Nominations for DLR PPN Representatives 2024
DLR PPN is currently seeking nominations for DLR PPN Representatives on the new Strategic Policy Committees 2024-2029. The details of this scheme will be published by DLR County Council in December when the minutes of their November have been approved. The details of the DLR SPC Scheme 2019-2024 can be found here. For our member groups who are interested in putting forward a nomination we have gathered all the information on the SPC’s here to assist you.
- The first section of this page contains information on the 7 new Strategic Policy Committees, including their Areas of Responsibility, the number of representatives required from each Pillar and the areas of expertise/experience sought.
- The second section provides details information on the Role of the Representative and details of the commitment, such as time and reporting, it also details the supports available.
Nominations
- The number of nominations each group can make is limited.
- Nomination links and (on request) hard copy forms will be sent to the Primary Contact of each member group.
- Before making a nomination it is important to know which Pillar your group is registered under as you can only nominate for your registered pillar positions. You can check your Pillar in the Members Directory here.
- DLR PPN full member groups can make nominations until the 9th of December, at 9.00am.
- Elections will be run from the 16th of December until the 5th of January.
| Online Information sessions will take place – no registration needed, simply click on the link. |
You are welcome to contact us with any questions you may have, we are here to help. Drop us a line at [email protected]
Section 1 – Strategic Policy Committees Scheme 2024-2029
1) Climate Action SPC 2024-2029
Areas of Responsibility
- Climate Action Plan
- Energy & Buildings
- Nature-Based Solutions/Biodiversity
- Public Awareness and Education
- Circular Economy
- District Heating
- Retrofitting
- Active/Sustainable Travel
- LED Lighting
- Bio Fuels & Electric Vehicles
Nominations Sought
| Community & Voluntary Pillar | Environment Pillar | Social Inclusion Pillar |
| 1 Community & Voluntary Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in climate change. | 1 Environment Pillar Representative with expertise in climate change. |
2) Community, Culture, Integration & Public Engagement SPC (SPC) 2024-2029
Areas of Responsibility
- Arts
- Culture
- Community Development
- Heritage
- Libraries
- Social Inclusion
- Equality, Inclusion & Diversity
- Integration
- Health & Wellbeing
- Sports participation and facilities
- Community Engagement
- Citizen Engagement/Awareness and Education
- Promotion of the Irish Language
Nominations Sought
| Community & Voluntary Pillar | Environment Pillar | Social Inclusion Pillar |
| 3 Community & Voluntary Pillar Representatives 1 representative with expertise/experience in relation to community development. 1 representative with expertise/experience in relation to children and young person’s issues. 1 representative with experience/ expertise in the promotion of Irish language. |
1 Environment Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in relation to environment/heritage. | 1 Social Inclusion Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in relation to ageing issues and/or disability issues. |
3) Economic Development, Enterprise & Marine SPC
Areas of Responsibility
- Tourism, Accessible Tourism and Twinning
- Economic development
- Enterprise support functions
- Public Awareness and Education
- Preparation of the economic elements of the Local Economic and Community Plan (LECP),
- Implementation and review of the economic elements of the LECP
- Oversight of the operation of the Local Enterprise Office (LEO).
- Village Renewal
- Town Centre Development
- Economic Sustainability
- Dún Laoghaire Harbour
Nominations Sought
| Community & Voluntary Pillar | Environment Pillar | Social Inclusion Pillar |
| 1 Environment Pillar Representative with expertise in environment/ marine. |
1 Social Inclusion Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in relation to social enterprise. |
4) Environment & Transportation SPC 2024-2029
Areas of Responsibility
- Waste Management
- Litter Management Plan
- Water Quality Management Plan
- Fire Service
- Burial Grounds
- Control of Animals
- Open Spaces and Parks
- Trees, Flora and Fauna
- Cycling policy
- Smart Transportation Solutions
- Accessible Friendly Streets and Footpaths
- Environmental Traffic Planning and Placemaking
- Pedestrian Facilities
- Parking
- Public Transport issues
- Roads
- Road Safety issues and Traffic Management
- Public Awareness and Education
- Marine, including coastal issues
- Emergency Planning
- Flood Resilience
- Coastal Protection
Nominations Sought
| Community & Voluntary Pillar | Environment Pillar | Social Inclusion Pillar |
| 1 Community & Voluntary Representative with expertise in environment/conservation. | 1 Environment Pillar Representative with expertise/ experience in relation to cycling and pedestrian issues and/or to environment traffic planning and placemaking | 1 Social Inclusion Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in relation to disability issues. |
5) Finance SPC 2024-2029
Areas of Responsibility
- Transparency and accountability in expenditure and resourcing.
- Debt collection.
- Securing quality of service and value for money.
- Sustainable local government funding.
