SURIGAO CITY — The City Government of Surigao welcomed a delegation from the Provincial Assessor's Office of Davao del Norte on July 30, 2026, for a benchmarking activity focused on real property tax administration and local governance. The visit highlights Surigao City's growing reputation as a model for efficient public service delivery in the Caraga region. The delegation, led by Provincial Assessor Engr. Lily M. Salazar, was received by City Mayor Pablo Yves L. Dumlao II during a courtesy visit at City Hall, joined by City Assessor Araceli C. Dela Rosa and City Budget Officer Atty. Jeffrey Galido.
Exchanging Ideas for Better Public Service
The benchmarking activity provided both local government units with a valuable opportunity to exchange experiences and share good practices in property assessment, local governance, and public service. Discussions centered on improving efficiency, transparency, and accountability in financial transactions, particularly in the administration of real property taxes. The knowledge-sharing session also strengthened collaboration between the two LGUs and encouraged the exchange of ideas that can help improve services for their respective communities.
Surigao City as a Benchmarking Destination
The City Government of Surigao expressed its gratitude to the Provincial Assessor's Office of Davao del Norte for choosing the city as one of its benchmarking destinations. This recognition reflects the city's commitment to excellence in governance and its willingness to share best practices with other LGUs. The visit also underscores the importance of inter-local government cooperation in raising standards of public service across the country.
Building Partnerships for Continuous Improvement
Benchmarking is recognized as an effective tool for local governments to observe, analyze, and report performance over time. By hosting this activity, Surigao City demonstrated its openness to learning and collaboration while also showcasing its own achievements in real property tax administration. The city looks forward to more opportunities for collaboration and knowledge-sharing with other LGUs, reinforcing its role as a progressive and innovative local government in Mindanao.
