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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session Ko.

House Bill No. 979

Introduced by Rep. ANGELO MARCOS BARBA
2nd District, Ilocos Norte

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Paoay Lake is one of the largest natural lakes in the Province of Ilocos Norte.
It is located within the municipality of Paoay. By virtue of Republic Act No. 5631, this
freshwater lake and the areas surrounding it was declared a national park. It covers
an area of 386 hectares. Paoay Lake is inhabited by phytoplankton, macrophytes and
zooplanktons', such as copepods, cladocerans and rotifers*. Paoay Lake National
Park is also a home to common and endangered species, including some migratory
birds that need protection and conservation.

In 2011, due to the increasing number of fish cages in the areas surrounding
Paoay Lake, the locos Norte Water District collected water samples in five
communities—villages of Nangguyudan, Nangguyudan Centro, Sungadan, Suba and
Nagbacalan. Test results confirmed the presence of E. coli, ranging from 2,840 hpe.
(heterotrophic plate count) in one sampling point to 5,780 hpc in another point—way
above the normal level of 500 hpc.? Measures were taken by the provincial
government to cleanup Paoay Lake, including the removal of fish cages which caused
pollution in the area. While Paoay Lake was declared pollution-free in 2013, the
continuous impact of human activities on our natural environment must be
recognized.

Hence, this bill.

This bill seeks to declare the Paoay Lake National Park (PLNP) a protected
landscape to regulate the utilization of terrestrial and marine resources. It seeks the
conservation, protection, and preservation of a national park such as the PLNP in
accordance with the provisions of Republic Act No. 7586, otherwise known as the
“National Integrated Protected Areas System Act of 1992” as amended by Republic
Act No. 11038, or the Expanded National Integrated Protected Area System
(ENIPAS) Act of 2018.

* Paoay Lake. Retrieved on January 2, 2021 from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paoay_Lake

* Aquino, MARY et. al (2008) Zooplankton composition and diversity in Paoay Lake, Luzon Is, Philippines Retrieved on
January &, 2021 from https://agrisfa0.org/agris-search/search.do?recordlD=PH2009001083

%arzadon, C. (13 February2013). Legendary Pacay Lake comes alive. Retrieved on January 4, 2021 from
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The measure will ensure the use and enjoyment of this area is consistent with
the principles of biological diversity and sustainable development. The creation of a
Protected Area Management Board is likewise proposed in order to carry out and
properly implement the proposed Act.

In light of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought.

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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

979

House Bill No.

Introduced by Rep. ANGELO MARCOS BARBA.
2nd District, Ilocos Norte

AN ACT
DECLARING A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
PAOAY IN THE PROVINCE OF ILOCOS NORTE, A PROTECTED AREA
WITH THE CATEGORY OF PROTECTED LANDSCAPE UNDER THE
NATIONAL INTEGRATED PROTECTED AREA SYSTEM, TO BE
REFERRED TO AS THE PAOAY LAKE PROTECTED LANDSCAPE,
PROVIDING FOR ITS MANAGEMENT, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR

Section 1. Short Title. - This act shall be known as the “Paoay Lake
Protected Landscape Act”.

Section 2. Declaration of Policy. — Cognizant of the profound impact of
human activity on all components of the natural environment, it is the policy of the
State to secure for the Filipino people of present and future generations, the
perpetual existence of all native plants and animals through the declaration of
protected areas under the National Integrated Protected Areas Systems (NIPAS)
within the classification of national park as provided for in the Constitution.

In recognition of the richness of the biological resources, both flora and fauna,
that are native and distinct to Paoay Lake, as well as their aesthetic and ecological
importance, a parcel of land located in Barangays Nanguyudan, Nagbacalan, Suba
and Sungadan in the Municipality of Paoay, Province of Mocos Norte, is hereby
declared a protected area under the category of protected landscape, and shall
hereinafter be referred to as the Paoay Lake Protected Landscape (PLPL). As such,
the State shall ensure the conservation, protection, management and rehabilitation
of the area. It is likewise recognized that effective administration of this area is


possible only through cooperation among national government, local government
units (LGUs), concerned nongovernment organizations (NGOs), private entities and
local communities. The use and enjoyment of this area must be consistent with the
principles of biological diversity and sustainable development.

Towards this end, the State shall ensure the full implementation of this Act,
the mobilization of resources for the institutional mechanisms herein established,
and the full scientific and technical support needed for the conservation of
biodiversity and the integrity of the ecosystems, and cultural and indigenous

practices.

