Our City, Our Future - Have your say!

In the two previous development plans light rail was include as the preferred mode of public transport for Galway City, please include same into this plan.

A Chara,

Thank you for your recent consultation regarding the review of the Galway City Development Plan 2017-2023 and preparation of the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029. daa (Head Office, Dublin Airport, Co. Dublin) would have no comment to make.

Preamble:

Like so many other city’s in Europe, over the past few decades Galway has become enslaved to the motor car. With the publication of Buchanan & Partners LUTS study of 1999 which spread housing over a wider expanse into the county, we have become even more dependent on its use. Despite following the policy of building another bypass it is clear from new government thinking, that the adoption of more enlightened strategies such as  are contained inside the National Development Plan (NDP) and Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES), new ways of looking at planning policies are now needed.

Calls to cut down on long commutes and urban sprawl are not new, but they have become all the more pressing with the threat of climate change. However, Covid-19 has concentrated minds in a way that climate change has not yet. 

Included in the RSES is a Metropolitan Area Strategic Plan (MASP) for Galway and surrounding County settlements, which gives greater detail of how the overall objectives and policies of the NPF and RSES will be implemented at this sub regional level.

In Red are the Councils own headings, An Taisces  initial responses follow in each heading.

Future Growth Enabler 1.

Delivering a number of regeneration projects to extend and intensify the City Centre, including the Station, Docks and Headford Road areas

No Local Areas Plans have been created for the Docklands/ Ceannt Station, in the area bounded by Eyre Square, Prospect Hill and Foster Street or separately, the Dyke Road. This is despite Local Area Plans having been stated as an objective in the current Galway City Development Plan. This has led to piecemeal, developer led applications which are being assessed without good planning perspectives. Examples of this are that only an office block, a student residence/ and a hotel have progressed to planning stage in the dockland area (with only the office block under construction). The replacement of a democratically created Local Area Plan for the Docklands and Ceannt Station with a developer-created "framework plan" leaves no room for democratic inputs to the development of publicly owned lands in this area. The same is true of Nuns Island where NUIG has been allowed to create a local area plan which best serves it's own interests, but again is being put outside of the democratic process of local government. We understand that preparations are being made to engage consultants to draw up a comprehensive LAP for the Headford Road. That also a ‘Housing Needs Assessment’ and ‘Buildings Height Study’ are to written, again by consultants. These will hardly be ready for inclusion inside this current public consultation period?  

Future Growth Enabler 2.

Identifying infill and regeneration opportunities to intensify housing and employment development throughout inner suburban areas

There is no clear path to developing a Local Area Plan yet for the Dyke Road area. This is despite publicly announced plans for a major development on the Dyke Road to replace the Black Box and car park. As a consequence there is no LAP against which to assess developer-led proposals such as the student residences being proposed on the Headford Road near the Dyke Road,.

Future Growth Enabler 3.

Progressing the sustainable development of new greenfield areas for housing and the development of supporting public transport and infrastructure, such as at Ardaun 

A Local Area Plan was created for Ardaun but has gone nowhere. Ardaun represents a clear opportunity for residential area development close to Parkmore Business Park. However the LAP contains undeliverable access proposals such as the long-time proposed "Quality Bus Corridor" which was to go through Merlin Park Hospital / Merlin Lane and somehow get over the dual-carriageway. In the absence of clear plans for bus lanes to/ from Ardaun to the City Centre, Parkmore Business Park and Ballybrit Busines Park, Ardaun is not attractive to would be developers or residents. With a MASP now adopted by both City & County there is a need for development of an actual joint ‘plan’ that is democratically and openly agreed. Not behind closed doors?

Future Growth Enabler 4.

