Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 11280)
Republic Act No. 11280 is titled "An Act Renaming the Portion of Radial Road 10 Traversing Bonifacio Avenue Drive at Anda Circle in Station Kilometer (Sta Km) 1+100, up to Marala Bridge at the Foot of Estero de Marala Sta Km 6+445, all in the City of Manila as Mel Lopez Boulevard."
It is in due recognition of Gemeliano "Mel" C. Lopez, Jr. for his noteworthy accomplishments, invaluable contributions, and exceptional public service as a sportsman, public servant, and socio-civic leader, particularly to the people of the City of Manila.
The portion of Radial Road 10 traversing Bonifacio Drive at Anda Circle in Station Kilometer 1+100, intersection of Claro M. Recto Avenue and Manila International Container Terminal South Access Road under the Manuel Roxas Jr. Flyover, past the North Harbor Passenger Terminal Complex and Manila North Harbor Container Port through Radial Road 10 going over Estero de Vitas and up to Marala Bridge at the foot of Estero de Marala Station Kilometer 6+445, all in the City of Manila, approximately 5.345 kilometers long, is renamed as Mel Lopez Boulevard.
The length of the portion renamed as Mel Lopez Boulevard is approximately 5.345 kilometers.
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is tasked to issue the necessary rules, orders, and circulars for the implementation of the Act within sixty (60) days from its effectivity.
The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation.
It traverses Bonifacio Drive at Anda Circle, the intersection of Claro M. Recto Avenue and Manila International Container Terminal South Access Road, under the Manuel Roxas Jr. Flyover, past the North Harbor Passenger Terminal Complex, Manila North Harbor Container Port, over Estero de Vitas, and up to Marala Bridge at the foot of Estero de Marala.
It was approved and signed into law by Rodrigo Roa Duterte, President of the Philippines.
Renaming the road honors Mel Lopez's legacy and contributions as a sportsman, public servant, and socio-civic leader, especially his impact on the City of Manila.
The Department of Public Works and Highways shall issue the necessary implementing rules, orders, and circulars within sixty (60) days after the Act becomes effective.