Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council launched its Arts Development Plan 2024-2030, Creating with Communities, at a special music event at the Gathering Grounds in Kilternan. The plan sets out a vision for a vibrant and inclusive cultural life for everyone in the county, with a strong emphasis on local artists, community engagement, and accessibility. The plan focuses on several key areas to support and develop the arts across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. A core aim is to make arts experiences more accessible within local communities. The plan prioritises supporting ambitious arts projects that connect people and places. Given demand, it is also planned to make the best use of our cultural spaces while exploring opportunities for new arts spaces. An Cathaoirleach, Cllr Jim O’Leary, said: “We envision a county where artists and creatives are deeply valued, where our communities are actively engaged in the arts, and where the arts enrich the lives of everyone in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, every day. Our new arts development plan underscores the value of the arts in enriching daily life and fostering a sense of place and pride.” Creating with Communities is the result of extensive collaboration, led by the Council’s Culture Strategic Policy Committee and drafted by the Arts Office. The plan's development involved a comprehensive public engagement process, ensuring that the voices of local artists and communities shaped its direction. This included specific consultations with children and young people, so that their needs and aspirations are reflected in the county's arts provision. Frank Curran, Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, added: “This plan demonstrates our commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive cultural life for everyone in our county. Creating with Communities is a bold vision, shaped by the voices of our local communities, artists, children, and young people. It's a roadmap to a county where the arts thrive in every corner, enriching lives and connecting us all.” Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is committed to working together with the local and national arts sector, community organisations, and partners to deliver Creating with Communities and achieve its ambitious vision for the arts in the county.

dlr are inviting the public to make submissions in relation to a new housing development proposal at Blackglen Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18. Submissions can be made via the online portal, by email or in writing. Further details available and a link to the online portal are available on our website.

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This week, Councillor Jim O'Leary, Cathaoirleach, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council was joined by Minister Patrick O’Donovan and Minister Charlie McConalogue, Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to officially break ground on phase 2 of the multisport campus at St. Thomas Fields at Tibradden Road, Co. Dublin. This project, in partnership with Dundrum South Dublin Athletics Club and resident clubs, aligns with our Corporate Plan and aims to encourage an active lifestyle and promote health and well-being in the community. The campus will serve as a lasting legacy for future generations, inspiring a culture of active participation and holistic development for future athletic stars and hopeful Olympians. We would like to especially thank Dundrum South Dublin Athletics Club for their contributions and collaboration over the years and to Minister O’Donovan and Minister McConalogue for their attendance at the sod turning and for the significant grant funding received through the Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund for this project. The phase 2 development includes two new buildings comprising a multi-sport building and a track enclosure building. The multi-sport building will feature various amenities such as a gym, flexible studio/hall space, a café, changing rooms, and more. The track enclosure will include a strength and conditioning room, a 60m sprint track with multiple other athletics facilities including long jump, triple jump and high jump. The buildings will be highly flexible in order to maximise occupancy and facilitate multiple use and is expected to be completed by Summer 2026. Further information available on our website.

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is delighted to announce the official opening of the new Ballyogan Library at the Samuel Beckett Civic Campus. This state-of-the-art library, spanning 1,300 square metres over two floors, is a welcoming space for the entire community to enjoy and is the first library in the County with a dedicated sensory space, dedicated teen area, music studio and creative room. Councillor Jim O’Leary, Cathaoirleach, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, was joined by the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, to officially unveil this fantastic new facility. With an anticipated 169,000 visitors a year, the new Ballyogan Library will be a valuable addition to the nearly one million visitors to our existing eight library branches. This new library is part of a wider library capital programme, with a new library for Stillorgan currently under construction. "We are thrilled to open the doors of the new Ballyogan Library to the community," said Councillor Jim O'Leary, Cathaoirleach, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. "This new library has been designed with the input of the local residents, and we are excited to offer a space that caters to the diverse needs and interests of our community. As the fastest-growing area in the county, Ballyogan Library is a vital resource for the community. The amenities and services offered at this library will enrich the lives of residents and contribute to the community's cultural and educational development." Frank Curran, Chief Executive, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council commented: “The new Ballyogan Library exemplifies our commitment to providing cultural, community, and sporting facilities to areas in need, aligning with the aspirations of the new Corporate Plan. Located in a community building, the library offers shared services and convenient access to public transportation such as the Luas. This marks the ninth library to open in the county and will significantly benefit the rapidly growing area. Our sincere thanks and congratulations to our teams and partners who have worked on and supported this project." Further details available on our website.

The Draft Old Connaught Local Area Plan is currently on display. Our first of two ‘drop-in’ public information sessions will be held this evening, March 25, at St. Gerard's School, Old Connaught from 4pm to 8pm. dlr staff will be available to discuss any questions you may have in relation to the Draft Plan. We look forward to seeing you there! Further details on the plan available on our website.

Find out more about the new Affordable Homes at Woodbrook, Shankill at our information evening which will take place next Wednesday 26 March from 4-8pm at the Royal Marine Hotel, Dún Laoghaire. Please register here to attend: https://bit.ly/4irgRI3 There will be 30 3-bed homes available to purchase and all information will be available on our website tomorrow on https://lnkd.in/euS8S6iy Applications will open in April via our on-line portal. Please contact afford@dlrcoco.ie if you require further information.

Find out more about the new Affordable Homes at Woodbrook, Shankill at our information evening which will take place next Wednesday 26 March from 4-8pm at the Royal Marine Hotel, Dún Laoghaire. Please register here to attend: https://bit.ly/4irgRI3 There will be 30 3-bed homes available to purchase and all information will be available on our website tomorrow on https://lnkd.in/euS8S6iy Applications will open in April via our on-line portal. Please contact afford@dlrcoco.ie if you require further information.

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