Guidelines on Implementation of LGSF-Assistance to Cities in the FY 2018 GAA, RA No. 10964

January 29, 2018

DBM LOCAL BUDGET CIRCULAR NO. 116-18

1.0 BACKGROUND

An amount of Two Billion Five Hundred Eighty Nine Million Eight Hundred Thousand Pesos (P2,589,800,000.00) was appropriated for the LGSF-Assistance to Cities in the FY 2018 GAA, RA No. 10964. The said amount shall be used to support the cities in the development of their respective open spaces. SICDAa

2.0 PURPOSE

This Circular is being issued to prescribe the guidelines on the implementation of the LGSF-Assistance to Cities under the FY 2018 GAA, RA No. 10964, consistent with Special Provision No. 4 of the LGSF in the FY 2018 GAA, RA No. 10964, which provides that the implementation of the LGSF-Assistance to Cities shall be subject to the guidelines to be issued for the purpose.

3.0 GENERAL GUIDELINES

3.1 The amount of Two Billion Five Hundred Eighty Nine Million Eight Hundred Thousand Pesos (P2,589,800,000.00) appropriated under the LGSF-Assistance to Cities in the FY 2018 GAA, RA No. 10964 shall be used to support the cities in implementing the following projects:

3.1.1 Enrichment of open space creating sustainable and livable urban environment through turfing, landscaping, and green space architecture;

3.1.2 Establishment of forest parks, arboretum and botanical gardens;

3.1.3 Transformation of streetscape, such as installation of eco-friendly street furniture and fixtures, and shading;

3.1.4 Augmentation of connectivity and accessibility, such as construction of eco-friendly bike lanes and walkways; and

3.1.5 Green infrastructure enhancements, such as tree planting, construction of bioswales and pervious surfaces.

3.2 The allocation for each city, as indicated in Annex A hereof, were computed based on their respective population counts and land area measurements.

3.3 Taking into consideration their respective allocation ceilings, the cities concerned shall submit the following documents to the DBM Central Office not later than February 28, 2018:

a. Expression of Interest addressed to the DBM Secretary and signed by the local chief executive (template provided under Annex B); and

b. Conceptual design of the proposed project/s (template provided in Annex C).

3.4 In the identification of the project(s) to be implemented and determination of the corresponding costing requirements, the following guidelines shall be strictly observed by the cities:

3.4.1 The proposed project(s) are included in the duly approved Local Development Investment Program and Annual Investment Program of the city.

3.4.2 The proposed project(s) should be located in a suitable area, that is, (i) open space; (ii) public land; and (iii) land that is accessible and free to the public.

3.4.3 The location, area or site of the project(s) is not included in the critical geo-hazard areas or no build zones identified and/or certified by the Mines and Geo-sciences Bureau hazard map.

3.4.4 The city has the capability to implement the proposed project(s) either by administration or contract.

3.4.5 Construction costs shall cover hardscape, softscape and utilities components of the open space, and shall exclude maintenance costs, such as, but not limited to, electricity and water bills.

3.4.6 The cities concerned shall commit to fund the cost of maintenance and repairs of the proposed project(s).

3.5 The DBM shall conduct a series of workshops to inform the city officials concerned of the best practices, public open space designs, and other policies/procedures, documentary requirements, and timelines for the release of the Fund.

4.0 FINAL SUBMISSION AND APPROVAL OF PROJECT PROPOSALS, AND RELEASE OF THE FUND

A separate circular shall be issued by the DBM to prescribe the guidelines and procedures on the final submission and approval of project proposals, and release of the fund to the cities concerned.

5.0 DISSEMINATION OF THIS CIRCULAR

The DBM Regional Offices shall disseminate a copy of this Circular to all the cities within their respective regional jurisdictions.

6.0 ISSUES FOR RESOLUTION

Interpretation of the provisions of this Circular, including cases not covered therein, shall be referred to the DBM for resolution. DHIcET

7.0 EFFECTIVITY

This Circular shall take effect immediately.

