Confirmation & Re-affirmation of February Minutes.

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That the area committee agrees to write to the HSE and Department of Health to request an update on the provision of public health nurse services in the North Clondalkin/Lucan area, and to ask for them to provide information to councillors regarding the numbers of babies and children that have so far not received their check-ups from 2020-2025, and that councillors demand that every effort is made to ensure that these services are re-instated.

That this Council writes to Waterways Ireland regarding a number of boats that appear to be abandoned along the Grand Canal between the 12th Lock and the Hazelhatch Bridge heading towards Kildare. Since the opening of the 12th Lock greenway and canal walkway the area has seen a significant increase in users including cyclists, walkers, runners, families and children. While this investment has created a very positive recreational amenity it has been noted that several boats along this stretch appear to have been left unattended for some time. Unlike abandoned vehicles on roads which can be removed under the Litter Warden Act there does not appear to be a clear public process for dealing with abandoned boats. Accordingly, the Council should request that Waterways Ireland outline the current procedure for identifying and removing abandoned boats and confirm whether there are any plans to address the boats currently located along this section of the canal in order to protect the visual amenity of this well-used recreational route. In addition, given the significant increase in public use of this section of the canal since the walkway opened the Council should also ask whether Waterways Ireland has carried out a recent audit of the lifebuoys along this stretch and whether additional lifebuoys are planned as it appears more may now be required for safety purposes.

That this Committee requests that the Chief Executive facilitate the scheduling of a meeting of the Liffey Valley Special Amenity Area Order (LVSAAO) Monitoring Committee as soon as possible noting that it has now been over a year since the last meeting was held in January 2025 and that no meetings took place during the previous council term. Given the importance of this Monitoring Committee and the purpose for which it was originally established to oversee and protect the Liffey Valley Special Amenity Area it is essential that the Committee meets regularly to ensure appropriate oversight and engagement between the relevant local authorities. While it is acknowledged that discussions are ongoing regarding the realignment of membership between South Dublin County Council and Fingal County Council this issue should not impede the Committee from meeting in the interim given the importance of the matters it was established to monitor. The report should therefore also outline the next steps and timeline for reconvening the Committee so that the work of the Monitoring Committee can resume without further delay.

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To ask the manager for an update on completion date for Lucan Village Enhancement Scheme

To ask the Chief Executive for a list of locations identified for the installation of public EV charging facilities in the ACM area?

Can the Chief Executive confirm how many dog licences have been issued in the Lucan area over the past five years and provide a year-by-year breakdown to indicate whether there has been an increase in the number of licences issued during that period?

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Cathaoirleach's Business

That, following the recent agreement signed by the four Dublin local authorities with ePower, the Chief Executive report to this Committee with an outline plan for the rollout of EV charging infrastructure in the Lucan Electoral Area.

To request the Manager to ensure that Lucan Village Green is planted with a generous number of semi mature trees this Spring (aligned as closely as possible with the architect's original designs shown to the public during the consultation process) both to replace the recently felled trees in number, and to uphold the intended vision for the new green, enhancing the area's environmental quality through increased tree cover.

"This committee, in keeping with its own target of providing glass recycling facilities within 1km of residential properties, now agrees to examine suitable locations at or near to the Crossings, Adamstown, and in the proximity / near to Lidl, Shackleton for the installation of additional Bring Banks for glass collection."

That this Committee requests the Chief Executive to confirm when the proposed public consultation will take place in relation to the boardwalk element of the Canal Urban Loop Greenway and to outline the mechanism by which this consultation will be carried out including how residents, local groups and stakeholders will be informed and given the opportunity to engage with the proposals.

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To ask the Chief Executive to provide pitch drainage and carrying‑capacity data for SDCC‑managed playing pitches within the Lucan Area Committee boundary.

To ask the Chief Executive to provide pitch playability data for SDCC pitches within the LPNC Area Committee boundary, including the weekly playability status (ON/OFF) as recorded in the Council's published pitch playability notices for 2025 and to date, in tabular format by pitch.

To ask the manager for an update on the current status of the pitch upgrade works at Griffeen Park, Haydens Lane site to give clarity on projected completion date and when it can be returned to use by the local club.

Can the Chief Executive outline how many trees were planted in the Lucan area during 2025 and what tree planting programmes are planned for 2026? In addition can a breakdown of locations be provided along with details of any other biodiversity or environmental projects planned for the Lucan area.

Following the previous motion raised regarding the potential introduction of a labyrinth-type feature in Vesey Park can the Chief Executive confirm whether any further examination or consideration has taken place regarding the feasibility of introducing such a feature in Vesey Park or another suitable park within the Lucan area?

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To call on the Manager to install an automatic, self-cleansing accessible public toilet in Lucan village, ideally on the area adjacent to the built-out pavement at Lucan Village Green, in front of Muintir na Tíre.

