Compiègne. A study to make rue de l’Etoile pedestrian

THE Mayor of Compiègne wanna pedestrian there Street Streetin city ​​center. A bit like rue des Pâtissiers, which runs along the Town Hall (where work will start, read below). “As part of our downtown dynamization policy, I wanted the city of Compiègne to initiate a requalification study for rue de l’Étoile,” says Philippe Marini. This initiative, in the continuity of recent developments, aims to strengthen the attractiveness of this central axis. By creating a more user -friendly, pedestrian and favorable space for local shops. ”

The mayor evokes the work undertaken for several “to offer a modern and welcoming city center, while respecting his heritage”. He quotes rue Saint-Corneille, La Fontaine Place du Change, the pedestrianization of rue des Pâtissiers, the semi-poetonization of rue de l’Étoile, the forecourt of the Saint-Antoine church and the requalification of the rue de Pierrefonds.

Extended sidewalks and secure arrangements

Made in consultation with residents and traders, these developments “encourage the development of terraces and relaxation spaces, contributing to the warm and lively atmosphere of the center”.

This project for rue de l’Étoile will favor pedestrians, with widened sidewalks and secure and accessible arrangements, describes the mayor. Car traffic will be maintained under the current regime, “a model well accepted by traders and residents”.

Philippe Marini entrusted Marc-Antoine Brekiesz, assistant to the roads, Claudine Gréhan, municipal councilor at trade, and to Françoise Trousselle, delegated advisor to the city center, the mission of consulting this year the merchants and residents of the rue de l ‘Star.

Soon work on rue des Pâtissiers

In addition, the work on rue des Pâtissiers will start on February 17, 2025 for a period of six weeks. “They will aim to perpetuate its pedestrian status with a coating in sandstone cobblestones, bringing a touch of elegance to the heart of our city,” concludes Mayor Philippe Marini.

The opposition reacts

“All that must facilitate the mobility of all is positive,” reacts the opponent Etienne Diot. But this Street de l’Etoile is the symbol of Philippe Marini’s policy in terms of development. No one understands nothing since 2020. Pedestrian on Saturday morning, no pedestrian on Saturday afternoon, open during the day, closed at night … it’s incomprehensible. ”

The opponent considers that there is no consistency. “Only the photo and the inauguration for the election, to the detriment of comfortable mobility and security for the Compiegnois. I hope this development will be thoughtful and concerted. To avoid the usual “to do and undo” compial fiagnos with taxpayer money. ”