Cozumel News November 4th, 2014: Cozumel Municipal Cemeteries, Cozumel Discounts Announced, the Cozumel Calendar of Events for November 2014 and Aurita’s corner with my review of Day of the Dead in Cozumel.
Cozumel Municipal Cemeteries
The City of Cozumel operates the two cemeteries in town. The one downtown in called the Municipal cemetery, the second one is Mansion de Paz. They are at 85% capacity and lots are going fast in the newer cemetery Mansion de Paz. I purchased a lot a few years ago in an area that was completely vacant. There are only a couple of spaces left in the vicinity. Construction started this week on our family mausoleum. The manager of Mansion the Paz is a member of our church and a neighbor. He does not speak English, but if anyone is interested in purchasing a lot or vault, I will personally assist you.
Cozumel Discounts Announced
On November 1st the City announced this year’s discount program: (Note if you have an INAPAN ard (senior discount) you qualify for a 50% discount on taxes! *To apply see instructions in The Cozumel Sun section on Important Documents: https://www.thecozumelsun.com/living-in-cozumel-guide/important-documents/
Property Taxes 25% Discount if you pay November 18th – December 1st. 20% Discount if you pay December 2nd –December 15th 15% Discount if you pay December 16th – December 31st 10% Discount if you pay January 1st – February 28th Trash Collection Commercial and Home 10% Discount if you pay November 18th – February 28th
Municipal Discounts during Buen Fin Sale
The City will be participating in the Buen Fin Sale to “increase revenue and assist the local economy” buy providing the following discounts during office hours on the 14th, 15th, and 26th:
50% Discount on PAST DUE Predial Taxes, Past due Trash Collection, and Past due services performed by the City. 50% Discount on motorcycle, automobile, and chauffer licenses. 100% Discount on title transfers and “cedula Catastral.”
Aurita’s Corner
I went to visit my mother’s grave last November and noticed that just about every grave around us had a bottle of beer or other alcoholic beverage along with fresh flowers. Upon inquiring, it was explained to me that on the Day of the dead there is a ritual of building an altar to your loved ones that includes some of their favorite things
As it turned out, the second fell on Sunday this year and it was announced in church that services would be held at both cemeteries at ten in the morning and four in the afternoon. I organized to transport my extended families and a friend to attend the service at Mansion de Paz and return to my home for a traditional pozole meal.
It was an experience that I will never forget. There had to be a thousand people in attendance easily. The City had provided a few tents and hundreds of chairs that were quickly filled. There were more people standing than seated and throughout the service, more kept coming. I did not catch the name of the Priest that held the mass, but I am determined to track him down. He looked like George Lopez the Mexican American Comedian and had his wit and humor. In a solemn ceremony held in a cemetery, he managed to get the crowd laughing on a number of occasions.
Not one to be outdone, after the service we set Mama up with her flowers, a candle, a plate with her favorite things (Banana, Apple, Sweet breads) and to one up her neighbors a little bottle of tequila and a shot glass.
It was an absolutely beautiful morning; even the weather cooperated with a nice breeze for the hundreds that did not have the shade of the tents. The only time my emotions got away with me was when we accompanied our family members to place flowers on their 21-year-old son’s grave. (He died in a motorcycle accident only a few weeks ago).
The experience was rewarding in a way that I cannot explain, I want to say that it was healing. The sermon was so uplifting and appropriate and dealt with loving and caring for the living while they are here. However, he dashed my hopes for the resurrection when he announced that we will be coming back in the same body. I am screwed people!
Cozumel Events Calendar 2014
BUEN FIN SALE ! COZUMEL´S BLACK FRIDAY SALE NOVEMBER 14TH – 16TH
COZUMEL PROPERTY TAX & TRASH EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT STARTS NOVEMBER 18TH!
Gran Fondo NY Cozumel November 23rd
Nov/23/2014 – Nov/23/2014
Join us on Nov 23, 2014 for a ride that you will never forget through the breath taking island of Cozumel. The Gran Fondo will take you all the way around the island, as you enjoy the spectacular views of this Mayan paradise. You will ride through 20 miles of coastline roads, which stretch along the tempting turquoise ocean, as you push yourself through the island’s challenging winds. GET READY– this will be a truly challenging and competitive race with some amazing athletes ready to conquer the island as the Mayans did 3000 years ago. Come see why Cozumel has become a top destination for many of the world’s most ambitious athletes.
Ironman Cozumel November 30th
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