DILG, DBM orient LGUs on Local Budget Circular 161
BUTUAN CITY --- To support local governments in implementing development projects, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Caraga, in partnership with the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Caraga, recently held the online orientation on Local Budget Circular (LBC) No. 161, to the local government units in the region.
The activity aimed to strengthen the capacity of LGU officials from all levels across Caraga region to strengthen their capacity for high-impact local development implementation.
The discussion focused on the guidelines for the release and use of the Local Government Support Fund – Financial Assistance to Local Government Units (LGSF-FALGU) under the FY 2025 General Appropriations Act (RA 12116).
The orientation detailed the requirements and processes under LBC 161, particularly on the proper allocation, documentation, and implementation of FALGU-funded projects such as farm-to-market roads, water systems, multipurpose buildings, and other infrastructure and non-infrastructure initiatives.
Assistant Regional Director Donald A. Seronay highlighted the role of inclusive and disaster-resilient infrastructure in advancing service delivery and uplifting communities.
DBM Caraga’s resource person, Catherine B. Pacturan, walked participants through the online registration process, including step-by-step instructions on submitting fund requests for FALGU 2025 implementation.
The session ended with discussions and an open forum to align LGU efforts for effective implementation.
This initiative reinforced LGU readiness for accountable and impact-driven development in Caraga. (DILG Caraga/PIA Caraga)