Headed Items
Confirmation and Re-affirmation of Minutes of Meeting of 28th March 2017
Planning
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive for a detailed report on the next steps to be taken in progressing the Celbridge Link Road project including land acquisition and the planning process?"
Headed Items
Planning Files A. Large Applications Under Consideration B. Files Requested by Members
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"The issue of the building developer Cairns accessing the proposed land for building via the Paddocks continues to be raised by residents, the following questions have been raised by the residents:
We want to know how permission was granted and by whom?
Also if the road is widened on the Tandy’s lane side will SDCC approve access from that side instead come October"
"That this Area Committee, welcomes LIHAF funding for both Tandy’s Lane Park and Airlie Park; and noting the existing and growing demand for access from Adamstown residents to sports facilities including pitches for cricket, GAA and soccer coupled with the overall lack of pitches for all sports in the broader Lucan area; calls on the Chief Executive to outline a strategy for the provision of playing pitches in Adamstown SDZ, including on the proposed first part of Tandy’s Lane Park."
"That this Committee expresses its full support for revised plans submitted by St. Thomas NS & Scoil Áine Naofa - Planning File No: SD16A/0299."
"Further to the inclusion of “Independent Living” in the County Development Plan and considering our housing crisis this council asks the Chief Executive to consider as a priority the inclusion of an independent courtyard type apartment complex located ideally adjacent to the Griffeen Park within the Clonburris SDZ. These types of independent living complexes are ideal for mature people in the community who are considering downsizing and provides an attractive, safe and secure accommodation for couples and single persons. Downsizing by mature persons will help to free up larger accommodation more suitable to families.
Transportation
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive for a further update on the examination of measures to address traffic delays on Esker Road approaching the Newcastle Road signalised junctions as raised at the December 2016 and February 2017 meetings; including the proposal in the report on the question at the February meeting in relation to “an investigation of possible alternate methods of control?"
"To ask the Chief Executive whether any revised plans for the Lucan village green scheme will be put before members; whether this will go for further brief public consultation; to clarify if earlier submissions regarding retaining the pergola in some form will be taken into consideration and also to clarify, given the demand for Christmas tree lights in Lucan village, whether preparation for such a display through the provision of underground cabling at a suitable location could be integrated into the scheme; and finally to outline a likely commencement date for works?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to provide a detailed update and timeframe for carrying out works to recess bus-stop No. 4607 at Griffeen Avenue, outside Moy Glas?"
"To ask the Chief Executive for an update on when the safety signs will be installed in Sarsfield park as agreed when this motion 51685, Lucan ACM Jan 17,was passed?"
"That the Chief Executive update on all the meetings the council have had with resident, the community council and the Garda on the 3.5 ton weight limit on Kennelsford Road and for this report to suggest the best way the council can get the 3.5 ton limit returned to Kennelsford Road as voted for earlier this year by nearly all councillors in the chamber."
"To ask the Chief Executive to confirm all repair work carried out on footpaths in the Lucan/Palmerstown area over the past 12 months?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to confirm the number of "disabled" car parking spaces available in the Lucan/Palmerstown area at present?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to provide an updated detailed report on the plans for Lucan village improvements and design?"
Headed Items
Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads (No Business)
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That the Committee asks the Chief Executive to report on the possibility of designing parking bays in areas that are deemed suitable and practical particularly in estates that are maturing and would reduce the issues regarding dangerous parking in these estates."
"That the Chief Executive, acknowledging that such a route is pencilled in as a potential linkage to Lucan village and local schools under the Lucan Access Study, and in the absence of any formal plans to date, takes into account the existing steady stream of cycle traffic and pedestrian traffic using the footbridge over the N4 between Cherbury Park and Esker Glebe and clearly marks a temporary cycle route on the pathway between both roads and especially over the bridge so as to avoid increasing incidences of cyclists and pedestrians criss crossing one another, this being a danger to younger children and older persons and not a situation readily enforceable by Gardai."
"That this Area Committee agrees to install lighting on the green at Sarsfield Park, in the vicinity of house no 106. This is an extremely dark spot and is in need of lighting to facilitate the residents."
"That this Area Committee calls on the Chief Executive not to proceed with the planned closure of the right-turn from the Grangecastle Road/N4 (Woodies) bridge onto the N4 westbound."
"That this Committee asks the Chief Executive to install effective HGV restriction signs on the Newcastle Road to help address the increase in HGV’s using this road."
Libraries & Arts
Headed Items
Library News & Events
Application for Arts Grants (no new grants, confirmed by Orla Scannell, 24/04).
NEW WORKS (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Economic Development
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That this Committee asks the Chief Executive to examine the land on Hayden’s Lane (adjacent to Finnstown Hall) and ascertain if anything useful could be done to this small area to improve it." (picture can be provided)
Performance & Change Management
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Corporate Support
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive to outline key population changes in district electoral divisions as outlined in census 2016, specifically relating to Palmerstown and Lucan and to outline what analysis will be carried out in terms of weighting resource need vis a vis other parts of the county?"
Headed Items
Participatory Budgeting Pilot - Update
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence
Cor 6)i)a) Weirview Cottages - Letter to Fingal Co Co
Cor 6)i)b) Weirview Cottages - Reply from Fingal Co Co
Cor 6)ii)a) Lucan Bus Service - Letter to NTA
Cor 6)ii)b) Lucan Bus Service - Reply from NTA
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That the Chief Executive write to Irish Rail to confirm the number of housing units it believes are required to make Kishogue Station viable and to further ask how many cars could be expected to be removed from the road should the station be opened now"
"Noting the successful conclusion of the first phase of the Participatory Budgeting scheme that this area committee takes the lead and plays an active role in promoting and publicising the voting phase of the scheme."
