Law Summary
Territorial Adjustments of Parent Municipalities
- Following the segregation, the territories of Malitbog and Macrohon municipalities are reduced by the portions placed under Padre Burgos.
- The two municipalities must operate with their remaining areas.
Conditions for the Municipality's Legal Existence
- Padre Burgos shall only come into existence legally upon:
- The appointment and qualification of its mayor, vice-mayor, and majority of the councilors.
- Certification by the Secretary of Finance that the municipality is financially capable to:
- Implement the Minimum Wage Law.
- Fulfill all statutory obligations.
- Provide essential municipal services.
- Additionally, the Secretary of Finance must certify that Malitbog and Macrohon can satisfactorily maintain their municipal governments and meet obligations after losing the segregated areas.
Authority and Legal Basis
- The creation of the municipality is pursuant to Section 68 of the Revised Administrative Code.
- The Executive Order was signed by the President of the Philippines and countersigned by the Executive Secretary.
Date and Formalities
- The order was executed in Manila on August 29, 1957, the twelfth year of Philippine Independence.
- It reflects the formal exercise of executive authority in reorganizing local government units under the law.