COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

MOTION NO. 1

MOTION: Councillor B. Bonner

Cathaoirleach's Business

That this Committee calls on the Manager to initiate the process of providing pedestrian access from Alpine / Ashwood to the Fonthill Road. 

REPORT:

The provision of pedestrian access from Alpine and Ashwood estates to the Fonthill Road is dependent on the construction of a connecting path system that is safe and fit for purpose.  It is a good proposal that requires serious consideration.  This path system would be constructed in the existing open spaces in both Alpine Heights and Ashwood and without interfering with their use for existing recreation opportunities.  Such a path system would achieve the objectives of permeability and connectivity and facilitate opportunities for walking and cycling for adults and children - both able bodied and disabled.  It would also help to progress the objectives outlined in the Government's Healthy Ireland document published earlier in 2013.

There has been some discussion on this proposal recently with the Elected Members and with local residents.  It is planned to present proposals to the Elected Members in 2014 to achieve this objective and in a manner that can gain local community acceptance.