Headed Items
Confirmation and Re-affirmation of Minutes
Minutes of the Clondalkin Area Committee Meeting of 15th June, 2011
Planning
Headed Items
New Works
(No Business)
Planning Files
A. Large Applications under Consideration
B. Files requested by Members (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence
(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
(No Business)
In welcoming the cleanup and the new footpath at the corner of the 9th Lock Road and Nangor Road, that the Manager present a report on any proposals for the removal of the advertising signs to further enhance this area.
Corporate Services & Libraries
Headed Items
New Works
(No Business)
Library News & Events
Correspondence
Correspondence
(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
(No Business)
That this Committee requests the Manager to write to Tesco in relation to security access issues to Moyle Crescent. This is an ongoing issue for some time with a private house in Moyle Crescent. The resident has made contact with Tesco to try and resolve the problem however, there have been no replies from Tesco.
That the Manager outline how many queries from the public have been received from the Clondalkin / Rathcoole / Saggart areas by phone, email, etc. broken down across all Departments from January to June this year. How many requests/queries have been successful?
Housing
Headed Items
New Works
(No Business)
Allocations Scheme
Report on Anti-Social Behaviour - Second Quarter 2011
Correspondence
Correspondence
(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
That the Manager would submit a report on the current situation with regard to the problems with the houses at Méile an Rí and Búirg an Rí in Balgaddy. What progress has been made since the last meeting towards addressing the problems with these houses?
That the Manager presents a report regarding "Valhalla" Watery Lane, Clondalkin as to the number of tenants who will live there and the number of applicants seeking housing there.
Community
Headed Items
New Works
(No Business)
Application for Grants
Correspondence
Correspondence
(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
(No Business)
That this Committee agrees to congratulate all involved in the Children's Play Day at Corkagh Park on the 3rd July last. This was a most enjoyable event for young and old. Special thanks to Parks and Community Services Departments.
Environment
Questions
To ask the Manager to arrange the removal of the horses from the open spaces at Moorfield Estate, Clondalkin, the area facing the Garda Station and Woodavens Clondalkin?
To ask the Manager to arrange the removal of the disgusting painted slogan on the boulder sign approaching Palmerstown Woods, Clondalkin (coming from the Wheatfield Prison direction)?
Headed Items
New Works
(No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence
(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
(No Business)
Parks
Questions
To ask the Manager if the bushes and trees can be removed from the intersection of Lealand Walk and Lealand Close, Clondalkin? These bushes are a gathering point for litter etc and rats have been reported by residents.
To ask the Manager could the residents of the Clondalkin Village area be assisted by the Council in their efforts to improve the appearance of the Village? They wish to plant flowers in planters and seek assistance in this regard. The Convent Road Residents Association have been in touch about this already.
To ask the Manager for a report regarding the continued abuse of St. Cuthbert's / Lindisfarne Park by motorcyclists who treat local residents and park users with contempt? The report to contain the actions to be taken by this Council as already promised.
Headed Items
New Works
(No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence
(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
(No Business)
That this Committee requests the Manager to arrange the development of a Tone Zone in the Clondalkin Community Centre Area, as in other Councils, for residents/elderly or otherwise wishing to get in shape. The Tone Zone could come under the remit of the Clondalkin Leisure Centre. Can the Manager talk with the CLC Manager about this proposal?
Roads
Questions
To ask the Manager why nothing has been done to improve the safety of pedestrians at the pedestrian crossing at Tesco on Convent Road, Clondalkin. I have made representations on behalf of several of my constituents who feel that motorists do not stop at this crossing. I had requested that lights be installed but agreed that if measures were taken to improve the visibility of the crossing it might sufficiently improve the situation. However, nothing has been done in this regard. Lines are badly faded and have not, as promised, been repainted. Nor have signs been erected. The flashing lights on top of the poles are also ineffective. What are the plans in this regard and what is the timescale?
To ask the Manager that house number plates e.g. 1-10 specific to the individual roads are strategically installed in the Alpine Heights Estate, Clondalkin?
