About the Sangguniang Bayan
Pursuant to Section 445, Article II of Republic Act No. 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991, the Municipal Vice Mayor serves as a key local government official responsible for supporting effective governance and legislative operations within the municipality. The Municipal Vice Mayor shall:
Mandates and Responsibilities
Presiding Officer of the Sangguniang Bayan
Preside over the Sangguniang Bayan (Municipal Council) and ensure the orderly conduct of legislative sessions. As the presiding officer, the Vice Mayor signs all warrants drawn on the municipal treasury for expenditures duly appropriated for the operation and administration of the Sangguniang Bayan.
Legislative Personnel Appointment Authority
Appoint officials and employees of the Sangguniang Bayan, subject to existing civil service laws, rules, and regulations, except for positions whose appointments are specifically provided for under the Local Government Code. This authority helps ensure that the legislative body is adequately staffed and capable of performing its functions efficiently.
Succession to the Office of the Municipal Mayor
Assume the office of the Municipal Mayor in cases of permanent vacancy, such as death, resignation, removal from office, or incapacity of the incumbent mayor, and serve for the remainder of the unexpired term to ensure continuity in local governance.
Acting Municipal Mayor During Temporary Vacancy
Perform the powers, duties, and functions of the Municipal Mayor during temporary vacancies, including situations where the mayor is on official leave, travel, suspension, or otherwise unable to perform official duties. This ensures uninterrupted delivery of public services and administration of municipal affairs.
Exercise of Other Statutory and Assigned Functions
Exercise such other powers and perform such duties and functions as may be provided by law, ordinance, or other lawful authority, enabling the Vice Mayor to contribute to the effective implementation of local policies, programs, and development initiatives.
Sangguniang Bayan Members
Secretary to the Sangguniang Bayan
Mark Paul Panangui
Secretary to the Sangguniang Bayan
+639 290 357 925
2nd Floor - Left Wing, Municipal Hall, Centro, Santo Tomas, Isabela
Composition of Standing Committees
COMMITTEE ON RULE AND INVESTIGATION
Chairman: Hon. Alvin John Paul B. Baxa
Co-Chairman: Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
Members:
- Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua Jr.
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS
Chairman: Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
Co-Chairman: Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
Members:
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
- Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
- Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION
Chairman: Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
Co-Chairman: Hon. Ma Caryl Angela Z. Talaue
Members:
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
- Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
COMMITTEE ON TRADE, COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
Chairman: Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
Co-Chairman: Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
Members:
- Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
- Hon. Angel Deray
COMMITTEE ON HEALTH AND SANITATION
Chairman: Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
Co-Chairman: Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
Members:
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
- Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
Chairman: Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
Co-Chairman: Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
Members:
- Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
- Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
COMMITTEE YOUTH AND SPORTS DEV'T.
Chairman: Hon. Ma Caryl Angela Z. Talaue
Co-Chairman: Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
Members:
- Hon. Alvin John Paul B. Baxa
- Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
- Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
COMMITTEE ON WOMEN AND FAMILY WELFARE
Chairman: Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
Co-Chairman: Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
Members:
- Hon. Ma Caryl Angela Z. Talaue
- Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
COMMITTEE ON SOCIAL WELFARE AND COMMUNITY DEV'T.
Chairman: Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr
Co-Chairman: Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
Members:
- Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
- Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
- Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
COMMITTEE ON ENV'T AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Chairman: Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
Co-Chairman: Hon. Alvin John Paul B. Baxa
Members:
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
- Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
COMMITTEE ON LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT
Chairman: Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
Co-Chairman: Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
Members:
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
- Hon. Alvin John Paul B. Baxa
- Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC ORDER, PUBLIC SAFETY AND ILLEGAL DRUGS
Chairman: Hon. Alvin John Paul B. Baxa
Co-Chairman: Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
Members:
- Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
- Hon. Angel Deray
- Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
COMMITTEE ON COOPERATIVE AND AGRICULTURE
Chairman: Hon. Angel Deray
Co-Chairman: Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
Members:
- Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND COMMUNICATION
Chairman: Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
Co-Chairman: Hon. Angel Deray
Members:
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
- Hon. Alvin John Paul B. Baxa
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Chairman: Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
Co-Chairman: Hon. Angel Deray
Members:
- Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
- Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
COMMITTEE ON BARANGAY AFFAIRS
Chairman: Hon. Eduardo M. Talaue Sr.
Co-Chairman: Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
Members:
- Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
- Hon. Ma Caryl Angela Z. Talaue
- Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
COMMITTEE ON TOURISM, CULTURE AND ARTS
Chairman: Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
Co-Chairman: Hon. Ma Caryl Angela Z. Talaue
Members:
- Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
- Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
- Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
COMMITTEE ON DISASTER
Chairman: Hon. Eduardo T. Pua, Jr.
Co-Chairman: Hon. Jose Amado S. Talaue
Members:
- Hon. Joseph S. Talaue
- Hon. Alvin John Paul B. Baxa
- Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
COMMITTEE ON GOOD GOVERNANCE, PUBLIC ETHICS AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Chairman: Hon. Joel B. Tuliao Sr.
Co-Chairman: Hon. Jesus P. Canceran
Members:
- Hon. Ma Caryl Angela Z. Talaue
- Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
- Hon. Rona Lulu R. Talaue
COMMITTEE ON INDIGENOUS PEOPLE
Chairman: Hon. Eduardo S. Talaue Jr.
Co-Chairman: Hon. Alvin John Paul B. Baxa
Members:
- Hon. Angel T. Deray Jr.
- Hon. Clarita S. Allauigan
- Hon. Ma Caryl Angela Z. Talaue