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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.
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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.
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.
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 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 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 to report on access for youth organisations in the Greenhills and Dublin 12 area of SDCC to a youth worker to assist with events and activities?"
"To ask the Manager to consider installing a Yield sign at the St Brendan's Crescent side of the junction between the start of St Brendan's Crescent (northwestern end) and St James' Rd, Greenhills, as on similar roundabouts in the area, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Manager to report on progress at the Respond Housing Development, Springfield and to make a statement on allocations at the development?"
"To ask the Manager for an update on the development of the TASC Pavilion, Tymon Park and to make a statement on the matter?"
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.
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 to report on developments in the legal case taken against the developer of the derelict McHugh's Site, Greenhills, and to make a statement on the matter?"
"To ask the Manager for a report on the maintenance, upkeep and protection of the River Poddle, including its ponds, in Tymon Park, and to make a statement on the matter?"
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?
Halloween
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