The Tacloban City Traffic Operation, Management, Enforcement, and Control Office (TOMECO) is the local government unit responsible for keeping roads safe, organized, and moving. It enforces traffic rules, manages congestion, clears obstructions, and helps motorists and commuters navigate Tacloban’s busiest streets—without relying on a number coding system.
As the main road authority in the city, TOMECO plays a huge role in making daily travel safer and smoother. It may not use number coding, but its focused enforcement and smart traffic schemes are designed for the city’s real needs.
Overview
TOMECO is Tacloban City’s frontline agency for traffic management and road safety. Its job is simple but critical: keep vehicles moving, reduce accidents, and make daily travel easier for everyone. It’s like the local LGU’s version of the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA), but its scope of service is only limited to Tacloban City.
After all, unlike Metro Manila, Tacloban does not implement a full number coding scheme, but uses targeted solutions like truck bans, one-way streets, and strict enforcement to control traffic flow. If you’ve ever been stuck along Justice Romualdez Street, Real Street, or Rizal Avenue, you’ve already seen TOMECO in action—directing traffic, clearing obstructions, and keeping order.
Why it Matters in Tacloban City
Traffic in Tacloban isn’t just about cars—it’s a mix of jeeps, tricycles, motorcycles, delivery trucks, and pedestrians competing for limited road space.
Thanks to these, drivers always face:
- Heavy congestion near markets and malls like Tacloban Public Market and Gaisano Central
- Illegal parking blocking already narrow roads
- Jaywalking and unsafe crossings
- Drivers ignoring one-way rules
- Motorcycle violations (no helmets, restricted access)
These problems slow everyone down and increase accident risks. That’s exactly why TOMECO exists.
TOMECO’s existence also ensures:
- Safer Roads for Everyone
- Less Traffic Congestion
- Better Road Discipline
- Quick Response to Road Problems
- Organized Public Transport Flow
- Reduced Illegal Parking
- Improved Pedestrian Safety
- Clearer and More Efficient Roads
- Guidance for Motorists and Commuters
- Fair Enforcement of Traffic Laws
How TOMECO Works
TOMECO doesn’t just issue tickets—it actively manages the streets every day. It keeps roads passable, safe, and organized, especially during peak hours by enforcing:
- Strict road monitoring in high-traffic zones
- Towing and impounding illegally parked vehicles
- Issuing fines for violations
- Anti-jaywalking operations with barangays
- Clearing operations for vendors and obstructions
Latest Traffic Rules in Tacloban City
TOMECO continues to update policies to improve traffic flow. Some of its new policies include:
1. Truck Ban Policy
- 6-wheelers and above banned: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Mon–Fri)
- Limited window (6-wheelers): 9:00–11:30 AM & 1:00–3:30 PM
- Penalty: ₱500
2. Road Scheme Changes
- Some streets (like Zamora, Burgos, Gomez) shifting to two-way traffic
- Possible expansion to Real Street and Rizal Avenue
3. Pedestrian & Parking Rules
- Stricter jaywalking enforcement
- No-parking hours in key roads like Benigno Aquino Avenue
4. National Highway Access
- Tricycles, e-bikes, and pedicabs are temporarily allowed—with restrictions for safety
Contact Information
For inquiries and other concerns, you may visit TOMECO at its new office located on:
- 3rd Floor, New Bus Terminal, Abucay, Tacloban City
You can also contact them via the following:
- 0917-631-7752 / 0998-598-6679
- tomeco.taclobancity@gmail.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaclobanTOMECO