Agenda - Lucan Area Committee Meeting 27th June 2017

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Date:
27/06/2017 15:00
Location:
Council Chamber
Standing Orders:

Headed Items

H-I (1)
Submitted by:
LPNC Meeting Administration
Responsibility:
LPNC Meeting Administration

Confirmation and Re-affirmation of Minutes of Meeting of 23rd May 2017.

Performance & Change Management

Headed Items

H-I (2)
Submitted by:
Performance & Change Management
Responsibility:
Performance & Change Management

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (1)
Submitted by:
Performance & Change Management
Responsibility:
Performance & Change Management

Correspondence (No Business)

Corporate Support

Questions

Qu (1)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
Colm Murphy

"To ask the Chief Executive to examine the establishment of a Polling Station within Adamstown SDZ?"

Qu (2)
Submitted by:
Councillor D. O'Brien
Responsibility:
Elaine Leech

"To ask the Chief Executive for a report on the timescale for all the winning projects from the Have Your Say vote to be completed.

This report will also have the area were the projects below will be placed;

Planting Native Apple Trees, Lucan Electoral Area

Free Library Book Banks in Public Places – Lucan Electoral Area

Multi-Games Wall in Lucan."

Headed Items

H-I (3)
Submitted by:
Corporate Support
Responsibility:
Corporate Support

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (2)
Submitted by:
Corporate Support
Responsibility:
Corporate Support

Correspondence

(a) Mail to Irish Rail regarding Kishogue Station

(b) Reply from Irish Rail regarding Kishogue Station

(c) Mail to NTA regarding Kishogue Station

(d) Reply from NTA regarding Kishogue Station

 

Motions

Mot (1)
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
Elaine Leech

"That Lucan Area Committee commends the Chief Executive, council staff and members of the community who took an active role in the Inaugural Participatory Budget 300k have your say. We look forward to completion of projects."

Water & Drainage

Questions

Qu (3)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
Chris Galvin

"To ask the Chief Executive to report on the latest water quality testing in the River Liffey in the Lucan and Palmerstown areas, with specific reference to recognised bathing water standards; and to further outline any identified major sources of pollution of the River Liffey?"

Headed Items

H-I (4)
Submitted by:
Water & Drainage
Responsibility:
Water & Drainage

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (3)
Submitted by:
Water & Drainage
Responsibility:
Water & Drainage

Correspondence (No Business)

Motions

Mot (2)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Gabrielle McGee

Cathaoirleachs Business

"That this committee requests that the Chief Executive provide an update on the works to be carried out on the Ballyowen Lane in relation to the flood issues which were identified in 2016."

Mot (3)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Michael McAdam

"That this committee writes to Irish Water to notify reports of poor quality & tasting water in the Lucan area."

Public Realm

Questions

Qu (4)
Submitted by:
Councillor D. O'Brien
Responsibility:
David Fennell

"To ask the Chief Executive for a report on how often the cycle lanes are cleaned in the Lucan area and if there is scope to improve how often they are cleaned?"

Qu (5)
Submitted by:
Councillor E. O'Brien
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

"To ask the Chief Executive if enquiries can be made if trees at "The Hollow" beyond Moat Lodge B&B can be cleared in order to allow the old mill wheel located on the grounds become visible."

Headed Items

H-I (5)
Submitted by:
Public Realm
Responsibility:
Mary Keenan

Tree Planting Programme 2017/2018

H-I (6)
Submitted by:
Public Realm
Responsibility:
Michael Hannon

5 Year Playspace Programme 2014-2018

H-I (7)
Submitted by:
Public Realm
Responsibility:
Public Realm

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (4)
Submitted by:
Public Realm
Responsibility:
Public Realm

Correspondence(No Business)

Motions

Mot (4)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
David Fennell

Cathaoirleachs Business

"That this area committee requests that the Chief Executive examine the play space area in Sarsfields Park with a view to removing the overgrown grass area. (see photo)"

Mot (5)
Submitted by:
Councillor G. O'Connell
Responsibility:
Mary Keenan

"That this Committee calls for a review on the operation of the “Living with Trees” policy given that this is the first time such a policy has been made and given that it is now three years in existence."

Mot (6)
Submitted by:
Councillor G. O'Connell
Responsibility:
David Fennell

"That this Area Committee asks that the footpaths in Glenaulin Park/Gaels field be repaired where they have been damaged by vandals (burning household bins) as it is now a serious health and safety hazard for persons with impaired movement, persons pushing buggies, in wheelchairs, jogging or simply out for a stroll." 

Mot (7)
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
David Fennell

"That this committee call on the Chief Executive to install an accessible bench (as per illustration attached) in Griffeen Park as part of ongoing regeneration." 

