Meath County Council
Motions — 3,959 records (page 50 of 80)
- 4 February 2021 Laytown-Bettystown carried
That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 14th January 2021 be confirmed.
- 4 February 2021 Laytown-Bettystown carried
That the roads within The Grange, Donore be taken in charge and that a declaration be made that the roads within the development shall be public roads in accordance with Section 11 Roads Act 1993 and the Planning & Development Acts 2000-2020.
- 4 February 2021 Laytown-Bettystown carried
That the 2021 Schedule of Municipal District Works for Laytown-Bettystown be adopted.
- 4 February 2021 Laytown-Bettystown carried
That the meeting be extended by fifteen minutes.
- 8 February 2021 Kells carried
Confirmation of minutes of Ordinary Meeting held on 18th January 2021.
- 8 February 2021 Kells carried
Adoption of the 2021 Schedule of Municipal District Works for Kells Municipal District.
- 10 February 2021 Navan not recorded
In the interest of providing motorists with a safe entrance and exit from the disability respite centre on the Commons Road, this council agrees to install a yellow box at the entrance to the centre in Clogherboy.
- 10 February 2021 Navan not recorded
In the interest of providing safe passage to pedestrians accessing the St. Finian’s Cemetery, Navan Municipal District agrees to consider reducing the Old Athboy Road, from Mullaghboy to Boyerstown, to a one-way system in order to create the space that would allow for the construction of a footpath with adequate public lighting from Mullaghboy to St. Finian’s Cemetery.
- 10 February 2021 Navan carried
I call on Meath County Council to carry out repairs on the pedestrian passway between Millbrook estate and Johnstown Wood because, at present, the gapway is a trip hazard and should be made safe and secure for schoolgoing children who walk to Johnstown School Campus.
- 10 February 2021 Navan carried
I propose that Meath County Council would include Poolquay Road, Flowerhill, in 2021 roadworks programme. This road is in Meath County Council's charge and has experienced huge problems from flooding in recent years and needs to be resurfaced.
- 10 February 2021 Navan carried
To ask the Council that when mature trees need to be removed that local people be notified of the works, that tree stumps are also removed and replaced with another tree.
- 10 February 2021 Navan carried
I propose the motion to install pedestrian crossings at the "Round O" roundabout to allow for safe passage for pedestrians.
- 10 February 2021 Navan not recorded
I propose the motion to install a railing along the pathway at Aura Leisure Centre, from the building to the disabled parking bays, to enable easy access for those with mobility disabilities and for the elderly.
- 1 March 2021 withdrawn
Due to the vitally important functions performed within every community across the country by Funeral Directors, Meath County Council calls on Minister for Heath Stephen Donnelly T.D. to include Funeral Directors formally as Front Line staff and as such give due consideration to their vaccination priority as their front line worker status deserves
- 1 March 2021 deferred
That in the spirit of inclusivity, Meath County Council replaces the prayer at the start of full county council meetings with a period of silent reflection to reflect the greater diversity that now exists within our county.
- 1 March 2021 withdrawn
That Meath County Council stands ready to work with all statutory bodies and with civic society to plan and prepare for the referendum on Irish Unity and for a positive outcome to that referendum and calls on the British Government to agree to set a date for the Irish Unity referendum as provided for in the Good Friday Agreement and calls on the Irish Government to work for this outcome
- 1 March 2021 carried
That Meath County Council dedicates a new website page on www.Meath.ie to provide contractors with ease of access to review all tenders uploaded to www.eTenders.ie and www.supplygov.ie
- 1 March 2021 carried
That Meath County Council reviews the Casual Trading Licence’s procedure for the county and the list of designated casual trading areas within.
- 1 March 2021 carried
That Meath County Council increases public awareness regarding the need for dog owners to keep their pets under control due to the increase in dog attacks on farm animals and the growing number of people using public parks and walkways.
- 1 March 2021 carried
That Meath County Council looks to increase the capacity at Bottle Bank/Bring Bank sites and seeks new locations for such facilities in light of the large increase in the volume of recycling at such facilities.
- 1 March 2021 carried
That Meath County Council agrees to become a signatory to the EU Covenant of Mayors, as 20 other Irish local authorities have done to date, and in doing so commits to adopting an integrated approach to climate change mitigation and adaptation, to a Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan with the aims of cutting CO2 emissions by at least 40% by 2030 and increasing resilience to climate change.
