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Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
Paul Fusco

To ask the manager to detail suggestions to work with businesses in Lucan Village post completion of works to indicate they are open for business.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
Andrew O'Mullane

To ask the manager for an update on completion date for Lucan Village Enhancement Scheme

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
Sean Redmond

To ask the manager for an update on the current status of the pitch upgrade works at Griffeen Park, Haydens Lane site to give clarity on projected completion date and when it can be returned to use by the local club.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor C. Brady
Responsibility:
Gary Walsh

That the Chief Executive arrange for inspection and trimming of the hedge in the public realm at Lucan Heights, as referenced in Members' Rep 1911583, to address the obstruction currently impacting residents' safe access and visibility when entering and exiting their home.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
Sharon Conroy
That the Manager identify, over the past six months, the specific locations within Lucan Village, the Griffeen Valley Park corridor and surrounding laneways where illegal dumping and littering have been occurring, and outline the current enforcement actions, CCTV options and community clean‑up supports available, with a view to addressing recurring dumping hotspots.
 
Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
Farhan Nasiem, John Hegarty

That the Manager provide a traffic assessment of Adamstown Boulevard and surrounding junctions, particularly during school drop-off and collection times for schools in the Adamstown area, and examine whether additional traffic management measures, pedestrian crossings, or traffic calming interventions are required to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor C. Brady
Responsibility:
Sharon Conroy

To ask the Chief Executive to provide pitch playability data for SDCC pitches within the LPNC Area Committee boundary, including the weekly playability status (ON/OFF) as recorded in the Council's published pitch playability notices for 2025 and to date, in tabular format by pitch.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor C. Brady
Responsibility:
David Fennell

To ask the Chief Executive to provide pitch drainage and carrying‑capacity data for SDCC‑managed playing pitches within the Lucan Area Committee boundary.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor S. O'Hara
Responsibility:
Mary Maguire

That this Area Committee given the serious road safety risks at St. Mary's National School, Saggart, with over 600 pupils and heavy traffic at drop-off and collection times,  urgently carry out a road safety assessment and consider providing a dedicated school crossing lollipop lady within the next three months to ensure the safety of the children and their families

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor C. Brady
Responsibility:
Juliene Helbert

Cathaoirleach's Business

That, following the recent agreement signed by the four Dublin local authorities with ePower, the Chief Executive report to this Committee with an outline plan for the rollout of EV charging infrastructure in the Lucan Electoral Area.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor A. Hayes
Responsibility:
Paul Fusco

That SDCC commit to meeting with the operators of Rafting Ireland and the Canoe Centre at Palmerstown Mills to explore supports it can offer to further use the River Liffey from Lucan to Palmerstown to promote eco, sports and recreational water based tourism in the County.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor A. Hayes
Responsibility:
Paul Fusco

To ask the Manager what actions has SDCC taken in the last 12 months regarding the joint feasibility work with Fingal County Council to reopen the Silver Bridge in the Liffey Valley.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor A. Hayes
Responsibility:
Gary Walsh

To ask the manager for a list of the outstanding pothole repairs still to be completed in Palmerstown Fonthill with a corresponding date for expected completion.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor N. Fennell
Responsibility:
David Fennell

To ask the manager to agree to the inclusion of solar bins, to be located in proximity to the below sites, as part of phase 3 in 2027; Supervalu Lucan - The Crossings - Adamstown Train Station - Lidl in Shackleton - Lucan Leisure Campus - Griffeen Valley Park (at Haydens Lane)

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Sharon Conroy

Can the Chief Executive confirm how many dog licences have been issued in the Lucan area over the past five years and provide a year-by-year breakdown to indicate whether there has been an increase in the number of licences issued during that period?

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Colin Clarke

Can the Chief Executive seek clarification regarding the Careline premises located within the Clonburris SDZ specifically to confirm that there are no current plans to change the use of the centre or introduce residential development on these lands? This matter was raised at a previous briefing and clarification is requested to ensure that the centre remains in place and that the lands continue to support facilities serving the younger population, particularly in terms of education, youth services and recreational provision.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
John Hegarty

Now that Taking in Charge (TIC) has taken place in areas of The Paddocks can the Chief Executive confirm which previously raised Traffic Management Matters (TMM) requests can now be progressed and provide a breakdown of the locations and an indicative programme for when these measures may be carried out?

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Andrew O'Mullane

That this Committee requests the Chief Executive to confirm when the proposed public consultation will take place in relation to the boardwalk element of the Canal Urban Loop Greenway and to outline the mechanism by which this consultation will be carried out including how residents, local groups and stakeholders will be informed and given the opportunity to engage with the proposals.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
David Fennell

Following the previous motion raised regarding the potential introduction of a labyrinth-type feature in Vesey Park can the Chief Executive confirm whether any further examination or consideration has taken place regarding the feasibility of introducing such a feature in Vesey Park or another suitable park within the Lucan area?

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
David Fennell

Can the Chief Executive outline how many trees were planted in the Lucan area during 2025 and what tree planting programmes are planned for 2026? In addition can a breakdown of locations be provided along with details of any other biodiversity or environmental projects planned for the Lucan area.