Fianna Fáil | Roscommon County Council

A proud native of Castlerea, Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice currently serves as Chairperson (Cathaoirleach) of Roscommon Municipal District — a role he was elected to unopposed at this year’s AGM.

As a lifelong advocate for the community, Cllr Fitzmaurice has played a pivotal role in several high-impact local projects:

Employment Boost: He helped secure a major expansion of Harmac Medical facility in Castlerea, which created many local jobs—strengthening the town’s economic foundation.

An Chistin Food Hub: Cllr Fitzmaurice championed the opening of this community food hub, fostering social enterprise and local collaboration.

Somers Park Playground Development: He advocated for the rejuvenation of playground facilities, improving access to safe and family-friendly public spaces.

Castlerea Swimming Pool Upgrades
Cllr. Fitzmaurice has been instrumental in securing funding for a major upgrade of the outdoor heated swimming pool, including the addition of a heated toddler pool and splash area, now completed. These enhancements have revitalised one of our town’s most cherished amenities, encouraging greater usage and uplifting local spirit. The new splash zone was officially opened by the Minister for Community Development, Dara Calleary. Fitzmaurice noted its positive impact on rising visitor numbers and highlighted its role in supporting community wellness

Paschal has prioritised key local initiatives including improved verge trimming at junctions, safer crossing points in villages like Ballintubber and Cloonfad, effective flood prevention measures, enhanced footpath maintenance, housing improvements, and sensible land zoning policies.

Cllr. Fitzmaurice is also actively involved in various council committees including the Housing, ICT and Rural Water Strategic Policy Committee (which he chairs), Planning, Environment, Climate Change and Corporate Governance SPC, the Roscommon Municipal District itself, and the Joint Policing Committee.