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Celbridge Area Meeting

Minutes of Meeting

held at 10.00 a.m Friday, 21 January 2011

in the Council Chamber, Áras Chill Dara.

Members Present: Councillors S Griffin, C Murphy, J McGinley, K Byrne and C Purcell.

Apologies: Councillor Sean Purcell

Also Present: Mr P. Minnock, Mr J. Boland (Directors of Service), Ms. S. Kavanagh (S.E.O.), Mr I Bargouthi (S.E.E.) Mr A. Dunney (S.E.E.) Ms E. Murray (A.E.) Charlie Talbot, (Meetings Administrator), Ms S Rice (Area Secretary)

CE 01/01/11

Minutes and Progress Report

The committee considered the minutes of the monthly meeting held on 13 December 2010. Resolved on the proposal of Councillor McGinley and seconded by Councillor Purcell that the minutes be confirmed and taken as read.

Dublin Bus, and required infrastructure for extension to bus route

A Dublin Bus representative was invited to the meeting but he was unable to attend, Councillor Purcell suggested that Dublin Bus should name a venue and date that suit them and that the councillors would facilitate this.

Repair of Speed cushions, Crodaun Forest Park

It was reported that the cost of repairing ramps varies from €21.50 to €40.50 per square metre (plus vat) depending on the area and the colour of material used. In addition to this cost was the lining, studs, sharks teeth and traffic management. Councillor Purcell stated that at this stage it would be safer to remove the ramp in question rather than wait for it to be repaired.

Unauthorised developments in Celbridge electoral area

Councillor Murphy stated that all they wanted was general information relating to the North Kildare area i.e. How many files were open, how many were closed, current status etc. the councillor also requested that the council contact the Computer Services Board regarding the database currently in place and ask them to upgrade the reporting system currently in place throughout the country. The Planning section gave a detailed breakdown of the required information; however Councillor Murphy asked if the IT department could possibly create a program that would allow the planning department to easily obtain a breakdown of files that were open, closed, current status, location etc.

Unauthorised Development, Leinster Park, Maynooth

At the October meeting the planning department reported that a site inspection had been carried out by the enforcement officer and the report was currently being progressed. The completion of the report was expected within the next two weeks. Councillor McGinley requested an update on this item for the February meeting.

Process with receiver at Meadowbrook Estate

Councillor McGinley asked if council staff could do a costing of the outstanding works and then forward the bill to the receiver and register the cost of the works to them.

Alcohol Bye Laws in Celbridge electoral area

Chief Superintendent Michael Byrnes and Sergeant Tim Burke attended the meeting to discuss current anti-social problems in Kildare, he reported that in 2010 there were 1036 reported cases of anti-social behaviour in Kildare and that not all of them were alcohol related. It was also reported offences of “possession of a deadly weapon” were up by 4% but that reports of assaults were down by 16% on previous years. The Chief Superintendent stated that the gardai tackle illegal drinking in public places by enforcing the alcohol legislation currently in place, he reported that 86% of these cases were dealt with by the gardai and that no fine was issued, as the greatest punishment for most offenders was the confiscation of the alcohol. The Chief Superintendent reported that he had recently met with the Vintners Association of Kildare to discuss problems with juvenile drinking in the county, he also commended the efforts of the Joint Policing Committee who were a great assistance to the gardai and that a positive and fruitful effort was being made by all those involved. An Cathaoirleach and the members thanked the gardai for attending the meeting and for their hard work and commitment in doing a dangerous job. Mr Minnock also thanked them for trying to make Kildare a better and safer place to live.

CE 02/01/11

To receive update on Celbridge Traffic Management Plan

As reported in late 2010, a preliminary meeting was held with the National Transport Authority (NTA) to discuss a list of potential sustainable transport schemes to be funded in 2011. In addition, the draft NTA Strategy was due to be published for public consultation shortly. The Celbridge Traffic Management plan was one of the schemes proposed for funding in 2011. However, the NTA had not informed Kildare County Council of their 2011 allocation to date. It was agreed that this item would remain on the agenda.

Resolved: That this item remain on the agenda.

CE03/01/11

Road Safety on road at Old Carton

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Murphy:

In view of the number of accidents that have occurred on the road at Old Carton that the Council arranges to a road surface with a rough finish in order to increase the road holding of vehicles in that location.

