Intent: An approval of the proposal for the Toppins Field development in the South side of the city. It was also hoped to secure a commitment from Council that housing developments would be prioritised and that section 139 would only be invoked in emergency situations.
Details: Lobbying on housing development decisions, and implementation of Mayor's proposed modular housing scheme
Sean Golden presented findings of Employee Housing Survey to full council meeting - MeetingSean Golden sent follow up email with publication attachment to all councillors, TDs and Senators - Email
Intent: Rural schools are a vital piece of education infrastructure in our communities and for many years they have been underfunded by the Dept in favour of larger schools in larger population centres. Such treatment is forcing parents to help pay for the schools to be able to provide basic services to children, going against their constitutional right to a free primary education. Mandate are seeking assurance that measures are implemented to deal with this very important issue for our local community.
11 Aug 2025 - Meeting between Cllr. Dan McSweeney and Mandate. 23 Jul 2025 - Meeting between Cllr. Sammy Locke and Mandate. 11 Aug 2025 - Meeting between Minister Niall Collins TD, and Mandate. All are in support of the matter and committed to raise at next local meeting. - Meeting29 Aug 2025 - Phone call between Cllr. John Sheahan FG and Mandate.20 Aug 2025 - Phone call between Cllr. Phil Bolger FG and Mandate.12 Aug 2025 - Phone call between Cllr. Peter Doyle FG and Mandate.11 Aug 2025 - Phone call between Cllr. Greg Conway FG and Mandate.11 Aug 2025 - Phone call between Cllr. Noreen Stokes FG and Mandate.All are in support of the matter and committed to raise at next local meeting. - Phone call
Intent: The delegation intended to secure €10,000 per annum for a Service contract to run a vehicle to help maintain the vast area of Trail Walks within the Ballyhoura Region. It was noted the need for funding It was also agreed for LCCC to look into what supports may be available to support the work being carried out by the CE Scheme
Details: Met with the Councillors of Kilmallock/Cappamore Limerick CCC to seek a Service Contract similar to Kilmallock's CE Scheme per Annum, delegation asked for €10,000 PA as Lough Gur previously received €46,000