Headed Items
Confirmation and Re-Affirmation of Minutes of May 2023 ACM
Planning
Questions
To ask the manager for an update on the planned opening time for Airlie Park and if a statement can be made on the matter.
To ask the Chief Executive Officer for an update on information available to it about the road cleaning schedule around the construction of The Crossings. Residents in the Stratton area of Adamstown perceive that road cleaning is not as frequent as it had been previously and that there is more dust on windows etc. of homes nearby.
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Motions
That the Chief Executive outlines proposals to facilitate a managed and safe access at the opening between the green and the new part of Somerton as raised previously.
Moved with Debate
Transportation
Questions
To ask the manager to provide an update on Members Rep 1764407 from November 2022 that requested dishing of kerbsides at the junction of Riversdale Avenue and Riverview in Palmerstown to enable the safe crossing of all who cannot navigate the high kerbside. The matter was to be inspected and reported on by the Roads Inspector and no further communication has been received.
To ask the Manager why the Yellow box at the entrance/exit to Whitethorn estate in Palmerstown has not been repainted even after previous commitments to do so and is there a new realistic timeframe for the repainting of this yellow box that enables residents to leave their estate on the congested Cloverhill road, northbound.
To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on when the Lucan Village Green, Demesne and Weir Works are due to take place and when a detailed design will be made available.
To ask the manager for an update on the Canal Loop Urban Greenway cycle project works timeline, and if there has been any development toward Phase 2 of this project that will explore a connection to St Catherine's Park via Vesey Park in the Summer of 2023 as indicated per previous responses provided?
To ask the Chief Executive to re examine the road surface along the Newcastle road as a number of utility lids/shores have dipped in the road and its resulting in cars driving around them to avoid damage to the car. Could the Chief Executive also make a statement as to whether there has been an increase in utility shores along the Newcastle over the last few years given the volume of development in the area over the same period.
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads (No Business)
Salt Bin Strategy
Motions
To call on the manager to upgrade the footpaths on Hillcrest Road on the court/grove side, serious trip hazards and Hillcrest Heights
This committee seeks a further update in regards to the plans around the site for proposed GCC. I'm regularly contacted by locals highlighting the traffic congestion along the Griffeen Avenue and asks if examination of the new plans for the new school site (Griffeen Community College) can be revisited. See one example of emails revived regarding traffic challenges in the area.
That the Chief Executive, following on from Motion 10 on 11/04/21 outlines a timescale for improvement of walkways in the vicinity of the green at Hillcrest Heights and Hillcrest Park, given that the access point from Gandon Park and the southern part of The Paddocks, which is used a lot, appears to be substantially overgrown
"That the manager now extends the yellow junction box in line with the path on either side at the entrance to Sarsfield Park, Lucan (continuously highlighted by residents) and raised on 20/10/21 and subsequently agreed at Traffic Management meeting in Nov 2022 (Members Rep ID - 1679354)."
Motion Falls
That the Chief Executive considers inserting a footpath between Wheatfield and Collinstown Grove alongside the edge of Collinstown Park to improve connectivity.
Moved without Debate
That the Chief Executive Officer give a report on the Canal Loop Greenway and that part for which the Part 8 was approved by the Council last November 2022 and for there to be a discussion on the up to date situation regarding implementation of the Part 8 including detailed design, tendering, commencement, and completion of works etc.
That this Area Committee agrees to write to the National Transport Authority calling on them to provide Bus Shelters for bus users on both sides of Kennelsfort Road on the very busy 28 and 18 Bus Services in both Directions.
Motion Falls
To call on the manager to improve permeability by installing an additional path way at the location of Esker Road Crossing. Image Attached
Moved without Debate
This committee requests that further maintenance be carried out on both sides of the Cold Cut Road from the M50 overbridge to the Railway overbridge. This is still manly a rural road and while the hedges are quite attractive they and the grass verges get out of control very quickly. Can it be put on the regular maintenance programme, please.
