COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

QUESTION NO.10

QUESTION: Councillor F. Timmons

To ask the Chief Executive for an update report on the playspace in Knockmitten that needs upgrading and to ask would he consult with the Clondalkin Autism Parents Support Network (CAPS Network) to see how their children's additional needs could be met? To also ask the CE to look at the water features that are no longer working and replace these or reinstate them ?

REPLY:

Knockmitten playspace was designed to include sensory and accessible play items and an accessible path provides access throughout the play area. Following a recent inspection, it was noted that the striking tools for the sound tubes in the sensory area are no longer present. Arrangements are being made to have these replaced. 2 benches have been replaced in the playarea within the last year.

The water feature inside the entrance gate did not function as initially intended and was repurposed shortly after construction to form a road feature that can be used by children as a play item with toy cars.

The water feature near the sand pit has been vandalised on a number of occasions and the water pump has been stolen. Despite efforts to reinstate this item, it has not been possible. Options to replace this water feature have been examined however, due to the numerous play items present and the intensive landscaping/planting it has not been possible to identify an alternative item that will fit this small space while meeting required safety standards.

Should the Clondalkin Autism Parents Support Network (CAPS Network) have suggestions for improvements they should contact the Public Realm Section and the matter can be discussed further.