11/02/13 - Cork City Council

MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEE TING OF CORK CITY COUNCIL 

HELD ON MONDAY 11 th FEBRUARY 2013 

PRESENT 

NORTH EAST 

An tArdmhéara Comhairleoir J. Buttimer in the chair. 

Comhairleoirí J. Kelleher, T. Brosnan, T. Tynan, J. Kavanagh. 

NORTH CENTRAL Comhairleoirí M. Barry, C. Clancy, P. Gosch, K. O’Flynn, T. Gould. 

NORTH WEST Comhairleoirí M. O’Connell, T. Fitzgerald, M. Nugent, J. 

O’Callaghan. 

SOUTH EAST Comhairleoirí D. Cahill, L. McGonigle, D. O’Flynn, T. Shannon, C. 

O’Leary, K. McCarthy, J. Corr. 

SOUTH CENTRAL Comhairleoirí L. Kingston, E. O’Halloran, S. Martin, M. Finn, F. 

Kerins. 

SOUTH WEST 

APOLOGIES 

ALSO PRESENT 

Comhairleoirí M. Shields, B. Bermingham, H. Cremin. 

Comhairleoirí M. Ahern, G. Gibbons. 

Mr. T. Lucey, City Manager. 

Mr. T. Keating, Meetings Administrator, Corporate & External Affairs. 

Ms. J. Gazely, Senior Staff Officer, Corporate & External Affairs. 

Mr. P. Ledwidge, Director of Services, Strategic Planning & 

Economic Development. 

Mr. T. Duggan, City Architect. 

An tArdmhéara recited the opening prayer. 

1.1 VOTES OF SYMPATHY 

A vote of sympathy was passed unanimously with An Chomhairle standing in silence 

to:- 

- The French Family on the death of Fr. Tom French. 

- The Liston Family on the death of Padraig Liston. 

- The Kiely Family on the death of Terry Kiely. 

- The Coughlan Family on the death of Seamus Coughlan. 

- The Casey Family on the death of Olive Casey. 

- The Dillon Family on the death of Frank Dillon. 

- The Norberg Family on the death of Rita Norberg. 

1.2 VOTES OF CONGRATULATIONS 

An Chomhairle extended a vote of congratulations to the following:- 

- Pearse Celtic on qualifying for quarter finals of Junior Cup. 

- St. Vincents Hurling & Football Club on winning the Northside Sports Awards 

2012. 

- Irish Congress of Trade Unions on their participation in the “Lift the Burden – 

Jobs not Debt” rally. 

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- Blackpool Action Group on the “Save the Blackpool Post Office” campaign. 

- Roy Saville on his achievement of winning a bronze medal with the Special 

Olympics Floorball Team. 

- Mayfield Community Gardaí, on their generous support to Roy Saville. 

BEST WISHES 

An Chomhairle extended Best Wishes to the Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI, on his 

stepping down as head of the Catholic Church and Bishop of Rome. 

1.3 LORD MAYORS ITEMS 

An tArdmhéara had no items to raise. 

1.4 CITY MANAGERS ITEMS 

The City Manager had no items to raise. 

2. MINUTES 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir D. O’Flynn, seconded by Comhairleoir J. Corr, the 

minutes of the following meetings were considered and approved. 

Ordinary Meeting of An Chomhairle held on 28 th January 2013. 

3. QUESTIONS 

3.1 RECENT TRIP TO SHANGHAI, CHINA 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir K. O’Flynn, which, a 

written reply was circulated as outlined below:- 

Could the Manager please break down all costs involving the recent trip made by the 

Lord Mayor and officials to Shanghai, China? 

Could the Manager inform Council how many jobs were created due to this trip? 

The breakdown of all costs for the Lord Mayor’s visit to Hangzhou, Beijing and 

Shanghai, China, from 10 th October to 18 th October 2012, accompanied by the Mr. 

Tim Lucey, City Manager and Mr. Patrick Ledwidge, Director of Services, Cork City 

Council, is as follows: 

Flights for Lord Mayor, City Manager To China and within €5,013.84 

and Patrick Ledwidge 

China 

Accommodation/Subsistence/Transport €3,586.07 

Chinese translation fees for documents €250.00 

Promotional Material €1,252.73 

Total €10,102.64 

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Dr. Michael Murphy, President of UCC, Professor Fan Hong, Director of the 

Confucius Institute UCC and the School of Asian Studies and Mr. Conor Healy, Chief 

Executive Officer, Cork Chamber also participated in the visit. 

The purpose of this visit to China was to: 

1. Promote Cork in China through meetings with individual companies, with Irish 

development agencies and Chinese media 

2. Participate in the Hangzhou International Sister City Mayors’ Conference 2012 

3. Meet Hanban, the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government, the Shanghai 

Municipal Education Bureau, the Huangpu People’s District Government and 

Shanghai University regarding the proposed Confucius Institute Building and 

Chinese Garden 

The visit was part of an ongoing programme to promote Cork in China. A full report 

on the visit has been submitted to Council. It is not possible to say how many jobs 

were/will be created as a direct result of this trip, although all activity in China is fully 

recorded and reported to Council. 

3.2 VACANT HOUSES UNDER REPAIR 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir S. Martin, which, a 


a) How many vacant houses under repair will be included in the upgrading Energy 

Efficient Programme 2011? 

b) Will all the grant be spent? 

c) Between 2010 and 2011 how many houses will have been included in the 

Programme? 

a) We are waiting on confirmation of funding for 2013 from the Department of the 

Environment, Community & Local Government. 

b) Yes 

c) 2010 – 191 Houses 

2011 - 112 Houses 

2012 - 97 Vacant Houses + 46 occupied houses (where central heating works 

were carried out) 

3.3 GLEN AMENITY PARK 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir P. Gosch, which, a 


To ask the Manager what is the plan for the Glen Amenity Park going forward? 

The Park is used on a daily basis by the retired people in the area for recreation 

purposes. 

However, the following requires to be repaired, upgraded and maintained:- 

a) The walkways around the river 

b) The steps 

c) The river itself requires to be cleaned and maintained. 

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What was the construction cost of the disabled access which is not fit for purpose 

given the state of disrepair of the walkways (not possible for wheelchairs to operate on 

surface) 

Considerable improvement works have been undertaken at Glen Amenity Park in 

recent years as follows: 

Upgrading path network 

Construction of 2no footbridges 

Provision of steps and ramps 

Provision of disabled access 

River dredging. 

Provision of carparking 

Prior to these works the park had no provision for disabled access from either the 

Ballyvolane or Blackpool entrances to the park, disabled access has now been 

provided at both locations, cost involved was approximately €175,000. 

The existing path network and steps consist of bound gravel and is vulnerable to 

occasional erosion during periods of heavy rainfall, remedial repairs to the damaged 

sections will be carried out in the coming weeks. 

Upgrading the bound gravel with a tarmac surface is estimated to cost in the region of 

€200k, there is no provision in the 2013 Parks Capital Programme for this work. 

Appropriate cleaning of the river in accordance with ecological guidelines will be 

undertaken throughout the year. 

3.4 SPEND ON CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK FOR 2012 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir K. McCarthy, which, 

a written reply was circulated as outlined below:- 

To ask the Manager how much was the spend on Christmas in the Park for 2012 

compared to 2011 and 2010? 

The Cork City Council spend on the event was as follows 

2010 - €130,000 

2011 – €161,835 

2012 - €120,190 

The savings achieved in 2012 reflected the changed approach taken to the 

management of various elements of the event, in line with the reduced funding 

available through sponsorship etc. 

The event attracted in excess of 150,000 audience and represents excellent value for 

money in terms of profile and attractiveness for the tourism market of the city. The 

subsidy in 2012 was 80 cents per person visiting the site. 

We are currently analyzing the shape and impact of the event in 2013 with a view to 

achieving greater numbers and impact. 

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3.5 BICYCLE PARKING RACKS/ BAYS AROUND THE CITY 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir H. Cremin, which, a 


Can the Manager inform the Council: 

a) Who erected the Bicycle Parking Racks/Bays around the city in the recent weeks? 

b) Was there any consultation with the Residents/Businesses/Sporting venues in 

relation to these being erected outside their particular premises? 

c) Why we as Councillors were not informed as to where these parking Racks/Bays 

were to be placed prior to them being erected? 

a) A project to provide bicycle parking facilities in the suburbs is being carried out as 

part of the National Transport Authority’s (NTA) funded schemes for Cork City. 

The current project also includes providing parking at 10 no. schools. A previous 

NTA funded scheme provided new bike parking facilities in the City Centre. These 

projects are consistent with Cork City Council’s policy of promoting more access 

to sustainable forms of transport as alternatives to car travel; 

b) No direct contact has been made with local businesses or residents where bike 

stands are being provided but they are being positioned at locations which 

minimises any negative effects in the locality. Generally the provision of the new 

bike parking facilities in the City Centre and the Suburbs has been met with a 

positive reaction; 

c) Approximately 700 cycle parking spaces are being provided at 90 locations in the 

Suburbs and it was not deemed necessary to inform Councillors of the exact 

locations of the parking facilities to be provided. Councillors would have been 

aware of the overall project when informed of NTA funded projects. 

4. EXTENSION OF SOUTH DOCKS LOCAL AREA PLAN 

An Chomhairle considered the report of the City Manager dated 7 th February 2013, on 

extension of duration of South Docks Local Area Plan. On the proposal of 

Comhairleoir J. Corr, seconded by Comhairleoir C. O’Leary, a vote was called for on 

the report of the City Manager, where there appeared as follows:- 

FOR: Comhairleoirí J. Kelleher, T. Brosnan, T. Tynan, J. Kavanagh, M. Barry, C. 

Clancy, P. Gosch, K. O’Flynn, T. Gould, M. O’Connell, T. Fitzgerald, M. Nugent, J. 

O’Callaghan, D. Cahill, L. McGonigle, D. O’Flynn, T. Shannon, C. O’Leary, K. 

McCarthy, J. Corr, L. Kingston, E. O’Halloran, S. Martin, M. Finn, F. Kerins, J. 

Buttimer, M. Shields, B. Bermingham, H. Cremin.(29) 

AGAINST: (0) 

As the vote was unanimous, An tArdmhéara declared the vote carried and the report of 

the City Manager approved and the following resolution adopted:- 

An Chomhairle hereby resolves to defer the sending of a notice under section 

20(3)(a)(i) and publishing a notice under section 20 (3)(a)(ii) in respect of the South 

Docks Local Area Plan for a further period of 5 years (or less than that if An 

Chomhairle so decides in the future), i.e. by 11 th February 2018. 

