Monaghan St Patrick’s Day Parade

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The Theme this year is “More to Monaghan”

Monaghan St Patrick’s Day Parade takes place Saturday 17th March 2pm. We are calling on businesses, community groups to come and join in on the day. Lots of prizes to be won plus €300 prize for most innovative float. Download the application form to have a float:

Application To Participate In Parade (Word Doc.)

Prizes will be awarded for:-

  • Best Commercial Float
  • Best Community Float
  • Best Marching Band
  • Best Irish Language Window Display
  • €300 Prize for most innovative float

 

Fun for all the family including Bouncing Castles and Amusements

SUPPLEMENT TO THE 2018/2019 REGISTER OF ELECTORS

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The Register of Electors for the year 2018/2019 has been published and comes into force on 15th February 2018.  Any elections/referenda held during 2018 will be based on this Register.   If your name has been omitted from the register (which is printed on white paper) although you were eligible for inclusion in it, you can apply now to be included in the supplement to the Register.

The Register of Electors for the year 2018/2019 has been published and comes into force on 15th February 2018.  Any elections/referenda held during 2018 will be based on this Register.   If your name has been omitted from the register (which is printed on white paper) although you were eligible for inclusion in it, you can apply now to be included in the supplement to the Register.

Conditions for inclusion to the Supplement are:-

  • be 18 years of age;
  • be ordinarily resident at the address at which you wish to be registered;
  • not already registered as an elector except in the case of change of address – if you are not on the register of electors and have moved residence from one constituency to another or within a constituency (different local electoral area) you may also apply for entry to the supplement.  A separate form is available for this purpose.

Check the register at your local Post Office, Public Library, Garda Station, Municipal Districts or County Council Office and on line at www.checktheregister.ie

If you’re not already on the register, you can apply to be included in the supplement by filling out the green form (RFA2) available from the locations above or can be downloaded from www.monaghan.ie and posting or delivering it to:-

Monaghan County Council, Corporate Services Section, County Offices, The Glen, Monaghan.

MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL COMMUNITY & ENVIRONMENT FUNDING SCHEME 2018

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Monaghan County Council is committed to supporting local communities to promote, enhance and develop their local area. This commitment is supported by the annual Community and Environment Funding Scheme.
We are now inviting applications for the 2018 funding scheme. In 2018, the Municipal Districts, Community Development, Housing and Environment sections are working together to allocate funding through one central funding scheme. This process will allow community groups to maximise funding available to them and to ensure all community groups, residents committees and tidy towns groups throughout the county are supported in their voluntary activities.

Funding is available under three distinct measures.
Measure one: Community Infrastructure Supports
The community infrastructure supports measure aims to develop and enhance local community facilities and amenities in County Monaghan.

Measure two: Community Development Supports
The community development support measure aims to support local communities to promote and encourage community participation and engagement throughout the county.

Measure three: Environmental Supports
The environmental supports measure aims to support local communities, residents committees and tidy towns groups to deliver projects that enhance the appearance and improve the quality of the environment in their area.

Guidelines on criteria and application forms for the new Community & Environment Funding Scheme are available by contacting:

Fionnuala Mulligan, Monaghan County Council, Community Development Section on 047 73720
Or fmulligan@monaghancoco.ie

Or by downloading the forms below:

Community Environment Grant Scheme 2018 Application Form – (Word Doc)

Community Environment Grant Scheme Guidelines 2018 – (PDF)

If you would like support completing your application, Bernie Bradley is available to assist groups. You can make an appointment by contacting the number above.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY March 2rd 2018 at 5 p.m.
LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Apply to our €1.6million Social Enterprise Fund by 28th March 2018

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The Social Enterprise Development Fund, a €1.6 million fund which will be delivered over two years; 2018 – 2020, is now open for applications.The Social Enterprise Development Fund, a €1.6 million fund which will be delivered over two years; 2018 – 2020, is now open for applications.

The fund was created by Social Innovation Fund Ireland (SIFI) in partnership with Local Authorities Ireland and funded by IPB Insurance and the Department of Rural and Community Development. The Department of Rural and Community Development provides match funding for all funds raised by Social Innovation Fund Ireland, through the Dormant Accounts Fund. IPB Insurance is an Irish owned general insurance company which protects and supports their local authority members and their communities across the length and breadth of Ireland.

FUND OBJECTIVE

The objective of the fund is to find and back social enterprises that adds to the social and economic fabric of their community by way of social impact; creating a national pipeline of social enterprises.

The fund will provide critical support to the most innovative and impactful projects proposed by social enterprises across Ireland helping them to:

  • Increase their social impact
  • Increase their traded income
  • Create more jobs
  • Develop long-term, effective and sustainable solutions across Ireland.

WHAT DOES THE FUND OFFER? 

  • Eight cash grants of €50,000

Up to eight social enterprises per year will receive a cash grant of €50,000. At least two grants will be awarded to support the most innovative and impactful projects proposed by social enterprises in each of the following categories:

  • Best Social Enterprises Project Urban x 2
  • Best Social Enterprises Project Town x 2
  • Best Social Enterprises Project Rural x 2
  • Six-month Accelerator Programme

Awardees will also obtain a place on the SIFI Accelerator Programme which is designed to help social enterprises improve their effectiveness. By joining the programme, organisations will gain access to a peer network of the best social enterprises in Ireland.
Additional places will be reserved for the most promising social enterprises across all 31 Local Authorities in Ireland.

WHO CAN APPLY?

