Headed Items
Confirmation and Re-affirmation of Minutes of Meeting of 25th March 2014
Community
Headed Items
Application for Grants
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business (No Business Received)
"That this Area Committee calls on the Manager to commit to funding the provision of a multi-purpose Community Facility for Lucan & Adamstown as soon as possible."
Housing
Questions
"To ask the Manager for a detailed report on options to develop the lands between Droim na Coille and the Ballyowen Lane traveller accommodation; so as to address ongoing problems of dumping, anti-social behaviour and bonfires; and to further request removal of dumped rubbish on these lands to the back of the houses at Droim na Coille Avenue?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business (No Business Received)
Parks
Questions
"To ask the Manager for a further update on the request for taking-in-charge of those opens spaces at Ash Park estate which have been offered by the developer for transfer?"
To ask the Manager for an update on the public consultation process around the proposal to provide 2 Play Spaces in the Lucan EA in 2014?
"To ask the Manager for an updated Report on the taking in charge of the grass verge areas along the entrance road from Griffeen Avenue to Hayden's Park, Tullyhall and Rossberry Estates, Lucan?
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business (No Business Received)
"That this Area Committee requests the Manager to present a report on discussions with Ballyowen Celtic FC relating to proposals relocate containers in Griffeen Valley Park; and further calls on the Manager to carry out thinning and removal of undergrowth to improve passive surveillance of this area, as supported by Lucan Garda Station."
"That this Committee welcomes the Manager's decision to provide a Regional Playground in Lucan Demesne in 2016, as part of the Five Year Play Space Programme, and recommends to the Manager that the Parks Department liaises with Fingal County Council, which has begun a major programme of development in St. Catherine's Park, so that the facilities provided by the Council in Lucan Demesne complement the facilities provided by Fingal County Council in St. Catherine's Park."
"That the playground at Griffeen Park is repaired and maintained in order to ensure the safety and enjoyment of children using the facility."
"That this Area Committee calls on the Manager to replace damaged and worn equipment at Griffeen Valley Park playground; and to generally enhance the attractiveness of the playground."
"That this Committee welcomes the decision of the Minister for Children and her Department to fund the provision of a Playspace Project at Hermitage Park, Lucan, noting that there are many young children living in surrounding estates, including Mount Andrew, Liffey Valley Park, Larkfield, Hermitage Park and Ballyowen Park, and requests the Manager to provide an updated Report on the implementation of this project."
Environment
Questions
To ask the Manager for a report on progress in securing the Kennelsfort Road/Coppice and Wheatfield Road/Oak Court laneways and on the operation of the cleaning rota for all laneways in Palmerstown and to include in his answer what is/will be done about the Graffiti.
"To ask the Manager for a Report on the provision of dedicated bins for disposal of dog waste by responsible dog walkers in the Lucan EA?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That this Committee calls for a review of the policy in relation to dogs in public place, specifically on the provision of signage, litter bins and the enforcement of the relevant bye-laws. And that the possibility of making it obligatory for dog owners to carry their dog licence when out walking their pet be examined and that the matter be referred to the relevant SPC."
"That the Manager will, in consultation with the developer, make provision for more litter bins in Adamstown."
Water & Drainage
Questions
"To ask the Manager where complaints can be directed from the residents of Lucan and Palmerston with regard to the Fluoridation of drinking water in the case that the residents are now expected to pay for the service to Bord Uisce."
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business (No Business Received)
Roads
Questions
"To ask the Manager for a timeline for the completion of footpath and road repairs along Lucan main road?"
"To ask the Manager to report on the results for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians of the changes made to the roads and roundabouts on Griffeen Way?"
"To ask the Manager for a detailed update on the proposed review of the two roundabouts at Griffeen Way?"
"To ask the Manager to report on the signage and speed limits on the City Bound Carriageway of the N4 and R148 and to state if he is satisfied that it is acceptable and accurate. Despite requests (I have had motions and questions before this committee and the Traffic Committee since May 2009) the number of motorists who complain of missed lanes continues, there are reports of near misses due to drivers attempting to switch lanes at the last minute and the numbers doing a uturn at Kennelsfort Road shows no reduction. Additionally, the speed limit of 80 Kh at the slip road to Liffey Valley is still in place despite the fact that it reduces to 60 Kh after the slip road from Liffey Valley. There are no signs warning of weaving traffic either on this piece of road or between the intersection of the M50 (on the R148) and Kennelsfort Road. Both stretches of roadway are treacherous and especially the R148 is an accident waiting to happen, one is the responsibility of the NRA the other of this Council; both need to be addressed and rectifies urgently?"
"To ask the Manager for an update on actions taken or planned to address the dangerous situation that persists on the Newcastle Road west of the shuttle bridge and highlighted by the residents at the recent deputation to this Council?"
"To ask the Manager if he will request the Roads Department to examine the damaged areas of the small service road providing entrance/exit to a small number of houses on the (Old) Lucan Road, Palmerston, on the opposite side of the road and slightly west of Palmerstown House Public House, Palmerston?
"To ask the Manager if, in the context of the Review of the Pay Parking system, he will request the Roads Department to examine the feasibility of providing for on street residential parking on the main road/street in Palmerstown Village, including at Glenside Villas and Red Cow Cottages?"
