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Minutes of Meeting 22nd January, 2023
Libraries & Arts
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Application for Arts Grants (no business)
Library News & Events
NEW WORKS (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"That this Area Committee calls on the Libraries Dept to trial a Street Library in Tymon Park, Sean Walsh and Dodder Valley Park. The Street Library would include weather proof cabinet full of books, a seating area with a canvas weather cover, to enhance the enjoyment of Park users?"
Economic Development
Questions
"To ask the CEO when does he now expect construction work to commence on the Tallaght Heritage Centre; will he confirm the schedule to be followed and will he make a full statement?"
"To ask the CEO to confirm when all works under the new Stand at Tallaght Stadium will be completed; will he state what plans are in place for the units and will he make a statement?"
"Can the Manager report on when the PA system will be upgraded at Tallaght Stadium as the current PA system can not be heard at matches?"
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New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"To ask SDCC to reconsider purchasing the Ulster Bank in the Tallaghts Village, I don't think we have enough amenities and I think this empty building in a prime location would make a great facility for our growing community?"
"To ask the management if there are plans for the use of murals and local artists work on the grey walls of the Tallaght stadium? Similar has been done in other football club grounds, such as Phibsborough (see picture attached). Not only does this brighten up the area, it gives opportunity for local artists to work in collaboration with the council and the club?"
Performance & Change Management
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New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Corporate Support
Questions
"Can the Manager make a report to this Area Committee as to when the upgrade works, outside the main entrance to County Hall and Library Square, will be completed?"
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New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Environment
Questions
"Given that Public Real committed, in a reply to my question at the April 2023 meeting of the Tallaght Area Committee, to meet with local groups, sports clubs and Elected Representatives, to consult on the matter of the Kingswood Sports Hub and to discuss all the issues involved with same, can the Manager now commit to a date for the said meeting?"
"That Management report to the Tallaght ACM on talks with St Kevin's/ Killian's GAA Club and outline the next steps and timelines for any agreed actions?"
"To ask the CEO will he present a report on the operation of the Astro facility in Sean Walsh Park; will he confirm the level of usage so far and what is being done to promote its availability and will he make a statement?"
"To ask the CEO if he would now respond to the many calls from Clubs and Groups in the Kingswood area to hold a meeting to discuss the whoe issue of a Sporting Hub; will he appreciate the importance of the issue to the local community and make a statement?"
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New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Water & Drainage
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New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Public Realm
Questions
"Can the builders waste outside Glenview Park on the main road into Tallaght Village facing Castlepark surrounded by a barrier be removed as this has been in situ since September at that time it was just builders waste there is now domestic waste being added?"
"Could the Manager make a report as to when the Art Installation for Glenview Roundabout will be installed?"
"Will the Manager make a report to this Area Committee regarding the actual numbers of Park Rangers in Tymon Park and will he confirm that there is a full weekend Ranger service available in Tymon Park?"
"To ask the management if an appropriate fencing or barrier can be erected around the field in Árd Mór (pictures attached). This field is routinely occupied by local kids playing sports. The lack of barrier creates dangers as kids can easily access the road, cars could easily swerve onto the field, and when young people are playing, the ball can easily go onto the road. Parents should feel their kids are safe in the estate and this would improve the safety around the area?"
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New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence(No Business)
Community
Questions
"To ask the CEO what actions are being taken to ensure that 2024 is the last year when the people of Tallaght will be left without a St Patricks Day Parade; will he appreciate the widespread disappointment throughout the Tallaght community especially when one considers that other local areas in the County will have Parades; will he give assurances and make a statement?"
"Is there any update on the process with Árd Mór community centre? There are thousands of local kids between árd mór and MacUilliam who are left without community centre facilities in their local vicinity. The space available in Árd Mór should be utilised as soon as possible?.
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New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Housing
Questions
"To ask the Manager is there an update on the timeline of when the historic bridge will be rebuilt on the Sean Walsh Park age friendly housing site?"
