COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF LUCAN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

MOTION NO. 18

MOTION: Councillor P. Gogarty

"That the Chief Executive, as part of any traffic management upgrade of the Griffeen Avenue area, would specifically examine the pedestrian crossing along this route beside Griffeen Glen, as residents have reported persistent ignoring of the signs by certain motorists to the extent that it is now a danger for younger and older pedestrians in particular, or those with buggies; to outline best practice in dealing with similar situations elsewhere in Ireland; and if a statement could be made on the matter."

REPORT:

The crossing in question is a Zebra crossing. It is of a type used exstensively throughout the country and further afield. There is no evidence that zebra crossings are less effective than other types of signalised crossings. The Gardai in Lucan wil be asked to monitor the location with a view to enforcement.