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Thursday, July 2, 2009 - #609
Sorry for being gone so long. I am going to send out a partial BPE
tonight and then I'll finish up all the emails tomorrow. Five day
trip up the Baja went really good. We took a couple of short side
trips down quaint dirt roads!
The El Jardines in San Quintin was booked so if you like staying
there, better make a reservation,
(619) 591-8922 us or 011-52-616-165-6161 Mex or http://www.hotel-jardinesbaja.com
The Chavez in San Quintin has been re-done and you get coffee and
sweet rolls in the morning.
La Serinadad had a kitchen fire a couple of weeks ago and the
repairs are going like gang busters. In the mean
time they're doing just fine with the small kitchen. Diana said she
would let me know when they have any specials.
Border crossing at Tecate was 30 minutes at 4:30pm on Wednesday and
that included an inspection at secondary.
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GIANT GARAGE SALE
JULY 3RD & 4TH - 7:00 - 3:00 -
New fishing rod with a lot of fishing equipment, furniture, 4X4
sliding window with screen, pluming supplies, tools,canning jars,
electrical supplies, two outboard motors for your dinghy, (1) 1 1/2
hp, (2) 15 hp. with only 5 hrs. on it 100's of paper back books, new
bait tank, fax machine w/ fax paper rolls, Bruce anchor, dinghy
wheels, hoover floor cleaner, bar stools. ACROSS FROM ENTRANCE TO
SPA BUENA VISA HOTEL FOLLOW THE SIGNS TO 3 TURQUOISE GARAGE D
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BAJA BEACH COMPANY SALE !!!
Special Summer Sales
"Sucesos" Gauze Clothing 75% OFF
Men's Shirst 75% OFF selected labels
Coffee, Honey & Candles 50% OFF
Genuine Talavera 40% OFF
Pewter Giftware 30% OFF
Jewelry by "Viviana" 20% OFF
Come to Plaza del Pueblo, Sale Starts NOW !!
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I need the phone number and/or email for Martin Verdugo's Storage
Lot up on the hill. Thank you.
rindyd@sbcglobal.net
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I am interested in communicating with anyone who knows about
policies regarding water rights to a housing development and the
process involved in transferring the water rights from a Mexican
developer to a HOA.
sharonesmall@gmail.com (250-335-2489)
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Does anyone know a good land surveyor that would come to Cabo Pulmo
to survey my property. It would be great if the surveyor had an
email address so I could make arrangements before I arrived in baja.
Thank you,
bajalauren@hotmail.com
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Would love to take a ferry trip to Mazatlan when we are down in Los
Barriles for Thanksgiving - can anyone tell me where we could catch
it and the cost and requirements? Also tips on things to do and see
while we are there would truly be appreciated. Thanks so much, Cindy
O. obfour@q.com
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SECURITY DISCUSSION
A. Received June 23, 2009
Hello Cheryl,
Please post the following. Thank you!
We are really progressing in making our paradise a lot more secure
for everyone.
We have been successful in obtaining a commitment of ten additional
municipal police officers on a semi permanent basis. We are working
on making this assignment permanent and have obtained high level
support from officials at all levels. This commitment of additional
police personal to Los Barriles is significant and was one of the
groups primary goals. We have also had discussions as to what the
American community could do to help the police. One suggestion is
to build kiosks at strategic locations, manned by police.
The Santa Maria homes association has committed $2,200 dollars for
both our attorney's bills and the building of a community substation
at the intersection of the dirt road and the paved road.
The Los Barriles Security Panel is working very hard and spending a
lot of time and their own money to help make this happen. We
appreciate the support you have all sent our way with emails.
Now...it is time to ask for monetary support as well as costs are
mounting. If we can get each of you to donate $50 or more it would
be a great help.
So....please make arrangements as soon as possible to pay our
attorney directly, whether it be through Dennis or however you need
to do it. We appreciate your support to help us all keep our
paradise crime free.
The following is our attorney's contact information:
GISELA TALAMANTES SAENZ
PARADISE MANAGEMENT
ASESORIAS, CONTABILIDAD Y TRΑMITES
CELL PHONE (612)136-4598
FAX 612.123.4223
www.paradiseinbaja.com
info@paradiseinbaja.com
The Los Barriles Security Panel
B. Received June 24, 2009
Cheryl,
We know that the Pony Express is not a BLOG, but we think that the
posting from the Los Barriles Security Panel warrants some
discussion since it affects the entire community.
