'They did us proud,' District council congratulates Waterford FC on making it to the final.
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West Waterford councillors have congratulated the Waterford FC team on making it to the FAI cup final last Sunday.
Cathaoirleach of the Dungarvan-Lismore District Council, Cllr John Pratt, said at the November municipal meeting that although they didn’t win, he thought it was important to acknowledge what it took to get to the final.
“I know Waterford didn't win this time, but I want to say congratulations. I think it's on the basis of achieving where they got to and what they've achieved, I suppose, since then during the season, to even, you know, to have stayed up in the Premier level.
“It’s a pity the result wasn’t different, but I do think it’s important that we do mention them,” said Cllr Pratt.
Cllr Donnchadh Mulcahy said that was a great day out at the Aviva Stadium.
“It brought the city and county together and hopefully promoted the game of soccer,” said Cllr Mulcahy.
Cllr Kate O’Mahoney said that she would also like to be associated with the congratulations to Waterford FC.
“It was a disappointing result, but regardless, they did us all really, really proud, and you know, after so many years, getting to the final in itself is an achievement,” said Cllr O’Mahoney.
Other votes of congratulations were made to Dungarvan Tidy Towns, as well as other groups around the county, Tallow and Shamrocks, on their recent wins and to the Dungarvan team on their win in the junior A county final.
On the topic of Tidy Towns, Cllr Thomas Phelan said: “Tidy Towns do trojan work, week in and week out. It is also a testament to the work of the presentation team and environmental team who keep the towns not just in Dungarvan looking well.” While Cllr Pratt added: They all improved and did tremendous work, and I think it's important that we acknowledge the work they do day in and day out with very small numbers.
Cllr O’Mahoney added that Tidy Towns does so much for the area.
