City’s strong CMCI performance yields ₱500,000 incentive

THE City Government of Tagbilaran has earned another major milestone after placing 4th overall in the Component City category of the 2024 Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index (CMCI), reinforcing the city’s continued commitment to good governance, economic growth, and quality public service.

As recipient of the 2024 CMCI Grant Prize, Tagbilaran City received a ₱500,000 financial grant earmarked for digital infrastructure enhancement and improved management of local competitiveness data.

The cash incentive was received by CMCI Focal Person Jeanette Busano, together with City Treasurer personnel Gilbert Trajano, on behalf of the City Government of Tagbilaran.

The financial grant was awarded by Chief of Staff Atty. Filipina Asoy-Piollo on December 22, 2025 at the Governor’s Office, Provincial Capitol.

Mayor Jane Yap expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Governor Aris Aumentado and the Provincial Government of Bohol for the continued support and recognition.

“This incentive inspires us to further strengthen our digital systems and data-driven governance. We thank Governor Aumentado and the Provincial Government for their unwavering partnership in empowering local governments to perform better and serve our people more effectively,” the mayor said.

City officials noted that the achievement reflects the collective efforts of the city leadership under Mayor Yap and Vice Mayor Adam Jala, alongside the City Council, barangay officials, department heads, city employees, development partners, and the people of Tagbilaran who continue to work together toward a more dynamic, resilient, and competitive city.

The City Government of Tagbilaran reaffirmed its commitment to sustain reforms and maximize the grant to further enhance public service delivery and strengthen the city’s overall competitiveness for the benefit of all Tagbilaranons.