PROPOSED TOURISM CODE OF FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF GUIGUINTO, BULACAN

CHAPTER 1

GENERAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 1. TITLE - This ordinance shall be known as the "Guiguinto Municipal Tourism
Code of 2019 ".

SECTION 2. SCOPE - This ordinance shall govern and regulate tourism development
and promotion programs of and within the Municipality of Guiguinto, Bulacan, including the
licensing, registration, regulation and supervision of the operations of tourism oriented
related establishments and activities.

The Ordinance shall apply to all persons, natural or juridical, who are engaged in tourism
oriented and/or related undertakings such as, but not limited to the management of,
resorts, hotels, restaurants, tourist inns, pension/transient houses, motorist hotels,
homestays, dormitories, apartelles, farms, travelling agencies, operators/organizers, tour
guides, professional congress, transport units, organizations and other similar tourism
oriented/related establishments whose operation is domestic or international in scope.

SECTION 3 OBJECTIVES

a. To initiate its own program, encouraging and developing tourism as means of

projecting Guiguinto’s culture, history, traditions and natural beauty, and as an
instrument of accelerating the development of the Municipality of Guiguinto.
b. To provide a forum to renew and/or update the commitments of the LGU
and the private sector to expedite and ensure sustainable development and
promotion of tourism in the Municipality of Guiguinto.
c. To promote local tourism via pronounced theme.
d.To institutionalize networking between and among NGA's, LGU’s, and the private
sector.
e.To educate and inform the people of Guiguinto through the Municipal Tourism
Council of the cost benefits of the tourism development.

SECTION 4. MANIFESTO OF COMMITMENTS - The Local Government Unit of Guiguinto

commits to accomplish the following:

a. Adopt our town’s rich history, nature, culture and arts as our industry's
central theme to bring forth social cohesion and unity of direction;
 b. Encourage the adoption and enactment of legislative measures for the
protection and enhancement of the environment through awareness campaigns
aimed at preventing, counteracting or mitigating the negative impacts of tourism
development;
c. Strengthen the capabilities of the LGU and the Arts Culture and Tourism
Council in planning, developing and promoting the Town’s natural and man-made
resources for sustainable growth;
d. Work towards a pleasant experience and stay for the tourists/visitors
while at the same time protecting the interests, welfare and rights of the host
community;
e. Promote quality tourism and endeavor to improve tourism facilities,
professionalize tourism services and provide favorable atmosphere for investment
flows in tourism development projects;
f. Counteract unfavorable/unfair media coverage with positive news feedback;
g. Enrich, promote support and subsidize the annual celebration of the
”HALAMANAN FESTIVAL” which has been the central tourism attraction of
Guiguinto since 1998.

SECTION 5. ACRONYMS AND DEFINITION OF TERMS - For the purpose of this

ordinance, the terms and phrases used in this Section shall be construed or interpreted to
mean or refer to, as follows;

a. GACTC Guiguinto Arts Culture and Tourism Council

b. SIKKKAT Department (Tanggapan ng Sining, Impormasyon, Kabataan,
Kasaysayan, Kalinangan at Turismo)
c. APARTMENT - HOTEL (APARTEL) - any building or edifice containing several
independent or furnished or semi-furnished apartments, regularly leased to tourists
and travelers for a period of not less than one day.
d. ASSOCIATION - An organization of persons/entities having the subject of
tourism as a common interest.
e. BAR (KTV/Videoke), COCKTAIL LOUNGE (NIGHT OR DAY) - are
establishments where intoxicating and fermented liqours or malt are sold in
addition to cooked food; it may also feature entertainment or live bands.

a. Night or day club includes any place frequented at night-time or day-time,

as the case maybe, where patrons are served food and drinks and allowed
to dance with partners or dance instructors. There may be presence of
musicians or record players installed within its premises.

f. BPLO Business Permit and Licensing Office

g. BTC Barangay Tourism Committee
h. LGU Guiguinto - The Local Government Unit of Government
i. DOT - Department of Tourism
j. GARDEN CITY - For this purpose, it refers to a vast or portion of land
reserved by the Municipal Government of Guiguinto for tourism and public use.
k. HALAMANAN Festival – an annual festivity celebrated from January 19 to
January 23 promoting the garden industry of the town and the founding anniversary
of the Guiguinto as an independent municipality
l. HOTEL - any building, edifice or premise which offers a venue for
receptions,
m. Seminars/convention/forums, accommodations or lodging of travelers or
tourist for a fee..
n. INLAND RESORT - resort located within the town proper.
o. MAYOR'S PERMIT - the privilege or authority granted by the Municipal
Mayor to own operate manage and maintain a tourist establishment,
p. LTFRB - Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board.
q. LTO - Land Transportation Office
r. MASSAGE THERAPIST - is a certified/licensed person who has
undergone extensive training either locally or internationally regarding anatomy,
physiology and multitude of massage technique.
s. MUSEUM - refers to establishments showcasing historical artifacts.
t. PAMB Protected Area Management Board
u. PENSION HOUSE/ TRANSIENT HOUSE - a private or family. oriented tourist
boarding house or tourist lodging house, employing non-professional domestic
helpers, regularly catering to tourists and/or travelers, containing several
independent gettable rooms, providing common facilities such as toilets,
bathrooms/showers, living and dining rooms and/or kitchen and where a
combination of board and lodging may be provided.
v. REGISTRATION - the listing in the registry of licensed tourism-oriented and
tourism related establishment, including those offering training and promotion
programs, after such establishments and facilities shall have been certified by the
Local Government of Guiguinto, through the SIKKKAT Office as having conformed
with the minimum standards/requirements in the accordance with this Ordinance.
w. RESORT - any place or places with a pleasant environment and atmosphere
conducive to a comfortable, healthful relaxation, offering food, sleeping
accommodations and recreational facilities to the public for a fee.
x. RESTAURANT - any establishment offering to the public regular and special
meals or menu, cooked foods or short orders, beverage and drinks.
y. SPA - refers to establishment that has a holistic approach to health and
wellness, rest and relaxation that aims to treat the body, mind and spirit by
integrating a range of professionally administered health, wellness, fitness and
beauty, water treatment and services.
z. SPECIAL INTEREST RESORT - refers to resorts providing facilities and
equipment for the conduct of special interest activities, camping, target shooting and
the likes.
aa. SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES -
establishments/resorts providing sports and recreational facilities such
as swimming pools, bowling lanes, tennis courts, pelota or squash
sports, golf course, riding range, shooting range, archery range,
aquatic/water sports arrangement, fishing, water skiing and similar
facilities forming parts of the resorts.
bb. TENANT any tourist or traveller who is registered as paying
occupant of any accommodation establishments.
cc. THEATERS refers to the establishment use as venues for the
performing arts.
dd. TIEZA Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority,
ee. TOUR GUIDE an individual who either as an employer-, or
affiliate of a duly licensed tour operator, accompanies tourists, both
foreign and domestic, for a fee, commission or any other form of lawful
remunerations on local sightseeing, excursion/tour; registered with
SIKKKAT Office.
ff. TOURISM—ORIENTED ESTABLISHMENT - any establishment which
is registered and licensed by the appropriate offices of the Municipal
Government which caters directly to tourist, whether domestic or
foreign.
gg. TOUR1SM-RELATED ESTABLISHMENT - any establishment or
enterprise which may or may not be registered with the SIKKKAT Office but
which caters incidentally to both foreign and local travelers and tourists.
hh. TOURISM TRAINING PROGRAM any training program
that caters or involved in the tourism industry,
ii. TOURIST INN a lodging establishment catering to local and
foreign tourist not meeting the minimum requirements of an economy
hotel,
jj. TOURIST LAND TRANSPORTATION UNIT any vehicle, carriage
or conveyance moving on wheels or tunnels used in public roads and
high ways and catering to tourists.
kk. TOURIST TRANSPORT OPERATOR a person or entity which
may either be a single proprietorship or corporation, regularly
engaged in providing for a fee of lawful consideration, tourist transport.
 ll. TOUR OPERATOR an entity which may either be a single
proprietorship, partnership or corporation regularly engaged in the
business of extending to individual or groups, such services pertaining
to arrangement and bookings for transportation and/or accommodation,
handling and/or conduct of in-hound tour whether or not for a fee,
commission, or any form of compensation.

