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COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa City Government announces designated PUV stops as LTFRB eyes resumption of traditional jeeps

COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa City Government announces designated PUV stops as LTFRB eyes resumption of traditional jeeps

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COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa City Government announces designated PUV stops as LTFRB eyes resumption of traditional jeeps

The City Government of Muntinlupa announced the designated pick-up and drop-off points for public utility vehicles in the city’s major thoroughfares as the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board eyes to allow resumption of traditional jeepneys in Metro Manila next week.

Muntinlupa Traffic Management Bureau released a list of designated PUV stops along National Road and Alabang-Zapote Road which shall take effect immediately.

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The official map. (source – Muntinlupa PIO)

In an announcement, MTMB noted that the new scheme was crafted following a study conducted by the local bureau which aims to organize the public transportation system in the city.

Each stop will have signages informing commuters of their Current Stop, Next Stop, and Route Overview.

PUVs with Alabang-Tunasan via National Road route has 18 stops which include: Pacwood/Muntinlupa-Laguna Boundary, Villa Carolina I, RMT, St. Peregrine, Rodriguez (Tunasan Proper), SM Center Muntinlupa, Pepsi Plant, Sto. Niño Village, Hall of Justice, Centennial Ave., Poblacion, Bucal, City Hall, Soldiers’ Hills, Summitville, Purok 1 (Bayanan), Bautista Intersection, and Ayala Malls SouthPark.

While Alabang-Buencamino via Alabang-Zapote Road route has eight stops: Ospital ng Muntinlupa, Asian Hospital, RITM, Northgate, Alabang Town Center, Madrigal (Molito), Alabang Hills, and Buencamino. Pick-up and drop-off points in the three hospitals are only applicable for the free shuttle service of the City Government.

The two routes will both converge in Starmall Alabang as its central terminal.

The City Government continues to provide free shuttle for Authorized Persons Outside Residence and will ferry commuters using the designated PUV stops. A “no face mask, no ride” is being implemented while minors and senior citizens are still prohibited to ride in compliance with IATF guidelines.

Mayor Jaime Fresendi urged commuters to strictly observe physical distancing and other health protocols in all PUV stops.

Free shuttle service of e-jeeps for Muntinlupa residents starts at 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

As of June 24, Muntinlupa City has 351 confirmed cases with 240 recoveries, 74 active cases, 37 reported deaths, 65 suspect cases, and 298 probable cases.

This is an official Press Release issued by the City Government of Muntinlupa. Some parts were edited for this website. 

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 25, 2020

Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 25, 2020

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 25, 2020

The Las Piñas City Police Department continues to serve the local constituents by means of securing places, implementing rules and helping those who need assistance. Check out these recent media releases and pay close attention to the details written.

First here is a new police news video. An achievement.

Jun24a
June 24, 2020/6:00 PM – The Las Pinas City Police Station under the supervision of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC represented by duty SDO PLT ROGELIO C QUILANG JR C, SIS conducted Daily Personnel Accounting Report (DPAR) with Police Information and Continuing Education (PICE) re: PNP MC No. 2020-0304 in Social Networking Sites, Intensified conduct of DPAR in every office (Day & Night Shift), COVID-19, Wearing of Face Mask, Vaping Ban Tamang Bihis, 15 Do’s and Dont’s, Intensified Cleanliness Policy, PNP Internal Cleansing and the Police Operational Procedure held in front of the station. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
June24b
4:30PM of June 24, 2020 – In line with the PNP Full Alert Status and Presidential Proclamation No. 922, the Las Pinas City Police Station under the supervision of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC represented by PCpl Ivan Rei Penes led by PEMS Michael S Holanda, PNCOIC conducted Ugnayan/Dialogue/Drug Awareness with PARDDS and Bantay Bayan Force Multipliers re: Social Distancing/Anti-Illegal Drugs/Anti-Terrorism Bill held at Talon Kuatro, Las Pinas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)

If you are in Las Piñas City and you need the help of the local police, call 85516401 or visit https://www.facebook.com/pcrstation4/ 

The above information and images were provided by the Las Piñas City Police Station for the purpose of public information and transparency. Some parts were edited for this website. 

