Difficult to give precise figures. To find out what allocations, the communes of Plateau Picard will be able to ask the State, it will be necessary to wait for the arrival of the new prefect of Oise. He must take office by November 25. In the meantime, during his visit to a community council organized earlier this month, the sub-prefect of the district of Clermont Noura Kihal-Flégeau presented its main orientations. Those which, at least, must be included in the funding request files to attract his attention.
And, bad news for mayors who have to manage major work on their churches, these operations will be secondary. “I prioritize building renovation files as part of the ecological transition,” explained the State representative. So, unless you create an isolated church, you shouldn’t expect too much generosity.
“Ask Mr. Bern”
“The churches in question often no longer have religious services,” Noura Kihal-Flégeau tried to justify. In the event of work, this can rise very quickly. I remember a town that asked me for a million euros for its church. Clearly, this will not be possible given my financial envelope.”
For any solution, Noura Kihal-Flégeau can only refer to the DRAC. Or even “The foundation of Mr. Bern”. Which is the case for Montiers. The municipality obtained a check for 50,0000 euros. That’s already taken. But this remains very insufficient in view of all that still has to be accomplished.
“It’s not our fault”
Examples are multiplying throughout the Picard Plateau. In Lieuvillers, the mayor explained, during the community council, the weaknesses noted on the roof of the church.
Same with Bulles. The stained glass renovation project has stopped halfway due to lack of funds. “It’s not our fault,” laments a mayor. “We have an obligation to maintain these buildings. We ask everyone, but no one can give us a solution.”
