DUNDALK TOWN COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE COMBINED PLANNING AND MONTHLY MEETING OF DUNDALK TOWN
COUNCIL, HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER, TOWN HALL, DUNDALK, ON TUESDAY 22ND
AUGUST 2006
PRESENT
Councillor Noel Lennon, Chairperson.
ALSO PRESENT
Councillor Seamus Byrne, Councillor Eamonn O’ Boyle, Councillor Jim Ryan, Councillor Mark
Dearey, Councillor Geraldine Murphy, Councillor Seamus Keelan, Councillor Kevin Meenan and
Councillor Ian Dooley.
APOLOGIES
Councillor Jim D’arcy, Councillor Mary Grehan and Councillor Martin Bellew.
IN ATTENDANCE
Mr Frank Pentony, Town Clerk
Ms Anne McDonnell, Senior Staff Officer
Ms Karen Hamilton, Assistant Planner
Ms. Catherine Duff, Town Engineer
Mr. Denis McArdle, Senior Staff Officer
Mr. Michael Curran, Acting County Manager
Ms. Joan Smith, Finance Officer
The Meeting commenced with prayers.
PLANNING AND RELATED MATTERS
437/06 06/129
Gavin Collins
C/O Greendoor Lodge
46 John Street
Drogheda
Co. Louth
Change of use of existing 2 storey dwelling
house to crèche and together with permission
for a single storey extension to side and rear
and all associated site development works
7 Carrickmacross Road
Mounthamilton
Dundalk.
Ms A. McDonnell advised that Further Information was requested on 27 th July 2006. On the
proposition of Councillor S. Byrne, seconded by Councillor N. Lennon, it was agreed to bring this
file back to the next Planning Meeting of the Council.
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438/06 06/160
Nigel Kelly
3 Park View
Dundalk.
Demolition of existing single storey extension to the
rear of two storey dwelling and replacement with two
storey extension refurbished building to incorporate
a new retail unit with ancillary storage on ground floor
and own door two bedroom apartment overhead
60 Dublin Street
Dundalk.
There was no recommendation in this case.
439/06 06/161
Bernard Muoneke
73 Rockfield Manor
Hoeys Lane
Dundalk,
Proposed single storey extension to existing
dwellinghouse
73 Rockfield Manor
Hoeys Lane
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor M. Dearey, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
440/06 06/162
Liam Kehoe
25 The Meadows
Dundalk
Alterations to and three storey extension to rear
of 14 Barrack Street
Dundalk.
The Members were advised that no submission had been made in relation to the application.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor N. Lennon, it was agreed to
bring this file back to the next Planning Meeting of the Council.
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PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 06/163
It was noted that this application was invalid and was returned to the applicant.
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441/06 06/164
Siobhan Murphy
146 Riverside Drive
Dundalk.
Permission for alterations extension of existing
dwellinghouse consisting of change of use from
dwellinghouse to office accommodation at ground
floor first floor and new shop front
51 Dublin Street
Dundalk.
There was no recommendation in this case.
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442/06 06/165
James Mackin
25 Culhane Street
Dundalk.
Permission for alterations extension of existing
dwellinghouse including replacement of existing felt
flat roof with a pitched roof construction bedroom
extension and conservatory
25 Culhane Street
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor M. Dearey, seconded by Councillor S. Keelan, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 06/166 & 06/167
It was noted that these applications were invalid and were returned to the applicants.
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443/06 06/168
Edel Jackson
Dernabalie
68 Willow Grove
Carrick Road
Dundalk.
Extension to rear of existing dwellinghouse and all
associated site works
68 Willow Grove
Carrick Road
Dundalk.
The Members were advised that no submission had been made in relation to the application.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Byrne, seconded by Councillor G. Murphy, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
444/06 06/169
Kay Conroy
The Whitehouse
Templeogue Road
Templeogue
Dublin 6
Construction of 3 No. three bedroom detached dormer
bungalows landscaping ancillary site development
works and provision of new vehicular entrance
off Carrickmacross Road
Land at front of Brighton Villa
Carrickmacross Road
Dundalk.
