city departments
development administration
Hon. Hermenegildo A. Gualberto
City Mayor
Contact No. : (63) (072) 888-6906, 687-8100 loc 104
Fax No. (63) (072) 888-6907
e-mail : ocm@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
Executive direction, control, supervision and management of the city affairs.
OBJECTIVES
To give an efficient and productive administration and to accomplish as much as possible within the limited resources of the programs of national government.
ACTIVITIES
The City Mayor, as chief of the city, shall exercise such powers and perform such duties and functions as provided by the Code and other applicable laws.
For efficient, effective and economical governance the purpose of which is the general welfare of the city and its inhabitants pursuant to Section 16 of the Code, the City Mayor shall:
- Exercise general supervision and control over all programs, projects, services and activities of the city.
- Enforce all laws and ordinances relative to the governance of the city and in the exercise of the appropriate corporate powers provided in Rule IX of these Rules, implement all approved policies, programs, projects, services, and activities of the city.
- Initiate and maximize the generations of resources and revenues, and apply the same to the implementation of development plans, program objectives and priorities as provided in Section 18 of the Code, particularly those resources and revenues programmed for agro-industrial development and countryside growth and progress.
- Ensure the delivery services and the provision of adequate facilities as provided in Rule V of these Rules, in addition thereto, .n and repair of roads and highways funded by the National Government shall, as far as practicable, be carried out in a spatially contiguous manner and in coordination with the construction and repair of the roads and bridges of the city, and in the case of component cities, of the city and of the province.
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Col. Ramon F. Laudencia, MNSA, CSEE
City Administrator
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 0
email: adm@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The City Administrator shall take the charge of the office of the City Administrator, and shall:
- Develop plans and strategies and upon approval thereof by the City Mayor, implement the same particularly those which have to do with the management and administration-related programs and projects which the City Mayor is empowered to implement and which the Sangguniang Panlungsod is empowered to provide;
- Assist in the coordination of the work of all the officials of the City; under the supervision, direction and control of the City Mayor, and for this purpose, he may convene the chiefs of offices and other officials of the City;
- Establish and maintain a sound personnel program for the City designed to promote career development and uphold the merit principle in the local government service;
- Conduct a continuing organizational development of the City with the end in view of instituting effective administrative reforms;
- Be in the frontline of the delivery of administrative support services, particularly those related to the situations during and in the aftermath of manmade and natural disasters and calamities;
- Recommend to the Sangguniang Panlungsod and advise the City Mayor on all matters relative to the management and administration of the City; and Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinances.
Atty. Maria Nadia Nalinac Gonzales-Pilar
City Legal Officer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 137
e-mail : clo@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
Formulate measures, develop plans and strategies and implement the case, particularly those which have to do with programs and projects related to legal services which the City Mayor is empowered to implement and which the Sangguniang Panlungsod is empowered to provide.
POWERS AND DUTIES
The City Legal Officer, the Chief Counsel of the Local Government Unit shall take charge of the office or legal services and shall:
- Formulate measures foe the consideration of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and provide legal assistance and support to the City Mayor in carrying out the delivery of basic services and provision of adequate facilities;
- Develop plans and strategies and upon approval thereof by the City Mayor, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with programs and projects related to legal services which the City Mayor is empowered and which the Sangguniang Panlungsod is empowered to provide;
- Represent the City in all civil actions and special proceedings wherein the City or any official thereof, in his official capacity, is a party: Provided, that in actions or proceedings wherein the City is a party adverse to the provincial government or to a municipality, a special legal officer may be employed to represent the adverse party;
- When required by the City Mayor or Sangguniang Panlungsod, draft ordinances, contracts, bonds, leases and other instruments involving any interest of the City and provide comments and recommendations on any instruments already drawn;
- Render his opinion in writing on any question of law when requested to do so by the City Mayor or Sangguniang Panlungsod;
- Investigate or cause to be investigated any local official or employee for administrative neglect or misconduct in office and recommend appropriate action to the City Mayor or Sangguniang Panlungsod, as the case maybe;
- Investigate or cause to be investigated any person, firm or corporation holding any franchise or exercising any public privilege for failure to comply with any term or condition in the grant of such franchise or privilege and recommend appropriate action to the City Mayor or Sangguniang Panlungsod, as the case may be;
- When directed by the City Mayor or Sangguniang Panlungsod, initiate and prosecute, in the interest of the City, any civil action on any bond, lease or other contract upon any breach or violation thereof;
- Review and submit recommendations on ordinances approved and executive orders issued by component units of the City;
- Recommend measures to the Sangguniang Panlungsod and advise the City Mayor on all matters related to upholding the rule of law;
- Be in the frontline of protecting human rights and prosecuting any violations thereof, particularly those which occur during and in the aftermath of man-made or natural disasters and calamities; and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Mr. Roderic D. Gacayan
OIC, City GSO
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 114 / 154
e-mail : gso@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The City General Services Officer shall take charge of the office on general services, and shall:
