Minutes 2004

Minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting of Sligo County Council held on 4th October 2004 at 2.00pm in the Council Chamber, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo.


MEMBERS PRESENT: 

  • Baker,
  • Barrett,
  • Barry,
  • Bree,
  • Cawley,
  • Colleary,
  • Conmy,
  • Devins,
  • Fleming,
  • Fox,
  • Gormley,
  • Healy McGowan,
  • Henry,
  • Higgins,
  • Kilgannon,
  • Leonard,
  • Lundy,
  • Mac Manus,
  • McGarry,
  • McGrath,
  • McLoughlin,
  • Mullaney,
  • Murray,
  • Queenan,
  • Sherlock.

OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE: 

  • Mr H. Kearns, County Manager
  • Mr T. Caffrey, Director of Services
  • Ms D. Clarke, Director of Services
  • Mr S. Concannon, Director of Services
  • Mr T. Kilfeather, Head of Finance
  • Mr D. Breen, Acting Director of Services
  • Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer
  • Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer
  • Ms M. Mc Connell, Senior Executive Officer
  • Mr F. O’ Driscoll, Senior Executive Engineer
  • Mr J. Owens, Senior Executive Engineer
  • Mr R. Lavin, Management Accountant
  • Mr F. Mac Nabb, Administrative Officer
  • Mr T. Rooney, Administrative Officer
  • Ms C. Kenny, Staff Officer
  • Ms F. Couch, Clerical Officer

1. MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING HELD ON 6TH SEPTEMBER 2004: 

Proposed by Councillor J. Lundy
Seconded by Councillor J. Queenan

AND AGREED

“That the minutes of the ordinary council meeting held on 6th September 2004 be and are hereby confirmed”.

2. MINUTES OF ADJOURNED ORDINARY MEETING HELD ON 13TH SEPTEMBER 2004: 

Proposed by Councillor J. Queenan
Seconded by Councillor M. Barrett

AND AGREED

“That the minutes of the adjourned ordinary council meeting held on 13th September 2004 be and are hereby confirmed”.

3. MINUTES OF DROMORE WEST AREA MEETING HELD ON 3RD FEBRUARY 2004: 

Proposed by Councillor M. Barrett
Seconded by Councillor J. Queenan

AND AGREED

“That the minutes of the Dromore West electoral area meeting held on 3rd February 2004 be and are hereby confirmed”.

4. MINUTES OF BALLYMOTE AREA MEETING HELD ON 6TH MAY 2004: 

Proposed by Councillor J. Leonard
Seconded by Councillor P. Mc Grath

AND AGREED

“That the minutes of the Ballymote electoral area meeting held on 6th May 2004 be and are hereby confirmed”.

5. ELECTION OF NINE MEMBERS TO SLIGO VOCATIONAL EDUCATION COMMITTEE: 

A group consisting of Councillor T. Mc Loughlin, Councillor G. Mullaney and Councillor P. Conmy nominated Councillor Michael Fleming to Sligo VEC.

A group consisting of Councillor M. Barrett, Councillor I. Henry and Councillor P. Mc Grath nominated Councillor J. Leonard to Sligo VEC.

A group consisting of Councillor G. Murray, Councillor J. Leonard and Councillor M. Fleming nominated Councillor I. Fox to Sligo VEC.


Proposed by Councillor V. Cawley
Seconded by Councillor D. Bree

AND AGREED

“That Councillor J. Mc Garry be appointed to the VEC Committee”.


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

AND AGREED

“That Councillor M. Gormley be appointed a member of the VEC”.


Proposed by Councillor A. Higgins
Seconded by Councillor P. Barry

AND AGREED

“That Councillors Joe Queenan, John Sherlock, Seamus Kilgannon and Jerry Lundy be nominated to Sligo VEC”.


As there were nine members put forward for nine positions, the Cathaoirleach, Councillor M. Gormley declared Councillors Fleming, Leonard, Fox, McGarry, Gormley, Queenan, Sherlock, Kilgannon and Lundy elected to County Sligo Vocational Education Committee.

