Agenda - 27th January 2020 Tallaght Area Committee Meeting

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Date:
27/01/2020 15:00
Location:
Council Chamber
Standing Orders:

Headed Items

H-I (1)
Submitted by:
Housing Administration
Responsibility:
Housing Administration

Minutes from Tallaght Area Committee Meeting 16th December 2019

Transportation

Questions

Qu (1)
Submitted by:
Councillor M. Duff
Responsibility:
Tony O Grady

"That this Area Committee call on the Chief Executive to make a report regarding the rollout of LED Public Lighting, in particular in relation to those areas where there was an issue with older type wiring supply, and to indicate if this issue is resolved?"

Qu (2)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Dunne
Responsibility:
William Purcell

"With regards to the new schools in Citywest, this Area Committe asks the Chief Executive to install further traffic calming measures for the purpose of increased safety of the children who are attending the Schools?

Headed Items

H-I (2)
Submitted by:
Transportation
Responsibility:
Transportation

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (1)
Submitted by:
Transportation
Responsibility:
Transportation

Correspondence (No Business)

Motions

Mot (1)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Dunne
Responsibility:
William Purcell

This Area Committee calls on the Chief Executive to listen to the concerns of the residents of Citywest Village & work with the Developer to get the existing entrance at Fortunestown Lane under planning reference SD15A/0127 closed off to vehicular traffic before the estate is taken in charge. 

Planning

Headed Items

H-I (3)
Submitted by:
Planning
Responsibility:
Planning

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (2)
Submitted by:
Planning
Responsibility:
Planning

Correspondence (No Business)

Economic Development

Questions

Qu (3)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Thomas Rooney

"To ask the CEO to present an update on plans for the development of an innovation centre on Tallaght Town Centre lands; will he confirm the schedule now being followed and will he make a statement?"

Qu (4)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Thomas Rooney

"To ask the CEO to confirm actions being taken to promote the job creation needs of Tallaght; will he detail contacts he has made in that regard and will he make a statement."

Qu (5)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Thomas Rooney

"To ask the CEO to update Members on his efforts to improve the image of Cookstown Industrial Estate; will he appreciate the importance of the Estate in respect of job creation and will he make a statement?"

Headed Items

H-I (4)
Submitted by:
Economic Development
Responsibility:
Economic Development

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (3)
Submitted by:
Economic Development
Responsibility:
Economic Development

Correspondence (No Business)

Libraries & Arts

Headed Items

H-I (5)
Submitted by:
Libraries & Arts
Responsibility:
Libraries & Arts, Bernadette Fennell

Application for Arts Grants

H-I (6)
Submitted by:
Libraries & Arts
Responsibility:
Libraries & Arts, Bernadette Fennell

Library News & Events

H-I (7)
Submitted by:
Libraries & Arts
Responsibility:
Libraries & Arts

NEW WORKS (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (4)
Submitted by:
Libraries & Arts
Responsibility:
Libraries & Arts

Correspondence (No Business)

Corporate Support

Questions

Qu (6)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Edwina Leonard

"To ask the CEO to write to Joe McHugh TD, Minister for Education and Skills, asking for an update on the Department's plans to provide new school accommodation in the Tallaght area?"

Qu (7)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Cristina Hurson

"To ask the CEO to confirm how many voters are registered on the 2020/2021 Voting Registers for Tallaght Central and Tallaght South?"

Headed Items

H-I (8)
Submitted by:
Corporate Support
Responsibility:
Corporate Support

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (5)
Submitted by:
Corporate Support
Responsibility:
Corporate Support

Correspondence (No Business)

Performance & Change Management

Headed Items

H-I (9)
Submitted by:
Performance & Change Management
Responsibility:
Performance & Change Management

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (6)
Submitted by:
Performance & Change Management
Responsibility:
Performance & Change Management

Correspondence (No Business)

Public Realm

Questions

Qu (8)
Submitted by:
Councillor T. Costello
Responsibility:
Suzanne Furlong

"To ask the CEO for an update on the N81 Improvement Scheme specifically the section from Balrothery to Tallaght Village - what is left to be done.  On the Glenview roundabout is there a sculpture to be added, also is there additional signage to be added welcoming people to Tallaght?"

