Vision | Updated February 27, 2023 21000H PhST
Breaking Down the Elements of Rosario, Batangas' Vision: A Closer LookThis article is part one of a two-part series that examines how the Municipality of Rosario in Batangas, Philippines, envisions its future. It uses the Guide to CDP Formulation for LGUs by the DILG as a framework to identify and evaluate the components, elements and indicators of success for its vision.
PART I – VISION COMPONENTS, ELEMENTS AND DESCRIPTORS
PART II – VISION SUCCESS INDICATORS
INTRODUCTION
VISION is defined as a statement that describes the desired future state or long-term goal of a local government unit (LGU). It represents the LGU's aspirations and serves as a guide for its development direction, according to the Guide to Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) Formulation for Local Government Unit published by the Philippine Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).
The vision statement of an LGU should align with the national government's aspiration for LGUs to achieve their fullest development as self-reliant communities and become effective partners in realizing national goals, rather than deviating from it. This is stated in Section 2(a) of the Republic Act 7160, which defines LGUs as political and territorial subdivisions.
VISION OF LGU ROSARIO, BATANGAS: EVOLUTION OVER THE YEARS
The vision of LGU Rosario, Batangas has evolved over the years to adapt to the changing needs and circumstances of the community. Initially focused on the core values its people and community, the vision later shifted towards basic infrastructure development and economic development and is currently focused on sustainability and environmental protection.
Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) version: 2000-2010
The Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning Ordinance: 2000-2010 of the of the Municipality of Rosario, Batangas stated its vision statement in Filipino:
Diwa/Pananaw
ANG ROSARIO, BATANGAS na isang maunlad na bayan at modernong lungsod kung saan masigla ang ekonomiya, kakaunti na ang naghihirap, malinis, maganda at maayos ang kapaligiran at matahimik ang pamayanan.
Ang Rosario, Batangas na kung saan ang mga mamamayan ay may pagkakaisa at pagtutulungan, sapat na hanapbuhay, sapat na edukasyon, sariling pagsisikap at malinis na kalooban.
Ang Rosario, Batangas na kung saan ay pinahahalagahan ang buhay kabanalan, matapat, karapatdapat at matatag na mga namumuno, magandang sistema ng pamahalaan, magandang kinabukasan ng mga kabataan, pagkakapantay-pantay, pag-unawa, pagpaparating ng hinaing at pagiging mabisang huwaran.
Vision
This translation may be rough, but vision can be expressed in English as:
Rosario, Batangas is a developed town and modern city with a thriving economy, prosperous people, a clean, beautiful, and well-maintained environment, and a peaceful community.
In Rosario, Batangas, the citizens are united and cooperative, with sufficient employment, education, self-reliance, and a clean conscience.
Rosario, Batangas values a life of sanctity, honesty, deservingness, and steadfast leadership, with a good government system, bright future for the youth, equality, understanding, expression of grievances, and being an effective role model.
Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) version: 2016-2020
Upon revisiting the vision statement in the preceding CLUP, the Municipality of Rosario, Batangas has formulated the following updated vision statement:
Diwa/Pananaw
Isang maka-Diyos, masigla at matatag na pamayanang namumuhay ng maayos sa panirahang may sapat na mga pagawain sa ilalim ng isang pamahalaang patnubay ang maka-kalikasan at makatarungang pamumuno.
Vision
A God-loving, dynamic, self-reliant, and empowered community enjoying viable and livable human settlements with sufficient infrastructure governed by the principle of sustainable development with equity.
Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) version: 2016-2030
The most recent CLUP reiterated the vision statement from the preceding CDP in Filipino language, while also formulating a revised version in English that incorporates the development thrusts identified in the current CLUP along with the English version of the vision statement highlighted in dark red from the same preceding CDP:
Diwa/Pananaw
Isang maka-Diyos, masigla at matatag na pamayanang namumuhay ng maayos sa panirahang may sapat na mga pagawain sa ilalim ng isang pamahalaang patnubay ang maka-kalikasan at makatarungang pamumuno.
Vision
WE ENVISION THE FUTURE CITY OF ROSARIO as the premiere center of Eastern Batangas for commerce, agri-industry, sustainable forest management, agri-eco-tourism and agricultural production with God-loving and empowered community, dynamic and self-reliant economy, enjoying viable natural environment and livable human settlements with sufficient infrastructure governed by the principle of sustainable development with equity.
