MAKATI CITY — The Department of Environmental Services (DES) of Makati has been conducting successive clearing operations across the city to ensure cleanliness and order in public spaces. Recently, personnel from the DES conducted inspections along Chino Roces Avenue, Dela Rosa Street, Barangay Pio del Pilar, and Barangay Olympia to clear sidewalks of various obstructions. The operation resulted in the confiscation of items that had been illegally occupying pedestrian walkways, including malunggay pandesal carts, steel carts, gas tanks, coolers, parking signs, large umbrellas, tables, and chairs.
Clearing Sidewalks for Pedestrian Safety and Environmental Order
The city government has been intensifying its clearing operations across major roads and public spaces to maintain cleanliness and environmental order. These efforts focus on removing obstructions and other items blocking sidewalks to ensure safer and more accessible walkways for pedestrians. By keeping sidewalks clear, the city aims to improve mobility for residents and visitors while reducing potential hazards caused by illegally placed structures. The initiative also contributes to the city's broader environmental goals by promoting orderly and sustainable urban spaces.
A Call for Vendor Compliance and Community Cooperation
The city government reminded vendors to keep sidewalks clean and free from obstructions at all times. Residents and business owners are encouraged to comply with local regulations by ensuring that their operations do not encroach on public walkways. The DES will continue conducting similar operations as part of its ongoing commitment to preserving cleanliness, public safety, and the overall orderliness of Makati's streets. Through these efforts, Makati reinforces its reputation as a clean, orderly, and environmentally conscious city.
