Minutes 2006

Minutes of Ordinary Meeting which was held in the Council Chamber, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo on 6th November 2006 at 2pm.


MEMBERS PRESENT:

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

OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE:

  • Mr H. Kearns, County Manager
  • Mr P. Forkan, Director of Services
  • Ms D. Clarke, Director of Services
  • Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer
  • Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer
  • Mr D. Breen, Senior Executive Engineer
  • Mr F. Mac Nabb, Administrative Officer
  • Ms D. Finnerty, A.SEO
  • Mr T. Kilfeather, Head of Finance
  • Mr D. Harrison, SEE
  • Mr J. Murphy, SEO
  • Mr C. McNamara, Staff Officer
  • Ms L. Conlon, Clerical Officer

CATHAOIRLEACH:

The Cathaoirleach, Councillor J. McGarry presided.

1) MINUTES OF THE BALLYMOTE ELECTORAL AREA MEETING:

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

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the Ballymote Electoral Area Meeting held on the 14th September 2006 are hereby confirmed".

2) MINUTES OF ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING:

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

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on the 2nd October 2006 are hereby confirmed".

3) MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED ORDINARY MEETING:

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

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the Adjourned Ordinary Meeting held on the 9th October 2006 are hereby confirmed".

4) SECTION 183: DISPOSAL OF LAND AT LISNALURG/SHANNON OUGHTER:

Proposed by Councillor S. Kilgannon
Seconded by Councillor M. Fleming

AND AGREED

"To approve, pursuant to Section 183 of the Local Government Act 2001, the disposal of land at Lisnalurg/Shannon Oughter".

The County Manager stated that an area plan is being prepared for this North Fringe area and it is hoped that this would be brought before the members in the near future.

5) PART 8: CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AND ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS AT CARNEY, CO. SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor V. Cawley
Seconded by Councillor S. Kilgannon

AND AGREED

"To approve in accordance with Part 8 of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations, 2001, the proposed construction of a new wastewater treatment plant and associated site works at Carney, Co. Sligo"

6) UPGRADING OF THE WATER SUPPLY IN THE COOLANEY-ROCKFIELD AREA:

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

AND AGREED

"That approval be given to carry out the upgrading of the water supply in the Coolaney-Rockfield area and incurring of the associated expenditure as per the report of the Director of Services".

7) LOCAL GOVERNMENT AUDITORS REPORT:

"The member noted the Local Government Auditors Report issued on October 10th 2006 in accordance with Section 120(1) of the Local Government Act, 2001 in respect of the Financial Statements of the Council for the year ended 31st December 2005".

Proposed by Councillor S. MacManus
Seconded by Councillor D. Bree

AND AGREED

"That a report of Development levies outstanding at the end of 2005 be brought before the members by February 2007 Ordinary Meeting".

With regard to the Local Government Auditors comments on funding of salaries through Planning Contributions/Fees the County Manager stated that to administer all these schemes, the design, planning, direct management and supervision of approved projects that may take years to come to fruition required the Council to incur these legitimate costs on an ongoing basis.

8) REVISED FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION SCHEME:

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

AND AGREED

"Having considered the draft scheme and the County Managers report under Section 48(6) and the recommendation of the Minister of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, this Council resolves to make the scheme as proposed by the County Manager".

Councillor M. Gormley dissented.

The County Manager stated that the members would be provided with regular reports on the collection and expenditure of financial contributions.

9) TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS BE EXTENDED AT CLIFFONEY ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VILLAGE:

Proposed by Councillor V. Cawley
Seconded by Councillor J. McGarry

"That traffic restrictions be extended at Cliffoney on both sides of the village for the length of the narrow road for health and safety reasons".

In Response Mr T. Carroll SE stated the following:

A traffic calming scheme on N15 at the village of Cliffoney was constructed in 2000-2001 by Sligo County Council funded by NRA. It is recommended that the Gateways on approaches to village be extended. The matter of dangerous parking at approaches to village is a matter of enforcement by An Garda Síochana. A preferred route for the full realignment and upgrade of National Primary Route N15 was approved by members of Sligo County Council in February 2006.

10) PEDESTRIAN CROSSING IN GRANGE:

Proposed by Councillor V. Cawley
Seconded by Councillor P. Barry

"That the National Road Authority be requested to provide pedestrian crossing in Grange and Cliffoney".

In Response Mr T. Carroll SE stated the following:

A proposed pedestrian crossing on N15 in village of Grange will be constructed in 2007 subject to funding from NRA. The construction of a pedestrian crossing in Cliffoney will be considered by NRA in context of 2007 Low Cost Accident Scheme Programme.

