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MMDA JOINS GOV’T TASK FORCE VS COLORUM OPERATIONS

Heeding the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to crackdown colorum vehicles, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, together with the Department of Transportation – Philippines (DoTr) and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG Philippines), inked a memorandum of agreement that will create a Joint Task Force (JTF) to curb down illegal vehicles. The […]

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MMDA: 7AM-4PM WORK SCHED FOR NCR LGUS STARTS MAY 2

The Metro Manila Council (MMC) has agreed to defer the implementation of the 7am to 4pm new work schedule for the local government units of Metro Manila to May 2, instead of April 15, to give more time to prepare for the transition of the adjusted work hours. Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Acting Chairman […]

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NOGRALES: MODIFIED NCR WORK SCHEDULE OK WITH CSC

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) notes the new resolution of the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and Metro Manila Council (MMC) to adopt the flexible working schedule for public servants in local government units (LGUs) in the metro as a temporary solution to traffic congestion. In a statement, CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles noted that the […]

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ABALOS KIN NABBED FOR OPERATING COLORUM VEHICLE

A relative of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benhur Abalos was arrested for colorum operation violation. The suspect, identified as alias Jaz Abalos, was apprehended during the entrapment operation conducted by the composite team of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), DILG, and Department of Transportation. Abalos ordered the conduct […]

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MANILA TO HOST 50TH METRO MANILA FILM FESTIVAL

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), together with the Metro Manila Film Festival executive committee, will be celebrating its 50th edition in December. According to MMDA and MMFF concurrent Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes, the MMFF will celebrate its 50th edition with Manila City as host of the event since historically Manila is where the […]

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24-HOUR DPWH ROAD WORKS IN MANILA, QC, PASAY AREAS

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority announces road reblocking and repairs to be undertaken by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) until next week. In a press conference, MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes said that the agency only allowed roadworks by the DPWH starting April 4 until April 11. “We will only allow DPWH […]

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LTO TO USE MMDA CAMERAS IN RECORDING VIOLATIONS

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) will be using the cameras of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) in recording violations of erring motorists in the National Capital Region (NCR). LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor Mendoza II said the recorded videos will be used in issuing Show Cause Order (SCO) against any erring motorists in […]

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2 TELCO CONTRACTORS GET MMDA VIOLATION NOTICES

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will issue notice of violations against two private contractors of a telecommunication company due to unfinished road works along Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (EDSA) during the Holy Week. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes said Globe Telecom’s private contractors HGC Global Communications and RLink Corporation, which are working on […]

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MMDA STARTS CORRUPTION PROBE ON TRAFFIC ENFORCER

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is investigating a traffic enforcer following a motorist’s complaint posted on social media against his alleged unscrupulous activity. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes ordered that the traffic enforcer be immediately relieved from his duties pending investigation. “Anyone proven to have committed such crimes will be dealt with accordingly.” […]

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MMDA ACTIVATES OPLAN SEMANA SANTA 2024

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is set to deploy 2,274 personnel on various major roads, transportation hubs, and other key areas in the National Capital Region (NCR) to ensure the safety and convenience of the public during the observance of the Holy Week. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes, Department of Interior and Local […]