Minutes 2018

Minutes of June Ordinary Meeting of Sligo County Council held on Monday, 11th June, 2018 at 10.00 a.m. in The Council Chamber, County Hall, Riverside, Sligo


COUNCILLORS PRESENT:

  • Councillor Baker
  • Councillor Bree
  • Councillor Clarke
  • Councillor Gormley
  • Councillor Healy
  • Councillor Henry
  • Councillor Keaney
  • Councillor Lundy
  • Councillor MacManus
  • Councillor MacSharry
  • Councillor Mulvey
  • Councillor O’Boyle
  • Councillor O’Grady
  • Councillor Queenan
  • Councillor Taylor

 

OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE:

  • Mr. Ciarán Hayes, Chief Executive
  • Mr. Tom Kilfeather, Director of Services
  • Ms. Dorothy Clarke, Director of Services
  • Ms. Marie Whelan, Head of Finance
  • Mr. John Reilly, Head of Enterprise
  • Mr. Bartley Gavin, A/Director of Services
  • Mr. Frank Moylan, Senior Planner
  • Mr. Seán Martin, A/Senior Architect
  • Ms. Siobhán Ryan, Heritage Officer
  • Mr. John Moran, Senior Executive Officer
  • Mr. Joe Murphy, Senior Executive Officer
  • Mr. Kevin Colreavy, Meetings Administrator
  • Ms. Siobhán Gillen, A/Administrative Officer
  • Mr. Damian Kelly, I.S. Technical Support Officer
  • Ms. Mary Farrell, Assistant Staff Officer
  • Ms. Jo-Anne McGonigle, Assistant Staff Officer

 

CATHAOIRLEACH:

Leas-Cathaoirleach, Councillor K. Henry, presided.

 

APOLOGIES:

Apologies were received from Councillor Casserly, Councillor Kilgannon and Councillor Maguire

 

1.  MINUTES OF MEETING OF SLIGO MUNICIPAL DISTRICT MEETING HELD ON 26TH MARCH, 2018:

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor D. Bree

AND AGREED

“To confirm Minutes of Sligo Municipal District Meeting held on 26th March, 2018”.

 

2.  MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING OF SLIGO COUNTY COUNCIL HELD ON 14TH MAY, 2018:

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“To confirm Minutes of Ordinary Meeting of Sligo County Council held on 14th May, 2018”.

 

3.  DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY AT 63 ST. EDWARD’S TERRACE, SLIGO TO MS. FRANCES DUNNE:

Proposed by Councillor G. O’Boyle
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“To approve, pursuant to Section 183 of the Local Government Act 2001, the disposal of Freehold interest in 63 St. Edward’s Terrace to Ms. Frances Dunne”.

 

4.  TAKING IN CHARGE OF ‘COILL DARA’ ESTATE, RATHSCANLON, TUBBERCURRY:

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

AND AGREED

“To consider report in relation to commencing the process of taking in charge the estate known as “Coill Dara”, Rathscanlon, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo”.

 

5.  DECLARATION OF ROADS AS PUBLIC ROADS – “HIGHFIELD” (PHASES I AND II), TUBBERCURRY:

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

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council being satisfied of their general public utility declare the following roads as public roads in accordance with Section 11(1) of the Roads Act, 1993

Road numbersLocation
L-45028-1 and L-45028-2 The roads serving development known as “Highfield” (Phase 1), Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo
L-45028-3

The roads serving development known as “Highfield” (Phase 1), Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo”.

  

6.  REFURBISHMENT AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THE GATE LODGE AT DOORLY PARK, CLEVERAGH DEMESNE:

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

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council, having considered the Chief Executive’s Report and Recommendation, in accordance with the Local Government (Planning and Development) Act (as amended), of Part XI, Section 179 and the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) Part 8 (Article 81) as amended, proceed with the proposed refurbishment and redevelopment works consisting of  (a) The change of use of former residential use (currently unused) to tourism – related facility consisting of ticket office and waiting room and (b) the construction of a toilet block extension, at the Gate Lodge situated at Doorly Park, Cleveragh Demesne TD., Sligo.”

 

7.  REFURBISHMENT OF HALTING BAY SERVICE UNITS, CONSTRUCTION OF NEW BOUNDARY WALL, VEHICULAR ENTRANCE AND ACCESS ROAD TO DEVELOPMENT SITE AT RATHQUARTER TD., ASH LANE, SLIGO:

Mr. Gavin, A/D.O.S. outlined the background to, and necessity for, the proposed works at this location. 

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

“That Sligo County Council, having considered the Chief Executive’s Report and Recommendation, in accordance with the Local Government (Planning and Development ) Act (as amended), of Part XI, Section 179 and the Planning and Development Regulations 2001(as amended) Part 8 (Article 81) as amended, PROCEED with the refurbishment of six no. existing halting bay service units, the construction of a new boundary wall within the site to facilitate sub division of the site, the provision of a new vehicular entrance and access road to the development site from the N16, Ash Lane, and all associated site development and drainage works, at Rathquarter TD, Ash Lane , Sligo.”

Several Members outlined the important work that had been carried out by the Local Traveller Accommodation Consultative Committee (L.T.A.C.C.) and the necessity for the provision of Social Housing in the county.  It was noted with regret that the Traveller Representatives had resigned from the Committee.  All those involved had worked towards providing accommodation for the families at their preferred locations. 

Councillor Bree noted that the Local Travellers Consultative Committee had been established to progress issues in a spirit of respect and cooperation, and the lack of consultation was unacceptable.

Councillor MacSharry welcomed members of the public to the Gallery and made reference to the work carried out by their representatives, particularly in recent weeks

Members outlined the Council’s important role in the provision of Social Housing through the implementation of national policies.  The Executive had brought forward proposals regarding sites that were available.  This proposal was an opportunity to improve an existing site within the former Sligo Borough area.  Having regard to the fact that it was possible to draw down money from National Government, it was felt by several Members that it would be remiss of Sligo County Council to not avail of it.  This would convey the wrong message if the Department was committed to providing financial assistance for housing accommodation.

Following the discussion, the Chief Executive said the site in question had been lying idle for some time and fallen into disrepair, becoming almost derelict.  The proposal before the Members was to repair and enhance a site which could then be made available to the wider Traveller community in Sligo.

