Democratic Stewardship for the Public Interest
Les Amis de la Sauvegarde du Patrimoine de Serazereux is governed by a foundational commitment to civic transparency, unremunerated volunteer leadership, and collective community decision-making. Operating as an officially declared Association Loi 1901 (RNA W283003034, SIREN 923755292), our institutional framework ensures that every decision regarding project priorities, financial disbursements, and architectural interventions is debated openly, recorded scrupulously, and reviewed annually by our general assembly.
In strict accordance with French non-profit jurisprudence, all officers, board members, and committee chairs serve on an entirely voluntary, benevolent basis without financial remuneration, direct compensation, or personal perks. We view public utility stewardship as a civic trust. The resources entrusted to our organization by our members, the Municipality of Serazereux, and regional public granting bodies are dedicated exclusively to tangible conservation work, scholarly documentation, and educational programming.
"All membership fees and dues are fully reinvested in the association's public interest missions."
Board of Directors & Executive Bureau
The governance of our association is overseen by an Executive Bureau elected democratically during the Annual General Assembly held at the Mairie of Serazereux. The Bureau is responsible for day-to-day administrative execution, coordinating with municipal services, managing grant applications, and supervising on-site restoration teams.
Jean-Marc Delaunay
Lifelong resident of Eure-et-Loir with four decades of experience in traditional rural masonry and municipal planning. Oversees institutional representation, liaison with the Mairie of Serazereux, and coordination with departmental heritage architects.
Term: 2024–2027 • Benevolent Volunteer Mandate
Claire Fontaine-Lambert
Former municipal archivist and regional historian specializing in Eure-et-Loir parish registries and cadastral records. Manages official correspondence, general assembly minutes, member registers, and legal administrative filings.
Term: 2025–2028 • Benevolent Volunteer Mandate
Michel Renard
Certified public accountant with thirty years in municipal and non-profit auditing. Responsible for maintaining rigorous financial ledgers, tracking public subsidy disbursements, and preparing transparent annual balance sheets.
Term: 2024–2027 • Benevolent Volunteer Mandate
Antoine Mercier
Architectural conservation coordinator and certified companion stone mason. Leads volunteer safety briefings, coordinates materials procurement (natural lime, French oak timber), and manages on-site fieldwork at Saint-Denis Church.
Term: 2025–2028 • Benevolent Volunteer Mandate
Transparent Budget Allocation & Financial Accounts
Financial discipline is fundamental to sustaining community trust. Every fiscal year, our complete budget is presented, examined line by line, and subjected to a recorded vote by all active association members. The table below illustrates the transparent allocation of our operating and investment resources for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.
| Budget Category | Public Purpose & Expenditure Focus | Allocation (%) | Audit Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Masonry & Materials | Natural hydraulic lime, quarry limestone ashlar, scaffolding rental, mortar sand for Saint-Denis Church | 46.5% | Certified by External Auditor |
| Scientific Studies & Diagnostics | Photogrammetric laser scans, masonry humidity logging, mortar chemical analyses | 18.0% | Verified against Invoices |
| Rural Calvaries & Markers | Stone cleaning, biocide treatments, foundation stabilization across Serazereux lanes | 15.5% | Certified by External Auditor |
| Educational Outreach & Archives | Digitization equipment, free public lecture materials, school workshop tools, heritage guides | 12.0% | Verified against Invoices |
| Insurance & Regulatory Filings | Comprehensive volunteer liability insurance, prefectural postal fees, official public notices | 8.0% | Certified by External Auditor |
Internal Controls & Independent Auditing Procedures
To guarantee absolute compliance with public accounting standards and non-profit regulations, our association enforces a multi-tier auditing procedure:
- Dual-Signature Authority: All bank disbursements, purchase orders, and subsidy claims require dual authorization from the Treasurer and the President. No single officer possesses unilateral withdrawal privileges.
- Independent Internal Supervisory Committee: Two association members who do not hold seats on the Executive Bureau are elected annually as Independent Verifiers of Accounts (Commissaires aux Comptes Bénévoles). They inspect all receipts, check bank reconciliations, and verify that all expenditures strictly match authorized public interest purposes.
- Prefectural and Municipal Reporting: Annual activity reports and detailed financial statements are filed with the Mairie of Serazereux and the Prefecture of Eure-et-Loir in compliance with public grant accountability covenants.
Statutory Compliance & Non-Profit Ethics Charter
Every member of the Board of Directors and active committee leadership pledges adherence to the Association's Non-Profit Ethics Charter upon accepting their mandate. This charter codifies the absolute separation between private interests and institutional resources. Board members are strictly prohibited from entering into commercial supply contracts with the association, receiving direct or indirect commissions from contractors, or utilizing association tools and equipment for personal properties.
Furthermore, the charter mandates full disclosure of any potential conflicts of interest prior to any deliberative vote. If a proposed conservation action touches upon property adjacent to a board member's residence or involves a contractor with family ties, the concerned member must recuse themselves from all discussions and voting procedures. This uncompromising ethical posture ensures that public grants and community subscriptions are safeguarded against impropriety, reinforcing our reputation as a trusted steward of public heritage.
In addition to financial rigor, our governance framework places tremendous value on inclusivity and open communication. All formal minutes of board meetings, quarterly progress updates, and financial logs are archived at the Mairie of Serazereux and remain accessible for inspection by any active member or municipal official during administrative office hours. By demystifying the decision-making process, we empower community members to actively participate in the stewardship of their village treasures.
General Assembly Calendar & Democratic Participation
All residents of Serazereux, members, and civic supporters are cordially invited to attend our Annual General Assembly held in the main conference room of the Mairie. The assembly reviews the previous year's restoration milestones, votes on the upcoming capital conservation program, and holds elections for expiring board positions.
We publish the agenda and supporting documentation fifteen days prior to each meeting on the official municipal notice board at 4 Rue Saint Denis, as well as on this website. Our commitment to civic dialogue means every voice is heard, and every member has the right to present questions and proposals for the preservation of our collective heritage.