QuestionsQuestions (MMDA Resolution NO. 13-12)
It cites Section 6 of Republic Act No. 7924 (MMDA Charter) as the basis to strictly implement MMDA Resolution No. 02-28 (2002).
MMDA Resolution No. 02-28 (Series of 2002), which authorizes the MMDA and LGUs to clear sidewalks, streets, avenues, alleys, bridges, parks, and other public places of all illegal structures and obstructions.
The text states that MMDA is mandated under RA 7924 to set policies, coordinate, and regulate implementation of programs/projects concerning traffic management, and to formulate and implement programs, policies, and procedures to achieve public safety.
It observes that streets, sidewalks, alleys, bridges, parks, and other public places are continuously used for displaying and vending goods and for installing structures for commercial and advertising purposes, which allegedly prevents proper use by road users and jeopardizes public health and safety.
Sidewalks, streets, avenues, alleys, bridges, parks, and other public places.
It links clearance of obstructions to improved public safety (security) and to facilitating efficient movement and proper utilization of public spaces.
The resolution states that the Metro Manila Council approved MMDA Resolution No. 13-12 during its regular council meeting by majority vote.
It was approved and confirmed on March 22, 2013, in the City of Manila, Metro Manila.
It deems it urgent to clear public places from vendors and individuals to ensure security and facilitate efficient movement, consistent with MMDA’s thrust to promote public safety and rationalize use of public spaces.
It implies that certain installations or activities in public places are not authorized and obstruct public use; therefore, enforcement actions (clearance) are administrative measures intended to restore lawful use of public property.
MMDA and LGUs are both involved; the cited earlier resolution authorizes them to clear the covered public areas, and Resolution No. 13-12 urges LGUs to strictly implement the earlier MMDA clearance authority.
It frames the resolution as a directive to LGUs to comply and implement the existing MMDA authorization (MMDA Res. 02-28), rather than detailing direct operational steps by MMDA.
It provides MMDA’s statutory authority and mandate (especially Section 6) to set policies and implement programs related to traffic management and public safety, including coordinating clearance of obstructions in public places through MMDA-LGU mechanisms.