- Formulate measures for the consideration of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and provide technical assistance and support to the City Mayor in carrying out measures to ensure the delivery of basic services and provision of adequate facilities which require general services expertise and technical support services;
- Develop plans and strategies and, upon approval thereof by the City Mayor, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with general services supportive of the welfare of the inhabitants of the City which the City Mayor is empowered to implement and which the Sangguniang Panlungsod is empowered to provide;
- Take custody of and be accountable for all properties, real or personal, owned by the City and those granted to it in the form of donation, reparation, assistance and counterpart of joint projects;
- With the approval of the City Mayor, assign building or land space to local officials or other public officials who, by law, are entitled to such space;
- Recommend to the City Mayor the reasonable rental rates for the city properties, whether real or personal, which will be leased to public or private entities by the City;
- Maintain and supervise janitorial, security, landscaping and other related services in all city government buildings and other real property, whether owned or leased by the City;
- Collate and disseminate information regarding prices, shipping and other costs of supplies and other items commonly used by the City;
- Perform archival and record management with respect to records of offices and departments of the City Government;
- Be in the frontline of general services related activities, such as the possible or imminent destruction or damage to records, supplies, properties, and structures and the orderly and sanitary clearing up of waste materials or debris, particularly during and in the aftermath of man-made and natural disasters and calamities;
- Recommend to the Sangguniang Panlungsod and advise the City Mayor on all other matters relative to general services; and Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Mr. Niño E. Tuazon
City Civil Registrar
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 146 / 157
e-mail : reg@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The Civil Registrar shall take charge of the office civil registry and shall:
- The civil registry shall be responsible for the civil registration program in the City, pursuant to the Civil Registry Law, the Civil Code, and other pertinent laws, rules and regulations issued to implement them;
- Develop plans and strategies and, upon approval thereof by the City Mayor, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with civil registry programs and projects which the City Mayor is empowered to implement and which the Sangguniang Panlungsod is empowered to provide;
- Accept all registrable documents and judicial decrees affecting the civil status of persons;
- File, keep and preserve in a secure place the books required by law;
- Transcribe and enter immediately upon receipt all registrable documents and judicial decrees affecting the civil status of persons in the appropriate civil registry books;
- Transmit to the office of the civil registrar-general, within the prescribed period, duplicate copies of registered documents required by law;
- Issue certified transcript of copies of any certificate or registered documents upon payment of the prescribed fees to the City Treasurer;
- Receive applications for the issuance of a marriage license and, after determining that the requirements and supporting certificates and publication thereof for the prescribed period have been complied with, issue the license upon payment of the authorized fee to the City Treasurer;
- and assist in the preparation of demographic and other statistics for the City; and Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Ms. Evangeline S. Mendoza
City Human Resource Mgmt Officer I
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 134
e-mail : hrmo@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- Responsible for the development of plans and strategies on personnel management
- Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a sound personnel program for the City, designed to promote career development and uphold the merit principle;
- Develop and implement strategic plans on human resource management to attain organizational goals;
- Spearhead and lead the organization into identifying its strength and capabilities particularly on human resources, with the end goal of realizing organizational changes and increased capability; and;
- Formulate programs for a continuing career and personnel development at all levels.
- Responsible for establishing a sound recruitment, selection and placement system within the organization;
- Responsible for the accurate computation of rewards and incentives due to the employees;
- Responsible for all benefits and grants due to the employees;
- Responsible for administrative, resource and records management;
- Responsible for the development of a comprehensive training plan for employees;
- Responsible for the development of knowledge, skills and capabilities of employees to maintain high level of competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities;
- Responsible for the management and evaluation of work performance;
- Responsible for employee discipline;
- Act as the think tank of the office in terms of personnel development matters;
Engr. Germie O. Deang
Department Head, CICTO
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 139 / 113
e-mail : cicto@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- Responsible for the primary policy, planning, coordinating, implementing, regulating, and administrative entity of the City Government that will promote, develop, and regulate integrated and strategic information and communications technology systems and reliable and cost-efficient communication facilities and services;
- Responsible for the facilitation of automation, networking and transfer of technology for the government’s offices and sections intended to improve public service;
- Responsible for the development of the City government Information Technology needs and maintain custodial responsibilities over assigned properties and facilities;
- Responsible for the conduct of IT related training and educational seminars to city personnel for their advancement/enrichment.
- Responsible for system development, configuration, implementation and administration;
- The sections focus on system design, conformance to standards, maximizing system performance, capacity planning
- Review and assess all new application acquisition and development in accordance to the need of the city departments/offices;
- Responsible to all agency-wide desktop application system and in-house server administration and configuration;
- Review current technologies available in the market and make recommendation as to what will be a responsive tool that support the city’s objectives and strategies;
- Supports installation, configuration, repair and preventive maintenance of all IT equipment of the city.
