CONTACT INFORMATION
Office of the Vice Mayor
- OVM
- 2nd Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall Compound
- 8988-4242 local 8205
- OVM@quezoncity.gov.ph
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
ABOUT US
Description
The OVM serves as the Presiding Officer of the Sangguniang Panlungsod, the legislative body responsible for approving ordinances and passing resolutions necessary for an efficient and effective City Government. This office ensures the delivery of basic services and facilities as provided under Section 17 of the Local Government Code.
The Vice Mayor signs all warrants drawn on the City Treasury for expenditures appropriated for the operation of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and appoints all officials and employees within this office, except those whose appointment manner is specifically provided for in the Local Government Code.
Additionally, the Vice Mayor exercises the powers and performs the duties of the City Mayor in the event of a temporary vacancy, as well as any other powers and duties prescribed by law or ordinance.
Mission
The Office of the Vice Mayor is dedicated to the enactment of responsive and well-balanced legislation that protects and promotes strong Filipino families and elevates their status as an economic self-sufficient unit of our society in Quezon City, for the glory of God.
Vision
The Office of the Vice Mayor shall be a model of servant leadership and good governance: serving God by serving others and changing the culture of traditional politics, in order to raise the economic self-sufficiency of strong families in Quezon City.
Legal Bases
Republic Act 7160, Otherwise Known As “The Local Government Code Of 1991”, Specifically Sections 456 To 458.
Service Pledge
- Ensure the enactment of local legislations that are responsive and customized to the needs of the QCitizens.
- Seek the active participation of the people in enacting and updating local ordinances and ensuring the continuous improvement of local laws.
- Lead the QCitizens with a heart for servant leadership and show Quezon City a genuine form of public service that does not revolve around a politician but focuses on God and the people.
Services
MATTERS REQUIRING CITY COUNCIL ACTION
The office accommodates complaints, notices, Request, or other Matters that may require action from the Quezon City Council, including inclusion in the agenda of the city council, endorsement to council committees, or other offices for review and action.
CERTIFIED TRUE COPIES OF LOCAL ORDINANCES OR RESOLUTIONS
The office accommodates requests for copies of local ordinances or resolutions, whether of the current city council or those passed by the previous city councils, for whatever legal purpose the requesting party may need it for.
APPROVED LEGISLATIVE MEASURES FOR SIGNATURE
Receiving of the final official draft of the legislative measure, whether a resolution or an ordinance, that was passed by the City Council, that needs the signature of the Vice Mayor for final approval.
OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS/CORRESPONDENCE (FROM OUTSIDE THE QUEZON CITY GOVERNMENT)
Receiving/Acceptance of official documents, communications, correspondences, notices, letters, invitations from individuals, private organizations, or other government agencies (aside from the offices with Quezon City Government)
OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS/CORRESPONDENCE (FROM OFFICES WITHIN THE QUEZON CITY GOVERNMENT)
Receiving/Acceptance of official documents, communications, correspondences, notices, letters, and invitations from offices within the Quezon City Government.
PERSONNEL-RELATED TRANSACTIONS
Accommodating personnel transactions, including Issuance of Certificate of Acceptance, Checks, Obligation Requests, Application for Leave of Absence, for Travel Authority, for Travel Order, and Acceptance of Resignation Letter of Employees, Job Order Contracts, and Consultants under the Legislative Department.
PURCHASE REQUESTS FROM LEGISLATIVE OFFICES
Receiving of Purchase requests for procurement needs of different offices under the Legislative Department
Programs
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
- Hospital Assistance to indigent patients thru the issuance of Guarantee Letters
- Arrangement is made with the various Hospitals especially with the following hospitals, namely, Quirino Memorial Medical Center, East Avenue Medical Center, Heart Center, National Kidney and Transplant Institute, and Philippine Children’s Medical Center, where indigent patients are extended modest financial assistance in the form of a Guarantee Letter issued by the Department of Health extended thru the funds of Hon. Vicente C. Sotto III, thru the Office of the Vice Mayor, to help them tide over the high cost of medical care and medicines.
- Free Anti-Rabies Vaccine in close coordination with the Quezon City Veterinary Office
- Conduct of seminars
- Mental Health Awareness Program
- Strong Families program
- Basic Gender Sensitivity Program
- People Empowerment Program
- Proper Oral Hygiene Program
- Reproduction Health Program
- Garbage Segregation Program
- Eye Care Program
- Dengue Awareness Program
- Quality Education Program
- Small Skill Industry System Program
- Health and Sanitation Program
- Breast Cancer Awareness Program
- Seminar on Domestic Violence
- Adolescence Reproductive System
LIVELIHOOD TRAINING
Ever aware of the problems of mass poverty and unemployment, the undersigned saw the need to help the poor acquire skills that would improve their source of income. He then initiated, in coordination with the barangay officials, TESDA, SSDD, and private companies the following trainings:
- Candle Making
- Soap and Fabric conditioner making
- Perfume Making
- Meat Processing (Longanisa, Siomai & Embutido making)
- Fashion Jewelry Making
- Dishwashing liquid making
- E-loading business
- Training & Distribution of manicure & pedicure sets
- Stuff toy making
- Online classes for call center training
- TESDA training
Department Directory
Ms. Marites Victoria
Chief of Staff
8988-4242 local 8205
OVM@quezoncity.gov.ph
Divisions/Sections
| DIVISION | OFFICER NAME | OFFICE ADDRESS | CONTACT INFORMATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative | Ms. Rochelle T. Basaysay Executive Assistant V | 2nd Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8207 OVM@quezoncity.gov.ph |
| Appointment/Socials | Ms. Reena Vi Ramos | 2nd Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8273 |
| LAN | Mr. Edwin Baytamo | 3rd Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8316 |
| Legislative | 2nd Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8206 | |
| Operations | Mr. Joey Layugan | Ground Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8130 |
| District Coordinators District I | Ms. Jaime Espina | Ground Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8128 |
| District Coordinators District II | Ms. Irene Nueva | Ground Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8162 |
| District Coordinators District IV | Ms. Yolanda Laxamana | Ground Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8159 |
| District Coordinators District V | Mr. Rufino Vergara | Ground Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8130 |
| District Coordinators District VI | Ms. Eden Balgos | Ground Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8130 |
| Records/Releasing | Mr. Oliver Flores | 2nd Floor, Legislative Wing, Quezon City Hall | 8988-4242 local 8273 |
Resources
OVM Citizen's Charter 2024
OVM Citizen's Charter 2023
OVM Citizen's Charter 2022
OVM Citizen's Charter