Section 3. Definition of Terms. — As used in this Act:

a. Buffer zones refer to identified areas outside the boundaries of and
immediately adjacent to designated protected areas that need special
development control in order to avoid or minimize harm to the protected
area;

b. Conservation refers to any act of acts of preservation and sustainable
utilization of wildlife or maintenance, restoration and enhancement of
habitats;

¢. Indigenous cultural communities/Indigenous peoples refer to groups of
people sharing common bonds and language, customs, traditions, and
other distinctive cultural traits, and who have, since time immemorial
occupied, possessed and utilized a territory;

d. National park refers to land of public domain classified as such in the
Constitution which includes all areas under the NIPAS, primarily
designated for the conservation of native plants and animals, their
associated habitats and cultural diversity;

e. Protected area refers to an identified portion of land and water set aside
by reason of unique physical and biological significance, managed to
enhance biological diversity and protected against destructive human
exploitation;

f. Protected landscape refers to an area of national significance which is
characterized by the harmonious interaction of human and land and water


while providing opportunities for enjoyment through recreation, tourism,
and other economic activities;

g. Tenured migrants refer to protected area occupants who are presently
occupying, and have been actually and continuously occupying, a portion
of the protected area for five (5) years before the same was established by
proclamation or law as a protected area, and are solely dependent therein

for submission.

Section 4. Classification as a National Park. The PLPL is comprised of a
parcel of land of the public domain located in the Municipality of Paoay, in the
Province of locos Norte. All lands of the public domain within the coverage and
scope of the PLPL shall fall under the classification of national park as provided for
in Article XII, Section of the Constitution.

Section 5. Scope and Coverage. - The boundaries of the PLPL are more
particularly described as the area beginning at a point marked “1” on the Map, being
N 42° 59" 14” W, 390.62 meters from PRS92 Control Monument “ILN-3040" with a
geographic coordinates of 18° 6” 59.771 latitude and 120° 33° 12.468” longitude
located at Nanguyudan, Paoay, Ilocos Norte,

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thence N 0° 40’ 30" W 49.29 meters to corner 3;
thence N 67° 18°54" W 94.77 meters to corner 4;
thence 'S 24° 25' 20" W 106.83 meters to corner 5;
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thence N 76° 22" 12" W 85.55 meters to corner
thence N 34° 4°22” W 91.46 meters to corner

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thence N 45° 32°37" E 115.53 meters to corner 226;
thence S 55° 20’ 54" E 58.54 meters to corner 227;
thence S 38° 35'7" W 130.53 meters to corner 228;
thence S 48° 18" 29" W 78.79 meters to corner 229;
thence S$ 21°34’ 55" E 67.67 meters to corner 230;
thence S61°12'S"E 43.13 meters to corner 231;
thence S 41°36’ 51"E 91.17 meters to corner 232;
thence N 35° 48" 33" E 103.03 meters to corner 233;
thence S 65°50 11"E 138.89 meters to corner 234;
thence S 46° 23’ 50" E 58.00 meters to corner 235;
thence S 28° 647" W 82.76 meters to corner 236;
thence S 4° 36’ 38" W 62.20 meters to corner 1;

Section 6. Establishment of Buffer Zones. — The Secretary of the Department
of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), upon the recommendation of the
Protected Area Management Board created under Section 7 of this Act, may
designate areas surrounding the PLPL as buffer zones for the purpose of providing
an extra layer of protection where restrictions may be applied: Provided, That in
cases where the designated buffer zone would cover private lands, the owners thereof
shall be required to design their development with due consideration to the protected

area management plan.

ARTICLE IL
MANAGEMENT MECHANISMS

Section 7. Protected Area Management Board. ~ Within ninety (90) days
from the effectivity of this Act, a Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) shall be
created to oversee the management of the PLPL. The PAMB shall be composed of the
following:

a. DENR Regional Executive Director of Region 1, as the Chairperson;

b. Governor of the Province of Ilocos Norte or a duly authorized
representative;

c. Senators of the Republic of the Philippines who are duly registered
residents of the Province of Tocos Norte, or their duly designated
representatives, unless the Senators decline the membership in the PAMB;


d. District Representative of the Congressional District where the PLPL is
located, or a duly designated representative, unless the District
Representative declines the membership in the PAMB’

