Traffic ordinance of Gusa eyed for citywide integration

The committee on barangay affairs, chaired by Councilor Marlo L. Tabac, is now reviewing the proposed traffic regulation measures of Barangay Gusa which seeks to declare Emerald Street as a no-parking zone and one-way road, and designate Sapphire Street and other identified barangay roads as one-way traffic routes.

The proposed traffic management interventions of the said measure aim to address the worsening congestion along the Barangay Gusa National Highway, which has affected the movement of vehicles and commuters in the area.

In its legal opinion, the CLO affirmed that the regulation of traffic through the designation of one-way roads, establishment of no-parking zones, and imposition of corresponding penalties is within the authority of the city government.

However, the office recommended that the ordinance be referred to the Roads and Traffic Administration (RTA) for thorough evaluation, coordination, and possible adoption into the city’s official traffic management system.

The CLO cited the provisions of the Local Government Code of 1991 and the Land Transportation and Traffic Code (Republic Act No. 4136), emphasizing the need for local traffic regulations to be consistent with existing laws and integrated with the city’s overall traffic management framework.

During the discussion, Engr. Nonito Oclarit, RTA Manager, proposed the conduct of a joint ocular inspection of the affected roads on July 9, 2026, to allow concerned offices and stakeholders to assess the actual traffic conditions and determine the appropriate measures to improve road safety and mobility in Barangay Gusa.

For his part, Tabac emphasized the importance of inter-agency collaboration between the barangay and city government offices to ensure that proposed traffic measures are responsive to the needs of motorists, pedestrians, and residents while supporting the city’s continuing efforts to enhance traffic management. (JAO/SP)