Council Meeting 5 August 2025

Full Council

1. The Mayor’s Business

2. Apologies

3. Declaration of Members’ Interests

4. Minutes of The Council Meeting held Thursday 26 June 2025 (redacted copy attached)

5. Minutes of Special Planning Committee meeting held Wednesday 21 May 2025 (copy attached)

6. Minutes of Planning Committee meeting held Wednesday 28 May 2025 (copy attached)

7. Finance Committee Report

   7.1 Period 2 Management Accounts (report attached)

8. Corporate Policy and Resources Committee Report

   8.1 Section 75 Annual Progress Report to Equality Commission for NI (report attached)

9. Matters for reporting to the Partnership Panel

10. Conferences

11. Correspondence (report attached)

12. Consultation Schedule (copy attached)

13. Seal Documents

   (i) Grave Registry Certificates, No’s 6008 to 6034 inclusive;

   (ii) Grave Certificates 5954 and 433 (LBC) (Retrospective)

   (iii) The Department of Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs and Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council 20 Year Licence at Downhill Forest North (Retrospective)

   (iv) Release of charge - Roe Valley Community Property Limited (Retrospective)

   (v) Licence Agreement for the Temporary use of Council lands in connection with The 153rd Open 2025 (Royal Portrush) – Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council and Royal & Ancient Championships Limited (L&PSC 250527 /CP&R 250527 /CM 250603) (Retrospective)

   (vi) Purchase of 57 Castle Street, Ballycastle – Conveyance of Fee Farm Grant (L&P 250507/CP&R 250527/CM 250603) (Retrospective)

   (vii) Commercial lease, Units 4&5 The Diamond Centre Coleraine (L&D 240416, CM 240507, L&PSC 240605, CP&R 240625, CM 240627) (Retrospective)

14. Notice of Motion proposed by Alderman Stewart, seconded by Councillor Kane

That this council will assess the need for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points across the Borough. This review will consider the growing number of residents who own or are considering owning electric vehicles, as well as the needs of tourists visiting the area who may hire electric cars. It will also address the potential for charging points at leisure centres, community halls, and civic buildings, such as the Cloonavin and Riada House. The motion further aims to evaluate the Council's fleet requirements and the infrastructure needed at depots to support a transition to zero-emission vehicles, in line with government targets. Additionally, the review will focus on the availability of charging stations in car parks, both for short- and long-stay parking, and those located near popular tourist destinations. The motion aims to ensure that the Borough is equipped to meet the future demand for electric vehicle infrastructure and comply with national environmental goals.

15. Notice of Motion proposed by Councillor McShane, seconded by Councillor Peacock

That this Council recognises that across our borough, pavement parking continues to create daily barriers, particularly for wheelchair users, blind and partially sighted people, older adults, and for pram and pushchair users.

Although enforcement powers currently lie with the Department for Infrastructure, we as a Council have the power and responsibility to lead a cultural change through education, visibility, leadership, and strong messaging.

This Council, therefore, resolves to endorse #ShareThePath, a social media-only campaign, led by the role of Council's Diversity Ambassador with support from the Chief Executive and all elected members, to:

• Highlight the real-life impact of pavement parking

• Empower drivers to make respectful choices

• Encourage civic pride and accessibility for all.

FOR CONFIDENTIAL CONSIDERATION (Item 16-16.2 inclusive)

16. Leisure and Development Committee Report

16.1 Burnfoot Changing Pavilion Tender report (report attached)

Addendum Sport & Wellbeing MUGA Tender Awards (report attached)

16.2 Growth Deal – Centre for Food & Drug Discovery (University of Ulster) (report attached)