**Primary Article: Investigations Against Former Officials Near Conclusion**
The Sindicatura Procuradora has announced that it is investigating 25 cases involving former officials from a previous municipal administration. These investigations include alleged irregularities in direct awarding processes and inflated contract prices. The Sindicatura is in the final stages of these probes and will soon release their conclusions, according to Teresita de Jesús Balderas Beltrán, the current sindic.
Since the beginning of this administration, the Sindicatura has received numerous complaints, including 65 new reports against police officers. Balderas Beltrán emphasized that some allegations were initiated during the 45-day transition process, while others were filed by civil organizations, private citizens, and incoming government officials.
The Sindicatura inherited approximately 2,600 complaints from the previous administration, with 530 not properly processed. They are now ensuring that significant cases involving authority abuse are not dismissed due to delays.
One notable case involves a contract where the real price was evaluated at 7 million pesos, but the awarded contract was priced at an astonishing 90 million pesos. Despite these ongoing challenges, Balderas Beltrán reassures that principles of due process are being carefully observed in these investigations.
**Secondary Article: Broader Investigations into Former Government Activities**
Simultaneously, the regional prosecutor’s office has been conducting its own investigations into misconduct from previous administrations. Among these is a probe into some activities of former officials from the Baja California State Attorney General’s Office.
In response to recent local developments, the prosecutor’s office has made strides in evaluating the actions of municipal police. Public concern has been growing, particularly after some officers in Ensenada were apprehended on serious charges, including homicide and kidnapping.
Additionally, cross-border activities continue to be of interest, with Tijuana residents participating in U.S. elections, reflecting their dual involvement in governance across borders. Meanwhile, educators in the region face challenges, as eight schools have been closed due to salary disputes. Efforts are underway to resolve these issues with assurances of pending payments.
Despite these challenges, local authorities aim to improve public services. Initiatives like the synchronization of traffic signals and increased support for non-surgical vasectomy procedures are underway, showing that the region is keen on addressing both immediate and broader community needs. Furthermore, there is an ongoing campaign to update voter credentials to ensure civic engagement ahead of the 2024 elections.