Mathay and Binay

Mathay may not be as popular as Binay, but both men were instrumental in laying out the foundations of a progressive city. Take note, however, that while Makati has always been a business center, QC was regarded as a residential city initially, so it took a lot of hard work for Mayor Mathay during his term to create a balance between being business friendly and prioritizing the needs of the poor residents..

HOUSING

* Developed and constructed housing projects benefiting thousands of famillies through CMP (Community Mortgage Plan)
* Smile City Homes with 1,500 units for economic and socialized housing
* Sitio Mendez Habitat for Humanity Project for 450 residents
* Mass Housing at the National Government Center benefitting more than 6,000 families
* Pugad Lawin Housing Development

HEALTH & SERVICES

* Established 60 barangay health centers
* Launched a Medical Program to benefit indigent residents in coordination with hospitals and clinics in Quezon City
* Launched Barangay Health and Nutrition Program assisted by the World Bank to upgrade health and nutrition services
* Established the Novaliches District Hospital
* Launched programs for Senior Citizens and Special Children
* Launched cooperation with Meralco the Depressed Area Electrification Program (DAEF) and, with the MWSS, the Community Water Services Program at subsidized rates.
* Activated the anti-drug program through the QC Anti- Drug Abuse Council

PEACE & ORDER

* Provided the Central Police District with motor vehicles,motorcycles and communication equipment and computerizing its administrative and information services
* Provided Police personnel with additional compensation and incentives
* Installed street lighting in major streets, avenues and neighborhood road networks to curb incidence of crime and improve the environment for the general public

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE SERVICES

* Computerized the Business Licensing Process and Real Property Assessment and Payment, involving the processing of business permits and payments of fees, real property assessment and payment
* Computerized the Civil Registry operations
* Implemented Annual Real Property Tax Amnesty Program.

CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT

* Supported Cultural Institutions and Performing Groups of the City including the Pangkat Kawayan, the Madrigal Singers and the QC Performing Arts Group by sponsoring their concerts and performance both in the Philippines and abroad
* Supported the promotion of culture and arts in the city schools with respect to their music and performing arts, through financial assistance.