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Welcome to News Cozumel!
New Immigration Laws
Ayeee caramba! The entry permits have change; there are now various
categories you can be placed in for entry permits, some DO NOT ALLOW
EXTENTION OF TIME.
If you are coming in to live you are given a certain entry and have less
than a month to get the application filed for your Fm3.
You can't just walk in as before for applications and renewals. You must
enter:
http://www.inm.gob.mx/index.php/page/tramites
This site is in Spanish, although there is an English button to click
that takes you to section in English that you click on to identify what
it is you are attempting to do. Once you click on the appropriate
description of your status, it takes you back to Spanish.
In many hours of playing with the website, I did get to the form we are
to complete on line and print out. We still require the letter, the
translated proof of income, copies of the passports and FM3/FM2. THE
PICTURES ARE NOW INFANTILE SIZE IN BLACK AND WHITE.
It is my understanding once you have all this together, immigration will
give you an appointment to start your process.
I sent my mother's initial application to Monica Sauza Garrido (Telephone:
987-872-5394) and will be doing the same with my husband's renewal due
this month. Since we are moving July1st, I will probably have her renew
mine and Sharon's as well.
Great news, we will have cards instead of the passport type booklets. I
wonder if they will be green. (Inside joke, I held an American Green
Card for 45 years!).
As I learn more, I will pass it on. In the mean time I suggest you visit
your favorite “Monica” if your renewal is due anytime soon.
The 4th Sacred Mayan Crossing the reenactment of Mayan pilgrimage from
Xcaret (mainland) to the Island of Cozumel and back took place May 20
-23rd Due to the weather, and inability to have handicap accessible
parking, I was unable to attend. However, for my readers, I am taking
great pains to translate the ritual that took place for you, here is
part one of three:
SUCCESSFUL RECREATION OF THE MAYAN
RITUAL IN HONOR TO GODDESS IXCHEL
Part One of
Three
Under a warm spring night in the beach of Caletita in Cozumel, the
millenarian ritual carried out itself with great success. Mayan natives
of south-east Mexico consulted the oracle of the Ixchel goddess. Diverse
pre-Hispanic dances were performed with 118 participants of diverse ages.
Having a pyramid like scene recreated for this important occasion that
was flanked by the Caribbean Sea, Municipal and State authorities
enjoyed the staging of the consultation of the oracle of Ixchel. All
began shortly after eight with the welcoming of many representatives of
the Island of Cuzamil, “el Halach Winik.”
In conjunction with lighting the pyramid like structure the torches of
the canoeists were lit to receive Ix Chebel Yax, the old goddess of the
Moon, of the Divine, of the Hurricanes, of the Fertility and Mareas,
that was represented as a figure with loose gray hair holding an
inverted jug in one hand and a walking stick in the other.
With music produced by pre-Hispanic instruments the dance of the mothers,
the givers of life, began. Older women carried full pitchers of water
and with smooth and rhythmical movements danced to receive Ix Chebel Yax.
The pregnant women with jícaras in the hands receive this vital liquid
that is sent to the air on numerous occasions like a symbol of joy.
Before the glance of Ix Chebel Yax, on one of the platforms bordering
the stage, a group of children entered playing, running and executing
movements that represented diverse animals, simultaneously young women
with baskets and on their knees scattered petals of flowers around them.
Next on the highest part of the pyramid appeared figure in blue (the
fifth color) the color of the ritual, which imitated dance evolutions
that recreated the liberation of young Ixchel, soon they danced to the
canoeists mixing themselves among them.
I am certain you will all be at the edge of your seats waiting for my
translation of the rest of the ritual!
IMSS Medical Insurance
By popular request I revisited the Social security Clinic/Hospital on
30th and met with a Mr. Marte Alejandro Cruz Ventura. IMSS Medical
Insurance is available to foreigners holding an FM3 or FM2 Visa. THE
INSURANCCE IS OFFERED FOR FAMILIES ONLY. (Husband and wife, or parent
and child). The documentation they require must validate the
relationship of the two applicants. The cost is quite low, although it
has risen since last year. You will need:
ORIGINAL Birth certificates
ORIGINAL Marriage license
CURP Card
Proof of residency (Utility bill etc.)