The roads department reported that this section of road was “power washed” by a contractor in November 2010 to remove any build up of grime/oil/rubber. The road was then tested for skid resistance and the values were well within specification. The area engineer stated that the area office would continue to monitor this road.

The report was noted.

CE04/01/11

Re-painting of road markings in Maynooth

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor McGinley:

That the following road markings in Maynooth be re-painted in the interest of public safety:

• Yellow boxes at the two exits from the College to Parsons Street

• The yellow boxes at the Roost and at Buckley House on Main Street

• Along Mill Street and at the Boys School

• The yellow box at the exit from Greenfield Shopping Centre

The Area Office reported that there was no funding to replace lining/yellow boxes at present. If funding was made available during the year then the requested road markings could be installed. Councillor McGinley asked how much the works would cost as they badly need to be done.

Resolved: That the roads department cost the works and return to the February meeting with a report.

CE05/01/11

Emergency road repairs in Maynooth

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Griffin:

That as a result of recent severe weather, the council are requested to carry out emergency road repairs at the following locations:

(a Moyglare road (near the traffic lights)

(b) Straffan road (opposite Noones garage)

(d) The traffic calming ramp at the Church of Ireland in Straffan.

(e) The entrance to the Quarry in Celbridge.

The roads department reported that where possible the area office would carry out repairs to roads damaged by the recent frost. An Cathaoirleach reported that a raised manhole in the middle of the road opposite Noone garage, Straffan road was particularly dangerous and needed urgent attention.

Resolved: That the roads department investigate the manhole in question and report back to the committee at the February meeting.

CE06/01/11

Road accidents at M4 Leixlip/Celbridge interchange

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Griffin:

That in view of the increasing number of accidents occurring on the M4 at Leixlip/Celbridge interchange, that Kildare County Council request the NRA to examine the alignment and water egress of both the slip roads with the motorway (coming and going towards Dublin)

The area office reported that they were not aware of any problem at this location regarding the road alignment. If there was accident data to support this suggestion then they would contact the NRA and ask them to investigate the matter. With regard to the surface water, the area office hoped to address this issue this year. An Cathaoirleach reported that he had actually witnessed accidents at this location and asked that the NRA be made aware of this problem as soon as possible as it seemed to be a design fault.

Resolved: That the roads department inform the NRA of the problems at this location.

CE07/01/11

Dangerous junction at Main Street and Saint Patrick’s Park

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Byrne:

That in accordance with Section 5.7 of the Celbridge Traffic Management Plan that the junction at Main Street and Saint Patrick’s Park which has been identified as dangerous for pedestrians, be rendered safe with the use of pedestrian lights or other measures and that a report be presented to the council outlining the action needed.

The transportation department reported that in the absence of external grant funding there was no funding available in the 2011 transportation budget to carry out these works.

Resolved: That the roads department write to the NRA regarding funding for 2011.

CE08/01/11

Undergrounding of wires in Main St, Celbridge

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Byrne:

That the council present a three year plan for the implementation of the long standing policy to put the overhead cables in Celbridge Main Street underground and that funding or this important project be identified (including excess from the regulated parking scheme in the town)

The transportation department reported that in the absence of external grant funding that there was no funding available in the 2011 transportation budget to carry out these works.

As indicated in an earlier response, the Celbridge Traffic Management plan was one of the schemes, put forward by Kildare County Council to the NTA, for funding in 2011. However, the NTA has not informed Kildare County Council of their 2011 allocation to date. Councillor Byrne asked that the roads department write to the NRA for funding, An Cathaoirleach suggested that a possible pilot scheme could be carried out in Celbridge regarding the undergrounding of wires, Councillor Purcell agreed with An Cathaoirleach’s suggestion. Councillor Murphy reported that Celbridge was the only town in North Kildare that had this problem.

Resolved: That the roads department write to the NRA regarding funding and that a pilot scheme be set up to enable the undergrounding of wires in Main Street, Celbridge.

CE09/01/11

Footpath repairs, 913-914 St Patricks Park, Celbridge

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Byrne:

That the council examine the footpath between houses 913-914 Saint Patrick’s Park Celbridge, which is in need of repair and where there is the butt of an old public lighting pole protruding, which is a serious hazard to pedestrians, with a view to remedial action.

