Council management has made the controversial proposal but says the money would be spent on key infrastructure.

Bishop Doran recently held six meetings with parishioners on the issue, including in Strokestown, Castlerea and Athlone.

Michael O’Leary said he wouldn’t generally employ a lot of teachers to go out and get things done.

The Dromod-based Independent has become the 14th declared candidate in the constituency, with four in Leitrim and 10 in Sligo. 

It was called to discuss carrying out a feasibility study into developing an indoor pool in the town, as well as assessing the current facilities.

Several people said they want to keep the current outdoor pool, which is only open during the summer. 

His party colleague, Councillor Declan Geraghty, is standing in Galway East.

The Glinsk man had been considering moving to Galway East because of a redraw of the constituencies.