Strategic Financial Planning for Enduring Growth

The Bonneuil-Matours Municipal Council recently approved its 2025 budget, outlining a thorough financial strategy focused on infrastructure improvements, educational enhancements, and robust community support. Despite facing challenges in predicting revenue streams, the council has allocated resources to key areas that promise long-term benefits for residents.

The approved budget demonstrates a commitment to both operational efficiency and strategic investment, balancing immediate needs with future growth prospects. This approach is crucial for maintaining the quality of life in Bonneuil-Matours while preparing for upcoming challenges and opportunities.

Key budget Allocations: Investing in Infrastructure and Education

The 2025 budget, totaling €2,252,000 for operational expenses and €2,695,000 for investments, highlights several significant projects.These initiatives aim to improve infrastructure,enhance educational facilities,and promote sustainable practices within the community.

Infrastructure Enhancements

A significant portion of the investment budget is dedicated to infrastructure projects, including:

• Undergrounding Power Lines: A €3,243 study will assess the feasibility of burying power lines on Rue du 11-Novembre, enhancing aesthetics and improving safety.
• Securing School Routes: €36,255 is allocated to improve safety for students traveling to Aquitaine and Petit-Bornais schools, with funding partially sourced from traffic violation fines.
• Improved Lighting: €16,549 will fund enhanced lighting installations before the bridge,increasing visibility and safety for pedestrians and drivers.
• Sweet Mobility Initiatives: €10,037 is earmarked for projects promoting “sweet mobility” on Rue d’Anjou, likely focusing on pedestrian and bicycle-friendly infrastructure.

Educational Investments

recognizing the importance of education, the council has allocated ample funds to improve school facilities:

• Elementary and Nursery School Improvements: A significant investment of €2,033,148 will fund studies and construction of a new game structure in the nursery school and improvements to the elementary school. Funding sources include Activ 2 of the department, Energie Vienne, Ademe, and a loan.

Budget annexes: Supporting Local Progress

In addition to the main budget, specific annexes address the financial needs of key local developments:

• La Courée-Verte Subdivision: This subdivision has a budget of €185,000 for operational expenses and €312,816 for investments, supporting its ongoing development.
• Photovoltaic hangar: With a budget of €35,000 for operation and €25,000 for investment, the photovoltaic hangar project underscores the town’s commitment to renewable energy.

Maintaining Stable Tax Rates

In a move welcomed by residents, the council has decided to maintain existing tax rates for 2025. The rates remain as follows:

• built Land: 36.74%
• Non-Built Land: 37.87%
• Housing tax (Vacant Second Homes): 11.13%

The expected revenue from these taxes is €850,000, providing a stable financial foundation for the municipality.

Community Grants: Fostering Local Organizations

the Bonneuil-Matours Municipal Council recognizes the vital role that local organizations play in enriching community life. To support these groups,nearly €80,000 in grants have been allocated to a diverse range of associations,reflecting the town’s commitment to a vibrant and engaged citizenry.

Examples of grant recipients include:

• Social and Community Services: ADMR (€1,300), CCAS (€10,000), MJC Les petites Rivières (€5,850)
• Educational and Youth Programs: Le P’tit Prince (€14,300 total), Education League (€11,450), Private School (€25,000)
• Arts and Culture: Mosaic Club (€1,500), musical Cord (€2,000), The Keys to the Classic (€1,500)
• Sports and Recreation: Martial Arts (€700), USABM Football (€1,500), Pinail Trotters (€400)
• Other Community Groups: ACCA (€350), Friendly Firefighters (€100), Festival Committee (€100), Twinning Committee (€500), Puys company (€1,000), Shibenturiers (€150), Nature etcetera link (€400), wind from Foye (€300), Road Prevention (€100), Ingrand MFR (€50), Chamber of Trades and Crafts (€200)

Mayor’s Perspective: Navigating Financial Uncertainty

Mayor Franck Bonnard acknowledged the challenges of budget preparation in an environment of unpredictable revenue streams. However, he expressed confidence in the town’s ability to move forward with key investments.

Preparing a budget under these conditions, that is to say without any vision on the revenues, was not easy. Fortunately we have guaranteed recipes that allow us to project ourselves on our investments.
Franck Bonnard, Mayor of Bonneuil-Matours

the mayor’s statement underscores the importance of prudent financial management and strategic planning in ensuring the long-term prosperity of Bonneuil-matours.