Confirmation and Re-affirmation of Minutes.

Minutes of Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee Meeting held on the 27th of April, 2006.

 

• Minutes of 27th April

To ask the Manager to write to the Department of Education and Science and request immediate information as to why safety measures, including road markings and signage, are still not in installed outside the entrance to Gaelscoil Naomh Phadraig, Lucan, given that this road has not as yet been handed over to the Local Authority, enabling such works to be done by South Dublin County Council.

• Q1 Dept. of Education and Science

To ask the Manager to write to the Minister for Education and Science expressing the need for adequate school accommodation to be made available in St. Thomas’, Scoil Áine and St. Andrew’s Schools in Lucan.  St. Andrew’s School specifically is in need of a larger site while St. Thomas ’ and Scoil Áine require sanction to commence phase 2 of their improvement programme.

• Q2 Minister for Education and Science

To ask the Manager if he can report on the financial and staff resources available to him to undertake a major project of ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the Electoral Register for the Lucan and Clondalkin Electoral Areas between now and November 2006. 

• Q3 Electoral Register

New Works (if any)

 

Correspondence

Letter from HSE dated 4th May, 2006 regarding Ambulance Service to the Lucan, Clondalkin, Palmerstown and Newcastle areas.

 

• Letter from HSE

Cathaoirleach's Business       Councillor F. McCarthy

That the Manager contacts Dublin Bus with a view to highlighting the need for a greater frequency in the 25, 25A and 25X bus service particularly in advance of any extension of the service to Adamstown.

• M1 Dublin Bus

That the Council contact Dublin Bus with a view to relocating the Bus stops at Coldcut/Cloverhill (1) The outward one to between the Cloverhill junction and the Bridge and (2) the City bound to the Bus By-Pass at the Cloverhill junction.

• M2 Dublin Bus

That the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee thanks the Minister for Enterprise Trade and Employment for his informative reply to the Council's letter expressing concern about the increase in the Live Register numbers in the Clondalkin SW Office, welcomes his statement that FAS is "interested in considering any proposals from the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee which would reduce unemployment levels, in particular, proposals which would help those who find it difficult to engage with FAS and commit to a plan to find a suitable job", and requests the Manager to convene a small Task Group, of elected members, officials and invited representatives from FAS and the local business/industry sector, to draw up proposals in response to Mr. Martin's invitation.

• M3 Task Force

In light of the recent Traffic Survey of Newcastle(2005) carried out by Faber Maunsell, I would like to ask the Manager about the possibility of getting a much needed pedestrian crossing between the Texaco Service Station and the junction of Aylmer Road for the residents of the village.

• Q.4

To ask the Manager to put in place a programme to repair the damaged footpath kerbs in Castle Estate, Clondalkin?

• Question 5

To ask the Manager to report further on works pending, including time-scales for these works,  on the restoration of footpaths in Lucan Village following my earlier representations. These footpaths, many of which are now in dangerous state of repair, are presenting a safety threat to Local Residents who use Lucan Village. A number of accidents have been reported to me where residents have tripped on broken and dislodged slabs, including Tuesday 4th April 2006, where it was reported to me that a resident who is heavily pregnant, tripped and was taken to hospital.

• Q.6

That the Manager would provide an up-to-date report on the installation of a public street light that I have previously requested at the cul-de-sac at the rear of house no.s 10-11 Cannonbrook Park and adjacent to the lands which are the cause of ongoing anti-social behavior in the local residential community.

• Question 7

To ask the Manager to examine the possibility of introducing a 3 ton limit along Ballyowen Road and St. Loman’s Road given the increase in heavy vehicles using this road as a shortcut as feared by residents when the road was initially joined up to the Fonthill Road.

• Q.8

To ask the Manager are there any proposals for ramps at St. Marks Green, Clondalkin?

• Q.9

To ask the Manager for a report regarding parking spaces outside the new shops at 'The Finches,' Neilstown Road, Clondalkin. (Main Road).

• Q.10

To ask the Manager to report on the proposed location for the entrance to the recently approved Coldcut development and to explain how it will enhance traffic movement in the area and in particular how it will effect access/egress for Whitethorn Estate and congestion at the Cloverhill/Coldcut junction and to indicate what steps are open to us as a Committee to ensure that this won't become a traffic hazard.

• Question 11

To ask the Manager for an updated report on the proposed Park and Ride facility on the N4 in the Lucan area?

• Q.12

To ask the Manager for an updated report on the design and installation of the Traffic Calming Scheme for the Lucan Heights cell?

