AROUND 300 tricycle operators and drivers participated in the first batch of the annual Motorized Tricycle-for-Hire Seminar organized by the City Government of Tagbilaran on October 12, 2024, at the Saulog Gym.
This seminar, spearheaded by the City Traffic Management Office (CTMO) and the Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO), aims to provide tricycle drivers and operators with the latest information regarding traffic regulations, road safety, and the importance of compliance with licensing requirements.
Mayor Jane Yap, together with CTMO Head P/INSP (Ret.) Antonio Samante, BPLO Head Atty. Colleen Guantero-Medidas, and City Tourism Officer May Hope Arcenal, were present during the event, underlining the city’s ongoing efforts to improve transportation services.
During the seminar, the participants received updates on road safety practices, discussed common traffic violations, and were reminded of their responsibilities in providing quality service to passengers.
Mayor Yap commended the participants for their dedication and highlighted the vital role of tricycle drivers in ensuring safe and reliable transportation for the residents of Tagbilaran.
“Our tricycle drivers are integral to the mobility of our citizens. Through this seminar, we hope to equip them with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide safer, more efficient, and courteous service. It is not just about driving but about making a positive impact on our community,” she added.
The seminar is scheduled to continue every Saturday from October 12, 2024 to December 21, 2024, accommodating a limited number of 300 participants per session. Drivers are required to bring their professional driver’s licenses for registration, which starts at 7:15 AM.
According to CTMO, the goal is to ensure that all registered tricycle operators and drivers in the city undergo this training by the end of the year.
As the seminar series progresses, the City Government looks forward to further enhancing the transportation system in Tagbilaran. The collaborative effort between the local government and the transport sector aims to ensure that public transportation remains a reliable service in the city.