Councillor S. Byrne stated that quite a number of planning applications had been refused over the
years in the Carrick Road area due to the lack of foul water drainage facilities. However, he
remarked that this would not now appear to be the problem it was in the past. Ms Karen Hamilton
advised that during the course of work on the South West Sector Local Area Plan a number of
areas were identified with sufficient capacity that could accommodate future development.
There was no recommendation in this case.
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PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 06/170
It was noted that this application was invalid and was returned to the applicant.
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445/06 06/171
Jim Ryan
4 Holly Park
Bay Estate
Dundalk.
A single storey sunroom to the rear a proposed
ground floor and first floor extension to the side and
rear of dwelling new bay windows and front
door to the front elevation and all associated site
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Development works
4 Holly Park
Bay Estate
Dundalk.
The Members were advised that no submission had been made in relation to the application.
On the proposition of Councillor G. Murphy, seconded by Councillor N. Lennon, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 06/172
It was noted that this application was invalid and was returned to the applicant.
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446/06 06/173
Paul & Catherine Quigley
32 Hawthron Crescent
Bay Estate
Dundalk.
Extension to side of existing dwellinghouse and
all associated site works
32 Hawthorn Crescent
Bay Estate
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor N. Lennon, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
447/06 06/174
Castlepark Community
Development Group
C/o Mary Rose Milner
37 Castle Park
Dundalk.
Changes to style and material of proposed 3 No.
high level fences and access gateway from mesh
fencing to vertical bar railings along perimeter
of Castlepark Housing Development also
proposal to re-route fence No. 3 previously
granted Planning Permission Ref. 04/148
Castle Park
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor M. Dearey, seconded by Councillor S. Keelan, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 06/175
It was noted that this application was invalid and was returned to the applicant.
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448/06 06/176
Gerard Hoey
7 Village Green
Blackrock
Dundalk.
Changes to existing shop front including revisions
to size of openings to shop windows with new
entrance door provision of one no. new window
to the street front new roller shutters new
finishes to external elevations together with new
signage and all ancillary and associated works
River Lane
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Dundalk.
There was no recommendation in this case.
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PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 06/177
It was noted that this application was invalid and was returned to the applicant.
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449/06 06/178
Stephen Donald
14 Oakvale Park
Bay Estate
Dundalk.
Retention of two front bay windows and canopy
roof.
14 Oakvale Park
Bay Estate
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor G. Murphy, seconded by Councillor S. Keelan, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
450/06 06/179
Frank O’ Hagan
53 Dowdallshill
Newry Road
Dundalk
The construction of a single storey pitch roof
side extension containing a kitchen a bathroom
and a sittingroom
53 Dowdallshill
Newry Road
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor S. Byrne, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
451/06 06/180
Dundalk Institute of
Technology
Dublin Road
Dundalk.
Extend the already approved sports building
(Planning ref no. 04/232 – development consisting
of the following (a) site development works to
facilitate a mixed use development comprising
a sports building with bar, 3 office type buildings
for use …
Inner Relief Road
Marshes Upper
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor G. Murphy, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
452/06 06/181 Emmett Mullen
Mullaghmore
Drumconrath
Navan
Co. Meath
Planning permission for single storey extension to
rear of existing premises which involves partial
demolition of existing flat roof extension to rear
(protected structure ID145 ref. No. D176) at
8 Crowe Street
Dundalk.
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There was no recommendation in this case.
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453/06 06/182
Michael & Clodagh Lennon
67 Garrybawn
Dundalk.
Planning permission is sought for the construction
of a ground and first floor extension to the side
and a ground floor extension to the rear of
existing dwelling, the development shall also
include elevational changes and ancillary site
works
67 Garrybawn
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor K. Meenan, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
454/06 06/183
JCDecaux Ireland Ltd.,
6 Sandyford Park
Burton Hall Road
Leopardstown
Dublin 18
Replace existing 6M x 3M illuminated static
advertising display with a 6M x 3M illuminated
trivision advertising display
1 Ladywell Terrace
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor G. Murphy, seconded by Councillor S. Keelan, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
455/06 06/184
Niall Wiseman
Sonacherra
The Long Avenue
Dundalk.
