SURIGAO CITY — The City Government of Surigao has once again proven its commitment to sound fiscal management after receiving three prestigious awards at the 2026 Joint Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF)-Caraga and Regional Association of Treasurers and Assessors Region XIII (REGATA XIII) Midyear Conference. The awards were given during the Ganting Pagdayeg Caraga LGU Assessors and Treasurers 2026 Awards, which recognized outstanding local government units for their Fiscal Year 2025 accomplishments in revenue generation and real property assessment. The ceremony was held at the Grand Palace Hotel in Butuan City on July 21, 2026, where Surigao City stood out among other LGUs in the Caraga Region.
Top Honors in Treasury and Property Assessment
Surigao City earned two distinctions in the Treasury Category: Top 2 – Local Source Revenues (LSR) in Nominal Terms and Top 2 – Ratio of LSR to Total Current Operating Income (TCOI). The city also secured a spot in the Property Assessment Category, ranking Top 3 – Highest Nominal Increase in Real Property Units and Total Assessed Value. The awards were received by City Treasurer Nelson S. Alcala and City Assessor Araceli C. Dela Rosa, and were conferred by BLGF Caraga Regional Director Melvin Joy L. Yu, CESE. These recognitions highlight the city's effective revenue generation strategies and efficient property assessment practices.
A Testament to Good Governance and Financial Discipline
The awards reflect the City Government of Surigao's unwavering commitment to excellence in public service, efficient revenue administration, and sound fiscal management. They are a testament to the dedication, hard work, and collaboration of the City Treasurer's Office, the City Assessor's Office, and all stakeholders who continue to contribute to the city's progress. The recognitions also demonstrate the city's capacity to generate local revenues and manage its financial resources effectively, ensuring sustainable development for the benefit of every Surigaonon.
Building a Stronger and More Resilient Surigao City
As Surigao City continues to grow, these recognitions serve as a motivation for the local government to maintain its high standards of fiscal discipline and governance. The city's performance in revenue generation and property assessment demonstrates its readiness to meet the challenges of urban development and public service delivery. By building a stronger, more financially resilient city, Surigao is ensuring a brighter future for its residents and stakeholders. The awards also reinforce the city's position as a leader in fiscal management within the Caraga Region.
