Jurisdictional Boundaries of Valencia
- Boundaries defined by precise geographical points and distances, based on technical descriptions by the Office of the District Engineer of Bukidnon.
- Neighboring municipal districts and political boundaries described in detail, including San Fernando, Talakag, Pangantukan, and the original territory of Malaybalay.
Effect on Municipality of Malaybalay
- Malaybalay retains its territory except for the portions constituting the new Municipality of Valencia.
- Ensures that the mother municipality remains capable of governing and sustaining essential municipal services after segmentation.
Conditions for the Existence of Valencia Municipality
- The municipality shall officially exist upon:
- Appointment and qualification of key officials: mayor, vice-mayor, and a majority of councilors.
- Certification by the Secretary of Finance regarding financial capability to implement the Minimum Wage Law and statutory obligations.
- Assurance that Malaybalay can continue to maintain its municipal government and services despite the territorial reduction.
Legal Basis and Authority
- Established pursuant to Section 68 of the Revised Administrative Code.
- Recommendation made by the Provincial Board of Bukidnon.
- Executed by the President of the Philippines and countersigned by the Assistant Executive Secretary.
Implementation and Governance
- Valencia begins governance independently after fulfilling procedural and financial requirements.
- Obliged to provide ordinary essential municipal services as a regular municipality.
Formalization
- Document executed and effective as of October 11, 1959, in Manila.
- Signed by President Carlos P. Garcia and Assistant Executive Secretary Enrique C. Quema.