Leitrim County Council allocated €265,648 funding under ORIS for Outdoor Recreation Projects
Seven Projects awarded funding to Leitrim County Council under 2024/2025 ORIS Funding Scheme
Minister Calleary announces funding of €265,648 today to Leitrim County Council to support seven projects under 2024/2025 ORIS Programme. This funding is part of a larger funding announcement of €8.7 million to deliver 221recreational based projects nationwide through the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS).
The funding announced today is in respect of Measure 1 (small scale repair and development of recreational infrastructure) and the Project Development Measure of the Scheme.
The 221 projects announced today cover every county and include enhancement works on walking and cycling trails, improvements to signage, provision of parking and trail furniture, and support for the marketing and promotion of our outdoor recreational facilities.
The seven projects being funded through Leitrim County Council are as follows:
- Explore development of a new walking trail at Dromore (€45,000)
- Explore development of a new walking trail from Spencer Harbour to Drumkeerin (€45,000)
- Biodiversity landscaping at Acres Lake (€40,000)
- Upgrade of Lough Yugan amenity (€40,000)
- Upgrade to Old Coach Road walking trail (€16,718)
- Upgrade and repair to Sheemore walking trail (€38,970)
- Upgrade and resurface a section of the pathway at Barr of Farrow, on the Leitrim Way (€39,960)
Announcing the successful projects today, Minister Calleary said:
“Investment in the outdoors is so important to us all from a physical and mental health perspective. I am very happy to be making this announcement today which will see over a wide range of capital projects developed and delivered all across the country, adding to our already impressive outdoor recreation offering.
“The Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme continues to deliver on the commitments in Our Rural Future and the National Outdoor Recreation Strategy, ‘Embracing Ireland’s Outdoors’, and builds on unprecedented levels of investment in the sector in recent years.”
Speaking at the announcement, Minister of State with special responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Jerry Buttimer T.D., said:
“I very much welcome today’s announcement which sees a further 221 projects brought to fruition through the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. Funding provided under this scheme continues to deliver and enhance our recreational offering which is of huge importance to us from a community wellbeing perspective, as well as being a catalyst for tourism in rural areas.
“I want to commend the various community groups who collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and enhance recreational amenities in their locality.”
Cathaoirleach of Leitrim County Council, Councillor Paddy Farrell welcomed the ORIS funding approved for County Leitrim commenting “This funding will ensure continued enhancement and improvements at our outdoor recreational facilities and encourage even greater participation in outdoor activities for the benefits of all the community”.
Mr. Joseph Gilhooly Chief Executive continued “I welcome this investment by Minister Calleary under the ORIS programme. This funding will help to enhance and improve our facilities and make the outdoors recreational experience a more attractive one for locals and visitors alike.”