COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF LUCAN / PALMERSTOWN / NORTH CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

MOTION NO.9

MOTION: Councillor L. O'Toole

Cathaoirleach's Business

This committee calls on the Chief Executive to liaise with the Economic SPC to examine the feasibility of piloting a mobile app designed to support local businesses in Lucan Village and surrounding areas, functioning similarly to a loyalty points card. The app would aim to encourage residents to shop locally, particularly during festive seasons like Christmas, by rewarding purchases at small businesses within the community. This initiative complements the council's ongoing efforts to promote local shopping through social media campaigns and other outreach programs. By exploring this app as a modern, user-friendly tool, the council can provide meaningful support to small businesses, drive local economic activity, and enhance community engagement. If the concept is developed and assessed in early 2025, it could be operational in time for Christmas 2025.

REPORT:

If the motion is passed. The request can be discussed with the Chair of the Economic Enterprise & Tourism Development SPC with a view to including it on a future agenda.