Speaking at the official opening, Cllr Donnelly remarked that the extension will provide increased space at Shanganagh Park House to meet the needs of the local community, therefore increasing the wellbeing of the Shanganagh / Rathsallagh community through supporting community engagement, volunteerism and active citizenship with particular emphasis on providing services for the local youth population. The provision by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council of this newly built extension and related community and social supports in Shanganagh Park House increases opportunities for people to play an active part in their local community and enjoy activities and social interaction in their local area"
Present at the opening were invited guests including the staff and management of Shanganagh Park House and local people who avail of the facilities and services of the Community Facility, members of the Mc Dermott family, TD’s, as well as Elected Members of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and Council management and staff.
Cllr Donnelly thanked Shanganagh Park House Board of Management and staff for their dedication, commitment and tireless work for the community in promoting community cohesion and inclusiveness.