Minutes 2006

Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Sligo County Council Held on 6th March 2006 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,
MacManus,
McGarry,
McGrath,
McLoughlin,
Mullaney,
Murray,
Queenan,
Sherlock

OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE:

Mr H. Kearns, County Manager
Ms D. Clarke, Director of Services
Mr S. Concannon, Director of Services
Ms M. McConnell, A/Director of Services
Mr J. McHugh, A/Director of Services
Mr T. Kilfeather, Head of Finance
Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer
Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer
Ms S. Eastwood, Heritage Officer
Ms P. R Gallagher, Senior Executive Officer
Mr D. Breen, Senior Executive Officer
Mr B. Gavin, Project Manager
Mr B. Carolan, Senior Planner
Mr F. Moylan, Senior Executive Planner
Mr P. Flanagan, Senior Executive Engineer
Ms J. McNamara, Administrative Officer
Ms M. Hegarty, Administrative Officer
Mr M. Ryan, Executive Engineer
Mr C. McNamara, Staff Officer
Ms M. Collery, Clerical Officer
Mr F. MacNabb, Meetings Administrator

CATHAOIRLEACH:

The Cathaoirleach, Councillor P. Barry presided.

1. MINUTES OF SPC1 MEETING HELD ON 29 SEPTEMBER 2005:

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

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the SPC1 meeting held on 29 September 2005 be and are hereby confirmed".

2. MINUTES OF SPC4 MEETING HELD ON 3 NOVEMBER 2005:

Proposed by Councillor I. Henry
Seconded by Councillor G. Murray

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the SPC4 meeting held on 3 November 2005 be and are hereby confirmed".

3. MINUTES OF SPC1 MEETING HELD ON 8 DECEMBER 2005:

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

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the SPC1 meeting held on 8 December 2005 be and are hereby confirmed".

4. MINUTES OF BALLYMOTE AREA MEETING HELD ON 8 DECEMBER 2005:

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

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the Ballymote Area meeting held on 8 December 2005 be and are hereby confirmed".

5. MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING HELD ON 6 FEBRUARY 2006:

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

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 6 February 2006 be and are hereby confirmed".

6. ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2005:

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

AND AGREED

"To note the Annual Financial Statement of Sligo County Council for the year ended 31 December 2005".

7. AUTHORISE OVER EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2005:

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

AND AGREED

"To authorise over expenditure of €6,751,327 for the year ended 31 December 2005 in accordance with Section 104(7) of the Local Government Act 2001".

8. SECTION 183: DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY AT TUBBERCURRY, CO. SLIGO:

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

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 Gerry Davey".

9. SLIGO MUSEUM AND EXTENSION TO THE MODEL ARTS AND NILAND GALLERY:

Mr Bartley Gavin, Project Manager gave an update on the proposed Sligo Museum and the extension to the Model Arts and Niland Gallery.

Project design is being advanced and consultations are presently underway and it is intended to lodge a planning application during April. The programme envisages construction commencing early next year and opening in late 2008.

Some work has been undertaken in respect of the museum theme. This will be the subject of extensive local, regional and national consultation involving heritage groups and societies, local and national funding agencies, cultural organisations and institutions, tourism agencies and the hospitality sector. This process will culminate in a clear vision and theme being articulated dealing with, inter alia, collection policy, exhibition themes, museum services, outreach and role in the community. It is intended that the museum would have designation under the Cultural Institutions Act, thereby being of such standing to qualify for the exhibition of the most important national and international artefacts.

Overall project construction costs are estimated at €18M.

Commitment has been received in respect of some grant funding and communications are continuing with the Department of Arts, Sports and Tourism in this regard. A working group has been set up in conjunction with the Model Arts and Niland Gallery with the objective of identifying and exploiting other sources of funding.

Proposed by Cllr T. McLoughlin
Seconded by Cllr S. Kilgannon

AND AGREED

"That a representative of An Chomhairle Leabharlanna attend a meeting of the Council to explain their objections to the proposed new Library Development at The Mall, Connaughton Road, Sligo".

10. TRANSFER OF RESPONSIBILITY FOR SLIGO HARBOUR TO SLIGO COUNTY COUNCIL:

Members noted the report on the proposed transfer of responsibility for Sligo Harbour to Sligo County Council and welcomed this proposal. The Manager advised the members that discussions would now take place with relevant Government Departments to process the handover of responsibility to the County Council.

11. DRAFT BURIAL GROUND POLICY:

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

AND AGREED

"To approve the Draft Burial Ground Policy for Co. Sligo (2006-2010)".

12. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO FUNDING SUB-COMMITTEE:

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

AND AGREED

"That Motion No 12 of the March meeting of Sligo County Council be referred to the Corporate Policy Group and that the CPG bring forward recommendations to the next meeting of the Council for the distribution of the funds".

13. SEWERAGE EXTENSION TO FORTLAND, EASKEY:

Cllr P. Conmy asked that the Council consider extending the sewerage pipe to Fortland Road, Easkey.

In response, Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer stated that the estimated cost would be €241,700 and the only source of funding which would be available for this project is the Small Schemes Programme. With this programme totally committed for the next 2 – 3 years it is unlikely that this project will go to construction in the short/medium term. In addition, the biggest problem in Sligo is a deficit in treatment capacity in many of the WwT Works, and all scarce resources are being concentrated on addressing that problem at present rather that laying new sewerage mains. If however, a developer in the locality wished to provide this infrastructure to service his/her developments it could be possible to enter into an arrangement with Sligo County Council that would be mutually beneficial.

14. NUMBER OF CONSULTANTS REPORTS COMMISSIONED BY THE COUNCIL:

Cllr D. Bree asked the County Manager to indicate the number of contracts entered into with consultants in the period since January 1st 2003, the number of consultants reports commissioned in the same period, the terms of reference for each contract and each report and the cost of each contract and report.

Ms M. McConnell, Acting Director of Services gave the report for the Directorate of Housing, Corporate and Emergency Services.

Following a discussion on the matter it was agreed to circulate the reports for each Directorate to members for their information. It was also agreed to place the matter on the agenda for next months meeting.

15. HGV PARKING IN HOUSING ESTATES:

Cllr V. Cawley asked that the Council consider introducing bye-laws to stop HGV's from parking in housing estates.

Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer recommended that this matter be referred to the Transportation and Infrastructural SPC for consideration.

16. AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) IN FIRE ENGINES:

Cllr V. Cawley asked that Sligo County Council provide AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) in all fire engines over the next 3 years and that training also be provided.

In reply, Ms M. McConnell, A/DOS stated that Sligo Fire Service have defibrillators on front line appliances in Sligo, Ballymote, Tubbercurry and Enniscrone since 2004 and staff have been trained in their use and are currently certified to use them.

Proposed by Cllr V. Cawley
Seconded by Cllr M. Gormley

AND AGREED

"That Sligo County Council provide AED's in all fire engines over the next 3 years and that training also be provided" and further agreed "That the HSE, Gardai and major sporting bodies be contacted regarding the availability of AED's".

17. AVAILABILITIY OF SOCIAL WORKERS TO FOSTER CARERS:

Proposed by Cllr J. McGarry
Seconded by Cllr M. Gormley

AND AGREED

"That Sligo County Council request the Minister for Health and the Minister for Social, Community and Family Affairs to explain to the Council why there is no Social Workers available to Foster Carers after 5pm in the evenings or Saturdays and Sundays".

18. DISTRIBUTION CENTRE ON APPROACH ROADS:

Cllr J. McGarry asked that Sligo County Council conduct a feasibility study on the merits of establishing a distribution centre on the approach roads into Sligo.

In relation to the Distribution Centre, Mr B Carolan, Senior Planner stated that this was more of an issue for the Chamber of Commerce or for the private sector rather than for the Council.

Cllr McGarry raised the issue of the signage on the Inner Relief Road. In reply, Mr T. Carroll Senior Engineer stated that the Roads Dept in the Council and the NRA were in the process of designing new signage.

19. DUNNES STORES:

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree "That this Council deplores the actions of Dunnes Stores in initially suspending Joanne Delaney, an employee in their branch store in the Ashleaf shopping centre in Crumlin, Dublin, for wearing her trade union pin on her uniform; and further this Council deplores the attitude of Dunnes Stores in refusing to meet with Ms Delaney and her representative from her trade union, Mandate, at a disciplinary hearing and subsequently dismissing Ms Delaney from her job; and further this Council now calls on Dunnes Stores to immediately reinstate Ms Delaney and to refrain from actions that constitute a ‘race to the bottom’ in terms of treatment of employees and their representatives".

In relation to this Cllr Bree stated that Ms Delaney had now been reinstated and he welcomed this development.

20. SWIMMING POOL AT DEADMAN'S POINT, ROSSES POINT:

Cllr D. Bree asked the County Manager what proposals the Council has to repair and refurbish the swimming pool at Deadman’s Point, Rosses Point.

