Limerick City and County Council is delighted to announce the allocation of over €1.4 million for the refurbishment and renovation of 19 community centres throughout the county.
The funding is part of a nationwide initiative announced by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Dara Calleary, allocating over €26 million for the improvement and refurbishment of 369 community centres across Ireland.
This funding will significantly improve the facilities and support the ongoing development of vibrant, inclusive communities.
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran commented:
"This is really an investment in our local communities and it recognises the importance of community centres in bringing communities together. This funding will ensure improvement works so that these centres remain welcoming and functional spaces for all residents."
Príomh Comhairleoir of Limerick City and County Council, Cllr Dan McSweeney, highlighted the broader impact of the funding:
"Community centres are the heart of our towns and villages. This funding will not only enhance the physical infrastructure but also strengthen the social fabric of our communities by providing improved spaces for activities, events, and services."
Director General of Limerick City and County Council, Dr. Pat Daly added:
"This is a significant investment by the government, supporting local communities and enhancing the quality of life for all citizens. The allocation of these funds will allow communities to upgrade facilities, making them more accessible and better equipped to serve the diverse needs of local residents."
The Limerick Community Centres receiving grant funding are:
|
Organisation |
Facility |
Description of the project to be funded |
Grant Amount |
|
ACM (Ahane, Castleconnell and Montpelier) Community Development Society Limited |
Shannon House Community Centre |
Refurbishments to include upgrades to walls, kitchen and solar panel installation |
€73,957 |
|
Anglesboro Community Centre CLG |
Anglesboro Community Centre |
To fund energy upgrades and renovations to the kitchen and bathroom |
€100,000 |
|
Askeaton-Ballysteen Community Council |
Askeaton Community Hall |
To fund essential roof maintenance |
€100,000 |
|
Ballybrown Clarina Community |
Ballybrown Clarina Community Centre |
To fund refurbishment of community centre |
€26,952 |
|
Ballylanders GAA |
Ballylanders GAA Club |
To fund the installation of a lift and upstairs toilet facilities |
€100,000 |
|
Broadford Community Development CLG |
Broadford Community Centre |
To fund stage improvements, new lighting, and fixtures and fittings |
€13,606 |
|
Cappamore Development Association |
Cappamore Community Centre |
To fund the upgrade of all exterior windows, install a mobility lift, replace the inefficient lights, paint the interior of the centre and upgrade all timber exterior doors |
€88,428 |
|
Con Colbert Community Hall CLG |
Con Colbert Community Hall |
To fund the repair of roof and improve the heating system |
€39,549 |
|
Croom Family Resource Centre CLG |
Croom Family Resource Community Centre |
To fund to modernisation of the communal kitchen into a high-quality commercial-grade kitchen |
€100,000 |
|
Foynes & District Community Council |
Foynes & District Community Centre |
To fund the installation of PV panels |
€94,000 |
|
Glenroe Ballyorgan Community Council |
Glenroe Community Hall |
To fund essential maintenance of the walls and floors and to replace windows and doors |
€100,000 |
|
Hospital Community Council CLG |
Hospital Community Centre |
To fund the removal and replacement of the asbestos roof |
€100,000 |
|
M.OB.CC (Montpelier- O'Brien's) CLG |
Montpelier-O'Brien's Bridge Community Hall |
To fund the redevelopment of the old school area in the centre |
€99,400 |
|
Northside Family Resource Centre CLG |
Northside Family Resource Community Centre |
To fund a kitchen upgrade and to install more solar panels |
€61,569 |
|
St. Munchin's Community Centre CLG |
St. Munchin's Community Centre |
To fund the upgrading of windows and installing solar panels |
€100,000 |
|
Kilcornan Community Council |
Kilcornan Community Centre |
To fund electrical upgrades and activity to improve the energy efficiency |
€100,000 |
|
Patrickswell Community Council CLG |
Patrickswell Community Centre |
To fund the purchase of essential equipment, the supply & fitting of a heat pump, remedial works to the kitchen, purchase of fire safety equipment & new tables |
€25,110 |
|
Caherconlish/Caherline Community Council CLG |
Caherconlish Community Centre |
To fund the replacement of a front door and install emergency exit doors |
€38,144 |
|
The Desmond Ability Resource Complex CLG |
Desmond Complex |
To fund the installation of solar panels |
€52,812 |