The Leas-Cathaoirleach then called a vote on the following item:

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

“That Sligo County Council, having considered the Chief Executive’s Report and Recommendation, in accordance with the Local Government (Planning and Development ) Act (as amended), of Part XI, Section 179 and the Planning and Development Regulations 2001(as amended) Part 8 (Article 81) as amended, PROCEED with the refurbishment of six no. existing halting bay service units, the construction of a new boundary wall within the site to facilitate sub division of the site, the provision of a new vehicular entrance and access road to the development site from the N16, Ash Lane, and all associated site development and drainage works, at Rathquarter TD, Ash Lane , Sligo.”

which resulted as follows:

FOR:  Councillor Baker, Councillor Clarke, Councillor Gormley, Councillor Healy, Councillor Henry, Councillor Keaney, Councillor Lundy, Councillor MacManus, Councillor MacSharry, Councillor Mulvey, Councillor O’Grady, Councillor Queenan and Councillor Taylor (13)

AGAINST:  Councillor Bree and Councillor O’Boyle (2)

ABSENT:  Councillor Casserly, Councillor Kilgannon and Councillor Maguire (3)

The Leas-Cathaoirleach deemed the motion carried.

 

8.  PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE TO ‘RESPOND’ – DWELLING AT TULLYCUSHEEN, TUBBERCURRY:

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

AND AGREED

“To approve in accordance with Section 6 of the Housing  Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1992, and Regulations thereunder, provision of assistance in the form of the Capital Assistance Scheme to Respond in respect of Dwelling - Bungalow at Tullycusheen, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo (Report to Members of 05.06.2018 refers)”.

 

9.  PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE TO ‘NEWGROVE HOUSING ASSOCIATION’ – DWELLING HOUSE AT ‘KILLESHIN’, FIRST SEA ROAD, SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor M. Baker

AND AGREED

To approve in accordance with Section 6 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1992, and Regulations thereunder, provision of assistance to Newgrove Housing Association, in the form of Capital Assistance Scheme for the acquisition of a dwelling house at “Killeshin”, First Sea Road, Sligo.

Councillor O’Grady sought clarification regarding the proposal and was advised by Mr. Gavin that this was a purchase by ‘Newgrove Housing Association’.  If approved, Sligo County Council would be advancing funding to the Body.  The Council could then nominate Tenants from the Housing list for accommodation.

 

10.  PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE TO ‘FOCUS HOUSING ASSOCIATION’ – DWELLING HOUSE AT 244 SUNSET DRIVE, CARTRON POINT, SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor G. O’Boyle
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“To approve in accordance with Section 6 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1992, and Regulations thereunder, provision of assistance to Focus Housing Association Company Limited by Guarantee, in the form of Capital Assistance Scheme for the acquisition of a dwelling house at No.244 Sunset Drive, Cartron Point, Sligo”.

 

11.  PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE TO ‘FOCUS HOUSING ASSOCIATION’ – APARTMENT AT NO. A24 CITY GATE, MAILCOACH ROAD, SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor G. O’Boyle
Seconded by Councillor C. MacManus

AND AGREED

To approve in accordance with Section 6 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1992, and Regulations thereunder, provision of assistance to Focus Housing Association Company Limited by Guarantee, in the form of Capital Assistance Scheme for the acquisition of an apartment at No. A24 Citygate, Mailcoach Road, Sligo.

 

12.  REPORT ON ‘SLIGO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT’:

The Chief Executive presented the Members with a detailed Presentation on ‘Sligo Economic Development’. 

Details were set out under the following headings:

Sligo in context – challenges and opportunities

Sligo Town core

  • The Building Block
  • The Embankment
  • O’Connell Street
  • Wine Street
  • Stephen Street
  • Public Realm

 

Sligo – outside Town core

  • Western Distributor Road
  • Harbour/Docks

 

ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING:

Due to an interruption during the Chief Executive’s presentation, the Leas Cathaoirleach adjourned the meeting at 10.40 a.m. and the Meeting resumed at 10.50 a.m.

 

12.  REPORT ON ‘SLIGO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT’  (CONTINUED):

The Chief Executive resumed his Presentation and continued to outline details regarding the following headings

  • The Mall
  • Eastern Bridge
  • Doorly Park
  • Browne’s Field

 

Sligo Tourism

  • Sligo Tourism Strategy 2018-2023
  • Target of 3,400 jobs and €149m. annually
  • Sligo Council Tourism Projects

 

Sligo Economic Development

Sligo Economic Forum (S.E.F.)

In conclusion, the Chief Executive asked Members to identify if there were any gaps in the economic vision for Sligo.  If so, he would be open to receiving details of them and would include them if possible.

Members welcomed the very positive outlook and road map for Sligo, particularly in relation to proposals for the development of a Tourism strategy and preparations envisaged for dealing with the aftermath of ‘Brexit’

 

ITEMS 73 AND 36 ON THE AGENDA:

As the content of Items 73 and 36 on the agenda were linked to the content of the above presentation, the Leas-Cathaoirleach indicated that he would take them at this time.

 

73.  STRATEGY TO ASSIST S.M.E.S RE. ‘BREXIT’:

Proposed by Councillor J. Lundy
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“Taking into account the likely negative impact Brexit will have on Ireland, and especially the Border counties, that the C.E.O. would outline Sligo County Council’s strategy to assist S.M.E.s prepare for such impact with particular emphasis on the role of the Community and Economic Development Directorate and Local Enterprise Offices”.

 

36.  ESTABLISHMENT OF A RETAIL TASKFORCE:

Proposed by Councillor T. MacSharry
Seconded by Councillor J. Lundy

“Considering the fact that Sligo has the highest commercial premisies vacancy rate in the country and the shocking rise of unfortunate business/retail closures in the recent past in Sligo town and cognisant of the rising costs of doing business and the sharp rise in online shopping, Sligo County Council calls on the Government to establish a retail taskforce to consider measures to assist new business start up together with traditional business assistance to address the sharp decline in street scape closures in Sligo."

 

The Chief Executive outlined the initiatives currently being delivered in terms of the retail sector and online trading.  Other areas being explored include the provision of accommodation for people to live and work in the town and greater sustainability of the town centre.

 

13.  REPORT ON PERFORMANCE INDICATORS 2016:

Mr. J. Moran, S.E.O. outlined the background to the reports which had been circulated to the Members.

Members queried elements of the report and further details were provided by Mr Moran.

Members also wished that their recognition of the top ranking statistics for response times in relation to Sligo Fire Services would be recorded.

 

14.  MONTHLY MANAGEMENT REPORT APRIL 2018:

The Members agreed to note the Monthly Management Report for April 2018.

