Barangay Development Investment Plan: Importance & Significance

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What is the primary reason a barangay should prepare a Barangay Development Plan?

To outline the barangay's priority programs and projects

To comply with the budgeting principle that local government budgets shall operationalize approved local development plans

To provide a basis for the programming of funds and budgeting

All of the above (correct)

How is planning linked with budgeting?

The plan sets the priority areas of services and specifies the target outputs and accomplishments, while the budget provides the available resources to carry out the activities required to accomplish the targets. (correct)

The plan and the budget are independent of each other and are not linked.

The budget sets the priority areas of services and specifies the target outputs and accomplishments, while the plan provides the available resources to carry out the activities required to accomplish the targets.

The plan determines the budget, while the budget determines the plan.

Who prepares and approves the Barangay Development Plan?

The Barangay Development Council prepares the Barangay Development Plan, which is then approved by the Congressman.

The Punong Barangay prepares and approves the Barangay Development Plan.

The Sangguniang Barangay prepares and approves the Barangay Development Plan.

The Barangay Development Council prepares the Barangay Development Plan, which is then approved by the Sangguniang Barangay. (correct)

What is the composition of the Barangay Development Council?

The Barangay Development Council is headed by the Punong Barangay and includes members of the Sangguniang Barangay, representatives of non-governmental organizations operating in the barangay (who shall constitute not less than 1/4 of the members of the council), and a representative of the congressman. Signup and view all the answers

When does the barangay prepare the Barangay Development Plan?

The text does not specify when the barangay prepares the Barangay Development Plan. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term of coverage for the Barangay Development Plan?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

Which component is the Barangay Annual Investment Plan a part of?

Medium-term Barangay Development Plan Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a basic service that a barangay should provide its constituents?

Maintenance of multi-purpose hall Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a priority consideration for development projects that a barangay may undertake?

Initiatives in support of Cooperatives Development Program Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what is the purpose of the City/Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator in relation to Barangay Development Plans?

To integrate priority barangay projects into the city development plan Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Importance of Barangay Development Plan

A Barangay Development Plan (BDP) is necessary to operationalize approved local development plans, as mandated by Sec. 305 of R.A. No. 7160.
Without a BDP, there is no basis for programming funds and budgeting.

Linkage between Planning and Budgeting

The plan sets priority areas of services and specifies target outputs and accomplishments.
The budget provides available resources to carry out activities required to accomplish targets.

Preparation and Approval of Barangay Development Plan

The Barangay Development Council prepares the BDP, which is approved by the Sangguniang Barangay.
The Barangay Development Council is headed by the Punong Barangay and composed of members of the Sangguniang Barangay, representatives of non-governmental organizations, and a representative of the congressman.

Composition of Barangay Development Council

The council is headed by the Punong Barangay.
Members include Sangguniang Barangay members, representatives of non-governmental organizations (at least 1/4 of the council), and a congressional representative.

Timing of Barangay Development Plan Preparation

The BDP should be prepared and submitted to the City/Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator before preparing the City/Municipal Development Plan.

Term of Coverage of Barangay Development Plan

The development plan usually covers a five-year period or the medium-term.

Barangay Annual Investment Plan

The barangay Annual Investment Plan is a component of the medium-term Barangay Development Plan.
It contains specific programs, projects, and activities with corresponding project costs and fund flows.

Basic Services and Facilities Provided by the Barangay

Agricultural support services (planting materials, farm produce collection and buying stations)
Health and social welfare services (maintenance of health center and day care center)
Services and facilities related to general hygiene and sanitation, beautification, and solid waste collection
Maintenance of katarungang pambarangay
Maintenance of barangay roads and bridges and water supply systems
Infrastructure facilities (multi-purpose hall, pavement, plaza, sports center, etc.)
Information and reading center
Satellite or public market (where viable)

Development Projects Undertaken by the Barangay

Solid waste management (purchase of equipment, truck, compactors, and land for sanitary landfill)
Purchase of lots for hospitals, health centers, day care centers, and similar facilities
Purchase of lots for resettlement of squatters, including construction of housing units and facilities
Activities in support of Food Security Program, Livestock Dispersal, Fisheries Development, and Fish Culture Farming Programs
Initiatives in support of Cooperatives Development

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Learn about the significance of preparing a Barangay Development Plan (BDP) and its connection with budgeting. Understand how the BDP serves as the basis for programming funds and budgeting in local government units.