Bulaong Extension, General Santos City
A LOCAL GOVERNMENT RESEARCH
MUNICIPALITY OF ALABEL
SARANGANI PROVINCE
IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SUBJECT
PUBLIC FINANCE
SUBMITTED TO:
MRS. NAOMI BAITUS-BRAGA, MBA
SUBMITTED BY:
CABASA,IVY
CORNELIO, JIA JANE
DELGADO,GERALD
MINAS, JIMA
LANARIA, RUTHCHELLE
CABAYLES, MA. FE
JAYOMA, JESHEABETH
MADERA, ANNA MAE
SENILLO, REGINE
GEMPESAW, SIRVANDO
OCTOBER 2012
ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
The researchers of this study would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude who in one way or another lend their help for the accomplishment if this study.
First, to Our Almighty God for giving us the protection as we went to Alabel to collect some data for our study, the strength and knowledge for the accomplishment of this study, and lastly, for the determination and patience as we work together to finish this study. We can do nothing without Him.
To our parents for the moral and financial support.
To the Mayor of Municipality of Alabel, Honorable Mayor Sunga Grafilo as well as the municipal officials for entertaining and treating us well although you have much work to do, and for giving us information to this study.
To our ever supportive instructress, Mrs. Naomi Baitus-Braga for the guidance and support as we conducted this study.
Researchers
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MUNICIPALITY BACKGROUND Mission: “Alabel will accelerate socio-economic development through:” * Empowerment of communities * Viable investments * Provision of basic services Vision: “A progressive center of administration, trade and industry of Sarangani Province with peaceful communities, well-managed resources and ecologically sound environment through God-centered governance.” Geographic Location:
Alabel is the capital town of Sarangani Province. The Municipality lies between latitudes 6ᵒ 2.5’ and 6ᵒ 17.5’ North, and between