**Access Restricted at Tijuana’s Municipal Palace Due to Government Transition**
In light of a recent change in government, citizens visiting the Tijuana Municipal Palace faced significant delays, with some waiting up to an hour and a half to enter the building. On the second day of the new XXV City Council administration led by Mayor Ismael Burgueño Ruiz, many municipal employees were also inside waiting to be confirmed in their roles.
Among those affected was María del Rocío Gutiérrez Mendiola, who went to update a birth certificate and was told she might need to wait for the required records due to the ongoing transition. Similarly, Jorge Valdez, who needed a birth certificate, remarked that entry on previous visits had been much quicker. Municipal police informed visitors that many departments were closed, except for essential services like the Treasury, Property Tax, and Civil Registry.
**Additional Updates: Protests and Community Concerns**
In other news, migrant advocacy groups are urging the new Tijuana mayor to reinstate support programs. This comes amid other recent activities in the city, including the expected selection of the new head of the DMAM this week, emphasizing mobility and environmental care as key priorities for Baja California.
The community of Maclovio Rojas, who had blocked access to Tijuana’s Airport, reached an agreement with the Federal Secretariat of Governance and are set for discussions in Mexico City. Meanwhile, former workers from HGT are demonstrating after being laid off without notice, demanding fair wages and job security.
Furthermore, the Business Coordinating Council of Tijuana has called for the liberation of the airport, citing immediate repercussions. Despite the impact of these blockades, response from state and federal authorities has been absent. Meanwhile, the CEJUM shelter continues to provide refuge for up to four victims of violence each week, highlighting ongoing social challenges in the region.
**Environmental Initiatives and Community Well-being**
Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration is focused on sustainability in Baja California, with plans to advance the rehabilitation of treatment plants across the region. These efforts are part of broader measures to improve both environmental standards and community well-being, aligning with local priorities identified by Catalino Zavala.