The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) commended Himamaylan City for pioneering the 2022 Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) in Negros Occidental.
Mayor Raymund Tongson received Dec. 19 the commendation from PSA for leading Himamaylan City in rolling out the CBMS in 2022, the first implementation of such monitoring system in the province.
Tongson received the symbolic flash drive from PSA Undersecretary Claire Dennis Mapa, PSA6 OIC regional director Nelida Amolar, and PSO Negros Occidental OIC John Campomanes.
They were joined by Vice Mayor Justin Gatuslao, and Vannesa Abarquez Jerome Cadayona of PSA.
This pioneering statistics service in Himamaylan, based on Republic Act 11315, which establishes the CBMS, aims to generate updated disaggregated data necessary in targeting beneficiaries, conducting more comprehensive poverty analysis and needs prioritization, designing appropriate policies and interventions, and monitoring impact over time.
The local rollout is funded by the city government of Himamaylan, with technical assistance from the PSA.
“Himamaylan City leading this innovation in Negros Occidental only shows the dedication of our local government for a data-driven governance and community development,” Tongson said in a press release Dec. 28.
He thanked all those involved in the successful rollout. “Gathering accurate data is vital in shaping policies that cater to the city’s diverse population.”
He added that the “successful implementation solidifies Himamaylan’s position as an innovative leader in utilizing data for the betterment of its residents.” ||