Motion Falls
Libraries & Arts
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Libraries News & Events
Application for Arts Grants (No Business)
Economic Development
Questions
To ask the manager how many uptakes there has been on shop front grants in Lucan Village
To ask the Chief Executive for an update on Grand Canal Green Way extension to Hazelhatch project?
To ask the manager for an update on the Greenway project, upgrading the pedestrian pathway as far as Hazelhatch Bridge in Q.2 of 2023 and if tender submissions have been completed with respect to appointing a contractor?
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Motions
That the Chief Executive reports on recent engagement with Archaeologists from the National Monuments Service pertaining to the old graveyard in Lucan Village and agreed next steps including an intention from the Council to claim ownership given their ongoing maintenance.
Moved without Debate
Performance & Change Management
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Corporate Support
Questions
To ask the manager what is the timeframe between an applicant making a submission to register to vote online via checktheregister, and being visible and registered on the system?
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Motions
This committee request the Chief Executive for an updated report on the newly planned polling station for Adamstown: To also ask that council management and local community gardai arrange a register to vote event (similar to previous years)
Environment
Questions
To ask the Manager how many vacant plots in Mill Lane Allotments have been offered/accepted/refused for the current year 2023. Pictures attached show 7 vacant plots at Mill Lane Allotments.
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Motions
"In welcoming the compulsory purchase of the old 'Farmers Site' on St.Mark's Green, this council now agrees to adequately secure the site as a matter of urgency, to allay local residents concerns in relation to trespassing, fires and illegal dumping within the site boundary."
Motion Falls
That the Chief Executive, noting criticism on social media about the perceived lack of action on litter and graffiti in and around Griffeen Valley Park, Griffeen Shopping Centre and surrounding areas, outlines what the resourcing or other issues are leading to delays of two weeks or more to get a response.
Water & Drainage
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Public Realm
Questions
To ask the Chief Executive for an update on where tree maintenance works are taking place over the next two quarters, including completion of estates which were commenced and not finished such as Earlsfort.
To ask the Chief Executive to outline, in policy terms, the rationale for providing additional lighting along footpaths in Parks such as Griffeen Valley and Tandy's Lane, given that quite a number of residents have queried the additional need, while noting previous comments by management in relation to protecting biodiversity and local wildlife; and if a statement can be made on the matter.
To ask the Manager for an update on works at Waterstown House, to include a timeline for roof installation as provided for in Budget 2023.
To ask for an update on the recent motion passed by this committee ( LPNC/237/M1/0423 Item ID:78468 - Glenaulin Park Shared Facility) seeking a meeting with the Ballyfermot Drimnagh LEA.
To ask the Chief Executive for an update of the electric gates at Griffeen park Newcastle road and Haydend lane, to include mechanism to be used.
Correspondence
Correspondence(No Business)
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Motions
That the Chief Executive ensures that the landscaping and finish due to take place on the Black Path near St Ronan's estate is completed in the coming 4 weeks, and including the collection of the large deposits of soil and rubble in the area.
Moved without Debate
This committee requests that the Chief Executive agrees with the public desire to keep the new refit of the original red bridge in Finians by keeping the design red as requested by many locals in the area. This bridge is locally known as the 'Red Bridge' and to change its colour would simply go against the request of those living in the vicinity of the bridge See attached a sample of the requests I'm receiving
That the Chief Executive arrange to have the footpaths litter picked/swept on Shancastle Avenue and for this to be coordinated with the road sweeper schedule.
That the tree, surrounding grass margin and footpath (address supplied) be examined and action taken to bring both the grass margin and footpath to a satisfactory standard as soon as possible. The footpath at this location is very dangerous and a person tripped here recently and the civic minded householder had his lawn mower damaged cutting the grass verge.