Would you please consider "opening the mike" for a brief period of
time (perhaps a week or two), so that people will have a chance to
respond to what it going on? Also, it will give a forum to the LB
Security Panel to respond to questions and specific emails that the
public may have.
Respecting your policy to KISS, and if you agree to this format,
then we would like to ask the following questions of the Panel:
1. Who are the members of the Security Panel? Could you please
identify yourselves by name?
2. What authority does the LB Security Panel have to make
commitments to a foreign governement that they will build Mexican
police facilities?
3. Paragraph #1 says that they want to "build kiosks at strategic
locations, manned by police". What is a "Mexican Kiosk"? Is it a
little palapa stand?
4. Paragraph #2 says that there is a commitment to "build a
community substation". What does a "Mexican community substation"?
Is it a block building with restrooms, electricity, air
conditioning, furniture and communications?
5. Is there a Master Plan for any of this? Does anyone know how
much these facilities are going to cost to build? Who owns the land
that these kisosk/substations will be built on? Who will own these
facilities once they are built? Who will maintain these facilities?
6. How much are the attorney fees to date and what services have
been rendered so far?
7. We currently have a police force of four, and they have to ask
for monetary donations to pay for gasoline. If the city or county
cannot afford these four policemen, how or where are they going to
find the funding to add an additional 10 semi-permanent or permanent
police men?
We live in a very generous community where people are always giving
of their time and money. We applaud the work that the LB Security
Panel has done, and we appreciate all of their efforts. However, it
seems to us that there may be other ways (less costly and less
risky) for the Mexican/Canadian/American community to assist the
police without involving ourselves in the government bureauracy.
Janet & Ken Plake.
C. Received June 25, 2009
*Please print this page and save numbers and cell phones into your
cell phone. Security Panel Initiative
EMERGENCY THEFT CONTACT INFORMATION
Los Barriles Delegation
POLICIA MINISTERIAL (Investigation΄s Unit State Police)
Los Barriles Office
.
624.141.0849 (Office)
Comandante Martin F. Irigoyen
.624.161.8746
/612.161.8285 (Cell phones)
Agent Elias Molina Castro
.
624.122.6733 (Cell phone)
Agent Francisco Nuρez Valenzuela
.612.140.1428
Cell (Cell Phone)
Note: this police force does not wear uniforms. They report to the
Ministerio Publico under the District Attorney. Among their
responsibilities are to investigate robberies, homicides, acts of
violence, and any suspicious activity.
POLICIA MUNICIPAL (Patrol Local Police)
Los Barriles Police Station
624.124.8103/
624.141.0525 (Office)
Note: this police force wears uniform. Among their responsibilities
are to prevent crime and maintain order and peace in town. They
patrol the LOCAL area and provide support to the Policia Ministerial
in their crime investigations.
FEDERAL POLICE (HIGHWAY POLICE)
Los Cabos Station
.
624.1461241
(office)
Comandante Francisco Javier Juarez
..
..
.624.1561068
(cell phone)
Note: this police force wears uniform. Among their responsibilities
are to prevent crime, to maintain order and peace in the federal
zone (highway). They provide support to the local and state police
when required by the local authorities.
WHO TO CALL IN CASE OF ROBBERY OR SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY/PERSON
FIRST CONTACT THE INVESTIGATION΄S UNIT (POLICIA MINISTERIAL), THEY
WILL CORDINATE WITH THE LOCAL PATROL POLICE IF NEEDED. IF YOU ARE
NOT ABLE TO GET A HOLD OF THE STATE POLICE (POLICIA MINISTERIAL)
CONTACT THE LOCAL POLICE STATION.
YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT THE FEDERAL POLICE FOR THEM TO MONITOR THE
HIGHWAYS.
