ORD-2026-0015

WHEREAS, Section 16 of Republic Act No. 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991, mandates local government units to promote the general welfare, enhance public safety, and ensure the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology; WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 9513, or the Renewable Energy Act of 2008, encourages local government units to adopt clean, sustainable, and energy-efficient renewable technologies in public infrastructure; WHEREAS, the rapid urbanization and population growth of the City of San Jose del Monte require well-lit streets and secondary roads to prevent road accidents, deter criminality, and secure the welfare of commuters and evening pedestrians; WHEREAS, transitioning traditional street lighting to standalone and grid-tied solar-powered LED systems will significantly diminish city energy consumption, lower government electric utility expenses, and provide uninterrupted illumination during power outages; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Sangguniang Panlungsod of the City of San Jose del Monte, in session assembled, that: SECTION 1. TITLE. — This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the "CSJDM Solar Street Lighting and Clean Energy Program of 2026." SECTION 2. DECLARATION OF POLICY. — It is the policy of the City Government of San Jose del Monte to foster climate-resilient and energy-secure infrastructure through the gradual transition of all public thoroughfares and community roadways to solar-powered illumination. SECTION 3. COVERAGE AND SCOPE. — This program shall cover all primary city streets, subdivision access roads, school zones, public markets, public parks, and critical barangay pathways within the territorial jurisdiction of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. SECTION 4. IMPLEMENTING AGENCY. — The City Engineering Office (CEO), in coordination with the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) and respective Barangay Councils, shall oversee the phased procurement, installation, structural safety compliance, and periodic maintenance of all solar streetlights. SECTION 5. APPROPRIATIONS. — An initial funding allocation of Ten Million Pesos (PHP 10,000,000.00) is hereby appropriated from the 20% City Development Fund, with subsequent maintenance and expansion appropriations to be included in the Annual Executive Budget of the City. SECTION 6. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE. — If any section, clause, or provision of this Ordinance is declared invalid or unconstitutional by a competent court, the other provisions not affected thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect. SECTION 7. REPEALING CLAUSE. — All previous city ordinances, executive orders, or local issuances contrary to or inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. SECTION 8. EFFECTIVITY CLAUSE. — This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a local newspaper of general circulation and posting in at least three (3) conspicuous public places in the City of San Jose del Monte, pursuant to Section 59 of Republic Act No. 7160.