Release of P35K cash bonus still uncertain

The distribution of the P35,000 Charter Day bonuses for Cebu City Hall employees remains in limbo even after Mayor Raymond Garcia personally went to the national office of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) last week to seek clarification on whether they can release the cash.

- Iris Hazel Mascardo

During the flag-raising ceremony yesterday, April 14, 2025, Garcia addressed the expectations of employees whose bonuses were affected by the Comelec ban on the disbursement of public funds.

According to Garcia, he had submitted all the required documents, particularly the letter of inquiry, to seek approval. However, he stressed that they remain hopeful to receive a response anytime this week.

However, he admitted that chances are slim for the distribution to happen before the long holiday. Still, he expressed hope that the bonuses could be released before the election.

"Dili lang ko gusto nga mutaas-taas inyong expectations but we will try our best to seek and obtain that exemption para marelease nato," said Garcia.

"Part sa Cebu City government nga side humana tanan, usa nalang ka pindot ma release na," he added.