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The mayor of Paris, socialist Anne Hidalgo, during meetings of the Place publique movement, in La Réole (Gironde), October 5, 2024. THIBAUD MORITZ / AFP
Like an air of assessment of the term of office. The Paris Council, which begins Tuesday, November 19, promises to be the final great political moment of Anne Hidalgo’s second – and possibly last – mandate. A little less than a year and a half before the municipal elections for which the socialist deputy of Paris Emmanuel Grégoire, former first deputy of Anne Hidalgo, has just declared himself a candidate, it is an opportunity for the Parisian executive to mark the main axes of its policy carried out for ten years by giving them global coherence orchestrated around four strategic plans. Synthesize the general political narrative before the electoral race for 2026 begins, facing an opposition ready on the starting line, determined not to make any concessions.
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The color given by the majority to the projects submitted to the vote this week has never been so green. The climate plan, the local bioclimatic urban planning plan, the environmental health plan and the resilience plan are all interconnected and focused around the same issue: succeeding in making Paris a city that remains habitable in a climate crisis which has already started.
In the climate plan, planned for the period 2024-2030, this translates into a set of five hundred medium and long-term measures, which outline the capital’s fight against climate change. Reduction of the carbon footprint and energy consumption, development of renewables, revegetation, refreshing of public spaces, thermal renovation of buildings, priority for cycling over cars, preservation and valorization of water resources… The subjects are as diverse as numerous, too many, even, for the Les Républicains group, which sees it as a “Prévert inventory” et “lots of empty promises”, when Changer Paris (the group of Rachida Dati, the mayor of the 7th arrondissement) denounces a “catch-all document aligning promises without guarantees of achievement”.
“Directist vision”
Create 300 hectares of green spaces? Impossible, believes the vice-president of the Changer Paris group, David Alphand, who calculated that this was equivalent to “420 football fields” and does not see how to achieve this unless it includes Parisian cemeteries. It is also in this plan that we find the establishment of the limited traffic zone in the center of Paris, the lowering of the speed on the ring road to 50 km/h or the increase in the parking rate. for heavy vehicles, all measures vigorously denounced by the opposition.
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What key achievements from your tenure as Mayor of Paris do you believe will have the most lasting impact on the city?
**Interview with Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris**
*Date: November 19, 2024*
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, Mayor Hidalgo. As you prepare for what could be your final session in the Paris Council, what are the key themes you wish to highlight from your ten years in office?
**Anne Hidalgo:** Thank you for having me. Over the past decade, we have worked tirelessly to transform Paris into a more sustainable and livable city. This upcoming session allows us to clarify our achievements and the strategic plans we are rolling out—particularly our climate plan, which is a cornerstone of our administration and aims to ensure Paris remains a habitable city even in the face of climate change.
**Editor:** You mentioned the interconnected plans you’ve developed. Can you elaborate on how these plans work together to achieve your vision?
**Anne Hidalgo:** Certainly. We have four major plans: the climate plan, the bioclimatic urban planning plan, the environmental health plan, and the resilience plan. They are designed to be cohesive rather than standalone. By integrating these strategies, we’re not just addressing climate change; we’re also ensuring that our public health, urban design, and environmental policies work in harmony to protect Parisians and the environment.
**Editor:** Looking forward to the 2026 municipal elections, how does your administration’s legacy shape the political landscape for your potential successor, Emmanuel Grégoire?
**Anne Hidalgo:** Emmanuel has been a crucial part of our team and understands the direction we’ve headed in. The legacy we’ve created emphasizes sustainability and inclusivity. I believe that any candidate who comes after me will be judged not just on their promises, but on their commitment to continue these essential policies and adapt to the evolving needs of our city.
**Editor:** The opposition appears increasingly organized. How confident are you in the success of your party heading into the next elections?
**Anne Hidalgo:** While political opposition is a natural part of democracy, I believe our focus on concrete achievements will resonate with voters. We have made significant strides in making Paris a greener city and addressing pressing urban challenges. This session is not just about legacy; it’s about energizing our vision for the future and showing that progress is possible when we work together.
**Editor:** does this session hold any particular significance for you personally as you reflect on your time as mayor?
**Anne Hidalgo:** Absolutely. It is an opportunity to take stock of what we’ve accomplished and to express my gratitude to the many individuals in Paris who have supported our initiatives. Every challenge we faced has ultimately propelled us forward, and while I look forward to what comes next, I am proud of the groundwork we’ve laid for the future of our city.
**Editor:** Thank you, Mayor Hidalgo. Best of luck as you conclude this chapter of your political journey.
**Anne Hidalgo:** Thank you very much. It has been a rewarding experience.