Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 665)
July 23, 2004, marks the 35th Foundation Day anniversary of Batangas City.
Alberto G. Romulo, the Executive Secretary, by order of the President, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, declared the day as special (non-working).
It was declared under Proclamation No. 665, dated July 12, 2004.
A special (non-working) day is a day recognized by the government where workers are typically given the day off without pay unless there are special arrangements, allowing citizens to celebrate or observe significant events.
The declaration must be issued through a proclamation signed by the Executive Secretary by the order of the President, and the seal of the Republic of the Philippines must be affixed.
Alberto G. Romulo, Executive Secretary, and Joaquin C. Lagonera, Senior Deputy Executive Secretary, signed the proclamation.
The Executive Secretary issues the proclamation/orders declaring special non-working days by authority of the President.
No, the declaration can also be for local significance, such as the foundation day anniversary of a city like Batangas City.
The proclamation was executed in the City of Manila.
Employees are generally excused from work without pay unless an existing company policy or agreement provides otherwise, allowing residents to participate in the celebration of the foundation day anniversary.