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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

Monday, December 09, 2019

QUESTION NO. 13

QUESTION: Councillor Eoin Ó Broin

During periods of prolonged snow fall such as the so-called 'Beast from the East' in 2018, SDCC ensures to the best of its ability that roads are kept clear. Less emphasis is placed on clearing footpaths. This choice discriminates against pedestrians. Can the council investigate acquiring plough or brush attachments for their current fleet of sweeping vehicles that could clear footpaths in each LEA in the event of prolonged snowfall? See attached photos of possible vehicle attachments.

REPLY:

Road Maintenance Dept operate 7 Gritting routes on the county roads. In the event of prolonged snow, Public Realm Dept vehicles have been used to clear snow from footpaths.