Ramp Repairs
There is a problem in the City with speed ramps deteriorating. I have raised this issue in past and requested that ramps on Blackhorse Avenue, the Old Cabra Road and other parts of our area be repaired. At the September 2012 meeting of Dublin City Council I asked the Manager to please advise when the ramps on Lindsay, […]
Development should be supported
The Governments decision in November of 2011 to cut the capital budget by €750m in 2012 was a devastating blow to our economic recovery. One of the projects that was directly affected by the Governments decision was Metro North. At the time the Government indicated that the Metro North underground service to Dublin Airport would […]
Derelict Sites
In July 2012 I was informed by the Derelict sites section that all work has been carried out on both houses on Connaught Street so the District Court proceedings were struck out with costs awarded to the Council. The properties will now be removed from the Derelict Sites Register while the matter of outstanding levies will […]
Royal Canal Cycle Path
Since I was first elected in 2004 I have consistently campaigned for an upgrade of the Royal Canal Path from Ashtown to the IFSC. Over recent years pedestrians and cyclists have been able to enjoy the upgraded path from Cross Guns Bridge to Binns Bridge and Spencer Dock. At the July ‘12 Central Area Committee […]
Creative & Vacant Spaces in the City
Dublin City Council is working with landlords of vacant buildings and creative artists in the City to match their needs. The pilot project includes three properties in the Central Area and the City Council is inviting property owners right across the city to contact them and get on the register of Vacant Spaces. Mary
Enniskerry Road Trees
Following my request on behalf of residents of Enniskerry Road in Phibsborough, Dublin City Council has agreed to plant some trees on the road. The trees should enhance this cul de sac of pretty houses where the residents work hard to keep their area looking its best. Mary
Z15 Land Zonings
The City Manager has advised me that on June 15th 2012 submissions were heard by the Judge from both sides in relation to the Z15 (Institutional)Land Zonings but the Judge deferred giving his order until the 25th June. I will keep you posted of any updates as they develop. Mary
Derelict Houses Connaught Street
Unfortunately the court case was adjourned again this week until June 12th 2012. On this occasion the owner appeared without legal representation, unlike at previous hearings. The Judge pointed out that penalties on conviction include the possibility of imprisonment and stated that he was, in the circumstances, not prepared to hear the case while the […]
Community Policing Forum Phibsborough
The Next Public Community Policing Forum meeting for the Phibsborough area will take place next Thursday 24th May at 8pm in the club room St Peter’s Church. The Gardai, Dublin City Council Staff and Elected Representatives will review activities in the Phibsborough and Shandon Area. All residents and property owners in the area are invited […]
Phibsborough Spring Clean
Grab your rubber gloves! Phizzfest and Phibsborough Business Association together with local residents and with the support of DCC will take the An Taisce Spring Clean to Phibsborough on Saturday 28th April between 10 am and 2pm. Will you give 2 hours? Can you rope in a pal/partner/offspring?! Many hands make light work and a big […]