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To ask the Manager if traffic studies on vehicle speeds have been (or intend to be) carried out in the greater Hillcrest area, in particular, in Meadowview Grove and environs, following reports of excessive speed during daytime hours, despite ramps being in place.
To ask the Manager what measures can be taken to address the current 3 tonnes max vehicle limit on Doddsborough road being exceeded regularly?
To ask if the Manager could consider ways of compensating residents of Ash Park for the years of traffic disruptions (parking impacts, dirt, etc.) that many residents have experienced, due to prolonged construction in the nearby Lucan Pool car park & site? This could perhaps be through free leisure tokens for the gym, or similar.
To ask the Manager to assess the current insufficient car parking at Tandy's Lane GAA pitch in order to facilitate hosting games by multiple clubs at the site, and seek a solution for this need?
To ask for an update from Public Realm re. any progress on the discussions around storage for Na Gaeil Óga, which arose from the question by P. Gogarty in November 2024, 'To ask the Chief Executive if the Council could facilitate a secure storage area for nets, juvenile goalposts and flags etc for Na Gaeil Óga at Tandy's Lane Park in the coming months?', when Public Realm agreed to assess the situation. The current GAA season is well under way and the storage is needed urgently for their equipment.
To call on the Manager to progress plans for an historic trail around Lucan village in 2025 and to update councillors on the project approach, scope and timeline of same.
To ask the manager if basic training sessions in the positive and responsible use of free AI tools (such as Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT) are planned for SDCC public libraries, during 2025 or 2026? Considering the significant impact AI has on various aspects of our lives and work, offering basic training programs for interested public library users could be highly popular and relevant.
That this committee requests the Chief Executive to write to the National Transport Authority (NTA) to consider the introduction of a public bus route from Lucan to Dublin Airport as part of the bus network. Currently, this service is provided solely by private operators, and there are reports that it may be discontinued. Given Lucan's growing population and the significant number of residents potentially employed at the airport and surrounding areas, this route could be both viable and essential. Additionally, a public service would help reduce reliance on expensive taxi fares and the need for residents to depend on family or friends for airport transport both of which contribute to increased congestion on the M50. We request that the NTA explores this option to ensure adequate public transport connectivity between Lucan and Dublin Airport.
Cathaoirleach's Business
That the Chief Executive (CE) engage with Lucan Festival Committee in a timely manner regarding plans for the Christmas Tree event (switching on of the Christmas lights). Given the scale of this important community event and the volunteer-led nature of the organising committee, early engagement is essential for effective planning. Discussions should include the new village green layout, utility elements of the design, and how the new layout can accommodate future Christmas tree events. Additionally, can the report provide an update on the expected completion date for the village upgrade?
That a report be given to the meeting in respect of the land adjoining the Lucan Road (or Old Lucan Road) that is at the rere of Esker Lawns estate in relation to its proximity to the road and footpath and any potential hazards for pedestrians or motorists from slippage from the land or trees or branches falling (details supplied*) *See attached reply to a representation when there was some slippage from the land on to the footpath last year. This was raised by councillors and local candidates and also Lucan Tidy Towns at the time. It is a place of natural beauty and wildlife as a lead into the village but there are concerns of residents in terms of slippage from the land on to the road and footpath. Most of the land is unregistered land and not owned by householders or the Council. It is in effect in limbo but is shown on old maps as "plantation". Is there any thing the Council can do to make it safer or are there Government agencies such as Coillte that could be contacted by the Council to assess?
To ask the manager for an update on the Lucan Village Enhancement Scheme.
To ask the manager to re examine the playground maps to improve them to easy read use for park users.
To ask the manager for an update on JAM Card training for community officers in the Lucan and North Clondalkin LEA.
To call on the manager to urgently examine the hazardous footpaths throughout Earlsfort Estate and also on the Lock Road (Adamstown Road) in the direction of Lucan Village.
That an update be provided in relation to the development by the Council of a film studio at the 12th Lock including when it is expected the film studio will open, and what is hoped in terms of opportunities for young people when it is up and running
That Hines, who manage the Liffey Valley Shopping Centre, shall be contacted in relation to the need for bike lockers at the shopping centre, in particular for employees of the Centre and any of its tenants including shops and cafe's and that it be asked for an update on this and any other steps it is taking to encourage and facilitate cycling by employees and customers to and from the shopping centre.
To ask the manager to outline the budget allocated for 2025 to the tree maintenance programme for the area and the actual spend for 2024, and 2023?
To ask the manager based on the status of the 2023 to 2025 tree maintenance programme report provided in January to the local area committee meeting, the update indicates that 22 areas are completed, 3 are in progress, 2 are partially complete, and 15 are yet to be scheduled (out of a total of 42 locations), can you confirm there are sufficient resources to complete all remaining work? Additionally, do you anticipate that all work will be completed by the end of 2025? If not, what challenges or risks need to be addressed?
To the ask the CEO for an update on Airlie House and its condition as a protected structure. Has there been any recent liaison with the owners to see what is planned for the house?
This committee calls on the manager to report on the status of the Local Transportation Plan for Lucan, the budget set aside and whether it has been allocated, and whether a timeline for reporting from this study may be shared at this stage.