Copies of you Visas
Copies of your passports
Two infantile size pictures in color
They require the birth certificates and marriage license be translated
by an approved translator.
NEW: They require you present all the above documents before giving you
the medical questionnaire. Depending on the medical questionnaire
results, they might require a physical exam prior to approval. Coverage
of pre-existing conditions is complicated, but if you are approved, you
are covered:
The first six months there is no coverage. The second six months only
minor things such as colds are covered. The second year everything is
covered except broken bones and orthopedics.
The third year covers everything including medication as long as you get
them from IMSS. You will not be reimbursed for drugs purchased at other
pharmacies. The drug benefit is the only negative I have heard, as they
are many times short of medications.
The Annual rates Per Person for 2010 are as follows:
Ages 0-19 $1,265.10 Pesos
Ages 20 39 $1,478.60 Pesos
Ages 40 59 $2,210.10 Pesos
Age 60 and up $3,325.70 Pesos
I have copies of the medical questionnaire in ENGLISH. I have also
signed up to be a volunteer translator at IMSS.
A common misconception on this Island is that since we are a small
community, everyone knows what is going on. Many times I find out about
events after the fact, most of the time at the last minute and too late
to pass on the information to you.
I receive notices from the Cruz Roja Cozumel, Casa de Cultura Cozumel,
Woman's Breakfast Club, and Game Night Club. Please make certain I am on
your mailing list and contact me for all special events so I may better
serve our community.
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Aura Holguin-Resch (Aurita)
may be reached at
atreasuryoftrade@msn.com for suggestions, comments, assistance,
submit editorials or for information on:
- Book Club
- Book Exchange
- Game night
- Garden Club
- Ladies Breakfast Club
- Applying for local discounts
- Mexican Health Insurance
- Recreational activities
TELEPHONE:
Home: 987-120-0480
Cellular: 987-105-7669
From US: 386-445-8702
- For your convenience, here is a list of emergency numbers that may
come in handy.
Emergency 060
24 Hour Doctor 872-0103
Dentist 872-0808
Hyperbaric Chamber 872-0103
Police 872-0092
Red Cross 872-1058
Taxi Cab 872-0236
Taxi Cab 872-0041
U.S. Consulate 872-4574
U.S Consulate 872-6152
U.S. Consulate 044-987-121-0323
Services
Cozumel Red Cross Services
Cruz Roja's most active job is to serve as the island’s
designated first responder to accidents and other emergencies. In
addition we offer the following low-cost medical services:
General Medicine
Pediatric
Dentistry
Nutrition
Injections
Nebulizer Treatments
Blood
Pressure Measurement
Clinical Laboratory
24 HRS Emergency Service -
Dial 065
Chiropractor
Cozumel Health offers a variety of Massage and Treatments to help you
enjoy your vacation. Chiropractic care is available Monday through
Saturday. Cozumel Health Chiropractic
Plaza Barracuda # 5 on Melgar
(Across from Mega) Entre 7 y 11 Sur
872-1122
Dentist
C.D. Nora Hernández Lavie'
MEDIDENTAL
Odontología Integral
11 Sur por 65 Ave.
Tel/Fax 872-0808
Cell (987) 103-2770
E-mail: noral2004@yahoo.com
Gardener
Everyone's favorite for all your gardening needs! He is reliable and
very reasonable. Orlando 987-105-3000.
Handyman
Electrical Air conditioning and pluming Domingo Vega Chulum 987- 871-
0530
Official Translator
Monica Sauza Garrido
75 Ave. Sur #613
between Hidalgo and 7th
Telephone: 987-872-5394
Therapist
Jose Rosado Cuevas 987-871-2065
specializing in: treatment following Stroke and Fractures, Arthritis,
Early Childhood Stimulation, and Early Intervention.
