May 1, 2024

City residents were reminded anew to strictly abide by the Covid-19 precautionary measures to maintain its improving health outlook as the city transitions from general community quarantine to modified GCQ.

The mayor said the city opened 80 percent of its businesses under GCQ on May 21 and added more starting May 25, thus the need to be doubly conscious of the health and safety protocols.

“We can win against this disease so long as we do not let our guards down. We will not slacken in our resolve to keep the virus at bay while we slowly open up our economy,” Magalong said.

The mayor has issued a memorandum directing concerned offices, barangays, and business owners to comply with the ordinances mandating the wearing of facemasks and strict observance of physical distancing at all times and in all places.

The mayor said it is crucial that these rules be strictly observed, especially in critical business establishments frequented by people. – Aileen P. Refuerzo