Section 41Sec./Art. 41

City Tourism Officer. (a) The City Tourism Officer must be a citizen of the Philippines, a resident of the City, of good moral character, a holder of a college degree preferably with specialized training in tourism development obtained from a recognized college or university, a first grade civil service eligible or its equivalent, and must have acquired at least five (5) years experience in the implementation of programs on tourism development.

(b)The City Tourism Officer shall take charge of the City Tourism Office, and shall:

(1)Encourage the City to enact local legislation adopting the Department of Tourism (DOT) accreditation standards for tourism facilities and services;

(2)Ensure a pleasant experience and stay of tourists while at the same time protecting the interests, welfare and rights of the City;

(3)Develop tourist products and destinations that will benefit the City and its local community;

(4)Pursue the implementation of the national tourism master plans, the national ecotourism strategy and the area specific plans of national and local government units and the private sector; and

(5)Support the LGU in promoting festivals, fiestas and other tourism-related activities.

(c)Perform such other duties and functions, and exercise other powers as provided for under theLocal Government Code of 1991, as amended, and those that are prescribed by law or ordinance.