Los Ayala
News - February 2012
News - February 2012
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The next edition of the Los Ayala News will be issued in the first week of March 2011.
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Dining in Los Ayala
Restaurant Las Ranas on Los Ayla Beach
Happy Hour
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
3-5 p.m.
10 Peso Beer
2 Pina Coladas for 80 Pesos!
Breakfast Special
A cup of fresh brewed coffee and a side of hash browns included with every breakfast special
Everyday starting from 8:30 a.m.
Closed Thursdays
Restaurant Las Ranas is located on the southern end of Los Ayala beach and one of the favourite spots for breakfast in Los Ayala!
Restaurant Las Ranas on Los Ayla Beach
Happy Hour
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
3-5 p.m.
10 Peso Beer
2 Pina Coladas for 80 Pesos!
Breakfast Special
A cup of fresh brewed coffee and a side of hash browns included with every breakfast special
Everyday starting from 8:30 a.m.
Closed Thursdays
Restaurant Las Ranas is located on the southern end of Los Ayala beach and one of the favourite spots for breakfast in Los Ayala!
Thinking of Buying a Beachfront Vacation Home in Los Ayala?
Check out this Two Bedroom Oceanview Beachfront Condo at Villas Marena
Check out this Two Bedroom Oceanview Beachfront Condo at Villas Marena
Did You Know?
The hammocks sold at Hamaca Maya are handmade by the finest women's Mayan Weavers' Cooperatives in all of Mexico.
The hammocks sold at Hamaca Maya are handmade by the finest women's Mayan Weavers' Cooperatives in all of Mexico.
This & That
A Few Words from the Editor
The Christmas Posdas celebration in Los Ayala was a special community event, that was well attended, and enjoyed by all. The play was led by Rosa, an animated leader who kept the crowd entertained. Christmas Carols were sung in English, French and Spanish. Miguel Sillas was introduced to folks as Los Ayala's new Juez, and worked hard to ensure that things ran smoothly... Juan led the Pinata games and ensured that everyone in attendance received candies, adults included.
Lots of folks from Los Ayala attended the New Years Eve Celebration at the Paradise Bar & Grill on Highway 200 just across from the Los Ayala exit to support the hot new dance band called the L.A. Connection. It has always been the dream of Orlando, a Los Ayala local who sings and plays at Pina Loca restuarant in Guayabitos every Monday to raise funds for Los Ayala's elementary school, to form a band. The L.A. Connection plays a funky mix of Roots, Rhythm and Blues. Overheard in the crowd were comments saying this was the best band in Jaltemba Bay, and that the band was GREAT! The crowd danced the night away, and enjoyed the friendly, attentive service of Olly and his staff. The L.A. Connection plays at the Paradise Bar & Grill every Thursday night at 7 p.m.
Upcoming events in Los Ayala to watch out for include the Annual Dessert Buffet & Dance and a Traditional Mexican Fiesta. The Annual Dessert Buffet & Dance is a fundraiser for Los Ayala's elementary school which is set for Friday, Feb. 10th at 7 p.m.. Indeed, this is the sweetest event in town, featuring a HUGE Selection of Mexican, American and Canadian treats. This year attendees will be dancing to the the tunes of the L.A. Connection. The community of Los Ayala will also be hosting a traditional Mexican Fiesta featuring Folkloric Dancers and a Mariachi Band. Los Ayala needs to raise 25% of the monies needed to improve the infrastructure in Los Ayala; a whopping 250,000 pesos! Los Ayala the small town, with the BIG heart and strong community spirit raised the funds for the Town Plaza you see in Los Ayala today. We did it once, and we can do it again!
The Mexican Fiesta will be held in place of the earlier planned "Welcome & Thank You Party for Foreigners" due to an urgent need for the community to raise funds. (See Local News below for more information)
Notable community events in Jaltemba Bay that are must dos, include January Rotary Dinner Dance on January 21st and the Jaltemba Bay Fashion Show on Februrary 21st. (Sorry, the Margarita Challenge is sold out.) If you plan on attending, buy your ticket soon! For more information see Happening in JBAY
Los Ayala experienced some challenges during Christmas break keeping up with the litter on the beach. In addition the recycling baskets in Los Ayala were overflowing (and filled with garbage); a large amount of construction debris was dumped into the estuary, and a sewer line broke on Avenida de Banderas, but fortunately it was quickly repaired.
A couple of folks on vacation in Los Ayala, and a few in the Jaltemba Bay area have advised that their bank card was compromised when using the Bancomer ATM in La Penita... The Bancomer bank machine is generally safe to use (based on 4 years of personal experience) but it is always a good idea to check the machine for any unusual features; and remember to cover pin number with your hand. Seven cans of Nescafe coffee mysteriously went missing from Lola's grocers on Bahia de Banderas.
