Legal Authority and Basis
- The creation is based on the recommendation of the Provincial Board of Misamis Oriental.
- It is pursuant to Section 68 of the Revised Administrative Code, which governs the creation of local government units.
Territorial Boundaries and Description
- Detailed technical boundaries are provided for the municipality of Lugait, starting from a marked point and following various geographic coordinates and distances.
- Boundaries include specified compass bearings and distances, referencing points on an attached sketch plan prepared by the Bureau of Lands and Office of the Highway District Engineer.
- The municipality’s boundary extends to and includes marine waters as provided under Section 2321 of the Revised Administrative Code.
Effect on Parent Municipality
- The municipality of Manticao retains its territory except the portions segregated to form Lugait, maintaining its territorial integrity minus the new municipality’s area.
Conditions for Existence and Operationalization
- The municipality of Lugait shall only legally exist upon:
- Appointment and qualification of its mayor, vice-mayor, and majority of the councilors.
- Certification by the Secretary of Finance confirming:
- Financial capability of Lugait to comply with the Minimum Wage Law and meet all statutory obligations and essential services as a regular municipality.
- The mother municipality of Manticao’s ability to continue to function effectively, fulfill all obligations, and provide essential municipal services despite the territorial reduction.
Formal Enactment
- The Executive Order is signed by the President of the Philippines and the Executive Secretary in Manila on March 16, 1961.
- The legal instrument formalizes the creation and operational framework for the municipality of Lugait within the province of Misamis Oriental.