 

15.  DRAFT DEVELOPMENT CONTRIBUTION SCHEME 2018-2024:

Ms. Clarke advised the meeting that this matter had previously been on the agenda of the May Ordinary Meeting and had been discussed at that time.

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

AND AGREED

“Modification to Class 10 (ii) to increase the amount of contribution for €1,000 to €5,000 where the area of afforestation exceeds 2 Hectares”.

 

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor J. Queenan

AND AGREED

“Having considered the Draft Development Contribution Scheme 2018 – 2024 and the Chief Executive’s Report on submissions received during public consultation including the submission on the Draft Scheme received from the Minister for the Housing, Planning and Local Government and taking account of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, the statutory obligations of the local authority and any relevant guidelines, policies or objectives for the time being of the Government or of any Minister of the Government, it is hereby resolved that the Draft Scheme be made subject to any amendments proposed and adopted at the meeting of Sligo County Council held on 11 June 2018 and in accordance with Section 48 of the Planning and Development Act 2010 (as amended).”

It was agreed that the proposal regarding fees for afforestation works would be kept under review.  The possibility of a grading system being introduced could be reconsidered at a later date.

 

16.  COUNTY SLIGO PLACENAMES COMMITTEE REPORT:

Ms. Clarke noted that the issue had been considered at the May Meeting. 

A date of 20th September, 2018 was suggested by the Members for the holding of the Plebiscite and this was agreed.  The Chief Executive advised the Members that the date would be confirmed at the 3rd September (Ordinary Meeting) of the Council. 

Tributes were paid at the Meeting to the Members and people from the locality who had worked tirelessly on bringing about the holding of a plebiscite to resolve the situation regarding the name of Enniscrone.

Following a brief discussion, it was

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

AND AGREED

“In accordance with the provisions of Section 77 of the Local Government Act 1946, as amended by Section 53 of the Local Government Act 1955 and Section 67 of the Local Government Act 1994 and the Local Government (Change of Placenames) Regulations 1956, that Sligo County Council would consult with the relevant prescribed bodies in advance of initiating a plebiscite of the qualified electors in respect of changing the official name of the non-municipal town of Inishcrone from, (i) ‘Inishcrone’ to ‘Enniscrone’ in English and from (2) ‘Inis Crabhann’ to ‘Inis Eiscir Abhainn’ in Irish”. 

Ms. Clarke advised the meeting that proposed naming of new developments were include in the report of the

Place-names Committee recommendation.  It was noted with regret by the members that this was required by the ESB prior to construction.

 

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor R. O’Grady

AND AGREED

“That the proposed development by Sligo County Council of 14 new dwelling units at Rosses Point Road, Cartron, Sligo be named ‘ Radharc an Chuain – Harbour View”.

 

Proposed by Councillor K. Henry
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“That the proposed development by Sligo County Council of 15 dwelling units at Collooney, Co. Sligo.  Sligo be named ‘Owenmore Drive – Céide na hAbhann Móire”.

 

Proposed by Councillor K. Henry
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“That the proposed development by Sligo County Council of 28 dwelling units at Knappagh Road, Knappagh Beg, Sligo be named ‘Knappagh Beg Court - Cúirt na Cnapaí Bige’”.

 

17.  ANNUAL REPORT 2017:

The Members agreed to adopt Sligo County Council’s Annual Report 2017.

 

18.  AUDITED ACCOUNTS FOR SLIGO B.I.D.:

Mr. Reilly advised the Meeting that the audited accounts had not been finalised in time to circulate to the Elected Members.

It was agreed to defer the item

“To note audited accounts for the first year of operation of the Sligo B.I.D.”.

to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda.

 

19.  RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE HOUSING AND CORPORATE S.P.C. AND DISABILITY CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE:

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor K. Henry

AND AGREED

“To noted the recommendations from the Housing and Corporate Strategic Policy Committee /Disability Consultative Committee”.

 

20.  REVISED MEMBERSHIP OF SLIGO LOCAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTTEE

(L.C.D.C.):

Proposed by Councillor C. MacManus
Seconded by Councillor H. Keaney

AND AGREED

“To approve, in accordance with Section 128C of the Local Government Act 2001, the revised membership of the Sligo Local Community Development Committee (L.C.D.C.)”.

 

21.  SLIGO LOCAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (L.C.D.C.) ANNUAL REPORT 2017:

Proposed by Councillor C. MacManus
Seconded by Councillor H. Keaney

AND AGREED

“To note the Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) Annual Report 2017”.

 

22.  DRAFT CASUAL TRADING BYE-LAWS 2018:

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

AND AGREED

“Having considered

  1. Submissions received following the public consultation period of the Draft Casual Trading Bye-Laws 2018,
  2. Report of Director of Services dated 1st June 2018.

 

it is hereby resolved in accordance with Section 6 of the Casual Trading Act 1995, that the Draft Casual Trading Bye-Laws 2018 be formally adopted for the County of Sligo.”

 

24.  ‘COUNCIL LOAN’ AND ‘AFFORDABLE HOUSE’ SCHEMES:

At the request of Councillor MacManus, the following item was withdrawn from the Agenda.

“To ask have Sligo County Council received any further information regarding either the recently announced revised Council loan scheme and an affordable home scheme, as the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government has indicated substantive local authority involvement in both schemes.”

 

25.  ADVANCEMENT OF SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT PROJECTS:

As Councillor Casserly was not in attendance, the following motion was deferred to the July Meeting Agenda:

“In light of the publishing of the National Planning Framework and its strong focus on sustainable transport, what funds are available from central government for the advancement of sustainable transport projects?  What plans have Sligo County Council to prepare for the huge investment in Sustainable Transport proposed in the plan?”

 

A) MARKING OF RAMPS AND

B) COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY ON MAIN STREET, ENNISCRONE:

At the request of Councillor Queenan, the following item was withdrawn:

“Ask the Director of Services to give updates

a) will the markings be completed to indicate ramps on Main Street, Enniscrone

and

b) regarding commercial activity on Main Street, Enniscrone opposite the Fire Station”.

 

27.  TAKING IN CHARGE OF ‘BEACH VIEW PARK’ IN STRANDHILL:

With the agreement of the Members, the following item as submitted by Councillor S. Maguire was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda.

“Sligo County Council will begin the process of taking in charge of Beach view park in Strandhill”.

