The beneficiaries will have to continue going to the Family Medicine Clinic 3 in Guadalajara for their consultations and medicines, while ISSST locates a place where the City Council can provide for medical care.
Editor. – After almost two years without medical attention in Chapala, the beneficiaries of the Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores (ISSSTE), Jalisco Delegation, now have a doctor in Chapala; however, there is still no office to provide medical attention.
That is why the Secretary General of Section 16 of the National Union of Education Workers (SNTE), Elpidio Yáñez Rubio, sought out the Mayor of Chapala, Alejandro de Jesús Aguirre Curiel, to request a space for medical attention.
The meeting took place on March 3 and was positive, since City Hall agreed to look for a space out of three options available. In he next few days the options will be evaluated by the municipal authorities to reestablish the medical services for the ISSSTE’s beneficiaries.
After 21 years in which César Flavio Ibarra Soltero provided this service to the beneficiaries of Chapala and surrounding municipalities, Elpidio Yáñez acknowledged the lack of a hospital to provide this care and promised to conduct a census of beneficiaries and based on this, determine whether the construction of a clinic is feasible.
Medical attention for ISSSTE affiliates has not been provided since July 2020 and, for the time being, beneficiaries go to the Family Medicine Clinic 3 in Guadalajara for their consultations and medicines.
Translated by Patrick O’Heffernan
Public security elements arrived at the El Molino delegation after a report of armed persons. Photo: Courtesy.
Gunshots were fired around 10 am Monday, March 14 near J. Vicente Negrete school in El Molino, and armed individuals were seen in the area. Authorities took steps to safeguard students and teachers.
School officials said a normal school day was in progress when students and teachers heard gunshots near the school, and the children became frightened. Some students looked out the window and saw people with weapons hiding near the school. That caused panic among the more than 300 students and educational staff. Everyone took shelter in a classroom designated as a hiding place and remained there for about one hour.
“The children were the ones who saw them hiding,” said one school official. “It was horrible because everyone got scared and we quickly had to take shelter inside a special classroom. We thought the shooting would break out here outside.”
Phone calls came in quickly from concerned parents, but some officials who were interviewed said the police took around 40 minutes to answer the emergency call.
Some parents were upset about the incident and said they were worried about taking their children to school again. By press time for this edition, a large percentage of the students considered attending classes online instead of in person.
“We left the Covid pandemic to return to the pandemic of insecurity,” said one of the parents. “In truth, that claims more lives than the virus.”
Despite the reports and the testimonies of those affected, the Social Communication Department of the Jocotepec City Hall said nothing happened.
Translated by Mike Rogers
The building of the Ajijic delegation was repainted blue. Photo: Sofía Medeles.
Sofía Medeles(Ajijic).- The new look of the Ajijic delegation building, which began to be painted last week, has generated controversy and diverse opinions among citizens, due to the color used: blue.
The acting delegate, Maximiliano Macias Arceo, said that he is aware of the opinions, both positive and negative, that this change has caused. He commented that the color was chosen from a range of colors suggested by the State Government for Pueblos Magicos venues, among which were dark greens, browns and cream colors, in addition to two shades of blue.
In social networks and in daily conversations of Ajijic residents, there have been diverse opinions about the new painting among those who support the remodeling and those who did not like the change.
«The government just changed political parties and now they change the color of everything to match. So far the malecon, the cemetery and now the police station. They say they are different tones, but the intention is clear. As a Magic Town, they should regulate this change of colors more. Besides, it would be better to invest in fixing streets, street lights, planters, etc., instead of spending liters and liters of blue paint,» commented Antonio.
In contrast, many other residents agree with the modification. «As long as they paint and show a neat image to tourists, it’s fine, that’s what many of us live on. It is something that has to be done and, in my opinion, this new color is in accordance with Ajijic, because it is a place where water abounds in the historical and cultural aspects», expressed Luis.
Finally, Macias Arceo commented that the moldings of the mural that is on the wall of Hidalgo Street, still need to be painted a color that harmonizes with it. Still missing in the main facade of the painting is the upper part, in addition to the shield of the delegation and the logo of Ajijic Magic Town.
Translated by Sydney Metrick
The city council approved to cover 100 percent of the pension of the policemen killed in the confrontation on March 10. Photo: Social Networks.
The Jocotepec City Council approved a proposal to grant 100 percent of the pension to the families of the two policemen killed in an armed attack on March 10.
During the fifth ordinary session of the council, held on Thursday, March 17, the council members observed a minute’s silence in honor of the security officers who died in the line of duty before discussing the pension to be granted to the bereaved.
