Meath County Council
Motions — 3,959 records (page 76 of 80)
- 10 September 2025 Navan carried
To call on the Executive to request from the NTA the provision of a bus stop on Flowerhill opposite the Gough’s Plant Hire business. Or if this is not feasible, to request a bus stop at Abbeylands near the planned ‘Age Friendly’ development that will be constructed there over the next year.
- 10 September 2025 Navan carried
To call on the Executive to carry out a survey of the stretch of road at Newgate, with a view installing street lighting to make it safer for motorists exiting and entering the IWA & Alzheimer’s center’s and the local businesses that are based there.
- 12 September 2025 Trim carried
That Meath County Council carry out a traffic and speed survey on the four approach roads in Ballivor and that we are informed for each road of when and at what time and the duration these surveys were carried out and numbers of vehicles, average speed of vehicles, top speeds recorded, percentage of vehicles above the speed limit and any other relevant data.
- 12 September 2025 Trim withdrawn
That Meath County Council undertake, without delay, a consultant-led fully Integrated Transport and Public Realm Plan for the town of Enfield, to help deliver several objectives that were developed as part of the Town Centre First Plan and future proof its rapid development as a compact town
- 12 September 2025 Trim carried
That Meath County Council improve the footpath between Enfield Town centre and the Johnstown Estate Hotel.
- 12 September 2025 Trim carried
To call on Meath County Council to engage proactively and as a matter of urgency with Trim Canoe Club to help identify and secure a suitable alternative location, thereby safeguarding a long-standing local sports club, strengthening the Boyne Blueway Trim, and delivering on our statutory commitments under the County Development Plan.
- 22 September 2025 not carried
That Meath County Council would not nominate a candidate for the Election to the Office of the President of Ireland.
- 22 September 2025 not carried
Mr. Gareth Sheridan was proposed by Councillor Carol Lennon and seconded by Councillor Geraldine Keogan.
- 6 October 2025 deferred
That Meath County Council consider expanding the road sweeper programme to include flexible dates for towns to accommodate one off events such as festivals and to include housing estates. This initiative would greatly enhance the excellent work being undertaken locally by Tidy Town Groups and Residents’ Associations across the County.
- 6 October 2025 carried
That Meath County Council immediately pause and suspend all actions to advance the proposed forestry schemes at Polecastle, Lobinstown and Footstown Great, pending full consultation with local elected members, the residents of Lobinstown parish, and a detailed assessment of the community, housing and agricultural needs of the area.
- 6 October 2025 carried
I call on the Minister of Health to develop a strategy and legislation that will bring in strict controls around the use of nitrous oxide (laughing gas) which will also include measures to enable An Garda Siochana to test drivers involved in road traffic collisions for the presence of nitrous oxide in their blood.
- 7 October 2025 Ashbourne carried
With the increases in traffic volumes in Ashbourne, to make parts of the town centre both pedestrian friendly and most importantly wheelchair & mobility friendly (per the 2015 UN Charter access for all), I call on the Transport Department to provide funding for a raised table on Broadmeadow Street/Killegland Street Junction, extending to the Castle Street junction, in order to improve access/safety on the ferociously high kerbs, provide safe crossing points, and control traffic speeds.
- 7 October 2025 Ashbourne carried
I call on Meath County Council install traffic calming measures in Kilbride Village - road number L1007 (Kilbride/Ratoath Road). Traffic calming is needed from Cherry Tree Drive to the National School. Several residents have informed me that speeding in the area is an issue
- 8 October 2025 Ratoath carried
To call on Meath County Council to put in a speed ramp, as a traffic calming measure, on the Dublin side of the front gate of ST. Seachnalls National School.
- 8 October 2025 Ratoath carried
That Meath County Council carry out an immediate traffic survey in Foxlodge Manor and Foxlodge Woods, Ratoath, with a view to installing traffic calming ramps. I have made repeated representations on this issue since April, yet residents continue to report dangerous speeding and antisocial driving in the estate. A survey and follow-up action must now be prioritised without further delay
- 9 October 2025 Laytown-Bettystown carried
To call on Meath County Council to provide a safe and accessible linkage between the Avourwen and Lagavooren Manor housing estates in South Drogheda, in order to improve permeability links between both estates and the wider area.
