THE Quezon City government is determined to strictly enforce an ordinance banning private cars along Tomas Morato Ave. a popular food hub, every first Sunday of the month.
Phase 1 of Ordinance SP-3345 of 2024 prohibits cars on Morato every first Sunday of each month
However, Phase 2 will be implemented a year after to ban cars every other Sunday of the month.
The Car-Free, Carefree Sundays” along Tomas Morato is dedicated to enhance mobility and create a safe, open space for residents and visitors to enjoy recreational activities, such as biking and jogging.
The ordinance mandates that a portion of Tomas Morato be closed to vehicular traffic giving way to pedestrians, joggers and cyclists to foster an active lifestyle, reduce vehicular emissions and create a cleaner, greener urban environment.
Mayor Joy Belmonte cited the program’s goals, saying the “car-free Su days reflect our vision of a sustainable, people first Quezon City.”