Special Non-Working Day for Jesse M. Robredo

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PROCLAMATION NO. 37: Special Non-Working Day for Jesse M. Robredo

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Title Supreme Court: Special Non-Working Day for Jesse M. Robredo

Law: Proclamation No. 37

Decision Date: Jun 25, 1954

In honor of the late Secretary Jesse M. Robredo, a special (non-working) day is declared in the City of Naga, Philippines, allowing the people to commemorate his significant contributions to local governance and his virtues as a public servant.

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Purpose and Significance of the Declaration

The special day honors Jesse M. Robredo, a distinguished public servant.
Robredo served as Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government from 2010 to 2012.
He was noted for implementing significant reforms in local governance.

Jesse M. Robredo’s Contributions and Legacy

Served as Mayor of Naga City during two periods: 1988-1998 and 2001-2010.
Earned numerous awards including the prestigious Magsaysay Award for Government Service in 2000, being the first Filipino Mayor to receive it.
Recognized as a local hero of the City of Naga.

Circumstances of the Commemoration

The declaration commemorates the tenth anniversary of Robredo’s passing on August 18, 2012, due to a tragic plane accident.
The day is intended to provide the people of Naga City an opportunity to honor Robredo’s memory through appropriate ceremonies.
Observance of public health measures prescribed by the national government is emphasized.

Legal Authority and Formalities

Declaration was signed by Victor D. Rodriguez, Executive Secretary, by authority of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
The proclamation was issued in Manila on August 15, 2022.
The seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to the proclamation, signifying its official enactment.

Summary of Key Legal Concepts

The issuance of special (non-working) days is a presidential prerogative exercised through executive proclamation.
Such declarations can be geographically specific and are intended to allow public commemoration of significant persons or events.
The status as a special (non-working) day has implications for work suspension and public observance within the designated area.

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