The area office reported that they could repair this footpath if funding was made available. The estimated cost of repairing this footpath was €4,800.00.

Report was noted.

CE10/01/11

Repair of roads/footpaths in Celbridge, following severe weather

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Murphy:

Has an estimate been done on the cost of repairing roads/paths within the Celbridge Electoral Area following the recent severe weather, if so what is the outcome? If not, will an estimate be done?

The roads department reported that approximately €800,000 was received from the Department of the Environment in 2010 in recognition of the additional costs sustained by Kildare County Council during the recent severe weather. Furthermore, on a national level the CCMA were negotiating on behalf of local authorities for additional funding to repair roads damaged by the severe weather. It was estimated that there was approximately €1 million damage done to roads in County Kildare. This estimate had not yet been broken down by electoral area. Some repairs had already been carried out in the Celbridge electoral area to the worst affected roads. Councillor Murphy stated that residents were not aware of the timing and long process involved in the allocation of funding to local authorities. Ms Kavanagh also added that certain potholes could not be repaired until the weather conditions improved, if they were to be repaired immediately there was a greater chance that they would deteriorate again quickly during winter weather conditions.

Report was noted.

CE11/01/11

Distributor road, Castledawson

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Murphy:

Has the developer of Castledawson responded to the request to take the distributor road in charge?

The planning department reported that Castledawson estate could not be taken in charge until the pump station located in Newtown Hall was taken in charge. Building control section contacted the developers of Newtown Hall with a view to taking the pump station and the section of the main access road from Castledawson to the pump station in charge. He indicated that he had no objection to the county council taking the pump station in charge but that he did not own the road from the pump station to Castledawson. The planning department then contacted the owner of the road who indicated that he had no objection to the county council taking the road in charge. The developers of Newtown Hall were currently not on site. They have informed the council that they had hoped to recommence development works in early 2011. When they return to site we would provide them with a snag list and arrange for an inspection of the pump station.

The report was noted.

CE12/01/11

Thornhill Heights junction

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor McGinley:

:What proposal has roads design come up with to help solve the problem of drivers turning at Thornhill Heights junction and what is the cost?

The roads department reported that following a detailed survey of both junctions at Thornhill Gardens and Thornhill Heights it was noted that both radii at these entrances were in the region of 10.5 meters. As (1) the Department of Environment recommendations for site development works recommends that the minimum radii for this junction is 10.5m, and (b) it was a condition of planning permission for this housing development to comply with these recommendations, it was not recommended to narrow these junctions.

It was suggested that the chief technician meet Councillor McGinley on site to discuss the difficulties at this particular location and to discuss possible solutions. Councillor McGinley reported that the residents just want right angle junction, he agreed to meet with Mr Kane on site to discuss this matter further.

Resolved: That the chief technician meet with Councillor McGinley at Thornhill Heights/Gardens to discuss this matter.

CE13/01/11

Upgrading of Public Lighting, Thornhill Heights estate, Celbridge

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Byrne:

Arising from my motion last year seeking the upgrading of the public lighting in Thornhill Heights Estate, Celbridge, could I be advised if any progress has been made or is planned on this matter?

The transportation department reported that there was no funding in the 2011 budget for undertaking the installation of public lighting infrastructure unless it would to be funded from an external grant source or from councillors discretionary grant monies. Councillor Byrne asked if the parks section could carry out some tree pruning which would improve the problem at some of the locations.

Resolved: That the parks section carry out tree pruning in Thornhill Heights, Celbridge were overgrown trees were blocking public lighting.

CE14/01/11

Litter problem on Celbridge to Barberstown road

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Byrne:

To ask the council if the roadside litter along the Celbridge to Barberstown road but particularly along the Kiladoon Estate Wall could be removed as soon as possible.

The Area Office agreed that this road was badly littered, however the area office did not have adequate resources for litter picking and referred the item to the environment section.

Resolved: That the environmental section investigate this location with the view to removing the litter.

CE15/01/11

Celbridge Tidy Towns Committee

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Byrne:

To ask if the council would liaise with the Celbridge Tidy Towns Committee who wish to discuss a project to put lantern style lighting on the Liffey Bridge at Celbridge?

