COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

MOTION NO. 8

MOTION: Councillor F. Timmons

Cathaoirleach's Business

"That this Area Committee requests that South Dublin County Council investigate the old swimming pool beside Clondalkin Leisure centre as a base for Clondalkin Youth Band who need a new long-term base for the Band.  What would the cost be to bring it into use? Would there be an area Clondalkin Youth Band could use with others long term? Clondalkin Youth Band are effectively homeless from 1st april. Can South Dublin County Council accommodate them long term? We also request South Dublin County Council  to look at a short-term storage space they could use and work with local elected councillors on this. We request a full report be brought to this Area Committee for discussion."

REPORT:

The Old Swimming pool beside Clondalkin Leisure Centre requires a full evaluation by SDCC Architects and is currently not accessible to the public. Following a full assessment of the building an evaluation of the best potential usage, for what is a strategically located building, can take place. This represents a major capital refurbishment project and will require significant investment to bring it to an accessible state.  The Community department is keen to get this building assessed, and to consult with the board of SCDLS on its potential future. Consultation with the wider community would also be vital for any future redesign and refurbishment to take place.

With regard to the provision of storage space and/or base for Clondalkin Youth Band the Community Department will link the Clondalkin Youth Band with local community facilities and the County Arts Officer to explore potential options to meet their needs.  The band’s running costs can also be supported through our community grants, subject to receipt of an application for same in future.