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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE

Monday, September 23, 2024

QUESTION NO.8

QUESTION: Councillor T. Costello

"To ask the manager following representations and meetings for St Kevin's Killians GAA can I get an update of outcomes for the club regarding pitch repair and maintenance on Kilnamanagh pitch?"

REPLY:

Following a meeting between the Public Realm Section and St. Kevin's Killians GAA Club, a commitment was made to improve the playing surface of the two GAA pitches.

The work involved installing a lateral drain along the side of the pitches to capture rainwater before it percolated onto the playing surface. These drains were connected to the existing local drainage system. The pitches were then verti-drained and sanded to enhance percolation and usage, followed by overseeding and fertilizing to promote grass growth, ensuring it can withstand the wear and tear of regular play. These works have been completed and pitches are back in use by the club.