Minutes 2003

Minutes of Ordinary Meeting of Sligo County Council held on 3rd March 2003 at 11.00am in the Council Chamber, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo


COUNCILLORS PRESENT: 

  • Barrett,
  • Branley,
  • Bree,
  • Cawley,
  • Colleary,
  • L. Conlon,
  • M. Conlon,
  • Conmy,
  • Devins,
  • Fleming,
  • Fox,
  • Gormley,
  • Higgins,
  • Leonard,
  • McGarry,
  • McGuinn,
  • McLoughlin,
  • Murray,
  • Parke,
  • Perry,
  • Queenan,
  • B. Scanlon,
  • E. Scanlon.

OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE: 

  • Mr H. Kearns, County Manager
  • Mr T. Kilfeather, Head of Finance
  • Ms D. Clarke, Director of Services
  • Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services
  • Mr J. Mc Hugh, Acting Director of Services
  • Ms M. Mc Connell, Acting Director of Services
  • Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer
  • Ms E. Concannon, Acting Senior Engineer
  • Ms F. Meagher, Senior Executive Planner
  • Mr J. Owens, Senior Executive Engineer
  • Mr J. Walsh, Administrative Officer
  • Mr T. Rooney, Administrative Officer
  • Ms M. Davidescu, Assistant Planner
  • Ms C. Kenny, Staff Officer
  • Ms F. Couch, Clerical Officer

CATHAOIRLEACH:

  • The Cathaoirleach, Councillor P. Branley presided.

OPEN LOCAL GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE: 

The Cathaoirleach, Councillor P. Branley welcomed students from the Tubbercurry Secondary School, who are one of a number of secondary schools who have been invited to visit County Hall and attend meetings in progress to learn about the local government system as part of the Council’s Open Local Government Initiative.

LAUNCH OF CATHAOIRLEACH AWARDS SCHEME:

The Cathaoirleach, Mr P. Branley launched the “Cathaoirleach’s Awards Scheme 2003”.  He commented on the opportunity that the awards presented, to publicly acknowledge people who provide special service to their community.  The announcement was welcomed by the Members.

MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING OF 3RD FEBRUARY 2003:

Proposed by Councillor R. Mc Guinn
Seconded by Councillor P. Conmy

AND AGREED

“That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Council held on 3rd February 2003 be and are hereby confirmed”.

With the permission of the Cathaoirleach Deputy Devins referred to motion passed at the February Ordinary Meeting condemning Local Deputies and Senators and he wished it to be noted that the funding of up to € 23m secured for the Inner Relief Road was achieved due to the representations made by himself and other members of government.

MINUTES OF THE SLIGO /STRANDHILL AREA MEETING OF 21ST NOVEMBER 2002: 

Proposed by Councillor A. Higgins
Seconded by Councillor M. Fleming

AND AGREED

“That the minutes of Sligo /Strandhill Electoral Area Meeting held on 21st November 2002 be and hereby are confirmed”.

MINUTES OF THE DROMORE WEST AREA MEETING OF 27TH NOVEMBER 2002: 

Proposed by Councillor P. Conmy
Seconded by Councillor J. Queenan

AND AGREED

“That the Minutes of the Dromore West Electoral Area Meeting held on 27th November 2002 be and are hereby confirmed”.

MINUTES OF SPC3 MEETING OF 23RD SEPTEMBER 2002: 

Proposed by Councillor M. Fleming
Seconded by Councillor I. Fox

AND AGREED

“That the Minutes of the SPC3 Meeting held on 23rd September 2003 be and are hereby confirmed”.

DISPOSAL OF LAND AT DROMORE WEST:

Proposed by Councillor J. Queenan
Seconded by Councillor E. Scanlon

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council proceed with the disposal of land at Dromore West, Co. Sligo to Anthony Rafter in accordance with Section 183 of the Local Government Act, 2001 and the notice dated 17th February 2003”.

