This motion has not been discussed in the Assembly and commits only those who have signed it.
The Parliamentary Assembly observes that the administrative
organisation of certain European cities is no longer appropriate
to the real situation.
A change in administrative structures with the aim of developing
the economic, social and cultural sectors and also improving infrastructure
in the fields of transport, telecommunications and energy, tourism
promotion and development etc, seems particularly necessary in large
metropolises.
The inhabitants of large cities and neighbouring municipalities
are confronted on a daily basis with problems related to road traffic,
sanitation services and the lack of coherent urban development programmes.
It would be desirable for the Assembly to reflect upon the
modernisation of administrative entities in order to enhance the
development of local democracy and the establishment of good governance
and ensure full citizen participation in local life. The fruits
of this reflection will provide a contribution to the works of the
16th Session of the European Conference
of Ministers responsible for Spatial/Regional Planning (CEMAT) to
be held in Paris in 2012.