CHAPTER II

SUPERVISION AND CONTROL

A. OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

SECTION 6. OFFICE OF THE MAYOR - The Mayor as the local chief executive shall be
the chief operating officer of all tourism programs of Guiguinto He shall designate
the chairperson of all institutionalized government tourism programs which are
observed and celebrated yearly or regularly in the Municipality.

B. THE GUIGUINTO ART, CULTURE AND TOURISM COUNCIL (GACTO)

SECTION 7. CREATION AND FUNCTION - by purposes of implementation of the

provisions of this Ordinance, Guiguinto Arts Culture and Tourism Council (GACTC) is
hereby created as a policy making body that is tasked to perform the following
functions:

a.Recommend policies and guidelines for the efficient and effective

management of the local tourism destinations for the approval of the
Sangguniang Pambayan.
b.Initiate plans and programs like information dissemination on tourism
awareness and other related activities that will encourage participation and
involvement from all sectors of society for the development, promotion and in
maximizing the tourism potential of Guiguinto.
c. Ensure that the privilege of the private sector to develop and utilize
tourism resources shall be exercised or continued to be exercised only under
the basic concept that the grantee, licensee or permit shall not only be a
privileged beneficiary of the Municipality but shall also be an active
participant and partner of the Municipal Government in the
management, development conservation and protection of the tourism
resources.
 d. Ensure that all tourism and tourism-related development in the
Municipality of Guiguinto shall be in accordance with the comprehensive
tourism master plan for Guiguinto and Bulacan as a whole.
e. Shall likewise ensure that all tourism development projects are
community based.
f. The head of the Guiguinto Arts Culture and Tourism Council (GTC) shall
work with the Office of the Mayor on the promotion of tourism related
projects. He shall be assisted by a Municipal Tourism Officer who shall closely
coordinate with different offices as regards to the implementation of tourism
projects and programs in the Municipality.

SECTION 8. COMPOSITION - The members of the Local Arts Culture and Tourism
Council shall not be less than five (5) and nor more than fifteen (15) members, 60% of
whom shall come from private sector and 40% from the government sector. The
members shall be appointed by the Local Chief Executive whose term of office shall
expire three years after appointment unless sooner revoked for causes. The Council
Chairman and Vice- Chairman shall be elected by the members among themselves.

The Local Arts Culture and Tourism Council shall be composed of the following:

Mayor H o n o r a r y C h a i r m a n
Municipal Tourism Officer
SB Chairman on Committee on Tourism
ABC President
Accredited - NGO
Municipal Planning and Development Officer
Representative, Academe Member
Representative, Resort Owners Member
Representative, Tourism Related Organization.
Representative, Restaurant Owners Member
President, GITDA
DEPED District Office

SECTION 9. COUNCIL MEETING - The Council shall conduct their regular meetings quarterly
at a schedule they may agree upon within the jurisdiction of Guiguinto. The Council Members
shall perform their duties on a voluntary basis however, they shall be entitled for
reimbursement of their actual expenses (Transportation, Meals) incurred in attending council
meeting.
SECTION 10. THE COMMITTEE ARTS CULTURE AND TOURISM - The committee on Arts
Culture and Tourism shall be responsible for introducing legislative measures concerning the
promotion of tourism in the Municipality of Guiguinto.

C. GUIGUINTO YOUTH ARTS CULTURE HISTORY AND TOURISM OFFICEThe Youth

Information Arts Culture History and Tourism Department (SIKKKAT), SB Committee on Arts
Culture and Tourism the Barangay Tourism Committee (BTC) in coordination with concerned
agencies and instrumentalities, shall perform the following duties and functions:

a. To ensure a sustainable funding mechanism for the implementation of tourism

plans, policies, programs and activities;
b. To generate revenues to fund local tourism development plans;
c. To collect tourism charges and fees as may be deemed necessary in relation to
the mandate of the Code;
d. Supervise and coordinate the implementation of tourism policies, plans and
projects of the Local Government;
e. Supervise the operations and maintenance of LGU-owned and managed tourist
destination areas like parks, convention centers, museums, resorts and picnic areas to
ensure the cleanliness and beauty of each facility;
f. Design and implement the promotional and marketing structure of the
Municipality of Guiguinto;

g.Conduct inspection and accreditation of tourism establishments;

h.Organize events and activities that will promote the local culture and tourism
attractions of the Municipality.
i. Conduct tour packages that will result in the influx of tourist, both
foreign and domestic;
j. Organize and conduct culture and tourism seminars, summits and
trainings;
k. Organize fund raising projects and events, accept donations,
sponsorships and solicitations , through the Office of the Mayor, for tourism
programs and parks beautification;
l. Conduct surveys, research and other data gathering activities to support
each tourism programs;
m. Represent the municipality in any tourism or promotional activities
within the locality, in the region, national and international levels;
n. Perform and execute any tourism or promotional related activities and
programs;
o. Promote the Municipal Tourism Development Program with the use of
traditional and modern social media like the internet;
 p. Submit recommendations to the Sangguniang Pambayan on
possible amendments to this Ordinance or the approval of additional
ordinances intended to improve the local tourism industry;
q. Assist tourists in making their visit to Guiguinto as enjoyable and
memorable as possible;
r. Maintain a Tourism Information Desk and Tourism Information
Hotline to be located at the government center and in all tourist
destinations within the city;
s. Coordinate and consult with the private sector and with the
Tourism Council in the development of the local tourism industry; and
t. Perform such other tasks and duties that may be assigned to it by
law, by ordinance, or by order of the Office of the Mayor.

