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50Barangays Connected
₱248.6MAnnual Budget Disclosed
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MDRRMO Inabanga

Typhoon, flooding, medical emergency, search & rescue.

POLICE

Municipal Police (PNP)

Peace & order, law enforcement, crime incident reports.

FIRE STATION

Inabanga Fire Station

Fire emergencies, hazmat, fire safety clearance inspection.

BOHOL 117

TaRSIER 117 Bohol

Integrated provincial ambulance, trauma & multi-agency response.

Weather and Map of Inabanga

Real-time atmospheric forecast and geographic guide to Inabanga, Bohol.

Inabanga Municipal Hall • Poblacion
Inabanga Municipal Hall, Poblacion, Inabanga, Bohol 6332
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Citizen's Charter

Essential Municipal Services

Clear guidelines on documentary requirements, statutory processing periods, official fees, and responsible municipal offices.

civil registry1 to 2 Working Days

Registration & Issuance of Birth Certificate (COLB)

Timely and delayed registration of birth certificates for citizens born within Inabanga, Bohol.

Office: Municipal Civil Registrar Office (MCRO)
Fees: ₱150.00 (Standard) / Free for indigent newborns
civil registry10-day legal posting + 1 day issuance

Application for Marriage License

Issuance of legal Marriage License required for couples intending to marry in Inabanga.

Office: Municipal Civil Registrar Office (MCRO)
Fees: ₱350.00 (License & Application Fee) + Pre-marriage counseling fee
business1 to 3 Working Days (Boss One-Stop-Shop)

New Business Permit (Mayor's Permit)

Permit allowing local enterprises and entrepreneurs to legally operate within the Municipality of Inabanga.

Office: Business Permits and Licensing Office (BPLO) / Mayor's Office
Fees: Based on capital investment and Local Tax Ordinance schedules
businessSame Day processing during January Renewal Period

Business Permit Renewal (Annual)

Annual renewal of municipal business licenses for established establishments in Inabanga.

Office: Business Permits and Licensing Office (BPLO)
Fees: Based on declared Gross Sales / Receipts from previous calendar year
treasury15 – 30 Minutes

Real Property Tax Payment (Amilyar)

Payment of annual real property tax for residential, agricultural, and commercial lands and improvements.

Office: Municipal Treasury Office & Assessor Office
Fees: Based on assessed market valuation & applicable discounts (up to 20% early bird)
social welfareSame Day to 2 Working Days

Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS)

Immediate financial aid for medical expenses, hospitalization, burial assistance, and emergency relief for indigent families.

Office: Municipal Social Welfare & Development Office (MSWDO)
Fees: Free of Charge
Local Governance (Term 2025–2028)

Elected Municipal Officials

Meet the duly elected executive and legislative leaders serving the Municipality of Inabanga, Bohol.

Municipal Mayor

Hon. Dexter M. Ancla

Term: 2025 – 2028

Chief Executive of the Municipality of Inabanga, leading public transparency, agricultural modernization, eco-tourism development, and infrastructure advancement.

Office: (038) 512-9035 • mayor@inabanga.gov.ph
Municipal Vice Mayor

Hon. Hermogenes C. Cenabre, Jr.

Term: 2025 – 2028

Presiding Officer of the Sangguniang Bayan, championing progressive local legislation, livelihood programs, and citizen participation.

Office: (038) 512-9036 • vicemayor@inabanga.gov.ph

Sangguniang Bayan Members (Municipal Council)

Hon. Fermin E. Divinagracia
SB Member (2025–2028)
Committee on Appropriations & Budget
Hon. Louie Francis E. Abisado
SB Member (2025–2028)
Committee on Rules & Privileges
Hon. Francis A. Celmar
SB Member (2025–2028)
Committee on Infrastructure & Public Works
Hon. Romil S. Petecio
SB Member (2025–2028)
Committee on Agriculture & Fisheries
Hon. Francis Lord P. Alesna
SB Member (2025–2028)
Committee on Health, Sanitation & Social Services
Hon. Kitty M. Jumao-as
SB Member (2025–2028)
Committee on Women, Family, Children & Senior Citizens
Hon. Roel B. Fortich
SB Member (2025–2028)
Committee on Trade, Commerce, Industry & Tourism
Hon. Teodoro S. Lamorin
SB Member (2025–2028)
Committee on Peace & Order, Public Safety & Disaster Preparedness
Full Disclosure Policy (FDP)

Where Your Public Taxes & Allotments Go

Under Philippine transparency laws and DILG Full Disclosure Policy guidelines, the local government provides open access to the municipal budget, public procurement plans, and 20% development fund investments.

