A “REALLY ROBUST PLAN” for Kilkee Waterworld has been praised by elected representatives as refurbishment works continue at the amenity.
Renovations prompted the closure of Kilkee Waterworld last September. It was due to reopen this year but when significant issues relating to its mechanical and electrical systems were uncovered, delays were encountered as the building was unable to be certified in its current condition.
An estimated €1m will be spent on the leisure facility by the time it reopens with spring of next year now seen as the most likely time for it to come back into use.
At a recent meeting of Clare County Council, a report on the refurbishment was proposed and adopted by elected members.
How the surrounding area has benefitted from a €6m upgrade of Lahinch Leisure Centre is the goal for Kilkee, Cllr Ian Lynch (IND) stated. “There was a change to the management in Kilkee last year and they have taken a dynamic approach, it is such a facility to have in West Clare. I support the really robust plan on what they are going to do”. The Board is now Chaired by Cllr Cillian Murphy (FF).
Seconding the adoption of the report, Cllr Shane Talty (FF) echoed the comments of his colleague in hoping for a positive future for Kilkee Waterworld. “I commend the board for bringing the project to this level,” Cllr Joe Garrihy (FG).
Chair of the Social Development Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) of Clare County Council, Cllr Gerry Flynn (IND) stated, “I acknowledge the great support for the three bodies operating outside of the Council umbrella, we see it in Lahinch, Shannon and now Kilkee. This support must continue, we need to pencil in more permanent of an arrangement to support these three outside centres”.
