Municipal Budget Office

Primary Services of the Municipal Budget Office (MBO):

1. Participatory Budget Preparation and Formulation

• Facilitates inclusive budget preparation with all municipal departments and stakeholders
• Consolidates proposals into the Annual Investment Program (AIP) and Executive Budget
• Ensures alignment with local development priorities and the needs of the people of Roxas

2. Strategic Budget Review and Evaluation

• Reviews and validates budget proposals to ensure efficiency, necessity, and compliance
• Aligns programs and projects with the Municipality’s vision, mission, and development agenda
• Provides sound recommendations to the Local Chief Executive and the Sangguniang Bayan

3. Efficient Budget Execution and Control

• Issues and monitors Allotment and Obligation documents (ALOBS)
• Ensures proper and timely utilization of funds in accordance with approved budgets
• Maintains fiscal discipline and prevents overspending

4. Data-Driven Financial Analysis and Advisory

• Provides reliable financial data, forecasts, and analysis to support decision-making
• Assists local leaders in prioritizing high-impact programs and services
• Recommends cost-effective and sustainable financial strategies

5. Performance Monitoring and Compliance Assurance

• Tracks implementation of programs and projects vis-à-vis approved budgets
• Ensures adherence to national guidelines, auditing, and accounting standards
• Prepares timely reports for oversight agencies and internal use

6. Revenue Forecasting and Fiscal Sustainability Planning

• Projects local income and expenditures to guide fiscal planning
• Identifies innovative revenue-generating initiatives and cost-saving measures
• Supports long-term financial sustainability of the Municipality

7. Capacity Building and Technical Support

• Provides technical assistance to departments on budgeting and financial management
• Conducts training to strengthen competencies in planning and budget utilization
• Promotes a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence

8. Transparency, Accountability, and Citizen Engagement

• Prepares and discloses budget information to the public
• Supports participatory governance and transparency initiatives
• Ensures that public funds are used responsibly for the benefit of all Kababayans of Roxas

9. Policy Support and Development Alignment

• Aligns budgeting processes with local development plans (CDP, LDIP, AIP)
• Supports formulation of fiscal policies and ordinances
• Strengthens evidence-based planning and governance