We posed the question to readers last year, and among the top suggestions were lower business rates, more free parking spaces, and a venue for family entertainment.
Since then, residents have responded with some further ideas on how the town could be improved – do you have any more to add to the list?
5. Shamrock pond
The recent archaeological dig at Carrick's Shaftesbury Park brought to mind for many another long-buried feature - the shamrock pond. The striking water feature, which is understood to have been filled in some years ago under the legacy Carrickfergus Borough Council, appears to have been a popular spot, with many having expressed a desire to see its return. Photo: Carrickfergus Museum
6. Maritime museum
Carrick has a rich maritime history, and some would like to see that reflected in a dedicated museum. Photo: Steen Jepsen from Pixabay
7. Tackle traffic congestion
Traffic congestion in Carrickfergus is a huge issue, one that many believe needs tackling in advance of any new large scale housing projects. Photo: Nile from Pixabay
8. Shift focus from new housing to dereliction
Hundreds of new homes are to be built in the town in the coming years, with developments planned for Belfast Road and Prince Andrew Way. However, many feel that the focus should be on town centre dereliction, with the potential to use vacant buildings instead to meet the housing need. Photo: Ralph from Pixabay