 

28.  CALL FOR A BAN ON FOX HUNTING AND HARE COURSING:

At the request of Councillor O’Boyle, the following item was deferred to the agenda of the July Ordinary Meeting:

“Sligo County Council calls for a ban on fox hunting and hare coursing”.

 

29.  PROPOSAL FOR ‘TOWN TWINNING’ WITH BIRMINGHAM:

Proposed by Councillor J. Lundy
Seconded by Councillor D. Mulvey

AND AGREED

“To ask the Council to explore the possibility of Sligo forming a “Twinning” with Birmingham in light of the recent visit of the Lord Mayor of Birmingham to south Sligo and Sligo city”.

It was agreed that this matter would be referred to the Sligo Town Twinning Committee for their consideration.  Councillor O’Grady, Chair of the Committee, agreed that the matter would be considered at their next Meeting.

 

30.  PURCHASE OF PRIVATE HOUSING FOR REDUCING INSTANCES OF HOMELESSNESS:

With the agreement of the Members, the following item as submitted by Councillor M. Casserly was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda.

“To call on the Minister for Housing to fund the purchase of suitable private housing in all counties for the purposes of reducing the ever increasing number of people who are homeless and in danger of becoming homeless.”

 

31.  PURCHASE OF PROPERTY MARKING MACHINE:

With the agreement of the Members, the following item as submitted by Councillor M. Casserly was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda.

“That Sligo County Council purchase a 'Property Marking Machine ' for community group use to make property a less attractive target for thieves, making it easier to reunite owners with their property.”

 

32.  TAKING IN CHARGE OF ‘GLENVIEW’, GRANGE, CO. SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor R. O’Grady
Seconded by Councillor H. Keaney

AND AGREED

“I request an update on the taking in charge of Glenview, Grange, Co. Sligo”.

Mr. Moylan reported that this estate has been completed to a good standard with the only outstanding issues relating to the foul sewer network which in certain sections is located within the curtilage of private houses.

A meeting has been held with the developer and discussions are on-going with Irish Water to determine how the outstanding matters can be resolved.

 

33.  UPGRADING OF FOOTPATHS AND ROADS IN CARTRON ESTATE, SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor R. O’Grady
Seconded by Councillor H. Keaney

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council commence a programme of footpath and road upgrading where necessary at Cartron Estate”.

The Meeting was advised by Mr. Kilfeather that the Council still awaits the roll-out of the proposed I.P.B./R.M.O. footpath condition app.  Until such time as this App is made available for use and a full survey of footpaths within the Urban Area is undertaken by the Council, footpath repair/replacement will only carried out where necessitated from a health and safety perspective.

With regard to the roadway within Cartron Estate, the road surface condition will be assessed over the coming months.  Should surface repairs be deemed necessary, these will be considered in the context of the preparation of our three year multi-annual road works programme.

 

34.  CONTROL OF ECONOMIC ACTIVITY (OCCUPIED TERRITORIES) BILL, 2018:

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

AND AGREED

“Recognising:

  • That Israel’s ongoing building of settlements in the Palestinian West Bank is illegal under international criminal law and makes the establishment of a viable Palestinian state impossible;
  • That vast amounts of land and property, especially agricultural land, have been seized from Palestinians and transferred to the exclusive use of these illegal Israeli settlements thus having a devastating effect on Palestinians’ way of life;
  • That goods and services currently produced in these Israeli settlements, including agricultural produce grown and harvested on stolen Palestinian land, are freely tradable in Ireland;
  • That the Seanad will shortly consider the Control of Economic Activity (Occupied Territories) Bill, 2018 introduced by Senator Frances Black and supported by organisations such as Trócaire, Christian Aid, I.C.T.U. and many others;
  • And that this Bill seeks to prevent such goods and services being sold in Ireland;

That Sligo County Council urges Senators to support the Control of Economic Activity (Occupied Territories) Bill, 2018”.

 

35.  TAKING IN CHARGE – DORRIN’S STRAND, STRANDHILL:

Proposed by Councillor T. MacSharry
Seconded by Councillor R. O’Grady

AND AGREED

"That Sligo County Council take Dorrins Strand estate in Strandhill in charge".

Members welcomed the report from Mr. Moylan advising them that the only outstanding issue remaining is the infiltration of Storm water/surface water into the foul sewer network.  Sligo County Council is currently investigating this and when it is rectified we will be able to commence the process of taking in charge.

 

37.  DAMAGE TO SAND DUNES IN STRANDHILL AND ROSSES POINT:

With the approval of the Cathaoirleach and Members, the following item submitted by Councillor S. Maguire was deferred to the 2nd July (Ordinary Meeting) Agenda

“Due to the recent storms our dunes in Strandhill and on the 2nd beach in Rosses Point have been considerably damaged.

The dunes are actively falling and have become very dangerous. This motion seeks to have the council take immediate remedial action to combat this serious situation and to erect more signage to alert people to the danger to prevent a serious accident occurring.”

 

38.  DANGEROUS STRUCTURE IN HIGH STREET, SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor T. MacSharry
Seconded by Councillor R. O’Grady

AND AGREED

"That Sligo County Council engineering staff address the urgent Health and Safety issues posed by the imminent collapse of the property beside the Friary Church on High Street".

Following the delivery of a detailed report by Mr. Kilfeather which concluded that it is expected that the necessary works will commence within the coming three to four weeks, the Members agreed to refer this matter back to the July Agenda.

 

39.  REPEAL OF 8TH AMENDMENT TO IRISH CONSTITUTION:

In withdrawing the following item from the Agenda, Councillor O’Boyle welcomed the outcome of the Referendum held on 25th May.

“Sligo County Council support repealing the 8th amendment for the upcoming referendum on May 25th”.

 

40.  ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY IN TUBBERCURRY FOR NEW GARDA STATION:

Proposed by Councillor D. Mulvey
Seconded by Councillor J. Lundy

AND AGREED

“I call on the members of Sligo County Council to support the motion calling on the executive of this Council to contact with urgency the C. E. O. of the O. P. W., Mr. Maurice Buckley and the Minister who were previous tenants of the former state occupied building adjacent to the Garda Station in Tubbercurry which is now for sale and to instigate meaningful negations to acquire this property for the state to be used as the new Garda Station for Tubbercurry region.

This is a unique opportunity to acquire this cost effective, ready to go building which will meet all the requirements of the state.

This endorsement from the Council will complement my correspondence already sent to the Minister for Justice and Equality Charlie Flanagan T.D., the C.E.O. of O.P.W. and Minister for the O.P.W. Kevin Boxer Moran T.D. who deals directly with site accessions of buildings for state use.”