Total Annual Budget Estimate
₱248,650,000.00 (IRA / NTA & Local Collections)
20% Municipal Development Fund
₱49,730,000.00 invested in roads, water & tourism

Budget Distribution by Sector (2025)

General Public Services (Personnel & Admin)99.46M (40%)

Salaries of civil servants, operational expenses, public safety, and governance offices.

20% Municipal Development Fund (MDF)49.73M (20%)

Capital outlays, rural roads, water supply systems, disaster mitigation, and tourism infrastructure.

Social Services & Welfare (Health, MSWD, Senior)44.76M (18%)

Rural Health Unit medicines, emergency assistance (AICS), scholarship grants, nutrition programs.

Economic Services (Agriculture, Fisheries & Tourism)29.84M (12%)

Fisherfolk support, seed & fertilizer subsidies, mat weaving livelihood, farm-to-market paths.

Local Disaster Risk Reduction & Management (5% LDRRMF)12.43M (5%)

Disaster preparedness, quick response fund (QRF), rescue vehicles, and coastal relief supplies.

Special Education Fund (SEF) & Youth Development12.43M (5%)

Public elementary/secondary school facilities repair, instructional aids, and SK youth initiatives.

Mat Capital of Bohol • Eco-Tourism

Heritage, Resilience & Natural Splendor of Inabanga

Inabanga is world-renowned for its master weaving of colorful tikog mats and raffia crafts. Home to the legendary Inabanga River—the longest navigable river in Bohol—as well as historic Macaban Cave and scenic Mount Ilihan, Inabanga merges vibrant artisan traditions with rich biodiversity.

Tikog Mat Weaving
Centuries of artisan loom mastery
Inabanga River Safari
Pristine coastal & mangrove cruise

50 Barangays of Inabanga

From coastal shores of Lawis and island communities of Cuaming to highland farming in Sua.

Browse our complete directory of all 50 barangays, including distance from Poblacion, key features, and community updates.
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Heritage & Origins

Brief History of Inabanga

From indigenous legends along Bohol's longest river to the cradle of the historic Dagohoy revolution and world-famous mat-weaving artistry.

Etymology: Visayan “Inabangan” (Rented River)
The Legend Behind the Name

Why It Is Called “Inabanga”

According to ancient oral tradition, the town derives its name from the Visayan word “abang” (lease or rental fee). Local folklore tells that the great Inabanga River—the longest navigable river in Bohol—was inhabited by fierce alligators (buaya). It was whispered that every year, a life was lost along its waters as if a mandatory “abang” or toll was paid to the river. Over generations, the community along the riverbank became known as Inabangan, which Spanish scribes officially recorded as Inabanga in 1722.

Key Historical Milestones

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1722
Spanish Colonial Era

Pueblo & Parish Foundation

Inabanga was officially organized as an independent town and parish dedicated to Saint Paul the Apostle (San Pablo Apostol). Established under Jesuit missionaries and later administered by Augustinian Recollects, forming the civil foundation of the community.

Inabanga Heritage Milestone
1744 – 1829
85-Year Freedom Struggle

The Dagohoy Rebellion

Inabanga served as a vital stronghold and strategic refuge during the heroic 85-year Dagohoy Rebellion—the longest revolt in Philippine history. Dagohoy’s patriots utilized Inabanga’s Macaban Cave, rugged forested ridges, and navigable riverways for self-determination.

Inabanga Heritage Milestone
1854 – 1899
Architectural Legacy

Coral-Stone Heritage Church

Construction of the historic San Pablo Apostol Parish Church, crafted from hand-chiseled coral stones on an elevated ridge overlooking the Inabanga River. It features centuries-old colonial religious artifacts, bells, and hand-carved retablos.

Inabanga Heritage Milestone
20th Century
Artisan Loom Mastery

Mat Capital of Bohol

Generations of Inabangnon women refined the traditional craft of loom-weaving indigenous tikog and buri reeds. Inabanga flourished into the recognized "Mat Capital of Bohol," exporting colorful artisan woven handicrafts, mats, and bags worldwide.

Inabanga Heritage Milestone
Present Day
Modern Open Governance

Resilient 50-Barangay Municipality

A thriving 3rd-class municipality uniting 50 barangays across fertile inland farms, mangrove coasts, and offshore island communities like Cuaming, advancing public transparency, river eco-tourism, and sustainable community livelihoods.

Inabanga Heritage Milestone

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