Law Summary

Introduction

This summary analyzes Executive Order No. 245, issued on March 30, 1957, which establishes the barrio of Legayada in the municipality of Lambunao, province of Iloilo, Philippines.

Creation of the Barrio

• Legal Principle: The sitio of Bogo is organized into an independent barrio named Legayada.
• Authority: This action is pursuant to section sixty-eight of the Revised Administrative Code.
• Geographical Implications:
  • The territory of the existing barrio in Lambunao will be adjusted to exclude the area now designated as Legayada.

Territory Adjustment

• Key Definitions:
  • Sitio: A rural locality or community within a municipality.
  • Barrio: An administrative division or neighborhood within a municipality.
• Territorial Changes:
  • The barrio of Lambunao will retain all its original territory except for the land now comprising the new barrio of Legayada.

Implementation

• Effective Date: The order takes effect immediately upon its issuance.
• Official Date of Issuance: March 30, 1957.

Signatories

• President: Carlos P. Garcia, President of the Philippines.
• Executive Secretary: Fortunato De Leon.

Key Takeaways

• Executive Order No. 245 officially establishes the barrio of Legayada from the sitio of Bogo, modifying the boundaries of the existing barrio in Lambunao.
• The order is enacted under the authority of the Revised Administrative Code and is effective immediately.
• The administrative adjustment does not impose any penalties or liabilities, focusing solely on territorial organization.