Councillor S. Mac Manus wished to be recorded as dissenting.

6. DISPOSAL OF HOUSE AT SLIGO ROAD, TUBBERCURRY: 

Proposed by Councillor A. Colleary
Seconded by Councillor J. Lundy

AND AGREED

“To approve, pursuant to Section 183 of the Local Government Act, 2001, the disposal of property at Sligo Road, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo to John Maye”.

7. DISPOSAL OF HOUSE AT EMLAGH, BALLYMOTE, CO. SLIGO: 

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

AND AGREED

“To approve, pursuant to Section 183 of the Local Government Act, 2001, the disposal of property at Emlagh, Ballymote, Co. Sligo to Terence and Maureen Deegan”.

7A. TAKING IN CHARGE OF ESTATES: 

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

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council proceed with the taking in charge of the following estates:

  • Liam Scott’s estate – 8 no. houses at Knockacullen, Dromore West, Co. Sligo
  • Michael Clarke’s estate 5 no. houses at Dromore, Dromore West, Co. Sligo”.

8. SUBMISSION ON REVIEW OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCING: 

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor J. Mc Garry

AND AGREED

“That the Corporate Policy Group draft and make a submission to the review on local government financing”.

9 AND 34. PEDESTRIAN CROSSING AT BURMA ROAD, STRANDHILL: 

Councillor S. Mac Manus asked that the County Manager provide as a matter of urgency, a pedestrian crossing in Strandhill adjacent to the Church, to enhance the safety of pedestrians, particularly of children attending Strandhill National School.  Councillor D. Bree asked when the requested pedestrian crossing and traffic calming measures are to be put in place on the Burma Road, Strandhill.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that a sum of €25,00 had been provided in the 2004 roadworks scheme to provide traffic calming measures including a pedestrian crossing at the junction of C.R. 274 and Burmah Road in Strandhill and that these works would be carried out in the near future.

10. HEALTH SERVICES IN SLIGO AND THE NORTH WEST: 

Councillor T. Mc Loughlin called on the Minister for Health to provide additional funding for the urgent improvement of essential health services in Sligo and the North West.

Following a discussion on the matter it was:

Proposed by Councillor T. Mc Loughlin
Seconded by Councillor P. Conmy

AND AGREED

“That this Council call on the Minister for Health, Ms Harney, to meet with a deputation of Sligo County Council and Oireachtas members from this Area, to discuss the state of the health service in this area”.

Proposed by Councillor V. Cawley
Seconded by Councillor J. Mc Garry

AND AGREED

“That the Minister for Health be contacted and asked for a report on the up to date position on the role out of the breast check service that has been agreed for the West of Ireland following the announcement that funding has been provided”.

11. TAKING IN CHARGE OF THE BLENNICKS, ROSSES POINT. 

Councillor J. Devins asked that Sligo County Council undertake a process to take “The Blennicks” in Rosses Point in charge.

In response Mr D. Breen, Acting Director of Services stated that there are outstanding works to be put in place before the Council could consider taking the estate in charge.

12. WATER QUALITY AT THE BLENNICKS, ROSSES POINT: 

Councillor J. Devins asked that Sligo County Council carry out an investigation in to the water quality provided to “The Blennicks” in Rosses Point.

In response Mr D. Breen, Senior Executive Officer stated that samples of drinking water from the Blennicks taken on 2nd and 3rd October complied with all check monitoring parameters under EC (Drinking Water) Regulations, 2000.

13. FOOTPATHS AND ROADWORKS BESIDE BALLYGAWLEY: 

Councillor G. Murray asked for the up to date position with regard to footpaths and roadworks beside Ballygawley village.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that the developers of the housing development currently under construction would be required to construct footpaths adjacent to the development and that following this consideration can be given to the completion of footpaths on the western side of the village.

14. RESURFACING OF ROAD IN HILLCREST HOUSING ESTATE, STRANDHILL: 

Councillor J. Mc Garry asked that Sligo County Council indicate what funding is available in 2005 to carry out resurfacing of the road in Hillcrest housing estate, Strandhill.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that this proposal would be considered in the context of the 2005 roadworks programme.

