### Budgetary Modification Sent to Committees, Potential Police Salary Increase Delayed
In Tijuana, the city council, by majority vote, has decided to send proposed budget modifications to committees. These modifications had included salary increases for retired and disabled police officers, aiming to align their pay with that of active duty officers.
The decision to refer the matter to committees, supported by only a few—regidores Óscar Montes de Oca and David Ruvalcaba, as well as Sindico Rafael Leyva Pérez and Tijuana’s Mayor Montserrat Caballero—ignited a heated exchange between the mayor and other council members. Mayor Caballero expressed her frustration over the decision, noting the vote occurred without sufficient review and transparency.
Chair of the Finance Committee, Claudia Casas, defended the move, stating that thorough evaluation was necessary: “We are in favor; we just need to review it because we are voting blindly as always. We discussed it and agreed that it should go to committees.” Caballero retorted during the 11-minute session, saying that with many council members absent, including Enrique Anaya and Juan Carlos Hank, the modification may remain unresolved.
Regidora Rogelia Arzola pointed out the lack of detailed documentation required for approving the budget adjustments: “The annexes, the financial projections, and the official list of officers were not included.”
Following the council session, Mayor Caballero addressed the media, reiterating her disappointment: “There are no possibilities left. They are deceiving the police by suggesting it will pass to committees, which have not convened in over eight weeks. This won’t proceed during this administration, meaning the officers will have to keep waiting.”
When questioned about her political future post-presidency, Caballero remained noncommittal: “Power is fleeting. I will see if I return, that will be determined in time.”
### Secondary Article: Budget Approval Stalled Amid Protests
In a related development, a protest by retired policemen erupted at the Tijuana council meeting, highlighting the growing discontent among former officers. The demonstrators demanded prompt action on their proposed salary increases, resulting in a standoff between police and council officials.
### Related News:
#### Police Demand Salary Parity in Ongoing Protest
Recently, retired police officers from Tijuana have been active in protesting at city council meetings, demanding salary equalization with their active counterparts. Frustration has been mounting due to a lack of action on their demands, leading to increased tension and public demonstrations.
#### Financial Review Delays Police Salary Overhaul
The ongoing financial review process by the council’s Finance Committee has further delayed any potential salary changes for retired police officers. Critics argue that the lack of timely resolution is causing undue hardship for those who served the city.
#### Political Uncertainty Adds to Retired Officers’ Frustration
The political turbulence in Tijuana, including the uncertain future of key leaders like Mayor Montserrat Caballero, adds another layer of complexity to resolving the issues surrounding police salaries. Many retired officers feel sidelined and are losing hope for a swift resolution.
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