Environment
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That this Committee asks the Chief Executive to provide dog litter signs in the Adamstown area as residents have complained of dog litter problems."
"That this Area Committee requests the Chief Executive to increase staff patrols in Griffeen Valley Park to act as a visible deterrent to dog-owners who either allow their dogs to run loose or who fail to clean up dog poop and to ensure enhanced enforcement of the law, with a view to extending increased patrols to other parks if proven effective."
"That this Area Committee requests the Chief Executive to examine complaints of excessive noise levels affecting homes at Foxborough Park, Drive, Avenue and Downes which back onto or adjoin the R136 Grangecastle Road between the junction with Griffeen Avenue/Balgaddy Road and Glenvale/Abbeywood estates; with a view to providing appropriate noise mitigation measures."
Water & Drainage
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive for details of any recent water quality testing of Griffeen River in Lucan; and to further ask that the Griffeen River be included in the list water bodies of importance for assessment work to be carried out during 2018-2021 in conjunctions with the EPA and the new River Basin Plans and Measures; noting the ongoing regular complaints about water quality (sickly colour and odours), most likely due to lingering problems of misconnections?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Public Realm
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive to explain in further detail how, for some considerable period of time, funding was allocated for the refurbishment of Griffeen Regional Playground. Lucan AND for a brand new playground in Waterstown Park, Palmerstown but yet suddenly Waterstown Park was taken off the agenda and the money was allocated to a playground in Tallaght instead after Councillors publicised the Waterstown funding; to clarify that contrary to allegations made in a public forum, NO Councillor was given a choice of either/or in relation to Griffeen or Waterstown, nor did anyone lobby for Waterstown to be dumped to preserve funding for Griffeen and that this decision was one made solely by Council management without any prior consultation with the elected members?"
"To ask the Chief Executive if the planned new automatic barrier at Hayden's Park carpark at Griffeen Valley Park can be installed before the Summer to facilitate the large numbers using the carpark for training with Lucan Sarsfields?"
"To ask the Chief Executive for a detailed update and timeframe on the plans to install new play equipment at the Hermitage Park playspace; including details of the of equipment?"
To ask the Chief Executive to indicate if it is still intended to commence public consultation on the development of a play space in Willsbrook Park in Spring 2017?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"That this Committee asks the Chief Executive to provide an update on the apiary planned for Palmerstown (Mill Lane allotments)"
"This Area committee calls on the Council to install a new fence at the end of the Lucan Newlands road at the laneway leading to the R136. Between Glen Vale and Abbeywood Estate's. The current fence is not fit for purpose and there is a lot of anti-social behaviour in the area with people jumping over the fence."
"That the Chief Executive reports on the ongoing refurbishment works at Griffeen Playground and clarifies that everything remains on schedule for completion before the summer break; and while acknowledging that the reaction by members of the public has been largely positive to date, to address concerns expressed to this Councillor and others before it opens, including:
- Guarantees that the toilets in Lucan Sports and Leisure Centre will remain at all times accessible to users of the playground and ditto the completed swimming pool complex;
- Clarification as to what tea/coffee/snack facilities might be made available through a concession should the trial picnic area prove successful;
- Reassurance regarding concerns raised by parents over the low fence and the extra gates, in terms of young children being able to open them and the dangers this may pose to parents/guardians minding several children at once;
- Addressing security concerns regarding night time anti-social behaviour and vandalism as with a number of playspaces, acknowledging that a new pool building and the closing of outer park gates will act as a screen to some extent;
- Further clarifying the policy regarding CCTV in terms of practice in other playgrounds in South Dublin and elsewhere in Ireland and the reasons why this would not be considered to be cost effective at this location;
and if a statement can be made on the matter."
"That this Committee asks the Chief Executive to further examine the Bins at Hermitage park/Playspace and to consider installing Big Belly bin. During the good weather the activity increases resulting in the bins overflowing. A Big Belly Bin and its technology to crush litter could address overflowing issue."
"To ask the Chief Executive to arrange a meeting with Beech Park FC to discuss how measures can be put in place to improve their existing facilities?"
Community
Questions
"To ask the Chief Executive to report on key recommendations or requests made by the PPN or its secretariat to South Dublin County Council on behalf of its various pillars since 2014 specifically in relation to issues involving the Lucan Electoral Area of Lucan/Palmerstown; to outline how such representations were integrated into the decision making process in terms of responses by management, communication with the elected members and feedback to the various community and environmental organisations, sports clubs and residents associations; and if a statement could be made on the matter?"
"To ask the Chief Executive for the latest update and what progress has been made so far on the new Swimming Pool in Lucan, and what is the time frame on the project, Design/Planning & build times?"
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
"To ask the Chief Executive what stage the swimming pool process is at and if a date has been arranged to meet with Pool campaign representatives."
"That this Area Committee requests the Chief Executive to examine how this Council could provide financial support towards the redevelopment of the Bush Centre for the future benefit of the 180th Scouts and the local community."
Housing
Questions
" To ask the Chief Executive, based on current live planning applications, to confirm the number of Part V social houses expected to be delivered in the Lucan/Palmerstown area in the next 12 months?"
Headed Items
Anti social quarterly statistics - H Hogan
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)