At Tarbes, the CGT union is raising concerns with the new Municipal Council about staffing levels, bonuses, precarious employment, and working conditions for city employees. These issues have remained unresolved for six months into the current administration. The CGT, representing workers at the city hall, is challenging a proposed reduction in the number of municipal staff from about 1,000 to 900. This plan would rely in part on not replacing certain employees who leave. The union argues that staffing should be based on the needs of the city's services and the residents it serves. The topic was discussed with Mayor Pascal Claverie during a meeting on September 29, which the union had requested after about four months of waiting. This meeting allowed the CGT to present a preliminary evaluation of the first six months of the new administration. The union estimates that about 30% of municipal employees are in precarious employment, particularly those working in animation. It is calling for these workers to be transitioned to permanent positions, though the union notes that such positions do not offer the same protections as those of civil servants. In the field of after-school activities, staff representatives are also demanding clear written rules to regulate interactions with children. This comes after several incidents were reported in the animation sector. They want specific guidelines that require two employees to be present in certain situations. The intense heat of the summer has also brought attention to working conditions in schools and daycares. The CGT is urging the city to better prepare for such events and to consider high temperatures when planning work in these settings. Bonuses, health insurance, and hardship allowances are also part of the issues submitted to the Municipal Council. The CGT is demanding an increase in bonuses, noting that current levels in Tarbes are among the lowest in the region. No specific proposals have yet been shared with the union. The city's contribution to health insurance is also under discussion, with the CGT requesting at least 16 euros. Some employees are reportedly skipping complementary coverage due to its cost. The union is also seeking better recognition of the challenges faced by employees who interact with the public, especially in reception, civil registration, the CCAS, and cultural facilities. Although an agreement has been reached to provide specialized psychological support for municipal police officers, the CGT now wants a workplace psychologist available to all municipal employees.