Funding boost for Millburn and Ballysally

THE communities of Millburn and Ballysally have been handed a major boost with the news that nearly £300,000 of funding has been secured for projects in their areas.

By The Newsroom

Published 27th Oct 2012, 08:43 BST

Coleraine Borough Council officers last week revealed that a Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) in Millburn and a Play Park in Ballysally had both been given the go ahead from the Departament of Social Development.

The projects involve: The construction of a multi-functional recreational area within the Millburn Community Centre site.

The overall costs are estimated at £128,024 and £108,024 has been secured from DSD. The associated running costs and the remaining £20,000 were agreed by Council in June.

The provision of a top class play facility for the children of Ballysally is estimated to cost £206,304 and £181,304 has been secured from DSD. Council agreed in June to the match funding of £25,000 and to cover maintenance and running costs.

Council MUGA