The Court of Appeals (CA) has approved the establishment of a communal terminal in Meycauayan, Bulacan, marking a significant milestone for the city’s public transportation infrastructure and commuter welfare.
The approval, reported by the Daily Tribune, paves the way for the construction of a centralized transport hub that will serve as a staging point for jeepneys, buses, and other public utility vehicles operating within Meycauayan City and connecting to neighboring areas including Valenzuela and Metro Manila via NLEX.
The communal terminal is expected to address long-standing concerns about the disorderly loading and unloading of passengers at various points across the city. Currently, commuters in Meycauayan often wait at informal stops along major roads, exposing them to traffic hazards and weather conditions. A proper terminal will provide covered waiting areas, designated loading and unloading zones, and better organization of public transport routes.
Local officials and transport groups have welcomed the decision, noting that the terminal will not only improve commuter safety and convenience but also help decongest major thoroughfares in Meycauayan where unregulated street-side terminals and waiting areas have contributed to traffic bottlenecks. The project aligns with the broader goal of modernizing Bulacan’s public transportation network as the province continues to urbanize and its population grows.
The approval also reflects increasing recognition of Meycauayan’s role as a key transport node in the greater Manila area. With its strategic location along NLEX and proximity to Valenzuela City in Metro Manila, Meycauayan serves as a gateway for thousands of daily commuters traveling between Bulacan and the capital region.
Further details regarding the terminal’s design, capacity, and timeline for construction are expected to be released in the coming weeks. Commuters and transport operators in Meycauayan are encouraged to stay updated on developments as the project moves forward.