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5. ITEMS DEFERRED FROM MEETING OF AN CHOMHAIRLE HELD ON 28 th 

JANUARY 2013 

5.1.3 LORD MAYORS ITEMS 

An tArdmhéara had no items to raise. 

5.2 MINUTES 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir J. Kelleher, seconded by Comhairleoir L. McGonigle 

the minutes of the following meetings were considered and approved. 

Ordinary Meeting of An Chomhairle held on 14 th January 2013. 

5.3 QUESTIONS 

5.3.1 COST OF THE STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION FOR THE TREES AND 

SHRUBS FOR THE CORK SKY GARDEN 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir E. O’Halloran, 

which, a written reply was circulated as outlined below:- 

Can the Manager confirm if Cork City Council will bear the cost of the storage and 

transportation for the trees and shrubs for the Cork Sky Garden? 

What tendering process (if any) was undertaken by Cork City Council in regard to 

same? 

The Irish Sky Garden awarded the gold medal at the 2011 Chelsea Flower Show 

consists of hard and soft landscape elements. 

The soft elements amount to over 2,100 semi-mature trees and shrubs sourced from a 

number of specialist nurseries throughout Europe. 

The wide selection of individual plant species and their semi-mature nature were a key 

component of the award winning garden at Chelsea and therefore an essential element 

of the new iconic garden to be located at Fitzgerald’s Park as part of the Mardyke 

Gardens Project. 

The cost of transportation and storage of these plants is included in the overall budget 

for the Mardyke Garden Project. 

The Council was not in a position to remove and transport the plants from Chelsea for 

health and safety reasons, or, store and manage them on its lands because the 

Council’s nursery at Cloverhill was decommissioned some years ago as a cost saving 

measure. 

In that context, alternative arrangements for secure storage and competent 

management had to be made at extremely short notice which did not allow a formal 

tender process to be undertaken at that time. Procurement guidelines and practices 

provide for such situations to be managed in this manner. 

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5.3.2 TOTAL FUNDING AVAILABLE TO GROUPS OR ORGANISATIONS FOR 

THE GATHERINE 2013 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir M. O’Connell, 

which, a written reply was circulated as outlined below:- 

Can the Manager tell me what was the total funding available to groups or 

organisations for The Gathering 2013? 

How many applications were received for funding? 

How many applications were approved? 

What was the total amount of funding allocated to each group? 

What is the projected amount of visitors that these groups intend to attract? 

Can the Manager outline to Council the various events that these groups intend to 

organise in the city? 

The total funding available under the IPB Gathering Ireland Fund is €70,000. €40,000 

for 3 No. flagship events and €30,000 for 22 No. local community events. 28 

applications were received and 25 were approved. The total number of overseas 

visitors, based on figures provided by the applicants, is estimated to be 5000. 

Under the abovementioned Fund, 3 No. Flagship events have been approved as 

follows: 

Sportfest World Mini Games (August) 

Cities of the Future Seminar (March) 

Cork Gathering Rebel & Culture Parade (October) 

Details of the Local Community events are shown on the attached sheet. 

5.3.3 GUM REMOVAL AND WASH AND STEAM-CLEANING OF THE CITY 

CENTRE ISLAND 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir K. O’Flynn, which, a 


To ask the City Manager when was the last time Patrick Street, Oliver Plunkett Street 

and the side pedestrian streets were power hosed and gum removal and what are Cork 

City Council’s plans and timeframe for the next gum removal and wash and steamcleaning 

of the of the City Centre Island? 

The street vacuum scrubber washes the surface of the new footpaths on St. Patrick’s 

Street during weekday mornings subject to suitable weather conditions. It is also used 

on the new footpaths on The Grand Parade and Oliver Plunkett Street. A power 

washer is used on other city centre streets subject to suitable weather conditions. It is 

intended to continue with these services in 2013 subject to the availability of staff 

resources. 

Chewing gum was not removed from St. Patrick’s Street in 2012. However it is 

intended to carry out this work in late spring 2013. Other streets in the central 

commercial core of the City Centre will also be considered for this programme subject 

to cost. 

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5.3.4 DOG FOULING 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir T. Brosnan, which, a 


Can the Manager please advise Council of the number of fines/successful prosecutions 

by City Council in relation to Dog Fouling in the 36 months to Dec 31 2012 and also 

advise the ward by ward split of same? 

Three on the spot fines were issued under section 22 of the Litter Pollution Acts 1997 

to 2009 in the 36 months up to the 31 st December 2012. 

One fine was paid. One fine was not proceeded with as the individual was a minor. 

One fine was not proceeded with as the offence occurred in Cork County Councils 

administrative area. 

The three fines issued were for offences in the North West area. 

5.3.5 HOLLYHILL LIBRARY 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir T. Fitzgerald, which, 


To ask the Manager to inform me of the current progress of the new- 

a) Hollyhill Library, in terms of (a) funding to date and funding required to complete 

the project and (b) current stage of planning and design, construction. 

b) The current status of the application for funding for the new Boxing Club and 

would the Manager consider knocking the current prefabs and clearing the site as 

they have a negative impact on the local environment while awaiting funding. 

a) The proposed new Library in Hollyhill has been allocated a grant of €1.5 million 

by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government. The 

estimated all-in cost of construction and fit-out is €3.3 million. 

Work is nearing completion on the very detailed plans and specifications now 

required for all public projects. It is expected that tenders will be invited for the 

construction of the new Library in March/April 2013. A decision on the 

commencement of construction will be made later once tenders are received and 

will take cognisance of the level and source of funding that will be available. 

b) Cork County Boxing Board are pursuing Department sports capital grant aid for 

construction of a boxing hall at Knocknaheeny Avenue which would serve as a 

Centre of Excellence for boxing in the greater Cork area. 

5.3.6 COMMERCIAL RATE STRUCK EACH YEAR FROM 1995 – PRESENT DAY 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir K. McCarthy, which, 


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To ask the Manager for the commercial rate struck each year from 1995 – present 

day: 

The following are the Annual Rates on Valuation adopted since 1995. 

Annual Rate on 

Year Valuation 

Rate Made 

2013 74.05 2013 

2012 74.05 2012 


2010 74.05 2010 

2009 74.05 2009 

2008 73.28 2008 

2007 70.75 2007 

2006 68.22 2006 

2005 66.41 2005 

2004 64.52 2004 

2003 61.44 2003 


2001 54.30 2001 

2000 50.75 2000 

1999 48.33 1999 

1998 46.14 1998 

1997 44.39 1997 

1996 42.79 1996 

1995 40.79 1995 

5.3.7 REMINDERS TO THE THOUSANDS OF HOUSEHOLDS IN RECEIPT OF 

THE WAIVERS FOR REFUSE COLLECTIONS 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir H. Cremin, which, a 


Can the Manager inform the Council: 

Are City Council going to give reminders to the thousands of households that are in 

receipt of the waivers for refuse collections, that this benefit will cease very shortly. 

In December 2012, Country Clean Recycling Ltd. sent leaflets to all waiver customers 

advising them that the Collection Charge and Waiver that they would receive from 

April 2013 onwards, would be based on the amount of waste produced by them up 

until April 2013. 

To this end, and in order to help the waiver customers keep the cost of their waste 

collection to a minimum, included in those leaflets was advice on how to reduce 

household waste and on how to improve and increase recycling. 

They have also, advised all waiver customers that they would be in contact with them 

again in either March or April 2013. 

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5.3.8 RENTAL ACCOMMODATION SCHEME 

In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir M. Nugent, which, a 


As City Council tenants who are housed under the Rental Accommodation Scheme 

(RAS) from September 2011 are no longer eligible to be included on the Council’s 

Social Housing List, can the Manager outline what responsibility the Council will 

have for these tenants when the leases on their homes expire? 

Expiring agreements in the Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS) will continue to be 

managed in the same manner. Assuming the tenancy does not cease because of the 

actions of the tenant an alternative will be provided as is the case at present. 

5.4 CORPORATE POLICY GROUP – 21 st JANUARY 2013 

5.4.1 STATUTORY AUDIT REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 ST DECEMBER 

2011 AND THE AUDITED 2011 ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT 

An Chomhairle noted the Audited Annual Financial Statement 2011 and the Auditors 

Report for year ended 31 st December 2012. 

5.6 STRATEGIC PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 

FUNCTIONAL 

COMMITTEE – 17 th DECEMBER 2012 

5.6.1 PLANNING STATISTICS 

An Chomhairle considered and approved the report of the Director of Services, 

Strategic Planning & Economic Development dated 12 th December 2012 on the 

number of planning applications determined and deferred from 1st January 2012 to 

31st October 2012. 

5.6.2 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE 

5.6.2.1 RENNES FAIR 2013 

An Chomhairle considered the recommendations of the International Relations 

Committee dated 17 th December 2012. 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir J. O’Callaghan, seconded by Comhairleoir T. 

Shannon, a vote was called for on the attendance of An tArdmhéara and three 

members of An Chomhairle at the Fair where there appeared as follows:- 

FOR: Comhairleoirí J. Kelleher, T. Brosnan, J. Kavanagh, C. Clancy, P. Gosch, K. 

O’Flynn, M. O’Connell, T. Fitzgerald, J. O’Callaghan, D. Cahill, D. O’Flynn, T. 

Shannon, J. Corr, L. Kingston, E. O’Halloran, S. Martin, J. Buttimer, M. Shields, B. 

Bermingham. (19) 

AGAINST: Comhairleoirí M. Barry, T. Gould, M. Nugent, C. O’Leary, K. McCarthy, 

M. Finn, F. Kerins, H. Cremin. (8) 

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ABSTAIN: Comhairleoir T. Tynan. (1) 

As the numbers voting in favour of the proposal were greater than those voting against, 

An tArdmhéara declared the vote carried and the travel of An tArdmhéara and three 

Members of An Chomhairle to the Rennes Fair approved. 

5.6.2.2 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF SERVICE ON VISIT OF THE LORD MAYOR 

TO HANGZHOU, BEIJING AND SHANGHAI IN OCTOBER 2012 

An Chomhairle noted the report of the Director of Service, Strategic Planning and 

Economic Development, on visit of the Lord Mayor to Hangzhou, Beijing and 

Shanghai in October 2012. 

5.6.3 HOUSING ESTATES 


Strategic Planning & Economic Development dated 12th December 2012 on Housing 

Estates from 1st January 2012 to 31st October 2012. 