The development will provide twelve
residential apartments and consist of a three
storey building with roof terrace and will include
all associated site works
Ardee Lane
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor S. Byrne, it was agreed that
the recommendation in this case be left to the Planner.
456/06 06/185
Carmel Mee
166 Greenacres
Dundalk.
Planning permission is sought for the construction
of a ground and first floor extension to the rear of
existing dwelling, the development shall also
consist of overall elevational changes and
ancillary site works
166 Greeenacres
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor K. Meenan it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
457/06 06/186
Joseph McArdle
Coes Road
Dundalk.
Proposed alterations, extensions and raise the
roof of existing D.O.E test centre and for new
car park including vehicular entrance for same
and for all associated site works
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Coes Road
Dundalk.
There was not recommendation in this case.
458/06 06/187
Ulster Bank Ltd.,
Ulster Bank Group Centre
George’s Quay
Dublin
Internal refurbishment including new partitions
and doors - this is a protected structure
Ulster Bank
100 Clanbrassil Street
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor G. Murphy it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
459/06 06/188
Sean Layden
9 Dunmor
Long Avenue
Dundalk.
Planning permission is sought for the construction
of a ground floor extension to the rear of
existing dwelling, new tiled canopy over front
door and retention for elevational changes to
the front of existing dwelling. The development
shall also consist of elevational changes and
ancillary site works
9 Dunmore
Long Avenue
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor N. Lennon, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
460/06 06/189
Kenneth & Raymond
Cumiskey
North Link Business Park
Dundalk.
Alterations of existing retail warehouse
consisting of the installation of a new
first floor and associated signage
Block D
North Link Business Park
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor J. Ryan, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 06/190
It was noted that this application was invalid and was returned to the applicant.
461/06 06/191
Rice & Roddy Ltd.,
Lisdoo
Newry Road
Dundalk.
Permission for new signage for car testing
and alterations to existing signage on site
Newry Road
Dundalk.
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On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor J. Ryan, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
462/06 06/192
Colm Marmion
34 Anne Street
Dundalk.
2 No. two storey residential units (6.96 metres
high) located in the rear gardens of 34 &
35 Anne Street and all associated site
development works
34 & 35 Anne Street
Dundalk.
Councillor M. Dearey said that this proposed development would be a significant departure from
the existing architecture in Anne Street. Ms. Karen Hamilton advised that because it is located
within an ACA any new construction would have to be sensitive to the existing streetscape. There
were also concerns raised regarding the impact this development could have on traffic along the
street and also the access to the site.
On the proposition of Councillor M. Dearey, seconded by Councillor S. Byrne, it was agreed to
bring this file back to the next Planning Meeting of the Council.
463/06 06/193
Paul Galligan &
Niamh Brady
34 Ladywell Terrace
Dundalk.
We Paul Galligan & Niamh Brady intend to apply
to the above planning authority for planning
permission for first floor extension to rear of
existing terraced dwellinghouse, alterations
to existing dwelling and associated works
34 Ladywell Terrace
Dundalk.
On the proposition of Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor N. Lennon, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case.
464/06 06/194
Vodafone Ireland Ltd.,
Mountain View
Leopardstown
Dublin 18
The development consists of the retention of 3
No. 1.3 metres high panel antennae attached
to two chimneys of the building and retention
of ancillary equipment (3 No. RBS units on
concrete plinths and a power unit) located
at ground floor level in a yard to the rear of the
building at Young’s Restaurant
25 Church Street
Dundalk.
There was no recommendation in this case.
465/06 06/195
Loyola & Peter
McGinnity
154 Lower Point Road
Dundalk.
The development will consist of the alterations
and extension of an existing dwellinghouse
including demolition of an existing garage
and stores and the construction of a dormer
style extension including a kitchen and entrance
hall at ground floor, 2 bedrooms ensuite at first
floor, garden shed and new garden wall
154 Lower Point Road
Dundalk.
