Purpose and Justification
- The declaration aims to provide the people of Mandaue City the opportunity to fully participate in the Charter Day celebrations.
- It emphasizes the importance of commemorating the city’s charter through appropriate ceremonies.
Legal Authority and Issuance
- The proclamation is issued by Salvador C. Medialdea, Executive Secretary of the Philippines.
- The declaration was made by authority of the President, Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
- It underscores the formal and official nature of the special non-working day by affixing the seal of the Republic of the Philippines.
Date and Formalization
- The proclamation was signed and effected on 24 August 2017 in the City of Manila.
- It pertains specifically to the special day set on Wednesday, 30 August 2017, applicable exclusively to Mandaue City.
Legal Implications
- Designating the day as special (non-working) means that it is not a regular holiday but work may be suspended, subject to payment guidelines under labor laws.
- Employers and employees within Mandaue City must observe this proclamation accordingly.
Summary of Effects
- Residents and government employees of Mandaue City are to observe the special day to honor the city's charter milestone.
- The measure encourages communal pride and participation in local historical celebration activities.