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What LCDC Representative Positions are available?

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What LCDC Representative Positions are available?

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There are 3 Vacancies:
1 Social Inclusion
1 Community & Voluntary
1 Environmental

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What kind of skills or expertise do you need as a representative?

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What kind of skills or expertise do you need as a representative?

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A high level of understanding, knowledge, and experience of at least one of the PPN colleges (community, social inclusion, or environment) and how they relate to local government.  Knowledge of committees, their roles, and functions. Understanding of the LECP and its statutory function. A high level of communication and interpersonal skills.

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1 Representative: Community & Voluntary

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Word Document Version of Nomination Form

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Word Document Version of Nomination Form

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1 Representative: Environment

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1 Representative: Community & Voluntary

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1 Meeting, every second month. 5.30pm over Teams
Liaising/attending the relevant Linkage Group
The term runs for the same term as the Council. This term of office will end in 2024

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1 Meeting, every second month. 5.30pm over Teams
Liaising/attending the relevant Linkage Group
The term runs for the same term as the Council. This term of office will end in 2024

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Policy areas or themes that may be covered by this SPC

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Policy areas or themes that may be covered by this SPC

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Flood Relief Policy, Flood Defence Strategy, Environmental Impact Studies, Waste

Management  Plans,  Burial  Grounds  and Cemeteries Policy, Recycling Strategies, Sustainable Development Policy, Street Cleaning Policy, Litter Control Policy, Drainage and Waste Water Treatment Plan, Parks & Open  Spaces Policy, Agricultural Policy, Climate Change

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1 Representative: Community & Voluntary

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1 Meeting, every second month. 5.30pm over Teams
Liaising/attending the relevant Linkage Group
The term runs for the same term as the Council. This term of office will end in 2024

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Policy areas or themes that may be covered at this SPC

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Policy areas or themes that may be covered at this SPC

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Arts Policy,  Arts Grants, Community Grants, Sports Grants, Creative Ireland Plan, Library  Service  Policy,  Fire  Service  Policies  and  Strategies  and  Public  Safety, Safety  of Structures  and  Places,  Social  Inclusion  and  Community Activation Programme, Arts and Culture Development, Sports Facility Policy, Event Management Policy, Street Trading and Markets Policy, Development Contributions Scheme, UNESCO Learning Cities, Events, Glow

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Policy areas or themes that may be covered by this SPC

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Policy areas or themes that may be covered by this SPC

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Reports from Visits, Twinning requests, Events, Christmas Celebrations, St Patrick’s Day, Fleadh Cheol, SeaFest, EU Funding Programmes, Tourism Development, Marketing and City Promotion

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For further information on the SPC please refer to the "Adopted Strategic Policy Committee 2019-24"

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For further information on the SPC please refer to the "Adopted Strategic Policy Committee 2019-24"

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ADOPTED STRATEGIC POLICY COMMITTEE SCHEME 2019-2024

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What Joint Policing Representative Positions are available?

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What Joint Policing Representative Positions are available?

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1 Environmental
There are 6 PPN JPC Reps in total

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What is the Joint Policing Committee (JPC)?

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What is the Joint Policing Committee (JPC)?

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The function of the JPC is set out in section 36 (2) of the Garda Síochána Act, Garda Siochana (Policing Authority and Miscellaneous Provisions)Act, 2015 which states:

"The joint policing committee's function is to serve as a forum for consultations, discussions and recommendations on matters affecting the policing of the local authority's administrative area”

To keep under review:

the level and patterns of crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour in that area (including the patterns and levels of misuse of alcohol and drugs),

the factors underlying and contributing to the levels of crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour in the area

Advise the local authority concerned and the Garda Síochána on how they might best perform their functions having regard to the need to do everything feasible to improve the safety and quality of life and to prevent crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour within the area

Arrange and host public meetings concerning matters affecting the policing of the local authority's administrative area

co-ordinate the activities of the local policing for an established in accordance with the guidelines issued under Section 35.

Section 37 (1) provides:

"A local authority shall, in performing its functions, have regard to the importance of taking steps to prevent crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour within its area of responsibility."

As a result of the work of the committees and sub-committees, decisions which are made by any of the interests represented on the committee or subcommittee should be more informed by the discussion of local needs and circumstances.

In particular, the JPC will act as a mechanism through which the local authority can have a role in conveying information and views to Garda Divisional and District officers to assist them in the formulation and operation of their annual policing plans and, secondly, Garda Divisional and District officers can convey information and views to the local authority to assist them in carrying out their duties, functions and activities

The matters to be considered by the committees and subcommittees might include traffic, vandalism, anti-social behaviour, underage drinking, casual trading, litter, planning for events attracting large crowds, community-based crime prevention initiatives, Garda Divisional and District annual policing plans and local authority initiatives

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What kind of skills or expertise do you need as a representative?

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What kind of skills or expertise do you need as a representative?

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Engagement in issues of community safety, community networks and support, interest in Neighbourhood watch or similar, membership or representation of a marginalised or vulnerable community of interest or geography, youth work.

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What LCDC Representative Positions are available?

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What LCDC Representative Positions are available?

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There are 3 Vacancies:
1 Social Inclusion
1 Community & Voluntary
1 Environmental

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4 afternoon meetings per year, in City Hall. One is held in public.

