MMDA mulls designated PUV stops along Commonwealth

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In this Jan. 4, 2021 photo, heavy traffic greets morotists at Commonwealth Ave. in Quezon City on the first day of work for the new year.

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MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority is looking at establishing designated stops for public utility vehicles along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City ahead of its plan of an exclusive motorcycle lane along the road. 

 

This comes after MMDA chair Engr. Carlo Dimayuga and General Manager Baltazar Melgar met with representatives of Quezon City local government and various jeepney groups to discuss putting up designated bus and jeepney stops to ensure safety among road users.

 

In a statement sent to reporters, Dimayuga disclosed he sought the assistance of the Quezon City LGU and jeepney operators in identifying the loading and unloading areas along Commonwealth Avenue.

 

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