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Minutes from Tallaght ACM 26th November, 2012.
Community
Questions
"To ask the Manager to give an update on the CCTV in Rossfield Estate as residents are concerned that some may not be functional?"
"To ask the Manager for an update on the Gathering 2013 for the area under the remit of this Committee, and to make a statement on the matter."
"To ask the Manager to provide a list of Sports Capital Grants awarded in the latest round of funding for the area under the remit of this Committee; to state the applicants in this area who were unsuccessful; and to provide a report on how the sporting needs of this area can be met through this funding and other sources in the time ahead.?"
Headed Items
Application for Grants (if any)
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach’s Business (No Business Received)
Housing
Questions
Would the Manager outline how vacancies in Voluntary Housing are allocated. Would he also indicate if there is a system of prioritisation for vacancies in Voluntary Housing and how referrals are operated.
"To ask the Manager to state how many residential properties in (a) Dublin 12 and (b) Dublin 6w are (i) in the ownership of the Council and (ii) being leased by the Council on behalf of a tenant, and to make a statement on how the Council intends to meet the housing needs of residents east of the M50 in the time ahead?"
"To ask the Manager to liaise with the residents of Kimmage Manor Way in order to ensure that bins are regularly emptied and not left full on the road, where they are reportedly prone to being pushed over with ensuing litter in the area?"
Headed Items
The Housing Construction and Procurement Report
Traveller Specific Development Belgard Road
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleach’s Business (No Business Received)
Parks
Questions
"To ask the Manager when will the two trees be replaced at the cul-de-sac in Alderwood Ave? (removed circa 2 yrs ago)
"To ask the Manager to give the locations for the proposed Christmas tree recycling programme for 2012-13, and to make a statement on the programme?"
"To ask the Manager for a report on the welfare of the swans and geese in Tymon Park, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Manager how it is planned to monitor use of the adult fitness equipment recently installed in several of our parks and green spaces; to provide any details available regarding usage statistics or observations; to note how many items have been damaged or removed; and to make a statement on the matter?"
An bhféadfadh leis an gComhairle bosca bruscar a sholáthar i bPáirc Ghort na Feá BÁC 12 ionas go bhféadfadh le húinéirí tuair madraí a dhiúscairt go cuí?
Would the Council provide a litter bin in Beechfield Park Dublin 12 to assist dog owners to dispose of dog excrement appropriately?
Headed Items
Report on the Part 8 Public Consultation for the Extension and Enhancement of the Friarstown Allotments, Bohernabreena
2013 Arboricultural Works Programme
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleachs Business
That this Committee supports the installation of a low-cost, "vandal-proof" bench in Greenhills Park, approximately half-way between the entrance near the Holy Spirit Church and the entrance near the Traders, to accommodate elderly residents using the park.
Could the Manager please comment on the Status of the Field Opposite Allenton Drive, and state whether it is feasible to remove the Weeds close to the boundary any time soon , as called for in Two motions passed by this committee earlier this year.
That this Committee requests an updated report on the provision of the TASC Pavilion in Tymon Park.
That this council examine the feasibility of providing a playground in the Park opposite Scholars Pub in the near future.
Environment
Questions
"To ask the Manager to make a report indicating (A) how many mobile shops are licenced to trade by South Dublin County Council in the Tallaght area,(B) where are they licenced to trade,(C) what is the cost of such licence and (D) to indicate if there is a mechanism for collecting rates from such Traders and (F) who oversees Health and Safety in such units?"
"To ask the Manager for a report on dumping/fly-tipping in laneways in the Dublin 12 area; to note all instances of dumping taking place in laneways in the past 12 months; to state if it is believed that dumping is on the rise in laneways in this area; to state what actions can be taken in particular locations which are blackspots for dumping (including the laneway at the rear of the * Address Supplied and to state if these locations will be noted for more regular inspection and investigation.?
Headed Items
New Works (No Business)
Correspondence
Correspondence (No Business)
Motions
Cathaoirleachs Business
That this Committee expresses its concern with the proliferation of "skip bags" being dumped in this area; that this Committee calls on the Council to write to all waste companies reminding them of their duty of care to the environment; and that the Council confirm whether action against the providers of "skip bags" may be possible under bye-laws or legislation in the case of dumping.
That this Committee calls on the Manager, following the inspection carried out in August 2012 of the site to the right of the Maxol Service Station on Mayberry Road, to take immediate action to have the site declared Derelict under the Derelict Site Act 1990 and to undertake to have the site cleared of all overgrowth and ragworth, immediately.
"To enhance and raise awareness of the Litter Bye-laws that this Council designate the "Tallaght Cultural Area" a gum free zone"
That this Committee calls on the Manager to request the County Litter Wardens to visit all schools, clubs and Community Centres in the Tallaght Area to promote the Tackle Litter video and to encourage residents of areas where there is a considerable amount of dumping, to be viligant and to safely come forward and report such incidents.
That this Committee notes that public realm improvements are required on the stretch of Limekiln Avenue between the derelict former McHugh's site and the bus terminus, including the entrance to Limekiln Green; that the Committee believes the Council should make contact with the business owners and tenants adjacent to the McHugh's site and Bus Átha Cliath, along with other relevant stakeholders, with a view to improving the visual amenity of this area; that the Committee further believes that central to any plan is the replacement of the hoarding at the derelict former McHugh's site with a more attractive, community-focused structure; and that a preliminary plan be furnished to either the January or February Area meeting of this Committee.