Title
Supreme Court
Creation of Padre Burgos Municipality in Leyte
Law
Executive Order No. 265
Decision Date
Aug 29, 1957
Executive Order No. 265 establishes the independent municipality of Padre Burgos in Leyte by segregating specific barrios and sitios from the municipalities of Malitbog and Macrohon, contingent upon the appointment of local officials and financial capability to fulfill municipal obligations.

Law Summary

Impact on Parent Municipalities

  • Territorial adjustment for Malitbog and Macrohon
  • Both municipalities lose the portions included in Padre Burgos
  • Their territorial and administrative boundaries are modified accordingly

Conditions for Municipality Establishment

  • Municipality shall commence existence only upon:
    • Appointment and qualification of the mayor, vice-mayor, and majority of councilors
    • Certification by Secretary of Finance confirming:
      • Financial capacity to implement the Minimum Wage Law
      • Ability to fulfill all statutory obligations
      • Ability to provide ordinary essential municipal services
      • Assurance that Malitbog and Macrohon maintain viable government and services post-segregation

Certification and Financial Requirements

  • Secretary of Finance must certify:
    • Padre Burgos' financial capability for statutory and essential services
    • That Malitbog and Macrohon remain financially stable and capable
    • Both mother municipalities can meet statutory and contractual obligations after territorial loss

Legal Effectivity and Formalization

  • Executive Order executed on August 29, 1957, in Manila
  • Signed by the President and Executive Secretary
  • Marks the official creation and recognition of the municipality of Padre Burgos

These provisions collectively govern the administrative creation, territorial definition, governance setup, financial viability criteria, and legal formalization of the municipality of Padre Burgos.


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