The applicant must be a social enterprise with a not-for-profit legal form. Social enterprises are defined as organisations that:

  • Have a clear social mission and make a social impact
  • Generate income from goods or services
  • Reinvest any surplus into achieving their mission
  • Are separate from government or state agencies.

The Social Enterprise Development Fund will accept applications from:

  • Social enterprises, as defined above
  • Social enterprises which sit within larger not-for-profit organisations such as charities and voluntary organisations.

Click here for more information or to apply:

socialinnovation.ie/social-enterprise-development

The deadline for applications is 28th March 2018

Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards: Monaghan County Council named Local Authority of the Year 2017

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Monaghan County Council was yesterday (23 November 2017) named Local Authority of the Year at the Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards. The 14th annual Awards ceremony was held in association with the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government and showcases and celebrates the best of Local Government in Ireland.

John Clancy, Head of Public Sector Business, Vodafone Ireland said, ‘We are delighted to sponsor the Chambers Ireland- Excellence in Local Government Awards 2017. This is a unique and important event that recognises and celebrates the work that the local authorities contribute to communities all over Ireland. We are proud to work alongside Chambers Ireland and The Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government and would like to congratulate each of the local authorities who were recognised tonight, in particular the Monaghan County Council, who are named the Local Authority of the Year 2017.”

He added, “As Ireland’s leading total communications provider, we have made significant investment to expand its technology offering within the public sector. We are committed to supporting local authorities by providing a range of market leading communications to enhance efficiencies across local government operations, consumers and all types of businesses all over the country.”

Ian Talbot, Chief Executive, Chambers Ireland said, “The Excellence in Local Government Awards demonstrate how each year Local Authorities work consistently to deliver services and initiatives that sustain, enhance and support our communities and local economies. Chambers Ireland is honoured to host these awards and recognise the dedication and hard work that takes place at local government level across Ireland. I want to congratulate Monaghan County Council, the 16 category winners, the many shortlisted organisations but also just as importantly, the people who made all these projects and activities happen.”

“Monaghan County Council has shown exceptional leadership through a vision for the future development of the locality and the broader economic region. Monaghan has demonstrated tremendous ambition and capacity for innovation across numerous projects and is recognised for its willingness to share best practice with peers. The drive to continuously improve and deliver better services to citizens makes Monaghan a worthy winner of Local Authority of the Year.”

Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Damien English TD commented about the awards, “These awards are an opportunity for each Local Authority to showcase to the public the hard work being undertaken year on year. It is important to recognise and reward the Local Authority’s work which is making a real impact and delivering tangible benefits for people in our communities. I am very appreciative to Chambers Ireland for the important work they carry out regarding the Excellence in Local Government Awards.”
Cathaoirleach Cathy Bennett accepted the award on behalf of Monaghan County Council and acknowledged the commitment and dedication of all staff in the delivery of services for the people and businesses in County Monaghan.

There were sixteen awards presented on the night plus the overall award for Local Authority of the Year. Individual awards were sponsored by: Lidl, ESB Networks, Healthy Ireland, Fáilte Ireland, AIB, LGiU Ireland, ERP, Waterford Crystal, Zurich, EirGrid, SIRO, Vodafone, Ervia, Shell E&P Ireland and An Post.

‘A SHADOW ON OUR LIVES: ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES’

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MONAGHAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION

‘A SHADOW ON OUR LIVES: ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES’

Professor Trevor Spratt, Professor in Childhood Research, Trinity College Dublin.
Professor Spratt will describe the nature of childhood adversities, the effects on the developing child, how these influence the life course and some ways in which we might identify children and young people early and intervene effectively.’

Westenra Hotel, Monaghan, Wednesday 25th October, 2017,
7.30 – 9.30 pm

This is a free public event hosted by Monaghan Mental Health Association. Everyone welcome

Monaghan County Council and Fermanagh & Omagh District Council are in the process of finalising a Master Plan for the Sliabh Beagh area.

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Sliabh Beagh Area – Have your say

Monaghan County Council and Fermanagh & Omagh District Council are in the process of finalising a Master Plan for the Sliabh Beagh area.
A further public information event will take place in the Sliabh Beagh Hotel, Knockatallon, Co. Monaghan
On Wednesday 27th September from  5.00pm to 7.00pm
And in Coonian/Cooneen Community Hall on Thursday 5th October from 5.00pm to 7.00pm
All are invited to attend.
For More Information see www.monaghan.ie

Glaslough Architectural Conservation Area Statement of Character Public Consultation

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GLASLOUGH VILLAGE
PREPARATION OF ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION AREA STATEMENT OF CHARACTER
PUBLIC CONSULTATION
Tuesday 26th September 2017
at 7:00 p.m.
The Oakland Centre, Glaslough

The Monaghan County Development Plan 2013 – 2019 sets out an objective to protect the built heritage fabric of Glaslough village through the designation of an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and to establish, where appropriate, special planning controls for ACAs if it is considered that all or part of an ACA is of significant importance to the character of the village.
Monaghan County Council has appointed consultants, Lotts Architecture and Urbanism Ltd., to prepare an Architectural Conservation Area Statement of Character for the village of Glaslough. The ACA Statement of Character will identify the village’s unique character, landscape and historic core so that it can be understood and so that further development and evolution of the village can be undertaken in a way that enhances the distinctive qualities of the village.
You are invited to a public consultation event where the consultant will deliver a presentation on Glaslough’s unique architectural character and will invite your contributions in the preparation of the ACA Statement of Character.
Public Consultation: Tuesday 26th September 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Oakland Centre, Glaslough. All welcome.

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