Note: this is over multiple meetings and not all NBI officials or Designated Public Officials were present at the same time. - Informal communicationNote: this is over multiple meetings and not all NBI officials or Designated Public Officials were present at the same time. - Meeting
Intent: To receive an update from Westmeath County Council on planning progress related to the Living City Initiative including timelines, scope and next steps.
Details: Update from Westmeath County Council on Living City Initiative planning
Intent: To convey the Chamber’s support for Ireland’s EU Presidency and its willingness to assist in the delivery of events with paired EU countries, ensuring Athlone is actively engaged and positioned to benefit from the EU Presidency programme.
Details: Chamber support for EU Presidency paired country events
Intent: To engage key stakeholders by extending an invitation to the Chamber’s Annual Awards, highlighting the event’s role in celebrating business achievement, strengthening partnerships, and showcasing the positive contributions of local enterprises to the Athlone community
Letter featuring localised details of housing need in each local authority area, and invitation to discuss housing needs of older people, based on ALONE's evidence. - Letter
Intent: To discuss key local government matters affecting Athlone, including planning, infrastructure, economic development, and service delivery. We sought to strengthen collaboration between the Chamber and the local authority, ensure business concerns are reflected in policy decisions, and explore opportunities for joint initiatives to support the town’s growth.
Details: Engagement with Executive on Local Government Issues