- 1 March 2021 deferred
That Meath County Council rejects the provisions contained in the Land Development Agency 2021 Bill published by the Government removing the role of the elected members of local authorities in approving the transfer or sale of lands to the Land Development Agency and in doing so agrees to write to the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage urging a removal of that provision and to ensure that elected members retain the right to control such sales or transfers and be able to prepare and plan for appropriate housing delivery on Council owned lands. The Council further agrees to circulate this motion to each Local Authority and the Association of Irish Local Government requesting their support for this.
- 1 March 2021 deferred
That Meath County Council agrees to write to the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage: highlighting that Section 183 of the Local Government Act is one of the most important reserved functions delegated to elected members; expressing its opposition to the provisions in the Land Development Agency 2021 Bill (to be enacted) that overrides elected members in the transfer or sale of public land; and seeking to remove these provisions from the Bill
- 1 March 2021 carried
That Meath County Council asks the Minister of Housing, Local Government and Heritage to investigate the potential of establishing a separate planning zone objective to cater for retirement villages and /or step down housing projects outside of the core strategy and Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy population limits (other than A1 or A2 Residential and while recognising that retirement/nursing homes can be built on G1 zoned lands)
- 1 March 2021 deferred
That Meath County Council calls on the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communication to allow a longer lead in period to the banning Milled Peat due to the adverse effect that a sudden ban is having on the horticulture industry.
- 1 March 2021 deferred
That Meath County Council opposes the ratification of CETA by the Irish Government.
- 2 March 2021 Ashbourne not recorded
I call on the Transport Department to tender for consultants to design an upgrade to the Archerstown Road from the Milltown Road to the entrance to Ashbourne Utd, Ashbourne Rugby and the Irish Clay pigeon shooting grounds. If this piece of roadway is progressed by Part VIII, we may be able to avail of funding that will include public paths, cycle lanes, public lighting and the retention of native hedgerows.
- 3 March 2021 Ratoath carried
I call on Meath County Council to begin the process of releasing council land in Dunsany for affordable / low cost sites.
- 3 March 2021 Ratoath carried
I call on Meath County Council to consider installing a dog run in Dunboyne park / Dunboyne park extension while enhancement works are underway.
- 3 March 2021 Ratoath not recorded
Meath County Council will write to Horse Racing Ireland & Fairyhouse racecourse to request the opening of the inner roadway [on non-race days], for the use of Ratoath residents as a walking route, subject to an agreed "code of conduct/ terms of use" policy. Meath County Council will support local groups in the restoration of the Bridle Path right of way, to safely connect residents with the publicly funded & owned amenity, Fairyhouse racecourse.
- 4 March 2021 Laytown-Bettystown carried
Confirmation of minutes of Ordinary Meeting held on 4th February 2021.
- 4 March 2021 Laytown-Bettystown carried
Agreement in principle to disposal of land adjacent to the property 2 Cottages, Doncarney, Co Meath.
- 4 March 2021 Laytown-Bettystown carried
To consider taking in charge of the following and the making of a declaration that the roads within the developments shall be public roads in accordance with Section 11 Roads Act 1993 and the Planning & Development Acts 2000-2020. • Mornington Towers, Laytown-Bettystown.
- 4 March 2021 Laytown-Bettystown not recorded
That a letter issue to the Transportation Department expressing the disappointment of councillors that the Low Cost Safety Scheme, which was included in the 2021 Schedule of Municipal District Works, will not now proceed as it did not receive funding this year, and that it be prioritised for 2022.
- 8 March 2021 Kells carried
That Meath County Council prioritise the design of Phase 2 of the Kells Walk/Cycleway to ensure that we, as a Municipal District, are in strong position to apply under the 2021 Outdoor Recreation and Infrastructure Scheme.