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COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa puts third community in lockdown due to rise in COVID-19 cases

COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa puts third community in lockdown due to rise in COVID-19 cases

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COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa puts third community in lockdown due to rise in COVID-19 cases

The City Government of Muntinlupa yesterday announced that placed the community in Barangay Putatan under lockdown, the third localized community quarantine in the city, due to an increase in the number of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases in the area.

Mayor Jaime Fresnedi approved Executive Order 22 s. 2020 ordering a 15-day Enhanced Localized Community Quarantine in Block 35 Excess Lot in Soldiers’ Hills Village in Brgy. Putatan which started June 23, 12:00 p.m. and will last until July 7, 11:59 a.m. The three roads leading to the community will also be closed.

As of June 21, the City Health Office has recorded 10 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the area, one of the city’s highest among local communities, with 8 active cases and 2 recoveries. The local health office also reported that they are awaiting the COVID-19 swab results of 8 probable cases.

CHO has recorded clustering of cases in Block 35 Excess Lot, a congested community with 219 families. The community has a narrow doubling time at 4.82 days, which refers to the number of days for local coronavirus cases to double in number, and high attack rate at 11.5 per 1,000 individuals.

Residents in the compound have been advised to buy essential goods including food, medicine, basic supplies such as diapers, and infant formula, among others. While the local government will provide additional relief food packs and other basic supplies during the effectivity of the lockdown.

The local health office will also conduct mass testing in the community and will intensify its detection, isolation, and treatment strategies.

Block 35 Excess Lot is the third community to be put under extreme localized quarantine in Muntinlupa. Other communities include Sitio Pagkakaisa Zone 3 Interior in Brgy. Sucat until June 26 and Morning Breeze Homes in Alabang from June 3 to 16.

Muntinlupa Mayor Jaime Fresnedi asks for the cooperation of residents from Block 35 Excess Lot to observe health protocols such as frequent hand-washing, wearing of face masks, and physical distancing.

Further, a 40-bed quarantine facility was turned over to the City Government of Muntinlupa on Tuesday to augment efforts in curbing COVID-19 in the city. The facility was donated by Reckitt Benckiser Philippines Inc.

Muntinlupa City has 345 confirmed cases with 229 recoveries, 80 active cases, 36 reported deaths, 52 suspect cases, and 305 probable cases as of June 22.

This is an official Press Release issued by the City Government of Muntinlupa. Some parts were edited for this website. 

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 23, 2020

Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 23, 2020

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 23, 2020

The Las Piñas City Police Department continues to serve the local constituents by means of securing places, implementing rules and helping those who need assistance. Check out these recent media releases and pay close attention to the details written.

First here is a new PNP news video for your viewing.

 

And here are their recent photo releases.

Jun23a
June 20, 2020/ 03:30PM – The Las Pinas City Police Station under the supervision of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC represented by PEMS Michael S Holanda, PNCOIC, SCADS/PIO with three (3) others led the feeding program in coordination with PMAJ GILBERT A VALERA, Sub-station 1 Commander together with PARDDS Force Multiplier held at Tabon Tres, Brgy Elias Aldana, Las Pinas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun23b
June 22, 2020/3:00 PM – The Las Pinas City Police Station under the supervision of PCOL SEGUNDO C LAGUNDI JR, COP represented by PCpl Joy Marinay led by PCPT ELEAZAR B CAMILING C, SIDMS together with PEMS Michael S Holanda, PNCOIC, SCADS/PIO conducted E-Inquest held at SIDMS Office, Las Pinas City Police Station. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun23c
June 22, 2020/7:30 AM – The Las Pinas CPS under the supervision of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC together with PMAJ JOSE A ANAZ, ACOPO led the Flag Raising Ceremony held in front of Las Pinas City Police Station, Las Pinas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun23d
On June 22, 2020 at about 05:30am MC444 led by PEMS GABRIEL with three(3) other with direct supervision of PMAJ TEOSON M ROSARITO Sub Station 4 Commander and under the strong leadership of PLTCOL YAHYA BUSTAMANTE YUSUP, OIC conducted inspection here at PAD Shell Pulang Lupa Dos in relation with the Presidential Proclamation No. 922 “Declaring a State of Public Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to COVID-19”. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)

If you are in Las Piñas City and you need the help of the local police, call 85516401 or visit https://www.facebook.com/pcrstation4/

The above information and images were provided by the Las Piñas City Police Station for the purpose of public information and transparency. Some parts were edited for this website. 

