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.