Temporary relocation of Sariaya market vendors approved

By Nimfa L. Estrellado The old Sariaya Public Market in Sariaya is set to undergo rehabilitation as vendors prepare for temporary relocation...

By Nimfa L. Estrellado

The old Sariaya Public Market in Sariaya is set to undergo rehabilitation as vendors prepare for temporary relocation during construction works. (Elmond Pagtalunan)

SARIAYA, Quezon - Vendors of the Sariaya Public Market will temporarily move to government-owned areas to maintain market operations while rehabilitation works are underway. The relocation covers nearby streets and municipal properties to ensure trading continues during construction.

The Sangguniang Bayan of Sariaya recently approved the ordinance to formalize the temporary transfer of vendors during market rehabilitation. The measure was passed after a public hearing to prevent disruption in market operations while upgrades are underway.



Councilors Teodorico G. de la Peña and Romulo P. Gayeta proposed the ordinance to address market conditions affecting vendor operations and local commerce. Councilors Vince Rudolph E. Alcala and Arvin M. Genove supported the measure to maintain continuity of public market services.

“The relocation is the most suitable solution for public convenience, safety, and orderly operations. It also prevents interruptions in the livelihood of affected vendors,” the ordinance stated.

Unused warehouses and portions of Arellano, Carneo, and Aguas streets will be used as temporary vending areas during rehabilitation works. These sites remain under local government ownership and will be allocated exclusively for vendor operations.

Nearby roads will be closed to vehicles during the relocation period to provide space for vendors and improve pedestrian movement. The adjustment is intended to reduce congestion around the market area during construction.

“The relocation is considered the most suitable solution for public convenience, safety, and orderly operations. It also prevents interruptions in the livelihood of affected vendors,” the ordinance further stated.

Only registered vendors cleared by the Market and Slaughterhouse Office, Business Permit and Licensing Office, and Municipal Treasurer’s Office will be allowed in the relocation area. The rule was set to ensure proper regulation of market operations during the transition period and to maintain order among vendors while the relocation is in effect.

New vendors will not be allowed in the temporary site to reserve space for existing stallholders affected by rehabilitation. The restriction was implemented to maintain order in the relocation area and to ensure that stall allocation remains organized and properly managed during the transition period.

Each qualified vendor will be assigned a 2-meter by 2-meter stall within the relocation zone following municipal engineering guidelines. The requirement was set to ensure safe and uniform stall construction, with clear standards for layout and structural stability.

The relocation area will be divided by goods and services to organize vending activity and manage customer flow across different sections. The system is intended to keep the market orderly and prevent overcrowding in any single area.

Sections will be designated for food, frozen goods, clothing, footwear, barbershops, and salons to ensure proper grouping of similar businesses. This arrangement also helps customers locate goods and services more efficiently within the site.

The local government will provide ₱20,000 in financial assistance to qualified vendors to support relocation and stall setup needs. The amount will be released in two tranches in 2026 and 2027 to ensure phased support during the transition period.

The funds may be used for stall construction and other relocation-related expenses during the transition period, including materials and basic setup costs. The program will be funded through the municipal maintenance and operating budget.

Mayor Marivic T. Gayeta will establish a task force to oversee implementation of the relocation program. The team will enforce sanitation, traffic, and safety rules in the temporary market area to maintain order.

Violations will result in fines ranging from ₱1,000 to ₱2,500 depending on the offense committed under the ordinance. The penalties cover illegal transfers, obstruction of walkways, and improper waste disposal to maintain discipline in the area.

The rehabilitation project aims to improve market facilities and services once construction is completed by upgrading infrastructure and improving conditions for vendors and buyers. It is expected to modernize the public market system in Sariaya and enhance long-term efficiency.