Residents of El Paraje and FIMESA neighborhoods in Tultitlán, Mexico State, reject the name change of their community to ‘Cuarta Transformación’, promoted by Mayor Elena García. During an open town council session, they demanded prioritizing basic needs like drainage and drinking water over symbolic changes. Neighbors also denounced street name alterations that complicate official procedures.
In a tense atmosphere, residents of FIMESA sections 1, 2, and 3 in Tultitlán held a dialogue table during an open town council session, broadcast live on social media. Their main demand was to halt the colony's name change to ‘Cuarta Transformación’, an initiative from the municipal administration led by Mayor Elena García.
Holding signs, inhabitants of El Paraje and FIMESA stated that this change does not address their real issues. ‘They assert that, before altering their community's identity, authorities should attend to basic shortages like drinking water, drainage, and other public services’, they expressed during the protest. They also denounced housing demolitions and requested an open and respectful dialogue.
The controversy focuses on changes made since December 2024, when street names like Pino, Copal, or Bugambilia were replaced with political references such as ‘Me canso ganso’, ‘Tandas del Bienestar’, ‘Salario mínimo’, and ‘Tren Maya’. These updates force residents to renew official documents, including INE credentials and receipts, causing inconvenience.
In January 2025, neighbors removed the new signs in a protest act, and demonstrations continued throughout the year. During the recent session, municipal police blocked access to protesters, leading to shoves and complaints. Residents directly confronted the mayor, demanding clear responses to their priority needs.
