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Large Goods Collection
Longford County Councils will be holding a joint large goods and hazardous waste collection from 10am to 12 noon at Longford Slashers car park on 11th September and at The Public Car Park Lanesboro 18th September.
New Location For Cash Office
The County Council’s newly established Income Collection Department will open on the 7th September 2010 and operate from the Council’s Camlin Court office. Directional signage will guide customers to the re-located Cash Desk.
Register of Electors 2010
Details of the process of application for a Postal Vote are now available for inclusion on the register of electors. Various categories of persons are eligible to apply for inclusion as outlined. In addition applications are also invited for inclusion on the Draft Register of Electors for 2011/2012.
Renewal of Prospecting Licences
The Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources proposes to grant/renew Prospecting Licences under the Minerals Development Act 1940-1999. Full details of the proposed townlands and accompanying maps are now available for viewing.
Heritage Week 2010
Now in it’s twentieth year, Heritage Week is growing from strength to strength, and will be taking place nationwide from Saturday August 21st to Sunday August 29th inclusive. A wide range of events is taking place during heritage week in Longford this year to celebrate Heritage Week.
Lyme Disease Information
Local Authorities have been asked by the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC), Ireland’s specialist agency for the surveillance of communicable diseases to assist in raising awareness of Lyme Disease amongst the general public. Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi which is spread by the bite of a tick.
Area Meetings
The following dates have been set for the upcomming area meetings for the Granard/Drumlish, Longford and Ballymahon Area Committee meetings.
Water Conservation Notice
Longford County Council wish to advise all water consumers in the Longford Area that due to the current fine spell of weather, we are experiencing difficulty in maintaining water supply & pressure into this area during the day. Longford County Council request that consumers refrain from non-essential use of water for watering gardens, washing cars etc.
Annual Report 2009 Available
The Council’s 2009 Annual Report detailing the activities of the Council during the year is now available in both Irish and English versions. The Annual report records the achievements of this Council and the progress that has been made with regard to achieving the goals that were included in the Corporate plan adopted by Longford County Council in 2004.
Revised Opening Hours of Longford County Council
Longford County Council regret to advise customers that due to reduced staffing resources, the opening hours of Longford County Council will be revised.From Monday, 14th June 2010, the public offices of Longford County Council, excluding Motor Tax, will close to the public during lunchtime, 1.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m.
Transition Year Module on Local Government
Cllr. Peggy Nolan, Mayor of Longford officially launched this new Transition Year resource on Monday last in the Council Chamber. The purpose of this resource is to raise awareness about the place of local government in the democratic system and to educate young people about the roles and responsibilities of the local authority.
Cemetery Support Scheme 2010
Longford County Council has a scheme in operation, up to a maximum of € 450 for each cemetery, to support general maintenance and tidying works in cemeteries in Co. Longford. The purpose of the scheme is to support Community and other Voluntary Groups maintaining and improving cemeteries.
Youth Café Funding Available
Funding of up to €1.5million is available for small scale fit-out, refurbishment works or building enhancement projects to existing Youth Cafes and for the start up of new youth cafes. This measure of funding is being administered by Pobal on behalf of the Office for the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs.
Anti Poverty Strategy and Profile
The development of a Poverty Profile and Local Social Inclusion Strategy is one of the thirteen prioritised key actions emerging from the review of the Longford County Development Board Strategic Plan. The reports are now published.
Lough Forbes Abstraction
Longford County Council proposes to take a supply of water, for the purpose of increasing or extending Longford Central Regional Water Supply Scheme from the River Shannon at Lough Forbes, sufficient for the requirements of the region. The full proposal text is now available for viewing.
Corporate Plan 2010 - 2014
The Corporate Plan is the key strategic business document dealing with the operations of the Council for the five-year life of the elected Council. The Plan is a high level statement of objectives with accompanying strategies. The 2010-2014 version is now available.
New Website for Longford Sports Partnership
Longford Sports Partnership is delighted to announce the launch of its new website. The site provides users with a comprehensive overview of the role and activities of the Partnership, including information on available funding, coach education, events and much more.