The surf in Los Ayala was huge on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day... The largest waves seen in years. For the most part folks had fun playing in the water where the waves broke.
If you have not already checked out Las Ranas restaurant on Los Ayala beach, you should... Personally I can recommend the dining and the service. The prawn dishes are terrific, as are the guacamole and Mexican salsa... The margaritas are terrific! Check it out!
A Few Words from the Editor
The Christmas Posdas celebration in Los Ayala was a special community event, that was well attended, and enjoyed by all. The play was led by Rosa, an animated leader who kept the crowd entertained. Christmas Carols were sung in English, French and Spanish. Miguel Sillas was introduced to folks as Los Ayala's new Juez, and worked hard to ensure that things ran smoothly... Juan led the Pinata games and ensured that everyone in attendance received candies, adults included.
Lots of folks from Los Ayala attended the New Years Eve Celebration at the Paradise Bar & Grill on Highway 200 just across from the Los Ayala exit to support the hot new dance band called the L.A. Connection. It has always been the dream of Orlando, a Los Ayala local who sings and plays at Pina Loca restuarant in Guayabitos every Monday to raise funds for Los Ayala's elementary school, to form a band. The L.A. Connection plays a funky mix of Roots, Rhythm and Blues. Overheard in the crowd were comments saying this was the best band in Jaltemba Bay, and that the band was GREAT! The crowd danced the night away, and enjoyed the friendly, attentive service of Olly and his staff. The L.A. Connection plays at the Paradise Bar & Grill every Thursday night at 7 p.m.
Upcoming events in Los Ayala to watch out for include the Annual Dessert Buffet & Dance and a Traditional Mexican Fiesta. The Annual Dessert Buffet & Dance is a fundraiser for Los Ayala's elementary school which is set for Friday, Feb. 10th at 7 p.m.. Indeed, this is the sweetest event in town, featuring a HUGE Selection of Mexican, American and Canadian treats. This year attendees will be dancing to the the tunes of the L.A. Connection. The community of Los Ayala will also be hosting a traditional Mexican Fiesta featuring Folkloric Dancers and a Mariachi Band. Los Ayala needs to raise 25% of the monies needed to improve the infrastructure in Los Ayala; a whopping 250,000 pesos! Los Ayala the small town, with the BIG heart and strong community spirit raised the funds for the Town Plaza you see in Los Ayala today. We did it once, and we can do it again!
The Mexican Fiesta will be held in place of the earlier planned "Welcome & Thank You Party for Foreigners" due to an urgent need for the community to raise funds. (See Local News below for more information)
Notable community events in Jaltemba Bay that are must dos, include January Rotary Dinner Dance on January 21st and the Jaltemba Bay Fashion Show on Februrary 21st. (Sorry, the Margarita Challenge is sold out.) If you plan on attending, buy your ticket soon! For more information see Happening in JBAY
Los Ayala experienced some challenges during Christmas break keeping up with the litter on the beach. In addition the recycling baskets in Los Ayala were overflowing (and filled with garbage); a large amount of construction debris was dumped into the estuary, and a sewer line broke on Avenida de Banderas, but fortunately it was quickly repaired.
A couple of folks on vacation in Los Ayala, and a few in the Jaltemba Bay area have advised that their bank card was compromised when using the Bancomer ATM in La Penita... The Bancomer bank machine is generally safe to use (based on 4 years of personal experience) but it is always a good idea to check the machine for any unusual features; and remember to cover pin number with your hand. Seven cans of Nescafe coffee mysteriously went missing from Lola's grocers on Bahia de Banderas.
The surf in Los Ayala was huge on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day... The largest waves seen in years. For the most part folks had fun playing in the water where the waves broke.
If you have not already checked out Las Ranas restaurant on Los Ayala beach, you should... Personally I can recommend the dining and the service. The prawn dishes are terrific, as are the guacamole and Mexican salsa... The margaritas are terrific! Check it out!
Magical Moments- January 2012
Mr. James & Mrs. Jaleen Sheir
We felt pretty magical this day!! And no better place than Los Ayala Beach!
Wedding on Los Ayala Beach
Mr. James & Mrs. Jaleen Sheir
We felt pretty magical this day!! And no better place than Los Ayala Beach!
Wedding on Los Ayala Beach
Wanted!
Photos of events, people, and of Los Ayala, from years ago! If you have a Yesteryear Photo to share with others please....
Email your photo to Christina@MagicalLosAyala.com
Photos of events, people, and of Los Ayala, from years ago! If you have a Yesteryear Photo to share with others please....
Email your photo to Christina@MagicalLosAyala.com
Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue
Spay & Neutar Clinic Update
Hello All!