- Governance
Nominations Sought
| Community & Voluntary Pillar | Environment Pillar | Social Inclusion Pillar |
| 1 Community & Voluntary Pillar Representative with expertise/ experience in relation to community development. | 1 Environment Pillar Representative with expertise in environment/conservation. | 1 Social Inclusion Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in relation to social inclusion issues. |
6) Housing SPC 2024-2029
Areas of Responsibility
- Accommodation Programme for Travelling People
- Allocations / Accessibility & Disability / Priority/ Transfers
- Models of Delivery/Housing Construction / Refurbishment Programme
- Affordable/Social Housing
- Homeless Strategy
- Housing Strategy
- Estate Management
Nominations Sought
| Community & Voluntary Pillar | Environment Pillar | Social Inclusion Pillar |
| 1 Community & Voluntary Pillar Representative with expertise/ experience in relation to community development. | 1 Environment Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in relation to the environment. |
1 Social Inclusion Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in relation to disability issues and/or traveller issues. |
7) Planning SPC 2024-2029
Areas of Responsibility
- Planning and Development including:
- Building Control and taking in Charge of Estates
- Forward Planning – Plans and Guidelines
- Urban Design and Renewal
- Conservation of Built Environment
- Sustainable Development
Nominations Sought
| Community & Voluntary Pillar | Environment Pillar | Social Inclusion Pillar |
| 1 Community & Voluntary Pillar Representative with expertise/ experience in relation to community development. | 1 Environment Pillar Representative with experience/expertise in relation to conservation of the built environment, and/or experience of energy standards. |
1 Social Inclusion Pillar Representative with expertise/experience in relation to disability issues |
Section 2 – Information on being a DLR PPN Representative
The role of DLR PPN Representatives is to;
- Keep DLR PPN members informed about the work of the SPC,
- Seek DLR PPN member’s input into the work of the SPC and
- Represent the viewpoints of DLR PPN members to the SPC
- Read and inform themselves prior to SPC meeting
- Liaise with other DLR PPN representative and collaborate to further the views of the DLR PPN membership
- Get involved and put forward strategic questions in relation to policy.
They do not represent themselves rather they represent the various views of all the DLR PPN Membership.
An SPC has no responsibility for routine operational matters such as the delivery of services.
- 4 committee meetings per year, 1 per quarter, usually 5pm-7pm on weekdays.
- Preparation time to read documentation and reports for the committee meeting.
- Writing up a summary report for DLR PPN members after the meeting (responsibility shared with other DLR PPN representatives on the committee)
- Linking in with DLR PPN members to feedback and discuss relevant matters – 1 meeting per quarter.
- Time to put together any policy positions, questions or submissions to the SPC.
- One-off induction training from DLR County Council.
- One-off induction training from DLR PPN.
- Up to 2 DLR PPN representatives meetings a year.
- Travel expenses covered.
DLR PPN Representatives with an induction to the Committee or Group clearly outlining the Terms of Reference for the Committee, Committee Standing Orders, how to have issues put on the agenda etc.
Representatives Network Meetings – These are opportunities to meet with and discuss strategy and experiences with fellow Representatives
DLR PPN Representatives Buddy System – Secretariat members are willing to offer assistance and provide insight based on their experiences and act as a point of contact for the representatives.
DLR PPN Network Manger – will assist in
- providing Representatives induction training
- circulating Representatives reports and seeking feedback from our members
- organising Representatives Network Meetings
- organising opportunities to seek and provide feedback to/from DLR PPN Members via Member Network Meetings and Linkage Group meetings
- circulating information
Some Useful Information and Governance Documents
- Thinking of becoming a DLR PPN Representative? Click here for more information
- Click here for the Proposed SPC Policy areas and representatives’ required skills/expertise.
- Click here for DLR PPN’s Election Policy.
- Download DLR PPN’s Representatives’ Charter here.
- The full details of the Strategic Policy Committee Scheme 2024-2029 will be share here once the Council approved the November minutes at the December meeting. We thank you for your understanding.
Contact Details: Name, Address, Phone Number and Email Address (only name and membership group will be published on a ballot paper. The remaining contact details will only be passed to dlr CoCo if you are deemed to be elected as a DLR PPN Representative.
Photo – It is recommended that you include a headshot photo with your nomination, this will be published on the ballot sheet.
Nominee Bio Questions
- Why does the nominee want to be a DLR PPN representative on this Strategic Policy Committee and what are they hoping to achieve? (150 words approx) – Please note this information will be shared with voters to inform them about the candidate. It will be shared as typed by you it will not be edited or corrected.
- What relevant skills, experience and expertise would the nominee bring to the role of DLR PPN representative and to this Strategic Policy Committee? (150 words approx) – Please note this information will be shared with voters to inform them about the candidate. It will be shared as written by you it will not be edited or corrected.
- Please mention any previous experience of representing people the nominee may have. (50 words approx) – Please note this information will be shared with voters to inform them about the candidate. It will be shared as written by you it will not be edited or corrected.
Nominee Declaration Questions
- The nominee has read the information about Strategic Policy Committees and understands their remit and purpose. This can be found here.
- The nominee has read the Draft DLR PPN Representative’s Charter, understands the requirements of the role and agrees to represent the PPN Membership in accordance with the Charter. This can be found here.
- The nominee confirms that they understand that they must seek the views of DLR PPN member groups and that they must represent all the membership groups not just their own group or personal views.
- If elected to be a DLR PPN Representative I undertake to attend the SPC meetings and provide a brief written report from each committee meeting I attend on the DLR PPN’s behalf. The report should provide a brief synopsis of any discussions at the meeting and the resulting decision using the PPN Reporting Template.
- If elected I am aware that the commitment is to represent DLR PPN on the SPC and to attend DLR PPN Network and DLR PPN Representatives Meetings.
- The nominee agrees to undertake training provided by the local authority and/or the PPN to support them in their role
If you have any questions about SPC’s or the role of a DLR PPN Representative, please get in touch with the DLR PPN Team at [email protected].