Improving access and sustainable transport links to, and integration with, the existing employment areas to the east of the City at Parkmore, Ballybrit and Mervue

No significant plans made for allocation of roads to bus/ light rail so city traffic will continue to be dominated by cars. The problems of traffic congestion into/ out of City centre cannot and will not be solved by a Ring Road which serves only to increase housing development on the outer suburbs of the city. The limited plans to prioritise public transport from the Cathedral to Forster Street, while a welcome start, will not lead to a significant conversion to public transport. At best the proportion of journeys on public transport which is on bus lanes will still be less than 15% which is not enough to reduce congestion by converting people to using public transport,. A more ambitious plan to increase the proportion of journeys on bus lanes from 15% to a minimum of 50% is needed.

How can the Development Plan contribute to the delivery of the SDGs should be one of the "Key Questions", but it isn't being asked.  How is the Ring Road going to deliver SDG 11 Climate Action, SDG 13 Sustainable Cities and Communities, and SDG 15 Life on Land for instance?

Future Growth Enabler 5. No input.

Future Growth Enabler 6.

Determining the sustainable future development of the Galway Airport site for employment and/or residential use together with supporting facilities and infrastructure 

Galway Airport has little strategic value as a business park as it is too small to be a business park. LIkewise it has no clear value for housing because it is too small to create a community. As a  park and ride it also has no clear value as there are not enough bus lanes from it to either the City Centre or Parkmore Business Park.

Future Growth Enabler 7.

Development of a strategic cycleway network with a number of high capacity flagship routes; Delivery of the Galway City Ring Road

The transport solutions are based on providing access for private cars, a solution which cannot work for a Medieval city. Conversion of a significant proportion of available road space to bus lanes is needed if the city is effectively grow it's population without even worse traffic congestion. The proposed Galway Ring Road/ Bypass (even if approved) is unlikely to be built for at least a decade. 

Future Growth Enabler 8.

Public realm and urban amenity projects, focused on streets and public spaces, particularly in support of an extended city centre area and where residential and employment areas can be linked to pedestrian routes

The proposed cross city link is an excellent proposal but needs to be expanded to include all of University Road through UCHG campus to connect with Seamus Quirke Road and College Road.

Future Growth Enabler 9.

Development of a strategic cycleway network with a number of high capacity flagship routes; Delivery of the Galway City Ring Road

There is no clear plan for cycle ways on all roads. A significant conversion from private cars to cycling will not happen until dedicated cycle paths existing on all roads, not just on some. The inherent risk of injury or fatality to cyclists remains the single biggest reason why Galway City has a very low proportion of cycle users.

Future Growth Enabler 10.

Ensuring that water supply and wastewater needs are met by new national projects to enhance Galway’s water supply and increase waste water treatment capacity

Regular contamination of Ballyloughane Beach, Claddagh Beach and the Claddagh Basin happens because untreated wastewater is not all being moved to Mutton Island Wastewater Treatment Plan. This happens at rainfall levels less than the storm water rainfalls allowed for under the EPA license. Extra treatment capacity is needed at either Mutton Island Wastewater Treatment Plan or existing plans for the East Galway Wastewater Treatment Plan need to be advanced.

Future Growth Enabler 11. Same issue as #10

Future Growth Enabler 12.

Improving sustainability in terms of energy, waste management and resource efficiency and water, to include district heating and water conservation 

There is no clear vision for a circular economy in Galway. Levels of recycling have not increased. Galway relies on exporting plastic rather than recycling. There has not been enough planning for people to reduce journeys and reduce energy consumption. There is no growth enabler for our green and blue spaces including areas of high biodiversity.”

Less use of chemical sprays and less cutting of grasses to protect the insect population. 

A Chara

To grow and prosper Galway City urgently needs a light rail system. Please include a light rail system in the 2023 - 2029 City Development Plan.

Don

Please try and include ultra light rail in the 2023 - 2029 City plan.

In relation to Section 6 on Climate Action. Please can we have a more permanent and less ugly solution to the flooding risk in the Spanish Arch. The current situation where we have a big inflatable (?) tube installed for half the year is just not good enough. It's ugly, unsafe, and blocks use of the seating areas around the Spanish Arch. It's an embarrassment for a city to have one of it's main public spaces presented in this manner. 

