Monaghan County Council puts the spotlight on climate action for this year’s ‘Your Council Day’

Local authorities provide hundreds of services and work hard to make great places in which to live, work and invest.

The vital work of Monaghan County Council employees and the role they are playing in our County’s fight to tackle climate change is being highlighted for this year’s ‘Your Council Day’, which takes place on this Friday 1st July.

Across social media, #YourCouncilDay will showcase the work of our committed and passionate local authority employees who are working to make a difference to the lives of the people in their community.

“Climate change is the defining political, economic, technical and social challenge of our time and Monaghan County Council is committed to leading on climate action” said Nuala Woods, Acting Director of Services, Climate Action, Environmental & Water Services.

“Local authorities have a clear understanding of the priority needs of our communities from a climate action standpoint and can translate¬ goals set out by Government into actions. From active travel initiatives and housing retrofits to reducing our own carbon emissions and working with partners and local communities to tackle the impact of climate change, Monaghan County Council has risen to the challenge of leading our county’s climate action response.”

“Ireland has significantly increased our climate ambition in the past few years. Local authorities play a critical role in translating national climate ambition into local climate action. With our shared goals and objectives across 31 local authorities, we can have a significant impact”

The national Climate Action Plan states that local authorities occupy a pivotal role within communities to demonstrate leadership on climate action at a local and community level.

Monaghan County Council will be developing a climate action plan building on our existing Climate Adaptation Strategy and our commitments in the Local Authority Climate Action Charter. This will clearly outline the steps the Council is taking and will take to meet our climate targets and lead climate action in our areas and communities.

Social media users throughout the community are asked to post their experiences of council initiatives using the hashtag #YourCouncilDay / #DoLásaChomhairle.

Follow Monaghan County Council Facebook/Instagram or #YourCouncilDay / #DoLásaChomhairle to find out what’s happening in Monaghan during Your Council Day.

#YourCouncilDay will showcase what is happening on the day throughout the council and also highlight the innovation shown by local authorities.

Social media users throughout the community are also asked to post their experiences of council initiatives using the hashtag #YourCouncilDay.

 

28^th June, 2022:

 The HSE Department of Public Health Area A (Louth, Meath, Cavan, Monaghan and North Dublin) have seen an increase in COVID-19 cases in the region in recent weeks and is urging people who are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine or a booster and who have not yet received it to get their vaccine.

Dr Deirdre Mulholland, Area Director of Public Health Area A, said: “The incidence rates of COVID-19 are increasing again in our general population including amongst the elderly. I would urge people to get their free COVID-19 vaccine or a booster, as the COVID-19 vaccinations are critical to ensure you are protected from serious illness. It is important for people aged 65 and older and those who are aged 12 years and older with a weak immune system to get their second booster vaccine. A second booster can reduce the risk of hospitalisation or death from COVID-19 illness. Every action we take to protect ourselves and those around us to keep cases down and can help our communities stay safe.”

“There are several ways of getting your vaccination; book an appointment online at HSE.ie or ring HSELive on 1800 700 700 to book an appointment in a HSE vaccination centre. Participating GPs and Pharmacists will also continue to provide vaccinations.”

Dr Mulholland added: “We are continuing to monitor COVID-19 epidemiological indicators to quickly detect, understand and communicate emerging issues and trends of concern in the region. While COVID-19 is circulating in our communities, mask wearing is advised in healthcare settings. Individuals are also advised to consider wearing masks in crowded indoor and outdoor settings, e.g. public transport, social gatherings or other activities and events.”

“If you have any symptoms of COVID-19, you should follow the public health advice by staying at home, not attending work and self-isolating until at least 48 hours after your symptom free. We are advising people to adhere to this advice even if you have received your COVID-19 vaccination, had a booster, or had COVID-19 in the past.”

 

 

Take part in survey to help reach zero emission goal

The FASTER Project is calling on members of the public to share their attitudes on electric vehicles and sustainable transport

June 2022: Motorists and transport users across Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland are urged to take part in a survey to help identify barriers preventing them from transitioning to electric vehicles.

The aim is for local authorities to gain a better understanding of people’s changing attitudes and behaviours towards electric vehicles and sustainable transport systems to help facilitate the relevant infrastructures in the surrounding areas.

The survey, commissioned by INTERREG and delivered by Transport Research Partners is supported by the FASTER Project, a joint initiative across Scotland, Ireland, and Northern Ireland that supports a model shift to zero emission and sustainable forms of transport.

The FASTER Project will install 73 new rapid charging stations for electric vehicles across the three project regions. The initiative has received €6.4 million EU INTERREG VA funding to further increase awareness of the sustainable options available to motorists and road users.

Match funding has been provided by the Department for Infrastructure (NI), Transport Scotland and the Department for Transport (Ireland).

