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The Household Charge is an annual charge introduced by the Local Government (Household Charge) Act 2011 which is payable by owners of residential property. It is a matter for owners of residential properties to register and pay the Household Charge on or after the 1st of January 2012.
Section 261(A) Planning & Development Acts 2000 –2011 – Further Matters in relation to Control of Quarries. Click on the above link to view public notice in relation to control of quarries .
Notice is hereby given that the Draft Local Authority Budget of Offaly County Council, for the financial year ending on 31st December 2012 has been prepared and will be considered by the Council at the Statutory Annual Budget Meeting to be held in the Council Chamber, Aras an Chontae, Tullamore on Monday 19th December 2011 at 2pm.
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Click on the link above to download the latest Tullamore Tourist Guide 2011/2012.
PUBLIC NOTICE : PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN THE IDENTICATION OF 'BATHING WATERS' UNDER THE BATHING WATERS DIRECTIVE 2006/7 EC OF 15TH FEBRUARY 2006 AND THE BATHING WATER QUALITY REGULATIONS SI 79 OF 2008
The plans and artists impression of the new Tullamore Library are now available to view online
Tullamore.ie being launched today has great potential to develop further. This is a starting block for an interactive site that can be utilised by our community, but also for our community. Tullamore is extremely cognizant of the research and infrastructure analysis that is considered prior to selecting a location for doing business. Whether emerging new businesses or multi-nationals looking for a European base, site location factors are complicated and many, i.e. transportation links, infrastructure, communications technology, access to an educated workforce, growing population etc. Decisions are not taken lightly and agencies like the Enterprise Board, IDA and Enterprise Ireland work with the local authorities to attract new investment in a sustainable manner.
Notice is hereby given that Offaly County Council, Water Services Authority for Birr Town and Environs, make a Proposal to take an increased supply of raw water from the Camcor River at Springfield Bridge, Clonoghill Upper, Birr in accordance with the Water Supplies Act 1942 amended by the Planning and Development Act 2000 - 2010 and the Water Services Act 2007 for the purposes of providing a supply of water to Birr Water Supply Scheme under the Local Government (Sanitary Services) Acts 1878 to 2001 and the Water Services Act 2007.
The Rural Broadband Scheme is designed to make a basic broadband service available to individual premises in rural locations which are not served by existing internet service providers. Details of the scheme can be found by visiting the website of the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources www.dcenr.ie and follow the links for the Rural Broadband Scheme. You can apply on line, by post using the application form on the website or by phone, on 1850 678100. The closing date for applications is
Offaly County Council is about to commence a Countywide Watermain Rehabilitation Project. This project is part of the Water Conservation Scheme for the county and is funded under the National Water Services Investment Programme, 2010-2012. The objective of the Project is to reduce water leakage in the water distribution system, and accordingly reduce Unaccounted For Water (UFW).
County Offaly VEC have just published their new Adult Education Course Brochure for the 2011/2012 academic year.Please click on the link to view a copy of teh brochure.
Offaly County Council are seeking Expressions of Interest for the Lease or Sale of the former Branch Library building, located at John's Place, Birr, County Offaly.Closing date for receipt of completed submissions is 3.00p.m. on Thursday 30th June 2011.
Applications are invited from Community & Voluntary Groups with a social focus in Offaly for grant assistance under the Cathaoirleach’s Community Fund. Closing date is 12 noon on Friday 22nd July
Please click on link for further information and a copy of the Guidelines & Application Form.
The Rural Broadband Scheme has been launched by the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources. This Scheme, which is an EU funded measure under the Rural Development Programme in cooperation with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, is designed to make a basic broadband service available to premises in rural locations which are not served by existing internet service providers.
Offaly Fire and Rescue Service and Bord Na Mona are currently dealing with bog fires in several locations throughout the county. In relation to these incidents Offaly Fire Service wishes to offer the following advise to households and mototists in the county.
Offaly County Council in association with Midlands 103 is running a ‘Viral Video Project’ titled ‘Unique Reasons to Visit Offaly’. This is a competition open to families, groups and individuals of all ages. This is an exciting new initiative aimed at raising the profile of Offaly nationally and internationally through Social Media but also affording our creative community the opportunity to capture their Offaly on film.
It is now possible for dog owners living in County Offaly to purchase Dog Licences on-line. In accordance with the Control of Dogs Act 1986, If you own a dog, you must have a dog licence. It can obtained from your local Post Office or you can now purchase your dog licence online. The licence is valid from one year from date of issue.
Notice is hereby given that the Register of Electors for 2011/2012 was published on the 1st February, 2011 and will come into force on the 15th February, 2011. The Register of Electors is available for inspection at Council Offices, Garda Stations, Post Offices and Libraries or on the Council’s website www.offaly.ie.
Persons not included on the above register may apply for inclusion onto the Supplement to this Register. Supplement application forms will be available at the above offices and website.
Plans are underway to develop a temporary architecture centre in Tullamore that is expected to open for the month of May 2011 following Offaly County Council successfully securing the maximum funding allocation from the Arts Council and Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government
Offaly County Council has adopted a revised Development Contribution Scheme for the County of Offaly (excluding Tullamore and Birr Town Councils) which is effective from 4th October 2010. Click on the news item for more information.
The Local Government (Charges) Act 2009 introduces a 200 Euro 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.
You may be entitled to a Higher Education Grant if you are pursuing a University Degree or Postgraduate Course in 2010/11.
Application forms and full details are available at www.studentfinance.ie
or you may contact Higher Education Grants, Corporate Services Section, Offaly County Council, Áras an Chontae, Charleville Road, Tullamore, telephone 057 93 46886
or email your query to hegrants@offalycoco.ie
The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is 31st August 2010.
Offaly County Council hereby invites property owners to consider leasing their properties to the council under the Social Housing Leasing Initiative. The Council is seeking to lease good quality new and second-hand properties in all areas where there is a housing need.