€3 million investment in 27 Active Travel projects in Mayo
MINISTER of State Alan Dillon has announced that €3 million has been allocated for 27 Active Travel projects across County Mayo.
The funding, approved by the National Transport Authority (NTA) and awarded to Mayo County Council, will significantly enhance walking and cycling infrastructure in towns and villages countywide.
Said Minister Dillon: “This funding will ensure many of Mayo’s towns and villages are equipped with modern, safe and accessible Active Travel infrastructure. These projects will support healthier and more sustainable travel options, benefiting communities across the county.”
He added: “I want to commend Mayo County Council for their work in securing this funding. These projects will create safer, more connected communities, encouraging walking and cycling as attractive travel options for everyone.”
Minister Dillon also emphasised the importance of the Safe Routes to School initiative: “Safe routes to school mean parents can feel confident their children are walking or cycling in a secure environment, promoting independence and healthier lifestyles.
“Providing safe, accessible pathways for children to get to school is a key step toward building healthier, more sustainable towns. These routes are about investing in the safety and future of our children and adults alike.”
Key projects include the following.:
Westport-Belmullet Municipal District:
• Westport Deerpark Active Travel Scheme: €100,000
• Knockranny to Westport Train Station Active Travel Scheme: €90,000
• Ballycroy & Achill Sound Footpath Schemes: €35,000
Safe Routes to School (SRTS):
• Holy Trinity NS: €30,000
• Murrisk NS: €30,000
• Quay NS: €30,000
Castlebar Municipal District:
• Castlebar Orbital Route Active Travel Scheme: €275,000
• Castlebar Turlough Road Footpath: €135,000
• Brooklands Close Filtered Permeability: €150,000
• Castlebar R373 Active Travel Scheme: €80,000
Safe Routes to School (SRTS):
• Davitt College: €10,000
• Scoil Raifteiri: €10,000
Claremorris Municipal District:
• Ballinrobe Urban Greenway: €50,000
• N60 Claremorris Cycle Scheme: €10,000
Safe Routes to School (SRTS):
• Cong NS: €250,000
• Ballinrobe Community School: €135,000
• Claremorris BNS: €30,000
• Scoil Iosa NS, Ballyhaunis: €210,000
• St. Joseph’s NS, Ballinrobe: €40,000
Ballina Municipal District:
• Ballina Creggs Road Active Travel Scheme: €200,000
• Killala Town Active Travel Scheme: €50,000
Safe Routes to School (SRTS):
• Carn National School, Moygownagh: €200,000
Other Areas/Multi-District Allocations
• Active Travel Team Salary Costs: €400,000
• Active Travel Programme Office Costs: €20,000
• SRTS HSRR Projects (8 schools): €190,000