Territorial Boundaries
- Detailed technical boundary description starting from a creek mouth on the seashore west of sitio Capingkit.
- Boundaries follow natural landmarks such as creeks, bridges (Mesyong Dotarot Bridge), and official survey lines (Project 39, LC-791 areas).
- Encompasses territory up to the seashore along the beach of Surigao Strait.
- Boundaries are based on official maps prepared by the District Engineer and Provincial Land Officer of Southern Leyte.
Effect on the Municipality of Pintuyan
- The territorial jurisdiction of Pintuyan is reduced by the barangays and sitios carved out to form San Ricardo.
- Pintuyan retains governance over its remaining territory.
Conditions for the Municipality of San Ricardo to Commence Operations
- Formal establishment is contingent upon:
- Appointment and qualification of the Mayor, Vice-Mayor, and a majority of the municipal councilors.
- Certification by the Secretary of Finance confirming financial capability.
- San Ricardo must be financially able to meet statutory obligations and provide ordinary municipal services.
- Pintuyan must remain financially viable and capable of meeting its obligations after the territorial division.
Legal and Administrative Formalities
- Date of issuance: October 24, 1965.
- Authority: Signed by the President of the Philippines and Acting Executive Secretary.
- Compliance with procedural and administrative safeguards stipulated by law for the creation of local government units.
This executive order demonstrates adherence to the legal framework governing the creation of municipalities in the Philippines, emphasizing territorial delineation, governance structure, fiscal responsibility, and procedural legitimacy.