{meta} Agenda for Monthly Council Meeting on Monday 3rd April, 2023, 6.15 pm

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Lord Mayor's Business

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The Lord Mayor, on behalf of Dublin City Council, extended her sympathies to the family and friends of Jimmy Gray.  Jimmy was an outstanding servant to Dublin GAA.   He was a founder member of what is now one of Dublin’s biggest GAA Clubs Na Fianna and he played for Dublin in the 1961 All-Ireland Hurling Final. The Lord Mayor  also conveyed her sympathies to the family & friends of former Cllr. Brendan Byrne, who passed away last month.  Cllr. Byrne represented the Rathmines Area.  

 

The Lord Mayor thanked everyone for their involvement in the Lord Mayors Awards which took place last Thursday in the Round Room of the Mansion House. She said that it was a great honour to recognise the people and organisations who contributed so much to the City of Dublin. The awards were presented to Sandra Dillon, Gerard Prendergast, Barry Keoghan, An Taisce, Sailing Ireland and the Irish Wildlife Trust.

 

The Lord Mayor sought permission of the Members to invite the National Transport Authority to present to the May City Council. This request was approved. Due to time constraints the Members also agreed that the presentation would replace Topical Issue and Emergency Motions on the agenda.

2.

Ceisteanna fé Bhuan Ordú Úimhir 18 pdf icon PDF 561 KB

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It was moved by Councillor Anthony Connaghan and seconded by Councillor Dermot Lacey that Dublin City Council approves the Dublin Chief Executive answering the questions lodged. The motion having been put and carried, written answers to the  questions lodged for the City Council meeting were issued. The Questions and Answers are set out in Appendix A to these minutes.

3.

Correspondence received from the following Local Authorities; pdf icon PDF 64 KB

? Westmeath County Council

? Cork County Council

? Tipperary County Council

?  Sligo County Council

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Anthony Connaghan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of all correspondence listed. The motion was put and carried.

4.

To confirm the minutes of the City Council Meeting held on the 6th March 2023. pdf icon PDF 1 MB

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The minutes of the City Council meeting held on 6th March 2023 having been
printed, certified by the Meetings Administrator, circulated to the Members and taken
as read, were signed by the Lord Mayor.

5.

Vacancies:

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5(a)

One vacancy on the Regional Health Forum - Dublin North East, following the resignation of Cllr. Colm O' Rourke with effect from the 8th March 2023.

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Michael Pidgeon that Councillor Donna Cooney be appointed to the Dublin North East Regional Health Forum. The motion was put and carried.

5(b)

One vacancy on the City of Dublin Education & Training Board, following the resignation of Cllr. John Lyons with effect from the 16th February 2023.

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It was proposed by Councillor Deirdre Heney and seconded by Councillor Eimer McCormack that Councillor Claire O’Connor be appointed to the City of Dublin Education and Training Board. The motion was put and carried.

6.

Reports of the Chief Executive, in compliance with Section 138 of the Local Government Act 2001 informing the Council of works which are about to commence and in compliance with the Planning and Development Regulations 2001, Part 8:

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6(a)

Report No. 91/2023 of the Chief Executive (O. Keegan) - With reference to the proposed public realm improvement works at Duke Street, Anne Street South, Lemon Street, Duke Lane Upper, Duke Lane Lower and Anne's Lane, Dublin 2. pdf icon PDF 3 MB

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It was proposed by Councillor Deirdre Conroy and seconded by Councillor Patricia Roe that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 91/2023 and hereby approves the contents as set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

6(b)

Report No. 92/2023 of the Chief Executive (O. Keegan) - With reference to the proposed phased redevelopment of the existing Constitution Hill Flats bounded by Constitution Hill, Broadstone and Catherine's Lane, Dublin 7. pdf icon PDF 829 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Joe Costello that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 92/2023 and hereby approves the contents as set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

7.

Report No. 76/2023 of the Executive Manager (F. D'Arcy) - With reference to the disposal of the Fee Simple Interest under the Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) (No. 2) Act, 1978.