A very Happy New Year to all of our Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue supporters. Please click on the attachment to read about educating our youth about animal welfare, an update on our next clinic, our new vet in town, our adopted animals as well as those waiting for adoption.
Email Lin Chimes
Spay & Neutar Clinic Update
Hello All!
A very Happy New Year to all of our Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue supporters. Please click on the attachment to read about educating our youth about animal welfare, an update on our next clinic, our new vet in town, our adopted animals as well as those waiting for adoption.
Email Lin Chimes
dreaming of owning a beach front condo on the riviera nayarit, on pacific mexico's best swimming beach?
Check out Villas Marena the best place to LIVE!
Check out Villas Marena the best place to LIVE!
Prize Catch
Now that's a BIG Fish!
Now that's a BIG Fish!
Los Ayala News
New News & Updates
The Latest News from Romy Mora, Regidor Jaltemba Bay
First off the eight inch sewer pipe which runs through Los Ayala from Villas del Tropico along the center of Bahia de Banderas and up to the pumping station in the area of Vista Guayabitos, is slated for immediate replacement. The eight inch pipe of thickness R26 which was installed in 2000 is too, narrow for our communities requirements and it is also too, thin. The piping runs under the median in the center of Bahia de Banderas, and the roots of the trees are squishing the pipe and causing leaks. Over the past two to three years we have experienced a few breaks and leaks, and they have recently become more frequent. The new piping will be routed down Avenida Bahia de Jaltemba.
The need to replace the pipe is URGENT, and the cost for this project is estimated to be 1 million pesos (~ $100,000 dollars). The pipe is to be replaced with a 12 inch pipe and upgraded to the R32 thickness, which means the piping should last for twenty years instead of the standard nine years of the currently installed piping. Replacing the piping has taken priority over the road improvement project in Los Ayala, and needs to be done before any work on the roads begins.
BASIC FACTS:
Neither the municipal or the federal government has enough funds to finance the project. Romy met with officials (The Director of Sedesol) in Mexico City with a letter and petition in hand from the President of Compostela supporting the request seeking permission to have the project financed by the 3 for 1 program. As infrastructure is a basic service which needs to be provided, the Permission was granted. The federal government will cover 25% of the cost; the state (Nayarit) government will cover 25% of the cost; the municipal government will cover 25% of the cost, which leaves the people of Los Ayala in the position of having to raise 250,000 pesos, soon.
THE HOW TO:
Romy advised that in the year 2000, all property owners were assessed 2300 pesos to help fund the current infrastructure, and a similar approach will be taken this time around. I asked Romy what happened with the property taxes from the hotels and bungalows in Los Ayala and I was advised that all these monies, including those from Los Ayala were going towards funding the proposed Malecon in La Penita. (More on that later) In brief, property owners and hotel owners will be assessed to help with the projects, everyone will be asked for donations, but that will probably still not be enough to raise 250,000 pesos.
For that reason, Romy (our Regidor) and Miguel (our new Juez) will be hosting a Mexican Fiesta on January 27th in a quest to raise sufficient funds to have the infrastructure piping in Los Ayala replaced. Again it is of an urgent nature and needs to be done... Watch for more event details and updates to be posted on the Upcoming Events Page, and on the Jaltemba Bay Folk, Jaltemba Jalapeno, the Jaltemba Sol, and Magical Los Ayala's Facebook page.
JALTEMBA BAY'S CHALLENGES WITH THE WATER AND WASTE WATER DELIVERY SYSTEMS:
The new director of Siapa, Julio Gonzales who oversees the municipality of Compostela told Romy that the government has spent just $100,000 pesos on upgrading the infrastructure in the city of Compostela with a population of 21,000 with minimal problems, and over 60,000 pesos on repairing leaks in the infrastructure in Los Ayala, with a population of just a little over 400 persons and advised Romy that it is just like throwing money away. The drainage piping needs to be replaced (period). Julio Gonzales is from Tepic, who Romy has every confidence in.
Romy also has the highest of confidence in the new boss of Siapa for Jaltemba Bay (Based in La Penita) who is an engineer with a background in welding. His name is Gabriel Meza.
Initially, Romy was a little worried that the community of Jaltemba Bay may be short shifted, because Gabriel Meza does not live in the Jaltemba Bay area. However, she advises that he has overcome all of her concerns, by patiently answering all her questions and instilled her with a new confidence in the future of Jaltemba Bay and planned improvements in the infrastructure.
OUTCOME:
With Gabriel Meza assuming the helm at Siapa in La Penita, several employees were let go. Unfortunately someone or some persons have been tampering with the pumps and the power to the pumps in Jaltemba Bay, and at the time of writing Romy advised me that only 3 of 12 pumps in Jaltemba Bay are working. (The pump in Los Ayala; one in Guayabitos, and one in La Penita are working at full capacity.)