Municipal trustee Carlos Alberto Zúñiga Chacón said that, according to the reports issued by the labor office based on the seniority of the officers, the corresponding pension would be 30 percent. Edgar Omar Leal Nava had been serving in the force for two years and three months, while Andrés Inclán Zamora had only 52 days.
However, due to the heroic performance of their work and the situation in which they died, municipal president José Miguel Gómez López proposed that it be increased to 100 percent.
«They were behaving like heroes, without weapons, without equipment. It’s the least we as public servants can do,» commented Gómez López.
The initiative was approved unanimously. A monthly amount of 10,500 pesos will be given to the families of those affected, which will be divided equally among the children of each police officer. The pension will be delivered until the last of their descendants reaches the age of majority.
Finally, the municipal president also assured that, after the unfortunate events, «It will be necessary to make a front to pressure the state and federal authorities,» to provide more economic support and to be able to adequately equip the public security officers.
The policemen were killed while responding to an accident near San Cristóbal Zapotitlán on the evening of Thursday, March 10. Two paramedics, a man and a woman attending the accident, were also injured in the aggression.
Translated by Sandy Britton
By Leticia Trejo
It is understood that Yoga (as a system) or Yoga (as a discipline) is a technique that works body, mind and spirit. But, if we place this practice as only another method of physical activity, it is misunderstood by some. In fact, the practice of asanas (postures) is only one of the eight steps to achieve the benefits and the connection of these three elements that make up our earthly identity.
The Philosopher Patanjali (whom I already mentioned in a previous publication) generated the methodology of the eight arms of Yoga to achieve liberation, that is, the cessation of suffering, and to achieve the joy of transcendence; that is, that there are no longer obstacles in our mind or in our body to feel one with the creator (or universe, or this Being or Entity that surrounds us and covers us with its love). All this may sound a little subjective, but when we review what are those eight arms or eight stages, we realize that it makes perfect sense and that, whoever could practice Yoga in that order, with consistency and discipline will enjoy all its benefits.
This is how we can observe that before the physical practice, which traps many people, there are two vital steps to free our mind from obstacles generated by itself and the lack of knowledge we have of its activities. In the next edition we will continue listing the steps of this millenary system full of clear and specific processes to improve our physical, mental and spiritual health.
Translated by Christalle Dalsted
Braulio Esteban «N», was taken to the ministerial agency for alleged possession of narcotics. Photo: Prosecutor’s Office.
An 18-year-old man was arrested in Chapala by officers of the Jalisco State Security Secretariat (SSE), after agents found five packages of the drug known as «crystal.»
The officers were patrolling the Santa Maria neighborhood Puerta de Horno street at the intersection with Pescadores when they noticed a young man trying to hide. They followed the subject, who tried unsuccessfully to escape. The detainee was handed over to the authorities which will continue investigating.
Translated by Elisabeth Shields
The over-the-counter medicine dispensary is located in the Ajijic delegation. Photo: Sofía Medeles.
Sofía Medeles (Ajijic).- An over-the-counter medicine dispensary was opened in the office of the Ajijic delegation.
The person in charge of the office, Maximiliano Macias Arceo, stated that the medicines will be donated by residents and, in turn, will be provided free of charge to whoever requests them.
There are two requirements for donated medicines. They must be in good condition and not expired, and they must be over-the-counter types of medications, for example, anti-flu, anti-diarrheal, analgesic, anti-inflammatory.
To receive the medicine, a copy of a medical prescription must be shown. If the desired medicine is available in the dispensary, it will be provided free of charge.
The Ajijic delegation, located in front of the main square on Colón Street, will receive and deliver the medicines during office hours, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Translated by Sandy Britton
Del Paseo Street has several streetlights some say it’s insufficient. Photo: Sofía Medeles.
Sofía Medeles(Ajijic).- Residents disagree on street lighting in the La Crucita area, located two blocks from the Ajijic boardwalk. The area has several functioning street lights, but some concerned citizens say there still isn’t enough light on the street. However, one couple is annoyed by the strength of the existing lights.
Acting delegado Maximiliano Macias Arceo commented that a couple living at the intersection of Nicolas Bravo and Del Paseo, are disturbed by the lights. «There is a big problem with those people who are bothered by the light. They’ve bought a device to turn off the lights at a certain time, though I believe it has not been used. They were told that they cannot do that, since it is a public road. Other neighbors requested the lights to prevent people from staying there drinking alcoholic beverages until late hours or throwing garbage.»
People passing through the area also complain about the lack of lighting. The last administration gave permission to cover a streetlight on Nicolás Bravo Street, a few meters from the area of La Crucita, because it bothered the couple in question. It now offers very little light.
