Voices of Boyle
Finally, after years of talking about bringing a podcast to Boyle, we’re live! This podcast is our way of documenting stories about Boyle and its people.So what motivated us to take this big leap into the unknown (it’s our first time recording audio and doing interviews!)? We were lucky enough to spend 7+ years travelling and, like the majority of people that live abroad, we came back to Boyle with a greater appreciation for our hometown, its people and its history.We love the idea of creating a space on the internet where people from all over the world can tune in to listen to stories about Boyle. Each show will feature a different guest and we hope to cover lots of topics ranging from the old fair days to current events that are happening in the town.
Voices of Boyle
Ciaran Sheerin - Boyle Town Team & The 2040 Plan
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We hope you're doing well and enjoying the latest episodes of the Voices of Boyle!
In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of hosting a special guest, Ciaran Sheerin, who shed light on the exciting developments taking place in Boyle town center. Ciaran is the current chairman of the Boyle Town Team.
Ciaran introduced us to the dedicated town team responsible for implementing the Boyle 2040 vision. This team consists of local individuals representing different areas in the town, working closely with the local government to bring about positive changes. Their focus? Revitalizing the economic heartland and promoting town center living.
During our conversation with Ciaran, we learned that the Boyle 2040 vision is a detailed plan divided into three structures: the overarching 2040 vision, a 3-5 year plan called LECP (Local Economic and Community Plan), and a yearly plan referred to as the plan of works. This breakdown allows the team to tackle the implementation in practical, day-to-day efforts.
What sets Boyle apart is the availability of a guiding document that many other towns don't possess. The town team stresses the importance of working collectively towards achieving the vision outlined in this document. (This document is available to view in the resource section of this post.) To spread the word effectively, they have created a brochure that not only promotes the 2040 vision but also provides information about available grants for renovations. This brochure will be distributed widely, ensuring that both residents and visitors are aware of the exciting changes coming to Boyle.
As you can see, there are exciting developments happening in Boyle, and we're grateful to Ciaran Sheerin for sharing his insights and updates with us. Make sure to listen to the episode to get all the details and hear directly from the town team chairman about their vision and plans for the future.
Stay tuned for more thought-provoking conversations on Voices of Boyle, where we continue to explore the stories and initiatives that shape our town.
Check out the accompanying blog post by visiting: https://www.voicesofboyle.com/ciaransheerin/
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