Ms. Kimberly N. Raquiño
OIC, Internal Auditor
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 118
e-mail : iao@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The Office of the Internal Auditor (OIA) shall be an integral part of the City Government and shall assist in the management and effective discharge of its responsibilities without intruding into the authority and mandate of the COA under the Constitution. Detached from all functions of routine operating character enumerated under Section 2 of AO 278, s. 1992, the OIA shall conduct any of the following types of audit:
- Compliance audit is the evaluation of the degree of compliance with laws, regulations, managerial policies, and operating procedures in the LGU, including compliance with accountability measures, ethical standards, and contractual obligations. (1.9.1 Compliance Audit, Internal Audit Manual for Local Government Units (2016), p. 10)
- Management audit is a separate evaluation of the effectiveness of internal controls adapted in the operating and support services units/systems to determine whether they achieve the control objectives over a period of time or as of a specific date. This includes the determination of the degree of compliance with laws, regulations, managerial policies, accountability measures, ethical standards, and contractual obligations covering specific timeframes. It is a review and appraisal of the systems and processes, organizational and staffing structures, operations and management practices, records,reports, and performance standards of the agencies/units covered. (1.9.2 Management Audit, Internal Audit Manual for Local Government Units (2016), p. 10)
- Operations audit is a separate evaluation of the outcome, output, process, and input to determine whether government operations, programs, and projects are effective, efficient, ethical and economical, including compliance with laws, regulations, managerial policies, accountability measures, and contractual obligations. Operations audit of organizations, programs, and projects involves an evaluation of whether or not performance targets and expected results were achieved. (1.9.3 Operations Audit, Internal Audit Manual for Local Government Units (2016), p. 10)
development policy / legislation
Hon. Alfredo Pablo R. Ortega
City Vice-Mayor
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 145, 607-4632
e-mail: ocvm@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
POWERS, DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS
The Vice-Mayor shall:
- Be the presiding officer of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and sign all warrants drawn on the City Treasury for all expenditures appropriated for the operation of the Sangguniang Panlungsod;
- Appoint all officials and employees of the Sangguniang Panlungsod, except those whose manner of appointment is specifically provided under these Rules, subject to civil service law, rules and regulations; and
- Assume the office of the City Mayor for the unexpired term of the latter in the event of permanent vacancy as provided under these Rules;
- Exercise the powers and perform the duties and functions of the City Mayor in cases of temporary vacancy as provided under these Rules.
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
Enactment, revision and amendment of ordinances and issuance of regulations necessary to carry out and discharge the responsibilities conferred upon it by law.
OBJECTIVES
To enact ordinances and regulations as shall be necessary for the physical and moral upliftment of the inhabitants of the city and ensure the protection of the property therein.
ACTIVITIES
The Sangguniang Panlungsod, the legislative body of the City, shall be compose of the City Vice-Mayor as presiding officer, the twelve (12) regular Sangguniang Members, the president of the city chapter of the Liga ng mga Barangay, the president of the Panlungsod ng Pederasyon ng mga Sangguniang Kabataan, and the sectoral representatives, as members;
In addition thereto, there shall be three (3) sectoral representatives: one (1) from the women; and, as shall be determined by the Sangguniang Panlungsod within (90) days prior to the holding of the local elections, one (1) from agricultural or industrial workers; and one (1) from the other sectors, including the urban poor, indigenous cultural communities, or disabled persons;
The regular members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and the sectoral representatives shall be elected in the manner as may be provided for by law. The elective members of the Sangguniang Panlungsod must be at least eighteen (18) years of age on Election Day. In addition, they shall possess the same other qualifications as that of the City Mayor and Vice-Mayor;
They shall receive such compensation, emoluments and allowances as may be determined by law or ordinance;
The Sangguniang Panlungsod shall:
- Approve ordinances and pass resolutions necessary for an efficient and effective City Government.
- Generate and maximize the use of resources and revenues for the development plans, program objectives and priorities of the city, with particular attention to agro-industrial development and city-wide growth and progress.
- Subject to the provisions of the Local Government Code of 1991, enact ordinances granting franchises and authorizing the issuance of permits or licenses, upon such conditions and for such purposes intended to promote the general welfare of the inhabitants of the City and pursuant to this legislative authority.
- Regulate activities relative to the use of land, buildings, and structures within the City in order to promote the general welfare and, for said purpose.
- Approve ordinances which ensure the efficient delivery of the basic services and facilities as provided for under the Local Government Code, and in addition to said services and facilities.
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Mr. Joseph M. De Guzman
Secretary to the Sanggunian Panlungsod
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-29-02
Telefax No. : (63) (072) 888-6921
e-mail : ossp@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
To assist the Sangguniang Panlungsod in carrying its multifarious functions.
OBJECTIVES
- Attend meetings of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and keep a journal of its proceedings;
- Keep the seal of the City and affix the same with his signature to all ordinances, and other official acts of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and present the same to the presiding officer for his signature;
- Forward to the City Mayor, for approval, copies of ordinances enacted by the Sangguniang Panlungsod and duly certified by the presiding officer;
- Transmit to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan the copies of duly approved ordinances;
- Furnish, upon request of any interested party, certified copies of records of public character in his custody, upon payment to the City Treasurer of such fees as may be prescribed by ordinance;
- Record in a book kept for purpose, all ordinances and resolutions enacted or adopted by the Sangguniang Panlungsod, with the dates of passage and publication thereof;
- Keep his office and all non-confidential records therein open to the public during the usual business hours;
- Translate into the dialect used by the majority of inhabitants all ordinances and resolutions immediately after their approval, and cause the publication thereof, together with the original version in the manner provided for under the Local Government Code;
- Take custody of the local archives and, where applicable, the local library and annually account for the same;
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinances relative to his position.