"To ask the CEO when he now expects the Age Friendly Housing development at the Weir, Whitestown, to be completed and in reporting will he say how work on allocations of the units is progressing and will he make a statement?"
"Can the Manager report the turnaround time on vacant houses that are back in council stock?"
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Housing Delivery Report
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Planning
Questions
"Following on from residents in Kingswood winning a high court judicial review against An Bord Pleanala in which a ruling was set out that a mast located on Sylvan Drive, Kingswood was to be removed and all ground works to be fully reinstated to its original state by the 16thJan 2024 , they removed the mast at a later date than instructed They have to date not returned to reinstate the groundwork. Grass verges unearthed and concrete path with cones over the wires and holes. Can or has SDCC contact cellnex/cignal to bring this area back to the standard they originally found it?"
To ask the CEO following the High Court Judgement between the Kingswood Heights Mast Opposition Committee, an Bord Pleanala and Cignal Infrastructure Limited, will the Council ensure compliance of this judgement in relation to the now illegal structure in place on council green space, and if they could reinstate all groundwork back to the original state.
"To ask the CEO to present a full report on all contacts he has received in respect of the Masts at Kingswood Heights; will he give details and make a statement?"
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New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Transportation
Questions
"Can the Manager make a report to this Area Committee regarding the upgrade to LED public lighting in the areas of Tallaght Central that are experiencing long delays in maintenance due to the age of the old lights and lack of availability of spare parts. Could the Manager also give details of any discussion with ESB Networks regarding the upgrading of cable works?"
"To ask the Manager to update on any plans for bus shelters on the Seskin View Road?"
"To ask the Manager if there is any update regarding the Council's Enforcement Notice with LIDL regarding obligations given re the Belgard site and if any updates can be given?"
"There are many footpaths in Belgard heights that have been flagged with me as trip hazards, I am wondering if a timeline of when remedial works will be carried out at this location and if a statement could be made on how the roadworks funds will be spent?"
"Is there a timeline for when the D24 cycle network will be complete in Tallaght?"
"To ask the CEO to present a full report on all actions he is taking to deal with the concerns of the community in respect of works on Firhouse Road West; will he update members on the most recent works and also confirm works yet to be completed and make a statement?"
"To ask the chief executive to re-assess Corbally Heath, Citywest for traffic management strategies such as ramps to be installed on the road. This is being frequently brought up by residents, and other roads in the vicinity including Corbally Avenue with far less traffic already have ramps installed?"
"Can the manager make a report on the road at brookview rise as it floods when it rains causing problems for residents in the area?"
"Can the Manager report on the cycle lane at firhouse road west to killinarden, Lighting on this section of the road is bad?"
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“Proposed Extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over Laneway at rear of 3,5,1 & 1A Tymonville Court, Tallaght, Dublin 24 (RT-4-364)”.
Castletymon Road South, Active Travel Scheme Part 8 Launch
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
"Given the ongoing issues experienced in the Tallaght Area with increasing numbers of out of order public lighting and the longstanding delays on getting issue's resolved can a resolution be found for this as in some locations the lack of light is causing huge issues?"
"That this area committee agrees to ask the manager to prepare a report into safety concerns coming from residents in Springfield; in relation to the Centra store getting deliveries from 45-55ft articulated vehicles serving a residential area bringing safety and noise ordinance compliance into question?"
"Following on from a public meeting in August regarding the road works on firehouse road west a request not to narrow the entrance to Dale park was a request made by the community This was SDCC's response 1. Retain a wide entry/exit at the junction from Dalepark Road onto Firhouse Road West and to formalise a left and right turn on Dalepark Road through the use of on-road lining. 2. Extend the yellow box on Firhouse Road West at the junction with Dalepark Road to allow more vehicles exit onto Firhouse Road West at peak times. As part of this the Council will continue to monitor the junction and will assess if there are benefits in making this a signalised junction, however, this could further impact on traffic on Firhouse Road West. I have attached a photo of how it looks now and I would request that given the havoc that this has caused for road users it be reversed back to its original format?"