DISPOSAL OF LAND AT 17 KEENAGHAN CLOSE, BALLYMOTE, CO. SLIGO: 

Proposed by Councillor E. Scanlon
Seconded by Councillor J. Queenan

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council proceed with the disposal of land at 17 Keenaghan Close, Ballymote, Co. Sligo to Tommy and Mary Lynch in accordance with Section 183 of the Local Government Act, 2001 and the notice dated 17th February 2003”

EXTENSION TO BURIAL GROUND AND PROVISION OF PARKING FACTILIES AT CLOONADERAVALLY, KILGLASS: 

Proposed by Councillor P. Conmy
Seconded by Councillor G. Murray

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council in accordance with Part 8 of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations, 2001 proceed with the construction of extension to burial ground and provision of parking facilities at Cloonaderavally, Kilglass”.

EXTENSION TO BURIAL GROUND AND PROVISION OF PARKING FACTILIES AT CLOGHERMORE, CALRY: 

Proposed by Councillor I. Fox
Seconded by Councillor P. Branley

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council in accordance with Part 8 of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations, 2001 proceed with the construction of extension to burial ground and provision of parking facilities at Cloghermore, Calry”.

In response to members queries, Mr J. Walsh, Administrative Officer, advised that Duchas have requested a pre-development archaeologists report in this regard.

MANAGERS REPORT ON SUBMISSIONS RECD. IN RELATION TO DRAFT LOCAL AREA PLAN FOR STRANDHILL: 

Proposed by Councillor T. Mc Loughlin
Seconded by Councillor J. Devins

AND AGREED

“That Item 9, To consider the Managers Report on submissions and observations received following publication of the proposal to make a Draft Local Area Plan for Strandhill in accordance with the Planning and Development Act, 2000 be deferred and that a Special meeting of Sligo County Council be held on Friday 7th March 2003 at 11.00am, to consider the item.

DECLARING ROADS TO BE PUBLIC ROADS: 

Proposed by Councillor M. Fleming
Seconded by Councillor R. Mc Guinn

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council being satisfied of their general public utility declare the following roads as public roads in accordance with Section 11(1) of the Roads Act 1993, and also take in charge any open spaces, car parks, sewers, watermains, or drains within the attendant grounds of the development in the case of housing estates, in accordance with section 180(4) of the Planning and Development Act, 2000”.

L-45025-0:  Road situate in the housing estate of ‘Rocklands’ in the townland of Tobercurry.
L-36028-1:  Road situate in the housing estate of ‘Chestnut Grove’ in the townland of Aughamore Far.
L-68092-0:  Extension of L68092-0 (existing length 75m) for a further distance of 303metres North West to junction with L6801-32 in the townland of Cabragh (Leyny By).
L-68062-0:  From junction with Road L68061-0 North West in the Townland of Carrowclooneen for a distance of 82 metres.

MEMBERSHIP OF LOCAL TRAVELLER ACCOMMODATION CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE: 

Ms M. Mc Connell, Acting Director of Services outlined the two reports circulated to members in respect of membership of the Local Traveller Accommodation Consultative Committee. 


Proposed by Deputy J. Perry
Seconded by Councillor T. Mc Loughlin

AND AGREED

“That Councillors Albert Higgins and Roddy Mc Guinn be nominated as representative of Sligo County Council on the Local Traveller Accommodation Consultative Committee in accordance with Section 22 of the Housing (Traveller Accommodation) Act, 1998”.


Proposed by Councillor L. Conlon
Seconded by Deputy J. Perry

AND AGREED

“That Councillor Michael Fleming be nominated as representative of Sligo County Council on the Local Traveller Accommodation Consultative Committee in accordance with Section 22 of the Housing (Traveller Accommodation) Act, 1998”


Proposed by Councillor A. Higgins
Seconded by Councillor R. Mc Guinn

AND AGREED

“That, in accordance with Section 21 and 22 of the Housing (Traveller Accommodation) Act, 1998, the Local Traveller Accommodation Consultative Committee is hereby appointed for a period of not less than three years.  The membership of this Committee shall be in accordance with the framework as set out in report of Director of Services dated 25 February 2003, as circulated and shall be comprised of twelve members as follows:

Members of Appointing Authority:
  1. Councillor Albert Higgins
  2. Councillor Roddy Mc Guinn
  3. Councillor Michael Fleming
Officials of Appointing Authority

4 Officials to be nominated by the County Manager /Director of Services, as necessary.

Representatives of Local Travellers

4 Members (to be deferred to April Meeting of the Council)

Member of Sligo Borough Council

1 Member (to be deferred to April meeting of the Council).”


Proposed by Councillor A. Higgins
Seconded by Councillor T. Mc Loughlin

“That Councillor Roddy Mc Guinn be appointed as Chairperson of the Local Traveller Accommodation Consultative Committee, for the lifetime of the Committee, in accordance with Section 22 of the Housing (Traveller Accommodation) Act, 1998”.