15. RESPONSIBILITIES FOR WATER SAFETY ON THE GARAVOGUE RIVER: 

Councillor Healy Mc Gowan asked who has responsibility for water safety on the Garavogue River and what training is provided for personnel involved in water safety on the river and what equipment is available for rescue operations.

In response Mr D. Breen, Acting Director of Services stated that Sligo Borough Council have responsibility for water safety on the Garavogue river, the emergency services available include the Fire Service, Civil Defence, Royal National Lifeboat Institution and a rescue helicopter based in Strandhill.

16. AREA ZONED FOR SPORT AND RECREATION IN STRANDHILL: 

Councillor D. Healy Mc Gowan asked that the area zoned for sport and recreation at Airport Road, Strandhill be developed immediately.

Following a discussion on the matter, it was

Proposed by Councillor T. Mc Loughlin
Seconded by Councillor S. Mac Manus

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council agree to a meeting of Strandhill sporting organisations, Council officials and all the public representatives for the Strandhill electoral area”.

17. BROADBAND IN STRANDHILL: 

Councillor D. Healy Mc Gowan asked that the County Manager ensure that broadband be made available to Strandhill as a matter of urgency.

In response Ms D. Clarke, Director of Services stated that the Enterprise and Technology Centre in Strandhill who are involved in delivering broadband to Strandhill, had been informed of a group broadband scheme launched by the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources.  They are examining this rural broadband programme and also looking at other alternatives.

18. GEEVAGH /HIGHWOOD GROUP WATER SCHEME: 

Councillor G. Mullaney asked that Sligo County Council take responsibility and direct management of the extensive Geevagh /Highwood Group Water scheme which serves 470 households from Lough Arrow to Ballintogher.

In response Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer stated it is not proposed to take in charge the Geevagh –Highwood group water scheme as the strategic rural water plan for County Sligo specifies that all schemes supplied from private sources remain in private ownership and that this scheme is one of 6 private schemes in south east Sligo which have formed a bundle for the purpose of procuring treatment and longterm operation and maintenance under a design /build /operate contract.

19. QUARRY AT ARIGNA: 

Councillor G. Mullaney asked with reference to the quarry at Arigna managed by Hill Street Quarries, that Sligo County Council provide a report on the impact on the environment and the quality of life for local people with respect to health and safety.

In response Mr D. Breen, Acting Director of Services stated that there may be an opportunity to address issues which local residents complain of in the process of registration to be complied with by April 2005 for quarries such as this.

20. LANDS AT YOUNG’S QUARRY, BALLISODARE: 

Councillor J. Sherlock asked if the Council is in a position to transfer lands (Young’s Quarry) at Ballisodare to the Community Council to allow proposals for the said lands to advance.

In response Director Clarke stated that the matter is under consideration and a decision on the transfer of the site would be made in the near future.

21. ROADS AND FOOTPATHS AT KIERNAN AVENUE AND CHURCH VIEW, COLLOONEY AND AT STELLA MARIS AND ABBEY DRIVE, BALLISODARE: 

Councillor J. Sherlock asked if plans are in place to upgrade roads and footpaths at St Mary’s Green /Kiernan Avenue and Church View in Collooney also at Stella Maris and Abbey Drive, Ballisodare.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that these proposals would be considered in the context of the 2005 roadworks programme when it is being considered at the Ballymote electoral area meeting.

22. BURIAL GROUNDS AT MOUNT IRWIN AND COURT ABBEY: 

Councillor M. Gormley asked that funding be provided in the estimates for the extension of the burial grounds at Mountirwin and Courtabbey.

In response Ms D. Mc Donagh, Acting Administrative Officer stated that capital funds would be required for the purchase of land and this could not be provided directly in the estimates however provision could be made for loan repayments if further borrowing is authorised and if this matter is deemed a priority.