IF YOU NEED HELP TRYING TO REPORT A ROBBERY OR GIVE ADDRESSES AND
DIRECTIONS IN SPANISH TO THE CRIME SCENE CALL OFFICIAL
TRANSLATOR/ATTORNEY AT LAW GISELA TALAMANTES SAENZ AT
045.612.136.4598 (CELL PHONE)
info@paradiseinbaja.com
D. Received June 29, 2009
Well it finally looks as though we have been heard, at least for the
moment. The night patrols have doubled although I have been asked to
increase the fuel allotment. I dont know how long this will
continue and of course there is the fact that in two years we will
have another regime take over in La Paz and well have to start
again. Meanwhile though the burglaries seem to have quit for the
present but we still live in a poor country and many of you have
what other people want. Do to the nature of the isolation involved
north of Barriles I feel it necessary that all the homes install a
security system to show that you are tired of these burglaries and
will have no more of it! The initial cost of a system is less than
youll lose with the first robbery and the monitoring fee of about
$30.00 a month is very manageable. The systems run from about five
hundred to two thousand dollars depending on the amount of sensors
and goodies you add and believe me just the sight of that alarm box
attached to your wall will send almost all of the thieves we have
here running. The alarms are wired to notify the company in La Paz
by either phone line or cellular phone and they immediately contact
the Police station here with the location of the break in. Response
time probably 10 minutes but probably good enough. After my research
the most reliable outfit around is SAYSE Security and alarm. I have
their system in my office and it is very easily installed with a
minimum of tiny holes drilled for very small wire and the rest is
wireless. Its also easy to activate and deactivate and has three
emergency buttons to be used when you are home in case of fire,
medical or police emergency. A large home could easily be set up in
half a day so there are really no drawbacks. This company, SAYSE,
handles all of the Government officials home security including the
Governor and the Mayor of La Paz and their people speak English. To
contact please see attachment.
Regards,
Dennis C. Riley
Pagos y Asesorias DENNIS
Callejon Salsipuedes # 1
Los Barriles, B.C.S. Mexico 23330
www.paydennis.com
dennis@paydennis.com
E. Received July 2, 2009
Community Security Update:
The members of the Community Safety Committee are being asked what's
the progress on our ongoing efforts to bring more security to our
community. Some of your neighbors and friends have been working
diligently assessing issues, meeting with Law Enforcement officials
and creating a partnership of understanding. This is an ongoing
project which will take continued efforts and resources.
Each of the Law Enforcement agencies has show great concern for our
community and has offered support in our efforts. We are truly
building a partnership and in a partnership each relies on the
other. You may have already seen increased patrols in our community
in that the La Paz Commendente has placed additional patrols in our
community, a more than three fold increase in Officers.
As part of our plan to develop a long term solution to our issues
the Commendente of La Paz is now working on making our temporary
police permanent. Also we are working on a community policing
strategy resulting in Mini Substations strategically placed around
our community. This effort will take additional resources in the
future and we will be asking for help from the community.
We need to thank our local Mayor, and each local law enforcement
officer for their commitment and continue to ask for their
assistance.
Steve Fowler
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NEWS FROM LA PAZ
Sorry this is better directions to my house: GO DOWN DEGOLLAQDO
PAST MAS DEPT STORE TAKEA NEXT RIGHT THAT IS ZARAGOZA I AM 33
ZARAGOZA ON YOUR RIGHT JUST AFTER THE TURN WITH A RING HANGING
DOWN TO RING COWBELL SO I CAN LET YOU IN OR ACROSS DEGOLLADO IS A
SUSHI RESTAURANT AND NEXT TO IT IS A QONE DOLLAR PARKING LOT BUT
USUALLY THERE IS PARKING ON ZARAGOZA WE WILL HAVE FUN CATCHING UP
AND SEEING SUNSET ETC.
SHERRY
This Thursday starting at fivish and going until we are done will be
a Summer Sale of Joni Manary's "Gypsy Rags" clothes before she
heads North and a general get together at my new apt for drinks and
hors deorves and some dessert. Also anyone who has an announcement
or class or whatever please feel free to get us info verbally or
flyers or whatever
Please come and bring a friend if you want! I will have wine and
liquor for margaritas and coffee and some dessert, if you feel like
contributing anything like an hors deorve or dessert feel free.
I live at 33 Zaragoza top floor. It is huge with many rooms to try
on clothes if you want and lots of mirrors and a fabulous sunset
view. Go down Cinco de mayo and take the first right just past MAS
dept. store...find some parking not too hard and on right hand side
of street is 33 Zaragoza..I may have a doorbell or string to ring a
cowbell then I will let you in.