11) COUNCIL STAFF WAGE INCREASES:

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

"I ask that Council Staff be paid wage increases as they fall due".

In Response Mr T. Kilfeather, Head of Finance stated the following:

Payment of wage increases to all staff and retired staff is firstly dependent on sanction from the Minister of Environment, Heritage and Local Government to pay such awards. For the most recent increases due form June 1st 2006 sanction was received on July 26th 2006. The timing of payment of arrears is further impacted by the fact that the current payroll software used by the majority of local authorities, including the Sligo authorities has no facility to automatically calculate arrears due. This necessitates Finance staff, once Ministerial sanction has been received, having to manually calculate the sums due to approximately 800 current staff, retired staff, VEC pensioners and other Agencies employees who we are responsible for calculating payroll on behalf of. A calculation has to be made for each individual. This is a hugely time consuming and laborious exercise which is unfortunately giving rise to delays between the time wage increases fall due and their payment. Currently the Local Government Computer services Board is tendering for a new HR, Payroll and Superannuation system which will incorporate automatic calculation of pay arrears and will significantly shorten the time span between increases falling due and their payment. The current timescale for the new system to be in place is January 1st 2008. In the meantime we will make every effort to pay the increase due as early as possible.  

12) 2007 COUNTY FLEADH:

It was agreed that Items 17 and 31 also be dealt with at this time:

Proposed by M. Gormley
Seconded by S. MacManus

AND AGREED

"That Sligo County Council provide a grant of €2000 to Craobh Coleman C.C.E Gurteen towards the cost of hosting the 2007 County Fleadh".

17).

Proposed by M. Fleming
Seconded by M. Gormley

"To request Sligo County Council to grant financial support to Fleadh Cheoil County Sligeach 2007 to be held in Gurteen organised by the local branch of Comhaltas".

31).

Proposed by J. Lundy
Seconded by G. Murray

"To request that Sligo County Council through the arts office provide increased funding for the 2007 Sligo County Fleadh Cheoil to be held in Gurteen next June". In Response Mr D. Breen A/DOS stated the following: For the last number of years the Council has made a contribution of €2,000 towards the County Fleadh. The Fleadh is being hosted by Gurteen in 2007 and they are proposing to combine the Fleadh with a community festival to encourage greater public participation subject to the agreement of the members. It is proposed to increase this contribution from €2,000 to €4,000 in 2007.

13) PLANNING FILE PL06/706:

Proposed by J. McGarry
Seconded by S. Kilgannon

"That Sligo County Council get a full report on the pre-planning discussion that took place on planning file PL06/706 be made available to the Council and that the Council be informed why this application is not agreed".

In Response Mr P. Forkan stated the following:

This application for planning permission is for the construction of a dwelling house at Rosses Lower, Co. Sligo. The file is still current and a decision has not been made at this stage.

It should be noted that planning permission was originally sought by the same applicant on this site under PL04/211 and this was refused on the basis of Sligo County Development Plan Rural Housing Policy. Subsequent to that decision various discussions were held between the planner and the applicant and their advisers. The Planner did point out that as there was an existing cottage on the landholding that the planning authority would have no objection in principle to its demolition and replacement with a suitably designed new dwelling house.

Further discussions were held with the planner regarding the construction of a new dwelling house on the site of the previous application 04/211 and the planner consistently advised that there would be little change in the planning authorities' decision for a similar proposal.

In May 2005, I attended a short meeting with a local County Councillor, the applicant's representative and the designer. This was not a pre-planning meeting as the area planner was not present.

As the application is still undecided it is not appropriate to discuss the application in any detail.

After a discussion the following resolution was also agreed:

Proposed by Councillor P. Barry
Seconded by Councillor P. Conmy

"That Sligo County Council re-examine standing orders to determine if current planning applications can be discussed at meetings of the Council".

14) WATER METERS:

It was agreed that 16 and 26 also be dealt with at this time:

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

"Sligo County Council prepare a report on the number of farmers affected by the introduction of €80 meter charge per land holding in cases of fractured land holdings".

16).

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

"To request the County Manager and the Minister for Environment to review the imposition of a charge of €80 per meter for the provision of water to farmers in the interest of farmers and equality".

26).

Proposed by Councillor P. Conmy
Seconded by Councillor T. McLoughlin

"That I will ask the County Manager who is responsible for metering of water, who gave the directive to meter the water and who decides what the charges will be demanded per meter".

After a discussion the following resolutions were agreed:

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

"That the Sub-Committee set up consist of the following 16 members: Fianna Fáil 3, Fianna Gael 3, Labour 2, Sinn Fein 1, Independent 1, County Manager 2, IFA 1, ICMSA 1, Macra na Feirme 1, Veolia 1 (ex officio). Meetings to take place on a monthly basis, chair to be a member of Sligo County Council and first Meeting to take place in November 2006".

