Public Consultation – Rinville Park Sustainable Development Plan
Closing Date for Submissions: 27 July 2025
Co-Designing the Future of Rinville Park, Oranmore
Galway County Council, supported by Cunnane Stratton Reynolds (CSR), ACT, and Enviroplan, has launched a public engagement process to help co-design the Rinville Park Sustainable Development Plan.
This initiative invites local residents, community groups, park users, and stakeholders to share their views and priorities for the future of Rinville Park, one of Oranmore’s most valued public spaces.
The consultation will run throughout 2025 and include multiple opportunities for public engagement and feedback.
Consultation Period
Opens: 3 July 2025
Closes: 27 July 2025 (inclusive for this phase)
About the Project
The Rinville Park Sustainable Development Plan will guide the future enhancement of the park, with a focus on sustainability, accessibility, community use, and biodiversity. The goal is to ensure that any future improvements reflect the needs and aspirations of the local community while protecting the unique character of the park.
The project team will be engaging with Oranmore-based stakeholders throughout the remainder of 2025 through on-site visits, community outreach, and formal consultation events.
Community Engagement
A series of public engagement events is planned, beginning in July 2025. The first session is scheduled as follows:
Location: Oranmore Library, Main Street, Oranmore
Date: Thursday, 3 July 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
All members of the community are welcome to attend to learn more about the plan and share their thoughts on Rinville Park.
Engagement Platform
This platform will be updated regularly to:
Share project progress and key milestones
Announce upcoming stakeholder and community engagement events
Provide opportunities for community feedback and collaboration
Whether you are a resident, local business owner, park visitor, or community representative, your input is welcomed and encouraged.
How to Participate
Feedback on this phase of the project may be submitted directly at the consultation events or through the official online platform until 27 July 2025.
To stay informed and involved, please visit the official Galway County Council consultation page.
Photography Credit: Professor Chaosheng Zhang
Issued by: Galway County Council
In partnership with: ACT, Cunnane Stratton Reynolds (CSR), and Enviroplan
Issued: 3 July 2025
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