Upgrading of water and sewerage networks are critical to the development of Mullinavat
Press Release
The upgrading of the water and sewerage networks which serve Mullinavat must be a priority, according to Fianna Fail candidate, Bobby Aylward.
“Mullinavat is currently served by a sewerage scheme with primary treatment only and it was constructed in 1983. The scheme is now operating over its design capacity. There is no spare capacity available in the water supply network either and these issues will have to be addressed as soon as possible if the village is to advance at all”, Bobby Aylward said.
He continued “We have an ambitious Local Area Plan in place for Mullinavat and we must make every effort to ensure that the Plan is implemented. The village has massive potential for expansion after years of stagnation. To allow the development to proceed, we have to ensure that all the necessary facilities are in place to serve the population needs of the area. The local population is expected to increase to 600 in the long-term so we must have the proper amenities as soon as possible.
“The area must be promoted as a desirable location not only for living but for working as well. There has been a lack of employment opportunities in the village for many years and we have to encourage job creation in the area. An industrial site has been designated for new, light development and this is very welcome. It is my hope that several small businesses will locate in Mullinavat but we have to have suitable infrastructure and practical facilities.
“Mullinavat will become increasingly attractive in the coming years. The new N9, which is due to be completed in mid-2009, will alleviate the traffic problems and this will be good for the local community and for local trade. Its proximity to Waterford City makes the village very suitable for commuting and for transport.
“To enable future development plans and to accommodate residential and business needs in Mullinavat, it will be a key objective of mine to lobby hard to ensure that the water and sewerage networks are upgraded as a matter of priority so that we can actually realise the aims of the Local Area Plan”, Bobby Aylward concluded.
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14 May, 2007