There shall be created Barangay Tourism Committees which shall provide the
backbone of all tourism programs and/or projects in the Municiplity of Guiguinto.
Each Barangay shall be encouraged to allocate at least five (5) percent of the 20%
Development Fund from their Annual Internal Revenue Allotment Share. The
Barangay Tourism Committee shall be headed by the Punong Barangay Chairman;
the Barangay Kagawad who garnered the most number of votes in the immediately
preceding barangay elections shall be the vice chairman; the Barangay Treasurer
shall be the Committee Treasurer; the Barangay Secretary shall be the Committee
Secretary; and the Barangay SK Chairman shall be the Committee PRO.

CHAPTER III
CLASSIFICATION OF TOURISM ESTABLISHMENTS
SECTION 12. All tourism establishments/activities in the Municipality of
Guiguinto must be classified, accredited, and registered in accordance with the Rules
and Regulations promulgated by the Department of Tourism on 20 April 1992 and 26
August 1992, and published in the Supplement of the Official Gazette, Volume 89, No.
20 dated 17 May 1993. Said establishments must likewise comply with existing local
laws, rules and regulations covering their business operations in the City.
 CHAPTER IV

GOVERNMENT TOURISM PROGRAMS, SPECIAL EVENTS, FACILITIES, PARKS, INSTITUTIONS,

INFORMATION CENTERS

SECTION 13. GOVERNMENT- SPONSORED ARTS CULTURE AND TOURISM PROGRAMS AND
SPECIAL EVENTS - The Local Government hereby establishes, and recognizes
annual/regular government , sponsored tourism programs and special events such as
but not limited to as follows:
1. Halamanan Festival; January
2. Mass Wedding; February
3. FunKabataan – March
4. Various summer youth activities; April May
5. Taxpayers’ Night - May
6. Youth Congress - July
7. Dance Workshops – September
8. Bulacan Pride - December
9. Christmas Activities; December
10. Visits. of foreign delegations
11. Recognition events/affair
12. Promotion of arts and culture consciousness;
13. DOT-PTA and LGU sponsored tourism promotion activities;
14. Activities of Tourism-related Organizations

Other special events under the sponsorship of LGU Guiguinto to promote arts, culture,
environmental awareness and tourism.

SECTION 14. PARKS, PLAZAS, RIVER PARKS AND MAJOR ROADLINES - The Local
Government shall provide measures, assistance and activities for the establishment,
rehabilitation, development and maintenance of cleanliness of the existing parks,
gardens, plazas, rivers and roads and other parks, gardens and plazas which may
hereafter he created.

SECTION 15. INSTITUTIONAL AND HISTORICAL LANDMARKS - The Local Government shall
provide measures, assistance, and activities to protect, develop, promote and maintain
the cleanliness of institutional and historical landmarks in line with the general
tourism program.
A. INSTITUTIONAL LANDMARKS

a. The Municiapl Hall

b. Guiguinto Municipal Arts and Cultural Center
c. Guiguinto Municipal Athletic and Botanical Centrum
d. Garden City
e. Guiguinto Municipal Children’s Park and Playground
f. Demo Farm
g.Materials Recovery Facility ( MRF)
h. Other

B. H1STORICAL LANDMARKS

a. Guiguinto Train Station Ruins

b. San Ildefonso Parish Chruch
c. Gabaldon Building Of Guiguinto Central School
d. Sta Rita Parish Chruch
e. Malis Chapel
f. Daungan Bridge
g. Others
SECTION 16. FACILITIES AND SERVICES - The Local Government shall provide
measures, assistance and activities for the establishment, provision and maintenance
of the following facilities at strategic places for the enhancement of tourist services:

a. Garden City Center, Brgy. Sta. Cruz

b. GMACC, Brgy. Poblacion
c. GMABC, Brgy. Poblacion
d. Automated Teller Machine (ATM)Municipal Building
e. Childern’s Park and Playground, Brgy. Sta. Cruz
f. Pasalubong Center (still to be established)
g. Therapeutic Garden {planning stages)
h. GITDA/Terminals (tricycle associations)
i. Public Restroorns and Bath Houses

SECTION 17. GOVERNMENT TOURISM INFORMATION CENTERS - The Local

Government shall provide measures, assistance and activities that will establish, put to
use and improve Tourism information Centers at strategic places.
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 CHAPTER V
INTEGRATION OF AGRICULTURE IN GUIGUINTO
ARTS CULTURE AND TOURISM PROGRAM

SECTION 18. AGRI-TOURISM – Agricultural/Horticultural projects of the Guiguinto

shall be included among the tourist destination in the municipality.
SECTION 19. AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS AND DELICACIES - Agricultural products
and delicacies of Guiguinto shall be included in the menu of hotels, restaurants and other
food establishment.

CHAPTER VI

REGISTRATION AND INSPECTION OF TOURISM ORIENTED/RELATED

ESTABLISHMENT, ACCREDITATION OF TOUR GUIDES AND MASSAGE
THERAPISTS

SECTION 20. MAYOR'S PERMIT OF THE BUSINESS OF TOURISM-ORIENTED

ESTABLISHMENTS - Any person; natural or juridical who keep, manage or operate
any building, edifice or premises or a completely independent part thereof, for the
purpose of engaging in a tourism-oriented business shall secure a Mayor's Permit to
operate the same.

SECTION 21. REGISTRATION OF TOURISM-ORIENTED ESTABLISHMENT - All

tourism oriented establishments shall register with the SIKKKAT.

