{meta} Agenda for Monthly Council Meeting on Monday 4th November, 2024, 6.15 pm

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Lord Mayor's Business

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Birth

The Lord Mayor congratulated Councillor Michael Pigeon & his wife Kate on the recent birth of their baby Ned.

 

Special Meeting of Dublin City Council

The Lord Mayor informed members that a Special Meeting of the City Council will be held on Monday 11th November, 2024 at 6.15pm to discuss the Dublin City Taskforce Report.

 

Congratulations

The Lord Mayor extended congratulations to Shelbourne FC Womens team who won their FAI Cup Final on the 20th October and the Shelbourne FC Men’s Team who became the League of Ireland Premier Division Champions.

 

A Safe City

The Lord Mayor informed members that on Saturday night last, he joined with members of An Garda Síochána including Superintendents Dermot McKenna and Cormac Brennan and walked through the city from Grafton Street and Pearse Street, through Temple Bar and to Capel Street.  He ended the evening at Dublin by Night Fest on Capel Street which was organised in partnership with Dublin Town, Dublin City Council, Fáilte Ireland and the Department of Tourism.   Dublin by Night Fest  was a two-day celebration of the night-time economy and purple flag status.    A total of nearly 40,000 people attended across both nights.  Friday night was based in Central Plaza / South William Street / Drury Street and Saturday night in Capel Street.  Over the two nights there were 66 business stalls and upwards of 70 paid artists and performers including up and coming Dublin bands, city centre buskers, samba band and samba dancers, trad band and Irish dancers, brass band, live interactive art workshops and top Dublin drag artists – supporting Dublin based arts and culture was a priority of the event. He thanked all involved in organising this family friendly event which was a real celebration of Dublin.

 

Neurodiverse Friendly / Autism-Friendly City

Next week is Equality and Inclusion Week.  The Lord Mayor advised that further announcements will be made to further embed the initiative into DCC to see 3 year plan delivered on.

 

Taskforce on Integration

The Lord Mayor advised the members that he chaired the first meeting of the Taskforce for Integration which was held last Wednesday.

 

Halloween at the Mansion House

Halloween at the Mansion House ran from Wednesday 30th October to Saturday 2nd November with almost 1,000 people coming through the Mansion House for “A Paranormal Investigation”.  This was aimed at teenagers with 68 spooky tours through the house including 10 of them reserved for children with neurodiverse needs. The Pumpkin Patch in the Lord Mayor’s Garden which was aimed at younger children welcomed 735 people.  He thanked Neil, Natasha, Hazel and all involved in the event.

 

 

 

 

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Ceisteanna fé Bhuan Ordú Úimhir 18 pdf icon PDF 132 KB

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It was moved by Councillor Christy Burke and seconded by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll 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.

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Correspondence was received from the following Local Authorities; pdf icon PDF 156 KB

·         Roscommon County Council

·         Westmeath County Council

·         Fingal County Council

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·         Roscommon County Council

·         Westmeath County council

·         Fingal County Council

 

It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Conor Reddy 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 7th October 2024 & the Special Council Meeting held on 15th October 2024. pdf icon PDF 2 MB

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The Minutes of the City Council meeting held on 7th October 2024 having been
printed, certified by the Meetings Administrator, circulated to the Members and taken
as read, were signed by the Lord Mayor

5.

