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Creation of Municipality of Naawan, Misamis Oriental

Republic Act No. 1620 Jun 5, 1957

The Republic Act No. 1620 establishes the Municipality of Naawan in Misamis Oriental, separating it from the Municipality of Initao, with the first officials appointed by the President until the next general elections.

local governance autonomy independent municipality

Interim local officials and appointments

Section 2 provides that the first mayor, vice-mayor, and councilors of the new municipality shall be appointed by the President alone.
Section 2 states that these appointed officials shall hold office until their successors are elected in the next general elections for local officials and have qualified.

Effectivity

Section 3 declares that the Act takes effect upon approval.
The Act was approved on June 5, 1957.

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