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Hill Elected Mayor of North Down

11 June 2009

At North Down Borough Council's Annual Meeting on Thursday 11 June, Councillor Tony Hill was unanimously elected Mayor of North Down for 2008/09.

Alderman Gordon Dunne was elected Deputy Mayor.

Speaking at the meeting Mayor Hill said: “I am delighted to accept this honour. The lady mayoress and I will endeavour to work on behalf of everyone in the Borough during the year ahead.

"I would like to thank all members for their support and would commend the outgoing Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the work they have done over the past year. Alderman Leslie Cree will be a hard act to follow as Mayor.

"First and foremost, I hope to enjoy my year as Mayor. I look forward to seeing progress towards the realisation of the Marine Gardens proposals, announced by Social Development Minister, Margaret Ritchie yesterday. I also look forward to seeing progress made on the Borough's new Leisure Centre at Valentine Playing Fields.

"I will also be seeking to persue our Christain Heritage links with Bobbio in Italy and Bregenz in Austria.

"I look forward to working with all members of Council to make the year ahead a great success for North Down."

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