The Mayor of Drogheda, Michelle Hall, and elected members of Drogheda Borough District held an in committee meeting with the CEO of Love Drogheda BID, Trevor Connolly, and the CEO of Drogheda & District Chamber of Commerce, Hubert Murphy, at the Civic Offices on Fair Street on Monday, February 9.
The purpose of the meeting was to give both organisations the opportunity to formally present their work plans and outline their strategic priorities for the year ahead.
The session also allowed councillors to engage directly with both bodies to explore areas of collaboration and alignment in support of Drogheda’s long term economic development.
Speaking after the meeting, Cllr Michelle Hall said:
Love Drogheda BID and the Chamber of Commerce play vital roles in supporting local business, driving footfall, promoting investment, and strengthening Drogheda’s economic profile.
It was important that, as elected representatives, we had a clear understanding of their strategic objectives and identify how we can work together more effectively for the benefit of our town.
The in committee format allowed for open and constructive dialogue, enabling elected members and business leaders to examine shared goals, address current challenges, and identify practical steps to enhance economic resilience, job creation, and sustainable growth.
Restoring the D Hotel as a key tourism asset was highlighted by both CEOs, who noted that footfall and overnight occupancy are significantly affected by the absence of Drogheda’s only large scale hotel.
Cllr Hall said collaboration between local government and the business community will be central to positioning Drogheda as a dynamic, competitive and forward looking regional centre.
Our shared focus must be on securing a strong and sustainable economic future for Drogheda. By working in partnership, we can maximise opportunities, support enterprise, and ensure our town continues to thrive.
