MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER MONTHLY MEETING OF NAVAN TOWN COUNCIL WHICH TOOK PLACE ON TUESDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER 2010 AT 7.00PM IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER, TOWN HALL, WATERGATE STREET, NAVAN, CO. MEATH.
Presiding:
Cllr. P. Brennan
Also present:
Cllrs.A. McCabe, P Brennan, F Deane, S. Cassells, P. Fitzsimons,
S. Jamal, P Toibin & J.Holloway
Officials present:
Mr. Eugene Cummins, Town Manager
Mr Martin Rogers, Senior Executive Officer CS
Mr. Shane Donnelly, Town Clerk
Mr. John Gilsenan, Town Engineer
Mr. Fergal O’Bric, Executive Planner
Mr. Declan Gaffney, Assistant Engineer
Ms. Fiona McMahon, Staff Officer CS
Ms. Sheila Sheridan, Staff Officer CS
SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS
On the proposal of Cllr P Toibin, seconded by Cllr A McCabe it was resolved by the Members to suspend Standing Orders to discuss the issue of Our Lady’s Hospital, Navan.
Cllr P Toibin tabled a Motion seeking a meeting with Minister Noel Dempsey TD & Dominic O’Branagain, Clinical Director of the Louth/Meath Hospital Group in respect of the current position of Our Ladys Hospital, Navan. This Motion was seconded by Cllr A McCabe.
Each of the Members spoke in support of Our Ladys Hospital, Navan.
Following a discussion on the matter, on the proposal of Cllr A McCabe, seconded by Cllr P Toibin, it was agreed by all the Members present to request a meeting with Minister Noel Dempsey and Doiminic O'Branagain, Clinical director of the Louth/Meath Hospital Group in respect of the current position of Our Lady’s Hospital.
It was also noted that the same issue had been discussed at Meath Co Council level and also it might be discussed at Trim Town Council and Kells Town Council. It was agreed by the Members present that the Town Clerk would liaise with the Senior Executive Officer of Corporate Services in relation to the organisation of the said meeting.
1.0Confirmation of Minutes
Confirmation of Minutes of the July Monthly Meeting of Navan Town Council held on 6th July 2010 at 7pm in the Town Council Chamber, Townhall, Watergate St, Navan, Co Meath.
The Minutes of the July Monthly Meeting of Navan Town Council held on 6th July 2010 at 7pm in the Town Council Chamber, Watergate St., Navan, Co. Meath were adopted on the proposal of Cllr J Reilly, seconded by Cllr F Deane.
2.0Correspondence and Reports
Navan Post Office Kennedy Rd Navan
The Members received and noted correspondence from the Chief Executive Officer of An Post in relation to issues raised by the Members, namely the suitability/accessibility of the Navan Post Office, Kennedy Rd, for the community of Navan.
The Members noted their disappointment with the response and requested that the Town Clerk write to the Chief Executive again outlining the various issues raised.
Provision of Post Office, Johnstown.
The Members received and noted correspondence received from the Chief Executive of An Post in relation to the above issue.
The Members requested that the Town Clerk write to the Chief Executive on their behalf and request information on the outcome of An Post’s consideration as to whether the establishment of a post office at Johnstown at this time is warranted and viable.
Irish Water Safety
The Members received and noted correspondence from the Irish Water Safety requesting a contribution towards the management of the body in accordance with Section 6667 of the Local Government Act 2001.
On the proposal of Cllr J Holloway, seconded by Cllr A McCabe it was agreed by the Members to make a contribution of €1,000 to the said body.
Head Shops – Correspondence from Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government
The Members received and noted correspondence from the Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government in respect of the issue concerning Head Shops which was previously discussed and passed as a Notice of Motion by the Elected Members previously.
Correspondence from Residents of Elmview Estate, Clogherboy Rd, Navan, Co Meath
The Members received and noted correspondence from the above named in respect of the development of a park area beside the estate.
On the proposal of Cllr Joe Reilly, seconded by Cllr Jim Holloway it was agreed by the Members that the Town Clerk would request further information from the group.
Correspondence from Office of Taoiseach
The Members received and noted correspondence from the Office of the Taoiseach advising that same had been forwarded to the Minister for Health & Childrenfor a response.