e. Mayor of the Municipality of Paoay, in the Province of Ilocos Norte or a
duly authorized representative;

f. Chairperson of all barangays with territorial jurisdiction over the PLPL;

g. Regional Directors of the following agencies, namely: Department of
Agriculture, National Economic and Development Authority, Department
of Science and Technology, Philippine National Police, Department of
National Defense, and Department of Tourism;

h. Three (3) representatives from either the NGOs or People’s Organizations
(POs) based in the Province of Ilocos Norte, duly accredited both by the
DENR and the provincial government. The NGOs or Pos represented
should have been in existence for at least five (5) years and with track
record in or related to protected area management;

i. At least one (1) but not more than three (3) representatives from all the
indigenous cultural communities/indigenous peoples present in the area
and recognized by the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples;

j. One (a) representative from the academic institution, preferably from a
university or college in the Province of Ilocos Norte, with proven track
record in or related to the protected area management; and

k. One (1) representative from the private sector, preferably a resident of the
Province of Ilocos Norte, who is distinguished in a profession or field
interest relevant to the management or protected area.

The terms of office of members of the PAMB, as well as the grounds for their

removal shall be in accordance with the provisions of Republic Act No. 7586,
otherwise known as the National Integrated Protected Areas System Act of 1992” as
amended by Republic Act No. 11038, otherwise known as the “Expanded National
Integrated Protected Areas System Act of 2018”.

Section 8. Functions of the PAMB. —- The PAMB shall have the following

powers and functions:

a. Oversee the management of PLPL;


. Approve policies, plans and programs, proposals, agreements, and other
related documents for the management of PLPL;

. Approve the management plan of the PLPL and ensure its harmonization
with and integration into the Ancestral Domain Sustainable Development
and Protection Plan, land use plan and other development plans, public or
private, and their implementation;

|. Adopt a manual of operations to include rules of procedures in the conduct
of business, and creation of communities and their respective terms of
reference;

. Recommend the deputation of appropriate agencies and individuals for the
enforcement of the laws, rules and regulations governing the management
of the PLPL;

. Allocate financial resources for the implementation of the management
plan and manage the Protected Area Retention Income Account and other
funds in accordance with government accounting, budgeting, and auditing
rules and regulations;

. Set fees and charges in accordance with existing guidelines;

. Issue rules and regulations for the resolution of conflicts through

appropriate and effective means;

Recommend appropriate policy changes to the DENR and other

government authorities with respect to the management of PLPL;

Monitor and assess the performance of the Protected Area Superintendent

and other protected area personnel and compliance of partners with the

terms and conditions of any undertaking, contract of agreement relative to
any project or activity within the PLPL;

Recommend from among a shortlist of qualified candidates, the

designation or appointment of the Protected Area Superintendent; and

Assess the effectiveness of the management of the protected area:

Provided, That the members of the PAMB representing the LGUs and

national agencies shall inform their respective constituents, offices or

sectors, of PAMB-approved or other relevant policies, rules, regulations,
programs, and projects and shall ensure that the provisions of this Act and
the rules and regulations issued to implement it are complied with and

used as reference and framework in their respective plans, policies,


programs, and projects. Failure to comply with the foregoing shall be the
basis for disciplinary action against such member according to
administrative rules and regulations and such penalties ad the PAMB may
provide: Provided, further, That the DENR, through the Regional Director,
shall ensure that the PAMB acts within the scope of its powers and
functions. In case of conflict between the resolutions issued by the PAMB
and the existing administrative orders of national application, the latter
shall prevail.

Section 9. The Protected Area Management Office. — There is hereby
established a Protected Area Management Office (PAMO) to be headed by a
Protected Area Superintendent (PASu) who shall supervise the day to day
management, protection, and administration of the PLPL. The PASu shall hold a
permanent plantilla position and shall be appointed by the DENR Secretary. A

sufficient number of support staff with permanent plantilla position shall be

appointed by the DENR to assist the PASu in the management of the protected area.
The PASu shall be primarily accountable to the PAMB and the DENR for the
management and operations of the PLPL. Pursuant thereto, the PASu shalll have the

following duties and responsibilities:

a.

