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Garcia assumes post of acting Cebu City mayor

City Vice Mayor Raymond Garcia yesterday assumed the post of acting mayor following the preventive suspension of Mayor Michael Rama by the Office of the Ombudsman......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Rama stops CPA port project due to permit issues

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama ordered City Hall officials to stop the construction of a port at the back of the National Museum after the Cebu Port Authority (CPA) failed to secure a building permit. The mayor even slammed the CPA for the lack of “decency” and “courtesy” due to the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

Cebu City Mayor Rama cries foul over province’s move to stop BRT construction

Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama says he will no longer hold back when Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia counters his plans for the city.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

EcoWaste Coalition Seeks Mayor Rama s Help to Halt Sale of Banned Cosmetics with Mercury

22 February 2024, Cebu City/Quezon City.  An environmental health NGO sought the help of Cebu City Mayor Michael "Mike" Rama to stop the unlawful sale of contraband cosmetics containing high concentrations of mercury, a health-damaging chemical not allowed in cosmetic products."We respectfully request your good office to take the necessary action to stop the continuing sale in Cebu City of skin whi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Rama on Duterte-Marcos word war: ‘It’s not fair to those who supported UniTeam’

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama could not help but express his dismay on the ongoing word war involving President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and former President Rodrigo Duterte. Rama said he finds the “tug-of-war” involving the two UniTeam leaders “unfair” especially to their members. The Cebu City mayor said that it was.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption

Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Bong Go aids Muntinlupa fire victims

Fire victims in Muntinlupa City received relief goods on Wednesday from Sen. Bong Go, Mayor Ruffy Biazon, Vice Mayor Artemio Simundac and other local officials......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Lascañas, ex-cop, claims Sara Duterte ‘invented’ Tokhang

MANILA, Philippines — A confessed Davao Death Squad (DDS) gunman claimed that “Oplan Tokhang,” the brutal “knock and plead” anti-drug operation carried out by former President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration was a brainchild of then Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte. The confessed DDS gunman also claimed that the brother of then Mayor Sara Duterte, then Vice.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

DILG implements suspension order on Siaton Mayor Diaz

DILG implements suspension order on Siaton Mayor Diaz.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024

Rama files motion to lift suspension order against him

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Suspended Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama and his legal team have filed a  motion before the Office of the Ombudsman to lift the suspension order against him and seven other city hall officials. This developed after the Court of Appeals (CA) dismissed their petition for certiorari with a “prayer for issuance.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024

DENR to work with ombudsman after Bohol officials’ suspension

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources will work closely with the Office of the Ombudsman following the preventive suspension of Bohol Gov. Aris Aumentado and 68 other local officials for six months without pay in connection with the investigation into the construction of Captain’s Peak Resort at the foot of Chocolate Hills......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

Rama’s suspension was ‘collateral damage’ – Digong

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The suspension meted against Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama was a collateral damage, said former President Rodrigo ‘Digong’ Duterte. Duterte on Saturday, May 25, penned an open letter addressed to supporters in Tacloban City where his camp planned to hold a ‘Maisug rally’ in the city’s Remedios Trinidad Romualdez Plaza. Due.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 27th, 2024

NegOcc mayors urge LCP to convene amid suspension of nat’l president

NegOcc mayors urge LCP to convene amid suspension of nat’l president.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

CA upholds suspension of Rama, 7 other execs

CA upholds suspension of Rama, 7 other execs.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 22nd, 2024

Mayor extends F2F classes suspension

Mayor extends F2F classes suspension.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 20th, 2024

DILG recommends preventive suspension vs Bamban Mayor Alice Guo

he Department of the Internal and Local Government recommended a preventive suspension against controversial Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo following unanswered questions regarding her personal background and alleged illegal activities......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 18th, 2024

Siaton officials yet to serve suspension

Siaton officials yet to serve suspension.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Limpag: Will Mike Rama suspension mean a better Palaro hosting?

Limpag: Will Mike Rama suspension mean a better Palaro hosting?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

Ombudsman lifts suspension on 72 NFA warehouse supervisors

The Office of the Ombudsman has lifted the suspension of 72 out of 139 officials and employees of the National Food Authority implicated in the alleged anomalous sale of government rice buffer stocks to private traders......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Workers ‘responsible’ for Rama suspension cry foul

Workers ‘responsible’ for Rama suspension cry foul.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024