PROPOSALS IN RELATION TO ONE STOP SHOP AT RIVERSIDE: 

Mr H. Kearns, County Manager referred to report as circulated and set out the background and the proposed benefits of the proposal to develop a One Stop Shop facility at Riverside.

Proposed by Councillor P. Conmy
Seconded by Councillor G. Murray

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council agree in principal to the proposals in relation to the One Stop Shop development at Riverside as per report circulated on 25th February 2003”.

In response to Deputy J. Devins query regarding Motor Tax funding and its contribution to the Local Government Fund, Mr Kearns advised that a report on the matter would be prepared for the information of the Members.

SUBSIDIES FOR COLLECTION OF REFUSE IN RURAL AREAS: 

Councillor J. Perry asked that Sligo County Council agree to provide subsidies for the collection of refuse in rural areas.

Councillor D. Bree added his support to the motion.

In response, Mr J. Mc Hugh, Acting Director of Services advised that currently there is no budget to subsidise the collection of refuse in rural areas.

Mr Kearns, Co. Manager, further advised that some government departments have made arrangements regarding subsidisation of a number of other utilities such as electricity and telephones and suggested that this would be an appropriate way to deal with this issue.

CALL FOR RESIGNATION OF CHAIRMAN OF AN TAISCE:

It was agreed at Councillor P. Conmy’s request that item 15 be deferred.

ILLEGAL DUMPING IN THE COUNTRYSIDE: 

Councillor B. Scanlon asked what action the Council has taken to counteract the increase of illegal dumping in our countryside.

In response Mr J. Mc Hugh, Acting Director of Services outlined the enforcement action currently undertaken on illegal dumping and further advised that the environmental section was constrained by the resources available to it.  He further advised that an extensive schools awareness programme is in place through the work of the Environmental Awareness Officer.

Proposed by Councillor B. Scanlon
Seconded by Councillor A. Parke

AND AGREED

“That a litter warden be appointed in each engineering area”.

DISPOSAL OF STATE ASSETS: 

Proposed by Councillor M. Fleming
Seconded by Councillor J. Perry

AND AGREED

“that prior to disposal of any state assets this Council calls on Minister Parlon to negotiate and agree with Local Authorities and Communities plans for future developments”.

N16:  SEEKING FUNDING FROM DOELG AND NRA: 

It was agreed to take Item 46 at this stage.

Councillor I. Fox asked the County Manager that Sligo County Council gives priority to the upgrading of the N16 route, the 10km of the road in the Sligo area, and to seek funding from the Department of Environment and Local Government, and the NRA for construction of same.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services advised that the N16 realignment was included in Phase 4 (2014-2019) of NRA Needs Study published in 1998.  He further advised that no allocation was received from NRA under the 2003 funding to commence pre-planning in the current year.

Proposed by Councillor I. Fox
Seconded by Councillor A. Higgins

AND AGREED

“That this Council seek a meeting with Leitrim and Cavan County Councils with a view to meet with Minister Cullen with regard to funding for the N16 at the earliest possible date”.

FUNDING FROM NRA TO CARRY OUT IMPROVEMENTS TO N17 PRIMARY ROAD: 

Councillor M. Fleming requested the Director of Services to seek funding from the N.R.A. and Minister for Transport to carry out necessary improvements to N17 Primary Road during 2003.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services advised that approval is awaited from the NRA to proceed to the next stage of development of the N17 project, i.e. preliminary design /CPO procedure.  He further advised that a sum of €10,000 has been provided in the 2003 allocation towards the N17 planning /design budget.

Proposed by Councillor M. Fleming
Seconded by Councillor J. Perry

AND AGREED

“To request the Director of Services to seek funding from the N.R.A. and Minister for Transport to carry out necessary improvements to N17 Primary Road during 2003”.

