The Department of Transport provides funding nationally towards this scheme to encourage local communities to get involved in the restoration and maintenance of local public roads and footpaths. Local authorities do not have the funds to carry out desirable maintenance works to all roads in their charge. The purpose of this initiative is to maximise the resources available for local road maintenance and is subject to a local community contribution of a minimum of 15% of the works costs.

 

Westmeath County Council invites expressions of interest from local communities who are interested in availing of this scheme.

 

Schemes will be assessed for inclusion in a programme of works for completion during 2023/2024, subject to the provision of funding and scheme conditions.

 

Further Information:

Prior to applying it is advised to contact your local Municipal District Office to discuss eligibility and suitability of proposed schemes.

Mullingar Kinnegad Municipal District Tel: 044 933 2000

Athlone Moate Municipal District Tel: 090 644 2100

 

The application form including further information and terms and conditions for this scheme may be downloaded from our website at http://www.westmeathcoco.ie/.../applicationsandpermits/

 

The closing date for receipt of applications is 31 August 2023.

 

Completed forms should be returned by post to:

Transportation Section,

Áras an Chontae,

County Buildings,

Mullingar,

Co. Westmeath

N91 FH4N

 

 

you may send by email to: roads@westmeathcoco.ie with the subject title "Community Involvement Scheme Application".

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