### Upcoming DMAM Director Selection Expected This Week
This week, the new Director of the Municipal Directorate for Migrant Assistance (DMAM) is anticipated to be chosen, according to Erik Morales Elvira, head of the Municipal Welfare Secretariat. The appointment will be made by the Municipal President, Ismael Burgueño Ruíz.
“It’s crucial that the new director is someone empathetic and knowledgeable about the complex migrant issues,” stated Morales Elvira. The previous DMAM director was Enrique Lucero Vázquez, with José Luis Pérez Canchola serving before him.
### Mayor Ismael Burgueño Takes Office
Ismael Burgueño has officially assumed the role of Mayor of Tijuana. His administration has outlined key plans focused on public lighting, road maintenance, security, and addressing poverty and social backwardness in Tijuana.
### Pro-Migrant Associations Advocate for Support Programs
Pro-migrant associations have voiced the need for reinstating support programs under the new mayoral administration. They have highlighted that during the previous term led by ex-Mayor Montserrat Caballero, there was a notable reduction in municipal police presence at shelters.
### Additional Local News
– **Violence and Family Issues:** Family violence remains a primary reason women leave their homes. Over the past three years, around 638 people have sought refuge in temporary shelters due to life-threatening situations.
– **Accident in Terrazas del Valle:** A man tragically died after falling from a wall at his home while performing construction work.
– **Airbnb Regulation:** The State Secretary of Tourism confirmed that Airbnb is regulated in Baja California, highlighting that the region was among the first to implement a lodging tax on such platforms.
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### Secondary Article: Migration Issues Under New Administration
The appointment of a new DMAM director is critical amidst ongoing migration challenges. The Director’s role involves managing migrant support services, critical given the complex and evolving nature of migration into Tijuana.
Ismael Burgueño’s administration is expected to address these migration issues as part of a broader strategy that includes improving public services and social support programs. The initiative aims to mitigate the adverse conditions faced by migrants and ensure their integration and safety within the city.
Pro-migrant groups have urged the new administration to prioritize human rights and re-establish effective support systems. The successful appointment of a knowledgeable and empathetic DMAM director will be pivotal in addressing these concerns.
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