• Q.13

School Survey

 

• H.I. 3

Proposed Extinguishment of Public Right of Way at 39/45 Lealand Avenue, Clondalkin.

• H.I.4

Proposed Extinguishment of Public Right of Way at 118/139/140 Arthur Griffith Park.

• H.I.5

Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads

 

New Works (if any)

Proposed Amendment to Speed Limit at Peamount Hospital

 

• Draft Bye Laws 2006
• H.I. 7
• Map

Correspondence

 

Cathaoirleach's Business     Councillor F. McCarthy

That the Council immediately agrees to take the appropriate steps to replace the planned wall and fence along the boundary of Woodville Estate with a solid stone faced wall the height of the proposed fencing in order to provide residents with protection in excess of the minimum required by An Bord Pleanála.

• M.4

"That this Committee recommends to South Dublin County Council that no land from Corkagh Park be taken for a park and ride facility and that such land be obtained elsewhere."

• M.5

That a report be brought to this Committee regarding proposals for works at Newlands Cross which are scheduled.

That the Council carry out a survey of the Back Lane network in Palmerstown with a view to securing them in such a manner that they will no longer be available for illegal dumping and/or for unsocial activities as the present situation is a source of ongoing and severe trauma for adjacent residents as well as a drain on scarce Council and Garda resources and frustrating for the whole community.

That the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee is concerned about ongoing problems with illegal parking in and around Lucan Village, including parking on footpaths and double yellow lines, and about apparent lack of co-ordination between the agency responsible for the implementation of the Council's Pay Parking Scheme and the the Traffic Warden Service, and requests the Roads Department to meet with An Garda Siochana in regard to the enforcement of parking regulations by the Traffic Warden service.

• M.8

That this Committee calls upon the Manager to detail the development levies received for road enhancement works from the developer of the St. Loman’s site and to immediately provide funding to the Roads Department to provide a traffic lights junction at the Fonthill Roundabout in line with the EIS carried out in respect of the application.

That the Manager would report in full on the recent increased traffic congestion on the N4 for city bound traffic for motorists.  Specifically would the Manager report on the negative impact for Lucan and Palmerstown motorists as a result of the recently introduced traffic lane management on the M50 at the Westlink Toll  Bridge and will the Manager agree to make further representations on behalf of the residents in Lucan and Palmerstown owing to the disadvantaged position they now find themselves in.

• M.10

That this Council makes appropriate provision to ensure a suitable footpath is provided the entire length of the Newcastle Road from Lucan Village past Lucan Sarsfields GAA Club and Lucan Pitch and Putt Club, as far as the Canal.

• Motion 11

That a report be brought to this Committee regarding the Clondalkin Traffic Plan - Report to include details of parking areas and information regarding enforcement personnel and how many will be deployed.

That the Manager present a report on the road plans for the Newcastle Village area and in particular address the following in terms of delivery :-

a)  The road proposed through Greenogue and on to the Aylmer/Peamount Roads.

b)  The main road artery through the residentially zoned lands to the south of the Village and whether or not it will be completed in advance of the new housing.

• Motion 13

That the Manager would report in detail on the Schools Safety Report he agreed to my request at the Road's Department Area Committee Meeting on the 17th January 2006 in the Council Chamber, for schools in the Lucan, Palmerstown ann Clondalkin areas, including the special consultation process the Manager has embarked on with these schools.

• M.14

To ask the Manager to provide an up-to-date report on the protection of the lands at the cul-de-sac at the rear of house nos 10-11 Cannonbrook Park, including the rebuilding of the boundary wall, the clearing and levelling of these lands. The lack of such protection is a matter that I have been pursuing for a lengthy period owing to the ongoing anti-social behaviour taking place at this location and the consequental damage to the the quality of life of the local residential community.

• Q 14

To ask the Manager to examine the ownership of the portion of land at The Oval, Palmerstown between the junction and the filling station and to state whether or not it is in the ownership of the Council.

• Question 15

To ask the Manager to secure from trespass any Council land that adjoins Adamstown and Westbury, Hillcrest and Meadowview Grove estates.

• Question 16

To ask the Manager to provide details of any planned CPOs that the Development Department are aware of in the general vicinity of St. Patrick’s Church, Esker.