Several Members noted that they had been highlighting the poor condition of the Garda Station in Tubbercurry for some time and reiterated the importance of providing a new station as a matter of urgency.

 

41.  ‘QUIRKY GLAMPING’ VILLAGE, ENNISCRONE:

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

AND AGREED

“To ask Sligo County Council to support ‘Quirky Glamping Village’, Enniscrone to become a Flagship project by Fáilte Ireland”.

Ms. Clarke reported that Sligo County Council welcomes the new development on the Quirky Glamping Village in Enniscrone by Mr David Mc Gowan.

Such a development has the potential to add significantly to the tourism appeal and attraction of Enniscrone and the west Sligo area.

 

23.  APPLICATIONS FOR OLDER PEOPLES HOUSING GRANTS:

Proposed by Councillor M. Clarke
Seconded by Councillor P. Taylor

AND AGREED

“To call on Sligo County Council to start taking in the applications for the older peoples grant immediately”.

Members discussed the difficulties being encountered due to insufficient funding for the volume of applications in all areas of Housing grant assistance.

Councillor Clarke proposed the increase of the funding available from €300,000 to €450,000 to try and clear some of the backlog. 

Mr. Murphy advised the Meeting that, as it stands, the Scheme is over committed.  However, it may be feasible to re-open the Scheme towards year end. 

Following a discussion regarding the sourcing of the increased funding, the Chief Executive advised the Meeting that this was a matter for discussion at Budgetary Meetings.  In the event of Members agreeing with the proposal put forward by Councillor Clarke, Members would need to identify where the additional funding would come from.

Councillor Clarke noted the points raised and agreed to withdraw his earlier proposal.

 

ADJOURNMENT FOR LUNCH:

The Meeting adjourned at 1.00 p.m. and resumed at 1.30 p.m.

 

44.  ANTI DOG FOULING SPRAY PAINT:

Proposed by Councillor K. Henry
Seconded by Councillor Clarke

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council Environment Section purchase anti dog fouling spray paint stencils for use as an awareness method to reduce the amount of dog fouling occurring throughout the county.”

Mr. Kilfeather advised the Members that Sligo County Council is continually looking for ways in which to highlight the problems around dog fouling and irresponsible dog owners.  The use of spray paint stencils has been trialled in the UK and it has proven successful in certain areas.  While it tends to look quite unsightly until the rain washes it away, it will serve to highlight the problem, therefore, it has been agreed that the Environment Section will purchase this product and trial the use of this awareness method in Sligo.

 

ATTENDANCE OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE AT BRITISH-IRISH PARLIAMENTARY ASSEMBLY MEETING:

Councillor K. Henry, Leas Cathaoirleach advised the Meeting that the Chief Executive had conveyed his apologies for being unable to attend the remainder of the meeting due to his attendance at a meeting of the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly.

 

42.  REQUEST FOR INCREASE IN DAILY SLIGO-DUBLIN RAIL SERVICES:

Proposed by Councillor D. Mulvey
Seconded by Councillor T. Healy

AND AGREED

“I call on Sligo County Council to support Iarnród Éireann’s application for approval to the National Transport Authority to increase the current 7 services daily to 8 services daily in their Autumn schedule on the Sligo line. Sligo is one of the busiest intercity services carrying 1.3 million passengers last year.

The majority of Sligo services are operated by four carriage trains. The exceptions are 05.45 Sligo-Connolly and 17.05 Connolly-Sligo every day which are both 7 carriage trains, and on Fridays 15.05 Connolly-Sligo is increased to a 7 carriage train,(2 seven carriage trains on a Friday) so the introduction of  8 services each way per day would considerably help with peak overcrowding on certain train departures.  I call on the Sligo County council to write to the National Transport Authority to make a strong case for this approval”.

 

REQUEST FOR WORKSHOPS ON RECYCLING:

The following item, as submitted by Councillor S. Maguire, was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda:

“This Council will organise and run workshops similar to those held in other counties to assist people with recycling in line with the new recycling requirements.”

 

45.  SURVEY OF MAIN ROAD THROUGH BALLINTOGHER VILLAGE:

Proposed by Councillor T. Healy
Seconded by Councillor C. MacManus

AND AGREED

“To call on Sligo County Council to carry out a survey on the condition of the main road that runs through the village of Ballintogher as the surface of the road is deteriorating and for funding to be made available to address this situation.”

Mr. Kilfeather reported that the condition of the R290 road through Ballintogher would be examined.  This section of road could be considered for inclusion on the 2019 Roads Programme.

 

46.  REQUEST FOR PROVISION OF ‘OUT OF HOURS’ SERVICE AT BALLYMOTE PRIMARY CARE CENTRE:

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor K. Henry

AND AGREED

“That this Council calls on the H.S.E. to have a G.P. ‘out of hours’ service provided at the New Primary Care Centre at Ballymote”.

The Leas-Cathaoirleach advised the Meeting that he had also raised this matter at the Regional Health Forum Meetings.

 

47.  PROVISION OF C.C.T.V. AT MUD LANE, CARTRON, SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor R. O’Grady
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council seeks funding for the provision of C.C.T.V. at Mud Lane, Cartron”.

Mr. Kilfeather reported that the cost and maintenance of CCTV is quite high and on many occasions with little to no comeback.  There are strict regulations surrounding the placing of CCTV in residential areas which may be viewed as an invasion of privacy for residents in the area. 

It has been noted that littering/illegal dumping is an ongoing problem in this area.  Sligo County Council with the assistance of Sligo Tidy Towns carried out a large scale litter pick in April under the National Spring Clean Initiative.  In addition to this, it has been agreed to erect bollards close to the entrance to Mud Lane, to prevent vehicle access down along the pedestrian walkway, in an effort to deter future illegal dumping activity.  Sligo County Council will also carry out an investigation of household waste management compliance of all households within the immediate vicinity of where the illegal dumping is taking place. 

In welcoming the provision of the bollards, the Members reiterated that the C.C.T.V. was the preference expressed by residents in the area.

 

48.  TAKING IN CHARGE OF ‘KNOXVILLE MANOR’ ESTATE, BELLAGHY, CO. SLIGO:

Proposed by Councillor J. Lundy
Seconded by Councillor K. Henry

AND AGREED

“I will ask for an update report on the taking in charge of ‘Knoxville Manor’ estate in Bellaghy, Co. Sligo.”

