Agendas 2022

Agenda of April Ordinary Meeting of Sligo County Council to be held on Monday, 4th April 2022 at 10 am


Sligo County Council
Corporate Services,
County Hall,
Riverside,
Sligo

29th March 2022

TO:  THE CATHAOIRLEACH AND EACH MEMBER OF SLIGO COUNTY COUNCIL

The Ordinary Meeting of Sligo County Council will be held:

ON:  Monday, 4th April 2022

AT:  10.00 a.m.

IN:  Council Chamber, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo.

You are requested to attend.

Kevin Colreavy
Meetings Administrator

 

 

CLÁR

  1. To note the minutes of Meeting of Sligo Harbour Advisory Committee held on 2nd June 2021 (Copy attached).
  2. To note the minutes of Meeting of SPC 1 (Housing & Corporate) Group held on 7th December 2021 (Copy attached).
  3. To note the minutes of Meeting of Ballymote-Tubbercurry Municipal District held on 17th January 2022 (Copy attached).
  4. To note the minutes of Meeting of Sligo Borough District held on 24th January 2022 (Copy attached).
  5. To note the minutes of Special Meeting of Sligo Borough District to consider Schedule of MD works 2022 held on 14th March 2022 (Copy attached).
  6. To note the minutes of Special Meeting of Ballymote-Tubbercurry Municipal District to consider Schedule of MD works 2022 held on 14th March 2022 (Copy attached).
  7. To confirm Minutes of Ordinary Meeting of Sligo County Council held on 7th March 2022 (Copy attached).
  8. Report on Burial Ground facilities at Ahamlish and Rosses Point
  9. To note audited accounts of the Sligo BID Company Limited by Guarantee (Reports to follow)
  10. To consider and approve for the Municipal District of Ballymote-Tubbercurry, the Municipal District of Sligo Borough and the Municipal District of Sligo-Drumcliff, the Schedules of Works for 2022 for Roads, Transportation and Infrastructure (Report, Appendices and associated maps attached).
  11. To consider a Draft Policy on the taking in charge of rural public roads (Creation of Public Roads) (Draft Policy and Report attached).
  12. To approve in accordance with Section 6 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1992, and Regulations thereunder, provision of assistance to Sophia Housing Association Company Limited by Guarantee, in the form of Capital Assistance Scheme Loan, in the amount of €156,819, for No. 41 Ard Aisling, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo.
    (Report previously circulated).
  13. 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.”

    Road No. Location and Terminal Points
    L-16044-2 The road serving development known as “Earls Court”, Ballymote, Co. Sligo.
    L-76173-0, L-76173-1
    L-76173-2, L-76173-3
    L-76173-4 and L-76173-5    		 The Roads serving development known as “Youngs Road and Union Walk, Ballisodare Town Centre”, Ballisodare, Co. Sligo

    (Report attached).
  14. To agree allocation of the Regional Festivals and Participative Events fund 2022 (Report attached).
  15. To authorise over expenditure of €23,202,950 reported in the 2021 Annual Financial Statement in accordance with section 104(7) of the Local Government Act 2001, and approve transfers to Capital of €2,360,615.
  16. To consider the Annual Financial Statement for the year ended 31st December 2021.
  17. To adopt Draft Allocation Scheme 2022 (Draft Scheme and Report attached).
  18. To note the Quarterly Management Report for Q1 2022 (Report to follow).

 

