Monday, April 15, 2024

Malaybalay City approves the Automatic Fare Matrix System of Motorela operations

The Sangguniang Panlungsod approved Ordinance No. 1023 Series of 2023 – An ordinance adopting the Fare Matrix System of Motorela Operations in the City of Malaybalay

Due to the fluctuation of gas prices, the Chairman of the Committee on Transportation and Traffic Management, Hon. Niko P. Aldeguer, proposed an ordinance adopting an automatic fare matrix system and pakyaw fare matrix for motorela operations within the City of Malaybalay.

The pandemic and recent events (e.g. war in Ukraine vs Russia) have severely affected the world market and thus caused fluctuation in fuel prices.

A public hearing was conducted by the Malaybalay City Franchising and Regulatory Board (MCFRB) relative to the proposed automatic fare matrix system.

After carefully considering the discussion during the public hearing, the MCFRB resolved to adopt the said fare matrix system.

The fare matrix system had been derived from computing the average number of passengers, fare, gasoline consumption, trips, and maximum daily rounds fewer expenses (e.g. gasoline expenses, motorela rental).

The following table shows the fare matrix system:

WITHIN POBLACION AREA

Gasoline Price Suggested Fare Senior Citizens/

per Liter (P) Students/PWD

35.00 – 45.00 8.00 6.50

46.00 – 55.00 9.00 7.50

56.00 – 65.00 10.00 8.00

66.00 – 75.00 10.00 8.00

Note: Poblacion to Landing Area – an additional one peso (P 1.00) fare.

THE PAKYAW FARE MATRIX SYSTEM TABLE

Gasoline Per Suggested Fare Suggested Fare

Liter (Price) Poblacion Landing Area

P 35.00 – 45.00 P 48.00 P 72.00

46.00 – 55.00 54.00 81.00

56.00 – 65.00 60.00 90.00

66.00 – 75.00 60.00 90.00

76.00 – 85.00 67.00 100.00

86.00 – 95.00 67.00 100.00

96.00 – 100.00 72.00 108.00

After thorough deliberation during the 57th regular session on August 22, 2023, the said ordinance passed and approved on the third reading. The Hon. City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran also approved and supported the implementation of the said ordinance. (LGU Malaybalay)

SP Malaybalay passes MMT Ordinance

The Sangguniang Panlungsod approved Ordinance No. 1021 Series of 2023 – An ordinance institutionalizing the creation of the City Government of Malaybalay Environmental Multi-partite Monitoring Team (CITY MMT)

During the 45th regular session on May 30, 2023, Hon. Alan Ryann O. Legaspi presented the proposed ordinance for the creation of CITY MMT, defining its powers, duties, and responsibilities, declaring certain acts prohibited and providing penalties, allocating funds for the purpose therefor, and other purposes.

The Local Government Units are mandated to ensure the implementation of reasonable and practicable measures to protect, restore, and enhance the quality of the environment in line with the principles of ecologically sustainable development.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources issued an Administrative Order No. 2003-30 acknowledging the role and participation of the Local Government Units, including the community, People’s Organizations, and Non-Government Organizations, in the implementation of the Philippine Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) System. This system was established under Presidential Decree (PD) No. 1586, Presidential Proclamation No. 2146, defining the scope of the EIS System and pursuant to Administrative Order No. 42 issued by the Office of the President on November 2, 2002.

The City Government of Malaybalay is committed to promoting the preservation, protection, and revival of the ecosystem through prevention, control, and abatement of air, water, and land pollution and aims to minimize environmental damage while fostering the sustained development of the city.

The creation of a Multi-partite Monitoring Team is mandated to monitor persons and entities compliance with the Certificate (ECC) granted to them and ensure a rational balance between socio-economic development and environmental protection for the benefit of present and future generations.

After thorough deliberation during the 54th regular sessions of the 9th Sangguniang Panlungsod on August 1, 2023, the said ordinance passed and was approved on the third reading. Hon. City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran also expressed his support and commitment to implementing the ordinance. (LGU Malaybalay)

SP approves the formulation, preparation and implementation of Forest Land Use Plan (FLUP)

The Sangguniang Panlungsod approved Resolution No. 2023-0297 – A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the City Government of Malaybalay (CGM) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) regarding the joint formulation, preparation, and implementation of the Forest Land Use Plan (FLUP)

On March 7, 2023, Hon. City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran endorsed to the Sangguniang Panlungsod requesting a resolution authorizing him to enter into and sign the said Memorandum of Agreement.

Under Executive Order No. 192 (1987), the DENR is the primary government agency responsible for the sustainable development and management of the country’s environment and natural resources.

Pursuant to the national policies, the Local Government Units (LGUs) are mandated to share with the national government the responsibility for maintaining the ecological balance with their territorial jurisdictions.

This MOA shall serve as a vital system paramount to a collective, objective, and appropriate delivery of technical assistance and support services to the beneficiaries of LGU-Malaybalay to improve the governance of natural resources in forest and forestlands within their jurisdiction.

Both parties agreed to the terms and conditions stated in the said MOA.

After thorough deliberation during the 36th regular session on March 28, 2023, Hon. Alan Ryann O. Legaspi recommended and duly seconded to pass a resolution authorizing Hon. City Mayor to enter into and sign the said Memorandum of Agreement.

Through this, the city government ensures the effective use of our natural resources, especially in the forest and forestlands. (PR)