Agenda - Lucan-Clondalkin ACM (2) 23rd March, 2010
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Minutes of the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee Meeting 23rd February, 2010
Environment
Questions
To ask the Manager, in the light of the unprecedented litter issues in my electoral area of Lucan/Palmerstown, to report in detail on what new initiatives this Council is proposing to help resolve this environmental scourge of litter, dumping and fly tipping?
To ask the Manager to report on what renewed efforts are being made by his department to clean the new graffiti problem in the areas within the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee? Would the Manager set out in detail the work schedules for the coming weeks/months on an area by area basis?
To ask the Manager to give an update on the provision of Bottle Banks in the North Clondalkin area, specifically the idea of a bring bank location at the Neilstown Shops?
Further to my motion at the February meeting, to thank the Manager for this Council's efforts to round-up abandoned horses on lands at Fonthill, Kishoge and Balgaddy and to ask for details of this operation to date including the number of horses seized, the number of seized horses that subsequently had to be put-down and the number of loose or abandoned horses estimated to be remaining on the lands in question?
To ask the Manager to update on my previous request at the January meeting to install a much-needed litter bin at the bus-stop on the N4 immediately west of Ballyowen Lane, Lucan?
To ask the Manager to report on the number of residents in receipt of the waste collection waiver in the Lucan area; to report on the currents delays in processing bin-waivers for qualifying residents including delays in resolving problems faced by existing waiver-holders following the introduction of the new electronic waste charge system; and to advise on how many outstanding applications/problems have yet to be processed?
To ask the Manager if all schools in the Clondalkin and Lucan area have been contacted to install 'Hippo Bags' in their toilet cisterns. How many schools have signed up to the programme?
To ask the Manager if all schools in the Clondalkin and Lucan area receive 'Green Times for Schools', and if not, can he ensure that they do so?
To ask the Manager if he can ensure that all schools in Clondalkin and Lucan receive the 'Water Conservation Pack for Schools'?
To ask the Manager if he can supply and update on the installation date for a bottle bank in Neilstown, Clondalkin?
To ask the Manager if the Council has received reports of numbers of abandoned horses on Council owned lands in Griffeen Valley Park (in the area between the railway line and the Grand Canal) and in parkland/open spaces in Clondalkin North of the railway line? What investigation has been done in response to any such reports and what actions the Council takes when horses and other abandoned animals are found on its lands?
To ask the Manager if he will provide information on ongoing work by the Cleansing Unit on litter removal, removal of illegally dumped material, and road sweeping in the following areas: Ballyowen Lane, Liffey Valley Park, Droim na Coille, Cluain Rí and Mount Andrew Estates?
Correspondence
CORRESPONDENCE
No Business
Headed Items
NEW WORKS
No Business
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
That the Manager presents a report on the shortcomings of the sewage system serving Bawnogue Cottages and the Medical Centre on Cherrywood Crescent, Clondalkin and on how best to tackle them and that he makes all relevant groups aware that it might cause considerable problems if the proposed facilities for the Bawnogue Youth & Family Support Group were attached to this sewage pipe.
That the Area Committee compliments the staff of the Customer Care and Environmental Services Departments for their work in dealing with many queries and problems reported by householders during recent weeks when the new electronic tag system was being implemented, nevertheless acknowledges that the new system experienced a considerable amount of teething problems, and requests the Manager to make an overview report at this Area Committee meeting on the roll out of the new system in the Lucan and Clondalkin Electoral Areas.
That South Dublin County Council deal with the ever growing number of horses on the land between Adamstown train station and Ronanstown, Clondalkin.
That this Committee requests the Manager to present a detailed report for discussion on the preparation of appropriate programmes of works by South Dublin County Council, the Eastern Regional Fisheries Board and the Environmental Protection Agency to address the serious concerns highlighted in the previously-adopted ‘Eastern River Basin District’ plan regarding the water quality of both the River Liffey and the River Griffeen; and in this report to include:
- A report on monitoring by this Council of the foul drainage system discharging from St. Edmundsbury Hospital via an above-surface sewer-pipe to a private treatment plant located on the River Liffey close to Lucan Boys NS;
- A further report on investigations into problems of drainage misconnections in estates in Lucan South and the resultant impact on the River Griffeen;
- A response to proposals that the River Griffeen should be subject to a relevant environmental designation such that future rezoning or development proposals in it’s catchment would require preparation of an appropriate assessment under Article 6 of the Habitats Directive 92/43/EEC;
- Details of how any proposed programmes of works following on from the ERBD plan are to be funded.
That the Manager will give a report on the difficulties experienced as a result of the changeover to the new waste collection system. Further, that a follow-up explanation will be provided to all customers who attempted/made contact with South Dublin County Council.
