Headed Items
Confirmation and Re-affirmation of Minutes of Meeting of 29th November 2016
Libraries & Arts
Headed Items
Library News & Events
Application for Arts Grants (No Business)
NEW WORKS (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Economic Development
Questions
"To ask the Manager if there has been any approaches from the (New) owners of the former VL Byrne site in Palmerstown or if any discussions have taken place recently with third parties re the site?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"That this Area Committee requests the Chief Executive to present a detailed report, for discussion, on efforts to remove fallen trees and heaps of dumped earth and other materials from the embankment south of Lucan Road, adjoining the rear of houses at Esker Lawns, noting the repeated concerns expressed by both Lucan Tidy Towns and local residents in relation to the increasing risk of slippage of material down the embankment onto the footpath and road below"
Performance & Change Management
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Corporate Support
Headed Items
Letter from Kildare Co Council re resurfacing/improvements to the roadway and pedestrian facilities on the approach road to the Salmon Leap Bridge.
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"That this Committee calls on the Minister for Justice, in consulation with senior Garda management to urgently outline a credible timeframe for implementing previous commitments regarding the enhancement of the community policing service and in particular community Garda, including in the Lucan/Palmerstown/Clondalkin area, especially in the light of public fears regarding dangerous criminals living in our midst and the risk to members of the public innocently getting caught up in drug-related feuds; given that an increase in the number of community police will help to improve the responsible sharing of information with residents and community groups so as to better identify existing and potential threats and help our communities have a better sense of security; and that the Minister and/or her officials be requested to give a detailed and timely response."
"That the Chief Executive noting the lack of a remediation scheme for residents suffering serious structural damage to homes in circumstances where those responsible for construction are no longer a going concern calls on the Minister for Housing to introduce such a scheme and to meet with residents of any such estate in the Lucan area to discuss potential assistance available from this Local Authority whilst such scheme is considered."
Public Realm
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive to report on the current status of the tender for works to upgrade the running track at Newcastle Road following receipt by Lucan Harriers of sports capital funding and in particular to confirm when it is envisaged the tendering process will begin noting that pre tender documents have been furnished to the Department of Transport and Sport."
"To ask the Chief Executive to confirm when it is scheduled to start the public consultation relating to the provision of a play space at Willsbrook Park noting that it is included in the schedule for 2017?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That the Chief Executive investigate if locations could be identified in the Lucan area for the provision of a Multi Use Games/Sports Area as part of the study to be carried out in 2017, also given that the following areas Adamstown / Paddocks and Newcastle road are in close proximity could the provision of a youth café be considered for this area as it has been identified as key area and would help integrate children from different ethnics and backgrounds."
"That this Area Committee calls on the Chief Executive to present a detailed report, for discussion, on implementation of the multi-annual programme of enhancements to Willsbrook Park as approved at the October 2015 meeting of this Committee."
"That this Council provides an update on plans to improve GAA playing pitch surfaces for our local GAA clubs in Lucan and Palmerstown given that repeated requests for improvements to playing surfaces and other remedial works in relation to Lucan Sarsfields for example have been half-hearted at best and responses to local representatives regarding same have been haphazard and repeatedly delayed; and that furthermore the Council commits to a sit down meeting with deputations from any sports club that requests them in relation to the maintenance of surfaces at the appropriate times of the year as this would ensure a cost-efficient and timely service that would result in less complaints."
"To compliment the Chief Executive and his staff for the recently launched very welcome tree planting scheme, and to ask the Manager responsible for a report on the number of trees in the Lucan Palmerstown Committee area and the number of individual trees that are contentious i.e. have been represented to the Council either by elected members, local action groups and/or individuals as in need of removal."
"That this Area Committee calls on the Chief Executive to examine the feasibility of using Council-owned lands at Cooldrinagh, opposite the Springfield Hotel, for the provision of allotments."
"That the Chief Executive provides a report on the plan for Christmas tree collections in 2016/17, including an updated report on what worked and what didn't last year and what improvements are planned this year."
"That discussions take place between the Council and Palmerstown Community Council and the Liffey Valley Park Alliance with the objective of setting up on a pilot bases a “Friends of Waterstown Park” working group that would work alongside the Council to preserve, protect and develop this park to its potential in keeping with this Councils policy for this park. If successful this approach could be adopted for other Council parks."
