Tributes paid to popular Kildare Co Council official
Josh joined Kildare County Council in 2005
Tributes were paid today on the retirement of a popular Kildare Co Council official.
Councillors attending the Kildare Newbridge Municipal District meeting at Áras Chill Dara in Naas marked the occasion.
Meetings Administrator Josh Hannigan joined Kildare County Council in 2005 and worked in various departments including Environment, Planning, and Corporate Services.
In 2010, Josh worked as Secretary to the late Charlie Talbot of the former Area Committee.
Josh's career progressed to hold the very responsible role as Meetings Administrator to the largest MD - Kildare/Newbridge as well as secretary to the Full Council.
Mayor of Kildare, Cllr Peggy O'Dwyer said: "His support to public representatives cannot be underestimated.
"He was always fair and respectful to everyone's opinion. His love of the Irish occasionally breaking through.
"As Cathaoirleach today, I had the privilege of welcoming his wife Catherine, his sons Oisín and Enda to the chamber.
"We presented Josh with a small token of appreciation and wished him well on his retirement from public office."