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8 Recommendations, Action Plan and Funding Based on the learnings in this report this section sets out recommendations for progress by the CCDA under the following criteria: 1. Capacity - it is within the capacity of the CCDA to deliver 2. Alignment - with related county and regional initiatives 3. Sustainable - enhance the community and environment
The ten recommendations below have been divided into two distinct categories a) Organisational and b) Programming. The former addresses the ‘how’ CCDA can deliver on its mission, and the latter on ‘what’ it will deliver to enhance the quality of life for all in Corofin.
Recommendations: Operational 1. Adoption of the Corofin Community Development Association Ltd Feasibility Study (2022) Considerable investment has gone into generating this document. The CCDA has an opportunity to immediately introduce the document's findings and recommendations to the wider community through an open public forum. Not only will this event build greater community cohesion, but it also completes the circle for the 400 locals who participated in the process. 2. Corofin Future Planning Workshop The CCDA could convene an all-party workshop focusing on the challenges and opportunities ahead for public and community partners delivering on the next generation of capital projects. This session will help build momentum behind all the key projects. Issues to be considered could include economic and community development, sports and recreation, heritage, biodiversity and social inclusion. 3. The CCDA Structural Enhancement This study identified some deficits and opportunities for the CCDA to address including a) enhanced participation b) upskilling the core group to better match increasing demands c) income generation and d) communications.
4. Income Generation for Match Funding Most community projects require from 10% - 30% match funding from the local community. Creating a budget plan to outline the funds required, how they will be generated, and the time required is essential. It will also be necessary to coordinate and cooperate with other local groups in fundraising. 5. The CCDA to continue and expand the Community Employment Scheme to Support the Programme of Work The continuation of the Community Employment Scheme to work on projects such as the Canon Oliver Hughes Park and assisting a Tidy Towns Committee is advised. Such projects would likely receive practical support from the County Council and LEADER.
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