MAPSA transactions to be recorded with lapel cameras

Troubles about transactions with traffic enforcers of Makati may soon be a thing of the past, and it may happen soon.

A SIGN OF PROGRESS. This tweet by Make It Makati got our hopes up about the plan to have MAPSA enforcers equipped with lapel cameras. (Screengrabbed from @MakeItMakati)

No details were given other than saying Makati Public Safety Department (MAPSA) enforcers will be provided with lapel cameras in their bid to promote transparency.

Back in August, Makati City Mayor Abigail Binay told the Makati City Development Council about how difficult it was “to rely on the testimony of either the enforcer or the apprehended motorist.”

“Thus, we are tapping technology so that incidents involving MAPSA personnel can be well-documented,” she said.

Apart from lapel cameras, she also said she was intent on improving the image of the city’s traffic enforcers, who have been featured more than once on social media because of their rude behaviour.

“Our MAPSA enforcers are set for a make-over and reimaging, being frontliners of the city government. We will not only change their uniform, but also focus on improving their work skills and people skills through intensive training,” she said.

 

Source: Make It Makati on Twitter, Autoindustriya.com, The Manila Bulletin, Makati Portal, The Manila Times