Frontenay-Rohan-Rohan Council Addresses Budget and Infrastructure Improvements

During the municipal council meeting on March 7, 2026, chaired by Mayor Olivier Poiraud, budgetary matters took center stage, alongside discussions of infrastructure projects and community initiatives for Frontenay-Rohan-Rohan.

Financial Overview: 2025 and 2026 Budgets

Alain Chauffier, First Deputy, presented the single financial account (CFU) for 2025, highlighting a controlled financial trajectory. The allocation of funds saw €1,111,498 directed towards the investment section and €487,232 towards the operating section.

Tax rates were maintained at the following levels: housing tax at 15.54%, built land at 43.63%, and unbuilt land at 64.39%. Chauffier noted the context of high inflation and rising costs, particularly a 20% increase in personnel and insurance expenses. Frontenay-Rohan-Rohan Municipal Council

The 2026 budget was approved, totaling €3,209,521 for operation and €1,767,328 for investment. Key investment areas include:

• Acquisition of land on Rue de la Croix-Blanche (€68,000)
• Road repairs (€100,000)
• Public lighting renovation (€100,000)
• Roof repairs for municipal buildings and the church (€170,000), with €70,000 allocated to the Logis.
• Development of the Four-Grenier garden (€107,000)
• Installation of street furniture (€10,000)
• Development of a children’s play area (€29,000), developed in collaboration with the youth commission.

Contract Approvals and Inter-Communal Cooperation

The council approved contracts for gymnasium cleaning (€1,693 per month) and green space maintenance (€20,980 per year).

the council agreed to participate in a home-work cycle circuit initiative developed by the mobility department of the territorial civil service management center, in coordination with the cities of Niort and Saint-Symphorien.

Land Acquisition and Cultural Funding

The council authorized the purchase of plot AI 179 on Rue de la Grande-Fontaine for €4,000. This acquisition will facilitate the demolition of dangerous structures, enabling the creation of sidewalks and parking spaces.

The cultural season’s estimated cost is €14,298, with a request for a €2,715 subsidy from the Department, increased due to expanded access for schools.

Local Leadership

Olivier Poiraud has served as the mayor of Frontenay-Rohan-Rohan since May 18, 2020, and is expected to remain in office until 2026. Mon-Maire.fr He was born in August 1962 and is currently 63 years old. Annuaire-Maire.fr