Headed Items
Confirmation and re-affirmation of Minutes of Tuesday 10th February 2015
Housing
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive what consideration has been given to the construction of social housing in the Templeogue-Terenure local electoral area, or to other methods of social housing provision in that LEA, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Chief Executive for an updated timeframe for the delivery of the Villages Initiative for the area under the remit of this Committee, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Chief Executive what the up to date position is with Rosebank Cottage in Rathfarnham. What stage are negotiations with the landlord?"
Headed Items
The Housing Procurement & Allocations Report
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"That the Chief Executive present to this meeting how Rathfarnham Village will benefit from the €7m Village Initiative programme as announced on the 16th of February 2015."
Community
Headed Items
Application for Community Grants (No Business)
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Planning
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive can a progress report be given to the Councillors on the progress of the Dodder cycleway project?"
"To ask the Chief Executive that given concerns surrounding the development of Dickie Rocks field, please advise on the current status of the development plan for the area, with particular attention paid to the timeline for construction of the local facilities promised at the outset of the developments?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to please outline the restrictions on making additions to mobile phone masts and outline what reviews are taken to ensure that no additions are made to masts outside of the conditions imposed - with particular emphasis on that directly beside Scoil Mhuire in Whitechurch?"
"To ask the Chief Executive what the position is regarding Minks in the Dodder and Glin Rivers in Rathfarnham?"
Headed Items
Planning Files
A. Large Applications Under Consideration
B. Files Requested by Members
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleachs Business
“That this Committee asks the Chief Executive to outline the permitted uses for the former Victory Centre on the Firhouse Road and any consultations the Planning Department has had with the new owner.”
"That the Chief Executive inform whether or not there is any restricted limitation in the planning code that says that the revenue raised as a result of planning levies, that a certain percentage be assigned or ring-fenced for spending on specific projects within an area. This motion is borne out of the number of residents who are not pleased with the disruption caused by large planning developments but such frustration would be mitigated somewhat by improvements in parks or other areas resulting from planning levies."
Transportation
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive to provide an assessment on the completion of the new entrance at Knockcullen, confirming that adequate street lights were used, that there is signage indicating an entrance on both left and right approaches to the estate, confirm also if it is the case that the new entrance is located opposite a bus stop and whether or not there was any engagment with Dublin Bus in relation to the relocation of that stop away from the entrance. Please in your reply comment on whether or not there ought to be a yellow box at this junction? Residents are complaining that this new entrance despite the money expended is now every bit the traffic hazard than the old entrance?"
"To ask the Chief Executive, given the current concerns around the Rosemount parking & shopping, whether it would be of any benefit to organise a meeting with the Rathfarnham Village traders, who encountered similar challenges and may have valuable input into possible solutions & suggestions?"
“To ask the Chief Executive whether the Transportation Department have examined the traffic flow at the roundabout at entrance to Woodstown Estate on Ballycullen Road at rush hour in the mornings, and if he will make a statement as to whether the Council has any proposals to improve traffic flow at this location?”
"To ask the Chief Executive to outline the 2015 programme for footpath repair please?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to replace the children at play/ caution children signs within Orlagh estate which were provided by the residents association many years ago with more up to date signage (on the same poles) that reflect contemporary design standards?"
"To ask the Chief Executive that the parking sign at the entrance to St Mary's Terrace has been damaged for some time and people who use the local paper shop and local Yellow House have received parking fines and yet the sign is totally invisible - can the Council repair the existing sign and even place another more visible sign that drivers can actually see at the entrance to St Mary's Terrace as opposed to behind a thick ESB Pole?"
"To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the traffic situation at Beechdale/Oakdale as discussed in a deputation meeting of September 24th last, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Chief Executive what specific actions are planned to be taken for the Greenhills Rd/Limekiln Rd/Ballymount/Robinhood Realignment scheme for the remainder of 2015, what outstanding phases will be left at that stage, how it is planned to source funding for the delivery of the scheme in full, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Chief Executive when will the current public lighting upgrade be finished in the Rathfarnham/Terenure/Templeogue Area?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to put in place correct road signage at the new entrance to Knockcullen. A yield sign needs to be put in place at the junction where the Knockcullen Cul-de-sac meets the main Knockcullen Road through to Elkwood and Ashton, together with a slow and stop sign as you enter the estate. Residents have also requested a Zebra Crossing to facilitate reaching the bus stop on the Knocklyon Road. Can the Chief Executive confirm who paid for the new entrance as some residents believe the developer responsible for the new estate behind the garage on the Knocklyon Road paid for it?"
Headed Items
Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads (No Business)
Beechdale Avenue Traffic Survey
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"That this Council write to Dublin Bus to ask about the review of the 15B route, and that residents of Whitechurch estate are considered. It was moved away from Whitechurch estate in order to service Stocking Wood and residents of Whitechurch are now left only with the 61. The 61 leaves only once per hour and goes to town via a circuitous route. Residents have asked that the 15B pass by again to pick them up as the area is currently well underserviced by public transport."
