Agenda - Lucan Area Committee Meeting 27th November 2012

Confirmation and Re-affirmation of Minutes of Meeting of 
(i)  23rd October 2012 
(ii) 25th September 2012

• HI1 Minutes for Lucan ACM 23rd October 2012
• HI1 Minutes for Lucan ACM 25th September 2012

To ask the Manager if she can advise the Committee of the extent to which the Anti-social Unit of the Housing Department receives complaints of bullying of children on the streets and public spaces of Council housing areas in Lucan, and how the Council deals with such complaints?

• Q 1

"To ask the Manager for an updated report on the application by a tenant of Council housing in Lucan ( name and address supplied) for the conversion of a bathroom unit into a shower unit?"

• Q 2

The Housing Construction and Procurement Report

• HI 2

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach’s Business (No Business Received)

"To ask the Manager for details of any Fitwalk initiatives in the Lucan LEA?"

• Q 3

"To ask the Manager if there is a further update regarding the School/Community Sports Hall for Adamstown following discussions between the developer and County Dublin VEC?"

• Q 4

"To ask the Manager to provide the information requested in Motion 3 at the October Lucan Area Committee meeting in relation to Lucan Sports and Leisure Centre  and Ballyowen Castle Community Centre?"

• Q 5

INDOOR COMMUNITY SPACE IN LUCAN

• HI 4

Application for Grants (No business received)

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach’s Business (No Business Received)

"That this Committee, further to my previous motions, requests the Manager to provide a further detailed update on the survey of community space requirements in the Lucan area; to report on proposals to address the deficit in indoor community space in Lucan; including Griffeen Community Development Group, Esker Amatuer Boxing Club and Lucan South Scouts."

To ask the Manager for a detailed report on current street-cleansing practices in operation in Lucan Village, including the use of cleansing machines?

• Q 6

"To ask the Manager to consider installing Dog Fouling signs, or stencils on footpaths at one or two locations in Palmerston Village, particularly at or near the roads leading to entrances to Waterstown Park?"

• Q 7

"To ask the Manager to bring forward proposals to promote the Council's voluntary Code on Political Postering with the Palmerston Village Group, and also to advise the Group on existing by-laws and Council regulations on the erection of posters advertising commercial products and other events in the vicinity of Palmerston Village?"

• Q 8
• Q 8 - Proposed map

To  ask the Manager fora report on this years schedule for the sweeping of leaves from roads in the Lucan Electoral Area, and if she can advise when Esker Hill , Lucan will be swept, as the footpath along this steep hill are narrow and fallen leaves can be a hazard to pedestrians?

• Q 9

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach's Business

"That Environmental Services would note the view of the Board of Management of Pobalscoil Iosoilde, Palmerston, that the on Street Litter Bin immediately outside the school boundary fence is causing excess litter immediately outside the school and on the school grounds and arrange to remove the bin to another location to serve the area beside the shopping centre. "

• M 4

"To ask the Manager if it may be possible to provide hanging baskets in the village area of Palmerston in the summer period in order to compliment work being done by the tidy towns committee? And to ask the Manager how residents may go about availing of them?"

• Q 10

"To ask the Manager for a detailed update on the taking-in-charge of open spaces at Griffeen Glen Courtyard & Boulevard and at the access road to Rossberry/Tullyhall/Haydens Park?"

• Q 11

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach's Business

"That this Committee thanks the Manager for the work done by officials to bring to a conclusion the Taking-in-Charge of the piece of land/roadside verge between the Roundabout on Griffeen Avenue and the entrances to Hayden's Park, Rossberry and Tullyhall Estates and requests that an update Report be presented at the Area Committee Meeting."

• M 5

"That this Committee requests the Manager to prepare plans for installation of a new children’s play area at Hermitage Park; and to seek funding for installation in 2013."

That the Manager produce plans and proposals for playgrounds in Lucan and Palmerstown (as per the new Playground Development Programme) which can be used during applications for capital grants, should new funding streams be announced.