Following a report from Irish Water, they have identified where 2 separate wayleaves are required.  Sligo County Council will now liaise with the Landowners and Irish Water in relation to this issue so as to advance the taking in charge process, Ms. Clarke advised the Meeting.

 

49.  VISIT OF POPE FRANCIS TO IRELAND:

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor G. O’Boyle

AND AGREED

“Noting that the visit of Pope Francis will take place in August, this Council requests the Pope to visit Tuam to apologise to the families of those who suffered and died in the Mother and Baby Home run by the Sisters of the Bon Secours and to all the victims of clerical abuse in Ireland” .

 

51.  PROGRESS REPORT ON COMPLETION OF WORKS AT FAIRWAYS ESTATE, TUBBERCURRY:

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

AND AGREED

“To seek a report on progress for the completion of works on Fairways Estate, Tubbercurry”.

Ms. Clarke advised the Meeting that the Bondholder has gone out to tender for the works that are required to bring the estate up to a satisfactory standard to allow the estate to be taken in charge.  The tenders have now been returned and we are waiting on the Bondholder to award the contract.   Sligo County Council is liaising with the Bondholder on an ongoing basis to progress these works.

Following further queries raised by Councillor Lundy, Ms. Clarke reassured the Members that the Senior Executive Engineer was in regular contact with the Bond holder.

 

52.  PROVISION OF NEW CENTRAL LIBRARY IN SLIGO TOWN:

Proposed by Councillor C. MacManus
Seconded by Councillor T. Healy

AND AGREED

“To ask what further progress has been made regarding the provision of a modern, fit-for-purpose Central Library in Sligo Town”.

Ms. Clarke provided the Members with a detailed report.  In conclusion, the Meeting was advised that at present there is no Library Capital Programme and the publication of the New Library Strategy was awaited.

 

50.  LIVE STREAMING OF COUNCIL MEETINGS:

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor G. O’Boyle

AND AGREED

“To ask the Chief Executive what progress has been made with regard to the live streaming of Council meetings.”

The Head of Finance Ms M Whelan reported that the current analogue microphone system in the Council Chamber is incompatible with the implementation of live streaming and would require an upgrade at an estimated cost of €25,000-€30,000.

With this in place live streaming would cost an additional estimated €20,000 per year based on our current meetings profile. This excludes municipal district meetings.  No financial provision for live streaming has been made in the current year.

 

53.  REVIEW OF CAR PARKING BYE-LAWS:

Proposed by Councillor T. Healy
Seconded by Councillor G. O’Boyle

AND AGREED

“To call on Sligo County Council to consider increasing the number of disabled car park spaces in Sligo when they are reviewing the Car parking bye laws.”

The Meeting was advised by Mr. Kilfeather that over the coming months, the Roads Department will undertake a review of the number of designated car parking spaces within the Urban Area, the results of which will be used to ascertain the need for additional designated spaces throughout the city centre.  Any proposals to increase the number of designated spaces will be undertaken in consultation with the appropriate organisation/ agencies.

 

54.  ‘REBUILDING IRELAND’ HOME LOANS:

The following item, as submitted by Councillor K. Henry, was deferred to the Agenda of the July Meeting:

“Can the Council be provided with an update on the uptake of the Rebuilding Ireland Home Loans for County Sligo including the number of applications received, approved, pending and rejected. That the Council forward a letter to the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government asking for the credit criteria to be published”.

 

55.  DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BILL:

The following item, as submitted by Councillor C. MacManus, was deferred to the Agenda of the July Meeting:

“That this Council welcomes the passing of the Domestic Violence Bill by the Seanad earlier this month and calls on the Government to take all the necessary steps to ensure that the protections and safeguards enshrined in this Act are available as soon as possible.

Further, recognising the vital frontline work and support services provided nationally and locally by agencies such as Women’s Aid, Safe Ireland, Rape Crisis Centres and DVAS, this Council calls on the Government and the HSE to confirm that adequate resources and funding will be available as a matter of urgency. This Act will only mean something if the victims of domestic abuse and violence, both now and in the future, can use the new provisions to help ensure their safety.”

 

56.  UPDATING OF VOTERS’ REGISTER:

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor K. Henry

“That Sligo County Council calls on the Minister for Environment to consider giving the management and updating of the Voters’ Register to An Post”.

Following a discussion on the matter, it was

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor K. Henry

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council calls on the Minister for the Environment to consider a review of the management and updating of the Voter’s Register and consider the possible involvement of other State Agencies in this process”.

 

57.  PROGRAMME OF WORKS ON THE OWENMORE RIVER:

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor K Henry

AND AGREED

“Following the announcement by Minister Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran that funding of €50,000 is being made available as part of the CFRAM programme for works on the Owenmore River, I am requesting that we are provided with a report as to what works will be carried out and that it’s in consultation with the drainage committee.”

 

58.  COMMISSIONING OF DEDICATED PATCHING UNIT FOR SLIGO COUNTY:

Proposed by Councillor T. Healy
Seconded by Councillor J. Queenan

AND AGREED

“To call on Sligo County Council to consider commissioning a dedicated patching Unit for the County. This is to address the ongoing problem with potholes throughout Sligo.”

Mr. Kilfeather presented a report outlining the current situation in relation to road works.  It was noted that while difficulties had arisen in the past due to staffing issues and lack of appropriate Plant, these issues had been addressed.  A busy work programme was being delivered and all available resources were applied to the delivery of the county’s Roads Programme.

The Members agreed that this matter would be kept under review and it was hoped that the issues raised would be resolved over the next twelve months.

 

59.  ‘WIFI4EU’ SCHEME:

The following matter, as submitted by Councillor M. Casserly, was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda:

“To receive an update on the Sligo County Council application for Local Authorities to introduce free Wi-Fi hotspots. The ‘WiFi4EU’ scheme will promote free Wi-Fi connectivity in public spaces – such as parks, squares, public buildings, libraries, health centres and museums”.

 

60.  PROVISION OF PEDESTRIAN CROSSING AT KEASH N.S.:

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor P. Taylor

AND AGREED

“That a pedestrian crossing be provided at Keash N.S in the interest of road safety to cater for the school and the newly opened playground”.

Mr. Kilfeather, D.O.S. advised the Meeting that the Area Engineer met with representatives from the School Board of Management and the Principal a number of months ago. The primary issue at the time was the speed of the vehicles approaching the school at pick up and drop off times. The safety of the children crossing was also discussed. A speed counter will be placed in the vicinity of the school over the next few weeks to assess actual speeds. A defined crossing point for children is needed but the provision of a pedestrian crossing on a quiet local road is not warranted. An overall scheme needs to be prepared for the school which would take into account any safety issues at this location. This could be included in the 2019 CLÁR applications if the CLÁR scheme is available.

