Coats for the controversial white-water rafting centre proposed for George’s Dock have risen to €25 million as Dublin City Council seeks expressions of interest in the contract.
RTÉ News reports on the latest figures release by the council which show an additional €2 million in costs since the project was approved over a year ago.
The council documents also advise would-be contractors that the scheme remains “subject to funding” following issues that emerged last year.
In December the council said it “remains hopeful” of securing the funds required despite the State rejecting a grant application that would have covered a quarter of its costs.
The ‘elite’ white water rafting circuit was first mooted in early 2018 when a design tender was issued as part of redevelopment plans for George’s Dock, adjacent to the IFSC in the city centre.
City councillors were presented with plans in January 2019, with costs estimated at €12 million for a facility serving ‘elite kayak slalom’ squads, as well as training for emergency services besides potential recreational use.
Then Dublin Lord Mayor Nial Ring described the scheme as a “white elephant”.
RTÉ News has much more on the story HERE.
