN. SHERLYN JOY R. HOMBRE and COUN. MA. FRANCE MERCED SEDILLA-CAJURAO
COMMITTEE ON PEACE, ORDER AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Chairperson: COUN. PABLO R. ALMAZAN JR.
Vice - Chairperson: LNMBP FREDDIE C. FRANCISCO JR.
Members: COUN. GREGORIO L. PONTANAL, COUN. ELY A. SORETA and COUN. JOEL O. CAYA
