## Ismael Burgueño Introduces His Cabinet Four Days Before Taking Office
Ismael Burgueño Ruiz, the newly elected mayor, has introduced his team for the 25th City Council of Tijuana, just four days before officially beginning his term. Key appointments include Arnulfo Guerrero, a former member of the National Action Party (PAN), as Secretary of Government, and Pedro Montejo Peterson, former president of the National Council of the Maquiladora Industry (Index) in the coastal zone, as head of the Secretariat of Economic Development of Tijuana (Sedeti).
Victor Ramos, once an administrative subdirector at the System for the Integral Development of the Family (SDIF), will serve as Treasurer. Virginia Vargas, formerly in charge of the office of the Institute of Physical Educational Infrastructure of Baja California in Ensenada, has been appointed to lead the Secretariat of Urban and Environmental Territorial Development (SDTUA).
José Luis Villasana, who previously chaired the National Chamber of the Electronics, Telecommunications, and Information Technologies Industry (Canieti) in the northwest, will be Acting Mayor. Erik “El Terrible” Morales, a former official who once sought the mayoral candidacy in Tijuana, will head the Secretariat of Welfare, while María del Pilar Vázquez will be the Secretary of Mobility (Semov).
Notably absent from the announcement was Lieutenant Colonel Julián Leyzaola, who was expected to be named head of the Municipal Secretariat of Public Safety and Citizen Protection (SSPCM). Burgueño clarified that the appointment would be made based on a proposal to be voted on by the council.
Burgueño’s administration aims to maintain financial solvency to handle payments to the union, a matter emphasized by the outgoing municipal government. The new administration will also focus on developing and finalizing various projects and initiatives.
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## Additional Local News
### Outgoing Government Ensures Financial Solvency for Workforce Payments
The outgoing municipal administration has confirmed the financial conditions remain stable to cover union payments, ensuring a smooth transition for the incoming government.
### Incoming Administration to Tackle Pending Issues Left by Montserrat Caballero’s Government
Challenges left unresolved by the previous administration will be addressed by Burgueño’s team, with a focused strategy on improving local governance.
### Focus on Enhancing Fire Station Services
Burgueño’s administration plans to streamline services at Fire Station 1 and address operational deficiencies to improve emergency responses.
### Rising Violence in Tijuana
The city continues to grapple with escalating violence. Recent incidents include the discovery of human remains near the Tijuana – Rosarito highway and the ongoing occurrences of violent crimes.
### Electoral Preparations by INE
The National Electoral Institute (INE) is gearing up for upcoming judicial elections, although budgetary allocations are still pending.
### New Infonavit Offices Open in Tijuana
Infonavit has inaugurated new offices in Plaza Monarca, representing a significant investment aimed at enhancing service delivery.
### Upcoming Regularization of Maclovio Rojas Land
The government is set to provide updates on the regularization of plots in Maclovio Rojas, with a security committee monitoring the situation closely.
### Suspension of Classes in Baja California
Classes will be suspended in Baja California across all educational levels, from early childhood to secondary school, on September 30 and October 1.
### New Water Plant to be Operational by December
The San Antonio de los Buenos plant is on track to start operations by December, with significant equipment arrivals slated to enhance facility capabilities.
### Laila Continues Legacy in Tijuana’s Athletic Events
Following in the steps of the beloved “Chicles,” Laila, his daughter, has made her debut in local athletic events, continuing to inspire the community.