Operationalization of the Local Culture and Arts Council (LCAC) in the Municipality of Guinobatan: An Assessment

Abstract

The study employed qualitative-descriptive method and made use of the Systems Theory of Organizations by Kantz and Khan anchored on Creative Economy Model of Economic Growth. The objective was to determine LGU Guinobatan’s extent of compliance to DILGMC2017-133, titled Creation of Local Culture and Arts Council. Three-point Likert Scale was utilized to find out the compliance to the identified dimensions. Guinobatan is a first-class municipality in Albay, conveniently situated near growth areas: air and land accessible with progressing amenities and nature sights ideal for tourism cultural experience. LGU Guinobatan is moderately compliant to the composition of LCAC, accomplishments of programs and plans and members’ relevant trainings. However, it posted fair compliance to the sustainability plan and involvement of grassroot communities. The study recommends to strengthen the functions of Guinobatan Culture and Arts Council through: Appreciation of geographic, historical, cultural and socio-economic town’s asset, converting viable/sustainable tourism and cultural programs; Ordinance institutionalizing organizational structure, budget allocation for development conservation plans and programs; Demonstrate strong political will in creation and implementation of sustainability plan; Bottom-up approach in tourism and heritage planning/programming.