Environment
Ordinance No. Municipal Ordinance No. 7, s. 2016
Year: 2016
Approved: October 14, 2016
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AN ORDINANCE DECLARING ALL EXISTING FOREST WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF DUMINGAG, ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR AS SACRED SPACE, PROVIDING GUIDELINES FOR THE PROTECTION, REHABILITATION, PRESERVATION, DEVELOPMENT, REGULATION AND MEASURES FOR IMPLEMEN
This ordinance declares all existing forests in Dumingag as sacred spaces to protect biodiversity, prevent illegal logging, and preserve indigenous culture. It outlines prohibited activities, implementing agencies, and specific penalties for violations ranging from fines to imprisonment.