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 22, 2020

Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 22, 2020

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 22, 2020

The Las Piñas City Police Department continues to serve the local constituents by means of securing places, implementing rules and helping those who need assistance. Check out these recent media releases and pay close attention to the details written.

First here are a few recent news videos showing related to the LPCD’s activities.

Now here are a few photo releases.

Jun21b
On June 21, 2020 at about 9:00 AM onwards, Personnel of SS-1 led by, PCpl Alberto Galos together with 3 others under the supervision of PMAJ GILBERT ARAGON VALERA Sub Station 1 Commander and under the strong leadership of PLTCOL YAHYA BUSTAMANTE YUSUP, IOC, conducted Oplan Sita and Strict Implementation of Anti Loiteriñg Act, Wearing of Facemask and No Backride Policy prior to Social Distancing along Padre Diego Cera Ave., Brgy. Daniel Fajardo, Las Piñas City in relation with the Presidential Proclamation No. 922 “Declaring a State of Public Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to COVID-19”. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun21a
On June 21, 2020 at about 11:00 AM, elements of Sub-Station 3 PSSg Julius H Gutierrez together with Barangay Tanods of Pamplona Uno under the supervision of PMAJ ROMEO A BRITANICO, Sub-Station 3 Commander through the strong leadership of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC conducted Distribution of Flyers re: Safety Precautionary Measures against Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19), Health Advisory Flyers, General Community Quarantine Flyers, Anti-illegal Drugs Flyers and Anti-Rape Flyers in front of Old Ever PAD, along Manggahan St., Barangay Pamplona Uno, Las Piñas City under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) in relation with the Presidential Proclamation No. 922 “Declaring a State of Public Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to COVID-19”. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)

If you are in Las Piñas City and you need the help of the local police, call 85516401 or visit https://www.facebook.com/pcrstation4/ 

The above information and images were provided by the Las Piñas City Police Station for the purpose of public information and transparency. Some parts were edited for this website. 

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 20, 2020

Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 20, 2020

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 20, 2020

The Las Piñas City Police Department continues to serve the local constituents by means of securing places, implementing rules and helping those who need assistance. Check out these recent media releases and pay close attention to the details written.

First let’s watch this news video showing the LCPD’s latest achievement.

And now here are some photo releases.

Jun19a
The Las Piñas CPS under the supervision of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC represented by PEMS Michael S Holanda PNCOIC, SCADS/PIO conducted PNP GOOD DEEDS/ONLINE DALAW to the Persons Deprive of Liberty (PDL) held at this station. This is to ease the worries of their loved ones who could not visit them due to Pandemic COVID-19. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun19b
The Las Pinas City Police Station under the supervision of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC represented by PEMS Ruel Ibanez, Desk Officer led by PCPT ELEAZAR B CAMILING C, SIDMS conducted misting/disinfectation of the station’s offices. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun19c
In line with the PNP Full Alert Status and Presidential Proclamation No. 922, the Las Pinas City Police Station under the supervision of PCOL SEGUNDO C LAGUNDI JR, COP represented by PEMS Michael S Holanda led by PMAJ JOYLENE A BULAN C SCADS/PIO led the coordinating meeting re: Personal protective equipment with General Service Office led by Atty. Veloso, Chief, General Security Office (GSO) held at Las Pinas City Hall Compound, Las Pinas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun19d
The Las Pinas City Police Station under the supervision of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC represented by PEMS Michael S Holanda, PNCOIC, SCADS/PIO led the Ugnayan/Dialogue with Erwin A Egamino, Project Manager, DILG re: BADAC Functionality Evaluation/Anti-Terrorism Bill held at DILG Las Pinas Office, 2nd Las Pinas City Hall Compound, Las Pinas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)

If you are in Las Piñas City and you need the help of the local police, call 85516401 or visit https://www.facebook.com/pcrstation4/ 

The above information and images were provided by the Las Piñas City Police Station for the purpose of public information and transparency. Some parts were edited for this website. 

