LTFRB 11 identifies two scrapping facilities in Davao City for HPBS

An official of the Land Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board 11 (LTFRB 11) disclosed on Wednesday that it has already identified two scrapping facilities for the High Priority Bus System (HPBS) project.

“We are prepared for the scrapping program.

We have already identified two scrapping facilities in Davao City and we are closely coordinating with the City Social Development Program team of the HPBS kay mutabang man sad mi ani sa pagpasabot sa operators nga eventually they will be evolving into a better transport system,” said LTFRB regional director Nonito Llanos III over Davao City Disaster Radio (DCDR) on Wednesday.

The proposed busbased public transportation system for Davao City has a core bus network that spans more than 100 kilometers and a feeder network that spans about 500 kilometers. The bus system consists of more advanced and spacious vehicles than the current Public Utility Vehicles (PUVs) such as jeepneys and filcabs (public transport). Currently, LTFRB 11 is still in the pre-implementation stage and was as-

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20th City Council

16th Regular Session

Series of 2022

PRESENT:

Vice Mayor J. Melchor B. Quitain Jr. - Presiding Officer

Councilor Marissa S. Abella

Councilor Nilo M. Abellera Jr.

Councilor Luna Maria Dominique S. Acosta

Councilor Bai Hundra Cassandra Dominique N. Advincula

Councilor Bernard E. Al-ag

Councilor Wilberto E. Al-ag

Councilor Al Ryan S. Alejandre

Councilor Dante L. Apostol Sr.

Councilor Conrado C. Baluran

Councilor Jessica M. Bonguyan

Councilor Louie John J. Bonguyan

Councilor Pilar C. Braga

Councilor Augusto Javier G. Campos III

Councilor Jonard C. Dayap

Councilor Edgar P. Ibuyan Jr.

Councilor Edgar R. Ibuyan Sr.

Councilor Richlyn N. Justol-Baguilod

Councilor Diosdado Angelo Junior R. Mahipus

Councilor Rodolfo M. Mande

Councilor Jaffar U. Marohomsalic

Councilor Bonz Andre A. Militar

Councilor Temujin B. Ocampo

Councilor Myrna G. L’Dalodo-Ortiz

Councilor Alberto T. Ungab

Councilor Lorenzo Benjamin D. Villafuerte

Councilor Trisha Ann J. Villafuerte

Councilor Jesus Joseph P. Zozobrado III

ORDINANCE NO. 048-22

Series of 2022

AN ORDINANCE INSTITUTIONALIZING THE ENHANCED SAFETY AND SECURITY MEASURES AND REGULATIONS IN SPECIFIED AREAS AND DURING BIG EVENTS IN DAVAO CITY

Be it ordained by the Honorable Sangguniang Panlungsod of Davao City, in session assembled, that:

SECTION 1. TITLE – This Ordinance shall be known as “ENHANCED SAFETY AND SECURITY MEASURES AND REGULATIONS IN SPECIFIED AREAS AND DURING BIG EVENTS IN DAVAO CITY”.

SECTION 2. DECLARATION OF POLICY – It is hereby declared the policy of the City of Davao to promote the welfare and safety of all Davao City residents and visitors. Towards this end, enhanced safety and security protocols shall be established in order to regulate and control the areas of convergence for the general welfare and safety of Davaoeños.

