<![CDATA[This research examines the role and capacity of development planning in absorbing community aspirations in Gorontalo Regency. In the context of decentralization, local governments are expected to implement development with clear meaning and direction, accommodating the aspirations of various interest groups, pressure groups, and political parties. This study adopts a qualitative approach involving various stakeholders, including the technical team of BAPPEDA, relevant government agencies (OPD), and civil society organizations. Observation, interviews, and document analysis are employed as data collection techniques, focusing on planning documents, policies, and the results of Musrenbang (development planning forums). The development planning process in Gorontalo Regency faces challenges due to the passive involvement of the community in the Musrenbang forum. Bureaucratic elites from the village to the regency levels remain dominant, and the lack of regulations regarding cooperation among stakeholders prioritizes individual interests. Many community proposals are still excluded from the Regional Government Work Plan (RKPD), indicating the bureaucracy's dominance in decision-making. The evaluation of BAPPEDA underscores the need for improvement in administrative, technical, analytical, and communicative aspects. Low community participation, political interventions, and an assessment of representation and the ability to convey aspirations are crucial focal points for enhancing the effectiveness of regional development planning.]]>
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