Proposed by P. Barry
Seconded by T. McLoughlin

"I wish to propose that Sligo County Council set up a Cross Party Committee to look at problems caused by the introduction of meters on land owners".

The following people were nominated for the Sub-Committee:

Proposed by Councillor J. Devins
Seconded by Councillor J. Sherlock

AND AGREED

"That Councillor J. Queenan, Councillor M. Baker and Councillor A. Colleary be nominated for Fianna Fáil".

Proposed by Councillor T. McLoughlin
Seconded by Councillor I. Fox

AND AGREED

"That Councillor P. McGrath, Councillor M. Barrett and Councillor G. Mullaney be nominated for Fianna Gael".

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor J. McGarry

AND AGREED

"That Councillor V. Cawley and Councillor J. McGarry be nominated for the Labour Party".

Proposed by Councillor T. McLoughlin
Seconded by Councillor S. MacManus

AND AGREED

"That Councillor M. Gormley be nominated for the Independent party".

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor T. McLoughlin

AND AGREED

"That Councillor S. MacManus be nominated for the Sinn Féin party".

15) REQUEST A REPRESENTATIVE FROM TELECOM ÉIREANN TO ADDRESS A COUNCIL MEETING:

It was agreed that Items 15 and 20 be dealt with at this time.

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

AND AGREED

"That we request a representative from Telecom Eireann to address a Council Meeting regarding the problem of unsightly and dangerous poles and their removal".

20)RELOCATE POLES ON N15 AT RATHBERNA

In Response Mr T. Carroll SE stated the following:
The issue of dangerous and unsightly poles on road network in Co. Sligo will be examined jointly by the Road Safety Officer and Enforcement Section of Sligo County Council. There is merit in a representative of Eircom addressing these issues with members of Sligo County Council.

Proposed by Councillor P. Barry
Seconded by Councillor J. Lundy

AND AGREED

"To ask the Director of Services for Roads to request Eircom to relocate poles on N15 at Rathberna as they are very close to realigned junction".

In Response Mr T. Carroll SE stated the following:

The issue of isolated service poles situated on road network is at present being examined by our Road Safety Officer and Enforcement section from a Health and Safety perspective. Recent works at Rathaberna junction with National Primary Route N15 have rendered this junction safer with the construction of a dedicated right turning lane.

The Meeting also agreed to invite a representative from ESB to address a future Meeting of the Council.

18) WATER MONITORING:

Proposed by Councillor A. Higgins
Seconded by Councillor S. Kilgannon

"To ask the County Manager to indicated what amount of additional water quality monitoring will be required under the Water Framework Directive and the River Basin District Projects and to what extent if any, the County Council will be required funding to cover the cost of such monitoring".

In Response Mr P. Forkan DOS stated the following:

The existing monitoring obligations of the Council will be integrated into the Water Framework Directive monitoring programme for 2007 with more focused monitoring in areas of poor water quality. The additional Water Framework Directive monitoring resources will be nominal in 2007 and will be reviewed in the lead up to the adoption of the River Basin Management Plans in 2009. However Point Source discharges including Waste Water Treatment Plants will require more frequent monitoring in 2007 to comply with current regulations. However, if the frequency of monitoring these activities is not substantially increased, Sligo County Council’s Environmental Laboratory will absorb this additional monitoring with minimal costs.

19) RADIOTHERAPY IN SLIGO:

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

"That I will ask if there is any reply form the Health Service Executive for the Td’s and Senators regarding the deputation for radiotherapy in Sligo General Hospital".

Councillor Conmy noted the reply regarding the deputation for radiotherapy in Sligo General Hospital".

21) EU CO-FINANCED GRANTS:

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

"That Sligo County Council apply for EU Co-Financed Grants under the heading "Projects Supporting Rural Development/Agriculture" to carry our works at Knocknagore Bridge to permit access to emergency services vehicles".

In Response Mr T. Carroll stated the following:

Sligo County Council’s application for EU Co-Financial Grants was submitted to the D.O.E.L.G. on the 26th September, 2006 prior to the deadline of 30th September, 2006. In accordance with the "the Departments" eligibility requirements the proposals are generally a continuation of projects commenced in previous years on Regional Roads which facilitate economic development and the implementation of the National Spatial Strategy. This is the only funding available for the improvement of the Council’s Regional Roads. The maximum allowable cost of the proposals is 120% of the 2006 allocation of €2,555.000 in the county area.

