Month: August 2021

MACEA, in collaboration with Ayala Land and Make It Makati initiated a trial run of the bike lanes which was completed and launched last September 7, 2020.

The installation of the bike lanes was a part of making the Makati CBD a commuter’s haven with an estimate of 760 cyclists per day who travel to Makati using bicycles, E-bikes and E-scooters. With the bike lanes being 3-meters wide, not only does it provide enough space for a large volume of cyclists but it also ensures the safety of both the cyclists and the pedestrians on the sidewalks. 

Because of the growing number of cyclists, Additional bike racks on the streets of Leviste, San Agustin, Tordesillas, Bautista and Valero Service Road II, III & IV were installed.

Meanwhile, the proposal for the “Bike Share Program” of DOTr and DPWH, in partnership with Moovr has also been raised. It was reported that one of the benefits of ridesharing is that it helps in the improvement of the user’s health as it requires physical efforts. It also increases the reach of transit, reduces congestion and improve the air quality.

In conclusion, the project on Bike lanes is being considered successful and plans for expansion are already being studied.

 

The construction of the 5-storey Legazpi Parking Building located at the district which was started last June 2019 is becoming more and more complete as the days go by. This carpark building is reported to have 603 parking slots. Now, if that isn’t exciting for vehicle owners who often visit Makati, then we don’t know what is.

To add more to the joy, the Villar Underpass is looking good,  as well. Construction is still ongoing. However, each day bunch of efforts put in by workers, the project underpass is starting to see the light of day. Soon, this will be packed with passersby, giving them a shade from the scorching sun while trying to get to a certain place by foot.

With the ongoing improvements being done in Makati, the planned asphalting at Salcedo Village and Legazpi Village was already implemented.

Last April 28, 2021, the overlay works started along the portion of Sotto Street in Legazpi Village and painting was done on May 6 to 7, 2021, with the assistance of Barangay San Lorenzo.

In connection with this, along the Villar Street in Salcedo Village, the overlay works was also started last May 29 to 30, 2021, followed by painting on May 31 to June 4, 2021, with the assistance of Barangay Bel-Air.

Mr. Abraham Vives Anunciacion has finally called it a day after 30 years of service in Makati Central Estate Association (MACEA). Within those years, he served as a field operation supervisor and an assistant general manager.

Mr. Anunciacion was the field operation supervisor from year 1991, August 16 until year 2006, September 15. He became the assistant general manager on 16th of September 2006 until 31st of March 2021.

One of his duties as the assistant general manager was overseeing day-to-day operations of the MaCEA managed areas. He undertook regular inspection of the area of jurisdiction in terms of compliance to the Association’s rules and regulations including its deed restrictions. He also ensured immediate action on complaints of all members and prepared correspondences. Preparing the quarterly summary of construction violations including the day-to-day computer encoding of violation date was also one of his duties. Furthermore, he would consequently coordinate implementation of corrective measures. Also, he would undertake project studies and would evaluate new innovative methods / procedures in order to further improve the operation of the Association. As for the billings for contractors, Meralco / MWC and suppliers, he would often conduct a thorough checking of the said billings.

As the former assistant general manager, he also conducted an evaluation of all the employed contractors, as well as the new contractors of the Association. He established and maintained institutional linkages and relations with the Makati City Administration including police, neighboring barangays and associations, MERALCO, MWC, and other public utility agencies and government entities.

Mr. Anunciacion exhibited the act of being flexible in work as he would also perform other duties / responsibilities that was assigned to him from time to time.

With a 3-year experience in Internal and External Audit, 13 years experience in Corporate Finance and 9 years as a Finance Manager at Ayala Property Management Corporation, Ms. Jackie-Lou O. Borreta is named as MACEA’s new Finance and Admin Head.

Ms. Borreta, a graduate of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (University of the City of Manila), finished her bachelor’s degree in Accountancy as a Cum Laude of Batch 2004.

In addition to her broad experience as a results-oriented certified public accountant, she is also a company process trainer in payable and accounting system. She’s also worked as an HR partner in finance training and employee payroll and benefits requirements. Moreover, she’s worked previously at San Buenaventura CPA and Co, Pag-IBIG Fund, Market!Market! (SSECC – ALI subs), and Deustche Knowledge Services.

Kids have a special place in her heart, that’s why teaching them is one of her most favorite things to do, along with traveling. According to her, “Malasakit is a key” in order to make the company’s mission and vision a reality.

The Makati Central Estate Association (MaCEA) has commenced general cleaning activities along the whole stretch of Aguirre St. and Gamboa St., Legazpi Village last May 30, 2021 at 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM.

The activities involved cleaning of the street and sidewalk pavement, curb and gutter, drainage inlets, street name signage as well as the streetlight fixtures.

The building administrators in the streets of Aguirre and Gamboa was also advised to temporarily prohibit the on-street parking of visitors, employees and tenants during the street cleaning activities.

On May 24, 2021, Urban Avenue from Amorsolo Street was closed  to traffic to give way to the construction of the Makati Subway Project.

The Makati City government and Philippine Infradev Holdings Inc. sealed a joint venture agreement for the $3.5 billion Makati City Subway.

The Subway will have 10 underground stations with at least 30 entrances linked to key destinations around the city namely, Central Business District at the corner of Ayala and Sen. Gil Puyat Avenues, Circuit City, Makati City Hall, University of Makati and Ospital ng Makati. The stations will also have connections to the existing MRT Line 3, the Pasig River Ferry Service, and the under-construction Metro Manila Subway. Passenger capacity is expected to be at 700,000 daily. It is also mentioned that there will be 12 air-conditioned trains in the first year of operation with intervals of 3 to 6 minutes that will operate 18 hours everyday.

On December 12, 2018, the preparatory work, including soil testing and feasibility studies of the proposed locations for the subway line’s stations, officially began, followed by a ceremonial drilling ceremony in front of the Makati City Hall, near the site of one of the proposed stations of the subway. The signing of the memorandum of understanding between the Makati city government and a consortium consisting of Philippine Infradev and Chinese firms Greenland Holdings Group, Jiangsu Provincial Construction Group Co. Ltd., Holdings Ltd. and China Harbour Engineering Company Ltd was also held.

Furthermore, the Makati Subway will be very beneficial because the commutes will be faster and easier. And if the commutes are faster, there will be an increase in work productivity and opportunities for businesses. There will also be an increase in profits for real estate investors. And finally, there will be a reduction in air pollution.

As for the fares and ticketing of the subway, the upcoming line will use a distance-based fare structure and will be charged 20% to 25% higher than the fares of Line 1 and Line 3. A 25 % premium will bring the subway’s rate to about ₱38 for 10 stops

Being a part of MaCEA’s Greening Project which aims to enhance the parks, open spaces, and greenery around the Makati Central Business District, the renovation of the Jaime Velasquez Park at Salcedo Village started last June 15, 2021.

Recognizing that the said park is both highly valued and an integral part of the Salcedo Village community, the upgrade will further improve the community’s experience as it features a more current design and layout.

Furthermore, the renovation is divided into two (2) phases. The first phase will cover the renovation of the open carpark while the second phase will be the redesign of the existing park.