Gabriel has advised Romy that he plans to replace all 12 pumps in Jaltemba Bay in the near future.
With respect to financing, Gabriel Meza spoke of the vicious circle that has arisen in the community of Jaltemba Bay in that folks refuse to pay for water because they don't receive enough of it, which in turn makes it challenging for Siappa to service the community because they don't have enough funds to pay the CFE bill. Nevertheless Gabriel advised Romy that he feels Siappa has to deliver service first, to win back the confidence of the community and he plans to start by replacing all 12 pumps in Jaltemba Bay.
Next are plans to have a new "Well" built which will provide water solely for the communities of Los Ayala and Guayabitos. The existing well will serve the community of La Penita.
RECENT HISTORY
In Los Ayala the pumping station overflowed in September when the CFE bill was not paid by Siapa, and again in late November. Although the CFE bill was paid, problems at the Los Ayala station were experienced again in November and during Christmas break. My understanding of the problem is that when the power to the pumping stations was cut off by the CFE, the material at the Guayabitos pumping station is set in reverse, and the outgoing material collides with the incoming material creating blockages, which resulted in the system overflowing.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Without these urgent repairs and upgrades to the Sewage System in Los Ayala, it is possible that limits may be placed on the population growth and that of the tourism industry as well, which will impact not only the Hotels and Bungalows, but also property values and the economic health of the current population, not to mention the health risks resulting from these reoccurring episodes of escaping Sewage into our streets, estuaries and if the existing infrastructure is not replaced, during the rainy season no doubt we will experience overflow onto our beach.
WHAT CAN I DO?
Firstly, if you have not already brought your Water bill up to date, DO THIS IMMEDIATELY, Secondly, if and when you are approached as a property owner to pay your assessed share of these upgrades, DO SO WILLINGLY, even if you only have a lot that has no building on it these changes can do nothing but preserve and increase your property's value. Lastly let's have every one, property owners, business owners and tourists alike show their most generous intentions by attending and supporting all of the events and fund raisers put on to help fund this very important project.
Malecon in La Penita
Romy reported that work on the proposal to bring the Malecon in La Penita to a reality, has begun. The Federal government will be financing 50% of the project, and the municipal government will finance the other 50%. She also advised that taxes collected from Hotels and Bungalows in all of Jaltemba Bay will be used the finance the project.
That said it is a long term project. Permits are required, concessions need to be granted by SEMERNAT, and old houses on the beach in La Penita need to be torn down.
Los Ayala Roads Update
Romy says the roads south of Bahia de Banderas will be paved with interlocking brick, but not before the infrastructure and sewage issues have been resolved. Work needs to be started ASAP, or Los Ayala will have to wait another year for road improvements. Romy, advises that work will begin on replacing the piping as soon as our community raises the first 150,000 pesos.
Recent Challenges
The Pumping Station located at the corner of Avenida del Coral and Avenida del Estero overflowed in the area of Avenida Coral and the estuary but quickly repaired once the CFE bill was repaired. A second issue has been fixed, but not sure if this is for the long term.
Los Ayala experienced some challenges keeping up with the litter on the beach during the busy tourist season. The recycling baskets were overflowing, some debris was dumped in the estuary, and a sewer pump broke on Bahia de Banderas during the Christmas Season, but fortunately it was quickly repaired.
Regidors Meeting
Romy Mora, will be hosting a meeting for the The Regidors in Compostela at her home, this week. Agenda items of priority include cleaning the towns and beaches, street and beach vendors, and introducing fines for non-compliance.
PET Program
Romy was once again awarded leadership of the PET Program (Temporary Employment Program to Clean the Beaches) and is overseeing the PET Program for La Penita, Guayabitos, La Colonia, Los Ayala, and Chacala Beaches. Ninety-thousand pesos is allocated for each community, and workers are hired during for the winter tourist season to clean the beaches, and time permitting the streets in town. Romy advised that their was no funding for the program this fall, and as a result more litter than usual, was experienced seen on the beach and in town. The program lasts until the funding runs out.
SEMARNAT, awarded Romy the leadership of the committee for La Penita because of the exemplary manner in which she administered the past PET (Programa de Empleo Temporal - Temporary Employment Program) for Los Ayala; following the rules and regulations, and adhering to the all the program guidelines.
As a result the communities of Los Ayala, Guayabitos, La Penita, La Colonia and Chacala will be benefit from this program, this year. The program is scheduled to start at the end of January. This program provides employment to local persons in need of work in Los Ayala, El Monteon, La Joya, Guayabitos, La Penita de Jaltemba and La Colonia and everyone in the community benefits with cleaner beaches. Way to go, Romy!
