DILG San Miguel, Bohol

📌May 4, 2026

BDP Orientation

The Office of the MPDC, headed by Engr. Isidra Tumale, in partnership with the DILG, headed by MLGOO Lindsey Marie Vismanos, spearheaded the conduct of the BDP Orientation for the updating of the Barangay Development Plans of the 18 barangay of San Miguel, Bohol.

The activity was conducted on May 20, 2026 at the Masanao Hilltop Resort in Garcia, San Miguel, Bohol.

Each barangay was represented by their Punong Barangay, Sangguniang Barangay Member Chairperson of the Appropriation Committee, Barangay Treasurer, Barangay Secretary and Sangguniang Kabataan Chairperson.

The MLGOO discussed the legal bases for the formulation or updating of the BDP and the creation of the Barangay Planning Team, while Engr. Tumale presented the overview BDP and CapDev Agenda formulation process and updating of the barangay database.

The action planning was facilitated by the MLGOO which included agreeing on the schedules and deliverables of each barangay.

As agreed, the planning workshops per barangay will commence on June 2026.

📌May 4, 2026

Liga ng mga Barangay - San Miguel, Bohol Chapter conducts Congress

Lined-up for the week-long Town Fiesta Activities, the LnB conducted a 1-day Liga Congress last May 4, 2026 at the Municipal Gymnasium. Participants to the activity included the Punong Barangays, Sangguniang Barangay Members, SK Chairpersons, Barangay Treasurers, and Barangay Secretaries of the 18 barangays of San Miguel, Bohol.

Mayor Ian Gil Mendez delivered his welcome message during the opening program.

Highlights of the activity included a discussion from OIC City Prosecutor Atty. Adolfo M. Doroy who presented the the salient features of RA 9262 as a refresher to the barangay officials.

Ms. Marilou Tampos Gallarde from Cebu discussed financial literacy and facilitated the conduct of the Biodanza or the "Dance of Life".

Municipal Budget Officer Atty. Hedeliza Carcueva, CPA gave reminders about the budgeting process in the barangay, and provided updates on the management of San Miguel Hospital. She explained the process of enrolling in the YAKAP and availing of the YAKAP GAMOT, of which San Miguel Hospital is one of the accredited GAMOT Package Providers.

Municipal Accountant Nevena Avenido, CPA also reminded the barangay officials of their duties with regard financial management. As chairperson of the Municipal Assessment and Transition Team, she also introduced the conduct of inventory and turnover of Barangay and SK properties, financial records, documents, and money accountabilities.

MLGOO Lindsey Marie Vismanos further discussed the salient points of DILG MC 2026-021 which stipulates the roles and responsibilities of barangay and SK officials in the conduct of inventory and turnover of PFRDs in view of the Barangay and SK Elections on the first Monday of November 2026.

She then reminded the barangay officials about DILG MC 2023-196 or the Revised Guidelines on the Processing of Barangay Officials Death and Burial Assistance (BODBA).

She then presented the latest DILG MC 2026-030 or the Formulation and/or Updating of Barangay Development Plan. The barangay officials were reminded that their current BDPs will expire within the year.

The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) invites all government agencies to join the Online General Orientation on Republic Act No. 11032 or the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018 and Other ARTA Compliance Requirements.

Date: May 6, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Platform: MS Teams and Facebook Live
Participants: Open to all government agencies

This orientation aims to provide a clear and comprehensive overview of the provisions of RA 11032 and guide agencies in effectively complying with its requirements to ensure faster, more efficient, and citizen-centered government services.

Topics to be covered include:

1. Overview of the Republic Act 11032 or the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Law
2. Citizen’s Charter
3. Guidelines on the Implementation of the Client Satisfaction Measurement
4. Committee on Anti-Red Tape
5. Guidelines on the Implementation of Three (3) Signatories Rule
6. Zero Backlog Program
7. Submission of Annual Regulatory Plan
8. electronic Business One Stop Shop (eBOSS) for cities and municipalities
9. Streamlining the Permitting Process for the Construction of Telecommunications and Internet Infrastructure.

Interested government office may register their 5-10 of representatives through the link below: https://bit.ly/EODB-Orientation2026

Let us continue working together towards a more streamlined, transparent, and accountable public service.

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The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) issues Memorandum Circular No. 2026-030 on the Formulation and/or Updating of Barangay Development Plans (BDPs).
All barangays are hereby reminded and directed to ensure the timely preparation and updating of their Barangay Development Plans (BDPs) and corresponding Barangay Development Investment Programs (BDIPs) in accordance with national policies and planning guidelines.
Key Reminders:
✔️ BDPs must be comprehensive, multi-sectoral, and community-driven
✔️ Ensure alignment with the Comprehensive Development Plans (CDPs) of cities/municipalities
✔️ Promote active participation of stakeholders and residents
✔️ Strengthen coordination among barangays and LGUs
✔️ Compliance will be monitored through the Barangay Information System (BIS)
2026 Barangay Development Planning Timeline:
• Jan–March – Organize planning team & conduct situational analysis
• March–April – Visioning, goal setting, and gap analysis
• May–July – Project identification & BDIP formulation
• August – Approval and adoption of BDP
• October – Presentation to Barangay Assembly
• November – Submission to City/Municipal Development Council
⚠️ Non-compliance may result in administrative sanctions pursuant to existing laws.
Let us continue to strengthen local governance by ensuring that every barangay has a responsive, inclusive, and strategic development plan.

📌April 8 & 27, 2026

Meetings of the Inter-agency Monitoring Task Force for CFLGA conducted at the Office of the MLGOO, and at the 2nd Floor, Executive Building, San Miguel, Bohol.





Cluster M&M DILG Bohol

📌April 21, 2026

The monthly meeting of the Liga ng mga Barangay San Miguel, Bohol Chapter was held at the LnB Office of the Legislative Building, San Miguel, Bohol.

MLGOO Lindsey Marie Vismanos attended the meeting and discussed matters regarding the conduct of Inventory and Turnover of Properties and Money Accountabilities, updating of BDP, ARTA, SGLGB, updating of BOIS, BODBA, registration to the Ugnayang Bayan Portal, and BHERTS.





Cluster M&M DILG Bohol

📌April 7, 2026

Ad Hoc Screening for the PNP Applicants held at the 2nd Floor, Executive Building, San Miguel, Bohol





Cluster M&M DILG Bohol