Classification Categories and Scope
- Municipal districts are classified primarily into first, second, third, and fourth classes.
- Classification affects various municipalities across multiple provinces including Bukidnon, Ilocos Sur, Lanao, La Union, Mountain Province, Palawan, Samar, and Sulu.
- The classification schedule corresponds directly to the revenue-based criteria mandated by law.
Specific Municipal District Classifications
- Each municipal district is specifically assigned a class reflecting its financial standing:
- First Class: Majority of districts including Baungen, Maramag, Libona, Sumilao (Bukidnon), Angaki, Gregorio del Pilar (Ilocos Sur), and others.
- Second Class: Municipal districts such as Alilim (Ilocos Sur), Burgos (La Union), Sadanga (Mountain Province), etc.
- Third Class: Municipal districts including Pangantecan (Bukidnon), Sigay (Ilocos Sur), Balbarg (Mountain Province), etc.
- Fourth Class: Only one municipal district, Marungas (Sulu), is classified as fourth class.
Effectivity and Supersession
- The classification system takes effect on July 1, 1956.
- This executive order supersedes the previous Executive Order No. 235 dated February 13, 1957.
Legal Authority and Formal Execution Details
- Signed and enacted in the City of Manila on July 5, 1957.
- Officially signed by President Carlos P. Garcia.
- The Executive Secretary Fortunato De Leon also signed, indicating the lawful promulgation of the order.
Important Legal Implications
- The classification system is essential for administrative, financial, and regulatory purposes within the Philippine government framework.
- It directly influences the governance, budgeting, and development priorities of municipal districts.
- Accurate classification ensures equitable treatment and appropriate allocation of resources consistent with each municipal district's financial capacity.