SANTA ROSA RECOGNIZED AS TOP-PERFORMING LGU IN THE PHILIPPINES
Santa Rosa City Laguna --The City of Santa Rosa was recognized as one of the leading local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines during the 38th anniversary celebration of the Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF) on November 5, 2025, held at the SMX Convention Center Aura, Taguig City.
Mayor Arlene B. Arcillas personally accepted the award, accompanied by officials from the City Treasury Office, City Assessor’s Office, and the Business Permit & Licensing Office—key departments that contributed to the city's success in local revenue generation and financial management.
Santa Rosa was the only city outside of Metro Manila to secure a spot in the Top 10 in the category of Ratio of Local Source Revenues to Total Current Operating Income. The city ranked 9th with an impressive 75.11%. This indicates that a significant portion of the city’s revenue comes from its own local sources, highlighting its growing fiscal independence.
Additionally, Santa Rosa was named among the Top 10 Component and Independent Cities nationwide in terms of Year-on-Year Growth in Local Source Revenues, placing 5th with a remarkable 16.94% increase compared to the previous year.
These recognitions serve as a testament to the city’s excellent governance, modernized tax collection systems, and expanding local economy. Santa Rosa continues to strive toward becoming fully self-sufficient and a model of innovation and good governance for the entire country.
By: Roy Tomandao
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