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On Monday, October 12, 2026, the President of the Mexico City Congress, Olivia Garza, held her first working meeting with the Head of Government, Clara Brugada, at the Old City Hall. The objective of the meeting was to strengthen the relationship between the Legislative and Executive branches, open direct communication channels, and establish coordination mechanisms to address priority issues in the capital.
Importance of Permanent Institutional Dialogue
During the meeting, both leaders emphasized the importance of maintaining a permanent institutional dialogue, based on respect for the attributions of each power. This approach aims to improve communication and facilitate timely attention to matters requiring the participation of both institutions.
Direct Communication Channels Established
As a result of this initial encounter, they agreed to establish direct communication channels between the Congress and the Government of Mexico City. These channels will allow for the monitoring of institutional proposals and continuous interaction. “The separation of powers is fundamental for our democracy, but so is the ability to dialogue and work in a coordinated manner. We may have different responsibilities and visions, but we share the commitment to deliver results for Mexico City,” Garza stated.
Mechanism for Monitoring Approved Decrees
In another topic discussed, the Head of the Legislative Power proposed establishing a mechanism to monitor decrees approved by Congress and submitted to the capital’s Executive. This mechanism aims to track the promulgation and publication process in the Official Gazette of Mexico City.
Preventing Accumulation of Pending Decrees
Garza highlighted that this proposal seeks to prevent the accumulation of decrees awaiting publication, a situation that occurred in previous legislative periods. At the conclusion of past Directing Boards, backlogs became public, underscoring the need for more timely monitoring of legislative work. “We raised the need to avoid reaching the end of the legislative year and finding decrees that have been pending publication for months. We need a monitoring mechanism that allows us to know their status and address any delays in a timely manner,” she explained.
New Stage in Institutional Relations
Finally, the President of the Congress noted that this first meeting marks the beginning of a new stage in the institutional relationship between both powers. Respect for their respective faculties and the fulfillment of agreements will be fundamental to advancing issues of interest to Mexico City.
Source: https://www.congresocdmx.gob.mx/comsoc-abren-presidenta-congreso-y-jefa-gobierno-nueva-etapa-dialogo-institucional-cdmx-7964-1.html