In reply, Mr D. Breen, Senior Executive Officer confirmed that there were no funds available to refurbish the swimming pool and he stated that the facilities were in very poor state or repair. However, he suggested that some members of the local community might contact him to discuss their wishes in relation to the pool.

Cllr D. Bree confirmed that he would arrange such a meeting.

21. RETENTION OF MANUFACTURING JOBS:

Cllr P. McGrath asked that Sligo County Council as a matter of urgency contact the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment and the IDA to put procedures in place for the retention of manufacturing jobs in Co. Sligo.

The members were informed that Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Mr Michael Martin had agreed to meet with a delegation from Sligo County Council following a motion from the February meeting.

Proposed by Cllr A. Higgins
Seconded by Cllr G. Mullaney

AND AGREED

That Councillors Seamus Kilgannon, Pat McGrath, Jim McGarry, Paul Conmy and the Cathaoirleach Patsy Barry be part of a Sligo County Council delegation to meet with the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Mr Michael Martin.

22. CCTV AT BALLYMOTE BOTTLE BANK:

Cllr P. McGrath asked that a CCTV camera be provided at the bottle bank area in Ballymote. Mr J. McHugh, A/DOS replied that ongoing discussions were taking place regarding the relocation of the bring banks in Ballymote and arrangements were in place to have a CCTV camera installed once this relocation has been agreed.

23. GARDEN WASTE DISPOSAL CENTRE IN BALLISODARE:

Cllr J McGarry asked the County Manager when will the Council’s garden waste disposal centre in Ballisodare be opened and will the Centre cater for the Sligo Environs area. Furthermore, what plans have the private sector to upgrade a drop-in recycling centre in the Sligo City area.

In his reply, Mr J. McHugh, A/DOS said that funding has been provided for the provision of a green waste Recycling Centre to be located at Young's Quarry in Ballisodare and operated by Ballisodare Community Council in conjunction with their new sports facility. Design work is underway and it is hoped to go to tender shortly. It is envisaged that it will be constructed within the current year.

In relation to the Recycling Centre in Sligo city, it is a requirement of the Connacht Waste Management Plan that such a facility be provided and this requirement is being fulfilled by the facility being operated by Greenstar/Waste Disposal Sligo at their site at Finisklin. Improvement works are currently being undertaken at this facility in order to make it more accessible to the public and to provide improved recycling facilities.

24. NUCLEAR POWER STATIONS:

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

AND AGREED

"That this Council is deeply concerned that a UK Government commitment to new nuclear generation will perpetuate the risks carried by communities in Ireland as a result of radioactive discharges to the Irish Sea, nuclear transportation through the Irish Sea, and of nuclear accidents or possible terrorist incidents. It could also create the conditions for nuclear development on the island of Ireland with associated direct operational hazards and radioactive waste arising.

This Council therefore opposes the construction of nuclear power stations throughout Britain and Ireland; urges the development of safe sustainable renewable energy generation and greater investment in decentralised energy generation and efficiency programmes that can create employment, improve living standards, and more effectively tackle climate pollution that is accelerating global warming; and formally resolves to support the NFLA campaign and investigate membership of the All Ireland Nuclear Free Local Authorities Forum."

25. REJECTION BY AN BORD PLEANÁLA OF HOTEL AT ENNISCRONE:

Proposed by Cllr P. Conmy
Seconded by Cllr J. McGarry

AND AGREED

"That this Council condemn the decision of An Bord Pleanála not to grant planning permission for the Hotel at Scurmore, Enniscrone as this €40 million project would have created 300 jobs at construction and 80 fulltime jobs".

Cllr D. Bree asked to be recorded as dissenting.

26. REFUSAL OF PLANNING APPLICATION PL05/1189

This item was deferred with the permission of the Cathaoirleach.

27. SLIGO-STRANDHILL / NORTH SLIGO ENGINEERING AREAS:

Cllr J. Devins asked that due to the growth and projected growth of population in the Sligo-Strandhill and North Sligo areas, Sligo County Council bring forward proposals to the Council to separate the areas from an engineering area perspective.

Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer replied that the North Sligo Engineering area comprising the Sligo-Strandhill and North Sligo is administered by a Senior Executive Engineer, an Executive Engineer, an Executive Technician supported by a Clerical Officer. The present arrangement is deemed to be efficient and effective.

Following a discussion on the matter, it was agreed to consider the matter at the next meeting of the Transportation and Infrastructual SPC and that these findings would be reported back to the full Council.

28. BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT WORKS AT RAGWOOD, GURTEEN:

Cllr M. Gormley asked that funding be provided out of the bridge repair fund 2006 to carry out improvement works to bridge on the Gurteen/Ballaghderreen road at Ragwood in the interest of road safety.

In reply, Mr T Carroll, Senior Engineer said that the cost to realign the bridge would be €200,000 and this could be included in future Specific Improvement Grant Schemes to be submitted to the DOEHLG. In the interim it is proposed to improve signage on approaches to the bridge on R293 in the current year.

29. ENVIRONEMTNAL MAINTENANCE OF HOUSING ESTATES:

Cllr M. Fleming asked the Director of Services, when will work commence this year on Environmental Maintenance of Housing Estates and if there would be sufficient funds available to complete the contract to a reasonable high standard.

Ms M McConnell, A/DOS replied that tenders for the Environmental Maintenance of Housing Estates will be advertised in the forthcoming two weeks with a view to commence work by mid April 2006. An allowance of €20,000 is provided in the current budget.

Members expressed concern that the scheme was too late starting and that there was an insufficient budget for the work.

30. UNDOCUMENTED IRISH IN THE US:

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

AND AGREED

"To request the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Taoiseach to negotiate with the US Authorities a fair and equitable solution to the plight of undocumented Irish in the US as a matter of urgency, to legalise their status".

31. WATER SUPPLY AT MOUNTAIN ROAD, TUBBERCURRY:

Cllr M Fleming said that consumers living on the Mountain Road, Tubbercurry are very concerned about the future water supply due to housing developments now in progress and requested the water services section to carry out necessary improvements to guarantee future water supplies in that area.

In reply, Mr K. Larkin, Senior Engineer said that as with all planning applications an analysis of the water supply was undertaken in the locality to ensure that if permission is granted, the new development will not adversely affect existing customers in terms of quality or pressure.

32. DELIVERY OF LOCAL AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES:

Proposed by Councillor A. Higgins
Seconded by Councillor G. Mullaney

AND AGREED

"In order to improve the structures for delivery of the Local and Rural Development Programmes post 2006 that these programmes are realigned to operate within the County Boundary and that the Programmes be delivered by one Local Development Agency".

Cllrs Barrett, Conmy and Queenan asked to be recorded as dissenting.

33. AMBULANCE BASE IN SOUTH SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor J. Lundy

AND AGREED

"That the HSE be requested to furnish Sligo County Council with the findings of its most recent survey they have carried out determining the location of ambulance bases, and in particular an ambulance base for South Sligo".

34. PRESENTATION BY NORTH WEST TOURISM:

Proposed by Councillor J. Lundy
Seconded by Councillor M. Gormley

AND AGREED

"That Sligo County Council invite the Chief Executive Officer of North West Tourism Authority to make a presentation on the tourism industry to this Council".

35. COUNTY ROAD 402 AND 405.4 AT KILMACTIGUE:

Cllr J. Lundy requested that county road 402 and 405.4 at Kilmactigue, Aclare be sanded and drained to accommodate people who use walking as a recreation and mode of transport.

In reply, Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer said that the road in question will be repaired as part of normal maintenance programme on a priority basis after consultation with the Area Engineer.

36. EMPLOYMENT OF HEDGE WARDEN:

Cllr G. Mullaney requested that Sligo County Council employ a Hedge Warden to ensure that landowners trim their roadside hedges.

In reply, Mr T. Carroll, Senior Engineer said that the hedge cutting notices were issued by the Roads Department to landowners in February. This resulted in an improvement to the condition of the road network in Co. Sligo. Under the Wildlife Act all hedge cutting must cease between 1st March and 1st September, after this period negligent landowners will be pursued through the courts if necessary to ensure compliance with their obligations under the Roads Act.

37. VOTES OF SYMPATHY:

Proposed by Councillor T. McLoughlin
Seconded by Councillor M. Fleming

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Vera McMahon on the death of her husband, Philip".

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Bridget Fowley on the death of her husband, Tommy".

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Una Cawley on the death of her husband, Michael".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to the Lavin Family on the death of Michael".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to the Crawley Family on the death of their son, Damien".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to John and Phyllis Lawson on the death of William Lawson".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Tommy Anderson on the death of his uncle, Robbie Anderson".

