### José Refugio Cañada Appointed New Secretary of Municipal Government
In a recent extraordinary session of the Tijuana City Council, José Refugio Cañada was appointed as the new Secretary of Municipal Government. The vote took place on Monday at 2:00 PM and saw the participation of ten council members. Montserrat Caballero Ramírez, the Mayor of Tijuana, opted not to cast a vote, expressing her confidence in the council’s decision.
This appointment follows eight previous attempts to hold an extraordinary session, all of which were postponed due to a lack of quorum. The initial attempt to convene the session was on June 24 of this year.
Cañada’s appointment comes as the administration enters its final weeks, and is seen as a crucial move to ensure effective governance during the transition period.
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### Bujanda’s Resignation Amid Threats and Further City Council Updates
In other news, former Secretary of Government Fernando Bujanda Ruiz decided to resign after receiving threats, according to Mayor Montserrat Caballero. Despite his departure, Santiago Burgueño assured that the transition of municipal duties remains unaffected.
Additionally, a vehicle implicated in threats against the Secretary of Government was reported stolen in the United States. As new candidates for the Secretary of Government position are being considered, Tijuana continues to navigate a period of significant administrative shifts.
### Other Local News
– **Judiciary Workers Protest:** Judicial employees in Tijuana have commenced protests, which will continue throughout the week until their demands are addressed by the authorities.
– **Educators Warn of Class Disruptions:** Teachers have threatened to suspend classes due to unpaid wages, with 550 interim teachers awaiting payment.
– **Fire Incident:** A fire in the Lomas Hipódromo neighborhood resulted in one fatality.
– **Currency Exchange:** Stay updated on the latest exchange rates for dollar transactions in Mexican banks.
– **COVID-19 Precautions:** With an increase in COVID-19 cases and respiratory complications, there is a renewed emphasis on preventive measures during the summer season.
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