Composition of the New Municipality of San Mateo
- The new municipality, named San Mateo, comprises the barrios of Marasat Grande, Marasat PequeÂo, Oscariz, Salinungan, and Sinamar.
- It also includes the sitios of San Miguel, Nambacalan, Puroc ni Bulan, Bantug Petinez, Bantug Silverio, Cabicalan, Tao-tao, Macanuang, Bulusucan, Cadanglaan, Tandul, Gadanan, Baluno, San Mateo, Villa Fuerte, Villa Magat, Curag Sur, Daramuangan Norte, and Daramuangan Sur.
- The seat of government for San Mateo is established in the barrio of Marasat Grande.
Geographical Boundaries of San Mateo
- The boundaries are described in detail referencing specific markers such as M.B.M. No. 1, Kilometer Posts on the National Road, and cadastral surveys.
- The boundary follows straight lines and natural features like the Tao-tao River and the Magat River.
- The boundary description ensures clarity of the territorial limits separating San Mateo from adjacent areas.
Territorial Constitutions of Santiago and San Mateo
- The municipality of Santiago will retain its original territory except for the areas that now constitute San Mateo.
- This ensures the clear delineation of jurisdiction between the two municipalities.
Effective Date and Financial Obligations
- The organization of the municipality of San Mateo takes effect on March 17, 1946.
- San Mateo is required to assume its proportionate share of the municipal indebtedness owed by Santiago to the loan fund under the Agricultural and Industrial Bank.
- This condition ensures fiscal responsibility and fairness in the transfer of assets and liabilities.
Legal Authority and Formalization
- The Executive Order is signed by the President of the Philippines, Sergio Osme1, and the Secretary to the President, Jose S. Reyes.
- The order was issued in Manila on March 7, 1946, during the eleventh year of the Commonwealth of the Philippines.
- This formalizes the legal standing and administrative enforcement of the municipality's creation.