development PLANNING
Mr. Brix Caesar D. Cafuir, EnP
City Planning and Development Coordinator I
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 120 / 156
e-mail : cpdo.csflu@gmail.com
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The City Planning and Development Coordinator shall take charge of the city planning and development office, and shall:
- Formulate integrated economic, social, physical and other development plans and policies for consideration of the local development council;
- 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 the City 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 of the finance committee of the Sangguniang Panlungsod;
- Promote people participation in development planning within the City;
- Exercise supervision and control over the secretariat of the local development council; and Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Office for Strategy Management
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 106
e-mail : osm@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The Office for Strategy Management (OSM) is responsible for driving the strategic direction of the City Government by overseeing the formulation, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of strategic plans, policies and programs. The OSM ensures alignment of all departmental goals and initiatives with the City Government’s Vision, Mission and Priorities.
development financing
Mrs. Anna Liza A. Esperanza
City Budget Officer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 131 / 130
e-mail : cbo@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
General supervision and control over the City Budget Office.
OBJECTIVES
To prepare an efficient budgetary plans within the confines of the resources of the city.
ACTIVITIES
The City Budget Office shall take charge of the city budget office, and shall:
- Prepare forms, orders and circulars embodying instructions on budgetary and appropriation matters for the signature of the City Mayor;
- Review and consolidate the budget proposals of the different departments and offices of the City;
- Assist the City Mayor in the preparation of the budget and during budget hearings;
- Study and evaluate budgetary implications of proposed legislation and submit comments and recommendations thereon;
- Submit periodic budgetary reports to the Department of Budget and Management;
- Coordinate with the City Treasurer, the City Accountant, and the City Planning & Development Coordinator for the purpose of budgeting;
- Assist the Sangguniang Panlungsod in reviewing the approved budgets of the component barangays of the City;
- Coordinate with the city planning and development coordinator in the formulation of the development plan of the City; and Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance
Mr. Edmar C. Luna
City Treasurer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 125 / 119 / 127
e-mail : cto@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- Advise the City Mayor, the Sangguniang Panlungsod, and other local government and national officials concerned regarding disposition of local government funds and on such other matters relative to public finance;
- Take custody and exercise proper management of the funds of the City;
- Take charge of the disbursement of all and such other funds the custody of which may be entrusted to him by law or other competent authority;
- Inspect private commercial and industrial establishments within the jurisdiction of the City in relation to the implementation of tax ordinances, pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Code;
- Maintain and update the tax information system of the City, and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Ms. Mercy G. Go, CPA
City Accountant
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 133
e-mail : aca@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
To install and maintain audit system in the city government unit concerned.
ACTIVITIES
The City Accountant shall take charge of both the accounting and internal audit services of the City, and shall:
- Install and maintain an internal audit system in the City;
- Prepare and submit financial statements of the City Mayor and to the Sangguniang Panlungsod;
- Appraise the Sangguniang Panlungsod and other officials on the financial condition and operations of the City;
- Certify to the availability of budgetary allotment to which expenditures and obligations may be properly charged;
- Review supporting documents before preparation of vouchers to determine completeness of requirements;
- Prepare statements of cash advances, liquidation, salaries, allowances, reimbursement and remittances pertaining to the City;
- Prepare statements of journal vouchers and liquidation of the same and other adjustments related thereto;
- Post individual disbursements to the subsidiary ledgers and index cards;
- Maintain individual ledgers for officials and employees of the City pertaining to payrolls and deductions;
- Record and post in index cards details of purchased furniture, fixtures and equipment, including disposal thereof, if any;
- Account for all issued requests for obligations and maintain and keep all records and reports related thereto;
- Prepare journal and the analysis of obligations and maintain and keep all records and reports related thereto; and Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Ms. Thelma A. Jucutan, MPM, REA
City Assessor
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 153
e-mail : oca@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
To keep/maintain a correct record of all items for assessment purposes.
OBJECTIVES
To establish a systematic method of assessment of real property in accordance with the rules and regulations issued by the national government.
