LRT Line 1 North Extension - Common Station

New Configuration (as approved during the Duterte Administration)
The proposed new configuration includes a total concourse area of 13,700 square meters connecting the LRT Line 1 North Extension, MRT 3, and MRT 7 on the corner of North Avenue and EDSA, with total cost of PhP2,800 million.
Original Project (as approved during the Aquino III Administration)
The project aims to provide a common station for easy passenger transfer between and among LRT 1, MRT 3, MRT 7 and road-based transportation systems, with total project cost of PhP1,399.65 million, for Local Financing.
Implementing Agency: Department of Transportation
Total Project Cost (in PhP M): 2,800.00
Funding Source: Local Financing Infrastructure - Transportation
ICC-TB Dates: > 18 Jul 2013
ICC-CC Date: > 05 Aug 2013
NEDA Board Dates:
27 June 2017 (noted confirmation ad referendum)
30 May 2017 (confirmed ad referendum)
29 Nov 2012 (confirmed the ICC approval)
Implementation Period: 2017 - April 2019
Regions/Provinces: NCR
Project Status (Internal):
Implementation Yet To Be Started.
The NEDA Board in its June 27, 2017 meeting, noted its earlier confirmation ad referendum of the ICC approval of following: Proposed new configuration of project includes a total concourse area of 13,700 square meters connecting the LRT Line 1 North Extension, MRT 3, and MRT 7 on the corner of North Avenue and EDSA; Total project cost of PhP2.8 billion, to be funded through the GAA for 2017- 2019, which includes the PhP1.4 billion under the DOTr’s budget in the 2017 GAA, PhP1.2 billion for fiscal years 2018 and 2019, and PhP200 million under the Light Rail Transit Authority
In its May 16, 2017 letter, DOTr provided NEDA copy of the MOA signed by relevant parties on January 18, 2017.
Project changes confirmed ad referendum by the NEDA Board on May 30, 2017.

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MPTC unit to award contract for Cebu Cordova expressway

Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) subsidiary Cebu Cordova Link Expressway Corp. (CCLEC) is planning to award the contract to the winning bidder for the P27.9 billion Cebu Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX) in September.

Rosemarie Versoza, manager for legal services at CCLEC, said the company expects to award the contract for the CCLEX next month.

“We’re now in the process of evaluating which of the contractors are the best with the best price. While we are doing that, on the other side, we are also securing all the necessary permits from government agencies,” she said.

The company needs to obtain a special land use permit from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, as well as the City Environment and Natural Resources Office because the project would partly cover timberland.

The 8.5-kilometer CCLEX will have a causeway and bridge toll facility between Mactan island and Cebu City.

It was initiated by MPTC with the local governments of Cebu City and Cordova.

Versoza said the actual construction works for the CCLEX are targeted to begin in January next year.

“We are committed to finish the project by 2020,” she said.

RLC renews deal with MMDA on Nova terminal, key component of system for EDSA-bound buses

Leading property developer Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC) has renewed its partnership with the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) in operating the Nova Public Bus Terminal, saying it was part of its commitment to support services that provide ease and comfort to people .

RLC said it is working closely with the MMDA to ensure the success of each operation and the safety of its passengers. “We are pleased to renew this partnership with the MMDA. Robinsons Malls remains committed to help the government in providing a safe, clean and convenient transport terminal for the commuting public,” said Arlene Magtibay, General Manager of Robinsons Malls after the signing of the renewal agreement.

The partnership between RLC and the MMDA was first forged in October 2004 with the signing of the first MOA graced by the presence of the then-President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo with former MMDA Chairman Bayani Fernando and Quezon City Mayor Sonny Belmonte. Through this partnership, RLC aims to better serve thousands of commuters and travelers who frequent the terminal.

The Nova Public Bus Terminal opens at 5 a.m. and closes at 12 midnight. The terminal covers 12,000 square meters of Robinsons Novaliches grounds located at Brgy. Pasong Putik, Novaliches, Quezon City along Quirino Highway.

Currently, around 24 bus companies regularly use the terminal with 600 buses covering the routes coming from Fairview and going to Baclaran, Ayala, Alabang –Muntinlupa, Pacita Complex Laguna and NAIA.

Since the opening of the Nova Public Bus Terminal, the terminal has become a key component of the MMDA’s Bus Management and Dispatch System (BMDS) that does not only regulate the number of Public Utility Buses (PUBs) in EDSA but also monitors the drivers manning them.

RLC has already developed several bus terminals near its malls to address the public’s demand for a better mode of transportation. These include the Interregional Terminal Hub at Robinsons Starmills Pampanga which started December 14, 2014 and the Dumaguete City Transport Terminal at Robinsons Place Dumaguete which opened last July 10, 2012. In Robinsons Place Butuan, the Robinsons Transport Terminal started its dry run last August 2, 2017 and is expected to be fully operational this month to accommodate the needs of the public. The Bogo Central Transport Terminal, on the other hand, is expected to start its operations this October.

http://www.interaksyon.com/rlc-renews-deal-with-mmda-on-nova-terminal-key-component-of-system-for-edsa-bound-buses/

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‘A Filipino at heart’

Ambassador Jesus “Chuching” Tambunting, OBE and his wife Marge recently hosted a farewell dinner in honor of outgoing British Ambassador Asif Ahmad.

Attended by the two envoys’ friends and colleagues in the diplomatic and business circles, the evening was a touching celebration of the wonderful work Ambassador Asif has done during his tour of duty in the Philippines.

“Over the years, Asif, you have grown to be a close personal friend to me,” Ambassador Chuching said in his toast. “I would like to enjoin all my friends gathered here tonight to formally send you off with nothing but our prayers and best wishes…to Her Majesty’s ambassador to the Philippines, Asif Ahmad, a friend and a Filipino at heart.”

Kudos to Ambassador Chuching for a delightful dinner and many thanks to Ambassador Asif for his many priceless contributions to our nation!

For the children

Over the years, ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation’s Bantay Bata 163 has been leading the charge to fight and stand for Filipino children.

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, the organization recently held a fundraising event at the Reception Hall of the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City.

Attended by one of the charity’s longtime supporters, RichPrime Global Inc. president and CEO Myrna Yao, the fundraiser featured the creations of international avant-garde designer Rocky Gathercole.

Happy anniversary!

Greetings

Happy birthday to our celebrators today, Bergamo’s dapper Mel Meer and Sandie Poblador.

Advance birthday greetings to Philippine Hotel Owners Association Inc. president Arthur Lopez, Teresita Briones, Marixi Prieto and Isabela’s Sid del Rosario, Sept. 11; George Yang, Ding Marcelo and Marge Francia, Sept. 12; Dr. Amelou Benitez Reyes, Pam Litton, International School of Sustainable Tourism president Mina Gabor, Pachot Mapa, former senator Bongbong Marcos and Milagros Cruz, Sept. 13; former senator Santanina Rasul, Sept. 14; STAR editor-in-chief Amy Pamintuan, Marietta Santos and Marnee Santiago Litton, Sept. 15; Furnitalia managing director Florence Ko, golfer Bolo Tuason and Irene Marcos-Araneta, Sept 16.

So, how was your week?

(For comments and inquiries, please e-mail me at jjlitton@indanet.com.)