(SGD.) BENJAMIN E. DIOKNO

Secretary

ANNEX A

Allocation of Cities under the LGSF-Assistance to Cities in theFY 2018 GAA, RA No. 10964

 

City	Amount
NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION (NCR)
Caloocan	52,003,573
Malabon	12,094,305
Manila	57,195,535
Pasay	13,651,565
Quezon	98,654,880
Las Piñas	19,729,218
Mandaluyong	12,538,956
Makati	19,054,150
Pasig	25,520,342
Muntinlupa	17,290,754
Marikina	14,984,948
Navotas	8,195,148
Parañaque	22,624,453
San Juan	4,065,753
Taguig	26,983,875
Valenzuela	21,201,738
Total, NCR	425,789,193
CORDILLERA ADMINISTRATIVE REGION (CAR)
PROVINCE: Benguet
Baguio	12,839,113
PROVINCE: Kalinga
Tabuk	26,674,567
Total, CAR	39,513,680
REGION I
PROVINCE: Ilocos Norte
Batac	7,077,382
Laoag	6,889,986
PROVINCE: Ilocos Sur
Candon	5,337,150
Vigan	2,535,985
PROVINCE: La Union
San Fernando	7,256,189
PROVINCE: Pangasinan
Alaminos	8,275,944
Dagupan	6,655,280
San Carlos	11,564,311
Urdaneta	7,527,160
Total, REGION I	63,119,387
REGION II
PROVINCE: Cagayan
Tuguegarao	9,652,077
PROVINCE: Isabela
Santiago	44,704,038
Cauayan	15,232,757
Ilagan	43,200,634
Total, REGION II	112,789,506
REGION: III
PROVINCE: Bataan
Balanga	6,735,604
PROVINCE: Bulacan
Malolos	10,207,285
Meycauayan	7,682,859
San Jose del Monte	21,670,666
PROVINCE: Nueva Ecija
Cabanatuan	18,926,350
Gapan	8,934,048
Muñoz	7,975,458
Palayan	4,654,870
San Jose	10,579,199
PROVINCE: Pampanga
Angeles	15,028,837
San Fernando	11,951,950
Mabalacat	10,694,030
PROVINCE: Tarlac
Tarlac	19,933,563
PROVINCE: Zambales
Olongapo	13,500,878
Total, REGION III	168,475,597
REGION IV-A
PROVINCE: Batangas
Batangas	19,808,624
Lipa	17,454,089
Tanauan	9,035,581
PROVINCE: Cavite
Cavite	3,615,732
Dasmariñas	23,850,420
Tagaytay	4,404,799
Trece Martires	6,224,509
Imus	18,466,156
Bacoor	19,745,787
Gen. Trias	12,647,991
PROVINCE: Laguna
Biñan	11,984,839
Calamba	19,338,352
Cabuyao	11,209,292
San Pablo	14,962,326
Santa Rosa	12,993,290
San Pedro	10,115,227
PROVINCE: Quezon
Lucena	11,084,952
Tayabas	10,801,597
PROVINCE: Rizal
Antipolo	34,713,264
Total, REGION IV-A	272,456,827
REGION IV-B (MIMAROPA)
PROVINCE: Oriental Mindoro
Calapan	12,514,172
PROVINCE: Palawan
Puerto Princesa	86,865,534
Total, REGION IV-B (MIMAROPA)	99,379,706
REGION V
PROVINCE: Albay
Legaspi	11,312,522
Ligao	11,692,365
Tabaco	8,115,099
PROVINCE: Camarines Sur
Iriga	8,083,689
Naga	9,001,915
PROVINCE: Masbate
Masbate	9,241,384
PROVINCE: Sorsogon
Sorsogon	14,459,650
Total, REGION V	71,906,624
REGION VI
PROVINCE: Capiz
Roxas	8,434,039
PROVINCE: Iloilo
Iloilo	16,509,699
Passi	10,868,867
PROVINCE: Negros Occidental
Bacolod	23,174,650
Bago	18,689,750
Cadiz	22,257,210
Escalante	9,357,125
Himamaylan	15,529,627
Kabankalan	28,837,452
La Carlota	6,584,314
San Carlos	19,136,788
Silay	11,126,944
Sipalay	14,785,590
Sagay	15,562,343
Talisay	9,893,622
Victorias	7,215,798
Total, REGION VI	237,963,818
REGION VII
PROVINCE: Bohol
Tagbilaran	4,534,247
PROVINCE: Cebu
Bogo	5,899,139
Carcar	7,653,413
Cebu	39,638,023
Danao	7,871,921
Lapu-Lapu	14,845,508
Mandaue	12,316,753
Naga	7,039,416
