Council wants oversight on laggard CCMC project

The Cebu City Council has again raised concerns about the delays in the Cebu City Medical Center (CCMC) construction, as the legislative body sought a thorough audit and a comprehensive review of the project.

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In line with this, the Council approved a motion calling upon various engineering, architecture, and technical experts to lead the review.

In the latest regular session, Councilor Nyza Archival delivered a privilege speech, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability in what she described as a critical and long-overdue infrastructure project of the city.

The councilor said construction of the CCMC was first initiated ten years ago, envisioned as a premier hospital facility for Cebu City and its surrounding regions. It was built to symbolize hope and a promise of accessible healthcare for all, she said.

"Unfortunately, despite numerous allocation fundings and private donations and some from notable sectors and stakeholders, the project remained unfinished, marred in controversy, public dysfunction, and allegations of irregularities," said the dismayed councilor.

Archival said it recently came to her office's attention that there is an absence of as-built plans, which she added are a fundamental requirement in any construction project. An as-built plan serves as the precise reference for the building's dimensions, design, layout, and materials used, she explained.

The councilor further emphasized that the as-built plan is not merely a document but an integral requirement for any construction project and a primary tool for legal compliance.