Over P1.1-B 2009 Capitol budget ‘operative’
Capitol budget, or at least, a significant part of it, has been declared “operative” by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM).
The declaration though has been accompanied by set of conditions, DBM Director Nilo Buot said.
Contained in AO-2008-05, implementation of certain planned disbursements was clarified.
The “aids to barangays,” the DBM reminded, shall be remitted to the city/municipalities concerned.
As such, the Capitol, DBM said, “…should recognize the authority of the local chief executive to execute the budget… the local chief executive is vested with the responsibility for the execution of and accountability for the annual budget.”
DBM also informed Provincial Government officials that development projects valued over P83 million under the Annual Investment Program (AIP) “should be itemized…”
Further still came the order, “…the Provincial Government shall comply with the herein review findings and notify this Department of the actions taken thereon. It is understood that this review action does not authorize any item of appropriation that is specifically prohibited by or inconsistent with the provisions of law. Compliance with all existing laws, rules and regulations shall be the responsibility of the implementing LGU.”