Enniscorthy plans going forward

By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District meeting

Chief Executive of Wexford County Council, Tom Enright addressed today’s (Monday) monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District held at the Presentation Centre where he briefed members on several projects planned for the town and district.

Mr Enright said the Council has been working in partnership with the GAA for the development of sporting and community facilities at Bellefield that will incorporate a playground, car parking and a market garden and he acknowledged a significant financial investment of €500,000 from local businessman Sam McCauley towards this proposed development.

There was information on a new amenity area and a site for a new Community Playground for 0–12-year-olds at Springvalley, on the Shannon side of the town and €25,000 is available for the Turret Rocks development, The Fairgreen playground is also to receive attention. Facilities at the athletics track and other sporting facilities are in the mix.

A playground and public park for Bunclody is being explored. Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy asked for the Council to consider the sites at Hospital Hill and the Bunclody Parish Field.

Mr Enright stated the commencement of the planning process for a new playground, car park and public space in Bunclody.

Senior Executive Engineer Rory O’Mahoney gave a progress report of the proposed 600-metre loop at the Urrin Bridge on the country walk, efforts will be made to address the crossing of the river and suggestions to link the riverside country walk with Borodale via the Ringwood and discussions will take place with local landowners.

Director of Services, Carolyne Godkin also participated in the presentation.

In a summary, Mr Enright said “there is a huge amount of work going on in Enniscorthy and Bunclody. Projects that will make a real difference”, however, he added; “These projects will take time, so please be patient.”

Cathaoirleach John O’Rourke thanked the Chief Executive for his attendance at the meeting and his presentation on a range of projects. The members pledged their support for Mr Enright and looked forward to bringing the projects to fruition.

In conclusion, Cllr O’Rourke was critical of “Enniscorthy getting a lot of negativities in recent weeks”, but pointed out that the works are going on in the background and joined with members to support the Chief Executive in bringing forward Enniscorthy, Bunclody and Ferns.