Qu (9)
Submitted by:
Councillor K. Mahon
Responsibility:
Suzanne Furlong, Michael McAdam

"To ask the Chief Executive to update as to when the next phase of discussion on the Pavilion Programme will commence and the best way for clubs to make representations regarding Council provided facilities?

Qu (10)
Submitted by:
Councillor K. Mahon
Responsibility:
Suzanne Furlong, Michael McAdam

"To ask the Chief Executive to update on any proposed user of the new pavilion in Dodder Valley and the timeframe for the upgrade of pitches in the area?"

Qu (11)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

"To ask the CEO to confirm contacts he has had with Kingswood Residents Association and other interests in respect of the future of the Kingswood Tennis Courts; will he detail his current thinking in respect of the matter and will he make a statement?"

Qu (12)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Leo Magee, Suzanne Furlong

"To ask the CEO to present a further report on his dealings in respect of the Wetlands at Sean Walsh Park and will he make a statement in respect of the matter?"

Headed Items

H-I (10)
Submitted by:
Edwina Leonard
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

Draft Public Realm Improvement Works Programme 2020

H-I (11)
Submitted by:
Public Realm
Responsibility:
Public Realm

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (7)
Submitted by:
Public Realm
Responsibility:
Public Realm

Correspondence(No Business)

Motions

Mot (2)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Michael McAdam

That this TAC calls on the CEO to hold immediate discussions with the management of Tymon Bawn Football Club in respect of their dressing room accommodation needs at Brady's Field, Old Bawn Road; will he appreciate the needs of this important club in this regard and will he make a statement.

Mot (3)
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Sinclair
Responsibility:
Maire Ni Dhomhnaill

That this Area Committee identifies a suitable plot within the Tallaght Area, and makes a plan to establish a tree nursery with a view to this being the source for indigenous trees in future Council plantings.

Mot (4)
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Holohan
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

That this Area Committee calls on the Chief Executive to install a litter bin at each bus stop in areas of black spots of littering.

Environment

Questions

Qu (13)
Submitted by:
Councillor T. Costello
Responsibility:
Michael McAdam

"To ask the CEO how many fines have been issued in 2019 for Dog Fouling in the Tallaght area broken down by location?" 

Qu (14)
Submitted by:
Councillor T. Costello
Responsibility:
Michael McAdam

"To ask the CEO what frequency does the Litter Warden complete routine visits in the Tallaght area to ensure compliance with relevant SDCC by-laws  and also how many non-routine visits were carried out month by month in 2019?"

Qu (15)
Submitted by:
Councillor Sandra Fay
Responsibility:
Leo Magee, Michael McAdam

"It's been reported by residents the amount of household rubbish that's dumped beside the river between Bawnlea, Drumcarra, and Cloonmore every day is really gone over the top.  Everything from household waste to beds, electric items etc.  There are also joyriders up and down the river close to the houses.  Residents are asking are the Council to take steps to stop the cars getting in or using the cameras to monitor the illegal dumping.  It is an ongoing problem that is just escalating.  To ask the Chief Executive what are the short and longterm plans for upgrading this area of the stream?" 

Headed Items

H-I (12)
Submitted by:
Edwina Leonard
Responsibility:
Darby Mullen

Climate Change Action Plan

H-I (13)
Submitted by:
Environment
Responsibility:
Environment

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (8)
Submitted by:
Environment
Responsibility:
Environment

Correspondence (No Business)

Water & Drainage

Headed Items

H-I (14)
Submitted by:
Water & Drainage
Responsibility:
Water & Drainage

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (9)
Submitted by:
Water & Drainage
Responsibility:
Water & Drainage

Correspondence (No Business)

Housing

Questions

Qu (16)
Submitted by:
Councillor T. Costello
Responsibility:
Elaine Leech

"To ask the CEO how many vacant houses owned by SDCC are in Tallaght Area and how long have they been lying vacant broken down by 0-3 months, 3 - 6 Months, 6 - 9 Months etc.?"

