Yorme’s Hour with Mayor Isko Moreno and Mocha Uson – Summary (July 11, 2025)
I. Program Overview
“Yorme’s Hour,” co-hosted by Mayor Isko Moreno and Mocha Uson, serves as Manila’s weekly platform to report developments and address public concerns. The Mayor reaffirmed his commitment to maximize public funds and face the city’s problems head-on. He acknowledged public worries about his health, humorously referring to “Vitamin S (Stress)” and emphasizing that staying awake to solve issues is his priority.
II. Major Updates and Accomplishments
A. Waste Management
25,378 metric tons of garbage collected in two weeks—including 25 tons from PGH and 22 from the National Museum.
Waste services now normalized; public alleys cleared.
Acknowledged national government, MMDA, DPS, Engineering, and MDRRMO support.
Urged citizens to maintain cleanliness; weekly barangay clean-up drives continue.
B. Flood Control
2021 Drainage Master Plan completed and to be submitted for adoption.
Combines short-term declogging efforts with long-term infrastructure planning.
Emphasized barangay cooperation—highlighting the power of 896 barangays in sustainability.
C. General Tax Amnesty (Ordinance No. 9118)
Waives penalties/surcharges on overdue taxes (real property and business).
Valid until December 31, 2025.
Aimed to help taxpayers recover and encourage compliance.
D. Weekly Departmental Meetings & Accountability
Monthly meetings shifted to weekly for faster action and coordination.
Mayor cited prompt responses to corruption reports, like SK-related concerns.
E. Patient Transport Vehicles & PCSO HQ
Manila hosted the turnover of 387 ambulances from PCSO and President Marcos.
Announced relocation of PCSO National HQ to Manila for better public access.
F. Healthcare Reforms
Addressed public complaints over rude hospital staff; emphasized empathy.
Settled ₱2.2B medicine and ₱900M supply debts to restore inventory.
Approved ₱1M monthly revolving funds for all six hospital directors.
Appointed Dr. Dora Liquwanan as new Baseco Hospital director.
Surprise visits led to real-time improvements like new aircon units and repairs.
Permanent appointments given to deserving long-serving hospital personnel.
Promised “gift” announcement for senior citizens soon.
G. Job Order (JO) Rationalization
Exposed bloated JO count (5,913+), many hired for political reasons.
Differentiation underway between legitimate workers vs. “ghost” hires.
Salaries to resume for active JOs; legal actions pending for fraudulent appointments.
Warned employees not to protect previous corrupt practices.
H. Financial Transparency
Reiterated Manila’s ₱10.2B financial obligation, separate from pandemic debt.
₱950M owed for garbage alone.
Consulted DBP and sought BIR help for tracing misuse of public funds.
Committed to full transparency via weekly updates.
I. Peace and Order Enhancements
Ordered CCTV integration with PNP 911 Command Center.
Successful real-time response simulation conducted.
Encouraged barangay-level CCTV integration.
Met with NCRPO Chief Anthony Abarin to reduce Metro Manila crime.
Facilitated surrender of 3 murder suspects, turned over to NBI.
Warned criminals: “You will be pursued.”
J. Support for Seniors and PWDs
Reinstated program allowing PWDs and senior citizens to work in fast food chains.
Partnerships started (e.g., Papay’s), with hopes to include more brands.
Delivered ₱100,000 centenarian gift personally in Pandacan.
K. Infrastructure and Anti-Illegal Structures
Ordered demolition of an illegal barangay hall in Brgy. 313 blocking school access.
Probing unpermitted basketball courts and buildings on easements.
Addressing market complaints—structures blocking access are being removed.
Joint effort with Meralco to remove “spaghetti wires” and improve street lighting.
L. Upcoming Events & Partnerships
Mega Job Fair on July 18 at Robinsons Manila (Santa Monica Wing).
Received donations: 100 body cams (from Canton Chamber), medical supplies (Alves Commercial).
Construction of new bridge in Tuason-Arellano underway.
Announced Monday updates on upcoming arrests of “most wanted” suspects.
III. Closing Message
Mayor Isko reiterated his 100% dedication to public service and invited all citizens to participate in improving Manila. He thanked co-host Moka Uson, MPIO, and all frontliners. Addressing OFWs and immigrants, he encouraged them to spread accurate updates to their loved ones. He closed with: “Manila, God first.”