For more South Metro Manila community news and developments, come back here soon. Also say NO to fake news, NO to irresponsible journalism, NO to misinformation, NO to plagiarists and NO to sinister propaganda when it comes to news and developments.

COVID-19 Crisis: Cashless Transaction in Public Transportation for Muntinlupa Frontliners and Government Employees Confirmed

COVID-19 Crisis: Cashless Transaction in Public Transportation for Muntinlupa Frontliners and Government Employees Confirmed

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COVID-19 Crisis: Cashless Transaction in Public Transportation for Muntinlupa Frontliners and Government Employees Confirmed

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Ceremonial pose held at Ospital ng Muntinlupa. (source – Muntinlupa PIO)

Yesterday the City Government of Muntinlupa confirmed that frontliners and government employees in their city will benefit from cashless transactions with regards to public transportation as a result of a strategic partnership with a private sector member.

The strategic partner here is Star 8 Green Technology Corporation which donated five hundred tap cards to the city frontliners and government employees. The executives of Star 8 turned over tap cards with P50 worth of stored value for cashless transactions in their company’s electric jeepneys (e-jeepneys) servicing the route along Alabang-Zapote Road.

The Star 8 tap cards will be distributed to health workers in Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM), Ospital ng Muntinlupa, and employees from the City Government of Muntinlupa.

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Another ceremonial pose, this time at RITM. (source – Muntinlupa PIO)

Those who attended the turn-over ceremony were Star 8 chief operating officer Netanel Kremer and head sales Cyril Aguadera, Muntinlupa Traffic Management Bureau chief Danidon Nolasco, and OsMun director Dr. Edwin Dimatatac.

Recently, the corporation provided ten e-jeepneys to service two routes in Muntinlupa to help stranded frontliners and government employees during the general community quarantine.

For a feature article about supporting frontliners, read this one.

Latest City Government of Muntinlupa details sourced from their official photo release.

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 18, 2020

Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 18, 2020

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Las Piñas City Police Force at Work – June 18, 2020

The Las Piñas City Police Department continues to serve the local constituents by means of securing places, implementing rules and helping those who need assistance. Check out these latest media releases and pay close attention to the details written.

Jun18a
On June 17, 2020 at about 1:30 PM, elements of Sub-Station 3 PCpl Oliver M Ilustrisimo under the supervision of PMAJ ROMEO A BRITANICO, Sub-Station 3 Commander through the strong leadership of PLTCOL YAHYA B YUSUP, OIC, conducted Ugnayan/Dialogue with Ms. Marissa Satioquia, Barangay Secretary of Barangay Pamplona Dos, Las Piñas City re: strictly implement social distancing, mandatory wearing of face mask, use of hand sanitizers and other preventive measures under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) in relation with the Presidential Proclamation No. 922 “Declaring a State of Public Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to COVID-19”. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun18b
On June 17, 2020 at about 8:00 PM, in line with PNP Full Alert Status and Presidential Proclamation no 922 “Declaring a State of Public Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to COVID-19”, elements of Sub-Station 6 PSSg Zalym Asotigue and PCpl Marnonito Sison utilizing MC-446 under the supervision of PMAJ SALVADOR L GARCIA, Sub Station 6 Commander and under the strong leadership of PCOL SEGUNDO C LAGUNDI JR. COP, performed PNP Good Deed through “Libreng Sakay” for Las Piñas residents along Alabang Zapote Road, Talon Uno, Las Piñas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun18c
On June 17, 2020 at about 8:00 PM elements of Sub-Station 1 PCpl Erwin Pajarit and 2 others under the supervision of PMAJ GILBERT ARAGON VALERA, SS1 Commander and under the leadership of PLTCOL YAHYA BUSTAMATE YUSUP, OIC conducted Visitation of Establishment and Vital Installation within AOR, Las Piñas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
June18d
June 15, 2020/1:00 PM – The Las Pinas City Police Station under the supervision of PCOL SEGUNDO C LAGUNDI JR, COP represented by PCpl Richard P Castillo, Action PNCO led by PMAJ ALLAN P MERCADO C, SCADS/PIO conducted Ugnayan/Dialogue with Ms. Rachelle Dela Pena, Sanguniang Kabataan President/KKDAT Officer re: Anti-Terrorism Bill held at 3rd flr SK Office, Las Pinas City Hall Compound, Las Pinas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)
Jun18e
On June 14, 2020 at about 7:00 AM, in line with PNP Full Alert Status and Presidential Proclamation no 922 “Declaring a State of Public Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to COVID-19”, elements of Sub-Station 6 led by PEMS Joel Caronan, with four(4) others under the supervision of PMAJ SALVADOR L GARCIA, Sub Station 6 Commander and under the strong leadership of PCOL SEGUNDO C LAGUNDI JR. COP, conducted Simulation Exercise re Camp Defence Plan held at Sub-Station 6 along Champaca St., San Antonio Valley 17, Barangay Talon 4, Las Piñas City. (source – Las Piñas City Police Station)