ACTIVITIES
The City Assessor shall take charge of the city assessor’s office, and shall:
- Ensure that all laws and policies governing the appraisal and assessment of real properties for taxation purposes are properly executed;
- Initiate, review and recommend changes in policies and objectives, plans and programs, techniques, procedures and practices in the valuation and assessment of real properties for taxation purposes;
- Establish a systematic method of real property assessment;
- Install and maintain a real property identification and accounting system;
- Prepare, install and maintain a system of tax mapping, showing graphically all properties subject to assessment and gather all data concerning the same;
- Conduct frequent physical surveys to verify and determine as to whether or not at all real properties within the City are properly listed in the assessment rolls;
- Exercise the functions of appraisal and assessment primarily for taxation purposes of all properties in the City;
- Prepare a schedule of the fair market value of the different classes of real properties in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Code;
- Issue, upon request of any interested party, certified copies of assessment records of real property and all other records relative to its assessment, upon payment of a service charge or fee to the City Treasurer;
- Submit every semester a report of all assessment, as well as cancellations of assessments, to the City Mayor and the Sangguniang Panlungsod; and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
development COMMUNICATION
Mr. Mark Anthony D. Latoja
Administrative Officer V
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 121 / 142
e-mail : pio@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- Develop and implement programs and necessary mechanisms pertaining to the delivery of information relating to the plans, programs, policies, achievements and official activities of the City Mayor and the city government;
- Develop, manage and operate city government-owned or controlled public information/mass communications structure/facilities to provide the City Mayor in particular and the city government in general, access to the people as an alternative to mass media entities;
- Set up and maintain a network of people and entities and system to ensure that accurate information from the City Mayor and the city government is effectively and efficiently relayed, delivered and disseminated to the public;
- Manage, control, supervise or assist as may be necessary the various city government units involved in information dissemination;
- Coordinate and cultivate relations with the media;
- Manage and administer the city government’s official news and information website and social media pages and accounts;
- Deals with the public, including the media, by advancing the city government’s mission, vision, goals and interests
- Explain how the city government’s programs and policies impact the public
- Help the citizenry understand the city government’s plans and actions
- Prepare and distribute information materials on behalf of the city government
- Monitor how the media reports on the city government as well as events and developments impact the city and its people
- Respond to media inquiries, arrange interviews and facilitate access to information, resource persons and subject matter experts
- Correct erroneous information and try to improve the interpretation and understanding of existing information
- Counter disinformation with the right information
- Engage the public through various media platforms/channels and encourage people’s participation in local governance and community development
- Provide sound advice and expertise to city officials on matters pertaining to media and mass communications.
AGRICULTURE, FISHERIES & LIVESTOCK
Dr. Mary Jane B. Alcedo
City Agriculturist
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 116
e-mail: agr@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
OBJECTIVES
To provide for the formulation of measures and to ensure the delivery of basic services and provisions of adequate facilities relative to agricultural services.
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The City Agriculturist shall take charge of the office for agricultural services, shall:
- Formulate measures for the approval of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and provided technical assistance and support to the City Mayor in carrying out said measures to ensure the delivery of basic services and provision of adequate facilities relative to agricultural services;
- Develop plans and strategies and upon approval thereof by the City Mayor, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with agricultural programs and projects which the City Mayor is empowered to implement and which the Sangguniang Panlungsod is empowered to provide;
- Ensure that maximum assistance and access to resources in the production, processing and marketing of agricultural, aquaculture and marine products are extended to farmers, fishermen and local entrepreneurs;
- Conduct or cause to be conducted location-specific agricultural researches and assist in making available the appropriate technology arising out of, and disseminate information on, basic research on crops, prevention and control of plant diseases and pests, and other agricultural matters which will maximize productivity;
- Assist the City Mayor in the establishment of and extension services on, demonstration farms or aquaculture and marine products;
- Enforce rules and regulations relating agriculture and aquaculture;
- Coordinate with government agencies and non-governmental organizations which promote agricultural productivity through appropriate technology compatible with environmental integrity;
- Be in the frontline of the delivery of basic agricultural services, particularly those needed for the survival of the inhabitants of the City during and in the aftermath of man-made and natural disasters and calamities;
- Recommend to the Sangguniang Panlungsod and advise the City Mayor on all other matters related to agriculture and aquaculture which will improve the livelihood and living conditions of the inhabitants of the City; and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance
Dr. Flosie P. Decena
City Veterinarian
Contact No. : (63) (072) 607-89-49
e-mail : vet@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The veterinarian shall take charge of the office for the veterinary services and shall:
- Formulate measures for the consideration of the sanggunian, and provide technical assistance and support to the governor or mayor, as the case may be, in carrying out measures to ensure the delivery of basic services and provision pf adequate facilities pursuant to Section 17 of The Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160).
- Develop plans and strategies and upon approval thereof by the governor or mayor, as the case may be, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with the veterinary-related activities which the governor or mayor is empowered to implement and which the sanggunian is empowered to provide for under The Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160).
- In addition to the foregoing duties and functions, the veterinarian shall:
- Advise the governor or the mayor, as the case may be, on all matters pertaining to the slaughter of animals for human consumption and the regulation of slaughterhouses;
- Regulate the keeping of domestic animals;
- Regulate and inspect poultry, milk and dairy products for public consumption;
- Enforce all laws and regulations for the prevention of cruelty to animals; and
- Take the necessary measures to eradicate, prevent or cure all forms of animals diseases;
- Be in the frontline of veterinary related activities, such as in the outbreak of highly-contagious and deadly diseases, and in situations resulting in the depletion of animals for work and human consumption, particularly those arising from in the aftermath of man-made and natural calamities and disasters;
- Recommend to the sanggunian and advise the governor or mayor, as the case may be, on all other matters relative to veterinary services which will increase the number and improve the quality of livestock, poultry and other domestic animals for work or human consumption; and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
trade, industry & tourism
Ms. Rizalyn D. Medrano, EnP
City LEBDO
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 150 / 619-71-70
e-mail : lebdo@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
POWERS, DUTIES, AND FUNCTIONS
The Local Economic and Business Development Officer shall:
- Responsible for the issuance of business/mayor’s permit, permit to operate and special permit, revocation and closure of businesses;
- Responsible for the investigation and evaluation of eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance in relation to the requirement of licenses and permits
- Responsible for the supervision on the issuance of generated reports and other information as requested by different entities or individual certification, certified true copy of business registration and other documents on business.
