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Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor F. Timmons
Responsibility:
E////Director of Land Use, Planning and Transportation

To ask the Chief Executive for a report into how Pilgrim paths in our county can be protected from modernisation. Pilgrim paths, such as Knockmeenagh Lane (An tSli Mhor),  were raised in the county development plan.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor T. Gilligan
Responsibility:
Sharon Conroy

To ask the Chief Executive to install a number of dog fouling signs for fines on Castlegrange Road

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor F. Timmons
Responsibility:
E////Director of Land Use, Planning and Transportation

To ask the Chief Executive for a report into how a builder can change the purpose of a building from community/enterprise to apartments with no planning permission.  Report to include action taken by the Council when made aware of such developments

Headed Item
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Vivienne Hartnett
Responsibility:
Vivienne Hartnett

Housing Delivery Report

Headed Item
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Fiona Hendley
Responsibility:
Fiona Hendley

Housing Allocation Report (For Noting)

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor C. O'Connor
Responsibility:
E////Director of Land Use, Planning and Transportation

That this Council calls on the Chief Executive to take immediate and effective action to deal with the situation where many public lights across our County are out of order and subject to huge delays regarding repairs?

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Gogarty
Responsibility:
Director of Environment, Water and Climate Change

That the Chief Executive reports on how many trees were cut down during the lifetime of this Council; how many were planted; how this compares to other local authorities if data is available; and if a statement can be made on the matter.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor Joanna Tuffy, Councillor V. Casserly
Responsibility:
Edel Clancy

Cathaoirleach's Business

That the ACM urges that Aura Leisure review its pricing structure for use of the Lucan Pool taking into account the concerns that have been raised by councillors about the prices that they have been informed of

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Gogarty
Responsibility:
Director of Housing, Social and Community Development

To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the provision of a transient accommodation site facility for members of the Travelling Community in the County, given that this was inserted as an objective into the County Development Plan; and if a statement can be made on the matter?

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Gogarty
Responsibility:
Ralph McGarry

To ask the Chief Executive, given that the restoration and active use of the Silver (Farmleigh) Bridge is an objective in our Development Plan - and in anticipation of hopeful further advances being made by the lead stakeholder Fingal County Council - to outline what discussions have taken place and/or advance plans have been made to facilitate the timely and smooth purchase of the adjacent land on the South Dublin side to provide immediate access for walkers and cyclists when the Bridge is accessible; and if a statement can be made on the matter?

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

Committee request a report on the outstanding trees scheduled for pruning and removal in the current program? Additionally, enquire about the anticipated release date of the next tree program?

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

This committee seeks to inquire about the efforts being made to address the sporadic car parking occurring around Airlei Park.

Evidence has shown cars parking on footpaths, green areas, and obstructing pedestrians, including those with buggies. As this park is a newly installed amenity, a solution to rectify this issue before it escalates is necessary. Additionally, the committee requests an investigation into the reasons behind the significant increase in car usage around the park.

This investigation should include determining the number of parking spaces provided within the park and identifying the reasons why cars are parking haphazardly throughout the area.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor Joanna Tuffy
Responsibility:
Irenie McLoughlin, Eoin Burke

To ask for an update on all expenditure by South Dublin on conservation since June 2019, of St. Finian's Church and Graveyard, King John's Bridge, and any other expenditure on conservation of historic sites or buildings in local electoral areas of Lucan and Palmerstown Fonthill.

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

The committee requests the Chief Executive to examine the most suitable method for installing a footpath through the green at Woodview Heights. A desire line has been created in this area where locals, school children, and others walk this route on a daily basis.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor Joanna Tuffy
Responsibility:
Gary Walsh

To ask for an update on Hillcrest Avenue in relation to the need for footpath repairs 6, 14, 22, 26, 30, 32, 34, 42.

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

The committee raises the issue of the terminus location that once existed in the Lucan area under the old bus network, pre-Bus Connects, specifically the terminus at Supervalu and Dodsboro.

As the issue of bus service was discussed at last month's meeting, this motion seeks to highlight the removal of the 25 bus service from Dodsboro. The removal of this service has been devastating for the locals in this area, an old part of Lucan.

It is proposed that this matter be added to the list of issues to be raised with the National Transport Authority (NTA). With the removal of some bus services and the relocation of bus terminus, it is requested that a report be prepared outlining the total number of buses that were in place pre-Bus Connects and compare it to the bus services in place since the introduction of the Bus Connects initiative.

The report should also include any planned bus services for the future.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor P. Gogarty
Responsibility:
David Fennell

That the Chief Executive ensures that staff rosters are scheduled in advance to ensure a timely emptying of bins at key congregation pinch points in Lucan, North Clondalkin and Palmerstown during the May, June and August 2024 bank holiday weekends, given that reports of overflowing bins have historically been highest at these times; and if a statement can be made on the matter.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Vivienne Hartnett

The committee is eager to gain insights into the workings of various Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) within our area, given the increase in AHBs in various developments.

We believe that a meeting with representatives from these organizations at an upcoming Area Committee Meeting (ACM) would provide valuable information and foster collaboration.

It is requested that the Chief Executive assists in arranging a meeting where each AHB can present an overview of their operations, specifically detailing how they contribute to various developments within our county.

This would offer committee members an opportunity to understand their roles, ongoing projects, and any plans for future developments.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. O'Toole
Responsibility:
Eoin Burke

The committee hereby requests the Chief Executive to conduct a thorough reassessment of the provision of childcare services in the Lucan area. This motion is prompted by the response to a question tabled during the previous month's meeting, which revealed a concerning trend of more creches closing than opening in the region.

The inadequacy of childcare services poses a significant challenge for residents in the Lucan area, particularly for new residents moving into the Adamstown area. These new residents were promised essential facilities, including childcare services, highlighting the urgency of addressing this issue.

We ask that the Chief Executive provide a statement outlining strategies and initiatives aimed at increasing the availability of childcare services and providers in the Lucan area.

This statement should encompass collaborative efforts with relevant stakeholders, potential policy revisions, and exploration of funding opportunities to facilitate the expansion of childcare facilities.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor G. O'Connell
Responsibility:
John Hegarty

To ask for a progress report on the HGV Policy review, promised for the last quarter of 2022, and to indicate when it is expected to go out for public consultation and if the Area Committees will have an input before the draft is finalised.