Thank you for your time and effort in resolving these and other issues. Galway is a wonderful city but we can make it better! 

Best wishes, 
Cadhla

Include Ultra Light Rail in the 2023-2029 City Plan.

Please refer to the submitted report.

Dear Sir or Madem,

Please include VLR very light rail for Galway in the 2023-2029 city Development Plan.

Regards,

Mike Matthews

Dear all,

I wish to make a submission on behalf of the Merlin Residents Association Ballybane Galway City east. Going forward with the city development plan 2023/2029 we would be greatfull if Galway City Council would take into consideration the lack of outdoor and indoor amenities in the Ballybane area for all age groups. 

With the onset of more residential development we feel this is essential to provide these amenities, as Ballybane is noted in external surveys and research as a large urban town we feel that Ballybane should have  it's own primary and secondary educational institutes, along with more after school facilities, public creches  services .

Kind regards Donal Lynch.

A Cyclepath from the city center right out to Menlo where kids can cycle safely

Set a target that every school should have (risk assessed) safe cycling within 3km and safe walking access for children aged 7 up within 2km of the school.

Set a target that every junction shall have dropped kerbs for the vulnereable.

Please include the light rail system in planning strategy.

John Flannery

Submission to the Galway City Development Plan: The Wild Atlantic Cycleway & Wildlife Corridor (Athlone - Oranmore - Galway Cycleway) and The Wild Atlantic Way Nature Walk: Galway.

Preamble:

I propose that the new Oranmore to Galway City Cycleway (the last part of the Athlone to Galway to Dublin Cycleway) should be situated, as much as possible, very close to the sea coast.  To accomplish this, the most obvious route for this transformative Galway Coastal Cycleway is the “Indicative Greenway Cycle Network” already marked on the current Galway City Development Plan Map (see here: (https://www.galwaycity.ie/uploads/downloads/development_plan/2017-2023/GalwayCityMap_Web.pdf). 

However, to facilitate off-road modes of transport (mobility) between Oranmore and Galway, and to protect the extremely sensitive coastline of the Roscam Peninsula from destructive excavation and construction works, in my proposal, the Oranmore to Galway Cycleway would take a straight route across the Roscam Peninsula as indicated by the GREEN ARROW in the attached PDF/map (the red arrows on this map mark the “Indicative Greenway Cycle Network” both east and west of the proposed route across the Peninsula).  The Wild Atlantic Cycleway & Wildlife Corridor: Galway as proposed will create a Cycleway that makes Galway, and Ireland, proud.

I further propose that the “indicative cycleway” around the Roscam Peninsula seen in the current City Development Plan becomes a Galway 2020 legacy project: a simple wooden Nature Walkway around the Peninsula (“The Wild Atlantic Way Nature Walk: Galway”).     

In the attached PDF, I describe the relevance of these two interrelated proposals to multiple “Strategic Issues” that have been raised and discussed in the “Issues” document here  

https://www.galwaycity.ie/uploads/downloads/development_plan/2023-2029/Galway%20CDP%20(2023-2029)%20Stage%201-Issues%20paper%20(Low%20Res).pdf

Briefly, some key points:

