Title
Creation of Victoria Municipality in Oriental Mindoro
Law
Executive Order No. 620
Decision Date
Sep 18, 1953
Executive Order No. 620 created the municipality of Victoria in Oriental Mindoro, Philippines, defining its boundaries and establishing the necessary conditions for its existence.

Geographical Boundaries

  • North boundary: Course of the Macatoc River from its mouth at Naujan Lake to Macatoc River Bridge at Kilometer 30.35 on Calapan South National Road, then a straight line 10.7 kilometers west intersecting Magasawang Tubig River.
  • West boundary: Course of the Magasawang Tubig River upstream until it meets the Naujan-Sablayan boundary line.
  • South boundary: Boundaries between Naujan-Sablayan and Naujan-Pola.
  • East boundary: West shoreline of Naujan Lake.
  • Boundaries described using data and maps provided by Acting District Engineer Laurena, scale 1:100,000.

Components and Seat of Government

  • The new municipality includes sitios, now designated as barrios:
    • Borboclon (seat of government)
    • Old Macatoc
    • Babaganan
    • New Macatoc-Townsite
    • Ordovilla
    • San Narciso
    • Malayas
    • Buliran
    • Pakias
    • Gusay
    • Bambang
    • Merrit

Effect on the Municipality of Naujan

  • Naujan retains its usual territory except for the portion incorporated into Victoria.

Conditions for the Municipality's Existence

  • Victoria shall officially come into existence only after:
    • Certification by the Secretary of Finance or the Provincial Treasurer of Oriental Mindoro confirming financial capability to implement the Minimum Wage Law.
    • Appointment and qualification of the municipal officials: mayor, vice-mayor, and a majority of councilors.

Official Execution

  • The executive order was signed in Manila on September 18, 1953.
  • Signed by President Elpidio Quirino and Acting Executive Secretary Marciano Roque.

Legal and Administrative Significance

  • The order follows the authority granted under the Revised Administrative Code.
  • Establishes the procedural and financial prerequisites ensuring municipal viability.
  • Formalizes the change in administrative jurisdiction and governance structure in Oriental Mindoro.

Analyze Cases Smarter, Faster
Jur helps you analyze cases smarter to comprehend faster, building context before diving into full texts. AI-powered analysis, always verify critical details.