CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City officials are considering legal action to recover a P199.3 million advance payment made to a contractor in 2021 for a flood-control project that was never completed. The Commission on Audit (COA) has ordered the city to enforce the contractor’s liability, prompting city officials to explore court options. The project, intended to improve flood management in the city, remained unfinished, leaving the city in financial limbo. The Sangguniang Panlungsod, the city’s legislative body, is now under pressure to resolve the matter. The delay has raised concerns about accountability and transparency in public spending. Officials are now weighing the best course of action to reclaim the funds. The case highlights ongoing challenges in infrastructure projects and financial oversight in local government.