QUEZON CITY Mayor Joy Belmonte on Monday called on QCitizens to take advantage of the local government’s digital services and mobility programs amid soaring fuel prices.
Belmonte advised residents to use the city’s E-Services portal to access government services and to save time and transportation expenses.
“We understand that rising fuel and transportation costs can put additional pressure on many families. That is why we encourage our QCitizens to maximize our online services so they can transact with the city government quickly and conveniently, without the need to travel,” she said.
Accessible via qceservices.quezoncity.gov.ph, the city government said QC E-Services now offers more than 160 individual services across 34 programs, making it one of the most comprehensive local government digital platforms in the country.
Through the portal, residents can apply for business, occupational and building permits; scholarship grants; and burial and medical assistance, including property tax payments — all through a single, streamlined online platform.
Belmonte said that those who prefer in-person assistance may visit their nearest District Action Office, where frontline personnel are ready to assist with various service requests.
To cushion the impact of potential fare increases, the city government, meanwhile, continues to operate the QCity Bus “Libreng Sakay” (Free Ride) program, which currently serves commuters on eight routes throughout the city, providing free and reliable public transportation.
Residents may also take advantage of the city’s growing network of protected and shared bike lanes, offering a safe, healthy, and cost-efficient option for daily travel, according to the city’s chief executive.
“We will continue to find innovative ways to ease the burden on our residents, especially during times when global events affect everyday expenses,” Belmonte said.
She reiterated that through its digital services, district action offices, free bus rides, and bike-friendly infrastructure, residents would have practical and accessible options to save on transportation while staying connected to essential city services.
