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Part XI Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended)

Part 8, Article 81 Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended)

Monaghan County Council hereby gives notice that it proposes to carry out development at

Corrybrannan Playground, Corrybrannan, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan

The proposed development will consist of:

Upgrade of the existing Corrybrannan Playground, to include the removal of existing play equipment and surfacing, installation of a Multi-Use-Games-Area, installation of the newly designed Accessible Playground and all ancillary works in the townland of Corrybrannan, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan.

In accordance with Article 81(2)(ca) and 120(1B)(b)(i) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an examination of the nature, size and location of the proposed development, that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development, and as such has determined that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and at any time before the expiration of 4 weeks from the date of publication of this notice, any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effects on the environment.

In accordance with Article 250(1)(ca) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an assessment of best scientific knowledge, that the proposed development, either individually or in combination with other plans or projects, is not likely to have a significant effect on a European site,

and as such has determined that an Appropriate Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effect on a European site.

Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 until 5pm on 22^nd of September 2023.

The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at https://www.monaghan.ie by searching under Monaghan County Council and entering the address of the development.

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development will be situated may be made in writing to Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 before 5pm on 6^th of October 2023.

Signed:

Kevin West

A/Director of Services

Monaghan County Council

Dated 23^rd August 2023

Heritage Week is running from 12th – 20th August 2023

Learn more about the events in #Monaghan here: https://www.heritageweek.ie/event-listings

To book or enquire about an event contact: 04730500 / smcquaid@monaghancoco.ie

#LiveWorkVisitMonaghan #HeritageWeek

Notice is hereby given that the Municipal District of Monaghan proposes amendments to the Parking Control (Pay Parking) & Car Park Bye Laws 2023.

Draft Parking Control (Pay Parking) & Car Park Bye Laws 2023 can be viewed at the following locations;

1. The Municipal District of Monaghan Office, The Glen, Monaghan
2. The Planning Office, Dublin Street, Monaghan
3. Monaghan Town Library, North Road, Monaghan
4. Online at Monaghan.ie/news

The Council invites submissions from members of the public in respect of these Draft Bye Laws. Submissions in writing can be forwarded to the Monaghan Municipal District, Council Offices, The Glen, Monaghan or emailed to monaghan@monaghancoco.ie by Thursday 10^th August 2023.

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PARKING CONTROL (PAY PARKING) & CAR PARKS BYE-LAWS 2023

The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced the Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS) 2023 to support small to medium capital projects which enhance the environment of town or village centres. Grant funding for projects will range from €20,000 to €500,000.

Following the launch of Our Rural Future, and subsequently the Town Centre First Policy, there has been some amendments to the Town and Village Renewal Scheme. Our Rural Future will see increased investment out to 2025 in remote working infrastructure to provide an opportunity for people to continue to live in rural communities while following their career ambitions.

The 2023 Scheme is designed to support the revitalisation of rural Ireland through a renewed focus on town centre regeneration and enhancing economic and social vibrancy in line with the Town Centre First policy.

The 2023 Scheme will focus on objectives such as:

• Town Regeneration projects
• Enhancing our streetscapes
• Green spaces / recreational amenities in town or village centres
• Refurbishment of existing community centres
• A new option to allow local authorities to acquire plots of land to enable development of town regeneration, such as town parks, plazas, etc.
• Bringing vacant and derelict buildings/ back into use as multi-purpose or community spaces
• Projects to support town or village centre markets, e.g. farmers markets or artisan markets.
• Town/village centre plaza development

The 2023 scheme will be targeted at three categories of Towns/Villages as follows:

• Category 1: Towns and villages with a population of up to 5,000 people.
• Category 2: Towns with a population of 5,001 to 10,000 people.
• Category 3: Larger towns with a population of up to 15,000 people may be eligible where the application is of a high quality and outlines a strong need for the investment, good value for money        and positive outcomes that will have a substantial impact on the town.

Grant Levels

For the 2023 Scheme, the minimum grant which is available is €20,000.

The maximum level of grant funding available is €500,000 in respect of one application from each Local Authority.

A maximum of €250,000 will apply in respect of 4 applications.

1 application must be in respect of Towns/Villages that have not previously received funding under the Standard Town & Village Renewal Scheme in the last 3 years.

As in previous years, applications will be assessed on a competitive basis.

Please ensure that you have fully completed the application form before submitting.

All Expressions of Interest should be received no later than 5.00 p.m. on Monday 28^th August 2023 by email to townandvillage@monaghancoco.ie

Late Expression of Interest’s will not be considered after the closing date.

Application form and Scheme outline located here: https://monaghan.ie/communitydevelopment/2023/07/26/town-and-village-renewal-scheme-2023-applications-are-open-now/

Fire, road, and water safety officers across Ireland are joining forces for ‘Amber Thursday’ to promote fire, road, and water safety over the August bank holiday weekend.