- 9 October 2025 Laytown-Bettystown carried
To write to Irish Rail, the NTA and the Minister for Transport outlining the serious parking issues facing local residents, local businesses, tourists and commuters in Laytown, due to the lack of adequate commuter parking, and to request that they provide solutions to this, one of which should be extending their own car park at the station by using the large yard adjacent to it and identifying a suitable site for a park and ride facility.
- 9 October 2025 Laytown-Bettystown carried
That Meath County Council use the now retired “swim shelters” as emergency bus shelters or source a suitable alternative in locations in East Meath that currently have no shelter to prevent exposure to the elements coming into the Winter months
- 9 October 2025 Laytown-Bettystown carried
To call on Meath County Council to register our changing places/disability toilet facility in the East Meath Civic Centre with Changing Places Ireland, in order to ensure that those with a disability and their families/carers are fully informed of its existence and can access this wonderful facility on the east coast.
- 13 October 2025 Kells carried
That the minutes of the Ordinary meeting held on the 8th September 2025 be confirmed.
- 13 October 2025 Kells carried
To approve the Arts, Festivals, Festive Lighting Allocation 2025 for Kells MD as presented.
- 13 October 2025 Kells not carried
That €600 be reallocated from Nobber Amenity Park Committee to the Oldcastle Christmas Lights Fund.
- 13 October 2025 Kells carried
To agree to hold the Kells MD General Municipal Allocation (GMA) Budget Meeting on Thursday 13th November 2025 @ 11.30am in hybrid format.
- 13 October 2025 Kells withdrawn
That Meath County Council’s Transportation Department engages with other relevant council departments and the necessary external bodies to identify and secure funding and support for the assessments required to progress the Local Improvement Scheme (LIS) application at Drewstown, which would provide improved access to Girley Bog. Given the significance of Girley Bog as a key tourism asset in the county, the Council should take a proactive role in advancing this project.
- 15 October 2025 Navan carried
I call on Meath County Council to install appropriate traffic calming measures on Swan Lane.
- 15 October 2025 Navan carried
I call on Meath County Council to include Cannistown NS in the 'Safe Routes to School' program, for works to be carried out to improve child safety access to and from School. This has been an issue for almost 40 years.
- 15 October 2025 Navan carried
To ask the Executive to carry out a traffic impact survey on the Old Balreask Woods Estate with a view to installing traffic calming measures to reduce speed in the area.
- 15 October 2025 Navan carried
I propose the motion to introduce traffic calming measures on Donaghmore Lane to offset speeding and dangerous driving in this locality.
- 15 October 2025 Navan carried
That the Council reopen the parking facilities at Páirc Tailteann on a trial basis for a period of six months, in order to increase parking capacity within the town and that the Council launch a town-wide public information campaign to inform visitors, shoppers, and residents of the availability of additional parking, and to promote ease of access to the town centre during this trial period.
- 15 October 2025 Navan carried as amended
I call on Meath County Council to write to An Garda Síochána and the Department of Justice to secure a Garda satellite station in Johnstown.
- 15 October 2025 Navan carried
I call on Meath County Council to set up a signage pilot scheme on a trial run as follows: as vehicles approach the Willows Old Kilcarne junction from Cannistown, have no right turn. Instead, left turn only and turn onto N3 from the roundabout. Congestion here can be chaotic especially for school going traffic.
- 15 October 2025 Navan carried
In relation to the Old Athlumney Road, and taking future development plans into consideration, I propose that Meath County Council would look at a traffic management plan to ensure the safety of pedestrians and cyclists going forward and consider if bollards would be a feasible option.
- 17 October 2025 Trim withdrawn
That Meath County Council engage with the Trim Branch of the Irish Red Cross with a view to identifying and providing a safe and suitable location within Trim town for the parking and secure storage of their ambulances and associated vehicles, in recognition of the vital emergency and community services they provide to the local area.
- 17 October 2025 Trim carried
That Meath County Council undertake, without delay, a consultant-led fully Integrated Transport and Public Realm Plan for the town of Enfield, to help deliver several objectives as part of the Town Centre First Plan and to future proof its rapid development as a compact town, and that this Integrated Plan be explicitly prepared as an evidence base for the forthcoming Statutory Plan for Enfield
- 3 November 2025 carried
To call on Meath County Council to undertake and develop a clear management plan to address overgrown trees in Housing Estates, which should involve direct communications with Residents Committees.
- 3 November 2025 withdrawn
That Meath County Council states its support for the immediate inclusion of Commercial Bus Operators in the Child Leap Card Scheme, which provides free bus travel for children under nine, and writes to the Minister for Transport and the National Transport Authority to request that this be implemented.
