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The second issue of
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
is online,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
The Isla Mujeres Magazine
to benefit Isla charities
is online,
featuring a variety of talented writers and photographers!
From Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....
link to their Isla articles
Eastern malecon has litter
Residents want City to clean it up
Lleno de basura el malecón Oriente
Vecinos piden urgente ayuda de la Comuna
Lanrry PARRA
ISLA MUJERES, 21 de agosto.-
ISLA MUJERES, 21 de agosto.-
Hundreds of visitors visit the Eastern malecon (seaside walkway) near Amplification La Gloria because of the spectacular views of the Caribbean sea, but there have been irresponsible, apathetic tourists and residents who litter there. This garbage, which includes beers and soft drink bottles, cans, cardboard, and other objects, makes a bad impression on tourists who visit the area. Hotel employees who work in the area explained that garbage accumulates because the trash containers (los botes) are in bad shape, now that three years have passed since this area was constructed, in addition to the problem of the inconsistency of the City workers who don't collect the trash every day.
One hotel employee said, "However, this does not relieve the people of their responsibilities, who come to enjoy this spectacular place to look at the view or to exercise, because if the trash cans are full or there are none, they can take their trash with them and put it in another trash can, and avoid creating a bad image for visitors and the general public."
Temporary employment program
Agapito initiates program that benefits 380 people
Inicia empleo temporal
Agapito pone en marcha programa en beneficio de 380 personas
Lanrry Parra
ISLA MUJERES, 21 de julio.-
ISLA MUJERES, 21 de julio.-
The
Municipal President, Magaña Agapito Sanchez chaired an event for the inauguration of the
Temporary Employment Program 2015, with Mario Fortiz Duarte, SEMARNAT
representative. The event took place at the Community Center in Rancho
Viejo, and the employees began working on Monday. The goal of this
program is to clean the main beaches of the municipality, with the
emphasis on removal of seaweed.
In recent days, the personnel hired
under this program have been intensely cleaning the Eastern Malecon sea
walkway, which is one of the busiest areas of the island. This program
is benefiting 180 workers in Rancho Viejo of the Continental Zone of the
municipality and 200 on the island.
During June and July, the coast of Quintana Roo was affected by a
massive presence of seaweed on its shores, affecting free access to the
sea and recreation in the Federal Zone area, as well as the image for
tourism. Realizing the gravity of the situation, the state government
has taken on the task of seeking management of resources from SEMARNAT
to address this atypical phenomenon with the Temporary Employment
Program.
On the
island, the workers are focusing on North Beach and Playa Centro (aka
the Posada beach); the Eastern Malecon, which they have already cleaned;
and Poniente (? lit. west), among other crowded places. On the mainland, they will clean up at Punta Sam and la angostura (? lit. the narrow area).
At this event the Mayor was accompanied by Mario Fortiz Duarte,
SEMARNAT representative, the ZOFEMAT directors (unnamed), Carmen Nahuat
of the municipal Ecology department, Carlos Barranco (whose title is not
given), and Edgar Gasca of the municipal Economic Development
department, and others. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Temporary Employment Program inaugurated
Les invitamos a disfrutar de "Cuentos en Movimiento" y la "Risa Extraviada" este 29 de agosto.
Boletos disponibles a partir del 24 de agosto.
We invite you to enjoy "Stories in Motion ' and 'Laughter Lost" on August. 29th
Tickets available on August 24th.
Tickets available on August 24th.
Cine al Aire Libre, este viernes a las 7:30pm.Teatro al aire libre de Plaza Bicentenario.
Col. La Gloria.
Entrada libre.
Movies Outdoors, Friday, tonight/yesterday, at 7:30 pm.
Theater in the open air of Plaza Bicentenario.
Colonia La Gloria Free entry.
Movie trailer for Rango, played by Johnny Depp (LINK)Theater in the open air of Plaza Bicentenario.
Colonia La Gloria Free entry.
We invite you to a day of free haircuts, this Friday (today/yesterday) at the kiosk in the park of colonia La Gloria, 9 am to 12 pm.
Les invitamos a la Jornada de Cortes de Cabello Gratuito, este viernes en el kiosko del parque de la Col. La Gloria de 1am a 12pm.
