Declaration of February 25, 1994 as National People's Day

January 31, 1994

ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 107-A

DECLARING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1994 AS NATIONAL PEOPLE'S DAY AND DIRECTING ALL PROVINCIAL, CITY AND MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS TO CONDUCT PEOPLE'S DAY ACTIVITIES IN THEIR RESPECTIVE AREAS

WHEREAS, the February 22-25, 1986 EDSA Revolution restored democratic institutions, ushered in meaningful political, social and economic reforms in the country and is acclaimed to be the crowning glory and legacy of the Filipino to the world;

WHEREAS, the triumph of this Revolution was anchored upon People Power, the spontaneous demonstration of the citizens unity, solidarity and teamwork in seeking to end dictatorship, transform Philippine society and chart a new course for the nation by linking arms and courageously asserting the democratic rights;

WHEREAS, the EDSA Revolution spirit is best manifested by the efficient delivery of services to every Filipino. casia

NOW, THEREFORE, I, FIDEL V. RAMOS, President of the Republic of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby direct the observance by all provincial, city and municipal governments of the following guidelines in the celebration of February 25, 1994 as National People's Day.

SECTION 1. Flag-raising Ceremony. — Flag raising ceremonies shall be held at all Provincial Capitols and City and Municipal Halls at 8:00 a.m. on February 25, 1994.

SECTION 2. Local People's Day. — All heads of provincial, city and municipal governments shall make themselves available to the public for consultation from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in a manner similar to the conduct of People's Day activities in Malacañang. National government agencies with provincial city and municipal offices shall also make themselves available to the public for consultation and provision of their respective services.

All national government agencies with provincial, city and municipal offices shall coordinate with the concerned local government units (LGUs) for the purpose of planning and mobilizing resources in connection with this celebration.

SECTION 3. Other Activities. — The foregoing guidelines, notwithstanding, are without prejudice to the observance of other special activities and programs that may be put up by other groups or sectors in partnership with local government units and national agencies concerned and in connection with the celebration of the EDSA Revolution Anniversary.

This Administrative Order shall take effect immediately.

DONE in the City of Manila, this 31st day of January, in the year of Our Lord, Nineteen Hundred and Ninety-Four.