- 3 November 2025 carried
That Meath County Council write to the Minister for Health and the HSE calling for the reinstatement of funding for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems for all people with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes, recognising their vital role in managing health, preventing complications, and improving quality of life.
- 4 November 2025 Ashbourne withdrawn
I call on Meath County Council to install a footpath and traffic calming measure from Skyrne GAA pitch to Swans shop.
- 4 November 2025 Ashbourne carried
I call on Meath County Council to redesign the entrance to St. Declan's graveyard to allow for safe, designated public access, with parking, inside on a daily basis for relatives to visit their loved ones.
- 4 November 2025 Ashbourne carried
To ask that the Transportation Department conduct a thorough inspection after contractors complete roadworks. Contractors should not leave the site until the road is left in an acceptable condition. This measure is essential to ensure that roads are not left in poor condition, as was recently the case with the R135 outside the Coaches development in Ashbourne.
- 4 November 2025 Ashbourne carried
To ask that the Transportation Department provide a report to the Councillors every six months, beginning next month. The report should include the locations of rubbish bins in the Ashbourne MD, details on any bins that have been removed along with the reasons for their removal, and information on where and when new bins will be provided.
- 5 November 2025 Ratoath carried
I call on the Chief Executive to install a footpath along the R125 from the Drumree road to Applegreen service station as a matter of urgency, for the safety of residents in the area.
- 6 November 2025 Laytown-Bettystown carried
I propose that Meath County Council requests a comprehensive noise audit to be conducted at the East Meath Civic Centre in response to ongoing community feedback regarding a persistent whistling sound and elevated noise levels in the area. This audit should include: • Identification of the source and nature of the whistling sound • Measurement of overall sound levels throughout the day and night • Assessment of noise pollution impacts on nearby residents • Evaluation of potential effects of loud sounds on seals and other marine life in adjacent coastal areas Given the proximity of the Civic Centre to sensitive habitats and residential zones, and the growing concern among the local community, this MD urges that the audit be carried out promptly and that its findings be made publicly available. The goal is to ensure environmental protection, public health, and community well-being.
- 6 November 2025 Navan carried
I call on the Executive to assess for the installation of communal EV Charging Points in the Spire View Estate at Johnstown in Navan.
- 6 November 2025 Laytown-Bettystown carried
That this MD writes to the Office of Public Works (OPW) to seek urgent clarification on the following matters concerning waterway management in the Mornington area, specifically behind Foxbury, St. Nicholas, and The Dunes: 1. Responsibility: Who holds responsibility for the dredging and ongoing maintenance of the waterways in these areas? 2. Recent Activity: When was the last dredging operation carried out in each of the affected locations? 3. Maintenance Schedule: Is there an established annual or seasonal maintenance schedule for these rivers and streams? 4. Compliance: Can the OPW confirm whether scheduled maintenance has been completed as planned in recent years? Given the impact of recent flooding and the growing concern among residents, this MD requests a prompt and detailed response outlining: • The current approach to waterway management in Mornington • Any planned interventions or infrastructure improvements aimed at mitigating future flooding risks
- 6 November 2025 Navan carried
I call on the Executive to assess for inclusion on the 2026 Road Resurfacing Scheme, the Leighsbridge Estate on the Commons Road.
- 6 November 2025 Navan carried
I call on Meath County Council to progress the taking in charge of Beaufort Place as it applies in particular to the original development given its existence for 20/30 years.
- 6 November 2025 Navan carried
I propose that Meath County Council would consider installing a pedestrian flyover bridge at the junction where Abbeylands carpark intersects the R147 and links with Abbey Road. The intersections on the ground are complicated and the experience for pedestrians and cyclists can be chaotic. Previously, I called for this issue to be resolved when Navan Town Council was in existence.
- 6 November 2025 Navan carried
I call on Meath County Council to make a strong effort to attract shoppers to Navan for the coming Christmas season. Welcome signage should be conspicuous on all approach roads to the town to advertise where parking is available, one hour one hour free or park and ride. Retailers have experienced much pain during the works carried out under the 2030 plan and it would be important to encourage as much footfall as possible to our town.
- 10 November 2025 Kells carried
That Meath County Council engage, as a matter of urgency, with all relevant landowners in Athboy to address the serious shortage of public parking in the town, with a view to securing the purchase of suitable lands for the provision of additional public parking facilities.