Shannon.ie - Town Council Meeting Minutes March 2008

Mr. Gerard Dollard – Town Manager and Tomás Mac Cormaic - Town Clerk. Prior to the March meeting, at the invitation of the Council, a presentation was given by Laura Ward and Nick McMahon from Clare Accessible Transport on how the Scheme works. This presentation was scheduled for 6.00 p.m. but because of the late attendance of the majority of the members the presentation did not commence until 6.20 p.m leaving no time for discussion on the presentation

Proposed by Cllr. Flynn, seconded by Cllr. McMahon and resolved; “that the minutes of a meeting with representatives of Skycourt held in the Shannon Town Hall at 6.00 p.m. on Monday February 4th 2008, having been circulated, be adopted and signed by the Meara Bhaile”

Proposed by Cllr. Duff, seconded by Cllr. Flynn and resolved; “that the minutes of the February meeting of the Shannon Town Council held in the Shannon Town Hall at 6.30 p.m. on Tuesday February 5th, having been circulated, be adopted and signed by the Meara Bhaile.”2/3/08 Minutes of February Meeting

A report from the Seminar held in Carrygerry House on Tuesday February 19th 2008 which had been circulated was noted

The Meara Bhaile read a report on matters relevant to Shannon Town discussed at the meeting, which included the effectiveness of ESB maintenance and reporting system and the Arts Centre. All this information is available on the website

Cllr. Flynn reported on a public meeting held in the Oakwood Arms Hotel to consider methods of encouraging passengers through Shannon Airport to spend some time enjoying the attractions of the immediate Shannon Area. Cllr.Duff reported on plans for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Assembly would commence at 1 p.m. in the G.A.A. Car Park, the Parade would start at 2 p.m. Paddy Halton has agreed to be the Grand Marshal and Joe Walsh has agreed to be M.C. for the day.(1) (2)

Proposed by Cllr. McMahon, seconded by Cllr. Flynn and resolved; “that Clare County Council explain why there is a significant drop in water pressure in areas such as Finian Park, Pinewood, Dernish Lawn, Tullyglass Crescent and that this problem be addressed.”

Proposed by Cllr.. Flynn, seconded by Cllr. Mulcahy and resolved; “that Shannon Town Council request Clare County Council to resurface the Black Tarmacadam Footpath in Drumgeely”

Proposed by Cllr. McCarthy, seconded by Cllr. Lambert and resolved; “that Shannon Town Council seek to have the Farmers Market recommenced in Drumgeely as a priority.”

Proposed by Cllr. McCarthy “that an update be provided on the implementation of the Bye-Laws on drinking in public places with specific reference to the number of fines issued” and Proposed by Cllr. McLoughlin “that Shannon Town Council seek a meeting with Senior Gardai to discuss anti-social behaviour and other matters.” The Meara Bhaile suggested that both of these motions be taken as one. Cll. McCarthy agreed to this and the composite motion was seconded by Cllr. Lambert and resolved.”

Proposed by Cllr. McLoughlin, seconded by Cllr. Mcmahon and resolved; “that Shannon Town Council write to Máire Hoctor, T. D., the Minister of State for Older People to ask her to consider a Play Ground for Senior Citizens in Shannon as one for her pilot project.” 12/03/08Importation of Illegal Drugs on the West Coast of Ireland. Proposed by Cllr. McMahon, seconded by Cllr. Lambert and resolved; “that Shannon Town Council request the Department of Justice to outline the measures in place to counteract the possible importation of illegal drugs on the West Coast of Ireland.” 13/03/08 Sensors to indicate leakages of fuel from Vehicles. Proposed by Cllr. Hillery, seconded by Cllr. McCarthy and resolved; “that Shannon Town Council request the Ministers for the Environment and Transport to make it mandatory that all vehicles with a fuel capacity of 100 litres or more have sensors, indicating leaks or spillages, attached to fuel tanks.” Signed: Dated : March. 6th 2008 Town Clerk

Proposed by Cllr. McMahon, seconded by Cllr. Lambert and resolved; “that Shannon Town Council request the Department of Justice to outline the measures in place to counteract the possible importation of illegal drugs on the West Coast of Ireland.”

Proposed by Cllr. Hillery, seconded by Cllr. McCarthy and resolved; “that Shannon Town Council request the Ministers for the Environment and Transport to make it mandatory that all vehicles with a fuel capacity of 100 litres or more have sensors, indicating leaks or spillages, attached to fuel tanks.”

Signed: Dated : March. 6th 2008 Town Clerk