Bulacan EODB Champion

30/09/2026

𝙎𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 29, 2026 | 𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙞𝙜𝙝-𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙇𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙄𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙎𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙧

The Provincial Government of Bulacan, through the Provincial Cooperative and Enterprise Development Office (PCEDO), conducted the seminar “Building High-Performing Local Investment Leaders: Strengthening LGUs for a Competitive and Investment-Ready Economy” at the Francisco Balagtas Hall, Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Canter.

The seminar was attended by Business Permits and Licensing Officers (BPLOs) and Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion Officers (LEDIPOs) from the different cities and municipalities of Bulacan. The activity also received the support of various partner agencies, including DTI, CLGCFI, and DILG, highlighting the importance of inter-agency collaboration in strengthening local investment promotion and business facilitation.

Dr. Ronadel Bedia, LPT, PhD, DPA – GovLearn.PH emphasized that LEDIPOs and BPLOs are not only frontline service providers but also important local investment leaders. Effective leadership requires strategic thinking, sound decision-making, collaboration across offices, and strong partnerships with the Local Chief Executive and stakeholders. LGUs must build an investor-friendly culture by providing coordinated, responsive, and reliable services while continuously improving the ease of doing business.

Ms. Anne Flores of Urban Key Brokerage Realty, Inc. highlighted the importance of seeing opportunities from the investor’s perspective. LGUs need to understand what investors look for, including suitable sites, infrastructure, logistics, zoning, permitting, technical feasibility, and clear investment information. She also discussed the importance of strategic investment packaging, developing investment profiles, executive pitching, and an integrated investment facilitation roadmap.

The seminar left important message: becoming investment-ready goes beyond the promotion of local opportunities. It requires strong and strategic leadership, efficient and responsive processes, reliable and accessible investment information, well-coordinated services, effective investor communication, and sustained partnerships among LGUs, national government agencies, and the private sector.

Ultimately, a truly investment-ready LGU is one that is prepared not only to attract investors, but also to understand their needs, facilitate their requirements, provide reliable support, and create an enabling environment where investments can prosper and contribute to sustainable local economic growth.

25/09/2026

🏆 2026 𝑩𝑼𝑳𝑨𝑪𝑨𝑵 𝑬𝑶𝑫𝑩 𝑪𝑯𝑨𝑴𝑷𝑰𝑶𝑵 𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑴𝑰𝑻𝑻𝑬𝑬 𝑫𝑬𝑳𝑰𝑩𝑬𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵

The Provincial Government of Bulacan, through the Provincial Cooperative and Enterprise Development Office (PCEDO), successfully conducted the Bulacan EODB Champion Committee Deliberation today, September 25, 2026, at the PCEDO Conference Room, Provincial Capitol Compound, City of Malolos, Bulacan.

The deliberation brought together the members of the EODB Champion Committee composed of representatives from the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Bulacan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and Pronvincial Board Members, to discuss and evaluate the participating Local Government Units (LGUs) based on the established criteria, submitted compliance documents, and assessment results.

The committee also reviewed the latest updates and reports from concerned partner agencies and discussed the assessment findings to ensure a fair, transparent, and evidence-based deliberation process.

This activity highlights the Province of Bulacan’s continuing commitment to Ease of Doing Business, efficient public service delivery, innovation, transparency, and people-centered governance.

Congratulations to all participating LGUs and our EODB Champion Committee members for their dedication and commitment to better public service!

Let’s Reform. Reinvent. Rise – Together!

24/09/2026

📢 PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT | BULACAN EODB CHAMPION

The Province of Bulacan is pleased to announce the Bulacan EODB Champion Committee Deliberation, happening tomorrow, September 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM onwards.

The Committee will convene to discuss and deliberate on the results of the 2026 EODB Champion Contest, recognizing LGUs that demonstrate commitment to efficient, innovative, transparent, and citizen-centered public service.

This important activity marks another step toward advancing Ease of Doing Business (EODB) reforms and promoting a culture of continuous improvement across the Province.

Together, let us Reform. Reinvent. Rise.