The proposals submitted are

PROJECTS2007
€
R 292 Knappaghmore* 400
R294 Mullaghroe* 466
R284 Drumiskabole* 550
R286 Bellanode* 600
R297 Bartragh* 500
R277 New Airport Road Strandhill 50
Pollacheeney Br L-64101 265
Derry BRL – 7205 81
Carrownagility BR L 5101  54
Ragwood BR. Road and Junction Widening – R293 100 
Total: 3,066

The next priority Regional Roads Council funding under EU-Co Financed Programme in Co. Sligo are Regional Road R 294. Quarryfield R 296 Bunninadden. These routes were included in the 3 year Capital Programme approved by Councillors at 2006 Meeting. With regard to Knocknagore Bridge it is considered that access is sufficient for emergency vehicles. The cost of constructing an alternative road was previously estimated at €330,000.

After a discussion the County Manager indicated that there were two bridges involved and if the members wished to provide alternative access at these locations the funding provisions for other non national roads would be affected. The Meeting also agreed to write to the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Mr Eamon O Cuiv requesting that he meet a deputation from the Council on this issue.

22) OBJECTIVE ONE STATUS:

Proposed by Councillor S. MacManus
Seconded by Councillor M. Fleming

"As Objective One Status for the BMW region now approaches its conclusion that Sligo County Council requests the Government to commence negotiations with the EU to ensure that Objective One Status is retained for a reduced, cross-border region in the North West which will include County Sligo. Such retention of Objective One Status would enable the North West region of the island to avail of a final opportunity to source maximum EU Structural funding to enhance the much needed infrastructural development of this area".

In Response Mr D. Breen A.DOS stated the following:

The retention of Objective One Status for the BMW Region would be very welcome and would enable the Council to secure substantial funding from the European Union.

28) DROMORE WEST DRAFT MINI PLAN:

It was agreed that Item 28 be dealt with at this time.

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

"That a variation of the County Development Plan be made to allow for the lands marked L2.1, L2.2 and L1 on the attached Dromore West Draft Mini-Plan to be zoned Residential".

In Response Mr P. Forkan stated the following:

The sites identified as L1, L2.1 and L2.2 were subject to submissions received on 19 July 2006, after the deadline for submissions (14 July 2006). In accordance with established practice of the County Council, late submissions were not considered in the Manager’s Report, i.e. the Manager did not give his opinion and recommendations on the issues raised.

  • On the site marked L1, Margaret McGee sought residential, business or mixed-use zoning.
  • V. Hannon Architects, acting on behalf of Shane Tully, sought residential zoning for the sites marked L2.1 and L2.2.

Dromore West Mini-Plan was adopted on 11 September 2006 and was incorporated in the County Development Plan as Variation No. 3.

Whereas there was a significant amount of land zoned for residential purposes in Dromore West these lands are reasonably close to the village centre and as such are likely to be developed in the shorter term, and for this reason I would not be opposed to the proposed variation.

Following a discussion it was:

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

AND AGREED

"That a variation of the County Development Plan be made to allow for the lands marked L2.1, L2.2 of L1 on the attached Dromore West Draft Mini Plan to be zoned Residential".

23) IMPROVEMENT WORKS ON ROAD NO. 279:

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

"That Sligo County Council carry out improvements works on Road No. 279 Second Sea Road to prevent any further flooding along Gibraltar".

In Response Mr T. Carroll SE stated the following:

At times of spring tides and inclement weather conditions a section of County Road 279 Second Sea Road suffers flooding due to overtopping of sea wall by abnormal high tides. It is proposed to erect signs ‘Road liable to flooding’ on approaches to this section of roadway. This will alert road users to the possibility of flooding at this location. I do not recommend any engineering flood alleviation measures at this time due to the infrequency of occurrence. The situation will continue to be monitored.

24) COUNTY ROAD 251 (L3305-0)

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

In Response Mr T. Carroll SE stated the following:

Some improvements were undertaken to the junction of Carney Road and N15 in 2003 by Sligo County Council. These improvements facilitated the improvement of sightlines for traffic emerging onto N15 from direction of Carney. The difficulty of accessing onto N15 from direction of Carney road relates to peak traffic flows between 8.30a.m. – 9.30a.m. and 5.30p.m – 6.30p.m. A new preferred route of realigned N15 carriageway was adopted by members of Sligo County Council in 2005. Sligo County Council await funding from NRA to commence phase 4 of Planning i.e. E.I.S./C.P.O. process preliminary design. Construction of new realigned section N15 will remove the majority of traffic from this junction rendering it much safer for traffic emerging from Carney.