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On the proposition of Councillor N. Lennon, seconded by Councillor S. Keelan, it was agreed to
recommend to the County Manager that permission be granted in this case
466/06
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AT BARRACK STREET, DUNDALK
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In response to a query from Councillor K. Meenan, Ms A. McDonnell advised that Patrick Boylan
had already been granted permission for the residential development at Barrack Street, Dundalk,
Ref. 05/267.
467/06
SIGNAGE
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The Members had received a letter from Dundalk Chamber of Commerce which highlighted a
number of issues regarding signage in and around Dundalk Town. On the proposition of
Councillor S. Keelan, seconded by Councillor K. Meenan, it was agreed that this matter be
discussed in more detail at the next planning meeting. However, Ms Catherine Duff, Town
Engineer pointed out that the Council are currently drafting a revised signage policy and that this
draft policy will be on the agenda for discussion at the next Planning and Development Municipal
Policy Committee meeting and then the full Council meeting.
468/06
MATERIAL CONTRAVENTION PD REF. 05/144 – PROPOSED PART CHANGE
OF USE FROM INDUSTRIAL UNIT WITH ANCILLARY OFFICES TO CALL
CENTRE, CAR PARKING CHANGE OF FENESTRATION AND ASSOCIATED
DEVELOPMENT WORKS AT COE’S ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, COE’S
ROAD, DUNDALK
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Ms Karen Hamilton, Assistant Planner, outlined that the proposed change of use materially
contravenes the Development Plan. The resolution that a decision to grant be made was
proposed by Councillor N. Lennon, Chairperson and seconded by Councillor E. O’Boyle. A roll
call vote was taken with a unanimous vote in favour as follows:
In favour: Councillor S. Byrne, Councillor M. Dearey, Councillor I. Dooley, Councillor S. Keelan,
Councillor N. Lennon, Councillor K. Meenan, Councillor G. Murphy, Councillor E. O’Boyle and
Councillor J. Ryan.
Against: None
Absent: Councillor M. Grehan, Councillor M. Bellew, Councillor J D’arcy
469/06
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
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On the proposal of Councillor and seconded by Councillor the following minutes were approved
and adopted:
Planning MPC held on 9th May 2006
Environment MPC held on 16th May 2006
Council Monthly Meeting held on 24th July 2006
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470/06
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
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Councillor Ian Dooley raised an issue on minute number 415/06 asking if a further quote had
been received for the replacement of windows in Meadow Grove OPD’s? The Town Engineer,
Ms. Catherine Duff advised that a recommendation has been submitted to the County Manager
for approval.
Councillor Seamus Byrne asked if any reply had been received from the Hospital Medical Board
on foot of his proposal under minute number 415/06. The Town Clerk, Mr. Frank Pentony
advised that no reply had been received to date and it was recommended that a further reminder
should be sent to the board.
Councillor Mark Dearey had asked if any figures had yet been sent to Sustainable Energy Ireland
regarding the Energy Efficiency in the town. The Town Engineer, Ms. Catherine Duff replied that
it had not been sent.
Councillor Seamus Byrne proposed an amendment to minute number 429/06 in relation to the
surfacing of St. Nicholas Avenue, he suggested that the minute be amended to read “ if
Department money became available, the Council agreed to give further consideration to the job”,
and he requested that this be recorded in the minutes. He also asked about the replacement of
the piers along the St. Alphonsus Road at the swimming pool site. The Town Engineer, Ms.
Catherine Duff advised that work has not yet been carried out but a contractor has been
appointed and she expected work to start shortly.
Councillor Seamus Keelan raised under minute number 419/06 whether the provision of a water
main on the Moorland Road was included under the Armagh Road Serviced Land Initiative
Contract and was advised by the Town Engineer that we were waiting on a report from the
Sanitary Services Engineer. Councillor Keelan proposed that this report be made available for
the next monthly meeting, this was seconded by Councillor Ian Dooley.
