THE Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) on Monday conducted another round of clearing operations along Mabuhay Lanes which serve as alternate routes for the partial closure of the southbound lanes of the EDSA-Kamuning flyover in Quezon City.
MMDA general manager Procopio Lipana led the composite team from the agency’s Traffic Discipline Office, Sidewalk Clearing Operations Group, and Special Operations Group – Strike Force in removing traffic obstructions along Sgt. Esguerra Ave. and Scout Madrinan St. and Kamuning Road which are part of the alternate routes for the flyover’s closure.
The clearing operation particularly targeted illegally parked vehicles including private cars, taxis, and tricycles. Illegal structures along the sidewalks were dismantled.
Lipana reminded the public that sidewalks were meant for pedestrian mobility and safety.
“The sidewalk was not made for shops. The sidewalk was made for the people to pass through,” he said.
Lipana gave assurance that the MMDA will conduct intensified clearing operations every day on Mabuhay Lanes and other identified alternate routes to ensure seamless flow of traffic in these areas.
The southbound lane of the EDSA-Kamuning flyover was closed to vehicular traffic from May 1 to October 25 for much-needed retrofitting and rehabilitation.