If you are in Las Piñas City and you need the help of the local police, call 85516401 or visit https://www.facebook.com/pcrstation4/

The above information and images were provided by the Las Piñas City Police Station for the purpose of public information and transparency. Some parts were edited for this website. 

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SOSIA issues advisory on the confiscation of driver’s license by security guards

SOSIA issues advisory on the confiscation of driver’s license by security guards

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SOSIA issues advisory on the confiscation of driver’s license by security guards

Hey readers! Has any security guard confiscated your driver’s license in recent times? The latest news and details below deserve your attention.

The Supervisory Office for Security and Investigation Agencies (SOSIA) issued on June 15 a new advisory signed by Acting Chief Police Colonel Sidney N. Villaflor regarding the confiscation of driver’s license by security guards. This is pursuant to Republic Act Number 4136 (An Act to Compile The Laws Relative To Land Transportation and Traffic Rules, To Create a Land Transportation Commission and For Other Purposes) regarding the power to secure and/or confiscate drivers licenses are lodged under the capacity of LTO personnel and others who are duly deputized by the said Agency.

Below for your viewing and reading is the picture of the June 15, 2020 advisory from SOSIA.

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Item #2 on the advisory states as follows: This pertains to incidents wherein security guards deployed in private villages and subdivisions require the drivers of vehicles to surrender their driver’s licenses prior entering the premises, as directed by the Home Owners Associations’ (HOAs’) leadership.

Item #3 makes clear that the power to secure and/or confiscate driver’s licenses are lodged under the capacity of personnel of the Land Transportation Office (LTO), and others who got deputized by the said Agency.

Item #4 is the hot one and it makes clear who or what organizations do NOT have any authority to confiscate driver’s licenses. It reads as follows: the HOAs and the security guards of subdivisions, villages and condominiums are not authorized under traffic laws to take custody, even on a temporary basis, the license issued by the LTO.

For more insight, Section 29 of RA 4136 states as follows:

Confiscation of Driver’s License. – Law enforcement and peace officers of other agencies duly deputized by the Director  shall, in apprehending a driver for any violation of this Act or any regulations issued pursuant thereto, or of local traffic rules and regulations not contrary to any provisions of this Act, confiscate the license of the driver concerned and issue a receipt prescribed and issued by the Bureau  therefor which shall authorize the driver to operate a motor vehicle for a period not exceeding seventy-two hours from the time and date of issue of said receipt. The period so fixed in the receipt shall not be extended, and shall become invalid thereafter. Failure of the driver to settle his case within fifteen days from the date of apprehension will be a ground for the suspension and/or revocation of his license.

Item #5 clarifies that drivers of vehicles entering the above stated properties may present to the security guards any valid ID cards issued by the government. As such, the security guards are supposed to be professional in their work while being courteous to everyone.

