Headlines News for Davao City, Philippines
1. Davao City DPWH Halts Bucana Bridge Opening Amid Safety Concerns
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH-11) has called off the scheduled opening of the Bucana Bridge in Davao City, which is part of the Coast Road Segment B. The decision to suspend the operations came shortly after Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte publicly raised concerns regarding the safety and structural integrity of the major infrastructure project. The P3.1-billion bridge, spanning the Davao River, was initially expected by the DPWH to be operational by December 2025 to help ease traffic congestion in the city.
2. City Sports Implements New Permit Requirement for Event Organizers and Venue Owners
The City Government of Davao, through its City Sports Development Division (SDD), announced a new protocol requiring all sports event organizers and venue owners to secure the necessary permits for their activities. The directive, issued on December 18, 2025, specifically mandates organizers of events such as fun runs and marathons to submit their requests for permits a minimum of three months in advance of the scheduled event date.
3. Davao City Council Eyes P7,000 Gratuity Pay for Job Order and Contractual Workers
The Davao City local government is processing the grant of a one-time gratuity pay of P7,000 for its qualified Job Order (JO) and Contract of Service (COS) employees. The benefit is intended for workers who have rendered at least four months of actual satisfactory performance as of December 15, 2025, and hold an active contract until that date, in line with relevant administrative orders and budget circulars. The move is aimed at providing financial assistance to these workers before the end of the year.