Ignacia Chavez Rodriguez, or simply Nacha as she is known in Los Ayala, will lead the program in Los Ayala.
Wells and CONAGUA
One of the vacation accommodations in Los Ayala that was fined by CONAGUA for not having registered their well,has reportedly won their case, and will not have to pay the substantial fine in the order of ~ 287,000 pesos.
New News & Updates
The Latest News from Romy Mora, Regidor Jaltemba Bay
First off the eight inch sewer pipe which runs through Los Ayala from Villas del Tropico along the center of Bahia de Banderas and up to the pumping station in the area of Vista Guayabitos, is slated for immediate replacement. The eight inch pipe of thickness R26 which was installed in 2000 is too, narrow for our communities requirements and it is also too, thin. The piping runs under the median in the center of Bahia de Banderas, and the roots of the trees are squishing the pipe and causing leaks. Over the past two to three years we have experienced a few breaks and leaks, and they have recently become more frequent. The new piping will be routed down Avenida Bahia de Jaltemba.
The need to replace the pipe is URGENT, and the cost for this project is estimated to be 1 million pesos (~ $100,000 dollars). The pipe is to be replaced with a 12 inch pipe and upgraded to the R32 thickness, which means the piping should last for twenty years instead of the standard nine years of the currently installed piping. Replacing the piping has taken priority over the road improvement project in Los Ayala, and needs to be done before any work on the roads begins.
BASIC FACTS:
Neither the municipal or the federal government has enough funds to finance the project. Romy met with officials (The Director of Sedesol) in Mexico City with a letter and petition in hand from the President of Compostela supporting the request seeking permission to have the project financed by the 3 for 1 program. As infrastructure is a basic service which needs to be provided, the Permission was granted. The federal government will cover 25% of the cost; the state (Nayarit) government will cover 25% of the cost; the municipal government will cover 25% of the cost, which leaves the people of Los Ayala in the position of having to raise 250,000 pesos, soon.
THE HOW TO:
Romy advised that in the year 2000, all property owners were assessed 2300 pesos to help fund the current infrastructure, and a similar approach will be taken this time around. I asked Romy what happened with the property taxes from the hotels and bungalows in Los Ayala and I was advised that all these monies, including those from Los Ayala were going towards funding the proposed Malecon in La Penita. (More on that later) In brief, property owners and hotel owners will be assessed to help with the projects, everyone will be asked for donations, but that will probably still not be enough to raise 250,000 pesos.
For that reason, Romy (our Regidor) and Miguel (our new Juez) will be hosting a Mexican Fiesta on January 27th in a quest to raise sufficient funds to have the infrastructure piping in Los Ayala replaced. Again it is of an urgent nature and needs to be done... Watch for more event details and updates to be posted on the Upcoming Events Page, and on the Jaltemba Bay Folk, Jaltemba Jalapeno, the Jaltemba Sol, and Magical Los Ayala's Facebook page.
JALTEMBA BAY'S CHALLENGES WITH THE WATER AND WASTE WATER DELIVERY SYSTEMS:
The new director of Siapa, Julio Gonzales who oversees the municipality of Compostela told Romy that the government has spent just $100,000 pesos on upgrading the infrastructure in the city of Compostela with a population of 21,000 with minimal problems, and over 60,000 pesos on repairing leaks in the infrastructure in Los Ayala, with a population of just a little over 400 persons and advised Romy that it is just like throwing money away. The drainage piping needs to be replaced (period). Julio Gonzales is from Tepic, who Romy has every confidence in.
Romy also has the highest of confidence in the new boss of Siapa for Jaltemba Bay (Based in La Penita) who is an engineer with a background in welding. His name is Gabriel Meza.
Initially, Romy was a little worried that the community of Jaltemba Bay may be short shifted, because Gabriel Meza does not live in the Jaltemba Bay area. However, she advises that he has overcome all of her concerns, by patiently answering all her questions and instilled her with a new confidence in the future of Jaltemba Bay and planned improvements in the infrastructure.
OUTCOME:
With Gabriel Meza assuming the helm at Siapa in La Penita, several employees were let go. Unfortunately someone or some persons have been tampering with the pumps and the power to the pumps in Jaltemba Bay, and at the time of writing Romy advised me that only 3 of 12 pumps in Jaltemba Bay are working. (The pump in Los Ayala; one in Guayabitos, and one in La Penita are working at full capacity.)
Gabriel has advised Romy that he plans to replace all 12 pumps in Jaltemba Bay in the near future.
