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Local government encompasses provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays, which are referred to as local government ______ (LGUs).
Local government encompasses provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays, which are referred to as local government ______ (LGUs).
units
The LGUs are given a portion of the national budget but are also authorized to identify sources of ______ through local taxes and other sources of income.
The LGUs are given a portion of the national budget but are also authorized to identify sources of ______ through local taxes and other sources of income.
revenue
Article X of the 1987 Constitution and the Local Government Code of ______ are the primary bases for the organization and administration of local government units in the Philippines.
Article X of the 1987 Constitution and the Local Government Code of ______ are the primary bases for the organization and administration of local government units in the Philippines.
1991
The LGUs are subject to supervision by the President, through the Department of Interior and Local ______ (DILG).
The LGUs are subject to supervision by the President, through the Department of Interior and Local ______ (DILG).
The ______ is the basic unit of local government in the Philippines, directly relating to the concerns of citizens and communities.
The ______ is the basic unit of local government in the Philippines, directly relating to the concerns of citizens and communities.
The barangay government serves as the executive, legislative, and ______ body of the barangay.
The barangay government serves as the executive, legislative, and ______ body of the barangay.
The Sangguniang ______ is the legislative council of the barangay that undertakes the formulation and passage of ordinances and budget plans.
The Sangguniang ______ is the legislative council of the barangay that undertakes the formulation and passage of ordinances and budget plans.
The Lupong ______ or Lupon serves as the dispute settlement and conciliation body of the barangay.
The Lupong ______ or Lupon serves as the dispute settlement and conciliation body of the barangay.
The Sangguniang ______ is the youth council of the barangay that conducts programs aimed at promoting the welfare of the youth.
The Sangguniang ______ is the youth council of the barangay that conducts programs aimed at promoting the welfare of the youth.
Also referred to as the bayan, a ______ is defined as a collection of barangays organized based on criteria such as population and income.
Also referred to as the bayan, a ______ is defined as a collection of barangays organized based on criteria such as population and income.
The chief executive of the municipal government is the municipal ______, primarily in charge of the implementation of government policies and programs.
The chief executive of the municipal government is the municipal ______, primarily in charge of the implementation of government policies and programs.
The municipal vice-mayor serves as the presiding officer of the legislative body of the municipal government, known as the Sangguniang ______.
The municipal vice-mayor serves as the presiding officer of the legislative body of the municipal government, known as the Sangguniang ______.
A city is similar to a municipality, but is distinguished by a higher rate of economic growth and a larger ______ and territory.
A city is similar to a municipality, but is distinguished by a higher rate of economic growth and a larger ______ and territory.
A municipality that develops and attains the characteristics of a city may be reclassified as a city by the national ______.
A municipality that develops and attains the characteristics of a city may be reclassified as a city by the national ______.
A city may be categorized as a Component City (CC), an Independent Component City (ICC), or as a Highly ______ City (HUC).
A city may be categorized as a Component City (CC), an Independent Component City (ICC), or as a Highly ______ City (HUC).
The city mayor does not prepare the budget for the different departments of the city government; instead, the heads of its different departments individually provide their proposed ______.
The city mayor does not prepare the budget for the different departments of the city government; instead, the heads of its different departments individually provide their proposed ______.
The city government is composed of the city mayor as chief, the Sangguniang Panlungsod and other officials who perform tasks to help in ensuring effective ______.
The city government is composed of the city mayor as chief, the Sangguniang Panlungsod and other officials who perform tasks to help in ensuring effective ______.
A ______ is a local government unit that is comprised of municipalities and cities.
A ______ is a local government unit that is comprised of municipalities and cities.
The chief executive of the province is the ______, and is assisted by the vice-governor.
The chief executive of the province is the ______, and is assisted by the vice-governor.
The ______ also directs the formulation of provincial development plans and implements them.
The ______ also directs the formulation of provincial development plans and implements them.
The vice-______ is the presiding officer of the provincial legislative body or the Sangguniang Panlalawigan.
The vice-______ is the presiding officer of the provincial legislative body or the Sangguniang Panlalawigan.
Local government is organized in accordance with the concept of ______, where local sectors of government are given powers by the national government to manage local affairs.
Local government is organized in accordance with the concept of ______, where local sectors of government are given powers by the national government to manage local affairs.
The Local Government Code of 1991 outlines the means by which a local government unit is identified and organized, as well as provisions for law enforcement, ______, fiscal management, and coordination with the national government.
The Local Government Code of 1991 outlines the means by which a local government unit is identified and organized, as well as provisions for law enforcement, ______, fiscal management, and coordination with the national government.
In order for an area to be identified as a barangay, it must have at least 2,000 inhabitants. For highly ______ areas, such as Metro Manila, a barangay must have at least 5,000 inhabitants.
