Emano wants pedestrian crossings along nat’l highway overpasses removed for safety

Councilor Yevonna Yacine B. Emano, on Monday, called for the removal of designated pedestrian lanes near national highway overpasses in the city for public safety.

This was the proposal of the lady councilor, during the regular session on Monday, presided over by Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez, in response to the reports of road accidents involving vehicles and pedestrians, particularly near school premises.

In her special report, Councilor Emano recalled that Councilor Suzette Magtajas-Daba aired report about a school kid who was hit by a vehicle at the pedestrian crossing. She cited provisions of the city’s Traffic Code which prohibits any person to cross the street within the 50 lineal meters from both sides of a pedestrian overpass.

“But if we agree to talk about safety, of course, dili siya safe. The national highway wala’y speed limit mao na daghan gaka-disgrasya daghan dili maka-break on time hilabina kung gabi-i,” she stressed.

Additionally, Councilor Emano brought attention to the obstructed pedestrian crossing at Cogon Market area. She claimed that some people are still using the designated pedestrian lane even with the signage.

“I do not know ngano maski gibabagan na, maski naa na’y sign, manabok lang gihapon ang atong mga tawo,” she said.

Emphasizing the safety of pedestrians and motorists, Councilor Emano said road rules and policies must strictly be enforced.

“Maybe this is one way for us to look ahead to lessen accident sa dalan..or generally for public safety,” Emano concluded.

The special report of Councilor Emano was referred to the Committees on Public Works and Public Utilities chaired by Councilors Edgar S. Cabanlas and Romeo V. Calizo, respectively, for appropriate action.