The Cross Border Local Authority led Organisation East Border Region Ltd are the lead delivery partner for the FASTER Project and commenting on this call to the public, Chairperson Cllr Michelle Hall said:

“The East Border Region are delighted to be leading this exciting and necessary project. Electric vehicles are the future and as Local Authorities, the onus is on us to lead the way and provide the necessary infrastructure to effect change.

“We would encourage everyone to participate in the survey in order to help us determine attitudinal change and the most appropriate methods to support change going forward.”

Donal Monaghan, Project officer, who manages the behavioural change programme for the FASTER Project at South West College added:

“The steady increase in the number of electric passenger and commercial vehicle  registrations proves a growing acceptance of a more sustainable transport system. Over the past 12 months, we have been working closely with agencies across the UK and Ireland, local authorities, government departments and electric vehicle user groups to support this transition.

“There are endless benefits of electric vehicles and other forms of sustainable transport, and we understand with the rising cost of fuel prices, people are reconsidering their mode of transport. Therefore, it is important that the public take this opportunity to make their voices heard and let us know exactly how we can support them on their travel choices.”

Survey respondents will be entered into a prize draw with the opportunity to win a £100 Amazon Gift Card. The closing date for the receipt of completed surveys is Friday 15^th July.

The survey is available now at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/IRSust and further information about the study can be obtained by emailing interreg@transportresearch.org

Find out more about FASTER by visiting www.fasterevcharge.com

Temporary Closing of Roads

Monaghan County Council gives notice of its intention to close the following road in the Municipal District of Carrickmacross-Castleblayney in County Monaghan:

Date:                     Wednesday 20^th July 2022 to Friday 29^th of July 2022

To Facilitate:      Road Resurfacing Works

Roads Closed:   LT-77011 in the Townlands of Dromore

 

 Alternative Routes:

Traffic wishing to proceed on the LT-77011 from the LS-7701 will be diverted onto the LS-7701, then left onto the LT-37031

Traffic wishing to proceed on the LT-77011 from the LT-37031 will be diverted onto the LT37031, then turn right onto the LS-7701.

 

All Detours will be signposted in order to direct the Traffic. (Local Access and Emergency Vehicles will be catered for at all times).

Any interested person may lodge an objection to the closing of the above-mentioned road with the Roads Department, Monaghan County Council, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan not later than Tuesday 21^st June 2022.  Any objections must be clearly marked on envelope “Objection To Road Closure”.

If you have any queries concerning this Road Closure please contact The Municipal District of Carrickmacross-Castleblayney, Civic Offices, Riverside Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan at (042) 9661236 or email carrickmacross@monaghancoco.ie

This notice complies with the Roads Act 1993 (Section 75)

Gareth Mc Mahon

A/Senior Engineer

Roads and Transportation

16^th June 2022

 

HOUSING GRANTS SCHEMES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES / ELDERLY

Monaghan County Council wishes to advise the public that from Friday 24^th June only Medical 1 Priority applications will be considered for funding under the following Housing Grant schemes –

• Housing Adaptation Grant for People with Disabilities
• Mobility Aids Grant for People with Mobility/Disability Needs
• Housing Aid for Older People Grant

 

All other applications received after this date will not be assessed until January 2023.

 

Signed:

Olga McConnon

A/Head of Finance & Housing Services

16^th June 2022

 

Monaghan County Council gives notice of its intention to close the following road in the Municipal District of Carrickmacross-Castleblayney in County Monaghan:

Date:                     Monday 18^th July 2022 to Friday 22^nd July 2022

To Facilitate:      Road Resurfacing Works

Roads Closed:    LS8020 in the Townland of Bocks Lower

 

 Alternative Routes.

Traffic wishing to proceed on the LS-8020 from the LS-8030 will be diverted onto the LS-8030, then left onto the LP-4010, then turn left onto the LP-4042

Traffic wishing to proceed on the LS-8020 from the LP-4042 will be diverted onto the LP-4041, then turn left onto the LT-40411, then turn left onto the R180-4, then turn left onto the LS-8030.

 All Detours will be signposted in order to direct the Traffic. (Local Access and Emergency Vehicles will be catered for at all times).

Any interested person may lodge an objection to the closing of the above-mentioned road with the Roads Department, Monaghan County Council, MTEK II Building, Knockaconny, Monaghan not later than Tuesday 21^st June 2022.  Any objections must be clearly marked on envelope “Objection To Road Closure”.

If you have any queries concerning this Road Closure please contact The Municipal District of Carrickmacross-Castleblayney, Civic Offices, Riverside Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan at (042) 9661236 or email carrickmacross@monaghancoco.ie

 

This notice complies with the Roads Act 1993 (Section 75)

Gareth Mc Mahon

A/Senior Engineer

Roads and Transportation

16^th June 2022

 

On 2^nd June, the newly developed Monaghan Destination and Experience Development Plan (MDEDP) was launched by Ministers Catherine Martin and Heather Humphreys at an event in Castle Leslie Estate, Glaslough.