Mot (8)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
Michael Hannon, David Fennell

"That this Area Committee, noting;

  • The repeatedly reported problems of anti-social behaviour in Griffeen Valley Park, particularly in areas closest to the playground: 
  • That a properly-submitted proposal from residents for installation of CCTV was not even shortlisted for the recent '300k - Have your say' initiative;

Calls on the Chief Executive to:

  • Provide for a minimum 1.8m high fencing, of an attractive design, around the upgraded playground
  • Prioritise provision of CCTV in Griffeen Valley Park in areas closest to the playground."
Mot (9)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
Michael Hannon

"That this Area Committee requests the Chief Executive to present a report, for discussion, on the plans for delivery of allotments in the Lucan area as per the commitment contained in the Capital Programme; and to further request a report on the examination of the feasibility of using SDCC-owned lands at Cooldrinagh for allotments."

Mot (10)
Submitted by:
Councillor D. O'Brien
Responsibility:
Michael Hannon

"That this area committee asks the Chief Executive if there is any update on this motion that was passed in November of last year."

51601 Councillor D. O'Brien Lucan Area Committee Lucan Area Committee Meeting 29th November 2016 Motions 16/11/2016

"That this Area Committee calls on the Council to take action and finish the landscaping in Moy Glas Glade facing the new houses. The hill in front of the houses is in a bad way and is a danger to children playing in the area."

Mot (11)
Submitted by:
Councillor E. O'Brien
Responsibility:
David Fennell

"That this area committee expresses its concern at proposed patrols of Griffeen Valley Park, by concerned residents of the Lucan area and requests the Chief Executive liaise with the community policing unit of Lucan Garda Station to endeavour to deal with outbreaks of anti social behaviour in co ordination with the Council's park ranger service."

Mot (12)
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Gogarty
Responsibility:
David Fennell

"That this area committee requests the Chief Executive set in place a summer blitz of litter blackspots in the Lucan and Palmerstown area as a number of locations have been identified to elected reps (to be listed at this meeting)."

Mot (13)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Michael Hannon

"That this area committee requests the Chief Executive look at ways of introducing a Petanque (boules) within our parks in the Lucan & Palmerstown area. The cost to set it up a relatively low and vandal proof and cater for all ages and ability. Further details of the proposal are available in the attached file."

Mot (14)
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
Mary Keenan

"That this area committee calls on the Chief Executive to give an update regarding Tree Management Programme for Hillcrest Estate. A commitment was given for a report to be presented to area committee in the first 6 months of 2016 om tree audit and suitability for the estate. I understand it is included in the programme but residents are keen for this to be prioritised."

Mot (15)
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Gogarty
Responsibility:
Michael Hannon

"That this area committee requests the Chief Executive confirm a timeframe for commencement of construction of the playground at Waterstown Park, Palmerstown given that it was originally budgeted for in 2015 -  but instead funding went to Tymon North refurbishment - but is now firmly back on the agenda following the overwhelming support shown for it in the "300k Have Your Say" process; and also to outline what security measures will be put in place during construction and upon completion, given the recent experience at Griffeen Valley Park (which was raised by this Councillor on several occasions); and if a statement can be made on the matter."

Mot (16)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Mary Maguire

"Following my motion raised last month, that this committee requests that the Chief Executive provide an update on the consultation between SDCC and Gardai in relation to Fun Fair criteria and in particular the one previously located at Griffeen Park on the Newcastle Road."

Environment

Headed Items

H-I (8)
Submitted by:
Breda Clifford
Responsibility:
Mary Maguire

Litter Managment Plan Review 

H-I (9)
Submitted by:
Environment
Responsibility:
Environment

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (5)
Submitted by:
Environment
Responsibility:
Environment

Correspondence (No Business)

Motions

Mot (17)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Tom Prendergast

"Following reports of increase sightings of rats in the vicinity of Old Forge / Grange Manor and also noting the planned works to be carried out at the Nursing home along Hayden’s Lane, this committee requests that the Chief Executive report on the measures that can be put into place to reduce the existing problem and mediate against any possible dislodgement of rodents during the proposed civil works."

Mot (18)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Mary Maguire

"That this committee requests that the Chief Executive confirm the “Litter Spots” in the Lucan area which have been identified in the last 24 months, and to confirm the impact that CCTV has made in these problem areas."

Community

Questions

Qu (6)
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Gogarty
Responsibility:
Anne Byrne - Community

"To ask the Chief Executive for a further update on the swimming pool for Lucan and whether it is yet possible to confirm a date for the Pool4Lucan Campaign representatives to meet and input, to clarify the current likely sod turning, construction commencement and completion dates; and if a statement can be made on the matter."

