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Meath County Council

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  • 14 February 2024 Navan carried

    I propose that Meath County Council put a tree pruning programme plan in place for the next five years for housing estates in Navan in which residents can avail of funding if Meath County Council are unable to carry out the work.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Francis Deane
    Seconder
    Councillor Padraig Fitzsimons
  • 14 February 2024 Navan carried

    I call on Meath County Council to consider a BMX park in Blackwater Park adjacent to the new bridge over the Blackwater. These lands are currently not in use as part of the park but are within the park boundary.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Tommy Reilly
    Seconder
    Councillor Yemi Adenuga
  • 14 February 2024 Navan carried

    I call on Meath County Council for a left hand turn only from Kilcarn Hill onto the old M3 coming from the Borallion and Cannistown area.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Tommy Reilly
    Seconder
    Councillor Eddie Fennessy
  • 14 February 2024 Navan carried

    I propose that the Council put in traffic lights at the junction of the Trim Road and the Borallion (at Balreask) to allow safe passage for all motorists.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Padraig Fitzsimons
    Seconder
    Councillor Tommy Reilly
  • 14 February 2024 Navan carried

    I propose that the Council carry out a study on traffic at the junction of Clonmagadden Road and the Proudstown Road to see if it necessitates traffic lights.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Padraig Fitzsimons
    Seconder
    Councillor Eddie Fennessy
  • 16 February 2024 Trim carried

    That the minutes of the meeting held on 19th January 2024 be confirmed.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Joe Fox
    Seconder
    Councillor Trevor Golden
  • 16 February 2024 Trim carried

    That the members agree in principle to the disposal of Sites 20 and Site 21, Eamonn Duggan Industrial Park, Trim.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Joe Fox
    Seconder
    Councillor Trevor Golden
  • 16 February 2024 Trim carried

    That the members agree to the Schedule of Municipal District Works for Transportation as presented.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Joe Fox
    Seconder
    Councillor Trevor Golden
  • 16 February 2024 Trim carried

    That the members agree to the Schedule of Municipal District Works for Housing as presented.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Trevor Golden
    Seconder
    Councillor Ronan Moore
  • 4 March 2024 carried

    To ask the Executive to authorise a review of the Commemoration Policy with a view to revising section 4 (b), for the purpose of changing the time period permissible that allows for a commemoration to take place, from 20 years to 10 years.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Edward Fennessy
    Seconder
    Alan Lawes
  • 4 March 2024 carried

    That Meath County Council establishes a ‘Walk of Fame’ to commemorate the Meath stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and other celebrated Meath people from the performing and creative arts.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Mike Bray
    Seconder
    Paddy Meade
  • 4 March 2024 carried

    I call on Meath County Council to increase the number of ‘free day’ initiatives for residential customers using Recycling Centres which are very successful, to facilitate a greater use of the Recycling Centres.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Trevor Golden
    Seconder
    Nick Killian
  • 4 March 2024 carried

    That Meath County Council supports the Government's extension of the Help to Buy Scheme to the end of 2025 and calls for the Scheme to be extended to the end of 2026 to introduce certainty for prospective buyers or those seeking to build their first home.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Joe Fox
    Seconder
    Gerry O’Connor
  • 4 March 2024 withdrawn

    That Meath County Council calls on the Minister for Education to release the findings of the School Transport Scheme review immediately.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Noel French
    Seconder
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  • 4 March 2024 carried as amended

    That Meath County Council call on the Minister for Equality, Children, Disability Integration and Youth to refrain from using the D Hotel in Drogheda as an accommodation centre for asylum seekers.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Michael Gallagher
    Seconder
    Alan Lawes
  • 4 March 2024 carried as amended

    That Meath County Council calls on the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to amend the Control of Dogs Act 1986, to state that all dogs must be on a leash when out in public, unless the dog is at an official off-leash dog park.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Helen Meyer
    Seconder
    Edward Fennessy
  • 4 March 2024 carried

    That Meath County Council calls on the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to implement legislation that requires building owners/management companies to maintain and paint the outside and common areas of their building, after a set period of time, such as ten years, including fines for not complying with said legislation.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Helen Meyer
    Seconder
    Alan Lawes
  • 5 March 2024 Ashbourne carried

    Confirmation of minutes of Ordinary meeting held on 6th February 2024

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Alan Tobin
    Seconder
    Councillor Helen Meyer
  • 5 March 2024 Ashbourne carried

    To approve the Arts, Festivals, Festive Lighting Allocation 2024

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Suzanne Jamal
    Seconder
    Councillor Joe Bonner
  • 5 March 2024 Ashbourne carried

