Meath County Council
Motions — 3,959 records (page 26 of 80)
- 5 December 2016 carried as amended
That this Council calls on the Department of Housing Planning and Local Government with the Department of Finance to implement a tax relief scheme for homeowners who have a private well or/and DWWTS and who are providing evidence of payment for desludging and water testing, as recommended by the EPA.
- 5 December 2016 carried as amended
That the elected members of Meath County Council, on behalf of the public of County Meath and in particular the community of Knockharley/Kentstown, recognise the events which made it necessary to recently accept an additional 80,000 tonnes, approx., of waste at the Knockharley Landfill site as an abject failure of proper National environmental planning and a dereliction of duty of those responsible; and call for written assurances from the Minister for Environment detailing the measures to be undertaken to ensure a crisis such as this is never repeated/Go n-aithneodh baill tofa Chomhairle Chontae na Mí ar mhaithe pobal Chontae na Mí agus go háirithe pobal Knockharley/Bhaile Ceannt na h-imeachtaí lenar cruthaíodh gá le glacadh thart ar 80,000 tona dramhaíola breise ag láithreán dramhaíola Knockharley mar teip iomlán ó thaobh pleanáil timpeallachta cheart de agus mar dearóiliú freagrachta ag na hÚdaráis freagracha; agus go nglaofar ar an Aire Timpeallachta dearbhuithe scríofa a thabhairt ó thaobh na mbearta a chuirfear i bhfeidhm ionas nach mbeadh an ghéarchéim chéanna ann arís
- 5 December 2016 carried as amended
Can I call on all Councillors in Meath to fully support the retention of our emergency 24/7 in Navan hospital for patient care and safety of our constituents living in Co. Meath by asking the Minister to delete all policy directions within the small hospital framework document to reduce services at Our Lady's hospital Navan from a level 3 hospital to a level 2 hospital immediately, and to maintain all services at the hospital until a new regional hospital is built.
- 12 December 2016 Ashbourne carried
That Primatestown Junction be a standing item on the agenda for Ashbourne Municipal District meetings until such time as deemed unnecessary.
- 12 December 2016 Ashbourne carried
That two ramps be installed adjacent to the parking area outside the playground gate on Castle Street.
- 12 December 2016 Ashbourne carried
That proper pedestrian crossing facilities be provided at the Thomas Ashe roundabout, Castle Street.
- 12 December 2016 Ashbourne carried
That Ashbourne Municipal District writes to the NTA outlining the case for the train station at Gormanston to be included in the short hop zone so that commuters may benefit from using the leap card at this station.
- 12 December 2016 Ashbourne carried
In light of the granting of planning permission for solar farms in Stamullen and the current applications to Meath County Council for solar farms in this district, that Ashbourne Municipal District calls for national guidelines in respect of this emerging industry.
- 12 December 2016 Ashbourne carried
That a letter is written from Ashbourne Municipal District Councillors to the National Transport Authority to request funding for the completion of the upgrade of the approach roads to Ashbourne, from the Pillo Roundabout to the Nine Mile Stone Roundabout.
- 14 December 2016 Ratoath carried
I call on Meath County Council to implement a "Dunsany / Kilmessan area action plan" to assist the residents of this area with road safety concerns regarding the Kilsaran Quarry / Land Fill development.
- 14 December 2016 Ratoath deferred
I call on Meath County Council (Transportation Department) to pursue changing the status of St. Patrick's Park in Dunboyne from a through road into a cul de sac by closing off the road at its junction with the Navan Road.
- 15 December 2016 Laytown-Bettystown carried
I request that Meath County Council consider putting in place a vehicle restriction in excess of 4 axel in the village of Duleek. This vehicle restriction will also be put in place at the Bridge of The Deenes. Due regard will be given to existing businesses where already planning requirements are in place for delivery times on the Main Street. I therefore request the introduction of a Heavy Goods Vehicle HGV traffic restriction Bye Law for Duleek & the Bridge of The Deenes.
- 15 December 2016 Laytown-Bettystown not carried
I am calling on this council, given the serious concerns around the lack of communication with various community groups and community representatives, to formally commit to meeting a delegation of representatives as early as possible in 2017 to address these matters and set up a proper communities channel and formulate a plan to address same for East Meath Area.