EXTENSION OF BOROUGH BOUNDARIES:

It was agreed at Councillor D. Bree’s request that Item. 19 be deferred.

FOOTPATHS IN STRANDHILL: 

Councillor J. Perry asked that Sligo County Council make funding available for the provision of footpaths in Strandhill from An Fairce Housing estate, up to the top of the Burma Road.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services advised that this proposal can only be considered in the context of 2003 Road Works Scheme requiring approval by members at a Sligo /Strandhill Electoral Area meeting.

Mr Carroll further advised that it is proposed to include a sum towards the upgrade of footpaths /public lighting generally in Strandhill and that it is proposed in consultation with Gardai to introduce a traffic management plan for the village of Strandhill.

PROVISION OF A PUBLIC LIGHT AT  CUL DE SAC IN TEESAN: 

Deputy J. Perry asked that Sligo County Council make funding available for the provision of a public light at the cul-de-sac in Teesan for security along the property of Rooney’s, Kivlehans, Daveys and Oates.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services advised that this proposal could only be considered in the context of the 2003 Road Works Scheme.  He further advised however that Sligo County Council does not provide security lighting for private dwellings.

CUTTING OF BRIARS AND IVY ALONG FOOTPATHS, HAZLEWOOD: 

Deputy J. Devins asked Sligo County Council to cut the briars and ivy along the new footpaths from football pitch in Hazelwood in Ballinode and to clear the area outside the football pitch which has been used by the County Council as a dumping area for the past number of years.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services, advised that the area in question, which has been used as a storage area by Sligo County Council in the past, was tidied up at the beginning of February this year.

COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT SCHEMES: 

Proposed by Councillor J. Perry
Seconded by Councillor P. Conmy

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council call on the government to ensure the continuation of Community Employment Schemes, at the same levels of availability as 2002, and to ensure the continuation of training and employment opportunities for the long-term unemployed, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups who will not otherwise have access to employment opportunities”

It was further
Proposed by Councillor M. Fleming
Seconded by Councillor R. Mc Guinn

AND AGREED

“That this Council requests Minister Harney and Minister Fahy to ensure that funds are made available to continue work undertaken by Sligo Jobs Initiative Scheme in Sligo town and County”

FACILITIES AT NEOLITHIC TOMBS, CARROWKEEL: 

Senator E. Scanlon asked that Sligo County Council provide parking and toilet facilities and to erect sign posts to the Neolithic Tombs at Carrowkeel, Keash, Co. Sligo.  He noted that this is a well-recognised and much documented tourist attraction, which attracts hundreds of visitors each year and that there are no facilities in place to cater for these tourists who visit this historical place.  Senator Scanlon further advised that one of the local residents has kindly offered C.5 of an acre of his land in order for these facilities to be put in place.

In response Mr H. Kearns, County Manager advised that this monument is in the care of Duchas, the Heritage Service, and that Duchas would be responsible for the provision of any facilities.  Mr Kearns advised that a request could be issued to the Minister with responsibility for Duchas to establish if there are any proposals in place for the provision of these facilities.

This was agreed.

Councillor G. Murray asked that funds be put towards repairing the gate /pier at entry point to the monument.  The County Manager confirmed that the matter would be examined.

ERECTION OF GSM SUPPORT STRUCTURE BY 02: DUNNEIL /CROWAGH, DROMORE WEST:

It was agreed at Councillor M. Barrett’s request that this item be withdrawn.

ROCKFIELD NATIONAL SCHOOL 

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Deputy J. Perry

AND AGREED

“That this Council calls on the Minister for Education to progress the application to extend Rockfield N.S. to Stages 4 and 5 – Planning and Tender documents immediately, and also calls on him to make the necessary funding available for its construction”.

CONSULTANT FOR PALLIATIVE CARE BASE IN SLIGO:

Deputy J. Perry requested that Sligo County Council call on the government to approve a second Consultant in Palliative Care base in Sligo as the sharing of the current post between Sligo and Donegal is neither satisfactory nor successful.