"That the Council rebuild and repair the boundry wall along the road on the South Side of Bohernabreena Pitch & Putt Club, where a number of car crashes have damaged or completely knocked down the wall. It is now a matter of road safety as the wall protect cars and pedestrians from falling down the steep incline. The wall should be reinstated to the original standard and style."
"That the Chief Executive ensure that the road markings be reinstated and updated/upgraded outside St. Colmcilles National School, Knocklyon and surrounding areas."
Economic Development
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive to please carry out a valuation on the land behind Whitechurch shops?"
"To ask the Chief Executive as to whether the land between the Firhouse Road at the M50 flyover and the Old Firhouse Road at Homeville is owned by the Council, and as to whether there are any plans to enhance it or develop it and if he will make a statement on the matter?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Libraries & Arts
Headed Items
Library News & Events
Application for Arts Grants (No Business)
NEW WORKS (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Corporate Support
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive what is the legal position with public drinking in Rathfarnham, Templeogue, Terenure villages? Is there legislation in place to prohibit same?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Performance & Change Management
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Water & Drainage
Questions
“To ask the Chief Executive to outline what drainage and flood defence works are required to be carried out by the developer at the site of Oldcourt GAA pitches prior to the site being developed and if he will make a statement on the matter?”
“To ask the Chief Executive if there are outstanding drainage works to be completed at Hunter’s Meadow and whether the adjacent boundaries of the Meadow at the Oldcourt and Ballycullen Roads are to be enhanced and if he will make a statement on the matter?”
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"That the Chief Executive present to this meeting the various reports which resulted from flood risk in the area, noting in particular areas now categorised as having a higher flood risk despite not having ever been flooded."
Public Realm
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive if the paths in Dodder Valley Park (behind Kilvere) could be tidied up, moss has taken hold and is encroaching on the path, narrowing its width. Can you also ensure that the grass in the entire park gets another cutting before the grow season starts?"
"To ask the Chief Executive that I have had a couple of queries regarding glass being left on the ground in the playground in Tymon Park. Is this playground looked at prior to it opening each day?"
"To ask the Chief Executive that it was indicated at last month that there was a proposed fix for the recent flooding in Tymon Park which flooded the public car park for the park, the car park of St. Judes GAA and Faughs. Can an update be provided on this fix?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to update the Committee on progress in relation to the replacing/reinstatement of the low wall at Beaufort Downs as agreed with Res Assoc representatives?"
"To ask the Chief Executive for a full report on the delivery of the playspace at Beechfield Park, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the provision of the Limekiln Green Public Realm Improvement Scheme, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Chief Executive what is the current position with the Tree Removal/Pruning Programme, how many of the trees outlined for removal/pruning in the current programme within the Rathfarnham/Terenure/Templeogue Area have actually been dealt with? What is the plan for the trees not dealt with in the current programme?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence(No Business)
Motions
"That this Committee agrees that Rathfarnham Castle Park is totally under-utilised and opens a discussion on how best to take advantage of this excellent asset."
"That this area Committee calls on South Dublin County Council to implement a practical and achievable programme of tree replacements in the Orwell Park Estate - Orwell Park Green, Way, Avenue and Cresent, where old, unsafe trees have previously been removed."
"That the Chief Executive following on from the Deputation from Firhouse Village Community Council, can a pathway along by Scoil Treasa from the Shopping Centre to Carrigwood and Woodlawn across the green be provided."
"That the Chief Executive ensures that the tree debris is removed from the Rathfarnham Graveyard and the ground is repaired on the Dodder View Road after trees were removed from there. The Tidy Towns Committee does invaluable work in the area and it is very frustrating for them to have their hard work destroyed by SDCC agents. It would be beneficial for the entire community if local interest groups were consulted when such works are due to be carried out in their area. SDCC should be working to support community groups."
"That the Chief Executive confirm what progress has been made since I put down a motion (specifics as to date to follow) with regard to the Ballyboden roundabout and St. Catherine’s Gate. I described and once more affirm my view that this roundabout is the “poor relation”, a useful exercise would be to compare the budget spends on each of the three in a row roundabouts stretching from Ballyboden, to Templeroan, up to Orlagh. There is huge potential at the Ballyboden roundabout as any landscape design can incorporate the areas of disused land behind the stone walls. It is important also as we approach the Centenary celebrations next year and visitors coming to visit Pearse’s Museum, that the area look its best, but lest there be any doubt this is work that the Chief Executive agreed sometime back to do, with the passage of time and no progress there is now an even more pressing reason to get this roundabout looking better."
Environment
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the following derelict sites - Newbrook House, Ballyboden and Ballyroan House Lodge?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"That the Chief Executive recognise the lack of visual appeal and financial cost of erecting dog fouling signage in our parks, where often no existing posts or signage exist, this Area Committee calls on South Dublin County Council to trial the use of stencils for spray painted, on-pavement dog fouling signage."