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To be clear: This isn’t an attack on the ordinance. In fact, Ordinance No. 10551-2007 is widely seen as sound, relevant and necessary. The problem isn’t the policy — it’s the inconsistent and unclear enforcement.
The Kasalan ng Bayan of Cagayan de Oro stands out as a rare hybrid model — blending public service with private generosity.
Students, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are eligible for a 20% fare discount under the law, yet several commuters have voiced frustrations over non-compliance among some drivers.
"The effect of the pandemic on the mental health of the youth would last at least for the next 10 years," Pagaspas noted, citing an article from a pediatric society abroad.
