THE METROPOLITAN Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced on Thursday that the closure of the eastbound side of Marcos Bridge in Marikina City will be moved to May 11 from May 4. In a statement, MMDA said it decided to delay the closure following a coordination meeting with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and its private contractor, and SM Marikina. The meeting and ocular inspection showed that the contractor is not yet fully prepared to push through with the Marcos Bridge rehabilitation project that would affect motorists, truckers, and commuters in the eastern part of Metro Manila. The private contractor was given a week to complete the necessary preparations to minimize inconvenience to motorists. — Vince Angelo C. Ferreras

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