Muntinlupa demands better Maynilad service

Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon called on Maynilad Water Services Inc. Thursday to implement immediate and long-term fixes for persistent water service interruptions affecting city residents.

During an 18 March meeting with Maynilad representatives, Biazon characterized the company’s current mitigation efforts — including the deployment of 28 water tankers — as “insufficient,” noting that many affected households remain unserved.

“We cannot just rely on temporary solutions,” Biazon said. “What Muntinlupeños need is clear, reliable, and long-term service.”

The local government proposed a more organized distribution system, suggesting Maynilad divide the city into “quadrants” with dedicated tankers to ensure same-day water delivery to parched neighborhoods.

Beyond emergency measures, local officials pushed for a timeline on infrastructure development and the expansion of water sources to prevent future shortages.

The meeting also addressed complaints regarding road restoration following Maynilad’s pipe-laying projects. Company officials committed to closer coordination with the city to ensure roads are repaired properly and on time.

Biazon said the city will continue to monitor the utility provider’s performance to ensure a stable supply for the “main international gateway” city’s residents.

Maynilad serves the west zone of the Greater Manila Area, which includes Muntinlupa, and has faced recurring supply issues linked to water quality and infrastructure limitations.