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Minutes from Tallaght Area Committee Meeting 23rd September, 2024.
Performance & Change Management
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Correspondence
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Corporate Support
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Environment
Questions
"To ask the Manager for an update on the request for CCTV for Montpelier Estate and what action has been taken since last discussed in TAC in relation to the constant illegal dumping?"
"Can the Manager report on plans for CCTV for dumping black spots?"
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Water & Drainage
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Public Realm
Questions
"Is there any structural or open area available in the Tallaght area i.e. Parks for local beekeepers to set up and raise a hive?" As benefits include helping with the eco system environment.
"This Area Committee calls on the Manager to install a proper footpath, alongside the boundary wall of the Circle K Garage, at the Square, facing Cookstown Way. This area is used as a desire line, across the green space, by a large amount fans coming and going to Tallaght Stadium?"
"Could the Manager make a report to this Area Committee detailing the number of bookings made by individual clubs for use of the Pavilion in Dodder Valley Park over the past twelve months?"
"To ask the Manager how much is it costing the Council to remove illegal dumping across Tallaght annually with a breakdown between Tallaght South & Tallaght Central to also include the breakdown of costs of specific blackspots areas?"
"To ask the Manager to honour the commitment made to hold a long overdue meeting with the Kingswood residents and all relevant stakeholders involved in the Kingswood sports Hub proposal and to set a date for this meeting as soon as possible?"
"To ask the Manager if they will engage with Kilnamanagh clean and green residents association, to identify potential areas for wild flower meadows?"
"Can the Manager look into making benches available in killinarden park as a memorial bench with a plaque on bench to remember loved ones from the area?"
"Can the manager report on making bohernabreena cemetery one way system as the narrow road on way in is causing problems for drivers going in and exiting the same gate. If the manager can look in to this?"
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Motions
"Can the green area on Firhouse Road West just opposite the playground be considered for wildflower patch it's very prominent location in Aylesbury and looks unkept currently?"
"Following on from the success and high usage of the dog park in Sean Walsh Park , I would like to request that SDCC explore the option of a Dog Run in Dodder Valley Park - I get a lot of messages from people who love DVP and would love this as an addition to this park?"
"This Area Committee calls on the Manager to install netting in Kiltalown Park alongside the N81 to deter rock throwing from the park side?"
"Calling on SDCC to plant a tree in Jobstown park in Tallaght in memory or a young man Adam Muldoon who lost his life there?"
Community
Questions
"Can the manager report on lighting inside the grounds of the Tallaght Leisure Centre as some patrons have said the area is very dark at night when leaving?"
"What is the plan for the play ground next to Jobstown community centre?"
"Can the Manager report on the feedback from interested parties on Tallaght St Patrick's day festival for 2025?"
"To ask the Manager what plans are in place in relation to the old playground beside the Jobstown Community Centre. The playground is now derelict and a plan needs to be put in place to use the ground for the benefit of the community?"
"Can the Manager outline the procedure that will be in place for the use of the new all weather pitch at Belgard Community Centre and will local clubs with no all weather pitch access be prioritised?"
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Housing
Questions
"Could the Manager make a report to this Area Committee regarding the number of Garda Clearance checks outstanding for people in the Tallaght area who have either had an allocation or transfer offer from South Dublin County Council and the average waiting time for Clearance to come back from An Garda Siochana?"
"To ask the Manager what is the average cost of a full kitchen replacement in the Tallaght Area, a breakdown of Labour & kitchen supplied to be included?"
"How many people are currently availing of homeless accommodation in the Tallaght area?"
"What is the average time of someone entering homeless accommodation to being housed in alternative accommodation currently?"
"Can the Manager report on the upgrade of Hazel hill halting site. And make a report on how many units are in use and report on the general site in detail?"
"Can the Manager make a report on the broadband problem at Catherine's row in killinarden as all the residents have no access to broadband as the builder on the site did not leave any cable for supply?"
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Motions
"This Area Committee commends the efforts of numerous stakeholders, the Council and residents who are actively tackling levels of antisocial behaviour and illegal dumping in MacUilliliam estate. However, to effectively address these issues, we call upon the Manager to work across all departments and develop more comprehensive strategies. By working together, to implement additional measures to ensure a safer and cleaner environment for all residents in the estate?"
Planning
Questions
"I am asking for some information from TAC, Is there any wildlife specific to the Tallaght area?"
"What is the planned day of removal for the mast on Fortunestown Way facing Tallaght Leisure Centre?"
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Motions
"This Area Committee calls on the Manager to instruct Cellnex to remove the Mast and associated Cabinet, located on Tymon North Road (planning ref S25419/08) when the three year Final Grant permission extinguishes on the 30th March, 2025?"
Transportation
Questions
"To ask the Manager - how many estates in Tallaght Central and Tallaght South are due to be taken in charge and when should this be happening?"
"Could the Manager make a report to this Area Committee regarding the numbers of pothole repairs requested by Tallaght Councillors and the numbers of repairs carried out since those reports were made?"
"Can the Manager review junctions At the yield signs at sundale heights sundale park and sundale parade cars are not stopping causing this to be a dangerous junction. Could the junctions be looked at?"
"To ask the Manager are there any plans to carry out upgrade works on the footpath on the left hand side of the Old Bawn Road from Ahernes down to the lights at the N81?"
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“2025 Winter Service Plan”.
"Taking-in Charge-Edenbrook & Citywest Avenue".
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Motions
"The paving outside cafe Aon Sceal is very dangerous there is lots of trip hazards can this be upgraded and made safe?"
"This Area Committee calls on the Manager to urgently investigate the dangerous traffic situation around Tallaght schools during drop-off and pick-up times and develop a plan to mitigate the danger to children and parents?"
"This area committee asks the manager to conduct a *traffic and pedestrian flow survey* at Scoil Santain National School in Tallaght during peak hours (8:50am and 2:30pm) to identify the most problematic areas and implement appropriate safety measures? These measures could include but are not limited to: Traffic calming systems, Improved pedestrian crossings, School crossing patrols, or Enhanced signage and visibility for drivers and pedestrians?"
"This area committee calls on the manager to acknowledge the negative impact the lack of street lights is having around areas of Tallaght due to the delays in the street light upgrade programme currently under way, and asks that a solution is reached to tackle particularly bad areas affected?"
Libraries & Arts
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Application for Arts Grants.
No updates since the last ACM.
Library News & Events
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Economic Development
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