DEFERRED MOTIONS

  1. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor J. Queenan and Councillor M. Clarke:
    “To call on Sligo County Council to activate Section 34 6 of the Planning Act so that the development of surfing accommodation on former IDA lands at Easkey, Co Sligo can be considered for planning.”
  2. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor G. O’Boyle:
    “Sligo County Council review the junction at Markievicz Road/Connaughton Road due to recent traffic accidents and if possible, to put a railing up to protect footpath users .”
  3. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor M. Clarke:
    “To call on Sligo County Council to prepare a report on what safety measures will be carried out on access to Corkamore graveyard Templeboy, Given that on the advice of the undertaker on health and safety grounds, two funerals in the last 12 months, had to be diverted to another burial ground, i.e. a woman couldn't be buried with her predeceased husband and a daughter couldn't be laid to rest with her predeceased father, the indigenous people are unable to attend to their family plots and the graveyard is continuing to fall into serious disrepair and dereliction.”
  4. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor G. O’Boyle:
    “To ask for an update on the review of the lease on Easkey house.”
  5. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor A. Gibbons:
    “This local authority calls on the government of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the Green party to initiate a policy of zero tolerance on any individual who inflict domestic violence on another person .”

 

MOTIONS

  1. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor D. Gilroy:
    “Noting the reply to Motion 34 November 2020 Ordinary Meeting of Sligo County Council (Submitted by Cllr Bree) and Motion 45 May 2021 (Submitted by Cllr Gilroy) regarding works at Innishmurray Island, can Sligo County Council Issue an updated report on
    1. Design for proposed works by Langan Consulting Engineers
    2. Has the design of a landing space that involves the cutting of steps into a vertical rock face been completed?
    3. Has the design been forwarded to the department of Marine and if so on what date and if a reply has been received, please state if the Department are satisfied the proposed design meets their requirements?
    4. Progress on procurement of funds to carry out the expected work.
    5. Progress on procurement of a contractor to carry out works.
    6. Report on what inspections if any have been carried out to ensure the preservation and care of the delicate natural and heritage sites on the Island.”
  2. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor M. Casserly:
    “Following from the funding announcements for the development of the Connected Hubs Network can we investigate the possibility of availing of funding and developing digital hubs in North Sligo.”
  3. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor T. Healy:
    “That Sligo County Council calls on government to scrap the planned carbon tax hike. The increase in carbon tax on fuels used to heat homes is due to come into effect on May 1st and on transport fuels on October 12th.”
  4. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor D. Bree:
    “Noting with alarm the revelation that silt volumes at Sligo harbour have nearly doubled in the period since the last underwater survey in 2011; conscious that Sligo is the only working port between Galway and Derry (apart from Killybegs Fishery Harbour); further noting that it is an objective of the Council to retain the port as a viable infrastructural and commercial entity supported by port-related industries and/or business activities; this meeting calls on the Council management to outline its proposals for the retention, development and improvement of the port.” 
  5. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor M. Casserly:
    “To include preschool and childcare facilities to the new scheme to provide Irish Sign Language Support for children whose primary language is Irish Sign Language (ISL) and who are attending recognised schools”
  6. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor M. Casserly:
    “Following the unprovoked and unwarranted Russian aggression and invasion of Ukraine, that we show solidarity for its people by supporting the humanitarian efforts being organised at this critical time for their country and following several requests and offers of help from the public, that an update be provided on the plans and supports that are in place between different agencies including this local authority.”
  7. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor Healy:
    “To Call on Sligo County Council to include the Municipal areas of Sligo/Drumcliffe and Ballymote/Tubbercurry in the Street Cleaning Programme.”
  8. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor D. Gilroy:
    “That the Members of Sligo County Council be provided with a report on Councillors Proposals Funds that details:
    • Exactly what works Councillors Proposals Money can be used for?
    • What amount was used of the €14,000 allocated to each Councillor in 2021?
    • How were any unused funds spent?”
  9. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor D. Gilroy:
    “That Sligo County Council instigate a series of events to mark the 100th Anniversary of the death of Sligo man William Bourke Cockran on March 1st, 2023.

    That these events build on
    1. The work done as part of “The Champion of Liberty” Exhibition held at Sligo City Hall in May 2017
    2. His role played in the development of America as a world power
    3. His role in Ireland achieving her independence and taking her place among the Nations of the Earth
    4. The additional information discovered regarding the role played by Cockran together with other Sligo men and women in the Irish American community

    That these events embrace the Sligo Diaspora in New York and throughout the United States, and that the American Irish Historical Society be invited to bring the story of Bourke Cockran to the American Irish.

