After more than eight hours of deliberation, the territorial council meeting of December 19th addressed several diverse issues that revealed the tensions and priorities of the territory. Five matters particularly captured the attention of the elected officials:Arlesienne animal shelter, the future of the Galisbay sports hall, the situation of Child Welfare, persistent road congestion and the blockade of Air Antilles.
Animal shelter: a case “almost closed”… but without funding
When questioned by Philippe Philidor about animal welfare, the Collectivity acknowledged – once again – a strong expectation surrounding the shelter. promised from the beginning of the termDeputy Director General Isabelle Gorizia assured that the matter is now “virtually closed”, although the fundraising efforts have stalled.On a project estimated at €1,5 million, which, in the absence of co-financing, will be 100% funded by the COM, the identified plot of land will nevertheless need to be made serviceable and the operating model, initially envisaged as a form of public service delegation. Seen the urgency of the situation and facing the precarious installations current ones where the Essential criteria are not met.The elected official argued for faster and less expensive solutions, in conjunction with veterinarians and associations. The executive branch stubbornly insists on the choice of a new building, “compliant with health and environmental standards,” by putting together a project… without funding. Therefore, without an estimated delivery date.
Galisbay Sports Hall: A Liberation Constantly Delayed
When questioned by Alain Grosdesormeaux, the executive reiterated that the Galisbay sports hall, occupied by the territorial police to store seized vehicles, could only be vacated with the commissioning of the future car poundEnvironmental and feasibility studies are underway, with delivery scheduled for September 2026. Louis Mussington acknowledged impact of this situation on local sport, notably the disappearance of volleyball, but he emphasized the land and regulatory constraints. “The procedures must be respected,” he insisted, implying that the effective return of the room his sporting vocation could rather be inscribed from 2027 to 2028.
Traffic jams: public discouragement
Alerted by Steven Cocks about the worsening traffic congestion during the tourist season and the possibility of creating a road that connects Quartier d’Orléans to Concordia with the acquisition of the 22 Beauperthuy plots for €38 million voted during the aforementioned CT (details on www.faxinfo.frPresident Louis Mussington estimated that the problem extends far beyond the peak season and affects nearly 70% of the year. He announced the order for three motorcycles for the territorial police To ease traffic congestion at trouble spots, particularly in Grand-Case, and with the upcoming creation of new police positions to address staff shortages, he acknowledged a “discouraged” population and also mentioned medium-term road infrastructure projects, with a budget of €2 million, although the studies have yet to begin.
Child Welfare Services: A service under maximum pressure
Audrey Gil’s question about the right of withdrawal exercised by child welfare workers highlighted the extreme strain on the service, recently detailed by our colleagues at 97150. In 2024, 323 home-based educational support measures were processed and 89 children are currently in care, for a limited capacity of 44 family assistants (including 8 in Guadeloupe). The Collectivity acknowledges difficult working conditions, exacerbated by the increasing complexity of the situations. Recruitment is announced, with approximately ten additional social workers and two additional psychologists, as well as increased material and organizational support. audit on psychosocial risks is planned for January 2026, while the resumption of training courses, which have been interrupted for several years, is scheduled.
Air Antilles: Caution and measured hope
Finally, Philippe Philidor questioned the executive branch on the Air Antilles’ air operator certificate suspendedLouis Mussington reminded everyone that The final decision does not depend on the local authority., while indicating that exchanges with the Civil Aviation Safety Directorate (DSAC) are evolving “positively”. The corrective plan is under review, no precise timetable at this stageDiscussions are underway with potential investors (including a company from the Kuwait), but the priority remains restructuring and a return to financial equilibrium. As a reminder, Air Antilles’ provisional operating license is valid until January 31, 2026. _Vx
Source: Faxinfo https://faxinfo.fr/en/conseil-territorial-cinq-questions-diverses-qui-cristallisent-les-attentes/
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