5.6.4 ENFORCEMENT STATISTICS 


Strategic Planning & Economic Development Directorate dated 12th December 2012 

on Planning Enforcement Statistics for period 1st January 2012 to 31st October 2012. 

5.6.5 PLANNING ENFORCEMENT GUIDANCE 

An Chomhairle noted the Planning Enforcement Guidance issued by the Department 

of Environment, Community and Local Government in November 2012. 

5.6.6 FULL PLANNING STRATEGY BE ADOPTED FOR SHANDON STREET 

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Strategic Planning & Economic Development dated 12 th December 2012, on the 

following motion which was referred to Committee by An Chomhairle:- 

‘That a full planning strategy be adopted for the Shandon Street area, indicating what 

type of shops and what restrictions should be on the premises, so we do not have 

further duplication of premises opening and closing continuously on the Shandon 

Street and Gerald Griffin Street area.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. K. O’Flynn 12/251) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that Shandon Street performs an 

important function in providing retail and associated services for the local area. 

However the supply of retail outlets is greater than is needed leading to vacancy and 

short-term occupation of some shops. The preparation of a City Centre Strategy is due 

to commence shortly with the help of consultants. One of the issues it will address is 

the future of commercial streets such as this on the periphery of the city centre where 

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the retail function is changing and is not as strong as was in the past. The study will 

develop strategies and actions which will feed into the next City Development Plan. 

5.6.7 ASSESSMENT AND REPORT ON THE DERELICT BUILDINGS AND SITE, 

GOOD SHEPHERD CONVENT, SUNDAY’S WELL 




‘That Cork City Council will carry out an urgent assessment and report on the derelict 

buildings and site, known as the Good Shepherd Convent, Sunday’s Well which is 

listed as a Protected Structure and outline the necessary works in all respects to make 

the complex safe under the Derelict Sites Act, and then to liaise with local residents as 

to the future development and needs of the area.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. J. O’Callaghan 12/309) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that subsequent to the previous report on 

the above motions a meeting was organised between Council officials, the receivers 

representatives (KPMG), and the Gardai to discuss issues relating to the ownership, 

condition and unauthorised access to the site. A letter was then issued to KPMG on 

25/10/12 requiring them to carry out a list of works to secure the building and site and 

prevent its further deterioration. They were given 8 weeks to implement the works and 

I understand they were in the process of doing so. Unfortunately the building was 

badly damaged by fire on 12th November. 

Since then officials from the Building Control Section have had meetings on site with 

the engineers (Arup), architects (Scott Tallon Walker) and contractors (C-Field) 

appointed by the Receivers. The Building Control Section have confirmed that the 

recently damaged building is cordoned off, works are underway to clear the site of 

overgrown vegetation, and the process of assessing the condition of the damaged 

building and the other buildings on site is underway. Decisions on the future of the 

buildings and site will be taken following the outcome of these investigations. 

5.6.8 ASSESS THE GOOD SHEPHERD CONVENT SITE IN SUNDAYS WELL 




‘That Cork City Council will assess the Good Shepherd Convent site in Sundays Well 

to determine if measures are needed to secure a number of buildings there, that the 

Council will engage with the owners to determine if the site, which as significant 

historical & cultural value, be eventually opened up the public.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. M. Nugent 12/321) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that subsequent to the previous report on 

the above motions a meeting was organised between Council officials, the receivers 

representatives (KPMG), and the Gardai to discuss issues relating to the ownership, 

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condition and unauthorised access to the site. A letter was then issued to KPMG on 

25/10/12 requiring them to carry out a list of works to secure the building and site and 

prevent its further deterioration. They were given 8 weeks to implement the works and 

I understand they were in the process of doing so. Unfortunately the building was 

badly damaged by fire on 12th November. 

Since then officials from the Building Control Section have had meetings on site with 

the engineers (Arup), architects (Scott Tallon Walker) and contractors (C-Field) 

appointed by the Receivers. The Building Control Section have confirmed that the 

recently damaged building is cordoned off, works are underway to clear the site of 

overgrown vegetation, and the process of assessing the condition of the damaged 

building and the other buildings on site is underway. Decisions on the future of the 

buildings and site will be taken following the outcome of these investigations. 

5.6.9 ORAL HEARING – DEVELOPMENT AT MELBOURNE BUSINESS PARK 




‘To ask the Manager to seek legal advice with a view to requesting An Bord Pleanála 

to hold an oral hearing with regard to the proposed development of a local retail centre 

at Block B Melbourne Business Park, Model Farm Road.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. M. Shields 12/369) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that a planning application TP 11/34947 

by Melbourne Management Company Ltd. for a new local retail centre in Block B, 

Melbourne Business Park, Model Farm Road was refused planning permission by 

Cork City Council on 30/11/2011. An Bord Pleanala granted planning permission for 

the local retail centre on 5/9/2012. Accordingly it would not be possible for the City 

Council to request an oral hearing at this stage. 

5.6.10 VACANT BUILDING KNOWN AS DEELISH HOUSE 




‘That Council would take immediate action to deal with the vacant building known as 

Deelish House at the junction of Boherboy Road and Silversprings Road / North Ring 

Road. This previously sound building has become an unsightly eyesore at a prominent 

location at the entrance to Mayfield. Now boarded up it has been vandalised and 

partially burnt with a gaping hole in the roof and overgrown gardens. If the owners of 

this property fail to act the City Council should seek to have the property added to the 

Register of Derelict Sites’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. T. Tynan 12/379) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that the owners of the property at Deelish, 

Boherboy Road, propose to develop a Primary Care Building on the site. Cork City 

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Council agreed to dispose of an area of ground of approximately 99 square metres to 

the owners to help realize this permission. 

It subsequently came to light that Cork City Council did not have sufficient title to the 

area of land in question, and it was ultimately decided that Cork City Council would 

acquire title to this area by way of Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO). This CPO will 

provide Cork City Council with full title to the area, allowing the disposal to be 

completed. This CPO is now complete (having been referred to An Bord Pleanála) and 

the City Council are awaiting for title to vested in the local authority. This part of the 

process should be completed in early 2013. 

In the meantime the owners have secured the property against unauthorized access to 

the satisfaction of the Building Control section of the Council. They have also sought 

quotations for the demolition of the property but have had significant difficulty in 

getting access to finance due to their bank’s reluctance to release funding while the 

overall site acquisition and title rectification remain unresolved. 

The owners’ access to finance is therefore dependent on their ability to execute the 

planning permission obtained, which is in turn dependent on Cork City Council’s CPO 

and completion of its disposal of the agreed area of land. The redevelopment of the 

site for the permitted Primary Healthcare Centre represents a long term solution to 

addressing dereliction on site. 

The Property Department is now in the process of preparing the vesting order and will 

be in a position to revert to Council with a disposal notice early in 2013. 

5.7 FINANCE FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE – 21 st JANUARY 2013 

5.7.1 REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF SERVICE, ROADS AND 

TRANSPORTATION ON B09 MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT OF 

CAR PARKING 

An Chomhairle considered and approved the report of the Director of Services on B09 

Maintenance and Management of Car Parking. 

5.7.2 EASY PAY SCHEME FOR COMMERCIAL RATE PAYERS 

An Chomhairle considered and approved the report of the Head of Finance dated 17 th 

January 2013, on the following motion which was referred to Committee by An 

Chomhairle:- 

‘That Cork City introduce an easy pay scheme for commercial rate payers to help 

lighten the burden placed upon commercial property owners in the current economic 

climate.’ 


The report of the Head of Finance stated that Cork City Council has operated a system 

of negotiated payment schedules with ratepayers for many years. These pay 

arrangements take into account both the ratepayer’s current financial position and the 

Council’s need to generate income from commercial rates. Payment methods can 

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include, direct debit, standing order, EFT or agreed periodic payments by the 

ratepayer. 

If any ratepayer wishes to discuss a payment arrangement to cover their rates liability 

they should contact the Rates Office where they can discuss their position in 

confidence. 

5.8 CORRESPONDENCE 

An Chomhairle noted correspondence, from the following:- 

- Thank You acknowledgement from the family of Paddy Hennessy. 

- Letter from Limerick County Council dated 23 rd January 2013. 

5.9 CONFERENCE/ SEMINAR SUMMARIES 

An Chomhairle noted Summaries by Members of Conferences/Seminars attended as 

follows:- 

Cllr. Denis O’Flynn - Civil Liability Legislation and how it Affects Local 

Authorities –Westport, Co. Mayo – 11/12 January 2013. 

Cllr Ger Gibbons – Maximising Energy Efficiency in Local Authority – Galway – 

14/15 December 2012. 

SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS 

An tArdmhéara proposed that items 12, 13 & 5.10 & 5.11 of the Agenda be taken 

together. On the proposal of Comhairleoir C. O’Leary, seconded by Comhairleoir T. 

Gould, a vote was called for on this proposal where there appeared as follows:- 

FOR: Comhairleoirí J. Kelleher, J. Kavanagh, C. Clancy, P. Gosch, K. O’Flynn, M. 

O’Connell, T. Fitzgerald, J. O’Callaghan, D. Cahill, D. O’Flynn, T. Shannon, J. Corr, 

L. Kingston, E. O’Halloran, S. Martin, J. Buttimer, M. Shields, B. Bermingham. (18) 

AGAINST: Comhairleoirí T. Tynan, M. Barry, T. Gould, M. Nugent, C. O’Leary, K. 

McCarthy, M Finn, F. Kerins, H. Cremin.(9) 

As the number voting in favour were greater then those voting against, An tArdmhéara 

declared the vote carried and the proposal to take Items 12 & 13 of the Agenda with 

Items 5.10, 5.11 approved and Standing Orders Suspended. 

SEMINARS & CONFERENCES 

A vote was called on whether to approve the attendance of Councillors at Seminars & 

Conferences as listed at Items 5.10, 5.11 and Items 12 & 13 and any tabled at the 

meeting, where there appeared as follows:- 

FOR: Comhairleoirí J. Kelleher, J. Kavanagh, C. Clancy, P. Gosch, M. O’Connell, T. 

Fitzgerald, J. O’Callaghan, L. McGonigle, D. O’Flynn, T. Shannon, J. Corr, L. 

Kingston, E. O’Halloran, S. Martin, J. Buttimer, M. Shields, B. Bermingham. (17) 

AGAINST: Comhairleoirí T. Brosnan, T. Tynan, M. Barry, K. O’Flynn, T. Gould, M. 

