Law Summary
Territorial Boundaries
- Specifies the precise geographical boundaries of Barangay Masao using adjacent barangays and natural features like Sibuguey Bay as reference points.
- Detailed line measurements and directions describe the barangay's perimeter beginning from a clearly marked starting point in Tungawan Cadastre.
- Total area covered is approximately 4,318,410 square meters.
Conduct and Supervision of Plebiscite
- Validates a previously conducted plebiscite held under supervision of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) pursuant to a 1991 Provincial Ordinance.
- The plebiscite, declared in 1994, ratified the creation of Barangay Masao.
- This plebiscite is deemed sufficient compliance with Section 10 of the Local Government Code of 1991 requirments for such creations.
Incumbent Barangay Officials
- The current barangay officials of Barangay Masao remain in office until their successors are elected and qualified.
- This provision ensures governance continuity during the transition.
Public Infrastructure and Facilities
- All existing public infrastructure and facilities within Barangay Masao at the time of the law's approval are transferred to and managed by the new barangay.
- The transfer is without cost or compensation, implying automatic administrative control.
Internal Revenue Allotment Shares
- Barangay Masao is entitled to Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) shares as provided under Section 285 of the Local Government Code of 1991.
- This ensures financial support and governmental funding for barangay operations.
Effectivity
- The law becomes effective 15 days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
- This allows for formal public notice and preparation before the act takes full effect.