Some councillors say the money would be better spent on existing sporting facilities and housing, especially when a white water rafting centre is already planned for the area.
It would be located near the planned white water rafting facility in the city.
Dublin City Council says this would develop Custom House Quay into a hub for water based recreational activity.
The council will present the plan to councillors next week for their views.
JP Nolan Return Boost For Wicklow Who Remain Unchanged For Tailteann Test At Croker
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CBS News Highlight Greystones' Efforts To Shield Children From Dangers Of Mobile Phones
CBS News has shone an international spotlight on Greystones after featuring local schools' pioneering efforts to protect children from the harmful effects of smartphones and social media. The report focused on the town's "It Takes a Village" initiative, which encourages parents to delay giving children smartphones and promotes healthier alternatives to screen time.
Uisce Eireann Issue Appeal With A Third Of Irish People Disengaged With Water Conservation
The appeal follows the warm spell in May when more than 680 million litres of water was used in the Dublin area alone in a single day
Wicklow Shoppers Urged To Check Ready Meals Following Recall
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Former Donard Health Centre Secured For Community Use
This boost for the village is an important step in supporting community life and rural sustainability in west Wicklow.
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