Highlights of the 9th Regular Session of the Iloilo City Sangguniang Panlungsod held on September 10, 2025

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

9th Regular Session – Iloilo City Sangguniang Panlungsod
September 10, 2025 | 10:03 A.M. | SP Session Hall

The 12th Sangguniang Panlungsod, presided over by Vice Mayor Lady Julie Grace L. Baronda, convened its 9th Regular Session to deliberate on matters focused on public safety, infrastructure compliance, and urban transport services.

Key Actions & Highlights

1. Building Permit Compliance for DPWH Projects

  • Councilor Johnny Y. Young delivered a privilege speech highlighting repeated violations by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for commencing projects without securing building permits from the Office of the Building Official (OBO), in violation of the National Building Code (PD 1096).
  • Resolution No. 2025-864 was unanimously approved, urging DPWH to:
    • Secure all required permits before project implementation.
    • Halt ongoing works without permits.
    • Submit a formal explanation to the SP regarding persistent violations since 2022.
    • Direct OBO to audit and monitor all DPWH projects for compliance.

2. Privilege Speech on Public Safety

  • Councilor Sedfrey L. Cabaluna raised the issue of improving security and surveillance systems in the city.
    • Action Taken: Deliberation deferred pending submission of detailed documents.

3. Public Transportation Expansion

The SP approved six franchise ordinances, granting Certificates of Public Convenience to various tricycle operators.
These aim to improve last-mile connectivity and streamline routes under the Enhanced Local Public Transport Route Plan (LPTRP):

Regulation Ordinance

Route

No. of Units

2025-240

JA-3 – Jaro (M. Jaime St. – Brgy. Benedicto – Don Francisco Subd.)

        6

2025-241

JA-7 – San Isidro – Tabuc Suba – NIA Road    

        13

2025-242

JA-12 – Javellana Ext. – Ledesco – City Homes

        3

2025-243

MA-5 – Bakhaw – Seminario – Jaro Big Market

        23

2025-244

MA-6 – Bolilao, Mandurriao

        7

2025-245

MA-1 – San Rafael, Mandurriao

        1

All franchises are valid for 3 years, with strict conditions:

  • Operation prohibited on national highways.
  • Drivers must have professional licenses and Comprehensive Third-Party Liability Insurance (CTPL).
  • Mandatory participation in driver safety programs.
  • Clearly posted tariffs and designated fixed routes.

4. Temporary Road Closure

  • RO 2025-246 approved the temporary closure of a portion of Iloilo Sunset Boulevard on September 14, 2025 (5:00 AM – 8:00 AM) for the Panay PAMET Fun Run, in line with the National Medical Technology Week celebration.
  • The TTMO will oversee traffic management and rerouting.

Significance

  • Reinforces public safety through stricter enforcement of building code compliance.
  • Expands and regulates urban transport, improving mobility for communities.
  • Supports civic and health activities by facilitating organized events.
  • Strengthens accountability and good governance through clear, enforceable policies.