SECTION 22. REGISTRATION OF TOUR OPERATORS - Tour Operators with business

address, either as principal or branch office, in Guiguinto must apply for registration
and license, as follows:

Partnership organized under the laws of Philippines, at least 60% of the capital of
which are owned by the Filipino Citizens;

In Corporation organized under the laws of Philippines, at least 60% of the capital of
which are owned by the Filipino Citizens; and

Such other establishments not covered by the preceding paragraphs of this Section
may apply for the same privileges; provided they first comply with all requirements
of the rules and regulations as provided in this ordinance and existing laws.
SECTION 21 SECURING MAYOR'S PERMIT OF TOUR GUIDES - All tour guides are hereby
required to acquire Mayor's Permit and register with SIKKKAT. Tour guides must
undergo training with any government accredited training providers. Permit is
renewable annually.

Licensed Tour Guides of Guiguinto must possess the following qualifications:

a. Bonafide residents of Guiguinto;

b. Must be 18 years old onward;
c. Fluent in speaking Filipino and English;
d. Physically and mentally fit;
e. Preferably knowledgeable in other dialects and foreign languages;
f. At least high school graduate or college level; and
g. Such other qualifications as may be deemed necessary

SECTION 24. SECURING MAYOR'S PERMIT OF MASSAGE THERAPIST - All massage

therapists are hereby required to acquire Mayor's Permit and register with SIKKKAT
and must undergo training with any government accredited training providers.
Permit of massage therapist is renewable annually.

Licensed Massage Therapist must possess the following qualifications:

a. Bonafide resident of Bulacan;

b. Able to speak basic English;
c. Of good mental and physical health; and
d. Of good reputation.

For the purposes as provided in SECTION 23 and 24, SIKKKAT shall undertake to
conduct and/or facilitate the trainings for tour guides and massage therapists by
competent, reliable and reputable persons or institutions:.

SECTION 25. WHO ARE AUTHORIZED TO SIGN THE APPLICATION FOR

REGISTRATION AND LICENSE In the filing of application for registration and
licenses, the following are authorized to sign:

a. For sole proprietorship, the owner thereof or his duly authorized

representative.
b. For partnership, one of the partners designated on a sworn certification
by all partners to
c. sign the application
 d. For corporation, the persons named in the board resolution
authorized to sign the
e. application or person designated in its by law,.

SECTION 26. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION AND MAYOR'S

PERMIT — For newly established tourism businesses, copies of the following
documents must be submitted:

A. RESORT
1. For corporation or partnership:
a. A certified true copy of the Articles of Incorporation, its bylaws, or
Articles of partnership and Amendments thereof,
b. Certified Copy of the Certificate of Registration with the SEC,
c. And the business name certificate and amendments thereof, if any
d. List of officials and employees and their respective designations,
nationality, home address, for alien personnel; valid visa from the
Bureau of immigration and the proper permit from the Department
of Labor and Employment shall be submitted.
e. List of proprietors, principal owners, major partners, major
stockholders, controlling members, their nationalities, capital
contribution, stock or participation; in the case of corporation, such list
must indicate the quantity, par value and type (whether voting or
non-voting) of the stock with an indication of the absolute total
value of the outstanding voting stock and its ratio to the total value of
the outstanding non-voting stock; and in all cases the list shall be
accomplished by proof of their financial capacity such as sworn
statements of assets and liabilities, and income tax returns.
f. Sworn Certificate or list containing the names of the hotel keeping
manager, assistant hotel keeper/manager and other members of the
hotel staff and their respective designations, nationalities, home
address and accompanied by a passport size photo of each of them.
g. Joint venture and/or technological assistance agreements, if any,
existing or proposed and about to be entered into with foreign
nationals..

B. HOTEL

1. For corporation, partnership, single proprietorship or other entity:

a. Certified copy of articles of incorporation and by-laws,
constitution and by-laws, articles of partnership or association;
b. Registration of Business Name and amendments thereof,
 c. Copy of the Certificate of Registration with the Securities and Exchange
Commission and other registering government agency as the case
maybe,

2. Resolution of the Board of Directors of the corporation, association and

other entity authorizing the filing of the application and designating its
representative authorized to act for and its behalf.
3. List of directors and other principal officers and their respective
nationalities, lf any director or officer is a naturalized Filipino Citizen, such fact
should be stated, accompanied by a copy of his certificate of naturalization or
citizenship.
4. List of proprietorships, principal owners, major partners, major stockholders or
controlling members, their nationalities, capital contribution, stock or
participation; in case of a corporation, such list must indicate the quantity, per
value and type (whether voting or non-voting) of the stock with an indication
of the absolute total value of the outstanding voting stocks and its ratio to the
total value of the outstanding non-voting stocks, and in all cases, the list should
be accompanied by proof of the financial capacity such as sworn statements of
assets and liabilities and income tax returns.
5. Sworn Certificate or list containing the names of the hotel keeper/manager,
assistant hotel keeper/manager and other members of the hotel staff and their
respective designations, nationalities, home address and accompanied by a
passport size photo of each of them.
6. Joint venture and/or technological assistance agreements, if any, existing
and proposed and about to be entered into with foreign nationals,
7. Schedule of current room rates, Food and Beverage (F&B) prices of menu
for hotels.
8. Such other papers or documents as maybe required by pertinent laws,
rules and regulations.

C. TOURIST INN/APARTEL

1. For corporation or partnership:

a. Certified true copy of the Articles of Incorporation, its by-laws or

Articles of Partnership and amendments thereof,
b. Copy of the Certificate of Registration with the Securities and Exchange
Commission
c. Business Name Certificate.
 2. A list of names of all officials and employees and their respective
designations, nationalities and their home address; and for alien personnel,
valid visa from the Bureau of Immigration and the proper permit from the
Department of Labor and Employment,

D. TOUR OPERATOR

Documents required for registration:

a. Copy of the Certificate of Registration with the Securities and Exchange
Commission; b. Copy of the Registration of the Business Name, if sole
proprietorship;
b. Two year projected financial statements to reflect, among other
things, a minimum working capital of Five Hundred Thousand Pesos
(P500,000.00);
c. Surety bond in the amount of Five Hundred Thousand Pesos
(P500,000,00) issued by a duly accredited bonding company of good
standing in favor of LGU Guiguinto and condition to answer for any and
all liabilities resulting from or incurred in the course of travel or tour
operation, which shall be valid for period of one (1 ) year from the date
of issuance of the license;
d. Complete list of personnel together with one (1) 1x1 photo of each and
notarized certification of the manager that they are without criminal
record;
e. List of names or addresses of Tour Guides and Travel
Representatives;
f. For alien personnel, valid visa from the Bureau of Immigration and the
proper working permit from the Department of Labor and Employment;
g. Contract of Lease or Contract to Lease the office space intended for the
use of the agency and in the case of the owner of the agency is also the
owner of the building or the premises concerned, proof of ownership
must be submitted;
h. Board resolution designating the person authorized to transact the
business; Such other documents required pursuant to existing laws,
ordinances and other legal issuances.
i. Additional requirement for Tour Operators using Motor Vehicle shall
use motor vehicles which are registered with the Land Transportation
Office
E. TOUR GUIDE

