My first motion at this months (20th Nov) MD meeting; “That the council write to the Chief Superintendent on behalf of the municipal district members asking for consideration of a dedicated Community Policing Unit and a dedicated Drugs Unit for Newbridge given the current restructuring of An Garda Síochána divisions and the opportunity this offers.
Report issued by: Ms K Keane, Meetings Administrator : This is a matter for the members to agree on.
My second question at this months (20th Nov) MD meeting; “Can the council provide a detailed progress report and schedule for engagement with residents and business owners in and around Athgarvan following the award of funding from the Town and Village Renewal Scheme in Oct 2018 and the subsequent engagement of a Health Check consultant in August 2018?
Here is the report issued by: Ms M Hunt, Senior Executive Officer, Economic Community and Cultural Development : Brady Shipman Martin have been engaged (this appointment took place in 2019 rather than 2018) to carry out a healthcheck/ urban design analysis of Athgarvan and develop an associated Town Renewal Plan. Once desktop research and surveys have been completed, public consultation workshops will commence. The members will be advised in advance of the commencement of the public consultation.
My first question at this months (20th Nov) MD meeting; “Can the council provide a progress report on the assessment and implementation of public lighting projects in the municipal district outlining; their current status on the Kildare Lighting Infrastructure Programme, where funding is likely to come from, and how many have been submitted for consideration in budget 2020?”
Here is the report issued by: Ms E Wright, Senior Executive Officer, Roads, Transportation and Public Safety Section: A Kildare Lighting Priority Scheme (KLIPS) report was issued to all members in October 2019 detailing all new lighting installations which have been progressed in 2018/19 in the county. The report also include details of requests that are awaiting assessment and identifies requests where public lighting will not be installed. Public Lighting installations are funded directly from the Public Lighting budget, however, if members wished to provide additional funding from LPT to progress a specific project, this can be discussed and accommodated. The identified project would have to be either an upgrade of existing infrastructure or a project approved under KLIPS criteria.
Public Lighting is currently working to complete the projects funded in 2018/19 and has not assessed any projects for 2020.
Ragwort (Senecio Jacobea) is also known as ragweed, buachalán and buachalán buidhe. It is a common weed of Irish pastures and thrives on a wide range of soils, but competes best on lighter free draining soils where fertility is reasonably high and grazing not intensive. Full report in link below;
County Kildare LEADER Partnership is currently accepting applications for the Small Capital Grant Scheme for Social Enterprises 2019.
Who can apply?
The grant is open to applications from enterprises whose objective is to achieve a social, societal or environmental impact, rather than maximising profit for its owners or shareholders. This fund is open to all social enterprises, however priority will be given to smaller and start up organisations that have not received previous funding of this nature.
How much can we apply for?
The scheme, which is funded by the Dormant Accounts Fund, will provide grants of between €2,000 and €15,000
What can the grant be used for?
Equipment, repairs or refurbishments which will enable social enterprises to improve their service delivery.
When is the closing date?
Soon! Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 3pm on Mon 11th November.
If you are interested please contact Mary Minogue, marym@countykildarelp.ie or Mick Osborne mick@countykildarelp.ie or telephone 045 895450 with any queries.
Social Enterprise Grants Application Form 2019 1 (2)
Social Enterprise Fund Small Grants Guidelines_for_applicants 1 (1)
My second question at yesterday’s (16th October) MD meeting, ‘Can the council provide an update on the redress scheme for the residents of Millfield Estate, Newbridge?
Report issued by: Ms K Keane, Administrative Officer, Members Services : ‘Kildare County Council has no remit or role in a redress scheme for the residents of the Millfield Estate in Newbridge. As confirmed previously, this is a private housing estate.
My first question at yesterday’s (16th October) MD meeting; ‘Can the council provide a timeline for the installation of ramps in The Oaks in Newbridge?
Report issued by Ms E Wright, Senior Executive Officer, Roads Section: ‘Traffic calming measures for The Oaks are included in the 2019 LPT budget and it is proposed that works will be completed by the year end.’
My second motion at yesterday’s (16th October) MD meeting; ‘That the council provides details of the application for the second bridge for Newbridge.
Report issued by Ms E Wright, Senior Executive Officer, Roads Section : ‘Kildare County Council was unsuccessful in securing funding of €11.3million from the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund for the Newbridge Southern Relief Road and Second Liffey Crossing. The proposed scheme involves the construction of a one-kilometre road, including a new bridge crossing of the River Liffey, which will link Great Connell Road and the Athgarvan Road in Newbridge. The project aims to:
My first motion at yesterday’s (16th October) MD meeting; ‘That the council considers introducing a cycle lane from the Industrial estate on the outskirts of Kilcullen into Kilcullen town.’
Report issued by Ms E Wright, Senior Executive Officer, Roads Section : This would require examination by TAAG in consultation with the Municipal District engineer.
My adjourned motion at Septembers MD meeting; ‘That the council provide an update on the progress of the €2million redevelopment of the Riverbank Arts Centre, announced in 2017 as part of the Creative Ireland programme funding provided under Department of Arts and Culture Capital Scheme 2016-2018.
Report issued by: Ms S Kavanagh, Director of Service, Economic, Community and Cultural Development Department: The Riverbank Venue Manager has advised that they are ready to tender for a design team for the project. I understand that the Venue Manager has also invited the Municipal District members to the Riverbank for a full update on the programme and the future plans for expansion.