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Michael Pidgeon that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 76/2023 and hereby

approves the proposals set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

8.

Granting of Licenses and Leases:

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8(a)

Report No. 84/2023 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - With further reference to a proposed grant of 10-year licence of a Sports Pavilion at Springdale Road, Dublin 5 to St. Malachy’s AFC Company Limited by Guarantee. pdf icon PDF 3 MB

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It was proposed by Councillor Anthony Connaghan and seconded by Councillor Donna Cooney that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 84/2023 and assents to the proposal outlined therein. The motion was put and carried.

8(b)

Report No. 86/2023 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - With reference to the proposed grant of a 5 Year Lease in Our Lady’s Nursery, 121 Sillogue Gardens, Ballymun, Dublin 11. pdf icon PDF 308 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Anthony Connaghan and seconded by Councillor Donna Cooney that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 86/2023 and assents to the proposal outlined therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

9.

Disposal of Property:

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9(a)

Report No. 79/2023 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - With reference to the proposed lease of a plot adjacent to 90 Fairlawn Road, Finglas, Dublin 11.

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Janice Boylan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 79/2023 and assents to the proposal outlined therein. The motion was put and carried.

9(b)

Report No. 85/2023 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - With further reference to the proposed disposal of the Council’s freehold interest in 42, 43 and 44 (formerly 41) Chamber Street, Dublin 8.

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It was proposed by Councillor Michael Pidgeon and seconded by Councillor Ray McAdam that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 85/2023 and assents to the proposal outlined therein. The motion was put and carried.

9(c)

Report No. 89/2023 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - With reference to the proposed disposal of a plot of land to the rear of 96 Brian Avenue Marino, Dublin 3.

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It was proposed by Councillor Naoise Ó Muirí and seconded by Councillor Deirdre Heney that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 89/2023 and assents to the proposal outlined therein. The motion was put and carried.

9(d)

Report No. 87/2023 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - With reference to the proposed exchange of lands adjoining St Peter’s National School and Dalymount Park, Dublin 7. pdf icon PDF 242 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Joe Costello and seconded by Councillor Séamas McGrattan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 87/2023 and assents to the proposal outlined therein. The motion was put and carried.

10.

Report No. 70/2023 of the Executive Manager (D. Kelly) - Notification under Section 138 Local Government Act, 2001 Intention to proceed with Quayside Buildings, Custom House Quay. pdf icon PDF 456 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Joe Costello and seconded by Councillor Declan Meenagh that Report No. 70/2023 be deferred to allow further consultation with the Area Committee on the matter. The motion was put to a vote and was defeated. Full details of the vote can be found in Appendix B to these minutes.

 

It was then proposed by Councillor Mannix Flynn and seconded by Councillor Anthony Connaghan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 70/2023 and hereby approves the contents therein. The motion was put and carried.

Recorded Vote
TitleTypeRecorded Vote textResult
Vote No.1 - Motion to Defer Report 70/2023 Ad-Hoc Rejected
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  • 11.

    Report No. 95/2023 of the Chief Executive (O. Keegan) - UEFA Euro 2028 Host City Agreement. pdf icon PDF 230 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Séamas McGrattan and seconded by Councillor Ray McAdam that Dublin City Council approves the contents of Report No. 95/2023 and agrees to the signing of the UEFA Euro Host City Agreement. The motion was put and carried.

    12.

    Report No. 88/2023 of the Assistant Chief Executive and City Engineer (J. Flanagan) - Quarterly Report of the Active Travel Programme pdf icon PDF 384 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Declan Meenagh that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 88/2023. The motion was put and carried.

    13.

    Report No. 97/2023 of the Assistant Chief Executive and City Engineer (J. Flanagan) - Quarterly Report of the Traffic Department pdf icon PDF 566 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Declan Meenagh that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 97/2023. The motion was put and carried.

    14.

    Report No. 96/2023 of the Chief Executive (O. Keegan) - With reference to Revised Expenditure for 2022 Submitted in Accordance with Section 104 Local Government Act 2001. pdf icon PDF 232 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Joe Costello and seconded by Councillor Séamas McGrattan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 96/2023 and assents to the proposal outlined therein. The motion was put and carried.

