Mandate of the PPDO Pursuant to Section 476 of RA 7160, the PPDO is mandated to:
Conduct continuing studies, researches, and training programs necessary to evolve plans and programs for implementation.
Integrate and coordinate all sectoral plans and studies undertaken by the different functional groups or agencies.
Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the different development programs, projects, and activities in accordance with the approved development plan.
Prepare comprehensive plans and other development planning documents for the consideration of the local development council.
Analyze the income and expenditure patterns, and formulate and recommend fiscal plans and policies for consideration by the local finance committee and the local development council.
Promote people's participation in development planning within the local government unit.
Exercise supervision and control over the secretariat of the local development council.
Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.