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Acquiring a transformer
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INFRAESTRUCTURA
Adquirirán un transformador
0 22 de agosto de 2015 By Carlos Gasca
Although the Casa de Cultura "Josefa Adame Solis" is fully operational and was in use for activities that were part of the 165th anniversary of the founding of the town, its new transformer has just arrived. The capacity and cost of the new transformer were not given.
All the air conditioners are working normally, and it is functioning to reduce the current for other services. There is another transformer, which provides power to the other classrooms. This was explained by the municipal Director of Culture, Ruben Perez Martin.
- Guarded by Naval personnel, the first electronic tables arrived yesterday, which will be distributed to all the students in fifth grade. Of the more than 27,000 tablets being distributed in Quintana Roo, there are 237 being delivered in the municipality of Isla Mujeres. They will be given out on Monday, when the students begin the new school year.
- It is the intention of the federal government that all students in fifth grade should have this digital tool, as part of the PIAD program (Digital Inclusion Program and Literacy). The tablets have a code that allows them to be located in the event they are lost or stolen, and they can only be used for educational purposes, due to the configuration and installed software.
- They were delivered to each of the primary schools in the municipality, and it is expected that this includes private schools. Importantly, training has been provided for the teachers who are working with the preloaded programs which are part of the curriculum for fifth grade.
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Medical assistance for Cuban fisherman aboard Lambda 330
Ofrecen asistencia médica a pescador cubano a bordo del Lambda 330 http://t.co/tD9JRsu8Ka
A crew member needed assistance for an inflamed open wound to his right foot, which was given by personnel of the Navy from the Search and Rescue unit, whose job it is to safeguard human lives at sea. They located the Cuban fishing boat Lambda 330, which had requested assistance for the crew member, south of Isla Mujeres and transported him to the Naval station at Puerto Juarez, where he was accompanied by personnel from INM (Immigration) to a hospital in Cancun for specialized medical attention, in coordination with the Consulate of Cuba in Cancun.
Governor Roberto Borge Angulo inaugurated this plant which is the largest of its kind in Latin America, with a capacity to receive the 1200 tonnes of trash that are generated daily by the municipalities of Isla Mujeres and Benito Juarez (Cancun) and separate out 600 tonnes of recyclable materials. Over 300 million pesos were invested.
The plant can recycle enough paper and cardboard daily to prevent the cutting down of 720 trees, and 950,000 plastic bottles per day, which is the equivalent of 160 kilometers, if they were laid in a line. It will not affect the recharge zone of the aquifer.
The three levels of government worked together for this project which puts Cancun on the forefront of solid waste management. The plant includes access for heavy vehicles, and it has administrative offices and an electrical plant.
The Governor explained that the operations of this plant and of the compactor will extend the life of the landfill, whose first section is already closed and the second section is in use. It has a capacity of two more sections at this site (Parque Intermunicipal), and in the future, with assistance from SEMARNAT, a biodigestor will be installed to generate more renewable energy.
In addition to the benefits for the environment, this plant also generates more than 400 direct, official jobs, with proper wages and benefits.
Rotting turtle eggs on the Caribbean beaches
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From por esto Link to their Isla Mujeres articles
New vehicles rejected
Rechazan nuevos vehículos [+] Ver mas
The rental agency Joaquin had acquired four colorful three wheeled vehicles to replace motorcycles, under the motorcycle permits, but the official said those permits cannot be used for three wheeled vehicles, and are only for motorcycles with a capacity for two people.
There was an immediate response on social networks, questioning this official decision, and the debate continues with some in favor of the rental agency, while others claim it would add to traffic congestion. Those who didn't take a side said there is a need to study the issue regarding all of the businesses with concessions, which are concentrated in the hands of some twenty "PRIistas" and certain "opposition".
On the TV Isla Mujeres website, Sr Garcia Padilla acknowledged that authorization was given in July to Julian Ricalde Magana regarding his vehicles, but he said the authorization did not include this type of vehicle and was for vehicles with two wheels not three, and that are open, not enclosed. He said there was an attempt to license them, but they failed the physical inspection at the office of Recaudadora de Rentas (Tax collection), in colonia La Gloria, where there was a protest by taxi drivers. The authorization is for vehicles up to 100 horsepower, which can accommodate two passengers. He said the permit is for motorcycles and not for motocarros, plain and simple, and they have been notified that it is not possible to operate these.
