THE Supreme Court has required six respondents to provide their comments on the petition filed by dismissed Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) board members Ralph Sevilla, Augustus Pe Jr., and Cecilia Adlawan.
History repeats itself at the Metropolitan Cebu Water District as Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama attempts to remove water district chairman Jose Daluz III – just like what his predecessor did to a previous chairman in 2019
Lawyer accuses Rama, MCWD chair of duplicity in Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) chairmanship controversy | A lawyer representing former board members accuses Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama and MCWD chairman Jose Daluz III of 'unfathomable duplicity' in the ongoing legal battle over the termination of board members. The lawyer highlights the conflicting statements made by both Rama and Daluz, exposing the political influence in the water utility firm. The case is now pending in court, seeking vindication and clarity on the authority of local executives to remove board members. Stay updated on the latest developments.
Explore the ongoing leadership struggle between the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) and Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama, as we delve into the past decisions and controversies surrounding the MCWD board. From dismissals to appointments, uncover the events that have shaped the current state of affairs.
3 new members are appointed to the board of the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) by Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama, including Melquiades Feliciano, Aristotle Batuhan, and Nelson Yuvallos. This is in response to the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) ignoring their request to issue a “certificate of no objection” to the termination of MCWD chairman Jose Daluz III and board members Miguelito Pato and Jodelyn May Seno's services. Rama has tasked the City Legal Office to assist the new members and suggested that Feliciano be elected as the new MCWD chairman.