Qu (7)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
Anne Byrne - Community

"To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the timeframe for the Part 8 public consultation on the proposed Lucan Swimming Pool?"

Headed Items

H-I (10)
Submitted by:
Community
Responsibility:
Anne Byrne - Community
H-I (11)
Submitted by:
Community
Responsibility:
Community

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (6)
Submitted by:
Community
Responsibility:
Community

Correspondence (No Business)

Motions

Mot (19)
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Gogarty
Responsibility:
Anne Byrne - Community

"That the Chief Executive outlines his current position in relation to supporting a clubhouse for Esker Boxing club off Willsbrook Road, given that planning permission was granted on the site (without prejudice), to outline what would be required from the club to ensure such a facility can be built on the site under licence/lease (eg other clubs using it, financial contribution etc), to outline what discussions have taken place to date, and to examine whether there is sufficient space for an additional potential facility at the rear of the site under the current planning permission."

Mot (20)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Anne Byrne - Community

"That this area committee requests that the Chief Executive give an update on the progress of the Swimming Pool for Lucan and advise that the time line for completion is still on schedule."

Housing

Questions

Qu (8)
Submitted by:
Councillor G. O'Connell
Responsibility:
Hugh Hogan

"To ask the Chief Executive to report on what steps have been taken to ensure/stop the practice of cars being repaired or stored on public roads, which is a source of serious concern to local residents, a health hazard and undermines the residential nature of the area and adjacent roads?"

Qu (9)
Submitted by:
Councillor G. O'Connell
Responsibility:
Yvonne Dervan

"To ask the Chief Executive for a report on the possibility of providing "step-down" residential facilities at the former Pool Hall/Fassenage Garage on the Old Lucan Road, Palmerstown?"

Headed Items

H-I (12)
Submitted by:
Housing
Responsibility:
Housing

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (7)
Submitted by:
Housing
Responsibility:
Housing

Correspondence (No Business)

Planning

Headed Items

H-I (13)
Submitted by:
Eddie Taaffe
Responsibility:
Brian Keaney

Weston Aerodrome Public Consultation

H-I (14)
Submitted by:
Planning
Responsibility:
Planning

Planning Files

A. Large Applications Under Consideration

B. Files Requested by Members (no files received).

H-I (15)
Submitted by:
Planning
Responsibility:
Planning

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (8)
Submitted by:
Planning
Responsibility:
Planning

Correspondence (No Business)

Motions

Mot (21)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
Neil O'Byrne

"That this Area Committee requests the Chief Executive to outline what measures are available to the planning authority to seek the enhancement of the grounds surrounding the Old Schoolmasters House in Lucan Village, noting that this property falls within the Lucan Village Architectural Conservation Area; and further requests the planning authority, if feasible, to contact the owners in this regards."

Mot (22)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
Neil O'Byrne

"That this Area Committee requests the Chief Executive to provide a detailed update, for discussion, on the examination of planning enforcement complaints relating to the erection of gates at Weirview Cottages which enclose and prevent access to land which was habitually open to and used by the public during the preceding 10 years; and which are further detrimental to the character of Weirview Cottages, all 20 of which Protected Structures; and which forms part of an Architectural Conservation Area."

Transportation

Questions

Qu (10)
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
William Purcell

"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?"

Qu (11)
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
William Purcell

"To ask the Chief Executive, on behalf of Lucan Planning Council to provide extra parking spaces for Lucan Village. Lucan Planning Council are proposing an area that can provide for up to fifty extra vehicles close to the village. Their proposal is to use the road space of the existing bus lane opposite the Ball Alley Pub. This space is available after 9.30 AM when the bus lane ceases?"

 

This item is being closed off as per email BR 12/07/17

WP to bring HI with report regarding same later in 2017. (54575)

Qu (12)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
Jim Kennelly

"To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the planned workshop/briefing agreed during discussion on motion 52773 at the March meeting of this Committee in relation to options for traffic management in Palmerstown Village (north of N4)."

Qu (13)
Submitted by:
Councillor D. O'Brien
Responsibility:
Tony O Grady

"To ask the Chief Executive for a report on what housing estates and roads listed for footpath repairs in the Lucan LEA will be completed this year and in 2018."

Qu (14)
Submitted by:
Councillor E. O'Brien
Responsibility:
Caitriona Lambert

"To ask the Chief Executive to update this committee on efforts to progress the village improvement scheme and in particular if new drawings are available for the proposed changes to the Village Green?