- 15 December 2016 Laytown-Bettystown carried
In order to improve accessibility and to attract investment and jobs, I call on the Transportation Department to progress an improvement scheme for the R150 from Julianstown to Laytown.
- 15 December 2016 Laytown-Bettystown carried
That we look to replicate the scheme at An Riasc Staleen Donore on council lands adjacent to the site to allow young people with local need to apply for planning permission.
- 19 December 2016 Kells carried
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 14th November be adopted.
- 19 December 2016 Kells carried
That the disposal of land pursuant to the provisions of Section 183 of the Local Government Act, 2001 be agreed.
- 19 December 2016 Kells deferred
That the roundabout at Drumbaragh, which was near his homeplace, be named after Brian O’Higgins.
- 21 December 2016 Navan deferred
Can I call on the Executive to reject the current proposals for the part 8 process on the N51 on the basis that they don't take into consideration the needs of many residents along this stretch of road.
- 21 December 2016 Navan deferred
I, Sinéad Burke, propose an amendment to the proposed Part8/16004 N51 Dunmoe Phase 2. I propose access be granted on to the proposed new route from the existing N51 route at chainage 1060 to 1080 OR at chainage 1250 to 1300 for the Mennis family farm. This would also accommodate residents on the New Lane (L74165). This is all within the red line on the Part 8 planning application and it is critical that the needs of residents are met.
- 21 December 2016 Navan carried
That a pedestrian safety report be carried out at the following junctions and roundabout: at the Round O, Ratholdron Junction and the junction opposite the fire station.
- 21 December 2016 Navan withdrawn
I propose the motion to discuss when the road between Casey's Cross (R153) to Johnstown Village will be improved to allow for access from the Johnstown Educational Campus and to facilitate traffic flow in the locality.
- 21 December 2016 Navan carried
That Navan Municipal District would host a civic reception in recognition of those who achieved high standards in sport during 2016.
- 21 December 2016 Navan carried
I propose that Navan Municipal District install double yellow lines at the entrance of Aylesbury Estate together with a 'no parking' sign. This housing development is in the charge of Meath County Council.
- 21 December 2016 Navan carried
Can I call on the Executive to conduct a safety audit and improve safety for cyclist's going past the entrances to Athlumney Wood, Athlumney Abbey and into Johnstown industrial park for public safety.
- 21 December 2016 Navan carried
That Navan Municipal District calls on Meath County Council to carry out a health and safety assessment on the terrace of houses at the entrance of the Andy Brennan Park.
- 21 December 2016 Navan carried
That the Council assess the safety of the junction from Johnstown Village on to Medges Road with a view to improving sight lines for both pedestrians and motorists.
- 21 December 2016 Navan carried
Considering the new developments for which Planning Permission has been granted in Johnstown/Athlumney, the construction of a large Housing Estate, Cois Glaisin, now taking place, the prospect of development of Council lands at Farganstown, the completion of build on Educational Campus, the further investment in Navan Business Park now being promoted and the move by Meath County Council staff to Buvinda House, Meath County Council will: • review current capacity of road infrastructure to accommodate current and future developments as stated, • and, in the immediate term, deliver upgrade of the Junction at the intersection of the Johnstown Road (L - 5055 - 0) and Metge's Road, to include the extension of the left filter lane from R147 (old N3) back to this junction and will similarly extend the left filter lane at the New Boyne Bridge at Springfield Glen back towards Buvinda House with replacement cantilevered pedestrian and cycle lane to replace footpath removed.
- 10 January 2017 Navan carried as amended
That the following conditions be attached to the Chief Executive’s report on the proposed upgrading of the N51: • The Council acknowledges the considerable inconvenience the proposed plan will cause to some residents along the route; • A residents liaison committee will be formed and recognised by the council to represent the views and concerns of residents throughout the process; • The Council recognises the importance of public transport and, to alleviate some local needs, will work with the NTA and Bus Éireann to provide safe and accessible bus stops on the upgraded route; • Where possible, anti-dazzle barriers and sound barriers should be substituted with clay barriers and landscaped with natural planting.
