Communauté d'Agglomération Villefranche Beaujolais Saône in the news

The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region president visited Villefranche to review regional investments in business incubation, market renovation, and police security enhancements.

A high-level tennis exhibition tournament featuring top-ranked players is set for December 2026 in Arnas, requiring significant sponsorship and aiming for broad community engagement.

Blédina's Villefranche site will close by 2027, with local authorities supporting affected workers and seeking to sustain economic activity on the site.

Danone will close its Blédina factory in Villefranche by 2027, with local authorities focusing on employee support and future economic use of the site.

The Voie bleue trail will be extended through the Vicat site in Jassans-Riottier by 2026, improving safety and continuity for cyclists and pedestrians.

The Voie Bleue path will be fully connected by 2026 with new works at the Vicat site, improving safety and continuity for cyclists and pedestrians.

Waste sorting in Villefranche Beaujolais Saône improved in 2024 with reduced per capita household waste and increased recycling, but total waste remains high and targets unmet.

Waste sorting in Villefranche Beaujolais Saône improved with reduced per capita household waste and increased bio-waste collection, but total waste remains high and targets are unmet.

Villefranche plans urban studies for the neglected Béligny district, with renewal to follow after the Belleroche project, amid concerns about delays and poor past urban planning.

Villefranche plans urban studies for Béligny district's renewal, but opposition criticizes delays and neglect compared to ongoing Belleroche project.

Villefranche Beaujolais Saône reports excellent water quality and network efficiency but faces rising water prices and concerns over social support for unpaid bills.

CAVBS is funding renovations of religious buildings in Lacenas, Denicé, and Le Perréon, focusing on murals, stained glass, and roofing.

Territoires d’Industrie Beaujolais is engaging hundreds of local students with interactive programs and company visits to promote industrial careers and innovation.

CAVBS is funding half of the nearly 8 million euro renovation of Villefranche's covered market, aiming for a December reopening.

The Communauté d'agglomération is hiring a sanitation project manager to oversee water infrastructure projects, strategic planning, and stormwater management initiatives.

The 21st Nouvelles Voix festival in Beaujolais will showcase emerging contemporary music artists across multiple venues from October 8-19, 2025.

CAVBS is preparing to open a traveler reception area by 2028 on a 3-hectare site amid environmental and ownership challenges.

Villefranche invested in renovating its wastewater treatment plant to reuse treated water for municipal irrigation and cleaning, reducing potable water use and costs.

CAVBS launched the fourth edition of L’Ampli, a music competition supporting young local talents with training, concerts, and recording opportunities.

Villefranche's historic covered market is being fully renovated with nearly 8 million euros budget, supported by the local community authority.