MANDATE

The Local Government Code of 1991 gives the local government powers to ensure the preservation and enhancement of culture, promotion of health and safety, right of people to a balanced ecology, development of technological capabilities, improvement of public morals, economic prosperity and social justice, full employment of residents, peace and order, and the convenience of inhabitants.

SERVICE PLEDGE

We, the officials and employees of the Municipal Government of Polanco, do hereby swear and pledge to aim for EXCELLENCE in public service, value our constituents and our clients by taking care of their needs with integrity and satisfaction. We further pledge to build people-centered governance and to create a client-friendly environment. We will aim high and fulfill our commitments in the Citizen’s Charter as our means to achieve EXCELLENCE in the public service. We commit to attend to all applicants or requesting parties who are within the premises of the office or agency concerned prior to the end of official working hours and during lunch break shall be attended to. So help us God.
E – Enterprising governance
X – eXemplary performance of local government functionaries
C – Competence of its human resources
E – Empowerment through public participation and education
L – Legislations to promote and protect general public welfare
L – Leadership by example
E – Effectiveness and efficiency in responding to the needs of our clients
N– No partiality in dealing with our clients
C – Camaraderie among the members of the LGU organization
E – Ethical standards in public governance are highly observed