Creation of Municipality of Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur

The territorial boundaries between Dumingag and Molave are defined according to a sketch map.
The sketch map was prepared by Assistant Civil Engineer Ernesto L. Renes of Zamboanga del Sur.
The map has been duly filed with the Office responsible for territorial administration.
The remaining municipality of Molave retains its previous territory minus the areas allocated for Dumingag.

The Municipality of Dumingag shall be considered in existence upon the following conditions:
- Appointment and qualification of its mayor, vice-mayor, and majority of councilors.
- Certification by the Secretary of Finance regarding financial capability.
Certification requirements include:
- Financial capability to implement the Minimum Wage Law.
- Ability to fulfill all statutory obligations.
- Capacity to provide ordinary essential municipal services.
- Assurance that Molave municipality retains capability to maintain its government and essential services after territorial reduction.

The creation is made pursuant to the recommendation of the Provincial Board of Zamboanga del Sur.
The establishment follows provisions outlined in Section 68 of the Revised Administrative Code.
The Executive Order was signed by the President of the Philippines and countersigned by the Executive Secretary.

The Executive Order was enacted on December 27, 1957.
The action took place in the City of Manila.
The order is consistent with the country's status of independence in its twelfth year.