Background on Carlos Manzo and Grecia Quiroz
Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan, Michoacán, was tragically assassinated last Saturday. His widow, Grecia Quiroz, is set to take over his position starting today. Manzo was a prominent figure in Michoacán politics, having founded and led the Movimiento Independiente del Sombrero (MIS) political organization. His untimely death has left a void in the region’s leadership, prompting the need for Quiroz to step into his role.
Quiroz’s Meeting with President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo
In a secure and private meeting at the National Palace, Grecia Quiroz discussed matters with President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo. Accompanied by members of the Guardia Nacional, Quiroz arrived at the palace around 2 PM and left at 4:30 PM without addressing any questions from the press.
Congressional Proceedings for Quiroz’s Designation
Following a proposal by Carlos Alejandro Bautista Tafolla, a local diputado from MIS, the Michoacán Congress will hold an extraordinary session today to debate and vote on Quiroz’s appointment as interim mayor of Uruapan for the 2024-2027 term.
The Comisión de Gobernación of the Chamber of Deputies approved a draft yesterday, recommending Quiroz as Manzo’s replacement. According to Article 66 of Michoacán’s Municipal Organic Law, the Congress has 30 days to designate a successor upon official notification of Manzo’s definitive absence.
The law stipulates that, during the interim period, the Municipal Sindico or Sindica will assume the mayoral duties and responsibilities, ensuring continuity in local governance.
Cabildo’s Actions Following Manzo’s Assassination
Since Monday, the Uruapan Municipal Council has held sessions and declared Carlos Manzo’s absence definitive. This action paved the way for Grecia Quiroz’s potential appointment as interim mayor, adhering to the legal requirements outlined in Michoacán’s Municipal Organic Law.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Grecia Quiroz? Grecia Quiroz is the widow of Carlos Manzo, who served as the mayor of Uruapan, Michoacán, before his assassination last Saturday.
- What is her role now? Quiroz is set to assume the interim mayoralty of Uruapan following her husband’s tragic death, pending approval from the Michoacán Congress.
- What is the significance of the MIS organization? The Movimiento Independiente del Sombrero (MIS) is a political organization founded and led by Carlos Manzo. Its relevance lies in its role as a platform for Manzo’s political career and the subsequent need to fill his position following his assassination.
- What legal framework governs the appointment process? The appointment of Grecia Quiroz as interim mayor is guided by Article 66 of Michoacán’s Municipal Organic Law, which outlines the procedures for designating a successor in cases of definitive absence.
