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Decade of Centenaries Community Grant 2023

Decade of Centenaries Community Grant 2023
The Decade of Centenaries Community Grants Scheme is open for applications.

Application Form, including Guidelines and Criteria

Closing date for applications is Monday 17th April at 4pm.


Waterford Commemorations Programme 2023
1923 continued to be a time of turmoil in Waterford as farm labourers went out on strike and unions throughout the city and county were on strike fighting for better pay and conditions in the new Free State. Efforts were being made to rebuild and to get the economy and infrastructure back up and running.

A general election was held in August 1923 and the first steps were being taken in creating a new nation through membership of the League of Nations. This was a time of change with lots to explore about the Decade of Centenaries. Waterford Commemorations Committee have a programme of films, publications and community projects to support the in-depth exploration of the events of the Decade of Centenaries in Waterford.

 

By Waterford City & County Council

Closing this week : Senior Social Care Worker

Waterford City & County Council invites applications from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for the position of Senior Social Care Worker.

Completed application forms must be emailed to recruitment@waterfordcouncil.ie  clearly stating the position applied for in the subject line no later than 4pm on Thursday, 30th March, 2023. 

Hard Copies will not be accepted.

An official application form must be completed in full by the closing date for the competition.  Please note that amendments to the application will not be accepted after the closing date.

Please send your application from an email address that you will review regularly as communication during the assessment/selection period will only be through that email address.

By Waterford City & County Council

Temporary Road Closure – O’Connell St., Waterford

Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 Roads Act 1993, propose to close the following road to through traffic from 5.00pm Friday to 12 midnight Sunday each week commencing on 31st March, 2023 to 31st December, 2023.

Road to be closed:

  • O’Connell Street, Waterford from its junction at O’Connell Street/
    Thomas Hill to the junction of Sargents Lane/O’Connell Street.

Diversion Routes (one way system):

  • Thomas Hill (L15021-1) from its junction with O’Connell street
    towards its junction with Meeting House Lane.
  • Meeting House Lane (L-15022-1) from its junction with Thomas Hill
    towards its junction with Sargent’s Lane.
  • Sargents Lane (L-15023-1) from its junction with Meeting House Lane
    towards its junction with O’Connell Street.

Objections or submissions may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City and County Council, City Hall, The Mall, Waterford not later than 4pm on 14th March, 2023.

By Waterford City & County Council

An Garrán residents’ association, Tramore runner-up at All-Island IPB Pride of Place awards

An Garrán residents’ association in Tramore named as runner-up at the All-Island IPB Pride of Place awards

The awards celebrate the best in community development, and recognise the efforts of people in making their local neighbourhoods better places to live, work and socialise.

An Garrán residents’ association was nominated by Waterford City and County Council, in the Urban Neighbourhood (Under 3,000) category.

Sponsored by IPB Insurance, the Pride of Place competition was initiated 20 years ago though a Co-operation Ireland programme to acknowledge the invaluable work undertaken by volunteers and those involved in local community development.

It has grown into the largest competition recognising community development achievements on the island of Ireland.

By Waterford City & County Council

Scéim Deontas Pobail Dheich mBliana na gCuimhneachán

Scéim Deontas Pobail
Tá Scéim Deontas Pobail Dheich mBliana na gCuimhneachán oscailte i gcomhair hiarratais.

Sé an Luan, 17 Aibreáin ag 4.00i.n. an dáta deiridh i gcomhair iarratais.

Clár Deich mBliana na gCuimhneachán Phort Láirge 2023
Lean 1923 de bheith ina am suaite i bPort Láirge nuair a chuaigh oibrithe feirme amach ar stailc agus bhí ceardchumainn ar fud na cathrach agus an chontae ar stailc agus iad ag troid ar son pá agus coinníollacha níos fearr sa Saorstát nua. Bhí iarrachtaí á ndéanamh chun an geilleagar agus an bonneagar a atógáil agus a chur i bhfeidhm. Reáchtáladh olltoghchán i mí Lúnasa 1923 agus bhí na chéad chéimeanna á nglacadh chun náisiún nua a chruthú trí bhallraíocht i gConradh na Náisiún.

Ba thráth athraithe é seo le go leor chun iniúchadh a dhéanamh ar Dheich mBliana na gCuimhneachán. Tá clár scannán, foilseachán agus tionscadal pobail ag Coiste Cuimhneacháin Phort Láirge chun tacú le mioniniúchadh a dhéanamh ar imeachtaí Dheich mBliana na gCuimhneachán i bPort Láirge.

By Waterford City & County Council

Recruitment : Clerical Officer

Waterford City & County Council invites applications from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for the position of CLERICAL OFFICER (panel).

The Online Application Form must be submitted no later than 4p.m. on Wednesday, 5th April, 2023. 

Hard Copies will not be accepted.

The official Online Application Form must be completed in full by the closing date for the competition.  Please note that amendments to the application will not be accepted after the closing date.

Please submit your Online Application from an email address that you will review regularly as communication during the assessment/selection period will only be through that email address.

By Waterford City & County Council

National Tree Week Launch

Mayor of Waterford City and County Cllr. John O’Leary took part in a tree planting initiative in Dungarvan to mark National Tree Week 2023

National Tree Week Launch Waterford

National Tree Week is Ireland’s largest annual tree celebration runs from March 19th to 26th March and is dedicated to celebrating and raising awareness of the importance of trees to the environment.

Organised by The Tree Council of Ireland and proudly supported by Coillte, National Tree Week has been running for over 35 years.  This year’s theme is ‘Biodiversity Begins With Trees’highlighting the benefits of trees to our environment and local communities.

