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Buncrana to get new
development officer
14.01.08
BUNCRANA Town Council's
decision to appoint a development officer to promote
tourism and community relations has been welcomed by
Cllr. Daren Lalor.
Speaking after last week's budget meeting, the Sinn
Féin councillor said he was "delighted" the Council
had finally realised the importance of providing
funding for a such an officer.
"Under Programme 4 of this year's budget, we have
secured the necessary funding to create a new
position within the Council, that of a
development/community liaison officer," said Cllr.
Lalor. |
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"Having seen the
potential for such an officer in Letterkenny, I
tabled a motion back in October 2006 calling on
Buncrana Town Council to explore the possibility of
providing funding for the post. I envisage that the
role of this new officer will be challenging and
diverse.
"It will cover roles such as researching and
submitting funding applications, promoting tourist
developments, liaising closely with Buncrana Chamber
of Commerce, tenant associations and voluntary
groups throughout our town." |
Cllr. Lalor said the
creation of such a role was an "exciting"
development for the seaside town.
"The reality is, that by creating this new role,
various opportunities will now be created such as
the chance to secure potential funding that we have
lost out on over the years and desperately require
if we want to see our town move forward," he said.
"This, in turn, will then enhance our chances of
attracting investment and new business. It also
creates the opportunity for existing and future
tenant associations and community groups to reach
their full potential. So while it is early days,
this new position can have the potential to help so
many within the town," added Cllr. Lalor. |
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