Law Summary
Creation of Municipality
Explanation: This section establishes the formation of a new independent municipality named Amaya from specific territories within the Municipality of Tanza, Province of Cavite.
Key Definitions:
- Municipality of Amaya: The newly created local government unit.
- Barrios: The designated small administrative divisions within the municipality, including Amaya (the seat of government), Calibuyo, Tres Cruces, and the sitios that will be recognized as barrios (Kapipisa, Carsadang Bago, Halayhay, Sampalucan).
Important Requirements:
- The new municipality shall be officially recognized upon the appointment and qualification of its mayor, vice-mayor, and a majority of councilors.
- Certification by the Secretary of Finance or the Provincial Treasurer is required to ensure the municipality can meet salary obligations for its officials and employees as per Republic Act No. 602.
Territorial Boundaries
Explanation: This section delineates the geographical boundaries separating the Municipality of Amaya from Tanza.
Key Definitions:
- Boundary Line: The described path and landmarks that define the limits of Amaya, including references to specific lots and geographical features (e.g., Pandan Creek, Pajo Reservoir).
Important Requirements:
- The boundary starts from the center of Pandan Creek at Manila Bay and follows various lot boundaries, concluding at the Tanza-Indang boundary.
Impact on Municipality of Tanza
Explanation: The section clarifies that the Municipality of Tanza will retain its remaining territory minus the area that now comprises Amaya.
Key Definitions:
- Remaining Territory: The area of Tanza after the formation of Amaya, which will not affect the existing governance of Tanza.
Important Requirements:
- Tanza's territorial status is modified as a result of this Executive Order, necessitating administrative adjustments.
Conditions for Municipality’s Operation
- Explanation: This section specifies the prerequisites for the operational commencement of the Municipality of Amaya.
- Important Requirements:
- The municipality must have appointed officials (mayor, vice-mayor, and councilors) and financial certification before it can function.
Date of Enactment
- Explanation: This section provides the formal date of issuance of the Executive Order.
- Timeframe:
- Enacted on November 5, 1953.
Key Takeaways
- Executive Order No. 639 officially creates the Municipality of Amaya, delineating its boundaries and defining its governance structure.
- The establishment of Amaya is contingent on the appointment of local officials and financial capability as mandated by existing law (Republic Act No. 602).
- The previously existing Municipality of Tanza will adjust its territorial limits to reflect the creation of Amaya, ensuring clear administrative boundaries.