Title
Creation of Municipality of Kalingalan Caluang
Law
Presidential Decree No. 838
Decision Date
Dec 6, 1975
To address challenges in maintaining peace and promoting economic development, Presidential Decree No. 838 divides the Municipality of Luuk in Sulu, Philippines, creating the Municipality of Kalingalan Caluang with its own government and appointed officials.
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Seat of Government

  • The seat of government for the newly created municipality is designated as Barangay Karungdong.

Boundary Definition and Conflict Resolution

  • The boundary between Luuk and Kalingalan Caluang runs generally west to east along the national road from Barangay Tayuman to Barangay Kan-muni.
  • Barangays and sitios north of this road belong to Luuk, those south belong to Kalingalan Caluang.
  • Despite the boundary, the entire land area of Barangay Tigbas is included within Kalingalan Caluang.

Application of Law

  • All existing and future laws applicable to regular municipalities apply equally to Kalingalan Caluang unless specifically provided otherwise.

Jurisdiction of Luuk Officials

  • Officials of the Municipality of Luuk continue to exercise jurisdiction over the barangays and sitios not included in Kalingalan Caluang upon the decree's effectiveness.

Appointment of Officials in Kalingalan Caluang

  • All officials of the new municipality are appointed by the President of the Philippines.
  • These officials serve until successors are elected in regular local elections or until removal by the President.
  • Additional appointive officers and employees necessary to organize the municipal government may be appointed according to existing laws.

Transfer of Assets and Liabilities

  • Upon effectiveness, Kalingalan Caluang receives a proportionate share of obligations, funds, assets, and property from the Municipality of Luuk.
  • Transfer of these resources occurs based on recommendations from the Commission on Audit and order of the President.

Repealing Clause

  • Any laws or executive orders inconsistent with this decree are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity

  • The decree takes effect immediately upon issuance.

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