Executive-Legislative Agenda version: 2022-2025
The current ELA contains the latest version of the vision statement for the Municipality of Rosario, Batangas. It includes a revised version of the vision statement in Filipino and a minor update in English, specifically adding the word "resilient" highlighted in dark red to describe its human settlements integrated within the Climate Change and Disaster Risk Assessment framework:
Diwa/Pananaw
ROSARIO, LUNGSOD NA PANGUNAHING SENTRO NG SILANGANG BATANGAS sa pangangalakal, likas-kayang pamamahala ng kagubatan, agrikulturang pangkabuhayan at turismo na may pamayanang maka-Diyos, matatag, masigla at mapayapang namumuhay sa ilalim ng pamahalaang makakalikasan at tumatalima sa batas.
Vision
WE ENVISION THE FUTURE CITY OF ROSARIO as the premiere center of Eastern Batangas for commerce, agri-industry, sustainable forest management, agri-eco-tourism and agricultural production, with God-loving and empowered community, dynamic and self-reliant economy, enjoying viable natural environment and resilient livable human settlements with sufficient infrastructure governed by the principle of sustainable development with equity.
STRUCTURE OF THE VISION STATEMENT
Moving forward, we will be analyzing the structure of the most recent vision statement of the Municipality of Rosario, Batangas as outlined in the ELA 2022-2025, in relation to our main source, the Guide to Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) Formulation for Local Government Units. The unity vision of the municipality has 5 elements, 10 descriptors and 25 success indicators.
2 COMPONENTS OF THE VISION
"Outward-Looking" Component
The "outward-looking" component of a vision refers to the part of the vision statement that focuses on the LGU's external environment, particularly its relationships with other entities outside the LGU. This component of the vision statement describes the LGU's desired role and contribution to the broader community or society. It emphasizes the LGU's commitment to collaborate with other LGUs, government agencies, private organizations, and other stakeholders to achieve shared goals and objectives. The "outward-looking" component of the current vision statement is:
WE ENVISION THE FUTURE CITY OF ROSARIO as the premiere center of Eastern Batangas for commerce, agri-industry, sustainable forest management, agri-eco-tourism and agricultural production.
The outward-looking component of the vision statement is essential in promoting a holistic and sustainable approach to development. It encourages the LGU to think beyond its own interests and consider the needs and aspirations of the wider community. By adopting an outward-looking perspective, the LGU can develop strategic partnerships and alliances that can help it achieve its own development goals, while also contributing to the development of the broader society.
"Inward-Looking" Component
The "inward-looking" component of a vision refers to the part of the vision statement that focuses on the LGU's internal environment, particularly its own strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement. This component of the vision statement describes the LGU's desired future state in terms of its own capacity to deliver services and achieve its goals. The "inward-looking" component of the current vision statement is:
With God-loving and empowered community, dynamic and self-reliant economy, enjoying viable natural environment and resilient livable human settlements with sufficient infrastructure governed by the principle of sustainable development with equity.
The inward-looking component of the vision statement is essential in promoting self-awareness and introspection within the LGU. It encourages the LGU to identify its own strengths and weaknesses, and to develop strategies to address any gaps or deficiencies. By adopting an inward-looking perspective, the LGU can improve its own performance and enhance its capacity to deliver services and meet the needs of its constituents.
The inward-looking component of the vision statement should be complemented by an outward-looking perspective that considers the broader context and the LGU's role in the wider community or society. By balancing both perspectives, the LGU can develop a comprehensive and integrated vision that is both internally consistent and externally relevant.
5 ELEMENTS OF THE VISION
In the context of the Guide to Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) Formulation for Local Government Unit, the following are some of the key elements that need to be considered when formulating the vision statement of a local government unit (LGU):
Element 1 – Qualities of the people as society (Social Sector): This element refers to the social and cultural attributes of the LGU's constituents. It includes the LGU's human resources, demographic profile, values, beliefs, and social capital. These attributes can influence the LGU's development trajectory and can shape the LGU's vision of its future state.
Element 2 – Nature of the local economy (Economic Sector): This element refers to the economic characteristics of the LGU, including its industries, businesses, natural resources, and competitive advantages. It includes the LGU's economic potential and opportunities for growth and development.