    That Meath County Council install a footpath from Swans Pub, Skryne to Skryne GAA pitch for pedestrian safety.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Conor Tormey
    Seconder
    Councillor Amanda Smith
  • 5 March 2024 Ashbourne carried

    That Meath County Council calls on the Chief Executive to only grant planning permission in Ashbourne if Uisce Eireann can provide a guarantee that they can meet the increased demand for water.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Helen Meyer
    Seconder
    Councillor Conor Tormey
  • 5 March 2024 Ashbourne carried

    To ask the council to provide a monthly update, including this month, on the progress of the R135 Cycle Network Ashbourne, including the updated estimated completion date.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Helen Meyer
    Seconder
    Councillor Amanda Smith
  • 6 March 2024 Ratoath carried

    Confirmation of Minutes of Ordinary meeting held on 7th February 2024

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Gerry O’Connor
    Seconder
    Councillor Nick Killian
  • 6 March 2024 Ratoath carried

    Agreement in principle to disposal by way of Lease of 0.0220HA of land at Johnstown, Dunshaughlin. The lands are not affected by the provisions of the Land Development Agency Act 2021.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Gerry O’Connor
    Seconder
    Councillor Nick Killian
  • 6 March 2024 Ratoath carried

    To consider the taking in charge of Millerstown Phase 2 Kilcock and the making of a declaration that the roads within these developments shall be public roads in accordance with Section 11 Roads Act 1993 and the Planning & Development Acts 2000-2022.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Nick Killian
    Seconder
    Councillor Caroline O’Reilly
  • 6 March 2024 Ratoath carried

    To approve the Arts, Festivals, Festive Lighting Allocation 2024.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Nick Killian
    Seconder
    Councillor Gerry O’Connor
  • 7 March 2024 Laytown-Bettystown carried

    To ask the Minister for Transport to consider the removal of the M1 Toll at Donore to help alleviate the chronic traffic congestion currently being experienced in South Drogheda and East Meath, pending the implementation of a joint transport plan for the area.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Elaine McGinty
    Seconder
    Councillor Paddy Meade
  • 11 March 2024 Kells carried

    That every effort should be made by Meath County Council to progress the early Development of an Affordable Housing Scheme in Kells Town.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Sean Drew
    Seconder
    Michael Gallagher
  • 11 March 2024 Kells carried as amended

    That Meath County Council put a plan in place and investment to improve playground facilities in Athboy with the view to installing a larger array of equipment and play options, put longer lasting play units in place, improve security and surface area, and if deemed necessary to identify a more suitable location for the Athboy playground.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Mike Bray
    Seconder
    Paul McCabe
  • 11 March 2024 Kells carried

    Meath County Council carries out a review of the layout and safety at the L4025 / L40251 crossroads at Allenstown.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Mike Bray
    Seconder
    Michael Gallagher
  • 13 March 2024 Navan carried

    As a gesture of goodwill, I propose that Meath Co Co would introduce a paint scheme (similar to that which existed in previous years) for owners of businesses in the heart of Navan Town. The new traffic plan in the town is proving difficult for those consumers and businesspeople who must make adjustments.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Francis Deane
    Seconder
    Councillor Edward Fennessy
  • 13 March 2024 Navan carried

    I call on Meath Co Co to agree to erect a 2.2 metre wall between Abbey Grove (green area) and the proposed development at Nangle Close at this point while Meath Co Co is contemplating its detailed design.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Francis Deane
    Seconder
    Councillor Edward Fennessy
  • 13 March 2024 Navan carried

    I call on Meath County Council to install footpath, lighting and a bus stop at the Borallion between Trim Road and Kilcarn.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Tommy Reilly
    Seconder
    Councillor Padraig Fitzsimons
  • 13 March 2024 Navan carried

    I call on Meath County Council to erect lighting and a proper footpath between Woodlands Estate and Academy Street.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Tommy Reilly
    Seconder
    Councillor Padraig Fitzsimons
  • 15 March 2024 Trim carried

    We call on the Trim Municipal District of Meath County Council to carry out a Park & Stride trial in Trim and bring findings to Municipal District members for consideration.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Trevor Golden
    Seconder
    Councillor Aisling Dempsey
  • 8 April 2024 carried

    To call on Meath County Council to prepare a standard protocol for traffic calming measures outside schools to include a standard approach to assessing and mitigating risk and a clearly outlined plan regarding the measures selected and the implementation of those measures.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Councillor Helen Meyer
    Seconder
    Councillor Michael Gallagher
  • 8 April 2024 carried

