Citizens Charter Budget

OUR OFFICE

The Office of the Municipal Budget is responsible for the delivery of basic services relative to the Local Budget Administration including budget processes and polices, directions and priorities governing effective fiscal discipline, proper allocation and mobilization of available resources and effective Management of Public Expenditure.

MANDATE

1. The Municipal Budget Office is mandated to promote sound efficient, effective management and utilization of LGU resources for the achievement of socio-economic, political development goals of the LGU.

2. Review and consolidate budget proposals of different departments and offices of the Local Government Unit
3. Assist the Local Chief Executive in the preparation of the Annual and Supplemental Budget
4. Study and evaluate budgetary implications of proposed legislation and submit comments and recommendations thereon.
5. Act as the member of the Local Finance Committee

VISION

An implementer of an effective & efficient budget and management system that enhance transparency and accountability and promote public participation in Local Governance.

MISSION

The Municipal Budget Office shall lead public expenditure management to ensure the equitable, prudent, transparent and accountable allocation and use of public funds, to improve the quality of life of every San Nicolanian.

DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

The budget officer shall take charge of the budget office and shall:

1. Prepare forms, orders, and circulars embodying instructions on budgetary and appropriation matters for the signature of the mayor, as the case may be;
2. Review and consolidate the budget proposals of different departments and offices of the local government unit;
3. Assist the mayor, in the preparation of the budget and during budget hearings;
4. Study and evaluate budgetary implications of proposed legislation and submit comments and recommendations thereon;
5. Submit periodic reports to relevant government agencies;
6. Coordinate with the treasurer, accountant, and the planning and development coordinator for the purpose of budgeting;
7. Assist the sanggunian concerned in reviewing the approved budgets of component barangays;
8. Coordinate with the planning and development coordinator in the formulation of the local government unit development plan; and
9. Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.