FINGER POST ROUNDABOUT DOUGLAS

Over the years the Fingerpost Roundabout in Douglas has been the subject of comment in relation to which ‘ lane’ motorists  are supposed to be in when exiting at each of the exits, the council are currently upgrading the surface and I have asked that the Roundabout itself is tidied up and a bit of colour is put into it.  In addition, the Engineer has informed me that it is not proposed to mark two lanes on the roundabout due to the urban nature of the roundabout and to the high number of access and entry points on the roundabout. I suppose people will just have to familiarise themselves with the rules of the roundabout!!!

Regards,

Now thats what I call a Community Guard!!

Received this email from our local community guard.  Great interaction, practical advice and hopefully a good weekend was had by all.  ps Im not sure how to increase the text size but will seek advice a.s.a.p.  !!

Dear all,

With Halloween ahead of us this weekend I just wanted to send out a brief email to make sure everybody stays vigilant around the Douglas area as we expect it to be busy.

If you see anything out of the ordinary or have large groups hanging around in your area please contact us. Do not approach anyone suspicious yourself!!!!! Call us on (021)4857670 or 999 in an emergency. Remember the Douglas patrol car is working 24 hours a day so we are available at all times. However remember that as its going to be a busy weekend and we will have to answer calls in order of priority, but be assured all calls will be answered.

Also a quick reminder to keep your homes and cars secure. Make sure all windows and doors are locked in the house and the alarm is on if you have one. Also make sure you do not leave valuables in your car and try and park it in a well lit area.

Enjoy the jazz if you get there,

Kind regards

DATAS Douglas Civic Centre

D A T A S – Douglas Civic Centre is a new Non-Profit Civic Centre. It is based in Unit 6 of St Patrick’s
Woollen Mills. We aim to provide a place where the Community can come together to learn & enjoy different
activities & support each other. Call to see a list of current activities and proposed future facilities.
Drop in for a cuppa and talk to Kate/Mat/ Annette/Deirdre.
We are open Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10:30 – 12:00 & Thursday 6pm -9pm or Phone:
Kate/Mat 0867322109; Annette 087763066; Deirdre 0879161952.
The costs for each class are for utilities. Call any of the numbers supplied to book your place.
Employment Service s : Job Search, C.V.’s , Interview Techniques, Job Notices, Papers, Computers.
Tea & Coffee. Every Monday morning 10:00 – 12:00 Cost €3
Life Coaching : This 4 week course looks at where you can get Guidance and External Support for Personal and
Professional growth and change. Mondays 7pm – 8.30pm (Tea & Coffee supplied ) Cost per class: €3
?Come and enjoy a Safe Space to Hang out, Surf the net, Play games and get Support from
people who care. Open Every Thursday 7pm – 9pm. You must be at least 13yrs old. Café open Cost €2
BULLYING – These classes will look at the types of Bullying. How to deal with it, Where to go and Whom to
get support from. Wed 10:00am – 12. Cost €3
Bring & Swap – Have you any unwanted items? Bring them along to the centre & swap for a wanted item.
Friday Mornings 10:30- 12:00. Cost €2

Community news/DATAS Douglas Civic Centre

Had great fun today in shopping centre, met all my friends from St. Columbus Hall.  I invited them to tea and buns in our new DATAS Douglas Civic Centre in Unit 6 St. Patricks Woollen Mills on Mon morn. (10.30 – 12.00  Lots of backroom work done by the wonderful Kate, Matt and friends and of course Annette.  All lending a hand to get the Civic Centre off the ground.  Will post photos shortly.  All wonderful sponsors will be acknowledged.  Interview on Community Radio Sat. to make people aware of facilities for all.  New Web site for DATAS to follow.

Douglas Long Term Car Park and Parking Bye Laws

I would like to give you a further update of progress as follows:

Any queries please contact me and I will try and clarify matters for you.

Culvert Installation at Church Street Douglas – Update

Readers will be aware of the current works being carried out in Church Street and despite the disruption the project will significantly lessen the incidences of any potential flooding in Douglas, something many of us were all too familiar with.  Click on the link below for update.

Douglas Culvert Progress Update No. 2

Local Issues

Grass Cutting in public open spaces is becoming a real problem for residents.  We have lobbied hard to try and get Area Eng to cut these open spaces and unfortunately he informs us he simply just hasn’t the funds.  We referred specifically to Pinecroft and Palmbury which has large tract of land uncut.  It is unfair that residents are expected to try and maintain it so the Area Committee has requested that a special request for funding this project should be sent to the Manager immediately.

Draft Douglas Parking Control Byelaws 2011

We debated this issue at length (over an hour) and have deferred decision pending clarification on 4 points.  These bye laws will work in tandem with the long stay car park at back of Douglas Woolen Mills.  Overall the aim is to free up car parking spaces in West and East Douglas by moving the long term parkers to Woollen Mills and having one hour and three hour parking in the centre of Douglas.  This will benefit businesses and residents alike.  We are also examining other areas for short term parking in Douglas.

Closure of Rights of Way

Residents have requested closure of right of way between Fairways and Lissadell Estate but Area Eng  informs me that because of property built over a watermain in the vicinity that the matter cannot be proceeded with at this time.

Walkway at rear of Norwood Court

Residents petitioned for this also but Eng is reluctant because of cost and instead recommends tidying it up.  He says it is well used.  However to close same wouldnt discommode residents too much and would add to the safety of residents who requested closure.

Pedestrian Crossing at Bow Wow Bridge

I had many discussion with the previous Eng in relation to traffic calming here.  Residents from Douglas Lawn are fearful crossing at that junction due to volume and speed of traffic. The current eng stated he would examine the matter and revert.

Installation of Yellow Box at end of Coach Hill

I requested the Eng to the install a Yellow box at end of Coach Hill’ and he informs me that WSP consultants have been engaged by Cork County Council to examine this and many other junctions, and make recommendations for improvement measures. 

Trees cutting at Mangla

 I also requested  clearing of overgrowth an cutting back of trees in the Mangla be attended to’ – Unfortnuately the trees etc. were damaged by vandals.  Council  have reported the matter to the Gardai who are investigating the matter with our assistance.