To ask the Manager when will the name plate for St. Patrick's Avenue, Clondalkin (where this Councillor lives) be replaced? I asked for a replacement more than 6 months ago.
To ask the Manager to arrange the repair to the holes at the entrance to St. Patrick's Road, Clondalkin, they are in need of repair a.s.a.p.? (Opposite the pub at the 9th Lock Bridge)
Headed Items
New Works
(No Business)
Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads
Cloverhill Industrial Estate
Correspondence
Correspondence
(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
That the Manager would submit a report on the current situation with regard to the section of the old Nangor Road between the Mill Centre and Coláiste Chillian, Clondalkin. There have been several accidents at this area since the Area Committee last met. The schools have re opened and the real and present danger of serious injury to pedestrians persists. At what stage are the plans to put in place measures to improve pedestrian safety at this location?
That the Manager installs two ramps at Cherrywood Avenue / Park, Clondalkin and that he outlines the costs of this.
In following up an enquiry submitted to the Road's Department on June 16th, I am requesting that pedestrian facilities be placed at the location opposite Ballyowen Park on the Fonthill Road. The location is directly behind Rowlagh Avenue. The response to a reply I received regarding the matter stated that the Traffic Section had carried out a count test at the location 18 months previously and concluded that the area did not warrant pedestrian facilities as it had a low count on the day in question. However, I disagree as the location in question is frequently used by those involved in sport in the area and those in attendance at CASP. The area is also used by those travelling to the Fonthill Retail Park. From speaking with residents of the surrounding areas it is something that I think is necessary in the area.
I would like the Council to consider this proposal as it is something that is needed and would benefit the North Clondalkin area.
That the Manager would submit a report on the junction on the Naas Road where traffic exits for Clondalkin after the Red Cow which is perceived by me and many of my constituents to be a dangerous one. There is a serious issue with traffic merging from the M50 northbound and cutting straight across the lanes into the path of those wishing to take the Clondalkin exit. Perhaps there should be a continuous white line for those vehicles coming from the M50 onto the Naas road until they have passed the blue bridge. There is a dedicated lane for motorists travelling towards Newlands Cross without them having to cut across lanes. For those wishing to exit from the Red Cow or M50 Southbound at Clondalkin there should continue to be a broken white line allowing them to do so.
Development & Water Services
Questions
To ask the Manager if it would be possible to provide allotments in the North Clondalkin area? I have had requests from several constituents in North Clondalkin who would be interested.
To ask the Manager why a car park at Church Road, Rathcoole has been closed off by South Dublin County Council? The residents report that this has resulted in cars being damaged etc.
Headed Items
New Works
(No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence
(No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach's Business
That the Manager would submit a report on the operation of the CCTV monitoring of the canal walkway, particularly around the Seventh Lock. I use the walkway a lot as a cyclist and as a pedestrian and find it to be a fantastic amenity. However, several constituents reported to me that over the Summer months they felt disinclined to use the walkway because there was a group of young men/ teenagers bathing naked at this location. At first I was inclined to make light of this but on reflection agreed that I would not like to be walking past such a group, either on my own or with others. It would be a pity if incidents such as this were to put people off using this fantastic amenity.
That the Manager presents an up to date report to this Committee relating to the proposed Clondalkin Round Tower Heritage Park, Museum, etc. The matters that I would like particularly addressed are ownership and what actions are being taken to secure funding through grant applications, philanthropists, etc.
That the Manager present an up to date report be regarding the lands on the 9th Lock Road concerning health and safety issues and the dreadful appearance of the whole stretch of 9th Lock Road.
Could the Manager consider the possibility of marking a dedicated cycle lane along the length of the canal path in order to avoid possible collisions? I use the pathway as a walker and as a cyclist and feel that because there is no dedicated cycle path it is unsafe for both groups. Cyclists cannot proceed at any speed because they have to avoid walkers, many of whom are impervious to the approach of a bicycle because they are using an iPod and cannot hear bells etc. Walkers never know when a bike is going to come at them at speed. I understand the pathway is narrow, but I still feel that it would be safer if cyclists and walkers did not share the whole thing. This is not a criticism of this great facility, just an effort to improve its safety.