With respect to financing, Gabriel Meza spoke of the vicious circle that has arisen in the community of Jaltemba Bay in that folks refuse to pay for water because they don't receive enough of it, which in turn makes it challenging for Siappa to service the community because they don't have enough funds to pay the CFE bill. Nevertheless Gabriel advised Romy that he feels Siappa has to deliver service first, to win back the confidence of the community and he plans to start by replacing all 12 pumps in Jaltemba Bay.
Next are plans to have a new "Well" built which will provide water solely for the communities of Los Ayala and Guayabitos. The existing well will serve the community of La Penita.
RECENT HISTORY
In Los Ayala the pumping station overflowed in September when the CFE bill was not paid by Siapa, and again in late November. Although the CFE bill was paid, problems at the Los Ayala station were experienced again in November and during Christmas break. My understanding of the problem is that when the power to the pumping stations was cut off by the CFE, the material at the Guayabitos pumping station is set in reverse, and the outgoing material collides with the incoming material creating blockages, which resulted in the system overflowing.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Without these urgent repairs and upgrades to the Sewage System in Los Ayala, it is possible that limits may be placed on the population growth and that of the tourism industry as well, which will impact not only the Hotels and Bungalows, but also property values and the economic health of the current population, not to mention the health risks resulting from these reoccurring episodes of escaping Sewage into our streets, estuaries and if the existing infrastructure is not replaced, during the rainy season no doubt we will experience overflow onto our beach.
WHAT CAN I DO?
Firstly, if you have not already brought your Water bill up to date, DO THIS IMMEDIATELY, Secondly, if and when you are approached as a property owner to pay your assessed share of these upgrades, DO SO WILLINGLY, even if you only have a lot that has no building on it these changes can do nothing but preserve and increase your property's value. Lastly let's have every one, property owners, business owners and tourists alike show their most generous intentions by attending and supporting all of the events and fund raisers put on to help fund this very important project.
Malecon in La Penita
Romy reported that work on the proposal to bring the Malecon in La Penita to a reality, has begun. The Federal government will be financing 50% of the project, and the municipal government will finance the other 50%. She also advised that taxes collected from Hotels and Bungalows in all of Jaltemba Bay will be used the finance the project.
That said it is a long term project. Permits are required, concessions need to be granted by SEMERNAT, and old houses on the beach in La Penita need to be torn down.
Los Ayala Roads Update
Romy says the roads south of Bahia de Banderas will be paved with interlocking brick, but not before the infrastructure and sewage issues have been resolved. Work needs to be started ASAP, or Los Ayala will have to wait another year for road improvements. Romy, advises that work will begin on replacing the piping as soon as our community raises the first 150,000 pesos.
Recent Challenges
The Pumping Station located at the corner of Avenida del Coral and Avenida del Estero overflowed in the area of Avenida Coral and the estuary but quickly repaired once the CFE bill was repaired. A second issue has been fixed, but not sure if this is for the long term.
Los Ayala experienced some challenges keeping up with the litter on the beach during the busy tourist season. The recycling baskets were overflowing, some debris was dumped in the estuary, and a sewer pump broke on Bahia de Banderas during the Christmas Season, but fortunately it was quickly repaired.
Regidors Meeting
Romy Mora, will be hosting a meeting for the The Regidors in Compostela at her home, this week. Agenda items of priority include cleaning the towns and beaches, street and beach vendors, and introducing fines for non-compliance.
PET Program
Romy was once again awarded leadership of the PET Program (Temporary Employment Program to Clean the Beaches) and is overseeing the PET Program for La Penita, Guayabitos, La Colonia, Los Ayala, and Chacala Beaches. Ninety-thousand pesos is allocated for each community, and workers are hired during for the winter tourist season to clean the beaches, and time permitting the streets in town. Romy advised that their was no funding for the program this fall, and as a result more litter than usual, was experienced seen on the beach and in town. The program lasts until the funding runs out.
SEMARNAT, awarded Romy the leadership of the committee for La Penita because of the exemplary manner in which she administered the past PET (Programa de Empleo Temporal - Temporary Employment Program) for Los Ayala; following the rules and regulations, and adhering to the all the program guidelines.
As a result the communities of Los Ayala, Guayabitos, La Penita, La Colonia and Chacala will be benefit from this program, this year. The program is scheduled to start at the end of January. This program provides employment to local persons in need of work in Los Ayala, El Monteon, La Joya, Guayabitos, La Penita de Jaltemba and La Colonia and everyone in the community benefits with cleaner beaches. Way to go, Romy!
Ignacia Chavez Rodriguez, or simply Nacha as she is known in Los Ayala, will lead the program in Los Ayala.
Wells and CONAGUA
One of the vacation accommodations in Los Ayala that was fined by CONAGUA for not having registered their well,has reportedly won their case, and will not have to pay the substantial fine in the order of ~ 287,000 pesos.
