Creation of Surallah Municipality, Cotabato

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Republic Act No. 3420: Creation of Surallah Municipality, Cotabato

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Title Supreme Court: Creation of Surallah Municipality, Cotabato

Law: Republic Act No. 3420

Decision Date: Jun 18, 1961

Republic Act No. 3420 establishes the Municipality of Surallah in the Province of Cotabato, separating it from the municipality of Ba ga and promoting local autonomy and efficient governance in the area.

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Boundary Description

The boundaries of Surallah are specifically delineated starting from a highway leading to Compound Landing.
It passes landmarks such as a cemetery, farm roads, James Weaver's lot, Sapali River, crossing Cabayo, the Crusher, Allah River, and follows the river's course up to the boundary with Isulan Municipality.
The boundaries correspond to the provincial plan and clearly indicate the limits of the new municipality.

Seat of Government

The seat of government for the newly created Municipality of Surallah is established at the present site of the Barrio of Centrallah.

Effectivity and Election of Officials

The law takes effect upon the election of the new municipal officials.
Elections are scheduled during the general local elections in November 1963.
The act was enacted by the Congress without the need for executive approval, dated June 18, 1961.

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