Independent Councillor Tomás Grealish has been named the new Cathaoirleach of the Athenry/Oranmore district.
He takes over the chains of office from Fianna Fail Councillor Cillian Keane.
At County Hall this week, Councillor Grealish was nominated by Fine Gael Councillor Peter Feeney.
He outlines his priorities over the coming term.