The Commission on Elections (Comelec) conducted a plebiscite in five barangays of Parañaque City to ratify a city ordinance aimed at adjusting the territorial boundaries of Barangays Baclaran, Tambo, Don Galo, La Huerta, and San Dionisio.This follows a court ruling declaring an earlier ordinance unconstitutional, necessitating a new plebiscite to ensure legal compliance.The ordinance, City Ordinance No.

2023-19, seeks to reallocate reclaimed land in Manila Bay to expand the barangays' territories using the straight line policy for geometric boundary determination.With 79,250 registered voters, the plebiscite's question centered on allocating reclaimed land to expand territorial boundaries.Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia projected a 35% voter turnout, noting historical trends.Voting centers were set in elementary schools and high schools, with early voting for seniors, disabled individuals, and pregnant women.Results were expected by 3 a.m.the following day, with canvassing starting on voting day.

The decision addresses legal and jurisdictional issues related to land titles and taxation, reflecting ongoing efforts to resolve boundary disputes in coastal areas.