It was reported that a meeting could be arranged with the Tidy Towns Committee representative to discuss the proposals but no commitment could be made to finance any works as there was no funding in the 2011 budget for undertaking the installation of public lighting infrastructure unless it was to be financed from an external grant source or from Councillors discretionary grant monies.

The report was noted.

CE16/01/11

Update on Odour control unit, Celbridge

Mr. Fathalla Ibrahim, Senior Executive Engineer, attended the meeting to inform the members that the water services section had made contact with the garage regarding the proposal to install the odour control unit on their land, he also reported that if the council were to go ahead with this location that the unit would have to modified by the manufactures to reduce the noise levels of the unit. Councillor Murphy queried the timeframe for delivery and what the cost implications would be, the engineer stated that as this was still at the design stage he was unable to give a costing.

The report was noted.

CE17/01/11

Water disruptions during bad weather

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Murphy:

The Celbridge Area committee are provided with a report on the recent water disruptions, including:

(1) The locations where no running water was available within our electoral area;

(2) The availability of water and what are the shortcomings in supply, what action is needed to remediate this;

(3) The locations where there is a persistent problem and what action can be taken. (4) The capacity for the council to respond i.e. tanker provision, information provision etc.

Report: Areas within the Celbridge Electoral Area without running water during the recent inclement weather, was mainly due to the following:

(a) Frozen private service connections,

(b) Some areas were either without water entirely or had reduced pressure during night-time restrictions.

(c) Some areas suffered intermittent problems due to frozen valves, but were attended to and fixed once we became aware of the problem.

(d) Areas affected due to bursts.

2. The same water sources were available as prevailed prior to the recent crisis. The problem was that demand reached extraordinary levels which resulted in reservoir levels dropping drastically. This required emergency action by the Water Services Department so as to ensure at least a limited supply.

Staff made themselves available during the holiday period to maintain the network, manage reservoir levels, co-ordinate tankering arrangements, repair leaks/bursts, provide information to the media and members of Council, operate emergency lines etc.

Action required includes a better appreciation for water conservation by the general public, ongoing investment in leak detection and the progression of the proposed DublinRegional Supply scheme so as to ensure sustainable supply of drinking water to the entire Greater Dublin Area. It is hoped that the formal signing of the Barrow Abstraction contract will be completed next month and this will result in a further additional supply of circa 32 megalitres of water per day to the region with effect from Q1 2013.

In addition, as part of the Water Services Investment Programme (2010 – 2012), this Council in conjunction with the DOEHLG, will be fast-tracking the construction of the Castlewarden to Ballygoran scheme with a view to completion in Q4 of 2012. This project will include the up-grading of the reservoir at Ballygoran from 10 megalitres capacity to 30 megalitres. In addition, a new watermain (450mm) will be constructed from the reservoir to Celbridge. These measures which, inter alia, involve the conveyance of water from the Ballymore Eustace supply will greatly improve the security of supply to the North-East of the county including Celbridge. Water pressure will also be enhanced.

3. We are not aware of any areas suffering from consistent problems in the Celbridge Electoral area. Admittedly areas on high ground dependent on levels in Ballygoran reservoir and at the end of the distribution network would be more severely affected due to the restrictions imposed and when storage levels became severely depleted on 27 December 2010.

4. The Council has direct labour crews available 24/7 to respond to drinking water incidents. Each crew has stand-pipes available to provide water at short notice to areas suffering from supply. Back-up support from the Civil Defence Service is also available in this regard during emergencies. In tandem with this, we have approximately 24 water tankers available for private hire at short notice. We also update our website on a daily basis during times of major incidents and have adequate numbers of clerical staff to call on at short-notice to operate the phones in such circumstances. Arrangements in this regard are currently being strengthened. Councillor Murphy asked that the council put on their thinking caps and avail of the unemployed tradesman, namely plumbers in the county should this problem occur again, she also asked that smaller tankards be used on a more frequent basis. Councillor Purcell thanked Mr Talbot, staff and in particular the area office staff who gave up their holidays to assist during the bad weather conditions, he also asked that the council website be updated more frequently regarding tankard times, solutions to frozen pipes etc. Councillor Purcell also commended the Mayor Brendan Weld for all his work during this time.

