Agenda

Venue: Council Chamber - County Hall, Swords

Media

Items
No. Item

1.

Confirmation and Re-affirmation of Minutes of Balbriggan/Rush-Lusk/Swords Services B (Strategic and General Matters) meeting held on Thursday the 10th September 2026 pdf icon PDF 118 KB

QUESTIONS

2.

Councillor M. Boland - Public Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Points Rush - AI109447 pdf icon PDF 78 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive if consideration can be given for Rush to be assessed for additional public EV charging points, particularly on Council-owned lands or suitable Town Centre locations and to advise if any locations are currently under consideration?”

3.

Councillor M. Boland - Updated list of Taking in Charge - Rush and Lusk - AI109448 pdf icon PDF 26 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide an updated list of residential estates within the Rush and Lusk areas currently progressing through the taking in charge process, including the current stage each estate has reached and the anticipated timelines for completion?”

4.

Councillor J. Smyth - Mould and Damp Remediation Works in this LEA - AI109676 pdf icon PDF 41 KB

"To ask the Chief Executive to highlight the procedure for the treatment of persistent mould and damp within Council owned homes in this Local Electoral Area?”

5.

Councillor J. Smyth - Update on Rivermeade Community Centre - AI109677 pdf icon PDF 47 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the expected re-opening of the Rivermeade Community Centre and any associated works required?”

6.

Councillor J. Smyth - Sensory Accommodations for Adults in this LEA - AI110070 pdf icon PDF 40 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to advise what the current process is for use of sensory tents/quiet spaces at public events hosted by the Council or taking place in Council owned sites within this Local Electoral Area with a particular focus on these essential spaces being available for adults also?”

7.

Councillor J. Smyth - Traffic Flow Improvement Measures - Christmas Period - AI110071 pdf icon PDF 34 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to advise what traffic abatement measures will be introduced into the R132 Connectivity Programme of Works on the run up to the Christmas shopping period in light of the likely increased influx of shoppers to the town of Swords?”

8.

Councillor J. Smyth - Bus Lane Use Following Road Works - R132 - Swords - AI110072 pdf icon PDF 34 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to confirm if the bus lanes on the R132 Connectivity Project will remain open to all traffic until such time as Bus Connects is fully operational or Metro Link services commence?”

9.

Councillor J. Smyth - Comyn Manor Noise Solutions - Swords - AI110073 pdf icon PDF 64 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to advise what possible technology can be used/installed in the vicinity of Comyn Manor in Swords to help reduce the impact of noise from the R132 and associated works?”

10.

Councillor J. Smyth - Ongoing Consultations - Ward Rivervalley Park Development - AI110074 pdf icon PDF 24 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide a list of the current groups and individuals being consulted in relation to the ongoing development of the Ward Rivervalley Regional Park?”

11.

Councillor P. Mulville - Portrane Road Cycle Path - AI109737 pdf icon PDF 36 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to advise on the long delay for the provision of the safe cycling infrastructure from the Donabate Distributor Road to Portrane and to detail when works will commence?”

12.

Councillor L. Corkery - Correspondence with Swords Businesses - AI109748 pdf icon PDF 35 KB

"To ask the Chief Executive to provide a report on all correspondence with businesses on the Main Street and North Street in Swords in relation to the impact of Sustainable Swords Public Realm works?"

13.

Councillor D. Butler - Ballymaston Phase 3 - Donabate - AI109775 pdf icon PDF 45 KB

"To ask the Chief Executive to advise what impact the reported appeal against Ballymaston Phase 3 will have on the delivery of housing units for Fingal?"

14.

Councillor B. Ryan - Update on Brook's End Historical Landfill site - Rush - AI110015 pdf icon PDF 34 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on any progress made in relation to a report at this Area Committee meeting in April this year in respect of the Brook’s End Historical Landfill site in Rush?”

15.

Councillor E. Dockrell - Update on Pedestrian and Cycle Track - Portrane Road - Donabate pdf icon PDF 36 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the improved pedestrian and cycle track along the Portrane Road?”

16.

Councillor E. Dockrell - Update on the Play Trails Project - Portrane pdf icon PDF 34 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the status of the Play Trails Project for Portrane?” 

 

17.

Councillor E. Dockrell - Update on Development of School Sites - Donabate pdf icon PDF 35 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to share the latest update regarding engagement between the Department of Education and the Council on the development of school sites in Donabate?”

 

18.

Councillor E. Dockrell - Update on School Improvement Works - Main Street - Ballyboughal pdf icon PDF 37 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the Safe Routes to School improvement works planned for the Main Street in Ballyboughal including timelines and the next steps for this project?” 

 

 

19.

Councillor E. Dockrell - Upgrade of Area - Kenure Park - Rush pdf icon PDF 41 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive if consideration can be given to upgrade the area in front of Kenure Park, which is an objective of the Rush Town Centre First Plan per Page 46?”

20.

Councillor E. Dockrell - Review of Opening Times - Rogerstown Park pdf icon PDF 34 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive if consideration can be given to review the opening hours of Rogerstown Park so that it can be opened from Friday to Sunday (and not just on Saturday as is currently the case)?”

