Title
Calamba City as CALABARZON Regional Center
Law
Executive Order No. 246
Decision Date
Oct 28, 2003
Executive Order No. 246 designates Calamba City as the regional center of Region IV-A (CALABARZON) in order to improve coordination and efficiency among agencies operating in the area.

Law Summary

Basis for Selection of Calamba City

  • Calamba City was chosen due to its status as a center of industrial development and urban activities.
  • The Regional Development Council IV-A endorsed this selection.
  • The designation aims to enhance coordination and efficiency among agencies in the region.

Mandate to Develop the Regional Center

  • The Regional Development Council of Region IV-A is directed to immediately undertake the necessary site development for the regional center in Calamba City.

Relocation of National Line Agencies

  • All national line agencies operating in CALABARZON are required to locate their regional offices in Calamba City as soon as possible.
  • These agencies must allocate appropriate budgets and fulfill other requirements for relocation.

Repeal and Modification of Inconsistent Orders

  • Any existing orders, rules, regulations, or issuances inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity

  • The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.

Legal Authority

  • The Executive Order is issued by the President of the Philippines under powers vested by law.
  • Signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Executive Secretary Alberto Romulo on October 28, 2003, in the City of Manila.

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