471/06
CONSIDERATION OF ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR YEAR ENDING
31ST DECEMBER 2005
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The Town Clerk, Mr. Frank Pentony outlined the main features of the Annual Financial Statement
and following questions by Councillors Seamus Keelan and Seamus Byrne, which were answered
by the Finance Officer, Ms. Joan Smith, the Annual Financial Statement was approved by
Councillor Seamus Keelan and seconded by Councillor Seamus Byrne.
472/06
SECTION 104 RESOLUTION ON ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE FOR 2005
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On the proposition of Councillor Seamus Keelan and seconded by Councillor Mark Dearey the
members approved the over expenditure in year ended 31 st December 2005 as outlined by Ms.
Joan Smith, Finance Officer.
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473/06
HOUSING PROGRESS REPORT
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Councillor Kevin Meenan queried the timeframe for allocating houses at Mullaharlin Road and
also the Part V housing at Langfield and 20 Crescent 1, Muirhevnamor. He also raised a query if
there was a problem in relation to Part V acquisitions. The Town Clerk, Mr. Frank Pentony
indicated that as the Part V discussions were dealt with by Mr. Jim Byrne, Administrative Officer,
that this matter be deferred to the next meeting. This was agreed.
Councillor Ian Dooley raised the to notify Councillors of the appointment of a new Housing
Engineer and discussion took place in relation to replies to queries from Councillors.
Councillor Jim Ryan asked how many Part V acquisitions had taken place and also why there
was an increase in housing list applicants? Mr. Denis McArdle, Senior Staff Officer, advised that
an assessment of needs had taken place and some applicants had come back onto the list. It
was agreed that queries in relation to Part V acquisitions would be dealt with by Mr. Jim Byrne at
the next meeting.
Members also raised issues in relation to flooding over the weekend and in particular flooding at
the Castletown Road Bridge, it was agreed that the Town Engineer, Ms. Catherine Duff, would
report for the next meeting.
474/06
PROGRESS REPORT FOR AUGUST
Councillor Seamus Byrne raised an issue in relation to footpath renewal in Ard Easmuinn which
were not done last year and don’t seem to be done this year. The Town Engineer undertook to
come back to the Council on this matter.
Councillor Mark Dearey suggested that the Music Centre at Carroll Village be included as an item
on the Progress Report. This was agreed.
475/06
RAISING OF LOAN OF €6,586,530 FOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AT LIOS
DUBH – CLUID HOUSING ASSOCIATION
On the proposal of Councillor Seamus Keelan and seconded by Councillor Noel Lennon, it was
agreed to raise a loan of €6,586,530 from the Housing Finance Agency for the development of
Voluntary Housing at Lios Dubh – Cluid Housing Association, subject to the sanction of the
Department of the Environment & Local Government.
476/06
MOURNEVALE RIGHT OF WAY
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The Town Clerk Mr. Frank Pentony, explained the history of the problem and also the agreement
with the Residents Association in relation to the erection of the gate. Members expressed
concern that the times proposed may not be agreeable to all concerned and Councillor Kevin
Meenan agreed to ask the other groups to write to the Town Clerk to indicate their preferred
opening hours. It was agreed to defer the matter to the next monthly meeting.
477/06
RED BARNS ROAD UPDATE
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Councillor Seamus Keelan proposed that the opening of tender for the Red Barns Road would
take prior to the Planning Meeting and this was seconded by Councillor Seamus Byrne.
478/06
LOUTH LOCAL AUTHORITIES ANNUAL REPORT 2005
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Members welcomed the report and complimented staff on the work achieved during the year.
479/06
NOTICE OF MOTION – COUNCILLOR SEAMUS KEELAN
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“When will an audit be carried out of all pay parking meters, working or otherwise in the
Urban Area, and would it be possible if a report be included on the September 2006
Monthly Agenda”
Answer: An audit of all pay parking machines is undertaken on a daily basis. A full report on the
status of all machines will be made at the September meeting.
Councillor Keelan welcomed the report and the opportunity to review the situation. Councillor
Eamonn O’Boyle suggested a review of the maintenance contract for Pay Parking machines the
Town Clerk indicated that a new tender would be sought shortly for the maintenance of the Pay
Parking Machines.
