In a significant move to bolster its disaster preparedness capabilities, Santa Rosa City Mayor Arlene Arcillas has forged a strategic partnership with TAU Corporation, a distinguished Japanese company renowned for its expertise in disaster response.
The formal collaboration, titled the ‘Master Agreement for Services on Affected-Vehicle Removal in times of Disaster,’ was officially inked recently during a visit by the city delegation to Saitama, Japan.
Per the terms of the agreement, TAU Corporation will serve as the primary partner of Santa Rosa City in times of disasters.
The company’s core services will revolve around the towing and removal of damaged vehicles from roadways post-disaster, along with providing designated storage facilities for these vehicles.
This initiative aims to mitigate the impact of disasters, safeguard critical infrastructure, and swiftly address damages incurred by public facilities and road networks.
Arcillas expressed her admiration and confidence in TAU Corp., emphasizing the importance of fostering strong ties with various private sectors, both at home and abroad, to advance the city’s objectives and enhance the well-being of its residents.
She underscored the significance of the partnership by highlighting Japan’s longstanding reputation for exemplary disaster resilience and rapid recovery efforts, citing the nation’s track record of efficiently overcoming numerous natural disasters and setting global benchmarks in disaster management practices.
“I firmly believe that entering into this agreement is a prudent choice. Japan has long been recognized for its exemplary disaster resilience and rapid recovery mechanisms. It has faced and overcome countless natural disasters with remarkable speed and efficiency,” Arcillas stated.
In a statement, TAU Corp. CEO Akitaka Miyamoto underscored the multifaceted benefits of the collaboration, noting that besides aiding in disaster recovery efforts, the partnership also contributes positively to environmental sustainability.
Miyamoto highlighted the company’s commitment to environmentally responsible practices, including the implementation of ‘car triage’ techniques to determine the most suitable method of vehicle disposal based on the extent of damage.
Santa Rosa City’s partnership with TAU Corp. is a crucial step towards enhancing its disaster response capabilities and underscores a proactive approach towards safeguarding the community and its infrastructure in the face of potential emergencies.