Qu (15)
Submitted by:
Councillor E. O'Brien
Responsibility:
John Coughlan

"That this Area Committee ask the Chief Executive when the next phase of the Willsbrook cycle scheme will commence and when drawings will be made available in relation to it?"

Qu (16)
Submitted by:
Councillor G. O'Connell
Responsibility:
William Purcell

"To ask the Chief Executive for an update on my previous requests for gates or a wall at the eastern end of the laneway between the Coppice and Kennelsfort Road and that the Chief Executive make a statement on when it will be done?"

Qu (17)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
William Purcell

"To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the plans to install safe crossing on Main Lucan Road at Ardeevin as agreed by this area committee as per my passed previous motion?"

Headed Items

H-I (16)
Submitted by:
William Purcell
Responsibility:
William Purcell

HGV Restriction Signage - June ACM

commitment in May ACM - 53912

H-I (17)
Submitted by:
Transportation
Responsibility:
Transportation

Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads (no business)

H-I (18)
Submitted by:
Transportation
Responsibility:
Transportation

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (9)
Submitted by:
Transportation
Responsibility:
Transportation

Correspondence (No Business)

Motions

Mot (23)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Tony O Grady

Cathaoirleachs Business

"This committee recognises the continuous work carried out by the department in relation to footpath repairs. This committee asks the Chief Executive to provide a detail report on the average response time from initial notification to completion. Also to report on the number of footpath repairs that remain outstanding in LEA to date."

Mot (24)
Submitted by:
Councillor D. O'Brien
Responsibility:
Tony O Grady

"That this area committee asks the Chief Executive for an updated report on the lane cleaning schedule in the Palmerstown area and for this report to have when the council will spray the weeds in the lane's as they are out of control in some area's."

Mot (25)
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Lavelle
Responsibility:
William Purcell

"That this Committee expresses it thanks to traffic engineering staff for providing proposals to the last meeting of this Committee to enhance ‘Safe Routes to School’ in the Lucan Road/Chapel Hill area; however noting the feedback from school parents, requests the Chief Executive:

  • To provide funding to widen the footpath on the north side of Lucan Road, immediately west of the entrance to St. Ed’s hospital, noting parents’ concerns that the proposal for raised kerb may present a trip hazard, particularly where groups of kids are walking together;
  • To conduct a Section 38 consultation later this year on the proposal for a redesign of the junction of Lucan Road and Chapel Hill to remove the slip road (while very welcome) so as to ensure a chance for input from the broader community."
Mot (26)
Submitted by:
Councillor G. O'Connell
Responsibility:
William Purcell

"That this area committee asks if the Chief Executive could request a site meeting on Mill Lane/Old Lucan road with representatives of Stewarts Hospital and local residents to agree the location for the proposed pedestrian crossing and to identify footpath repairs, parking and other traffic issued that will address the safety concerns of Stewarts Hospital Users Council."

Mot (27)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Tony O Grady

"That this area committee requests of the Chief Executive to advise if the repair work on the safety barrier could be completed as it has been reported that a tie wrap is currently tied around the railings."

Libraries & Arts

Headed Items

H-I (19)
Submitted by:
Libraries & Arts
Responsibility:
Libraries & Arts

Library News & Events

H-I (20)
Submitted by:
Libraries & Arts
Responsibility:
Libraries & Arts, Bernie Meenaghan

Application for Arts Grants (no grants)

H-I (21)
Submitted by:
Libraries & Arts
Responsibility:
Libraries & Arts

NEW WORKS (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (10)
Submitted by:
Libraries & Arts
Responsibility:
Libraries & Arts

Correspondence (No Business)

Motions

Mot (28)
Submitted by:
Councillor G. O'Connell
Responsibility:
Bernie Meenaghan

"To compliment the Chief Executive for the procurement of a premises, the County Architect, the County Librarian, the Library Staff and all associated with fitting out to a very high standard the ground-breaking Digital Hub in Palmerstown which has brought to fruition commitments given to the Palmerstown Community by the then Dublin County Council as far back as 1979 and to compliment the Palmerstown Community Council for their dignified campaign over the years."

Mot (29)
Submitted by:
Councillor E. O'Brien
Responsibility:
Bernie Meenaghan

"That this area committee congratulates the officials and staff of South Dublin County Council and all volunteers involved in the Ruaille Buaile festival and noting its continued success examines ways to broaden the festival and attract more residents into Griffeen Valley Park during the festival."

Economic Development

Headed Items

H-I (22)
Submitted by:
Economic Development
Responsibility:
Economic Development

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (11)
Submitted by:
Economic Development
Responsibility:
Economic Development

Correspondence (No Business)