BACOLOD City Councilor El Cid Familiaran proposed an ordinance that will require all graduating high school students in both public and private schools to plant two seedlings as pre-requisite for graduation.
The proposed ordinance cited Section 16 of Article II of the Philippine Constitution which states: “The State should protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature.” Post your online prayers for Japan earthquake victims It said the Local Government Code of 1991 mandates local government units on the primacy for conservation, development, protection and preservation of the natural resources falling within their respective territorial jurisdiction. The Environment Code of Bacolod City also states that the city should conceive and implement a clean and green program. Familiaran likewise cited the Philippine Constitution, which recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation building. As such, government should inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism, and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs. Presidential Proclamation No. 643, which amended Proclamation 396, declared an Ardor Day every 25th of June which mandates the nationwide planting trees of and ornamental plants, and other forms of relevant activities, and enjoined all sectors in tree planting activity. Thus, it is incumbent upon the City Council of Bacolod to enact an ordinance instituting continuous tree planting activities, especially among the young people or students, thereby sustaining and safeguarding future generations, the proposed resolution said, For the successful implementation of the ordinance, the resolution proposes an initial allocation of P300,000 for the 2011 budget. The allocation will be accordingly increased every year, said Familiaran. Published in the Sun.Star Bacolod newspaper
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