25) TUBBERCURRY RECYCLING CENTRE:

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

"To ask the Director of Services for a report on the recycling centre, Tubbercurry and the need for changes to opening hours".

In Response Mr P. Forkan stated the following:

In 2005, Sligo County Council entered into a five year contract with Greenstar for the management and operation of the Tubbercurry Recycling Centre, to be reviewed annually. This Recycling Centre operated at a loss in year 1(July 2005 – August 2006). The average monthly customer numbers using the facility during year 1 was 400. Statistics from similar types of activities indicate that a basic monthly paying user rate of 800 customers is necessary for the operation to be financially viable. In order to absorb some of the current shortfall Sligo County Council have agreed with Greenstar to maintain the current service arrangement on a reduced hours and a reduced Greenstar headcount basis. From November 2006 the Recycling Centre shall open Thursdays and Fridays 10.00 – 17.00 and Saturdays 10.00 – 16.00, with one site operator. This is in line with similar facilities in other counties. In parallel Sligo County Council are launching an extensive publicity campaign in conjunction with Greenstar. The greater the number of users of the facility, the greater the financial viability of the centre.

At the request of Councillor D. Bree the Meeting agreed that the Councils contract with Greenstar in relation to the operation of this facility would be made available to members.

At the request of Councillor A. Higgins the Meeting agreed that the members would be provided with a list of the number of vehicles attending each day.

It was agreed that Items 27, 29-30, 32-48 be deferred until the December Meeting.

VOTES OF SYMPATHY:

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Dominic Lynch on the death of his brother, Tom".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Nathy Davey on the death of his brother, Matt".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Evelyn Moffatt and family on the death of her husband, Paddy".

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Aiden McIntyre on the death of his mother, Mary McIntyre".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Francis Cawley on the death of his brother, Henry".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Nuala Normanly on the death of her brother, Henry Cawley".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Germanas Whittington on the death of his aunt, Brigid".

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Ciaran Jennings on the death of his mother, Evelyn".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to William and Margaret Stuart on the death of their son, Stephen".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to David Conlon on the death of his mother, Mary".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Brendan Gunning on the death of his mother, Kathleen".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Tom Quinn on the death of his wife, Monica".

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Johnnie Hannon on the death of his brother, Michael".

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to James Carberry on the death of his brother, Frank".

Proposed by Councillor J. Sherlock
Seconded by Councillor P. McGrath

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to May McGettrick and family on the death of her husband, Charlie".

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be extended to Vincent Kilgannon on the death of his mother, Kathleen".

Proposed by Councillor S. Kilgannon
Seconded by Councillor P. Barry

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be extended to Willie Farrell on the death of his wife, Breda".

"That a vote of sympathy be extended to Seamus Monaghan on the death of his brother Maurice".

"That a vote of sympathy be extended to Harry Monaghan on the death of his brother Maurice".

"That a vote of sympathy be extended to Ann Monaghan on the death of her husband, Maurice".

"That a vote of sympathy be extended to Maurice Monaghan Junior on the death of his father, Maurice".

VOTES OF CONGRATULATIONS:

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of congratulations be extended to Mr Kieran McGill on being selected for Sligo Person of the year 2006".

CONFERENCES

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillor M. Fleming, Councillor A. Colleary, Councillor J. Sherlock, Councillor A. Higgins, Councillor M. Baker, Councillor J. Queenan, Councillor V. Cawley, Councillor I. Henry, Councillor P. Conmy, Councillor G. Murray, Councillor J. Devins, Councillor D. Healy McGowan, Councillor I. Fox be nominated to attend the LAMA Conference on the 10th – 11th of November in Arklow Bay Hotel in Co. Wicklow.

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillor P. McGrath be nominated to attend the LAMA Conference on the 10th – 11th of November in Arklow Bay Hotel in Co. Wicklow

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillor G. Mullaney be nominated to attend the LAMA Conference on the 10th – 11th of November in Arklow Bay Hotel in Co. Wicklow

"That Councillor G. Mullaney be nominated to attend the ECrime Conference on November 15th in the Morrison Hotel, Ormond Quay, Dublin 1".

Proposed by Councillor P. Barry
Seconded by Councillor

AND AGREED

"That Councillor J. Queenan and Councillor M. Baker be nominated to attend the 18th National Tourism Conference on 24 – 25 of November in Falls Hotel Ennistymon, Co. Clare".

CORRESPONDENCE:

All Correspondence was noted.

  • List of Forthcoming conferences.
  • Letter dated 27th October 2006 from the Minister for Health regarding radiotherapy services in Sligo General Hospital.
  • Letter dated 2nd November 2006 from the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government regarding the collection of farm plastic.

Meeting Date 06/11/2006