• M 7

"That this Area Committee recommends that the Manager makes provision in the 2013 Works Programme and Budget to secure implementation of Specific Local Objective 25 of the County Development Plan 2010-2016, i.e. to "facilitate completion of the boundary fence that separates Bewley Grove and Mount Bellew Way running eastwards as far as the Outer Ring Road” including associated measures."

"That the Manager provide a report on bonfires in the Lucan LEA and clean up costs this Halloween?"

• M 9

"To ask the Manager if there have been problems regarding the function of the pedestrian lights nearest to Stewart's Hospital and to comment on any action taken?"

• Q 12

"To ask the Manager to give an update regarding measures to improve road safety in the vicinity of Scoil Aine at Esker?"

• Q 13

"To ask the Manager for an udpate on previous requests to secure repair of damaged kerbing and verges at Ballyowen Lane, outside the Community Centre and Lidl?"

• Q 14

"To ask the Manager for a progress report on the issues raised by the Palmerston Action Group at their recent Deputation meeting?"

• Q 15

"To ask the Manager to request the Traffic Management Section to assess, including having the necessary count carried out, the feasibility of having a signal controlled pedestrian crossing at the location immediately in front of the entrance to the Parish Centre, Palmerston Village?"

• Q 16

"To ask the Manager if she can arrange for Lucan EA councillors to meet with representatives of the company which operates the Pay Parking Scheme in Lucan, to discuss concerns expressed by residents and others about the manner in which the company's wardens implement the Parking Bye-Laws?"

• Q 17

"To ask the Manager if minor works can be carried out on the footpath outside a house in Lucan (address supplied) to appropriately fill in the gap between the footpath and the roadway so that a car can enter and exit the driveway without risk of suspension damage?"

• Q 18

To ask the Manager to request the Roads Department to check that the Irish version of the signs giving the road/street names in Rossberry Estate are correct, and if they are not will the Council arranged that the incorrect lettering is replaced or new signs installed? 

• Q 19

ADAMSTOWN ROAD (R120) - PART 8 REPORT

• HI 9

Proposed Declaration of Roads to be Public Roads (No Business)

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence - Testing  of Electromagnetic Field Levels

• C 5 - Leter to Department of Environment
• C 5 - Reply from Department of Environment

Cathaoirleach's Business

"That this Committee welcomes the footpath renewal works being done outside the Munitir na Tire Hall in Lucan Village, and requests that the Roads Department carry out a further assessment on the safety of the footpaths at a selection of locations on Main Street, Lucan Village, from the AIB premises to the junction with the Liffey Bridge. The Committee would like to ask that particular attention be paid to the state of the footpath in and around Carey's Newsagent, and also in and around Collins' Meat Shop, where there are obvious trip hazards, and where incidents of pedestrians falling have been reported to councillors.  Finally that the Manager would advise on the number of complaints, reports of trip hazards on footpaths in Lucan Village which have been received since 1 January 2012, and if any legal claims for injuries have been submitted to the Council."

• M 10

"That the process for closing the right of way of the Laneway to the rear of the Silver Granite, Kennelsfort Road, be initiated."

• M 11
• M 11 - MAP

"That this Area Committee, NOTING:

• Approximately 2,100 children attend St. Thomas NS, Scoil Áine Naofa & Lucan Community College, located on the Newcastle Road;
• That another approximately 400 children attend Adamstown Community College, (due to rise to 1,000), many of whom currently reside in the Greater Lucan Area, east of the Newcastle Road;
• There remains significant local concern among parents of children attending these four schools regarding pedestrian/cycle safety along Newcastle Road;
• On foot of the elected members’ request during a discussion on a headed item report at the November 2010 meeting, the Manager wrote to the Garda Commissioner seeking his support for a school-time HGV restriction on Newcastle Road;
• The Garda Authorities wrote to this Council in January 2011 advising that “An Garda Síochána supports the introduction of school time heavy goods vehicles restriction on the Newcastle Road, Lucan”;
• That this Committee, at the March 2012 meeting, agreed my motion requesting “the Manager to conclude any remaining consultations with stakeholders so as to present a report to the May meeting of this committee for the purpose of consideration of the proposal to introduce a school-time HGV restriction on Newcastle Road.”