Charlies Villa Style Bungalows
Lovely accommodations just a couple of blocks to Los Ayala beach. Swimming Pool!
Just 600 pesos per night. (Double Occupancy)
Casa del Cono
Three Bedroom home appointed with everything you need for vacation.
Lovely accommodations just a couple of blocks to Los Ayala beach. Swimming Pool!
Just 600 pesos per night. (Double Occupancy)
Casa del Cono
Three Bedroom home appointed with everything you need for vacation.
Upcoming Community Events
in Jaltemba Bay
Rotary Dinner Dance Jan. 21st
Jaltemba Bay Fashion Show - Feb. 21st
For more information on these community events see Happening in JBAY
in Jaltemba Bay
Rotary Dinner Dance Jan. 21st
Jaltemba Bay Fashion Show - Feb. 21st
For more information on these community events see Happening in JBAY
Magical Los Ayala
Succession Planning
Wanted! A community minded professional with web design skills to take Magical Los Ayala to the next level! Our little web site is receiving almost 3000 unique views, and 14,000 hits every 28 days, day, and growing! Simply put, I need help.
For more information please contact Christina
Tel: 327-274-3516 Email: Christina Stobbs
Succession Planning
Wanted! A community minded professional with web design skills to take Magical Los Ayala to the next level! Our little web site is receiving almost 3000 unique views, and 14,000 hits every 28 days, day, and growing! Simply put, I need help.
For more information please contact Christina
Tel: 327-274-3516 Email: Christina Stobbs
"Catinflesco"
Cantinflas was a Mexican comedian who becam a legend in his own time. A combination of the U.S.'s Red Skelton and Danny Kay,. Cantinflas had a trademark act in which he put on amazing demonstrations of talking big about something without ever saying anything at all. A "Cantinflesco" is a person who talks a lot but doesn't say anything.
Cantinflas was a Mexican comedian who becam a legend in his own time. A combination of the U.S.'s Red Skelton and Danny Kay,. Cantinflas had a trademark act in which he put on amazing demonstrations of talking big about something without ever saying anything at all. A "Cantinflesco" is a person who talks a lot but doesn't say anything.
Day Trip from Los Ayala
The Gravel Pit in La Penita - Worth Exploring!
The Gravel Pit in La Penita - Worth Exploring!
Los Ayala Vacation Home For Sale
Five minute walk to Los Ayala beach...
3 Bedroom Oceanview Vacation Home
Five minute walk to Los Ayala beach...
3 Bedroom Oceanview Vacation Home
Meet Miguel Sillas
Los Ayala's New Juez
Miguel Sillas who has lived in Los Ayala for
thirty-two years, won the election for the position of Juez in and for Los Ayala's on December 4, 2011. He will serve in this position for the next three years.
To read more and view photos see
Los Ayala's New Juez Miguel Sillas
Los Ayala's New Juez
Miguel Sillas who has lived in Los Ayala for
thirty-two years, won the election for the position of Juez in and for Los Ayala's on December 4, 2011. He will serve in this position for the next three years.
To read more and view photos see
Los Ayala's New Juez Miguel Sillas
Property Management Services
Now is the time to start planning for the care of your home while you are away this summer!
TMH Property Management serves homes in Jaltemba Bay, including Los Ayala, Guayabitos, La Penita and La Colonia
Your Home is Our Responsibility! For more information see TMH Property Management
Now is the time to start planning for the care of your home while you are away this summer!
TMH Property Management serves homes in Jaltemba Bay, including Los Ayala, Guayabitos, La Penita and La Colonia
Your Home is Our Responsibility! For more information see TMH Property Management
Pictured Above...
Malcolm and Randy of Villas Marena, Los Ayala showing off the Marlin they caught on on a recent Sports Fishing Trip in the Bay. Thank you to Morley Schemenauer for the photo.
Malcolm and Randy of Villas Marena, Los Ayala showing off the Marlin they caught on on a recent Sports Fishing Trip in the Bay. Thank you to Morley Schemenauer for the photo.
Images from Los Ayala and the Jaltemba Bay Area by Christopher Morse, of Fairbanks Alaska
From left to right... Breaching whale in the bay just off Los Ayala Beach; White Egret in San Blas; Beautiful Horse on the back country trails of Los Ayala; and hot pink chick at the La Penita Market.
From left to right... Los Ayala Beach Semana Santa: Beautiful Los Ayala Sky; Horses under the tree at Villas del Tropico: Local Goat Herders raising a Dust Cloud; Fruit for Sale; Pretty Orange Butterfly.
Join us for Los Ayala's
Annual Dessert Buffet & Dance
Enjoy a HUGE selection of Canadian, Mexican & American Treats at the most delicious fundraiser in Jaltemba Bay!
Friday, Feb. 10th
7 p.m.