- 10 January 2017 Navan not recorded
Can I call on the Executive to reject the current proposals for the part 8 process on the N51 on the basis that they don't take into consideration the needs of many residents along this stretch of road.
- 16 January 2017 Laytown-Bettystown carried as amended
that a decision should be taken today
- 16 January 2017 Kells carried
That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 19th December, 2016 be adopted.
- 16 January 2017 Ashbourne carried
That the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 12th December 2016 be adopted.
- 16 January 2017 Kells carried
To proceed to name the bridge after Brian O’Higgins.
- 16 January 2017 Ashbourne carried
To support the funding request made by the committee involved with the community twinning initiative with Corcubion, Spain.
- 16 January 2017 Kells carried
To proceed to take in charge Coolaliss Lane, Staholmog, Carlanstown.
- 16 January 2017 Ashbourne carried
To transfer the remainder of monies outstanding from the R153 section in Kentstown to the R155 at Curraha, from the Primatestown junction to the Tayto Park roundabout.
- 16 January 2017 Kells not recorded
That Meath County Council includes a Traffic Management Plan for the village of Drumconrath in its 2017 Works Programme.
- 16 January 2017 Ashbourne carried
To extend the meeting by thirty minutes.
- 18 January 2017 Ratoath not recorded
That an update be provided on Dunboyne Graveyard and field adjacent to Rooske Cemetery Dunboyne.
- 20 January 2017 Trim carried as amended
In view of the negative effect that the absence of a network of cycle lanes is having on potential tourism and the general uptake on the use of bicycles in the Trim area, I call for an engineer's report on improvements in the provision of cycle lanes and costing for these to progress this work.
- 20 January 2017 Trim carried as amended
That Trim Municipal District calls on the Executive to prepare a report on the viability and cost of a cycle lane project being delivered in Trim, which facilitates more cycling by tourists and residents of the Trim area.
- 20 January 2017 Trim deferred
In order to build on the success of the first Christmas market in Trim, and prepare for 2017, I ask that a local group which involves traders be part of the planning for the event to take on board their suggestions, and that a tendering process is followed in order to achieve the best possible value for money.
- 25 January 2017 Navan carried as amended
Navan Municipal District calls on Meath County Council to implement the following traffic measures: • The elimination of the right turn allowing vehicles to enter Market Square via Timmons Hill and the provision of a right turn onto the Fairgreen from Circular Road. This would allow for traffic to move more fluently along the Dublin Road and Circular Road and prevent gridlock. • That consideration be given to operating the traffic light system at Blackwater Business Park. It is clearly becoming more dangerous for vehicles turning right towards Kells.
- 25 January 2017 Navan carried
That Meath County Council install public lighting on L-3400-0 to link existing lighting at Glenveigh to that at Boyne Road, Athlumney.
- 25 January 2017 Navan carried
Can I call on the Executive to construct a proper walkway footpath from the Ramparts car park, which will be suitable for bicycles, prams and people walking along the Ramparts out to Ardmulchan Bridge.
- 25 January 2017 Navan carried
Can I call on the Executive to proactively work with the residents in Silverlawns and Ferndale estates with regard to the closure of both alleyways in Silverlawns - from between house numbers 176 and 177 leading to 129 and 128, and between house numbers 90C and 90 leading to number 11 and the shops along the Rathaldron Road, Navan, and in Ferndale estate between 142 and 143 for public safety.
- 25 January 2017 Navan not recorded
I propose that a traffic management report be carried out at Mercy School campus, Leighsbrook entrance/St Benildas Villas, in an effort to address the serious congestion caused by school traffic which directly affects local residents gaining access to their homes.
- 25 January 2017 Navan carried
I call on Navan Municipal District to write to the NTA asking for an extension of the footpath at Simonstown to facilitate pedestrians who walk to the Navan Racecourse. Some years ago the town council passed a motion regarding a proposed plan for a footpath on this route.
- 25 January 2017 Navan carried
That the Council install a second sign indicating "St Mary's Park" at the bottom of the park, there is no signage on this side of the estate.