Springfield & Regal Park
In May I asked Dublin City Council to arrange for cul de sac signs to be erected at Springfield and Regal Park entrances on Blackhorse Avenue. My request was referred to the Traffic Officer and I am pleased that Dublin City Council has erected cul de sac signs at the entrances to both roads. Hopefully this will reduce the […]
Finglas Road
In recent years Dublin City Council has undertaken work to improve the appearance of the Finglas Road so that it complements the worldclass Glasnevin Cemetery Museum. The planting of trees and re-organisation of parking by Dublin City Council has contributed to a better appearance and easier access for visitors to the graveyard and museum. Following my […]
Norfolk Road
On a number of occasions over the past year, and in response to complaints from residents of Norfolk Road, I have asked Dublin City Council to deal with illegal dumping in the lane to the rear of Norfolk Road and Cabra Park. In May Dublin City Council advised me that “the lane way is question […]
Violet Hill Park
Violet Hill off the Finglas Road is a beautiful meadow like park with the Tolka river gently flowing through. Unfortunately when the weather started to improve this spring some anti-social people decided to visit and abuse the park. A number of fires were lit in the park and damage was done to the meadow, bridge and railings. I […]
Green Street Court House
Green Street Court House, Smithfiled, D7 The appearance of Green Street Court House in Smithfield has been deteriorating in recent times so in May 2013 I asked Dublin City Council to advise me who is responsible for the court house on Green Street? What is the proposed use for the building? Will the manager arrange […]
Cabra East Flood Prevention
In May 2013 I again raised with Dublin City Council the issue of flood prevention for homes in Cabra east. I asked that Dublin City Council provide a report on what measures has DCC taken to reduce the risk of flooding in Cabra East? Can the Manager outline what options can be explored to improve drainage […]
Cabra Flooding
I continue to work to get Dublin City Council to protect homes in Cabra from flooding. Last year swales were created on Drumcliff and Killala greens to provide flood protection. After the swales were completed I raised concerns with Dublin City Council about the fact that the swales don’t empty fully and promptly. Following my […]
Cabra for Youth
Despite the Governments unfair and counterproductive cuts to youth services Cabra for Youth is open for business this summer. The summer programme is designed for young people ages 10-18years living in Cabra. For more information please feel free to call in to Cabra for Youth in John Paul Park Community Center in the Boggies or […]
Saturday Recycling @ Grangegorman
For years I have worked to get Dublin City Council to open their waste depot in Grangegorman on Saturdays. I am pleased to inform you that from Saturday 15th June the Recycling Centre will now open to the public from 10.00am to 4pm. Saturday opening will remain in place throughout the Summer months and the […]
Reilly’s Bridge Fly-over
This week Irish Rail announced that work to replace Reillys Bridge on Ratoath Road with a new bridge spanning the railway line and canal is to commence this month and should be completed at the start of 2015. Irish Rail have agreed to provide community liaison for the duration of the works and to work […]