The capitol elevator is now open for public use.

After months of waiting, the P6 Million project intended for the convenience and ease of constituents who are physically challenged, senior citizens, pregnant women and other individuals with health challenges was finally completed.

Representatives from the Persons With Disabilities sector, Engr. Darlito Palermo and Jun Biag were the first to test-ride the said elevator going up to the second floor of the Capitol main building.

“Of course, I hope we’re not expecting anybody to use this elevator. This is of course specially provided for our PWDs . . . Apil dire sab ang atong mga senior citizens, sympre pwede pod mogamit ang atong mga pregnant women, . . ug ang atong mga persons with health challenges [Of course, I hope we’re not expecting anybody to use this elevator. This is of course specially provided for our PWDs . . .included here are our senior citizens, pregnant women may also use this… and persons with health challenges],” said Governor Anthony G. del Rosario during the blessing yesterday, October 17, also attended by then Governor Rodolfo del Rosario.

Compliant to Batas Pambansa Blg. 344 also known as Accessibility Law under the Republic Act 7277 or the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons Chapter 6 Section 25, the said law encourages all establishments to provide Barrier Free establishments by placing ramps for one-storey buildings and provide elevators or lifts for buildings with two storeys or more.

Funds for the said project were sourced from the 20% Development Fund. The project was completed within the eight (8) months since it started.

“This is a project funded worth six million pesos coming from the 20% Development Fund of 2015,” explained Governor AGR, adding in jest that the recognition goes to his administration even though the project started during his father’s term, then Governor Rodolfo del Rosario.

The blessing was attended by all Board Members and some department heads of the Capitol.