 

61.  CONTINUATION OF FOOTPATH WORKS ON ROAD L6804 IN COOLANEY:

Proposed by Councillor D. Mulvey
Seconded by Councillor K. Henry

AND AGREED

“I call on Sligo County Council to work with the Community in Coolaney to continue the footpath work started last year on road L6804 from Coolaney village up to the National school and Church”.

Mr. Kilfeather reported that the extension of the footpath along the L6804 Coolaney to Rockfield road is not possible at this time as the required lands are not currently available. If the required lands became available the construction of the footpath could be considered via a Clár application or a Town and Village enhancement application in 2019.  

It was noted by the Members that the land required for the works involved two landowners.  They requested that further contact would be made with these landowners in relation to the footpath. 

 

62.  TRAFFIC CALMING SIGNAGE ON SHORE ROAD, STRANDHILL:

Proposed by Councillor T. MacSharry
Seconded by Councillor R. O’Grady

AND AGREED

"That Sligo County Council engineering staff would change the traffic calming signage on Shore road, Strandhill from 50 km/h to 30km/h in the interests of Health and Safety".

The 2017 Road Traffic (Special Speed Limit) (County of Sligo) Draft Bye Laws which cover both National, Regional and local roads have not been finalised to date.  The request for a change of Speed Limit from 50 kph to 30 kph on the Shore Road, Strandhill will be considered at the next Annual Speed Limit Review in the not too distant future, Mr. Kilfeather advised the Meeting.

 

63.  CAT LAB FOR SLIGO UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL:

With the agreement of the Members, the following motion as submitted by Councillor S. Maguire was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda.

“Sligo County Council will seek clarification from the Minister for Health why Sligo University Hospital remains the only regional hospital without a cat lab. Further this motion calls on all local T.D.s to address this matter with the Minister as a matter of urgency”.

 

64.  PARKING BYE-LAWS 2018 – SUMMERHILL VILLAGE:

Proposed by Councillor T. MacSharry
Seconded by Councillor R. O’Grady

AND AGREED

"That Sligo County Council Engineering staff immediately engage with the Residents of Summerhill Village to reach an agreed approach in relation to the proposed Parking Bye-Laws 2018".

Following the delivery of a lengthy report by Mr. Kilfeather, Members confirmed that they had been advised by residents in the area that their choice would be the marking of double yellow lines at this location.  The Director of Services advised the meeting that the views of the residents would be taken on board.

 

65.  HISTORIC GRAVEYARD AT CARROWNAGLERAGH,

KILLORAN, COOLANEY:

Proposed by Councillor D. Mulvey
Seconded by Councillor M. Clarke

AND AGREED

“I ask if Sligo County Council’s Heritage Officer can attend a meeting in Killoran School, Coolaney with the purpose of setting up a working group so as to maintain the historic old graveyard at Carrownagleragh Killoran Coolaney which has a medieval church.

The purpose of this proposed meeting is to work in partnership with the local community group as to the ongoing maintenance and to make the cemetery accessible for the general public wishing to visit this historic site and especially for those whose families are interred there”

Ms. Clarke provided Members with a detailed report regarding the above proposal.  The Meeting was further advised that the Heritage Officer, as requested, was due to meet with the group on 19th June.

 

66.  COURT ABBEY MONUMENT:

Proposed by Councillor K. Henry
Seconded by Councillor M. Gormley

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council write to the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht asking that the Court Abbey monument be taken in charge as a national monument”.

It was further agreed that a copy of the correspondence would be sent to the Minister of State for the Office of Public Works, Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran, T.D.

 

67.  “USE YOUR BRAIN NOT YOUR FISTS” CAMPAIGN:

Proposed by Councillor K. Henry
Seconded by Councillor P. Taylor

AND AGREED

“That Sligo County Council write to the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment asking that the “Use Your Brain not your Fists” video and campaign be included in the SPHE”.

 

68.  WORKS ON BALLYMOTE PLAYGROUND:

Proposed by Councillor K. Henry
Seconded by Councillor P. Taylor

AND AGREED

“To ask for publishing in full the costing and details of the works carried out in Ballymote Playground recently”.

Ms. D. Clarke, D.O.S. outlined the details of the works and Mr. T. Kilfeather responded to queries in relation to insurance issues.

 

69.  COASTAL PROTECTION WORKS IN WEST SLIGO:

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

AND AGREED

“Ask the County Manager to indicate what coastal protection works in west Sligo has been applied for to Department in 2018”.

Mr. Kilfeather provided a breakdown of applications submitted to the O.P.W. in May 2018 relating to coastal protection projects in west Sligo.

 

70.  REVIEW OF BEACH BYE-LAWS:

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

AND AGREED

“Ask the Manager when the Beach bye-laws are being reviewed”. 

The review of Bye-Laws is a very resource intensive process as can be confirmed by the Members of SPC 2 with regard to the Casual Trading Bye-Laws presented to the Council today. Staff started working on those Bye-Laws in Q4 2017 and it has taken 7 months to bring proposals to the Council for its consideration.

Nevertheless if the Council wishes this to be done and subject to resources it is proposed to begin the review process of the Beach bye-laws in the final quarter of 2018.  It is anticipated to have a draft version of the new bye-laws by early 2019 allowing sufficient time for presenting these at the SPC and the Council meeting ahead of a public consultation period.  It is hoped to have new bye-laws in place by summer 2019 Mr. Kilfeather advised the Meeting.

 

71.  INCREASE IN CAR, BUSINESS AND RESIDENTIAL INSURANCE COSTS:

Proposed by Councillor M. Clarke
Seconded by Councillor P. Taylor

AND AGREED

“To call on this Government to take action with regard to car, business and residential Insurance spiralling out of control and out of reach of the Citizens.”

 

72.  FUNDING FOR IMPROVEMENT WORKS ON R294:

Proposed by Councillor M. Gormley
Seconded by Councillor P. Taylor

AND AGREED

“As the Regional Road R294 is the main artery from Ballina to Boyle going through Tubbercurry, Gurteen and Cloonloo to link up with the N4, I am calling on Sligo County Council to make an application for funding to carry out much needed improvements on this road in areas such as at Mullinabreena and Knockalass”.

