"The separation from Makati may be hurting, and we acknowledge your sentiments. We respect your emotional attachment to Makati, which took care of your welfare for a long time, and we understand your fears that Taguig would be unable to provide the social benefits you have been enjoying," the statement sent to several barangays in Makati reads.
"We assure you that Taguig is prepared to take on the responsibility of governing your communities with the same commitment and solicitude it has shown its 28 barangays," the city government of Taguig stated in the message.
The city government of Taguig clarified that they will not only provide social benefits, but they will also partner with the citizens for their development through opportunities for business growth and job creation.
Taguig also urged the city government of Makati to cooperate for a smooth transition of the said barangays. "Our differences in this legal case should not deter us from cooperating for our mutual benefit. We also call on all government agencies to initiate taking steps for a speedy and full transition."
In the resolution released by the Supreme Court on June 26, it ended the long-standing dispute between Taguig and Makati over the ownership of Fort Bonifacio, Barangays Comembo, Cembo, South Cembo, Pembo, West Rembo, East Rembo, and Pitogo.
In Makati's last attempt to file a second motion for reconsideration, the Supreme Court dismissed it as it is prohibited under the Rules of Court.
