26/01/2012
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Mayor Visits Lucan Group involved in Social Credits Scheme
South Dublin County Council’s Mayor, Caitriona Jones, visited Foxborough Maintenance Association, Lucan on Wednesday 25th January to congratulate them on their participation in the Social Credits Scheme. The Mayor congratulated the group and said “I am delighted to be here to witness the positive results of the members of Foxborough Maintenance Association. This is an excellent example of communities getting involved in their area and making a difference. It very evident that Foxborough is a place where people care and are willing to take action to maintain it. . I wish them continued success and look forward to coming here againâ€
The Social Credits Scheme is an initiative run by South Dublin County Council empowering local communities to undertake positive, environmental and sustainable projects and actions which directly affect their locality. In return, community groups can avail of rewards including access to Council facilities and services.
Foxborough Maintenance Association have completed a range of local projects including community cleanups, anti-graffiti programmes and weeding of footpaths and have received cleanup supplies, free public swims in Clondalkin Leisure Centre and will attend drama productions in the Civic Theatre, Tallaght.
To apply to the scheme, community groups can visit the website www.socialcredits.ie and complete an application form or contact SDCC directly on (01) 4149000 or by email info@sdublincoco.ie for further information.
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