- 10 March 2021 Navan carried
This Council acknowledges that the standing portions of the medieval walls of Navan Town, located in the Urban Council Yard on Abbey Road, have been neglected, largely as a consequence of a lack of an objective in relation to conservation and presentation. I ask this Council to protect the structure from falling into a state of further disrepair by putting in place a Conservation Plan that will form the basis of an integrated and agreed strategy for the future management and repair of the walls and defences and to develop strategies to raise the image and public awareness of these important monuments. Further to this, I ask that the conservation plan be guided at all times by the direction set out in the policy document "National Monuments Service Guidelines for Town Medieval Walls".
- 10 March 2021 Navan carried
In the interest of providing safe vehicular access and exit to the Navan Retail Park, that Meath County Council agrees to carry out a traffic safety assessment with a view to installing traffic lights or other such safety measures that may be deemed necessary.
- 10 March 2021 Navan carried
I propose that Meath County Council incorporate Spicers property (a protected building, bought as part of the regeneration plan) adjacent to the Ramparts in the upcoming tendering process. The Old Spicers Bakery on the Athlumney Road would have great potential if used as tea rooms, tourist office and museum. In my opinion the tourism potential of such a facility would greatly enhance the Boyne Greenway and Navigation Restoration Scheme.
- 10 March 2021 Navan carried
With a view to promoting better mental and physical health for the residents of Navan, and bearing in mind Covid 19 restrictions, I call on Meath County Council to extend the outdoor exercise area of Blackwater Park (our county park) by adding on a Calisthenics Outdoor Gym. Calisthenics is a growing trend. This form of workout is intended to increase strength, fitness and flexibility through different exercises with minimal equipment.
- 10 March 2021 Navan carried
That Navan Municipal Council name the new road being built from the intersection of the R153 Navan Kentstown Road and Metges Road to Farganstown, Bóthar Hodgett in memory of Thomas Hodgett.
- 10 March 2021 Navan not carried
I call on Meath County Council, as part of support for local businesses in the town centre, to provide a number of parklets, to be placed at suitable locations in the town centre, to help drive local engagement and support for local businesses in the Navan town centre as we prepare for summer.
- 10 March 2021 Navan carried
I call on Meath County to accelerate the delivery of two key cycle routes connecting the Johnstown area and Blackwater Park with the town centre.
- 12 March 2021 Trim carried
For Meath County Council, in consultation with the OPW, to review and report findings on increasing the biodiversity of the Porch Fields. The review should also consider sustainable measures to protect the amenity.
- 12 April 2021 carried
That Meath County Council rejects the provisions contained in the Land Development Agency 2021 Bill published by the Government removing the role of the elected members of local authorities in approving the transfer or sale of lands to the Land Development Agency and in doing so agrees to write to the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage urging a removal of that provision and to ensure that elected members retain the right to control such sales or transfers and be able to prepare and plan for appropriate housing delivery on Council owned lands. The Council further agrees to circulate this motion to each Local Authority and the Association of Irish Local Government requesting their support for this.
- 12 April 2021 carried
That Meath County Council agrees to write to the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage: highlighting that Section 183 of the Local Government Act is one of the most important reserved functions delegated to elected members; expressing its opposition to the provisions in the Land Development Agency 2021 Bill (to be enacted) that overrides elected members in the transfer or sale of public land; and seeking to remove these provisions from the Bill.
- 12 April 2021 deferred
That Meath County Council calls on the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communication to allow a longer lead in period to the banning Milled Peat due to the adverse effect that a sudden ban is having on the horticulture industry.
- 12 April 2021 not carried
That Meath County Council opposes the ratification of CETA by the Irish Government.
- 12 April 2021 carried as amended
In light of the overwhelming success of car free beaches in Meath, from both a public and an environmental perspective, to call on Meath County Council to make this ban of vehicles from the beaches permanent, with the exception of the disability and age friendly parking provision already made.
- 12 April 2021 carried
In light of the overwhelming success of car free beaches in Meath, from both a public and an environmental perspective, to call on Meath County Council to extend the ban of vehicles from the beaches for a further six months, with the exception of the disability and age friendly parking provision already made.
- 12 April 2021 deferred
To call on Meath County Council to permit outdoor dining at all commercial premises until the COVID-19 vaccine programme has administered all second vaccines. This would entail the use of outdoor awnings, canopies, seating and tables on pathways along all commercial hospitality frontage. This motion will greatly assist commercial premises who had to close due to Covid-19 restrictions and can only reopen with limited socially distanced dining indoors.