Milena Paola Quiroga Romero, mayor of La Paz, is facing scrutiny after declaring that Chayanne’s upcoming concert at the Carnaval de La Paz 2025 would come at no expense to the City Hall. However, documents obtained by "MetrópoliMx" contradict her assertion, sparking a heated debate over the transparency of public resource management.
The True Cost of the Event
Evidence from the minutes of the Second Extraordinary Session of the Acquisitions, Leasing, and Services Committee of the XVIII La Paz City Hall reveals that the Chayanne concert carries a significant price tag: 37.57 million pesos. This figure includes the artist’s fee, as well as costs for sound equipment and staging.
Funding Breakdown
The financial responsibility for the event is split between the Government of Baja California Sur and the Municipality of La Paz, each contributing 50%. The state government provided its share as a loan to the City Hall. Meanwhile, La Paz plans to recover its portion through ticket sales and other revenue streams associated with the event.
The Role of Baja Vibes Eventos
The private company "Baja Vibes Eventos," owned by Alejandro Flores, has been tasked with managing the concert. This includes organizing, planning, and executing the event. All revenues generated from the concert will be directed to the company, not the municipal government. Notably, "MetrópoliMx" has highlighted potential connections between Baja Vibes Eventos and public officials, including Mayor Quiroga Romero.
Transparency Under Fire
Adding fuel to the controversy, Luz Esthela Morales Limón, the Oficial Mayor of La Paz City Hall, admitted that the municipality is covering a portion of the costs. She attempted to justify Quiroga Romero’s earlier statement by emphasizing the anticipated revenue from ticket sales. Nonetheless, critics argue that the mayor’s denial undermines transparency and raises concerns about accountability.
Public Outcry and Criticism
The handling of the event has drawn widespread criticism. "MetrópoliMx" accuses Mayor Quiroga Romero of concealing the true nature of the financial arrangement, particularly the use of public funds for an event that benefits a private entity. These allegations, coupled with the ties between Baja Vibes Eventos and municipal officials, have intensified calls for clarity.
Conclusion
Despite claims to the contrary, official records confirm that Chayanne’s concert will impose costs on the City of La Paz. The involvement of a private company and the lack of transparency in managing public resources have turned what should be a celebratory event into a flashpoint for controversy, casting a shadow over the 2025 Carnaval de La Paz.
This unfolding situation underscores the critical need for open and honest governance, particularly when taxpayer money is at stake.
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