Mayor Beng Climaco spearheaded Monday the distribution of cash assistance to some 315 public utility jeepney (PUJ) drivers affected by the Covid-19 pandemic at ₱ 1,500 each, representing the Local Special Amelioration Program (LSAP) of the city government in collaboration with the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB)-9.
Under strict compliance with the minimum public health standards, the distribution was held at the Integrated Bus Terminal in Divisoria through the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) and LTFRB-9 personnel.
Barring all hitches, especially in compliance with health protocols, the distribution of said cash assistance to other drivers on the list will continue Tuesday, Nov. 9, until Nov. 12.
A total of 2,838 PUJ drivers have been listed for the LSAP, the distribution of which must be personal to the drivers as no proxy is allowed. It can be claimed at the CSWD office in case the driver fails to attend the actual distribution at IBT.
A month or two ago, the mayor also graced the distribution of similar cash assistance to other sectors, whose livelihoods or means of family income were affected by the pandemic-driven lockdowns.
Among the early beneficiaries were the laborers in the different business establishments, entertainment industry, the PWDs and others.
PUJ drivers must observe the following when claiming their cash assistance at any designated venues:
1. Strict enforcement of the “NO FACE MASK & FACE SHIELD, NO ENTRY POLICY”
2. Proper ventilation and exhaust system in the pay-out areas
3. Chairs shall be distanced at least two (2) meters on all sides
4. Queuing shall comply with the two (2) meters distance on all sides.
5. Please strictly follow your payroll number and the corresponding date and time of release otherwise you will not be allowed to enter the distribution area.
6. Please bring your driver’s license original and photocopy.
7. Please bring your vaccination card. (Vic Larato)
(Source: City Government of Zamboanga Facebook page)
