The order came from Mayor City Mayor Rex Jalandoon to those who wish to enter the premises of La Carlota City Hall and three other government buildings despite criticisms he received.
Jalandoon said the policy stays because he wanted his people to be protected against coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
“It is not that I just want to impose my authority and for my own whimsical move but it is for the good of the people of La Carlota,” he said.
Jalandoon also said that the policy is for everybody, including the employees and officials and those doing business at the city hall.
“If they cannot present vaccination and booster cards, they may also present the latest result of an antigen test which is at their own expense,” the mayor said.
Those who want to avail themselves of the booster shot against Covid-19 may avail it at the City Health Office for free anytime.
Jalandoon noted that all brands of vaccines are available and they also have a team that goes around the barangays for the vaccination drive.
The policy is embodied in an Executive Order that Jalandomon issued on June 1 and took effect on July 1.
Aside from the city employees, also included in the order are teachers especially that they will have a face-to-face class by November 2.
Meanwhile, Jalandoon also said that they are preparing to hold an actual simulation activity in preparation for the Kanlaon Volcano eruption.
“On papers we have been prepared but we want an actual simulation so that everyone would know what to do in case of the Kanlaon eruption,” Jalandoon said.
Jalandoon have been coordinating with the Provincial Risk Reduction and Management Office regarding the matter and want to initiate it this month.
Despite several activities, Kanlaon volcano is still at Alert Level 1.