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Response by Waterford Council to National Integrity Index 2018

Response by Waterford City and County Council
to the National Integrity Index 2018
published by Transparency International Ireland

Waterford City and County Council welcome the scorecard and see it as a good tool for measurement of transparency. We are disappointed with the score of 30%. As a matter of fact, independently of Transparency International Ireland we have put in place measures to improve how we operate. If audited today, we would score 53% which would bring us into the top 10 Local Authorities.

Transparency International Ireland now gives us a framework to improve our transparency year on year.  Progress will be reviewed regularly. We would welcome a more iterative approach with Transparency Ireland in the future.

Statement by:

Fearghal Reidy to WLR news
Director of Services
Corporate, Culture, HR & IS

By Waterford City & County Council

Smart Lighting Grant from SEAI

The Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland (SEAI) is now accepting applications from businesses for €3 million in government-funded smart lighting grants.

The grant will cover approximately one third of the cost of energy efficient lighting upgrades helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) save up to 90% on their lighting costs. These smart lighting upgrades will typically pay for themselves in two to three years.

The grant is open to all SMEs sectors including retail, hospitality, tourism, private education, health facilities, and manufacturing. Apply via the SEAI’s website: https://www.seai.ie

By Waterford City & County Council

Successful Household Hazardous Waste Free Drop Off Event

A very successful Household Hazardous Waste Free Drop Off Event took place on Saturday 5th May at Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site.

A total of 6,620 kg of hazardous waste was collected on the day.

Information packs were given to all attendees which detailed alternative greener cleaning products to use around the house and gave information on how to reduce dependency on chemicals when gardening. Thanks to all householders who supported the event.

By Waterford City & County Council

Food Waste Prevention Schools Competition

Wexford County Council and Waterford City and County Council made a short video to explain about food waste.

Please note that the data collected on this form will be shared between Wexford County Council and Waterford City & County Council for the purpose of this competition including any publicity relating to the competition. It will not be used for any other purpose, and will be deleted within 2 months of the end of the competition.

By Waterford City & County Council

Behind Closed Doors

This year Waterford City and County Council in association with the Waterford Festival of Architecture are running an event called “Behind Closed Doors”.

The aim of this event is to celebrate Waterford’s City rich and varied architecture and it is a great opportunity to visit properties not normally open to the public. The event is taking place at several locations thorough the city on Thursday, Friday and Saturday 17th, 18th and 19th of May.

All tours are free and begin outside the buildings unless otherwise indicated.  Tours indicated with * need to be booked at rryall@waterfordcouncil.ie

More details can be found on Waterford Festival of Architecture’s Facebook page

  • Thursday 17th of May
    12 pm and 2 pm Waterford Distillery* (tour)
  • Friday 18th of May
    11 am Tour of the New Fire station with Niall Curtin Chief Fire Officer * (tour)
  • Saturday 19th of May
    10.am – 10.50 am 4, 5 Cathedral Square with Orla Scully archaeologist * (tour)
    11am – 12.15 Tour of O Connell Street with Fintan Duffy DHB architects starting outside the Port of Waterford building and then visiting the Old Presbytery, Old Savings Bank, La Boheme, Port Authority.
    12.30 – 12.50 pm 18 Lady Lane * (tour) to see an example of the finest surviving rococo-style decorative plasterwork in Waterford
    2.15pm – 3 .15 pm Masonic Lodge* (tour)
    3.30 pm – 4.30 pm Guided tour of the Anglo Norman walls with Des Griffin starting at St Johns Bridge

 

By Waterford City & County Council

Master Composter Training Course

Waterford Council, in conjunction with the EPA invite you to join us at Clodaigh House, Portlaw, Co.Waterford for a packed training programme to teach people how to reduce food waste and compost at home or within the community.

Training consists of four evening sessions and one Saturday hands-on workshop where participants will help build a composting demonstration site.

