The League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP), also known simply as the League of Cities, is a formal organization of all cities in the Philippines. As of July 8, 2023, there are 149 cities which are part of the organization.

Statutory Basis

Its creation and purpose is mandated by Section 499 of the Republic Act 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991, as amended, which states: There shall be an organization of all cities to be known as the League of Cities for the primary purpose of ventilating, articulating and crystallizing issues affecting city government administration, and securing, through proper and legal means, solutions thereto.

Mission

The league as the following mission statement:

Vision

Meanwhile, the league has the following vision statement: An organization of cities united and committed to genuine and effective local autonomy and development, with democratic access to all available resources.

Representation

Each city is represented in the League by their city mayor. In case of his absence or incapacity, the vice mayor or a sanggunian member of the city shall be its representative after being elected for this purpose by its members.

Chapters

The League is organized into provincial and national chapters. Highly urbanized cities also form their own distinct chapter. Every chapter has the following set of officers: The board of directors has the power to create any other position needed to properly manage their respective chapter. A secretary-general is chosen from among the national league members and is tasked to manage the daily activities of the national league.

Powers, Functions, and Duties

Section 501 of the Local Government Code of 1991 outlines the following powers, functions and duties of the League:

Funding

The league is funded by contributions of its member local government units and/or by any fund raising activity that they organize. These funds shall be deposited to the treasurer as trust funds and is subjected to pertinent accounting and auditing rules. Chapter funds are considered separated and distinct from national funds.