**Reflecting on September: Tijuana’s Journey Through the Month**
As September bid farewell, it took with it the government led by Montserrat Caballero, but Tijuana continues its usual rhythm: sometimes turbulent, often chaotic, yet always captivating. Events throughout the month have left an impact on the city, marking a period of change and challenges.
Key issues included the notorious cartel disputes over drug sales in bars, where a law mandating enhanced security measures remains largely unenforced. Residents endured a massive blackout and water service suspension amidst an intense heatwave, while visitors to the San Ysidro crossing faced a sudden imposition of charges for stays exceeding seven days.
Despite the change in leadership with Ismael Burgueño being sworn in as the new mayor, celebrations were short-lived. The city still grapples with unfinished projects like the half-built boardwalk along Tijuana’s beaches, with no completion date in sight. The delay might not have been intentional, but it ironically underscores the possible friction between municipal and state governments, leaving the newcomer mayor somewhat unsupported.
Amidst this political shuffle, various delegations await new appointments to continue operations, as many claim they lack essential resources, even basic municipal stamps. Meanwhile, the state’s Attorney General’s Office continues to face mounting case files. Some cases have seen moderate success, yet the disappearance of individuals like Servando Salazar Cano remains unresolved, leaving family members like his wife Wendy Bravo demanding answers.
Elsewhere, federal judiciary workers persevered in their protests throughout the month to remain in public view, advocating for their rights. Similarly, Tijuana’s iconic ‘zebra donkeys’, once a staple of tourism and now under scrutiny for animal mistreatment, have had to adapt by replacing these animals with inanimate figures to continue the tradition.
**Secondary Article: New Developments in Tijuana**
Recently, there’s been a surge in interest concerning the Commission for the Search of Missing Persons in Baja California, with five candidates under consideration for its leadership role. Collective groups have been pushing for a wall dedicated to displaying photos of the missing and are advocating for municipal task forces to tackle disappearances more efficiently.
Additionally, recent legal discussions have sparked inquiries into labor regulations, specifically regarding overtime work and potential penalties for infringements. Francisco Erick Landagaray Macías, a prominent lawyer, highlighted that violations could result in significant legal consequences, including imprisonment.
Cultural events also featured prominently in Tijuana’s landscape, with the inauguration of a children’s theater festival offering free performances from various Mexican states and even international acts from Cyprus. The University of Baja California (UABC) announced an upcoming week of children’s theater, set to take place from October 6-12 in Ensenada, Tecate, and Tijuana, promising a cultural treat for families in the region.
In the political realm, the Social Encounter Party of Baja California recently outlined its strategic agenda for 2024-2027, introducing Ranier Alejandro Falcón Martínez as one of Tijuana’s new council members.
In economic discussions, the reduction of work hours has been debated, with some experts warning that such measures could lead to an increase in informal employment, especially in sectors reliant on weekend operations.