Gain the knowledge required to reduce food waste and save money. Learn how to compost both garden materials and wasted food using a variety of different composting systems.
The training is offered free of charge, but volunteers are expected to contribute outreach time afterward to spread the word and motivate others. This is a unique opportunity for any community group!

By Waterford City & County Council

Temporary Closure of Dungarvan Archives

The Archives in Dungarvan will be closed on Friday 18th May but will be open on Friday 25th 1-5. Please contact the Archivist at archivist@waterfordcouncil.ie or 0761102144 with any queries.

Beidh an Chartlann i nDún Garbhán dúnta ar an Aoine 18 Mí Bealtaine ach beidh an Chartlann ar oscailt ar an Aoine 25 Mí Bealtaine óna 1-5 i.n.  Gabh mo leithscéal as aon mhíchaoithiúlacht. Má tá aon cheisteanna, déan teagmháil leis an gCartlannaí ar archivist@waterfordcouncil.ie nó 0761102144.

By Waterford City & County Council

Waterford Council’s Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund 2018

Do you have a project or idea that could increase awareness of environmental issues in your local community or could help your community to become more sustainable?

If so, you may qualify for funding from the Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Fund 2018. This fund promotes sustainable development by assisting small scale, non-profit environmental projects at local level.

Does your project qualify?
Projects should focus on environmental awareness and actions which complement national environmental policies such as those on waste, biodiversity, water conservation and climate change. A wide variety of projects have been supported in previous years, such as community gardens, compost schemes, rainwater harvesting, biodiversity projects, educational initiatives, etc. You can view lists of previously funded projects at http://dccae.gov.ie/en/environment/topics/environmental-protection-and-awareness/local-agenda-21-partnership-fund/

How to apply: applications must be made to the Environment Section, Waterford City and County Council no later than 5pm on 20th June 2018.

Further information and application forms are available online at www.dccae.gov.ie or www.waterfordcouncil.ie (below)  or by contacting the Environment Section of Waterford City and County Council at 0761 102020.

By Waterford City & County Council

Women’s Creative Cafe

Women’s Creative Cafe in the Copper Coast Visitor Centre  in Bonmahon

Hosted by the Women’s Creative Arts Circle, the Women’s Creative Cafe promises to be an evening of inspiration, connection and new beginnings. Join with a panel of rural women speakers and performers from different arts backgrounds including writers, visual artists, musicians, dance practitioners and theatre/film makers. Explore together, the creative powers of women!

In a lively cafe atmosphere meet other creative ​rural ​women, enjoy some relaxed chat, friendship and food.

Let’s reach out, create and connect! Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine.

This event is supported by Waterford Arts Office and is part of the Copper Coast Geopark Festival

Your 5 Euro entrance ticket includes complimentary tea, coffee and finger food. Wine also available to buy on the night.

By Waterford City & County Council

Town and Village Renewal Scheme

 

2018 TOWN & VILLAGE

RENEWAL SCHEME

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Waterford City & County Council will administer the 2018 Town & Village Renewal Scheme funded by the Department of Rural & Community Development.

 

The Town and Village Renewal Scheme is a key part of the Action Plan for Rural Development – Realising our Rural Potential and the recently announced Project Ireland 2040 and is designed to help rural Ireland achieve its full economic and social potential.  The focus of the Town & Village Renewal Scheme is on improving the economic development of rural towns and villages and making them more attractive places to live and work and increase their tourism potential.

 

Waterford City & County Council now seeks expressions of interest from towns and villages for funding of suitable projects under this initiative. Expression of interest forms and details of the Scheme outline can be obtained by e-mailing townvillagerenewal@waterfordcouncil.ie  and completed expression of interest forms are to be returned before 5.00pm, Wednesday 23rd May 2018.

 

All applications will be subject to a selection process using National Criteria.  Selected expression of interest applications will be developed into detailed bids for consideration for the 2018 Town & Village Renewal Scheme.