In order for an area to be identified as a barangay, it must have at least 2,000 inhabitants. For highly ______ areas, such as Metro Manila, a barangay must have at least 5,000 inhabitants.
Aside from enforcing laws and ordinances and maintaining peace and order, the Punong Barangay is also responsible for supervising the planning of the barangay's annual and additional ______.
Aside from enforcing laws and ordinances and maintaining peace and order, the Punong Barangay is also responsible for supervising the planning of the barangay's annual and additional ______.
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Decentralization
Decentralization
Local sectors of government given powers by the national government to manage local affairs.
Local Government Units (LGUs)
Local Government Units (LGUs)
Provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays are examples of these.
Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)
Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)
Oversees LGUs and assists in governance, law enforcement, and disaster recovery.
Barangay
Barangay
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Punong Barangay
Punong Barangay
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Sangguniang Barangay
Sangguniang Barangay
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Lupong Tagapamayapa (Lupon)
Lupong Tagapamayapa (Lupon)
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Sangguniang Kabataan
Sangguniang Kabataan
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Municipality
Municipality
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Municipal Mayor
Municipal Mayor
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Sangguniang Bayan
Sangguniang Bayan
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City
City
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Component City (CC)
Component City (CC)
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Independent Component City (ICC)
Independent Component City (ICC)
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Highly Urbanized City (HUC)
Highly Urbanized City (HUC)
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Province
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Governor
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Sangguniang Panlalawigan
Sangguniang Panlalawigan
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Study Notes
- Local government includes provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays, collectively known as local government units (LGUs).
- Local government operates under decentralization, granting local sectors authority and resources to manage local affairs.
- LGUs get a portion of the national budget and can generate revenue through local taxes and other income sources.
- Local councils act as the legislative bodies for LGUs, but their laws must comply with national laws.
- Article X of the 1987 Constitution and the Local Government Code of 1991 are the primary legal foundations for LGUs.
- The Local Government Code of 1991 details the identification, organization, law enforcement, taxation, fiscal management, and national coordination of LGUs.
- The President supervises LGUs through the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG).
- The DILG assists LGUs in governance and disaster recovery.
Barangay Government
- The barangay is the basic local government unit in the Philippines.
- It directly links governance to citizen concerns, implements government programs, and influences citizens' lives.
- It is a forum for citizens to voice opinions to public officials.
- A barangay requires at least 2,000 inhabitants, or 5,000 in highly urbanized areas.
- The Punong Barangay (Barangay Captain) is the chief executive, enforcing laws, maintaining peace, managing the budget, and leading meetings.
- Other barangay officials includes the barangay secretary and barangay treasurer.
- The Sangguniang Barangay, composed of seven members, is the legislative council that formulates ordinances and budgets, promotes cooperatives, organizes literacy programs and authorizes contracts.
- The Lupong Tagapamayapa (Lupon) with 10-20 members led by the Punong Barangay, resolves disputes, addresses legal issues, and refers unresolved cases to courts.
- The Sangguniang Kabataan promotes youth welfare with a chairman, secretary, treasurer, and seven council members.
Municipal Government
- A municipality (bayan) is a collection of barangays that meets the following criteria:
- Average annual income of P2,500,000 for at least two years.
- Population of at least 25,000.
- Territory with adjacent lands of at least 50 square kilometers.
- The municipal mayor implements policies, promulgates laws, appoints officials, plans the budget, and visits barangays every six months.
- The municipal vice-mayor replaces the mayor if needed and presides over the Sangguniang Bayan.
- The Sangguniang Bayan formulates ordinances, approves budgets, and imposes fines; it evaluates barangay ordinances for consistency.
- Other officials include the municipal treasurer, budget officer, and engineer/building official.
City Government
- A city, like a municipality, is made of barangays but has higher economic growth, population, and territory which includes the following:
- An average annual income of P20,000,000 for at least two years.
- A territory with adjacent lands of at least 100 square kilometers.
- A population of at least 150,000.
- Cities can be Component Cities (part of a province), Independent Component Cities (administratively independent), or Highly Urbanized Cities (large population/income).
- The city mayor has similar functions to the municipal mayor, except department heads propose individual budgets.
- The vice-mayor presides over the Sangguniang Panlungsod.
- The Sangguniang Panlungsod is the city's legislative body, including councilors and youth/sector representatives.
Provincial Government
- A province includes municipalities and cities, meeting the following criteria:
- An average annual income of P 20,000,000.
- A territory with adjacent lands of at least 2,000 square kilometers.
- A population of at least 250,000.
- The governor monitors component cities/municipalities, ensures law implementation, and provides public services.
- The governor directs the formulation and implementation of provincial development plans.
- The vice-governor presides over the Sangguniang Panlalawigan.
- Provincial officials include the treasurer, health officer, and planning/development coordinator.
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