Monday, June 1, 2020

Entire province of Marinduque under MGCQ (Part 2)

Marinduque Gov. Presby Velasco, Jr.

Under MGCQ the province of Marinduque is within the transition phase between GCQ and New Normal, when these temporary measures, are relaxed. Under the New Normal it becomes less necessary to limit movement and transportation, the regulation of operating industries, and the presence of uniformed personnel to enforce community quarantine protocols.

With Marinduque under MGCQ offices, establishments or individuals providing activities or services are allowed to operate subject to strict compliance with the appropriate DTI and DOLE guidelines.

All business sectors and establishments, which have been operating during the GCQ shall be allowed to operate at full capacity while the following may operate at 50 percent capacity: barbershops, salons, and other personal care establishments;  dine-in services in food retail establishments such as supermarkets, groceries and food preparation establishments shall be allowed provided the seating capacity shall not exceed 50% operational capacity.

Public utility vehicles are allowed to resume operations, provided they comply with the directive of the Department of Transportation, and that in all public transports, a strict one meter distance between passengers shall be observed and plastic or other barriers shall be in place especially in tricycles, while jeepneys will only be allowed at 50% passenger capacity.

Private transportation such as company shuttles and personal vehicles utilized by persons authorized outside their residence are allowed subject to DOTr guidelines.

The use of bikes and other non-motorized transportation are strongly encouraged.

All public and private construction projects are allowed subject to strict compliance with guidelines prescribed by DPWH Department Order No. 39 for the implementation of infrastructure  projects during this health crisis, and E.O. No. 29-2020 issued by the Provincial Government on Revised Construction Safety Guidelines for the Implementation of Infrastructure Project During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Work in government offices shall be at full operational capacity but government agencies may adopt alternative work arrangements as may be deemed appropriate per CSC rules and regulations.

The return and entry to the province of Locally Stranded Individuals (LSIs) and Returning Overseas Filipinos (ROFs) are subject to the guidelines issued by the DILG and the National Incident Command Center.

In relation to LSIs and ROFs the Office of Gov. Presby Velasco, Jr. issued useful infographics to help make it easier for those returning to Marinduque (below).