• Both of my Submission proposals will be a major Post-COVID boost for the Galway City Economy (“Economy Issue”) as they create two remarkable new GREEN tourist attractions for Galway
  • The Wild Atlantic Cycleway & Wildlife Corridor: Galway (Cycleway and GREENWAY from Oranmore to Galway)
  • The Wild Atlantic Way Nature Walk: Galway  (a wooden Nature friendly walkway around the Roscam Peninsula, passing by a Bronze Age Site and a 5th Century Monastic Site with its Round Tower (some parts ideally to be restored) and the beauty of the Roscam Peninsula’s Wild Atlantic Seacoast, with its surrounding wildlife, and expansive green spaces.   
• My Cycleway submission proposal clearly addresses Galway’s Transport and Sustainable Mobility “Issues” and challenges because The Wild Atlantic Cycleway & Wildlife Corridor: Galway will provide a transformative, direct, safe “off-road” cycling and walking route from Oranmore directly into the City Centre.  It is noted inclusion of a Cycleway all around the Peninsula is not feasible due to construction costs, heavy environmental impact consequences, and practicality for commuting (too long and too exposed to the elements).  I also show how, if this proposed Cycleway route is not firmly “planned” into this next new development plan, this route will be impossible within a year due to imminent interfering developments such as this https://www.galwaydaily.com/news/housing/plans-in-the-works-for-102-homes-in-rosshill/  and thereby this Cycleway will become an inexcusably dramatic “missed” opportunity for Sustainable Mobility, the Green Network and Biodiversity in Galway.   
• My submission represents a major addition to Galway’s Green Network and Biodiversity because the proposed The Wild Atlantic Cycleway & Wildlife Corridor: Galway incorporates, and thus preserves, a major existing GREEN WILDLIFE Corridor within the Continuous Galway Coastal Green Belt between Oranmore and Galway City Centre.  Furthermore, my proposal for The Wild Atlantic Way Nature Walk: Galway will provide a Family and Nature Friendly, wood-based walkway around the Roscam Peninsula passing the National Monument (with its Bronze Age and 5th Century Monastic Sites and Round Tower) and its natural green surrounds.

My submission’s two proposals also open significant possibilities for Education, Culture, and Community in East Galway by immediately facilitating public access to the Irish National Monument at Roscam, and, potentially, with time, to the large expanses of open Blue and Green spaces surrounding the Bronze Age and Monastic Sites.  Access to the National Monument will also immediately stimulate ideas on how some of the buildings of the Monastic Site can be restored and used for Cultural and Community events for many years to come.  “Public Access” to the Roscam Peninsula via The Wild Atlantic Way Nature Walk: Galway will also open its extensive and variable coastal areas to Galway City’s primary, secondary, third level students, thereby offering them unique Urban seascapes and landscapes and unparalleled opportunities for all types of nature, science, sustainability/climate education initiatives.      

Submission: The tidal pools at Salthill; a sustainable amenity and a health-focused facility that supports the wellbeing of the Galway community. 

We wish to make a submission  to  the Galway City Development Plan 2023 - 2029.

Context

The submission is offered in the context  of Ireland’s  National Planning Framework where 'public realm and urban amenity projects' are considered as  key growth enablers. 

We are requesting that the City Council repair and reopen the tidal pools in Salthill for public use, for the enjoyment of all. 

City Development Issues Paper - Strategic Issues

Under Galway City Council Issues Paper  (Development Plan), we believe that the refurbishment of the Salthill Pools falls under 2 key areas in the plan:  

1. Strategic Issue #7 - 'Community, Culture and Education' -  [pg.40]
2. Future Growth Enabler #8 [pg.11]

1. Strategic Issue #7- Community, Culture and Education

We are focusing on Strategic Issue #7 “Community, Culture and Education” of the Development Plan:

• "Sustainable neighbourhoods need to be supported by a range of community facilities that are accessible and adaptable into the future." [p.41]
• "Galway City is a member of the National Healthy Cities and Counties of Ireland Network which supports local authorities to implement actions to improve health and wellbeing at a local level. " [p.41]

A key question asked  from the City Council to the public:

• "What improved or additional community facilities would you like to see in your locality/ elsewhere in the city?" [p.43]

We strongly believe the refurbished tidal pools will provide a sustainable amenity and a health-focused facility that supports the wellbeing of the Galway community.

2. Future Growth Enabler #8 

Galway City Council have identified 12 Future Growth Enablers. Future Growth Enabler #8 concerns our submission:

• Public realm and urban amenity projects, focused on streets and public spaces, particularly in support of an extended city centre area and where residential and employment areas can be linked to pedestrian routes.

