Defined Territorial Boundaries
- The boundaries of Barobo are clearly delineated starting from the mouth of Pagbutuanan Cave at sitio Wacat and continuing through specific points marked on official maps and references.
- Boundaries are defined by geographic landmarks, municipal and provincial boundary lines, and marine waters jurisdiction as specified in section 2321 of the Revised Administrative Code.
- A technical description based on a sketch plan prepared by the Office of the Highway District Engineer, Surigao, ensures precise limits.
Status of the Municipality of Lianga After Segregation
- Lianga retains its original territory excluding the portions incorporated into Barobo.
- The municipality of Lianga thus continues to exist with adjusted boundaries.
Conditions for Effectivity and Governance
- The municipality of Barobo shall officially come into existence only upon:
- Appointment and qualification of its mayor, vice-mayor, and a majority of councilors.
- Certification by the Secretary of Finance confirming the new municipality’s financial capability to:
- Implement the Minimum Wage Law.
- Meet all statutory obligations and provide ordinary essential services expected from a municipality.
- Certification that the remaining municipality of Lianga remains financially stable and able to maintain proper governance and obligations despite the territorial loss.
Legal and Administrative Formalities
- The Executive Order was issued under the authority given by section sixty-eight of the Revised Administrative Code.
- Signed by the President of the Philippines and the Executive Secretary, indicating full executive verification and support.
- Date of issuance is October 24, 1960, marking the formal creation event of the municipality of Barobo.
Important Legal Concepts
- The administrative creation of municipalities through executive order following statutory provisions.
- The balancing of territorial division with financial and governance sustainability checks to ensure local government units remain viable.
- Use of precise surveying and cartographic documents as legal references defining municipal boundaries.
- Requirement of certification by national financial authorities before the new municipality becomes operational.
- Preservation of the mother municipality’s capability post-segregation to avoid governance collapse or service failure.