Report No. 232/2024 of the Chief Executive (R. Shakespeare) - Nomination of External Members to the Dublin City Council Audit Committee. pdf icon PDF 85 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Keith Connolly and seconded by Councillor Janet Horner that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 232/2024 formally ratifies the establishment of an Audit Committee, approves the councillor membership, as agreed on the 2nd July 2024 and that the above nominees be appointed as external members of the Dublin City Audit Committee. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Report No. 235/2024 of the Assistant Chief Executive (M. Mulhern) - Borrowing for Housing Capital Planned Maintenance 2024 & 2025. pdf icon PDF 78 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and Seconded by Councillor Fiona Connelly that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 235/2024 and hereby approves the borrowing requirement as set out therein, subject to the sanction of the Minister of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Report No. 233/2024 of the Chief Executive (R. Shakespeare) - Dublin City Council Strategic Policy Committees 2024 – 2029 Sectoral and Public Participation Network Membership. pdf icon PDF 169 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll and seconded by Councillor Mannix Flynn that Dublin City Council Council hereby approves the SPC membership 2024-2029 and the nominations included therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Report No. 216/2024 of the Area Manager (B. Phillips) - With reference to the extinguishment of the public right of way between 233-235 Glasnevin Avenue and 10-11 Beneavin Park Dublin 11. pdf icon PDF 181 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Anthony Connaghan that we, the Lord Mayor and Members of Dublin City Council, being the Roads Authority for the City of Dublin and being of the opinion that the public right of way between 233-235 Glasnevin Avenue and 10-11 Beneavin Park Dublin 11 as shown on the attached Map SM 2022-0027 is no longer required for public use, extinguish the public right of way in accordance with Section 73 of the Roads Act 1993. The Motion was put and carried. An updated version of the report is attached to this minutes in Appendix B.

 

The following councillors wished for their objections and abstentions to be noted;

 

·         Cllr. Mannix Flynn – Abstain

·         Cllr. Patrick Kinsella – Abstain

·         Deputy Lord Mayor Donna Cooney – Against

·         Cllr. Feljin Jose – Against

·         Cllr. Ray Cunningham – Against

·         Cllr. Michael Pidgeon – Against

·         Cllr. Hazel Chu –Against

·         Cllr. Claire Byrne – Against

 

The Lord Mayor vacated the Chair to Councillor Ray McAdam at 7.15 p.m. and returned to the chamber at 7.17 p.m.

 

 

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Report No. 211/2024 of the Assistant Chief Executive (A. Flynn) - With regards proposed development known as Codling Wind Farm, an offshore wind farm in the Irish Sea. pdf icon PDF 2 MB

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It was proposed by Councillor Patrick Kinsella and seconded by Councillor Claire Byrne that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 211/2024. The Motion was put and carried.

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Report No. 218/2024 of the Assistant Chief Executive (M. Mulhern) - The Traveller Accommodation Programme 2025-2029. pdf icon PDF 3 MB

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Report no. 218/2024 be adjourned to the December Council meeting. The motion was put and carried.

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Report No. 215/2024 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Robinson) - 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 Séamas McGrattan and seconded by Councillor John Stephens that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No.215/2024 and hereby assents to the proposal set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

12.

Granting of Licenses and Leases:

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Report No. 219/2024 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - Grant of a 20 year lease of the Ground Floor Unit at 19 Dawson Street Joshua Dawson House to BO and WEI Ltd t/a Musashi Sushi. pdf icon PDF 340 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll and seconded by Councillor Janice Boylan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No.219/2024 and hereby assents to the proposal set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

12(b)

Report No. 220/2024 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - Grant of a 5 year short term letting of 46/47 Mellowes Court, Finglas, Dublin 11 to Finglas Support and Suicide Prevention Network CLG. pdf icon PDF 278 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll and seconded by Councillor Janice Boylan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No.220/2024 and hereby assents to the proposal set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

12(c)

Report No. 222/2024 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - Grant of 10 year Lease of Ground Floor Unit at 31-33 Gloucester Street South, Dublin 2 to Viera Martial Arts Ltd. pdf icon PDF 289 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll and seconded by Councillor Janice Boylan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No.222/2024 and hereby assents to the proposal set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

12(d)

Report No. 224/2024 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - Grant of a 5 year licence of Tennis Courts, St. Anne's Park, All Saints Road, Dublin 5 to the Trustees of St. Anne's Park Tennis Club. pdf icon PDF 324 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll and seconded by Councillor Janice Boylan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No.224/2024 and hereby assents to the proposal set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

12(e)

Report No. 225/2024 of the Assistant Chief Executive (A. Flynn) - Proposed Lease of 19 Manor Street, Dublin 7. pdf icon PDF 256 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll and seconded by Councillor Janice Boylan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No.225/2024 and hereby assents to the proposal set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

13.

Disposal of Property:

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13(a)

Report No. 221/2024 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - Disposal of a plot to the rear of 25c Cambridge Avenue, Dublin 4.

