Legal Basis and Authority
- The creation is pursuant to Section 28 of the Revised Administrative Code.
- The action follows recommendations by the Secretary of the Interior.
- Conforms with the provisions of Executive Order No. 19 dated October 11, 1946, and Section 38 of the Revised Administrative Code that initially established the 25 municipalities in Oriental Negros.
Territorial Composition and Jurisdiction
- Santa Catalina consists exclusively of the six barrios taken from Tolong: Tolong Viejo, Amio, Nagbalaye, Manalongon, Maloconan, and Maninijon.
- The remaining territory of Tolong Municipality excludes these barrios.
Effective Date and Formalization
- The organization of Santa Catalina as an independent municipality takes effect on January 1, 1948.
- The order was signed and promulgated in Manila on December 17, 1947.
Authority and Signatories
- Signed by President Manuel Roxas, confirming the creation of Santa Catalina.
- Certified and endorsed by N. Roxas, Acting Chief of the Executive Office.
Key Legal Concepts and Implications
- Segregation and creation of a new local government unit for administrative efficiency and governance.
- Change in political subdivision boundaries within the Province of Oriental Negros.
- Establishment of administrative seat facilitates local governance and service delivery.
- Incorporation of legal procedures under the Revised Administrative Code for municipal organization.