SECTION 3. DEFINITION OF TERMS - As used in this Ordinance, the following terms shall mean: a. Big Event – is an event, public in nature, that: i. Requires a Special Mayor’s Permit under existing regulations, ii. Is attended by diplomats, dignitaries, or other persons whose safety and security is a public matter; iii. Is requested by the organizers to be covered as a “big event” for the purpose of this Ordinance; iv. Is determined to be an event that requires strict security measures by the City Government of Davao, through the Public Safety and Security Office. b. Culture of Security – is a concept that entails commitment on the part of all Davao City residents and visitors to support the anti-terrorism effort which will in turn help create a physically and psychologically secured community. These acts include: i. Volunteering on any security protocols, propagation of city security measures, or the conduct of investigation especially as a witness to a crime; ii. Reporting all suspicious persons and activities in the community; iii. Reminding family and friends of all security regulations in Davao City; and iv. Participating in various peace initiatives in the workplace, school, purok, subdivision, and integrated community defense systems. c. Security Forces – government agencies whose primary functions include the maintenance of peace and order including, but not limited to, the Public Safety and Security Office (PSSO), Task Force Davao (TFD), Davao City Police Office (DCPO), and other authorized security offices and personnel. d. Security Measures – refer to various efforts and strategies to minimize potential threats to the peace and order in specified areas, including, but not limited to, the: i. Establishment of a limited entry and exit point; ii. Regular monitoring by security forces; iii. Establishment of physical and human barriers; iv. Installation of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras; v. Conduct of various security trainings and forums; vi. All other security measures under this Ordinance; e. Weighted Vest – a vest with weights sewn into it or with pockets which allow weights to be inserted; f. Hydration Vest – vests that are principally designed to transport water and make drinking convenient and efficient, as well as other essential items; g. Vendors – any person who sells goods as covered by the City Economic and Enterprise Office (CEEO) allowed within specified areas under Section 4 of this Ordinance.

SECTION 4. SPECIFIED AREAS – This Ordinance requires enhanced safety and security measures to be followed in the following areas: o Government Buildings

• City Hall

• Sangguniang Panlungsod

• Hall of Justice o Major Parks

• People’s Park

• Magsaysay Park o Air Transport Terminals

• Davao International Airport

• Old Sasa Airport Terminal o Water or Port Transport Terminals

• Philippine Ports Authority (PPA)

• DAVSAM Wharf

• MaeWess Wharf

• Sta. Ana Wharf

• Sasa Mini Pier (Km. 11)

• Davao Fishport Complex, commonly known as Toril Fish Port o Land Transport Terminals

• Davao City Overland Transport Terminal (DCOTT) o Existing Control Checkpoints

• Lasang

• Sirawan

• Lacson

• Eden

• Malagos o All other parks, centers, hotels, malls, and other event venues when a big event occurs, such as, but not limited to:

• San Pedro Square (from San Pedro St. to corner Iñigo St.)

• Roxas Avenue (from Aldevinco to Paternos Street) o For purposes of this Ordinance, all government established night markets shall be deemed as a covered area with a big event during its operating hours and the established security measures and regulations shall be complied with.

SECTION 5. MONITORING AND IMPLEMENTING AGENCIES – The following agencies shall coordinate with the Public Safety and Security Office (PSSO), as the lead agency, in the management, monitoring and implementation of the provisions of this Ordinance:

1. Task Force Davao (TFD)

2. Davao City Police Office (DCPO)

3. Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP)- Davao City

4. City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO)

5. Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) District – Southeastern Mindanao

6. Coast Guard Station Davao (CGS)

7. Philippine National Police (PNP) Regional Maritime Unit (RMU) XI

8. City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO)

9. Davao City Fire District

10. Davao City Central 911

11. Tactical Operations Wing-Eastern Mindanao (TOWEASTMIN)

12. PNP Aviation Security Unit XI

13. Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) – Port Management Office (PMO) Davao

14. Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA)

15. Maritime Industry Authority XI

SECTION 6. SECURITY MEASURES IN SPECIFIED AREAS - The following security measures shall be established and implemented by concerned agencies: a) All government offices and employees within specified areas shall adopt and practice the “Culture of Security” at all times; b) Regular conduct of security meetings, visitations, workshops, and simulation exercises organized by PSSO, in coordination with other security forces and the Human Resource Management Office (HRMO) of the City Government of Davao; c) Conduct of Anti-terrorism Forums for residents, with the participation of the barangay, and vendors, with the support of the City Economic Enterprise, within and surrounding the specified areas, to encourage them to be active partners in protecting the area;