Dig up your community spirit says Deputy Noel Coonan as TidyTowns Competition 2011 is launched
It’s that time of year again for towns and villages across the country to tap into their community spirit by taking part in the annual TidyTowns Competition, according to Deputy Noel Coonan, Fine Gael TD for Tipperary North/South Offaly.
“The TidyTowns competition for 2011 has been officially launched by the Minister for the Environment Phil Hogan, and I am encouraging locals right across the constituency to get involved in this unique event. Last year, Birdhill maintained it’s exceptional record by winning a Gold Medal Award for their dedication,” said the local Fine Gael TD.
“The TidyTowns Competition, which is sponsored by SuperValu, is a shining example of what can be achieved through volunteering, dedication and a strong sense of civic duty. For more than 50 years communities across the country have hung flowerpots, mown grass and swept streets in a joint effort to make their town or village look its best.
“We have two very high profile international visitors due to arrive on Irish shores next month. The TidyTowns Competition provides the perfect opportunity to make sure our towns and villages are looking bright and beautiful, at a time when the world will be looking on.
“Local authorities are also being given a helping hand to spruce up their area. Minister Hogan has announced a total of €350,000 in grants to support Civi Deputy Noel Coonan, Fine Gael TD for Tipperary North/South Offaly.
“The TidyTowns competition for 2011 has been officially launched by the Minister for the Environment Phil Hogan, and I am encouraging locals right across the constituency to get involved in this unique event. Last year, Birdhill maintained it’s exceptional record by winning a Gold Medal Award for their dedication,” said the local Fine Gael TD.
“The TidyTowns Competition, which is sponsored by SuperValu, is a shining example of what can be achieved through volunteering, dedication and a strong sense of civic duty. For more than 50 years communities across the country have hung flowerpots, mown grass and swept streets in a joint effort to make their town or village look its best.
“We have two very high profile international visitors due to arrive on Irish shores next month. The TidyTowns Competition provides the perfect opportunity to make sure our towns and villages are looking bright and beautiful, at a time when the world will be looking on.
“Local authorities are also being given a helping hand to spruce up their area. Minister Hogan has announced a total of €350,000 in grants to support Civic Responsibility Week, which will run from 9th to 15th of May,” continued Deputy Coonan.
“Last year more than 760 towns and villages took part in TidyTowns, and I believe that this year, in conjunction with Civic Responsibility Week, even more local communities will join in.
“Minister Hogan is encouraging people to “get their hands dirty”, and I couldn’t agree more. It’s time for North Tipperary people to do t
