Title
Creation of Banisilan Municipality, North Cotabato
Law
Batas Pambansa Blg. 141
Decision Date
Feb 8, 1982
Batas Pambansa Blg. 141 creates the Municipality of Banisilan in North Cotabato, separating several barangays from the Municipality of Carmen, with the appointed Mayor and Municipal Council holding office until the next general elections, and the plebiscite expenses charged to local funds.
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Geographical Boundaries

  • The municipality is defined by natural and administrative boundaries.
  • Northern boundary starts at the intersection of Malitubog River and Cotabato-Lanao del Sur provincial boundary.
  • Extends eastward following the provincial boundary to the junction of Kalawaeg and Maridagao Rivers (boundary with Bukidnon).
  • Extends south along Maridagao River to Tumagak Creek.
  • Extends southwesterly in a straight line to the peak of Kitubod Range.
  • Then continues to the center of Malitubog River, boundary between Carmen and Libungan municipalities.
  • Returns northerly along Malitubog River to the point of origin.

Appointment and Term of Initial Officials

  • Upon plebiscite approval, the President appoints the first Mayor and Sangguniang Bayan members.
  • Appointees serve at the pleasure of the President.
  • Their term lasts until successors are elected and qualified in the next general local elections.

Conduct of Plebiscite

  • The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is responsible for conducting and supervising the plebiscite.
  • The plebiscite must occur within 120 days after the law's approval.
  • Expenses for the plebiscite are charged against local funds.

Effectivity of the Law

  • The law takes effect immediately upon its approval.
  • Approval date is February 8, 1982.

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