TACLOBAN CITY – In a bid to improve access for local villagers and boost the movement of agricultural products, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), through its Leyte 2nd District Engineering Office, has recently completed the construction of a road in Barangay San Agustin, which traverses Barangay Atipolo in Jaro, Leyte.
District Engineer Leo Edward Oppura shared that the P9.7-million project involved the construction of a 1.708-kilometer Portland Cement Concrete Pavement (PCCP), which will provide easier access for residents and farmers.
“The newly paved road will enhance socio-economic activities in the area, reduce vehicle wear and tear, lower fuel consumption, and shorten travel times. It will also open up new opportunities for local farmers and improve access to government and healthcare services,” Oppura emphasized.
Meanwhile, Jaime Suralta, a resident of Barangay San Agustin, expressed his gratitude for the new road, stating that it has significantly reduced the challenges of transportation.
“Thank you to the DPWH for this project. It’s a huge help for us, as it has made transportation easier, both for the community and for bringing our local goods to the town proper and Tacloban. Now, we can access essential services in Jaro and nearby municipalities more easily,”) he added, reflecting on the previous challenges before the road was completed.
Funded under the DPWH CY 2024 General Appropriation Act, the project was carried out under the Basic Infrastructure Program by Filzand Construction.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
