By Benjamin Cuaresma
MANILA — The construction of an oval track in Taytay, Rizal, has been successfully completed by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), with a total cost of P72.3 million. This newly built oval track is designed to accommodate major sporting events.
The project involved multiple components. Notably, 8,510 square meters of artificial grass were meticulously installed to create a football field. Additionally, DPWH Region IV-A Director Jovel G. Mendoza outlined that a road network was established, spanning 59.5 meters for alignment 1 and 116 meters for alignment 2.
The project encompassed various tasks, including mobilization, earthworks, sheet pile installation, concreting of pile cups, hand-laid rock embankments, embankments from borrow, and demobilization.
Situated within the expansive Taytay Sports Complex Project, spanning 69,300 square meters in Barangay Muzon, this oval track is just one facet of the larger development. The complex is set to feature a versatile multi-purpose building, stadium bleachers, and an Olympic-sized pool.
Once fully operational, this facility is poised to become a prominent sports venue within the CALABARZON region. It is anticipated to play a pivotal role in nurturing the talents of local residents in Rizal and enhancing the overall spirit of Filipino athletes. (AI/MNM)