1. Proof that the applicant has passed a seminar for tour guides duly
conducted by any of the following: the Department of Tourism, Local
Government or other Government Agencies, duly authorized by the
Department of Tourism to conduct seminar. Provided, however, that this
requirement maybe waived by the Local Government with the concurrence of the
Department of Tourism where the applicant possesses special academic or
professional qualification relevant to tourism.
2. Certificate of good health issued by any duly accredited government
physician.
3. Clearance from the National Bureau of Investigation.
4. In the case of alien applicants, proof of employment with duly
licensed agency, permit to work or registration certificate from the
Department of Labor and Employment and proof Of reciprocity which shall
consist of a certificate by the proper official of the home state of the applicant
to the effect that the law of such state allows or permits reciprocal rights to
Filipino citizens to engage in tour guiding which must he properly
authenticated.

F. TOURIST TRANSPORTATION OPERATION

1. Documents required to support application for license to operate:

a. For Corporation or partnership:
1. Certified True Copy of Business Name Certificate and
all amendments thereto,if any,
2. Copy of Articles of Incorporation, its By-laws or
Articles of Partnership and Amendments thereto, if any,
3. 3.Copy of the Certificate of Registration with the
Securities and Exchange Commission;
4. Proof of ownership or lease over an area adequate to
serve as maintenance depot and garage for all its units;
5. List of names of all officials and employees and their
respective designation, nationalities, home addresses, certified
correct under oath by the Secretary of the firm of the proprietor
himself;
6. Surety bond in the amount of Ten Thousand Pesos
(P10,000.00) issued by a duly licensed insurance or bonding
company of good standing in favor of the Local Government
of Guiguinto and condition to answer for any and all
 liabilities resulting from or incurred in the course of the
tourist transport operation; and
7. Such other papers or documents as maybe required
from time to time pursuant to existing laws, ordinances and
other legal issuances.

2. Documents Required to Support Application for Registration of

Vehicle as Tourist Transport.

a. LTO registration of the Tourist Transport/Taxi;;

b. A copy of the LTFRB Certificate of Public Convenience
franchise or authorization;
c. c, A copy of the transportation rates as approved by the
LTFRB;
d. A compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance in the
amount of not less than the following:

Third Party liability P 20,000.00 /unit

Passenger accident P 12,000.00/unit

e. Pictures of the vehicle showing the side, back, front view thereof,
with the company's name and logo imprinted at its rear and sides,
respectively; and
f. Such other papers and documents as may be required from
time to time pursuant to existing laws, ordinances and other legal
issuance.

G. TOURISM RELATED ESTABLISHMENTS

1. For corporation or partnership,

a. A certified copy of the Articles of Incorporation,
b. Copy of By—laws or Articles of Partnership Amendments
thereof,
c. Copy of the Certificate of Registration with the Securities and
Exchange Commission,
d. Business Name Certificate, in case of single proprietorship,
Business Name Certificate and amendments thereof, if any;
2. List of names of all officials and employees and their addresses for alien
personnel—valid visa from the Bureau of Immigration and the proper
permit from the Department of Labor and Employment: and
3. Such other requirements as maybe requested and/or deemed necessary.
H. MASSAGE THERAPISTS

Establishments catering exclusively to international tourists with offices in the

municipality shall also be required to secure license and permit from the BPLO.

CHAPTER VII
CERTIFICATION OF REGISTRATION/FEES

SECTION 27. ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION SIKKKAT OFFICE.

a. After having determined that all requirements set forth in the

preceding Section have been satisfied and/or completed by the applicant
and after payment of the required fees and in the absence of arty objection
to the application, SIKKKAT shall issue the corresponding Registration
Certificate and seal of registration within five (5) working days.
b. SIKKKAT shall adopt a seal (sticker) for registration purposes.

SECTION 28. REGISTRATION FEES - An annual registration fee shall be paid in accordance
with the following schedule:
1. HOTELS
De Luxe Class first Class =
Standard Class =
Economy Class =

2. TOURIST INNS =
3. APARTELLE =
4 . PENSION/TRANSIENT HOUSE =
5. TOURISM RELATED EQUIPMENTS
Tourist Bus =
Coaster Van =
Jeeps =
Tricycle =
Motorboat =

6. PROFESSIONAL CONGRESS/EVENTS ORGANIZERS

7. TOUR OPERATORS/ TRAVEL AGENCIES =
8. TOUR GUIDES
9. MASSAGE THERAPISTS
SECTION 29. OBJECTION TO APPLICATIONS OF TOURISM RELATED/ORIENTED
ESTABLISHMENTS - Applications for registration of tourism related/oriented establishments
shall be posted in three (3) conspicuous places designated by SIKKKAT to allow the public to
know the existence of pending applications. Accordingly, any person may file a written
objection before SIKKKAT to the issuance or renewal of Certificate of Accreditation and/or
sticker to the applicant. The objection shall state the facts upon which it is based and shall
be sworn to before a person authorized to administer oaths. Upon receipt of such objection
SIKKKAT shall, within three (3) days, furnish the applicant with a copy of the objection and
require them to answer within five (5) working days from receipt hereof. Within seven (7)
days from receipt of the answer of the applicant, SIKKKAT shall then conduct a hearing
with both parties duly notified and present. SIKKKAT in coordination of the Legal Office
shall render a decision on the objection within seven (7) days from the start of the hearing.

SECTION 30. VALIDITY OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION - The Certificate of

Registration of tourism oriented and tourism related establishments shall be valid until
revoked or cancelled for valid cause. If the tourism oriented and/or tourism related
establishment concerned has ceased operation for at least six (6) months, the same shall be
treated as " CLOSED" without prejudice to re application.

SECTION 31. DOCUMENTS/REQUIREMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED FOR THE

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION - The application for the renewal of registration shall be
supported by the following documents:

a.A copy of the amended Articles of Partnership and By-Laws , if any

b. List and information sheets of additional personnel, if
any, or any change in the manpower complement;
c. Latest Income Tax Return and Audited Financial Statements covering
the preceding year's operation; provided, that if this requirement is not
available at the time of renewal, the same shall be submitted not later than
April 30 of the current year;
d. A resolution of the Board of Directors authorizing the continuation of
the business;
e. Proof of renewal of General Liability insurance (additional requirements
for resort and tourist inn/apartelle).
f.Renewal of surety bond referred to in SECTION 26 (f), (1) d. of additional
requirements for tourist transport Operation;
g.Barangay Clearance;
h.Previous Certificate of Registration; and
i.Certification from the Department of Labor of compliance with Labor Laws.

