Borough of Carrickfergus the Coat of Arms
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Borough of Carrickfergus The Coat of Arms he striking Borough Arms of Carrickfergus have their origins in the Grant by the Earl Marshall T of England under the Crown’s authority. They consist of Arms — on the shield — the Supporters on either side, and the Crest and the Crest-wreath which surmount the Helmet. The Mantle flows beneath the Crest-wreath. The Arms The Supporters The Arms, on a red field, comprise a castle under The Supporters are a British Knight, in 13th Century two doves, this being a replica of the Borough’s armour, and an Irish warrior of the 15th and 16th ancient seal. The castle stands on the heraldic Centuries, the figures symbolising outstanding representation of water. periods in the Borough’s rich and ancient history. The Crest The Motto The Crest is an heraldic ship which, in conjunction The Motto — Gloria Prisca Novatur — translates as with the representation of water in the Arms, aptly ‘The Glory of Old Made New’, and signifies the registers the town of Carrickfergus’ history as a port. development of the town in more recent times and its The Arms of King William III on the sail regained status as a Borough. commemorate his landing here in 1690. The Crest-wreath and Mantling, in silver and red, Alderman Jim McClurg denote the Livery Colours of the Borough. The Helmet Mayor of Carrickfergus is of the type that when seen with Supporters indicates that the Arms are those of a corporate body. page 1 Mayor’s Foreword lderman Jim McClurg was re-elected as Mayor of Carrickfergus in May 2011. A Mayor McClurg sets down some thoughts on the year past and that ahead. “Firstly, I feel that I should record in writing my gratitude to my to allow it to become part of the event. Finally, the Orange fellow Members of Carrickfergus Borough Council who have, Pageant which also drew huge crowds. Council continues to once again, demonstrated their support for me by electing me work with the local lodges to make this historic re-enactment to a second term in this high office. I remain hugely proud to an event for all to enjoy. sit as Mayor of the Borough. Council officers are already working on next years events In my summary last year I touched on a number of Council programme which we hope will be even better. projects and I am pleased to report that a number of these You may be aware that the Council has close links with a projects are now complete. Fishermans Quay has been number of organisations such as the Chamber of Commerce, consolidated and a new deck added to allow easy access for who operate the monthly market in the town (and I would urge all. Similarly, the Whitehead Masterplan has been completed you to give this your support) and, similarly, Carrickfergus and gives clear direction for development in the town. Community Forum. I envisage that these links will continue to It is a little disappointing to note that the Carrickfergus public develop for the good of all. realm refurbishment scheme is not yet underway. However, I On links of another kind last year we were pleased to host a am pleased to say that the scheme is still very much alive and large group of visitors from our Sister City of Danville, I hope to see it started, shortly. Kentucky. I have to remark on the easy friendliness of all who Whilst all this work has been underway preparatory work goes made up the group which represented every occupation from on for a number of other schemes. I hope to see these begun teachers to beef farmers. This friendliness made it a real on the ground in the near future. These projects will give a new pleasure to be able to welcome our visitors. skateboard park to augment the facilities already on offer at the Going in the other direction we had two Carrickfergus Amphitheatre Leisure Centre, a refurbishment of the Marine residents who went across to take part in a Brass Band Gardens (along with some facelift work to the Civic Centre) competition in Danville. Judging by the reports from the and, all being well, a new Community Centre at Eden. This last Danville group, our representatives made a very positive project is particularly exciting as it is hoped to provide not only impression on Danville residents. community facilities, but also changing facilities for those using the sports grounds and some accommodation for allotment I referred last year to the work ongoing with Larne and holders. As usual we will be investigating how we might Ballymena Councils as part of the Review of Public incorporate sustainable technologies into all these schemes. Administration process. Whilst RPA itself has been postponed I am pleased to report that officers of the Councils have Another environmental project, of which some work