Headed Items
Inspection of pedestrian bridge in Palmerston
Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads (No Business)
New Works
LANEWAY BETWEEN WHEATFIELD ROAD AND OAKCOURT
Correspondence
Correspondence:
New Post Office in Lucan
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That this Committee condemns the manner in which Dublin Cemeteries are treating the families who have loved ones buried in Palmerstown Cemetery by taking over the Car Park for burial plots, by expecting motorists to drive through and park beside the burial plots and by introducing a charge of two euro per car entering the cemetery. This Committee requests that the Manager write to Dublin Cemeteries expressing our rejection of these arrangements and charges and asking that Dublin Cemeteries meet a delegation of elected members from this Committee to seek a resolution to the problems that have arisen."
"That this Area Committee calls on the National Roads Authority to meet with this Committee to discuss maintenance along the N4, including litter cleansing and the removal of graffiti."
"That the Manager will reconfigure the pedestrian traffic lights in Lucan village at the junction at Courtney's to allow for more 'green time' for pedestrians while vehicular traffic is already stopped."
"That the whole issue of traffic on Kennelsfort Road be examined including the operation of the HGV restriction, noise pollution, safety for cyclists and pedestrians and congestion and that a comprehensive report be brought to the September meeting of this Committee with recommendations."
"That this Area Committee calls on the Manager to provide funding to replace the railings along Grangecastle Road at Moy Glas Lawns/Road with a permanent solid boundary treatment."
"That the Manager will address the footpaths in Ardeevin where disrepair is evident particularly in areas where works were carried out for water meters."
"This Committee requests that the Manager responsible re-examine the junction on Kennelsfort Road leading to Palmerstown Cemetery and bring a report to the next meeting of this Committee on what action can be taken to alleviate traffic congestion especially when funerals take place (practically daily) at Christmas, Mothers Day, pattern day, etc. A serious situation can arise if their was a need for emergency services to gain entry at these times. The situation has now become deplorable due to the actions of Dublin Cemeteries."
Development
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business (No Business Received)
Planning
Questions
"To ask the Manager to clearly outline the owners of the title to the lands at Adamstown where the School/Community Sports Hall is to be located and to give details of the Council's understanding of the contractual obligation between the Department of Education and Skills and the developer?"
"To ask the Manager for an update on any response from Mr. Paul McCann of Grant Thornton to the request to replace the unsightly boundary fencing between Dodsboro Cottages/Tandys Lane and the unfinished development land south of The Paddocks?"
"To ask the Manager to seek an urgent further update/response from the National Transport Authority to the appraisal of proposed walking/cycling project at the esker between Moy Glas & Castle Riada estates as per the previous Part 8 decision by the Elected Members?"
"To ask the Manager if, noting Motion No. 7 at the February LAC meeting, the Council has received any correspondence re the Sports Hall at Adamstown Community College from the Department of Education and Skills, the DDL LETB and Castlethorn, or if otherwise the Manager is aware on any recent progress towards the building of the Sports Hall?"
Headed Items
Planning Files
A. Large Applications Under Consideration (No business)
B. Files Requested by Members (No business)
Part 8 Bewley Grove, St. Andrews, Fairways & Willsbrook
Parking difficulties in Adamstown at school times.
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"To ask the Manager for a report on the situation where a filling station replaces a prepared sandwich service with a full Subway Takeway. Does it require Planning permission and what options are open to this Council to insist that the prescients of such a premises are kept litter free?"
"That this Committee, noting correspondence re. Kishogue Station under Headed Item Cor (1) at the January 2014 meeting of the Lucan AC, particularly the letter C1)(b)(iii) from David Franks of Irish Rail, requests the Manager to write to Irish Rail and the National Transport Authority, urging both organizations to seek an allocation of finance in the 2015 Budget, to complete works and open Kishogue Station in 2015, and that the Manager makes a case for the opening on the station based on the existing population in the area, the opening in September 2014 of Kishogue Community College, the fact that many students of Adamstown Community College live close to Kishogue Station and the upward trends in economic activity and residents gaining employment."
"That this Area Committee calls on the Manager to engage in a comprehensive pre-consultation process with residents in the Griffeen & Foxborough areas prior to any work commencing on preparation of a replacement for the Clonburris Local Area Plan; and further requests the Manager, in the short-term, to examine traffic and sustainable transport measures, which may be achieved through use of part of these lands, such as those proposed in my motion which was discussed at the March meeting of the Committee (under Roads business)."
"That the Manager will give every support to the Board of Management of St. Andrew's school with regard to delays encountered due to moving of overhead power lines on the site of the new school."
Corporate
Questions
"To ask the Manager for the most up to date situation with Kishogue Railway Station and whether any revised future date has been indicated for the completion and opening?"
"To ask the Manager for a report on the usage of fixyourstreet in the Lucan and Palmerston area?"
"To ask the Manager to write to the Minister for Education & Skills and the National Council for Special Education asking that they conduct a review of the provision of special education units in second-level schools in the Lucan area, noting the provision (or planned provision) of a number of such units in primary schools in the Lucan area but the lack of corresponding provision at second-level?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"That the Manager will outline efforts to date to raise awareness of entitlement of noncitizens within Lucan and Palmerston to vote in the upcoming elections. Further that the Manager will report on general efforts to raise awareness of voter registration and entitlement to vote."
"That this Committee notes the serious concerns expressed by many parents of current and prospective students of Lucan Community College about the inordinate delay in progressing the School Extension Building Project, and requests the Manger to write to the Minister for Education and Skills conveying the sentiments of the Lucan Area Committee, that the delays in progressing the project to the Planning Application Stage and thence to construction is unacceptable, and requesting the Minister to confirm that the process will be speeded up."
Libraries
Headed Items
Library News & Events
NEW WORKS (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business (No Business Received)