    That as the 3rd Freeman of Sligo (June 6th, 1903) the Name of William Bourke Cockran be added to the List of Freemen in Sligo City Hall.”
  10. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor S. Maguire:
    “This council will re-establish our Covid emergency response team with a view to responding comprehensively to the Ukrainian refugee crisis and will support the work of Rapid Response Ukraine including, if possible, the provision of a drop in centre for refugees to reconnect and obtain necessary supports and information.”
  11. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor S. Maguire:
    “This council will write to department of the environment urging planning laws to be revised to make it easier for people to bring older homes back into use, and for a €60,000 refurbishment grant to be put in place to help those willing to refurbish homes to an improved standard.”
  12. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor G. Mullaney:
    “To write to the Government and the EU Commission requesting them to increase the budgets for community development in the light of the unprecedented inflation in the cost of building materials, labour and associated costs. Many approved projects have been tendered in 2021 at quotes which are now inadequate for the contractors.”
  13. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor T. Walsh:
    “In light of a recent report into the Emergency Department at Sligo University Hospital which was carried out by Ms Fiona Mc Daid, Emergency Nurse specialist that Sligo County Council calls for the business plan recently submitted to the HSE by management for 8 additional nurses for the Emergency Department to be immediately approved.

    In addition, that Sligo County Council wishes the HSE to clarify if the recently opened Paeds Beds in the ED are operating 24 hours a day and if those beds have an allocated qualified nurse.

