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Addendum to 1.3.4 - Cultural, Recreational and Leisure Facilities
Second paragraph now to read (addendum in italics);
There is also a good range of sports and cultural facilities available in the County, including the National Basketball Arena, several swimming pools, all-weather pitches and libraries and the Civic Theatre, Tallaght. There are 29 Community Centres, 3 sports and Leisure Centres and 8 Neighbourhood Centres in the County. There are 7 libraries, mobile libraries and the newly opened Red Rua Arts County Centre. Tallaght and Clondalkin Sports and Leisure Centres have recently opened and provide swimming pools, gym activities and playground facilities to the surrounding communities. The opening of Tallaght Stadium further adds to the sporting infrastructure of the county. It is the policy of this Council to facilitate and promote social inclusion and community development through sport, leisure and the arts.
That the following amendment be included in the written sttement:-
1.3.4 Cultural, Recreational and Leisure Facilities
Change Red Rua Arts county centre to: Rua Red South Dublin Arts Centre
1.3.6. (Strategy) Amend to include the insertion of 'and enhancement' between 'retention' and 'of existing' in relation to services in disadvantaged areas.
That it be a specific objective of South Dublin County Council's Development Plan to draw up a strategy to work with the Department of Education to ensure a rolling construction programme in the Tallaght South area of schools on sites that have been identified consistently through this Council's Development Plans.
That the following amendment be included in the written statement:-
1.3.21 Childcare Facilities
for every 75 dwelling units in new housing areas with a capacity for 20 children. Delete the following words : “However, depending on circumstances this requirement may be varied”
Amend 1.3.20 ii by adding: “Where requested to do so by parents acting through their local Councillors, the Council will promote the provision and/or expansion of a school to meet local needs”.
That the following amendment be included in the written statement:-
1.4 The County is currently poorly provided with children’s playgrounds ADD Rathfarnham Castle Park playground.
That the Plan agrees to actively encourage and enhance current childcare and its affordability in the County with a view to doubling the availability of spaces in the County during the lifetime and existence of the Plan.
Addendum to 1.3.25 Libraries - 3rd paragraph now to read (addendum in italics);
The public library service is an important focal point at the heart of the local community and aims to be pro-active and dynamic in addressing a variety of needs, particularly in the areas of information, culture and heritage, literature and lifelong learning. It is also intended that the public library service will become a focal point for re-training, re-skilling and upskilling for those seeking new employment.
Amend 1.3.25. by deleting from the last sentence “and to satisfy the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government criteria”.
That the Plan encourages, supports and agrees to facilitate the long term viability and sustainability of the swimming pool in East Tallaght.
That the Plan encourages and facilitates an assessment of all Local Authority housing stock in the County with regard to access for those who are elderly or have physical impairments.
That the following amendment be included in the written statement:-
1.3.36.ix Policy SCR47: Swimming Pools
Add it is an objective to have at least one swimming pool initially in each electoral area within the County .
Amendment to 1.3.36.iv Policy SCR 42: Skateboard Parks.
Change to:
"It is the policy of the Council to provide at least one Skateboard Park in each Electoral Area within the County. The location and nature of these parks will be developed in consultation with potential users of such facilities, local councillors and local residents."
That in all areas zoned residential of mixed development that a proportionate area of land be provided for allotment use where the development proposed is substantially or completely apartment style development.
It is the policy of this Council to provide playground facilities in all public parks throughout the County.
That the following amendment be included in the written statement:-
1.3.40.i Policy SCR 57: Use of Off-Road Motor Vehicles
Add after the word recreational – and driver educational facility.
Addendum to 1.3.43 Community Gardening - Section now to read (addendum in italics);
The Council has successfully assisted local residents with the development of community gardens at various locations within the County.
Community Gardens have thus far been developed in South Dublin County as a result of interested people in a community coming together to practice horticulture- growing fruit, vegetables and flowers. Community gardening, as well as providing a leisure outlet for residents, also contributes to sustainable food produce and the visual and environmental amenity of local communities.
Policy SCR 59: Community Gardening
It is the policy of the Council to assist and support residents and residents’ groups in forming and developing community gardens at appropriate locations in the County. The Council will provide, where possible, material assistance and advice to groups involved in community gardening and assist with sustainable water solutions.
That the plan will promote and facilitate the proper upkeep of cemeteries under the control of South Dublin County Council and ensure the adequate provision of burial spaces and other preferred alternatives in the County area.
That the following amendment be included in the written statement:-
1.3.46.i Policy SCR60: Circus & Funfair Events
Add – excluding those circuses with wild animals.