Following a discussion on the matter it was agreed that letters would issue to the North Western Health Board, the Local Appointments Commission and Comhairle Bord nOspideal to establish the up to date position with regard to the appointment.

COMPLETION OF FOOTPATH AT BALLYGAWLEY:

Deputy E. Scanlon asked Sligo County Council to extend and complete the footpath at Ballygawley, Co. Sligo from the village pump to Kelly’s pub and to put a complete finish on the existing footpath.

In response the Acting Director of Services, Mr T. Carroll advised that any additional construction of footpath at Ballygawley will be considered in the context of the 2003 Discretionary Improvement Grant which will be submitted for approval at the next Electoral Area meeting.

A discussion followed in relation to the alignment of the roads areas with the electoral areas and it was agreed that a report would be prepared for the members in this regard.

RURAL POSTAL DELIVERIES: 

Councillor M Gormley asked that the Council call on An Post to abandon its plans to stop door to door postal deliveries in rural areas and replace with roadside letter boxes.  This was agreed.

Councillor M. Fleming advised that An Post have a legal obligation to deliver post to every house unless authorised to do otherwise by the home owner.  It was agreed that a letter be sent to the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources to seek clarification in this regard.

CUL DE SAC MONIES: 

It was agreed at Councillor P. Conmy’s request that item 30 be deferred.

RECYCLING PROPOSALS FOR 2003: 

Councillor D. Bree asked that the Council be provided with details of any proposal the Council executive has for recycling in 2003 together with that the Council be provided with a breakdown of the costs”.

In response Mr J. Mc Hugh, Acting Director of Services itemised the recycling programmes which are proposed for 2003 together with the relevant breakdown of costs to be incurred in their implementation from an overall adopted estimate of €147,000.

IMPROVEMENT /REFURBISHMENT OF CONEY ISLAND PIER: 

Councillor D. Bree asked the County Manager what progress has been made with regard to the improvement /refurbishment of the pier on Coney Island.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services outlined the repair works carried out to the pier during 2002.  Mr Carroll further advised that it is intended to carry out repairs to the pier steps in 2003, using funds from the Piers and Harbour Maintenance budget.

DETAILS OF COMPUTER TRAINING FOR COUNCILLORS:

Councillor D. Bree asked that the Council be provided with full details of the computer courses provided to councillors in the year 2002, i.e. the number of courses, the total number of hours of each course, the numbers of councillors participating in each course, details of the company providing the courses, the cost to the Council of each course.

In response Ms M. Mc Connell, Acting Director of Services outlined details of the monthly training courses commenced in 2002, stating that as the training ran concurrently with the ECDL training being provided for staff there were no additional costs incurred by the Council.  Ms Mc Connell further advised that the training had again commenced in February 2003 and the position would be reviewed following the course depending on members needs and available resources.

KERBSIDE COLLECTION IN TUBBERCURRY: 

Councillor M. Fleming requested the provision of a kerb side collection of dry recyclable materials in the Tubbercurry Area on a pilot basis.

In response, Acting Director of Services, Mr J. Mc Hugh, advised that as with collection of all waste, the kerbside collection of dry recyclable materials where provided, will be provided by the public sector.  He added that the Council will encourage this initiative.  Preliminary discussions have taken place with a private waste collector in the Tobercurry area who is introducing a pilot scheme in Tobercurry.

BACK TO WORK ENTERPRISE SCHEME: 

Councillor M. Fleming asked that Sligo County Council call on the Minister for Social and Family Affairs to reconsider proposed changes to the eligibility criteria for this scheme, increasing qualification from 1 year to 5 years on the live register.

This was agreed.

LOCAL AUTHORITY HOUSES AT CLOONACOOL: 

It was agreed at Councillor M. Fleming’s request that this item be deferred to the next Tubbercurry Area Meeting.

FAIRTRADE: 

Councillor D. Bree asked that the Council as part of its commitment to Local Agenda 21 and in pursuit of sustainable development, agrees to (a) promote awareness of fair trade products to employees and citizens, (b) purchase fair trade coffee, tea and other catering supplies where possible and supply them at meetings, in offices and canteens, (c) work with the local community to develop a strategy to achieve all the five goals necessary to become a 'Fairtrade County'.

