Case Digest (G.R. No. 27209)
Facts:
- The case involves a dispute between the municipal council of Angeles, Pampanga and the provincial board of Pampanga.
- In 1905, the municipal council adopted an ordinance regarding the installation of steam engines.
- In 1925, Andres M. Gabriel requested authorization to set up a rice mill, which was approved by the municipal council.
- However, the provincial board disapproved the resolution of the municipal council, leading to a legal battle.
Issue:
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Ruling:
- The provincial board can only declare a municipal resolution, ordinance, or order invalid if it is "beyond the powers conferred upon the council or president making the same."
- The provincial board's action is final for the executive department, but the municipal council has the right to appeal to the Chief of the Executive Bureau.
- The disapproving resolution of the provincial board was based on a mistaken finding of fact and was not grounded on any legal consideration.
- The provincial board's action wa...(Unlock)
Ratio:
- The court's decision is based on the principl...continue reading
Case Digest (G.R. No. 27209)
Facts:
The case of Gabriel v. Provincial Board of Pampanga involves a dispute between the municipal council and provincial board regarding the authority to disapprove a resolution. The plaintiff, Andres M. Gabriel, sought permission from the Angeles municipal council to establish a rice mill. The resolution was approved by a vote of six to two. However, the provincial board of Pampanga disapproved the resolution, arguing that the proposed location of the rice mill fell within the restricted zone of the municipality. It was later discovered that the provincial board's decision was based on a mistaken finding of fact, as the rice mill was actually situated outside of the restricted district.
Issue:
The main issue in this case is whether the provincial board had the authority to disapprove the resolution passed by the municipal council.
Ruling:
The court ruled in favor of the municipal council, emphasizing the importance of protecting local autonomy and citizens' rights. The court held that the only valid ground for the provincial board to declare any ...