Misamis Occidental ranks no. 5 in local revenue growth among Philippine provinces
Misamis Occidental has emerged as
the fifth-highest province in local revenue growth in the Philippines for 2023.
The province achieved an impressive year-on-year growth rate of 66.49% in local
source revenues for the fiscal year 2023.
This remarkable performance was
honored with a prestigious national award from the Bureau of Local Government
Finance (BLGF) during the 37th Anniversary Stakeholders’ Recognition ceremony
in Manila on October 9, 2024, recognizing it as one of the top five provinces
in the country for the highest increase in locally sourced income.
“Through our strong commitment to
effective fiscal management, we have achieved significant growth in our local
revenues, totaling 94.74%,” said Governor Henry S. Oaminal. “I extend my
heartfelt thanks to the hard work and dedication of our provincial environment
officials and employees,” he added.
Under his leadership, Governor
Oaminal proudly received the BLGF award for Outstanding Growth in Local
Revenues, presented by Department of Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto. Ranking
among the top five provinces for year-on-year growth in local income for FY
2023, Misamis Occidental continues to set a benchmark for excellence.
The BLGF Award highlights the
governor's commitment to economic development and innovative strategies for
increasing local revenues. With a continued focus on teamwork, the
administration aims to further enhance the region's financial landscape,
benefiting local communities and promoting sustainable growth.
The top ten provinces recognized
for their local revenue growth include Negros Occidental, Camarines Sur, North
Cotabato, Nueva Vizcaya, Misamis Occidental, Zambales, Palawan, Nueva Ecija,
Sorsogon, and Davao Oriental.
This recognition of nationally
ranked top-performing local government units reinforces the importance of
strengthening local government finance for fiscal years 2022 and 2023, as
outlined in BLGF Memorandum Circular 017-202, dated August 19. (SN/PGMO)
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