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Mile Hi Group seeks fair review over closure of outlets in Camp John Hay Mile Hi Grill

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1764480077044IMG_5889.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960" alt="Mile Hi Grill. Handout photo"/>Mile Hi Grill. Handout photo</div>MANILA — The group aiming to revitalize the iconic Mile Hi property in Camp John Hay, Baguio City is calling for a “fair review of procedures” after its establishments were recently ordered to close, a move that has impacted the livelihoods of its employees.In a statement, the Mile Hi Group (MHG) said it submitted a formal request to Malacañang, seeking &quot;an objective review of procedures related to the closure of its outlets inside Camp John Hay&quot; prompted by cease-and-desist orders (CDOs) issued by state firm John Hay Management Corp. (JHMC).In August, reports indicated that the Mile Hi complex would make a comeback after six years of inactivity, retaining its original structures while introducing new features, including a weekend market for artisans and farmers.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/2025/8/22/baguio-s-iconic-mile-hi-complex-is-making-a-comeback-1537">READ: Baguio&#x27;s iconic Mile Hi complex is making a comeback </a></div>But between September and October, the group submitted multiple written requests to JHMC to clarify utility billing concerns, the MHG said.On November 14, the group even delivered checks to cover the full amount of the outstanding billing, &quot;even while several items remained under clarification,&quot; including an unresolved concern involving a water charge for Mile Hi Grill amounting to more than P182,000 for a three month period.&quot;Payment was attempted to demonstrate good faith, maintain  operations, and prevent disruption to employees. However, the checks were not accepted  due to internal approval requirements within JHMC,&quot; said the MHG, adding that it also sent over 10 letters to request for guidance and meetings with the JHMC in November.On November 3, JHMC served CDOs, with the MHG noting that &quot;the directives were implemented immediately upon service, providing no prior notice or opportunity to cure any alleged deficiencies.&quot; The outlets &quot;immediately halted operations upon receipt.&quot;The JHMC later issued Final Demand and Notice to Vacate letters for the same establishments on November 18.&quot;Under normal administrative procedure, Final Demands and Notices to Vacate are typically issued before any enforcement action, as they provide the concerned party a reasonable opportunity to clarify, settle obligations, or rectify alleged deficiencies. In this case, enforcement through the CDOs occurred first, while the notices that usually precede such action were issued and delivered only after operations had been closed,&quot; the MHG explained.The group said more than 30 staff members have been unable to work since November 3, expressing concern over the uncertainty faced by the employees and added that it suffered estimated operational losses of around P3.8 million.Still, the Mile Hi Group reiterated &quot;its full commitment to finding a resolution and respects the roles  of all authorities involved.&quot;&quot;This request is solely concerned with establishing procedural clarity  and securing the opportunity to comply fairly,&quot; it added.ABS-CBN News has reached out to JHMC but they have yet to give a comment as of writing.

The group aiming to revitalize the iconic Mile Hi property in Camp John Hay, Baguio City is calling for a 'fair review of procedures' after its establishments were recently ordered to close, a move that has impacted the livelihoods of its employees.

The group aiming to revitalize the iconic Mile Hi property in Camp John Hay, Baguio City is calling for a 'fair review of procedures' after its establishments were recently ordered to close, a move that has impacted the livelihoods of its employees.

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Mile Hi Group seeks 'fair' review over closure of outlets in Camp John Hay

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Published Nov 30, 2025 03:02 PM PHT

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