• Question 17

Update on Management of School Traffic

 

 

• Headed Item No 8

New Works (if any)

 

Correspondence

 

Cathaoirleach's Business    Councillor F. McCarthy

That the Manager reports upon the current situation with relation to the land within the Council’s ownership that adjoins Lucan Educate Together National School with specific reference to the needs of the school in terms of future land requirements and traffic safety.

• M 15

That the Manager would present a detailed report on the derelict site behind the block of house nos. 135-138 Whitethorn Park , Palmerstown.  In addition to the loss of visual amenity, local Residents are experiencing a range of other inconveniences including rats, litter, anti-social behavior and public drinking in this area.  Such issues are causing deterioration in the quality of life of the local community.  Would the Manager confirm the ownership of this site, and if in Council ownership would the Manager report on the first stages to have this piece of land cleared, leveled and the necessary arrangements made to have this land incorporated in the gardens of the adjoining residential properties.

• Motion 16

To ask the Manager when Newcastle Village will next receive funding under the Village Renewal Scheme?

• Question 18

To ask the Manager is Clondalkin Industrial Estate taken-in-charge, what that means in practice and could he make a general statement about the matter?

• Question19

To ask the Manager to present a full and detailed report on the history of all planning related matters regarding the development at the site on Clonard, Esker, Lucan, Co. Dublin.  Many local residents are concerned and confused owing to this on-going development, the adjoining right of way and any enforcement issues that South Dublin County Council may have.

• Q20

To ask the Manager to provide and up-to-date report on all planning and enforcement matters at the commenced but not completed development at Esker Place, Lucan.

• Q21

To ask the Manager for an up-to-date report on the time-scale for the rail service at Adamstown.  Would the Manager include details on the expected operational capacity of the rail service and if this is exactly in line with that set down by An Bord Pleanála.

• Question 22

To ask the Manager to indicate the reasons behind the current delay in the taking in charge of Larkfield Estate Lucan.

• Question 23

To ask the Manager to provide an update on the matters outstanding in relation to the taking in charge of Liffey Valley Estate, Lucan.  

• Question 24

To ask the Manager to provide an update on the taking in charge of Rossberry, Oldbridge and Tullyhall estates.

• Question 25

To ask the Manager for a progress report on the the completion of works required for the taking in charge of Foxborough ( "C" and "D" )and if the developer is required to treat the bare block boundary walls in the estate with a painted pebble dash or similar finish as part of the requirements for taking in charge? 

• Question26

To ask the Manager if he can update the Committee on the issues raised in recent meetings with the owners/developers of the lands at Liffey Valley Shopping Centre and the lands in Balgaddy which the Council has sought to have designated as an SDZ?

• Question 27

To ask the Manager if he can make a report on the possible options available to the Council to (1) achieve an extension of the lands in the Lucan/Palmerstown area designated as an SAAO and (2) exploit the potential of the terms of the existing SAAO to increase the amenity value of the Liffey Valley to residents and visitors by increasing the extent of public access to the valley and the riverside? 

• Question 28

Applications for Planning Permissions and Decisions:

Files requested by Members.  

a) Large Applications under Consideration        

b) Files requested by Members                             

• Large Applications

Report on Taking in Charge of Estates

• H1(11)TIC

New Works (if any)

 

Correspondence

 

Cathaoirleach's Business      Councillor F. McCarthy

That the Manager ensures that all of Fforster estate is completed in line with the relevant planning permission and that the road in Fforster Crescent be properly surfaced immediately.

• Motion17

That the Council draw up an Area Action Plan for the Palmerstown Village area incorporating the VL Byrne site and also all of the "Old Lucan Road" and the estates off it-both residential, recreational and commercial, and making provision for the up-grading of the Kennelsfort Rd/N4 Intersection, prior to entertaining any planning application for the area.  The availability of such an important site becoming available now for re-development opens up opportunities including the provision of social and affordable housing for the already over-developed community of Palmerstown and in the context that whatever development emerges at the VL Byrne site will define Palmerstown for at least the next fifty years. 

That the Manager present a report on Newcastle Manor, the construction and completion problems and on what can be done to ensure that the developer carries out his duties as soon as possible.

• Motion 19

That the Manager would report in full on the Planning Application for temporary use of Weston Aerodrome as a Park and Ride Facility for this year's Ryder Cup Golf Competition.  At the April '06 Planning Department Meeting of the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee, the Manager had not as yet been able to consider all aspects of this Planning Application, particularly with a view to ascertaining as to whether the Planning Application is in conflict with any legal issue(s) as set down by the High Court in its Judgment of 28th April 2005.

• Weston Park and Ride