Title
Creation of Municipality of Maganoy, Cotabato
Law
Executive Order No. 47
Decision Date
Sep 11, 1963
Diosdado Macapagal establishes the municipality of Maganoy in Cotabato, delineating its boundaries, governance structure, and ensuring its financial viability following the segregation from Datu Piang.
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Territorial Boundaries

  • Boundaries defined starting from the tripoint of Ampatuan, Dinaig, and Datu Piang municipalities.
  • Boundary lines follow geographic landmarks including Mount Calipapa, national highway at Barrio Mata, bridges, and rivers such as Dansalan and Cabulnan.
  • Boundary description is based on a certified map with a scale of 1:250,000.

Adjustment of Municipal Boundaries

  • The municipality of Datu Piang will cede its territory to form Maganoy.
  • Datu Piang’s territory is reduced by the new municipality’s area.

Initial Government Officials and Election

  • First officials (mayor, vice-mayor, and councilors) to be elected in the local elections scheduled on November 12, 1963.

Conditions for Existence and Functionality

  • Maganoy municipality shall exist after election and qualification of officials.
  • Requires certification from the Secretary of Finance regarding financial capability.
  • Must prove ability to implement the Minimum Wage Law.
  • Must meet all statutory obligations and ensure provision of essential municipal services.
  • The parent municipality (Datu Piang) must still be able to maintain governance and meet its obligations after territorial loss.

Legal Formalities

  • Executed under the authority of section sixty-eight of the Revised Administrative Code.
  • Signed by the President of the Philippines and the Executive Secretary.
  • Dated September 11, 1963, in the municipality of Cateel, Davao.

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