Agenda and minutes
Howth/Malahide Area Committee (Services A - Operational Matters) - Wednesday, 3rd June, 2026 3.00 pm
Venue: Council Chamber - County Hall, Swords/MS Teams
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Confirmation and Re-Affirmation of Minutes of the Howth/Malahide Area Committee (Services A - Operational Matters) Meeting held on Wednesday 6th May 2026 Minutes of Meeting of Howth Malahide Area Committee (Services A – Operational Matters) held on 6th May 2026 which had been circulated, were CONSIDERED.
It was proposed by Councillor J. Guerin, and seconded by Councillor C. Haughey and RESOLVED:
“That the recommendations contained in the Minutes of the Howth/Malahide Committee Meeting (A) 6th May 2026 be ADOPTED.”
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ANNOUNCEMENT Karen Gallagher, Senior Engineer, extended her gratitude to Niamh Russell and Ben O’Reagan for their contributions, noting this is their final Howth/Malahide Area Committee Meeting before transitioning to new roles. |
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QUESTIONS It was proposed by Councillor J. Guerin, and seconded by Councillor C. Haughey and RESOLVED:
“That pursuant to Standing Order No. 51, Questions 2–19 inclusive be ADOPTED.”
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Councillor A. Tormey - Traffic Calming Measures - Feltrim Road - AI108540 |
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Councillor C. Haughey - Traffic Calming for Kinsealy Lane - AI108662 |
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Councillor C. Haughey - Benches for Strand Road, Baldoyle - AI108663 |
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Councillor C. Haughey - Tree Survey for Seapark - AI108664 |
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Councillor C. Haughey - Repair Footpath in Chalfont - AI108666 |
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Councillor C. Haughey - Heritage Sign Board at Portmarnock Beach - AI108674 |
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Councillor C. Haughey - Installation of Bin for Carrickhill Road Lower - AI108707 |
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Water Fountains Baldoyle Village and Racecourse Park - AI108693 |
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Installation of Pole for Cycle Lane - Station Road, Portmarnock - AI108696 |
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Footpath Repairs - Inbhir Ide, Malahide - AI108697 |
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Hedge Maintenance - The Mall, Baldoyle - AI108699 |
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Maintenance of the Entrance to Baldoyle via Donaghmede - AI108700 |
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Inspection of Baldoyle Bridge Litter Issue - AI108701 |
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Maintenance of Grange Road Baldoyle - AI108702 |
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Councillor D. Healy - Progress Report on Coastal Cycleway Stepped Access - AI108728 |
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Councillor D. Healy - Update on Kilbarrack Road Coastal Cycleway Junction - AI108729 |
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Councillor D. Healy - Report on Car, Bus and Coach Parking Howth - AI108735 |
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Councillor D. Healy - Howth Parking Control Proposals 2005 - AI108737 |
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OPERATIONAL NEW WORKS, ETC. |
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Review of Casual Trading Bye-Laws 2021 A presentation was given by Deridre Sinclair, Administrative Officer.
Following discussion, it was agreed that Deirdre Sinclair would contact the ESB to see if they can facilitate electrical connection for the casual traders.
The report was NOTED.
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CATHAOIRLEACH'S BUSINESS |
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Councillor C. Haughey - Litter Bags Collection in this LEA - AI108676 The Motion, in the name of Councillor C. Haughey was proposed by Councillor C. Haughey and seconded by Councillor J. Hopkins.
The report was taken as read.
Following discussion, the report was NOTED.
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Councillor C. Haughey - Traffic Calming/Pedestrian Safety on Estuary Road - AI108683 The Motion, in the name of Councillor C. Haughey was proposed by Councillor C. Haughey and seconded by Councillor J. Hopkins.
The report was read into the record by James Culhane, Senior Executive Engineer.
Following discussion, James Culhane confirmed the Operations Department will conduct an ATC survey.
The report was NOTED.
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Councillor D. Healy - Report on Damaged Cycle Lane Separation Bollards - AI108686 The Motion, in the name of Councillor D. Healy was proposed by Councillor D. Healy and seconded by Councillor J. Hopkins.
The report was read into the record by Patrick Wallace, Executive Engineer.
Following discussion, it was agreed the Operations Department will review bollard frameworks with other local authorities.
The report was NOTED.
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Pedestrian Safety at Longfield Road and Myrtle Drive - AI108688 The attached motion, in the name of Councillor J. Hopkins was proposed by Councillor J. Hopkins and seconded by Councillor C. Haughey.
The report was read by James Culhane, Senior Executive Engineer.
Following discussion, Therese Casey, Executive Parks and Landscape Officer, agreed to remove a large section of the laurel hedges within the next few weeks to improve visibility to improve sightlines. The Operations Department will also prune the lower branches of the hornbeam trees following bird nesting season.
This report was NOTED.
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Councillor D. Healy - 30km/h Speed Limits in this LEA - AI108687
The Motion, in the name of Councillor D. Healy was proposed by Councillor D. Healy and seconded by Councillor J. Hopkins.
The report was read into the record by James Culhane, Senior Executive Engineer.
Following discussion, it was agreed a date would be circulated for an informal presentation with Councillors.
This motion was AGREED.
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Councillor J. Hopkins - Burrow Beach Lifeguard and Summer Plan - AI108689 The Motion, in the name of Councillor J. Hopkins was proposed by Councillor J. Hopkins and seconded by Councillor C. Haughey.
On behalf of Fingal County Council, Karen expressed deepest condolences to the family of Abbie Carmody-Pepper on their recent loss.
The Report was read into the record by Karen Gallagher, Senior Engineer.
Following discussion, Karen confirmed that all feedback from the meeting will be reported back to the Water Safety Authority.
The report was NOTED.
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