24/09/2026

The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 to 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐨. 11032 or the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018 and Other ARTA Compliance Requirements.

Date: September 29, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Platform: Facebook Live
Participants: Open to all government agencies

This orientation aims to provide a clear and comprehensive overview of the provisions of RA 11032 and guide agencies in effectively complying with its requirements to ensure faster, more efficient, and citizen-centered government services.

Topics to be covered include:

1. Salient Features of the Republic Act No. 11032
2. Citizen's Charter
3. Harmonized Client Satisfaction Measurement Report
4. Committee on Anti-Red Tape (CART)
5. Guidelines on the Implementation of Three (3) Signatories Rule
6. Zero Backlog Program (ZBP)
7. Annual Regulatory Plan (ARP)
8. Electronic Business One-Stop Shop (E-BOSS)
9. Executive Order No. 32 or Streamlining the Permitting Process for the Construction of Telecommunications and Internet Infrastructure

Let us continue working together towards a more streamlined, transparent, and accountable public service.

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26/08/2026

POST-EVENT | August 25, 2026

🏛️ BUILDING BETTER PUBLIC SERVICE

The Provincial Government of Bulacan, in collaboration with the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), successfully conducted the “Building Better Public Service: Province-wide Capacity Development on RA 11032, Citizen’s Charter, Client Satisfaction Measurement, and Complaints Handling” on August 25, 2026, at Balagtas Hall, Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Center, City of Malolos, Bulacan.

The activity strengthened the knowledge and capacity of government personnel in implementing RA 11032 or the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018, with emphasis on the proper implementation of the Citizen’s Charter (CC), Client Satisfaction Measurement (CSM), and effective complaints handling.

📋 Citizen’s Charter & RA 11032
Atty. Christina P. Matammu, Attorney III/Legal Officer of ARTA Northern Luzon, discussed the importance of maintaining an updated Citizen’s Charter, streamlining government processes, digitalizing business permit systems, strengthening the Committee on Anti-Red Tape (CART), and strictly observing prescribed processing timelines.

💬 Client Satisfaction Measurement (CSM)
Ms. Mary Grace B. Manabat, Regional Chief of ARTA, highlighted the importance of gathering and analyzing client feedback to measure service quality, identify gaps, and continuously improve government processes toward more responsive and client-centered public service.

⚙️ Administrative Efficiency & Compliance
Ms. Jonina D.C. Madrid, Supervising Administrative Officer, emphasized the role of effective internal systems, proper document management, resource allocation, personnel development, and inter-office coordination in achieving efficient and compliant government service delivery.

The activity reaffirmed Bulacan’s commitment to transparent, accountable, efficient, and people-centered governance—ensuring that every government service is delivered with integrity, responsiveness, and excellence.

31/07/2026

Calling All Bulacan LGUs!

Who will be Bulacan’s First EODB Champion?

Exemplify excellence in compliance, service, and innovation by joining the 2026 EODB Champion Contest.

Access the guidelines and entry forms at:
https://tinyurl.com/2026EODBChampionContest

Submit your entry on or before August 15, 2026.

Reform. Rise. Reinvent.
Build a Legacy. Be an EODB Champion!

30/07/2026

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT | HOUSING FORUM 2026

The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), in partnership with various government agencies, invites all Local Government Units (LGUs), housing developers, business stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and the general public to join the Housing Forum 2026: Multi-Stakeholder Forum and Launch of Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) No. 1, Series of 2026.

This important event marks a significant step towards streamlining, digitalizing, and harmonizing housing-related regulatory processes to make government services more efficient, transparent, and responsive.

The forum will highlight reforms aimed at reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens, eliminating redundant requirements, shortening processing times, and accelerating housing development in the Philippines.

🗓 Date: August 4, 2026 (Tuesday)
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: 9th Floor, National Food Authority Building, Visayas Avenue, Barangay Vasra, Quezon City

📺 The event will be streamed LIVE on the Official ARTA page, allowing everyone to participate and stay informed on the latest initiatives that support ease of doing business and sustainable housing development.

