### Government of Montserrat Faces 30 Unfinished Projects
As the administration of Montserrat Caballero Ramirez nears its end, the government is grappling with the reality that two of its hallmark projects remain incomplete. This includes the much-anticipated rehabilitation of the Malecon in Tijuana, which has been halted for three weeks due to unresolved issues flagged by state-level Civil Protection.
The 24th Municipal Government of Tijuana will transition into the hands of incoming mayor Ismael Burgueño Ruiz. The outgoing Secretary of Territorial, Urban, and Environmental Development, Juan Enrique Bautista Corona, acknowledged that the administration will leave behind 30 unfinished works. There’s a possibility this number could rise since 81 of the 92 works under the “Ramo 33” development program were less than 30% complete by the end of June, according to a report from the Municipal Department of Urban Works and Infrastructure.
Among the incomplete projects under “Ramo 33” are key road renovations, such as the paving of Casilda Rosas street and Centenario street in Tijuana. Notably, several other prominent projects, like the pedestrian bridge at Macroplaza, vehicle lanes in Boulevard Bellas Artes, and connections to Avenida Heroes de la Independencia, are also pending completion.
### No Date for Resuming the Malecon Rehabilitation
As of September 24, there was no specified date for resuming the Malecon’s rehabilitation, which has seen only 27% progress and was suspended on September 13 due to inadequate signage and safety measures. According to sources, the contractor, Urbanizadora ROMA, SA de CV, had yet to submit a necessary Civil Protection plan to the state department. In recent comments, the current head of DOIUM, Marco Antonio Campoy Arce, anticipated that resumption could occur within the week.
### Other Pending Projects
The construction of the pedestrian bridge over Boulevard Clouthier, undertaken by Urbanizadora ROMA, remains only 30% complete. The company delayed submitting essential paperwork to the Federal Electricity Commission, causing further delays.
Another unfinished project is the road connection between Avenida Heroes de la Independencia and the Libre Tijuana-Tecate highway. Grupo Koraachi, the contractor, was tasked with this project to ease traffic congestion but has faced significant delays due to pending infrastructure adjustments.
### Incomplete Developments in Local Neighborhoods
Local government decisions have shifted federal funds initially allocated for public infrastructure towards the purchase of vehicles for the Secretariat of Citizen Security and Protection. This decision has left around 90 planned works across various communities unfinished.
### Resentment from Local Communities
Many community members have expressed frustration, especially in areas like Otay Centenario, where multiple projects were canceled due to technical issues. Local council member Rogelia Arzola emphasized the need for transparency about the status and finances of these projects. Additional pending projects include the second access route to Santa Fe and improvements to Boulevard Banderas.
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### Additional News: Tijuana Faces Execution Crisis and Security Scrutiny
Tijuana has recently witnessed a surge in violent incidents with 55 executions reported in one week. This alarming spike in violence has raised serious questions about the efficiency and capability of local law enforcement agencies under the current administration.
Moreover, the crisis has brought attention to the strained political climate impacting security measures. Local and federal authorities continue to struggle with implementing effective safety protocols amid mounting public concern.
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