MAKATI CITY — The Department of Environmental Services (DES) of Makati continues to maintain the city's urban greenery through tree-trimming operations conducted in eight barangays: Bel-Air, La Paz, Pio del Pilar, Poblacion, Olympia, Valenzuela, Guadalupe Nuevo, and Guadalupe Viejo. Similar maintenance activities were also carried out along Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue. The operations focus on managing overgrown branches that may create hazards along roads and pedestrian areas. Regular trimming helps keep streets accessible while allowing trees to grow properly and remain part of the city's green spaces.
Reducing Hazards Along Roads and Walkways
For residents and commuters, maintaining trees around roads and sidewalks can help create safer daily travel conditions. Overgrown branches may obstruct streetlights, traffic signs, and pedestrian routes, while weakened limbs can become hazardous during periods of strong winds and heavy rainfall. By addressing potential obstructions before they become serious hazards, the city can help reduce risks to pedestrians and motorists while keeping routes to schools, workplaces, businesses, and public transportation more accessible. Well-maintained streets also contribute to a more orderly and comfortable urban setting.
Maintaining Makati's Urban Greenery
Tree trimming serves not only a public safety purpose but also supports the proper care of Makati's urban trees. Regular maintenance helps trees remain healthy and allows them to continue providing environmental benefits, including shade, cleaner air, and natural temperature regulation. The continuing operations form part of the city's broader efforts to balance urban maintenance with environmental management. Keeping trees properly maintained helps preserve green spaces while ensuring that vegetation does not interfere with essential public infrastructure.
Residents Can Help Keep Public Spaces Safe
The DES also encourages residents to report sidewalk obstructions and related environmental concerns through its hotline at (02) 8899-9057. Community reports can help authorities identify areas that require attention and support more responsive maintenance efforts. Through continued tree care and public cooperation, Makati works toward maintaining streets and public spaces that are safer, cleaner, and more accessible while preserving the environmental value of its urban trees.
