Action plan – Mendoza, Argentina, 2026 – 2027

At-a-Glance

Duration

Dec 2027

Date Submitted

19th March 2026

Foreword(s)

Open Government represents an evolution of the democratic model aimed at strengthening transparencyAccording to OGP’s Articles of Governance, transparency occurs when “government-held information (including on activities and decisions) is open, comprehensive, timely, freely available to the pub... More, citizen participationAccording to OGP’s Articles of Governance, citizen participation occurs when “governments seek to mobilize citizens to engage in public debate, provide input, and make contributions that lead to m... More, and collaboration between government and society. Rather than a set of isolated policies, it constitutes a way of governing based on continuous dialogue with citizens, access to public information, and the strategic use of data to improve decision-making and the quality of public policies.

In the City of Mendoza, this approach has been consolidated as a strategic pillar of municipal management. In recent years, the municipality has promoted a sustained process of institutionalizing open government by developing digital infrastructure, transparency standards, and tools that expand access to public information. Initiatives such as the Open Government Portal, the Open DataBy opening up data and making it sharable and reusable, governments can enable informed debate, better decision making, and the development of innovative new services. Technical specifications: Polici... Portal, the Citizen Geoportal, and the Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Portal reflect this commitmentOGP commitments are promises for reform co-created by governments and civil society and submitted as part of an action plan. Commitments typically include a description of the problem, concrete action... to a more open, accessible, and evidence-based public administration.

The ambitionAccording to OGP’s Articles of Governance, OGP commitments should “stretch government practice beyond its current baseline with respect to key areas of open government.” Ambition captures the po... of Mendoza’s Second Open Government Action Plan is to deepen these efforts and consolidate a governance model that integrates transparency, citizen participation, accountability, and public innovation across municipal policies and institutions. The plan aims to strengthen collaboration between local government, civil society organizations, academia, the private sectorGovernments are working to open private sector practices as well — including through beneficial ownership transparency, open contracting, and regulating environmental standards. Technical specificat... More, and citizens, promoting co-creation processes that enable the development of more inclusive, effective, and sustainable public policies.

Within this framework, the City of Mendoza and the civil society actors participating in the co-creation processCollaboration between government, civil society and other stakeholders (e.g., citizens, academics, private sector) is at the heart of the OGP process. Participating governments must ensure that a dive... commit to working collaboratively in the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the plan. Their shared objective is to consolidate an institutional culture based on openness, innovation, and public accountabilityAccording to OGP’s Articles of Governance, public accountability occurs when ”rules, regulations, and mechanisms in place call upon government actors to justify their actions, act upon criticisms ... More, contributing to a more transparent, participatory, and citizen-oriented city.

Open Government Challenges, Opportunities and Strategic Vision

What is the long-term vision for open government in your context and jurisdiction?

The long-term vision of open government in the City of Mendoza is to consolidate a cross-cutting public management model in which transparency, citizen participation, accountability, and collaboration are structurally embedded across all areas of government. This approach seeks to move beyond isolated initiatives by fostering an organizational culture based on openness, the strategic use of data, and evidence-based decision-making.

Within this framework, open government is envisioned as a key pillar to strengthen public trust, improve the quality of public policies, and promote a more efficient, inclusive, and innovative administration. The City aims to deepen participation and co-creation mechanisms, expanding engagement with civil society, academia, and the private sector, while leveraging digital technologies to enhance access to information and citizen interaction.

The vision also includes strengthening data governance, system interoperability, and institutional capacities to ensure the sustainability of an open government policy aligned with international standards.

What are the achievements in open government to date (for example, recent open government reforms)?

The City of Mendoza has made significant progress in institutionalizing open government, consolidating a regulatory, technological, and organizational framework focused on transparency and access to information. Key milestones include adherence to Provincial Law No. 9070 on Access to Public Information, the creation of the Open Government Portal, and the implementation of the Open Data Portal, which currently offers a wide range of datasets in reusable formats.

The City has also developed key tools such as the Citizen Geoportal and the Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Portal, strengthening active transparency and facilitating access to strategic public information. In parallel, Mendoza has advanced in establishing a data governance policy through the Municipal Data Strategy and the creation of a Data Governance Committee.