has continued to work jointly on issues which should see financial already been carried out, is the Joymount/Sullatober Water savings for all the Councils. Flood Alleviation Scheme being carried out jointly by the Rivers Agency and the Water Service. The portion of this While staff in the Council work to make Carrickfergus a better scheme between the sea and the railway embankment at place to live, visit and enjoy, everyone has their part to play. Shaftesbury Park is now complete and work is now well Once again I would ask that we all have respect for our underway on the remainder. neighbours and their property and that you participate in a positive way in making our Borough a better place. We had a Looking now to our marina. I must commend all the staff for relatively minor incident last July from which the town received their work in retaining their 5 Gold Anchor status. This means much negative publicity on a worldwide basis. It undermined that in terms of quality of service and facility, our marina can everything we are seeking to achieve. I would implore you not compete with the best. to get involved in such incidents which do nothing for the town. Turning to our events programme, I will name but a few from I hope that this gives some indication of the work going on in last year which stick in my mind. Shakespeare in the Park was Council and you should be aware that it is only a small sample once again a huge success and demonstrated the popularity which I hope, in addition to the normal workaday council tasks for such events in the Borough. Armed Forces Day drew of bin emptying, environmental health, building regulations, close to 40,000 people. We are particularly grateful for the street sweeping and so on, demonstrates that the Council is efforts of the various Forces organisations who put so much working tirelessly to make the Borough a better place.” into the planning of this event and we in turn are honoured to host it. I am pleased to acknowledge the part played by Alderman Jim McClurg, Northern Ireland Environment Agency who opened the Castle Mayor of Carrickfergus page 2 Alderman Jim McClurg and Councillor Mrs Lynn McClurg, Mayor and Mayoress of Carrickfergus. page 3 :Xii`Zb]\i^lj %%%Y\gXikf]jfd\k_`e^jg\Z`Xc ;d`eoWijhebbj^hek]^^_ijehoWioek [nfbeh[ekhf_Yjkh[igk[mWbb[Zjemd" ehh[bWn_dWX_ijheel[hbeea_d]ekh h[demd[ZcWh_dW$M_j^ekhcki[kcWdZ l_i_jehY[djh["j^[h[Wh[fb[djoe\h[Wiedi jel_i_j:Xii`Zb]\i^lj% <eh_d\ehcWj_edYedjWYj Kfli`jk@e]fidXk`feed J[b[f^ed[&(./))+.&*/ nnn%ZXii`Zb]\i^lj%fi^ Guide to Council Centres & Services Council Location Functions Museum and Civic Centre 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus BT38 7DG Office accommodation and administration of: t: 028 9335 8000 • Chief Executive’s Office, including the Mayor’s Office f: 028 9336 6676 • Building Services e: [email protected] • Development Services w: www.carrickfergus.org • Environmental Services • Support Services Town Hall Joymount, Carrickfergus BT38 7DL Mayor’s Parlour (contact Museum and Civic Centre) Council Chamber t: 028 9335 8000 Members’ Room f: 028 9336 6676 Meeting/Function Rooms e: [email protected] w: www.carrickfergus.org Sullatober Depot 10 Marshallstown Road, Carrickfergus, BT38 9DE Office, workshop and depot accommodation. Telephone t: 028 9335 1192 contact point for enquiries regarding waste collection f: 028 9336 3490 and disposal, recycling, street cleansing, maintenance of parks, sports grounds, open spaces, cemeteries, public conveniences and Council buildings. The Council Civic Amenity Site is also based at this site. Amphitheatre Wellness Centre Amphitheatre is the state of the art Wellness Centre for Prince William Way, Carrickfergus BT38 7HP the Borough. It has a pool, spa, fully equipped gym, t: 028 9335 8888 dance studio, kinesis suite, multi use halls and regular classes run by trained staff. Marina Carrickfergus Marina, 3 Quayside, The office deals with allocations of berths in the Carrickfergus, BT38 8BE Marina, Harbour, and Whitehead Boat Park. t: 028 9336 6666 Also incorporates a Conference Suite, public and f: 028 9335 0505 berth-holder facilities. e: [email protected] w: www.carrickfergus.org Bentra Golf Course 1 Slaughterford Road, Whitehead, Office accommodation for Golf Course staff. Carrickfergus BT38 9TG Contact point for queries with regard to the Golf t: 028 9337 8996 Course, paying of green fees, sale of accessories and hire of golf clubs. page 5 Directory of Key Council Services Access to Countryside 028 9335 8053 Planning Schedules 028 9335 8014 Air Pollution 028 9335 8071 Playground Maintenance 028 9335 1192 Alcohol Free Zones 028 9335 8071 Playing Fields Bookings 028 9335 8888 Allotments 028 9335 8053 Policy 028 9335 8003 Amusement Permits 028 9335 8071 Property Certificates 028 9335