    That Meath County Council request a substantial increase in funding from the Department of Transportation for the Community Involvement Scheme (CIS) so that roads that are heavily used and taken in charge by the council can be maintained in a timely manner.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Councillor Helen Meyer
    Seconder
    Councillor Michael Gallagher
  • 8 April 2024 carried as amended

    To call on Meath County Council to engage with the relevant authorities to begin the process of developing a bus lane in the area between the Southern M3 Toll Plaza and Mulhuddart with the view to improving bus journey times for commuters and other bus users travelling to Dublin.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Councillor Mike Bray
    Seconder
    Councillor David Gilroy
  • 8 April 2024 carried

    To call on the Minister for Justice to refine the National Garda Vetting Process, so as to create a transferable Garda Vetting license, that once issued to vetted applicants can be employed across all roles where Garda Vetting is required thereby eliminating the costly and time-consuming practice of repeatedly vetting the same individuals when they apply for new roles of interest.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Councillor Ronan Moore
    Seconder
    Councillor Joe Bonner
  • 8 April 2024 carried

    That Meath County Council requests from the relevant government departments and agencies, clear visibility of all maintenance plans and/or schedules for all major assets in the county that are in the control of national agencies e.g. reservoirs; water treatment plants; sewer plants, etc.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Councillor Ronan Moore
    Seconder
    Councillor Joe Bonner
  • 8 April 2024 carried

    That Meath County Council calls on the Government to copper fasten women's identity in all future legislation pertaining to women's rights and words like woman, maternal and womanhood are never diluted, diminished or deleted from laws or regulations going forward.

    Meeting type
    council
    Proposer
    Councillor Emer Tóibín
    Seconder
    Councillor Gillian Toole
  • 9 April 2024 Ashbourne not recorded

    That Meath County Council install more traffic calming measures on the Milltown Road (L5019), as the speed of traffic has increased since the road was resurfaced / upgraded.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Conor Tormey
    Seconder
    Councillor Alan Tobin
  • 9 April 2024 Ashbourne carried

    That the elected members of Meath County Council fully support the efforts of the officials of Meath County Council regarding identifying lands for a community park and furthermore the elected members do not want these efforts confined to lands determined by the zoning decisions of the members. The officials should look at all options whether zoned or not and where suitable lands are found to be available the members can zone accordingly.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Conor Tormey
    Seconder
    Councillor Alan Tobin
  • 9 April 2024 Ashbourne carried

    In the interest of public safety, I call on Meath County Council to install additional road safety and traffic calming measures on the R152 at the junctions at Scoil Naomh Cianan as a matter of urgency.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Amanda Smith
    Seconder
    Councillor Alan Tobin
  • 10 April 2024 Ratoath carried

    We call on Meath County Council to write to Uisce Eireann requesting that the section of work to upgrade mains pipes in St. Mary’s Terrace, Old Navan Road, Dunboyne which was not completed as part of the bigger project in 2019 due to budget constraints be progressed now.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Maria Murphy
    Seconder
    Councillor Gerry O’Connor
  • 11 April 2024 Laytown-Bettystown carried

    Such is the deterioration of the Beamore Road, Drogheda, and particularly the junction of Beamore Cross to the new Bryanstown Woods estate in Drogheda Co Meath, I call on the council to immediately carry out a detailed inspection of the road and junction to examine and plot the potholes, subsidence, drainage and loose or submerged manhole covers including those belonging to other utility companies.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Elaine McGinty
    Seconder
    Councillor Sharon Tolan
  • 11 April 2024 Laytown-Bettystown carried

    I call on Meath County Council to write to the Minister and the relevant organisations, to pursue the installation of Average Speed Cameras for Julianstown Village, as an interim, or if successful, a permanent traffic calming solution for the village.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Sharon Tolan
    Seconder
    Councillor Paddy Meade
  • 11 April 2024 Laytown-Bettystown carried

    I call on Meath County Council to write to the Minister for Transport, the NTA and Irish Rail, to pursue the delivery of a new train station in Bettystown in accordance with our County Development Plan, so as to ensure that the inevitable increased passenger numbers can access a local station and not to overburden parking areas already at maximum capacity.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Sharon Tolan
    Seconder
    Councillor Paddy Meade
  • 15 April 2024 Kells carried

    That the minutes of the Ordinary meeting held on 11th March 2024 be confirmed.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Eugene Cassidy
    Seconder
    Councillor Michael Gallagher
  • 15 April 2024 Kells carried

    That the council agree in principle to the disposal by way of lease of 0.2304Ha of land at Drumconrath, Navan, Co. Meath.

    Meeting type
    municipal district
    Proposer
    Councillor Eugene Cassidy
    Seconder
    Councillor Sarah Reilly