23. CARROWREAGH KNOX WATER SUPPLY SCHEME: 

Councillor M. Gormley asked that due to the ongoing problems on the Carrowreagh Knox Water Scheme that the council commence the process of replacing the defective pipes on a phased basis.

In response Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer stated that the pipe network could not be replaced on a phased basis, it is proposed to include €12,500 in the 2005 estimates for the provision of a short term solution.  The long term solution is to re-lay the existing pipeline and it is proposed to apply to the DoEHLG to have this work included in stage 3 of the water conservation programme.

24. ESSENTIAL REPAIRS GRANTS: 

Councillor J. Queenan asked that €150,000 be allocated in the 2005 estimates towards funding essential repairs and disabled persons grants and that the essential repairs grant should cover roof, chimney, repairs plus windows and doors.

In response Director Caffrey stated that this is a matter for discussion when the estimates are being prepared and considered, and that roofs, chimneys, windows and doors can be considered under the scheme where the useful life of the house is being prolonged.

25. COUNCILLOR PROPOSAL MONIES: 

Councillor J. Queenan asked that the Councillor proposal monies be increased in 2005 estimates and that these monies could also be used on Regional roads as well as County roads.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that funding for general maintenance of local roads comes from the council’s own resources, the councillors proposal allocation comes from this fund and it is may not be prudent to extend this scheme to undertake improvements to the regional road network.

26. FOOTPATHS ON REGIONAL ROAD 102 AT WOODLAWNS TO R297: 

Councillor J. Queenan asked for an indication as to when work will commence on constructing new footpaths on Road 102 at Woodlawns to R297.

In response Mr T. Carroll stated that it is proposed to include this for consideration at local area meetings under the draft roadworks scheme for 2005 .

27. KEELOGUES BURIAL GROUND, BALLINTRILLICK: 

Councillor I. Fox asked that funding be provided in the 2005 estimates for the extension to Keelogues burial ground, Ballintrillick.

In response Ms D. Mc Donagh, Acting Administrative Officer stated that purchase of land for the extension of burial grounds is a capital transaction and will have to be dealt with outside the estimates process, however provision could be made in the estimates for loan repayments if further borrowing is authorised, and the matter is prioritised.

28 AND 31. CALRY ROAD 267: 

Councillor Ita Fox and Councillor S. Kilgannon asked that Sligo County Council call on Minister Brennan and the NRA provide funding to have the Calry Road 267 upgraded from a secondary road to regional status.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that a submission had been made to the DoEHLG some time ago to consider the upgrading of Calry road but that it had been unsuccessful.

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

AND AGREED

“To ask the County Manager to arrange a meeting with Minister Cullen with a view to seeking funding to have the Calry road 267 upgraded from a secondary road to regional status”.

29. TRAFFIC CALMING ON MOUNTAIN ROAD, TUBBERCURRY: 

Councillor J. Lundy asked that the Council provide traffic calming measures on Mountain Road, Tubbercurry in the interests of safety.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that it is proposed to erect new ‘Slow Children Crossing’ signs at this location.

30. SIGNPOSTS ON N17 AT RHUE: 

Councillor J. Lundy asked that the Council provide a sign post on N17 at Rhue, indicating villages of Banada, Tourlestrane and Aclare.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that new fingerpost signs for Banada, Tourlestrane and Aclare would be erected in the near future.

32. ROUTE FOR WESTERN BYPASS: 

Councillor S. Kilgannon asked the Director of Services to give the council an update on what progress has been made in relation to the identification of a route for the western bypass.

In response Director Concannon stated that work is ongoing on at traffic and transportation study for Sligo to provide information on the scale and possible locations of a western bypass, the study is expected to be completed by the end of 2004 with route selection following in 2005.

33. FLOODING ON ROAD NO. 350 NEAR JUNCTION WITH DRUM ROAD NO. 258: 

Councillor S. Kilgannon asked that the Director of Services examine the cause of flooding on the road no. 350 near the junction with the Drum road no. 258 and that funding be made available in 2005 to resurface road no. 350.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that flooding occurs occasionally during spells of heavy rain due to the topography of the area, as a large area of land slopes toward this area.  Road no. 350 will be considered for inclusion under the 2005 local road restoration improvement scheme.

