The municipality of Calvisson is launching a new initiative dedicated to local democracy: the "Citizen's Quarter Hour". This exchange period, organized before each ordinary municipal council meeting, aims to allow residents to ask questions, share observations, or submit proposals concerning the life of the commune.
This initiative strengthens local democracy by providing residents with the opportunity to make their voices heard and share their concerns directly with elected officials. The municipality thus seeks to facilitate these exchanges and offer a regular, accessible expression space for all.
The "Citizen's Quarter Hour" will take place at 6:45 PM, just before the municipal council sessions begin. To participate, residents must register in advance with the town hall, either in writing or electronically, no later than three working days before the meeting, specifying the subject of their intervention.
To ensure a smooth process, rules are in place: each intervention is limited to 3 minutes, the total duration of the quarter hour is 15 minutes, and topics must concern matters of communal interest. The mayor or a designated elected official may provide a direct response or, if necessary, a written one within 15 days.
This exchange period is structured to foster constructive discussions. Questions of a private or contentious nature, abusive, defamatory, or discriminatory remarks, as well as national political issues unrelated to the commune, will not be addressed. The "Citizen's Quarter Hour" is separate from the municipal council session and does not constitute an agenda item, nor does it lead to debate among elected officials or a vote.
