Mandaue City has reached 80 percent readiness for the upcoming ASEAN Leaders' Summit, as city officials accelerate final preparations, including road cleaning, social welfare operations, and beautification projects along key routes.
Finishing Touches Underway
City Administrator Gonzalo Malig-on stated that Mandaue has entered the finishing touches stage, particularly along designated delegate routes. Mayor Thadeo Jovito “Jonkie” Ouano reported that approximately 80 percent of the work needed for ASEAN-related activities is complete.
“We are already in the finishing touches. Cleaning operations along the routes are ongoing, and so far, we are almost ready,” Malig-on said.
Addressing Street Dwellers
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has been coordinating with the city’s social welfare office to manage the presence of street dwellers along routes. Malig-on described this as a continuing challenge but noted that DSWD operations are continuous.
“The presence of people roaming around remains a challenge, but the DSWD’s operations are continuous,” he added.
Beautification Projects
Beautification projects are progressing across the city, especially along Ouano Avenue, a major road. Malig-on admitted that not all work is complete but assured that ongoing projects aim to improve the area’s appearance before the international event.
“Mandaue City has a beautification project along Ouano Avenue. Mayor Jonkie inspected the area last night, and there are still some portions that are not yet finished,” Malig-on said.
The city government continues to fast-track preparations to ensure Mandaue is ready to host and welcome ASEAN delegates in the coming weeks.
