Purpose of the Declaration
- The special day is declared to mark the celebration of the Town Fiesta of the Municipality of Santa Catalina.
- Recognizes the cultural and social significance of the Town Fiesta as a community event.
- Aims to provide the residents full opportunity to participate and enjoy the celebrations.
Authority and Legal Basis
- The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, under the authority of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- Utilizes the power vested in the President and the Executive Secretary to declare special (non-working) days in accordance with established protocols.
Effects and Implications
- On this declared special (non-working) day, work is generally suspended for workers within the municipality, subject to relevant labor laws regarding compensation and work conditions on non-working days.
- Local government and private entities within Santa Catalina are expected to observe this special holiday.
Formal Execution
- The proclamation is formally signed and sealed in the City of Manila on 22 March 2024.
- The document serves as official notice and legal basis for the observance of the special (non-working) day in the municipality.
Significance of Non-Working Day Status
- Being a special non-working day, different from a regular holiday, typically implies that employees who do not work on this day are not entitled to a premium pay, except where company policies or collective bargaining agreements provide otherwise.
- Encourages cultural preservation and community participation by legally acknowledging the importance of local festivities through formal declaration.