- Responsible for serving of notices and closure orders to business establishments
Mr. Roderic D. Gacayan
Public Employment Services Officer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 619-70-90
e-mail : peso@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
- Public Employment Service Office (PESO) provides a venue where people could explore various employment options and serve as referral and information center for the various employment services and programs of the Department of Labor & Employment (DOLE).
- Special Recruitment Activities shall only be conducted at the venue stated in the SRA and under the supervision of duly authorized representatives of the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) Regional Office or appropriate local government unit.
- Local recruitment activities shall only be conducted at the venue stated in the LRA and under the supervision of duly authorized representatives from the DOLE Regional Office or appropriate local government unit.
- Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES) intends to help poor but deserving students pursue their education by means of a temporary employment during summer vacation.
Ms. Lorena L. Peridas
OIC, Market Supervisor IV
Contact No. : (63) (072) 619-49-08
e-mail : eem@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
To assist the Sangguniang Panlungsod in carrying its multifarious functions.
ACTIVITIES
- Responsible for the administration and supervision of the Public Market including the duties, functions and assignments of all Market Personnel;
- Responsible for the implementation and administration of market rules and regulations;
- Responsible for the supervision and monitoring of market daily collections both in the Old and New Public Market
- Responsible for monitoring orderliness and cleanliness in the market premises in the Old and New Public Market.
- Manage the maintenance and efficient utilization of all market properties, facilities and supplies.
- This Section will be in charge of the upkeep and maintenance of Market record
- Recommends policies, guidelines to improve the operation of the market.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of plans and programs in the market;
- Administers various market applications and proposals.
- In charge in enforcement of Ordinances and Resolutions set forth by the Sangguniang Panlungsod, policies, rules and regulation for the market operations.
- Recommend new policies to be incorporated in the Market Code.
- Monitor and audit collection, ensuring all taxes, fees and charges due to the City Government from the operation of the public markets are accordingly enforced and see to it that all cash collections are remitted to the City Treasurer.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Engr. Madeline R. Tadifa
City Engineer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-19-14
e-mail : oce@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
To take charge of all surveying and engineering works of the city and perform such services in connection with public improvements.
OBJECTIVES
To undertake all the activities necessary in the implementation of infrastructure projects.
ACTIVITIES
The City Engineer shall take charge of the engineering office, and shall:
- Initiate, review and recommend changes in policies and objectives, plans and programs, techniques, procedures and practices in infrastructure development and public works in general of the City;
- Advise the City Mayor on infrastructure, public works and other engineering matters;
- Administer, coordinate, supervise and control the construction, maintenance, improvement and repair of roads, bridges and other engineering and public works projects of the city;
- Provide engineering services to the city, including investigation and survey, engineering designs, feasibility studies and project management, and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
HEALTH
Dr. Michael C. Bangloy
City Health Officer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 123 / 888-69-15 / 682-28-83 / 09458222735 / 09217652129
e-mail : cho@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTION
Take charge of the formulation of rules and regulations for the regulations of efficient, effective and economical implementation of a health services program geared to implementation of health related projects and activities.
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The Health Officer shall take charge of the office health services and shall:
- Supervise the personnel and staff of said office, formulate program implementation guidelines and rules and regulations for the operation of the said office for the approval of the City Mayor, as the case may be, in order to assist him in the efficient, effective and economical implementation of a health services program geared to implementation of health-related projects and activities;
- Formulate measures for the consideration of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and provide technical assistance and support to the City Mayor in carrying out activities to ensure the delivery of basic services and provision of adequate facilities relative to health services provided in Rule V of these Rules;
- Develop plans and strategies on health programs and projects and implement them upon approval thereof by the City Mayor as the case may be;
- Formulate and implement policies, plans, programs and projects to promote the health of the people in the LGU concerned;
- Advise the Governor or City Mayor, as the case may be, and the Sangguniang Panlungsod on matters pertaining to health;
- Execute and enforce all laws, ordinances and regulations relating to public health;
- Recommend to the Sangguniang Panlungsod, through the local health board, the passage of such ordinances as he may deem necessary for the preservation of public health;
- Recommend the prosecution of any violation of sanitary laws, ordinances or regulations;
- Direct the sanitary inspectors to inspect all business establishments selling food items or providing accommodations such as hotels, motels, lodging houses, pension houses, and the like, in accordance with the Sanitation Code;
- Conduct health information campaigns and render health intelligence services;
- Coordinate with other government agencies and non-governmental organizations involved in the promotion and delivery of health services;
- Be in the frontline of the delivery of health services, particularly during and in the aftermath of man-made and natural disasters and calamities; and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
social welfare
Ms. Rosenda A. Liwanag, RSW
OIC, City Social Welfare and Development Officer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 117 / 09560322128
e-mail : swd@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The Social Welfare & Development Officer shall take charge of the office on social welfare and development services and shall:
- Formulate measures for the approval of the Sangguniang Panlungsod and provide technical assistance and support to the City Mayor in carrying out measures to ensure the delivery of basic services and provision of adequate facilities relative to social welfare and development services;
- Develop plans and strategies and, upon approval thereof by the City Mayor, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with social welfare and development programs and projects which the City Mayor is empowered to implement and which the Sangguniang Panlungsod is empowered to provide;
- Identify the basic needs of the needy, the disadvantaged and the impoverished and develop and implement appropriate measures to alleviate their problems and improve their living conditions;
- Provide relief and appropriate crisis intervention for victims of abuse and exploitation and recommend appropriate measures to deter further abuse and exploitation;
- Assist the City Mayor in implementing the barangay level program for the total development and protection of children up to six (6) years of age;
- Facilitate the implementation of welfare program for the disabled, elderly, and victims of drug addiction, the rehabilitation of prisoners and paroles, the prevention of juvenile delinquency, and such other activities which would eliminate or minimize the ill-effects of poverty;
- Initiate and support youth welfare programs that will enhance the role of the youth in nation-building;
- Coordinate with government agencies and non-governmental organizations which have for their purpose the promotion and the protection of all needy, disadvantaged or impoverished groups our individuals, particularly those identified to be vulnerable and high-risk to exploitation, abuse and neglect;
- Be in the frontline of service delivery, particularly those which have to do with immediate relief and assistance during and in the aftermath of man-made and natural disasters and calamities;
- Recommend to the Sangguniang Panlungsod and advise the City Mayor on all other matters related to social welfare and development services which will improve the livelihood and living conditions of the inhabitants of the City; and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.