The former mayor of Cancun visited Sr. Garcia Padilla himself to listen to the decision of SINTRA, who were not convinced by the argument that these types of vehicles are used in Cuba.
Turtle nests in danger
En peligro nidos de tortugas[+] Ver mas
The limited staff of the Tortugranja cannot keep up, and some observers say they need more volunteers or assistance from other agencies, because there are abandoned eggs on the beaches. These eggs have often been dug up by other nesting turtles, and are eaten by predators such as dogs and iguanas.
On Thursday, the Tortugranja Director, Raciel Rivero, confirmed these events, and reported there are 15-20 nests that have been left on the beach, and are marked, because they could not be moved in time. If it is outside the parameter of the number of hours since the eggs were freshly laid, it is not recommended that they be moved, because this reduces the hatching rate from the highest level of 80% to a level below 20%, if they are moved after time has passed, according to the protocol of this program of monitoring and protection.
More personnel to clean the beaches
Más personal para limpieza de playas,.. [+] Ver mas
Old house presents potential danger
Peligro latente, casa antigua[+] Ver mas
Neighbors are concerned that parts of the building could become missiles in the event of a hurricane. There have been two hurricanes which have weakened the older buildings, Gilberto in 1988 and "Roxana" (sic, Wilma) in 2005. There have been dozens of private buildings which developed cracks, but generally they receive maintenance from their owners, but this is not always true, as in this case. After three decades, their useful life ended from environmental effects and their steel structures rusting away.
There are also unfinished hotels, such as the one located near the UMF (Family Medical Unit) of the IMSS (Mexican Social Security Institute) whose work has been interrupted for nearly a decade, and another hotel building near Garrafon, which is tall, and has been the victim of theft of materials including its copper tubing, according to information received. Beams, boards, and other objects from these abandoned buildings represent potential projectiles for the nearby homes, including those buildings full of visitors.
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| View from the rooms. |
MaraVilla Caribe Bed & Beach Three rentals with large glass doors overlooking our white sand beach and the beautiful Caribbean sea, with kitchenettes & free WIFI. In the coastal neighborhood of Bachilleres, among upscale villas & boutique hotelitos, convenient to downtown or the colonias, yet separate. Quiet & Private.
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| Kitchen in a large studio. (Sur & Norte are identical) |
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| Kitchenette in small room, Medio. There's a table & chairs across from it & a double bed. |
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| A large slider opens from each of the 3 rooms onto the patio where each has a table & chairs, hammock & clotheslines. The BBQ is behind the pole, and the outdoor shower is outa the pic at left. |
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| Large studio (Norte), I'm standing in the kitchen |
Free amenities such as hammocks, bikes, outdoor shower, portable beach chairs & beach towels, washer, loungers & BBQ. Breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop terrace. Upstairs room also available. Downtown is ~ a mile away; if you don't feel like walking or biking, flag a $2 taxi or hop on the bus. We also have room for parking,You can enjoy the music & crowds downtown, then come home our quiet neighborhood of Bachilleres where you'll sleep to the sounds of the sea.. $275/$325/$425 wk $40/50/$65nt Monthly Discounts
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| Large studio (Sur) with Queen & Single bed. Slider door & view are behind me. |
Fine dining a few steps away at Da Luisa or try the traditional neighborhood eateries a couple blocks farther. Stroll five minutes down the coastal sidewalk to Mango Cafe, Bahama Mama, Brisas, or Manolitos. Walk less than 10 minutes to shop at Chedraui or to dine at Green Verde, Kash Kechen Chuc, or Seso Loco. Visit marinas, bars, & beach clubs that are minutes away by bike or on foot. Our guests recommend the Yoga classes a couple villas away at hotelito Casa Ixchel. Fresh juice, produce & tortillas a few blocks away in the village, as well as a variety of other stores and small local restaurants.
