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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF LUCAN / PALMERSTOWN / NORTH CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

MOTION NO.18

MOTION: Councillor M. Johansson

That the Chief Executive investigate the recurring problem of rodents along the eastern side of the Fonthill Road between the Liffey Valley roundabout and the Castle Road junction and consider possible solutions to this problem.

REPORT:

There are no recent or open investigations in respect of rodent activity in the area as described or of any illegal dumping.  However, having discussed the exact locations with Councillor Johansson, the Environmental Health team have actioned the information received and are planning a mail drop to residents in the area, initially those in closest proximity to the road.  This will give information on how to minimise rodent activity by reducing access to food and water, ensuring their properties are pest proofed and general good waste management.  Details of the HSE Pest Control service and contact information for the Environmental Health team will also be included. The Environmental Health team are also making contact with the school to raise awareness of litter management and ask that they raise awareness with the students as to the consequences of littering, as a means of feeding the rodents and providing a constant food source.

The Management Company for the Retail Park is also being contacted to raise awareness and ensure the necessary mitigation measures are in place. The area flagged is a very large and a staged approach will be taken in terms of mail drop.  This will be reviewed and extended based on review of the measures in place from all SDCC departments and effectiveness of these measures, i.e. are we targeting the right location.

Feedback from the residents and local Councillors will aid this process greatly.