Waterford City & County Council

North Quays Public Infrastructure Project Update: The permanent river works for the sustainable transport bridge are now reaching completion. The construction cofferdams are now being cut back, revealing the concrete piers and abutments above the waterline. Temporary bridge supports are being installed in the water which will assist with the installation of the bridge deck, and a permanent bridge protection system also needs to be installed in the water to protect the bridge piers from potential future collisions from river vessels. The steel deck superstructure for the sustainable transport bridge is being fabricated and fitted out at Victor Buyck Steel Construction’s production plant in Ghent, Belgium. This process also involves global supply chains for the precision engineering of mechanical components that will control the lifting and closing of the opening spans of the bridge. The fabrication of the deck sections has now been completed, shot blasted and painted and the various mechanical components have been delivered from across the globe for final fit out in Ghent over the coming months. Five new access bridges will provide multi-modal access over the existing rail and new greenway corridors providing connectivity between the Ferrybank area, the Greenway corridor, Public Transport Hub, Sustainable Transport Bridge, the North Quays Strategic Development Zone (SDZ) development and the City Centre. The construction of the Transport Hub has reached roof level and the internal ticketing areas, offices, conveniences and public concourse at first floor level are being progressed. Works to the platforms and rail track are continuing and the internal building fit out and external public entrance plaza at Dock Road will commence in the coming months. Ground works have also commenced on the new pedestrian access bridge to the west of the Transport Hub. With Fountain Street roadworks nearing completion, the new realigned Abbey Road is taking shape with access to a new dedicated school access lane and set down area for Our Lady of Good Counsel National School. New entrance walls and gates are currently being constructed with a new staff parking area and play courts also being provided. The construction of a new railway flood defence system will commence in Q4 of 2024. View the progress on the North Quays at https://lnkd.in/eMrvDunk

Thank you to Amy Orr for an informative and empowering workshop on how to Navigate Periods with Confidence at our library. Waterford City and County Library Service #Waterford

Looking for local history information for yourself or school see https://lnkd.in/ePDVJmks where you will find books, journals, videos, photos and more. You can also find full text volumns such as A Glimpse of Other Days by Andy Taylor on the history of #Tramore Waterford City and County Library Service #Waterford

🌟 Free Energy Advice Clinics Across the Southeast in October! 🌟 Got questions about making your home more energy efficient? 🔋🏠 Join us for a one-on-one chat with an energy expert at our upcoming Energy Advice Clinics! 📅 Dates Kilkenny: Mayfair Library Kilkenny, 17th October @ 5:30pm to 7:30pm Carlow: Carlow Town Library, 18th October @ 12pm to 2pm Wexford: Gorey Library, 23rd October @ 11am to 1pm Waterford: Tramore Library, 29th October @ 2pm to 4pm ⏰ Six 15-minute slots available – Pre-registration is required at each library. This is your chance to get personalized advice on home energy efficiency or upgrades! Whether you’re curious about insulation, heating systems, or reducing your energy bills, we’re here to help. 💡 Register today at your library! Spots are limited, so act fast! 🚀 Discover home energy advice and grant information for free at https://lnkd.in/eB_QCiFj Kilkenny County Council Waterford City & County Council Carlow County Council #WexfordCountyCouncil #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #CommunityEnergyHub #EnergySaving #CommunitySupport

Remarc is a multidisciplinary research project that seeks to identify pathways towards higher rates of septic tank remediation to safeguard the environment and public health. If you live in a house in County Waterford with a private domestic wastewater treatment system please participate in their anonymous national household survey. It takes 10-15 minutes to complete and can be accessed via the following link https://lnkd.in/eX6Dxh3x The online survey aims to investigate current household practices, awareness levels and opinions concerning Domestic wastewater treatment systems management. Participation will contribute towards development of future policies and supports for Irish system users.

#HaveYourSay on the proposed development work at No’s 3 and 4 Great George’s Street, Waterford City. The development will consist of two primary work packages: - Refurbishment and Change-of-Use, of No’s 3 and 4 Great George’s Street - Access improvements to car parking at the rear of No’s 3 and 4 Great George’s Street For more information and to make a submission, please visit: https://lnkd.in/ebqb55D6

Three #Waterford projects on the "Excellence in Local Government 2024 Awards" shortlist: • "Connecting Communities" – A Healthy Communities Project • The Irish Wake Museum • Reviving urban living by reducing property vacancy & dereliction in #Waterford https://lnkd.in/dNBUiybN

Consultation for Waterford City and County Council Corporate Plan 2024–2029 is now open for submissions. Waterford City and County Council is currently preparing its five-year Corporate Plan 2024–2029. This plan will be the Council’s strategic framework for action over the next five years and outlines our vision, mission, and core values that will guide our operations and service delivery. We would like to hear your thoughts on what you think should be the focus of Waterford City and County Council over the next five years. You can submit your views at https://lnkd.in/eNRs3FRt Closing date for submissions is 5pm, Friday, October 11th 2024

Fire Safety in the Home Do a Fire Safety check before retiring for the night. Close all doors at night. “CLOSE BEFORE YOU DOZE” CANDLES – make sure there are secure in a non-combustible candle holder – don’t place them near combustible materials, such as furniture or curtains – don’t leave a lighting candle unattended. Do you have an escape plan? Plan at least 2 ways to get out in case one is blocked by fire. #24FSW #STOPfire

Chimneys and Stoves It’s getting wintry out, have you swept your chimney this year? Installation of stoves must be done by a competent installer. Ensure stoves, boilers and flues are serviced regularly by a competent engineer. Before going to bed, make sure open fires and stoves have burned down. Use a spark guard in front of an open fire. In the case of a chimney fire (loud roaring noise), get out and get the Fire Brigade out! #24FSW #STOPfire