The League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP) is calling for the correct, accurate and transparent computation of the national tax allotment (NTA) share for the local government units (LGUs).
In a statement, the LCP echoed the stand of LCP Secretary-General and Baguio City Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong that there is a need for full and clear accounting of the LGUs’ NTA dividend.
Magalng earlier said that such move is essential in ensuring that our cities receive the necessary resources for effective governance.
As the demand for improved basic service delivery continues, the LCP emphasized that securing adequate resources to finance these services are of paramount concern for our constituents.
“We, the 149 members of the league, appeal for transparency that all LGUs deserve for the benefit and welfare of our constituents,’’ the LCP said.
“We must address these concerns to ensure that the just share of the local government units is computed and distributed correctly in accordance with the law. It will enable us to implement more effective policies and programs to better serve our people,’’ it added.
The LCP pointed out that this “will enhance our ability to respond equitably to the urgent needs of our communities and will strengthen the relationship between local governments and national agencies for the greater good.’’
“The league has full faith in the Mandanas-Garcia ruling in its pronouncement that “the 1987 Constitution is forthright and unequivocal in ordering that the just share of the LGUs in the national taxes shall be automatically released to them,’’ the LCP noted.
“We are confident in our government that a meaningful resolution of this matter will redound to the benefit of every Filipino,’’ it continued.