1. Formulate integrated economic, social, physical and other development plans and policies for consideration of the Municipal Development Council;
2. Conduct continuing studies, researches and training programs necessary to evolve plans and programs for implementation;
3. Integrate and coordinate all sector plans and studies undertaken by the different functional groups or agencies;
4. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the different development programs, projects and activities in accordance with the approved development plan;
5. Prepare comprehensive plan and other development planning documents for consideration of the Municipal Development Council;
6. Analyze the income and expenditure pattern and formulate and recommend fiscal plans and policies for the consideration of the Local Finance Committee;
7. Promote peoples participation in development planning within the Local Government Unit;
8. Exercise supervision and control over the secretariat of the Municipal Development Council;
9. Exercise such other powers and perform such other functions and duties as maybe prescribed by law or ordinance.

   “The Santa Fe Municipal Planning and Development Office formulates, implements and monitors approved development plans, and prepares comprehensive plans and other development planning documents for consideration of the Municipal Development Council.”

   “The Santa Fe Municipal Planning and Development Office exists to prepare and formulate social, economic, infrastructure, environmental, administrative and other development programs in pursuit of the vision, mission and objectives of the municipality. “