Here in South Metro Manila, the cities of Parañaque, Las Piñas and Muntinlupa have a lot of subdivisions or villages combined. From time to time, I saw written feedback by other uses on social media that some incidents occurred in which drivers trying to enter a village had no choice but to surrender the driver’s license because other government-issued ID cards (example: COMELEC ID card) were not accepted by the security guard at the gate.

Now that the SOSIA June 15, 2020 advisory above makes clear that HOAs and security guards are not authorized to confiscate driver’s licenses at all, drivers are more protected. In fact, Section 19 of RA 4136 specifically states:  The license shall be carried by the driver at all times when operating a motor vehicle, and shall be shown and/or surrendered for cause and upon demand to any person with authority under this Act to confiscate the same.

So there you have it, my readers, SOSIA’s June 15, 2020 advisory is a big reminder when it comes to the driver’s license and encountering security guards.

If anyone of you motorists was forced to surrender your driver’s license to an insistent security guard when trying to enter or was traveling inside a private subdivision, please feel free to inform me about it privately (send me a message at Carlo.Carrasco@gmail.com) or by commenting below if you want to express it openly.

Also feel free to print a hard copy of this article (which includes the picture of the June 15, 2020 SOSIA advisory) to bring with you when traveling to other villages. Thank you.

This article was published for public information related to travel and local communities.

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COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa imposes curfew, market schedule during GCQ/MGCQ to curb COVID-19

COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa imposes curfew, market schedule during GCQ/MGCQ to curb COVID-19

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COVID-19 Crisis: Muntinlupa imposes curfew, market schedule during GCQ/MGCQ to curb COVID-19

In a bid to manage the COVID-19 situation in the city despite the relaxation of quarantine measures, the City Government of Muntinlupa is set to enforce a curfew and market schedule during the implementation of the General Community Quarantine (GCQ) and Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ).

Mayor Jaime Fresnedi approved City Ordinance Nos. 2020-102 and 2020-103 imposing a city-wide curfew from 10:00 PM to 4:00 AM during the GCQ and MGCQ, and a market schedule regulating the operations of the Alabang Public Market, respectively.

Fresnedi said the initiative to implement a curfew and market schedule for residents aims to limit movements and interactions in public places which are hotspots for the transmission of COVID-19.

Muntinlupa City Health Office recorded a spike in local cases during the effectivity of GCQ in Metro Manila starting June 1. The city’s confirmed cases jumped from 226 confirmed cases last May 31 to 303 confirmed cases last June 15.

As of June 15, Muntinlupa City has 303 confirmed cases with 185 recoveries, 83 active cases, 35 reported deaths, 45 suspect cases, and 324 probable cases.

The curfew period in the city shall take effect immediately. No person shall be allowed to go out of their respective homes during the GCQ and MGCQ, except for essential travel and emergency cases.

Persons exempted from the curfew include Authorized Persons Outside Residence (APOR) as enumerated by the Joint Task Force COVID Shield, those whose work involves the delivery of essential goods and services, those who work in night shift or a 24-hour on-call duty and those providing public transportation.

Violators will be penalized with P500 for the first offense and P1,000 for succeeding offenses. Residents violating the curfew will also incur a barangay blotter and cancellation of local grants and benefits from the City Government

Further, the City Government will also enforce a schedule for market-goers in Alabang Public Market during the GCQ and MGCQ.

District 1 and non-Muntinlupa residents are scheduled on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. While District 2 residents can buy groceries in Alabang Public Market on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Monday is designated for disinfection and sanitation of stalls and other areas of the market.

Persons entering the premises of the market should present a valid identification card (ID) showing their district residence address. Market-goers are also mandated to use face masks and strictly observe physical distancing.

Stall owners are ordered to install clear barriers and provide disinfectants for the use of customers and vendors. Violators will be meted with penalties such as closure, suspension, or revocation of business permits or licenses.

The City Government of Muntinlupa urged city residents to stay at home as much as they can and follow health protocols such as frequent hand-washing, physical distancing, proper cough etiquette, and other precautionary measures.

This is an official Press Release issued by the City Government of Muntinlupa. Some parts were edited for this website. 

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