Purpose and Significance of the Declaration
- The special day coincides with the celebration of the Araw ng Pasasalamat: HAMAKA Festival.
- This festival is an important cultural and communal event for the residents of Taytay.
- Declaring the day as special (non-working) affords the people the opportunity to fully participate in commemorative activities and ceremonies.
Authority for the Declaration
- The declaration was issued by Salvador C. Medialdea, the Executive Secretary, exercising the authority delegated by the President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
- The executive order is an exercise of presidential prerogative to recognize and designate special non-working days in specific localities for culturally important occasions.
Formalization and Legal Effect
- The proclamation was signed and sealed in the City of Manila on 10 February 2020.
- By official issuance of this proclamation, the day is recognized as a non-working day within the territorial jurisdiction of the Municipality of Taytay.
- This status generally implies that work and business operations are suspended to facilitate public participation in the event.
Scope and Geographic Application
- The special (non-working) day declaration applies exclusively within the Municipality of Taytay.
- It does not affect labor requirements or business operations outside this specified locality.
Implementation and Compliance
- Employers, institutions, and public offices within the municipality are expected to comply with this declaration by adjusting schedules accordingly.
- Workers are entitled to observe the day off without prejudice to their rights as specified under existing labor laws concerning special non-working days.
Cultural and Social Importance
- The proclamation underscores the government's recognition of local traditions and cultural heritage.
- It emphasizes support for community solidarity and local identity through official acknowledgement of meaningful festivities.