In response Acting Director of Services, Ms M. Mc Connell, advised that the matter of purchase of Fairtrade products for catering had been referred to the Riverside Canteen Committee.  Director D. Clarke advised that the matter would be brought to the Community Forum to consider options on promoting a community approach.

PROVISION OF CAR PARK AT CEMETERY AT CARROWNANTY, BALLYMOTE: 

Deputy J. Perry requested that Sligo County Council make funding available for provision of a car park at the cemetery at Carrownanty, Ballymote as there is ground available which would be most suitable.

In response, Mr J. Walsh, Administrative Officer stated that it is Council policy to provide some parking facilities where new cemeteries are being developed, however it is not generally possible to acquire land and provide facilities at existing cemeteries due to lack of funding.

MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP OF DRUMCLIFFE RIVER: 

Deputy J. Perry asked that Sligo County Council carry out maintenance and upkeep of the Drumcliffe River in light of the flooding that has occurred on the property at Bally-na-gallaigh, Drumcliffe on 8th and 9th November 2002.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services set out the proposals to be undertaken in 2003 advising that it will be necessary to consult with the North Western Fishery Board in relation to works on the banks of the river.

He further advised that it is proposed to include the flooding incident in a submission to the Flood Relief Division, Office of Public Works and that the deadline for this submission is 23rd March 2003.

ACTION BY THE US AGAINST IRAQ: 

Councillor D. Bree asked that Sligo County Council deplore and condemn any pre-emptive and /or unilateral action by the US against Iraq, and further demand that the arms inspectors be given sufficient time to complete their work and to furnish reports to the United Nations.

Following a discussion on the matter an amended motion was put forward.

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor A. Higgins

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council condemns any pre-emptive strike or unilateral action by the US against Iraq, and further we demand that the arms inspectors be given sufficient time to complete their work and to furnish reports to the United Nations, and Sligo County Council demand that Saddam Hussein comply immediately with U.N. resolution 144, by co-operating with the UN Inspectors”.

FEE REQUIRED TO MAKE A SUBMISSION ON A PLANNING APPLICATION: 

Councillor D. Bree asked that this Council welcome the determination of the European Commission, that the €20 fee required to object or make a submission in relation to a planning application, is not legal under European Law, and call on the Government to immediately rectify current legislation to remove this illegal charge and further seek a commitment from the Government that all fees paid to date will be refunded.

This was agreed.

It was agreed that items 41 and 42 be deferred to the next meeting of the Council.

AMBULANCE BASE FOR SOUTH SLIGO: 

Councillor M. Gormley asked that this Council call on the North Western Health Board to indicate when the ambulance base for the South Sligo Area which was promised in June 2001 will be provided”.

Following a discussion on the matter it was

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor G. Murray

AND AGREED

“That this Council requests the CEO of the North Western Health Board to meet with Members of this Council”.

CONDITION OF ROAD FROM CULFADDA TO MULLAGHROE: 

Councillor M. Gormley asked the Director of Services, for a full report on the condition of the road from Culfadda to Mullaghroe which has been seriously damaged by the transportation of muck from the site at Culfadda where presently there are 16 houses being constructed.  She further asked when it would be returned to its original state.

In response, Mr T. Carroll, Acting Director of Services acknowledged that the local road network in Culfadda /Mullaghroe had been damaged by haulage of excavated materials by contractors from a local site.

Mr J. Owens, Senior Executive Engineer advised that the Housing contractor in question is responsible for keeping the road maintained during construction and that this item was priced into the Bill of Quantities for the contract.  He further advised that he would be meeting the Contractors Architect in the coming week to determine what action can be taken.  It was agreed that the local members would be kept informed of progress.

VOTES OF SYMPATHY: 

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor G. Murray

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Ms Frances Kelly on the death of her mother, Eileen Duffy”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mr Michael Mc Donagh on the death of his brother, Tim”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mrs Maureen Scanlon and family on the death of her husband, P.J.”

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Kate Scanlon on the death of her son, P.J.”


