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Overview of Local Governments in the Philippines(1998). Cabo, Wilhelmina L.,. This article, which is part of a book entitled "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)" discusses the organization, structure, powers and functions of local governments in the context of the 1991 Local Government Code.
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The Philippine Local Government System: History, Politics and Finance(1998). Ocampo, Romeo B.,. This article, which is a part of the book entitled "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)" traces the changes in the Philippine local government system from the Spanish period, the American regime, Independent Republic up to the Marcos presidency.
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Decentralization and Local Autonomy: A Framework for Assessing Progress(1998). Ocampo, Romeo B.,. This article, which is part of the book entitled "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)", provides a matrix matching the basic elements of responsibility, authority, and ability with the domains of goals, functions and resources. The matrix reflects situations in local g...
History and Evolution of Philippine Local Government and Administration(1998). Tapales. Proserpina D.,. Aside from the discussion of the evolution of local governments in the Philippines, this article in the book "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1" also expounds on new developments in local government brought about by the passage of the 1991 Local Government Code.
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Governance in Local Communities: Towards Development and Democracy(1998). Cariño, Ledivina V.,. This article foresees that local governance will continually uphold the goals of democracy and development. It expounds on three impending schemes: 1) local chief executives will transform into area managers; 2) emergence of regional government and even possibly federalism; and 3) creation of metrop...
The Evolution of Local Government in the Philippines(1998). Panganiban, Elena M.,. de Guzman, Raul,. Reforma, Mila,. This article in the book "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)" discusses the features of local governments under various historical periods: pre-Spanish, Spanish, Revolutionary, American, Commonwealth, Third Republic, Martial Law, Post Martial Law and the New Republic....
Decentralization Towards Democratization and Development in the Asian Pacific Region(1998). de Guzman, Raul,. The authors illustrate how decentralization leads to increased local power. They assert that decentralization leads to "democratizing the political system and accelerating the attainment of sustainable development". The paper also presents comparative examples from Asia and the Pacific. This is part...
The Work of Local Authorities in Economic Promotion Under the Local Government Code of 1991(1998). Tapales. Proserpina D.,. Legaspi, Perla,. This article in the book "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)" discusses the economic role of local governments. The local authorities have the power and opportunity to involve and harness the strengths and resources of cooperatives. They can provide incentives for bus...
Government Policies on and Institutions for Economic Promotion(1998). Cabo, Wilhelmina L.,. Auxilian, Edgar Tomas Q,. This article in the book "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)" discusses the national government policy guidelines for economic promotion. It identifies the various laws that govern the establishment and operation of local business enterprises. Emphasis is also given t...
Local Governance and the New Community: Economic Development as a Function(1998). Panganiban, Elena M.,. This article to be found in the book "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)" shows how forces of change have combined and influenced the rethinking of the scope and role of local governments in the overall economic development. It also discusses the fiscal roles of local...
The Nature and State of Local Government(1998). Tapales. Proserpina D.,. This article, which is a past of the book "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)", expounds on the nature of local governments as territorial and political subdivisions and as legal authorities providing services. In addition, it gives the salient features and distinctio...
Revitalizing the Local Civil Service(1998). Padilla, Perfecto L.,. This article in the book "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1") expounds on the practices and issues in local government personnel management. Various policy reforms and management interventions are also recommended by the author to revitalize the local civil service.
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Managing Change in Local Government: Issues and Concerns in Organizational Development(1998). Padilla, Perfecto L.,. Tapales. Proserpina D.,. Joaquin, Ma. Ernita T.,. This article, which is a part of the book entitled "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)" focuses on the internal organization of local governments. It looks into the organizational implications brought about by devolution.
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Human Resources Development and Management in Local Governments(1998). Padilla, Perfecto L.,. Tapales. Proserpina D.,. Joaquin, Ma. Ernita T.,. The article examines the issues and challenges affecting the local personnel administration system brought about by the 1991 Local Government Code.
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Local Government Reorganization for Greater Administrative Efficiency(1998). Padilla, Perfecto L.,. This article, which is a part of the book "Local Government in the Philippines: A Book of Readings (Volume 1)" explores several modes of reorganizing local governments in the Philippines to improve their efficiency. The issues attendant to the reorganization of local governments are also examined.
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Land Use Planning(1999). Paralejas, Cynthia,. The article presents the highlights of projects on Land Use Planning as well as issues and challenges that were discussed during the two-day Comprehensive Land Use Planning Conference for LGUs on October 21-22, 1999 at the Bayview Park Hotel, Manila.
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CLRG and DSE Conduct Training of Trainers Nationwide(1999). Paralejas, Cynthia,. It recounts the conduct of the Training of Trainers in Local Government held in Cagayan de Oro, Baguio and Bacolod City. The Training of Trainers is a component of the CLRG project with the German Foundation for International Development.
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Countrywide Implementation of the Local Government Capability Classification Scheme Proposed(1999). Esden, Bootes P.,. Jamig, Celenia L.,. This article discusses the Local Government Capability Classification Scheme (LGCCS) proposed by UP, NCPAG, CLRG for the Bureau of Local Government Development, DILG. Suggestions for institutional mechanisms to implement the classification scheme on a nationwide basis is also proposed.
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Partnership Among Various Sectors in Purifying the Air: Excerpts from the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999(1999). Cordero, Rosa,. Cuachon, Nora,. Certain provisions of RA 8749 or The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 are cited, particularly those cited in the "Declaration of Principles" and those provisions that concern LGUs in the implementation of the act.