Dermot Brannigan, Chief Fire Officer with Monaghan County Council is encouraging the public to be aware of the risks from fires. “This time of year, can be a busy period for fire fighters so everyone should be aware of how quickly a fire can spread and a small incident can escalate into a larger one if not managed safely. I’m encouraging members of the public to enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend but to bear in mind the potential of fire related incidents. Keep children away from fires and have a bucket of water or sand nearby for emergencies. Never light a barbeque or a campfire in parks, woodland areas or in areas close to vegetation or trees and be mindful not to discard any cigarette butts on the ground.”

Road Safety Officer with Monaghan County Council, Adrian O’Sullivan, stressed the importance for road users to be cautious and courteous towards one another. “It’s imperative that motorists do not drive while under the influence of intoxicants such as  alcohol or illegal drugs and that all passengers are wearing a seatbelt or appropriate seat restraint.  Before setting off on a long journey, ensure your vehicle is roadworthy, plan your journey, drive within the posted speed limits, and take regular breaks to avoid driver fatigue.”

Gearóid McCarthy, Water Safety Development Officer with Monaghan County Council reminds everyone to be aware and not to be lulled into a false sense of security around water.  “As Monaghan is a landlocked county, some people may choose to swim in one of Monaghan’s many lakes and rivers particularly during any warm spells of weather. However, these can pose their own dangers as they may contain hidden obstacles that can trap or make it more difficult to move around.  Cold water in lakes can often be much deeper and colder beneath the surface than you may expect”.

“Most water related tragedies in Ireland occur in inland waterways. Reservoirs are not appropriate for swimming due to the risk of deep and fast-flowing waters, changing water levels and uneven ground” added the Water Safety Development Officer.

Amber Thursday is supported by Local Authorities, the Chief Fire Officers Association, and Water Safety Ireland. Further information can be found at amberthursday.ie.

Pictured (L-R):

Dermot Brannigan – Chief Fire Officer, Adrian O’Sullivan – Road Safety Officer, Niall Nolan – Station Officer, Clones fire Station and Siobhan McKenna – Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer

Electrical Recycling Drop Off Days: Oram Sarsfields GAA Club, Castleblaney, Monaghan

 Want to support the environment and de-clutter your home by recycling your electrical waste? Then check out the ERP FREE Electrical Recycling Drop Off Day at:

Oram Sarsfields GAA Club, Castleblaney, Monaghan on Friday August 18th 2023, 10am to 4pm

You can drop off any household item with a plug or a battery – large or small – such as TVs, washing machines, IT equipment, stereos, mobile phones, battery-operated toys, power tools, cables, chargers and wireless ear buds. We even recycle used vapes!

And don’t forget to support Batteries for Barretstown and bring your used batteries for recycling!

On behalf of Monaghan County Council, Fermanagh and Omagh County Council and Mid Ulster District Council, the study seeks to identify opportunities to help develop the Sliabh Beagh area as a destination with a fantastic welcome and unforgettable eco-tourism experience. Funded through the ‘Shared Island’ programme, this study will generate a series of well-developed cross-border local authority projects that will be in a position to secure funding for the construction or implementation stages.

An opportunity for members of the public to view ideas regarding the development of the Sliabh Beagh Region as an eco-tourism destination has been arranged. A drop-in information session is being held at the Sliabh Beagh Hotel in Knockatallon on Tuesday 1st August, between 6-9pm. Please feel free to come along at any point between 6-9pm to view the ideas being put forward and talk to the consultants about your views. You can register to attend at the following link – https://forms.office.com/e/ef0nA9xGyC

If you are unable to attend in person, an online survey will be available shortly where you can provide comments and find out more about the project at https://www.outdoorrecreationni.com/news/sliabh-beagh-drop-in/

Notice is hereby given that the Municipal District of Monaghan proposes amendments to the Parking Control (Pay Parking) & Car Park Bye Laws 2023.

Draft Parking Control (Pay Parking) & Car Park Bye Laws 2023 can be viewed at the following locations;

1. The Municipal District of Monaghan Office, The Glen, Monaghan
2. The Planning Office, Dublin Street, Monaghan
3. Monaghan Town Library, North Road, Monaghan
4. Online at Monaghan.ie/news

The Council invites submissions from members of the public in respect of these Draft Bye Laws. Submissions in writing can be forwarded to the Monaghan Municipal District, Council Offices, The Glen, Monaghan or emailed to monaghan@monaghancoco.ie by Thursday 10^th August 2023.

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Parking Control (Pay Parking) & Car Parks Bye-Laws 2023

Donal McElwain

Municipal District Co-Ordinator

20^th July 2023