Ballymahon Branch Library Refurbishment
Ballymahon Library will be closed from 30th January, 2010 due to major refurbishment works being carried out to the Market House building. During the works a temporary library service will be available every Friday from 12-6pm in the Dean Egan Library ( opposite the Vocational School).
Community, Sports And Arts Facilities Audit
The Community, Sports And Arts Facilities Audit for County Longford is now available. The purpose of this report is to provide an audit of the existing community, sports and arts facilities serving the County of Longford.
Local Authority Budget 2010
The adopted Local Authority Budget for year ending 31-12-2010 for Longford County Council is now available for viewing. To view the budget click to following link
Update on Lead Surveys
Longford County Council staff are currently progressing a lead survey to determine the extent of lead pipes in the distribution network of the water supply. This involves assessing buildings that were built pre 1970, discussions with caretakers etc., to identify areas of lead piping in the network.
Road Closure Kiernans’s Forge to Doherty’s Cross in Killoe
Longford County Council wishes to inform the public of the closure of the R194 from Kiernans’s Forge to Doherty’s Cross in Killoe. This is due to Bridge and Culvert Damage at Esker. This section of road will be completely closed until further notice.
Draft Development Contribution Scheme 2010 to 2014
The original Draft Development Contribution Scheme which was adopted by the Council in March 2004 for the period up to 31 December 2009 is now under review. The Development Contribution Scheme has had a very positive impact on the delivery of infrastructure in Longford since its introduction.
Prohibition of Waste Disposal by Burning
The Waste Management Regulations 2009 make more explicit the offence of disposal of waste by uncontrolled or unregulated burning and specifies the actions which are prohibited.Exemption is provided for certain agricultural practices but only as a last resort and after specified steps are taken.
Non Principal Private Residence Charge Introduced
The Local Government (Charges) Act 2009 introduces a €200 annual charge on non principal private residences, payable by the owner(s) of the NPPR to the Local Authority in whose area the property concerned is located. The charge applies mainly to owners of private rental property and holiday homes. It also applies to vacant residential property unless newly built but unsold.
County Development Plan 2009-2015 Now Online
A copy of the recently adopted Longford County Development Plan 2009-2015 is now available to view via this website.
Traveller Accommodation Programme 2009-2013
Longford County Council is pleased to announce that the Traveller Accommodation Programme 2009-2013 is now available for viewing. The plan was adopted on the 25th of February last.
Enforcement Policy on Illegal Waste Activity.
Enforcement Policy on Illegal Waste Activity. At the February Monthly Meeting of Longford County Council a prolonged discussion took place in relation to the Council’s Enforcement Policy on Illegal Waste Activity. A document that sets out the Council’s policy has recently been compiled.
Farming the Environment
For the last year Longford County Council has been involved in a waste prevention project which is being funded by the Environmental Protection Agency through the Environment Fund. The Local Authority Prevention Demonstration Programme (LAPD) is an important part of the National Waste
Prevention Programme which is supported by the Department of Environment Heritage and Local Government.
Doesn't Look like a Killer Does He?
Lambing Season 2008. In 2008 County Longford again experienced the cruelty of sheep and lambs being attacked by dogs, which were not kept under proper control. The law states that owners must keep their dogs under effectual control at all times or face fines or prosecution. This means that dogs must not be allowed to stray or wander day or night.
New Taking in Charge Policy for Housing Estates
Longford County Council has recently adopted a new policy in relation to the taking in charge policy of private housing developments. The new policy was adopted at the Council meeting of 18 June 2008.
Business Guide to Wise Waste Management
As a result of rising waste management costs, heightened government focus, environmental concerns and corporate social responsibility, efficient and effective waste management has become a high priority for Irish Businesses.The Midlands RegionalWaste Management Plan (2006 - 2010) sets out challenging targets for the commercial sector in terms of reducing, reusing and recycling waste over the next five years.

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