Mr. Mark Anthony B. Inocencio, PhD
Persons with Disability Affairs Officer
Contact No. : 09285179681
e-mail : pdao@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- Formulates policies and programs for the welfare of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and ensures the registration of PWDs in the Philippine Registry of Persons with Disabilities.
- Creates and implements sustainable programs and inclusive services centered to the PWDs in the City, guided with the principles of inclusive growth and good governance.
- Provides assistive devices to persons with disabilities (PWDs) who are in dire need of such assistive devices (wheelchair, walker, cane, prosthesis, and others).
- Issues identification cards/booklets to all Persons with Disability (PWDs) residing in the City for them to avail of the privileges and benefits provided under RA 9442 and RA 10754.
- Provides educational assistance to persons with disability for them to pursue primary, secondary, tertiary, post tertiary as well as vocational and technical education in both public and private schools through the provision of scholarship, grants, financial aids, subsidies and other incentives to qualified persons with disability including support for books, learning materials and uniform allowance.
Mr. Michael C. Nagas
OIC, City Librarian
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 147
e-mail : lib@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
• The City of San Fernando Library is an essential repository of reading materials that provides print and non-print collection to enrich the nourishment of students toward broader thinking and expanded possibilities for employment and a vocation toward attaining fuller, more appreciable and useful lives.
• San Fernando City Public Library is providing access to the internet to enhance the information and learning opportunities of the citizens to address their educational, vocational, cultural and recreational needs.
• The City of San Fernando Library is an essential repository of reading materials and materials can be photocopied and borrowed for home use.
Ms. Leizel L. Licayan
Gender and Development Specialist
Contact No. :
e-mail : gad@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- Assist the GFPS ExeCom and lead the GFPS TWG in the performance of their roles and responsibilities, specifically on the provision of completed staff work in gender and development.
- Lead and coordinate the implementation of PPAs committed in the City’s strategic/ annual GPB; and conduct activities to monitor, evaluate and report on the same;
- Assist in the capacity and competency development of GAD Office shall actively assist the HRMO on the development and implementation of capacity development of GAD for the City’s officials and employees, as necessary;
- Lead and conduct advocacy activities and the development of information, education and communication (IEC) materials in order to increase awareness and understanding of gender equality, social inclusion, and human rights among the City’s constituents;
- Prepare and consolidate the City’s GAD Accomplishment and other related reports for the endorsement to the GFPS chair or ExeCom for timely submission to the CLGOO;
- Provide regular updates and recommendations to the GFPS chair or Execom regarding GFPS’ activities and the progress and the results of the City’s gender mainstreaming initiatives based on the feedback and reports of concerned offices/units, stakeholders, and constituents, and
- Perform administrative and logistical services; preparation of meeting agenda; documentation of GFPS meetings; and any other task that may be assigned to them by the GFPS ExeCom in carrying out GAD activities.
Mr. Jerome G. Acupan
Youth Development Officer
Contact No. : (072) 619-87-31
e-mail : cydo@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- To involve more youth and promote equal and easy access to an array of project, programs, and activities for the youth that will enable them to develop and acquire more skills and enable them to earn competencies that is vital in their future endeavors, the Local Youth Development Office establishes city youth organizations and youth-serving organization registrations for recognition and easy coordination of proposed and arranged youth programs. Further, registered youth organizations in the city will be assisted to register in the National Youth Commission –Youth Organization Registration Program.
- Achieve a safe space for the youth and future generations to come and in compliance to the constitutional mandate. The City Government of San Fernando through its Local Youth Development Office unswervingly conducts the election of Local Youth Development Council to continuously know the needs of the youth sector as it fulfills its “WALANG KABATAANG MAIIWAN” promise to the youth of the City of San Fernando, La Union.