Nugent, C. O’Leary, K. McCarthy, M Finn, F. Kerins, H. Cremin.(11) 

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As the numbers voting in favour were greater than those voting against, An 

tArdmhéara declared the vote carried and the attendance of Comhairleoirí at the 

various seminars & conferences approved, as listed under relevant items hereunder:- 

5.10 & Item 12 SEMINARS 

5.10.1 TRAINING SEMINAR “LOCAL ELECTORAL AREA BOUNDARIES” 

Comhairleoir D. O’Flynn at the “Local Electoral Area Boundaries” training seminar, 

held in the Silver Tassie Hotel, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, on the 18 th – 20 th January 

2013. 

12.1 TRAINING SEMINAR “POLICY AND LEGAL ISSUES RELATING TO 

DEVELOPING WIND ENERGY” 

Comhairleoir D. O’Flynn at the “Policy and Legal Issues Relating to Developing Wind 

Energy” training seminar, held in the Westport Plaza Hotel, Westport, Co. Mayo, on 

the 25 th – 26 th January 2013. 

12.2 TRAINING SEMINAR “THE FINANCE (LOCAL PROPERTY TAX) BILL 

2012” 

Comhairleoir E. O’Halloran at the “The Finance (Local Property Tax) Bill 2012” 

training seminar, held in the Carlton Hotel, Dublin Road, Galway City on the 1 st – 2 nd 

February 2013. 

12.3 “EQUAL STATUS (AMENDMENT) BILL 2012 – TRAINING SEMINAR 

Comhairleoir B. Bermingham at the “Equal Status (Amendment) Bill 2012 – Training 

Seminar held in Manor West Hotel, Killarney Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry on the 8 th – 9t 


12.4 “PROTECTION OF THE INDIVIDUAL VS. FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION” – 

TRAINING SEMINAR 

Comhairleoir B. Bermingham at the “Protection of the individual vs. Freedom of 

Expression” – Training Seminar to be held in Carlton Hotel, Dublin Road, Galway on 

the 15 th – 16 th February 2013. 

12.5 AMAI SPRING SEMINAR 2013 “PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST – LOCAL 

GOVERNMENT REFORM… REAL OR IMAGINARY” 

Comhairleoir E. O’Halloran at the AMAI Spring Seminar 2013 “Putting People First – 

Local Government Reform… Real or Imaginary” to be held in the Brandon House 

Hotel, New Ross, Co. Wexford on the 15 th – 16 th February 2013. 

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12.6 “REGIONAL ECONOMIC RESILIENCE” – REGIONAL STUDIES 

ASSOCIATION IRISH BRANCH 

Comhairleoir J. Kelleher at the “Regional Economic Resilience” – Regional Studies 

Association Irish Branch to be held in the Millennium Hall, City Hall on the 22 nd 


12.7 “HEALTH ISSUES PERTAINING TO LOCAL AUTHORITY HOUSING” – 

TRAINING SEMINAR 

Comhairleoirí G. Gibbons, P. Gosch & J. O’Callaghan at the “Health Issues Pertaining 

to Local Authority Housing” – Training Seminar to be held in Westport Plaza Hotel, 

Castlebar Street, Westport, Co. Mayo on the 22 nd – 23 rd February 2013. 

12.8 PUBLIC HEALTH SEMINAR ON HSE TOBACCO CONTROL POLICY 

Comhairleoirí M. O’Connell & B. Bermingham at the Public Health Seminar on HSE 

Tobacco Control Policy to be held in Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery, West Cork on 

the 22 nd – 24 th February 2013. 

12.9 “CASH FOR GOLD – BURGLARIES – DRUGS; A MATTER OF GREAT 

PUBLIC CONCERN” – TRAINING SEMINAR 

Comhairleoir L. McGonigle at the “Cash for Gold – Burglaries – Drugs; A matter of 

great public concern” – Training Seminar to be held in Cahir House Hotel, Cahir, Co. 

Tipperary on the 22 nd – 24 th February 2013. 

12.10 “LOCAL GOVERNMENT & JOB CREATION” – TRAINING SEMINAR 

Comhairleoir S. Martin at the “Local Government & Job Creation” – Training 

Seminar to be held in The Millrace Hotel, Bunclody, Co. Wexford on the 22 nd – 23 rd 

March 2013. 

5.11 & Item 13 CONFERENCES 

5.11.1 AOIFE CONFERENCE 2012 “GATHERING FOR THE BUSINESS OF FUN” 

Comhairleoir M. Shields at AOIFE Conference 2012 “Gathering for the Business of 

Fun”, held in the Carlton Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, on the 8 th – 9 th 

November 2012. 

5.11.2 ITLG 5 TH ANNUAL GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY LEADERS SUMMIT 

Comhairleoirí J. O’Callaghan, J. Kelleher & T. Fitzgerald at the ITLG 5 th Annual 

Global Technology Leaders Summit, held in City Hall, Cork, on the 22 nd January 


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13.1 REGIONAL STUDIES ASSOCIATION IRISH BRANCH “REGIONAL 

ECONOMIC RESILIENCE” 

Comhairleoir J. Kelleher at Regional Studies Association Irish Branch “Regional 

Economic Resilience” conference, to be held in the Millennium Hall, Cork, on the 22 nd 


13.2 MERRIMAN WINTER SCHOOL 2013 

Comhairleoirí L. Kingston, M. O’Connell and C. Clancy at Merriman Winter School, 

held in the Hotel Westport, Newport Road, Westport, Co. Mayo, on the 1 st – 3 rd 


13.3 “MAKING THE DIFFERENCE” - TOURISM SEMINAR 

Comhairleoir M. O’Connell at the “Making the Difference” - Tourism Seminar to be 

held in the Four Seasons Hotel, Carlingford, Co. Louth on the 8 th – 10 th February 


13.4 ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY & CITY COUNCILS (ACCC) ANNUAL 

CONFERENCE 2013 

Comhairleoirí J. O’Callaghan S. Martin at the Association of County & City Councils 

(ACCC) Annual Conference 2013 to be held in Tower Hotel, Waterford City on the 7 th 

– 8 th March 2013. 

13.5 “LOCAL AUTHORITIES AS DRIVERS OF LOCAL DEVELOPMENT” – 

CONFERENCE 

Comhairleoir S. Martin at the “Local Authorities as Drivers of Local Development” – 

Conference to be held in the Four Seasons Hotel, Carlingford, Co. Louth on the 8 th – 

10 th March 2013. 

13.6 129 TH ST. PATRICKS BANQUET 

Comhairleoir E. O’Halloran at the 129 th St. Patricks Banquet to be held in 96 – 43 

Springfield Blvd, Queens Village, New York on the 2 nd March 2013. 

13.7 “GATHERING THE SCATTERING” CLARE ROOTS SOCIETY 

GENEALOGICAL CONFERENCE 

Comhairleoir S. Martin at the “Gathering the Scattering” Clare Roots Society 

Genealogical Conference to be held in Templegate Hotel, Ennis, Co. Clare on the 2 nd – 

6 th April 2013. 

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6. MUNSTER AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY 

An Chomhairle considered the nomination of 3 Members of An Chomhairle to the 

General Committee Board of Munster Agricultural Society. 

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On the proposal of Comhairleoir T. Shannon, seconded by Comhairleoir J. 

O’Callaghan, a vote was called for on the nomination of three members of An 

Chomhairle to the General Committee Board of Munster Agriculaural Society, where 

there appeared as follows:- 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir T. Shannon, seconded by Comhairleoir S. Martin, a 

vote was called for on the nomination of Comhairleoir M. Shields, where there 

appeared as follows:- 

FOR: Comhairleoirí J. Kelleher, T. Brosnan, T. Tynan, J. Kavanagh, C. Clancy, P. 

Gosch, K. O’Flynn, T. Gould, M. O’Connell, T. Fitzgerald, M. Nugent, J. 

O’Callaghan, D. Cahill, L. McGonigle, D. O’Flynn, T. Shannon, J. Corr, L. Kingston, 

E. O’Halloran, S. Martin, F. Kerins, J. Buttimer, M. Shields, B. Bermingham, H. 

Cremin. (25) 

ABSTAIN: Comhairleoirí K. McCarthy, M. Finn. (2) 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir J. O’Callaghan, seconded by Comhairleoir J. Corr, a 

vote was called for on the nomination of Comhairleoir L. McGonigle, where there 



O’Flynn, M. O’Connell, T. Fitzgerald, J. O’Callaghan, D. Cahill, L. McGonigle, D. 

O’Flynn, T. Shannon, J. Corr, L. Kingston, E. O’Halloran, S. Martin, J. Buttimer, M. 

Shields, B. Bermingham. (20) 


On the proposal of Comhairleoir J. Kelleher, seconded by Comhairleoir T. Fitzgerald, 

a vote was called for on the nomination of Comhairleoir G. Gibbons, where there 



O’Flynn, M. O’Connell, T. Fitzgerald, J. O’Callaghan, D. Cahill, L. McGonigle, D. 

O’Flynn, T. Shannon, J. Corr, L. Kingston, E. O’Halloran, S. Martin, J. Buttimer, M. 

Shields, B. Bermingham, H. Cremin. (21) 


On the proposal of Comhairleoir C. O’Leary, seconded by Comhairleoir M. Nugent, a 

vote was called for on the nomination of Comhairleoir H. Cremin, where there 


FOR: Comhairleoirí T. Tynan, T. Gould, M. Nugent, C. O’Leary, F. Kerins, H. 

Cremin. (6) 


As the numbers voting in favour of Comhairleoir H. Cremin were fewer than those 

voting in favour of the other nominated Comhairleoirí, An tArdmhéara declared 

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Comhairleoir M. Shields, Comhairleoir L. McGonigle, Comhairleoir G. Gibbons 

nominated to the Munster Agricultural Society. 

7. TOURISM, ARTS & CULTURE FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE – 28 th JANUARY 

2013 

7.1 ARTS GRANTS 2013 

An Chomhairle considered and approved schedule of Arts Grants 2013 as 

recommended by the Arts Committee. 

7.2 MOTIONS 

7.2.1 ANNUAL “CORK DAY” 

An Chomhairle considered and approved the report of the Director of Services dated 

15 th November 2012, on the following motion which were referred to the Committee 

by An Chomhairle: 

‘That the City Council would run an annual “Cork Day” celebrating the cultural 

heritage the region has.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. E. O’Halloran 12/302) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that the T.E.A.M. Unit will give 

consideration over the coming months on this proposal and revert back to Committee 

with proposals and costings. 

