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Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor T. Costello
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

"To ask the manager to plant mature greenery at the hoardings on the N81 old bawn road junction, as there is a constant issue with graffiti, as soon as it's removed it's redone as you can see from the photo attachment it really takes from the area?"

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor S. O'Hara
Responsibility:
John Hegarty

That this Area Committee ask to remove the incorrect road signs in Saggart, there had been an agreement to remove the incorrect ones in the meantime while waiting on the delivery of the new road signs.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor W. Carey
Responsibility:
John Hegarty

Cathaoirleach's Business

That this Area Committee agrees that there is a need for SDCC to provide parking/loading bays to be increased at Elmfield Court Shops along 9th Lock Rd. This is a single lane traffic area which becomes congested when traffic attempts to access the shops here.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor F. Timmons
Responsibility:
Sharon Conroy

That this Area Committee writes to the owner of bawnogue shops and request they fix the many pot holes some that are damaging locals cars

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor D. Ó Brádaigh
Responsibility:
Director of Corporate Performance and Change Management

To ask the manager and the CE to clearly set out in writing the measures now in place by South Dublin County Council, that compel all contractors of council housing / community centre and building projects to be legally compliant with industry best practice and provides for transparent equitable employment opportunities for locally qualified tradespeople.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Hagin Meade
Responsibility:
John Hegarty

That South Dublin County Council trial "hidden disability" parking spaces in the Rathfarnham/Templegoue/Firhouse/Bohernabreea area to accommodate those with hidden disabilities (such as autism or sensory issues who do not not have a blue badge). Hidden disability spaces will allow for parking next to community facilities and parks run by the council. A similar 'Sunflower Spaces' scheme runs in Waterford City and County Council.

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

To ask the manager how many reports of intentionally damaged trees have you received and what cost has been incurred to replace

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

To ask the manager how long is it currently taking to process housing adaptation grants

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

To ask the Chief Executive how many expressions of interest were received, and purchases made in relation to the intention to buy turnkey homes advertised by SDCC in 2022.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor D. McManus
Responsibility:
Gary Walsh

To ask the Chief Executive to examine the condition of a public wall at the rear of a public walkway from Glenbrook Park onto Willbrook Road, and if management may engage with the property owner (43 Glenbrook Park), and arrange any repairs if needed as necessary, and if a statement may be available?

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor D. McManus
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

To request the Chief Executive to arrange new tree planting or hedging along a public wall (address provided), as this location was recently cleared of hedging, and if a timeline may be available?

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

To ask the Chief Executive the number of new social housing tenancies in 2022, across all available methods (existing housing stock, new build, AHB, leasing etc.), and if a statement may be available?

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Hagin Meade
Responsibility:
Director of Environment, Water and Climate Change, E////Director of Land Use, Planning and Transportation

That SDCC creates a policy on use of inclusive street furniture in our public spaces, including mobility-friendly benches accessible for older people and those with arthritis, tables suitable for use by wheelchair users, and seating for people with young children.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Hagin Meade
Responsibility:
Mary Maguire

That the Manager urgently provides road safety, such as a school warden for Firhouse Educate Secondary School at Hunters Road, as more permanent road plans are in process to prevent accidents from teenagers crossing the street on the way to and from school.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Donaghy
Responsibility:
Director of Corporate Performance and Change Management

Following the recent report of the Citizens Assembly on Biodiversity, that this Council affirms its support for measures that will improve the sustainability and prosperity of our vital agrifood sector, and of our long-term food security, and will write to the Minister to this effect.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Hagin Meade
Responsibility:
Michael McAdam, Brendan Redmond

Cathaoirleach's Business

That SDCC will develop a map or add to an SDCC APP to show the Dodder Valley Greenway, to include entry points, cycle parking, water fountains, electric bike charging, trishaw operating locations, accessible parking, seating, refreshment facilities, playgrounds, nature and biodiversity interest spots and other points of interest.

Motion
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Hagin Meade
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

Cathaoirleach's Business

That a new litter bin be installed at the front of St Colmchilles National school on Idrone Avenue.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Hagin Meade
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

To ask the Manager to list the public-access sensory gardens that are open or planned in the Firhouse/Bohernabreena area?

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Hagin Meade
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

To ask the manager to comment on the progress of the provision of bottle banks and recycling services for residents of the Firhouse and Bohernabreena area.

Question
Meeting:
Submitted by:
Councillor L. Hagin Meade
Responsibility:
Leo Magee

To ask the Manager about planned sculpture installations in parks in the area?