Extension of Filcab Conversion Period

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LTFRB MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 99-018: Extension of Filcab Conversion Period

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Title Supreme Court: Extension of Filcab Conversion Period

Law: Ltfrb Memorandum Circular No. 99-018

Decision Date: Oct 11, 1999

Existing holders of certificates of public convenience are granted an extension until December 31, 1999, to convert their CPCs to Filcab service, provided they meet specific requirements set by the Board.

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Requirements for Conversion

Payment of all required fees
Use of a terminal as specified by Memorandum Circular No. 97-011
Proposed service route must be approved by the Land Transportation Franchise and Regulatory Board (LTFRB)
Conversion valid only for the remaining period of the original CPC
Vehicles used must be compatible with Filcab service standards as defined by DOTC Department Order No. 97-1097 and LTFRB Memorandum Circular No. 97-011

Validity and Extension of Effectivity

Original Memorandum Circular No. 99-001 effective until June 30, 1999
Requests for extension of the circular’s effectivity period were received and reviewed by the Board
The Board resolved to extend conversion availability until December 31, 1999
Extension conditional on strict compliance with all initial requirements

Implementation and Enforceability

Memorandum Circular No. 99-018 takes effect immediately upon issuance on October 11, 1999
Signed and adopted by the LTFRB Chairman and Board Members
Ensures orderly transition of CPC holders to Filcab operations under regulatory oversight

Legal and Regulatory Context

Reflects the LTFRB’s regulatory control over franchising and operational standards in public transportation
Alignment with previous DOTC and LTFRB regulations to maintain service quality and public safety
Emphasizes compliance with procedural and operational standards as a condition for service conversion

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