Basis and purpose of the declaration
- The proclamation recognizes that the City of Bayawan will mark the Tawo-Tawo Festival on 18 February 2024.
- The proclamation states that the Sangguniang Panlungsod requested Friday, 16 February 2024 to be declared a special (non-working) day in lieu of 18 February 2024, which falls on a Sunday.
- The proclamation declares that the public should be given full opportunity to participate and enjoy the celebration.
Place and coverage of the non-working day
- The special (non-working) day applies in the City of Bayawan, Province of Negros Oriental.
- Friday, 16 February 2024 is the declared special day for Bayawan City residents and activities within the city.
Date and operative declaration
- Proclamation No. 440 declares Friday, 16 February 2024 as a special (non-working) day in the City of Bayawan.
- The declaration is made to align the city’s observance with the Tawo-Tawo Festival activities.
Signature, attestation, and formality
- The proclamation is signed by LUCAS P. BERSAMIN, Executive Secretary, by authority of the President.
- The proclamation includes the affixation of the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
- The proclamation is “done” in Manila on January 04, 2024.