The Municipality of Sara values your right to privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information we collect from you in the course of delivering public services.


1. What Personal Data We Collect

  Depending on the service or transaction, our offices may collect:

  • Basic Information: Name, address, date/place of birth, sex, marital status, nationality, contact details.
  • Government Records: Taxpayer and business permit records, civil registry information, identification cards (e.g., Senior Citizen ID, PWD).
  • Financial Information: Income, financial capability, property and tax records, payment history.
  • Social & Demographic Information: Household and CBMS survey data, educational attainment, employment, livelihood, and community participation.
  • Sensitive Information: Health records, emergency/disaster-related information, social welfare data, and other information required for government assistance programs.

2. Why We Collect Your Data (Purpose of Processing)

  We collect personal data to:

  • Deliver frontline services (permits, licenses, IDs, certifications).
  • Implement social welfare, health, education, livelihood, and community programs.
  • Fulfill our functions in taxation, business regulation, disaster risk reduction, and public safety.
  • Comply with national reporting requirements (e.g., CBMS, PSA, DICT, DOH, DILG, etc.).
  • Improve transparency, accountability, and efficiency in public service.

3. How We Use, Share, and Store Your Data

  Your data is used only for declared, legitimate, and lawful purposes.

  • We may share information with authorized government agencies (e.g., PSA, DICT, DOH, DILG, BIR) when required by law.
  • All records, whether electronic or paper-based, are kept secure and confidential.
  • Data retention follows government standards; records are disposed of properly once no longer needed.

4. Your Rights as a Data Subject

  Under the Data Privacy Act, you have the right to:

  • Be informed about how your data is collected and used.
  • Access, correct, or update your personal data.
  • Object to unlawful data processing.
  • Withdraw consent when applicable.
  • File a complaint in case of misuse or unauthorized disclosure.

5. Our Commitment to Protecting Your Data

The Municipality of Sara implements organizational, physical, and technical measures to secure your data, including restricted access, encryption, regular backups, and staff training on data privacy.

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