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To ask the Chief Executive to present a report as a headed item at the December meeting on outdoor markets and entertainment events that took place during 2025 in our area, including event type, footfall, economic impact, and any other statistics recorded for events organised by the council, whether solely or in partnership.
To ask the Chief Executive to outline plans for outdoor markets and events in our area during the first half of 2026 and to make a statement on the matter.
That this Committee expresses concern regarding the removal of bus shelters from several locations across the Lucan area including prominent and high-usage stops and requests that the Chief Executive engage with the National Transport Authority (NTA) to seek an urgent update on when these shelters will be reinstated. While a previous response from the NTA outlined that certain shelters were removed due to planning or structural requirements it is not acceptable that many stops remain without shelters for such an extended period. The current situation impacts commuters daily and undermines efforts to promote the use of public transport. This Committee further requests that the NTA outline clear timelines for reinstatement and any measures being taken to expedite the process given that some shelters have now been missing for many months.
That this Committee writes to Uisce Éireann as it notes the increasing number of water outages and flooding incidents in the Lucan area and asks if Uisce Éireann are aware of these ongoing outages and can report on the number that have occurred over the past 6-12 months, including how many were due to accidental damage or pipe breakages?
This motion also seeks to highlight the ongoing issue with the Uisce Éireann text alert system whereby many residents report receiving notifications after the outage time has already commenced making the service ineffective in providing timely information.
I request that Uisce Éireann provide this area committee with a detailed report on:
1. The number and causes of recent water outages in the Lucan area
2. Any correlation between these outages and ongoing underground works and
3. The steps being taken to improve communication and reliability of service to residents.
To ask the Chief Executive what programmes for older people were run in libraries in our area during 2025, including digital skills, health and wellbeing, and intergenerational activities, and whether a programme of activities is being considered for 2026.
To ask the Manager if there are any plans in the next year or two to publish quarterly updates on river water quality in the LPNC areas, and what measures are (or will) being taken to accelerate the identification and correction of mis-connections contributing to pollution in local streams and rivers?
To ask the Manager what the current average waiting time is for social housing allocation in Lucan, and how this compares to the County average?
Cathaoirleach's Business
That this committee calls on the Chief Executive to confirm, in line with the response received earlier this year 188815 , that repairs to damage at Griffeen Bridge adjacent to Courtney's will take place in 2026 and be prioritised in Quarter 1.
To ask the Manager to review the condition and capacity of Lucan's skatepark in Griffeen Valley Park in relation to the population density of the area currently and in terms of projected increases in the next 5 years, and explore options for upgrading or extending the facility to meet growing demand, ensure quality facilities for users, and report back to this committee on the findings and recommendations.
Balgaddy Housing Quarterly Report
Allocations Report
Housing Delivery Report
Anti-Social Behaviour Report
To call on the Manager to urgently review and enforce consistent quality standards for road & footpath reinstatement works carried out by utilities, developers, and contractors in the Lucan, Palmerstown, and North Clondalkin areas. Recent specific examples on Newcastle Road, Castle Road, Lucan Village and R113 show, in areas, variable sub-standard reinstatement on road surfaces, gullies and paths that in many cases pose serious safety risks to motorists, cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians. The Council should outline measures to ensure compliance with national specifications in every case on completion, introduce stricter, timely inspections, and consider appropriate penalties for poor reinstatement.
To call on the Manager to provide a detailed update on the works currently underway in Lucan Village, including the Green, the Promenade, and the Demesne, which have exceeded their original timelines, and are causing significant traffic congestion and disruption for residents and businesses. The Council should outline the revised completion dates for each element of the project, the reasons for delays, and the measures now being implemented to ensure strict adherence to these remaining timelines, and any measures being taken to prevent further overruns.
To call on the Manager to urgently address the recurring outages of traffic lights at the R136 and Castle Road junction (Penny Hill), given its status as a major traffic artery, and a recent collision at this location. The response from SDCC should outline immediate steps that will be taken to ensure reliability and safety at this junction going forward, including a review of maintenance protocols and suitable contingency measures, and swiftly implement any necessary changes.
That this Committee requests that the Chief Executive engage with residents of Meadowview Grove to assess their interest in participating in the Quiet Streets Programme (allocated funding for a pilot in last years budget), with a view to addressing traffic volumes on their road. Traffic monitoring provided by a resident over a recent 14-day period recorded over 17,000 car movements, nearly 30% occurring at night, and over 1,200 heavy vehicles. Speed data shows that almost 2 in 5 cars are exceeding the 30kph limit. This data supports resident reports of high through traffic and suggest Meadowview Grove may be a suitable candidate for a pilot of the Quiet Streets Programme.
To ask the Manager if there are plans for 2026 to introduce a public dashboard online, showing progress on corporate objectives?
To call on the Manager to prepare and implement a targeted Economic Recovery Plan for Lucan Village businesses, to address the long-term impact of recent roadworks and planning schemes on footfall and growth. This plan should include direct and specific practical measures to restore footfall, support business resilience, and promote Lucan as a vibrant commercial destination, in collaboration with the Local Enterprise Office and other suitable bodies.
To ask the Manager for the potential timeline for installing solar compactor segregated bins for Lucan parks, Griffeen Park especially, as there is a high demand for this from the public.