Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE
County Council in Eastern and Midland Region
Ireland
Dun Laoghaire/Rathdown, IE partners with local organizations on inclusive bike rental program
A dedicated rental facility at the Dun Laoghaire Harbour offers free bike rentals to people of all ages and abilities. Visitors with limited mobility can request rides on electric Trishaws pedaled by Cycling Without Age volunteers. Project operator The Bike Hub works with visitors to identify the right bike for their needs including handcycles and tandem bikes. County officials will use program feedback from the Coastal Mobility Route when planning future rental hubs.
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE
Ireland
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE conducts Ireland's largest smart accessible parking pilot
IoT sensors were installed at 37 accessible parking spaces for the one-year pilot. Real-time data from the sensor network is sent via Cellnex LoRaWAN to the Park Magic mobile app. Drivers easily search for open spaces in Dún Laoghaire with the app. Council officials identify accessibility infrastructure needs with IoT network data. This pilot advances the Smart Dún Laoghaire partnership between the council, researchers, and tech companies.
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE
Ireland
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE aims for sustainable growth with the FULL Management Capability Program
This business training program focuses on the pillars of Financial Understanding, Lean, and LIFT. Participants receive weekly mentoring from The Agile Executives and access to a free training app that improves financial prowess. A training unit called Lean for Leaders focuses on the Lean mindset of increased efficiency and decreased resource consumption. The council partners with LIFT Ireland to help businesses attract and retain top talent with welcoming workplaces.
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE
Ireland
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE enhances home safety for seniors with High Security Locks Scheme
The pilot scheme allows homeowners aged 65 and older to request replacement lock parts for exterior doors. Applicants work with contracted locksmiths to determine if existing locks are compatible with parts covered by the program. Council officials approved funding for replacement barrels and cylinders rather than new locks. This scheme doubles down on homeowner safety after a council survey found 93% of seniors considered themselves secure at home.
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE
Ireland
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE turns resident ideas into pilots through dlrBETA platform
Residents submit small-scale pilot ideas through a basic form on dlrBETA. This form asks for a one-line idea and a brief explanation of what problem is solved by the proposal. Council officials consider each proposal for a pilot of up to six months with ongoing evaluations for long-term feasability. The initial cohort of council-run trials included public bins for pizza boxes and a parklet in Sallynoggin.
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE
Ireland
Dun Laoghaire/Rathdown, IE tests affordable mobility option with YUKÕ Toyota Car Club
The council approved a four-month pilot with the Irish-based carshare program. Five local streets house Toyota hybrid sedans that are accessible by a mobile app during the trial. Commuters participate without upfront costs or monthly subscription fees and pay hourly driving rates of €9. This initiative further reduces the costs of using these vehicles with free on-street parking.
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE
Ireland
Dun Laoghaire/Rathdown, IE and BleeperBike undertake coastal bikesharing pilot during summer season
The council approved a pilot from July 2020 through September 2020. BleeperBike supplied 25 bikes within an operating area that included Booterstown, Blackrock, and Forty Foot. Visitors to coastal destinations in the pilot area used the BleeperBike app to unlock and return bikes. Each ride cost €1.00 per hour or €12.50 per month. The company reported monthly bike usage and service issues to the council.
Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown, IE
Ireland