These efforts have been recognized externally, including sustained leadership in Argentina’s National Open Data Index developed by the Open Knowledge Foundation, where the City has achieved first place with 100% compliance, as well as the attainment of the What Works Cities certification.

What are the current challenges/areas for improvement in open government that the jurisdiction wishes to tackle?

The City of Mendoza has made significant progress in institutionalizing open government; however, several challenges remain to further consolidate and deepen this governance model.

First, there is a need to strengthen citizen participation by promoting more active, inclusive, and targeted mechanisms that enable greater citizen influence in public decision-making. This implies moving beyond informative approaches toward more structured and sustainable co-creation processes.

It is also necessary to enhance coordination with key stakeholders, such as civil society organizations, academia, and the private sector, by creating more systematic collaboration spaces linked to specific public policies.

In terms of data, the City aims to improve data quality, integration, and interoperability, strengthening data governance and promoting its strategic use both internally and for public access.

Finally, there is a need to consolidate a cross-cutting organizational culture based on transparency, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making, by strengthening institutional capacities and ensuring the sustainability of open government policies.

What are the medium-term open government goals that the government wants to achieve?

In the medium term, the City of Mendoza aims to consolidate an open government model fully integrated into municipal management by strengthening citizen participation, active transparency, and cross-sector collaboration. The City seeks to expand and diversify participation mechanisms, promoting co-creation processes that effectively engage citizens and key stakeholders in public policy design.

It also aims to deepen its open data policy by improving the quality, updating, and reuse of public information, while encouraging its use across different sectors. At the same time, the City plans to strengthen data governance by promoting system interoperability and building institutional capacities.

Ultimately, the goal is to consolidate an evidence-based, innovative, and continuously improving public administration that enhances efficiency, transparency, and public trust.

How does this action plan contribute to achieve the Open Government Strategic Vision?

The Second Open Government Action Plan is a key instrument for advancing the implementation of the Strategic Vision by translating its principles into concrete, measurable, and results-oriented commitments. Through this plan, the City seeks to consolidate the cross-cutting integration of open government into municipal management by promoting specific actions in transparency, participation, collaboration, and data use.

The co-creation process ensures the inclusionOGP participating governments are working to create governments that truly serve all people. Commitments in this area may address persons with disabilities, women and girls, lesbian, gay, bisexual, tr... More of multiple perspectives, strengthening the legitimacy of public policies and their alignment with citizens’ needs. In addition, the plan establishes monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track progress, identify improvement opportunities, and ensure the sustainability of initiatives.

In this way, the plan functions as an operational tool that connects the strategic vision with day-to-day management, enabling its effective implementation.

How does the open government strategic vision contribute to the accomplishment of the current administration’s overall policy goals?

The strategic vision of open government directly contributes to the administration’s broader policy objectives by strengthening transparency, improving the quality of public management, and fostering greater public trust. By integrating data use, participation, and accountability into governance processes, it supports more informed, efficient, and inclusive decision-making.

Furthermore, the open government approach helps optimize resource allocation, enhance public service deliveryTo ensure that citizens of all groups are better supported by the government, OGP participating governments are working to improve the quality of and access to public services. Commitments in this are... More, and promote innovation in management. Collaboration with social actors and the promotion of participatory processes strengthen the legitimacy and impact of public policies.

In this way, open government serves as a cross-cutting driver that supports the achievement of the administration’s strategic objectives, including sustainable development, state modernization, and the improvement of citizens’ quality of life.

Engagement and Coordination in the Open Government Strategic Vision and OGP Action Plan

Please list the lead institutions responsible for the implementation of this OGP action plan.

• Digital Transformation, Smart Cities and Open Government Directorate (lead coordination)

What kind of institutional arrangements are in place to coordinate between government agencies and departments to implement the OGP action plan?

The implementation of the Open Government Action Plan is coordinated by the Digital Transformation, Smart Cities and Open Government Directorate, which serves as the lead coordinating body. This Directorate works in a cross-cutting manner with the municipal departments responsible for each commitment, jointly defining objectives, activities, timelines, and monitoring mechanisms.