The Meeting was informed by Mr. Kilfeather that there is currently no funding stream available for work such as this.  The scheme would have fitted under the heading of specific improvement grant until this grant type was suspended some years back.  If a funding stream becomes available, the road design section will advance an application for funding for a scheme.

 

74.  REQUEST FOR A D.N.A. DATABASE FOR CHILDREN INVOLVED IN RECENT ADOPTION SCANDALS:

Proposed by Councillor G. O’Boyle
Seconded by Councillor D. Bree

AND AGREED

“Sligo County Council calls on Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Minister Katherine Zappone to set up a D.N.A. database for children involved in recent adoption scandals.  Also, for any persons that were in any religious institutions which all costs will be covered by the State”.

 

75.  LOCATION OF BEACH WHEELCHAIR FOR SUMMER 2018:

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor G. O’Boyle

AND AGREED

“That the Council be provided with a report indicating where the new beach wheelchair will be located during the summer months and outlining the proposals for the provision of additional beach wheelchairs on Sligo’s beaches.”

The Meeting was advised by Mr. Kilfeather that there were a total of two beach wheelchairs purchased earlier this year - one by the Local Authority and the other by Sligo Sports and Recreation Partnership.  One of these wheelchairs will be located in Enniscrone during July and August.  Confirmation of who will manage, maintain and take responsibility for bookings is at discussion stage.

A location for the second wheelchair has yet to be determined.  Rosses Point will not be considered due to restricted access from the ramp to the beach.  Discussions are ongoing with the Irish Wheelchair Association to confirm a suitable beach location for this wheelchair.  Once details are confirmed, this information will be made available to the general public.

In reply, Councillor Bree said he welcomed the report and also that the Sligo Sports and Recreation Partnership has joined Sligo County Council in the initiative. 

The Director of Services confirmed that, once the locations had been finalised, it would be widely advertised in the local and social media.

 

76.  ‘SICK OF PLASTIC’ CAMPAIGN:

At the request of Councillor Bree, the following item was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda:

“That Sligo County Council indicates its support for the Friends of the Earth ‘Sick of Plastic’ campaign including the call for (a) the imposition of a levy on single-use plastic items, like take-away cups; and (b) the imposition of a ban on the use of micro-plastics in cosmetics and care products.”

 

77.  REPORT ON THE PROPOSED T2-T12 ROAD LINKING THE JUNCTION OF MAIL COACH ROAD/CONNOLLY STREET WITH THE JUNCTION OF BURTON STREET / PEARSE ROAD:

Proposed by Councillor D. Bree
Seconded by Councillor G. O’Boyle

AND AGREED

“That the Executive provide the Council with an up to date report on the proposed T2-T12 road linking the junction of Mail Coach Road/Connolly Street with the junction of Burton Street/Pearse Road; the report to include details of the most recent submission made to the Department seeking funding for the project.”

There is currently no funding stream available for work such as this.  The scheme would have fitted under the heading of specific improvement grant until this grant type was suspended some years back.  If a funding stream becomes available, the road design section will advance an application for funding for a scheme, Mr. Kilfeather advised the Meeting.

 

78.  REPORT RE. FINES ISSUED FOR LITTERING AND DOG FOULING:

At the request of Councillor MacManus, the following item was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda:

“To ask for a report outlining the number of fines issued and subsequent revenue raised in years 2015, 2016 and 2017 for (a) littering and (b) dog fouling.

Further, can the Council consider creating a strategy and\or awareness programme around the issue of dog fouling centred on community engagement, education and targeted enforcement actions.”

 

79.  PROGRESS RELATING TO PROVISION OF A COMMUNITY FACILITY IN STRANDHILL:

At the request of Councillor MacManus, the following item was deferred to the July Ordinary Meeting Agenda:

“To ask for a report, as agreed at the April Monthly Meeting, on progress relating to the provision of a community facility including surfing and community centre, on the Front in Strandhill Village.”

 

80.  VOTES OF SYMPATHY:

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Sheila McSweeney and family of Ballinfull on the death of her husband, Seán.

 

Proposed by Councillor C. MacManus
Seconded by Councillor G. O’Boyle

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Martin and Dervilla McCarrick of Cartron Estate, Sligo on the death of their son, Ross.

 

Proposed by Councillor R. O’Grady
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Brendan McCauley of Strandhill on the death of his wife, Theresa.

 

Proposed by Councillor R. O’Grady
Seconded by Councillor T. MacSharry

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Mary Gallagher of Kevinsfort, Sligo on the death of her son, Graeme.

 

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Eamon Durkin of Lislea, Aclare on the death of his mother, Maureen.

 

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Frances McCarrick and family of Carrowreagh Knox on the death of her husband, Peter.

 

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Jerry Fahey and family of Ranaghan, Ballinacarrow on the death of his wife, Maura.

 

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Conall Calleary of Ballina and Sligo County Council Staff on the death of his father, Seán.

 

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Tommy Meehan of Tunnagh, Sooey on the death of his mother, Peggy.

 

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Brendan Gethins of Cartronhugh, Ballintogher on the death of his mother, Annie.

 

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

AND AGREED

“That a vote of sympathy be extended to Hannah Gilroy and family of Drinaghan, Kilglass on the death of her husband, Gerry.

 

The Chief Executive, on his own behalf and on behalf of the Staff, wished to be associated with these expressions of sympathy.

 

81.  VOTES OF CONGRATULATIONS:

No matter was raised under this heading.

 

82.  CONFERENCE/TRAINING NOTIFICATIONS:

Proposed by Councillor P. Taylor
Seconded by Councillor H. Keaney

AND AGREED

“To note and approve the Conferences and Training list previously circulated.”

 

83.  SUMMARY OF PROCEEDINGS OF CONFERENCES ATTENDED:

Proposed by Councillor H. Keaney
Seconded by Councillor J. Lundy

AND AGREED

“To note the summary of proceedings of Conferences attended in accordance with Section 142(5) (f) of the Local Government Act, 2001”.

 

84.  CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED:

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

AND AGREED

“To note the items of correspondence received and posted on Extranet”.

 

85.  MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES:

No matter was raised under this heading.

 

86.  ANY OTHER BUSINESS:

Members congratulated the Leas-Cathaoirleach on the manner he had dealt with the Meeting having been asked to take the Chair at short notice.

 

END OF MEETING:

The business of the Meeting concluded at 3.55 p.m.

 

 


Meeting Date 11/06/2018