Los Ayala's Elementary School
The Sweetest Event in Town
Just 100 pesos per person!
Dance to the Tunes of the L.A. Connection!
Tickets Available at the Door!
Bring along a dessert!
All proceeds from the event to towards improvements at Los Ayala's Elementary School...
Annual Dessert Buffet & Dance
Enjoy a HUGE selection of Canadian, Mexican & American Treats at the most delicious fundraiser in Jaltemba Bay!
Friday, Feb. 10th
7 p.m.
Los Ayala's Elementary School
The Sweetest Event in Town
Just 100 pesos per person!
Dance to the Tunes of the L.A. Connection!
Tickets Available at the Door!
Bring along a dessert!
All proceeds from the event to towards improvements at Los Ayala's Elementary School...
Congratulations!
Los Ayala's Elementary school has risen from 535th (out of 1200 schools in Compostela) to 850th place in academic standing.
Due to the due diligence of the new teacher who everyone calls just "TEACHER" at Los Ayalas Elementary School.
Los Ayala's Elementary school has risen from 535th (out of 1200 schools in Compostela) to 850th place in academic standing.
Due to the due diligence of the new teacher who everyone calls just "TEACHER" at Los Ayalas Elementary School.
Valentines Day in Los Ayala
Miguel Sillas, Juez of Los Ayala is planning a Valentine Bash to be held in Los Ayala's Town Plaza... Remember to check the upcoming events page in early February for details...
Miguel Sillas, Juez of Los Ayala is planning a Valentine Bash to be held in Los Ayala's Town Plaza... Remember to check the upcoming events page in early February for details...
Photos of the L.A. Connection from the New Years Eve Celebration. The last gentleman is not a member of the band simply a great saxophone player who was delighted to participate. Photos by Linda Jeannotte. Click on any image to view gallery.
Yesteryear Photos
Images of Los Ayala by Heidi Banks of Nova Scotia, Canada
I joined Ken & Bea Rauch, Jaltemba Bays renowned birdwatchers and photographers for a Bird Watching Expedition at the Gravel Pit in La Penita.... It's quite the story!
To read the story behind the muddy foot see Bird Watching
To read the story behind the muddy foot see Bird Watching
Manuel and Maria visited Los Ayala on vacation twenty years ago, and became enamoured with the abundance of nature, the pretty beach, and tranquil lifestyle. Shortly thereafter they moved to Los Ayala from Guadalajara.
See Manuel & Maria
See Manuel & Maria
Los Ayala
Small Town with a Big Heart
Remember how Los Ayala become known as the small town, with a big heart and a strong community spirit?
How the community came together to raise over 250,000 pesos in less than a month; and how Romy quadrupled those funds via the Mexican Government's 3 for 1 program? Resulting in the beautiful Town Plaza you see in Los Ayala today?
Well, we are going to have to do it again, to replace the infrastructure in Los Ayala. Not as exciting as a town plaza, but essential!
Please support Romy Mora and Miguel Sillas, and the Community of Los Ayala by attending the Mexican Fiesta, and/or making a donation.
To make a monetary donation please contact
Romy Mora ...
Tel: 327-274-0611
Cell: 045-322-158-2919.
To donate a prize for the 50/50 raffle draws at Los Ayala's Mexican Fiesta Fundraiser contact Christina Stobbs...
Tel: 327-274-3516
Email Christina@magicallosayala.com
All funds raised go towards replacing the infrastructure for waste removal in Los Ayala, and will be matched 3 for 1 by the Mexican Government!
Small Town with a Big Heart
Remember how Los Ayala become known as the small town, with a big heart and a strong community spirit?
How the community came together to raise over 250,000 pesos in less than a month; and how Romy quadrupled those funds via the Mexican Government's 3 for 1 program? Resulting in the beautiful Town Plaza you see in Los Ayala today?
Well, we are going to have to do it again, to replace the infrastructure in Los Ayala. Not as exciting as a town plaza, but essential!
Please support Romy Mora and Miguel Sillas, and the Community of Los Ayala by attending the Mexican Fiesta, and/or making a donation.
To make a monetary donation please contact
Romy Mora ...
Tel: 327-274-0611
Cell: 045-322-158-2919.
To donate a prize for the 50/50 raffle draws at Los Ayala's Mexican Fiesta Fundraiser contact Christina Stobbs...
Tel: 327-274-3516
Email Christina@magicallosayala.com
All funds raised go towards replacing the infrastructure for waste removal in Los Ayala, and will be matched 3 for 1 by the Mexican Government!
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Los Ayala's Friendly Horse
Photo By Christina Stobbs
PS He is fond of carrots & apples
Photo By Christina Stobbs
PS He is fond of carrots & apples