480/06
NOTICE OF MOTION – COUNCILLOR SEAMUS KEELAN
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“That this Council draw up a programme of works to be carried out in order to rehabilitate
Castletown Cemetery and to investigate an annual maintenance of same. These monies
are to be provided in future estimates”
Answer: The Assistant Parks Superintendent, Paul McDonnell will carry out a survey and prepare
a report for the September Meeting.
Following discussions, it was agreed that the council would consider providing funding in the
annual budget for 2007. This was proposed by Councillor Seamus Keelan and seconded by
Councillor Geraldine Murphy.
481/06
NOTICE OF QUESTION – COUNCILLOR SEAMUS KEELAN
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“That Speed Ramps be provided on the Doylesfort Road from Arthurs Shop to the end of
the Urban boundary”
Answer: The Roads Engineer, John Lamont will carry out a survey and prepare a report for the
September Meeting.
Councillor Seamus Keelan referred to the six page petition received from the residents of the
Doylesfort Road in relation to the provision of speed ramps and Councillor Mark Dearey also
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asked that drainage be provided. The Town Engineer, Ms. Catherine Duff indicated that the
matter would be considered by the Roads Engineer.
Councillor Ian Dooley agreed to take his Motion at the same time. He referred to a traffic counter
being installed for a minimum of seven days. The Town Engineer, Ms. Catherine Duff confirmed
that it was interfered with but would be sufficient for the traffic counter to remain in place for 2-3
days.
482/06
NOTICE OF QUESTION – COUNCILLOR SEAMUS KEELAN
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(To be directed to ESB)
“When will two lights (ineffective for three and a half months) on the top of the Newry
Road Graveyard Hill be replaced?”
Answer: This matter has been directed to the ESB who have carried out an inspection and
detected a cable fault. The ESB estimate that this will be repaired within the next 3 weeks.
Councillor Seamus Keelan welcomed the report and thanked the staff for their work.
483/06
NOTICE OF MOTION – COUNCILLOR GERALDINE MURPHY
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“This Council looks to replacing the damaged fence at the rear of houses in Woodview
Terrace, adjacent to the Railway Line, as a matter of urgency”
Answer: The Housing Engineer, Catherine Barry will carry out an inspection and prepare a report
for the September Meeting.
Councillor Geraldine Murphy indicated that she was happy with the reply and her motion was
seconded by Councillor Jim Ryan. Councillor Ryan also referred to the security from the railway
line to the Castletown River and suggested that this Council write to the Station Master to review
security from the station to Castletown River and provide fencing and close off section of the
Railway Line which is too open. This was seconded by Councillor Ian Dooley. Councillor Keelan
referred to the fact that granite coping stones on the bridge had been damaged.
484/06
NOTICE OF MOTION – COUNCILLOR IAN DOOLEY
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“This Council looks at providing a pedestrian crossing in Quay Street to allow for safer
pedestrian access to the new Post Office and Londis Store in Quay Street”
Answer: The Roads Engineer, John Lamont will carry out a survey and prepare a report for the
September Meeting.
Councillor Ian Dooley welcomed the reply and Councillor Mark Dearey welcomed the proposed
policy to be looked at in relation to proposed Pedestrian Crossings in the town.
Councillor Eamonn O’Boyle also asked that Pedestrian Crossings on the Blayney Road near
schools would be included in such a review. The Town Engineer, Ms. Catherine Duff indicated
that the Town Council had made a case to the National Roads Authority for low cost safety
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measures for this road but this had not yet been approved. She indicated this could be brought
forward again in 2007.
Councillor Seamus Keelan wished to record apologies for not being able to attend both the Newry
& Mourne Meeting on 24th August and also the Newry & Dundalk Joint Committee Meeting on the
previous day.
485/06
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
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Councillor Noel Lennon condemned the recent attack on Councillor Jim Ryans car which was
seconded by Councillor Seamus Keelan, this was agreed by all of the members. Councillor Jim
Ryan welcomed the support.
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The Meeting ended with prayers.
Minutes confirmed at Meeting
held on _______________ day of
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CATHAOIRLEACH
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CLEIREACH AN BHAILE
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