CHAPTER VIII
COMPOSITE INSPECTION TEAM
SECTION 32. CREATION OF A COMPOSITE INSPECTION TEAM - There is hereby created
one (1) Composite inspection Team, to be headed by a team leader from the
SIKKKAT office. The other members of the team shall be composed of a
representative from each of the following, offices/departments;

a. The Business Permits and Licensing;

b. The Office of the City Engineer;
c. The City Health Office;
d. The PNP Office;
e. e, The Office of the Treasurer;
f.The Sangguniang Pambayan Committee on Tourism;
g.Guiguinto Tourism Council;
h.Bureau of Fire and Protection

SECTION 33. FUNCTIONS OF THE COMPOSITE INSPECTION TEAM - For 311

establishments already in operation, the Composite Inspection Team shall have
exclusive authority to conduct regular inspections for the purpose of verifying
compliance with the requirements of this Code and other existing laws.

SECTION 34. FREQUENCY AND TIME OF REGULAR INSPECTION - Inspection shall be

made once every 4 months during office hours.
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SECTION 35. SPECIAL INSPECTIONS - When public interest so requires, the

recommendation of SIKKKAT may serve basis for an authorization for the Composite
Inspection Team or any members thereof, to conduct a special inspection.

SECTION 36. CHECKLIST TO BE ACCOMPLISHED DURING INSPECTION - The SIKKKAT

OFFICE shall provide the necessary checklist to the team in carrying out its
inspection. A copy of the checklist should be furnished to any duly authorized
representative.

SECTION 37. ACCESS OF INSPECTION TEAM TO RECORDS AND PREMISES - The

Composite Inspection Team shall have access to the registry book or card of the
tourism establishments all parts and facilities thereof and the right to interview
any employee and investigate any fact, condition, or matter which may be
necessary to determine any violation or aid in arriving at a just and correct
conclusion,

SECTION 38. REPORT OF THE COMPOSITE INSPECTION TEAM - Within five (5) days
from the date of inspection, the Composite Inspection Team must have completed
its report on its findings and/or recommendation. The report must be
summarized and submitted by SIKKKAT to the office of the local executive.

SECTION 39. DEFECTS AND DEFICIENCIES FOUND DURING THE INSPECTION - Where
certain defects or deficiencies have been found in the course of inspection, the
SIKKKAT OFFICE shall give directions to the manager/operator of the tourism
establishments concerned to rectify/remedy the defects or deficiencies within
the period of one (1) week from the notice thereof,
SECTION 40. EXTENSION OF THE PERIOD - For good cause. the period within which to
remedy the defects or deficiencies noted may be extended, but in no case shall be
period of extension granted exceed two (2) months.

SECTION 41. PENALTY FOR FAILURE TO REMEDY THE DEFECT - If the management, of
any tourism-related establishments fails to remedy the defect or deficiencies
noted within the prescribed period, the following penalty shall be imposed:
a. Resort - fine of Php 400.00 for every day of delay in complying with the
directions;
b. Hotel - fine of Php 500.00 for every day of delay.
c. Apartel/Tourisrn Inn - fine of Php 400.00 for every day of delay.
d. d. Others - fine of Php 300.00 for every day of delay:
e. Provided that in no case shall the violation continue for more
than fifteen 15 da s u on the expiration of the grace period. Should the
tourism establishment concerned fail to rectify the defects or corn lete
the deficiencies noted the license and certificate of accreditation shall
be revoked/suspended - as may be justified under the circumstances.

CHAPTER IX
REGULATION, CONTROL AND SUPERVISION ON THE OPERATION OF TOUR1ST-ORIENTED
AND TOURIST-RELATED ESTABLISHMENTS

SECTION 42. COMPLIANCE WITH MUNCIPAL ORDINANCES AND OTHER LAWS

- All tourism related/oriented establishments must comply with Municipal
Ordinances pertaining to, the following matters:

a. Regulation on the use operation and construction of "VIP rooms" inside the
videoke/KTV bars, internet cafes or computer rental shops/gaming
centers.
b. Regulation of establishments catering to minors.
c. Ecological Solid Waste Management policies

Likewise, all tourism oriented/related establishments must comply with the National
Building Code and other national laws.

SECTION 43. TRANSFER OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION - The Certificate of

Registration is a matter of privilege and maybe issued only to qualified applicants.
 Accordingly, no owner and/or operator shall transfer or alienate in any mariner said
certificate and license.

SECTION 44. DISPLAY OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION - The Certificate of

Registration and license shall he displayed in a conspicuous area in their place of
business. Stickers shall be posted in entrances/doors, gates of such establishments
for easy identification purposes.

SECTION 45. REGISTRY - Resort/Hotel/Apartelle/Tourist Inns/Pension/Transient

House/Lodge shall keep a registry or record hook_ All guest /visitor seeking
accommodations shall be required to register the following particulars in the registry
and/or record book:

a. His / her ful l name ;

b. Particular of any identity card , passport or other travel
document , , issued to him/her;
c. The place of his/her origin and his/her permanent ,
regular or known address;
d. The probable duration of his/her stay and his/her
intended destination;
e. The occupation or place of employment:
f. His/her nationality;
g. The hour and date of his/her arrival.

h. Contact details

SECTION 46. GUEST SUFFERING FROM CONTAGIOUS AND/OR INFECTIOUS DISEASE - The
manager/operator shall immediately report to the Municipal Health Office any guest, tenant
or member of any tourism establishment concerned who is suspected and/or found to be
suffering from a dangerous, viral, contagious and/or infectious disease for appropriate action. A
copy of a report shall be transmitted to the SIKKKAT OFFICE

SECTION 47. DEATH AT THE TOURISM ESTABLISHMENT – The manager/operator shall

immediately report incidence of death, serious physical injuries and illness in his/her
establishment to the nearest police station. A copy of the report shall be transmitted to the LGU
Chief Executive and SIKKKAT by the police station within a period not later than twelve (12)
hours.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS OF PERSONEL OF TOURISM-ORIENTED ESTABLISHMENT

The Guiguinto Tourism Identification Cards shall be issued to employees of tourism

establishments upon request subject to payment of fifty pesos (Php 50.00) per I.D. to be
renewed annually; provided, that said employees are included in the list of personnel of the
tourism establishment concerned. The I.D. must be surrendered to SIKKKAT upon separation
from work within 72 hours from separation.

SECTION 49. LIABILITY OF MANAGERS/ OPERATORS FOR ACTS OF OMISSIONS OF

EMPLOYEES OF TOURISM — ORIENTED AND TOURISM RELATED ESTABLISHMENT - Without
prejudice to provision of existing laws, managers/operators and assistants of tourism
establishments shall be administratively liable for the acts or omission of any of its members
against any guests/visitors. They may however be exempted from liability if they could establish
that they have exercised the diligence of good father of a family in the supervision of the erring
employees, or where the acts or omission complained of are beyond the control of the
managers/operators or their assistants due to fortuitous event of force majeure.

SECTION 50. COMMISSION OF ACTS INIMICAL TO THE TOURISM INDUSTRY - Acts committed
by managers/operators or any member of an establishment which shall prejudice the promotion
of tourism in Guiguinto shall be considered as acts inimical to the tourism industry. The acts may
include overcharging, fraud, gross misconduct, discourtesy, dishonesty, misinterpretation, among
others_

SECTION 51. TOURISM TRAINING PROGRAMS - All tourism establishments shall provide
staff training program, accredited by the Department of Tourism or the local government,
designed to acquaint each member of the staff of his/her duties and responsibilities to the end
that such member will know what is expected of him/her.

SECTION 52. CODE OF ETHICS AND CONDUCT • Tourism establishment managers/operators

and/or associations and their employees, shall be governed by their respective Code of Ethics and
Conduct in dealing with one another and towards the guests or tenants of the establishment. Such
Code of Ethics and/or Conduct shall include the administrative penalties that may be imposed for
their violations such as fine, suspension, or dismissal from the service. The said Code of Ethics
and Conduct once approved by SIKKKAT shall become part of these rules; provided that in case
of conflict between any provision of these rules and said Code of Ethics and Conduct, the former
shall prevail. The manager/operator of tourism establishments may seek assistance from
SIKKKAT in formulation of the said Code_
 SECTION 53. PROMOTIONS/DEMOTION - A hotel may be promoted or demoted
from one class to another as the circumstances may warrant. Any hotel which has
upgraded its facilities and services among others, and has complied with
requirements of a higher class hotel, may apply with SIKKKAT for promotion to
such higher class. The SIKKKAT shall submit the recommendation to the DOT for
approval. Consequently, after due investigation by the Composite Investigation Team.
it has been established that a hotel is not being kept or managed in a manner
conformable to the establishment standards, SIKKKAT shall give notice to hotel
manager/operator or such fact granting a hotel a period of time stated in notice
within which to comply with the required standards. If the hotel fails to comply
within the period granted in the notice, SIKKKAT shall submit its
recommendation to the DOT for demotion of the class of the hotel.

SECTION 54. MANNER OF FIXING - The fixing of rates for tourists transport shall
he the responsibility of the LTFRB. No tourists transport operator shall charge rates
other than those so prescribed by the LTFRB

SECTION 55. APPLICATION FOR INCREASE OF TRANSPORTATION RATES - All applications for
the increase of transportation rates shall be filed before and approved by the LTFRB.

SECTION 56. TOURIST TRANPORTATION SERVICE - Tourist transportation service shall he

offered on a regular point- to point run and may be priced at rates higher than those
charged by public utility operators of the same route.

SECTION 57. CHARTER RATES - A tourist transport operator shall charge only charter
rates as previously approved in accordance with these rules.

SECTION 58. REGULAR RUN ON PUB ROUTES - When a tourist transport operator makes
regular run and it is the only availably transportation service being offered, it may be
allowed to run on public bus routes. Provided, that there is a prior approval by the LTFRB
under conditions and requirements it may prescribe.

SECTION 59. FILING OF SCHEDULE OF CHARGES Tourist establishments shall file with
SIKKKAT and shall readily make available in printed or mimeographed form a schedule of
charges on all services and rental fees. Any charges shall be communicated with SIKKKAT
within seven (7) days prior to the effectivity date of such charges.

SECTION 60. PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES - Management shall post sufficient and visible
sign in strategic areas of the cocktail lounge/nightclubs/bars to warn and/or inform guests
and customers of the rules and regulations, fire exit guidelines, including hours of
operation while inside the premises.

All guests/visitors including those who stay in hotels and transient house are required
to register with the Designated Tourism Information Desks
 CHAPTER X
PROHIBITED ACTS AND THEIR PENALTIES

SECTION 61. PROHIBITED AND UNLAWFUL ACTS - The following acts are prohibited
within Guiguinto:

a. Dumping any waste, hazardous toxic products and other pollutants

detrimental to the area and to the plants and animals therein.
b. Gathering, collecting, mutilating, defacing, or destroying objects of
natural beauty or interest (scenic value) or any objects of cultural value within
the municipality.
c. Damaging and leaving roads and trails in a damaged condition.
d. Constructing or maintaining any kind of structures, fence or
enclosures, conducting any business enterprise without a permit.
e. Leaving in exposed or unsanitary conditions refuse or debris by
depositing on ground or in bodies of water.
f. Altering, removing, destroying or defacing boundary mark and signs.
g. I.-Bonfires on areas not otherwise identified as bonfire areas by
MENRO
h. Introduction of Alien or exotic species or genetically modified
organism.
i. Burning of trees, waste, flammable materials and the like.
j. Other acts inconsistent with the management plan and/or applicable
laws such as the Environmental Code, Clean Air Act, Wildlife Resources
Conservation and Protection Act, and others.

SECTION 62. PENALTIES - Any person found violating SECTION 71 shall be fined in the
amount of not less than Five Thousand Pesos (Php 5,000.00), exclusive of the value
of the things damaged and imprisonment of not less than one (1) month but not
more than one (1) year. Provided, THAT, if the area requires rehabilitation or
restoration as determined by the court, the offender shall also be required to
restore or compensate for the restoration to the damaged; provided, further,
THAT the court shall order the eviction of the offender from the land and
forfeiture in favor of the local government all minerals, timber or any species
collected or removed including all equipment’s and devices used in connection
therewith and any construction or improvement made thereon by the offender. If the
offender is an association or corporation, the president or manager shall he directly
responsible for the acts of his employees and laborers; provided, finally, THAT the
Mayor may impose administrative fines and penalties consistent with this ordinance.

