COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

MOTION NO. 25

MOTION: Councillor M. Ward

"Residents of Clondalkin who are 55+ currently  travel in to Dublin City Council to avail of discounted rates for Community Centres, Gyms, Swimming pools etc provided by Dublin City Council.

This Committee calls on the same practice to be implemented in South Dublin County Councils facilities so that residents of Clondalkin can avail of this discount in their own area."

REPORT:

The 'Passport for Leisure' system, which is operated by Dublin City Council enables people over 55 access to a wide range of facilities at a discount rate. The card costs €10 and permits holders avail of a public swim at €2.75.

This council provides a special swim rate of €3 which is available in Clondalkin Leisure Centre on Monday and Friday and ' Living the Life' sessions on Thursdays with no card is required. The special offer is also available at Tallaght Leisure Centre on Monday and Wednesday with 'Living the Life' sessions on Thursdays. These activities for eprsons aged 55+ attract 1,000 visitors per month.