Mézery-près-Donneloye facts for kids
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Mézery-près-Donneloye
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 Mézery-près-Donneloye
Location in Switzerland
Mézery-près-Donneloye
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Yverdon | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.85 km2 (0.71 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 625 m (2,051 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 75 | |
| • Density | 40.5/km2 (105.0/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1407
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| Surrounded by | Donneloye, Molondin, Prahins | |
Mézery-près-Donneloye was once a small municipality in Switzerland. It was located in the Yverdon district within the canton of Vaud. A canton is like a state or province in other countries. On January 1, 2008, Mézery-près-Donneloye joined with two other municipalities, Donneloye and Gossens. They all became part of the larger municipality of Donneloye.
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Understanding Swiss Municipalities
In Switzerland, a municipality is the smallest unit of government. It's like a local town or city area. Each municipality has its own local rules and services. They manage things like schools, roads, and local taxes.
What is a Canton?
Switzerland is made up of 26 cantons. These are like the states in the United States or provinces in Canada. Each canton has its own government and laws. However, they all follow the main laws of the Swiss federal government.
What is a District?
Districts are administrative areas within a canton. They help organize the municipalities. The district of Yverdon was part of the Vaud canton. Mézery-près-Donneloye was located within this district.
Why Municipalities Merge
Sometimes, small municipalities decide to merge with their neighbors. This often happens for several reasons.
Benefits of Merging
Merging can help small communities. It can make local government more efficient. For example, they might share resources like fire departments or schools. This can save money and improve services for everyone.
Mézery-près-Donneloye's Merger
Mézery-près-Donneloye was a very small municipality. In 2003, it had only 75 people living there. Merging with Donneloye and Gossens helped create a stronger, larger community. This allows for better planning and services for all residents.