Email: mosag@prodigy.net.mx
English Language Church Services
Eben-Ezer Presbyterian Church
30th Ave. at 10th Street North
Services in English every Sunday at 9 a.m.
Jesus es Rey
Bible Church
Under construction
Corner of Ave. 95 y Calle 39.
Services in English will be at 10a.m.
Jewish Services
Friday Evenings & Saturday Mornings
Chabad of Cozumel
Calle 12 No. Entre R. Melgar & 5th Ave.
chabadcozumel@gmail.com
Rabbi David Caplin
044-987-111-9715
Businesses
AXA Health Insurance
Contact Irma Cantarell at 987-872-6647 or office on 11th with 30th, next
to the Ford co. Insurance for as little as $50.00 U.S.D. per month.
Bancomer English Division
Contact Mauricio Sanchez at
mauricio.sanchez@bbva.bancomer.com or
call toll-free 01800-2282-728. Website:
www.bancomer.com/pcu.
The CARIBBEAN BOL
Go bowling at Cozumel's only bowling alley. This cool place provides an
alternative to the Island's water sports and is also great in-door fun
on rainy days as board games, video games, and billiards are offered
upstairs for those who don't bowl. For more information contact Stacey
at 878-4321 or at
staceydianne@yahoo.com
La Casa de Marlín Fishing Charters
Deep Sea fishing
31' Bertram
Sport Fisherman
40' Viking Convertible 10% discount if you mention this column in Tiempo
de Cozumel!
Call for reservations today at
987-872-4573 or email
fishingbandidacozumel@prodigy.net.mx
Costa Brava Restaurant
Enjoy an excellent meal at my favorite family restaurant and get 15%
off!
Offer good for everything but the breakfast specials that are already at
bargain prices.
CUSTOM JACUZZIS
Ing. Manuel Sandoval Garcia,
Ph. (987) 872-4235 or
Cell (987) 800-5766.
MARY KAY SKINCARE PRODUCTS
Priced in pesos and delivered to your doorstep Call Sue
at 987-107-9997 or e-mail suecampbell4448@yahoo.com
Home & Beauty Products
Oriflame and Bettreware
Guadalupe Flores M.
987-103-0783
15 Ave. No. entre 6 y 8
#380 Colonia Centro
Salsa Lessons at Playa Azul
Club Playa Azul provides Salsa lessons every Sunday afternoon from noon
to two. Lessons are for beginners and advanced dancers. There is live
music immediately after the lessons so everyone can practice what they
have learned.
Classes are ten dollars per session. Playa Azul provides a 10% discount
on food and beverages. Dress is “come as you are.” It is a beautiful
atmosphere and lots of fun!
Sara Nails
Spa Facials – Depilation-Pedicure
Manicure - Acrylic Nails
Calle 3 North Entre 5a Ave. & R. Melgar Call for
appointments: (987)869-8286 (987) 876-1409
CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS IN ENGLISH
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a Twelve Step
Fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is recovery from
codependence and the development and maintenance of healthy
relationships.
The CoDA meeting in the area meets: Saturdays, at 11:00 a.m. In the
English AA ROOM, Ave 10 Sur, corner of Calle 5 Sur, up the spiral iron
staircase, first apartment.
For further information contact: DeLea at 869-0369
CoDA is a non-profit organization supported by the voluntary
contributions of attending members.
The Federal Consumer Interest Bureau (PROFECO)
is
responsible for enforcing the Consumer Protection Federal Law. Their
office is located on the second floor of the Municipal Market at Calle
A. Rosado Salas between 25th and 20th Avenues.
You may also file a complaint by e-mail to
extranjeros@profeco.gob.mex
and at any Mexican embassy or consulate in the world.
For more information on Cozumel, you can visit the Department of Tourism
located on the corner of 20th and Xel-Ha Avenues, Colonia Gonzalo
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