REGINALD C.

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ACTIVITY 4-4

1. Why do you think participation through local special bodies is mandated by Local
Government Code?
LGUs shall promote the establishment and operation of people’s organizations,
NGOs, and the private sector, to make them active partners in the pursuit of local
autonomy  to directly involve them in the plans, programs, projects or activities of
the local government.
2. Why would 25% at least membership from PO’s and NGO’s enhance Local
development Council deliberations?
Deliberation is a process of thoughtfully weighing options, usually prior to voting.
Deliberation emphasizes the use of logic and reason as opposed to power-
struggle, creativity, or dialogue. Group decisions are generally made after
deliberation through a vote or consensus of those involved. Hence, limiting the
membership of atleast 25% will ensure that each PO’s and NGO’s are properly
represented.
3. In your opinion, how much of this provision are followed? Can you explain why
they are followed or why they are usually not followed ?
Local Government Units strictly follows the provision of Local Government Code as
this Code was a National Law, hence, any violations of the provisions of this Code
can make an LGU or an official liable. Although there are variations on how the
provisions were followed, the strict implementation of this Code was observed by
LGU’s.
4. How important are sectoral representatives? If they are important, what can you
suggest to implement the law?
Local sectoral representation (LSR) is a system where representatives from local
sectoral groups are elected to sit as members of the local sanggunians
(legislative councils) in all municipalities, cities and provinces.These sectoral
representatives sit as part of the sanggunian to enact laws that will address the
concerns of the sectors that they represent and presents the views of the
member organizations in the form of proposals that can be incorporated into a
law that will implement it. It ensures the continued democratization of local
governance.  It provides for a more responsive and accountable local
government by involving community stakeholders in legislation and development
planning.

The phrase "as may be provided for by law" shows that Congress should pass another
law that will provide the other details regarding the election of local sectoral
representatives. Congress has the discretion to determine whether the sectoral
representatives to be elected will be individuals or organizations.  If organizations run as
sectoral representatives, they will designate their representatives to the sanggunian in
the event that their organizations are elected.Considering the relative success of the
Party-List System used in the last national elections, it is suggested that local sectoral
representatives likewise be elected through their respective organizations. The call for
an active lobby and advocacy for the passage of such a bill for local sectoral
representatives is, therefore, imperative.