    That this Motion be relayed for reply for the Minister for Health, to the CEO of the HSE and the CEO of Saolta Group.”
  14. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor A. Gibbons:
    “That this council calls on the coalition government of FF, FG, and the Green Party along with the soft independents to introduce further cost of living measures before next October's budget. The government sitting on its hands until October is a non-runner. It is not good enough. Workers and families need action now.”
  15. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor T. Healy:
    “To Call on Sligo County Council to use all the powers they have in Planning Enforcement & Building Control to address the ongoing saga regarding the Old Mill apartment in Ballisadare. I also requested that a deadline be placed on the development to progress works.”
  16. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor D. Mulvey:
    “To ask Sligo County Council to invite a representative from Sligo Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) to make a presentation on the services they provide. MABS is a state-funded, FREE, confidential, and independent service for people with debt and money management concerns.”
  17. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor S. Maguire:
    “That Sligo County Council will undertake remedial repair works on walking routes before the Summer season around the county. In particular to enquire if a better surface which would be mobility friendly could be placed to facilitate sea swimmers at Dorrins Strand.”
  18. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillors G. O’Boyle, M. Clarke, R. O’Grady, T. Fox:
    “Sligo County Council contact the relevant department to cover the cost of a full dredging of Sligo harbour and navigation channel as there are no funding streams available in regional commercial harbours like Sligo.”
  19. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor G. O’Boyle:
    “Can Sligo County Council give a breakdown of operational expenses of monies giving to the dog shelter? 
    • Who are reports from the dog shelter sent to?
    If Sligo dog pound and Sligo animal rescue are the same place as recorded by dogs trust there are 494 dogs unaccounted for.
    • Where do these dogs end up.
    • where is the documentation to record the whereabouts of these dogs from 2014-2021.”
  20. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor G. O’Boyle:
    “Sligo County Council calls on the Minister for Health to deliver a date for abortion services to be available in Sligo.”
  21. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor T. Walsh:
    “To seek clarity from Sligo County Council on when the consultation process will begin relative to the proposed provision of a one way traffic system for Collooney.”
  22. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor T. Walsh:
    “To seek an update from Sligo County Council relative to the publication of a Festivals and Events Strategy for County Sligo and the recruitment of the Festivals and Events Manager.”
  23. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor T. Fox:
    “That Sligo County Council carry out an overall review of road markings on local roads.”
  24. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor D. Bree:
    “That Sligo County Council again calls on Iarnrod Éireann to provide an early morning commuter rail service from Longford serving all stations - Dromod, Carrick, Boyle, Ballymote, Collooney to Sligo arriving in Sligo’s MacDiarmada Station before 9.00.a.m. and that we seek the support of the Northern and Western Regional Assembly for this initiative.”
  25. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor D. Bree:
    “That the Council be provided with a list of the properties in each Municipal District that are currently on the Derelict Sites Register, the value of each property, those that have been pursued for levies and how much money has been recouped to date.”
  26. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor A. Gibbons:
    “To call on this council: to affirm that there is no place in Sligo / Ireland for any form of discrimination against people who have come to Ireland to make it their home and to work and live their lives. This is even more relevant now because of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and that we remain vigilant form any attempt by far-right groups to vilify either Russian or Ukrainian people who have come to our country.”
  27. To consider the following motion as submitted by Councillor A. Gibbons:
    “To call on this council to write to the Fianna Fáil Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly and the HSE and request them to stop breaking the law, stop cutting corners, and provide children with disabilities with the services they need.”
  28. Votes of Sympathy.
  29. Votes of Congratulations.
  30. Conferences/Training.
  31. To note the summary of proceedings of conferences attended in accordance with Section 142(5) (f) of the Local Government Act, 2001.
  32. Correspondence:
    1. Email dated 2nd March 2022 from the Office of An Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment regarding request for delegation from Sligo County Council to meet the Minister regarding the closure of BBraun in Collooney, Co Sligo.
    2. Copy of resolution passed by the Members of Ballinamore Municipal District, Leitrim County Council regarding reduction of VAT rate on diesel and petrol by 50% for six months to help reduce the cost of living.
    3. Letter dated 10th March 2022 from the Office of the Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Hildegarde Naughton TD in relation to the Coast Guard Helicopter Search & Rescue Base at Sligo Airport.
    4. Response email received from Mr. Martin Beirne, HSE following letter of thanks to Mr. Beirne and his team for their work to date on the new 160 acre Woodland Park Project at Cloonamahon, Collooney, Co Sligo.
    5. Letter dated 9th March 2022 from the Office of the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage regarding maximum grant limits under the Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and People with a disability.
    6. Acknowledgement email dated 14th March 2022 from the Office of the Minister for Health regarding Hyperemesis Gravidarum supports.
    7. Acknowledgement email dated 14th March 2022 from the Office of the Minister for Health regarding Occupational Therapy at the Children’s Disability Network Service Sligo.
    8. Email dated 16th March 2022 from the office of Marian Harkin TD, regarding funding for upgrade of CCTV cameras in Co Sligo.
    9. Further email dated 16th March 2022 from the office of Marian Harkin TD, regarding funding for upgrade of CCTV cameras in Co Sligo.
    10. Acknowledgement email dated 23rd March 2022 from the Office of the Minister of State for Community Development & Charities regarding funding for upgrade of CCTV cameras in Co Sligo.
    11. Acknowledgement letter dated 22nd March 2022 from the Office of An Taoiseach regarding redress and assistance for Irish children born in England and brought back to Ireland for adoption/placement in orphanages.
    12. Acknowledgement letter dated 22nd March 2022 from the Office of An Taoiseach regarding funding/education around violence against women; laws on cyber flashing/legislation on use of pepper spray.
    13. Acknowledgement letter dated 22nd March 2022 from the Office of An Taoiseach regarding public inquiry into miscarriages of justice outlined in the RTE “Crimes and Confessions” television series.
    14. Acknowledgement letter dated 22nd March 2022 from the Office of An Taoiseach regarding funding allocation to the NTA to allow for the introduction of the new S3 bus service in Sligo town.
    15. Letter dated 29th March 2022 from the Cathaoirleach to the Minister for Agriculture, Charlie McConalogue TD.
    16. Letter dated 29th March 2022 from the Cathaoirleach to Mr. Tony Canavan CEO Saolta University Healthcare Group.
  33. Matters arising from Minutes.
  34. Any other business.

 


Meeting Date 04/04/2022