Environment
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive if he will relocate the litter bin on Willsbrook Road opposite Bewley to the nearby pedestrian crossing/entrance to Willsbrook Park so as to better address littering in this area?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That the Chief Executive fully addressed all outstanding questions which arose following the meeting between Lucan United and Airlie Heights residents as it has been reported that some of the questions directed at the council have not been completed to date."
Water & Drainage
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Community
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the likely date for commencement of the public consultation process in relation to the Lucan Swimming Pool in the first quarter of 2017 as well as a timeframe for the agreed sit down scoping meeting involving Councillors and specific stakeholders that have been constructive and supportive of the project such as the Campaign for a Lucan Swimming Pool?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on any meetings held with Scouting Ireland or the 180th Lucan Scouts in relation to the planned redevelopment of The Bush Centre?"
"To ask the Chief Executive if a site can be identified for the Lucan area in relation to the set-up of a “Mens Shed” and if funding can be made available?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That the Chief Executive further investigate the provision of CCTV in the Lucan area as CCTV scheme does not currently exist in the Lucan Area, particularly in hot spots such as public amenity areas and sports club houses / facilities."
"That the Chief Executive clarify what is the current policy with regard to the provision of defibrillators in the community centres, libraries etc in the Lucan and Palmerstown area and to further discuss if defibrillator signage could be installed at these locations."
Housing
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Planning
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive to provide a detailed update on this Council’s applications for Adamstown SDZ under the LIHAF Housing Infrastructure Fund?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to provide a detailed update on plans to provide an All-Weather Facility at Adamstown SDZ as required under the Planning Scheme?"
Headed Items
Planning Files
A. Large Applications Under Consideration
B. Files Requested by Members
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Transportation
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive to provide a detailed update on plans to improve public lighting at bus-stops in the vicinity of St. Joseph’s College as requested by 6th Years students for the purposes of enhancing public safety and as I had raised at the November meeting?"
"To ask the Chief Executive for a report on the village improvement scheme in Lucan village has the design for the village and for the weir been finalised and what is the timeframe for this work to take place?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to confirm the current specification required for speed bumps used in the Lucan area?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to have the Parking Meters in Palmerstown Village adjusted so as to provide the same level of service as similar meters throughout the County and to reconcile the fact that all meters are in fact within the Village area. At present there is a difference between those on Lower Kennelsfort Rd and those on the Old Lucan Road and the ones on the Old Lucan Road appear to give lesser value for money. Also, to indicate if Palmerstown Village enjoys free parking on Saturdays as previously requested?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the Play signs in the Lucan and Palmerstown area and to include the estate that remain outstanding?"
Headed Items
Speed Limit Review Update
Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads (No Business)
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That the Chief Executive ensure that any further works to be carried out at Willsbrook and surrounding areas that prioritise consideration is given to residents affected by the road works including the provision of points men at peak times as recent reports have confirmed that residents have spent up to 20 minutes getting out of their estates."
"That this Area Committee requests that the small verge area opposite number 1 Moy Glas Ave be cleared and grass be planted as the plants have been set on fire twice in the last two months."
"That this Area Committee calls on the Chief Executive to review the effectiveness of the operation of the traffic signals at the Newcastle Road/Esker Road junctions, noting the serious concerns expressed by residents of Finnstown Abbey, Grange Manor, The Old Forge and Johnsbridge in relation to chronic traffic congestion and tailbacks all the way from these signals back to Griffeen Avenue."
"That the Chief Executive provide a report (as previously promised on foot of my October 2016 Motion) based on the traffic survey carried out on Kennelsfort Road Upper over the Summer detailing the exact days and times of the survey, the exact location of the equipment/survey, evidence as to the accuracy of the equipment used, on a per day basis (a) the total number of vehicles monitored (b) the number of vehicles in excess of 3.5t (c) the number of vehicles in excess of 7.5t (d) the number of Buses and Bin lorries and to include in his report what conclusions can be drawn from the survey on a professional bases and if these finding have been shared with An Garda Siochana and if yes what is their reaction and if not shared why not and that this report be debated by this committee and appropriate action, to address the concerns of residents of Kennelsfort Road and the greater Palmerstown Area, if any, be proposed."
"That the Chief Executive examine the possibility of upgrading the pedestrian access at the roundabout on Griffeen road/Esker road allowing for a continuous link through 3 sections of the Griffeen Parks. Following my motion 48835 March 2016."
"That the Chief Executive install flashing signs highlighting a HGV restricted area at points on the Newcastle road and on the N4 for a period of time to monitor the HGV’s that are breaking the ban."