Porrentruy to restrict access to municipal pool for non-residents (cross-border guide)

Context

TL;DR

• Porrentruy restricts pool access for non-residents
• 50+ incidents of vandalism in 2022
• New rules require valid ID and insurance
• Cross-border workers may face higher costs

Key facts

• Decision: Porrentruy Municipal Council approved legal amendment to restrict pool access
• Reason: Over 50 incidents of vandalism and degradation in 2022
• Damages: Estimated damages exceeded 10,000 Swiss francs in 2022
• Votes: 31 votes in favor, 10 against the legal amendment
• Annual Visitors: Over 50,000 visitors annually to the Porrentruy municipal pool
• Peak Attendance: Over 3,000 daily attendees during summer months
• Police Interventions: 20% increase in local police interventions over the past two years
• Requirements: Non-residents must show valid health insurance and identity document

The Porrentruy Municipal Council in the canton of Jura has recently approved a legal amendment allowing the Municipal Council to impose restrictions on access to the municipal outdoor pool. This decision was made following controversy sparked last year by a ban on access imposed on French residents. The measure was adopted to ensure public safety and tranquility after numerous acts of incivility were committed by French citizens at the municipal pool. It is estimated that over 50 incidents of vandalism and degradation were reported in 2022, with estimated damages exceeding 10,000 Swiss francs. The approved legal amendment, with 31 votes against 10, now allows the Municipal Council to 'take measures to organize access to the municipal pool' to 'ensure public safety, tranquility, and health.' This decision is part of a broader context of managing municipal pools in Switzerland, where access to sports facilities is often a topic of debate.

Operational details

Porrentruy to restrict access to municipal pool for non-residents. The Porrentruy municipal pool is a highly frequented location, especially during the summer months. The decision to impose access restrictions was made to avoid safety issues and ensure a healthy environment for all users. The approved legal amendment allows the Municipal Council to adopt more severe measures to control access to the pool and prevent acts of incivility. According to official data, the Porrentruy municipal pool welcomes over 50,000 visitors annually, with a peak of over 3,000 daily attendees during the summer months. However, this influx of visitors has led to safety and public order issues, with a 20% increase in local police interventions over the past two years. The approved legal amendment introduces new regulations allowing the Municipal Council to ban access to the municipal pool for non-residents who cannot demonstrate valid health insurance and a valid identity document. The regulations also apply to residents outside the municipality who do not have a valid residence certificate.

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