35. PART V OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ACT, 2000: 

Councillor D. Bree asked for the number of social and affordable houses to be provided in the Strandhill area to date in the context of Part V of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, and if certain developers have been permitted to make a financial contribution to the Council in lieu of 20% of their site being transferred to the Council for social and affordable housing.

In response Director Caffrey stated that only one agreement with a developer in the Strandhill area had been reached to date, which provided for two affordable houses and a financial contribution, negotiations are ongoing with other developers.

Mr H. Kearns, County Manager stated that as Part V applies in zoned areas only it is intended that by the end of 2005 many of the major growth areas in Sligo will be zoned for housing.

36. INSURANCE CLAIMS: 

Councillor D. Bree asked that the Council be provided with a report giving a breakdown of claims made against the authority over the period of the past five years, the nature of the claims, the number of claims brought to court, the number settled and the numbers outstanding, the amount of compensation paid out by the Council and /or its insurance company and the costs of the Councils legal bill.

In response Mr T. Kilfeather, Head of Finance stated that in the five years to the end of 2003 176 claims had been made of which 134 had been settled.  The claims cost €2,662,452 and this amount is covered by our insurance policies.  Of the 176 cases 162 were public liability claims and 14 claims were made under our employers liability policy.

37. TUBBERCURRY BYPASS: 

Councillor M. Fleming asked that we request the Minister for Transport and the NRA to allocate funding for necessary works to commence on primary route N17, which includes bypass of Tubbercurry as a matter of urgency.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that a grant of €400,0000 has been secured to recommence the planning of the N17 Tubbercurry bypass.  The ground investigation contract is due to commence shortly and a submission has been made to the NRA to continue the planning in 2005 to include CPO /EIS.

38. WATER MAINS ON MOUNTAIN ROAD, TUBBERCURRY: 

Councillor M. Fleming asked that Sligo County Council extend existing 6 water mains to Mountain Road, Tubbercurry to increase pressure and volume available to consumers in that area.

In response Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer stated that satisfactory pressure tests had been carried out on the existing water main on the Mountain road and that no complaints had been received from customers of the service.  The consumption of water on the Carrowreagh-Cooper group water supply scheme cannot be accurately assessed as the meter is not working and this will need to be addressed.

39. DANGEROUS BENDS ON R294: 

Councillor M. Fleming asked that the Council include the removal of dangerous bends west of Carn national school, Gurteen on regional road 294 in the roadworks programme 2005.

In response Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer stated that a study of realignment needs for the R294 is underway and proposals for the removal of bends west of Carns national school are being included in that study.

40. FOOTPATHS AND LIGHTING FROM CAMROSS ESTATE TO BALLYMOTE: 

Councillor P. Mc Grath asked that the Council provide as a matter of urgency, footpaths and lighting from Camross estate to Ballymote.

In response Director Caffrey stated that the Part 8 permission provided for 159 houses in Carrownanty, of which 30 were built.  Department funding was apportioned and grant aid of €13,296 was received which was insufficient to complete the footpath.  He confirmed that this matter would be taken up with the Department.

41. VOTES OF SYMPATHY: 

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Sheila Mc Gowan on the death of her mother, Brigid Mc Kim”.


Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor A. Colleary

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Jimmy Henry on the death of his sister, Mary Furey”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Michael Mc Kim on the death of his mother, Bridget”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Sean Gorman on the death of his brother, Dominic”.


Proposed by Councillor G. Murray
Seconded by Councillor P. Mc Grath

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mai Langton on the death of her husband, Bertie”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Paddy Egan on the death of his cousin, Marty Mc Cormack”.


Proposed by Councillor M. Baker
Seconded by Councillor G. Mullaney

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Joe Leahany on the death of his aunt, Mary Ann Brehony”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Eileen Mc Hugh on the death of her brother, John Joe Jackson”

Proposed by Councillor J. Sherlock
Seconded by Councillor M. Baker

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to the Benson family on the death of Edward Benson”.