And FURTHER NOTING:

• Policy T30 of the current South Dublin County Development Plan;
• The legal obligation flowing from section 15 (1) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 which states that "It shall be the duty of a planning authority to take such steps within its powers as may be necessary for securing the objectives of the development plan."

Now REQUESTS the Manager to immediately proceed to initiate the required statutory process for introduction a school-time HGV restriction on Newcastle Road between the Nangor Road & N4."

"That a site inspector meet with concerned residents at Woodfarm Acres Cottages, Palmerston, to discuss safety hazards on the laneway and the benefits of the installation of a gable wall (as per the planning permission conditions granted) at no. 1 Woodfarm Acres Cottages in terms of alleviating the risks being posed to residents by speeding cars and the lack of adequate turning for cars accessing the homes along this laneway and that the Manager provide a report on this matter."

• M 13

"That the Manager report that, "Given the recent decison by Central Government to locate the National Childrens Hospital at St. James's Hospital, that it is reasonable to assume that the most direct route for motorised traffic to the proposed location from practically all locations outside the M50 is via the N4, that the Area Committee calls for the upgrading of the N4/Kennelsfort Road junction to a segregated junction and that the junction at the Oval be integrated in the project so as to prevent a bottleneck at this location."

• M 14

"That this Area Committee requests the Manager to prepare a scheme to replace the pallisade fencing at the Grange Castle Road/Foxhunter off-ramp junction, so as to improve the visual attractiveness of this key 'gateway' to Lucan."

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach’s Business (No Business Received)

"To ask the Manager for a further detailed update on the taking-in-charge of Mount Bellew estate, including the final sewer repairs?"

• Q 20

"To ask the Manager, as a matter of urgency, to prioritise efforts to secure submission of a site resolution plan for the Hawkridge development at Old Celbridge Road, noting the ongoing incidence of anti-social behaviour and the disgraceful and wasteful deterioration of the completed housing units?"

• Q 21

"To request a detailed update on the completion of works and the taking-in-charge of Hansted estate?"

• Q 22

To ask the Manager if there has been any recent interaction with the Council by Oaklee Housing Trust, or the Presbyterian Church, on the building of sheltered accommodation at Primrose Lane, Lucan, as provided for by way of a Local Zoning objective in the 2010-2016 County Development Plan, and if she will make a statement matter?

• Q 23

Planning Files
A. Large Applications Under Consideration
B. Files Requested by Members (No business)

• HI13 (A) Large Applications

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach’s Business (No Business Received)

"That this Area Committee requests a detailed update on preparation of the 12th Lock Masterplan and to outline a timeframe for completion of this Master Plan."

"That the Manager will give an update on any interaction with the Department of Education and Skills in relation to identifying a site for a new primary-level school for the Lucan area for 2013."

• M 19

"That this Committee calls on the Manager to report on the feasibility of South Dublin County Council tendering to plan/build/develop public buildings (such as schools etc.) in the Lucan/Palmerston area, so that these public facilities can be planned to maximise the benefits/usage for the surrounding community."

• M 20

"To ask the Manager whether any lands have been identified within the County that may facilitate a land swap with Sun Chemical, in order to bring the lands within Liffey Valley into public ownership?"

• Q 24

"To ask the  Manager for an update on the bringing of Coats Lands Palmerston into Public Ownership."

• Q 25

"To ask the Manager for an update in relation to the piece of waste land between Nos 14 and 16 The Lawns Palmerstown and why has a response not been sent to the Hon Secretary of Palmerstown Court Residents Association on the matter?"

• Q 26

"To ask the  Manager for an update on the securing of the former HSE premises at Manor Road for community use?"

• Q 27

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach’s Business (No Business Received)

Library News & Events

• HI 16

NEW WORKS (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach's Business

"That the Manager would present for discussion at the meeting an updated Report on the work done by the Council and County Librarian to advance the proposed Digital Hub for Palmerstown project."

• M 22

"To ask the Manager for an update on the identification of a suitable site for the Palmerston Digital Hub."

• M 23

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach’s Business (No Business Received)

"That the Manager report on the operation of the Council's Service Charter as it applies to the Lucan and Palmerstown Area and that a discussion take place on the matter."