Rathcoole Tidy Towns submission

Hi, as secretary of Rathcoole Tidy Towns, we would like to comment that we are disappointed that there is no inclusion of any action item in relation to development of the current Coilte walks in the Saggart Hills or in relation to Brittas ponds fishery . These facilities are already in place the only restriction being lack of parking space and accessibility , with small investment, these could become excellent recreational facilities. For example The Slade Valley golf club with excellent parking and catering facilities is directly beside the Slievethoul Trial and with little or no investment could become a mini bus drop of point, and focal point for walkers and families wishing to explore the Hills. We also would like to take issue with the statement that the Slade Valley Greenway cannot have any work done on it as part of the new plan, due to land acquisition issues. The Greenway from Rathcoole park through Saggart to the Slade road is already in place, and Uisce Eireann have assured us that they will complete their section of the greenway and associated planting around the new Saggart Reservoir in 2024. We would suggest that a circular walkway could be developed around Rathcoole and Saggart for the lower portion of the Greenway. while discussion with landowners further up the valley is underway.