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Conflict in the municipal council of Saint-Cyprien: the deputy responsible for tourism removes from her duties files a lawsuit against the mayor #
The municipality of Saint-Cyprien, located in the Pyrénées-Orientales, is the theater of an intense conflict within its municipal council. This disagreement, which highlights internal tensions, concerns the deputy responsible for tourism, Marie-Claude Padros-Ducassy, who was recently removed from her duties. In light of this decision, she has decided to file a lawsuit against the mayor, Pierre Fontvieille, prompting strong reactions and questioning in the municipality.
The origins of the conflict
The climate within the municipal council of Saint-Cyprien has considerably strained following allegations of irregularities and corruption. Indeed, the removal of the deputy responsible for tourism, Marie-Claude Padros-Ducassy, results from a series of controversial decisions, some of which have been criticized by local associations fighting against corruption. This situation culminated during the municipal council meeting on July 4, 2018, where multiple accusations were exchanged, leading to the mayor’s decisive decision to withdraw the deputy’s delegations.
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The consequences of the removal
Following the loss of her duties, Marie-Claude Padros-Ducassy expressed her dissatisfaction and her desire to contest this decision. She considers her removal an infringement of her rights and reputation, arguing that she has always acted in the community’s interest. The situation has led to a standoff between the deputy and the mayor, with each party accusing the other of acting maliciously and sowing discord within the municipal administration.
Legal action: a legal response
In response to the mayor’s decision, Marie-Claude Padros-Ducassy has decided to take the matter to court. She filed a complaint and is seeking damages for the harm suffered. The deputy believes that this legal action is not only necessary for her own defense but also to restore public trust in the administration of Saint-Cyprien.
Reactions within the municipality
This conflict does not leave the population indifferent. The residents of Saint-Cyprien express divided opinions on the matter that has garnered significant attention. On one side, some support the deputy, believing that she has always been an important voice for the tourism sector in the region. On the other side, other residents support the mayor, considering it a necessary measure to restore ethics in the municipal council.
An uncertain future for the municipal council
The outcome of this conflict could have significant repercussions on the future of the municipal council of Saint-Cyprien. With a palpable division and rising tensions, the balance within the local administration is at stake. The upcoming sessions of the municipal council already promise to be high-stakes, as all stakeholders await clarifications on the current situation and on the mayor’s future decisions.
