Camiguin - LGRC DILG 10

Economic Development‣ Presence of Local Investment and Incentive Code‣ Presence of Local government policies that are supportive to sustainableagriculture‣ Presence of SME Council‣ Presence of basic infrastructure & facilitiesProductivity-Hindering FactorsEnvironmental Management‣ Ineffective partnership with Local Government and NGOs in themanagement of natural resources.‣ Lack of IEC campaign on Environmental management‣ Low level of productivity with environmental management maybe causedby a collective factor concerning the issue, usually it concerns unrelatedpolicies, insufficient-tools, values and financial support.‣ Slow delivery of important factors relevant of effective implementation ofprogramsPriority areas for attentionEnvironmental Management:The Locals tend to choose immediate needs over long-term environmentalprotection due to financial needs. Government programs too, need financialbacking so as to complement the needs of the local who will be affectedfinancially with these conservation programs.In the development plan project in all levels of LGU’s should include the aspectsof educating the people about the importance of conservation and protection ofnatural resources so that people will exercise their right to protect and policetheir environment against abuse and illegal activities in their areas.15