**TEJA Workers on Strike in Baja California**
A group of 35 employees from the State Administrative Justice Tribunal of Baja California (TEJA) have initiated a work stoppage, demanding increased wages and full Christmas bonuses. The strike commenced on Monday across courts in Ensenada, Mexicali, and Tijuana. Workers have opted for a “work-to-rule” approach, still allowing citizens to access services in a peaceful manner.
José Ángel Conde Esquivel, a typist at the TEJA Second Court, emphasized the frustration among the workers, stating that despite an Arbitration Tribunal ruling outlining bonus payments, it has not been enforced. “We are demanding that the employer signs off on the general working conditions with appropriate increments and pays the full bonus, as it’s currently incomplete,” Conde explained.
Efforts to negotiate with the employer have stalled. The employer sought clearance from the Ministry of Finance, however, were denied. They offered a partial raise but not the full bonus that has been sought for many years. So far, only permanent staff are participating, as contract workers are yet to join the protests.
Conde Esquivel asserts, “We will continue these demonstrations until our demands are met. We’ve been fighting for over six years, and now, with union backing, we’re determined to see this through.”
**Additional Reports on TEJA’s Situation**
Recently, there have been other significant legal battles involving the Tribunal. Two lawsuits have been initiated by SITT S.A. against the City Council, claiming losses amounting to 2 billion pesos. In another case, the State Public Services Commission is contesting over 430 million pesos concerning Fisamex audits in court.
In unrelated news, the family of Servando Salazar continues to push for investigative action after alleging disinterest from authorities in probing his death, which they suspect could be a homicide following revelations of possible disposal in industrial ovens. Furthermore, a major toy company recently stirred amusement online after mistakenly directing users to an adult website via a product link, prompting a swift apology and correction.
Local communities in Baja California persist with various civil and social activities—ranging from free health service provisions to ongoing infrastructure budget advocacy, reflecting a diverse regional landscape of civic involvement and advocacy.