The search for effective local governance models in the province of Iloilo resulted in the increase of people participation and enhanced the government’s responsiveness in transforming its local government unit as active partners in achieving its development goals through a more responsive and resourceful local government structure.
The Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO) were therefore honored when it was tasked by the Governor of the Province of Iloilo to spearhead in the preparation of a compilation on Best Practices in Local Governance. It was agreed that the focus, as patterned to the Kaban Galing 2001 edition, would be on innovation and exemplary local government practices in Iloilo Province.
A participatory approach involving consultations at the provincial level was put in place. This became the foundation for the selection of reform oriented programs and projects that showcased exemplary practices in local governance.
A team of experts assisted in the design and validation of the projects where in a standardized format was agreed upon for compiling the necessary information. The result is this manual: a compilation of programs managed by new breed of reform-minded leaders that shares the vision of excellence in local governance. The programs and projects have been tested and adopted by the provincial government of Iloilo.
Nine programs and projects are included in the manual.
Some elements of the presented programs and projects in this manual are in fact customary practices that highlighted the value of a resource to people’s livelihoods or local communities. Many of the innovations added significance to the programs and projects where in the readers can adapt, share and promote these exemplary practices in local governance.
Program and brochure for the Inauguration of the Provincial Officials of Iloilo sponsored by the Iloilo Provincial Government Employees Association (established 1971) under the Governor Conrado J. Norada, held in January 4, 1972. This includes a brief profile of the Provincial Executives of Iloilo 1972-1975.
This publication includes activities and accomplishments of the Iloilo Provincial Government in the years 2011-2012, with photos of officials at the time.
Magazine and program for the 1985 Semana sang Iloilo and Kaadlawan sang Iloilo celebrating the founding of the Province of Iloilo. The theme of the 1985 celebration is, "The Ilongo Heritage: An enduring pillar of growth."
This brochure includes basic information about Iloilo Province and its municipalities as of 2015, such as population, land area, number of barangays, crop production, water supply, health status and facilities, and education.
This Citizen’s Charter embodies the functions and services of every department and offices in the Iloilo provincial government. This shall serve as our guide in making sure that we act fast and respond right to all business and non-business transactions in our offices including our provincial hospital and district hospitals.
Let this document also serve as guide for our constituents when they transact or avail of the services of the provincial government. We trust that this Citizen’s Charter could empower our people as it can enhance not only transparency and accountability in government services but also foster good relations between our citizen and the provincial government employees as they cooperate in the facilitation of needed documents or services.
The Iloilo Provincial Profile is a yearly publication published by the Provincial Planning and Development Office. This document contains updated data and information gathered from different line agencies and various provincial government offices. This publication will guide development planners, policy makers, researchers, and potential investors on the present socio-economic situation of the province as well as potential investment opportunities.
The immediate data references contain herein are in the form of tables, charts and maps. The data presented are based on the latest available records reported by concerned government agencies and other private institutions. This material includes data from DepEd, PSA, DOT, DTI, LTO, MIWD, DPWH, CHED, TESDA, MARINA, NTC, NIA, ATO and PPA.
The COST OF DOING BUSINESS is Iloilo Provincial Government’s initiative that provides pertinent information to investors, researchers, and development planners on business opportunities and investment requirements of different trade and business sectors in the Province
This material features rates of utilities, such as water, power and communication rates, minimum wage rates, government regulations and licenses, taxes on businesses, transportation and freight rates, directories of hotels or pension houses, and financial institutions.
With this publication, we hope that investors and development planners as well as other interested individuals and groups will be able to come up with appropriate investment approaches and development strategies for their respective undertakings and as a whole for a sustainable economic growth of the Province of Iloilo.