In a tour by Semanario Laguna, there were at least four lamps on Del Paseo street and two in the beach area. Despite this, the area is still very dark. Four passersby were asked what they thought of the lighting, and they agreed that it is insufficient.
For his part, Macías Arceo stated that his intention is to put more lamps in the area, since there is a lot of traffic both on the beach and in the street. After a recent cleanup, more people make use of the space. He also stated that anyone installing a timer would be subject to a sanction.
Translated by Elisabeth Shields
Según los impulsores del estudio, Ajijic es la delegación que más recursos aporta a Chapala. Foto: Sofía Medeles.
Sofía Medeles.- Mediante una iniciativa impulsada en redes sociales, Julio Carmona, habitante y activista de Ajijic, busca que las autoridades municipales realicen un estudio de las cuentas de recaudación para conocer lo que aporta cada delegación, así como la cabecera de Chapala mediante el pago de impuestos.
El proyecto solicitará a la Comisión de Hacienda y Presupuesto, Regidores, Secretaría General, Sindicatura, y Presidencia Municipal que se realice un estudio de las cuentas municipales para obtener lo recaudado en impuestos en el 2021, desglosado por los conceptos de predial, pago patrimonial, licencias comerciales de construcción, servicios ambientales, entre otros.
También requirieron que durante el proceso del análisis se realicen mesas de trabajo con las delegaciones, organizaciones educativas y ciudadanos interesados en la rendición de cuentas y, finalmente, que los datos sean dados a conocer de manera focalizada y publicados en medios tanto impresos como digitales.
Julio Carmona comentó que la iniciativa surgió a raíz de la pregunta: “¿Cuánto realmente capta Ajijic en impuestos?”, que en su opinión, es una incógnita que muchos ajijitecos tienen, ya que, se dice popularmente que es la delegación que más recauda.
“Si solicitas un estudio, se te remite a la suma de la cuenta general, pero contestan que no están obligados a entregar sumas por delegaciones. Chapala no ha hecho, o no quiere hacer un estudio con información de este tipo. Se tienen datos, pero no concretos, ni sustentados para decir exactamente cuánto se capta”, aseveró Carmona.
Además, el activista señaló que Ajijic es una de las delegaciones con más afluencia turística e inmobiliaria, la cual demanda servicios óptimos y funcionales, adecuados según sus necesidades, y sobre todo, una inversión proporcional a su recaudación.
“Si un municipio tiene una captación de cierta suma, no es justo que otras delegaciones o la cabecera, tengan mayor inversión que las poblaciones que más recaudan. A Ajijic se le trata de calmar la inquietud, por ejemplo, bacheando, cosa que no es una solución para las problemáticas del pueblo. Ajijic tiene el recurso para ser autosustentable por sí solo y para atender las necesidades de la comunidad y no estar esperando recursos federales o estatales. Para exigir, primero debemos conocer, a eso va encaminada la iniciativa”.
Pese a que no hay un número específico de firmas ni una fecha límite para presentar la petición, para sumarse a la iniciativa basta con llegar el formulario en la página https://forms.gle/h8JrG4R2D4GnnXT8A, o ingresar al grupo en Facebook “Ajijic Observatorio Ciudadano”.
Como antecedente, el síndico municipal, Gamaliel Soto Pérez, expuso en la sexta sesión ordinaria de cabildo, celebrada el pasado 28 de febrero, una propuesta similar, en la que solicitó que se autorice a la Comisión de Hacienda y Presupuestos que analice los ingresos por delegación respecto a impuestos, para tener gastos equitativos a los ingresos, sin desproteger otras delegaciones por su tamaño, o condición. Finalmente, la propuesta fue modificada varias veces, siendo turnada a Hacienda para replantear el proyecto.
Don Pedro Mendoza Navarro recibió el reconocimiento “Roberto Montenegro”, otorgado por la Secretaría de Cultura de Jalisco por su trayectoria como tejedor de sarapes de lana. Foto: María Reynozo.
Por: María del Refugio Reynozo Medina
Don Pedro Mendoza Navarro quien desde los ocho años de edad hace sarapes de lana en el municipio de Jocotepec; es uno de los doce artesanos de Jalisco convocados para recibir el reconocimiento “Roberto Montenegro”, por toda una vida de trayectoria como creador de gabanes tejidos en lana. El reconocimiento lo otorga la Secretaría de Cultura del Gobierno del estado, a los hombres y mujeres con mayor experiencia.