We hold the firm conviction that the proposed tidal pool will be a key future growth enabler. The renewed  tidal pools in Salthill will provide an invaluable  resource in the public realm for the people of Galway. Galwegians from across the entire city will use the pools, adding to the quality of life attractiveness of Galway in the future.

The Original Pools

Up until the late 1970s Salthill had two exceptional  tidal pools at The Ladies Beach. Galwegians of all ages swam at the pools daily. The pools became  a key community focal point for the area. They offered a safe and protected area to swim in the bay. They were eventually closed and filled in.  They continue to be greatly missed by many.

Why Now?

We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.  Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across the country generally. People are making the most of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The refurbished and reopened tidal pools would allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. The promenade allows for safe pedestrian access direct from the city centre and as far as the western end of Knocknacarra. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:

• Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers
• Children learning to swim
• Frail or nervous adult swimmers
• Differently-abled swimmers
• Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training
• Lifeguard and water safety training
• GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would provide an excellent  resource for people with disabilities and for those who are not able to swim in the open sea. It would also cater for the less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents would bring their children to the pools for lessons, imbuing the love of swimming in the next generation in the knowledge that they are bathing in a designated safe area.

Existing Examples

There are tidal pools serving local communities all over the world. Here are two examples in Ireland: Belmullet, Mayo and in Bundoran, Donegal, and several examples in the UK: Guernsey, Jersey and Wick. In addition, the Dún Laoghaire Baths in Co. Dublin, are currently under refurbishment, due to open in late 2021

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Belmullet Tidal Pool, courtesy “Belmullet Tidal Pool Shore Road” Facebook Page

The Salthill tidal pools already exist - we just need to repair and re-open them and make them safe for use by the public.

An aerial view of the Salthill Pools       The Pools, December 2020

Our submission: Re-opening the Salthill Tidal Pools

We ask  the City Council to refurbish and re-open the Salthill tidal pools. We believe this would require excavating the pools, repairing the sea walls and installing a passive water exchange system, railings and changing benches. We also ask the Council to consider extending the size of the pools to enable lane swimming and to extend the pier wall on the south side of the pools to provide a large sheltered stretch of water on the beach. 

The pools filled again, artists impression

We ask that  our submission be included  in the proposed Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029, the report to be published in April of 2021 which is to receive direction from elected members in July of 2021.

We are offering to coordinate community input to the Council into the detail of the repair and refurbishment of the pools.

Thank you for taking the time to read this submission. 

Yours sincerely,

Stephen Tummon

Ronan McGuire

Morgan McGuire

Include Ultra Light Rail in the 2023-2029 City Plan.

Please refer to attachment for submission from Galway Advocacy Council.

Please include Very Light Rail for Galway in the 2023-2029 City Plan.

Mark Geraghty

Customer Developer Coca-Cola Hellenic

Dear planners,

Please include Very Light Rail for Galway in the 2023-2029 City Plan. I feel it is very essential for our medieval city, it will move people in a very efficient way while preserving our heritage.

Ann Francis Coyne

Menlo Galway City.

To whom it may concern,

Please include Very Light Rail for Galway in the 2023- 2029 City plan.

Helen Honan

A chara.

Please include very light rail in the development plan for Galway city.

Let us be progressive and show leadership.

Is mise,

Margaret Francis

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

BRID MANIFOLD

For Traveller Related Issues:

[1] We want more culturally appropriate accommodation as the ones at the moment are overcrowded, ill-facilitated and not fit for purpose. We also believe our sites should not be hidden away from the public.

[2] A voice in the city council, perhaps an employed Traveller by the council who will engage with the traveller community on traveller relate issues.

[3] Targeted mental health funding for the Traveller community, I do not need to go into the horrendous statistics in relation to this.

[4] Cultural diversity training for all Galway City Council Staff (Including a module on Traveller Culture in this).

