Makati allots P9.1 billion for social development sector

MANILA, Philippines — The local government of Makati has earmarked over P9.1 billion for the city’s development sector, according to Mayor Abby Binay.

Binay said the amount is nearly half of the city’s funding of P19.7 billion for 2024.

She said residents of Makati could look forward to enhanced benefits and programs this year, considering the anticipated substantial savings following the transfer of 10 enlisted men’s barrios or “embo” barangays to Taguig.

“Despite a reduction of P700 million in the National Tax Allotment due to the transfer of the embo barangays to Taguig, I want to assure Makatizens that our commitment to social services remains unwavering,” Binay said in a statement.

“We are blessed to have a steady and thriving economy. We recognize the importance of utilizing our resources wisely to enhance the overall well-being of residents and foster a more inclusive and equitable society,” she added.

The Makati government will add to its list of covered immunizations anti-shingles vaccines, which cost up to P10,000. Yellow Card holders can avail themselves of this vaccine for free.

The health sector got the largest share among the social development sub-sectors in the approved 2024 budget, with P4.1 billion, followed by education with P3.2 billion and social welfare with P1.9 billion.