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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF RATHFARNHAM AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

QUESTION NO. 7

QUESTION: Councillor A.M. Dermody

"To ask the Manager if any progress has been made around preparing a “grass works programme” similar to the Arboricultural Works Programme operated by the department for the Rathfarnham ward?"

REPLY:

In 2013, the regular  cutting of grass in parks and open spaces across the County (including the Rathfarnham area) will be dealt with as part of the overall maintenance of the Public Realm.  These works are scheduled in detail by location and operation, using the Council's Schedule Management System, which is available on line.  In general, the aim will be to achieve a three week frequency of grass cutting for major parklands and estate open space areas etc. which is considered acceptable and is an improved frequency on previous years for some areas. With regard to playing pitches, the Council will aim to cut these on a weekly basis throughout the summer months, subject to suitable ground conditions being available.  For margins along busy roads/dual carriageways (with specific health and safety requirements) and wildflower set aside areas in the major parks, it is proposed to cut these once/twice per year, as required.