[5] We want Traveller Ethnicity Day to be a public holiday (This can be done immediately for City Council Staff), we would like if this was pursued nationally as well by the Council.

[6] Funding Schemes for disadvantaged groups (Technologies) similar to NUI Galway’s laptop loan scheme.

[7] We want to have a pride of place in Galway with our rich cultural heritage.

[8] We want a section of Galway City Museum to be dedicated entirely to Traveller History and Culture.

[9] We also want a Traveller Living exhibition at city hall, perhaps replacing one of the City Halls Cannons with a Wagon.

[10] We want at least two streets in the city renamed/decided to our heros, specifically Traveller Heros. Perhaps even a third called ‘Mincéirs Street’.

Thank you for taking the time to read this.

To whom it concerns, 

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever.

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.

Serving the Entire Community:

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers
-Children learning to swim
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers
-Differently-abled swimmers
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training
-Lifeguard and water safety training
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

Regards

Seamie

A Chara,

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever.

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers
-Children learning to swim
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers
-Differently-abled swimmers
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training
-Lifeguard and water safety training
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

Mise le meas,

Michelle Kearns

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them. 

Please include" Very Light Rail "for Galway in the 2023-2029 city Plan. Eileen Henihan.

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever.

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers
-Children learning to swim
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers
-Differently-abled swimmers
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training
-Lifeguard and water safety training
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

[1] We want more culturally appropriate accommodation as the ones at the moment are overcrowded, ill-facilitated and not fit for purpose. We also believe our sites should not be hidden away from the public.

[2] A voice in the city council, perhaps an employed Traveller by the council who will engage with the traveller community on traveller relate issues.

[3] Targeted mental health funding for the Traveller community, I do not need to go into the horrendous statistics in relation to this.

[4] Cultural diversity training for all Galway City Council Staff (Including a module on Traveller Culture in this).

[5] We want Traveller Ethnicity Day to be a public holiday (This can be done immediately for City Council Staff), we would like if this was pursued nationally as well by the Council.

[6] Funding Schemes for disadvantaged groups (Technologies) similar to NUI Galway’s laptop loan scheme.

[7] We want to have a pride of place in Galway with our rich cultural heritage.

[8] We want a section of Galway City Museum to be dedicated entirely to Traveller History and Culture.

[9] We also want a Traveller Living exhibition at city hall, perhaps replacing one of the City Halls Cannons with a Wagon.

[10] We want at least two streets in the city renamed/decided to our heros, specifically Traveller Heros. Perhaps even a third called ‘Mincéirs Street’.

Wider sidewalk.

On Newcastle Road between Dangan Heights and Circular Road the "sidewalk" is very narrow (around 1m wide) which is dangerous as people need to walk close to the busy road. (See attached screenshot)

Currently it is impossible to pass people (forget about maintaining social distance).

There is plenty of space to make this sidewalk wider, it could be moved closer to the wall leaving green space between sidewalk and the road.

It would be also good to have a pedestrian crossing in that area (remember that there is a school there and many people walk there)

Dear Planners

I think the Salthill pools should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Please include them in your plans.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. I believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.
Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive.I enjoyed using them in my childhood days. I would be delighted to use them again now with my grandchildren.

They look dreadful, an eyesore in our beautiful city.

Give Salthill a present, refurbish and reopen them.

Ann Francis Coyne

To whom it concerns,

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever.

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers
-Children learning to swim
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers
-Differently-abled swimmers
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training
-Lifeguard and water safety training
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

Yours faithfully, 

Sharon Allman

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

This petition will support our application to Galway City Council under the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 to reopen the pools.

Dear council,

I am 21 and a young man looking to develop his local amenities. Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

This petition will support our application to Galway City Council under the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 to reopen the pools.

We really appreciate every signature. 

Let's hope we'll be swimming in the tidal pools in the future.

Hi. 

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever.