There are optional sub-groups that reps can volunteer to participate on:
Community Safety Forums, District Safety meetings

The term runs for the same term as the Council. This term of office will end in 2024

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LCDCs are responsible for:

co-ordinating, planning and overseeing local and community development funding

bringing a more joined-up approach to the running of local and community development programmes and interventions

pursuing an integrated approach to local community based services across providers and delivery structures

promoting meaningful citizen and community engagement in the planning and evaluation of development programmes

pursuing a more cost-efficient administration of local and community development programmes and delivery structures

matching resources to priorities

ensuring better value for money in the management and delivery of programmes

focusing on learning and feedback, enhancing the links between services delivery and policy development

pursuing opportunities for additional funding for the area, whether exchequer, EU, private or other sources

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What kind of commitment is involved with the LCDC?

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What kind of commitment is involved with the LCDC?

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There is a meeting at 4.00 p.m. Thursday and it is available via TEAMS and In-Person in City Hall. Members may also wish to participate in Sub-groups of the LCDC and this may entail an additional time commitment that is optional.

The LCDC Reps serve a three (3) year term with the option to serve a second three (3) year term if agreeable to both the representative and committee.

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Representatives serving on this committee report a higher than average satisfaction rate with their experience as representatives. The two eligible representatives who have served one term have opted to serve a second three (3) year term.

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What Secretariat positions are available?

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What Secretariat positions are available?

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There are six (6) Secretariat Positions Available:
2 Community & Voluntary
2 Social Inclusion
2 Environment

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Cork City Council

An Garda Síochána

Seanad Eireann

Dáil Eireann

Cork Business Association

Public Participation Network

There are 6 PPN JPC Reps in total.

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What kind of skills or expertise do you need as a representative?

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What kind of skills or expertise do you need as a representative?

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A high level of understanding, knowledge, and experience of at least one of the PPN colleges (community, social inclusion, or environment) and how they relate to local government.  Knowledge of committees, their roles, and functions. Understanding of the LECP and its statutory function. A high level of communication and interpersonal skills.

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The Secretariat governs & supports the work of the Public Participation Network between Plenary (member group) meetings.

There are 9 Secretariat members, three (3) from each college: community & voluntary, social inclusion, and environment. The Secretariat works in a "Flat Structure". One key feature of this is the "Rotating Facilitator" All Secretariat Members should have an opportunity to serve as "Rotating Facilitator".

There are opportunities to sit on sub-groups or working groups: such as HR Liaison, Governance, Finance and individual projects.

The Secretariat develop the work plan and budget and present this to the Plenary for approval. They oversee and support the staff to carry out the work plan and spend the budget during the year through the HR Liaison Sub-group.

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What kind of commitment is involved with the Secretariat?

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What kind of commitment is involved with the Secretariat?

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There is one meeting per month with a break in Summer and December. These meetings are online and in the evening and usually last between 1.5 hours to 2 hours.

The Secretariat delivers two (2) in-person Plenary Meetings (like an AGM) with the support of the Staff. There are two plenaries per year in June and November. Ideally, all Secretariat members would attend the Plenary, and the meeting is chaired by the outgoing "Rotating Facilitator".

In-between meetings the Secretariat may receive 1-3 emails per week. Most of these are information-only emails. Depending on their sub-group membership, they may receive emails where they need to take action or make a decision or a contribution. The staff support their decision-making through research and presenting briefs to aid this decision-making.

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What are the benefits to volunteering on this committee? 

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What are the benefits to volunteering on this committee? 

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Personal growth and capacity building

Access to training and support

Networking and connecting to others

Representing your college on the Secretariat and being a guiding voice in the future of the development of the Public Participation Network, Cork City.

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https://form.jotform.com/corkcityppn/lcdc-nomination-form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer)

This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer) This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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https://form.jotform.com/corkcityppn/secretariat-nomination-form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer)

This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer) This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer)

This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer) This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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For further information on the SPC please refer to the "Adopted Strategic Policy Committee 2019-24"

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For further information on the SPC please refer to the "Adopted Strategic Policy Committee 2019-24"

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ADOPTED STRATEGIC POLICY COMMITTEE SCHEME 2019-2024

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For further information on the SPC please refer to the "Adopted Strategic Policy Committee 2019-24"

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For further information on the SPC please refer to the "Adopted Strategic Policy Committee 2019-24"

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ADOPTED STRATEGIC POLICY COMMITTEE SCHEME 2019-2024

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer)

This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Joint Policing Committee Nomination Form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer) This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer)

This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer) This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer)

This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Strategic Policy Committee Nomination Form

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Authorisation from Organisation of Nominee (Authorised Officer) This nomination must be authorised by the nominee's organisation. The Authorised Officer is the organisation's Chairperson. If the Chairperson and Nominee is the same person, this nomination needs to be authorised by a different office holder.

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Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) Nominations Summary

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Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) Nominations Summary

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Strategic Policy Committee Nominations Summary

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Strategic Policy Committee Nominations Summary

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Strategic Policy Committee Nominations Summary

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Joint Policing Committee Nomination Summary

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Joint Policing Committee Nomination Summary

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Joint Policing Committee Nomination Summary

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Current list of Representatives November 2022

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Current list of Representatives November 2022