Geographic Administrative Units

DRRM ROSARIO INNOVATION

Geographic Administrative Units (GAU)

DRRM Rosario is proud to introduce the concept of Geographic Administrative Units, a strategic framework designed to enhance governance, service delivery, and disaster resilience through well-defined spatial boundaries. This concept organizes the municipality into manageable units that support targeted planning, coordination, and resource allocation. By leveraging this approach, Rosario, Batangas can better integrate various local initiatives into broader municipal and regional goals, fostering sustainable development and community preparedness.

Three Key Frameworks

The Geographic Administrative Units in Rosario encompass three key frameworks: Rural Health Unit (RHU) Catchment Areas, Municipal Districts, and Barangay Clusters. 

• The RHU Catchment Areas, established by the Department of Health (DOH), delineate zones based on the coverage and service reach of the municipality's health facilities, ensuring efficient and equitable delivery of healthcare services. 

• The Municipal Districts, informed by the Watershed Approach to Land Use Planning, group barangays based on shared natural resource systems, such as watersheds, to promote sustainable resource management and land use strategies. 

• Meanwhile, Barangay Clusters, adopted as a community organizing strategy, divide the municipality’s 48 barangays into eight clusters to improve the coordination of social development projects and disaster preparedness initiatives.

Vital Components of Resilience-Building

This framework allows for a more cohesive approach to planning and governance, ensuring that each unit receives attention and resources tailored to its unique needs and characteristics. By introducing and promoting Geographic Administrative Units, DRRM Rosario aims to align local actions with overarching DRRM objectives while empowering communities to actively participate in shaping their own development. These units not only provide a foundation for efficient service delivery but also serve as vital components of resilience-building, enabling Rosario, Batangas to respond to challenges more effectively and sustainably.