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It was proposed by Councillor Daryl Barron and seconded by Councillor Janice Boylan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No.221/2024 and hereby assents to the proposal set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

 

13(b)

Report No. 223/2024 of the A/Executive Manager (M. Igoe) - Disposal of former walkway adjacent 73a Belcamp Avenue, Coolock, Dublin 17.

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It was proposed by Councillor Daryl Barron and seconded by Councillor Janice Boylan that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No.223/2024 and hereby assents to the proposal set out therein. The motion was put and carried.

 

 

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Report No. 217/2024 of the Assistant Chief Executive (M. Mulhern) - Social Housing Supply and Delivery Monthly Update. pdf icon PDF 405 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 217/2024. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Report No. 228/2024 of the Chief Executive (R. Shakespeare) - Dublin City Development Plan 2022 – 2028: Two-Year Progress Report 2024. pdf icon PDF 1 MB

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Daryl Barron that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 228/2024. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Report No. 234/2024 of the Deputy Chief Executive (E. Quinlivan) Social Media Governance in Dublin City Council. pdf icon PDF 105 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll and seconded by Councillor Ray McAdam that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 234/2024. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Report No. 231/2024 of the Area Manager (K. Mitchell) - Local Community Safety Partnerships. pdf icon PDF 69 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor John Stephens and seconded by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 231/2024. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Report No. 226/2024 of the A/Head of Finance (V. Leonov) - Monthly Local Fund Statement. pdf icon PDF 171 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Séamas McGrattan and seconded by Councillor Conor Reddy that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 226/2024. The motion was put and carried.

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Report No. 227/2024 of the Chief Executive (R. Shakespeare) - Monthly Management Report. pdf icon PDF 2 MB

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Cat O’Driscoll that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 227/2024. The motion was put and carried.

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Report No. 212/2024 of the Area Committees - Breviates of Area Committee meetings held in the month of October 2024. pdf icon PDF 106 KB

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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 Report No. 212/2023. The motion was put and carried.

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Report No. 214/2024 of the South Central Area Joint Policing Sub-Committee - Breviate of the meeting held on 14th October 2024, Cllr. Daithí Doolan, Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 79 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Daithí Doolan and seconded by Councillor Ray McAdam that Dublin City Council notes the contents of Report No. 214/2024. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Report No. 229/2024 of the Protocol Committee - Breviate of the meeting held on the 2nd May 2024, Councillor Deirdre Heney , Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 127 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Conor Reddy and seconded by Councillor Anthony Connaghan that Dublin City Council adopts the contents of Report No. 229/2024. The motion was put and carried.

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Report No. 230/2024 of the Protocol Committee - Breviate of the meeting held on the 26th September 2024, Councillor Ray McAdam , Chairperson. pdf icon PDF 123 KB

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It was proposed by Councillor Ray McAdam and seconded by Councillor Conor Reddy that Dublin City Council adopts the contents of Report No. 230/2024. The motion was put and carried.

 

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Topical Issues pdf icon PDF 75 KB

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The following Topical Issues was proposed for debate:

DCC says free Enoch Burke now.

 

In accordance with Standing Orders the topical issue was put to a vote and did note achieve the requisite two thirds support to be debated. Full details of the vote can be found in Appendix C to these minutes.

 

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Motions on Notice pdf icon PDF 104 KB

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Motion No. 1

 

It was proposed by Councillor Ray Cunningham and seconded by Councillor Mannix Flynn.

 

That this City Council supports expanding the area served by Dublin Bikes and requests a report on how to do so from the relevant SPC.

 

The motion was put and carried.

 

 

 

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Emergency Motion(s)

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Emergency Motion No. 1 in the name of Cllr. Daithí Doolan

Dublin City Council notes with deep concern the ongoing annual shortfall of €9m in funding to City Council from the Department of Health for the provision of the ambulance service,

 

Dublin City Council calls on an tArd Mheara to write to the Minister for Health before our Budget meeting demanding that the Department resolve this funding crisis as a matter of urgency and commits to covering the cost in the future.

 

It was agreed that this motion be taken without debate.  The Lord Mayor also agreed to write to the Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly TD.