VENDORS at the Carbon Public Market in Cebu City oppose the proposal to reclassify lots for the construction of Market Redevelopment Phase 1B in Barangay Ermita, citing potential rent increases, loss of stall spaces and others.During the executive session on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, representatives of vendor groups opposed Cebu2World Development Inc.
”“If reclassified, will Cebu2World now have control over the rental fees and other charges? Does the market code still have control if the lot will now be managed by a private firm?” she asked. She added that there is a pending case regarding the fencing project.Oriosa also questioned the assurance that vendors would have the security of tenure and retain their slots, adding concerns about potential mistreatment or difficulties they might face.