Law Summary
Territorial Boundaries
- Northern boundary: Camili and Malupa rivers.
- Southern and Southeastern boundaries: Present municipal boundaries of San Luis and Maria Aurora.
- Eastern boundary: Present municipal boundaries of Baler and Maria Aurora.
- Western boundary: Borders of Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, and Quezon provinces.
- Boundaries based on technical description from the Office of the Highway District Engineer and official maps.
Effect on Municipality of Maria Aurora
- Maria Aurora’s territory is reduced by the barrios incorporated into Quirino.
- The remaining territory of Maria Aurora excludes the areas now part of Quirino.
Commencement of Municipality Existence
- The municipality of Quirino will officially exist upon:
- Appointment and qualification of the Mayor.
- Appointment and qualification of the Vice-Mayor.
- Appointment and qualification of the majority of the municipal councilors.
Legal and Administrative Process
- Creation authorized pursuant to Section 63 of the Revised Administrative Code.
- The executive order was signed by the President of the Philippines and the Acting Executive Secretary.
Governing Authority
- Quirino is governed by appointed local officials as per municipal government provisions.
- The executive order formalizes the administrative and political structure and jurisdiction of Quirino within Quezon province.