The MDEDP is a five year commercial destination and experience development plan. The role of the MDEDP is to support the development of unique and compelling destination experiences focused on a number of immediate and strategic destination opportunities. The MDEDP was developed through a consultative process involving tourism industry representatives, members of the local community and Monaghan County Council.

The MDEDP will guide tourism development through a roadmap of projects linked to a number of destination development opportunities. Over the course of the plan implementation, success will be measured by achieving growth across a range of indicators from new experience supply, visitor demand patterns, growing the value per visitor and a number of additional destination competitiveness indicators.

Please click here to view the document: Monaghan Destination and Experience Development Plan (PDF)

Monaghan County Council gives notice to close the following road in the Municipal District of Carrickmacross-Castleblayney in County Monaghan:

Date:   Monday 4^th July 2022 to Friday 15^th July 2022

To Facilitate:    Road Resurfacing Works

Roads Closed:   LP4814 in the Townlands of Rahans and Descart

 

Alternative Routes.

Traffic wishing to proceed on the LP-4814 from the LP-4813 will be diverted right onto the LT-88313, then turn right onto the LS-8831, then turn left onto the LT-48161, then turn left onto the LP-4815

Traffic wishing to proceed on the LP-4814 from the LP-4815 will be diverted right onto the LT-48161, then turn right onto the LS-8831, then turn left onto the LT-88313

All Detours will be signposted in order to direct the Traffic. (Local Access and Emergency Vehicles will be catered for at all times).

 

This notice complies with the Roads Act 1993 (Section 75)

 

Gareth Mc Mahon

A/Senior Engineer

Roads and Transportation

9^th June 2022

Temporary Closing Of Road

Monaghan County Council gives notice to close the following road in the Municipal District of Monaghan in County Monaghan:

Date of Closure:        Sunday 26^th June 2022

 Times:                        11.00am – 7.00pm

To Facilitate:             Ballinode Street Festival

 

Road Closed:            

LT-16102:  For a distance of 150m on the South side of Cappog Road in Ballinode Village and the other closer location at the North side of Maggie’s Bar on the LT-16102 in the Townland of Cappog.

Diversion Routes:

Southbound traffic Via the R186 at the Townland of Clontoe.

Northbound traffic Via the LP-1610 at the Townland of Cappog.

All Detours will be signposted in order to direct the Traffic. (Local Access and Emergency Vehicles will be catered for at all times).

 

This notice complies with the Roads Act 1993 (Section 75)

 

Gareth McMahon

A/Senior Engineer

Roads and Transportation

9^th June 2022

 

 

Confirmation Order

 MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL

Notice of the making of a Confirmation Order by Monaghan County Council of a Compulsory Purchase Order made under section 76 of and the Third Schedule to the Housing Act, 1966, as extended by Section 10 of the Local Government (No.2) Act, 1960, as respects all or part of the land to which the Compulsory Purchase Order relates to be published in accordance with Section 78 (1) of the Housing Act, 1966, as amended by the Planning and Development Act, 2000.

Compulsory Acquisition of Land

Monaghan County Council Compulsory Purchase Order No [1] 2022.

Monaghan County Council (hereinafter referred to as the Local Authority) has, on the 7^th June 2022 made a confirmation order confirming the above-named Compulsory Purchase Order as respects the land described in the CPO Plot Listing hereto.

The said order, as so confirmed, authorises Monaghan County Council to acquire the said lands compulsorily.  A copy of the order as so confirmed and of the map referred to in it may be seen at all reasonable hours at the offices of Monaghan County Council, Ballybay/Clones Municipal District Offices, The Diamond, Clones, Co. Monaghan.

The order, as so confirmed will become operative at the expiration of three weeks after the date of publication of this notice but if an application for judicial review of the decision of the local authority under Order 84 of the Rules of the Superior Courts (S.I. No. 15 of 1986) is duly made to the High Court within eight weeks of the date of publication of this notice in accordance with section 50 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, the court –

• May by interim order suspend the operation of the compulsory purchase order as so confirmed either generally or in so far only as it affects any property of the applicant until the final determination of the proceedings:
• If satisfied upon the hearing of the application that the compulsory purchase order as so confirmed is not within the powers of the Housing Act, 1966, as extended by section 10 of the Local Government (No.2) Act, 1960 (as substituted by section 86 of the Housing Act, 1966) (as amended or extended) or that the interests of the applicant have been substantially prejudiced by any requirement of the Housing Act, 1966, as so extended and amended, not having been complied with, may quash the order as so confirmed either generally or in so far only as it affects any property of the applicant.

Dated the 9^th day of June 2022,

Mr. Kevin McNally, Ballybay/Clones Municipal District Co-Ordinator Monaghan County Council.

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