Title
Creation of Kauswagan Municipality in Lanao
Law
Executive Order No. 126
Decision Date
Mar 29, 1948
Executive Order No. 126 establishes Kauswagan as an independent municipality, separating it from Iligan, with defined boundaries and a government seat in the barrio of Kauswagan, effective April 25, 1948.

Territorial Boundaries of Kauswagan

  • The boundaries are specifically delineated as follows:
    • Starting at the mouth of the Rupagan River on Iligan Bay, west of Kilometer Post No. 47 at the sitio of Kawit.
    • From there, upstream along the Rupagan River to M.B.M. No. 1.
    • Eastward in a straight line passing through M.B.M. Nos. 2, 3, and 4 until it meets the west bank of the Agus River.
    • Downstream along the Agus River to its junction with the Linamon River.
    • Downstream along the Linamon River to its mouth on Iligan Bay.
  • These boundary lines use official measurement markers (M.B.M.) and natural watercourse references to ensure clarity.

Effect on the Municipality of Iligan

  • The municipality of Iligan will retain its existing territory minus the areas now constituted into the municipality of Kauswagan.
  • This adjustment officially redefines the jurisdictional and administrative boundaries of Iligan.

Effective Date and Authentication

  • The organization of Kauswagan as an independent municipality takes effect on April 25, 1948.
  • The order was signed on March 29, 1948, in Manila, by President Manuel Roxas.
  • The Executive Order was countersigned by Emilio Abello, Chief of the Executive Office.

Legal Authority and Administrative Context

  • The Executive Order was issued under the authority granted by Section 68 of the Revised Administrative Code which governs the creation and organization of municipalities.
  • It reflects a formal administrative reorganization intended to facilitate local governance and improve administrative efficiency in the Province of Lanao.

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