The Sangguniang Bayan of Pudtol, through its Committee on Transportation, held a public hearing on February 4, 2026 to deliberate on proposed measures aimed at improving local transport services and traffic management. The forum was presided over by Hon. Julian C. Patayan, Jr., providing a platform for open and constructive dialogue among stakeholders.Discussions centered on two proposed ordinances:
1. “An Ordinance Updating the Traffic Rules and Regulations of the Municipality of Pudtol, Apayao, and;
2. An Ordinance Adjusting Tricycle Fares for Regular Rides and “Hire” (Special Trips) in the Municipality of Pudtol, Apayao, and for other purposes.
These initiatives seek to ensure reasonable fare structures while strengthening road safety and regulatory compliance across Pudtol, Apayao.
Key offices and sectoral representatives, including EnP Norbert P. Abulencia of MPDO, Municipal Treasury Office, Pudtol Municipal Police Station, Land Transportation Office, PTODA, and Punong Barangays and Barangay Kagawads, shared valuable insights grounded in their respective mandates and community experiences. Their inputs highlighted the importance of balancing commuter welfare with the sustainability of the local transport sector.
The Sangguniang Bayan members present, Hon. Maribel L. Sipsip, Hon. Ma. Mina Grace A. Sangil, Hon. Benigno M. Baydan III, Hon. Russe V. Galut, Hon. Loreto C. Pascua, together with IPMR Hon. Edaño T. Patayan and SB Secretary Riel Pascua, actively contributed to the deliberations, further enriching the policy discussion.
