LOCAL chief executive and the City Council of Cagayan de Oro City have been commended by the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) for streamlining their business permits and licensing systems and implementing the electronic Business One-Stop Shop or eBOSS.
Mayor Rolando 'Klarex' Uy and the members of the city council happily received recognition from the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) for implementing the full automation of the eBOSS at the city hall.
The Certificate of Commendation was presented by Dr. Jutchel Nayra, the Regional Chief of ARTA Northern Mindanao Regional Field Office 10, during a flag-raising ceremony held at the city hall quadrangle on Monday morning, July 3.
It is worth noting that the initial recognition was bestowed by Secretary Ernesto V. Perez, the Director General of ARTA, during the inauguration of the new regional field office located at the NFA compound in Baloy, Tablon, on June 22.
Cagayan de Oro is the first city in Mindanao and the second city outside Metro Manila to receive such an honor from ARTA.
The eBOSS computer automation program is one of the innovations introduced by the City Finance Department to streamline and expedite the business permit application process, ensuring that business owners no longer need to endure long queues at the city hall.
A key feature of the full automation of eBOSS is the online billing and payment system, which facilitates the payment of business and real property taxes, traffic violations, city building fees, market stall rentals, ordinance violation receipts (OVR), and civil registry fees.
“Transparency is a fundamental aspect of Mayor Klarex Uy's leadership,” said City Mayor chief of staff Shiela Lumbatan, adding that it plays a crucial role in his economic recovery program for the city.
Lumbatan said by implementing the full automation of eBOSS, the city government aims to create a transparent and efficient business environment.
This initiative eliminates unnecessary bureaucracy and reduces red tape, making it easier for entrepreneurs to start and operate their businesses, according to Lumbatan.
With the online billing and payment system, business owners have easy access to accurate and up-to-date information on their tax obligations and other fees.
This transparency fosters trust between the government and the business community, encouraging investment and economic growth in the city.
Moreover, by simplifying and expediting the business permit application process, the economic recovery program promotes entrepreneurship and stimulates the local economy.
By prioritizing transparency and efficiency through initiatives like the eBOSS automation program, Mayor Klarex Uy demonstrates his commitment to good governance and effective economic management.
The recognition received from ARTA further validates the success of these efforts and encourages continued progress in building a business-friendly city that thrives on transparency and accountability.