7.2.2 PROMOTION OF CORK AND IRISH FOOD TO ENCOURAGE SHOPPERS 

TO SHOP LOCALLY 


15 th November 2012, on the following motion which were referred to the Committee 

by An Chomhairle: 

‘That Cork City Council launch an annual campaign to promote both Cork and Irish 

food and encourage shoppers to shop locally.’ 


The report of the Director of Services stated that this issue is not Tourism related and 

has been referred to the Cork Business Association and Cork Chamber for 

consideration and response. 

7.3 MOTIONS 

7.3.1 UNESCO WORLD MUSIC CENTRE 


24 th January 2013, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by 

An Chomhairle: 

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‘That any bid to make Cork a UNESCO World Music Centre would include 

musicians, venue owners, bookers etc in the city. They would also be involved, if the 

city is successful, in the programme itself.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. K. McCarthy 12/423) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that Cork City Council will lead the bid 

for Cork to obtain the status of UNESCO World City of Music. We will involve all of 

the relevant stakeholders, musicians, venues, teachers, music schools, etc, in the bid 

process. The collective intellectual and artistic capital of the city, through the people 

who help to make Cork such a vibrant centre for music, are key to the success of the 

bid. 

There will be an initial period of research in 2013 prior to any meeting of the 

stakeholders. 

7.3.2 CHRISTMAS MARKET 




‘That Cork City Council extends its Christmas market to include the Shandon, Cross 

Centre and surrounding areas for the weekend of the Christmas market 2012.’ 


The report of the Director of Services stated that the extension of A Cork Christmas 

Celebration into areas such as Shandon is limited by a number of key factors. 

The event was created and has been promoted as a driver of footfall into the city centre 

during the run into the Christmas shopping season. The main retail corridor in the city 

is on Patrick Street and adjacent streets. Grand Parade and Bishop Lucey Park’s 

location are a key factor in assisting in the achievement of this aim. 

Expansion of the footprint of the event, outside of the city centre Island and into areas 

that do not have retail units associated with the typical consumer spend during the 

Christmas period, may lead to a dissolution of the impact of the event. 

There are also budget constraints on this project, and funds are not currently available 

to support this expansion if it requires investment from Cork City Council. 

However if the Shandon community itself were to development and promote an event 

in the area it would provide great added value to the overall seasonal offering in Cork. 

There could be a great deal of synchronicity and co promotion between such an event 

and A Cork Christmas Celebration. 

In order for such a project to be successful it is essential that the offering in Shandon is 

complementary to A Cork Christmas Celebration, and provides people with a new 

experience which is specific to that location. 

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7.3.3 TOURIST PACKAGE/BASKET/HAMPER OF GOODS AT THE ENGLISH 

MARKET 




‘To develop a tourist package/basket/hamper of goods at the English Market in 

association with the traders of the market itself – goods that can be posted to other 

countries; It is clear that many tourists especially on the bus tours don’t have euros on 

them and credit card facilities would be of assistance to any tourist that wants to 

purchase goods. The same basket/hamper product could be marketed online on the 

English Market website as well.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. K. McCarthy 12/448) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that whilst the value of this suggestion is 

self evident, it is a matter for the traders themselves to market the produce which they 

sell. The Queens hamper was an unquestioned success and the suggestion was made 

at the time to the traders committee that a smaller version should be made available, 

just as the motion outlines. This, to the best of our knowledge, did not happen. 

The capacity to pay for goods purchased in the Market by credit card will be referred 

to the market traders committee for consideration. 

7.3.4 JOINT POLICING COMMITTEE 




‘For the benefit of Cork City going forward particularly in relation to Tourism and 

Traffic Movement and for various other reasons that Cork City Council would include 

a Taxi Drivers Representative on to the J.P.C. Committee.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. M. Nugent, Cllr. H. Cremin 12/451 

The report of the Director of Services stated that The Joint Policing Committee is 

established under the Garda Síochána Act. Membership of the JPC is laid down in the 

Joint Policing Committees Guidelines issued in 2008 and it does not provide for 

sectoral representation per se and it is not envisaged that this will change any time 

soon. 

Taxi drivers, however, are welcome to participate in the City Centre Business 

Community Safety Forum which meets twice a year and which feeds into the 

Anglesea Street Local Policing Fora Management Committee. Notification of 

meetings is issued by the JPC unit Corporate & External Affairs Directorate and by 

way of mailshot to the different businesses. If the taxi drivers wish to be notified of 

future safety for a meetings they should give their contact details to the JPC unit. 

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7.3.5 MONTHLY CLOTHING MARKET TO PEACE PARK 




‘That Cork City Council introduce a monthly craft, curiosity and vintage clothing 

market to the peace park, every Sunday or Saturday afternoon.’ 


The report of the Director of Services stated that this proposal has been referred to the 

various market and events organisations for consideration. 

8. HOUSING & COMMUNITY FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE – 4 th FEBRUARY 


8.1 DISPOSALS 

An Chomhairle considered the reports of the City Manager dated 31 st January, 2013 in 

relation to the following property disposals: 

Disposals: 

a. Disposal of freehold interest in the property situate at and known as “Noelville”, 

No. 51, Capwell Road, Cork to Doyle Estates Company Limited, c/o Donegans, 

Solicitors, No. 6, Union Quay, Cork for the sum of €840.00 together with costs of 

€1,500 (plus VAT). On the proposal of Comhairleoir S. Martin, seconded by 

Comhairleoir J. Kavanagh, the disposal was approved. 

b. Disposal of Cork City Council’s interest in land adjacent to “Sullane”, No. 5, 

Willow Lawn, Ballinlough, Cork to James Quirke, c/o Whelan Solicitors, Grattan 

Court, Washington Street West, Cork for the sum of €100.00 plus legal costs. On 

the proposal of Comhairleoir L. McGonigle, seconded by Comhairleoir M. 

Shields, the disposal was approved. 

c. Disposal of Cork City Council’s interest in land adjacent to 104, Blarney Street, 

Cork to Carl and Helen Queen, c/o Eoin C. Daly Mallon Solicitors, 38, South 

Mall, Cork for €1.00 plus legal costs of €375.00 (plus VAT if applicable). On the 

proposal of Comhairleoir D. Cahill, seconded by Comhairleoir J. Corr, the 

disposal was approved. 

d. Disposal of freehold interest in the property situate at and known as “Genazzano”, 

Colmcille Avenue, Iona Park, Mayfield, Cork to Mary Casey, c/o Murphy English 

& Co., Solicitors, Sunville, Cork Road, Carrigaline, Co. Cork for the sum of 

€76.16 together with costs in the sum of €550.00 (plus VAT). On the proposal of 

Comhairleoir J. Kavanagh, seconded by Comhairleoir D. Cahill, the disposal was 

approved. 

8.2 MONTHLY REPORT JANUARY 2013 

An Chomhairle considered and approved the report of the A/Director of Services on 

Housing for the month of January 2013. 

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8.3 RESIDENT PARTICIPATION SCHEME 2012 

An Chomhairle considered and approved the report of the A/Director of Services dated 

31 st January, 2013 on the Resident Participation Scheme 2012. 

8.4 COMMUNITY WARDEN ACTIVITY 


31 st January, 2013 on Community Warden Activity for 2012. 

8.5 REGENERATION OF BOYCES STREET 

An Chomhairle considered and approved the report of the Assistant City Manager 

dated 29 th November 2012, on the following motion which was referred to the 

Committee by An Chomhairle: 

‘Could the Housing Directorate please give a full update, together with details 

(including timeframe) of the remedial work proposed for the Boyces Street area, in 

particular when the porches will be enclosed, windows and doors upgraded to make 

these properties energy efficient for the coming winter period. 

Also please outline the current state of discussions/ negotiations between the 

Directorate and the Department regarding the long awaited Regeneration of Boyces 

Street.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. P. Gosch 12/383) 

The report of the Assistant City Manager stated that from the perspective of 

Regeneration, the works due shortly include the provision of patio type doors where 

required throughout the 25 no. bungalows on Boyces Street. This work is planned to 

start during the first week in December. Fencing works necessary to curtail anti-social 

behaviour have recently been carried out as required by the Regeneration Section. 

No other commitments can be made on any works of a regeneration nature until the 

Department of the Environment, Community & Local Government indicate the 

possibility of funding, which has been requested by the Regeneration Section on a 

number of occasions. 

8.6 ELLIS’S YARD 


dated 29 th November 2012, on the following motion which was referred to the 


‘That Cork City Council clean up area the known as Ellis’s yard where dumping is 

occurring on a regular basis also that the area be secured off as a matter of urgency to 

ensure no further access is available to vehicles of any kind.’ 

(Proposer Cllr. P Gosch12/265) 

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The report of the Assistant City Manager stated that The Housing & Community 

Directorate will again endeavour to clean Ellis’ Yard of litter and dumped refuse 

within the forthcoming weeks. However, repeated cleaning of this area is not a long 

term solution. The Housing & Community Directorate is endeavouring to develop a 

long term response to this ongoing problem in conjunction with the City Council’s 

Waste Enforcement Section. 

The area is secured using 1.2m diameter concrete manhole rings, filled with in situ 

concrete. This type of barrier has proved relatively more successful in preventing 

vehicular access than other fencing options tried repeatedly in the past. Limited 

vehicle access has, however, been gained by building a makeshift ramp over the 

barrier. If this ramp were removed, it is probable that it would be replaced within a 

short period of time. 

Raising the concrete barrier any higher would necessitate widening the base of the 

existing barrier. Such work would thus be quite costly, and is not considered a feasible 

option. 

It would appear that the dumping taking place is occurring from higher ground 

surrounding Ellis’ Yard, and that the limited vehicular access available via the 

makeshift ramp is not a contributory factor to the illegal dumping. 

8.7 SEMINARY COURT, BLACKPOOL – PUBLIC LIGHTING 


dated 1 st November 2012, on the following motion which was referred to the 


‘That Cork City Council housing Department engage with all relevant bodies to get 

the public lighting in Seminary Court Blackpool working.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. C. Clancy 12/329) 

The report of the Assistant City Manager stated that the Housing & Community 

Directorate is engaging with the relevant departments to have the estate at Seminary 

Court taken in charge. This includes responsibility for public lighting. Works have to 

be carried out on the public lighting and this is subject to funding. Once funding has 

been sourced the works can be completed to allow the public lighting to be taken in 

charge. 

Investigation of the works is ongoing. It is envisaged that minor interim works to 

replace bulbs will be undertaken in the short-term. In the long term, placing and 

location of poles needs to be examined. 