Element 3 – State of the natural environment (Environment Sector): This element refers to the environmental conditions of the LGU, including its natural resources, biodiversity, and ecosystems. It includes the LGU's environmental challenges and opportunities for environmental conservation and sustainability.
Element 4 – Condition of the built environment (Infrastructure Sector): This element refers to the physical infrastructure and urban development of the LGU. It includes the LGU's built environment, such as its buildings, roads, transportation systems, and public spaces.
Element 5 – Capacity and qualities of the local leadership (Institutional Sector): This element refers to the leadership capacity and qualities of the LGU's officials and employees. It includes the LGU's governance structures, administrative systems, and institutional arrangements. It also includes the LGU's leadership values and qualities, such as transparency, accountability, responsiveness, and inclusiveness.
By considering these 5 key elements, the LGU can develop a comprehensive and integrated vision statement that reflects the aspirations and needs of its constituents and that guides its development efforts towards a sustainable and equitable future.
10 ELEMENT DESCRIPTORS
The Municipality of Rosario, Batangas has 10 vision element descriptors for its Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The Rosario Batangas Access Point has adopted these descriptors as thematic areas and detailed them in our post "About Rosario Batangas Access Point," aiming to contribute to the realization of the municipality's long-term vision and development goals.
An element "descriptor" refers to the specific characteristics or attributes that describe each element of the local government's vision statement. These descriptors provide a clear and concise description of the desired outcome or goal for each element, which serves as a guide for the formulation of strategies and programs to achieve them. These specific element descriptors for each vision element are as follows::
Social Sector: Qualities of the people as society
Element Descriptor 1:
- God-loving and empowered community.
Economic Sector: Nature of the local economy
Element Descriptor 2:
- Premiere center of Eastern Batangas for commerce.
Element Descriptor 3:
- Premiere center of Eastern Batangas for agri-industry.
Element Descriptor 4:
- Premiere center of Eastern Batangas for sustainable forest management.
Element Descriptor 5:
- Premiere center of Eastern Batangas for agri-eco-tourism.
Element Descriptor 6:
- Premiere center of Eastern Batangas for agricultural production
Element Descriptor 7:
- Dynamic and self-reliant economy.
Environment Sector: State of the natural environment
Element Descriptor 8:
Viable natural environment.Infrastructure Sector: Condition of the built environment
Element Descriptor 9:
- Resilient livable human settlements with sufficient infrastructure.
Institutional Sector: Capacity and qualities of the local leadership
Element Descriptor 10:
- Equitable Governance and sustainable development.
References:
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG). (2008, December 8). Issuances Archive: Memo Circulars Archive. Retrieved February 24, 2023, from Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG): https://www.dilg.gov.ph/issuances/mc/GUIDE-TO-COMPREHENSIVE-DEVELOPMENT-PLAN-CDP-PREPARATION-FOR-LOCAL-GOVERNMENT-UNIT/1251
DILG. (2017). LOCAL PLANNING ILLUSTRATIVE GUIDE PREPARING AND UPDATING THE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (CDP). Retrieved February 25, 2023, from https://dilg.gov.ph/PDF_File/reports_resources/dilg-reports-resources-2017110_298b91787e.pdf
References
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG). (2008, December 8). Issuances Archive: Memo Circulars Archive. Retrieved February 24, 2023, from Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG):
https://www.dilg.gov.ph/issuances/mc/GUIDE-TO-COMPREHENSIVE-DEVELOPMENT-PLAN-CDP-PREPARATION-FOR-LOCAL-GOVERNMENT-UNIT/1251DILG. (2017). LOCAL PLANNING ILLUSTRATIVE GUIDE PREPARING AND UPDATING THE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (CDP). Retrieved February 25, 2023, from
https://dilg.gov.ph/PDF_File/reports_resources/dilg-reports-resources-2017110_298b91787e.pdfMunicipality of Rosario, Batangas. (2020). Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning Ordinance: 2016-2030
Volume 1 - THE COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN. Rosario, Batangas, Philippines.
Municipality of Rosario, Batangas. (2020). Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning Ordinance: 2016-2030
Volume 3 - THE SECTORAL AND SPECIAL AREA STUDIES. Rosario, Batangas.
Municipality of Rosario, Batangas. (2019).
Executive-Legislative Agenda (ELA): 2020-2022.
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PART II – VISION SUCCESS INDICATORS
