Purpose and Justification for the Declaration
- The day is set aside to allow the residents of Maragusan to celebrate this important local event with appropriate ceremonies.
- The declaration emphasizes the importance of giving people the opportunity to participate fully in the occasion.
Public Health Considerations
- The proclamation includes provisions that celebrations and gatherings should comply with community quarantine protocols, social distancing rules, and other relevant public health measures due to the ongoing context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Legal Authority and Issuance
- The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, Salvador C. Medialdea, by authority of the President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
- The official signing took place in the City of Manila on November 15, 2021.
- The document bears the seal of the Republic of the Philippines, signifying its authenticity and official status.
Scope and Applicability
- The declaration is geographically limited to the Municipality of Maragusan in the Province of Davao de Oro.
- It designates the day as special and non-working, distinguishing it from regular holidays and highlighting its local significance.
Effects of the Declaration
- As a special non-working day, the labor and employment rules regarding pay and work during special days apply within the Municipality of Maragusan on the said date.
- This allows employees to observe the day off while balancing the operational needs of employers during such special occasions.