8.8 ALLOCATION OF HOUSING BY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES/HOUSING 

AGENCIES 


31 st January 2013, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by 


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‘That Cork City Council's Housing Department would bring a report to council in 

relation to the allocation of housing by management company’s under contract to the 

city council. 

1 How many housing agencies have contracts with City Council. 

2 How many houses have been given to those agencies for allocation. 

3 Can the housing dept confirm that clients allocated housing by these agencies are 

included in the housing dept monthly report. 

4 Can we have up to date reports on the names and address of clients who have been 

housed by housing agencies over the last two years. 

(Proposer: Cllr. M. O’Connell 12/433) 

The report of the A/Director of Services stated that The Council currently have 

agreements with 3 no. Approved Housing Bodies for the management of 133 no. 

Council properties – Túath Housing Association, Sophia Housing Association and 

Threshold. 

The properties are a mixture of unsold affordable units and Council units at the 

following locations:- 

- The Meadows, Knocknacullen – 38 Units 

- Coppingers Acre, Bantry Park Road – 23 Units 

- Dominic Street – 16 Units 

- Glentrasna Crescent/Avenue/Hill, Susie’s Field, The Glen – 26 Units 

- 107/108 Douglas Street – 10 Units 

- Hollyhill Heights, Hollyhill – 4 Units 

- Ard Na Rí, Banduff – 6 Units 

- Market Gardens – 10 Units 

The nominations of tenants to the Approved Housing Body for these units are taken 

from the City Council Social Housing list through the Allocations Section. Under the 

Allocations Scheme (recently amended) an offer of housing being managed by an 

Approved Housing Body is deemed as a legitimate housing solution. 

The persons allocated these properties are not currently included in the Housing & 

Community Directorate’s monthly report. The Allocations section is currently 

reviewing this and would intend that these allocations would be included in the 

monthly report in the near future. 

8.9 TAKING IN CHARGE – CHAPEL FIELD, GURRANABRAHER 


31 st January 2013, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by 


‘That Cork City Council will take the Estate known as Chapel Field, Gurranabraher, in 

charge.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. J. O’Callaghan 12/427) 

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The report of the A/Director of Services stated that the Housing & Community 

Directorate has arranged for the installation of speed ramps in Chapel Field which had 

been viewed as a priority. The matter of taking the entire estate in charge extends 

beyond the remit of the Housing & Community Directorate and will take a longer 

period to arrange. A further report will issue in due course. 

SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS 

An Chomhairle agreed to suspend Standing Orders to continue the meeting to 

9.00 p.m. 

9. ROADS & TRANSPORTATION FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE – 4 th FEBRUARY 


9.1 ROADWORKS PROGRAMME 

An Chomhairle considered and approved the report of the Director of Services, dated 

31 st January, 2013, on the progress of the ongoing Roadworks Programme for the 

month ended January 2013. 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir D. Cahill, seconded by Comhairleoir L. McGonigle, 

An Chomhairle agreed that correspondence would be forwarded to Minister Leo 

Varadkar, acknowledging the funding already given to Cork City Council, in addition 

to requesting further funding for road projects. 

9.2 REPORT ON THE SECTION 38 PROCESS (PUBIC CONSULTATION) FOR 

CORK CYCLE NETWORK PHASE 2 – UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK TO 

CORK CITY CENTRE 


31 st January 2013 on the Section 38 process (Public Consultation) for Cork Cycle 

Network Phase 2 – University College Cork to Cork City Centre. 

9.3 REPORT ON THE PART 8 PROCESS (PUBLIC CONSULTATION) FOR 

PARNELL PLACE RENEWAL PROJECT 

An Chomhairle considered the report of the Director of Services dated 31 st January 

2013 on the report on the part 8 process (public consultation) for Parnell Place renewal 

project. 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir T. Shannon, seconded by Comhairleoir J. Corr, An 

Chomhairleoir approved the report of the Director of Services dated 31 st January 2013, 

on the report of the part 8 process (public consultation) for Parnell Place renewal 

project which stated that 

Background 

Cork City Council proposes to redevelop Parnell Place and parts of the adjoining areas 

of Merchants Quay, Andersons Quay, Clontarf Street and Lower Oliver Plunkett 

Street. 

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Parnell Place plays an important role for the distribution of traffic around the City 

Centre. It is the centre of operations for bus services in Cork and it accommodates one 

of the busiest multi-story car parks in the city. This project aims to improve the street 

environment by catering for the needs outlined above in conjunction with providing 

enhanced facilities for pedestrians, cyclists and bus users. 

Parnell Place Renewal Project 

The proposed project will generally consist of the following measures as outlined in 

the accompanying drawing:- 

Footways will be widened and repaved with natural stone and concrete slabs. 

Street furniture and public lighting will be renewed and upgraded. 

Additional trees will be planted and utility services will be renewed where required. 

The on-street parking layout will change from perpendicular to parallel parking. 

Loading, taxis and buses will be catered for using parallel bays. 

The traffic lanes will be reconfigured. Three north bound traffic lanes will be 

provided and the roadway will be resurfaced. 

The following bus lanes will be created. 

- A northbound Bus Lane will be provided on Parnell Place between Lower 

Oliver Plunkett St and the Bus Station. 

- A westbound Bus Lane will be provided on Merchants Quay. 

- A westbound Bus Lane will be provided on Lower Oliver Plunkett Street. 

- A northbound Bus Lane will be provided on Deane Street and Clontarf Street. 

The following cycle lanes will be created:- 

- Two way cycle lanes will be provided between Maylor St and the South Mall. 

- A contra-flow southbound cycle lane will be provided between Merchants 

Quay and Maylor Street. 

Part 8 Planning Process 

Pursuant to the provisions of Part 8 of the Planning and Development Regulations, 

2001 (as amended), Cork City Council published a notice in the Irish Examiner on the 

9th of November 2012 (copy attached). 

The Notice advised the public that the proposed scheme was available for inspection at 

the Reception Desk in City Hall from Monday, 12th November 2012 until Friday, 4th 

January 2013, between the hours of 9.00am and 4.00pm Monday to Friday. In addition 

it outlined how submissions should be made and the deadline for receipt of 

submissions was highlighted as Friday the 18 th of January 2013. 

An Appropriate Assessment and Environmental Impact Screening Assessment were 

undertaken and the proposed measures were deemed to be sub threshold in both cases. 

On the closing date for receipt of submissions a total of twelve 

individuals/organisations submitted observations/recommendations. The following is a 

summary of the submissions:- 

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(1) Mr Greg O’Neill 

Mr O’Neill stated that he “supports almost all of the improvements now proposed”. He 

highlighted the importance of the street, its role in the city and he spoke about the 

historical underinvestment on the street. 

(2) An Garda Síochána. 

Chief Superintendent Mick Finn said that “in broad terms An Garda Síochána are in 

agreement with the proposals as it will improve safety for all road users”. They 

questioned the contra flow cycle lane on Parnell Place and opposed its introduction for 

safety reasons. The Gardaí also questioned the proposed layout’s compliance with the 

National Cycle Manual. 

(3) Cllr John Kelleher 

The submission is “fully supportive of the project as it will improve the area, 

particularly for cyclists and pedestrians. Any measures which improve the flow of 

traffic while at the same time facilitating people who walk and cycle should be 

supported” 

(4) Mr Dermot Nash 

Mr Nash’s submission focused on the need for additional set down facilities for 

patrons of the Bus Station. 

(5) Mr John Conlon (Merchants Quay Car Park) 

The submission expressed concern about the cycle lane on Parnell Place and 

questioned the safety of the proposal. 

(6) The Fire Department 

The submission requested additional space along the riverfront to accommodate river 

rescue vehicles. In addition it suggested that the proposed layout would need to make 

provision for fire engines turning from Parnell Place into Maylor Street. 

(7) Mr Austin Murphy (Taxi Driver) 

Mr Murphy welcomed the plans for upgrading the street but suggested that the 

proposed location of the taxi rank would need to be reconsidered. He suggested that 

the most appropriate location for the taxi rank was in front of Maher Sports. This 

would enable a safe and fair line of taxis and a free flow of vehicles. 

(8) Mr Liam Cotter (Resident) 

Mr Cotter’s submission stated that “for the most part the plans are very welcome and 

will drastically improve the appearance and functionality of the street”. The primary 

focus of the submission concerned the loss of parking, particularly for residents. It 

noted that additional disabled spaces were recently installed which reduces the 

available space for residents. It was suggested that consideration should be given to 

the introduction of “resident parking only” spaces and in addition consideration should 

be given to changing the loading bays on the northern portion of the street to a shared 

bay with resident parking. Mr Cotter acknowledged that these issues could be dealt 

with by a few minor modifications to the proposed design. 

(9) Cork Taxmen’s Association (Mr Derry Coughlan) 

The submission stated that the proposals “will turn Parnell Place into a major traffic 

route of no benefit to anyone”. It stated that no provision has been made for 

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interconnecting services with the Airport, Train Station, rural transport etc. The 

submission stated that there are “far too many bus lanes, oversupply of buses” with 

resultant noise, fumes etc. It requested that the current taxi arrangement remain 

unchanged. The submission went on to suggest a number of modifications within the 

bus station which are outside the scope of this project. 

It suggested that the bus lane and bus bays on lower Oliver Plunkett St are not required 

and that a number of other bus measures should be modified. In conclusion the 

submission suggested that the scheme should be abandoned. 

(10) The Cork Cycle Campaign (Mr Adam Darcy) 

The submission discussed a number of issues concerning the needs of cyclists and the 

restrictions presented by one-way systems. It discussed the impact motor vehicles have 

and the resources used to facilitate these vehicles. It stated that there must be a 

balancing between the needs and facilities for motorists and cyclists. It stated that “a 

cycle friendly city is good for Cork, it’s good for tourism and good for the economy”. 

The submission outlined the benefits of contra-flow cycle lanes, advance stop lines 

and other measures. 

It acknowledged the “great strides Cork City Council has made in progressing 

dedicated cycle ways between Douglas and the City Centre”. It suggested that 

advisory signage at regular locations is required. It highlighted the difficulties 

presented when cyclists merge with traffic, pedestrians, service vehicles etc. 

(11) Bus Éireann (Mr Joe Fitzgerald, Regional Manager) 

The submission stated that Bus Éireann welcomed the “improvements to public 

transport and the introduction of the additional Bus Lanes in the vicinity of the Bus 

Station as they will hopefully assist in the safe and efficient movement of buses”. Mr 

Fitzgerald suggested that the proposed measures will substantially reduce the capacity 

of the Bus Station. However he welcomed the additional Bus Bays on the river side of 

Merchants Quay and lower Oliver Plunkett St. The suggestion was made that some of 

the loading bays should be reassigned as additional bus bays. The need for 

coordination during construction was discussed and some other minor measures such 

as bollards were requested. 

