A Manila City representative wants to abolish the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA), citing that its functions could just be carried out by national agencies and local governments. READ:
AN MMDA traffic officer directs vehicles along Katigbak Road corner Roxas Boulevard in Manila in this photo taken March 28, 2022. — PHILIPPINE STAR/ RUSSEL PALMA
During the House’s plenary session on Monday, Manila Rep. Joel R. Chua lambasted the MMDA and called it “disruptive.” He also cited reports from state auditors indicating that the MMDA failed to complete 20 out of 39 flood control projects in 2021.“Respect is mandatory. MMDA has been disrespecting agencies and local governments and their individual laws,” he said.
Quezon City Rep. Franz S. Pumaren supported Mr. Chua’s call, saying, “There are incidents wherein cars are parked for a short time, but they’re suddenly towed . What is this? Do they have a quota in catching vehicles?”
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