COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF TERENURE-RATHFARNHAM AREA COMMITTEE (2)

Tuesday, April 08, 2008

QUESTION NO 4.

QUESTION: Councillor C. Keane

"To ask the Manager for an update on my request to have Slí na Slainte Routes implemented in the TRAC area in designated areas?"

REPLY:

Slí Na Sláinte is a simple and innovative scheme developed by the Irish Heart Foundation to encourage people of all ages and abilities to walk for leisure and good health. It uses attractive signage at Kilometer intervals on established walking routes. In addition to letting people know the distance they walk, the signs are designed to encourage people to walk more frequently and to enjoy the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.  Currently there are 6 routes in South Dublin which include 2 virtual routes.

In order for a route to become sustainable and approved the Slí Na Sláinte must be implemented in partnership with a community and (optional) other appropriate commercial organisations, and become part of the approved list of Slí routes. A Sli Development Team must be set up to include members of the community, and South Dublin County Council.  The group must then get a scale map of the area where your proposed route is located and highlight your chosen route – giving an estimate of the route length and signs needed along the route. When the group has reached this stage the Irish Heart foundation will meet with the appropriate representatives to discuss implementation / inauguration of the route.