The Whatmans – Local Group
The Members received and noted correspondence from a Local Band “The Whatmans” advising that they had been invited to take part in an international event in Canada.
On the proposal of Cllr S Cassells seconded by Cllr J Holloway it was agreed by the Members to make a contribution of €1,000 to the local group in respect of their attendance at the international event.
“Friends of Wee Rosie”
The Members received and noted correspondence from the Friends of Wee Rosie in respect of an Annual benefit night taking place on the 24th September.
On the proposal of Cllr P Brennan, seconded by Cllr J Reilly it was agreed by the Members to make a contribution of €500 towards the event ( Lourdes Invalid Fund)
Member of Meath Arts Group
The Members received and noted correspondence from an Oliver Tennyson Meath Arts Group requesting a contribution towards the opening of a workshop.
It was agreed by the Members that the Mayor and Town Clerk would meet with the individual in respect of same.
NavanCDP & NavanRoadClub & MeathRiver Rescue
The Members received and noted correspondence from the above groups, thanking them for their financial contribution.
French Market
The Members noted correspondence from the organisers of a French Market looking to utilise an area of Kennedy Place to hold a market on the 17th and 18th September 2010.
It was agreed by the Members present to facilitate the provision of a French Market and they requested that the Town Clerk deal with the matter directly.
Resolution under Section 85 Local Government Act 2001
“That the powers, functions and duties of Navan Town Council in relation to the provision of public lightning (maintenance, repairs, calls from the public, additions to network, upgrades, replacement and taking in charge inspections ) shall be exercised and performed by Meath County Council effective from 31st October 2010 and that Navan Town Council enter into a formal agreement with Meath County Council pursuant to Section 85 of the Local Government Act 2001 to give effect to these arrangements”
The Members received and noted a report in the above connection which was delivered to them by Declan Gaffney, Assistant Engineer, Meath Co Council.
On the proposal of Cllr F Deane, seconded by Cllr J Reilly it was resolved by the Members to enter into a formal agreement with Meath Co Council pursuant to Section 85 of the Local Government Act 2001 as follows “That the powers, functions and duties of Navan Town Council in relation to the provision of public lightning (maintenance, repairs, calls from the public, additions to network, upgrades, replacement and taking in charge inspections ) shall be exercised and performed by Meath County Council effective from 31st October 2010”.
3.0To receive a presentation from the Chief Executive Officer of the County Enterprise Board
The Members received and noted a presentation from the Chief of Executive Officer of the County Enterprise Board.
Each of the Members thanked the CEO for his presentation and look forward to meeting with him on a more regular basis in relation to Navan.
4.0.0 espondence and Reports.ion from Rachel Brennan, Community Worker on the Community To consider and if thought fit to recommend to the full Council the making of the Polling Scheme in accordance with the Draft and subject to such amendments as is considered proper. The Scheme to come into operation on 14th February 2011.
The Members received and noted a report in respect of the Draft Polling Scheme which was presented to them by Martin Rogers Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Services.
It was noted thatNavanTown was proposed to be split into 6 polling districts.
Following a discussion on the matter, the members requested that they be given time to consider same. They requested that the Executive arrange a further meeting in respect of same.
5.0To consider the proposed development and the Manager’s Report thereon in accordance with Section 179(3) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, Part VIII of the Local Government(Planning and Development) Regulations 2001 and Articles 17 to 19 of the Planning & Development Regulations 2006 in respect of the construction of a Salt Barn & all ancillary/associated site works on lands at Mullaghboy Industrial Estate, in the Townland of Mullaghboy, Navan, Co Meath.
The Members received and noted the Managers Report in accordance with Section 179(3) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, Part VIII of the Local Government(Planning and Development) Regulations 2001 and Articles 17 to 19 of the Planning & Development Regulations 2006 in respect of the construction of a Salt Barn & all ancillary/associated site works on lands at Mullaghboy Industrial Estate, in the Townland of Mullaghboy, Navan, Co Meath which was delivered to them by Fergal O’Bric Executive Planner.
On the proposal of Cllr Joe Reilly, seconded by Cllr Anton McCabe it was resolved by the Members of Navan Town Council to adopt the Managers Report in accordance with Section 179(3) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, Part VIII of the Local Government(Planning and Development) Regulations 2001 and Articles 17 to 19 of the Planning & Development Regulations 2006 in respect of the construction of a Salt Barn & all ancillary/associated site works on lands at Mullaghboy Industrial Estate, in the Townland of Mullaghboy, Navan, Co Meath as presented by the Executive Planner.