Motion Falls
To call on the manager to provide a wheelchair swing in Waterstown Park and reiterate the importance of providing accessible play equipment in our park. As mentioned by Stewarts Care Clients " I think it is really unfair that children with particular disabilities are confined to simply watching other children use the equipment that is already there. In particular, as Waterstown is adjacent to Stewarts it is visited by many children with disabilities who are unable to use the existing equipment. An accessible swing would represent a relatively small investment by SDCC, but it would have a big impact as there would be a disproportionately high number of children with disabilities using Waterstown Park, as opposed to other parks, because of its proximity to Stewarts. "
That the Chief Executive explore the possibility of erecting signs in the parks in the area of this Area Committee to warn people of the presence of ticks in high grass and for those signs to include links to/QR code to the HSE information page on Lyme Disease.
Community
Questions
To ask the Chief Executive Officer for an update in relation to the processes in relation to rent of rooms or facilities or spaces in the Lucan Leisure Campus by groups or individuals, or businesses, be it for community, leisure, sporting, or commercial purposes, and if he will make a statement on the matter
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
Correspondence (No Business)
Deputations for Noting (No Business)
Motions
This committee requests the Chief Executive to provide an update on the Lucan pool regarding completion date, leisure centre and assigning clubs/organisations, what interest from clubs has been expressed to date. To also ask when the new management intend to meet local councillors.
That the Chief Executive, in advance of the final opportunity for two months in July, outlines the reasons for the latest likely additional delay for the Lucan pool works, provides a revised range estimate in terms of completion and opening dates and furthermore schedules the promised meeting between elected reps and Aura Leisure to discuss operational matters raised over the last 12 months in previous motions; and if a statement can be made on the matter.
To call on the manager to ensure a pool pod is incorporated into the new facilities being constructed at Lucan Swimming Pool, I understand currently the architect is opting for old hoist as opposed to progressive more dignified pod that can be sourced
To call on the manager to explore the possibility of implementing a trishaw project in Griffeen Park, similar to the success of Dodder Valley Acknowledging the following would need to be considered 1. A volunteer team 2. A team leader for administration, bookings, storage, maintenance, volunteer training 3. Storage, Lucan leisure centre might be an option
Housing
Questions
To ask the Chief Executive how many tenants have presented with Notices to Quit to South Dublin County Council from the area committee area since the start of 2023 and how many of these are in the process of tenant-in-situ purchase by South Dublin County Council?
To ask the manager to provide the most recent up to date information in relation to South Dublin County Council's 'Tenant-in-Situ' targets ie. the numbers now purchased and outlining the numbers at the vaious stages of the process.
To ask the Chief Executive Officer how many houses/apartments does the Council fully own in the Lucan Electoral Area, and can it break these down into the number of houses that were acquired under Part V, and the number of the houses that were purchased on the private market, and the numbers that have remained in Council ownership in estates built by the Council. Can the numbers also be broken down into North of the N4 and South of the N4 with an estimate of the number of estates that include Council owned houses.
To ask the Chief Executive Officer how many houses/apartments does the Council lease in the Lucan Electoral Area, and can it break these down into the number of houses that are leased under the Housing Assistance Payment and the number of the houses that are leased under other schemes. Can the numbers also be broken down into North of the N4 and South of the N4 with an estimate of the number of estates that include Council leased houses and if he will make a statement on the matter
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Headed Items
Quarterly Housing Delivery Report
Motions
This committee requests that the Chief Executive arrange an on-site meeting at the Sarsfields proposed age friendly site with all local cllrs as soon as possible given the summer break/next ACM will be in September.
That the Chief Executive, following on from the response given to me at the most recent full Council meeting, confirms that a liaison committee will be set up imminently for the emergency accommodation facility in Finnstown Castle Hotel, similar to those in other areas, so that residents' voices can be heard and be seen to be heard in a safe environment, supported by elected representatives, on all relevant aspects of the accommodation provided and related quality of life issues, so that areas identified for improvement, if any, can be addressed in a timely and fair manner, benchmarking similar facilities if necessary.