(12) Mrs Mary Sheehan. 

Mrs Sheehan’s submission discussed the needs of the visually impaired. She expressed 

her gratitude for the engagement to date and the submission went on to make the 

following comments:- 

- The work on Parnell place is very welcome. 

- Access to public transport is very important for people with visual impairment. 

- A directional guidance strip was requested from the entrance to the Bus Station to 

the nearby pedestrian crossing. 

- A sound device on the traffic lights was requested to enable ease of location. 

- Measures to ease movement to and from the taxi rank were requested. 

- A set down area in front of the bus station was requested. 

- Bike parking facilities were suggested. 

- The final request was that all the pedestrian crossings should be installed to the 

highest standards. 

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Submission Assessment and Response 

The following comments and proposed modifications are set out in response to the 

foregoing. 

(a) A comprehensive traffic modelling assessment is to be carried out to assess the 

impacts of the proposed road layout. This exercise will be carried out by the City 

Centre Movement Strategy consultants to ensure compatibility between this 

project and the broader strategy emerging. The assessment will define the precise 

junction, lane and traffic light configuration and the recommendations will be 

acted upon as appropriate. 

(b) On completion of preliminary design, a Road Safety Audit is also to be carried out 

to assess the overall safety aspects of the proposed measures and the 

recommendations will be adopted where required. 

(c) The City Council will consult with the National Transport Authority (NTA) to 

ensure that all cycle lanes including contra flow lanes comply fully with the 

National Cycle Manual which as published by the NTA. 

(d) Additional set down facilities will be provided on Parnell Place (west side) and 

Clontarf Street to facilitate ease of use by patrons of the Bus Station. 

(e) The Maylor Street junction will be re-assessed to examine the possibility of 

facilitating access for fire engines. 

(f) The suggestion put forward by Mr Murphy concerning the location of the taxi 

rank will be adopted. All Taxis will now be situated on the eastern side of Parnell 

Place and additional space provided. 

(g) In response to the request for a Residents Only Parking Zone on Parnell Place, it 

is confirmed that this is not legally possible. It is possible to park in Loading Bays 

outside of the designated loading times. 

(h) All necessary signage and road lining will be installed to create a safe 

environment for all road users. 

(i) The scheme will be extended to incorporate the low cost safety scheme at the 

Clontarf Street / Lower Oliver Plunkett Street junction. 

Conclusion and Recommendation 

The issues raised by the submissions have been carefully considered. As part of the 

detailed design process it is envisaged that safety auditing and modelling will be 

completed to ensure safety, minimisation of traffic impact and compatibility with the 

aims of the broader City Centre Movement Strategy (CCMS). 

The CCMS is currently being developed and the draft strategy is the subject of public 

consultation at present. During the detailed design stage of the Parnell Place scheme 

and thereafter, account will be taken of any decisions made by Council in relation to 

the CCMS. It is to be noted that the basic layout of the scheme, incl footpaths, kerb 

lines, paving, public lighting, parking, tree planting, road surfacing etc., will remain 

substantially unchanged under any future development of the CCMS. 

The traffic lane configuration in the Parnell Place scheme does not have to be 

commissioned on the street until the construction work is well advanced, possibly 

towards the end of 2013. Accordingly any significant changes arising as a result of the 

detailed design process or otherwise can be incorporated into the final scheme with the 

Section 38 procedure being used as necessary. In the interim it is recommended that 

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the scheme as now presented be commenced so that a substantial part of the project 

can be constructed in the current year. 

The project will create an attractive environment which in turn will improve the 

commercial potential of the street. The proposed measures will provide safe and 

efficient bus, cycle and traffic lanes. The pedestrian space and facilities will be 

enhanced and people will be able enjoy the amenity value of the street. 

The project is fully funding by the National Transport Authority under the “Regional 

Cities Investment Programme” for sustainable transportation projects and the 

proposals have been welcomed by all but one of the twelve submissions. 

The proposed development is consistent with the proper planning and sustainable 

development of the area having regard to the provisions of the Development Plan. 

Having considered the observations received and the response outlined above, I 

recommend that the proposed development proceed with the modifications outlined. 

9.4 REPAIR UPPER ROAD IN SIDNEY PARK 


31 st January, 2013, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by 


‘Can Cork City Council please inspect and if necessary repair the upper road in Sidney 

Park as the residents who have sought advice on this issue suggest that there is 

possible subsidence in areas of this road.’ 

(Proposers: Cllr. J. Kavanagh 12/440) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that the possible subsidence in Sidney 

Park will be investigated and any necessary repairs will be carried out. 

9.5 REPAIR STREET LIGHTS OUTSIDE LADBROKES AT ST. LUKES CROSS 




‘Can the street lights outside Ladbrokes at St. Lukes Cross please be repaired as none 

of the lights are functioning. It is vitally important that all four of the recently erected 

light fittings at St. Lukes Cross is fully functional at all times, particularly at this time 

of the year, and especially as this is a highly dangerous junction with little or no traffic 

regulation whatsoever.’ 

(Proposers: Cllr. J. Kavanagh 12/441) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that the recently installed street lights at 

St. Lukes Cross will be inspected and any necessary repairs, required to ensure they 

are in good working order, will be carried out in the near future. 

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9.6 DERELICT PROPERTY ON TRAMORE ROAD 




‘That Cork City Council would make immediate contact with the owner of the derelict 

property that is next door to no 68 Woodlawn Tramore Road and ask/compel them to 

cut back the overgrown trees/shrubbery that is growing into the adjoining property and 

also across the footpath and this is a huge cause of concern for the particular 

resident and for pedestrians who have to walk on to the roadway in order to avoid 

this dangerous obstacle.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. H. Cremin 12/456) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that overgrown trees and hedges are the 

responsibility of the owner of the property involved. In the event that the owner of the 

property cannot be contacted, the City Council will carry out any necessary trimming 

of hedges which encroach onto public footpaths and will attempt to re-coup the costs 

from the property owner at a future date. In the case of the hedging growing across 

from one property to another, this is a matter for the two property owners and the City 

Council will not be involved 

9.7 SPEED RAMPS IN MANGERTON CLOSE, THE GLEN 




‘That speed ramps would be provided in Mangerton Close, The Glen as a matter of 

urgency.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. P. Gosch 12/458) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that Mangerton Close, The Glen will be 

added to the list of areas where a request for traffic calming has been received. The 

area will be assessed to determine the extent of the problems that exist in order to 

identify any possible mitigation measures that can be provided there. 

Any identified traffic calming solutions will be put forward for consideration to be 

included in the Roads Programme, subject to funding being available. 

9.8 TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURES AT ST. OLIVERS, BALLYVOLANE 




‘That Cork City Council Roads Department install Traffic Calming Measures in the 

areas adjacent to St. Olivers Church, Ballyvolane.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. C. Clancy 12/462) 

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The report of the Director of Services stated that the roads adjacent to St. Oliver’s 

Church, Ballyvolane will be added to the list of areas where a request for traffic 

calming has been received. The areas will be assessed to determine the extent of the 

problems that exist in order to identify any possible mitigation measures that can be 

provided there. 

It should be noted that the roads in the area are either within Cork County Council’s 

administrative area or jointly maintained by Cork City Council and Cork County 

Council. Any identified traffic calming solutions will have to have the agreement of 

both Local Authorities and if appropriate, will be put forward for consideration to be 

included in the Roads Programme, subject to funding being available. 

9.9 ESTATES RESURFACING 2013 




‘That Loreto Park be added to the 2013 re-surfacing estates list.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. K. McCarthy 13/002) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that Loreto Park will be considered for 

inclusion in the 2013 Resurfacing Programme. 

9.10 PUBLIC LIGHTING SYSTEM 




‘Given the erosive condition of many of our public lighting columns and the need to 

replace them under safety and health legislation and given that there is up to 30% 

efficiencies to be got from new lanterns, that Council calls on our own Road Design 

Team to encompass Public Lighting in their brief when applying to the N.T.A for 

funding to replace outdated and dangerous Public Lighting Fixtures.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. S. Martin 13/008) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that the condition of our existing public 

lighting is already taken into account when we apply for grant funding from NTA and 

NRA for various schemes. New public lighting is a feature of the schemes recently 

completed or under construction, e.g. Boreenmanna Road, Skehard Road, Kyrl’s 

Quay, Barrack Street, Hollyhill Access Road. The NTA will generally not fund public 

lighting maintenance or improvement unless it is part of an overall road improvement 

scheme. 

9.11 MOTIONS REQUESTING ROADS ACTION 




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‘That Cork City Council calls on the Road Design Team to take on board the request 

of Councillors who are merely expressing public opinion when putting down motions 

requesting 

(a) Estate Resurfacing 

(b) Non national route resurfacing 

(c) Laneway Closures 

(d) Green to Parking Programmes 

(e) Traffic Calming 

when making their submissions to the NTA for annual funding in relation to road 

programmes.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. S. Martin 13/009) 

The report of the Director of Services stated that The National Transport Authority 

operates, on behalf of the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport (DTTAS), a 

programme of grant assistance to local authorities in regional cities for the 

development of sustainable transport provision in their administration areas. The grant 

programme is known as the “Regional Cities Investment Programme”. 

Since 2011 we have received annual grants from the National Transport Authority 

under the Regional Cities Programme. The objectives of the programme include:- 

1. An increased mode share for walking and cycling: This increase will be mainly 

related to local trips to work, schools, retail and leisure within the larger urban 

areas; 

2. An increased mode share for public transport for work trips to the city centre and 

other urban centres within the City and its environs. There may be scope to improve 

public transport mode shares to these centres along the main bus and rail corridors, 

particularly where this improves access and interchange between bicycle and rail; 

3. Enhanced safety for all modes within urban areas, especially for vulnerable road 

users. 

The NTA do not fund the type of work listed in (a) to (e) above on an individual basis 

unless it is a part of an overall road improvement scheme which achieves the 

objectives listed 1. 2. & 3. above. When applying for grant funding for schemes we 

can consider the inclusion of work types (a) to (e) above if they form an integral part 

of an overall improvement scheme. 