Proposed by Councillor M. Fleming
Seconded by Councillor J. Perry

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended Mrs Kathleen Mc Allister on the death of her father, Edward Donahue”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mr Seamus Gallagher on the death of his son Daryl”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to the Cunnie Family on the death of Tommie Cunnie”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mrs Rita Brennan on the death  of her brother, John Brett”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mr Andy Mc Keon on the death of his mother, Margaret”


Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor PJ Cawley

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mr Tom Gallagher on the death of his sister, Mary Ellen Candon”.


Proposed by Councillor P. Branley
Seconded by Councillor R. Mc Guinn

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mr Mickey Kilfeather and his son Padraig on the death of his wife, Agnes”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to The Ward family on the death of Willie Ward”.


Proposed by Councillor G. Murray
Seconded by Councillor J. Perry

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mr Joe Candon on the death of his wife, Mary Ellen”.

CONFERENCES: 

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor B. Scanlon

AND AGREED

“That Councillor D. Bree be nominated to attend the Merriman Winter School in Bunratty, Co. Clare from 31st January to 2nd February 2003”.


Proposed by Councillor R. Mc Guinn
Seconded by Councillor A. Colleary

AND AGREED

“That Councillor E. Scanlon be nominated to attend the Association of Municipal Authorities of Ireland Annual Spring Seminar in Letterkenny on 14-15 February 2003”.


Proposed by Councillor A. Colleary
Seconded by Councillor E. Scanlon

AND AGREED

“That Councillor M. Gormley, Councillor P. Conmy, Councillor A. Colleary and Councillor E. Scanlon be nominated to attend the North Tipperary County Council Conference on one off rural housing in Tipperary on 20-21 February 2003.


Proposed by Councillor M. Barrett
Seconded by Councillor L. Conlon

AND AGREED

“That Councillor J. Mc Garry be nominated to attend the Carlow Tourism Conference in Carlow on 27-28 February 2003.


Proposed by Councillor E. Scanlon
Seconded by Councillor R. Mc Guinn

AND AGREED

“That Councillor R. Mc Guinn be nominated to attend the Colmcille Heritage Trust Conference in Letterkenny from 28th February to 2nd March 2003.


Proposed by Councillor G. Murray
Seconded by Councillor J. Perry

AND AGREED

“That Councillor A. Colleary be nominated to attend the transport conference in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary on 7-8th March 2003.


Proposed by Councillor P. Conmy
Seconded by Councillor M. Fleming

AND AGREED

“That Councillor J. Perry, Councillor M. Gormley and Councillor P. Conmy be nominated to attend the Duhallow Conference in Kanturk from 27 – 30th March 2003.


Proposed by Councillor J. Perry
Seconded by Councillor P. Conmy

AND AGREED

“That Councillor P.J. Cawley be nominated to attend the Duhallow Conference in Kanturk on 27-30th March 2003.


Proposed by Councillor L. Conlon
Seconded by Councillor T. Mc Loughlin

AND AGREED

“That Councillor J. Leonard, Councillor A. Colleary, Councillor L. Conlon, Councillor G. Murray, Councillor M. Barrett, Councillor B. Scanlon, Councillor I. Fox, Councillor A. Higgins, Councillor P. Conmy, Councillor J. Devins, Councillor M. Fleming, Councillor E. Scanlon, Councillor P.J. Cawley and Councillor R. Mc Guinn be nominated to attend the LAMA 20th Annual Conference on 24-25th April 2003.


Proposed by Councillor L. Conlon
Seconded by Councillor M. Fleming

AND AGREED

“That Councillor L. Conlon, Councillor P. Conmy, Councillor A. Parke and Councillor M. Barrett be nominated to attend the Chartered Institute of Waste Management Conference in Paignton, Torbay, U.K. on 10-13th June, 2003.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS OF CORRESPONDENCE CIRCULATED: 

  • Minutes of the CPG meeting held on 5th December 2002.
  • Minutes of the Management Team meeting held on 20th January 2003.
  • Minutes of the Management Team meeting held on 4th February 2003.
  • Details of forthcoming conferences.
  • Memorandum from the housing department regarding nominations for traveller representatives on the Local Consultative Committee.

END OF MEETING: 

It was agreed to defer items 15, 19, 30, 41 and 42 to the next meeting of the Council.

The meeting concluded at 5.35pm.


 


Meeting Date 03/03/2003