The call of Bacolodnons to restore the Bacolod Public Plaza to its past glory is being answered, one day, one sweep, one truckload of waste at a time, the Bacolod City Communications Office (BCCO) reported on Friday, July 4.
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Now on its third day, the city-led cleanup drive under Mayor Greg Gasataya’s administration is steadily transforming the heart of Bacolod, turning public clamor into visible action, a press release from the BCCO said.
Teams from the General Services Office, City Engineer’s Office, and other key departments are working daily to remove trash, overgrowth, and eyesores that have long overshadowed the beauty of the historic plaza, it said.
“The people have spoken, and we are acting on it,” Gasataya said.
“Our plaza is more than just a park; it is where Bacolodnons gather, rest, and celebrate. We will bring back its dignity, safety, and beauty for everyone to enjoy”, he said.
To answer questions on tree cutting at the plaza, the BCCO said “those trees were not cut randomly, those trees were either withered, potential hazards to the public, were shallow rooted swaying trees in danger of falling, untagged, and those that grew up beside other trees that could affect root growth”.
“Rest assured that this method is not harmful to the environment,” it said.
Images from the ongoing cleanup show cleared walkways, rejuvenated green spaces, and a plaza slowly reclaiming its welcoming atmosphere for families, students, and senior citizens who frequent the area, the BCCO said.
The city government will continue these efforts in the coming days, ensuring that the Bacolod Public Plaza remains a safe, clean, and vibrant space at the heart of the city’s daily life, it said.
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This is part of Gasataya’s broader push for cleaner, safer public spaces across Bacolod, anchored on the belief that a well-kept city reflects the pride and discipline of its people, the BCCO said.*