Limerick Mayoral Advisory Committee meet to discuss objectives for the future
Housing, employment and health initiatives among prioritised items discussed at latest meeting
OBJECTIVES for the future of Limerick as per the Mayoral Programme 2024 - 2029 have been discussed once again at Limerick City and County Council headquarters, Merchant's Quay.
The Limerick Mayoral Advisory and Implementation Committee convened this Tuesday, January 14, for its fourth meeting which is understood to have "marked a significant milestone" in the ongoing efforts to implement programme objectives.
The committee, which meets quarterly, is dedicated to reviewing progress and ensuring the effective delivery of the programme's goals. To address specific areas of work, the committee will establish subcommittees as needed.
Mayor Moran is seeking the formation of at least three implementation subcommittees.
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These subcommittees will focus on the rigorous monitoring and delivery of the Mayoral Programme across three key strands, including: Enhancing affordable housing and improving the quality of life, creating more job opportunities for graduates and others and prioritising wellbeing and health initiatives.
Mayor Moran is enthusiastic about the committee's potential impact, saying: "This marks a significant step forward in our efforts to drive sustainable and inclusive growth right across Limerick.
"I am grateful to each of the members for accepting my invite to shape the future of Limerick. This innovative statutory committee allows strategic discussion involving the Executive, elected councillors and representatives of civil society.
"By harnessing the expertise and dedication of our committee members, I aim to create a more liveable, prosperous, and healthy Limerick with transparent and effective delivery at its core."
Members of the Mayoral Implementation and Advisory Committee are as follows: John Moran - Mayor of Limerick and Committee Chair, Dr. Pat Daly - Director General, Limerick City and County Council, Cllr Dan McSweeney - Priomh Comhairleoir, Limerick City and County Council, Cllr Tommy Hartigan - Councillor, Nicole Dunphy - Entrepreneur, Pádraig Casey - CEO, Ballyhoura Development, Jennifer Moroney-Ward - CEO, Paul Partnership, Noel Gavin - President of Limerick Chamber & Senior Vice President, Northern Trust - Ireland, Shay Riordan - CEO, West Limerick Resources.
Other members included: Dr. Declan Jordan - Vice-Dean & Senior Lecturer in Economics, Cork University Business School, UCC, Arpitha Prasanna - AgilityHealth Facilitator, Strategic Management Expert, Fluke Corporation, Elaine Houlihan - National President of Macra Na Feirme, John Fulham - Advocacy & Public Engagement Manager, Irish Wheelchair Association and Pat Keating - Chief Executive Officer, Shannon Foynes Port Company.