SECTION 63. CRIMINAL SANCTIONS

a. VIOLATIONS OF A NON-HOLDER OF AUTHORITY - Any person who is not

a holder of a Mayor's Permit and violates any of the provisions of this
 Ordinance shall, upon conviction by a c ompetent court, suffer the penalty of
imprisonment not exceeding one (1) year or fine of not less than Five
Thousand Pesos (Php 5,000.00) or both at the discretion of the court. However,
the fine shall not be more than Ten Thousand Pesos (Php 10,000.00).

PENALTY IMPOSED UPON OFFICERS OF JURIDICAL PERSONS - If the offender of the

b.

provisions in the next preceding paragraph hereof is a corporation,

partnership, firm or association, the penalty provided therefore shall be.
imposed upon the officers responsible for the violation; and if such officer is
foreign citizen, he shall, in addition be subjected to deportation proceedings

SECTION 64. ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTIES - Without prejudice to the application of the

above penal sanctions and the imposition of fine equivalent to the value of the
damage or the cost of restoration and/or rehabilitation, the Office of the Mayor may,
after impose an administrative fine not less than Five Thousand Pesos (Php
5,000.00) but not more than Ten Thousand Pesos (Php 10,000,00) against any
person, natural or juridical, who shall violate laws or ordinances under this provisions.

CHAPTER XI

CLOSURE OF TOURISM ORIENTED OR RELATED ESTABLISHMENTS, IMPOSITION OF FINE,

FORFEITURE OF BOND, SUSPENSION, CANCELLATION AND/OR NON-RENEWAL OF LICENSE

SECTION 65. GROUND FOR THE CLOSURE OF TOURISM ORIENTED OR RELATED

ESTABLISHMENTS, IMPOSITION OF FINE, FORFEITURE OF BOND, SUSPENSION, CANCELLATION
AND/OR NON-RENEWAL OF LICENSE - The Composite Investigation Team shall
recommend the closure of tourism establishments on the following grounds:

a. Making any false declaration or statement or making use of any such

declaration or statement or any document containing the same or
committing fraud or any act of misrepresentation for the purpose of
obtaining the issuance, grant or renewal of any certificate of
accreditation or license.
b. Failure to comply with or contravene any of the conditions set forth in
the license;
c. Failure to meet the standards and requirements for the operation of
tourism establishments, as prescribed in the rules;
d. Serious physical injury or loss of life of any guest due to fault or
negligence of any of its officials or employees (for resort/hotel/tourist
inn/ apartelle/ other tourism-related establishments);
e. Allowing or permitting the tourism establishment, including any of its
facilities, to be used for illegal, immoral, illicit activities, such as; gambling,
prostitution, etc, (for resort/hotels/tourist inns/apartelle/other tourism
realated establishments);
 f. Violations of any of the conditions of the LT FRB franchise (tor tourist
transport operation);
g. Tolerance of gross misconduct, discourtesy, dishonesty,
misrepresentation and/or Fraudulent solicitation of business committed
by any of the officers or employees against their clients to
h. the detriment of the tourism industry;
i. h Willful violations of agreement and/or contracts entered into by the
tourism establishments and its clients;
j. Failure to submit a notice of any change and its personnel within fifteen
(15) working days of such change;
k. Employment/hiring of employees (tour guides who are not holders of a
valid license issued by the BPLO and/or without valid working visa and
working permit);
l. in Opening of any branch without prior registration with SIKKKAT;
m. Non settlement of account and/or non-remittance of collections due to
carrier of their co-agencies, or any agency by the government or any
individual within the period of prescribed law;
n. Any other acts/ omission that worked against the interest of the tourism
industry.

CHAPTER XII
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

SECTION 66. INCENTIVES FOR REGISTRATION OF TOURISM-ORIENTED AND TOURISM-

RELATED ESTABLISHMENT - Tourism -oriented and Tourism-related
establishments, which are duly registered and licensed by the Local Government,
shall be entitled to the following incentives:
a. "One Stop Shop" processing of registration and license, which should be
completed within a period of not exceeding fifteen (15) days.
b.Exemption from the "Liquor Ban" in accordance with relevant provisions of existing
laws or ordinances of the Municipality of Guiguinto.
c. Inspection of Composite Team of the Local Government to be made
only once every six (6) months, except in several cases as public interest may
require whenever authorized by the Municipal Administrator, upon
recommendation of SIKKKAT.
d. Formation of a tourism and enforcement group in coordination with
SIKKKAT.
SECTION 67. GRANT OF TAX EXEMPTIONS AND PRIVILEGES BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL.
TO TOURISM ESTABLISHMENTS OF INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS - In addition to the
privileges mentioned in the preceding section, the Municipal Council may, upon
recommendation of the Inspection Composite Team, grant tax exemptions and
incentives to tourism establishments of international standards such as, but not
limited to, the following:

a. 5- Star De Luxe Hotel;

b.International Convention Center;
c.Man-made resorts or recreational parks of international standards, similar to "Disney
Land" or "Ocean Park";
d.International Film Center/Movie Studio with hi-tech, modern equipment and realistic film
location sets of international standards similar to "Universal Studios"; and
e.Such similar establishments as may be determined by the ICT.

The establishment referred to in this section may also apply for the utilization of
government-owned land through lease agreement or joint venture under terms and
conditions that the Municipal Council may deem proper to impose,

SECTION 68. CONFIDENTIAL CHARACTER OF A CERTAIN DATA - Information and

documents received by or filed with SIKKKAT and the requirements of this
Ordinance shall be treated as confidential and shall not divulged to any private
party without the consent of the party concerned, except when public interest so
required. Any official or employee of SIKKKAT, including those that are
temporarily assigned therewith, who shall violate the provisions of this Section shall
be guilty of an offense under this Ordinance,

SECTION 69. ENLISTMENT OF AID, ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT OF OTHER

GOVERNMENT AGENCIES - In the implementation of the provisions of the Ordinance the
SIKKKAT OFFICE may enlist the aid, assistance and support of any and all government
agencies, whether local or national.

SECTION 70. IMPLEMENTING RULES - The Mayor may, from time to time, issue rules
and regulations deemed fit and necessary for the effective implementation of this Ordinance.

SECTION 71. FUNDING - The funds necessary for the implementation of this Ordinance
shall be taken from the annual appropriations of SIKKKAT. Said funds shall be
included in the preparation of the Annual Investment Plane of Guiguinto Local
Government Unit.
 CHAPTER XIII
FINAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 72. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE – If for any reason, any part or provisions of this
ordinance be rendered unconstitutional or invalid, other parts which are not affected
thereby shall continue to be in full force and in effect.

SECTION 73. EFFECTIVITY - This Ordinance shall take effect upon its approval, posting in
three (3) conspicuous places in the Municipality and publication in a newspaper of province
wide circulation.

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