Chief Executive of Galway City Council, Leonard Cleary, and Port of Galway Chairperson, Maurice O’Gorman, this week warmly welcomed the decision of An Coimisiún Pleanála to grant planning permission for the extension of the Port of Galway - marking a once in a generation infrastructure milestone for Galway City and the wider West of Ireland.
Members of Galway City Council this week called on national Government to reexamine the outdated funding model for local authorities, to reduce significant gaps in service delivery and public infrastructure across the Galway Metropolitan Area. The current funding model positions Galway City below every other local authority, urban and rural, in Ireland - despite the city being the largest urban centre in the Northern and Western region, a key driver of economic growth in the region and contributor to national GDP. Members highlighted a critical need for a re-examination of this status, and called for the introduction of a pilot Tourism Levy similar to other European city regions, to address shortfalls.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Galway City Council has made an order closing:
Middle Street: From the junction of Abbeygate Street Lower to the junction of St. Augustine Street.
Galway City Council is introducing a new rent scheme for social housing tenancies, to support enhanced service delivery, maintenance, retrofits and tenancy support.
The 2nd annual Galway Climate Festival 10-14 September (www.GalwayClimateFestival.ie) is inviting everyone—families, artists, businesses, students, and communities across the West of Ireland and beyond—to come together for an inspiring celebration of climate action, creativity, and collective hope.
Minister Announces New “Safe & Sound” Training Initiative for Night-Time Economy Businesses and Workers.
A Night-Time Economy safety initiative called “Safe & Sound” will offer free online training and policy templates to Night-Time Economy businesses and their workers. This program, announced by Minister for Culture, Communications, and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan TD, is designed to make nightlife safer, more inclusive, and more enjoyable for everyone
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Galway City Council proposes to make an order closing:
Middle Street: From the junction of Abbeygate Street Lower to the junction of St. Augustine Street.
Galway City Council today announced the appointment of three new Urban and Community Development Officers to give targeted support to community and voluntary groups in the City. These pioneering roles will support the growth and empowerment of local communities, working closely with residents, community groups and other stakeholders to implement community development initiatives and enhance community cohesion.
Galway City Council is delighted to have received Heritage Council funding for a Vernacular Heritage Survey of Baile an Dúlaigh / Ballindooley, Galway City. The survey will record a wide range of items including buildings, metalwork, literature, folklore references, and placenames and will be used to prepare a Conservation Management Plan of Fahy’s Farm – a vernacular farm complex in the ownership of Galway City Council.