We encourage all interested stakeholders to tune in and be part of this milestone initiative towards a more efficient, digital, and business-friendly government.

5 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐎!

The countdown begins!

The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), together with its partner agencies, invites stakeholders to the Housing Forum 2026: Multi-Stakeholder Forum and Launch of the JMC No. 1 s. 2026 , “Streamlining and Digitalizing the Processes for the Acquisition, Construction and Development, and Disposition of All Housing Developments”

The forum will serve as a platform for government agencies, housing developers, industry partners, and other stakeholders to strengthen collaboration in implementing reforms that simplify and harmonize housing-related regulatory processes.

The launch of the JMC marks a significant milestone in advancing whole-of-government efforts to reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens, eliminate redundant requirements, shorten processing times, and accelerate the delivery of housing projects for Filipinos.

📅 August 4, 2026 (Tuesday)
🕚 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 9th Floor, National Food Authority Building, Visayas Avenue, Barangay Vasra, Quezon City

Watch the activity LIVE here on the Official ARTA page and be part of this significant milestone in advancing ease of doing business in the housing sector.

23/07/2026

𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐁𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐍, 𝐈𝐍𝐂. (𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐁𝐈) 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇𝐋𝐘 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆

The Provincial Government of Bulacan through the PCEDO, recently participated in the League of Licensing Officers of Bulacan, Inc. (LLOBI) Monthly Meeting hosted by the Municipality of Santa Maria, Bulacan.

The activity is graced by Hon. Bartolome R. Ramos, Mayor of the Municipality of Santa Maria, together with the Municipal Administrator, Engr. Elmer C. Clemente , as they welcome licensing officers and partner agencies from across the province.

The Business Permits and Licensing Officers (BPLOs) discussed current concerns and emerging issues affecting business regulation and permit implementation.

Among the key matters discussed were the need to strengthen local ordinances on enforcement and compliance, particularly on violations involving businesses operating without the required permits and the corresponding sanctions for non-compliance. The group also reviewed policy gaps and explored possible enhancements to existing provisions to ensure accountability and effective implementation.

The meeting likewise tackled updates on national policies affecting regulatory processes, including recent directives and clarifications on permit requirements, regulatory fees, and compliance standards for certain establishments. Participants emphasized the importance of harmonizing local ordinances with national issuances while ensuring that public health, safety, and environmental regulations are upheld.

Through open dialogue and collaboration, the BPLO and participating offices reaffirmed their commitment to promoting transparent, efficient, and lawful business regulation that supports both economic growth and responsible governance.

14/06/2026

🏃‍♂️ LLOBI Run for Progress: Bulacan Fun Run 2026 🏃‍♀️

📍 Philippine Arena, Bocaue, Bulacan
📅 June 13, 2026
🏃 5K & 10K Categories

14/06/2026

Bulacan Fun Run 2026 Successfully Concluded

The LLOBI Run for Progress: Bulacan Fun Run 2026, held at the Philippine Arena, Ciudad de Victoria, Bocaue, Bulacan on June 13, 2026, was successfully conducted, bringing together participants from various sectors in a meaningful celebration of health, wellness, and community engagement.

The event served as a platform to promote an active lifestyle while fostering unity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to the continued progress and development of the Province of Bulacan. Participants from government agencies, private organizations, partner institutions, and local communities demonstrated exceptional enthusiasm and support, contributing to the overall success of the activity.

The League of Licensing Officers of Bulacan, Inc. (LLOBI) together with the Provincial Government of Bulacan thru PCEDO , extends its sincere appreciation to all runners, sponsors, partners, organizers, volunteers, and stakeholders whose invaluable contributions made this event possible. Their dedication and cooperation reflect the collective spirit of service and progress that continues to drive Bulacan forward.

As we celebrate this successful gathering, we remain committed to initiatives that encourage healthy living, strengthen community partnerships, and inspire collective action toward a more progressive and resilient Bulacan.

Together, we move forward—one step at a time, toward a healthier and more progressive future.