    15.

    Report No. 78/2023 of the Head of Finance (K. Quinn) - Monthly Local Fund Statement and EU IMF Report. pdf icon PDF 520 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Daryl Barron and seconded by Councillor Michael Pidgeon that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 78/2022. The motion was put and carried.

    16.

    Report No. 83/2023 of the Assistant Chief Executive (C. O'Reilly) - Social Housing Supply and Delivery Monthly Update Report. pdf icon PDF 1 MB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Ray McAdam that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 83/2023. The motion was put and carried.

     

    17.

    Report No. 80/2023 of the Chief Executive (O. Keegan) - Monthly Management Report. pdf icon PDF 1 MB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 80/2023. The motion was put and carried.

    18.

    Report No. 74/2023 of the Area Committees - Breviates of Area Committee meetings held in the month of March 2023. pdf icon PDF 313 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 74/2023. The motion was put and carried.

    19.

    Report No. 75/2023 of the Arts, Culture, Leisure and Recreation Strategic Policy Committee - Breviate of the meeting held on the 27th February 2023, Councillor Cat O'Driscoll, Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 333 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 75/2023. The motion was put and carried.

     

    20.

    Report No. 81/2023 of the Housing Strategic Policy Committee - Breviate of the meeting held on the 15th March 2023, Councillor Alison Gilliland Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 238 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 81/2023. The motion was put and carried.

     

    21.

    Report No. 82/2023 of the Planning and Urban Form Strategic Policy Committee - Breviate of meeting held on 7th December 2022, Councillor. Ray McAdam, Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 249 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 82/2023. The motion was put and carried.

     

    22.

    Report No. 90/2023 of the Finance Strategic Policy Committee - Breviate of the meeting held on 16th March 2023, Councillor Séamas McGrattan, Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 149 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 90/2023. The motion was put and carried.

     

    23.

    Report No. 94/2023 of the Climate Action, Environment & Energy Strategic Policy Committee - Breviate of the meeting held on 30th November 2022, Councillor Michael Pidgeon, Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 130 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 94/2023. The motion was put and carried.

     

    24.

    Report No. 93/2023 of the Climate Action, Environment & Energy Strategic Policy Committee - Breviate of the meeting held on 22nd February 2023, Councillor Claire Byrne, Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 131 KB

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    It was proposed by Councillor Alison Gilliland and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 93/2023. The motion was put and carried.

     

    25.

    Topical Issues

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    No topical issues were submitted for consideration.

    26.

    Motions on Notice pdf icon PDF 389 KB

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    Motion No. 2 in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell:

     

    The Lord Mayor confirmed that Councillor Tom Brabazon had agreed to allow Councillor Damian O’Farrell’s motion to be taken ahead of his own motion.

     

    It was proposed by Councillor Damian O’Farrell and seconded by Councillor Naoise Ó Muirí:

     

    “That this Council calls upon the leadership of the Christian Brothers European Province, to ensure all victims of child sexual abuse perpetrated by members of their religious order are treated in a just and Christian manner. 

     

    The present litigation strategy of the Order and highlighted by RTE Primetime and former Chief Justice Frank Clarke is a form of ‘double and secondary abuse’ which requires victims of sexual abuse ( incl child rape / child oral rape / whipping etc. ) who are seeking civil court reparations to potentially have to deal with over 160 different defendants / law firms ( some outside the state ) and to serve summons on all elderly Order members (over 160 members / average age 80yrs ) again many outside the state and most of whom are innocent of any wrongdoing. 

     

    This Council further calls on the Christian Brother leadership  to appoint one single  legal representative for all order member defendants which will have no negative effect on their right to defend themselves in court.” 

     

    Following contributions from all the political groups the motion was put and carried. It was agreed that the Lord Mayor would write to the Order to convey the terms of the motion as agreed.  

    27.

    Emergency Motion(s)

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    No Emergency Motions were taken for debate.