Title
Creation of Magsaysay Municipal District
Law
Executive Order No. 389
Decision Date
Mar 22, 1960
Executive Order No. 389 establishes the municipal district of Magsaysay in Lanao del Norte, delineating its boundaries and governance structure, with the seat of government located in Bago-Ingud.

Territorial Composition

  • Composed of barrios and sitios from three existing local government units:
    1. Municipality of Kolambugan (14 barrios/sitios listed)
    2. Municipal District of Tubod (Baguiguicon)
    3. Municipal District of Tangcal (6 barrios/sitios listed)

Seat of Government

  • The seat of government is designated at the barrio of Bago-Ingud.

Boundary Description

  • Detailed geographical boundaries described using natural landmarks:
    • Starting point: abandoned railway tunnel passage on Titunod River.
    • Follow Titunod River upstream to Lobo.
    • Imaginary straight line to source of Bulot River at Matungao waterfalls.
    • Follow Bulod River downstream to intersection with Kolambugan and Tangcal boundaries.
    • Follow municipal boundaries of Kolambugan, Tubod, and Tangcal.
    • Return via imaginary line passing Mt. Taguitingon peak to the starting point.
  • Boundary map prepared and validated by the Office of the Highway District Engineer of Lanao del Norte.

Effect on Parent Municipalities

  • Municipalities of Kolambugan and Tubod, and the municipal district of Tangcal, will have their territories reduced by the areas included in Magsaysay.

Organic Operation and Functionality

  • The municipal district of Magsaysay shall legally begin to exist upon:
    • Appointment and qualification of its local officials:
      • Mayor
      • Vice-Mayor
      • Majority of the councilors

Executive Authority

  • The creation is formalized through an executive order signed by the President of the Philippines and countersigned by the Executive Secretary.
  • Date of effectivity: March 22, 1960.

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