21.

Councillor C. Johnston - Donabate to Portrane Pedestrian and Cycle Path - AI110136 pdf icon PDF 36 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide a report including a timeline for delivery of the cycle and pedestrian path project from the Donabate Distributor Road/ Portrane Road junction to Seaview Park, Portrane and to confirm if this project will include a pedestrian crossing at the hospital gates/Longstone Park?”

22.

Councillor C. Johnston - Safe Routes to School - Naul - AI110138 pdf icon PDF 37 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive if consideration can be given to include Naul National School in the next round of Safe Routes to School given the ongoing safety concerns of parents and school staff in relation to access to this school?”

23.

Councillor C. Johnston - Turvey Loop Walk/Cycle Way - Donabate - AI110142 pdf icon PDF 35 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the provision of the Turvey Loop Walk/Cycle Way project which is an objective in the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 and in the Donabate Local Area Plan 2023-2026 and to confirm when this much needed infrastructure which will provide a safe pedestrian and cycle path from Beresford to Turvey Nature Reserve will be delivered?”

24.

Councillor C. Johnston - Wildlife, Education and Rehabilitation Centre - Turvey Nature Reserve - Donabate - AI110143 pdf icon PDF 24 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the provision of the Wildlife, Education and Rehabilitation Centre in Turvey Nature Reserve, Donabate which is an objective in the Fingal Development Plan and in the Fingal Biodiversity Plan?”

25.

Councillor C. Johnston - St. Ita's Hospital Site - Portrane - AI110144 pdf icon PDF 24 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide a report on the St. Ita's Hospital Site, Portrane feasibility study and to confirm when a meeting will take place with Councillors given the commitment in previous Motion AI99658 that a meeting would be facilitated with Councillors as part of the preparation of the updated feasibility study?”

26.

Councillor C. Johnston - Relocation of Seabees - Portrane - AI110145 pdf icon PDF 35 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive if consideration can be given to relocating the seabees in Portrane previously fronting the area where the rock armour has been recently installed to the following very vulnerable locations i.e. the end of Beach Lane/Valley Lane which has no protection at present, at the end of Murrays revetment, additional line of seabees where there are rows of two seabees currently fronting (details supplied) between Piper’s Take Away and Quay Road Corner?”

 

 

27.

Councillor C. Johnston - Cycle and Pedestrian Project - Lusk to Rush Station - AI110146 pdf icon PDF 35 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive to provide a report on the cycle and pedestrian route between Lusk and Rush Train Station, including a timeline for public consultation and delivery of this project?”

28.

Councillor G. Maguire - Ramp to Westbrook Estate - Harry Reynolds Road - Balbriggan - AI110141 pdf icon PDF 38 KB

“To ask the Chief Executive if consideration can be given to examine the ramp to Westbrook Estate with a view to providing the necessary rail and also to extend the path to provide proper access to the estate off Harry Reynolds Road in Balbriggan?”

29.

Applications for Funding

29a

Applications for Sports Funding pdf icon PDF 126 KB

ECONOMIC, COMMUNITY & CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT

30.

Proposed Disposals

30a

Notice of proposed wayleave at Ballough, Co. Dublin to Gas Networks Ireland, P.O. Box 51, Gasworks Road, Cork pdf icon PDF 55 KB

Additional documents:

30b

Notice of proposed disposal of land adjacent to 56 Seaview Park, Portrane, Co. Dublin to Margaret McMahon Fogarty, 56 Seaview Park, Portrane, Co. Dublin. pdf icon PDF 55 KB

Additional documents:

ENVIRONMENT, CLIMATE ACTION, ACTIVE TRAVEL & SPORTS BUSINESS

31.

Litter Management Plan Annual Report

GENERAL BUSINESS

32.

Correspondence

32a

Email dated 7th September 2026 from the Department of Education and Youth regarding Cllr. M. Quinn Illegal Dumping at Clonard Brook - Taylor's Hill, Balbriggan - AI108273 pdf icon PDF 90 KB

32b

Email dated 11th September 2026 from the Department of Transport regarding Cllr. P. Mulville - Donabate Train Station - AI106713 pdf icon PDF 101 KB

32c

Email dated 18th September 2026 from Department of Transport regarding Cllr. E. Dockrell Local Link Routes through Rural Villages - AI109214 pdf icon PDF 86 KB

32d

Email dated 23rd September 2026 from Iarnód Éireann in relation to Cllr. P. Mulville Donabate Train Station - AI106713 pdf icon PDF 158 KB

CATHAOIRLEACH'S BUSINESS

33.

Councillor T. O'Leary - Installation of Footpath - Skerries - AI109671 pdf icon PDF 35 KB

“That the Chief Executive install a new footpath outside circa 7 to 9 homes connecting Skerries Rock Estate to Skerries Community College for safe walking access and egress for approximately 1,100 pupils attending the College, noting footpaths already exist there.”

 

Additional documents:

MOTIONS

34.