To ask the manager to agree to the inclusion of solar bins, to be located in proximity to the below sites, as part of phase 3 in 2027; Supervalu Lucan - The Crossings - Adamstown Train Station - Lidl in Shackleton - Lucan Leisure Campus - Griffeen Valley Park (at Haydens Lane)

To ask the Manager for full details of any social housing (including age-friendly housing) planned for the Lucan area in 2026, outside of delivery of units in the SDZ.

To ask the manager to provide a tabular breakdown of the current Energy Retrofit Programme - the number of properties on the list by LEA, their status (for inspection / approved for works) and a breakdown of the list of scheduled works and their estates within the Lucan LEA.

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That the Chief Executive investigate the option of purchasing the tenanted apartment block currently for sale at Chaplain's Terrace, off Neilstown Road in North Clondalkin, with the purpose of turning existing HAP/RAS tenancies into social homes with the possibility of cost rental options for those tenants who do not qualify for social housing.

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To ask the Chief Executive whether the Community Section has experience of indoor community facilities being used for dog training sessions, either within the county or in other local authority areas. If such use has not previously occurred can the Chief Executive outline whether this would be considered feasible in principle and whether the Council would be open to considering a request of this nature should it be brought forward by an organised group subject to appropriate conditions and management arrangements.

To ask the manager for a list of the outstanding pothole repairs still to be completed in Palmerstown Fonthill with a corresponding date for expected completion.

To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the audit of public lighting performed in Woodfarm Acres estate in January 2026 and if he will make a statement on the matter

To ask the Chief Executive for a progress report and an expected finish date for the boundary fence outside Ballyowen estate in Lucan, adjacent to the R136

Now that Taking in Charge (TIC) has taken place in areas of The Paddocks can the Chief Executive confirm which previously raised Traffic Management Matters (TMM) requests can now be progressed and provide a breakdown of the locations and an indicative programme for when these measures may be carried out?

Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads

(i) Post Public Consultation Report of the Taking in Charge of the An Tearmann Road, Waterstown Avenue, Palmerstown.

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Cathaoirleach's Business

That this Committee call for the provision of school wardens at Lucan Community National School, Gaelscoil Naomh Pádraig, and Esker Educate Together, to support a safe route to school during peak school hours.

That the Chief Executive arrange for footpath repairs on Wheatfield Road in Palmerstown.

This Committee agrees that recent works to alleviate the water attenuation problems outside St Kevin's Community College on the Fonthill Road is not sufficient and asks the manager to come up with a permanent long term solution

That the Manager provide a traffic assessment of Adamstown Boulevard and surrounding junctions, particularly during school drop-off and collection times for schools in the Adamstown area, and examine whether additional traffic management measures, pedestrian crossings, or traffic calming interventions are required to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

This committee agrees to install a pedestrian crossing from Palmerstown Park to Palmerstown retail centre.

That the Chief Executive arrange for inspection and trimming of the hedge in the public realm at Lucan Heights, as referenced in Members' Rep 1911583, to address the obstruction currently impacting residents' safe access and visibility when entering and exiting their home.

Can the Chief Executive seek clarification regarding the Careline premises located within the Clonburris SDZ specifically to confirm that there are no current plans to change the use of the centre or introduce residential development on these lands? This matter was raised at a previous briefing and clarification is requested to ensure that the centre remains in place and that the lands continue to support facilities serving the younger population, particularly in terms of education, youth services and recreational provision.

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That this Committee noting that the Adamstown Community Centre was originally designed to allow for a future extension requests that the Chief Executive provide an update on the potential expansion of the building to accommodate the growing demand for community space in the area. Given the continued and significant population growth across Adamstown and the wider Lucan area this Committee asks that the Council examine options to progress the extension of the centre as originally envisaged and provide an indicative cost feasibility assessment and timeline with a view to including the project in a future Capital Programme.

To ask the manager to detail suggestions to work with businesses in Lucan Village post completion of works to indicate they are open for business.

To ask the Manager what actions has SDCC taken in the last 12 months regarding the joint feasibility work with Fingal County Council to reopen the Silver Bridge in the Liffey Valley.

To ask the Chief Executive for an update on progress with regard to the Silver Bridge, including discussions with Fingal County Council and if he will make a statement on the matter.

New Works (No Business)

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That the CEO look into the possibility of development of a Council owned enterprise centre in Lucan/Adamstown that could be rented by the Council to social enterprises, charities and NGOs that currently rent or seek to rent space in community centres for the purpose of offices for their staff and equipment, so as to free up additional space in community centres for flexible and the widest possible multi community use, and to ensure the planned Library/Civic building is not carved out for occupation and use by organisations for locating staff and equipment.

That SDCC commit to meeting with the operators of Rafting Ireland and the Canoe Centre at Palmerstown Mills to explore supports it can offer to further use the River Liffey from Lucan to Palmerstown to promote eco, sports and recreational water based tourism in the County.

To ask the Chief Executive for an overview of the number of visitors to Palmerstown Library and the scope for additional opening hours for the library

Library News & Events

Arts Programme Update

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