The objective of Tree Week is to inspire people to plant and care for trees and to highlight the many benefits trees provide to our environment and local communities.

Over 440 trees and hedging plants have been planted in Dungarvan so far this year, including birch, hazel, holly and ash, as well as numerous fruit bushes and trees.

By Waterford City & County Council

Waterford City and County Council opens Urban Façade Improvement Scheme

Waterford City and County Council is inviting submissions for the Urban Façade Improvement Scheme 2023

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The pilot scheme has been introduced by the Local Authority’s Economic Development Department to assist in improving the presentations of buildings in notable areas of Waterford City Centre, Tramore Town Centre and Dungarvan Town Centre.

Eligible properties will be awarded 50% of the costs of improvement works to upper and lower floors up to a maximum allocation of €2,000.

Michael Quinn, Director of Services for Economic Development, Waterford City and County Council said, “The purpose of the scheme is to give assistance to those with properties situated on main thoroughfares and within notable areas of these three districts, to enhance the façade of the properties and make improvements to building exteriors that will augment the presentation of these areas.

“Through collective participation, the Urban Façade Improvement Scheme has the potential to boost the vibrancy of these urban centres and create a more attractive, inviting environment for residents, visitors, and shoppers to enjoy.

“The grant must be used for the repair and improvement of all or any part of a building that is visible from the street. It can be for something as simple as repairing and cleaning guttering, removing redundant wiring and alarm boxes or painting and cleaning the exterior of the property.

“Overall, the scheme is applicable to residents and businesses in these centres to help improve not just their own building, but also enhance the character of their areas.”

There is limited funding for this scheme so it is recommended that those who wish to participate apply before all funds are allocated. Applicants will require two quotes for the works and permission from the property owner where necessary before they are approved.

For further information or to apply to the Urban Façade Improvement Scheme visit https://waterford.submit.com/show/141

By Waterford City & County Council

Recruitment: Ukrainian Translator/Interpreter

We are hiring an UKRAINIAN TRANSLATOR / INTERPRETER
1-year FIXED TERM POSITION, based in DUNGARVAN

To apply, visit: https://zfrmz.eu/Ygygr5qScsNIHYqpRwS6

Closing date is Thursday, 6th APRIL 2023 at 16:00

By Waterford City & County Council

Draft municipal district of dungarvan/lismore. Control of parking bye-laws 2023

The Dungarvan/Lismore District of Waterford in exercise of the powers conferred on it by Section 131A of the Local Government Acts 1925 to 2014, Section 36 of the Road Traffic Act, 1994, as amended, and by Section 101 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961, as amended, hereby gives notice that it has prepared Draft Municipal District of Dungarvan/Lismore Control of Parking Bye-Laws 2023 for the regulation and control of parking in respect of the area comprising the Dungarvan/Lismore District of Waterford.

The Draft Bye-Laws are available here:

Draft Municipal District of DungarvanLismore (Control of Parking) Bye-Laws 2023

and during normal office hours from Wednesday 22nd March 2023 to Thursday 20th April, 2023, at the Council’s Customer Services Departments in Civic Offices, Dungarvan and Bailey’s New Street, Waterford.

The Council will consider any submissions or observations made in writing regarding the Draft Control of Parking Bye-Laws 2023.  Submissions should be lodged with Aideen Jacob, Administrative Officer, Roads Department, Waterford City & County Council, City Hall, Waterford, or by email to ajacob@waterfordcouncil.ie before 4.00pm on Thursday 4th May, 2023.

 

By Waterford City & County Council

High Astronomical Spring Tides

The OPW has advised that there will be a period of surge on top of very high astronomical Spring Tides that are approaching Highest Astronomical Tide (HAT) in all coastal areas, commencing Tuesday March 21st until Wednesday March 22nd 2023. 

It is expected that HAT levels will be exceeded in many areas around the coast during this period. Storm surge levels are predicted to significantly increase in coastal areas from Tuesday 21st March .

With localised flooding anticipated, Waterford City and County Council will deploy flood barriers in Waterford City and Passage East.

The following car parks are at risk of flooding and as a precautionary measure, will be closed to the public from mid-afternoon today (Tuesday, March 21st) until 0800 tomorrow (Wednesday, March 22nd)

  • Davitt’s Quay
  • The Pond
  • The Lookout
  • Castle Street Carpark

Waterford City and County Council advises the public to stay away from exposed piers, harbours and sea walls as there is a risk of wave over-topping.

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By Waterford City & County Council

Urban Façade Improvement Scheme 2023

A Waterford City and County Council incentive to improve the facades of central urban building.

Waterford City & County Council is extending a support to assist in the improvement of visible facades (upper and lower floors) of buildings in high notable areas of Waterford City, Tramore Town Centre and Dungarvan Town Centre.
This scheme allows for up to 50% of the cost of improvement works (excl. VAT) to the exterior presentation of a building, including upper floors, up to €2,000 (amount decided upon approval). For more information please see full Terms and Conditions.

How it works?

  1. Fill out the application form, submit two quotes for the estimated costs, a description of the planned works and pictures of the property.
  2. If your application is approved you will be notified the amount you have been approved for and a deadline of 6 months to complete the works.
  3. Return the Supplier Set Up Form by post. This form is our way of paying out to you once the works are completed. A hard copy must be sent. You will be sent this when approved.
  4. Once the works are complete, submit your invoices and a picture of the completed works. You will be allowed 50% of the costs of works (excl. VAT) up to the amount you were allocated when approved.
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