That the Manager would present a detailed report for discussion on the up-to-date situation regarding the difficulties, inconveniences and delays that residents in all areas within the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee continue to experience on an area by area basis on the new bin collection service, and to set out proposals to resolve all such outstanding issues, including time-scales.
That the Manager agrees to fix the water mains on Orchard Road, Clondalkin. This is proving costly to the residents and is only prolonging a bad situation. Residents are not allowed to do the work and South Dublin County Council is refusing to do it.
Community
Questions
To ask the Manager to report on the Lucan Swimming Pool project, specifically if he would provide as part of the answer to this question, the up-to-date design of the proposed new Lucan Sports and Leisure Centre, incorporating the Lucan Swimming Pool, as agreed in 2006, and as I previously discussed in detail with the Community Department and the Architect's Department?
To ask the Manager to report on ongoing discussions, meetings and progress made in preparation for the Lucan Community Festival 2010, following the successful Lucan Community Festival 2009 that I proposed in this Council in November 2007.
To ask the Manager for an update on efforts to progress the delivery of the long-awaited Palmerstown Community Centre?
To ask the Manager if he will arrange for a briefing to members before an upcoming Area Committee by the Manager/Coordinator of RUA RED, and if prior to that briefing he would repeat the request of this Committee that the management of RUA RED would consider holding an extension/outreach of some RUA RED exhibitions in suitable venues in Lucan (such as Ballyowen Castle Community Centre) and Clondalkin (such as the Civic Offices).
Headed Items
NEW WORKS
No Business
APPLICATION FOR GRANTS
Correspondence
CORRESPONDENCE
(a) Letter to Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs regarding withdrawal of funding from the Dolcain Project and the North Clondalkin Community Development Project.
(b) Letter to Deputy John Curran, Minister of State with similar request.
(c) Reply received from Private Secretary to Minister of State, Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs on Minister O'Cuív and Deputy John Curran's behalf.
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
No Business
That this Committee requests the Manager to present a further update on proposals to roll-out pro-social sporting and arts programmes in the Balgaddy area, in conjunction with the Archbishop Ryan National Schools and/or the FAI?
That this Committee supports Adamstown Cricket Club and will endeavour to provide adequate grounds within the locality.
That the Manager would present an up-to-date report for discussion on all outstanding matters relating to the development of the Palmerstown Community Centre, and what proposals have been agreed with the developer to resolve any such issues, and within what agreed time-scale.
That the Manager actively looks for a facility or lands not in use for a place to keep and look after horses. Lands around the North Clondalkin area are suitable for such a project by the Council. South Dublin County Council should take a lead on this amenity and be as pro social as possible. The Council can make an imaginative step to cater for horse lovers of the area with such an initiative.
Housing
Questions
To ask the Manager to outline the system and level of manpower resources currently allocated to tackle anti social activity in South Dublin County Council housing estates in the Lucan/Clondalkin area?
To ask the Manager to report on the number of applicants for housing in the area within the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee?
To ask the Manager to report on the numbers of applicants for grants to adapt dwellings/facilities in the area within the Lucan/Clondalkin Area Committee, including adapting housing/facilities for our senior citizens, children with special needs etc. Would the Manager report on what efforts are being made to secure alternative funding for such projects where government departments have delayed the release of funding, or what other initiatives will be explored that will help resolve the delays in delivering these much needed adaptation works?
To ask the Manager to report on recent discussions with the Department of Environment, Heritage & Local Government regarding a request for funding for the proposed redevelopment of the former shop unit site at St. Finian’s Estate, Lucan?
To ask the Manager to report on efforts to resolve reported building defects, including dampness and cold-bridging in the Balgaddy Estates and to advise on the number of units where remedial works are yet to be completed?
To ask the Manager to report on efforts to make secure the derelict piece of land adjacent to Droim Na Coille Estate, Lucan which remains the subject of dumping and anti-social behaviour?
To ask the Manager if he will make a report on the number of requests for maintenance/repairs made by South Dublin County Council tenants in (a) the Lucan Electoral Area and (b) the Clondalkin Electoral Area in the period since 1st September (excluding request for repairs to damage cause directly by the recent cold weather, such as burst pipes), and if he can give information on the number of requests which have been attended to, the number of housing units where repairs have been completed, and the number of units where work is ongoing?
Headed Items
NEW WORKS
No Business
Correspondence
CORRESPONDENCE
No Business
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
That this Committee calls on the Housing Department to urgently consult with the Clondalkin Councillors on where to site a homeless unit in the Clondalkin area.
That the Manager provides the ramp as soon as possible for a wheelchair bound tenant (address supplied) which was agreed over one year ago.
That the Manager presents a report to this Committee outlining the plans to house 10 travellers in the Newcastle area.
