Mayor Khymer Olaso has directed personnel from telecommunication, cable and power companies, together with the city government team, to instensify efforts against dangling and tangled “spaghetti wires” in Zamboanga City as operations began Monday, September 15, in the most affected areas.

In a meeting held at City Hall press briefing room, Mayor Olaso expressed confidence the team’s capacity to deliver, stressing that their unified effort is crucial to public safety and to improving Zamboanga City’s overall appearance.

The mayor instructed the City General Services Office (CGSO), Task Force Ordinance (TFO), City Engineer’s Office (CEO) and utility providers to begin inspections in barangays Zone IV, Canelar, Pasonanca, Baliwasan, Veterans Avenue, Tumaga, Guiwan and other identified areas.

Meanwhile, Chief of Staff and Secretary to the Mayor Celso Lobregat appealed for full cooperation, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an organized and orderly city.

Olaso highlighted that the initiative is vital not solely for public safety but also for ensuring reliable telecommunication and power services. He cautioned that without active participation from service providers, the city’s efforts would fall short of lasting results.

Both Olaso and Lobregat assured that operations will continue until all affected areas are thoroughly inspected and the spaghetti wires are completely cleared, reflecting the present administration’s commitment to safety and a more orderly Zamboanga.

Present at the meeting were CGSO Chief Engr. Rene dela Cruz and representatives from the CEO, ZAMCELCO, PLDT, Globe, MCTV, Converge, Go Wiser and other utilities. (Arvin Midel) (photo credits: Kathy Wee Sit/ Jen Casido)