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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF LUCAN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

MOTION NO. 14

MOTION: Councillor P. Gogarty

"That the Chief Executive reviews the current situation of traffic management, road layout and road markings along Lucan Road between the traffic lights on Chapel Hill and the entrance to Roselawn now that St Andrew's NS has been open long enough to assess what further measures, if any, are required to ensure safe access to and from the school for children, along with safe access and drop-off points for parents and teachers; safe access to and from Colaiste Padraig for the students of that school; safe access to and usage of the relocated bus stop on the school side of the road; and access issues for residents of Roselawn/Ballydowd and Chalet Gardens; including a site meeting if requested by a number of Councillors; and if he will make a statement on the matter."

REPORT:

The current traffic arrangements at this location have been under review since the school opened. It should be noted that a substantial drop off area has been provided within the school grounds eliminating the need for drop off on the Lucan Road. The bus stop had to be relocated to provide the right turn lane. A recent problen that may be contributing to the situation is the operation of the traffic lights on Lucan Bridge.However, arrangements are in place to have works undertaken on these lights during the week-end of 26th/27th September. This should improve matters generally in the Lucan area. The situation will be kept under review.

If requested a site meeting will be facilitated.