Law Summary

Introduction

This Executive Order, issued on August 22, 1958, establishes the municipality of Candoni in the province of Negros Occidental, based on the recommendation of the Provincial Board of Negros Occidental and in accordance with the Revised Administrative Code.

Creation of Municipality

• Legal Provision: The barrio of Candoni is segregated from the municipality of Cauayan and constituted as an independent municipality.
• Designation: The new municipality is officially named "Candoni."

Boundaries of the Municipality

• Boundary Description: The order outlines specific geographic coordinates and directions to delineate the boundaries of Candoni:
  • Begins at the Northeastern corner of Sipalay.
  • Follows various latitude and longitude points, including intersections with the municipalities of Cauayan, Ilog, and Asia.
  • The complete boundary description is based on survey data from the Bureau of Lands.

Territorial Adjustments

• Impact on Cauayan: The municipality of Cauayan will retain its territory minus the parts designated as belonging to Candoni.

Establishment Conditions

• Inauguration Criteria:
  • The municipality of Candoni will officially commence upon the appointment and qualification of its mayor, vice-mayor, and majority of councilors.
  • Certification by the Secretary of Finance is necessary to confirm:
    • Financial capability to implement the Minimum Wage Law and fulfill statutory obligations.
    • The viability of Cauayan to maintain its municipal government and obligations after the territorial segregation.

Certification Requirements

• Financial Capability:
  • The Secretary of Finance must certify both the financial viability of Candoni and that Cauayan can continue its governance effectively post-segregation.

Date and Execution

• Execution Date: The order was signed in Manila on August 22, 1958, during the thirteenth year of Philippine independence.
• Signatories:
  • Signed by Carlos P. Garcia, President of the Philippines.
  • Counter-signed by Juan C. Pajo, Executive Secretary.

Key Takeaways

• The municipality of Candoni is formally created by Executive Order No. 314.
• Specific geographical boundaries are delineated for the new municipality.
• The establishment of Candoni hinges on the appointment of its officials and financial certification by the Secretary of Finance.
• Cauayan's governance is to remain intact despite the territorial adjustment.