Law Summary

1. Introduction

This Executive Order, issued on December 29, 1961, establishes the Municipality of Pilar in the Province of Bohol, segregating specific barrios from existing municipalities.

2. Creation of the Municipality

• Legal Basis: The creation of the Municipality of Pilar is pursuant to Section 68 of the Revised Administrative Code.
• Barrios Segregated: The following barrios are segregated from their respective municipalities:
  • From Sierra-Bullones: Aurora, Bagacay, Bagumbayan, Bayong, Buena Suerte, Cagawasan, Catagdaan, Estaca, Ilaud, Lungsod Daan, Pamacsalan, Rizal, and San Carlos.
  • From Ubay: San Isidro.
  • From Guindulman: Lundag.
  • From Candijay: Inaghuban.
• Seat of Government: The seat of government for the new municipality is established at Lungsod Daan.

3. Territorial Adjustments

• Remaining Territories: The municipalities of Sierra-Bullones, Ubay, Guindulman, and Candijay will retain their territories minus the segregated portions.
• Impact on Don Sergio: These adjustments are made excluding portions that are part of the territory of the municipality of Don Sergio.

4. Governance and Administration

• Effective Date: The Municipality of Pilar will officially commence upon the appointment and qualification of its mayor, vice-mayor, and a majority of councilors.
• Appointment Requirement: The governance structure must be in place for the municipality to begin operations.

5. Signatories

• President: The order is signed by Carlos P. Garcia, President of the Philippines.
• Assistant Executive Secretary: Endorsed by Edilberto B. Gallares.

Key Takeaways

• The Municipality of Pilar is officially created through Executive Order No. 460, segregating specific barrios from existing municipalities in Bohol.
• The establishment is governed by the Revised Administrative Code and requires the appointment of local officials to commence its operations.
• The order reflects an administrative reorganization aimed at enhancing local governance in the province.