August events
Sunset ~7:00
Moonrise over the Caribbean
Aug 29 7:08
Aug 30 7:56
Aug 31 8:44
Sept 1 9:32
Sept 2 10:20
Wednesday, August 5 8pm Circus BamBam (near Boxito, east
of Chedraui). Tickets 50 pesos. Performance for the benefit of Medical
and Therapy needs for kids with Down syndrome, coordinated by Corozon
del Willito. Raffle for two sets of tix to swim with Dolphins for 2
people at Dolphin Discovery.Friday, August 7, Junk collections in Salina Chica, Electricistas, and at Colegio de Bachilleres.
The Perseid meteor shower will peak on August 11 and be most visible on August 14 when the moon is new
Aug 10-14 Catholic festival for the Assumption of Mary. .Link to translation of schedule. 
State campaign for the collection of broken electronics and appliances
July 29 to August 28 at the Hacienda Mundaca tourist building at the
Ecology Department, 9-4, Paseo de las Aves, colonia La Gloria Thursday August 13 at 1pm at the Futbol Rapido soccer field: 2nd "Gotcha" Paintball Tournament
August 14-17 Isla Fest Anniversary of the Founding of the town in 1850
Gastronomic event with Tik in Xic fish
Local Talent Night
Coronation of the Queen of the Festival
Friday August 14
10am Casa de Cultura Oratory Competition
7pm Casa de Cultura Photography and documentary exposition "Art of Fishing"
Historical conference by historian Fidel Villanueva Madrid
8pm Immaculate Conception Auditorium Performance by The Symphonic Orchestra of Quintana Roo
Saturday, August 15
12:00 Casa de Cultura Signing of Sister Cities agreement between Mission Tx & Isla Mujeres
Saturday, August 15
12:00 Casa de Cultura Signing of Sister Cities agreement between Mission Tx & Isla Mujeres
5:30pm Procession from Sangrado Corazon (Sacred Heart) Church in La Gloria to the Immaculate Conception Church on the Town Square
~7 or7:30 Mass on Town Square for consecration, with candles officiated by Mons. Fabio Martinez Castilla
8pm Religious Procession through the downtown streets, returning to the Town Square where there will be Fireworks
10pm Regional Dance
Sunday, August 16 Town Square
7pm Performance of "Añoranza for Isla Mujeres" (Yearning for Isla Mujeres)
by the Quintana Roo Folklorico Ballet Group
State Musical Group
Monday, August 17
9:30am Departing from the API pier: Wreath placement event at the Cross in the Bay
6:30pm Town Square Special Session of the Town Council
9 pm Performance by the musical group "Marconi"
August 24, Monday: School resumes (Teachers return the week before)
Tickets available for free theater event Saturday at the Casa de Cultura (see below)
Tickets available August 24th. Free event Isla Fest. Tuesday Aug. 25 8p Town Square Naval Mariachis
Thursday, Aug. 27 7:30pm, dome on the Bachilleres campus, photographic exhibition of the 25 years since the birth of this institution in the municipality
Friday, Aug. 28 Inauguration of the new hospita
Friday, Aug. 28 8pm In front of the Town Hall Video spectacular 'mapping' "Isla Mujeres Vive/Live" (Isla Fest event...the word 'mapping' was in English on the poster)
Saturday, Aug 29 Casa de Cultura by Theater Company "La Libelula""Cuentos en Movimiento" (Stories in Motion) at 5p (For the whole family) and "La Risa Extraviada" (Lost Laughter) at 7p (For teens & adults) See poster above. Tickets available Aug 24
Friday, Aug. 28 Inauguration of the new hospital
Friday, Aug. 28 8pm In front of the Town Hall Video spectacular 'mapping' "Isla Mujeres Vive/Live" Isla Fest event.
Aug 28-Sept 20 Video Mapping is a light projection technique that causes fascinating visual effects.
Every Tuesday and Thursday: Free spay/neuter clinic
Consults 100p, Vaccines: parvo & distemper 50p, flea & tick meds 20p, wormer 10p. Helpers always welcome! Isla Animals, Mundaca Hacienda, 10am-4pm (No food morning of surgery/water ok)
Wednesdays in September 5p-8p Nico's Restaurant, $30usd Painting Class with profits donated to Isla Animals & Little Yellow Schoolhouse HH drinks & appetizers available
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