9.12 PEDESTRIAN CROSSING AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS AT THE JUNCTION 

OF POULADUFF ROAD/ EDWARD WALSH ROAD 




‘That City Council would modify the Pedestrian Crossings at the traffic lights at the 

junction of Pouladuff Road/ Edward Walsh Road to bring it up to the standard that 

would include a high pitched sound to facilitate the visually impaired people that use 

this crossing regularly to access the shops/ church/credit union.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. H. Cremin 12/425) 

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The report of the Director of Services stated that the traffic signals at the junction of 

Pouladuff Road and Edward Walsh Road will be examined and if feasible, an audio 

beep system in the pedestrian crossing facilities for the visually impaired will be 

installed. 

10. CORRESPONDENCE 

An Chomhairle noted correspondence, from the following:- 

- Letter from north Tipperary County Council dated 30 th January 2013. 

- Email from Sligo Borough Council dated 6 th February 2013. 

11. CONFERENCE/ SEMINAR SUMMARIES 

An Chomhairle noted Summaries by Members of Conferences/Seminars attended as 

follows:- 

Cllr. Denis O’Flynn - Local Electoral Area Boundaries – Letterkenny, Co. Donegal 

-18/20 January 2013. 

Cllr. Denis O’Flynn - Training Seminar “Policy and Legal Issues Relating to 

Developing Wind Energy” – Westport, Co. Mayo - 25/26 January 2013. 

12. SEMINARS 

Taken at Item 5. 

13. CONFERENCES 

Taken at Item 5. 

14. MOTIONS 

An Chomhairle approved the referral of the following motions to the relevant 

committees:- 

14.1 CONSTRUCT A WALL BETWEEN HALTING SITE IN SPRING LANE AND 

GLENFIELDS AVENUE AND GLENFIELDS COURT ESTATES 

‘That Cork City Council constructs a wall between the halting site in Spring Lane and 

the housing estate of Glenfields Avenue and Glenfields Court.’ 


Housing & Community Functional Committee 

14.2 PILOT PROGRAMME FOR A DOG PARK 

‘That Cork City Council introduce a pilot programme for a Dog Park.’ 


Environment & Recreation Functional Committee 

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14.3 RUBBISH BEING DUMPED AT WOODLAWN ON TRAMORE ROAD 

‘That City Council would clean up the unsightly rubbish that's been dumped regularly 

in the field at the rear of the house's in Woodlawn Tramore Road. 

Also that the Council Litter Dept. would investigate the perpetrators and bring this 

ongoing matter to an end for the sake of the law abiding residents who have to endure 

this constantly.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. H. Cremin 13/023) 


14.4 ERECT SIGNAGE OUTSIDE CEMETERIES 

‘That city council would erect signage outside it's cemeteries informing the public of 

the ongoing problem of cars been broken into, thus reminding them that valuables 

should be out of sight and their car's are locked and secured.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. H. Cremin 13/024) 


14.5 ROAD FRONTING BUS STOP AND GARDA BARRACKS ON 

WATERCOURSE ROAD 

‘That Cork City Council Roads Dept examine the road fronting the bus stop in the 

area adjacent to the Garda barracks on the Watercourse Road blackball with the view 

to putting in place measures to deal with a recess in the road that is causing a splash 

back of rain water on pedestrians and those using the bus stop.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. C. Clancy 13/026) 

Roads & Transportation Functional Committee 

14.6 TOP AND TRIM TREES ON LOWER GLANMIRE ROAD 

‘That the twenty trees on the south side of The Lower Glanmire Road, between the 

Railway Station and Water Street, be topped and trimmed, because they have become 

too high and are interfering with the natural and electric lighting, as well as the 

telephone and electric wiring nearby.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. J. Kelleher 13/035) 


14.7 COAL QUAY MARKETED AND REBRANDED AS A HERITAGE QUARTER 

‘That the Coal Quay be marketed and rebranded as a heritage quarter and that a 

marketing strategy be employed to support it.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. K. McCarthy 13/039) 

Strategic Planning & Economic Development Functional Committee 

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14.9 COMBAT DERELICTION ON BARRACK STREET AND BLACKPOOL 

‘To get a summary report on ongoing initiatives to combat dereliction on Barrack 

Street and Blackpool.’ 



14.10 ‘THE GREEN’, BALLYPHEHANE INCLUDED IN THE ESTATES 

RESURFACING PROGRAMME 

‘That ‘The Green, (An Fhaitche) Ballyphehane be included in the estates resurfacing 

programme as it is in complete state of disrepair.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. F. Kerins 13/041) 

Roads & Transportation Functional Committee 

14.11 CHARGE FOR BOILER MAINTENANCE 

‘To call on the Manager to introduce a Waiver System for those on low incomes in 

relation to the recently introduced charge for boiler maintenance in council homes. 

While the charge may seem inconsequential it is a further weekly bill for people who 

are already stretched to breaking point.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. T. Tynan 13/042) 

Finance Functional Committee 

14.12 BLACKPOOL AREA FOR REGENERATION 

‘That Cork City Council declare Blackpool as an area for regeneration and apply to 

central government for funding to remove or upgrade derelict buildings, provide flood 

prevention measures, improve infrastructure, upgrade housing stock, invest in Job 

creation and Job retention, facilitate financially initiatives that support the Blackpool 

Village Community.’ 

15. MOTIONS 

(Proposer: Cllr. T. Gould 13/047) 


An Chomhairle considered the following motions, due notice of which has been 

given:- 

15.1 MOTHER JONES DAY 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir T. Tynan, seconded by Comhairleoir T. Gould, An 

Chomhairle approved the following motion: 

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‘That August 1 st be declared Mother Jones Day, in recognition of a famous member of 

the Irish diaspora who fought tirelessly to end child labour and to defend workers' 

rights in America during the early part of the Twentieth Century.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. T. Tynan 13/022) 

15.2 CUTS TO AN GARDA SÍOCHANA 

An Chomhairle considered the following motion:- 

‘That Cork City Council calls on the Government and the Minister for Justice, Mr. 

Allen Shatter, T.D., to rescind the recently announced cuts to An Garda Síochana, 

which if implemented will have a very serious negative affect on Cork City and its 

population.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. T. Brosnan, Cllr. T. Shannon, Cllr. S. Martin, Cllr. M. Shields 

13/036) 

On the proposal of Comhairleoir J. Corr, seconded by Comhairleoir D. Cahill, a vote 

was taken on the motion where there appeared as follows:- 

FOR: Comhairleoirí T. Brosnan, T. Tynan, T. Gould, M. Nugent, T. Shannon, C. 

O’Leary, K. McCarthy, F. Kerins, M. Shields, H. Cremin. (10) 

AGAINST: Comhairleoirí J. Kelleher, J. Kavanagh, C. Clancy, M. O’Connell, J. 

O’Callaghan, D. Cahill, L. McGonigle, D. O’Flynn, J. Corr, L. Kingston, E. 

O’Halloran, J. Buttimer, B. Bermingham. (13) 

As the numbers voting against the motion were greater than those voting in favour of 

the motion, An tArdmhéara declared the vote lost and the motion defeated. 

15.3 HEAD QUARTERS OF THE NEW TRAINING ORGANISATION S.O.L.A.S. 

An Chomhairle approved the following motion: 

‘Cork City Council calls on the Government to establish the Head Quarters of the New 

training organisation S.O.L.A.S. here in Cork City.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. T. Shannon 13/037) 

15.4 APOLOGY TO SURVIVING WOMEN OF THE MAGDALENE LAUNDRIES 

An Chomhairle considered the following motion:- 

‘That Cork City regrets the failure of the Taoiseach to fully apologise to the surviving 

women of the Magdalene Laundries, this Council calls on the Government to swiftly 

put in place a transparent redress scheme for the women affected.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. M. Nugent 13/043) 

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On the proposal of Comhairleoir J. Corr, seconded by Comhairleoir E. O’Halloran, An 

Chomhairle approved the following amendment to the motion:- 

‘That Cork City requests the Taoiseach to fully apologise to the surviving women of 

the Magdalene Laundries, this Council calls on the Government to swiftly put in place 

a transparent redress scheme for the women affected.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. M. Nugent 13/043) 

15.5 MOVE OF POST OFFICE FROM BLACKPOOL VILLAGE 


‘That Cork City Council would write to An Post and express the council’s 

disappointment at An Post decision to move the Post Office from Blackpool Village to 

the shopping centre. Also to request that in future that An Post would notify Cork 

City Council of any plans to move or close Post Offices in Cork City’s o that the 

Council can have an input on the decision and the possible effects it may have to Area 

Development Plans or the community involved.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. T. Gould 13/048) 

16. MOTIONS DEFERRED FROM MEETING OF AN CHOMHAIRLE HELD ON 

28 th JANUARY 2013 

An Chomhairle considered the following motions, which were deferred from the 

meeting of An Chomhairle held on 28 th January 2013, due notice of which has been 

given:- 

16.1 PILOT RENT TO BUY SCHEME ON NAMA PROPERTIES 

‘That Cork City Council make a submission to the Department of Environment 

Heritage & Local Government in order to introduce a Pilot Rent to Buy Scheme on 

NAMA properties for potential purchasers who are having difficulty in securing 

finances for purchasing a home.’ 


Deferred to the next meeting of An Chomhairle 

16.2 ILLEGAL TO SMOKE IN A CAR WITH CHILDREN 


‘That Cork City Council calls on the Government to introduce legislation that makes it 

illegal to smoke in a car with children.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. E. O’Halloran 13/019) 

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16.3 HIGHER EDUCATION GRANTS 


‘That Cork City Council calls for the transfer of the payment of Higher Education 

Grants to the Dept of Social Protection due to the abject failure of Susi and the Dept of 

Education and the misery imposed on third level students.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. T. Brosnan 13/021) 

16.4 IGNORE RECENT MOTION PASSED BY KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL 


‘That Cork City Council calls on the Minister for Transport to ignore the recent 

motion passed by Kerry County Council to introduce drink driving permits.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. E. O’Halloran 13/025) 

16.5 HOSTING OF MAJOR MEETING OF E.U. LEADERS AS PART OF 

PRESIDENCY OF THE E.U. 


‘That Cork City Council call on the Government to host a Major Meeting of E.U. 

Leaders in Cork City as part of its Presidency of the E.U. which Ireland holds for the 

next six months.’ 

(Proposer: Cllr. M. O’Connell 13/029) 

16.6 SECURE OUR LADY’S HOSPITAL 


‘In light of the Good Shepherd fire, that the Council work with the HSE to secure Our 

Lady’s Hospital, and to remove valuable artefacts like the organ in its church and 

identify other aspects of value and put them aside for protection against the elements.’ 


This concluded the business of the meeting 

AN tARDMHÉARA 

CATHAOIRLEACH 

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