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

I think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. I believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:

-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers

-Children learning to swim

-Weak or nervous adult swimmers

-Differently-abled swimmers

-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training

-Lifeguard and water safety training

-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

Thanks

Frank Kane

A Chara

Please include Very Light Rail for Galway in the 2023-2029 City Plan

Mise le meas,

Anne Donnellan

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

Good morning

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever.

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers
-Children learning to swim
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers
-Differently-abled swimmers
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training
-Lifeguard and water safety training
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

Yours sincerely

Eileen Cameron

Please include Very Light Rail for Galway in the 2023-2029 City Plan.

Pat Linda and Emma Moran

To Whom It May Concern:

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

This petition will support our application to Galway City Council under the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 to reopen the pools.

We really appreciate every signature. 

Let's hope we'll be swimming in the tidal pools in the future.

I think the salthill tidal  pools should be restored. Would be fantastic amenity particularly for families with young children. 

Regards

Sarah

Please include very light rail for Galway in the 20 23–20 29 city plan.

Eleanor Maher, Galway

Please find attached a copy of TII’s submission on the Review of the Galway City Development Plan, 2017 – 2023.

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

Can you please show your support or atleast open up a forum for discussion, this is a perfect opportunity to enhance galway beyond the beautiful city and county it is without having to compromise its character. Proper support from the relevant authorities is needed. PLEASE SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

Let's hope we'll be swimming in the tidal pools in the future.

Morgan, Ronan, Stephen, Chris

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

This petition will support our application to Galway City Council under the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 to reopen the pools.

We really appreciate every signature. 

Let's hope we'll be swimming in the tidal pools in the future.

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever.

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers
-Children learning to swim
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers
-Differently-abled swimmers
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training
-Lifeguard and water safety training
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

This petition will support our application to Galway City Council under the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 to reopen the pools.

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever.

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again.

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools.

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including:

-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers

-Children learning to swim

-Weak or nervous adult swimmers

-Differently-abled swimmers

-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training

-Lifeguard and water safety training

-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

Yours respectfully,

Mark Siggins

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

This petition will support our application to Galway City Council under the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 to reopen the pools.

We really appreciate every signature. 

Let's hope we'll be swimming in the tidal pools in the future. most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

This petition will support our application to Galway City Council under the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 to reopen the pools.

We really appreciate every signature. 

Let's hope we'll be swimming in the tidal pools in the future.

Tomás Breathnach

Sea swimming is at an all-time high in Galway and across all of Ireland, and people are making the most out of the outdoors now more than ever. 

The tidal pools in Salthill have been left unused for several decades. They were once full of life, being enjoyed by Galwegians of all ages for swimming.

We think they should be reopened so they can be enjoyed by the community once again. 

Tidal pools allow members of the public to swim in a protected area, whilst being right by the sea. We believe now is the perfect time for Salthill to reopen the tidal pools. 

Serving the Entire Community

Tidal pools are safe, durable, inexpensive, and serve a large part of the local community including: 
-Recreational swimmers, including winter swimmers 
-Children learning to swim 
-Weak or nervous adult swimmers 
-Differently-abled swimmers 
-Swimming, Water Polo and Triathlon club training 
-Lifeguard and water safety training 
-GAA, Soccer and Rugby post-training recovery 

The tidal pools would in particular be a fantastic resource for those with disabilities, who are not currently able to swim in the sea. It would also cater to less confident swimmers who are looking for a safe, sheltered area in which to swim. Parents could bring their children to the pools for lessons and to imbue the love of swimming in the next generation, in the knowledge that they are in a safe area.

There are tidal pools in seaside towns all over the world, it is quite normal to have them. And the Salthill Pools already exist - we just need to refurbish and reopen them.

This petition will support our application to Galway City Council under the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029 to reopen the pools.

We really appreciate every signature. 

Let's hope we'll be swimming in the tidal pools in the future.