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Maureen O'Brien on the death of her father, Edward Dobbs".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Maura Kerins on the death of her aunt, Josephine Flynn".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Tom and George Brett on the death of their mother, Muriel".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Breege Shannon on the death of her sister, Ann Cryan".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Bea Henry on the death of her brother, Jimmy Henry".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Ann Keenan on the death of her uncle, Robbie Anderson".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Maura O'Hara on the death of her father, Michael Lavin".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Tom Sexton on the death of his sister, Ann Sexton".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Dermot O'Grady on the death of his uncle, Kieran O'Grady".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Mary Kate McDonagh on the death of her husband, Josie".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to John O'Donnell on the death of his mother, Dympna".

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

AND AGREED

"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Kieran Sexton on the death of his sister, Ann Sexton".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Helen Fleming on the death of her father, James Conway".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Maureen O'Brien on the death of her father, Edward Dobbs".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Kathleen Gallagher on the death of her sister, Margaret Quinn".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Teresa Stenson on the death of her husband, John".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Tom Brett on the death of his mother, Muriel.
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to James McDonagh on the death of his brother, Paddy".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to Michael Foye on the death of his mother, Brigid".
"That a vote of sympathy be expressed to John O'Donnell on the death of his mother, Dympna".

38. VOTES OF CONGRATULATIONS:

Cllr A. Colleary was congratulated on his appointment as Chairman of the Regional Health Forum West.

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor J. Lundy

AND AGREED

"That a vote of congratulations be extended to Sligo Ladies Goalkeeper, Katrina Connolly, Achonry on her selection to travel to Singapore with the 2005 All Star Squad".

Proposed by Councillor J. Lundy
Seconded by Councillor M. Gormley

AND AGREED

"That a vote of congratulations be extended to Stephen Henry, Aclare on his selection for the Irish U-17 International Rules Panel to travel to Australia".

39. CONFERENCES:

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillor J. Queenan be nominated to attend the Annual Conference of the 'Association of County and City Councils' in Dundalk on 9th - 11th March 2006."

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillor J. McGarry be nominated to attend the Annual Conference of the 'Association of County and City Councils' in Dundalk on 9th - 11th March 2006."

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillors Sherlock, Kilgannon, Higgins, Barry and Conmy be nominated to attend the 'Safe Driving Conference' organised by Safe Driving Pledge in Ennis, Co. Clare on 22nd – 24th March 2006".

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillor J. Queenan be nominated to attend the 'Safe Driving Conference' organised by Safe Driving Pledge in Ennis, Co. Clare on 22nd – 24th March 2006".

Proposed by Councillor S. Kilgannon
Seconded by Councillor D. Healy McGowan

AND AGREED

"That Councillor J. Lundy be nominated to attend the Carlow Tourism Conference in Carlow on 23rd – 24th March 2006".

Proposed by Councillor S. Kilgannon
Seconded by Councillor D. Healy McGowan

AND AGREED

"That Councillors Lundy and Queenan be nominated to attend 'Opinion Polls' Conference in Rosslare, Co. Wexford on 31st March – 1st April 2006".

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillor I. Henry be nominated to attend the LAMA Annual Conference in Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny on 20th – 21st April 2006."

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillors Fleming and Conmy be nominated to attend the LAMA Annual Conference in Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny on 20th – 21st April 2006."

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

AND AGREED

"That Councillor P. Conmy be nominated to attend the Environmental Conference organised by Sherkin Island Marina Station in Carrigaline, Co. Cork on 4th – 5th May 2006".

40. CORRESPONDENCE:

All items of correspondence were noted.

Following discussion in relation to the correspondence received from Veolia Water Consortium it was

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor M. Gormley

AND AGREED

"That the minutes of the monthly management meetings between the Council and Veolia Water Consortium be made available for inspection by members of the Council".

ADDITIONAL ITEMS CIRCULATED AT THE MEETING:

Reply dated 16 February 2006 from Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment (NI) re: Mobile Roaming Charges
Reply dated 21 February 2006 from Prof Brendan Drumm, HSE re: radiotherapy services
Reply dated 27 February 2006 from Department of Communication, Marine and Natural Resources re: Mobile Roaming Charges
Letter dated 27 February 2006 re. motion adopted by Longford County Council
Reply dated 28 February 2006 from Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs re: Deputation for R294
Acknowledgement dated 28 February 2006 from Department of Transport re: road safety
Letter dated 28 February 2006 from Coillte re: Forestry at Lough Talt
Letter dated 1 March 2006 re: motion adopted by Monaghan Town Council
Reply dated 3 March 2006 from Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment re deputation regarding Tractech job losses
Letter from European Commission re White Paper on a European Communication Policy
List of Forthcoming Conferences

END OF MEETING:

The meeting ended at 6.00pm

Meeting Date 06/03/2006