Interdepartmental coordination is supported through regular meetings, planning workshops, and ongoing technical support to strengthen institutional capacities and promote ownership of open government principles. Additionally, efforts are made to progressively integrate commitments into routine management processes, ensuring a sustainable and cross-cutting approach within the municipal administration.

What kind of spaces have you used or created to enable the collaboration between government and civil society in the co-creation and implementation of this action plan? Mention both offline and online spaces.

The main collaboration space is the Multi-Stakeholder ForumRegular dialogue between government and civil society is a core element of OGP participation. It builds trust, promotes joint problem-solving, and empowers civil society to influence the design, imple..., composed of the municipal government, the National University of Cuyo, and Fundación Nuestra Mendoza. This space enabled the validation of the strategic vision and the definition of priority commitments through in-person meetings and collaborative work.

During implementation, each commitment will include specific participation spaces, both online and offline, engaging civil society organizations, academia, and local ecosystem actors. These spaces will support co-creation, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the commitments.

What measures did you take to ensure diversity of representation (including vulnerable or marginalized populations) in these spaces?

Diversity of representation is ensured through the composition of the Multi-Stakeholder Forum and the design of participation spaces linked to each commitment. Priority is given to including civil society organizations, community actors, and historically underrepresented groups.

Both in-person and virtual participation mechanisms are enabled to reduce access barriers and broaden inclusion, ensuring that diverse voices can contribute to the design, implementation, and monitoring of public policies.

Who participated in these spaces?

Participants included the municipal government, the National University of Cuyo, and Fundación Nuestra Mendoza as key actors in the co-creation process. During implementation, participation will be expanded to include civil society organizations, academia, the private sector, entrepreneurs, and local ecosystem actors relevant to each commitment.

How many groups participated in these spaces?

2

How many public-facing meetings were held in the co-creation process?

4

How will government and non-governmental stakeholders continue to collaborate through the implementation of the action plan?

Collaboration between governmental and non-governmental stakeholders will continue through joint work, monitoring, and evaluation mechanisms. Each commitment will include dedicated co-creation and implementation spaces, where responsible departments will engage relevant civil society organizations.

The Multi-Stakeholder Forum will serve as a platform for monitoring and feedback, reviewing progress, proposing adjustments, and sharing lessons learned. In addition, a participatory evaluation will be conducted at the end of each annual cycle to redefine priorities and strengthen accountability.

Please describe the independent Monitoring Body you have identified for this plan.

To be confirmed.

Provide the contact details for the independent monitoring body.

• TBC

What types of activities will you have in place to discuss progress on commitments with stakeholders?

Periodic follow-up sessions will be held within the Multi-Stakeholder Forum to present progress, discuss results, and identify opportunities for improvement in the implementation of commitments.

In addition, each commitment will include dedicated engagement spaces with relevant stakeholders, including meetings, workshops, and co-creation sessions, both online and offline. These activities will support collaboration, validate progress, and enable adjustments based on stakeholder feedback.

How will you regularly check in on progress with implementing agencies?

Progress will be monitored regularly through coordination between the Digital Transformation, Smart Cities and Open Government Directorate and the departments responsible for each commitment. Monitoring mechanisms will include progress reports, coordination meetings, and milestone reviews.

Additionally, data-driven management and monitoring tools will be used to assess progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions in a timely manner.

How will you share the results of your monitoring efforts with the public?

Monitoring results will be periodically published through the Municipality’s institutional channels, including the Open Government portal and other digital platforms. Efforts will be made to provide clear, accessible, and reusable information, promoting proactive transparency.

Progress will also be shared within participatory spaces such as the Multi-Stakeholder Forum, and monitoring reports will be produced to inform citizens about the status of commitment implementation. This approach aims to strengthen accountability and public trust.

Endorsement from Non-Governmental Stakeholders

• Facundo Heras, President, Nuestra Mendoza
• Federico Morandini, General Legal and Technical Coordinator, UNC

Commitments

• Institucionalize the Participatory Budget of the City of Mendoza
• Consolidate and institutionalize the Impact Hub “Huella Mendoza”
• Institutionalize a Green Fund