- With its SK Teen Center, LYDO is to complement and reinforce the role of schools in equipping and empowering students. Also, it is a community center that serves to encourage teens to explore and enhance their talents, find time to recreate and learn.
peace, order and security
Ms. Julie Ann B. Hipona-Sias
City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Officer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 607-04-24 (operations) / 700-51-00 (admin)
email : cdrrmo@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- Design, program, and coordinate disaster risk reduction and management activities consistent with the National Council’s standards and guidelines;
- Facilitate and support risk assessments and contingency planning activities at the local level;
- Consolidate local disaster information which includes natural hazards, vulnerabilities, and climate change risks, and maintain a local risk map;
- Organize and conduct training, orientation, and knowledge management activities on disaster risk reduction and management at the local level;
- Operate a multi-hazard early warning system, linked to disaster risk reduction to provide accurate and timely advice to national or local emergency response organizations and to the general public, through diverse mass media, particularly radio, landline communications, and technologies for communication within rural communities;
- Formulate and implement a comprehensive and – integrated LDRRMP in accordance with the national, regional and provincial framework, and policies on disaster risk reduction in close coordination with the local development councils (LDCs);
- Identify, assess and manage the hazards. vulnerabilities and risks that may occur in their locality;
- Disseminate information and raise public awareness about those hazards. vulnerabilities and risks, their nature, effects, early warning signs and counter-measures;
- Develop, strengthen and operationalize mechanisms for partnership or networking with the private sector, CSOs, and volunteer groups;
- Respond to and manage the adverse effects of emergencies and carry out recovery activities in the affected area, ensuring that there is an efficient mechanism for immediate delivery of food, shelter and medical supplies for women and children, endeavor to create a special place where internally-displaced mothers can find help with breastfeeding, feed and care for their babies and give support to each other;
- Establish linkage/network with other LGUs for disaster risk reduction and emergency response purposes.
Mr. Augusto D. Gacayan
Supervising Administrative Officer
Contact No. : (072) 687-8100 loc 159 / 151
e-mail : ops@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
- Responsible for the formulation, coordination and monitoring of policies , standards programs and projects for the operations of transport
- Responsible for the protection and safety of citizens, organizations and institutions against threats to their well being;
- Responsible in providing relevant information in order to promote public safety objectives;
- Responsible for the formulation and implementation of programs, policies and procedures to achieve public safety , especially preparedness for preventive or rescue operations during times of calamities and disasters and coordination and mobilization of resources and implementation of contingency plans for the rehabilitation and relief operation in coordination with other related agencies;
- Responsible in overseeing and monitoring enforcement and implementation of public order and safety programs and projects at the City and barangay level.
- Responsible in the strict implementation of policies and standards programs;
- Responsible in enforcing the provisions of the City Traffic Rules and Regulations and other National Law on Traffic;
- Responsible for implementing traffic re-routing plan as alternative scheme to decongest heavy build-up of traffic and during the conduct of special occasions or during calamities/disasters;
- Ensure the implementation of laws and City ordinances with regards to public order and safety;
- Responsible for ensuring a progressive traffic flow and safety of motorists, pedestrians and commuters.
- Responsible in the development and formulation of policies and standards programs;
- Responsible in analyzing traffic re-routing plan that involves public transport modes and services covering tricycles, buses, and jeepneys;
- Facilitate smooth flow of administrative operations including, but not limited to, preparation of transmittals for apprehended traffic violators, preparation of traffic reports and management and maintenance of all pertinent files and records;
- Recommend alternative strategies/ reforms for the improvement or attainment of goals and objectives of the office;
ENVIRONMENT
Mr. Valmar M. Valdez
City Environment and Natural Resources Officer
Contact No. : (63) (072) 687-8100 loc 110 / 155
e-mail : cenro@sanfernandocity.gov.ph
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
The Environment and Natural shall take charge of the office on environment and natural resources and shall:
- Formulate measures for the consideration of the sanggunian and provide technical assistance and support to the City Mayor, as the case may be, in carrying out measures to ensure the delivery of basic services and provision of adequate facilities relative to environment and natural resources services;
- Develop plans and strategies and upon approval thereof by the City Mayor, as the case may be, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with environment and natural resources programs and projects which the City Mayor is empowered to implement and which the Sanggunian is empowered to provide;
- Establish, maintain, protect and preserve communal forests, watersheds, tree parks, mangroves, greenbelts and similar forest projects and commercial forest, like industrial tree farms and agro-forestry projects;
- Provide extension services to beneficiaries of forest development projects and technical, financial and infrastructure assistance;
- Manage and maintain seed banks and produce seedlings for forests and tree parks;
- Provide extension services to beneficiaries of forest development projects and render assistance for natural resources – related conservation and utilization activities consistent with ecological balance;
- Promote the small-scale mining and utilization of mineral resources, particularly mining of gold;
- Coordinate with government agencies and non-governmental organizations in the implementation of measures to prevent and control land, air and water pollution with the assistance of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources;
- Be in the frontline of the delivery of services concerning the environment and natural resources, particularly in the renewal and rehabilitation of the environment during and in the aftermath of man-made and natural calamities and disasters;
- Recommend to the Sanggunian and advise the City Mayor, as the case may be, on all matters relative to the protection, conservation maximum utilization, application of appropriate technology and other matters related to the environment and natural resources; and
- Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.