That the Manager would provide an up-to-date report on progress made regarding housing related issues in the Balgaddy area.
That this Area Committee, noting that the Housing Department is in the preliminary stages of seeking to identify appropriate accommodation for new homeless shelters, nonetheless recommends against the selection of No. 2 & 4 Liscarne Gardens, Clondalkin for this purpose given the immediate proximity of these houses to St. Mary's SNS and JNS, the Dochas Family Centre and Rowlagh Community Centre.
That this Area Committee, noting that the Housing Department is in the preliminary stages of seeking to identify appropriate accommodation for new homeless shelters, nonetheless recommends against the selection of No. 2 & 4 Liscarne Gardens, Clondalkin for this purpose given the immediate proximity of these houses to St. Mary's SNS and JNS, the Dochas Family Centre and Rowlagh Community Centre.
That the Manager arranges that the entrance gate to 32 Kilcronan View, Clondalkin be moved back to allow the tenants of Numbers 31 and 32 separate access to their meters and gardens.
Corporate & Library Services
Questions
To ask the Manager to write to the Minister for Education and Science Batt O'Keeffe TD, and advise to the Minister that this Council asks that he responds as a matter of urgency as to what new initiatives he proposes to introduce to short circuit the complex, prolonged, and dated system of the planning and provision of schools in our community?
To ask the Manager to write to the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Mary Coughlan TD, to request what new or renewed initiatives she is planning to introduce, including the up-grading of the successful Community Employment Schemes in Ireland. As a former Community Employment Scheme Supervisor I fully support all such initiatives introduced in our communities, including through local authorities such as South Dublin County Council, that seek to provide additional work experience, training etc. to unwaged residents, as well as benefiting the local community by proving work that supplements community services provided by authorities and agencies, including South Dublin County Council?
To ask the Manager to write to Dublin Bus to request the installation of a bus shelter on the Neilstown Road, next to Moorefield Estate, Clondalkin. This bus stop is extremely exposed to the elements. Previously, there had been a bus shelter at the location, but it was removed due to an accident with a vehicle.
To ask the Manager to write again to Dublin Bus to request installation of bus-stop shelters on Celbridge Road opposite Weston Park Estate and on both sides of Griffeen Avenue at Moy Glas Estate, Lucan; and to further propose to Dublin Bus that in light of current financial restraints, they consider relocating existing shelters from seldom-used or put-down bus-stops such as some of those on the N4 and on newer stretches of the Outer Ring Road?
To ask the Manager if he will write to Irish Rail (Kildare Route Project Team) seeking an up-to-date report on the Kildare Route Project, when it will be finished and operational, and also what are Irish Rail's plans for additional services on Hazelhatch-Heuston route?
Headed Items
NEW WORKS
No Business
LIBRARY NEWS & EVENTS
Correspondence
CORRESPONDENCE
(a) Letter from Permanent TSB regarding its branch on Main Street, Clondalkin
(b) Letter from An Post regarding the future use of the former sorting office on Tandy's Lane, Lucan
(c) Letter from Iarnród Éireann regarding Kishoge Rail Station
(d) Letter from Dublin Bus regarding Bus Shelter on the Newcastle Road at Finnstown Estate
(e) Letter from Dublin Bus regarding Bus Shelter on Kennelsfort Road, Palmerstown
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
No Business
That this Committee welcomes the decision by the Council to dispose of a site for a second level school in the Kishoge area, and requests the Manager to write to the Minister for Education and Science conveying the view of this Committee that it is a matter of the greatest urgency for his Department to complete the purchase of the site and initiate immediately the process for specifying the Schedule of Accommodation for the school, appointing a Design Team and achieving an early start on the building project as many parents in the south Lucan area, particularly those living and attending schools in the area defined by the Catholic parish of Divine Mercy cannot secure a place in a Lucan school of their choice for their children.
That this Committee noting the significant business and financial difficulties faced by many crèche operators in Lucan, Palmerstown and Clondalkin since the introduction of the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) scheme, calls on the Minister for Children & Youth Affairs to engage in real and meaningful consultation with the childcare sector with the aim of seeking to reform the scheme, such as through the possible introduction of a daily subsidy model similar to that used in the UK as has been proposed by the National Association of Private Childcare Providers (NPCP).
That this Committee reaffirms its appreciation of the excellent programme of classes, exhibitions and other activities provided by the staff of the Lucan and Clondalkin Libraries over recent years, recognises that staff have been willing to carry out valuable work outside their contractual duties, and rejects the unfair and ignorant criticism of Library staff expressed in recent media coverage, and fully sympathises with the difficulties staff have in maintaining their morale and commitment in the face of unilaterally imposed significant cuts in their wages.