On the PROPOSAL of Cllr Leyden

SECONDED by Cllr Keogh

It was AGREED to approve the following Chief Executive Recommendations:

Recommendation No 44

·        Include a new Policy Objective in Volume I, Chapter 6 (Economic Development), Section 6.7 (Tourism), page 80, as follows:

ED 6.28 - Support the preparation and implementation of Regional Tourism Plans in the County Development Plan, to support the continued collaboration with Fáilte Ireland and tourism stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and delivery of these tourism plans.

Recommendation No 46

·        Include the following paragraph in Volume I, Chapter 4 (Towns and Villages), Section 4.9 (Town Centre Living), pg. 58: 

The Night-Time Economy is a significant contributor to the economic performance of town centres, however, its full potential to the vitality and viability of town centres has, traditionally, been underutilised owing to rigid trading hours and singularity of uses operating during the day. The Council recognises the need to encourage a range of vibrant uses to promote the evening economy, whilst also taking into consideration the recreational and amenity needs of local residents.    

Recommendation No 47

·        Include the following new policy objective in Volume I, Chapter 4 (Towns and Villages), Section 4.9 (Town Centre Living), page 59 and amend all subsequent policy objective numbers accordingly:

Support proposals for development involving evening and late-night commercial, retail, cultural, food and beverage or entertainment uses within, or immediately adjacent to, town centres where it can be demonstrated that the development will enhance the character and function of the area.

Recommendation No 48

·        Make the following amendments to the introductory paragraph of Section 6.7 (Tourism) in Volume I, Chapter 6 (Economic Development), page 77:

County Roscommon is rich in history and heritage, and benefits from a range of popular attractions such as the Rathcroghan Archaeological Complex, Lough Key Forest and Activity Park, The Beara Breifne Way, Roscommon Castle, Clonalis House, Arigna Mining Experience and Strokestown Park House, Gardens and National Famine Museum, attracting both national and international visitors.

Recommendation No 49

·        Make the following amendments to paragraph 5 of Section 6.7 (Tourism) in Volume I, Chapter 6 (Economic Development), page 77:

In 2018 Fáilte Ireland launched Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands regional tourism brand. Working with Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, Roscommon County Council will build on the tourism assets of the county to create key visitor experiences and unique tourism offerings for the visitor. The implementation of the Shannon Tourism Master Plan and the Tourism Masterplan for the Beara-Breifne will enable the development of these two key resources within the wider region, both of which traverse County Roscommon. The Council will continue to work Working with all partners and the industry, to further increase the brand recognition of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands will become a recognisable brand, with both domestic and international appeal.”

Recommendation No 45

On the PROPOSAL of Cllr Shanagher

SECONDED by Cllr. Keogh

It was AGREED to include the following new policy objective Volume I, Chapter 4 (Towns and Villages),  Section 4.2 (Placemaking), page 52 and amend all subsequent policy objective numbers accordingly: 

TV 4.6 - Promote enhanced and increased public realm opportunities including the shared use of spaces, for outdoor experiences, with a priority on pedestrian usage and designs to accommodate people with disabilities