Millau Launches its Citizen Advisory Council with 94 Members
This new participatory democracy body, chaired by Karine Haumaître, aims to involve citizens in municipal decisions.
By Inès Delacroix
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Facade of the town hall of Millau, France, with ornate balconies and iron railings, under the afternoon sun.
The Citizen Advisory Council of Millau was officially launched on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Comprising 94 men and women, this participatory democracy body, chaired by Karine Haumaître, aims to represent citizens and contribute to municipal decisions.
The investiture session of the Citizen Advisory Council took place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Millau. This body, stemming from the wishes of Christophe Saint-Pierre, aims to strengthen participatory democracy by involving citizens in the municipality's reflections and decisions. It is designed to express itself autonomously and independently, offering a continuous and structured working space.
The Council consists of 94 members divided into three colleges: 18 members for the Neighborhood Relays college, 53 members for the Citizens college (divided into two groups), and 23 members for the Associations and socio-economic actors college. The team includes 34 women and 32 men from various professions, aged 16 to 79, with an average age of 51. They will meet regularly in plenary sessions or college meetings.
The main objectives of this Council are to enable citizens to work for the general interest of the city, to raise awareness of civic duty and local democracy, while encouraging respect for the rules.
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"This council will foster a sense of citizenship. The fact that we can make decisions in constant connection with the city's population. This will be embodied through the production of your work. It is not just another level but a body that supports decision-making. You will have the power to initiate discussions on topics. You can bring a different perspective and enrich the reflection on municipal action."
Karine Haumaître has been appointed president of the Citizen Advisory Council by Christophe Saint-Pierre. The latter highlighted his clear choice, emphasizing her knowledge of the community, her experience on the municipal council, her strong commitment to Millau life, as well as her resourcefulness and energy to handle this significant role.
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"I am honored to be here. Presiding over this Council is a chance. Being part of it for you is also a chance. The opportunity to start something together that, I am convinced, can truly matter for Millau. Because what begins here is not, and should not be, just another meeting in a municipal agenda. Not just an added layer in the decision-making process. It is something alive, which we will need to embrace and embody. Something that belongs to all of us."
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Millau (10/10/2026)