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Proposed Amendments to the Local Government Code of 1991(1999). Esden, Bootes P.,. The article cites six (6) bills seeking to amend certain provisions of the Local Government Code. Examples of which are on raising allowances of barangay officials and share in the internal revenue allotment.
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Policy Issues Forum(1999). Esden, Bootes P.,. It explains the issues raised during the Policy Issues Forum on "Novaliches: The Quest for Cityhood". Views and concerns such as on the historical context, sentiments of the locals, plebiscite and transition period are elucidated.
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Capability Building for Local Governance(1999). Paralejas, Cynthia,. It recounts the conduct of the Training of Trainers in Local Government held in Cagayan de Oro, Baguio and Bacolod City. The Training of Trainers is a component of the CLRG project with the German Foundation for International Development.
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Provisions of RA 8749(1999). Cordero, Rosa,. Cuachon, Nora,. Certain provisions of RA 8749 or The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 are cited, particularly those in the "Declaration of Principles" and those provisions that concern LGUs in the implementation of the act.
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Amendments in the Local Government Code(1999). Esden, Bootes P.,. The article cites six (6) bills seeking to amend certain provisions of the Local Government Code. Examples of which are on raising allowances of barangay officials and share in the internal revenue allotment.
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Local Government and Globalization in the Next Millennium(1999). Bunye, Ignacio,. The author shares his insights, experiences and lessons learned as former mayor and then consequently congressman. He further cites some provisions of the Local Government Code and how it enhances local autonomy in Muntinlupa. Various bills affecting local governance pending in Congress are also cit...
Global forces and Local Governments in the Philippines: Challenges and Responses(1999). Brillantes, Alex Jr.,. Having cited the conditions that prompted countries to participate in global exchanges, the author discusses the responses of local governments in the Philippines faced with these challenges. He then discusses the major issues and concerns faced by LGUs under the context of these global changes.
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Issues and Concerns on Novaliches' Quest for Cityhood(1999). Esden, Bootes P.,. It explains the issues raised during the Policy Issues Forum on "Novaliches: The Quest for Cityhood". Views and concerns such as on the historical context, sentiments of the locals, plebiscite and transition period were elucidated.
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Measuring Human Development(2000). Cuachon, Nora,. This article briefly discusses the concept of Human Development and of the variables incorporated in computing the Human Development Index. It also presents the computed Philippine HDI for 1997 across provinces.
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LGU Participation - The Key to Food Security(2000). Collado, Cristino M.,. This article elaborates on devolution issues concerning the agricultural sector. Strategies for LGU partnership are discussed, as expressed in the Food Security Congress in 1999. Program and policy recommendations are also given.
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Kinship and Achievement: Women in Philippine Local Politics(2000). Tapales. Proserpina D.,. The author expounds on the mechanisms of women's participation in politics, including their participation in the "covert" political arena. It has extensive discussions on kinship politics, as the study shows that it is more evident at the local level.
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Primary Health Care Under Devolution: Issues and Opportunities(2000). Bautista, Victoria A.,. It discusses various challenges/issues for PHC (primary health care) under devolution. It further presents average improvements in basic health indicators, comparing pre-devolution and devolution years. Out of these discussions, recommendations on improving the delivery of PHC is given.
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Solving the Problems of Solid Waste Management in Metro Manila through the Barangays(2000). Ocenar, Remigio D.,. Montes, Raphael N. Jr.,. It gives a situationer on solid waste management in Metro Manila as to source and type. It further discusses the role of barangays and presents options on how barangays could be tapped for solid waste management.
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CLRG Conducts Series of Training of Trainers on Coastal Resource Management Planning(2000). Abad, Florencio,. This article presents the Training of Trainers on Coastal Resource Management Planning which the CLRG conducted together with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources under the Fisheries Resource Management Project. It gives a profile of the participants and the evaluation feedback from the par...
Overview of Training Activities and Their Impact on Strengthening Local Government Administration in the Philippines: Report of the Coordinator(2000). Sajo, Tomas A.,. The author, being the DSE-CLRG Coordinator for Local Government Training, discusses the training activities of CLRG under the assistance of the DSE. The Training of Trainers and Local Governance Training focused on Local Economic Promotion, Local Fiscal Administration and Modern Management.
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DSE/CLRG-NCPAG Cooperation: Matching Overseas Assistance with Local Human Resource Needs(2000). Tapales. Proserpina D.,. It recounts the programs, training activities/seminars, participants and publications developed during the ten years of collaboration between the German Foundation for International Development (DSE) and CLRG from 1990 to 2000.
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Decentralization and Corruption : The Bumpy Road to Public Sector Integrity in Developing Countries(2004). Joaquin, Ma. Ernita T.,. The relationship between decentralization and corruption has intrigued experts in recent years. Decentralization proponents do not explicitly identify anti-corruption as a goal, but its potential as a tool is attractive to public sector ethicists if the appropriate connection can be shown. This arti...
Collaborative Public Management: New Strategies for Local Governments(2005). Joaquin, Ma. Ernita T.,. Local and regional administrators will find in Collaborative Public Management a guide to the future of public management. By empirically cataloguing and framing the actions of these cities, the authors have developed distinct models of collaboration, with jurisdiction-based management (JBM) as the ...