Councillor McGinley asked that the council replace all current stop cocks with plastics ones as they were less likely to freeze in bad weather conditions and that he was not convinced that the stopcocks were a major problem.

Resolved: That the council investigate the possibility of installing plastic stopcocks throughout the county.

CE18/01/2011

Water shortages in Celbridge electoral area

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Griffin:

In view of the number of homes who were left without water primarily due to frozen pipe lines from the stop cock to the house, I am requesting that Kildare County Council devise a plan of action to remedy the situation at the stop cock ( I understand the stopcock is the property of the council)

Kildare County Council's level of responsibility with regards to the supply of drinking water to premises extends from the water treatment plant as far as the stop-cock outside the premises. While the stop-cock is the property of Kildare County Council; from the stop-cock to the premises is private. From our experience, stop-cocks normally only freeze if the connection between it and the property had already frozen. Therefore, so long as the public mains were running, the council's level of responsibility with regards to the stop-cock was fulfilled. While Kildare County Council could invest in a program of reducing the level of prone connections, an investment of hundreds of thousands of euro would be needed, and would be wasted unless the householder, in tandem, reduced the level of their own connection and re-laid with better insulation to protect against further freezing.

Water services recommendation, therefore, is that the plan envisaged would be ineffective unless householders take similar action, and the council would have to budget accordingly. Water services would be recommending a budget of up to €100,000 if the council were to proceed. An Cathoirleach proposed that the council proceed with the recommendation of €100,000 being used to upgrade stopcocks, this was seconded by Councillor Purcell. Councillor Murphy stated that a solution was needed for emergency situations where it was a necessity that water be available in a particular household. The meetings administrator asked that people bear in mind that Kildare was contracted to the greater Dublin water supply whose water levels were critically low which did not help the situation. An Cathaoirleach and Councillor Purcell again commended the work of the council staff who worked during their Christmas holidays and sacrificed time with their families.

Resolved: That this item proceed to full council meeting.

CE19/01/2011

Taking in charge of Ryemont Abbey

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Murphy:

Can we have an update on the outstanding issues in relation to taking Ryemont Abbey in charge?

The planning department reported that the developer had been requested to undertake repairs to the boundary wall at this estate in 2010. To date these repairs had been substantially but not entirely completed. The developer was aware that additional repair works to the wall were required and had agreed to attend to them before the estate was taken in charge. It was proposed to include this estate in the next batch of estates to be advertised for taking in charge. This would most likely be in February. It must be stressed that that the taking in charge of this estate could not be completed until the repairs to the boundary wall were completed.

The report was noted.

CE20/01/2011

Landscaping at school and Playground, Celbridge

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Murphy:

That we consider the value of landscaping the area between the playground and the school in Celbridge. What type of landscaping could be done to better manage problems here, what budget might be available and what is the cost benefit of doing such work?

It was reported that is was not proposed to landscape the area between the playground and the school as it was considered that this would have little effect in combating the litter problem at this location. Any planting would likely cause further litter accumulation as it would act as a trap. In order to try to alleviate some of the problems outlined by local residents it was proposed to remove the old concrete fence and to lower the height of the hedge to increase the visibility of the area. Furthermore the contractor maintaining the playground had been asked to carry out litter picking in the area in front of the playground to combat the problem of litter accumulation in the area. Councillor Murphy asked that the council reconsider this location for landscaping and that thorny shrubs be planted as this would deter people from entering or using them to hide behind. An Cathoirleach asked that another litter bin be placed at this location.

Resolved: that the council reconsider this location for landscaping and that thorny shrubs be planted as this would deter people from entering or using them to hide behind. An Cathoirleach asked that another litter bin be placed at this location.

CE21/01/2011

Allotments, Harbour Field, Maynooth

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor McGinley:

That the bottom of the Harbour Field, Maynooth, behind the town side goal posts, be used for allotments in order to overcome the problems in providing them at Carton Avenue/The Boreen.

It was reported that there were a number of considerations which militate against the development of allotments at this location. These are:

1. The proposed site is prone to water logging and is therefore not suitable for vegetable or fruit growing.

2. The area is in close proximity to the playing pitch and will therefore be prone to damage from stray footballs etc.

3. As previously outlined to the area committee the administrative work on the existing pilot scheme in the Wonderful Barn and the demands on the senior executive parks superintendent would have to decrease before this initial pilot scheme can be extended to other sites.