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to the Breslin family on the death of John Breslin”.

43. CONFERENCES: 

Proposed by Councillor J. Mc Garry
Seconded by Councillor S. Mac Manus

AND AGREED

“That Councillor V. Cawley and Councillor J. Mc Garry be nominated to attend the Great Blasket Commemoration 2004 in Tralee on 8-10 October 2004”.


Proposed by Councillor P. Mc Grath
Seconded by Councillor J. Sherlock

AND AGREED

“That Councillor G. Murray be nominated to attend the Great Blasket Commemoration 2004 in Tralee on 8-10 October 2004”.


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

AND AGREED

“That Councillor G. Murray be nominated to attend the local political leadership conference in Mallow on 14-16 October 2004”.

Proposed by Councillor A. Colleary
Seconded by Councillor D. Healy Mc Gowan

AND AGREED

“That Councillor A. Colleary and Councillor D. Healy Mc Gowan be nominated to attend the AMAI annual conference in Listowel on 16-18 September”.


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

AND AGREED

“That Councillor I. Henry, Councillor J. Leonard and Councillor P. Mc Grath be nominated to attend the La Touche Legacy Seminar in Wicklow on 1-3 October”.


Proposed by Councillor D. Healy Mc Gowan
Seconded by Councillor A. Colleary

AND AGREED

That Councillor J. Sherlock be nominated to attend the Local political leadership conference in Mallow on 14-16 October”.


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

AND AGREED

“That Councillor I. Henry and Councillor J. Leonard be nominated to attend the Les Rencontres de Lille conference in France on 28-31 October”.


Proposed by Councillor J. Mc Garry
Seconded by Councillor V. Cawley

AND AGREED

“That Councillor J. Mc Garry be nominated to attend the Roscrea Autumn conference 2004 in Tipperary on 29-31 October”


Proposed by Councillor M. Baker
Seconded by Councillor P. Barry

AND AGREED

“That Councillor J. Lundy and Councillor J. Mc Garry be nominated to attend the local government financing conference in Carlow on 5-6 November 2004”.


Proposed by Councillor S. Kilgannon
Seconded by Councillor J. Lundy

AND AGREED

“That Councillor P. Barry be nominated to attend the LAMA annual winter seminar in Dundalk on 12-13 November”.


Proposed by Councillor M. Baker
Seconded by Councillor P. Barry

AND AGREED

“That Councillor J. Lundy and Councillor J. Queenan be nominated to attend the LAMA annual winter seminar on 12-13 November”.


Proposed by Councillor J. Sherlock
Seconded by Councillor I. Henry

AND AGREED

“That Councillor A. Colleary, Councillor D. Healy Mc Gowan and Councillor J. Devins be nominated to attend the LAMA annual winter seminar on 12-13 November”.


Proposed by Councillor P. Barry
Seconded by Councillor D. Healy Mc Gowan

AND AGREED

“That Councillor I. Henry be nominated to attend the LAMA annual winter seminar in Dundalk on 12-13 November”.

44.  CORRESPONDENCE: 

With regard to item 44(c) Councillor M. Gormley expressed dissatisfaction with the response received from Iarnrod Eireann.

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor M. Fleming

AND AGREED

“That this Council calls on the Managing Director of Iarnrod Eireann, Mr Joe Meaghar to attend a meeting of Sligo County Council to discuss Sligo /Dublin students train”.

With regard to item 44(h), it was noted that a reply had not yet been received.  Director Concannon stated that he would raise this matter with the department.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS CIRCULATED AT THE MEETING: 

  • Minutes of CPG meeting held on 19th July 2004.
  • Minutes of CPG meeting held on 6th September 2004.
  • Minutes of CPG meeting held on 17th September 2004.
  • Letter from the General Council of County Councils regarding review of local government finance.
  • Details of forthcoming conferences.


The meeting ended at 5.30pm



Meeting Date 04/10/2005