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"To ask the Chief Executive as to whether the land between the Firhouse Road at the M50 flyover and the Old Firhouse Road at Homeville is owned by the Council, and as to whether there are any plans to enhance it or develop it and if he will make a statement on the matter?"
“To ask the Chief Executive if there are outstanding drainage works to be completed at Hunter’s Meadow and whether the adjacent boundaries of the Meadow at the Oldcourt and Ballycullen Roads are to be enhanced and if he will make a statement on the matter?”
"To ask the Chief Executive that it was indicated at last month that there was a proposed fix for the recent flooding in Tymon Park which flooded the public car park for the park, the car park of St. Judes GAA and Faughs. Can an update be provided on this fix?"
“To ask the Chief Executive whether the Transportation Department have examined the traffic flow at the roundabout at entrance to Woodstown Estate on Ballycullen Road at rush hour in the mornings, and if he will make a statement as to whether the Council has any proposals to improve traffic flow at this location?”
"To ask the Chief Executive what the up to date position is with Rosebank Cottage in Rathfarnham. What stage are negotiations with the landlord?"
The Housing Procurement & Allocations Report
"That the Chief Executive present to this meeting the various reports which resulted from flood risk in the area, noting in particular areas now categorised as having a higher flood risk despite not having ever been flooded."
"To ask the Chief Executive for a full report on the delivery of the playspace at Beechfield Park, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"That this Area Committee:
- Acknowledges the proactive support provided by South Dublin County Council in supporting amateur boxing in our County;
- Commends Esker ABC on their rapid development as one of Ireland’s leading community-based boxing clubs, including hosting Ireland’s first All-Ireland underage girls tournament in Lucan in 2013 & 2014;
- Thanks the Council for the financial support provided to date to Esker ABC, particularly in terms of supporting their move to new privately-rented premises in 2014;
- However, notes the need to secure a sustainable long-term, preferably public, premises as a home for Esker ABC:
- Agrees that Esker ABC should be provided with dedicated, permanent space in the new Adamstown Sports & Community Hall or in Lucan Sports & Leisure Centre or in another appropriate premises;
- Requests that the Community Services Department would meet with Esker ABC to discuss their accommodation needs."
"To ask the Chief Executive what is the current position with the Tree Removal/Pruning Programme, how many of the trees outlined for removal/pruning in the current programme within the Rathfarnham/Terenure/Templeogue Area have actually been dealt with? What is the plan for the trees not dealt with in the current programme?"
"That the Chief Executive present to this meeting how Rathfarnham Village will benefit from the €7m Village Initiative programme as announced on the 16th of February 2015."
"That the Chief Executive respond that in January 2014 I tabled a motion seeking that all green spaces within our area be collated, that an assessment be made and a report prepared for this meeting confirming that the maximum use is being made of the space and indeed, highlighting where better use could be made of some spaces. This reply to this question on the last occasion was so vague as to be unclear and I’m now repeating my request. If we had this information along with the dimensions of each space we would have a better understanding of our open spaces and in turn we could be sure that proper and best use of those spaces is being made. In so providing, please also can you provide details of the sports clubs and groups within our area currently seeking accommodation."
Cathaoirleachs Business
“That this Committee asks the Chief Executive to outline the permitted uses for the former Victory Centre on the Firhouse Road and any consultations the Planning Department has had with the new owner.”
"To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the traffic situation at Beechdale/Oakdale as discussed in a deputation meeting of September 24th last, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"That the Chief Executive inform whether or not there is any restricted limitation in the planning code that says that the revenue raised as a result of planning levies, that a certain percentage be assigned or ring-fenced for spending on specific projects within an area. This motion is borne out of the number of residents who are not pleased with the disruption caused by large planning developments but such frustration would be mitigated somewhat by improvements in parks or other areas resulting from planning levies."
"To ask the Chief Executive when will the current public lighting upgrade be finished in the Rathfarnham/Terenure/Templeogue Area?"
"To ask the Chief Executive to put in place correct road signage at the new entrance to Knockcullen. A yield sign needs to be put in place at the junction where the Knockcullen Cul-de-sac meets the main Knockcullen Road through to Elkwood and Ashton, together with a slow and stop sign as you enter the estate. Residents have also requested a Zebra Crossing to facilitate reaching the bus stop on the Knocklyon Road. Can the Chief Executive confirm who paid for the new entrance as some residents believe the developer responsible for the new estate behind the garage on the Knocklyon Road paid for it?"
"That the Chief Executive following on from the Deputation from Firhouse Village Community Council, can a pathway along by Scoil Treasa from the Shopping Centre to Carrigwood and Woodlawn across the green be provided."
"That the Chief Executive ensures that the tree debris is removed from the Rathfarnham Graveyard and the ground is repaired on the Dodder View Road after trees were removed from there. The Tidy Towns Committee does invaluable work in the area and it is very frustrating for them to have their hard work destroyed by SDCC agents. It would be beneficial for the entire community if local interest groups were consulted when such works are due to be carried out in their area. SDCC should be working to support community groups."
"That the Chief Executive confirm what progress has been made since I put down a motion (specifics as to date to follow) with regard to the Ballyboden roundabout and St. Catherine’s Gate. I described and once more affirm my view that this roundabout is the “poor relation”, a useful exercise would be to compare the budget spends on each of the three in a row roundabouts stretching from Ballyboden, to Templeroan, up to Orlagh. There is huge potential at the Ballyboden roundabout as any landscape design can incorporate the areas of disused land behind the stone walls. It is important also as we approach the Centenary celebrations next year and visitors coming to visit Pearse’s Museum, that the area look its best, but lest there be any doubt this is work that the Chief Executive agreed sometime back to do, with the passage of time and no progress there is now an even more pressing reason to get this roundabout looking better."