QC reminds public on proper placement of election materials

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MANILA, Philippines – Ahead of the official election campaign season, the Quezon City government reminds the public and aspiring and incumbent public officials to be responsible when putting up their political banners and tarpaulins in the city.

Mayor Joy Belmonte said, “ As public servants who [intend] to work in government, we must adhere to the laws” and respect the beauty of our beloved city by avoiding indiscriminate postings of political and advertising paraphernalia.”

Following the City Ordinance No. SP-2021 S-2010, any political propaganda in QC must only be displayed or posted in common posting areas designated by the Commission on Elections (Comelec).

The ordinance also prohibits the posting of election materials on Meralco poles and public utilities and facilities such as street signs, traffic lights, signal posts, bridges, and overpasses in QC.

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Prohibited items include streamers, tarpaulins, tin plates, stickers, pamphlets, decals, printed notices, signboards, billboards, and other advertising paraphernalia.

Each barangay in QC will have a Comelec-designated Poster Area. The site should not affect any electric post, tree, and government wall, or building.

Meanwhile, the Comelec can also approve additional poster areas for public places such as plazas, markets, and barangay centers, and related sites.