6.0To consider the making of a declaration in accordance with Section 11 Roads Act 1993 and the Planning & Development Act 2000-2009 that the roads within Canterbrook Estate, Navan, Co Meath be declared as public roads and the said estate be taken in the charge of Navan Town Council.
The Members received and noted a report in relation to themaking of a declaration in accordance with Section 11 Roads Act 1993 and the Planning & Development Act 2000-2009 that the roads within Canterbrook Estate, Navan, Co Meath be declared as public roads and the said estate be taken in the charge of Navan Town Councilwhich was delivered to them by the Town Clerk.
Each of the Members thanked the Town Clerk for his report.
On the proposal of Cllr P Toibin, seconded by Cllr J Reilly it was resolved by the Members of Navan Town Council to make a declaration in accordance with Section 11 Roads Act 1993 and the Planning & Development Act 2000-2009 that the roads within Canterbrook Estate, Navan, Co Meath be declared as public roads and the said estate be taken in the charge of Navan Town Council.
7.0To agree a date for a Joint Meeting between Navan Town Council & Navan Electoral Area Committee to receive a briefing on the Managers Draft Local Area Plan 1 in advance of it going on public display
On the proposal of Cllr Peadar Toibin seconded by Cllr Joe Reilly it was agreed by the Members to hold a Joint Meeting between Navan Town Council & Navan Electoral Area Committee to receive a briefing on the Managers Draft Local Area Plan 1 in advance of it going on public display on Wednesday 15th September at 9.30 am.
8.0Notice of Question
Notice of Question – Cllr Joe Reilly
( Deferred from the July Monthly Meeting of Navan Town Council )
“To ask the Manager if he will provide a full report on:
-the number of houses in Navan town obliged to pay NPPR
-the amount of money collected in the first 6mts of 2010 by Meath Co Council
-and if all of this money will be retained by Navan Town Council”.
The Members received and noted a written response from the Town Manager which was delivered to them by the Town Clerk.
Notice of Question – Cllr Joe Reilly
“Could the Manager provide a progress report on the pedestrianisation of Trimgate St as envisaged within the NDP 2009 – 2015?”
The Members received and noted a written response from the Town Manager which was delivered to them by the Town Clerk.
Notice of Question – Cllr Francis Deane
“What is the legal position of Navan Town Council pertaining to sandwich boards and window signage which businesses use as a marketing tool in order to attract much needed business in our town? This follows several recent complaints from local traders who are seeking clarification regarding this issue.”
The Members received and noted a written response from the Town Manager which was delivered to them by the Town Clerk.
Notice of Question – Cllr Padraig Fitzsimons
“What is the position regarding the refurbishment of Townparks?”
The Town Clerk advised the Members that an update would be forwarded to them as soon aspossible
Notice of Question – Cllr. Peadar Tóibín
“An bhfuil gach rud déanta ag Comhairle Baile na hUaimhe ina bhfuil sé freagrachta, chun an bóthar iarann An Uaimh go Baile Atha Cliath a thógáil?”
“Has Navan Town Council fulfilled all of it’s responsibilities in order for the Navan to Dublin Rail Line to be built?”
The Members received and noted a written response from the Town Manager which was delivered to them by the Town Clerk.
9.0Notices of Motion
Notice of Motion – Cllr Joe Reilly
"That the Town Engineer provide a traffic report to the members on the L34494 Swimming pool/Proudstown junctionon the need for traffic lights at what is now regarded by local residents as abusy and possible dangerous junction"
This Notice of Motion was proposed by Cllr Joe Reilly and seconded by Cllr Jim Holloway.
The A/Town Engineer advised that he would arrange same.
Notice of Motion – Cllr Phil Brennan
“That this Council holds a Civic Reception in recognition of the major contribution that Tommy Fitzsimons has made to the Community over the past 40 years”
This Notice of Motion was proposed by Cllr Phil Brennan and seconded by Cllr Joe Reilly.
On the proposal of Cllr Phil Brennan, seconded by Cllr Joe Reilly it was resolved by the Members to hold a Civic Reception in recognition of the major contribution that Tommy Fitzsimons has made to the Community over the past 40 years.
