COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF CLONDALKIN, NEWCASTLE, RATHCOOLE, SAGGART AND BRITTAS AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

MOTION NO.6

MOTION: Councillor T. Gilligan

That the manager install lights at the back of boomers pub - dirty needles have been found, men urinating, drinking in broad day light, amongst other asb issues at woodford green at the back of Boomers Pub

REPORT:

As previously reported under Motion 8 at the ACM in December 2022, lighting in parks and open spaces has only been provided where there are short links between residential areas.  It is not considered safe to provide lighting in large parks or open spaces since persons could find themselves in a secluded area and vulnerable to anti-social elements who would be attracted by the public lighting.  Parks and open spaces should therefore not be used during darkness when alternative lit routes are available along public roads which are passively supervised by passing traffic. 

The area was recently inspected and while there was some evidence of drinking taking place in the form of discarded cans, there was no drug paraphernalia present.  As part of routine maintenance operations, any litter present on the open space will be removed and hedges will be pruned during the winter pruning period.  The provision of lights would not have any affect on the report of drinking taking place in broad daylight.  There are no proposals to install lighting at the location in question.

Residents who are experiencing ASB problems are encouraged to report incidents to An Garda Síochána who have the powers to enforce the law under the relevant Public Order and Criminal Justice Acts.