COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE

Monday, June 26, 2017

MOTION NO. (3)

MOTION: Councillor B. Ferron

"That this Committee notes the on-going issues with the drains located between 120 & 140 The Crescent Millbrook Lawns. In the last year the drains have flooded on several occasions, the last time was at the end of May when raw sewage was pumped out on the roads and gardens in the area. The residents would like to express their appreciation to the Management for their quick reaction to the problem in absolutely horrendous weather conditions on this occasion. But they are calling for this Committee to call on the Chief Executive to support a full survey of the drains in the area and to carry out works to make sure that these problems do not arise again. Also, since this last incident there has been a problem with rat infestation and so this Committee calls on the Chief Executive to arrange to have the area fully treated."

REPORT:

"This sewer is owned and maintained by Irish Water, they are aware of these complaints, which they asked SDCC Water Services Drainage section to investigate on their behalf.

SDCC Drainage section carried out an inspection and survey for Irish Water, identifying the need to remedial works.

With the approval of Irish Water, these works were carried out during the week ending 16th June.

SDCC Drainage section also laid rat poison bait in the manholes on behalf of Irish Water.

When reports of overflow incidents are received through the Irish Water call centre, SDCC Water Services arrange an immediate clean up of the affected area, on behalf of Irish Water.

If the Motion is passed a letter will be issued to Irish Water and when a reply is received it will be issued to the Members.

Members are reminded that Irish Water have established a Local Representatives Service Desk which is committed to giving speedy responses to Elected Officials.

This Service Desk can be contacted at localrepsupport@water.ie or at 1890 178 178"