Deputy John Paul O’Shea, TD for Cork North West has extended his warm congratulations to Gerry Healy following his co-option to Cork County Council, representing the Macroom Municipal District.
Mr. Healy was selected by Fine Gael members to fill the vacancy that arose following the sad passing of former Councillor Michael Creed earlier this year.
Deputy O’Shea said “I want to sincerely congratulate Gerry Healy on his co-option to Cork County Council. Gerry has a long record of service to his local community in Millstreet and across the wider Macroom area, and I know he will be a strong and dedicated representative for the people of the Macroom Municipal District.”
“While Gerry’s appointment is a positive development for local representation, it also comes at a time when we continue to remember and mourn our friend and colleague Michael Creed. Michael gave decades of outstanding public service to his community, Cork County Council and Fine Gael. His contribution to public life and to the people he served will never be forgotten.”
Minister Jerry Buttimer with the new Councillor Gerry Healy.
Deputy O’Shea also acknowledged Áine Spillane for her willingness to put her name forward in the co-option process.
“I also want to commend Áine Spillane for offering herself for consideration. Áine is a dedicated Fine Gael member who has made a valuable contribution to her local community and to our party over many years. While she was unsuccessful on this occasion, her commitment to public service and to the people of the Macroom Municipal District is greatly appreciated. I have no doubt that she will continue to play an important role in her community and in Fine Gael in the years ahead.”
Deputy O’Shea said he looks forward to working closely with Councillor Healy on the many issues affecting communities across the Macroom Municipal District.
“There is a significant agenda ahead for our county, including housing, rural development, roads, community facilities, water infrastructure and supporting local businesses. I know Gerry will bring energy, commitment and a strong work ethic to his new role, and I look forward to working alongside him to deliver for the people we represent.”
“Public service requires dedication and commitment, and I have no doubt that Gerry will be an excellent advocate for the people of the Macroom Municipal District. I wish him every success in the years ahead.”
Pictured at the recent Fine Gael Macroom co-option convention was Aine Spillane, Cllr. Trish Murphy, Senator Eileen Lynch, Minister Jerry Buttimer, Deputy John Paul O’Shea, John Murphy, Chair of Macroom District, Cllr. Kate Lynch and Cllr. Ted Lucey.