El centro cultural Patio de los Ángeles en el barrio de Analco de Guadalajara es el escenario para la entrega; desde antes de las cuatro de la tarde, del viernes 18 de marzo, una docena de artesanos junto con sus familias provenientes de unos diez municipios del estado permanecen sentados a la espera del inicio de la ceremonia.
Predomina la presencia de hombres de pelo cano que están en la primera fila; un hombre de la tercera edad en una silla de ruedas, está constantemente atendido por sus familiares. Le acomodan el sombrero, le hablan al oído, le revisan la boca, los ojos. Uno calza unos claros huaraches de cuero. Dos hombres usan sombrero blanco; uno de ellos lo sostiene en las manos a la espera de que comience la sesión. Mientras, le da vueltas, como el personaje del cuento de Edmundo Valadez (La muerte tiene permiso) que en una junta espera nervioso.
Doña Elena Quezada Cabrales de 89 años de edad, bordadora; es la única mujer homenajeada. También espera sentada al lado del hombre de la silla de ruedas, en silencio.
Son cerca de las cinco de la tarde y los artesanos siguen a la espera de las autoridades que están por llegar.
Don Pedro Mendoza, de 76 años de edad, está muy contento y nervioso también, la espera alarga el nerviosismo porque él es el seleccionado para tomar la palabra una vez que inicie la entrega de los reconocimientos.
-Mañana es dia de San José obrero- Dice muy orgulloso de sentirse igual, un sencillo obrero que hace piezas dignas de mostrarse al mundo.
Uno de sus sarapes está expuesto; es color crema de lana natural con hilos de colores; los brillantes romboides al centro parece que se mueven, las flores celestes y rojas aparecen brillantes, al lado de un cartel con una frase de don Pedro obtenida de una serie de entrevistas realizadas por parte de la dependencia.
“Cuando le enseño a un muchacho a usar el telar, me pongo contento, porque sé que mi conocimiento no morirá cuando yo me vaya”, reza el pequeño rótulo.
Según Rafael Castro Rivera, Jefe de Culturas Populares y Urbanas de la Dependencia estatal de cultura, los artesanos homenajeados, tienen en promedio una edad de 78 y 92 años.
Alrededor de las cinco de la tarde se hicieron presentes, Margarita Alfaro Aranguren, Directora de Fomento Artesanal; Lourdes González Pérez, Secretaria de Cultura de Jalisco y Mario Alberto Limon Carranza, Director de Gestión Integral de Proyectos de la misma dependencia. Ocuparon las sillas colocadas al frente en el presídium. También ahí estuvo don Pedro y doña Elena.
En su discurso, el obrajero jocotepequense expresa su emoción por la posibilidad de transmitir a las nuevas generaciones sus saberes, a través de la Escuela de Telar de Jocotepec, donde enseña a los jóvenes a tejer la lana.
En medio de aplausos y luego de los discursos de los funcionarios, los artesanos reciben el reconocimiento enmarcado en un cuadro de madera que abrazan para la foto.
Los 12 artesanos reconocidos fueron Alejandro Alfaro, Juan Manuel Águila, Pedro Mendoza, Elena Quezada, Flavio García, Luis Zermeño, Carmen Torres, Jesús Flores, Luciano Jacobo, Jorge Soriano, José Hernández y José Ascensión Juárez.
En torno a la reunión y con motivo del Día del Artesano (19 de marzo), la jefatura de la Secretaría de Cultura organiza la exposición de artesanías Hecho con el corazón en la que se exhiben piezas de distintos municipios. Se exponen huaraches y cuchillería de Sayula, objetos de ocochal de Mazamitla, esculturas de cantera rosa procedentes de San Miguel el Alto y objetos de talla de hueso de Teocaltiche.
Los asistentes comienzan a retirarse, algunos toman apurados el agua de horchata que les ofrecen y comen los tacos al vapor que se sirvieron. Otros se los llevan y salen apurados.
Las autoridades siguen participando en el recorrido. Entre todas las piezas; el sarape de don Pedro parece brillar; las flores adquieren movimiento cuando la Secretaria de Cultura, Lourdes González, lo toma entre sus manos en su recorrido final por la exposición. Don Pedro conversa orgulloso de su proceso, le muestra a las autoridades sus manos marcadas por el trabajo de toda una vida en el telar. No solo tiene decenas y decenas de sarapes en su haber, sino decenas más en la lista de espera. Está terminando un sendal para el Señor del Huaje, del que solo cobrará el material, porque reitera, los trabajos para él no se cobran.
Este tejedor de hilos de colores representa hoy al municipio de Jocotepec en un evento de reconocimiento austero donde lo que más resplandece, es ese sarape salpicado de figuras que “parece que se mueven”.
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