### Tijuana’s City Oversight May Disqualify More Officials from Montserrat’s Administration
The Tijuana City Office of the Comptroller is currently investigating 25 complaints against former officials from the administration of Montserrat Caballero Ramírez. The head comptroller, Teresita de Jesús Balderas Beltrán, has indicated that more ex-officials could face disqualification in the near future.
In a recent statement, Balderas Beltrán confirmed that the complaints are thoroughly investigated and once resolved, the conclusions will be shared publicly, though she did not specify a timeline. Beyond these initial 25 complaints, incoming public officials have also raised concerns, reporting various irregularities within different city departments, suggesting more complaints may still arise.
A particular case of interest involved the disqualification of the former Chief Officer, Marcelo de Jesús Machain Servín — the only official sanctioned so far, for failing to account for 607 pieces of municipal property during the transition period. Balderas Beltrán contested claims made by former mayor Caballero, who labeled the action an “abuse of authority,” citing that there were still 30 days left to finalize the inventory. The comptroller emphasized that the disqualification was a response to a formal complaint, not simply an observation.
The current Chief Officer, José Luis Villasana, had discovered the missing assets and lodged a formal complaint, leading to Machain’s disqualification on October 15. Despite opposition from the former mayor, the comptroller reiterated that proper notification and procedure had been followed.
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### Increasing Scrutiny of Former Tijuana Officials
In light of ongoing investigations by Tijuana’s Office of the Comptroller, it is becoming increasingly evident that the administration of Montserrat Caballero may face further scrutiny. Reports suggest new officials actively examine past irregularities, indicating possible further disqualifications. The current administration seems committed to tightening oversight and accountability.
Given Tijuana’s complex political landscape, the city sees varied reactions to these investigations. While some citizens support stringent accountability, others worry about the potential for political motivations behind these probes. As developments progress, many hope for clarity and transparency from city officials to ensure faith in the public administration processes.
Stay updated with TJGringo.com as we continue monitoring this developing story, offering insights and updates on Tijuana’s ongoing administrative developments.