Title
Supreme Court
Creation of Municipality of Andong, Lanao del Sur
Law
Executive Order No. 107
Decision Date
Oct 1, 1964
Executive Order No. 107 establishes the municipality of Andong in Lanao del Sur, comprising various barrios from the municipalities of Lumbatan, Butig, and Tubaran, contingent upon the appointment of local officials and financial viability.

Law Summary

Territorial Adjustments

  • Municipalities of Lumbatan, Butig, and Tubaran will have their territories reduced by the barrios included in Andong.

Legislative Approval

  • Creation was authorized following the approval of House Bill No. 3474 by the House of Representatives.

Conditions for Municipality's Existence

  • Andong shall begin to exist only upon:
    • Appointment and qualification of the Mayor, Vice-Mayor, and majority of the councilors.
    • Certification by the Secretary of Finance confirming financial capability to fulfill statutory obligations and provide essential municipal services.
    • Assurance that the mother municipalities (Lumbatan, Butig, Tubaran) can still maintain government functions, fulfill obligations, and provide essential services after territorial reduction.

Effective Date and Formalization

  • The executive order was signed in Manila on October 1, 1964, by President Diosdado Macapagal.
  • Official promulgation through the Acting Assistant Executive Secretary.

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