Welcomed by Mr. Gilles BEGOUT, Mayor of Isle, the Prefect began his visit at the Saint-Exupéry elementary school, discovering the cafeteria and the green courtyard, redeveloped in the summer of 2025. The visit continued to the Parc des Bayles, where the project for a covered multi-purpose space for educational, sports, and community use was presented, including a bowling alley.
At the Espace Bayles Isle, the Prefect then explored the exhibition "6,000 years of human presence in Isle," dedicated to the commune's history. The delegation then proceeded to the biomass heating plant, operational since the winter of 2024. These stages highlighted achievements and projects aimed at improving the living environment, developing public services, and promoting the commune's energy transition.
The visit concluded with the inauguration of the roof renovation works at the Marcel Lalu gymnasium. Built in 1980, this major communal facility, used by nearly 600 people daily (students, local college pupils, sports associations), hosts regional and departmental competitions. The original roof, degraded and uninsulated, caused recurring leaks and heat loss, also posing safety risks.
The renovation works, carried out during the summer of 2026, involved the complete overhaul of the roof system, including insulation, waterproofing, and replacement of flashing. This intervention now ensures a renovated, better-insulated, and more efficient roof, enhancing user comfort and safety.
The total cost of the operation amounts to €162,568.29 excluding tax. Funding was jointly provided by the Municipality of Isle (49.40%), the State (€40,642.07, or 25%), the Department of Haute-Vienne (€23,220, or 14.28%), and OWEN énergie (€18,396, or 11.32%). This partnership enabled the commune to complete this essential project for preserving a popular facility and improving its energy performance.