Prepare the management plan, in consultation with the stakeholders,
including the annual work and financial plan and ensure its

implementation;

._ Ensure the integration of relevant national and LGU plans and programs

into MPL management plans, programs, projects, and policies;

. Provide secretariat services to the PAMB and its committees and ensure

the availability of relevant timely information for decision-making;

|. Formulate and recommend to the PAMB proposed policies, rules,

regulations, and programs;

. Establish, operate, and maintain a database management system which

shall be an important basis for decision-making;
Enforce laws, rules and regulations relevant to the PLPL, commence and
institute administrative and legal actions in collaboration with other
government agencies or organizations, and assist in the prosecution of
offenses committed in violation of the provisions of this Act;


8 Monitor, evaluate, and report the implementation of management
activities of the PLPL;

h. Request for and receive any technical assistance, support or advice from
any agency or instrumentality of the government as well as academic
institutions, NGOs, and the private sector, as may be necessary for the
effective management, protection and administration of the PLPL;

i. Issue permits and clearances for activities that implement the
management plan and other permitted activities in accordance with terms,
conditions, and criteria established by the PAMB: Provided, That all
permits for extraction of natural resources for research purposes,
including the collection of wildlife and its by-products or derivatives, shall
specify the acts to be authorized, and shall continue to be issued by
relevant authorities, subject to prior clearance from the PAMB, through
the PASu;

j. Collect and receive pertinent fees, charges, donations, and other income
collected and received shall be reported regularly to the PAMB and the
DENR in accordance with existing guidelines;

k. Prepare and recommend to the PAMB, approval of the annual work and
financial plans of the PLPL based on the management plan; and

1. Perform such other functions as the PAMB and the DENR may assign.

The PAMO may be augmented by the deputized local environment and
natural resources officers upon the recommendation of the PAMB and approval of
the DENR.

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PROCEEDS AND FEES

Section 10. The Paoay Lake Protected Landscape Integrated Protected Area
Fund. ~ There is hereby established a trust fund to be known as the Paoay Lake
Protected Landscape Integrated Protected Area Fund (PLPL-IPAF) for purposes of
financing projects of the PLPL and NIPAS. All income generated from the operation
and management of wild flora and fauna in the PLPL shalll accrue to PLPL-IPAF. The
income shall be derived from fees from permitted sale and export of flora and fauna


and other resources from the PLPL, proceeds from the lease of multiple-use areas,
contributions from industries and facilities directly benefiting from the PLPL, and
such other fees and income derived from the operation of the PLPL.

The PAMB shall retain seventy-five percent (75%) of all revenues raised
through the above means, which shall be deposited in the Protected Area-Retained
Income Account (PA-RIA) in any authorized government depository bank within the
locality: Provided, That disbursements out of such deposits shall be used solely for
the protection, maintenance, administration, and management of the PLPL and
implementation of duly approved projects of the PAMB. The remaining twenty-five
percent (25%) of revenues shall be deposited as a special account in the General
Fund of the National Treasury for purposes of financing the projects of the NIPAS.

‘The fund may be augmented by grants, donations, and endowments from
various sources, domestic or foreign: Provided, That the fund shall be deposited in
full as a special account in the National Treasury and disbursements therefrom shall

be made solely for the protection, maintenance, administration and management of
the NIPAS and duly approved projects endorsed by the PAMB in accordance with
existing accounting, budgeting and auditing rules and regulations: Provided, further,
That the fund shall not be used to cover personal services expenditures.

The LGUs shall continue to impose and collect all other fees not enumerated
herein which they have traditionally collected, such as business permits, property tax
and rentals of LGUs’ facilities.

ARTICLE IV
TRANSITORY AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Section 11. Appropriations. - The Secretary of the DENR shall immediately
include in the Department's program the implementation of this Act, the funding of
which shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

Section 12. Suppletory Application of the NIPAS Law. ~ The provisions of
Republic Act No. 7586, as amended by Republic Act No. 11038, shall have suppletory
applications to this Act.

Section 13. Implementing Rules and Regulations. — Within ninety (90) days
from the effectivity of this Act, the Secretary of the DENR shall, in consultation with


the local governments of the Municipality of Paoay, the provincial government of
Ilocos Norte, and concerned national government agencies, issue rules and
regulations of the effective implementation of this Act.

Section 14. Separability Clause. — If any section or provision of this Act is
held unconstitutional or invalid, the remaining sections or provisions not affected
thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect.

Section 15. Repealing Clause. — All laws, decrees, executive orders, rules and
regulations, issuance or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are
hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

Section 16. Effectivity. - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Approved,