The city government under Mayor Leni Robredo is taking steps to tighten oversight and improve efficiency in managing its fleet of vehicles, particularly in areas of fuel consumption and maintenance.
Through Executive Order No. 017, Robredo created a Technical Working Group (TWG) tasked to assess the city’s existing fleet management system and propose measures to make it more accountable, cost-effective, and sustainable.
The TWG is mandated to conduct a thorough assessment of the city’s current vehicle inventory, including distribution, usage, and maintenance practices. It is also expected to recommend improvements to streamline operations and reduce unnecessary spending.
One of the group’s key deliverables is the drafting of a Fleet Management Manual that will establish policies, procedures, and oversight mechanisms for the centralized management of all city-owned vehicles.
The TWG is given 45 days from the issuance of the order to submit a comprehensive report, including the proposed manual, to the Office of the City Mayor.
Mayor Robredo emphasized that effective planning and stricter controls are crucial in ensuring that government resources are maximized to serve the public better. | via Jason B. Neola