Consequently it was not proposed to develop the allotments at this location. Councillor McGinley reported that as far he was aware that there were no problems with water logging and that the site did have good drainage, that the playing pitches would not be a problem as games were played in the opposite direction of the proposed site and he also suggested that a committee be formed who would possibly look after the administration side of things, he asked that the parks department revisit this location as it was the most suitable site available, Councillor Murphy suggested that water be sourced from the nearby canal.

Resolved: That the parks department re-visit this location with the intention of creating an allotment site.

CE22/01/2011

Landscaping at Loughnamona.

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Griffin:

Last year we were promised that the council would provide low level planting at the entrance at Loughnamona. When is this going to happen? (planting season coming up).

It was reported that a clean up of this area and some low maintenance planting would be carried out in the next three months to coincide with the tree planting season. However the future maintenance of any works carried out would be a matter for the local residents thereafter due to the limitations of resources available.

Report was noted.

CE23/01/2011

Extra Litter bin, Celbridge Playground

The following motion was considered in the name of Councillor Griffin:

Can the parks department provide extra litter bins outside the playground facility in Celbridge?

It was reported that an extra litter bin was provided between the car park and the playground entrance in the last two years. This was done to combat the accumulation of litter in this area. To date this has proved unsuccessful. In order to deal with the current problem the playground maintenance contractor will undertake additional litter picks in conjunction with maintenance work.

Report was noted.

CE24/01/2011

Update on the former ESB site, Leixlip

Mr Minnock reported that this site was acquired to help re-invigorate the commercial heart of Leixlip through the development of the site.

This objective was included in the Local Area Plan:-

1. To promote and facilitate the growth and sustainable development of Leixlip as a moderate growth town as recognised by the Regional Planning Guidelines for the greater dublin area and the Kildare County Development Plan

2. To promote and support the growth and sustainable development of Leixlip as a town located in the Primary Dynamic Cluster of Leixlip, Maynooth, Celbridge and Kilcock.

3. To strengthen the base for new residential development and additional areas for other uses including employment, retail and community uses appropriate for a moderate growth town having regard to the areas natural and built heritage.

Following advertisement of the site, preferred bidder status was assigned to a proposal for the development of a primary care centre, coupled with an adult education training venue and generating car parking for around 110 cars. Early signs that such a proposal would progress had not been sustained and preferred bidder status has been withdrawn.

While the above proposition was being advanced, a number of other enquiries were deferred. Accordingly, to allow full consideration to be given to possible options for bringing the site into productive use, it was proposed to re launch the request for expressions of interest. Advertisements seeking expressions of interest would be in place by end of January 2011.

It is acknowledged that the economic environment had changed from the time the site was originally acquired but consideration of all proposals would reflect short, medium and longer term objectives for what was best for Leixlip. Councillors were invited to relay any interest they may be aware of which should be considered, that would bring the site into beneficial use. Councillors would be kept informed of any progress achieved. An Cathaoirleach thanked Mr Minnock for the report and stated that the car park was vital.

The report was noted.

CE25/01/2011

Celbridge Pay Parking review

To consider review of Celbridge Pay Parking Bye Laws.

The members proposed that a review of the Celbridge pay parking bye laws be done roads department noted the members request.

Resolved: That a review of the Celbridge pay parking bye laws be done.

CE26/01/2011

Other Business

Annual review of Flood Alleviation Scheme

Mr Joe Boland and Mr Alan Dunney attended the meeting to inform the members of what projects had been completed under the flood alleviation scheme and what the current and up and coming schemes were. It was reported that €2 million had been spent to date in the Celbridge electoral area on various projects and that the Ardclough flood scheme was the next project to be completed. Councillor Murphy commended the works completed on the Toni River but reported that Duncarrig and Captains Hill needed urgent attention, Councillor Byrne also commended the work done on the Toni River and reported that the Donacomper River could cause problems in the future and asked that the water services section monitor it. Councillors Griffin and Purcell also agreed Councillor Murphy regarding Duncarrig and Captains Hill.

Resolved: That the water services department investigate the members concerns regarding Duncarrig, Captains Hill and the Donacomper River.

The meeting concluded.