One reason I am doing this is also for you to see where I live it is
one of the oldest houses in La Paz..the street is from the 1700's
they say and this is like a New York loft with two balconies one
facing the water.
Call me if you want 612 1433887 or let me know if you are coming.
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MURAL WORK offered by local painter. Photo portfolio; references to
1996;
East Cape area. No charge for initial concept sketches. Flat
decorative detail,
surrounds, 3-D tromp l'oeil. All subjects: human/wildlife,
landscape, abstract
-- except lifeforms killed for entertainment. Reasonable. If
interested, please contact
Dave Love, a.k.a. David Amor at cell (624)116-2550 daveloveart
ATgmaiIDoTcom
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RIDES FOR PEOPLE AND STUFF
a. Anyone going to BCS that can take a letter to LaRibera in the
next 5-10 days? will mail to your address in the states. abuck1831@aol.com
NOT WANTED - Repeats ONCE a week - Subject to Editing!
Use link to Craigslist.com Works Great!
a. Full length skin suit, great for
jellyfish protection; keep warm when snorkeling. Brand new in
package. size small woman's http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-44/111496/Henderson-Lycra-Hot-Skin-Jumpsuit.html
lynnmirassou@gmail.com
142-8085
b. two used instant hot water heaters - 7
liter capacity - 'splendid' made by indugas company - purchased from
home depot approximately 3 years ago - both work great - contact
tessabarriles@gmail.com or 1410427
c. 13 foot Achilles Inflatable. Includes
bimini top, 15 hp motor, air pump, beach trailer and other
accessories.
Tom, Spa Buena Vista, 624-141-0227 or
bajabeerman@prodigy.net.mx
d. Remodeling master bathroom; Large
white Kohler soaking tub, 2 matching
white porcelain sinks no longer needed. Only slightly used; great
condition.
burnsinbaja@gmail.com
RESTAURANT NEWS
a. RESTAURANT NEWS OTRA VEZ
RESTAURANT PROPOSES AN ADDITIONAL SPECIALTY THIS WEEKEND:
-PAELLA VALENCIANA AT USD 9,00 OR 125,00 PESOS, FRIDAY + SATURDAY
NIGHT.
THIS IN ADDITION TO OUR SUCCESSFUL "CRAZY CRISIS MENU" WHICH OFFERS
4 DIFFERENT SALADS AT 4,00 USD EACH AND 4 DIFFERENTS SPAGHETTI DISH
AT USD 7,00.
UNTIL THE 14 AUGUST YOU CAN ALSO HAVE A BEER AT 1,50 AND MARGARITAS
AT 1,50 USD,
TEQUILA SHOTS AT USD 1,00 ETC.
COME AND HAVE A WONDERFUL DINNER WITH A FREE BRUSCHETTA APPETIZER.
ENJOY THE SUMMER!
BAJABIZ - Repeats in TWO weeks
a. EAST CAPE VACATION RENTALS
Our office has over 10 years experience here
in Los Barriles and the East Cape....We have
THE BEST VACATION HOMES IN THE BEST LOCATIONS !
Call us for a quote, our prices are affordable and we can make
your vacation happen. Watch for lots of changes to our web-site
and exciting new offerings and ideas. Visit our web page:
www.abajavacation.com
b. MUST SELL!!!! Casa Bonita VIEW
PROPERTY. New 1 bedroom 600 ft studio +covered patio, 2 bath, large
2-car garage with cement counters, sink and workbench (could be used
as a bedroom). Beautiful kitchen, full bathroom, artfully
decorated. Room for later expansion and good rental possibilities.
Meticulously landscaped 500 mt2 walled lot, 5 minute walk to beach
and close to town. Originally 249,00, now $159,000! OWNER WILL
FINANCE!!!!!! MUST SELL!!!! OWNER WILL CONSIDER PARTIAL TRADE FOR
RV OR TRUCK, ETC!!!!!! MUST SELL!!! Open House this Friday July 3
from 2-4p. To get directions or see virtual tour, email me at
rcross@cbriveras.com Rebecca Cross 044-624-178-0577.
Best Buy at $185,000
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