Councillor L. Corkery - Rivervalley Area Sports Facilities - Swords - AI109693 pdf icon PDF 27 KB

“That the Chief Executive notes the forthcoming development at Fosterstown, including housing and a new school, as well as the growing need for additional community and social facilities in the wider Rivervalley area and calls on the Council to support the provision of sports facilities as part of the area’s development.”

 

 

35.

Councillor B. Ryan - Greenlands Guesthouse - Corduff - Lusk - AI109697 pdf icon PDF 45 KB

“That the Chief Executive provide a report on planning enforcement measures in relation to the site at the rear of the former Greenlands Guesthouse  Corduff, Lusk.”

 

36.

Councillor P. Mulville - Need for New Beresford/Beverton Estates Pedestrian Link - Donabate - AI108923 pdf icon PDF 35 KB

“That the Chief Executive works towards providing a much-needed pedestrian/cycle link from Beresford Estate into Beverton Estate in Donabate from the newest north-eastern end of Beresford, to provide a safe and more direct link to Donabate Town Centre via Ballisk.”

 

37.

Councillor M. Boland - Taking-In-Charge Process - Forge Estate - Lusk - AI109449 pdf icon PDF 44 KB

“That the Chief Executive writes to the developer of Forge Estate in Lusk, requesting that all outstanding works and documentation required for the taking-in-charge process be completed without further delay and seeks a clear completion timeline from the developer, should a satisfactory solution not be forthcoming, that the Council outline what further actions are available to be taken against the developer.”

 

38.

Councillor J. Smyth - CCTV at Bring Bank/Bring Centres - Swords - AI109452 pdf icon PDF 35 KB

“That the Chief Executive arranges for the installation of CCTV or other measures at the Bring Banks/Bring Centres in Swords in light of the level of dumping at the Swords Manor and Watery Lane sites.”

 

39.

Councillor J. Newman - Damaged Pathways in Brackenstown Woods - Swords - AI109596 pdf icon PDF 35 KB

“That the Chief Executive gives consideration to repairing the damage caused to pathways between the lake and Knocksedan Estate in the Ward Rivervalley Park, which creates public hazards on a daily basis to residents and other park users.”

 

40.

Councillor C. Johnston - Provision of Aires Sites in this LEA - AI109695 pdf icon PDF 49 KB

“That the Chief Executive gives serious consideration to the provision of dedicated motorhome Aires sites in this Local Electoral Area to provide short term overnight parking and to encourage and promote tourism with motorists stopping in local towns and villages.”

 

41.

Councillor G. Maguire - Provision of a lift at Bremore Castle - Balbriggan - AI109670 pdf icon PDF 40 KB

“That the Chief Executive provide a plan and timeline for the provision of a lift at Bremore Castle in order for it to be opened to the public.”

 

42.

Councillor T. O'Leary - Phase 2 Ballygossan to be Taken in Charge - AI109932 pdf icon PDF 34 KB

“That the Chief Executive arrange for Phase 2 Ballygossan to be taken in charge, including the playground and basketball court, as soon as possible and resolve  all outstanding issues with street lighting which is still not operational, as the estate is fully built and occupied,  residents need access to all facilities per the planning permission and building standards and provide a detailed timeline for same.”

43.

Councillor E. Dockrell - St. Ita's Hospital Campus Feasibility Study pdf icon PDF 32 KB

“That the Chief Executive provide an update on the St. Ita's Hospital campus feasibility study which is being led by the Council and involving the HSE and Department of Housing”.

 

44.

Councillor B. Ryan - Grass Cutting at Ardla Cottages - Skerries - AI109699

“That the Chief Executive arranges for an extension to the grass-cutting contract at Ardla Cottages to include the weeding of the adjacent verges”.

 

45.

Councillor P. Mulville and Councillor C. Johnston - Native Tree Planting Scheme - Donabate - AI109409

“That the Chief Executive gives consideration to a Native Tree Planting scheme on the small plots of land to the south of Semple Woods Estate in Donabate, as currently it is just long grass and shrubbery, (see picture attached), as this would add to the character and aesthetic of the location, as well as being important from an environmental perspective given the lack of native trees in the area and the loss of trees in recent years due to development locally.”

46.

Councillor L. Corkery - Swords Traffic Dashboard - AI109749 pdf icon PDF 42 KB

“That the Chief Executive publish a Traffic Dashboard on the Council website, which is updated regularly for the duration of the ongoing R132 and Sustainable Swords public realm works, providing residents, businesses and public representatives with clear information on:

- planned road closures and traffic diversions;
- average peak-time journey times;
- key congestion points across Swords;
- upcoming changes to temporary traffic management arrangements;
- a clear contact point for residents and businesses to report traffic issues arising from the works”.

47.

Councillor J. Smyth - Access Audit - Rolestown - AI110066

“That the Chief Executive arranges an access audit of the village of Rolestown in light of the increasing population of the village and the growing number of pedestrians with disabilities who use the area.”

48.

Councillor E. Dockrell - Proposal for a Rural Recreational Sports Hub for Ballyboughal - Garristown

“That the Chief Executive give consideration to funds being allocated in the Council's Capital Programme for a feasibility study on the proposal for a Rural Recreational Sports Hub for Ballyboughal, Garristown, Oldtown and The Naul”.

 

 

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