The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is almost done with its road concreting project that will facilitate better access to Siquijor Island’s Butterfly Sanctuary and Bandilaan Mountain View Park.
In a report to DPWH Secretary Mark A. Villar, DPWH Siquijor District Engineer Elvis G. Calunod said that a total of P13.84 million was allocated to improve 580-meter portion of the local road in Barangay Calunasan, Maria town.
“Before the end of first quarter, locals and tourists will be able to utilize a new 2-lane paved road going to secluded tourist destinations in the province. This road is also incorporated with drainage and slope protection features as flood-control and safety measure,” said District Engineer Calunod.
“We will continue to construct and improve roads and bridges in Siquijor to ensure local and international tourists experience this island province in Central Visayas that offers a handful of world-class destinations,” added Engineer Calunod.
The road improvement project started construction last July 2019 was funded under the 2019 General Appropriations Act (GAA).