OPTIMIZING PLANNING AND MONITORING SYSTEMS FOR LOCAL BUDGETS: A MUNICIPAL GOVERNANCE PERSPECTIVE
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Local budgets, municipal governance, strategic planning, budget monitoring, performance-based budgeting, participatory budgeting, digital PFM systems, fiscal transparency, capacity building, public accountability.Abstract
Efficient planning and monitoring systems are essential for ensuring transparency, accountability, and strategic resource allocation in local government budgets. This paper examines modern approaches to optimizing these systems within municipal governance, focusing on the integration of strategic planning, participatory processes, performance-based monitoring, and digital tools. The study highlights that medium-term financial planning frameworks, when combined with citizen engagement and data-driven decision-making, significantly improve the alignment between budget allocations and local development priorities. Likewise, advanced monitoring systems using performance indicators and real-time reporting enable municipalities to evaluate implementation progress and make timely adjustments. However, successful optimization depends not only on technology but also on institutional capacity, political support, and a clear regulatory environment. The paper concludes that municipalities adopting integrated and transparent planning and monitoring practices are better positioned to deliver responsive, effective, and inclusive public services.
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