Administrative Code of 1987/Book IV/Title XII/Chapter 5

by Corazon Aquino

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Chapter 5—Regional and Field Offices

Sec. 18. Regional and Field Offices.—The Secretary is authorized to establish, operate and maintain one Regional Office in each of the administrative regions established by law. A Regional Office shall have, within its administrative region, the following functions:

(1) Implement laws, rules, and regulations, other issuances, policies, plans, programs and projects of the Department;

(2) Provide efficient and effective service to local government;

(3) Coordinate with regional offices of other departments, offices and agencies affecting local administration and development;

(4) Assist local government units in developing their capabilities for local government administration and development; and

(5) Perform such other functions as may be delegated by the Secretary or as provided by law.