Qu (17)
Submitted by:
Councillor T. Costello
Responsibility:
Neil Hanly

"To ask the CEO how many of the vacant houses in Tallaght will be ready for allocation in the first quarter of 2020 broken down by bedroom size and location?"

Qu (18)
Submitted by:
Councillor M. Duff
Responsibility:
Elaine Leech

"To ask the Chief Executive, in relation to a Council Tenant or any resident storing very large amounts of Household Rubbish in the driveway or front garden of their home, what action if any, can the Council take to remedy the situation?  Is there any consideration given to removing such accumulated rubbish if there are special circumstances involved, such as mental health or disability?"

Qu (19)
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Holohan
Responsibility:
Neil Hanly

"To ask the Chief Executive for an updated estimate for the following to be housed by South Dublin County Council:

  • 1. A family unit
  • 2. Single person
  • 3. A couple with no children?"
Qu (20)
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Holohan
Responsibility:
Elaine Leech

"To ask the Chief Executive to investigate two properties in Springfield, which seem to be fire damaged and have been sitting idle for a number of years. I would like to ask that the Council investigates who owns them and if they can be acquired?  Address supplied"

Qu (21)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Neil Hanly

"To ask the CEO if he will confirm the number of applicants of over 60 persons currently on the housing list from the Tallaght area and will he make a statement in respect of the matter?"

Qu (22)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Elaine Leech

"To ask the CEO to present a report from his Housing Department on actions proposed, following their attendance at the meeting in the Council on 10 January 2020 with a delegation from Croi Ro Naofa GAA Club, Killinarden, Tallaght, in respect of ongoing serious difficulties at their Pitches and will he make a statement?"

Qu (23)
Submitted by:
Councillor D. Richardson
Responsibility:
Neil Hanly

"To ask the Chief Executive to report on the amount of families in hubs and emergency accommodation in the Tallaght area?"

Qu (24)
Submitted by:
Councillor D. Richardson
Responsibility:
Neil Hanly

"To ask the Chief Executive to report on the current amount of rough sleepers in the Tallaght area and what support they are offered by SDCC?"

Headed Items

H-I (15)
Submitted by:
Edwina Leonard
Responsibility:
Neil Hanly

Housing Allocations Quarterly Update 2020

H-I (16)
Submitted by:
Edwina Leonard
Responsibility:
Elaine Leech

Anti-Social Quarterly Statistics 2020

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

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (10)
Submitted by:
Housing
Responsibility:
Housing

Correspondence (No Business)

Motions

Mot (5)
Submitted by:
Councillor K. Mahon
Responsibility:
Marguerite Staunton

There has been no progress on the provision of an affordable housing plan under the Fine Gael and Fianna Fail government arrangement, with further delays of an election and formation of a new Government anticipated.  This area committee calls on the Council to begin the provision of public housing on the proposed site at Killinarden and to also engage with a suitable AHB for the provision of older person housing on the site.  This work should be undertaken in conjunction with the redevelopment of Killinarden Park as a key local amenity.

Community

Questions

Qu (25)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Brian Hora

"To ask the CEO to confirm what assistance and advice he is offering to the managements of Community Centres throughout the Tallaght area in relation to the challenge of insurance costs; will he understand the concerns of many in respect of this issue and will he make a statement?"

Qu (26)
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
Brian Hora

"To ask the CEO to confirm what assistance he provides where a new Residents Association is established in the Tallaght area and will he present an update in the matter?"

Headed Items

H-I (18)
Submitted by:
Brian Carroll
Responsibility:
Brian Hora

Deputations for Noting (No Business)

H-I (19)
Submitted by:
Community
Responsibility:
Community

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence

Cor (11)
Submitted by:
Community
Responsibility:
Community

Correspondence (No Business)