Notice of Motion – Cllr Phil Brennan
“That this Council holds a Civic Reception in recognition of the fantastic work carried out by the Navan Shamrock Festival Committee”
This Notice of Motion was proposed by Cllr Phil Brennan and seconded by Cllr Joe Reilly.
On the proposal of Cllr Phil Brennan, seconded by Cllr Joe Reilly it was resolved by the Members to hold a Civic Reception in recognition of the fantastic work carried out by the Navan Shamrock Festival Committee.
Notice of Motion – Cllr Francis Deane
“I am calling on Navan Town Council to support a Town and Country Festival. This three day event will take place in June 2011. I will organise an open fair day and will include cultural events to coincide with the festival. It is my hope for many local
charities to benefit hugely from this event while also generating tremendous revenue for our local economy. Several volunteers and local organisations have already come on board to lend a helping hand and this has enormous potential to highlight NavanTown.”
This Notice of Motion was proposed by Cllr Francis Deane and seconded by Cllr Padraig Fitzsimons. Each of the Members supported the Notice of Motion and looked forward to working with Cllr Deane in respect of same.
Notice of Motion – Cllr Anton McCabe
“That Navan Town Council engage with the provider of the Town Bus Service to extend the service in the Johnstown area,to include the old Johnstown village. A suggestion is to create a bus stop area at the Medical Centre in the old village.”
This Notice of Motion was proposed by Cllr Anton McCabe and seconded by Cllr Jim Holloway.
Following a discussion on the matter, it was agreed by the Members that the Town Clerk would write , on their behalf, to Bus Eireann and request a meeting to discuss the issues raised.
Notice of Motion – Cllr Padraig Fitzsimons
“ Call on Navan Town Council to include Belcourt Estate in our Roadworks Programme due to the dire state of the footpaths in the area”.
This Notice of Motion was proposed by Cllr Padraig Fitzsimons and seconded by Cllr Jim Holloway. It was resolved by the Members to include the works into the 2011 Roadworks Programme.
Notice of Motion – Cllr Peadar Tóibín
“Go ndéanfaidh Comhairle Baile na hUaimhe forbairt ar fodhlithe páirceáil le haghaidh an baile go léir chun bheith cinnte go mbeidh cónaitheoirí in ann dul isteach is amach a gcuid tithe, go mbeidh gach ceantar á rialú le cothrom agus ionannas agus go mbeidh coisc a chur ar neamh custaiméirí páirceáil ar sráideanna siopadóireacht.”
“That Navan Town Council develops new Parking Byelaws for the whole of the town to ensure that residents can gain access to their homes, that all areas are policed equally and fairly and to prevent long term parking by non customers on retail streets.”
This Notice of Motion was proposed by Cllr Peadar Toibin and seconded by Cllr Anton McCabe.
Notice of Motion – Cllr Peadar Tóibín
“Go cuirfidh an t-ainm Bóthar Sion ar an bóthar idir an droichead ar an Bóthar Baile Atha Cliath go dtí an timpeallán in aice leis an Supervalue i Baile Eoin. Go cuirfidh an t-ainm Bóthar an Mhóta ar an bóthar idir an timpeallán ar Bóthar Ceanannas Mór go dtí an timpeallán ar Bóthar Atha Buí. Go cuirfidh an t-ainm Bóthar an Abhainn Dubh ar an bóthar idir an timpeallán in aice leis an Round O agus an crosbhealach ar Bóthar Ceanannas Mór.”
“That the road, from the bridge on the Dublin Rd to the roundabout beside the Supervalue in Johnstown, is called 'Bóthar Sion' and that the new road from the roundabout on the Kells Rd to the roundabout at the Athboy Rd is called 'Bóthar an Mhóta' and that the road from the Round O to the Fire Station intersection is called 'Bóthar an Abhainn Dubh.”
This Notice of Motion was proposed by Cllr Peadar Toibin and seconded by Cllr Joe Reilly.
Each of the Members present supported the spirit of the Notice of Motion. During the discussion Cllr Jim Holloway proposed that “Bothar an Abhainn Dubh” be amended to recognise the name of Sir Francis Beaufort.
Following a discussion on the matter, on the proposal of Cllr Peadar Toibin seconded by Cllr Jim Holloway the Members resolved as follows: