ORD-2026-0016

WHEREAS, Section 16 of Republic Act No. 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991, empowers local government units to promote the health and safety of their constituents and regulate the use of streets and public thoroughfares; WHEREAS, the growing number of electric tricycles (e-trikes) operating within the City of San Jose del Monte provides affordable transport but requires clear safety standards, route designations, and operational guidelines; WHEREAS, promoting eco-friendly public utility vehicles significantly mitigates urban air and noise pollution while fostering sustainable mobility across barangay communities; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Sangguniang Panlungsod of the City of San Jose del Monte, in session assembled, that: SECTION 1. TITLE. — This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the "CSJDM Green Public Transport and E-Trike Safety Regulation of 2026." SECTION 2. SCOPE AND COVERAGE. — This Ordinance shall govern all electric tricycles and alternative green-energy public utility vehicles plying secondary and tertiary roads within the City of San Jose del Monte. SECTION 3. SAFETY AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS. — All e-trike operators must secure an annual safety inspection permit and valid franchise clearance from the City Transportation and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO). SECTION 4. OPERATIONAL RESTRICTIONS. — In accordance with national traffic laws, light electric vehicles shall be restricted from national highways except on designated crossing points and dedicated outer lanes. SECTION 5. PENALTIES. — Any operator found violating registration or route guidelines shall be subject to a fine of One Thousand Pesos (PHP 1,000.00) for the first offense, and impoundment for subsequent offenses. SECTION 6. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE. — If any part or provision of this Ordinance is held unconstitutional, the remaining parts not affected thereby shall continue in full force. SECTION 7. REPEALING CLAUSE. — All local ordinances, rules, and regulations inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed or amended. SECTION 8. EFFECTIVITY CLAUSE. — This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in a local newspaper and posting on the CSJDM City Hall Bulletin Board pursuant to RA 7160.