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That this Area Committee calls for the piloting of a "Mobile Floodlights Scheme" in the Lucan, Palmerstown and North Clondalkin Area which would be focused on maximising the usability of Council Playing Pitches during the winter months.
To ask if the light junction at Ballyowen Road/Willsbrood Road/Outer Ring Road can be tested to ensure enough time is given to cyclists to get through the lights
This committee asks Chief Executive for an update on the Lucan United project in particular roads/footpaths design, entrance/exit and the agreed proposal to consider access via Tubberlane
Moved without Debate
To ask the Chief Executive to give an update on plans to trim trees in the vicinity of Beech Park, and Esker Lawns and when the works are anticipated, and does this include any examination of trees that may need to be replaced?
Update on permeability projects - This committee asks Chief Executive for an update on the embankment process re a commencement date for an assigned dedicated person. To also seek an update on the permeability plans for Paddocks/Hillcrest.
To ask the Chief Executive to give an update about food vans with permission in the parks, including Griffeen Valley Park, and is there any criteria in the granting of licence by the Council, in terms of ensuring that such vans are not located too close to or in the sight of local schools, such that the location of the vans might be an advertisement to children to purchase the food, and if he will make a statement on the matter
That this committee asks that Chief Executive revisits the requests for the council owned green building on Newcastle road, (next to Lucan Sarsfields) and to be included in programme for community use. A number of Motions have been raised and discussed on this issue for sometime and the question that needs to be raised here is why is it necessary to wait?, there is a deficit in community amenities and facilities in the area, could this site/building be fast tracked and utilised much sooner.
To ask the Chief Executive for an update on any prospect for community buildings in the older parts of Lucan
This committee recognised the many items /issues relevant to the a Adamstown SDZ and that quarterly meeting are held to address these. However one issue has become a regular one of late , the EV Charging points. This committee requests an update from Chief Executive in regards to the policy discussions currently being held between all four local authorities. And while we await the outcome of these proceedings this area committee asks CE what are residents to do in the meantime. We are planning new homes, numerous developments, and less private driveways, parallel parking spaces, etc , encouraged to be economically environmentally friendly invest in electric cars and residents are struggling to get planning permission from both the landowner and the council. There are charging points installed in areas which are not been used how is this design meant to work. This motion is on foot of the many queries I receive and representations that have been submitted.
Moved without Debate
To ask the Chief Executive to give an update on the need to mitigate noise from the N4 into Woodville estate in Lucan. Are there any measures planned in terms of road surfacing improvements, noise barriers etc.?
To ask the Chief Executive that an open waste water pipe on the road outside 36/37 Main Street Rathfarnham is covered to only allow water to flow away.
That this area committee asks the Chief Executive to ensure any branches of trees blocking public lighting along a pathway between the Willbrook and Fonthill estates in Rathfarnham are cleared, as darker evenings set in.
That this area committee asks the Chief Executive to plant a wildflower garden at the junction of Marian Road and Ballyroan Road in Rathfarnham.
To ask the Chief Executive - further to issues I previously raised [in membersrep 1256277] regarding public safety concerns about sections of the boundary fence along the river pathway from Lucan Demesne to the bridge leading into St Catherine's Park - for an update on the advice given by the Law Department regarding same and planned actions arising from this; to outline whether at this stage SDCC should simply construct its own secure and safe fence to prevent people entering private property, with a timeframe provided; and if a statement can be made on the matter.
To ask the Chief Executive if more rigorous monitoring can take place at the land adjacent to the goods entrance to Tesco shopping centre, Lucan, beside the N4 pedestrian footbridge, as multiple incidence of garden waste dumping and other material has been reported at this location.
To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the tender process and likely construction dates for older persons housing on the former Fassnidge site on Old Lucan Road, Palmerstown; to clarify that checks and balances are in place to ensure construction does not infringe unnecessarily on neighbouring properties, that boundary walls will be protected or reinstated; and if a statement can be made on the matter.
To ask the Chief Executive what steps are being taken to prevent further flooding of the Coldcut Road R833, especially near the junction with Cloverhill Road during heavy rainfall; and if a statement can be made on the matter.
That the Chief Executive write to Circle K on the Kennelsfort Rd in Palmerstown to ask that they enhance safety at the exit to their petrol station. The entrance/exit was recently changed and pose a danger to pedestrians as the view when exiting for drivers is obscured by a wall to the left and there is a need for additional signage for drivers to stop and give way to pedestrians.
Moved without Debate
That the Chief Executive, in the interest of the community and public finances, arrange for a council owned subsidiary or the council directly to tender for the operation of the new Lucan Leisure Complex and swimming pool.
That the Manager clears up the green area adjacent to 113 Dargle Wood because the overgrown folliage is providing cover for anti-social behaviour, including drug dealing and illegal dumping. And installs public lighting in the area, to combat such activities.