10.6. The details of the appropriations and utilization are presented in the following table:
Year Appropriations Utilization
CY 2024 Appropriations
30% Quick Response Fund (QRF) ₱ 4,070,640.64
70% Mitigation Fund (MF) 14,048,954.34 ₱ 18,119,594.98 ₱ 1,147,883.25
Continuing Appropriations 19,665,767.35 11,186,108.13
Special Trust Fund
CY 2023 ₱ 3,832,675.22
CY 2022 4,372,732.75
CY 2021 7,774,322.53
CY 2020 681,606.40
CY 2019 709,076.45 17,370,413.35 7,320,000.00
Totals ₱ 55,155,775.68 ₱ 19,653,991.38
Total Available Appropriations excluding 30% QRF ₱ 51,085,135.04
Percentage of Utilization 38.47%
10.7. This shows that a substantial amount of the LDRRMF remained unutilized at the
end of the year. Delays in the implementation of the planned LDRRM PPAs may
hinder timely disaster response efforts and extend recovery period for affected
communities during calamities.
10.8. Section 3 of RA No. 10121 allows the LDDRMF utilization for disaster
preparedness and prevention activities, such as, among others, the construction of
dams or embankments that eliminate flood risks, as well as the conduct of training
aimed to build the capacities needed to respond to disasters.
10.9. Moreover, the abovementioned NDRRMC, DBM, and DILG JMC No. 2013-1
envision projects and activities that “completely avoid potential adverse impacts
through action taken in advance, such as construction of dams and embankments
that eliminate flood risks,” among others.
10.10. We recommended that Management maximize the utilization of the
LDRRMF by promptly implementing the planned programs, projects, and
activities aimed at eliminating flood risks, reducing the adverse impacts of
hazards and calamities, and enhancing the capacity of the LGU, communities,
and individuals to effectively anticipate and manage all types of emergencies,
thereby ensuring an orderly transition from response to sustained recovery.
10.11. The LDRRMO mentioned that the PPAs related to the 70% Mitigation Fund and
Continuing Appropriations were properly implemented during the year. However,
the disbursements were made in the succeeding year, which affected the fund
utilization rate for CY 2024. He submitted a utilization report with remarks
indicating which projects were paid for in 2025.
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