A little less than two years ago, the signs for the places called Passavant-sur-Layon, a village of 124 inhabitants in Maine et Loire, were suddenly torn down.
War was immediately declared.
This sweeping sweep of names firmly anchored in the history of the commune caused an unprecedented storm in these quiet vineyard lands.
Petitions and demonstrations followed one another, leading to the resignation of the mayor.
After several mandates of good and loyal service, he was forced to put back his tricolor scarf, his administration not having forgiven him for this decision.
“This
story of names of places being withdrawn
has caused an incredible crisis in the village, which is still felt today
,” regrets Olivier Lecomte, the new councilor, recently elected since last June.
The earthquake that struck Passavant-sur-Layon has shaken many communities in recent months.
It is linked to the so-called “3DS” law of 2022, which obliges all municipalities, small and…
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