Talisay	8,527,738
Toledo	12,550,349
PROVINCE: Negros Oriental
Bais	12,992,566
Bayawan	26,865,678
Canlaon	7,382,065
Dumaguete	5,272,570
Guihulngan	15,896,217
Tanjay	11,684,479
Total, REGION VII	200,970,082
REGION VIII
PROVINCE: Eastern Samar
Borongan	17,911,913
PROVINCE: Leyte
Baybay	18,664,615
Ormoc	27,112,856
Tacloban	14,340,676
PROVINCE: Western Samar
Calbayog	34,965,111
Catbalogan	12,363,216
PROVINCE: Southern Leyte
Maasin	9,714,702
Total, REGION VIII	135,073,089
REGION IX
PROVINCE: Basilan
Isabela	10,974,623
Lamitan	10,787,666
PROVINCE: Zamboanga del Norte
Dapitan	15,532,307
Dipolog	12,119,441
PROVINCE: Zamboanga del Sur
Pagadian	18,837,671
Zamboanga	74,101,118
Total, REGION IX	142,352,826
REGION X
PROVINCE: Bukidnon
Malaybalay	37,599,749
Valencia	25,544,427
PROVINCE: Lanao del Norte
Iligan	37,763,266
PROVINCE: Misamis Occidental
Oroquieta	10,111,917
Ozamis	10,114,621
Tangub	7,381,602
PROVINCE: Misamis Oriental
Cagayan de Oro	35,063,595
El Salvador	4,472,830
Gingoog	22,756,520
Total, REGION X	190,808,527
REGION XI
PROVINCE: Davao del Norte
Island Garden City of Samal	13,267,010
Panabo	14,158,508
Tagum	14,694,337
PROVINCE: Davao del Sur
Davao	132,567,468
Digos	14,863,932
PROVINCE: Davao Oriental
Mati	25,944,481
Total, REGION XI	215,495,736
REGION XII
PROVINCE: Lanao del Sur
Marawi	9,286,588
PROVINCE: North Cotabato
Kidapawan	16,300,979
Cotabato	15,305,585
PROVINCE: South Cotabato
Gen. Santos	35,131,905
Koronadal	14,705,437
PROVINCE: Sultan Kudarat
Tacurong	8,189,165
Total, REGION XII	98,919,659
REGION XIII
PROVINCE: Agusan del Norte
Butuan	37,694,906
Cabadbaran	12,623,356
PROVINCE: Agusan del Sur
Bayugan	26,059,107
PROVINCE: Surigao del Norte
Surigao	12,997,697
PROVINCE: Surigao del Sur
Bislig	13,972,639
Tandag	11,438,038
TOTAL, REGION XIII	114,785,743
GRAND TOTAL	2,589,800,000

ANNEX B

CITY GOVERNMENT OF __________

Date: __________

SECRETARY BENJAMIN E. DIOKNODepartment of Budget and Management (DBM)

Dear Secretary Diokno:

In accordance with Local Budget Circular (LBC) No. _____ dated _______________, we are expressing our interest to avail of the allocation for our City under the Local Government Support Fund (LGSF)-Assistance to Cities in the FY 2018 General Appropriations Act, Republic Act No. 10964 for the implementation of the following proposed projects:

1. _______________

2. ________________

3. ________________

 (The number of projects to be implemented shall take into consideration the allocation ceiling for the city.)

Attached for consideration is/are the conceptual design(s) and/or narrative description for the proposed project(s) containing the required information and details prescribed under LBC No. _______.

Rest assured that the City Government of ______________ commits to fully comply with the policies, procedures, documentary requirements, and timelines to be prescribed by the DBM for the proper implementation of the LGSF-Assistance to Cities.

Thank you.

Very truly yours,

NAME OF LOCAL CHIEF EXECUTIVECity Mayor

ANNEX C

Conceptual Design