This MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT entered into this ______
day of _______________________ 2018, in Barangay Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro Cityl, Philippines, by and between:
BARANGAY CAMAMAN-AN DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
MANAGEMENT COUNCIL, a functional strategic management arm of the Local Government, with office located at Barangay Hall of Camaman-an, Macajalar, Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro City, represented herein by Punong Barangay HON. PEDRO I. ARDA, in his capacity as the Chairperson of the Barangay Camaman-an Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (BCDRRMC), hereinafter referred to as “BCDRRMC”.
and
CAMAMAN-AN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, a national high
school created under the Philippine Laws with office located at Upper Paglaum, Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, represented by its School Principal Rowena Concepcion, herein referred to as “CAMNHS”.
That
WHEREAS, it is the policy of the “BCDRRMC” to provide
maximum care, assistance and services to the individuals and families of Barangay Camaman-an affected by disasters, implement rehabilitation projects to lessen the impacts of disasters and facilitate resumption of normal social and economic activity;
WHEREAS, one of the functions of “CAMNHS” is to respond and
manage the adverse effect of emergencies and carry out recovery activities, ensuring there is an efficient mechanism for immediate evacuation for the affected residents especially women and children and marginalized sectors of the community;
WHEREAS, both parties “BCDRRMC” and “CAMNHS” recognize
that only in cases/disasters the Camaman-an National High School be used the “EVACUATION CENTER/ FACILITY” for the individuals and families of Barangay Camaman-an affected by disasters ONLY.
WHEREAS, both parties “BCDRRMC” and “CAMNHS” recognize
that when Camaman-an National High School is used as EVACUATION CENTER/ FACILITY, the covered court and other spaces shall be utilized first. CLASSROOMS SHALL ONLY BE USED AS LAST RESORT; WHEREAS, if the used of Camaman-an National High School is predicted to exceed fifteen (15) days, “BCDRRMC” shall provide written documentation to the DILG on the following:
a. The name and location of the school;
b. All alternative sites and proposals for final site selection; c. Measures being implemented to prevent interference or disruption to the school educational activities of children.
NOW, THEREFORE, in view of the foregoing premises, and subject
to the undertakings hereinafter provided, the Parties hereto have agreed, as follows;
I. UNDERTAKINGS
BCDRRMC shall:
1. Notify “CAMNHS” of the state of calamity/ emergency and
the school facilities be used as “EVACUATION CENTER”;
2. Shall limit the use of Camaman-an National High School to
fifteen (15) days. In the event such use is prolonged, “BCDRRMC” shall formally coordinate with DILG highlighting the following information:
a. Name and location of the school
b. Alternative evacuation center c. Relocation plans.
CAMNHS shall:
1. Secure the school premises’ readiness/ preparedness for
the evacuees.
2. Formally communicate to all its teachers informing them
of the partnership with “BCDRRMC”on Emergency Relief and Protection for children before, during and after disaster and other emergency situations;
3. For school to accommodate the evacuees in the event of
disasters.
4. Coordinate with “BCDRRMC” for security and protection
of the evacuees.
II. AMMENDMENTS
This MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT shall not be revoked,
revised and amended or modified in any respect except by mutual consent in writing of both contracting parties. III. EFFECTIVITY AND TERMINATION
This AGREEEMENT shall take effect upon signing by the two
parties and shall remain in force until revoked by the concerned parties, subject to a written notice given thirty (30) days in advance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have causes their signatures
be affixed this ______________ day of _________________________ 2018 in Barangay Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.