By Waterford City & County Council

For the Attention of Social Housing List applicants only

The Housing Section of Waterford City & County Council will shortly carry out a Housing Needs Assessment in accordance with Social Housing Assessment (Summary) Regulations, 2016.

  1. What is a Housing Needs Assessment?
    The Housing Needs Assessment is a review of all approved applicants for social housing supports who are currently on the social housing list with Waterford Council. The information provided by each approved applicant will be re-assessed under the Social Housing Assessment Regulations 2016 taking into account the applicant’s eligibility and need.
  2. How will the Local Authority contact approved applicants?
    Waterford City & County Council will write to each approved applicant on its social housing list using the current address provided by the applicant. (If you have moved address please contact the Housing Section on 0761 10 21 22 to update your address details.)
  3. What will you have to do?
    Each approved applicant will be asked to complete a form and provide documentary evidence of any changes to circumstances.

Customer Option 1:

  • Online form using Licences.ie – we are promoting this as a new initiative
  • Log in to licences.ie – Details of access to licences.ie are provided with the form.

Customer Option 2:  As the online version is a new pilot, we are still allowing applications in the traditional manner.

  • i.e. Complete a paper form and submit at Customer Service Desk, Baileys New Street, Waterford or Civic Offices, Dungarvan or via Post.

It is critical that correct supporting documents are included, if required.

  1. What will happen if I do not return the information requested?
    If you fail to return this information within the specified time period, your application for social housing will be terminated and therefore you will not be considered for future offers of social housing support.
  2. What about HAP RAS and leasing tenants?
    HAP, RAS and leasing tenants will not be contacted for the purposes of this exercise, but their housing applications will remain open and approved.

Ivan Grimes, Director of Services.

By Waterford City & County Council

Waterford Householders encouraged to dispose of Hazardous Waste safely and for free

Waterford City & County Council is encouraging householders across the county to avail of its Free Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day on Saturday, May 5, 2018.

From 9am to 4pm on this day only, certain hazardous wastes found around the home can be disposed of free of charge at Dungarvan Civic Amenity Centre, Ballinamuck Middle, Dungarvan. A full list of items accepted is available on www.waterfordcouncil.ie

Many everyday household items, fluids and containers are considered hazardous to both the environment and human health if not stored and disposed of correctly.

Pauline McDonogh, Southern Regional Waste Management Office explained that even common household items such as cooking oil and detergents can be considered hazardous if not treated with proper care and consideration.

“Waste is classified as being hazardous when it displays one or more of the hazardous properties listed in the Waste Management Act. These relevant properties are explosive, oxidizing, flammable, irritant, harmful, toxic, or carcinogenic.”

“People are surprised to learn how many common items around the home fit this criteria, for example mixed fuels, batteries – car and household, medicinal waste, pesticides, herbicides, paints and varnishes. Household detergents, anti freeze, oil filters, adhesives and aerosols should also be considered as hazardous and treated accordingly,” she advised.

“The careless disposal of hazardous household waste has the potential to cause physical injury to waste disposal workers and contaminate septic tanks or our wastewater systems if poured down sinks, toilets or drains.”

Ella Ryan, Environment Awareness Officer Environment Department, Waterford City & County Council stated that, “This event is an opportunity for people to rid their homes of such waste safely and for free. Hazardous waste accepted on the day is listed on our website www.waterfordcouncil.ie. It is also an opportunity for us all to consider replacing these items, where possible, with environmentally friendly, natural products.

“Ideas and recipes on how to create household cleaners from common non-hazardous ingredients will be available on the day or by contacting me on 0761 10 2938 or emailing eryan@waterfordcouncil.ie.”

This one day event is funded by the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment and supported by Southern Regional Waste Management Office.  The event is open only to householders and all items must be in original packaging and labelled.

Ends

Contact:  Ella Ryan, Environment Awareness Officer 0761 10 2938

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