It’s about working in partnership with our communities and empowering them to make the absolute best of our resources to benefit the local community.” “I visited the hall during the summer and have been so impressed by the dedication and commitment to restoring this focal point for the community in Millport. “The funding will ensure the exciting plans can be realised and that’s excellent news for everyone involved – those who will use the town hall regularly as well as the wider impact of supporting community wealth building by creating new jobs and the positive effect on the local economy. North Ayrshire Council leader Joe Cullinane said: “Our team has been hand-in-hand with Millport Town Hall Charity to ensure we can bring this important building back into community use. The plans for the Town Hall are based around the council’s Community Wealth Building model with local partners and anchor organisations – in this case the council – working together to develop a project that can benefit the whole area both economically and socially.
We have also engaged a local person as Clerk of Works for the duration of the build to ensure best spend of our funding.” This Officer will engage with individuals, residents, and groups to develop bookings, events and whole island initiatives. Several have been self-employed on a consultancy basis, one as a member of the construction group and our first PAYE employee as a Community Liaison Officer engaged for two years through National Lottery funding. “We have been delighted so far to have been able to provide six local employment opportunities to date through this project. Residents were encouraged to take away downtaken wood for firewood and upcycling projects. “The start of the building work at the end of September was a huge boost for the community and a renewed interest in the project for many. Mention also must be made of the neighbours on all sides to the property and their forbearance.
“Thanks also need to go to our wide range of supporters and volunteers who keep us going in so many ways.
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